Caray, Caray!

Hospital (combo scenes): Ok, Teresa is just downright Mala, no getting around it. She’s noticed Aida enter the room so she asks Espe about her bebé, very loudly stating she’s just past her first trimester. Aida is shocked and exclaims, “You’re Pregnant?” (so like her momma). Teresa wonders if Aida’s ever wanted a little sibling, but too bad because Espe’s planning to marry Dr. Hernán, the baby daddy. Falling right into the trap, Aida quickly adds up the months and demands to know how long it’s been since Espe broke up with Rubigote! Teresa’s really enjoying the scene she’s making but says she really thinks Aida wouldn’t like having a half-sibling. Not from this Rata, answers Aida. Espe better not be having Daddykins’ bebé. She tells Espe to get out of her life. “¡Esfumate (disappear) de mi vida!” Teresa tells her to think again because Mariano is Espe’s good friend and Hernán is one of Mariano’s strongest supporters. Espe looks as though she’s searching for a hole to hide in as Aida continues her tirade, saying if Espe had any shred of dignity, she’d disappear from the vecindad. Not just the vecindad but from the planet. Teresa can’t help smiling through this whole scene. Aida leaves in a huff. Espe breaks down in tears. Teresa pounces (do sharks pounce?), telling Espe that Aida is surely on her way to ask Mariano about the true identity of el bebé. She suggests Espe run to ask Mariano to say Hernán is the babydaddy. Espe’s distraught, saying she’s already asked Hernán not to lie for her. Oh woe is me, what to do, what to do? Then the only thing left to do, Teresa says, is to confront Aida once and for all and tell her the true identity of the babydaddy. Espe is crying, saying she’s done enough damage to that family. Teresa tells her the only one responsible for all this damage is HIM and he needs to take full responsibility for this bebé. Tere looks like a fútbol aficionada, waiting for the next play.

Rubigote’s office – more bad news for the mustachioed one. The accountant, Amadeo, is telling him there has been movement between several of Mayra’s accounts and business. It appears that all the money is there but in reality there are 45 million pesos missing! (3.8 million dollars roughly). Rube explains it’s not really missing, he just moved it temporarily to invest in another business venture. Amadeo says it doesn’t matter what the money was used for, Ruben has committed fraud which could send him to the slammer. Amadeo can also end up in prison if he doesn’t report it. Ruben can’t believe he’d do such a thing. He’s worked here for so many years, etc. etc. Amadeo says that doesn’t matter, Ruben’s committed a crime and he doesn’t want to be his accomplice. Ruben tells him to do what he likes. Amadeo tells Ruben to take his own risks, telling him he’s resigning as of today. He asks about handing over the paperwork. He no longer wants to work for Ruben.

Dr. Ledesma’s/Mariano’s office: Mariano’s on the phone with Hernán, agreeing to take care of his patients while he’s gone when Aida arrives atufada (angry). She’s angry because Espe is pregnant, then she transfers her anger to Mariano because she realizes he knew about the pregnancy and didn’t tell her. Her anger intensifies further (if that’s even possible) as she assumes the reason he hadn’t told her is because the baby is her father’s. And, here comes Espe with Teresa practically pushing her through the doorway. [Mariano needs to get all these women out of his life if he wants to maintain any kind of professionalism] . Mariano and Teresa both tell Aida to calm down. Teresa tells her she’s so predictable (predecible), thinking the babydaddy is daddyBigote. Espe tells Mariano she already told Aida the babydaddy du jour is Hernán, hoping Mariano picks up from there. Aida asks him for the truth. He’s so smooth. He says as far as he knows, Dr. Ledesma loves Espe and wishes to marry her. Aida can’t believe the luck of these rrrrratas de vecindad: Teresa marries Arturo and this cualquiera (nobody, floosie) is to marry a doctor? Mariano puts a protective arm around Espe and asks Aida to please stop. Yeah, right. Ay-ay-ida continues, saying it’s clear to her that this cualquiera was sleeping with her dad, the doctor, and who knows how many others. “¡Basta!” At last, Espe speaks! Yes, it’s true she was with her father. She loved him but he didn’t love her. Now she’s going to marry another and make a new life for herself. She has no intention of suffering any further insults or humiliations (humillaciónes). Teresa, who’s been trying hard not to bust out in a grin, agrees and reminds Aida she needs to get along with Espe if she plans to continue her relationship with Mariano. For his part, Mariano reminds Aida that her father did have a fling with Espe and it’s not right that …… he doesn’t finish. Aida asks again how long it’s been since Espe broke off her affair with Daddy. Espe replies, since before the pregnancy. Furthermore, she hates Ruben. Fortunately, she’s starting a new life. If Aida doesn’t stop bothering her, she threatens to go speak with Ruben and Mayra and clear up this whole mess so they’ll leave her in peace.

