The life of Niels Larsen, a gifted young cellist, is unfolding as it should. He’s about to complete his music studies at the University of Toronto, and is ready to commit to Aude, his long-time love and soulmate. His world is shattered when a casual remark at a New Year’s party back home in Vancouver reveals the truth about his origins. Questioning the very basis of his existence, Niels drops out of university, abandons his cello, forsakes Aude, and cuts all ties with his family to embark on a solitary journey of healing and self-discovery.