Lou Sheppard, a talented photographer from Durban, South Africa, looked after her younger brothers for ten years. After the twins left for university, she decided to make up for lost time, but her first trip to a nightclub almost ended in tragedy. Some scoundrel drugged Lou's cocktail and tried to take advantage of her helplessness. Will Scott, the coach of the rugby team, comes to the girl's aid. Lou develops deep sympathy for his savior, but understands that Will is not created for a long-term serious relationship, and he won’t be in the city for long... Not wanting to suffer in vain, Lou breaks off this connection and unsuccessfully tries to forget the handsome coach. Will leaves for Oakland, but away from the little mermaid Lou he becomes unbearably lonely...