At 11 years old, Florante's parents, Duke Briseo and Princess Floresca, sent him to Athens, Greece, to study under Antenor, a renowned teacher.
After six years of studying Astrology, Philosophy and Mathematics, Florante surpassed Adolfo's capabilities, talents, and intelligence, gaining popularity.
While performing during a school contest, Adolfo attempts to kill Florante due to jealousy.
Two months later, Florante receives ten carriages along with a second letter from his father telling him to return to Albania.
Menandro, unwilling to be separated from Florante and gaining permission to travel by his uncle Antenor, accompanied him on his journey.
In Albania, Florante falls in love with Laura, the daughter of King Linceo, completely forgetting about the war.
Helping Crotone, Florante fights against the Persian general Osmalik for five hours, finally slaying him in the end.
Florante protects the kingdom from the Turkish forces under General Miramolin, an acclaimed conqueror.
In Aetolia, Florante later receives a letter from King Linceo, requesting him to come back to Albania.
Florante and Laura as well as Aladin and Flerida marry, with the first couple rising up as king and queen.
[9] The play adaption of Florante at Laura is part of the Philippine high school curriculum.