Germany, 1910.  Ruth von Goseck, beautiful and proud, finds her privileged world shattered by her family's financial ruin.

Forced to seek employment, she navigates a new reality far removed from the gilded cages of her past. Enter Hans von Rainsberg, a brilliant chemist captivated by Ruth's spirit, yet haunted by the belief that she betrayed him for wealth.  

Misunderstandings and simmering jealousy ignite, threatening to consume the embers of their once-passionate love.  

As they clash amidst the changing tides of a new era, will Ruth and Hans break free from the icy grip of pride and suspicion? Or will the proud silence between them extinguish the last flickering hope of a second chance at love?