Caray, Caray!

She’s had another bad fight with her ex-lover, she slept with her chauffeur the night before, she’s hung over and being held hostage at a hotel. Now her boss/ex-lover wants to know where in the hell she is. Paula Davila’s bad has just started!

CL loses it. Paula promises that she’ll hurry and says that she’s having personal problems. CL doesn’t like this answer. He pays her too much for her to use her time fixing personal problems. He yells at her loud enough that a large crowd gathers around Marely’s desk in order to hear him screaming at Paula. He has Marely hang up the phone and Margay come to his office in order to attend to business. CL leaves and Pastor encourages everyone to get back to work. Yvonne gets a good laugh out of the whole situation. Meanwhile, Paula stands and waits in the hotel lobby.

Nidia gives her best attempt at waking up Alirio. It takes a lot effort, but he finally comes to consciousness. She wants him to get up but he wants to continue dreaming. Alirio changes his tune and decides he wants Nidia’s loving. No surprise, Nidia turns him down. He thinks it’s strange that they haven’t done “it” yet. Nidia refuses again and tells him to get up and help clean the house.

Fernando and Kike talk about the conversation between CL and Paula. The both realize that Juan isn’t at work. Kike has an urgent delivery, but he wants to wait. Fernando thinks it would be better if Kike leave and forget about the whole issue with Paula. Kike decides to stay and wait.

Juan begs Nidia and promises to pay her back. First, Nidia wants to know why Juan needs the money. Apparently, he told her that he needs a new shirt. Juan continues this lie saying that he can’t stand going to the office all the time in the same clothing. Nidia says she’s not a fool, she wants the truth. Juan starts to tell the truth, catches himself and starts a new story about drinking with his buddy, Fernando. The bill was really high and he had to leave Fernando behind. Juan’s plan works. Nidia offers to let Juan borrow the money. She goes to the office and he rushes upstairs to change.

Pastor and Yvonne enjoyed what just happened in the lobby. Pastor comments that “Troy” is about to burn. Yvonne twirls her hair and says that she’s looking forward to it. Pastor compliments Yvonne on having the wits to go to Monica. Yvonne points out that not only did she not get fired, she got a raise.

Paula urges Juan to hurry, but he tells her that traffic is heavy. He thought bubbles that he would really like to talk to her about what’s going through her mind, but he doesn’t know how to start. Paula asks Juan to do her favor. She insists that he doesn’t tell anyone about the night before. Juan takes a weird turn that makes Paula question his direction. He tells her that he’s hurrying to the office. Paula’s more worried about getting home to change. My cold little heart breaks a bit for Juan; he looks absolutely lost.

Two days of marriage and Alirio is whipped. He’s cleaning the house when the doorbell rings. It’s Gutierrez (the guy who created the fake will) and he wants to talk business. Alirio doesn’t think the house is the right place. Gutierrez points out that Alirio said nothing about the wedding; he wanted to congratulate Alirio. Alirio replies that the wedding happened very quickly. Gutierrez wants to get down to business.

CL and Marbay finish their meeting. Marbay leaves and the phone rings. Monica asks for the neurotic man. He tells Monica he doesn’t feel good after all that happened last night. He also points out that Paula missed another important appointment; she had personal problems. Monica says that she can speak with Paula. CL says that he would rather sort her out himself. Monica says that she’ll call later. Chelo comes into the apartment. Monica tells Chelo that she was wrong about Paula Davila.

Alirio promises Gutierrez that he’ll pay what he owes, but Alirio really wants Gutierrez to leave. Gutierrez refuses and says that now is the time to pay. Yadira comes into the house. She wants to know if Alirio told Nidia about the visitor. Alirio makes excuses but Yadira’s already disgusted with the “guest” and leaves. Gutierrez can’t help but express how much he liked Yadira. He even says that if Alirio hooks him up with Yadira then he’ll forgive the debt.

Alirio thinks Gutierrez is crazy. Alirio demands that Gutierrez leave immediately. Nidia arrives and wants to know about Gutierrez. Alirio tries to rush Gutierrez out the door, but Gutierrez tells Nidia that they have a lot to talk about. The group moves to the office and Alirio’s still begging to do this another day. Nidia wants to get straight to the point. Gutierrez says that Alirio owes him money due to some business that they’ve transacted. Alirio owes him payment for a will that Gutierrez prepared.

