Caesario faces pressure to marry a man who promises to end the sea monster crisis threatening the coast of Gaul by offering a dowry of one ton of gold. The sea is swarmed by red-shelled creatures with giant pincers, displacing fish and causing hunger among the people. Despite the looming threat and public impatience, Caesario insists she can solve the problem without marriage. When challenged about her ability, she confidently reveals her plan: to eat the sea monsters herself, setting up a bold and unexpected solution to the crisis.