Unaware that Uélton is attacking the strawberry pie, Melissa talks to Simeon and Dora in the master suite.“Mom, Dad... it's with immense regret that I've decided to cancel plans to get back together with Josias.”Simeon punches the mattress on her bed, “Daughter, no!”Dora is distressed, “Dear daughter, and your status as Madam Rocha, how gets it?”Melissa wiggles in displeasure, “Don't even remind me of that, Mom. I was willing to forgive Josias for getting Angela pregnant. But now he has one more child fathered by another slut. Is this how my life will be? Every time Josias is away from me, is he going to impregnate another random woman?”Simeon tries to defend his son-in-law, “Daughter, what happened to Josias were extreme situations. It will not become a habit.”“Is it not, father? I don't want to pay to see it. Now it's two out-of-wedlock children who will give us trouble and headaches when they become adults. And what's worse: they are two boys. They will grow up to be jealous
In the Rocha penthouse, Melissa continues to reason with her parents about her and Josias's divorce.“Mom, Dad, I hope you accept my decision,” she begs.Simeon makes a face as he sucked on a lemon, “I don't know... what will become of you when the divorce is finalized?”“Well, we're literally going to carry on as if Josias is dead.” Melissa gets up and goes to the dressing table, “I will continue to live in the penthouse with my children, Ernesto and Lilian will remain here, Elza and João Paulo will continue with the R$250,000.00 they inherited... nothing has changed.”“And Will is gonna worsen his behavior at the company and home.” Dora rolls her eyes.“Will was already nasty when Josias wasn't here.” Melissa asserts, “He will be put in his place in the company, once Josias has reasserted the throne.”Simeon gets up from the bed, “So there's no way? How are we going to explain it to the public, your fans?”Melissa is already uncomfortable with the conversation, “We didn't have time
Simeon and Dora return home, devastated by Melissa's confirmation of divorce.When they enter, they find William watching TV, the music video for “Everything About You” by Ugly Kid Joe.“Hello, guys!” William tries to be kind, “How was visiting my dear sister?”“You still ask?” Simeon collapses in the armchair, “Your sister is going to divorce anyway.”William laughs heartily.Dora crosses her arms and takes a good look at her son: lying on the couch, shirtless, with grubby shorts, several cans of beer on the coffee table, and crumbs of potato chips.“Will, have you been overdoing the cans?” Dora gives her son a light slap to straighten himself up on the couch, “You're the one who's going to sweep up these crumbs.”“I celebrated in advance.” William sits up, “It's good to know that Melissa has come to her senses. When will she come back here?”Simeon and Dora got appalled.“What question is that? Melissa can't come back here!” Simeon thunders.“Oh, I need to move first, right? Okay, t
Monday, a working day. Diana visits Cristina’s apartment to see if Moacyr needs anything.Moacyr is comfortably on the couch watching LCN’s morning video shoot. The video in question is "Stay" by Shakespeare’s Sister."What a beautiful music video, don’t you think, niece?" Moacyr comments about it."Yes, so is the music. Uncle, what can I do for you?""I intend to stay here to follow the channel of the new station. Perhaps soon they will broadcast the morning news.""Okay, I’ll sweep the floor and take care of the dishes while Aunt Cris works in the lobby."Diane finds the broom and starts sweeping. The music video ends and the TV goes to the commercials.Suddenly, they both see a commercial for Crystal Blue. During the presenter’s speech, they show images of the place with Kelvin and Daryl smiling at the camera.Daryl’s smile hypnotizes Diane and she stops sweeping. Moacyr notices her."Did you enjoy the restaurant very much yesterday?"Diane wakes up to life, "Yes. And I was interes
Uélton and Flávia talk at their house about the party they intend to give. The radio is playing "Under the Bridge" by Red Hot Chili Peppers. Reuben dances in a funny way."Well, here’s the list of those we don’t want to invite." Uélton always emphasizes the barred ones instead of emphasizing those that have been allowed.Flavia picks up the sheet of paper, "Okay, let’s not invite Adrian because he’s already in jail.""Never come back!" Uélton looks at his son, "What are you doing, champ?""I’m dancing, Dad!" Reuben swings like a worm."Darling, I want to tell you a sacred secret." Uélton approaches and whispers in his wife’s ear, "Melissa and Josias will continue the divorce."Flavia walks away, "But Melissa had forgiven him before the accident!""It’s because Josias told me that he impregnated the farmer’s daughter who kept him in false imprisonment," Uélton speaks with regret.Flavia makes a 'tsk' with her tongue, "Jeez... but there is no way to defend Josias! There are already two
Melissa is crossing Main Square and unwittingly finds Katherine sitting on the same bench as if she were waiting for her."Oh, I knew I could find you here!" Katherine quacks.Melissa opens her eyes. Is this crazy woman spying on her?"Stop pestering me. You need to take care of this baby." Melissa responds dryly."How am I supposed to take care of the baby if the father won’t even talk to me?" Katherine teases her."This is between the two of you." Melissa begins to withdraw.Katherine realizes Melissa’s reaction and rejoices, "What is it? Josias confirmed to you that the child is his? Are you getting a divorce?"Melissa stops the steps and turns her head at her with a sneer, "Good luck, honey. You’re not the only one in line."Eventually, Melissa moves away quickly, no longer wanting to argue.Katherine snitches, it wasn’t the effect she wanted, "Well, at least YOU aren’t in line, right, ma'am? I could see defeat in your eyes. You lost, you were the official wife but you were oversh
Flavia visits Teodoro’s building to talk to Christina about the party Uélton wants to throw to honor Josias. As a tradition, the lobby radio is on and playing the song "My Lovin' (You’re Never Gonna Get It) by En Vogue."Cristina, you and Moacyr are invited to the welcome party my husband is giving to Josias.""Oh, thank you so much." Cristina smiles, "I didn’t know there was still time to celebrate. Does that mean that his marriage with Melissa will continue?"Because Uélton said it was a 'sacred secret', Flávia disguises it, "I haven’t talked to Melissa about it yet.""I remember that she had decided to forgive him before the accident. She didn’t even have time to announce it to the press." Cristina sighs."And of course, Josias will also want to celebrate your victory over the coma." Flavia changes the subject, "And also the fact that Adrian is in jail."Cristina gets tense, "Today is the verdict, but I’ve had Miguel Damascene represent me.""I understand." Flavia has a mental snap
Tiago has his hand in his mouth to keep everyone from hearing his laughter. Octavio approaches him and pokes him in the back.Tiago gets scared."Oh, it’s you." He talks low."What are you doing at the door?" Octavio thinks it’s funny."I am listening to Josias peel the farmer who tried to kidnap him," Tiago speaks with pride."Did the idiot dare to come here, right into the birdcage trap?" Octavio also holds on to not laughing."Some people think they’re too smart," Tiago concludes and decides to stop spying on the conversation.Inside the presidential room, Ephraim is already fearing for his life."What do you want from me, you insolent? Will you order your agents to kill me?"Josias smiled devilishly, "No, getting your 'pure' daughter pregnant was revenge enough. Of course, I need to keep my life in order.""What do you mean?""I want to take over my son. I am aware that he bears my name. Kate will divorce Jock and move in with me."Ephraim raises his eyebrows, "Wait, then you’ll t