Wednesday, December 10, 2014
La Malquerida, capitulo 76. 12/09/14.
Acacia tries to pay Ulises a visit. Instead Carmen answers the door and tells her to leave. Don't you understand that my son doesn't want to see you again? I will never forgive you for what you did to him. Ulises comes to the door and asks Carmen to leave so that he can talk to Acacia. Ulises asks her what she came for and Acacia hands him his necklace back. She understands that they will never be together again.
Norberto asks Manuel if he is still worried about Cris. There's nothing you can do so make sure you pay close attention to Acacia. Manuel wonders who's worse. His mother or his father? Norberto tells him to quit saying stupid things. I only told you what I thought about that baby. I may not be the best father or the best man but I did not abandon you like your mother. Manuel informs Norberto that German only paid for 3 night stay for their mother at the hotel. Well, since she is out of money perhaps she will stop being selfish and come back home. Then it will be me who will set some ground rules.
Ulises asks why she wants to give the necklace back. Because it is a reminder of your father replies Acacia. Ulises says his father gave it to him before he died. He told him to be a good and honest man which he has tried to do. Why didn't you believe me when I needed you most? She regrets her decision in not believing him. I would have expected this from anyone but you says Ulises. That is why I am leaving replies Acacia. With everything that has happened, our relationship cannot be salvaged. Ulises is in agreement. She feels bad knowing how much she hurt him and hopes he will be happy in life. Like you have with Manuel asks Ulises. There is nothing going on between us replies Acacia. Even if there was, it is no longer important to me replies Ulises. He turns to go and she stops him. She hands him his necklace. He tells her to hold on to it. He always keeps his promise. He gave it to her so that it would protect her.
Manuel doesn't understand why Norberto would want Juliana back in his life after everything that she did. Perhaps you and your brother don't understand but I love her and want her back says Norberto. Even though you know she doesn't love you asks Manuel. Of course replies Norberto. I knew all these years that she didn't love me and I didn't care. He leaves to go the association and Juliana sneaks in. She wants to talk to Manuel. About what he asks. Do you need more money? Juliana can't understand why he and German are acting this way with her. After all she did raise them. Manuel says he can't believe what she did. He wonders if perhaps all the problems she had with Norberto was also equally her fault. Of course not replies Juliana. Your father is a womanizer, a gambler and an abuser. Perhaps if you had been a better wife things wouldn't have turned out this way points out Manuel. Instead of fighting with him, why don't you come back? After all, my father still loves you. But I don’t replies Juliana. I am trying to figure out a way to fix my problems but I need your help.
Ulises tells Arturo and Itzel that he feels he is going nuts. Why would she bring me back that necklace? Perhaps it was a way for her to be able to see you again replies Arturo. Itzel believes that Acacia is remorseful. After I told her everything that happened, she wanted to come running to you. She doesn't love me enough replies Ulises. I think she may even be seeing Manuel. Arturo doesn’t think so. You know Manuel is always trying to find a way to get closer to her. I don’t agree with what Acacia did, but I believe she is not with Manuel. You didn't give her back that necklace so it will keep protecting her but for her to keep thinking of you. Itzel is in agreement and says if your love for each other is so strong, I don't believe it would have ended so quickly. Sometimes love isn't enough says Ulises. Carmen comes in wanting to know what Acacia wanted. Nothing says Ulises. He asks the group if they are ready to leave. They have a meeting with Hector shortly. Itzel is still scared but Ulises promises everything will turn out okay.
Danilo comes into the bedroom as Ale is combing her hair. He asks if she liked the mariachi band serenading her last night. She nods her head. He takes the brush from her and starts to brush her hair. Understand I want you well. If you do your part, we can be happy. He asks her to close her eyes and puts in her hand a jewelry box. It's a bracelet. She thanks him but doesn't want him to buy her expensive things. She just wants him to treat her right and let her go out with her friends.
Cris returns to the house with her family. All she wants to do is sleep. JC asks what the doctor told her but Esteban says they will discuss it later. He takes Cris to their room. Luisa takes the opportunity as everyone leaves to ask Acacia what happened with Ulises. I was an idiot replies Acacia. Instead of listening to what my heart was telling me, I believed everything everyone else was saying about him. I have lost him forever.
