A Lavish Gift, A Growing Doubt

What begins as a seemingly noble gesture quickly unravels into something far more sinister. When Lisandro sends an opulent gift to Catalina and Adriano—a box overflowing with rare silverware, antique family emblems, and luxury garments—it immediately raises questions rather than gratitude. Though Catalina tries to interpret it as a peace offering, Adriano’s instinct tells him otherwise. “This isn’t generosity,” he whispers to her. “It’s a move. A trap.”

His suspicions only intensify as Lisandro begins appearing more frequently at the palace, carefully curating a new persona—charming the staff, complimenting the twins, even pretending to embrace the very family he once disapproved of. But Adriano isn’t fooled. He watches as the duke works behind the scenes, speaking to notaries and ex-counselors, always under a cloak of feigned courtesy.

The Unraveling: Lisandro’s True Intentions

One cold afternoon, Adriano stumbles upon a heated confrontation between Curro and Lisandro. Hidden behind a column, he listens as the duke unleashes brutal insults, calling Curro a “bastard” and threatening to make him “disappear like Eugenia.” It is a moment of sheer venom that leaves Adriano physically shaken. The mask is off. The duke’s dark soul is on full display.

That night, Adriano shares everything with Curro, who admits he’s long held in his anger for the pain Lisandro caused. Their bond, previously strained, begins to strengthen. Both men now share a common goal: bring the duke down before he poisons the family any further.

The Trap Is Set

Days later, a shocking announcement shakes the estate: Lisandro is organizing a lavish dinner in honor of Adriano, under the pretext of recognizing his loyalty and courage. But the chosen date is no coincidence—it’s the birthday of Eugenia, the very woman Lisandro betrayed. The provocation is clear, and Curro reacts with fury. Storming into the hall, he publicly accuses Lisandro of dancing on his mother’s grave.

The confrontation is explosive, with Manuel and Lope having to restrain Curro as the duke stands smugly, feigning innocence. The backlash leads Alonso to ask Curro to leave the palace temporarily to “avoid war within the walls.” It’s a painful moment—Curro, betrayed not just by Lisandro, but now by his own father’s silence.

The Public Unmasking

The night of the dinner arrives, drenched in regal opulence. Gold filigree glimmers on the walls, and the family crest hangs like a crown above the main table. Lisandro, dressed in black and gold, offers rehearsed smiles and toasts. But when he raises his glass to honor Adriano, the entire room falls into a stunned hush as Adriano rises slowly and refuses the tribute.

“I don’t accept honors from men who trade kindness for power,” Adriano announces, his voice razor-sharp. “You tried to manipulate my wife, my children, this family… You threatened Curro, just like you destroyed Eugenia.”

Gasps ripple through the room as Lisandro attempts to dismiss the accusations. “You’re raving,” he sneers.

“No,” Adriano says, louder now, pointing straight at him. “I heard every word. I was there when you called him a bastard. I saw the real you—and I’m done pretending.”

United Against the Duke

As Adriano delivers his blistering speech, the guests begin to shift. Catalina rises and places a hand firmly on her husband’s arm. Pia stands in silent solidarity. Manuel nods, unspeaking, but unwavering. Even Maria Fernandez takes Curro’s hand and steps forward. The tide is turning.

No one claps for the duke. No one raises a glass. The power he once wielded slips through his fingers like sand. Lisandro stands alone, surrounded by silent stares and unspoken judgment.

In a final blow, Adriano declares: “You don’t deserve applause. You deserve justice. And we will make sure that’s exactly what you get.”

The Fall of a Tyrant

The silence that follows is not peaceful. It’s heavy, final. For the first time in his life, Lisandro feels fear—not because he was challenged, but because he was seen. Truly and fully exposed. The shadows he once ruled from now betray him, revealing the rot beneath his noble façade.

From this moment forward, nothing will be the same. The palace is no longer under his control. The family, once divided by fear and doubt, stands united. And Lisandro, the once-untouchable duke, begins his descent—not just into public disgrace, but into the justice he so long evaded.

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This unforgettable scene marks a turning point in La Promessa—not just for the characters, but for the balance of power in the story itself. Let us know in the comments: is Lisandro’s reign truly over, or does he have one final card left to play?

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