Caray, Caray!

Bosco asks FrEd if he’s sorry he left Eduardo behind or stopped being Eduardo Juarez. No, says Ed, he thinks he did the right thing. He’s dedicated himself to investigating all the clues his mother left behind before her death. He would do it again to the death. Do you remember the name of the person who condemned all the others to death. Yes, says the padre, Artemio Bravo. FrEd pulls out the Birth Certificate and shows it to the padre and tells him to read it.

At Grupo Lactos, Ani is having another hissy fit over Fer’s hiring Flor. Gonzo says that Flor has been a long-time employee. Bar and Fer walk in and Barb spits out that Lili fled the cuckoo’s nest. Ani grabs Fer’s arm and wants to know what she thinks she’s doing. She stands up to him and tells him what he’s been doing has been arbitrary and catastrophic. She reminds him that Franco Santoro has saved their asses, walks around Barb and throws in a few words about their sister Lili being locked up in a loony bin for fifteen years while the only family she had worked very hard to cover up and protect the family name and that they’re all a bunch of shameless nobodies. Gonzo breaks up the fight and reminds them they are brother and sister. Ani keeps it up and says the only one of her siblings she likes is Santi. He also has to remind her that she made a big mistake by bringing her “husband” into the family.

Barb chimes in that maybe Damian didn’t really take the money. Fer says what did you say Barb. Barb now comes up with her new lines that there has been a mistake. Gonzo validates it. They were just too judgmental with Damian.

Meanwhile Barb has sent emails to Damian assuring him that there is no trap. He is wearing a dark shirt opened to the third button. It’s just enough for us to get a peek at his manly chest hair. Anyway, he sits down at the computer presumably to reply to Barb.

At Pueblo San Rafael, Padre Bosco asks FrEd where he got the birth certificate. FrEd says it came from a box that his mother left for Lili and that it contains the secret of the feud. FrEd had hoped that Padre Bosco could help him decipher this enigma. What could his mother have meant by this? The mother’s name is Gregoria Bravo. The good padre cannot help him. Ed says don’t tell me that. He doesn’t believe the padre. He insists that the father come forward with info. He finally asks if the bad is stronger than the good.

Flor runs in to tell Fer about messages, one of which is from Franco Santoro. He wants her to return his call. A gentleman, whom Fer calls Licenciado, enters with an architect’s tube. He has the plans for the project. He opens them up and tells her that he drew them up according to her instructions. She wants to know when they can start construction. He says just say the word. They could probably complete it within eight months. He goes over all the buildings with her.

Barb sees a message on her computer from Damian. He wants to meet her at Los Remedios at ten tonight. She agrees. The editor assumes that Los Remedios is a dark, creepy, slimy place where witches and other wicked people go to do their dirty work.

Father Bosco says that Ana Gregorio registered the birth of her son in Villa Madera. No father was named and the witnesses do not appear to be related to the mother. The mystery grows deeper. FrEd offers that from the information (datos) on the certificate Ana Gregorio was a humble person. He says the birth certificate tells them nothing. Duh! Father says that if anyone can tell them about her it would be Silvestre Tinoco who is practically blind because he has a mind like a steel trap. We are being dragged around in circles. But, the good padre says that Silvestre knew his mother and all the rest of the people in the area.

Fer is very satisfied with the plans and the Licenciado says she won’t be disappointed. This calls for a little screaming and cheerleading by Flo and Fer, that is, until Barb comes in and throws a cold wet blanket over the scene and politely invites Flor to leave. What a surprise Fer says to Bar. Bar tells her that she and Daffy Dad have noticed the ill will between her and Ani. What else, says Fer, who just can’t stand being in the same room with Bar. Bar also tell Fer that she and Gonzo are fully aware of the mistake they made regarding Damian. They want to fix things. Fer wants to know how they figured out they made a mistake. Barb goes into her little speech about the accounts being switched. Fer asks the big questions – so how do you know Damian is innocent?

