Ravishing the Heiress

Millicent marries the impoverished Earl Fitzhugh in a pragmatic arrangement, waiting eight years before consummation with the purpose of producing an heir and then leading separate lives. However, as their marriage progresses, she finds herself falling in love with her husband, who plans to reunite with his childhood sweetheart after honoring their pact. As the time to become true husband and wife approaches, both must confront the true nature of their feelings—whether their arrangement has blossomed into genuine love or remains a deep friendship.