Millionaire pretends to be poor to find a mother for his child…

Come on, Mateo, you’re late. Sebastián Montemayor is running through the halls of the mansion looking for old clothes. Mateo, eight years old, seems to be carrying a torn polo shirt. Papa, does he really work? Of course, Mijo. Today, we’ll find out who has a true heart. But why can’t we wear normal clothes? Because when people see us dressed well, they act differently.

Today, we’ll see who really helps. Sebastian picks up dirt from the garden and gets dirty. Mateo laughs as his father fixes their hair. Hey, now yes. No one will recognize us. They take the simplest car from the garage and go to the Zócalo. Sebastian chooses a small corner on the sidewalk near the subway exit.

Do you still remember the plan? We are very hungry and have nowhere to sleep. The first people pass by. A woman in high heels looks the other way. A man in a suit keeps throwing coins at them. An hour passes. Mateo is discouraged. “Dad, people are mean. No, my son, everyone is just in a hurry, but we will find something special. Another hour passes.

Some people tossed coins at them without looking, others pretended not to see them. Mateo felt sad when a woman stood in front of them. She was young, in her mid-twenties, wearing a blue cleaning uniform and tennis shoes. Her face was very tired, but her eyes were soft.

Are they hungry? Matthew was shocked. He was the first person to actually stop talking. The woman bent down until she was above them both, not caring that her pants were dirty on the floor. Wait a minute. She opened an empty bag and counted the crumpled coins and bills.

I only have 280 pesos for the next two days. But he looks at Mateo with love. Children cannot be left hungry. Mateo whispered in his father’s ear. She is just like my mother in heaven. Sebastian frowned. This woman just gave all her money to strangers. Thank you very much, Miss. What is your name? Pag-asa. Esperanza Hernández.

How are you? I’m Roberto and this is Mateo. Esperanza smiled at the young man. Hello, Mateo. How old are you? Eight, Aunt Hope. Oh, what a polite boy. There’s a bakery over there on that corner. Buy Matthew something to eat. Yes. He stood up and adjusted his bag. “Miss, aren’t you eating lunch?” Esperanza shrugged. Oh, I manage as best I can.

The important thing is that the child doesn’t go hungry. I have to get back to work, or my boss will kill me. But when I leave at six o’clock at night, I’ll come back here to see if they need anything else. Sebastian couldn’t believe it. Not only did he give them all his money, but he promised to pay it back. Thank you very much, Mrs. Esperanza. You’re an angel. Oh, not at all.

I just did what everyone else would do. You help people who can, right? Esperanza enters the commercial building and waves goodbye. Sebastián pulls Mateo over. Come on, we need to change quickly. Clean clothes are put inside the car. Within 5 minutes they are normal, without a hint of dirt. We are going to where he works. I want to see what kind of person he is when he is not helping beggars.

At the door, Sebastian asked where the cleaning company was. On the third floor, but now they were working. Plus quick information. Upstairs they saw Esperanza talking to a large and very serious guard. Don Aurelio, don’t leave them alone. They were a father with his little son. It was difficult. The boy was only a little boy.

“You know that, that’s the administration’s order. The beggars are scaring the customers. I know, I know, but when I get out I’ll help you find someone to sleep, just don’t throw them out right away. And if the administrator sees them, I’ll lose my job. I’m responsible. If anyone complains, I’ll tell them I asked them to leave them.” Sebastian and Matthew, hidden behind a pillar, listen.

You gave them money, right? Yes. All the money for my lunch for the next two days. But what will he do? He looks like he hasn’t eaten in a while. Hope, you’re too good. You barely have any money even for yourself. If you can’t help when you can, who will? The guard sighed. It’s okay.

I let them stay until you leave, but if anyone complains, I’ll take care of it. Thank you, Don Aurelio. You have a beautiful heart. Esperanza went back to work pushing a cleaning cart. Sebastián watched her work, carefully cleaning each table, arranging everything with great respect. Mateo touched his father’s forehead. Dad, are you crying? Sebastian put his hand to his eyes.

We have found the person we are looking for, Mijo. Around 6:00 pm, Esperanza got off the elevator. She was more tired than usual in her sweaty uniform and her feet hurt. Despite this, she still stopped studying. Don Aurelio, are you still there? Yes, they are. The father is grateful. They have already bought food for the child. That is good.

I’ll stop by before I go home. Esperanza went out and looked for Sebastián and Mateo. She hadn’t found them in the morning and was worried. Sebastian made a quick decision. Matthew, come on.. let’s talk to him. Strategy. Esperanza turned away in surprise. Hey, what’s the difference.

They are clean in nice clothes. Did they manage to take a shower somewhere? Yes. An acquaintance is giving us his shower. Sebastian lies, feeling terrible. That’s good. Have you bought Mateo food yet? We have. The boy eats well. Mateo seems confused by all the lies, but he remains silent. This gives me great satisfaction. Now they have a place to sleep. We are still half lost.

I’m from Guadalajara. I’m here to look for a job. My name is Roberto Silva. I’m a salesman, but I’ve been unemployed for a few months. Esperanza shook her head. It’s very difficult. Especially with a child. Do they have somewhere to stay now? The simple truth is no. We’re thinking about finding a place in a hostel.

Look, I don’t have much space in my house, but there’s a sofa in the living room. If you want, you can stay there for now. Tomorrow we’ll see how we can do it. Sebastian was stunned. This woman is offering her own house to strangers. Are you sure? We don’t want to bother everyone.

You help those you can and Mateo is so kind, he won’t be a bother to her. Mateo smiled. Aunt Hope, you are so kind. Oh, how lovely. Do you like cartoons, Matthew? Yes, I like them, especially Spider-Man. What a cool one. I have pay TV at home. You can watch while I cook a little dinner for them.

Sebastián remembered the promise he had made to his wife two years ago in the hospital. Pale dove on the bed holding her hand. Sebastian, promise me something. Find a real mother for Mateo. Not a woman who wants our money, a mother of adveras. And, I swear to you that it will be worth it :). The memory passed quickly. Sebastián looked at Esperanza talking to Mateo about cartoons and felt that he had found what he was looking for.

Doña Esperanza, are you sure we won’t worry? I’m sure. “Don’t tell me, ma’am, I’m 26 years old. Sorry, hope. That’s better. Come on. My house is far away. Let’s get in the truck.” During the ride, Sebastián noticed Esperanza greeting the driver, helping an old woman, and playing with a crying child.

The house of hope is small, two rooms in a neighborhood, simple, but clean and well organized. Forgive me for being so small, but it is clean and has everything you need. It is very beautiful, Esperanza. Thank you very much for joining us. Not at all. Sit on the sofa with Matthew. I will prepare them dinner. Sebastián observes the house without luxury, but furnished with great love.

Plants on the windowsills, family photos, colorful pillows. Matthew said, why don’t we tell him the truth? He’s so good. Sebastian didn’t know what to say. How do you explain to a child that he’s proving someone’s goodness by pretending to be poor? It’s complicated, mijo, we’ll tell you, but it’ll be okay soon.

When? Sebastian doesn’t know. All he knows is that he fell in love with a woman whose real name he doesn’t even know. Three months later. Sebastián thought he had gotten a job as a salesman and they were living in a boarding house. In fact, he was spending all his days hopeless. Mateo had adapted to a double life. At a private school he was the youngest son of a millionaire.

Mateo is just a normal kid with hope. Today is Sunday. Sebastian is at Esperanza’s house helping with the food. Roberto, move the beans and I’ll season the chicken. Sebastián moved the beans looking at Esperanza. He turns simple ingredients into delicious food. Esperanza, can I ask you something? Of course.

Why did you really help us that day? Esperanza, stop fixing the chicken. Do you want the good answer or the one with the adveras? That of Adeveras. Because I have gone beyond the necessities, Roberto, many necessities. I know what it feels like to be hungry, to have no one to sleep with. Tears welled up in his eyes. When I was 15 years old, my mother died. My father died when I was a baby.

I lived with an aunt who didn’t like me, I went to work and hid my salary. And how did you manage to get ahead? Working at whatever came up. Cleaning, cooking, selling. I lived in a hostel until I rented this little house. No one helped you when you worked. There were people who helped me, humble people who shared the little I had.

That’s why, when I see someone in need, I can’t pretend I don’t know. That’s why you helped us, because I know that life can change from one day to the next. Everyone deserves a chance. Mateo ran inside. Mom, Esperanza, the cartoon is over. Esperanza laughed and hugged the child. So, let’s eat. Mom, hope. Sebastián repeated, surprised.

He started calling me that last week. Esperanza turned red. I told him he didn’t have to call me that, but I wanted to call his mother Hope. When you marry her, she will be my mother and Adeveras. Sebastián and Esperanza looked at each other not knowing what to say. Matthew, wash your hands. Esperanza said, still red. The boy left.

Esperanza and Sebastian are left alone in the kitchen. I’m sorry, I didn’t tell him to say that. You don’t need to apologize. Sebastian comes over. The truth is, I’ve been thinking about that too. Honestly, Esperanza, these three months have been the happiest of my life. You remind me how wonderful it is to have a family. Sebastian is honest, even though he lies about his identity, his feelings are true.

