1916 Germany. Renate Hochstetten, a wealthy heiress, uses her beauty as a weapon, captivating the aristocratic circles that once scorned her nouveau riche father.  

Her dazzling smile hides a burning desire for revenge, each conquest a calculated strike against those who looked down upon her family.

Then she meets Heinrich von Letzingen.  An aristocrat of immense pride and unwavering will, Heinrich sees through Renate's carefully constructed facade. He's not intimidated by her icy demeanor or her sharp retorts; instead, he's drawn to the fire within her, determined to break down her defenses and claim her heart.  

But as their battle of wills escalates into a passionate clash, they risk losing not only themselves but also the chance for a love that could transcend their bitter rivalry. Will their pride consume them, or can they surrender to a love as intoxicating as it is forbidden?