For a moment, Palermo, engulfed in madness, welcomed the dawn, and the atmosphere of the city underwent a dramatic change. Who possessed such positive energy to halt all conversation citywide overnight, replacing it with excitement on people's faces—not to say happiness or misery. This transformation spread quietly and swiftly through every street and alley, and women began adorning themselves early for the same moment.
July 31st! The last day of the month, marking the day of the final performance of an international superstar's encore after successfully performing in Palermo.
At 8 a.m., Chopin had already climbed out of bed. Still a bit groggy, he could hear the sounds of fighting in the courtyard. Thanks to these people, he had a human alarm clock. Antonio came in with a tray of lemon water.
