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Hóla a todos from Minneapolis where I went to my niece's high school graduation last night.

REINA- My final thought is that I wish they would do an interview with the writers because the actors were good but without the great writing, this would not have been the fantastic novela it was and there is no better example of that than...

HEREDEROS through Thurs.- Things are picking up slightly here as we go into últimas semanas. Pablo/Emilio was about to tell Juan that Paula wasn't his biological child when he had a stroke and was rendered mute. Even though he doesn't work there anymore, Modesto appeared when Juan whistled, presumably so that he could overhear Paula say that she is pregnant with Juan's baby. Since he doesn't know about Sofía's scheme, he thinks that Paula and Juan have committed incest.

Sofía tells Jose about Paula's pregnancy and he threatens to harm her unborn child if she doesn't go through with the scheme to get his brothers' inheritance.

As Novelera mentioned in her comment on Thurs., Gaspar has the hots big time for Adela. I agree that his character makes no sense. He seems to be nice guy most of the time but there is no explanation for his lapses into evil.

Julieta finally tells her parents about her cancer. Rosa is in denial.

The big record deal for the Gavilanes trio turned out to be a set up for some pretty inept criminals. Hey Efrain, If you want to impress Beatriz with your smarts, check out folks who offer you deals too good to be true. There is such a thing as the Internet.

I totally agree with you, Novelera about the Rosario rape storyline. There was zero suggestion that this had happened earlier in the novela when Rosario was portrayed as the more conventional but normal sister.

Julieta tells Paula that she and Juan are going to adopt a baby.

That was about it.

Over to you.

Labels: casa-lado, herederos, insiste, telemundo

Casa de la Barrera (combo scene) Tere tells Arturo she can’t have a baby with him (yo no puedo tener hijo contigo). Art immediately flips – Whachoo talkin’ bout? He jumps up reminding her they were both in agreement before they wed that they would have children. Oh, she agrees, mi amor, but shouldn’t they wait until they’ve had more time to enjoy their love? She reminds of how they’ve argued since the wedding. He tells her that’s all been cleared up and they need to move forward. He tells her of his discussion with Paloma la Patética, telling her she must respect his marriage or he’ll transfer all his interests to Teresa, severing all contact between them (Paloma & Arturo). Teresa feels this isn’t over yet. It remains to be seen if Paloma follows through with what he has asked of her. He comes back to the subject of babies. She wants to wait until everything is honky-dorry between them. She doesn’t want anything worrying (angustia) her. He asks if that’s really all that’s holding her back. Of course she wants nothing more than to have his child but she’s a little frightened. She’s not sure she can provide what a child needs: time, attention. She SAYS that’s what worries her but we all know different, Teddy told us so.

Hospital: Espe tells Hernán el Galán of her altercation with Rubigote and of her moment of weakness when she thought she’d give in to his demands of reconciliation. But she stood her ground and told him she wants him out of her life. Hernán tells her she did the right thing because although she denies wanting it now, she can someday find another man. She tells him, yeah that’s just as well in Chinese (eso sí está in chino) because men today don’t want a commitment, and with another’s child? No way! Then comes the killer – When she saw Ruben today, she realized she still loves him and couldn’t even look at another man. Aww, Hernán is dejected. He’s saved from having to discuss further by a call from Hector the Director. They part and he stares longingly after her. I sob quietly.

Aurora’s Casa: Aurora is discussing the subject of her mother with Martin. She insists Juana should know but Hector is afraid of Juana’s reaction. Martin tells her everyone has secrets and thanks her for having confidence in sharing this with him. Aurora tells him she feels she can share anything with him. He’s honored that he’s the first to hear her story. He’s happy their relationship is coming along so well and thanks her for allowing him to try to make her happy. Such a thankful guy.

Casa de la Barrera: Tere and Art are now on the bed. She’s still telling him she wants them to enjoy their marriage because when the children start arriving, well, everything changes. He tells her she just says that because she’s so young. Like he’s so old, she says. He's so strong and healthy. And, he says, he wants to have a baby while he can still enjoy him. He’s dying to have a child so together they can watch him grow. She’s not giving in. She thought he made her partner so she could work and have her own success as an attorney. Arturo tells her she can continue to work at home as she always has. This is the only gift he asks of her, is she going to give it to him? She says no, kissing him, and then says of course she can never refuse him anything.

Casa Grumps: Pati and Griselda are washing off the wall where Pati had scribbled frowny faces marking the days until her adulthood. Grumpy wants to talk to her about her failing grades. What does he expect, she protests, when he has her locked up like a prisoner. He reminds her he loves her very much. Then let me have a boyfriend. Absolutely not, says Grumpy Granpa. She’ll either bring up her grades or he’ll send her to a boarding school far, far away.

Hospital: Hernan asks Hector about the missing wife, Vanessa. There’s nothing to report and he’s almost hoping the PI doesn’t find her, saying it would be best for both him and Aurora. She was so hurt by the abandonment. Hernan risks angering Hector by saying that Aurora’s pain could be just as much Hector’s fault as Vanessa’s abandonment. He should’ve been up front with her from the very beginning. And tell her what, Hector asks, that her mother abandoned him for another man without wanting to take her daughter? That would’ve hurt her even more. He’s worried that if he sees her again, the pain will resurface. Hernan thinks he should also be thinking of Juana. Hector doesn’t want to lose her. Hernan feels it would be best if Juana hears the story from him and not from someone else.

Vecindad: Juana and Refugio are talking about Cutberto. Juana doesn’t want to give him any hope. He has the right to a family. He has a woman that can give him children and she just wants him to be happy. Refugio asks how does she know his happiness isn’t by her side. How many times does she have to tell her, she must tell him she can’t have children? She has to decide between Cutberto and Hector. Refugio compares Juana’s dilemma to that of Teresa doubting between Mariano and el Licenciado. And look at all the drama that situation has caused.

