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2024-10-29 19:42:56Josias and Octavio walk through the corridors of Rocha Constructions after lunch.
“Are you sure you don't need my help, Octavio?” Josias insists, “I would hate to know that you are hiding your problems from me intending to spare me. What's the use of being your best friend if I can't help you?”
Octavio smiles in thanks, “No need to worry, buddy!”
“OK, take the rest of the day off and accompany your wife to her appointments with Dr. Silvana.” Josias does not give up.
Before Octavio protests, Josias turns to Pollyanna.
“Mr. Rocha, Mr. Guzman and Miss Alves have been captured and are waiting for you.”
Josias rolls his eyes. Sure enough, Tiago's henchmen abducted Claudio and Gabriela like in some action movies!
He enters the office and prepares drinks to calm the visitors. Afterward, he goes to the side door and enters the lounge.
Gabriela was banging on the door and hoarse from screaming, “LET ME OUT, LET ME OUT!”
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