Dans l'abîme de la passion

• CEO
• Destiny

• Ep. 1
  Ruby Lane is trapped in a suffocating engagement to Victor Dunn, a man who refuses to touch her, leaving her desperate and humiliated. Victor’s family, particularly his grandmother, pressures Ruby to seduce him and bear a child, threatening to cut off her mother’s medical funds if she fails. Ruby, visibly distressed, tries to defend herself but is met with cold indifference. The family’s cruelty deepens as they accuse her of infidelity, hinting at a scandalous night that occurred on the 10th of the previous month. Ruby’s silence and hesitation suggest a hidden truth, one that could unravel the fragile facade of her engagement and expose the dark secrets of the Dunn family.
• Ep. 2
  Ruby Lane is caught in a web of humiliation and manipulation. She is forced to deliver condoms to her fiancé, Victor Dunn, and another woman, a task that underscores her powerless position in the family. Victor’s aunt, Zhu Yun, orders her to monitor Ruby’s menstrual cycle, hinting at the family’s growing suspicion about her pregnancy. Meanwhile, Ruby confides in someone about her missed period, fearing the worst. Elsewhere, Caleb Dunn, Victor’s uncle, is obsessed with finding a mysterious woman with a distinctive birthmark. His subordinate suggests giving up the search, but Caleb remains relentless, revealing his lingering attachment to the woman. He also confronts his subordinate about drugging him, hinting at a deeper betrayal. Caleb’s obsession and Ruby’s predicament intertwine, as the family’s secrets and schemes continue to unravel. The deleted hotel surveillance footage adds another layer of mystery, leaving Ruby and Caleb’s fates uncertain.
• Ep. 3
  Ruby Lane reflects on her predicament, realizing that while she might have been able to hide the loss of her virginity, a pregnancy would be impossible to conceal from Victor Dunn and his family. She recalls the fateful night when she was forced to deliver condoms to Caleb Dunn, Victor's uncle, which led to their encounter. Ruby resents Victor for treating her like a mere tool, expressing her desire to escape the oppressive engagement. She hopes that if she can repay her debts, she might finally break free from the Dunn family's control. Meanwhile, tensions rise as Ruby confronts Caleb, who seems to hold a mysterious power over her. The scene hints at the growing complexity of their relationship and the looming consequences of their actions.
• Ep. 4
  Ruby confronts Caleb, her fiancé’s uncle, in a tense and emotional exchange. She demands to know if he was the one who spent the fateful night with her, but Caleb evades her questions, claiming ignorance. Ruby struggles to break free as Caleb tries to calm her, insisting he meant no harm. The tension escalates as Ruby accuses him of being a pervert, but Caleb denies any ill intentions. Meanwhile, Victor, Ruby’s cruel fiancé, arrives and casually mentions that Caleb will be joining them, further complicating the situation. Ruby is visibly distressed, trying to avoid Victor’s attention while grappling with her feelings for Caleb. The scene ends with Ruby realizing the depth of her connection to Caleb, leaving her torn between duty and desire.
• Ep. 5
  Ruby Lane finds herself entangled in a tense family dynamic as Victor Dunn, her cruel fiancé, confronts her about her loyalty. Victor, confident in his control over Ruby, dismisses any possibility of her betraying him, citing the family's expectations. Meanwhile, Ruby's interactions with Caleb Dunn, Victor's enigmatic uncle, hint at a deeper connection, one that the family is beginning to suspect. As the family gathers for a formal dinner, tensions rise, and Ruby is reminded of her precarious position. The evening is marked by subtle power plays and veiled threats, as Ruby struggles to navigate the treacherous waters of the Dunn family's expectations and her own growing feelings for Caleb.

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