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I called off the wedding.

You did what?

Marcela called off the wedding.

Patricia just told me Marcela called off the wedding.

-What? -Do you know what this means?

Without that wedding, you'll lose V&M forever.

Marce called off the wedding.

I think it's best if I return to New York today.

Does it have anything to do with Marcela?

Yes, but I don't want to discuss it now

and especially not here.

-Are you okay? -No!

She's probably out of town.

I told you this was serious, but you wouldn't believe me.

-You were happy going to Miami. -I know Marcela's explosive,

but she wouldn't leave me. She wants to get married.

Well, your confidence could be your undoing, Armando.

Don't think you know Marcela. She could surprise you.

You don't know her well.

What are you talking about? What do you mean?

It's for you.

This could be the answer to setting you free.

Take control of your life again, Marcela.

Mariana, good thing you're here.

Let's get this over with quickly.

V&M no longer needs your services.

-What are you doing here? -Where's Marcela?

My sister quit and left me her position.

From now on, I'll be taking over for her.

That's not happening. Where's Marcela?

She doesn't want to talk to you. She's done playing your games.

Why don't you tell me about your trip to Miami with Fiorella instead?

Stay out of my personal life.

V&M is a personal and family affair.

I'm done talking to you. Where's Marcela?

I already told you that she doesn't want to talk to you!

She's not coming back.

She called off your engagement. She won't marry you.

Fortunately, you and I--

Mariana, give us some privacy please.

Please go to HR like I asked.

You're here and I'll be here watching your every move.

No, you can't force yourself on us.

I'm V&M's president and I won't have you here.

This goes against the company's statutes.

You're so predictable. I knew you'd pull that card.

I guess I'll have to do things the hard way.

Oh, I'm so scared.

This is a document signed by Marcela, granting me control of her shares.

I also control Maria Lucia's shares.

I called for a special meeting with your parents.

The jig is up.

We're going to meet, and the truth about V&M will come out.

Betty never picks up after herself.

Why can't she put away the her clothes?

Birth control pills?

Julia, sweetheart, do you know where Nicolas left my...?

What are you holding behind your back?

Oh, girl, maybe Ms. Marcela won't let him fire you.

No, Ms. Marcela quit! She no longer works here!

-What? -What did you just say, Mariana?

Betty, this is the worst Monday in the history of V&M.

Mariana was just fired.

No!

Betty, Mr. Daniel is in Ms. Marcela's office

and he's ready to come to blows with Mr. Armando.

He's taking over V&M.

Mariana, I just don't get it.

Something very serious must've happened if Ms. Marcela quit.

Do you know anything, Betty?

Betty, you spent the weekend with Mr. Armando.

You should know a lot more than we do. Speak up.

She never says anything. Betty is very tight lipped.

She'd rather loan you money than let you in on the gossip.

I wonder what happened.

I know what happened.

-What happened? -What?

Not a word of this to anyone. This can't leave this room.

It won't. What happened?

I know what happened with Ms. Marcela.

What?

She called off the wedding.

She's not going to marry Mr. Armando.

-What? -No way!

Girls, that's very serious. This doesn't look promising.

Of course not, Inesita! That's why Mr. Daniel is here!

I just don't get why we have to pay

because our bosses can't get along.

How is it our fault? Why?

They'll probably fire the rest of us,

dissolve the company and we'll be out on the street!

-No! -I died!

-Armando. -Betty, not now.

I know everything.

That's why you wanted to leave Miami.

Because Marcela called off the wedding.

-She and I won't get married. -No, you have to stop her!

You have to get back together, you have to get married! You're engaged!

Come on. Let me see what it is.

Is it for me?

Yes, it's for you.

Weight-loss pills. They're appetite suppressants.

Throw them out. I won't take anything weird.

They're natural, honey.

Your blood pressure won't normalize if you don't shed the weight, Demetrio.

Do you know if Nicolas has been using my calculator?

No.

I'll help you look for it once I put Betty's clothes away.

This room is a mess.

I'll go check in the kitchen.

Maybe it's next to the rice and where you keep the money.

-Good idea, go. -I'll go check. I bet it's there.

Are you asking me to marry Marcela?

I'm asking you to do the right thing.

Our relationship is hurting a lot of people.

No, what happened with Marcela has nothing to do with you.

