As pestilence spreads through Florence, a group of self-centered nobles with secrets and hidden agendas flees to the countryside.

Pampinea settles in as the lady of the house, Neifile and Panfilo receive unfortunate news and romance blossoms within the group.

A new guest threatens Pampinea’s position. Neifile learns the truth about her husband. Filomena tries to reclaim her identity.

The nobles and servants devise a plan to take back the villa from Ruggiero. While in exile, Licisca and Filomena try to reconcile their differences.

Neifile and Panfilo open up to each other. Tindaro bonds with Stratilia’s son. Licisca and Filomena encounter a group of mercenaries.

Sirisco tries to rid the villa of Pampinea. Licisca comes to terms with her parentage. A new heir lays claim to the villa.

The nobles and servants try to ensure their survival by making a deal with the mercenaries who are close to breaching the villa gates.