Maria faces punishment for her actions, but Robert steps in to take the lashes for her, showing his growing protectiveness and deepening feelings towards her. Despite her resistance, he insists on shielding her from harm, leading to a tense and emotional standoff where their bond is tested.Will Maria accept Robert's protection, or will her pride push her away from him?

Maria and Robert share a tender moment while dining, but their peace is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of Jackson, a rival who threatens Robert's position in the family and hints at future conflict.Will Jackson's ominous promise to remove Robert from the family come to fruition?

Maria is warned to stay away from Robert for her safety, but tensions rise as she is pressured to find Robert's missing journal, with threats against Rachel if she fails.Will Maria find the journal before it's too late for Rachel?

Robert suspects an old partner is betraying his family and decides to investigate, but Maria insists on joining him despite the risks, leading to a tension-filled exchange about trust and safety.Will Maria's determination to accompany Robert lead them into unforeseen danger?

Maria attempts to plant a tracker on a target but is interrupted, leading to tension and jealousy when Robert suggests she act as a distraction instead.Will Maria succeed in her mission or will Robert's interference lead to bigger problems?

Maria's theft is discovered by Robert, leading to a confrontation where Robert is taken by an unknown party, revealing a deeper betrayal within his organization.Will Maria be able to rescue Robert from his captors?

Maria pleads for her life after being caught in a lie, and Robert reassures her of his protection, hinting at a complex relationship dynamic.Will Robert's promise of safety hold as tensions rise?

Maria and Robert share a tender moment as she recalls her mother's song, revealing her past at the orphanage and her lack of memories about her parents. Robert offers to help her find them, showing a softer side that contrasts with his mobster persona, while also hinting at deeper connections and unresolved mysteries.Will Robert's offer to help Maria uncover her past lead to unexpected revelations or dangers?

Maria is confronted with a high-stakes demand to retrieve a stolen ledger crucial to Robert's safety, leading her to make a surprising deal involving her engagement ring.Will Maria succeed in retrieving the ledger and secure her freedom from Robert's world?

Maria is caught in Robert's casino after taking a wrong turn, leading to a tense confrontation where Robert accuses her of being behind a provocation involving photos, despite her denials.Will Maria be able to convince Robert of her innocence or will his suspicions lead to more trouble?

Robert arrives unexpectedly at a tense scene where Maria is in danger, and despite the high stakes of starting a war between mafia families, he offers a lucrative deal to spare her, showcasing his deepening obsession with Maria.Will Robert's bold move to protect Maria ignite a deadly mafia war?

The mafia discusses the fallout from a shootout, blaming Maria and planning to exile her until it's revealed that her parents were family advisors, making her a rightful heiress to the family.How will Maria's newfound status change her relationship with Robert and the mafia family?

Maria is reinstated as a family member by Father, sparking tension with Carl who accuses her of seducing Robert. Meanwhile, Maria discovers Robert's knowledge about her parents, leading to emotional gratitude but internal conflict about her growing feelings for him.Will Maria's newfound family status bring her closer to Robert or ignite more conflict with Carl?

Maria discovers that the ring she stole is fake, revealing that Robert has been using her to intimidate Eve, leading to a moment of betrayal and realization.Will Maria confront Robert about his deception, or will she use this knowledge to her advantage?

Robert shocks his family by refusing to marry Eve, revealing he has fallen in love with someone else, and drops the bombshell that Eve's engagement ring is a fake.Will Robert's defiance tear the family apart, and who is the mystery woman he loves?

Robert confesses his feelings for Maria, revealing that he lied about the ring to keep her close and that his repeated rejections of Eve are because he truly likes Maria, despite her initial belief that he had feelings for someone else.Will Maria accept Robert's feelings, or will her past and their complicated relationship keep them apart?

Maria confesses her feelings for Robert, but hints at a hidden agenda as someone else's involvement is hinted at.Who asked Maria to be there, and what are their true intentions?

Maria confronts Jackson about a past incident where someone died, revealing tension and unresolved conflict between them. Jackson claims he acted to save them, but Maria accuses him of ulterior motives, highlighting their strained relationship.Will Maria ever trust Jackson again after his violent past?

Maria, who was initially planted as a spy in Robert's life, has made him fall in love with her. However, the orchestrator of this plan reveals their true intentions to Maria, expressing their jealousy and desire to see Robert unhappy. Maria is now faced with the dilemma of continuing the charade or revealing her true identity to Robert.Will Maria choose to betray Robert's trust or will she confess her true intentions to him?

Maria is revealed to be a spy and is given an ultimatum to leave by tomorrow, with assurances that Rachel is safe and will be at the orphanage. Despite her denial of feelings for Robert, tensions rise as she prepares to return to her old life, while Robert remains unaware of her true intentions.Will Maria's departure go unnoticed by Robert, or will her true identity be exposed?