Chapter 14

Bruno takes me to his office. It’s still early so his colleagues haven’t yet arrived. He’s the only man here, working with three other women. Their goal is to help young people like myself find employment, which can be very tough when you’re from a neighborhood like Potosi. Even with the help of an agency, only a few people can manage to land interesting jobs. That’s why I don’t have high hopes about this. I just want to make sure that I’m trying everything in my possibility. I tell Bruno briefly about what has been happening in my life since mama’s death. Just like I expected, the part about the Whitlock’s family horrifies him the most. “I helped your mother find that job.” He says in a tone that almost sounds guilty. “She told me they were difficult but never did she hint at anything so despicable...” “Did she meet the children? Especially that...Ivan?” “I think so yes, but only occasionally.” “That must be it. She didn’t spend as much time with him as I did. Sometimes, I feel like I