Madam Beja

Childhood sweethearts Beja and Antônio plan to marry as soon as he finishes his schooling abroad; but while he's away, Beja catches the attention of Mota, one of the King's magistrates, who upends her plans for the future.

After she's dragged from Araxá to Paracatu, Beja dodges Mota's advances while seeking refuge in her budding friendship with Severina; in Rio, Antônio finds himself narrowly escaping serious trouble with help from his childhood friend João.

After a cruel magistrate upends her future, Beja fights to maintain her freedom and individuality in a society determined to box her in.

After a cruel magistrate upends her future, Beja fights to maintain her freedom and individuality in a society determined to box her in.

Family members discover secrets about pregnancy and relationships; Maria attempts to get closer to Beja but is rejected and decides to protect her brother's reputation; Angélica discovers Antônio with Candinha and learns that Beja is pregnant; Angélica then attempts to harm Beja.

Antonio seeks reconciliation with his family; Joao becomes involved in politics; Maria faces an emotional crisis at a significant moment in her life.