1 00:00:58,480 --> 00:01:00,080 No, you're not mistaken. 2 00:01:00,160 --> 00:01:03,320 You're watching The Lady's Companion on Netflix. 3 00:01:04,120 --> 00:01:06,160 And yes, this is still a comedy. 4 00:01:22,160 --> 00:01:24,520 THE LADY'S COMPANION 5 00:01:24,600 --> 00:01:26,160 LESSON 5: STAY TRUE TO YOUR LADY 6 00:01:29,320 --> 00:01:31,280 To help you understand what's going on, 7 00:01:31,360 --> 00:01:34,600 we should pick up our love story some 12 hours prior. 8 00:01:38,280 --> 00:01:43,520 When our hero leaves work, unaware he's being watched. 9 00:02:01,880 --> 00:02:04,200 -Santiago! -Miss Bianda. 10 00:02:04,280 --> 00:02:06,560 Do you need a bicycle? You walk so quickly. 11 00:02:07,240 --> 00:02:09,080 It's no wonder, with those legs… 12 00:02:09,160 --> 00:02:11,040 Curious. You came to discuss my legs? 13 00:02:11,120 --> 00:02:13,560 No, to discuss what you told Cristina. 14 00:02:13,640 --> 00:02:16,880 -Have you lost your mind? -Is being honest losing my mind? 15 00:02:18,880 --> 00:02:21,800 What did you expect me to do? To keep quiet? 16 00:02:21,880 --> 00:02:23,960 To walk into the trap you two set? 17 00:02:27,400 --> 00:02:28,560 Santiago! 18 00:02:32,000 --> 00:02:34,200 I recognize it wasn't very fair to you. 19 00:02:34,280 --> 00:02:36,240 It was unfair to all three of us. 20 00:02:36,760 --> 00:02:40,400 You know why I didn't tell Cristina who I have feelings for. 21 00:02:40,480 --> 00:02:43,560 -No, I do not. -Are you really going to make me say it? 22 00:02:43,640 --> 00:02:45,520 I won't press you to say anything. 23 00:02:45,600 --> 00:02:46,600 You kissed me. 24 00:02:47,640 --> 00:02:50,040 -Stop inflating its importance. -It matters. 25 00:02:50,120 --> 00:02:52,800 It doesn't. It was merely on a whim. 26 00:02:52,880 --> 00:02:54,920 I can barely remember it anymore. 27 00:02:55,680 --> 00:02:57,640 No harm in kissing you again, then. 28 00:03:02,680 --> 00:03:04,240 And I'm the coward. 29 00:03:04,320 --> 00:03:06,680 Know what will happen if Cristina finds out? 30 00:03:06,760 --> 00:03:09,880 If Cristina finds out, I'll lose the only family I have left. 31 00:03:09,960 --> 00:03:13,480 But you would still have a roof over your head. I would not. 32 00:03:13,560 --> 00:03:16,920 If Cristina finds out and reveals it, I'll never find work again. 33 00:03:24,160 --> 00:03:25,400 I am sorry. 34 00:03:28,720 --> 00:03:30,520 Promise you'll keep this a secret. 35 00:03:32,160 --> 00:03:36,440 I promise. But I can't promise that my feelings for you will go away. 36 00:03:38,440 --> 00:03:39,680 Nor that yours will. 37 00:03:39,760 --> 00:03:42,200 I've told you I have no feelings for you. 38 00:03:43,480 --> 00:03:44,480 Do you promise? 39 00:03:50,640 --> 00:03:53,880 Honestly, I am such a dolt. 40 00:03:55,360 --> 00:03:57,400 Why must he always have the last word? 41 00:04:07,640 --> 00:04:09,480 Any news to share this morning? 42 00:04:10,000 --> 00:04:13,480 I've been following Santiago, and there's no sign of the other woman. 43 00:04:14,200 --> 00:04:17,680 I told you. She's the worst detective you could find. 44 00:04:17,760 --> 00:04:20,080 Why not enlist an expert? 45 00:04:20,160 --> 00:04:23,320 Would you let the grown-ups discuss grown-up matters, Carlota? 46 00:04:23,920 --> 00:04:25,200 As you prefer. 47 00:04:25,720 --> 00:04:30,400 I just want you to know that… my offer still stands. 48 00:04:30,920 --> 00:04:34,320 Miss Bianda, have you prayed for your salvation during the novena? 49 00:04:35,120 --> 00:04:36,160 There's no point. 50 00:04:37,640 --> 00:04:40,400 -I'm already damned. -Enjoying yourself, sister? 51 00:04:40,480 --> 00:04:45,640 Sending Miss Bianda to spy on Santiago is madness, sister. 52 00:04:46,720 --> 00:04:49,640 What if his relationship with the other woman is different? 53 00:04:50,280 --> 00:04:51,400 Different? 54 00:04:52,000 --> 00:04:53,200 In what way? 55 00:04:54,200 --> 00:04:56,000 It might be through correspondence. 56 00:04:56,600 --> 00:05:00,160 -Perhaps she doesn't live here-- -Stop ruminating, miss. 57 00:05:00,240 --> 00:05:01,520 I can't lose him. 58 00:05:03,160 --> 00:05:04,800 I need to know who she is. 59 00:05:05,440 --> 00:05:06,840 THE OTHER WOMAN 60 00:05:06,920 --> 00:05:07,920 In fact, 61 00:05:08,920 --> 00:05:10,080 we're heading out. 62 00:05:10,760 --> 00:05:13,040 Miss, this situation is getting out of hand. 63 00:05:13,120 --> 00:05:15,200 I'll find clues about my rival at his house. 64 00:05:15,840 --> 00:05:17,920 "The other woman," and now "the rival." 65 00:05:18,000 --> 00:05:19,240 What's next? 66 00:05:19,320 --> 00:05:20,320 Elena. 