Danilo says you always try to fool me and I pretend that you do. You once asked me to let you out and you tried to escape with your brother. Ale reminds him that was long ago. She can take Julianita with her. After all, I did tell Acacia she was your niece. Or you can go with me. Although you will be bored like you were at the hospital. Bored? Never with you replies Danilo. He tells her to fix herself up and since she wants to go out, they will go together into town. He puts the bracelet on her arm.
Esteban takes Cris into their bedroom followed by Rosa. She sees all the baby stuff in her room and loses it. She throws everything around and he tries to calm her. She shouts for Rosa to take everything from the room.
Luisa wonders why Acacia went to return the necklace to Ulises. I wanted to close this chapter replies Acacia. Luisa doesn’t believe her and asks if it was because she wanted to see him. Acacia admits that was the main reason. She wanted to see him to ask for forgiveness but realizes once she saw his mother, it was no use. I feel bad. Before I had the anger holding me back from seeing him. But now....suddenly they hear Esteban yelling. He tells Rosa that they just lost their child and she didn't think to take all the baby things out of the room? Rosa starts crying and asking for forgiveness as Acacia and Luisa run in. Acacia runs to her mother and tells Esteban to calm down. She tells Cris to come to her room instead. Esteban demands they remove any baby stuff from the room and should be thankful that he doesn't fire Rosa and Luisa.
Juliana is grateful that German came to see her. She asks about Cris. German says the grandparents told him that she was very depressed. Juliana says she will go see her shortly. German advises her to wait until Cris wants to talk to her. Juliana tells the boys that she needs their help in getting on with her life. Manuel tells German that he told her to go back to their father. German doesn't think it's a good idea. He also thinks since she has no money that she will need to find a job. Juliana protests that she doesn't know how to work. She has never done it. German suggests she find a cooking job or sell things that she makes. Find a simple job. How can you think I would do that she asks. Do I look like Luisa? Cooking for strangers? German says it's a good and honest job. Don’t you realize that getting divorced means you will have to look out for yourself? Juliana just can't. I am asking for help and this is what you say to me?
Acacia takes her mother into her room. Cris wants to be left alone to sleep. Esteban comes in and asks if Acacia realizes what Rosa and Luisa did leaving all that baby stuff lying around the room? Acacia defends the woman and says they all forgot about it. But they clean that room daily replies Esteban. Cris begs him to stop so that she can sleep. Acacia says she will stay and take care of her mother. Esteban leaves the room.
Juliana just wants the boys to pay for another few nights at the hotel. I do not plan on working because Norberto has to give me a huge alimony. German tells her to forget about that and work. It's the only correct way. You cannot do the same thing like Manuel and not work. Do you see what the consequences are for not doing anything? Also, it's not like I have a lot of money. What about what your father gives you asks Juliana. German says he already spent it paying for her hotel instead of buying his materials. If you explain to Andres what happened, I'm sure he'll give you more replies Juliana. German will not live off of Andres. Why don't you go and live with your parents? There you don't have to pay a thing. You know I can't says Juliana. My father is sick and my mother will just ask me for money which I don't have. Manuel offers to pay for another 2 or 3 nights but that's all he can do. German says he can't pay for anymore nights. Juliana begs them to help her. She spots Andres walking up and her voice becomes sugary sweet. She thanks them for helping her. German says he has to go with Andres. They have something important to do. Manuel says he's off to see Acacia. Juliana says if they are going to do something together, she can join them. German tells her no. they are off to see Carmen.
Hector, Ulises and Itzel are leaving the courthouse. Hector is glad that she gave her statement to the police. She hopes that the bad guys are not going to harm her or her family. Hector assures her that there are people watching the community and if anything isn't legit, they are in contact with him. He wants her to try and get everyone in the community to file a report. Ulises thanks her for everything she did and wants to know if she will walk with him to see if she can spot the location they were taken too. I can't remember anything but perhaps you can.
