In 1920, a Greek woman feels abandoned, even when an Ottoman government official saves her from the hardships occurring in İznik. Pressed into service as his assistant, she hides behind a false identity. To survive and maintain her cover, circumstances force her to stand by as Ottomans further their plans toward the Greeks. Suspecting her employer is a man of compassion with hidden depths and sympathies, she cautiously appeals to him on behalf of these Greeks. As she pours herself into efforts to keep Greeks safe, she finds herself battling a growing attraction for this man she should despise, risking the revelation of her identity. Her bravery brings her to the point of ultimate sacrifice. To save other Greeks, she may be unable to save herself.