Elgin Smith is a poor student at Ridgedale College who juggles his studies, working as a waiter on campus, and competing in an amateur football tournament.
Unlike his roommate David, who is cheating on his girlfriend, Elgin is a romantic who refuses sex without real feelings.
His quiet life is turned upside down when he falls head over heels in love with a student named Caroline. He is convinced they are destined to be together—until he discovers her terrible secret.
Caroline is having an affair with a married man who is old enough to be her father.
When Elgin's dream of a happy ending is shattered, he finds unexpected support in Shelley, the very same woman his roommate is cheating with.
