It had been a month since the Miss Universe pageant
and Julia and I had settled into our life together.
For the first time ever, I felt real balance.
This may sound odd, but life was like a dance.
The hotel was on its way back to number one
and Julia's business was booming
after her evening gown had won the crown for Miss Colombia.
The life we created together felt lasting.
I didn't feel like I wanted more.
So, how do I get back to that?
You want me to answer that?
That's a lot of pressure to put on a 14-year-old.
Fourteen? Really?
I'm gonna need to see your passport.
Look, Tío, I'm sure things aren't as bad with Julia as you say they are.
Trust me, Hugo. Julia wants nothing to do with me.
It's like she wants to cut me out of her life forever.
It's my great honor to announce
that the brand new Las Colinas is open for…
That was bad. What did you do?
It's more like what didn't I do.
But for you to really understand,
there's another story that I need to tell you.
I mean, since the mural unveiling isn't for a little while,
I guess we got time for that.
Admit it, you missed my stories.
Yeah.
It started like a normal day.
I headed into work, finally proud to sit in my chair.
There's a whole thing with my chair that you missed.
Only to find it was already occupied.
Oh, Señor Vera. Did we have a meeting scheduled for…
You're not Señor Vera.
I-I mean you're not the Señor Vera.
That came out wrong.
He is not more important than you. You're actually the original Vera.
Vera clásico.
It's been too long, Máximo.
In case you forgot, Ricardo Vera was
Alejandro Vera's younger brother and co-owner of the hotel.
Mr. Vera. Welcome to Las Colinas.
I really love what you're doing with the place.
Which is why I'm here…
I have a proposal for you.
I'm taking my hotel business international.
And I can't think of a better
Head of Operations
to launch my new flagship resort.
Seriously?!
Does the other Mr. Vera know about this?
Now he does.
Are you really trying to poach my best employee, Ricardo?
And what's this about a "flagship resort?"
We're supposed to be partners on everything!
As los hermanos Vera lashed out at each other,
their hair remaining impossibly perfect,
the whole scene felt like it was something out of a telenovela.
I can't believe you'd cut your own brother out of this business.
Our business!
We both know I've been carrying you for years, Juan Alejandro!
And to top it off,
you're trying to steal my Máximo!
It's better than stealing…
my wife!
Someone had to show Alicia Guadalupe
what love is!
On the day of our grandmother's funeral?!
Stop, gentlemen!
I beg you!
Help!
The Devil's taken them over!
Dulce as a nun?
Come on, Tío! We both know that never happened.
Get to the real story.
All right, all right.
But minus the nun, and the shirts, it was just as dramatic.
You betrayed me, Ricardo.
I only hope Máximo knows what's right for him.
And that is to stay at Las Colinas.
Máximo can make his own decisions… Verdad?
So what do you say, Don Máximo?
I'll only offer you this opportunity once.
Veras never negotiate.
Since Héctor's first novel
had been flying off the shelves at the hotel,
and Diane stole the show at Miss Universe, they had a lot to celebrate.
To your next chapter, mi reina!
First up, my grand return to the Daytime Emmys as host.
And I really think this is Susan Lucci's year!
I think everyone is going to be looking at you.
So, what's the plan for Héctor's day off?
For all three of us?
I'm thinking banana boat ride,
then maybe a little bingo action by the pool,
before we slip into our pj's and watch Porky's.
Chad, are you feeling okay?
You just seem a little bit frenetic.
What? No.
I'm great! I've never been better.
I mean, since me and Gloria broke up and I'm gonna be single for eternity,
I'm going full "carpal" diem!
Well, I'm so glad you've bounced back.
Why don't you go inquire about that banana boat?
Oh, good idea.
- We have a Chad problem. - I know!
We never have a moment alone together anymore.
A sunset walk on the beach with three adults holding hands is just weird.
I tried to drop his hand but he would not take a hint.
I'm worried about him, my love.
You know, I have this big adventure ahead of me and…
How do I do that when my son is drowning?
