[2] An upright, straight-laced physician, Dr. Eigil Börne (Olaf Fønss), has long been engaged to Hélène (Erna Morena).

A dancer, Lily (Gudrun Bruun-Stefenssen), is fascinated by the doctor and pretends to sprain her ankle.

The Börnes move to the country, where they meet a blind painter (Conrad Veidt).

Dr. Börne learns that Hélène's health is failing, as she is heartbroken over her broken engagement.

When he returns home, Dr. Börne discovers Lily is having an affair with the painter and abandons her.