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We had nothing to do with this.

Because, as you know,

we don't like war. Don't forget it.

Besides, all of our business is family business.

WELCOME TO CALI

From the start, my brother and I gave it our all.

And when we least expected it, the company grew.

Because the business is headed from heaven's branch

to the end of the world.

I assume that's why we're respected everywhere.

THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION BASED ON THE CHARACTERS OF THE BOOK

EL CARTEL DE LOS SAPOS. THE FACTS APPEARING HEREIN

ARE A PRODUCT OF THE AUTHORS' IMAGINATIONS.

SOME SITUATIONS, BASED ON REAL FACTS,

HAVE BEEN MODIFIED AND ENHANCED FOR AN AUDIOVISUAL FORMAT.

Dayanita, I was thinking,

if you leave, you're gonna fail every class.

What will you do without me?

Do you think I can't live without you?

Well, it's mutual. Look...

you need me

and I need you, that's all.

You sound very convinced.

I'll tell you something.

-What? -I love you.

-Let her go! -I'm sorry, sir.

-I didn't know... -Leave now!

-Relax. -Don't go near her again.

-Dad, calm down. -Calm down, sir.

-What's your problem? -Congratulations.

Did you want to ruin me? Well done.

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

-Dad, let him go! -You're a coward!

Be honest and acknowledge

you're ruining me and cheating on her.

-Don't lie. -Let him go.

All your lies will come to light.

Go tell Alonso, go tell your family.

I will make sure of it.

-Let him go! -I need to talk to Dayana.

Get out!

Listen to her. You wouldn't want to be on the news again,

this time for beating a boy.

If I see you here again...

Dad...

I'll do more than beat you. Get out!

Dayana.

-Are you okay? -What's wrong?

-Dayana, what's wrong? -Stand up. You need to breathe.

You're still here?

What do you want?

Can't you see that if it wasn't for you, she would be fine?

What do you want?

You know very well what I want

and that I have good intentions.

So please, stop blaming me for everything.

You're a liar. You're deceiving Dayana.

Go find a girl like you.

Leave Dayana alone.

Listen, Colonel.

I know you're used to everyone obeying your orders.

-That's right. -And that's fine.

But I can't obey you right now.

If you want to cause another scene, go ahead,

but I can't leave right now.

Take a deep breath, please.

Have you ever fainted before?

No.

Any history of diabetes or hypoglycemia in your family?

No.

Have you had any consultations

about a particular discomfort or symptom?

No.

I have been feeling well physically.

Physically. Not emotionally?

Well, what can I say?

There've been days that I've felt really anxious and worried,

I've felt like crying but...

That's how us women are.

You felt like crying for no reason or is there a cause?

If I were to tell you, we wouldn't finish today.

Let's just say there's issues at home,

so we need to move out.

Well, you should know

we all have our own problems,

but we must take care of our health while we find a solution.

Hmm?

One moment. I'll check if your test results are ready.

Colonel?

Doctor.

How is Dayana?

Don't worry. Your daughter is fine.

You must be Emanuel.

Yes, sir.

Follow me, please.

Hey! You have nothing to do here.

I'm sorry, Colonel, but she said both of you should come.

This way, please.

Dayana's blood pressure dropped

partly due to your fight.

We're having some family issues

because he's harassing my girl.

I went looking for him this time.

Stop the nonsense, Dayana! Don't defend this criminal.

Colonel, I advise you to calm down a bit.

I'm sorry, but this is a family matter.

I know it's a family matter, that's why I said that.

This man's going to be...

your grandchild's dad.

Whose dad?

Your grandchild's.

I'll take care of all of my grandchild's expenses.

Rest assured, my grandchild will want for nothing.

You just need to go away.

Pretend you never knew.

Colonel, even if you ask me that,

I'd never abandon my child or Dayana. I can't do that!

You can't even take care of yourself.

How will you care for a woman and a child?

I'm willing to sacrifice everything

to give them the life they deserve.

