After divorce, destitute Rosalia enters a contract marriage with Mafia Don Vito for shelter, to care for his orphaned ward Viola. Her tenderness heals the girl and touches the coldblooded Vito. When her exhusband Dario keeps harassing her, Vito defends her fiercely. Genuine love grows between them. Dario gets his deserved comeuppance. Rosalia becomes pregnant and builds a truly warm family with Vito and Viola.