There has to be a way for Chad and Gloria to mend fences.
Yes, but how?
Gloria refuses to see Chad,
and he has sent her many, many, many, many sad voice messages.
I was there for 12 of them. One of them was just him whimpering.
- Oh, yes he does that. - Ay…
Well, if they won't agree to meet…
then we have to covertly bring them together.
That sounds a lot like the hit film
"The Parent Trap"
Or the American film about the twins with the horrible wigs.
I have no idea what that is.
As I took in everything I worked so hard to build at Las Colinas,
I had a big decision to make.
Memo, do you have a moment to talk?
Oh, Máximo. Hi!
I'm sorry. I know these swans look more like pigeons.
It's just the baby kept Lorena and me up all night.
But you know what?
I can step it up, 'cause sleep is for the weak.
Okay, now you're just folding the air.
But it's fine. I just need help with a very big decision.
I'm going to propose to Julia.
Oh, my God!
Oh, my God! Are you serious?
I've never been more sure of anything in my life.
And I need you to help me pull it off.
You got it!
Whoa, whoa, whoa. Hold on.
You didn't tell Memo about Ricardo Vera's offer?
I thought that was the big decision you needed help with?
You know I love a good twist, Hugo.
But the job offer only confirmed that I was right where I wanted to be.
I turned Ricardo down.
It was time to stop chasing the "next big thing"
and commit to my life in Acapulco with Julia.
But while I was staying put,
my family was getting ready to say goodbye to Sara.
Nora?
What is this space machine?
It's a NordicTrack,
obviously, my love!
It's just
my boss got a newer model
and since her gardener only has one leg,
she said I could have this one!
But I thought you wanted to leave Sara's room as it is,
so you could lay in her bed
and cry into her pillow whenever you miss her.
That was definitely my plan.
But Sara's the one who suggested we do something in here.
So, I'm turning it into our exercise room!
Yeah, it's all good.
I always thought it was creepy
when parents preserve their kids' rooms.
Who wants
a time capsule of their most awkward years?
Plus, Esteban,
I can just sleep on the couch when I come home.
And not to be morbid,
but Doña Rosita isn't going to live forever.
She tried though. Doña Rosita lived to be 106.
My love.
The doctor said you needed to start exercising more.
And with the food your mom feeds you everyday,
it's time to try something new.
Pork rinds are a great source of protein.
Plus, they double as spoons for my refried beans.
Everything about that sentence was unhealthy, my love.
Come on!
It's doctor's orders. Give it a try.
I'm not getting on that thing. Just get rid of it!
- It's fun! Come on! - No, no. Nora.
Por favor. Stop pressuring me, okay?!
What did I say wrong?
The next day, as the staff and I
were getting ready for the big proposal, Diane was trying to help another couple.
But since Gloria and Chad had kept their relationship a secret,
Gloria had no idea who she was.
I'm so excited that you're considering a beach event, Mildred.
Oh, darling, I'm the one who's excited. Believe me.
My husband and I are long overdue for a vow renewal ceremony.
So, how long have you two been married?
Twelve years. We met on a beach.
My husband was using his metal detector when my toe ring got stuck in it.
He was looking for treasure and he found it!
Okay, that's adorable…
So what's his name?
Diane had thought of everything. Except…
Chad.
Meanwhile,
Héctor had set up Chad with a "treasure hunt,"
leading him to the same spot, even if it was a little…
It's too easy. It's like this was designed for a child.
I'm a grown man.
Oh, lollipop!
"Don't be worried, you're almost there.
You've found the 'X' when you see her curly hair."
"Curly hair?" In this humidity?
Could you be a little more specific, Héctor?
Wait. Gloria's the "X."
And that's three types of ceviche?
Yes, absolutely. And--
Chad? What're you doing here?
Mom, did you and Héctor Parent Trap us?
This was all my idea.
Oh, please, don't be mad at him.
I'm his mother. Diane.
What is wrong with your family?
You guys can't think of any other names?