You're a nobody, an accident.

He's my child's dad.

Dad, I love him and I won't leave him.

Do you know what you're doing?

This criminal deceived you.

None of you know how to take care of a family

or raise a child.

You're right about that.

But no matter what happens,

I'll face it and deal with it by her side.

Dayana.

You know you can count on me.

Hey, Dad.

This may be the sign we were waiting for.

You don't have to leave.

You can do this.

We can do this together.

You're a strong man.

You can defend yourself and you aren't alone.

You have me

and a grandchild.

Dayana, you failed me at the worst possible time.

Because I'm having a child?

It's not just that.

Everything I've done, I've done for you,

so you could have a better life than me.

But you chose to get involved with the worst man in all of Cali.

Dad, I know what Emanuel's life is like,

and it's not like you think it is.

You will wake up.

You will wake up sooner or later.

I hope it isn't too late.

I don't get it, Dad, why do you think

I'll be unhappy with Emanuel?

Why do you think?

That man got close to us through lies,

he's sneaked you out of the house.

And now he's rushed you into a life you weren't ready for.

Can't I convince you?

You're the one that needs convincing,

to realize I've been right the whole time.

So, when that happens...

I will be here.

In spite of the mistake you're making,

and that you are putting that scoundrel before me.

In spite of all that,

I will be here.

I missed you, you rascal.

I missed you too, but here I am.

I'm happy you're back. Get ready, because I have a job for you.

-Okay, tell me. -Take a seat.

First, answer honestly.

I need you to tell me if you can,

if you want, and if you'll do what I ask,

because if not, I can ask someone else.

Tell me and I'll do what I can.

Look, I need you to get some...

really hot girls.

Because we're going to have fun.

We'll celebrate your return,

that the cough syrup's all over Cali,

and that nobody's after us.

That idiot colonel is history.

Well, it's a hard job,

but don't worry, because I'll see you in a while.

Do you want a drink?

Yes, pour me one. We need to celebrate.

Dad, can you reconsider?

Look, you can still change your mind.

Change my mind?

I have nothing to think about.

Dad, wait! Don't leave!

Dad...

I was left on my own.

He just left.

Listen to me, you are not alone.

I'm here with you

and I'll stay by your side no matter what's thrown our way.

Are you sure?

Because dating is one thing

but having a baby is entirely different.

Take a seat.

Sit.

We'll raise that child right and it will be happy.

That kid doesn't deserve to grow up without a mom or dad, like we did.

Right?

I'm scared.

I'm scared too, but it's an exciting fear, honey,

because we'll be facing something big and beautiful.

And now that your dad left, we'll officially be a family,

you and I.

So, don't feel like you're all alone.

What's more...

Dayana Tirado,

would you make me the happiest man in the world

by marrying me?

Of course I will.

I love you.

Fabiola! Lunch is served!

Thank you so much.

How about this loneliness?

We're lonelier than ever, sweetie.

This is just too much...

This is awful. Nobody comes anymore.

Everyone's doing their own thing.

Yes, but something isn't right.

Something's wrong because no one ever said,

"Your kids will stick around for a bit,

they'll love you, pamper you,

and then, they'll leave you on your own."

-That's the law of life. -Oh...

How mature! We'll see about that once you have your baby,

when they stick around but then leave you behind.

But your kids are old!

It doesn't matter,

even if they're old, moms feel the same way.

I want to be with them

and share their joy, sorrow, achievements, all of it.

So, am I invisible to you?

Don't be silly.

Relax, we'll have a drink

and we'll have a good time. Okay?

Okay.

-Hi, honey! -Hi, sweetie!

This is Rodrigo Jaramillo, the notary in charge of marrying us.

-My pleasure. -Hi.

Don't close the door.

The witnesses are here. Look who they are.

Oh, no, I'm so sorry! How could you drag them into this?

Don't worry. They're happy to be at our wedding.

Of course! The colonel's daughter is getting married... in secret!

We love being here!

