The Bitch
When she got home, Damaris was as happy to see the dog as the dog was to see her, and she petted her for a long time, only stopping when she looked down at her hands and saw they were
Damaris welcomed her dog warmly upon returning home, feeling the warmth of her touch as she cleaned the filth from her paws. Seeking relief from the scorching heat, she gave her pet a bath in a washtub, using blue soap and a brush. The dog, unaccustomed to water, struggled and hid her tail. After drying, Damaris washed her clothes, and both of them enjoyed the vibrant sunset, with the sky resembling a burning fire and the sea appearing purple.
As the night fell, they closed all entrances to the shack, as clavitos—tiny, painful mosquitoes—infested the area. To deter them, Rogelio burned coconut husks, but the bugs soon returned. Despite the discomfort, Damaris watched television until midnight, when a sudden lightning strike illuminated the shack, followed by a torrential downpour.
When dawn arrived, the shack was drenched, and Rogelio found the dog's bra fragments on the floor. Relieved, Damaris hugged her pet, assuring her it was okay. However, the dog vanished into the jungle that night, and Damaris followed the barking dogs, fearing for her safety. Despite her bravery, Damaris navigated through the dark, snake-infested jungle, only to find the pup safe.
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