To escape the harassment of her step-brother, Trevor York, Aria Thorne marries Julian Sterling. Her husband cheats on her. She indulges herself, only to be caught by Julian Sterling's brother, Zane Quinn. Zane is a playboy. But it was the moment she tore off her disguise and fell from grace that unexpectedly ignited Zane's interest. The two begin a secret affair. Aria thinks this relationship will come to nothing, but Zane falls deeper and deeper.