Isabel and Flávia appear at Bernardo's office and find a young, dark-haired boy talking to Bernardo. This is Jack Motta, the writer who took third place in the literary contest.
"Mr. Motta, we are very pleased with the reception of your story among our readers. We have received many letters from readers who are passionate about the male lead. My wife tells me that you have the ability to transform characters from paper to reality. Readers are so stimulated that they feel inside the story."
"Well, thank you very much, Mr. Marçal." His tone of voice is bland.
"See, our first place winner will have her story published in a hardcover edition." He points to the book, "And if you continue to have the same success, your story will be the next."
Jack declares with his hands to heaven, "Let us pray to the Lord that this happens."
Bernardo looks over Jack's shoulder and sees Isabel and Flavia, "Oh, they're here. OK, Mr. Motta, thank you so much for comi
In Vernon's office, he's venting his frustration with Elza."You had to see it, honey! Those two with the cheesiest dresses I've ever seen, feeling like two high society divas! I told you this damn book will be Isabel Freire's first and last!"Elza shakes in disgust, "Some people don't recognize their place. Anyway, dear, you have to be patient."Vernon, however, is frothing with rage, "How do you ask me for patience? I still can't get over the fact that you tried to make peace with these riffraff ones and got a near-strangulation in return from that big-eared maniac! How does Josias continue to be his best friend?"Elza reasons, "Vernon, remember that while I was away, it was Uélton who kept my son company, alone in this world, after Tony was murdered."Vernon quips, "OK, that's too bad. But things are different. A son should always prefer his mother to his best friend!"Elza gestures, "Forget it, honey, I get goosebumps just thinkin
At Rocha Constructions, Melissa enters the presidential room. Josias is on his feet, calling Victoria City Hall to get the building permits in order."OK, so I'll be sending a representative to pay all fees. The firm's architect will send copies of the plans and all the data so you can stay abreast of our project. Thank you very much for your help." He hangs up, "Hi, honey! Phew, how difficult it is to build another building in the capital. The new administration has released a civil plan full of new regulations that I can't understand."Melissa soothes him, "That's why Will, taking the updated Civil Engineering course, will masterfully help and replace you."Josias expresses a doubt he has, "Sometimes I think I should increase my academic training with Higher Education."But Melissa doesn't buy the idea, "That would be nice, honey, but you have so much to do and decide... I think you're already learning practically what they would teach you in college."<
Meanwhile, in the Rocha penthouse, the radio in the living room is playing "Crying in the Rain" by A-Ha. Carlos is having tea served by Lilian. Lilian is wearing the classic maid uniform. Melissa appears from Rocha Constructions. "Thank you very much, Lilian... hello, my dear granddaughter! So, did you throw cold water on those quarrelsome boys?" Melissa sits down on the sofa opposite him, and asks Lilian, "Lilian, serve me the same tea, please." "Just now, madam." Lilian leaves to get another cup. Melissa replies to Carlos, "Well, grandpa, the task was not easy. I arrived at the same time as the parents of the boy who was sent unconscious to the hospital." Carlos is shocked, "Jesus! The boy died and are the parents going to sue Benjamin?" Melissa wiggles, "No, he woke up from the faint and swore in tears that he would never bother Cousin Ben again." Carlos raises an eyebrow, "And did their parents get any compe
At Rocha penthouse, Ernesto is organizing Josias's private library, including a book by Stendhal that he had ordered. Melissa enters at this moment."Ernesto, can I talk to you?""Yes ma'am. I'm always available."Melissa passes on the instruction, "I want to thank you for your willingness to always take care of my son and my nephew when you take them to school. However, when bad things like today's fight coming up, don't let them witness these strong and inappropriate things."Ernesto analyzes how pale and uncomfortable Melissa looks, "Madam Rocha, I'm so sorry. I failed to please you. There was a violent school fight and I let the boys witness it."Melissa smiles kindly, "Don't worry, I know you got distracted because it was my cousin. But right now Alan and Caio are thrilled to learn boxing and others savageries that I won't allow. Kids soak up a lot around them, and I want them to learn only good things."Ernesto understands that Alan wo
At dusk, Igor is closing the office to leave. Tiago enters to give him the news of Josias. "Igor, Josias needs someone to represent him at Victoria City Hall to get the Melissa Building started. I suggested you go." Igor is surprised by the news, "Any legal problems?" Tiago disguises it, he doesn't want to be direct, "Maybe... at the moment it's just formalities that need to be done." However, Igor looks like he understands, "And you think it would be a good idea for me to travel and clear my head, right?" Tiago no longer disguises it, "That's right. You're very thoughtful about Stacy, but it's about time you got over it. Maybe in the Capital, you'll find another more interesting girl?" Igor responds with a sigh, "I just hope Adrian doesn't worsen her psychological situation. I believed I could help her." "And Adrian can't help Stacy?" Igor closes the blinds as he replies, "Come on, Tiago. Do you remember that Adrian us
Friday. The Marçal bookstore is being prepared for the great release of the writer Isabel Freire with her debut work, "Love Just Happens". Maggie is taking care of the preparation, advising salespeople about the sales booth, the table where Isabel will sign, how much the book will sell for, and everything else. The Marçal bookstore is the place where Bernardo usually does a kind of test or pre-sale: if the book is a success in the publisher's bookstore, then they will distribute the book throughout Espírito Santo, perhaps Brazil, and the rest of the world. Vernon appears foaming with rage. Maggie asks him, "Vernon, what is this face? We should be happy with the launch of what promises to be our next source of income. The Biography of Josias Rocha won't sell so strong forever." Vernon brags, "I know, the whole world is buying it, thanks to me." Maggie teases him, "And you're the one behind Isabel Freire?" Vernon holds back the u
Stacy is curious about what Igor means. He looks like he's going to die. "So, what do you have so important to tell me? Today promises to be busy at Crystal Blue." Igor is stalling, "How's the restaurant?" Stacy replies wryly, "Excellent. I'm afraid to say the Montanha brothers' administration is better than yours." Igor feels punched, "Marcelo would do his best if he wasn't busy traumatizing you." Stacy is unfazed by the memories, "Anyway, that's in the past." Igor decides to say what he wanted, "Someone doesn't get rid of the past." Stacy narrows her eyes, "Who are you talking about?" Igor impatiently responds with another question, "Stacy, are you dating that idiot Adrian Barbosa? William has been mumbling at the company that saw you two having dinner romantically." Stacy shrugs, "He must have seen us through the window." "Is he the man the psychiatrist approved of?" Stacy starts looking at Cr
The Crystal Blue restaurant is open and the first customers are directed to their tables. Daryl takes advantage that Stacy is still unoccupied."Stacy, what is it now? Can we talk?"Stacy turns wistfully to him, "Daryl, I hope you don't mind all the times I sulk."Daryl smiles slightly, "You need to relax to serve my clients well. What about the romantic dinner guy?"Stacy is emphatic, "This is the problem. He was always in love with Melissa Rocha, but she chose Josias. Igor Bento did me the favor of reminding me of that."Daryl got pissed off, "Don't let that asshole get to you, Stacy. All you have to do is have a heart-to-heart with your boyfriend and everything will work itself out."Stacy smiles kindly, "Thanks, Daryl."Stacy walks away to start serving customers.Daryl opines muttering, "What a disgusting fellow this Igor Bento!"******The Marçal bookstore is already frantic with readers eager to buy