Lord John is unexpectedly elevated to be the new Duke of Rothford. Due to his elevation he finds out about the twins his duchess Lizzie has birthed ten years ago.
Lord Devon Broadhurst becomes morose and suicidal after losing part of his leg. His friends do everything they can to help him to get a far better view on life.
A villain turned master-spy comes back from the Continent to haunt Rothford, Lindley and Anthony Andover.
Lady Sophia decides to at last marry the man she has loved for years from afar and organizes a house party at the Chateau de Sand.
