Maddalena Loustolot awaits the return of her husband Antonio from a visit to the Marchesa, who owns their farm. Antonio has been anxious that their lease on the farm be renewed, and that the mortgage — held by the Marchesa — not be called in. Antonio arrives, relieved at having been assured that the Marchesa's brother, the Marchese (Marquis of Boisfleury) will speak on their behalf.
Maddalena Loustolot is waiting for her husband Antonio to return from a visit to the Marchesa, who owns their farm. Antonio has been worried about renewing their lease and avoiding foreclosure by the Marchesa. He arrives relieved that the Marchesa's brother, the Marchese (Marquis of Boisfleury), will speak up on their behalf.