Me too, Roberto, you and Mateo are the ones who filled my life with joy. For the first time they kissed in the small kitchen with the smell of food in the air. After lunch they went to the rooftop of the house. Mateo played with carts while Sebastian and Esperanza talked. Hope. You never want to leave here, to go to a better place. Here is my best place.

Esperanza points to the surrounding houses. This community welcomes me when I have nothing to do. Doña Remedios lends me dishes when I change. Don Antonio entrusts me with food when I have no money. This is our family to each other. When someone passes by for work, we all help.

When someone is happy, we celebrate together. Sebastian had never thought of that. He barely knew his neighbors. You are so special, Esperanza. I am not special. I have learned that you help those you can and that money is not everything in life. Sebastian felt sad. He was lying to the most honest person he had ever met.

Hope. I have something to tell you. What? Sebastian stopped. You can’t. I love you. Esperanza smiled. I love you too, Roberto. They kissed as Mateo screamed with joy as they played. For the first time in two years, Sebastian felt complete, but in the back of his mind there was a voice whispering to him. How could he tell her the truth without losing everything? On this day, Sebastian decided to tell her everything.

He can’t stand the lies anymore. He arranges dinner with her at a simple restaurant in town. Mateo is very happy because Sebastian told him that after dinner he can tell him the special secret. Esperanza arrives looking beautiful wearing a dress that Sebastian has never seen before. Hey, you look beautiful. That dress is new. Yes, I bought it this week. I don’t have any money but I want to look beautiful for you today.

Sebastian’s heart beat faster. He spent money he didn’t have for her, he didn’t know he could buy her a thousand identical clothes. You’re always beautiful. You don’t have to spend money. I want to spend it. You deserve it. At the restaurant, Mateo was impressed. Dad, it’s such a beautiful place. They even have waiters wearing bands. Esperanza laughed.

This is very elegant. You shouldn’t spend a lot, Roberto. Sebastian took a deep breath. Esperanza, I have something very important to tell you. What happened? You’re strange. It’s about who I really am. Mateo shifted in his seat. Now you’re going to say, “Dad, Dad.” Esperanza repeated, confused.

Mateo, why did you call Roberto dad? Sebastian held his hand. Pag-asa. My real name is not Roberto Silva, it’s Sebastián Montemayor. Sebastián Montemayor. How? I am the owner of Constructora Montemayor. I am a millionaire. Pag-asa. Pag-asa’s face turned pale, she removed her hand from the table.

How was that? That day in the Zócalo, Mateo and I did a test. We pretended to be beggars to see who really had a good heart. Esperanza was left unable to process. They were pretending. They had been lying to me all this time. Esperanza, I can explain to you. She stood up, her legs shaking. You lied to me for three months. You made me look like a fool. Not like that. Mateo got up, scared.

Mother, Esperanza, don’t be angry. Matthew, do you know too? Esperanza asked with a broken voice. The young man looked at his father, not knowing what to say. Pag-asa, sit down. Let me explain. Explain what? That you played with me, that you made me your experiment. I didn’t play with you, I fell in love.

How can you talk about love? You don’t know me. Do you know any fools who believed your lies? People were starting to look around. Esperanza realized and felt even more ashamed. I gave you all the money I had, everything. I was so hungry for helping them and it was all just lies. I hope you don’t understand. Yes, I do.

She took the bag with tears streaming down her face. I understand that you are a rich man who enjoys playing tricks on a poor woman. Mother, Esperanza, don’t go. Mateo cried out, crying. Esperanza looked at the child and her heart broke. She hesitated for a moment, “Mateo, my love, I have to go, but you said you would be my mother forever.

I’m sorry, my love. I’m sorry.” He ran away and left Sebastian and Matthew at the table. The boy was crying loudly. Sebastian quickly paid and went out with Mateo. He was looking for hope, but he was lost among the people. Dad, why did Mama Esperanza leave? Because Daddy did something very bad, my son. At home, Rodolfo Montemayor was waiting in the living room, when he saw Sebastián enter with Mateo crying.

What happened? Why is the child crying? You don’t need to know. Sebastian, I’m your father. I have the right to know. Mateo stopped crying. Grandpa. Mama Esperanza was gone. He found out that Papa had lied to him. Mama Esperanza, who is that? Sebastian sighed. A woman I know. A special woman.

What kind of woman? A cleaning lady. A cleaning lady that I love. Rodolfo’s face flushed. You’re dating a maid and I’m not with her anymore, she broke up with me. Rodolfo smiled coldly. It’s a good thing the clownishness is over. Dad, don’t talk like that. Sebastian, you’re the heir to an empire.

You can’t go around playing Romeo and Juliet with an employee. She’s not an employee. She’s the most amazing woman I’ve ever met. It’s over. It’s better that way. Sebastian took Mateo and went upstairs to the room leaving Rodolfo alone. Rodolfo stood there thinking, “Pick up the phone. Leticia, I need you to investigate a certain Esperanza Hernández, a cleaning lady.

I want to know where he lives, where he works, everything. And I want it tomorrow morning.” Rodolfo lowered a wicked smile. If your son has no right to finish this story, he will act. The next morning, Rodolfo was in the office when Secretary Leticia entered with a folder.

Mr. Rodolfo, here is the information about Esperanza Hernández. Close the door and tell me everything. Leticia sat down. Esperanza Hernández, 26 years old. She works for the company Limpieza Total. She has lived in Nesaalcoyotl and the orphan family since she was 15 years old. She has no relatives, earns minimum wage, lives austerely, but does not have large debts. Rodolfo shook his head, perfect for being interested.

She must have seen Sebastian and thought, “Here’s my luck.” Honestly, sir, Leticia was hesitant. Everyone was talking good about her in the community, helping her neighbors, taking care of other people’s children. That was all a facade, Leticia. A poor woman who approaches a rich man only wants one thing. Rodolfo came to the window. My son is naive.

She thinks people are good, but I know how the world works. What do you want me to do? I want you to go to the company she works for. You present yourself as a housewife looking for a cleaning lady. You will give her a job. But for what? If she is away from Sebastian, she will forget about it.

And if it’s close to me, I’m in control of the situation. Leticia scored. How much am I giving you? 15,000 pesos per month, more than she earns. You can’t refuse it. And if you suspect anything, you’re Mrs. Silvia, the wife of a businessman. Nothing unusual. Rodolfo smiled wickedly. “Don’t mention my name, it’s our secret.

Meanwhile, Esperanza is at the house of Doña Remedios, her 70-year-old neighbor. Girl, what’s that face? Didn’t you sleep? Esperanza’s eyes are shaking from crying. I can’t sleep, Doña Remedios. I’m still thinking about everything. Tell me carefully. You cried just yesterday. Esperanza tells the whole story.

The meeting in the zócalo, the three months of courtship, the discovery of the lie. He’s been deceiving me all this time. I feel like an idiot. But, wait, the man lied about money, but he also lies about feelings. How do I know if he lied about something? Maybe he lied about everything. Doña Remedios shook her head. Esperanza, I’ve seen you for three months. You’re as happy as ever. And Matthew, he’s also pretending.

Mateo is just a kid. Exactly. Kids don’t know how to pretend. When I call you Mom, I’m really sorry. Esperanza wiped her eyes. But how can you trust someone who started it all with lies? I’m not telling you to forgive like that, maybe things aren’t that simple. Yes, they are simple. He’s rich.

I am poor. To her, I am a game. There is a knock at the door. Doña Remedios opens the door and sees a woman dressed nicely. Good afternoon. The woman knows Esperanza Hernández. It is me. Esperanza gets up. Do you need anything? That’s great. I am Silvia. I am looking for a cleaning lady to work in my house. It was recommended to me. Who recommended me? Leticia improvises.

Mrs. Marcia, who works in the building where you clean. Ah, yes. Esperanza doesn’t remember, but she didn’t ask. The work is Monday through Friday, eight hours a day. I pay 15,000 pesos a month. Esperanza opens her eyes. 15,000. That’s right. This house is big, but I travel a lot. Most of the time she’s left alone. Doña Remedios elbows Esperanza. Woman, 15,000 pesos.

Esperanza is in dire need of money. She lost her job because she had come a long way from Sebastián. You need references. No, Ms. Marcia said good things about you. It can start tomorrow. Esperanza is hesitant, but the need is overwhelming. Yes, I can. Leticia gave her the address in Polanco at eight o’clock in the evening. Ask Mr. Gilberto.

After Leticia left, Doña Remedio celebrated. 15,000 pesos of hope. This is more than double. This is strange. Why would someone I don’t even know pay so much? Stop being suspicious. You deserve this opportunity. For the first time, Esperanza smiled. She was right. I’ll take advantage of this. Meanwhile, Sebastian was in the room with Matthew.

The boy didn’t stop asking about Mama Esperanza. Dad, won’t you take that? It’s not that easy, son. Mama Esperanza is very angry with me, but you can apologize to her. I tried yesterday, remember? She didn’t want to listen to me. Matthew just kept quiet, “Dad, why did you lie to her?” Sebastian sighed because he wanted to make sure that he really loved us, not because of money. He helped us when he thought we were poor.

That doesn’t prove it’s good. Gabby was shocked by what her son had done. Yes, he was proving it. So why don’t you take him and tell him you’re stupid? Mateo, Dad, if you don’t find Mom’s hope, I’ll be sad forever. Sebastian hugged his son. It’s okay. I’ll think about how to talk to him.

