Anna kidnaps Grace in a desperate attempt to save her from the harsh abuse of her neglectful mother, which then stirs a nationwide manhunt against her.

Anna rescues Grace and accompanies her to Quezon, but they face numerous setbacks along the way; the news of Grace's disappearance reaches Miranda Valdez, a public affairs host who advocates for mothers.

Anna and Grace find refuge in Lucia's abandoned orphanage. While Anna works to provide for their needs, her past catches up with her.

Sarah catches sight of her daughter, Grace, after locating the abandoned orphanage with the police. Luckily, Grace manages to escape.

Anna pretends Grace is her child to divert police investigation; she attempts to protect Grace through this deception; Julius continues to ask questions about the situation.

After discovering that Anna is hiding Grace, Julius forces them to surrender; an accident strands them in a deserted house where Julius learns the truth; tensions escalate at the Sarmientos' inn.