The Tide of Fortune

Chapter 222 Defamation with the Truth

The next day, Anestor is doing cardio on the living room rug, with electronic music to set the reps in rhythm. Sweat oozing from his tight muscles indicates he's been on it for a while, but the narrowed, focused gaze shows he's into three more sessions.

When he sits on the mat to do sit-ups, the cell phone on the coffee table vibrates.

He checks the device and reads Marianne's message, "Can I see you today?"

Anestor smiles devilishly and types, “Yes, you can,” with devil emojis.

"Old Mr. Fabray, the best thing you ever did was send me here to watch over your son. I've never had so much fun in my life!"

Anestor laughs and then starts the sit-ups.

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At the Ferreira Hotel, Antonio is surprised that Eduardo is stressed and furious instead of being happy and content with Aline.

"Eddie, weren't you the one who told me that having Aline by your side would be a blessing in your life? Why are you here about to go into cardiac arrest?"

Eduardo responds huffing, "I didn't expect Ali