The Civil Guard locates Llanos' body, but neighbors also roam the area and rumors about what could have happened spread through the town. At the funeral, Alonso, the deceased's brother, appears and blames Manuel for the misfortune. The Civil Guard takes Manuel into custody. He can be sentenced to death if they fail to prove his innocence. María receives an unexpected visit from Alonso. She comes to propose collaborating with him and doing justice. According to him, the Cervantes deceived her sister. If she accepts, she can have a large share and be free. Maria sets a trap and the police arrest the real murderer of Llanos and Manuel is free. In private, Manuel tries to approach María but they are interrupted by a phone call; Guillermo, Maria's brother, has typhus. He is ready for the trip, looks for Manuel to take him to the station, but surprises him in the stable with Justa.