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Chapter 638 I Didn’t Even TOUCH the Diva!
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Fernando and Ernesto remained in Ronaldo’s office. The employee files — only those of employees living in Lion’s Den — made Ernesto uneasy.

“Mr. Silva, I understand that we’re all under suspicion—”

“Not exactly, Ernesto!” Fernando tried to mask the bad atmosphere.

“No, don’t try to smooth things over or sugarcoat it.” Ernesto gestured firmly. “We’re men; let’s speak frankly. Your son is suspicious of us.”

“The police are going to interrogate everyone, that’s for sure.” Fernando pointed at the files, “But I DID NOT ask my son to do this. He did it on his own.”

“And why do you think he called my son?” Ernesto smiled slyly. “Jealous of my boy and Miss Borges?”

Fernando jumped slightly. Knowing his son’s disturbed mind...

“Ernesto, I genuinely hope you overlook this offense. Yes, my son is a decent and fair guy; but when it comes to Patty... when they broke up the first time, Ron went days without eating properly, let his beard grow, and didn’t bathe. Everything returned to normal
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