“Since you claim with such conviction that you didn’t keep your part of the agreement, I’m going to reveal to Josias Rocha that I was the one who gave you the money to save your ridiculous company,” Daryl speaks threateningly.Olivia, however, bursts into laughter. She is not intimidated in the slightest. “That’s it, come on! Tell Mr. Rocha. But I hope you’re willing to tell him WHY you wanted to help us.”“What do you mean by that?” Daryl frowns.“I meant that, if Mr. Rocha finds out that you helped us with Vaztrans just to get the restaurant back, he will side with Cláudio Guzman. Maybe he will punish us, but you would also be defeated. Think, you imbecile!”Daryl is shaken. He didn’t want to admit it, but Olivia had a point.“So consider this deal cancelled!” Olivia declares full of herself, “If you insist, we’ll pay you every penny. But I won’t be your whore because you lent us money. And don’t make my husband have a heart attack! Have a good night!”Olivia turns and leaves the of
In the next issue of Maggiezine, the fashion show sponsored by Josias Rocha was the cover story.As always, Cláudio and Rodrigo were stunning as they walked the catwalk, drawing applause from the men and sighs from the women.Josias was very pleased with the result. That’s all he ever wanted: to help talented people stand out and those most in need.With the money raised, Josias can take the local police station for the residents of Happiness Slum from project to reality. He was talking to Beto about it.The lobby of the Teodoro building welcomes Josias with the song “No Fear”, by The Rasmus. Pedro was nearby, bobbing his head to the rock rhythm.“That’s right, we shouldn’t be afraid because now you will be safer than before,” Josias states.“Is the police station going to get off the ground?” Beto asks excitedly.“Yes, I got the money and sponsorship for it. Melissa will be responsible for managing the donations. It looks like someone will get a raise at a certain orphanage...”Flávi
At Ulysses’ apartment, Daryl wants to see how far his uncle’s pretense goes.“Are you sure we can be at peace?” Daryl asks casually, “You know, we assumed my mom was to blame for her own death, but sometimes it crosses my mind that Aunt Addie—”Ulysses is quick to defend Adelaide, “I don’t think that was it. Stop scheming, Daryl. Be thankful no one paid attention to the finger marks on Adelaide’s neck. Your mother was to blame. The two of them fought, and your aunt had no choice but to defend herself.”Daryl smiles mischievously. “OK, if you say so...”“So we can rest assured that your aunt won’t say anything when she wakes up. After all, what would she say?”“I don’t know. Maybe she’ll say what really happened.” Daryl shrugs.Ulysses becomes suspicious. “The police have already closed the case; announcing a verdict of suicide.”“But did you know that Kelvin and Maggie keep uneasy about the case?”Ulysses feels a lump in his throat. “I didn’t know that! What do they think?”“The same
At Rocha Constructions, Josias and Ulysses meet for the first time. Both gentlemen, dressed in Italian-cut suits, approach and shake hands.“Hello, Mr. Rocha. It’s a pleasure to finally meet you. My nephew talks a lot about you.”“Kelvin?” Josias smiles, trying to be friendly.“Him too. But I’ve been talking to Daryl these past few weeks.” Ulysses responds with confidence and a firm voice.Josias gestures to the drinks table. “Do you want anything?”“No, it’s still too early for me to drink anything, but thanks.” Ulysses goes to the couch, “Mr. Rocha, what do you want to talk to me about?”“Before my wife spoke about you, I didn’t know that you and your wife were spending time in the city.” Josias admits, “And with the tragedy of Shirley’s death, Melissa became interested.”“I saw her at the funeral.” Ulysses lowers his head, “I hope I don’t offend you, Mr. Rocha. But I found your wife’s presence in bad taste. And now she’s encouraging Kelvin the idea that my sister-in-law didn’t comm
In the Teodoro building, Teresa enters the apartment. Beto is serving dinner. Their radio is playing “Luxurious” by Gwen Stefani.“Hey, my dear.” Beto puts a pot of pasta in ground meat sauce for Maycon and Pedro. “How was the conversation with Diane?”“Was Diane Mountain here?” Pedro frowns.“Be patient, Pete.” Teresa approaches, still digesting the information, “The conversation was good. I’m going to take a shower before dinner.”“Eat properly,” Beto advises his children and goes after Teresa, feeling that she wants to say something else.In their room, Teresa is in front of the wardrobe choosing clean clothes. Beto enters and worries about her.“Honey, you can tell me. What truly happened? Is the Mountain family in trouble again?”“They always have been, haven’t they?” Teresa smiles yellow. “Honey, I promised to keep it a secret, so I ask for your discretion. Maybe Diane will need our help if she decides to confess.”“Confess what?” Beto prepares for the bomb.“She knows who blew
João Paulo and Helen’s wedding has arrived... at the Rocha Hotel ballroom.The guests were apprehensive about the ceremony taking place in the same place where the bride was injured and had a miscarriage. But the bride and groom were convinced that it was the perfect place.Therefore, after the priest’s speech and the exchange of vows, João Paulo and Helen become husband and wife.“You may kiss the bride!”João Paulo and Helen smile and kiss to the applause of the guests.Josias is the most emotional of all. Finally, the youngest brother learned that the best thing in a man’s life is to have a wife who loves and respects him.Now everyone was having fun with the DJ playing “City of Blinding Lights” by U2. Waiters in suits and ties served cocktails, champagne, and soft drinks to the children. Small plates of snacks and delicacies were also available. Some guests couldn’t wait for the three-tiered, white-iced wedding cake to be served.But at the moment, João Paulo and Helen were taking
The next day, João Paulo and Helen traveled by plane to their honeymoon in Paris. Josias and Melissa continued with their tasks.In the dining room, he looked at his wristwatch. “By now, little brother and Helen should be leaving the airport. I hope they have fun.”Caroline feigns interest to Alan, “Bro, will you want the same destination when it’s your turn?”Alan smiles, “Thanks for asking, sis. We’re discussing whether we want Europe or some Caribbean island.”Josias snaps his fingers, “If you guys want something more beachy and tropical, Alan, you can travel on the yacht I plan to buy.”Everyone is amazed at the increasingly tangible possibility of Josias purchasing a yacht.Melissa grins, “Honey, do you really want to buy a yacht?”“Yes, my dear.” Josias straightens up, “A lot of successful businessmen have one. Tobias opened the marina here in Sunset Village. We can hire someone to always take care of it. What do you think?”Caroline is excited. “When I think we already have eve
Diane gets up, feeling dizzy and sick. She looks like she’s going to vomit or pass out...“No, I don’t believe they’re both keeping any more secrets from me... What kind of marriage can resist that?”Kelvin is startled, “Sister-in-law, I hope this isn’t a threat of divorce. I’ve had enough of being divorced!”Diane turns to him, “Your situation was completely different than mine. I’m married to a husband who has done horrible things and who doesn’t trust me enough to do so.”Bernardo opines, “Maybe Daryl kept his mouth shut because he knows you would disagree with him and tell someone.”Diane swallows hard. She remembered the conversation she had with Teresa.But she decides to focus on Adelaide, “Aunt Addie said she got into a fight with Shirley and Shirley started strangling her. Someone said something about finger marks on Aunt Addie’s neck, but it wasn’t mentioned in the coroner’s final report. How strange...”“When Daryl and Ulysses stepped in to say categorically that it was sui