Nova Hub
Nova Hub
  • 3 hours ago
Revenge Of The Abandoned Heiress
| English Movies , English Drama, Chinese Drama
#dramabox
#FortunesUnveiledMyHusbandisaBigShot
#OneFatefulnightwithmyBoss
#minishorts
#reelshort
#reelsdrama
#shortmax
#FatedToMyCruelCEO
#dreameshort
#kalostv
#englishsubstitle
#loveshots
#MyHockeyAlpha
#IWishItWereYou
#donaldtrump
Transcript
00:00:00I'm pregnant, you're going to be a father.
00:00:05What's she doing here?
00:00:07What do you think?
00:00:08No need to hide anymore.
00:00:10I'm leaving you.
00:00:11For Catherine.
00:00:13Unlike you, I'm young and rich.
00:00:15I can give Bradley what he deserves.
00:00:17Catherine hired me to be vice president of her family's hospital.
00:00:20She's also way better in bed.
00:00:23What's that?
00:00:25She's pregnant?
00:00:27What?
00:00:29She must be faking it to trap you.
00:00:32No one's faking it.
00:00:33You're so desperate.
00:00:35Give it back! Stop!
00:00:36No, I'm not.
00:00:37Give it back!
00:00:38No!
00:00:54Bradley.
00:01:10What happened?
00:01:12The baby.
00:01:13Is the baby okay?
00:01:18I'm so sorry.
00:01:21We've lost the baby.
00:01:25I'm so sorry.
00:01:31We're right here, sweetheart.
00:01:32We're right here.
00:01:42I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this.
00:01:47I'm ready to come back, Dad.
00:01:49Mom, revenge won't heal the heart.
00:01:51This isn't about revenge.
00:01:52This is about holding them accountable.
00:01:54Are you sure you're ready for this?
00:01:56I've been preparing for years, Mom.
00:01:59Okay.
00:02:00But there is a condition.
00:02:07I have an important announcement.
00:02:09My daughter, Mia Gerber, will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation.
00:02:13Is Mia ready for such a big role?
00:02:15I've been concealing my identity to go undercover within the industry.
00:02:19I've learned our competitors from the inside.
00:02:22Trust me.
00:02:24I'm more than ready.
00:02:27Furthermore, Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:34Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:40There is a condition.
00:02:41You're going to have to marry Joshua Lane, the heir of Lane Holdings.
00:02:46Mia's never even met this guy before.
00:02:48It's a strategic alliance, Noah.
00:02:53It's what's best for our families and the company.
00:02:56I'll do it.
00:03:00I'll marry Joshua Lane if that's what it takes.
00:03:04And this alliance will strengthen our company and secure our future.
00:03:11Joshua Lane
00:03:18Isn't Joshua Lane famous for being cold and ruffles?
00:03:22That's what I heard.
00:03:24I think it'll be good for the company.
00:03:25I don't think it'll be good for the new CEO.
00:03:32Joshua Lane
00:03:41Joshua Lane
00:03:48Joshua, I was hoping we could...
00:03:49Not interested. Get lost.
00:03:55Man, you are brutal. That's the fifth girl you've turned down tonight.
00:04:00Hey, I heard you're getting hitched to Mia Gerber.
00:04:02Why didn't you turn her down?
00:04:03This marriage is what my parents want.
00:04:05Couldn't care less about her.
00:04:07Oh, come on. She's the heiress to the Gerber Corporation.
00:04:09There must be some perks to her.
00:04:11Perks are not.
00:04:12She'll learn quickly that I'm not one to be messed with.
00:04:15Gonna give her a hard time, huh?
00:04:17Let's just say that she's got something coming.
00:04:30Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife?
00:04:35I do.
00:04:37And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband?
00:04:43I do.
00:04:45Rings?
00:04:54You may now kiss the bride.
00:05:07Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
00:05:09This marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world.
00:05:13Don't expect any affection from me.
00:05:15Understood. And vice versa.
00:05:19My parents want to set up a dinner with us. My assistant will set it up.
00:05:22She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
00:05:25Done.
00:05:32I'm sorry, I'm late.
00:05:33No, it's okay.
00:05:34I'm sorry.
00:05:35I'm sorry.
00:05:36I'm sorry.
00:05:37I'm sorry.
00:05:38I'm sorry.
00:05:39I'm sorry.
00:05:40I'm sorry.
00:05:41I'm sorry.
00:05:42I'm sorry.
00:05:43I'm sorry.
00:05:44I'm sorry.
00:05:45I'm sorry.
