Josias buries his hands in his head as he hears Octavio mention Vernon.“Man, if you didn't mention my dad...”“The guy hates you and you still call him 'dad'.” Octavio wiggles, not understanding.“It's out of respect for my mother. I cut the 'step' when referring to Vernon and João Paulo, to be a real family.” Josias smiles innocently, “Well, it doesn't seem to work. Vernon hasn't spoken to me since I was 'resurrected'.”“Yes, it seems he likes to pester Mrs. Freire.” Octavio ponders.Josias tries to understand, “But Vernon works on the TV news. He has no say in the printed part.”“What does it cost him just to break the news? Surely the story was signed by another journalist.” Octavio makes him understand.“If I know Uélton, he must already be plotting some revenge,” Josias speaks jokingly.******In the afternoon, as agreed, Pamela and Maggie are shopping at the most expensive and exclusive stores in Lagoon City. The growth of upper-class residents demanded stores that cater to the

Melissa leaves the cinema, marveling at the artwork she has seen. She's singing "Run to You" by Whitney Houston. Melissa also remembered that in 1983, when she watched 'Flashdance' with Josias, she could barely pronounce a word in English.But now she sings and pronounces it in impeccable English, surprising Kelvin.“Wow, we will have our singer from Lagoon City.”Melissa giggles, “I'm rocked by the movie. You liked it?”“I liked that the bodyguard shot the idiot who tried to kill our heroine in the face.”Melissa bursts out laughing, “Men...”A few steps behind them, Daryl and Diane were also talking.“And those two, Daryl?” Diane asks, “Can we consider them boyfriends?”“I think so, they just need to figure it out.”“What about us?”Daryl stops in his tracks and stares at Diane. Diane stares back at him anxiously.“Do you want to be my girlfriend, Diane Barbosa?” Daryl asks in an affectionate tone, “I also feel like we just need to formalize our union.”Diane smiles and kisses Daryl

In Teodoro's building, Beto is dissatisfied with the knowledge that Diane is dating Daryl. Pamela notices her ex-husband's jealousy and tries to understand him.“What is it, dear?” She questions him as she breaks the hug, “Something against my cousin dating Daryl Mountain?”Beto shakes his head thinking that no one has noticed, “There's nothing wrong. Diane is an adult and knows what she does.”“Jeez, it feels like I'm entering the drug underworld!” Diane mocks.Carmen senses the awkwardness, “Guys, let's discuss the progress of this place and not personal matters. I need to go to the company as soon as possible.”“Go, Carmen. I have the day off.” Pamela offers herself.“Of course, you have every day free to do nothing!” Beto growls.Diane is bothered by the barbs thrown between the ex-couple. She abruptly pulls out the cash drawer and collects some bills, “I'm going to the grocery store to buy some vegetables for lunch. Excuse me!”“I'll accompany you, Diane. Bye, Pam!”Pamela waves

Diane returns from the grocery store with vegetables for lunch. She finds the lobby empty and the radio playing “Lately” by Jodeci. “Is Pamela already gone? She said she would help me.” Diane heads to the cafeteria to prepare lunch. It's only when the pots are on the stove that Pamela reappears weary and panting as if she's been running a marathon. Diane had no idea that Pamela and Beto were mating like dogs. “Pam! Where were you? I thought you were gone.” Pamela draws in a breath, “I was strolling through the building. I had never seen the reconstructed site up close. When I lived here, there was a communal bathroom here on the first floor.” “Thank God this is in the past.” Diane smiles, “Now every tenant has their own bathroom. Can you help me serve the dishes?” “Yes, let’s feed the tenants. Beto decided to stay in the lobby.” Pamela responds quickly and Diane doesn't notice her guilty tone. ****** Uélton goes to Rocha Hotel. William surprises him by arriving quite late. “W

At Rocha Constructions, Uélton is complaining about William's attitude towards Josias. The friend wasted no time in seeking justice.“Josias, I know that at certain times we will have to behave like a boss and an employee.” Uélton sits in the visitors' seat, “But William doesn't have the right to humiliate me in front of countless workers!”Josias leans back in the presidential chair, “What did my ex-brother-in-law do?”“I had to save my mother's career and visited the office of the dramaturgy director at LCN.” Uélton explains simply, bluntly, “And I did it. Wouldn't you do anything to save your mother?”Josias smiles slightly, “Absolutely.”“Well, when I was happy to do something useful in this world, here comes William wanting to get satisfaction as if I were a mere intern! He wasn't like that when Jock punched my father-in-law.”Josias nods, understanding the situation: William was rude to Uélton because he is Josias's best friend.“Uélton, don't worry about it. We know that you ar