In the fifth century, the kingdom of Burgund falls to the invading army of Melven, and its royal daughters are taken prisoner along with other women of the realm. Teodora, overwhelmed by the threat to her honor, resolves to end her own life rather than submit. Learning that her sister Helena shares the same captivity steels her will, prompting her instead to endure the ordeal for the chance to protect her. The episode follows Teodora’s first steps into this harrowing new reality as she seeks any means to shield her sibling.