In a dark and gothic landscape of the 18th century, a talented yet tormented detective faces an unsettling mystery that threatens to spiral into chaos and terror. The tranquility of the small village is interrupted by a series of brutal murders, and all fingers point to a supposed sorcerer living in isolation in the woods. As paranoia grows among the villagers, our protagonist plunges into a world of superstitions and old legends that seem to come to life.
Determined to unravel the truth, the detective embarks on a dangerous mission that leads him to investigate not only the suspects but also his own inner demons. Amid political intrigues, forbidden loves, and unusual alliances, he encounters a mysterious woman who enriches the story with a touch of romance and complicity, while revealing dark secrets that have remained hidden for years.
With each clue he gathers, the tension rises, and what seemed like a simple case of murders transforms into a deadly game between reason and the supernatural. As time runs out, the detective must decide whom to trust, facing not only powerful enemies but also the distressing possibility that the real monster is not in the woods but in the very souls of men. With a shocking climax, the story explores the fine line between sanity and madness, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats.