Alberto's father commits suicide at a fashion event at his store called Velvet, while his son leaves and is driving away with Ana. Over the radio it's accounted about the suicide and Alberto gets into an accident and ends up not leaving and assuming responsibility of his father's legacy. Alberto's step mom hides a note left behind by his father addressed to him.

Alberto officially inherits Velvet and gets engaged to Ana. However, their happiness is short-lived, as Alberto learns that Velvet is facing bankruptcy. Family friend Gerardo Otegui offers to give Alberto the money to save Velvet, but only if Alberto agrees to marry Gerardo's daughter, Cristina, who has been in love with Alberto for years. Alberto initially refuses, but when Ana learns of the deal, she breaks off their engagement and urges Alberto to marry Cristina if it will save Velvet. Alberto reluctantly agrees and becomes engaged to Cristina, while a heartbroken Ana prepares to leave Madrid for a new job out of town.

Alberto hopes that the new collection will be a major success so he can pay off Don Gerardo and break his engagement to Cristina.

Alberto pursues his affair with Ana, Pedro's girlfriend falls for Alberto's assistant, and Luisa pays a high price for Don Francisco's support.

Ana and Cristina search for the perfect gift for Alberto's birthday. Rita is finding it hard to cover for her sister Clara, who's cheating on Pedro.

When Alberto and Ana join Raúl on a trip to Paris, Cristina shows up unexpectedly. To escape Don Francisco's harassment, Luisa turns to his wife.

Back from Paris, Ana feels certain that Cristina is Alberto's true love. Meanwhile, Doña Blanca discovers Max's true identity.

As the wedding approaches, Alberto sees Ana with another man and has to choose between her and Cristina. Luisa's husband, Juan, gets sick again.

Ana refuses to marry Alberto in a secret ceremony. Raúl returns, but a last-minute setback could endanger the fashion show.

Ana is ready to fight for Alberto at all costs. After her success at the fashion show, Clara gets an interesting offer.

Don Emilio, the head of the sales staff, is seriously ill. Clara wants to start a career as a model, but things don't go as planned.

Grace of Monaco visits Velvet. Cristina surprises Alberto with a party at the country club and learns things about Ana she never expected.

When Cristina sees Alberto and Ana together, her worst fears seem to be confirmed. Clara expects Mateo to take her to the wedding of the year.

The day before the wedding, Cristina's dress disappears, and Ana must do her best to save the ceremony. Tensions between Max and Doña Blanca continue.

The big day has come, and Cristina has to approve the new dress Ana made overnight. Alberto receives a mysterious letter.

Patricia loses corporate power. Cristina refuses to let go. Pedro and Rita have unfinished business. Esteban wins Raúl's trust. Alberto is honored.

Cristina and Bárbara pitch a new product line. Pedro learns a relative is coming to town. A business disaster devastates Raúl and ousts a Velvet exec.

Raúl and Ana mesh their talents. Mateo vets secretarial candidates. Rita and Pedro's guest arrives. Alberto toils to give Ana a special birthday gift.

Raúl and Ana's collaboration suffers a setback. Cristina steps up her efforts to thwart Alberto's annulment plans. An admirer gives Patricia leverage.

Lucía starts her new job. Luisa visits during her tour. Alberto asks Ana to take a big step with him, and later makes a risky bet on Velvet's future.

Enrique's name is cleared and his help is needed. Rita wins Lucía's respect. Patricia finds a way to keep Jonás quiet. Cristina drops a bombshell.

Cristina accomplishes a mission. Lucía becomes suspicious of her father. Víctor unintentionally inspires jealousy in two men. Ana goes missing.

Patricia and Valentín progress quickly. Rita develops a medical worry. Cristina's revenge against Ana threatens others. Mateo runs into an old flame.

A fit of anger sends Cristina to the hospital. Valentín's mother drives Patricia crazy. Alberto receives a tempting offer. Michelle gets a scoop.

Alberto plays hardball with Patricia to get her shares. Cristina spirals out of control. Rita's obsession strains her marriage. Patricia feels torn.

Víctor visits Cristina in the hospital at her request. The doctor gives Pedro worrying news. A game changer is revealed on Patricia's wedding day.

Patricia gives Valentín an ultimatum. A visitor lifts Pedro's spirits. Rita and Pedro get their test results. Ana seeks help from her ex, Carlos.

Carlos re-enters Ana's daily life. Ana falls ill. Enrique meets with Cafiero behind Mateo's back. Raúl warns Mateo not to lose Clara in his grief.

Carlos offers to be Ana's protector. Cafiero introduces the new director, who promptly shakes things up. Someone from Raúl's past begs for his help.

Marco asks Enrique to help him oust Cristina. The police question Raúl. Mateo is reunited with his estranged father. Clara gets cold feet.