LOGINHenrique slowly turned his head back. His eyes were not human; they were daggers of ice pointed at Axel's throat.
“Did you look?”
The question was simple, but it carried a death sentence.
Axel backed away, leaning against the opposite wall, his legs wobbly.
“If I hadn't looked, how would I have known it was my sister-in-law?!” Axel defended himself, his voice weak. “For God's sake, Henrique, are you going to be jealous of that now? I didn't see any
When Helena left the Ballmer mansion that morning, she was driving the sleek, understated black Audi that Henrique had arranged especially for her.Given the recent explosive negative media coverage sparked by Camila’s gossip, it would be asking for trouble—or even a public lynching—if she tried to take the crowded Araraquara subway today.On the way back to the Platinum Palace, her mind buzzing with strategies for tomorrow’s press conference, Helena felt exhausted but euphoric.Taking advantage of the calm traffic on the highway, she excitedly tested the secret military-grade autonomous driving feature that the Chief had installed. After confirming the route and the mansion’s location on the built-in GPS, she let go of the steering wheel.The car took control with ghostly, perfect smoothness. Helena let out a sigh of wonder, leaned back into the luxurious soft leather seat, opened the World Entertainment do
However, Helena’s heart tightened inexplicably. The thought of packing her bags and leaving the Ballmer mansion—leaving behind the warm dinners, the laughter with Mateo, and Henrique’s deep gazes on quiet nights—made her chest ache.Helena bit her lower lip, looking a little torn and worried.“Ms. Johnson, thank you so much for the company’s generosity. But… I might not be able to move for now.”Hailey’s eyes narrowed dangerously behind her black-framed glasses. She shot her a look that seemed capable of freezing water.“Why not? Do you have a boyfriend?”Realizing the lethal tone in Hailey’s voice and noticing that the businesswoman had completely misunderstood, Helena’s eyes widened and she waved her hands frantically.“No! No, of course it’s not because of a boyfriend!” I’m living with your billionaire Big Boss!, she screamed me
As she opened the door and stepped into the room, Helena felt as though her eyes had finally been cleansed. She had almost been blinded by the “nouveau riche” decor of the lobby, whereas this office was the absolute opposite: predominantly in shades of black, white, and gray, decorated in a minimalist, stark, and sharp style. Just like its owner.Seated behind an imposing tempered glass desk was a woman in her thirties, wearing thin black-framed glasses and an impeccable champagne-colored tailored suit. She exuded the aura of an ice queen of the corporate world.Helena stopped three steps from the desk, standing tall and confident.“Hello. I’m Helena. I’m here to introduce myself for the job!”The woman stopped typing on her laptop and folded her hands on the desk.“Hello, Helena. As of today and this very moment, I am your official manager, Hailey Johnson.” — The woman got straight to the point, without any polite smiles. — I’m sure you’ve already
“By the way, Helena…” Axel suddenly changed the subject, realizing that the discussion about Instagram was going nowhere and that his brother would give him a death stare if Helena found out she was his “sister-in-law.” “Your new official manager at World Entertainment has already been chosen and confirmed!”As expected, Helena’s attention was immediately piqued. Her career was her number one priority.“Really?!” Her eyes sparkled with anticipation. “Who is it? Who did the department assign to me?”Axel smiled mischievously, holding his chopsticks in the air.“Hehe… I’m not going to tell you! It’s confidential! Unless… unless you solemnly promise to cook another full meal for me next weekend!”Axel seemed to be on cloud nine, happy to keep her in suspense, with an expression that practically begged to be beaten.Helena narrowed her eyes, shot him a look of deep disdain, and, ignoring him completely, turned to the man who truly ruled the empire. She rested her chin in her hands and win
Ignoring the tension between the brothers, Helena raised an eyebrow, a defiant smile curving her lips.“Oh, really, Young Master Axel? Do you think the stomach doesn’t matter? Open your mouth.”“Wh—”Before he could finish, Helena grabbed the chopsticks, picked up a perfectly caramelized piece of sweet-and-sour pork ribs, and shoved it with surgical precision into Axel’s mouth.Axel’s eyes widened in panic.“Hmm! What did you shove in my mouth?! Witch! Is that poison?!” He was about to spit the piece into his napkin, but in a split second, his taste buds sent an electric shock to his brain.His expression of panic instantly melted into one of pure ecstasy.“Holy Mother of God…” Axel murmured, chewing slowly. “Is… is this sorcery?! The crust is so crispy on the outside, but the meat just melted on my tongue! The seasoning… it’s an explosion! Damn, this is absurdly delicious! How can it be this good?!”Helena crossed her arms over her chest, satisfied with her victory, and tilted her he
- Brother, do you care about justice or not? Those two brats from your family trespassed on my sacred property and stole the vegetables from my garden! My “babies”!Henrique looked at his brother indifferently, his arms still protectively wrapped around Helena. His reply was short, cold, and as sharp as ice.- I was the one who told them to do that.Axel froze. The betrayal by his own blood was too painful. He looked from Henrique to Helena, who was peeking from behind his back with a provocative smile.“Just as I expected…” Axel muttered, shaking his head in feigned despair. “Behind spoiled children, there’s always an even more spoiled father!”He puffed out his chest, feigning authority.“You’re something else, Henrique! But I don’t care about your orders! Give my children back to me right now!”Helena craned her neck from behind Henrique, her smile widening.“I&r







