Darcy Horne inherited the family title of Duke Dreghorn, but was unwilling to give up his habits as a daredevil and a rake - even when he was forced to take care of his orphaned nephew. But one day, the young and lovely governess Kate Watson appeared in the crowbar - and like a ray of sunshine, the duke’s life illuminated. He fell in love passionately - and understood that he was loved. It would seem that everything is simple and wonderful... However, an unexpected obstacle arose between the lovers - a secret that Kate kept...