When Chinese-Canadian immigrant Henry Xing wanders into a bar one night, his life changes forever, There, he meets Elouise Anderson, an independent woman with a sing-song voice who immediately takes a liking to him. On the inside, their relationship is perfect. But, those on the outside can't help but notice oceans of difference between them. Elouise's closest friend Douglas is the first to point out all the things that could make their relationship fail, and Henry's friend George is never far behind. Besides, Henry is needed back home in ten months for his own wedding- once his Ma finds him a bride. When her sister gets married, Elouise is financially forced to find a new home, and Henry quickly volunteers. As she settles into her new life in Chinatown, Douglas looks for any way to uproot her life, trying not to expose his truest intentions- he wants Elouise for himself. As Canadian legislation and Douglas's meddling draws them closer apart, Elouise and Henry will have to confront their own actions and come to terms with what they've done.