Barb continues weaving her newly created lie and adds a few tidbits about how hard-headed Anibal is and that surely Damian feared reprisals. I get the feeling Fer isn’t buy this pile of trash. Fer continues asking Barb about the charges against Damian and of course Barb tells her that just this morning she, at Daffy Dad’s order, withdrew the charges against Damian. Barb wants Fer to accompany her tonight at ten and the only thing she’ll tell her is it is very important and deals with her future. Fer holds back. Bar promises her that she won’t be sorry if she goes. Fer asks if it has something to do with her husband and Barb finally says yes. Fer says you know how it is to do something for Damian. Yes, but she can’t say until tonight. It’s just between her and Fer. Nobody else knows. Barb says it’s in a restaurant at ten and seals the deal.

The loud half of the Odd Couple is yelling into the phone at the meek half who will inherit the earth. Damian tells Vlad to get to the apartment with Pris right away. Guess who walks in – dear Ani. Vlad thinks quick on his feet. He tells Ani there is just a trivial problem. Ani says that Prolasa has found out that one of their employees has been passing company secrets to the competition. Anibal wants to know who Flor’s accomplice has been I guess since it was Vlad who fingered her. He’s also still and probably will be until the end of time bent out of shape over Fer’s hiring Flor.

Barb gives the kiss of death to Fer as she leaves. Just as Barb is about to walk out Fer asks her if she has reported Lili’s disappearance to the authorities. Barb says yes. Barb says the authorities have told them not to say a word about it to anyone. They think, says Barb, that Lili’s disappearance, along with Obregon’s letter, points to a kidnapping. So what are you going to do. Be patient and wait for the time to rescue her.

We are now privy to the private thoughts of Padre Bosco. The poor man is tormented by the pickle he’s in. He’s damned if he does and damned if doesn’t. (He’s repeating the priest’s lines that we hear in every novela.) The words of Artemio Bravo repeat in his head. FrEd asks him what’s up. Does it have anything to do with me? Padre assures FrEd he wouldn’t do anything to hurt him. FrEd doesn’t want to be a burden on the padre. The padre asks for his forgiveness. FrEd wants to know what he’s talking about, but the padre’s lips are sealed. The padre tells him never to return here. What, says FrEd? Never return. This will be our good by. FrEd is shocked.

Aurora leaves the mansion and goes to the chapel. None other than Camilo is lurking in the bushes.

The padre continues telling FrEd he is sorry and that he can’t have anything more to do with this mystery. Faking his death was the best thing he could have done, but the padre cannot explain anything to him and that he shouldn’t come back. FrEd is willing to do as asked and starts to leaves. FrEd has one final question – If a marriage is obtained via fraud is it valid?

Flip to Fer on the computer. She thoughtbubbles what is Barb up to up to? What interest does Barb have in her marriage?

Meanwhile Bar fills Gonzo in on how she has gained Fer’s confidence and that it wasn’t easy.

El padre wants to know if FrEd is referring to the marriage of Fernanda Elizalde. He carries on that what God has put together, no man can separate. FrEd says is that your answer? The padre says that his answer will not be up to FrEd’s expectations. FrEd is exasperated. The padre keeps giving FrEd the company line, yadda , yadda. FrEd finally tells the padre that the marriage of Fernanda and Damian can’t be blessed by God.

Now Daffy Dad and Bar discuss Lili. He can’t get Lili out of his head. Neither can Bar. I just wonder how Bar keeps track of all the balls she’s juggling. Anyway, Gonzo goes on to ask her what would be the best course to follow. Barb lays out her kidnapping plan – but, Gonzo says what if Obregon really didn’t kidnap her????

Back to FrEd and Padre Bosco. FrEd intends to continue finding the answer to his question and the padre will help him to the extent he can. They will remain friends from a distance. The padre gives FrEd his blessing at great length.

