The first time Pamela had fallen in the street, Josias hadn’t been there to see it. Melissa had never mentioned that particular drama to him. But now, he was witnessing the exact same scene firsthand.
Pamela’s mind raced as she lay on the dusty ground. Fabrício wanted her to seduce Josias to clear the path for him with Melissa. Now, Josias was standing over her, his face stamped with genuine concern. Was this the opportunity?
“Josias, don’t worry about me,” Pamela said softly. She knew this trick well: tell a man “don’t worry,” and he’ll do the exact opposite.
“What do you mean, don’t worry?” Josias reached out, his strong hands lifting her off the pavement with effortless gallantry. “Are you hurt? I think Seu Teodoro has a first-aid kit in the lobby.”
Luckily, there were no bloody scr
