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Saturday, September 30, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 57

Charito decided to read the letter she found in Tomasa's room. It was addressed to Norma Gomez Ramos, and said, "You aren't alone in the world. You have me, your grandmother. A bad woman snatched you from my arms, and I'm never going to see you again."

After finding the hidden papers in Alfredo's portfolio, Bertha said to herself, "Finally I have Alejandro in my hands." She remembered Alfredo telling her (on the night of the shooting) that he still loved Fernanda even though he hadn't seen her in years. Bertha urged him to convince Fernanda to leave Gonzalo.

Remembering this, Bertha started to cry, saying that everyone loves Fernanda and not Bertha etc etc., "Fernanda provoked my misfortune!"

Daira asked Lisania why she's been moody. Lisania apologized and Daira told her she should be apologizing to Alejandro, who's been like a father to her. She said, "What is it, Lisania. Are you in love again?" Lisania said yes, but asked Daira not to question her. Daira said, "Remember that we are here," then told herself, "Lisania is hiding something, and I have to discover what it is."

Charito told Santiago that Bertha wasn't really in the kitchen with her when Tomasa died. Then she said, "I have a sin to confess." I think the sin was that she read Tomasa's letter. She begged Santiago to take it, and reluctantly he agreed.

After the wedding ceremony, Amparo told Renata to be happy with Juan, saying, "I'm sure you're not going to find anyone better than him."

Renata thanked Francisco for letting her and Juan live with him, saying, "We will be here days, no more." Francisco said, "As long as you want."

Carola introduced herself to Renata and said, "I'm sure we're going to be good friends." Carola hugged Juan and Renata, enraged, pulled him aside and snarled, "I don't want that fatty touching or kissing you!" Juan said, "Carola is like part of the family."

Everyone ate Amparo's mole and rice (except Renata) and said how wonderful it was. Someone asked Renata what dish she's best at preparing, and she said she can't make anything because she's always had a cook.

Fabricio called Miranda and told her he's bringing Florencia home tomorrow. Alejandro jealously asked why Miranda was talking to Fab. instead of Florencia. Later he admitted to Daira that he's jealous whenever Miranda talks to Fabricio or Cesar.

Daira advised him to tell Miranda the truth about everything (seeking revenge on Gonzalo, Florencia being his sister, etc.) Alejandro said, "What if she doesn't forgive me?" He said love is an unknown land for him, "With a smile Miranda moves my world."

Cesar told Rebeca, "Your moral obligation is to support Julio, not Gonzalo." Rebeca said, "You're right." Julio overheard this and was pleased. Cesar asked Julio whether he plans to sell his company shares to Luciano or Bertha. Julio asked, "What do you recommend?" and Cesar said, "Sell them to Luciano."

Bertha told the dog, "I have Alfredo's designs and, above all, his money, signed and notarized." I think(?) she said what she found was Alfredo's will, with the line for the beneficiary's name left blank (not sure about this).


She called Alejandro and cooed, "I have to see you. I have your father's designs." After hanging up she said, "You're not going to be happy until you have the portfolio in your arms. Suffer, suffer, Alejandro. Suffer until you understand I love you" (or something like that).

Veronica gave Renata her car key and Juan demanded an explanation. Giggling, Veronica revealed that she bet her car that Renata couldn't get Juan to propose marriage. Juan yelled, "For that you married me? For a bet?"

Renata insisted, "I love you!" Juan said, "Look me in the eyes and tell me the truth. Did you bet you could get me to propose?" Renata started to cry.

Juan said, "I know girls of your class have different forms of entertainment" but this is too much. "My family opened its arms to a girl who makes fun of them!" Renata begged, "Give me a chance to prove how much I love you!" but Juan stormed out, saying (I think), "When I return, I don't want you here!"

A doctor told Gonzalo that Florencia's heart condition is hereditary, either her father or mother must have it. "It's strange she doesn't respond to treatment."

Santiago read Tomasa's letter about having her granddaughter taken away by a bad woman. He said, "Lord, I don't understand why this letter doesn't use Bertha's name. It only calls her 'she,' but we know who she is." Bertha walked in and he told her not to give him that demonic smile.

Bertha ordered him to do something (not sure what, I missed this part), and Santiago said, "What are you going to do? Kill me like you did Tomasa?"

Miranda told Cesar that she's going out with Alejandro tonight. Cesar touched her face and said, "Let's all three go. We'll have a good time." Alejandro arrived just then and shouted, "Let go of her, Cesar!"

Friday, September 29, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 56

Bertha gave Renata some money for a honeymoon.

Gabino called Miranda and said all the phones at the hacienda have been destroyed. (He was calling from Fabricio's phone.)

Bertha told Cesar she wants to buy shares in Gonzalo's company (from Luciano, presumably). Cesar objected, saying, "Do you think I'm going to lose the pleasure" of destroying Gonzalo's business, "of course not."

Lisania was sulky at breakfast. Daira asked her what was wrong and Lisania answered rudely. Alejandro told her not to speak to her mother that way. Lisania thought, "Cesar is right. Those two aren't going to interfere in my life. Never again."

Carola told Juan she loves him. Juan said, "I wish you will soon find someone who will make you happy." Carola said, "The only one who can make me happy is you, Juan."

Alejandro asked the banker who spread the false story about his uncle (the priest Santiago), "Yes, or no, was it Bertha de Aragon?" The banker insisted that he can't remember.

Miranda burst in and was upset to see Alejandro with Luciano, asking why Alejandro is friends with someone who's trying to destroy her father's business. Alejandro gave her some excuse and Miranda calmed down. Miranda asked the banker, "Why won't you give a line of credit to the San Lorente family?"

Renata arrived at Juan's house for the wedding. Juan said he had something for her and she asked, "Is it my ring?" He said yes. Veronica snickered loudly at it. Then Juan told Renata that Amparo had a surprise for her. Amparo produced the wedding dress and Veronica started laughing again. Renata burst into tears at the sight of the dress, but excused herself by saying, "The dress is very pretty."

Renata put the dress on, then told Veronica and Erika, "The dress is very pretty, but for my servant!" Amparo overheard this and told herself, "Don't cry, don't cry."

Veronica looked around the house and sneered, "All of this is smaller than your bedroom!" Amparo thought, "Enjoy your comments, because soon you are going to be taken down a peg."

Gonzalo visited Rebeca and yelled, "Julio has a right to know Cesar and Fabricio are his sons!" Rebeca said she'll tell Julio soon, begging Gonzalo to give her a little time. Julio arrived and said, "I don't know why Rebeca is crying, but I don't like to see her suffer. Get out, Gonzalo."

Gonzalo said he and his father helped Julio a lot and he'll never forgive Julio for betraying him. He said, "This is the last time I'm coming to this house."

Julio said yes, he owes Gonzalo a lot, they used to be friends, but Gonzalo changed after he broke up with Fernanda, and he made everyone else pay. Gonzalo said, "Don't invent stories to justify all you've done!" then left.

Miranda told Alejandro she's going to sell her car, and maybe also Renata and Florencia's cars, to get money to keep the hacienda going.

During the wedding ceremony, Renata was asked if she would take Juan to be her husband. She said, "No! I can never live in a place like this. I am accustomed to more in life than you can give me." Juan said he would make a lot of money as a doctor, and Renata demanded, "When? In twenty years? Thirty? I'm sorry, I'm sorry."

But it turned out that Renata was just imagining this scene. She said yes, she would marry Juan. Afterward Juan told her, "This is the happiest day of my life. I promise, you will never regret it."

