1 00:00:14,560 --> 00:00:18,640 Aw, look at them. Together, happy, in love. 2 00:00:18,720 --> 00:00:21,240 Who can resist a good love story? 3 00:00:21,320 --> 00:00:24,480 That moment when you look into each other's eyes, and the world, 4 00:00:24,560 --> 00:00:28,040 with all of its flaws, just disappears, and all you want-- 5 00:00:30,040 --> 00:00:34,120 Oh. Sorry if I made you think this one of those love stories. 6 00:00:34,200 --> 00:00:37,680 It is, but they're not the main characters. 7 00:00:37,760 --> 00:00:39,880 Well, not the only ones, at least. 8 00:00:39,960 --> 00:00:44,040 In this story, she is the main character, the chaperone. 9 00:00:44,120 --> 00:00:45,640 Elena Bianda, at your service. 10 00:00:46,160 --> 00:00:49,080 And yes, this is my story. 11 00:00:49,160 --> 00:00:52,320 So it's only fair that I get to tell it, right? 12 00:00:52,400 --> 00:00:55,480 Of course. All yours, Miss Bianda. 13 00:00:55,560 --> 00:00:58,640 Okay, then. We should start from the very beginning. 14 00:01:04,720 --> 00:01:07,360 I'm not a maid. If that's what you're thinking, you're wrong. 15 00:01:08,800 --> 00:01:12,720 I can read. I can write. I have an impeccable education. 16 00:01:12,800 --> 00:01:14,680 And above all, good judgment. 17 00:01:15,960 --> 00:01:20,160 That's why I'm the best chaperone in town. But not the only one, of course. 18 00:01:21,080 --> 00:01:22,880 Some prefer to call us "ladies' companions." 19 00:01:22,960 --> 00:01:24,200 YOUNG LADIES CHAPERONES 20 00:01:24,280 --> 00:01:28,000 These rich young ladies' parents pay me to advise them about love, 21 00:01:28,080 --> 00:01:31,320 protect their honor, and most importantly, to help them find the perfect suitor. 22 00:01:31,400 --> 00:01:32,400 SUITORS 23 00:01:36,720 --> 00:01:38,320 Obviously too old. 24 00:01:42,160 --> 00:01:43,440 Too young. 25 00:01:50,560 --> 00:01:51,600 Too ordinary. 26 00:01:52,400 --> 00:01:56,080 Perfect… if you're also willing to marry his mother. 27 00:01:59,400 --> 00:02:00,280 No. 28 00:02:03,760 --> 00:02:05,280 No. 29 00:02:07,160 --> 00:02:09,600 Don't get me wrong. 30 00:02:09,680 --> 00:02:13,120 I'm crazy about love stories. Especially those with a happy ending. 31 00:02:13,200 --> 00:02:15,000 -I do. -I do. 32 00:02:15,080 --> 00:02:16,600 Yes, I do. 33 00:02:16,680 --> 00:02:17,680 He does. 34 00:02:19,360 --> 00:02:21,400 -Hurrah! -Hurrah! 35 00:02:25,400 --> 00:02:28,280 But the bad thing about my job is that if it's done well… 36 00:02:30,000 --> 00:02:31,120 …it ends. 37 00:02:36,680 --> 00:02:38,560 FAMILY OF ANTONIO BIANDA 38 00:02:38,640 --> 00:02:41,280 Truth is, I could really use your advice. 39 00:02:42,640 --> 00:02:44,000 Things aren't going well for me. 40 00:02:48,720 --> 00:02:51,480 One widowed father. Three daughters. 41 00:02:51,560 --> 00:02:55,040 Now, it's not like I'm happy about their pain, but three sisters. 42 00:02:55,120 --> 00:02:59,120 I mean… three. That's many years of work right there. 43 00:02:59,200 --> 00:03:01,800 I think it's an opportunity I can't pass up. 44 00:03:13,360 --> 00:03:16,080 The books, 50 pesetas, and we'll be set. 45 00:03:18,840 --> 00:03:22,640 Hail Mary, full of grace. 46 00:03:22,720 --> 00:03:24,120 Conceived without sin. 47 00:03:24,200 --> 00:03:26,640 Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. 48 00:03:32,520 --> 00:03:35,800 Don't look at me like that. These are desperate times. 49 00:03:37,200 --> 00:03:38,880 A good family. 50 00:03:38,960 --> 00:03:42,120 Mm-hmm… Decent young ladies. 51 00:03:43,200 --> 00:03:45,320 They lost their mom a year ago. 52 00:03:45,400 --> 00:03:46,840 AGE 20 AN ANGEL 53 00:03:47,480 --> 00:03:51,560 Time for them to get out there, and I am going to take care of that. 54 00:03:51,640 --> 00:03:52,560 AGE 18 A BOOKWORM 55 00:03:53,160 --> 00:03:54,800 AGE 14 STRANGE LITTLE CRITTER 56 00:04:01,720 --> 00:04:02,960 Now all I have to do is follow 57 00:04:03,040 --> 00:04:05,520 the basic manual for all good ladies' companions 58 00:04:05,600 --> 00:04:06,760 so I don't make any mistakes. 59 00:04:07,560 --> 00:04:10,640 Because one mistake can ruin your life. 60 00:04:11,440 --> 00:04:13,880 Even if he's the handsomest mistake you've seen in a long time. 61 00:04:13,960 --> 00:04:17,560 ♪ Oh, yeah! ♪ 62 00:04:21,040 --> 00:04:23,200 I guess you know where this story's going. 63 00:04:23,720 --> 00:04:27,120 Has there ever been a great love story without a heroine in distress? 64 00:04:27,680 --> 00:04:30,960 Admit it. You want to see what happens now. 65 00:04:57,040 --> 00:04:59,920 -Miss… -Elena Bianda. 66 00:05:00,000 --> 00:05:02,200 Bianda. Elena Bianda. 67 00:05:02,280 --> 00:05:05,320 There's no doubt that you have a lot of very impressive references. 68 00:05:07,560 --> 00:05:09,600 Just, aren't you a bit young to be a chaperone? 69 00:05:09,680 --> 00:05:12,160 Aren't you a bit too young to have three daughters? 70 00:05:12,240 --> 00:05:13,960 You're clearly not Mr. Pedro Mencía. 