Pregnant Hazel is hunted by her uncle and aunt. She gives birth and flees; her daughter falls into Caden Gordon's arms. A birthmark and DNA confirm the child is Caden's daughter; he remembers Hazel. Hazel, raising her daughter, is humiliated by Jessica Jennings, then hired by Caden. Jessica causes Ava's medical episode. Caden learns Ava's identity at the hospital. Hazel is kidnapped by her uncle and aunt, who abuse Ava. Caden Gordon arrives.