Bertha told Lucas (the dog) that she'll have to sell Alfredo Luque's jewelry designs to raise the money to buy the shares in San Lorente Investements. She opened Alfredo's portfolio, found some hidden papers inside and read them, looking surprised and delighted.

Thursday, September 28, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 55

(I was distracted during this episode there may be more mistakes than usual.)

Gonzalo ordered Alejandro out of his house. Alejandro told Miranda he doesn't like Gonzalo treating them like adolescents. Miranda agreed to marry him soon.

Amparo bought a wedding dress for Renata. Carola told Raul, "The dress is pretty. It should be for me, not this witch." Raul told her Juan will always regard her as a sister.


Bertha said to herself that Santiago (the priest) is rich thanks to her and has to return what is hers. (? I didn't understand this part, might have misunderstood.)

Bertha wants to buy shares in Gonzalo's company, not sell them (I misunderstood that yesterday). Cesar wondered where Bertha will get so much money.

Francisco was upset because he doesn't have money to give Juan and Renata. Juan said, "You accept me in the house with my woman, what more do I want?" Francisco said he always wanted to buy a house with a garden for his children to play in, but was never able to afford it, that he's cried a river over not having enough money to help his children. Juan replied, "Everything I am is due to you and Mama Amparito. For me you've been a good father."

Miranda told Pamela that Gonzalo won't accept Alejandro's help and that's not why she's marrying Alejandro, she's marrying him because she loves him and would marry him if he were the poorest man in the world.

Francisco told Amparo he'll fill the house with white flowers tomorrow for the bride. Amparo suggested having Juan and Renata get married at home, and Francisco liked that idea.

Alejandro told Daira he'll give back the shares in Gonzalo's company after he marries Miranda. Luciano arrived and they told him that his girlfriend, Pamela, is Miranda's best friend. He said his interest in Pamela is serious.

Gonzalo told Renata, "I'm tired of your attitude." She said, "You've never loved me, and soon I'm going to leave this house." Gonzalo said, "If you leave, don't ever come back, do you understand?" Renata said angrily that she's never been his daughter.

After Renata left, Bertha asked Gonzalo, "Has it ever occurred to you that they aren't your daughters? That none of the three are yours?" Gonzalo insisted they're his daughters.

Bertha informed him that Rebeca's sons, Cesar and Fabricio, aren't really her husband's children, that Julio is their real father. She added, "Renata is near the truth because one of the three is definitely not yours. She is the daughter of that man. Ask Fernanda. One of the three is the daughter of no one! Only Fernanda knows the name of that man."

Cesar warned Lisania, "I can't control my feelings." She told him to think of her as a sister. He asked if that's what she really wants, and she said no. Later she told him "Alejandro will have to accept you as part of the family," implying that she might marry Cesar. I think she mentioned something about expecting to inherit money. Cesar seemed surprised and said, "I never thought I'd have the love of a woman like you."

Fernanda told Miranda and Pamela, "I don't think for one second Juan is going to be happy with Renata," but she's glad she'll have the chance to get to know Renata after Renata moves into the neighborhood. Miranda warned her that Renata and Florencia were both brought up to hate their mother.

Renata, having overheard Gonzalo's conversation with Bertha, asked Bertha, "It's me, right? I'm not his daughter?" Bertha said she doesn't know.

Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 54

Fernanda told Amparo, "Renata has tantrums and is whimsical," so her marriage with Juan might not work out. Fernanda also said this is her chance to win Renata back.

Sanson overheard this, smirked, and said something to himself about having found a gold mine.

Bertha told Luis Alberto to do some research for her because she might sell her shares in San Lorente Investments.

Leonardo tried to take Andrea to her real husband's grave, but she panicked and begged to leave.

A man told Bertha that two men (Alejandro and Luciano) are investigating the false story she told about Santiago (the priest) years ago. Bertha asked the man if he wants money to stay silent. He said no, he has a good job in a bank, a wife and children, and he doesn't want to lose everything.

Julio signed papers dissolving his partnership with Gonzalo. He told Gonzalo he's turned into a tyrant. Gonzalo said, "I am what I am."

Cesar learned that Pamela is dating Luciano. He told Miranda he doesn't trust Luciano. He and Miranda told Pamela that Cesar is going to investigate Luciano. Pamela was unhappy about that.

Miranda told Cesar she'll try to convince Alejandro to drop his grudge against Cesar. Pamela commented to Miranda that Cesar has changed and is trustworthy now. Cesar told Miranda that Nuria is pregnant with another man's baby and he's nobly helping Nuria prepare for the birth.

Luis Alberto told Nuria that he loves her. He eavesdropped while Cesar shouted at Nuria, warning her not to reveal to Miranda that he's the father of her baby.

The gang members who attacked Alejandro were arrested and he got his car back. Sanson, however, escaped arrest. Raul learned that he has to do community service and pay a fine for his crimes with Sanson's gang.

Leonardo took Andrea out to dinner and showed her a code that he apparently got from her real husband. She seemed to be able to interpret it but warned him that it's dangerous. She appears to be confused and I think Leonardo is taking advantage of her fragile mental state.

Tuesday, September 26, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 53

Sanson tried to drag Carola out of Amparo's apartment and Alejandro came to her rescue, punching Sanson. After Sanson left, I think Alejandro said he's going to call the police and tell them that Sanson's gang stole his car.

Bertha found Tomasa's envelope and asked Charito what it was. Charito lied smoothly, saying it was just her own personal papers, her birth certificate and so forth. Bertha lost interest. Charito told herself that she won't open the envelope because it's not hers; instead she'll bring it to the priest.

Cesar begged his mother to talk to Miranda on his behalf, saying he loves Miranda and wants to marry her. Rebeca agreed to look for an opportunity to speak to Miranda.

Juan told his father he wants to marry Renata and move her in with the family. Francisco said it's not a good idea because Renata is used to a life of luxury. Juan said, "One day I'm going to be a famous doctor and make a lot of money."

Veronica went to get an AIDS test.

Andrea told Leonardo (who is supposedly her long lost husband), "Now you are going to tell me who you are, because one thing is very clear. You are not my husband." Leonardo admitted that she's right, he's not really Leonardo, then said he would tell her where Leonardo is.

Bertha visited Gonzalo, saying she had business with him. Later she told Luis Alberto that she's now working for San Lorente Investments and is going to have her own office. She asked him, "You're in love with Nuria, right?" Luis Alberto looked surprised but didn't say no.

Juan told Renata he wants to marry her in a civil ceremony tomorrow. Renata wants to keep it secret from her father, apparently. Veronica arrived and asked Juan if it's possible her symptoms are psychological. Juan said yes, it's possible.

Renata asked Veronica, Erika, and Charito to be witnesses at the civil ceremony. She said it's not really a wedding; after Gonzalo gets his money back, she and Juan will have a real wedding.

Veronica said she'll have to give Renata her car because Renata won their bet (by getting Juan to propose marriage). Renata told Erika, "Tomorrow I'll tell her to forget the bet. I don't need a car. Besides, thanks to her I'm going to marry Juan."

Alejandro visited Gonzalo and said, "I want to ask for Miranda's hand." Gonzalo snarled, "You are never going to marry my daughter!" He said he knows now that Alejandro never really wanted to do business with him, "you had other intentions." Alejandro admitted, "I wanted to finish you off." Gonzalo demanded to know why.

Alejandro said, "It's not important any more. The only that is important is her happiness" (ie Miranda's). Gonzalo told him, "Go to hell!"

