He noticed her immediately among the dozens of people eating and drinking at the tables of this renowned establishment. She was examining the menu with attention. Her long frizzy black hair was as beautiful as ever. She had tied it in a generous chignon bun. Two long curls framed her fleshy cheeks perfectly. Behind her red glasses, Erwan saw the look of a person who was fully absorbed by the task at hand. There was something child-like about her. He put his hand on her naked shoulder. She jolted. A squeal of joy followed. Her face lit up with the wide, contagious smile he was so fond of.