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The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 281 Family Meeting
The next day, Leonardo was in his office with Marta, Fernando, Liz, Ronaldo... and Jasmine, who was just hanging around and taking up space."Where is our daughter?" Marta asked.Leonardo grimaced. "Woman, when were you planning on telling me that our daughter was off the rails with writer Jonah Lopes, living in sin at his penthouse?"Fernando and Liz widened their eyes.Jasmine smirked mischievously, mocking her aunt's liberal life in her thoughts.Marta reacted guilty, indicating that she knew and approved. "Uh... She didn't tell me it was a secret. I thought she had told you!""If she didn't tell, then she knew she was doing wrong." Jasmine teased.Marta frowned, turning to her granddaughter. "You, if you had a Hollywood-style hunk, would live with him in the same way!"Fernando gestured impatiently. "OK, are we here to talk about Sheila?""No," Leonardo replied, sitting in the chairman's chair, "Yesterday, I made a proposal to Matthew to join us in our family business."Jasmine hu
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 282 Separate Paths
Matthew questions Cindy's hiring at Urbano magazine."Now, Matthew, maybe it's the opposite. Maybe you hired Cindy to cause trouble with me."Andreia vehemently shakes her head. "No, Matt! We didn't plan to harm you!"Nathan responds with disdain, "I don't completely share the same opinion.""Son, it's over! Accept your role and be thankful that you at least have a job." Vicente stands up and approaches them."Do I still have a job?" Nathan stares at Matthew.Matthew looks condescendingly at his cousin as if it isn't worth getting upset with him."You can stay. At least you won't be able to complain about how cruel I am. But remember: it was my grandfather who fired you.""He's more of a grandfather to me than you are, buddy." Nathan raises his chin, "While you were lost in the slums, I was always around, learning about the conglomerate. Sometimes I wonder what the board thinks of me."Matthew chuckles, "Ha, ha, ha! Dream on! If Mr. Dantas is being so tough on me, imagine how he would
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 283 Patricia Seeks the Truth
Nathan is now at the Siren restaurant, waiting for someone at the table to have lunch and talk.Suddenly, someone enters and smiles at him."Mr. Gouveia." The man extends his hand.Nathan shakes the man's hand, somewhat wary, "Mr. Dantas. What a coincidence, my cousin mentioned you today.""Don't tell me! Our thoughts seem to be connected." Alfredo laughs and sits across from him, "Have you chosen already?""No, I was waiting for us to talk about your proposal first." Nathan narrows his eyes."You must have a lot of questions after I called you." Alfredo chuckles as if he was enjoying himself.Nathan picks up the menu but doesn't browse through it."Alright, young Gouveia." Alfredo starts, "Here's the thing: we, at least most of the board members, are concerned about the direction the conglomerate is heading. Have you been following the latest news?""As Matt's cousin and currently working at Urbano, it's impossible for me not to know," Nathan states in a neutral tone."Well. In the b
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 284 The Explanation
Bryce was horrified by Patricia's accusation."Patty Borges, how can you come here and accuse me of such a thing?"Patricia remained unfazed."Bryce, I have discovered something that incriminates you. If Matthew finds out about this, he will exploit it in all the newspapers. With me, your secret will be safe.""I have no secret!" Bryce began to falter.Patricia smirked. "So I was crazy when I saw you in Lion's Den, entering that alley where an illegal gambling house operates?"Bryce tried to deny it, but his pale face gave him away.His breathing became irregular and his heart seemed to be pounding in his throat.Bryce had thought that after the Borges family left the favela, he would be safer from being recognized!"What were YOU doing in the favela?" Bryce's voice came out in a whisper."I was there to check on the progress of the implementation of the water and sewage network," Patricia replied calmly, "Then, I decided to take a walk in my old community. Casually, I saw you.""And
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 285 The Plan Was Foolproof
