Friday, February 09, 2007
La Fea Más Bella #206 2/8/07 Deep Thoughts On the Sensuous Nature Of Peppers, Pears, and Pati
In the exec lobby, the cuartel flirts with Aldo. Alicia interrupts to send the women back to work. She takes a cup of tea from Irmita’s hand as if she is accustomed to having Irmita bring her tea. She tries to flirt with Aldo and invites him to chat. He asks, what should we talk about, your ascent in this company? She’s not sure how to answer the question but tries to look sexy.
(A word about Alicia’s outfits. Looking back at the earlier episodes (how did we ever manage to get along without YouTube?), she didn’t seem any thinner then, but rather, it looks like the stylists were giving her outfits that were more respective to her size. My theory is that the producers realized that (1) it would be a great running gag to put her in these outfits…each one more inappropriate and torturous than the last, and (2) guys are sure to tune in just to see the eye candy bursting out of its wrapper. I mean, really, they have to know that it doesn't look good, right! I have to say the actress behind Alicia, Pati Navidad, has been a great sport about it.)
In the boardroom, Luigi says he needs tea because the valerian isn’t enough to calm his nerves anymore. He announces that he will not quit; he will do the commercials. As he talks, he walks to the other side of the meeting room and puts his tea down between Tomas and Fern. Tomas -- of the never-satisfied appetite -- takes a cookie from his pocket and dunks it in Luigi’s tea. Lety shakes her head n disbelief but luckily Luigi doesn’t notice. Luigi shares that he thinks the project will fail, after which he will quit. Lety says that remains to be seen. Luigi says he needs Jasmin back. Lety asks if he really needs her of if he really just wants her back to bug the cuartel. He gives a ‘how dare you doubt me’ look. Lety admits that he really needs him onboard so she will get him Jasmin. Luigi advices that since everything is clear now and since there is no authority here… Omar, in a rare gesture of respect, signals toward Lety to indicate to Luigi that there indeed is an authority figure here, but… Luigi ignores him. He gets up to leave, and only says goodbye to Lopez before walking out.
In the lobby, Luigi sees Aldo chatting with the cuartel and tells him get away from them because he may catch their horrible cooties. Alicia strokes her hair in agreement. Aldo says that, on the contrary, maybe their energy and vitality will be contagious. The ladies applaud (yes, they literally applaud, clap, for Aldo). Luigi invites Aldo to go back to his office so they can talk about the project. Aldo says sure but first he needs to talk to Lety. Luigi doesn’t like that. Aldo walks toward Lety’s office. He excuses himself to the ladies and in response they applaud some more( …oh brother). Alicia offers to go with him, but the women tell her no way, he’s going to talk to Lety and doesn’t need her around.
Lety hands out orders: Marcia must supervise Luigi’s project, starting with the design of project concept. Omar will engage the appropriate contacts. Marcia asks what will Fern do. Lety says she needs him (to which Fern smiles broadly) to help her and Tomas (to which Fern frowns) to review the project estimates and other financial stuff. Fern is gung ho and says sure, we’ll take care of that right away. Lopez asks about Tomas’s salary. Tomas signals to Lety what I think is a sign for “higher”. Lety says he should get paid the same as Olarte (the crooked finance guy [I think] who Fern fired for trying to sabotage Fern long ago last year (or in this novela’s timeline, probably just a few weeks ago!). Lopez then says about Lety’s presidential expenses, such as a car, phone, etc. Lety says take care of that with her salary; Conceptos can not afford luxuries like that. Lopez, who is behaving so very professional that I almost forgot he is the human housefly, then moves on to the topic of the late employees. Marcia announces that they will make personnel changes immediately: Sara will report to Fern and Omar, Lola will report Tomas, Marta, Irma , Juana will remain where they are. PM will work for Lety. PM’s receptionist position is open but Lety has a lead for that. Fern asks Marcia who will work for her. Marcia defensively advises that Alicia will go with her. Fern cracks up at this, so much so that Lety breaks into a big smile too. Fern fans himself and says ‘Que caray!’ (We caught that Jaime, hugs and kisses right back at you!). Lopez says “Dios nos hagare confesados” (“May God get us confessed,” which I think is similar to “May God help us!”) . He asks if Lety will adjust her salary to her new position. Lety says she’d love to but it’s against the law to lower her salary. But she will deduct day’s pay for Alicia and the other late employees. She tells everyone to get to work in their respective areas, then will meet again to report on their progress so they decide whether to officially launch this project. Marcia corrects Lety saying they will only launch it if we all agree. Lety corrects Marcia right back, saying she’s wrong, only Lety’s approval is necessary, that’s why she’s the prez! Marcia is left with her mouth open, and Lety looks very satisfied! (Go Lety, go Lety!).
Julieta and PM talk at the reception desk. Julieta talk about how wonderful Aldo is. She hopes he can help her get over all her suffering. PM asks if Julieta is referring to Lety’s problem here at work, or romantic problems. Julieta tells half the truth and says it’s work problems, of course.
Marcia asks Lety if there is anything else, and there is. She asks Omar to look for Aldo to see if he has any update. She has something to take care of, but asks Fern to work with Tomas on the estimate in the meantime. She gets up to leave and Fern stands for her. Marcia and Lopez leave too.
Fern hears Lety in her office exclaiming “Aldo!” which makes his eyes bulge out. Tomas addresses Fern as “compañero Fernando” (this means he’s addressing Fern as a peer). This makes Fern do a fake laugh, which makes Tomas laugh and before you know it he, Fern, and Omar are all snort-laughing. Fern tells Tomas “That’s Don Fernando to you.” Tomas says they need to get to work. Fern tells Tomas to go ahead and get started and sends him to his office. Now alone in the meeting room with Omar, Fern gets up, shushes Omar, and sneaks over to Lety’s door.
Aldo asks Lety what’s wrong. She says it was great, the ideas just popped into her head. He says she’s learning to use what you’ve always had inside. Lety says she has him to thank for it. She remembers the “Deep Thoughts By Aldo” lesson involving the paper cup with sea water. Aldo says that some people never learn to use that inner power. Fern gags himself with his finger. Lety says she’s confident because Aldo is there to support her. She says “I need you” -- Fern doesn’t like that, his eyes bulge again -- Lety continues “I can’t do it without you. Look me in the eyes and promise me you won’t leave me alone here. We can make this successful together” Fern is impactado! Aldo tells Lety that of course he will be here for her.
Fern tells Omar “I knew it! She told him ‘don’t leave me alone.’” Omar clarifies that they were talking about work… he chokes a little, and Fern smacks him on the back (I love their improv). Fern wonders doesn’t Lety understand that’s why he (Fern) is here; to help her? Omar says that Fern will have to suck it up because Aldo has that job now, plus he is now fundamental to Conceptos’s existence.
Marcia and Luigi are talking business in his office when Aldo comes in. He and Luigi go to Aldo’s office and leave Marcia to work from Luigi’s desk. (That’s 45 seconds of my life I’ll never get back.)
Fern offers to go with Omar to see Aldo (remember Lety sent Omar to check on Aldo), so he can investigate why Also is really here and why he is with Lety, so as not to “jumping to conclusions” (he says this is adorably broken English) .
Aldo begins his Deep Thoughts session with Luigi: Food is life. Mexican food is life with more flavor. The flavor of life is Mexican gastronomy. For example, if you take strips of chile poblano… Luigi tells him to stop because he’s making his mouth water. Aldo describes a dish of Poblano pepper strips with onion, cheese, sour cream, etc. He goes on about how every element -- earth, air, water-- gives life to the ingredients of dishes which we labor with love to create. Luigi is captivated. Aldo says that eating is not a means to satisfy an appetite. No, eating is a ritual of love. Luigi, almost in rapture (eeew!), shouts “Ay! OMG! You make something as simple as eating into something so immensely pleasurable.”
Fern and Omar find Aldo’s office and listen at the door. Aldo continues on his lecture, shouting about the power and potency of food. He bangs his door in excitement. Fern and Omar jump back and run back down the hall. They slowly tip-toe back. Fern rubs his leg (I think he must have banged it when they were jumping , though I rewound it and couldn’t see where it happened).
Luigi tells Aldo he can bring anyone to ecstasy with his Deep Thoughts. (again, eeew!).
Aldo says “Yes, especially an enchanting woman.”
Fern whisper-shouts to Aldo “I knew it, that idiot is talking about Lety!” Omar rationalizes that Aldo was talking about and “enchanting” woman, meaning not Lety. He chokes again and Fern smacks him on the back again. I just noticed that Omar’s voice is raspier than normal; he must be getting a sore throat, which explains why he chokes every time he has to speak.
Fern says “ahhh!” the way one would say “duh!” He doesn’t understand Omar’s argument. Of course Aldo’s talking about Lety, who else?
Tomas walks up and hears the guys talk from afar. He thinks they must be planning something against Lety.
Lety goes to see Robopop in his new office/cubbyhole. She calls Lola from his desk and asks her to come to her office along with the rest of the cuartel. Robopop asks if the cuartel will get fired. She says no, although they won’t get off scott-free either. He tells her not be to home late. PM calls to tell them Julieta is here.
In the lobby, the cuartel worry about their fate. Lety walks by on her way to get her mom, and the cuartel beg her for information. She says she’ll be right back, and Irmita says no news is good news (Does anyone remember the kid’s show Great Space Coaster, in which Gary Gnu always gave an inane newscast and then signed off with “No gnews is good gnews”?... No? Okay never mind).
Lety greets her mom and Moty. Julieta says they’re lonely at home because everyone is here at Conceptos. She says she met Lety’s friend Aldo and thinks he is tan lindo (so lovely)! She asks Lety if she’s sure she doesn’t like him? Saimon walks back and forth behind them trying to listen . Lety is uncomfortable but responds that, yes, Aldo sure is a great guy. Julieta remarks how big and florescent his teeth are is…just kidding -- but she does remark about Aldo’s great smile.
Tomas is still in the hallway spying on Omar and Fern, who are still spying on Aldo and Luigi. He wonders what Frick & Frack are up to. Then he turns his attention to Aldo’s door and says he needs to figure out what Domenzain’s intentions with his mamasota (his big momma, Alicia).
Professor Aldo’s never-ending Deep Thoughts About Guacamole continues, and understandably Fern says he can’t listen anymore. Omar agrees and grabs Fern’s arm to leave, but even as Fern says he can’t hear anymore, he moves back to the door to listen some more. Omar drags him away. As they leave, Tomas nears Aldo’s door, but bumps into it. Aldo opens the door to see what the noise was. Tomas hides behind the open door. Also goes back inside but leaves his door open, giving Tomas a better listen. Aldo – “Why can’t we find love in the gorgeous curves of a pear? Why?” Luigi has no idea. Tomas assumes Aldo must be talking about Alicia and gets mad.
Lety walks back into the exec lobby, she runs into Robopop and tells him that mom is waiting for him in the lobby. Alicia wishes him a pleasant evening (that lambe-patas! I love that phrase, I’ve been using it all week!) He gets into the elevator as a sexy woman in a mini skirt walks out. The woman asks Alicia who that guy was. Alicia informs her that it’s President Lety’s dad and the woman seems intrigued. After the woman walks away, Alicia says she is appalled at the woman’s audacity (or maybe her desperation) .
In a meeting room with a big coffee table, the cuartel beg Lety to tell them what will happen to them. Martha asks if she will at least give them a letter of recommendation. Lety says that no one is going to fire them. They are excited. PM says she know Lety wouldn’t let anything happen to them. Lola says she knew they would come out of this unscathed. She pumps fist in the air, which sort of makes me enjoy the next part, where Lety tells them that actually, they will lose a day’s pay. The women are impactadas. They whine about it. Irma says they should be happy they still have their jobs. Juana tells them to stop being ungrateful and hugs Lety in gratitude.
Fern and Omar roam the hallways as Fern decries Aldo’s intentions with Lety. Omar becomes distracted by 2 girls walking by and Fern has to pull him back. Fern is sure that Aldo is trying to conquer Lety. Omar points out that Fern is back with Marcia. Fern doesn’t see the connection. He mimics Aldo’s discourse and calls him a crazy, perverted, sicko. Furthermore, if he finds out that Aldo really is interested in Lety, he’s really gonna let Aldo have it.
Tomas continues to spy on Aldo but Frick & Frack catch him in the act. To deflect attention from himself, Tomas tells them they look like the Men In Black in their dark suits. They bicker back and forth about why they are there instead of working and accidentally bump Aldo’s door again. They run away as Aldo opens his door to see who it is (actually, it’s really because they run with their hands out in front of them like the cartoons). Aldo goes back in his office and Frick & Frack send Tomas back to his office. Fern comments that Tomas’s spying shows very bad manners, and they he immediately goes back to listening at Aldo’s door.
Lety tells the cuartel about their new work assignments. That about sums those 5 minutes up.
Fern and Aldo finally enter Aldo’s office. They introduce themselves and promptly though politely lay down the law about Lety. Fern says there is no need for Aldo to report his progress to Lety, since that’s what Fern is there for here for.
Lety tells the women that Alicia won’t be her secretary, and they think this means Alicia has been fired. They celebrate by singing “goodbye oxijenada!” until Lety clarifies that Alicia will work for Marcia.
Marcia shows Alicia her new desk next to Marcia’s office. Alicia is distraught at having to sit next to the cuartel.
Fern wants Aldo to give him details about the new project. Also says he has contacted a friend who is in the restaurant association. Fern doesn’t think that this plan will work. Aldo says they must be patient, he has planted a seed, and they must give it time to grow and bloom. Fern makes fun of Aldo’s nature metaphor and talks about birds and their nests. Just then Aldo’s friend calls says the restaurant association is interested in Aldo’s project; they are willing to invest 2 million dollars (not pesos-- funny how a Mexican company dealing with a Mexican restaurant association in regards to a project specifically related Mexican food would nonetheless talk in terms of dollars). Anyway, Aldo shares the news but this does not impress Fern, who is skeptical about whether Aldo’s friend is legit.
(A word about Alicia’s outfits. Looking back at the earlier episodes (how did we ever manage to get along without YouTube?), she didn’t seem any thinner then, but rather, it looks like the stylists were giving her outfits that were more respective to her size. My theory is that the producers realized that (1) it would be a great running gag to put her in these outfits…each one more inappropriate and torturous than the last, and (2) guys are sure to tune in just to see the eye candy bursting out of its wrapper. I mean, really, they have to know that it doesn't look good, right! I have to say the actress behind Alicia, Pati Navidad, has been a great sport about it.)
In the boardroom, Luigi says he needs tea because the valerian isn’t enough to calm his nerves anymore. He announces that he will not quit; he will do the commercials. As he talks, he walks to the other side of the meeting room and puts his tea down between Tomas and Fern. Tomas -- of the never-satisfied appetite -- takes a cookie from his pocket and dunks it in Luigi’s tea. Lety shakes her head n disbelief but luckily Luigi doesn’t notice. Luigi shares that he thinks the project will fail, after which he will quit. Lety says that remains to be seen. Luigi says he needs Jasmin back. Lety asks if he really needs her of if he really just wants her back to bug the cuartel. He gives a ‘how dare you doubt me’ look. Lety admits that he really needs him onboard so she will get him Jasmin. Luigi advices that since everything is clear now and since there is no authority here… Omar, in a rare gesture of respect, signals toward Lety to indicate to Luigi that there indeed is an authority figure here, but… Luigi ignores him. He gets up to leave, and only says goodbye to Lopez before walking out.
In the lobby, Luigi sees Aldo chatting with the cuartel and tells him get away from them because he may catch their horrible cooties. Alicia strokes her hair in agreement. Aldo says that, on the contrary, maybe their energy and vitality will be contagious. The ladies applaud (yes, they literally applaud, clap, for Aldo). Luigi invites Aldo to go back to his office so they can talk about the project. Aldo says sure but first he needs to talk to Lety. Luigi doesn’t like that. Aldo walks toward Lety’s office. He excuses himself to the ladies and in response they applaud some more( …oh brother). Alicia offers to go with him, but the women tell her no way, he’s going to talk to Lety and doesn’t need her around.
Lety hands out orders: Marcia must supervise Luigi’s project, starting with the design of project concept. Omar will engage the appropriate contacts. Marcia asks what will Fern do. Lety says she needs him (to which Fern smiles broadly) to help her and Tomas (to which Fern frowns) to review the project estimates and other financial stuff. Fern is gung ho and says sure, we’ll take care of that right away. Lopez asks about Tomas’s salary. Tomas signals to Lety what I think is a sign for “higher”. Lety says he should get paid the same as Olarte (the crooked finance guy [I think] who Fern fired for trying to sabotage Fern long ago last year (or in this novela’s timeline, probably just a few weeks ago!). Lopez then says about Lety’s presidential expenses, such as a car, phone, etc. Lety says take care of that with her salary; Conceptos can not afford luxuries like that. Lopez, who is behaving so very professional that I almost forgot he is the human housefly, then moves on to the topic of the late employees. Marcia announces that they will make personnel changes immediately: Sara will report to Fern and Omar, Lola will report Tomas, Marta, Irma , Juana will remain where they are. PM will work for Lety. PM’s receptionist position is open but Lety has a lead for that. Fern asks Marcia who will work for her. Marcia defensively advises that Alicia will go with her. Fern cracks up at this, so much so that Lety breaks into a big smile too. Fern fans himself and says ‘Que caray!’ (We caught that Jaime, hugs and kisses right back at you!). Lopez says “Dios nos hagare confesados” (“May God get us confessed,” which I think is similar to “May God help us!”) . He asks if Lety will adjust her salary to her new position. Lety says she’d love to but it’s against the law to lower her salary. But she will deduct day’s pay for Alicia and the other late employees. She tells everyone to get to work in their respective areas, then will meet again to report on their progress so they decide whether to officially launch this project. Marcia corrects Lety saying they will only launch it if we all agree. Lety corrects Marcia right back, saying she’s wrong, only Lety’s approval is necessary, that’s why she’s the prez! Marcia is left with her mouth open, and Lety looks very satisfied! (Go Lety, go Lety!).
Julieta and PM talk at the reception desk. Julieta talk about how wonderful Aldo is. She hopes he can help her get over all her suffering. PM asks if Julieta is referring to Lety’s problem here at work, or romantic problems. Julieta tells half the truth and says it’s work problems, of course.
Marcia asks Lety if there is anything else, and there is. She asks Omar to look for Aldo to see if he has any update. She has something to take care of, but asks Fern to work with Tomas on the estimate in the meantime. She gets up to leave and Fern stands for her. Marcia and Lopez leave too.
Fern hears Lety in her office exclaiming “Aldo!” which makes his eyes bulge out. Tomas addresses Fern as “compañero Fernando” (this means he’s addressing Fern as a peer). This makes Fern do a fake laugh, which makes Tomas laugh and before you know it he, Fern, and Omar are all snort-laughing. Fern tells Tomas “That’s Don Fernando to you.” Tomas says they need to get to work. Fern tells Tomas to go ahead and get started and sends him to his office. Now alone in the meeting room with Omar, Fern gets up, shushes Omar, and sneaks over to Lety’s door.
Aldo asks Lety what’s wrong. She says it was great, the ideas just popped into her head. He says she’s learning to use what you’ve always had inside. Lety says she has him to thank for it. She remembers the “Deep Thoughts By Aldo” lesson involving the paper cup with sea water. Aldo says that some people never learn to use that inner power. Fern gags himself with his finger. Lety says she’s confident because Aldo is there to support her. She says “I need you” -- Fern doesn’t like that, his eyes bulge again -- Lety continues “I can’t do it without you. Look me in the eyes and promise me you won’t leave me alone here. We can make this successful together” Fern is impactado! Aldo tells Lety that of course he will be here for her.
Fern tells Omar “I knew it! She told him ‘don’t leave me alone.’” Omar clarifies that they were talking about work… he chokes a little, and Fern smacks him on the back (I love their improv). Fern wonders doesn’t Lety understand that’s why he (Fern) is here; to help her? Omar says that Fern will have to suck it up because Aldo has that job now, plus he is now fundamental to Conceptos’s existence.
Marcia and Luigi are talking business in his office when Aldo comes in. He and Luigi go to Aldo’s office and leave Marcia to work from Luigi’s desk. (That’s 45 seconds of my life I’ll never get back.)
Fern offers to go with Omar to see Aldo (remember Lety sent Omar to check on Aldo), so he can investigate why Also is really here and why he is with Lety, so as not to “jumping to conclusions” (he says this is adorably broken English) .
Aldo begins his Deep Thoughts session with Luigi: Food is life. Mexican food is life with more flavor. The flavor of life is Mexican gastronomy. For example, if you take strips of chile poblano… Luigi tells him to stop because he’s making his mouth water. Aldo describes a dish of Poblano pepper strips with onion, cheese, sour cream, etc. He goes on about how every element -- earth, air, water-- gives life to the ingredients of dishes which we labor with love to create. Luigi is captivated. Aldo says that eating is not a means to satisfy an appetite. No, eating is a ritual of love. Luigi, almost in rapture (eeew!), shouts “Ay! OMG! You make something as simple as eating into something so immensely pleasurable.”
Fern and Omar find Aldo’s office and listen at the door. Aldo continues on his lecture, shouting about the power and potency of food. He bangs his door in excitement. Fern and Omar jump back and run back down the hall. They slowly tip-toe back. Fern rubs his leg (I think he must have banged it when they were jumping , though I rewound it and couldn’t see where it happened).
Luigi tells Aldo he can bring anyone to ecstasy with his Deep Thoughts. (again, eeew!).
Aldo says “Yes, especially an enchanting woman.”
Fern whisper-shouts to Aldo “I knew it, that idiot is talking about Lety!” Omar rationalizes that Aldo was talking about and “enchanting” woman, meaning not Lety. He chokes again and Fern smacks him on the back again. I just noticed that Omar’s voice is raspier than normal; he must be getting a sore throat, which explains why he chokes every time he has to speak.
