12. Bon appétit! Michelle I finish gathering my things and smile to myself. I can say it was an excellent first day. Although I'm a bit physically tired, my spirits are unbeatable. "Michelle, we're going out for drinks. Want to join us?" My colleagues have been very kind to me, but I hesitate for a moment. Before I can respond, Verónica, the other girl in the department, approaches and gently squeezes my arm. "Come on, Mich, join us. I don't want to be the only woman being bothered by these goofballs." Her comment sets off laughter from everyone. She looks at me with pleading eyes and, after a sigh, I give in. "Alright, but just for a couple of hours. I didn't sleep well last night and I don't want to be late for my second day of work." Everyone celebrates my decision and they quic