Although forty years apart in age, Raphaella Phillips and John Henry enjoy a deep, loving marriage. But when John Henry suffers a stroke, a devoted Raphaella feels an emotional void. Enter handsome Alex Hale, who gives Raphaella support when she needs it most. As the relationship deepens, Raphaella wrestles with her conscience. A secret promise may hold the key to a happy future, if a tragic misunderstanding doesn't destroy it all first.