Fern says “ahhh!” the way one would say “duh!” He doesn’t understand Omar’s argument. Of course Aldo’s talking about Lety, who else?
Tomas walks up and hears the guys talk from afar. He thinks they must be planning something against Lety.
Lety goes to see Robopop in his new office/cubbyhole. She calls Lola from his desk and asks her to come to her office along with the rest of the cuartel. Robopop asks if the cuartel will get fired. She says no, although they won’t get off scott-free either. He tells her not be to home late. PM calls to tell them Julieta is here.
In the lobby, the cuartel worry about their fate. Lety walks by on her way to get her mom, and the cuartel beg her for information. She says she’ll be right back, and Irmita says no news is good news (Does anyone remember the kid’s show Great Space Coaster, in which Gary Gnu always gave an inane newscast and then signed off with “No gnews is good gnews”?... No? Okay never mind).
Lety greets her mom and Moty. Julieta says they’re lonely at home because everyone is here at Conceptos. She says she met Lety’s friend Aldo and thinks he is tan lindo (so lovely)! She asks Lety if she’s sure she doesn’t like him? Saimon walks back and forth behind them trying to listen . Lety is uncomfortable but responds that, yes, Aldo sure is a great guy. Julieta remarks how big and florescent his teeth are is…just kidding -- but she does remark about Aldo’s great smile.
Tomas is still in the hallway spying on Omar and Fern, who are still spying on Aldo and Luigi. He wonders what Frick & Frack are up to. Then he turns his attention to Aldo’s door and says he needs to figure out what Domenzain’s intentions with his mamasota (his big momma, Alicia).
Professor Aldo’s never-ending Deep Thoughts About Guacamole continues, and understandably Fern says he can’t listen anymore. Omar agrees and grabs Fern’s arm to leave, but even as Fern says he can’t hear anymore, he moves back to the door to listen some more. Omar drags him away. As they leave, Tomas nears Aldo’s door, but bumps into it. Aldo opens the door to see what the noise was. Tomas hides behind the open door. Also goes back inside but leaves his door open, giving Tomas a better listen. Aldo – “Why can’t we find love in the gorgeous curves of a pear? Why?” Luigi has no idea. Tomas assumes Aldo must be talking about Alicia and gets mad.
Lety walks back into the exec lobby, she runs into Robopop and tells him that mom is waiting for him in the lobby. Alicia wishes him a pleasant evening (that lambe-patas! I love that phrase, I’ve been using it all week!) He gets into the elevator as a sexy woman in a mini skirt walks out. The woman asks Alicia who that guy was. Alicia informs her that it’s President Lety’s dad and the woman seems intrigued. After the woman walks away, Alicia says she is appalled at the woman’s audacity (or maybe her desperation) .
In a meeting room with a big coffee table, the cuartel beg Lety to tell them what will happen to them. Martha asks if she will at least give them a letter of recommendation. Lety says that no one is going to fire them. They are excited. PM says she know Lety wouldn’t let anything happen to them. Lola says she knew they would come out of this unscathed. She pumps fist in the air, which sort of makes me enjoy the next part, where Lety tells them that actually, they will lose a day’s pay. The women are impactadas. They whine about it. Irma says they should be happy they still have their jobs. Juana tells them to stop being ungrateful and hugs Lety in gratitude.
Fern and Omar roam the hallways as Fern decries Aldo’s intentions with Lety. Omar becomes distracted by 2 girls walking by and Fern has to pull him back. Fern is sure that Aldo is trying to conquer Lety. Omar points out that Fern is back with Marcia. Fern doesn’t see the connection. He mimics Aldo’s discourse and calls him a crazy, perverted, sicko. Furthermore, if he finds out that Aldo really is interested in Lety, he’s really gonna let Aldo have it.
Tomas continues to spy on Aldo but Frick & Frack catch him in the act. To deflect attention from himself, Tomas tells them they look like the Men In Black in their dark suits. They bicker back and forth about why they are there instead of working and accidentally bump Aldo’s door again. They run away as Aldo opens his door to see who it is (actually, it’s really because they run with their hands out in front of them like the cartoons). Aldo goes back in his office and Frick & Frack send Tomas back to his office. Fern comments that Tomas’s spying shows very bad manners, and they he immediately goes back to listening at Aldo’s door.
Lety tells the cuartel about their new work assignments. That about sums those 5 minutes up.
Fern and Aldo finally enter Aldo’s office. They introduce themselves and promptly though politely lay down the law about Lety. Fern says there is no need for Aldo to report his progress to Lety, since that’s what Fern is there for here for.
Lety tells the women that Alicia won’t be her secretary, and they think this means Alicia has been fired. They celebrate by singing “goodbye oxijenada!” until Lety clarifies that Alicia will work for Marcia.
Marcia shows Alicia her new desk next to Marcia’s office. Alicia is distraught at having to sit next to the cuartel.
Fern wants Aldo to give him details about the new project. Also says he has contacted a friend who is in the restaurant association. Fern doesn’t think that this plan will work. Aldo says they must be patient, he has planted a seed, and they must give it time to grow and bloom. Fern makes fun of Aldo’s nature metaphor and talks about birds and their nests. Just then Aldo’s friend calls says the restaurant association is interested in Aldo’s project; they are willing to invest 2 million dollars (not pesos-- funny how a Mexican company dealing with a Mexican restaurant association in regards to a project specifically related Mexican food would nonetheless talk in terms of dollars). Anyway, Aldo shares the news but this does not impress Fern, who is skeptical about whether Aldo’s friend is legit.
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Thursday, February 08, 2007
Duelo de Pasiones, Thursday February 8 - It's Alvaro's turn to be locked up!
Alvaro (aka Don Loco) charged into the church shouting, "Stop this wedding immediately!" The priest tried to argue, and Emilio told Don Loco to shut up or be thrown out.
Alvaro shouted, "You're not going to do anything to me, wretch!" then shot Emilio in the chest before being restrained by some men. Maximo pointed a gun at Don Loco, who continued to shout and struggle as the men dragged him away.
Elsewhere: Angel, lying in bed, told Dr. Vazquez he'd heard a gunshot. The doctor said it sounded far away. Angel agreed, "It's probably my brother's friends."
At the church: Baring her teeth, Thelma marched up to the altar, where Emilio was lying in Alina's arms. The two women cried, "Who are you?" at each other. Thelma said, "You want to know who I am? Nothing less than the official fiancee of Captain Emilio Valtierra!"
Alina sobbed, "That isn't true," and pointed out that she was marrying Emilio. Thelma insisted, "This wedding is a farce!" and ordered Orlando to tell Alina that Emilio was planning to abandon her after the wedding. Orlando said, "Yes, Flor. It's the truth."
Dr. Vazquez ran into the church, looked at Emilio and said, "He's losing a lot of blood." He told some men to move Emilio to his room.
Alina (with blood all over her wedding dress) tried to follow, but Thelma stopped her, saying, "You're not going anywhere! The farce is over! You don't have anything to do here! Get out of here!" then followed Emilio herself.
Orlando told Alina he'd tried to warn her about Emilio's intentions but she hadn't wanted to listen. Alina sobbed, "That isn't true, it can't be!"
Meanwhile: A jaguar chased Gaspar up a tree. Gaspar said, "Vete, gatote" (I'm guessing that means "Go away, you cat"?) and the jaguar obligingly ran away.
Back at La Rinconada, Maximo was alone in what appeared to be a storeroom with Don Loco, who was pacing around while Maximo stood with his back to him. Maximo demanded, "Why did you shoot my nephew?" and Don Loco muttered, "She can't marry anyone."
Maximo yelled, "Are you completely loco? This is going to bring us problems with the authorities." Don Loco said, "The authorities are on my side. They never interfere with what I'm doing." Maximo said sulkily, "My nephew!" and Don Loco replied that he wasn't finished with his revenge against Alina and her mother.
Maximo started to stalk out. Alvaro said, "Maximo! You have to let me out of here." Maximo said, "No no no no, I'm not going to be able to. I'm going to see if my nephew is dead, and if he is, neither God nor the devil can save you from jail!"
(Why does Maximo always take Alvaro's side, I wonder? Even in this situation he seemed to want to help Alvaro if he could.)
Angel told Susi (his nurse) that he wanted to marry Flor but she probably wouldn't be interested in a man like him. Susi said she was sure Flor would.
That evening, Orlando told Coral that Emilio was only wounded, not dying, and Thelma had taken charge of the situation and thrown Flor out. He urged Coral to leave the hacienda, but Coral said, "I'm not afraid of this Thelma," and she wouldn't go until Emilio was out of danger.
Alina, dressed in her denim outfit again, left the house with Luba, crying and saying, "He deceived me. It was all a lie." Luba said she'd known all along that Emilio couldn't be trusted.
Gaspar ran up and asked, "Mama, where is my muñequita, my beautiful fairy?" Annoyed, Luba said, "There's no muñequita, no fairy here, don't be stupid!"
She tried to get Alina to leave with her, but Alina said she wouldn't go until she knew how Emilio was. She said, "I have rights, too. I was also Emilio's fiancee. I'm not leaving here."
Soledad, clearly out of the loop, worried about what Alvaro would do when he learned about the wedding.
(I'm wondering, if Soledad has been a prisoner for two years, who's doing her hair? It's always perfectly colored and cut. If Adela is a professional hairdresser, why is she working for a maniac like Don Loco?)
Father Cristobal visited Angel, who asked worriedly what was going on. Susi reminded Angel to remain calm for sake of his health. Angel said he was nervous, it was strange that Emilio hadn't come to see him, and he'd heard a gunshot. "Is everything OK, Father?"
Cristobal said heartily, "Everything is fine!" then hastily departed. (Shouldn't a priest, of all people, know how to break bad news to someone?)
Cristobal went outside and said to Alina, "You're still here?" (I guess he expected her to go back to her cave.) Alina, crying, said, "I need to know how Emilio is. Is it true that he's not going to die?"
The priest said, "I don't know, daughter. The doctor says the wound is grave, but you must have faith. All will be well. But you know you can't go in there." (Why is the priest automatically taking Thelma's side? Shouldn't he be trying to help Alina, too?)
He said instead she should visit Angel. "He heard the shot and he's very upset. Why don't you go and try to calm him?" Alina agreed.
She arrived just as Susi was about to break the news of the shooting to Angel. He asked Alina what was going on, and Alina said, "Emilio is wounded."
Angel started hyperventilating. Trying to keep him calm, Alina assured him Emilio was OK, claiming Emilio had only been shot in the leg. She didn't tell him about the wedding.
Angel took her hand and said, "I love you. I want to marry you. I don't ask that you love me, only that you let me love you, take care of you, and protect you."
Alina asked how he could marry her when he knows what people say about her. Angel said, "I know you are a good woman. I see it in your eyes. I want to see you happy. Accept my protection. I know that I don't have long to live."
Alina replied, "Don't say that! You are going to live, and all the years you live I'll be profoundly grateful to you, but I can't be your wife." Angel said, "You don't love me," and Alina said, "I can't." As she left the room, he said to himself, "Goodbye, Flor."
Emilio's men told Maximo they wanted Alvaro to face justice for shooting Emilio. Maximo said, "Don't worry. I will take care of the justice."
Meanwhile Alvaro remembered hearing his mother telling his father (also named Alvaro), "Do you want to know why I look for other men? Because you've never been good enough for me. (Nunca me has servido.) You disgust me!"
Alvaro's father rode off on horseback and Alvaro (who looked about 15 in this flashback) followed on his own horse, calling, "Papa, wait for me!" His father dismounted, walked to the edge of a cliff, looked back at Alvaro Jr., then jumped off the cliff to his death.
Remembering this, Alvaro thought, "My poor father. And poor me."
Just then Maximo came in and told Alvaro that Emilio was in bad shape and his friends were asking for justice. "If my nephew doesn't die, I promise to help you, but for now you're not going to be allowed to leave."
The doctor told Father Cristobal that Emilio's life was in danger.
In the city: Marianita told her mother she wanted to meet her Uncle Alvaro. Mariana said, "He lives in an ugly place that you wouldn't like at all -- there are no stores, there's no TV, there's nothing!" She added that Uncle Alvaro was very irritable. The kid started to cry and said her father would never return.
Meanwhile, Jose tried to sneak out of the cabin where he was being held captive, but Felicia came in (with her boobs hanging out of her shirt) and said she'd come to keep him company. Jose said he wanted to be alone. She tried to kiss him and he snapped, "What part don't you understand of 'I want to be alone'?" then stomped away.
Hugo told Alfonsina that Alvaro didn't like romances between his employees. Alfonsina said Don Loco owned the land but he didn't own them. "How wonderful it would be if all this were ours and not the patron's." Hugo said, "I know, Alfonsina. I know."
Don Loco, still locked up at Maximo's house, remembered shooting Emilio and told himself it was all Soledad's fault because she betrayed him etc. etc.
Blanca caught Elias muttering Soledad's name in his sleep. She woke him up and he pretended not to remember what he had been dreaming. Blanca said she'd always been jealous of Soledad but she wasn't angry at Elias, she was just sad.
Elias insisted that he considered Soledad a friend, nothing more. "You are my wife, my life, and we are very happy." They kissed.
Orlando told Thelma that Emilio was dying but he had a plan to help her. Thelma visited the unconscious Emilio and told him, "Don't die. It's your fault this man raped me, but I swear, my child is going to carry your name."
Outside the house, Alina told Luba the shooting was her fault, "I killed Emilio! I shouldn't have accepted him." Orlando came outside and told Alina that Thelma wanted to talk to her alone.
Gaspar told Luba he wanted to talk to Thelma, too. With difficulty Luba stopped him from charging into the house to find Thelma.
Thelma told Alina they were both Emilio's victims, but Alina could help her. Alina asked how, and Thelma said, "I need to marry Emilio before he dies."
Words from this episode:
farsa = farce
hada = fairy
enojón = irritable
zopenco = dummy
And finally, at Sylvia's suggestion, here's a bonus for my fellow Gaspar fans: a webpage about the wrestling career of Rene Goméz (aka Intocable)... or should I say Spice Boy Randy?
El Intocable
Alvaro shouted, "You're not going to do anything to me, wretch!" then shot Emilio in the chest before being restrained by some men. Maximo pointed a gun at Don Loco, who continued to shout and struggle as the men dragged him away.
Elsewhere: Angel, lying in bed, told Dr. Vazquez he'd heard a gunshot. The doctor said it sounded far away. Angel agreed, "It's probably my brother's friends."
At the church: Baring her teeth, Thelma marched up to the altar, where Emilio was lying in Alina's arms. The two women cried, "Who are you?" at each other. Thelma said, "You want to know who I am? Nothing less than the official fiancee of Captain Emilio Valtierra!"
Alina sobbed, "That isn't true," and pointed out that she was marrying Emilio. Thelma insisted, "This wedding is a farce!" and ordered Orlando to tell Alina that Emilio was planning to abandon her after the wedding. Orlando said, "Yes, Flor. It's the truth."
Dr. Vazquez ran into the church, looked at Emilio and said, "He's losing a lot of blood." He told some men to move Emilio to his room.
Alina (with blood all over her wedding dress) tried to follow, but Thelma stopped her, saying, "You're not going anywhere! The farce is over! You don't have anything to do here! Get out of here!" then followed Emilio herself.
Orlando told Alina he'd tried to warn her about Emilio's intentions but she hadn't wanted to listen. Alina sobbed, "That isn't true, it can't be!"
Meanwhile: A jaguar chased Gaspar up a tree. Gaspar said, "Vete, gatote" (I'm guessing that means "Go away, you cat"?) and the jaguar obligingly ran away.
Back at La Rinconada, Maximo was alone in what appeared to be a storeroom with Don Loco, who was pacing around while Maximo stood with his back to him. Maximo demanded, "Why did you shoot my nephew?" and Don Loco muttered, "She can't marry anyone."
Maximo yelled, "Are you completely loco? This is going to bring us problems with the authorities." Don Loco said, "The authorities are on my side. They never interfere with what I'm doing." Maximo said sulkily, "My nephew!" and Don Loco replied that he wasn't finished with his revenge against Alina and her mother.
Maximo started to stalk out. Alvaro said, "Maximo! You have to let me out of here." Maximo said, "No no no no, I'm not going to be able to. I'm going to see if my nephew is dead, and if he is, neither God nor the devil can save you from jail!"
(Why does Maximo always take Alvaro's side, I wonder? Even in this situation he seemed to want to help Alvaro if he could.)
Angel told Susi (his nurse) that he wanted to marry Flor but she probably wouldn't be interested in a man like him. Susi said she was sure Flor would.
That evening, Orlando told Coral that Emilio was only wounded, not dying, and Thelma had taken charge of the situation and thrown Flor out. He urged Coral to leave the hacienda, but Coral said, "I'm not afraid of this Thelma," and she wouldn't go until Emilio was out of danger.
Alina, dressed in her denim outfit again, left the house with Luba, crying and saying, "He deceived me. It was all a lie." Luba said she'd known all along that Emilio couldn't be trusted.
Gaspar ran up and asked, "Mama, where is my muñequita, my beautiful fairy?" Annoyed, Luba said, "There's no muñequita, no fairy here, don't be stupid!"
She tried to get Alina to leave with her, but Alina said she wouldn't go until she knew how Emilio was. She said, "I have rights, too. I was also Emilio's fiancee. I'm not leaving here."
Soledad, clearly out of the loop, worried about what Alvaro would do when he learned about the wedding.
(I'm wondering, if Soledad has been a prisoner for two years, who's doing her hair? It's always perfectly colored and cut. If Adela is a professional hairdresser, why is she working for a maniac like Don Loco?)
Father Cristobal visited Angel, who asked worriedly what was going on. Susi reminded Angel to remain calm for sake of his health. Angel said he was nervous, it was strange that Emilio hadn't come to see him, and he'd heard a gunshot. "Is everything OK, Father?"
Cristobal said heartily, "Everything is fine!" then hastily departed. (Shouldn't a priest, of all people, know how to break bad news to someone?)
Cristobal went outside and said to Alina, "You're still here?" (I guess he expected her to go back to her cave.) Alina, crying, said, "I need to know how Emilio is. Is it true that he's not going to die?"
The priest said, "I don't know, daughter. The doctor says the wound is grave, but you must have faith. All will be well. But you know you can't go in there." (Why is the priest automatically taking Thelma's side? Shouldn't he be trying to help Alina, too?)
He said instead she should visit Angel. "He heard the shot and he's very upset. Why don't you go and try to calm him?" Alina agreed.
She arrived just as Susi was about to break the news of the shooting to Angel. He asked Alina what was going on, and Alina said, "Emilio is wounded."
Angel started hyperventilating. Trying to keep him calm, Alina assured him Emilio was OK, claiming Emilio had only been shot in the leg. She didn't tell him about the wedding.
Angel took her hand and said, "I love you. I want to marry you. I don't ask that you love me, only that you let me love you, take care of you, and protect you."
Alina asked how he could marry her when he knows what people say about her. Angel said, "I know you are a good woman. I see it in your eyes. I want to see you happy. Accept my protection. I know that I don't have long to live."
Alina replied, "Don't say that! You are going to live, and all the years you live I'll be profoundly grateful to you, but I can't be your wife." Angel said, "You don't love me," and Alina said, "I can't." As she left the room, he said to himself, "Goodbye, Flor."
Emilio's men told Maximo they wanted Alvaro to face justice for shooting Emilio. Maximo said, "Don't worry. I will take care of the justice."
Meanwhile Alvaro remembered hearing his mother telling his father (also named Alvaro), "Do you want to know why I look for other men? Because you've never been good enough for me. (Nunca me has servido.) You disgust me!"
Alvaro's father rode off on horseback and Alvaro (who looked about 15 in this flashback) followed on his own horse, calling, "Papa, wait for me!" His father dismounted, walked to the edge of a cliff, looked back at Alvaro Jr., then jumped off the cliff to his death.
Remembering this, Alvaro thought, "My poor father. And poor me."
Just then Maximo came in and told Alvaro that Emilio was in bad shape and his friends were asking for justice. "If my nephew doesn't die, I promise to help you, but for now you're not going to be allowed to leave."
The doctor told Father Cristobal that Emilio's life was in danger.
In the city: Marianita told her mother she wanted to meet her Uncle Alvaro. Mariana said, "He lives in an ugly place that you wouldn't like at all -- there are no stores, there's no TV, there's nothing!" She added that Uncle Alvaro was very irritable. The kid started to cry and said her father would never return.
Meanwhile, Jose tried to sneak out of the cabin where he was being held captive, but Felicia came in (with her boobs hanging out of her shirt) and said she'd come to keep him company. Jose said he wanted to be alone. She tried to kiss him and he snapped, "What part don't you understand of 'I want to be alone'?" then stomped away.
Hugo told Alfonsina that Alvaro didn't like romances between his employees. Alfonsina said Don Loco owned the land but he didn't own them. "How wonderful it would be if all this were ours and not the patron's." Hugo said, "I know, Alfonsina. I know."
Don Loco, still locked up at Maximo's house, remembered shooting Emilio and told himself it was all Soledad's fault because she betrayed him etc. etc.
Blanca caught Elias muttering Soledad's name in his sleep. She woke him up and he pretended not to remember what he had been dreaming. Blanca said she'd always been jealous of Soledad but she wasn't angry at Elias, she was just sad.
Elias insisted that he considered Soledad a friend, nothing more. "You are my wife, my life, and we are very happy." They kissed.
Orlando told Thelma that Emilio was dying but he had a plan to help her. Thelma visited the unconscious Emilio and told him, "Don't die. It's your fault this man raped me, but I swear, my child is going to carry your name."
Outside the house, Alina told Luba the shooting was her fault, "I killed Emilio! I shouldn't have accepted him." Orlando came outside and told Alina that Thelma wanted to talk to her alone.
