Caray, Caray!

Dr. Ledesma goes over the options with Espe for Pablito's care: surgery and if necessary chemo. The cost depends on hospital and surgery. Surgery along may be more than 200,000 pesos. At the same time, Mariano is doing his best to revive Pablito on the kitchen table with the help of Aurora and Pablito's friend Hugo.

Aida and Paolo -- Paolo incredulous that Teresa is smooching a taxista. She gives him Mariano's business card and dares him to call if he doesn't believe her. Paolo's mom gives him VIP tickets for La Quinta Estacion concert. Aida assumes he's taking her to this padrisimo (cool, the ultimate) concert.

Teresa is admiring Arturo's library. Luisa explains Arturo and she have shared many interesting conversations in this room. In contrast there's another room that she never enters (dun-dun-dun). It's the room where her parents were murdered many years ago. It was a terrible scandal. In addition to the pain of losing their parents, there's the gossip and good friends distancing themselves. Arturo was never the same again. That's why he's so serious. FLASHBACK: A man and woman sitting at the piano while Luisa tells of their murder. Dad was accused of fraud, but he was innocent. The fraud victim (evil looking dude with a ponytail) burst into the room and shot dad, and when mom went to his aid, she became crazy and attacked the murderer, trying to detain him. That's when she was shot. The dad then gets up and tries to confront the murderer, and he's shot again. Teresa is sorry she made her recount this painful story (and she looked very sincere) Luisa can’t talk about this with Arturo and has no one else to discuss this with. Teresa comforts her and hugs her. Very touching scene.

Cutberto is drunkenly stumbling through the vecindad. Machita scolds him and he says it’s his Juana Chula's fault. Machita reminds him Juana is not his (brincos diera--loose translation: I'd jump if this were true). Cutberto says until now he has known only two types of women: the kind that have tried to force him into marriage, and the kind that would undo their marriage (descasarze) to be with him. And what type is Juana, Machita asks. Neither. She just doesn't love me!

Mariano has revived Pablito!! YAY! Mariano to the rescue again. Pablito doesn't remember fainting. Hugo, runs off to notify his parents and Mariano asks that they come back with the results of his medical tests. Mariano thanks Aurora for sticking around to help. She asks what could possibly be wrong with Pablito? Mariano wants to move him to another room and has a worried look on his face.

Paolo and buddies are sitting around a table of drinks, complaining that this imbecil hasn't bothered to show up. Friend says, too bad, you're gonna stay with the urge to beat up this taxista (te vas a quedar con las ganas de partile la cara al ruletero). Paolo calls again and Mariano explains he had an emergency but would come to him now. Paolo says forget it and hangs up. Tells his friends Mariano's not coming and suggests they go get him. They raise their beer bottles in agreement.

Back at the library Luisa explains it was very difficult but Arturo fought to prove her father's innocence. Teresa agrees it must have been difficult to fight the slander (lidiar con las columnias) while at the same time care for Luisa. He was only 24 when it happened. He had just completed his courses with honors; he was so happy. Teresa finds it difficult to think of him that way. Luisa reminisces how happy he was, beginning his career and that he was even getting married. Teresa perks up: WHAT? Luisa: Oh yeah, she had everything, was from a good family, intelligent, wealthy. Arturo walks in just then and interrupts the conversation. Arturo is amazed that Teresa has read all the transcripts (expedientes) Teresa: Pshaw! Couldn't sleep thinking of you.....um your book! She now has many questions. Arturo seems pleased (and pleasing to look at, ay Papi!) Arturo later tells Teresa that this is surely growing into the ideal profesor/alumna relationship due to their ability to discuss and debate issues.

Cutberto is climbing into Juana's window, still drunk. Mariano and Aurora are still there. Mariano shushes him and tells him to explain himself. He laments that Juana doesn't love him. By contrast, he says Mariano is lucky. Teresa loves him. Aurora in nonplussed to hear this. Mariano later apologizes that she had to witness all this (Cutberto's behavior). She says no bother, we all react differently to love trouble. Mariano then complains about not having been able to help Rosita and now Pablito without even the rudimentary medical supplies. Machita breaks in crying and Espe explains about the kidney cancer.

