Jilted at the altar, Evelyn decides to take revenge on her ex-fiancé Carter by going after his father—the powerful and influential Professor Silas. Step by step, she maneuvers her way into becoming his assistant, but amidst the seduction and emotional tug-of-war, she finds herself falling for him for real. As internal family feuds and external threats close in, Evelyn steps up to protect the comatose Silas, taking charge on her own. In the end, Silas awakens, and together they overcome their enemies, moving from mutual scheming to a heartfelt union.
