Der Fluch des Schicksals: Wenn Gier die Liebe tötet

• Family
• Urban

• Ep. 1
  Dave Leigh, a humble farmer, decides to visit his three sons in the city after receiving a substantial relocation compensation. He packs some homemade rice dumplings and plans to share his newfound wealth with them. Along the way, he chats with a friend about his intentions, mentioning he wants to buy an iPhone for his youngest son, who he adores. His friend praises Dave for his generosity toward his children. Upon arriving in the bustling city, Dave is awestruck by the glittering phone stores, comparing them to palaces he’s seen on TV. However, his excitement is short-lived. When he enters a store to purchase the iPhone, he is mistaken for a beggar and rudely turned away. Despite his protests that he’s there to buy a phone, the staff dismisses him, leaving Dave feeling humiliated and out of place in the city where his sons reside.
• Ep. 2
  Dave Leigh walks into a high-end phone store, intending to buy an iPhone. The staff, assuming he’s an elderly man with limited means, immediately dismisses him, mocking his ability to afford such a luxury. They rudely tell him they don’t sell "old people’s phones" and urge him to leave. Frustrated, Dave insists he’s there to buy an iPhone, but the staff continues to belittle him, even threatening to throw him out if he causes trouble. Determined to prove them wrong, Dave starts pulling out stacks of cash, shocking the staff. The scene highlights the prejudice Dave faces and his growing resolve to assert his worth in the face of disdain.
• Ep. 3
  Dave Leigh arrives at his youngest son’s office building, eager to reconnect and share a gift. He calls his son, urging him to come down, but the son responds with irritation, questioning why Dave keeps showing up. Despite the cold reception, Dave persists, mentioning he’s brought something special for the upcoming holiday. He hands over a carefully wrapped gift and even presents a brand-new iPhone, recalling his son’s past interest in it. The son, though initially dismissive, reluctantly accepts the phone, showing a flicker of appreciation. However, the interaction remains tense, highlighting the strained relationship between father and son. Dave’s efforts to bridge the gap are met with resistance, leaving him disheartened yet determined to mend their bond.
• Ep. 4
  Dave Leigh visits his son, Li Chengcai, at his workplace, hoping to reconnect by gifting him a phone. However, Li is unimpressed with the outdated iPhone 10, demanding the latest model instead. When Dave insists it’s a thoughtful gesture, Li angrily dismisses him, fearing his colleagues’ judgment. As Dave tries to reason with him, Li’s coworkers arrive, mocking Dave’s shabby appearance. To save face, Li denies knowing his father, claiming Dave is just a beggar asking for money. Humiliated and heartbroken, Dave leaves, realizing his sons’ greed has destroyed any chance of reconciliation.
• Ep. 5
  Dave Leigh, now wealthy from relocation compensation, visits his son Zheng Tong at his workplace, hoping to reconnect. However, Zheng Tong is embarrassed by his father’s humble appearance and lashes out, accusing Dave of humiliating him in front of his colleagues. He mocks Dave, claiming he had always boasted about having a millionaire father, not someone who looks like a "scavenger." Dave, hurt and frustrated, tries to defend himself, but Zheng Tong’s anger only escalates. He even threatens to have Dave removed from the premises. The confrontation draws the attention of coworkers, deepening Zheng Tong’s shame. The scene ends with tension unresolved, highlighting the growing rift between father and son, fueled by pride and misunderstanding.

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