a lesson before dying movie cast

One night with Hansen Group's cold‑faced CEO, and Clara vanished without a trace. Steve Hansen scoured the world for his mysterious wife, yet she was nowhere to be found. Unbeknownst to him, Clara was already five months pregnant, juggling odd jobs to survive. When his iron‑willed grandmother demanded he marry, fate forced them into a contractual union.

Hidden genius doctor Damian Mercer (alias Umbra) disguises himself as a beggar to evade global pursuit, only to receive a black card as charity from heiress Liana Lowell. He diagnoses her terminal "Yin-collapsed meridians," but three renowned doctors dismiss him.After publicly humiliating the trio, Damian is forcibly brought to the Lowell estate, where his golden needle technique saves Liana's life, shocking the medical world. Upon escaping, he's publicly humiliated by his fiancee Molly Sawyer and half-brother Rowan Mercer, who break off their engagement. He also discovers the Mercer family has grown arrogant after gaining a seat among "the Twelve Ascendant Elders of the Sanctum" through Damian's own subordinate, Left Sentinel of the Sanctum. Damian secretly orchestrates his revenge, announcing as "Umbra" that he'll attend the Mercer family wedding—causing a sensation.

Emergency physician Charli Spencer dies suddenly from overwork and wakes up in the body of her namesake in the Republican era.There, she shares a night of unexpected passion with Stephen Dawson, the formidable Warlord of the capital. But fate soon pulls them apart. While Stephen becomes obsessed with finding her again, Charli discovers she is pregnant and chooses to raise their son,Kevin alone.Five years later, Stephen finally uncovers the truth about Kevin. Determined not to lose them again, he proposes to Charli and begs her to enter the Marshal's Mansion as his wife...

As the best agent of the Dragon Squad, Sawyer spent three years undercover to gain the trust of one of Kevin's subordinates, securing an opportunity to approach Kevin. During his mission, he unexpectedly encountered his daughter Clara on a train, just as criminals were attempting a robbery. Clara tried to intervene but was overpowered by the criminals. Sawyer wanted to help her but felt conflicted due to his mission to apprehend Kevin. Ultimately, when Clara was in danger, he chose to intervene, but this revealed his identity, causing Kevin to take Clara hostage and flee. After a debriefing with his superior, Sawyer determined that Clara had been taken to Elliott Village by Kevin, prompting him to rush to the rescue. After overcoming numerous obstacles, Sawyer finally succeeded in saving Clara and capturing Kevin along with other criminals.

To revenge her disloyal husband and the vicious homewrecker, Ashley gets entangled with a sexy, enigmatic Mr. Big, who harbors especial feelings for her....

Innocent college student Liam Harper wakes up to discover he’s transmigrated into the body of billionaire CEO Clare Sullivan’s husband. He thinks he can coast on his wife’s wealth, but quickly learns the original owner was an absolute scumbag—a gambler,thief, and cheater who even had an affair with Clare’s younger sister, Jade Sullivan! When the manipulative Jade openly provokes her, Clare finally gives up and throws down divorce papers. In that critical moment, Liam explodes into action! He tears up the divorce agreement, kicks Jade out of the house, and grabs Clare’s hand with genuine sincerity: “Honey, don’t cry—I’m not divorcing you!”

Jason, the Great Warrior in Shanor, had retreated into a life as a fishmonger after his wife was brutally murdered. Fifteen years later, his daughter Stella was abducted, prompting him to embark on a journey to find her. Crushing criminal organizations led by Austin, he unraveled the Four Families' tangled feuds in Southland. Ultimately, he rescued his daughter, exposed the conspiracy, and returned to a peaceful life.

Over the past few years, Xena had been working hard to earn money, allowing her son, Leon Cale, to attend college. Leon promised to take his mother to the city to live once he got into college. Ten years later, Leon achieved great success and forgot about his mother who lived in the village, forgetting about his own humble beginnings. This play carries a profound positive energy, showcasing the greatness and selflessness of a mother's love. It also serves as a reminder to the audience to never forget gratitude and to cherish the silent sacrifices of their mothers.

After getting hit on the head, Selena Logan woke up to find herself inside the very CEO romance novel she had been reading. Now, she was a spoiled heiress from the capital's elite circle, known for being love-obsessed and hopelessly naive.Her home life consisted of a scheming cousin and three dangerously powerful brothers.On day one, things went off-script: she accidentally drank the love potion meant for her cousin Yasmin and ended up in a chaotic one-night stand with a mysterious man.They met again at a lavish birthday banquet. To her horror, that stranger turned out to be Louis Johnson — the cold, untouchable heir of the Johnson family.What had started as a mistake turned into a deliciously sweet and chaotic game of cat and mouse. This "villainess" might just have stolen the whole show.

