On the other side, Melissa hangs up, showing sadness, but not as deep as Josias. It seems that she has already cried her share of tears.
Simeon risks returning to the room, frowning and withdrawn, "Daughter, we heard some exclamations... what happened between you two?"
"It happened what had to happen, dad." Melissa turns to him wistfully, "We broke up. It didn't work out."
"Oh, daughter… why didn't you fight for your love?" Simeon embraces her.
"Because there was never love, I think we mixed things up. He admitted everything, Dad."
Simeon breaks the hug, not believing 100% in what his daughter says.
"Did he admit that he cheated on you with Pamela, got her pregnant, and all those horrible things that your mother told me?"
"Mom said I wasn't supposed to tell you." Melissa frowns.
Simeon chuckles. "I am your father, Melissa. I deserve to be aware of things. If Josias were that kind of boy who rapes innocent girls, I would
Melissa faces Pamela for everything she has done against her and Josias. After talking to Josias, Melissa connected the dots and came to (correctly) the conclusion that Pamela was lying all the time about hating Josias.All that talk of inducing Melissa to date Fabrício 'because Josias was unworthy of her' was just nonsense. It was all planned: after Melissa and Fabrício were dating, Pamela 'by coincidence' would change her mind and see that Josias was a good guy to date.But, Pamela was one of those people who prefer to die fighting, so she doesn't give up. "Melissa, I understand that you are upset, but that is no reason to offend me. I am in a vulnerable situation and I cannot defend myself.""That's why I say the accident was a blessing." Melissa speaks with disdain, to irritate Pamela, "Now I see who you are, because you are not having time to make up lies. Pamela, how could you? Knowing that I liked Josias... it was better to you be honest, an
Months passed after Pamela's second 'accident'. After being practically buried by Mrs. Chaves' sewing objects, Carmen calls Abigail and the two take an hour to remove the trinkets from Pamela.The needles and scissors pierced Pamela's body and Abigail filled Pamela's arms and legs with bandages. When Mrs. Chaves returned from the market, she was very amused and laughed at Pamela's situation.Pamela appealed to Tiago's authority and he 'politely suggested' that Pamela go back to sleep in her bedroom. Mr. Chaves called on the neighbors to help take Pamela's bed back up as if it were the most absurd thing in the world.It turns out that with Pamela on the second floor; now the family was forced to go up and down all the time, to take meals, to take medicine, to help her get down to go to the bathroom... Abigail's turn was only from 07:00h to 17:00h. Mr. Chaves regretted having the house built on two floors.Meanwhile, upset by the breakup, Josias focuses on
Teodoro frowns and purses his lips, annoyed by Melissa's presence. Romualdo doesn't know who she is."Hello, Seu Teodoro." Melissa approaches the counter, sheepish and shy. "Is Josias here by any chance?"Teodoro turns to Romualdo, "This is the girl, Romualdo." And then he turns to her, "My daughter, I thought you should know that Josias is working at this hour.""Oh, yes, I forgot." Melissa is visibly embarrassed, "Well, he's not showing up or calling...""How was he going to do that, my dear?" Teodoro smirks, "If he broke up with you?"Melissa feels punched. Romualdo feels that Teodoro is taking it hard and looks at him, but Teodoro looks back at him as if to say 'leave it to me'."Well, I thought we could go on as friends. I wanted to know how he was doing.""He is working during the day and studying at night, he is studying Building Technician, to correspond to the job that was offered," Teodoro responds harshly."Oh, it's
On Tuesday, Romualdo and Josias enter Tiago's house. It is worth mentioning that this is the new house, now finished and furnished.Josias widens his eyes when he sees how the house looked; it seems to be the cover of a magazine that tells the life of the rich and famous. The navy blue sofa was so comfortable that Josias was tempted to jump on it like a child, but he holds on in time. The rug on which he stepped was not a simple crochet rug. On the walls, three frames by anonymous painters.Tiago appears with a tray containing porcelain cups and coffee to drink. The three men help each other when Tiago sits in the armchair, which most resembles a king's throne."One day, master, you will have one of these," Tiago speaks to Josias in a joke."Who knows, God willing..." Josias smiles and answers humbly."Ah, but he wants to, my friend." Tiago responds with joy, "Well, I called you both to tell you news. Our company has finally been approved by the Go
Teodoro is once again thrilled to hear the great news from Josias that he is going to occupy an important position anyway. Josias still shows humility and fear."People think I am bothered by humble services, but no! I like to learn. Robson was teaching me how to build a wall; it is not just placing the bricks and covering them with cement on top. There is a whole technique for the wall doesn't crumble or become crooked.""I understand, Josias," Teodoro replies excitedly, "but, you should just raise your hands and thank God for this opportunity. Working in a better job is not a sin. And remember what Everaldo promised."Josias leans over the counter, thrilled to think of his missing friend. "Did Everaldo promise that I would be a millionaire for having seen me all a beggar and without a shirt? But, it is not what I wanted! I just wanted to live with the basics, to be someone normal."Teodoro gets tired of Josias's fear and holds him by both arms, shaking
The owner of the bar already turns down the volume of the radio and the customers who played dominoes interrupt the game. Elisa pulls the boy by the arm."Come on, honey, don't bother with that drunk.""Honey? Is that moron your boyfriend?" Jeremiah gets up, stumbling and fumbling."Where do you know my fiancée from, you drunk?" The boy asks in a firm and austere voice. Josias identifies with the boy and this time decides not to interfere."I said, she was in my room last year, right there in Seu Teodoro's building..." Jeremiah lets out a disgusting burp, which bothers even the third girl.The boy turns to Elisa. "Honey, is this the guy who tried to rape you?"Jeremiah lets out a nasty laugh. "This is the story she made up so as not to be defamed by the favela, and I was painted like the villain in the story. Watch out, buddy, you don't know the viper you're marrying!""Shut your mouth, you..."The boy gives a straight p
"Yes, Josias, she is still awake." Simeon replies with his teeth bared, exulting with the calling of his quasi-son-in-law, "Dora will call her."Dora jumps up when she realizes who it is and goes straight to Melissa's bedroom without waiting for her husband's order.In Melissa's bedroom, she is talking to William."Today I went to Seu Teodoro's building, but Josias is not there.""He must have been in another girl's bed, dishonoring her," William speaks bitterly, looking at the floor."No, I was informed that he is still working as a mason in another work by Seu Romualdo's team."William turns to her and gives a dismissive smile. "Humph, this is as much as he can get, being a peon." He approaches his sister and changes his tone to the excitement, "Don't worry, sis. I'm training hard, this week we will win the match so we can qualify for the city championship! I will score two goals in your honor."Melissa smiles affectionately at her
On Wednesday, Fabrício was already calling Melissa. Dora answers, with the broom in the other hand because she was sweeping."Hello?""Ms. Campos? This is Fabrício. I would like to speak with Melissa.""I just don't know if she would like to talk to you. Young man, why don't you give up at once? It was always clear that she was never interested in you, that she was only staying with you on the recommendation of her false friend. There was never love."On the other side, Fabrício is thinking about how to kill Dora without leaving any trace of suspicion. Why did everyone decide to hate him?He takes a deep breath and decides to continue the conversation, paying attention to the detail of the 'false friend'."False friend?""Yes, Melissa and Pamela broke the friendship. Pamela was not being true as far as Josias was concerned. She had a fire for him, but she lied to my daughter saying she hated him. She hoped you wou