1 00:00:14,520 --> 00:00:18,160 Oh, look at them! Young, happy, in love… 2 00:00:18,720 --> 00:00:21,320 Who doesn't enjoy a good love story? 3 00:00:21,400 --> 00:00:25,280 That moment when you look into their eyes and everything else fades away. 4 00:00:25,360 --> 00:00:28,640 Along with their flaws. And all you want to do is-- 5 00:00:30,000 --> 00:00:34,360 Oh, forgive me if you thought this was one of those love stories. 6 00:00:34,440 --> 00:00:37,720 Well, it is, but they're not our main characters. 7 00:00:37,800 --> 00:00:39,880 Or, at least, not the only ones. 8 00:00:39,960 --> 00:00:42,840 She is the main character in our tale, 9 00:00:42,920 --> 00:00:44,000 the chaperone. 10 00:00:44,080 --> 00:00:45,880 Elena Bianda, at your service. 11 00:00:46,440 --> 00:00:49,080 And yes, this is my story. 12 00:00:49,160 --> 00:00:51,880 So I suppose I should be the one to tell it. 13 00:00:52,400 --> 00:00:55,560 Of course. Take it from here, Miss Bianda. 14 00:00:55,640 --> 00:00:59,320 Very well, then. Let us start at the beginning. 15 00:01:04,800 --> 00:01:07,360 I'm not a servant, if that's what you're thinking. 16 00:01:08,880 --> 00:01:10,960 I can read and write. 17 00:01:11,040 --> 00:01:14,680 I received a thorough education, but above all, I have good judgment. 18 00:01:15,800 --> 00:01:18,800 That's why I'm the city's finest chaperone. 19 00:01:18,880 --> 00:01:20,160 But I'm not the only one. 20 00:01:21,400 --> 00:01:22,760 Some call us "companions." 21 00:01:22,840 --> 00:01:24,200 -YOUNG LADIES -CHAPERONES 22 00:01:24,280 --> 00:01:28,080 Well-to-do parents pay me to advise their daughters on matters of the heart, 23 00:01:28,160 --> 00:01:31,960 to protect their virtue, and mainly, to help them find the perfect suitor. 24 00:01:32,040 --> 00:01:33,440 SUITORS 25 00:01:36,720 --> 00:01:38,320 Too old. 26 00:01:42,160 --> 00:01:43,520 Far too young. 27 00:01:50,480 --> 00:01:51,880 A lout. 28 00:01:52,400 --> 00:01:53,720 He's perfect, 29 00:01:53,800 --> 00:01:56,200 if you're willing to marry his mother. 30 00:01:59,400 --> 00:02:00,280 No. 31 00:02:03,760 --> 00:02:05,280 No. 32 00:02:07,680 --> 00:02:09,600 Make no mistake. 33 00:02:09,680 --> 00:02:13,120 I adore love stories. Especially ones with happy endings. 34 00:02:13,200 --> 00:02:15,000 -I do. -I do. 35 00:02:15,080 --> 00:02:16,600 I do. 36 00:02:16,680 --> 00:02:17,680 He does. 37 00:02:18,720 --> 00:02:21,680 Cheers! Hurrah! 38 00:02:25,400 --> 00:02:28,280 But the downside to my job is that if I do it well, 39 00:02:30,000 --> 00:02:31,120 it's over. 40 00:02:35,120 --> 00:02:38,480 FAMILY OF ANTONIO BIANDA 41 00:02:38,560 --> 00:02:41,280 To be honest, I could really use your advice. 42 00:02:42,480 --> 00:02:44,000 I'm not doing so well. 43 00:02:48,720 --> 00:02:51,200 A widowed father. Three daughters. 44 00:02:51,280 --> 00:02:53,600 It's not that I'm happy about their misfortune, 45 00:02:54,400 --> 00:02:56,200 but there are three sisters. 46 00:02:56,280 --> 00:02:57,600 Three of them. 47 00:02:57,680 --> 00:03:01,800 I'd have work for years to come. This is an opportunity I can't pass up. 48 00:03:13,760 --> 00:03:16,080 Fifty pesetas, and we'll call it even. 49 00:03:21,360 --> 00:03:22,640 Hail Mary, most pure. 50 00:03:22,720 --> 00:03:24,200 Conceived without sin. 51 00:03:24,280 --> 00:03:26,200 Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. 52 00:03:32,640 --> 00:03:34,040 Don't give me that look. 53 00:03:34,560 --> 00:03:36,240 These are desperate times. 54 00:03:37,240 --> 00:03:38,880 Respectable family. 55 00:03:38,960 --> 00:03:40,280 THE MENCÍAS 56 00:03:40,360 --> 00:03:41,680 Well-mannered young women. 57 00:03:42,200 --> 00:03:43,400 AGE 20 AN ANGEL 58 00:03:43,480 --> 00:03:45,600 They lost their mother a year ago. 59 00:03:46,920 --> 00:03:49,040 It's time for them to get back out there. 60 00:03:49,800 --> 00:03:51,360 And I will see to it. 61 00:03:51,440 --> 00:03:52,560 AGE 18 BOOKWORM 62 00:03:53,160 --> 00:03:56,920 AGE 14 STRANGE LITTLE CRITTER 63 00:04:01,640 --> 00:04:05,360 Now I need to stick to the Basic Handbook for Good Companions 64 00:04:05,440 --> 00:04:06,760 to avoid making mistakes. 65 00:04:07,640 --> 00:04:10,840 Because just one mistake can ruin your life. 66 00:04:10,920 --> 00:04:13,880 Even if he's the finest mistake you've seen in ages. 67 00:04:21,040 --> 00:04:23,800 I suppose you already know where this story is going. 68 00:04:23,880 --> 00:04:27,160 Whenever was there ever a love story without a struggling heroine? 69 00:04:27,680 --> 00:04:30,960 Admit it. You can't wait to see what happens. 70 00:04:46,120 --> 00:04:47,240 MY HEART! 