Of course it does.

We're hurting people who don't deserve it.

Mariana will be fired because of me.

No, it's not your fault. That was a misunderstanding.

A misunderstanding you need to clear up.

Go and explain everything to Marcela.

Are you hearing yourself? Are you asking me to get back with her?

Yes! No!

I don't know! I don't know what I want anymore, Armando.

All I know is that I don't want to feel so guilty anymore.

I don't.

Oh!

What is wrong with me?

Oh.

Oh, no.

20 missed calls?

Armando.

Marcela, it's me.

I think this is my fifth message.

We need to talk. Please call me back.

I'm worried about you.

Marcela, I'm back in New York. Why'd you turn off your phone?

I need to talk to you.

Marcela, what's going on? Are you okay?

Don't shut me out. Please don't do this to me.

You know we can work this out. Please tell me where you are.

No, Armando. I don't want to talk to you right now.

Betty, please calm down. Take a deep breath.

I know you're worried, but this has nothing to do with you.

Ms. Marcela called off the wedding--

And the reason why is between Marcela and me.

If you're so worried about Mariana,

tell her not to worry. She won't lose her job.

If Mr. Valencia takes over, he'll fire lots of people.

No, that won't happen so long as I'm president.

I won't let Daniel have his way. Calm down.

But the statutes say that if Marcela leaves, Mr. Daniel--

-Am I interrupting? -No, it's fine. Betty, we'll talk later.

Everything's going to be okay. Calm down.

Trust me.

I knew it.

Mercury is in retrograde

and the eclipse threw the energies off kilter.

Be very careful because bad things will be happening soon.

Don't make any important decisions today.

Don't start any new projects or sign off on any paperwork.

Come on, girl! I have to go to court.

I can't tell the judge I won't sign.

What should I do?

Marianita, what can we do to help Sofia win her trial?

Do you have quartz, a red string bracelet or sea salt?

Mercury is in retrograde,

but that doesn't mean you'll have bad luck.

Things might go well for you but not Efrain.

Yes, yes.

Here, this will keep the bad vibes away.

And you know what else? Always remember this, Sofia.

God will always be with you.

Marianita, I'm very sad because of what you're going through,

but don't you think we should return to our desks?

If Daniel Valencia sees us here, he'll fire all of us.

I don't feel like working with everything that's happening.

Here comes Betty.

Betty, what's going on? We're all very scared.

I know, but don't worry.

I'm not too sure of what's going on myself,

but I do know no one's getting fired.

No way!

Thank goodness!

So has it all gone to Betty's head?

No, not at all.

Marcela started it.

Now her sixth sense tells her there's someone else.

Bro, Betty isn't someone. She's no one.

Whatever.

I can't believe Marcela signed off on that paperwork.

She couldn't blackmail me into not going on the trip,

so she's using the company to do it.

Marcela may be heartbroken, but she cares deeply about V&M.

Did you read over the papers Daniel brought in?

No. Why?

Why?

Daniel's an old dog with plenty of tricks.

Maybe Marcela didn't sign over anything.

Yeah, that's a possibility, but it's only a matter time.

Daniel is coming at us with everything,

so I have to find Marcela to talk her into coming back.

If I don't, we're doomed.

Do you have any idea where she could be?

She could only be at the Hamptons.

She wanted us to go this weekend.

What are you waiting for? Go find her.

Armand, Cata's outside. She wants to talk to you.

Didn't anyone teach you to knock before entering a room?

No.

Cata, you can come in!

No, don't talk to the trolls. They're contagious.

Come in!

Thank you, Patricia.

Ricardo.

Armando, we need to talk.

Dani, what's going on?

Did you fire Mariana?

Was it because of what I told you about the wedding?

Yes.

Now that Armando and Marcela aren't getting married,

things around here are going to change.

Their relationship kept me in check, but now everything changes.

What are you going to do?

I'm going to take control of V&M

because Armando was never fit to be president.

You're going to take Armand's job?

Yes, that's right. Is there a problem?

Don't tell me you're also in love with him.

No, no way. I'm not in love with Armando.

I'm Team Daniel forever.

Good, because once I'm president of V&M

I'm going to restructure the company.

What do you mean by that?

Oh, Patricia. Really?

What? I don't understand! Are you going to fire everyone?

