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Don Rafael Márquez, owner of Velvet Fashion Store,

was found dead tonight.

Your father fell from his office window.

Impossible! There's a rail, he couldn't have fallen.

He killed himself.

Yes. The doctor says he's worse.

- And that material? - From the workroom.

Are you crazy? Doña Blanca controls everything.

They're from last season, she won't find out,

we won't use them.

Luisa?

Where's Luisa? Is her husband all right?

She's on the street, where thieves belong.

I'm sorry about all this. I didn't know what to do.

I'll leave before anyone is up.

If anyone dares stand on as pretty a flower as this woman,

I'll fix him.

You can't keep following someone.

If you love someone, you have to act.

Doña Blanca, a telegram for you.

- Are you all right? - I don't know how they found me.

What are you doing? You were snooping.

What's going on?

"With regard to the family business,

Velvet Fashion Store, 60% of the shares

will pass to

Don Alberto Márquez, my son,

while the remaining 40%

is divided between my wife and my daughter.

- The remaining--" - I don't believe it!

You think we're going to let him do as he pleases?

Not Alberto and certainly not her.

These have been difficult days.

I don't want to run away. I'm tired of hiding.

What are you doing?

- Will you marry me, Ana? - Yes, of course.

Of course I will.

Did you rest well?

- Very well, thank you. - Good,

you may not be relaxed for much longer.

I knew there were debts, but bankruptcy?

What can you say about Velvet's situation?

No comment.

Some say your father didn't have an accident.

How did they find out?

Without the loan, we're finished.

Don Alberto Márquez?

Don Andrés, how are you?

I'm sorry, but we can't help you.

10 million is a commitment for me.

I want you to commit too.

My daughter and you are the same age and very similar.

Her heart is set on you.

We are part of your project, and you, of ours.

A family, understand?

He must think I'm an asshole

to accept a deal like that.

I can't pay the debts.

I'll have to sell.

Forgive me for what I am about to do.

You've done all you could to save Velvet Fashion Store

but I still haven't.

I can't marry you.

Give it to her and save Velvet.

Ana!

I'm sorry, ma'am, she's not answering.

Thank you, Elvira, that's all.

Ana!

Are you coming for breakfast?

I'm starting.

If the seamstress can't be punctual, it's not my problem.

Ana isn't in her room.

What about Alberto's?

Maybe she's neither punctual nor decent.

She's neither.

Say something, Ana. What did he do?

- Nothing. - Nothing?

You've been crying your heart out for three hours.

Luisa, you should leave.

Doña Blanca could come any time.

Don't worry, I'll leave when you go to work,

if you promise you're OK.

I promise.

But it's over.

I'm not the woman he needs.

The boxes of accessories must be kept out of sight--

- Where is your niece? - Excuse me?

- Is she here? - I don't know.

The last I heard, she was staying at your house.

- Did something happen? - You should ask her.

I thought you were braver.

You know I am.

Is that why you disappear and leave a miserable letter?

What is going on in my workroom?

Forgive me, Don Alberto, I didn't know it was you.

I'm sorry.

This isn't the place for personal matters.

Go back to work.

"Stay away from me"

- Where are you going? - To get your things.

Stop!

Let me go, I'm not going anywhere.

- Why are you doing this? - It's for the best.

- For who? - For everyone.

For everyone except us.

I wish things were different too, don't make it harder.

I won't marry Cristina so people can keep their jobs. I can't.

I'll tell everyone to stop the machines

- and I'll close the store. - Then you're not the man I loved.

Think about it, please.

Always seeing me come into Velvet holding Cristina's hand.

Could you bear it?

I couldn't.

I have to do it.

Then maybe you don't love me that much.

It's true.

I don't.

But she will.

What have you done?

It's crazy, people can find another job.

You know it's not that easy.

We'll manage somehow,

but you'll regret this forever.

I'm sorry, Alberto.

I wanted your secretary to let you know I was here,

but there's no secretary.

She left.

And so should you. This is a bad time.

Leave it.

Leave it.

We don't want anyone to get cut, do we?

Why have you come?

I can't bear to think what you're going through.

Losing your father, taking over a company,

on your own.

You don't have to do it on your own.

Tomorrow, the evening show at the Principal. The best box.

I thought you'd like it.

Thank you, but...

you can find better company.

I doubt it.

