Zachary Smythsoon, a carefree and wealthy Australian, enjoys a life of luxury as the son of a prominent real estate mogul. However, his mother believes it's time for him to learn responsibility. She sends him to Puerto Princesa, Philippines, to convince the owners of a winery to sell, despite their repeated refusals.
Meanwhile, across the globe, Krizel Ann Hanoy fights to keep her family's winery afloat. The vineyard holds deep sentimental value for her, passed down through generations, despite their financial struggles. Living with her mother Kris, who is battling cancer, and her younger sister Kirsten, Krizel refuses to give up their winery, seeing its worth beyond money.
Upon arriving in Puerto Princesa, Zach realizes persuading Krizel to sell won't be easy. Determined to win her trust, he immerses himself in the life of a vintner, despite lacking experience. With the help of his assistant, Zach pretended to be the son of someone who used to work with Krizel's father just to get close to Krizel because of his mission.
As Zach spends more time at the winery, he begins to appreciate its beauty and the determination of its owners. Krizel, initially suspicious of Zach, gradually warms up to him as she sees his genuine efforts to understand their way of life.
However, tensions rise when Zach's true identity is revealed, leaving Krizel feeling betrayed. Hurt and angry, she refuses to negotiate further, despite financial pressures.
Realizing his mistake, Zach reevaluates his priorities and seeks to make amends. He sets out to regain Krizel's trust and help her save the winery, even if it means risking his family's wealth.
In a tale of love, redemption, and resilience, Zach and Krizel navigate their differences, discovering that sometimes, the most valuable treasures are found in unexpected places.
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