Promise? Promise. But Sebastian didn’t know how he was going to make it happen. The next morning, Esperanza arrived at Polanco’s mansion at 8 a.m. It was huge, with gardens and an electric gate. The guard called inside. The new cleaning lady arrived. Entered through the service door.

A 50-year-old man, neatly dressed and with a straight face, received her. Are you hopeful? Yes, sir. I’m Mr. Gilberto. I’ll explain the rules. Esperanza doesn’t realize it, but it’s Rodolfo Montemayor in disguise. He’s changed his haircut and is wearing different glasses. First, we’re serious here. No slacking. Yes, sir. Second, I’m very demanding.

If I tell her to do something three times, she does it without complaining. Esperanza’s tone is strange, but she needs the job. Third, she doesn’t talk to other employees. We work here in silence. Understand? Rodolfo shows her the house. 12 bedrooms, eight bathrooms, three living rooms, bigger than any place she’s ever worked. He starts in the dining room.

I want everything to shine. Esperanza took the material and started. She cleaned the coffee table, wiped down each chair, arranged the glasses. An hour later, Rodolfo returned. What’s so bad about cleaning? Look, here’s a small stain. Hope. Look, it’s a microscopic mark. Excuse me, Mr. Gilberto, I’ll clean again.

Do it right the first time. Do it all over again. Esperanza cleans again. Another hour of work. Rodolfo comes back and finds another defect. The chairs are not aligned and there is dust on the lamp. But I cleaned the lamp. It contradicts me. No, sir, I’m sorry. Esperanza is cleaning for the third time. Her back is already hurting and it’s only 10 in the morning.

At lunchtime, Rodolfo told her to eat in the service area. The employees’ food was in the refrigerator. 15 minutes. Esperanza opened it and saw only a simple sandwich and juice. She ate quickly and went back to work. In the afternoon, Rodolfo invented another embarrassment. Esperanza, I dropped a plate in the kitchen. Clean.

In the kitchen, food was scattered on the floor. You obviously threw it away on purpose. Clean it up well. I don’t want a little friend. Esperanza bent down and cleaned everything up. Rodolfo stared at her cruelly. People like you were born to serve people like us. No. Esperanza stopped and looked at you. Don’t send. Continue cleaning. Inside the truck on the way home, Esperanza spoke to Doña Remedios.

How was your first day? It was tough. The boss was very demanding, but that was okay, right? The pay was worth it. Yes, I think, but Esperanza had a bad feeling. On the second day, Rodolfo stepped up the chase. The suite’s bathroom was a pig. Go and let it shine. Esperanza went upstairs. The bathroom was clean, but it did the job.

When he finished, Rodolfo appeared with dirty shoes and stepped on the wet floor. Look what a pig. Do it again. But you only made it dirty. You accuse me of taking a deep breath Esperanza. No, sir, I’ll clean. The third day got worse. Now I want to wash all the windows inside and out. That’s more than 50 windows. Esperanza works under the strong sun.

In the middle of the afternoon, Rodolfo threw dirty water on the clean window. Oops! What a sight! He had to wash it again. Esperanza looked at him with tears in her eyes, but said nothing. What was the problem? People in her class couldn’t complain about honest work. Esperanza frowned, but she kept going. She needed the work.

Rodolfo said, “Within a week he will be so broken that he will not remember my son.” At the end of the day, Esperanza went home feeling sad. Girl, what happened to you? You are horrible. Doña Remedios, that man is not normal. He humiliates me all day. All rich bosses are weird, you have to put up with it. Not only is he weird, he seems to want to see me suffer. Esperanza doesn’t know that she is right.

A week later, Esperanza was cleaning the room when she saw a picture on the table. It was of a toddler, about 5 years old with Chinese hair. She picked up the picture and her heart stopped. It was Mateo. She found something interesting. Esperanza turned around. Rodolfo was at the door with a wicked smile. I know this boy. He knows this.

Rodolfo entered the room. Interesting. Where did you meet my grandson? His grandson. Esperanza felt her legs flex. You are Rodolfo Montemayor, Sebastián’s father. It’s a pleasure to officially meet you. Esperanza put down the picture. Do you know who I am? Of course she does.

She thought it was just a coincidence, but why? Because I wanted her to know her place in the world. It was scary that Rodolfo came this far. My daughter is already excited about you, but I know what you are. An opportunist who saw a rich man and thought he had won the lottery. It’s not true, is it? So why did she agree to work here for 15,000? Why didn’t she refuse when I offered her more than she was worth? Esperanza still didn’t answer. That’s what I thought. You’re just like everyone else. Just think about the money.

You don’t know me. I know his type. My son is naive, but I know how the world works. The front door opened. Sebastian shouted, “Dad, I need to talk to you about hope.” Sebastian stood in the middle of the room, shocked. Esperanza, what are you doing here? Working for his father.

Where else could a woman be cleaning? The voice of hope was filled with pain. As Son Rodolfo said, theatrically, this is hope, a very good employee, very dedicated. Sebastian looked at his father, Esperanza. Dad, did you know that was her? Of course. And I accepted her exactly for that.

How? Because I want to show both of us what her position is in our family. Esperanza took the bucket and the rag. If you’ll let me, I have to finish my work. Pag-asa. Just wait. Sebastian tried to speak. We have nothing more to talk about, Boss. You told me everything yesterday at the restaurant, but I can explain it to you. Explain what? That she took me to her father’s house to embarrass me even more, to show that I’m just an employee. I didn’t know you worked here. I don’t know.

Esperanza laughed bitterly. Of course not, because a millionaire would worry about a poor cleaning lady. Rodolfo was satisfied. Hope. Sebastian tried to come closer. Listen. No. Esperanza walked away. I’ve heard a lot. I’ve heard lies for three months, but there are no ifs and buts. Now I know where I stand. Her father made it clear to me.

Esperanza headed into the kitchen. Sebastian followed her. My father doesn’t represent what I think. No. Why didn’t he just speak up when he said my duty was to serve you? Sebastian was left without an answer. That’s what I thought. Esperanza shook her head. You’re both. We’re not equal. Yes, they are.

Ang pagkakaiba lang ay ang kanyang ama, hindi bababa sa, ay tapat sa kanyang paghamak. Kinuha ni Esperanza ang kanyang mga gamit at nagtungo sa pintuan. Saan ka pupunta? Aalis na ako. Hindi ako mananatiling mapahiya sa iyo. At trabaho. Tumigil si Esperanza at tumingin kay Sebastian. Manatili sa trabaho. Maaaring mahirap ako, pero may dignidad pa rin ako. Lumabas siya at isinara ang pinto.

Nanatili si Sebastian sa living room kasama ang kanyang ama. Sabi ni Rodolfo, “Sinabi ko sa iyo na gusto ko lang ng pera. Sa unang kahirapan ay umalis na siya. Sinadya mong gawin ito. Oo, ginawa ko ito at gagawin ko ito muli. Ngayon ay nakita mo na ang kanyang tunay na pagkatao. Napatingin si Sebastian sa kanyang ama na may pagkasuklam. Ang tanging karakter na nakita ko ay ang pagpapahiya mo sa isang babaeng nagtatrabaho.

Sebastian, ayoko nang magsalita. Umalis si Sebastián na iniwan si Rodolfo na nag-iisa, ngunit nasisiyahan. Hinding-hindi na muling makarinig si Esperanza sa kanyang anak. Sa mga sumunod na araw, sinimulan ni Rodolfo ang ikalawang bahagi ng plano. Alam niyang mahal pa rin ni Sebastian si Esperanza at kaya niyang subukang mabawi ito. Kailangan nitong magtanim ng lason sa magkabilang panig.

Nagtungo si Rodolfo sa Nesahualcoyotl, iniwan ang marangyang kotse sa malayo at naglakad papunta sa bahay ni Esperanza. Esperanza, ako si Rodolfo Montemayor. Binuksan ni Esperanza ang pinto na may pangit na mukha. Ano ang gusto mo dito? Gusto kong makipag-usap. Pwede ba akong pumasok? Maaari siyang magsalita doon. Lumapit ako sa kanya para sabihin sa kanya ang isang bagay na mahalaga. Tumawid si Esperanza sa kanyang mga braso. Ano? Ang aking anak na lalaki ay kasintahan ni Fernanda Aranda. Ikakasal sila sa Disyembre.

Nakaramdam si Esperanza ng saksak sa dibdib, ngunit hindi niya ito ipinakita. At ano ang kinalaman nito sa akin? Wala. Naisip ko lang na dapat kong malaman para hindi siya umasa. Kinuha ni Rodolfo ang kanyang cellphone at ipinakita sa kanya ang mga larawan. Ang mga ito ay mga larawan ni Sebastián kasama ang isang magandang babae sa mga social event. Ang mga larawang ito ay mula kagabi.

Sabay silang nagtungo sa opening ng isang restaurant. Tiningnan ni Esperanza ang mga larawan. Nakangiti si Sebastian sa tabi ng babae. Mukhang komportable sila. Tulad ng sinabi ko sa kanya, para lang hindi siya umasa. Hindi ako umaasa sa anumang bagay. “Okay lang, naiintindihan naman natin ang isa’t isa. Nag-iwan ng pag-asa si Rodolfo. Hindi niya alam na ang mga larawan ay dalawang taon na ang nakararaan bago niya ito nakilala.

