"Do you remember what day it is today?"
His brows furrowed deeper, impatience flashing openly in his gaze.
"Today is Laica's award ceremony."
"Stay home and behave. I'll come back later."
He left without another glance.
Helena stood still, staring at the empty doorway.
A faint, self-mocking smile touched her lips.
He remembers Laica's big day... but forgot this one.
Five years ago, on this very date, he lit fireworks across the entire city—held her in his arms beneath the dazzling night sky—and whispered solemnly, "Helena, I'll never forget this day. The day you said yes to me."
The villa door slammed shut behind him.
The world fell silent.
Helena stood in the vast, empty living room, then slowly opened the stack of research papers he'd just signed.
At the very last page, hidden beneath the research notes, was a document titled: [Cabrera Group—30% Equity Transfer Agreement (No Compensation)]
And under the recipient, the name signed in bold ink—was hers.
Pulling out her phone, she dialed Henry.
"Brother, it's done," she said, her voice steady. "You can start the full withdrawal."