Chapter 37

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"Anytime, Ma'am Cordero." He bowed, taking a step back.

I removed my heels and kept them beside his on the dry, sandy sand. The first touch of water sent a shock up my spine, and I gasped. The current was much stronger than it looked on the surface. It felt like it was pulling me along with it and I had to fight just to keep still. The rocks beneath my feet were smooth and slippery.

Exhilarated, I stood in the middle of the river and looked around the trees and fog-frosted mountains, I was immersed in experiencing the sights as well as seeing them. A smile of wonder crept over my face. I'd loved wandering, going to different places, seeing new faces, camping and stopping to eat with Christine before continuing but I've never gotten the chance for that. I've been highly occupied with my job and the thought of finding my poor Dad which led me here. I was happy for at least fulfilling one of my dreams.

He held my hand as we walked in the direction of the current. "Come, let's go.