The Night Train

Aniela is taking the night train to the mountains for the first time. Her seat is next to the window. An old man with a big hat sits across from her. He tells funny stories about his dog, who is afraid of cats.

Outside, the cities become smaller and the sky becomes darker. Aniela shares her sandwiches, and the man shares his tea. At midnight she falls asleep.

When she wakes up, the mountains are pink in the morning light. The man and his hat are gone, but on her table there is a small note: "Thank you for the sandwiches. Good luck in the mountains!"