Bertha told Miranda she's working for the business now. Miranda said, "What do you know about business? The only thing you've done in life is scheme." Bertha whined that Miranda had humiliated her by saying this. She asked Alejandro to speak with her privately, but Alejandro refused and Miranda grinned at Bertha.

Miranda asked Alejandro if they're getting married too soon. He said no, "If I am your husband, your father will let me help him."

Next Bertha complained to Gonzalo, who said, "You have a life of luxury. What more do you want?" She said, "I want you to love me, not Fernanda. I want to mean something to you. For years I hid your crime. That makes me a murderer's accomplice."

She asked Gonzalo why Alejandro visited the office, and Gonzalo said, "He came to inform me he's going to marry Miranda." Bertha looked upset.

Saturday, September 23, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 52

Renata asked Bertha why she visited Germany. Bertha said her friend has property there and -- not sure about this next part, but -- I think she said the friend intends to leave the property to Renata?? She told Renata not to say one word about it to anyone.

Juan told Amparo he wants to marry Renata and bring her home to live with his family for a while. Amparo didn't seem to think that was a good idea.

Later Juan told Fernanda he wants to marry her daughter. Fernanda pointed out that he and Renata come from "different worlds" and their life together might be hell. Juan said he can earn money as a doctor. Fernanda said she regards him as a son and seemed to approve of the marriage, but she too looked worried when he suggested bringing Renata to live in the neighborhood.

Bertha told the family she was in the kitchen with Charito and the dog when Tomasa fell to her death.

Later Charito asked Bertha why she said that, and Bertha insisted that she WAS in the kitchen and that's what Charito had better tell the police and anyone else who asks. When Charito tried to argue, Bertha threatened to accuse Charito of killing Tomasa.

Fernanda told Alejandro that with Tomasa and Nati gone, no one really knows what happened on the night Alfredo was shot, and she doesn't think Tomasa's death was an accident. Alejandro said it's "hard to imagine" that Bertha killed Tomasa. Fernanda said he's probably right, Bertha wouldn't kill someone in cold blood.

Alejandro told Fernanda the guys who attacked him live in her neighborhood, and that Miranda (listening to the attack on the telephone) heard two of their names and wrote them down. I think Alejandro said he wants to find the guys.

Raul overheard this conversation and reported it to Carola. She told Raul to convince Alejandro to call the police on Sanson and his gang, "then we will be saved."

Renata told Miranda, "Florencia and I were invisible to Tomasa" because Miranda got all the attention. (I think Renata got this idea from Bertha.)

Gonzalo told Renata he wanted to speak with her alone. When he tried to hug her, Renata said he'd never done that before (or words to that effect), "You always treated me as a thing, a mascot."

Gonzalo said, "I know I was a little distant. I'm sorry for being busy with my work," and that he'd like to be friends with Renata. She retorted, "I'm sure the only thing you know about me is my name."

Gonzalo pointed out, "You live the life of a princess," and Renata snapped, "I don't know one princess who is the daughter of a --" I didn't catch what she called him, but he slapped her across the face. Renata said now she knows what he really is.

Miranda told Pamela, "Bertha wouldn't have been on the stairs at that hour," and pointed out how strange it was that Tomasa had the accident right after Bertha returned.

Renata told Bertha she wants to get revenge on Gonzalo. Bertha criticized Renata for not hating properly, saying Renata should savor her hate, "make it part of your body."

Renata asked if she could get revenge on Gonzalo by "marrying a poor guy." Bertha liked that idea, then asked who Renata had in mind. Renata admitted that she and Juan are in love. Bertha smirked and (I think?) advised a "hidden marriage" between Renata and Juan.

Miranda told Pamela she's reluctant to marry Alejandro because if she does, someday he'll think she did it for his money.

Charito packed Tomasa's possessions, saying she's not going to throw them out as Bertha ordered, but give them to someone for safekeeping. She found some papers and worried about whether to destroy them or give them to Bertha.

Wednesday, September 20, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 51

Gonzalo told Bertha, "I'm not interested in making alliances, much less with you." Bertha said, "Whether you like it or not, we are in this together."

Miranda for some reason refused to call the police about Alejandro's car jacking and instead rushed out to find him. Gonzalo didn't want her to go alone so he accompanied her. Alejandro's car was stolen but he wasn't seriously injured. He told Gonzalo he'd like to talk to him tomorrow at the office, and Gonzalo agreed.

Bertha asked Tomasa why Juan is at the hacienda and why he and Fernanda are having Florencia's medicine analyzed. Tomasa said, "You're not a woman, Bertha de Aragon. You're the devil in person!" She said Alfredo Luque didn't love Bertha and Bertha couldn't stand that, so she arranged the confrontation between him and Gonzalo.

Bertha told Tomasa, "I had your sons killed!" She also revealed that Tomasa's granddaughter is Nuria. When Tomasa tried to leave the room, Bertha told the dog, "Lucas, attack!" When trying to escape, Tomasa fell down some stairs.

Gonzalo came home in time to hear Tomasa's final words, "She shot!" He asked Bertha what Tomasa meant by that. Bertha said she had no idea, then had a flashback to the night of the shooting when SHE, not Gonzalo, actually shot Alfredo Luque (although Gonzalo doesn't know that). After the shooting, Tomasa for some reason gave Bertha's hidden gun to Nati, who ran away with it.

Meanwhile, back at the hacienda, Renata said to herself, "No, I can't be in love with Juan! Ok, I like him. Ay, I am in love with Juan! Juan Jimenez. One of my sons is going to be named Gonzalo Juan Jimenez San Lorente! No, Papa will never permit it!"

Later Juan woke Renata up and asked her to marry him. Renata said her father won't permit it and Juan replied, "You're not a girl. You don't need your father's permission."

Raul informed the police that Sanson's gang is planning to rob the bank tomorrow.

At the police station, Alejandro told Miranda, "I'm sure I know those guys" (ie the guys who attacked him).Then he remembered seeing them when he visited Fernanda, and told Miranda, "Your mother knows them." (They are members of Sanson's gang.)

Cesar's bimbo told him that Luciano's friend is named Alejandro Luque. Cesar asked Luciano, "Why didn't you tell me you're Alejandro's friend?" Luciano said he knows that simpleton Alejandro but it's just a business relationship. Cesar said, "We are going to teach that simpleton a lesson." Luciano asked why Cesar dislikes Alejandro, and Cesar said it's about a woman. Luciano said, "Miranda San Lorente."

Bertha said to a police officer, "Tomasa was part of the family. And now she's not here. Why, God!" Gonzalo told the police he doesn't suspect anyone, "Why would anyone want to hurt Tomasa?"

Luciano told Alejandro he's going to buy Cesar's country house. Alejandro was pleased because for some reason this is part of his revenge plot.

Bertha yelled at Charito (the maid) for crying about Tomasa's death, saying (I think), "One more tear and you're going to go with her." I think she ordered Charito to immediately throw all Tomasa's possessions into the trash.

Tuesday, September 19, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 50

I think Daniel wants to marry Carola. She refused, saying in time the class difference will matter to him. Then she kissed him and he said in surprise, "You kissed me on the mouth." Carola said, "Because I am no longer a woman of the street, and you are very special."

After Daniel left, Raul asked Carola why she didn't accept his proposal. Carola said she's hoping Juan will take an interest in her when he returns. Raul didn't seem to think that was likely.

