Caray, Caray!

From Friday: Mao whines to Tano, "Never offer me advice again." He believes that by following his advice, he now faces the prospect of Moni fleeing to Las Vegas with Beto. Tano offers to help but Mauricio declines, it'll only make matters worse. The only way to prevent their trip is to climb in the ring with Beto and fight to the death for Moni.

Devastated (she should be somewhat accustomed to this by now) Moni seeks out Beto in the gym and announces, I'm ready for you to take me to
las Vegas. The sooner, the better." Beto is delighted. Moni, umm, not so much. There are tears in her eyes and a defeated look of resignation in her visage.

Discussing matters with Estre, Moni does not find support for her decision. Esterella tries to keep the dream alive as she is about to offer up information about the conspiracy afoot to thwart the fairy tale, but first Moni must swear not to murder anyone.

Nieves presents Beto with the money from Connie. A little out of character Beto questions the source. I believe he asks if she frolicked with a a millionaire. Nieves is insulted. "Then where did you get this money?" At that very moment, Moni, accompanied by Estrella, bursts in echoing the question. Hey, Beto asks the questions here! Nieves says that she did it for Moni and Beto, as Moni snatches the money. She declares that she is going to return it. "¡De ninguna manera! (No way!), Beto shouts. She's gone in a flash, trailing sparks in her wake.

Ximena, looking great as always, welcomes Lalo. She shuts her eyes puckers her lips and leans in, expecting a kiss. Now, Ximena, who is lacking in the more intricate skills needed for analyzing both body and spoken language, has not yet considered that Lalo may play for the other team. He brushes by, asks about Jerry, then, as we have, appreciates her look especially her cleavage. She offers to display more. He expresses envy for her bra. I'm not kidding. She offers that she is single but he wants to know about Jero. Ignoring the question, she confesses that she has been looking for that special someone and suspects that she may have found him. Hey, Lalo, too. She pounces and begins mauling him like a love-starved panther shouting,"¡Te amo!". He is almost speechless but manages to say, "Your tickling me! Don't be a lesbian! Wait!" What we got here is failure to communicate.

Uh oh, ominous percussion as Nieves open her door to...Alicia. Astonished, Nieves drops her plastic bucket. Nieves orders her to leave and the threatens to break her face. It sounds as though Nieves believes Isabel and Alicia may be lovers. Nieves looks persuasive but Alicia insists that Nieves must listen to her. Hey, what can it hurt?

Connie, showing no fear of the PETA people, is wearing a rabbit fur vest. Looks good on her,if you don't consider the little bunnies running around naked, shivering in the cold, so that she can look fashionable. She is perched at the foot of Mao's bed and is in an altruistic self-sacrificing mode. She realizes that he must wed to keep the kids. She is willing to marry him,live apart and later divorce him if he desires. Her only concern is that he be allowed to stay with his children. How very noble. I believe we can all wrap our arms around that; Can't we, gang?... Gang?

Looks as though Nieves has relented as she ushers Alicia to a seat at her table. Incidentally, it appears that the demented dog groomer is still on the loose, as Nieves's hair is once again styled in Shih Tzu chic. They have an ugly discussion surrounding Moni's origins. A great deal is revealed. Isabel's pregnancy was the result of a brutal rape and the three of them, Nieves, Alicia, and Isabel have vowed never to tell Monita the facts, indicating of course, that she will soon know everything. Nieves tries to dismiss Alicia.

A tender moment between Connie and Mao, they are embracing, is intruded upon by a still fuming, still sparking Monita. Doesn't anyone knock in this? She flings the money at Connie as a confused Mao looks on. Connie has a look of desperation. Busted!

Nieves is still trying to get rid of Alicia, who tenaciously pursues her mission. Nieves wants to hear none of it. Isabel abandoned Monita to Nieves rather than at the door of the church. Nieves has been her mother all the years and Monita has no need for a reunion. Alicia thinks otherwise. Monita's mother needs her now more than ever. Beto, pausing at the door to eavesdrop, overhears this last bit. Alicia departs but not before telling Nieves not to judge Isabel's rancor too harshly since she suffers from the same. Huh? An angry, frustrated Nieves energetically clears the table. Beto enters to confront. "You lied to me. Moni has been looking for her mom." Nieves gives him a whithering look.

Connie denies, expresses exasperation and hides in the bathroom. Mauricio shouts after her,"We'll talk!" Moni lets Mao have it as well, "I lie to you out of love, she lies to promote her own interest." She stalks off. Mauricio turns his attention to Connie, insisting that she come out. She doesn't. "Then do what you want!"

Looks as though Lalo is continuing having problems making himself clear to Ximena. Somewhat disheveled, he cowers, whimpering in the corner near the door. He gathers his courage, rearranges his clothing, and tries to clarify his position. He encourages her to listen closely. When he was in school, he would rather play jump rope with the girls than play football with the boys. Thank goodness at last Ximena understands... just more that they have in common. Well no, not exactly his point. "Listen closely, I'm with another person." "Ouch!" That Ximena understood. "Ay, no, no, don't tell me tha...tell me, do I know her?" Ximena is heart-broken and yet still does not see the big picture.

Mauricio catches up to Moni and we have another replay of a scene that has become all too frequent. He's sorry but she misunderstands, he has no intention of marrying Connie. She is sorry but he misunderstands, she was only going to go off with Beto because she had lost hope in having him. Well from now on they neither will be so impulsive and talk things out instead. Yeah, sure. They hug, kiss, and he offers to take her home. Lurking, Connie looks on to the accompaniment of that blasted ominous percussion.

Jerry arrives to find an exfruspertrated Lalo perched on the sofa. Lalo tries to enlist the sympathy of a confused Jerry over his assault by Ximena, confusing him more by referring to his horoscope and, "You and me; us." He whines about Jero's sister falling in love with him and as he exits, he invites Jero to dinner at his place, "You won't regret it." Jerry is even more confused and uneasy.

Beto and Nieves are discussing the fact that Moni's mom is alive. "Monita should know," he declares. She explains that Moni's mother does not care for her. Beto, in uncustomary defiance of Nieves asserts that Nieves does not care about Moni, nor him either for that matter. This whole story line seems a bit dark for my taste. Oh well, the writers haven't let us down thus far. Patience, Carlos.

Ximena is distraught when she stumbles over Lalo's agenda. She lovingly sniffs it. In it is a note which begins, "Amado Lalo," and refers to shared desire and the shape of Lalo's hips and is signed..."Jerónimo Sermeño". Oops! Boy, Ximena is frosted. Jero descends the stairs and is confronted by an indignant Ximena. She shows him the letter which he repudiates. She stomps off, urging him to go back in the closet, leaving him to mutter that someone will pay for this. Now, this is more in the spirit of the show.

Parked in the barrio, M&M share sweet talk and a kiss which is witnessed by Beto, who is strolling by. More ominous percussion. He is stunned and runs off. More sweet talk, more kisses and...Voilá, novios once more. Moni sticks her head out the car window and shouts it to the world. We'll believe with a little more tangible evidence. Mauricio's philosophy seems to be, "If you can't be with the one you love, love the one you're with."

Beto has found his way to Connie's pad and she lets him in. He has on a distressing black tee shirt picturing a calavera-inspired luchador's mask. She is still wearing her dead bunnies. He saw it all, they were kissing each other on the mouth...in plain view. He grabs Connie and graphically demonstrates. She pushes him away and complains that it's his and Nieves' fault that Moni found out about the money. Now it's time for Beto to stand up and assert his masculinity. He refuses to kill them. No need to be so extreme. Beto thinks that maybe a spanking would do the trick. Well, maybe not that, Coni will murder them both if he does. She sends him off to fix things and put a stop to that chimpanzee.

Beto arrives at Moni's door to set her straight. Unfortunately he had a few drinks on the way home. Sleepily Moni appears at the door, as Beto is removing his belt. Not a wise decision, because now Moni begins to pummel him with punches till Nieves rescues him by intervening. Moni, flanked now by Paula and Estrella uses the forum to announced her engagement to Mau. It is met with squeals of delight from the Moni contingent and a devastatingly icy stare from Nieves.

Poor Ximena, in the office, her sad tale of her, Lalo, and Jero is met with uncontrollable laughter from Gabi and Sal. She is OK with Jero being gay, that happens and she'll support him, but why did he choose her guy to pervert? Sal walks away laughing while Gabi agrees to listen and Ximy has three things to say. One, she doesn't like Jero meddling with Lalo because he is in love with her. Two, she will fight to the end of days for Lalo. This sets Gabi to laughing once more. She doesn't want to hear the third thing, she doesn't think she could take it. She walks off leaving Ximy looking befuddled, the third thing unsaid, but suddenly a light goes on. Now she understands...no, she decides that she doesn't understand any of it after all.

Back at Moni's the three amigas are rejoicing about, gushing over, and basking in Moni's good fortune. The fairy tail is coming true. Just a few details, she feels very badly about Beto and Nieves. Moni is off to take a bath.

In the office, Oscar is amused by Jero's letter to Lalo, ghost written by Sal. Lalo pops in and scolds Jero for standing him up for dinner. He waited for him till three in the morning. Jero bluntly tells him that he likes women. Well, Lalo doesn't understand the letter Jero wrote. Oscar explains that Sal wrote the letter. Jero wants revenge. Oooh!

Beto, now looking sober, emerges from Paula's munching a sandwich. Nieves taking clothes off the clothesline, clothespins attached to the neck of her blouse. He has changed tee shirts and is in a hurry and it looks as though he's hiding something that is bulging in his pants. No, not that. She wants to know where he's going, but he evades the question, "What does it matter to you?" and scurries off.

Ximena confers with Connie who is struggling to apply a bra to a busty mannequin. Connie assures her that there is no way that that Jero is gay. She goes on to say right out that Lalo is gay. "No, Jero is gay..." "He goes out with other men," Connie persists. Ximy closes off her ears. She wants to hear none of this. Connie just doesn't like the idea of Ximy with Lalo. Yeah, that's it. Lalo, at this moment comes skipping in and confirms Ximy's worst (well, maybe not) nightmare. He is not gay. He is very gay. Ximy reacts badly, "No, no, no, no!" and bolts out of the boutique.

Lalo races after her and catches up. He adores her, she is divine, great to be with, beautiful, but he can't... She points out that they are gemelas de alma (soulmates) and he agrees. He goes after men. So does she. Not with women. Likewise. Inspiration hits our Ximena. Has Lalo ever been with a woman? "Well, with Jesús in Vera Cruz, Cristo Rey de Monterrey but I broke out in a lumpy itchy rash." "So how do you know you don't like it if you haven't tried it?" "Oops, you killed me." She announces, "Lalo you are my new project." He takes flight and she gives chase. Good luck Ximena. You make a cute couple.

Moni and Pau come rushing into the office and are instructed by Gabi to give their names and take a seat. The friendly bickering that ensues is interrupted by Mau who is delighted to see Monita, he and she are going out to lunch. As they get in the elevator, Pau informs Gabi that M&M are novios. Thrilled, Gabi grabs her friend's hand and they rush off after the happy pair.

