Ep. 7: Arte helps Ruthanna recover her dowry while declining Yuri's job offer
Arte befriends seamstress Darcia and teaches her to read. Yuri invites Arte to join his family as an artisan and tutor for his niece, but she declines to continue her training. Arte meets Ruthanna, the pregnant widow of Leo’s late master’s son. Leo worries for Ruthanna, whose greedy in-laws withhold her dowry. Darcia reveals the mother-in-law only permitted the marriage for financial gain. Yuri pressures Leo to persuade Arte to accept the position, making Leo question if he is hindering her progress. Arte negotiates with Yuri, agreeing to work for six months in exchange for help with Ruthanna. Leo promises Arte will remain his apprentice upon Ruthanna’s return. With Yuri’s aid, Ruthanna secures her dowry and returns to Siena, asking Arte to look after Leo.
Episodes
- Ep. 3 · Leo guides Arte through a carnival dissection and painting lesson, revealing her gender and causing chest pain.
- Ep. 4 · Arte paints courtesan Veronica after realizing her hard work and respecting her profession
- Ep. 5 · Arte negotiates with Ubertino while Leo reveals his past as a homeless beggar
- Ep. 6 · Arte attends a guild funeral and joins apprentices painting a fresco while facing initial rejection.
- Ep. 7 · Arte helps Ruthanna recover her dowry while declining Yuri's job offer
- Ep. 8 · Arte travels to Venice with Leo's advice and Yuri's support while meeting difficult relatives.
- Ep. 9 · Arte tutors Katarina in etiquette while uncovering her hidden talents and family secrets.
- Ep. 10 · Katarina Cooks at Yuri's House and Decides to Visit Gimo on Murano Island
- Ep. 11 · Arte visits a workshop to paint Sofia, while Leo struggles in Florence and Arte faces illness in Venice.