Charming Jacoba Ford was left an orphan without a penny in her pocket and a roof over her head and was forced to look for work through an advertisement in the newspaper. Finally, a place has been found as a companion for the elderly Earl of Kilmurdock. However, upon arriving in Scotland, the poor girl discovers that she has become part of a cruel joke - the “elderly” Earl is young and full of strength. Thus begins the story of funny mistakes, dangerous adventures and tender, passionate love...