In order to find out what happened to her twin brother, Emery Montbard disguises herself as a man and gains the help of the honorable knight Nicholas de Burgh. They agree that a conspiracy may be behind the disappearance of Emery's brother, but that's not the only thing troubling Nicholas-while on his quest, he finds himself oddly attracted to Emery, despite his belief that she's a man. While Emery tries to hide her secret, Nicholas hides a secret of his own, one that may very well hinder his chances at ever finding love. What will become of these two? And will they succeed in bringing down the conspiracy?
Proud knight of the noble de Burgh family, Nicholas continues his journey with the beautiful Emery, who was disguising herself as a boy. Emery's twin brother is missing and a plot involving a treasure and two chivalric orders is being concealed, as well. The two of them are chasing after the answer to the mystery, but Nicholas is struck with a high fever and their journey comes to a halt. The truth is that he has contracted a fatal disease and this was meant to be his final journey. The two of them have forbidden feelings for one another, but they keep themselves from kisses. What will become of their love, her missing brother and the secret plot?