On the governor's order, each pueblo in the territory is given a printing press to start its own newspaper, supposedly to promote free speech. Don Diego volunteers as editor of the 'Los Angeles Guardian'. Felipe reports outlaws attack farmers in the northern valley- Zorro rides to ambitious José Rivas's rescue. Helped by don Alejandro at the press and Felipe, Diego exposes the alcalde's abuses, while Victoria starts a hearts column 'donna Corazon' and Mendoza a culinary one 'Señor Estomago'.