Emma Johnson came out two years ago, so she believes her fate is to be a spinster, as she is a non-standard lady. She takes it well until a bet changes her fate sharply. The Marquis of Rockford is one of the most handsome and disputed men in the Ton, who hangs out with the greatest beauties and is overly concerned with the opinions of others. However, his life takes a different turn by getting involved in a wager, making him realize that he is in love with a non-standard woman. Although he doesn't want to admit it to everyone, he wants the woman he loves to trust his feelings. Will the marquis be able to make Miss Johnson believe in his feelings? And can Emma forget the humiliation and surrender to the love of her life?