After the meeting, Roberth left exhausted after analyzing all the data Anthony asked for. He couldn't wait to see his premium girlfriend/girlfriend Amanda... his father was increasingly demanding responsibilities and strict with the pace of his studies.
And Roberth feared being disinherited, partly recognizing that his father was right.
Everything was a question of knowing how to balance things, but his father didn't know how to manage his own time and wanted to put the same pressure on Roberth. He stared out the car window when he saw Sarah passing by. Because of people like her, the world was so frantic! And his father thought being frantic was the answer.
He snorted. And continued with his mini meal...
Sarah was breathing in a rare free moment, it was a lazy Tuesday...
She sat on the bench. Meanwhile, the same investigator who had followed her discreetly photographed her and spoke to his client.
- She looks very similar to the description given by you.
-excellent. I want all possible evidence to be produced.
- I will do justice for my girl. And all those responsible will pay.
-Sir, allow me to comment on it.
- May I help?
- This girl is very kind and intelligent, I heard she has a book written ready for sale on A****n. El has a bright future, works hard and is a nice girl.
- like your mother... I'm happy. And it is her without a doubt.
- How do you intend to tell her?- At the right time I will do it.
- Ok. Good afternoon sir.
- Good afternoon. I'll make an extra bonus for you later.
The call has been terminated.
For Sarah, life was hard, but she was grateful nonetheless. That's why she did everything possible to not need anyone... and that's why she hated Amanda, who was just a pretty face for her.
Typical rivalry between closed worlds. Amanda spent what Sarah earned per month per week. Besides, this was an unfair social problem. She hoped her book would sell well and she would be able to support herself.
The other day, she had a brief argument with Amanda and her entourage of followers and sycophants.
“Look at the hillbilly who doesn't know how to dress, doesn't have money, blah, blah, blah” scolded Amanda's brainless friends, with the postures of teenagers in high school instead of adult behavior as expected.
- Sarah, you work, where are your fashionable clothes, see.
- I wasn't born rich Amanda, so I fight to survive and I don't care.
- Companies pay a lot of attention to the visual appearance of candidates, you know?
- I know. But that's not my priority at the moment.
- Ah... I have my life already made, hahaha....
-Obviously Amanda.
- One thing, see: stay away from my boyfriend Roberth. You can't like what I can do...
- Spare me your silly threats, Amanda. Your boyfriend doesn't interest me. My focus is on my studies and work, girl. Your prince charming only loves you
- Don't think I didn't see your mockery. And may it continue to stay away from the boys in the league. bumpkin!
- Amanda, continue your mediocre life and leave me alone! Your life doesn't interest me.
Amanda left after this response, after giving Sarah a confused look. That she sighed...
Returning to the present, she was sitting relaxing in the little square while trying to de-stress...
Roberth stood there watching Sarah in a much prettier outfit, taking off the little cloth muffs she usually wore. This gave her an idea for a joke/prank that would even be cool for her.
He soon put together an action plan for her that would consist of three steps. The first stage would be the approach, joke stage and then the shopping stage.
Soon he smiled, some fun on the way was what he needed. When he got out of the car, he stood there analyzing the young woman.
For a woman, Sarah was beautiful, a rustic beauty. I always saw her passing by with her books in the university hallway or working in the cafeteria at a distance.
She was wearing the blue floral dress, typical of summer. It was a classic, but you could see that Sarah must have won it or bought it at a thrift store. She let go of her long blonde hair and that awakened something in Roberth's heart before he even knew it!
However, he approached and appeared in front of her, having fun...
- Look, the nerd got an upgrade!
- Oh no... here comes the annoying one to disturb my day off... let's go Roberth!
- Calm down, nerd, I paid you a compliment...
He soon became angry...
Roberth had touched a nerve for Sarah. out of bounds, causing her to roll her eyes at him mockingly.
-You are so superficial...Roberth, you have everything in hand.
- Yes, I have Sarah. But today I'm feeling generous enough and decided to do a charity, a favor for you
- What? – said Sarah in disbelief – you what?
- Let me explain better. I decided to help you; Let's buy you some nice clothes. I saw and heard a lot of the teasing that the girls made of you. There at the university.
Sarah collapses, stunned.
- Is this a joke?
- No, it's not a joke, nerd. you will need cool clothes for when you go for job interviews.
- Did you and Amanda agree on this?
- Of course not. I decided to do good for you because I wanted to, Sarah.
- Right.
Sarah accompanied Roberth to the car, but she was unsure because of Amanda.
- Does your girlfriend know about this? That you were trying to help another woman?
- Amanda and I are not boyfriends. I'm just spending time with her and she tends to buy things all the time.
- Thank you then - she said shyly - I promise that no one will ever know about your good deed... I don't want your girlfriend on my case for that.
