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
In the Teodoro Building, Pedro was instructing some workers responsible for renovating the kitchen."Let's get rid of the old tables that were bought in the 90s and bring in new ones. We also want a new paint job in the kitchen. The part where the stove is located is stained with oil and fry, so we will scrape that area and apply a fresh coat of paint and wall putty.""Yes, Mr. Reis," the workers said.Daniela appeared in the kitchen and felt attracted to her boyfriend acting with dexterity and authority.She realized she had done the right thing in choosing a man who exuded command and power.With the lobby radio echoing the song "Baby Love" by Nicole Scherzinger & Will.I.Am, she approached Pedro."Hmm... do we already have the new owner of the Teodoro Building?""Hi, dear!" Pedro turned to her and they kissed.The workers smiled at the scene and left to carry out their daily tasks."The kitchen is going to look wonderful with your command, huh?" Daniela praised him."Thank you, but
"You can't be serious, David!" Benjamin exclaims in Luís's office.The supervisor had not arrived yet due to the celebration happening at the Vasquez Mansion."Yes, I'm serious," David nodded solemnly. "Sofia got pregnant after weeks of being mistreated in the marital bed. My brother, that pervert, wouldn't leave her alone, acting like those villains in dramatic movies who force themselves on their wives just to produce an heir."Benjamin stifles a laugh. "PFFF... Come on, man. Alan Campos Rocha is the most honorable gentleman I've ever known. He learned from his father. Didn't you know that your father remained a virgin until marriage, and so did your brother?"David shook his head. "Yes, Alan remained a virgin, but now it seems like he wants to make up for lost time by turning my sister-in-law into a sex doll!"Sybil opened the office door and was horrified by the last statement. "Huh? What crazy conversation is this?""Hello, Sybil," David turns to her still wearing a somber expres
At Café Montanha, people are celebrating the news of Sofia's pregnancy.The radio playing Akon's song "Right Now (Na Na Na)" fills the café and cheers up the customers.Isabel and Francisco toast with latte cups."Let the fourth generation of the Rocha family begin!" Francisco exclaims."Amen!" Everyone exclaims in agreement.Isabel reacts as if remembering a detail after taking a sip. "Hmm... Should we send emails or call Elza in Paris? The proud grandma will want to meet the great-grandson or great-granddaughter when the baby is born."Reuben jokes, "I better hurry so that you can join the team too, Grandma.""Don't rush, my son," Flávia advises him, "Everything must happen in its own time.""I was proud to see Carol and Sofia behaving civilly." Reuben gestures to Rodrigo, pointing to the heater containing coxinha and fried pastries.Rodrigo serves a shrimp coxinha to Reuben.Nadia brings up a touchy subject, "Reuben, Carol and Sofia are becoming more civilized. What about David?"R
At the Teodoro Building, Beto approaches Pedro who was typing something on the lobby computer."Son, can we talk while your mother is in the kitchen?""Yes, Dad." Pedro continued to stare at the monitor."I heard you went to Crystal Blue yesterday." Beto leaned on the counter."Of course, I did." Pedro smiled contentedly, "I believe I shook Hamilton Lombardi's limiting beliefs.""What did he say?" Beto becomes anxious, "Did he allow you to date Daniela?""He neither allows nor forbids, Dad." Pedro frowned, "What he can do is be an annoying pain and nag Daniela to marry Felipe."Beto's eyes widen. "He told Daniela to marry Felipe?""He didn't mention Felipe." Pedro stared at him, "But I feel like my friend has been the most obvious choice. Hiring Seu Hamilton to replace Pat as maître d' has certainly dazzled him."Beto sighs despondently. "I felt that. He's walking around with his nose in the air, feeling like part of an English Lord's staff."Hamilton descends the stairs already weari