A seven-part serial adapted from Howard Spring's novel about life in England in the 1930s. The story centers on the relationship between a young artist and a fiery Irish girl, who meet by chance in the countryside.

A proposition from Nick—to live with him in Manchester—and a proposal of marriage from Jacob confront Anna.

Tension between Nick and his friend Anton mars a party for the artistic community. When Nick leaves, Anna is courted by another man.

Already distraught, Anna arrives home to a tableau of intimacy between Nick and Rachel.

Rachel, ambitious to marry well, meets Nick's millionaire father in a hotel lounge.

The relationships between Nick and Anna, Rachel and Sir George are tested.

Anna and Nick take wedding vows and Rachel determines to pursue her career.