In Josias's living room, he and Octavio talk about the lunch he had with Tiago.
Octavio reacts surprised, "Research on the origin of Happiness Slum?"
Josias gets thoughtful, "I know that place was a farm, whose owning family left it to the government. Nothing was done there and the invasion happened. I wonder where I can research about that."
Octavio snaps his fingers, "At the library or at the Public Archive they have at City Hall."
Josias nods, "Maybe I'll go there tomorrow." He pauses and huffs, "There's one more thing you need to know."
"I'm listening."
"I accepted some unusual help from Tiago to get rid of the loan shark. He didn't tell me details and I don't even dare ask, but I think the Bento family is in a position to kill the loan shark without leaving suspicion."
Octavio raises his chin and takes a deep breath before answering, "I don't want to sound bloodthirsty, but I think it's the best option."
Josias is surprise
Josias and Teodoro are looking for the mechanic's shop where Jeremiah works. They enter the correct street.Josias informs him, "Here is another auto repair shop."Teodoro says: "Hopefully that's the one; we've already asked two shops without success."Josias replies thoughtfully, "I think that's the workshop where Simeon worked; it's the closest to his former home.""If it is, we'll be lucky."The two approaches. Already inside the workshop, they are being greeted by the owner. Around them is the activity of the mechanics.Josias asks: "We are looking for a tall black guy named Jeremiah. Does he happen to work here as a mechanic?"The owner informs them in a lamenting tone, "Ah, Jeremiah. I am sorry, gentlemen..."Teodoro senses bad news and asks in astonishment: "What happened to him?""Yesterday he resigned. He was in a big hurry as if he was running away from something. Did he owe you guys money?"Josias and T
Wallace notices that Uélton is no longer as bright as before and questions him, "Uélton, is there something going on that I can help with?"Uélton turns to him and replies coldly, "You can help me get away from Natalia."Wallace's eyes widen. "What are you talking about, little bro?"Uélton replies with depression, "I know you and Natalia are close. Does Vera know that?"Wallace is firm in defending himself, "Don't think about gossiping, little bro! Nothing is going on between me and Natalia. She's..." he gasps, "She just said she's not interested in dating you."Uélton gets up from the couch and yells at the top of his lungs, "She's not interested because she's lusting after your naked body!""Uélton! Stop talking about a young lady in those terms!"Uélton is about to cry. "And how do you want me to speak? I saw her first, I'm in love with her, and she decides to go after you, who is a
"Your son doesn't know who he's dealing with."Despite the tone, Moacyr is reassured, "Calm down, Josias. I firmly believe that Melissa will never pay attention to him. That's why I don't even waste saliva trying to admonish him.""Anyway, we will soon be married and you are more than invited." He cleans his throat, "Now I've come here to talk about a thorny issue."Moacyr just smiles at Josias. "I'm listening, I can still take it.""I decided to get rid of the loan shark."Moacyr stares at Josias for a few seconds without understanding. "Did you find a way to get the police to arrest him?""No, Seu Moacyr. José Augusto will die and the police will never know."Moacyr's eyes widen. "Son... Are you going to kill the loan shark?"Josias replies, justifying himself, "I won't lay a finger on him. He just happened to find out where I live and has information about my fiancée's family. I won't expect him to harm anyone
Josias receives the news that José Augusto, alias "the loan shark" has been killed. He doesn't know what emotion to express so as not to make it clear that he ordered the loan shark's death. Adrian and Melissa wait for an answer.Adrian continues to be defiant. "Come on, man, say something!"Josias remains calm. "Why do you care so much about what I will or won't say about the loan shark? He's dead and I didn't love him."Adrian smiles debauchedly. "Sure, you hated him for killing your worthless father, and that's why you planned his murder!"Melissa turns pale and yells, "Shut your mouth, Adrian! Why are you justly demanding of Josias that he should cry a river of tears?""I want to know if your fiancé ordered the death of the loan shark!""Of course he would never do such a thing! Anyone who hears you like that will think you were fond of the loan shark!"Adrian roars, "He could burn in hell for all I don't care! But,
In Josias's room, he and Tiago enter, the former closes the door. The conversation continues rhythmically with Josias anxious: "I could hardly control myself, Tiago! It looks like Adrian guessed it.""You need to stay calm, master! Adrian will never discover or prove anything. My reprimand was enough.""You think..." Josias clears his throat, "Do you think he's in love with me?"Tiago giggles. "It's not impossible. This obsession of his with you can only be sexual. Freud explains."Josias shakes his head. "No, friend, he's upset because Mr. Barbosa likes me more than his own son. And there's more: he's in love with Melissa."Tiago fades his smile. "Is the rascal still on that idea?"Josias raises one of his eyebrows. "Looks like I was the only one who didn't get it.""Don't worry, your marriage is safe. It seems your fiancée never gave him hope.""I just wish he would be less nasty or Romualdo would fire him at once."
Natalia has already met Wallace at the warehouse and now the two are talking. Natalia is very intimate and Wallace is receptive to the flirtation."A man as strong and muscular as you have to stay around here, carrying boxes and crates.""It's not the job I like, but we have to get a foothold on something."Natalia gropes her arm and Wallace flexes his muscles for her."Wow... You will have beautiful, healthy children."Wallace jokes, "I'd rather my future children take after Vera."Natalia giggled. "Don't be like that! You are quite catty and hot, I would be able to fall in love with your son!"Wallace approaches and replies in a seductive tone, "Why do you want to fall in love with my son when you can fall in love with his father?"The two are very close and close to kissing when Vera appears and is shocked by what she sees."Wally!"Wallace and Natalia bounce on the ground. Wallace smiles lightly at Vera, not f
Ernesto surprises everyone, and especially Josias, by inviting himself to be his secretary.Josias smiles and replies reassuringly, "Okay, Ernesto. I'll hire you as my representative."Everyone is dumbfounded.Ernesto replies satisfied: "I'm very happy to hear this excellent decision, Josias. I'll wait outside so we can settle my admission."Ernesto leaves.Romualdo soon questions, "Josias, have you lost your mind?""No, Romualdo. I know very well what I'm doing."Tiago doesn't understand, "Do you really know? Because I'm completely lost.""This fellow will not leave us alone, and even if he is arrested, just the fact that he opens his mouth and accuses Silva Constructions of being the mastermind of the crime will be enough to tarnish and bring down our company."Romualdo replies in agreement, "I understand, Josias. You need to keep this bastard quiet. We will always be suspect number one."Excuse me, I'm going to
Natalia tells Stacy what happened in the supermarket. The two of them are walking in the Main Square with bags of groceries in their arms.Stacy reacts abashedly. "Natalia! What do you think you are doing?"Natalia shamelessly replies, "Conquering the man of my life."But, you said his fiancée was next door and all she did need was beat you! Don't dishonor our family name, dear."Natalia scornfully retorts. "It's all right with our family. If it's true that every man has a mistress, then I will be Wallace Freire's mistress!"Stacy says angrily, "That won't happen, I can stop you!"Natalia stares at Stacy defiantly. "If you get in the way of my plans, you can kiss our healthy, cousinly coexistence goodbye."But, we are cousins, that will never change!""We'll see!" Natalia walks away stomping hard, leaving Stacy dumbfounded at what she heard."That's not going to end well. I need to warn Uélton."Stac