After eight years by Theo Asterβs side, Esme Blume is attacked by his first love, Gina Fox, and shoved into the water in a deliberate attempt on her life. But the real betrayal comes when Theo, instead of defending her, coldly demands that she apologize to Gina. Heartbroken, Esme calls off their wedding and walks awayβbut Theo, blind to her pain, dismisses it as nothing more than a tantrum.