Paula finally makes it home. She wants to know why Ana’s still home. Ana says that she was waiting for Paula. Ana starts to scold, but Paula tries to rush off to change. Ana stops her and demands an explanation. Ana says that Paula lives in her house so she must respect Ana and live by Ana’s rules. Paula blows Ana off and goes to her room to change. Ana follows.

Alirio says that Gutierrez is abusing his wife. Nidia brushes Alirio’s comment away and asks how much money Alirio owes Gutierrez. Gutierrez says it’s a considerable sum. Over Alirio’s protests, Nidia promises to pay every cent of the debt. Nidia repeats that she’ll pay, so long as Gutierrez forgets about the will. She hands him the checkbook and tells him to write out his own check. He gladly does so and leaves. Nidia looks surprised at the amount.

Paula’s not listening, so Ana goes after Juan. Juan assures her that he was out with Paula all night. He even points out his tired eyes. Ana wants to know to know what they did all night long. Juan’s backed into a corner, and he’s not sure how to escape.

Not only did Paula want to change, she wanted to shower. She cleans herself and thinks about making love with Juan. Apparently, she didn’t forget as much as she claimed.

Juan tells Ana the truth about the night up until he says that Paula ran into a friend. Ana’s not buying it. Juan says that Paula went to the friend’s home and Juan in the house. Ana thinks that he’s inventing the story. She can’t believe he would lie like this. Ana stomps back into the house. I guess Juan’s having a bad day as well. Juan thought bubbles that he’s losing his power to lie. For him, this is terrible.

Alirio’s very apologetic towards Nidia. Because of a debt of three pesos, Nidia had to pay a small fortune. Nidia tells Alirio not to worry about it because he, Alirio, is going to pay her back. He doesn’t understand how, but she tells him that he’s going to work.

Paula finally comes out of the house. Juan thought bubbles to himself whether he should talk to her or not. He decides not to say anything other than to warn her about the story he told Ana. Paula shows no emotion and thanks him.

Alirio begs and begs not to have to work. Nidia tells him he can either work or be in charge of the house. She won’t have a lazy husband. She wants him to work for CL. Alirio points out that he’s never worked for anybody. Nidia insists that he will work. Alirio looks as though he’s about to resign himself to the fact that his life as an independent contractor is over.

Juan and Paula finally arrive at the office. Paula rushes away to her offices. Kike and Fernando want to know about what happened. Juan plays dumb. Kike can’t believe that Juan doesn’t know about the quarrel between CL and Paula from earlier in the day. Juan’s honestly surprised about this. Juan’s really nervous and asks the boys to tell him about it. They don’t believe that he doesn’t know anything.

Paula rushes through the lobby to her office. She stops to speak with Marely. Marely warns Paula that CL is waiting for her. Paula and Yvonne have an unfriendly confrontation. Paula immediately goes to CL’s office. She again explains that she had personal problems. He wants to know what personal problems. She won’t tell him. He scolds her for allowing their relationship to interfere with her work. She apologizes again. He says that’s not enough, she needs to be a good worker. He thinks that she’s showed that work really doesn’t interest her. She points out that she did try to resign. He retorts that she stayed, and with a good salary at that. He softly asks her to start over. He wants to know where she was this morning; he insists that she explain.

Paula says that she doesn’t want to answer. She doesn’t know why she has too. He’s messing with her private life. He doesn’t understand why she’s being so mysterious. They have “The Argument” again. She insists that their relationship be strictly professional. He’s upset because she keeps evading the question. She lets him know for sure that she will not answer his question. He asks if what she did was so terrible. Is that why she can’t tell him. She replies that she has a lot of work and rushes out of the office.

Kike and Juan talk about the fight. Juan can’t believe that CL would have the nerve to quarrel with Paula. Kike wisely points out that CL is the boss. Juan think that CL doesn’t use good methods. Kike reminds Juan that Paula is an employee of the business. Juan thinks it’s ridiculous how Kike talks about CL as if CL is a God. Kike thinks that Juan is striking out at the hand that feeds him. Juan’s going to end up in the street. Juan decides to tell Kike a secret, as long as Kike doesn’t say anything. Juan makes Kike swear. He starts to tell Kike the story, but pauses because he knows better. He tells Kike that he kissed Paula a few times. Kike can’t believe he stuck around for such terrible gossip.