Casa de la Barrera: Oh goodness – the Barreras are asleep in bed. We hear baby xylophone music and Arturo is happily dreaming with visions of a baby held in his arms. The xylophone goes kinda psycho when we next see Teresa dreaming of looking into a bassinet with a dark-haired baby and thought bubbles “you have to be Mariano’s baby”. Tere wakes up with his name echoing in her head, Mariano, Mariano, Mariano then struggles to get back to sleep. This wakes up Arturo and she tells him she had a terrible nightmare. He comforts her telling her it was only a dream. She tells him she would die if he ever left her, just die. They settle back in, he’s cuddling her and her eyes are wide open in….fear? terror? Maybe thinking what if?

GOOOOOOOD MORNING VECINDAD! (combo scenes) -- Espe’s at the clinic. Mariano is telling her Ruben wants him to stay away from Aida. But Aida’s been very nice to him, helping him forget about Teresa. Espe’s concerned about having Aida around because of el bebé. At the same time she doesn’t feel it’s right that he distance himself from Aida because of Ruben. Then she lets on that she saw him yesterday, angering Mariano who wonders if he needs to talk with him again. Espe tells him that’s not necessary, she’s already sent him to the devil (mandé al demonio). He sees how upset she is. She can’t help it. He’s the father of her child and even though he’s a sinvergüenza (shameless), she can’t forget him. They hug, oblivious to Aida walking in (dunno how, you can hear her heels coming a mile away). Espe tells Mariano that she’s aware that what she had with Ruben is over and she never, ever wants to see him again. Aida makes her presence known by announcing that she’s very happy to hear that it’s clear to Espe the relationship with her father is over. Espe tries to leave but Mariano won’t let her. Aida wonders if he’s now going to defend her. He doesn’t want any problems between Aida and Espe or else Aida can’t continue to come here. He knows it’s impossible for them to be friends but asks that they at least come to an agreement to get along and not argue. Aida wonders (loudly) how he expects her to get along with this TIPA who tried to destroy her family! Tearfully, Espe announces she will leave the vecindad very soon and she won’t have to see her nunca más and leaves. Mariano tells Aida he was serious about them getting along. Aida says it’s going to be difficult to contain herself so she hopes Espe leaves very soon (muy pronto). Espe hears this from the window and starts to cry.

Casa Alcazar: Aurora tells Daddy that she told Martin the whole story about Mamá. She just needed to vent (desahogar) with someone. She needed to talk about everything she’s feeling and Dad never wants to talk about it. Daddykins is very sorry. He thought it was best to bury the past but he’s now finding out that may not have been the way to handle it because now she’s grown with the pain of not understanding what went down. She makes it clear that as a child she didn’t understand, but as an adult it’s clear to her that Mommy Dearest left them for another man. He shares how he fears running into her again, not knowing how he’ll react. She’s learned to face it head on and he should do the same. He was alone for so many years and now that he’s so happy with Juana by his side, he’s afraid that confronting Vanessa will ruin the happiness he’s found. (sniff, sniff)

Casa de Patética Paloma: Teresa’s come a-callin’. Teresa knows her husband came to put her in her place. Paloma doesn’t know how she managed to make Arturo believe her. It’s true, she saw Tere kissing Mariano. Tere’s amazed how things turned out. Despite all her lies, Arturo decided to believe in her and even made her partner in his law firm. So there! Paloma wonders if Tere plans to take everything from him and leave him in the street. Tere’s not going to deny that being partner makes her very happy but it’s equally important that Arturo loves her and believes in her. So, it’s best that Paloma get out of their lives because do what she may, Arturo will never return to her. Paloma shouts that Teresa’s a liar, a hypocritical social climber (arribista). She’s only interested in Arturo’s money. No, no, she’s wrong, says Tere. Arturo represents much more to her than money and no one will take that away from her. Are we clear? Well, her job’s done here. She just wanted to give her some advice so she wouldn’t suffer anymore and stop groveling (arrastrada) because no matter what she does, Arturo won’t pay her any attention. Paloma’s not sure; she and Arturo get along very well in every aspect. That’s all in the past, says Tere. What can she possibly offer Arturo? Just look at yourself, she says as she flashes her pearly white shark teeth. Nothing, much less what he desires most: a child. Considering her history, that would be dangerous que no? Tere leaves her in her wake.

Juana’s (combo scenes) : Cutberto comes by. As they’re exchanging insults to their respective novios, Hector comes by. Cutberto leaves and Juana tells Hector he had come by to invite her to the annual pilgrimage (peregrinación) to la Villa de Guadalupe (church dedicated to Virgen de Guadalupe). Hector jumps on this and asks if she’d like for them to go together. She tells him she can’t decide yet because she’s so busy. Maybe they should wait until later to make plans and besides, he must also be very busy. He’s dedicated himself to his work for so many years and now he wants to enjoy his life. He wants them to share some of that time together. Juana nervously agrees. He gets serious and tells her it may seem silly but it’s been difficult for him to date a woman after so many years. She understands because the same thing happened to her after losing her husband. She never thought she’d be able to let anyone into her life again. He’s grateful to be given that opportunity. He has unresolved issued with Vanessa. Juana says he doesn’t have to tell her about any of that. She doesn’t want him to feel pressured. They’re getting along just fine and they should just let things happen as God sees fit, with no pressure. He’s very relieved to hear that.

Casa de la Barrera (combo scenes): Tere tells Luisa she needs to go see her ob/gyn. Luisa excitedly asks if they’re ready to start a family. Tere thinks it’s important that a couple first adjust to each other (se acople) but Arturo is insisting. Luisa acknowledges Arturo’s desire to have children. Tere has a lot she wants to accomplish in terms of her career, especially now that she’s made partner. Luisa wonders if she’s not anxious to take care of her own baby and besides she’ll have the help of Luisa, Juana, and her mother. Tere can’t think of giving up work at this time. It’s one thing for her to agree to have children. It’s another to dedicate herself to being a full-time mommy. Luisa offers her help when the time comes. Tere tells her that’s later. In the meantime, she has a lot she wants to accomplish.

