Chapter 66

The door of the Avelar mansion burst open as the police hurried in, guided by the precise instructions of the butler, who was waiting for them at the entrance.

"It’s upstairs, in the master suite bathroom," he said, his voice still trembling. "The woman is there."

Augusto, still holding Patrícia in his arms, could barely speak. He just gave a slight nod and watched the men rush upstairs. Patrícia was conscious but scared, clutching her husband’s neck tightly.

Moments later, the polic