Sa araw ding iyon, hinanap ni Rodolfo si Sebastián sa kompanya. Anak, gusto kong ikuwento sa iyo ang tungkol sa babaeng naglilinis na iyon. Ayokong pag-usapan ang tungkol sa pag-asa. Ngunit kailangan mong malaman ang isang bagay. Sabi niya sa kanya, boyfriend at girlfriend ka na. Itinaas ni Sebastian ang kanyang mga mata. Ano ang sinasabi niya na ipinangako mo sa kanya na pakakasalan mo siya? Ginagamit niya ang iyong pangalan upang makuha ang mga bagay-bagay.

Anong uri ng mga bagay? Mga pautang. Pinagkakatiwalaan sa merkado. Nakakatanggap ako ng mga tawag mula sa mga taong nangongolekta ng kanilang mga utang. Nakasimangot si Sebastian. Sa palagay ko hindi niya gagawin iyon. Sebastian, ikaw ay walang muwang. Nakita niya ang pagkakataon at sinasamantala niya ito. Ipinakita sa kanya ni Rodolfo ang mga papeles. Tingnan dito, tatlong pautang sa iyong pangalan. Hinawakan niya ang iyong pirma. Peke ang mga papeles, pero hindi ito alam ni Sebastian.

Sinabi niya na ikakasal na sila at magbabayad ka mamaya. Kinuha ni Sebastian ang mga papeles, hindi makapaniwala. Hindi ako makapaniwala, kaya maniwala ka. At may higit pa. Sinasabi niya sa mga kapitbahay na ikaw ang ama ng anak na inaasahan niya. Sinong bata ang nagdadalang-tao, Sebastian? Sabi niya, ikaw ang tatay. Namutla si Sebastian. Buntis.

Oo, ngunit huwag mag-alala. Tumawag sila para mag-imbestiga. Ang tatay ay isang lalaking nakasama ko bago kita nakilala. Nabigla si Sebastian. Naiintindihan mo kung bakit ayaw niyang magalit ka sa kanya. Ang mga taong tulad nito ay nagdudulot lamang ng mga problema. Hindi ako makapaniwala. Sabi nga ni Sarah, nag-aabang ka na lang sa kanya. Ngayon ito ay ginagamit upang makakuha ng sumulong. Nalilito si Sebastian.

Sa isang banda, ayaw niyang maniwala. Sa kabilang banda, ang ebidensya ay tila kapani-paniwala. Ano ang dapat kong gawin? Wala. Huwag pansinin ito nang lubusan. Hindi nagtagal ay pagod na siya at maghahanap ng isa pang hangal. Samantala, si Esperanza ay nasa bahay ni Doña Remedios. Ipinakita niya sa akin ang mga larawan ni Sebastian kasama ang isang magandang babae. Ikakasal sila sa Disyembre. Naku, girl, nakakalungkot. Alam ko na ito, Doña Remedios.

Ang mga mayayamang lalaki ay hindi nag-aasawa ng mga babaeng naglilinis, ngunit sinabi mo na mahal ka niya. Pag-ibig. Tumawa nang mapait si Esperanza. Nakikipaglaro lang siya sa akin. Ngayon ay bumalik na siya sa realidad. Paano kung kausapin mo siya para ipaliwanag ang iyong panig? Wala nang maipaliwanag. Nagsinungaling siya. Nalaman ko. Tapos na. Pinunasan ni Esperanza ang kanyang mga mata. Mas maganda sa ganoong paraan. Hinding-hindi ako makakapasok sa mundo niya.

Don’t say that. This is the truth. I’m a cleaning lady. He’s a millionaire. This doesn’t exist in the real world. Esperanza doesn’t know that Sebastian is suffering like her and that all the information is Rodolfo’s lies. The villain’s plan works perfectly. Two weeks later, Rodolfo realizes that the plan is not complete.

Sebastian is still sad. He asks the employees for hope. Mateo doesn’t stop crying as he asks Mother for hope. I have to deliver the final blow. think of something that will really destroy Sebastian. He calls Leticia. I need another favor. What is it, Lord? I hope you find Esperanza again.

Make up any story and bring it here. She doesn’t want to come back. Yes, she would. Offer her $25,000 to do the cleaning on the weekend. A poor woman can’t refuse. On Saturday, Leticia rang the doorbell of Esperanza’s house. Hope. I’m Silvia, do you remember? Esperanza opened suspiciously. What do you want? I have a proposal. Weekend work. 25,000 for two days.

Esperanza opened her eyes. 25,000. Yes. My husband has a party on Monday. I need the house to be perfect. Esperanza was hesitant, she knew it was risky, but 25,000 was a lot of money. What kind of work? General cleaning, polishing silver, crystal, fixing everything. Tough, but well paid.

Mr. Gilberto is there, right? He went on a trip, it’s just you and me at home. Esperanza took a deep breath. I do. On Saturday morning, Esperanza arrived at the mansion. Leticia showed her what to do. You start in the dining room, then in the living room. Mr. Gilberto wanted everything to be perfect. I thought he was on a trip. He left, but left instructions.

Esperanza started working, cleaning the entire room, polishing every silver object, fixing the windows. At noon, Leticia disappeared without warning. Esperanza was still alone. Around five in the afternoon, Rodolfo arrived in the room. He had a very expensive gold watch on his hand. I hope, it’s a good thing you came. Esperanza became tense. I thought he was traveling. Change of plans.

I’m here to look for things. Rodolfo put his watch on the table and left. Keep working. Don’t worry about me. Esperanza finished the living room and looked for materials in the kitchen. When she returned, the clock was no longer on the table. Strange, she thought. He must have taken it.

Around 6:00 pm the hope of Rodolfo returning with Sebastián would end. Son, I came to teach you something important. Sebastián entered and saw Esperanza. Esperanza, what are you doing here? Working. Mrs. Silvia hired me for a special cleaning. What is Mrs. Silvia? Rodolfo was interrupted. Sebastian, that’s not why I called you. He looked at Esperanza pretending to be worried.

Esperanza, where is the watch I left on this table? Which watch? A gold watch that I put here before I left. It’s very important. I don’t know. When I came back from the kitchen, I wasn’t here anymore. Interesting. Rodolfo pretended to be thinking. It’s just you and me in the house. Esperanza was nervous. He was implying that I had taken it.

I’m not doubting, I just see that the watch is gone. Sebastian looked at her incomprehensibly. Can I check your bag? Rodolfo asked. Of course. Check everything. Esperanza took the bag and placed it on the table. You can check. Rodolfo opened the bag and looked at the items. Suddenly he took out the gold watch. Just look what I found.

Esperanza is paralyzed. I didn’t put it there. Someone put it there. Like this. And who is it? You. You put it there. I. Rodolfo pretended to be angry. Why would I do that? Sebastián looked at the watch in his father’s hand, then at Esperanza. Esperanza, how did this watch get into your bag? I don’t know. And, I swear to you that it’s worth what you’ll pay :). Sebastián Rodolfo said in a sad voice, I’m sorry you had to see this, but now you know who he really is.

I didn’t steal. He put it all together. Sebastian looked into her eyes with hope. For a second he hesitated, but weeks of her father’s lies were taking effect. Hope, I’m disappointed. I thought you were different. Sebastian, do you really think I would do this? Here’s the evidence. Esperanza felt like the world was falling apart around her. So, that was it.

Through everything we’ve been through, believe your father and not me. Hope. No, get your things. You don’t need to say anything more. I understand everything. Esperanza came to the door. Where are you going? I’m leaving and this time forever. She went out and closed the door. Sebastian was still standing next to his father. Son, I know it’s hard, but it’s better for me to know now. He seemed sincere.

People like this are good at pretending. That’s why I warned you from the beginning. Sebastian shook his head, confused and sad. Come on, let’s go. Rodolfo put his hand on his son’s shoulder. Tomorrow, I’ll buy a cellphone for Mateo. It will help you distract yourself. They left the room. Rodolfo hid Victoria’s smile. His plan was working perfectly.

Now Sebastian will never see Esperanza again in his life. Outside the mansion, Esperanza walks down the street crying. She feels like she has lost everything, the love of her life and trust in a world where she believes good always wins. But what she doesn’t know is that an eight-year-old boy is listening to everything from the stairs.

And Mateo Montemayor recently discovered that his grandfather was a very bad person. A month after the clock trap, Esperanza is in a desperate situation. Rodolfo has spread the word throughout the city that he is a thief. No company wants to hire him. I’m sorry, Esperanza, but I can’t give you a job. Don Ronaldo, owner of a small company, says. I received a call saying that you are a thief from the bosses.

“Father, Ronaldo, you’ve known me for years. Yes, I know you, but I can’t risk my company. Esperanza came out of there broke. This is the fifth company to turn her down this week. At home, Doña Remedios is worried. Girl, aren’t you eating well? You’re so thin, I’m not hungry. What do you mean you don’t have one? You’ve hardly eaten these past few days.

For only 100, 150 pesos, Esperanza gets a loose cleaning job. She barely has enough to buy food. Doña Remedios, I think I have to go back to the village. How? I can’t find a job here. I have to leave. “Girl, your life is here. What a life! No one gives me work. I need it. Esperanza felt a sharp pain in her stomach and felt dizzy.

