Thomas has just learned of the death of his brother Richard, whom he has not seen for several years. He leaves Paris and goes to Marseille to recognize the body.

Thomas lives in Paris. He learns of the death of his brother Richard, whom he had not seen in years. After recovering his belongings and recognizing the body at the Marseilles Forensic Institute, he went to their hometown of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. There, he rents a room in a hotel run by Jeanne, who knew Richard well. Thomas decides not to reveal his identity to him.