71 00:05:14,560 --> 00:05:16,040 Santiago Torres. Nice to meet you. 72 00:05:16,120 --> 00:05:17,320 Have a seat. 73 00:05:20,960 --> 00:05:26,360 Don Pedro, um… asked me to draw up a preliminary list of candidates. 74 00:05:26,440 --> 00:05:27,400 Are there more? 75 00:05:27,480 --> 00:05:30,680 You didn't expect to be the only one, did you? 76 00:05:34,400 --> 00:05:36,160 I only expect to be the best. 77 00:05:40,320 --> 00:05:42,840 Then I assume you've done some research on the family. 78 00:05:44,000 --> 00:05:46,680 I've done a little bit of research, yes. 79 00:05:46,760 --> 00:05:49,120 So tell me, do you like to read? 80 00:05:51,920 --> 00:05:54,880 -I read whenever I can. -I don't mean the Bible. 81 00:05:54,960 --> 00:05:56,440 Neither do I. 82 00:05:57,480 --> 00:05:59,400 What was the last thing you read? 83 00:05:59,480 --> 00:06:02,320 Mm… Moby Dick. And before that, Doña Perfecta. 84 00:06:03,240 --> 00:06:05,480 The truth is, I like to read, no matter the genre. 85 00:06:05,560 --> 00:06:08,800 -As long as it is good literature. -"Good"? Depends on who you ask. 86 00:06:09,560 --> 00:06:12,520 Wow. Guess I'm being interviewed by a literary critic. 87 00:06:12,600 --> 00:06:15,840 You know, I haven't met a whole lot of women who are into sarcasm. 88 00:06:15,920 --> 00:06:16,800 You're rare. 89 00:06:18,480 --> 00:06:20,840 -Well, I think you got me all wrong. -Did I? 90 00:06:21,840 --> 00:06:23,880 'Cause I thought you were treating me like I'm stupid. 91 00:06:23,960 --> 00:06:25,720 I could say the same about you. 92 00:06:25,800 --> 00:06:27,960 I get it, though. You didn't mean any harm. 93 00:06:30,640 --> 00:06:34,960 So tell me, with that kind of attitude, how will you handle three young ladies? 94 00:06:37,480 --> 00:06:38,560 Check. 95 00:06:40,640 --> 00:06:42,280 I don't know. 96 00:06:44,440 --> 00:06:45,880 With your invaluable help? 97 00:06:48,680 --> 00:06:51,640 -Don Pedro. -Santiago, what are you doing? 98 00:06:51,720 --> 00:06:56,120 Ah, nothing. I was looking for you and, um… I ran into Miss Bianda. 99 00:06:56,200 --> 00:06:59,320 Uh, I'll get going. I'm sure you have important matters to discuss. 100 00:06:59,400 --> 00:07:00,800 Miss Bianda… 101 00:07:02,600 --> 00:07:04,200 My apologies, Miss Bianda. 102 00:07:05,040 --> 00:07:09,560 My daughters are probably behind this. My godson is their favorite puppet. 103 00:07:15,760 --> 00:07:18,640 -If you'd care for a walk… -Sure. 104 00:07:23,360 --> 00:07:27,400 She's not some old spinster. She doesn't look bad. 105 00:07:27,480 --> 00:07:29,040 For the… Ow! 106 00:07:29,120 --> 00:07:31,920 For the best chaperone in town, she's not that old. 107 00:07:32,000 --> 00:07:34,080 But if she's not smart, she's of no use to us. 108 00:07:34,160 --> 00:07:35,560 Oh, yes, she is. 109 00:07:37,680 --> 00:07:39,840 We just need your father to approve of her. 110 00:07:39,920 --> 00:07:43,600 Until not long ago, I spent most of my days away from home for work. 111 00:07:43,680 --> 00:07:46,200 I traveled all across Europe and the African continent. 112 00:07:46,280 --> 00:07:48,800 My wife took care of the house and my daughters. 113 00:07:49,800 --> 00:07:52,720 I am very sorry for your loss, Mr. Mencía. 114 00:07:52,800 --> 00:07:56,840 In times like this, it's important to have someone who knows how to listen. 115 00:07:56,920 --> 00:08:00,160 There are certain things a young lady can't tell her father. 116 00:08:00,240 --> 00:08:01,280 It's only natural. 117 00:08:01,360 --> 00:08:04,880 Daughters have this sense of shame that leads them to keep certain secrets. 118 00:08:04,960 --> 00:08:07,240 And that's fine. That's just the way things are. 119 00:08:08,080 --> 00:08:09,680 It's important that I earn their trust. 120 00:08:09,760 --> 00:08:12,080 And how are you planning on earning mine? 121 00:08:12,840 --> 00:08:15,320 Half the chaperones in town are hoping to be working here 122 00:08:15,400 --> 00:08:16,440 with my daughters. 123 00:08:20,520 --> 00:08:22,360 Well, I lost my parents too. 124 00:08:27,480 --> 00:08:29,960 See you tomorrow, Miss Bianda. 125 00:08:30,040 --> 00:08:31,440 Be punctual. 126 00:08:34,200 --> 00:08:35,560 Three daughters. 127 00:08:36,160 --> 00:08:38,560 A long-term position. Congratulations. 128 00:08:38,640 --> 00:08:41,520 I'm so sorry that you didn't even get to talk to Don Pedro, Alicia. 129 00:08:41,600 --> 00:08:44,000 Don't worry. I won't be short of work. 130 00:08:45,040 --> 00:08:47,600 I just hope the Mencía girls don't give you too much trouble. 131 00:08:47,680 --> 00:08:48,520 Trouble? 132 00:08:48,600 --> 00:08:51,360 They're all lovely young ladies. 133 00:08:51,440 --> 00:08:54,440 Oh, I'm sure. Absolutely lovely, indeed. 134 00:09:20,960 --> 00:09:22,320 Elena! 135 00:09:25,760 --> 00:09:26,760 Let's go! 136 00:09:33,000 --> 00:09:37,240 I hope he didn't see me. Because if he did, it's over for me. 137 00:09:38,200 --> 00:09:39,760 Miss Bianda, how are you? 138 00:09:39,840 --> 00:09:43,320 I suggest the gate if you're leaving. Not the brick wall, you know? 139 00:09:48,400 --> 00:09:50,840 -I was told you got the job. -Mm-hmm. 140 00:09:50,920 --> 00:09:53,560 You have the same poor taste in literature as the Mencía girls. 