Silas took Hale’s family money and signed a five-year contract to play Freya's lover and help her get over the wreck her first love, Julian, left behind. Five years together, Silas fell in love with her. When Freya proposed on a cruise, Silas believed it was the beginning of their happy life. Then came the crash. Freya called out Julian's name unconsciously. Silas chose to divorce, and Freya signed the papers without a clue. Julian came back from overseas and moved into their home. He humiliated Silas by triggering his seafood allergy, stealing her attention at every banquet. Freya always took Julian's side. Sick of it, Silas tore up every last tie, cut all contact, grabbed his acceptance letter, and went after the art life that was actually his. He walked away from a love he'd given to the wrong person.
