At an unspecified time, in a father's home and its surrounding gardens, the inner struggle of the family's three sons unfolds. The younger son's return to his father's roof once again brings the longing for freedom into conflict with family ties and the demand for order. In conversations with his father, mother, and elder brother, he tries to understand the meaning of the path he has taken, while the youngest son in the household faces a similar choice. The story reflects on individual independence, faith, love, and choosing one's own path in life.