67 00:05:21,320 --> 00:05:24,920 I will find her out, even if I must walk into the lion's den. 68 00:05:25,440 --> 00:05:29,000 How will you get in? Mr. Torres is not at home right now. 69 00:05:45,200 --> 00:05:46,440 Excuse me, Juana. 70 00:05:46,520 --> 00:05:49,000 We were about to have some pastries at the café, 71 00:05:49,080 --> 00:05:50,600 when I spilled my tea. 72 00:05:51,800 --> 00:05:53,600 Just look at me. 73 00:05:53,680 --> 00:05:55,720 I'll take you to the powder room, dear. 74 00:05:56,240 --> 00:05:59,120 It's no trouble. I'll handle this. 75 00:06:01,640 --> 00:06:04,560 Juana, would you fetch me a glass of water? 76 00:06:04,640 --> 00:06:06,440 I'm parched. 77 00:06:11,080 --> 00:06:15,400 You know, I was certain you'd come to see my Santi 78 00:06:15,480 --> 00:06:19,480 to talk with him after what happened the last time you were here. 79 00:06:20,960 --> 00:06:22,160 You know. 80 00:06:22,240 --> 00:06:23,520 The kiss! 81 00:06:27,240 --> 00:06:28,240 What are you after? 82 00:06:31,240 --> 00:06:33,080 I don't want her to overhear. 83 00:06:33,840 --> 00:06:36,640 -Is it his money? -I'm no harlot, Doña Juana. 84 00:06:36,720 --> 00:06:38,920 -Then why did you kiss him? -He kissed me! 85 00:06:40,560 --> 00:06:42,520 Don't let the young lady hear. 86 00:06:47,160 --> 00:06:49,400 I've already told him I'm not interested. 87 00:06:49,480 --> 00:06:53,000 -Well, he has his mind set on you. -That's because he's pigheaded. 88 00:06:53,080 --> 00:06:54,960 Yes, indeed he is. 89 00:06:55,040 --> 00:06:57,680 -And a know-it-all. -Yes, that too. 90 00:06:57,760 --> 00:07:00,960 Don't change the subject. If you don't love him, tell him. 91 00:07:01,040 --> 00:07:03,520 Let's put an end to this nonsense. 92 00:07:12,480 --> 00:07:13,800 Ready! 93 00:07:13,880 --> 00:07:15,120 Wonderful. 94 00:07:15,200 --> 00:07:17,240 But you didn't get the stain out, dear. 95 00:07:17,320 --> 00:07:19,920 That's why we should go home so I can change. 96 00:07:20,000 --> 00:07:22,880 But thank you anyway, Juana. You're a saint. 97 00:07:22,960 --> 00:07:25,160 -Shall we, Miss Bianda? -Let's go. 98 00:07:30,200 --> 00:07:33,160 I couldn't find any letters. But… 99 00:07:39,800 --> 00:07:41,800 This belongs to her. I'm sure of it. 100 00:07:42,400 --> 00:07:44,520 -I'm not a coward! -Prove it, then! 101 00:07:53,640 --> 00:07:54,880 It's yours. 102 00:07:54,960 --> 00:07:56,640 I must have left it behind. 103 00:07:58,040 --> 00:08:00,800 When you went to ask why he hadn't called on me. 104 00:08:06,360 --> 00:08:08,480 I fear I'm becoming obsessed. 105 00:08:09,520 --> 00:08:12,760 If I lose Santiago, we'll be all on our own. 106 00:08:15,760 --> 00:08:16,840 You won't. 107 00:08:18,720 --> 00:08:19,840 I guarantee it. 108 00:08:23,360 --> 00:08:25,080 I'll stop that from happening. 109 00:08:28,280 --> 00:08:30,800 Santiago is headstrong, but so am I. 110 00:08:30,880 --> 00:08:33,120 I know exactly how to dissuade him. 111 00:08:51,880 --> 00:08:53,040 Miss Casas? 112 00:08:53,120 --> 00:08:55,120 I asked which room you were staying in. 113 00:08:56,720 --> 00:08:57,920 I brought you this. 114 00:08:58,520 --> 00:09:00,400 Thank you. You're very kind. 115 00:09:04,480 --> 00:09:07,080 Tell me, what brings you here? 116 00:09:07,160 --> 00:09:09,760 You seemed in low spirits the other day. 117 00:09:09,840 --> 00:09:12,320 I wanted to make sure you're doing well. 118 00:09:13,200 --> 00:09:15,360 -May I? -Of course. 119 00:09:21,520 --> 00:09:22,600 Excuse me. 120 00:09:23,320 --> 00:09:24,400 Gabriel! 121 00:09:25,400 --> 00:09:27,040 Gabriel, it's me. 122 00:09:27,120 --> 00:09:28,760 It's urgent. 123 00:09:29,280 --> 00:09:31,440 Alicia, stay here, please. 124 00:09:31,520 --> 00:09:32,680 Of course. 125 00:09:35,120 --> 00:09:36,120 Go on. 126 00:09:38,920 --> 00:09:40,400 -Hello. -Hello. 127 00:09:40,480 --> 00:09:43,280 I know we haven't talked, but I need a favor. 128 00:09:48,440 --> 00:09:51,720 -Do you remember Mr. Torres? -Yes, the hack. 129 00:09:52,320 --> 00:09:54,320 He's unsure about Miss Mencía. 130 00:09:54,400 --> 00:09:57,160 Because he's taken a fancy to you. It's plain to see. 131 00:09:57,240 --> 00:09:59,800 If he sees us together, he may lose interest. 132 00:10:00,440 --> 00:10:01,440 Hello, Elena. 133 00:10:06,120 --> 00:10:08,880 -It's not what you think. -No, it's much worse. 134 00:10:09,680 --> 00:10:10,800 I've found you out. 135 00:10:10,880 --> 00:10:13,920 You're entangled with your lady's former suitor. 