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10 million is a commitment for me. I want you to commit too.

- Don't make it harder. - I won't marry Cristina

so that people can keep their jobs.

I can't.

Maybe Ana's solution isn't so bad.

I only see two options. Save Velvet or be with Ana.

Cristina,

- do you want to be my wife? - Yes, I do.

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

Alberto proposed.

I asked that you take care of the wedding.

I'll set the wedding for next year.

We'll launch a new collection that'll break the mould.

- And I'll cancel the engagement. - How will you do that?

Thank you for coming.

I want you to design Velvet's new collection.

I want Velvet to be the new reference in Spanish fashion.

Come to the store and I'll show you our potential.

A designer will do an exclusive line for Velvet.

You'll each have a job.

Whoever does it best will help the designer with the collection.

Doña Blanca, excuse me.

This new employee needs a uniform.

Do you like my pendant?

Don't think you can turn up and I'll behave as if you were my...

Son.

I think you should leave.

I've come to stay.

Carmen?

Carmen, I know you often think I'm too hard on you

but you're my daughter, and it's for your own good.

- Luisa. - Don Francisco, why are you here?

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

Yes, you do, Luisa.

- I'm sorry if I... - Yes, yes. It's obvious

that I misunderstood your attitude.

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

Thank you, but I don't think it would be appropriate.

Appropriate? I'm just hungry.

He invited you to dinner and you said yes?

Please, don't tell Pedro.

I promise nothing will happen with Don Mateo.

I'm sorry, Don Mateo, but I was worried about my girlfriend.

Your girlfriend?

Good morning, Don Emilio.

A man came to talk to me.

He knows about Cuba.

I advise you follow the example of the late Rafael.

This will be enough to ensure you never see me again.

Alberto, is that you?

I need you to confirm this is the girl who saw you.

Yes.

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

more so now when we have less money to refloat this store.

Less money and less time. Gerardo set the date for two months' time.

- Will you tell Ana? - No, because it won't happen.

We're getting married in two months.

Two months?

The workroom must be perfect for Mr. De la Riva.

I've supervised everything. I'll tell Rita to be ready.

Rita? She's a good seamstress

but perhaps you have your eye on someone else.

No, Rita did the best work. It's settled.

Thank you, Blanca.

Don't make insinuations in front of staff.

Don't be like that. I didn't mean it.

At least I didn't say it in front of your fiancée.

Whatever your game is, it won't work.

- Where is Don Emilio? - I think he went out for a moment.

I was expecting a lady,

but, of course,

for this kind of work servants are better.

It's all there. You can count it.

And now, please never come back here.

Or what?

Or you'll regret it.

Given what I know, it isn't a good idea to threaten me.

Especially for Don Rafael's widow.

You've got what you wanted. Leave.

You're old. Don't take risks with me.

What about her?

How is she?

Some things never change.

"The Designer"

Can you pass me the bags? Thank you.

Can you excuse us for a moment?

Why are you dressed up like that?

Are you still insisting on working here?

I want you and Alberto to take me seriously.

Yes, and to show you're capable of running the store,

you're taking orders from everyone?

I'm very busy, mother.

Listen, Patricia,

if you don't want to lose our opportunity to take control,

keep your eye on Ana.

The seamstress?

I suspect they're still together.

That's silly. Everyone knows Alberto is marrying Cristina.

Yes, but not everyone knows

that he was going to marry Ana and suddenly changed his mind.

If you see anything odd, let me know.

No.

What did you say?

I said no.

And I repeat, I'm very busy,

but I'm sure you have time in your busy schedule.

Ma'am, if you'll excuse me.

I gave him the money as you asked.

Any problems?

I fear that, as I said,

we'll see that man here again.

Open the doors.

It's time.

Pedro, turn that off.

It's patriotism. It's the European Cup.

I just want to hear the line-up. My radio's broken.

If Doña Blanca sees you,

she's so nervous about the designer's visit...

Well, so am I... Turn that off!

It's off, are you happy?

There's no need to be like that.

Sorry.

It's not you, Rita. It's your sister Clara.

She's been strange recently.

I don't know what to do.

Do you know what's wrong?

Me? No idea. She's probably very busy.

I don't like that she's working at night.

Poor thing.

