Follow the story of two friends, Valentine and Proteus, who travel to Milan to serve in the Duke’s court. Unfortunately, by making this journey, Proteus is forced to leave his promised love, Julia. However, upon meeting Valentine’s fiancé, Silvia, Proteus becomes infatuated with his friend’s love. What results is Proteus’ descent into betrayal and lies in an effort to win the love of Silvia by destroying his friend Valentine, thwarting the rival Thurio, and denying his previous love to Julia.