John Price, Duke of Marlborough, is a wealthy, forty-year-old bachelor who is unexpectedly smitten with a young woman. He's unconventional for his social standing, having spent his younger years on battlefields and avoiding the typical expectations of his peers. He's now determined to win the affection of this woman, whom he considers his equal. He plans a romantic and impressive courtship, showcasing his wealth and status subtly while emphasizing his genuine affection.