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Josias and Melissa throw a kick-ass party in the penthouse.
Bon Jovi's song "Livin' on a Prayer" was in a sky-high volume, much to the annoyance of guests like Elza and Elisa.
But for others, including children, the music encouraged them to celebrate.
It was William and Stacy's engagement party.
Josias asked Tiago to have the party this time at his home. Guests were spread between the living room and the balcony.
Stacy's parents were present and loving the privilege of being in the Rocha penthouse.
Mrs. Moreira comments to Dora, "Look, the penthouse is prettier than described in the biography!"
Dora keeps a wan smile, "Oh, did you also buy the book?"
"I think everyone who knows Josias Rocha is somehow buying the biography. It's exciting to know how he managed to overcome his difficulties. And now, my daughter is going to be his sister-in-law, what a privilege."
Dora nods. The Moreiras and Camposes are becomin
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Building My Life Chapter 703 He Is My Son
Josias and Raymond lock themselves in their office to talk about the discovery they made when talking about Abigail's son.Raymond stands, perplexed, barely able to get the words out, "Josias... he's... Abigail...""I had completely forgotten about Abigail, the nurse who took care of Pamela when she got run over!" Josias reveals the mystery."Is she here, in your penthouse?"Josias strains the memory. He had only seen Abigail once or twice, and she had brown hair. She is now blonde, and the Pygmalion hairstyle left a huge difference in her look."Yeah, she's in my penthouse, but I couldn't tell she was the same. Not even with her son's name.""What's the boy's name?" Raymond asks."Raymond Álvares Junior."Raymond smiles contentedly, "he IS my son. I'm sure he is! She left in 1981 without telling me.""Maybe she didn't even know she was pregnant." Josias clears his throat and is very embarrassed, "I'm sorry, Raymo
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Building My Life Chapter 706 Finish the Ostracims
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Building My Life Chapter 707 Was Junior's Father at the Party?
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Building My Life Chapter 709 It Was Just an Accident
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Chapter 3204 Someone is Not Feeling Well
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Chapter 3203 Long-Term Consequences
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Chapter 3202 No Evidence, No Investigation
Sofia reacted, obviously pleased, when none other than her husband stated that she was right.Unable to resist any longer, she sat on Alan's lap and delivered THAT delicious, passionate kiss.When the kiss ended, Alan was perplexed, eyes wide."What was that for?" He asked, lost."You silly!" Sofia began to laugh. "This is your reward for believing in me. And tonight, you'll have another reward that's under my panties—"The last phrase was clearly heard by Caio, who was opening the door at that moment.Sofia quickly bounced off Alan's lap, trying to disguise the intimacy. Caio blushed slightly, smiling awkwardly.Alan smiled nervously. "Wow, everyone decided to start early in 2012! Good morning, cousin."Caio avoided looking at Sofia. "Good morning, cousin. Do we have any updates regarding our annual meeting?""My dad appointed me president – again." Alan's cat-like grin indicated that he wasn't complaining. "And we'll have all the important people, just like last year."Caio's face g
