Alejo seeks Pablo as his next book subject. Panicking, Alicia tries to deter him. Sensing a threat, Beltrán orders Alicia to spy on Pablo.

Beltrán's determination to tear Pablo down puts Alicia in a tough spot. Benjamín meets Pablo on behalf of Alejo, and Samuel breaks his house arrest.

The pressure of two marriages forces Alicia's hand, but regret sets in like quicksand. Alejo takes a DNA test. Benjamin and Samuel's friendship grows.