The second TV adaptation of Jovan Sterija Popović's comic novel about a woman who doesn't want to be known as a craftsman's wife but to become noble, aiming to climb up the social ladder. However, it isn't easy for her to stick up with the manners.

Professor of mathematics (played by Petar Kralj) confesses to the famous writer Ivo Andric (played by Tihomir Stanic). The professor’s psychological drama starts off when he picks up a package addressed to a certain lady. In her gratitude, the professor sees a discreet romantic sign.

A biography of Ivo Andrić on the eve of the Second World War catastrophe. Andrić is accompanied by the landlady Marija, her talkative brother Baron, a friend-associate Vera and his lover, pianist Vanda. A complex mix of human destinies including politicians, writers, friends and lovers.