Tere overhears Arturo and Fernando talking about the Saenz case. Saenz is out on bail and now Arturo needs to prove his innocence. He also tells him about visiting his notario and Fer assumes it was to change his will since he’s now married. Arturo tells him there’s no change to his will. He still plans to leave everything to his future children. Tere backs off the balcony in disbelief. He’s going to leave everything to his children and not her? [Arturo needs a more secure office space. Anyone can overhear sensitive discussions – maids, Luisa, tiburoncitas] Tere thought bubbles some more about the money going to his children and then thinks at least Paloma’s child won’t be a problem (que mala). Arturo continues and says he wants to make sure his children aren’t left unprotected. Fer should know, considering everything he’s gone through to recoup his inheritance. Fer agrees, saying his mother has suffered so many years because of it. But what about Teresa? She’s his wife, shouldn’t she be protected as well? Teresa, still listening intently, thought bubbles thanks to Fernando. Arturo answers that he’s giving his wife her inheritance (patrimonio) during his lifetime as it should be and she will execute the inheritance of their children. He plans to leave something for Luisa but the majority will be for his children. Fer asks about their plans to start a family. Arturo shares his recent discussions with Teresa about waiting a while. Fer is in total agreement with Teresa about enjoying themselves a bit before starting a family. Tere’s happy to hear she and Fer think alike – too bad she didn’t meet him before Arturo.

Casa Grumps (combo scenes): Pati calls Johnny with the news of Granpa’s threat to send her to a boarding house. He’s busy with deliveries but he’ll be there asap. Later, Griselda is giving Pati a pill that Pati pretends to take. Granpa comes back in, Pati’s nervous, and they go back and forth again about her coming of age, his reluctance to allow her to have a boyfriend, much less that muerto de hambre (dying of hunger) mechanic Johnny. Pati corrects him, saying he’s now a taxista. Granpa feigns amazement then says he doesn’t care what he is, he has no place in her life. As they’re arguing, they hear whistling from outside. It’s Johnny, of course and Granpa goes to investigate. We go through a Laurel and Hardy routine with Johnny, Cutberto, and a ladder while Granpa searches for them but doesn’t see them. He goes back upstairs threatens Pati again if she should be caught with Johnny, etc. etc. Then he threatens to fire Gris if he finds out she’s been helping the lovebirds. Johnny and Cutberto decide to leave their plan for another day and saints preserve us, we go through a chipmunk moment a la TdA (I shudder).

Casa de la Barrera: Tere joins the men downstairs just as Fernando is leaving. She turns to Arturo apologizing for being so selfish last night. It’s just that after so many years of holding back her only thought now was to keep him to herself. She wanted to give them a short time to enjoy themselves as a couple. However, she’s going to see the ob/gyn to make sure everything’s ok so she can hurry up and give him that child he wants so much. Poor sap, he’s so happy and asks if she’s serious. She’s very serious. After all, they can have their time alone once the children are grown. Now it’s his turn to say he was selfish. He’s changed his mind and now thinks it’s best to wait a bit before children.

Hospital: Magda, Daryo, and Mariano are talking about his presentation to possible new investors. He’s very nervous. Talk turns to his obsession with Teresa. He sets them straight that he is no longer interested in her. Magda is happy to hear that saying there are many women who would be happy to be with him. She almost includes herself in this group but catches herself in time.

Elsewhere, Martin is telling Aurora he needs to travel to Cuernavaca on restaurant related business and suggests she come with him. She suggests they make it a one day trip. He really wants to spend the weekend with her, asking about her house or they could spend it at a hotel whatever she prefers. Aida walks in just then (she’s here, she’s there, she’s everywhere!) and teases them about taking a trip together. Aurora asks if she’d like to join them – pleading her with her eyes. Aida declines saying she’s come looking for Mariano.

Juana’s apt: Espe tells Juana she’s decided not to go back to Ruben. Juana thinks all men are jerks. Talk turns to Hector the Director. Juana was worried he was asking for a more formal commitment. Espe wonders how they get along since he’s so serious and Juana’s so happy-go-lucky. They talk about Cutberto’s new GF and how he’ll be happy with lots of children. Espe thinks Juana could be like a second mother to Aurora much like she’s been for Teresa.

Fancy Restaurant: Mariano and Aida arrive and he’s carrying a garment bag and looks muy guapo in his suit and tie. Mariano wonders why she hadn’t told him her friend owns a clothing factory. She talks about the friend’s success story saying he started from nothing. Mariano wonders if he’ll achieve everything he’s ever dreamed of but knows he is dedicating his life to his passion: medicine. She tells him there is another passion he shouldn’t leave behind then pulls him by his tie and plants one on him. Mariano tells her he likes her and has a good time with her but Paulo’s death is still fresh in her mind and she knows what he’s been through with Teresa. It’s too soon for commitments. She’s not asking for commitments and just wants to have a good time with him when they’re together. Now go ahead and kiss me, bobo! He complies and she leaves so he can wait for his meeting.