Gaspar told Luba he wanted to talk to Thelma, too. With difficulty Luba stopped him from charging into the house to find Thelma.
Thelma told Alina they were both Emilio's victims, but Alina could help her. Alina asked how, and Thelma said, "I need to marry Emilio before he dies."
Words from this episode:
farsa = farce
hada = fairy
enojón = irritable
zopenco = dummy
And finally, at Sylvia's suggestion, here's a bonus for my fellow Gaspar fans: a webpage about the wrestling career of Rene Goméz (aka Intocable)... or should I say Spice Boy Randy?
El Intocable
Labels: duelo
Acorralada - #18 - 2/7/07 - Guys DO Make Passes at Girls Who Wear Glasses!
Larry is still in his pajama bottoms and wife-beater t-shirt. This is a repeat of yesterday's episode when Larry asks Gaby if she’s crying because she loves him. Gaby doesn’t respond; they just exchange "meaningful glances" as eloquently stated by NinaK.
Granny is trying to sell Diana on the idea of going for Diego. He's like the best thing in the 'hood. No one is better. Diana says she can't help it, she just isn't that in to him. ***OK, time out. I'm getting a little tired of everyone trying to cram Diego down Diana's throat. It's creepy that Lala, Granny, and Diego keep saying "you’ll learn to love him." I can only image the guy my mom and grandmother would have picked out for me. ***
Fedora/Gaviota (F/G) is asking Lorenzo about Paco. Lorenzo says Paco went to confront Pancho about being a jerk to Caramel. Paco walks into the bar and tells Lorenzo and F/G that he and Pancho got into a fight. He tells F/G that Pancho is a dirt bag. You think? Paco then asks where Caramel is. She's in Paco's office crying a sea of tears. Paco goes to his office. F/G says something about suffering when your kids suffer. Lorenzo points out F/G is suffering and she doesn't even know where her kids are.
Diana walks over and picks up the phone before it even starts ringing. Must be that "Love Connection." It's Max saying he can't stop thinking about her. She tells him not to call her. They have the usual conversation where they admit they love one another, with Diana adding the relationship is impossible. "You're married (in case you've forgotten) and your wife needs you." Max tells Diana that as soon as his wife is cured, he'll be a free man and "game on."
There are a bunch of people dancing at a club. Lots of women wearing skimpy outfits and some weird music. There is more hooting and hollering than music. It kind of looked like the "music" was added in the editing room. Rene is wearing dark sunglasses and no shirt in the bar, dancing with Peyote. Andres walks in and Rene excuses himself to go talk to "the brother of his supplier." That must be code for 'time to make a dope deal.' Peyote says she's going with him. Andres and Rene make some sort of deal and Rene scurries off to get money. Peyote starts flirting with Andres, who of course, is totally into it. He asks if Rene is Peyote's boyfriend***not that it would matter if he was. *** Peyote says Rene is just a friend. Peyote introduces herself to Andres. He asks if she's part of the famous Irazabal family. "Gee, what a coincidence. My boss is the doc who cares for Grandma DS." Peyote says something about her sister-in-law being an invalid and wishing her sister-in-law had a nurse as handsome as him. Andres wants to know if Peyote's sister-in-law is as pretty as Peyote.
UH OH!!!!!!! M/D is listening in on Max's and Diana's phone conversation on the extension. I believe Max just told Diana "You complete me." I had to run and take a barf break at this point.
Larry confronts Gaby and asks if she loves him. Gaby gets flustered (although that's not much of a stretch, since that's pretty much the norm when she's not crying). Larry is still in PJ bottoms and his wife-beater t. After an indeterminate amount of time, Gaby finally says "No, I don't love you. No. No. No. No. No... etc." She runs out of the room as the "no's" trail her down the hall. Larry looks confused. Perhaps I can explain it to him.
Bruno goes into Gaby's room looking for her. "Woah, what's that sticking out from under the mattress? Why, it is a photo of Larry!" "Ah, Caramba" says Bruno. She starts rooting around the room and finds all of Gaby's love letters to Larry. "Hmmm" says Bruno. "The servant loves Larry." You can see the hamster running overtime in Bruno's mind.
Pancho tells Paco he's there to ask for Caramel's hand in marriage! Impactada!
More of Max blathering on and on to Diana with M/D listening in. Octavia walks in and Max quickly hangs up the phone. O and Max fight about Max being in love with Diana. Max actually stands up to Mommie Dearest and defends his love for Diana. He accuses mom of trying to manipulate him. Max threatens to move out again. "Let's be honest here, I don't love Marfil."
Rene give Andres the money and all three go to dance. Peyote is the filling of the "manwich." She then takes off Andres' wife-beater t shirt and the "rumpus" begins.
Bruno is burning all of Gaby's letter to Larrywhen Gaby walks in. Gaby is hysterical telling Bruno she has no right! Bruno tells Gaby what on earth were you thinking? ***Probably the same thing that I think about Larry*** "How could Larry possibly be interested in anyone as insignificant as you?" Gaby keeps repeating that Bruno has no right to destroy her letters. Bruno is about to add Larry's photo to the conflagration when Gaby grabs it and saves it. Bruno points out "You're lucky I don't tell Octavia. You'd be SO fired!" Gaby cries. I think she's the designated crier in this show.
Granny walks into Diana's room where Diana is sitting on the bed crying and holding some sort of pink frou-frou thing. Is it a pink elephant? I can't tell. Diana confesses she is an awful person. She can't help it, but she's in love with a married man. Granny tells her she needs to be strong and resist. This conversation continues for awhile with Diana saying "he makes my legs tremble, hands sweat, and my heart race. I want to be Marfil." I'm with you, NinaK. Max is a drip.
Pancho repeats his request to marry Caramel. Needless-to-say Paco is not thrilled and Caramel, who has apparently already forgotten "Peyote-gate" is ecstatic! She buys all his flattery hook, line and sinker. Kind of fitting with the nautical theme of the office. Caramel tells him "YES!" She can now be the devoted wife, ironing his shirts, cooking his meals, and in general, being his servant. I want to hit her with a 2x4. Paco's arguments fall on deaf ears. So what if Pancho is a sleaze; "I know I can change him once we're married." ***Caramel doesn't actually say this, but I can only imagine*** Oh, I forgot to mention Pancho says he's allergic to marriage, but for Caramel, he'll do it. "I love you and please forgive me." Dad tells Caramel what she feels isn't love. It's desperation.
Bruno rats out Gaby to Larry, describing the letters in every sordid detail. "What pretension Gaby has to even think about him." Larry tells Bruno she had no right to burn the letters and reads Bruno the riot act. Bruno apologizes and leaves. Am I mistaken, or did Larry's eyes actually get watery thinking about all of Gaby's letters? Maybe it's just an allergic reaction to Bruno. That's got to be it.
M/D is walking, using a walker, with Diana. Diana is saying how well she's progressing with her rehab. M/D asks "why are you in such a rush for me to get well? For professional prestige or so Max can abandon me?" Peyote walks up and tells them she met this cool guy at the bar "and I told him all about you two." ***I believe Peyote wants to set him up with Diana. Can any of you readers help me out with this? *** "His name is Andres Davila." M/D collapses.
Andres and Doc Evil are discussing Diana. I'm not sure what specifically the conversation was about, but it seems Doc Evil wants Diana to pay for stabbing him (even though it was apparently Camila who did it.)
All are now in the garden of Psycho Mansion. Diana asks M/D why she collapsed when she heard Andres' name. M/D made some excuse about being tired. Peyote asks M/D if she knows Andres - no of course not. Peyote leaves and M/D asks Diana why she suddenly looks so serious. Diana says she knows Andres well and he's a "bad person." He's the chauffeur for a doctor at the hospital where she used to work. Diana starts to say more and stops herself saying it's hot and she's going to get a glass of water. After Diana leaves, M/D is furious that stupid Peyote wants to bring Andres to the house. If Andres comes, he'll tell Max that "I'm not really Marfil, that we (Andres and I) were married, and that we were professional thieves. That will ruin all my plans!"
Diana runs into Camila in the house. ***Now have either I or NinaK pointed out yet that people just seem to walk into this house all the time? I/we probably have.*** Camila is looking for M/D. Diana says "I'll tell her you're here." C-"That's OK, I'll tell her myself." Camila walks into the garden and kisses M/D on the cheek in greeting. M/D calls her a "Judas." They exchange some barbs and M/D threatens to take out Camila's eyes if she goes after Max again. Camila points out that "I'm not the one to worry about. Max loves that nurse. Are you blind?" M/D says no, and makes the comment that Diana has the "face of a dead fly." ***Or does she say she has the face of a "fly killer?" I don't know which it is, but it's comical. *** They ultimately decide to join forces and destroy Diana.
More plotting between Andres and Doc Evil. Dr. Evil wants to see all three women fighting over Max. Andres thought bubbles something about Camila being willing to pay Andres for dirt on Diana. "Hmmmm. I could earn more money!"
Camila is trying to get M/D to work with her in destroying Diana. M/D finally agrees. Max walks up and wants to know what's up. I thought you two hated each other. (Apparently the two of them were rivals for Max in the past.) "Nah, we're best friends now." Max doesn't get it. "You know us women, we're unpredictable!" says M/D.
Andres calls Camila. Camila tells him "I don't want to hear any messages from the dirt bag Doc." Andres-"Oh no, I'm not calling on his behalf. In fact what I have to say will be more interesting to you than me."
Larry is now dressed in a tight blue t-shirt. He comes to Gaby's room and tells her Bruno told him about the letters. Gaby is mortified (I know I'd be if I was Gaby!) "If you want to fire me, I'll leave. All I ask is that you don't tell anyone about the letters. I'm humiliated enough." Larry promises her she's not fired. "Why would I fire someone for loving me? Don't be ashamed. Love is nothing to be ashamed of. Why didn't you tell me you loved me? " G-"Our love is prohibited and besides, why would such a hunky specimen of a man like you have anything to do with someone as insignificant as me." Gaby seriously needs some therapy for her self-esteem issues! Larry replies, "No one-I mean no one- is insignificant!" ***You go, boy!***
Granny is sitting at her sewing machine talking to La Virgin. "What if Diana's and Gaby's birth mother is looking for them? If she finds them will it be good or bad? These girls are like my true granddaughters - it would hurt so much if I lost them."
Back to the good part. Larry is still with Gaby. L-"You said you loved me. I never thought I'd be in this position." He s-l-o-w-l-y takes off Gaby's glasses. L -"Woah...Gaby, you're pretty!" G-"Don't make fun of me. No, I'm not. I'm ugly!" L (incredulously)- "No...you really ARE pretty. I never noticed before, but now that I've been dumped and am vulnerable, I've finally noticed you and I'm feeling something inside...I don't know...different. You're sweet, you take care of me, attend to my needs..." Gaby starts crying at this point and tries to leave, but Larry stops her. L-"Maybe destiny has brought us together. Pilar dumping me, Bruno finding your letters and telling me, and now me seeing how beautiful you truly are!" ***Boy, does this guy have the lines down or what? He sold me, but that wouldn't be hard!***FINALLY he kisses her! Aaaahhhhh!!
Back to reality ***Sigh. Talk about buzz kill***Diana is in the kitchen looking out the window. Lala asks shy she's hanging out and not getting the glass of water. "Because Max is out there with Marfil. He makes me nervous!" Lala-"You have to forget him." D-"It's impossible for me to forget him. I can't get him out of my heart. It's something stronger than me. How can I do it?" L-"Perhaps you should look for qualities in someone else who loves you...marry my son Diego!"
Credits roll. Just in time for me to watch "The First 48." Nothing like true crime to bring you back to reality!
Labels: acorralada
Acorralada # 17 Tuesday 2/6 In which we finally find out what went on between Octavia and Fedora . . . and Max continues to be a drip
Back to the small house: Andre is talking to Auntie. She mentions that girl in the next room . Why don’t you go in and see if you know her . . . He would be surprised to see the twin of his long-lost wife.
Diana is visiting a neighbor, Lola. Lola asks about her new job—oh, now you can pay to get your mother out of prison. Huh? Diana is impactada.
Battle of the Chicas: On the beach, Caramelo yells at Paola to get her mitts off Pancho. Paola prances off. Pancho shoves Caramelo. Paola says: What a vulgar girl. She’s really classy, of course. Caramelo is shrieking so much she will become hoarse.
She pushes Pancho down in the sand, then rushes into the water and attacks Paola!. Pancho smiles lustfully at the catfight.
Octavia is talking about firing the nurse again. Max says no you can’t. Mom says yes I can—I’m in charge of the help. Max: If you fire her I will move out with my wife and get my own apartment … Oooh.
Diana comes home to fake granny and asks about whether her mother is in prison. Granny is impactada.
Andrea and Auntie continue discussing the mystery woman. Auntie asks if he is still looking for that wife you had that abandoned you. No I haven’t found her. Again, so close and yet so far.
M/D is asking Bruno why Max won’t sleep with her. She is mad at this big diss. She always speaks like a petulant four-year-old.
Diego and Pancho try to stop the cat fight. Caramelo says “suelteme” (Let me go) This is an expression that comes up a lot in this novela (and never in LFMB). She runs away. Pancho says all women are crazy.
Diana tries to get the story from granny. Is she a killer. No, she was an inventor. You should be proud of your mother and father. This makes no sense, I know. I am not really 100 percent sure what granny was saying here.
Max is talking to Larry. Larry is still splayed on bed like a Calvin Klein underwear model. Max is wearing the same sweater, but now it is dry. Larry wants to kill himself. Max reminds him that he has a film contract. He says he got over his love for Marfil in two years, and Larry will too.
O complains to sister about Max and Diana. Sis doesn’t believe it. O doesn’t want Max to move out. If he does, we can’t keep an eye on them. Max wants to divorce his wife and marry the nurse. That would be a blot on our name (kidnapping and murder don’t count? . . . oh, I’m getting ahead of myself.)
Max tells Larry he wants to hug and kiss Diana. What if Mom finds out. Geez, Max looks like he’s 40 years old, why doesn’t he move out? Max tells Larry that Diana rejected him because he’s married. Larry says Max is “acorralado” (trapped)
It’s not fair, says Max, that my wife would return to life. Boy that’s a funny way to put it. Our lives are an inferno.
Paco and Gaviota: I know you are incapable of a misdeed. She tells the whole story. Now we are about to get into a very important FLASHBACK.
Octavia and her husband Hector (or whatever) were her employees at the perfume factory. H was hubby’s right hand and O was the administrator. H had a passion for Fedora. O and H lived in the mansion as a gesture of friendship.
H is trying to rape Fedora. Fedora says stop telling me you love me. My husband is your best friend. You are our employee. You are like a brother.
Ha Ha. You are going down! Sooner or later I will have you! Again, this idea of these attempted rapes is rather disturbing to me, as I have never watched these novelas before. They really are all about power.
No, she says, today you are getting out. No. Suelteme. You will not get away. Husband is looking at the books. “No puede ser.” O and H have stolen all our money and transferred the house to their name. Gee. How did he find those books now, but failed to notice in the past . . .
H comes in. O says kill him: he has found us out. H throws a figurine at him and knockes him out. Fedora comes in—call 911.
O says tell security not to let them leave. O wipes fingerprints from statuette. Fedora goes upstairs and picks up the two little girls.
Cut away from flashback. They took my children, they accused me of murder. After the trial, they celebrated. Yolanda the sister says I abandoned them in Europe (I still don’t understand why Octavia doesn’t know who these girls are – or does she? Can someone clarify. Similarly, doesn’t she know that Fedora got out of prison?
Paco tells her to cry. Let out this hate you have inside.
New flashback. O and H are eating at a Spanish style table that looks like something from a Christopher Lee vampire movie. H toasts her acumen at stealing and killing. Organ music plays. Then he grabs his chest. What’s in this wine. It’s a special poison that produces a heart attack. He drops dead while Octavia calmly takes bite of her food or a sip of her wine. (Where are the kids in all this? Who knows?)
Fake granny is praying to a crucifix that Diana and Gaby don’t find out about their bad mommy.
Diana prays to granny’s sewing machine: Diego loves me but I can’t return his love.
Old man Lorenzo to Caramelo at the bar: You know you’re at the bar, because Caramelo is wearing her serving wench costume, which consists of a giant red sailor hat (oh, yes, she has clothes on too). The hat really clashes with her red hair but fits in with the nautical theme of dad’s bar.
Lorenzo consoles her—you’ll find someone else. Paco comes in and C starts crying and tells dad what Pancho did.
Diana is now visisting with Diego’s and Pancho’s mom. Mom tells Diana that Diego loves her and she should learn to love Diego. You will suffer if you love Max Irazabal.
At the mansion, Mom, Sis, Max and D/M are eating dinner. Mom wants to know why Larry and Paola aren’t there. Paola went to the beach, and Larry is shut up in his room. He just got dumped the day before, but O doesn’t care . . . You know I want everyone here, says control freak.
M: Calm down, Mother, you know Larry is in no condition to come to dinner.
D/M complains that Max won’t sleep with her—there’s appropriate dinner conversation with your mother in law. Mom says: you should dedicate yourself to your wife. Why not go to a trip. First go to Houston and get rehab in one of their fine hospitals. Then go on a second honeymoon. (Folks I’m still not sure if Octavia knows she’s a fake. I think not, but if anyone knows for sure . . . )
D/M claps her hand with glee.
Diego’s mom still trying to talk Diana into loving Diego. Now the two brothers come in. Pancho says “hi future sister in law.” Diego asks her to stay for dinner, but she pulls away. Ding dong. Who’s at the door? Paco, and is he enojado. He punches Paco. Why are you playing with my daughter. Diego pushes him away. Pancho denies everything—what a creep—and says that these women are crazy and making up stuff. (or something like that). Diego says—calm down, we can’t have a scandal in my mother’s house (why he does this even though he knows everything is true is beyond me.)
D/M still trying to get Max to go on a honeymoon. I would love to return to Italy. Uh-oh. Another boo boo: Max is impactado. When did you ever go to Italy. Wild eyed scramble by D/M to come up with a cover story.
Paco: how can you make promises to my daughter. Pancho. They’re imagining things. Etc. Finally Paco leaves: he tells Paco he will kill him if he comes around Caramelo again. Now Mom lays into Pancho and says he is shameful and useless and doesn’t have a job, etc. Why can’t he be like his brother.
Pancho yells at Mom. Diego tells him not to talk to mom that way. Diana tries to leave. Mom: how could you do that to a nice girl like Caramelo. You’re a vividor: A seemingly disparaging word for a person who likes the high life , but also a scrounger or sponger (or a schnorrer, as we would say in Yiddish). Either definition would work here.
Diego tries to convince Diana to marry him. I would respect you you would be the happiest woman in the world. Etc.
Camila is back in her apt. with her brother Emilio. Trying to find out what he knows about Max and Marfil (Emilio is Max’s friend). She wants him to get Max to divorce stupid Marfil and Marry Camila. Emilio says: Marfil is not your rival. He loves someone else. (Maybe Camila can stab someone else now!) Emilio says he wants to stay out of her problems with Max. I guess he doesn’t know his sister stabs people. (Camila is the one who stabbed Dr. Evil, but Dr. Evil thinks Diana did it because he didn’t see, and of course, he hates Diana. He hates Camila too, but for some reason, he doesn’t think of her as a potential assailant.)
Back to the dinner table. D/M comes up with a whopper: I went to Italy many years ago with a girlfriend, before I knew you. Strange you never told me .
Sister Yolanda looks like she suspects something is wrong but says nothing.
O says all this is besides the point. The important thing is to go on a trip. Max: There will be no trip. She can have rehab right here with Diana!
Diego talks to Diana some more.
Cut to Larry on bed: Still in same position and outfit! Gaby comes in to bring him dinner: Young Larry, you must eat. (She calls him Joven or Joven Larry, which seems to be like the Spanish version of Master Lawrence if you were watching Upstairs Downstairs.) You are entering a contest where you can win a prize. What do I care about a prize now. I’ve lost the woman I love. What does Kike have that I don’t have? I want to kill myself. Don’t do that—I would feel bad—I would want to kill myself. Says Gaby. Why, I don’t understand? Do you love me, Gaby? Meaningful glances are exchanged. Credits roll.
Impressions here: That backstory about Octavia and Fedora is really shocking, but I gather par for the course in these shows. Do people usually get away with murder, or will O get caught in the end?
Diana is visiting a neighbor, Lola. Lola asks about her new job—oh, now you can pay to get your mother out of prison. Huh? Diana is impactada.
Battle of the Chicas: On the beach, Caramelo yells at Paola to get her mitts off Pancho. Paola prances off. Pancho shoves Caramelo. Paola says: What a vulgar girl. She’s really classy, of course. Caramelo is shrieking so much she will become hoarse.
She pushes Pancho down in the sand, then rushes into the water and attacks Paola!. Pancho smiles lustfully at the catfight.
Octavia is talking about firing the nurse again. Max says no you can’t. Mom says yes I can—I’m in charge of the help. Max: If you fire her I will move out with my wife and get my own apartment … Oooh.
Diana comes home to fake granny and asks about whether her mother is in prison. Granny is impactada.
Andrea and Auntie continue discussing the mystery woman. Auntie asks if he is still looking for that wife you had that abandoned you. No I haven’t found her. Again, so close and yet so far.
M/D is asking Bruno why Max won’t sleep with her. She is mad at this big diss. She always speaks like a petulant four-year-old.
Diego and Pancho try to stop the cat fight. Caramelo says “suelteme” (Let me go) This is an expression that comes up a lot in this novela (and never in LFMB). She runs away. Pancho says all women are crazy.
Diana tries to get the story from granny. Is she a killer. No, she was an inventor. You should be proud of your mother and father. This makes no sense, I know. I am not really 100 percent sure what granny was saying here.
