Bless Me, Ultima
Rudolfo Anaya
Literary Fiction
pg. 83-121

Summer is now back, and Antonio's uncle Lucas has fallen ill from witnessing the satanic dance of the daughters of Tenorio Trementina. They ask for Ultima's help in curing Lucas, who in turn says she'll need the help of Antonio. Ultima confronts Ternorio about her daughters, but in turn, Tenorio calls Ultima a bruja (witch). Ultima concocts a mixture for Lucas, who after a long process, has been cured. However, back at home, Cico takes Antonio to see a golden carp, which Antonio had always believed would bring bad luck if fished for. After witnessing the carp, Antonio's friends invite them to play ball with them. Antonio's friends taunt Antonio, saying that a witch lives in his house, talking about Ultima. Antonio and Cico flee to a hidden pond, where the golden carp makes an appearance. Cico warns Antonio to never go there alone. Cico also explains to Antonio that every man sins, making Antonio sad. However, that night, Antonio dreams about the conflicts of his life.

The religious aspects are beginning to confuse me a little bit. They're sort of hard to follow. But overall, I'm still enjoying this because it just provides another interesting insight to religion.