Alberto, you needn't always be the man in the impeccable suit

and the charming smile.

Not with me.

Keep it for the customers.

If you change your mind, call me.

I hear he set her up in an apartment.

Is it really her?

The one we saw when we came in?

- The very same. - I don't believe it.

And she's so full of herself,

like a model of decency.

With a married man. And she doesn't care.

She just strolls around here.

- I'm sorry, Doña Cayetana. - Be a little more careful, dear.

Some people have no morals.

That's all Alberto needs.

After his father's death,

the news in the papers,

and losing customers, now the store is full of hussies.

- It's too dreadful. - That's it.

Perfect.

Once I choose the material for the shoes, we're finished.

- So, the pink? - Yes.

Wild rose silk.

I'm sorry, I don't think we have that right now.

No matter, the brown is nice too.

No.

Are any of these left?

Yes, of course.

This one.

Just that one?

There's a delay in delivery.

If you'd like to come back next week...

No, no, that one will do.

I'll get changed.

Don't worry, they'll all be waiting for me to come back.

No one will be watching the door.

Come on.

Uncle,

what are you doing here?

Shouldn't I be the one asking that?

Maybe one of your colleagues can answer me.

They know more than I do.

I didn't want to explain.

An honest answer. I appreciate that.

Are you staying?

This is your home,

while it remains open.

Thank you.

Not talking about problems doesn't make them disappear.

Luisa.

Now!

Run.

- Are you all right? - Yes, forgive me.

You shouldn't run so fast, especially without looking.

-You're Luisa? - Yes.

I thought you'd left here.

No. Yes.

I have to do an errand.

And obviously you're in a hurry.

You've gone pale. Come and have a glass of water.

This is outrageous.

- You hear me? - Doña Blanca.

Help me out, persuade her to...

Excuse me, Don Francisco?

Did you send a seamstress on an errand?

The only errand they have is to sew, Don Francisco.

Excuse me. Good day.

Of course. Good day.

I'd offer you a drink, but we're out of whiskey.

Don't worry, it's too early for me.

So, tell me.

It's about one of the seamstresses, Luisa.

- Is there a problem? - No.

My wife and I were very happy with her,

but it seems she's been fired.

I've just joined and I'm not up to date on the situation.

You must have a lot to do.

I seems she was having a hard time

and she took some material that wasn't hers,

but she's very sorry and she needs the work.

And you want...?

I want you to reinstate her.

Don Francisco, I'm sorry.

If I could help, I would, but right now we can't hire anyone,

much less someone accused of theft.

It won't mean any expense.

Just the opposite.

What's that?

The amount my wife will spend on clothes this season

in the Velvet Fashion Store.

We'd like Luisa to attend to her.

I'm sure that will more than cover her wages.

I'm sorry, ma'am, I just obey orders.

Don Alberto Márquez has been informed.

This is impossible.

- How can we work? - What's going on?

We can't get more fabric, and they're taking last week's delivery.

I'm sorry to bother you, but I couldn't find Don Alberto

and this is important.

No, you did the right thing.

- Didn't Don Alberto come in? - Yes, but now he's disappeared.

His car is still outside.

Listen, everyone. We have to stay calm.

This situation will be resolved soon.

And in the meantime?

I'm sure you can work on other orders.

Orders for which we don't need fabric?

Yes, orders for which you don't need fabric.

By the way, I have another seamstress for that work.

What are you doing here?

Luisa, please go to your post.

- How did you do it? - It was Doña Cayetana's husband.

I told him what happened and he helped me.

- Just like that? - Yes.

You can't do this!

Of course I can.

If you forgot, I'm now deputy director.

That girl broke the rules of this company.

She was desperate.

She needed money to help her husband.

You should occasionally

try to put common sense before the rules.

Common sense tells me

that forgiving her does not set a good example.

Then forget about common sense and just obey my orders.

You may not understand it now, but it's best for the company.

Everyone's looking for you.

That's why I'm up here.

Sorry, I've got no ice.

We've drunk worse things. What's wrong?

What's wrong?

- My life is hell, that's what. - Why?

The woman I love has asked me to marry someone else.

Ana asked you to marry someone else?

Cristina Otegui,

so her father will pay Velvet's debts.

It could be worse.

You might have no woman keen to marry you

or a ruined store

and depend on your best friend

who's getting drunk while the business is sinking.

By the way, we've been refused a delivery of fabric.

