Flirting with señorita Alicia will get you in trouble.
I'm not flirting.
What are you doing?
You're under arrest for the murder of Jimena López.
This is enough for a doctor and a boarding house.
I told you I won't have an abortion. -You will.
I'll tell the truth about doña Sofía's pregnancy.
You betrayed me, Mother. You betrayed me.
Get away from me.
What's going on here?
Did Diego kill Cristina? -He didn't kill your sister.
Only one person is no longer a waiter since your sister left: Pascual.
I can take care of that. -Doña Ángela told me to do it.
What is it? -I don't know, it's inside the hem.
Grand Hotel
At my parents' house in Blancaró we had a key very similar to this one.
Do you know if Pascual had a house in Cantaloa?
I know he was from the village.
But I know a way to find out if he had a house.
Tell me what I can do for you, señorita Alarcón.
I'm sorry it wasn't the right time to question you, but it's part of my job.
I understand, as I'm sure you'll understand that at that moment...
I couldn't answer you correctly. -Did you omit something?
To be honest, I don't remember a word I told you.
So I want to review my statement. -I appreciate that.
You're very brave, señorita Alicia. Don Diego is a fortunate man.
Thank you.
Excuse me.
Could you get me some water? -Of course.
I'll be right back.
episode 6
Shall we begin?
Are you sure it's here? -Absolutely.
This is the address I saw on the title deed Ayala had.
So where's the house? All I see are rocks and weeds.
The key has nothing to do with this.
We can ask someone. -There's no time. I have to go back.
I'll wait for your call. Please give my regards to the duchess. Thank you.
Sir? -Bring these telegrams to Cantaloa.
It's urgent. -Right away, don Alfredo.
Come in.
Don Diego, I'm going to the post office. Do you have anything to send?
There it is.
Hold on. Who is sending those? -Don Alfredo.
Let me see.
The writing contains some inexcusable errors.
Let me correct them first. -As you wish, don Diego.
And don't tell anyone about this. -Yes, sir.
It's not the 19th century anymore. Our parents can't force us.
My father wants us to get married in the family chapel, a lovely place.
He already has a present for us. An automobile as part of the dowry.
Imagine the two of us driving through the countryside.
Why marry against our will? -But I want to, Javier.
Didn't you enjoy yourself with me? -Of course I did, but the problem is...
Mercedes? Sister.
How was your trip? -Wonderful. You know I love to travel.
I have something important to tell you.
Father has promised me to Javier, doña Teresa's son.
My dear sister Mercedes. Javier Alarcón, my fiancé.
A pleasure, señorita Mercedes. -Delighted.
Pascual wanted to kill señorita Alicia. -Señorita Alicia?
They say he killed others before.
What did I do wrong in my youth to end up with a group of chatterboxes?
What are you waiting for? For me to do your work?
One moment, Belén. I want to talk to you.
Is anything wrong, doña Ángela?
I want you to stay away from my son. -Excuse me?
You're neither stupid nor deaf, so you've understood and heard me.
Doña Ángela, your grandchild needs a father.
The child you expect isn't Andrés's. -That's not true. Who told you that?
If you don't do as I say, I'll make sure you raise the child by yourself...
and far away from the hotel.
This sheet isn't ironed well. You know what to do.
Andrés.
I've missed you. -I miss you all the time.
I'm worried. -Why?
My mother wants to separate us. -She may be mean, but not that mean.
I wish, but she's telling the other maids things to make me feel bad.
Andrés, I want to be with you, but she'll do anything to prevent that.
Don't believe everything she tells you. Please.
And what did Andrés's mother say? -I don't know, I went to look for you.
Move away.
Good afternoon.
We're too close to the hotel. -Yes, it's better if we split up.
You go ahead.
Here are the telegrams. -Thank you, sir.
Alicia.
I was looking for you.
How was your walk? -The fresh air did me well.
I'm sorry I couldn't come with you.
Since we announced our engagement, we spend even less time together.
I want you to look elegant tonight. -Why?
That's a surprise.
The world is immense.
I don't understand why people lock themselves up between four walls.
I grew up in a hotel and always saw people travel, while I had to stay put.
I envy you. -You've never travelled?
Less than I'd have liked. Maybe because I had no companion.
