At Silva Constructions, Tiago finds Romualdo in his office, sitting in the presidential chair, meditating with his hand on his chin.
"Romualdo? Meditating again?"
Romualdo seems to wake up from a trance, "Did you say something, Tiago?"
Tiago smiles and closes the door. The boss must be in a lot of trouble.
"I'm seeing you very meditative these days. What's going on? Is there a problem we're going to face?"
Romualdo straightens up, "No, I think it's actually going to be the solution for all of us."
Tiago rubs his hands, "So say, what it is?"
"I had sworn to my wife that if Josias, on returning here, was once more successful, I would ask for my withdrawal from the company and pass the throne over to him."
Tiago doesn't know what to say. Having Josias triumph over almighty is all he wants most, but he also doesn't want to be disrespectful to Romualdo.
"Oh... I got it..." Tiago replied cautiously.
"Do you really under
Continuation of the conversation between Tiago and Romualdo about Josias. Tiago doesn't agree with the sudden decision of the company's owner."Do you understand the enormity of the situation, Tiago?""You're saying you're going to retire to leave Josias in your place just because you can't accept that he's successful at what he does without your interference!"Romualdo nods, "Kind of it. If Josias can do a good job always counting on the blessing of God and that Everaldo, if everyone in Lagoon City treats him with more respect than me... then there's no reason for me to stay here."Josias appears at this point and starts to open the door, but when he hears the conversation, he remains where he is with the door ajar.Tiago counters in amazement, "So you're retiring out of spite!"Romualdo remains calm, "I'm wanting the best for Silva Constructions. And if the best thing for my company is to have Josias as president, so be it."Tiago w
Josias is surprised to see Romualdo jealous of him. He's not surprised when Adrian complains, but Romualdo? A man who is in his fifties?"Please, Romualdo, don't think that I wanted to steal your kingdom. It was never my intention."Romualdo responds by getting up, "It turns out that's exactly what's happening, Josias. I'm not saying you're 'stealing' my place, but you're really being the leader of Silva Constructions in people's minds. When it comes to this company, everyone thinks on you, not me."Josias rages, "That's because of that damn biography that should never have come out.""Well, what I was talking about with Tiago is this: I am thinking strongly about withdrawing and I believe you will be the best successor. The people already love you, the mayor too."Josias is not flattered, "But, you're saying these things like I'm your enemy."Romualdo is impatient with Josias's modesty, "The decision is made, Josias. You can accept it or yo
In the Rocha penthouse, Josias is adjusting his tie in the mirror. Melissa breastfeeds Caroline while sitting on the couch. Alan approaches her.The radio is playing "Be Soft With Me Tonight" by Gloria Gaynor.Alan asks, "Mommy, when am I going to school like my cousins Caio and Junior?""Do you know how old your cousins are?""Caio is seven and Junior is eight."Melissa patiently explains, "So, sonny, you're going to have to wait a little longer. If you want, Mommy can put you in kindergarten."Josias turns to them, "Next year you'll be five, Alan, it's a good age to learn to read."
At Silva Constructions, Josias enters the entrance room, smiling and confident. Carmen is taking a note on her desk."Morning, Carmen! What's it like hitchhiking to work?""Excellent, I'll never be late again." She holds out the sheet of paper, "Here, Josias. Another Europe Garden customer wants us to build a mansion."Josias takes the paper gladly, "We are without a doubt a quality company, huh?"Carmen lowers her voice, "Josias, is it really true what my husband told me... that you're the one taking over the company?"Josias replies playfully, "Don't assume your husband is lying."Carmen shakes her hands, "Oh no, that's not it, he, he... it's always nice to hear the news from the source.""Yes, the proposal was made by Romualdo, I'm thinking about the benefits. Now, Carmen... I want to ask y
William returns from the lobby in a cold sweat. Ernesto is annoyed with his lady's brother practically naked in front of him and doesn't even care about the summons."Mr. Campos, I know I'm not boss of you... but do you really need to be parading around in tiny pieces of clothing?"William responds by reading the subpoena, "I always hated clothes, Ernesto, ask my sister." He tosses the summons on the dresser, "These bastards will pay me!"William turns on the radio. The song "Mixed Emotions" by The Rolling Stones conveys what the former player feels.Melissa appears wearing another casual outfit."What happened, guys? Why are we pissed off?""Sister, Pamela, and Beto decided to take Caio's case to justice. I'm lost!"Melissa doesn't flinch an inch, "You're not lost. Josias won't let you lose in court."William reacts desperately, "They claim I'm a worthless slacker who can't get a job to take my son away from me! Like my son is
Beto receives a visit from Pamela in his office.He ecstatically announces, "Sit down, dear! I have a present for you!"Pamela sits down and Beto gives her the summons. Pamela opens her eyes and vibrates with pleasure."Ah! Is that...?""Exactly, it's the possibility that you'll finally have that annoying boy with you!"Pamela wiggles unoffended, "You'll still like Caio dear, he's a good boy."Beto grumbles, "He's a good boy when he doesn't behave like his father!"Pamela stands up and smiles sensually at him."This deserves a celebration... are you ready to leave the couch?"Beto also gets up licking his lips, "And are you prepared not to sleep tonight?"Pamela responds charmingly, smoothing her hand on her husband's chest, "He, he... I'm a busy, caring mom; I need a few nights' sleep."Beto suddenly grabs Pamela around her waist, "And I need you to moan my name until five the next day! Like old times, Pam
In Beto's apartment, the radio plays "Girl You Know It's True", by Milli Vanilli.Cristina and Pamela sit on the sofa.Pamela starts the conversation, "Pedro is still sleeping. Let's talk while Rosemary has her afternoon coffee.""Pamela, dear, tell me your news in detail," Cristina asks her.Pamela smiles victoriously, "Next week will be our audience, Mom. I'll finally have Caio with me."Cristina asks, "Is everything alright?"Pamela responds shriveling up like a balloon, "Well... the lawyer mentioned to Beto that we would have to bribe the Judge."Cristina, however, reacts disgustedly. "Pamela
Cristina returns from her daughter's apartment and finds Moacyr still waiting for her.Now the radio is playing "Forever Your Girl", by Paula Abdul."Hello, darling. Still waiting?"Moacyr responds worriedly, "I wanted to talk about this Juvenile Court thing."Cristina stands beside him."Honey, you don't need to get involved. I know you'll want to support Josias."Moacyr asks instead of confirming, "How is William Campos's situation?"Cristina shrugs, "As far as anyone knows, he's never found a job again and is living in Josias's penthouse. That's a bad example for my grandson."