CC: TELEMUNDO NETWORK
THE FAN
What makes you say that?
It's the truth.
Lucas doesn't love you.
I think you've had too much to drink, Gabriel.
That's true... but at least drunks always say the truth.
It's true.
Gabriel could never love anyone beyond himself.
He's simply incapable of love.
I don't like what you're doing.
It's not right to speak ill of your friends.
We all have our flaws.
No...
You're flawless.
You're talking nonsense.
Look, I want you to get something straight.
I love Lucas
and I know he loves me.
Vale... this one's for us both.
What happened? Is something wrong?
No... but you can forget about what happened.
Gabriel's no good for you.
Girl, please. I knew that already.
I'm still head over heels for Diego.
So am I.
Not for Diego, though.
Don't scare me.
Girl, please!
Yes... it's simple.
You can't look at it with your eyes.
You must see with your heart.
Hear that? He's so charming.
In the end, your audience is your soul.
Hey, you.
I thought you'd be flirting with Miguel by now.
You saw him.
He's been talking with that girl he likes all night long.
He seemed to be having a blast.
Girl, you're way cuter than she is.
Don't worry. You'll see.
Miguel will be at your feet before you know it.
I wouldn't be so sure, girl.
I'm the one who's not sure.
What's wrong?
It's Diego. He didn't even show up!
Tonight has sucked.
No, Castro. No!
We can't be doing this.
What are we doing?
Seriously, who gets you?
We shouldn't be here. This is crazy.
Is it because we're making out or because we're at work?
Because we're at work.
We shouldn't be making out either, though!
- HUM.
We shouldn't be doing this.
Why?
Do you think this is crazy?
I'll tell you this much.
Men like me wait their entire lives for moments like this.
Don't get all romantic on me, now.
I'm not trying to be romantic...
I just have feelings for you.
Don't you know?
What am I going to do, Ignacio?
Carlos is seeing that woman again,
and he's bound to find out what I did to separate them.
He'll find out the truth about his son.
You know what?
I don't get you.
At this point, what do you care what Carlos thinks of you?
I love Carlos! Why doesn't anyone believe me?
I've spent my entire life trying to get his attention.
I've done horrible things in an attempt to win his love.
What a confession!
I thought you only loved your models.
Oh, Ignacio.
We all have our means of escaping.
Some drink... others get high.
I opted for young, buff models.
At least it's healthier.
Healthier?
I could've offered you so much more.
So much more... yet you never chose me.
Perhaps I clung to the hope that one day,
Carlos would finally notice me.
I hate to burst your bubble,
but now that he's reunited with Eloisa...
that's never going to happen.
The real Carlos Lopez was here?
Yes, but I think the party scared him off.
What can you expect?
I'm sure he'll be back.
-You really think so? -Yes!
Based off what you've told me,
he appears to remember you fondly.
I'm not sure what his feelings are,
but I sure haven't gotten over him.
Maybe life is giving you two a second chance.
Maybe he's back and here to stay!
The party's a huge success.
Yes!
The press is having a field day!
Is the press all you care about?
I was referring to the people.
Everyone seems to be having a good time.
So am I.
Are you alright?
Sometimes I look at you and I have trouble believing
that a man like you would ever notice a woman like me.
Why?
I don't know.
My life was so different before I met you.
Sometimes I feel... afraid.
Afraid of what?
I'm afraid this is all just a dream.
I'm afraid of waking up one day
and realizing none of this was real.
I'm sorry. Could I take a picture of you?
Sure, sure. Of course.
How about a kiss?
Sure!
Thanks.
Wait.
Castro, this is crazy.
We can't be seen kissing each other.
Look, I know we come from very different worlds...
but my feelings for you are iron-clad,
like a branding iron that burns with passion
and turns red-hot.
You should stay away from me.
Really?
Do you want me to stay away?
It's me. I'm back!
Open up.
You open up!
Button up your shirt.
-Go! -No, you go!
Button up!
-Need help? -No!
Have you heard from Diego?
Nope!
I left him a message, but no reply.
He hasn't shown up.
I'm worried about your son.
God knows what he's up to.
Oh, come on. He's probably working.
Gabriel. Quit drinking!
