Fire Country's Gabriela, played by Stephanie Arcila, has fans talking after her recent questionable hookup in the show. In a recent interview, Stephanie Arcila opened up about Gabriela's choice and what's next for her character.
When asked about Gabriela's decision to engage in a one-night stand with a familiar face, Arcila revealed that her character has been struggling to cope with the stress of her job and the pressures of her personal life. "She's spiraling," said Arcila. "She's trying to find ways to numb the pain and distract herself from her problems."
As for what led up to this point, Arcila explained that Gabriela has been dealing with a number of difficult situations, including her complicated relationships with her colleagues and her ongoing struggles with PTSD. "She's been trying to put on a brave face and pretend like everything is fine, but deep down, she's hurting," said Arcila.
While some fans may be shocked by Gabriela's behavior, Arcila hopes that they will also be able to empathize with her character. "I hope that fans can see that Gabriela is doing the best she can with the resources she has," said Arcila. "She's not a bad person, she's just struggling."
As for what's next for Gabriela and Bode, Arcila revealed that things are about to get even more complicated. "The two of them have a lot of unfinished business," said Arcila. "They care about each other deeply, but they also have a lot of issues to work through." While Arcila wouldn't reveal too much about what's to come, she did say that fans can expect some intense drama in the upcoming episodes. "It's going to be a wild ride," said Arcila.