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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 they respect us everywhere.

THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION BASED ON 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.

Will you return to the Institution?

My vacation time has ended, Colonel.

I can't take more time off.

-I have to travel to La Guajira tomorrow. -Do you still trust them?

After all that happened, let's just say

I still have faith that there are more good ones.

Parra, I wish there were more men like you.

Colonel, go and meet your grandson, you deserve it.

If you get bored of going against the tide,

call me.

And, we'll decide what we'll do.

How the hell did you get screwed by that idiot?

How could I have known that Dayana would talk to the colonel again?

How could you not know? You lived with her.

Yes, but I also have a job. I couldn't be around her all day long.

-I have things to do, too. -I told you, didn't I?

I told you so!

She has police blood running through her veins.

-I told you so, didn't I? -Yes, you told me, Leo!

But it's done. What do you want me to do?

I didn't keep an eye on her.

I forgot about that son-of-a-bitch colonel. It's done!

Whatever you want.

We dropped our guard.

You and I dropped our guard.

We thought they were within the quiet bubble of our houses.

But no. Look, they were ahead of us.

Don't worry.

We'll get my nephew back.

Wilmer will grow up with his dad and uncle.

Trust me.

No, sister. This is all my fault.

Don't start with that.

He got in trouble with his family, Deisy.

So what?

Leonardo is old enough to make his own decisions.

Let me tell you something.

How many times did he go after you before you needed help?

How many times did he parade around here, so you'd notice him?

That marriage was already falling apart.

What I didn't want to happen just happened.

He left his home and his family.

No...

I know how hard it is when a woman has to be alone.

Did you force him to leave his wife?

-Of course not. -So?

Look, that man over there,

he decided long ago who the woman of his life is.

-Nonsense! -No, seriously!

What do you think?

Why didn't he give in to her? Why didn't he beg or plead?

Because he was waiting for her to make the decision.

It's over. Period! End of story.

Sis.

Sis, wake up. Sis.

-What is it? -I'm sorry for bothering you so late.

-Are you okay? The baby? -Yes, it's just that I can't sleep.

I got up, I turned on the lights, I played music,

I even counted Fabian's eyelashes. I look like a brat.

You look like a woman who can't sleep without her man by her side.

-How stupid I am, right? -You're not stupid.

Honestly, I would feel the same as you.

-It's been a lot of years, sis. -A lot of years,

lots of moments, lots of everything.

-Is it okay if I get in bed with you? -Oh, yes!

Please!

Fine.

-The best side is yours. -All right.

I can talk to her if you want.

But I swear, when she came to my house, I didn't say anything, Leonardo.

-I told her I'm paying for the house. -Listen.

You don't have to explain anything. Not to me, not to anyone else. Okay?

-And where will you stay? -In any room, I can get by anywhere.

Come on, Leonardo! You got me a house.

You're paying for it, and now you have nowhere to stay.

No, that doesn't make sense.

That's life.

Stay there.

I'll go somewhere else with my boy. I'll see how to deal with it.

We don't need the house, we've already won the fight

-against Mariano. -Look! Now is when you need it the most.

What will you do with the boy? Will you take everything away from him?

That's not a problem for us, Leonardo.

Don't compare apples and oranges.

Okay? That's your house, and this is my problem.

Whatever happens to me from now on...

I'll deal with it.

What are you doing there?

Stop trying to solve Emanuel's problems, Mom.

They are just a few things for the kid and Dayana.

Let them figure it out for themselves.

Oh, really? Don't you know what's going on?

Leonardo ruined his marriage, I don't want Emanuel to do the same.

Those boys need a firm hand there, to guide them.

And what will you do? Will you scold them for not asking

-for your permission to wander around? -No. I'll advise them, I'll help them.

That's it. When you have a child, you'll understand.

You're overdoing it, Mom. You're taking things to another level.

-They are old enough, stop chasing them. -So what?

Grown-ups or whatever, they are my sons.

And the mother's duty is to be there, through thick and thin.

Besides, you know how things are with them.

Whatever Leonardo does is law for Emanuel.

Leonardo takes a step, and that fool is there to take it too.

-Right. -Well!

I'm coming.

I'm coming!

Why do you look like that?

-Mom, why are you here? -Oh, and that smell!

How can you get this drunk

-with a baby in the house? -Mom, wait. Wait!

Where's Dayana? I brought some things for the baby. Daya...

What happened here?

NEW YORK

Dad!

This is your grandson.

-Hold him. -No.

-Yes, hold him. -No, no.

Hold him, Dad!

Hey, Dayana.

-Don't you think he looks like... -Like my mom, right?

