Mallory's journey through the tumultuous terrain of love and loss begins in the least expected of places: a university gym, where she lays eyes on an elusive, older woman who captures her fascination. Embarking on a secret affair with this enigmatic figure, Mallory finds solace in her presence amidst the pain of her mother's recent passing. As their relationship veils her in a comforting isolation, Mallory must eventually confront the aftermath of their love—a haunting legacy of desire, influence, and the indelible imprint of a soul forever changed. 'We Do What We Do in the Dark' is a story of the enduring impact of secretive passion, and the personal odyssey of accepting the past to embrace the future.