In this playful and romantic comedy, Dr. Benjamin's free spirit and independent nature often clash with societal expectations, particularly when it comes to matters of love and marriage. Despite his resistance to be tied down, he finds himself drawn to Manette, the beautiful innkeeper's daughter. However, Manette remains hesitant until she sees a marriage contract, and Benjamin insists on maintaining his freedom.Benjamin's sister Bettine tries to find him a suitable bride in the form of Arabelle, the daughter of an elderly doctor. Though he reluctantly agrees to meet Arabelle, an unexpected encounter at the inn with Manette puts him in a precarious situation. Their secret meeting is discovered by Manette's father and leads to her arrest, prompting her to join Benjamin on his planned expedition.Unfortunately for them, this journey does not go as planned due to an incident involving the rotund Marquis, who plays a humiliating practical joke on Benjamin. Determined to seek revenge, Benjamin turns to the suave and charming Vicomte Hector de Pont-Cassé for help, who aids both Manette in her struggles with her father and Benjamin in his quest for retribution.However, their victory is short-lived, as Benjamin finds himself once again arrested by none other than the Marquis. This whirlwind of mishaps and misunderstandings creates an engaging romantic comedy that explores themes of love, freedom, and the challenges of navigating societal expectations.
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