Pablo asks for Nela. They show him a girl named Nela , but he doesn’t recognize her. She is dirty, ragged, and plain. He is shocked and disappointed. Nela sees the horror in his eyes and runs away.
Pablo and Florentina get engaged. Nela, brokenhearted, dies in Dr. Golfín’s arms, whispering: "He saw me… and I was ugly."
They find Nela in a cave, almost dead. She confesses: "I wanted him to stay blind so he would love me." Dr. Golfín understands her pain and forgives her. Marianela El Rincon Del Vago Resumen Por Capitulos
Nela hides in the mountains. She realizes she has lost Pablo forever. She becomes delirious with fever.
Dr. Golfín examines Pablo. He says the surgery is possible. Nela secretly prays for the operation to fail, then feels guilty for her selfishness. Pablo asks for Nela
Dr. Golfín performs the surgery successfully. Pablo must keep his eyes bandaged for several days. Nela avoids him, fearing the moment of truth. Part III: The Awakening Chapter XI – The Bandages Removed Pablo’s sight is restored. The first person he sees is Florentina , who is beautiful, elegant, and kind. He immediately falls in love with her.
Nela takes Pablo to his favorite natural spot (the "Green Gorge"). She asks him: "If you could see, what would you want to see first?" He says: "Your face, Nela." She breaks down. He is shocked and disappointed
Pablo and Nela talk. Pablo is cheerful and intellectual, despite being blind. Nela is pessimistic about her looks. He calls her "Nela" and says he "sees" her through her voice and kindness.