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Thanks to Carlos, Velvet Fashion Store

will be designing the new uniforms for Airsa Airlines.

I've summoned you here to tell you who will be designing the uniforms.

Ana Ribera. From tomorrow I want her at my disposal.

We need a new workshop manager and with your experience

you'd be perfect.

- I worked with your father. - Tell me about him.

He was capable of any sacrifice in order to achieve his dreams.

- Can I help you? - Yes.

I'm the new workshop manager.

I know everything. Did you think we wouldn't find out?

- Is this true? - The complaint is, not the plagiarism.

Raúl! What happened? Where are you?

Your brother was clever.

That woman is still alive, she's here and she wants to steal all that's ours.

She'll get nothing, because now it will all be yours.

I'd like to clarify things with you, Isabel.

There's nothing you can take from me.

- Who do you think you are? - The owner of everything.

I know exactly what women like you need,

so why waste more time?

Bárbara is one of the most suspicious women I know. She mustn't find out.

Have you decided to become her new best friend?

- Is everyone gone? - Except for us.

I'd like you to understand that we have a good time together but...

Nothing else. We agree.

I don't want any misunderstanding.

- Rita, I can't wait anymore. I... - Pedro?

Remember Adolfo?

- You two are dating, right? - I don't know, Pedro.

- Love is a hard thing to define. - Did you say love?

Tomorrow, you and me in a room at Cibeles.

- Are you going to sleep with him? - Would that be a problem?

No.

- I had a lovely time. - That's what friends are for.

I think we can't be friends.

- Just as well you improvised. - I didn't improvise.

I'm seeing someone.

- Thank you for a marvellous evening. - Thank you.

You came and picked me up, took me to a lovely restaurant,

and now you've brought me back.

Can I kiss you goodnight?

Alberto!

- I'm sorry to interrupt you. - No, don't worry.

I didn't know...

that you two...

Yes, I've got hidden interests in your store apart from the uniforms.

Ana told me she's working on them.

Yes, her proposals were the best.

Thank you, but there's still a lot of work to do.

I hope you won't have a lot of overtime.

I'll try to avoid that, Carlos.

We have to prepare new sketches, Ana.

Lorenzo Palacios has suggested a more sober line.

If you could have something for tomorrow...

Of course, Don Alberto.

I won't interrupt you any further.

Wait, Ana! Don't close the door.

What are you doing here?

- Shouldn't you be in the hotel with... - Yes, with Adolfo.

When I tell you that story...

From your expression, you have a better one.

Alberto saw Carlos and me together.

Oh, Lord! How was it?

Strange, uncomfortable.

- You've got nothing to be ashamed of. - I know that, but...

- I can't help thinking... - How he'll have taken it.

If he's got any heart he'll be hurt, even if it's just a bit.

But, you know, I hope he does.

That way, he'll realize what he's lost.

Forgetting or celebrating?

The only reasons for being in a bar at this time.

May I?

What? Don't you dare answer?

I'm not the only one drinking alone.

- I could ask you the same question. - Celebrating.

There's always time for a drink when you're toasting because...

You can drink alone at this time.

A woman shouldn't be in a place like this without male company.

And here I am.

Now it's your turn. Forgetting or celebrating?

The first more than the second.

Sounds complicated.

Believe me, my wife is wonderful. She's...

She's perfect, and I wish I loved her with all my heart, but...

- She isn't that other woman. - No, she isn't that other woman.

I've just found out she's rebuilt her life.

She has a boyfriend.

I observe her and she seems brave, determined, like she used to be.

I should be glad, but I'm not.

No, I'm not.

I'm not glad. She smiles, but not for me.

I didn't know that tonight I'd meet of the few romantics left.

Don't believe everything I tell you.

- Am I bothering you? - No, not at all.

You're a species in extinction,

and in a way I feel privileged.

I used to take refuge in my work,

but an idiot took everything

and left me with just a minor job that doesn't motivate me.

Why am I telling you this?

Because you don't know me.

I suppose it's easier for a stranger not to judge you

and she might give you a magic solution to all your problems.

I suppose so.

But you met the wrong woman.

Really, you have no idea how ridiculous and selfish you sound.

I tell you my life and you insult me?

You really believe that life led you here?

Because from what I've heard, you did it yourself.

That's what growing up is.

That, and learning that happiness depends on yourself.

Do yourself a favour.

Stop regretting each decision and start taking responsibility for them.

Excuse me.

Good night.

Young ladies, wake up.

You've got an hour to get ready and be at your posts.

Doña Elena, why don't you go first?

Why? You've been waiting longer.

But we're not in a hurry, are we?

No, no.

Very well then, I'll go. Thank you.

Thank you.

Why does she need the bathroom? You gave her enough soft soap.

You have to have friends even in hell. We don't know what she's like.

You know nothing about life.

May I? May I?

We just signed a piece of paper in Cuba.

It's a matter of getting used to it.

No one is allowed to leave and go to their room,

time off is only given for a serious family matter,

and when there is a special order the girls organize themselves in shifts.

Are people happy at their work here?

They have accommodation and work. Why wouldn't they be?

Because the industrial revolution ended long ago.

Come along, hurry up.