136 00:10:14,000 --> 00:10:16,840 -Thank goodness she didn't overhear. -Tell me. 137 00:10:18,560 --> 00:10:20,960 Gabriel and I have been acquainted for some time. 138 00:10:21,600 --> 00:10:25,440 You think I haven't told Cristina? She's more understanding than your lady. 139 00:10:25,520 --> 00:10:28,160 My former lady. Remember, you got me dismissed. 140 00:10:28,240 --> 00:10:31,520 I never hit Alba. If you hadn't done that, you'd still have a job. 141 00:10:31,600 --> 00:10:32,760 You drove me to do it. 142 00:10:33,680 --> 00:10:36,440 Don Pedro nearly fired me due to your schemes. 143 00:10:37,480 --> 00:10:38,720 I want your post. 144 00:10:38,800 --> 00:10:41,560 I will do whatever it takes until I get it. 145 00:11:06,040 --> 00:11:07,120 Inés. 146 00:11:08,640 --> 00:11:10,160 Who is that box for? 147 00:11:10,240 --> 00:11:12,280 It's for Miss Carlota. 148 00:11:12,800 --> 00:11:13,880 Carlota? 149 00:11:14,480 --> 00:11:16,040 Here. I'll take it to her. 150 00:11:29,600 --> 00:11:31,760 Miss, I am quite busy. 151 00:11:31,840 --> 00:11:35,240 Good. Straight ahead. 152 00:11:38,920 --> 00:11:41,880 Carlota! 153 00:11:42,920 --> 00:11:44,840 Carlota! 154 00:11:44,920 --> 00:11:46,880 -What's wrong? -"What's wrong?" 155 00:11:46,960 --> 00:11:50,920 Your practical jokes are not funny at all! This package was addressed to you. 156 00:11:51,440 --> 00:11:52,520 To me? 157 00:11:52,600 --> 00:11:54,040 Yes, to you. 158 00:11:54,120 --> 00:11:57,000 -I'm not behind this stroke of genius. -Stop it. 159 00:12:00,920 --> 00:12:04,120 "The Zapico family cordially invites Doña Carlota Mencía 160 00:12:04,200 --> 00:12:07,680 to a séance led by the illustrious medium Carmen Soler." 161 00:12:08,560 --> 00:12:09,880 Carmen Soler. 162 00:12:10,600 --> 00:12:12,600 Sara, keep reading. I can't. 163 00:12:14,400 --> 00:12:18,600 "This invitation may be extended to your entire family." 164 00:12:19,240 --> 00:12:21,400 "Join us. It shall be a night of fright." 165 00:12:22,440 --> 00:12:25,840 -Carlota, are you quite all right? -No. I could faint. 166 00:12:25,920 --> 00:12:27,680 They invited me! Me! 167 00:12:27,760 --> 00:12:31,280 I'll meet Carmen Soler, the most charismatic and powerful medium. 168 00:12:31,360 --> 00:12:33,560 She's contacted the spirits of Bécquer, 169 00:12:33,640 --> 00:12:35,960 Benjamin Franklin, and Christopher Columbus. 170 00:12:36,040 --> 00:12:38,680 You shouldn't go. You're young and impressionable. 171 00:12:38,760 --> 00:12:41,440 Don't you think it's too late to worry about that? 172 00:12:42,120 --> 00:12:44,120 Only one person can say. 173 00:12:53,840 --> 00:12:55,320 MARRIAGE OF ARISTOCRACY 174 00:12:55,400 --> 00:12:56,760 Scoundrel. 175 00:12:56,840 --> 00:12:57,760 Father! 176 00:13:01,600 --> 00:13:02,680 What is it? 177 00:13:03,560 --> 00:13:08,280 The Zapico family has invited Miss Carlota and the rest of the family to a séance. 178 00:13:08,360 --> 00:13:11,000 Can we go? Please. 179 00:13:11,080 --> 00:13:15,160 Well, I have a business dinner, but Miss Bianda can take you. 180 00:13:15,240 --> 00:13:17,560 And Cristina, you'll be able to see Santiago. 181 00:13:17,640 --> 00:13:20,560 Really? We usually have to beg a little more. 182 00:13:20,640 --> 00:13:22,640 This'll be the best night of my life. 183 00:13:22,720 --> 00:13:25,440 Carmen Soler is known throughout the city! 184 00:13:25,520 --> 00:13:27,520 -Maybe they published-- -Hey! 185 00:13:27,600 --> 00:13:29,160 Just a moment, Father. 186 00:13:32,080 --> 00:13:33,640 What's wrong, Carlota? 187 00:13:34,600 --> 00:13:36,920 There's nothing on Carmen. 188 00:13:37,000 --> 00:13:39,240 But you just opened it. Look. 189 00:13:42,480 --> 00:13:44,800 -There's nothing on her. -What's going on? 190 00:13:44,880 --> 00:13:46,840 Would you leave the newspaper-- 191 00:13:51,960 --> 00:13:53,120 He's getting married? 192 00:13:54,400 --> 00:13:56,320 Eduardo is getting married. 193 00:14:11,560 --> 00:14:14,200 The young lady is from a noble French family. 194 00:14:14,280 --> 00:14:15,520 A little duchess. 195 00:14:16,280 --> 00:14:19,840 She's pretty. I wonder how long they have been betrothed. 196 00:14:24,000 --> 00:14:25,520 Make no mistake. 197 00:14:25,600 --> 00:14:28,360 These are tears of wounded pride, not heartbreak. 198 00:14:28,440 --> 00:14:30,440 With me, you don't need to pretend. 199 00:14:32,880 --> 00:14:34,880 Tell Esther to invite Santiago tonight. 200 00:14:36,120 --> 00:14:37,480 We will marry. 201 00:14:37,560 --> 00:14:40,200 And we will be far happier than those two bad apples. 202 00:14:44,200 --> 00:14:47,000 It's going to be a very long night. 