Caray, Caray!

Happy Thursday, I'm filling in for Sylvia! It’s sad to say, but this is my final "Querendon" re-cap. If anyone wants to take my place, please e-mail Melinama ASAP. It’s been a blast doing these re-caps and I’m going to miss everyone! I hope you all have a delightful Año Nuevo and I’ll see you all soon. (Jaime Camil started filming a new novela so you know I’m all over that one!)

CL can’t believe that Paula really wants a divorce. Paula tries to make him see that it’s the best thing for the both of them, but he thinks they’re just going through a crisis and need some time to figure out things. Paula does not agree; they’re just putting off the inevitable. They see life too differently and want different things. CL still thinks they should give their love a chance. He weeps as he proclaims that he loves and adores Paula. He doesn’t want to lose her. CL stands behind her and begs. He’ll do whatever it takes to keep her by his side. Paula cries, but there is no sign that she’s going to cave. He cries harder and please with her not to leave him.

Juan tries to explain why he came back to Archichipico like he did. He couldn’t come back home a loser. Anga sarcastically retorts that it was better that Juan came back like a carnival king, a lie. He asks Juan if that is what Juan thinks is a successful man. Juan agrees that it is not. Juan says that he honestly wanted to use the businessman to help his people. Juan pleads with Anga not to throw in the towel and destroy Juan’s dream. Anga agrees to help Juan because he sees something sincere in Juan (just not his words) and because it would be agreeable to Anga. Anga thinks there’s no other path than to become business partners. Juan thinks to himself that he is thankful for this ambitious man who will save him. Juan tells Anga that he doesn’t believe in coincidences; he believes in divine providence. He thinks this is why Anga and Juan are sitting at the same table talking business.

CL tries to come up with solutions, Paula living with her mother, psychologists. Paula doesn’t believe his promises and doesn’t think they will help. CL continues to beg and asks for one last chance. Paula stupidly says that she doesn’t know. CL tells Paula that the love he shared with her was the most valuable of his life. He’s only asking for one more chance. Paula hugs him and agrees to give one more chance. She wants to make it clear that if it doesn’t work out this time, he may not ask her for another chance. CL promises and tells Paula that she won’t regret her decision.

Juan and Anga continue to talk business. Anga wants to make sure that this business is squared away. Juan confirms for Anga that Akito’s papers give him all the information he needs to conduct the business and take care of any competition. Anga mentions that he researched and couldn’t find any prospective competition. Juan tells Anga that he should know that Farrell Industries is a possible competition. Anga doesn’t like this news; he thinks it’s a serious problem. Juan doesn’t think that it makes things impossible. Anga appreciates Juan’s spirit and optimism.

Monica sees Paula leaving CL’s office and immediately calls Pastor. Her nosy butt wants Pastor to find out what was said and tell her everything. Pastor nervously agrees. He leaves his office while Monica watches him approach CL’s office.

Guti, Alirio and some man I’ve never seen before talk about software. The unknown man says that he’s installed this software in many business and that he’s never had a complaint because it’s always functioned perfectly. Aliro’s not so sure; he thinks it’s a little dangerous. The man assures Alirio that everything’s under control. Whenever they want the software; all they need to do is notify him and pay him. Alirio pulls Guti to the side. Alirio tries to give excuses for not doing this, but the man interrupts. He gives Alirio an assessment of how much money he can make. Alirio immediately agrees to form a contract with the man for the software. I haven’t been watching lately, but I’m getting that this might be an “Office Space” type scheme. I guess Alirio supposes himself a Milton type person. I mean, he is in the basement just like Milton. Does this mean that Farrell industries will eventually burn down? Just give Alirio the damn stapler!

CL blindly explains the conversation with Paula to Pastor. CL was obviously affected by Paula’s threat. He tells Pastor how he begged Paula to stay. CL can’t believe that he promised to go to a psychologist. Pastor doesn’t think that the psychologist is such a bad thing.

