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- What are you thinking of, Corporal? - About what?

Just about the surroundings.

They're nice. Maybe I'm missing some music.

- I was talking about something else, Corporal. - I know that!

Relax, you are with Donovan!

- Do you see what I see? - Of course.

I've fought the Indians hundreds of times.

If I hadn't lived it I wouldn't be telling you.

Then we'll just ignore him.

Is there something going on?

Of course, Sir.

Lobo Negro is watching us from that hill.

- You say that dot is El Lobo? - Exactly. The black rider.

You kidding me? How do you know that is a rider?

Because it is a man sitting on a horse's back.

OK, it's a rider. But why is he El Lobo?

Because he wears a mask.

- Go with the others! I'll keep watching. - Yes, Corporal.

- What did the Corporal tell you? - He said we are with Donovan!

Let's hope that Teodoro Garcia and El Lobo don't find out.

I don't like this, it's too peaceful.

When you see something, you don't like it. And same if you see nothing!

What do you want?

- To make a decision! - Which one?

Let's go home.

Let's turn around!

With all due respect

Corporal, I think we've fallen into a trap.

Trust me, boy!

These stripes don't come for free!

We'll see who falls in the trap in the end.

I have a plan.

Which one? Getting all of us killed?

Today there will be a bloodshed. A huge bloodshed.

Relax, boy! It won't be our blood!

Can I take that for granted, Corporal?

If the Indians never got me, who could get me now?

Of course, you are right.

You know what's in that wagon? Money! Lots of it!

That's what worries me. Both Teodoro Garcia and El Lobo will come hand in hand to get it!

Let them come! Then I will play my cards!

The ones any idiot can see, and the ones I have up my sleeve.

- That's cheating, Corporal. - What did you say?

Go back with the soldiers! I will go ahead and check the area.

At your orders!

March!

How is it going?

How is it going?

Damn! Are you all deaf?

Who's there?

Who do you think it is, you idiot? It's Donovan!

Anyone else would have shot you dead by now!

It's too hot in here! We are suffocating!

Hide, you idiot! We are almost there.

The signal will be a gunshot. Keep your guns ready.

And you know: when the time comes, you all go after them like wild animals!

Our legs are numb. We can't even stand up.

Then kneel to shoot! That is an order!

Why don't we swap positions with the ones riding horses, Corporal?

Damn! El Lobo is nearby, don't spoil it!

OK, Corporal. We'll stay here.

I'll go ahead. Remember the signal: a gunshot.

And then, we come out like wild animals!

- Are you still there, Corporal? - Yes!

Smith says he is bursting for a pee.

Tell him to relax; that soon he may be dead.

Halt! Drop your gun!

I'd rather be killed than humiliated!

Have you thought that I could do both things?

- What do you want from me? - Just some information.

- Will you give it to me? - I know how to die like a soldier ...

but I don't intend to do that.

Hurry up!

Come on ....

Here he is, boys! He is El Lobo!

Soldiers, aim!

What are you doing, you scum?

You said 'aim', and we obeyed. If you say 'shoot', we will also obey.

- Who are you? - I am known as Teodoro.

Teodoro Garcia. Is that name familiar to you?

Teodoro?

Teodoro Garcia?

It doesn't ring a bell.

Teodoro ....

Remembering the past, Excellency?

Yes.

Lots of sad memories from this area.

I hope you will find reward in your new assignment.

A battle was lost, Colonel. But the wounds have healed and the battle continues.

It's absurd to think we are fighting a group of mad landowners

led by a shadow that nobody knows.

I can assure you that we will know him soon enough.

We'll force El Lobo to leave his hideout.

I'm amazed at how just one man can drive a whole army crazy.

Nobody understands how he has remained anonymous for so long.

The people do protect and hide him, even by risking their own lives.

It is amazing to some extent.

It may seem like that.

Especially, in a woman's eyes.

I am on your side, Governor.

When will you men arrive?

They may have already done so.

I hope they will perform as per your expectations, Captain.

They have been chosen amongst many hardened and trained men.

I personally took care of that.

I can assure you they can confront anyone.

Warn them to forget they are Army soldiers.

I already did, Sir.

And never set a foot in HQs. They must act on their own account.

I will be the only one contacting them occasionally.

They know their mission is to fight Teodoro and El Lobo with their own weapons.

Shrewdness and surprise.

Welcome to California, Colonel Sullivan.

We've been told you have been promoted to Governor and we thought we should congratulate you.

You will regret having crossed my path again.

Sorry about so many weapons, Madam. But don't worry

This gun has never shot a woman.

Is that because your gun is very gallant?

Or because it did not need to be shot?

Maybe there is a bit of each.

If you have finished your bravado we would like to continue with our trip.

I'm sorry for delaying you.

But I want you to see something.

Come down.

Not you, Madam.

The show is not charming.

Attention!

Nothing to report, Colonel.

You idiot ....

You will regret this.

I swear.

If you are thinking in hurting us

it's fair for you to pay the doctor's fee.

Come on, put here anything of value you have.

I bet he doesn't have much more than us.

Don't move.

Thank you.

Why did you do this?

Why shouldn't I?

Supposedly we are enemies.

I'd rather not think that way.

I came from far away just to find out who you are.

It would be a shame if you wasted your trip.

Nevertheless, I'm glad you are here.

If you knew me you would not underestimate me.

And if you knew me you would realize how much I admire you.

Come. I'll take you hack with your people.

Will you let us continue with our trip?

You aren't yet my prisoners.

You expect to take us prisoners at some point?

That depends on all of you.

The Colonel�s comeback will bring again sad times for Californians.

I think you should have finished him when you had the chance, Sir.

He was so wounded and helpless ....

