Serena has loved Damian for nearly 20 years, believing he was the man who saved her life. Betrayed before her wedding, she discovers the true savior was Adrian, who has secretly loved her all along—a hidden love buried in time.
Episode 1 - Serena Discovers Damian's Engagement
Adopted daughter Serena Vale, who handles Damian Pierce's daily affairs and cleans up Adrian's scandals nightly, is crushed to learn Damian is marrying Vivian for a business deal. What's more, Damian openly dismisses her as unworthy of being his choice, and Adrian taunts her about not becoming his sister-in-law.
Episode 2 - Adrian clashes with rival, offers an alternative
Adrian engages in a fiery clash with a rival, who scoffs at his life-saving effort. They hurl taunts, revealing Pierce family secrets and their own unfulfilled desires for recognition. Adrian then proposes they become each other's escape from their miserable situations.
Episode 3 - Serena: Career High & Past Hauntings
Serena firmly declares she won't be anyone's second choice, learns NovaCore's elusive CEO Sterling is back but rejects all partnerships. Her tech paper hits the featured page's top, while vivid flashbacks hint at long-buried ties, sparking gripping romantic and professional suspense.
Episode 4 - Serena Clashes With Damian: Wedding
Serena, PR manager at Pierce Holdings, pushes back when Damian treats her as his personal assistant, confronting him about his wedding. Vivian, Damian's fiancée, arrives and condescendingly orders Serena to make her coffee with specific instructions. Amid tension, someone offers Serena a chance to leave, hinting at their complicated history.
Episode 5 - Serena's Love Crumbles, Rebellion Ignites
Serena spent 20 years quietly by Damian's side, nurturing hidden love, only to be dismissed as an adopted daughter. Heartbroken, she decides to cast off her restrained mask. Adrian's ambiguous words also add an intriguing layer to their tangled relationships.
Episode 6 - Tense Clashes Between Serena and Pierce
In this episode, Serena explicitly states her marriage to Mr. Pierce is just a business deal and warns against spreading rumors, triggering a tense standoff. Meanwhile, Mr. Damian finds Serena taking her first-ever day off, and Pierce calls to accuse her of ruining his family’s image, amping up the drama.
Episode 7 - Damian Clashes with Serena Over Engagement & Job
Damian confronts adopted Pierce daughter Serena about her drinking, then demands she write his engagement party press release. When Serena pushes back, their clash intensifies, and Damian’s brother calls out his profit-driven ways, warning Serena could be his next sacrifice like their mom.
Episode 8 - Serena Stuns at the Party
At Damian and Vivian's engagement party, guests praise their perfect match and mock the Pierce family's adopted daughter Serena for supposedly hiding in shame. Yet when Serena shows up, her stunning appearance instantly outshines Vivian, shocking everyone present.
Episode 9 - Serena Resigns at Damian's Engagement Party
Serena arrives at Damian's engagement party with a striking new look, facing gossip and accusations from Damian's fiancée who doubts her motives. As tensions build, she shocks everyone by announcing her resignation, adding an unexpected twist to the event.
Episode 10 - Serena Resigns & Clashes with Vivian
Serena arrives to formally resign from Pierce Holdings, facing Damian’s arrogant remark that she’s nothing without the company. Vivian accuses her of seeking Damian’s attention, but Serena retorts sharply before leaving, igniting intense dramatic confrontations.
Episode 11 - Serena Shamed at Party, Calls for Rescue
Serena firmly claims she's the only choice, not an option. At Miss Laurent's engagement party, she's viciously slandered for relying on her body to succeed. After confronting her attackers, she cries out to her parents for help, mixing defiance and desperation for compelling drama.
Episode 12 - Damian's Talk with Serena Interrupted Unexpectedly
Damian intends to have a serious conversation with Serena, who says she’s too tired for games and asks him to let go. Just as he’s about to speak, someone outside, fearing Serena fell into water, calls her repeatedly and tries to enter, spiking the tension.
Episode 13 - Adrian Pleads to Stay by Serena's Side
Adrian, the second son of the Pierce family, sincerely begs Serena to let him stay by her side, vowing to protect her with his life and stating she's his only one. Serena rejects him, wanting no part in the brothers' feud and just a peaceful life, while Adrian waits patiently for her answer.
Episode 14 - Serena Clashes, Reveals She Has a Boyfriend
Serena Vale, childhood sweetheart of Damian Pierce, is falsely accused by Damian and his fiancée Miss Laurent of sabotaging their engagement party. During heated arguments, Serena drops a bombshell—she has a boyfriend, leaving everyone curious about this mysterious person.
Episode 15 - Damian Clashes With Serena Over Her Future
Damian Pierce confronts his employee Serena Vale about her personal life and future plans. He belittles her, claiming she’d be nothing without Pierce Holdings and only he can offer the resources for her projects. Serena stands her ground, stating she has her own plans, igniting a tense conflict.
Episode 16 - Serena Accepts Damian's Tough Ultimatum
Damian forces Serena to secure a deal with the uncooperative NovaCore Tech as the only condition for letting her leave. Resentful of his engagement to Vivian, Serena vows to complete the impossible task. Damian insists he's protecting her, but tensions flare as she stands firm on her decision.
Episode 17 - Serena's Quest for NovaCore Partnership
Serena is determined to secure a partnership with NovaCore Tech by crafting a professional proposal. She plans to stake out the CEO's office or have the proposal passed via the front desk or secretary, despite warnings that he hates pestering and unsolicited proposals get tossed. A companion also reassures her of their protection.
Episode 18 - Sterling Dodges Serena, Hides His Secret Identity
Young Master Sterling arrives at NovaCore Tech to oversee new product launch preparations. His assistant informs him Serena Vale from Pierce Holdings requests a meeting, which he declines. The assistant reveals Sterling secretly founded NovaCore, now the nation's top consortium, saved Serena's life, yet hides this to avoid her loving him out of gratitude.
Episode 19 - Serena Stakes Out for Mr. Sterling
Ryan intends to make an announcement at the new product launch. Pierce thinks Serena will beg him after failing to meet Mr. Sterling, yet Serena stakes out outside NovaCore Tech, firmly confident her proposal will win his collaboration.
Episode 20 - Seeking the Elusive Mr. Sterling
Characters discuss the mysterious Mr. Sterling—speculating if the chubby sofa guy is him, wondering why he hides his face despite being handsome and rich. Serena is called out for judging a candidate by age, and the group decides to stop waiting and take initiative to meet the elusive Mr. Sterling directly.
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