Otea Emmons, the vainly arrogant young lass, would stop at nothing to prevent her from engaging in the arranged marriage to a stranger. She stubbornly maintained that no one would break her strong resolve, especially not him! Securing passage on a ship would allow her to sail away from the impending marriage and she would be rid of her prospective suitor. The young and very dapper, Devry Smith, was hindered from receiving what he felt was due to him. He only needed to fulfill the terms of one contract and she was the perfect solution. Only one night of passion to secure the terms of the contract, but would love get in the way, as he sailed right into her arms on a sea of love!