Well, I didn't have the courage to kill him.

I understand.

He wouldn't have done the same thing with you.

One would never know that.

Many times men are left alone with their own conscience.

And to date I haven't managed to fool mine

Same thing happens over and over.

Men without scruples have an advantage.

You spared his life.

We'll see what he does now with other people's lives.

Knowing him, we can have an idea.

That man does not forget.

Just imagine now that he has absolute power.

You think he will take reprisals against your father and all other landowners?

Whether they like it or not, there was a trial.

He cannot go against that court ruling.

But he will likely make their lives very difficult.

A merciless war is about to start, Martin.

Will we participate in that war, Sir?

We....

will try to assist as much as we can.

Who else knew it?

How many other people knew that the wagon was carrying the payroll money?

Nobody, Sir. Only the Paymaster and I.

Do I have to think then that one of you

was indiscreet?

No, Sir. Not even the guards knew about the money.

And who had that crazy idea?

It was me, Governor.

I could order you to be shot by firing squad just for that.

Think slowly, Corporal. Try to remember.

Or you will be put under arrest.

Think carefully about the events

and try to figure out who else could have known that the money was in the wagon.

I expect your answer by tomorrow morning. You can leave now.

At your orders, Sir.

Something new?

More or less what we already knew.

The trial was a charade...

but one of our judges found them innocent.

Nothing to do that way.

Me must think of starting

from zero.

Yes, you are right.

Something is unquestionable.

El Lobo was born the same day Diego Aceves was taken into custody.

He even attacked the soldiers escorting him.

I know this report very well. I've read it hundreds of times!

No, it's not as simple as you think.

Diego Aceves' son arrived to California

long after El Lobo showed up.

I know, I know, I'm not stupid!

But try to learn this

People don't die just because.

Now I've lost you.

I mean, if El Lobo risks his neck for the landowners, it can only be

because he is one of them.

No. I've always considered your logic, but that would be way too simple.

El Lobo could be anyone.

A wealthy man, a beggar, a peasant,

or a man of the street.

Or even a patriot like Teodoro Garcia.

But in any case he is a crazy fanatic.

It always paid whenever you listened to me, isn't it?

Then keep doing so.

El lobo is neither crazy nor just anyone.

He has too many qualities to be just an average Joe.

He is courageous, young, intelligent, and skilled with weapons.

That's one of the things I came here to verify.

Everybody thinks you're invincible.

Even I do.

But if the time to confront him arrives

don't be too confident. If

That's the other bit of advice I can give you.

Just put him in front of me and forget about your advice.

O no! Killing him is not so difficult.

Any coward could do it in any corner of any road.

The hard part is finding out who he is.

And that

can only be achieved in a cunningly manner.

OK. Where do we start?

Talk tomorrow to the colonel.

Convincing him to increase the taxes on the landowners.

We must trigger a reaction by provoking them.

This way, El Lobo will intervene again.

Let the governor be his visible enemy.

You work in the background.

Even

You could even befriend the Californians.

I.... will help you on that.

Keep trotting!

Keep your distance!

Halt!

Dismount now!

Walking pace!

Close the circle!

C'mon, c'mon, go faster!

Hey, Donovan wants to kill us!

Don�t you forget he is very tough.

How could I forget that? He doesn't give us any time!

While dismounted, trotting!

Corporal...

At your orders!

At ease.

Is any of that men named Callaway?

No, Sir.

I was told he's in your platoon. Where is he?

He is under arrest. Working in the stables.

What has Callaway done, Captain?

Nothing that I know of.

I thought he had been drinking again.

C'mon, c'mon, c'mon! It looks like you are all asleep!

Come on! You look like a bunch of sissies!

Private Callaway!

Yes, Sir!

Come closer.

I understand you where Lieutenant Wallace's assistant.

Yes, Sir!

Try to remember all what happened the day he was murdered by El Lobo.

A military judge questioned me, Sir. I said everything I knew. It is all in the report.

I know that report.

I want to go through some details.

Which details, Sir?

I need to know when you saw him for last time.

And what you did on that night.

I repeat I already declared all what I know.

You state that you were drunk on that night.

And that you spent the night in the saloon's owner's bedroom.

It's true I drank more than I should, Sir.

But I don't understand what has that to do with the Lieutenant's death.

I will decide on that. Understood?

You will just provide the information I am asking for.

Otherwise, I promise you will regret it!

You've got three days!

Yes, Sir!

Sorry for interrupting.

I mean I should have announced my visit.

I think I've arrived at the wrong moment.

I can assure you there was nothing wrong with the moment.

I mean, you are not interrupting; and it is a pleasure to meet you.

We were catching butterflies

We stepped on the hedge and we landed on the other side.

Really?

We could go and sit in the garden.

I wouldn't like to take your time.

I see you are a unique couple. You like to be alone.

Did you say we are a couple? What made you think that?

Mr. Carlos Aceves is a good friend of ours.

- I know what you're thinking. - Really?

What a find! A butterfly hunter, and also to a fortuneteller.

You are a real jewel.

If you give me more time I will show you more of my qualities.

Why don't you let the lady tell us what she came here for?

I am the new police inspector's wife.

I came here to spy on you.

You kidding us?

No, no. I believe she's serious.

I can assure you I am serious.

I must have gotten it from my husband.

He's very dedicated to his profession

I just arrived and I already feel lonely and bored.

I went out looking for friends, and here I am.

Thank you very much for picking us.

Don't think I came here for you.

I came here to see the Marquise.

I had to break the ice, and a Marquese could introduce me to society.

I will do so with pressure.

Satisfied with my answer, Mr. Fortuneteller?

Did I forget something?

I must admit that beautiful women always baffle me.