We have to get them out before the doors open.

Don Enrique's orders.

If Mr. De la Riva could see all this...

- Yes, Don Alberto? - Don't pass me any calls

and I don't want to see anyone.

Not even an old friend?

Raúl!

A rough night?

I thought you were in Paris.

- What are you doing here? - Well...

- Alberto... - We have a visitor.

Raúl De la Riva. Have you come to say hello?

Look...

These papers prove I never plagiarized my old partner.

Judicial decision and expert's report.

I'm delighted it was all sorted out.

It's a pity it couldn't be settled before we had to hire a great designer.

I have an offer in Harrods. I'm going to London.

-I only came to silence tongues. -An offer in Harrods?

- And I see you succeeded. - We have to celebrate. A drink?

- Not just any one. - No, indeed. A good bourbon.

- Enrique, want one? -Won't you stay for a drink?

Oh, Enrique,

good luck with Lorenzo Palacios. He hasn't designed in a long time.

You'll need it when he fills your windows with rust.

Did I tell you how much I missed you?

Coming from you, it's never enough, Mateo.

So, Harrods...

Yes, per diems, freedom to choose my team,

free weekends. What more can I ask?

I'm glad your talent is being recognized.

You always recognized it.

It took you a little longer.

But I don't like that it had to end like this.

Well, fortunately it's over.

And it's been exhausting.

So tonight I want the three of us to celebrate in the Pausa.

- It's a deal. - Excuse me...

Cherie! Into my arms...

- Is this because you missed me? - Some more than others.

I've missed you too. And there's someone else who missed you.

But...

Ana, what have you done? You look divine!

Thank you.

- I'm designing the Airsa uniforms. - What?

A lot of good things have happened since I left.

You have to tell me everything.

Young ladies...

Raúl!

Mr. De la Riva, what a surprise.

You're a lot thinner!

You went away without saying goodbye!

Young ladies, above all, restraint.

Lovely hair style, Doña Blanca.

I was given some good advice.

I don't know you. I'm Raúl.

Elena Valle.

- A pleasure. - Likewise.

- We have two workshop managers now. - Well, not exactly.

I see there's been a revolution down here too.

Everything's happened. We even had a rat in here!

No! That's disgusting! A rat!

I hope you saved the Paris fabrics!

- Yes? - And Don Emilio!

It was a little mouse.

Just a little mouse.

I wouldn't let them make this racket if the occasion didn't deserve it.

Welcome, Mr. De la Riva. It's a pleasure to see you again.

The pleasure is all mine, Don Emilio.

Truly.

I've missed you all so much!

Me, me!

So I said to him: This marble or none.

And your brother agreed.

I don't know. Recently, he's more attentive than ever.

Cristina?

I'm sorry. I was miles away.

You know that since we came back from Rome

I haven't had my...

- That's wonderful news! - Hush, hush.

It's too soon to get excited. But can you imagine if I was...

If you were, we'd be the envy of the golf club.

I with Lourditas, you with Alberto Junior.

We have to go and see Dr. Salas. He's wonderful.

But first we'll go to the store. I want to tell Alberto.

I haven't told him yet and the last time I saw him we argued.

And there's nothing better than news like this to fix things.

Trust me.

- Come and swim! - No, I'm expecting and it's very cold.

Come in.

Good morning.

Good morning.

I waited up until late last night

- but you didn't even come home. - I had a lot of work.

I called the office but no one answered.

I went out to eat. Is this an interrogation?

No!

No, of course not, but you could have told me.

I told you, I had a lot of work.

Palacios and your brother threw out the idea for the collection,

as if I didn't count and he knew about fashion.

What does he know?

Tell me.

I thought you'd come because of the good news.

Raúl is back. His name was cleared, but maybe you don't believe that.

How dare you?

Where is he?

I want to see him.

He's downstairs.

It seems things didn't go as you'd hoped.

I didn't tell him. I prefer to wait till I'm sure.

Come on, I want to go to the workroom.

To the workroom? What for?

Young ladies,

the last time, I didn't leave

like a gentleman. I didn't say goodbye.

But if I had,

I would have told you that for me

it was a real pleasure to work with you.

You can't imagine how much.

Well, young ladies, back to work.

- Hello. - Hello.

How are you, Bárbara? You look wonderful.

Much better than the last time I saw you.

With no excess baggage now.

- How's the baby? - She's great, Raúl.

How are you?

Alberto told me that things were sorted out. I'm glad.

Raúl, I wanted...

I don't want to rake over the past, Cristina.

Come to dinner at the house. Please.

I have plans for tonight.

We'll celebrate your news.

Alberto and I would be delighted.

No.

There'll be soup.

Hello?

Speaking.

From Radio Continental?

What?

Give me one single reason not to kill you right now!

What is this?

I signed her up for the radio talent contest.

- Does Luisa sing? - Like an angel.

I didn't know. You kept it very quiet.

- Because I'm not a singer. - Truce!

I need silence to finish these sketches. Look at what you did to them.

- Don't you like singing? - No.

- Really! - Well, yes, I do,

like everyone does, for fun.

When you came out of mourning, didn't you want to start over again?

Yes, do it, and we can meet Veronica Lago.

