Isabella and Gregory had been trying for a baby for the last five years, but sadly, it was not meant to be. As if that wasn't bad enough, his parents and her sisters-in-law were constantly sneering at her and would often call her barren when she was alone with them.

Despite Gregory reassuring her that he is happy, she feels that she is letting him down; which often clouds her judgement. No longer able to stand his parents or the wicked stepsisters, Isabella informs Gregory that she no longer wants to be in their company, which causes a great deal of friction; leading Isabella to take drastic steps.

She may not be able to have children, but her new maid might, and with that thought uppermost in her mind, she sets her plan in motion.