Patetica Paloma’s (combo scenes): The Weird Sisters, Aida, Paloma, and Geno sit around sipping tea talking about Paulo. Aida tries to lighten things up by asking about Arturo (really?). She tells them about Arturo’s threat to ban her from his hawtness should she continue to disrespect his wife. Geno wonders what witchcraft Teresa uses to control these men? (speaking of witches, Geno’s do is downright frightful). Aida tells her to keep on keepin on but Paloma doesn’t want to run the risk of not being able to see him again (please, so pathetic) Aida wonders if anything happened between them since they ran into each other again. Paloma tells them of the kiss they shared before the wedding when ArTeresa were in the middle of a tiff. Then she asks that they keep this to themselves. Of course, Aida replies. It just wouldn’t do for Teresa to find out and besides that would impede Paloma’s ability to continue to try to get closer to Art. Geno chimes in saying, he asked her not to bother Teresa but he didn’t say anything about coming on to him. They agree the kiss indicates he still may feel something for her. Where there’s smoke there’s fire, or as Geno put it “Donde hubo fuego quedan cenisas” (Ashes remain where there was once a fire)

Mariano’s meeting: He’s at his table with the banker Eduardo when “Arteresa” walk up and greet Eduardo. Apparently he and Arturo know each other quite well. Introductions all around. Mariano is the perfect gentleman and asks how the newlyweds are doing. Eduardo catches on they know each other and Mariano responds, “very well, yes”. Arteresa depart and he gives Mariano a venomous look as they pass him. Mariano is up front with Eduardo telling him about attempting to steal the bride away from the wedding. Eduardo is somewhat impressed, saying if he’s capable of doing that then he’s just as crazy as he is. Mariano has no idea the crazy things (locuras) he’s done in the name of love. He raises his glass in a toast to mujeres hermosas.

Restaurant: Arturo is pissed! Teresa suggests they leave. He refuses, saying if anyone should leave it should be HIM. She reaches over to kiss him as Mariano watches. When they part, they both look over at Mariano.

Casa Geno: Mayra is arguing with Geno saying she’s her best friend and as such should take her side against Ruben. Geno already told her to divorce him but she refuses because she loves him. Either divorce him or be rid of him. But if she takes him back, she needs to do it full on, in terms of love, confidence and business. Mayra’s thought about it but thinks if he lets her down again, she’ll never get over it. Not again.

Restaurant: Mariano is conducting his presentation on his fancy shmancy tablet while we hear Teresa suggesting Arturo take her to his firm and introduce her as his partner and also tell her what her role is. They talk about getting to know the clients, the business. She wants to work together so they can finish earlier, giving them more time together. They kiss and Mariano doesn’t miss this one either. He’s upset by it but keeps his cool.

Vecindad: Night has fallen as Mariano arrives at his apartment. He gets a call from Aida and he tells her the meeting was a success. He agrees a celebration is in order and agrees to meet her at his apartment. At the Chavez household, Teresa excitedly tells her parents about Arturo introducing her at his firm. Refugio of course is not so excited, telling her the partnership was a gift from her husband. True, she’s a lawyer. But she doesn’t have the experience necessary to be a partner in a firm. OUCH! She says she’s not criticizing only suggesting she work hard to help her husband and not let him down. Teresa exclaims exasperatingly that’s precisely what she plans to do. The first thing she’s going to do is recommend a raise for Daddykins, which isn’t met with overwhelming approval from either parent. Negative Nellie mentions the job was given to him even though he had no idea what he was doing. Armando agrees and asks that she hold off increasing his wages until he’s earned it. Teresa accuses him of caving in to Refugio’s criticism. Armando feels Refugio does it out of dignity. Teresa says this isn’t dignity, it’s stupidity! Mommy shoots right back, “I may be stupid but I can go through life with my head held high. I’m not ashamed of anything. I’m not sure you can say the same.” Tiburoncita is not pleased. Tere and Refugio are in a stare down.

Casa Caceres: Ruben arrives as Aida is getting ready to leave and she tells him she’s going to see Mariano. When he protests that she may be doing this just to get back at him, she corrects him saying they have a great time together. Besides, by going to that filthy vecindad she can assure herself he’s staying away from that mugrosa gata (filthy cat) he got involved with. She likes Mariano very much. With the way things are at home, thanks to Daddy, the only thing that makes her happy is Mariano. She leaves him, sarcastingly calling him Papito tan lindo under her breath.

Casa Chavez: Refugio and Armando are now alone and she’s happy he followed her lead in doing the right thing. He doesn’t understand her; it only resulted in her arguing with Teresa. She reminds him Teresa’s no longer a little girl. She’s a grown woman and needs to start acting as such.

Casa Mariano: Uh-oh trouble’s come a-knockin’! Teresa’s come to Mariano’s apt. She’s just come by to find out how his meeting was with the banker. He tells her it went very well, resulting in a big donation. And here she thought the clinics wouldn’t do well and yet they’ve done much better than expected. She tells him that despite what he may think, she’s happy for his success. It’s what she’s always wanted. He says it’s too bad that now that he makes a good living and has his own practice, she isn’t able to enjoy it with him. She tells him she’s hurt by what he said the other day, that he’s no longer interested in her, has forgotten her. He agrees she’s a very beautiful woman and he’ll always like her. She tells him what they have between them is very strong. He goes in for a kiss, agreeing that what they have is stronger than anything. He closes the door when she says others may see them. Then the fool tells her that even though she’s married, she’s still his. Their theme reaches a crescendo and we end for the week. Ay, ay, ay!!!!!

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It's NOT a too-mah. Not a toom-ah at all. Please visit this link for the proper Schwarzenegger pronunciation of the title. He's not my favorite guy at the moment but damn if the clip isn't appropriate for this capitulo.

Fina gives Dr. Pushover an affably evil grin as he mulls over her mystery proposition.

Matilde excitedly greets Jero when he arrives at the hacienda. Jero drops in to visit the unfortunately-no-longer-shirtless Carlos. He assures Jero that his injuries look worse than they really are and that pursuing legal action will be useless. Agustin controls the entire region and everyone is afraid of him. If Jero dredges up trouble with Augie and then heads off for Spain, the whole thing will be forgotten anyway.

Antonio convinces Regina to hire only one official to investigate her missing daughter. Doña Cata brings in a package that was delivered for Regi. She opens the box and pulls out a pair of white baby shoes and a little red-checkered dress. It was the last outfit Reginita was wearing before she was kidnapped. Regi hyperventilates and quickly passes out.