Roberth gave a slight smile. To him, Sarah didn't look so bad from this new angle.
- No problem, thank you for your discretion. I hope my gift helps in your future.
She nodded, embarrassed. On the way, they talked a lot, getting to know each other better, and to Roberth's surprise, Sarah's taste in clothes was very refined, rich...
Sarah chose fun outfits and timeless classic formal wear. He was confused. The purchases totaled ten thousand dollars. For him it was change, but for her it was almost a year's salary...
She cut her hair a good length, bought makeup, a new Macbook, bought books for about six months of non-perishables, and Roberth was very insistent, donating almost sixty thousand dollars to her account. The day had amused them both. Roberth promised a trip to a cafe far from the university. Sarah agrees.
The person who wouldn't like it is Amanda. Someone in her class had seen it and had already called her.
The situation was not at all calm when Amanda received the text with a not-so-nice photo. And then you receive the same on your fake Snapchat. She drops her creams and skin care products on the floor due to her nervousness and anger at the situation.Roberth appears by surprise, and she wants to hit him. He makes her sit down and calm down. She screams demanding explanations.- Amanda, I already told you. I did the girl a favor. And another, I need to show my father that I am capable of being “good” or I will lose my future. Please, no hysteria.- So many people, institutions and you help this poor thing?- It was the best option. Believe! Everything will conspire in my favor...Amanda was still sulking minus seventy thousand dollars worth of jewelry in her hands. But I soon knew there would be more. She wanted so much more.Sarah woke up the next day excited. When he looked in the mirror, he hadn't recognized himself in so long. She looked like the bright girl she used to be before h
Anthony thought he was on top of the situation when the Italian signed the contract. Soon after, he began to think. The email you requested from your son arrived soon. I was amazed analyzing the expenses. For a billionaire like him, seventy thousand dollars was money to play with, but he always acted cautiously. everything in his life was an investment. Paulo Carsini calls asking for a surprise meeting, and doesn't say what it was. Carsini arrives with a seriousness that Anthony has never seen before. he had decided to talk about something special that would need the help of his new and "trustworthy" friend. Anthony asks the housekeeper to bring coffee and half an hour later a tray is served for both of them. Carsini sighs and drinks his coffee. Anthony then takes the lead. -So my friend, what good winds bring you to my house so soon? - If you knew... you would be sad. or maybe even disappointed in me. - What you mean? - One of the reasons for me coming to the United States is no
For Sarah, the situation was a dead end, dark, most likely she had gotten involved with the mafia or by mistake some crazy client had kidnapped her...hyperventilating or something like that. I still didn't really know where I was and it wouldn't be wise to make any sudden moves regarding what was coming.Whispers aside, Sarah began to lightly eat breakfast. I hoped I wouldn't be poisoned or similar, full of fears because of what I saw in the newspapers or on TV. The coffee was divine and the breads were soft... if it was some bad joke, at least they knew how to make some snacks and breakfast.A woman dressed in a classic formal dress appeared and began bringing papers and placing them next to the table where Sarah was seated. She observes the girl and her delicate manners, being amazed at the young woman's education and finesse.Paulo was excited to see the girl. After taking a deep breath, he rings the doorbell and a door opens. A hallway and a half separated the office from the room
As she fell into a sitting position, with the dossier in her hands, Sarah couldn't help but cry. She felt disgusted, used, mistreated... her poor mother died without knowing that her daughter was alive, her father was there in front of her...- Answer me, why didn't you go after me then? I could have gotten my custody.- It was very difficult, Sarah, believe me. The doctors were paid to keep quiet, and his adoptive parents were constantly moving back and forth. It would be very difficult to find you. Until my father advised me to gather evidence and wait. I thought I would never get a chance to see you. But like all Carsini, you have a strong spirit. Just like Margareth, your grandmother. She will adore you. I know it will never make up for all the suffering you've had, but I 'm here and now, and you'll have my support to bring justice to those who mistreated you your whole life...Sarah was trying to understand what that meant. She was never loved by them, she was always used and mis
Paulo returns to the mansion and is informed that his daughter had woken up and fallen asleep again. He sits at home and begins to evaluate his options.Sarah was sitting in the living room, already dressed and prepared. She wanted to talk to Paulo about her situation and how things would be. She wanted to return to college and her job. However, Paulo had decided otherwise.He would propose and change things in Sarah's life that she wouldn't even imagine. And in this way, he would redeem himself in memory of his beloved Isabella. Sarah imagined that there would be a price for having her father finance her. She knew a lot about business, and her grandfather had taught her well.Such prizes don't come for free. She thought.Paulo had looked at many things over the past twenty years and had rehearsed his words, but he couldn't say anything. She decided to speak first due to the strange silence in the room and then asked."Paulo, I still don't feel comfortable with you.""I know, daughter
