Nessa runs away to San Sebastian. There she is raped by Nicolas and bears a child. Unlike Emil, Nicolas is not revolted by her transformation. His love for her enables them to start a family. Years after however, Nessa is on the run again after her secret is discovered by their neighbors. Unfortunately, Nicolas gets killed before he can escape. Together with her daughter, Nessa returns to San Adolfo. And as if destiny brought them together, she meets Emil again in the chapel. Meanwhile, Ulay wanders to a place where she meets Jay-Jay. The two instantly become fast friends. Later, Nessa is reunited with Clara, who's still not willing to reconcile their differences. Nevertheless, Clara lets her stay with her child. Then Ulay meets Clara's stepson Anton for the first time. Nessa finds Lorenzo's diary and takes it to her favorite spot. Emil's strong bond with her also leads him there. Then he tells Nessa how he had regretted turning his back on her even for a moment. Nessa admits that she loves him too but the curse stops her from putting the lives of her loved ones in danger. While both their parents are out, Jay-Jay and Ulay play by the moonlight. Anton sees them but he refuses to join their game. By this time, Nessa reveals to Emil that she merely intends to leave Ulay in Clara's care before she runs away again. However, Emil insists that she doesn't have to go for he can try formulating a cure for her.