Meanwhile, Gonzo is having evening tea with Constanza. She's glad that Renata has her reputation cleared. Nata arrives and Coni heads into the other room so she and Gonzo can chat. I wonder if Renata has been taking fashion tips from Tia Coni, since they are both wearing similarly styled, salmon-pink dresses.

Gonzo doesn't beat around the bush. "Fina and I are getting a divorce." Nata's eyes widen in surprise.

Cata holds the modern equivalent to smelling salts under Regina's nose until she rouses. Regi cries as she explains that the baby clothes were what her hija was wearing the last time Regi ever saw her. Cata devises that this must mean the baby-snatcher, along with the long-lost Reginita, are somewhere close to them. Regina holds the little dress in a death grip. "My hija is alive! This assurance is the the most valuable thing that has happened to me in years!"

Tony hopes that Regi is right but warns her not to get her hopes up too high. Regi thinks the package might mean the robber regrets stealing Reginita. "The robber knows who I am and wants to contact me but is afraid of the consequences." Tony isn't sure what the package means but thinks it's a good idea to call Detective Cantu immediately.

Agustin tells Dr. Nesme over the phone that he will personally show up at the notary in Ensenada to seal the deal. Dr. Nesme is pleased; as of the following day, Hacienda La Bonita will be Agustin's. Augie wonders why he should bother with the hacienda if Renata isn't there. "I don't know how or when, but both will be mine."

Augie surprises a pretty, young blonde at her apartment. She is clearly happy to see him since they start deep-tonguing the moment his foot crosses the threshold.

Regi sits alone in her bedroom and prays to the Virgin to help her find her hija. She wants nothing more than to hold her daughter in her arms once more.

Nata asks Gonzo if she caused the divorce between him and Fina. Nata knows that they argued for years about how Fina treated her and now that Nata was kicked out...No way, says Gonzo. "Stop blaming yourself for all the problems in the family! Fina and I have been having trouble for a long time and it was finally the moment to accept it." Gonzo says he loves Fina and appreciates all the good times they had together as a family (that presumably didn't involve Fina screeching and seething).

Nata understands how horrible it is not to be able to give someone the love that they desire. Gonzo lays out the game plan: Matias and Gonzo are going to move out while the Fieras continue their reign over the casa. "They need to continue living with all the commodities they are used to. The offer includes you, even if you don't want to live with them." Nata quickly turns him down; she would only cause more problems. Gonzo doesn't want Renata to think that way. "I accept what happened between you and Matias, it affected my greatly, but I accept it. Your presence has filled my life with blessings. You will always be my hija." Renata feels the same way about her padre and hugs him close. If only we could get Gonzo to walk the walk as often as he talks the talk...

Honorio is surprised to find Adriana at the office so late. She finishes just in time to head home to have dinner with her madre. Honorio asks to tag along. Adri is a little taken aback but agrees and runs to grab her things. "How much my life would have changed if I had know about you." Honorio thought-bubbles. Daniel catches a glimpse of Adri leaving with Hon and the music has a fit about it.

Chema meets up with Selene in a restaurant. They have drinks, Sele assuring him that this is the first of many happy encounters. Slow down, girl! I don't think he even knows your name, so don't start filling out the wedding invitations yet.

Roberta enacts phase 2 of Fina's master plan. Rob sits on the stairs and plays her part well. Matias inquires about her mopey mood and Rob says it's because of her heartbreak over their one-night-stand, plus their parents are getting a divorce because Gonzo is interested in another woman. Mat is sure Gonzo doesn't have a wandering eye. Rob cries that she always looked to Gonzo as a padre, even though he always preferred Renata. "Gonzo is divorcing Fina, not you. You and Renata will always be hijas to him."

Rob lets the waterworks flow. "I feel like all men who love me, abandon me. First my real padre and now Gonzo. And you too. We were hermanos." Matias promises that he will always be her brother. Oh, squick. Stop calling each other siblings after you bumped uglies please.

Agustin's lady friend with the incredibly small waist asks why he finally returned. She wanted to marry him, yet he never wanted to commit. "Did you come back to tell me you want to marry me? No, right? Something major must have happened for you to come back to me. Don't tell me what you think I want to hear." Agustin asks her to come with him to the hacienda. "As what? Your friend, lover, or wife?" Agustin grins. "You are my woman. From the moment I met you, I never promised anything more. What do you say?" Lady-friend starts macking with Augie, so I'll take that as a yes.

Jero is in paperwork hell at the hacienda. Everything has to be redone to include Agustin in the contract. Carlos knows that Augie is an astute businessman but he is positive that Jero will win the hacienda back.

Renata and Jero text message each other. They want to see each other soon. She tells him about her parents divorce but she wants to give him the details in person. Lots of "I luuurv you!" and "I lurrv you more!". They both look very happy, so let's just bask in the glow until it inevitably disappears.

Karina gets home to find Dr. Nesme nursing a bottle of tequila. He pours her a drink to celebrate Agustin's acquisition of Hacienda La Bonita. Kari is upset that her hubbie has become one of Augie's minions. "Since Rafa died, you have become Agustin's right arm!" Nesme snaps that he is the doctor around here and he owns no one any explanations. "Shut up. It makes you much prettier." Blech. Is there much more el Doctorcito can do to make us hate him more?

Fina spouts poison to Renata over the phone. "I hope you're happy that you caused this distance between your padre and me!" Nata asks her madre why she is always blamed for everything. Gonzo told her it wasn't her fault. "He is just protecting you! Our decision to divorce wasn't only because of you but because your padre has another woman." Nata does not want to believe such a thing but she does want to visit Fina. For a change, Fina agrees. But not without getting a barb in at Nata. "Maybe for once in your life, I can get you on my side."

Tony tells Regi that the detective will stop by first thing in the morning. He promises Regi that he will help her find her hija and the robber, whatever the cost. I hope he didn't just put the nail in his own coffin with that statement. Tony might end up on the business end of Fina's next knife if he isn't careful.