I told the girls to do their best, but this can't go on.

I know.

It's tough, but maybe Ana's solution isn't so bad.

Are you insane?

It'll fix one problem.

You are insane.

- A marriage isn't a business. - No?

- I always thought it was exactly that. - What about love?

I fall in love every five minutes.

Look, I only see two options.

Save Velvet or be with Ana, and it seems you've lost Ana.

You decide.

Your call surprised me,

especially as you didn't even deign to answer my proposal.

I won't lie to you, Don Gerardo.

- Cristina is a great girl... - She is,

with a lot of suitors from good families

to each of whom she has said no,

and we both know why.

I'm very fond of her, but...

Listen to me, son.

Investing in your business is a risk for me

and I was willing to do it

in exchange for my daughter's happiness.

I don't believe I'm asking for too much.

And you know that she's a wonderful girl.

Yes, it's not that.

Then what is it?

There's nothing more to say.

Wait.

Very well.

There's been a lot of talk about Velvet's future.

News has been published, rumours heard,

and it's logical that during this time

you've been concerned.

I'm delighted to say that you needn't worry.

You will all keep your jobs and wages.

We'll have to make sacrifices,

but we will only ask you, please,

to keep working with the same optimism and dedication.

Tomorrow we will pay a small tribute to my father,

Don Rafael, here in Velvet.

Of course, you are all invited.

Thank you.

So you managed it.

Smile, Doña Gloria, you don't seem happy.

How could I not be if it's my company too?

And mine,

even if I hear the news along with the employees.

Enjoy the good news. It wasn't easy to achieve.

And I suppose that you are behind all this.

The son of a good friend asked me for help.

I couldn't refuse.

The Oteguis and the Márquez are friends for--

Many years, don't remind me, I'll feel old.

You shouldn't.

You're as beautiful as when we met.

In the end, I'll be happy it's you.

Even though you asked Pilar Márquez

before you came to my door.

In a situation like this, the normal thing

is to turn first to the family, isn't it?

But you'll also know

that Alberto didn't agree with the conditions.

I suppose yours are better.

- There are no conditions. - No?

Why is that?

And tell me the truth,

because friendship is one thing, risking all your fortune is another.

I'm sure he'll do very well,

and in a year we'll be here celebrating the profits.

Won't you even change your sneer?

My face is what it is.

The two or three times I've seen you laugh

you seemed a different person.

- Is that a compliment? - No.

It's the delight at keeping my job after 30 years,

and no one would be surprised if you were a little happy too.

I am but, unlike you, I don't make my feelings public.

Even so, I'm glad to know you have them.

And if we forget about my feelings and see to the tribute?

Of course.

I suppose we'll be exhibiting some of our most emblematic dresses.

- I'll have them brought up here. - Thank you, Doña Blanca.

Come along, the celebration is over.

There's still half an hour of work.

- You did the right thing. - I'll tell you in five years.

The cheque.

I get the other half at the wedding.

- Great. - Call the fabric suppliers

and tell them they'll be fully paid, but we need the fabrics now.

Get me the number of the journalist who wrote about the bankruptcy.

I want him to cover the tribute.

Organizing tributes, finding secretaries, hiring sales staff...

It doesn't seem that we're bankrupt.

That's the idea.

- The world of appearances. - Yes.

That will make this company what it was.

Excuse me, miss.

What is it?

There's an ad for new sales staff and a secretary.

Why don't you apply?

Yesterday you didn't like me staying on in Madrid,

and today you want me to be a secretary?

No, I want what you want.

If you want to get on, I'll help you all I can.

Didn't you do a secretarial course?

- Yes, but by correspondence. - You should try.

You always say that people have to try.

You hear, Rita? He wants me to apply to be a secretary.

- You know what's happened to him? - Me? No, no idea.

- Nothing happened, did it? - No.

Whatever, I'm glad it opened your mind.

I'm going to see Don Alberto.

I'm going to my room.

Rita, Rita, Rita!

Wait a minute, please, I have to talk to you!

I can't stop now, Pedro. I'm really busy.

What do you have to do?

I have to go up to Doña Blanca,

and then go down to cut an order on the bias

because the poor lady is a bit...

And you have to do it carefully

or she'll look like a ship in sail.

And I'll be in trouble.

Ana,

- isn't that right? - What?

Yes, yes.

- Haven't you done it yet? - No.

