While attempting to adopt Alba, Manuela realises her wallet was stolen; the police investigate Alba's disappearance and question Yolanda as to why the young girl was outside alone at night.

Manuela and Alba, now known as Paloma, have to come to terms with Manuela's flawed past as they seek her family's help; the town criticises Yolanda and Lucho when the truth about Alba's abuse comes to light.

Fabio discovers a link between Alba and Manuela and summons Manuela to court to testify; when Yolanda and Lucho are arrested, they deny abusing Alba.

Upon calling Manuela's number, Yolanda finally has a lead on Alba's whereabouts; Manuela's family discover Paloma's real identity; Manuela plans to run away again, only to discover Paloma missing.

Manuela's troubles only get worse when Fabio is rolled over, while she bonds with her biological mother; Héctor learns the truth about Paloma.