Max is talking to Larry. Larry is still splayed on bed like a Calvin Klein underwear model. Max is wearing the same sweater, but now it is dry. Larry wants to kill himself. Max reminds him that he has a film contract. He says he got over his love for Marfil in two years, and Larry will too.
O complains to sister about Max and Diana. Sis doesn’t believe it. O doesn’t want Max to move out. If he does, we can’t keep an eye on them. Max wants to divorce his wife and marry the nurse. That would be a blot on our name (kidnapping and murder don’t count? . . . oh, I’m getting ahead of myself.)
Max tells Larry he wants to hug and kiss Diana. What if Mom finds out. Geez, Max looks like he’s 40 years old, why doesn’t he move out? Max tells Larry that Diana rejected him because he’s married. Larry says Max is “acorralado” (trapped)
It’s not fair, says Max, that my wife would return to life. Boy that’s a funny way to put it. Our lives are an inferno.
Paco and Gaviota: I know you are incapable of a misdeed. She tells the whole story. Now we are about to get into a very important FLASHBACK.
Octavia and her husband Hector (or whatever) were her employees at the perfume factory. H was hubby’s right hand and O was the administrator. H had a passion for Fedora. O and H lived in the mansion as a gesture of friendship.
H is trying to rape Fedora. Fedora says stop telling me you love me. My husband is your best friend. You are our employee. You are like a brother.
Ha Ha. You are going down! Sooner or later I will have you! Again, this idea of these attempted rapes is rather disturbing to me, as I have never watched these novelas before. They really are all about power.
No, she says, today you are getting out. No. Suelteme. You will not get away. Husband is looking at the books. “No puede ser.” O and H have stolen all our money and transferred the house to their name. Gee. How did he find those books now, but failed to notice in the past . . .
H comes in. O says kill him: he has found us out. H throws a figurine at him and knockes him out. Fedora comes in—call 911.
O says tell security not to let them leave. O wipes fingerprints from statuette. Fedora goes upstairs and picks up the two little girls.
Cut away from flashback. They took my children, they accused me of murder. After the trial, they celebrated. Yolanda the sister says I abandoned them in Europe (I still don’t understand why Octavia doesn’t know who these girls are – or does she? Can someone clarify. Similarly, doesn’t she know that Fedora got out of prison?
Paco tells her to cry. Let out this hate you have inside.
New flashback. O and H are eating at a Spanish style table that looks like something from a Christopher Lee vampire movie. H toasts her acumen at stealing and killing. Organ music plays. Then he grabs his chest. What’s in this wine. It’s a special poison that produces a heart attack. He drops dead while Octavia calmly takes bite of her food or a sip of her wine. (Where are the kids in all this? Who knows?)
Fake granny is praying to a crucifix that Diana and Gaby don’t find out about their bad mommy.
Diana prays to granny’s sewing machine: Diego loves me but I can’t return his love.
Old man Lorenzo to Caramelo at the bar: You know you’re at the bar, because Caramelo is wearing her serving wench costume, which consists of a giant red sailor hat (oh, yes, she has clothes on too). The hat really clashes with her red hair but fits in with the nautical theme of dad’s bar.
Lorenzo consoles her—you’ll find someone else. Paco comes in and C starts crying and tells dad what Pancho did.
Diana is now visisting with Diego’s and Pancho’s mom. Mom tells Diana that Diego loves her and she should learn to love Diego. You will suffer if you love Max Irazabal.
At the mansion, Mom, Sis, Max and D/M are eating dinner. Mom wants to know why Larry and Paola aren’t there. Paola went to the beach, and Larry is shut up in his room. He just got dumped the day before, but O doesn’t care . . . You know I want everyone here, says control freak.
M: Calm down, Mother, you know Larry is in no condition to come to dinner.
D/M complains that Max won’t sleep with her—there’s appropriate dinner conversation with your mother in law. Mom says: you should dedicate yourself to your wife. Why not go to a trip. First go to Houston and get rehab in one of their fine hospitals. Then go on a second honeymoon. (Folks I’m still not sure if Octavia knows she’s a fake. I think not, but if anyone knows for sure . . . )
D/M claps her hand with glee.
Diego’s mom still trying to talk Diana into loving Diego. Now the two brothers come in. Pancho says “hi future sister in law.” Diego asks her to stay for dinner, but she pulls away. Ding dong. Who’s at the door? Paco, and is he enojado. He punches Paco. Why are you playing with my daughter. Diego pushes him away. Pancho denies everything—what a creep—and says that these women are crazy and making up stuff. (or something like that). Diego says—calm down, we can’t have a scandal in my mother’s house (why he does this even though he knows everything is true is beyond me.)
D/M still trying to get Max to go on a honeymoon. I would love to return to Italy. Uh-oh. Another boo boo: Max is impactado. When did you ever go to Italy. Wild eyed scramble by D/M to come up with a cover story.
Paco: how can you make promises to my daughter. Pancho. They’re imagining things. Etc. Finally Paco leaves: he tells Paco he will kill him if he comes around Caramelo again. Now Mom lays into Pancho and says he is shameful and useless and doesn’t have a job, etc. Why can’t he be like his brother.
Pancho yells at Mom. Diego tells him not to talk to mom that way. Diana tries to leave. Mom: how could you do that to a nice girl like Caramelo. You’re a vividor: A seemingly disparaging word for a person who likes the high life , but also a scrounger or sponger (or a schnorrer, as we would say in Yiddish). Either definition would work here.
Diego tries to convince Diana to marry him. I would respect you you would be the happiest woman in the world. Etc.
Camila is back in her apt. with her brother Emilio. Trying to find out what he knows about Max and Marfil (Emilio is Max’s friend). She wants him to get Max to divorce stupid Marfil and Marry Camila. Emilio says: Marfil is not your rival. He loves someone else. (Maybe Camila can stab someone else now!) Emilio says he wants to stay out of her problems with Max. I guess he doesn’t know his sister stabs people. (Camila is the one who stabbed Dr. Evil, but Dr. Evil thinks Diana did it because he didn’t see, and of course, he hates Diana. He hates Camila too, but for some reason, he doesn’t think of her as a potential assailant.)
Back to the dinner table. D/M comes up with a whopper: I went to Italy many years ago with a girlfriend, before I knew you. Strange you never told me .
Sister Yolanda looks like she suspects something is wrong but says nothing.
O says all this is besides the point. The important thing is to go on a trip. Max: There will be no trip. She can have rehab right here with Diana!
Diego talks to Diana some more.
Cut to Larry on bed: Still in same position and outfit! Gaby comes in to bring him dinner: Young Larry, you must eat. (She calls him Joven or Joven Larry, which seems to be like the Spanish version of Master Lawrence if you were watching Upstairs Downstairs.) You are entering a contest where you can win a prize. What do I care about a prize now. I’ve lost the woman I love. What does Kike have that I don’t have? I want to kill myself. Don’t do that—I would feel bad—I would want to kill myself. Says Gaby. Why, I don’t understand? Do you love me, Gaby? Meaningful glances are exchanged. Credits roll.
Impressions here: That backstory about Octavia and Fedora is really shocking, but I gather par for the course in these shows. Do people usually get away with murder, or will O get caught in the end?
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Duelo de Pasiones - Wed Feb 7 - Gaspar picks his nose.
Gaspar asks Ifigenio for a horse. Ifigenio tells Gaspar he is going to town to pick up the fiancé of the Patron. Why doesn’t Gaspar go with him to San Mateo and help him?
Orlando tells Flor that he came to the cave to warn her of Emiliooo´s intentions.
Gaspar questions Ifigenio on who he is going to look for. Ifigenio tells him it’s a secret, a secret that one of the amigos of the patrón wants to give him. Gaspar tells Ifigenio that the patrón will marry Flor. Ifigenio calls him crazy. Gaspar says he’s not loco, he tells the truth. Ifigenio decides not to argue the point and asks if Gaspar is coming with him. Gaspar tells Ifigenio he will tell him about his muñequita on the ride into town.
Flor tells Orlando very sternly that she is not getting married with closed eyes. He doesn't need to warn her of anything. Plus she is going to tell Emilio what Orlando has said. She loves Emilio with or without money. Orlando tries yelling at Flor to drive his point across. He tells her to open her eyes. Emilio is cheating her, he doesn't love her! He reaches out to touch her when Donkey/Tonqui/Doggie barks at Orlando. Orlando retracts his hand and tells her to hold her dog. He doesn't want to hurt her, on the contrary. She tells him its best he leave; she doesn't need anyone to save her. Right. I thought that is what she has been dreaming about for the last 2 years. Luba walks into the cave asking what's going on. Orlando tells them he will leave but Flor is going to commit a grave error by marrying Emilio.
Luba gets right to the point with Flor calling her a pet name, ojos bonitos, and slamming a knife into a table. She laments how she has to bite it until everyone thinks like her. Flor tells her to drop it. She needs to get ready because they will be coming for her soon.
Thelma and the singing aunt discuss Don Loco over breakfast in the hotel. The aunt fancies him, but Thelma discourages the crush telling her aunt to be quiet. Don Loco walks up with news that he hasn’t found transportation for them to the ranch. The aunt worries that after the rainstorm they won’t be able to get there. Don Loco tells her the road isn’t good but they will get there. He tells Thelma that he has realized that her fiancé, Emilio, doesn't know she is coming. The aunt jumps in telling him that they will give Emilio the surprise of his life. Don Loco laughs or I should say snickers. After he leaves Thelma gets mad at the aunt for telling Don Loco that. The aunt explains that she can’t wait to see Emilio’s face when he sees her. She laughs some more.
Emilio, dressed in army dress whites, admires himself in the mirror of Angel’s room. Emilio explains that he has visitors and suggest that Angel stay in his room so the noise doesn't bother him. Poor naive Angel only wants Flor to visit him. Emilio says she probably won’t visit, but you still need to rest. Angel tells Emilio that he has been thinking that Flor needs a man to protect her. Emilio exhales and cuts him off. He tells Angel to stop talking stupidities; he needs to stay in his room and rest. He warns Angel not to try and go to the house. They will talk tomorrow.
On a very dry road obviously not affected by the afore mentioned rainstorm, Gaspar and Ifigenio blast through the countryside on the stagecoach. Ifigenio doesn't want to hear anymore about Gaspars muñequita. Gaspar insists that he had her in his arms, he kissed her and made her his. Ifigenio good naturedly tells him he believes him.
In a room in La Rinconada Vera talks to herself saying she has no idea why would Flor want to marry the patrón. She thinks that he must know that Flor is Alina, and if he doesn't what is he doing? She looks at Flors wedding dress, holding it up to herself humming the wedding march.
In the cave Flor tells Donkey/Tonqui/Doggie to say goodbye because they aren’t going to return to the cave.
Luba prays to the picture of the Virgin Mary. She cries saying she hurts for her ojos bonitos - Flor. She prays for the Virgin to calm her heart. Flor comes into the room asking if Luba is ready. Luba tells Flor she doesn't want to be the godmother for that wedding. Flor tells her who else could fill the spot of godmother for her? Luba has a bad feeling, and when she feels something, for sure something will happen. Flor begs her to stop. Luba tries to suck it up saying hopefully things will go like you want. She does a last minute hand wringing to the Virgin asking the Virgin to watch over Flor.
Max is getting dressed for the wedding. He has a handsome worker, whose name escapes me, in his room. He wants the cute guy to help him. The man tells Max what ever you want patrón. The patrón wants Rosita. He stares down the scope of a hand gun telling the cute worker to get rid of Santos for him.
Meanwhile in the kitchen of Rositas casita, Santos and Rosita make out. He loves her. She loves him. They talk about Flors wedding, and what will happen when Flor reveals herself. Santos is going to talk to Rositas father to ask if she can marry him. Her father wants her to be happy and he knows that she can only be happy with Santos.
Gaspar and Ifigenio arrive in San Mateo. Ifigenio goes to let Thelma know they are there to pick her up. Gaspar waits downstairs looking at the paint on the columns inside the hotel.
The army buddies have all arrived at La Rinconada. Orlando quips that it looks like its going to be a love wedding. All Emilio has to do is give Flor the papers he was going to give to Thelma. Emilio tells him well… it could be. After the wedding they are going to town to have a civil wedding. The men all chime in on how beautiful they think Flor is. Orlando still on the last subject, says that is to say you will make her your wife with all the rights of the law? Emilio asks if Orlando is bothered. It’s obvious that he is. He sits rocking in his chair with a face of stone. The men ignore Orlando and decide to celebrate with a drink.
Vera hugs Flor when she arrives at La Rinconada. Vera wants to know if Emilio knows who she is. Flor laughs like a school girl that he will soon, everyone will know. Luba shakes her head.
Orlando asks if Emilio has told Angel that he is marrying Flor. Emilio says he will afterward and he warns the men to not say anything either. Orlando snorts and is obviously disgusted. He tells Emilio that Emilio will sink a dagger into his brothers’ chest. Orlando pushes one of the men out of the way as he leaves the room. Emilio tells Frank he will walk Flor to the altar. Frank is honored and the men drink cheers to that. Frank tells Emilio that he shouldn’t slight Orlando the honor since Orlando is Emilio’s best friend. Emilio says he would but since Orlando is upset, Frank will do it. The men drink a cheers to this also. Gosh I hope Emilio doesn't get trashed.
The singing aunt and Thelma pack yet again. Soledad and Adela talk over whether Flor is really getting married or not. Their conversation goes like this, Soledads hope and dreams, resentment, hopes, feelings and dreams.
The singing aunt sings at the top of her lungs. Thelma tells her to be quiet. Ifigenio knocks at the door. The aunt lets Ifigenio and Gaspar in to get the bags. Gaspar enters to the smiling praises from the singing aunt of how strong Gaspar he is. Thelma, though, has turned and missed seeing Gaspars face. Then men leave with the bags.
Flor, Vera and the unhappy Luba talk over things. Flor tells how she plans to reveal who she is at the alter. Luba stands next to the wall not joining in on the silly school girl happiness. Flor goes to get ready and Vera makes the mistake of trying to talk to Luba. Vera encourages Luba to get ready a little, to take a bath. Luba snarls that she is poor but she isn’t dirty. Vera better be careful. Luba can make it so Vera’s husband won’t function. Vera escapes to get perfume. Luba switches to a nice voice as she talks to the Virgin to protect Flor, she feels that something bad is going to happen.
Don Loco comes to Thelma’s room to let them know that a servant from La Rinconada is there for them. He hasn’t been able to contact anyone from his ranch. Thelma tells him he can catch a ride with them. The aunt wonders if it was wise of her to invite him.
Gaspar and Ifigenio load all the bags the women brought onto the stagecoach. Ifigenio thinks Thelma is hot and elegant. Gaspar sings that she isn’t as pretty as his muñequita. Ifigenio calls Gaspar loco again, and Gaspar takes offense. How many times is this guy going to call Gaspar crasy?! Ifigenio tries to retract what he said by telling Gaspar that a sonar no cuesta nada, to dream costs nothing.
Max tells Emilio that he has a great looking uncle. Max wonders if Emilio has told Angel that he is going to marry Flor. Emilio informs his uncle that he is going to tell Angel after the wedding. He will then explain what his motives were for marrying.
Orlando tries to get Coral up to speed on what is about to happen. Emilio is only marrying Flor to get rid of Thelma. He tells Coral that Emilio doesn't care for anyone, he is just using Flor and when he is done he will throw her in the trash. Coral wants to know why he cares. Orlando explains that he is pissed off that Emilio always takes what is his. His only hope is that Thelma will arrive before the wedding. Unfortunately, I think Orlando is a little right about all this.
Max chuckles that Emilio will be shocked when he finds out he is marrying Alina Montellano. He exhales his cigar smoke as he laughs.
Rosita models her wedding outfit for her father. He warns her that if she goes to the wedding Don Maximo might bother her. She doesn't care. She can’t wait till Flor tells everyone who she is.
Gaspar waits outside the hotel wondering what he should do about Thelma. He hopes when they arrive that Flor has already married el patrón. Thelma and the aunt hurry out of the hotel to leave. No sooner has Thelma opened the door to leave does she spy Gaspar. Her face freezes. Commercial break. Thelma shoves the aunt back inside the hotel. The aunt asks if Thelma has seen a ghost? Thelma has seen that gorilla. What gorilla? The imbecile, mentally slow one, what other one is there!
Susi tells Angel that it looks like there is going to be a party. Angel answers that his brother has invited some people over. That’s why they are there, so the noise doesn't bother him. Susi looks at the pencil drawing Angel is working on. It’s a picture of Flor. He tells her that when he sees Flor he is going to asks her to marry him.
Vera tells Flor that she looks like a princess. Vera asks Luba what she thinks. Luba snorts. They continue with another school girl conversation about the excitement of what is to happen. Justice! Luba snorts again and glares at them from her corner.
The Father Cristobal has arrived at La Rinconada. He wants a few more flowers in the chapel. Emilio tells him he will order more. Emilio apologizes for the fact that his wedding will be a little ordinary. The Father asks ordinary how? Emilio explains that he hasn’t had time to get Flor a wedding dress. The Father asks if Emilio is sure he loves la muchacha. Emilio answers yes and excuses himself to order flowers.
Thelma is freaking out that the imbecile is outside. The aunt tells her to stay inside, she will go figure something out. Orlando tells the cute worker guy to tell him when the coach arrives.
Santos and Rosita kiss in La Rinconada's kitchen. Max busts them kissing. He yells at them asking what they are doing?! Rosita tells him she is there because Flor invited her. She runs off for Flors room. Max yells at Santos to go to work. Santos makes the mistake of only saying Sí. Max yells at Santos to say Sí Patrón! Santos slides out of the kitchen hanging his head low.
Soledad and Adela have another chat about how Alina should be getting married right about now. They hope all will go alright. Blah Blah Blah.
Rosita tells Flor that she is beautiful. She tells Flor how beautiful the chapel looks, the flowers, and that the Father has arrived. The girls giggle. Vera gives Flor some tea to calm the nerves. She offers it to Luba. Luba snorts Hmm! as she rolls her eyes.
The aunt tells Thelma to hurry; she has gotten rid of the gorilla. She sent him to get a drink. They rush out of the hotel. As Thelma is stepping up into the cab of the coach, Gaspar who is walking back from buying his drink, spies Thelma. He starts to scream Muñequita? Mi Muñequita! Thelma sees him and tells Ifigenio that they aren’t to wait for anyone, they have to go fast! Ifigenio doesn't bat an eye lash arguing that they should wait for his friend Gaspar. Instead he jumps up and drives the coach out of town leaving Gaspar behind. Gaspar screams don’t leave Ifigenio! ¡Don’t take my muñequita! ¡Ifigenio! ¡Muñequita!
Don Alvaro questions Thelma on why she looks so pale. She tells him she doesn't feel good. She tells Don Loco to tell the men to drive the coach faster.
In Mexico City Marianita has learned the alphabet. She asks her aunt if her father lives as far away as her uncle. The aunt tells her no; her uncle isn’t as far away as her father. Marianita is happy to learn this; she wants to meet her uncle.
Jose, who is in Central America somewhere, is upset about all the ugly work he is having to do. He tells his friend that he will try to escape again as soon as he can.
Flor wants to know what is delaying things. Rosita tells her to calm down. The Father wanted more flowers and they are arranging the chapel. Vera tells her that the guests are there. Flor is surprised to hear that there are guests. Vera tells her that it is mainly friends of Emilio’s and Don Max. She also found out that Sr. Frank will be the Godfather. Flor is surprised to hear this; she thought the Godfather would be Orlando. Vera explains that Orlando has a moldy face. Orlando isn't happy that Flor is getting married. Luba’s ears perk up hearing this.
One of the army guys tells Orlando to get rid of his wake face. Orlando tells him that he doesn't like the mockery that Emilio wants to do to that muchacha, girl. The army guy doesn't understand what mockery, Emilio likes la muchacha. The guy thinks that Emilio is making a joke out of them instead. Orlando doesn't think that is funny either, he’s in a bad mood.
Gaspar wanders through the forest talking to himself about Ifigenio taking his muñequita to La Rinconada. He saved Angel, the patrón promised to pay him. He is going to ask el patrón to give him his muñequita. He runs off.
Soledad and Adela talk about how Soledad would like to be at La Rinconada to see the wedding. Adela tells her she can’t, Sergio is ferocious, and he suspects them of drugging the chocolate. Soledad claims this is worse than hell, worse than a jail cell. She wishes that Emilio will take Alina far away.
On the very dry road to the ranch, Don Max, Thelma and the singing aunt rock in the back of the coach. They decide that since Thelma is so anxious to get there, they will go to La Rinconada first. The singing aunt holds back vomit as they rock along. Don Loco tells them he will go to his ranch from La Rinconada. He talks about how people want a real road but he doesn't think they need one. He likes it the way it is.
The chapel is full of guests. Father Cristobal is ready to begin. Emilio sends Frank to get Flor. Emilio smiles while Orlando stands gritting his teeth.
Frank is let into the room where Flor has been waiting. He can’t believe his eyes, Flor looks beautiful. Vera speaks up, its true sir, she is a princess. He tells her he didn’t expect to see her like this; she is going to surprise everyone. Luba snaps at Vera and Frank to hold on for a second, she sends them aside. Luba grabs Flors hands as she asks the Virgin to give Flor strength, light and to watch over her. She then tells Flor that she looks beautiful and she is beautiful. She tells her all this with tears in her eyes. She lets them go as she stays behind praying that the Virgin help Flor.
Flor enters the chapel and for the first time since she put on her wedding dress we see her. She looks incredible, like the old Alina. The song Enamorada is playing, I think it is one of Pablos recordings. Flor and Emilio smile at each other as she walks up to the alter. Orlando slips out the back door as Vera enters the last row to watch. The Father opens saying we are here to unite this young couple in matrimony.
Soledad talks to herself praying to the Virgin that she make her daughter happy. She wants the Virgin to make Emilio love and protect Alina, to make Emilio make Flor very happy.
