The moment Damião spots his daughter's boss's car parked outside the house, he slams on the brakes while still some distance away. His heart begins pounding, warning him that something is wrong. His protective instincts as a father take over. He turns off the engine, gets out of the car, and quietly makes his way toward the house, determined to investigate without being noticed.

Whatever is happening inside, he intends to find out silently. Every hurried step along the path is driven by a mixtu