-That's right. Well, let's go. -Come in.

Go to the backyard. Everything's ready.

This party's just starting.

Here are all the papers, we're ready to make this official.

I like that, very diligent.

Wait a minute. Let's spice things up, huh?

As if it were a wedding.

Let's go.

Mr. Jimmy!

-What's up, Leo? -You came! Stay there, please.

You already knew each other, right?

-Yes, we did. -A little bit.

It's a pleasure to have you here. Thank you for coming.

I wanted to see you to talk about today's party.

-Party? -What?

What do you want to drink? Firewater? Whisky? Rum?

It's a hard decision, I like all three of those.

Me too.

Girls! Come here and serve these gentlemen, please.

-Hooray! -Fuck!

This is great, Leonardo! We'll have fun.

What's up?

Look at how excited they are.

-Hello, what's up? -Nice to meet you.

This is what I wanted, to celebrate all together.

This is a life worth living.

That's right. Cheers!

-Leonardo, cheers. -Cheers.

Where is Emanuel?

-I have no idea. -Really?

Another.

I, Emanuel Villegas Ulloa,

take you, Dayana Tirado Méndez, to be my wife,

and I give myself to you.

I promise to be true to you in the good times and the bad,

in sickness and in health,

until death do us part.

I, Dayana Tirado Méndez,

take you, Emanuel Villegas Ulloa,

to be my husband.

I promise to be true to you in the good times and the bad,

in sickness and in health,

today...

and every day of my life.

You will now sign the certificate

that states...

that from this moment onwards

you're husband and wife.

Congratulations.

Promise you'll never say you're alone.

The bishop guarding the king,

the obedient boy who swore to always be loyal,

had just broken his promise to his brother.

The treason was sealed.

Thank you.

This is a very special moment for me.

Having you all here.

You are my friends, my new family.

Thank you.

I'm certain that with you here,

our cough syrup will be a success.

That's right, Leonardo! Let's play some music! This is a party!

-Right! -Cheers!

Cheers!

-Congratulations, Leonardo. -Mr. Jimmy! Let's drink.

Later, sweetie.

-Have one. -You'll lose control...

-Who is it? -It's me, Mom.

-How do I look? -Oh!

Hello.

What's up, Mom?

-Hello. You're in good company. -Yes.

-She's Dayana. -I'm Marlén.

-Nice to meet you. -You're pretty!

-Thanks. -Fabiolita, my sister-in-law.

-Hello. -Nice to meet you.

-A-ha! -I'm Dayana.

You're the first friend he's brought home.

-Oh, so silly! -Really?

She's the first and only one. That's why we came.

-Are Leonardo and Norita here? -Nora!

You and I are gonna have a drink.

No, I don't want any. You drink it.

I'm leaving. You're in charge.

Leaving? Why? We're just starting.

Enjoy the party and serve them well. I'm not saying goodbye.

I'm an only child. Mom died many years ago.

Thank you.

It must have been hard for your dad.

Did he remarry or stay single?

He remained single.

What is his job?

He's a police colonel.

-Wow! -Emanuel hadn't told you?

No, he hadn't.

I'd like to know about you too.

Norita, you're the pampered sister, aren't you?

I'm pampered, but not by him...

-You're such a liar! She's our baby. -Have you met Leonardo?

No, he's the only one left, isn't he?

He'll get jealous of you two, they are inseparable.

We just invoked him!

Leonardo! Honey! Emanuel came to introduce his girlfriend.

Can I have a word?

You see? Here we go.

I need you to understand, please.

I remained silent to protect her,

but you have to believe me when I say

I never broke my promise.

I don't get you.

What are you saying?

We got married.

We're having a child.

Are you kidding me?

You have to be kidding.

You joined the enemy?

Listen, I didn't join anyone.

I just fell in love.

-You fell in love. -I'm sorry.

Nice! You fell in love.

He's in love with the colonel's daughter.

That asshole has it out for you, and you couldn't avoid this?

