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Chapter 3454 The Shadow of Seven-One
The next day, all of Brazil joined Alan in turning their backs on the World Cup after the national team’s humiliating 7-1 loss to Germany.At the Rocha Mansion, Hector and the other servants were removing the national flags pinned to the windows. The mood was funereal, especially among the men.“What a humiliating defeat!” J.J. grumbled, scowling and unsatisfied. “I never imagined I’d witness something like that! I’d rather still be presumed dead!”“Don’t say something so foolish, J.J.,” Melissa admonished him. “It’s just a soccer match. We’ll try again in 2018.”Simeon chuckled. “But that was my last chance, daughter. I’d have to push past eighty to be alive in 2018.”“And who says you won’t make it, Dad?” Melissa kissed Simeon’s left cheek as if she were still a little girl. “I want you to reach 100.”“Me too,” Dora purred, snuggling up beside her husband.“OK, I’m glad everyone feels that way,” J.J. smiled. “The only thing to do is move on with our lives and get over the loss.”“In
Chapter 3453 Returning to Make a Mess
Erasmo and Olivia had returned from Spain after cowardly fleeing from their problems. Now, with the ultimate nerve, they were coming back with pure bravado, aiming to defend their daughter's interests — and their own, of course.“Mr. and Mrs. Vasquez, welcome back!” Engrácia gave a respectful curtsy.“Engrácia, thank you so much for taking care of our daughter and nephew.” Olivia hugged the maid, a rare occurrence.Luís, still getting used to the surprise, approached his uncle and aunt. “Hello, Uncle, Aunt...”“Luís, you’re still such a strapping fellow!” Erasmo greeted him. “Are they still calling you the 'Spanish Stallion'?”“Unfortunately...” Luís’s shoulders slumped.“Well, that’s going to end.” Olivia broke the hug and turned to her nephew with eyes full of lust. Now, both mother and daughter were coveting the local heartthrob.“When? João Paulo is holding back from reporting the separation, but who knows how long that creep will last,” Luís gestured in desperation.“Well, we’ve
Chapter 3452 Nobody Believes Her
In the executive office of Rocha Constructions, Josias and Alan reacted with annoyance at João Paulo, who was always preoccupied with rumors and gossip.“Brother, I thought we were past this,” Josias lamented, shaking his head.“Past what? I’m still a renowned journalist, always on the lookout for the most explosive news.” João Paulo closed the door and approached the gentlemen.Alan shot back with disdain, his brow furrowed. “Then why don’t you go cover the war on drug trafficking in Rio de Janeiro?”“Our LCN branch over there in Carioca lands is already taking care of that,” João Paulo dodged cleverly, his silver tongue perfect as always.Josias stood up. “Well then, brace your little heart: Sofia has called her parents for reinforcements.”João Paulo had merely been joking, but his wide eyes and scandalously open mouth indicated he hadn’t expected that. After a few seconds of silence (and some chuckles from Alan), João Paulo spoke up.“WHAT? Why is that pair from hell coming back?”
Chapter 3451 Parents as Reinforcements
Luís was in a state of sheer panic upon learning that his aunt and uncle were returning from Spain. Sofia, however, continued to speak with a light and calm demeanor.“What’s wrong, dear cousin? Aren’t you happy about my parents coming back to Brazil?”“Why should they come back? Do you want Vaztrans to go bankrupt again?”“I’ll pretend I didn’t hear that.” Sofia dismissed his suspicion with an aristocratic gesture. “Cousin, my parents need to help me. I won’t be able to win with just you by my side.”“I can’t help you in every way.” Luís shrugged. “They’re suspicious that we love each other, something completely far-fetched and absurd.”Sofia turned her back to Luís just in time to hide her grimace of displeasure after hearing that. No, she wanted to hear Luís confessing his love for her!When she turned back to face him, she was smiling naturally. “So, shall we meet them at the airport?”“They’re arriving today?” Luís’s eyes widened as he jumped up from the sofa.“The sooner the bet
Chapter 3450 Not a Comma to the Media
A few days passed. Not a single comma about what had happened appeared in any form of media. Out of respect for Alan’s feelings, Maggie thought it best not to mention it in Maggiezine. João Paulo also decided not to publish it on LCN, preventing Sofia from playing the victim or trying to come out on top of the scandal.But that was exactly what Sofia complained about the most. At the Vasquez Mansion, she threw both the recent edition of Maggiezine and the LCN newspaper in Luís’s face in the living room.“Do you see, dear cousin? THEY HAVEN’T LEAKED A THING TO THE MEDIA! Has any internet blog said anything?”“No, Sofia, they haven’t said a word,” Luís swallowed hard. “That means one thing.”“What?” Sofia turned to Luís, her eyes gleaming with hope.“They’re waiting for you to come to your senses and return to Alan. They don’t want a divorce,” Luís reasoned, the only logical idea crossing his mind.Sofia, however, didn’t want peace. Her life was driven by war and intrigue. “No, that can
Chapter 3449 Your Ex-daughter-in-Law
Alan looked squarely at Luís, who was already losing his cool over everything that was happening.“Luís, I need you to stay calm,” Alan requested. “We never hated you — at least, not with the same intensity as the Cogo family. For many years, we lived together peacefully. I sincerely fell in love with Sofia and made her my wife.”“Yes, but there was always some wariness, especially regarding my aunt and uncle.” Luís crossed his arms.“Your aunt and uncle weren’t the easiest people to be around. In fact, I feel that part of the dislike Carol feels is due to them,” Alan asserted. “Don’t forget how Vaztrans used to resort to loans made through my father. Now, with them gone and with you and Sofia in control, Vaztrans has stopped losing money.”Luís couldn’t argue with that logic.“Fine, I get it. Still, I insist that you’re making a mistake.”“Luís, just because YOU aren’t in love with Sofia doesn’t mean she isn’t in love with you,” Alan stated, losing his patience.“She’s not in love wi
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