At the Finnish ski resort Tanya gets acquainted with the poet Lugovoi, a gambler. Family life Tanya Larina does not add up. From a difficult conversation with his mother, Lenya learns about the fatal role of the bride's parents in the fate of his family. Yolka's mother forbids her daughter from even thinking about marrying Rafalovich. From a casual conversation, Elka learns about the love affairs of her fiancé. In despair, she breaks off with him and tries to commit suicide.