The Prince of Torren, also known as the Duke's brother, is third in line for the throne, and last in line for most other things. But he is content with his work for the crown. Nothing much phases him, not until he stumbles upon Jenneca, a shopowner's daughter. Jenneca had never felt content working her father's shop. But they didn't have enough money to send her to a foreign school, and of course they hoped she kept the family tradition of serving the crown. But she has secret hopes for a spot on the Olympic downhill skiing team. She almost begins to accept her lot until Tripp stops by to pick up an order for the palace. Although tradition says they can never be together, Tripp doesn't know how he could ever be apart, not once he gets to know the lovely Jenneca.