Days later, Simeon and Dora visit Caio and Brigitte’s house. “Josias and Melissa finally went to Paris to see his parents,” Simeon comments, sitting down on the sofa. “After that, they’re going to Ibiza.” “I wish I had that chance,” Caio jokes. “But precisely because Josias is traveling, I’m stuck with duties.” “You’ll manage, dear,” Brigitte encourages him, gently patting his right shoulder. Dora stands by the window in the living room, looking out. “Oh my... We passed by Izzy’s house. It’s closed, with a ‘For Sale’ sign in the yard. Who’s going to buy it?” “We’ll hardly know who, dear,” Simeon chuckles. “It’s an ending for the Freire family in Green Park,” Dora sits next to Simeon. “At least we managed to keep the Campos family tradition in this house.” Caio looks around. “Yes. This is the house I lived in when I was one year old, before moving to the penthouse.” “That penthouse now belongs to the Mountain family,” Simeon grumbles, “with Daryl Mountain back.” “Oh, Lord...”

Caio is in his office, now holding with both hands a large colorful banner of ‘Residential Brigitte,’ showing an aerial view of the finished project. An architect assistant is next to him. “Does reality match the advertisement?” he asked. “Definitely, haven’t you seen the construction site?” Caio smiles satisfied. William enters the office. “Ahem... Son, can we talk?” “Yes, Dad. Fábio, can you give us a moment?” Caio rolls up the banner. The assistant leaves for his desk. Caio gestures towards his cabinet, where William follows him. After closing the door, Caio starts, “So, Dad?” “I think I know how we can get started, son.” William suggests seriously. “It sounds crazy, but have you heard that Daryl Mountain is back in town?” Caio points to a copy of Maggiezine on his desk. On the cover, everything about Francisco. “There’s a page dedicated to his return. Maggie has been quite generous with her older brother,” Caio replied, not getting involved. “I know. But he is now the pa

The Teodoro Building was buzzing with excitement at the return of Pedro and Daniela from their honeymoon.Beto, Teresa, Maycon, Rosemary, and Thierry were in the lobby waiting for them.“We’re back!” Daniela exclaimed as she passed through the gate.“YAY!” Everyone cheered and clapped. Teresa hugged Daniela.Pedro entered, loaded with bags. Beto and Thierry rushed to help him, laughing at the scene at the same time.“Hey, Pete! Looks like you got stuck with the pack mule job, huh?”“I bet you carried a lot of bags too!” Pedro retorted with chuckles, “That’s what happens when we go through Paris.”“Did you happen to run into Josias and Melissa while you were there?” Teresa asked curiously.“Yes, and his parents too.” Daniela’s smile faded a bit. “His dad, Mr. Queiroz, is getting really old.”Pedro solemnly added, “Yeah, everyone, we heard what happened around here. Poor Mr. Mountain...”Beto nodded. “I didn’t have the courage to go to the funeral. Strong emotions don’t do well for me,

At the Rocha Hotel, Luís enters Eugenio’s office to discuss a work-related issue. His eagle-eyed vision goes straight to an acrylic candy jar containing chocolate truffles wrapped in gold foil. “Gene, there you are. I took care of the water leak happening in suite 1150... Can I have one of those truffles?” Eugenio replied, still focused on his computer, “Help yourself! And it’s great that we fixed that annoying leak. Fancy guests can’t have that kind of problem, or they’ll blow the whistle, scaring off the next ones.” Luís can’t resist his curiosity. “Since when do we have truffles...” He unwraps one and chews, “HMM! Since when do we have such delicious truffles available, my friend?” “Since the day João Paulo Queiroz kept his word and paid my niece for calling her a ‘bimbo.’” Eugenio continues to fixate on the computer. Luís, excited, pulls up a chair and sits down. “Seriously? She managed?” “You’re acting like it’s something impossible for my niece.” With that, Eugenio looks a

At Crystal Blue, a fight is almost breaking out between Pedro and Felipe over Daniela. Being grabbed by the collar by the former, Felipe grins defiantly. “Come on, tough guy, hit me! Go ahead and do some damage to my restaurant! Let’s celebrate twenty years of ownership of Crystal Blue with a fight!” Pedro calms down and releases Felipe, controlling his anger. “I’m not going to bother. Daniela never paid you any attention.” “Not like you paid attention to Caroline, even if it was little, but enough to annoy Reuben. That’s why he kidnapped her,” Felipe provokes him again. “You’re asking to be punched, man!” Pedro complained, “Are you a masochist?” The door opens and Daniela enters with shopping bags. “Dear, I’ve already bought the clothes I wanted. Do you think Josias will be upset that I bought some lingerie at the Angel Store?” Daniela finally acknowledges Felipe’s presence. “Hello, Mr. Mountain.” “Why so formal?” Felipe smiled, thrilled by the news of Daniela buying lingerie.