

Amid financial problems and other pressures, María faces a challenging decision to get involved with a rich newcomer in order to help out her family.

María investigates Llanos’ past and struggles to bond with Nicolás. Meanwhile, Don Ramón seeks Justa's help with a matter involving Manuel.

María proposes an unusual arrangement to Manuel to deal with his uncle. Justa tries to manipulate Don Ramón into expelling María from the farm.

After a macabre discovery, Manuel becomes the main suspect in a crime. María struggles to find evidence to prove her husband's innocence.

María returns to Almería due to a family emergency and has an unexpected reunion. The tensions between Manuel and Justa reach a breaking point.

Manuel's arrival forces María to choose: return with him or give José a chance. The Civil Guard interrogates Claudia over Don Ramón's accusations.

Justa sows doubt in José about the paternity of María's baby. Don Ramón learns a dark secret as he grapples with serious health issues.

Manuel confronts María after learning that the baby she is expecting could be someone else's. Claudia determines to claim her inheritance.