EPISODE 177

 

Elsewhere,

At the community centre,

Marianna is strolling during her break time. She remembers, Aurelio's proposal to Aranza. It was sweet and Romantic. She then remembers Adrianna, Gabriela, and Anna Patricia as brides. She says to herself that as much as she would love to get married to Martin, after her past crimes it would be too awkward for his family to attend. She says that she wouldn't want to put Martin in a difficult or awkward position. She then runs a hand through her hair. She asks herself what excuse she will come up with once her sentence is done. She adds that it will be better for things to remain as they are.

Back at Montes De Alba Inc.,

Martin asks Aranza what plans she is thinking about. Aranza says that he should propose to Marianna. Martin knew Aranza says and does the craziest things, but he was still caught off-guard with that statement. He asks her what she is trying to get at with that. Aranza says that he and Marianna can get married together with Aurelio and her. Martin asks Aranza what about Marianna's sentence. Aranza says that it's not a problem. She adds that the wedding will be on a Saturday. Martin says that weddings take a lot of preparation. Aranza says that they do, and that's why she will hire someone to help.

She adds that numbers won't be crazy because they have the same group of family and friends. Martin asks her for how long she has had the idea. Aranza says that she has had it for around two days. Martin asks her what Aurelio thinks about it. Aranza admits she hasn't discussed it with him. Martin looks unsure. Aranza tells him to relax. She says that Aurelio is cool. Martin says while that is true, she still needs to talk about it with him. He adds that she also needs to consider how Hernan and Gabriela will feel about it. Aranza says that she will. She then smiles sweetly at Martin and he says he will propose.

Hours later,

Marianna is taking a walk in the garden at night. She hears her name and turns. It is Aranza. She stops and walks back towards her. Marianna greets Aranza and then asks her what's going on. Aranza tells Marianna that she wanted to ask her something. Marianna asks her what she did. Aranza says she is an angel. She then asks Marianna to help her choose a wedding dress and to be her maid of honour. Marianna is shocked. Aranza stands there looking at her expectantly. Marianna says she is surprised.

She then asks Aranza why she didn't ask her sister or cousin. Aranza shrugs. She then tells Marianna that as much as she loves Gabriela and Adrianna, she still thinks that her (Marianna) sense of style is fantastic. She adds that she realized that the day she (Marianna) rocked orange during Helena's sentencing. Marianna smiles. She tells Aranza that she is flattered. She then asks her how Adrianna and Gabriela will feel. Aranza says they will be okay.

She adds that they love her and what matters is that they all celebrate her wedding together. Aranza looks at Marianna sweetly and asks her to agree. Marianna reminds her that she has community service during the week. Aranza says that's no problem. She says that they can work out something. She then says that she can get someone on a Saturday. She then adds that they should bring Dianna along too. Marianna agrees. She adds that she knows her daughter will enjoy it too. Marianna then suggests that they can look through bridal magazines during the week. Aranza says that she loves the idea.

Two days later, on Friday,

Hernan and Adrianna walk into the cafeteria. Immediately they do, as always there is a change in the atmosphere because Hernan is the boss. Someone offers to direct them to a comfortable seating place. They are on their way when Adrianna sees Martin. She then indicates to Hernan to look at where his cousin is. Hernan tells their guide, that he would rather sit with his cousin instead. The guide nods and takes them to Martin's empty table. Martin looks up and greets them. The waiter takes Hernan and Adrianna's orders and then leaves. Martin looks at Hernan and says that he thought that Gabriela was the nosy twin.

Hernan smiles and says that she still is. Adrianna says that they were just concerned about him. Martin shrugs and says Aranza is crazy. Hernan says he can't deny that. He then asks what crazy plans his little sister has in mind. Martin says that she suggested he proposes to Marianna so that they get married on the same day as she and Aurelio. Hernan and Adrianna are both shocked. Martin says that however isn't all. He adds that she also asked Marianna to help her choose a wedding gown. Hernan says that's just typical Aranza. Adrianna asks if Marianna knows everything. Martin says that she doesn't. He adds that she only knows what Aranza told her, which is about the wedding dress.

