Lily and Freddy have always had a have a wonderful relationship, but then Freddy becomes snappy and distracted. Is he having an affair? The truth turns out to be much worse... Freddy is addicted to gambling. He's been helping himself to money from his own company, and worst of all, his wife's money.
Devastated, Lily leaves him, and stays with her sister in Oxford. He promises to get help, but can he be cured of his addiction? Even if he can, will Lily be able to trust him again?