I heard on the radio that she's the judge.

And you could use the prize money, couldn't you?

OK, but even if I accept, there's a problem.

The contest is tomorrow and it's in English.

- What? - Yes.

We need someone who speaks English and can give you a hand.

Help her, go on, but get out. I have to work. Move.

- Go on. - I hope you're happy now.

I think I've got just the teacher for you.

You've really gone crazy.

Your studies in London must be of some use.

Yes, for business, not for playing school with your friends.

- Are you still angry about your mother? - No.

No, I'm not, but that doesn't mean I've forgotten it.

You know I'm the most impatient man in the world,

and spending the whole night teaching Luisa won't be much fun.

Well, it's that or nothing. Neither today nor the rest of the week.

If that's what you want...

You just have to teach her the words of the song in English.

- No. - And we could go to the contest

- and meet all the radio stars. - That's what interests you.

Is that so bad?

The great Veronica Lago will be there and I love her.

Do you know who she is? She's judging the contest.

Yes, I know her name from the film posters.

As well, I promise to pay for your services, teacher.

But I'd like an advance.

I've got into a real mess. Heaven help me.

Very well, Carlos, yes. I'll see you later.

'Bye.

Don't say the meeting is postponed.

Carlos rang to confirm it. He'll be there too.

- Good, another familiar face. - He's Ana's new boyfriend.

Carlos?

Yes, Carlos.

I had the same reaction.

Last night I went to see Ana about the sketches

and the two of them were kissing, in the alley.

What?

That's why you were changing here. You didn't go home.

I went for a drink.

And the time passed.

I know what you're thinking, it's not that.

I'm worried about Ana.

What do we know about Carlos?

He's a friend of Enrique.

They get on well. Not great references.

- What? - Nothing.

Even if he was the Pope's cousin you'd disapprove.

It was bound to happen. Ana's rebuilding her life.

What did you think? That she'd sit on the shelf?

Don Alberto, Miss Patricia is here for the shareholders' meeting.

We're all here.

- Gloria isn't. As far as I-- - My mother isn't coming.

She's left me all her shares. I control her part of the company too.

I've brought these documents if you want to see them.

Why didn't she come and tell us?

She didn't want to cause a fuss.

Gloria isn't the kind to miss an opportunity like that.

What can I say? She wanted to retire.

The years go by, she was sick of the city.

Don't take us for idiots, Patricia.

- I don't think your mother-- - I don't care what you think.

Those documents are very clear.

I now control 40% of this company, the same as Enrique.

This just confirms the generational change that my father started.

I have nothing more to say.

Well, I do.

I think I can choose what I want to do in the company.

Have you anything in mind?

I want to work with Lorenzo Palacios.

I know about fashion, I think I could be useful.

It might be too soon for you to take on that responsibility.

- If you're jealous-- - It's not jealousy.

You've never had that kind of responsibility.

You doubt me, as our father would have done.

I can do it, Alberto, just as I could start from the bottom.

I have no problem in having you here with me.

Very well.

At least you know about fashion. Enrique doesn't.

So do we all agree?

Perfect.

I thought there were no secrets between us.

Enrique, please.

You may not realize but you have more shares--

Than Alberto, yes.

And you're also a Márquez.

With my votes and yours, you could be the new director of Velvet.

You know something?

In business, as in everything,

haste is never pleasant.

So, all in good time.

Today, our time has an owner.

Mr. Palacios.

I'm sorry I'm late. It's not my custom.

Enrique, Miss Márquez...

Don't worry. That gave us time to adjust our plans.

And Miss Patricia has some wonderful ideas.

Indeed?

Come on, Adolfito, we don't have all morning.

Salustiano...

Well... Oh, you look awful.

A difficult night, right?

It must be worry. That always happens to me.

- Pedrito... - Yes?

I'm not in the mood.

Wait, wait, wait, wait...

Just a minute.

That's it, like that.

In your mouth.

- Hi. - Hello.

Pedro,

I know you have to supervise but can you leave us alone a minute?

Alone?

- To be honest-- - Yes or no?

Yes, of course, I'll get the last load.

But I'll be right back.

Sorry.

You must be worn out every day with the boxes, right?

Rita, I've got a lot of work so if you've got nothing to say...

Rita...

It's bad when you call me Rita.

I understand that you're angry about last night

and I should have thought about it more and not seen you in...

What I wanted to tell you...

...is that...

- I was sure that-- - Stop, stop.

Stop.

I realize that women need more time for these things, and it's OK.

- I really like you. - Yes?

I don't want this to be ruined because we rushed it.

Do you agree, blondie?

Blondie... You see, that's much better.

If you stand me up again, don't do it in a hotel.

It cost me a week's wages.

Oh, always counting pesetas. I don't like misers.

I prefer romantics.

- I've got lots of that. - You do?

Come here and I'll show you!

Good afternoon, Doña Elena. I hope I'm not interrupting.

Good afternoon. And no, not at all.

Are you getting used to the store?

Well,

to be honest, if I were ten years younger

I'd manage much better.

But, heavens,

having work at my age is,

at the very least, a reason for dancing on the street.

So I'd like to thank you because, for me,

this is an opportunity that...

