Charlotte Winslow, a palace servant, falls deeply in love with William Hawthorne, the brother of the princess she serves. Their forbidden love faces relentless opposition from societal norms and William's disapproving father. Forced apart, they yearn for each other's company, their love sustained by William's sister's unwavering support. Amidst a grand ball to find William a bride, tensions escalate, and secrets unravel.