You can't fire me.

I'm the pretty one. I'm the face of the company.

I'm an asset for the company. I could be your assistant.

Yes, but you have to prove yourself.

Keep me informed of everything that happens here.

Of course.

I can be your eyes, ears... Your everything.

All that and more, right?

-Right? -Uh-huh.

She threatened to call off the wedding if I went to Miami.

I don't know what's wrong with her.

Lately, she wants to control every aspect of my life.

It's unbearable. She's suffocating me.

She's so insecure.

Armando, I understand your position and how you feel,

but I also know Marcela.

No woman, no matter how jealous she may be,

becomes so controlling without a reason.

You must be doing something that warrants her lack of trust.

-Me? -Armando, please!

We've known each other for a while. You've never been a one-woman man.

I know, but that was then.

I proposed because I've changed.

I wanted a serious relationship,

but I never imagined it'd come with so much drama.

And I imagine she didn't either.

Armando, I'm your friend, so I'll ask you for a favor.

If you're not sure you want to marry Marcela, tell her.

Don't be one of those men who uses women

and doesn't think of the pain he inflicts.

Darling, life is a funny thing and you reap what you sow.

All right.

You're making me look like

I'm going to a costume party dressed as a mummy.

Of course you're not. Trust me.

You have to look older and haggard,

so the judge will take pity on you.

You shouldn't have worn such nice clothes.

Don't you watch courtroom dramas on TV?

Like with food, we take everything in with our eyes.

Thank you for your help.

Don't interrupt me while I'm working.

I need you to look worried and desperate.

Just the sight of you has to make them pity you.

You won't have to work hard.

I can't hide my sadness or anger anymore.

What if they take my house?

Be honest with them.

Cry whenever the judge asks you anything.

Ask him to help you keep a roof over your boys' heads.

I don't want my boys and I to be homeless!

-Girl! -Huh?

You're watching too many dramas.

If I do that, they'll kick me out of the courtroom.

No, I've seen it done on Case Closed.

It works.

-I'm serious, though. -About?

I'm really scared. What am I going to do if we lose the house?

Don't worry. I'm here for you.

You're not going to the courthouse alone.

No, you can't come with me. The situation here is tense.

What if they don't pay you for the day?

I don't care. I'm your best friend.

I'll be there for you through thick and thin.

I don't think it's a good idea to go to court without a lawyer.

It's a very simple case, lovebug.

I already Googled everything I need to do to defend myself.

I read and watched several tutorial videos

about divorce in the state of New York.

I checked Wikipedia too. Don't worry about a thing.

Everything's under control.

I am worried, lovebug.

I once heard on a show that if you represent yourself,

you have a fool for a client.

You're not a fool, are you?

Don't you trust your man?

Somewhat.

I'd have more faith in a licensed lawyer.

Yes, honey, but I'm not going to spend money to hire a thief.

-No, that's not it. -You're cheap.

I promised I'd buy you a house and that we'd leave this one

and I will.

We'll put it up for sale tomorrow, right?

-So soon? -No?

-You don't want to sell it? -I do.

This house smells of old hag and the vibes here are awful.

I don't want to be here anymore.

With that money, we can buy an apartment in Manhattan.

-No? -Yes.

-Yes, lovebug. -Thank you!

I can't wait to see the look on your ex's face

when the judge gives out his ruling.

I can see it now.

I don't think it's a good idea to make a scene in court.

The judge wouldn't like that.

It could lead to a misunderstanding.

You know what judges are like.

Stay here and let your lovebug handle everything.

Right.

Hey, that's enough, Mrs. Juli.

Come on. It's going to be salty.

You need to stop thinking about men when you're cooking.

You think I have the time to be thinking about men?

I'm sweaty and I have chills.

Lately, I've been short of breath.

-Oh, no. -Yes.

Oh, Mrs. Juli, why don't you go see a doctor?

I mean, it could be something serious.

No, it's nothing serious. It's old age, son.

Menopause?

I've been thinking that you should hurry and start your company already.

Demetrio thinks it's a great idea.

I'm working on it, Mrs. Juli.

But Betty is being such a pain. She's so stubborn, Mrs. Juli.

Who does she take after? You or Mr. Deme?

V&M isn't a good place for her.

Has she told you why she doesn't want to leave?