-I'm sorry... -What did we promise when we were kids?

Answer me.

We promised we'd always be together,

that you'd always be by my side, taking care of me.

You promised me, you idiot! You said you'd never fail me!

I've never sold you out.

Never! I swear.

I never said anything to put us in danger.

I've always protected you!

Why didn't you say anything while I was trying to take him down?

Tell me why!

There's no such thing as half loyalty. You are either loyal or a traitor.

-Forgive me. -Fuck that.

Leonardo!

Fuck!

Shit!

-Look at it! -So cute.

Oh, my God!

Say bye to Emanuel, he's leaving.

He won't live here anymore.

-Why? -He and the lady are leaving forever.

-What happened? -Wait a moment!

What's going on?

I don't get it. Explain what happened.

Tell Mom why you're leaving.

We got married.

What?

We're expecting a child.

-Oh, God... -What? I don't...

Wait a minute. Why didn't you say anything?

Nobody knew anything, Mom. Neither of us.

He doesn't care about his family.

-That's why he keeps secrets. -I just...

You are a traitor!

Wait a moment, you little brats! Stop it! Now!

Nobody here will shout nor decide who leaves the house!

Why didn't you say anything?

Why didn't you mention you had a girlfriend?

Mom, we can't make everyone in the house happy.

You know nothing.

The problem is nobody...

Shut up! Stay out of this!

I don't have a problem with your child nor your wife.

What I hate are the lies, and you lied to us.

What else are you hiding?

I hate the lies and the lack of loyalty.

What does your dad think about this?

Colonel Tirado.

-Colonel Tirado? -That's right.

NEW YORK

Parra.

Tirado speaking.

NATIONAL POLICE - CALI

Colonel.

Where are you? Tell me you're still in Cali.

I'm not in town anymore.

I'm calling to ask you a favor.

Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on your daughter.

No, Dayana doesn't need me anymore.

I need to ask you to promise

you won't take your eyes off the Villegas.

You know they're the ones that pushed me out of the institution.

Since I couldn't do it,

I need you to promise you will take care of them.

You can count on it.

Those men are disgusting, Parra.

You'll have to do your best.

If we don't take care of them,

they'll end up taking over Cali.

Parra, for our city, for our institution,

for our years-long friendship,

promise me you won't let them get away with it.

-Colonel Mauricio Tirado? -Exactly.

I didn't know that.

I didn't know she was his daughter when we started dating.

-Ugh! -And when... It's the truth!

Then, I didn't tell you to avoid trouble.

Stop lying!

-I'm not lying. -He knew you were dating her,

that's why he had it out for us, why he came for us.

He didn't come for you. He was just doing his job.

-Dayana. -It's true.

He wanted to know why you knew the guy they arrested.

Honey, stop.

Leonardo's right.

I was wrong so, and if you can't forgive me, I'll go.

-Good. -No! Wait a moment.

You're making a fuss over nothing.

Nothing happened here.

What? A lot happened here! Face it!

Shut up, you little brat! Shut up!

You are welcome here.

Nobody will kick anyone out. You and the baby are welcome here.

It's best for me to leave.

I'll take care of my child, follow my own path.

-Son... -That's how it is.

We can do this alone.

Nacho.

Nacho, I have to leave.

Wait. Where are you going?

To Yuranis' house.

I left my things there. And she's sick so I can't be late.

-Let's call her. -I have to arrive early.

Let's tell her you can't go because you'll stay with me today.

Nacho!

What's more, let's go to her house,

get your things and go to my house.

Nacho, get serious.

Starting tonight, I want my house to be ours.

I want these people, who are my family,

to be your family too.

I want you working with me.

You don't have to deal with drunks fucking your life up.

I want you to be my partner in the gang

and I want you to be my partner in life.

I just need to know what you think.

Hey.

How could you kick Emanuel out?

He has always been there for you.

He does everything you ask.

He admires you, idolizes you.

You are like a dad to him.

How could you kick him out?

