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In the tranquil atmosphere of the kitchen, Helena and Regina were busy organizing some things when Isabel, Helena's eldest daughter, burst into the room, bringing with her unexpected news.“Hi, Mom!” greeted Isabel, going straight to hug Helena. “Dad just arrived,” she announced, her voice laden with surprise.Helena looked up at Isabel, surprised by the news.“Are you sure?” she asked, seeking confirmation.Isabel nodded.“Yes, I am,” she confirmed, with conviction.At that moment, the kitchen door swung open again, revealing the figure of Bruno. His eyes met Isabel's, and a smile formed on his lips.“Oh, came to announce my arrival already, huh?” he joked, approaching to hug his daughter.Isabel reciprocated Bruno's embrace affectionately.“Of course, Dad,” she replied, tenderly.Regina, observing the scene with a disdainful expression, wasted no time in questioning Bruno's presence in the house.“What are you doing here?” she asked, her voice filled with suspicion.Bruno directed h
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Helena stepped into the house, still reeling from the confusion that ensued after Bruno's unexpected kiss on the veranda. Her heart throbbed with uncertainty as she tried to process the meaning of that contradictory gesture amidst the divorce request.Before she could calm herself, Marcelo's voice echoed in the living room, causing her to turn in his direction. He seemed surprised to see her there, and Helena struggled to maintain a serene expression.“I thought I heard Bruno's voice,” Marcelo commented, approaching.Helena took a deep breath, trying to organize her thoughts in the presence of her brother.“Bruno came to pick up the kids to spend the weekend with him on the farm,” she explained, her voice sounding a bit firmer than she actually felt.Marcelo nodded, seeming relieved to hear that.“It's good that he's at least spending time with the kids,” he observed, his expression thoughtful.Helena agreed, although her mind was still occupied with unanswered questions about Bruno's
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Helena remained in the living room, still stunned by Bruno's revelation of canceling her credit card. Her thoughts were chaotic as she held the living room phone, her fingers white from gripping the device. Marcelo, her brother, stood beside her, watching her with concern.“Are you sure about this, Helena?” Marcelo questioned, his expression mirroring the confusion he felt.Helena nodded slowly, not taking her eyes off the phone.“Yes, Marcelo. The attendant confirmed that Bruno canceled my card,” she replied, her voice laden with disbelief.Before they could continue, Regina, Helena's mother, entered the room, noticing the tense atmosphere.“What's going on here?” Regina asked, frowning as she sensed the heavy atmosphere.Marcelo turned to Regina and briefly explained the situation.“Helen just found out that Bruno canceled her credit card,” he said, with a look of consternation.Helena shot a serious look at Marcelo, silently pleading for him not to say more.“Please, Marcelo, don't
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The weekend sun shone over the farm in Poconé, painting the scenery with golden hues as Bruno and his children enjoyed precious time together. Isabel, Antônio, Emanoel, and Dante ran along the riverbank that meandered through the property, their laughter and shouts echoing through the tranquil landscape.Bruno watched his children with a mix of joy and melancholy. That weekend had been wonderful, but behind the facade of fun, his mind couldn't help but think of Helena. The upcoming week would bring crucial decisions, marking the end of his marriage and altering the course of their lives forever.As the little ones played in the water, Bruno let his mind wander to happier memories. He found himself back on his honeymoon with Helena, on the tranquil waters of Paraty, where time seemed to stand still, and the world was just theirs.Suddenly, a thunderous sound broke the serene air. A gunshot echoed through the valley, causing Bruno to abruptly rise from the riverbank. His heart raced as
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The sun rose over the farm in Poconé as Bruno and his children prepared to return to Cuiabá after their weekend together. The atmosphere was serene, but there was an underlying tension, especially after the encounter with Graciliano by the riverbank.Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel helped pack the car while Bruno finalized the preparations for the journey back. The air was filled with a mixture of anticipation and concern as they prepared to leave the farm behind.As they drove back to Cuiabá, Bruno glanced at his children in the back seat, feeling the weight of the conversation he needed to have with them. He knew he couldn't let Helena know about the incident with Graciliano; it would only worry her more and could harm his relationship with the children.“Kids,” Bruno began, his voice sounding calm yet firm.“I have a favor to ask of you.”Isabel turned in her seat, her eyes filled with curiosity.“What favor, Daddy?” she asked, eager to know what it was about.Bruno took a deep breath
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Helena finally arrived home after the consultation with the lawyer. Her steps were heavy, laden with the weight of decisions she needed to make as she crossed the threshold of the door and entered the living room.There, she found her mother Regina and her brother Marcelo engrossed on the television, a welcome distraction amidst the turmoil she was facing. Regina looked up as Helena entered, her face expressing concern.“How was it with the lawyer?” she asked, her voice filled with anticipation.Helena sank onto the couch with a tired sigh. “It was... fine,” she replied, running a hand through her tangled hair. “I hired him to represent us in the hearing.”Regina nodded, a glint of determination in her eyes.“I hope he's competent enough to ensure that your ex-husband pays for what he did,” she said, her voice tinged with resentment.Helena looked at her mother, concern reflected in her eyes.“I just want all of this to be over soon,” she confessed, her voice choked with emotion. “I w
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Helena felt a knot form in her stomach as she left the children in the room and returned to the living room, where Marcelo and Regina awaited her with worried expressions. She tried to smile to reassure them, but the pallor of her face betrayed her true agitation. Regina wasted no time in questioning her.“What happened, Helena?” she asked, her voice laden with concern. “Are you okay?”Helena took a deep breath, trying to remain calm under the growing pressure. “It was just a fainting spell,” she replied, forcing a smile. “I'll grab something to eat in the kitchen, maybe it'll help.”As she walked away toward the kitchen, Helena felt Marcelo's eyes on her. He followed her quietly, knowing that something else was bothering his sister.“You're terrible at lying, Helena,” Marcelo said when they were alone in the kitchen, his voice serious.Helena filled a glass with water, trying to ignore Marcelo's accusation. “Why do you say that?” she replied, avoiding his gaze.Marcelo approached, hi
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Upon hearing this, Bruno was visibly surprised. His eyes widened, and his expression reflected disbelief. He turned to Helena, seeking confirmation.“ São Paulo?” he murmured, unable to conceal his surprise.Helena nodded, maintaining a steady gaze.“Yes, Bruno. It's the best for me and the children,” she replied, her voice firm and resolute.Bruno, visibly bewildered, poured out his words urgently.“Helena, why didn't you mention anything about moving with the children to São Paulo?” he questioned, his voice laden with perplexity and hurt.Helena met Bruno's gaze and responded calmly, though her voice carried a slight tone of hurt.“Just as you also failed to inform me about several things,” she retorted, her determination evident in her words.She had no intention of engaging in a confrontation at that moment, but she was determined to assert her position.The judge, observing the exchange between the former couple, decided to intervene. He turned his attention to Bruno's lawyer, se
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