Episode 17

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Looking at Nestor, Louis felt a strange warmth.

Louis Olid: I think if you really want to marry me, you can't be a pervert.

Nestor Grize: Are you still thinking about the nonsense your brother said?

Louis Olid: That's not it. I'm feeling strange.

Nestor Grize: So, how about you give me an answer in a week? I'll take you to a really nice place, and we'll have lunch or dinner, and you can give me your answer.

Louis Olid: Okay. I think that's better.

Nestor Grize: You seem to like this room, don't you?

Louis Olid: Yes, is this your room?

Nestor Grize: That's right. But you can stay here, I'll be next door. If you need anything, just knock, okay?

Louis Olid: Thank you.

Nestor went down to the kitchen.

Nestor Grize: Mrs. Arlete?

Mrs. Arlete: Yes, sir?

Nestor Grize: Can you make a very special dinner? If you need anything, I'll buy it. But I want several dishes and at least two desserts.

Mrs. Arlete: Yes, sir. I will do all of that. And don't worry, if anything is missing, I'll ask the driver to buy it. You can relax.

Nestor Grize: Thank you very much.

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That same afternoon, Eder didn't go to the company. He refused lunch and sat on the couch while the housekeeper took care of some things around the house. When it was night, Eder felt hungry and went to the kitchen to see what there was to eat. He made himself a sandwich and had a glass of orange juice.

Outside, in the pool area, he decided to eat his snack. Suddenly, his cell phone rang.

Eder Olid: Judite? What do you want?

[Judite Kaldas: I wanted to see you, do you want me to go to your house today?]

Eder Olid: Sorry, I'm very busy.

[Judite Kaldas: I really enjoyed that day. I think we have a lot in common. And you are superior to many men out there.]

Eder Olid: I appreciate the compliment, but I don't have time today. How about on the weekend, huh?

[Judite Kaldas: Yes, of course. I think that's perfect. It's a date.]

The call ended.

Eder stood up to go back to the kitchen and looked at the pool.

Eder Olid: I'm not in the mood for water today either. I know I should... But I think I'll manage.

Eder went to his room and lay down to sleep. Everything was quiet until he felt someone's presence in the house.

Eder Olid: {°Again!?°}

Eder left his room and went to the living room. Suddenly, he noticed a gust of wind coming from Louis's room.

Eder Olid: Louis...

Eder saw the door was open. He went in, and a figure went out the window.

Eder Olid: Was it Louis you wanted?

Eder went out the window and ran after whoever was there.

Head of Security Rafael: Sir?

Eder Olid: Quick! I think it went that way.

Eder and two other security guards surrounded the house, but were unsuccessful in finding the intruder. After finishing the chase, they gathered in the living room.

Eder Olid: I need to know who this person is! This is the second time, that we've at least noticed.

Head of Security Rafael: Sir, we'll try to get some images from the cameras, but from the silent way he entered, it seems to be someone who knows the house.

Eder was surprised

Eder Olid: How so? Someone who knows the house. Everyone who knows the house is here, except for my brother, but this intruder was here with Louis too.

Driver Ralph: I'm sorry I didn't hear anything, sir.

Eder Olid: You must have terrible ears! Your room is outside, this is the second time this has happened, and you never hear anything! Shouldn't I suspect you?

Housekeeper Larissa: Sir, Ralph has been working with us for years. And this has only been happening for a week.

Eder Olid: It doesn't matter! I want to get my hands on this intruder! Do your jobs and find him!

Eder turned his back, stomping his feet, and went to his room.

Eder Olid: That person wanted Louis... I hope he's safe in that house.

Eder's painting was in the corner of the room.

Eder Olid: Louis... It's better this way. Since I'll never be able to forgive you. I won't have to see your ridiculous face smiling for nothing...

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In the morning, at the Olid company, Nestor and Eder entered the elevator at the same time.

Nestor puffed himself up and gave a satisfied smile.

Nestor Grize: Good morning, boss.

Eder Olid: ...Good morning.

A few minutes of silence passed before Nestor spoke up.

Nestor Grize: This morning is really wonderful. I think it will be a very productive day.

Eder Olid: It's just another day. If you think it's going to be very productive, I think you'll have time to analyze the Marketing balance reports.

Nestor Grize: Ah, yes. If you want, have someone put it on my desk. I'll deliver it to you later today, boss.

The elevator opened, and Nestor walked out, oozing happiness.

Eder Olid: Jerk, pervert!

Eder reached the top floor and went in.

Sara Alencar: You're finally here. I hope you don't mind that I waited here. Your secretary let me in.

Eder Olid: Of course not.

Eder sat down

Eder Olid: What do you want?

Solano Freire: What do you mean? I'm here to ask how your first night was?

Eder Olid: Normal.

Sara Alencar: Normal? You mean with your crises?

Eder Olid: I didn't have any crises.

Sara Alencar: See. Your brother's presence really triggered your anger. Then the attacks would come. But, I believe this is temporary. You should continue exercising, and going out with Judite.

Eder Olid: It's useless.

Sara Alencar: What do you mean? Did she displease you?

Eder Olid: I got tired of it, but I didn't feel anything special. It was... very dull. I can feel more satisfied by myself.

Sara Alencar: Eder!?

Eder Olid: You're a professional, aren't you? Why do I have to measure my words?

Sara Alencar: Oh... Right. You're right. So, we have a session tomorrow, okay?

Eder Olid: Yes, until then.

The woman hesitated for a while and saw Eder pick up the phone.

Eder Olid: Patricia, come up to my office now, please.

Eder looked at Sara

Eder Olid: What's wrong?

Sara Alencar: Nothing, I'm going now.

Eder Olid: Bye!

As soon as Sara left, Eder picked up his phone again.

Eder Olid: Come in, please.

Eder's secretary stood in front of his desk.

Eder Olid: Go check your accounts on the HR system. And before you ask me why; I don't like anyone entering my office, my house, my car, or my company without my permission!

Patricia entered, passing the secretary in tears.

Patricia: Yes, sir?

Eder Olid: You will be my new personal secretary.

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