New York, 8 years earlier
Anthony looked at the clock in the living room. Your son Roberth was too expensive! The university threatened to suspend him for lack of commitment. This bothered him a lot and left him at peace. However, he decided to take action, he could no longer tolerate Roberth's disrespect.
Roberth woke up late, with his head throbbing. He was late for his class that day and he knew he was in a lot of trouble, but this type of situation was already common, as he was the type of guy who usually causes terror wherever he goes. And everyone in the city already knew that. There was nothing they could do given the prestige of Roberth's family.Money and power went hand in hand. Robert was late to class, once again. Professor Clark sighed when he saw his favorite student arrive with a disgusted face, looking like he was sick, but it was a hangover. As always, classmates laughed and whispered their conspiracy theories about Roberth, who sits at the back of the classroom and puts on his sunglasses as always. Clark clapped his hands, interrupting everyone's bad jokes and jokes.One two three four. There were still a few dozen left to buy the used notebook seen on sale. Yes, Sarah was counting coins and depositing them at the local bank to swipe the notebook on the card. It was essential to complete her studies, and that was something that made her very nervous. He was always made fun of and humiliated at university because of his almost always modest style. But that was better than putting up with her controlling, narcissistic parents. Fleeing from the far north of the country, Sarah survived on a commercial minimum wage from her part-time job at the cafeteria near the university, it was enough for housing and basic expenses, but there was no more for small luxuries. She was still made fun of for her simple, not-so-fashionable clothes and the combo ended because she was a scholarship student.She was a laughing stock anyway, but that didn't discourage her in the slightest, she would be a journalist and a dancer and would also be a best-selling novel author ! As he passes through the hallway he hears whispers about being tacky and ugly and he doesn't care about it.Roberth makes a face at the coffee that his friend Lucas offers him. - Jesus, this coffee tastes like sulfur! - said Roberth when trying the coffee that Lucas hands him - oh if it was at least a cappuccino, RS- at that time it was the only one I could find. Today your father decided to play tough with you ? What does he want to question? - said Lucas.- I see myself confused, yes. I need to go, I'll call you later.Roberth comes out singing some song while driving at full speed to his house. Everything conspired against his tastes and wishes, being so upset that he didn't even notice the girl crossing the street in a hurry, without observing life he drove at full speed without looking back. and continued on as if nothing was happening. When he saw it he was on top of Sarah who screamed and dropped her books on the floor. She snorts and goes back to get her books and manuscripts. Roberth gets out of the car and says:- Oh, it's not the annoying nerd on the scholarship. You almost dirty my car!-oh no, you're the sickest boy at university. you almost ran me over!-You didn't cross quickly.- Oh yes? It's not my fault if you don't have good vision. I did my best and you end up disturbing me with your fanciful speculations.-Not even!!!!
Sarah leaves huffing and stomping. How dare this guy treat her like that?
After a few days going through some difficult situations, she got the money she needed to buy her used notebook. It wasn't state-of-the-art, but it was decent enough that I wouldn't embarrass myself in class. I could watch and write your books to sell with peace and joy. No one should meddle in your affairs or tear up your notebook pages anymore. Especially the annoying and unhappy Amanda.
She was practically an offeree. She combined her intelligence with a seductive appearance that made people wonder or fall in love with her. It is clear. Always stealing opportunities that competent people could exercise.
Roberth was intrigued for a long time. Amanda slept next to him. Classically the popular case was that the prettiest boy and the most attractive girl at the university were together. his father would soon call him on a very angry call, and he didn't want that... he tried to leave Amanda's room, leaving a note with the usual message...
And he left to go to the office to do his work as his father's heir.
A civilian investigator followed Sarah on her way from work to the alley where she lived, taking photos and taking notes. She didn't even suspect what was to come regarding the future. The incident with Roberth made her sigh. How did everything have to revolve around what the popular man wanted?
In the office there was a mysterious and very elegant gentleman, who wanted to speak to Roberth and his father. He was a big shot in Italy, very rich and wanted to expand his business.
Roberth felt a chill run down his spine. There was a lot of time in Europe and it hurt hearts...
He realized that something very serious was about to happen.
Anthony picked up a memo when the secretary brought the cups of coffee. Roberth wondered if he was the father of an ex-girlfriend who supposedly got pregnant.
Everything made Roberth sigh. His life was not easy.
The big shot began to explain his objectives and intentions there. And he said he was also looking for a lost daughter, who didn't know where she was, and had discovered her existence recently and that's why he was going to stay in the country for a long time, so the trail led there.
Anthony was interested in the story and proposed to help with a sinister plan in mind. The influence of this Italian would open many doors for him, and put his life in order.
