
Claire Shaw's fiancé Connor Gordon abandoned her for Melanie Shaw on their wedding day. Connor's uncle, Alistair, married Claire. Alistair dotes on Claire. Though infertile, Claire became pregnant. Connor returned, saw pregnant Claire, and raged, unaware she married Alistair. He accused her of "betrayal." Connor threatened the baby, causing Claire's miscarriage. Alistair returned, enraged, vowing to avenge Claire. Connor and Melanie realized the truth. Claire swore to make them pay.