With the defeat of the Brazilian team, only those who are very enthusiastic about soccer continued to follow the championship until Italy was three times championed. Those of Italian descent celebrated without fear of being happy.

But, for Teodoro, life went on, because it was necessary to see if the City Hall intended to block his building.

On a certain day, he is once again sweeping and dancing to Angela Clemmons's song "Give Me Just a Little More Time" when two people, a couple, approach the entrance and burst out laughing.

Teodoro turns to whoever is mocking him, but instead of frowning and scolding, he gives a smile and a...