Downstairs, arm in arm or lovebirds are accosted by a perturbed Connie. This time Mauricio wastes no time and minces no words, "Monita and I are novios." Before she has time to react with more than,"¿Qué?", Beto, looking unusually surly and intense, pops up, "¡Mauricio Sermaño!" "Beto, what are you doing here?" a startled Moni inquires. He responds by pulling a gun, pointing it directly at Mao and says with chilling iciness, "¡Te voy a matar! (I'm going to kill you!)"


Yikes! and double yikes!!

Carlos

Labels: gancho

I hadn't anticipated how difficult it would be to write this recap while trying to watch the rest of the show! Therefore, little editorial comment.

Fer gets her moment to scald Fr/Ed for his deception. "Are you going to sign as Franco or Eduardo? What cynicism! At least Artemio Bravo, the worst enemy of my family, told the truth. In contrast - you lied no matter how many times I asked for the truth ... I owe so much to Franco, but I hate Eduardo" ...

Barbara hovers over Daffy, who gasps out "Assassin! Barbara Greco or Rebeca Sanchez - under which name will you go to prison?"

Barbara tells the nurse "my husband is delirious, so rush out of here for help, leaving him completely alone so I may murder him!"

To Daffy: "For fifteen years I tolerated you, you decrepit old codger, I'm glad you know now. The repugnance I felt! Now I just want to kill you!" "Why?" "This is no moment for questions - better prepare for your Maker." She pulls his plugs and walks out.

Santi, waiting uselessly in the hospital hallway, gets a call from Fer: "Don't let Her hurt Daddy." Barbara sashays by, saying: "Go to him - you shouldn't have left him alone." "Go away and never come back." "It's your lucky day, because you're never going to see me again."

Daddy is having seizures. Again with the appalling lack of security and monitoring in the Mexican hospitals...

Back to Fer and Fr/Ed. He: "I know you won't forgive me and that's why I'm leaving forever." He explains his rage over his mother's death and his despair when he arrived to see her marrying Damian.

"Why didn't you tell me? I would have left him that moment!" "Because you told me you were in love with him." "I was wrong."

She thinks and gets madder. "You made me feel guilty about your suicide! You sent flowers in your mother's name! Do you know how I cried? Your death destroyed my soul! Then I fell for Franco - but even in our most intimate moments you continued to lie." He reiterates, he'll leave forever once Aurora is safe. She wails, "It isn't fair - I loved Eduardo, but he's dead, and I loved Franco, but he never existed!"

Flor calls: Damian is mortally wounded. Damian's mother is wailing over his bed: "God will give you another chance." "There's no time, mom! ask God for me!" Fr/Ed and Fer have rushed to the hospital and she enters. "Pardon me, I failed you again," Damian murmurs (referring to his promise to return Aurora), and dies. Fer is a widow.

Lucio foolishly demands ransom money via cellphone while Aurora huddles in the corner. Barbara says she'll pay whatever he asks. He gets in her car and fondles the bundles of cash exultantly!

Lucio takes her to Aurora who embraces her happily. "Where is Santi?" "Let's go to a hotel, you can wash up and get pretty for him." Aurora luckily calls Fer from the hotel, happily saying she's waiting for Santi. Fer and Fr/Ed evidently rescue her - Barbara returns (after a smoke break?) to an empty room!

Artemio hears that Lucio has gotten the ransom and given Aurora (this is like a shell game) to Barbie. "You work too fast, Rebeca, but you won't get far with my daughter." Barb calls, finds out from Artemio that Aurora is at the Elizalde home, and that Franco is Eduardo. she's shocked to find out she's had her worst enemy at her side all this time. "Does Fer know?" "Why don't you ask her?" sez Artemio.

At some point along the way, Artemio's goons get Lucio and dispatch him, I assume.

At the hotel, Fer and Santi wonder how to tell Aurora her mother is an assassin. But here's Barbara bursting in! She begs on her knees that they give Aurora back. They agree Aurora has a right to choose for herself and that Barbara will get an answer next day.

To be continued...

Labels: manana

Even though I'm not recapping, I thought you'd like to see the partial cast list that I found on esmas.com (I put my notes in parenthesis of where we have seen the actor/actress before now).

▪ Alejandro Lombardo - 
William Levy (accoralada; pasion; cuidado con el angel) He is an orphan from his mother. Grew up with his father, stepmother, and two half-siblings, Rachel and Bruno



▪ María José Samaniego Miranda - 
Jacqueline Bracamontes (Maribel, Rubi: Miranda, Heridas de Amor; Candy, Las Tontas) She ignores that she has been the victim of a deceit, making her to pass through Alex Lombardo, Bruno marries her for to involve her in his plan.



▪ Victoria Viuda de Lombardo 
- Daniela Romo (alborada) Distinguish lady that comes from a good family, housewife and dedicated to her family. She is stepmother to Alex and mother of Bruno and Rachel



▪ Fernando Alanis - 
Gabriel Soto (sonadores; querida enemiga; 'ladron que roba a ladron')
 Young and loving man of the middle class. For him, Alex is like his brother. He and Victoria are in love.


▪ Maura - 
Ana Brenda Contreras (juro que te amo) Young and independent lady that comes from a high class family. She is profoundly in love with Alex and reserves the hope for to be someothing more than an adventure for him


▪ Bruno Albeniz 
- David Zepeda 
 Young with an arrogant attitude grew up in a high class family, ambitious and arrogant. He hates his half brother Alex and pays attention against Alex's life.



▪ Raquel Albeniz - 
Chantal Andere (amor real; la ursupadora) 
Superficial, insecure and embittered young lady. Victoria's daughter and Bruno's sister. She feels attracted to Alex, ignoring that he is her half-brother.


▪ Paula Samaniego Miranda - 
Wendy González 
Joyful, kind and interesting young lady. She is Maria Jose's sister and attempts to take advantage of her marriage for to take her own opportunity.


▪ Roberto 
- Marcelo Córdoba (MARCOS! alborada; ASCANIOOOOOO! pasion; ANDRES, amar sin limites; MAX, juro que te amo)
 
Young and cordial man coming from a good family that stayed in ruins. He carries on a double life despite being married with Rachel, he has a lover.


▪ Ulises - 
Julián Gil 
Attractive and charismatic man that in reality is a social climber that passes himself off as rich. To him, he is interested in nothing more than his own benefit.


▪ Felipa 
 - María Victoria Woman of mature age and serene attitude. Victoria's friend and servant, always advises her as a good companion.


▪ Samuel Albeniz - 
Alejandro Tommasi (alborada; tormenta en el paraiso)
 He is a frustrated writer and in love with his wife, Victoria. In his fight of death, he asks her to return to her lover. Es un escritor frustrado y enamorado de su esposa Victoria. En su lecho de muerte le pide a ésta que regrese con su amante. 



▪ Erick Díaz 
- Alberto Parra (alborada; destilando amor; manana es para siempre)
 Mature, ambitious and resentful man of the lower middle class. He doesn't have the education and Bruno takes advantage of him.


▪ Chucho Gavira - 
José Carlos Ruiz (sonadoras; tormenta en el paraiso)
 
Mature man and graciously imprudent. He is who finds Alex wounded after the accident and rescues him.


▪ Pedro Samaniego - 
Héctor Sáez (Silvano, Amor Real) Maria Jose and Paula's father, humble and of good sense.

Labels: sortilegio, synopsis-cast

As we begin, Artemio Bravo has been getting his evil jollies admitting to Gonzalo, his captive audience of one, that not only is he Gonzo’s bastard half-brother, but that Art has been the e-e-e-vile genius behind all the Elizalde’s misfortunes lo these past fifteen years; and that it was he who had Monserrat murdered at the hands of none other than Gonzo’s gorgeous, then assistant and would-be merry widow, Barbara Greco!! Duhn-duhn-duhn-duhhhhn! (The whole of Viewerville gives up a prayer that Gonzo doesn’t kick the bucket before Bravo delivers every dastardly detail.) Gonzo, who is literally struggling-for-breath-impactado from these shocking revelations, manages a “No! No! No!” in disbelief. He squirms in pain as his blood pressure rises to dangerous levels and ugly rivulets of sweat roll off his cheeks and ever-more furrowing forehead.

Bravo continues his taunting tirade. “Liliana told you the whole time but you ignored her. Not only that, you had her locked up in an insane asylum where, under Barbara’s orders, they kept her drugged up for years, killing her spirit, the aim of Dr. Obregon, who would administer them to her. Obregon was the puppet for your dear wife’s orders. You see, Gonzalo? Everything has been a lie. Liliana wasn’t crazy. No! You all drove her to it!”

--And nope. He isn’t done yet. He's just gettin' started. “Now, we should talk about Eduardo Juarez. Do you remember him? Soledad’s son, who never intended to abuse Fernanda. Barbara made up the whole thing to keep a tight rein on his mother.” Gonzo manages to ask why Barbie kept Soledad away. Art explains it was because Sole and Padre Bosco were the only ones who knew of his existence and it was extremely important for him that they never revealed it to anyone. Bravo’s power was based on it. “--and B-B-Barbara? “--Ha! That woman has belonged to me since she was twelve.” “—W-What do you mean that she has been yours?” “—Exactly that, Gonzalo. I took her out of the reformatory a few days after she burned down the house she and her parents lived in. She burned them up. I raised her and trained her so that she would be who she is.” Gonzo struggles to comprehend. “My…my wife?” “—Yes, Gonzalo. Therefore, the first task was for us to get rid of Monserrat.”

Bravo struts and preens. “You see, Gonzalo. It was all a big lie. And, since we’re speaking plainly, I will clarify for you that she… she isn’t named Barbara. That was the name she used with you these past fifteen years. Her name is really Rebeca Sanchez.” Gonzo thrashes about and strains to catch a breath. “—Rebeca…Sanchez? (Beep, beep, beep! That monitor is bleeping off the scale by now and still no one has come in to check on it.) “--The woman who…pressed charges…against…Camilo?” “—Exactly! The grandmother of your future grandchild.” Gonzo wheezes uncontrollably.

Meanwhile, La Barbie is trying to negotiate with Fernanda by phone while Fer is still in her meeting with Bosco and Fr/Ed. “Don’t try to act smart, Fernanda! You know who has my daughter, or otherwise, how do you explain why Padre Bosco went to visit Damian? He’s told me how to get her back. Are you interested in finding out, yes or no?” Fer agrees to come by and discuss the plan with Barb ASAP. Franco offers to go with Fer but she says it’s time she learns to confront her problems alone. “—We’ll see each other later back at the hospital.”

