Synopsis

The heights of triumph inevitably give way to depths of despair. The fundraiser’s success, the assured letter of recommendation, and a deepening connection between Ruby and James – all were overshadowed by Mortimer’s discovery. The simmering tensions within the Beaufort household reached a dangerous crescendo, culminating in a threat from Mortimer that jeopardized Ruby's future. To safeguard her, James was faced with an impossible choice.