A learned professor and daughter of Salomé who strives to preserve her mother's legacy; she grapples with her own identity and aspirations.

Salomé’s husband and a proponent of national development, whose dedication to his ideals often conflicts with personal relationships.

An academic and friend of Camila, whose free-spirited nature contrasts with Camila’s indecisiveness; she offers support in Camila's personal journey.

Salomé’s father and a political activist who influences her poetic development through his own literary pursuits.

Salomé’s older sister, who remains unmarried and disapproves of Pancho due to his betrayal, maintaining a close bond with Camila.

Pancho’s elder brother, who takes an intrusive role in Salomé's life during Pancho’s absence, affecting Salomé and Pancho’s correspondence.

Camila’s older brother, who fulfills a promise to their mother to support Camila; protective yet non-intrusive in Camila’s adult life.