In the year 1790 the Earl of Tyrone, Colum O'Neal meets Elizabeth on his ride to his castle. He is struck by her unparalleled beauty and youth. However, he will not forget his station in life, but he cannot forget Elizabeth and he doesn't want her to be out of his sight. When she becomes of age he employs her in his keep.
His childhood friend, Edward Mc Hugh the riches Earl in Ireland and England, doesn't share his morals or the strict rules set down by their society. Therefore, he ask Elizabeth to marry him and she accepts.
Will Colum intervene in time to prevent Elizabeth from making a mistake, which could devastate both their lives? Will Edward reveal his secret to Elizabeth before the wedding?