141 00:09:53,640 --> 00:09:56,720 -Surprisingly. -I don't know about that. I suppose. 142 00:10:02,600 --> 00:10:06,480 I thought it would be a good day. But it most definitely wasn't. 143 00:10:21,680 --> 00:10:25,440 Our whole lives depend on finding a new family. 144 00:10:42,480 --> 00:10:43,600 You're early. 145 00:10:43,680 --> 00:10:45,880 Excuse me? 146 00:10:47,640 --> 00:10:51,120 I was told you've been instructed to be here at 8:00, and to be punctual. 147 00:10:51,200 --> 00:10:53,840 In this house, when we say eight o'clock, it's eight o'clock. 148 00:10:53,920 --> 00:10:56,800 Not five past eight, not five to eight. 149 00:10:56,880 --> 00:10:58,920 Wait until eight o'clock. 150 00:11:17,480 --> 00:11:18,640 What time is it? 151 00:11:24,360 --> 00:11:26,520 I'm only going to say this once. 152 00:11:26,600 --> 00:11:29,000 You'll get up at 7:30 in the morning. 153 00:11:29,080 --> 00:11:31,440 That's the time when the servants start working. 154 00:11:31,520 --> 00:11:33,320 Don't expect leniency from me. 155 00:11:39,040 --> 00:11:41,400 You'll have 30 minutes to get ready. 156 00:11:41,480 --> 00:11:45,200 Because the Mencía ladies get down for breakfast at eight o'clock. 157 00:11:51,760 --> 00:11:54,080 You'll have breakfast with the girls until 8:30. 158 00:11:54,160 --> 00:11:57,440 I will then be in charge of their instruction and education. 159 00:11:57,520 --> 00:12:00,400 At that point, you will stay out of the way, of course. 160 00:12:00,480 --> 00:12:01,560 Your room. 161 00:12:09,160 --> 00:12:11,440 It adjoins Miss Cristina's room. 162 00:12:12,040 --> 00:12:14,720 As the eldest, she's your priority. 163 00:12:15,960 --> 00:12:18,920 The Mencía sisters are not like the other women you've served in the past. 164 00:12:19,000 --> 00:12:21,320 "Accompanied," if you don't mind. 165 00:12:21,400 --> 00:12:23,720 The family name is now as your own. 166 00:12:23,800 --> 00:12:26,080 The future of those girls is in your hands. 167 00:12:26,160 --> 00:12:28,120 I hope you're up to the task. 168 00:12:28,200 --> 00:12:32,200 Because if you're not, I will ensure Don Pedro knows about it. 169 00:12:32,280 --> 00:12:34,720 I'm his person of trust in this house. 170 00:12:34,800 --> 00:12:36,320 And that, I assure you, 171 00:12:37,560 --> 00:12:38,960 will not change. 172 00:12:41,680 --> 00:12:43,840 It's getting more complicated by the minute. 173 00:12:44,360 --> 00:12:47,200 First, it was the carriage, and now Doña Angustias. 174 00:12:50,800 --> 00:12:51,840 Miss Bianda! 175 00:12:55,200 --> 00:12:57,840 Get out right now. 176 00:12:57,920 --> 00:12:59,800 Right now, young lady! 177 00:13:00,320 --> 00:13:03,560 Do you think this is a nice way of welcoming Miss Bianda? 178 00:13:04,160 --> 00:13:05,880 Apologize to her right now, or I'll have to-- 179 00:13:05,960 --> 00:13:07,320 Just leave us alone? 180 00:13:08,240 --> 00:13:09,680 Right now, please. 181 00:13:17,040 --> 00:13:19,400 What? Am I in trouble, miss? 182 00:13:19,480 --> 00:13:21,120 For a little prank? 183 00:13:27,360 --> 00:13:29,520 A terribly tasteless prank! 184 00:13:35,840 --> 00:13:37,880 And the best one ever played on me. 185 00:13:38,440 --> 00:13:40,360 I can't imagine my face. 186 00:13:41,200 --> 00:13:44,000 This type of behavior will not be tolerated! 187 00:13:46,160 --> 00:13:48,600 I'm too young to have a heart attack, am I not? 188 00:13:49,800 --> 00:13:52,440 So I expect this to never happen again! 189 00:13:54,840 --> 00:13:57,200 You're too young for me to find you a husband. 190 00:13:58,320 --> 00:14:01,160 So I think it's best for both of us if we become friends. 191 00:14:04,240 --> 00:14:07,040 You're worse than Doña Angustias! 192 00:14:11,280 --> 00:14:13,760 It's best for both of us if she doesn't know. 193 00:14:16,440 --> 00:14:18,120 -That's right. -It's not. 194 00:14:18,200 --> 00:14:19,120 -It is. -No. 195 00:14:19,200 --> 00:14:21,120 Some pranks cannot be allowed. 196 00:14:21,200 --> 00:14:24,560 I agree. Carlota needs to be punished for what she did. 197 00:14:24,640 --> 00:14:26,440 For a fright? Cristina… 198 00:14:26,520 --> 00:14:29,240 Angustias, leave us. I'll handle it. 199 00:14:29,320 --> 00:14:30,880 Behave yourselves. 200 00:14:32,280 --> 00:14:33,800 Why do you defend her? 201 00:14:33,880 --> 00:14:36,200 -Because it's just silly! -That's what I said. 202 00:14:36,280 --> 00:14:38,480 It's not silly. She disrespected Miss Bianda. 203 00:14:38,560 --> 00:14:40,080 -Don't worry about me. -Forgive us. 204 00:14:40,160 --> 00:14:41,040 Forgive my big sister, 205 00:14:41,120 --> 00:14:43,200 who believes she's the one to call the shots now. 206 00:14:43,280 --> 00:14:46,160 -I'm just concerned about you, that's all! -Don't! You're not our mother! 207 00:14:50,360 --> 00:14:52,240 We're sorry. And welcome. 208 00:14:53,840 --> 00:14:54,840 Welcome. 