Like Paul, Dave, Ramon, Andrew…
You are the worst liars!
And cheaters! I'm surprised you're not off gallivanting with your new girlfriend.
What're you talking about?
The beauty queen from Miss Universe. I saw you two hugging.
Oh, that was nothing! Héctor tried to set me up with Turks and Caicos,
and all I did was talk about you the whole time.
So there were two women?
You two are perfect for each other.
Gloria, I know you're upset.
But the very fact that you came by the hotel
must mean you have some feelings for my son.
I wasn't planning to,
but after I heard him sing JuanGa's "Querida" on my answering machine
in the worst Spanish I've ever heard…
I don't know, I just thought I maybe should at least hear him out. So…
I had executed
my highly detailed plan for the proposal perfectly.
And it was almost time.
I got you the good stuff. And I shook it a bunch to give it more pop.
What? No… That's not how you…
Never mind. Perfect. Thanks.
Hey, you're blocking my shot!
Máximo! I got the mariachis!
Looking good, Memo!
Julia is on her way!
To your marks.
I still think she's out of your league,
but good luck.
Thanks.
She's coming! Go, go, go! Go!
Hey.
Lupe said you were looking for me?
Oh, yeah. No biggie. Just wanted to tell you something.
Okay. Well, if it's no biggie, can I share my news with you first?
Yeah.
Remember the call I got this morning? It was from House of Dior.
Why are you saying "door" weirdly?
Mi amor, this is the biggest fashion label in Europe.
What am I saying? The world!
Oh, my God. That's amazing!
And they offered me an apprentice position. In Paris!
- What? - I know! Everything's happening so fast.
They're willing to rent me a loft with a partial view of the Eiffel Tower.
But they're pressuring me to start next week!
What do you think?
What do I think about you moving to Paris?
Our life is here, Julia.
I know, mi amor, but things like this happen, what, like, never.
Look, you can come visit me at first.
Or you can come find a job at a fancy hotel in Paris.
No "ooh la la!"
We had a plan.
And it's here, in Acapulco.
Well, sometimes plans change.
Aren't you the one who always says to "dream bigger?"
But everything I've worked so hard for is here!
You want to drag me to some foreign city
and have me start from the bottom again?
I think you should tell them "no."
This is a huge opportunity for me!
I can't believe you're not even open to considering it.
And I can't believe you'd be so selfish.
Qué?
I got a job offer, too, you know, but I turned it down!
I have a vision for us, Julia!
A plan!
And suddenly you want to throw it all away!
I'm not throwing anything away.
We can make it work!
For you, maybe.
But not for me.
Máximo…
I can't believe how you're talking to me right now.
This is not the man I thought you were.
Or the man I want to be with.
No. That guy's name is Francois!
And he's eating snails with Champs-Élysées right now!
The Champs-Élysées is a street!
Know what?
Thanks for making this decision so easy for me.
I suddenly can't get to Paris fast enough…
Memo, what happened?
I keep replaying that moment in my head.
I had everything I wanted right in front of me.
I could picture our future together.
A dream wedding, a house in Las Brisas overlooking the cliffs, and three kids.
Eleanora, Martha and Diego.
The plan was so perf…
Oh, my God.
That's it.
What's it?
Can you not be cryptic for once?
I don't have a lot of time here. I have to be back at school on Monday.
I'll explain later.
Just go find Julia and tell her to meet me at our spot.
Not the dumpsters. The other spot.
Or you could just get her yourself.
You got this, Hugo. I believe in you.
Juanita Escoops!
Thanks for helping with our opening.
Your father brought joy to this hotel for years.
Now what do I want…
One chocolate chip with sprinkles, please.
Coming right up!
Eso.
Julia! Do you have a second?
Looks like I might. Yep.
Do you think that you could, uh, meet my tío at your spot?
At the dumpsters?
The other one.
Seriously? Right now?
Why does he want to meet up there?
Honestly, I'm not sure.
He was in the middle of telling me a story about how you guys had a fight up there.
