Alyana Arevalo broke up with Cardo Dalisay primarily because she blamed him for failing to protect her during a dangerous kidnapping attempt. This incident severely eroded her trust in Cardo, leading to the dissolution of their marriage.
The Traumatic Kidnapping Attempt and Its Aftermath
The pivotal moment that led to Alyana's decision occurred when she faced a life-threatening kidnapping attempt. At this critical juncture, her office boss, Marco Cabrera (portrayed by J. C. Santos), intervened and successfully rescued her from the kidnappers. This experience profoundly impacted Alyana, as she felt vulnerable and unprotected, despite Cardo being a police officer dedicated to public safety.
Alyana's Reason for Separation
Alyana's decision to end her relationship with Cardo stemmed from a deep sense of disappointment and a feeling of abandonment during her moment of crisis. She explicitly blamed Cardo for not being able to rescue her, believing that as her husband and a law enforcer, he should have been the one to save her. Marco's timely intervention highlighted Cardo's perceived absence and inability to protect her when she needed it most. This betrayal of trust, in Alyana's eyes, became an insurmountable obstacle for their marriage to continue.
The series of events leading to their separation can be summarized as follows:
| Event | Description | Impact on Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| Kidnapping Attempt | Alyana was targeted by kidnappers, putting her life in extreme danger. | Created a high-stress situation for Alyana. |
| Marco Cabrera's Rescue | Her boss, Marco Cabrera, arrived just in time to save her from the assailants. | Established Marco as her rescuer, contrasting with Cardo's absence. |
| Alyana Blames Cardo | Alyana held Cardo responsible for not being there to rescue her himself. | Led to a profound loss of trust and resentment. |
| Decision to Break Up | Based on her blame and eroded trust, Alyana chose to end her marriage with Cardo. | Culminated in the significant separation of the couple. |
Ultimately, while the term "divorce" might be used to describe the ending of their marriage, the core reason for Alyana's separation from Cardo was her loss of faith and trust in his ability to protect her, triggered directly by the kidnapping incident and Marco Cabrera's intervention.