Honorio shares a pizza with Agatha and Adriana, a decidedly more relaxed get-together than their last dinner party. Even Agatha is enjoying herself. Meanwhile, a concerned Coni tries to call Honorio but is stuck leaving a voicemail.

Chema tells Selene that his future ambition is to own his own restaurant but it would cost a lot of dinero. His padres could help him out but he would rather do it with his own money. Sele is impressed.

It's finally morning in this capitulo! Matilde and Carlos stand in the fields and talk about the contract. Agustin is shrewd and won't let the hacienda go without a fight. Mati has harsh words for Jero because he sold the hacienda out of momentary grief. Jero takes a last look at the gorgeous fields before heading over to the notary with Carlos and Lazaro.

Over breakfast, Honorio tells Constanza about what a time he had with Aggie and Adri the night before. Coni warns him again that he should not get so involved; he is just a friend not a brother or father in the family. Instead of taking the perfect opportunity to tell Constanza the truth, he just clams up about it.

Renata arrives to visit Fina and Roberta snarks at her. Nata finds Fina still in bed and panics when she can't wake her. Nata screams for Roberta to call an ambulance. Gonzo and Matias rush in to help. Nata does what she can to try to wake Fina while Gonzo calls Fina's doctor.

Detective Cantu checks the package that was sent to Regi. He thinks that Reginita must be alive, because whoever sent the package is probably doing so because Reginita is supposed to inherit her father's fortune once she turns 25. Regi is overjoyed at the news.

Jero gets the paperwork and Carlos recognizes the three thugs who beat him up. Lazaro rolls up his sleeves to settle the score. LOL. While I'm sure Lazaro could take the punks single-handedly, Jero convinces him to let it be. Jero has a better way to get revenge on Agustin's goons.

Fina's doctor examines her and informs the family that Fina has been having severe migraines recently. The doctor says they must have been brought on by severe stress. He warns them that they need to be considerate with Fina and avoid upsetting her or riling her emotions, at least until the test results come back. Roberta shoots Gonzo a fierce look.

Agustin arrives at the notary with his lady friend (Arely). He agrees to meet Jero in person, since Jero deigned to show up instead of sending his lackey. Augie orders Dr. Nesme to speed things along.

Fina stirs and everyone rushes to her side. The family leaves so the doctor can talk to Fina alone. Fina sits up triumphantly. The doctor applauds her ability to pull off the ruse. After a little reveling in their wretchedness, the doctor ushers the anxious family back into the room. Nata and Rob rush to Fina's bedside and Gonzo asks to talk to the doctor in private. Fina glares at Nata when she says that her illness was brought upon by all the recent stress. Nata is stricken; she is again being blamed for things beyond her control.

The doctor tells Gonzo that Fina had been having tests done for a while without telling anyone. She didn't want to cause any worry. The doctor is worried that Fina is showing symptoms of a brain tumor(!!!!!). GAHigkmref;lnb4jhfbnrsjfevjnfkjdn (Sorry about that. But this makes me so angry, I had to smash keys in frustration. It's the next best thing to cursing as loud as possible.)

Renata tells Fina that she is going to cancel everything she has to do in favor of taking care of her madre. She gives Regi a call to tell her she won't be in. Fina's hackles raise upon the realization that Nata is working with Regi. "You cannot work in that place! Regina Soberon is your father's lover!" Fina tosses the photos at Nata as proof. "Please, hija. You have to promise me you will never get close to that woman!"

Ines tells Regi and Cata that her son has started his first round of chemo. Meanwhile, Isidro and Andres have both gotten their heads shaved since Andrescito is about to lose his hair anyway.

Nata glances at the pictures of Regina and Gonzo while Fina cries about how Regi is destroying her (Fina's) marriage. Fina tells Nata she will give Gonzo a divorce so he can be happy. Gonzo drops in and Robbie and Nata promise to take care of Fina. Gonzo leaves for work and promises to have a talk with Renata later. Once alone, Fina gloats over the phone to her doctor.

Renata barges into Regina's office and drops the incriminating photos on Regi's desk. "How long have you been my father's lover?" Regina is stunned.

Jero and Co. sit across the table from Agustin and Co. Just as the last of the paperwork is about to be signed, Jero rips the contract in two. Agustin is infuriated but Jero stands strong. "There is no contract. I would rather pay the penalty than sell my brother's land to an ass like you!" The hombres stare daggers at each other. Let the cage match begin! Shirts vs. Skins please. Or rather no shirts at all. :)

Avances: "The competition for Renata is strong. Renata and Roberta come face to face over Jero!" Roberta screeches at Nata and Nata slaps her a good one.

Vocab:

Todo esto se va a quedar en el olvido - All of this will be forgotten.
Un gran hallazgo - A great find. (Tony about the package)
Cada vez que se pega la gana - "Whenever the desire hits". I think it means "On a whim, spur of the moment", as far I I understand it. (Lady-friend Arely to Augie).
No me digas lo que sabes que quiero oir - Don't tell me what you think I want to hear. (Lady-friend Arely to Augie).
Involucrarse - to get involved. (What Coni wishes Hon wouldn't do.)
Jaquecas - migraines (Fina supposedly suffers them.)

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Today's episode is still in the material covered in Melinama's Recap #1 at this link. Read it then come back here to discuss it.

If you don't have access to Telefutura, you can see Cap 4 on YouTube. It starts at this link.

The main points of Cap 4:
Hipo hangs onto her bath. Luis buys her necklace via Martin.
Felipe is attacked by Gasca’s men. Gasca’s attack on Luis fails.
Rodrigo visits Antonio.
Isabel gossips to Juana about Hipólita and Luis.
Esperanza takes her medicine, trying to get pregnant.

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Yep, Max, that asshat, really did suggest that Maria D marry Alonso, basically as a repayment for everything he's done for "them" (taking care of MD when she wanted to run off, etc.) So…pimping out the woman you claim to love? Gee, Max, that's classy.

