At the eve of Crimean war orphaned Regina lives with her grandmother in a small cabin near a lavish villa. As the summer approaches there is great anticipation of a big ball to be held.

At the eve of Crimean war orphaned Regina lives with her grandmother in a small cabin near a lavish villa. As the summer approaches there is great anticipation of a big ball to be held at the villa with many important guests. Regina secretly loans a dress from one the guests in order to attend the party. Handsome lieutenant falls in love with Regina, but she escapes the ball leaving one of her shoes behind.—Janne Järvinen