32 Chapter 32: Mariana, Part 1

"I'm actually surprised to see you," Justin announces, as he closes his office door and we make ourselves comfortable on the couches.

His office is pretty much how I pictured it: homey couch, a couple of chairs, bookshelf full of reference material. The only thing that kind of surprises me is that the chairs are recliners, but I can see how that would put some people at ease. It is a therapist's office after all.

"I know Santos said you were going to come in, but it's not that often that I see both the ex-husband and the ex-wife."

I smile at him. I only met him a few minutes ago, but so far, I like him. He's handsome in a guy-next-door way. He's got a kind face and is dressed in jeans. It's more like I'm talking to a friend than to a therapist. No wonder Santos likes him.