Hayes, poisoned, faked disability. Stepmother Felicia Liu favored Yvonne, forcing Shannon into a substitute marriage. Hayes was won over by Shannon's kindness, they protected each other. Prince Morrow colluded with Sterling family, plotting to frame them. Yvonne Sterling, Stella Lane threw obstacles. Hayes found Dr. Shaw to detoxify, brought villains to justice. Shannon recovered mental clarity. The couple had twins, lived peacefully.