L'amore al limite

• Family
• Urban

• Ep. 1
  Lily Hill and her husband, William Leith, visit the hospital for a routine check-up. William is called into a private consultation with the doctor, who reveals that Lily has been diagnosed with late-stage liver cancer. Shocked and devastated, William struggles to process the news. The doctor emphasizes the urgency of a liver transplant within a week to save her life, but the surgery costs $500,000. Determined to save his wife, William vows to raise the money, even if it means selling everything they own. Meanwhile, Lily, unaware of her diagnosis, grows suspicious after overhearing fragments of a conversation about someone having late-stage liver cancer and the exorbitant surgery cost. She confronts William, who tries to downplay the situation, but Lily’s anxiety grows. The weight of the secret and the financial burden begin to strain their relationship, setting the stage for a dramatic and emotional journey.
• Ep. 2
  Lily confronts William, suspecting he’s hiding something from her. He denies it, claiming he has nothing to conceal, and mentions he needs to go out soon. Lily, visibly upset, tells him to leave, saying she has no appetite and can’t stand the sight of him. William, seemingly unaffected, offers to cook dinner, but Lily dismisses him again. Meanwhile, William contacts his boss, Lin Yong, explaining that he has a family emergency and requests an advance on his project bonus. He asks for 100,000 yuan, expressing gratitude when his boss agrees. William then calls his uncle, attempting to borrow money, but his uncle refuses, adamant that the funds shouldn’t be spent on someone he deems unworthy. William’s desperation grows as he struggles to secure the money needed for Lily’s surgery, while Lily’s resentment toward him deepens.
• Ep. 3
  William Leith has finally managed to gather $500,000 for his wife Lily's surgery by borrowing from relatives, friends, and using his savings. Relieved, he eagerly awaits news from the hospital about the liver transplant, believing it will save her life. However, when he goes to withdraw the money, he discovers that the funds have been transferred to an account under the name Li Tingting. Shocked, he realizes Lily knows his account password and confronts her at home. William demands an explanation, asking Lily why she transferred the money and urging her to return it immediately, as it is urgently needed for her surgery. Lily, however, remains silent, leaving William desperate and confused. The tension between them escalates as William struggles to understand her actions, while Lily's motives remain unclear, deepening the emotional conflict between the couple.
• Ep. 4
  Lily confronts William about borrowing a large sum of money, accusing him of hiding something. William tries to calm her down, explaining that he borrowed the money for her liver cancer treatment, which he believes she has. Lily, however, is convinced that William is the one diagnosed with late-stage liver cancer, based on what she heard from a nurse. She refuses to accept his explanation, believing he’s trying to save himself. Lily’s brother chimes in, arguing that even if William survives, his health will be too poor to work and support the family. Lily mocks William, suggesting he’s selfish for wanting to live and expecting her to care for him. The tension escalates as Lily and her brother pressure William to accept his fate, dismissing his attempts to explain the truth.
• Ep. 5
  William pleads with Lily to reconsider her decision, emphasizing the urgency of her condition and the need for the $500,000 to secure a liver transplant. He explains that the hospital has already submitted the application, and a liver source might become available soon. However, without the money, they won’t be able to proceed with the surgery. Lily, still under the mistaken belief that William is the one diagnosed, coldly dismisses his pleas, questioning whether his life is worth saving. She reveals that she has already lent the money to her brother, who used it to buy a BMW. William is shocked and frustrated, arguing that her brother should return the money immediately. But Lily remains unmoved, prioritizing her brother’s desires over William’s desperate attempts to save her life. The tension between them escalates as William realizes the gravity of her decision and the irreversible consequences it may have.

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