
The fourth chapter brings the consequences of past choices to a head, amid unexpected complications, acts of revenge, and unsettling revelations.
Unexpected Consequences: Breaking the ironclad rule comes at an immediate cost. Upon waking, Roberto finds himself dealing with a surreal situation that’s impossible to hide, forcing him into a race against time to seek help from Dr. Zhùrén Zhě before his family discovers the truth.
Showdowns and Compromises: Martina’s auction comes to a close with a completely unexpected and unwelcome winner. The news triggers a chain reaction of revenge, jealousy, and clandestine encounters, culminating in an intimate and hurried moment marked by a trivial “hiccup” that threatens to turn that memory into a ticking time bomb.
Confidential Developments: On the “secret project” front, Dario pushes for an immediate solution to Ellie’s flaws, compelling Oliver to entrust the prototype to a bizarre lab technician. Meanwhile, Claire finally begins to hint at the true, ambiguous nature of the elite assignment intended for Alessandra.