Outplayed by Fate

• Counterattack

• Ep. 1
  Elle Levin welcomes her husband, Alec Gray, home, presenting a gift she and their daughter, Tiantian, chose for him. However, the atmosphere quickly sours when Karen Hahn, Alec’s mistress, arrives. Karen reveals she is pregnant with Alec’s child and cruelly mocks Tiantian’s fragile health, suggesting she might not survive long. Elle, furious, confronts Karen, reminding her of how she once helped her when she was struggling, only to be betrayed. Karen dismisses Elle’s past kindness, claiming the present is all that matters. Elle, heartbroken, recalls the promises Alec made to her years ago, vowing never to betray her. The confrontation escalates as Elle demands Karen leave, but Karen remains defiant, determined to disrupt Elle’s life further.
• Ep. 2
  Elle confronts Alec about his affair with Karen, expressing her frustration and disappointment. She questions whether their daughter, Tiantian, can handle the responsibilities of the company in the future. Alec remains silent, adding to the tension. Their son enters the room, and Elle pleads with Alec not to involve him in their marital issues. She accuses Alec of endangering their son’s life and demands a divorce. Alec, overwhelmed, agrees, but their son begs him not to leave. Meanwhile, their daughter suffers an allergic reaction, causing panic. Elle urges Alec to take her to the hospital, fearing for her life. The family is in chaos, with emotions running high as they grapple with betrayal, separation, and a medical emergency.
• Ep. 3
  Elle is overwhelmed with grief as she learns of her daughter’s tragic death. She confronts her husband, Alec, accusing him of neglect and betrayal. Alec, now deceased, is unable to respond, but Karen, his mistress, steps in, adding fuel to the fire. Karen, pregnant with Alec’s child, taunts Elle, claiming her child is the true heir. Elle, devastated and furious, lashes out at Karen, blaming her for the chaos in her life. The tension escalates as Elle accuses Karen and Alec of years of deceit, vowing to expose their affair. The scene is charged with raw emotion, as Elle struggles to come to terms with her loss and the betrayal that has shattered her world.
• Ep. 4
  Elle and Alec are on their way to finalize their divorce. Alec coldly insists on the separation, emphasizing the importance of continuing his family line, which Elle cannot provide. He reveals that his mistress, Karen, is pregnant with his son, further justifying his decision. Elle, hurt and angry, accuses Alec of being unworthy of their daughter, Tiantian, and unfit to be her father. Despite Alec’s offer of a fraction of his wealth, Elle remains resolute, refusing to let him dictate her future. The tension between them escalates as they head to City Hall, unaware of the tragic fate awaiting them. Meanwhile, Karen’s relentless pursuit of Elle adds to the mounting pressure, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation.
• Ep. 5
  Elle Levin wakes up in the hospital, disoriented and informed by the doctor that her husband, Alec Gray, died in the car accident. The doctor hands her his belongings, and Elle is left to process the sudden loss. Meanwhile, Karen Hahn, Alec’s mistress, remains oblivious to his death and continues to assert her dominance. She calls Elle, taunting her about the divorce and declaring her intention to move into the family villa with Alec’s son. Elle, still recovering from a concussion, is overwhelmed but resolute. She instructs the hospital to cremate Alec’s body, refusing to prolong the ordeal. As Elle grapples with her grief, Karen’s relentless cruelty adds to her pain. The tension between the two women escalates, with Elle vowing not to let Karen’s actions go unpunished. The scene sets the stage for a bitter confrontation, as Elle begins to reclaim her life and seek justice for the harm caused to her family.

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