Josias couldn't believe that Mayor Ibrahim wanted to have anything to do with him. What is happening that he has become a magnet for powerful and influential people?He shakes his head and thanks, "Ask your father's forgiveness, but I don't feel qualified to speak to him."Bruno realizes what's going on and widens his eyes, "Hey, isn't he the son of the...?""Himself, Bruno, but we're on our way out." Josias is pushing Bruno lightly for him to leave soon.Tobias insists, "Come on, Mr. Rocha! You are much more important than you think you are."What Tobias doesn't know is that Josias has an unusual modesty, "When I'm up to your father, I'll look for him myself. See you later, Mr. Ibrahim."Josias nods and walks away. Bruno goes after him without understanding. Tobias, however, nods satisfied with what he has seen."The more modest you are, the more we like you, dear Josias Rocha," Tobias answers for himself.***Carmen vi

Flávia and Isabel talk while having coffee in the afternoon, listening to the song "Kissing a Fool" by George Michael on the radio. The slow music soothes the spirits of the two ladies."Harold is taking a while. Is the problem that serious?" Isabel asks herself again."Sometimes the harder something is, the better the reward when you get it." Flavia philosophizes.Harold finally appears at the house smiling and relieved, "Ladies, no fear! The solution is finally on its way!"Isabel instantly stands up with the vigor of a cheerleader, "Really? Oh dear, aren't you joking like your son?"Harold bursts out laughing, "No, but I'm in a good mood just like him!"Harold sits in the armchair feeling like a king. He takes off his shoes and doesn't continue with the good news, making women more anxious."Come on, darling, tell me what Igor Bento said!" Isabel begs.Harold speaks in a herald tone, "Igor Bento said, by the way, he p

At Simeon's house, Dora is reacting wildly after learning that her beloved son has been taken unconscious to the hospital."No, no, a thousand times NOOOOOO!" She screams until she is hoarse and red in the face. Carlos is terrified, thinking that his daughter-in-law is going to have a heart attack at any moment."Dora, please take it easy!" The Campos family patriarch tries to control her.But Dora, without realizing it, gives Carlos a shove, not giving a damn about the pleas for calm. Carlos luckily collapses onto the couch.The radio is playing "Out of the Blue," a cheerful song by Debbie Gibson. But because of that, Dora grabs the stereo with both hands, rips it off the shelf, wire and all, and throws it to the ground, shattering it."DORA!" Carlos is already starting to get more worried about Dora than about his grandson, "Get a grip, woman, we need to go to the hospital and see—""I don't want to go to some f**king hospital!" Dora

Josias and João Paulo walk down the hospital corridors to the cafeteria to get something to eat."So, how are you doing with your studies?" Josias asks in camaraderie, "Please keep to the Rocha family tradition and tell me you are a dedicated student."João Paulo smiles and proudly responds, "I am a studious student, brother. I'm not the first in the class, but I don't do the stupid thing of failing."Josias nods satisfactorily, "That's right. If the world of media and publishing is what you want, you'll need to make an effort mainly in Grammar and Writing. Do you like to read?""Does your biography count?" João Paulo makes a joke. The two brothers laugh.Then, as if reading Josias's mind, João Paulo becomes serious and says in an apologetic tone, "I'm sorry for my father's ill-advised joke. He's looking for a new biography."Josias clenches his fists in anger. He hadn't been mistaken in the guesswork.They

Josias is selling a house in Rainbow Garden. The excited couple who are about to get married is thrilled with the new acquisition. It also adds the fact that this is another property built by Silva Constructions.Josias is in full swing with the sales pitch, "As you can see, Silva Constructions always strives for excellence and first-rate quality." They stroll through the empty living room, "The porcelain floor doesn't crack on any impact and it's easy to clean. The walls have been double plastered and the used paint doesn't fade with the first rain."Hubby checks everything Josias says. He bends down and pats the floor, then checks with his hand the quality and texture of the walls. There are no cracks or rain seepage."This house has been vacant since 1987, and as you can see, it's in very good condition. It urgently needs to be occupied for the necessary maintenance." Josias insists."OK, let's stay with her." The hubby looks at his wife adoringly, "Wh