After the death of his wife, James, the Earl of Benfield, struggles with his war injuries and raising his two young daughters. On a weary journey, he meets Emma, Lady Collins, a widow herself, who is equally weary from her travels. Their chance encounter leads to a shared tea in a crowded inn, sparking a friendship. As they navigate societal expectations and personal grief, they find solace and understanding in each other’s company, leading to the possibility of new love and healing.