Augmentation of 'La Promesa' from 4th to 8th August: Destruction of Cruz's Portrait
In the heart of the Luján Palace, a sense of unease has been growing among its inhabitants. A hyper-realistic portrait of an unknown artist, Cruz, has been the centre of attention, but not for its beauty. The painting, now a mere memory, was mysteriously destroyed, and the identity of the culprit and the motive behind the act remain shrouded in secrecy.
Tensions have been running high since the incident. Cristóbal, the palace's master, has reorganised the staff's free days and forbidden any mention of Rómulo Baeza under threat of dismissal. The staff, particularly Curro and Lorenzo, have been at odds, with a confrontation ending violently in favour of Lorenzo.
The painting's absence has also caused a stir among the lords, with the arrival of its disappearance causing perturbation. The Baron of Valladares has warned that the margin given to back out is running out, and the painting's ownership is uncertain, belonging either to the Luján family or the service.
Alonso, the palace's protector, is on a mission to uncover the truth behind the painting's destruction. He is searching for the culprit, but so far, the identity remains elusive. Alonso, unaware of the truth, has been shielding Curro from accusations.
Catalina, a key figure in the palace, has sought advice from Simona about the painting's matter. However, Simona, the cook, may not reveal what she expects. Catalina, in her quest for justice, has also called the Marquess of Valladares, reigniting the conflict between the Counts of Campos and Luján.
Meanwhile, Maria Fernández, a servant in the palace, is waiting for news from her lover, Samuel. She believes their relationship is lost, but an unexpected appearance of Samuel in La Promesa has brought a glimmer of hope.
The palace's staff is not the only one dealing with personal matters. Vera, another servant, wants to contact her family but is warned of the risks by Lope. Lope, now a footman, has to deal with a very tense upper class. Martina, another servant, has asked Ángela for advice and help to manage her share of La Promesa.
The search for answers continues, and the mystery surrounding Cruz's painting at the Luján Palace remains unsolved. Further specialized research or access to historical records about Luján Palace artworks and their fate would be necessary to unravel this enigma.
The mystery of the painting's destruction has led to a heightened average tension among the palace's staff, purely due to the unknown culprit and the motive behind the act. The ongoing uncertainty over the painting's ownership, be it the Luján family or the service, adds to the entertainment value of the unfolding drama.
