At Rocha Mansion, Josias is awaiting Hector’s pronouncement. The butler, in turn, is afraid to reveal what happened.“Come on, Hector. I don’t have all day. Did something happen?” Josias insists.“Mr. Rocha... There’s a buzz going on among the residents here. It’s about your son and his girlfriend. It looks like they’re going to take the next step.”“Did they set an engagement date?” Josias is amazed.“Yes. And Mrs. Rocha is worried because she wasn’t consulted. Would you, by any chance...?”Josias shakes his head. No, he didn’t even know that Alan and Sofia made up!“Where is your mistress?”“In the master suite, boss.”Josias nods and heads there.Inside, he finds Melissa in a bathrobe, fresh from the shower and drying her hair with a hairdryer. Her contrite face was reflected in the dressing table mirror.“Good evening, my dear.” Josias greets her.“Good evening, my love.” Melissa answers him, “How was work?”“It was good, as usual.” Josias takes off his suit and tie, “I hear the m
The opening day of the local Happiness Slum police station has arrived.The current mayor gave an emotional speech to the residents. Josias, as always, was there to cut the cord.“...And may the residents of Happiness Slum know that they can count on the security and justice they deserve! A round of applause for the one who helped us to make the dream possible: the president of Rocha Constructions, Josias Rocha!”Everyone applauds Josias more enthusiastically than the mayor. But he didn’t notice.Josias takes the wireless microphone and begins to speak briefly, “Many of you know why I’m interested in this place. It was here, decades ago, where I had to hide after going through the most difficult time that changed my life. I feel like I belong here. So now that I have the means, I couldn’t leave you all behind and not help you in any way possible. Please, accept this police station as proof of my gratitude.”More applauses. Beto has to control his emotions so he doesn’t have a heart at
Kelvin decides to let Josias in. “Come in, my comrade. Let’s see what you have to say.”“I guarantee you won’t regret it.” Josias smiles slightly, “Is the interested party here?”“Now that he’s unemployed, he’s in his room. I’ll call him.” Kelvin goes to Felipe’s room.Josias resists the temptation to sit in Kelvin’s armchair. He notices that the piece of furniture has been changed. Daryl probably took his seat to Victoria.When sitting on the sofa, Felipe appears, wearing a tank top and dark blue sweatpants. “Good morning, Mr. Rocha. You’re back...”“I said I would help you, Felipe.” Josias smiles kindly.Felipe sits on the other sofa with conflicting emotions. He wants to win over the daughter of the man who is trying to help him.Kelvin asks the question, “What did you find for Felipe, Josias?”Josias stares at Felipe. “Do you have anything against manual labor?”Felipe ponders for a few seconds to respond. “Are you offering me a job at your company’s construction sites?”“I hope I
Adelaide showed Amoreira the key to a commercial office. They were both in her apartment.“What’s that, sweetheart?” Amoreira was on the couch reading the latest issue of Maggiezine.“This is a copy of the key to the new Cardozo Perfumes office. Let’s open a spot to establish a base here. Business is booming, dear!”“Really? And who will take care of the headquarters in Linhares?” Amoreira is curious, leaving the magazine in his lap.“My relatives and relatives of the late Ulysses.” Adelaide sits next to him, “I’ll stick around so we can be together.”Amoreira smiles widely. The two lean in and share a quick kiss.“How about we check this place out?” Amoreira gets up.“You seem very cheerful and calm after visiting the Happiness Slum police station.” Adelaide notices.“Josias Rocha assured me that my boy will have protection from the boys of the Bento family,” Amoreira speaks exultantly.“I don’t know these guys. What do they do? Are they private security for this important family?” A
William visits the Housing Department to check the old land of the house where he lived.After being served, the civil servant checked his computer, typing feverishly. On the other side, William was amazed at so much to type and research.“That’s a lot of land, Mr. Campos.” The man smiles gently as he types, “Especially in the case of Happiness Slum. Unfortunately, as it was an irregular occupation, it’s more difficult to determine exactly the legality of the claimed lands.”“It’s a shame. My parents were very poor and couldn’t afford a house in a regular neighborhood. But my sister met Josias Rocha, and everything changed.”“Thank God.” The civil servant nods, knowing the story, “Here it is... Well, the land, as expected, has no documentation. The city hall can, at any time, claim that location and do whatever it wants with it. Of course, just three families have decision-making power in the entire favela.”William scratches his chin, thoughtfully. Three families? Could it be the Ben
The next day, several new things happened.First, Adelaide took her entire family on a tour of the new Cardozo Perfumes office.People were so amazed that they commented that this should be the headquarters, not the branch.“Honey, you should move the headquarters here.” Amoreira says in amazement, “It seems to be bigger here than there!”“You’ve never seen my headquarters up close, darling.” Adelaide laughs.“Well, but from the photos you showed me...” Amoreira laughs heartily.Maggie and Kelvin, however, are dazzled for another reason. They recognize the place.“Aunt Addie... This was the headquarters of Rocha Constructions during the 80’s and 90’s!” Maggie exclaims.Adelaide is startled. It appears that the real estate agent forgot to inform you of this important piece of information. Is that why the rent wasn’t cheap?“Rocha Constructions was here?” Adelaide exclaims in amazement.Kelvin responds, “Yes... between 1984 and 1997, if I’m not mistaken. The person who found this place
At Rocha Hotel, Jane is called to talk to Elza. The two friends are together in the manager’s office, feeling an oppressive and strange atmosphere.Does Elza want to talk about the new manager?“Elza, here I am.” Jane can’t handle the suspense, “I believe you want to talk about the hotel management. Have you really decided to retire?”“Yes, friend. I think I deserve it, right?” Elza smiles mischievously.“Yes, you’re very old—” Jane corrects herself, “You have worked for many years to manage this hotel. And have you chosen a successor yet?”“Yes, I chose my replacement. Do you know Lauro Medeiros?”Jane feels chills down her spine. “I think I saw him around, talking to you weeks ago...”“Yes. He was interviewed by me.” Elza stands up, “I’m giving him your old position.”Jane feels impacted by the news. Huh? This means that...“That means, dear Jane, that I have decided to name you my replacement!” Elza finally closes the mystery.“AH!” Jane vibrates and jumps with happiness when she s
At the new headquarters of Cardozo Perfumes, Adelaide was choosing the same office as Josias. She didn’t even know that. Maggie came in and smiled.“Did you know this was Josias’s office?”“I imagined it. It seems to be the largest room that evokes power. Josias Rocha left his mark on this place.” Adelaide nods in approval.“That’s why, aunt, you don’t need to fear for the ghost of my damned mother.” Maggie winks at her, “Though I hope I can count on you ma’am for another family matter.”“Which?” Adelaide turns to her niece.“Kelvin doesn’t have a job. He doesn’t dare return to Crystal Blue for obvious reasons.” Maggie asks, “Couldn’t you hire him to help you in here? Maybe as a supervisor or representative...”Adelaide puts her hand on her chin. “Look, I was truly in need of someone to take care of some of my affairs. For example, I didn’t think it was safe to go to Happiness Slum to do business with Rosemary Reis. Since Kelvin is better known in town, the next time I need it...”“Ye