Caray, Caray!

Or "You Want to Talk About This in Public?"

Tono and Mauricio quickly cover up Carola’s body as the children approach and ask them what they are doing. Tono explains that he is helping Mauricio plant his plant but the children ask him why, as he doesn’t like him, and Tono explains that neighbors must get along. Mauricio goes along with his story, though he gives Tono a death glare, and Tono asks the children to go play elsewhere. Fidel states that he misses Carola but Rafael goes to him and assures him he will find a new dog for them as Carola is with new owners. Tono then asks the kids if they want to go watch a movie and they leave, as does Rafael, as Anifer comes and brings Mauricio his gloves. She then tries to help but Mauricio asks her to direct his actions, only, and he can get his hands dirty. He sends her to stand at least 10 ft away and continues to dig around Carola’s body to plant Anifer’s plant.

As Neron and Pablo walk around town and look for a job, Pablo wonders how much longer it will take. Neron tells him they have to be careful, as he is undocumented, and they shouldn’t settle. Pablo offers to clean around the cul-de-sac, as a handyman of sorts, but Neron doesn’t know if they can pay him. Just then, Rodrigo arrives and reveals that he heard Pablo talk so he asks Pablo his age and where he comes from. Neron visibly tenses as does Pablo.

In the apartment, Baldo chides Jorge for only calling them on their birthday, and barely even then, but Jorge ask them to give him a chance as he is trying to pay for all the mistakes he made. Lili thinks that’s fine but their mother won’t be able to experience this so she wants him to tell her picture. She puts the frame in front of him but Jorge is at a loss for words. Baldo reveals that Yuriria only loved him, as she never married or had a boyfriend, though Jorge is shocked by the news. He explains that he had to keep his promise to marry Dulce, though he didn’t live the life he expected, and Yuriria was happy being a mother. After a moment, Jorge offers to give them his last name but the twins don’t think it’s enough. Jorge explains that, though he wasn’t physically there, he was always helping them and their mother but the twins look unsure.

Rodrigo continues to grill Pablo on his accent and Neron immediately comes to his defense, stating that he is from out of town, but Rodrigo doesn’t believe him. He demands to know why he pretended to be mute and Pablo explains that he is just shy, in his best Chiapas accent. Neron tries to defuse the situation by thanking Rodrigo for the baptism lunch and Rodrigo asks him to thank his husband, Rafael, as it was his idea. Neron nods as Rodrigo bids them goodbye, convinced of their story for the moment, and Neron tells him that it was a close one.

Over lunch, Renee and Anifer look down on their luck as Mauricio asks them what the problem is. He tries to also make a couple of joke, to liven the mood, but they don’t go over well. After a few moments, Mauricio asks Renee to go to the kitchen to ask her what the problem is. Renee shakes her head and asks if he found out why Anifer looks mad. Mauricio has no idea so Renee reveals that Anifer hates the idea of Kika as a potential stepmother. Mauricio thinks it’s ridiculous, as he is not marrying Kika tomorrow, but Renee wonders why he gave Kika the necklace with the ‘M’ if he wasn’t serious about their relationship. Mauricio wonders if she asks for Anifer or herself but Renee blows a gasket and wonders how he can be so cruel and hurtful, as he gave Anifer’s mother the same necklace, before storming out of the kitchen because Mauricio just doesn’t “get it.”

In her hotel room, Kika calls her sister, Charytin, to bet her $5,000 US that she will have Mauricio eating out of the palm of her hand in a short while. Charytin prefers $6,000 US and then asks Kika if she has won Anifer over yet. Kika doesn’t want to think about it but is sure Anifer will be on her side too, soon enough. Charytin wonders if she has any competition for Mauricio but Kika shakes her head as the insignificant maid is the only woman close to Mauricio. Kika then asks about her parents but her ride is there so she tells Charytin that she has to go. Her sister asks if she’s going out with Mauricio but Kika tells her she is not. Charytin warns her not to play with fire, as her vengeance plan could fall apart, and Kika assures her it won’t before hanging up.

The Barrientos’ children sit on the couch and tell Tono that they miss Carola so much. Tono explains that Carola was not for them, but another pet will come in the future that is for them, and it will be special. As his children consider this, Tono sighs deeply and rolls his eyes.

After lunch is finished, Mauricio asked Renee to go clean the plates but notices her faces and instead offers to clean everything up himself. Renee then starts sorting through a box of Basco’s things as Mauricio comes back and asks Anifer to tell him what is wrong. She prefers to play with his tablet though and runs off as soon as Mauricio gives it to her. Renee can’t believe he can’t talk to his daughter, as a father, and instead prefers to pawn her off on the tablet. Mauricio asks her not to nag him anymore so Renee tells him that they have to look through this box and see if there is anything they can use for Logatoys. Mauricio asks her to throw everything out instead and walks away.