71 00:04:50,120 --> 00:04:53,080 THE LADY'S COMPANION 72 00:04:53,160 --> 00:04:56,960 LESSON I NEVER FALL IN LOVE 73 00:04:57,040 --> 00:04:58,960 Miss… 74 00:04:59,040 --> 00:05:01,920 -Elena Bianda. -Bianda. Elena Bianda. 75 00:05:02,000 --> 00:05:05,240 You certainly come with many fantastic references. 76 00:05:07,480 --> 00:05:09,600 Aren't you a bit young to be a chaperone? 77 00:05:09,680 --> 00:05:12,120 And you're quite young to have three daughters. 78 00:05:12,200 --> 00:05:13,960 You're not Don Pedro Mencía. 79 00:05:14,040 --> 00:05:16,040 Santiago Torres. Pleased to meet you. 80 00:05:16,120 --> 00:05:17,360 Take a seat. 81 00:05:20,960 --> 00:05:26,800 Don Pedro has tasked me with drawing up a shortlist of candidates. 82 00:05:26,880 --> 00:05:30,040 -There are others? -You hoped to be the only one? 83 00:05:34,080 --> 00:05:35,840 I just hope to be the best. 84 00:05:40,200 --> 00:05:42,840 I assume you know about the family, then. 85 00:05:44,560 --> 00:05:46,240 I have some idea about them. 86 00:05:46,760 --> 00:05:49,040 So, tell me, do you enjoy reading? 87 00:05:51,920 --> 00:05:54,880 -I read whenever I can. -I don't mean the Bible. 88 00:05:54,960 --> 00:05:56,480 Neither do I. 89 00:05:57,600 --> 00:05:59,400 What's the last thing you read? 90 00:05:59,480 --> 00:06:02,320 Moby Dick. But before that, Doña Perfecta. 91 00:06:03,160 --> 00:06:06,720 I enjoy reading any genre, as long as it's good literature. 92 00:06:06,800 --> 00:06:08,800 "Good"? That depends on who you ask. 93 00:06:09,560 --> 00:06:12,520 I had no idea I was being interviewed by a literary critic. 94 00:06:12,600 --> 00:06:16,800 You know, I've seldom come across a lady so fond of sarcasm. It's a rare thing. 95 00:06:18,440 --> 00:06:20,880 -You must have misunderstood me. -Is that so? 96 00:06:21,720 --> 00:06:24,080 I almost thought you were taking me for a fool. 97 00:06:24,160 --> 00:06:28,200 I could say the same about you. Although I take it you meant no harm. 98 00:06:30,960 --> 00:06:34,960 So, how will you handle three young ladies with that temperament of yours? 99 00:06:37,440 --> 00:06:38,480 Check. 100 00:06:41,680 --> 00:06:42,880 I'm not sure. 101 00:06:44,400 --> 00:06:46,120 With your invaluable help? 102 00:06:48,680 --> 00:06:51,640 -Don Pedro. -Santiago, what are you doing here? 103 00:06:51,720 --> 00:06:52,960 Oh, nothing. 104 00:06:53,040 --> 00:06:55,960 I was looking for you and bumped into Miss Bianda. 105 00:06:56,040 --> 00:06:59,320 I'll leave you two alone. You have important matters to discuss. 106 00:06:59,400 --> 00:07:00,760 Miss Bianda. 107 00:07:02,600 --> 00:07:04,200 Pardon me, Miss Bianda. 108 00:07:04,960 --> 00:07:06,840 That was likely my daughters' doing. 109 00:07:06,920 --> 00:07:09,640 My godson's their favorite pawn. 110 00:07:15,760 --> 00:07:17,320 Shall we step outside? 111 00:07:18,160 --> 00:07:19,240 Of course. 112 00:07:23,360 --> 00:07:26,960 She's not an old maid. She carries herself well. 113 00:07:27,480 --> 00:07:29,040 Considering she's… Hey! 114 00:07:29,120 --> 00:07:31,920 …the city's best chaperone, she's not that old. 115 00:07:32,000 --> 00:07:34,120 If she's not clever, she's of no use to us. 116 00:07:34,200 --> 00:07:35,480 She's certainly clever. 117 00:07:37,600 --> 00:07:39,880 All that's left is for your father to approve. 118 00:07:39,960 --> 00:07:43,480 Until very recently, I spent much of my time away for work, 119 00:07:43,560 --> 00:07:46,200 traveling throughout Europe and Africa. 120 00:07:46,280 --> 00:07:49,280 My wife saw to the care of our home and daughters. 121 00:07:49,800 --> 00:07:52,720 I understand. I'm truly sorry, Mr. Mencía. 122 00:07:52,800 --> 00:07:56,840 At times like these, it's important they have someone to confide in. 123 00:07:56,920 --> 00:08:00,160 There are matters a young woman cannot discuss with her father. 124 00:08:00,240 --> 00:08:04,880 There are certain secrets daughters cannot share out of modesty. 125 00:08:04,960 --> 00:08:07,200 It's only natural. It's the way it has to be. 126 00:08:07,920 --> 00:08:12,080 -It's important that I earn their trust. -And how will you earn mine? 127 00:08:12,840 --> 00:08:16,480 Half of the city's chaperones are eager to work in this house. 128 00:08:20,600 --> 00:08:22,480 I lost both my parents. 129 00:08:27,480 --> 00:08:29,960 See you tomorrow, Miss Bianda. 130 00:08:30,040 --> 00:08:31,440 Be on time. 131 00:08:34,120 --> 00:08:35,520 Three daughters. 132 00:08:36,040 --> 00:08:38,160 A long-term position. Congratulations. 133 00:08:38,680 --> 00:08:41,800 I'm sorry that you didn't get a chance to interview, Alicia. 134 00:08:41,880 --> 00:08:44,160 Don't fret. I'll have no shortage of work. 135 00:08:45,160 --> 00:08:47,680 I just hope the Mencías won't give you trouble. 136 00:08:47,760 --> 00:08:49,040 Trouble? 137 00:08:49,720 --> 00:08:51,360 They're delightful young ladies. 