2021-07-08 19:00:38Later, at the gym, Josias is running on the treadmill, while in the middle of the room several women and a few men are exercising to the sound of "Maniac" by Michael Sembello. Since "Flashdance" came out on movie screens, this song has become a must-have feature on the gym's playlist.
Some girls wore the same Lycra outfit as the protagonist, drawing male attention. Many smartie boys pretended to exercise, but they just stared shamelessly at the girls' bodies.
Josias, however, was there to keep fit. Now that he's engaged, he only had eyes for Melissa. The way she'd shown up earlier to help him get his car off the sidewalk only reinforced his certainty that he'd made the right choice.
Melissa is one of those women who encourage and cheer the men to do their best, who believe in their potential to overcome limits.
So Josias doesn't understand how Melissa could be friends with Pamela. Pamela is quite the opposite: she sinks man as a mermaid sinks a sailor on
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Building My Life Chapter 354 Raymond Wants to Know
Moacyr confronts Adrian for maintaining a lively interest in Melissa while dating Carmen."Son, I'm not going to encourage you to try anything with Melissa because she's committed to Josias. But dating Carmen and making a fool of her isn't the right thing to do either.""I'm not cheating Carmen." Adrian crosses his arms."No, you're not cheating on her because it will be impossible. Melissa will never give in to your charm." Moacyr sentences harshly.Adrian feels his heart sink. Why is the father being so cruel to him?"I don't want my son acting irresponsibly with two women at the same time." He continues."And if by chance I manage to win Melissa over, would you give the blessing?" Adrian asks smartly and maliciously."Of course I would." Moacyr wisely replies, "But, as I told you, it will never happen. Melissa is a down-to-earth girl, she's not frivolous.""If Josias and Melissa's relationship fails, it won't be her fault."
Building My Life Chapter 355 Company Expansion
Teodoro, Vera, and Beto react scared when Wallace suddenly appears while they are talking about Pamela. Did he hear something?Wallace smiles and approaches the counter, "Calm down, guys! Looks like you're seeing a ghost."Vera is the first to disguise it. "It's just that you gave us a scare, Wallace. We were pretty focused on a family matter.""Well if it's a family matter then I won't ask again." Wallace decides, and behind him, Beto lets out a sigh of relief.Teodoro hands him the key. "Are you feeling better, Wallace?""Better to know Pam isn't pregnant yet." Wallace replies nodding, "I don't know if I'd forgive her again. In fact, her parents definitely won't let me talk to her at all, to see how we're going. They've already decided for her that the relationship is over."Teodoro frowns and doesn't hold his tongue: "But, Wallace... wouldn't it be the case then that you take the opportunity and look for another love or at least cool off
Building My Life Chapter 356 In Search of the New Location
Josias is thrilled with the prospect of expanding Silva Construction Company."Guys, what excellent news!" he exclaims."Of course we will celebrate. Barbecue at my house this Saturday," Tiago already decides before the others manifest themselves."Entitled to the presence of all employees?" Romualdo asks. Everyone understands who Romualdo was mentioning."I think we can invite Moacyr Barbosa for his son to come along," Tiago explains."Fine by me as long as he doesn't bother me," Josias shrugs.Melissa enters the office. "Good morning gentlemen!" She notices the excited expression, "What happened? Any more clients?"Josias approaches Melissa and hugs her. "My dear fiancée, this Saturday we are going to celebrate the expansion of Silva Constructions! We are moving to a bigger location."Melissa vibrates with emotion: "My love, what wonderful news!"Tiago opens his eyes wide and gets excited: "Hey, how about we tak
Building My Life Chapter 357 Daddy's Help
At night, Carmen was visiting her parents and anxiously asking Raymond: "Daddy, you have to help me! It's up to Adrian to beat those heartless people who keep despising him for being just the office boy!"Pamela huffs on the sofa, learning to crochet. "But I didn't expect much from these people who worship Josias. The guy didn't get along with the sovereign sheik and everyone around him decided to despise Adrian."Raymond scratches the stubble in his chin. "Well, I know a friend who works at a real estate agency..."Carmen widens her eyes, grabs Raymond's arms, and shakes him, the chair being pushed along with him. "That's it! Give me the address; I'll talk to him today!"Raymond smiles: "Calm down, dear daughter. Get me pen and paper and send your boyfriend to visit him tomorrow."Carmen finds her phone book and passes a pen. Cristina is watching a performance on TV by Rita Coolidge singing "All-Time High", and she shakes her head in time to the m
Building My Life Chapter 358 The Discovery
The next day, Adrian hands out with a proud smile the business card of the real estate agent recommended by Raymond. "Here, Mr. Silva. You can call that this agent will be willing to assist you at any time. It seems that the fame of Silva Constructions is not indifferent to him."Romualdo has no choice but to accept the business card. In his room, there are also Tiago and Josias. Both are clenching their fists in anger that Adrian stood out.Adrian turns on his heel and doesn't even face who is dying of envy; he leaves Romualdo's room closing the door in a civilized manner."What the hell!" Tiago punches the file cabinet."He's going to be bragging about it for the rest of the year now." Josias, however, is calming down and accepting the defeat, "Let him be happy for now.""Well, I'm going to ask Melissa to set up a meeting with this real estate agent. And when it's time for him to show him his options, tell Adrian to go. Let's see if his luck goes
Building My Life Chapter 359 I Already Know the Truth
