Josias enters Octavio's office. He and three architects are planning floor plans for numerous projects, as the number of Rocha Constructions' clients is increasing dramatically.“Octavio, I didn't mean to bother you.” Josias closes the door.Octavio raises his head to him, “You don't bother me, boss.”Josias smiles with the “boss”, “I need your opinion. I'm thinking of selling the penthouse and looking for another home for myself. The memories I had in the 80s are killing me.”Octavio interrupts him, “And so you finally decided on the mansion in Sunset Village.”Josias is amazed at how quickly Octavio completed what he said, “Everyone expects me to live there.”“Josias, only you still don't understand what Everaldo told you.” Octavio expresses his opinion, “He said that God promised you all the good and the best. And the best thing about Lagoon City today is the Sunset Village neighborhood.”“So you already know what I want.” Josias smiles mischievously.Octavio nods, “Yes, you want u
At Rocha Constructions, Vânia is listening to Shirley's whimpers concerning Maggie and her desire to promote Pamela Damascene.Vânia purses her lips as she helps herself to buttered cookies, “But, that can't be, Shirley! Does your daughter not know how much Josias and Melissa suffered at the hands of this Pamela?”“Of course she knows!” Shirley is disgusted, “Pamela Damascene had the nerve to say everything in the interview. The bitch doesn't even deny the promiscuous past. She only lies by including Josias in her list of lovers.”“I also heard this story. The truth is that Pamela from the beginning wanted to sleep with Josias, so she and Melissa stopped being friends.”Shirley smiles devilishly, “However, I felt vindicated when Melissa slapped my daughter! Of course, I sparked the discussion so your niece would do what I wanted to do.”“Shirley, if this story comes out... it's going to be chaos. Josias became a client of the law firm of Pamela's current husband. If Josias wants to su
At the General Hospital, Adolfo is being medicated after suffering a violent punch from Jock. Benjamin and Vânia are with him and the doctor who applies a bandage.“Ready. I suggest you go home and rest. You'll be brand new tomorrow, Mr. Teixeira.”“I won't be new, doctor.” Adolfo jokes. There's a dressing on his nose.“Excuse me, I need to see other patients.” The doctor leaves.Vânia takes advantage of the doctor's absence to complain, “Adolfo, you don't have Ben's age or ability to fight.”Adolfo smiles, “One is never too old to defend my beloved wife.”Vânia has a start. Who has flirted with her and been lacking in decorum since November of last year?Benjamin hardens his gaze, “Father, Uélton told me about the fight in detail. How is this guy who thinks he can win my mother over?”“He came from the countryside and even has a good appearance and physical constitution. He looks like he was some farmer's foreman, I'm not sure.” Adolfo feels slight pain in his face and leans back on
Following day. In the dining room, Katherine is feeding J.J with applesauce. She has a sad face.She looks around the retro-styled room and sighs in regret.Josias and João Paulo notice Katherine's gaze as if she were a lost dog.“What are you sighing about so much, Kate?” Josias scoffs at her, “Postpartum depression?”“Pre-Moving Depression.” Katherine speaks with mild aggression, “This place is beautiful, Josias, you can't sell it.”“The era of Rocha penthouse is over.” João Paulo responds as he spreads strawberry jam on the bread, “Here’s the Melissa Campos brand.”“If I stay here, I'll have to remarry her.” Josias provokes Katherine's feelings.Katherine freaks out, “NO! Let's sell this crap and get out of here!”Josias smiles mischievously, “If you behave yourself, Kate, maybe we'll have a home of our own in Sunset Village.”Katherine shifts from desperate to excited within seconds. She wanted to clap, but J.J was on her lap.****** At Simeon's house, the radio is playing “Dream
In the Main Square, Katherine is walking with J.J in the baby carriage. She reacts as if she were floating in the clouds, talking to herself and scaring away passersby.“My son, how wonderful! If Josias is willing to part with the penthouse to get something better, then I totally agree! Let's get rid of that old penthouse and live in a modern mansion in Sunset Village! Just you, Josias, and me!”“What?”Katherine stops her steps and turns to find the owner of the voice. She sees Angela also walking with David in a baby carriage.David's stroller model is different because he is already two years old.Katherine mocks Angela for this, “Shouldn't this kid be walking?”“He being in the stroller makes the ride faster.” Angela defends herself, “And what is this story that Josias is going to sell the penthouse?”Katherine laughs, “Are you jealous, my dear? I'm sorry, you're not part of the family. I was chosen to be the next Mrs. Rocha and you will be left out of the news!”Angela rages, “Ho
At Rocha Constructions, Melissa is stunned to learn that Josias is going to sell the penthouse to move into a mansion built from scratch.“Guys, why did Josias decide this?” Melissa asks in an astonished tone.Octavio puts his hand on her shoulder, “My friend, I believe Josias feels bad in the penthouse, as it was the place where the two of you lived happily for many years.”Melissa nods, “Yeah, there was our love nest. And then it was the home of many people in my family.”“You can be sure Melissa, he didn't do this to offend you.” Igor consoles her.Josias enters at this point, “Who wouldn't want to offend Melissa?”“You, Josias,” Carmen responds respectfully.Josias and Melissa's eyes meet. Josias had the faint feeling that Melissa was trying to hold back tears.“Is there a problem, Melissa?” he asks kindly.Melissa tries to keep her composure, “Josias, can we talk in your office. Unfortunately, there is a problem.”“Follow me.” Josias makes a gesture and the two of them leave.***
Miguel finds his dear wife enthusiastically dancing to the song “Queen of the Night”, by Whitney Houston, in her office with a copy of Maggiezine in one hand.“Honey, what’s the reason for celebrating?” Miguel approaches her with a slight smile.Pamela's eyes are twinkling, “Honey, it happened! My face is on the cover of this week's Maggiezine, see!” She shows him the magazine.One of the corners of Miguel's mouth turns up as he picks up the magazine, “Congratulations, honey. Now you are being treated with respect. Remember I promised that.”Pamela goes back to dancing, “Now I've definitely dethroned Melissa. The loser was left with no status and no husband!”The maid appears, “Excuse me, Mrs. Damascene. LCN channel is on the phone. A representative of Lisandro's program wants to speak with you.”Pamela stops dancing and wipes the sweat from her forehead. She widens her eyes, “Must be Lisandro wanting to set up an interview with me for his show!”Pamela runs out to answer the phone.M
Isabel and Flavia are disheartened by Pamela's fame rising to the skies while everyone seems to forget about Melissa.Isabel tries to convince Lisandro otherwise, “Lisandro, don't you think it will irritate Josias Rocha if you interview Melissa Campos's archenemy?”Lisandro puts his hand over his open mouth, “You're right, Isabel! We need to be cautious. I'll have my representative call Rocha Constructions. In no way do I want to be responsible for LCN being sued.”Lisandro bows to the ladies and hastily leaves.“Actually, you'd better cancel— Lisandro!” Flávia tries to call him back, but in vain, “Damn it, mother-in-law! What if Josias is in a good mood and allows the interview?”Isabel sighs, “How would Josias be in a good mood these last few days? I know what happened to your father.”“Yes, a worker who arrived in town thinking he was the heartthrob of 'Love Just Happens'.” Flavia wiggles in displeasure, “If he continues like this, he will be fired soon.”“Let's go to our studio.”