Your mom? Just for being so loud.

You see! He looks like me.

Look! Look!

-Don't you think? -He looks just like you.

-You think the baby looks like me? -Seriously!

Dayana, did you do everything as I asked?

Papers, records?

Yes, sir.

Wilmer was registered as the son of a single mother.

And if Emanuel ever existed,

he is dead to me.

You two could never forgive your dad for abandoning us.

And now you're doing the same. You!

Look at me, you little brat!

You went to live with another woman

while you have a newborn and a wife in your own house?

-Can I talk? -No!

No. First things first, damn it!

If helping another woman puts your family at risk,

well, then you don't help her, you jerk!

And you? What did you do to make Dayana run off with the child?

Tell me, Mom, why do you always have to put the blame on us?

Because a woman who has just given birth doesn't run off with her son

unless something serious has happened.

Well, it happened.

Colonel Tirado brainwashed her. He filled her head with nonsense.

He made up stories about me, and he convinced her to leave.

That's what happened.

How do you know that?

Because, when I arrived, there weren't any clothes or anybody,

and I found a letter explaining how to get out of the house.

Show me.

Mom, that letter is in the trash already.

You don't understand that Dayana never really trusted Emanuel or us.

She's an ingrate.

After everything you did for her. Unbelievable!

At what point did our lives fall apart like this?

This is not the end of it.

Colonel Tirado and Dayana herself will eat their words.

Take a good look.

They spoke very badly of us.

We will be very important.

We'll have a lot of money, bro.

A lot of what?

A lot of money.

A lot of money?

What is money good for...

if you don't have families? You little brats.

What's the point of succeeding in business if you can't see your children grow up?

You two assholes!

Tell me!

CALI -TWO DAYS LATER

Honey, you already know, tell your dad to bring you back before 8:00.

And you better watch what you eat, Federico.

-Federico Meza, you better not eat... -Mom!

-You told me 1,000 times. -And I'll tell you 1,000 and one.

And, baby, if your dad comes up with a surprise trip,

-you... -I find a way to let you know.

Well, all right.

And your dad doesn't have to be asking about my private life, baby.

So you don't have to tell him anything.

Can I ask?

Yes, baby. Whatever you want.

Do you like Leonardo?

Honey, Leonardo is just a friend.

-If you want, I'll ask him to leave... -No! Of course not.

I only ask you that question because I know that you need

someone to love you, someone to go out with, and so on.

Baby.

You turned out to be very thoughtful, right?

Dayana and the child didn't go through Mexican immigration.

-But were they going there? -Supposedly.

But most likely, they only made a layover in that country.

Unless they used forged documents to enter.

That woman can do many things,

but I don't think she is smart enough to do that.

Where could they have gone?

Well, I've been checking all Col. Tirado's contacts,

and they're all in the United States. He was living there, anyway.

So, the daughter is most likely there now with him.

NATIONAL IMMIGRATION REPORT

Well, regardless of capitalism, and harsh international politics,

the United States is a very interesting country.

Very attractive.

It has an enormous cultural richness.

Artistic values.

That's why I suggest going to the New York Museum of Art.

It's one of the most important in the world.

And, well, Washington. It's the capital.

If you can go, then go. It is two hours away from New York by bus.

And New York, the city you'll go to, they call it the capital of the world.

Precisely, because it's home to people from all corners of the planet.

So, guys, you have to use this experience, not only to learn English,

but also, to hang out with people from different cultures.

I assure you guys that this trip is going to change your lives.

Those kids will take a cheap English course for three weeks

to learn about new cultures, and all that crap.

Then, we send them back home. What I need you to do

is to find a way to send those kids loaded.

Will they wear uniforms or something, to identify them as students?

Well, we haven't thought about that.

Well, I think it's important to give them baseball hats or jackets.

Suitcases, also. To give them travel kits, actually.

Authorities will lower their guard as soon as they see they are students.

And the most important things, with all respect, are the suitcases.

Actually, I'll send you the design you have to buy, and later I will...

Send your merchandise.

As you wish, Engineer. As you wish.

What a great idea Leonardo had. Sending those kids on an exchange program.

Nobody is going to frisk them, or requisition them.

And with the professor brainwashing them, this business will be a success.

A success.

It's all crystal clear, Engineer.

This is the latest in electrical appliances.

What I like the most is the size.

Imagine how much money we can cool there.

We can load five of those with all the money

we are making in New York.

I like your thoughts about the business.

-I need a favor. -Tell me.

This is urgent.

I need you to contact your gringo friends,

to find out where my brother's wife took their child.

Are you sure they're there?

