He is reunited with Cora in a hospital, where she is a nurse. While waiting to recover from a foot injury, Manuel sees that Cora cares for him deeply and the two embark on a romance. Cora is soon pregnant and she marries Manuel.
Manuel's reunion with Cora in a hospital setting leads to a romantic connection as he witnesses her care for him. This relationship blossoms into a marriage after Cora becomes pregnant.