Lucas, Lord Ashton, never expected anything from his bride other than excellent manners and an impeccable reputation. The very idea that a true lady could become for her husband not only a faithful wife, but also an ardent lover, seemed insulting and absurd to him. However, the meeting with Iris Langley changed everything for Lucas. Is Iris far from his ideal bride? Her name is associated in the world with a scandal? What does it matter if Lucas finally met a woman who managed to melt his icy heart and ignite his soul with a burning, violent passion?..