Esteban tells the grandparents what happened. He thinks Cris is not doing to good. She definitely needs therapy. JC agrees but thinks so does Esteban. There is nothing wrong with asking for help. I am sad but not as bad as her replies Esteban. Anyway, I wont feel comfortable talking about this with a stranger. Elenita understands that what Luisa and Rosa did was bad but it's really everyone's fault. No one thought about removing the baby things from the room. Rosa and Luisa come in. Rosa crying, asks for forgiveness. The only way to fix things is to leave the hacienda. Esteban tells them to do whatever they want and leaves. Elenita says they can't leave. Understand that he is upset, but they would never want you to leave. On the other hand, you know how much Cris loves you. You can't leave her especially in her time of need. JC tells them to just get everything out of the room. Elenita predicts many sad days to come. Thankfully we are here replies JC. They go off to see Cris.
Acacia comes out of her room and runs into Esteban. Mom feel asleep. I am worried about her and you too. How are you? He tells her to worry about her mother and he will do the same.
Carmen apologizes for her bad treatment of German. He understands how she felt with everything that happened. She hugs him. You are Andres son and I want us to get along like we did before all this happened. German agrees. Now that everything is okay with Andres, he is glad she has returned with his father.
Itzel feels bad for not recognizing the house they were held in. Ulises is just grateful that she tried. Itzel says she's off. Ulises thanks her for her testimony and as soon as things get settled, he plans to visit her grandmother. They hug. She leaves and Hector comes in. they talk business. Hector wants to buy all the stock that the one buyer who pulled out has. He wants the business to go well not only for him but for Ulises too. Ulises just wants to prove to everyone that he is an honest man.
Acacia brings Esteban coffee. Since her mother is in bed, she figures she will bring it to him. Esteban tells her that's enough! If you wanted to put distance between us, then distance it will be. I don't want you close to me.
Rosa brings Cris dinner but she doesn't want it. Rosa wants to ask forgiveness for not taking the baby things out of the room. Cris doesn't want to talk about it. Rosa says God will bring her comfort in her time of need. Cris says she doesn't want comfort but to die.
Acacia just wanted to avoid situations that are not appropriate with them. Esteban doesn't care. He just cares about what is going on with Cris. You don't have to do nice things for me. It's best if we limit our contact. Let's pretend in front of others.
Rosa asks Cris how could she say that? Acacia doesn't need me anymore and I have failed Esteban replies Cris. If our marriage had problems before, this will now end it. Rosa believes the pain of losing their child will unite them more. Cris doesn't agree. Love is what should unite us not the pain. Rosa reminds her that he returned to her for love. He didn't even know about the baby. He loves you. Cris says Esteban is a man that needs children. I never thought he cared. But you saw how he was when he found out he was going to be a father. Rosa thinks she can have another. That's the problem replies Cris. I can't.
Manuel comes to visit Acacia and sees her crying. She says she has never before felt so alone. Manuel reminds her she is not alone. He will always be there for her. It's true says Acacia. You have always been there for me when I needed it. Manuel points out that they have always gotten along since they were kids. He brought his godmother some flowers to help brighten her day. But now realizes he has to divide the bouquet in 2. he gives her a rose and asks to see her. When Acacia informs him that she doesn’t' want to see anymore, he offers to take her out to dinner.
Cris believes the doctor told her that she can try again in a year so that she wouldn't become depressed. Rosa asks her to have faith in God. You are young and strong. Cris doesn't think Esteban would wait so long just to find out that she can't. Having a partner is accepting the good and the bad together. It's easy to say but not to do says Cris. He and I just got back together again. Rosa offers Cris comfort.
Luisa is outside when Rubio spots her and about to go to her when Arturo shows up. He's glad she called him. They kiss. Rubio looks on. Luisa says she couldn't sleep last night thinking about the kiss they exchanged yesterday. I couldn't either admits Arturo. Rubio comes out of his hiding place holding a machete yelling at Arturo. What are you doing here? Luisa tells Rubio not to start. Cris already gave her permission. Are you going out with him asks Rubio. That is my business shouts Luisa. Arturo tells him to mind his own business. Rubio says it is his business because he loves her.
Rosa runs into Esteban in the hall and he asks how Cris is doing. Rosa says she's really sad and needs him more than ever. He apologizes for yelling at her. He was angry and asks her to forgive him. You know I love you like a mother. Rosa says the most important thing right now is Cris.
