Give me a Hug

Give me a Hug

The microdrama centers on Maria, a young woman whose ambitious corporate ascent is inextricably linked to her traumatic past as Ruby, a child sold into human trafficking and presumed drowned. Initially, Maria strives for success in a cutthroat corporate world, driven by her mother's faith, but her journey is quickly complicated by betrayals, public humiliation, and the surfacing of her true identity. She is revealed to be the Chairman's daughter, but also faces accusations of fraud and identity theft, orchestrated by rivals like Shiva and a vengeful Jake, who believes Maria harmed his sister. As Maria navigates these professional and personal attacks, the devastating truth of her past as Ruby begins to unravel. A distraught father recognizes a scar, confirming she is his long-lost daughter, Ruby, who was sold by her father and later presumed drowned. This revelation exposes a web of deep-seated family secrets within the powerful Mackenzie dynasty, involving her biological father, James, who "transactioned" her and her sister Mariya years ago. Maria, also known as Mariya, confronts Mr. James, accusing him of human trafficking, while simultaneously fighting to save her ailing mother, who unknowingly pushes for Maria's union with Mr. James. Her powerful brother, President John, fiercely defends her against his siblings and corporate rivals, eventually reinstating her and declaring her the company leader. However, Maria's journey is fraught with danger, including kidnapping attempts, murder plots orchestrated by Shiva, and brutal assaults from Jake, who seeks revenge for his sister Akka. She also grapples with the guilt of her past actions, including an attempt on her sister Mariya's life, and desperately seeks forgiveness. Ultimately, Maria's true lineage is confirmed, and she is recognized as the rightful heiress. Her mother, Amma, makes immense sacrifices, including divorcing James, to protect Maria. Despite these reconciliations, Maria faces ongoing battles for corporate control, particularly with her brother James, who, after initially condemning her, publicly declares her his biological sister and grants her a significant shareholding. The show culminates with Maria establishing her own entrepreneurial venture, balancing her ambition with her mother's concerns, as the lingering shadows of family betrayal and power struggles continue to define her future. The stakes are high: Maria's identity, her mother's life, the corporate legacy, and justice for the profound injustices of her past.