In the Teodoro Building, the party was moved from Beto’s apartment to the lobby. Passing tenants discover Rosemary back and greet her.It didn’t take long for Beto to turn the radio back on, and the song “Don’t Cha”, by The Pussycat Dolls, made the people dance and wiggle.Flávia brought a chicken pie to complement the cake while Teresa provided soft drinks for the children.In a corner of the lobby, Rosemary and Caroline were catching up.“Carol, in your letters, you expressed concern regarding your brother and Sofia. How was this story resolved until last year?”Caroline sighs, “Rose, those two are still getting married this year.”“And what do you think about that?” Rosemary asks her.“I think this is absurd! Nothing will take my mind off the fact that the Vasquez family just wants our money. They may be able to manage their company for now, but if one day they have a financial setback, you can be sure that Alan will be the fool to pay for their debts.”“It would be the most natura
At Rodrigo’s apartment, he and Nadia talk about what they can expect in the future.Nadia looks around, “The room you slept in could be your son’s room. He is the closest to ours.”“Yes, and we can install that baby monitor.” Rodrigo plans, “This way, we’ll hear his crying at dawn.”Nadia grimaces, “Urgh... This is the worst part. Waking up at dawn, being sleep deprived, giving bottles at three in the morning.”Rodrigo smiles naughtily, “We stayed up at three in the morning moaning and roaring with pleasure, making this baby. If we lost nights of sleep for pleasure, we can now lose nights of sleep for duty.”Nadia felt slapped by the Truth. “Ehr... You’re right, darling.”“Don’t worry, dear. I’ll share the tasks. I had a conversation with your father and I’ll probably have another with mine.” Rodrigo laughs.The doorbell rings. Nadia goes to answer, it’s Francisco.“Hello, Nadia. I came here to congratulate you. Isabel and Neilton are equally excited.”“Oh, Frank...” Nadia and Francis
In the next issue of Maggiezine, Rodrigo and Nadia graced the cover with the words in bold letters: ‘Another member of the Lafayette-Mountain family on the way!’Maggie was thrilled with the response to her magazine. Online access grew every moment. And her son Henrique showed a school trophy with pride.“Mom, where am I going to hang this trophy?” Henry asks.“We’ll leave it at home, on the bookshelf in the living room, for everyone to see.” Maggie smiled proudly.Adelaide enters her niece’s office, “Maggie... oh, Henrique was awarded.”“Hi, Aunt Addie!” Henrique boasts, “I won the school essay competition!”Adelaide stares at Maggie, “Hmm... That means the talent for writing runs in the family, huh? Do you intend to take over your father’s company?”“For sure. But my cousins Carol and Mary will take care of Maggiezine, yuck.” Henrique shakes himself. He doesn’t want to get involved with ‘women’s magazines’.Maggie and Adelaide burst into laughter. Henrique leaves to show the trophy
At Marçal Publishing, Bernardo kisses his champion son’s forehead. The trophy is on his desk, clearly visible for everyone to see.“My son, writing champion. I predict a bright future for you, Henrique.”“Thanks, Dad.” Henrique is excited. It seems like he is still assimilating the victory, “I’m glad you liked it.”“Of course. You’ll one day replace your old father and run this company, correct?” Bernardo gestures around his office.“You can bet on that!” Henrique hugs his father.Maggie enters the office and smiles at the familiar scene. “How beautiful to see father and son like this...”Henrique breaks the hug, “Mommy, did you come to tell Dad about Aunt Addie?”“What about ‘Aunt Addie’?” Bernardo asks curiously.Maggie takes the trophy, “Son, she’s waiting for you to leave with her. Remember, put the trophy on the shelf in the living room.”“OK. Bye, Dad!” Henrique kisses Bernardo’s cheek and leaves.Bernardo grins, “My puppy. And to think that your mother said he was Jack Motta’s
At Café Montanha, it seems that Isabel has some proposal to make to Adelaide and Amoreira.“What are you talking about, Mrs. Mountain?” Adelaide asks interested.“Mrs. Cardozo, would you allow me to make a storyline for my soap opera based on what you went through?”Adelaide and Amoreira’s eyes widen.“Why do you want to do this?” Adelaide is intrigued.“Because your life story has everything a good soap opera needs: drama, adventure, strong emotions! And most importantly: a happy ending.”“My husband was killed by a car and my sister fell from the balcony of a penthouse!”“For that reason: the villains were punished and the protagonist was rewarded with true love.” Isabel points to Amoreira.Amoreira is embarrassed, “Mrs. Mountain, I don’t know if we want our lives exposed on TV.”Isabel pulls up a chair and sits next to the couple, excited as a cosmetics saleswoman, “Hey, I’m not thinking about using your real names or casting actors who look like you! I’m just thinking about writin
At Isabel’s house, she is already at the computer feverishly typing the general outlook of the storyline she wants based on the dramatic experience of Adelaide and Ulysses. Afterward, she intends to bring together her junior writers to break down the plot into several episodes, among other preparations.Before that happens, Dora shows up at her house, “Is anyone home?”“Come in, Dora!” Isabel calls her.Dora finds her longtime friend typing intently, “Oh, but I’m going to disturb you like this...”Isabel stops typing, “Not exactly. How can I be of help, my friend?”“Melissa informed you?” Dora approaches the computer, “We’re throwing Nadia and Rod’s baby shower. Do you want to help us with that wonderful walnut cake that only you know how to make?”Isabel feels her stomach growl at the prospect of eating walnut cake, “Hmm... Sure, let me handle it. It’ll be a pleasure.”“I imagine Francisco is very excited. He will be a grandfather. What about Jack and Veronica?”Isabel shakes her hea
Octavio almost went deaf from his crazy wife’s scream.“Jane, keep your voice down. I’m in my office.”“And?” Jane cackled, “So I can speak in the desired tone!”“No, my helpers will listen to you!” Octavio reasons with her, “Why do you want me to talk to Josias?”“Elza doesn’t want to recommend me as a replacement!” Jane screams at the top of her lungs, “She’s thinking of other candidates to be the hotel’s next manager!”“And that’s what she’s supposed to do, it’s her prerogative.” Octavio explains patiently, “She can’t give the impression that you’re the favorite. It needs to be fair.”“Fair? Is there anyone more qualified than me?” Jane disdains the others.Octavio tsk with his tongue, “Honey, you took the promotion for granted just because we are friends with Josias. It’s not quite like that. Josias is my best friend, but I won’t take advantage of the bond for personal favors. I hope Elza isn’t picking up on your screams, or she’ll become even more convinced that you’re not qualif
In Jane’s office, she felt extremely offended by Elza’s question.“How absurd, woman! Is it so difficult to understand that I want to be your replacement? I didn’t think I needed to be more obvious, I was afraid of scaring you with my frankness!”Elza shakes her head, “I’m sorry, Jane. But I couldn’t just give you my position without figuring out if you’re ready. And remember: my son will have the final say.”“You can put in a good word of me to Josias.” Jane blinks.“He knows you’ve been my helper since the beginning.” Elza explains patiently, “But you’re still young, and you have Augusto to raise. What would happen if you got pregnant again?”“I won’t be, I swear!” Jane pleads, “And as for Augusto, well, he’s already big, he’s already going to school...”“I know. But when I started working as general manager of this hotel, the fact that João Paulo was already finishing high school and going to college made it easier for me. Don’t worry, Jane, it’s not decided yet. But if you don’t h