As she's leaving, Teresa assures Luisa she won't reveal what they talked about earlier. Luisa says Arturo can't abide speaking of the woman who dumped him. They were novios since their university days. But after their parents death, she overheard Paloma tell him that she couldn't possibly marry him with the cloud of suspicion hanging over this father's honor. Furthermore, she didn't want to take up the responsibility of raising a child (meaning Luisa) that wasn't her own. Luisa was a burden to her. Arturo refused to abandon his sister. Then he began drinking (beber sin medida) But that was a long time ago and when she saw him cut himself with a glass, he swore he would stop drinking, clear their parents' name and take care of her. He then dedicated himself to his work, studies, and collection of rare books. Teresa: But he forgot the most important thing of all. He forgot about love. (and we all know who's gonna help him find it, right?)

Arturo signing his book for Teresa. The best of my students as you have enriched the author.

Everyone at the vecindad is strategizing on how to raise money for Pablito's care. Cutberto invites everyone to menudo and Juana scolds him for being so insensitive. Mariano says he will talk to the Drs Ledesma and see if there’s a hospital somewhere that will help them. And everyone needs to pull together to raise whatever they can.

Aurora asks her dad for help in Pablito's care. When he finds out Pablito is Mariano's friend, he voices his concern that her concern with Pablito may be centered around Mariano. By the way, wasn't she planning to leave?

Mariano is telling Teresa about Pablito and she reiterates, "See what comes of being poor?" As he's kissing her goodbye, Paolo breaks in and challenges Mariano. Like all bullies, he calls in his henchmen when Mariano goes after him.

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Teresa tells Paolo if he wants to talk to Mariano, do it as a man. Paolo wants to talk to Teresa but not before he puts Mariano in his place. Teresa urges Mariano to leave and he does so reluctantly. She tells Paolo she knows he's only "dating" Aida to make her jealous but she's moved on with her life. Paolo claims she is jealous and wants to get back together. The only thing she wants is for him to get the heck outta there (8 finger snaps, no less). Paolo pleads with her to take his offer. He can give her anything she wants. She's la Reina and deserves to be treated as such. She counters with, hmmmm does that include marriage? Paolo: "Well, um, you see, um, it's like this. My mother would ever allow us to get married." Teresa: "Then get out of my sight for-ev-er" He then threatens Mariano and she informs him she now works for el Profe Arturo and he's very powerful. Mariano then breaks in with Paolo's henchmen right behind him and with the other chavos from the vecindad. Paolo conveniently stays behind his buddies and then tells everyone to calm down claiming "this isn't over yet."

Aurora assures dad she has no relationship with Mariano. It's just that when she went to say goodbye to Teresa, that's when everything went down with Pablito. Can daddy talk with Dr. Ledesma to help without anyone knowing that it was Aurora behind the request? “And I always thought the worst thing that could happen to anyone would be to lose your mother and she abandoned us for someone else.” Daddy corrects her, "For me, your mother is dead and has been for a very long time." Aurora, "You're wrong! She's living somewhere with a new family. My half-brothers/sisters who I may never meet. I can't help but wonder where is she? Does she think of me? You don't ask the same questions?" Dad: "Never and you should also consider her dead." She wonders why she left, did she not love her? Dad assures her she can count on him and that he loves her enough for both of them. What hurts him most is the damage her mother caused her—the fear of abandonment. That's why he doesn't want her involved with Mariano. He feels it's noble that she stands aside for Teresa but can't help but ask himself if she would have gone for Mariano if Teresa hadn't been in the middle. Aurora assures him that is not the case.

Teresa explains everything is ok now. Paolo's an idiot and Mariano defended her. She assures him it's all over between them and tells him he needs to concentrate on his work and his studies. Don't waste your time on him.

Paolo and his goons are leaving the vecindad and Paolo stops to note Mariano's Taxi licence, "I know how to track (rastrear) you."

Aida is waiting for Paolo to go to the concert. She thinks he went after Teresa after she told him about the new novio. Paolo's mom suggests they all head off to Acapulco but don't mention Teresa! Aida agrees that in Acapulco, everything is possible.