OK, we'll talk another day.

Good idea.

What's going on?

Nothing, what could be going on?

Rita.

- I've done something awful. - It can't be that bad.

Last night Pedro and I kissed.

- What? - I started it and he went along.

- But, why did--? - Yes, yes, I know!

He's my sister's boyfriend and I'm horrible.

I don't know, I thought the store was closing

and I'd never see him again and...

And you love him.

It shouldn't have happened. I shouldn't have done it.

Pedro adores my sister

and he regrets it so much.

- Have you talked to him? - I don't have to.

You've seen him.

He's always fussing around her,

and with me he pretends nothing has happened.

I don't know if I can behave like before,

see them together every day

and listen to their problems and act like I don't care.

- I understand. - You think I can forget

when I see them every day?

I hope so.

Have some tea. It'll do you good.

Yes, I'll wash the tea and have my face.

You know what I mean.

May I speak to Cristina?

Alberto Márquez.

Come in.

I'm sorry to bother you, Don Alberto.

And I'm sorry I'm not who you're looking for.

I'm sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt.

- I was looking for Don Alberto. - Maybe I can help you.

Well, I wanted to inform Don Alberto

of my interest in the job of secretary.

- I hear it's vacant. - That's right.

- Your name is...? - Clara.

- Clara Montesinos Martín. - Clara.

- Don't I know you? - No.

Well, yes, I work here.

As a sales clerk.

That wasn't hard to guess.

Ladies' section, early morning.

Mid-morning in Perfumery.

And before lunch you often help in Jewellery. Am I wrong?

No, you're very observant.

So you want a change.

- Have you any experience? - No.

No, not much, but I have a lot of interest.

I'll inform Don Alberto of that interest.

We'll see if interest is sufficient.

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

"Clara without experience".

"Huddled in his overcoat

he sang her lullabies and didn't go to bed without saying

'Sleep well, darling'".

Wait, Pedro, more slowly.

More slowly. Huddled in his overcoat...

"Sleep well,

- darling". - Pedro...

"The world is full of women like Beth,

shy and quiet,

who give themselves to others with such joy

that no one sees their sacrifice".

Oh, it's you.

Yes, Doña Blanca.

I thought some young man had "mistaken" the corridor.

You can sleep easy.

The young men are in their rooms,

and tomorrow will be a difficult day.

Speaking of difficult days,

we can't find the star dress from our first collection.

- I'll help you find it. - Thank you,

that really reassures me.

I slept terribly.

I'm so sleepy.

- Morning, girls. - Morning.

I'm coming.

We'll call you one by one to be interviewed.

Meanwhile, please,

I would ask you to wait in silence.

Please.

This is intolerable. How can we work with this racket?

Close the doors, Doña Blanca.

Get these people out of here immediately.

- Should I put them in the store? - They'll end up there, won't they?

This is where we have the dresses from previous collections

for Don Rafael's tribute.

In short: you are all in the way.

Follow me, please. This way, follow me.

This way.

You'll wonder why I called you.

I won't say I wasn't surprised.

Last week you published that Velvet was bankrupt.

- I had proof. - And who gave you that proof?

I don't usually reveal my sources.

I'm glad you're so honest.

You still haven't said why you rang me.

I'm giving you an exclusive.

Tell me what it is and I'll decide if it's worth publishing.

I want you to be the first to know that Velvet is very healthy

- and business is expanding. - My figures say otherwise.

This business is alive, things change daily.

And who achieved that change?

Come to the tribute and you'll see.

You'll witness the birth of the new Velvet Fashion Store.

Only your readers will be able to read it, in your paper.

Don Alberto.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

Well, young ladies,

we'll start with the tests.

Milagros Rodríguez.

Amanda Suárez Collado.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

Digna Lago?

- Thank you. - Thank you.

Now...

"Clara without experience", you're the last one.

All right, let's get started.

This one.

"For the elegant woman". Type.

"Modern corsetry

offers us each season

new and suggestive models of brassieres.

Brassieres with or without lace,

nylon, ticking, satin,

simple or with foam reinforcement..."

Don't worry,

I don't like foam ones either.

"Satin" has one "t".

- One "t". - Yes.

That's it.

"...perfect for the modern woman".

The...

modern... woman.

Well...

That's enough. I get the idea.

I didn't do very well, but I can improve.

We don't have much time.

