When Josias arrived, he was similarly searched, causing further outrage from fans. Why would the event owner cause a terrorist attack? But Josias, as Isabel had explained, wanted to show the others that there would be no privileges when it came to public safety.Besides, if anything happened, the people who were NOT searched would be the first to be interrogated by a thirsty Ivan, and that, Josias wouldn’t give him the taste.So with Josias being publicly frisked in front of his fans, he would be exempt from blame and suspicion. Josias is, once again, smart and intelligent, two steps ahead of humanity and one step behind Everaldo.Speaking of Everaldo, behold, the so-called ‘guardian angel’ of Josias is heading to the auditorium, looking for his seat. Countless cameras photograph the movement of the public and the team backstage.People who are patiently in their seats waiting for the show to start can hardly imagine how frenetic the activity is behind the stage.Alan and Reuben (he c
Vernon should have been prepared, but he was still startled when he read CLAUDIO GUZMAN on the door of one of the dressing rooms. How does a guy who isn’t even a model get exclusivity while Rodrigo Mountain was left out?Disgusted, Vernon knocks insistently on the door, frowning. Elza approaches him at this time.“Dear? That’s not how you’re going to get interviews with—” She chokes on the words.“What did you say?” Vernon turns to her.“I can understand the source of your irritation.” Elza recovers, “This is truly outrageous. Did Josias let it go?”“Actually, he did.” Melissa appears from behind them.Vernon and Elza turn to them.“Melissa, fix this mistake now!” Vernon complains, “My son says Rodrigo is getting dressed with other unfortunates! This cannot happen. What’s going on at this festival?”Elza jokes, “Could it be that Rodrigo threatened to explode here because of this?”“I don’t think Rodrigo even knew about it before.” Melissa opines. She doesn’t know that Daryl spoke to R
Diane is surprised to find her husband smiling.“Honey, glad you enjoyed the show. Up until an hour ago, you were mumbling and making excuses not to come here.”Daryl shrugs, “Hats off to Josias. He and Melissa knew how to organize that.”Diane is happier. Perhaps this is the beginning of a truce... or peacemaking.And so, the fashion show continued. Models in different categories continued to come and go. Some of them were professionals and kept their faces straight. Others couldn’t resist and gave a slight smile for the cameras.When Benjamin and Caio walked the runway for casual wear, they fell into the latter category. The applause was bigger and the flashes too.William had tears streaming down his face as he applauded, and he would have gotten to his feet had it not been for his bad leg.“IT’S MY BOY! It’s my son, folks! What pride, who knew!”Raymond also applauded, “Your son is famous, Pamela. You could be here if you weren’t that damn promiscuous enemy of Josias and Melissa.”
The next day, Ivan was jubilant in his office.A case like that, if solved, could leverage his career! And this time he’s not investigating Josias intending to arrest him, so he’s had the go-ahead from the Chief and Commissioner of the precinct.“Remember, Moraes.” The Commissioner warned him with his index finger raised, “Josias Rocha is above any investigation. If you find out that he did the shooting, close and drop the investigation immediately, do you hear me? We can’t afford to arrest him, there’s something powerful about that man that we’ll never be able to get past.”Isabel said that it’s the Lord’s power plus Everaldo’s support that makes Josias always unbeatable and invincible. But Ivan always shrugs it off, not believing what he says are fairy tales.However, when Ivan observed the security cameras, he noticed that Josias was close to the microphone and with his back to Cláudio when the shot occurred. So, for the time being, Josias was off the hook, leaving the Commissioner
Josias and Melissa are not comfortable with Ivan’s question. This could sound different interpretations.Melissa shakes her hands, “It’s not like that, Sergeant Moraes. I didn’t know that Cláudio was hired, much less that he would be in the swimwear collection.”Ivan gives her a sly look, “But you were overall in charge.”“Yes, I was informed AFTER Claudio was hired and I gave my endorsement.” Melissa nods, “Then, Mrs. Vasquez was in charge of distributing the male models in the different types of garments we wanted to show.”“OK, I understand.” Ivan notes in his notepad, “So, you just became aware that the guy who killed Katherine Bezerra and your current husband’s son was hired and gave his endorsement. Mrs. Rocha, did you not think for a second that someone or some wouldn’t agree to this hiring?”Melissa hardens her face, “I thought so, but I preferred to believe that these people should mind their own business and let the past rest in peace.”Josias massages Melissa’s left shoulde
At the police station, Ivan is surprised by a mob of journalists and photographers wasting film on pictures that won’t turn out well. The sergeant hangs his head and refuses to talk to microphones and tape recorders that are impolitely shoved into his mouth.“Cough, cough, you know where to stick those microphones!”“How rude!” Reporters complain.Ivan takes refuge in his office. Amoreira is waiting for him.“The new issue of Maggiezine hasn’t come out yet.” Amoreira says wagging his fingers, as if he were in withdrawal syndrome, “Who knows, maybe we could...”“We could go straight to Marçal Publishing if that’s what you want.” Ivan sits down at his desk and turns on his computer, “But let’s stick to what I discovered at Rocha Mansion.”Amoreira smiles widely and leans forward.“Mr. and Mrs. Rocha had no idea that Cláudio Guzman had been hired by the Quantium agency.” Ivan breaks the news, “But when they found out about it, they didn’t stop the former swimming instructor from pursuing
Ivan is introduced to Erasmo’s office. He glares at both Erasmo and Olivia. “Mr. Vasquez, we know you’re innocent and you didn’t kill anyone.” Ivan tries to dismiss him, “You were in the seats with your daughter, admiring the festival with binoculars, according to eyewitnesses.” Erasmo smiles with pride. The binoculars served as an alibi! “Yes, Sergeant, thank you very much for believing in my innocence! But why do you want to talk only to my wife?” “Because we know she got out of her seat right at the female models show showing off beachwear.” Olivia turns red in wrath, “I needed to check with my male models if they were ready!” Erasmo tastes like vomit on his tongue when he hears his wife talk about ‘my male models’ as if she were a Madam from a whorehouse. Just for that, he stood up, “Mr. Moraes, I am at the service of justice. If you want to question me, I’ll be at your disposal. As the conversation is with my wife, suit yourself.” “ERASMO!” Olivia whinnies in wide-eyed dis
Days passed without Ivan or Amoreira discovering the author of the attack on Josias’s fashion show. However, they discover more and more about the victim, Cláudio Guzman.After leaving the hospital with a cut on his head due to the beating he received from Olivia Vasquez, Ivan, with a bandage on his forehead, was now questioning one of Quantium’s art directors.The man in his forties wearing glasses replied with a charming smile, “Cláudio Guzman, when he comes out of the coma – because he WILL, gentlemen, I believe so – will become an effective model in our agency. Isn’t that awesome?”Ivan doesn’t think it’s awesome, but he needs to dance along with the song, “Hmm... very interesting, sir. I didn’t know Quantium Studios would hire anyone.”The gentleman is nonconformist, “We aren’t talking about just anyone. Cláudio Guzman has the charisma and poise we look for in our models. He did well modeling for us, and he had success while on the runway at the Sunset Village arena. Yes, people