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Tied to the violent Edmund by a betrothal contract, Elizabeth Farrell gains an unexpected opportunity for deliverance when their bridal party is stopped in the forest by a band of men. William Downes offers to pay off her contract - if she will enter a temporary marriage of convenience with him instead. Scarred by his past, William refuses to consider marrying for love, but needs a bride to protect both his sister's illegitimate child and the family's land. Will Elizabeth accept the bargain?