In the fourth episode of "Thursday’s Widows," we delve into the intricate lives of the De La Luna family, portrayed by Mavi as a microenterprise where every child has a dedicated nanny, with Luna reigning as the chief nanny. Alongside, the household is tainted by the unfortunate demise of a pregnant dog during delivery.

The De La Luna family is ensconced in Altos de las Cascadas, gifted by the state governor, Martin's grandfather, around whose tenure the club was built. Their affluence seemingly hinged on political wins, a common trope among Mexican politicians. Martin, overshadowed by his grandfather's prestige, yearns for his party’s backing to contest a governor’s seat. He faces a blemished familial legacy due to his father’s corrupted politics and subsequent escape before incarceration.

Martin, perceived as extravagant and socially inept, became an encumbrance to his party. He portrays a lavish lifestyle that belies the reality of his ineptitude as a leader. His political aspirations crumbled, coinciding with news of Lala's pregnancy, and he adopted the role of an independent candidate. Martin and Tano attempted to secure private sponsorships, with former employee Monica helming the campaign, anticipating a triumphant political journey.

However, mounting bills and plummeting poll standings signaled impending doom. Layoffs ensued under the guise of household renovations, but Martin’s financial predicament persisted. Tano’s reference to a dignified suicide from a film left Martin contemplating his actions. Subsequent attempts to secure support and funds, including a debasing proposition from potential lender Ramos and his wife, proved futile.

Martin's aspirations of securing a loan to rehire Monica and revive his campaign face rejection. Familial hardships escalate, forcing them to illegal measures like tapping into neighbors’ utilities. Lala's attempt to maintain normalcy for their children, amid their financial disarray and local speculations, only accentuated their distress.

Lala succumbs to moving to Houston as their predicament worsens, orchestrating a charity event to mask their financial strain. Following, the holiday season saw the De La Luna household stripped of essentials, culminating in a distraught Martin questioning his fate and a mentally disheveled Martin experiencing electrocution.

Martin’s downfall is arguably self-inflict, a result of his overblown ego and reliance on familial privileges without substantial effort, leaving Lala as a collateral victim. Teresa's obliviousness to her husband's similarly perilous trajectory only adds a layer of irony to the narrative.

In conclusion, the episode paints a detailed picture of the De La Luna family’s spiral into despair, shaped by Martin’s imprudent aspirations and egotistical blindness, leading to a symphony of familial discord and public humiliation.

Thursday’s Widows is now streaming on Netflix.