Mauricio confesses to his father that he is in love with his teacher Miranda and that she is ten years older than he is. He explains that Oliver is threatening her with reporting her to the police.

Mauricio's father becomes an accomplice to the love between Miranda and his son. Manuel and Miranda meet, and his wife finds them together. Fate stands in the way of Miranda and Mauricio.

Orlando tells Manuel and Carmen that Mauricio's life is in danger and recommends getting him out of Miami. Miranda goes looking for him to say goodbye. Elizabeth falls into the pool after an overdose.