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After three years of marriage, Stella found herself in a relationship with Jack where he paid little attention to her. On their third anniversary, as she confronted her husband's indifference, she made the difficult decision to end the marriage. Three years earlier, she had forsaken her esteemed position as a designer under Penny's name for the sake of love. Now, she has come to a profound realization...

At seven, Hailey left her mother Claire to avoid burdening her during cancer. Years later, now a billionaire, Claire eventually finds Hailey—betrayed by her fiancé and about to be harmed by his mistress, Claire, furious, pulled out a gun…

At five, Nina donated bone marrow to Quinn, saving her life. Tragically, Nina's parents died in a car accident, and she was rescued by a disabled scavenger, becoming Annie. Excelling in school, she interned at a major company, where she faced jealousy and bullying from fellow intern Angela. Unbeknownst to them, Angela was the adopted sister of CEO Quinn, who had long sought to repay the family that saved his life. When Quinn learned the truth—that the girl he'd favored was not the real Nina, but her bully—his world turned upside down.

Twenty years ago, renowned designer Taylor Snow traveled back to her husband Felix Moore's hometown with their children to honor his ancestors. But fate had other plans—a sudden storm led to a car crash, and Taylor and her daughter fell off a cliff, disappearing without a trace. Just a year later, Felix married his childhood friend, Zoe York, and life moved on. Fast forward two decades, Taylor Snow, now suffering from amnesia and living under the name Snow Taylor, finds herself reunited with the people she once loved—without even realizing it.

A series of tragic events has shattered Nina Shaw's family. Her father dies in an accident, her mother suffers a miscarriage due to that and loses her mental stability, and her grandmother dies of a heart attack on the spot. Only Nina and her brother Zac Shaw, along with their mentally ill mother, are left behind. As a child, Nina is unable to care for them both, so she can only send her younger brother away. Years passed by, and now both of them have grown up. Nina works everywhere to look for her brother's whereabouts. Meanwhile, Zac has become the son of a prominent tycoon, adopting the name Zac Leed. After enduring numerous hardships and misunderstandings, Zac finally understands why his sister had to leave him and eventually reconciles with her.

After years of military service, I became famous in a single battle. However, I suddenly received news that my closest brother had been killed and died with resentment... Now that I have returned with unrivaled power, I will crush my enemies to pieces and make everyone bow to me!

Right before their marriage, Margot Reid’s scumbag boyfriend cheated with her best friend. Fueled by resilience, Margot took control of her life and decided not to marry him! Upon their unexpected reunion, the scoundrel belittles her, mocking her as a mere dumpling seller. With a playful smile, Margot brings out her newly recruited assistant. The scumbag is left dumbfounded—a once proud billionaire CEO now reduced to the position of a subordinate and husband to his ex-girlfriend, stripped of power and influence?

Estella Graham, who was pure and kind, was discovered not to be the biological daughter of the Graham family. All of a sudden, Estella became a fake daughter who everyone shouted for. Not only did his childhood sweetheart, fiancé Hanrick Scott, get involved with the real daughter Marina Graham, but he was also drugged by Hanrick and had a one night stand with Elijah Scott, the chief executive of the Scott family. After waking up, Estella Graham knew everything and resolutely left the Graham family to seek refuge with his best friend. What she didn't know was that Elijah could only relieve his mania on Estella, so he kept investigating her who had a one night stand with him at that time...

When the Fitzroy and Saxon families orchestrate a marriage between Emmanuel Fitzroy and Anastasia Saxon, both Emmanuel and Anastasia resist being controlled by their families’ plans. They each flee the arranged blind date, only to fortuitously meet one another. As their feelings deepen, they remain unaware of each other’s true identities. During her internship at Fitzroy Group, Anastasia finds herself impersonated by the intern Zinnia Saxon and subjected to bullying by her colleagues. With sheer determination and Emmanuel’s unwavering support, Anastasia demonstrates her true potential and navigates through the challenges. As their real identities are eventually revealed, Emmanuel and Anastasia embark on a new journey together, poised to embrace the next chapter of their lives.

