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
In Alan's suite, the bed finally stopped behaving as if there was an earthquake in Brazil.Alan emerged from under the covers, red and sweaty, but with a smile as if he had just taken a break to continue later...Sofia remained under the blankets."I think I heard the phone ring," Alan commented, but Sofia couldn't answer.Checking his phone, Alan saw 'missed call' on the screen and returned the call.On the other end, Josias was already up, heading out to work. He checked his phone and saw it was his eldest son returning the missed call."Finally, the dead are showing signs of life!""Which dead?" Alan chuckled, "Sofia and I are pretty much alive!""Is that so? Then I can't even imagine what was happening when I called you the first time." Josias joked, "I wanted to inform you of a decision before you find out through other means and make a scene.""I'm not David to make scenes," Alan responded sourly."Then you won't freak out when I tell you that David will be promoted to the front
Josias received Angela's message while he was in his office at Rocha Constructions.Alfred was updating Josias on the construction of the event hall that Josias had ordered earlier in the year. "The opening is approaching. Do we have a party planned to celebrate everything together, Josias? Josias...?"Josias seemed to snap out of a daze. "Huh? Oh, excuse me, Alfred. What were you saying...?""I'm saying we should discuss what's bothering you." Alfred sat down in front of Josias, concerned. "Any bad news?""I received a message from Angela saying she's moving on with her life... And she's in a romantic relationship with Kelvin Mountain," Josias said with regret.Alfred was shocked. "Doesn't that idiot know how toxic that woman is?""He knows. He was around when I divorced Melissa, reaping the benefits by marrying her." Josias shook his head, dissatisfied as he remembered the dark years of the 90s."Now he wants to 'reap the benefits' by getting involved with another woman who had a ro
Caroline is warmly welcomed at the Vasquez Mansion by a maid and escorted to the living room."I'll call Mr. Rocha, Miss Rocha." The maid bows.Luis approaches and is impressed by the visitor."Um... Let me take care of this!" He releases the maid from her duty.The maid nods and leaves for other chores.Luis is a bit embarrassed. It's evident that Caroline came to speak with Alan.But as he passed by the corridor, all he could hear was the bed creaking non-stop. Sofia must have passed out from..."Miss Rocha, nice to meet you. I don't know if we've been introduced before, but I'm Luis Vasquez." Luis extends his hand, charismatic."Ah, I think Alan mentioned you to me." Caroline smiles sweetly and shakes Luis's hand."Yes, I'm the new hotel supervisor and Sofia's cousin. Did you come to talk to her?" Luis internally hoped that was the answer."No, I came to talk to my brother," Caroline innocently replied.Luis couldn't conceal his embarrassment.Caroline was sweet and pure, but she w
In Kelvin's office, Maggie was determined to get to the bottom of things with her older brother."Look, Kelvin, I know I'm the younger sister and you can do whatever you want with your life..."Kelvin stands up from his desk, "It's not like that, Maggie! You can comment on whatever you want. I'm open to opinions.""OK..." Maggie didn't quite believe that, but she took a risk to speak up, "Are you in a serious relationship with Angela Souza?"Kelvin was surprised to hear this question.Maggie explained, "I visited the penthouse and Felipe told me.""And why did you visit the penthouse?" Kelvin raised an eyebrow."Because we noticed how interested you were in her." Maggie sat on the couch, "Kelvin, have you forgotten who the woman you're sleeping with is?""No. I know she was a witch to Josias and Melissa." Kelvin answered honestly, "But now, we both are eager to put the past behind us.""You too?" Maggie finds this strange."Yes, sis. I need..." Kelvin's voice trails off, "It still hur