209 00:15:13,480 --> 00:15:17,640 I know what you're about to say. I can't sleep because of the girls. 210 00:15:18,840 --> 00:15:21,000 I know my first day wasn't a triumph, but… 211 00:15:24,800 --> 00:15:26,200 …that's not the reason. 212 00:15:36,400 --> 00:15:37,800 Did you hear that? 213 00:16:05,560 --> 00:16:08,080 Where do you think you're going? 214 00:16:17,360 --> 00:16:20,040 I just wanted to get some fresh air, Miss Bianda. 215 00:16:23,200 --> 00:16:25,200 It's much too cold for a night walk. 216 00:16:26,240 --> 00:16:27,800 You should go back to bed. 217 00:16:33,760 --> 00:16:35,600 Yes, I just ruined her plan. 218 00:16:35,680 --> 00:16:37,800 But I'm afraid I can't afford a scandal. 219 00:16:37,880 --> 00:16:39,400 Young lady! 220 00:17:12,880 --> 00:17:15,560 Their behavior yesterday was shameful. 221 00:17:17,680 --> 00:17:19,520 Your daughters need discipline. 222 00:17:22,040 --> 00:17:24,600 I don't think that young woman can help them with that. 223 00:17:24,680 --> 00:17:28,280 That confirms it. The control freak is the spy. 224 00:17:28,360 --> 00:17:31,480 Don't worry, Angustias. As I said, it's a trial period. 225 00:17:32,000 --> 00:17:34,600 -We'll see how she does tonight. -Tonight? 226 00:17:34,680 --> 00:17:36,680 -If she doesn't do well… -What's going on? 227 00:17:36,760 --> 00:17:38,960 If she doesn't, I'll fire her myself, sir. 228 00:17:39,480 --> 00:17:40,600 Very well. 229 00:17:43,560 --> 00:17:46,040 -Angustias! -What are you doing there? Eavesdropping? 230 00:17:46,120 --> 00:17:50,120 Just a happy coincidence, that's all. Do you always expect the worst of people? 231 00:17:50,200 --> 00:17:53,120 Rhetorical question. I'm pretty sure I know the answer. 232 00:17:53,200 --> 00:17:54,360 Have a nice day. 233 00:18:02,000 --> 00:18:03,080 Good morning. 234 00:18:09,760 --> 00:18:10,960 All right. 235 00:18:11,880 --> 00:18:14,840 This is exactly what we needed. A quiet breakfast. 236 00:18:14,920 --> 00:18:15,760 Nice and peaceful. 237 00:18:15,840 --> 00:18:17,840 -Give it a minute, my sister's-- -You're a pain! 238 00:18:17,920 --> 00:18:21,080 -Yeah, and you're boring, Cristina! -I'm boring, yeah, whatever, who cares? 239 00:18:21,160 --> 00:18:24,320 Laugh! Come on, laugh out loud! 240 00:18:35,200 --> 00:18:37,000 Good morning, Don Pedro. 241 00:18:37,080 --> 00:18:39,760 Excuse us, please. You caught us in a fit of laughter. 242 00:18:40,520 --> 00:18:42,080 Your daughters are so much fun! 243 00:18:42,160 --> 00:18:45,520 Angustias told me that you didn't receive the best of welcomes yesterday. 244 00:18:46,120 --> 00:18:47,880 Well, just sisters squabbling. 245 00:18:47,960 --> 00:18:49,400 Happens all the time. 246 00:18:49,480 --> 00:18:53,520 But your daughters are… well, they're just… angelic. 247 00:18:57,720 --> 00:18:59,680 Doña Angustias is waiting for you in the classroom. 248 00:18:59,760 --> 00:19:02,680 -She's not in a good mood today. -When is she ever? 249 00:19:03,440 --> 00:19:04,400 If you'll excuse us. 250 00:19:08,120 --> 00:19:09,120 Come on. 251 00:19:27,720 --> 00:19:29,360 Now that we're alone, Miss Bianda, 252 00:19:29,440 --> 00:19:32,360 I would like to discuss an important matter with you. 253 00:19:32,440 --> 00:19:34,280 And now here comes the surprise. 254 00:19:34,800 --> 00:19:35,680 Tell me. 255 00:19:35,760 --> 00:19:38,640 Tonight the Ortega's will be having a soirée at their house. 256 00:19:38,720 --> 00:19:42,240 I think it's about time for, uh… my daughters to resume their social lives, 257 00:19:42,320 --> 00:19:43,720 especially Cristina. 258 00:19:44,560 --> 00:19:48,160 I don't want her to miss the opportunity to meet with the man who's courting her. 259 00:19:48,240 --> 00:19:50,400 Do you mean your godson, Mr. Torres? 260 00:19:51,080 --> 00:19:53,120 Santiago? 261 00:19:53,200 --> 00:19:54,880 God, no. No. 262 00:19:55,520 --> 00:19:56,720 Oh, I'm sorry. 263 00:19:56,800 --> 00:20:00,600 Her suitor's name is Eduardo Espinosa de Monier. 264 00:20:00,680 --> 00:20:01,680 Do you know him? 265 00:20:01,760 --> 00:20:05,480 Absolutely, he's a… polite young man, from a good family. 266 00:20:05,560 --> 00:20:07,200 I think he's a great suitor. 267 00:20:07,720 --> 00:20:11,520 My wife was their go-between. But she wasn't sure of their feelings. 268 00:20:13,400 --> 00:20:16,880 Don't worry, Don Pedro. I'll take care of Miss Cristina. 269 00:20:25,800 --> 00:20:27,280 Good afternoon, young lady. 270 00:20:30,280 --> 00:20:31,200 Thanks. 271 00:20:32,000 --> 00:20:33,560 How about this for tonight? 272 00:20:35,400 --> 00:20:37,000 I don't know if I can. 273 00:20:40,840 --> 00:20:44,600 It seems like the pain won't go away. You'll miss her all your life. 274 00:20:47,080 --> 00:20:49,040 But you can either choose to miss her lying in bed, 275 00:20:49,120 --> 00:20:51,040 locked at home, fighting with your sisters, 276 00:20:51,120 --> 00:20:53,680 letting life pass you by… or you can choose to live. 277 00:20:54,520 --> 00:20:56,360 What would your mother say if she were here? 278 00:20:59,600 --> 00:21:01,200 She did love gatherings. 