- Back in '86. - Oh, yeah. That day.
Yeah. I could never get over how inflexible your uncle was.
Well, I think he was just caught off guard since he was about to propose.
Wait, what?
Oh, you didn't know?
He was gonna propose?
Okay. Look,
- I know my tío isn't perfect, Julia. - Yeah, well…
But he spent a lot of time telling me about you.
I've seen it, Julia.
The love he has for you, it's real.
Just think about it, okay? He'll be at your spot.
Here's your ice cream!
Oh, I forgot the sprinkles.
Sí.
Chispitas.
Tío, why'd you never tell Julia about the proposal?
You told her?
I never wanted her to know.
Especially after how poorly I handled things that day.
Do you think she's coming?
Juanita Escoops was making her an ice cream
so it could be another hour or two.
Maybe I can distract us with the rest of the '86 story.
It might calm my nerves a bit.
Are you kidding me? I'm freaking out here too!
Take me away from here.
I'm so sorry, Gloria.
I'm a terrible liar, okay?
That's why I slipped up with the Miss Universe stuff.
I didn't mean to say anything. You have to believe me.
Well, that may be the case, but you did. And it hurt me, badly.
I just don't know if I can trust you anymore.
I get that. I wouldn't trust me either.
If I'm being honest… the truth is, I don't know what the hell I'm doing.
Shocker.
I'm serious. When it comes to, you know, dating,
and you…
I'm lost.
I mean, growing up without a dad,
you know, I had no idea what a… a real relationship looked like.
I mean, my mom did an amazing job on her own
but when it comes to love, I'm…
I feel like I'm still just a kid trying to figure it all out.
I want to grow up for you, Gloria.
Not too much, though.
What really bums me out is that with all of our sneaking around,
we were never able to have a real first date.
Well, what if we just started over? Like, right now.
It would be a shame to let this lovely meal go to waste.
They grow up so fast.
He also has a great role model now.
In you…
My king.
Hello.
We did some last- minute shopping
and look at what we found!
Look.
I bought a
shower caddy.
For her dorm! At college!
And I got us a couple, too.
Just so you don't "confuse" my shampoo for yours.
Thanks.
I should finish packing.
Thanks.
What's wrong?
I know you want to get rid of the NordicTrack,
but I'm trying to help you stay healthy.
I know.
It was just hard to see Sara's room like that.
I'm not ready to say goodbye to her.
Oh, my love…
I'm not ready either.
But turning her room into a gym…
was a way to distract myself.
I get that.
It means so much to me that you care
for my kids like they're your own.
You know…
one silver lining is
we have more time for ourselves.
Eso sí.
Will you both stop talking?!
I'm trying to watch ALF!
After my fight with Julia,
she went home and packed a suitcase.
She was gone before I got there.
She decided to stay at Lorena's before catching a flight to Paris that morning.
The dance was over.
And the irony was I was about to share another emotional goodbye.
Why are you so upset, Máximo?
Are you mad because I stole your "Menudo" tapes for the plane?
No, I'm fine…
Wait, what?!
I thought you hated "Menudo".
Well…
they remind me of how annoying you are.
I'm proud of you, Sarape.
You're going to take New York by storm.
You're braver than me.
Why? For flying?
I'll be fine.
I'm told they give out free peanuts.
No. For letting Sara study abroad.
I held on too tightly to Esteban.
I'm glad you didn't make the same mistake.
Thank you.
But now that you mention it,
airplanes are blasphemous to God.
That's why they crash.
We go to the heavens on His terms, not ours.
Okay, that's the last one!
You're all ready for NYU!
In the United States.
I guess this is goodbye…
Esteban.
It's not "goodbye."
That's true. Goodbyes are often regarded as finite,
but that's a logical impossibility.
The end of something is the beginning of another.
There are some cultures that use the
same word to say hello and goodbye.
And with everything we don't know about the afterlife, it's--
I wouldn't be getting on this plane if it wasn't for you.
Thank you, Estebanator.