I didn't kick him out.

He decided to leave

by doing what he did.

And it's fine, isn't it? He needs to find his own path.

Leo, you are scaring me.

You speak as if you won't miss him.

Of course I will.

But I knew this was coming.

We weren't going to be together forever.

He'll start a new life and we'll start ours without him.

I'm sorry, but I have to say this.

I think you are doing the same thing the colonel did.

You're punishing Emanuel for falling for that man's daughter.

-That's dumb! -So, explain it to me.

I don't get it.

I don't get why you're so mad about this.

I believed in him.

And I believed we'd be together for better or worse...

but I was wrong.

Shit!

Shit.

What happened?

I'm late for class! I slept too soundly in your bed.

Do you want me to make breakfast?

No, honey, relax. Stay in bed and take care of our child.

Hmm?

It feels weird, honey.

-What does? -Just being here...

without my dad.

It's also weird for me

to wake up without turmoil, you know?

Your brother is strange, isn't he?

What do you mean?

I don't know, it's just... he seems angry.

Okay, listen.

Leonardo's a bit hot-headed, like a colonel.

Ha!

But he's a good man.

Once you get to know him, we'll laugh about the whole thing.

We'll be happy.

We are happy.

Go take a bath.

Okay.

Constitutional law is the branch of public Law

whose field of study... Villegas.

Wait.

I'm sorry, sir. My bus broke down, I had to run here.

You know I do well in class. Sorry.

Villegas, you're one of my best students.

You being late isn't a problem,

but your registration was canceled.

Good morning, miss.

My name's Arnulfo Serrano. I'm here on behalf of Mr. Tirado.

How can I help you?

Your father sent me to inform you

that you need to vacate the house as soon as possible.

What did you say?

We can afford to get a room until we find a job.

Until I find a job.

We. Both of us.

What do you think?

That I'll just sit at home while you save us?

No, that's not happening.

Listen, honey. You're pregnant and you have to graduate.

You wanna fly to the moon too? Come on, Dayana.

If we can't afford a room,

you think I'll be able to graduate?

Of course.

I don't want you to get a job.

First, you aren't used to working,

and what's more, you're expecting my child.

Hmm?

I want and can give you everything you need.

What would your dad say

if he finds out I can't support you? He'd kill me.

It's true, I've never worked before,

but that doesn't mean I can't do it.

Emanuel, I'm not a pampered child.

I'm not spoiled.

And I don't care about what my Dad

or anyone else thinks.

All that matters is that we get ahead in life,

and that we can be together...

because we can do it.

Smile.

I'm crazy about you.

Wash your face and use it before going to sleep.

-Thank you for your business. -Thanks.

We did great today, didn't we?

He's fine.

I'm freaking out.

I know nothing about him.

I don't know where he is, what he's eating, nothing...

What's that for?

I'm helping you. The colonel's surname is Tirado?

-Yes, it's Mauricio Tirado. -Let's see.

I found his address.

-Write it down. -Oh!

-Fifty four? -Fifty four.

Get ready while I close the store.

Thank you so much.

Let's see.

How much cough syrup have we sold?

We haven't sold any yet.

Pills? Tablets?

No.

-Drops, vitamins? -No.

So, tell me what we've sold today.

It's been a bad day, we haven't sold anything yet.

It's noon and we haven't sold anything? What time did you get here?

I arrived a bit later than usual

because of last night's party...

No, I'm sorry but that's no excuse.

Let's not mix up trust with work.

If you couldn't handle it, you shouldn't have stayed so late.

The shop must run like clockwork.

We gotta open early, make sure the display cases are full,

my cough syrup has to be upfront. Why are combs there?

My cough syrup has to be there so people can see it.

If there are no clients, we gotta get them.

Under my management, this business is going to work!

-We're doing well. -Figures say otherwise.

-Yes, but... -I don't care what you say!

The numbers don't add up.

Do the math.

They don't add up.

Ask the engineer about the second batch of cough syrup.