What are you doing with my sister?
Talking about her travels.
As my fiancé you shouldn't associate with other women.
I saw two cups and thought one was yours.
Don't you even trust your own sister? -Javier just got here. We only chatted.
You know Father doesn't like us to make a scene.
Yes, of course. I'm sorry I'm so jealous.
I'd also be jealous if I was engaged to such a handsome fellow.
I'll need a waiter for this private dinner.
I can do it, don Benjamín. -No.
Why not? -You know how to tell a good waiter?
If he doesn't drop food on the guests. -If no one remembers his name.
To do his job well, he must be invisible. Instead, you're known too well.
Are you the newest? -That's correct, don Benjamín.
Then you'll be the waiter. Now go back to work.
I don't know why you're smiling. There's no reason to, as you'll see.
What did you do with the guests? -They'll dine in the reception room.
They'll love it, and we'll have our privacy.
I wanted this dinner to be different.
That's why I only had candles lit. -It's very romantic.
A toast to our wedding.
That it may be as perfect as this evening.
I don't worry about the wedding day, but about the days to follow.
And now, Alicia...
I told you I had a surprise.
What is it? -Open it.
Open it.
It's gorgeous.
Let me look at you.
You look beautiful. I never want to forget this image.
Now I know that without you my life is meaningless.
Let's sit down. It would be a pity if the food were to get cold.
Señorita Alicia is not from our world, Julio.
I know.
Accept her help with your sister, but stop thinking about her.
I can't help it.
I made all the calls and sent all the telegrams.
If only half of them respond, the hotel will be full till winter.
To the hunt. -No, Alfredo, to you.
My mother will recognize your worth and give you the position you deserve.
Is there a telegram for me?
No, don Alfredo. -Any calls?
No.
Alright. Keep me informed. -I will, sir.
Indeed, the Minister of Justice and the Marquis de Vergara will be there too.
Of course, I'll book you a room. Goodbye.
Come in.
Here's the mail, don Diego. All these telegrams are for you. Anything else?
You can go.
Do you have a minute, don Diego?
Is there a problem, Ángela? -With one of the maids, Belén.
The one in charge of the ground floor. What is the matter with her?
She tells everyone she's expecting a child from my son Andrés.
But I know it's not true. -Are you sure about that?
Yes. Such rumours are a slight to the good name of my family...
and to that of the hotel. -Rumours are always bad.
I therefore hope you won't tell anyone about this.
As you wish, don Diego. -I'll have a word with that maid.
What's the matter?
I thought we had an agreement. I won't let you or this baby ruin my life.
I told you the problem's been solved. -By making Andrés responsible?
You think you're the only one I've slept with?
Somehow Ángela knows the child isn't Andrés's.
But everyone else thinks it is. That's good for you.
I've promised you this child won't be a problem for you.
But if Ángela keeps asking questions, she can do great harm to you and me.
I'd get rid of you first, Belén. -Doña Teresa won't allow it.
You have to help me stop Ángela, or it will be the downfall of us both.
Ángela, I know your work has been piling up lately.
If I may say so, that's not true. I'd like to know who told you so.
No, Belén has nothing to do with this.
Are there complaints about my work? -No, not at all.
But don Diego thinks you could use an assistant, to ease your workload.
With all due respect, I'm perfectly content and don't need assistance.
We know, Ángela. You're the best head chambermaid we've ever had.
No one knows this job like you do, but we can't depend on you forever.
We want Belén to assist you, so she can learn how to do it.
Does Madam agree? -It's don Diego's decision.
But I think it seems reasonable.
Does it have to be her? -She's in charge of the ground floor.
And your future daughter-in-law. She's the right person.
I'll do my best to live up to the job, madam.
Then that's how it will be, if that's what Madam wants.
'Dear brother, today was my first day at the Grand Hotel.
I arrived in the morning, together with the other girls that were on the train.
Looking at it leaves one speechless, Julio, and no words can do it justice.
They say the main entrance is like that of a palace, but I've never seen it.'
Beatríz, bring the new maids to their quarters.
'The head of housekeeping and the maître are very intimidating.
They've been here so long it seems they were here even before the hotel...
and that the hotel was built around them.'