138 00:08:51,440 --> 00:08:54,440 Indeed. Absolutely delightful. 139 00:09:20,960 --> 00:09:22,320 Elena! 140 00:09:25,760 --> 00:09:26,760 Let's go! 141 00:09:33,000 --> 00:09:37,280 I hope he didn't see me. Because if he finds me, I'm done for. 142 00:09:38,200 --> 00:09:39,760 Miss Bianda, how are you? 143 00:09:39,840 --> 00:09:43,320 If you want to leave, I suggest using the gate, not the brick pillar. 144 00:09:48,480 --> 00:09:50,120 I heard you got the position. 145 00:09:50,960 --> 00:09:54,320 It's odd. You have the same poor taste in literature as my friends. 146 00:09:54,400 --> 00:09:56,880 Yes, well, I wouldn't know about that. I suppose. 147 00:10:02,560 --> 00:10:04,480 I thought today would be a good day, 148 00:10:04,560 --> 00:10:06,280 but it certainly hasn't been. 149 00:10:21,600 --> 00:10:25,600 Our entire lives depend on finding a new family. 150 00:10:42,480 --> 00:10:43,600 You're early. 151 00:10:44,880 --> 00:10:45,880 Excuse me? 152 00:10:47,640 --> 00:10:51,120 You were told to be here at eight o'clock sharp. 153 00:10:51,200 --> 00:10:53,840 In this house, eight o'clock means eight o'clock. 154 00:10:53,920 --> 00:10:56,800 Not five past eight or five minutes to eight. 155 00:10:56,880 --> 00:10:58,920 Wait here until eight o'clock. 156 00:11:17,480 --> 00:11:18,640 Do you have the time? 157 00:11:24,360 --> 00:11:26,440 I'll say this just once. 158 00:11:26,520 --> 00:11:29,320 You are to be up at 7:30 in the morning. 159 00:11:29,400 --> 00:11:31,920 It's when the staff gets to work. 160 00:11:39,040 --> 00:11:41,440 You'll have half an hour to get ready 161 00:11:41,520 --> 00:11:45,200 since the Mencía ladies come downstairs for breakfast at eight. 162 00:11:51,720 --> 00:11:54,080 You will have breakfast with them until 8:30, 163 00:11:54,160 --> 00:11:57,320 and then I will take over for their education and instruction. 164 00:11:57,400 --> 00:11:59,960 You, clearly, shall stay out of the way. 165 00:12:00,480 --> 00:12:01,560 Your room. 166 00:12:09,080 --> 00:12:11,440 It adjoins Miss Cristina's. 167 00:12:11,960 --> 00:12:14,640 Since she's the eldest, she'll be your first priority. 168 00:12:16,000 --> 00:12:18,920 These young ladies are unlike any others you've served. 169 00:12:19,000 --> 00:12:21,240 "Accompanied," if you would. 170 00:12:21,320 --> 00:12:23,800 The Mencía name is now as though it were your own. 171 00:12:23,880 --> 00:12:26,080 The future of young ladies rests with you. 172 00:12:26,160 --> 00:12:28,120 I hope you are fit for the task. 173 00:12:28,200 --> 00:12:29,520 Because if you're not, 174 00:12:29,600 --> 00:12:32,200 I will take it upon myself to inform Don Pedro. 175 00:12:32,280 --> 00:12:34,560 I am the person he trusts most in this house. 176 00:12:34,640 --> 00:12:38,800 I can assure you… that is not going to change. 177 00:12:41,600 --> 00:12:43,840 My life is becoming more complicated. 178 00:12:44,360 --> 00:12:47,200 First the carriage, and now Doña Angustias. 179 00:12:50,680 --> 00:12:51,840 Miss Bianda! 180 00:12:56,560 --> 00:12:59,560 Get out of there this instant! 181 00:13:00,320 --> 00:13:04,080 Is that any way to greet Miss Bianda? 182 00:13:04,160 --> 00:13:05,880 Apologize to her, or I'll-- 183 00:13:05,960 --> 00:13:07,280 Leave us. 184 00:13:08,120 --> 00:13:09,520 If you would. 185 00:13:17,040 --> 00:13:20,880 What? Are you going to punish me? Over a silly practical joke? 186 00:13:27,480 --> 00:13:29,520 A practical joke made in poor taste! 187 00:13:35,840 --> 00:13:40,240 And the best one ever played on me. I can't imagine the look on my face. 188 00:13:41,160 --> 00:13:44,000 I will not allow this kind of behavior! 189 00:13:46,160 --> 00:13:48,480 I'm far too young to have a heart attack, yes? 190 00:13:49,800 --> 00:13:52,400 So I trust this will never happen again! 191 00:13:54,840 --> 00:13:57,320 And you're too young for me to find you a husband. 192 00:13:58,400 --> 00:14:01,280 So I think it's in both our interests to be friends. 193 00:14:04,240 --> 00:14:06,920 You're even worse than Doña Angustias! 194 00:14:11,360 --> 00:14:13,560 It's best that she not find out. 195 00:14:16,440 --> 00:14:17,600 -Yes. -No. 196 00:14:17,680 --> 00:14:18,720 -Yes. -No! 197 00:14:18,800 --> 00:14:21,120 Certain jokes go too far. 198 00:14:21,200 --> 00:14:24,560 I agree. Carlota deserves a reprimand and punishment. 199 00:14:24,640 --> 00:14:26,440 For giving her a fright? Cristina. 200 00:14:26,520 --> 00:14:29,240 Angustias, leave us. I'll handle it. 201 00:14:29,320 --> 00:14:30,440 Behave yourselves. 202 00:14:32,240 --> 00:14:33,800 Why do you always defend her? 203 00:14:33,880 --> 00:14:36,200 -Because it was nothing! -That's what I said. 204 00:14:36,280 --> 00:14:38,480 It was disrespectful to Miss Bianda. 