At Lagoon City P.D., Amoreira and Ivan want to know why Tiago sent the suspect to another city.“Mr. Bento,” Ivan begins, holding back his anger, “if I arrest you for obstruction of justice, would the underworld machine-gun the police station?”Tiago widens his eyes, “What are you talking about, Sergeant? I don't belong to the mafia! There is an explanation for what I did.”“I’m waiting.” Amoreira jokes.“I’m fully convinced that this whole sexual harassment thing is nothing but a hoax.” Tiago explains himself, “I investigated all the information about Cláudio Guzman for Melissa Mountain's peace of mind and found that he is innocent. Obviously, he must have had his love moments with some girl... or even he must have had a girlfriend. The point is that the children of Melissa Mountain and Josias Rocha saw Mr. Guzman with a girl on the beach at Sunset Village and from there they started to spread the word that the guy was a deviant.”Ivan nods, “Yes, Josias Rocha came to accuse him here
Melissa is even embarrassed to answer Josias about Cláudio, “Josias, don't get upset about this. You know your father does these things because he is the only one who dares to anger the sheik.”“I don't know why everyone thinks I'm a sheik.” Josias responds in a fit of modesty, “But my father... he could have been frank with me. I would be delighted to tarnish the reputation of this pervert who sexually abused my—”“STOP, Josias!” Melissa can't take it anymore, “You know damn well that didn't happen. Why are you still in a state of denial?”Josias is surprised by Melissa being frank and straightforward with him, “Melissa... do you care that much about what I think about things?”Melissa controls her emotions so as not to give the wrong impression, “I just don't want you to be seen as a fool in the eyes of others. You are a kind and charitable man, Josias. Sometimes certain people might want to take advantage of that.”“Including my wife?” Josias asks dangerously.Melissa tries to patc
At Lagoon City P.D., Amoreira and Ivan are slowly revealing the truth that will free Josias from ignorance.Amoreira takes the copy of Maggiezine and shows it to him, “Here it is. Read the article.”Josias narrows his eyes when he sees the photo. It looks like Kate was desperate and Claudio was pretty mad. His fierce countenance reminded Josias of a rabid Doberman dog.But the article hinted at Kate more than at Claudio, as if Gabriela suspected something hidden.“This article is less objective than the article my father wrote.” Josias hands the magazine back to the detective, “It seems that this editor Gabriela wanted to cast some doubts on my wife on purpose. Why did Maggie Marçal approve such an article?”Ivan is bothered, “Mr. Rocha, are you saying that you agree with the writer being beaten and admitted to the hospital in serious condition?”Josias shakes his head, “No, I'm just saying that Kate acted on impulse, but she had her reason. Please, let me speak to my wife.”Before Jo
In the Mountain Penthouse, Melissa was on the balcony watching the sunset. She had a cup of tea in her hands. Her countenance showed that she was thoughtful... remembering the last conversation she had with Josias.Why had Josias been using such a magnetic, seductive tone lately when talking to her? Does he not realize how dangerous this could be for both of them?Melissa shakes her head, reproaching herself. Stop these daydreams, Melissa! You are no longer a desirable and hot young woman! You are now a mother of four and on your way to turning forty! Not to be confused with your 'Sweet Love' female characters!Kelvin comes up behind her and hugs her gently, “Thinking about what?”“How Josias uses a sexy voice without realizing it,” Melissa responds in a playful tone.Kelvin laughs. He's not jealous, except when it's William who blurts out, “Josias better clear things up with Kate, or he'll be single for life.”Melissa shakes her head, “That won't happen. There will always be a bitch
At the Campos Pizzeria, to the sound of “American Woman”, a version by Lenny Kravitz, William is almost having a heart attack with the possibility of Caio spoiling Beto's secret.But Beto risks asking, “What are you talking about, Caio?”“You were almost going to include Little Theo as your son, weren't you?” Caio replies good-naturedly, “My mother made us think he was my half-brother.”Everyone laughs, but William and Beto heave a long sigh of relief.Beto tries to fix it, “Ehr... Ah, Caio, what a scare. I thought I was the father of another child out there without knowing it.”“Wow, were you that much in demand in your youth, dear?” Teresa teases him.“Hey, what do you mean by ‘youth’?” Beto jokes, kissing his wife's lips.Simeon rubs his hands together, “Well, let's set aside a table for the couple. Again, congratulations. Teodoro would be very happy with so many grandchildren. And we still have Vera plus Wallace.”As they sit down, Beto replies, “Yes, they are planning the engagem
At Crystal Blue, Daryl couldn't believe that Octavio wanted to fight again.He notes how fearful Jane is and says wryly, “You better not frighten your wife, Octavio. Remember, we're family now. Even though you want to stop us—”“Listen here,” Octavio explodes, “I just wanted to stop you, and maybe your wife would be sacrificed in the middle. The rest of the Montanha family was still invited!”Maggie interjects, “But do you think we would accept such nonsense? We would all boycott the wedding in protest! We are Veronica's cousins!”“You guys should have thought about that before messing with Josias Rocha, and spreading rumors.” Jane asserts.Maggie gets up from the stool, “As it turns out, we found out that Kate Rocha started this. She showed up at the penthouse and started the gossip.”“And your brother was like a little woman meddling where he had none of his business!” Octavio roars, “And now you are plotting against his wife! She's not crazy, you're the ones who drove her crazy!”T
Moments later, Josias and Katherine were properly dressed and joined with Melissa and Kelvin in one of J.J.'s chosen living rooms. Melissa didn't understand why the lady of the mansion was glaring at her.“Sorry we bothered you, Kate.” She begins, “But we want to know how yesterday's mess was resolved.”“Couldn't you guys have called?” Kate lashes out at the words.“Would you have answered?” Kelvin jokes, making Melissa giggle.Josias is embarrassed, “Sorry, guys. But can we stick to the subject? I think you want to know about the progress of the case.”Katherine haughtily cuts him off, “Honey, we don't have to explain to them. Come on, I'm hungry.”Kelvin takes offense, “Wait a minute, Kate! You accused an employee of mine of sexual harassment and an employee of my younger sister's company is seriously hospitalized. What do you mean, 'no need to explain'?”Katherine stands up, “I won't wear out anytime soon. Honey, hire someone from Damascene Lawyers to defend me. As seen, I’ll need
Josias is very worried when Ivan informs him that Katherine may have problems with the Law. But Ivan seems to enjoy it.“Mr. Rocha, this is what happens when people think they can do whatever they want.”Josias looks suspiciously at the sergeant, “Sergeant Moraes, you aren’t being impartial.”“I should have paid more attention since the day your wife asked to see me and she didn't show up.” Ivan frowns, “I'd waited like an idiot for hours.”“OK, but now she has given her statement.” Josias tries to calm him down.“Yesterday, after you pressed her.” Ivan grumbles, “I still don't quite believe in the veracity of that statement. And even if it were true, nothing justifies the aggression against the editor. That's why I came exclusively for this.”Katherine descends the stairs and heads for the foyer, but her steps freeze when she sees the sergeant, “Darling? What's going on here?”Ivan smirks, “Mrs. Kate Rocha, I need you to accompany me to the district.”Katherine grew roots in the floo