Realizing that his son was looking at him as if he were Judas, Henrique lost his smile and changed the subject with the skill of a politician.“However,” Henrique continued, raising his voice, "the harmful effects of alcohol consumption far outweigh the benefits. Liver damage, loss of control, safety risks... In addition, you have to drink a very specific amount to get any benefit, which is rare. Therefore, science is on Mateo's side: unless it is truly unavoidable, it is best not to drink.Helena's jaw dropped.Mateo uncrossed his arms and smiled victoriously. Dad was back on the good guys' team.To deliver the coup de grâce and isolate Helena completely, Henrique folded the newspaper and added with the utmost serenity:“In fact, I've been trying to stop drinking lately. For my health and to set an example.”Helena collapsed. She threw her head on the table, defeated, her arms limp at her sides.
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