Doña Remedios ran to support her. Esperanza, what happened to you? I’m a little dizzy. Maybe it’s because I’m hungry. Doña Remedios made some tea, but the dizziness didn’t go away. Esperanza passed out on the sofa. Help, someone help me! The neighbors are hoping for help at the health center.

Doña Esperanza, kailan ang huli mong regla? Tanong ng doktor. Mga dalawang buwan na ang nakararaan, Doktor. Ngunit dapat itong maging stress. Hihingi po ako ng blood test. Dahil sa mga sintomas nito, maaaring buntis ang babae. Makalipas ang isang oras, kinumpirma ito ng resulta. Isang buwang buntis si Esperanza. Doc, sigurado po ba kayo? Ganap na binabati kita. Hindi alam ni Esperanza kung iiyak ba siya sa tuwa o mawawalan ng pag-asa. Buntis siya kay Sebastián, pero ayaw man lang niya itong makita.

Doc, paano kung hindi ako karapat-dapat na palakihin ang batang ito? Kailangang kumain ng maayos ang dalaga. Ang iyong sanggol ay nangangailangan ng mga sustansya. Pero wala akong pera. Saklaw ng IMS ang prenatal care. Ngunit ang diyeta ay dapat na mapabuti kaagad. Umuwi si Esperanza na may hawak na pagsusulit.

Ano ang sinabi ng doktor? Buntis ako, Mrs. Remedios. Buntis kay Sebastián. Maaari lamang itong maging sa kanya. Niyakap ni Doña Remedios si Esperanza. Ano ang isang kagalakan. Magiging step-lola ako. Doña Remedios, paano ko palakihin ang isang batang ganyan? Halos hindi ko na kailangang kumain. Nagawa na namin, girl. Palagi naming pinamamahalaan, ngunit ngayon ay naiiba na.

Isa siyang inosenteng bata. Tiningnan ni Esperanza ang pagsusulit. Paano ko sasabihin kay Sebastian, “Kinapopootan niya ako? Ang anak ay anak na may pag-asa. May karapatan siyang malaman. Wala siyang anuman. Akala niya ay nag-imbento ako para kumita ng pera. Si Esperanza ang nagpapatuloy sa pagsusulit. Walang sinuman ang makakaalam nito, hindi man lang sa ngayon. Samantala, nasa kuwarto si Sebastian kasama si Matthew.

May bago na namang cellphone ang binata, pero nalulungkot pa rin siya. Tatay, bakit hindi na dumarating si Mama Esperanza Anak, napag-usapan na natin ‘yan. Hindi na babalik si Mama Esperanza. Ngunit bakit ito napakahusay? Kumplikado ito, Mateo. Minsan ang mga tao ay hindi kung ano ang hitsura nila, ngunit sigurado ako na magaling siya. Mateo, dad, kakausapin kita sa cellphone ko. Hindi, mas malakas ang pagsasalita ni Sebastian.

Hindi ka makikipag-usap sa kanya. Natatakot si Mateo. Pasensya na mijo, hindi ko sinasadyang sumigaw sa iyo, pero mas mabuting kalimutan na lang si Mama Esperanza. Hindi ko malilimutan. Kinuha ni Mateo ang cellphone at tumakbo palabas ng pasilyo, at nakasalubong ang kanyang lolo. Saan ka tumatakbo? Nalulungkot ako, Lolo. Bakit? Para kay Mama Esperanza. Sabi ni Daddy, hindi na siya babalik. Yumuko si Rodolfo. Mas maganda pa sa ganoong paraan, Matthew. Wala siyang silbi.

Paano? Siya ay isang masamang tao. Sinubukan niyang magnakaw sa amin. Nakasimangot si Mateo. Sa palagay ko hindi. Palagi siyang mabait sa akin. May mga pagkakataon na ang mga tao ay nagkukunwaring mabait, anak. Hindi ito totoo. Galit na tumakbo si Mateo sa kanyang silid, binuksan ang kanyang cellphone at nagsimulang maglaro. Alamin na maaari itong magrekord ng mga pag-uusap. “Anak, ako na mismo ang kumanta.

He recorded several things. Your own voice, noises from the house, conversations from employees. Mateo doesn’t know it, but he just discovered a powerful weapon against his grandfather. Two weeks later, Esperanza is two months pregnant. She works hiding her belly, but she always hurts.

Now she is cleaning the house of Doña Soledad, a kind woman. Hope, are you okay? You seem strange. Yes, I am fine, Doña Soledad, just tired. Would you like a glass of water? Something to eat? You don’t need it. In the middle of cleaning, Esperanza felt very dizzy and ran to the bathroom. Doña Soledad was behind her. Girl, what happened to you? I must have eaten something. Esperanza, can I ask you a question? Yes.

Are you pregnant? Esperanza is skeptical. Doña Soledad has always been kind to her. Yes, I’ve been here for two months. What a joy. And the father, he doesn’t know and he won’t know. How? Why? It’s complicated, Mrs. Soledad, we’re fighting. He doesn’t want to see me anymore, but the child is already a child. In this case, she won’t think that taking the money was a lie. Doña Soledad is worried.

Esperanza, is your food delicious? I’m trying. There’s nothing to deal with. You’re so thin. Come to the kitchen. Doña Soledad, prepared a plate of food. Eat it all and take this tapper home. You don’t have to. Yes, it’s necessary. You eat lunch here every time you come to work. Esperanza is very happy. Thank you very much. You’re welcome. Women need to help each other.

Meanwhile, Mateo is in the garden when he hears his grandfather talking on the phone. Rodolfo is on the terrace and believes that no one is listening to him. Ricardo, that’s me. Yes, about that cleaning lady. They can’t give her a job anyway because she steals, so it’s not gossip. I saw it with my own eyes.

Mateo is hiding behind a tree. Tell everyone. That woman can’t find a job anywhere. She tried to take advantage of my son. Exactly. Interested. Mateo is shocked. His grandfather talks badly about Mama Esperanza. If anyone asks, tell them she stole the watch here. It’s not a lie. Well, it’s not a complete lie. Mateo takes out his cellphone and starts recording.

The important thing is that he is far from Sebastian. I can’t let my son mix with people like that. I have to protect my family from that benefit. Mateo wrote everything down. He didn’t fully understand, but he knew his grandfather was being unfair. When Rodolfo hung up, Mateo ran to his room.

I’m going to show my father this recording. But when she looked for her father, she found him talking to Rodolfo in the living room. Sarah, stop worrying about that woman. Dad, I love her. You love lies. I just want your money. However, it’s hard to forget. Forget it. Fernanda is interested in meeting you. Mateo stood in the doorway and listened. He decided not to show the recording yet.

He wanted to understand better. I didn’t want to meet Fernanda or anyone else. “Sir, you have responsibilities. You can’t suffer for a cleaning lady. She’s not just a cleaning lady. She’s, what? An interested party.” Mateo tapped his cellphone. He was recording this conversation too. Dad, sometimes I think you’re too proud. Maybe Esperanza didn’t steal.

What do you mean? I took the watch out of his bag. Yes, but it seems strange to me. Strange. Are you doubting me? No, that’s not it. I’m your father, I only want the best for you. Mateo recorded everything and left quietly. In his room he listened to the recordings again.

Grandpa is lying to my father and spreading lies about Mama Esperanza. Mateo doesn’t know what to do. It’s just a child against a powerful elder. But he knows one thing, Mother Hope is good and she doesn’t deserve it. I will find out more and prove that Grandpa is a liar. Mateo takes away his cellphone. Their secret mission begins. Two months later.

Mateo is getting sadder. He’s not eating properly, he’s not playing. He spends all his time in his room. Sebastian is worried. Matthew, what’s wrong with you? You’re weird. Nothing, Dad. How come nothing? You’ve barely left your room this week. I’m playing with my cell phone. But mijo, kids need to play other things, run, play soccer.

I don’t feel it. Sebastian sat on the bed. Mateo, do you still think about Mama Esperanza? Mateo looked at him with sad eyes. I always think about her. “Son, we’ve talked about that. Papa, what if she didn’t steal? What? What if Grandpa made a mistake?” Sebastian was surprised.

Why are you saying that? I don’t know, I’m just asking. Your grandfather saw the watch in his bag. But what if someone put it there? Son, who would do that? Mateo almost spoke, but he stopped. It’s not the time yet. I don’t know, I’m just thinking. Sebastian hugged his son. I know you love him. I do too, but sometimes people stress us out.

Dad, do you still love her? Sebastián hesitated. It’s complicated. Do you love her or don’t you love her? Mateo, tell the truth. Sebastian sighed. Yes, I love her, even though I know she’s cheating on me. Mateo was encouraging. So why don’t you do it? Because I can’t do it anymore, son. A lot has happened, but if you love each other, she won’t love me anymore. After all, Mateo hugged his father.

Dad, I’m sure Mama Esperanza still loves us. The next week, Mateo started getting sick. You coughed a lot, you had a high fever, you couldn’t breathe well. Sebastian took him to the doctor. Doctor, my son has a bad cough. The doctor checked Matthew. It’s pneumonia. He needs to stay in the hospital. Boarding school. Yes.