205 00:14:38,560 --> 00:14:40,080 -It's fine. -Forgive us. 206 00:14:40,160 --> 00:14:43,160 Forgive my older sister. Lately, she thinks she's in charge. 207 00:14:43,240 --> 00:14:46,160 -I just worry about you both! -Well, don't. You're not Mom. 208 00:14:50,240 --> 00:14:52,480 Forgive us. And welcome. 209 00:14:53,840 --> 00:14:54,920 Welcome. 210 00:15:13,560 --> 00:15:17,680 I know what you're going to say. The Mencía sisters keep me up at night. 211 00:15:18,840 --> 00:15:21,320 I admit my first day wasn't a grand success… 212 00:15:24,720 --> 00:15:26,320 but that's not the only reason. 213 00:15:36,400 --> 00:15:37,800 Did you hear that? 214 00:16:05,560 --> 00:16:07,080 Where are you off to? 215 00:16:16,760 --> 00:16:19,760 I was just going out for some fresh air, Miss Bianda. 216 00:16:23,160 --> 00:16:25,320 It's too cold out to go about so improperly. 217 00:16:26,160 --> 00:16:27,960 You should go back to bed. 218 00:16:33,760 --> 00:16:35,600 I've spoiled her plans, 219 00:16:35,680 --> 00:16:37,800 but I can't afford a scandal. 220 00:16:37,880 --> 00:16:39,440 Young lady! 221 00:17:12,880 --> 00:17:15,480 Their behavior yesterday was shameful. 222 00:17:17,520 --> 00:17:19,600 Your daughters need discipline. 223 00:17:22,240 --> 00:17:24,600 I doubt that young lady can provide it. 224 00:17:24,680 --> 00:17:26,560 That confirms it. 225 00:17:26,640 --> 00:17:28,200 She's stern and a spy. 226 00:17:28,280 --> 00:17:31,600 No need to worry, Angustias. As I said, this is a trial period. 227 00:17:31,680 --> 00:17:33,480 We'll see how she does tonight. 228 00:17:33,560 --> 00:17:35,320 -Tonight? -If she doesn't… 229 00:17:35,400 --> 00:17:36,680 What's happening tonight? 230 00:17:36,760 --> 00:17:39,080 I will personally handle her dismissal, sir. 231 00:17:39,600 --> 00:17:40,680 Very well. 232 00:17:43,480 --> 00:17:46,040 -Angustias! -What are you doing there, you busybody? 233 00:17:46,120 --> 00:17:47,960 Merely a coincidence. That's all. 234 00:17:48,040 --> 00:17:50,120 Or are you just naturally distrustful? 235 00:17:50,200 --> 00:17:53,120 That's a rhetorical question. I already know the answer. 236 00:17:53,200 --> 00:17:54,360 Good day. 237 00:18:02,000 --> 00:18:03,080 Good morning. 238 00:18:10,080 --> 00:18:11,080 Fantastic. 239 00:18:11,880 --> 00:18:15,720 Just what we needed, a calm and peaceful breakfast. 240 00:18:15,800 --> 00:18:17,960 -Don't worry, my sister-- -You're a pain! 241 00:18:18,040 --> 00:18:21,800 -And you're a bore, Cristina! -What does it matter if I'm a bore? 242 00:18:21,880 --> 00:18:24,320 Laugh. Come on, let's have a good laugh. 243 00:18:35,200 --> 00:18:36,720 Good morning, Don Pedro. 244 00:18:37,240 --> 00:18:39,760 Excuse us. We were having a good laugh. 245 00:18:40,560 --> 00:18:42,080 You have amusing daughters. 246 00:18:42,160 --> 00:18:45,520 Angustias told me they didn't give you the warmest welcome. 247 00:18:45,600 --> 00:18:49,440 Just the usual bickering among sisters. I've seen it in many households. 248 00:18:49,520 --> 00:18:53,520 But your daughters truly seem like little angels. 249 00:18:57,520 --> 00:18:59,680 Doña Angustias is expecting you for lessons. 250 00:19:00,360 --> 00:19:02,880 -She's not in a good mood today. -When is she ever? 251 00:19:03,440 --> 00:19:04,400 Please excuse us. 252 00:19:08,120 --> 00:19:09,120 Let's go. 253 00:19:27,800 --> 00:19:32,040 Now that we're alone, I'd like to discuss an important matter with you. 254 00:19:32,560 --> 00:19:34,280 Here comes the surprise. 255 00:19:34,800 --> 00:19:35,680 Please, go on. 256 00:19:35,760 --> 00:19:38,640 Tonight, the Ortegas are hosting a party at their home. 257 00:19:38,720 --> 00:19:42,240 I think it's about time my daughters resumed their social lives. 258 00:19:42,320 --> 00:19:43,720 Particularly Cristina. 259 00:19:44,560 --> 00:19:48,160 It's a chance for her to meet up with the young man who's courting her. 260 00:19:48,240 --> 00:19:50,520 Are you referring to your godson, Mr. Torres? 261 00:19:51,080 --> 00:19:52,120 Santiago? 262 00:19:53,200 --> 00:19:54,880 No. Good heavens, no. 263 00:19:55,520 --> 00:19:56,600 Ah, I apologize. 264 00:19:56,680 --> 00:20:00,600 Her suitor is Eduardo Espinosa de Monier. 265 00:20:00,680 --> 00:20:01,680 Do you know him? 266 00:20:01,760 --> 00:20:05,480 Of course. He's a polite, handsome young man from a good family. 267 00:20:05,560 --> 00:20:07,080 He's a fine match. 268 00:20:07,600 --> 00:20:09,120 My wife was their go-between. 269 00:20:09,920 --> 00:20:11,880 But she wasn't sure of their feelings. 270 00:20:13,400 --> 00:20:17,080 Rest assured, Don Pedro, I will take care of Miss Cristina. 271 00:20:25,800 --> 00:20:27,600 Good afternoon, miss. 272 00:20:31,960 --> 00:20:33,560 How about this for tonight? 