203 00:14:51,320 --> 00:14:53,600 This damned little box! 204 00:14:53,680 --> 00:14:57,200 Blasphemy is for the back rooms of cafés, son. 205 00:14:57,280 --> 00:15:00,040 It's quite an original curio, isn't it? 206 00:15:00,120 --> 00:15:01,560 Well, you didn't open it. 207 00:15:01,640 --> 00:15:04,880 "Contact your loved ones." 208 00:15:04,960 --> 00:15:08,160 You've never liked practical jokes. You're a killjoy. 209 00:15:10,120 --> 00:15:12,840 Just like your father, may he rest in peace. 210 00:15:12,920 --> 00:15:14,800 Constantly griping. 211 00:15:14,880 --> 00:15:18,440 I was the only one who could get him to smile. 212 00:15:18,520 --> 00:15:20,720 I am the only fun one in this house. 213 00:15:21,400 --> 00:15:25,080 I've been wanting to attend one of her sessions for months. 214 00:15:26,000 --> 00:15:29,160 I might get the chance to contact my cousin. 215 00:15:29,760 --> 00:15:32,400 Mother, we should honor life, not death. 216 00:15:32,480 --> 00:15:33,600 What does that mean? 217 00:15:33,680 --> 00:15:36,480 Are you not joining me for the séance with the medium? 218 00:15:37,000 --> 00:15:40,200 Of course I'll attend. The Zapicos have a superb wine cellar. 219 00:15:40,720 --> 00:15:44,160 You heard my son, Adelita. If you want to take the evening off… 220 00:15:44,240 --> 00:15:47,280 And miss something so important? Impossible. Adela must come. 221 00:15:47,360 --> 00:15:49,200 No, leave the girl be. 222 00:15:49,280 --> 00:15:52,720 She can do as she pleases. I don't want to force her. 223 00:15:53,320 --> 00:15:55,440 I don't have anything better to do. 224 00:15:55,520 --> 00:15:57,120 So it will be us three, then. 225 00:15:57,640 --> 00:15:59,200 If you'll excuse me. 226 00:16:03,000 --> 00:16:05,920 The Bellis perennis are ready for your room. 227 00:16:06,000 --> 00:16:08,160 And here is a small gift for you. 228 00:16:11,240 --> 00:16:12,320 A gift? 229 00:16:13,000 --> 00:16:14,000 For me? 230 00:16:20,160 --> 00:16:23,240 Ever since you scolded him, my son is a changed man. 231 00:16:24,760 --> 00:16:27,760 You may have more powers than Carmen Soler herself. 232 00:16:32,520 --> 00:16:36,040 Oh, I love everything, Mother. The flowers, especially the fabric… 233 00:16:36,120 --> 00:16:37,640 I took your advice. 234 00:16:37,720 --> 00:16:41,800 Yes, I know. Oh, what a pity we didn't see how they reacted to the invitations. 235 00:16:42,320 --> 00:16:45,760 Look. This is the seating arrangement around the Ouija board. 236 00:16:47,400 --> 00:16:51,280 But, Mother, you want me next to Mr. Monsalve? 237 00:16:51,800 --> 00:16:56,000 Of course. Maybe with all the frights, a connection will blossom between you. 238 00:16:56,080 --> 00:16:57,800 Isn't that a brilliant idea? 239 00:16:57,880 --> 00:17:00,280 A bit daring. Perhaps too soon, don't you think? 240 00:17:00,360 --> 00:17:03,440 Yes. I think Josefina is right. Perhaps it is too soon. 241 00:17:03,520 --> 00:17:06,680 Don't play innocent, dear daughter. Your father isn't around. 242 00:17:06,760 --> 00:17:09,760 Take care of this. I'll go see how the meal is coming along. 243 00:17:13,360 --> 00:17:15,400 You could have been more persuasive. 244 00:17:15,480 --> 00:17:16,920 Ah, so now it's my fault? 245 00:17:17,000 --> 00:17:20,200 I didn't use Daniel in that crude scheme to make me jealous. 246 00:17:20,280 --> 00:17:23,880 Well, it may have been crude, but it was certainly effective. 247 00:17:26,120 --> 00:17:28,040 Come, now. They'll see us. 248 00:17:31,120 --> 00:17:32,760 -Stop. -No, they won't. 249 00:17:40,040 --> 00:17:43,080 -You're going to drive me crazy. -Good. That makes two of us. 250 00:17:47,920 --> 00:17:50,160 We need to get rid of Mr. Monsalve. 251 00:18:18,800 --> 00:18:20,440 If it's about my black dress… 252 00:18:20,520 --> 00:18:22,040 It has never been so fitting. 253 00:18:23,040 --> 00:18:25,600 I wouldn't go to a séance any other way. 254 00:18:33,960 --> 00:18:35,680 Your mother would be so proud. 255 00:18:38,000 --> 00:18:42,440 I've seen your sisters be presented in society, and I will say, 256 00:18:42,520 --> 00:18:44,560 you are the one I will miss the most. 257 00:18:46,040 --> 00:18:47,240 You'll be alone at home. 258 00:18:47,320 --> 00:18:50,000 Because you'll no longer pester me with your pranks. 259 00:18:50,080 --> 00:18:52,040 Don't play pranks there. 260 00:18:52,120 --> 00:18:56,000 Don't damage the Mencía name. It's better to… do that just at home. 261 00:19:06,680 --> 00:19:10,760 -I don't understand your indifference. -Carlota, spirits don't exist. 262 00:19:11,320 --> 00:19:13,920 Spoken like Darwin's representative on Earth. 