Summary

The author says that Mexico City is frowned upon due to its criminals and indecent entertainment, but people are also intrigued by its more advanced features (such as cars and movie theaters). The Jazz Age in 1925 shifted to an imitation of American culture including its dances, fashion, and hairstyles. Hun-Kamé says he needs to use her hair to summon a ghost. Casiopea mourns as she cuts it. The ghosts want to eat Casiopea, and she accidentally lets go of Hun-Kamé’s hand, separating them. When Hun-Kamé pulls her back, they tell him he needs to meet with a woman named Xtabay. They leave and the two talk about dreams which Hun-Kamé cannot have. Casiopea says dreams bring happiness just as stars do for her. Hun-Kamé says he would never pick the stars for companions. He tells her she has more beautiful features...