Daniela, after the college, goes to live with her uncle, her mother's brother in-law Corrado, an inconsolable widower who almost immediately sees her beloved dead wife in her. He initially restricts himself to taking care of her and protecting her, he begins to spy on her and yearn for her. Even one of his friends, Riccardo seems to be tempted by the girl who does not want to give in to his advances. She will make fun of them both before leaving with a handsome sailor.