279 00:21:01,280 --> 00:21:02,360 She wouldn't want you 280 00:21:02,440 --> 00:21:05,320 to spend the best years of your life lying there in bed, 281 00:21:05,840 --> 00:21:08,600 taking care of your sisters as if you were their mother. 282 00:21:09,400 --> 00:21:10,600 You need to get out. 283 00:21:11,480 --> 00:21:13,800 You need to smile, to have fun. 284 00:21:15,000 --> 00:21:20,480 And you need to let the handsome young man who sent you this letter take you out. 285 00:21:28,080 --> 00:21:29,960 Isn't that what life is all about? 286 00:21:43,080 --> 00:21:47,600 I'd give all I have to see you walk down those stairs every single day of my life. 287 00:21:49,360 --> 00:21:51,640 I haven't seen you smile like that in a while. 288 00:21:52,120 --> 00:21:55,240 She is somewhat to blame. She's my companion, Elena Bianda. 289 00:21:55,320 --> 00:21:56,720 A pleasure. 290 00:21:57,880 --> 00:21:59,400 Tonight you are also a guest. 291 00:22:00,480 --> 00:22:01,760 We'll behave, right? 292 00:22:01,840 --> 00:22:05,040 Trying to charm the chaperone, so subtle, Mr. Espinosa. 293 00:22:05,120 --> 00:22:07,480 And you can have whatever you want for dinner. 294 00:22:07,560 --> 00:22:09,640 Will there be poison for dinner? 295 00:22:11,360 --> 00:22:14,520 -I guess she wanted to join the party. -Good guess. 296 00:22:15,240 --> 00:22:18,000 We better make our way there, if we want to be on time. 297 00:22:42,160 --> 00:22:44,800 If it weren't for me, you'd be very busy tonight. 298 00:22:45,600 --> 00:22:47,160 You'll have to explain to me why men 299 00:22:47,240 --> 00:22:49,680 pay more attention to a woman when she is accompanied. 300 00:22:50,360 --> 00:22:51,480 Santiago! 301 00:22:51,560 --> 00:22:53,600 Cristina! Eduardo. 302 00:22:53,680 --> 00:22:56,280 I thought even writers took breaks from time to time. 303 00:22:56,360 --> 00:22:58,080 Didn't they teach you to have fun? 304 00:22:58,160 --> 00:23:00,440 It's easier to have fun when you don't work. 305 00:23:00,520 --> 00:23:03,640 -Some people want to work. -Or they can't be still. 306 00:23:03,720 --> 00:23:05,440 What were you writing about today? 307 00:23:05,520 --> 00:23:09,320 The duke and the duchess have another soirée at the same time… 308 00:23:24,240 --> 00:23:25,240 Tell you what. 309 00:23:25,320 --> 00:23:27,280 I'll leave you while I dance with this young lady. 310 00:23:27,360 --> 00:23:29,640 Miss Bianda, with your permission. 311 00:23:34,960 --> 00:23:36,520 Uh, nice to see you, Cristina. 312 00:23:39,440 --> 00:23:42,200 Eduardo and you are old friends, right? 313 00:23:42,280 --> 00:23:43,600 Acquaintances. 314 00:24:28,440 --> 00:24:31,080 Bianda, do you have a family? 315 00:24:32,360 --> 00:24:33,440 Why do you ask? 316 00:24:34,400 --> 00:24:35,400 I'm just curious. 317 00:24:36,840 --> 00:24:38,000 Why don't you answer? 318 00:24:40,560 --> 00:24:43,040 Because I'm surprised that you're so interested in my life. 319 00:24:43,920 --> 00:24:46,480 I'm surprised a chaperone is so good at dialectics. 320 00:24:47,000 --> 00:24:50,800 Does it bother you that I'm quick-witted, or are you upset you're bested by a woman? 321 00:24:50,880 --> 00:24:53,600 Will you keep avoiding the question, or will you answer it? 322 00:24:58,240 --> 00:24:59,440 Um… 323 00:25:07,760 --> 00:25:08,720 You know what? 324 00:25:08,800 --> 00:25:11,640 You'll have to tell me how you guessed our Mencía girls' favorite books. 325 00:25:12,480 --> 00:25:13,520 What are you saying? 326 00:25:14,120 --> 00:25:15,120 Nothing. 327 00:25:16,120 --> 00:25:19,280 Only that you like to be well-informed and are used to going about unnoticed. 328 00:25:20,320 --> 00:25:21,920 Just like you, as I can see. 329 00:25:22,560 --> 00:25:24,920 You're taking notes while everyone else is having fun. 330 00:25:27,600 --> 00:25:30,840 Well, some are born to be characters in novels, others are born to write them. 331 00:25:32,360 --> 00:25:34,040 I hope you're at least a good writer. 332 00:25:34,120 --> 00:25:35,160 Hey… 333 00:25:36,200 --> 00:25:37,960 Come on. 334 00:25:38,040 --> 00:25:40,880 I may be a terrible literary critic, but a writer, 335 00:25:40,960 --> 00:25:42,160 I swear I'm not bad. 336 00:25:42,240 --> 00:25:44,120 I guess we'll see. I haven't read your novel. 337 00:25:44,200 --> 00:25:45,520 Now, if you'll excuse me. 338 00:25:53,720 --> 00:25:56,000 How's the first soirée with the Mencías going? 339 00:25:56,080 --> 00:25:59,640 I'd say it started off amazing. He's a very handsome young man. 340 00:26:00,320 --> 00:26:02,480 We're not supposed to fall in love in this line of work. 341 00:26:02,560 --> 00:26:04,280 Our job isn't to make them fall in love. 342 00:26:04,360 --> 00:26:06,280 Our job is to find them a husband, and that's it. 343 00:26:06,360 --> 00:26:09,720 We have to accept it. We're all going to stay unmarried forever. 344 00:26:09,800 --> 00:26:12,120 That's no reason to wallow in self-pity, Adelita. 