Vera returns from the psychiatrist with renewed spirits. Teresa is listening to the radio.“And the information we have is that Mrs. Katherine Rocha left the police station flanked by Josias Rocha. The two refused to speak to the press. Ironically, Mrs. Rocha is responsible for Public Relations at Rocha Constructions, so we couldn't get any explanation. The Lagoon City Police Station also didn’t respond and asked reporters to leave. Now continue with our normal schedule.”The radio started playing “Quit Playing Games (With My Heart),” but Teresa and Vera weren't thrilled with the Backstreet Boys.“How absurd is all this, sister-in-law!” Vera slams her purse on the counter, “Will Josias Rocha ever find peace?”"I'm glad it's Katherine and not Melissa." Teresa opines, “Can you imagine a lady who gave birth to twins facing such a challenge?”Vera opens her purse and searches for a piece of paper, “I got the number of a male psychiatrist to help my Wally.”“Hope it all works out, my frien
The following week, the cover of Maggiezine was on another subject, but there was a lead for an inside article about Katherine's questioning at the police station. Readers went to the indicated page and revolted about the situation.As a result, countless citizens flooded police stations with letters of protest. At City Hall, the secretaries had their ears swollen from receiving so many curses and swear words.Tobias is in front of the Chief of the Police Station, a white-haired gentleman with a face expressing more than thirty years dedicated to the profession of serving and protecting.“Mayor...”“Chief Kleberg, you need to control that sergeant of yours, Ivan Moraes.” Tobias extends the Maggiezine open to the article page. A huge photo of Katherine being led away made the Chief blush, “This can't be repeated. An investigation has become a media circus and my constituents are blaming me.”“It's definitely not your fault, mayor.” Chief Kleberg clears his throat nervously.“Good thing
Jack and Octavio are clearing their throats and looking in every direction but their father's face. The shame is too much.Ronaldo seems to enjoy the children's embarrassment, "Come on, it's not such a difficult question."“Father, you are in a great hurry,” Octavio responds with nervous chuckles.“I'm not. It’s my life that is passing by.” Ronaldo says, “Maybe I won't have time to hug my grandchildren, but just knowing that you will have them is already a comfort for me.”“For that, it's better for us to get married before.” Jack jokingly states.“And what are you waiting for?” Ronaldo is excited like a child, “You've been just stalling since 1996. Later, your ladies will be the next to press you. No woman likes to be lied to.”Octavio states, “Dad, I need to get to know Jane even more.”“What else is there to know?” Ronaldo asserts, “Jane is beautiful, a good girl, decent, respectful, hardworking, responsible, dedicated... she’ll be the perfect mother of your children.”Octavio thro
At the police station, Chief Kleberg goes to Ivan's office to end his dream. The sergeant is disheveled, with dark circles under his eyes, clothes reeking of sweat, and an exclusive coffee pot on his desk. Ivan typed on the computer like a sleepwalker.“Ivan, stop right now with what you’re doing!” The Chief orders him, “For your mental and physical health!”Ivan stops typing and looks at his superior with a glassy gaze, “What does the Chief want?”Kleberg closes the door, “I received instructions from Mayor Tobias. You should stop this loan shark case immediately and focus on recent crimes. I won’t give you any promotion if you put Josias Rocha behind bars.”“It's not about getting promoted anymore, chief.” Ivan responds without emotion, “It's a matter of honor. I lost my wife to the cover of a biography and Josias Rocha will pay for it!”Kleberg would normally laugh at this, but he holds back from driving his underling to suicide, “I'm serious when I say you need to protect your men
At Rocha Constructions, Josias wants to know from Tiago what he suggests to end the problems.But Tiago keeps silent, hoping to make the others understand.Katherine's face is shaking and her voice cracks, “No, Tiago, NO! Don't tell me you want another corpse!”“What are you talking about?” Josias asks, not sure he wants to know the answer.Tiago remains impassive, “Unfortunately, another death will be needed for us to finally have peace of mind.”“I DISAGREE!” Josias punches the desk, “Tiago, you're crazy! If someone dies, then indeed, we will be suspect # 01! I don't want to, I won't repeat the nightmare!”Tiago smiles macabrely, “Master, you don't need to stain your hands with blood. That's why your loyal servants are here. Igor is in the capital, but he still owes you loyalty.”Josias is wiggling frantically, “No, no, Tiago, that won't be necessary. Ivan—”“But we are talking about the same Ivan.” Tiago complete.“NO!” Josias is firm, “If Ivan Moraes dies, other people will suspec
In the evening, Flavia is putting the dishes on the dinner table, but her brain is working above normal concerning the trip to Victoria. Uélton approaches her coming from work, showered, and wearing a woody perfume.He approaches from behind and kisses his wife's neck, causing her to almost drop one of the dishes, “Oops, honey! Careful, don't scare me.”“I didn't mean to scare you. I wanted to kiss you good evening!” Uélton reasons like a child.Flavia's uncertainty only grows and she blurts out without thinking, “Let's leave Reuben at the Rocha Mansion!”Uélton gets angry and grabs Flávia by the wrist, forcing her to turn around to face him, “Negative, my dear! Reuben will stay here at home with his dad! Why do we need to bother Josias at all?”“I thought he was your best friend...” Flávia tries to free herself while uttering this lame excuse.“No way.” Uélton scowls, “I want to spend more time with my puppy. Is this some crime?”“It's a crime when you're the same mental age as him!”
At Uélton's house, Reuben doesn't know what to say to his parents. He is confused by Flávia gesticulating hidden from her husband and Uélton with an assuring smile.“Ehr... I don't know.” The boy responds, “I wanted to go and see Rosemary and Pedro—“Flávia rudely cuts him off, “You can't, son, I already told you that you have school to go to!”Uélton holds out his arms, “Then it's settled. Let's stay home, just the two of us. It's going to be fun, sonny!”“Really?” Reuben starts to buy the idea, to Flávia's dismay.“Yes. Let's play video games, watch 'The Lion King', play video games, eat pizza at Campos Pizzeria, play video games, go to the beach, play video games...” Uélton scratches his chin, “Did I forget something?”“Play video games!” Reuben holds out his little arms, fully embracing the idea.“That’s it!” Uélton and Reuben embrace.Frustrated to the max, Flávia waves her hand and knocks over all the dishes and glasses on the table. The deafening noise startles the two men in t
Isabel arrives home and hears crying coming from afar. She walks into the kitchen and is shocked by the scene of destruction.“OH GOSH! What happened here? Hello everyone, where are you, folks?”The door to the master bedroom opens and Flávia comes out, crying profusely, “Izzy... A tragedy happened.”“What happened, my daughter? Where is Uélton, where is my grandson?”“I DON'T KNOW!” Flávia kicks the china shards, “They probably went for pizza at Campos Pizzeria!”“I’m waiting for the explanation.” Isabel crosses her arms. She already understands that her daughter-in-law is causing unnecessary drama.“Reuben, even with me gesturing him to refuse, has decided to stay here with his dad!” Flavia talks like it's the end of the world.But Isabel just takes a deep breath and goes after the broom, “Is that it? Problem solved, daughter-in-law. We can go to the capital. Ray Chaves agreed to host us for free.”“Izzy, did you hear what I said?” Flávia turns to her with red eyes, “If I leave thos