Elara Sutton is marginalized, while Ivy Sutton is favored. Kian Kane mistakenly identifies Elara as his benefactor, Ivy. He becomes Elara's assistant. Elara develops feelings for Kian. Discovering the truth, she marries comatose Julian Grayson in Ivy's place. Kian learns Elara was his true benefactor, regrets, and pursues her. Julian awakens and loves Elara. Ivy's jealousy leads to evil acts, making Kian's path to Elara fraught with thorns.
