Ten years ago, Patchanin (Waritthisa Limthammahisorn) and Ingdao (Tassaniya Kansomnuch) entered the entertainment industry at a similar age, becoming close friends. But everything changed when they starred in a drama together. At that time, Ingdao was rising to fame and had the opportunity to be the lead actress. However, an unintentional accident during filming caused Ingdao to be rushed to the hospital.

As time passed, Patchanin married Thaweerat (Santirat Kulnopakiet), leading a seemingly perfect and glamorous life. Everyone still remembers Patchanin as a top actress. Meanwhile, Ingdao rose to the position of the new "Queen of Ratings" after Patchanin's marriage. Although Ingdao outwardly embraced the title with a smile, deep down, she harbored resentment toward Patchanin for making her feel like a mere substitute. Comparisons between the two actresses never ceased, turning their former friendship into rivalry.

Patchanin never understood why Ingdao held such a grudge over the accident. What Patchanin did not know was that her father had used money and influence to pressure Ingdao into withdrawing from the lead role, allowing Patchanin to take her place. The deal and the coercion left Ingdao with no choice but to comply, leading to deep resentment and pain. Ingdao believed Patchanin was complicit in the scheme.

On the surface, Patchanin's family life seemed perfect, with a successful husband like Thaweerat, a real estate mogul. But his success was built on the support of Patchanin’s family. The sudden arrival of Tham (Phatthaphon Dechphongworanon), a young businessman and CEO of a rival real estate company, openly declared himself an enemy of Thaweerat. Tham began approaching Patchanin with warnings about Thaweerat’s unfaithfulness.

Patchanin dismissed Tham’s warnings as malicious intent until she received photographs of Thaweerat asleep in a hotel room with an unidentified woman. The seemingly perfect image of her family began to crumble. Patchanin started to believe Thaweerat was truly unfaithful, and her so-called friends, whom she thought were allies, secretly mocked her misfortune.

The only person who truly sympathized with her was Chompunut (Krittha Sangsopa), a young barista Patchanin had once helped. Chompunut was beautiful and aspired to become a famous actress like Patchanin but came from a poor family. She worked multiple jobs to save money to pursue her dream.

However, Chompunut often clashed with Ava (Cherlyn Staafie), Ingdao’s niece, who constantly targeted her. Despite this, Chompunut’s determination caught the attention of Jenphop (Tantawan Thaddeo), the true heir to a famous coffee business who was working as an intern at the café to learn the family trade.

One day, Patchanin was invited to be a special judge at a new talent selection show called STAR SEA, with Tham also serving as a judge. Chompunut participated in the competition, standing out with her beauty and talent, becoming a strong contender for the win.

But her journey wasn’t easy—she faced constant sabotage from Ava and Ingdao from the very first round. Fortunately, Patchanin, who couldn't stand the injustice, helped Chompunut advance. Grateful for Patchanin’s kindness, Chompunut vowed to help her uncover the truth about Thaweerat’s mistress.

During a lavish party at Patchanin’s mansion, which once served as her marital home, disaster struck. Suddenly, a grand chandelier hanging in the center of the house came crashing down at the exact spot where Patchanin was standing.

Luckily, Tham managed to pull her away just in time, saving her from harm. Patchanin was left shaken and terrified when Tham revealed the truth—this was not an accident. Someone had deliberately cut the chandelier’s cords, intending to take her life.

THE DECEPTION GAME (LE RAI GAME LUANG)