Former Texas Ranger Paul Harrington is now a preacher trying to amend his former errant ways. It's a constant battle to keep his former self from surfacing. He fears that giving into passion will open the door to the man he used to be. The role of traditional wife isn't something that appeals to Belle Marshall. As the town healer and manager of the boarding house, independence is hers. A husband will only get in the way. The townsfolk have other ideas, and when they form a committee to find Belle a husband, well, that's something Paul just won't have. 1ST PLACE - HISTORICAL/REGENCY CATEGORY - TEXAS GOLD CONTEST