Ruffo gleaned a significant piece of information from Ricardo Bretch, the secretary of the thirteenth contractor. Consequently, Verena and Guilhome now find themselves the subject of an inquiry.

Vander’s illicit wiretapping proves fruitful. As Ibrahim’s latest undertaking falters from the outset, his wife, driven by avarice, makes a devastating mistake.

Ruffo found an unexpected sight upon visiting his wife at the ranch. Later, he struck a bargain with Maria Tereza, who was shadowed as she walked home after collecting her son.

As always, Bretch approached the task with meticulous focus, formulating a plan and issuing directions to his wife. Meanwhile, in pursuit of Ibrahim, Ruffo followed a further thread left by Luz Maria.

Ruffo followed the trail of cigarettes to Paraguay. News of his solitary pursuit of Ibrahim reached Guilhome, prompting him to depart in search of his companion and bring him back.

Verena was at Ibrahim’s disposal, her fate uncertain. Unable to persuade Bretch to speak before Ibrahim could, Eva sought assistance from a political contact.

Tom Carvalho’s disclosures to Verena and the District Attorney’s office regarding questionable dealings of the late President Gino sparked a public outcry when Rigo issued his subsequent directives.

The newly acquired wiretap recording demands Rigo’s attention; he cannot dismiss its implications. The possibility of Thames ascending to the presidency galvanizes Verena, compelling her to discover a means of persuading Bretch to speak.