Overview

Back in 1950, amidst the ravages of the Korean War, Sergeant Süleyman stumbles upon a half-frozen little girl, with no parents no help in sight. Fearful and on the verge of death, this woman catches the core of Süleyman, who risks his life to rescue , smuggling her to his Army base and out of harms way. Maybe not knowing her name and also not able to communicate with her, her Ayla is named by Süleyman, in reminiscence of the moon on the fateful night during which they met. The only form a instantaneous and inseparable bond, and Ayla brings an joy into the brigade in the grip of war. Because the war comes to a close Süleyman's brigade is told they will be returning home. Süleyman does all within his ability to take her with him, and can not tolerate abandoning Ayla. After repeated failure, he is forced to give Ayla into a orphanage, but does not give up on the expectation of one day. Will the two get back together?