Aqua Tofana refers to a notorious poison utilized during the 17th century, believed to be primarily used by women to kill their husbands in order to gain inheritance. The product gained a dark reputation as it allowed many desperate women to escape their marriages. The comments reflect on this history, highlighting that women often engaged in clandestine operations to procure and distribute the poison, pointing to a community of women who supported each other in their dire circumstances. The discussions suggest a complex interplay between gender, power, and the societal norms of the time, portraying women not only as victims of their circumstances but also as active agents in their survival strategies.