A frugal woman who wins a $5,000 lottery prize. She marries McTeague but refuses to spend the money. After her fingers are bitten and amputated, she works as a janitor to protect her savings, ultimately becoming the victim of McTeague's murderous greed.
Maria's transaction with Trina initiates the fortune that drives the main tragedy.
The subplot states that Maria sells Trina the lottery ticket that later wins $5,000.
Their family connection gives Marcus access to Trina and places him close to the central relationship.
Marcus is explicitly described as Trina's cousin.
Their marriage becomes the central domestic relationship of the story.
The plot states that Trina eventually agrees to marry McTeague, and they continue living together in a small apartment.
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