The central story is a beautiful love story. It is the story of Carlota, the daughter of the Vimieiro Counts (who are broke), who spend their vacations at Vidago Palace every year. The previous year, Carlota was betrothed to César, the son of some very wealthy Portuguese emigrants in Brazil who were also vacationing at Vidago Palace.

August 2, 1936. Before an elegant audience, the Vidago Palace golf course is inaugurated by His Excellency the President of the Republic, Marechal Óscar Carmona.

Carlota discovers Pedro prostrate in the hut, wounded and delirious, semi-unconscious. He can only say, with difficulty, "help me, Dolores." Carlota, with the help of her parents, take care of Pedro.

Pedro, dressed as an employee of the Vidago Palace, enters Carlota's room at night. The two have many explanations to ask each other. But Livia's arrival prevented them from speaking. They agreed to meet at the cabin the next day.

The Counts of Vimieiro have just discovered that Carlota didn't sleep in the hotel.

Pedro doesn't even believe Dolores kissed him. He makes it clear to her that his heart belongs to Carlota. They are interrupted by Inspector Lopes who informs them of something that surprises them: Pedro has friends who will be able to set him free. Pedro, instinctively, says he's not going anywhere without Dolores. Lopes, in an apparent good mood, grant him the wish.