The rogue Pedro Malasartes is in love with the beautiful Áurea. Próspero, the young woman's brother, does not accept the romance. He knows his godfather: Death.

Pedro Malasartes receives three gifts from his godfather. Death needs a replacement and observes the trickster performing for strangers.

Pedro Malasartes tries to trick Death. He can't resist a pretty woman, and Áurea catches the rascal in the act. Furious, Próspero goes to fetch his sister.