Rubigote’s office: He asks Amadeo for a little time to recover the investment made in Luna Turqueza. Amadeo refuses; his duty is to advise Aida and Mayra of his findings. Ruben can’t let him do that. Amadeo can be his enemy or help him and in doing so, change his life. He brings up Amadeo’s old car and the high cost of his children’s education. He’s worked all his life without resolving his problems. If he helps Ruben, all his problems will be solved. He only asks for a short time to recover the money and transfer it back to Mayra’s businesses. Amadeo repeats there’s nothing he can do. Sure he can, promises Ruben. He’ll give him tonight to think it all over. His family’s (Amadeo’s) future is in his hands or he can sink (hundir) further still, for-e-ver. Poor Amadeo – now Ruben threatens him. If he turns his back, Ruben will be his worst enemy. He’s never seen that side of him and has no idea how bad an enemy he can be. He better not even think of mentioning this to anyone before they speak tomorrow.

Hospital: Ay-ay-ida is now alone with Mariano, still screeching about Espe and wanting her gone, gone, gone. She’s no dummy and has no doubt that baby is Ruben’s. She wants the truth but she can’t accept that it’s possible she could have a half-sibling from that tipa. She refuses to calm down and gives him an ultimatum: it’s either Espe or her, his choice. Ruh-roh!

Elsewhere at the hospital (combo scene): Teresa continues to console Espe, telling her she was right in going to Mariano’s office because he surely would have told Aida the truth. Espe hopes Aida is satisfied with what she told her. Teresa says if not, Espe will just have to face the music. She still feels it’s best that BebéBigote know his father. Tsk, tsk, Teresa, now she’s trying to fill Espe’s head with the idea that Ruben still loves her as evidenced by the constant bickering in the Caceres household. Espe lets on that Ruben’s already told her as much. Teresa is overjoyed at this news while Espe spirals even further into the depth of depression. They embrace. Espe cries as Tiburoncita bares her teeth.

Dr. Ledesma/Mariano’s office: Mariano doesn’t take too kindly to the ultimatum and tells her so. Aida really starts yelling now demanding to know if her pain and rage mean so little to him. He lets her know that Espe had already begun distancing herself to avoid problems between them. Aida goes off, wondering why he is so adamant about maintaining that friendship. Could it be because she’s ensnared Dr. Ledesma and he shares his office? Suppose she wants to go out on a double date? Aida cannot possibly see herself socializing with that cualquiera. It isn’t fair to her or her mother. If he can’t forget about Espe’s friendship, then that’s it. It’s over. She grabs her purse and storms out! Mariano takes a deep breath. Whew! Let her go, Mariano!

Teresa and Espe continue their visit: Espe asks Tere to promise not to tell anyone about her talk with Ruben. As her friend, Teresa promises. (with friends like that……) Teresa paints a fairy tale for Espe, saying it would be best for Ruben and Espe to talk with Mayra and tell her how much they love each other, they’re having a baby and just want to be happy. Of course Espe doesn’t agree. Her mother always taught her that you can’t base your happiness on the sorrow of others. Well, Teresa thinks it’s just a matter of knowing how to arrange everything (and if anyone knows how to arrange things, Tiburoncita has what it takes). She suggests Espe think it over.