Espe and Machita are giving Pablito a pep talk telling him to be patient with his recovery. Armando and Refugio are discussing his raise. Teresa overhears him saying he will give that extra money to Pablito's fund. Teresa his shocked and not very happy to hear this.

In Paris, Ruben and Maira are just arriving in their room. He leaves the room and his cell rings. Of course, Maira picks up and of course, it's Espe leaving a message that she's desperate to speak with him! ruh-roh!

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Paolo's friend Raul comes over to find Aida there. Paolo's mom tells Aida on the sly to go out with Raul. It would serve Paolo right to get a little jealous.

Maira confronts Ruben over the phone call: Why is someone called Esperanza calling on your cell, and above all, calling you Mi Amor? Ruben: duh..... Maira: Don't you dare deny it! I heard the message. Ruben: Are you accusing me of cheating? How dare you! She has him listen to the recording. Ruben: She doesn't even mention me by name! It's a wrong number. Some woman calling her lover. (good one, fast thinking) Maira: How does she know you're in Europe? She knows you're far away. Tell me the truth - are you cheating on me? (me estas poniendo el cuerno?) Ruben: I can't believe you would doubt me? After all these years, have you ever wanted for anything? Would I take you on a second honeymoon? Maira: Please forgive me but I have a frightening jealousy (un celos espantoso) Ruben: Well, let's hope you remember that for the next time. You're my only love and I want you to remain so for the rest of my life (ugh) They start smooching. (double ugh)

At the hospital, Mariano is speaking with Dr. Ledesma, explaining there's no money. Espe has no money. Dr says unfortunately hospitals are booked up but he'll see what he can do. Mariano assures him he will do whatever he can to help even though at present he has no money.

Teresa asks dad about his raise and then she goes on about the cost of books and how much she's spent on commuting to el Profe's house. All that and now he is introducing her to his colleagues as his assistant. She's going to be meeting a lot of important people and well, she needs to present herself well dressed. Refugio tells her Aurora came by with bags of clothes for her. Teresa: Charity. How embarrassing to be dressed in hand-me-downs!

Arturo/Luisa: Arturo is impressed with Teresa's discussion about his book. Luisa is equally impressed by Teresa. He comments on how funny life is, Teresa is so intelligent but she lives in such unfortunate circumstances and disadvantages. Luisa is happy that he's agreed to help her. They both agree that she is extraordinary. He likes having her by his side everyday but understands that it will be more difficult once she starts her classes. Luisa leaves him and he thinks to himself: "Teresa, Teresa, Teresa" Ah, the Univision echo machine is alive and well.

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Refugio is lecturing Teresa not to be ungrateful. Aurora's gesture is not charity and they can't afford to give her more money. Not everything is about you! Teresa exclaims she doesn't understand her anger. She had no way of knowing Armando had promised his money to Pablito's fund. She just doesn't know how she'll impress the important people she'll be meeting. Daddy says no worry, just tell him how much she needs and he'll somehow come up with the extra cash each month. As the Jaws theme plays, she appreciatively hugs and kisses dad. (esa hembra really is mala)

Paolo finally shows up and tells Aida he's ready to go to the concert. She tells him, not so fast cowboy, I have plans with Raul. There's nothing serious between them and she's sick and tired of being quote unquote free. He tells her he really likes what they have together and doesn't think of their relationship as "free".

Mariano is explaining to Teresa that Dr. Ledesma will be able to provide (for Pablito) his services pro bono for the operation and some of the medicine but the chemo will have to be done on an out-patient basis. Teresa: Well at least he'll be treated. Mariano explains that even the chemo is still very expensive: 20-30 thousand pesos per mo. Teresa tells him not to be so down about it. We all have our problems, she needs money too. He reminds her that they all jobs and opportunities whereas Pablito's opportunities will end quickly if they don't get some cash pronto.

