Edmund’s hatred for his uncle festers beneath the surface. He let his father die, sick and helpless. Now that his downfallen earldom has passed to his only nephew, Edmund must secure a wife from an influential family to keep his new title. However, his need for revenge is still boiling. Who would want to marry a man who plans to end his bloodline?
Lady Margaret’s wish to marry for love will soon be destroyed. For a hideous gentleman tries to force himself on her, marring her reputation forever. Who would marry a lady with a blackened name in society? When Edmund sees Margaret’s predicament, he knows that marriage seems like a win-to-win situation for both. Margaret’s hopes for a happily ever after blossom again after this unexpected proposal. Yet, her new husband avoids her like the plague. How can they share a future if he can’t even share her bed? She played with his mind, he played with her heart