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
Josias bought a black car for Ernesto to drive and transport Melissa wherever she wants to go. Now he's humoring the lady by taking her to the mayor's mansion in Sunset Village.Ernesto got a cap to characterize himself as the chauffeurs he always sees on TV. Melissa and Alan giggled and climbed into the backseat when they saw the employee like that, but Ernesto was not offended.When they reach the land, they see from afar the enormous activity of masons, woodworkers, locksmiths, painters, plumbers, and electricians. The mixed noise of the jackhammer, cement mixer, Makita, and drill bothered Alan."Oh, I don't think it was a good idea to bring Alan." Melissa worries."Madam, you are also in a delicate situation. Are you sure you want to go? I can go to madam." Ernesto suggests with his eyes expressing extreme concern for Melissa's safety.Melissa, however, smiles gently, "Let's do this: you stay with Alan outside and I'm in. I see a pile of helmet
Melissa and Simeon will have one more reason to fear Dora's plight.At Simeon's house, Carlos enters the living room. He finds the walkman playing "Success" by Sigue Sigue Sputnik, he finds Dora's slippers...... But he doesn't find Dora, nor the bag she uses to go out."Oh Heavens, where did the freak one go?" Carlos worries.***At Crystal Blue, Stacy sweeps the floor while chatting with Elisa about her hospital visit."William thought Igor and I were dating." She starts to laugh, "He spoke so matter-of-factly that we were both embarrassed to deny him."Elisa smiles mischievously, "Hey, didn't you happen to want to deny it?"Stacy stops sweeping and stares at Elisa smiling, "Well, it's just that Igor and I are just friends. The psychiatrist said it's good for me to keep a solid, pure friendship so I don't think all the men in the world are chauvinist pigs just like your other brother.""Well, but be careful not to conf
Simeon returns from work at nightfall. Carlos is sitting in the armchair with a worried expression."Good night, dad!" Simeon sees his father's face, "What's going on?""Your wife left home and hasn't come back yet," Carlos informs him.Simeon shakes his head in disagreement and sits down on the sofa to take off his shoes, "Do you think she's been doing something stupid?""I didn't want to be sure about that, but she was upset earlier, with one of the fits.""Do you believe Melissa actually went pregnant to the mayor's mansion just to let me know?" Simeon unbuttons and takes off his vest, "She thinks you should go live with her in the penthouse."Carlos gives an amused chuckle, "Does she think I'm in danger being alone with Dora? Poor thing, son.""Well, if you say..."The landline rings and Simeon gets up to answer, "Hello?"On the other side is Elisa, "Mr. Campos? This is Elisa Bastos Neves. I'm with your crazy wife he
Stacy is not only horrified that Dora draws undue attention in the middle of the hospital corridor. She is also enraged at being reminded of Sunset Village beach. Since she got rid of Marcelo, she never went back to that place, not even to tan her skin.Igor turns to defend Stacy, "Mrs. Campos, we understand your pain for William, but blaming someone else isn't going to improve his situation!"Dora seethes with rage, "This isn't about outsiders, I'm in front of the person who triggered all this!" She glares at Stacy, "Don't you remember, you smartass, that talk about how you couldn't wait to get married to Will soon? Now I understand what kind of impatience you're talking about!"Stacy shakes her head and tries to walk away, "I'm not going to discuss this, you don't know what you say!"Dora grabs one of her arms, "Oh yeah, I'm not crazy!"Stacy breaks free and bravely questions, "So, you admit that William was dragging me into bed the same way Marc
A few more days later, Dr. Braggart enters William's room smiling, "Good morning, Mr. Campos! Today we have good news."William, awake, returns the beaming smile, "Don't tell me, Doctor! Am I...?"Braggart chuckles, "You told me not to talk, but I'll tell you anyway: yes, today you're free. Anytime someone can take you home.""Thank you very much, doctor!" William feels like he's going to cry, "I really haven't had any pain in my ribs anymore.""Thank God for that!" Dr. Braggart giggles.William vibrates and claps his hands. It's time to go home!***Melissa hangs up the phone and turns to Josias, who is coming out of the master suite, finishing putting on her striped suit."Any news, honey?" Josias asks with a loving smile."Will has been released. We can bring him from the hospital today." Melissa sings the news, barely holding back with happiness."Great! I'll give the answer to Romualdo about the City Hall pro