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The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 727 Tragedy in Golden Sun
The confrontation between Cindy and Elaine escalated as Elaine struggled to stand after falling into the rhododendron flowerbed. Leaves and petals clung to her expensive suit, and Cindy couldn’t contain her laughter.“Ha, ha, ha!” Cindy mocked, her voice ringing with delight.Elaine glared, furious. “This isn’t funny!”“Of course it is!” Cindy retorted. “That’s what you get for being rude.”Elaine finally managed to stand, brushing off the debris angrily. “Argh! This pantsuit was expensive,” she complained.Cindy smirked. “Matt doesn’t buy anything cheap, does he?”Elaine seized the moment, a glint of defiance in her eyes. “Is that what this is about? You want to ruin my image in front of Matt so he’ll divorce me? Well, my dear, forget it — that won’t happen.”Cindy’s demeanor turned serious. “If Matt divorces you, it’ll be his decision. I don’t love him, and I don’t want him back. I’ve had the privilege of being with him twice.”Elaine sneered. “And you ruined it both times, having l
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 728 More Problems Keep Coming
Inside the Sterling Empire Headquarters, in Sheila’s office, Matthew stood before Karl, who appeared to be on the verge of saying something. Sheila, sensing unease from her boyfriend, watched him closely.“Do you want me to leave, dear?” Sheila asked gently.Karl chuckled lightly, trying to dismiss the tension. “No, no need... it’s not something urgent or secret.” He turned to Matthew. “Matt, it seems like you need some fatherly advice.”Karl, without revealing the truth, identified himself as Matthew’s father. Neither Matthew nor Sheila caught on, both simply smiling.“Any advice is welcome, Lawrence. Besides, you’re basically my stepfather,” Matthew replied.Karl flashed a yellowy smile. “Okay... Well, it seems like Elaine is feeling jealous.”“I didn’t do anything this time. I’ve barely talked to Patty. Ronaldo assured me everything’s fine,” Matthew replied, looking puzzled.Sheila added, “Even Cindy has moved on with her life. Why did Elaine decide to act this way now?”Karl grew
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 729 Freedom to Kick the Press Out
The morning sun shone heavily in the Alvarez family living room as Tuesday began. Gustavo shuffled in wearing sweatpants, scratching absentmindedly as he entered the room. Paulina was already seated, eyes fixed on the morning news playing softly on the television.“Good morning, Mom,” Gustavo greeted, his voice still thick with sleep. “Have you had breakfast yet?”Paulina turned her head slightly, offering a warm smile. “Yes, son. Everything’s ready in the kitchen.”He lingered by the doorway. “And is there any news out there?”Paulina’s gaze returned to the TV. “Not yet...” she murmured, engrossed in the broadcast.A moment later, Bella appeared, her outfit crisp and professional. The quality of the clothes spoke of someone stretching their paycheck, but it suited her perfectly.“Mom,” Bella began with a hint of irritation, “have you had breakfast? I don’t want to eat anyone else’s leftovers, okay?”Paulina’s lips curved in a faint smile. “Next time, I’ll leave a note on the table,”
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 730 Interrogation
Matthew called a ‘meeting’ in Abner Sterling’s office, standing imposing as the tense scene unfolding within. Elaine sat in a single armchair, deliberately positioned in the center of the room. It felt more like an interrogation than a conversation, the setup leaving her exposed and vulnerable.Matthew leaned against his desk, arms crossed, his gaze cold and distant. Nearby, Sheila stood stiffly, her glare cutting through Elaine like a blade.Elaine shifted uncomfortably. “Guys... Sweetheart...” she ventured hesitantly.Sheila’s expression hardened. “You still have the audacity to call my son ‘sweetheart’?”Elaine’s voice faltered, her words barely audible. “If Matt isn’t my sweetheart, then what is he?”Sheila didn’t flinch. “The man who is going to divorce you.”The words hit Elaine like a slap, and she convulsed with desperation, her eyes darting to Matthew.He remained impassive, unyielding.“No...” Elaine’s voice cracked, rising into a plea. “No! Matt, it was an accident!”At tha