Heavenly music is playing in the chapel where Aurora prays to the Virgin Mary for the soul of Dominga. Hell’s bells ring as Camilo enters contritely carrying a bouquet of flowers that he prayerfully places in front of his mother’s niche. Aurora goes to leave, but he calls her and points out that his mother has been dead fifteen years. He’s still feels sad like a little kid. Sweet little Aurora offers her sympathy – he’s like Santiago. Camilo chokes on that. Camilo asks her to keep this a secret. She tells Cam that Santi went to the city. He says Santi should take better care of her. But, she’ll never leave him; she loves him more than anything.

Fer talks to Franco – they have a lot to talk about. They’ll meet at Lili’s.

Mama and Damian talk. She’s there to give him advice and he wants her to leave. She says Fer is his salvation – so go for it. She loves him. And please take her advice. He walks her to the door, shoves her drink in her face and forces her out the door. He actually thought bubbles that he can’t lose “Peque”.

Pris and Vlad run into each other in Lactos’ lobby. He tells her they have to go talk to Damian. She says she’s there to talk to Anibal – he says later. He takes her arms and begs her to pay attention to him. She reminds him that her name is Priscila. None other than Flor comes upon this little scene and remains discreetly in the background. They can’t wait – it’s a matter of minutes. She doesn’t want any part of him or his problem. He then tells her that if they don’t go to the apartment, Damian will give them up. Finally, she leaves with Vlad. Flor follows.

Aurora has a candle in a glass that she lights and then kneels down and starts to pray. This candle is to light Dominga’s way. Ghostly sound effects fill the room leaving Aurora holding her ears. She opens the door to the bath and runs out screaming and is followed by a black crow. She runs outside and a person covered in black mourning leaves the bathroom. If this is the new maid, I don’t recognize her.

Flor hails a cab and tells the cabbie to follow that car and not to lose it. He wants to know if it’s her husband.

Fer arrives at Lili’s and is greeted by Martina in her mini uniform. Enter Franco. Exit Martina. Fer tells him she went to the clinic with Barbara and tries to describe to him the look on Bar’s face when she read Obregon’s letter. They are both amused. Fer then tells him that supposedly her family has reported Lili’s disappearance to the police, but that Bar insists it’s a kidnapping.

Aurora is beside herself when none other who should appear but Barb. Remember you told me I could confide in you. Of course, my pretty, come to the library with me.

Fer has to explain the Bar situation to Franco again. Bar says they have to await a call from Obregon – so that they can presumably pay the ransom. Only they know the truth that they have Lily in a safe place. Fer is a bit perplexed about what they will do in the face of a police investigation. Not to worry says Franco. It’s simple. Follow Bar – we’re all waiting for Obregon’s call.

Bar wants to know why Aurora is so afraid. Aurora gives her the dirty details. Bar wants to know if Aurora believes in the supernatural. Bar tells Aurora that if she wants her help, Aurora can’t hold back anything – no secrets, nada. She yells at Aurora – what are you hiding. Barb expects Aurora to confess her love affair with Artemio Bravo!

At San Rafael Padre Bosco speaks to Soledad’s crypt and about the promise he made to her to protect her son and that now Artemio Bravo has put a monkey wrench in that promise. He has failed her so much and asks forgiveness.

Fer asks Franco for a favor – she tells him that tonight she has a meeting but she doesn’t know what’s it about. His cell rings. He answers – it’s Padre Bosco who tells him to go to a private place to talk. He tells FrEd that Soledad wanted him to leave this place and now he’s knee deep in investigations. It’s very dangerous and that he’s not only putting his life in danger, but the lives of others, too. FrEd looks at Fer. FrEd wants to know why the padre decided to tell him this now. The padre says that the enemy is everywhere. It a real threat, a threat against you and everyone you love. Pay attention – don’t come here, and stop asking questions. Your enemy could be someone you think is an ally.

FrEd immediately looks pensively at Fer who looks pensively back at him.

Avances: Damian “asks” Pris and Vlad if Bar has set a trap for him tonight. Ed is confused and confuses Fer. Fer goes to the “date” with Bar.

Someone, please post this for me. Thanks.

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