Rubio admits to Arturo that he has always loved Luisa and will always watch out for her. Luisa just asks him to leave her alone. Rubio will not allow any man to abuse her. He warns Arturo to watch himself. Luisa tells Rubio to put away the machete and stop throwing threats around. He grabs her and reminds her that the more you look up, the harder the fall. He leaves and Arturo asks her what is up with Rubio? Was he serious with everything that he said? He's just mad that I never paid him any mind replies Luisa. Arturo tells her how beautiful she is. Luisa says she asked him to come because she wants to take things slow. I don't want you to be the rebound guy. Arturo understands but that doesn't mean they can't keep going out. Only as friends replies Luisa. Arturo agrees to take it as slowly as she wants.
Esteban pays Cris a visit. He asks how she's doing. Cris says she can't stop thinking about the baby. He will always be with her. With both of us adds Esteban. We have to move ahead. We can have another child in the future. Cris tells him to leave her. She just wants to sleep. Esteban says he will sleep with her. She wants him to go sleep in their bedroom but he won't hear of it. He gets his side of the bed ready and finds Acacia nightgown tucked under the pillow. He grabs it and remembers her in it.
Manuel confesses to Acacia that at first he didn't like Hector. He didn't like the fact he was siding with Ulises when all the fraud stuff went down. Now that I see how he treats you, I believe he is a good person. Acacia thinks that he reminds her a little of her father. She sees Hector more as a father figure whereas with Esteban....different. Manuel thinks he's more than her step-father. He's more like her friend. Before he married my mother I saw him more like my friend but now, not even that. Why asks Manuel. What happened? He doesn't want me to come around him. Manuel thinks he just needs time. He's probably feeling bad because his wife is depressed. Don't you agree? But once my godmother is better, I’m sure Esteban will be also. Acacia hopes things will go back to what it use to be.
Esteban and Cris are sleeping in Acacia's bed. She walks in and sees them. He stirs and she is startled. She walks out. He wakes up looking around.
Acacia crying runs into Elenita. She tells Elenita that Esteban stayed in her room with her mother. Where are you going to sleep then? In their bedroom she asks. In one of the other guestrooms replies Acacia.
Next day, Esteban escorts Cris into their bedroom. He checks to make sure all the baby stuff is out. He offers to bring her breakfast but she doesn't want it. Why doesn't everyone not understand that I want to do is sleep. He reminds her he's also in pain. But this is not the end of the world. Cris doesn't want to talk about it. He says he'll bring her breakfast anyway and leaves.
Ale and Danilo come to pay a visit and wonder how Cris is doing. Acacia says still depressed but the doctor suggests therapy will help her. Esteban comes in and Danilo says he knows some therapists that can help. Esteban appreciates the thought but they don’t' need it. He came to bring Cris breakfasts but wants to talk with him and invites him for some coffee. They men leave and Acacia gives Ale the phone charger. She reminds Acacia not to tell Danilo since she has lost so many.
We get scenes with Ulises going on with his work. Luisa and Arturo growing closer together. Esteban trying to help Cris. Acacia and Esteban still distant. Memo and Perla hanging out. Manuel offering Acacia comfort. Juliana and Norberto fighting. Ale taking pictures. Juliana trying to seduce Hector. Esteban yelling at Cris to get a reaction out of her. Cris crying.
Acacia tells Ale how sad she is. Her mother doesn't want to leave her room. Ale will try and have Danilo take her to see Cris. She doesn't want to see anymore replies Acacia. She won't even go to therapy. Ale says they need to do something. It's been 3 weeks already. Acacia said the doctor told them it was very difficult to go through this and we are all worried. Ale feels for her and asks if she has heard from Ulises. Nothing replies Acacia. As time goes on, I realize I will never see him again. And how are things with Esteban asks Ale. He won't talk to me says Acacia. I can't hardly take it anymore. I want to comfort him. What hurts you more asks Ale. What is going on with Ulises or Esteban?
Juliana comes to pay Cris a visit. She asks Rosa how Cris is doing. The same replies Rosa. Juliana wants to give Cris a hug. Rosa says Cris doesn’t' want visitors and Juliana goes off to see German.
