María · Character

Señor A⸺

A gentleman referred to by an abbreviated name, appearing in social or business contexts.

minor

Also known as Señor, the Señor

First appearance: xvi

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In V: Shows kindness to his slaves, arranges Bruno's wedding, and decides to send Efraín to Europe for medical studies. Later, in XV: Efraín's father, who delivers the serious news and sets the conditions for Efraín…

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See Señor A⸺ in xvi

Narrative arc

Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

María’s hesitation and her whispered “Don’t go” mark the emotional peak: her fear of being left alone with Jor…

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Señor A⸺ appears across 11 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

V
Shows kindness to his slaves, arranges Bruno's wedding, and decides to send Efraín to Europe for medical studies.
XV
Efraín's father, who delivers the serious news and sets the conditions for Efraín and María's future.
XVII
Shows Efraín a new watch and gives him instructions for Emigdio's father.
XXVII
Efraín's father, who questions María about her refusal and seems to understand her secret.
XXIX
Mentioned as potentially writing about his journey, which concerns Efraín's departure.
XXXI
Efraín's father, jovial and persistent in his teasing, oversees the packing.
XXXII
Efraín's father, who receives the devastating news of financial loss and struggles with the blow.
XXXV
The father, suffering from a severe fever and delirium, likely due to financial loss.
XXXVI
Sends letters confirming the travel plans and expresses his regard for Efraín.
XLIX
Brings the letters from home and informs Efraín of María's condition, urging immediate departure.
L
The collector, a friend of Efraín's father, hosts Efraín and arranges his travel.

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See Señor A⸺ in xvi