Back in Gonzo’s hospital room, Gonzo’s monitor is beeping faster and faster. Gonzo at last finds enough strength to mouth a “no puede ser” in disbelief and Artie gleefully chides him for it. “Denying the truth is something only a boy would do, not an old man on his death bed.” Everything he’s told him, Art says, is the truth. “I have never lied. There is no weapon more forceful than the truth. One learns that when he’s born a bastard—and banished [desterrar]!!”

Art grins ghoulishly and says he himself is going to be a grandfather. “I, the bastard, will have the privilege of seeing him raised” and BTW, the child he is referring to, he informs Gonzo, is Aurora and Santiago’s--another belly blow for Gonzo. “Yes, I am Aurora’s father, and Barbara, your faithful wife, is her mother.” The monitor is beeping like crazy now. (So did Artie bribe the charge nurse or are they all taking taco breaks or what? There’s still no sign of the nursing staff.) Gonzo says he refuses to listen to any more, but Artemio happily reminds him he doesn’t exactly have a choice in the matter. “Now we should talk about Franco Santoro. His real name is…Eduardo Juarez, the son of Soledad Cruz!” --More gasping from Gonzo.

Back in Bosco’s parish office, the padre advises Eddie it’s time to tell Fer the truth about his identity. Bosco says he feels guilty for all the harm he’s caused by advising Sole to keep silent all those years. “Padre, I told you already. Fernanda is going to hate me.” Bosco says she’ll get over it in time and will thank him for being honest with her. Eddie remains unconvinced.

Art continues his discourse on the agrieved Eduardo. “Just like me he’s devoted to destroying the Elizalde family because like me he was condemned to the pain of being banished.”

Outside in the hallway, Gardenia comes back to watch over Gonzo, but “Nurse” Hilda is there as lookout and tells her that he’s being seen by a specialist right now. She persuades Denia to wait in the waiting room till she comes get her. Inside, meanwhile, Artemio goads Gonzo. Gonzo chokes out a request to speak with Eduardo. Art mocks him and says, sure he’d like to fulfill the wish of a dying man, but he will be depriving him of the pleasure of his last request. Gonzo grabs his chest. “There’s no time now for you to speak to Eduardo Juarez because soon you are going to die—and he also!” Suddenly Gonzo starts flatlining. Artemio smiles over at him and leers. (Uh, crash carts? Code blue? Anybody there at the other end of this monitor?) Bravo coolly walks out of the hospital room and into the quiet hallway with Hilda and his henchman.

They finally call the emergency just as Bravo hits the nurses’ station and sees Santiago come out of the elevator. He and Uncle Artie exchange glares. Art comes in close and tells Santi that he’s sorry about his father then adds that the next to die will be Franco Santoro. Dr. Castellanos, the heart specialist, arrives and rushes off to Gonzo’s room. (Still no crash cart or crash team uh, but sounds like it’s been ordered. Sheesh.)

Back at the hacienda, Barbie’s lit up and fuming (literally as well as figuratively). She tells Fer, with a bit of embellishment, that the conditions Dam set for them to get Rory back is Fer’s agreeing to go back with him. Fer refuses and says it’s impossible. In between puffs of sophisticated plumes off her Virginia Slim, Barbie says she realizes it is, but if Fer at least pretends to go back with Dam, then they would be able to negotiate and rescue Rory. Barb promises to sign over to Fer all the stock options Gonzo put into Barbie’s name once Aurora is back safe with them. Fer says she’ll have to think about it. Just then Fer gets a call from Santiago and says she’s got to race back to the hospital. Papi’s taken a turn for the worse. Barb wants to know what’s going on. “—Good news for you. My father’s dying.” Fer slams the door behind her and races off to the hospital. Barb says to herself well, she'd rather he would have died already, and then takes another puff.

A while later, family and friends are waiting at the hospital for word from the doctor about Gonzo’s condition. Santi comes out and tells Fer and the others that there’s still no word from the doctor. Fer says she doesn’t understand how this could have happened since Daddy was responding so well. Denia guiltily explains to the two of them that she was told to stay out of the room because the doctor and nurse told her they were doing studies on him. Estev calms her down as Fer turns to Fr/Ed and asks if he thinks they should let Lili know about her papi’s situation. He says no because her sister’s in no condition to get this kind of news, least of all with La Hiena there; it would only upset her.

Cerisola tells Barb that he blames himself for causing Gonzo’s heart attack. If it weren’t for him telling Gonzo about the charges Aurora’s mother --some woman named Rebeca Sanchez-- made against Cadmilo, Gonzo wouldn’t be at Death’s door like this. Barbara lies about not knowing who he’s talking about and adds that if she were in her shoes she’d have done the same because, even though Cad’s her stepson, he ought to pay for his crime. (Yeah, La Barbie is definitely selective when it comes to crime and punishment.)

Speaking of said delinquent, we beam over to the prison where Cad is rudely awakened from his beauty sleep by one of the other prisoners getting a good yuk or two out of warning him about what they do to rapists in there.

Back at the hospital, Anibal arrives right before the doctor comes out with his diagnosis. Looks like Gonzo made it through but will need a double by-pass. The gang all go to the chapel where Padre Bosco leads them --everyone but Bitch Barbie-- in prayer for a successful surgery.

At the same time, Lili wakes up from a nightmare. She tells Martina that she was dreaming that her mother had come to get her father. Martina’s explanation is that it was a bad dream from eating too many corn tamales at supper. (Under other circumstances, I’d probably have to agree….)

In the lounge at the hospital, AnyBalls is apparently impatient to get his mits on Jr.’s money. He tells Cerisola to give him access to his son’s inheritance right away. Cerisola says he cannot. AB will just have to wait till the child is born. Pris cannot believe what a Milk dud she married. Pris asks him why he thinks he has to rush things. AB tells her to butt out and then tells Cerisola he needs it to be able to take charge of the company while his father is recuperating. Cerisola says too bad, but it won’t change a thing. He will still have to wait for the baby to be born and legally registered as the first Elizalde grandchild as stipulated by the agreement.

The heart specialist eventually comes back out from the operation which, he tells them all, was a success. Gonzo will be in Intensive Care and all visitors are strictly prohibited. Everyone but Fer and Santi start to leave. Fr/Ed says he’ll be back after taking Padre Bosco back to the parish. Once they’re all gone, Santi tells Nanda that he thinks the one responsible for their father’s heart attack was Artemio Bravo. He says he ran into him at the elevator as he was coming out of Gonzo’s room; and he was with a nurse and a doctor who must have been the people who told Denia to leave Gonzo’s room. He mentions the threat Bravo made on Franco’s life. Once Fr/Ed returns they inform him that Bravo was the last one to speak to Gonzo. Fr/Ed agrees that whatever Bravo told Gonzo must have caused his heart attack. Fer says she doesn’t doubt it and mentions he was even cynical enough to “pay his respects” to Santi afterward.

Fer sends Santi off for coffee so she can have a private word with Fr/Ed who offers to hire security round the clock for her father now. She says fine, that’s the only way she’d feel comfortable leaving to meet with Damian anyway. Fr/Ed mentions that Padre Bosco called the prison director and requested a safe place for her to meet with Dam. He wants to know then what Barbara and she discussed at the hacienda. Nanda explains the deal with Damian and adds that Barbara also promised to sign her over the stock from Lactos once Aurora’s back safe and sound. Fr/Ed looks at her. “Barbara won’t be able to sleep tonight, but not because of Gonzo. It will be because she’s anxious to see her daughter again knowing that it will depend totally on you!”

Barbara, meanwhile, is back at the hacienda and telling herself that she no longer needs Fernanda Elizalde because she now has her own infallible means of getting her daughter back, and that neither Fer nor Santiago will ever again see Rory in their entire cursed existence.

Still in the hospital lounge, Fer tells Fr/Ed that she has two things more to ask him and that she hopes it will be the last time she ever has to ask him anything again. Fr/Eddie smiles accommodatingly and says he’s game for whatever she wants. He tells her he is thrilled she’s begun to use the familiar “tú” with him again. She ignores that and says the first thing is that after speaking with Dam, she wants to speak with Artemio Bravo. The second favor is that once that’s over, she needs to ask him to disappear for good! Fr/Ed frowns and is muy, but muy, negatively impactado at the apparent rejection.

Fer tells him she has her reasons for asking. Obviously hurt and disappointed, he says he’d like to know what they are. Fer tries to explain. “I know to you I must seem like the most ungrateful person you know, but I need your word that you will leave.” “—Why?” “—Because your life is in danger. Santiago told me that Bravo says you will be the next to die. That man always keeps his word.” Fr/Eddie says he still doesn’t understand why she needs to speak with Bravo. “Absursdly enough, he’s a blood relation and has tirelessly persisted in the destruction of our lives--” Fr/Ed wonders if she thinks by talking to him she is going to suddenly make him see the light and change his evil ways. Nanda says of course not, but she’s going to let him know that she’s aware he was the one who tried to kill her father and that she will be going to the police. She’s had enough of living under his malevolent yoke. (I just love it when these writers finally manage to put $4 words in their character’s mouths.)

The next day Barb is back at Bravo’s and still nervously smoking up a storm. She says she’s worried that Damian will try to get even with her by giving Fernanda the address where he’s keeping her daughter. Artie sneers that he’s not going to leave it up to Fernanda to free his daughter. Barb asks what he’s got in mind. Bravo says, “Let’s just say that today is not the day for conjugal visits at the prison.” Barbara then complains that Damian has become a headache for them and their plans. Art comments that essentially, neither he nor Santoro are useful to them anymore. If he does come across her whereabouts, he will inevitably hand her over to the Elizalde’s. So, that being the case, Bravo says he’s just going to have to make Gallardo an offer he can’t refuse.

In the meantime, Fernanda meets with Damian in the warden’s office alone. Dam thanks her for coming. She says she didn’t exactly have a choice and wants to know if he knows where Aurora is. He says first she has to make a deal with him. Fer says if he means he wants her to agree to go back with him, the answer is “N-O, NO.” Dam looks wounded. “--Wouldn’t you say our destinies are still connected?” Fer says there’s a big difference between destiny and damnation. Damian replies that it seems that there is something more behind that pretty face of the foolish little rich girl he used to know. “Tell me why Aurora is so important for La Hiena.” Before Fer will answer she wants proof he has her. Dam says to call her step-mother. Barbara will tell her whatever she asks her. Fer takes him up on it and calls Barb.

In her office at Lactos, La Barbie has just opened up an envelope with a photo taken of the aforementioned kidnap victim. Barbara’s hands are shaking as she answers her cell. She screams at Fer that a picture of Rory has just arrived. In full panic mode Barbara begs Fer to give Damian anything he asks. “—Whatever he asks for, please!!!” Fer puts down her cell phone, obviously shocked at the change in the woman. Dam tells her he now is ready to listen and Fer obliges. “Aurora is Barbara’s daughter.” Damian is stutter-and-stammer impactado.

