18th century, Russia... A noble count, handsome, educated and talented Nikolai Sheremetev is a senator, a notable grandee at the throne of Catherine the Great. Praskovya (Parasha) Kovaleva is his slave serf... An unprecedented love story unfolds as the count discovers Parasha's powerful talent and helps her to become Praskovya Zhemchugova, the famous diva and actress. Unlike heroines of many fairytales, she was a historical figure.