Entry 108 · Book chapter 109
October 24 1944
Lewis is abruptly ordered to a new mission repatriating Russian ex-POWs, sensing this marks the end of his time in Naples.
Reflections
Abrupt departure — no time for goodbyes
Suddenly ordered to leave for a new posting, Lewis reflects with wistful regret on all the small rituals of Naples life he will have no time to close out — one last marsala with a contact, one last view from the Vomero, one last meal at Zi' Teresa's.
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