Fans of the After franchise were left stunned after a dramatic rumor began circulating about a major storyline involving Hero Fiennes-Tiffin’s character in After Everything.
In this fictional version of events, Hardin Scott — the passionate and troubled writer portrayed by Hero — finds himself at the center of an emotional storm when he becomes involved in an unexpected affair while separated from Tessa.
According to the imagined plot twist, Hardin’s loneliness and unresolved guilt push him into a brief but intense relationship with a mysterious woman he meets during his time in Portugal. What begins as emotional comfort slowly crosses the line, leading to a betrayal that threatens everything he once fought to rebuild.
The storyline explores a darker side of Hardin’s character — showing how trauma, fame, and regret can distort even the deepest love. When Tessa eventually discovers the truth, the confrontation becomes one of the most heartbreaking moments in the entire After saga.
Though the affair is portrayed as a mistake rather than malicious intent, the consequences are devastating. Trust is shattered, and Hardin must finally confront whether love alone is enough to undo the damage he has caused.
This fictional scandal adds emotional weight to After Everything, reminding viewers why the franchise has always thrived on intense passion, painful choices, and complicated redemption.
While Hero Fiennes-Tiffin delivers the performance with vulnerability and depth, the story leaves fans asking one haunting question:
Can love survive betrayal — or is some damage truly irreversible?