Caray, Caray!

• Victoria had finished greeting Alejandra when Leticia came in and accused Alejandra of taking what was rightfully hers. Olivia pointed out to Leticia that Alonso was satisfied with her work only to get the response that “This is because everything is always done your way.”
  
  
• Alejandra said that whenever one begins somewhere new they need to learn the ways of the company and Roberto promised to be helpful if needed. Victoria and Olivia said a few welcoming remarks about hoping she would be happy there and Leticia walked off with “Yes, I hope so.” Her tone said otherwise.
• Leonardo asked Carlos to explain what happened. He described the events of that evening, explaining that Alan had called the “dancers.” He continued to describe that the others had left him alone with Patricia and that he had ended up in bed with her. Leonardo asked about drugs, violence, and whether he had used protection and what happened after the sex. He told him that nothing happened; they had fallen asleep He described waking up in the morning and leaving a note propped up against the champagne bottle before leaving. Patricia looked asleep. He said that before he left he requested breakfast and a rose from room service. It was to thank her for the night before. He thought she would leave in her own time.
• Ricardo arrived at the office to find Alejandra already at work. She explained that Olivia had showed her around, explained a few things, introduced her to a few colleagues. She liked the office and the neighborhood. He said he was frequently in early and that this was the best part of his day.
• Carlos explained that he left the room, took the elevator to the parking garage, was asked if all was well, and someone got his car for him. He asked someone to get a cab for the girl when she left the room. Then he went home, changed his clothes, and went to the church. This all sounded strange to Leonardo, who asked about Alan's involvement with the reports and witnesses. There were witnesses who said he was left alone with the girl. Leonardo looked at the documents and said that the times did not match the report. Carlos swore he was innocent. Leonardo said that nobody accused him and that it wouldn't make sense for him to commit a murder just before his wedding. He believed him and said he would take his case. Carlos thanked him and shook his hand.
• After a few semi-flirtatious looks at each other, Ricardo and Alejandra mentioned the Perez custody case. Ricardo then told her he was going to fill her in on another case he thought she had recommended her for. He then handed her the file about Virginia, saaying that there were things he could not tell her for ethical reasons. They were not going to oppose each other because he wanted them to do what was right.
• Carlos made a show of gratitude. Leonardo told him that Alonso didn't allow anyone to just take on cases on their own, so he would have to tell him the details. He would get this investigated. Carlos went on about helping his (lawyer) fiancée with this, saying “You don't know how much we love each other.” This must be the real reason he wanted Leonardo on the case.
• Olivia, Victoria, and Roberto talked in the coffee lounge about Alejandra. All got good vibes upon meeting her and Roberto mentioned hearing that she was an excellent lawyer. Olivia hoped that Leticia would get over her tantrum about this and Roberto mentioned that according to Benjamín she wanted to leave and he seemed the most worried about that. Olivia wondered why, since he was married. She asked if there was anything going on between them and the other two simultaneously said “Ay, Olivia!” followed by Roberto pointing out their “connexion” and saying to Olivia “What world are you living in?” Victoria excused herself and Olivia asked about Leonardo. Roberto pointed out that he handled the Mendez affair appropriately but that their differences are not resolved. The one thing he did know was that Leonardo was done with Ana Maria.
• Leticia went into Benjamín's office to tell him it would be better for her to leave. He got her to change her mind, telling her to leave it to him. Possible coffee break activity that had nothing to do with coffee.
• Ricardo and Alejandra were finishing their conversation when Carmen came in to tell Ricardo that someone wanted to see him. It was Mariana, Ricardo's old girlfriend, who wanted him to handle her divorce. Alejandra made an effort to not pay attention but she obviously didn't like what she was listening to as Mariana said “There is no better lawyer than you.” However, he recommended Alejandra take this case because Mariana and her husband (Raúl) were married in Las Vegas. Mariana was alright with that and gave Alejandra her business card. They would meet to discuss the case the next morning. She was a bit too flirtatious with Ricardo in front of Alejandra before walking out and Ricardo explained to Alejandra that they knew each other for a very long time.
• Virginia was on her lawn with Fermin, who was getting her out of the wheelchair to walk. The objective was to get her back on her feet. She told him she would need all her strength for the impending battle with her children. She was sure they were just waiting for her to die so they could get her money.
• Paula, Alicia, and Lourdes drove through the cemetery gates, bribing the gatekeeper by pre-arrangement. They said they would not take long. Paula looked for her cell phone as they got out of the car.
• Olivia ignored all advice to leave Leonardo alone and stopped in his office before leaving for the night to check up on him. He was a little annoyed, telling her he had a lot of work to do and had no time for this. She said she would help him as he escorted her out.
• The Ladies in Black went to the grave to open it with the help of the man they bribed and one other.