Genoveva’s house: Aida tells Geno she’s aware of Espe’s pregnancy. Geno admits she already knew but knows it’s someone else’s. Aida gives her the news that she’s three months along, making it very likely that it is Ruben’s spawn. Geno thinks it’s best that Ruben not know this. Imagine the scandal and remember that a baby will unite them for life. Aida refuses to accept the possibility that her father could have a child. Geno suggests she patch things up with Ruben as quickly as possible.

Hospital: Teresa tells Aurora that Arturo is still very upset about Paloma’s demise. Aurora shares that Martin is also very depressed but will continue to work for Paloma’s foundation. Teresa tells her Arturo wants to do the same and she of course will also help for Arturo’s sake and also for Martin’s. She’s promised to get along better with Martin and this would be the perfect opportunity. They speak about Aurora’s relationship with Martin and Aurora shares that she’s happy with him. She’s not sure it’s headed toward marriage but he’s a good man. She also tells Teresa they’ve had “relaciones” and says he was super lindo, loving, and patient. Teresa’s surprised, saying she thought Aurora would end up with Mariano. In fact, she thought Aurora was still in love with him. Aurora tells her love takes many forms and she’s discovered a love with Martin she never knew existed. They’re very happy and she’d rather Teresa not bring that up again. Mariano is in the past and her present is with Martin – she didn’t say future, hmmmm.

Casa de la Barrera: Arturo tells Martin of Paloma’s dying wish that he (Arturo) take charge of her foundation. Martin’s surprised. He hadn’t expected this. Not because of Arturo but because of Teresa. Arturo wants to fulfill her dying wish. Martin agrees but also advises him to be present for the reading of the will.

At the hospital Espe is telling Mariano she’ll speak with Hernán about accepting his proposal and then learns he is no longer in D.F. What did she expect, Mariano asks. Did she expect him to continue to make plans after she pushed him aside?

Casa de la Barrera: Luisa and Fernando return from dinner. They speak about Arturo’s sadness when he walks in. The subject turns to Paloma’s foundation. Luisa thinks Martin would have been the obvious choice since he was her attorney (apoderado). Arturo’s given his word and plans on keeping it. Teresa already knows and approves. Luisa crudely says Paloma plans to keep a hold on him even in death. She suggests he turn the page and forget about her once and for all ¿Qué no? That would be impossible, he says. She was a very important person in his life. “More important than Teresa?” she asks. Arturo says that’s very different. Luisa continues, pointing out that Paloma asked and received his forgiveness and he still can’t forget her. And now he stands to honor her by taking on what was most important in her life. He answers he’s not doing it just for her but also for her “children”. Besides, Teresa has offered to help him so there’s no problem with him taking on the responsibility.

Casa Caceres: Ruben and Mayra are snuggling on the couch (eeww). This guy is so transparent. It’s amazing these women don’t see through him. He suggests that since Aida is involved with Mariano, it may be best to relieve her of the responsibility of managing Mayra’s business ventures. It’s not that he doesn’t trust her, but that’s not so when it comes to Mariano. There was never any money missing while he was in charge but if she doesn’t want him to manage her finances, she can always put someone else in charge. Let’s see, who can it be? I know! What about Amadeo? He knows everything about her interests. She can name him as the administrator. She’s not sure and wants to think about it. Well, he doesn’t want to talk about business any more. He just wants to be with her. Let the canoodling begin. He leads her to the bedroom.