Pedro, Don Emilio is looking for you.

What's wrong?

Nothing. You scared us, we thought you were Doña Blanca

and that Pedro was in for it.

Why are you in here?

The European Cup.

Men and football. I wonder if they can think of anything else.

I'd better go, Don Emilio will be going crazy.

Did you tell him anything? I don't believe the football thing.

It's the truth.

How could I tell him? I don't want to kill him.

Why are you asking?

- Did anything happen last night? - No, I told you.

And both times you couldn't look at me.

Did anything happen?

- We kissed. - Clara!

You're an idiot, he's your boss!

I don't know.

He took me to a really expensive place,

he told me lots of things, and we danced, and...

I lost my head.

How much did you lose it?

- Just a kiss. - That's it.

Forget it. What matters is that it doesn't happen again.

You don't want to forget.

No, no, no.

Yes, I want to forget.

Since he learned I have a boyfriend, Don Mateo has ignored me.

So you'll forget because he hasn't looked at you again. Great!

And now you tell me off! My head is in such a mess now.

I won't say anything else.

Lying gets you nowhere, mother said that.

Pedro doesn't deserve this.

Clara, I have to talk to you.

- Don Mateo, I... - This is a very special day.

An important designer is coming,

everything must be perfect. Understood?

- Yes, Don Mateo. - So, no surprise visits

or people from other floors hanging around here.

- Of course. - Good.

I think we're all ready.

I hope it's enough. This has to go well.

It will. De la Riva will be delighted.

We sent the chauffeur for him...

When will he be here?

In about 15 minutes. Why?

- What are you doing? - How can I meet him like this?

After this, go downstairs. Mr. De la Riva is due any minute.

You'll be great.

Yes, you'll show him you're the best seamstress here.

As long as I don't mess up.

Good morning, ladies.

My button fell off.

- I need help. - Of course.

That suit is navy blue, isn't it?

Rita. Rita...

Oh, of course. No.

The expert can do it.

She's the best at sewing buttons.

So it fell off?

Yes, all of a sudden.

It's lucky you were here.

What will be next?

Holes in your pockets?

Control yourself, Don Alberto.

I miss you, Ana.

And I miss you.

Know what we need?

A signal. Three rings in the hall and we meet on the roof.

I won't have to rip all my suits.

This is ready.

De la Riva won't notice.

I just hope he signs.

Yes, you need a designer now.

Especially as you're getting married in two months.

Cristina told me, but to be honest,

I would rather you had.

- I didn't want to worry you. - Come on!

I'm making her dress. How could I not know?

That wedding won't happen, not in two months, not ever.

I'll get the money to pay Gerardo.

In two months?

Don Alberto, he's here.

Mr. De la Riva has arrived.

As you told me to tell you...

At least, it's the car we sent.

- I'll be out now. - Excuse me.

You and I will have dinner tonight in a restaurant.

I promise this will work out.

De la Riva, good morning. Welcome to Velvet Fashion Store.

This is Mateo Ruiz, our deputy director.

- Mr. Ruiz. - Please, Mateo.

"Mr. Ruiz" makes me feel old.

It shouldn't, manners have nothing to do with age.

I know...

It's exactly as I remembered it.

You may remember Don Emilio, our manager.

I hope you enjoy your visit.

Yes, I'm curious to know

how your designs have evolved in recent years.

That's the famous designer?

I don't know what he's going to design.

Stop gossiping and start working.

From what I see, the changes have been very few.

Fitted suits, symmetrical cuts...

Yes, it's what it is. It's classic fashion.

A polite way of saying "outmoded fashion for ladies".

They're crying out for us to change their lives.

Mateo and I can't do it alone.

That's why we called you.

We need you.

This way.

- They're coming! - Everyone to their places.

This is the workroom.

Ladies...

No, don't get up. Carry on working, please.

Raúl, these are the best seamstresses in the country.

This is Doña Blanca, the head.

Your visit is a pleasure for us.

- How many seamstresses do you have? - Eight.

All with years of experience.

- A 133/3. - We bought them six months ago.

- The best on the market. - Good material.

If you agree to work with us,

Rita will be your assistant. She's one of our best cutters.

Could you show me some of your latest creations?

Of course.

These are the last two collections.

And here are some dresses made in the workroom.

