Caray, Caray!

Happy Tuesday! Nidia’s now Mrs. Perafan and CL wants to see Juan dance. It’s time to call in a favor.

Juan doesn’t want to give in so he begs off saying that he hurt his knee. Unfortunately for Juan, his plan backfires. Paula approaches him and asks for a dance. CL steps in and says that Juan is injured. CL offers to dance with Paula instead. Why she doesn’t immediately head back to her table, I’ll never know. Juan thought bubbles that he needs to learn when to shut his mouth. Nidia thinks that Paula and CL dancing is a great thing. She tries to get everyone else dancing.

Pastora tries to figure out how to get out of the Cachon mansion. After some struggle, it looks like she finds the right direction.

Yadira’s made up her mind. She’s leaving this filthy house. Marely points out that Yadira has no where to go. Kike’s Yadira’s only friend and that relationship isn’t going so hot, to say the least. Yadira replies that she would rather live under a bridge then stay in the house. Marely gets tired of Yadira’s yelling and tells her to grow up. Yadira’s not going to get back Kike. Marely can tell she’s hit a nerve. She pulls back and says that she knows that Yadira’s going through a difficult time, but fighting with Nidia will just make things worse. Yadira continues to lament her family. Marely storms out.

Paula and CL have The Talk. He points out that this is the first time they danced together. She doesn’t really care. She wants to know why he can’t commit. He says that he’s not able. He thinks that life has given them a new opportunity. She looks like she’s falling for it. She asks him shut up.

Ana wants to know what CL wanted from Juan. Juan’s more concerned that his plan backfired. He tells Ana that CL just wanted to be able to dance with Paula. He summarizes the encounter with CL. Ana sarcastically comments that CL must be very clever.

The song ends and Paula wants CL to let go. He does. Nidia runs up to them and wants to dance with CL. Paula willingly gives up her place. Nidia and CL do some “interesting” moves.

Pastor enters the Cachon office look for his mommy. She’s not there!

Juan apologizes to the Davila’s for the problems with CL. Paula and Ana have decided to leave while Nidia has CL occupied. They ask Juan to say good-bye to Nidia for them. Juan thought bubbles that it’s his fault that they’re leaving so early.

The band plays. Nidia and CL look as though they found a rhythm. Juan sees them and thought bubbles that the good thing is that CL is still stuck with Nidia. He cheers them and their dancing.

Pastor keeps looking for his mom. He’s starting to get frantic.

CL scolds Juan for letting Paula and her mother leave. Juan explains that he said and did everything he could to make them stay, but they wouldn’t have any of it, especially Paula. Paula didn’t like to see CL so happy dancing with Nidia (ha!) Juan asks CL to stay. CL says that he’ll leave. Too bad, CL. The Conga line reached him and he’s the new leader.

Monica and Chelo wonder about CL’s whereabouts. Monica hopes he’s having fun; he works so much that he never has time to rest. Chelo points out that they both work too much. Monica mentions that she’s been thinking about going on a trip with CL. They might go to Europe or on a cruise. Besides, Paula Davila will be at the office. Paula’s the perfect person to run things while Monica and CL are gone!

CL spins Nidia and attempts to make his great escape. He pleads with Juan to help him. Nidia rushes over and asks CL if he’s re-charged his batteries. Juan interjects that he wants to dance with the bride. Nidia prefers CL. They play tug of war for a moment and Nidia wins.

Juan enters the house and finds Alirio. He asks why Alirio isn’t dancing. Alirio comments that his wife would rather dance with others. Juan not so sublimely tells Alirio that he should be a man and make Nidia do what Alirio says. Alirio thinks this is a good idea, but first he needs a drink.

Juan goes back to the back yard and talks to Marely. Marely wants the party to be over. They talk for a moment about Yadira. Marely thinks that this wedding is just the beginning of her problems. The house is about to become much more complicated. Pastor approaches and asks for his mother. He can’t find her anywhere!

Pastora’s found her way out, and she’s found a taxi! The cabby seems frustrated. Apparently, Pastora doesn’t know her own address. When the cabby pulls up to the wrong house, she insists he keep driving.

Juan tries to calm Pastor. They talk about all the places Pastora could be. Pastor confirms that she’s not at any of them. He starts to cry because he’s worried about his mother alone in the streets.

Juan volunteers to get the car so they can look for Pastora. He and Pastor rush from the party.

Pastora demands that the cabby take her to her house immediately. He replies that he would love to if she’ll just tell him where the house is. Pastora thinks that the cabby is just trying to get more money from her. He asks for directions. She keeps telling him to go left and then right and then left an then right.

Alirio rushes into the party and insists that the music end. He wants the “first dance.” CL happily gives Nidia to Alirio. He makes his great escape. Kike asks Julia to dance. She’s worried about her stain, but he doesn’t think it’s noticeable. They go dance.

Marely interrupts the first dance. Alirio’s upset, but Marely explains that it’s about Yadira. Nidia and Marely leave and Alirio find two champagne glasses to console him.

Nidia can’t believe that Marely pulled her from the reception. Marely explains that she doesn’t want anything with the wedding to go wrong, but she doesn’t want Yadira to have a bad day either. Marely explains that Yadira’s still mad and has been packing her suitcase and threatening to leave the house.

Nidia enters the bedroom to see a crying Yadira. Yadira pretends to ignore Nidia, but Nidia knows better. She kisses Yadira and tells her to rest. “Tomorrow will be another day!” Nidia sadly leaves the room and Yadira starts to cry again.

