The Cleaning Lady returned with a tense, action-packed Season 4 premiere, "My Way," proving once again that Thony De La Rosa is a force to be reckoned with. The episode brilliantly weaved together the family’s pursuit of legal status, cartel power struggles, and a shocking murder that throws Thony’s world into chaos.
The opening scene immediately sets the stage for what’s at stake: the De La Rosa family sits anxiously in an immigration office, facing the interview that could finally give them legal status. When asked if she’s ever been involved in criminal activity, Thony hesitates—cue the classic flashback structure that The Cleaning Lady executes so well. What follows is a gripping two days that reshape Thony’s future.
Thony and Fiona, now running The Cleaning Ladies cleaning service, are still trying to keep their business afloat when Agent Russo unexpectedly arrives with good news—she has secured them "S" visas as a reward for their help in taking down Ramona. But as the women celebrate, the audience already knows trouble is brewing. Ramona, still pulling strings from prison, sends out a cryptic message hidden inside a garbage bag, setting in motion a chain of events that make it clear she’s not done with Thony yet.
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Meanwhile, Jorge, Ramona’s brother and the new head of Sin Cara, is trying to solidify his control over the cartel while launching an ambitious business venture. His plan to turn the desert into a multi-billion dollar mining and casino empire excites corporate investors but leaves cartel loyalists skeptical. They still answer to Ramona, and Jorge quickly realizes that taking over isn’t as easy as making big promises.
The episode's most shocking moment comes during the family’s visa interviews. Just as Thony starts to see a future outside the cartel, Agent Russo is assassinated in front of her in a brutal, fiery attack. It’s a gut-punch moment that changes everything—without Russo, there are no visas, and worse, it’s clear that Ramona’s people are coming for Thony next. In a panic, she decides to flee to Cambodia with Luca, but Fiona, heartbroken and desperate, begs her to stay. Ultimately, it’s Luca’s innocent wisdom that stops her. His simple words—"If you run, the bully wins"—give Thony the clarity she needs. Instead of fleeing, she returns home, embraces Fiona, and makes a bold move: confronting Ramona in prison.
The power dynamic between Thony and Ramona is electrifying. Thony, no longer afraid, asserts herself, making it clear that she’s not under Ramona’s control. But Ramona, ever the strategist, offers Thony a deal: bring Jorge to see her, and she’ll help with the visas. It’s a high-stakes negotiation, and Thony knows she’s walking a dangerous line.
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Chris, still struggling with his undocumented status, makes a reckless move, attempting to sell Nadia's jewelry that was gifted to Fiona, to fund a trip to LA to see Camilla. The two are still together, but Camilla and her family have moved to LA. His actions lead to police involvement, adding another layer of tension to an already volatile situation. Fiona, now fully stepping into a maternal leadership role, gives him tough love, reminding him that he needs a real plan for his future.
As Jorge and Thony sit down to discuss Ramona’s demand, a sniper attack interrupts them, leading to a gripping shootout. Jorge is wounded, and Thony’s medical skills kick in as she saves his life. It’s in this moment that Thony sees an opportunity—if Jorge trusts her enough to keep him alive, maybe he’ll trust her enough to make her the new cartel doctor. She makes her move, offering to step into the role, not just to survive but to regain control of her own fate. She is warned that working for the cartel means seeing things she can’t unsee, but Thony has already been through the fire—she’s ready.
The episode ends on a chilling note. As Thony drives home, she’s stopped by Ramona’s men, who put her on a call with their imprisoned boss. Ramona reminds Thony that while men may sit on the throne, women hold the real power. But Thony, now fully embracing her strength, fires back: in her world, women can have both. Hanging up the call, she refuses to be intimidated.
As Jorge and Thony sit down to discuss Ramona’s demand, a sniper attack interrupts them, leading to a gripping shootout. Jorge is wounded, and Thony’s medical skills kick in as she saves his life. It’s in this moment that Thony sees an opportunity—if Jorge trusts her enough to keep him alive, maybe he’ll trust her enough to make her the new cartel doctor. She makes her move, offering to step into the role, not just to survive but to regain control of her own fate. She is warned that working for the cartel means seeing things she can’t unsee, but Thony has already been through the fire—she’s ready.
The episode ends on a chilling note. As Thony drives home, she’s stopped by Ramona’s men, who put her on a call with their imprisoned boss. Ramona reminds Thony that while men may sit on the throne, women hold the real power. But Thony, now fully embracing her strength, fires back: in her world, women can have both. Hanging up the call, she refuses to be intimidated.
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"My Way" is a stellar season opener, setting up an intense power struggle while exploring the emotional weight of Thony’s choices. It keeps the heart of the show intact—family remains the driving force behind every decision—but also reminds us that Thony is no longer just surviving. She’s taking charge, making moves, and proving that she’s just as cunning as the criminals she once feared. With new showrunners at the helm this season, there’s always a risk that a series could lose the essence of what makes it great. But if this episode is any indication, The Cleaning Lady hasn’t missed a beat. The tension, character depth, and emotional stakes are all as strong as ever, promising a thrilling and satisfying continuation of Thony’s journey.