Once Damian gets his wits about him he tells Fer she’s just given him some excellent news, and with it a great opportunity to get even with La Hiena, “the unfortunate b!tch.” “--I’m going to make her eat dirt, make her pay for all those miserable years I spent working under her (Er…not to mention those over and in the proverbial clover, but I digress…) suffering her insults and her humiliations, having accused me of fraud at Lactos, shooting me mercilessly in the leg, and now this. They arrested me for terrorism after she had asked me to get her all those explosives. (For a good price he forgets to add, but no need to quibble now.) --But she’s going to pay very dearly for it now, because I’m going to get her where it hurts her most, with her daughter!”

Ah-wah-wah is once again tearfully praying to the virgencita for a miracle that will save her and her child from Damian’s boogy-men so that she can be reunited with the man she luhhhhvs. (It’s crunch time and the virgencita has been working overtime with all the Elizalde requests lately, but Viewerville is certain she’ll manage to squeeze her in somewhere.)

Santi, meanwhile, has come to pay Cad a visit in prison. Cad laughs and says it’s a good thing there’s a reinforced glass panel between them right now because it’s obvious from the look in his eyes that Santi is ready to jump him. Santi says he’s got that right. He’s more than ready to beat him to a pulp for raping the woman he loves, but he wants to know why Cad did it. Cad shrugs and says he won’t deny he always was enticed by her, but really, by that time he was interested in Loafly, and only did it because La Hiena insisted. “She was the one who set it all up. She wanted to get rid of Aurora because according to what she told me, the girl was a menace to the family. She worked it so that Aurora would be alone, even gave me knock-out drops to make the whole business go simpler.”

Cad’s in a hopeful mood. “Little bro, it’s not a nice place here, and Barbara promised to get me out, but things have gotten complicated. The supposed mother of Aurora, some woman named Rebeca Sanchez, has brought charges against me for what I did. Help me, little bro, because I am really sorry for what I did already. Please? Tell Barb to keep her word. Please????” Santi frowns and tells him he’s wasting his time because Rebeca Sanchez, the woman claiming to be Aurora’s mother, is none other than Barbara Greco herself, and the one who murdered their mother.

Cad’s just been kicked in the proverbial gonads; his mouth is back to catching flies as his beady little eyes go wide with the realization that he’s been screwed six ways from sundown (or will be once the big boys in the back get hold of him). Yes, indeed. His fate is sealed and as solid as the bullet-proof glass wall in front of him. (Hmm. What was that prisoner saying about rapists in prison?)

Speaking of prison visits, Fer now tells Dam that whatever revenge he’s planning with Aurora is only going to harm the family more than even Artemio Bravo and Barbara Greco have. Bravo, she explains, is the man for whom she was working, and they have caused them harm for years. “Following his instructions for revenge, Barbara killed my mother, locked my sister away for years in a psychiatric clinic, and my father is now fighting for his life. Damian, if there is anything good left in you, please hand me over Aurora, because she belongs with Santiago. Please.” Dam turns to the window and begins to consider things in a new light as Fer continues her plea. “In your hands, Damian, are people who might marry, might be happy, or rather, they might be what we could never have been.”

Dam turns to face Fernanda and admits that even though she might never believe it, he did fall in love with her. She sighs. He did commit numerous mistakes, he admits, and so he wasn’t worthy of her. She tells him she doesn’t think now is the time to talk about themselves and again asks him to help her. “All right. I’ll give instructions to get her and so you should be able to have her back at the hacienda by this afternoon.” The guards come to return him to his cell. He gives her a final farewell. “Hasta siempre, Fernanda.” Fer picks up her purse and leaves.

Back at Bravo’s manse, Art’s got Barb on the phone. He tells her the situation with Damian is beginning to percolate [actually, cocinando = cooking]. As for Gonzalo Elizalde, since there’s such a contingent of security around him at the hospital, he says Barb, as the grieving wife, will be the only one likely to be able to break through it to get to him. She asks what she’s supposed to do. “--Make sure you are left a widow!”

Fer meets Fr/Ed back at Las Animas now and tells him she’s sure that Barbara Greco is no doubt playing both sides against the middle and of course won’t let them in on it. Fr/Ed asks her if she’s afraid that once Fer finds out where Aurora is that she’ll double-cross them and make off with Rory. Fer says that’s about the size of it because Barb’s degree of selfishness won’t allow her to let her or Santi anywhere near her daughter and grandchild. She can only hope that Dam will keep his word because Santi and Rory’s happiness depend on it.

Dam, meanwhile, gives Jacobo a call and tells him there’s been a change in plans. He wants Jacobo to take Aurora back to the hacienda and personally hand her over to Fernanda. Jacobo wonders what this is all about. “Let’s just say she caught me in a good mood.” Jacobo warns him that his generosity is going to cost them a lot of moo-lah. Dam says not to worry about that because once Anyball’s kid inherits, they’ll get it back with interest.

Back at Las Animas Fer demands to speak with Bravo. Fr/Ed says he’s worried that the man intends to hurt her. “And do you want me to continue being scared and intimidated by him until he’s done away with all of us?” Fr/Eddie gives in and says fine, just let him stick with her while she’s there. She says sure thing. He calls Bravo to arrange it and tells him he has to see him immediately about a personal matter.

At the prison, Damian is now “visited” by a bunch of oversized goons as he returns to his cell. Lead Goon says, “They sent us to have a chat with you.” Damian’s suspicious. “—What kind of roaches are you?” “--The finest.” Lead Goon takes out a thin rubber strap while the others force Damian’s hands behind his back. They begin to beat him and ask for the address. When he doesn’t answer Lead Goon puts the rubber strap around Damian’s neck and starts strangling him. (Gotta admit it’s tough to answer if they’re crushing your vocal cords and making it impossible to breathe at the same time, but then, these aren’t the brightest baddies, just the biggest). As the camera fades out Dam is left to his fate and Viewerville is left to wonder if he will break or go to his grave with it.

A while later, Bravo gives somebody an address at 127 Alta Tension. (Is this for real or are the writers playing with us? #127 High Pressure Street?) He tells the person to go there right away. He then asks, “What about the guy?” An ambulance speeds away from the prison. The warden asks his head guard if anybody saw anything. The commander says apparently it was a well-paid job because nobody is saying anything. The warden asks about Damian then. “He can’t speak. He was nearly dead. [reventado] The paramedic doesn’t think he’ll manage to make it to the hospital.”

Meanwhile, Lucio gets a tipoff from Jacobo about Dam’s little run-in at the prison. He hangs up and starts to pace. “This is going to get ugly.” Always a survivor, Lucio starts thinking about an out.

Fernanda enters Artemio’s lair. Art’s a little surprised as he realizes who it is. “Welcome…Fernanda Elizalde.”

At the hospital, Babs is back in business and feigns concern over Gonzo’s condition with the specialist. She asks if she can see her husband for just a second. The doctor falls for the act and leads the way. As he disappears around the corner, Santi grabs Babs’ arm at the last second and warns her not to try anything because he will make sure she regrets it. She breaks free and sneers back at him before catching up with the doctor.

Fernanda fearlessly faces off with her Uncle Artie as Fr/Ed stands guard off to the side. “After what you did to my father, I want to know what else we can expect from you!” Art compliments her on her directness and says he appreciates it because that way they won’t squander [malgastar] their time. “I know that you went to speak to my father, and whatever you told him provoked a new attack and it has him at the edge of death.” “—Yes, your brother saw me come out of the place. I was with him, but that doesn’t make me responsible for him being at Death’s door [agonizar].” The self-righteous gargoyle looks down his nose at her. “If your father dies, it won’t be I who has caused his death, but the truth!” Fer wrinkles her little nose and screams up at him. “—What ‘truth?’ ” “--The same truth that you’ve been uncovering…thanks to your… er… friend, Franco Santoro.”

Nanda asks if Art means Ana Gregoria’s diary. He says that’s part of it, yes. “--Or, rather, the start of it.” Fer angrily hisses at him that her father isn’t to blame for what her grandparents did. Bravo replies that neither is she to blame for her father’s mistakes, but she’s suffering because of them all the same. (More egomaniacal claptrap here that I’m at a loss to decipher. Just go with it guys.) “--Neither am I to blame for what my mother did, but here I am. We are all the heirs of what pertains to our parents. That includes despicable acts!” “--Certainly if my father had known about you he’d have—“ Bravo cuts her off. “—He would have done the same with me as they did to your sister Liliana! --Or don’t you remember what he did when she dared to tell him what they were going through at your home at that moment?”

Artie doesn’t stop even to catch his breath. “Your sister had the courage to confront Barbara and it was she who heard the order I myself gave Barbara over the phone to kill your mother! That weakling Gonzalo preferred to take the word of a newly arrived employee over that of his own daughter. –What were you expecting Fernanda? That I would say to him: ‘I’m your brother. Our parents were undesirable scoundrels and I need a family’? --Ah, come on, Fernanda! You always lived in a fantasy world!” Fer refuses to respond to the insult. “--Just when are you going to put an end to your vengeance?” “—Very soon. There’s just one thing left to do. I’ve got to have my daughter, Aurora, at my side.” Fernanda is finally at a loss for words.

Jacobo gets back to the hideout and yells at Lucio to get Rory ready so they can take her with them. Just then machine gun bullets start piercing the front door to the shack and Jacobo takes cover. The gunmen break in and demand to know where she is. Jacobo doesn’t realize it, but Lucio and Aurora are now truckin’ through the back woods, a step ahead of Bravo’s henchmen. Lucio pushes her to keep her moving.

Back at Bravo’s, Fer reminds Art that just because Santi’s son is also Art’s grandchild, that doesn’t give him the right to take him away from Santi. “Let’s stop talking about rights and talk instead about ‘justice’, Fernanda. Years ago Altagracia and Jeronimo cut me off from my mother. You don’t think that now it is fair that I take my grandson away from you?” Fer is ready to scratch the old troll’s eyes out when Fr/Ed steps in and tells her it’s time to go because they aren’t going to get a thing from the man. Bravo tells him that’s being excessive. He’s just given them a banquet full. Fer says well, then he should understand why they don’t intend to thank him for his ‘gift’. She throws a curse at him in ever increasing decibels. “What I will assure you of, though, is that with an unlucky SOB like you, whose heart is so full of hate and vengeance, God will deny you the privilege of ever enjoying your grandchild!!”

In his room in Intensive Care, Bab’s tries to sweet-talk the nurse into leaving her alone with Gonzo. The nurse has specific instructions not to leave the patient alone for even an instant. Barb decides to take a different tack and leans over his bed. “Vida, do you hear me?" He moves his finger yes but his eyes are still closed. He opens his eyes and slowly moves his head around for a good squint. “--You’re in the hospital. You gave us a terrible fright, but very soon you’re going to be fine.” Gonzo starts gasping for air through his oxygen mask and his eyes go wide. He begins to scream at her. “Murderer! Murderer!” Unfortunately for him, his voice is muffled under that mask and the noise from the monitors around him doesn’t help things. The nurse continues working diligently on her paperwork in the corner and (of course) doesn’t hear. (Viewerville is on the edge of its seat, to see if the Barbot will surface and make her play now. Unfortunately, Viewereville will have to wait till the finale to find out.)