263 00:19:14,560 --> 00:19:16,440 Miss Bianda, do you believe in that? 264 00:19:17,600 --> 00:19:19,520 I wouldn't know how to answer that. 265 00:19:20,280 --> 00:19:22,720 Some people try to profit by convincing others-- 266 00:19:22,800 --> 00:19:24,400 Carmen Soler is different. 267 00:19:25,280 --> 00:19:27,280 You still haven't seen what she can do. 268 00:19:28,160 --> 00:19:29,760 How can you be so sure? 269 00:19:33,480 --> 00:19:37,000 Because she lives between two realms, the spiritual and the physical. 270 00:19:38,440 --> 00:19:42,600 Her perception and sensitivity are at an extrasensory level. 271 00:19:43,920 --> 00:19:47,520 And if she looks at you, she sees your soul. 272 00:19:48,760 --> 00:19:51,040 Carmen Soler is one of a kind. 273 00:19:57,840 --> 00:20:00,040 Our lives are about to change forever. 274 00:20:01,760 --> 00:20:02,840 You'll see. 275 00:20:16,720 --> 00:20:18,480 The Mencía sisters! 276 00:20:19,800 --> 00:20:21,320 My guest of honor. 277 00:20:22,000 --> 00:20:24,480 Are you dying to meet Mrs. Soler? 278 00:20:24,560 --> 00:20:27,160 I'd like to hear all the specifics about the device. 279 00:20:27,240 --> 00:20:29,480 I knew you would value my creativity. 280 00:20:37,320 --> 00:20:40,760 By the way, I told my father to have Santiago write an article. 281 00:20:40,840 --> 00:20:42,680 So your meeting will be fortuitous. 282 00:20:43,680 --> 00:20:45,640 We won't let that floozy steal him. 283 00:20:46,840 --> 00:20:48,880 Next, it was "floozy," of course. 284 00:20:49,600 --> 00:20:51,280 I prefer "the other woman." 285 00:20:51,360 --> 00:20:54,720 Dear, come with me. I want to talk to your suitor. 286 00:20:55,960 --> 00:20:56,960 Mr. Monsalve. 287 00:20:57,040 --> 00:20:59,480 Yes. Yes, excuse me. 288 00:21:00,440 --> 00:21:01,480 Mrs. De Orbe. 289 00:21:02,000 --> 00:21:04,560 We almost ended his life, God forbid. 290 00:21:05,600 --> 00:21:07,880 Is this your first time at a séance? 291 00:21:08,560 --> 00:21:11,320 I've heard they are in vogue, but they don't spook me. 292 00:21:11,400 --> 00:21:13,200 -I have nerves of steel. -Ah. 293 00:21:13,280 --> 00:21:14,600 Who would've thought? 294 00:21:14,680 --> 00:21:16,320 But I can only speak for myself. 295 00:21:16,400 --> 00:21:19,920 The paranormal intrigues me, but I can be easily influenced. 296 00:21:20,000 --> 00:21:22,320 Not to worry. I know I'll be at your side. 297 00:21:22,400 --> 00:21:25,080 If you get scared, I can calm you down. 298 00:21:26,880 --> 00:21:30,960 It's incredible that Esther managed to get Carmen Soler with her busy schedule. 299 00:21:31,040 --> 00:21:33,240 They say people faint from the shock. 300 00:21:33,320 --> 00:21:36,120 -We should fear the living, not the dead. -May I? 301 00:21:36,200 --> 00:21:40,080 Don't forget it. How long has it been since my cousin died? 302 00:21:41,840 --> 00:21:44,320 Miss Alba, may I have a word? 303 00:21:45,440 --> 00:21:46,320 What is it? 304 00:21:46,400 --> 00:21:49,440 I've heard about your quarrel with Miss Alicia Casas. 305 00:21:49,520 --> 00:21:53,360 And, at the risk of seeming nosy, I ask you to reconsider your stance. 306 00:21:53,880 --> 00:21:57,960 She had a bad day, but Miss Casas is the best chaperone you can have. 307 00:21:58,040 --> 00:22:01,120 I could have you. You have a gift. 308 00:22:03,720 --> 00:22:08,520 I want you to work for me. You'd have your own room and a salary. 309 00:22:11,760 --> 00:22:14,240 It would be best for everyone if I disappeared. 310 00:22:14,920 --> 00:22:17,640 But I cannot. Cristina needs me. 311 00:22:20,640 --> 00:22:23,360 I'm sorry, but I'm committed to the Mencía girls. 312 00:22:24,200 --> 00:22:25,640 Think it over. 313 00:22:31,840 --> 00:22:34,040 Stop smiling at him. You're encouraging him. 314 00:22:34,120 --> 00:22:36,240 You've seen my mother. I can't be unfriendly. 315 00:22:36,320 --> 00:22:38,240 How would that make the Zapicos look? 316 00:22:40,720 --> 00:22:43,480 Well, at least he's entertaining. 317 00:22:44,080 --> 00:22:45,160 Very much so. 318 00:22:45,680 --> 00:22:46,680 And... 319 00:22:47,880 --> 00:22:49,720 I'm sure he won't be a problem. 320 00:22:56,280 --> 00:22:59,960 You shouldn't let anyone give you gifts. Don't you care what people think? 321 00:23:00,040 --> 00:23:01,240 What's going on? 322 00:23:01,320 --> 00:23:04,200 Adela accepted an extravagant gift from Doña Paquita. 323 00:23:05,000 --> 00:23:06,160 Isn't it lovely, Elena? 324 00:23:08,440 --> 00:23:09,920 She's very fond of you. 325 00:23:10,680 --> 00:23:14,160 I'm starting to warm up to her, despite the trouble she's given me. 326 00:23:14,240 --> 00:23:16,440 She says Lázaro's changed. 327 00:23:16,520 --> 00:23:18,760 And… the truth is, he's different. 