All Chapters of The Long-Awaited Heir: Chapter 1431
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Chapter 1431 Cracks in the Facade
In Charles’ office at the Andrade Clinic, Walter was ready to question his parents.“Enough with the games,” Walter said, his voice low and vibrating with a suppressed heat. “Let’s get straight to it. What kind of circus was going on here yesterday?”Emmanuelle let out a dry, airy laugh. “One night at that beach house and she’s already whispering poison in your ear?”“Mother,” Walter stepped closer, his shadow falling over her desk. “Are you going to look me in the eye and tell me you didn’t lay a hand on Paulina?”Charles winced at the name with a mocking smirk. “‘Paulina’? My, aren’t we on a first-name basis with the future in-laws now?”“The Alvares family hasn’t stopped showing you that basic courtesy,” Walter countered, his gaze hardening.Emmanuelle made a face as if she’d tasted something sour. “Courtesy? That woman wouldn’t know the meaning of the word. They have no breeding, Walter. None.”“I’m not here for a lecture on class,” Walter snapped. “I want to know what happened in
Chapter 1432 The Gin-Soaked Horizon
Matthew is back in his office at Sterling Empire headquarters. But with each passing second, the place felt less and less like his own space.He stared at the door as it swung open, revealing Liz Silva.“Matt, do you have a moment?” she asked, her voice soft but steady.“All the time in the world.” Matthew stood, gesturing toward the leather armchair. “Please, sit. You shouldn’t be overextending yourself.”Liz offered a faint, melodic giggle as she lowered herself into the seat. “The doctors say I’m a miracle of recovery, but I appreciate the chivalry.”Matthew remained standing, leaning against the edge of his desk. “I think I know why you’re here.”Liz let out a long, weary sigh, her eyes dropping to her lap. “The substance I bought from Gustavo Alvares. Yes. I did it to spite Patty. I wanted the world to think she was the reason I collapsed.”“You wanted everyone to see her as the cause of your stroke,” Matthew stated flatly, his voice devoid of judgment but heavy with the truth.“
Chapter 1433 Providence and Pent-Up Tension
Wednesday arrived in the Alvares family home. Ernesto stood in the center of the kitchen, his grip on his phone loosening so abruptly that the device nearly clattered onto the tile.“Everyone, look at this!” Ernesto’s voice wavered as he stared at the local news feed. “Gustavo is being released on bail. He’s coming home for the trial!”Paulina’s breath hitched, her hands flying to her chest as her eyes welled with tears. “Praise be to the Lord! My boy is coming home.”Bella, leaning against the counter, didn't share the euphoria. She squinted at the screen over her father’s shoulder. “It’s provisional liberty, Mom. It doesn't mean the charges dropped. It doesn't make him innocent.”Ernesto let out a long, relieved exhale, a small smile breaking through his worry. “Maybe not, but it means Matthew Sterling decided not to let him rot in a cell for our sake. He’s being far more merciful than he needs to be.”“Say what you want about the Sterlings,” Paulina added, her voice thick with emot
Chapter 1434 Don’t Ruin Your Reputation
At the Beach House, Linda pressed her phone to her ear, her breakfast forgotten as Bella’s voice crackled on the other end. Across the table, Walter sat comfortably, his bare chest bronzed by the light, seemingly engrossed in his own thoughts."Are you serious?" Linda’s fork paused mid-air. "Gus is getting out on provisional liberty?""It’s true," Bella confirmed from the quiet of her bedroom. "The plan is to tuck him away at Grandma and Grandpa’s. No cameras, no reporters, just peace and quiet."Linda let out a long, shaky breath. "That’s everything. If he’s out of the spotlight, the scandal can finally starve. People will find something else to gossip about.""True," Bella moved on, her tone turning mischievous. "But speaking of gossip... how is the love nest? Is a certain someone sitting there shirtless — or is he completely buff at the table?"Linda felt a flush creep up her neck. She glanced at Walter. "He’s right here, Bella. Eating breakfast.""Is he in his birthday suit? Wait—
Chapter 1435 The Verbal Trap
The Silva Penthouse felt alive again, the feeling of a family reclaiming its territory.Fernando reclined in his chair, wearing nothing but his boxers, as if he’d never spent a single night away from his own table. His skin carried a deep, golden bronze from his time at Sunset Village — a detail Liz found herself cataloging with a lingering, hungry gaze. She didn't just see her husband; she saw the man she’d missed, and her eyes traced the lines of his physique with unmistakable desire.Ronaldo, however, was already vibrating with the restless energy of the workday."Alright, Dad," he said, tapping a rhythm on the table. "The refinery is scheduled to push the oil out to the distribution points today. No delays.""Mmm," Fernando murmured, his eyes still locked onto his wife’s face. "Good. You handle that for me, champ?""Consider it done. Patty’s meeting me there to help."The mention of Patty snapped Liz out of her trance. "Oh! I almost forgot something vital. Your grandmother mention
