In a marriage of convenience, Nathan, after a night of drinking, has an affair with Ava, leading to her ectopic pregnancy. Before the surgery, Ava calls Nathan, who is preoccupied with his mistress and neglects Ava, even going as far as to accuse her of having an affair and carrying another man's child after the surgery... As their one-year contractual marriage comes to an end, Nathan realizes his feelings for Ava. But Ava is not willing to play along anymore! Excerpt: "I am Nathan Ford's girlfriend, loved by him, as everyone knows. And you... you're just a title holder, soon to be thrown out. By then, you'll lose all your dignity... no, you've already lost it. I bet your deceased mother would turn in her grave if she knew what you've become." Hearing Iris Hart's sharp and biting words, Ava Sterling initially didn't want to stoop to her level. However, the mention of her late mother crossed a line. A crisp slap echoed before Iris Hart could even react, leaving five bright red marks on her face. "Ah—Ava Sterling—you lowlife, how dare you hit me..." Iris Hart realized she had been slapped and reached out to retaliate, but Ava Sterling was prepared and caught her hand easily. "Listen, Iris Hart, if I'm the joke, what does that make you? You're also a joke. At least I'm Nathan Ford's wife by law! You! Iris Hart, are nothing but a mistress scorned by everyone. Every wealthy man may stray, but a hotel is just a hotel, and home is home. There can be many dishes, but there's only one bowl of rice."
"You're still defending her! It's your constant indulgence that has made Ava so unruly today. Ava used to be so kind and understanding. But look at her now, not only does she not repent for her mistakes, but she also dares to talk back to her elders!
Now that Natalie is in this state, I can't believe she has no responsibility in this. Even if I'm old, I'm not so senile as to not see the truth. Natalie is kind-hearted and honest. If Ava didn't push her, would she have deliberately fallen herself?" Evelyn's anger grew as she saw Nathan trying to smooth things over. Pointing at Ava, she scolded her harshly, showing no mercy.
Ava felt a chill in her heart as she listened. Seeing Evelyn's indignation, she sneered, "What if I say that she deliberately fell to frame me?"