273 00:20:35,240 --> 00:20:36,400 I fear I can't go. 274 00:20:40,840 --> 00:20:45,440 It seems like the pain won't go away. You'll miss her all your life. 275 00:20:47,080 --> 00:20:49,760 But you can choose to miss her lying in bed at home, 276 00:20:49,840 --> 00:20:52,640 fighting with your sisters, and letting life pass you by, 277 00:20:52,720 --> 00:20:53,680 or you can live it. 278 00:20:54,480 --> 00:20:56,360 What would your mother say if she were here? 279 00:20:59,560 --> 00:21:01,200 She loved parties. 280 00:21:01,280 --> 00:21:05,760 She wouldn't want you to spend the best years of your life lying in bed, 281 00:21:05,840 --> 00:21:08,320 being a mother to your sisters. 282 00:21:09,400 --> 00:21:10,680 You need to go out. 283 00:21:11,480 --> 00:21:14,120 Smile. Enjoy yourself. 284 00:21:15,000 --> 00:21:20,640 And allow the handsome young man who sent you this note to escort you. 285 00:21:28,240 --> 00:21:29,800 Isn't that what life's about? 286 00:21:43,080 --> 00:21:47,600 I'd give anything to see you come down those stairs every day of my life. 287 00:21:49,400 --> 00:21:52,040 It's been ages since I've seen you smile like this. 288 00:21:52,120 --> 00:21:55,240 She's partly responsible. She's my chaperone, Elena Bianda. 289 00:21:55,320 --> 00:21:56,720 Pleasure to meet you. 290 00:21:57,880 --> 00:22:01,760 Tonight, you'll be just another guest. We'll be on our best behavior. 291 00:22:01,840 --> 00:22:05,040 Trying to win over the chaperone. How subtle, Mr. Espinosa. 292 00:22:05,120 --> 00:22:07,560 You may have whatever you like for dinner. 293 00:22:07,640 --> 00:22:09,640 Is there any hemlock in the pantry? 294 00:22:11,360 --> 00:22:14,520 -I suppose she wanted to come along. -That's right. 295 00:22:15,240 --> 00:22:17,960 We'd better be off if we want to arrive on time. 296 00:22:42,040 --> 00:22:44,880 If it weren't for me, you'd have your hands full tonight. 297 00:22:45,600 --> 00:22:49,680 Why do men pay more attention to a woman who's already spoken for? 298 00:22:50,360 --> 00:22:51,560 Santiago? 299 00:22:51,640 --> 00:22:53,600 Cristina. Eduardo. 300 00:22:53,680 --> 00:22:56,280 I thought even newshounds can take a night off. 301 00:22:56,360 --> 00:22:58,080 Weren't you taught to enjoy life? 302 00:22:58,160 --> 00:23:01,960 -Like those who live off of fortunes? -You work because you want to. 303 00:23:02,040 --> 00:23:05,400 Well, he cannot bear to be idle. What's today's article about? 304 00:23:05,480 --> 00:23:09,040 The Duke and Duchess of Fernán Núñez are hosting yet another party… 305 00:23:12,840 --> 00:23:15,640 How many carriages do you think could fit in here? 306 00:23:21,960 --> 00:23:24,480 It's a tough job, counting carriages. 307 00:23:24,560 --> 00:23:27,200 All the better. I'll invite this young lady to dance. 308 00:23:27,280 --> 00:23:29,760 Miss Bianda, if you'll allow me. 309 00:23:35,080 --> 00:23:36,520 Lovely to see you, Cristina. 310 00:23:39,440 --> 00:23:42,200 You and Eduardo are old friends, isn't that right? 311 00:23:42,280 --> 00:23:43,600 Just acquaintances. 312 00:24:28,280 --> 00:24:31,000 Bianda, do you have any family? 313 00:24:32,360 --> 00:24:33,440 Why do you ask? 314 00:24:34,400 --> 00:24:35,400 Out of curiosity. 315 00:24:36,840 --> 00:24:38,160 Why don't you answer? 316 00:24:40,480 --> 00:24:43,040 I'm just surprised you're so interested in my life. 317 00:24:43,720 --> 00:24:46,760 And I'm surprised a chaperone should be so skilled in debate. 318 00:24:46,840 --> 00:24:50,800 Are you upset a woman out-talked you, or that you're not all that clever? 319 00:24:50,880 --> 00:24:53,600 Are you ever going to give me a straight answer? 320 00:25:07,640 --> 00:25:11,200 You must tell me how you found out about my friends' reading habits. 321 00:25:12,480 --> 00:25:13,520 What do you mean? 322 00:25:13,600 --> 00:25:15,120 Nothing. 323 00:25:16,120 --> 00:25:19,360 I see you enjoy being well-informed while going about unnoticed. 324 00:25:20,320 --> 00:25:21,920 Rather like yourself, it seems. 325 00:25:22,440 --> 00:25:24,920 You take notes while everyone else is having fun. 326 00:25:27,560 --> 00:25:31,120 Some are born to be characters in novels. Others are born to write them. 327 00:25:32,360 --> 00:25:35,160 -I hope you're at least a good writer. -Hey… 328 00:25:35,680 --> 00:25:37,360 Excuse me. 329 00:25:37,960 --> 00:25:42,160 I may be a dreadful literary critic, but I'm a decent writer. I promise. 330 00:25:42,240 --> 00:25:44,120 We'll see. I haven't read your novel. 331 00:25:44,200 --> 00:25:45,720 And now, if you'll excuse me… 332 00:25:53,680 --> 00:25:55,920 How's your first party with the Mencías? 