In the bustling heart of a large department store in New York during the 1930s, the struggle for power and romance intertwines explosively. The store manager, a charismatic yet ruthless businessman, faces the challenges of maintaining his empire in times of economic crisis. His aggressive approach leads him to make drastic decisions that affect his employees and, ultimately, his own morality.
One day, a young and ambitious saleswoman enters his life, challenging his conventions and awakening in him a more sensitive side he thought was lost. As their relationship develops, they confront the harsh realities of work life and personal sacrifice, pushing both of them to the brink between the professional and the personal. The attraction between them burns intensely, and their clandestine encounters become an electric mix of passion and dangerous implications.
The dark landscape of work is presented amidst class conflicts, unchecked ambition, and power struggles that could dismantle what they have built. As the protagonist grapples with ethical dilemmas and the impact of his leadership on his employees, the line between love and manipulation becomes ever more tenuous. The story is a haunting journey through morality in difficult times, where desire, ambition, and survival collide memorably, leaving an indelible mark on all involved.