The entire play, from the opening act is based on the
greed of the characters. Everyone is hoping to be the one to inherit Volpone's money
and they are all angling to be the favorite friend.
A
wonderful example is the behavior of Corvino towards his wife. He is so easily
convinced to allow his wife to go and sleep next to Volpone in the hopes that it will
not only help Volpone get better but will also curry further favor and get him closer to
the inheritance. Obviously it is absurd and over the top, but it is a great example of
greed overcoming any normal scruples.
The action continues,
again with the main driving force being the greed of the
characters.
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