345 00:26:12,200 --> 00:26:15,560 I don't know about you girls, but I'd rather not starve on the streets. 346 00:26:15,640 --> 00:26:18,440 The way you were looking at him, it would be hard not to. 347 00:26:20,800 --> 00:26:22,360 I'm getting some grape juice. Want some? 348 00:26:22,440 --> 00:26:23,800 -No. -No. 349 00:26:41,920 --> 00:26:44,000 Thank you for the info on the Mencías. 350 00:26:44,600 --> 00:26:47,680 Now you're going to have to tell me how you actually got the job, right? 351 00:26:48,680 --> 00:26:50,400 I told him I'd lost my family. 352 00:26:50,480 --> 00:26:52,240 Hmm. You lied to him. 353 00:26:53,200 --> 00:26:55,440 -But that's not the worst part. -Ah. 354 00:26:57,840 --> 00:26:59,000 Gabriel is here. 355 00:26:59,880 --> 00:27:00,880 Here, where? 356 00:27:02,400 --> 00:27:04,520 I saw him when I was leaving the other day. 357 00:27:05,320 --> 00:27:06,720 He's in town. 358 00:27:08,280 --> 00:27:09,480 What a coincidence. 359 00:27:10,560 --> 00:27:13,480 -Coincidence or not, if he finds out-- -If who finds out? 360 00:27:14,560 --> 00:27:17,480 Alicia, eavesdropping on other people's conversations is very rude. 361 00:27:17,560 --> 00:27:19,960 Relax, honey. I just wanted to say hi 362 00:27:20,040 --> 00:27:21,960 and see how things are going with the Mencías. 363 00:27:22,040 --> 00:27:23,360 It has been amazing. 364 00:27:23,440 --> 00:27:24,960 -Glad to hear that. -Sure you are. 365 00:27:25,800 --> 00:27:27,680 I'm chaperoning a young lady already. 366 00:27:27,760 --> 00:27:30,240 Fortunately I was chosen in my last interview. 367 00:27:30,760 --> 00:27:32,160 Alba de Ibáñez. 368 00:27:36,040 --> 00:27:39,120 So, uh… not too demanding young lady, is that so? 369 00:27:41,440 --> 00:27:42,800 Whereas the Mencías… 370 00:27:43,600 --> 00:27:44,840 Cristina is a charm. 371 00:27:46,760 --> 00:27:51,040 While Sara, on the other hand, is a special lady. 372 00:27:51,760 --> 00:27:53,760 One of the best at using the fan. 373 00:27:55,680 --> 00:27:56,800 Three sisters… 374 00:27:58,000 --> 00:27:59,360 three times the work. 375 00:28:14,560 --> 00:28:16,880 -He didn't step on your toes once! -He's charming. 376 00:28:16,960 --> 00:28:18,000 And very handsome. 377 00:28:18,080 --> 00:28:20,440 You know what they say about men who know how to dance… 378 00:28:20,520 --> 00:28:22,440 No. What do they say? 379 00:28:22,520 --> 00:28:24,160 Don't listen to them, darling. 380 00:28:24,240 --> 00:28:26,040 Girls nowadays have their minds in the gutter. 381 00:28:26,120 --> 00:28:28,720 Hey, Doña Paquita! You hear what you want to hear. 382 00:28:28,800 --> 00:28:32,320 It's always worked. You should learn a thing or two from me. 383 00:28:32,400 --> 00:28:33,480 I should get going. 384 00:28:34,000 --> 00:28:36,400 Eduardo's waiting. We're going for a walk in the garden, alone. 385 00:28:36,480 --> 00:28:39,160 That's so romantic. So lovely! 386 00:28:39,240 --> 00:28:40,480 Have fun! 387 00:28:40,560 --> 00:28:42,960 -I don't know about alone, though. -I'll come with. 388 00:28:44,040 --> 00:28:46,240 -Naturally. -Oh, I didn't doubt it. 389 00:28:46,760 --> 00:28:51,080 And, well, thank you, Esther for recommending the best chaperone in town. 390 00:28:51,160 --> 00:28:53,760 Anything for a good friend. Right, Josefina? 391 00:28:53,840 --> 00:28:55,440 Of course. Anything. 392 00:29:06,200 --> 00:29:07,280 Elena! 393 00:29:09,560 --> 00:29:13,080 It's Miss Sara. You asked me to watch her. 394 00:29:14,320 --> 00:29:15,360 I can't find her. 395 00:29:15,440 --> 00:29:16,640 What? 396 00:29:17,840 --> 00:29:20,280 Three girls are too many. And you know it. 397 00:29:24,400 --> 00:29:25,880 Did something happen? 398 00:29:27,320 --> 00:29:29,960 No. Uh… ju… just personal matters. 399 00:29:31,320 --> 00:29:34,280 -Should we go back with you? -No, no, no. Everything's fine. 400 00:29:38,760 --> 00:29:41,480 You can trust me. 401 00:29:43,920 --> 00:29:45,400 I need just a few minutes. 402 00:30:23,440 --> 00:30:26,720 This is the skull, this is the occipital lobe, mandible… 403 00:30:27,760 --> 00:30:29,000 -And this? -Just-- 404 00:30:29,080 --> 00:30:30,080 What are you doing? 405 00:30:30,160 --> 00:30:32,600 -Okay. -Ah. 406 00:30:35,120 --> 00:30:36,960 Have you met Doctor Águilar? 407 00:30:37,040 --> 00:30:39,000 I met him last night in your carriage, I believe. 408 00:30:39,080 --> 00:30:40,360 Ah… 409 00:30:40,440 --> 00:30:43,640 Well, I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. I know this isn't the best way to… 410 00:30:43,720 --> 00:30:46,360 You see, I treated her mother before she, um… 411 00:30:46,880 --> 00:30:50,200 Well, I noticed how Sara cared for her. 412 00:30:50,280 --> 00:30:51,960 Her hunger for more knowledge 413 00:30:52,480 --> 00:30:56,640 Uh… it would truly be a, uh… well, a loss, uh… 414 00:30:56,720 --> 00:30:59,280 to not nurture all that talent and… and dedication-- 415 00:30:59,360 --> 00:31:02,680 Ah! Then I take it that you're her tutor of sorts. 