All Chapters of NIGHT TO DANCE: Chapter 11 - Chapter 16

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

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

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