Days turned into weeks, weeks turned into months, and months melded into a year as Bruno and Helena moved forward with their lives, maintaining a long-distance relationship. Bruno remained in Paraty, where he took over the family bicycle shop and immersed himself in the business. He dedicated himself to improving the business, expanding the inventory, and attracting new customers. Despite the long working hours and the challenges he faced as an entrepreneur, he was determined to make Nilton's Bike a success.Helena, on the other hand, continued to stay in São Paulo, where she was about to graduate from law school. She also worked at a prestigious law firm in the city, gaining experience in the legal world. She shared an apartment with her friend Lucia, and together, they created a cozy and loving home.Although their lives were in different cities, Bruno and Helena made every effort to keep their relationship strong. They met whenever they had the opportunity, often on weekends, and m

Time passed, and the darkness outside began to transition into a soft shade of blue, signaling the arrival of a new day. They hadn't parted yet. Helena had her head on Bruno's chest, listening to the comforting sound of his heartbeat. She could feel the gentleness of his fingers stroking her brown hair, and with a sad sigh, she closed her eyes and let her hands roam over his chest. With a soft, hoarse voice, Helena broke the silence. "I don't want the day to break, Bruno. I want to stay here with you forever." He kissed the top of her head and caressed her hair. "I do too, Helena." They remained there in silence, sharing those precious moments as the morning advanced. Finally, the sun began to rise on the horizon, casting its golden rays into the room. Bruno sighed reluctantly and said, "We need to get up, Helena. The day has begun." She nodded, still lying in his arms. Reluctant

The frenetic pace of life continued for Bruno and Helena after the end of their relationship. Both of them struggled to stay focused on their professional and academic commitments during the day, but the nights were a different story. It was during these quiet moments, when the city lights dimmed, that their absence from each other became almost unbearable. It was at this moment that they missed each other the most. They used to communicate regularly through text messages, sharing their thoughts, successes, and daily challenges. But now, this channel of communication was closed, and the silence that separated them was deafening. Helena was fully dedicated to the final semesters of her law school and her work at the law firm. She tried to perform her best on both fronts, but there were moments when her mind wandered to Bruno. She often picked up her phone, started typing a message, and then deleted it. The words always seemed inadequate, insu

Helena's big graduation day had finally arrived, a milestone in her educational journey that she had eagerly anticipated. She was radiant, dressed in an elegant red gown that accentuated her natural beauty. Her hair was meticulously arranged in a sophisticated updo, and she wore golden earrings that sparkled with every movement. In front of the mirror, Helena admired herself with a mixture of pride and gratitude for achieving her academic goals. While Helena was immersed in her reflection, a soft knock on her door made her jump slightly. It was Lucia, who was just as excited as she was for the graduation party. “Helena, you look amazing!” exclaimed Lucia, admiring her friend with a warm smile. Helena smiled back, grateful. “Thank you, Lucia. You look stunning too, as always.” The two friends shared a moment of camaraderie before deciding it was time to join the guests. Helena

Helena had graduated and was now practicing law at a law firm in São Paulo. A year had passed, and her life had taken a path that many would consider successful. She was advancing in her career, spending time with Lucia, and trying to move forward, but there was something that always bothered her, a persistent sense of emptiness that seemed not to go away. She wondered if law was really the path she wanted to pursue. Every day was a struggle to find motivation and passion for what she did. One day, she decided to seek answers to her doubts. She got up from her desk and headed to the office of the senior lawyer at the firm, Eduardo Brandão. He was her boss and someone Helena admired. Eduardo looked up when Helena entered his office, a gentle smile lighting up his face. “What can I do for you, Helena?” She hesitated for a moment before finally asking, “Eduardo, what motivates you to be a law