In the next issue of Maggiezine, Josias was smiling and imperial on the cover, with bold letters catching the readers' attention: JOSIAS ROCHA IS ALIVE!The furor and commotion were intense, not only in Lagoon City but throughout Espírito Santo. Reporters flocked to the penthouse to try an exclusive, but Josias wasn't there, and Melissa declined to comment.It coincided with the inauguration of the LCN station, and as the first attraction, Josias Rocha appeared to be interviewed.The interviewer and owner of the program, Lisandro Torres, had a smile so wide that Josias felt like his dentist.“And here we are on our first show, inaugurating this wonderful channel that is LCN, Lagoon City Network!”The audience applauded enthusiastically without the need for the neon sign to indicate this.“Josias, can you explain to us what happened?” Lisandro begins the interview, “We were all extremely concerned and deeply regretted your absence.”Josias maintained a captivating smile that assured th
Isabel is very pleased with the choice of the actress to be the heroine of 'Love Just Happens'. The two walk through the halls, each with a copy of the script in hand.“I am very honored to take on the role, Mrs. Freire.” The actress comments in a humble tone.“The pleasure is mine. Remember, I wrote a decent and honorable book for women in love who are into romance. The heroine does not behave like Pamela Chaves.”“And who is Pamela Chaves?”“See, this is the problem.” Isabel makes a joke.The two ladies laugh heartily. And that's when they approach Elza, João Paulo, and Josias.“Isabel Freire hanging out with television artists.” Josias comments, satisfied.Isabel smiles at the three of them, “And I'm not walking around as a fan, but as part of the production of a show.”João Paulo's eyes shine, “Is this Nadine? Mom, can I get her autograph?”“Sure!” Elza allows between laughs. Where is Vernon to see that their son is really interested in the opposite sex?As Nadine attends to yet a
At the Rocha Hotel construction site, amidst the noise of drills and cement mixers, Uélton, Simeon and Adolfo find a way to chat about Josias's return.“Obviously, we're going to have to throw a massive party to celebrate in style on his penthouse!” Uélton, as always, is the most excited of the group.“I don't know, Uélton.” Simeon is hesitant. He already knows about Josias Junior's existence and that Melissa wants a divorce.“Come on, brother-in-law, it will be nice.” Adolfo joins Uélton, “The whole of Espírito Santo celebrated watching the program, now it's our turn to celebrate as a family.”“Am I included as a family?” Uélton asks, making the others laugh.Obviously yes, since Uélton is married to Melissa's cousin.“I will see with my mother what the best day will be for her to help prepare the food and drinks.” Uélton continues.“Yes, your mother has now become a soap opera producer!” Simeon responds in a complimentary tone.“She doesn't sit in the production, she just has carte
Carmen feels strange when she sees Uélton walk through the glass door with his clothes dirty with dust and concrete.“Uélton, shouldn't you go home?” She attends to him.“I need to speak urgently to my best friend and symbolic brother,” Uélton responds as if he were desperate.“Calm down, Josias won't fly away.” Carmen laughs at her joke.Uélton pretends to be offended, “Very funny, ma'am! We already lost him once, we can't lose him again.”Josias strides to leave, “Oh, hello, Uélton. I'm on my way out, do you need anything?”“I want to talk to you about the party we need to have in your penthouse,” Uélton speaks expansively.Carmen is interested and faces Josias.But Josias lowers his head, “Ehr... let's talk on the way to the police station.”Carmen understands that Josias is going to visit Adrian to peel him and sits down to do her chores.Uélton and Josias leave.******Haroldo visits LCN facilities with Reuben. The two, carrying the visitor's badge, find Isabel with Jack Motta ta
This Sunday is the day the citizens of Lagoon City will choose a new mayor.According to the electoral law, Tobias Ibrahim could not run as a candidate because his father has already served as mayor for two terms. After all, we are in a democracy, not a monarchy.However, that would not mean that Tobias would stay out of public life. In the polling area where voting is taking place, he is explaining to Josias his plans for the future.“You won't see me around here, Josias. Glad I had time to say goodbye to a great friend.”“Where are you going?” Josias asks curiously.“I am traveling to the United States.” Tobias proudly replies, “Is there a better place to learn about the Rule of Law than Uncle Sam's land?”“Hum, interesting. When you come back, you will have cultural baggage and preparation to win in the first round.” Josias so desires.“I wish, Josias...” Tobias laughs, “By the way, I watched Lisandro's show. You did very well.”“Thanks. Everything went well, except for my marriage
Unaware that Uélton is attacking the strawberry pie, Melissa talks to Simeon and Dora in the master suite.“Mom, Dad... it's with immense regret that I've decided to cancel plans to get back together with Josias.”Simeon punches the mattress on her bed, “Daughter, no!”Dora is distressed, “Dear daughter, and your status as Madam Rocha, how gets it?”Melissa wiggles in displeasure, “Don't even remind me of that, Mom. I was willing to forgive Josias for getting Angela pregnant. But now he has one more child fathered by another slut. Is this how my life will be? Every time Josias is away from me, is he going to impregnate another random woman?”Simeon tries to defend his son-in-law, “Daughter, what happened to Josias were extreme situations. It will not become a habit.”“Is it not, father? I don't want to pay to see it. Now it's two out-of-wedlock children who will give us trouble and headaches when they become adults. And what's worse: they are two boys. They will grow up to be jealous
In the Rocha penthouse, Melissa continues to reason with her parents about her and Josias's divorce.“Mom, Dad, I hope you accept my decision,” she begs.Simeon makes a face as he sucked on a lemon, “I don't know... what will become of you when the divorce is finalized?”“Well, we're literally going to carry on as if Josias is dead.” Melissa gets up and goes to the dressing table, “I will continue to live in the penthouse with my children, Ernesto and Lilian will remain here, Elza and João Paulo will continue with the R$250,000.00 they inherited... nothing has changed.”“And Will is gonna worsen his behavior at the company and home.” Dora rolls her eyes.“Will was already nasty when Josias wasn't here.” Melissa asserts, “He will be put in his place in the company, once Josias has reasserted the throne.”Simeon gets up from the bed, “So there's no way? How are we going to explain it to the public, your fans?”Melissa is already uncomfortable with the conversation, “We didn't have time
Simeon and Dora return home, devastated by Melissa's confirmation of divorce.When they enter, they find William watching TV, the music video for “Everything About You” by Ugly Kid Joe.“Hello, guys!” William tries to be kind, “How was visiting my dear sister?”“You still ask?” Simeon collapses in the armchair, “Your sister is going to divorce anyway.”William laughs heartily.Dora crosses her arms and takes a good look at her son: lying on the couch, shirtless, with grubby shorts, several cans of beer on the coffee table, and crumbs of potato chips.“Will, have you been overdoing the cans?” Dora gives her son a light slap to straighten himself up on the couch, “You're the one who's going to sweep up these crumbs.”“I celebrated in advance.” William sits up, “It's good to know that Melissa has come to her senses. When will she come back here?”Simeon and Dora got appalled.“What question is that? Melissa can't come back here!” Simeon thunders.“Oh, I need to move first, right? Okay, t