At the age of twelve, Tamara loses her parents in a car accident and moves in with her distant grandmother. Her only close friend becomes her neighbor, Ilya. Ten years later, their childhood friendship develops into a deep love—they dream of opening their own workshop. Their plans are destroyed by Makar, a wealthy Muscovite in love with Tamara: he frames Ilya, who is sentenced to seven years in prison. Believing the false accusations, Tamara marries Makar, but later learns the truth and begins fighting for a review of the case. Having overcome numerous trials, Tamara and Ilya reunite—yet Makar is not ready to back down. Will their love withstand a man willing to do anything?