Chapter 23

The terrace is completely wet by the rain that has become thin. Some leaves cover it, probably brought by the gentle breeze that continues to envelop us. The rays gave way and the sky remains dark. I look away from the sky and see Henry standing with one knee between my legs and panting. He widens his eyes to me, as if during all this time he had kissed someone else and not me. He frowns and gets up, pulling as much as he can from his blouse to cover his pants. I find your gesture funny and I tilt my head, smiling like a little girl who has just discovered a secret.

"Did you notice that your plan went down the drain? "He asks arching his eyebrows. "In the drain literally...

I let go of a muxoxo and sit down. "What the hell were you doing coming after me?

He inspires and widens his eyes, his theatrical incredulous expression. I almost laugh. "If it weren't for me, you would have thrown yourself. "He points to the parapet of the building. "What were you planning to d