A Deceptive Bargain

Miss Martha Haskett finds solace in her work, dedicating herself to her duties and avoiding the shadows of her past. Living under the pretext of being a lad, she carefully navigates a life filled with unfulfilled dreams and unspoken fears. The world outside her sheltered existence seems daunting, but she manages to maintain an illusion of normalcy.

One fateful encounter changes everything when she meets a compelling man who pierces through her carefully constructed facade. His curiosity ignites something inside her, stirring emotions she thought long buried. As their paths intertwine, Martha grapples with the repercussions of revealing her true self.

Amid the complexities of class, identity, and personal redemption, Martha faces difficult choices that could lead her either to freedom or deeper entanglement in deceit. Little does she know that the bargain she makes may have consequences far beyond her control, challenging her to confront the very demons she has tried to escape.