Ancient Rus’. By the will of fate, young girls Lada and Zoryana remain orphans. One longs to avenge the death of her beloved father, the other dreams of a happy marriage. To fulfill her vow, Lada will go to train in the art of war with the gray-haired knight Bobr. His son Yaroslav—who secretly loves the girl—torments Lada with petty criticisms, condemning her intention to become a warrior.
Tender Zoryana dreams of being betrothed to her beloved Vladimir. But fate sends the girl a bitter test on the road to married life. Handsome and cheerful Ogn e slav won’t let Zoryana pass, wanting to take her as his wife.