21 parts Ongoing Lt. Daniel Richards, a dedicated military officer, has spent the past year deployed overseas. While serving, he received the devastating news that his wife had filed for divorce, citing infidelity with another married man. The betrayal cuts deeply, but what follows hits even harder: his wife quickly relinquishes her parental rights to their 3-year-old daughter, leaving Daniel to navigate the pain of betrayal while fighting for full custody. Heartbroken but determined, Daniel returns home to rebuild his life and provide a stable, loving environment for his daughter, determined to shield her from the pain he endured.
Eleanor Spence, a compassionate and skilled doctor at Mercy Hospital, is reeling from her own personal turmoil. After another messy breakup, she's exhausted emotionally and professionally. With her heart bruised, Eleanor questions whether it's worth opening herself up to love again. She's focused on her work, determined to regain some semblance of control over her life.
Fate brings Daniel and Eleanor together in a chance encounter when Daniel visits Mercy Hospital for a routine check-up for his daughter. They share an immediate connection, a spark neither can deny. Daniel is drawn to Eleanor's strength and vulnerability, while Eleanor sees in him a man who understands loss, resilience, and the desire to protect those he loves. Despite the chemistry, both are hesitant to take a chance on love. Daniel is still healing from the devastation of his marriage, while Eleanor is scarred by her past heartbreaks. They must decide if they can overcome their fears of another broken heart and whether they're willing to risk it all for a chance at something real. In the process, both discover the power of trust, healing, and the possibility of new beginnings.
