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Chapter 1418 A Slapped Husband
Inside Ronaldo’s office at Silva Oil, Linda offered a professional nod to the reunited couple, closing the door firmly behind her.“Seriously, congratulations are in order,” she said, her voice steady. “I assume the wedding date is already set.”“Get ready for your invitation.” Ronaldo’s expression sobered. “By the way, Linda, I’m glad you stopped by.”“Mr. Silva, I am aware of your promise to leave my family alone.” Linda straightened her posture, acknowledging the ceasefire. “Thank you for the mercy.”“Don’t mention it. Life was bitter for a while, but the scales have balanced out.” Ronaldo leaned into Patricia, resting his chin affectionately on her shoulder.“I can see that.” Linda nodded.“Don’t worry, Linda.” Patricia gave her fiancé’s arm a playful swat. “I’ll make sure he stays on a short leash.”“However,” Ronaldo’s tone sharpened, cutting through the banter. “You understand that if your brother ends up in a cell, that’s on him, right?”“Yes, I understand. What he did was wro
Chapter 1417 In Enemy Territory
Karl stepped into Fernando’s office, flaring his nostrils as he took a loud, exaggerated breath. The sharp tang of industrial lemon cleaner filled his lungs.“Coming down with a cold?” Fernando asked with mockery.“No. Just noticing how long it’s been since you actually stepped foot in this office,” Karl shot back.Fernando shut the door, the latch clicking with finality. “Now, suppose you explain by what right you storm into my building and terrorize my son?”“By what right,” Karl straightened his spine, “does your son grab and kiss my daughter-in-law?”“EX-daughter-in-law, you deluded idiot!” Fernando roared, stepping into Karl’s personal space. “Need I remind you? She never actually married Matt.”“And whose fault is that?” Karl jutted his chin out defiantly.“I don’t believe this. After everything I’ve heard, you’re still going to play the innocent victim?” Fernando crossed his arms, his biceps straining against his suit jacket.“You weren’t even in the city, so you have no idea w
Chapter 1416 As Natural as Breathing
On the docks, Ernesto marched with purpose, his heavy boots thudding against the concrete. Linda scrambled to keep up, confusion etched on her face.“Dad, stop! What on earth happened?”Ernesto spun around, his face grim. “Your mother was slapped by your future mother-in-law.” His voice was rough, like gravel. “That woman’s fake nails raked right across your mother’s face. She’s at the clinic getting treated now.”“OH MY GOD!” Linda froze, her hand flying to her mouth.Ernesto softened at her reaction. He retraced his steps, placing a gentle hand on her shoulder.“I’m so sorry, daughter.”“I’m the one who should be sorry.” Linda’s shoulders slumped, guilt weighing down her voice. “Mom was assaulted because of me...”“None of this is your fault.” Ernesto pulled her into a tight hug. “We are going to fix this.”“But why was she at the clinic in the first place?” Linda pulled back, furrowing her brow.“Maybe she just wanted to talk. I don’t know.” Ernesto let go, checking his watch. “I’m
Chapter 1415 I Did Read Before Signing
Patricia leaned across the mahogany desk, ignoring the barrier between them to plant a lingering, sultry kiss on Ronaldo’s lips. Just as Linda had predicted, the executive office was rapidly transforming into a private sanctuary.“When we get married, we’re going to need heavy curtains for these windows,” Ronaldo murmured against her mouth. “And a deadbolt for that door.”“Why go to all that trouble, darling?” Patricia teased, her voice lowering an octave.Ronaldo stood up, his gaze darkening as he looked her up and down with undisguised hunger. “Do I really need to draw you a diagram, sweetheart?”A rosy flush crept up Patricia’s neck, tinting her cheeks. “Are you suggesting we christen your office?”“Every single day. Especially after hours.” Ronaldo reached out, tracing the line of her jaw with his thumb. “Grandpa and Grandma are demanding great-grandchildren, you know.”“So adoption is off the table?”“PFFFT!” Ronaldo burst into a loud, joyous laugh.He caught her by the waist and
Chapter 1414 Two Muses Meet
Ernesto sat across from Fernando, studying the oil tycoon’s face for any sign of a bluff. He wasn’t about to pop the champagne just yet.“Is it set in stone? Your boy is really going to stop coming after my blood?”“It’s a fair trade, wouldn’t you say?” Fernando spread his hands, that practiced, boardroom smile easy on his face. “With Patty occupying his every waking thought, he won’t have time to get drunk on someone else’s podcast.”“He still swears it was Indian tea...” Ernesto shrugged, conceding the point.“It doesn’t matter anymore. The priority is peace.” Fernando extended his hand across the desk.Ernesto didn’t take it. He leaned forward. “And what about my son?”Fernando blinked. “Nathan?”“No. My eldest.” Ernesto’s expression hardened. “Are Ronaldo and your wife going to drop the charges?”“EXCUSE ME?” Fernando’s eyes nearly bulged out of his head. “But... your son SOLD an illicit substance to my wife!”“He sold her an experimental cocktail with no guarantees. Liz knew exac
Chapter 1413 Uneasy Truces
Fernando stepped into his office, feeling the scent of lemon polish. Linda was still there, running a duster over the bookshelves.She froze, the duster hovering inches above the mahogany. Her grip tightened on the handle as she realized the father of the man who tried to ruin her family was standing right behind her.“Good morning, Linda. Unless you prefer ‘Miss Alvares’?”“If you call me Linda, you can pretend I don’t carry the surname you despise.” She scrubbed a spot on the shelf harder than necessary. “ The cleaning crew already cleared the trash. The room is ready.”She moved to leave, but Fernando’s frame filled the doorway, blocking her exit.“Linda, I’m aware of the promise my son made to Matt. He got Patty back, which means your family is off the chopping block.”Linda let out a sharp, incredulous huff. “Is that supposed to be the truth?”“Why would we lie about something like that?” Fernando frowned, genuine confusion crossing his face.“I don’t trust your son.” She tapped
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