You'll find someone who can type better,

but no one who knows Velvet better or can tell tulle from crepe

or knows the names of the clients' daughters

or the contacts at the suppliers.

- I should consider you for that? - Yes, and for 1,000 other reasons.

I've worked here for five years and I'm the best sales clerk.

When I look someone in the eye, I know what they want and I get it.

Really?

What do I want now?

To hire me.

Wait, I have to talk to you.

- So now you've got time? - Pedro!

What?

I...

I keep thinking about what happened.

That makes two of us.

You'll agree that it was a mistake.

I don't know

how it happened.

I got carried away.

I've never looked at you as a woman...

woman.

No?

How do you see me?

Well,

as a friend.

When I have a problem with Clara you're the first to listen to me.

You're like my sister.

You're Clara's sister, I don't want to lose that.

Neither do I. Anyway, you can't choose your sisters.

- You know what I mean. - Yes.

I'm glad we think the same because...

What?

-For a minute I thought... - What?

That I liked you?

- That's silly. - Yes.

How could I? You're my sister's boyfriend.

Pedro!

You won't believe it!

What is it?

I'm the new secretary.

You got the job?

Which would you like?

This one.

It's beautiful, but discreet.

That classic line is always fashionable

and the diamond's glitter is wonderful.

Carmen said Don Alberto took one of the most expensive rings

and booked a table for two at a restaurant.

What's up?

It's just gossip.

- What gossip? - Don Alberto.

He's having dinner with Miss Cristina

at that restaurant in Capitán Blasco.

He's free to dine with anyone.

Ana.

The decision is taken.

After tonight, there's no going back.

Luisa, they want you to bring up an order.

- Which one? - Doña Cayetana's.

I have eight years' experience in various sectors.

And no post as sales clerk.

I never had the opportunity

but I'm good at dealing with people.

You are?

Very well.

Prove it to me.

I don't like it. It isn't right for the tribute.

- I've shown you all the dresses... - Excuse me for interrupting,

but I don't think you appreciate

the virtues of the dress my colleague is showing you.

And what am I not appreciating?

That it's a dress made for someone like you.

It requires a small waist to wear it well

and, perhaps, something at the neck.

Simple, but elegant,

to show off what really matters: you.

Why would I attract more attention than my dress?

It would be silly if you didn't.

Would you like shoes to match before you take it?

Who said I'm taking it? I'm not convinced.

I agree with the gentleman.

And perhaps you'd like to try

these beautiful shoes just in from Paris.

Why are you not in uniform?

You don't know who I am.

I'm sorry I have no answers for such an elegant woman.

All right, we've heard enough.

Emilio, hire him. He's shown his worth.

And you should remember my face and my name.

I'm Patricia Márquez and my family owns this place.

I'll be in the fitting room.

Come along, I'll show you the living area

and we'll find you a room.

And, from now on,

if you want to keep your job,

I suggest you stop flirting with colleagues and customers.

This is a serious job, not the fair in your town. Follow me.

And if there's any problem, you know where I am.

I'm sure there won't be.

Will you leave it in the car, please?

Thank you, Luisa.

Don Francisco,

thank you so much for what you did.

That isn't necessary.

Yes, it is. It's so important for my husband and me.

I know. Don't worry about it.

But...

don't go talking about it.

I don't want people thinking I'm a Sister of Charity.

Of course not.

Or that my wife gets the wrong idea about it.

No, of course not!

Wonderful.

I'll see you soon.

- Of course. - Give my regards to your husband.

Thank you.

- I'm sorry, miss, we're closing. - No, I've come to see Alberto.

Do you know where his office is?

Yes, thank you.

Cristina, what a coincidence!

I'm meeting Alberto, we're having dinner.

What a surprise.

- He didn't tell you? - No.

He must have forgotten, he's so busy.

Are you doing anything special?

We're going to the theatre and then dinner.

- Enjoy yourselves. - It'll be a perfect night.

The workroom closed an hour ago. We may be lucky.

Someone may still be working.

Ana.

Miss Otegui has had an accident. She needs help.

Of course.

How can I help you, miss?

What a relief! I thought it was ruined.

It's almost finished.

It's Ana, isn't it?

Ana, you're my salvation.

I've been waiting so long for this invitation,

and I go and snag my dress.

Thank Heavens you could fix it.

You know when you feel that life

has given you a second chance and you can't miss it?

