A woman, Teresa, is trapped in an abandoned palace, living in squalor. She reveals her father was a respected general, and she pins her hopes on the Elder King's return to restore her honor. A companion points out her 'chubby figure' has caused gossip, leading Teresa to vow she will lose a hundred pounds in one month to transform herself. Meanwhile, an aunt and her accomplice discuss Teresa's predicament, fearing the Elder King's investigation if she dies now. They decide to wait a month for his return, planning to make him despise Teresa first, so they can eliminate her without consequence.