Casa de la Barrera: Arturo announces that tomorrow is the reading of the will and he needs to be present. Tiburoncita arrives just then. They head upstairs to change for dinner. Luisa shares her concern with Fernando about Paloma’s memory becoming a shadow over the Barrera marriage. Fernando tells her not to worry, that won’t happen. Now Luisa tells him what Teresa shared about her conversation with Paloma – about her night of passion with Arturo upon his return from Cuernavaca. Fernando acts shocked and Luisa tells him she’s sure it’s all lies which is what she also told Teresa. They all know that Arturo spent that evening with friends, right? Fernando isn’t able to hold his poker face and Luisa asks if he knows something. Of course not, he says. She did right but telling Teresa not to believe that woman. Teresa’s very much in love with her husband and it would hurt her very much to think anything like that could be true.

Morning dawns at Casa Caceres: Rubigote asks if Aida has thought about their recent conversation. She agrees they should not fight amongst themselves because there is no limit to the number of people trying to separate them. He’s so happy to hear that and he attempts to caress her face. She stops him in his tracks. She tells him not to pressure her. It’ll have to happen little by little.

Casa de la Barrera: Amadeo has arrived to speak to Arturo and Tiburoncita takes her perch (do sharks perch?) on the balcony. Amadeo has come seeking legal advice. A client of his has committed a multi million peso fraud with his wife’s finances and Amadeo doesn’t wish to be an accomplice. Arturo advises him to renounce the client or he himself is guilty from the day he discovered the fraud. Teresa ponders this little nugget of info.

Casa Grumpy Granpa: Pati is musing about her upcoming 18th birthday and complains about Granpa’s plan to send her to a boarding school on that day so she won’t escape. Griselda reminds her she told Granpa herself about her intention to escape. Pati suggests Gris think about her future. She’ll be without a job once Pati’s gone. Gris hadn’t thought about that.

Casa de la Barrera: Teresa meets Amadeo as she’s coming downstairs. He tells her Armando’s salary has increased as she requested. She invites him out for coffee to discuss it further but he declines saying he has an appointment with Rubigote. She offers him a ride since he came in a cab cuz his car’s in the shop.

Juana’s apt: Refugio and Juana talk about Paloma’s death and her friendship with Hector which is why Juana couldn’t bring herself to end things just then with Hector. They chit-chat about Hector vs Cutberto. They end with Refugio telling Juana she’s going to get herself into a bind by not telling Hector the truth about her feelings and by not fighting for Cutberto.

Rubigote’s office: Ruben asks if Amadeo has considered his offer. Amadeo has considered but also knows he can be jailed if they’re discovered. Ruben sweetens the offer telling him that aside from the money he’s offered, he’ll convince Mayra to make him the administrator of all her interests. Uh-oh – Tiburoncita is circling outside the office. The door’s ajar and she can hear the entire conversation. Amadeo agrees he needs the money but he’s afraid of going to jail. Ruben assures him that’s not going to happen. He’ll protect him. Amadeo now asks for double what he offered (he’s hooked). Ruben laughs through his bigote and agrees. Tibroncita laughs too, shaking her head in amazement. [I wonder if she put him up to this in the ride over there….hmmmm]

Cutberto and Griselda meet outdoor somewhere and she nervously tells him that one way or the other she will be without a job soon. She wants to know what’s what between them. Cutberto’s response: “uhhhh, can she repeat the question.” FF>> long story short, She’s thinking marriage, he tells her to let him think about it and she agrees to see him tomorrow. He’s left talking to himself about marriage being the same as death or at least a life’s sentence.

Reading of the Will: Martin and Arturo are the only ones present. Martin is to receive all her interests in Luna Turqueza and she asks that he continue to work for her foundation. To Florencia (Paloma’s cousin and confidante), she leaves her houses in Mexico and Madrid. And to Arturo……she names him Director of her foundation and in order for him to sustain the foundation, she leaves him her entire fortune. He’s muy impactado. Not bad for a romance that ended 15 years ago.

