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she does not look superior.

She looks afraid.

Doña Carmela laughs.

“So the orphan finally has her theater.”

Doña Mercedes slams her cane against the floor.

“Careful.”

Your mother turns to her.

“You always thought yourself above everyone.”

“No,” Doña Mercedes says. “Only above thieves.”

The word strikes the room.

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