Juan told Renata he can't stop thinking about her "one minute of the day." After they slept together, Renata asked what their relationship is now and Juan said, "You and I are novios" (girlfriend and boyfriend), then corrected himself and said they can't be.

Back in her room, Renata gloated to herself that this night will be "a beautiful memory" for her "but nothing more. After I win my bet with Veronica, I am going to say goodbye" to Juan.

Miranda told Alejandro that Fernanda and Bertha loved the same man, and that Bertha had said she and Fernanda both knew Alejandro's father. Miranda realized, "My father killed Alfredro Luque!" She started crying, telling Alejandro, "Do you know what it means? It means we are impossible. Leave and never look for me again."

Alejandro thought, "Here ends my revenge. I don't want Miranda to suffer anymore." I missed what he said to her next, but he probably told her that his father only recently died (which is true), because Miranda immediately cheered up.

She told Alejandro, "For me, Gonzalo San Llorente is dead," but Alejandro said, "My father is dead and I'd give anything to see him," urging her not to break off her relationship with her father. He said hatred doesn't solve anything, adding, "I speak from experience," then thought that he intends to start a new life at Miranda's side.

Gonzalo arrived and ordered Miranda not to tell her sisters what she knows about him and Fernanda. Miranda said she has no intention of telling them the truth because it would kill Florencia.

Miranda told Gonzalo, "I love you and I can't lose you, but she is my mother." She asked him to move back into the house. Gonzalo agreed but said he doesn't want to see Alejandro Luque there. Miranda said, "Things in this house will be as you say."

Luciano visited Cesar and Luis Alberto. Cesar also invited three bimbos. One of them recognized Luciano and asked, "Who was that very handsome man with you that night in the bar?" (meaning Alejandro) Later Cesar asked the woman to tell him about Luciano's friend.

Raul and Carola visited Sanson and asked questions about the planned bank robbery. Presumably they intend to pass this information on to the police.

Bertha returned home and Gonzalo greeted her by demanding, "Who was the man with Fernanda that night?" I didn't catch Bertha's reply but I think she said she didn't know. Gonzalo asked what happened to the man's body, and Bertha said she had it thrown in the river.

Gonzalo said he doesn't want Florencia to find out who Fernanda is, and Bertha cooed, "You know I love your daughters."

Gonzalo snarled, "Get rid of that sweet tone and smile. You are a different person." I think(?) Bertha said, "Very well. We are going to put aside our masks."

At the end of the episode, Miranda called Alejandro and told him that Gonzalo won't let him in the house. Alejandro said not to worry, he understands. Then Alejandro's car was surrounded by thieves and Miranda overheard him being attacked.

Heridas de Amor - Episode 49

Julio told his sons about his plans to start a new investment company. Daniel refused to invest in it, demanding his money, but Angel agreed to Julio's plans and apologized for being "so ungrateful and stupid" to his father.

When Gonzalo saw Miranda in Fernanda's apartment, Miranda said, "I only ask that you put yourself in my place. She is my mother."

Gonzalo snarled, "And I am your father. Our affection is broken, and we know it can't be like before. Thanks to you, Fernanda."

Fernanda told him that Alejandro isn't her protector, he only helps her, and Gonzalo demanded, "Why?" Fernanda said she and Alejandro's mother were good friends.

Gonzalo said his father gave Fernanda the house because "he thought you loved me and would be a good wife." Fernanda replied that she doesn't want the house, "I was happy there but that's over." Gonzalo said he's not sorry for what he's done, "I am a man of integrity" and Miranda and Fernanda should stop complaining about their suffering. Then he stormed out.

Miranda told Fernanda, "He's not bad. If not for Bertha, we would be happy." Fernanda agreed, and Miranda said, "We have to make her confess what she's done." Fernanda asked how. Miranda said, "We have to use the same weapons she does."

Francisco told Daira that his wife died 22 years ago, when Raul was born. Daira commented that she was very happy with her husband, Alejandro's father. They joked about soccer, which apparently they both like.

Cesar pretended to be upset to win Lisania's sympathy. He said he's been bad to many people and doesn't know how to change, meanwhile thinking to himself, "Very well, Alejandro. Your sister is going to suffer the consequences of your stupidity."

Lisania said, "You can change. If you want, I can help." Cesar said, "Better not, Beautiful. I'm a bad apple."

Lisania insisted that she wants to help him change. Kissing her, Cesar said, "Yes, I want to be another, to live like a man of integrity at the side of a woman who knows and accepts me. That is what I want, to give all my love." Lisania of course believed every word of this.

Luis Alberto assured Luciano that the next president of San Llorente Investments will have his full support. Luciano replied that he knows Luis Alberto is working with Cesar.

Alejandro told Daira things are not going as he planned with his revenge plot because things became complicated when he met Fernanda and Florencia. Daira said, "And Miranda."

Alejandro agreed, admitting that backing out of his business deal with Gonzalo didn't give him the satisfaction he expected because the pained expression on Gonzalo's face reminded him of his father. Daira advised, "Listen to your heart."

Veronica for some reason has to leave the hacienda -- I think her mother called and told her to come home. She said she doesn't want to leave. Renata bragged to Veronica that she'll win their wager by getting Juan to propose marriage.

Fabricio offered to take Florencia to Miami to buy things for their baby. Juan agreed to let Florencia go as long as she takes her medicines religiously.

Gonzalo had dinner with Leonardo, who asked if Gonzalo ever considered, even for a moment, that maybe Fernanda didn't deceive him with another man. He said Gonzalo should investigate, but Gonzalo said, "I have nothing to investigate. This is the only way I can see things."

Cesar asked Fabricio how much money he needs, then offered to pay for the entire trip, saying, "I am your brother. Trust in me." Fabricio accepted and Cesar gloated to himself, "With you far away, idiot, tomorrow I will sell the country house to Luciano Santori."

Saturday, September 16, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 48

Cesar said to Miranda (in front of Alejandro), "Come with me. With me you will be safe. I thought after last night..."

Miranda said, "Nothing happened between us," then told Alejandro she spent the night at Cesar's apartment but not in his bed, and apologized for letting Alejandro think otherwise when he called.

Alejandro laughed and Cesar said, "What are you laughing at, imbecile?" Alejandro replied, "At you, Cesar."

Miranda broke up their fight and told Cesar she feels affection for him. Cesar didn't like that. He said he needs to speak to her alone, and she promised to look for him later. Before leaving, Cesar told Alejandro, "You and I aren't finished," and Alejandro retorted, "Just say where and when, Cesar, and I'll be there."

After Cesar left, Alejandro told Miranda, "Cesar is only a show-off."

Gabino (the hacienda employee) told Fabricio that many of the men making trouble at the hacienda don't actually work there. He added, "My grandparents were born here, and my parents. If necessary, I will defend it with my blood." Later he thought, "Senora Bertha is responsible for all of this, and what's worse, I am her accomplice."

Rebeca visited Gonzalo. He said he doesn't want to see her anymore because she chose to protect Cesar over him, but Rebeca begged for forgiveness, saying Gonzalo is like a brother to her. She told him Alejandro is Fernanda's protector.

Gonzalo said angrily that Alejandro has been making a fool of him, that he'll fight to recover everything and then everyone who made a fool of him will pay. Rebeca said, "Whatever happens, I will be with you. Don't forget that." Then she told him Julio is living with her, and that Cesar asked Julio to go into business with him and Julio accepted. None of this pleased Gonzalo.

Alejandro explained to Miranda that he met Fernanda by chance and later learned she was Miranda's mother. She asked why he didn't tell her, and Alejandro said, "You wouldn't have listened." Miranda wept and asked, "Who caused all this, Alejandro?"

