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That night, Francisco sends no flowers.

Instead, he sends Doña Mercedes.

The old widow appears after dinner with a formal invitation for you and your family to attend tea at her temporary residence.

Your mother tries to refuse.

Doña Mercedes taps her cane once.

“I did not ask whether you found it convenient, Carmela.”

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