 He was given an audience with the emperor after which he went straight to Palos only to discover his wife, Catalina Martínez del Mercado, believing he had died during the voyage, had remarried, and sold their personal fortunes, and land properties.De Mafra wrote to the emperor complaining of his marital trouble, and asking for his intercession for the return of his possessions.The emperor agreed, and ordered an investigation be made by officials, and to have the matter resolved.