Erika overheard Veronica scheming on the telephone with Bertha. Veronica grabbed Erika and threatened her, warning her not to tell Renata.

Alejandro took Miranda to see Fernanda. Miranda called Fernanda "Mama" and they both burst into tears. Fernanda said she waited years and years to hear that. Miranda said she loves Gonzalo and doesn't want to lose him, and Fernanda said she understands.

Fernanda said she doesn't want her house back because it belongs to her daughters and Gonzalo. Miranda asked if Fernanda still loves Gonzalo, and I think Fernanda said yes. Miranda said he never touches other women, and Fernanda said, "Only Bertha." Miranda said she doesn't think Gonzalo really feels anything for Bertha. She asked if Bertha is responsible for everything that has happened, and Fernanda said yes.

Cesar showed up at the San Llorente hacienda, pretending to be concerned about Fabricio's safety. He tossed his keys at Juan to park his car, but Juan said, "I don't know how to drive. Park it yourself." Cesar tried to attack Juan but Fabricio restrained him.

Julio told Rebeca he's at liberty to sell his shares in San Llorente Investments, that his sons will see that he isn't an old man when they see his new business. Rebeca thanked him for trusting Cesar.

Luis Alberto (Cesar's sidekick) said on the telephone, "San Lorente Investments' days are numbered." Luciano overheard and asked why Luis Alberto said that.

Gonzalo showed up at Fernanda's door and said, "I know Alejandro Luque is the man protecting you."

Thursday, September 14, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 47

Miranda told Gonzalo, "I don't know you. The Gonzalo San Llorente I thought I knew doesn't exist." She reminded him that the house they're in belongs to Fernanda, not Gonzalo. (The Mexico City house, not the Tabasco house as I thought yesterday.)

She asked, "Who was the man you killed, and what did you and Bertha do with the body?" Gonzalo snarled, "I don't have to answer to anyone, much less you. We are finished. Call the police if you want to denounce me."

Andrea told Santiago that she doesn't know what happened to her husband because she can't remember but she thinks he was murdered. Santiago then introduced her and Pamela to Leonardo (Andrea's husband). Leonardo said he looked for them for years.

Alejandro told Luciano they should try to think like Cesar, and concluded that Cesar wants to obtain the reserved shares so he can give them to Miranda and look like a hero. Alejandro said, "But it is deceit. In reality he hates Gonzalo and wants to destroy him."

Miranda cried and said to herself, "Alejandro, I need to hear your words, your voice, to feel the strength of your arms, your love." Alejandro then called her and, worried because she was crying, raced to go see her.

Men with machetes tried to break into the hacienda. (Apparently disgruntled chocolate pickers, stirred up because Bertha told them they won't be paid?) Juan told the girls to lock themselves in Florencia's room while he went to find Fabricio.

Gabino drove the men off but said they will return. "These imbeciles won't be happy until they empty the big house."

Roman (the detective who is romancing Amparo) visited Gonzalo and realized that Cesar lied to him when he said he was speaking for Gonzalo. He wondered what Cesar is up to. Gonzalo told Roman to focus on finding out who Fernanda's protector is.

Francisco told Amparo he met his former factory boss, who gave him a big check (severance pay?) Amparo said they should ask Alejandro or Roman what to do with it.

Raul went to the police to turn in Sanson and his gang in order to protect Amparo. An unsympathetic police officer told Raul he can't leave without paying a large bail. Carola arrived to bail Raul out. She refused to talk to the cop, but he told her, "If you don't cooperate with us, you will be arrested, too."

Renata admitted to Erika that she adores Juan, "but we are very different." Erika said, "The only difference is you are a woman and he is a man," and told Renata she shouldn't be unfair to Juan by leading him on just to win her wager with Veronica.

Heridas de Amor - Episode 46

Fernanda told her boss if Florencia survives her pregnancy, she should become a candidate for a heart transplant. He agreed, then told her Gonzalo tried to have her fired from her job at the hospital.

Amparo confronted Sanson about his threats against her nephews, asking him, "Why are you doing this? You are good!" I think she said she took care of him when he was a child. She said, "I am begging you, they have done nothing. Leave them in peace!"

Sanson said, "I am not going to forget what Juan did," then remembered his brother dying and Juan being unable to save him. Juan told Sanson he left a restaurant and got there as fast as he could, but the brother was already dead when Juan arrived. Sanson yelled, "It's your fault! One day you are going to pay for all of this!"

Alejandro told Gonzalo he's not interested in helping bail out Gonzalo's business. Gonzalo said, "The business is not destroyed. I can call any bank and get an unlimited line of credit."

Al. said, "I think it is better to cancel the contract." Gonzalo angrily told him to stay away from his house and his business, and to separate from Miranda. Alejandro replied, "There you are wrong, Gonzalo. That is a decision only she can make."

Miranda explained to Fernanda that day after day, year after year, Bertha told Miranda and her sisters that their mother was a whore who abandoned them etc. She told Fernanda, "I need time. It is the only thing I ask. I had a home, a family. Now I have nothing but emptiness and confusion." Fernanda hugged her.

Gonzalo called banks trying to get money, but told Vicente (his lawyer), "No one wants to talk to me." He said he would go to his club to talk to the president of the Bank of Mexico and someone else, but Vicente said, "You can't. Your daughter cancelled your club memberships" (because they can no longer afford them).

Luciano arrived and told Gonzalo he wants to liquidate the business. Gonzalo asked Luciano who is behind all this, but Luciano didn't tell him.

Pamela asked Miranda, "Do you hate your mama?" Miranda said, "No. I can't hate her," and she knows now that Fernanda didn't run off with another man, that Gonzalo threw Fernanda out and kept her away from her daughters.

Tomasa told Miranda that Fernanda has every right to return home because the hacienda actually belongs to Fernanda, not Gonzalo.

Cesar and Luis Alberto schemed against Gonzalo. Don't know exactly what's going on but they are up to no good. Cesar brought Gonzalo a report and said, "This proves there was no fraud in the business. It was just a failure in the system." Gonzalo, still not fooled by Cesar, gave the report to Vicente and snarled, "Analyze this information, and if necessary call the police."

Miranda confronted Gonzalo, demanding, "Who is the man you killed?" Gonzalo didn't answer, but said, "Fernanda was much younger than me when we married. I knew she loved another man," but over time he believed Fernanda had fallen in love with him. Then he found her kissing a man in the library.

Fernanda told Alejandro that Cesar told Miranda that Gonzalo shot a man. Alejandro was angry because he doesn't want Miranda to find out the man was his father (because then she will guess that he is seeking revenge against Gonzalo). He also yelled at Fernanda that Miranda spent the night with Cesar.


NOTE: My Spanish is sketchy so I misunderstand things. The blog Caray Caray! has a different (no doubt more accurate) take on some things in this episode, so check it out, too. I wrote my recap before reading the Caray Caray recap, and I won't fix my mistakes above because that would be cheating!

Wednesday, September 13, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 45

Fabricio told Florencia she can't be in love with Alejandro because Alejandro is his friend. Florencia broke down and told Fabricio, "Help me. You are stronger than me."

Fabricio said, "We are united and nothing is going to separate us. Give me one word of love and for you I would confront death." However, as soon as he left her alone, Florencia started worrying about whether Fabricio is still in love with Miranda.

Veronica met Fabricio in the hallway and again demanded 1,000 pesos for her silence about their affair. Fab. said he doesn't have the money. She said she wants it anyway.

