Rafael Monteiro and his Sister-in-law were sentenced to death for refusing a child for Consort Fernanda's medicine. The palace offered pardon for stimulating Consort Fernanda's lactation. Rafael used modern medical skills to stimulate lactation. He navigated harem forces (Empress, Consort Isabella) and foiled palace conspiracies. From death row to Director of The Royal Nursery, then important minister, Rafael accumulated power, rescued his family, and gained influence.