But when, in addition to beautiful they're intelligent, then I became dizzy.

If you feel dizzy...

then I should accompany you back home. If

Is that what you wanted to ask me?

I think you are also a fortuneteller.

Guys, here's the captain.

At ease, boys. You no longer belong to the Army.

I expect that all of you will live up to our deal.

You are all on your own.

Each of you will do his duty as he sees fit.

You owe explanations to nobody.

And you will ask no one for help.

Our mission is to end with El Lobo and with Teodoro Garcia.

Use any procedure you think may work best.

Get mixed with people

and find out anything you can.

Good luck. Any questions?

Any clues to start with?

No.

Nothing reliable.

It seems that the saloon's owner had a relationship with Teodoro before he organized the guerrilla.

Some say she still sees him.

You may want to keep an eye on her.

Is that all?

Yes... almost.

I forgot to tell you

This is the area where Teodoro operates.

But he changes his hideout continuously.

It is not accessible to the Army.

And El Lobo?

Even worse.

It looks like the Lieutenant's assistant knows something.

But we have no proof.

And the army cannot use certain methods to find out.

I will contact you only when absolutely necessary.

You come with me.

Good luck!

Thank you, Captain!

I would like to arrive home before dark.

I do what I can. I'm just not an expert carriage driver.

I will drive.

You handle better women than carriages�

Maybe that's because I like women more than horses.

I met yesterday a man who smiled like you do.

Conversely, I have never met a woman who smiles that you do.

Thank you for the compliment.

Mine was a compliment, two. Unfortunately, I didn't manage to awake your curiosity.

Now I've lost you. What was supposed to awake my curiosity?

I thought you would be interested in finding out who is the man who smiles like you do.

I'm just interested in knowing about you.

And me about you. We have a common interest.

Really? That's great.

You may ask.

I will put my life at your feet.

Are you El Lobo?

Are you interested in that man?

Yes.

As a woman, or as a policewoman?

First as a woman.

In that case, yes.

Yes, I am El Lobo.

Look at my fangs.

Colonel Sullivan is back.

I know, that's old news.

How many days have you been drunk?

Stop joking! A military police captain came with him.

- They know something! - About what?

I didn't come to waste time. Just to warn you

not to say a word about what we talked that night.

Both of us are implicated.

Listen

I'm warning you I am not involved in anything!

Don't involve me in your problems.

I lost the letter the lieutenant gave me.

If it comes to this, I will accept responsibility.

But I must warn you

I will say you were with me when I lost it.

I will say even more

I will say you took it away from me while I was drunk.

I don't know what you're talking about.

You can tell anyone you're drunkard dreams!

And now leave me alone. I have things to do.

If you are looking for money...

Keep your money.

It will be cheaper than that.

I just want you to tell me a few things.

And you just asked him that?

Yes, I did.

- What did he say? - He didn't even blink.

He just wanted to know if I was asking him as a woman

Or as a cop.

And you smiled at him.

Sort of.

He answered: "if you're asking me as a woman, then I am El Lobo".

And he showed me his fangs!

In other words, a very charming guy.

Yes.

And very intelligent, too.

I don't know if by following that thread we will find El Lobo.

But I could easily meet a rival.

It would be nice if you were jealous.

I am jealous.

Relax

He's harmless

He just catches butterflies.

Damn it!

This is disgraceful! How much longer will we have to take this?

There's no point in shouting. We must make a decision.

You're right!

But we must also shout, so that they know we won't take this anymore!

What's the matter?

They've raised the taxes!

Whose taxes?

Whose taxes do you think? Ours!

Oh well, that's OK.

We couldn't afford to pay so much money, even we wanted to.

Nobody could.

Clearly, they want to bankrupt us.

Who?

Us.

Oh well, that's OK.

We have been humiliated

And they have tainted our honor.

What can we do is it?

For starters, we'll talk to the Mayor.

Who is we?

Us! Who else?

You are trying to disobey my orders, Mayor. And I won't tolerate that!

No, Your Excellency.

I'm just trying

to show you that in this case

what you're trying to do is unfair.

I am the one who decides what's fair and what's not.

My constituency elected me to look after their interests.

Increasing the taxes for landowners

will bring serious trouble.

Are you threatening me?

I'm just trying to convince you of something.

The landowners' situation is becoming unbearable.

Forcing them into bankruptcy

would starve hundreds of families who live from the land.

I'm serving my country!

And I'm trying to defend mine!

Unfortunately, I will have to ask you for your resignation.

I'm sorry, Excellency.

But I cannot comply.

In that case, I will have to order you to resign.

I won't accept your order, either.

I was elected by the citizens. Only they

could make me resign.

I'll give you three days to think about it.

If during that time you don't change your mind

then I will feel free to use force.

I haven't finished yet, Mayor.

You know you can't remain assaulted the wagon carrying the payroll.

You probably mean a small number of my countrymen.

I can't understand how they found that the wagon was carrying the money.

Only three people knew about it.

What are you trying to say?

That you are one of those three.

- Who told you...? - The Paymaster.

Are you accusing me of being involved with the assailants?

Yes.

Do you have any proof?

Not yet.

Then spare your accusations until you have it!

I will do so.

Did you hear him?

Yes.

And what do you think?

I have no doubt the information leading to the holdup originated from him.

We just have to find out if he did so on purpose

or if he was just indiscreet

Keep him under surveillance.

Find some evidence

and I will lock him up forever.

Governor, do you know that woman?

I believe she's Diego Aceves' daughter.

I've only seen her a couple of times, but I could swear it's her.

I'm afraid

I fear for you.

I know that man. I know he's capable of anything.

Don't blow things out of proportion.

