In a time marked by war and uncertainty, a young woman named Jane lives in a small village where it seems that everything has come to a standstill. Life in her family's home is tough; her father, a man with strict ideals, has become trapped in his own beliefs. Meanwhile, Jane longs to experience the world beyond the confines of her home. When a series of unfortunate events lead her to meet a charismatic soldier returning from the war, her life takes an unexpected turn.