Recently paroled, Frédéric, works nights at an upscale hotel in the Pyrenees mountains. One night, he spots the hotel owner, Jacques Couvreur, and his son concealing a damaged vehicle. When the police investigate the death of a hotel guest, Frederic covers for his boss, who rewards him by promoting him and taking him under his wing. He is moved by Jacques’ paternal attitude and fascinated by his family and lifestyle, until he realizes he is being set up to take the blame for their crimes.