Vivian, a terminally ill ballet prodigy, schemes to make her lover Lucas believe she is materialistic and leaves him, so as not to burden him. Secretly, she donates her heart in exchange for Lucas becoming a student of a renowned teacher. Years later, Lucas achieves great success and recognizes Vivian, now a waitress, at his engagement party. He humiliates her relentlessly, ultimately revealing the cruel truth that she paved the way for him with her life, leading to a tragic love story that lasts until death.
