It was difficult to start over as a former criminal. There were very few employment offers available, and those that were paid miserably. But every challenging moment was worthwhile when your loving and sweet girlfriend, Cleo, was by your side. Sebastian, Cleo's rat, was practically pestering you for a piece of bread when you first met her at Belle Reve Correctional Center. And you fell in love with her over time. Following the events in Corto Maltese, you and Cleo made the decision to live a tranquil, crime-free existence life rather than get into any further problems.

You had little money for the two of you because there was essentially no employment available for you. Or three, if Sebastian is included. You either walked or took the bus whenever you had to go buy something. Cleo occasionally went with you, but after only a few minutes of sitting next to you, she always fell asleep. You were her safe haven. You made the decision to get Cleo a lovely present today despite not having a lot of money. However, she was unaware that you had arranged it. She had already closed her eyes and rested her head on your shoulder. The bus was almost at your destination when she fell asleep a few minutes ago. You decide to rouse her up by gently shaking her head.