It's what I feared.

They all seem like designs by Pedro Rodríguez,

not to mention the inevitable stole by Balmain.

Who?

No, I assure you, this is all our work.

Have you ever worked with an A-line piece?

Without a waist?

Without... Well, our customers...

Our customers still aren't comfortable with sack dresses.

That's what I meant to say. The sack...

Do you like Balenciaga?

Yes, a lot.

He's the master.

He's the architect of fashion. The best, without any doubt,

but I think he should shorten the skirts. What do you think?

I don't think my opinion is worth much,

but I don't think our customers' husbands

like their wives wearing a skirt above the knee.

And their daughters?

They undoubtedly want it.

What's your name, miss?

Ana Ribera, sir.

A pleasure to meet you.

Likewise.

- And you too. - Thank you.

What did you think?

We have very good professionals, Raúl.

Cristina!

I don't believe it!

- Raúl! - It's been ages!

What a surprise.

- You look great. - A new look.

- It's been so long. - Ages.

- It's been seven years. - Too many.

Let me see you. You look beautiful.

- Really? - Beautiful.

- You're getting married? - Yes.

We're getting married in two months.

Not to me. To him.

Alberto is my fiancé.

That is a surprise.

I'll tell you everything later. You have a lot to talk about.

- I'm so happy to see you. - Me too!

Give your mother a big kiss from me.

- This way, Raúl. - I'll do that.

Bye!

Good luck with business.

Raúl, this way.

- You're radiant. - Thank you.

I think we can drop formalities.

Alberto, I thought

you were going to waste my time and I hate that,

but I'm glad it wasn't so.

I'm delighted.

We have to talk about the most important thing.

- Shoot. - But not at the heart.

I'm going to Paris in two days,

and I'd like to settle everything now.

You know my fee. Can you pay it?

Another brandy?

We're close, but I want to propose something.

You take half, plus a percentage of future profits.

- I lower my fee? - No, no.

We want you to be part of this company.

It's a wager. We bet on you and you bet on us.

Why should I risk my money?

I have lots of offers abroad, all with a set amount.

Do you have faith in your collection?

If you have as much as I do, you know there's no risk.

You'll get a set amount and a percentage of all the dresses sold.

And we'll sell a lot, I have no doubt.

If you say yes, Raúl, we sign this afternoon.

Two days. Exactly that, you'll see.

What'll I see?

Me, on the street.

First De la Riva will throw me out

and then Doña Blanca for messing up.

That witch is dying to kick me on the rear.

- I'm sorry I interfered... - No, I'm glad you did.

I got so nervous,

and just then, I could only think in French.

I'm learning it to keep up with the designers

and not look like a hick.

You know, Yves Saint "Laurence", "Givenchys".

What?

How did the visit go?

- It went well, I think. - Yes? I'm glad.

It's very important for Alberto.

Look!

This is it.

The one I want.

Isn't it beautiful?

Beautiful.

I think we have the same taste, although...

The sleeve.

- It isn't right. - I'd put a French sleeve.

I was thinking that. And the fabric?

Silk. It's Don Alberto's favourite.

How do you know?

I've worked here for years.

Our duty is to know the tastes of the Márquez family.

I'd take in the waist and make the skirt fuller.

It's incredible that I'll be the first bride

for whom you make a wedding dress, when you're so skilled.

Have you a boyfriend?

I don't mean to be indiscreet. I was asking because, if you have,

I'm sure you've thought a lot about your dress.

- A bit. - What's it like?

- It's very like this. - The cut is beautiful.

Hello.

Hello! How did it go?

What happened?

He liked my ideas, but we can't agree on fees.

If it's a question of money that can be fixed.

I'll call my father and...

No, he's done too much already for the store.

Why won't you ask for help? After the theft, it's...

I don't want your father to know about the theft or anything.

It's my business.

I have to persuade him.

I promise.

Shall we have a drink?

I'll explain Raúl to you. Thank you, Ana.

Thank you, goodbye.

- Rita! - What?

That was a clinic in Madrid. They have a place for my husband.

Luisa!

How wonderful, finally some good news today!

It must have been Don Francisco,

I've got no money to pay for a clinic.

That man is an angel.

He is.

I don't know how to thank him.

He does it because he's a good man.