Rubigote’s office: Tiburoncita is circling her prey, asking how his evening was last night with Aida. She didn’t tell him anything? She doesn’t mean to gossip and doesn’t want him to think she’s against him but…..she wants to tell him the truth although she doesn’t understand why Aida didn’t tell him. He states the obvious: every time she approaches him in friendship, matters somehow always end up worse. “Not by my doing,” she responds. She turns to leave and he stops her. Then she lays it on him without further ado: Espe is 3 months pregnant. She’s taken her first bite as the Jaws theme plays out the scene.

The Will: Arturo doesn’t understand. Paloma’s also left letters for Arturo and Martin. Perhaps these will further enlighten her wishes.

BabyDaddy’s office (combo scenes): He’s recovered enough to repeat what she’s just told him: ¿Esperanza está embarazada? 3 months? That could only mean that….. Teresa gleefully finishes his sentence: yes that bebé is yours, Ruben. It suddenly occurs to him she mentioned Aida earlier. Does she know? Teresa admits she heard her talking about it to Espe. Teresa successfully got her to believe the babydaddy is another man. Ruben’s eyes are bugging out further and further. Teresa goes on to say Aida believed it because she’s seen Espe with this other man. “Who is it!? Tell me!!” he demands. Oh, now he’s all jealous. She’s reluctant to say (sharks have been known to toss about their prey) but she will tell him the man is a doctor. Ruben immediately assumes it’s Mariano and he’s furious to think the man dating his daughter can be two-timing her with his ex-amante. She’s on a roll now, warning him about Mariano. She doesn’t think his proximity (cercanía) to his family is convenient and she mentions Mayra. Yes, yes, he agrees but he wants to know more about the man in Espe’s life. She gives up Hernán’s name and that he loves her. She also tells him she’s convinced Espe continues to love him (Ruben). He doesn’t understand why she never told him. “Now, now Ruben. And you call me cynical” Teresa says. He’s the one with a wife, a daughter. She’s only there because of her friend and doesn’t want to see her continue to suffer. As an attorney, she’d say that at the very least the bebé deserves a good living (pensión) and a life without problems like the one Aida had. Well, her job here is done. He needs to do what he thinks is best. She hasn’t said anything and hasn’t even told Arturo --- should she? Of course, Ruben thinks it best she not mention it, he wouldn’t understand. Ruben is still in shock. She doesn’t think she herself should be so understanding (comprensiva) but Espe has convinced her that he loved her albeit for a very short time. He gulps. Well, she’s off, supposing he has much to think about. She saunters to the door enjoying every bit the carnage she leaves in her wake. Ruben stands there trying to take it all in.

Vecindad: Ramón asks Mariano about Aida. Not so hot, Mariano says and tells him she’s ended it because of his friendship with Espe. Ramón doesn’t like the sound of that but tells Mariano to realistically put himself in Aida’s place. Espe did have an affair with her father, after all. He goes further, telling his son he sabotages his relationships. He’ll never be able to forget Teresa if he goes on this way. Armando has walked up and starts in on Mariano telling him to please stay away from his daughter. Ramón tells him to mind his own business. Mariano tells them to both butt out. Teresa’s made it very clear what she wants from him and what she wants from her husband. Armando wants to know what he means by that. Mariano proceeds to tell Armando the same thing he told Arturo. He’ll stay away from Teresa so long as that’s what she wants also. Armando maintains that is what she what she wants and he’s caused enough problems already. ¡Caramba! Ramón thinks it would be a good idea for Armando to tell Teresa the same thing because he knows she’s come around looking for Mariano. ¿Que dices? Armando’s shocked. It’s true, Ramón says, and he’ll repeat it as many times as he wants in front of Teresa.

The Will: Arturo reads Paloma’s letter. She’s pathetic even in death: Arturo, you know very well you are the love of my life. My only love. There’s no one else I could entrust with my foundation. You have all the right connections and I know how much you love helping others. You are a good man. Just as it was God’s will to take our son from me, it was also His will to bring these children to me. If you’re reading this, it means that I died before you and am now with our son. Our little one who I’ll cover with kisses and will speak to him lovingly of you. As always yours, Paloma.

