 Years after her betrothal, Catalina and her retinue live in poverty as Henry refuses to sponsor her until her parents fulfill her dowry while her parents believe the English crown should pay for Arthur's widow.After her mother's death, Catalina hears rumors that Henry set aside her betrothal years ago and is arranging a marriage proposal between his children and the children of Catalina's sister.Catalina's father commands the Spanish ambassador to return the dowry he had sent, but makes no mention of saving Catalina.