When Ruby unwittingly witnesses an explosive secret at Maxton Hall private school, the arrogant millionaire heir James Beaufort has to deal with the quick-witted scholarship student for better or worse: He is determined to silence Ruby. Their passionate exchange of words unexpectedly ignites a spark...

After a painful betrayal, Ruby is left facing the ruins of her relationship with James. She only wants one thing: her old life back, when she was invisible at Maxton Hall. While she tries to suppress her feelings, the remorseful James does everything he can to win her heart back - whatever the cost.