When the new King takes his throne he marries the lady in his heart setting aside the vicious and clinging woman who had been his betrothed. But love is not a substitute for power and the security of his realm. To regain the alliance he had foolishly thrown aside he will have to make a cruel sacrifice. The woman who returns to him is dutiful but cold and distance. Even as they fight together and his heart softens she remains closed from him. A moment's foolishness may lead to a lifetime of regret.