Vanessa and the Junquera siblings grieve over Carlos Alberto's death, unaware that he is actually alive. Vanessa decides to marry Eduardo to make him happy during the final days of his life.

Vanessa discovers that Carlos Alberto is alive, and he questions her about her wedding to Eduardo. Carlos Alberto resigns himself to being disfigured. Silvana confronts Vanessa and makes it clear that she will not allow her to get close to Carlos Alberto.

Vanessa cannot confess to Carlos Alberto that she truly loves him because she feels obligated to marry Eduardo out of compassion. Carlos Alberto's health deteriorates because of Vanessa's silence.