328 00:23:18,840 --> 00:23:21,640 There you go again with the fairy-tale prince. 329 00:23:21,720 --> 00:23:23,880 Fairy tale? I'm firmly planted in reality. 330 00:23:23,960 --> 00:23:26,320 Don't be naive. He's taking advantage of you. 331 00:23:26,400 --> 00:23:29,440 Josefina, not all rich people are cruel and wicked. 332 00:23:29,520 --> 00:23:33,600 There are some with good hearts who can feel genuine things. 333 00:23:34,840 --> 00:23:36,320 What do you think, Elena? 334 00:23:37,760 --> 00:23:41,160 I would say that, sadly, we do not choose who we fall in love with. 335 00:23:48,080 --> 00:23:51,200 Don't laugh. It's just a coincidence. 336 00:23:55,280 --> 00:23:56,840 I didn't expect to see you. 337 00:23:57,840 --> 00:24:00,240 Duty came knocking. 338 00:24:01,120 --> 00:24:02,120 Here. 339 00:24:04,440 --> 00:24:09,200 I'd like to apologize if I wasn't tactful when I shared my concerns the other day. 340 00:24:09,720 --> 00:24:11,240 I appreciate your honesty. 341 00:24:13,360 --> 00:24:15,640 Eduardo wasn't. He's set to marry. 342 00:24:15,720 --> 00:24:19,600 A French aristocrat. It's in the newspaper. 343 00:24:21,600 --> 00:24:22,720 How are you? 344 00:24:22,800 --> 00:24:25,160 It hurts. I won't deny that. 345 00:24:26,800 --> 00:24:29,040 But now I see I understand your situation. 346 00:24:29,120 --> 00:24:31,560 I know what it's like to be torn between people. 347 00:24:33,640 --> 00:24:37,160 Our feelings are beyond our control. And I'm your friend. 348 00:24:37,760 --> 00:24:39,480 You can talk to me about her. 349 00:24:40,720 --> 00:24:42,840 No, I don't think that's a good idea. 350 00:24:42,920 --> 00:24:44,760 Do you think we wouldn't get along? 351 00:24:44,840 --> 00:24:46,560 Or do I perhaps know her? 352 00:24:47,280 --> 00:24:48,960 Don't press me, Cristina-- 353 00:24:49,040 --> 00:24:50,840 No. I don't want to bother you. 354 00:24:50,920 --> 00:24:52,040 Is she someone I know? 355 00:24:54,480 --> 00:24:58,120 Ladies and gentlemen, the séance is about to begin. 356 00:25:04,360 --> 00:25:06,120 Take each other's hands. 357 00:25:08,640 --> 00:25:11,160 Open your minds. 358 00:25:12,840 --> 00:25:15,840 Are you ready to take a journey to the beyond? 359 00:25:16,760 --> 00:25:20,960 Ladies and gentlemen, I present the incredible, 360 00:25:21,040 --> 00:25:23,680 the wonderful Carmen Soler. 361 00:25:32,800 --> 00:25:35,480 I feel a lot of energy in this room. 362 00:25:37,680 --> 00:25:40,320 Vibrations from other worlds. 363 00:25:41,480 --> 00:25:45,800 Surely, a lost soul has something to share with one of you. 364 00:25:51,520 --> 00:25:53,160 GOODBYE 365 00:26:02,960 --> 00:26:04,800 -B… -B… 366 00:26:09,000 --> 00:26:11,400 -E… -E… 367 00:26:12,360 --> 00:26:13,640 -T… -T… 368 00:26:15,840 --> 00:26:16,800 R… 369 00:26:16,880 --> 00:26:17,920 R… 370 00:26:19,440 --> 00:26:21,520 -A… -A… 371 00:26:24,560 --> 00:26:25,800 -Y… -Y… 372 00:26:28,520 --> 00:26:30,320 -A… -A… 373 00:26:32,520 --> 00:26:33,520 L… 374 00:26:33,600 --> 00:26:34,880 L. 375 00:26:34,960 --> 00:26:36,320 Betrayal. 376 00:26:36,400 --> 00:26:37,760 BETRAYAL 377 00:26:37,840 --> 00:26:40,000 Betrayal. Who's the traitor? 378 00:26:48,080 --> 00:26:49,520 Betrayal? 379 00:26:59,280 --> 00:27:00,640 Mencía sisters, 380 00:27:01,600 --> 00:27:03,360 stay alert. 381 00:27:04,280 --> 00:27:07,480 It's easier to evade a spear than a hidden dagger. 382 00:27:08,120 --> 00:27:10,680 Betrayal is lurking near you. 383 00:27:39,000 --> 00:27:40,000 Mrs. Soler? 384 00:27:57,720 --> 00:28:02,240 Mrs. Soler, may we know the name of the spirit who has possessed you? 385 00:28:03,720 --> 00:28:06,240 No, it hasn't revealed it. 386 00:28:07,080 --> 00:28:09,040 Don't fret. It wasn't your mother. 387 00:28:09,560 --> 00:28:13,200 She passed on peacefully and departed this realm 388 00:28:13,280 --> 00:28:17,040 where spirits roam when they have unfinished business. 389 00:28:17,640 --> 00:28:21,520 Let's continue. Hold hands tightly. 390 00:28:21,600 --> 00:28:25,880 Are you sure you didn't see a short woman 391 00:28:25,960 --> 00:28:29,280 with crow's feet and a dimple on her chin? 392 00:28:29,360 --> 00:28:32,480 I'm sorry. Your cousin hasn't come through. 393 00:28:32,560 --> 00:28:36,400 But sometimes, certain spirits are… elusive. 394 00:28:36,480 --> 00:28:39,440 Yes. My cousin is very elusive. 395 00:28:39,520 --> 00:28:42,400 If you want to try again, you could pay for a sitting. 396 00:28:42,480 --> 00:28:44,280 -Is everything all right? -Yes. 397 00:28:44,360 --> 00:28:47,560 Doña Paquita, weren't you planning to freshen up? I'll join you. 398 00:28:48,240 --> 00:28:50,400 We'll talk later, Mrs. Soler. 