What happened in the conservatory the night of the ball could ruin me.

As the Duke of Somerset's daughter, I should've known better. I may be unconventional, but allowing myself to become part of a salacious scandal is something I would never do. But when I came upon the dark-haired stranger, gloriously lit by the full moon's light, I couldn't look away.

I was drawn to him, like he was mine to possess. So I stayed, hidden from view.

Then his eyes met mine…

I was choked by fear, yet I still couldn't look away. His seductive gaze held me captive. Until I finally gasped for air and ran back to the ballroom, hoping to disappear into the crowd.

But Alasdair Stewart, Royal Navy Captain and future Earl of Galloway, found me. He toyed with me, taking liberties no gentleman ever should. I warned him to stay away, but he would not be deterred. Slowly, he melted my cold façade with his wit and charm…and that kiss.

Then, a scandalous lie changed the course of my life. Now, I must move to the rugged coast of Scotland to live amongst strangers. Yet, I will soon learn Fate has touched my life, and my soul has returned home with its eternal mate.

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