Octavio eventually discovers that Maria Alejandra is Maricruz. He is heartbroken to realize he couldn't recognize his own wife and that he failed to protect her. He begs for her forgiveness, but Maricruz is hesitant, still hurt by the past.
Octavio's snobbish family, led by his sister-in-law Lucía , subjects Maricruz to unbearable humiliations to drive her away. wild at heart telenovela english version full
In the final climax, Lucía goes insane after all her manipulations are exposed. She attempts to kill Maricruz but fails. Lucía is eventually committed to a mental institution. Miguel, Octavio's brother, also finds redemption or resolution depending on his actions throughout the series. but Maricruz is hesitant