The plot of the dramatic series "La Dama Velata" unfolds in Italy at the end of the 19th century. Count Grandi eagerly awaits the birth of his firstborn. However, his beloved wife dies during childbirth, giving birth to twins Clara and Matteo. A cunning relative, who wishes to make her own son the sole heir to the title, lies to the Count, telling him that he only has a daughter. In despair, he sends the girl to be raised by a simple rural family. But years later, Clara and Matteo decide to get married, unaware of the whole truth.