William feels unworthy of being represented (or being the representative) of the first edition of the magazine by Marçal Publishing.
"What is it, Mr. Queiroz?" He blushes slightly, "I'm a terrible role model to show off to the masses. I've lost my soccer career, I've lost my fiancée, and now I'm about to lose my son."
"Exactly why!" Vernon cheers, "The audience will cry as they feel the drama of your life! Your fans will cheer for your recovery!"
William shakes his head, "Do you want to release a magazine or a soap opera?"
"We want to open a space for your fans to publicly support you," Vernon responds with a feline smile.
"Well, right now I can't think about it. But the proposal is interesting, Mr. Queiroz, I won't deny it. I'll be here for a few more days. Talk to Melissa, I'm sure she'll understand."
Vernon nods frantically. Something told him that it would be better to talk to Melissa than his stepson.
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Now
Adolfo is at Gomes real estate practically escorting Vânia. When the two of them are in the middle of the lobby, he hugs her to scare away possible rogues who want to seduce his beautiful wife."Honey, you don't have to give me a ride every day." Vânia worries, "I feel like you're late for your work.""None of that, honey." Adolfo replies in a romantic tone, "I miss the hour, but you are transported like a queen.""In this case, as a secretary." Vânia jokes and exchanges a light kiss on her husband's lips.Laerte enters the company in a pinstripe suit and turns up his nose in front of Adolfo, who wears faded, cement-stained clothing inside his immaculate company."Good morning, everybody!" He greets in the tone of someone attending a wake.Adolfo scoffs, "From your tone of voice, it doesn't seem like the day is good!"Vânia gives her husband light pushes for him to leave before a fight breaks out. Adolfo grants
Harold returns home with the money from his unemployment insurance installment. Isabel is talking to Flávia while Reuben sleeps in the pushchair. The radio plays Gloria Estefan's "Anything for You" at a volume not loud enough to wake Reuben.The ladies see the arrival of the owner of the house. Isabel gets up."Hi, my love! Did you make it?"Harold takes his wallet out of his pocket and shakes it, "Yes, I got it! This month we'll still pay the bills."Flávia is worried about this phrase, but hides it so as not to ruin the joy that reigns in the living room, "That's good, Harold.""It was Raymond who answered me. I told him we didn't go to Tiago and Carmen's engagement dinner because Josias wasn't going to attend. He said Tiago was so angry that he threw his wineglass in his fury!"Isabel shakes her head, "Too bad, but we weren't going to enter the same space as Pamela Reis."Harold opens his wallet and hands all the mone
The next day, Melissa visits William. He is waiting for the results of the x-rays."I'm scared, sis." William again speaks with Alan's mental age, "What if Dr. Braggart finds out I have pancreatic cancer? That would explain my back pain!"Melissa strokes William's hair. Since he's been in the hospital for a long time, his Danny Romalotti hairstyle has come to a mess."Don't worry, Will. It won't happen. You've been kicked a lot in the back.""I hope the abuser is in jail." William pouts."Hey, I told Josias that when you're discharged, you'll live with us for a while. That way, when you get Caio, he'll go to the penthouse too."William nods. Now his posture changes: adult William returns, "And how is the talk that I'm going to lose my son?"Melissa stops petting William and strangles the lacy handkerchief in her lap, "I argued with Roberto Reis. Pamela isn't going to be able to have the baby all to herself. I made it very clear that y
Ernesto enters the master suite where Josias is buttoning the vest that he matches with his suit. Today it's cold and he wants to go out really warm."Whoa, Ernesto, knock before you go in." Josias jokes, "One of these times, you come in and find me naked here."Ernesto shivers at the possibility and shakes the idea in his head, "Ehr... Mr. Rocha, Tiago Bento is on the phone. He said the City is demanding your return to Silva Constructions to lead the construction of a housing project!"It's Josias's turn to pale and shiver. What happens to these people who always designate challenges he feels incapable of carrying out? Any neurotic pleasure in seeing Josias fail at something?However, Josias remembers John Paul's encouraging words at the hospital and lightly smiles, "I'll be right away."After applying a woody perfume, Josias strides into the living room and answers the phone, "Tiago, aren't you ashamed to prank so early in the day?"Tiago
Josias is at Gomes Real Estate, in Laerte's room, discussing Tiago's proposal.Laerte always liked having Josias as a collaborator for his real estate agency, but if it's to help Silva Constructions...He wipes the sweat from his forehead with a handkerchief and replies to the realtor, "Josias, you know I hold you in high esteem. It's been a pleasure and privilege to have you around helping me sell properties. However, we're partners with Silva Constructions, and if it's bad, Gomes Real Estate goes also bad. And we shouldn't ignore the fact that we're discussing Mayor Ibrahim's order."Josias scratches his head, confused, "I don't understand. Why do they insist that I come back? If I don't come back, they'll give the project to another construction company. And all my friends at Silva Constructions will be harmed. But, I didn't want to be ungrateful and make a decision without consulting you first, Laerte."Laerte nods proudly, "That's why I look up to yo
William is reading the paper, following the Economics section. The highlighted news catches his attention."Lagoon City's City Hall announces the construction of a new residential complex for the low-income population. It has not yet been confirmed, but the contracted construction company could be Silva Constructions." He lays the newspaper on his lap, "Look, that's interesting. Too bad Josias doesn't work there anymore."At the bedroom door, Stacy and Igor stand on the threshold."Hi, guys!" William rejoices at the visit, "Is it visiting hours? I never know, people come and go whenever they want!"Stacy and Igor laugh and approach.Igor responds, "Dr. Braggart is a good guy. I think it's because we don't come in crowds, so he lets us in. How are you, champ?""I don't have anything in my ribs, just pain from being kicked." William announces, "I'll be going home soon, rather, to cover for Josias.""Yeah, I heard Melissa practically ord
The next morning, Melissa visits Simeon's house to check on Dora. She finds her mother melancholy on the sofa in the living room. The walkman that serves as the radio plays "Foolish Beat" by Debbie Gibson, making her sadder."Mother, for God's sake, let's have more courage in your life!" Melissa walks over and sits on the couch. After that, she starts shaking Dora, "Get out of this depression, your son is alive!""Of course my son is alive! Who said he died?" Dora screams looking at nothing as if she doesn't recognize her daughter's presence."Come on, Mom, change your clothes and come with me to the hospital. Will needs you."Dora gives a strange, sinister smile, "Will isn't in the hospital. He's at home, polishing the gold medal he won from the Olympics."Carlos approaches with slow steps, "We've tried everything, granddaughter. Your mother needs medical or psychiatric care.""I'll get in touch with Stacy to see if she can give me the phon
At the supermarket warehouse, Beto is checking a truck that brought in lettuce. The vegetable is in a beautiful and appetizing aspect."Women who go on a diet will appreciate this lettuce so beautiful." He plays with the loaders.Pamela arrives amidst the laughter of the staff, "Very good dear. I see everyone is in the mood."Some loaders stare at Pamela, thinking she looks sexy as a pregnant woman. Beto, however, is the only one who frowns."Honey, the pregnancy is progressing, you need to rest.""I'm going for another prenatal checkup." Pamela responds with a smile, "Don't you want to know the sex of the baby?"Beto shakes his head, "No, I want to look forward to it. I'm hoping it's an heir."Pamela gets closer to him, "Beto, let's not fight over our kids anymore. Forgive me for the smack; I spent the entire night meditating. The last thing I want is for our marriage to fall apart."Beto smiles widely and hugs her around the