333 00:25:56,000 --> 00:25:59,640 I'd say it's off to a wonderful start. The young man is quite dashing. 334 00:26:00,720 --> 00:26:02,680 It's not our job to fall in love. 335 00:26:02,760 --> 00:26:06,280 It's not about love. It's about finding them a good husband. 336 00:26:06,360 --> 00:26:09,640 We must accept it. We're all going to end up as spinsters. 337 00:26:09,720 --> 00:26:12,200 It's better than wallowing in self-pity, Adelita. 338 00:26:12,280 --> 00:26:15,560 I don't know about you, but I don't want to end up on the streets. 339 00:26:15,640 --> 00:26:18,400 The way you looked at him, it'll be hard for you not to. 340 00:26:20,880 --> 00:26:22,360 I'll get juice. Want some? 341 00:26:22,440 --> 00:26:23,640 -No. -No. 342 00:26:41,880 --> 00:26:44,000 Thanks for the information on the Mencías. 343 00:26:44,080 --> 00:26:47,560 You will tell me how you got the position, won't you? 344 00:26:48,640 --> 00:26:50,320 I told him that I lost my family. 345 00:26:51,160 --> 00:26:52,400 You told a lie. 346 00:26:53,360 --> 00:26:55,480 -But that's not the worst of it. -Ah. 347 00:26:57,840 --> 00:26:59,240 Gabriel is here. 348 00:26:59,880 --> 00:27:01,120 Here? Where, exactly? 349 00:27:02,440 --> 00:27:06,640 I saw him the other day while leaving the Mencía house. He's in town. 350 00:27:08,360 --> 00:27:09,680 What a coincidence. 351 00:27:10,480 --> 00:27:12,200 If he finds out I'm here-- 352 00:27:12,280 --> 00:27:13,680 If who finds out? 353 00:27:14,440 --> 00:27:17,480 Alicia, it's rude to butt into other people's conversations. 354 00:27:17,560 --> 00:27:19,600 Relax. I just came to say hello 355 00:27:19,680 --> 00:27:21,960 and ask how things are going with the Mencías. 356 00:27:22,040 --> 00:27:23,360 Quite splendidly. 357 00:27:23,440 --> 00:27:24,960 -I'm glad to hear that. -Sure. 358 00:27:25,800 --> 00:27:30,000 Fortunately, I was selected in my last interview. I'm chaperoning now. 359 00:27:30,760 --> 00:27:31,960 Alba de Ibáñez. 360 00:27:36,400 --> 00:27:39,560 A young lady with quite low standards, isn't she? 361 00:27:41,600 --> 00:27:43,080 As for the Mencía sisters… 362 00:27:43,600 --> 00:27:45,080 Cristina is lovely. 363 00:27:46,880 --> 00:27:51,040 Although Sara… is an unusual young lady. 364 00:27:51,760 --> 00:27:53,960 One of the best with a fan. 365 00:27:55,680 --> 00:27:56,800 Three sisters, 366 00:27:58,000 --> 00:27:59,360 three times the work. 367 00:28:14,560 --> 00:28:16,880 -He didn't step on your toes. -He's charming. 368 00:28:16,960 --> 00:28:18,000 And very handsome. 369 00:28:18,080 --> 00:28:20,440 You know what they say about men who can dance. 370 00:28:20,520 --> 00:28:21,840 No, what do they say? 371 00:28:22,520 --> 00:28:26,040 Don't listen to them. Girls nowadays have very improper ideas. 372 00:28:26,120 --> 00:28:28,720 Doña Paquita, you only hear what you want to hear. 373 00:28:28,800 --> 00:28:32,320 And look how well it's worked out. You should learn from me. 374 00:28:32,400 --> 00:28:33,560 I ought to go. 375 00:28:34,080 --> 00:28:36,400 Eduardo is waiting to take a stroll with me. 376 00:28:36,480 --> 00:28:38,720 A romantic stroll. How lovely! 377 00:28:39,240 --> 00:28:40,480 Enjoy yourselves! 378 00:28:40,560 --> 00:28:42,960 -Though being by yourselves… -I'll chaperone. 379 00:28:44,040 --> 00:28:46,240 -Naturally. -I expected nothing less. 380 00:28:46,760 --> 00:28:50,560 Thank you, Esther, for recommending the best chaperone in the city. 381 00:28:50,640 --> 00:28:53,760 Anything for a good friend. Isn't that right, Josefina? 382 00:28:53,840 --> 00:28:55,280 Of course. Anything. 383 00:29:06,080 --> 00:29:07,080 Elena! 384 00:29:09,560 --> 00:29:13,080 It's Miss Sara. You asked me to keep an eye on her. 385 00:29:14,320 --> 00:29:15,360 I can't find her. 386 00:29:15,440 --> 00:29:16,640 What? 387 00:29:17,880 --> 00:29:20,040 You can't handle three of them. You see? 388 00:29:24,320 --> 00:29:25,880 Is something wrong? 389 00:29:27,320 --> 00:29:29,960 No. Just personal matters. 390 00:29:31,320 --> 00:29:34,560 -Would you like us to come with you? -No. Everything is fine. 391 00:29:40,680 --> 00:29:42,120 You can trust me. 392 00:29:43,920 --> 00:29:45,360 It'll just be a few minutes. 393 00:30:27,720 --> 00:30:30,080 -Do you remember? -What are you doing? 394 00:30:35,040 --> 00:30:36,320 Have you met Dr. Aguilar? 395 00:30:36,920 --> 00:30:39,000 Yes. Last night, near your coach. 396 00:30:40,360 --> 00:30:43,720 I apologize for the misunderstanding. I know it's not the best way… 397 00:30:44,240 --> 00:30:46,840 You see, I treated her mother before… 398 00:30:46,920 --> 00:30:50,000 Well, I saw how Sara took care of her. 399 00:30:50,080 --> 00:30:52,240 I saw her thirst for knowledge. 400 00:30:52,320 --> 00:30:59,040 Frankly, it would be… a waste not to nurture that talent and dedication. 