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
At Marçal Publishing, Maggie comments on her discussion with Kelvin to Bernardo."It seems like a nightmare, darling." Maggie twists and crosses her fingers nervously, "Angela is definitely taking advantage of the situation to make Josias jealous. And she precisely chose Kelvin, who was married to Melissa! You know what that means?"Bernardo smiles slyly, "It means that Angela is hoping that either Josias or Melissa will show jealousy.""Will Melissa give in?" Maggie wonders worriedly.Bernardo is surprised by his wife's question. "Why do you think she will give in?""Well, I know that Josias has always loved Melissa. The marriage he had with Katherine was purely formal because of the late J.J." Maggie explains, "But Melissa and Kelvin truly loved each other and had twins. There is a connection in that relationship, darling."Bernardo stands up, intrigued. "Hmm... Do you think Angela is dating Kelvin hoping that Melissa will react as the jealous one, causing trouble in her marriage wi
Melissa feels sorry to hear Josias blame himself for David's misbehavior."Dear, you're not to blame for this." Melissa tried to be patient and understanding, "You did what you could.""I shouldn't have even fathered David." Josias takes another gulp of his drink, "I was drunk and slept with Angela without a hint of love. Later, she had to show up and almost ruined our marriage. Our lives have never been the same since then."Melissa takes the glass from Josias' hands. "You talk about being drunk back then, but you're always drinking inside the office. Do you really need this drink table?""Sometimes, it's useful for businessmen and visitors, dear," Josias explains, not insisting on having the glass."Yes, but I wonder how many bottles you go through in a year. This cognac, for example, is half empty." Melissa places the glass on the table and moves Josias towards the desk."Okay, dear. You may be right about David's upbringing. But I won't stop worrying about him. And taking him to A
In Luís's office, David and Kelvin came in to discuss further what he had mentioned in the hotel lobby."I think I didn't hear you correctly." David joked, "You said you violated my mother—""Cut the 'violation' talk!" Kelvin slammed the door shut, "What happened was a beautiful night of passionate and consensual love.""I doubt it!" David pointed his finger, "You're one of those who can't keep your 'little friend' in your pants! Wasn't it the same with Melissa? You wasted no time in getting her pregnant with twins!""Leave Melissa out of this!" Kelvin roared."Ah, I see what's going on." David smirked mockingly, "Here we have a guy who is using my mother to try to get over the loss of the woman he truly loves.""I'm not 'using' your mother. She loved Josias too, but what good does it do to harbor vain feelings? Life is short, we can't dwell on the past."David just stared at Kelvin disbelievingly.Kelvin continued firmly, "Listen here, kid, your mother is a grown woman and can make h
"Congratulations, Sofia! You're pregnant!"Dr. Silvana revealed the result of the exam to an ecstatic Sofia.Yes! Finally, after weeks of being ruthlessly torn apart and shattered by her hubby in the morning, afternoon, evening, and early morning... she did it!"Oh, doctor, thank you so much!" Sofia starts to cry."Why are you thanking me? Thank God!" Silvana raises her hands up.Sofia stood up and hugged the doctor."You're invited to the baby shower.""Me too?" Dr. Silvana asked jokingly."I imagine you have seen many births in Josias Rocha's family." Sofia released the hug."I was there when your husband was born." Dr. Silvana runs her right hand through her gray hair, "Phew, I think I deserve to retire.""But help me first with my firstborn!" Sofia exclaims playfully.It would be very interesting if the doctor who helped Melissa give birth to Alan now helped her with his child!After goodbyes, Sofia left the office of the legendary Dr. Silvana.Sofia had to first regain the abilit