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CHAPTER 137
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2024-10-29 19:42:56The atmosphere at the dinner table was one of excitement and familiarity, despite Helena's absence. Bruno, seated at the head of the table, looked proudly at his gathered children: Dante, Isabel, Antonio, and Emanoel. Melissa, his future daughter-in-law, held Sofia in her arms, and there was an air of anticipation for the news that would be shared.
“Well, let's hear it, what's the news?” asked Bruno, casting a warm glance at each of his children.
Dante, always the most outgoing, was the first to speak, with a mischievous smile on his lips. “Well, the biggest news is that Antonio is finally marrying Melissa here!”
Antonio rolled his eyes but couldn't help but smile at Dante's jest. “Are you jealous, then? Because you haven't found someone as wonderful as Melissa yet.”
Dante chuckled, responding in the same lighthearted tone. “Oh, don't worry, brother. I have my charms too.”
Emanoel, quieter, observed t
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Bruno was momentarily surprised by Isabel's confession. His heart filled with a mixture of emotions — surprise, disbelief, and above all, hope. He processed his daughter's words, pondering the meaning behind them.“How do you know that your mother didn't marry Leandro because she still loves me?” Bruno asked, surprised by Isabel's assertion.Isabel looked at him earnestly. “It's easy to see, Dad. I see the way she looks at you and how much she loves,” she explained, trying to convey what she had noticed for a long time.Bruno pondered for a moment before responding. “Helena has always been affectionate with everyone, not just me,” he replied, trying to downplay Isabel's observation.However, Isabel insisted on her perception. “Besides, I overheard the argument between Leandro and Mom the other day. He accused her of stringing him along, saying that if it were you, she would have said yes right away,” s
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The soft music filled the ballroom as Antonio and Melissa, the newlyweds, prepared for their special dance. Antonio held Helena's hand, his mother, tenderly, while Melissa was in the arms of Bruno, her father. The looks of pride and love between the parents and their children reflected the joy and emotion of the moment.With graceful movements, Antonio and Helena began to dance, spinning gently across the ballroom as they smiled at each other. It was a moment of deep connection between mother and son, a celebration of the special bond they shared.Meanwhile, Melissa and Bruno glided across the dance floor, their harmonious steps reflecting the happiness and harmony of their relationship. Despite having been husband and wife in the past, they shared a mutual affection and respect, supporting their son in this special moment.After the first dance, Antonio and Melissa gathered in the center of the dance floor, ready to continue the celebration. With radiant smiles
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***Bruno was lying on his bed at the farm, lost in his own thoughts, when a female voice called out his name, interrupting the night's silence. He quickly got up, surprised by the unexpected presence, and walked through the house in search of the source of the voice. His heart was beating faster as he approached the entrance of the house, and when he finally reached the spot, his eyes met Helena's.She stood there, facing him, wearing nightclothes, an ethereal figure in the dimness of the night. The surprise on Bruno's face was evident as he stared at her, trying to understand the reason for her untimely visit.“Helena... What are you doing here? And where is Leandro?” Bruno asked, his voice tinged with confusion and curiosity.Helena met Bruno's gaze, her expression revealing a mixture of determination and vulnerability. “I couldn't sleep... I need to talk to you,” she replied, her voice soft echoing in the night's silence.
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Bruno stood on the doorstep, perplexed by the sudden appearance of the mysterious woman. He furrowed his brow, trying to understand how she knew where he lived and what she was doing there.“How do you know where I live? And what are you doing here?” he asked, his voice sounding cautious.The woman smiled enigmatically, her lips painted red curving into an intriguing smile.“Oh, Bruno, always so direct,” she said, her voice soft and melodious. “You told the investigator to send me to you. The gypsy you've been searching for so long, the one who has the answers you seek.”Bruno became even more confused by the woman's enigmatic words. He took two steps out of the house, approaching her cautiously. His eyes ran over the woman's exotic attire, her sparkling jewels catching the sunlight.“I don't understand,” he admitted, his expression a mix of curiosity and suspicion. “What do you mean by answers?
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