«...After the destruction of Anogia, no one knew what would happen. How many would return, when the village would be rebuilt. What were the chances for the doctor to establish a serious professional activity in Anogia, capable of supporting his family? The answer came easily. The chances for professional advancement in Anogia were negligible.

In contrast, settling in Heraklion had many prospects. As he was conscientious and dedicated to his work, he would not face any problems. After all, the children needed attention, especially now that the social fabric had collapsed (with the influx of so many new residents, every type of person had gathered in Heraklion) and one had to be very vigilant.

Such thoughts and arguments dominated, and the doctor was trying to decide. His mind was fixed on the ruins of Anogia and the destitute Anogians, who wandered in the villages of Mylopotamos without money, without income, without medical care, with their children hungry and their hopes dwindling more and more every day...».