Draxus becomes convinced Laura is meant for him, a recurring theme in Chase's Sci-Fi works.
While on an interstellar cruise, the ship is attacked by space pirates seeking to kidnap the Prince for ransom. Stranded Hearts by Leslie Chase
Like all Leslie Chase stories, it guarantees a happy ending (HEA) with no cliffhangers or cheating. Leslie Chase's Books - Draxus becomes convinced Laura is meant for him,