401 00:30:59,120 --> 00:31:02,840 Ah, I take it that you're her tutor, then. 402 00:31:02,920 --> 00:31:04,440 Exactly. I'm her tutor. 403 00:31:05,600 --> 00:31:08,480 Thank you very much, Doctor. You may go. 404 00:31:08,560 --> 00:31:10,600 I'll see you the day after tomorrow. 405 00:31:12,360 --> 00:31:13,360 Very well. 406 00:31:23,160 --> 00:31:24,880 Please don't tell anyone. 407 00:31:26,080 --> 00:31:28,280 Do you want people to think you're a trollop? 408 00:31:28,360 --> 00:31:30,280 Rather than knowing I'm studying medicine? 409 00:31:31,520 --> 00:31:34,000 Every family needs a black sheep, right? 410 00:31:34,080 --> 00:31:36,840 -It's almost an institution. -So why are you hiding it? 411 00:31:36,920 --> 00:31:39,360 Well, because my father wouldn't allow me to. 412 00:31:39,440 --> 00:31:43,120 And I need his permission to enroll in medical school. 413 00:31:43,640 --> 00:31:46,760 But I thought that maybe, if I pass the entrance exam… 414 00:31:48,280 --> 00:31:49,560 I might change his mind. 415 00:31:50,400 --> 00:31:53,320 I just need you to cover for me for a few days. 416 00:31:53,400 --> 00:31:57,280 All I'm asking is to be allowed to choose my own path. 417 00:32:04,040 --> 00:32:05,040 You see? 418 00:32:16,320 --> 00:32:17,640 Is everything all right? 419 00:32:19,360 --> 00:32:21,640 As it should be, Don Pedro. 420 00:32:22,560 --> 00:32:25,720 -Time to go home, then. -Why don't you two go ahead? 421 00:32:26,240 --> 00:32:28,440 Miss Cristina, Eduardo, and I will go later. 422 00:32:28,520 --> 00:32:31,040 It's good for them to be seen together. 423 00:32:31,120 --> 00:32:33,400 Thank you, Miss Bianda. Shall we? 424 00:33:14,920 --> 00:33:16,880 -I can explain. -This is quite clear. 425 00:33:16,960 --> 00:33:18,960 -Elena. -Keep quiet. 426 00:33:20,280 --> 00:33:23,920 -Is everything okay? -Yes. A perfect party. 427 00:33:24,000 --> 00:33:27,560 Oh? You weren't leaving, right? 428 00:33:27,640 --> 00:33:29,920 No. I was just getting some fresh air. 429 00:33:30,000 --> 00:33:33,280 Where's Miss Cristina? Did you leave her unattended? 430 00:33:33,360 --> 00:33:36,840 I thought I saw her with her suitor. They looked awfully cozy. 431 00:33:39,240 --> 00:33:41,760 -Let's not add fuel to the-- -Fire! 432 00:33:43,120 --> 00:33:44,040 Fire! 433 00:33:45,200 --> 00:33:46,560 Help! Fire! 434 00:33:58,880 --> 00:33:59,880 Elena! 435 00:33:59,960 --> 00:34:00,880 No, Elena, no. 436 00:34:01,920 --> 00:34:03,000 Away from the bush. 437 00:34:16,000 --> 00:34:17,000 Are you okay? 438 00:34:26,880 --> 00:34:28,520 You were nearly burned, dear. 439 00:34:38,400 --> 00:34:40,640 The important thing is that no one was hurt. 440 00:34:40,720 --> 00:34:42,960 And nobody found out what happened. 441 00:34:43,040 --> 00:34:44,760 But I did, and that's enough. 442 00:34:46,360 --> 00:34:47,640 What were you thinking? 443 00:34:51,440 --> 00:34:56,200 About not being a mother to my sisters and just being myself. 444 00:34:58,640 --> 00:35:00,480 About being happy for a moment. 445 00:35:01,080 --> 00:35:03,120 You told me yourself, "Live!" 446 00:35:03,200 --> 00:35:06,240 I was talking about dancing, not this. 447 00:35:07,760 --> 00:35:09,720 It was an act of pure and sincere love. 448 00:35:09,800 --> 00:35:11,720 I suppose you'll be getting married. 449 00:35:13,240 --> 00:35:15,040 For your reputation and mine. 450 00:35:16,600 --> 00:35:18,360 Imagine if this got out. 451 00:35:19,440 --> 00:35:22,200 And I thought your sister would be the troublemaker. 452 00:35:23,320 --> 00:35:24,920 -I'm sorry. -Don't be sorry. 453 00:35:25,520 --> 00:35:26,520 I have no regrets. 454 00:35:26,600 --> 00:35:29,320 I'll ask for your hand. We'll wed and be happy. 455 00:35:30,000 --> 00:35:31,240 I love you. 456 00:35:36,200 --> 00:35:37,440 I'm still here. 457 00:35:43,960 --> 00:35:45,760 ONE MONTH LATER 458 00:35:46,560 --> 00:35:49,520 No, these aren't for a funeral. 459 00:35:50,040 --> 00:35:53,840 Today is an important day. I've never been so happy about a proposal. 460 00:35:53,920 --> 00:35:56,720 No. 461 00:35:56,800 --> 00:35:59,360 -No! -Aren't you staying for the proposal? 462 00:35:59,440 --> 00:36:02,000 -I can't. -It's the happiest day of my life. 463 00:36:02,080 --> 00:36:04,200 Miss Bianda, help me convince him. 464 00:36:04,760 --> 00:36:07,080 If you can't, then I doubt I can. 465 00:36:07,600 --> 00:36:09,720 She's right. I've tried to put it off-- 466 00:36:09,800 --> 00:36:13,160 I don't believe you. Why can't you postpone? 