The Cailleach, an ancient goddess, controls winter in Scotland. She imprisons Bride to be her servant. The Druid teaches Bride to discover the Cailleach's secret name, find the well of youth that renews her, and perform a dance to turn the Cailleach to stone. Bride does this, gaining the Cailleach's power over winter and bringing spring earlier each year. The Cailleach remains trapped in stone, and Bride continues to help people in need each spring.