Camille looked at the photos taken with her phone and laughed. Amanda, the biggest fool at college, was also betrayed. She was vulgar and hated by the girls at the university. Roberth cheated on her with the most unexpected girl she could think of. It was hard to believe such a thing could happen.She chuckled while fiddling with preparations for her party. To teach Amanda a lesson and mock her arrogance, she was going to display the photos in a slideshow. If Amanda caused a scene, she’d just say that the house belonged to her and she made the rules.“Nothing personal, little Amandinha. Just your arrogance.” Camille opened her laptop and prepared the material she had gathered.She was very happy with what was about to happen.Amanda was going to be exposed to ridicule so she would stop being so foolish and arrogant with her friends and other social classes. Camille planned to reveal everything at the party. It wouldn’t be good.She had stumbled upon Roberth’s interactions with Sarah b
The expensive whiskey that Roberth held on the coffee table of the restaurant was tasteless, perhaps insipid from the tears that had flowed throughout the night. He wondered how his father could propose such an illogical business deal. What rights did he really have? The certainty that his mother wouldn’t show up was an bitter comfort; she would never trade her precious trips to the Caribbean for a sincere conversation with her son. Roberth felt alone, isolated in a world that seemed to have no love to offer. Ironically, he now understood the pain that Sarah carried: the lack of love from her parents.Meanwhile, Amanda, with her financial ambitions, didn’t seem different from her father. Roberth realized that he and Sarah shared more than just the pain of loneliness and lack of affection.Sarah, for her part, arrived home in pieces. The weight of her new reality, marrying the most popular boy at the university, was overwhelming. The cycle was repeating itself, and she felt trapped. Sh
She couldn't respond due to the shock. Her father had never mentioned this. Marrying the popular boyfriend of the most desired girl at the university? That was very difficult for her.Roberth looked incredulously at his father. What did all this mean? And he was nervous; his father maintained a half-smile, his power of persuasion was frightening. Pieces were falling into place. It was like seeing a reflection of himself, only enhanced.Sarah looked at her father, who, without taking his eyes off her, was printing documents and stapling with precision.The atmosphere in that room had grown much colder.Anthony looked at Sarah and continued to speak.- This deal will be advantageous for all of us.- Advantageous? What do you mean? You want to force two people to marry because of money – Sarah said, already losing patience with it.- Sarah, let me explain. You were the beloved granddaughter of Luiz Cárdenas. The daughter of your grandfather's most cherished daughter. You led a quiet life
Camille saw them holding hands and laughed. She knew that soon there would be trouble if she spread gossip. She took pictures and giggled, aware of the scandal Amanda would create about it.Everything was confusing and chaotic for them. Roberth followed Sarah in his car, heading to her father's office.He didn’t understand what Sarah’s father wanted with him.There were things he still didn’t know. Not everything had been said.Sarah was serious; her father’s call indicated urgency to get to the office. Emergency meetings like this were common, as it was expected that she would learn the family business.Amanda woke up with a terrible headache. Checking her phone, she realized it had been almost forty-eight hours since she last heard from Roberth. She didn’t feel good about it. She opened her delivery app and ordered her vegan breakfast. Her mother was a bundle of worries about her husband.Sarah parked the car on the side of the parking lot, followed by Roberth. They both entered the
The day dawned with a lot of brightness, even more than usual. Ironic. Drunken actions are reflections of sober intimate thoughts.This was very true for Roberth.The situation was complicated for him...Roberth woke up at an unusual hour, different from what he was used to. He went through his usual routine and went downstairs for breakfast, grabbing his phone. He was torn between seeking out Sarah to clarify everything or spending the day with Amanda. Nothing was easy.Anthony was already ready for the day and, startled by the seriousness on his son's face, sat down at the table and silently ate his cake.Neither of them exchanged a word about the previous night. But Anthony was intelligent and experienced enough to know that something was wrong.- Son, are you okay?- I'm fine, Dad. I'll stop by the office later to help with the administrative routines.- Alright, son. I hope you do well today.- I'll try, Dad. I just need some time for reflection. I'll be fine.With every minute t
Everything happens for a reason in the universe. There is no clear cause for this.Sarah relaxed in the bath, but she couldn't get Roberth out of her head. The "I" could mean many things in the world for her.As she submerged in the bathtub and came up with her head above water, she began to think. How did it all start? She tossed her hair back and wiped her face with her hand. Roberth had kissed her in a warm way. She had liked it: Amanda could no longer brag about anything. She found the idea of using Roberth to irritate Amanda appealing. But she knew that this would override many things she thought were right.However, it also meant that Amanda would lose a lot. Regarding her reputation as the most desired girl at the university... she could become the one who was betrayed.Anthony was in his office weighing many expenses and putting together a spreadsheet. Many accounts didn’t add up for him. Like his son’s... his own.The only solution was to get everything in order.Anthony need