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The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 242 Checking His Mother’s Private Life
“Where were you, Mom?” Matthew asked as they entered the living room.Sheila walked slower than usual, making faces from time to time, and sat on the nearest side of the couch.“Do I really need to ask?” Matthew sat in the armchair, “I was informed that Jonah Lopes intends to move here. Did he say something about my book?”Sheila sighed, “He will send a copy attached in the next email to you and Elaine.”“And did he tell you that before or after he—”“SON!” Sheila gave Matthew a warning look, “Don’t be like that. I’m tired and was planning to go upstairs so no one would see me.”“Mom, why do you make it easier for my grandmother to talk about you?” Matthew crossed his arms.Sheila widened her eyes. “What your grandmother says shouldn’t be your concern. Son, you have a conglomerate to inherit and work for. You have so many more important things to worry about than my personal life...”“I still find time to think about you,” Matthew spoke in a protective tone, “I won’t abandon you for a
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 243 Dumb Cindy Only Makes the Confusion Worse
Matthew and Theodore Damascene prepare for a serious conversation.Theodore sits on the hotel room bed. "Mr. Sterling, what do you want with this accusation? Couldn't I talk to the journalist Cindy Cardoso? No one passed me any memo."Matthew chooses the same chair to sit. "It's not about a formal memo. You know how ex-girlfriends act: always wanting to harm and get revenge on the one who 'stole' their status."Theodore shakes his head, "No, it's not always like that. There are women who move on with their lives and invest in a new love. If journalist Cardoso is of the first type, I can only regret. She's a bombshell, could have any man she wanted.""But she wants to harm my current fiancée," Matthew asserts, "When she found out about the forged painting, she saw it as a great opportunity to tarnish her reputation. And you, without realizing, helped her.""I didn't accuse Miss Borges of being involved in a black market scheme!" Theodore gets angry, "If that's what's in the article, th
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 244 The End of a Career
Ricardo is uncomfortable with Matthew suggesting that Cindy be fired."Matthew, do you know what would happen if Cindy were fired? Everything you're going through would only get worse." Ricardo tries to discourage him from the idea.However, Matthew leans back in the presidential chair and maintains a cold and intimidating gaze. "Do you prefer her to continue at LCN causing problems, and bothering people who were interviewed by her?"Ricardo shakes his head. "No... Maybe Mr. Torquato...""What was the complaint this time? You said it had something to do with Theodore Damascene?" Matthew smirks, "I visited him in his hotel room questioning him about why he opened his mouth to Cindy. We were resolving this issue of the painting in secret.""I know. Mr. Damascene realized he was used as a pawn in Cindy's romantic intrigue and complained to me." Ricardo sighs, "Although Cindy didn't mention names, everyone will interpret the article as a criticism toward Patricia Borges for 'allowing' the
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 245 Sterling Empire in Danger
The next day, Cindy was celebrating with her parents, clinking coffee cups at the breakfast table.Zilda had prepared the most lavish breakfast imaginable: French bread, salami, mozzarella cheese, ham, orange juice, yogurt, cream cheese, cornbread, and the famous walnut cookies."A toast to the beginning of the most spectacular relationship that Blue Cove will witness!" Cindy exclaims, feeling victorious."CHEERS!" Zilda and Germano yelled triumphantly.After that, they began to attack the options. Cindy didn't know if she could eat everything."Mom, you went overboard here. There was no need for so much.""We needed to, yes. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, as doctors and nutritionists always say." Zilda enjoys the cornbread, "Hmm... Try this, dear. It's a healthier option for you."Germano was cleverly choosing salami and ham. "Ah... OK... So, daughter, are you going to announce your dating in your column?""If Ricardo Montegrande doesn't bother me..." Cindy's smile
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 246 Board Proposal
Patricia refuses to accept the Borges family's news.She stands up and prepares to leave. "I'm sorry, family, but I won't stay another second in this house discussing this nonsense. Jackson, you won't become that shameless girl's boyfriend!"Vanda scolds her, "DAUGHTER! We won't go anywhere like this!""Where do you want to go with this, Mother?" Patricia crosses her arms, "Do you want your writing career to be ruined because the public will associate you with someone who brings bad luck to those around her?"Hélio shakes his head. "I didn't know you were superstitious, daughter.""I'm just stating facts," Patricia retorts, "Look at how Ricardo and Matt's lives were a mess when they were around Cindy. As soon as they kicked her out, their lives improved 180 degrees! Ricardo has Marilza and regained respect in the journalistic world, while Matt has me and the respect of Blue Cove.""In fact, it was Cindy who kicked Ricardo out the second time." Jackson corrected his sister."So, that w
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 247 Does He Want to Sue Matthew?