Juan told Renata, "I don't think women are to be used. They are to be cared for, protected." She asked if he has a lot of girlfriends and he said no, doctors don't have time for dating. She said, "Liar. You're the kind of guy who is king of the barrio." She kissed him and he said, "You are playing with fire."

He asked her how she will treat him tomorrow and Renata said she didn't know, "We can't be equals." Juan got angry and left, and she just shrugged.

Later Erika bet Renata her car that Renata can't get Juan to propose marriage to her. I don't think Renata is really interested in Juan -- just pretending to be to win a bet with her friends.

Miranda said to herself, "How differently Cesar treats me than Alejandro. Cesar tells me the truth. He used to be cruel, but he has changed."

Alejandro called Miranda's cell phone and was upset when Cesar answered. Cesar said with a smirk, "Miranda is sleeping. Call back tomorrow." Alejandro raged to Luciano, "They are together and I don't know where!"

Cesar told Miranda about Alejandro's call, saying Alejandro is sure to call back because he doesn't trust Miranda. So when Alejandro called again, Miranda snapped at him, "Cesar told you clearly that I am asleep. For God's sake, stop bothering me!"

After leaving home, Raul went to Carola's apartment. She got a phone call and admitted it was from a client. Raul pointed out that Carola said she was quitting that life, and she said, "I swear it's the last time," that this man has a business and can help her get a job (or something like that). Raul warned her not to trust this guy.

The client turned out to be Julio's son Daniel. He kissed Carola against her will, then apologized. She told him she doesn't kiss clients on the mouth.

Veronica had an attack of fever. Juan told her to get an HIV test immediately.

Gonzalo had a business meeting with Alejandro, who told him, "The money you are asking is considerable. As you know, it is not only mine. I'll have to consult with Daira and Lisania."

Miranda visited the priest, Santiago, and told him, "What my father did to my mother has no name." Santiago told her she should listen to both of her parents' accounts of what happened before she judges them.

Tuesday, September 12, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 44

After kissing Juan, Renata told him, "Everything is going to be as you want." Later she asked him if it's true that his mother was dead, and commented that she also has no mother.

Juan mentioned that his father works as a "burro" but I don't know what that means exactly -- some kind of menial job?

After asking Raul about his involvement with the gang, Alejandro apologized, saying, "I have no right to question you. I am only asking as a friend." Francisco replied that Alejandro is "a part of the family, like a brother." Alejandro said he'll go with Francisco to confront Sanson, and Amparo thanked him.

Miranda warned Pamela that Luciano's intentions toward her probably aren't good.

Gonzalo arrived at Fernanda's apartment and said, "I came to tell you to leave Mexico" (I think he meant Mexico City). He said he wants her as far from their daughters as possible.

Fernanda refused to leave. She accused Gonzalo of working with Bertha to "set a trap" for her on the night Alfredo was shot. Gonzalo called that accusation "stupidity," and Fernanda said yes, she was stupid not to realize Gonzalo was having an affair with her sister.

Gonzalo said what happened between him and Bertha meant nothing to him. Fernanda asked, "Then why did you do it?" and Gonzalo snarled, "I'm not going to give explanations."

Cesar called Miranda and asked her to come to his place to discuss something urgent. Unfortunately I missed most of their conversation, but I think he told her that Gonzalo shot Alfredo. His intention appears to be to turn her against Gonzalo.

Miranda, devastated, said, "How could he kill that man?" Cesar also told her how Gonzalo persecuted Fernanda for years. Miranda made a phone call that somehow confirmed this. She commented on how little she knows her own father.

Cesar said, "You can't evade reality. You are not alone. I am with you." Miranda fainted, giving Cesar a chance to kiss her and say, "You are mine."

Raul told Amparo that he's leaving home because his father threw him out. Amparo begged him to stay, saying Francisco spoke in a moment of anger, but Raul left after asking for her blessing.

Fabricio begged Florencia to help him, saying he's "very confused" about her hostile attitude toward him. Florencia replied, "I think I am in love with another man. To be clear, I think I am in love with Alejandro Luque." (Fabricio, of course, unlike Florencia, knows that Alejandro is her half brother.)

Meanwhile Fernanda insisted to Alejandro that she can't tell Florencia that Gonzalo isn't her real father because it will kill Florencia.

Saturday, September 09, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 43

Fabricio accused Alejandro of being just like Gonzalo, which angered Alejandro. (But then, everything angers Alejandro.) Fabricio said, "This isn't you. You never lost control before."

Al. asked Fab. to tell Miranda that Alejandro isn't in love with Florencia, but Fab. said he can't do that without explaining to Miranda that Florencia is Alejandro's sister. Then Fab. declared that he intends to win Miranda back. Alejandro snarled, "That will never happen, I assure you."

Renata told Miranda, "The most logical solution [to the family's financial problems] is for you to marry Alejandro Luque."

Daniel told Rebeca that he's planning to have Julio declared incompetent due to senile dementia. Rebeca said, "I am going to fight for him. The only demented one is you! Get out of my house!"

Carola visited Francisco and Amparo, saying, "I came to beg you not to do anything against Sanson [the gang leader]. If you do anything that affects him, he will kill Raul. And Juan too."

She told them that Raul met Lisania while stealing her purse, and Francisco went through the roof, yelling, "In this house, we have values and rules!"

When Raul came home, Francisco threatened to throw him out of the house. Alejandro arrived and Amparo told him what was going on. Francisco yelled, "He is a thief!" Alejandro, startled, asked Raul, "You are Lisania's boyfriend?"

Cesar apologized to Rebeca and Julio, saying he now accepts that they're living together. Gonzalo arrived and accused Julio and Cesar of working together to commit the fraud. Cesar said, "What more do I have to do to convince you that we're innocent?" Gonzalo said, "Confess that you and Julio did it!" then told Julio, "One day you're going to regret your alliance with this pig."

After Gonzalo left, Cesar told Julio they should open a new business together. Julio agreed because he wants to be independent of Gonzalo.

Alejandro told Miranda that he and Florencia "have the affection of siblings, nothing more," and assured her, "I'm in love with a woman, not a girl." Miranda said if Alejandro truly saw her as an intelligent woman, he would have told her that he was her mother's friend. She said, "I am a woman! How difficult is that to understand?"

Miranda told Tomasa that she wants to search Bertha's room while Bertha is away.Tomasa said Bertha locked the door before she left. Miranda said, "Tomorrow I'm going to get a locksmith. There's not one door in this house that isn't open to me."

Renata told Fabricio that Florencia thinks she's in love with Alejandro. She borrowed his computer so she could snoop into Bertha's financial information online. Lisania suggest she try Bertha's birthdate as a password, and it worked. Renata saw that Bertha flew from New York to Germany (unlikely that she could really tell that from Bertha's bank or credit card info, but oh well).

Juan warned Florencia to stay calm for sake of her health. Fabricio told her, "Tomorrow we'll do your exercises," and Florencia whined, "Why? I'm the one who's going to die." Fab., as usual, left in a huff, and Florencia told Juan that all her problems, including her illness, are Miranda's fault.

Pamela revealed to Miranda that she recently met a handsome man named Luciano. He took her out for coffee, and Pamela thinks she's in love with him. Recognizing his name, Miranda said, "No, it can't be. Luciano is the owner of the reserved shares of San Llorente Investments!"

Thursday, September 07, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 42

Renata told Florencia, "We have to make Miranda marry Alejandro or another millionaire."

