Next day. Flavia and William check on Reuben, ready to walk to the clinic to remove the cast."Mom, I can do this." Reuben insisted in a childish cry."No, you CANNOT!" Flavia controlled him as every mother does, "Will is gonna help you to the hospital.""Why do we have to bother Will? He has a million things to do, right, Will?" Reuben looks at William hopefully.William, however, plays Reuben's game, "I have free time today. Your mother needs to go to the orphanage.""Today we'll have two families visiting to examine the boys. If everything goes well, we will have an adoption," Flavia asserts professionally."OK, I don't want to ruin the kids' dreams of having a family." Reuben convinces himself, showing defeat, "Then take me to the bathroom, Will. You just don't need to bathe me!""I'm not in the mood to see another naked man." William laughs, leading the convalescent jokester to the bathroom.Flavia shakes her head with a smile. There is no cloudy weather for Reuben.The door open
Josias crosses Ibrahim Square. Today the weather is chilly, causing our hero to wear an overcoat, exuding a more powerful and formal aura than before, resembling a badass anime character.Angela passes by him and her eyes light up at the sight.She can't resist and gestures to him, "Josias, over here!"Josias freezes his steps and looks at his ex-girlfriend with questioning eyes. What does she want now?Angela approaches as if they were great friends. "I'm glad I found you! I need to tell you something, although I think you already know. I broke up with Kelvin!"Josias is surprised. He didn't want to be caught up in the latest developments."Angela, I think our son mentioned it, but I don't recall." Josias shows disinterest and a desire to keep walking."Well, I did what you wanted." Angela smiles hopefully, "Even though our son didn't say it outright, I know you had a hand in this. And the breakup couldn't have come at a better time."Josias already knew about Karen's pregnancy, but
Matthew realizes Erasmo had already devised a plan of blackmail and intrigue."Tell me, Mr. Vasquez," He asks with a sour expression, "did you and your wife plan this scheme, sacrificing her as an adulteress just to have something against me?""Of course not!" Erasmo lies shamelessly, deserving the Best Actor Oscar, "You took advantage of my dear wife, and now I want to capitalize on that. Or would you prefer to be fired?""I don't see how I would be fired. The indiscretion didn't happen at the hospital." Matthew tries to defend himself."When I make a scene - and believe me, I WILL - the hospital management will have no choice but to fire you. They'll take advantage of your mother's retirement and get rid of all the Hogan family members from this immaculate and respected hospital," Erasmo declares diabolically."Leave my mother out of this, you sly fox!" Matthew growls."So, do we have a deal? Instead of me stirring up Josias Rocha's anger by mentioning your indiscretion and strange
Alan appears at Rocha Constructions. Josias hears noises from his office and discerns that his eldest son is in the adjacent room.As he moves towards Alan's office, Josias sees his eldest son sitting on the edge of the desk, looking strangely at the picture frame of himself and Sofia smiling on their wedding day."Don't tell me you're reconsidering this wonderful union, son." Josias closes the door and approaches Alan cautiously."Is that what you expect, Dad?" Alan lifts his head and meets his father's gaze.Alan's teary eyes are like daggers in Josias's heart. He is moved by his son's suffering."Alan, listen to me." Josias begins to comfort him, "I know you feel betrayed and deceived. Have you talked to your wife?""She was shocked, outraged, and swore she knew nothing," Alan replies with a trembling voice."Perhaps she truly doesn't know." Josias tries to see the bright side, "Maybe she's as surprised as you are.""I want to believe that, Dad." Alan sighs heavily."I know Carol's
Later that day, Erasmo was in his office, still pondering over what his daughter lamented in his kitchen. Sofia's voice echoed as a haunting memory in his mind..."What do I do then, Dad?" Sofia's voice trembles, "Alan stormed out of here like a bull. Daniela Lombardi was here telling me Caroline is badmouthing people who have nothing to do with our affairs. We're at war!""Yes, daughter, we are at war. And we'll win." Erasmo grits his teeth in indignation.If Josias doesn't discipline his daughter, then he will!Erasmo picks up his phone and dials Matthew's number, saved in his contacts list.Back at the hospital, Matthew answers the call at his desk while immersed in reviewing other patients' exams.Matthew smiles ironically and answers, "My, my, are we in a hurry, huh?""Shut up!" Erasmo bellows, "I want to confirm our deal. Patients interrupted our talk.""I should have taken advantage when Will Campos was around to tell the whole truth." Matthew hints.Erasmo is shocked. "He was
Josias takes Alan for tea at Café Montanha. Francisco happened to be there and led the gentlemen and friends to the kitchen.There, Alan's nerves relaxed as he sipped passion fruit tea.They could hear Ne-Yo's song "Mad" echoing from the cafeteria."So, Alan, how's the tea?" Francisco asked with concern."It's good, Francisco. Thank you very much." Alan smiled weakly."My boy is almost having a nervous breakdown because of dishonest people, Francisco." Josias frowned, wanting to take justice into his own hands.Francisco shook his head. "Your brother wrote an article about the bus with the flat tire. According to what I read, if the driver hadn't been skilled, the bus could have overturned on the highway, killing the passengers!"Josias grew darker. "If that happened, Vaztrans wouldn't have the money to compensate the families!""We need to resolve this dilemma." Alan started to feel encouraged.Francisco looked at the younger man, feeling sorry for him. "What happened to the part whe
Erasmo showed up again at Matthew's office. No one found it strange; after all, he was a patient consulting a doctor.Only Matthew felt completely awkward and kept a sour expression as he handed Erasmo the fraudulent results of his back."Wow! Looks like I'll be paralyzed!" Erasmo mocked, pushing his luck, "No one would understand with that doctor jargon.""I made it as specific as possible so that no one would understand in case someone wanted to read it," Matthew informed him, feeling uncomfortable, "Now, let's go over to that examination table. Sit down so I can prepare a bandage. People need to see you immobilized in some way.""OK, you've thought of everything, huh?" Erasmo didn't let up on the mockery."I'm thinking about my mother's peace," Matthew replied dryly."No need to be angry. We're both doing each other favors." Erasmo winked, thoroughly enjoying himself.With this, Matthew had no more doubts that Erasmo had sent Olivia on purpose to seduce him.******Rocha Hotel, sup
At LCN, João Paulo received a visit from Maggie to discuss the arrangement with Caroline.The aunt was somewhat shocked to see how João Paulo and Helen were fuming with anger after the confrontation with Sofia."What? The woman who just gave birth is wandering around the city, causing scandals and threatening journalists? Where's the free press in this country?" Maggie exclaimed in disbelief.Helen sat on her husband's lap. "No one shouts at my husband like that. I came wanting to visit him, and I found her screaming like a possessed woman.""Easy, dear. These matters should be handled by me." João Paulo responded lovingly, trying to calm her down, "You have to deal with matters at Cardozo Perfumes.""Yes, I do need to. But I wanted to see you." Helen caressed her husband's face.Maggie smiled to see that everything was fine. "Anyway, I asked Caroline to remain neutral in Maggiezine's articles. You're already attacking that crazy family enough. Although...""Tell us, Maggie!" João Pau