After being left destitute by the death of her parents, Moira Lovelace travels by carriage to seek solace in the home of her Cousin Lily. On the way, the coach is attacked and a handsome but wounded Marquess is left in Moira's care. A mysterious traveler, Major Hilary Norman, comes to assist, and soon Moira realizes that she has captured the interest of both men. Her head and heart are lead into a battle as she tries to determine which man will gain her love.