In the shadow of the coat of arms

France under Louis XV. Raymond is the second-born son of an influential count, Frederica the daughter of a wealthy Sicilian duke. They were engaged as children. Raymond's father needs finance, Frederica's father needs political influence. Kids honestly hate each other. Nevertheless, the marriage takes place ten years later. Before the newlyweds have time to settle their feud, Raymond goes off to war and Frederica is "dumped" in an abandoned hunting lodge. He has to deal not only with difficult living conditions, but also with the intrigues of Raymond's family.