As Valentina sees one of Kika’s videos, Jorge tries to give Neron ideas on where to go find a job. He offers to help Neron anyway he can and Neron thanks him. Neron then asks about Dulce and Valentina lowers the volume on her computer to hear. Jorge asks Neron to be quiet but Neron thinks Valentina is in her own head. Neron asks him then if he found out anything about his friend’s dad but Jorge tells him he didn’t have time and is sorry. Neron shrugs but thinks it’s strange as Logatoys hasn’t sent an employee on a trip in a long time but Jorge thinks it was important. Valentina considers this information carefully.

That night, Anifer is still playing on the tablet when Mauricio comes in and demands she give him the tablet because she has to go to sleep as she has school tomorrow. Anifer doesn’t want to go or give up the tablet but Mauricio asks her to tell him why she has been so grumpy lately. Anifer explains that she doesn’t want to go to school because her mother will come back soon and she doesn’t want to bounce from school to school. Mauricio considers this but wonders if she will leave him alone. Anifer reminds him that he has Kika and he wanted her to leave also but Mauricio tells her that he spoke to Maria and she likes the school he chose. Anifer stomps her foot and tells him she’s not going anymore until her mother tells her she can, personally.

In her room, Renee looks over the blueprints for the robot and then goes to the box of Bosco’s things. He finds a picture of Mauricio with his mother and father as well as another one of Bosco with his shareholders. Just then, Mauricio walks in and asks Renee for another favor: pretend to be Maria, again, so that they can convince Anifer to go to school. Renee tells him no but Mauricio throws him on the floor to beg.

In the kitchen, Tono asks Veronica if she thinks he did the best thing for Carola. Veronica is barely paying attention, as she’s tired, but then asks Tono if he’s going to the PTA meeting at Fidel’s. Tono doesn’t know why he has to go but Veronica asks him to please go she has a lot of things to do now. Tono looks around and offers to do the dishes, so Veronica can go rest, and she takes him up on his offer. Tono regrets his decision to help almost immediately.

Sometime later, Renee has set up the webcam to talk to Anifer, like before, and Mauricio thanks her over and over for her help. Mauricio then notices some VHS tables in his father’s box and Renee asks him to go over everything though Mauricio prefers to throw everything away. Renee reminds him that the videos and photos are now Anifer’s too and he shouldn’t deprive her of getting to know her family. Mauricio considers this but doesn’t have anything to play a VHS on. Renee tells him that he can borrow hers but Mauricio seems clueless on how to use one.

In Samuel’s room, Valentina tells him about her suspicions that Jorge lied about his trip but Samuel could care less as everyone lies. She then leaves in a huff and it is revealed Samuel has been chatting with someone online. They ask him something and he takes off his jacket to reveal a hand shaped bruise on his left arm. He takes a picture and types out a text: “I already finished my first challenge. Here’s a picture to show you all that I am serious.”

Veronica goes to take out the garbage and runs into Renee. They meet at the gazebo and Veronica admits that she’s happy at her new job but is frustrated because Tono still doesn’t take care of the house like he should. Renee admits that she’s equally frustrated with Mauricio’s antics but loves Anifer very much. Renee then shows her an old magazine and they laugh at some of the hairstyles before showing her a picture of Bosco Lopez Garza with the Brauns. Renee deduces that the little girls in the photo are Charytin and Kika Braun, Mauricio’s current girlfriend. Veronica can’t understand why Renee cares so much, unless she’s jealous, and Renee shakes her head but Veronica is unconvinced.

Mauricio has finally gotten the VHS in the player but can’t bring himself to press play. After a few fault starts, he turns on the video and sees his father on the screen. Bosco explains that the future is uncertain so he made these videos so he knows how important he is to him. Mauricio gets teary eyes at the sight of his father.

Renee tells Veronica that she could care less about Mauricio, especially after how he left her jobless but Veronica doesn’t believe one word. Renee explains that their relationship is strictly professional, as she's been able to save money by renting out her place and living with him, but Veronica thinks she’s hiding her true feelings. Renee reiterates that she doesn’t have time for love but Veronica is sure she likes him, even if she won’t admit it. Renee finally relents and admits she likes Mauricio, despite everything, she likes him. Veronica smiles wide.

At the club, Kika thanks Fabian for the funniest time and the best margaritas but Fabian is worried about Mauricio because he’s betraying his trust. Kika reminds him that she has nothing formal or exclusive with Mauricio so Fabian thinks he has a chance. Kika asks him to give it his best shot and Fabian kisses her. After a moment, Kika asks him to stop and Fabian realizes that Kika loves to be in control. She tells him that she is always in control and they toast to their fun night.