Fer and Fr/Ed walk out onto the curb in front of Bravo’s to discuss what just went on inside. She tells him she wants him to take her to the police station to report Artemio to the police for having murdered her mother. Fr/Ed doesn’t like the idea and starts to say something but she stops him short. “NO! It’s obvious that neither he nor Barbara will give up Aurora. My brother’s going to lose her and I am not going to allow it!” Fr/Ed gives in and says fine, then she can count on him and he’ll act as her witness. She turns around suddenly to face him and says, “ Ok. And just how are you going to sign the complaint –as Franco Santoro or as Eduardo Juarez????” (Ruh-rohI) It’s finally come to Jesus time for the Edster…..

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Permalink posted by Jardinera654 @ 7:31 PM 160 comments

Mi nombre es Serendipitypb or PB.

Several years ago I had what I thought was a novel idea. :) (I seriously have to roll my eyes now that it was a novel idea.) I would learn Spanish by watching Spanish Television and listen to Spanish in my car as I drove from place to place with my job.

I started recording a show but as I flipped stations my hubby said he would be more apt to watch if I record this one (that he saw pass by) instead of the one I was recording. So I changed my recording, and soon had about 30 or so episodes. Trying to get the television from hubby who likes football isn't easy.

Hubby had to leave town for week and I had a weekend marathon that took me to the first time Leti and Don Fernando were together. I became a LFMB addict. Yes, an addict. Hubby watched with me when he came back, at least for a few months. I had missed months in the beginning because of my timing but I sure started watching at the best time. Of course, I could understand practically nothing, so I searched and searched on the WEB, and finally came across Caray, Caray, where I could learn what I missed, and I have been grateful for this site ever since. I did have a very difficult time getting over my disappointment with how LFMB played out, but I was stuck to the very painful end.

Since then I have been silently with you all through Pasión, Tontas, MEPS and I can't remember what others. I bought several full length telenovelas including Betty la Fea, L FMB, Pasion de Gavilanes and cut versions of Alborado, Amor Real to name a few. You have all helped me turn the light bulb on with your recaps and comments. Thank all of you for your dedication and hard work, and Melinama for starting Caray, Caray!

Some of my time has been freed up recently and I thought that I would try to give back. I am going to attempt to recap Sortiliego on Wednesdays. Note that I did not say a good recap. I am sure I really have no idea what I am in for, and if any of you recappers have any advice, I sure could use it. I don’t have a beanie, but I had instructions somewhere on how to make one. I could use help though, with some instructions on how to post this so that it goes to the right place.

Gracias.
PB

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Beto’s mad. His Mama kicked him out, and when Moni does the same (gently, however), he lays a major guilt trip on her, vowing to live in the streets like a dog. He packs his tee-shirts in his duffel, and heads on out.

Over at Jerry/Xime’s housey, the bell rings. Jerry’s downstairs engrossed in a super important game of solitaire, and Xime’s way upstairs, but Jerry’s too cool to answer the door, so he summons his sis, who comes down wondering why he called her. Then, when he says “ask who it is” she says “who is it?” – to Jerry. He finally gets through to her to answer the door, but ask who it is first. She opens the door without asking. Fortunately, it’s no crook, it’s La Loquita, the wedding planner. He’s crying, and needs a hug from Xime. He’s sees Jerry, looks him up and down, and needs a “back hug” from Jerry.



Moni needs company, feels guilty about kicking out Beto, knocks on Estrella’s door, but she’s not in. A neighborhood gossip confirms she’s with her new beau. So Moni goes to see Nieves, who’s crying on her bed, hugging a doll. Moni admits she and Beto argued a little, and she kicked him out. How could you? asks Nieves. Well, you did it first. Sure, but I only did it so you’d take him in! How could you leave him destitute (desamparado)? Moni explains that she loves Beto, but like a brother. And she’s in love with Mauricio. One day they’ll get married. Nieves doesn’t think so. She thinks that as soon as Mau gets Moni in the cama, he’ll drop her like a hot potato, the way all guys do (speaking from experience?) Moni tells how Mau called off the wedding with Connie, but Nieves thinks Mau is deceiving Moni, and asks her to leave. As Moni exits, Nieves continues crying.

As does Connie, despondent at Mau’s shocking statement that he may have to get married in two weeks, but not to Connie. Katia tells her not to worry, Mau and she have argued before, but Connie knows it’s different this time, Mau’s really going to get married, and with the monkey of the circus! Great, says Kat, so you made me steal that stuff for nothing, and jeopardize my relationship with Aldo! Connie ignores this, vows revenge. There’s a knock on the door, and guess who’s coming to dinner? It’s Beto, who after giving Kat a lewd looking over, informs Connie that his Mom kicked him out, as did Moni, so he’s movin’ in! He plunks his duffel down on the table. Kat’s amused, who is this guy?

Lalo wants some whiskey, requests it out of Jerry’s half finished glass. He tells Jerry if you drink from the same cup, you’re bound together for life. At this, Xime perks up, she wants to drink from that glass, but too late! Lalo gulped it all down. He’s still worried about doing a wedding in two weeks, it’s impossible, he’s an artist, he’s fashion, he can’t compromise his standards. Jerry encourages him with flattery, if anyone can do it, it’s you. And I’ll reward you with extras (con creces, or an increase in money). Ooooh, coos Lalo, with those extras, how can I say no? He strokes his hair, freaking Jerry out a bit, but of course Xime misses it all, and thinks he’s divine.

Beto’s making himself at home, asks where the remote is, informs Connie he has dirty laundry in his backpack, she can wash it tomorrow. No way, says Connie. Katia still wonders who he is, but when Beto tells her not to worry “cuñada” (sister-in-law), she holds her nose and asks if Connie’s going with this filthy pig (guarro). Connie says no, he’s the novia of La Monita, we’re just “friends”, we help each other. Right, affirms Beto, and we haven’t finished helping each other, you understand? I think Katia does. Connie dismisses her. As soon as the Kat’s away, the mice will play. They’re both sad they’ve been dumped on by their mates, so of course they start kissing. He wants to go to the bedroom. She says no, then yes, then no! If he wants her totally, he’ll have to destroy Mauricio in the ring. He wants his reward now, and tries to kiss her again, but she pushes him toward the door, throws him his duffel, and says he’ll have to sleep in the streets, at the gym, wherever, she doesn’t care. Fine, he counters, but when I win, I’m going to claim my reward. He lays a last hot kiss on her and leaves, as she falls back onto the bed, gasping for breath, ecstatic.

Moni’s still thinking about Nieves’ warning when her phone rings. It’s Mau, who asks if she broke it off with Beto. She did, and no, she doesn’t feel bad, she feels liberated. But he senses her unease. She asks if he’d ever deceive her, and he promises he wouldn’t. She promises the same. Night falls, and we’ll see what the new day brings.

It’s starts off great. Estrella gushes over the night she spent at Tano’s, and Moni gives her the news that she finally ended it with Beto. Also, Mauricio called off his wedding! Knock, knock, it’s Ximena, who wants a favor from Estrella. Estre wonders, aren’t you still mad at me? Ximmy’s forgotten, was she? Anyway, she’s found the love of her life. Again? asks Estre. No, she just met him yesterday for the first time (!) And it’s time for Xime’s 3 things – 1) she needs advice as to how to woo Lalo, 2) this time, Estrella, don’t steal him, and 3)let’s all go get dresses for Mau’s wedding! Moni fills her in – the wedding’s off. Wrong, says Xime, it’s on, in two weeks (15 days is how you say two weeks in the latino world). Moni’s worried now, but Estre tells her to chill, get all prettied up, go to the office, and see what the real story is, it’s probably just a misunderstanding.

Nieves dials the barrio phone, calls the gym, where Beto’s bunking. Don Cesar picks up, hands the phone to Beto. He starts out insulting his Mom, what’s the matter, you remembered you had a kid, whom you carried inside you, whom you breastfed (amamantaste) till the age of 8? She shuts him up, gives him some advice (which we don’t hear). In the next scene, Moni meets Beto for breakfast. He says if you’re really sure you want to marry Mau, I won’t stand in your way. He blesses her (to her surprise), adding that if it turns out Mau was deceiving her, Beto will still be there for her. Moni’s doubtometer is rising. Beto says we could leave for Las Vegas now, I’m ready. Let’s go. You’ll never be really be happy with old doll hair. Think about it. Moni’s face gives it away, she just can’t stop that doubtometer. But she knows Nieves is behind this. Meanwhile, she has to go to work.

Estrella’s missing her blouse (no she’s wearing one, it’s a different one, what were you thinking? :). She thinks Nieves accidentally took it from the clothesline (tendedero), and she goes into Nieves’ apartment to search for it, when she hears voices, and hides. It’s Nieves and Connie. Nieves tells Connie the good news – Beto’s going to try to convince Moni to go to Las Vegas. That way, she’ll be away from Mauricio, and the field will be open for Connie and Mau. The bad news? She sticks out her palm. I need 30,000 pesos so Beto and La Monita will leave forever! Estrella is all ears (behind the beaded curtains). Connie thinks it’s funny, it’s a bargain (ganga). She immediately writes out a check. As they go outside, Estrella is outraged.

Mau can’t understand why the judge is so extreme, it’s extortion. Oscar thinks it’s normal, but Salvador agrees that it’s strange. Oscar reminds Mau that Judge Durán is the judge they have, so they have to do what he wants, or lose the adoption case. He leaves, Moni comes in, hears Sal, Mau and the word wedding, says “So you’re getting married in two weeks. Fine, I’m going to Las Vegas with Beto!” Mau asks Sal to leave them alone, can’t understand why yesterday Moni said she broke up with Beto. Maybe I lied. But I’m leaving as soon as possible. Fine, he replies. Go fight, win all your fights, you can live your life hitting and wounding people. Looks who’s talking, she answers, you who play with people’s lives. Maybe I can’t be your wife, but I sure won’t be your lover! She turns and leaves him in shock (again).

Into the coffee room she goes, where Paula tries to make her see reason, but to no avail. She goes to leave the office, and when Gabi asks just where does she think she’s going, she answers Las Vegas. Gabi didn’t authorize this vacation, but Moni’s not listening. She’s on her way out, when the elevator opens, and a laughing Connie and Lalo come out. She tells Connie it’s nice you’re getting married in two weeks, you and Mauricio were made for each other (son tal para cual).

Aldo is very understanding with Katia at school. She’d understand if he’d want some distance after what happened, but he doesn’t. He’s very tender and kind to her. Luisa comes up and makes fun of Katia as a klepto (spelled with a “c” in spanish), but Aldo tells her to leave, and lets Katia know his sister is just being foolish, don’t mind her. Katia says she hopes her sister never marries Mauricio. (It seems she’s one of the good guys now).