399 00:28:56,840 --> 00:28:58,200 Want to say something? 400 00:28:58,280 --> 00:29:01,720 I'm sure you know what I think of you. Stay away from my mother. 401 00:29:03,640 --> 00:29:05,120 Because you don't like me? 402 00:29:05,200 --> 00:29:08,120 Or because you don't want me to tell her what I know? 403 00:29:10,720 --> 00:29:13,360 I don't believe a word that woman says. 404 00:29:16,480 --> 00:29:19,520 At least she didn't toy with Carlota's feelings about Mother. 405 00:29:24,600 --> 00:29:27,560 Cristina, we are the betrayers, not the betrayed. 406 00:29:28,080 --> 00:29:30,840 I love him. Please don't say anything. 407 00:29:31,360 --> 00:29:34,920 I think I know what Carmen Soler meant by "betrayal." 408 00:29:35,520 --> 00:29:38,120 Alba made Elena an offer to be her chaperone. 409 00:29:46,520 --> 00:29:49,360 You seemed distracted during the séance. 410 00:29:50,800 --> 00:29:52,600 Don't you believe in the afterlife? 411 00:29:54,200 --> 00:29:56,200 My beliefs did not affect the séance. 412 00:29:57,640 --> 00:29:59,760 What your parents did to you was terrible. 413 00:30:01,440 --> 00:30:03,200 But they feel remorse. 414 00:30:04,080 --> 00:30:06,280 Don't you want a second chance? 415 00:30:08,000 --> 00:30:11,040 I don't know what you're referring to. If you'll excuse me… 416 00:30:11,800 --> 00:30:12,760 Excuse me. 417 00:30:12,840 --> 00:30:14,200 It's nothing. 418 00:30:15,760 --> 00:30:16,960 Well… 419 00:30:18,320 --> 00:30:20,600 Will you come with me to change, Josefina? 420 00:30:36,480 --> 00:30:37,720 Miss Bianda? 421 00:30:38,320 --> 00:30:40,040 Miss Bianda, are you all right? 422 00:30:40,120 --> 00:30:41,520 Leave me alone. 423 00:30:45,000 --> 00:30:48,640 -I've never seen you so upset, even by me. -Really, I need to be alone. 424 00:30:48,720 --> 00:30:50,760 It's because of what Mrs. Soler told you. 425 00:30:52,440 --> 00:30:53,800 You don't miss a thing. 426 00:30:53,880 --> 00:30:56,400 Fine. Why not get it off your chest? 427 00:30:56,480 --> 00:30:59,480 I won't write a word about it in my article, obviously. 428 00:31:12,360 --> 00:31:16,880 Maybe she told you something she found out to surprise you. 429 00:31:17,560 --> 00:31:18,560 No, that's not it. 430 00:31:18,640 --> 00:31:20,760 Then, what was the message? 431 00:31:21,720 --> 00:31:25,640 She was aware that I severed ties with my parents. 432 00:31:28,640 --> 00:31:29,960 I thought they were dead. 433 00:31:30,040 --> 00:31:31,520 They are to me. 434 00:31:33,640 --> 00:31:37,840 I wasn't the daughter they hoped for, and when I needed them most, 435 00:31:39,000 --> 00:31:40,640 they threw me out on the street. 436 00:31:43,560 --> 00:31:44,560 I'm sorry. 437 00:31:45,760 --> 00:31:46,880 It's fine. 438 00:31:50,560 --> 00:31:52,480 So, you want to steal my chaperone? 439 00:31:52,560 --> 00:31:55,680 Isn't it rather unseemly to scheme behind our backs? 440 00:31:55,760 --> 00:31:58,280 It wasn't planned. It just came up in conversation. 441 00:31:59,000 --> 00:32:01,720 And don't worry. She declined my offer. 442 00:32:02,800 --> 00:32:03,960 Though she hesitated. 443 00:32:04,640 --> 00:32:08,240 Perhaps Miss Bianda isn't as comfortable in your home as you think. 444 00:32:10,040 --> 00:32:12,320 I expected her to turn it down right away. 445 00:32:12,400 --> 00:32:13,480 Santiago kissed me. 446 00:32:15,120 --> 00:32:16,280 Aren't you glad? 447 00:32:17,000 --> 00:32:19,520 I've started to have feelings for another woman. 448 00:32:19,600 --> 00:32:21,280 This belongs to her. I know it. 449 00:32:21,360 --> 00:32:22,400 It's yours. 450 00:32:56,520 --> 00:32:58,600 They're not getting a second chance. 451 00:32:59,320 --> 00:33:02,080 Because you can't give it to them or to yourself? 452 00:33:22,240 --> 00:33:23,360 I don't… 453 00:33:25,960 --> 00:33:27,080 want to hurt you. 454 00:33:28,720 --> 00:33:30,280 I might hurt you, though. 455 00:33:33,960 --> 00:33:37,120 Well, you're in luck, because I'm quite the risk-taker. 456 00:34:09,600 --> 00:34:10,800 Was that Cristina? 457 00:34:13,920 --> 00:34:16,360 -What are you doing here? -What about you? 458 00:34:16,440 --> 00:34:18,000 This is my room. 459 00:34:19,320 --> 00:34:22,480 I heard a noise, and I thought you were other people. 460 00:34:23,720 --> 00:34:26,640 You're not the only one caught off guard. 461 00:34:27,280 --> 00:34:30,800 But you know me well enough to know I don't deny myself. 