A NOBLE KNIGHT ON A CHALLENGING MISSION... Darius of Faucon has been sent on a king's mission--to thwart the local smugglers and protect the widow of Thornson Keep until a husband can be found for her. A seemingly simple task for such a noble knight--until he sets eyes on Marguerite, his childhood love...and Lady of Thornson! Though Marguerite was forced to wed another, she never let go of the passion she once shared with Darius--nor forgot the gift he unknowingly bestowed upon her. Now she must send Darius away before he discovers the truth....