The next day, Pamela opens the door to a beaming Carmen wearing a brown pantsuit and matching knee-length skirt. The only note that clashes with the set was the pygmalion hairstyle.
"Carmen, does Seu Romualdo let you in with this hairdo?"
"To hell with Seu Romualdo, my boss is Tiago Bento!" Carmen leaves the suggestion hanging, but Pamela doesn't get the message.
The two sisters go to the sofa. "Take advantage of Rosemary's sleeping. What's new?"
"Is the other one here?" Carmen asks with a frown.
Pamela grins, "Celebrate, sis! She got kicked out of here yesterday! Beto defended me and she freaked out. Awn, how I love my husband!"
Carmen is calmer. "That's good, sis. Vera has been a stone in your shoe. Mommy told me everything..."
Pamela has a mental snap. "Yes, I need to visit her to talk, but now she can come here too. I'll call to find out what she prefers."
"Anyway, I came here to give you another good news: Tiago and I are
William pretends he is offended by Melissa's concern about winning tomorrow's semi-final. "Is that a question to ask, sis? Of course, I'll win tomorrow!"The two brothers embrace."The other team is also thinking it will win." Melissa breaks the hug."May they keep 'thinking', we're sure!" William is confident, "I'll tell coach Ferreira, he'll love to know that our team will finally be sponsored. And what a privilege to be sponsored by Silva Constructions!"Melissa is happy to have brought her brother good news.When William and Simeon go inside the house under construction, Melissa pulls Uélton by his shirt sleeve, "Hey, come back here, eared one! Don't think the conversation is over."Uélton reacts playfully, "Ouch, I don't play on the team!""But you're scoring a maximum penalty in the love game. What's with calling my mother-in-law a witch?"Uélton worries about Flávia's job. He breaks his smile
At the municipal stadium in Lagoon City, Happiness Slum's cheerleaders were lining up at the box office to buy a ticket. It was the day of the semi-final, Happiness Slum versus Green Park.On the other side would be Saint Gabriel versus Europe Garden. If Saint Gabriel wins, it would be the next finalist team.William was worried about seeing Saint Gabriel's team again when he remembered that it was a player from that team who contributed to the break in his leg.But coach Ferreira gave a nice boost of spirit in the dressing room, solving any doubts or fears that might be among the players."Listen here, champions: I was informed that if we win this match, Silva Constructions will sponsor us." General commotion among players, "That's right, the construction company that is rocketing to the moon decided to help us! Imagine what it could do for us: new uniforms, field makeover, prestige, and even the chance for scouts to look for you for greater opportunitie
Dora and Melissa scream desperately. It's not possible! Again, William breaking his leg, and just in the match that was going to define the future of the Happiness Slum team?Josias and Simeon hug their wives, but in their hearts, they also show concern. Poor William, when will he have peace?William's teammates huddle on top of the referee demanding a yellow or even a red card for the Green Park player who knocked down their top scorer in a questionable attempt to take the ball."Seu referee, it was foul! Aren't you going to expel this bastard?"After a lot of suspense and tension between players and fans, the referee sets a maximum penalty, as William was already in the penalty area.The crowd cheers when the referee extends the red card to the Green Park player. He leaves the field feeling entitled to complain.During the vibration, another fan bumps into Flávia, knocking over the mineral water bottles for the third time.El
In Rocha Penthouse, the party was in full swing.Flávia put up happy songs like "Tonight She Comes" by The Cars, and this time no one scolded her.João Pedro and Caio were sitting on the sofa, indulging themselves with a huge bowl of popcorn. The two became closer more like brothers than uncle and nephew.Strangely, Elza helped Dora by preparing the delicacies and even distribute them among the guests, helping Flávia. The maid, however, wrinkled her nose at this rare expression of modesty. Could it be that the madame was trying to disguise her true temper?William was seated in the armchair belonging to Josias and receiving all the honors like a king. Stacy was sitting on the arm of the chair like his diva.Uélton approaches all party-goer: "That's great, Will! I always believed you were capable, but taking my favela team to the municipal championship finals? A dream come true!"William even has his cheeks sore fr
However, for Josias and Tiago, sponsoring the Happiness Slum team had a special meaning. For Tiago, it was to sponsor the team where he belonged to his family, where he spent the beginning of his life. For Josias, it was his way of honoring Teodoro's memory.Surely Teodoro would have loved to see the team of the favela reaching the finals.After the toast, the men talk a little more and leave the office to join the others.Melissa hugs him sideways around Josias's waist as soon as she sees him. "I was looking for you, honey. Everything okay?""Business, dear, on Saturday. Let's avoid paying taxes to the Government for investing in the team of your old home." Josias responds with a smile."Since the government itself does not invest in the poor people, it is better that we do it ourselves." Melissa makes this republican joke.Suddenly, everyone hears a female scream and a crash of pots being overturned. Elza frowns."That Flavia is up
At Happiness Slum Church, William was present socially dressed with a tie, worshiping the Lord. Stacy had decided to visit him to thank God for yesterday's success.The Freire family is present and equally grateful for William's success. As he is Josias's brother-in-law, it's all in the family.However, when William looks at the Freire family, he can't help but feel that Wallace is missing. Where did he go?When the service ends, all the congregation get up and talk to each other. Uélton is one of the first to go to William."Oh, neighbor, I'm glad you came back here!" He greets him, "I already told you congratulations. What's up, Stacy?""Hello, Uélton." Stacy turns to William, "I better get going, love. The restaurant will open soon and I have work to do.""But today is Sunday, Stacy!" Uélton complains without understanding Crystal Blue's routine.Stacy respectfully explains, "Uélton, today we will have l
Seeing Carmen's embarrassment, Cristina and Pamela decide to act as an organized crowd."Come on honey, accept!" Cristina encourages."Just say you love him!" Pamela vibrates.The others laugh, making the atmosphere more relaxed.Carmen finally takes a deep breath and says, "I feel the same way about you too, Tiago."Tiago is relieved, for a moment he thought that Carmen was going to deny everything and run out of the restaurant as usual in movies.Then he stares at Raymond, "Mister Chaves, do I have your permission and your blessing to make your daughter the happiest woman in Lagoon City?""No."Everyone immediately becomes serious and tense, the laughter ceases immediately. What do you mean, no?After a few seconds of suspense, Raymond makes a boyish face and replies: "I give you permission to make her the happiest woman in Brazil!"All fall apart between "Ahs" and "Ohs". Phew, what a scare, Raymond!Stac
A few days pass. Coach Ferreira is signing papers and documents at Silva Constructions' office. On the other side of the desk, Romualdo runs the operation as head of the company."Any questions, Mr. Ferreira?" Romualdo asks."No, everything is fine." Ferreira nods. He finishes signing where he was pointed out and hands him the sheets, "It's a pleasure to partner with you.""Likewise. As a former resident of the same favela, it's a pride for me to help the community in some way." Romualdo leans back in the presidential chair.The door opens and Josias and Tiago enter."All right, Romualdo?" Josias asks."All right folks. We are now the sponsors of the Happiness Slum soccer team." Romualdo announces with a slight smile.Ferreira stands up and extends his hand. Romualdo greets him.The other gentlemen also say goodbye to Ferreira, shaking his hand. After saying goodbyes, the coach leaves.When Josias closes the door, he vib