The Secrets of the Rejected Heiress

• Counterattack
• Destiny

• Ep. 1
  Ivy Steele, once the heiress of the Penn family, is now grappling with the shocking revelation that she is not their biological daughter. As she navigates her new reality, she encounters a mysterious group claiming she is the long-lost princess of the prestigious Sheng family. They reveal that she was separated from them years ago due to a tragic incident. Overwhelmed by the news, Ivy struggles to process the truth while preparing for her upcoming wedding to Wen Yue. Meanwhile, the Sheng family insists on her return, presenting her with evidence of her true lineage. Torn between her past and future, Ivy must decide whether to embrace her newfound identity or continue her life as Ivy Steele.
• Ep. 2
  Ivy Penn, on the verge of marrying into the prestigious Nash family, is haunted by doubts about her identity. She confides in her mother, asking if she would still love her if she weren’t her biological daughter. Her mother reassures her, emphasizing that Ivy will always be her beloved daughter and that her marriage to Wei Wei is a union of love and prosperity. The wedding ceremony begins with grandeur, and Ivy is introduced as the bride. However, just as the officiant asks if she consents to the marriage, a voice interrupts, declaring, "I disagree!" The ceremony is thrown into chaos, leaving Ivy and the guests in shock. The revelation of her true identity looms, threatening to unravel everything.
• Ep. 3
  On the day of Ivy Penn's wedding to the heir of the Nashes, chaos erupts when a woman claims to be the true daughter of the Penn family. She accuses Ivy of being an imposter, stating that Ivy has known the truth about her identity all along. The woman demands that the wedding be stopped, insisting that the marriage contract belongs to her, not Ivy. Ivy's parents are shocked and confused, but the woman presents evidence, suggesting a mix-up at the hospital twenty years ago. She even offers to take a DNA test to prove her claim. As tensions rise, Ivy's parents begin to question her identity, and the woman's resemblance to the Penn family becomes undeniable. Ivy, desperate to defend herself, insists that her love for her fiancé is genuine, but the woman mocks her, accusing her of clinging to the Penn family's wealth and status. Ivy's parents, torn between their love for Ivy and the shocking revelation, ultimately side with the woman, disowning Ivy and demanding she return everything that belongs to the Penn family. Heartbroken and betrayed, Ivy is forced to leave the ceremony, her life shattered by the revelation. The woman, now recognized as the true daughter, takes her place, leaving Ivy to face an uncertain future alone.
• Ep. 4
  Ivy Steele, now stripped of her Penn family identity, faces a harsh confrontation with the Penns' biological daughter, Weiwei. Weiwei demands Ivy return everything that belongs to the Penns, from clothes to jewelry, mocking her for her newfound poverty. Ivy, hurt and angry, accuses Weiwei of being ungrateful, reminding her of the luxury she enjoyed while Ivy suffered in obscurity. Weiwei fires back, claiming Ivy’s life in the Sheng family was far from destitute, even revealing that Ivy’s current outfit is a designer piece worth a fortune. The tension escalates as Weiwei threatens to expose Ivy’s true circumstances, leaving Ivy cornered and humiliated. The scene highlights the stark contrast between their lives and the bitterness of their shared past.
• Ep. 5
  Ivy Steele, now stripped of her former identity, faces the harsh reality of her new life. In a tense confrontation, she is berated by those who once called her family. They mock her, calling her a "worthless impostor" and belittling her for her current struggles. The disdain is palpable as they demand she leave, even stripping her of the clothes she wears, claiming they no longer belong to her. Ivy, standing in the face of their cruelty, questions the truth of their accusations, but her defiance is met with cold dismissal. Her father, once a figure of authority and care, now orders her to be thrown out, refusing to even look at her. The scene is filled with despair and chaos as Ivy is cast out, her ties to the Penn family irrevocably severed. The weight of betrayal and rejection hangs heavy in the air, leaving Ivy to face an uncertain future alone.

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