In a small yet bustling coastal town, the lives of two lovers are shaken by the relentless passage of time and the realities of adult life. She, a talented painter with dreams of greatness, finds herself caught between her passion for art and her family's expectations, who pressure her to settle down and marry a well-to-do man. He, an idealistic dreamer just returned from the war, seeks his place in the world while trying to escape the shadow of a past that haunts him.
As their paths intertwine, love blossoms between them, defying the conventions and obstacles that life presents. But difficult decisions soon arise. Family pressure and personal ambitions begin to wear on their relationship, leading them to question whether it's worth fighting for their love in the face of an uncertain future.
Meanwhile, an old fishing boat, a symbol of their connection and the time slipping away, becomes a refuge where they embark on dialogues about their dreams, their fears, and what it truly means to say goodbye. In a clear blend of romance and drama, they confront the inexorable passage of time and their own aspirations. Will they find a way to reconcile their individual desires with the love they feel for each other, or will fate intervene, leaving them with a painful farewell?