The story revolves around a young girl named Lily, who is an insomniac. Her mother, an artist, has a special bond with her dog, Marcel. Despite their close connection, Lily feels neglected and distant from her mother. One day, a sudden and unpredictable event occurs that changes everything for the family.
The event is a natural disaster that forces the family to relocate. As they move, Lily's insomnia worsens, making it difficult for her to fall asleep at night. This leaves her feeling even more disconnected from her mother. However, when they arrive at their new home, things start to change.
Lily discovers that her mother has been painting all night, creating a beautiful mural on the wall of their new home. The mural depicts a scene of love between the mother and her beloved dog, Marcel. Lily is deeply moved by this gesture and realizes how much her mother loves her.
As they settle into their new life, Lily starts to see her mother differently. She realizes that while she may have loved Marcel more than anything else, her mother's love was just as deep. They start to spend more time together, exploring their new surroundings and building a stronger bond.
In the end, the unexpected event that brought them together allows Lily to understand the true depth of her mother's love. She learns that love can be found in unexpected places and that it can overcome any obstacle.