Anna, a young woman, is kidnapped by Mr. J, who has a grudge against her parents. She's taken to a mysterious location where she's held captive with other women, including Sarah. Anna notices she's receiving better treatment than the others, sparking curiosity about her captor's intentions.
As Anna and Sarah form a bond, they realize they're being watched and begin to plot their escape. They're aided by their observations of their captors, including the enigmatic maid, Maria, who seems robotic in her behavior.
The story hints at a larger scheme, with Anna being groomed for presentation to the ruthless Kuznetsov family young master, who has announced a search for a bride who doesn't repulse him. Anna's fate hangs in the balance as she navigates her captivity and plots her escape.
Will Anna be able to escape or will she be chosen by the ruthless Kuznetsov family young master who is rumoured to be repulsed by a lady's touch?