Julia gives birth to a boy, Iván, whose father is unknown. His mother, Mrs. Brackets, is unable to accept a bastard grandson into the family. Marta, Julia's friend, proves to be her only lifeline despite the turbulent waters. And Carolina, the nanny, a devoted fan of Emma Suárez and aspiring actress, will go from being a tangential witness to these relationships to becoming infected by their dysfunctionality.