Historical drama from the reign of King Christian IV.
Due to financial machinations Maiden Anna of Ruugaard and Duke Kaj Galt are denied their betrothal with seemingly no hope for a change of affairs. With the invasion of Sweden the Duke sees a possibility to go against the familys position of the war and join His Majestys navy.
All the while the mysterious figure "Monsieur Perdre" appears with advice and warnings against the various family members.