Melissa is watching the music video of Hanson's song “If Only”, trying to fit in with pop culture to write fresh ideas for the next season of 'Sweet Love'. Kelvin returns from the midday service with his tuxedo jacket over his shoulders, his tie undone, and two buttons undone on his shirt.Melissa smirks at him, “Hmm, when the handsome hubby shows up like that, it means he has bad intentions.”Kelvin equally grins and throws himself onto the sofa, snuggling and tickling his beloved wife, “You hit the jackpot!”Melissa enjoys the tickling. Alan and Caroline come down the corridor and smile at their mother being loved and cared for.“Will I ever be happy like Mommy?” Caroline whispers in Alan's ear.Alan gets embarrassed, “What is it, little sister? It's still too early to think about something like that.”“Oh, how boring!” Caroline snorts, “I'll ask Rosemary.”As the music video ends, programming is interrupted once again, “We interrupt our programming to deliver this urgent news: Mrs.
Among the corridors of Rocha Constructions, the news has already spread like wildfire.Pollyanna has a whole bottle of pills in her hand about to swallow them all at once, with Alfred holding her wrist, “Don't do that, Pollyanna!”“Let go of me, Alfred! I need to commit suicide! I was responsible for the death of my boss's wife! I don't deserve life anymore!” Pollyanna shakes herself frantically.The bottle of pills falls from her hand and scatters across the floor. One of the pills lands on Octavio's foot. He follows the trail of the pills and discerns that they belonged to Pollyanna, “Pollyanna, I hope you haven't thought the worst.”Pollyanna lets the tears run down her cheeks, “I was very stupid, Octavio. I should never have doubted Everaldo's powerful words!”Everaldo became known among everyone intimate with Josias.Octavio strokes her head, “I don't believe Josias blames you for this.”Josias appears running and almost slips on the pills, “YAU! Someone sweep the floor, please!”
Josias arrives at the General Hospital and makes a big fuss in the corridors.“WHERE IS SHE? WHERE IS SHE? KATE! KAAAATEEE!”He bumps into Beto and Wallace and they both grab him.“Josias, for Christ’s sake, calm down!” Beto exclaims excitedly, “Let’s wait in the lounge.”Everyone enters the famous lounge. Isabel enters after them with a handkerchief embroidered in gold, “Josias, I’m so sorry...”“What happened, guys?” Josias no longer holds back the tears, “She said just today that she wasn’t going to die!”Isabel feels shivers on the back of her neck, “She defied Divine law, Josias.”“Isabel, I don't believe Everaldo could have had the courage to kill her. Why?” Josias exclaims in disgust.Wallace shakes Josias by the shoulders, “For God's sake, man, don't go turning into an atheist now! You've always believed what Everaldo said since 1980. And you REALLY don't know why Katherine is being punished?”Josias sits on the sofa with tremors, “Kate and I forgive each other.”“Did she and
The lounge is now fuller with the presence of Octavio, Jane, Vernon, and Elza.Josias hugs his mother and smells the vodka on her breath, “Mother, did you drink?”The hug is broken, “How could I NOT drink at a time like this, son? It's too much tragedy for one life.”Vernon adds, “It seems like everyone who comes here ends up going to the cemetery.”Octavio wrinkles his nose, “No, guys, let's pray not!”Simeon starts to walk in circles, “It's getting dark. What a lengthy operation!”Dora sighs, “Take your time, dear. If this is to save their lives, so be it.”But Gabriela becomes more restless. She wants Katherine dead so she can marry Josias!João Paulo observes her, “Why are you scratching your arms, Gabriela?”“Guys, I'm going outside to get some fresh air. I don't think I should even be here.”Josias suddenly approaches her and looks deeply into her eyes, “Gabriela, thank you so much for coming. I imagine you came on behalf of Bernie and Maggie Marçal. I won’t forget your love and
Doctor Braggart decides to end the suspense and answers at once, “Guys, I have some good news for you. Josias Junior had an amazing recovery. The pediatricians who attended to him managed to stop the bleeding and he is out of danger.”All present applauded and cheered in uncontained ecstasy.“And my wife, Doctor?” Josias asks anxiously.Doctor Braggart shorted his smile, “Well… Mr. Rocha, I fear your wife's situation is more serious. Your son was wearing a seat belt, but she wasn't. I fear her recovery will be slower.”“But she's not going to die, is she?” Josias's eyes widen.“No, she definitely won't die.” Doctor Braggart shakes his head.“Thank the good Lord!” Isabel holds her hands up, “Did you see? Everaldo showed up, and everything was fine!”Everyone once again credits Everaldo with this victory. Josias lets out a long sigh of relief.Melissa and Kelvin appear in the lounge.Dora sees her, “Daughter, where have you been all this time?”“Mom, Dad… Kelvin and I went straight to t
João Paulo and Gabriela enter the former's office to work on the article. Gabriela is still smiling at what Josias said.“I didn't know you were so close to my brother.” João Paulo sits down, “You get along very well with Kate.”Gabriela suddenly tastes scarlet eggplant on her tongue, “What did you say?”“You are all smiles at Kate's recovery.” João Paulo comments while turning on the computer.Gabriela is forced to agree, “Yes, I want her to recover. Even though we hate each other, I know that Josias will grieve for her death. And J.J. doesn't deserve to lose his mother so soon.”João Paulo smiles in agreement, “I'm glad you have a good heart. Now let's leave Mrs. Marçal happy by producing the best article.”Gabriela pulls up another chair and sits next to him to work.******At Rocha Mansion, David smiles at Alan again.“Alan, glad you came. Wouldn't you find it interesting to see your mother dance with Carol and Rosemary?”“No, I don’t think!” Alan retorts sourly, “My mother is a r
At the Rocha Mansion, Melissa turned off the radio to toast J.J.“May Josias Bezerra Rocha Junior continue to grow in health and safety, under the blessings of God and Everaldo!”“HURRAY!” Everyone exclaims.Alan made a point of looking at David to see if he would say 'hurray', and David did.Carmen gestures, “OK, now let's cut the cake. But no mess!”Henrique and James already run to the table while the other children line up.“I miss Caio and João Paulo.” Caroline asserts.“Both are working now.” Rosemary explains, “It will soon be our turn.”“Rose, will you work with me at Maggiezine? Aunt Maggie promised me a job opening.” Caroline comments effusively.“Only if we do a journalism degree together.” Rosemary holds out the plastic plate and receives a slice of cake, “Thanks, Aunt Carmen.”“You welcome. And it's good advice, Rose. I'm sure Maggie won't deny you both a spot. João Paulo is already working there.”David once again chimes in by pretending no offense, “I thought he'd want
At Crystal Blue, Josias and Gabriela now have lunch together.Josias comments gallantly, “Gabriela, you didn't have to wait for my pasta to arrive so you could finish yours. Now your plate must be cold.”Gabriela doesn't mind the cold food at all, as her heart is warm, “Don't worry. I thought it would be impolite not to wait for you. So, Josias, how are things?”“You saw her, Kate woke up—”Gabriela interrupts Josias without realizing how rude she was, “I meant in general, how is your family, your company...?”“Oh, that.” Josias laughs, “Well, the company is doing spectacularly well; we have new projects for the year 2000. I’ll give an opening speech for the Uélton Freire building in Vila Velha...”“Oh, can I go?” Gabriela widens her eyes, “Maybe Maggie wants an article for the magazine.”“Yes, you can go.” Josias nods, “It will be a pleasure.”Gabriela smiles widely and raises her wineglass to toast. Josias accepts the toast with his glass.Daryl enters the restaurant and sees the co