After a revealing accident foretells a future of bullying from the male lead, Damian, Ellie aims to avoid him. Yet, witnessing the mistreatment he endures, she steps in to shield him until he reunites with Duke Schuetz, his prospective adoptive father. Unexpectedly, the duke proposes that Ellie join them as his son's betrothed. This unforeseen development raises questions about Ellie's destiny and the tale's trajectory.