Germain Cazeneuve, an experienced probation officer nearing retirement, is assigned to work with ex-convict Gino Strabliggi, who wants to start a new life after ten years serving time for bank robbery. Cazeneuve's family warmly welcomes him, but Gino's fresh start is overshadowed by the tragic accidental death of his wife. Despite pressure from former accomplices, he stays on the right path. In Montpellier, he finds work at a printing plant and meets Lucy, a bank employee, with whom he cautiously begins a new relationship. Inspector Goitreau remains skeptical, dismissing the idea of reintegration and convinced that Gino is planning another heist...