Vera is apprehensive when Melissa again suggests that Vera's approach to Wallace was a lie from the start.Vera appeals to authority: "Do you know who my father is?"Melissa nods: "Yes, and it pains me to say these things because my fiance holds Teodoro in great esteem. But Josias is a fair man."Vera is desperate. "I really don't understand why you and Josias are against me and my brother."Melissa expresses her doubt: "It's because things got worse just when you guys showed up! Should I believe in coincidences?"Vera is outraged. "Cool, you say you hate Pamela, but you'll believe her lies. I better go, I've got the answer I wanted. Tell that shameless Natalia that Wally loves me and she was a mistake. What if you really care with Wally's peace of mind, get her out of my way."Melissa snorts: "I don't agree with that, but I'm not going to scold her like she's a child either! I've already told her to stop; if she insists, then I can't do any

Carmen is elated telling her parents about her day. "Mommy, soap opera advice is working! I met Adrian in the Main Square and encouraged him to such an extent that he thanked me."Pamela jokes, "But she didn't want to have lunch with him; she preferred to have lunch with me."Cristina nods. "That's right, Pam. Let Adrian miss Carmen so he can chase after."Raymond is in the armchair, frowning. "What did you encourage him in, daughter?"Carmen responds: "He resigned from the odious Silva Constructions and was looking for a job more suited to him."Raymond chuckles: "Apparently Josias dumped him."Carmen insists on defending her ex-boyfriend: "No, Dad, he quit."Cristina stresses: "These are two different situations. May God help him.""What about Melissa's story?" Raymond asks interested.Pamela replies: "I believe he realized that it was no use harboring vain hopes. With him out of the company, it will be more difficult

Ironically, Laerte and Bruno's conversation doesn't agree with what Adrian is saying to Moacyr."I don't want anything to do with Silva Constructions." Adrian speaks scornfully, "I don't even know why I reference the damned ones.""Son, the company is growing and consolidating in the market." Moacyr always wisely answers, "You putting it as a reference on your resume could be a stroke of luck!"Adrian sighs. "For me, it was the unluckiest year of my life."Adrian serves coffee for himself and his father."You will make up for this lost time." Moacyr admonishes him."I hope. Time wasted on work and love.""You will find another girl."Adrian burns his tongue with coffee as he remembers Carmen."Is it too hot?" Moacyr asks puzzled."That too, but I remembered one detail." Adrian responds in awe, "I found Carmen in Main Square, she was looking for a job too. We talked without resentment and I was impressed."M

Vera's one-bedroom apartment is full of feminine touches: pink curtains and rugs, pictures of flowers and animals on the walls, and everything are neat and clean.The landline rings and she appears to answer it, already wearing the uniform blouse from the Ramos supermarket: "Hello?"On the other side is Adrian, in a dress shirt and pants, ready to go to the real estate agency. "Hello, Vera! This is Adrian, your friend from the club."Vera smiles: "Adrian, what a pleasure to hear your voice!"Adrian smiles with the ease of talking to her: "Likewise. I was wondering if we could meet tonight. The club is open on Wednesdays.""But is it funny that we're going today?""Of course it will! Imagine, the club will have less activity and we'll be able to talk more freely. Or doesn't the idea appeal to you?"Vera meditates for a few seconds. She needs to lose her virginity soon to go with the plan! "Yes, you're right. Let's get to know each othe

Cristina enters Teodoro's lobby. The radio plays 'It's a Hard Life' by Queen. There is nobody."Hello?"Teodoro shouts from afar: "One moment!"Cristina looks at the advertisement board and begins to organize it with her feminine dexterity.Teodoro comes down the corridor holding a latrine plunger. The streak of feces reaches Cristina's nostrils and she reacts with disgust."Argh, Teodoro, how disgusting!"Teodoro reacts flustered. "Oh sorry, I forgot!"Teodoro leaves the plunger on the counter.He tries to shake hands with Cristina, but Cristina just glares at the landlord. "Seu Teodoro, is it with this skill that you run this joint?"Teodoro withdraws his hand. "I'm sorry, I'm not usually like that.""Yes, lately we are experiencing strong emotions."Teodoro goes behind the counter and turns down the volume on the radio. "I wonder what you guys are going through."Cristina responds point-blank: "Ye