Pamela reacts in shock when Josias practically guessed that it was she who slandered him for Simeão. However, as he asked, this can only mean two things: 1) He knows the truth and just wants honest confirmation from it; 2) He doesn't know and genuinely wants to know about her. What would be the correct option?

Josias carefully analyzes Pamela's amazing reaction, trying to decipher whether this is surprise or fear.

To break the silence (and right now no tenant is going down the hall) Pamela decides to take a chance on the second alternative.

“No, Josias, it wasn't me!” She lies.

“Why were you so nervous about my question?”...