416 00:31:02,760 --> 00:31:04,440 That's right. I'm her tutor. 417 00:31:05,600 --> 00:31:07,480 Thank you very much, Doctor. You may… 418 00:31:08,320 --> 00:31:10,560 You may go now. I'll see you soon. 419 00:31:12,520 --> 00:31:15,240 All right. 420 00:31:23,160 --> 00:31:24,880 It would be great if you didn't tell anyone. 421 00:31:26,160 --> 00:31:28,280 Ah, so you'd rather people just think you're dim-witted? 422 00:31:29,040 --> 00:31:30,880 To them thinking I study medicine? 423 00:31:31,720 --> 00:31:34,000 Doesn't every family deserve a black sheep? 424 00:31:34,080 --> 00:31:36,840 -It's practically a tradition. -So why do it in secret? 425 00:31:36,920 --> 00:31:39,600 Well, you see, because Father wouldn't allow it. 426 00:31:39,680 --> 00:31:43,040 And I would need his permission to actually enroll in a medical school. 427 00:31:43,640 --> 00:31:46,720 But I've been thinking that maybe, if I pass the entrance exam, 428 00:31:48,280 --> 00:31:49,560 I could maybe change his mind. 429 00:31:50,400 --> 00:31:53,320 I just need you to cover for me for a few days. 430 00:31:53,400 --> 00:31:57,280 The only thing I'm asking you is to let me to choose my own destiny. 431 00:32:04,200 --> 00:32:05,240 See? 432 00:32:16,280 --> 00:32:17,640 Everything all right? 433 00:32:19,360 --> 00:32:21,440 As it should be, Don Pedro. 434 00:32:22,680 --> 00:32:24,040 Time to go, then. 435 00:32:24,560 --> 00:32:26,160 Why don't you go ahead? 436 00:32:26,240 --> 00:32:28,440 Miss Cristina and I will arrive later with Eduardo. 437 00:32:29,040 --> 00:32:30,600 They should be seen together. 438 00:32:31,200 --> 00:32:33,400 Thank you, Miss Bianda. Come on. 439 00:33:14,360 --> 00:33:16,880 -I can explain! -It's pretty obvious. 440 00:33:16,960 --> 00:33:19,400 -Elena? -Don't make any noise. 441 00:33:20,280 --> 00:33:23,920 -Everything all right? -Yes! Mm, uh… Wonderful party, right? 442 00:33:24,000 --> 00:33:27,560 Ah, so then… You weren't planning to leave, right? 443 00:33:27,640 --> 00:33:29,920 No, of course not. I'm just getting some air. 444 00:33:30,000 --> 00:33:33,280 And Miss Cristina? Is she alone? 445 00:33:33,360 --> 00:33:36,840 I saw her before with her suitor, I believe. They were all lovey-dovey. 446 00:33:38,720 --> 00:33:40,320 Oh, I'd be willing to bet my-- 447 00:33:40,400 --> 00:33:41,760 Fire! 448 00:33:42,280 --> 00:33:44,040 Fire! 449 00:33:44,120 --> 00:33:46,360 Fire! Help! Fire! 450 00:33:58,880 --> 00:33:59,880 Elena! 451 00:33:59,960 --> 00:34:03,000 No! Elena, no! No! Get away from the bush! 452 00:34:16,000 --> 00:34:17,000 Are you all right? 453 00:34:26,880 --> 00:34:28,520 You almost got burned, darling. 454 00:34:38,400 --> 00:34:40,640 Mm, what matters is nobody got hurt. 455 00:34:40,720 --> 00:34:42,960 And also nobody found out what happened. 456 00:34:43,040 --> 00:34:44,720 I found out, and that is enough. 457 00:34:46,200 --> 00:34:47,640 What were you thinking, Cristina? 458 00:34:51,440 --> 00:34:55,960 I was thinking I should stop being a mother to my sisters and just be me. 459 00:34:58,640 --> 00:35:00,600 And for a moment, just being happy. 460 00:35:01,080 --> 00:35:03,120 You told me that yourself, "Live!" 461 00:35:03,200 --> 00:35:05,960 I meant dancing. Not this. 462 00:35:07,760 --> 00:35:09,720 What you saw was pure and sincere love. 463 00:35:09,800 --> 00:35:11,720 Well, I presume you're getting married, then. 464 00:35:13,320 --> 00:35:15,200 For both your reputation and mine. 465 00:35:16,200 --> 00:35:18,360 You know what would happen if people found out? 466 00:35:19,480 --> 00:35:22,240 And I thought your sister would be the one causing problems. 467 00:35:23,320 --> 00:35:24,920 -I'm sorry. -Don't be sorry. 468 00:35:25,520 --> 00:35:26,520 I don't regret it. 469 00:35:26,600 --> 00:35:29,440 I'll ask for your hand, we'll get married, and be happy. 470 00:35:30,080 --> 00:35:31,120 I love you. 471 00:35:36,280 --> 00:35:37,320 I'm still here! 472 00:35:43,960 --> 00:35:45,760 ONE MONTH LATER 473 00:35:46,680 --> 00:35:49,320 No. They're not for a funeral. 474 00:35:49,960 --> 00:35:51,680 Today is a special day. 475 00:35:51,760 --> 00:35:53,840 I've never been happier about a proposal, I think. 476 00:35:53,920 --> 00:35:56,720 No, I told you. I can't. Please! Forget it! 477 00:35:56,800 --> 00:35:59,200 -No! Hey. No! -So you won't stay for the proposal? 478 00:35:59,280 --> 00:36:01,480 -I can't! I can't. -It's the happiest day of my life! 479 00:36:01,560 --> 00:36:03,960 Miss Bianda, help me make him stay. 480 00:36:04,760 --> 00:36:07,080 If you can't, I really doubt my wit can either. 481 00:36:07,600 --> 00:36:09,720 She's right. I tried to postpone my plans, but-- 482 00:36:09,800 --> 00:36:13,160 I don't believe you. What's so important that you couldn't postpone? 483 00:36:14,840 --> 00:36:16,720 Well, Cristina, the truth is… 484 00:36:16,800 --> 00:36:19,040 I can't stay because I wouldn't be able to… 485 00:36:27,320 --> 00:36:28,320 Oh. 486 00:36:29,360 --> 00:36:30,960 …to say no to my boss again. 