Fate Twisted, Love Aligned

• CEO
• Counterattack

• Ep. 1
  Cyrus Griffin and Daphne Ream find themselves entangled in a web of deceit orchestrated by Daphne’s stepmother. After being drugged, they unknowingly conceive twins—a boy and a girl. Following the birth, Cyrus’s grandmother forcibly takes the baby girl, leaving Daphne with the boy. Heartbroken and desperate, Daphne flees abroad to protect her son. Meanwhile, Cyrus is determined to uncover the truth behind the manipulation. He discovers that his trusted confidant was behind the drugging. As he pieces together the puzzle, he vows to find his missing daughter, who bears a distinctive heart-shaped birthmark on her shoulder. Years later, Daphne, now living under the name Meng Qingluan, raises her son in poverty, hiding her true identity. Cyrus, under the guise of a poor man named Gu Shen, searches for his daughter while navigating a world of deception. Their paths cross unexpectedly during a comical yet poignant encounter, setting the stage for a reunion that could unravel the lies of the past.
• Ep. 2
  Meng Xiaoyan introduces herself and her mother, Meng Qinglan, praising her as the best mom in the world. Gu Xiaomeng, her brother, introduces their father, Gu Shen, describing him as tall, handsome, and the best dad. The siblings playfully argue about whose parent is better, creating a light-hearted atmosphere. However, the scene takes a turn when a woman mistakes their table for another, leading to an awkward encounter. The tension escalates when a scornful woman recognizes Meng Qinglan, mocking her for being disowned by the Meng family after having a child out of wedlock. She cruelly taunts Meng Qinglan, calling her child a "bastard" and accusing her of returning home in desperation. The confrontation leaves Meng Qinglan visibly shaken, while her children remain protective and confused by the hostility.
• Ep. 3
  Meng Qingluan, a strong-willed woman, confronts her past as she faces off against her stepmother’s family. During a heated argument, she is insulted and called a "bastard," but she retaliates fiercely, declaring she is no longer the weak person they once controlled. She warns them to prepare for her revenge. Meanwhile, a man from a powerful corporation, claiming to be a high-ranking executive, approaches her with arrogance, offering to help her against her enemies in exchange for her submission. Meng Qingluan, unimpressed and defiant, dismisses him with sharp words, refusing to bow to his advances. Her fiery temper and refusal to back down intrigue the man, who finds her boldness captivating. The tension escalates as Meng Qingluan stands her ground, determined to reclaim her power and dignity.
• Ep. 4
  Cyrus Griffin, the second young master of the Griffin Corporation, finds himself in a heated confrontation with a man claiming to be a high-ranking executive of the Story Group. The man threatens Cyrus, but Cyrus confidently reveals his true identity as the personal assistant to the CEO of the Story Group, asserting his authority and warning the man to leave Haicheng immediately. The man, intimidated, tries to explain his distant connection to Cyrus through a convoluted family tree, but Cyrus remains unimpressed. Meanwhile, Daphne Ream, who has been watching the scene unfold, expresses her gratitude to Cyrus for stepping in. Cyrus, ever the charmer, jokingly suggests that if she truly wants to thank him, they should get married. The tension from the earlier confrontation dissipates as the two share a light-hearted moment, hinting at the growing bond between them despite the chaos surrounding their lives.
• Ep. 5
  Cyrus proposes marriage to Daphne, hoping to provide stability for their son, Mengmeng, who has been longing for a father. Mengmeng pleads with Daphne, expressing how much he wants a dad and how other children tease him for not having one. Daphne, torn by her past and the loss of her daughter, hesitates but eventually agrees, though she makes it clear that her return to Haicheng is solely to find her missing daughter. Cyrus reveals he is also searching for the mother of his child, hinting at unresolved feelings and shared pain. They agree to a partnership, both driven by their desire to reunite their fractured family. The scene ends with a bittersweet promise, as they prepare to face the challenges ahead together.

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