Let's celebrate, OK?

Take some of this.

Thank you for coming so quickly, Gerardo.

It's always hard to say no to a beautiful woman.

You can always make me smile.

That's what it's all about.

I thought Cristina and Alberto would be here.

It's their wedding we're preparing.

What I want to discuss with you has a lot to do with them,

because this designer's visit

is more important than ever, especially

after the theft.

The theft?

What theft?

The man who broke in and took the money.

Didn't Alberto tell you?

Neither he nor my daughter.

Well, I suppose

they didn't want to worry you,

but I can't keep you in the dark about this.

After all you've done for us,

I couldn't look you in the eye knowing about this lie.

Thank you, Gloria.

It's good to know there's someone trustworthy

- inside the store. - Of course, Gerardo.

You know I'm here for you.

Just as you've been here all this time

when I've been so lonely.

It's not what we agreed.

It's true.

I was to lend you the money and leave the management to you.

- Exactly. - But that was before,

when I trusted you fully.

I know about the theft

and not because you told me.

I didn't want to bother you with a problem that wasn't yours.

Wasn't it my money they took?

This won't change our agreement. I'll repay what you lent me.

Of course,

but to do that you have to carry out

your plans for this company,

the changes that...

I can do that with the money we have.

Perfect.

I understand that you believed

you didn't have to justify how and where you spent my money.

That's why I'm here,

to tell you the deal has changed.

I want to be informed of everything.

You haven't brought much, Julián.

This isn't for Velvet.

- It's from a girl. - Yeah.

- Are you a heartbreaker? - No, she's my girlfriend's sister.

It's a transistor.

It's a transistor.

A transistor.

A transistor.

Heavens, what affection!

Great, I need to be cheered up after the designer.

Designer?

What is this?

- Why are you hugging me? - It isn't my birthday.

- It isn't, is it? - I like to see you happy.

You have to start looking at things differently.

We'll win the third cup with this!

You're the best in the world.

Thank you.

- Good morning, Don Francisco. - Good morning, Luisa.

- How are you? - Fine, fine.

I got great news. My husband is in a clinic here.

It was your doing.

I'm so grateful to you,

but it's more than enough. I'm happy just to have my job back.

It's no trouble. I said I'd help you and that's what I'm doing.

Yes.

Next time you needn't come for Doña Cayetana's dress.

Pedro can deliver it.

You know,

I like to come and see you.

Don Francisco, I...

Please forgive me.

It's a misunderstanding.

You've been so good that perhaps

you confused my gratitude with something else.

This situation isn't good for either of us.

Please, from now on,

ask Doña Blanca for another seamstress.

I hope you understand.

No, I don't.

I don't understand.

After what I said the other day,

you let me help save your husband's life

and now you don't want to thank me.

Don't even think of not seeing me again.

Miss, please.

So long.

Hello?

Hello.

I finished early and I thought I'd visit you.

Was it a good idea?

It's not a good time.

What's wrong?

I'm not in the mood.

Alberto, I'm your fiancée.

You can trust me. Why are you so worried?

The designer, you know. We won't get him.

I thought it was something more serious.

I'll call my father.

I don't want you to do that.

- What are you doing? - Wait.

- Dad? - Stop!

You've caused enough trouble.

What do you mean?

- You don't know? - No, I don't.

He wants to make decisions here, and you know why?

Someone told him about the theft.

I didn't tell him, I promise. I just wanted to help.

Then go away and stop interfering in my life!

Miss Cristina.

Miss Cristina.

Miss Cristina.

Miss Cristina.

I have the sketch of the dress.

If you don't mind, we'll see it another day.

Are you all right?

Men are...

They're so closed at times they don't listen.

It must have happened to you too.

You don't know what to do

so that things go well,

and the worst is you wonder

if they'll ever go well.

But you don't need the details, do you?

Women understand.

I saw Cristina leaving in tears.

Don't blame her, Alberto. None of this is her fault.

She doesn't know how to help you.

What's wrong?

Things are complicated for everyone.

You can't get De la Riva, you lose Cristina...

This isn't the way.

I'll fix things with Cristina.

Come along, don't lag.

Aren't you going out?

- Who with? You? - Don't be insolent.

Max doesn't even look at me.