We think so. You'll find out.

And don't waste too much money on it. Make it inexpensive.

Find my nephew!

Jesus Christ...

Please take care of my boys.

Lord, please take the evil away.

Don't lead them to temptation,

and towards bad influences.

Protect them from evil.

Yemayá, father Obatalá, Oshún, king of kings.

Orishás of fresh water, do not let the fog disturb my vision.

Show me the entire truth.

What do you see?

I see sadness, many tears. It's hazy.

NINE OF SWORDS

Where are they? Can you tell me?

PAGE OF WANDS

They are far away. I can't tell where exactly.

I want to know if I'm ever going to see my child again.

Do you know what?

When you are troubled, lost in your thoughts, and self-absorbed,

the conduits of Orishás and the saints don't let us see properly.

-Then, what must I do? -Look!

You're distressed, you're confused, and you're enraged about what happened.

Believe me, your thoughts and feelings are jumbled up in your head.

-It was a blow. -I know.

I get it. I can imagine how you feel.

But you have to keep calm and find peace, no matter how hard it may be.

You need to be at peace with yourself.

Let's find out what the last card means.

THE LOVERS

You'll overcome this. You'll land on your feet.

New opportunities arise, new paths open up. In matters of love as well.

Fine.

If you see him in his office, tell him I'm waiting for him to come.

I think he just arrived.

Dad!

Leonardo!

What's up, buddy? What's this? Do you have a game?

No, I was waiting for my dad, but he didn't show up.

-Come on in! I'll get changed. -No, wait! Why would you get changed?

Won't you play? Can I play?

I can stand in for your dad. That's what friends are for.

Oh, wait! You'll chicken out!

-No way! Let's go! -Cool, come on! I'll be the goalie!

Who do you live with?

I used to live with my mom, my little sister, and Fabiola.

Now, I'm trying to figure out where to go. Fabiola and I split up.

Just like my parents.

-Do you have kids? -Yes, his name is Fabián.

-Does he play football? -No, he's a little baby.

-And chess? -No, not at all.

Can I meet him?

False bottom.

A technique the Villegas would use

to fill up anything they could imagine with drugs,

and to fool anyone who was dazzled by the promise of traveling to the U.S.

Ignacio Sotomayor will be waiting for you at the New York airport.

He'll give you the itinerary, and he'll take you to the hotel.

You only have a few days to travel around, before the English course starts.

Great, professor! We'll get the most out of this trip, right guys?

-Yes! Sure! -Of course!

Don't thank me, thank the Villegas!

They sent presents for you.

-So cool! -Look at the caps, they're so nice!

There's enough for everybody. How clumsy am I?

That's it?

Have a good trip, guys!

PALMASECA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

-Well, kids, all set! -Thanks!

Enjoy and have fun, but be safe!

Be careful with the suitcases, keep your eyes on them all the time.

There you go. This one's yours. And this is for you. Have fun!

-What's up, mate! How's it going? -Everything's great, bro!

Come with me. Bring what I gave you.

-There you go. -Thank you. Look!

This amulet is for you to find my son, okay? Don't lose it.

Do you believe in those things? Or are you becoming a good Christian?

Desperate times call for desperate measures.

Don't worry. Count on it!

-Good! -You know me.

Done! Come here!

-You are already a globetrotter. -It's not a big deal.

-Done! -That's it!

-Have a nice trip! -Thanks!

-Be safe! -Bye, bro!

-Keep me informed. -Sure.

MARLÉN'S STORE

You're a lovely baby, sweetie!

-He's skinnier, isn't he? -Skinnier?

That's your imagination, he's fine. He's grown.

Okay. Bring the diaper bag and his things so I can take him for a walk.

Alone? You don't even know how to change a diaper.

-Who will he be with? -Fabiola, don't start this again.

I'm his father, and I want to be with him.

No, you don't start this again. I don't want him to be with her.

I can't promise that. I told you, he's my son.

I have the right to be with him. Nobody will stop me.

Bring his things.

Did you do what I said?

I did everything you asked me to, but it didn't work. I'm still worried.

-I don't know what to do. -It'll work, trust me.

I hope so.

Because I see Wilmer everywhere, I hear him wherever I go.

I even dream he's with me. I miss him so much.

It's understandable. A part of you was ripped out,

A part of your heart was ripped out.

But you need to sleep, you know?

I try, but...

But I can't. I try to keep my mind busy with my job, the matches.

But everything reminds me of Wilmer.

Look, I think there's something that can be good for you.

I don't know, maybe, hide or save

all those personal objects that remind you of the child and Dayana.