At Cindy's house, she was helping her mother prepare lunch."Now that I'm unemployed, I can help you with the housework," Cindy spoke with a bitter smile.Zilda, in turn, noticed that her daughter was feeling down. "Sweetheart, don't talk like that. In fact, I wish you had your own house, your job, and your man.""I only have the last thing." Cindy laughs, trying to cheer up."By the way, the last thing is what can help you have the first two." Zilda reminds her, "Jackson can help you financially, and when you get married, you'll have your own little house."This time, Cindy smiles wholeheartedly. "Hmm... I'll have my house, with my kids, and my hunk hubby...""He is the ideal husband for you, dear." Zilda nudges her daughter as Cindy stirs a stew of potatoes and beef, "Matt is a handsome man, but Jackson is too. You're not missing out on anything.""God willing it will be so." Cindy tastes the stew and approves the result, "It's going to be delicious, mother.""I can see how you've i
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 248 Gibraltar Club Has Its Secrets
Jackson returns to the Borges house, pleased with lunch. He goes to the kitchen and finds his mother washing the dishes."Mom, haven't you learned how to put the dishes in the dishwasher yet?" Jackson promptly takes over his mother's task."Thank you, my son. You're always thoughtful.""Where's Dad?" Jackson looks around."He's at the golf course with Abner," Vanda sighs, "It seems we'll have bad news.""I thought you were upset because I'm getting serious with Patty." Jackson hugs his mother from behind."No, son, I'm not going to make a fuss about that." Vanda smiles slightly, "If it makes you happy, so be it.""Would you be willing to peacefully coexist with Cindy?" Jackson releases the hug and stands next to her.Vanda looks at her son. "We'd have to erase all of her past and start a new story, without considering what Patty and Matt think of her."Jackson smiles hopefully. "That is all I hope for, Mom. Thank you for giving me hope."Jackson kisses Vanda's cheek.Once the rest of
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 249 Patricia Lost to the Board
Some more days had passed.Patricia woke up in Matthew's suite, realizing he was already out of bed.She rested against the headboard of the bed and saw him from afar, on his computer.Patricia frowned. It had been days since Matthew had been like this, waking up before her or sleeping after her. The two didn't lay down or get up together.As if he was avoiding contact with her...Patricia reached out to the bedside table and grabbed her tablet, checking the news of the day.A smile appeared on her lips as she read the headline."Cindy Cardoso is no longer a journalist at LCN." Patricia read aloud, "Good news, right, honey?""Good morning, dear," Matthew replied still staring at the monitor, "Yes, it's a relief."Patricia raised her eyebrows, noticing the lack of enthusiasm. She couldn't take it anymore."What's going on, my love?" She got up and went to him."What's going on?" Matthew repeated the question as if he didn't understand what she meant."You know what I mean. We're becomi
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Chapter 832 Looks Like I’ll Have to Form the Partnership
Moments later, Karl was in his office dealing with takeout containers containing his lunch: Thai food. He didn’t even have the energy to go out to a restaurant after the bitter conversation he had with Matthew. With the phone to his ear, Karl was waiting to be answered. On the other end, at Siren restaurant, Sheila picked up while enjoying her meatballs. “Hello, sweetheart? Are you going to meet me at Siren?” “No, darling, I’m so sorry. I ordered takeout and I’m eating in my office.” Karl made a pitying face. “Hey, did we agree to have lunch together today?” Sheila smiled understandingly. “No, but since you called me at this hour, I thought you were planning to come. Anyway, how can I help you?” “I’m afraid I’ll ruin your appetite.” Karl began. Sheila chuckled. “Their meatballs are delicious today. Nothing you say is going to ruin my experience.” “Not even if I told you that Matt has been lying about the car accident that Nathan and Miss Alvares had?” Karl went straight for th