Alonso is popping pills to deal with his headaches.

Vic admits to the crew that she's been battling cancer. Pip weeps and they all freak out. Then she tells them she's fine. And she's ready to resume her workaholic ways. Hugs all around. Dr. Cesar shows up to applaud Vic. Why?

Maria D isn't sure if she should allow herself to be pimped out. Max suggests they go ask Dr. Cesar, aka, the only doctor in all of the DF [who is willing to put up with this highly dysfunctional family] if Alonso's like, really, really, really dying or what. Cause if he's only mostly dying, we should shake him down for loose change. Pfft. Apparently the idea of Alonso dying, or maybe of MD marrying Alonso, makes Maria D and Max really, really hot for each other, and they suck face like we're about to get a free show.

Pip is ready to party! Dr. Cesar will join the Nueva Casa Victoria crew for dinner.

Os gives the AA group and Leonela a pep talk about recognizing their strengths and getting through one day at a time. The group applauds.

Padres Jer and JP convo about how Vic and MD are being kept apart by Burnie's hate. Because it's easier to do that than blame themselves. Burnie possibly overhears the conversation from her pew.

Max and Maria D totally did it. Creeps. Max gets a call from "Catalina" and says he's on his way over. It's his PI, with possible news about MD's mom. She doesn't go with him so she'll have extra time to formulate questions for the doc about Alonso. Start by having him run an MRI to make sure you still have a brain inside your skull. Just a suggestion.

Napo gives Milagros a medal of the Virgen de Guadalupe for Mothers' Day. She pouts that JuanJo forgot all about her on this day. Of course he didn't! He brought her a big basket of flowers and mariachis to sing Las Mañanitas (**shameless plug** you can hear my version at http://yourlisten.com/channel/content/93969/Las_Ma%C3%B1anitas /shameless plug).

Padre Jer interrupts Chente asking PJP about Tomasa. Chente is done asking Burnie. He's ready to let the cops take care of it. Padre Jer feels faint.

The cops find Alacran's corpse.

Maria D tells Burnie for the millionth time to get the hell out of her house. She's a lousy grandma and it's too late now cause Maria D knows she's a crazy lying bat. Burnie asks for forgiveness. Well, MD has whiplash from all of Burnie's about-faces. Burnie gets pissed at being compared to Vic and denies any relationship between Vic and MD. She crazies about being afraid of losing PJP and blaming MD. *sigh* What is she playing at? I can't keep up with the crazy wheels turning in her crazy head. And enough with the kneeling already! MD is just too hurt. Burnie vows to let her actions speak for her and asks for just one chance. After the commercial break, she caves. I think it was that Univision Card commercial. See above re: MRI of missing brain. Burnie vows again to be like a mother to MD. They hug. Barf!

Padre Jer downplays his freak out. PJP tells Chente to go to the cops and what has to happen will happen. Chente thinks PJP's tone indicates that he suspects something bad will happen. Padre Jer figures Burnie will have to come clean now and suggests they leave this all in God's hands.

A couple of guys bring in a big present for Milagros, covered in a Chivas flag. It's a big-screen covered in the Club America flag.

The Nueva Casa Victoria Crew + Dr. Cesar have drinks. Pip moves enough out of the way to let Dr. Cesar see Os and Leo. Dr. Cesar goes over to ask the two of them to come join the table celebrating Vic's having beaten the cancer. Os is kind of pissed she didn't tell him there was a party, but Vic says they're adding chairs to the table. Leo begs off, saying she just came from an AA meeting. Os opts to escort Leo home. Dr. Cesar thinks Os will come back after. They go back to the table. Ximena saw the whole thing and leaves her potential sugar daddy to call Gui and fill him in.

Max meets the PI, who tells him it's complicated. Max's "sister" may have died in a fire. The place where she lived burned down and a girl disappeared. What?

Gui has time to come down to the restaurant and see the Nueva Casa Victoria crew at the table.

El Profe tries to bring Mili flowers. Napo tries to keep him out. Mili lets him in. El Profe tells Napo that Mili has agreed to marry him.

Gui is pissed at Leo for apparently leaving him for Os…twice! Xi wants to start fresh with a relationship with Gui, just as accomplices. Xi wants to take the baby away from Max and make the Sandovals suffer.

El Profe's mom has given her blessing and will be coming to visit soon. Mili says she can't leave JuanJo and Nathy to live by themselves, so she can't get hitched yet. Plus, she's too young ("pollita" a little chick).

Os and Vic hang out at the house. Os didn't know about the dinner because he was at the AA meeting and his cell was turned off. Os and Vic break their respective arms patting their respective backs over how reasonable and positive and not-killing-each-other they're being right now. And then the jealousy creeps in amid all the big smiles. Oh, but really it's all ok. Vic still hopes to find her pequeña Maria (drink!).

Dr. Cesar knows life has to go on, but he sucks at actually getting to the "going on" part. He's feeling attracted to Vic, but she's married. And a mom. And a grandma. He decides not to think of her.

Leo wonders how happy Os and Vic really are, especially given Os' cheating. She thinks only Os can save her from the abyss. The maid/nanny overhears.

Os and Vic dance. Max comes in to tell them…but he's interrupted by Vic's news. Max and Os both admit they were talking to the doctors behind her back. Max tells them that Vic's daughter is probably dead. Dumb. Ass. Vic cries. He repeats the PI's bizarre explanation. Os still has a brain and says that's way to sketchy to draw a conclusion, but Vic is too upset. Os takes Max back to the office to beat him about the head for being so stupid. No, he doesn't. He just tells Max they'll respect Vic's wishes not to say anything. If Vic doesn't calm down, Os will call Toni. Max apologizes and says it wasn't his intention to upset her. Normally, I say I like 'em cute and dumb, but this is the kind of stupidity that gets warning labels put on hair dryers.