Espe talking with El Bigote crying -- You mean you won't be getting a divorce now? Ruben: Thanks to your "little" phone call I have to start from point zero. Maira is now aware that I love someone else. The damage is done, and it's not because she loves me, she only does it to annoy me. Espe, crying: Please forgive me, it's just that I was desperate. Ruben: And you don't think I wasn't desperate without you? But look what you've done now. She now assures me she will never give me a divorce. Never call me again. Espe hangs up, crying. (poor thing, she needs to wake up and smell el cafe)

Teresa thanks Arturo for the dedication in her book. He only hopes he will be a good advocate for her and suggest they drink a toast. His cell phone rings and it's Paloma!!! She's all lovey dovey. So happy she was able to reach him. He's not buying it asking how she got his number and asking her never to call him again. He slams the phone shut and heads straight for the liquor, pours himself a strong one, chugs it down, then pours another. Teresa stops him and tells him that no matter what is wrong, remember he has Luisa and he has her. He looks at her with tears in his eyes. Teresa assures him she's not just saying this but that there are many who think highly of him and there is always a reason to look ahead (tomorrow is another day?) He responds that he is very appreciative and promises that he will explain things at a later time. She leaves to run an errand to the notaria and he sits back still visibly shaken.

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Paolo tells mom that he and Aida are now novios. Mom wants to head to Acapulco to celebrate but hasn't had time to book flights since there are two house sales pending. Aida volunteers to run to the notaria (uh-oh confrontation coming) to set up the trip. Paolo accompanies her to the notaria. They're kissing when Teresa pops up. She ducks out when she sees them but the secretary Eva signals Aida that Teresa is there. Aida confronts Teresa outside and tells her of their wonderful trip to Acapulco. Teresa reminds her that she already handed over Paolo, she's with someone much better now. Aida: Oh, my daddy's messenger? Teresa: Say hi to your novio and his mother. And, oh, by the way. Please tell Paolo to please stop begging me to come back to him. Last night he came to my place wretchedly begging me to return to him. Finalmente, you can have my leftovers.

Teresa sees Luisa at the door and a man is giving her a goodbye peck on the cheek. He's someone she's known since la prepa. She also refers a guy named Fernando who is now in Europe. She asks about Teresa’s love life and she responds that she doesn't have a novio (Arturo wouldn't stand for it). She goes on to tell her the story of Paolo (without naming names).

Dr. Ledesma is talking to Espe. He remembers her speaking of a novio and thought he would be able to help financially. Espe says novio is in Europe and may not even come back to her as he's upset with her.

Refugio is crying to the picture of Rosita when Johnny comes in asking her permission to come by now an then to speak to Rosita. Refugio tells him he's always welcome.

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Dr. Ledesma and Aurora's dad (sorry, forgot his name) are discussing Pablito's case. Aurora's dad explains his daughter is what has him interested in Pablito and also interested in Mariano who is studying medicine. Dr. Ledesma agrees Mariano is very worthy despite his shortcomings. Yes, he's from the same vecindad as Pablito and is paying his way through school as a taxista.

Espe shares with Mariano that Dr. Ledesma has recommended her for another job. This will help to distract her from Pablito and Ru......um other things (oopsie almost let the gato out of the bag!) She asks who is the angel Pablito is always referring to, the one that was there when he fainted. Mariano tells her about Aurora, saying that although she's from a higher class, she's really nice and above all she helped with Pablito and did so out of the kindness of her heart.

Aurora and Teresa meet for lunch. Teresa tells her about confrontation with Aida who told her that she will do what she can to put Teresa in bad terms with her (Aida's) dad. Teresa thanks her for the clothes she brought by. Aurora feels she should have talked it over with her first. Teresa says, oh no, us poor people are used to leftovers. (meow) Aurora meant no offence. Teresa assures her no offence taken and then shows her the pirated purse she bought recently that is now falling apart. Aurora feels bad and gives Teresa her own designer purse to remember her by.

Paolo confronts Raul about his interest in Aida. He tells Raul that he's now interested in Aida and warns him to back off. Aida hears this whole conversation.


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Teresa presents Arturo with a gift(a pen) and says it’s to show her appreciation of his confidence in her and also to remind him that she will always be there for him. He says he'll always use it as he prefers to use a pen versus the computer. He tells her she must think he's very old. She says no, he's still very young. The secretary comes in and tells her that the taxi is here for her. He offers her the use of his chauffer at any time. She refuses and then tells him she pulled up some info from the internet he may find useful pertaining to international law. He seems impressed.

