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

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