41. NEW CHAPTER
Sofia's ranch in Chestnut Ridge welcomed Bastian with all the colors of autumn. After Sofia’s phone call, he came here immediately. Recent events required quick action, although Bas himself still didn’t know what he should say to his daughter, who had just been expelled from school. Sofia: I’m glad you came. Maybe you’ll be able to reach her. Bas: I don’t know… she didn’t really want to talk to me lately. Sofia: What happened at school really affected her. I’m worried about her , Bas . But… I don’t know how to talk to her. I don’t know how to help her. Maybe you’ll manage. Bas: Can I come in, Ollie? I heard what happened. You can talk to me about it. Olimpia: What’s the point? I can’t do anything about it anyway. Neither can you. I’m totally cooked… complete disaster. Guess I just have to accept it. Bas: Don’t say that. We all have our ups and downs. Olimpia: Not you… Bas: Me too. Olimpia: Everything always works out for you. Bas: That’s not true. A lot of things in my life didn’t...