Gaspar, sweaty and tired, leans against a tree. He falls to the ground. He sits there gasping for air, wiping his face with a rag. He tarts to pick his nose, he crams his big finger in a nostril, and he digs for a while. He wipes his head again and then he looks up. He sees something. His eyes widen in horror.
Orlando is informed that Ifigenio has arrived. Orlando runs to meet the coach. Thelma, the aunt and Don Loco have just exited the coach when Orlando runs up to them. He starts yelling at Thelma to stop the wedding. Emilio is getting married in the chapel! Thelma screams Emilio is marrying who?! You don’t know her. She’s a girl from here, named Flor de Campo. Don Loco flips his crazy switch. What are you saying! Get me a horse quick! He jumps on the horse and is seen tearing through a field to the chapel. His black leather jacket flies in the wind.
The Father says there hasn’t been an obstacle for this celebration of marriage. We have arrived at the moment where everyone here will know the truth. Emilio Valtierra should know that he is contracting marriage with la senorita…….. Don Loco enters the chapel at that presise moment, preventing the Father from completing his sentence. Don Loco yells Suspend that wedding! Immediately suspend that wedding! Emilio and Flor turn around from the alter, looks of shock on their faces. Luba, who I didn’t know was present, jumps up from her seat, a look of horror on her face, and she runs away. Where she runs to we won’t know until tomorrow.
Prometido – promised, engaged, fiancé
Desairar – to slight, snub, offend
Puñal – dagger
Velorio – wake, part of funeral before the burial
Orlando tells Flor that he came to the cave to warn her of Emiliooo´s intentions.
Gaspar questions Ifigenio on who he is going to look for. Ifigenio tells him it’s a secret, a secret that one of the amigos of the patrón wants to give him. Gaspar tells Ifigenio that the patrón will marry Flor. Ifigenio calls him crazy. Gaspar says he’s not loco, he tells the truth. Ifigenio decides not to argue the point and asks if Gaspar is coming with him. Gaspar tells Ifigenio he will tell him about his muñequita on the ride into town.
Flor tells Orlando very sternly that she is not getting married with closed eyes. He doesn't need to warn her of anything. Plus she is going to tell Emilio what Orlando has said. She loves Emilio with or without money. Orlando tries yelling at Flor to drive his point across. He tells her to open her eyes. Emilio is cheating her, he doesn't love her! He reaches out to touch her when Donkey/Tonqui/Doggie barks at Orlando. Orlando retracts his hand and tells her to hold her dog. He doesn't want to hurt her, on the contrary. She tells him its best he leave; she doesn't need anyone to save her. Right. I thought that is what she has been dreaming about for the last 2 years. Luba walks into the cave asking what's going on. Orlando tells them he will leave but Flor is going to commit a grave error by marrying Emilio.
Luba gets right to the point with Flor calling her a pet name, ojos bonitos, and slamming a knife into a table. She laments how she has to bite it until everyone thinks like her. Flor tells her to drop it. She needs to get ready because they will be coming for her soon.
Thelma and the singing aunt discuss Don Loco over breakfast in the hotel. The aunt fancies him, but Thelma discourages the crush telling her aunt to be quiet. Don Loco walks up with news that he hasn’t found transportation for them to the ranch. The aunt worries that after the rainstorm they won’t be able to get there. Don Loco tells her the road isn’t good but they will get there. He tells Thelma that he has realized that her fiancé, Emilio, doesn't know she is coming. The aunt jumps in telling him that they will give Emilio the surprise of his life. Don Loco laughs or I should say snickers. After he leaves Thelma gets mad at the aunt for telling Don Loco that. The aunt explains that she can’t wait to see Emilio’s face when he sees her. She laughs some more.
Emilio, dressed in army dress whites, admires himself in the mirror of Angel’s room. Emilio explains that he has visitors and suggest that Angel stay in his room so the noise doesn't bother him. Poor naive Angel only wants Flor to visit him. Emilio says she probably won’t visit, but you still need to rest. Angel tells Emilio that he has been thinking that Flor needs a man to protect her. Emilio exhales and cuts him off. He tells Angel to stop talking stupidities; he needs to stay in his room and rest. He warns Angel not to try and go to the house. They will talk tomorrow.
On a very dry road obviously not affected by the afore mentioned rainstorm, Gaspar and Ifigenio blast through the countryside on the stagecoach. Ifigenio doesn't want to hear anymore about Gaspars muñequita. Gaspar insists that he had her in his arms, he kissed her and made her his. Ifigenio good naturedly tells him he believes him.
In a room in La Rinconada Vera talks to herself saying she has no idea why would Flor want to marry the patrón. She thinks that he must know that Flor is Alina, and if he doesn't what is he doing? She looks at Flors wedding dress, holding it up to herself humming the wedding march.
In the cave Flor tells Donkey/Tonqui/Doggie to say goodbye because they aren’t going to return to the cave.
Luba prays to the picture of the Virgin Mary. She cries saying she hurts for her ojos bonitos - Flor. She prays for the Virgin to calm her heart. Flor comes into the room asking if Luba is ready. Luba tells Flor she doesn't want to be the godmother for that wedding. Flor tells her who else could fill the spot of godmother for her? Luba has a bad feeling, and when she feels something, for sure something will happen. Flor begs her to stop. Luba tries to suck it up saying hopefully things will go like you want. She does a last minute hand wringing to the Virgin asking the Virgin to watch over Flor.
Max is getting dressed for the wedding. He has a handsome worker, whose name escapes me, in his room. He wants the cute guy to help him. The man tells Max what ever you want patrón. The patrón wants Rosita. He stares down the scope of a hand gun telling the cute worker to get rid of Santos for him.
Meanwhile in the kitchen of Rositas casita, Santos and Rosita make out. He loves her. She loves him. They talk about Flors wedding, and what will happen when Flor reveals herself. Santos is going to talk to Rositas father to ask if she can marry him. Her father wants her to be happy and he knows that she can only be happy with Santos.
Gaspar and Ifigenio arrive in San Mateo. Ifigenio goes to let Thelma know they are there to pick her up. Gaspar waits downstairs looking at the paint on the columns inside the hotel.
The army buddies have all arrived at La Rinconada. Orlando quips that it looks like its going to be a love wedding. All Emilio has to do is give Flor the papers he was going to give to Thelma. Emilio tells him well… it could be. After the wedding they are going to town to have a civil wedding. The men all chime in on how beautiful they think Flor is. Orlando still on the last subject, says that is to say you will make her your wife with all the rights of the law? Emilio asks if Orlando is bothered. It’s obvious that he is. He sits rocking in his chair with a face of stone. The men ignore Orlando and decide to celebrate with a drink.
Vera hugs Flor when she arrives at La Rinconada. Vera wants to know if Emilio knows who she is. Flor laughs like a school girl that he will soon, everyone will know. Luba shakes her head.
Orlando asks if Emilio has told Angel that he is marrying Flor. Emilio says he will afterward and he warns the men to not say anything either. Orlando snorts and is obviously disgusted. He tells Emilio that Emilio will sink a dagger into his brothers’ chest. Orlando pushes one of the men out of the way as he leaves the room. Emilio tells Frank he will walk Flor to the altar. Frank is honored and the men drink cheers to that. Frank tells Emilio that he shouldn’t slight Orlando the honor since Orlando is Emilio’s best friend. Emilio says he would but since Orlando is upset, Frank will do it. The men drink a cheers to this also. Gosh I hope Emilio doesn't get trashed.
The singing aunt and Thelma pack yet again. Soledad and Adela talk over whether Flor is really getting married or not. Their conversation goes like this, Soledads hope and dreams, resentment, hopes, feelings and dreams.
The singing aunt sings at the top of her lungs. Thelma tells her to be quiet. Ifigenio knocks at the door. The aunt lets Ifigenio and Gaspar in to get the bags. Gaspar enters to the smiling praises from the singing aunt of how strong Gaspar he is. Thelma, though, has turned and missed seeing Gaspars face. Then men leave with the bags.
Flor, Vera and the unhappy Luba talk over things. Flor tells how she plans to reveal who she is at the alter. Luba stands next to the wall not joining in on the silly school girl happiness. Flor goes to get ready and Vera makes the mistake of trying to talk to Luba. Vera encourages Luba to get ready a little, to take a bath. Luba snarls that she is poor but she isn’t dirty. Vera better be careful. Luba can make it so Vera’s husband won’t function. Vera escapes to get perfume. Luba switches to a nice voice as she talks to the Virgin to protect Flor, she feels that something bad is going to happen.
Don Loco comes to Thelma’s room to let them know that a servant from La Rinconada is there for them. He hasn’t been able to contact anyone from his ranch. Thelma tells him he can catch a ride with them. The aunt wonders if it was wise of her to invite him.
Gaspar and Ifigenio load all the bags the women brought onto the stagecoach. Ifigenio thinks Thelma is hot and elegant. Gaspar sings that she isn’t as pretty as his muñequita. Ifigenio calls Gaspar loco again, and Gaspar takes offense. How many times is this guy going to call Gaspar crasy?! Ifigenio tries to retract what he said by telling Gaspar that a sonar no cuesta nada, to dream costs nothing.
Max tells Emilio that he has a great looking uncle. Max wonders if Emilio has told Angel that he is going to marry Flor. Emilio informs his uncle that he is going to tell Angel after the wedding. He will then explain what his motives were for marrying.
Orlando tries to get Coral up to speed on what is about to happen. Emilio is only marrying Flor to get rid of Thelma. He tells Coral that Emilio doesn't care for anyone, he is just using Flor and when he is done he will throw her in the trash. Coral wants to know why he cares. Orlando explains that he is pissed off that Emilio always takes what is his. His only hope is that Thelma will arrive before the wedding. Unfortunately, I think Orlando is a little right about all this.
Max chuckles that Emilio will be shocked when he finds out he is marrying Alina Montellano. He exhales his cigar smoke as he laughs.
Rosita models her wedding outfit for her father. He warns her that if she goes to the wedding Don Maximo might bother her. She doesn't care. She can’t wait till Flor tells everyone who she is.
Gaspar waits outside the hotel wondering what he should do about Thelma. He hopes when they arrive that Flor has already married el patrón. Thelma and the aunt hurry out of the hotel to leave. No sooner has Thelma opened the door to leave does she spy Gaspar. Her face freezes. Commercial break. Thelma shoves the aunt back inside the hotel. The aunt asks if Thelma has seen a ghost? Thelma has seen that gorilla. What gorilla? The imbecile, mentally slow one, what other one is there!
Susi tells Angel that it looks like there is going to be a party. Angel answers that his brother has invited some people over. That’s why they are there, so the noise doesn't bother him. Susi looks at the pencil drawing Angel is working on. It’s a picture of Flor. He tells her that when he sees Flor he is going to asks her to marry him.
Vera tells Flor that she looks like a princess. Vera asks Luba what she thinks. Luba snorts. They continue with another school girl conversation about the excitement of what is to happen. Justice! Luba snorts again and glares at them from her corner.
The Father Cristobal has arrived at La Rinconada. He wants a few more flowers in the chapel. Emilio tells him he will order more. Emilio apologizes for the fact that his wedding will be a little ordinary. The Father asks ordinary how? Emilio explains that he hasn’t had time to get Flor a wedding dress. The Father asks if Emilio is sure he loves la muchacha. Emilio answers yes and excuses himself to order flowers.
Thelma is freaking out that the imbecile is outside. The aunt tells her to stay inside, she will go figure something out. Orlando tells the cute worker guy to tell him when the coach arrives.
Santos and Rosita kiss in La Rinconada's kitchen. Max busts them kissing. He yells at them asking what they are doing?! Rosita tells him she is there because Flor invited her. She runs off for Flors room. Max yells at Santos to go to work. Santos makes the mistake of only saying Sí. Max yells at Santos to say Sí Patrón! Santos slides out of the kitchen hanging his head low.
Soledad and Adela have another chat about how Alina should be getting married right about now. They hope all will go alright. Blah Blah Blah.
Rosita tells Flor that she is beautiful. She tells Flor how beautiful the chapel looks, the flowers, and that the Father has arrived. The girls giggle. Vera gives Flor some tea to calm the nerves. She offers it to Luba. Luba snorts Hmm! as she rolls her eyes.
The aunt tells Thelma to hurry; she has gotten rid of the gorilla. She sent him to get a drink. They rush out of the hotel. As Thelma is stepping up into the cab of the coach, Gaspar who is walking back from buying his drink, spies Thelma. He starts to scream Muñequita? Mi Muñequita! Thelma sees him and tells Ifigenio that they aren’t to wait for anyone, they have to go fast! Ifigenio doesn't bat an eye lash arguing that they should wait for his friend Gaspar. Instead he jumps up and drives the coach out of town leaving Gaspar behind. Gaspar screams don’t leave Ifigenio! ¡Don’t take my muñequita! ¡Ifigenio! ¡Muñequita!
Don Alvaro questions Thelma on why she looks so pale. She tells him she doesn't feel good. She tells Don Loco to tell the men to drive the coach faster.
In Mexico City Marianita has learned the alphabet. She asks her aunt if her father lives as far away as her uncle. The aunt tells her no; her uncle isn’t as far away as her father. Marianita is happy to learn this; she wants to meet her uncle.
Jose, who is in Central America somewhere, is upset about all the ugly work he is having to do. He tells his friend that he will try to escape again as soon as he can.
Flor wants to know what is delaying things. Rosita tells her to calm down. The Father wanted more flowers and they are arranging the chapel. Vera tells her that the guests are there. Flor is surprised to hear that there are guests. Vera tells her that it is mainly friends of Emilio’s and Don Max. She also found out that Sr. Frank will be the Godfather. Flor is surprised to hear this; she thought the Godfather would be Orlando. Vera explains that Orlando has a moldy face. Orlando isn't happy that Flor is getting married. Luba’s ears perk up hearing this.
One of the army guys tells Orlando to get rid of his wake face. Orlando tells him that he doesn't like the mockery that Emilio wants to do to that muchacha, girl. The army guy doesn't understand what mockery, Emilio likes la muchacha. The guy thinks that Emilio is making a joke out of them instead. Orlando doesn't think that is funny either, he’s in a bad mood.
Gaspar wanders through the forest talking to himself about Ifigenio taking his muñequita to La Rinconada. He saved Angel, the patrón promised to pay him. He is going to ask el patrón to give him his muñequita. He runs off.
Soledad and Adela talk about how Soledad would like to be at La Rinconada to see the wedding. Adela tells her she can’t, Sergio is ferocious, and he suspects them of drugging the chocolate. Soledad claims this is worse than hell, worse than a jail cell. She wishes that Emilio will take Alina far away.
On the very dry road to the ranch, Don Max, Thelma and the singing aunt rock in the back of the coach. They decide that since Thelma is so anxious to get there, they will go to La Rinconada first. The singing aunt holds back vomit as they rock along. Don Loco tells them he will go to his ranch from La Rinconada. He talks about how people want a real road but he doesn't think they need one. He likes it the way it is.
The chapel is full of guests. Father Cristobal is ready to begin. Emilio sends Frank to get Flor. Emilio smiles while Orlando stands gritting his teeth.
Frank is let into the room where Flor has been waiting. He can’t believe his eyes, Flor looks beautiful. Vera speaks up, its true sir, she is a princess. He tells her he didn’t expect to see her like this; she is going to surprise everyone. Luba snaps at Vera and Frank to hold on for a second, she sends them aside. Luba grabs Flors hands as she asks the Virgin to give Flor strength, light and to watch over her. She then tells Flor that she looks beautiful and she is beautiful. She tells her all this with tears in her eyes. She lets them go as she stays behind praying that the Virgin help Flor.
Flor enters the chapel and for the first time since she put on her wedding dress we see her. She looks incredible, like the old Alina. The song Enamorada is playing, I think it is one of Pablos recordings. Flor and Emilio smile at each other as she walks up to the alter. Orlando slips out the back door as Vera enters the last row to watch. The Father opens saying we are here to unite this young couple in matrimony.
Soledad talks to herself praying to the Virgin that she make her daughter happy. She wants the Virgin to make Emilio love and protect Alina, to make Emilio make Flor very happy.
Gaspar, sweaty and tired, leans against a tree. He falls to the ground. He sits there gasping for air, wiping his face with a rag. He tarts to pick his nose, he crams his big finger in a nostril, and he digs for a while. He wipes his head again and then he looks up. He sees something. His eyes widen in horror.
Orlando is informed that Ifigenio has arrived. Orlando runs to meet the coach. Thelma, the aunt and Don Loco have just exited the coach when Orlando runs up to them. He starts yelling at Thelma to stop the wedding. Emilio is getting married in the chapel! Thelma screams Emilio is marrying who?! You don’t know her. She’s a girl from here, named Flor de Campo. Don Loco flips his crazy switch. What are you saying! Get me a horse quick! He jumps on the horse and is seen tearing through a field to the chapel. His black leather jacket flies in the wind.
The Father says there hasn’t been an obstacle for this celebration of marriage. We have arrived at the moment where everyone here will know the truth. Emilio Valtierra should know that he is contracting marriage with la senorita…….. Don Loco enters the chapel at that presise moment, preventing the Father from completing his sentence. Don Loco yells Suspend that wedding! Immediately suspend that wedding! Emilio and Flor turn around from the alter, looks of shock on their faces. Luba, who I didn’t know was present, jumps up from her seat, a look of horror on her face, and she runs away. Where she runs to we won’t know until tomorrow.
Prometido – promised, engaged, fiancé
Desairar – to slight, snub, offend
Puñal – dagger
Velorio – wake, part of funeral before the burial
Labels: duelo
La Fea Más Bella #205 2/7/07 2166666.66 and Fer, you are stuck with Aldo to the rescue now, and Luigi, you with Lety!
Lety decides they will proceed without Luigi. Tomas shows up and bumps into Oxi well, her chiches, and begs her pardon. She tells him she’ll never pardon him for what he did to her. Lety asks him to sit next to her. I love how at the giant table, everyone is crammed in on one side.
Lui tells Aldo to begin he needs to find out from his friend what kind of budget he had in mind because he wants to start developing it and now he’s like “with my hands tied.” Aldo tells him what you have to understand is that we are moving to another dimension now, I spoke with Lety and…Lui snubs him for being her friend. Aldo smirks.
Lety decides to begin, Mar picks up the phone and Lui tells Irma to pick it up thinking it’s Rulli and he wants her to tell him he’s busy (fawning over Aldo), but it’s not, it’s Mar who yells at him to get to the meeting Lui tells her not to yell “Miss Bitter Sourpuss” and he’s glad he’s not her husband, and this is why she’s going to stay an old maid! Aldo tells him he’d like to tell him something before he goes, but Lui says he’ll be back soon.
He asks Irma for his dark glasses, in case he pulls a face, Valerian root if they upset him and a magazine to entertain himself, and tells Aldo these meetings are intolerable. Aldo calls Irma “guapa” “beautiful” he’s such a flirt, and she is impactada. Not sure that was professional.
Didn’t know Celso was a bluesman, but he plays harmonica out front, and looks much sexier in his sleeveless duds than most security guys I see around. Dona Juli shows up out of nowhere casually strolling in with Moty. She says she can’t stand being alone in her house so she came to Conceptos, saying her whole family is there. Wonder how Moty feels about this trip? If Erasmo has the car, did they have to take the Micro?
Lopez decides to start being professional and offers everyone drinks or peanuts. They all decline except for Tomas until Lety quiets him. So Lui gets to the meeting and tells Miss Sourpuss that he arrived. He wonders what Lety and Tommy are doing there noting his tuft like Woody Woodpecker. Marcia yells at him to sit. He asks if they are going to raffle off the presidency. He suggests that they make him Miss President because it seems there are no prerequisites and Marcia agrees you have to have no special qualities as she beams death Lety’s way. Fer laughs falsely and suggests that we stop the jokes and continue. He grabs Lety’s arm affectionately and tells her to continue.
Lety tells the rest of them that the judge agreed to an extension in which to pay the debts, but it’s only for 3 months. Everyone is impactada, especially Marcia. Lety continues that it’s 2166666.66 dolares per month. (Actually, they have to pay 2166666.67 for two of them :) )
PM tells Juli she chose a bad day as everyone is in a meeting and she doesn’t think Lety can see her. Of course Simon goes on his rant about how things are heating up around there. PM tells Juli she can wait and they are concerned about the outcome of the meeting and whether they will have jobs.
Marci doesn’t understand why they accepted that condition. Lui- Do you think you’re going to rob a bank or how do you think you’ll pay for the number again but wrong last digit. It looks like we are in the hands of an enemy. Lety - We told the judge our backs are up against a wall, but he wasn’t listening to anything. Fer says if we don’t accept it the business will be liquidated immediately. Mar asks Lety if she has a suggestion as Presidenta, and Lui says that this woman isn’t Copperfield or a genius he asks how do you think we are going to resolve this gigantic problem?
Fer understands it’s difficult, but not impossible and he and Omar were trying to look at ways to do it, but they didn’t come up with anything. He grabs on the arm very tenderly for Lety to continue again, and this time Mar notices it.
Lety has a proposal to make. Luigi tells everyone to prepare to listen to some kind of horror. She has a project that is dedicated to the international market. Omar says, so you mean it’s not something that is aimed to be consumed here? Everyone is surprised at how brilliant Omar was to figure that out, wink wink. She says it will have to be broadcast here in our country too, but principally directed at making foreigners come here. Fer says so you think this is going to get us the money we need? Lety says she has to run the numbers but to start she thinks they can get the money. Lui sarcastically says - Hurrah Hurrah, Double Hurrah!
She continues explaining there are about 8-10 interested advertisers and she figures we can make about that number of commercials a month. Lui - This woman is cuckoo, she’s going to make us crazy. -You think we can make 10 commercials in a month? We aren’t breadcrumbs or little shellfish?
