Born into opulence, a wealthy family's infant daughter was unknowingly exchanged with the offspring of an inept collector. A relentless quest to reclaim their own led to a startling revelation—both youngsters, now students at the same institution, had developed into bitter rivals.
After mistaking her pregnant sister-in-law for a mistress, Megan publicly humiliated Mandy, who was later revealed to be the only one able to save her son's life. When the truth emerged, the family regretted alienating their true savior.
In a humble village, a poor man marries a woman with a mental illness, and they have depended on each other ever since. Unable to have children, they become the subject of gossip among the villagers. One day, the wife discovers an abandoned baby at the village entrance and brings her home. Despite the villagers' disdain and attempts to dispose of the child, the wife insists on keeping her, naming her Sunshine. Years later, Sunshine earns admission to the most prestigious university, and the wife believes their luck is finally changing. However, life continues to present new challenges...
Mira entrusted her biological daughter, Sidney, to her grandfather, Josh, in order to marry into a wealthy family. Three years later, when Mira returned to take Sidney home, a car accident occurred along the way. In the choice between saving her biological daughter Sidney and her stepdaughter Tina, she chose to save Tina first, which led to Sidney's death. Josh was heartbroken, while Mira remained unaware of the situation. Ultimately, when she discovered the truth, it was too late for regrets!
Esther Yale grew up relying solely on her father, Edmund Yale, after her mother, May Dayne, left the family. Years of overwork took a toll on her health, and Esther developed cancer. Struggling to afford her father's medical expenses, she reluctantly sought help from her estranged mother, who had built a new life for herself. However, her attempt to reconnect was met with staunch opposition from her grandfather. After Edmund's tragic passing, Esther, burdened by grief and resentment, accepted a job as a caregiver in the Dayne Residence. Immersed in her mother's world, she began to uncover the depths of May's hidden love and sacrifices. Slowly, Esther's hatred gave way to understanding and forgiveness. When faced with a terminal diagnosis, Esther made the ultimate sacrifice to save her younger brother, leaving behind a legacy of love and reconciliation.
Village schoolteacher Eugene Short divorces his wife Jennifer Wilcox after a dispute over using their savings to save his feverish student, Marvin Nielsen. Though Marvin survives, the delayed medical treatment damages his corneas. Eugene chooses to donate one of his own corneas to Marvin. Gustaf Calder, a corrupt businessman eyeing the school property, falsely offers to pay for the surgery while actually manipulating Marvin to falsely testify against Eugene, resulting in Eugene’s imprisonment on corruption charges. Twenty years later, Eugene’s former student Beverly Armstrong becomes the president of Apex Group. Having searched for Eugene for years and believing Marvin had already found him, Beverly awards Marvin a $30 billion contract. However, at the thanksgiving banquet, Marvin denies knowing Eugene and even turns against him. Upon learning the truth, Beverly takes decisive action against Marvin and Gustaf to avenge Eugene.
In a devastating fire, a stepmother and her stepdaughter become trapped in an elevator, and Evelyn sacrifices her life in a desperate attempt to save Heidi. Unbeknownst to her husband, Vincent Clarke, Evelyn's tragic death occurs while he stands by the side of Heidi's biological mother, Fiona Lawson. Grief-stricken, Heidi cries out, "I only have one mother, her name is Evelyn Glover!"