Not wanting to give his uncle and cousin his title and family lands, Comte du Botte married the first person he met and died fighting for the king. A year later, the young widow goes to the capital to seek justice and a widow's share. The relatives who managed to seize the estate do not want publicity. It’s easier for them to kill a modest provincial woman than to part with what they’ve acquired, but... a surprise awaits them. Jacques du Botte left a will in favor of his young wife! Who will help, who will protect her?