Connie’s in Mau’s office, sees how upset he is, but isn’t really consoling him much. He tells her Moni’s going to Las Vegas with Beto, and she remarks that it’s typical of such low class people. He should never have lowered himself. He wonders if she’s enjoying this. She says she’s not, but what about the judge? He says he’ll find another solution. Fine, because she’s not so sure she even wants to get back with him now, he’s hurt her so much. This pain you feel from Monita, imagine ten thousand times more, and that’s how much you hurt me. Have a nice day! She leaves.

And guess what? That lil ol’ microphone is still under Mau’s desk, picking up every word! Well, maybe they took it out at some point, but Jerry and Oscar heard this last conversation. Jerry’s proud of himself. The next step – video! The two guys are so happy, they just can’t help hugging each other (and this is at least the third time – could there be more than mere male bonding?). Well, Lalo certainly thinks so, as he enters just in time to see our boys bond. And he’s jealous, thought he had some chemistry with Jerry. He tells them he’s young, he’s hot, he’s a queen, and he’s gonna fight for Jerry like a she-wolf in heat! (una loba en celo). As he leaves, Oscar’s amused. He’s sure Lalo’s gonna plan a wedding, but it might be with Jerry! He wants to be the best man.

Sal asks Gabi to send a fax, but she wants to take an hour off. Lalo comes out with Connie, asks if the wedding is still on. She says there’s nothing definitive, but keep working. Before they leave, Lalo asks Sal to give a little pink note to Jerry. He stayed up for hours last night working on it, it’s very heartfelt (sentida), and of course Sal will deliver it.

But not before reading it. Here’s how it starts. “Dear Jero, I can’t stop thinking about your strong hugs…” Salvador gets a mischievous look, tucks it into his vest pocket, and we go to commercial.

Pau’s in the coffee room, sad. Gabi tells her to cheer up, she’ll miss Moni, too, when she goes to Las Vegas, of course as a friend. As an employee she left much to be desired. Paula’s still sad about Cristian, though. Gabi reminds her she’s the one who decided not to go. Pau doesn’t think Gabi can understand, being an old maid (solterona), while Paula’s still young with her life ahead of her. Me an old maid, shoots back Gabi, how many times have you been married? Right, answers oblivious Paula, I’m way younger than you, thanks for cheering me up. She’s happy now, and leaves. Gabi, not so much. Sal comes in, and Gabi’s not happy with him, either. Her biological clock is ticking, and he’s making her lose time. But he has something to show her, a love letter. He extracts the pink letter from his breast pocket, as Gabi’s eyes light up.

We get to hear the rest of the letter. “I can’t stop thinking about your strong hugs that consoled me when I needed it most. The hug we had was almost a caress, a magical moment when I knew love for the first time”. Uyyyy! Sal gets a sneaky look, tells Gabi that with this note, Jerry will pay for everything he’s done.

Xime and Jero are walking through a cemetery, she’s carrying flowers, but raving about her connection with Lalo. She stubs her toe, wonders why there are so many tombstones (lápidas) here. Apparently they’ve come to visit their father’s grave. But Xime just has Lalo on the brain. Xime thinks they have a lot in common, and now that she’s over 16 years old, and Jerry’s almost 50, can he give her a little advice on how to attract Lalo? Jerry thinks she has a problem, because the guy is dying for HIM. You killed him? she answers, not getting it at all. Is that why we’re in the cemetery? Where did you bury him? Right there, he points, to shut her up. It’s an open grave, and our bum pushes Xime right in! What’s up, bro? He lays down the law. From now on, if you want advice, you’ll have to consult the I Ching, a chiropractor, a kinesiologist, a card reader, or anyone else but me. Is that clear?! Got it, thanks brother, you’re the best. He then walks away, leaving poor Ximena six feet down, unable to climb out, calling for help. Auxilio!

Salvador has Lalo sign some contract he’d forgotten to sign. Lalo asks if he delivered the note (to Jerry). Sal says yes, and says there’s an answer, too. To Lalo’s delight, Sal gives him a folded up note, which Lalo kisses, saying it smells of MAN. He’s off, and Gabi laughs. Sal asks her out to dinner, but she reminds him he’s married, so the answer is no. She happily exits, leaving him pensive.

At the gym, Mau is training with El Cibernético. And he’s doing well, has Ciber in a headlock. (Do we care that these matches are usually scripted, and there’s no real wrestling? Of course not. I believe, I believe. BTW, here's a muscle shot for you ladies.) Muscleman Ciber goes off to make some calls, as Tano comes to visit. Mau has a favor to ask. Never give me advice again. Huh? Mau relates how he cancelled the wedding, declared his love for Moni. And what happened? Moni’s going to Vegas with Beto. So whatcha gonna do? inquires Tano. There’s only one way to stop Moni. Get in that ring, and fight for her, to the death.

In another gym, Beto’s also doing well, has Costeño’s arm bent back, holding his head down, telling Costeño to cry uncle (he actually says “dime vaquero” which is literally say cowboy). Moni’s watching. She tells Beto she’s made her decision. She’ll go with him to Las Vegas (tears are in her eyes, though). Beto’s overjoyed, Moni’s heartbroken, wants to leave as soon as possible.

And that’s it. Love is doomed, it just was not to be.

But wait! In the previews: Connie wants to get married, finalize the adoption, then get divorced (okay, sounds reasonable to me). Moni discovers the money trail, and Mau and Moni are kissing again! Oh, why did I ever doubt. I’ve got to work on my doubtometer.

Vocabulario:

Desamparado – destitute
Con creces – and more, or with extras, for example, le devolví con creces su dinero, I paid him back all his money and more
Un guarro – a filthy pig
Amamantar - to breastfeed
Tendedero – clothesline
Ganga – a bargain
Son tal para cual – they’re just as bad as each other, two of a kind
Una loba en celo – a she-wolf in heat

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Carmen gives Macarena an envelope that she found in Inaki's room. She wants Macarena to look at it first before Paloma does. Macarena asks what is it, but Carmen prefers her to look at it instead.

Rafael is on the phone with Emiliano and finds out that Orlando and Camila left to go to Mexico City together to find Romina. He is not happy.

Carmen tells Macarena that the papers in the envelope pertain to an investigation Inaki had done. She prefers Macarena read it in private. Carmen tells her that what is in the envelope will change her life. Macarena promises to read it once she is alone. (Yeah like that will really happen. Somehow I see the envelope "disappearing"). Paloma comes in excited to see Carmen.

Diana tries calling Romina again. No answer.

Paloma tells Carmen that she would never have forgiven her if she left without giving her a kiss. Macarena puts the envelope on the table and walks away. Carmen tells Paloma ever since Inaki's death her zest for life is gone. Paloma tells her that Inaki would not have liked it. Carmen knows, just give her time. She asks Paloma and Macarena to come visit her in Spain so that she can go around. Paloma gets excited, but remembers that they have no money. Carmen assures them that they will have it. She makes them promise to visit her in Spain.

Cristobal tells Padre Benito about his decision to leave the priesthood. Padre Benito is happy that Cristobal is at peace with his decision. He reminds Cristobal that they have to go to Mexico City in front of the superiors to withdrawal his position/priesthood. (I really don't know what to call it). Cristobal thanks Padre Benito for his support in everything. Padre Benito reminds him that god has a plan for him. Perhaps not as a priest, but as a man.

Macarena tells Paloma that she finds it odd that Carlota has not arrived yet for dinner. As she is talking, I am yelling at her to pick up the envelope. Anyway Paloma asks if Carmen would be hurt if she knew that she was going out with Emiliano. She is a strong woman replies Macarena and believes that it would not bother her. Thankfully Paloma picks up the envelope and takes it with her to her room. Carlota finally comes home and Macarena questions her on her whereabouts. Carlota gets ugly and says that she was at the dispensario doing both of their work. Where were you? Macarena says here of course. Now it's time to eat.

Diana is in her room looking at herself in the mirror then reminisces about her encounter with Orlando at the restaurant. She starts freaking out and tries on a wig. She complains that she looks just like Camila (I don't think so honey). She tries on a scarf and sunglasses, but realizes that will also not work. She doesn't want to go, but knows that Emiliano would be upset with her if she doesn't.

Macarena remembers Cristobal's words about wanting to be free so that he can be with her. She has a huge smile on her face and starts singing. She is so happy that soon they will be together. Carlota comes in without knocking and wonders why Macarena is singing and smiling. Basically happy. Macarena asks if she knows to knock first before coming in? What do you want? Carlota asks why did she not ask her to go to mass this morning? Macarena says because you don't go every morning only when you want too. Does that bother you asks Carlota. No replies Macarena. Carlota asks her if there is anything new. What are you talking about asks Macarena. I don't know anything replies Carlota. Macarena says if you want to know if Padre Juan is back then find out yourself. I am not going to tell you. Carlota gives her the stink eye as Macarena giggles to herself and then starts singing again.

Carlota goes into her room and wonders what's up with Macarena's happiness. Is it because Cristobal is back?

German and Romina are shopping. She is picking out clothes and purses as Orlando and Camila stroll on by without them seeing each other. German is paying for all of her purchases and does not look too happy. They are strolling in the mall when German tells Romina that he has to go back home. They kiss and he leaves.

Camila tells Orlando that he should not have bought the dress for her. She feels uncomfortable. Orlando says let me spoil you. Anyway the dress looks spectacular on you. Of course the dress is gorgeous agrees Camila. It's just that I'm not use to anyone buying me things. Orlando tells her that she needs to get use to it. He understands that she was hurt in the past and so was he. Things may not have worked out in the love department for them in the past, but he thinks this is a great opportunity. I haven't felt like this in a long time. Just accept the gift and look the best you have ever been for me. Camila agrees and they kiss. (I really like him for her.)

Emiliano goes to see Chava and thanks him for everything that he did for Paloma. Chava's grandmother tells Emiliano that Chava is not behaving himself then leaves to go to work. Emiliano asks him what's up. Chava says not much. Emiliano reminds him that he can confide in him.

Paloma is talking to herself and Inaki while looking at a picture of them with Emiliano. She believes that she has finally broken the curse that has plagued the family. My aunts only fell in love once, but I can love again. Inaki is my first love and my first illusion. But it was my aunt Macarena who told me to accept him as a friend and then we became novios. And when he was gone he left me in the hands of Emiliano. The man that I love very much. When we get married we'll go to Spain to visit Carmen. I will finally get to know your country. You will always be a part of our lives.

Angelica invites Aaron to the party. He cannot go. All he thinks about is Paloma. Angelica tells him that he will eventually get over her. He just needs to go out and meet other people. He declines again, but Inez says that she'll love to go. Angelica agrees.

Cristobal talks to god and says that he is so happy. The signal that he gave him assured him that he is doing the right thing. He knows that he can count on god's blessing. He has showed him unconditional love. He wants god to tell him what other path he can take to still serve him. And thanks god for letting him live with the woman that he loves.

