Anna rescues Grace and accompanies her to Quezon, but they face numerous setbacks along the way. The news of Grace's disappearance reaches public affairs host Miranda Valdez, who then shows interest in the story to save her program. Meanwhile, Chito gets questioned by the authorities about the possible abuse of the missing child.

Anna and Grace find refuge in Lucia's abandoned orphanage. While Anna works to provide for their needs, her past catches up with her when Miranda, Detective Oscar and TV producer Julius investigate her involvement in the missing girl's case. As the pressure of investigation mounts and Lucia's vindictive son looms eviction, Anna faces a heart-wrenching decision for Grace.

Tension rises when the police locate Lucia's orphanage and Sarah catches sight of her daughter, Grace. Luckily, Grace manages to escape while Sarah is left bewildered by her action. Left with no other option, Anna takes Grace to Palawan and seeks help from her adoptive mother, Helena. However, family tensions rise, threatening to expose Anna's secret.

Helena urges Anna to return Grace to her mother, while Sarah's persistent harassment causes an accident at the Sarmiento's inn. Julius helps Anna and Grace hide, but Jessica soon finds their shelter and gets incriminating evidence against Anna. Meanwhile, a stolen bracelet leads Miranda to uncover a shocking truth about someone she has been searching for over the years.

Anna, an emotionally distant teacher, determinedly prepares for an opportunity abroad. However, an unexpected turn of events leads her to meet Grace, a young student suffering from abuse. As she grows closer to the young girl, Anna becomes torn between pursuing her dreams and saving Grace from her abusive parents.

To protect Grace, Anna is forced to pretend that the former is her child and divert the police investigation away from her. However, Julius relentlessly asks questions who the child's father is, while Helena starts to doubt her supposed granddaughter's identity. Soon, a heated confrontation compels Anna to reveal her long-buried secrets.

After discovering that Anna is hiding Grace, Julius forces them to surrender. However, an accident strands them in a deserted house where Anna and Grace reveal to Julius the whole truth behind their actions. Tensions escalate at the Sarmientos' inn as Miranda, Oscar, Sarah, and Chito become more suspicious of Anna compelling her to choose between Grace and her family.

After discovering Anna's past, an unjust manipulation of their interview compels Miranda to choose between helping Anna and protecting her career. A heated confrontation between Miranda and Helena causes past pains to resurface. Grace's and Anna's safety are put at risk when Princess makes a reckless decision and Julius' father discovers his involvement in the missing girl's case.

Despite managing to escape Palawan with her help, Anna struggles to fully trust Miranda. Meanwhile, Miranda receives a startling news that makes her determined to set things right for Anna. While the television host works to clear Anna's name and exposes Sarah's true nature, Sarah finds someone's help to fight back Miranda, raising suspicions about who might be hiding Anna.

Helena is desperate to keep Anna away from Miranda, fearing that their growing bond will unravel her dark secrets. Anna, determined to flee with Grace, considers questionable means when their hideout gets discovered. Jessica's actions become more unpredictable, while Sarah's growing suspicions intensify the looming threat.

As Oscar closes in on Grace and Anna, Erin's resurfacing memories reveal the root of Anna's painful past. Princess' betrayal prompts the Sarmientos to uncover a life-altering truth about Helena. In a selfless move, Miranda makes a sacrifice that will put her career and reputation in jeopardy.

Anna's world crumbles when she discovers a long-buried family secret. Miranda entrusts Grace with the key to her shared past with Anna and tries to protect her secret at all costs. However, a revenge-driven Sarah exposes a startling revelation that threatens to break Anna and Miranda's fragile bond.

Despite Miranda's struggle with her worsening condition, Anna finds it difficult to forgive her biological mother. However, a sudden discovery leads to Anna's change of heart. As everyone continues to search for Grace, the accused teacher faces harassment and serious charges in court—until an unexpected arrival seemingly changes everything.

Grace does everything she can to help Anna, only to hear that she has to stay in a shelter for her safety and well-being. Meanwhile, Sarah's anger fuels her relentless drive to win Grace back, leading her to make a desperate attempt to reclaim her daughter. As tensions escalate, Anna makes a bold and unexpected move to save Grace.