Chapter 1436 Shattered Masks
The morning rush at Silva Oil Company was a blur of clicking heels and the rhythmic chime of ID badges hitting scanners. Ernesto and Linda wove through the throng, their pace steady and synchronized.“You heard the news, didn’t you?” Ernesto asked, his voice low enough to stay beneath the noise of the office.Linda’s expression remained a disciplined mask. “I did. I’m just hoping this finally puts a period on the end of the sentence.”“It will, sweetheart,” Ernesto said, leaning in to brush a kiss against her cheek. “Now, let’s get to it. We don’t get paid to stand around.”“What a touching little performance!”The voice, full of venom, cut through the professional bustle. Charles stood a few yards away, his lips curled into a smile that looked more like a snarl.“To anyone else, this might look like a real family,” Charles sneered, closing the distance.Linda didn't flinch. “What are you doing here, Chuck?”Charles’s face darkened, his nostrils flaring. “Ernesto, you might want to te
Chapter 1437 Blood and Business
Inside the conference room of the Sterling Empire, Matthew leaned back in the high-backed leather chair at the head of the table. A victor’s grin stretched across his face, radiating a newfound confidence that seemed to hum through the air.Evan stood at his shoulder, tablet in hand, the silent sentinel to Matthew’s triumph.The room was packed. Shareholders and directors, usually far too busy for mid-week emergencies, had practically sprinted to the headquarters for this extraordinary summons."So, gentlemen," Matthew concluded, his voice sounding like a smooth, resonant baritone of pure satisfaction. "Not only has my father finally stepped into the light and confessed his involvement, but I have decided, out of respect for the conglomerate’s stability, to keep Ste-learning exactly where it is. We aren't going anywhere.""And what of the... delicate nature of your father’s confession?" Director Simmons asked, shifting uncomfortably. "How do we handle the secret?"Matthew’s eyes went
Chapter 1438 The Anatomy of a Secret
Charles blinked, his mouth hanging open like a broken hinge. He stared up at Ronaldo, waiting for the reinforcement that never came. He was certain the younger man’s scolding was meant for the "low-lifes" standing over him, not the victim on the floor."Wh-what?" Charles stammered, his hand trembling as he wiped a smear of red from his lip. "What are you... argh... what are you talking about, my boy?"The sound of the scuffle acted like a dinner bell. Doors swung open, and employees from half a dozen departments began to drift into the corridor, their eyes wide as they took in the sight of a Sterling-aligned socialite groveling on the tiles."What are you doing here besides sowing discord?" Ronaldo’s voice was like a bucket of ice water. He didn't offer a hand to Charles. "Didn't my mother make it clear? You and your wife are to leave the Alvares family alone. Period."Charles managed to haul himself up to his knees, his eyes darting toward the crowd of onlookers. He needed to reclaim
Chapter 1439 The Price of a Punch
In the recording booth of the Jorge Nunes Podcast, Vanda reached into her bag and slid two cream-colored envelopes across the table toward Jorge.“Mrs. Borges?” Jorge asked, his eyes flickering between the invitations. “Why two?”“I have no intention of letting some bouncer block your better half at the door,” Vanda said with a wink toward Bella, who sat in the corner of the studio.Bella’s jaw dropped. “Wait, there are tickets for a book signing now?”Vanda let out a soft, musical giggle. “For the signing? No. These are for a private, champagne reception afterward. Just for the inner circle.”“And I’m on the list?” Bella’s voice was small, sounding disbelief.“Your entire family is on the list, dear,” Vanda replied, her expression softening. “It’s high time someone compensated the Alvares family for the weight they’ve had to carry because of one black sheep.”Bella leaned back, a weary shadow crossing her face. “Well, Gus is coming home on parole soon. That’s a start.”“Then make sur
Chapter 1440 Under the Surface
“Stand up, Linda.”Patricia’s voice wasn’t sharp; it was a steady anchor in the storm of Linda’s panic.Slowly, Linda rose, her shoulders still hunched and a slight tremor running through her frame. She kept her gaze fixed on the floor, unable to meet Patricia’s eyes.“No one is getting fired today,” Patricia continued, her tone brooking no argument. “If what my fiancé saw is accurate, the only person who overstepped was the visitor.”Ernesto’s expression shifted, a sudden clarity washing over his features. He snapped his fingers. “The news. He must have seen the reports about Gus getting out on parole and decided we were an easy target for his frustration.”“That’s got to be it,” Ronaldo agreed.“Damn him...” Linda hissed under her breath, her knuckles whitening.“Go ahead, Linda. Curse him all you want,” Patricia said, a flash of genuine empathy softening her face. She tried to shift the mood, offering a small, encouraging smile. “Is everything ready for the big celebration tonight?