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The sun rose between the mountains, illuminating the dirt road that led to the village forgotten by time. João walked quietly, only hearing the distant singing of the birds. He thought of the days to come, of the dreams he kept hidden. With each step, he felt the gentle wind bringing back childhood memories, the smells of fresh coffee and cornbread in his grandmother's kitchen. There was a black dog that always followed him, wagging its tail, a faithful companion. Life seemed simple in that place, even though hearts carried deep pains. But he smiled, because he knew that, despite everything, there was always hope.