For Sarah it was time to do the best in the world both for herself and for others. It was time to color everything, to show that the real Sarah Cárdenas was unknown to everyone.She chose a red mermaid dress and elegant shoes. It wasn't the clothes he bought with Roberth, it was from his own personal collection that he didn't get rid of when he was younger. She had an elegant hairstyle and soft makeup, highlighted only by red lipstick in a shade darker than her dress.She was dressed elegantly but a little more daringly. She was going to have fun at the expense of Amanda and her gang of no-brainers. She was a worthy rival, if not prettier. She smiled confidently. He just took the notebook in its standard binder and called the driver. He put on a coat of a similar color and confidently entered the room.With a cheeky smile, she calculated that in less than half an hour Amanda would already know about the mysterious blonde in the journalism wing. The boys smiled and the girls looked sid
Sarah's smile had been wide and bright since she returned from lunch and arrived at her house. She started thinking about how everything had changed so suddenly, and found herself with new people in her life in less than fifteen days, and even the guy who almost ran her over started going out with her on friendly outings. Things were now closer to when his grandfather was alive.Lunch with Roberth had been incredible. Apparently, he wasn't the arrogant he appeared to be, he was a person who needed to learn how to really have fun. This was funny to her.Saturday dawned, and another lunch was scheduled. Roberth sent Amanda off saying he was going to have lunch with a friend, and then he was going to see Sarah. His heart began to pound for her, imagining that she would be okay if she stayed longer. And it would be able to develop.Sarah arrived minutes late at the agreed location, looking stunning, with a small handbag. And loose hair.She apologized and sat down, embarrassed.- Hey- Hi
It was obvious that Sarah wasn't so happy about reliving that dark and difficult time that still left wounds in her heart, Roberth thought, but he wanted to know. I needed to know and how to proceed. I would comfort her.Sarah looked at him and continued.- You know, I had my grandfather as a hero to me. My grandmother didn't like it, it felt like I was stealing something, but I didn't care. When I stayed at my parents' house, I was treated like a maid, and the days were cold and dark for me. “My brothers” had everything they wanted, financially speaking and they were entitled to everything, love, affection... with me it was mistreatment and dirt. The betting even started. Gambling and addictions. I felt like this was going to go bad. They started wanting to auction me off, to get money. – Sarah stopped, crying – she was humiliated every day, and I discovered that they ended my grandfather's fortune. He died a few months later, of heartbreak. My grandmother can't stand it. He took med
She couldn't respond due to the shock. Her father had never mentioned this. Marrying the popular boyfriend of the most desired girl at the university? That was very difficult for her.Roberth looked incredulously at his father. What did all this mean? And he was nervous; his father maintained a half-smile, his power of persuasion was frightening. Pieces were falling into place. It was like seeing a reflection of himself, only enhanced.Sarah looked at her father, who, without taking his eyes off her, was printing documents and stapling with precision.The atmosphere in that room had grown much colder.Anthony looked at Sarah and continued to speak.- This deal will be advantageous for all of us.- Advantageous? What do you mean? You want to force two people to marry because of money – Sarah said, already losing patience with it.- Sarah, let me explain. You were the beloved granddaughter of Luiz Cárdenas. The daughter of your grandfather's most cherished daughter. You led a quiet life
Camille saw them holding hands and laughed. She knew that soon there would be trouble if she spread gossip. She took pictures and giggled, aware of the scandal Amanda would create about it.Everything was confusing and chaotic for them. Roberth followed Sarah in his car, heading to her father's office.He didn’t understand what Sarah’s father wanted with him.There were things he still didn’t know. Not everything had been said.Sarah was serious; her father’s call indicated urgency to get to the office. Emergency meetings like this were common, as it was expected that she would learn the family business.Amanda woke up with a terrible headache. Checking her phone, she realized it had been almost forty-eight hours since she last heard from Roberth. She didn’t feel good about it. She opened her delivery app and ordered her vegan breakfast. Her mother was a bundle of worries about her husband.Sarah parked the car on the side of the parking lot, followed by Roberth. They both entered the
The day dawned with a lot of brightness, even more than usual. Ironic. Drunken actions are reflections of sober intimate thoughts.This was very true for Roberth.The situation was complicated for him...Roberth woke up at an unusual hour, different from what he was used to. He went through his usual routine and went downstairs for breakfast, grabbing his phone. He was torn between seeking out Sarah to clarify everything or spending the day with Amanda. Nothing was easy.Anthony was already ready for the day and, startled by the seriousness on his son's face, sat down at the table and silently ate his cake.Neither of them exchanged a word about the previous night. But Anthony was intelligent and experienced enough to know that something was wrong.- Son, are you okay?- I'm fine, Dad. I'll stop by the office later to help with the administrative routines.- Alright, son. I hope you do well today.- I'll try, Dad. I just need some time for reflection. I'll be fine.With every minute t
