Celeste Wilson accepted money from Cain Grant for debts, agreeing to 100 tasks. Cain kept Celeste as assistant, a stand-in for Serena Young. Celeste hid her affection. Serena returned, Cain framed Celeste, sent her to prison, completing the 100th task. Heartbroken, Celeste left, saved by Ethan Gates. Cain found her notebook, regretted, chased her, begged reconciliation, debts settled. Serena attacked Cain; he protected Celeste, taking the stab. Near death, he recognized his true feelings.