Home / Urban / The Long-Awaited Heir / Chapter 1040 No More a Coward
Chapter 1040 No More a Coward
last update2025-06-15 21:28:58

At the Andrade Clinic, in the reception area, Walter and Linda returned to the front desk. With the other receptionists away on their lunch breaks, the place was unusually quiet. Walter leaned in and kissed Linda goodbye.

“Good work, sweetheart,” he said, then, as if suddenly remembering, added, “By the way, how’s your family doing?”

Linda shot him a look — stern, warning — urging him to lower his voice.

“My mom’s visiting my grandparents,” she replied in a hushed tone.

“There wasn’t really a need for that, was there?” Walter asked.

“Of course not. She just wanted to avoid getting dragged into the mess.”

“I’m sorry, love. And... how’s it going with Nathan?”

A small, lopsided smirk curled the corner of Linda’s lips. “Would you believe my family actually wants to give him a chance?”

“Not surprising,” Walter said with a shrug. “Especially your mom.”

Linda’s eyes gleamed, and she leaned in conspiratorially. “Ah, but he’s precisely avoiding her.”

Walter blinked, puzzled, prompting a quiet
Continue to read this book for free
Scan the code to download the app

Latest Chapter

  • Chapter 1100 Special Treatment

    Happy Snack Bar, night. Gustavo was working behind the counter, still annoyed by Nathan’s closeness to his family. His suspicions wouldn’t leave his mind... “He’s only doing this because he’s got something on me. If I hadn’t lost my backpack...” Gustavo muttered. Elaine and Nayla entered, laughing among themselves. The joke must have been very funny. Seeing Nayla, Gustavo smiled broadly and approached her promptly. “Good evening, ma’am and miss! Thank you so much for choosing Happy Snack Bar!” “But what does that mean?” Elaine laughed even more. “We don’t deserve such a grand reception, Gustavo.” “Of course you do. After all, we’re not talking about Mrs. Sterling, the most powerful wife in Blue Cove?” Gustavo flattered Elaine but kept an eye on Nayla. Nayla noticed this and blushed, lowering her head. Elaine didn’t notice the tension and had her ego inflamed. “OK, you’re right. People should treat me with more respect. Thank you, Gustavo. We’ll sit at that table over there.”

  • Chapter 1099 The Question That Haunts Bella

    Gustavo and Linda noticed Nathan's astonished expression and the holding of his breath after reading the message on his phone. “What happened, Nate?” Linda asked worriedly. “I received a message from Cindy Cardoso announcing that... my symbolic mother authorized my return to Urbano!” Nathan exclaimed excitedly. “Congratulations, Nate!” Linda didn’t waste time and hugged her half-brother. Gustavo, on the other hand, remained wary of how quickly Nathan was integrating into the Alvares family. “Now I’ll be able to help you guys more!” Nathan said, breaking the hug. However, his gaze meeting Gustavo’s turned into something challenging. ****** At Sterling Mansion, Karl entered Andreia’s room and found her packing. “Everything ready, huh, little sis?” “Everything’s ready.” Andreia sighed. “I talked to our parents.” Karl kissed her left cheek. “You can use the jet to go wherever you want.” “Karl, I already paid for the ticket.” Andreia wasn’t complaining. She was moved. “Request

  • Chapter 1098 Linda Needs to Fit In

    After cleaning the “mustache” of frosting that had formed on Jackson’s upper lip, Cindy continued the conversation, “And did you talk to Elaine, demanding that she stop the harassment?”“Of course. I didn’t go to Golden Letters to see my mom be mistreated. She has brought them money; she deserves all the respect,” Jackson confirmed in a somber tone. “And there was another strange thing.”“What?” Cindy went into journalist mode.“The receptionist’s older brother, the one who overdosed at Silva Oil Company...” Jackson spoke more quietly, suspiciously. “He immediately jumped to Elaine’s defense, asking me to talk out of the public ear. But when I ended the conversation and left her office, the same security guard was already going to meet her, looking at me with anger!”Cindy smiled maliciously, already weaving a theory in her mind. “Honey, are you suggesting that the security guard has feelings for Elaine?”“I hope I’m wrong. Matthew doesn’t deserve to be cheated on by a former drug use

  • Chapter 1097 An Extension of Concern

    “Thank you, Kirk.” Elaine nodded. “You don’t need to get involved in this, but I appreciate your concern.”“Nayla told me her opinion.” Kirk felt awkward, like he shouldn’t be speaking, but his heart was pushing him. “You know, the way they treat you in that mansion is concerning.”Elaine took the moment to vent, “I know Matt needed me as a wife to appease the conglomerate’s board members. But over time, we built a beautiful love! It’s impossible that Matt doesn’t feel anything for me! But his father...” She sighed.“He makes everything seem like a mere business transaction, a cold agreement made in a lawyer’s office,” Kirk completed the thought, sounding like an expert on the subject.“Exactly!” Elaine’s eyes widened. “I’m surprised to see how much you understand me, Kirk. You must be a great help and comfort to Nayla.”“I try to be.” Kirk smiled sheepishly. “I’d better get back to my job. Should I allow Jackson Borges to bother you next time?”Elaine smiled nervously, unsure how to

  • Chapter 1096 Family Is What Matters

    Nathan appeared at the Alvares Family House. Gustavo was sprawled on the sofa, watching TV. Outside, Nathan found the living room window open and heard the sound of a Western movie, one of those recorded directly for TV. Instead of knocking on the door, Nathan approached the window and stuck his head in, seeing his older half-brother amused and laughing at a horseback chase scene. “Hey, big brother!” “OW! What does that mean?” Gustavo jumped on the sofa, looking startled at the window. Nathan was also taken aback. Gustavo seemed way too tense. From Nathan’s view, Gustavo was behind the sofa, only seeing him shirtless, leaning on one arm. “I just came to visit you guys. I have good news,” Nathan replied with a suspicious look. “Wait at the door, I’ll open it.” Gustavo grabbed the remote and turned off the TV. Nathan didn’t understand but went to the door. He wasn’t going to climb through the window, right? However, Nathan sensed Gustavo was taking too long... Then he underst

  • Chapter 1095 Andreia’s Act of Kindness

    “Let me see if I understood.” Jackson rubbed the bridge of his nose. “The photographer showed up at the right place, at the right time, took a photo, and instead of sending it to all the newspapers and gossip columns, he sent it to Matt?” “That’s what he said, but Matt scheduled a meeting with him today to confront him.” Elaine sat at the desk. “Oh, his name is João Pedro de Paula, a relative of the doctor treating that lunatic Ron.” Jackson looked at Elaine with hostility. Even though he no longer liked Ronaldo, he didn’t dare mock his psychiatric condition. “I’m going to check this with Matt,” he declared. “Meanwhile, stay away from my mother. You’re no longer her agent, but even if you were, only talk to her about books, understood?” “Understood, though I don’t believe you have anything to say or that you can stop me from questioning your treacherous sister.” Elaine dropped the mask of indifference, glaring at Jackson with equal disdain. Jackson didn’t bother anymore and left,

More Chapter
Explore and read good novels for free
Free access to a vast number of good novels on MegaNovel app. Download the books you like and read anywhere & anytime.
Read books for free on the app
Scan code to read on App