Everything happens for a reason in the universe. There is no clear cause for this.Sarah relaxed in the bath, but she couldn't get Roberth out of her head. The "I" could mean many things in the world for her.As she submerged in the bathtub and came up with her head above water, she began to think. How did it all start? She tossed her hair back and wiped her face with her hand. Roberth had kissed her in a warm way. She had liked it: Amanda could no longer brag about anything. She found the idea of using Roberth to irritate Amanda appealing. But she knew that this would override many things she thought were right.However, it also meant that Amanda would lose a lot. Regarding her reputation as the most desired girl at the university... she could become the one who was betrayed.Anthony was in his office weighing many expenses and putting together a spreadsheet. Many accounts didn’t add up for him. Like his son’s... his own.The only solution was to get everything in order.Anthony need
It was obvious that Sarah wasn't so happy about reliving that dark and difficult time that still left wounds in her heart, Roberth thought, but he wanted to know. I needed to know and how to proceed. I would comfort her.Sarah looked at him and continued.- You know, I had my grandfather as a hero to me. My grandmother didn't like it, it felt like I was stealing something, but I didn't care. When I stayed at my parents' house, I was treated like a maid, and the days were cold and dark for me. “My brothers” had everything they wanted, financially speaking and they were entitled to everything, love, affection... with me it was mistreatment and dirt. The betting even started. Gambling and addictions. I felt like this was going to go bad. They started wanting to auction me off, to get money. – Sarah stopped, crying – she was humiliated every day, and I discovered that they ended my grandfather's fortune. He died a few months later, of heartbreak. My grandmother can't stand it. He took med
Sarah's smile had been wide and bright since she returned from lunch and arrived at her house. She started thinking about how everything had changed so suddenly, and found herself with new people in her life in less than fifteen days, and even the guy who almost ran her over started going out with her on friendly outings. Things were now closer to when his grandfather was alive.Lunch with Roberth had been incredible. Apparently, he wasn't the arrogant he appeared to be, he was a person who needed to learn how to really have fun. This was funny to her.Saturday dawned, and another lunch was scheduled. Roberth sent Amanda off saying he was going to have lunch with a friend, and then he was going to see Sarah. His heart began to pound for her, imagining that she would be okay if she stayed longer. And it would be able to develop.Sarah arrived minutes late at the agreed location, looking stunning, with a small handbag. And loose hair.She apologized and sat down, embarrassed.- Hey- Hi
For Sarah it was time to do the best in the world both for herself and for others. It was time to color everything, to show that the real Sarah Cárdenas was unknown to everyone.She chose a red mermaid dress and elegant shoes. It wasn't the clothes he bought with Roberth, it was from his own personal collection that he didn't get rid of when he was younger. She had an elegant hairstyle and soft makeup, highlighted only by red lipstick in a shade darker than her dress.She was dressed elegantly but a little more daringly. She was going to have fun at the expense of Amanda and her gang of no-brainers. She was a worthy rival, if not prettier. She smiled confidently. He just took the notebook in its standard binder and called the driver. He put on a coat of a similar color and confidently entered the room.With a cheeky smile, she calculated that in less than half an hour Amanda would already know about the mysterious blonde in the journalism wing. The boys smiled and the girls looked sid
Paulo returns to the mansion and is informed that his daughter had woken up and fallen asleep again. He sits at home and begins to evaluate his options.Sarah was sitting in the living room, already dressed and prepared. She wanted to talk to Paulo about her situation and how things would be. She wanted to return to college and her job. However, Paulo had decided otherwise.He would propose and change things in Sarah's life that she wouldn't even imagine. And in this way, he would redeem himself in memory of his beloved Isabella. Sarah imagined that there would be a price for having her father finance her. She knew a lot about business, and her grandfather had taught her well.Such prizes don't come for free. She thought.Paulo had looked at many things over the past twenty years and had rehearsed his words, but he couldn't say anything. She decided to speak first due to the strange silence in the room and then asked."Paulo, I still don't feel comfortable with you.""I know, daughter
As she fell into a sitting position, with the dossier in her hands, Sarah couldn't help but cry. She felt disgusted, used, mistreated... her poor mother died without knowing that her daughter was alive, her father was there in front of her...- Answer me, why didn't you go after me then? I could have gotten my custody.- It was very difficult, Sarah, believe me. The doctors were paid to keep quiet, and his adoptive parents were constantly moving back and forth. It would be very difficult to find you. Until my father advised me to gather evidence and wait. I thought I would never get a chance to see you. But like all Carsini, you have a strong spirit. Just like Margareth, your grandmother. She will adore you. I know it will never make up for all the suffering you've had, but I 'm here and now, and you'll have my support to bring justice to those who mistreated you your whole life...Sarah was trying to understand what that meant. She was never loved by them, she was always used and mis