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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
The Long-Awaited Heir Chapter 735 I Want a Partner
At the quiet beach house, Nathan opened the door to find Elaine standing there, her smile polite and measured.There was no warmth in her expression, no trace of the past that had once bound them together. For Nathan, whatever obsession he had once harbored for her was long gone. What remained now was curiosity.“I hope I can help you with something, friend,” Nathan said, stepping aside to let her in.“How about a glass of water?” Elaine replied as she walked into the living room and took a seat on the couch.Nathan smirked at the request, finding it mildly amusing. “Water” seemed far too simple for someone as complicated as Elaine.He retreated to the kitchen and returned moments later, carrying two glasses of chilled pineapple juice.Elaine glanced at the glasses, about to protest, but something in the sight of the juice stirred her thirst. Her faint smile betrayed a flicker of gratitude as she reached for a glass. She took a sip—and then another, the juice refreshing her dry throat
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Chapter 741 Lavish Breakfast
The next morning, in the kitchen of the Alvares family home, the table was unusually lavishly set for breakfast. Paulina had skipped her usual distraction of watching television to ensure she’d join the family for the meal. Bella, dressed smartly for work, scanned the spread before her, her eyes wide with surprise.The table was filled with French bread, whole wheat bread, cheese bread, blackberry jam, butter, margarine, skim milk, black coffee, fruits, and even nonfat yogurt.“Jesus Christ!” Bella exclaimed. “I am witnessing a miracle here!”Paulina raised her hands in mock praise. “Amen, Hallelujah!”“What’s wrong, daughter?” Ernesto asked, his tone lightly defensive. “Can’t we have a lavish breakfast every now and then?”Bella sat down, still marveling at the assortment of food. “Uh... yes, Dad, we can. I’m thrilled. Did they give you a bonus again?”“Yes!” Ernesto said proudly.“No!” Gustavo interjected simultaneously.An awkward silence filled the room. Paulina raised one eyebrow
Chapter 740 The Ladies Are Still Plotting
Meanwhile, at Silva Oil Company, the tension in Fernando’s office had reached a boiling point. Matthew stood across from Liz, his expression sharp, his tone unforgiving.“That’s a lie,” Liz fumed, her anger boiling over. “Jasmine, my daughter, is not pregnant. But if she were, the father would be Othon Rios!”Matthew’s cruel smile deepened. “Let’s assume he’s the father because he’s the one keeping her in sexual captivity — and you’re totally fine with that, huh?”Liz’s eyes narrowed. “If I were against it, where would Jasmine live? You’re just dying for her to come back so you can take your revenge on her!”Matthew’s jaw tightened. “If it weren’t for your damned daughter, my damned cousin, I would be married to Patty.”Liz could no longer contain herself. “So this is what it all comes down to? PATTY? Why does every road lead to that SLUT?”Before Liz could say more, Fernando grabbed her arm, his voice sharp with reprimand. “Woman, stop being rude! Who was just giving me a ‘job’ a lit
Chapter 739 Bella and Nathan Meet Again
Inside the podcast studio, Jorge Nunes was wrapping up an interview with Evan. The discussion had been tense, revolving around the incident caused by Elaine Sterling. Bella, ever the efficient assistant, moved discreetly around the studio. She wasn’t just carrying out her tasks—she was listening intently, her curiosity burning beneath her composed demeanor.Taking the opportunity to refill the water bottles for both Evan and Jorge, Bella kept her movements subtle. Anyone watching would see nothing unusual, just a dutiful assistant tending to her responsibilities.Jorge leaned forward, his tone pointed. “So, Secretary Evan, the burning question: will there be a divorce?”Evan, ever composed, replied with measured seriousness. “My boss, Mr. Matthew Sterling, does not treat marriage as something disposable, Mr. Nunes. As of now, the marriage stands; but there will certainly be a serious conversation between him and Mrs. Sterling to ensure scenes like this do not happen again.”Jorge nodd
Chapter 738 Pretend to Do Some “Job”
In the Silva Oil Company parking lot, Matthew’s car screeched to an abrupt stop, the tires wailing as they slid across the asphalt.The vehicle came to rest awkwardly, straddling two parking spots, drawing surprised looks from employees heading home for the day. Among those watching were Ernesto and Gustavo Alvares, their conversation pausing as they took in the scene. “Hey, Dad,” Gustavo said, pointing toward the poorly parked car. “Mr. Sterling parked all wrong over there!” Ernesto squinted at the vehicle, his expression thoughtful. “He must be in a hurry. Maybe something happened to Mr. Borges...” Gustavo’s brow furrowed, worry creeping into his voice. “I hope not.” Ernesto shifted the topic with a sigh. “And Kirk — he’s really going to work at Golden Letters?” Gustavo grimaced. “Yeah. Let’s just hope he keeps his mouth shut. He’s probably celebrating behind the chestnut trees at the beach today.” Ernesto shook his head, choosing not to dwell on it. He avoided looking in Mat
Chapter 737 You Failed
Across town, the Sterling Mansion was quiet except for the soft crackle of the living room fireplace.Elaine sat on the couch, her gaze locked on the flames as they licked at the wood. The warmth of the fire filled the room, an odd choice given the heat outside, but for Elaine, the sound was soothing. Jarbas passed by, casting a sideways glance at her. Though he said nothing, his expression betrayed his thoughts — Mrs. Sterling’s fixation on the fireplace was unusual, even for her. Elaine barely noticed him. Her mind was far away, replaying the conversation she’d had with Nathan that morning. The memory of announcing that Matthew had already drafted a divorce agreement lingered like an unshakable shadow. That morning at Nathan’s beach house, Elaine’s revelation had hit him like a thunderclap. “Since when is Matt a lawyer?” Nathan had asked, his tone showing his disbelief. Elaine shrugged, frustration seeping into her voice. “I don’t know. He said he could make the document legal
Chapter 736 Coming Back to Life
The Andrade Clinic lobby hummed with an afternoon calm that contrasted sharply with the earlier commotion. Patients who had been seen were now departing, their expressions satisfied. “See you later, miss!” one patient called as they left. Linda, ever diligent, replied with a cheerful reminder, “Don’t forget your medications!” Walter approached her from across the room, his eyes lighting up at the sight of her. “Hello, dear! It’s so good to see you,” Linda greeted warmly. Walter’s grin turned flirtatious. “It’s always nice to see you too.” Linda leaned closer, her expression thoughtful. “I want to take the opportunity to ask you something: do you still think I should move out the mansion?” Walter’s smile faltered for a fraction of a second, but he forced it back into place. Inside, he wanted to shout NO! “Why do you want to leave me?” he asked, his voice laced with mock hurt. Linda laughed, a light and musical sound. “I’m not trying to ‘run away’ from you; it’s just that I hav
Chapter 735 I Want a Partner
At the quiet beach house, Nathan opened the door to find Elaine standing there, her smile polite and measured.There was no warmth in her expression, no trace of the past that had once bound them together. For Nathan, whatever obsession he had once harbored for her was long gone. What remained now was curiosity.“I hope I can help you with something, friend,” Nathan said, stepping aside to let her in.“How about a glass of water?” Elaine replied as she walked into the living room and took a seat on the couch.Nathan smirked at the request, finding it mildly amusing. “Water” seemed far too simple for someone as complicated as Elaine.He retreated to the kitchen and returned moments later, carrying two glasses of chilled pineapple juice.Elaine glanced at the glasses, about to protest, but something in the sight of the juice stirred her thirst. Her faint smile betrayed a flicker of gratitude as she reached for a glass. She took a sip—and then another, the juice refreshing her dry throat
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
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