Juanito looks surprised to see his father. He rushes over to Juan who clutches Juanito and tells Juanito that he was burning mad. Juanito tells Juan that he didn’t think Juan would return. Juan asks why Juaunito would think that. Juan’s there right now. They pinch each other to make sure it’s not a dream. The man and the boy tell each other that they love each other. Anga looks touched.

Nidia’s having a hotflash and it won’t end. She gets up to go get some fresh air and ends up passing out. Ana fans Nidia with her hand and wonders what she should do.

Pastor gladly tells Monica the news. He tells Monica that Paula and CL are separating and that Paula asked for a divorce. Monica says that this is excellent news. Pastor next tells Monica that CL did not accept this and convinced Paula to stay. Monica can’t believe this; she calls Yvonne to take care of the problem.

Yvonne can’t believe that Fernando’s so mad. She points out how fresh and happy she is. Fernando congratulates her for being so even-tempered. Fernando stops the elevator. Yvonne thinks that this means that they’re going to have sex in the elevator. Fernando assures her that they will not and that he’s tired of her games. Yvonne plays dumb. He reviews the previous night with her and accuses her of lying to go home with CL. He says that what they had is over because he’s hit his limit. Yvonne tells Fernando to calm down. He tells her to leave him in peace because he wants nothing more to do with her. He coldly tells her good-bye for forever. She steps off the elevator and looks slightly confused.

Paula goes over the conversation with CL. Marely patiently listens but reminds Paula that she’s heard CL’s promises before. Marely asks if Paula really thinks this will work. Paula admits that something in her changed ever since she saw Juan again. Paula says that she can’t leave because of Juan; when she leaves it has to be with a clear conscious.

Yvonne enters Monica’s office. Monica asks if Yvonne has plans for that night because Yvonne needs to “entertain” CL. Yvonne starts to protest, but Monica won’t hear it. Yvonne agrees to Monica’s plan.

Juan tells Juanito that he needs to leave on a business trip, but Juanito’s coming with him. He spots Erlinda and asks her why she’s there. Erlinda says that she won’t go home because her place is there with Juan and his son. At that same moment, one of the Chavez brothers announces that Erlinda has left the house for Juan’s.

Anga takes his leave of the Dominguez clan. Juan asks Juanito to entertain himself while Juan speaks with Erlinda. Juan tells her she can’t stay there; they’ve talked and know that their relationship cannot be. Erlinda wants to stay, no matter the consequences. Juan tells Erlinda that he doesn’t want anymore problems with her father. Erlinda tells Juan that he is her life and she wants to be with him no mater what. Juan tells Erlinda that a relationship needs much more than love and he’s not ready to offer those things at this moment. Erlinda persistently says that she wants to remain at Juan’s side. He thanks her and says that if there were other circumstances he wouldn’t hesitate to make her his spouse but she deserves something much more. Erlinda doesn’t want to wait for her principe azul; she doesn’t want allow Juan to leave her again.

Pastor tells Yvonne that even in her worst moments with CL he never saw her so sad. Yvonne tells Pastor that Fernando was her opportunity to change, her future and her chance for a family. Pastor points out that Yvonne never expressed or demonstrated this before now. Yvonne tells Pastor that a person can change and that she doesn’t want to continue to be CL’s lover but Monica’s insisting. The friends talk about how ironic what Monica will do out of jealousy. Yvonne tells Pastor that she wants to be with someone but not CL. Pastor advises Yvonne to accept the consequences of her acts.

The doctor tells Nidia that it doesn’t appear to be anything serious but they need to wait for the analysis. The women ask about the baby. The doctor looks confused and tells Nidia that she’s not pregnant. She’s never been pregnant; she’s going through menopause.

Needless to say, this is not good news to Nidia. She starts to hyperventilate and ends up passing out in the clinic room. There’s a new emergency and the doctor checks to make sure Nidia wasn’t injured by the fall.

CL can’t believe that Yvonne would leave him behind in order to go with Pastor. He says that they can go to Yvonne’s favorite restaurant but she says they can another day. CL thinks that Yvonne’s being dishonest and playing a game. Yvonne denies this. CL catches on that there may have been a fight with Fernando. Yvonne tells CL it’s none of his business and marches out of his office, ignoring him calling her name.