The lungs are compromised in the Mateo hospital which is getting worse. The fever is not coming down. Raves. Mama Esperanza, where is Mama Esperanza? Sebastian stayed by the bed. My son is here, Papa is here. I want Mama Hope. She sang to me. Matthew, she can’t come. Why doesn’t she love me anymore? Sebastian didn’t know what to answer. He saw his son disappear. Doc, are you feeling better? We are doing everything we can, but it is very down. Sometimes children respond more when the person they are looking for is there.

How do you ask for hope for a mother? Is it possible to bring it? Sebastian was left behind in the battle. It’s complicated, Mr. Sebastián. Your son could be in danger. If someone could give him strength, Sebastian left desperately. He called his father. Dad, Mateo is really bad. Just ask for hope.

And you’re thinking about calling him. I don’t know what to do. The doctor said you could die. Sebastian, don’t do that. But what if Mateo? Mateo will be fine, Papa. What if it’s not right? Will I forgive myself? Rodolfo is nervous. If Sebastián calls for hope, the plan will be lost. Son, you’re desperate. You’re not thinking straight. Maybe it’s time to think with your heart.

Sebastian turned around, he was standing in front of the hospital, he had to make a decision. Back in the room. Mateo was even worse, almost unconscious. Mama Esperanza, come back. Sebastian couldn’t take it anymore. Nurse, I have to go out. Of course, Sir, we’ll talk to you about anything. Sebastián went straight to Nesa Coyotl.

He was no longer proud, he was just afraid of losing his son. Knocked on the door. Doña Remedios answered. Sebastian. Mrs. Reynaldo, I need to speak with hope. It’s urgent. He wasn’t there. He went to work. Where? At Doña Soledad’s house in Roma Norte. Sebastian led the way and ran away. At Doña Soledad’s house. Esperanza was cleaning when the landlady shouted.

Esperanza, may isang lalaki na gustong makipag-usap sa iyo. Lumapit si Esperanza sa pintuan at nakita si Sebastian. Ang kanyang puso ay tumibok. Sebastian, anong ginagawa mo dito? Pag-asa. Alam kong kinamumuhian mo ako, pero si Mateo ay may sakit na malubha. Matthew, ano na nga ba ang nangyari sa kanya? Malubhang pulmonya. Naospital siya at hinihingi ka lang niya. Naging maputla si Esperanza. Okay lang.

Sabi ng doktor, pwede kang mamatay. Hindi nag-aalinlangan si Esperanza. Dalhin mo na ako sa ospital ngayon. Pupunta ka pagkatapos ng lahat. Mahal na mahal ko ang batang ito nang higit pa sa buhay ko. Syempre pupunta ako. Lumitaw si Doña Soledad. Pag-asa. B. Binibigyan kita ng pahintulot at hindi kita binawasan mula sa pagbabayad. Sa loob ng kotse, tinanong ni Esperanza kung paano siya nagkasakit. Hindi ko alam. Nalungkot ako. Tumigil siya sa pagkain, naglalaro. Malungkot.

Bakit, Sebastian, tumingin sa kanya para sa iyo. Hindi siya tumigil sa pagtatanong tungkol sa iyo sa loob ng isang araw. Naramdaman ni Esperanza ang pag-ikot ng kanyang puso at naiisip ang 4 na buwang gulang na sanggol na dinadala niya sa kanyang sinapupunan. Sa ospital, tumakbo si Esperanza papunta sa silid. Si Mateo ay maputla sa mga konektadong aparato. Diyos ko. Hinawakan ni Mateo ang mainit niyang kamay.

Si Mateo ay si Mama Esperanza. Nandito ako, mahal ko. Dahan-dahang binuksan ni Mateo ang kanyang mga mata. Mama Esperanza, relate ka na ba Oo, bumalik ako, aking prinsipe, at hindi ako aalis hangga’t hindi ka gumaling. Akala ko hindi mo na ako gusto. Pinigilan ni Esperanza ang kanyang mga luha. Paano mo maiisip iyon? Mahal na mahal kita higit sa anupaman. Talagang, kung gayon, bakit ka umalis? Ito ay isang problema ng matanda, mahal ko, ngunit hindi na ito mahalaga. Ngumiti si Mateo sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon sa loob ng ilang araw.

Mananatili ka ba dito? Mananatili ako. Kailangan nilang sapilitang alisin ako. Pinagmamasdan ni Sebastian mula sa pintuan. Sa loob ng 5 minuto, nakamit ni Esperanza ang hindi magawa ng mga doktor, na ang reaksyon ni Mateo. Mama Esperanza, kantahin mo ba sa akin ang kantang gusto ko? Sigurado, mahal ko.

Mahinang kumakanta si Esperanza ng lullaby. Nagpahinga si Mateo at nakatulog nang walang delirium. Dumating ang doktor na humahanga. Hay, ang mga vital signs ay bumuti nang malaki. Doc, gumaling na po ba kayo? Tanong ni Esperanza, “Kung magpapatuloy ito nang ganito, oo. Ano ang ginawa nila?” “Dumating na po si Mommy Hope.” Sagot naman ni Sebastian.

Kaya kailangan niyang manatili kahit papaano hanggang sa siya ay gumaling. Si Esperanza ay gumugugol ng gabi sa pagkanta, pagkukuwento, pakikipag-usap kay Mateo. Nanatili si Sebastian sa sofa at nanonood. Tingnan kung paano inaalagaan ni Esperanza ang kanyang anak nang may tunay na pag-ibig. Paano maaaring magnakaw ang isang taong nagmamahal nang husto, sa palagay niya. Sa ikalawang araw, mas maganda na si Mateo. Naglalaro siya nang may pag-asa, tumawa, kumakain nang maayos.

Mom, Esperanza, why did you and Dad fight? Esperanza looked at Sebastián. It’s complicated, my dear. They love each other very much, don’t they? I know they love each other. I saw it in her eyes. Esperanza turned red. Sebastian too. Son, it’s not that simple. Why not? If they love each other, they’ll get married and that’s it. Because things happened. What things? Things you can’t understand.

Mateo was serious. Dad, can I tell you a secret? What secret? It could be in front of Mama Esperanza. It could be. I know Grandpa lied about him. Sebastián tensed. How? I could hear it on the phone. He was saying Mama Esperanza was a thief, but he said, “It’s not a lie.” Well, it wasn’t a complete lie. Sebastian felt like the world was spinning around him.

Are you sure what you’re hearing? I’m sure. And I recorded it. You recorded it. Mateo took out his cellphone. Do you want to listen? Sebastian held it with a shaking hand. He was listening to the recording and he was stunned. Lord God, when was this? After Mama Esperanza left, Esperanza listened and was paralyzed. So it was a trap.

Esperanza, Sebastián doesn’t know what to say. You don’t have to say anything. I know you trust your father because he’s your family, but he should have trusted you. Sebastian, just let it go. What matters is Mateo. I’m not leaving him like that. Sebastian held her hand. Forgive me, I was a fool. Sebastian, forgive me, please. I love you.

Esperanza looked him in the eyes. I love you too. I never stopped loving you. So, will they come back? Mateo asked excitedly. Son, it’s complicated. It doesn’t make sense. They love each other. I love them. That. Esperanza laughed. If only it were that easy. Yes, it’s easy. Mommy Esperanza, marry my father. Esperanza blushed. Papa, marry him already. Sebastián blushed too. Son, it’s not like that. Yes, it’s like that. Ask.

Sebastián looked at Esperanza. Esperanza, will you marry me? Sebastian, are you asking me because Mateo told you I’m not asking you because I love you and I don’t want to live without you. Esperanza hesitated. She wanted to say a lot. Sebastian, I have something to tell you. What? Esperanza took a deep breath. I’m pregnant. Sebastian was paralyzed.

4 months pregnant. The baby is yours. Mateo jumped on the bed. I’m going to have a little brother. Yes, you will, my love. Sebastian was still processing the information. Why didn’t you tell me? Because you hate me. You thought getting the money was a lie. Hope. Sebastian held her hand.

Forgive me for all the doubts, for all the suffering. Forgive me also for hiding the pregnancy. They kissed for the first time in months. Mateo clapped his hands. Now I will have a father, a mother and a younger brother. The next day, Mateo left the hospital. As he left, Sebastian made a decision. Esperanza, let’s go to my house. I need to settle accounts with my father.

Sebastian, I don’t know if that’s a good idea. Yes, it’s a good idea. He needs to be held accountable for what he did. Papa, Grandpa will be angry. Mateo asked, yes, he will be angry, mijo, but sometimes you have to face the bad guys. In the mansion, Rodolfo was in the office when he heard the car. he went out to meet his son and saw Sebastian coming in with hope and Mateo.

What does this mean? Why is this woman here in my house? Dad, we need to talk. I can’t talk about her. If you have many. Sebastian entered the room with hope and Mateo. Rodolfo was still angry. Sebastian, are you crazy about everything this woman has done, dad, sit there and listen to me. I won’t listen to anything. Mateo approached his grandfather.

Grandpa, do you want to hear something interesting? What happened, son? Mateo turned on his cellphone. Listen to me. This, the sound of the recording. Rodolfo’s voice, tell everyone. He can’t find a job. It’s not a lie. Well, it’s not a complete lie. Rodolfo turned pale.