I mean, if you have to remove pictures, photos, the comforter,

whatever it takes, just do it.

If you think it'll help, I'll do it right away.

Hold on! Not at night.

Spiritual cleansing is better in daylight.

I don't want to go back home. I can't stand being there.

Can I stay here tonight?

Yes.

Thanks!

Before we change him, we have to use the rash cream the doctor gave us.

-Where is it? Did I pack it? -Oh, well!

And we'll feed him too, right? Grandma's little love!

-Here's the powder, but... -Give it to me.

What is this?

Yes, honey!

Yes! Don't you dare pee right now, little brat!

-My little brat! -I knew he was with her.

NEW YORK

It's incredible what those people managed to do.

Do you know how much money Sepúlveda was given?

Who knows who else they managed to buy.

Dad...

I wanted to ask you something.

Let's leave the past behind.

I need to let Emanuel go.

To stop thinking about those people would do you good.

Words have power, you know.

And who knows, if we stop talking about them,

maybe they end up forgetting us.

Good morning! You're such an early bird. I've made coffee for you to drink,

-before we go. -Thanks!

Before we go? Where?

You have something to do, Emanuel. And I'll be by your side.

Do we really have to do this today? I finally got a good night's sleep.

The sooner, the better, Emanuel.

Is it necessary? Can we put it off?

Look, you have to face the ghosts and the memories in that house.

It'll be good for you, trust me.

I trust you. You're the one I trust the most right now.

It's a little hot, but it's delicious.

I don't get it. Why did you tell Mariano we live together?

He'll mess with you anyway, so let's give him a reason.

He stood Federico up, and he has the nerve to complain. No way.

Isn't it ironic?

A recently separated man scolding another for leaving his wife and son.

Hey, hold on!

Splitting up is one thing,

being a nuisance to your wife is quite another.

What did he mean?

He has one foot here and one foot somewhere else.

He left so let him go. He must stop messing with you.

Would you be willing to do that?

To stop doing things halfway, to commit to Federico and me?

What do you think?

I'm already committed to you.

Just give me free rein, and I'll do the right thing.

The perfect family, indeed.

Leonardo, the waitress, and my son.

-Don't torment yourself, Fabiola. -I can't believe it.

Well, you'll have to get used to the idea that, from now on,

the baby will be in this house and wherever Leonardo is.

No. He can go wherever he wants, but he must respect me and my son.

It's not a big deal, is it?

Did they hurt the baby? Did they not feed him or something worse?

Do you think it's okay?

Both of them playing the happy family, with my baby.

-You're speaking from anger. -No, I'm speaking from my heart.

Listen, Fabiola. Men can be with as many women as they please,

but we only have one mother.

Nobody will come between you and your baby's love.

NEW YORK

You can't go out alone.

You can't make friends.

You better not talk about Wilmer to the neighbors.

If they ask, tell them he is your nephew.

We didn't come this far to continue running risks.

Nor to live in hiding.

You keep underestimating the power and evil of those guys.

No, Dad. You're overreacting.

Maybe, they did what they pleased in Cali, but not here.

Dayana...

If you had lost Wilmer, wouldn't you leave no stone unturned to find him?

Along with money, power...

All the people they manage to buy. The answer is yes, of course.

Of course, they're capable of coming here, Dayana.

That's why I've started the process of changing our names.

What? Changing our names?

I've lived in fear and anguish, and now, will I continue living the same?

We have to think and act calmly, keep a cool head.

Do you know why even the smartest criminals get caught?

Because they lose their minds, they get carried away by their feelings.

Just one moment of weakness, Dayana, and they get caught.

But I'm not a criminal.

I don't want to live in hiding, as if I've done something wrong.

We did, honey.

Being with that guy was something wrong.

Me, not doing the impossible to keep you away was wrong too.

BRONX WAREHOUSE - NEW YORK

Not bad!

We can make about $100,000 off this shipment.

At least.

And we made the kids happy by coming here. Are we philanthropists, or what?

Have you worked out the distribution process yet?

It's already done.

Let's put this together. Our contacts are about to arrive.

And one more thing...

We can tell Leonardo we are ready to welcome the next travelers.

That's enough.

We have to let go of the things that bring back memories.

Mainly so we don't go crazy, while we're trying to forget.

The dead have to be buried, along with the memories of them.

Hold on, Dayana isn't dead.

To you, she is.

If you truly want to get her out of your mind,

the best thing you can do is to forget her and everything you did together.

Yes.

You'll see how things get better,

when she's not inside your head disturbing you.

It gets easier.

It will clear the path for you to get your son back.

You believe that, don't you?