Fer tells everyone to listen to her plan and grabs her a third time after yelling at Luigi again. Omar wants to know what the product will be. Lety says Mexican cuisine. We are selling our traditional cuisine to the foreigners, so that foreigners come to Mexico for the cuisine. At that Lui gasps. That project is mine! He drops some Valerian. The way he goes through that stuff he should just have a flask of it like the Abogados. :)
PM tells Juli why they might lose their jobs because of their breakfast escapade with the Guapote. She says he’s also a friend of Luigi. Julieta says you wanted to go to breakfast with him and that’s why you were late? Pm says yes, they almost fired us, but as it turns out, that man is also friends with Lety! Simon argues about whether he is that good looking.
Pm assures her, “Yes Julieta he’s verrrry attractive!” Just then Aldo walks up behind her.
Lui - Not even the valerian is helping my mimisqui now. What anger! Mar wants him to explain but he says no. Lety wants Lui to explain why he thinks the project is his, Fer says leave his anger for later, they have to concentrate on this and he grabs Lety a fourth time.
Aldo greets Juli and tells her he’s heard of grand cooking, and they should discuss recipes. Juli tells him Lety told her he too is a great chef.
Caray, right about now, I’m sick of these meetings.
Lety explains the project with the Resturant Association’s interest in promoting Mexican cuisine. Mar thinks it sounds logical. Tomas offers how much publicity money the industry spends a year. Lety talks about advertisers on the telethon and Mar isn’t convinced they can handle such a large project. She thinks it’s too risky. Besides this is coming from a woman who may know a lot about finance but nothing about production.
Luigi agrees and appears to nix the project. Mar thinks their aspirations are too high and Fer thinks they should listen to the plan. Lui says Fer doesn’t count anymore. Lety says yes he does. Fer questions him since he said it was his project originally. Lui wants to handle it with elegance though, and doesn’t think Lety has any clue about that, that she is naïve and looks at everything ignorantly thinking what you don’t know won’t hurt.
Fer tells her not to worry about Lui’s smart comments and her reaches to grab her arm again, but misses and rubs Tom’s. Tom affectionately pats him back. Fer is oblivious, until…..
Lety says this idea of cuisine isn’t completely mine, that my friend is the knowledgeable one. M-So can we learn who is your friend? Lety says sure, Aldo. Fer is impactado. NOOOOOO!!!!
He doesn’t think he’d like to work with him, if you were asking him. He doesn’t want Aldo on the project. Lui - Your boyfriend, Mar, isn’t even capable of give a good and logical explanation. Luigi remarks that he is close-minded and is mad that Fer doesn’t want Aldo involved. Marci wants to know what he has against him. F- Nothing concrete, just that he doesn’t strike him well.
Lety tells him that’s not a good argument. He does good work. Aldo will give us a great opportunity to pay the debt at least for this month, no? M- You don’t want to support the cuisine tourism? Fer studders then finally admits he has no better proposal so we have to study this.
Juli is talking to Aldo, telling him how wonderful Lety has been since she came back, that she even painted a beach scene on her wall and she’s more sure of herself, and content etc. PM agrees but is still trying to flirt with Aldo. The phone rings and PM tells Simon they need him upstairs for something. Jealous Simon doesn’t want to go.
Aldo was thinking of taking a walk, and he invites Julieta to go with. She agrees.
Back at the Junta, Lety says each commercial brings in about 200,000, so Omar works his little brain to come up with the idea that if they can produce 8 or 9 commercials we can almost get to 2mil. $. She thinks they make up the rest with radio spots or other venues. Lety says we still can’t count on anything but I think we have the talent to pull this off.
Luigi wants to know where the storyboards are for each of these commercials and essentially whines about being able to accomplish the task and thinks she’s dreaming. He complains that she wants him to dedicate himself to the naconess. Lety thinks he’s talented enough to handle it.
Lety - We can count on the support of Fabiola and Gregorio and other directors under your supervision. Omar says they have the two studios they haven’t paid for yet and now they can make use of both. Again everyone is just charmed with his brilliance. Mar says before anything else we have to make sure there are enough advertisers interested in participating. Lety says Aldo is worrying about that with his friend Gui. Mar snottily says she thinks of everything. Fer like a proud papa agrees, then shys back when Mar gives him the death look again and he pretends to write the names of the assistants.
Aldo is talking to Guillermo and received good news that the project is going to be marvelous. He tells Juli that Lety is very talented and wonderful like her Mother and that she is lucky to have her. Aldo says how much Juli reminds him of his mama, that she was so sweet etc.. She passed away. Juli touches Aldo lovingly and tells him they need to go back to Conceptos. Aldo agrees because he wants to go see Lety.
Sara is arguing with Simon to get him to deliver boxes. He seems to think even though he is the messenger he is above this task. Sara chides him that maybe he’s not man enough to handle it. He says not to make fun of his physical attributes. He calls her Senorita giant giraffe etc. She tells him not to pretend to be high society. He says there are few like him. He makes comments about them being traitors with PM etc. He ends up taking the boxes.
Lety continues: We have to run a campaign that is attractive but also sensible. Lui still is complaining that she wants everything at once, speed, quality, and economy. She thinks we can process this. Lui - Quality requires time etc. Let -He has infinite talent… She says he can have his wonderful career later, but in this moment his job has to give up the luxury of all that and be…… Lui is insulted that his artistic freedom is getting compromised. Lui- Why do we have to keep listening to this woman. Fer thinks he’s exaggerating. They go back and forth. Talent has it’s own rhythm etc. He doesn’t think she has the right to interfere with the production. Lui- That doesn’t give you the right to meddle in my area that is production.
Lety asks Mar’s opinion. Mar thinks that Lety is getting into an area that she doesn’t know anything about. Mar thinks that Lety might be marching them down the wrong path and they’ll end up worse off than they are. Fer thinks we have no other option but to listen to Lety.
Lety continues that something else is important to her, that they shouldn’t use the fancy sophisticated models as they always do, that they should use real people that look 100% Mexican. This is the final straw and Luigi is on the precipice of a whopper of a mimisqui! He asks her if she is truly expecting that they hire nacas and chichimecas! She says yes whichever of them you want together with the products to make this food, but we really have no option except to hire all Mexican women. She wants normal people to advertise these traditional products. Lui has a panic attack, and begins to cry like a toddler who dropped his lollipop on the sidewalk.
Outside the cuartel hears the screams and speculates about what might be happening. They argue about whether Lui is an enemy of the cuartel and if he was fired.
He calls for Irma that he can’t breathe and his Valerian is gone. Lui resigns. He says her proposition is against his very being. He has to maintain his prestige etc. and stylize his models etc. Lety says she knows and is no expert in those things, but it’s not logical to have Europeans and Yanks selling traditional Mexican food products. Tomas says well they could hire people who are 60% or 70%. Lety tells him not to be racist.
She makes a PR pitch for all things Mexico. Lui jokes about her wanting to reinforce the image of a traditional ranch guy in a sombrero drinking his tequila near his horse and maguey plant. Lui thinks well maybe he could get his friend Salma Hayek to do them a favor, but she’s going to be very expensive. Lety smiles and says no, she thinks Salma is very involved in another project right now. Wink Wink [sly reference to the US version of Ugly Betty, by the way]. He thinks the idea will fail, she thinks it will be a success. Lui says look who’s talking, the most beautiful ugly girl….da dum dum dum…
The cuartel discuss the boxes and that no one knows what’s in them except that Don Omar asked them to come out of his office and into the cellar. They make fun of Simon and his computer classes etc.
Lui -My concept of beauty enters through the eyes. Lety tells him he needs to change that concept. You can’t criticize everything that doesn’t fit into your little box of esthetic beauty. She says there are many beautiful things native to their land, muscles of workers from the country etc. There is a lot of beauty there. Lui - Now you are going to tell me that when you look in the mirror you see a beauty? Fer defends Lety against Luigi’s comments. Mar makes a look and Fern says, well she’s the president. Lety thanks but no thanks to the defense but I don’t need because I’m right. Tomas watches on. I swear there is a magnetic field hanging over him emitting static and attracting his hair, that or he rubbed it with a balloon before he left his house this morning.
Lety says when she watches TV she doesn’t identify with any of those beautiful models and Mar actually agrees.
We should do these commercials with sincerity and honesty. A company like this will have a much greater impact than one who is fake. Fer agrees completely with Lety and grabs her arm yet again.
Lui indignantly agrees he can create anywhere. He can do 20 houses within 100 meters then. This pleases Lety and Fer marvels at her parenting skills with Lui.
Lui runs out screaming, Aldo is there and asks him if he’s ok. Irma brings Lui a Tila tea (calming), and Aldo a tea of Flor de Azar with Jamaica (cleansing). Lui starts to say how bad everything is and Aldo says nothing can be that bad. Lui continues that everyone is against him and that he’s getting a triple mimisqui. He excuses himself and goes back in.
Bravo EE UU, but man, not liking this late Fea.... :)
Lui tells Aldo to begin he needs to find out from his friend what kind of budget he had in mind because he wants to start developing it and now he’s like “with my hands tied.” Aldo tells him what you have to understand is that we are moving to another dimension now, I spoke with Lety and…Lui snubs him for being her friend. Aldo smirks.
Lety decides to begin, Mar picks up the phone and Lui tells Irma to pick it up thinking it’s Rulli and he wants her to tell him he’s busy (fawning over Aldo), but it’s not, it’s Mar who yells at him to get to the meeting Lui tells her not to yell “Miss Bitter Sourpuss” and he’s glad he’s not her husband, and this is why she’s going to stay an old maid! Aldo tells him he’d like to tell him something before he goes, but Lui says he’ll be back soon.
He asks Irma for his dark glasses, in case he pulls a face, Valerian root if they upset him and a magazine to entertain himself, and tells Aldo these meetings are intolerable. Aldo calls Irma “guapa” “beautiful” he’s such a flirt, and she is impactada. Not sure that was professional.
Didn’t know Celso was a bluesman, but he plays harmonica out front, and looks much sexier in his sleeveless duds than most security guys I see around. Dona Juli shows up out of nowhere casually strolling in with Moty. She says she can’t stand being alone in her house so she came to Conceptos, saying her whole family is there. Wonder how Moty feels about this trip? If Erasmo has the car, did they have to take the Micro?
Lopez decides to start being professional and offers everyone drinks or peanuts. They all decline except for Tomas until Lety quiets him. So Lui gets to the meeting and tells Miss Sourpuss that he arrived. He wonders what Lety and Tommy are doing there noting his tuft like Woody Woodpecker. Marcia yells at him to sit. He asks if they are going to raffle off the presidency. He suggests that they make him Miss President because it seems there are no prerequisites and Marcia agrees you have to have no special qualities as she beams death Lety’s way. Fer laughs falsely and suggests that we stop the jokes and continue. He grabs Lety’s arm affectionately and tells her to continue.
Lety tells the rest of them that the judge agreed to an extension in which to pay the debts, but it’s only for 3 months. Everyone is impactada, especially Marcia. Lety continues that it’s 2166666.66 dolares per month. (Actually, they have to pay 2166666.67 for two of them :) )
PM tells Juli she chose a bad day as everyone is in a meeting and she doesn’t think Lety can see her. Of course Simon goes on his rant about how things are heating up around there. PM tells Juli she can wait and they are concerned about the outcome of the meeting and whether they will have jobs.
Marci doesn’t understand why they accepted that condition. Lui- Do you think you’re going to rob a bank or how do you think you’ll pay for the number again but wrong last digit. It looks like we are in the hands of an enemy. Lety - We told the judge our backs are up against a wall, but he wasn’t listening to anything. Fer says if we don’t accept it the business will be liquidated immediately. Mar asks Lety if she has a suggestion as Presidenta, and Lui says that this woman isn’t Copperfield or a genius he asks how do you think we are going to resolve this gigantic problem?
Fer understands it’s difficult, but not impossible and he and Omar were trying to look at ways to do it, but they didn’t come up with anything. He grabs on the arm very tenderly for Lety to continue again, and this time Mar notices it.
Lety has a proposal to make. Luigi tells everyone to prepare to listen to some kind of horror. She has a project that is dedicated to the international market. Omar says, so you mean it’s not something that is aimed to be consumed here? Everyone is surprised at how brilliant Omar was to figure that out, wink wink. She says it will have to be broadcast here in our country too, but principally directed at making foreigners come here. Fer says so you think this is going to get us the money we need? Lety says she has to run the numbers but to start she thinks they can get the money. Lui sarcastically says - Hurrah Hurrah, Double Hurrah!
She continues explaining there are about 8-10 interested advertisers and she figures we can make about that number of commercials a month. Lui - This woman is cuckoo, she’s going to make us crazy. -You think we can make 10 commercials in a month? We aren’t breadcrumbs or little shellfish?
Fer tells everyone to listen to her plan and grabs her a third time after yelling at Luigi again. Omar wants to know what the product will be. Lety says Mexican cuisine. We are selling our traditional cuisine to the foreigners, so that foreigners come to Mexico for the cuisine. At that Lui gasps. That project is mine! He drops some Valerian. The way he goes through that stuff he should just have a flask of it like the Abogados. :)
PM tells Juli why they might lose their jobs because of their breakfast escapade with the Guapote. She says he’s also a friend of Luigi. Julieta says you wanted to go to breakfast with him and that’s why you were late? Pm says yes, they almost fired us, but as it turns out, that man is also friends with Lety! Simon argues about whether he is that good looking.
Pm assures her, “Yes Julieta he’s verrrry attractive!” Just then Aldo walks up behind her.
Lui - Not even the valerian is helping my mimisqui now. What anger! Mar wants him to explain but he says no. Lety wants Lui to explain why he thinks the project is his, Fer says leave his anger for later, they have to concentrate on this and he grabs Lety a fourth time.
Aldo greets Juli and tells her he’s heard of grand cooking, and they should discuss recipes. Juli tells him Lety told her he too is a great chef.
Caray, right about now, I’m sick of these meetings.
Lety explains the project with the Resturant Association’s interest in promoting Mexican cuisine. Mar thinks it sounds logical. Tomas offers how much publicity money the industry spends a year. Lety talks about advertisers on the telethon and Mar isn’t convinced they can handle such a large project. She thinks it’s too risky. Besides this is coming from a woman who may know a lot about finance but nothing about production.
Luigi agrees and appears to nix the project. Mar thinks their aspirations are too high and Fer thinks they should listen to the plan. Lui says Fer doesn’t count anymore. Lety says yes he does. Fer questions him since he said it was his project originally. Lui wants to handle it with elegance though, and doesn’t think Lety has any clue about that, that she is naïve and looks at everything ignorantly thinking what you don’t know won’t hurt.
Fer tells her not to worry about Lui’s smart comments and her reaches to grab her arm again, but misses and rubs Tom’s. Tom affectionately pats him back. Fer is oblivious, until…..
Lety says this idea of cuisine isn’t completely mine, that my friend is the knowledgeable one. M-So can we learn who is your friend? Lety says sure, Aldo. Fer is impactado. NOOOOOO!!!!
He doesn’t think he’d like to work with him, if you were asking him. He doesn’t want Aldo on the project. Lui - Your boyfriend, Mar, isn’t even capable of give a good and logical explanation. Luigi remarks that he is close-minded and is mad that Fer doesn’t want Aldo involved. Marci wants to know what he has against him. F- Nothing concrete, just that he doesn’t strike him well.
Lety tells him that’s not a good argument. He does good work. Aldo will give us a great opportunity to pay the debt at least for this month, no? M- You don’t want to support the cuisine tourism? Fer studders then finally admits he has no better proposal so we have to study this.
Juli is talking to Aldo, telling him how wonderful Lety has been since she came back, that she even painted a beach scene on her wall and she’s more sure of herself, and content etc. PM agrees but is still trying to flirt with Aldo. The phone rings and PM tells Simon they need him upstairs for something. Jealous Simon doesn’t want to go.
Aldo was thinking of taking a walk, and he invites Julieta to go with. She agrees.
Back at the Junta, Lety says each commercial brings in about 200,000, so Omar works his little brain to come up with the idea that if they can produce 8 or 9 commercials we can almost get to 2mil. $. She thinks they make up the rest with radio spots or other venues. Lety says we still can’t count on anything but I think we have the talent to pull this off.
Luigi wants to know where the storyboards are for each of these commercials and essentially whines about being able to accomplish the task and thinks she’s dreaming. He complains that she wants him to dedicate himself to the naconess. Lety thinks he’s talented enough to handle it.
Lety - We can count on the support of Fabiola and Gregorio and other directors under your supervision. Omar says they have the two studios they haven’t paid for yet and now they can make use of both. Again everyone is just charmed with his brilliance. Mar says before anything else we have to make sure there are enough advertisers interested in participating. Lety says Aldo is worrying about that with his friend Gui. Mar snottily says she thinks of everything. Fer like a proud papa agrees, then shys back when Mar gives him the death look again and he pretends to write the names of the assistants.
Aldo is talking to Guillermo and received good news that the project is going to be marvelous. He tells Juli that Lety is very talented and wonderful like her Mother and that she is lucky to have her. Aldo says how much Juli reminds him of his mama, that she was so sweet etc.. She passed away. Juli touches Aldo lovingly and tells him they need to go back to Conceptos. Aldo agrees because he wants to go see Lety.
Sara is arguing with Simon to get him to deliver boxes. He seems to think even though he is the messenger he is above this task. Sara chides him that maybe he’s not man enough to handle it. He says not to make fun of his physical attributes. He calls her Senorita giant giraffe etc. She tells him not to pretend to be high society. He says there are few like him. He makes comments about them being traitors with PM etc. He ends up taking the boxes.
Lety continues: We have to run a campaign that is attractive but also sensible. Lui still is complaining that she wants everything at once, speed, quality, and economy. She thinks we can process this. Lui - Quality requires time etc. Let -He has infinite talent… She says he can have his wonderful career later, but in this moment his job has to give up the luxury of all that and be…… Lui is insulted that his artistic freedom is getting compromised. Lui- Why do we have to keep listening to this woman. Fer thinks he’s exaggerating. They go back and forth. Talent has it’s own rhythm etc. He doesn’t think she has the right to interfere with the production. Lui- That doesn’t give you the right to meddle in my area that is production.
Lety asks Mar’s opinion. Mar thinks that Lety is getting into an area that she doesn’t know anything about. Mar thinks that Lety might be marching them down the wrong path and they’ll end up worse off than they are. Fer thinks we have no other option but to listen to Lety.
Lety continues that something else is important to her, that they shouldn’t use the fancy sophisticated models as they always do, that they should use real people that look 100% Mexican. This is the final straw and Luigi is on the precipice of a whopper of a mimisqui! He asks her if she is truly expecting that they hire nacas and chichimecas! She says yes whichever of them you want together with the products to make this food, but we really have no option except to hire all Mexican women. She wants normal people to advertise these traditional products. Lui has a panic attack, and begins to cry like a toddler who dropped his lollipop on the sidewalk.
Outside the cuartel hears the screams and speculates about what might be happening. They argue about whether Lui is an enemy of the cuartel and if he was fired.
He calls for Irma that he can’t breathe and his Valerian is gone. Lui resigns. He says her proposition is against his very being. He has to maintain his prestige etc. and stylize his models etc. Lety says she knows and is no expert in those things, but it’s not logical to have Europeans and Yanks selling traditional Mexican food products. Tomas says well they could hire people who are 60% or 70%. Lety tells him not to be racist.
She makes a PR pitch for all things Mexico. Lui jokes about her wanting to reinforce the image of a traditional ranch guy in a sombrero drinking his tequila near his horse and maguey plant. Lui thinks well maybe he could get his friend Salma Hayek to do them a favor, but she’s going to be very expensive. Lety smiles and says no, she thinks Salma is very involved in another project right now. Wink Wink [sly reference to the US version of Ugly Betty, by the way]. He thinks the idea will fail, she thinks it will be a success. Lui says look who’s talking, the most beautiful ugly girl….da dum dum dum…
The cuartel discuss the boxes and that no one knows what’s in them except that Don Omar asked them to come out of his office and into the cellar. They make fun of Simon and his computer classes etc.
Lui -My concept of beauty enters through the eyes. Lety tells him he needs to change that concept. You can’t criticize everything that doesn’t fit into your little box of esthetic beauty. She says there are many beautiful things native to their land, muscles of workers from the country etc. There is a lot of beauty there. Lui - Now you are going to tell me that when you look in the mirror you see a beauty? Fer defends Lety against Luigi’s comments. Mar makes a look and Fern says, well she’s the president. Lety thanks but no thanks to the defense but I don’t need because I’m right. Tomas watches on. I swear there is a magnetic field hanging over him emitting static and attracting his hair, that or he rubbed it with a balloon before he left his house this morning.
Lety says when she watches TV she doesn’t identify with any of those beautiful models and Mar actually agrees.
We should do these commercials with sincerity and honesty. A company like this will have a much greater impact than one who is fake. Fer agrees completely with Lety and grabs her arm yet again.
Lui indignantly agrees he can create anywhere. He can do 20 houses within 100 meters then. This pleases Lety and Fer marvels at her parenting skills with Lui.
Lui runs out screaming, Aldo is there and asks him if he’s ok. Irma brings Lui a Tila tea (calming), and Aldo a tea of Flor de Azar with Jamaica (cleansing). Lui starts to say how bad everything is and Aldo says nothing can be that bad. Lui continues that everyone is against him and that he’s getting a triple mimisqui. He excuses himself and goes back in.
Bravo EE UU, but man, not liking this late Fea.... :)
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Wednesday, February 07, 2007
Gossip on the set of LFMB
For those who are interested, I have translated an article from Mira! magazine on backstage doings at LFMB and I have posted it on my own blog. http://ninasbloggg.blogspot.com Read at your own risk, but it is fascinating . . . I promise there are no spoilers regarding the story line.
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Acorralada #16 Monday 2/5. In which an awful lot happens!
