The secluded lifestyle of Italian millionaire Dinelo Rafael is disrupted by a chance meeting with Englishwoman Tess Jones. Dinelo doomed himself to voluntary loneliness after the tragic death of his parents, for which he blames himself. Dinelo does not believe in the possibility of personal happiness. And the beautiful Tess is not inclined to encourage him. Her proud nature resists the gloomy charm of the millionaire. However, fatal passion overwhelms both and turns their relationship into a protracted duel. Will Dinelo be able to tame the obstinate Tess, or will he have to give her up?