462 00:34:33,320 --> 00:34:36,680 Miss Cristina, I urge you, if you're fond of your friend-- 463 00:34:36,760 --> 00:34:40,760 I'm fond of her and you, Josefina. I'm the last person who will judge you. 464 00:34:43,680 --> 00:34:46,640 -I'm carrying Eduardo's child. -Miss Mencía? 465 00:34:47,720 --> 00:34:49,720 -No. -Miss Mencía? 466 00:34:49,800 --> 00:34:50,880 Take this. 467 00:34:51,480 --> 00:34:53,000 Miss Mencía? 468 00:34:55,480 --> 00:34:56,960 Miss Mencía? 469 00:35:00,760 --> 00:35:02,480 Miss Mencía? 470 00:35:03,920 --> 00:35:06,040 Miss Mencía? Are you all right? 471 00:35:06,120 --> 00:35:08,960 It's dark in here. I knocked over the jar. I'm sorry. 472 00:35:09,840 --> 00:35:12,640 It was from my mother-in-law. You did me a favor. 473 00:35:13,160 --> 00:35:14,440 Shall we go downstairs? 474 00:35:16,760 --> 00:35:18,040 How odd. 475 00:35:18,120 --> 00:35:19,400 Spirits are present. 476 00:35:19,480 --> 00:35:22,440 -There are many spirits. -Calm down. Look, there she is. 477 00:35:23,440 --> 00:35:25,160 Did you scream, Cristina? 478 00:35:25,240 --> 00:35:26,440 Yes, but don't worry. 479 00:35:26,520 --> 00:35:29,200 It was the darkness playing tricks on her. 480 00:35:29,280 --> 00:35:32,080 It's understandable. We're all a bit jumpy. 481 00:35:32,160 --> 00:35:34,440 We'll have a hard time sleeping tonight. 482 00:35:34,520 --> 00:35:35,800 Don't worry. I'm fine. 483 00:35:35,880 --> 00:35:37,960 But it's late. We should head home. 484 00:35:38,040 --> 00:35:40,040 -Yes. -I'll never forget this night. 485 00:35:40,120 --> 00:35:41,920 Me neither. Let's go. 486 00:36:02,520 --> 00:36:04,120 I will contact Carmen Soler. 487 00:36:04,200 --> 00:36:05,880 You shouldn't be so gullible. 488 00:36:05,960 --> 00:36:08,320 Everyone believes what suits them, son. 489 00:36:08,400 --> 00:36:10,640 Don't pester me, please. 490 00:36:19,880 --> 00:36:20,880 It looks great. 491 00:36:22,720 --> 00:36:25,200 Do you like it? It was a gift from your mother. 492 00:36:26,240 --> 00:36:27,360 My grandmother's. 493 00:36:29,200 --> 00:36:30,480 Really? 494 00:36:30,560 --> 00:36:34,080 I had no idea. I don't want you to think I'm taking advantage of her. 495 00:36:34,160 --> 00:36:35,440 No. Not at all. 496 00:36:39,160 --> 00:36:41,040 Mrs. Soler takes advantage of others. 497 00:36:41,800 --> 00:36:43,520 You'd do anything for my mother. 498 00:36:44,200 --> 00:36:46,760 If she cares for you enough to give it to you-- 499 00:36:56,120 --> 00:36:57,440 Good night. 500 00:37:09,440 --> 00:37:13,320 Honestly, I wish I could have spent more time with you tonight. 501 00:37:13,400 --> 00:37:16,520 But then you disappeared just like that… Poof! 502 00:37:18,040 --> 00:37:21,200 Well, I'm an unsolved mystery. Like those of Carmen Soler. 503 00:37:25,240 --> 00:37:26,240 Oh… 504 00:37:26,320 --> 00:37:28,880 They make a lovely couple. 505 00:37:28,960 --> 00:37:30,720 -I should be going. -Really? 506 00:37:30,800 --> 00:37:33,360 -It was splendid. -Your daughter deserves someone-- 507 00:37:33,440 --> 00:37:35,760 We need to set a date for the proposal. 508 00:37:50,320 --> 00:37:51,760 Miss Bianda. 509 00:37:54,920 --> 00:37:55,920 Yes? 510 00:37:57,720 --> 00:38:00,720 Would you abandon my sister right now? 511 00:38:01,880 --> 00:38:04,880 No. Absolutely not. 512 00:38:04,960 --> 00:38:07,560 So why did you consider Alba's offer? 513 00:38:09,880 --> 00:38:13,920 I'm not sure what to say. I'll ask for forgiveness during the novena. 514 00:38:14,000 --> 00:38:15,200 Know what I think? 515 00:38:15,280 --> 00:38:20,400 You know everything about us… but what do we know about you? 516 00:38:39,080 --> 00:38:40,640 I need to end this charade. 517 00:38:55,000 --> 00:38:56,640 I need to talk to you. 518 00:38:57,240 --> 00:38:59,760 Me too. Come in. 519 00:39:07,640 --> 00:39:08,720 You first. 520 00:39:16,320 --> 00:39:18,280 I thought you were the other woman. 521 00:39:19,280 --> 00:39:21,080 I connected the dots, you see? 522 00:39:22,000 --> 00:39:24,120 Your fan, your hesitation with Alba, and… 523 00:39:24,800 --> 00:39:26,960 When I didn't see you in the parlor, well… 524 00:39:27,640 --> 00:39:29,200 I know, I'm an ungrateful brat. 525 00:39:29,760 --> 00:39:31,840 I don't deserve your friendship. 526 00:39:32,440 --> 00:39:33,840 No, miss. 527 00:39:35,280 --> 00:39:37,200 I don't deserve your trust. 528 00:39:48,480 --> 00:39:50,000 Do you believe in signs? 529 00:39:51,280 --> 00:39:52,760 I used to be a skeptic. 530 00:39:54,680 --> 00:39:55,800 But this… 531 00:39:56,960 --> 00:39:58,960 not even Carmen Soler could have forseen it. 532 00:39:59,520 --> 00:40:00,560 Or could she? 533 00:41:15,720 --> 00:41:17,520 Subtitle translation by: Meredith Cannella