Antonio sold a piece of land to Renato binding himself not to sell the same to another person. On the following day, Antonio sold the land to Carlos who immediately took possession in good faith. In the case at bar, the proper remedy of Renato is to:

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Renato's proper remedy is to institute an action for damages against Antonio because Antonio breached the contract by selling the land to Carlos, violating the agreement not to sell the land to another person. Annulment or nullity actions target the validity of the sale to Carlos, which is not directly relevant since Carlos took possession in good faith, and recovery of the land does not address the breach of contract by Antonio.

Antonio Sold a Piece of Land to Renato Binding Himself