Careful, señorita. -Forgive me.
It's okay.
'The first person I met was a waiter I almost knocked over.
He seems like a nice fellow. I don't know his name yet.'
Don Benjamín asks if you brought tea to room 15.
Good day, everyone. Excuse me, General, it will only take a moment.
What's the matter, Diego? -I told you I would find a solution.
No business in front of the guests. -Alfredo, please.
Mother, Alfredo also... -It won't take long.
I've organized a hunt in order to attract guests.
My husband had the same idea.
Are you sure of that? -Yes.
What's going on?
Sofía, if it hadn't been my idea, no one would have confirmed to me in person.
It's an impressive list, Diego. Excellent work.
Mother... -Stop it, Sofía.
Alfredo, will you help with the publicity? Your family name will be of use.
Of course, doña Teresa. -Count on my presence, doña Teresa.
I'm sure the hunt will be a success. -Thank you, General.
Father would have been delighted. -Yes, extremely.
Since we're all here, I also have good news.
Javier, my only son, and Eugenia Herrera...
daughter of our distinguished guest, are engaged.
Congratulations, General. -Thank you.
Congratulations. -Thank you.
If you'll excuse me.
Where are you going? -To Cantaloa, Mother.
Alicia.
Why did you get up like that?
I want to buy flowers at the market. I'm already thinking of my wedding.
Why not let the gardener do so? -In that respect you and I are alike.
We want to supervise everything personally.
Take one of the maids with you to carry everything.
As you wish, Mother.
What did you do with those telegrams? -Don Diego said they contained errors.
You gave them to him? -He corrected them before I sent them.
Thank you. We'll call you so you can tell this to my mother.
Tell doña Teresa who gave you those telegrams about the hunt.
Don Diego did. -After he put his name on them.
I don't know what you mean, sir. -My husband gave them to you.
Don Diego asked me to send them. -He's lying.
Are you absolutely sure? -Absolutely, madam.
You can go.
Diego bribed or threatened him.
Another baseless accusation, Sofía? Do I have to suffer any more insults?
Who will you believe, Mother? -Diego came up with a good idea.
You only came up with accusations.
If you don't want to help the hotel, at least don't cause problems.
With your permission, doña Teresa.
Yes, Mother.
Excuse me.
One moment, Diego.
Don't believe I don't know what happened.
I know. But sometimes one has to defend oneself, doña Teresa.
And it suits you as well as me that people see me as a perfect manager.
But Sofía is my daughter, and I don't want her to suffer.
So be careful.
You know I'll do everything for this hotel and your family.
I don't have enough right now.
Let me know in time and I'll get you orange blossoms for your wedding.
I'll let you know in advance. But it's very hectic at the hotel these days.
We're looking for a new receptionist. I don't know if you've heard...
News travels fast, señorita, especially when it involves death.
Poor Pascual.
I believe he was from Cantaloa. -His father was a carpenter.
But they had an argument and stopped speaking to each other.
They say he only found out his father was dead when he got the inheritance.
Sad, isn't it? -He never said he owned a workshop.
He didn't. It burned down and only the land was left.
The poor old man had to move into a hovel.
Here in the village? -Yes.
Look, over there. Next to that dead-end alley.
Thank you. -Goodbye, señorita Alicia.
Julio.
I couldn't tell you before, but you look beautiful with that necklace.
Thank you.
I'm sorry you had to see how Diego...
You're his fiancée, and I'm a waiter.
You don't have to apologize for them making me do my work.
I've been to Cantaloa.
Did you discover anything?
Pascual's father lives with a relative. Maybe the key came from that place.
Where is it?
Hello?
Is anyone here?
Were you trying on a guest's dress? -I didn't put it on, señorita.
The clothes of the guests go directly from the laundry to the closet.
Don't touch them more than necessary. Understood?
Be glad only I saw you. Back to work.
Belén.
What are you doing? -I had to give this maid a talking to.
You have to report such incidents and let me handle it.
I'm your assistant. I'm only helping you.
You're exceeding yourself, Belén. -What do you mean?
First you were only a nuisance, but you've become a real vixen.
Please, Madam. -I'm only calling things by their name.
I'm not stupid. You've accepted this position to be closer to me...
so you can undermine me in front of my son and all.