Acacia can't believe Ale would ask her that. Both situations are different. Ulises was my boyfriend and I want to get back with him. With Esteban it's hurts because there are a lot of things I miss. I understand that he is my mother's husband. Ale thinks Esteban can't handle what he feels for her, so he cut ties with her. He probably won't be able to handle the temptation much longer.
Manana: Cris tells Esteban to leave; Acacia tries to get her mother to react and stop Esteban from leaving; Acacia and Esteban kiss.
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Well, it looks as though Uli will eventually forgive Ack since he insisted that she keep the necklace.
Nobody thought to remove the baby things from Cris's bedroom. really ? That is the first thing people do before the mother comes home from the hospital if she has lost he baby.
Can't they bring the psychologist to the house anyway, if only to do an evaluation of Cris. Maybe she would react a little if the person is there. It's tough to get a depressed person to accept help. Poor Cris.
Este, on the other hand, doesn't want to see a psychologist because he doesn't want anyone learning about the darkness in his soul.
Alas, Itzel has left. But it's good that Uli concentrate on his work and on finding the bad guys, while he gives his heart a chance to heal.
I'm also glad that Luisa is also taking things slow with Art to ensure that she's just not launching herself into a serious relationship with him to forget Manuel. Very mature of her. She's come a long way. I laughed when after the machete incident (yikes!) Art had enough of a sense of humor to say that it looks like he has to fight against half an army of her suitors.
While the writers need to create the opportunity for Cris to pour out her grief and hurt, Rosa not removing the baby paraphanelia was completely out of character. Period. And let's not even mention Elenita would certainly have checked to make sure this was done.
It was heartwrenching watching Cris berate herself mercilessly for losing the child. And further, only to find out she can likely not conceive again was but another sharp wound.
Ale was right to ask "What hurts you more asks Ale. What is going on with Ulises or Esteban?" It was painfully evident Acacia is in love with Esteban, her yearning was evident just by the expression on her face.
I enjoyed the montage of scenes. There was one that was most distubrbing to me and I am asking for everyone's take on this. Hector and Juliana were eating together and as she got up from her chair, it appeared to be he closed his eyes for a brief moment, perhaps inhaling her scent? Did anayone else see this??
Aside from Cris' agony and Danilo's continued evilness there was one scene in particular that alarmed me - Rubio's unsheathing of his machete. I thought this was important as Rubio seemed to completely lose control. Was it because he saw what we do, that Luisa and Arturo are beginning to fall in love? Did it strike him that this is not the foolish Manuel, but someone who is a credible, real threat?
Susanlynn, Uli will likely forgive Acacia but I think she has already really moved beyond him. And into Esteban's arms. Sigh.
Gloria, thank you!
Diana
Diana
I'm still not convinced that it's really love that Acacia feels for Este. I'll have to see where things go once they give into their desires, and if there's anything deeper there.
Diana, I too did a double take with that montage and Hectors reaction. He is human and imperfect and may be succumbing to all the flattery. Juliana is pretty, relentless and motivated to find free ride.
I love the character, Esteban, and is very complex. His apology to Rosa and declaration he loves her as a mother he never had, done with a sincere but stiff upper lip. His duplicity evident to me but his internal struggle as well.
The conversations with Ale give only a glimpse of how Acacia really feels for Esteban. Ale sees it and asks but does Acacia really know or is she in denial?
I saw it the way you did Vivi. I agree with you tofie, that he is human after all. I am hoping it was just a momentary lapse of judgement? Of course if you are right gloria, I would be very relieved as in truth, he should be avoiding her at all costs :)
Diana
As for Hector and Juliana...Hector is busily trying to help so many people , and he feels that he will never have his onetruelove. Plus, Juliana has put the flirting, clinging into overdrive as she tries to snare her next mealticket. The man has needs.
Unfortunately for Uli, I think he will end up with Ack because she is a main character and has been depicted as a wild, crazy, misguided, inexperienced, , immature kid. I do not think that he would have told her to keep his father's necklace for protection if they were not destined to be together. Yuck
I just want Cris to get the help she needs to get past the depression, and I want Este out of her life. He can go somewhere else to deal with his issues, and Acacia can follow him if she wants.
People grieve in different ways , and men and women deal differently with the loss of a child. I have read that men tend to mourn and then move on . Women tend to weave the loss of a child into their lives and carry that child with them throughout their lives. I know that was true in my case. Even strong marriages are challenged by the loss of a child, and Chris and Este's marriage was already rocky.
