The plane landed in Rio de Janeiro under an orange sky, marking the end of the honeymoon and the beginning of a new chapter for Elisa and Eduardo. Upon disembarking, they were greeted by a discreet driver and taken directly to the Castro mansion, now transformed by Elisa's presence into a real home—flowery, light, and quietly elegant.
As he entered, Eduardo looked around and sighed.
I never thought I'd return to this house with such a light heart... he said, looking at Elisa beside him. But now it feels alive... because you're here.
Elisa smiled, placing her purse on the living room sofa.
I've returned different too. And stronger. I'm no longer the woman who first arrived here, silent and invisible. I'm ready to live as Elisa Santos Castro. With love, but with freedom.
Eduardo embraced her from behind and kissed her shoulder.
How lucky I am to be able to call you that again.