You're talking about a Governor, not about a common murderer.

I've known him for a long time.

He behaved like a murderer last time he was here.

Nobody could prove that.

He tried to judge a few men who had been charged.

The charges were false.

My father and the other landowners did nothing against him.

They just tried to defend themselves from his attacks.

Let's leave that, Isabel.

I am not defending him.

You know best how far I intend to fight him.

But we must be fair.

Listen to me, please.

You've just returned, and you don't know to what extremes our fight has been taken.

Some people are risking their lives every day.

I'm just trying to warn you, after that man told you

that your life is in danger.

He does not threaten in vain.

I'm telling you this because I love you and I worry about you.

Just relax.

I want to live so badly that he won't be able to stop me.

Nobody will take me away from you, Isabel.

But I must honor the trust that so many men have put on me.

Here's to you.

Your father came to visit me this morning. Isn't the back yet?

He must be conspiring, that's his hobby

He met with a group of landowners.

They have decided not to pay the tax increase.

That will bring them some headaches.

This Governor just wants to confiscate their land. Just watch him.

He will end having everything.

That's just one of the many arbitrary actions taking place now.

I made the Governor aware of that is morning.

Wrong! You should not have confronted him.

I haven't confronted anyone.

I just gave him my opinion about the taxes.

I think Isabel is right.

You did the wrong thing.

You could help us way more if you pretended you are on their side.

I do not know how to pretend about certain things.

The Governor said he believes he warned El Lobo about the money.

That's a rotten lie!

Just as subtle way to threaten me.

I can swear I spoke to nobody -except to you- about the wagon's departure.

OK, I'm leaving.

I must go back to City Hall.

Let me know of anything you may need.

I'll go with you.

Don't bother.

See you later.

I confess I didn't think of that.

It has been a big mistake on my side.

What can we do?

If the Governor confirms his suspicions, he will put him under arrest.

I feel I betrayed his trust.

Make sure that nothing happens to him, please.

You must convince him he must leave Monterrey.

At least until this tax issue is over.

You don't know him. He would never leave his position under the circumstances.

Not even by force.

Are you sure?

We're done for the day. I'm about to close.

Didn't you hear me? I'm about to close.

- It's already closed. - Go away!

I've heard some things, and I want you to clarify them.

I have nothing to say. Leave, or I will start screaming.

People say you had a relationship with Teodoro Garcia.

And?

They say you still have it.

And that only you can find him.

Get out of here. That's my last warning.

Tell me!

What happened to a letter addressed to the Colonel that was lost here?

I don't know what you're talking about!

Who did it? Who kill the Lieutenant?

Was it Teodoro, or El Lobo?

If we keep waiting we're going to end crazy!

You want us to leave and ride aimlessly?

We may take time to find El Lobo's hideout

But Teodoro is not difficult to track.

We know more or less where he hangs around.

You are talking like if he moved in an area the size of a handkerchief.

We thought you were lost.

Sometimes Teodoro sends his men to the village. But we don't know when.

And how does she contact him?

She doesn't.

That man never spends two days in the same place.

And if she lie to you?

We will know soon.

She scared, and she will likely ask for help.

Have you seen the Capitan?

Yes.

So, what did he tell you?

Not to lose track of her.

And then the Mayor told me

You are the first one coming to pay, se�or Alcazar.

And if I am not mistaken, the last one.

Excuse me, Sir

What do you think will happen to the landowners who refuse to pay?

Their land will be expropriated, Martin.

And you think, Sir, they're willing to risk losing all their land

just to make their point?

I do.

That's incredible.

Amazing that people can react that way.

I expect your father not to think like they do. Right?

- Can I tell you something in confidence? - Of course.

My father is the worst of them!

Sorry for interrupting, but we must leave.

- Are you crazy? - I'll explain later. We have no time now.

- Leave, or I'll call the guards. - Your wife is in danger.

I don't want trouble for you, but my patience has a limit.

Mine too.

Don't move!

Get out!

What's going on, Mr. Mayor?

Sorry, Mr. Mayor.

Guards!

You mean that this man alone, carrying the Mayor

neutralized the four guards.

Listen to me, and stopped laughing.

The Mayor was the only one who could have warned El Lobo or Teodoro about the money in the wagon.

I already know that.

Why did El Lobo have to take him now by force?

All of us know that the Mayor is helping the landowners.

If El Lobo is one of them, why is he doing that?

The Governor threatened the major, didn't he?

Well, they had a few words.

Both of us know that the Governor just wanted an excuse to fire the mayor.

Maybe even to jail him.

Yes, that was the case.

Who do you think is the Mayor's real enemy?

El Lobo, or the Governor?

Are you suggesting the took him away to help him?

That could've happened.

What are you thinking?

We're going to invite a good friend of mine for lunch.

Carlos Aceves is not just my friend.

He is the brother of the Mayor's fianc�e.

Interesting, isn't it?

You're right.

He may know something.

The tracks are not clear.

But there's no doubt the wagon was stopped here.

The horses' tracks keep going this way.

They hang around this area. We may see them at any time.

I'm not in a hurry. Let's go.

May I ask where we're going?

To a safe place.

I know how to take care of myself.

Teodoro will do it better.

Are you trying to hold me in the mountains, like if I was an outlaw?

I'm just trying to save your life.

My life isn't in danger.

OK. Best case scenario, let's say I'm trying to keep you free.

- And if I were to refuse to follow you? - Then I would take you with me by force.

Stay here and don't move. And don't you worry.

Tell me, did you kill that man?

Then, who did it?

- El Lobo - El Lobo?

I should have guessed that, at a shooting party, El Lobo would be the host. Were you with him?

Yes.

Any Lobo's friends are my friends.