Aurora's dad asks him why she hadn't told him about Mariano's economic status. She didn't feel it was important. He hopes that wasn't the reason she stopped pursuing him. He taught her to like people for what they are and not their economical status. He was afraid she had inherited her mother’s prejudices. She tells him Mariano is unaware that she likes him and that she wouldn't want to interfere with his relationship with Teresa.

Teresa is upset with Mariano for surprising her at work. He says he only did it to save her from having to travel on the bus and the metro and why is she so upset, he thought she'd be happy he was there. She tries to rush him and he figures it's because she's embarrassed to be seen with him in front of the profe. She reminds of him of her deal with the profe to dedicate herself to her work, and that includes no novios. Mariano doesn't understand how this can be and feels it's because the profe is interested in her for himself. She accuses him of jealousy and threatens to end the relationship.

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Luisa bad talks Paloma wondering why she's called. Arturo says if he sees her again he's capable of killing her. He tells her Teresa was there when Paloma called and she surprised him with her compassion and reminded him of Luisa's importance in his life and now Teresa's place in his life as well.

Teresa assures Mariano she doesn't want to break up. He doesn't understand how the profe can control her personal life. She swears he didn't ask her not to have a novio. She says that she's doing this to show Arturo her willingness and commitment to her studies. She doesn't want him to know of any of her personal life. Mariano buys this and they hug.

Mariano and Teresa are now all lovey dovey at the park. She drops her purse and he sees the receipt for the pen. She quickly tells him that it was for Aurora so she'll think of her whenever she uses it. At the same time, Arturo is telling Luisa about the pen realizing the sacrifice this must have been for her since she has no money. He would like to return the gesture but doesn't want to compromise their relationship. Luisa suggests that since she and Teresa are now friends, she can buy her gifts. Friends always exchange gifts, que no?

Ruben is talking with Aida and finds out they are all going to Acapulco. Maira expresses her concern with this trip since she knows Paolo doesn't love her.

Juana and Teresa are looking at the clothes Aurora gave her. Teresa wants her to pay attention to the cut and the material so she can make her copies. She tells Juana that Aurora likes Mariano. Isn't life weird, she has everything, yet she likes her novio. But now she's off to France where, of course she'll find a French novio and again have everything she wants!

Luisa suggests to Arturo that he still loves Paloma. He denies this and says it's that this type of experience will mark you forever. It's not easy to forget and he asks Luisa to leave him alone. Luisa refuses to leave him alone and reminds him it is not good to bury your head in the sand and it's not good to continue running from Paloma. After all, he had a drink for the first time in a long time. He needs to get this past this.

Dr. Ledesma talk again about Pablito's case. Aurora’s dad (aaagh can’t remember his name) wants to talk again about Mariano. He's very impressed with him. Ledesma shares he had to leave his studies once before. Aurora’s dad wants to make sure Dr. Ledesma helps him in any way he can so that this doesn't occur again.

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Espy tells Teresa of the fiasco caused by her call to Ruben. Now, Maira will never divorce him. She doesn't know if he'll ever call her again. She loves him so much. Teresa suggests she forget him. Or maybe don't forget him, but move forward. Even if they get back together, consider other options. Especially now with what’s going on with Pablito. Is he providing her with the moral support she needs at a time like this? What about companionship? Leave other doors open.

Aurora visits Dr. Ledesma and gives him a gift that includes a stethoscope and blood pressure monitor. She tells him she's purchased two sets, one for him and one for Mariano.

Teresa walks in where Johnny is still crying at Rosita's shrine, asking her to help with Pablito. After he leaves, Teresa speaks out loud, not knowing that Mariano is standing behind her. She says she'll do anything to get out of that maldito vecindad to which he asks, "what do you mean, anything?".
Ruh-oh! And mercifully, that is the end of tonight’s episode.


Avances

Teresa putting the heart key-chain that Mariano gave her on a scale, saying, "I already have Mariano's love, now at all costs, I need to add money and power."
Teresa in Arturo's office, thinking to herself while looking at a picture of Arturo and Paloma, "You don't know what I'm capable of when I set my mind to something"
Teresa meeting with Paloma: "I'm Teresa Chavez, Arturo's mujer"

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