I don't know what you did, but congratulations.

There are dozens of young men in the store, and outside.

I don't know what you saw in him.

He's fun and handsome. Or are you blind?

You'll find someone else.

You haven't since father died.

May I?

What's the prettiest woman in Spain doing?

- Why are you dressed up? - I was going to ask you out.

To a really nice place. What do you say?

Why all this generosity?

To celebrate your promotion. You're not working tonight, are you?

OK.

- I hope it's a nice place. - You'll love it.

I'll get changed now.

This way.

- Careful. - What is this?

- Can I open my eyes? - No, not yet, not yet.

Pedro!

Careful, careful. This way...

Like Blind Man's Buff.

- Pedro, stop. - Round and round.

- Stop! - That's it.

- This is Pausa. - Yes.

This is the special place?

Well, it's the private room.

- We don't come here every day. - It's the usual place.

Hey, posh people come here to the private room.

Look, Pedro...

Don't be angry. Please, don't be angry.

If I could have,

I'd have taken you to an expensive club in the centre,

but between the meal, the tips, the taxi...

I wouldn't take you in the tram.

A month's wages wouldn't pay for it.

Very well.

Another day like every day.

I thought you'd like it.

Order two martinis.

And, if you like, another two for you.

Cristina, I want to apologize. I behaved like an idiot.

You wanted to help me and...

No, no.

You're upset, and you want to do things yourself.

I interfered...

I behaved like an idiot.

It won't happen again.

- I... - I...

don't deserve you, Cristina.

You're...

the most wonderful woman in the world.

You're apologizing, aren't you?

Good evening, Alberto. I didn't think I'd see you here.

Patricia, what a surprise!

Come and sit with us.

Well, how odd to see you here. It isn't one of your haunts.

No.

- I didn't even know it existed. - It was Mateo's idea.

I'll leave you two on your own. Enjoy the evening.

Bye.

Your sister is charming.

And I want

to spend the rest of my life with you.

I want to spend the rest of my life with you.

Apologies accepted.

I love that you see things so clearly.

If we always agree like this, we'll be very happy.

And I always have to go to Doña Adela's house.

It's not that I'm afraid of dogs,

but they're not dogs. They're wolves.

I told Don Emilio to send the parcels by taxi,

I'm not going. Wasn't I right?

The second half is continuing...

You're listening to the radio? Unbelievable!

Well, you're not listening to me.

- Is this your romantic date? - We're not talking about anything!

The game continues, Gento moves forward...

I'm sorry, listen... Gento?

Clara, don't go. Listen, I'm sorry...

I'm apologizing.

- Goal! - Goal!

Goal!

Who scored? Di Stefano?

Goal! Clara, Clara.

Don't say your brother had you working until now.

Of course not. I'm not his slave.

I know that.

- Why are you still up? - I was waiting for you.

To apologize.

You apologizing?

That's new.

If you're trying to get me to help with Alberto, don't bother.

Alberto and Ana aren't together.

I followed him to a club in the centre

but he was there with Cristina.

That's impossible.

Didn't you hear me?

I saw them talking,

and from their behaviour

it didn't seem to require any effort.

Good night, mother.

How long have we known each other?

Is it a trick question?

No.

How long?

Since we were 10 or 12?

I don't remember.

Since we were 10,

at my parents' house.

Don't act surprised.

You always knew.

But you weren't interested.

My friends said I was crazy to keep waiting for you.

And now it's happening.

And I can't believe it.

What's wrong?

Ana.

Ana.

Go to sleep.

That was a long night.

Yes.

How was Cristina?

Fine.

We fixed things.

I know how you can persuade De la Riva.

I couldn't sleep and I started revising

reviews from other years and I saw this.

Two years ago his collection was rejected

because it seemed too advanced for the times, but...

- It's what we're looking for. -Yes.

If Velvet offers to bring out this collection,

he won't say no.

I love you so much, Ana.

I love you so much.

Who's there?

Maximiliano?

Are you crazy? What's all this racket?

I'm sorry.

What are you doing in the girls' corridor at this time?

- Were you seeing Carmen? - No, I wasn't seeing Carmen.

You asked me not to. I was looking for the first aid kit.

It's in the workroom.

And look at me when I speak to you.

What happened to you?

It's nothing.