When Yvonne Carter was a child, she was a chubby girl who had a crush on the class nerd, Derek Lawson. As she grew up, her parents tricked her into going abroad and marrying a stranger. To get close to Derek, Yvonne applied for a job as his assistant. However, she accidentally inhaled an aphrodisiac and ended up spending the night with him. When Derek woke up, the beautiful "Cinderella" was nowhere to be seen. The only person in sight was the timid, plainly-dressed Yvonne, who had come to deliver documents. Derek mistakenly thought she had witnessed the previous night's events and ordered her to locate that woman. Eventually, he discovered that his "wife" was actually Yvonne, but by then, she had left in disappointment. He chased after her to the airport, where he confessed his deep love for her, and they embraced and kissed.

Ten years ago, Remi Stanford was the charismatic heir to a fortune while Allison Wise was a beautiful but struggling scholarship student. Now everything has changed. He's a humble waiter after his family's financial collapse, and she's a successful CEO. When they unexpectedly meet at their class reunion, sparks fly despite their reversed circumstances. Their reconnection proves that genuine attraction transcends status and wealth—when you're brave enough to be your authentic self, you'll find someone who loves you for who you truly are, not what you have.

Five years ago, Iliana Mercer unexpectedly became pregnant with the child of Ernest Abbott, the richest man in Verdora. Years later, a chance encounter reignites their passionate connection. Ernest subsequently purchases the bakery where Iliana works, seemingly determined to be part of her life. Despite Iliana's focus on professional independence, Ernest's persistent pursuit gradually breaks down her resistance. Ultimately, she not only establishes herself professionally but finds herself cherished by both Ernest and their adorable son, transforming her life in unexpected ways.

Six years ago, Vivian Yeo basked in the lap of luxury as the pampered heiress of a wealthy family, while Tristan Starling grappled with the challenges of an impoverished life.Little do they expect their fates to take a surprising twist six years later. Vivian, once surrounded by opulence, now stands as a single mother confronting life's hurdles. Meanwhile, Tristan has risen to prominence on the global billionaire list.

Lucine and her husband, Cheney, were in a devastating car accident that took Cheney's life. Lucine survived but lost her memory. When the powerful Sterling family learned she was carrying Cheney's only child, they sent his twin brother, Noah, to bring her home and ensure her safety. At first, Noah saw it as a duty, but as he cared for the vulnerable and lost Lucine, an unexpected bond began to form. Amidst fierce family struggles, kidnappings, a heartbreaking miscarriage scare, and ruthless outside schemes, their connection deepened—until neither could deny the pull between them.

In an accident, she became pregnant with the child of Louis Group's CEO!But right after the boy was born, he was taken away by his father. In her quest to find her son, she became a cleaner at Louis Group. On her very first day, she met her own son, and the boy's grandmother chose her as the future daughter-in-law! From then on, she soared to the peak of life with a series of victories!

Paisley Jenkins, a war correspondent, gave up her career to become a housewife after getting married and having a child. Ten years later, her husband, Lucas, gifts Paisley’s late mother’s camera to his "little sister," Sophia. Paisley discovers Lucas and Sophia’s ambiguous relationship, and their daughter, Anna, idolizes Sophia. Heartbroken, Paisley applies to return to the warzone. Her news director warns her, "War correspondents must stay until the conflict ends"—implying she might not come back alive. Paisley files for divorce, but Lucas dismisses it.

The revelation of the children switching saw Ann Stone's fall from grace; she went from being revered to reviled. Her own kin turned on her, transforming into adversaries, and her betrothed added to her wounds with his treachery and public scorn. Yearning to flee the chaos, Ann found her path blocked by the genuine affection of the Crofts, leaving her in a dire dilemma. She believed she had reached the peak of drama in her life, but the twist was yet to come—she learned that the man she played with was no ordinary person but a heir of the capital's most powerful clan. "Ah! Someone, please help me!"

To fund her mother's grave, Selena decided on a flash marriage, inadvertently marrying James Monroe, who was also in a rush and suffered from pollen allergy. They agreed to divorce in two years. As the term neared, Selena interned at James's company, and after an unexpectedly intimate encounter, they realized their mutual affection. Upon discovering her pregnancy, Selena found out her boss was her husband. James, realizing she was his wife, pursued her passionately. At their wedding, Selena marveled at the transformation from boss to husband.