Yvonne and Marely have a secretary stare-down. Yvonne walks over to give Marely some advice. If Marely ever wants information about Yvonne again, she should come directly to Yvonne. Yvonne warns Marely to tell Paula the same thing and not to mess with Yvonne ever again.

Nidia enters the lobby with Alirio and greets Marely. Nidia tells Marely that she came to speak with CL. Marely warns Nidia that it might not be the best time. Nidia ignores Marely’s warnings and marches straight into CL’s office.

Juan asks Kike if he doesn’t believe Juan. Kike thinks that Juan’s losing his manhood. He doesn’t want Juan to lie to him. Juan insists that he’s telling the truth. Juan gives some more details about the night, he just leaves out the part about the end. Kike really doesn’t believe him anymore. Fernando knocks on Juan’s car to tell Juan that CL is waiting for Juan upstairs. Once Juan leaves, Kike mentions to Fernando that they should send Juan to a doctor because Juan’s going a little nuts.

Nidia and CL discuss Alirio’s employment. Nidia wants Alirio someplace familiar, where he can be taken care of. CL explains that he doesn’t have a job for Alirio. Nidia replies that Alirio will any job. Alirio protests, but Nidia silences him. CL says that he’ll speak with Pastor. He tells Alirio and Nidia to go to Pastor’s office. CL will call ahead to warn Pastor. Everyone thanks each other. Nidia and Alirio leave the office. CL calls Pastor and says that he has directions for Pastor in order to resolve a surprise that CL is sending.

Juan nervously paces the elevator, wondering if CL knows everything. He thought bubbles himself into a fury, knowing that he’ll stand up for himself. Before he can go into the office, Paula stops him. She again tells Juan not to say anything about the night before to CL. Juan comments that Paula looks nice in her red suit. Juan promises to keep his word. She even tells him to tell a lie if CL asks. He tells her to have faith in him.

He lovingly greets Yvonne and asks if CL is ready. Juan passes into CL’s office. CL is especially friendly today, even offering a cognac. Juan accepts. CL asks about Juan’s life. He wants to talk man to man. CL asks if they’re friends and if Juan trusts CL. Juan confirms. CL asks for a favor. Juan’s nervous, but CL assures Juan it’s nothing big. CL wants information about where Paula went last night and why she was late this morning. Juan nervously drinks his cognac.

Paula paces her office, still caught up in her personal problems. She’s sure that CL called for Juan in order to get information from him. Marely wants to know what happened this morning. Paula promised to arrive on time to all her appointments. Paula tells Marely that she committed her worst error ever the night before. Marely thinks Paula’s talking about CL. Paula says no and confesses that she slept with Juan. Marely looks as though she just might pass out.

CL doesn’t understand why his question bothers Juan so much. Juan thought bubbles to himself that this would be the perfect opportunity to tell CL & show that Paula has a real man in her life, but he also doesn’t want to break his promise to Paula. CL points out that Juan giving information won’t affect anyone. Juan promises to tell, as long as it doesn’t make things bad with CL. Juan again tells his story about going to the bar. This time it’s a male friend from the school. Juan says that the friend and Paula talked and then asked Juan to take them to the friend’s house. Juan went to get Paula in the morning, but she hadn’t come home. CL stands up, in shock that Paula’s moved on so quickly. Juan toasts himself for coming up with such a great story.

Marely struggles to hide her tears at the same time Paula laments the terrible night that she just passed with Juan. Paula doesn’t understand how it happened. Paula tells Marely that she told Marely because she knows of Marely’s interest in Juan. Paula didn’t want Marely to find out some other way. Marely’s more worried about Juan. She asks Paula to answer a question. Is Paula interested in Juan?

Vocab:
Lio de Faldas – no direct phrase into English but it’s about a man who “skirt-chases” & is having problems with his skirt chasing ways. Hope that makes sense!

Meterla en cintura – to sort someone out

*Steve Martin

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