Chapter 831 Fight in the Apartment
At Golden Letters, Matthew was tapping his stomach while having a tense conversation with Karl. “I think it’s time for us to have lunch. Are you coming with me?” Matthew tried to sound casual. Karl shook his head. “You’re not going to shake this topic off so easily, Matt. I’m waiting for your confirmation as the honorable man you are.” “What do you want me to do, huh? Confirm that I tried to kill Nate just like Uncle Vicente killed my father?” Matthew’s abrupt and angry question made Karl pause and think for a few seconds. He continued, “If you’re so convinced of this, why don’t you investigate and gather evidence of what happened?” “Does it even matter anymore? How much time has passed... no one wanted to believe my mother. Then, she and I disappeared from everyone’s sight. But Uncle Vicente remained free, enjoying the Sterling family money. If Nate weren’t such a misfit, he would be the president of the conglomerate even after I returned to the family. So, I can’t accept that
Chapter 830 You’re Not Psychologically Prepared
Matthew felt strangely confronted by Karl, whom he still thinks is named Lawrence Vieira. Something in the PR made him question internally. “Larry, I’m sorry, but I don’t think I can answer those questions.” Matthew broke the awkward silence. “You can’t or you don’t WANT to answer me?” Karl insisted. “So, is it true?” “If it were true, what would you contest?” Matthew lifted his chin, proud. “Many things.” Karl swallowed hard. “Matt, I know you’re now a powerful man and need to assert your authority in the city. There are many people wanting to see you fall. But ordering a murder... I don’t think that’s the best way to secure your power. It could turn against you!” “If no one finds out...” Matthew insinuated. “Are you psychologically prepared for the consequences of that?” Karl smiled ironically. “Forgive me, Matt, but I don’t believe you are. You’ve always lived in mental peace even while living in the slums. From what your mother told me, you’ve always been a well-behaved youn
Chapter 829 A Different Aura
At the beach house, Vicente and Andreia were now at the table about to start lunch. When Vicente joined them with his plate, Andreia brought up the complicated topic again. “Before we give thanks for the meal, I think we should continue discussing what Nate knows about Bella.” Vicente grimaced. “I don’t want to lose my appetite, dear.” “That’s not funny, Vince.” Andreia insisted. “You still haven’t told Nate that I’m not his biological mother. Don’t you think he’s going to find out sooner or later?” “Only if Paulina opens her mouth.” Vicente continued to grimace. “At most, Bella will think she’s not Ernesto’s daughter.” “And since he’s still recovering at the clinic, she won’t bring it up with him.” Andreia calmed down. “Then we need to send a message—” Vicente interrupted himself. “Hey, what if what Nate meant by ‘I’ll talk to Bella today’ was actually some DNA test?” Andreia alarmed. “Do you think they went to do that?” “If they did, I hope they didn’t go to the clinic, not
Chapter 828 Planning for Revenge
In the kitchen of the beach house, Vicente was preparing for a big revelation to Andreia. “Dear, I might be pregnant, but if I need to know something...” Andreia straightened up in her chair. “It’s better for you to tell me than for me to find out another way.” “I’ll try to be as gentle as possible,” Vicente promised. “Jeez, is the topic that serious?” Andreia raised her eyebrows. “Yes, the topic is very serious.” Vicente took a deep breath. “Nate knows the truth about his sister.” Andreia held her breath. “Are you okay?” Andreia gestured quickly, pointing to the water filter. Vicente swiftly served a glass of water from the filter for his pregnant wife. Andreia, anxious, took the glass with trembling hands and drank slowly, making sure each drop acted as a calming agent. She had heard of women who went into labor very early due to shocking news. Vicente immediately regretted telling the news, but he felt that Nathan suspected something while they were watching the press co
