Set in the far-far north, where wolves rule, the head of the valley, Garum, follows the tradition of the lake chief, Hatei, and becomes his guardian. Garum is frank and tough, and Hatei is serious and pure. They respect each other's pride as chiefs and males, but at first they are somewhat at odds with each other. However, as they come into contact with each other's way of life, their deepening bond makes them the one and only pair.