A laurel wreath was placed at their front door. The widow donned a black shawl.
Loosely strung threads slid off its fringe. When Camilla noticed the gaps, she surmised it was a sign from her beloved Antonio to stay home.
She died alone. Her daughter donated the shawl to charity.
Townsfolk witnessed the likes of Camilla meandering, searching nightly streets. When approached, her figure vanished.
The shawl was purchased. A new fringe sewn on.
Camilla hasn’t been seen since.