Marmaduke

After a decade abroad in foreign service, the dashing Captain Marmaduke Muir returns home to the Highland estate of Drummuir, only to find the lively Davie Sim and the head piper’s granddaughter, Marrion, waiting with a mix of teasing and old‑fashioned rivalry. Their conversation crackles with Doric slang and childhood memories of trout‑catching escapades, instantly drawing listeners into a world where pride and affection clash as naturally as the loch’s waters.

The pair, matched in looks and vigor, navigate a delicate dance of flirtation and rebuke. Marmaduke’s polished officer bearing meets Marrion’s sharp wit, hinting at a deeper bond forged in youth yet tested by years of separation. Set against the vivid backdrop of Scottish glens and the bustling household, the story promises humor, heartfelt recollection, and the promise of a romance that may finally bridge the gap between rank and heart.