Elizabeth accepts in order to avoid any scandalous rumors. Later, Henry enlists in the army. He notifies a brutally shocked Penelope of this, and accuses her of her false pregnancy. He then sends Diana a long letter, professing his love to her and his apologies. In response, a determined Diana cuts her hair to pass as a man, and runs away to join the army in search of her love. Character List Elizabeth Holland: Eldest Holland daughter and a young widow who discovers that she is pregnant with her deceased husband's child. She nearly has an abortion but decides against it when she realizes the child is the only way to keep some of Will with her always. She then marries Snowden Cairn in order to support her baby and avoid scandalous rumors. Described as petite, with long ash-blond hair, large brown eyes, and small plum-shaped lips. Diana Holland: Youngest Holland daughter. Still in love with Henry Schoonmaker, she will do whatever it takes to get him back from Penelope. She has sex with Grayson and is caught by Henry. She then receives a letter from Henry saying that he's enlisted in the army. She cuts off her hair in order to follow him. Described as petite, with long, curly chest-nut brown hair, large brown eyes, and small plum-shaped lips. Carolina Broad: New socialite who forced a friendship with Penelope Hayes. When her friend and caretaker dies suddenly, she inherits his entire fortune. Former servant of the Holland family; used to be in love with William Keller. Described as being thin with big-bony shoulders, large feet, sage green eyes, and mousy brown hair. Henry Schoonmaker: Rich heir to the Schoonmaker estate. Married to Penelope Hayes, in love with Diana Holland. Enlists in the military after his friend Teddy. Described as being impeccably handsome with dark hair pomaded to the right, golden skin, and dark, worldly eyes. Penelope Hayes: Married to Henry Schoonmaker. Former and pretend best friend of Elizabeth Holland. She lies to the Schoonmakers about being pregnant to avoid Henry divorcing her, but he doesn't believe her. He then enlists in the army, leaving her heartbroken and stuck in a bad situation, as she isn't pregnant. Described as being long and thin, with dark wavy hair, pale skin, large blue eyes, and plump red lips. Carey Lewis Longhorn: Rich, but dies suddenly. Supports Carolina financially, in exchange for helping