Chapter 827 A Very Short Interview
At the beach house, Vicente was now helping Andreia finish cooking lunch. Andreia, tired from her pregnancy, sat down at the table to rest. “Phew... thanks, dear,” Andreia said, wiping the sweat from her forehead. “I hope I’m not getting in the way of your work on the concert.” “A musician can’t work on an empty stomach,” Vicente joked as he stirred the pot of beans. He leaned in and sniffed the aroma of fresh beans with garlic, salt, and strips of bacon. “Hmm... this is going to be delicious.” “Try it to see if it’s salty enough,” Andreia instructed him. Vicente wasn’t quite sure how to do that. He took the ladle out of the pot and waited for a few drops of the bean broth to drip onto his left palm. But the drops fell scalding hot on Vicente’s hand, making him comically exclaim in pain. “OUCH! It’s hot!” Andreia burst out laughing. “HA, HA, HA... Of course it’s hot, my dear! You just needed a few drops, something quick.” Andreia took the ladle from Vicente’s hand and blew on i
Chapter 826 An Unexpected Meeting
Nathan managed to sneak into Golden Letters, accessing Karl’s office. “I confess I’m curious. What’s all this about?” Nathan closed the door. “Do you have anything planned with Elaine Prates?” Karl, sitting at his desk, asked bluntly with a cold expression. Nathan froze. What a strange and direct question! He chuckled nervously, though he felt uncomfortable. “Wow, heh, he... why is everyone thinking I’m going to team up with Elaine?” “Because everyone who knows you well knows you had a crush on her,” Karl replied coldly. “It was... somewhat obsessive.” “That was in the past. Elaine never paid attention to me and accused me several times of being a crazy pervert. In the end, with all the scandal, I didn’t want to be unjustly arrested, so I left her alone.” “But now... did you watch the press conference?” Karl raised his eyebrows. Nathan smiled maliciously. “Yes, I did. That’s Matthew, my cousin! While I’m being ridiculed in society for being a womanizer, Matt manages to do the
Chapter 825 Karl Summons His Nephew
Karl was driving back to Golden Letters, finding Nayla and Kirk discussing Elaine’s legendary dismissal. “What a shame she wasn’t at her apartment,” Nayla said with a sigh of disappointment. “Maybe she’s out and about, avoiding the press conference and the journalists’ questions,” Kirk suggested. “No. If she wanted to avoid being harassed by reporters, she should have stayed locked up in her apartment, isolated from everyone,” Nayla said as she sat down in her chair and turned on her computer. Kirk was about to say something else when Karl approached them. “Hello.” Nayla wasn’t in the mood to be friendly. “Mr. Vieira, do you agree with the injustice that happened here?” “Elaine Prates behaved horribly at Vanda Borges’s book signing just because she rivals our writer’s daughter,” Karl replied pragmatically. “If that’s not grounds for dismissal, then Elaine would be allowed to do something worse. Is that it?” Nayla took a deep breath, gathering her courage. “We know that the main
Chapter 824 A More Suitable Venue
At Sterling Mansion, Walter and Jacqueline applauded Matthew for the press conference."Wow, congratulations, buddy!" Walter exclaimed jokingly. "You killed it!""I've never seen you so powerful and cold up there," Jacqueline quipped, sitting down."I had to act that way," Matthew replied between chuckles. "The times called for a firmer stance. I'm glad you understood."Walter sat next to his sister. "We understood that you needed to get rid of the crazy lady before someone else got hurt.""Where is she?" Jacqueline asked.Sheila raised her eyebrows. "Why do you want to know, Jacque? It's better if you don't provoke her!"Jacqueline smiled mysteriously. "I just wanted to know... has she been moved to some low-class apartment?"Walter added, "I can't believe she's still living here!"Matthew shook his head. "I would never allow such a thing. Elaine was moved to an apartment in the Constance Building."Karl was taken aback. "She's living in the same building where I live? The same build
