Despite juggling two jobs, Niki is always short of money and her life is under constant supervision by the social services. When her two children accidentally set the kitchen on fire, they are placed in the care of a foster family. Despite a restraining order, Niki finds them at the other end of Switzerland. With a new identity, she secretly participates in her children’s lives. When Niki is on the verge of being exposed, their only option is to flee.