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Written in the Stars CHAPTER 89
The morning sun rays began to seep through the curtains, casting a gentle glow on Helena and Bruno, who were lying in bed after the night of love they had shared. The atmosphere was serene, and both seemed enveloped by a sense of calm and renewal. Helena took a deep breath and broke the silence that filled the room with a soft sigh.“The children really love the house and the farm. They're truly enjoying it. They love being able to sleep in separate rooms. And for them, they'd stay here,” she said, her gaze meeting Bruno's.Bruno looked at Helena with a hopeful gleam in his eyes. “They said that?” He asked.Helena nodded and then continued, choosing her words carefully. “Yes. They are also happy to be near their grandparents. Nilton and Loreta mean a lot to them. I didn't want to deprive them of that.”Bruno agreed, understanding his wife's concerns. “We can make it work. The kids don't need to stay at the farm all the time. We can arrange for them to spend time there, but also keep t
Written in the Stars CHAPTER 90
Life in Paraty, in the eyes of Helena and Bruno, was returning to its familiar rhythm. Bruno was determined to fulfill his promise to his father and, between bike rides, tried to find a buyer for Nilton's Bike shop. Meanwhile, Helena was busy taking care of their children, Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel, and managing the preparations for their move to Cuiabá.In addition to these responsibilities, Helena kept her commitment to her legal practice, albeit on a quieter scale compared to her days in São Paulo. One of her clients, an elderly lady involved in a property dispute, fully trusted Helena to fight for her interests. “I never imagined we'd have to go through all of this,” Helena thought.As they navigated this whirlwind of tasks, Helena continued her quest to find a doctor to perform a vasectomy on Bruno. After several searches and recommendations from local friends, Helena found Dr. Ricardo Delgado, a respected doctor in the Paraty region.It was a sunny day when Helena scheduled t
Written in the Stars CHAPTER 91
The atmosphere in the house was charged with emotion when Bruno and Helena returned after the vasectomy surgery. Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel, the couple's children, eagerly awaited in the living room, holding colorful cards with welcoming messages for their father. The expressions of surprise and affection on the children's faces revealed the love they felt for Bruno.“Surprise, daddy!” exclaimed Isabel, smiling broadly.Bruno, visibly moved, admired the cards. Each of them had drawings, messages, and words of love. He hugged the children, feeling deep gratitude for his family. “You guys are wonderful,” murmured Bruno, fighting back tears.Helena, by their side, smiled at the scene. It was evident that the simple gesture of the children had touched Bruno's heart. The concern about the prophecy hanging over the family seemed to have given way to a moment of lightness and happiness.“Come on, everyone, let's let daddy rest for a bit. He needs to recover from the surgery,” suggested Hel
Written in the Stars CHAPTER 92
The sun had set in Cuiabá, painting the sky in warm shades of orange and pink as the family gathered to face the difficult moment that lay ahead. Loreta's, Bruno's mother, funeral would take place the next day, and the pain of loss hung in the air.In Nilton's house, where everyone had settled, the atmosphere was laden with emotion. Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel played together in the backyard, attempting to lighten the heaviness that hung over the family. Helena and Bruno, even amidst the sadness, exchanged knowing glances as they awaited the arrival of the challenging moment.The next day, the funeral was a testimony of love and respect for Loreta. Nilton and Bruno shared stories illustrating the vibrant life she had led before Alzheimer's clouded her mind. Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel, even without fully understanding the depth of the situation, sensed the heavy atmosphere and stayed close to their parents for comfort.The burial was a silent farewell, each family member placing a f
Written in the Stars CHSPTER 93
The international airport of Cuiabá exuded heat, the scorching sun reflecting on the windows as passengers hurriedly moved about. Helena was anxious, her eyes scanning the crowd emerging from the arrival gate. Finally, after years, she was going to reunite with her brother, Marcelo, and their mother, Regina.Isabel, the eldest, looked at her mother with a curious gleam in her eyes. “Mom, what is Grandma Regina like? Dad said she's difficult to handle.”Antônio, the middle child, grimaced. “He said she's like a snake.”Emanoel, the youngest, laughed and agreed, “A snake, exactly.”Helena bent down to their level, her expression gentle and calm. “You know, kids, we can't judge a person without getting to know them. Let's give Grandma Regina a chance.”As she spoke, she spotted the arrivals, and her eyes met Marcelo's, her brother, running towards her with a radiant smile. He was eager to hug her, expressing how much he missed her.“Missed you, sis!” Marcelo said, his eyes shining with j
Written in the Stars CHAPTER 94
The kitchen was filled with the enticing aroma of lunch that Helena was preparing while Regina and Marcelo remained in the living room with their children, Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel. Regina fanned herself with a handkerchief, even with the air conditioning on at the lowest possible temperature. Marcelo, beside her, tried to calm her down.“Cut it out, Mom. You're going to freeze everyone with the air conditioning on full blast,” Marcelo said, attempting to defuse the situation.Regina, with an uncomfortable expression, retorted, “It's impossible; I feel like I'm on fire. Helena could have chosen any place to settle down, and she picks this end of the world.”Marcelo, trying to reassure her, said, “Mom, please, stop it. We're fine, and Helena is treating us very well.”Isabel, the eldest, intervened with her precocious wisdom. “You're wrong, Grandma. The end of the world is Cape Horn in Chile.”Regina, looking at her granddaughter with disdain, replied, “And since when do you, a chi
Written in the Stars CHAPTER 95
Helena was busy with household chores in Cuiabá, but at the same time, she kept a watchful eye on her mother Regina's interactions with everyone around. Unfortunately, Marcelo, her brother, had already returned to São Paulo, leaving their mother with Helena.On a sunny day, the kids—Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel—came home from school, radiating excitement, ready to share their daily experiences with their mother. They rushed inside, as usual, eager to report everything they had learned, but were interrupted by Regina, who scolded them for disrupting the soap opera she was watching.“How dare you come in shouting while I'm watching my soap opera?” Regina complained, annoyed.Isabel, sensing the situation, stepped back and apologized, “Sorry, Grandma.”Regina's dissatisfaction seemed endless. She stood up and raised her hand to strike the girl. The gesture shocked everyone in the room, especially Helena, who entered at that very moment.“Stop!” Helena shouted, interrupting her mother's a
Written in the Stars CHAPTER 96
The sun began to bid farewell on the horizon, painting the sky with gentle shades of orange and blue as Helena parked the pickup truck in the garage. She took a deep breath, feeling the tension of the afternoon still lingering, but seeing her children playing in the garden brought a sense of calm.Isabel, Antônio, and Emanoel ran across the lawn, immersed in their games, oblivious to the challenges the adult world could bring. Helena approached slowly, admiring them. As she joined them, she crouched down to their level.“Do you know how special you are?” Helena began, looking into her children's eyes.The curious gazes of the children fixed on their mother, eager for the conversation. Helena continued with a gentle yet firm voice, “I want you to promise me something. Promise me that you will never let anyone treat you as if you are worth less than you truly are.”Surprised by their mother's request, the children nodded in unison. “We promise, Mom,” Isabel replied, while Antônio and Em
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