You're bound to say something stupid in that state.
I've got a lot to say, too.
The problem is, credibility isn't my current forte.
Well, listen up.
Stay away from Vale.
At least until the series is over.
Ratings are all you care about.
Obviously!
I care about Lucas, too.
You should care too, you know.
Our future depends on the telenovela's success.
Well, I don't plan on staying away.
I refuse to let Lucas take what's mine a second time.
Vale isn't Lucas'.
Vale doesn't belong to Lucas.
I know that.
I'm not referring to Vale.
I'm referring to my son Tomas.
If I have to be with Vale to be with him, so be it.
Well!
In that case,
you must be very careful with Vale and your son.
Gabriel's my favorite.
Really?
Yeah, he's nice and fun to be around.
He even promised to buy me some computer games!
That's great!
Back when Lucas was dating my mom, he never got me anything.
Not even candy.
I figured as much.
You know what?
I hope Vale falls for Gabriel.
I hope my mom falls for someone worthwhile.
Well... I have to go now.
It was a pleasure seeing you, as always.
Aren't you going to wait for Carlos?
Nah. Who knows when he'll be back?
Or if he'll be back.
Ignacio, what a surprise!
Carlos, how are you?
What are you doing here?
I invited myself over to dinner.
My son Benicio had a business dinner to tend to.
I decided to come over
and be with family!
You weren't home, honey.
You're so observant, darling.
It's a pleasure to see you, Ignacio.
Thank you! Likewise.
I assume you have things to talk about.
I'm going to bed.
Pleasure seeing you. Sleep well!
I know where you were! You sly dog.
Yes... I went to see Eloisa.
Well?
I don't understand what's going on.
My brother Lucas was at the café,
alongside all the rest of the novela crew.
Did they see you?
No. Thankfully not.
But I'm afraid.
Things are getting way too mixed up.
Perhaps I shouldn't see Eloisa again.
I'm not trying to be romantic...
I just have feelings for you.
Castro, I was... just leaving.
Can I ask you something?
Yes. Yes, of course.
Do you want me to stop coming to work?
Do you really want me to keep my distance?
Castro, no. Of course not.
I could never ask that of you.
I know you need the job.
Look, how about we just avoid seeing each other?
I don't think I can do that...
but this is your one chance at keeping me away.
I have to go now.
Excuse me.
I can't keep away from you.
All the contrary.
Every time I see you, I only want to get closer.
I have to go.
Would you like me to take you home now?
I'd like to stay a while longer.
Lucas, shall we head out?
Party's over. The press left already.
I know that... but I'd like to stay for a bit.
Oh, really?
Yes.
Really?
Yep!
Well, in that case, we're leaving.
Shall we?
Let's go, honey.
Bye.
Yes! Coming.
Alright, champ! I've gotta go.
Don't forget about those video games you promised.
I never forget a promise.
Okay!
-Take care, kiddo! -Bye.
Are you enjoying the party?
No.
I'm so sorry, babe.
Just give him time.
He really doesn't like me.
Give me tips.
He loves soccer.
Hey, baby.
We have the whole day to ourselves.
Rodri went out with some friends.
That means today, I'm all yours.
What's that?
Since when do you care about soccer?
Since today... actually.
Well, you'll have to turn off the TV
because today, I'm all yours.
What's the matter?
Why are you acting so distant towards me?
Don't tell me.
Are you really buying into
your phony relationship with your fan?
No, I'm just a bit tired.
I drank too much last night.
You're being weird.
You've changed ever since you started seeing that woman.
Lucas, be honest with me.
Are you interested in Vale...
or the fact that she's raising Lucia's son?
No! Hey, stop!
You've got the wrong person!
I'm not important enough to get kidnapped!
Don't stay quiet! I know you hear me!
Fine.
Nice to meet you. I'm Valentina Perez aka The Fan.
I work with Lucas Duarte at the station.
Trust me, it doesn't pay well.
I mean, the pay isn't bad, but I don't have any money!
Why are you kidnapping me? Where are you taking me?
My friends are broke, too!
They're working-class people!
You won't gain anything by taking me!
I don't have anything!
-Please don't kill me! -Hey!
THE FAN