Don Alberto,

Don Emilio said you wanted to speak to me.

Yes, to both of you.

The start of the Airsa collection won't be as soon as we thought.

And as Doña Elena is here,

I thought you could start co-managing the workroom now.

That way, you have less work, and you can adapt to our methods,

- to the girls in the workroom. - Perfect.

Wait.

- Hello. - Hello.

I wanted to show you some sketches I've done.

Very well.

Alberto, I wanted to talk to you about Carlos.

That isn't necessary. I'm happy for you.

I'd lower the skirt a bit,

just a little bit,

half an inch,

and

make it...

tighter.

At this rate, they won't be able to breathe.

Lorenzo wants them to look more elegant.

Yes, and less comfortable

and more classic. That's all you've said.

Have you any suggestion, Miss Designer?

We could achieve both things by leaving the skirt just above the knee.

They're going to work, not to a party.

Maybe Lorenzo's right. This firm is traditional, conservative.

Its clients are like that.

I don't like this either.

Why are we doing it? Aren't you project manager?

- Shouldn't you believe in it? - Believe in it?

Welcome to the real world.

And if the client wants straw jackets, will he get them too?

They'd be quite a sight!

And they'd itch.

They certainly would!

- I'm sorry to interrupt. - Hello.

Hello, Carlos.

I hope you're hungry. Our reservation is in ten minutes.

Of course, I'll just tidy up here.

Don't worry, I'll do that. You'll lose your table.

Thank you.

Thank you.

- See you tomorrow. - 'Night.

- I'm glad you're here. Dinner is-- - I'm not staying.

I'm meeting Raúl in the Pausa.

- The majority shareholder! - That's right.

I love it!

Raúl?

More than one male customer will miss those legs.

- Idiot! - What about the Pausa?

Surprise!

Cristina invited me to dinner and I just couldn't refuse.

Thank you.

It was hard for me to come back to Velvet

and I'm not leaving for London without closing some wounds.

So this is an evening for talking a lot,

like in the old days, without taboos.

- Shall we go? - Let's go.

Hello, is Jonás there?

Jonás, this is your cousin Pedro.

How are you? I've got some good news.

You're coming to the capital, so pack your bag.

Yes, as sales assistant.

Yes, well, first you have to see Don Emilio,

but I've got it all fixed.

Yes.

Well, no, no... Are you coming?

OK, I'll be expecting you.

OK then, goodbye, Jonás.

Rita! Rita!

Rita, guess who I've just been...

talking to.

Well, who was it?

His wife and child, of course.

He always has that stupid look when he talks to them.

How are they?

They're wonderful. I'm dying to see them.

- When are you going to see them? - Soon, very soon.

But I'm short of money now.

There are lots of expenses for the wedding, flowers, the dress...

But you don't have to prepare the dress.

Yes, I know, but have you ever got married?

I have, and I'm getting married very soon.

And as I see lots and lots of dresses,

- Rosa María trusts my opinion. -Rita.

Well, well, shall we go?

Yes. I have to go.

- I'll see you tomorrow. - I have a crick in my neck!

- I'll see you. - Where are you going?

- To school. - That's good.

What are you doing?

All right, this is the song I chose.

I didn't know I'd have so many pupils.

All right, Luisa, listen to how I read the first line.

Hey, I've got the lyrics here and it doesn't say that.

Rita, this is how it's pronounced. All right?

The important thing is to remember how I say it.

So, the "E" is "I".

- That what's "A"? - "A" is "A" or "EI"

or it's a mixture of "E" and "A"...

Wouldn't it be easier with just one "A"?

- How do you know which it is? - You know, Rita, you know.

With practice, listening, you just know.

- Let's focus on the lyrics. - Oh, well,

if you learn how to say the vowels and the other letters, that's--

The excellent students, out!

Out! Out.

- Me too? - Especially you. Out.

It was that or kill them.

All right, Luisa, we'll make it simpler.

If you want to win this contest, just read this exactly as I write it.

Your boyfriend has quite a temper.

Yes, because throwing you out is one thing, but me...

I'm not going to sit here waiting. Shall we go for a drink?

Wait, I hear something.

Music! I hear music!

What did you expect to hear? Come on.

To the Pausa? You can pay, you earn more.

That excuse is getting old.

Hey, Max, I bet you're happy I'm back.

You don't have to do all this stuff.

But I had less time to think.

I didn't know you were one of those intellectuals.

No, I'm not an intellectual. I'm more of an idiot.

Well, an idiot...

I'm the idiot, the biggest one. If I told you...

You're the one who matters now, so tell me.

I'm an idiot, only an idiot would fall in love with a woman who doesn't...

- Who doesn't... - I know all about that.

The important thing is...

How do you know she doesn't love you?

No...

She just wants what she wants.

Of course. And what does she want?

Sex.

She just wants sex.

But... you...

But you can't feel bad about that.

I mean, I'd be very happy about that.

That's why I'm an idiot.

That's not being an idiot, Max.

Seriously. Being an idiot is

seeing the woman you love on another man's arm,

one day, and another day, and another,

and another, and another, and another,

and one morning and another and another.

And on, and on, and on, and on.

