The first episode takes place in ancient Rome at the time of Decius. The second, medieval part is located in a small town around the year 1500. The third and last part takes place at a small European court of princely shortly before the outbreak of the First World War. In the first two parts, the characters seal their fate by dishonesty, taking a tragic turn on those lies. In the last, "modern" episode, the protagonist learns from the mistakes of the past. With her commitment to the truth she saves her love and overcomes all social prejudices. The leitmotifs connecting the three episodes are a magical ring and the theme of transmigration.