You'll have to be replaced one day. -But I'll make sure it won't be by you.
You've made a mistake, Belén.
Now I have you close, I'll make your life at this hotel a living hell.
I'm glad you're waking up again. Put yourself in my place, Mr Espinosa.
I first talked to you about the knife Jimena López was killed with.
Then you testified in favour of Javier Alarcón.
Then you were present when Pascual Fuentes was shot.
And now you're unconscious in a dead man's house.
Is it very peculiar of me to suspect that you're hiding something from me?
I came in to drink some water, and someone knocked me unconscious.
Take off your clothes, they're wet. Hernando, take his measurements.
Raise your arm.
Is this necessary? -Yes, Mr Espinosa.
Length of left forearm, 25 cm.
Length of the arm, 50.
The other one.
It's the same as the other one.
The same.
Do you have a moment?
In the room of one of the maids, I found one of your betting notes.
We don't see many hotel maids here. -Her name was Cristina Olmedo.
You knew her? -Cristina I knew.
How did you know her? -Why do you care about that girl?
They told me you're discreet and don't ask many questions.
They must also have told you that I don't do anything for nothing.
Fight tonight and I'll tell you everything I know about that girl.
Alright.
Ask.
How did you know Cristina?
We did business together.
Where are the bottles I asked you for?
It's over, Sebastián. I won't steal for you anymore.
We'll see about that. Pretty girl...
if you're afraid they'll catch you, don't worry, we'll change the deal.
I'll go to the hotel. Have the bottles ready.
But don't leave me empty-handed.
You don't get it. I won't do you any more favours. I don't need your money.
No?
Where will you get it instead?
That's none of your business.
Cristina stole liquor and sold it to you?
Liquor, food, valuable objects. Whatever she could get her hands on.
Was that the last time you saw her? -Yes.
It was just before the lighting party. She must have gotten a better deal.
And now, fight.
Let the fight start. Come.
Whatever doña Teresa thinks, I know exactly what happened.
Of course you do, and so do I. But that doesn't change a thing.
You've lost. -You're a swine.
Don't be childish, Alfredo. What's the use?
You want to manage the hotel? Do you really want to reach that high?
Then get used to being tough and doing whatever it takes.
I'll make sure the world sees who you really are, Diego.
What I did today took very little effort. The next time I'll ruin you.
You've been fighting again. -That was the easy part.
What happened?
Remember I told you my sister didn't steal from Lady?
That she wasn't like that? -And that she'd never do that.
But she stole from the hotel for the tavern owner.
That's how she made extra money.
Maybe whoever told you was lying. -Why would he?
My sister wasn't like that. I knew her very well.
But this hotel changed her.
And I'll find out why.
Sir, an urgent telegram just arrived for you.
If it's so urgent, why don't you give it to me?
Forgive me.
Here it is.
Where are we going? -This hotel may not be a labyrinth...
but as children we loved to hide in all the corners.
My mother disliked it very much. -My father had the same problem.
This was my favourite place. -The staircase?
That hole down there. No one would see me, but I saw everyone pass by.
Sometimes I overheard conversations I wasn't supposed to hear.
When I want to be alone, I come here at night, when no one's here.
It makes me feel like a child again. Safe.
Now I know your secret. -I only tell very special people.
You hardly know me. -It can take forever to know someone.
But sometimes you only need to look into somebody's eyes...
to know this person is special.
Can you leave us alone, please?
As my assistant was taking your measurements, I noticed a tattoo.
Is it a crime to have one? Many sailors do.
But not as rough and irregular, and not in such a hidden place.
That one is typical of prison.
It was a minor theft. -You don't have to explain.
I know what you did and who you are, Julio Espinosa.
Or should I call you Julio Olmedo?
Why wasn't it you?
Why didn't I meet you first?
Javier, please, stop it.
Tell me you don't feel the same. Tell me and I'll go away.
She's my sister, and I don't want to be tied.
Not doing as you feel or want is the worst way of being tied.
You're a scoundrel. How could you do this to me?
And you, sister? -Eugenia, I'm sorry.
I'm sorry you had to find out. I didn't mean to hurt you.
Eugenia, no. Please, put it down.
Don't move. -Calm down.