And they hold hand, and hold hands, and hold hands again.

And there's nothing you can do.

But you're the important one here.

Have you looked at yourself in a mirror?

Have you seen your face?

If I were you,

I wouldn't let even one woman get away.

Not one.

Come on!

I'm going to bed,

in case anyone asks me for sex or any of that.

May I come in?

What do you want?

If you're still worried about Lorenzo, you needn't be.

I cancelled my date with him.

Do as you wish.

Are you going to keep on like this?

I've had a hard day. Doña Elena is...

You don't want more than we have, but I always have to be available.

Max, please...

What? Have I said something that isn't true?

Do we have to discuss this here? Someone might see us.

And that would be unacceptable, right?

Blanca, I'm tired.

I'm tired of you using me when you want.

You set the limits, I didn't.

It's best if you go, Doña Blanca.

Very well. Good night.

No one would dare interrupt two classmates.

I spoke to your mother.

I'm sorry I doubted you and your intentions.

I apologize.

I only hope you work hard for the legacy father left us.

Our father never did anything for me. Why should I?

Don't say that. He worried about you.

It's incredible that you still have these photos.

Just look at us!

Forgive me.

Raúl, what happened on my wedding day...

I was scared of what people would say.

And I was thinking about my father.

- About all the effort he'd made. - Don't make it worse, Cristina.

What you did was very disappointing.

You worked very well in the store. Everyone said so.

Now you'll have to take very important decisions.

So that's what worries you. Knowing which side I'm on.

Neither one nor the other, Alberto,

and I have no interest in being involved in your war with Enrique.

But you are.

You have 40% of the shares. I'm worried we're not in the same boat.

Don't worry about that.

I know it's normal in older brothers,

but this was always beyond you.

So let's be grateful I can look after myself.

Really, I came here tonight to open your eyes.

You've been deceived for a long time.

What are you talking about?

Your brother Enrique tried to destroy me.

Enrique just wanted to save Velvet's image.

By sending false evidence to the prosecutor?

That can't be true.

I can't prove it,

- but I know for definite he did it. - Why would he do that?

Because he would do anything to make life impossible for Alberto.

Cristina, I have nothing to gain by lying to you.

Think about it.

I have to tell Alberto.

Let's leave Alberto in peace.

He's got a lot on his plate now.

If I didn't say anything this morning it's because

I don't want to make things worse.

But you had to know.

Everything OK?

Everything's perfect, except that I've got no wine.

I'll bring you a bottle.

I'm sorry.

Are you sure that dress goes with that belt?

You think not? Should I change?

Maybe with a jacket...

Rita, I'm really nervous, I'm in no mood for jokes today.

Ana, I saw your designs. If they like them half as much as I did,

they'll end up calling this place "Ribera Fashion Store".

What's this?

- They're for you. - For me?

Ana, do you see? Someone sent me flowers.

- I love them so much. - They're beautiful.

There's a card!

- No, no, don't read it! -Yes, yes, yes.

"Some flowers for the prettiest flower of all.

Have a wonderful day. Adolfo".

It looks like the handyman is a real romantic!

You idiot.

I always gave Rosa Mari tulips, because tulips smell much better.

And in "Sgurtan", I always gave her bouquets every day,

in the morning, the afternoon, and she was delighted.

- What are you waiting for, a tip? - No. I'm going now.

Put them in water because they might die.

That boy is stupid.

- He's jealous. - Come on...

Here, you have to get water.

- Roses for roses. - For a flower.

Come in.

Doña Elena, what a surprise.

Is anything wrong?

No, no, no.

But as today we're presenting the sketches of the uniforms,

I wanted...

to wish you luck.

Thank you.

Don't be nervous. You've done this 1,000 times.

No, I'm not nervous.

Yes, I am a bit.

But the day I'm not nervous I'll retire, believe me.

Your father used to say that.

I'm sorry, I didn't know you were here, Doña Elena.

I was just leaving.

So are we, Mr. Ortega is due any time.

You'll do very well.

Thank you, Doña Elena.

- All in good time. - Thank you.

Thank you.

Let's go.

Try not to faint before he arrives.

Keep the jokes for later. There's a lot at stake.

Don't worry, we're well prepared.

I bet Ortega learned about fashion going with his mother to buy corsets.

Don't relax, Mr. Ortega is serious and demanding.

Good Lord. No corsets. Expensive lingerie.

- Sara, what a surprise. - Enrique.

- We were expecting your father. - Yes, an urgent meeting in New York.

He sends his apologies.

If they're accompanied by dinner, I accept them.

This is Alberto Márquez, director of Velvet.

A pleasure.

Likewise.

Mateo Ruiz, deputy director.

and Ana Ribera, the designer of the collection.

Shall we go in?

You don't need it, but good luck.

Thank you.

Comfort, quality and sobriety.

Those are the three lines we worked on for the uniforms,

and our new designer is following those lines for this season's collection.

The two would work together and make one a showcase for the other.

We've adapted our workroom to double our usual production,

at a very competitive price, of course.

Well?

This isn't what I was expecting.

Mrs. Ortega,

- what's this about? - That's what I'm wondering.

If those are your best designs, I'll sign nothing with Velvet.