Hi, this is my first recap. I’ve seen some earlier episodes that we haven’t done a full recap for, but I'm putting in some back story with comments where appropriate. This show is incredibly action- packed, I must say! Since we are used to watching LFMB, which has so much filler, this is a change. This may be too detailed, but I am figuring out how to do this.
Opening on the bar.
Gaviota is reading the gossip about the wedding and laughing. This is a major story in the paper—the headline actually reads something like “Heir to Irazabal fortune is left standing at the altar.” I suppose the NY Post would have a headline like that, for those who know the Post.
This old guy who works in the bar (I don’t know his name—anyone?) asks what she is laughing at. She tells him—they’ll have to pay like I did.
Where is Paco, she asks
In his office. He’s not always doing accounts, you know, he uses it as a refuge, where he thinks of her . . .
Who, Carmelo’s mother?
No, someone he loved from before with all his heart . . .
Why did they separate?
Something happened.
What was her name?
Alicia?
Is it obvious that Gaviota must be Alicia? If so how could they not recognize each other? Or does she know but he doesn’t? This is my first melodramatic novela, so I guess these are conventions, but I am not used to them.
Back at the house of horrors:
Diana is bringing breakfast for D/M, and it is intercepted by Bruno. Bruno looks over her shoulder at Diana with an evil glare.
Octavia is drinking tea in her gold-encrusted living room. She has a photo of her children and an ugly reproduction of a Rembrandt painting. How classy!
(This setting reminds me of the old days of watching Dallas. That was the only show I’ve ever seen where the servants dressed in real maid’s uniforms.)
She sees Diana and says “What did I tell you the first day? I told you I didn’t want you wearing any makeup. Who are you to disobey me?” Then she goes over with a napkin and wipes off Diana’s lipstick and tells her to fix her hair so it is in a dowdy braided style. “That’s how I like you.”
There’s a whole undercurrent of humiliation here. In an earlier episode, Octavia told Diana not to look her in the eye! This is a really feudal approach to employer/employee relations. It’s like master/slave relations.
On to the gym
Pancho/Franciso is working his triceps and talking to Carmelo. She is upset because he won’t marry her, and her father has said she cannot leave the house unless she is married. He says “Don’t worry, I really love you, I want to marry you but I need more money.” (That’s an old one.) Maybe we’ll do it in six months.
She says: But the police might get us first. I am not sure yet what this refers to, but he is doing something illegal? She says” You can’t convince me with your kisses.
He says: No one tells me what to do, especially a woman. He storms away like the abusive clod he is.
Back to the mansion
Octavio is still holding the lipstick smeared napkin. I hope this is the last time I will have to tell you about this. You are protected by my son.
Diana denies it, and Octavia says “Don’t answer back.”
Just then our friend Bruno comes in and puts in her two cents (how come she can talk like an equal? Another unexplained phenomenon)
Bruno pipes up: This nurse is disobedient and an “igualada.” (It means “equal,” but also the dictionary defines this as an idiom for someone disrespectful. It is interesting, because it sounds like it means “uppity,” or someone who acts like she’s equal to us when she shouldn’t.) She never stays quiet.
Octavia says: Evidently your parents never taught you anything. But I never had parents says Diana. What happened? They died. Octavia exits.
Bruno gives an evil cackle. Now she looks like the Joker. “I love it that you got a scolding. Boo Hoo.
Upstairs, Gaby brings breakfast to Larry, who is splayed on the bed in his pajama bottoms and wife-beater undershirt. She says he must eat or he will be too skinny and not get any work. He says he doesn’t care. He wants to find Pilar. Gaby tells him to forget. I want to die, he says, and flings himself on the bed face down and fake sobs. Puh-leeze.
Gaby reaches out to touch him and pulls away.
Max walks in on Diana, who is crying. I didn’t know you were here. Don’t cry. I don’t like to see you like this. You are so pretty. He tries to kiss her.
On the beach
Paola talks to her friends about Pilar. And how her brother was humiliated. Suddenly, here comes Diego, her piano teacher. The other girls start flirting with him. She says that he really likes Diana.
Back to the kiss: No, she says. He says, okay go in the garden and take care of my wife, Marfil. What a guy! (I’m going to put my two cents in here and say that this Max is just not all that attractive, even if he did win some himbo contest in real life. His character is also a drip who always just looks bewildered. He never says much of anything. I don’t see how there’s supposed to be chemistry here between these two as the main love interest. His lovemaking technique seems to consist of standing unnervingly close to the naïve girl and forcing her to kiss him. Moreover, there’s still that odd class difference, in that he uses “tu” with her but she uses “usted” with him. Yuck.)
Diana asks D/M if she wants thereapy or to remain in her room.
D/M says: I want you to be sncere. You want my husband!
Octavia walks in: Is something wrong, D/M tells her that she just doesn’t like the nurse. She’s a flykiller! Do me a favor and throw her out of the house.
At the bar
Gaviota is trying to find out about Alicia.
Now Camila barges in wearing a skimpy top. How does she just get in? Have no idea. Shse finds Max and starts kissing him. Of course, who should pop in but Diana!
Back at the beach, Diego tells Paola how he likes Diana. They have a boring conversation about love. Paola encourages him to tell Diana he loves her. Love means suffering and sweetness together, blah, blah, blah. For those watching LFMB, he is the Aldo of this novella. He has the scruffy beard, the daisy dukes, and the sleeveless sweatshirt—and the new age ideas!
Back at the bar, Paco tells Gaviota all about Alicia. She was someone I had a grand passion for, but she disappeared. She was married and pretended to be single. She abandoned me. Gaviota says maybe something was wrong. Paco says I never loved anyone since, until I met you. My love for Carmelo’s mother was not the same. She was a good woman, but not the great passion.
Gaviota asks: What would you say if you saw her now? I would not know what to say. Now I love a woman who knows the hardness of life and has suffered for love.
Back at the mansion, Max is pushing Camila away. “I respect my wife,” he says. That's a joke. Camila is really angry. Marfil is my worst enemy, she says.
Diana is now talking to Gaby and telling her how awful Max is because he was kissing Camila. He is playing both of us, she says. Gaby (the sap) says surely it was Camila kissing him. Camila is a lizard. No, all men are unfaithful. Don’t generalize—look at Larry!. They talk about keeping quiet about these things so they don’t lose their jobs.
Octavia is now complaining to D/M. I’d love to fire her, but my son is protecting her like fine crystal. D/M: My “marriage” is in danger while that cat stays here. Octavia promises that they’ll watch for her first mistake and fire her.
Back to Larry pining away for Pilar. Boo Hoo.
Now cut to Mexico City! How did they get there so quickly on a scooter: Anyway Kiki and Pilar are there, Kike is trying to force her to get an abortion, he punches her.
Back at the mansion, Max is trying to sweet talk Diana. What’s wrong. She tells him she saw him kissing Camila. She throws a glass of water on him!
Oh, you’re jealous he says. Tries to kiss her again. Yuck. She complains that he is throwing himself at her while he has a wife. He says, you may not realize it, but youj are jealous. Tries to kiss her again, she pushes him away.
Just then, D/M calls him. Coming, dear!
Mom wheels D/M in. Why are you all wet? He says it’s hot and he threw water on himself! Good one! Gee, wouldn’t you want mom interfering in your love life?
O leaves, and Max suggests they walk in the garden. D/M says “oh, I’d rather play blackjack” Max freezes. You always hated card games. Uh-oh. D/M realizes she made a big booboo. Cut to close up of D/M with wild eyes trying to figure out how to get out of this one.
Cut to the bar: Gaviota is consoling Caramelo, who is unhappy about Pancho’s perfidy.
Back on the beach, Paola continues her boring discussion with Diego about love. Paola says she really doesn’t want love. Here comes Diego’s bad brother, Pancho. Oolala. Diego says, meet my student. Pancho says oh, we’ve met. She’s the loony who totaled my car.
Back to the bar: more consoling.
Back to Max and D/M: He asks how she learned to play blackjack. She says: Oh, no, I was confused: I meant I wanted to learn. (Nice save).
Now back to the beach where Pancho and Paola are heavy breathing with each other.
Suddenly we see a small house. Inside we see the real Marfil in a coma. She is being cared for by some woman I don’t know. The bell rings: It’s Andre, the henchman of evil Dr. Montiel. He’s her nephew. She chides him for being out of touch. Oh, I’ve been so busy caring for the doctor, who almost got killed. She doesn’t buy it. Then he asks about her. She says, well since I lost my license I can’t get work in a hospital, but now I’m a nurse here. I have the patient in the next room . . . (so someone will eventually find out about Marfil.)
Back on the beach, Pancho and Paola have moved past flirting into active making out and more. (they were flirting in the past on the beach and when she totaled the car!) Pancho utters this odd locution like Oy Oy Oy. How fast you are. She says, when I like a man . . .so you like me. Well I think you’re hot, so I want to kiss you. See, I know how to kiss.
You like to play with men, don’t you. I like to play with fire. What are you looking for? To live! He says: I think you will break me (or break my heart?) but I can’t wait. She says she wants a man that doesn’t bore her. I know many ways to avoid being bored . .. More kissing.
Now back to the mansion:
Octavia to Max: Marfil says you don’t want to sleep together. You really want to sleep with the nurse, don’t you. Mother, please. O: I want to fire Diana! Close of episode.
Opening on the bar.
Gaviota is reading the gossip about the wedding and laughing. This is a major story in the paper—the headline actually reads something like “Heir to Irazabal fortune is left standing at the altar.” I suppose the NY Post would have a headline like that, for those who know the Post.
This old guy who works in the bar (I don’t know his name—anyone?) asks what she is laughing at. She tells him—they’ll have to pay like I did.
Where is Paco, she asks
In his office. He’s not always doing accounts, you know, he uses it as a refuge, where he thinks of her . . .
Who, Carmelo’s mother?
No, someone he loved from before with all his heart . . .
Why did they separate?
Something happened.
What was her name?
Alicia?
Is it obvious that Gaviota must be Alicia? If so how could they not recognize each other? Or does she know but he doesn’t? This is my first melodramatic novela, so I guess these are conventions, but I am not used to them.
Back at the house of horrors:
Diana is bringing breakfast for D/M, and it is intercepted by Bruno. Bruno looks over her shoulder at Diana with an evil glare.
Octavia is drinking tea in her gold-encrusted living room. She has a photo of her children and an ugly reproduction of a Rembrandt painting. How classy!
(This setting reminds me of the old days of watching Dallas. That was the only show I’ve ever seen where the servants dressed in real maid’s uniforms.)
She sees Diana and says “What did I tell you the first day? I told you I didn’t want you wearing any makeup. Who are you to disobey me?” Then she goes over with a napkin and wipes off Diana’s lipstick and tells her to fix her hair so it is in a dowdy braided style. “That’s how I like you.”
There’s a whole undercurrent of humiliation here. In an earlier episode, Octavia told Diana not to look her in the eye! This is a really feudal approach to employer/employee relations. It’s like master/slave relations.
On to the gym
Pancho/Franciso is working his triceps and talking to Carmelo. She is upset because he won’t marry her, and her father has said she cannot leave the house unless she is married. He says “Don’t worry, I really love you, I want to marry you but I need more money.” (That’s an old one.) Maybe we’ll do it in six months.
She says: But the police might get us first. I am not sure yet what this refers to, but he is doing something illegal? She says” You can’t convince me with your kisses.
He says: No one tells me what to do, especially a woman. He storms away like the abusive clod he is.
Back to the mansion
Octavio is still holding the lipstick smeared napkin. I hope this is the last time I will have to tell you about this. You are protected by my son.
Diana denies it, and Octavia says “Don’t answer back.”
Just then our friend Bruno comes in and puts in her two cents (how come she can talk like an equal? Another unexplained phenomenon)
Bruno pipes up: This nurse is disobedient and an “igualada.” (It means “equal,” but also the dictionary defines this as an idiom for someone disrespectful. It is interesting, because it sounds like it means “uppity,” or someone who acts like she’s equal to us when she shouldn’t.) She never stays quiet.
Octavia says: Evidently your parents never taught you anything. But I never had parents says Diana. What happened? They died. Octavia exits.
Bruno gives an evil cackle. Now she looks like the Joker. “I love it that you got a scolding. Boo Hoo.
Upstairs, Gaby brings breakfast to Larry, who is splayed on the bed in his pajama bottoms and wife-beater undershirt. She says he must eat or he will be too skinny and not get any work. He says he doesn’t care. He wants to find Pilar. Gaby tells him to forget. I want to die, he says, and flings himself on the bed face down and fake sobs. Puh-leeze.
Gaby reaches out to touch him and pulls away.
Max walks in on Diana, who is crying. I didn’t know you were here. Don’t cry. I don’t like to see you like this. You are so pretty. He tries to kiss her.
On the beach
Paola talks to her friends about Pilar. And how her brother was humiliated. Suddenly, here comes Diego, her piano teacher. The other girls start flirting with him. She says that he really likes Diana.
Back to the kiss: No, she says. He says, okay go in the garden and take care of my wife, Marfil. What a guy! (I’m going to put my two cents in here and say that this Max is just not all that attractive, even if he did win some himbo contest in real life. His character is also a drip who always just looks bewildered. He never says much of anything. I don’t see how there’s supposed to be chemistry here between these two as the main love interest. His lovemaking technique seems to consist of standing unnervingly close to the naïve girl and forcing her to kiss him. Moreover, there’s still that odd class difference, in that he uses “tu” with her but she uses “usted” with him. Yuck.)
Diana asks D/M if she wants thereapy or to remain in her room.
D/M says: I want you to be sncere. You want my husband!
Octavia walks in: Is something wrong, D/M tells her that she just doesn’t like the nurse. She’s a flykiller! Do me a favor and throw her out of the house.
At the bar
Gaviota is trying to find out about Alicia.
Now Camila barges in wearing a skimpy top. How does she just get in? Have no idea. Shse finds Max and starts kissing him. Of course, who should pop in but Diana!
Back at the beach, Diego tells Paola how he likes Diana. They have a boring conversation about love. Paola encourages him to tell Diana he loves her. Love means suffering and sweetness together, blah, blah, blah. For those watching LFMB, he is the Aldo of this novella. He has the scruffy beard, the daisy dukes, and the sleeveless sweatshirt—and the new age ideas!
Back at the bar, Paco tells Gaviota all about Alicia. She was someone I had a grand passion for, but she disappeared. She was married and pretended to be single. She abandoned me. Gaviota says maybe something was wrong. Paco says I never loved anyone since, until I met you. My love for Carmelo’s mother was not the same. She was a good woman, but not the great passion.
Gaviota asks: What would you say if you saw her now? I would not know what to say. Now I love a woman who knows the hardness of life and has suffered for love.
Back at the mansion, Max is pushing Camila away. “I respect my wife,” he says. That's a joke. Camila is really angry. Marfil is my worst enemy, she says.
Diana is now talking to Gaby and telling her how awful Max is because he was kissing Camila. He is playing both of us, she says. Gaby (the sap) says surely it was Camila kissing him. Camila is a lizard. No, all men are unfaithful. Don’t generalize—look at Larry!. They talk about keeping quiet about these things so they don’t lose their jobs.
Octavia is now complaining to D/M. I’d love to fire her, but my son is protecting her like fine crystal. D/M: My “marriage” is in danger while that cat stays here. Octavia promises that they’ll watch for her first mistake and fire her.
Back to Larry pining away for Pilar. Boo Hoo.
Now cut to Mexico City! How did they get there so quickly on a scooter: Anyway Kiki and Pilar are there, Kike is trying to force her to get an abortion, he punches her.
Back at the mansion, Max is trying to sweet talk Diana. What’s wrong. She tells him she saw him kissing Camila. She throws a glass of water on him!
Oh, you’re jealous he says. Tries to kiss her again. Yuck. She complains that he is throwing himself at her while he has a wife. He says, you may not realize it, but youj are jealous. Tries to kiss her again, she pushes him away.
Just then, D/M calls him. Coming, dear!
Mom wheels D/M in. Why are you all wet? He says it’s hot and he threw water on himself! Good one! Gee, wouldn’t you want mom interfering in your love life?
O leaves, and Max suggests they walk in the garden. D/M says “oh, I’d rather play blackjack” Max freezes. You always hated card games. Uh-oh. D/M realizes she made a big booboo. Cut to close up of D/M with wild eyes trying to figure out how to get out of this one.
Cut to the bar: Gaviota is consoling Caramelo, who is unhappy about Pancho’s perfidy.
Back on the beach, Paola continues her boring discussion with Diego about love. Paola says she really doesn’t want love. Here comes Diego’s bad brother, Pancho. Oolala. Diego says, meet my student. Pancho says oh, we’ve met. She’s the loony who totaled my car.
Back to the bar: more consoling.
Back to Max and D/M: He asks how she learned to play blackjack. She says: Oh, no, I was confused: I meant I wanted to learn. (Nice save).
Now back to the beach where Pancho and Paola are heavy breathing with each other.
Suddenly we see a small house. Inside we see the real Marfil in a coma. She is being cared for by some woman I don’t know. The bell rings: It’s Andre, the henchman of evil Dr. Montiel. He’s her nephew. She chides him for being out of touch. Oh, I’ve been so busy caring for the doctor, who almost got killed. She doesn’t buy it. Then he asks about her. She says, well since I lost my license I can’t get work in a hospital, but now I’m a nurse here. I have the patient in the next room . . . (so someone will eventually find out about Marfil.)
Back on the beach, Pancho and Paola have moved past flirting into active making out and more. (they were flirting in the past on the beach and when she totaled the car!) Pancho utters this odd locution like Oy Oy Oy. How fast you are. She says, when I like a man . . .so you like me. Well I think you’re hot, so I want to kiss you. See, I know how to kiss.
You like to play with men, don’t you. I like to play with fire. What are you looking for? To live! He says: I think you will break me (or break my heart?) but I can’t wait. She says she wants a man that doesn’t bore her. I know many ways to avoid being bored . .. More kissing.
Now back to the mansion:
Octavia to Max: Marfil says you don’t want to sleep together. You really want to sleep with the nurse, don’t you. Mother, please. O: I want to fire Diana! Close of episode.
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Duelo de Pasiones, Tuesday 2/6 - In which we meet nurse Susi and are bothered by Orlando Interruptus
Flor and Emilio are kissing by the very noisy waterfall. Flor asks Emilio why he wants to marry her. He says to be truthful, she reminds him of someone he loved very much and lost. Her name was...
"Alina Montellano," Flor finishes.
Angel tells the babe nurse how much he enjoyed Flor's visit. Orlando interrupts, he's looking for Emilio. He says everybody loves Flor...Angel, Emilio, him, everybody. The nurse, in her requisite telenovela cap, boob-squishing shirt and impractically short mini-skirt, leaves. Orlando whistles as she departs; so far he's the first guy to notice her. Don Maximo surely hasn't seen her yet or he'd be in there dropping tissues and making her bend over to pick them up non-stop.
Angel asks Orlando how he knows Emilio loves Flor. He goes into a fit of coughing as he always does when he becomes upset. In response Orlando salutes Angel and leaves the room. He waves the air as if to ward off Angel's germs. Very sensible if you ask me.
Over the cacaphony of the waterfall, Emilio tells Flor that Don Loco told him his beloved Alina died. Did Flor know Alina? Does she mind that he wants to be near her because she's like Alina? Flor asks would he mind if she kneed him in the nuts for asking such an insulting question? Oops, I added that last part.
What Flor REALLY says is no, she doesn't mind, the only thing that matters is that they marry. "Really?" he says. He actually looks happy. He's much handsomer when he smiles. He should do it more often.
He says he hopes she's not marrying him as a convenient way to move out of the cave. (Please, please knee him in the nuts!) He somewhat redeems himself by saying he will try to give her everything he would have given Alina. They decide to go to the cave to tell Luba, then hunt down the priest to schedule their marriage at La Rinconada in three days.
Elias and Blanca meet for fruity rum drinks with umbrellas in them. Elias tells her he didn't want to make trouble with Alvaro but he suspects something is up. Blanca doesn't believe anything Don Loco says, especially that Alina has forgotten them. She wants to go to the hacienda and talk to Soledad personally. Elias agrees it's a good idea.
After Elias leaves Thelma joins Blanca. She tells Blanca that in two days she will be on her way to join Emilio at La Rinconada. He's waiting for her and they will marry.
Luba, whittling with her gigantic knife, asks Emilio why he wants to marry Flor, and furthermore why in secret. He says he doesn't care for big celebrations. Flor tells Luba she wants what Emilio wants. (My mom would have said "Well if Emilio wanted you to jump off the Golden Gate Bridge would you want to do it?") When Emilio tells her the wedding will be in three days Luba stabs the table with her knife and asks, "So soon?"
Flor excitedly tells Rosita about her impending marriage. Soon all her suffering of the past two years will end. She admits he's marrying her because she looks like Alina, but since she actually IS Alina that makes it OK. Rosita's too sensible to buy this load and asks when Flor intends to tell Emilio the truth. "On our wedding day, at the altar, he'll be thrilled," she's got it all planned out. Emilio will defend her from Don Loco, save her mom and they will all live happily ever after. She and Rosita jump for joy.
Emilio breaks the news to Coral that he intends to marry Flor in La Rinconada chapel. Huh? I thought the marriage was supposed to be some big secret. Coral takes the news like a champ. The only thing is, since she quit her job she has nowhere to go. Can she stay at La Rinconada for a few days? Emilio says no problem, as long as she doesn't tell anyone about the wedding. I'm sure she won't tell a soul, except for all her girlfriends who are probably working at the local whorehouse and who will probably tell all their clients who will tell all their wives who will tell all their friends.
Thelma cries in bed, "Emilioooo, if only this baby were really yours."
I think it's the next day, Alina tells Luba that she wants to talk to Padre Cristobal before Emilio does. She runs off.