Alejandro asked Miranda why she's angry at him, demanding, "To know your mother is an unforgiveable sin?" She said, "Not to tell me is unforgiveable."

Florencia told Alejandro that Fabricio plans to leave her so he can be with Miranda. Alejandro attacked Fabricio, accusing him of making Florencia suffer.

Miranda broke up the fight and asked Alejandro why he's so interested in her sister, is he's hiding something like he hid Fernanda's identity. Alejandro said, "One of these days you will realize the mistake you made with your mother."

Cesar told Gonzalo he sold his country house to raise money for Gonzalo's bail. He tried to hug Gonzalo, but Gonzalo said, "You think I'm an imbecile, Cesar, but you're wrong."

Santiago visited Fernanda and told her Pamela's father is alive. He asked how it will affect Andrea's mental health if her husband suddenly reappears. Fernanda said Andrea's mental problems were caused by deep depression. I think she said professionals should be present when Andrea meets Leonardo again.

Cesar told Nuria and Luis Alberto he will save Gonzalo's business by putting his own money into it. They warned him that they're under investigation and it will look suspicious if Cesar produces a lot of money. He sneered, "Please, for the love of God. That's why I sold the country house, so no one would suspect."

Miranda told Fabricio she doesn't intend to tell Renata and Florencia who Fernanda is. Fabricio said Florencia shouldn't die without knowing her mother.

Alejandro told Juan that Florencia is his sister, and Veronica overheard this. Veronica then complained to Juan that she wasn't feeling well. He looked at her tonsils and said they're enormous, then asked when she was last tested for HIV. She became furious and said she doesn't have AIDS, then nervously repeated to herself that it's impossible, she's fine.

Juan told Fabricio, "Her symptoms are characteristic of AIDS." Fab. yelled at her for putting him at risk by having sex without protection. He called her trash. She threatened to tell Florencia everything and demanded 10,000 pesos for her silence.

Florencia said she's in love with Alejandro. Of course Alejandro overheard this and was appalled. Later he told Lisania, "If she knows she's not Gonzalo's daughter, she will die," and added, "I don't know why we have to live through this nightmare." Lisania said she wishes she could return to Italy.

Leonardo told Fernanda that he was in jail with Gonzalo. She refused to discuss Gonzalo with him. She agreed to go out to dinner with him if they only discuss Pamela and Andrea.

Miranda told her sisters they'll have to help her clean the house because the servants are gone. Then she got a phone call and learned that Cesar paid Gonzalo's bail.

Daniel told Rebeca that his father (Julio) has made many mistakes with his sons' money and they want it all back.

Heridas de Amor - Episode 41

Renata and her friends invited Juan and Raul to go out with them. Juan refused because he had to take care of Florencia. Raul told Juan he couldn't go because he didn't have money or the right clothes.

Miranda took Renata aside and warned her to save her money because the family is broke. She also told Renata that Florencia somehow found out she's going to die.

Emilia (Renata's friend with the weird haircut) told Veronica that she wants to return to the city with Raul tomorrow. Veronica said, "You like him!" and Lisania (Raul's girlfriend) overheard this. Veronica told Emilia, "Sorry," then laughed.

Florenica accused Fabricio of planning to marry Miranda after she dies. Fabricio said, "I swear things aren't that way!" then stormed out of the room.

He met Renata in the hallway and accused her and Bertha of manipulating him into marrying Florencia. Renata said, "Bertha didn't put a gun to your head and make you marry Florencia."

Carola told Joel, "I'll die before I return to that life" (I'm still guessing she's a former prostitute). Sanson told Francisco and Amparo that Raul is a member of his gang. They were shocked.

Nuria told Cesar that Bertha went to Germany. She then asked if he's really going to marry her, which annoyed Cesar. She told him he's been "cold and distant." Cesar hugged her and said, "If you want, you can come to my apartment tonight and make my dinner and straighten the place up." This pleased Nuria the Doormat.

Florencia phoned Alejandro and told him that Fabricio and Miranda are in love. "I don't know what to do!" Alejandro told her not to worry, he will come to the hacienda tomorrow. Renata told Florencia, "Alejandro has to marry Miranda to save the family."

Meanwhile Miranda rejected Fabricio again, saying she cried for days and nights after he dumped her, but finally succeeded in getting over him. "I don't love you."

At breakfast the next day, Renata ordered Juan to call her "Senorita Renata." He said, "Excuse me, Your Majesty," and left the table.

Florencia began shrieking at Fabricio again. He said, "I married you because I was in love. I never realized how quickly my life would turn into a hell!" He started to pack his suitcases to go to a hotel, and Florencia collapsed.

Juan revived her and said it was just a fainting fit, her heart is fine. Miranda told Fab. that Florencia needs him by her side.

Gonzalo's jail friend, "the Tycoon," introduced himself to Santiago (the priest) as Leonardo, Andrea's husband and Pamela's father. He said, "I've been looking for them for years. I want to recover my family." Santiago said Andrea and Pamela think Leonardo is dead, and his sudden return might upset Andrea's mental health.

Alejandro told Fernanda he suspects Bertha is behind everything bad that's happened. She agreed.

Raul and Lisania had an argument. Not sure but I think Raul complained because Lisania asked him the previous night to change his clothes before going to the nightclub. He said he has nothing else to wear. She apologized, saying she didn't mean anything by it. He said (again) that they come from different worlds. I think he was breaking up with her.

Miranda visited Gabino and saw Nati, the woman who escaped from the nursing home. Nati called Miranda "Fernanda" and said, "I have a secret."

Wednesday, September 06, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 40

Alejandro tried to question his uncle, the priest Santiago, about his mother, but Santiago said he can't tell what he knows because of the sanctity of confession. They had an argument about this.

Alejandro went home and drew a picture of Miranda, then said, "I can't follow you, Miranda. Now more than ever I am sure of my revenge," and tore up the picture.

Santiago called Alejandro and said he doesn't want to fall out with his only relative. He came to visit Alejandro and they made up. Santiago told Alejandro he had punished by the church after being falsely accused of drinking and carousing with women.

Al. asked who accused Santiago but Santiago wouldn't answer. He said it happened around the time Sofia (Alejandro's mother) died of cancer, when he was having a crisis of faith. Al. tried to ask about his mother's death, and again Santiago wouldn't answer because of the sanctity of confession. Alejandro said, "You mean my mother was murdered?" Santiago wouldn't answer.

Alejandro discussed all this with Daira and she told him he should be suspicious of Bertha.

Juan told Miranda that Florencia isn't responding to her medication and he's going to have it tested.

Bertha was jealous of Fernanda after learning Florencia is actually Alfredo's daughter. She said to herself, "Fernanda has everything. I have nothing."

Juan told Raul that having money isn't important, what's important is having good values. Miranda overheard this and seemed to approve.

The hacienda employee, Gavino, went for a walk with a woman named Arcadia who is apparently his wife. She said they need to get away from Bertha because she's very bad. She asked who killed Miranda's horse and Gavino admitted it was him. They found Nati (the woman who escaped from the nursing home) who had collapsed beside the road.

Renata called Bertha and told her that Juan and Fernanda are going to have Florencia's medications tested. Bertha pretended to laugh at this, but after hanging up she was worried. She doesn't want Fernanda to talk to the cardiologists Florencia consulted in Europe because then Fernanda will know what Bertha has done. She called Germany to find out where those doctors are, then told the maid she's going on a trip.

