Marriage License?

The film follows English nobleman Marcus Heriot and his young Canadian wife, Wanda, as they face the disapproval of his family due to her outsider status. Lady Heriot's manipulation leads to a scandal that shatters their marriage, resulting in Wanda's child being declared illegitimate.

As the years go by, Wanda and her son, Robin, work hard to rebuild their lives despite the stigma attached to their past. When Robin grows up and enters the military, Marcus reappears, looking to establish a relationship by giving Robin his name. This narrative arc highlights the struggle for acceptance and the complexities of familial relationships.