Oh, Mrs. Juli.

You know, it's not easy to start your own company.

Even those who are successful face a lot of uncertainty.

Being in a stable company means you have a salary, benefits,

bonuses, insurance, etc.

Yes, but I don't want her to settle for being an assistant.

Betty can go places,

but she'll never be able to flourish there.

I've tried to get her to see that, but she won't.

Keep trying until she opens her eyes.

I don't want her to spend another day there.

Why?

Because... of everything I just said.

-Isn't that enough? -Right.

Well, I'm off. Let me try this first.

Well, I'm off.

It's salty.

No, Mrs. Juli. It's delicious!

Marcela, where are you? Why aren't you answering my calls?

You can't disappear after what's happened between us.

Please call me. I'm very worried about you.

This is the dress Marcela will wear on her wedding day.

Do you like it?

Huguito, it's magnificent! It's fit for a princess!

You're a true design genius!

When I got married, I wore a pitiful looking dress.

What? You're married?

No, that's nonsense.

She had a hippie wedding in Patagonia.

Hugo!

Have you taken your Bach flower remedy?

What's wrong?

I hope you did. If you didn't, drink a cupful.

You're going to die when you hear this.

Patricia, you're bringing in such ugly vibes.

You obviously weren't invited to go to Miami

and you didn't get to eat chocolate covered

and marshmallow stuffed Okeechobee cookies.

No, I didn't get to eat those.

That's not the point, Hugo!

Let's see. How should I break the news?

Marcela... called everything off.

That dress will never be worn by anyone.

-What are you talking about? -Yes, you heard right.

Our mutual friend lost it and called off her wedding.

It gets worse, though. She quit. She abandoned us.

My Marce?

Your Marce.

Look, if this is a joke...

I don't like it one bit. It's very tasteless.

It's not a joke. It'll be okay, though.

Daniel Valencia will be V&M's new president

and he'll fire a ton of people who are here and shouldn't be.

Starting with Mary Mustache. She'll be the first to go.

It'll be okay.

So you don't know where your boss is?

No. I've been calling her for a while,

but it seems her phone is off because she's not answering.

Do you know if she's been out with my boss?

And why would she go out with your boss?

Because Mr. Armando went on a trip

and maybe they spent time together during the weekend.

Sandrita, you know those two don't get along.

Yeah, they don't.

But... now that you mention it,

he recently showed up very concerned about her wellbeing.

Why do you ask?

No reason.

Just making small talk. That's all.

Lunch?

I'm not hungry.

No, we have to eat. We have to eat.

We have a long road ahead of us.

Let's power up.

Mariana, power up.

I'll see you in the break room.

A long road?

What's the matter with you today?

Why aren't you celebrating like it's Cinco de Mayo

like you usually are?

What's with the long faces?

You feel it?

Yes, I can feel it too.

Daniel Valencia will be the new president of V&M

and everything here will change.

Everything will be prettier... and classier.

Oh, so that's it. That's why you're like this.

Oh, you poor things!

Don't celebrate what hasn't happened yet.

And you know what else, darling?

Mr. Armando is still president of V&M, and as far as I know,

he hasn't called for a special meeting to say otherwise.

Let it be known that I warned you

because I'm a good coworker.

My dearest coworker, why don't you walk back

to your desk and leave us alone?

Or were you hoping to start trouble?

Do you want to start something?

Calm down, you animal!

I don't know what exotic tribe you belong to,

but that's why we can't see eye to eye.

Calm down, Sandra.

Girls, don't fall for her provocations.

Very good, Inesita. That's a point in your favor.

I think you're the only one who'll get to stay at V&M...

because you've been here for so long.

The rest of you will have to start mailing out your resumes.

Get to work, squad. Good luck.

Leave.

I hope she disappears.

Did you hear her, Ines? She called you old.

She called me crass.

I'm going to realign her chakras.

-Go for it. -I'll realign her teeth.

We're doing very well.

Of course.

Girls, head to table eight.

Remove the crystals.

Hello, Fabio. How can I help you?

I hate to bother you but I need the keys to Hugo's apartment.

Don't you have a set?

-Is there a problem? -No, of course not.

My sister Romi doesn't have a set and she's using mine.

You can imagine how difficult that is.

Yes, but the right thing to do is for me to return it to Hugo.