Maybe I (we?) have been relying on Hector to ensure everyone's salvation too heavily.
Diana
Hector, Uli and German really are the Dream Team (along with Andres and Arturo). Everything about Danilo's character and demeanor screams something/everything is amiss. I keep thinking he will make a huge misstep, putting all eyes on him.
I also loathed young Juli's watching Ale when she was talking with Acacia. Imagine never having a moment's peace and being watched every second. Of course, these pale in view of what Ale must endure with Danilo.
Diana
Thank you Gloria for your full and detailed recap.
Manuel wonders who's worst, his mother or his father. Yes, if it were me, I would be wondering too.
Juliana says--Do I look like Luisa? Cooking for strangers. Sorry Julie, I do not feel sorry for you. It's about time you come down to earth and join the
"average folks."
I was shocked that Itzel--the star
witness left to go back home alone. She should be under escort-
a witness protection program.
Vivi---I agree that Rubio sees Arturo as a REAL threat. Watch your back Art. Rubio is not a good person, he's not a good person.
Diana---I didn't notice Hector's closed eyes or if I did, I didn't think anything about it.
Itzel is the true prize not Acacia
well not Acacia at this point anyway. My vote goes to Itzel but
in the opening segment each night we see Uli with Acacia. Itzel is not shown so I guess that we are to believe that Acacia and Uli will at some point get back together.
The perfect storm, everyone forgot to remove the baby's things
Can't wait to see where the kiss leads tonight. Will Acacia be thinking about Cris or herself? This could get interesting.
the gringo
He makes it so easy to loathe him.
Diana
But the way Alejandra was acting went right over Acacia's head.
the gringo
Before I get to the heavy stuff of the episode first I wanna say that it made me smile to finally see Germán call Andres "dad". Diana, you're right. Most of the males in this TN are just fab (except the 3 musketeers: Dan, Este, and Norbie).
Cris definitely needs help. I hope she does the therapy. IF Esteban does it as well (which I doubt) maybe he should do it separate from Cris and not make this a couples therapy thing. I was surprised to see Este apologize to Rosa but I'm glad he did. It wasn't her fault nor Luisa's.
I'm surprised Hector agreed to continue seeing Juliana. I wonder what he thinks of all her drama. She will probably come out on the losing side in the feud with Norbie.
Rubio made a bold move revealing his feelings for Luisa. Dude, she's just not into you.
Acacia really needs to consider what Ale told her. Looks like Este will finally give into temptation and Acacia won't resist.
Hector had already spotted Dan amongst the group of Ulises accusers in the jail/courthouse, with Perla, before the hospital meeting.
Susanlynn- That's so interesting about how men and women grieve the loss of a child, and so beautiful to hear how you carry your lost baby in your heart.
"Ulises tells Arturo and Itzel that he feels he is going nuts. Why would she bring me back that necklace? Perhaps it was a way for her to be able to see you again replies Arturo. Itzel believes that Acacia is remorseful. After I told her everything that happened, she wanted to come running to you. She doesn't love me enough replies Ulises...You didn't give her back that necklace so it will keep protecting her but for her to keep thinking of you. Itzel is in agreement and says if your love for each other is so strong, I don't believe it would have ended so quickly. Sometimes love isn't enough says Ulises."
Question: Does Acacia really love Ulises? Does she just not love him deeply enough? What is it that she feels for him?
Ulis is her first deep attachment to a guy close to her age that she slept with and thought it love. It inflated her own ego and she was trying to replicate what she fantasized, but could not have with her stepfather. She wanted a guy that adored her and she would love like the relationship her mother and Esteban did have, not realizing it's difficulty. Her fantasy man and the man she physically desires, Esteban, was off limits. I don't think she loves Esteban either but she has created an ideal that is impossible of him, Ulis or any other man.
She is not experienced enough to separate pure passion from love. She is also too immature and indecisive as evidenced by her ping pong reaction back and forth to Uli.
She may want to do the right thing with Este but I'm sorry, she simply isn't trying hard enough.
Diana
God bless. You have been through so much but nothing has diminished your kindness or spirit.
Diana
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