At Rocha Mansion, the controversial chat between Daryl and Josias continues.Daryl was surprised by Josias mentioning some secret of his.“Josias... what secret are you talking about? And even if there was a secret, how did you find out about it?”Josias smirks, “His second question cancels out the first. You just confirmed that you do have a secret.”Daryl breaks into a sweat, “OK, what do you know about me?”Josias leans forward, “I know why you had to adopt Felipe.”Daryl starts to get puzzled, “Josias, have you been researching my heir?”“No, that’s not it.” Josias nods, “I managed to get in touch with Dr. Antenor, a former lab colleague of Dr. Silvana.”“OK!” Daryl gestures, “I got it! You figured it out, huh? And now you’re going to use that to keep me on a leash while you snatch Melissa away from my little br

At Café Montanha, Daryl is irritated by the unusual result of the conversation he had with Josias. He approached the counter.“Can I get you some chamomile tea, Daryl?” Isabel asks gently.“Please, Isabel.” Daryl sits on the barstool, “I’m ruined.”Francisco is worried, “What happened?”“I visited Josias in an attempt to make amends.” Daryl responds, frowning.“Oh, what good news!” Francisco vibrates.“You assume that Josias accepted, eh, Uncle?” Daryl retorts bitterly.Rodrigo swallows hard, “He didn’t accept?”“No.” Daryl huffs, “He insists on getting Melissa back, no matter how much it hurts Kelvin and the twins.”Wallace chimes in, “Daryl, remember that Josias always loved Melissa, and she—”“And she loves my little brother!” Daryl punches the

The inauguration of the Uélton Freire Orphanage has arrived.It was a memorable occasion. Josias, once again, was summoned to give a speech. The Freire family was present, dressed elegantly.Tobias brought some children who were waiting at the Minor Institute to be transferred to their new home. Photographers did not skimp on pictures with them.Balloons were released into the air and fireworks were set off.Josias is given a wireless microphone and starts talking, “Hello, citizens of Lagoon City! I’m getting savvy in the art of opening public buildings in this city, eh?”The audience applauds, cheers, and laughs, all at the same time! Josias is a citizen loved by the people!Alan just watches how Josias is admired and yearns to achieve the same level of respect and power.“They love your daddy, buddy,” Reuben whispers to him. Both are wearing suits and ties.“Yes, and I hope they love me too.”Josias continues, “Well, you already know who Uélton Freire is. I’ll never get tired until

A few days later, Josias returned from his mission in Victoria. Tiago was practically camped out in the mansion, waiting for his master to return.“Master, how was your expedition?” Tiago asked.Josias chuckled, “First, say ‘good morning,’ Tiago.” He handed his bags to Hector.“Apologies, master.” The gentlemen entered the foyer. “I’m worried about my niece. Has my wife been around?”“Yes, Carmen has been a great help and source of wisdom.” Josias sighed. “Rosemary was convinced she did the right thing, but once she truly realized what she had done, she sank into depression.”“And what about the son of the advertiser? They say he’s from the same agency the Lafayettes are shooting the commercial for.” Tiago furrowed his brow.“We won’t do anything, especially since Rodrigo works with them. By the way, have you seen the commercials?” Josias asked.Tiago calmed down. “Yes, they fired the blonde woman who wore tight shirts and rehired the traditional and conservative family, with Rodrigo

Josias got up and decided to go to the hospital to check on his friend Beto.But as he was taking steps towards the door, putting on his jacket... Damn it! Today he had a meeting to discuss a new project in Guarapari!In fact, the door opened, and Alfred found him. “Josias? Are you ready? We’re heading to the conference room.”Josias tried to disguise his concern. “We’re ready, Alfred.”“Is something wrong? You seem worried.” Alfred tried to be friendly.“Something happened, but people keep telling me that I need to focus more on business and stop being a babysitter for my friends.” Josias smiled bitterly.Alfred looked at the clock. “Well... That’s what people say. But what about YOU, Josias? What do you want to do?”Josias felt tempted by Alfred to postpone the meeting and go to the hospital. But... “No, let’s go to the meeting. I’ve already given the order to Pollyanna. They’ll take care of everything for me.”“Then let’s go!” Alfred smiled and made way for his boss to pass.Meanwh