Are you going to tell me or keep pretending?

So now you care?

Your problems are your business.

This is a decent house.

We don't want layabouts or criminals here.

I've got debts. This doesn't concern you.

If it affects the store, it does.

I should have thrown you out for making that racket.

You're starting to behave like a real mother.

How was your romantic date?

Memorable. Know what he did?

He took me to Pausa and listened to the game on his transistor.

What?

Look, I love Pedro,

but this relationship had got no future.

Can you imagine when we're married?

Has this got to do with Don Mateo?

Please!

If you say so.

Don't rush, it's hard to find someone as good as Pedro.

I want a man who treats me like I deserve

and not like a whist partner.

Clara.

I have to talk to you.

Then buy a transistor.

Let her go.

She walked out on me.

It was meant to be a special date.

Taking her to the usual bar isn't special.

Yeah.

What's special for your sister?

I don't understand women,

or men either,

but I think listening always works.

I listen.

Really?

Good morning.

Yes, well, recently, that's something very rare.

Don't be annoyed by my reprimands. We all have to do our best.

I understand.

I don't enjoy making you miserable.

No, of course not, you have other concerns.

I'd like to clarify about the other night.

There's nothing to clarify. You have a boyfriend.

And one who's very jealous.

Pedro isn't a gentleman,

and I shouldn't bring my personal problems to work,

but I'm going through a bad time.

What's wrong, Clara?

I'd never lied to Pedro.

I'd never deceived him, I swear.

It was just a good night kiss.

We all have moments of weakness.

And at times,

if circumstances are special,

it's impossible to resist them.

But that doesn't mean you don't love your boyfriend.

Does it?

But if you have doubts, it's best to make certain.

Or do you want to spend your life with the wrong man?

Now that that's sorted,

will you make a reservation for me tonight for two people?

"Clara with some experience".

9:30 in Alcalá, for instance?

Perfect.

Mr. De la Riva?

Excuse me?

I'm Patricia Márquez, Alberto's sister.

We're very happy you've joined the family business.

Forgive me, I didn't expect to see you dressed like that.

It's part of my management training.

But not for long.

No, seeing things from below gives you perspective.

Yes, and it helps out given our serious economic situation.

I always thought I should get rid of these sketches.

This collection is different, Raúl.

Just look at the line, the cuts...

It's inspiring, it's fresh. This is what I'm looking for.

If you sign with us, all the fashionable clubs in Madrid

will be full of beautiful women dancing in your dresses.

Trust me.

Tell me something, Mr. Márquez,

how can I sign if you're not honest with me?

We've left behind formalities.

What I said about your designs is true...

No, I don't doubt that,

because I know perfectly well how I work,

but we should trust each other,

and we don't because you haven't told me the truth.

What do you mean?

I've learned that Velvet

is going through an economic crisis.

- I don't know who told you-- - Your sister.

Your sister told me.

It's true we were in a bad situation, but that's in the past.

You will get paid without any problem.

I'll explain something to you.

Nothing hurts a designer more than a collection that is never seen,

and he'd do anything to get it back,

but I would never compromise

my artistic integrity and my work,

and I'd never work with someone who deceives me.

I'm sorry I wasn't honest, it won't happen again.

But it's late and I don't believe you.

I won't work with a company

that tricks me before the contract is even signed.

De la Riva, please wait.

- I don't work with liars. - Let me explain.

There's nothing to explain. I'm sorry, Cristina.

Dinner tonight?

No, I think not.

And I've an early morning flight to Paris.

That's perfect.

If you're leaving tomorrow morning, you have to eat tonight.

Don't say ten years of friendship don't merit a dinner.

You can't refuse me.

Soup.

You look very pretty.

I'll send my chauffeur at 8:00 to pick you up, OK?

Very well.

Thanks for trying, but I doubt it will help.

My mother always said that the big decisions

are never taken in offices. Trust me.

- The drawers.... - Good morning. May I?

- What is it? - Be quiet and walk.

You're hurting me.

You're useless. You can't even keep your mouth shut.

What are you talking about?

How could you be so stupid

as to tell De la Riva we have no money?

You want to ruin us?

I thought he knew.

- It's no secret we were robbed. - Are you stupid?

I tell the police to say nothing and you tell the first person you meet.

