January 1939, Spanish Civil War. Jaume and Miquel, two republican soldiers on their way to exile in France, are intercepted by nationals guarding the border. When Jaume is wounded, the escape plans get complicated.

Pep, a 13-year-old boy, is in love with a girl from his grandparents village, Sara Amat. One summer night, Sara disappears without a trace. After a few hours, Pep finds her hiding in his room. Although Pep knows that the entire town is looking for her, he agrees to her stay. Consequently, the boy will be forced to live a double life: he must lie to everyone while satisfying the Sara's demands.