Yes, I know, but we shouldn't be so uptight about this.

No, of course not.

Talk to Hugo and I'll return them today.

Excuse me.

Dani, what time is it?

I don't know, but don't turn off your phone.

I called you hundreds of times.

-I'm sorry. -How do you feel?

Not well. My head hurts.

I'm a little better, though.

Good.

This is the new version of the document you requested.

Read it over and sign it so I have control of your shares.

I don't want to waste any more time.

-Did you stop by the office? -Yes.

Did you see Armando?

-Yes. -Did he ask about me?

No, he was too busy worrying about me.

You have to understand.

V&M is Armando's priority, not you.

Sign here.

I have everything ready.

Your new life starts today.

You'll leave for Europe tonight.

Your flight leaves from the Hamptons.

What is it? Aren't you going to sign?

I did everything you asked.

What do you mean I'm leaving?

Why would you want to stay?

I won't put up with Armando trying to take advantage of you.

Have you looked in a mirror? Look at how he's got you.

Daniel, I'm sick.

I have a right to get sick. I'm a human being.

Need I remind you that I just called off my wedding?

Exactly. You should leave him.

Armando has always done whatever he wants with you.

Look, I really appreciate you trying

to help me sort my life out, but...

this document is more than enough.

And no, I'm not going anywhere.

Why would you stay?

Can you handle being a source of gossip

because you called off your wedding to Armando?

Our acquaintances, friends, and the press will talk.

Can you handle seeing him with someone else?

Enough! Stop it.

I know Armando and that's why I've distanced myself.

I'm no longer the child you could easily manipulate.

No, but I'm still your brother and I will protect you.

Armando isn't good for you, and the smartest thing for you to do

is leave, clear your head, and think everything over with a cool head.

I want what's best for you.

There will be a plane waiting for you tonight.

How can you be so sure Marcela is in the Hamptons?

I'm not sure, but that house is her favorite place.

I'm just going with my gut.

Armando Mendoza is going with his gut?

That sounds stupid and desperate, doesn't it?

The situation warrants it.

Yes, you're right about that.

What are you going to say to her when you see her?

Are you still planning on getting married?

I don't know.

First, I have to see how she feels.

Marcela couldn't have handed over control of V&M to Daniel.

Armando, Marcela knows there's another woman.

She's not stupid.

Her actions are driven by jealousy and the desire to get back at you.

You think that's why she called off the engagement?

Yes. That's right.

What else would I mean?

Well, what else can I do, chief?

You were the one who suggested I dated them at the same time.

One problem at the time. Calm Marcela down for now.

We can figure out what to do about Betty later.

No, this situation is unbearable.

I'm going crazy

and I'm hurting two women who don't deserve it.

We'll find a way to get V&M out of its financial hole.

For now, try to get Marcela to agree to getting married,

but don't think about breaking up with the gargoyle.

Enough! Stop calling her that! Show her some respect!

She's gotten us out of trouble plenty of times! We'll talk later.

Betty!

Oh, I love that.

Betty, Betty! You're finally here!

Your mom asked me to hurry up and start my company

and she never asks about this stuff.

She was trying to bait me.

I think your mom knows you're dating...

You-know-who.

What?

No, Betty. Seriously?

Your mom asked me to get you out of V&M because it's not a good place for you.

And she's right.

V&M isn't a good place for me.

I've become...

No!

I've become someone else! I don't know who I am anymore!

Ms. Marcela called off the wedding because of me.

No, I know you're thinking this is your big chance,

but it's a mistake.

Mr. Armando will destroy you.

It's already happening.

If they don't go through with the wedding,

do you know what will happen?

Mr. Daniel Valencia will take over V&M, he'll drive it into bankruptcy...

and my friends will be fired.

And it's because of me!

You warned me so many times, but I wouldn't listen!

We came back on Saturday because she called off the wedding.

I wanted to stay in Miami for longer.

What for?

So you could keep hurting yourself, lying to yourself?

No, but you wouldn't get it.

It was the most amazing trip I've ever been on.

You can think the worst of me, but Armando proved he loves me.

He made me feel wanted and loved.

Is that so?

Do you know how much that means to me?

-If you say so. -Look.

Betty, you're by yourself in all of these pictures.

We can't be seen holding each other or kissing.