It's your fault. You should have told me.

You're a rude, spoiled child. I won't let you destroy Velvet.

You hear?

- Don't threaten me. - Or what?

Doña Blanca,

I need Ana to do me a favour. May I borrow her?

Of course.

Ana.

Stop what you're doing and go with Miss Cristina.

Thank you.

Good evening, Elvira. Did Doña Gloria say I was coming?

Yes, Miss Cristina.

She said you can make full use of the house.

Wonderful. It's a very important dinner,

everything must be perfect.

- You said six diners. - Yes, six.

Tell the girls to use a linen tablecloth,

a plain one, we don't want any distractions.

What shall I prepare?

We don't have time to prepare the menu

so call Lhardy and order minestrone,

egg vol-au-vents with truffles and sole meunière.

And Alberto will see to the wine.

Right away.

May I have your coat?

That isn't necessary. Thank you.

- Like it? - It's beautiful.

- You know who it's by? - Of course.

Raúl De la Riva, from last year's collection.

- He's coming for dinner. - Really?

I lost a bit of weight this year,

so if we adjust the waist that will be enough.

This fabric is very strong.

It might bell out too much and he'll notice.

What do you suggest?

Unstitch it behind, fold it in a little

and remove volume without touching the waist.

Go ahead.

You really know his collections.

He's a genius.

Not just the patterns, it's the fabrics and colours too.

I think he'll be one of the greats.

Tonight we have to get him to work for us.

Let's hope.

Come on, we'll try this.

It's wonderful.

Clara, I'm sorry.

I know I didn't behave well the other night

- but I've got a surprise. - You've given me enough surprises.

This is the kind that girls like.

- Tonight I-- - I have a dinner date.

- Who with? - None of your business.

It is, you're my girlfriend.

- And I come after everything else. - What?

Football, the European Cup, you name it.

No. Will you listen?

I have to finish this report before I leave.

- Don Mateo. - Pedro.

Lucrecia, this is Clara, my secretary.

A pleasure.

She made the reservation. At what time?

Did you forget?

Forgive her. She's new and can't keep much in her head.

- It was at 9:30. - 9:30.

Can you order us a taxi in ten minutes' time?

Of course.

Make it 20.

We'll wait inside.

Clara, I don't know what I'd do without you.

Why do I want it when it's much better to listen to you?

Why do you love me, Pedro?

Didn't you like it?

Why do you love me?

I love you...

because I love you.

You don't choose it.

You feel it and that's it.

How much do you love me?

A lot.

I love you a lot.

I love you more than my life.

You are the most beautiful lady on this planet.

- What? - Do you mean that?

Have you looked in a mirror?

Clara, Clara!

Clara, Clara!

I'm going to iron it.

- Well? - We're finishing now.

This has to go well, Ana.

He has to say yes.

If he didn't hate me, it would be easier.

I should have been honest from the start.

- Even I hate me. - I don't hate you.

Because I've fooled you.

Make the most of it while you can.

Alberto,

- De la Riva is here. - I'll be down now.

May I get you a whiskey, brandy?

Gin and tonic, thank you.

Good evening.

Forgive the delay,

but on such a special occasion, I had to match up.

You look beautiful.

I bought it last year in Paris

and everyone has asked me about it.

I want you to meet Ana.

Ana?

Come in.

She is one of the seamstresses in Velvet.

Yes, we met yesterday.

And she surprised me very pleasantly.

- Thank you. - Elvira,

set another place. Ana is dining with us.

Miss Cristina, thank you, but I don't think it's suitable.

Ana must be tired. She might prefer to sleep.

What?

And miss the chance to talk with her favourite designer?

Is that true?

Yes.

With my cousin Genoveva and Marquitos Rubial!

Remember, Dad?

And Cristina wanted to defend me, in vain.

Later, she went to the bathroom

and came back with the skirt two inches shorter.

Sr. Ángela almost had a heart attack!

She even called home.

She said I was "a lost soul".

She looks so innocent and she fools everyone.

If you're such good friends, why haven't you met up more?

Life, I suppose.

We followed different paths.

Raúl went to Paris and changed his surname.

To be accepted there you must have a good name,

and while it hurts my father,

Rivelles is not an international name.