Fer looks at a baby magazine and is busted by Cruz. Snogging ensues. She shows him the cute babies in the magazine (here's a hint, Fer: you can't pick the one you want from a picture in the magazine and get the exact same one). Cruz thinks it means she's pregnant, but they are interrupted by one of the Jarochas and he has to run off.

Vic cries over the doll. Hey, maybe they should MRI her skull too…maybe the missing brain runs in the family! Toni refuses to believe it. That "Maria" is dead, not that Vic is brainless. I can't listen to the rest of this. FF>>

The Maria in question thinks about her earlier convo with Crazy Grandma.

Vic cries some more. FF>>

Max and Maria go to CRIT. They find out the doc's family, as seen in the prominently displayed photo, are all dead. Doc Cesar asks them if they're sure whoring is the solution here.

Chente goes to the cops and reports Tomasa as missing. The cop's ears perk up when he hears Burnie's name, since they just found Alacran's body. They know Alacran was working for Burnie.

Cruz takes a phone call in the patio. He doesn't want to tell the Jarochas what the call was about, but he pays them a peso for the call, since he'd rather not pay the "beso" they're asking for.

Max and Maria defend their dumbass decision to Doc Cesar. Doc thinks Alonso only has 3 weeks to live. He doesn't like Maria sacrificing herself out of pity. Max reassures him that it's not pity, it's gratitude. They tell Doc about Nathy and he turns out to be her thesis advisor. They get back on track. Maria says they really owe Alonso a lot for helping her hide her pregnancy from Max. Max says that Alonso also brought their son back to them. And everyone knows the fee for both those things is Maria herself. You couldn't just give him a goat or a big wad of cash or something? The doc gives them some pills for his symptoms and says they'll have to find a way to get him to take the pills without finding out he's sick.

The cop goes to tell Burnie they're now investigating Alacran's death and Tomasa's disappearance. Burnie opines that Alacran had it coming and Tomasa ran off because Vic gave her a big wad of cash. The cop says they'll be coming back frequently until both matters are resolved. He hesitates before leaving, but walks out.

Televisa called Cruz, but he won't tell Fer what for until she answers his question. Fer tells the truth and gets kicked out of the Sandoval family for it. Well, Cruz doesn't know why Televisa called him. Fer is excited, thinking that it's about his album. Cruz goes to find out, stopping to reproach the neighborhood ladies for gossiping. They continue gossiping. FF>>

Eva is worried the cops will be back. Burnie wants to do something about it, but she needs Eva's help.

Fausto interrupts PJP's praying and asks to talk to him. Fausto knows all--that Maria is PJP's daughter. He tells him not to worry, the truth will out, and MD and Vic will find out about each other when it's time. Fausto asks if PJP thinks it's possible for him to become a priest, what with all his sins. Including having helped dispose of a body. PJP says if he truly repents, PJP will plead his case before the bishop.

Eva calls the cops and anonymously accuses Padilla of murdering Alacran. Burnie thinks it proves her loyalty.

Mili teaches Fer how to cook something. FF>>

They want Cruz to do a show, starting tonight. He accepts and his album producer comes over to feel him up.

Fer learns to cook FF>>

Eva gets to sip some sherry. Burnie also hands her a big wad of cash, partly in thanks and partly as an advance on future misdeeds.

Padilla is planning to get the hell out of Dodge tomorrow. Yes, never do today the escaping from the law you could do tomorrow. Burnie calls to summon him to the Pit. Padilla figures he can make a few extra bucks before he leaves.

Maria D goes to see Alonso, who should be highly suspicious, but he's too hard up for that. MD accepts the commercial job and starts laying groundwork, saying she doesn't think she and Max will ever get married. Alonso offers her a drink and he goes to get some while she switches out his pills. They chat about the baby. MD gives him a hug that makes him slightly suspicious and then she leaves. He immediately gets another sharp pain through the head and takes his new pills.

Fer has set the table for Cruz and he comes home, but he doesn't have time to stop for dinner--he needs to sing for a program tonight. Fer gives him her blessing. He grabs a tortilla and a little of whatever's in the pot and runs back out. Fer is excited that he's going to be on TV, but she's a little sad that all he did was grab a taco.

Tomorrow is Nathy and JuanJo's wedding. FF>>

Burnie gives Padilla a job and an envelope. She wants no trace left and says if they hang, they'll hang together. She orders him to get the rest Alacran's remains. Once he leaves, Eva calls the cops to tell them the murderer is going to the scene of the crime. Eva thought bubbles that Burnie will get hers.

Os visits Leo. He gets all flustered and can't talk. Leo offers to help him the way he's helped her and brings up the good old days.

Pip gets a late-night visit from Mili, in her pj's? She helps herself to a martini and burps. She says she thought it was water and then helps herself to his olive. That's not a euphemism. She tells him tomorrow is Nathy and JuanJo's wedding and the whole Nueva Casa Victoria crew are invited. Pip, I think, says he's going to wear an outfit that will outshine even the bride. She asks about her dress and he says it's both really awesome and really free. Then he offers her another drink.

Os and Leo finish their gab session and Gui catches them saying their goodbye's. He's pissed that Gui is there and accuses Leo of being up to her old tricks. Os leaves and Leo is pissed at Gui. Gui screams back at her and asks how she could do "this" to him, and with the man he hates most in the world. He asks what happened to her desire for vengeance. "You're not in love with him again, are you?"

Vic cries, Doc Cesar comes over, she tells him her daughter is dead.

Sweet William Levy in a Kayak, but these people are stupid!

Tomorrow: Nathy gets married; Burnie gets accused of murder on Padilla's word; Osvaldo gets taken away from the Sandovals and given back to Xi; Max tells Alonso he's not going to give him a chance to take Maria away from him; Maria tells Vic that PJP is her Bio Dad, or so we're led to believe.

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