• Roberto stopped at Leonardo's office but he didn't want to talk to him. He got up from his desk to emphasize the point, closing the door before Roberto could enter. Victoria was also outside saying “I didn't want to say 'I told you so,' but... I told you so.” She told him that his entire manner with women got him into this jam despite him not knowing that he was treading on private property (as it were). They argued this a little before going back to their offices.
• The coffin was pulled out and the women opened it. Lourdes touched the dead man's hands and apologized for not having been with him in his last moments because his children had prevented her doing so. She took off the ring he had given her, laid it on his chest, and cried some more. A policeman walked by and saw that the gate was unchained. He saw the white SUV and went inside. He noted that the car was not occupied, then looked at the license plate.
• Ricardo and Alejandra were still working and all seemed to be well. He told her it was a pleasuare working with her and they decided to call it a night. He asked her if she would like to grab a bite with him and she declined. She also declined drinks and then a lunch date for the next day. When is she going to find out he's divorced?
• Paula and Alicia tried to get Lourdes to get up and leave but she wouldn't. Finally the cop approached them. He wasn't willing to listen to any explanations and told them they were under arrest for desecrating a grave. He started to direct them out.
• Ricardo and Leonardo dined on tacos at Ricardo's place and talked about Alejandra. Ricardo told him that she had turned down his invitations to go out and he said that Alejandra was being sensible in view of her recent experience. After all her fiance is under arrest and seems to still be in love with her. Ricardo took notice of that.
• At the police station Paula invoked her right to a phone call, so she called Ricardo. She explained what happened and he said he would be right there. He asked Leonardo how to handle this situation.
• Alejandra arrived home with some groceries and the maid told her that her mother was out with her friends. She handed her a list of messages regarding the return of the wedding gifts.
• A plainclothes desk clerk told the three ladies that they were likely to get three to six months for what they did. Lourdes begged him to let the other two go because she was the only guilty party and they were just accompanying her. Paula asked to be allowed to call her daughter and she stepped away to do so. She told her that they were at the twenty-third precinct. As soon as she ended the call the three were led to a cell.
• Benjamín and Leticia were having drinks and talking about Alejandra. We flies on the wall are wondering what this fool tells his wife about all his late hours.
• Ricardo came to the station and talked to the bearded clerk. He heard the accusation and then answered that desecrating a grave is only when there was an act of necrophilia, theft, or destruction. None of these applied. The clerk believed him and excused himself. After he left his desk Alejandra arrived. Ricardo explained the reason for his presence, which made Alejandra think that her mother and her friends had lost their minds. However, Ricardo had gotten there in time before all the paperwork had been done. The clerk came back telling him that it was going to be a fine or thirty days. Alejandra tried to take this over but Ricardo said “Your mother and her friends are my clients; I'll take care of this.” He went to the cell to talk to the ladies. He would get them out once the papers had been done and the fine paid. Paula was embarrassed to hear that Alejandra was also there and didn't want to face her. However, Ricardo told her not to worry because Alejandra was concerned. He would get them out as soon as he could. He went to deal with that while Paula told the other women in the cell she would giving them his business card.
• Juan ate a late dinner with his mother as he handed her his paycheck. He told her about the Mendez case that had involved all the male lawyers of Vega & Associates. She encouraged him to go to that firm to see about getting hired.
• Roberto was up to his usual extra-curricular activities at the club. He got himself invited to a lady's chambers. Victoria called his cell and obviously heard the background music. She had wanted to see him that evening and changed her mind. She told him she would see him in the morning at the office.
• Alejandra was embarrassed at this situation and she scolded the ladies over this and getting Ricardo involved. Lourdes begged her not to blame her mother “It was all my fault,” she said. However, Ricardo didn't mind helping out and they all left the police station.
• Olivia was watching television, yelling at the characters when her phone rang. Victoria scolded her at first about watching sad movies, but then admitted she was a bit out of it herself. Olivia was very understanding in view of Rocio's death and suggested she come over so they can make dinner and hang out. Victoria almot declined but changed her mind and Olivia said she would be right over.
• Alejandra was still peeved when they got home. Paula suggested they have something to eat, but Ricardo declined her invitation to join them because he had to be at the office early the next day. Alicia told Ricardo he was a great lawyer and she was going to recommend him to all her friends. Lourdes said that she did this for love, etc. [We know that sob story and we don't need to hear it again.] When Ricardo finally left Alejandra told Paula they had to talk.
• Gustavo dined with his family but Milena called his cell. He told Isabel that the call was a client. She said he should answer because it could be important.

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