Renee makes it clear that she likes Mauricio, not loves, and then tells Veronica that she needs to stop talking because she has a lot of work to do about her project, which is due soon. Veronica tries to follow Renee, to find out more about her crush on Mauricio, but Renee jokes that she needs to concentrate on her project and walks way before Veronica can tease her some more.

Mauricio looks through more videos of his father and mother, spending time with them and playing with them, with tears in his eyes. In one video, Bosco tells the camera that he started Logatoys because he hopes Mauricio will take over the company and converse his playful spirit forever. Renee comes back home then and Mauricio wipes the tears in his eyes. Renee apologizes for interrupting but Mauricio shakes his head and thanks her for keeping his father’s things. He then goes to bed and Renee wonders if Mauricio is finally changing.

The next morning, Renee sends her project to Wilma and they are both happy that she finished in time. Renee wonders how long it will take for the University but Wilma asks her to be patient and work on her thesis in the meantime; she also has to study for the entrance exam. Renee thanks Wilma for her help and hangs up so she can get started on breakfast and get Anifer to school. She chugs down some coffee then and goes to wake up Anifer.

As Valentina prepares breakfast, Jorge tells her that he won’t be picking them up that afternoon. Valentina nods and Jorge screams for Samuel to hurry. Samuel comes running then and Jorge notices the bruises on his arm but he can’t get an explanation out of Samuel, who runs out the door the very next moment.

At home, Tono and his children scream for breakfast as Veronica comes running and chides Tono for not waking her. She then tells the children that Tono will feed them and leaves as the children demand Tono make pancakes. Tono promises to try but can’t promise anything and goes to the kitchen. After a few moments, Fidel screams that he already has a bet but his siblings don’t know what he’s talking about.

Over breakfast, Anifer declares that she is not going anywhere until she speaks with her mother but Mauricio has had it up to here with her attitude. He wonders where he will stash her all day, as he has to go to Logatoys and see Kika, and Renee offers to take care of her before yawning big. Mauricio asks her why she is so tired and Renee explains the purpose of her all-nighter. She then tells Mauricio not to worry about his meeting with Kika and reveals that she saw a picture of his family and her family in an old society magazine. Mauricio isn’t sure it’s here but can’t say more as Kika has arrived. She tells Mauricio that she isn’t there for him right now but for Anifer. Anifer puts up her fists to fight but Kika tells her that she came to invite her for a fashion day so she can buy some new outfits for school. Anifer declares that she isn’t going anywhere if Renee isn’t and Kika lets her come with, though clenched teeth.

Sometime later, at Logatoys, Mauricio declares that he must raise the company from the ashes and make his father proud. Fabian reminds him that they have Kika’s investment as well but Mauricio is unsure; either way, they must hurry and produce new toys as the best selling months are coming up. He then notices Fabian’s face and smiles because he looks like he didn’t sleep and must have a girlfriend. Fabian explains that his girlfriend is insomnia as Jorge comes and announces that Falcon is ready to see them. Mauricio still can’t manage to get Jorge’s name right and Fabian worries about what new mess Mauricio will get them into with Falcon.

At the mall, Kika and Renee grab Anifer each by one hand and lead the way. Kika explains that she has always tried to be fashionable and begins to look for the best outfit for Anifer. Renee tries to get information out of Kika, regarding her and Mauricio, but Kika barely obliges. Instead, she drags Anifer into a store, much to her annoyance and Renee’s.

At Neron’s, Neron cradles Milady as Flor gets him his jacket for his interview. She tells him that she will try to get another gig and wishes Neron luck before kissing him goodbye.

Kika shows Anifer various dresses at the store but Anifer is unimpressed an Renee can only look at the girl, surprised at how clueless Kika is.

At the meeting with Falcon, Mauricio asks him for another loan but Falcon is shocked he would ask for more money after all his recent disasters. Mauricio tells him that he needs the money quickly and he will repay him as soon as Kika invests in the company. Falcon notes that Christmas is just around the corner though so he accepts and Jorge presents him with Mauricio’s terms and conditions for accepting the loan. Falcon reads the contract over very carefully as Mauricio bites his nails.

At this point, Kika has all but given up on Anifer and goes to try on her own outfits but not before instructing Renee to help Anifer try on something because the dresses they saw were very beautiful and expensive. As she leaves, Renee rolls her eyes with Anifer at Kika’s antics.

Moments later, Kika walks into a dressing room and talks with Charytin on her phone. Renee and Anifer walk into another one close by but Anifer tells Renee that the dresses she chose are too big. Renee nods and goes to look for another one but passes by Kika’s dressing room and overhears her conversation. Kika tells Charytin that she will never forgive Mauricio for breaking her heart and she won’t invest one, red cent in Logatoys either. In fact, Mauricio is going to pay for what his family did to their father and her revenge is going to be very public and spectacular. Renee stands outside the dressing room, mouth agape…

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