467 00:36:15,280 --> 00:36:19,160 Well, Cristina, to be honest, I can't stay because I wouldn't be able… 468 00:36:29,360 --> 00:36:30,520 to say no to my boss. 469 00:36:30,600 --> 00:36:34,800 Because a job comes with a lot of responsibility, and… 470 00:36:34,880 --> 00:36:36,560 I'm sorry, but I have to go. 471 00:36:36,640 --> 00:36:38,720 I thought he'd say something else. 472 00:36:40,400 --> 00:36:41,720 Do you like them? 473 00:36:42,800 --> 00:36:44,120 They're gorgeous. 474 00:36:45,200 --> 00:36:46,240 I'm so nervous. 475 00:36:46,320 --> 00:36:48,040 It will be just perfect. 476 00:37:00,120 --> 00:37:01,640 What's the plan for tonight? 477 00:37:02,560 --> 00:37:05,280 A coachman will be waiting for you after the proposal. 478 00:37:05,360 --> 00:37:07,600 But you need to be back before midnight. 479 00:37:08,120 --> 00:37:11,640 Your father will return around that time. I'll leave the door open. 480 00:37:11,720 --> 00:37:12,880 Thank you. 481 00:37:21,960 --> 00:37:23,280 Are you serious? 482 00:37:24,280 --> 00:37:25,560 Why can't I wear black? 483 00:37:25,640 --> 00:37:27,320 It's a proposal, not a funeral. 484 00:37:27,400 --> 00:37:29,120 Isn't it the same thing? 485 00:37:31,120 --> 00:37:33,800 It's fine, but no practical jokes. 486 00:37:37,600 --> 00:37:41,400 Miss Bianda, I'm curious about your methods. 487 00:37:41,480 --> 00:37:44,400 How do you cheer up a girl who's constantly sobbing-- 488 00:37:44,480 --> 00:37:47,840 Do you require my services? I'm the best, but I can't work miracles. 489 00:37:47,920 --> 00:37:49,920 Work miracles? By the Blessed Mother. 490 00:38:16,400 --> 00:38:18,640 Didn't you stay for the proposal? 491 00:38:34,680 --> 00:38:36,240 I can't take it anymore, Juana. 492 00:38:38,560 --> 00:38:39,560 It's over. 493 00:38:42,280 --> 00:38:44,440 You know what they say, dear. 494 00:38:46,400 --> 00:38:50,480 When one story ends, another begins. 495 00:38:52,040 --> 00:38:53,040 Come on. 496 00:39:04,640 --> 00:39:06,400 On my cue, start playing. 497 00:39:18,160 --> 00:39:20,080 Maybe something happened to him. 498 00:39:20,600 --> 00:39:22,400 For his sake, I hope so. 499 00:39:23,000 --> 00:39:25,360 I'm sure he'll arrive shortly. 500 00:39:38,800 --> 00:39:40,120 Here he comes! 501 00:39:41,360 --> 00:39:42,720 He's arriving. 502 00:40:13,480 --> 00:40:16,800 This is a welcome fit for a king. 503 00:40:17,480 --> 00:40:20,760 I have a message for Miss Cristina Mencía! 504 00:40:43,080 --> 00:40:45,000 Stop! 505 00:40:48,520 --> 00:40:50,600 Who's going to pay me for this delivery? 506 00:40:58,960 --> 00:41:02,240 "Miss Mencía, I regret having given you false hopes." 507 00:41:02,320 --> 00:41:04,880 "I'm leaving for Paris at once. Don't look for me." 508 00:41:04,960 --> 00:41:08,080 "Our union cannot happen. I regret any trouble this may have…" 509 00:41:08,160 --> 00:41:10,760 Sweetheart, open the door. 510 00:41:12,320 --> 00:41:13,600 We just want to talk. 511 00:41:13,680 --> 00:41:15,960 Maybe she'll throw herself out the window. 512 00:41:16,040 --> 00:41:17,880 And get covered in blood? No. 513 00:41:17,960 --> 00:41:19,880 -Cristina. -Drown herself in the river? 514 00:41:19,960 --> 00:41:22,000 -Out of style. -Open the door. 515 00:41:23,400 --> 00:41:24,520 Cristina! 516 00:41:27,400 --> 00:41:28,400 May I? 517 00:41:30,800 --> 00:41:35,120 Miss, it's perfectly normal for you to feel this way. 518 00:41:37,560 --> 00:41:40,120 Your family will always be here for you. I will too. 519 00:41:40,200 --> 00:41:41,760 And so will Doña Angustias. 520 00:41:42,560 --> 00:41:44,040 And so will Doña Angustias. 521 00:41:44,880 --> 00:41:47,040 You don't have to talk if you don't want to. 522 00:41:49,000 --> 00:41:50,800 I'm good at being silent company. 523 00:41:50,880 --> 00:41:52,560 With poison. 524 00:41:53,040 --> 00:41:54,480 That's better. Not as messy. 525 00:42:26,160 --> 00:42:28,080 I won't ask how you're doing. 526 00:42:31,720 --> 00:42:35,880 -You have your whole life ahead of you-- -I ought to have had my monthly cycle. 527 00:42:37,320 --> 00:42:38,960 It's usually like clockwork. 528 00:42:41,560 --> 00:42:43,280 I'm with child. 529 00:42:50,040 --> 00:42:53,040 If anyone finds out, I'm done for. 530 00:42:53,120 --> 00:42:54,560 What am I to do? 531 00:42:54,640 --> 00:42:56,640 What are we to do? 532 00:42:56,720 --> 00:43:00,320 No one ever tells you what to do in moments like these because, 533 00:43:00,400 --> 00:43:04,000 honestly, you never think that it can happen to you. 534 00:43:04,080 --> 00:43:06,760 All I know is there are two lives in jeopardy, 535 00:43:06,840 --> 00:43:09,320 hers and mine. 536 00:43:10,520 --> 00:43:14,120 Miss Bianda, I warn you that this has only just begun. 537 00:43:14,200 --> 00:43:15,520 Shall I take over? 538 00:43:15,600 --> 00:43:16,720 No! 539 00:43:18,040 --> 00:43:19,800 You think you can handle this? 540 00:44:25,400 --> 00:44:27,520 Subtitle translation by: Meredith Cannella