But the contract is signed.

No.

It isn't.

Excuse me?

And with the work I've just seen, it never will be.

Is there nothing we can do to change your mind?

I fear not. Tonight I'm taking the train to Barcelona.

I want to work with people who believe in what they do.

And it's obvious that for you this is a minor work.

I'm sorry, Enrique.

Goodbye.

- I'm sorry. - It isn't your fault.

You said you had it all under control.

Sara is difficult. It's hard to know what she wants for her company.

We certainly didn't.

It's our fault. We showed her sketches we didn't like.

How can we expect her to like them?

Calm down. What's done is done. We'll have another opportunity.

No, we haven't lost this opportunity.

We had something we liked. We did that work.

The previous sketches?

- Do you think if she saw them-- - When, Ana?

You heard, she's going to Barcelona.

Carlos, find out when her train leaves.

We'll show her the sketches in the station.

- I'll do what I can. - Ana, find those sketches.

- What are you going to do? - You said it was all agreed.

And it was. A verbal agreement.

But before it could be signed you ruined it.

You know who ruined it? The great Lorenzo Palacios.

That woman wanted something different, and we had it.

We had it before you two interfered.

That's something we'll never know.

But we know she didn't like what she saw,

- and that's your responsibility. - Alberto, calm down.

I'm calm because my conscience is clear.

That work was your responsibility and decisions must be taken now.

Since you got here you've tried everything to humiliate me,

but I won't let you.

I know what she wants and I'll get it back.

I'll get that contract back.

...a beautiful bouquet of red roses, with this card, look.

And you go and leave him naked in the hotel room.

Rita, what a man doesn't have at home he looks for somewhere else.

It's always been like that.

Well, the singer! How was the class?

It was hard, but I think we've got it.

Sing something for us.

No, Mateo said I have to reserve my voice for tonight,

like the professionals.

- Not even a la-la-la. - No. Come on, we're late.

Lots of luck tonight, Luisa.

- What? - Your mouth is...

Maybe I told Pepita about the contest

but she would never say a word to anyone.

- What will you sing? - And what will you wear?

Blabbermouth, Pepita.

Don't make her nervous. She has to concentrate.

- Sing something for us. - Yes.

How can you ask her that?

She has to preserve her voice, like the professionals.

- This way you won't be embarrassed. - How will you wear your hair?

Stop all that.

Why all this racket?

Nothing, we were just starting work.

Won't you tell me what's happening?

Tonight, Luisa is singing in a radio contest

and we were wishing her luck.

Luisa, you never told me you sang. Congratulations.

You have to celebrate. But in 5 minutes, I want everyone at work.

And put on the radio, we don't want to miss your name when they say it.

Heavens!

That's what I call a workroom manager.

Lucifer would have had us doing overtime for a month.

What song will you dedicate to us?

So everything's fine, dear?

I'm so pleased.

No, there's nothing new here. No problems.

I have to go, dear.

Yes, we'll talk later. Take care.

Make the stitches a little thicker so the form is more consistent...

Music upsets the peace necessary for working.

The only noise allowed in here is that of the sewing machines.

The music helps harmonize the clattering of the machines.

We all end up a bag of nerves.

I won't let you insult me like that, much less in front of my employees.

But what's bothering you?

That we're all relaxed and working happily?

No, that we're all more distracted.

- The workroom is no place for fun. - Good Lord.

Since two days ago,

it isn't just your workroom.

Don't think twice about it. It'll look wonderful on you.

Dad!

- How are you? - Surprised, I won't pretend otherwise.

- Is anything wrong? - No, no, no.

But I wanted to ask you a favour.

- Should I be worried? - No, no.

It isn't anything that you can't solve.

Re-hire De la Riva?

I don't know which offends me more, that you ask that

or that you bring dad to persuade me.

If he hadn't come, you wouldn't even have listened to me.

- He was sued for plagiarism. - That was false.

Like many other things, apparently.

What do you mean exactly?

You tell me.

Did you fake evidence to accuse De la Riva?

Did he tell you that?

Why would he lie?

He's cleared his name, he was offered a job in London,

he said he won't sue Velvet.

What would he gain?

It would surprise you what people will do to harm others.

Are you speaking from experience?

I can hire someone to investigate the matter

and see if De la Riva is lying.

Is that what you want?

He's got no proof.

For your sake, I hope he never does.

I brought you both up to behave correctly.

I don't want the name Otegui mixed up in this affair.

Enrique,

I don't want that to happen.

Understood?

Very well.

I'm willing to give Raúl a second chance.

But, unfortunately, that doesn't depend only on me.

- The shareholders will have to vote. - Enrique...

No, no, you can ignore the rules if you want, but I won't do that.

Every decision must be voted on by the shareholders, right, father?

- If this is a joke, it isn't funny. - I wish it were.

But it seems your wife is absolutely determined

that Raúl should come back.

And who am I to refuse my sister anything?

This was Cristina's idea?

Idea, whim... Call it what you like.

And Lorenzo Palacios? We have a contract with him.

We'd have to compensate him.

As you see, Raúl's return would cause a lot of problems.

So I think it only right

that we vote on it.

Also because you have no option.

