The days following the marriage proposal were wrapped in a gentle atmosphere, as if the world had entered a state of temporary peace, solely to allow Eduardo and Elisa to enjoy every moment of this new phase.
The Santos family mansion came alive. The garden was prepared once again, this time to welcome close family members and discreet friends, who now knew about the engagement and eagerly awaited a wedding that had once seemed impossible.
But the most moving moment came on a rainy afternoon, when Elisa went to visit Frederico Santos alone. The patriarch was sitting in the leather armchair in his office, looking out the window, as if waiting for her.
I knew you would come, my dear. ... he said with a tender smile. Sit here, I want to look into your eyes.
Elisa obeyed, sitting down in front of him.
You have been very quiet lately.
I've been observing. And learning from my grandson... finally. He chuckled softly. The most stubborn man I've ever seen, until he surrendered to you.