Today I won't miss it.

May I?

Come in.

I can come back later.

Don't worry, Don Alberto, I've finished.

You have golden hands, Ana. Thank you.

You're welcome, miss.

A mishap. Fortunately Ana was here to save my life.

How does it look?

Alberto.

You're beautiful.

Shall we go?

Ana.

I'm all right, don't worry.

He's going to propose.

I didn't insist in front of the others

but I'm your friend, I have to say this:

some opportunities only come once.

Don't let him do it. Stop him before it's too late.

- I can't do that. - Why not? Do you love him?

More than anything.

Then hurry, Ana.

Hurry.

Doors close at 11:00 p.m.

I hope you are punctual.

Men are not allowed access to the women's corridor.

Follow me, please.

Ana. Ana.

Is everything ready for the tribute?

No, not quite. It was all very rushed,

but I think it'll turn out well.

I'm sure of it.

We've invited the best customers, family friends and the press.

We want to offer a good image.

Then you'll have to pose with me. I'm very photogenic.

- I don't doubt it. - Look.

You see?

My photo face.

Don't laugh,

it was hard to find, but now it's infallible.

I'm delighted you asked me to dinner.

It's been tough recently.

I know.

And you were always there

looking out for my family and me.

Especially me.

I've always done that, even though you didn't notice.

At times, one needs a touch of reality to see things.

Maybe in these last years I haven't been very attentive

or been what you hoped.

But that's going to change.

Just a minute.

Ana!

Ana!

Ana!

What happened? Are you all right?

- Yes. - You're soaked.

I thought I saw someone.

I'm fine. Don't worry.

Rita.

Rita!

Thanks, Rita.

You should have been here ten minutes ago.

Rita, go back to your room.

Drink it.

All you need is to catch pneumonia.

Are you going to tell me where you've been?

I'm not a child. I can go out alone at night.

I always knew it would end like this.

Listen to me.

I can only tell you this once.

Leave.

And go where?

Anywhere, but far away.

You're my family. This is my home.

You think I don't know?

That it doesn't hurt to say it?

But it's the best for you.

- Alberto-- - Don Alberto!

Don Alberto.

He'll carry on and marry someone from his class,

and you'll be there sewing the wedding dress

or his child's christening robe, there.

Always there, but behind,

remembering.

I have a friend in Barcelona who works in a tailor's.

I'm sure he can find work for a good cutter.

Where did that come from? I was looking everywhere!

Don Alberto brought it.

I think it was in a private collection.

Good morning.

My daughter came back very happy.

It was a pleasant evening.

Of course, to tell the truth,

I'm not so happy with what happened.

I expected her to come back wearing an engagement ring.

I thought it was all a bit rushed.

I wanted to take some time.

Nevertheless,

you didn't take time in using my money.

They're different things, Don Gerardo.

I like to do things properly. Cristina deserves that.

We agree on that.

I think the best place for you two to announce your engagement

is at your father's tribute.

Why not take that opportunity

with the press there, and high society?

It's a tribute to my father.

He should be the central figure.

Your father would be very happy to see you with her,

and you know it.

I'm delighted you're well, Don Guillermo.

Yes, my uncle is very well too, thank you.

I wasn't calling for that.

I'm thinking of moving to Barcelona, and he told me

you might need a cutter for your workroom.

If he doesn't say I'm the best cutter, who could say it?

The sooner the better.

"I'm waiting on the roof".

Won't you come closer?

I won't cause a scene.

It was you, wasn't it?

Who?

- Was it you in the restaurant? - What restaurant?

Don't act the fool. I was about to propose to her.

And did you?

No. I can't.

I want to marry you, not her.

I don't understand why you're doing this.

- Because I'm a coward. - You're not,

you're much braver than I am.

If I were, I wouldn't have gone there.

I thought it wasn't you.

- There must be a solution. - There isn't.

I was thinking. I need a year.

I take Gerardo's money, launch the new collection, and save Velvet.

I needn't marry Cristina.

Won't you wait?

I waited seven years, I'd wait a lifetime.

But not like this. You were right.

I can't see you two hand in hand or going to dinner. It's too hard.

I spoke to a friend of my uncle in Barcelona.

He needs cutters.

You're leaving?

Yes.

Listen to me.

Take the money, save the store, and come for me.

- Straighten your tie. - It's strangling me.