The genius young master was harmed and became a fool that was despised by everyone. He was also forced into a marriage. When he recovered, the world trembled for his existence. 

As Chairwoman of an international conglomerate, Nancy hid her identity to pursue her dreams and discreetly supported Raymond, who betrayed her. Rushing into a marriage of convenience with a painter, she unknowingly married her long-time fiancé, Stewart. Amid hidden identities, their love blossoms, leading to a battle against TV villains and betrayal. Nancy ultimately revealed her true self and found her real savior in Stewart, living happily ever after.

Tara Blake, who grew up in the countryside, learned that her biological parents were still alive and was soon brought back to them in the city. On the eve of her departure, she saved Sam Fox, only to be forcibly raped by him. Unbeknownst to her, he was none other than the CEO of the Fox Group in Valewood City. When Sam awoke and sought her out, Tara had already been sent to prison by her parents to serve a sentence on behalf of her sister, Lia Blake. Her existence, once brimming with promise, was now steeped in the depths of desolation.

Esme Olsen and Nate Blair are childhood sweethearts, destined to be together—until the real Lane heir returns, forcing Nate out. They vow to reunite, but the next day, Esme is diagnosed with leukemia. Afraid of holding him back, she chooses to recover before seeking him out or quietly disappear. Unaware of her illness, her greedy father hires thugs to attack Nate and convinces him that Esme no longer loves him. Five years later, he returns as a powerful tycoon, determined to claim her as his own. Love and resentment clash, but in the end, the truth sets them free.

Layla Nott has been infatuated with Seth Upton since she was a teenager and even willingly gives him her vast inheritance to help him build Upton Group, transforming the Upton family into one of the most prominent families in Yeldon. However, ever since she married into the Upton family, her health has deteriorated. One day, after a visit for medical treatment, she returns home to find Seth fooling around with her stepsister, Sharon Black. Septh's mother, Susan Upton, is at home and clearly condones the affair. After being humiliated by Sharon and Susan, Layla is left shaken by Seth's confession—he has only ever been interested in her wealth and has never loved her. He has even purchased a massive life insurance policy on her and is now waiting for her death to cash in on the payout. Heartbroken by the revelation, Layla feels her life is pathetic. Impatient for her demise, Seth takes her to the rooftop and pushes her off. As she plunges to her death, Layla swears that if she were given another chance, she would exact her revenge and make sure they pay for their betrayal.

Kiran Colson, who grew up with Lyra Thatcher in the same orphanage, suddenly becomes the heir of the wealthy Colson family. He promptly leaves his childhood sweetheart behind for a wealthy heiress. However, Lyra is unfazed and even sends gifts during the New Year, as she's now the ex-boyfriend's new aunt...

After Queenie's parents reclaimed their biological daughter, they cast Queenie out of the house. Beckham's grandmother took her in, offering her a place to stay and arranging for her to work at Beckham's company. As Queenie and Beckham spent time together, they gradually fell in love, while the truth about Queenie's real identity slowly came to light.

In her past life, Olivia was hopelessly in love with Declan Murphy, giving him everything she had, only to be abandoned. On her deathbed, she finally realizes Jake Parker's unspoken love for her—and regrets not seeing it sooner. Now reborn, she's determined to distance herself from the toxic Declan and make things right with Jake. But Declan, smug and self-assured, mistakes her intentions, thinking she's playing hard to get. When his true identity is uncovered, he faces the consequences. In the end, Olivia and Jake begin a new chapter, living a life filled with love and happiness.

The math genius Brett Jackson was falsely accused of plagiarism by his adopted brother, Dean Jackson, at the Global Math Olympiad. He was expelled from school and disbelieved by his own family, who favored the adopted son.His parents and sister kicked him out of the house, and he was subsequently run over and killed by Dean's car.Unexpectedly, Brett was reborn. This time, he decided to abandon his family members and make Dean pay.