You can't imagine how happy those kids are.

They're dazzled by the wonders they're seeing.

That was the idea, right? To travel and see the outside world.

I always tell Simón that.

He talked to them about museums, parks, everything they should visit.

That's great! Do you know the city?

I wish! I only know what's in movies and books.

Why don't you move from theory to practice?

I'll have to start saving money now, maybe someday I can make it.

Today can be the day.

So? Why don't you pack your things and travel with the kids?

So you finally know the city.

-Are you serious? -Yes, I am.

I owe you a graduation gift, don't I?

I don't like getting into debt.

You are unpredictable.

Can you imagine you and me, in such a big place?

Well, not really.

I can't accept such a gift.

I know how expensive those plane tickets are.

Now do you see why I like him?

He's an honest man. An upstanding man.

Let's do this. I'll pay you in advance for the job you're doing,

but you'll continue working on the kid's preparation for future trips.

Is that okay?

CLUB BRISAS

Here. You're here for the bonus, right?

Here you are, sweetie. It's on me.

Stop counting your money.

After all, maybe he's serious about committing.

Because he's already here again.

I'll leave you two alone. Excuse me.

Leonardo, what are you doing here?

What am I doing here? I'm here to pick up my love.

-Isn't it what gentlemen do? -Pick me up?

It's too early, I can't leave. I haven't sold this yet.

Why can't you leave?

Today is a special day.

It could be the most special day since we met.

Will you spend it here working? No, lady.

-I can't. What about the merchandise? -We're leaving.

These are beautiful. Thank you.

They match you.

We have to let go of the things that bring back memories.

Mainly so we don't go crazy while we're trying to forget.

The dead have to be buried along with the memories of them.

Hold on, Dayana isn't dead.

To you, she is.

If you truly want to get her out of your mind,

the best thing you can do is to forget her and everything you did together.

No, I'm still not used to the idea that Federico sleeps at Mariano's.

You were serious about the special night.

What did you think? That I was messing with you?

Tonight is a very special night. And we'll seize it.

First, we have a day off. It's only the two of us.

Second, and most importantly,

the man you once met is no longer the same man.

I'll introduce myself once again.

Nice to meet you, I'm Leonardo Villegas.

Officially separated.

As long as nobody knocks on the door, and I don't end up in a car's trunk...

Never again.

You won't hide anymore.

You're my woman now.

Look at you.

You're Cali, my love, and I own all of your streets.

Nice to meet you, Leonardo.

We finally happened to meet at the right time.

Take it slow.

Shut up.

Wait, hold on.

I have to call Federico.

-What? -To say good night. Okay?

No, are you kidding? You'll call him now?

-Yes, but I'll be fast. -Really? And what will you say?

-I'll tell him to brush his teeth. -Yes, help me. My hands are busy too.

To brush his teeth, to wash his hands and what else?

-And anything else. -That you're here with me?

-You have an important thing to solve? -Very important.

Tell him not to show up around here.

Did you take the seven-herb bath? Did you light the gold and blue candle?

-Did you say the prayer I told you? -I did it all.

I did everything you said to a T.

My house looked like a botanical garden. Anyone would think I was crazy.

Now, the big question is, did you actually believe in what you did?

Because the saints can tell if you don't believe in it.

Rosario, I did it with conviction. The only thing I want is to find my child.

But it's not a matter of belief anymore. It's not about right or wrong.

I can't take the silence in the house anymore.

I don't know how to be alone. I just don't.

Well, you'll have to learn.

Why don't you teach me? Show me what to do...

What to do, so I don't go crazy every night in that house. Okay?

Emanuel, I don't think that's a thing you can learn.

Of course, I can.

If you live here on your own and you're fine,

why can't I live on my own too?

-I can learn. -Look.

Although it may not seem like it, I've had a hard life.

A path full of obstacles.

It wasn't easy, but I know it's possible.

Loneliness is the worst, right?

-Yes. -See?

Then, why don't you let me stay for a few days?

Until I find a new place to live.

I can't stand living there any longer.

All right.

Only until you find a new place to stay.

Rosario, you're the best. You're an angel.

Listen, tomorrow we'll start looking for houses or apartments,

and a week from now, I'm out.

Yes, sure. First off, change the plural to the singular form.

I mean, you will look for a place to stay.

You're right. That's an abuse of trust.

Did you eat something?

It looks like you don't know how to turn on the stove.

You know what? You're good at reading minds, huh?

BASED ON THE BOOK EL CARTEL DE LOS SAPOS

BY ANDRÉS LÓPEZ

Subtitle translation by: Ana Melisa Soria