I vote against.

In favour.

Patricia...

Patricia,

you decide.

In favour.

Very well.

We won't make it official until he accepts.

- Please say nothing about this. - We'll have to call Raúl.

But don't worry, Enrique. I'll do that.

What was that about?

What do you mean?

I voted what I thought was best for the company.

I thought we were in this together.

Enrique,

you and I are only together in bed.

In business we each go our own way.

And now that business is over...

- Did you get her into bed yet? - Nearly.

But then she got very strait-laced.

It's harder with some than with others.

- Know what I said? - No.

That I don't mind waiting!

That always works. She's bound to give in.

Don't you ever insult Rita again!

Deliver your box and mind your own business.

First, take back what you said.

You'll just hurt yourself.

Take it back or you'll be sorry.

You started this. And you saw it.

I'm sorry, I'm so sorry, Rita, I mean it.

That's a relief. If you weren't sorry...

Fighting like two kids in school! What happened?

Did he steal your sandwich?

Or wouldn't he take your hand in the line?

- What were you fighting about? - I can't stand him, Rita.

I know that.

Since the business with the rat you can't bear him.

I know that. But really, you men are unbelievable.

Unbelievable!

But Adolfo isn't...

What?

Adolfo isn't what?

He isn't right for you.

What?

Trust me, trust me.

And who do you think is right for me?

Because I don't know if Rosa Mari is right for you.

She lives in German, you've split up and got back

so many times.

But you want to marry her, don't you?

Yes, I do.

That's all that matters.

It doesn't matter what others think, not that we're thinking anything bad.

And, as well, you're my best friend, Pedro.

If you'd try to get on with my boyfriend, it would mean a lot to me.

I promise.

Where is everyone?

- In their rooms, I suppose. - They don't finish for another half hour.

Well, Luisa is singing on a radio programme tonight.

And that's reason enough for the company to give them a free half hour.

Don't take it badly, but you're making a mountain out of a molehill.

That's not for you to judge.

Blanca, we can't leave it like this.

We certainly can't.

I explained our policy on free time very clearly on the first day.

Don Alberto also explained very clearly that we'd both be in charge.

And the girls take advantage of that to get what they want.

They can make up that half hour any time. I don't see the problem.

You have quite freely ignored the rules. That's the problem.

Outdated rules that don't benefit anyone.

They've benefited this company for thirty years.

It doesn't seem a good idea to break the established rules

the first day you arrive.

Nor is it right to deny someone dialogue

just because things have always been done a certain way.

With all respect, you are behaving like two children.

I don't know if what you need is a spanking

or to be taken by the ear to the principal's office.

What I do know is that I am not going to settle your differences.

You're more than old enough to do that yourselves.

Good afternoon.

Don Emilio is right.

I'm willing to overlook this incident

if you admit you went too far.

What?

I have the same authority as you in the workroom

- and with those girls. - They are my girls!

I've looked after them and taught them all they know.

I've given years to this workroom

and no stranger is going to snatch it away in one day.

It's incredible.

This is where you first begged me to work for Velvet and here

we meet again.

"Déjà vu", the French call it.

The last time you said yes. What will it be now?

In two hours I have a plane for London,

to sign a contract in Harrods, one that is far from austere.

We'll match it.

My hotel has a view of Hyde Park.

- The Palace is next to the Retiro. - And the Retiro is much prettier.

- Much prettier. - And Lorenzo Palacios?

You have a contract with him,

and it won't be easy or cheap to compensate him,

because if you think I'd work with him...

No, don't worry.

Enrique will do the negotiating.

Didn't you just tell me not to worry?

Well?

First I want an apology.

When the plagiarism came up,

I treated you unfairly.

I'm sorry.

Again.

I'm sorry.

Raúl...

Well? What happened?

It isn't an easy decision.

I should think about it. The wise thing would be to take

some time for reflection.

But I'm anything but wise.

Of course I'm staying.

- Thank you! I'm delighted. - So am I.

You'll understand when you see my contract.

But now I must call London and tell them not to expect me.

A difficult negotiation, my love?

Oh, well,

there'll be better days.

Don't worry, Bárbara, there's nothing Enrique can't cope with.

You're unbelievable!

Friends,

with this drunkenness of happiness, I take my leave.

The king of the party is going home so soon?

The king of the party

always has another party.

Lord, you never stop.

- I'm sorry I can't go... - I wasn't talking to you!

I have to finish this. Mrs. Ortega will be at the station soon

and Alberto says if we show her the sketches we might get the contract.

- What a night. - I'm like a jelly.

Calm down, or your voice will shake, and it'll all be a disaster.

I was just trying to help.

That's Clara.

- Are you ready? - Yes.

Let's go.

Luisa... Good luck.

Come on, we'll be late.

Anyone would think you were going to sing.

You weren't even interested, now you're more nervous than Luisa.

After all our hard work, it would be a pity.

You're all dressed up.

You have to look good on the radio.

That's what I mean. No one sees you on the radio.

What's this back here?

Look, a record by Veronica Lago.

Yes, it's mine, for my mother, so she can sign it. She's a big fan.

Yes, your mother.

You want to meet Veronica Lago. I should have guessed.