Juan goes to the Chavez family. He asks them to talk to Erlinda and tell her that she’s not doing the right thing. The Chavez think that they should accept Erlinda’s decision. Juan accuses the Chavez of sending Erlinda, but Daddy denies this. After some argument, Daddy finally tells one of the brothers to go get Erlinda. Daddy says this doesn’t mean that Daddy will forget Juan’s debt; there’s only one way to pay and Juan knows what that is.

Delfina comes into the store at the same time Anga buys a pair of shoes. She walks around fanning herself. Anga comes over and tells her that she has a beautiful smile and that she resembles someone that he knows. He says that person is, well was, very special. He’s trying to forget her. Delfina thinks that he’s in the perfect place. They introduce each other.

Marely calls the Davila house in order to find her mother, but Paula says that she’s not there. Marely asks Paula to have Nidia call the home. Paula asks the same. Yadira wants to know where her mother is; they were supposed to go to the pediatrician together. Marely thinks that Nidia must have forgotten.

The doctor says that the fall was bad, but Nidia’s resting. He tells Ana to call the family. Ana tells the doctor that the family doctor confirmed Nidia’s pregnancy. The doctor replies that this happens from time to time. It’s not the first time that he’s heard of it.

Ana calls the Cachon house. Alirio’s sure that Nidia’s absence has to do with that witch, Ana. Marely explains that they’re waiting for Nidia to go to the pediatrician. Ana tells Marely what happened and Marely tells Ana not to leave Nidia alone. Alirio wants to know what happened. Marely won’t hear it and shouts that Nidia’s in the hospital and that they need to leave immediately. Kike comes down the stairs and gets “The Stare” when he asks what happened.

The Cachons have arrived at the hospital and the doctor explains about the false pregnancy. Alirio laments this tragedy. He goes over to the doctor who comforts him by saying this confusion is very common. He tells Alirio that the most important thing is to support Nidia. Alirio tries to go see Nidia, but Marely pulls him away. Yadira tells Alirio not to bother her mother anymore.

Negro tries to talk to Erlinda and reason with her. He tells her that she’s in love with love and doesn’t know Juan. She’s obsessed with him. She tells Negro that Juan was her first and only. Negro asks if it’s really worth it to want to be with Juan, but the Chavez barge in and interrupt.

Nidia and Marely continue to talk. Nidia tells Marely that she doesn’t remember anything. Marely tells Nidia that it’s better that Nidia rests. Nidia wants to know why Marely thinks that Nidia will worry. She says that she’s happy and begins to medidate.

Alirio stops Marely as she leaves the room. Everyone wants to know about Nidia’s state. Marely explains that Nidia’s confused and needs to rest. She’s acting as though nothing happened. Alirio thinks that Nidia has amnesia because she cannot accept “the loss.”

Negro lectures Juan for his treating Erlinda as if she were a thing or an animal. Juan won’t listen. He says that he’s been the only one patient with Erlinda. Negro reminds Juan of his past with Erlinda, but Juan says that is the past and he’s changed. Negro says that Erlinda’s stopped being a beauty because of Juan. Negro tells Juan that he cannot wash his hands of Erlinda; it’s Juan’s responsibility to take care of her and assume his responsibility. Juanito comes out and wants to know why Negro was so mad. Juan says it’s because he’s speaking with reason.

Negro goes to a bar and sings a sad song about disloyal love. Juan comes into the bar and listens. He smiles and applauds Negro. He goes to Negro and asks if Negro’s still mad. Negro says that he’s not; it’s something else. Juan tells Negro that he was right. Juan explains that when he went to the capital he learned about being in love and now doesn’t want to be with a woman with whom he’s not in love. Juan says that he’s not responsible for all of Erlinda’s problems, but there are thing for which he is responsible. His attitude with her was wrong. Juan swears that he doesn’t want Erlinda that way. Juan thinks there may be a solution. Juan asks Negro if he’s in love with Erlinda.

Vocab:

Dar largas: to put off; to procrastinate

Doctor de cabecera: family doctor

Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each new year find you a better man. ~Benjamin Franklin

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