Gaspar enters carrying a huge load of wood...in his arms. Luba tells him to go to the hacienda and tell Nora that she needs to talk to Soledad right away. After he leaves Luba has a conversation with her picture of the virgin. She has a bad feeling about this wedding.
Flor asks Padre Cristobal not to spill the beans about her being Alina. He agrees and says he will also fix her papers so as not to reveal her identity. She sees Emilio and runs out the back door.
Adela tells Soledad that Nora said that Gaspar said that Luba said she needs to talk to Soledad. They wonder how they will get around the watchdog Santiago.
Padre Cristobal says he will happily marry Emilio to that poor girl Flor in two days at two in the afternoon. They repeat this information twice so it must be important.
Gaspar arrives home and announces he's bathed in the river. I notice they didn't do any lingering shots of him naked in the river like they did with Flor and Rosita. Luba sniffs him to make sure he's clean, which I found very amusing for some reason.
Gaspar reports he left the message for Soledad. Flor comes in and hears him. Luba sternly tells her that Soledad should know of Flor's marriage. Flor agrees and can't wait to see mom. Gaspar says Don Loco is away but Sergio is on guard. Flor coos, "Just imagine, in two days I'll be married to the love of my life!" Gag me.
Emilio tells Don Max of his plans. Don Max asks, "Do you know who she is?" Emilio says sure, she's the illegitimate kid of Don Loco who hates her, Emilio doesn't know why and doesn't care. Can he count on his tio to help with the wedding and keep the secret? After Emilio leaves Don Max twirls his moustache and chuckles, "Nephew, you're gonna have one helluva surprise when you learn the truth."
Thelma is packing for her trip. She's been packing for at least two days now. How many damn suitcases is she going to take to a dusty ranch out in the mountains? Auntie's not happy to hear that the trip includes a ride in a carriage.
Flor and Emilio are back at the waterfall. She says she has something important to tell him, but only at the altar. "Ah, a wedding secret?" He's intrigued. He says he also has a little secret, a surprise for her. Oh I'll just bet.
Adela tells Nora she has a plan to get Sergio out of the way.
Don Max tells Vera and her husband (can't remember his name) to get ready for a big fiesta. Clean up the chapel and put flowers in it. Get lots of wine, champagne and little sandwiches. Vera asks if it's a wedding but Don Max says it's a surprise. The husband, imitating Don Max, grumbles because he doesn't want to work for Emilio and his pals. Vera says the best surprise would be if they all went away..."but why the chapel, why the flowers?"
Nora brings a cup of cocoa to Sergio. She flirts with him until he accepts the cup. She's out the door to get Luba and Flor before he has even stopped drooling over her. Later Adela checks on him and he's passed out. Must have been a mug of cocolbosh.
Emilio is talking to Angel in the sickroom. Orlando interrupts, he wants to borrow a horse to go make "a conquest." Emilio says fine, but who are you going to conquer? When Orlando answers "Flor" Angel goes into a coughing fit.
Luba and Flor sneak into Soledad's room. Flor tells Soledad that she's the happiest girl in the world because she's getting married. "To Angel, right?" answers Soledad. "No, to Emilio," answers Flor. Soledad is impactada.
Angel admits to Orlando that he loves Flor. Emilio jumps up and asks "What nonsense is this?" When Angel says it's true Orlando responds that Angel will find that his brother is his rival. Poor Angel.
Rosita tells Santos about Flor and Emilio's big secret, which explains Don Max's party plans. Rosita is happy that Flor will be the owner of La Rinconada. Santos is happy because this will piss off Don Maximo.
Flor tells Soledad the story of her engagement and Soledad is happy if Flor/Alina is happy. Luba says she's worried about what will come later, she doesn't want to see Flor leave one wretch only to fall into the hands of another. Soledad asks Luba why she would say such a thing. Luba says "Mas sabe el diablo por viejo que por diablo = experience is what really counts. I've learned to read the hearts of people through their eyes and faces, and this witch sees sadness, courage and fear in the heart of that guy Emilio. There is fear hiding behind his brave look. It is the fear of giving his complete heart and soul to love." Soledad thinks the fear in his heart will be replaced by love when he finds out Flor is Alina. Flor says everything will be fine and mom can I wear your wedding dress? Soledad whips the wedding dress out of the armoire where it has been taking up space for God knows how many years.
What luck! The wedding dress fits Flor perfectly! Much gnashing of teeth by Luba. Soledad gives Flor's papers to Luba so they can be delivered to the padre.
Susi is the name of Angel's nurse. Susi is worried because he's not hungry. Angel is worried about Orlando bothering Flor. Emilio says Gaspar will protect her. Orlando interrupts and calls them rivals. Angel is annoyed and so am I. Why is Orlando still there, I thought he was going out? Emilio tells Angel he will explain Orlando's words tomorrow. Angel coughs quizzically.
Shoot, I thought I would get a kid-free episode but I guess not. Marianita wants to visit her new friend Juanito at the hospital. She asks her mom if he's going to die like Estrellita. Mom says of course not. Seems to me this could end up being a lie. Marianita asks when is daddy coming home? "Soon, any minute now," Mariana lies. Marianita wants to go back to school and Mariana says she'll call the director. I wonder if this is a lie too.
We are in the drug runners' hideout. Jose tells the drug lord Jacinto that he refuses to rob the good, humble people in the area. Jacinto says Jose will do what he orders. Felicia, hungrily eyeing Jose, tells Jacinto to give Jose time. Jose says he won't get blood on his hands for Jacinto. Jacinto says fine, from now on Jose has to do all the crap work that would normally be assigned to several men. And with no sleep. He hopes Jose thinks it's worth it. Jose says he'd rather die of fatique than to kill innocent people. He wants to return to his family!
Orlando is STILL prancing around the hacienda trying to annoy people. He interrupts Emilio's thoughts to announce that he's on his way to Edilmira's whorehouse. Orlando suggests Coral should look for a job there. He pours a shot of booze and gives it to Emilio. He wants Emilio to tell him the secret that he's guarding so jealously. He tries to give Emilio another drink but Emilio says no way, not after what happened the other night.
Sergio wakes with a start and yells for Adela. She assures him Soledad is in her room and nobody has gone in or out. He asks her not to tell the patron he fell asleep.
Flor shows Donkey her wedding dress. (I know his name is really Tonky but I like calling him Donkey.)
Don Loco tells Hugo to send the chauffeur around early, he wants to return to the hacienda. Alfonsina walks into the office, sees them talking and excuses herself. Don Loco asks why she entered with such confidence, is there any hanky-panky between them? There had better not be, romance between his employees is strictly forbidden. (Naturally, because only he, the patron is allowed to boink the babes.) He tells Hugo that he's thinking of giving him a raise if he believes Hugo deserves it. Hugo thanks him, twice calling him Alvaro, not Don or Patron.
Orlando continues to press Emilio for information, "Aren't I your best friend? You're going to marry Thelma, right?" Emilio says not Thelma, but he is getting married tomorrow...to Flor del Campo! Orlando looks more irritated than impactado.
Orlando tells Ifigenio to go to San Mateo in the morning to pick up one Thelma Castelo. She is Emilio's fiancee. It is a surprise and he mustn't tell Emilio.
It is a dark and stormy morning. Ifigenio says it's too perilous to take the carriage to San Mateo and it will probably rain all day. Orlando gets angry, the rain has thwarted his plans! He has a mini-tantrum and whacks one of the chairs, amusing and annoying the staff.
Marianita goes to the hospital and finds Juanito the singing cancer patient. He has great news, he gets out in a few days and his mom says that he and Marianita will be at the same school. Will Marianita be his girlfriend? They hold hands.
Emilio has braved the storm to visit Flor at the cave. He says he'll send for her in the morning and she can get ready in the guestroom. "I love him Donkey, I love him," she gushes after Emilio leaves. Excuse me while I hurl.
Thelma and Tia Rebeca are near Sierra Escondida. They are told they have to spend the day and night in the local hotel due to the rain. They'll go to La Rinconada in the morning.
Thelma runs down the stairs of the hotel. She feels dizzy and staggers. Don Loco runs to her aid. When Thelma says she is on her way to La Rinconada Don Loco says he owns the neighboring ranch. They introduce themselves and he is surprised to hear she is Emilio's fiancee. He hopes they can travel together to Sierra Escondida tomorrow.
The next morning (I think) Flor gives her dress to Gaspar, (who is wearing a new, but mysteriously sleeveless, dress shirt) with orders to take it directly to the guest house. Then he is to borrow a horse, go to San mateo and keep a lookout for her father and warn them if he returns.
Gaspar tells Ifigenio he needs to borrow a horse to go to San Mateo. Ifigenio tells Gaspar he can go along with him, he's going there to pick up Emilio's fiancee. Gaspar scratches his head and is all "Que?????"
Flor and Donkey are ready to leave the cave. They hear a noise, it must be Luba! But no, it's Orlando. He says he's glad he caught her. He came to warn her about Emilio's intentions. She should NOT marry him! Flor looks at him like he is a disease instead of a man.
rabieta - tantrum
bocadillos - sandwiches, my dictionary says this is also a term for speech/thought bubbles!
lascivo (a) - lascivious
cachas - beefcake, hunk
Speaking of which, and I swear I will not make a habit of this picture thing, here is our beloved Gaspar (AKA "Intocable") when he's not wearing his Jethro uniform:
"Alina Montellano," Flor finishes.
Angel tells the babe nurse how much he enjoyed Flor's visit. Orlando interrupts, he's looking for Emilio. He says everybody loves Flor...Angel, Emilio, him, everybody. The nurse, in her requisite telenovela cap, boob-squishing shirt and impractically short mini-skirt, leaves. Orlando whistles as she departs; so far he's the first guy to notice her. Don Maximo surely hasn't seen her yet or he'd be in there dropping tissues and making her bend over to pick them up non-stop.
Angel asks Orlando how he knows Emilio loves Flor. He goes into a fit of coughing as he always does when he becomes upset. In response Orlando salutes Angel and leaves the room. He waves the air as if to ward off Angel's germs. Very sensible if you ask me.
Over the cacaphony of the waterfall, Emilio tells Flor that Don Loco told him his beloved Alina died. Did Flor know Alina? Does she mind that he wants to be near her because she's like Alina? Flor asks would he mind if she kneed him in the nuts for asking such an insulting question? Oops, I added that last part.
What Flor REALLY says is no, she doesn't mind, the only thing that matters is that they marry. "Really?" he says. He actually looks happy. He's much handsomer when he smiles. He should do it more often.
He says he hopes she's not marrying him as a convenient way to move out of the cave. (Please, please knee him in the nuts!) He somewhat redeems himself by saying he will try to give her everything he would have given Alina. They decide to go to the cave to tell Luba, then hunt down the priest to schedule their marriage at La Rinconada in three days.
Elias and Blanca meet for fruity rum drinks with umbrellas in them. Elias tells her he didn't want to make trouble with Alvaro but he suspects something is up. Blanca doesn't believe anything Don Loco says, especially that Alina has forgotten them. She wants to go to the hacienda and talk to Soledad personally. Elias agrees it's a good idea.
After Elias leaves Thelma joins Blanca. She tells Blanca that in two days she will be on her way to join Emilio at La Rinconada. He's waiting for her and they will marry.
Luba, whittling with her gigantic knife, asks Emilio why he wants to marry Flor, and furthermore why in secret. He says he doesn't care for big celebrations. Flor tells Luba she wants what Emilio wants. (My mom would have said "Well if Emilio wanted you to jump off the Golden Gate Bridge would you want to do it?") When Emilio tells her the wedding will be in three days Luba stabs the table with her knife and asks, "So soon?"
Flor excitedly tells Rosita about her impending marriage. Soon all her suffering of the past two years will end. She admits he's marrying her because she looks like Alina, but since she actually IS Alina that makes it OK. Rosita's too sensible to buy this load and asks when Flor intends to tell Emilio the truth. "On our wedding day, at the altar, he'll be thrilled," she's got it all planned out. Emilio will defend her from Don Loco, save her mom and they will all live happily ever after. She and Rosita jump for joy.
Emilio breaks the news to Coral that he intends to marry Flor in La Rinconada chapel. Huh? I thought the marriage was supposed to be some big secret. Coral takes the news like a champ. The only thing is, since she quit her job she has nowhere to go. Can she stay at La Rinconada for a few days? Emilio says no problem, as long as she doesn't tell anyone about the wedding. I'm sure she won't tell a soul, except for all her girlfriends who are probably working at the local whorehouse and who will probably tell all their clients who will tell all their wives who will tell all their friends.
Thelma cries in bed, "Emilioooo, if only this baby were really yours."
I think it's the next day, Alina tells Luba that she wants to talk to Padre Cristobal before Emilio does. She runs off.
Gaspar enters carrying a huge load of wood...in his arms. Luba tells him to go to the hacienda and tell Nora that she needs to talk to Soledad right away. After he leaves Luba has a conversation with her picture of the virgin. She has a bad feeling about this wedding.
Flor asks Padre Cristobal not to spill the beans about her being Alina. He agrees and says he will also fix her papers so as not to reveal her identity. She sees Emilio and runs out the back door.
Adela tells Soledad that Nora said that Gaspar said that Luba said she needs to talk to Soledad. They wonder how they will get around the watchdog Santiago.
Padre Cristobal says he will happily marry Emilio to that poor girl Flor in two days at two in the afternoon. They repeat this information twice so it must be important.
Gaspar arrives home and announces he's bathed in the river. I notice they didn't do any lingering shots of him naked in the river like they did with Flor and Rosita. Luba sniffs him to make sure he's clean, which I found very amusing for some reason.
Gaspar reports he left the message for Soledad. Flor comes in and hears him. Luba sternly tells her that Soledad should know of Flor's marriage. Flor agrees and can't wait to see mom. Gaspar says Don Loco is away but Sergio is on guard. Flor coos, "Just imagine, in two days I'll be married to the love of my life!" Gag me.
Emilio tells Don Max of his plans. Don Max asks, "Do you know who she is?" Emilio says sure, she's the illegitimate kid of Don Loco who hates her, Emilio doesn't know why and doesn't care. Can he count on his tio to help with the wedding and keep the secret? After Emilio leaves Don Max twirls his moustache and chuckles, "Nephew, you're gonna have one helluva surprise when you learn the truth."
Thelma is packing for her trip. She's been packing for at least two days now. How many damn suitcases is she going to take to a dusty ranch out in the mountains? Auntie's not happy to hear that the trip includes a ride in a carriage.
Flor and Emilio are back at the waterfall. She says she has something important to tell him, but only at the altar. "Ah, a wedding secret?" He's intrigued. He says he also has a little secret, a surprise for her. Oh I'll just bet.
Adela tells Nora she has a plan to get Sergio out of the way.
Don Max tells Vera and her husband (can't remember his name) to get ready for a big fiesta. Clean up the chapel and put flowers in it. Get lots of wine, champagne and little sandwiches. Vera asks if it's a wedding but Don Max says it's a surprise. The husband, imitating Don Max, grumbles because he doesn't want to work for Emilio and his pals. Vera says the best surprise would be if they all went away..."but why the chapel, why the flowers?"
Nora brings a cup of cocoa to Sergio. She flirts with him until he accepts the cup. She's out the door to get Luba and Flor before he has even stopped drooling over her. Later Adela checks on him and he's passed out. Must have been a mug of cocolbosh.
Emilio is talking to Angel in the sickroom. Orlando interrupts, he wants to borrow a horse to go make "a conquest." Emilio says fine, but who are you going to conquer? When Orlando answers "Flor" Angel goes into a coughing fit.
Luba and Flor sneak into Soledad's room. Flor tells Soledad that she's the happiest girl in the world because she's getting married. "To Angel, right?" answers Soledad. "No, to Emilio," answers Flor. Soledad is impactada.
Angel admits to Orlando that he loves Flor. Emilio jumps up and asks "What nonsense is this?" When Angel says it's true Orlando responds that Angel will find that his brother is his rival. Poor Angel.
Rosita tells Santos about Flor and Emilio's big secret, which explains Don Max's party plans. Rosita is happy that Flor will be the owner of La Rinconada. Santos is happy because this will piss off Don Maximo.
Flor tells Soledad the story of her engagement and Soledad is happy if Flor/Alina is happy. Luba says she's worried about what will come later, she doesn't want to see Flor leave one wretch only to fall into the hands of another. Soledad asks Luba why she would say such a thing. Luba says "Mas sabe el diablo por viejo que por diablo = experience is what really counts. I've learned to read the hearts of people through their eyes and faces, and this witch sees sadness, courage and fear in the heart of that guy Emilio. There is fear hiding behind his brave look. It is the fear of giving his complete heart and soul to love." Soledad thinks the fear in his heart will be replaced by love when he finds out Flor is Alina. Flor says everything will be fine and mom can I wear your wedding dress? Soledad whips the wedding dress out of the armoire where it has been taking up space for God knows how many years.
What luck! The wedding dress fits Flor perfectly! Much gnashing of teeth by Luba. Soledad gives Flor's papers to Luba so they can be delivered to the padre.
Susi is the name of Angel's nurse. Susi is worried because he's not hungry. Angel is worried about Orlando bothering Flor. Emilio says Gaspar will protect her. Orlando interrupts and calls them rivals. Angel is annoyed and so am I. Why is Orlando still there, I thought he was going out? Emilio tells Angel he will explain Orlando's words tomorrow. Angel coughs quizzically.
Shoot, I thought I would get a kid-free episode but I guess not. Marianita wants to visit her new friend Juanito at the hospital. She asks her mom if he's going to die like Estrellita. Mom says of course not. Seems to me this could end up being a lie. Marianita asks when is daddy coming home? "Soon, any minute now," Mariana lies. Marianita wants to go back to school and Mariana says she'll call the director. I wonder if this is a lie too.
We are in the drug runners' hideout. Jose tells the drug lord Jacinto that he refuses to rob the good, humble people in the area. Jacinto says Jose will do what he orders. Felicia, hungrily eyeing Jose, tells Jacinto to give Jose time. Jose says he won't get blood on his hands for Jacinto. Jacinto says fine, from now on Jose has to do all the crap work that would normally be assigned to several men. And with no sleep. He hopes Jose thinks it's worth it. Jose says he'd rather die of fatique than to kill innocent people. He wants to return to his family!
Orlando is STILL prancing around the hacienda trying to annoy people. He interrupts Emilio's thoughts to announce that he's on his way to Edilmira's whorehouse. Orlando suggests Coral should look for a job there. He pours a shot of booze and gives it to Emilio. He wants Emilio to tell him the secret that he's guarding so jealously. He tries to give Emilio another drink but Emilio says no way, not after what happened the other night.
Sergio wakes with a start and yells for Adela. She assures him Soledad is in her room and nobody has gone in or out. He asks her not to tell the patron he fell asleep.
Flor shows Donkey her wedding dress. (I know his name is really Tonky but I like calling him Donkey.)
Don Loco tells Hugo to send the chauffeur around early, he wants to return to the hacienda. Alfonsina walks into the office, sees them talking and excuses herself. Don Loco asks why she entered with such confidence, is there any hanky-panky between them? There had better not be, romance between his employees is strictly forbidden. (Naturally, because only he, the patron is allowed to boink the babes.) He tells Hugo that he's thinking of giving him a raise if he believes Hugo deserves it. Hugo thanks him, twice calling him Alvaro, not Don or Patron.
Orlando continues to press Emilio for information, "Aren't I your best friend? You're going to marry Thelma, right?" Emilio says not Thelma, but he is getting married tomorrow...to Flor del Campo! Orlando looks more irritated than impactado.
Orlando tells Ifigenio to go to San Mateo in the morning to pick up one Thelma Castelo. She is Emilio's fiancee. It is a surprise and he mustn't tell Emilio.
It is a dark and stormy morning. Ifigenio says it's too perilous to take the carriage to San Mateo and it will probably rain all day. Orlando gets angry, the rain has thwarted his plans! He has a mini-tantrum and whacks one of the chairs, amusing and annoying the staff.
Marianita goes to the hospital and finds Juanito the singing cancer patient. He has great news, he gets out in a few days and his mom says that he and Marianita will be at the same school. Will Marianita be his girlfriend? They hold hands.
Emilio has braved the storm to visit Flor at the cave. He says he'll send for her in the morning and she can get ready in the guestroom. "I love him Donkey, I love him," she gushes after Emilio leaves. Excuse me while I hurl.
Thelma and Tia Rebeca are near Sierra Escondida. They are told they have to spend the day and night in the local hotel due to the rain. They'll go to La Rinconada in the morning.
Thelma runs down the stairs of the hotel. She feels dizzy and staggers. Don Loco runs to her aid. When Thelma says she is on her way to La Rinconada Don Loco says he owns the neighboring ranch. They introduce themselves and he is surprised to hear she is Emilio's fiancee. He hopes they can travel together to Sierra Escondida tomorrow.
The next morning (I think) Flor gives her dress to Gaspar, (who is wearing a new, but mysteriously sleeveless, dress shirt) with orders to take it directly to the guest house. Then he is to borrow a horse, go to San mateo and keep a lookout for her father and warn them if he returns.
Gaspar tells Ifigenio he needs to borrow a horse to go to San Mateo. Ifigenio tells Gaspar he can go along with him, he's going there to pick up Emilio's fiancee. Gaspar scratches his head and is all "Que?????"
Flor and Donkey are ready to leave the cave. They hear a noise, it must be Luba! But no, it's Orlando. He says he's glad he caught her. He came to warn her about Emilio's intentions. She should NOT marry him! Flor looks at him like he is a disease instead of a man.
rabieta - tantrum
bocadillos - sandwiches, my dictionary says this is also a term for speech/thought bubbles!
lascivo (a) - lascivious
cachas - beefcake, hunk
Speaking of which, and I swear I will not make a habit of this picture thing, here is our beloved Gaspar (AKA "Intocable") when he's not wearing his Jethro uniform:
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