He then pauses as Hernan and Adrianna's food is brought. After that, Martin continues and says that he wanted to talk to him (Hernan) and Gabriela first. Adrianna looks at Hernan. Hernan says what Marianna did in the past was very painful, but he already forgave her a long time ago. He adds that what matters most is that he (Martin) is happy. Martin asks Adrianna what about her. Adrianna says that she feels the same. She adds that his happiness comes before any past wounds. She adds that, if he does go through with the proposal, he can count on their support and presence at the wedding. Martin thanks them.

A week passes, during which, Martin talks to Gabriela and she too, says that she is okay with it and that she just wants him to be happy. Aranza mentions her idea to Aurelio and he says that he is okay with things.

The next Friday night,

In Martin and Marianna's quarters,

(It has two bedrooms, a toilet, bathroom, kitchen, dining room, and sitting room. It is detached from the main house.)

Marianna is in her and Martin's room alone. She is on the phone, with her cousin, Renata. They are talking about Marianna helping Aranza choose a wedding dress. Marianna is updating her on the progress. Renata then tells Marianna that she would make a beautiful and stylish bride. Marianna tells Renata that she is crazy.

Meanwhile, Martin who had stepped out is back. He goes and checks on the children. They are both sleeping. He then walks towards his and Marianna's room, when he hears her voice. He says that she must be on the phone. He is about to turn and go to the kitchen when he hears her say to someone that as she said earlier the idea is crazy. Martin stands quietly by the door. What is she talking about?

Back to Marianna and Renata's conversation,

Marianna tells Renata that she would never want to put Martin in an awkward position. She adds that it would be unfair to expect his family, especially the twins to come to the wedding, after what she did. Renata, says that it was years ago. She adds that Martin was going to propose at some point. Marianna sighs. She says that she knows. She adds that she is happy; Martin wants to wait until after her sentence is done.

She adds that she just dreads the day Martin proposes to her because she is afraid of causing him problems with his family. Renata tells Marianna that she understands her fears but she and Martin have been in a relationship for some time. She then adds that so far so good because his family has been forgiving and accepting. Renata then adds that Martin's family has thought of the idea of him proposing to her.

Shortly after,

At Hernan and Adrianna's house,

Adrianna is in the kitchen. She gets a glass and goes to the fridge. She pours some juice into the glass. She sips some juice. She then has flashbacks of herself and Aranza throughout the years. She remembers when Aranza was born when they would play together as children and them doing things together later on. She was the one who was there to take Aranza outside and notice her milestones. It was always either, Antonio, her, or the nanny checking Aranza's homework.

They have always been very close and they have always been there for each other. She then remembers Martin telling her and Hernan that Aranza asked Marianna to help her choose a wedding dress. Adrianna places the glass on the kitchen counter. She then asks herself why Aranza would choose Marianna to help her with something so important and personal instead of her. She adds that she would have understood if she chose Gabriela because she is her sister.

She also that Aranza's choice of Marianna is however hard to understand. Adrianna is busy lost in her thoughts; she doesn't notice Hernan enter the kitchen. He watches her for a few seconds and then looks at the juice. He then walks towards her and stops near her. She still hasn't noticed his presence. He taps her shoulder. She turns and, they look at each other. He asks her if she is fine. Adrianna says that she is. Hernan looks at her doubtfully. Adrianna smiles and assures him that she is.

Back with Martin,

Martin is walking through the garden. He recalls Renata and Marianna's conversation. He then remembers Aranza's suggestion about proposing to Marianna. He also remembers Marianna telling him about Aranza asking her to help her choose a wedding gown. Martin says that he has to talk to Marianna without mentioning Aranza's suggestion. He sighs and continues walking.