- Will you hand me that? - Toma, toma, toma.
Are you okay?
I didn't want to tell my mom about Julia before her big trip.
Oh, yeah. I'm just sad to see you guys go…
It's okay if you don't want to tell me.
But whatever it is,
you always figure it out.
Don't forget that.
I love you.
Flight 410 to Paris now boarding.
Even though I had always gone
after everything I ever wanted,
in that moment,
I couldn't stop Julia from going after everything she wanted.
Hey, guys. Hey, guys.
Great work, but could you sing something a little less sad?
Oh, maybe "All Out of Love" by Air Supply.
Or "Separate Ways" by Journey.
Keep brainstorming.
No, I know.
Mr. Vera.
You're still here.
Sit down.
I know I said Veras never negotiate,
but I'll make an exception just this one time.
Would you consider leaving Las Colinas
for a raise of…
…30 percent?
With Julia gone, I had nothing to lose.
I'd consider it…
for a 20% ownership stake of the new resort.
You're crazy.
Three percent.
Five percent.
And I get to bring in my own team.
Don't worry, boss.
If he goes, I'll be your new Head of Operations.
Yes.
You're certainly welcome to submit an application.
That's the day everything changed, Hugo,
and a whole new chapter began.
Thanks for sharing your story, Tío.
I'm sorry about Julia but maybe we should--
Here she is!
Beat it! Beat it!
- Beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it! - All right, fine. Geez.
You came.
I wasn't going to…
until Hugo told me about the proposal.
Why didn't you ever tell me?
Because I got it all wrong that day, Julia.
There are so many things
I wish I had said.
And done.
But
back then,
I was so caught up in my own "happily ever after"
that I made plans for us…
without you.
Like always.
Julia.
Hear me out.
You had your own dreams,
but they didn't fit the plan
I had so carefully laid out.
I was the one who was selfish that day.
Not you.
And I'm sorry.
I pushed you away from me, Julia.
And you were right to leave.
But you must know…
"All my heart is yours.
It belongs to you; and with you it will remain,
were fate to exile the rest of me
from your present forever…"
Jane Eyre.
I'm surprised you still can quote from it.
Or almost quote from it.
It's not "present", it's "presence".
- Presence. Claro. - Yeah.
I'm still working on my English.
Yeah.
Julia.
Please hear me out.
Hold on. Look.
I've been working on a brand new, highly detailed plan.
For you. For me.
For our future.
- Seriously? - Yeah.
Very serious.
Here it is.
There's nothing written here.
Exactly.
You know why?
Why?
There's no plan.
I'm wide open.
…if you are.
We can chase our dreams together,
or separately!
Or have no dreams at all.
We can just sit on a bench
and eat churros,
like a couple of old folks…
This is all very sweet.
But,
I'm just surprised you didn't go with some
big dramatic gesture to try to…
No.
No theatrics this time.
I've learned my lesson.
All you get is a sheet of plain white paper--
so we write our story together.
Oh, no-- That's for the reopening!
Cut the music!
This is not a grand gesture!
Neither is that.
They were a surprise for the reopening!
This is the real party I've been looking forward to.
A simple meal with my oldest friends and family.
Being here always brought me so much joy and peace.
I'm so proud of what we've done to bring Las Colinas back to life.
So, salud.
Salud.
But now it's time to take this place into the future.
A future that will hopefully fill us with new memories and grandchildren.
That's a hint, Paloma.
Take it easy, Dad.
And that is Doña Paloma to you.
Doña Paloma.
That has a really nice ring to it. And I love a powerful woman.
Hey, Máximo.
You have such a captive audience. Tell us a story.
No, no, no.
Like the time that tennis player got his wig pulled off.
Or the time you hid that dead body.
Or the time where you almost proposed to me
and my dearest friends never told me about it.
He made us promise to take that to the grave.
I didn't even tell Memito or Lupita.
Ay, Papá.
You know, Memo…
I think I'd rather hear someone else's story.
Just for a change.