Esperanza confesses to Alicia that she is sad because she feels isolated and lonely in her new environment.
- Feeling like an outsider: Esperanza, a young girl from the city, has recently moved to a small town with her family. She struggles to fit in with the local children and feels like she doesn't belong.
- Lack of connection: She longs for a true friend who understands her experiences and shares her interests. The loneliness she experiences weighs heavily on her, leading her to confide in Alicia, a woman who seems to offer a sense of understanding.
Esperanza's confession to Alicia reflects her desire for emotional connection and her need to express her feelings of discontent and longing.