Pamela is reacting angrily to the thought that Josias and Pamela might be getting engaged. "That can't be. I love that man, Jeremiah, how could he be getting engaged to another bitch?"Jeremiah raises an eyebrow, sensing that the story is wrong. "Pamela, I don't think Melissa is a bitch. The two of them have been together forever.""Yes, and I've always tried to separate them. Looks like I'm going to have to seduce Josias and get pregnant with him for the third time!"Jeremiah smiles mischievously and approaches her. "You don't want me to help you with this plan?"Pamela gives Jeremiah a push even though her hand is holding the bakery bags. "Get out, Jeremiah! This time the father really has to be Josias's!""So you confirm that Caio isn't?" Jeremiah asks mockingly.Pamela shakes her head; her mind is totally on screws. There are so many lies that Pamela tells that even she is not realizing."Pamela, stop pretending." Jeremiah takes h
Building My Life Chapter 360 A Bitter Victory
On Friday, Adrian goes to Tiago and repeats Carmen's request to let Pamela come to tomorrow's barbecue.Tiago's reaction is instantaneous: folding his arms and narrowing his eyes. "Dude, what is this crazy idea?""My girlfriend asked for this favor." Adrian confidently explains, "She thinks that with the excellent results I bring to the company, I could have that right."Tiago breaks his frown and laughs. "Are you still new to the company and talking about the results you've brought?""Well, I'm specifically referring to the real estate agent and the new location for the Silva Constructions headquarters.""That's still up to us to decide." Tiago smiles from the corner of his mouth, "if the location you and the realtor have chosen is beautiful and suitable, I'll allow Pamela to show up. But, she can't complain later!"Adrian doesn't understand what Pamela might complain about later and shakes Tiago's hand.***Later, the real es
Building My Life Chapter 361 Let Her Attend
Josias and Melissa are startled by the cup that has fallen from Adrian's hands. Why was he so shocked to learn that Tiago's barbecue would also be used to celebrate their betrothal?Had no one told him?Adrian responds by stammering, "B-but you... n-nobody told me anything!"Josias frowns, understanding where Adrian is going. "Does it bother you so much that we stay together, Adrian? Do you have something to say to this?"Adrian shakes his head: "No, nothing! Neither I knew, nor Carmen; much less Pamela!"Melissa taps her foot. "Great, so-and-so will show up at Tiago's house thinking she's just going to find a barbecue. She's going to make a fuss when she finds out we're engaged and it's your entire fault!"Melissa walks away from the two to get a shovel and broom. Josias smiles disdainfully at his rival."Aren't you going to get a rag to wipe up that spilled tea on the floor? It's not because we're going to new commercial space that
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Chapter 3237 Mary’s Quinceañera (1)
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Chapter 3236 Support Your Wife
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Chapter 3235 I Don’t Want Cursed Money
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Chapter 3234 The Girlfriend Showed Up
At the Mountain Penthouse, Kelvin and Daryl were relieved that everything had turned out okay. Diane and Karen were nearby, on the sofas, chatting cheerfully. “God was merciful and allowed our son to live a few more years,” Diane declared. “Now, you both need to rest,” Karen patted Kelvin’s chest. “We slept beautifully while you two were in that sterile lounge.” Kelvin yawned once more. “I think I’ll take my dear wife’s advice; what do you think, Daryl?” “Who said we own the place?” Daryl yawned as well. The ladies laughed at their funny husbands. The doorbell rang. Tony passed through the living room, offering, “I’ll get it.” When Tony opened the door, he was surprised by the visitor. “Miss Cogo?” “How funny, you don’t call me by my first name. Did Felipe manage to talk to you before the coma?” Suzy asked bitterly, without smiling. Tony reacted perplexed by this torrent of unfriendly words. “Uh... Come in, please.” Suzy entered, ready for the storm. “Who is it, big brothe
Chapter 3233 A Surprising Report
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Chapter 3232 The Detective I Trust
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Chapter 3231 The Viper of Lagoon City
Rodrigo and Nadia entered the General Hospital lounge, finding Karen and Diane. “We’re here! Where’s Daryl?” Nadia approached the couch. “He went to check with Kelvin for more information,” Diane sniffed. “Thanks for coming.” “We wouldn’t be family if we didn’t show up,” Nadia sat down near them. “And I’m a mother too.” Rodrigo poured himself some coffee. “Any news?” Diane took a deep breath. “Felipe is still awake. Dr. Hogan said the tests revealed a concussion, and they’re now deciding if surgery will be necessary.” “How horrible.” Nadia shuddered. “Well, whether surgery is necessary or not, I hope everything goes well for Felipe.” “Now, I find it strange that Suzy still hasn’t shown up!” Karen frowned. “Did you see her outside?” “No. We thought she was inside or with Daryl,” Nadia replied honestly. Diane shook her head. “No, guys, I can’t believe Suzy would choose to work or handle investments instead of checking on her boyfriend!” Rodrigo took a sip – the coffee wasn’t a
Chapter 3230 The Lady of Lagoon City Makes a Powerful Speech
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Chapter 3229 Despair at the General Hospital
At Vaztrans, William and Daryl were discussing the repercussions of Suzy’s article in Maggiezine.“People are accepting Suzy’s apologies and explanations,” William broke the silence, holding a copy.Daryl pursed his lips. “Whatever. Sometimes I think João Paulo is lurking, ready to pounce on anything to throw us into confusion.”“But the salary bonus we promised will be paid, right?” William smirked.“Of course, what choice do we have?” Daryl pointed to the magazine. “She made it clear in the interview. We’re not going to contradict her, are we?”William laughed ironically. “It seems Suzy is going to be the kind of person who does anything to get out of trouble, even if it means contradicting herself.”Daryl’s cell phone rang, and he answered, seeing it was Diane. “My dear is calling. Hello, Di?”Diane was at the hospital entrance, trying to be strong. “Hello, Daryl. We need you at the hospital.”“What happened?” Daryl’s eyes widened.“Luís Vasquez beat our son to a pulp, as they say,
