The years of David Rees's stormy youth flew by unnoticed, and suddenly he discovered that in the world he was considered a perverted libertine, whom no self-respecting mother would allow near her daughter. An urgent need to acquire a reputation as a noble gentleman - but how? Suddenly, David is presented with an opportunity - he manages to capture the daring thief Vivien Beecham, who stole his family jewel. Perhaps saving this poor girl and returning her to an honest life will help him whiten himself in the eyes of society, if he manages to restrain himself and overcome the ardent passion that the lovely Vivien inspired in him...