: A marriage contract signed by their fathers forces the leads together.
: Neither Michael nor Belle wants the forced match. Michael struggles to see Isabelle as anything other than his brother's fiancée, while Isabelle suffers from severe social anxiety and a fear of crowded functions.
: The setting is centered around the Christmas season, adding a "magical" atmosphere to their courtship.
: Michael steps into the role originally intended for his brother.
: The reluctant seventh Duke of Clarence who must navigate a life and a betrothal he never anticipated.
: As the Christmas season progresses, the two agree to get to know one another. Their relationship evolves from one of duty to genuine love as they work through past traumas. Key Characters
: A marriage contract signed by their fathers forces the leads together.
: Neither Michael nor Belle wants the forced match. Michael struggles to see Isabelle as anything other than his brother's fiancée, while Isabelle suffers from severe social anxiety and a fear of crowded functions.
: The setting is centered around the Christmas season, adding a "magical" atmosphere to their courtship.
: Michael steps into the role originally intended for his brother.
: The reluctant seventh Duke of Clarence who must navigate a life and a betrothal he never anticipated.
: As the Christmas season progresses, the two agree to get to know one another. Their relationship evolves from one of duty to genuine love as they work through past traumas. Key Characters