And we'll start stealing cars and asking for ransom.

Why are you talking to me like that?

Do you want me to go soft on you?

No, but I don't get you.

You were happy yesterday, today you're unbearable.

What happened?

-What a pretty house! -There he is!

-Honey! -Mom! What's up?

Did you sleep well? Did you eat well?

-It's only been one night. -I feel like it's been forever.

Where are you going?

We can't stay here any longer, so we'll go somewhere else.

Awesome! Let's go home, there's plenty of space there.

Mom, don't start.

We will do this on our own.

-Okay, I get it. -Hmm.

May I borrow him for a moment? I've got gossip for you.

-Of course. -Come, I have something for you.

What's going on?

Hide this.

Don't, Mom. It's not necessary.

Thank you, but I talked to...

Stop it! Don't be so stubborn.

It's to help you until you settle and find work, okay?

Relax. If you follow the plan, everything will be fine.

If things get messy, run and don't worry about me.

If you get caught, you don't know me or Leonardo, okay?

Stay still, motherfucker! Get out of the car!

You aren't listening, Nora.

Either you give your brother the message or I'll have to send a note.

Okay, I got it.

Watch your tone, miss.

What happened to you, Nora?

Why the sudden change?

May I go now?

I miss my brother too, Mom,

but stop torturing yourself.

She's right.

He's probably having a great time on his honeymoon.

If you were fair, he'd be here and Mom wouldn't suffer.

-If I were fair? -Yes.

It's awful that Emanuel had to leave

while you and Fabiola settled here.

-Nora. -It's nothing personal, Fabi,

but Emanuel's case is the same.

He's with the woman he loves, caring for his child,

and no one's helping him.

Nobody helped me either.

I've always supported this family.

I never hid anything.

You always knew about Fabiola.

But Emanuel did things his way. It was his choice.

He can fend for himself now.

Don't talk about your brother like that.

-Where are you going? -Nora!

I'm done. Do I need permission to leave?

-Nora Ester! -You learned that at school?

No, I'm not learning much, so the headmistress wants to see you.

What did you say? Get back here!

If you want your car,

bring the money to Circunvalar Ave. and 4th.

There is a big container there.

Leave the money there.

Don't you dare talk to the police.

Your data is on the car's papers.

If you talk, you can forget the car, and we'll see each other again.

You did a good job.

Was it too hard?

When's the next one?

TAXI DRIVER NEEDED

Do you have driving experience?

Mr. Francisco, I was my family's driver when I was a kid.

I ran all the errands.

I have my driver's license and a clean driving record.

Do you have a car?

I did, but I had to sell it because of financial issues.

How well do you know Cali?

I was born here, so I know every place in Cali.

Give me an address and I'll be there.

Try me for a few days, and if you aren't convinced, I'll go.

Hmm?

It has a full tank, so I expect the same back.

If you have any issues, scratches or flat tires...

-That's on you. -Don't worry.

If you don't bring the day's money back, it'll come out of your pay.

If you're responsible and punctual, you'll earn my trust.

-Yes, sir. -A-ha!

-It's well maintained. -Take the keys.

Thank you so much. You won't regret this.

I hope so.

I'll start working right away. Excuse me.

Go ahead.

A car like this puts anyone to shame.

CLUB BRISAS

He left. I kicked him out for being a traitor.

I've looked after him since he was a little brat.

I had to stand up for him at school.

He's never liked fighting, so I had to do it for him.

He liked playing soccer and having fun.

He's smart.

That's true.

Wise too, sometimes.

Why deny it?

I would give my life for him.

That's why what he did hurt so much.

It's the first time I've helped a man get over another man.

He isn't just any man.

He's my brother.

I'm not getting over him. I'm mourning him.

In my eyes...

he's already dead.

FARE TO PAY

BASED ON THE BOOK EL CARTEL DE LOS SAPOS

BY ANDRÉS LÓPEZ

Subtitle translation by: Belén Rodríguez Salvatierra