For example, here’s a general summary of based on the show’s narrative arc: La Reina del Sur (2011) – Episode 2, Part 1 Summary (Fictional Summary) Teresa Mendoza, having survived her traumatic journey to the United States, begins to navigate the dangerous world of drug trafficking under the guidance of Mateo Guzmán, El Güero’s right-hand man. In this episode, she is introduced to the harsh realities of cartel life, witnessing her first violent act as a form of initiation. Meanwhile, El Güero, threatened by rival cartels, tightens his control, setting Teresa on a path of no return.