The Mark of Zorro · Character

Señorita Lolita Pulido

A spirited señorita whose family's disgrace has left her with few suitors, she finds herself drawn to the one man she is supposed to fear.

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Also known as Lolita, Señorita Lolita, Señorita Lolita Pulido, the Señorita Pulido, Lolita Pulido

First appearance: VIII: Don Carlos Plays a Game

As a major figure in The Mark of Zorro, Señorita Lolita Pulido is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Dreams while plucking a guitar and runs to a window to see Don Diego approaching.

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Lolita endures Don Diego's tepid courtship and the town's pity with equal grace, refusing to be bartered for the sake of her father's name. When Zorro steals a kiss from her palm in the moonlight, she is caught between the outlaw she should denounce and the thrill he awakens. Her struggle between duty and desire anchors the novel's romance and raises the stakes for every man who claims to love her.

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A Ride in the Morning
Dreams while plucking a guitar and runs to a window to see Don Diego approaching.
Diego Seeks a Bride
Rejects Diego's unromantic proposal, insisting that her husband must woo her and win her love.
VII: A Different Sort of Man
Rejects Don Diego's suit, then encounters Zorro in the patio and is both frightened and fascinated by his boldness.
VIII: Don Carlos Plays a Game
Warns Zorro of her father's plan, showing conflicted feelings and admiration for the outlaw.
IX: The Clash of Blades
Observes the events with a mix of fear and admiration, feeling pride in Zorro's defense of his honor.
X: A Hint at Jealousy
Struggles with her feelings, torn between her family's pressure to marry Don Diego and her admiration for Zorro's daring.
XI: Three Suitors
Rejects Don Diego's suit, finding him lifeless, and secretly yearns for the daring Señor Zorro, who thrilled her with his boldness.
A Visit
Travels to the pueblo with her parents; internally conflicted about the prospect of marrying Don Diego for wealth versus her desire for romance.
XIII: Love Comes Swiftly
Alone when Captain Ramón intrudes; she resists his advances and later confesses her love for Zorro.
Captain Ramón Writes a Letter
Mentioned in Ramón's letter as showing admiration for Zorro and sneering at the soldiers, which Ramón uses to incriminate her family.
At the Presidio
Mentioned as the target of Captain Ramón's revenge plot; Zorro acts to protect her.
XIX: Captain Ramón Apologizes
Rejects Don Diego's marriage proposal, confessing she does not love him; compares him unfavorably to Señor Zorro.
Don Diego Shows Interest
Departs with her family after rejecting Don Diego's marriage proposal.
The Whipping
Mentioned as the object of Don Diego's failed courtship; she has rejected him for lacking dash and spirit.
XXIII: More Punishment
Not present in this chapter.
XXIV: At the Hacienda of Don Alejandro
Mentioned as the object of Don Diego's suit; she has rejected him because he lacks romantic passion.
An Understanding
Confesses to Don Diego that her heart belongs to Señor Zorro; agrees to pretend to consider Don Diego's suit to avoid family pressure.
Orders for Arrest
Accused of aiding Zorro and ordered arrested alongside her parents.
The Outrage
Arrested as well; weeps initially but recovers her pride; silently hopes for Señor Zorro's aid.
The Sign of the Fox
Huddled with her parents in the carcel, unable to sleep.
The Rescue
Rescued from prison, rides with Zorro, expresses trust and love.
Close Quarters
Rides with Zorro, trusting him completely as he takes her to safety.
Flight and Pursuit
Rides with Zorro on his saddle; Gonzales hopes to recapture her at Fray Felipe's house.
XXXIV: The Blood of the Pulidos
Hides behind bales of hides, threatens suicide with a knife to avoid recapture, and escapes on Gonzales's horse.
XXXV: The Clash of Blades Again
Mentioned as the innocent girl insulted by Captain Ramón, and as the object of Zorro's love.
All Against Them
Rides to Zorro's aid pursued by half a dozen troopers; her horse collapses at the tavern, and she declares she would rather die with Zorro than be imprisoned again.
The Fox at Bay
Lolita stays by Zorro's side, declares her love, and asks to see his face and kiss him before the door is broken down, ready to die with him.
The Man Unmasked
Appears on Zorro's arm as he is pardoned and unmasked.
Meal Mush and Goat's Milk!
Clings to Don Diego's arm, professes her love for both Zorro and Diego, and accepts his proposal.

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