The next day, Cindy was combing her hair in her room. Her phone rang.Cindy knew it wasn't Jackson because she had set a different ringtone for him.She checked the caller ID and became tense.When she answered, her voice was not welcoming, "Bryce, what do you want?""First, you say good morning," Bryce replied sarcastically, feeling much better."Why are you being playful and carefree?" Cindy mocked him, "Have you gotten rid of the terrible gambling addiction?""And do you care if I do or not?" Bryce retorted, "You took advantage of my addiction to convince me to be part of that plan. When Matthew's secretary did shoot you, I felt avenged.""Horrendous!" Cindy exclaimed, "Did you call me to reminisce about the old times?""No. I called you to come to my father's office. We need to talk about this.""Really? How interesting. When can I come over? February 30th?"Bryce, from his father's office, grimaced."Come on, Cindy. I don't think Urbano magazine will accept a prisoner as a journa
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 286 An Ally Emerges
Matthew was in his suite, calling Elaine.Elaine was telling an ecstatic Nayla what had happened in the past few days.Nayla had wide-eyed excitement, as if she were listening to the latest love story."Really? Mr. Sterling is in love with you?""Don't spread it around, friend. It seems like it's not official." Elaine sighed, "But, it would be a great idea to have Matt as a boyfriend, don't you think?""Yes, I think so!" Nayla exclaimed, "He no longer has the clumsy girlfriend who mixed up Lilian Chaves' paintings. And you no longer have Nico by your side. You had hopes with Jackson Borges, but he chose the promiscuous journalist. Enjoy it, friend, now is your chance!""Yes, I will make the most of it!" Elaine's phone rang and she checked the device, then smiled, "Oh, it's him! I'll answer.""Congratulations, Elaine!"Nayla felt privileged to be the first from Golden Letters to know the news.Elaine walked up the stairs and talked to Matthew, "Hello, Matt. What's on the agenda for tod
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 287 The Wiretapped Conversation
Cindy appeared quickly and somewhat out of breath at the Sterling Cultural Hall.She passed by employees and reached the manager's office entrance.Edmund looked at her in surprise, "Miss Cardoso, did you come here to be shoot again?""SHUT UP!" Cindy yelled, "Why are you so obsessed with my death?""Maybe it would solve all the problems," Edmund replied without fear of going to jail."One day, you'll realize that I am a victim of circumstances." Cindy dares to play innocent, with a pained expression.Edmund, however, stifled a laugh and covered his mouth with both hands, "If you didn't come to be targeted, what do you want?""I want to speak with your clumsy son, is that possible?" Cindy crossed her arms.The door opened and Bryce appeared. "I'll handle this, Dad."Edmund grumbled and stepped away. He felt that Cindy's presence would only bring him trouble!Cindy entered the office and Bryce closed the door.He looked at the flower vase and smiled confidently.Cindy, however, examine
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 288 Blunder at the Restaurant
At the Siren restaurant, Jackson meets Elaine waiting for Matthew at her table.The encounter between the two is a bit awkward, but they don't avoid it."Hello, Jackson.""Hi, Elaine. How have you been?" Jackson approached the table.Elaine is a bit worried. If Matthew shows up and misinterprets this conversation..."I've been good since dinner. And what about you? Is Cindy making you happy?"Jackson grins, "For now, I have nothing to complain about.""Great. So we continue happily with our lives."Jackson was surprised by the response. "What do you mean, Cindy? Are you moving on with your life, meeting other guys?"Elaine smiles challengingly. "You make it sound like something mundane and detestable."Jackson shakes his head. "No, no... It's just that... Well, you don't have Nico anymore, so it's understandable that a woman like you would want someone who lives in Brazil to love and be loved by.""Thank you, Jackson. I hope you find happiness."Jackson, for some strange reason, felt
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Chapter 897 Dinner With the Andrades
The grand dinner between the Alvares and Andrade families was finally happening. Gustavo had arrived just in time, now wearing a dress shirt and slacks that he had pulled from the depths of his wardrobe. If he weren’t taller than Walter, his soon-to-be brother-in-law would have lent him a shirt. However, the true highlight of the evening was Bella and Linda, both dressed with elegance and glamour, stealing the attention as they entered.Bella’s dress, loaned to her by Jacqueline, was a daring, form-fitting crimson piece with a plunging neckline and a thigh-high slit, accentuating her curves and giving her an aura of seduction.Linda, on the other hand, wore an elegant midnight-blue gown, tailored to perfection, with delicate lace detailing along the neckline and a flowing skirt that subtly hugged her figure, radiating class and sophistication.“Jacqueline, I have to admit, you have great style and taste,” Bella remarked.“Were you ever featured in Maggiezine?” Linda asked, intrigued.
