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I didn't see either of them the next day. Mercedes kept me company, making me carry her clipboard for her while she kept track of the cleaners and the staff. She didn't handle any of the problems in the tunnels.
Her job was strictly groundskeeper and she took her job seriously.
Mercedes knew the ins and outs of the vineyard and kept everything on a tight schedule. Honestly, it was quite impressive considering the size of the compound. She maintained the main manor and the guest houses and made sure everyone did their job appropriately.
She wasn't much of a talker, but she seemed to like my company. Never smiled at me, but she seemed at ease when I was with her.
I didn't mind. I had enough to process while I did the rounds with Mercy.
I reflected on dinner last night with my
