Back from a worldwide trip, the Caradines have come to a conclusion to wed for better chances at a decent life. The family, who is made up of Mordekai, the eldest brother, Zephyr, the second eldest brother, Ryker, the third eldest brother, Kaemon, the fourth eldest brother, and Arabella, the youngest sister. Their parents abandoned them when Zephyr turned 20 years old, and now, seven years later, the siblings are thriving. Arabella has decided to participate in the season, along with many beautiful girls, hoping to charm the queen and earn herself a husband.
Meanwhile, the Bridgerton's are scouting out a wife for their eldest son Anthony, who is also the Viscount. After hearing about the Caradine's arrival in London, Anthony reunites with his college best friend, Mordekai, meeting his younger sister in the process.
Antoinette Kingsley and Benedict Bridgerton have been inseparable since childhood, their bond woven through years of shared laughter, whispered secrets, and an unspoken love neither dares to name. To society, they are merely childhood friends, but beneath the surface lies a connection neither can shake.
Just as their hearts begin to awaken to what has always been, a secret Antoinette kept to protect his sister's honor is revealed. Benedict, feeling betrayed, cannot understand why she did not confide in him. He does not see that she sacrificed their trust to prevent a duel between Anthony, the eldest Bridgerton sibling, and another man-an act that could have cost more than just a reputation.
Before she can explain, fate intervenes. Antoinette must leave London, her father's worsening condition demanding their family's sudden departure for Edinburgh. With miles now stretching between them and wounds left unhealed, they must navigate years of longing, missed letters, and an ache that refuses to fade.
When they meet again, will love still bloom between them, or has too much been lost to time and pride?
NOTE: Forgive me if there are mistakes, I haven't written anything for the past 4-5 years. If there are, please do alert me.