Where the Air Is Clear Chapter Summary & Analysis - Part 3, Section 1, " Betina Regules" Summary

Part 3, Section 1, " Betina Regules" Summary

A pair of new characters enters the scene, as the narrative passes to the next generation. A promising young lawyer, Jamie Ceballos, attracts the attention of one Betina Regules, daughter of the famous businessman Roberto Regules (the same Regules who managed to bring down the Robles empire). Though Jaimie is a provincial and not of high social background, his brilliance and bright future draw him the interest of Betina, Mexico City's "golden girl." Jamie resembles Betina's father Roberto in many respects, as he is from the same region and background. They fall passionately in love in a romance reminiscent of that of Norma and Robles; he has the financial and legal wizardry while she provides the social connections.

Only on Sundays does Betina reveal her arrogant, superior character, disdaining the locals, putting on airs and name-dropping. Jaime is uncomfortable but understands he must learn such sophistication if he is to...
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