Hoodwinked: Betrayed by Trust

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• Ep. 1
  The episode begins with the grand wedding of Gu Zhuoyuan, the eldest grandson of the Gu Group, a top financial conglomerate in Haicheng. His father, Zhao Junru, announces that Gu Zhuoyuan will become the first heir to the Gu Group. However, shortly after the wedding, Gu Zhuoyuan's mother, Faith Aston, falls mysteriously ill. Despite being treated for a year, her condition worsens. Faith's daughter-in-law, Zelda Nash, insists on continuing the traditional Chinese medicine she prepared, claiming it will cure her. Faith grows suspicious, noting that her illness began after Zelda married into the family. She voices her concerns, but her son dismisses her worries, accusing her of paranoia. The tension rises as Faith's health deteriorates, and she becomes increasingly convinced that Zelda is behind her illness.
• Ep. 2
  Faith Aston grows suspicious when she notices that the medicine her son, Sean Miller, is taking causes a plant to wither upon contact. She warns him that the medicine might be poisoned, but Sean dismisses her concerns, trusting his wife, Zelda Nash, who is pregnant with his child. Faith remains uneasy but decides to let it go for the time being. Later, Zelda insists on giving Sean his medicine, claiming it will help him recover. Faith reluctantly agrees, though her doubts linger. Meanwhile, Faith secretly contacts someone to investigate the medicine, suspecting foul play. As the tension builds, Sean continues to trust Zelda, praising her as a devoted wife. However, the investigation reveals that the medicine contains abnormal substances, confirming Faith's suspicions. The episode ends with a cliffhanger as Faith realizes the danger her son is in, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation.
• Ep. 3
  Faith Aston confronts her daughter-in-law, Zelda Nash, suspecting her of poisoning her son, Sean Miller. Faith accuses Zelda of tampering with the medicine, pointing out that the plants near Sean’s bed withered after being exposed to the medication. Despite her suspicions, Zelda defends herself, claiming the medicine is harmless and meant to treat pneumonia. Faith’s son, Sean, sides with Zelda, urging Faith to apologize for her accusations. Faith, however, remains unconvinced and vows to uncover evidence of Zelda’s betrayal. Meanwhile, Zelda secretly meets with her lover, Yang Yang, revealing her plan to poison Sean and secure her position in the family. Faith overhears their conversation, realizing the depth of Zelda’s deceit and her determination to protect her son at all costs.
• Ep. 4
  Faith confronts Zelda, accusing her of seducing her son and poisoning him. Zelda denies the accusations, claiming Faith is mistaken. Tensions rise as Faith threatens to expose Zelda's actions to the family, warning that it will lead to their downfall. Meanwhile, Zelda tries to calm Faith, fearing the consequences if Faith’s accusations become public. Faith, determined to ruin Zelda, plots to take control of the family business, vowing to destroy Zelda and her son, Sean. As the confrontation escalates, Sean and others arrive, concerned about Faith’s erratic behavior. Faith, pretending to be unwell, manipulates the situation, further deepening the family’s mistrust and chaos. The scene ends with the family gathering, unaware of the brewing storm within their household.
• Ep. 5
  Faith Aston confronts her daughter-in-law, Zelda Nash, accusing her of having an affair with her husband's younger brother, Guoguo. Faith reveals that she has evidence of their infidelity, which she recorded. Zelda pleads with Faith, admitting her efforts to be a good daughter-in-law despite her humble background, and begs for forgiveness for the sake of her unborn child. However, Faith dismisses her pleas, claiming the child is not her son’s but the result of Zelda’s affair. The tension escalates as Faith demands that all phones be confiscated to prevent the scandal from spreading. Zelda, desperate, insists she has proof of her innocence, but Faith remains unmoved, determined to expose the betrayal and protect her family’s reputation. The confrontation leaves the family in chaos, with secrets and accusations threatening to tear them apart.

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