With Anne and Darcy's charade planned, he attends the theater with his cousin Richard. To his surprise, he hears a woman's musical laugh. Once he sees her smile, their eyes meet, and they cannot take their eyes off one another. Unknown to neither, their lives will be forever changed.Unexpectedly they meet once again, with difficult situations they must overcome. Just when hope can be found for the would-be lovers, tragedy strikes at the hand of Mr. Collins and Mrs. Bennet. With the unexpected help of Mary Bennet, Darcy rescues Elizabeth from what almost takes her life. Through the course of the journey, keeping her close in his arms, is the saving grace for both. An explosive encounter opens their eyes and heart to a deep love that blossoms into a powerful life changing situation. A love that affects everyone they touch.