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.

Obsessed with María, José makes one last move to bring Manuel to his knees. Inés finds out about the affair between Custodio and Guillermo.

The authorities look for the culprit responsible for sabotaging Manuel. Justa warns about José's behavior while María is about to give birth.