In 19th century setting, Max and Carlos fall in love young but are forced apart when Carlos breaks off their relationship to protect Max’s future. Years later, a decorated Navy Captain Max returns, believing Lord Carlos abandoned him, only to discover Carlos’s unanswered letters were stolen by Max’s father. After confronting the truth, they reunite, heal, marry and build a life together by the sea. Tropes: Second chances, "What letters?", Miscommunication, Angst with a happy endingg