In 19th-century Scotland, a family arranges a marriage between a young woman named Maggie and a man named John, who is pursuing his studies in exchange for their financial support. As John's career takes off, Maggie secretly helps him achieve his goals, unaware of her own feelings for him. When John's attention is drawn to a beautiful aristocrat, Sybil, he must decide whether to follow his heart or appreciate Maggie's true value.
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Maggie Wylie's family in Scotland finances John Shand's studies in exchange for his promise to marry Maggie in five years, while Maggie secretly supports John's ambitions.