Is that wound serious?

It's just a scratch.

It's nothing serious.

Pedro, give him a drink! It will do him well.

You've killed one of the men who lived by the Monk's ruins.

I saw his body up there.

When we knew of the new police captain, I asked one of my men to keep an eye on him.

You mean I have just killed one of the Army policemen?

Captain Collins visited them in the ruins where they live.

How many are they?

They used to be six.

I've lost the count. You may know how many are left.

- Thanks for the information. - You're welcome.

Who is friend?

I'll tell you later.

Keep him under surveillance, he will try to escape.

Don't worry.

Treat him well. He doesn't know it, but he's my friend.

Corporal!

Yes, I ordered to keep the area where the wagon was assaulted under surveillance.

No doubt that Teodoro Garcia is hiding in the mountains.

You made another mistake. What where you up to?

Did you expect just two men to end with the guerrilla?

Their orders were to keep an eye in the area!

To try to joined Teodoro's men to collect intelligence.

But they are now dead, and there's no solution.

And shouting won't help!

All right.

I'm sorry.

Please forgive me, I'm very nervous.

I have the feeling I'm fighting something intangible.

And you know that's not my strength.

I already warned you.

We must be shrewd to defeat them.

We must know who they are.

We will decide later how to fight them.

What are the Governor's plans?

Replacing the Mayor, collecting the taxes

And confiscate the lands from any landowners who refuse to pay.

You don't seem to want to understand

that the United States is fighting for the well-being of the Californians.

Mr. Aceves doesn't seem to be in agreement.

You must forgive me. Your opinion caught me off guard.

As a Californian, I thank you for your good intentions.

I just don't understand why you are here without anyone asking you to come.

Your words are harsh.

My apologies; but for the men in this land, reality is even harsher.

And, I would dare to say, even unacceptable.

Then you think that politics and circumstances must convert us into enemies?

Rest assured that, at the personal level, this is not my problem.

I've been away a long time.

So my patriotism is not as strong, say, as my father's.

Nevertheless, I can't prevent having an opinion.

I hope you understand, I'm in the Army and I just follow orders.

I sincerely expect by California's and everybody else's sake

That we'll understand each other.

And tell me...

what friendly solution would make the landowners pay their taxes?

Perhaps talking to them and trying to find fairer resolves.

That kind of reasoning is worth of El Lobo.

You're flattering me if you think I have something to do with him.

I didn't say such a thing.

Don't you forget that I am a fortune teller and you are a very clever woman.

El Lobo would never be so blunt, he would be way more diplomatic.

Relax, you are not one of the suspects.

Frankly speaking, I'm disappointed.

You think I don't have enough qualities?

No

The fact is that

El Lobo showed his qualities time before you came back from Spain.

I'm glad that alibi spares me from interrogation.

Why do you say that?

My father was interrogated and he still has some scars left.

Your current Governor no doubt exceeded his duty.

Sorry you are on the opposite side.

You are mistaken, Captain

I don't belong to any site. I just enjoy life.

Admiring beautiful women.

Enjoying a good liqueur,

and having good friends.

May your neutrality last a long time.

If everybody would be so levelheaded

They would pay their taxes.

Cheers.

One of the landowners already did.

His name is Mariano Alcazar.

Do you know him?

Extremely well. He's got my full support.

His approach has caused some discomfort amongst the other landowners.

He's a stubborn old man who knows well what suits him.

My decision was to pay, and I did so.

I cannot tell you anything else.

Your attitude will cause others to follow.

If we are not united, we will lack the strength for prevailing.

I think you are all making a mistake. You cannot force me to be part of it.

That attitude is selfish and defeatist.

You may be able to pay, but others can't.

That's not my problem.

If you weren't an old man, I would make you eat your words.

It is a Californian problem, and we are all Californians.

Where the hell are you coming from?

I would teach you a good lesson if I had the strength to grab a sword.

You are a foolish old man!

You know what will happen if you don't pay your taxes?

They will expropriate your land. Yours and any one's who doesn't pay!

I suppose the idea makes you happy.

I guess you may try to buy every property that will be put for auction.

Young man, you are not as fool as to look.

That's exactly what I intend to do.

Don't swallow your saliva. You could get poisoned.

If there's nothing more to talk about, I would appreciate if you all leave.

- We'll see each other again. - Please spare me that that moment.

I am wondering from what sewer did you come out.

Good question!

There are men left in California capable of making justice. Beware of them!

- You mean Lobo Negro? - Precisely.

If anywhere you, I wouldn't sleep in peace.

Who could expect something like that from a Californian?

Silence! Silence! Attention! Attention!

The Gomez ranch has a debt of $200!

Open in $200!

$300

- They offered $300. - Yes, Corporal.

$300!

$300 one!

$300 two!

$400!

- $400! Write it down. - Yes, Corporal.

$400 one!

$400 two!

And $400 three!

Awarded to don Mariano Alcazar!

Hello Margaret, how are you?

I knew it.

We should teach him a lesson.

And that's the end of the auction!

- Write down! - Yes, Corporal!

- For don Mariano Alcazar, $400! - Yes, Corporal.

- What do you think? - Same as you do.

Let's go for the other one.

I'm sorry your brother is a way.

I would like to see how he defended our kind neighbor.

Leaving an old woman and two children homeless.

You are right. It was a sad time when that scum arrived here.

Please, dad. That's enough.

Have to be taken by that old fart?

No, not us.

Did he take something away from you?

I'll send some guards to your home.

You are exaggerating, Capitan. I don't think it's necessary.

Max does not trust his countrymen.

They are a bit agitated against you.

How could I have known?

The Yankee Army watching after me.

Thank you, son.

