Sofía and Fortunata go down to see the new lord of San Fernando and they are surprised to learn that it is Claudio Fernández DE la Cueva. The doorman warns that Ascanio needs to talk to Sofia, Claudio when he hears that his friend is out, asks that they make him pass and they greet him with great affection. He asks Sofía not to leave the palace, because he needs his company and his support. Sofia and Fortunata accept enchanted.