It turns out that Retired General Torres is the mastermind behind everything, and personally tells Jo to hand in the key to him! Jo insists that the key is not with her, as it is the truth. He then gives Jo time to think about it, and tells her to think of the welfare of everyone involved.

He then invites the captives to dinner, much to their surprise! Soon, they discover that Retired General Torres holds a grudge against Carlos and Gary Alvarado, but doesn't feel the same for Leo! He says that the Alicantes just got caught up in the mess, and it's all Gary's fault! However, Jo got the key, entangling the whole family in their mess!

Soon, Retired General Torres gives Jo, Flor and Brigida a sneak peek at his plans: and shows them the guns he stole from the government! Meanwhile, a confined Leo asks Isagani about the mastermind behind Gary's illegal operations, but unfortunately Isagani doesn't have a clue as well.

Meanwhile, it begins to dawn on Jo that the reason why Retired General Torres is telling them everything because he intends to kill them eventually! Meanwhile, he goes to Wilma and Reneboy, and there at the safehouse, Reneboy discovers that their "Tito General" is the man behind everything! The two try to escape, but Torres of course catches up to them! As such, the two are put in the same place where Jo, Flor and Brigida are! On the other hand, Leo is on his way home, finally absolved from all of Gary's accusations!