Ethan Lynch is found by his birth parents, but faces jealousy from adoptive brother Owen Lynch. He is framed for a car accident leading to amputation. Humiliated by the Lynch family at his acceptance banquet, the Governor reveals the truth. The Lynch family tries to force him to give up his spot, but Ethan's adoptive parents, the Sullivan family, help clear his name. Ethan breaks free from his blood ties and starts a new life.