Working in Paris must be fascinating,

but it's a pity your designs don't sell here.

Tell that to the store owners, they won't use them.

Some are trying.

Maybe others don't because they're not sure they'll sell.

It's a reasonable opinion.

No one wants to invest their money

in a business that doesn't generate sales.

Yes, it's unfortunate Spain is so backward,

and not just in fashion.

The French, for instance, think Dior is antiquated.

Times change, and customs too. That's what we must achieve.

But, thank God, some customs remain forever.

I don't agree, with all respect, Gloria.

Women, for example, aren't the same now as before.

- You certainly aren't. - I'm not the only one.

Women today travel, study...

We're crying out for an air of freedom,

and your designs inspire that.

And now you'll say

that if I work in Velvet all women will see that.

Well, we won't need to go to Paris to buy your dresses.

Raúl, we know each other.

You don't work only for money.

You work because you want to change things.

It hasn't to do with money. It has to do with trust.

To do business with someone, you can't lie.

At times, to get people to value your talent,

you're obliged to hide certain information.

In that, Alberto and you are very similar.

You're the two most talented people I know.

Without counting my father.

She's always been an enchantress.

I'm just fighting for what I care about.

Raúl, if you don't sign with Alberto, you'll regret it,

and then don't say I didn't warn you.

Very well, I don't want any regrets.

I'll create a collection for Velvet.

You won't regret it. I assure you.

You're very lucky. You're marrying a great woman.

Pedro.

Clara.

I hope you know what you're doing.

Where are you going?

It's none of your business.

I asked where you're going.

You know I've got things to sort out.

Here, to settle your debts.

Going around with a face like that doesn't give a good image.

It's just this once. I won't give you any more,

and don't think I'm going to treat you like a son.

You're late.

What did you find out?

I did what you asked.

I went into her room, but I warn you, just once.

I was seen in the girls' corridor, it was a close thing.

But you managed, didn't you?

She's got a lot of money in one of her savings books.

I suppose her job has its rewards.

When will you start winning her over?

I've done it.

By the way,

you nearly broke my nose.

I work with my face, remember?

Excuse me.

You want another?

We have to speak.

- I have to go. - Just for a minute.

- Leave me alone. - Listen to me.

Listen to me, Luisa.

Let's be clear:

your husband has a hospital bed thanks to me.

And I'm grateful.

You think I care?

If you want him to stay there

and you to keep your job,

meet me here.

The day after tomorrow.

At 9:00.

Don't be late.

How do you feel being part of the decoration?

Your brother got what he wanted.

I don't care.

He won't get away with it.

What did you discover?

You were right.

I saw him kissing Ana.

I knew it.

I'll end this farce when I want.

It would be your word against his.

Everyone knows you're fighting, they won't believe you.

Ladies!

Gerardo!

Now you have a good reason for going to work.

If you don't need me, I'll go.

- Of course, thank you. - Shall I run you back?

- No, I'll get the bus. - It's no trouble.

- Thank you, but no. - I'll see you tomorrow.

- Good night. - Good night.

Good night.

Dior is so antiquated!

Are you happy?

What you did was incredible.

No, no.

What "we" did.

You're a great businessman and I'm an enchantress.

I owe you one.

I love you.

It can't be easy to be close to Cristina,

pretending you love her, and not confuse reality.

I understand you want to keep away.

No, I'm not at all confused.

I want to be with Ana.

If you say so.

- What's wrong? - I saw you kissing her.

- I won't wait. - What do you mean?

Do it tomorrow.

Blanca doesn't trust me enough to give me her money.

Your image of poor abandoned son has worked so far.

Use it.

- If I don't pay, they'll kill me. - When are they coming?

- Tomorrow. - I'll see to it.

I've rented an apartment.

Meeting your boyfriend?

- It's none of your business. - I'd like it to be.

You're more fun than any of the girls I know.

Let go of me, please. I'll do anything you ask.

Don't make a scene.

It wouldn't be good for your job.

Your idea of working here was a spoiled child's tantrum.

You don't understand your place here.

Maybe you don't know that. As for not knowing my place,

we'll see.

- Ana, I'm sorry. - Don't worry.

I hear she's leaving tomorrow evening.

I hope to give her her present before she leaves.

If I tell you where she'll be at midnight?