Several important conversations take place in the moments before the hearing begins, including Mariana's with her mother regarding her relationship with Fernando.

As Jorge and Marcela leave for the hearing, Mariana implores Fernando to understand her unexpected decision.

While Mariana's health continues to hang in the balance, Jorge makes a desperate attempt to win Marcela back. Meanwhile, young Nicolás implores his family to do something unexpected.

Driven by her conscience, Jorge's wife, Marcela, has two important conversations that could potentially change her husband's fate.

As Judge Garavito takes heat from the media, Mariana's boyfriend gears up for his final goodbyes.

When incriminating photos are published in the paper, Judge Garavito's motives are called into question, causing a public uproar and panic among the individuals involved in the case.

As Roberto confronts Nicolás' real father, Mariana's family is presented with something highly controversial.

As Marcela's ex tries to show her the error of her ways, Mariana's parents struggle to make a heart-wrenching decision.

Roberto gives Jorge's lawyer a piece of his mind as a shaken Marcela visits her ex-boyfriend.

While Jorge's lawyer attempts to pay off his victims, Mariana's boyfriend confronts Marcela.

Nicolás' stepfather Roberto and real father Pedro have an intense conversation about what's best for the child.

As Marcela's ex tries to bring her to her senses, Mariana's mother struggles not to blame herself for her daughter's condition while Nicolás' biological father continues with his schemes.

As Mariana continues to struggle at the hospital, Marcela and Jorge continue their intense conversation, and Nicolás' father attempts to placate his demanding girlfriend.

While Jorge begs Marcela to stay, she is officially fed up with his heartless and egotistical behavior. Meanwhile, Mariana's parents struggle not to blame themselves for her tragic situation.

While Fernando's friend Tatiana attempts to console him, Roberto does the same for Nicolás. Meanwhile, Marcela has made a drastic decision.

As Jorge continues to try to redeem himself via a TV interview, Mariana's friends and family receive some alarming news about her condition.

Jorge and Marcela are in damage control mode as they grant a news interview in attempts to glean sympathy from the public, infuriating Mariana's family.

Juan implores Jorge's wife, Marcela, to make a public statement in his defense. Will she go for it?

As Ximena's sister, Elsa, implores her former companion to fight for custody of her son, Mariana's friend gives her boyfriend, Fernando, some advice.

Ximena's ex-boyfriend and Nicolás' real deadbeat dad have a conversation regarding his future as Mariana has a bleak discussion with Fernando at the hospital.

Albeit tragic, the incident with the hamster has changed the dynamic between Kevin and his older brother Leo forever.

As Fernando attempts to console Mariana at the hospital post-interview, Jorge's lawyer, Juan, meets with Judge Garavito.

In the wake of the hamster incident, Kevin and Leo's relationship is strained, to say the least.

When Mariana gives a heartfelt interview to the press, Jorge and his lawyer question how it will impact their case.