Korsikan veljekset

A lone traveler arrives on the storm‑kissed island of Corsica in the spring of 1841, his journey a curious blend of adventure and comfort. He rides a legendary horse that leaps bridges without a rail, effortlessly covering fifteen leagues a day while the curious locals offer him half a meal and a full bed in exchange for nothing but his polite presence. As he wanders the rugged villages, the narrator paints vivid scenes of narrow streets, crumbling castles, and the warm, sometimes teasing, hospitality of the island’s residents.

In a modest palace perched on a garden’s edge, he meets Madame Savilia, a widow whose graceful poise masks a sharp wit. Their conversation drifts between polite curiosity and subtle cultural clashes, revealing the island’s intricate customs and the ever‑present undercurrent of vendetta. The first act sets a rich tableau of travel, personality, and Corsican intrigue, inviting listeners to step into a world where every stone and every greeting holds a story waiting to unfold.