In Defence of Her HonourLondon 1800s to Parramatta 1819. Bill Miller had been raised and educated with the sons of the family. The youngest, Bert, had been his best friend. However, jealousy intervenes when Bills excellent schoolwork curtails their friendship. He wins a scholarship and enters Oxford University. When Bills father, the old butler, dies unexpectedly, Bert insists that Bill take over the position, but its more to oppress him. Berts jealousy grows and festers.