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 731 Trying to Win
Back into Abner’s office in the Sterling Mansion, Matthew and Elaine stood facing each other, the weight of their argument hanging heavy in the air. Elaine, summoning her courage, rose from her chair. Her posture was defiant, but her heart raced.She felt the blame for everything would soon be thrust upon her shoulders, something she was unwilling to accept. Matthew stared at her, his eyes cold and unrecognizing. The woman before him seemed like a stranger. “Matt,” Elaine began, her voice firm despite her inner turmoil, “before you start, I want to tell you that you have a part in this.” Matthew’s jaw tightened and his eyes flared with anger. Her words were a provocation he could hardly bear. “With what nerve do you dare to put the blame on me?” he shot back. “Part of what?” Elaine straightened, refusing to flinch under his glare. “You always put Patricia’s interests above mine.” “That’s not true!” Matthew countered sharply. “You are my wife, the chosen one!” He quickly added,
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 732 I Know Your Secret
Back to the Sterling Mansion, the tension between Matthew and Elaine was glaring. Alone in Abner’s office, they faced each other, their words charged with emotion and veiled threats. Matthew’s sharp eyes studied his wife, suspicion growing with every passing moment. “Elaine, what do you mean? What do you want with all this?” Elaine stood firm, her voice steady. “I want our marriage to be something lasting and perfect.” Matthew softened slightly. “Then let’s fight for that, without the interference of—” “—Patty Borges!” Elaine cut him off, her voice sharp and accusing. Matthew’s frustration boiled over. He kicked the desk, sending the computer monitor wobbling precariously. Elaine, unfazed, stood her ground. “You are forbidden from causing any more problems for the Borges family,” Matthew growled. “Do you hear me? Forbidden!” Elaine smirked, her tone dripping with sass. “Or what? What are you going to do? Kill me? Send the ‘boys’ from the Bento family to make me disappear?” Mat
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 733 Long Time No Talk
The doorbell echoed through the quiet space across the Borges House lobby. From the kitchen, Vanda emerged, her expression weary and her posture heavy with worry. She moved to the intercom, picking it up with trembling hands.“Hello, who is it?” she asked, her voice subdued.“It’s Sheila!” came the familiar voice on the other end. “Can I come in, dear?”Vanda unlocked the electronic gate, and moments later, Sheila entered the house, her arms wide open for her friend.“I came as soon as I could, dear!” Sheila exclaimed as they embraced. “How are you all doing?”The warmth of the embrace did little to lift Vanda’s spirits. She stepped back, shaking her head. “The question is: how is Jackson?”Sheila ended the embrace, taking a seat on the couch while Vanda remained standing, her arms crossed tightly against her chest.“He’s still resting after the surgery,” Vanda said. “The accident was serious.”Sheila leaned forward, concern etched on her face. “Is there any risk of complications?”Va
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 734 Attempted Murder
Back to the Borges house lobby, Patricia descended the stairs, her steps deliberate, joining a conversation between Sheila and Vanda. Her expression displayed disapproval of Matthew’s recent intentions.Sheila approached Patricia with a calming smile. “Patty, don’t worry. My boy won’t make any rash decisions.”Patricia’s gaze hardened. “He can’t. Matt has fought too hard to get where he is.”Vanda nodded in agreement but added cautiously, “And even though you love Ron and plan to marry him, there’s still the awkwardness of Matt’s divorce. People will inevitably think he’d be free...”“...to try again with me,” Patricia finished, her voice firm. “But I refuse.”Sheila and Vanda exchanged uneasy glances.“I refuse,” Patricia repeated, “to break my man’s heart again.”“It’s alright, dear,” Vanda said, her tone soothing. “You don’t need to worry.”Sheila nodded, as if passing a test. But her face grew serious as the shrill tone of her cellphone broke the moment. She glanced at the screen
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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
