Gema shares her suspicions about Don Agustín with Joaquín: they must consider alternative avenues for adoption. Marta, after learning who the new occupational safety specialist really is, tries to vent to Pelayo, but his reaction isn't what she expected. Pelayo, worried about what Ruiz did to Marta and Fina, wants Damián to assure him that the detective won't pose a threat to him. Irene learns of Joaquín and Gema's adoption plans. Herrera makes an important confession to Irene. Digna finds more and more reasons to say "I do" to Don Pedro. María learns that Luz prevented her from being prosecuted for what happened at the foster home, and wants to thank her. Andrés apologizes to Marta for allowing her father to hire Ruiz. Damián laments to Manuela: he feels increasingly alone.

Despite Andrés's efforts to stop her, Begoña seems determined to leave the De La Reina house. Damián, to show his support, offers Luz an exam to obtain her medical degree. Fina, concerned about the detective's past, asks Marta to please take action on the Ángel Ruiz matter. Andrés wants to make it clear to María that, even if they remain married, they will never be a real couple. Ángel Ruiz takes another big step in the investigation into Don Pedro. Luis seems to have found the perfect perfume for Galerías Miranda. Sparks fly during Raúl's first driving lesson for María! Gema receives tragic news from her hometown. Damián is devastated after seeing Digna's engagement ring to Don Pedro for the first time.