Vecindad: Johnny recommends Gemma’s sandwiches. Cutberto talks to him about Griselda’s hopes of marriage as Juana overhears from a distance.

Genoveva’s house: She holds Paolo’s photo as she speaks of her hate for Espe. She’s giving Ruben a child. A child! The only thing she could never give him. Ruben always wanted another child and she prays it isn’t a boy (barón) which is what Ruben wants most. She’s so angry, hoping Ruben doesn’t find out about the pregnancy. She’d always hoped he would see Paulo as his son and make him a part of his business. She’s interrupted by Mayra who’s come seeking her advice on Ruben’s insistence that Aida stop managing her finances. She mentions Ruben’s suspicions about Mariano. Geno agrees that Mariano is only after her money. Geno is in complete agreement with Ruben and thinks it’s best for Mayra and Aida. Mayra doesn’t look too sure.

Juana’s apt: Refugio arrives to find Juana crying. She heard Cutberto talking about wedding plans. Outside Cutberto tells Johnny no way he’ll marry Gris. He’s not the kind of man who can idly promise marriage. Johnny is really trying to get Cutberto to string Gris along until Pati’s 18th birthday.

Espe’s out somewhere lugging a bassinet and sees a transaction go down between Fito and some guy. She notes down his motorcycle plate number.

Casa de la Barrera: Teresa asks about The Will. He responds it had to do with the foundation. She tells him Paloma wanted to make it official to obligate him further. In truth, he does feel obligated because in addition to directing the foundation, she left him her entire estate so he could support the foundation. Teresa wants facts. Did she leave a trust (fideicomiso) or what? He clarifies that she left him her entire fortune so he could increase its value in order to fund the administration of the foundation. Teresa’s speechless but controls herself, saying they then need to make that money grow so they can help as many people as possible. She’s so charitable. She still wants further clarification. The money was left in his name and not the foundation’s, correct? He confirms this. Teresa reflects on Paloma’s need to demonstrate her love and confidence in him until the very end. She tells Arturo it’s very important then to make sure neither of them touches a single peso of that money, it should all go to the children. She hugs Arturo and thought bubbles that Paloma’s money will now be hers.

Juana’s apt: Espe feels it’s best to end their friendship even though the love they have for each other is that of a brother and sister. She’s paying the consequences for her relationship with Aida’s father. She wants him to be happy if he’s truly happy dating Aida. They’re trying, he says. But he told Aida he wouldn’t end his friendship with Espe. Espe wants him to reconcile with Aida. Every day, Teresa gets closer to Arturo and it’s only right that Mariano begin his life anew. She doesn’t want him to end his relationship with Aida because of her (Espe). Before he leaves, she tells him she saw Fito. She didn’t talk to him but she did manage to jot down his license plate number.

Casa de la Barrera: Teresa wants to immerse (empapar) herself in all the ongoing projects at the foundation so she can know where she can help. Juana interrupts their discussion and wants to speak to Teresa alone. Juana wants to know all about The Will. Teresa says Paloma finally did something right and left Arturo all her money. Now he’s richer than ever. It’s meant for financing her foundation; however, she didn’t leave it in a trust so it is all at Arturo’s discretion as to how it’s used. (ruh-roh) Teresa starts talking about using the money to help kids get an education but making them work for it. She finally notices that Juana is unhappy. Juana breaks down and tells her Cutberto is getting married. Teresa feels this is the best news. She has Hector who will give her everything. She’ll have a house here and in Cuernavaca, trips to Europe at least once a year. Yes, Juana says, but she won’t (sob) have Cutberto. It’s a matter of chemistry, of the understanding between and man and a woman. She knows Hector is very attentive and thoughtful but she’ll never feel for him what she feels for Cutberto. She thinks there’s nothing worse than not being with the man you love. She begins to sob in earnest and now Teresa’s also sad.

Kind of a bummer ending after all the excitement of recent episodes. Oh well. ¡Hasta mañana!

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