1 part Complete MatureLeopold Grey, second-born child of John Grey and Alexandra Hathaway, is heir to his father, and is set to become Viscount Grey and rightful owner of Grey Lodge. Although he is a loving son, wonderful brother, and doting uncle, he is a bit lost when it comes to the practicality of his future, and cannot buckle down.
Theresa Stafford is the younger sister of Algernon Stafford, who is himself best friends with Leopold Grey. Theresa has been in love with Leopold since she was fifteen; at nineteen, she is set to be married off to Baron Michael Matlock, the arch-rival of both Algernon and Leopold, from their Oxford days. As a last hurrah, Theresa is given permission to sing at Johanna and Caspian's annual autumn masquerade ball at Rothchester Hall.
When Leopold, roped into attending the ball, lays eyes on Theresa, he is immediately smitten. Afterwards, during a walk in the gardens, however, Theresa reveals to Leopold who she truly is. How will their story play out?