Carlota is at Inez with a couple of other woman going over some paperwork. The other ladies leave to get snacks while Inez asks Carlota how Macarena is doing. Fine replies Carlota. Inez says that she saw her at the church this morning. Carlota says Macarena is so bullheaded. The doctor told her not to leave the house. Inez says going to mass never hurt anyone. Especially to go see Padre Juan (Cristobal). He is so handsome. Carlota asks if he gave the mass? No replies Inez. But Pedro told me that he has come back.

Emiliano is talking with Padre Juan (Cristobal) about the soccer team they were planning to set up. Padre Juan says that at this time he has some important decisions to make and it may affect the plans that they had. But he'll let him know. Emiliano tells him that Paloma is on board with taking the girls under her wing. Cristobal is happy with that. Anything new? Emiliano tells him not to ask anything because he cannot lie to him. He will tell him, but not now. Just know that my happiness has to do with her.

Macarena is at home praying to the virgincita. She hopes that Paloma will accept Cristobal and to find the words to tell her that he is her father.

Joel wants to show Rafael some designs, but declines. He is too jealous to concentrate.

Macarena goes to Paloma's room to talk and sees her asleep. Macarena tells her that things are going to change and she will be able to give her everything that she needs. Her father.

Camila and Orlando come back to the hotel. Camila complains about her feet and Orlando says he'll massage them for her. She tells him to pack his suitcase so they can leave. I already did replies Orlando as he starts kissing her all over her face. Well, I have to pack mine responds Camila. Orlando ever the gentlemen says okay and goes to his room. She tells herself to make a decision.

Romina is driving home and wonders why she can control German, but not Emiliano. There both men and she is an attractive woman. I have done so many fun things with German though I prefer to do them with you Emiliano. She's pissed that he has not called her and probably doesn't even realize that she's in Mexico City. She wonders under what pretext she can call him with. She calls him up. He's in the office unpacking things for the party. Romina calls him and says she just called to see if he missed home. He tells her not to worry about it. Romina whines some more and he tells her that he has to go and hangs up. She is pissed. Angelica asks if he invited Paloma to the party. Emiliano doesn't think that her aunt will allow it. But soon things will change. Angelica smiles. (I think she has figured out that he and Paloma are novios or close to it anyway).

Diana complains to Inez that she cannot come up with a good reason not to go to the party. Inez tell her eating shrimp is a crazy idea. (Sounds like she may be allergic.) Inez reminds Diana that the last time she ate shrimp she got very sick. Diana says that she will take precautions, but this is the only way. Inez says eventually Orlando will have to meet Emiliano's mother. Just go and confront him. Don't ruin your life. Diana says that her life is nothing if Orlando discovers her. He will tell Rafael everything and he will believe it all. Inez says then leave here. You are playing with fire and you will get burned.

Macarena is helping Rufi clean the kitchen and singing again. Rufi asks what's up? I just love Paloma replies Macarena. You always have responds Rufi. Macarena leaves to make a phone call.

Cristobal is trying to call someone, but the line is busy. Suddenly he hears Carlota's voice behind him. She says (in a husky voice) finally we see each other again. Cristobal is muy impactado.

German calls Orlando back. What's up asks German. Orlando tells German that he and Camila are in Mexico City and found out that he and Romina are together. German tells Orlando that he just got out of a meeting and doesn't know where Romina is. They just met by chance. He did accompany her to find her father, but that's it. Then he went to work and she must have driven back to Real de Monte. They hang up. Orland tells Camila that German doesn't know where Romina is at. Figures she went back to Real de Monte. Camila wants to leave immediately. Her daughter is going to get a piece of her mind. German calls Romina and leaves a message that her mother found out that they were together in Mexico City. He denied it to avoid problems. Call me so that I can explain to you better.

Cris: Yes, we see each other again. Did you think that you got rid of me with your lies? As you can see you didn't. I returned to find that Macarena was still alive and that your evil plans did not work.
Car: But you came back as a priest. So yes it did work. You and her will no longer be together.
Cris: And that makes you happy?
Car: You fell for the wrong woman. Macarena is much to weak for you. You deserved a woman like me.
Cris: That would have been a grave mistake. Do you think your superior to everyone else? You think no one is better than you and that has been your punishment.
Car: My punishment has been to love you. Because all these years I have not been able to forget it.
Cris: I have never loved you. I have never given you any hope that I felt the same as you. I ask myself when you confused my offer of friendship with love.
Car: I was not confused. I am sure that you loved me. But you saw me so above you that you did not try to get close. Or confess your love. So that is why you chose Macarena.
Cris: You are so wrong, Carlota. I was never interested in you as a woman. The presence of your sister filled it for me. I did not have eyes for anyone else. And if she had never existed, I would never have loved someone like you. (Carlota slaps him)

Diana and Inez are at a restaurant. Diana can't believe anyone would like shrimp. It smells so horrible. Inez tries to talk her out of it, but Diana is determined.

Car: You were very attentive to me and a gentleman. So don't you dare say that you were never interested in me.
Cris: One belives what they want to believe. And if it was true, it does not convience me to say it now. But the only woman I have loved and will love is your sister.
Car: Don't tell me that you are going to leave everything for her?
Cris: And if that were the case?
Car: You do not want to confuse me, Cristobal. My sister is a done woman. She can never wake up passion. You can leave the priesthood, but not for her. For me. (she is all over him at this point)
Cris: Even if I never became a priest, you will never have been an option for me. And for your own good, it's best that you accept that.
Car: You cannot cut me out of your life. Especially now that I have found you. I don't care that your a priest. For me there are no impossibilites. And I will show you. I did not wait so long to just lose you again.
Cris: Carlota please. Don't be silly. You cannot lose what you never had. And I have never been yours. NEVER!

Macarena is so happy and talking to herself in her room. She has to tell someone about Cristobal or she'll go mad. She calls Camila. Camila tells Macarena what is going on. What about you asks Camila. Macarena tells her that she is very happy, but does not want to tell her over the phone. They make plans to meet up the next day.

Romina goes to Diana's apartment and recieves German's message. She's pissed. She yells for Juanita to take her packages to her room. Juanita tells her that Diana is sick in bed and does not want a doctor or Emiliano. Romina actually looks concerned and goes to see her.

Joel looks at the champagne that Rafael bought for the party. Joel wonders if he's doing better. He knows that Camila will be there with Orlando and Diana will be alone. Joel says to tell him everything that happened tomorrow. Rafael tells him that he is going with him tonight.

Romina tells Diana that she looks bad. Diana tells her that she is allergic to shrimp and must have eaten it without knowing. Romina wants to know how long it will be before she's better. Diana says I took my medicine and in a couple of days I will be better. I just feel bad that I can not go to the party tonight. Are you going asks Diana. Did he invite you? No replies Romina.

Paloma is rushing out and Emiliano calls her. Paloma mentions Carmen is in town and they talk about her and how Inaki's death affected her. He wishes that she can come to the party. Paloma says she cannot, but wishes she could. One day soon she will be at his side.

Camila lays into Romina. How can you go to Mexico City all by yourself. Romina tells her that she does not have to tell her anything. She is free to do what she wants. Camila tells her she's free to do what she wants when she's independent. If you want to do what you want and live the way you want, fine. Just do it right. If you are going to yell at me then it's best that you go replies Romina. Camila says not until you hear everything I have to tell you. Now answer me, what was German doing in Mexico City with you? Nothing replies Romina. I ran into him. He offered to go with me to find my father and that's all. I don't believe you responds Camila. For a while now there has been something between you two. It's such a strange coincidence that you ran into him in Mexico City. The biggest city in the world. Romina tells her to think whatever she wants. Camila can't believe that Romina is treating her this way. She is going to find her father and bring him to her. Then he can answer all her questions. Good idea replies Romina. But do it soon. I want to finalize what I want to do with my life.

Paloma is in painting class and Aaron goes to see her. She comments that it's been awhile. He says he has been working a lot and has been thinking about them. Yes, replies Aaron. I wondered if I can just see you as a friend. And asks Paloma. This little guy convinced me replies Aaron giving her a huge stuffed animal. Paloma thanks him. She really cares for him a lot and did not want to lose him. Either did I want to lose you replies Aaron.

Camila hopes that Romina is not disillusioned when she meets her father. I hope one day you realize what I did for you.

Macarena goes to visit Emiliano. She just wanted to thank him for everything he did when Paloma found out about her being her real mother . And to bring back the clothes he let Paloma borrow. Emiliano tries to down play his role, but Macarena insists that he did a lot for her and Paloma. She is happy that they are together. She believes that Paloma could not be in better hands. I have a lot of confidence in you. Your story is much like mine. One word of advice though. Be careful of Romina. A girl like her sometimes does not realize the pain she is causing. Take care of Paloma and don't let anything hurt her. And love her a lot. She deserves the best in life. Emiliano thanks Macarena for her confidence in him. And don't worry. I love Paloma and I will do anything.

Cristobal is taking off his alter dress and it looks like for the last time. He kneels to pray. He tells god that he is resigning and thanks him for bringing him and Macarena together in spite of an evil woman who wanted to separate them.

Carlota is crying in her room. Ugly crying face.

Tomorrow: Cristobal proposes to Macarena and looks like a kiss will finally happen.

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Just so everybody knows - I am making an executive decision and calling the line-up thus:

8-8:30: Me (Melinama, now seem to have a new screen name Chapel Hill Fiddler)
8:30-9: Julie
9-9:30: Kat
9:30-10: Jardinero
10-10:30: Jody
10:30-11:Chris

If it runs over Chris will take the overflow.

I realize the segments won't end exactly at the half-hour. Feel free to start a little before your time and end a little after your time - overlap is fine.

Instead of collating the entries, I suggest we each post separately adding a "Part One" "Part Two" ... "Part Six (finale)" to our title.

Labels: manana

Fr. Bosco reminds Ed that he’s in great danger, but Ed says he’s safe for now, but that he knows AB will give the order to kill him, but he’s worth more alive now than dead. 

Just then, Artemio Bravo tells his henchman, Borja, Franco is Ed and  that Ed has 24 hours and not a minute more, and as soon as I tell you kill him and keep me informed about everything you do.

Santi, meanwhile wants to kill Camilo.  Fer talks some sense into him and tells him that they have to direct their energy at resolving their problems.Tomasa tells Fer and Santi that Barb isn’t there and she’s taking to opportunity to tell them that Marcario died.  She finally got that off her chest.

Fr. Bosco wants to know for how much longer Ed can hide his identity.  Ed says he doesn’t fear death nor does he fear confronting Fer.  Imagine how Fer will react when she finds out.  The mask of Franco Santoro has succeeded.  He might as well have said the Mask of Zorro.  It’s that melodramatic.  She will hate me for the rest of my life.  It’s the lie.  He will find Aurora and then disappear.

Tomasa tells Fer and Santi about how Marcario was found in the ditch at the country house.  Lights begin to go on in Fer’s head.  Tomasa tells her that Barb ordered her not to say anything.  Santi and Fer think alike.  Fer says that Barb probably had something to do with that death.

