In the lobby of the Teodoro Building, Hamilton sauntered over to Pedro, Theodore, and Felipe, a smug smile playing on his lips, exuding an air of arrogance that grated on Felipe's nerves.As Owl City's "Fireflies" filled the space with its familiar melody, Pedro greeted Hamilton politely, attempting to maintain a semblance of civility."Good afternoon, Mr. Lombardi," Pedro's tone was courteous, though cautious.Hamilton's response was filled with self-assurance, "Good afternoon, my young men. It's good to show up here and hear this conversation that confirms my certainty."Felipe couldn't hold back with skepticism, "What certainty?"Unfazed by Felipe's sour demeanor, Hamilton directed his attention towards him, "You don't need to be reserved or standoffish, Felipe. You're correct in admitting your feelings, just as my daughter did."Felipe's frustration boiled over as he retorted, "Your daughter declared eternal love and pledged loyalty to Pete in my office!"Mocking amusement danced
The wedding of Caio and Brigitte took place at the famous Green Park Church.It was a memorable occasion for the Campos family. Simeon was proud to witness his eldest grandson getting married.William held back tears to not cry like a lady. His son, who was once a helpless baby, is now marrying a beautiful woman!Josias, as uncle and almost substitute father, was also pleased. Caio's tuxedo was from Vasconcelos Fabrics and the sumptuous wedding dress that Brigitte wore was from that famous bridal designer.The good thing about Caio and Brigitte is that there is no one to say something that would prevent them from uniting in marriage."I, Caio Campos, take you, Brigitte Amoreira, to be my beloved wife, to love you, respect you, take care of you, in joy or sorrow, in health or sickness, in wealth or poverty, until death do us part.""I, Brigitte Amoreira Campos, take you, Caio Campos, to be my beloved husband, to love you, respect you, take care of you, in joy or sorrow, in health or si
Hamilton checks the mail in the lobby of the Teodoro Building."Today we only receive bills to pay. No one sends personal letters anymore.""Times are changing, Hal." Beto insists on camaraderie, knowing this irritates Hamilton, "The younger generation sends emails."Hamilton grimaces at the 'Hal'. He approaches the counter.The radio continues the tradition by playing Britney Spears' song "Womanizer.""Can you understand anything this woman is singing?" Hamilton furrows his brow."No, but my kids can. Anyway, why are you making that face?"Hamilton crosses his arms. "I think you should give up any chance of us getting along. Drop that 'Hal' that I didn’t permit you to use.""Ooh, we're feeling sensitive today!" Beto teases, "What's wrong? Upset for not being invited to the wedding yesterday?""I'm not close to the Campos or Amoreira families." Hamilton shakes his head and avoids eye contact.Beto tries to scrutinize the interlocutor's body language. Hamilton is truly a strange man!D
Before Melissa could answer the phone, Caroline abruptly entered her mother's office."Mom! Can we talk, please?"Isabel stands up. "I better leave...""No, Izzy. You can stay. In a way, you're involved as Mrs. Mountain." Caroline sits next to the elder.Feeling that the conversation will be about Kelvin, Melissa lets the call ring until it goes to voicemail."Who was on the phone?" Isabel points out."Kelvin. I can't imagine what else he could want to talk to me about." Melissa shakes her head.Caroline feels a lump in her throat. "Mom, I can't believe that Kelvin could disappoint me like this. He's my symbolic father! How did the twins react?""They still don't know," Melissa responds cautiously.How is she going to tell Mary and Ignacio that their father got a harlot pregnant?"Well, then we're screwed. I'll never have the courage to tell something of this magnitude." Caroline lowers her head, discouraged.Melissa smiles and stands up, approaching her daughter and sitting next to h
In the Teodoro Building lobby, Daniela and Pedro confront Hamilton about the delusions of wealth he harbors."Mr. Lombardi, I beg you to leave your daughter alone." Pedro approaches them both."What do you mean? I don't torment my daughter," Hamilton responds curtly."You torment her with this eternal conversation about her being emotionally involved with Felipe Mountain," Pedro complains, "He came here to make it clear that he doesn't want to commit, but you—"Daniela gently interrupts Pedro, "Thank you for mentioning that, dear. So, father, was there really an embarrassing conversation here? Was it this chat that made Felipe raise the partition in the office?""Even Little Theo witnessed the conversation," Pedro replied.Unbeknownst to them, Beto had already returned from outside and was listening to the conversation unseen.Hamilton is a bit embarrassed, but not enough to give up his theory. "Daughter, I think you should take the opportunity to confess what's in your heart."Daniel
Alan and Sofia's baby is born.In 2009, Alan Vasquez Campos Rocha Junior was born in a comfortable private room at the General Hospital.Sofia woke everyone up in the middle of the night. There was no way around it, the contractions chose the most inconvenient time to start.The family was so desperate that Alan forgot to put on underwear and went freeballing to the hospital.There, Dr. Silvana calmed the family down while Sofia was being attended to. From the room, the screams of pain followed by the obstetrician's encouragement could be heard.Until finally, the baby's cry was heard."Mr. Campos Rocha, you can come in. You have a beautiful and healthy baby boy!""Excuse me!" Alan burst into the room.Sofia was sweaty and disheveled, but with a triumphant smile as she received her firstborn in her arms."This will be the first of many, my dear. I promise you," Sofia joyfully murmured.Alan leans in and kisses his wife's forehead. "Thank you very much, dear.""Look at him! So helpless
Caroline visits General Hospital again and finds Olivia kind of guarding the door of the room where Sofia was resting.Olivia frowns and goes on alert."What do you want, Caroline? My daughter needs to rest."Caroline notices the hostility. "Huh? Calm down, Mrs. Vasquez. I come in peace. If Sofia is sleeping, I'll come back another time.""Are you already working as a journalist?" Olivia narrows her eyes.There is a 'trainee' badge on Caroline's blouse with the Marçal Publishing emblem."Yes, I'll take the entrance exam and major in Journalism. Isn't that cool?" Caroline smiles innocently."Yes, as long as you're not like your uncle João Paulo." Olivia scowls."What do you mean by that?" Caroline tries, but she doesn't accept anyone speaking badly of her family members!"Have you read his column?" Olivia rolls her eyes, more concerned about her daughter, "There is an article mentioning Vaztrans."Caroline shakes her head, "Mrs. Vasquez, I definitely did not come to discuss Vaztrans or
Josias visits Crystal Blue to see how Felipe is handling things.He was shocked to see that the office had shrunk in size. A PVC divider had been hastily put up to form Daniela's office."Felipe? What the hell happened here?"Felipe smiles awkwardly. "Hello, Mr. Rocha. Congratulations on your grandson. May he grow up healthy in a happy home."Josias looks at Felipe with a neutral expression, sensing irony in the last part of his statement."How will my grandson grow up happy in that crazy home? Unless my son has complete control over his upbringing." Josias smiles slightly, thinking about the challenges Alan will have to face, "Anyway, what happened for this divider to appear? Did you and Daniela Lombardi fight?"Felipe stands up abruptly, irritated by so many people disagreeing with his decision. "Oh, you too, Mr. Rocha? Everyone wants me to work side by side with Daniela to gossip about a secret relationship between us!"Josias approaches Felipe and holds him by the shoulders."HEY,