Maria Santos an 18-year-old girl from a modest background, is thrust into an arranged marriage with Carlos Dela Cruz, the son of one of the wealthiest families in the Philippines. The union, orchestrated by their families, is driven by economic motivations rather than love. Despite Carlos’s kind demeanor, their marriage lacks genuine affection, leaving both feeling trapped.
The situation deteriorates when Mr. Gabriel Dela Cruz, Carlos’s powerful father, unexpectedly dies. Carlos’s resentful first wife, Patricia, seizes control of the family’s assets, leaving Carlos impoverished and embittered. In his frustration, Carlos files for divorce from Maria, unaware that she is pregnant with his child. Heartbroken, Maria leaves for Singapore, determined to start anew.
In Singapore, Maria rebuilds her life from scratch, working at Microsoft and raising her daughter, Isabel, with determination. As she excels in her career, Carlos’s life unravels further, leading him to apply for a job at the same company where Maria works. Unaware that Maria is now a key figure at Microsoft, Carlos faces an unexpected and emotional reunion with her.
The meeting forces Carlos to confront his past mistakes, and he expresses deep remorse for his previous actions. As they work together, Maria and Carlos begin to heal old wounds and rediscover their connection. Amidst the renewed relationship, Carlos learns about Isabel and is overwhelmed with regret and longing.
Despite the complications, including the reveal of Patricia’s hidden agenda and the discovery of a larger conspiracy against Carlos’s family, Maria and Carlos navigate their tumultuous past and present. They eventually remarry, this time built on genuine love, respect, and understanding. With Patricia out of the picture and the challenges behind them, they focus on creating a harmonious and loving life for themselves and their daughter, Isabel, embracing their second chance at happiness.
I love the book is quite interesting, more chapters please