Eddie Hawkins, a master thief recently released from prison, dreams of a simple cappuccino but is quickly pulled back into the criminal world. Known as "the Hawk" for his skill, he is coerced by two opposing crime factions into stealing Leonardo da Vinci artifacts. These valuable pieces are part of a scheme to reconstruct a gold-making machine invented by da Vinci. Hawk's old friend and partner, Tommy "Five-Tone" Messina, reluctantly joins him as they navigate a treacherous landscape filled with eccentric criminals and double-crosses. With every theft, Hawk finds himself deeper in trouble, pursued not only by criminals but also by suspicious law enforcement agents.

As Hawk delves deeper into the conspiracy, he encounters the mysterious Anna, who may have her own secret agenda. As they team up, Hawk discovers that the true stakes involve world domination rooted in alchemical power. Hawk and Anna draw closer to the truth behind the artifacts while dodging assassination attempts and unraveling deceptive alliances. The caper takes them across various European locales, requiring them to outwit adversaries at every turn. Facing impossible choices and increasingly dangerous situations, Hawk must rely on his cunning and skills to navigate the perilous web surrounding him, while also attempting to maintain his sense of morality amidst chaos.