After moving from the sticks to the city, Stella endures endless abuse from her in-laws. During the Mid-Autumn Festival dinner, she finally snaps, leaving the Thorne family with her daughter, Gemma. Learning of her plight, her mother takes her in. Coincidentally, Stella's brother, Roman Mercer, just moved to town as the General Manager of Stratos Corporation. When Stella's demand for a divorce sparks a fierce dispute, Roman steps in to confront the Thorne family. Ultimately, the in-laws pay the price, and Stella successfully divorces Garrett Thorne.