Vladimir Makarov and his lover share a six-year relationship despite his criminal activities. The lover discovers Makarov's involvement in murder and war crimes, leading to a confrontation and the lover's death by suicide. Years later, after imprisonment, Makarov seeks refuge in a church, injured. He encounters someone who bears a striking resemblance to his deceased lover, a priest/nun who offers aid without recognition. This encounter prompts reflection on his past actions and the loss of his lover.