Angela and Karen were in Angel's store office.However, Karen was not in the same mood as her friend. Not after she found out that Kelvin welcomed the new neighbor..."How is Kelvin?""Tell Quantium Agency that I approve the idea for the new commercial for our store," Angela replied without thinking about the last question."Did you hear me?" Karen thought Angela was doing this on purpose."Huh?" Angela raised her eyes from the laptop to her, "Oh, you asked about Kelvin Mountain?""Cut the last name, there’s no need to be so formal." Karen crossed her arms and sarcastically smiled."Karen, if you're insinuating that something is going on between me and Mr. Mountain, forget it." Angela continued typing on the laptop, showing she was working, "Mr. Mountain and I just talked as neighbors. He hasn't seen me anymore.""Not because he wanted to avoid you, right?" Karen probed her boss."I think that's what he wants," Angela impatiently replied, "Otherwise, he'd have reached out or called me
Caio and Brigitte talked with William, Simeon, and Dora at Pizzeria Campos."Guys, this year has been the year of engagements." Caio caressed Brigitte's face, "Now, it's our turn.""It feels like a dream." Brigitte joked, "Do you want to sign a prenuptial agreement with me?"Everyone laughed.William patted his son's head. "I can hardly believe it. My son, now a grown man, is getting married! I must be really old.""Don't feel that way, Dad," Caio replied smiling.Dora had a notepad in hand. "So is everything arranged? Will the party be held here, and we'll have free pizza?""Yes. Tommaso will also have a few slices." William joked."Definitely." Simeon laughed, "But we'll have other options, and drinks for all ages."Dora glanced sideways at her husband, "Careful, you and Beto can't overdo it.""Don't worry, dear, we'll be moderate." Simeon caressed his wife's hair.But Dora suspected that Simeon was just fooling her.Melissa stormed through the gate, furious after the confrontation
At the Rocha Hotel, Eugenio approaches Benjamin at the entrance of the kitchen. In the back, the chefs are working hard to serve lunch."Speak, Manager Cogo," Benjamin wipes the sweat from his forehead."Today you were cooking, Chef Teixeira?" Eugenio asks jokingly."Yes, sometimes I need to get my hands dirty to show the newcomers how it's done," Benjamin smiles."You're good friends with David Rocha, right?" Eugenio asks curiously."Yes, the poor boy doesn't have a happy life around here. He has some issues with Alan and Reuben, but I try to ignore it and help him avoid problems," Benjamin replies."Tell that to Mr. Rocha." Eugenio's smile fades, "When he was here and I handed him the report, Mr. Rocha implied that David didn't deserve to be in the hotel. I had called David earlier and he showed up precisely at that moment. A little more, and the two half-brothers would have come to blows in my office.""That's a big problem," Benjamin scratches his head."That's why I wanted to kno
The engagement party of Caio and Brigitte had arrived.Pizzeria Campos was closed for this specific night. The place was decorated to make it look not just like a pizzeria, but a party hall.William and Flávia came downstairs dressed in formal attire. A perfectly crafted bow tie and a brand-new tuxedo made up the groom's father's look.Flávia sported a caramel-colored lacy dress."Darling, it looks like we're the ones getting engaged." Flávia laughed."I know, my dear. Who knows, maybe next year..." William kissed her cheek, "Now, it's our son who is in the spotlight today.""Great!" Flávia sniffles, "The pizzas are ready."William goes to the radio and turns it on. The song "Sunday Girl" by Erasure echoed through the pizzeria."The smell is killing, huh, Tommaso?" William shouted to the kitchen."Everything is turning out very well, boss!" Excitedly, Tommaso responded, also dressed in formal attire."How did Tommaso manage to prepare the pizzas without getting flour on his clothes?"
At the Rocha Hotel, Luís is surprised by the presence of David acting as a bellboy in the hallways, pushing a cart with luggage towards one of the VIP suites."David, what are you doing here? My cousin mentioned an engagement party for someone related to your father," Luís asked, astonished.David sneers, "Don't bother. I wasn't invited.""I don't understand...""The fiancé was raised by my father for many years as if he were his own son. And his father is dating the mother whose son is engaged to my little sister," David explains didactically, "So, to prevent the party from being ruined, they barred me.""Your sister's fiancé is Reuben Freire, your father's secretary," Luís smiles, "I'm getting in with some interesting people.""Believe me, Reuben Freire is not interesting at all. We risk a gas leak at the Rocha Mansion every day." David shakes his head, once again alluding to the tragic death of Uélton."Okay, but I heard you're getting promoted. Do you understand your new role?" Lu
Beto's family is the next to arrive.Maggie wastes no time. "Pete, so glad you're here! Let's take a picture with the siblings on the stage, shall we?""Okay." Pedro turned to Daniela, "Just a minute, honey.""Yes, go get even more famous than you already are." Daniela giggles.Beto and Teresa greet the arriving guests.Josias asks him, "And that girl?""Daniela Lombardi, she's working as an accountant at the Crystal Blue." Teresa proudly answers, "Pete and she started dating."Caroline feels a lump in her throat. How did she not know about this before?Reuben laughs, "He, he, the ladies' man didn't tell me that! Congratulations, Beto! More grandchildren on the way.""Thank you, Reuben. Pete is very happy." Beto looks at Daniela, choosing a table to sit with Maycon.After a photo with Caio, Rosemary, Pedro, and Theodore, the four half-siblings hug."Congratulations, Caio. You deserve all the best." Pedro wishes them happiness."And you, my friend? Who's that beauty who came in with yo
Angela was enjoying the evening alone in her apartment.The doorbell rang.Curious, Angela got up and went to the door, "Who is it?""Your wonderful neighbor!"Angela smiled widely as she recognized Kelvin's voice.Upon opening the door, Kelvin was surprised by the warm reception."Wow, what's with the big smile?""I needed someone." Angela made room for Kelvin to enter."Thanks. I'm glad to be of help as a helpful neighbor." Kelvin sits on the couch.Angela closes the door and approaches him, shaking her head. "Don't do that. You didn't come interested in being a helpful neighbor.""I didn't?" Kelvin asks, seemingly surprised."No." Angela sits in the armchair, "You came to start a relationship with me."Kelvin stifles a laugh."What's so funny?" Angela is in a good mood, sending flirtatious looks to him, "You're a handsome man and you've been giving me a lot of attention. Something Melissa would hate to know.""Why do we need to bring Melissa into this conversation?" Kelvin loses so
Josias was sitting at his office desk, reading the newspaper of the day, with a steaming cup of coffee resting on the saucer.The Economics section didn't bring good news, leaving him worried about how the country's financial situation could affect Rocha Constructions.After folding the newspaper, he turned on the computer. As the machine started up, Josias picked up his cell phone and dialed Alan's number.On the other end, Alan's cell phone rang on the bedside table, but the bed itself was shaking so vigorously that Alan didn't hear the ring immediately.He was busy reminding Sofia who was in charge...Luís walked through the hallway towards the dining room, wearing a tank top shirt and black sweatpants. As he passed by Alan and Sofia's suite door, he could distinctly hear sobs and teeth grinding.Entering the dining room and finding Erasmo, Luís commented, "My cousin woke up in a really good mood today, huh? Cousin Sofia will probably spend the whole day in bed!"Erasmo felt embarr