The movie "Flashdance" was a marvel for Melissa. She loved the story, the characters, the songs, and the choreography. Josias, on the other hand, didn't quite understand the plot and Melissa laughed.

Now the two are at Central Square to catch the Green Park bus. Melissa is humming "What a Feeling" by Irene Cara in what she thinks is English. Melissa can't say a word of English, not even 'How are you'. Josias smiles with his girlfriend's enthusiasm.

When the two are near the fountain, he seizes the moment: "I think it would be good for the secretary of the Silva Construction Company to join an English course."

Melissa stops...