Matthew, where did you get that? I watched it while you were talking on the phone. Papa Sebastian is difficult to talk to. Explain this record. Can I explain? No, then, explain why it is not a complete lie. Rodolfo was left without an answer. You put everything together to make hope look like a thief. “Sir, I did this for your good. For my own good. Sebastian is very angry. You ruined the life of an innocent person. He is worthless. He is an interested party.

Interested. Dad. She’s four months pregnant and hasn’t told me. If she’s interested, she doesn’t hide it. Rodolfo was stunned. Pregnant. Yes. But she’s not looking for me. Sebastian, don’t you understand? Yes, I understand. You lied, manipulated, ruined our happiness with false perceptions. This isn’t false perceptions, this is protection.

Protect from what? A woman who loves our Mateo more than life itself. Rodolfo looked at Esperanza who was silent. And you won’t say anything. Esperanza stood up. Yes, I will. You humiliated me, persecuted me, spread lies, I almost starved to death. Hope. But you know what? I forgave her. Rodolfo was shocked.

Have you forgiven me? I forgave him because holding onto resentment only hurts and I want to be happy with my family. Papa Sebastian speaks sternly. From now on, things will be different. How? Esperanza will be my wife, the mother of my children, and you will respect her. What if you don’t accept me? Sebastian looked his father in the eye, so you lost a child and you will be alone for the rest of your life.

Rodolfo remained silent because he knew he had lost the battle. His manipulation had been discovered and now he had to live with the consequences. Sebastián hugged Esperanza and Mateo. Come on. We have a wedding to plan. A month after the confrontation, Sebastián found Esperanza at Doña Soledad’s house. She was five months pregnant. Her belly was already noticeable. I hope, I need to talk to you. Hello, Sebastian.

What happened? I have something to ask you. Marry me. Esperanza stopped cleaning and looked at him. Sebastian, no, let me talk. I know I hurt you. I know I hesitated when to trust, but I love you so much. I know you love me. So why are you hesitating? Esperanza sat down in a chair. I’m afraid, Sebastian, of being hurt again.

You won’t suffer, I promise. How can you promise that? Your father still lives in the same house as you. Sebastian sat down next to him. Hope. When I found out about his lies, our relationship changed. He knew he had lost respect for me, but he was still your father.

Yes, but you will be my wife, the mother of my children. And that is more important. Esperanza placed her hand on her stomach and if she tried to separate us again, she wouldn’t be able to. Now I knew who she really was. Sebastian wasn’t the only one who worried about me. What else? I was a poor cleaning lady, pregnant, who lived in the neighborhood. You were a millionaire. How would this work? Sebastian held her hand.

Hope, do you think this matters to me? You don’t. But what about other people, your friends, your partners? I don’t care about other people. I’m sorry if I sound like that, but it’s the truth. Esperanza laughed for the first time. You almost said a dirty word. Next to nothing. I just said I don’t care what other people think.

“Of course, that’s hard, huh?” After a while, Mateo seemed to be entering the house. Mom, Esperanza, Dad, they’re here. Hello, my prince. Esperanza hugged the child. Mommy Esperanza, will you marry my dad? I’m still thinking about that, my love. But why do they love each other? It’s complicated, it’s not complicated at all. Mateo turned to his father.

Dad, tell her that we’re going to be a family. Sebastian smiled. Mateo, the mother’s hope, must be sure. Sure of what? That everything will be fine. Mateo held the hand of hope. Mom Esperanza, I promise to take care of you and my little brother forever. Esperanza was overjoyed. Oh, my love.

And my father also promised, didn’t he, father And, I swear to you that what you’re going to pay is worth it :). Mateo looked at Esperanza. And you promise that you’ll never leave. Esperanza looked at the boy, then at Sebastián. Promise. So, it’s decided. They’re going to get married. Esperanza laughed. Okay, I agree to marry you two. Sebastián hugged her. Seriously, seriously, but on one condition.

Which one? The wedding will be simple, without excesses. As you wish. Mateo jumped for joy. I will have a real family. Doña Soledad came out of the room. What a scandal this is? Doña Soledad, they are getting married. Mateo shouted. It is beautiful. Congratulations. Thank you, Doña Soledad. Esperanza, you deserve to be happy. You too, young man. Take good care of yourselves. Let’s take care of ourselves. Sebastian replied.

On the way home. Mateo didn’t stop talking. Dad, when is the wedding? We still don’t know, son. We have to arrange it. Maybe next week. Esperanza laughed. Don’t worry, Mateo, weddings take time to arrange, but I want it to happen as soon as possible. Why? I want everyone to know that you are my real mother.

Esperanza was very happy. You consider me your mother. From the first day I met you, Sebastian looked in the mirror. I also loved you very much from the first day. Even though you found out that I was poor, especially when I found out because I saw that you really loved me, not because of my money. Aren’t you afraid that people will say bad things about me? Let them talk.

The important thing is that we are happy. Mateo clapped. That and those who didn’t like it to put up with it. Sebastián and Esperanza laughed at the child’s spontaneity. Dad, can I tell you something? Of course, Grandpa has been sad since that day. Sebastián was serious.

How? He barely left his room and when he did, he walked around with an angry face. Mateo, your grandfather is going through a hard time. Yes. Why? Because he did some bad things and now he’s sorry. He’s already apologized to Mama Esperanza. Sebastián looked at Esperanza. Not yet. Then you have to ask for forgiveness. Son, it’s not that easy. Why not? When I do something wrong, tell me to apologize.

Esperanza intervened. Your grandfather is so proud. It’s hard for him to admit he was wrong. But if he doesn’t apologize, how can they reconcile? We’ll reconcile in our own way, my love. But it would be better if I apologized, wouldn’t it? Esperanza and Sebastian looked at each other. The boy was right, but they knew that Rodolfo would never embarrass himself.

Even more beautiful, my child, even more beautiful. Two weeks later, the wedding preparations are in full swing. Esperanza is 5 and a half months pregnant and radiant. Doña Remedios helped choose the dress. Girl, you are beautiful, pregnant and a girlfriend, what a joy. Thank you, Mrs. Remedios. You are my real family and I always will be, but now you will have a big family. It is true.

Esperanza tried on a simple but elegant dress. What do you think? Perfect. You will be the most beautiful bride in Mexico City. Meanwhile, Sebastian was in the office when Mateo arrived holding his cellphone. Dad, can I teach you something? Sure, my son. Do you still remember the records I made with Grandpa? I do. There are many more.

Sebastian was surprised. How? Did I continue to record this secretly? Do you want to listen? Mateo opened his cellphone. It was a conversation between Rodolfo on the phone. Mr. Carballo, I need a favor. It’s about my son. He’s going to marry a worthless woman. I want you to investigate this. Look for anything, debts, legal problems, whatever.

Sebastian was stunned. When was this? Yesterday I was in the office. The recording continues. I don’t care how much it costs. I want to prove that he is no good for my family. If you can’t find anything, invent something. This isn’t the first time we’ve done this. Sebastian hung up his cellphone angrily. He wasn’t giving up. Papa, Lolo is in a bad mood. I don’t know what to think of him, Mijo.

Are you going to tell Mama Esperanza? Seb. He hesitated, “I don’t know, she’s already stressed about the wedding, but she needs to know why. Because they’re family. Families don’t keep secrets.” Sebastian was impressed by his son’s wisdom. You’re right. That night Sebastian went home with hope. Hello, babe. What happened? You seem strange.

I have something to tell you. Esperanza is worried. Did something happen? It’s about my father. He’s not giving up. How? Sebastian told her about the records. Esperanza turned pale. Do you want to do things about me? It seems that way, Sebastian. And if he succeeds? What if he invents that I’m in debt or that I’m in prison? Hope. Just take it easy.

How can I be calm? If I lie again, no one will believe me. Sebastián hugged him. I believe in you. Matthew believes in you, and that’s what matters. But Isi managed to cancel our wedding. She can’t do it. I won’t let her. Sebastian, I’m scared. I’m scared too, but we can’t live in fear of her forever.

Esperanza placed her hand on her stomach. Not just for me, but for our baby too. That’s why we have to deal with this. How? Let’s think of something. The next day, Mateo looked for Esperanza at their house. Mom, Esperanza, can I tell you something? Sure, my love. I have more to write about my grandfather. More. Yes.

I kissed you again on the phone. Esperanza is sad. Mateo, but I have an idea. What’s the idea? What if we show the recordings to everyone at the wedding? How? So when he tries to say bad things about you, we teach him that he’s a liar. Esperanza is left thinking, Mateo, is that okay? Why wouldn’t it be okay? He’s the one doing the bad things.

Yes, but Mama Esperanza, you can’t let this ruin your happiness again. Esperanza looked at the child. You’re right, my love, but I’ll talk to your father first. Don’t let Grandpa win. I won’t abandon my prince. Esperanza hugged Mateo, thinking about how to protect her family from Rodolfo’s evil.

That night she told Sebastian about Mateo’s idea. Do you really think he’d try to do something at the wedding that my father knew about? Yes. So we’ll prepare to bring the records. When He tries to embarrass us, we teach him the truth. Sebastian agreed. It’s a good idea. At least it will protect us. Hopefully we won’t have to use it again.