You want me to strangle you? Fix your tie.

Please stand in line. Seamstresses in the centre.

Hello.

Hello.

- I'm Max. - Carmen.

Do you know where Doña Blanca is, the head of the workroom?

She has to measure me.

Yes.

Follow me.

Doña Blanca, excuse me.

Why are you here?

This new employee is here about his uniform.

You're an average size.

There'll be one in the store we can adjust.

I'll measure you so they can make you a few shirts.

Turn round.

18.

19.

Bend your arm.

25.

Turn round and open your shirt.

Carmen, go up to the store.

I can help you.

Go up.

Goodbye.

And thank you.

You like my pendant?

I've always had it.

It has great sentimental value.

Raise your arms.

What's your name?

Maximiliano Expósito.

You can call me Max.

You'll have your uniform shortly.

That's it?

Yes, that's it. Now, go away, I'm busy.

Doña Blanca, do you have the delivery schedule for...

- Are you all right? - Yes, it was just a dizzy spell.

- Can I get you some water? - No, I'm fine now.

Thank you.

As well as the necklace, we have this bracelet.

White gold and Silesian crystal.

If I may say so, it would be spectacular at the tribute.

The necklace and earrings

would favour your neck, with that wonderful new haircut.

- Thank you. - May we see the earrings?

Right away, Miss Patricia.

Made in London.

They're by the designer to the English aristocracy.

They're beautiful.

From the same collection as the ring your brother bought.

Excuse me. Was I out of place?

No, of course not.

Everything is ready.

Except me.

I wish I could help you.

You are helping.

If you want, I'll marry Otegui.

Her father would have a fit.

Hey,

I'm a good catch.

Says the womanizer.

People gossip. You know what they're like.

Shall we go?

Yes.

- Everything is ready, Don Alberto. - Thank you.

You're good at this, "Clara without experience".

We'll see you at the tribute.

If you don't need anything...

- Did you hire her for her looks? - What do you take me for?

Good evening.

Thank you for coming to this tribute to my father.

My father, Don Rafael Márquez,

was the creator and driving force behind Velvet Fashion Store.

Thanks to his work, his efforts,

his devotion, his vision, thanks to all that

he gave haute couture the position it deserves here today,

and that is why we are paying him this small tribute.

I also want to use this occasion

to announce the new line that Velvet Fashion Store is launching.

We are going to modernize,

adapt to the times we live in.

We will create an innovative line that we are sure

will revolutionize the way of dressing in this country.

Velvet Fashion Store is part of my family,

of my life.

I grew up here, I learned all I know here,

and above all I met wonderful people I can never forget.

And now,

there is no better moment

and no better company than all of you...

Cristina, come here, please.

- Me? - Yes.

Why?

Cristina, you've been with me throughout this journey,

and I'd like you at my side forever.

Cristina...

would you do me the honour of being my wife?

I wasn't expecting this.

Do you want to be my wife?

Yes.

Yes, I do.

Atocha station, please.

Congratulations on your engagement, Don Alberto.

Thank you.

Don Emilio.

I want you to know

that I never wanted this to happen.

We can't always do what we want.

I couldn't leave.

I don't want you to go.

I don't know what I'm doing here. This will only hurt us more.

It hurts me more to think I'll never see you again.

Promise me you'll never leave again.

I promise.

I love you.

- Good morning. - Good morning, Don Alberto.

You've got a bit of lipstick on your lips.

You made a beginner's error with Ana.

What could I do?

We all have a lot to lose if this comes out.

It seems there was a girl with Alberto at the funeral.

A gossip can make a romance out of a simple incident.

You're not worried? They even said she was his mistress.

This is the first time you're not at your post

ten minutes ahead of time.

Obviously I was worried.

You had no reason to be.

Don't think you can just turn up and I'll behave like you were

- my... - Son.

I think you should leave.

I've come to stay.

It's a pity you're staying, we could have dinner in Alcalá.

He invited you to dinner and you said yes?

Please, don't tell Pedro.

I promise, nothing will happen with Don Mateo.

- Luisa. - Don Francisco...

- I needed to see you. - I don't understand.

Yes, you do, Luisa.

- Good morning, Don Emilio. - I should call the police.

Alberto proposed.

I asked that you take care of the wedding,

- and everything I need. - Everything you need?

You bring me good luck.

Alberto?

Is that you?