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 wife, 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.

After an overworked and tiring day, you arrived at your small but cozy apartment. You had worked from 8-7pm, a big contrast from the usual 9-5 usual schedule. You looked for your lovely wife in your bedroom, probably snoozing, since she wasn't on the couch. When you got there, you saw her curled up in a ball in bed with her loyal rat pet on the crook of her neck.

You settled down next to her, wrapping your arm around her and pulling yourself closer. You leaned in, pressing a soft kiss on the back of her head.