Paula comments that Nidia looked very happy. Ana comments that looks can be deceiving. There’s no way Nidia can be happy with that man. Paula’s sad they had to miss the party. Ana’s sure Juan will tell them everything. The phone rings; it’s Monica. Monica says that she’s been calling and no one’s answered. Paula comments that she was at the wedding. Monica asks if Paula saw CL. Paula confirms that she did. Monica explains that the doctor wants her to rest for a few days, so she’s staying at CL’s apartment. She wants to get away from the house. Paula looks down. Monica asks Paula to come to the apartment tomorrow, but Paula replies that she and her mother are leaving the city in the morning. Monica asks if Monday night dinner would be better. Paula doesn’t say yes; she needs to check her schedule first. Monica finally convinces Paula to come on Monday. She tells Paula that she may come with CL.

Pastor and Juan check the house. Pastora’s not there. Pastor blames himself; she always goes to sleep at eight. Pastor begins to cry and berate himself. He’s a bad son! Juan feels for Pastor and decides not leave Pastor alone. He won’t even let Pastor call himself a bad son. Juan says that they’ll search the whole city, all night long. They get in the car and continue their search.

Pastora’s found the police station. She beats the cabby in front of the officers and accuses the cabby of trying to rip her off. The police officer tries to calm her, but he earns a smack with the purse. The cabby explains that Pastora never gave an address. The man at the desk tells Pastora that she has no claim. He tells her to be more respectful. She smacks him on the head with her purse instead. The cabby pleads his case again. The police allow him to leave, but Pastora won’t let him pass. The police officers help him scurry away from her purse. Pastora puts a guilt trip on the desk man.

Paula explains that she didn’t want to say yes, but Monica really threw her a curveball. Ana thinks that Paula’s just coming up with excuses and is in over her head. It’s better to avoid those people. Paula says that it’s not her fault and what’s more she’s going to the dinner. She wants to observe the Farrell marriage. Ana thinks that Paula should just give it up. Paula wants to know what the real relationship between Monica and CL. Paula says she won’t be played like a puppet. Ummm…does that sound familiar to anyone else?

CL finally comes home and immediately calls the wedding a circus. Monica thinks he must have like it if he stayed for so long. He thinks it was more like a nightmare. He explains that Nidia would not permit him leave. Monica comments that she shouldn’t allow her attractive man to go to parties alone. CL agrees, especially if it’s a Cachon party. CL tells Monica not to force him to go somewhere again.

Marely comes downstairs to discover Nidia in the living room. Nidia’s buying time. Upstairs is her punishment for all the dirty tricks she’s done. It’s destiny’s hammer. She can’t believe that she has to have a wedding night with Alirio. Marely thinks this is a bad sign. He might be a good lover. Nidia can’t believe that Marely would even mention that. Marely comments that ugly men tend to be good lovers. Nidia should see this as a new start. Nidia decides there’s nothing else that she can do. She has to resign herself to this. Marely wishes Nidia luck.

Nidia comes into the bedroom. She announces her presence, but Alirio doesn’t answer immediately. He’s in the bathroom and he needs God. He’s paying for all his dirty tricks. His tummy aches! Nidia plays sympathetic through the door, but she’s so happy she can barely contain herself. Alirio says that he’s going to be a long time, but when he comes out they won’t be sleeping.

The desk man begs Pastora to be reasonable. How can they take her home if she doesn’t know the direction. A police officer tries to help, but gets a beat down instead. She asks for the intelligence agency, but the desk man says that agency is occupied with other things. The desk man mentions that she should have something on her that has the address written down. The ears everyone another round of purse slaps. The desk man wisely asks for her name and says he’ll look up the address. She refuses to give up her name, like a common criminal. The desk man demands to know her name or the name of a family member or he’ll send her to the psychiatrist.

Pastor’s still worried about his mother. He thinks it’s better to wait at the house for some news from the police.

Alirio’s done with the bathroom and Nidia pretends to sleep. He still wants to get some Nidia lovin. He half-heartedly kisses her arm and then immediately falls asleep. Nidia can’t believe her luck or how loudly Alirio snores.

Pastor asks Juan to come in, but Juan refuses. Pastor thanks Juan. Juan insists that Pastor calls once he finds his mother. Pastor says that with all that Juan is doing for him, Pastor knows that he wasn’t wrong about Juan. Juan immediately thinks he knows where this is going, but Pastor interjects that he’s not saying this with a hidden intention. Juan is a great person. Juan humbly takes the compliment. He assures Pastor that nothing will happen to Pastora.

Juan drives home and sees his Palomita in the rear view mirror. He reaches for her, but she’s not there. She’s in her room, looking out the window. She thinks of her dance with CL and strokes herself. Cl lays in his bed with Monica and imagines that Paula is there. No one’s where they want to be tonight.

Marely waits for Juan to come home. They talk about Pastor and his mother. Marely tells Juan that there were no more scandals. Her mother’s scared of the wedding night. Juan laughs. Marely asks Juan why he seems so crushed. Juan claims that it has to do with Pastor. Marely says that she’s going to bed now. She can’t sleep until Juan gets home. Juan starts to say something, but Marely won’t let him. Juan comments to himself that the party is over.

It’s the next day. Monica and CL share breakfast. She mentions that he works too much and should take a vacation. He thinks that he’s too busy. She mentions that they should go on a trip together. Needless to say, he doesn’t like the idea. Monica mentions that they could leave the business in Paula’s hands. CL thinks that would be an abuse of Paula. Monica thinks that Paula’s young and would love the opportunity. As a matter of fact, Paula’s coming to dinner!

Vocab:
Apachurrado – crushed
me salio el tiro por la culata – my plan backfired
Meterese en camisa de once varas – to bite off more than one can chew.
Que vivo! - how clever
ser un cero a la izquierda – to be worthless

*Eddie Cantor

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