Ed will get into the prison.  Fr. Bosco says he can get in and talk to Damian Gallardo.  Ed says no.  Ed tells him that Artemio Bravo can order the death of anybody he wants, including you.  Bosco orders him to sit down and listen to what he has to say.  He feels responsible and guilty for what Barbara Greco and Artemio Bravo have done.If there is someone here who has a weight on their conscience it is I.  By getting to Damian he will alleviate his pain.  Flashback to when Don Jeronimo ordered Ana to leave.  Soledad found the birth certificate and knew the truth from when she was a child.  He knew from the moment that Barb arrived that she knew that Soledad knew the story of Ana Gregoria.  He was under the confessional seal.  He kept silence for your good – he became an accomplice to all the tragedies that followed.  He didn’t have the guts to talk to Gonzalo and tell him what was happening.  He was stopped by a confession.  Ed is grateful Fr. Bosco spilled his guts.  That is why he is begging him to visit Damian and to find out where Aurora is being hidden.

Fer has just found out that Marcario’s death occurred a few days after she was there with Franco.  They can’t understand how evil she is.  Santi says Macario saw something and that Barb had to kill hm.  Santi wants to find out if any of the campesinos in the area saw Barb with Marcario.  Fer says Barb must spend the rest of her life in jail.

At the jail, Damian is roughing up Barb a little.  He then turns on the charm and demands a conjugal visit.  Barb cringes.  He tells her prisoners often sell their honeys for money.  He begins to undress her.  She pulls away and wants to know what he wants.  He says he doesn’t want any money.  He wants her to be sorry and wants to know who the hell is Aurora.

Fr. Bosco is at the prison to see Damian.  Inspector Lazoyo sends a guard to get Damian.  The inspector is very proud to have known Fr. Bosco so long.  Barb tells Damian she’s never been so honest and that she guarantees to get him set free. She admits she’s used him a couple of times. And, why, he wants to know.  He wants to finish her off for all her betrayals and times humiliations and evil deeds.  She says she speaks seriously.  She will get him out.  Her offer doesn’t interest him.  He tortures her by telling her that he wants to enjoy her, planning minute by minute and day by day, how he can do her more damage.  He will punish her until she begs him on her knees to bring her child to her.  Now, we can begin preliminary negotiations, says Damian.

Artemio Bravo talks to his henchman who is spying on Jacinto’s house.  Borja awaits the order to fire.  Outside of Jacinto’s house, Fer talks to Franco who tells her that Fr. Bosco went to talk to Damian.  Fer wants to know if he’ll succeed.  Ed once again says we have to find Aurora and get rid of Barb.  Fer tells him that Marcario was found dead in a ditch and that she is sure that Barb is involved.  Pretty soon her father will find out everything.

At Casa Elizalde, Gonzo’s attorney tells him that Camilo will never get out of prison because Rebeca Sanchez filed a complaint against Camilo accusing him of raping Aurora.  He can’t get Cami out on bond.  Gonzalo appears to have a heart attack.

Damian's first demand is that Fer come to visit him.  He tells Barb to convince her and that he will tell her where Aurora is located.  The guard knocks on the conjugal cell and tells Damian that Fr. Bosco is there to see him.

Fer and Franco continue discussions about getting Camilo free, but Fer tells him her brother is a disgrace and that Santi might try to kill him.  Flor calls Fer and tells her that a tragedy has happened.  Fer rushes out and Franco volunteers to go to the hospital with her.

Lili, Margarita and Martina are playing outside and Lili flashes back to her childhood when she played with Ed, and she remembers Soledad.  Margarita is going to make a lot of tomales with the corn.  So, what was the point of this little bucolic scene?

Bosco tells Damian that he must wonder why he is there.  Fr. gets right to the point.  Where is Aurora.  Damian wants to know why so many people are interested in her.  He says the father is a holy person who doesn’t lie and who hasn’t killed anyone or fooled anyone, and he wants to know why her.  Damian now stoops to political moves to bargain for her.  Fr. saysit is your duty for your soul.  Damian says I will tell only Fernanda Elizalde Aurora’s location.

Damian returns to Barb and says, he’ll make a deal – him for Aurora.  Barb says the others want  to take Aurora from her – Santi and Fer.  Barb begs him.  She says she is in his hands, and she begs him for help. 

The lawyer tells Fer and Franco that Gonzo had a heart attack.  Fer wants to know if Gonzo will survive.  The attorney tells him that the news about Camilo affected her father.  He tells her about the complaint of Rebeca Sanchez.  Beams of light appear around FrEd.  With all the melodrama worthy of a silent movie, Ed says, “Barbara Greco, la hiena.”

At the jail, the guard enters and says time's up.  Damian’s parting words are:  “Send Fernanda.”  He wonders what secret Barb is hiding.

Fer says that Barb knew that what she did would affect her father.  Ed wonders what was the point in revealing her true identity.  Fer says Barb wants to recover Aurora at any price and to ruin her family at any price.

Lucio tries to feed Aurora something and makes a move on her.  Cousin Jacobo pulls him off her and tells Lucio that he’s under orders to protect her.  Lucio leaves and Jacobo tells Aurora not to worry.  Jacobo also cleans up and says he’ll bring her more food.  Aurora flashes back to what Damian said to her about obeying orders.  She’s afraid for her baby.

El licenciado calls Barb and tells her about Gonzo’s heart attack. He tells her that Gonzo is alive.  She says she’s relieved, hah hah.  She wishes him dead.  The only thing she’s interested in is her daughter.

Fer goes in to see Gonzo.  Ed asks the nurse about Gonzo’s condition.  The nurse says he needs absolute rest in order to recover.

Fer calls out to her papa and tells him he has to rest.  He tells her about Camilo.  He says silence will kill him.  She says don’t say more.  He repeats that Rebeca Sanchez filed the complaint and he asks Fer if she knows that woman.Fer tells Gonzo that Rebeca Sanchez is Aurora’ mother.  But, says Gonzalo, he thought Aurora didn’t have any family.  Fer tells him that she found out her mother and father were alive.     Gonzo remembers that Aurora is expecting a baby, his grandchild. 

 Bar is back with Artemio Bravo.  Bar tells AB that if Fernanda finds Aurora first, she will take Aurora away from us.  He corrects her and says she’ll take Aurora away from you.  She tells AB that she’s the only person who can reunite him with her child.  He asks her where she’s getting this family spirit. She hates him, but he’s the only person who can help her get Aurora.  She doesn’t trust Franco because he’s with Fernanda.    Barb says that child is the only bond that has survived in their hearts and that in spite of everything , he can’t kill her.  Barb wants to know what he wants.  AB wants her to help get rid of the rest of Elizaldes.  She tells him that Gonzo had a heart attack.  He accepts her offer, but, he will now act  and deliver the final blow.

Fr. Bosco Calls Franco and tells him that he needs to talk  to Fer and that he should bring her to him asap.  Fer enters and tells Franco that Gonzo is lucid, but weak, and that he knows what Barbara Greco did.  She didn’t tell daddy Barbra’s true identity.  Franco tells her that Fr. Bosco wants to see her at the parish office.  Fer says that she can’t leave her father alone. Fer makes a call.

Meanwhile Santi, on his own Mission Impossible mission, is scoping out the woods and sees a man with a donkey.  He stops to talk.

Fer can’t reach Santi.  Fer doesn’t want to leave.  Enter Gardenia.  Fer says she must have fallen from the sky.  She tells Gardenia to stay with Gonzo and not leave under any circumstances.  She and Franco have an appointment with Fr. Bosco.  Of course, Gardenia swears she won’t leave the room.

Artemio Bravo’s spy, who looks like an oversized Sherlock Holmes,  tails Fer and Franco out of the hospital.

Jacobo takes Aurora’s photo for his cousin to send to Barbara Greco.  Lucio, the slimeball, is back.

Barb is at Gonzo’s bedside and says I hope  you die you old decrepit man. Gardenia heard her and tells her that she will not leave.  Barb grabs Gardenia by the arm and tries to shove her out of the room.  Gardenia puts up a good show, but she is out of her league here.  Barb is curious about where Fer and Franco went.  She goes out to use her phone.

At Bosco’s, the priest tells Fer that she must be very worried about her father.  Fer tells him that Gardenia is taking care of him.

Gardenia says a small prayer for God to save don Gonzo who, in her opinion, is a good man.  The hyena on the other hand is the most evil.  A nurse enters and tells Gardenia to leave because the doctor who is with her has to examine the patient.  They tell her to go the cafeteria, and Gardenia leaves. 

Artemio Bravo opens the door next to Gonzo’s room and stares his evil stare into the camera.  We are not impressed.

Artemio looks at Gonzo asleep in his bed and closes the blinds. Is this Mexican ICU?  Gonzo turns his head and opens his eyes and sees Artemio and asks him if he knows him.  Artemio says, “yes.”  But Gonzo doesn’t remember him.  Artemio says he doesn’t have to remember him.  This isn’t a social visit and I’m interested in the state of your health.  Gonzo wants to know who he is.  I am Artemio Bravo, your brother.    Mystery music.

Bosco pardons the delay – he had to talk to the men who agreed to be his guards.  Franco tells Fer that AB tried to kill Fr. Bosco.

Artemio says he’s really Artemio Elizalde.  He asks Gonzo if he didn’t notice the resemblance.  Gonzo wants to know what he’s doing there.  AB says blood doesn’t make them brothers.  He didn’t come to say hello nor be cordial with him or his family.  He came to disillusion him.  When he found out Gonzo had a heart attack,he was afraid.  Because he was afraid Gonzo might be dead.  He didn’t want Gonzo to die without finding out the truth about himself.  Even though we have the same father two things separate us, we are abysmally different.  Our mother’s blood and the truth – I was raised in the mud of truth and since I was born you lived a life of lies.  How old where you when you found out that death, like truth, arrives sooner or later.     He wants Gonzo to listen to everything he has to say.

Fer says, Damian doesn’t know that Aurora is Barb’s daughter.  Franco tells her they have an advantage to negotiate with him.  The condition is that Fernanda go to the jail to speak with him.

Ana Gregoria Bravo, continues Artemio, my mother, but he hates to remembers an Elizalde memory.  Her beauty was a damnation because don Jeronimo used her.  Mother wrote a diary and told how day by day she fell in love, and he seduced her.  Artemio tells him how Jeronimo abandoned Ana Gregoria and that his mother cast her out.  He would have brought the diary, but Lili gave it to Franco.  Lili was in his house and Franco negotiated her freedom.  He felt tenderness for her, but she was just another Elizalde who betrayed him.  He tells Gonzo that he planned Lili’l kidnapping.  Gonzo asks about Obregon.  AB says he didn’t have anything do to with this.  The person who helped him was Barbara Greco, the killer of Montserrat, your children’s mother.  The heart monitor is going crazy.  Gonzo yells out, “No, no.”End of chapter

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