Race Against Fate

• Revenge
• Urban

• Ep. 1
  Caleb, a desperate gambler, pleads with his wife, Sophie, for money to recover his losses. Sophie, visibly distressed, refuses, stating they have no money left. Caleb’s addiction has drained their finances, and he becomes increasingly frantic, begging her to borrow or even sell their belongings. Sophie, heartbroken, reminds him of the tragic death of Mo Wan, a kind woman who died trying to save him. Caleb’s obsession with gambling overshadows his grief, and he continues to pressure Sophie, ignoring her pleas for him to stop. The tension between them escalates as Sophie’s patience wears thin, and Caleb’s desperation grows, setting the stage for the impending tragedy that will change their lives forever.
• Ep. 2
  Caleb, overwhelmed by guilt and sorrow, pleads with his mother, expressing his deep regret for the pain he has caused. His mother, equally distraught, acknowledges the family's debt to Meng Wan, Caleb's late wife, and reveals her own despair. She confesses her intention to end her life after Caleb is gone, unable to bear the weight of their shared guilt. Caleb, in a moment of clarity, vows to change if given another chance, promising to be a better son and husband. The scene is filled with raw emotion as both characters grapple with their past mistakes and the irreversible consequences of their actions.
• Ep. 3
  Caleb, overwhelmed by guilt and shame, reflects on his past mistakes, acknowledging how he has disgraced his ancestors. A mysterious figure offers him a chance to redeem himself, and Caleb vows to change his ways, promising to lead a better life for his family. The figure grants him a second chance, bestowing upon him the "All-Seeing Eye" to aid his journey. Suddenly, Caleb finds himself transported back to March 11th, moments before the explosion that claimed his wife Sophie’s life. Realizing he has only 15 minutes left, he is determined to save her. Panicked and resolute, he rushes to the scene, desperate to alter the tragic fate that once consumed him. As he races against time, the weight of his mission becomes clear—this is his only chance to rewrite the past and protect those he loves.
• Ep. 4
  Caleb rushes to his mother, relieved to find her safe. She confronts him, accusing him of going to ask Meng Wan for money again. Caleb denies it, insisting he has something urgent to do. His mother, desperate, forbids him from leaving the house, but Caleb is determined. He apologizes repeatedly, knowing he must act quickly to prevent the impending tragedy. As he leaves, Caleb reflects on the second chance he’s been given, vowing to change the course of events and save his wife, Sophie. Meanwhile, neighbors gossip about Sophie’s misfortune, criticizing Caleb for his past failures and the pain he’s caused. Caleb, now resolute, heads out to confront the looming disaster, racing against time to rewrite his fate.
• Ep. 5
  Caleb, desperate and frantic, confronts his friend Chen Xiang, insisting that he has no money left. Chen Xiang, however, reassures him that he’s not there to ask for money but to warn him of an imminent danger. Caleb, consumed by his own struggles, initially dismisses the urgency, but Chen Xiang persists, revealing that the factory is about to explode. Panic sets in as Caleb realizes the gravity of the situation. He pleads with Chen Xiang to leave immediately, but Chen Xiang hesitates, questioning Caleb’s motives. The tension escalates as Caleb’s warnings grow more desperate, shouting that the explosion is real and they must flee. Chen Xiang, still skeptical, finally relents as Caleb’s urgency becomes undeniable. The scene ends with both men rushing to escape, the looming threat of the explosion driving them forward.

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