Renata asked Lisana why she's dating a poor person. Lisania said, "I like Raul because he has a pure soul and a nice family." She said Raul and his brothers were raised by their aunt, whom they call Mama Amparito. Renata mocked this, saying she would never call her aunt Bertha "Mama Bertita."

Florencia confronted Miranda, accusing her and Fabricio of waiting for Florencia's death so they can reunite. Later Florencia challenged Fabricio, "What are you going to do when I die?"

Monday, September 04, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 39

Gonzalo remembered the night of the shooting. He wanted to call the police, but Bertha said, "I will take care of everything. Your daughters will never know what happened." She also told him Fernanda had never loved him.

Fernanda yelled at Alejandro, "I never should have left my daughters! I hate you, Alfredo!" Alejandro reminded her that he's not his father. She apologized and said she didn't know what came over her. She said it was Alfredo's fault that she was forced to give up her daughters. Alejandro said, "But what made him think you would leave with him?"

Fernanda said she thinks Bertha let Alfredo into the house that night. Alejandro, surprised, said his father had always loved Fernanda but hardly mentioned Bertha.

Daniel was angry because Julio moved in with Rebeca. He told his brother Angel, "Don't forget all the times our mother cried because of Rebeca." He ordered Julio to come home with him and Angel. Julio slapped him and said, "I am your father. Treat me with respect."

Roman came to visit Amparo and told Francisco, "I like Amparo and I'm going out with her. We are of age and don't need permission." Francisco said he's the one who gives orders in the house. Roman told Amparo, "Francisco is your brother, not your father." Amparo said, "It is his house," and Roman said, "For years you've been a nanny and a servant for free, haven't you?" Amparo told him he'd better leave. Francisco said something to himself like, "What did I do wrong? My father would have done the same."

Miranda talked to the wives of the cocoa collectors who left the hacienda. The women said they can do the work and the children can open the cocoa beans (or something like that).

Florencia accused Fabricio of having an affair with Veronica. He denied it. Florencia said, "I'm not an idiot!" and ordered him not to talk to Veronica again. He said she already told him not to talk to Miranda, "Who is next? Renata? My mother?" Veronica overheard all this. Juan told Veronica if Florencia gets worse because of this, it will be Veronica's fault.

Renata asked Juan if he was angry at her. He said, "I always forget unimportant things quickly." She apologized for being rude to him when he returned her wallet, then kissed him. Then (I think?) she asked whether her kisses are better than his girlfriend's. He said, "Hmm... my girlfriend." She said, "Stupid!" and stormed away.

Miranda yelled at Tomasa for not telling her who Fernanda was.

Rebeca mentioned to Bertha that Florencia isn't really Gonzalo's daughter. Bertha was surprised and upset. She said she's going to tell Gonzalo, but Julio said, "Fernanda has suffered enough. I am not going to permit you to make her your victim." Bertha asked why he defends Fernanda, "Don't tell me you're in love with her too!" This made Rebeca jealous, but Julio insisted Rebeca's always been the woman in his life, even when he was married to his sons' mother, and she shouldn't believe a woman like Bertha.

Fabricio asked Miranda, "Why did you love me?" She said, "For your smiles, your beautiful eyes. At your side I felt peaceful." Fab. kissed her and Miranda said, "A little while ago I would have given my life for this kiss," but, "I was wrong to think you were the man of my dreams." Fabricio asked, "Who is it? Alejandro? I swear I'm going to win your love again!"

Saturday, September 02, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 38

Bertha visited Cesar's buddy, Louis Alberto, and I think she said she wants to buy information from him about Cesar. She asked, "What does he say about me?" Louis Alberto asked, "Everything?" and she said, "Everything."

Miranda decided not to tell Florenica that Fernanda is their mother.

Alejandro and Fernanda warned Pamela not to tell Miranda that she already knew who Fernanda was. "I committed the same error, and now she won't speak to me," Alejandro said. Pamela said, "Miranda does not forgive a betrayal," and Fernanda said, "Like Gonzalo." Pamela said, "If Miranda knew, I would lose our friendship."

Fernanda told Alejandro, "We have to get Bertha away from Miranda. Bertha is capable of anything."

Fabricio told Veronica what happened between them was a mistake. Veronica tried to make him jealous by saying how attractive Juan is.

Later Veronica asked Florencia about the love triangle between her, Fabricio, and Miranda. Florencia said angrily, "Fabricio has eyes for no one except me." Veronica tried to make Florencia suspicious by commenting, "Fabricio's country house is so beautiful and so romantic."

Gonzalo refused to thank Cesar for getting Daniel and Angel to drop the charges against him. Miranda insisted that Cesar is innocent of the fraud. She also told Gonzalo, "I know who Dr. Fernandez is."

Tomasa told Fabricio she needs money to run the hacienda. Fab. gave her some cash and said if necessary, he will sell the rights to his petroleum project to raise more money for Florencia's family.

Alejandro tried to call Miranda. Bertha answered and said, "Miranda told me she doesn't want to see you anymore." Then she told Alejandro, "We have to talk. I'm sure things are going to change between us."

Luciano informed Alejandro that Cesar wants to buy the reserved shares and that Luis Alberto is his accomplice. Alejandro seemed pleased to hear Cesar intends to sell his country house to raise money to buy the shares. He asked Luciano to "make friends with Cesar. Find out everything about him."

A private investigator approached Santiago (the priest) and said he needs to talk to Pamela and her mother, Andrea, because someone named Leonardo is looking for them. Santiago was surprised and said he'd thought Pamela's father was dead.

Friday, September 01, 2006

Heridas de Amor - Episode 37

Charo, the maid, told Miranda that Bertha really is responsible for all the hacienda employees quitting their jobs.

Florencia told Tomasa that she and Fabricio haven't been happy since they returned from Germany, and blamed Miranda. Tomasa said, "What happens between you two is your responsibility, not Miranda's," but Florencia said, "If I'm not happy, Miranda won't be, either!"

Fabricio told Juan he is jealous of doctors touching his wife. Juan warned Fabrico that he could catch HIV from someone like Veronica and pass it on to Florencia.

Cesar tried to buy the reserved shares of San Llorente investments from Luciano. He told Luciano he is "almost part of the San Llorente family" because he's going to marry Miranda, and he wants the shares so he can return them to the family. Luciano said the shares aren't for sale. Cesar said he will sell his country house in Tabasco to pay for the shares, and Luciano seemed interested in that.

Raul asked Juan if he (Juan) killed the brother of Sanson, the gang leader. Juan said no, the brother was injured while committing a crime with Sanson's gang. Sanson brought him to Juan, who tried to save him but couldn't, and Sanson has always blamed Juan for his brother's death.

Miranda found Fernanda's rosary, which looks just like the one the cocoa collectors on Gonzalo's hacienda gave to Miranda as a wedding present. They gave an identical rosary to Miranda's mother when she married, so Miranda realized that Fernanda must be her mother. She was furious and accused Fernanda of abandoning her as a child.

Fernanda begged Miranda to let her explain, but Miranda refused, saying, "You want to save my sister's life? How ironic. When my sister finds out who you are, she is going to die!"

Fernanda wept and told Alejandro, "I have lost my daughter forever." Alejandro said, "Don't think that. It is normal for Miranda to react this way. Only give her time to assimilate the news."

Miranda went home and asked Bertha about her mother (since Bertha is Fernanda's sister). Bertha claimed Fernanda was never happy with Gonzalo because she always wanted fame, to work in a big hospital. Miranda asked if Fernanda and Bertha had been in love with the same man, and Bertha said yes.