The Army always looks after all honest citizens' safety.

That deserves a toast.

Come and visit whenever you feel like it.

You know you will be welcome. Martin!

Whenever you're ready.

You are a bastard.

I said that.

But I'm saying it louder.

Bastard!

- When you are sober, tell me that again. - I'll tell him!

That's your business. You decide who will tell me.

- I said I'll do it! - We'll see that.

- Whenever you're ready. - Not here, too many people.

- OK. - We'll do it in private.

You heard it! The survivor will deal with you.

You heard it.

Relax, I've heard it.

Your son was right.

If we didn't pay, that old man would be sitting here.

We must do something, or eventually he will own the whole Monterrey.

I think we should talk to Teodoro.

Teodoro can't do anything about this.

- What about El Lobo? - Yes, he could.

But is he? And where is he?

Why do we need to know?

Explain yourself.

One of us visits Mariano dressed as Lobo.

And threatens him with death if he keeps buying.

Great idea! I'll go.

Don't be stupid. They would take you for a lamb instead of for a wolf.

Then you can't go, either.

Of course not. I didn't even think about that.

No offense intended, but I think I am the only one who could go as Lobo.

Age wise, yes. But when it comes to guts...

OK, let's stop assuming.

Ernesto must do it.

When the old man sees me, he will pee on his pants!

I agree, it should be Ernesto.

We must find him a costume.

He should find one himself.

So we all agree. Ernesto will be El Lobo.

Se�or Alcazar.

I don't like the way things are.

And what way would you like them?

Careful! No tricks with me.

Who are you?

Look carefully.

My mask and my black custom don't tell you anything?

Actually, they remind me of something.

That I am El Lobo!

You are Ernesto, Tomas' son!

You are mistaken, I am...

I mean, I am...

A shadow!

A patriot!

An avenger.

And a clown!

Watch your words, or they will be your last in this life!

OK, what do you want?

I came to warn you

To warn you for last time.

Join your countrymen's fight against the invader, or else

Or else what?

You will die.

I will be your executioner.

What should I do?

Don't pay your taxes anymore.

Let alone buying the properties expropriated from the patriots.

- You understand? - Yes, I understand.

Now, some advice.

If you talk again to the Yankees...

It would be the last thing I do in my life. El Lobo's word.

Yes, that's it. And...

Can I give you some advice?

Sure

Why not?

The house is surrounded by soldiers.

It's very dangerous.

I know.

Don't you forget I had to come in.

Be very careful.

Halt!

If he's wounded, he won't go too far.

He got shot, Sir. I saw the blood trail.

What's the exits, inspect the houses, turn the village upside down if you have to.

But find him, and bring him here.

And if possible

bring him alive.

Is something wrong, Captain?

- All is good, Colonel. Maybe just... - Maybe just what?

It all looks too simple.

El Lobo became a legendary hero.

Strong, clever, daring...

Yes, that's the case.

That man's escape was clumsy. He was frightened

Why do you say that?

El Lobo wouldn't be caught so easy by surprise.

Is it serious, doctor?

Relax.

His condition is delicate.

He needs care that I cannot provide here.

We'll take him where you tell us to.

I cannot take any gamble.

I'm sure my colleagues feel the same way.

I'm being watched.

I won't let this young man die without trying to save him.

Did you say that I could die?

Have courage. You'll make it.

Is there some doubt, doctor?

There are many doubts, my son.

The soldiers are searching everywhere.

We must find a way to get Ernesto out of the village, despite the controls.

I've got an idea!

Why don't we carry him between two of us, like if were drunk?

And then, what?

Once in the street, we put him in a cart and take him to Teodoro Garcia.

I don't think it's a bad idea, but he may die during the trip.

Despite that, doctor

Don't you think it's a bad idea?

You would be better in a hospital

where we can try to remove his bullet.

So why don't you take me there?

You are thick, son!

Because hospitals would be under surveillance.

I've got an idea!

- Like the previous one? - No, this one is better.

Then you can keep it!

They are upstairs in the saloon. Corporal Donovan and a soldier.

They're asking for you, Carmen. They are looking for El Lobo.

- Did they see you coming here? - No, I took them to the bar.

And then?

Then I put in front of them a bottle full of tequila.

- Finish talking! - They drank it!

Hey, you idiot!

Would you ever tell us where are the soldiers and what are they doing?

Excuse me, there's intelligence inside my skull.

Then hide it elsewhere because I'm going to blow your head!

What did the soldiers tell you?

They said they're going to search the cellar.

Think about something. I will try to distract them.

Relax. I convinced them not to come here.

What did you tell them?

That you were making love with a wounded man

I've got an idea!

Like the last one?

Why don't all of us get shot?

Then we could all go to the hospital, and nobody will know who is El Lobo.

If he wants to shoot himself, let him do it.

But in his skull!

We were looking for you, madam.

Well, here I am.

I must ask you a few questions.

Go ahead.

It's about El Lobo.

I see.

I'm tracking him. My nose is telling me something.

What is it telling you?

That El Lobo is in America.

Then he's not too far.

He could be here.

Here?

Yes.

- And what will you do? - I like your store.

Excuse me, madam. Soldiers, follow me!

Yes, Corporal!

We have to storm in!

Yes, Corporal!

Write this down!

That's how you storm in!

- This way? - This way!

Yes, Corporal!

Excuse me, has any of you seen El Lobo around here?

I insist, has any of you seen El Lobo around here?

Not me.

Corporal!

You want cards, Corporal?

Thank you, I'm on duty.

Soldiers, follow me!

Yes, Corporal! Soldiers!

If this happens again

I'll surrender!

You are dismissed. In to

Good morning, guardian angel falling from heaven.

