In the Rocha penthouse, Melissa is standing next to the radio that plays "One" by U2.Elza approaches her from the kitchen, "Lilian is preparing sponge cake. When it is ready, she’ll call us. Let’s talk, my daughter-in-law?"Melissa and Elza each sit on a couch."I don’t know until when you can call me daughter-in-law." Melissa is sorry.Elza wiggles with disgust, "I will tell you straight away that I will accept no other in your place. Josias has enough trouble getting two children out of wedlock. I’m praying he won’t marry any of the mothers.""Can we call them 'mothers'?" Melissa narrows her eyes, "Both are hopeful of using their children to trap Josias into a profitable marriage.""Daughter, I am very ashamed." Elza comments, "You know I have always supported my son in everything, but now...""Elza, I don’t want you to hate your son." Melissa smiles softly, "I understand what a mother’s heart is like. We go through extreme situations with unexpected results. Ten years ago I never

Melissa opens the door and welcomes Vernon and Elza."Good night, Elza." She glares at Vernon, "If you're going to look like that, go away, or join William on the balcony. Don't spoil the party!""You know the reason for my displeasure, more than anyone." Vernon insists on holding a grudge."He'll behave, honey." Elza pokes her husband's shoulder.Melissa decided to answer the door in hopes of seeing Josias.João Paulo approaches her, "It's already six forty in the evening. Josias couldn't have taken that long, his apartment isn't far!"Melissa takes a deep breath, "You know what I'm starting to think, John? Josias has decided not to come. He's too embarrassed to face his family and friends because of the other girl."Joao Paulo wiggles, "Do you want to send Ernesto to go after him?"Before Melissa responds, she sees the elevator open and sees Carmen, Tiago, Igor, Pamela, Miguel, and Rosemary approach."Look, the owner of the penthouse is already at the door." Tiago jokes."That means

Ironically, the song playing on the radio was “Theme From Dying Young” by Kenny G.Vânia makes space between the others and approaches Adolfo who has a murderous look, ready to shoot Vernon from the 25th floor.“Honey, please, I don't know what that idiot said. He has already recanted, so let him live, please!”Elza clings to Josias's tuxedo, “Son, tell him to let go of your stepson, please!”“Dad, it's not worth it!” Benjamin begs him.“Uncle Adolfo!” Josias orders in that imperial tone everyone knows, “Not in front of the kids!”Adolfo smiles devilishly, understanding Josias's message: don't kill Vernon in front of the children, kill him when no one is watching!So he gets Vernon safe and sound in the penthouse and lets him go. Vernon runs into the penthouse, pale as a ghost and shaking like a green stick.“Thank you, Josias!” Elza thanks her son without understanding what he says.João Paulo has a suspicion when he goes back inside and finds that the children weren't watching.“Hey

Outside the Family Court, Melissa and her attorney head downstairs. The day is gloomy, overcast, and threatening to rain, matching what had just happened.“Thank you so much for the assistance.” Melissa kindly thanked the lawyer.“It was a pleasure to serve you, Miss Campos.” The lawyer almost pronounces 'Mrs. Rocha', but corrects himself in time.“Melissa!”Melissa stops at the bottom step of the stairs and turns around. Josias is hurrying down to catch up with her.“You shouldn't have given up the penthouse. Where are you going to live?” Josias asks worriedly.“In my parents' house, until I find another home,” Melissa responds calmly.Josias is surprised by Melissa's tranquility. Wasn't she supposed to be crying, screaming, yelling, cussing him bad names, and threatening to cut his berries?“I want to be together to tell our children.” Josias decides with a serious look.“For sure. I swore before the judge that I was not going to do parental alienation.” Melissa smiles lightly.Josi

In Josias's office, he and Melissa are tasked with the arduous task of telling their children that they will no longer live together as a family.“What happened, father?” Alan asks curiously.“Alan and Caroline: Most of all, I want you both to know that I will always love you.” Josias begins.“I love you too, Daddy.”“Me too!” Caroline speaks with a graceful smile, making Melissa's heart flutter.“That's great.” Josias kneels next to them, “Unfortunately, we are no longer living together.”“Are you going to heaven again, Daddy?” Caroline asks.“No, little girl. Mom and Dad will no longer live as husband and wife. You will live with Mom, Grandpa Simeon, Grandma Dora, and Great-Grandpa Carlos.”Alan frowns, “What about Uncle Will?”“Uncle Will is getting another house,” Josias responds, and to his surprise, Alan sighs in relief.“Did you and Mom fight, Dad?” Alan asks.Melissa responds in his place, “Unfortunately, we can't live together anymore, son. What matters is that we love you an