Mundo ficciónIniciar sesiónPatrícia married Augusto Avelar while he was in a coma, never imagining that when he awoke, he would change her life forever. Over time, her heart surrendered to this powerful and enigmatic man, but the past refuses to leave them in peace. Estela, the determined ex who wants him back, will do everything she can to separate them. Amid challenges, intrigues, and a love that was born unexpectedly, Patrícia and Augusto must fight to discover whether their marriage has a future—or if it has been doomed from the very beginning.
Leer másChapter 99Five years later…The morning began lazily on the veranda of the big house, the smell of fresh coffee blending with the soft scent of the garden flowers. Patrícia was cutting slices of cake for the children’s snack while her mother, sitting in the rocking chair nearby, watched the yard with a serene smile on her face.“Did I tell you about your sister?” her mother asked. Patrícia shook her head. “She left everything behind and went off to Italy with that rich guy. Didn’t even say a proper goodbye.”Patrícia laughed with a touch of irony.“Rich guy… who, by coincidence, was Estela’s father. Life really has these twists, Mom.”“I still can’t believe it. That girl always said she didn’t care about rich men, that she wanted true love… One visa and a European passport later, and she forgot everything.”“She went for luxury, Mom. But I’m not sure she’ll find peace. That man… well, Estela was who she was. And he… apparently, learned nothing.”Her mother sighed, looking up at the s
Chapter 98The car had barely stopped in front of the maternity hospital when Augusto had already jumped out, calling for help. Nurses came with a stretcher, and Patrícia was quickly taken inside. She was still having strong contractions but tried to stay calm, holding tightly onto Augusto’s hand.“I’m here, I’m not leaving your side,” he promised, kissing her forehead.After a few hours of effort, sweat, and emotion, the soft cries of the newborns filled the delivery center. A pair. A strong boy and a serene girl. Patrícia cried with emotion, and Augusto could barely contain his proud smile as he held both babies in his arms—his children, the renewal of hope.The next morning, Patrícia was already in her maternity room, the babies sleeping in their cribs beside the bed, when the door slowly opened. Her mother came in first, eyes glistening with tears, followed closely by her grandfather, pushed by a caretaker in his wheelchair. The old man’s eyes lit up at the sight of his great-gran
Chapter 97More than two months had passed since Estela’s tragic death, and the trial that had been postponed was finally beginning. The courtroom was packed. On one side, the Avelar family was gathered: Augusto with a firm expression, Patrícia sitting beside him, discreetly holding his hand, and Rafael with tense, attentive eyes. On the other side, Estela’s father, his face closed off, wearing a dark suit, radiating grief and anger.The judge entered, followed by the prosecutor and the defense attorney. After the initial proceedings, the first to testify was Estela’s father.He walked to the podium with slow, heavy steps, and when he began to speak, his voice was loaded with emotion and rage.“Augusto Avelar killed my daughter. He pushed her. He had motives, he felt hatred. She was intense, yes, but she was my little girl. And this man destroyed our family!”A murmur ran through the audience. Patrícia closed her eyes for a moment, feeling the weight of the pain and injustice in that
Chapter 96The next morning, the Avelar Corp building was surrounded by police cars and crime scene tape. No employee was allowed inside. The movement of forensic experts and officers in the lobby drew the attention of passersby, and some curious onlookers gathered across the sidewalk, whispering and taking photos with their phones.Pamela arrived early, as usual, but was stopped at the entrance.“Sorry, miss,” the security guard said, his expression serious. “The police have closed the building. No one gets in until further notice.”“But I work here. I’m the administrative director.”“Orders from the police, miss. The forensic team is collecting evidence, and the floors are being inspected.”---Meanwhile, across the city, Rafael and his father were on their way to the company when they received a call from one of their lawyers.“The forensic team is still collecting the records,” the lawyer said on the other end of the line. “The experts have already found the bullet lodged in the o
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