Chapter 896 Gustavo and Nayla
At the Happy Snack Bar that night, Gustavo was on his phone, speaking with Clayton once again.“Clay, are you sure about this?” he asked, his tone full of skepticism.Meanwhile, at Clayton’s house, the man was lying naked in bed, pressed down and practically assaulted by his insatiable wife, who was making it clear she had other priorities for the night. She urged him to hang up quickly, growing impatient.“Uh... y-yeah, you c-can go to the f-family d-dinner... Mr. Andrade c-called—” Clayton tried to say, whispering, “Hold on, darling!”Gustavo, however, smirked mischievously upon hearing the hushed tone. He understood exactly what was happening on the other end of the line.“Alright, I won’t argue anymore. Your lady boss is waiting for you. Bye!”“N-no, wait—”But it was too late. Gustavo had already ended the call, leaving Clayton stranded. And with no more distractions, his wife finally had free rein to unleash upon him a night of wild, relentless passion that would last until morn
Chapter 895 Matthew, Not Invited to Patricia’s Wedding?
The Andrade Clinic’s lobby buzzed with activities. Patients, families, nurses, and attendants flowed through the space, but in one corner, Fernando, Sheila, and Patricia sat deep in discussion.“Do you understand the opportunity that’s right in front of us?” Fernando pressed.Patricia frowned. “I think you should check with the Alvares family first.”Fernando smirked, his tone dripping with cunning. “Check what, exactly? Do you really think they’re so desperate for compensation that they’d wheel Ernesto into the courtroom?”Sheila shot him a stern look. “That’s not funny, Nando.”“It wasn’t meant to be,” he countered. “I never intended to harm Ernesto. I only wanted to defend the honor of my future daughter-in-law.”Patricia shuddered as she caught Fernando’s gaze lingering on her with unsettling desire.“I don’t need that kind of protection,” she said coldly. “I don’t want to be responsible for anyone’s death.”Fernando opened his mouth to argue, but one sharp glance from Sheila sile
Chapter 894 We Better Dinner Than Fight
At the Happy Snack, Gustavo felt trapped by his own words. He had just admitted to Clayton that he had made enemies.“Look here, Gustavo,” Clayton warned, his tone firm. “I don’t want any trouble in my snack bar.”“I’m sorry, Clay!” Gustavo quickly apologized.Clayton raised an eyebrow. “Oh, now I’m just ‘Clay’? What happened to ‘Mr. Saldanha’?”Gustavo shook his head. “I’m just trying to say you don’t need to worry. I haven’t brought any problems here.”Clayton eyed him suspiciously but relented. “Good. I’m counting on you to keep this place peaceful and running smoothly.”“You can count on me!” Gustavo assured him.Just then, Elaine and Nayla walked in.As Gustavo and Nayla locked eyes, an uneasy feeling settled over him. He had just promised Clayton no trouble — how could he keep that promise now?Clayton noticed Gustavo’s reaction and sighed. “What is it now, Gustavo?”“Uh... Mrs. Sterling just walked in!” he said, trying to mask his nervousness.Clayton scoffed. “Don’t tell me yo
Chapter 893 Trying to Escape the Lawsuit
The Happy Snack Bar was buzzing with its usual crowd, customers enjoying their meals while waiters moved between tables. The soft hum of 2000s pop music played over the radio, blending into the chatter. Gustavo stood behind the counter, lost in thought, barely noticing Clayton on the other side, speaking to him.“I found a guy willing to create that program for me, Gustavo,” Clayton said.“Huh?” Gustavo blinked, shaking himself from his reverie. “Sorry, Clayton, were you saying something?”Clayton smirked. “I could’ve said I was admiring your ripped chest, and you wouldn’t have even noticed.” He chuckled. “What’s bothering on your mind, buddy?”Gustavo tried to disguise his unease. “Nothing, quite the opposite. My father was discharged from the hospital today.”“That calls for a celebration, doesn’t it?” Clayton’s expression turned quizzical. “Then why do you look like you just lost a friend?”Gustavo exhaled, a dark cloud crossing his features. “Actually, I gained an enemy.”Clayton’