There had to be a woman involved.

I don't know what you mean.

What matters now is... Are you nervous, Luisa?

She's wonderful. This will be a piece of cake.

- God, we're going to lose. - No, we're not. You can do it.

Look, they're not bad, but you just worry about your song.

No, I am worried already.

You'll be great.

There you have them. "Susy and the girlies"

did very well there...

I have a spare hanky, if you want to drool into it.

Are you getting jealous again? I didn't even look at her.

How are those nerves?

The next one is Juan Heras.

Excuse me, Miss Lago. My name is Mateo.

Mateo Ruiz Lagasca.

I'm deputy director of the Velvet Fashion Store.

This is my card.

If you ever visit the store, ask for me.

How could I refuse such forwardness?

Did they come with you?

Yes, yes.

They work for me.

Rita, Luisa,

and Clara, my...

...secretary.

A pleasure.

- I think they're calling me. - Excuse me.

Would you mind signing this record? It's for my mother, she's a big fan.

It will be a pleasure.

He's your boyfriend, isn't he?

The moustache flirting with Veronica Lago? Yes.

You needn't worry.

I'm afraid your boyfriend isn't her type.

Everyone knows it.

Veronica Lago is... you know.

Her tastes are more...

feminine.

All the established voices on our musical scene

have come together to offer you a journey

through a wide variety of musical numbers that will bring back

many unforgettable memories.

Stay with us, don't change stations,

we guarantee you won't regret it.

What are you doing here? Are you over your anger?

I thought we might both get over it, if we went out to dinner.

- Max, I've told you 1,000 times-- - Yes, I know, you don't want dinners--

That's right. I don't want dinners,

I don't want you to defend me or to sleep with me.

You know I don't want any more than what we have.

What about what I want?

I love you, Blanca.

It's true. I'm not embarrassed to admit it.

It's what I feel for you.

Max...

I've been thinking for days that this is going nowhere.

You want certain things, I want others.

Before we hurt each other more it's best if we stop.

Whatever this was, it's over.

You can't leave me.

Yes, Max. Maybe you don't see it now but it's best for both of us.

Blanca, I...

Don't insist, please.

I'm sorry.

He's going to dislocate his hip.

The poor man hasn't a chance.

Dad, dad!

Mum wants you come home.

How often have I told you not to come here?

Tell your mother I'll be home soon.

Go home, I said!

Excuse me, it's time. Could you turn on the radio, please?

A girl from the workroom is singing now.

- Who? - Luisa.

She's divine.

Wish me luck.

Good luck.

Good luck.

Mateo...

Coming.

Coming.

It's your friend's turn.

- Are you nervous? - No, she'll do very well.

There's a question I've wanted to ask you all night.

I couldn't help noticing.

Your secretary and you... Do you work together

or is there more?

Tell me,

why are you asking?

I think it's obvious.

Well,

Veronica,

I'm very flattered you suggested this, but I'm with Clara.

However much you desire me I think that right now...

- But who knows? - Us?

I was asking for her.

Not for you.

What?

If you'll excuse me...

Her?

And I think we've come to our last contestant.

That's right, Veronica. She's Luisa Rivas.

Well, Luisa, tell us.

I can't believe it. Did you know? She...

Me? Know what?

- It wasn't me. It was you. - Mateo, I had no idea.

No, I had no idea. Clara...

Ssh! Luisa's going to sing.

...my colleagues who tricked me into coming here.

I have to tell you that Luisa has beautiful green eyes

and a wonderful sweet expression.

I'm sure her voice will transmit that. Go ahead.

Come on, Luisa, you can do it!

Show them who you are! Come on, Luisa!

Luisa has left us speechless.

Ladies and gentlemen,

after listening to Luisa Rivas, our last contestant,

we can announce that we have a winner.

And the winner is...

Luisa Rivas.

Great! Great!

Great, great, great!

So long, girls!

Thank you, thank you!

Have you got the sketches?

Yes!

- Yes. - Let's go.

Mrs. Ortega...

I didn't want you to leave without showing you something.

Something we believe in.

Are these your sketches?

Yes, well, we both did them.

It's wonderful work.

Thank you.

I'll call my father from Barcelona. I'll tell him we have a deal.

Have a good trip.

Thank you.

We did it.

We did it.

We did it!

Alberto! Put me down!

We did it!

Mr. Ortega just rang.

The Americans made a good offer, they're sending their sketches.

We'll go to New York.

You can pay for the trip yourself.

We'll sell the classics from previous collections.

The auction will be a success

and you're coming to New York to present the models.

- You won't believe it. - Believe what?

- She lost the cheque. - No, it was in my bag.

- Your bag? - I lost it.

Don Emilio...

My cousin is applying as sales assistant.

You're on trial for a week.

- I'm moving out of my mother's. - What?

I'm looking for an apartment.

Liars always get caught out.

You know what he's got? I'll tell you, a wife and child.

Cristina wants us to have an heir. I always wanted to be a father

but I don't think this is the right moment.

- What's the problem? The store? - No, the store is my life.

You're the problem, Max.

- I knew it. - What?

- There's another woman. - She thinks you're cheating.

She told me.

Then she doesn't know who it is.