Chapter 94

A few days later, the lawyer called with long-awaited news.

“The trial will be tomorrow morning,” he informed him in a firm voice. “Everything is ready.”

Augusto thanked him and hung up, his hands trembling. He leaned back in his chair and took a deep breath.

“Tomorrow…” he murmured to himself.

When she heard the news, Patrícia tried to cheer him up but could see how tense he was.

“Why don’t you try to work a little?” she suggested. “Sometimes keeping your mind busy helps pass the ti