487 00:36:31,040 --> 00:36:33,280 Having a job comes with a great responsibility. 488 00:36:33,360 --> 00:36:36,560 And… And I'm sorry, but I have to go. 489 00:36:36,640 --> 00:36:38,960 For a moment, I thought he was going to say something else. 490 00:36:39,680 --> 00:36:41,720 Do you like them? 491 00:36:42,880 --> 00:36:44,040 They're beautiful. 492 00:36:45,200 --> 00:36:46,240 I'm so nervous. 493 00:36:46,320 --> 00:36:47,760 Everything will be perfect. 494 00:36:53,240 --> 00:36:54,320 Psst. 495 00:37:00,160 --> 00:37:01,640 And so, what's the plan for tonight? 496 00:37:02,440 --> 00:37:05,280 I told a trusted coachman to wait across the street after the proposal. 497 00:37:05,360 --> 00:37:07,560 But you must be back before 12 o'clock. 498 00:37:08,160 --> 00:37:11,680 That's when your father will be back. I'll leave the back door open. 499 00:37:11,760 --> 00:37:12,880 Thank you. 500 00:37:21,960 --> 00:37:23,280 Seriously? 501 00:37:24,280 --> 00:37:25,560 Why can't I be wearing black? 502 00:37:25,640 --> 00:37:27,320 Because this is a proposal, not a funeral. 503 00:37:27,920 --> 00:37:28,960 Isn't it the same? 504 00:37:31,160 --> 00:37:33,800 All right. But don't scare anyone. 505 00:37:37,880 --> 00:37:41,400 Miss Bianda, I'm curious about your methods. 506 00:37:41,480 --> 00:37:45,040 How did you get a girl who was sobbing here, there, and everywhere to suddenly-- 507 00:37:45,120 --> 00:37:47,840 You want to hire me? I am the best, but I don't work miracles. 508 00:37:47,920 --> 00:37:49,960 Miracles? The Holy Virgin! 509 00:38:16,400 --> 00:38:18,640 You didn't stay for the proposal? 510 00:38:34,640 --> 00:38:36,080 I can't do this, Juana. 511 00:38:38,560 --> 00:38:39,560 It's over. 512 00:38:42,480 --> 00:38:44,320 You know what they say, kiddo. 513 00:38:46,080 --> 00:38:50,480 When you finish a book, you can always start another one. 514 00:38:52,040 --> 00:38:53,040 Here. 515 00:39:04,680 --> 00:39:06,640 On my signal, you may start playing. 516 00:39:18,200 --> 00:39:20,160 What if something happened to him, Father? 517 00:39:20,680 --> 00:39:22,120 I hope so, for his sake. 518 00:39:23,120 --> 00:39:25,040 I'm sure he's, uh… almost here. 519 00:39:38,680 --> 00:39:40,120 He's here! 520 00:39:41,360 --> 00:39:42,560 He's here! 521 00:40:13,480 --> 00:40:14,920 What a welcome! 522 00:40:15,520 --> 00:40:16,560 I feel like a king. 523 00:40:17,480 --> 00:40:20,440 This is for Miss Cristina Mencía. A letter. 524 00:40:43,080 --> 00:40:45,840 Stop! Stop! Stop! 525 00:40:48,520 --> 00:40:50,600 And by the way, who's paying my fee? 526 00:40:59,120 --> 00:41:02,240 "Dear Miss Mencía, I am sorry for giving you false hopes." 527 00:41:02,320 --> 00:41:04,920 "I'm leaving for Paris at once. Do not seek me out." 528 00:41:05,000 --> 00:41:06,160 "Our union is impossible." 529 00:41:06,240 --> 00:41:08,080 "I'm sorry for any inconvenience I caused…" 530 00:41:08,160 --> 00:41:10,760 Sweetie. Open up. 531 00:41:12,320 --> 00:41:13,600 We just wanna talk for a bit. 532 00:41:13,680 --> 00:41:15,960 Maybe she threw herself out the window, like in the novels. 533 00:41:16,040 --> 00:41:18,080 And get covered in blood? No. 534 00:41:18,160 --> 00:41:19,800 Drowned herself in a river? 535 00:41:19,880 --> 00:41:22,000 -That's a bit outdated. -Please open the door. 536 00:41:23,520 --> 00:41:24,520 Cristina! 537 00:41:27,400 --> 00:41:28,440 May I? 538 00:41:30,800 --> 00:41:33,120 Miss Cristina? 539 00:41:33,200 --> 00:41:35,080 It's normal for you to feel this way. 540 00:41:37,640 --> 00:41:40,120 Your family will always be here for you. And so will I. 541 00:41:40,200 --> 00:41:41,480 And Doña Angustias too. 542 00:41:42,560 --> 00:41:44,040 And Doña Angustias. 543 00:41:44,960 --> 00:41:47,160 You don't have to talk if you don't want to. 544 00:41:48,960 --> 00:41:50,800 I'm good silent company, though. 545 00:41:51,400 --> 00:41:52,560 Poisoned! 546 00:41:53,120 --> 00:41:54,480 Better. That's cleaner. 547 00:42:26,080 --> 00:42:28,040 I won't ask how you're feeling. 548 00:42:31,720 --> 00:42:34,040 Don't worry. You have your whole life ahead of you. 549 00:42:34,120 --> 00:42:35,880 I should've had my period days ago. 550 00:42:37,320 --> 00:42:38,680 I'm like clockwork. 551 00:42:41,560 --> 00:42:43,280 I'm pregnant, Elena. 552 00:42:50,040 --> 00:42:53,200 If anyone finds out, I'm done for. 553 00:42:53,280 --> 00:42:56,640 -What am I gonna do? -What are we going to do? 554 00:42:56,720 --> 00:43:00,280 No one tells you what to do in a moment like this, because, 555 00:43:00,360 --> 00:43:01,560 truth is, 556 00:43:01,640 --> 00:43:04,000 you never think it could happen to you. 557 00:43:04,080 --> 00:43:09,320 All I know now is that two lives are in jeopardy. Hers and mine. 558 00:43:10,320 --> 00:43:14,160 Miss Bianda, I must warn you that this is just the beginning. 559 00:43:14,240 --> 00:43:15,520 Wouldn't you want me to tell it? 560 00:43:15,600 --> 00:43:16,720 No! 561 00:43:17,920 --> 00:43:20,280 Are you sure you can handle all this?