
Courtesan Selina Rowan, a pawn of Marquis Kaelen Quillan, bore son Aidan. Framed by wife Lady Annelise, driven from the manor. Saved by Rhys Shaw, she formed a family with Rhys and stepson Ronan. Reunites with the Quillans; Aidan despises her but craves her warmth. Kaelen Quillan faces ruin. Selina refuses to be a pawn again. Kaelen is brought to justice, Lady Annelise meets a tragic end. Selina escapes with Rhys Shaw. Later, Ronan succeeds; Aidan dies in regret.