 Also, both accuse each other of seeking self-autonomy even though they are married; however, even though they want independence, they search for each other in different countries, and both seem to accept their spouse after being abandoned.Eligio condemns his wife for having a relationship with Slawomir and then has a relationship with one of the authors.The ultimate paradoxical representation is presented in the last chapter when he spanks his wife after she returns to Mexico.