Chapter Two Summary

Dr. Alberto de Quinteros is a gynecologist who is excited about his niece Elianita's wedding that afternoon. He starts his day by checking in on his patients at the clinic where he works, and then he heads to the gym to get an early workout. At the gym he meets up with his trainer, a few friends who he works out with and his nephew Richard, Elianita's brother. Alberto quickly picks up on a negative vibe from his nephew, but he can't figure out what is bothering him.

The wedding is a lavish affair planned out by Elianita's parents, and everyone is impressed by the ceremony and reception. Alberto is saddened to find Richard in more of a foul mood than when they met earlier. Richard refuses stubbornly to confide in Alberto and he is forced to leave his nephew to...