Good morning, earth angel who came from hell.

Were you waiting for me?

I wanted to see you.

It's dangerous.

For you?

For both of us.

Well, I'm willing to take the risk.

You are very impulsive.

If that helps to conquer you...

then I welcome impulses.

Let's go!

Giddyup!

Have you thought that I am a married woman?

I thought you are a woman who makes me forget some other things.

I will remind you of them.

My husband is considered invincible with weapons. He knows that

And he uses them with more frequency than a gentle lover would like to.

Are you crying for me?

I'm willing to let myself get killed!

No, seriously

I would feel sorry if something happened to you.

I'm here passing by

It's a long way with no clear purpose.

Fantasizing about starting again.

Why are you laughing?

I feel like I have kissed a picture.

Don't be absurd.

We don't know each other, let's talk about other things.

Is there something else to talk about?

About El Lobo, for example.

Very well, go ahead.

You know he's wounded?

I've heard something about it.

Your soldiers are searching everywhere.

That's very sarcastic.

Aren't they your soldiers anyway?

I think you've taken too seriously your role as a cop.

To the point. What do you want to know?

I just wanted to give you a friendly warning.

Good. Go ahead.

Your countrymen, and amongst them your father,

are protecting El Lobo and hiding him.

I know the Governor will have no mercy for any accomplices.

Don't get involved with them.

Please.

You worry about me?

Yes.

I would do this until the end of the world.

By the way, I think we've made it there. Where the hell are we going?

California gave me very few friends.

But selected ones.

And who is my rival?

Mariano Alcazar.

He doesn't expect I love, but he's got my sympathies.

You can't fool me!

You are doing the cop thing.

You are mistaken.

He's the only one in this country who seem to realize that the situation is irreversible.

The only thing that interests Mariano Alcazar is money.

Your friend El Lobo suffers from similar symptoms.

He just tries to hide it under a veil of patriotism.

Whoa!

Why do you say that?

He came to see Mariano, and he got wounded.

What else, other than money, would he want from the poor old man?

You could be right.

- You coming, or you wait here? - No, I'm going with you.

He is scared.

The threats from El Lobo will end killing him.

I don't think so.

We've been without money for a long time in this country.

Good morning. What do you want?

- Is your master here? - He's gone out.

- Did he say if he would be late? - No madam, he didn't.

But if you want to come in and wait...

You want to come?

No, we'll come another time.

- You want to leave a message? - Yes.

- Tell him I want to talk to him. - I will do so.

Don't forget to give him the message.

No trace of the bullet.

Where could it be?

I know of a similar case.

One guy got shot

and the bullet got lost in his body.

Then one day, some 10 years later

when all hope was already lost

he got an abscess in his butt.

And that's where the bullet came through, on its own account.

By looking at Ernesto's face, I don't think he would want to wait 10 years.

Don't speak in front of him. I have the feeling he hears what you are saying.

Damn! Of course I hear them.

And they're making my day.

Doctor, please let me know when you think he's about to die.

I've brought a priest.

- You said a priest? - Yes.

Where is he?

He's hiding behind the jars, waiting for the moment to arrive.

You know how discreet and tactful I am.

Doctor!

We must make a decision!

Would there be hope if we take him to a place where he could be operated?

Of course there's hope.

The main danger is if the wound becomes infected.

The city is full of soldiers

We couldn't walk a step without being arrested.

I've got an idea.

I don't think we can leave the village.

If the soldiers at the control post stop us, I will jump off the wagon.

I've told the coachman not to stop under any circumstances.

Thank you, Carlos I'm just sorry you have to dress that way for me.

They will kill you for nothing.

Had this guy got the bullet upwards instead of towards his butt like my friend did, he would be dead

You may cure my wound doctor, but you're breaking my heart

Corporal!

Halt!

Whoa!

What are you carrying?

Nothing, just some cattle feed.

I must conduct a search.

Giddyup! Giddyup!

Giddyup! Giddyup!

Stop!

Game is over.

Don't make me deliver you dead.

Take your mask off.

Didn't you hear me?

How did you find the entrance?

I was around the house.

Then I heard a horse leaving

I saw it but I didn't have time to stop it.

I thought I would wait for you to return.

C'mon! Let's not waste more time!

Thank you, Martin.

You prevented us from separating forever.

Is he did?

Yes.

They never killed a man before, Sir.

And it's sad.... very sad.

Get up, they're here.

Hi, guys.

- Did you talk to her? - Yes.

Will she take the hook?

How could I know?

But that woman knows more than she wants me to believe.

She was nervous, but that means nothing.

I am positive the information I have is reliable.

The guy who reported her knows her for a long time.

Before leaving for the mountains, Teodoro had a relationship. with her.

What's important is that she should warn him now.

As promised, we'll be back in three days.

If she took the hook, she will ask someone for help.

We just have to watch her saloon

and see who falls into the trap.

The rest will be easy.

Will we stop from leaving anyone she has contacted.

That's a good idea.

Let's hope it will work.

- Don't you see death in my eyes? - You are not impressing me.

In 3 seconds, you will stop breathing.

Careful!

Follow me.

One!

One!

Two!

One of these days you're going to hit someone!

Get down!

If you didn't know them...

Next time.....!

- All OK? - All as planned.

I distracted them, and the wagon left town.

How are you doing?

I had a terrible night.

You need to rest

What happened?

Nothing, I bruised myself.

What happened, Carmen?

I told you the truth, don't bug me.

I need to know who did that.

I don't know him.

Don't lie to me.

I've told you the truth!

I've never seen him before.

He knew about my relationship with Teodoro.

- He tried to make me talk, but it didn't work. - When did he say he would come back?

How do you know that?