We have to be discreet.

Don't try to excuse this.

A couple is made up by two people.

Mr. Armando isn't in any of these pictures.

Ask me for whatever you want, but please leave him

before it's too late and you end up getting hurt.

Please!

Sofia, let me give you some advice.

Focus all your energy here. Right here.

Stand strong. Don't get upset.

Keep your cool.

Ice cold.

I'll pray God guides the judge who'll preside over your case.

If you feel like you're about to burst, think of the rain.

A lighting storm that strikes them dead then and there.

Think of waves crashing against the shore.

A giant wave that drags them to the bottom of the sea

-where a shark will eat them. -Enough, Sofia!

Bertha, please keep us informed on our group chat.

Send pictures, videos and updates.

Keep us posted.

I don't think I'll be allowed to record any videos, but I'll send you messages.

-Girl, we have to go. -All right.

Thank you, girls. Thank you so very much.

Right now, I start a new chapter in my life.

My life will be divided into before and after the hearing.

Good.

Squad!

I brought up to Betty what we talked about this afternoon,

but she didn't seem too interested.

Oh, sweetie, I don't know what else to do.

Why don't you make me something to eat while you figure it out?

But you just finished a bowl of cereal.

And I have to go out to send money to my mother in Mexico.

No, you don't have to go out.

In fact, I'll teach you how to send her money

and you make me something to eat.

-Deal? -How?

Hold on.

I'll show you how easy it is.

Done! See? It's super fast.

You're all done?

-Yeah. -I can't believe it!

That's very convenient. I'll have to download that app.

What about my food?

You're right. Come on.

I'll make you something while you download the app.

Sounds good to me.

Marcela!

Marcela!

Marcela.

Marcela.

-Please. We need to talk. -What are you doing here?

I want to know if it's true you called off the wedding.

Are you really asking me?

You called it off when you went to Miami.

I never said I wanted to call off our engagement.

You didn't say it, but your actions spoke for you.

And it wasn't just the trip, Armando.

We haven't been doing well for a while, and you know it.

Yes, I know, but we can talk it over.

Armando, things like feelings can't be talked out.

You don't love me anymore and you know it.

Marcela, please don't say that.

It's the truth.

This hurts me more than it hurts you, but I'm done living a farce.

I think it's best for me to leave and leave V&M behind.

No, that's a mistake. You can't leave it all behind.

You can't leave your brother in charge of V&M.

He came to threaten me at the office today.

There's nothing else I can do for you. I've done it all.

I've lied for you, I've covered for your mistakes.

I stopped being myself to pursue your dreams,

but I'm tired. I can't go on!

What's the matter? Are you okay?

I need to be alone. Please leave.

Marcela, we need to talk this out.

Leave.

Please.

No, Marcela. Marcela...

Marcela!

Hey! Marcela.

Hey, these have been some intense weeks in Betty en NY.

Especially for Marce.

Armando and Betty are playing her...

Watch this Behind the Scenes episode and you'll understand what I mean.

This is Betty's first time in Miami.

I love it!

Is there something going on between you and your boss?

No, what could be going on between Mr. Armando and me?

I really wanted to tell her the truth, but I couldn't.

I'm mad at Betty.

Watch me yell at her.

Don't you see this love story could end with you in prison?

I'd like to know if there's anyone else.

Anyone else?

Is there anything else I can help you with?

You two haven't met before?

No, not at all.

I've only heard of him through Mr. Thompson.

Marcela is the least insecure woman there is. She's very confident.

I have to admit that I was very nervous at first,

but everyone here is warm and loving: wardrobe, make up...

My coach has been like my guardian angel.

I feel much more confident and I hope you enjoy it

because we put a lot of love into it for you.

I don't like planes.

I'm afraid of turbulence and all that.

We're here on Ocean Drive.

I think this is the heartbeat of Miami.

I'm thrilled to be here.

Having to go back to New York to face the fact

that Armando is still with Marcela is going to hurt.

I love you, Miami!

Armando!

There was a shark there.

I've never seen one so up close.

There it is!

If she were in the water and a shark came by,

would you rescue her or not? I wouldn't.

There it is!

Didn't I tell you?

Keep watching Betty en NY because you'll be astounded

by what happens next. See you next week

on another Betty en NY Behind the Scenes episode.