Prologue: The Promise, the Fall, and the Unexpected Encounter The scent of sampaguita and fresh rain filled the air, a perfect backdrop for a day of love. But in Anya's heart, a dark cloud loomed over her happiness. In just a few hours, she would embrace her happily ever after, her dream wedding to the man she loved with all her heart, Mark. Mark, her fiancé, was her first love. They met in college, fell deeply in love, and built a life full of dreams. But behind the facade of love and commitment, secrets lurked, threatening to unravel the very foundation of their relationship. As the sun set on the eve of their wedding day, a storm brewed in the distance, mirroring the turmoil within Anya's heart. Little did she know that the promises made in the light of day could crumble in the shadows of the night. Amidst the chaos of emotions, a figure approached, his presence like a whisper in the wind. Ethan, Mark's uncle, stood at a distance, a silent observer of the unfolding drama. His gaze held a knowingness, a hint of understanding in the face of unexpected circumstances. Anya's world was about to collide with the unexpected, with the promise of love shattered and the fall from grace imminent. The stage was set for a tale of heartbreak, redemption, and the uncharted territory of an encounter that would change everything.