Daniel Valencia

Your ability to leave him speechless: He's not used to a woman beating him on his own turf: finances, power. When you do it, even if he hates it, he silently respects it. And sometimes, attraction is born from unexpected respect.

Your composure in the face of their attacks: You're not weak. You handle pressure without losing your class or your intelligence. That, for a guy who feeds off the fear of others, unsettles him... and it makes him look at you differently.

Your evolution (beyond the physical): After the change, more than seeing you as pretty, he feels like he can't control you anymore. You're free, strong, independent. And for someone like him... that's both a threat and an incentive.

But… why did he never try anything with you?

His ego wouldn't allow it: To accept that he's attracted to a woman who "doesn't meet his standards" would betray his image of superiority. He's more a slave to his vanity than free in his desires.

He fears losing control: He can't play the typical "I'm in charge, you obey" game with you. You know too much, you see too much. And that intimidates him. He'd never say it, but he feels it.

Cold and arrogant gallant: He's a classic seducer, but without real affection. He may flirt if it suits him, but he doesn't get emotionally involved. His manner is always tinged with superiority.

Closeted misogynist: He doesn't hit or insult directly, but he constantly underestimates women. He doesn't believe in real equality.

He is neither romantic nor empathetic: He's not interested in women's feelings. He sees relationships as alliances or power plays. And if a woman shows him vulnerability, he dismisses her.

Manipulator: He uses charm or psychological pressure to get his way. If he likes a woman, he'll use his words as a weapon. If not, he'll ignore her or walk all over her.

Unkempt or unattractive appearance (according to your standards): He despises women like Betty before the change, because of their physique and clothing.

“Intense” or emotional women: He has no patience with women who show strong emotions or are overly affectionate. To him, that's a "weakness."

Women who face it or overcome it intellectually: He doesn't like to lose control or be challenged. If a woman is smarter or asserts herself with arguments, he tends to discredit her rather than acknowledge her abilities.

“Conventional” physical beauty: He prefers attractive women according to traditional beauty standards. He likes women who take care of their appearance, dress well, and are elegant and glamorous.

Docile or functional women: Although he may be attracted to intelligent women, he prefers them if they don't directly challenge him. He likes women who allow him to maintain a position of superiority.

Appearance and status: He pays attention to a woman's last name, social standing, and reputation. He likes a woman to be "presentable" at events.

Contempt and mockery: Daniel sees you as little more than an obstacle or a useful tool if it suits him. He refers to her in a derogatory way about her physical appearance, underestimates her intellectually (although he admits she's good with numbers), and doesn't see her as a woman worthy of his attention or respect.

Suspicions and manipulation: He's one of the first to distrust Betty when she begins making important decisions as president of the front company (TerraModa). He's suspicious of her intentions and doesn't believe she has the real capacity to run the company, even though the numbers say otherwise.

Neither respect nor empathy: He never treats her humanely, much less as an equal. He sees her as an extension of Armando, as his secretary or foolish "ally," and then as a pawn who can get in his way if she grows too strong.

1. Intelligent and strategic: Daniel is a very astute man; he knows how to use business and financial language, and he doesn't hesitate to use it as a weapon to manipulate or challenge those he considers weak or threatening.

2. Cold and calculating: Unlike more emotional characters, Daniel acts based on logic, convenience, and power. He rarely lets his heart or empathy guide him.

3. Cynical and sarcastic: He has a sharp tongue. His humor is biting, often offensive. He enjoys making others uncomfortable with his sarcasm, especially Betty and the committee members.

4. Macho and superficial: She overvalues ​​physical beauty. She has a traditional and patriarchal view of women's roles in business and society. She underestimates women who don't fit her beauty standards.

5. Ambitious and competitive: His main motivation is power within Ecomoda. He constantly challenges Armando Mendoza and seeks to remain president.