After living in the countryside for years, Princio returns to his homeland, the tiny yet prosperous kingdom of Lucca, upon the orders of his dying grandfather. Living alone in the annexed building next to the palace, he is discovered by the kingdom's chief doll maker, Feletti, who purposely withholds his knowledge of Princio's past in order to gain his trust and friendship. Princio believes Feletti to be a true friend until he meets Marian, a girl with a penchant for baking and a natural curiosity. Their chance meeting in the kingdom's carousel sets off a series of events with the potential to change everything. As Princio, Marian, and Feletti's dark secrets begin to unfurl, their lives slowly come to light - as love hangs delicately in the balance...