Chapter 892 Half-Brothers’ Quarrel
Paulina stood at the stove, preparing dinner. The meat had run out, so she was seasoning chicken to cook with carrots and potatoes. The kitchen was filled with the aroma of spices, but the atmosphere grew tense as Bella approached, carrying an almost ominous presence.“What is it now?” Paulina asked, her voice wary.Bella’s eyes were piercing. “How long do you plan to keep holding back the truth?”Paulina slammed her hand on the table. “For God’s sake! Why do you insist on being insufferable?”“I will chase this matter to the end,” Bella declared.Paulina tried to reason with her. “Daughter—”“Don’t call me daughter!” Bella snapped, her voice filled with venom.Their heated exchange was interrupted when Linda rushed into the kitchen, desperation evident on her face. “Can you two keep your voices down?”Bella turned to her with disdain. “Aren’t you tired of all these lies and secrets? Linda, is this what you bring to the Andrade family? They’re good people; they don’t deserve to have a
Chapter 891 The Reason for So Many Secrets
As the evening settled over the Sterling Cultural Hall, Edmund seized the moment before Bryce shut down his computer to speak further.“Son, I think I need to clarify something with you,” Edmund said, his tone serious.Bryce glanced at him. “Yes, Dad?”“When you said you’d hate it if I treated you the way Karl is treating Matthew, I completely understand.”Bryce, distant, simply muttered, “Thanks.”“But you need to understand why Karl thought this was necessary.”“I thought you said it was a secret?” Bryce questioned.Edmund’s voice softened with emotion. “I don’t want you thinking badly of me, much less spreading baseless theories.”As the computer finally powered down, Bryce stood up. “I’m listening.”Edmund took a deep breath. “About the car accident — Karl believes it was an attempted murder.”Bryce froze, his eyes widening in disbelief. “So, he’s been hiding in the shadows all this time, working secretly to uncover who tried to kill him?”Edmund nodded. “He already knows. The sam
Chapter 890 The Banishment Became Holidays
Liz finally opened her eyes in her hospital room at Clínica Andrade. The sterile white walls and soft beeping of monitors greeted her as she slowly regained awareness. Around her, Fernando, Ronaldo, and Patricia were overwhelmed with emotion, their relief palpable. Dr. Almeida, standing at the foot of the bed, observed with quiet satisfaction.“Liz, congratulations. Look, your family is here, rooting for you! Can you say something?” Dr. Almeida encouraged.Liz’s voice was weak but audible. “Yes...”Dr. Almeida nodded approvingly. “Great. You haven’t lost your ability to speak. Now, Liz, I want you to blink. Can you do that?”Liz blinked. Both eyelids functioned perfectly.“Excellent. It seems the classic ‘left-side-paralysis-from-a-stroke’ does not apply to you.”Fernando, his emotions spilling over, asked hesitantly, “Does that mean she’ll recover, doctor?”“If she continues improving and stays free from stress, yes.”Patricia sighed. “That’s going to be difficult.”A thought flicker
Chapter 889 Gustavo Faces the Gouveia Men
In Linda’s bedroom, Walter and Linda were finally alone, their hearts pounding from the chaos involving Bella and Nathan.“My love,” Walter said, his voice heavy, “this is more complicated than I thought.”Linda, anxious, leaned in. “Did you talk to Matthew?”“‘Talk’ isn’t the right word,” Walter admitted with disappointment. “We argued. For the first time, we completely disagreed.”Linda’s expression softened with sympathy. She reached out, gently running her fingers through his hair. “Oh, poor thing. What did he say?”Walter let out a slow breath. “After some initial reluctance, he admitted he hired Bella to harm Nathan in some way. ‘Kill’ wasn’t the word he used, but if Nathan had died in that car accident, Matthew wouldn’t have shed a tear at his funeral.”Linda gasped, outrage flashing in her eyes. “That’s insane! And why would my sister go along with something like that?”“She hasn’t answered that for you?” Walter asked, watching her closely.Linda shook her head, frustrated. “B
