2023-05-11 06:00:18A few days passed. William is more confident in his plan to infiltrate Caio into Rocha Constructions.
At a lunch with the family gathered in the Mountain Penthouse, he is speaking in a very boastful way, “When the time comes for the second generation to take the reins of Rocha Constructions, my boy will help along the way. Aren't you happy about that, Caio?”
Caio smiles humbly, “Let's see what help I can do.”
Alan retorts bitterly, “Yes, we'll see!”
William turns to Melissa, “Sis, are you serving scarlet eggplant?”
Melissa is surprised, “No, bro, why?”
“It’s because your son is bitter.”
Caroline bursts out laughing. Simeon and Dora shoot William with their eyes.
At the end of the table, Kelvin clears his throat and grabs a glass of wine, “Well, guys, I think the occasion deserves a toast, huh? Honey, the pasta with grated cheese is delicious.&rd
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