Prince Andrei’s father is reluctant to let him betroth Natasha Rostov and sends him traveling abroad for a year to put the couple’s love to the test. Natasha accepts his depart and promises to wait for his return. The Rostova family at the brink of financial ruin, wishes to marry off their son Nikolai to the wealthy heiress Julie Karagina, however the young Count refuses to go through with the alliance and maintains his promise to marry his lifelong love, Sonya. Meanwhile, Boris charms his way to Julie Karagina’s heart and successfully becomes her accepted suitor. As the months go by…