This story takes place during the English Regency era, a time when marriage and love were considered mere contracts. Carmen, a young lady full of imagination and illusions, is determined to pursue the love of her life. She wants to prove to the world that a young woman can conquer a heart just as skillfully as any man could. Gabriel, the young man she has set her sights on, becomes the target of Carmen's efforts and fantasies. What she doesn't know is that life is much more complicated than she thinks, and Gabriel won't be an easy prey. Unexpected obstacles, rejections, secrets, as well as matters of the heart and mental health will stand in Carmen's way. Will she be able to overcome her own inner demons, which obscure her chase, or will she end up losing her prey?