It is a time of war in Europe, during which life is cheap and men are violent.
Viktor, a fierce young sergeant of the mounted hussars, and Sage, a peaceful camp follower, are thrown together and become lovers.
Knowing that their relationship is forbidden, the two of them endeavour to keep it hidden from the rest of the world. But when a superior commander, Anselm, finds out and threatens to unravel everything, the two lovers each have their own way of dealing with the impending crisis.
Love and violence are inextricably entwined. A dark erotic romance of what happens when the lanterns burn low in a military camp.