In a small town, where gossip and secrets are part of daily life, two young people, Helen and Paul, find themselves caught in a whirlwind of emotions when a decisive kiss alters the course of their lives. Helen, a sweet and dreamy young woman, has secretly been in love with Paul, an aspiring artist struggling to find his place in the world. However, their lives become complicated when an old childhood friend, Charles, returns to town with intentions to win Helen's heart.