He let you go so that you can warn Teodoro. That's the one he's after.

When will he return?

Tonight.

But promise me you will not intervene.

I can guess who they are.

The just wanted to scare me so I would warn Teodoro.

They won't hurt me.

But they will take precautions.

Don't try anything, Carlos.

Promise me you won't do it.

Don't worry.

We didn't notice anybody looking suspicious.

Are you sure?

You bet. I've been here the whole night.

There's only an old man left inside.

Stay outside and watch from the window.

If anyone arrives, call the Capitan

Let's go.

- Open the door. - It must be them.

Open the door and don't worry.

Good evening.

I have already closed, but if you want to have something just coming.

Wait!

Did you forget we have an appointment?

I already told you I know nothing about Teodoro or anyone else.

You can talk about that later. Now come with us.

I don't have to go anywhere.

I don't have to go anywhere, and you cannot force me.

Don't you move!

Drop your guns!

Watch it!

Drop your gun, or I'll kill her!

Come in!

Sir, a man wants to see you.

- Did he say who he is? - He just said it's something very important.

- I think there's something wrong with him. - What do you mean?

I think he's wounded.

OK, let's deal with it.

Tell him to come in.

Another one of your man out of commission.

They didn't live up to your expectations.

Not so fast.

- I told you never to come here. - The situations is exceptional, Capitan.

I am wounded, and I have critical information.

OK, what's all about?

I think we have discovered El Lobo's identity.

Put it here.

Shouldn't we just leave, Sir?

No, Martin.

Mariano Alcazar will die tonight, together with many suspicions.

Are you sure everything will work, Sir?

Don't worry, Martin. Everything has been calculated.

We will soon have visitors.

After opening the door, wait for me in the hideout and get the horse ready.

- Wouldn't I be more helpful here? - No, just do what I told you.

Halt!

Watch all the ways out.

- Going in by yourself, Sir? - Yes.

That's dangerous, Capitan. He may be awaiting you.

Just follow my orders.

If I'm not back in 10 minutes, you can come in and finish him

OK, Sir.

Good evening, Sir.

Good evening, Martin. There's no need to announce me.

Good evening, Capitan.

How come you're visiting me?

It must be something very important for you to come here.

I don't know how to tell you, but I feel an urge to visit you.

It's amazing.

What's surprising you so much?

Your hands.

They look strong.

Young, and firm.

Even almost capable of handling a weapon.

Please Captain, let's leave that to Army men like you.

Don't the patriots also use them?

Yes, when they are forced to defend themselves.

Would you defend yourself if I forced you to?

I don't understand.

Why would you have to force me to do such thing?

Because I came from far away just to end with El Lobo.

So you think I am El Lobo.

Yes.

May I ask you something?

Go ahead.

Why did you leave your men outside?

It would have been easier if they arrested me.

There are some pleasures that I'm not willing to give up.

They say you are almost invincible with weapons.

I'd like to verify that.

I've heard the same thing about you.

Now we can verify which side was lying,

- You don't ask me how I found about you? - That's irrelevant now.

And I won't please your ego by congratulating you.

If it wasn't for my ego, you wouldn't have this chance to defend yourself.

- Did everything go as expected? - Yes, all went according to plan.

- Mariano Alcazar died in the fire. - And did El Lobo die, Sir?

El Lobo still has some business to settle.

I've never seen a man so skilled with the sword

Another reason to leave him alone, Sir.

It would be more reasonable to let him believe you are dead

- You think I'm being reasonable, Martin? - I'm afraid not, Sir.

You may be right.

Luckily you managed to escape, Captain.

I've never seen a fire spreading so fast.

We tried to go in when it started, but we were unsuccessful.

Thank you, Sergeant.

I cannot understand how it did spread so fast, either.

Tell them and to remain in their positions. I want to be sure nobody has left.

- Or will leave. - At your orders, sir.

Here's to you, Capitan. Congratulations.

I hope I will soon be able to announce Teodoro's death as well.

May your wish become true.

Who was actually El Lobo?

I just need to know he was hiding under Mariano Alcazar's identity.

And that man just died.

Mariano Alcazar never existed.

I need to find out who was under that disguise.

Are you worried it may have been someone you knew?

That will be clear by tomorrow.

Just a few hours, Margaret.

If it was one of your friends, you will never see him again.

I know what you're thinking.

May I know about it?

Tell him, Margaret.

My husband, by using some ingenuity gymnastics,

is trying to convert me into El Lobo's accomplice.

No, please...

I know how of your cooperation in capturing him.

Capturing him, Colonel?

Well... in killing him.

Both things have a similar meaning.

I'm sorry for disturbing your meeting.

But I must settle certain outstanding business with the Captain.

I am unarmed. You can take advantage of that.

On the contrary

I was imprudent enough to come here just to satisfy my curiosity.

If I can help you...

Of course you can, Captain.

Don't try it! You will only accelerate your death.

Stay away!

May I?

Yes, you may.

Please...

I'm so happy!

Isabel...

Ernesto, my son, how are you feeling?

I'm well now. Everything is over.

- Don Diego. - Ernesto, our brave man.

Excuse me

don't I know you?

You are mistaken, young man.

Sorry, I thought I saw you working as a nurse in a hospital.

Nope.

Margaret!

I came to say goodbye.

Thank you.

I'm sorry we didn't meet under different circumstances.

Do you know something about your husband?

He's in the hospital.

Everything will be OK.

Thank you, Carlos.

I'm also glad I met you.

Even under these circumstances.

Sir.

I'm a poor helpless black man. My house burned down and my master died in the fire.

Would you accept my services, Don Carlos?

Could you provide any references?

English subtitles by O Cangaceiro.