I also hope not, but it’s better to be prepared. The wedding day has arrived. The church is simple but very beautiful, full of flowers. Esperanza is radiant at 6 months pregnant. The dress fits her belly perfectly. Doña Remedios is crying with emotion. My daughter is getting married, what joy.

Thank you for everything, Mrs. Remedios. You are my mother in my heart and you are my daughter, you are always there. Entering the church, Sebastian was waiting nervously. Mateo was next to him, neatly groomed, holding his cellphone in his bag. Dad, are you nervous? Yes, of course, Mijo.

Why do you love Mama Esperanza? I love her very much, but marriage is serious. I know, but it will be happily ever after. The music began to play. Esperanza entered Doña Remedios’s arms. She was beautiful, excited. Sebastian sighed when he saw her. Wow, what a beautiful woman. This is my mother. Mateo whispered proudly, the ceremony was going smoothly when the church door opened with a bang.

Rodolfo Montemayor entered with two large bodyguards. This ceremony cannot continue, he shouted. The guests were shocked. Sebastian was furious. Dad, what are you doing? You are being saved from a huge mistake. Get out of here. Now I am not leaving. This woman is a fool. Rodolfo approached the altar. He deceived everyone.

Esperanza turned pale. Mr. Rodolfo, please, nothing. You don’t know who she really is. Dad, that’s enough. The damage she’s done is enough. Damage. I saved our family. Rodolfo turned to the guests. This woman has a criminal record. Rumors spread throughout the church. Esperanza began to cry.

He’s already in prison for theft. I have the documents here. Rodolfo showed the papers to his father and the visitors. And not only that. He owed a lot to various banks. Sebastian tried to stop his father. That’s a lie. A lie. Then explain these documents.

Mateo, who had been silent until now, stood at the altar. Grandpa, you’re a liar. Matthew, get out of there. I’m not taking this away. You’re doing all this. How did you know, Esquincle? Mateo took out his cellphone. Because I recorded it when he agreed to invent these lies. Rodolfo turned pale. What recording? Do you want to listen? Mateo turned up the volume. Rodolfo’s voice echoed throughout the church. If you don’t see anything against it, do something.

This wasn’t the first time we’d done this. The guests were shocked. Rodolfo tried to deny it. That was wrong. Nothing was wrong. Mateo kept playing. I wanted to prove that he was no good for my family. I didn’t care how much it cost. People started to murmur against Rodolfo. Esperanza got up, still crying.

Now everyone will see who the liar is here. Hope. Rodolfo tried to explain himself. No, now I’ll speak. Esperanza spoke to the guests. Rodolfo said I was a thief. He put a watch in my bag to accuse me. Sebastian approached his father. Daddy embarrassed me for the last time.

Sebastian, I never tire of his manipulations. Sebastian turned to the guests. My father forged documents against the woman I love. He lied, humiliated, tried to destroy our happiness. Son, I just want to protect you. Protect. I almost lost the most important person in my life. He is worthless. What is worthless is you.

Mateo approached his grandfather. Grandpa, you are so mean. Mother has good hopes and you are wasting your time inventing lies. Mateo, I don’t want to be your grandson anymore. Rodolfo was stunned. How could you say that? Because I don’t want to be the grandson of a liar. Esperanza approached Rodolfo. Mr. Rodolfo, you hurt me a lot, but you know, I still forgave you.

Have you forgiven me? I forgave you because I don’t want my heart to be filled with resentment. I want to be happy with my family. Sebastian approached his father. Dad, you’re no longer welcome in my life. Sebastian, you can’t say that, okay. You chose the wrong perspective instead of love. Rodolfo was silent for a few seconds, because he saw that he had lost everything.

They will regret this. No, Father, you will. Rodolfo leaves the church ashamed, alone. The guests applaud Esperanza and Sebastián. The Father, who has seen everything silently, smiles. Now that the truth is out, can we continue with the ceremony? Yes, we can, Father.

Esperanza responded radiantly. Then, by the power granted to me by law, I declared them husband and wife. Sebastián and Esperanza kissed to the joyful applause of the guests. Mateo jumped between the two. Now we were a true family. The entire church was moved with joy. Doña Remedios cried with joy.

Justice is finally served and love triumphs. Three weeks after the wedding, Sebastian and Esperanza are preparing for her move into the mansion when they receive an unexpected visitor. It’s Commander Patricia Vega, a woman in her 40s. Serious but kind. Mr. Sebastian Montemayor, this is me. This is Commander Patricia. I’m here for an investigation. Sebastian and Esperanza are worried.

What kind of investigation? Sebastian asks about the forged documents and defamation. How? We received a complaint with compromised recordings. Esperanza looks at Sebastián. Recordings, yes, of a Rodolfo Montemayor who was in charge of making the forged documents against the woman. Sebastián is shocked.

Who filed the complaint? This was filed by a lawyer on your behalf, Mr. Morales. Sebastián frowned. I don’t know Mr. Morales. Mateo came running into the room. Hello, Mrs. Policeman. Hello, my son. Are you here to talk about the bad grandfather? The commander smiled. Yes, I came to talk about him. I just asked Mr. Morales to help us. Sebastián was surprised.

Mateo, who is Mr. Morales? He is the father of my school friend. He is a lawyer. I showed him the recordings and he said he would help us. Esperanza was overjoyed. Oh, my child. The commander continued. Mr. Rodolfo is being investigated for at least three crimes: falsification of documents, slander and defamation.

And what does that mean? Sebastián asked, that he could be in prison for two to six years. Esperanza was surprised. Prison. Yes, ma’am. His crimes were serious, but Commander Sebastian intervened. We don’t want him to go to prison. How? He’s my father and Mateo’s grandfather. We don’t want it to end like this. The commander was surprised. Even after everything he did, it was still possible to make peace with him.

What kind of agreement? That he publicly admits that he lied and pays a fair price. In exchange for what, we will no longer pursue the complaint. Esperanza agreed. I also accept the agreement. Are you sure? He was hurt a lot. I am sure. I don’t want to carry resentment in my heart and I don’t want Mateo to grow up knowing that his grandfather is in prison.

Mateo hugged Esperanza. Mommy Esperanza, you are so kind. The commander shook his head. They are very special people. Commander, Esperanza spoke. How long does this kind of process take? Usually about 3 months for the full investigation, then another three for the settlement if you accept. And if he is not accepted, he will be held accountable for justice. It can take years.

Sebastian sighed. So let’s wait. Two months later, the commander returned with news. He accepted the agreement. Accepted. Esperanza was surprised. Yes. He would issue a note in the major newspapers publicly apologizing and he would pay compensation to the woman. How much? 400,000 pesos. Esperanza almost lost consciousness.

400,000 is a fair amount for the moral damage he caused. Sebastian hugged his wife. Love, you deserve this and more. But it’s a lot of money. That’s what you’re worth to me. Mateo clapped his hands. With that money, Mama Esperanza could help a lot of people. Esperanza smiled. Good idea, my prince. The commander stood up.

My work here is done. Congratulations. Thank you for everything, Commander. Not for everything. It was an honor for me to meet such a special family. After he left, Sebastian hugged Esperanza and Mateo. Finally, it was all over. Yes, Esperanza sighed. Now we can be happy. Forever. Mateo asked. Forever. A week later, Rodolfo’s letter appeared in all the newspapers.

I, Rodolfo Montemayor, publicly apologize to Mrs. Esperanza Hernández Montemayor for the false accusations I made against her. I acknowledge that I acted with a wrong perspective and hurt an innocent and hardworking person. I deeply regret my actions. Esperanza was very happy to read the letter. I never thought I would do this.

Sometimes people change when they lose everything important to them. Dennis replied, “I hope I can really learn. Two years later, Sebastian and Esperanza are in the mansion’s garden, which has now been renovated and is more comfortable. Esperanza is holding Valentina, a 2-year-old baby, while Mateo, now 10, is playing with his younger sister.

Mama Esperanza, Valentina wants you to see how she walks. Esperanza laughed. I’ll be there, my love. Sebastián came over and hugged the family. How beautiful they are. We’re happy. Esperanza replied, and so am I. The mansion is very different now. Part of it has become a community daycare that Esperanza runs with the help of professionals.

Using the money from his compensation and a share of the company’s profits, he created the Esperanza Foundation. “Father, do you remember when we met? Of course, you gave your last 280 pesos to two beggars.

Who would have thought that one day I would have the money to help so many people? You are always rich in heart, love. Mateo ran closer. Dad, mom, look, Valentina is walking alone. They ran towards where the child was. Valentina was alone before falling and laughing. Stepping. Mateo shouted, Valentina. Stepping. Esperanza was so happy. Our baby has grown up. Mateo too. Sebastián said proudly. Dad, when I grow up, I will help people like you.

Very good, my son. Did you know, yesterday I received a card from Grandpa. Esperanza was surprised. Card. Yes. He missed us so much and learned to be a better person. Sebastian hugged the whole family. Who knew that a beggar trial would change our lives forever? The best test you ever did was to discover my heart.

Esperanza answered, and I discovered that family is the one that truly loves each other. Mateo said, Valentina clapped her hands as if she agreed. At sunset, the Montemayor family embraced in the garden of the house, which was now full of love, laughter and hope. They had finally found their place in the world.