Derriford

Viscount Derriford prefers a quiet, unpressured life and has no plans for marriage, but his inheritance from his aunt comes with the requirement to engage with the local gentry, challenging his愿望 for solitude. Miss Mary Coker, a pragmatic spinster approaching her 30th birthday, is determined to help the awkward newcomer feel at ease, uncovering beneath his reserved exterior a surprising depth. This story explores how unexpected connections can develop when two individuals navigate societal expectations and personal desires.