00:05:46I'm sorry.
00:05:47I'm sorry.
00:06:03Joshua has always been so distant with people.
00:06:08Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:06:13You should see all the women that can't stop chasing.
00:06:16Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
00:06:21But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:06:28We need an heir after all.
00:06:29Eleanor, that's enough.
00:06:32I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to lead Lane Hogan's.
00:06:38Quite the contrary.
00:06:40Actually, Joshua's very passionate, especially in the bedroom.
00:06:45No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
00:06:54For your information, passion is not in my DNA, nor does it align with my personal brand.
00:07:02But still, thank you for standing up for me.
00:07:06I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
00:07:16Get the campaign ready.
00:07:17I want that jerk out ASAP.
00:07:24Noah, hey.
00:07:25I need a favor.
00:07:31You're right.
00:07:32Alex and Eleanor Lane are behind a smear campaign against Joshua.
00:07:35Blue Diamond PR is already involved.
00:07:38What agency are we using?
00:07:40We're still deciding. Bids are open for this year's contract.
00:07:44Perfect. I have a plan.
00:07:50I'm offering the Gerber Corporation's annual PR budget.
00:07:53It's one of the largest in the industry.
00:07:55That's an enticing offer, Ms. Gerber.
00:07:58What do you ask of me in return?
00:08:00I need you to withdraw from any campaign against Joshua Lane.
00:08:04I don't mind. I'll cover the cancellation fee.
00:08:12You have a deal.
00:08:13The Gerber Corporation account is too good to pass up.
00:08:17There's a little more.
00:08:19I need you to spread the word.
00:08:21Any PR firm that goes against Joshua Lane will be blacklisted.
00:08:25Any PR firm that goes against Joshua Lane will be blacklisted from the Gerber Corporation and our allies.
00:08:31You got it.
00:08:32No one in this industry would be stupid enough to fight against the Gerber Corporation.
00:08:38Wonderful.
00:08:40Looking forward to a fruitful partnership.
00:08:48I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you.
00:08:52But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
00:08:56I always knew Eleanor and Alex would be after my position.
00:08:58I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
00:09:02How do you know about this?
00:09:03Alex struck me as opportunistic.
00:09:05A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholder's opinion.
00:09:08And Eleanor's background in PR made this move predictable.
00:09:12You're more perceptive than I thought.
00:09:15Why are you helping me?
00:09:19Our family's alliance is crucial.
00:09:21Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
00:09:25It's all business.
00:09:29Business, right?
00:09:31Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef with Katherine and Bradley, right?
00:09:37How did you know about that?
00:09:39You didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks.
00:09:43I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
00:09:45I mean, he cheated on you.
00:09:48So what?
00:09:51She must be faking it to trap you.
00:09:56How dare you?
00:09:58You had no right to dig into my past like that.
00:10:02I can take care of myself.
00:10:07What just happened?
00:10:12To your new position as Senior VP.
00:10:17And it's all thanks to my help, of course.
00:10:19Absolutely. You're my lucky charm, honey.
00:10:26Imagine if I'd stayed with Mia.
00:10:29Poor and powerless. That's all she ever was.
00:10:31She's a joke.
00:10:33A stepping stone at best.
00:10:35With you by my side, we are unstoppable.
00:10:48Katherine's hospital is resisting our acquisition.
00:10:52Bradley, as the new Senior VP, is leading the pushback.
00:10:56Do they know I'm the CEO yet?
00:10:57No, as per your request.
00:10:59Perfect. Keep at it.
00:11:06Now how do I pull this off?
00:11:17There are gaps in Mia's medical record right after her breakup.
00:11:21These are from the Gerber Corporation's own hospital.
00:11:24Only someone higher up from within can access it.
00:11:33I want to know what happened to Mia during that gap, after the breakup.
00:11:37Even if I know, why would I tell you?
00:11:39Mia helped me.
00:11:40But unless I understand that part of the puzzle, I won't be able to return her favor.
00:11:45Do you care for her?
00:11:48You don't dislike her?
00:11:50Now, Mia deserves someone who truly loves her.
00:11:54Not you.
00:11:55She's a grown woman.
00:11:57She knows what she wants.
00:11:58Nobody gets to tell her what she deserves.
00:12:00Especially not you.
00:12:09You can choose not to share the information.
00:12:12But you won't be helping her.
00:12:15Your choice.
00:12:20Alright, look.
00:12:22If you have to know,
00:12:24unfortunately,
00:12:26Mia had a miscarriage
00:12:28because of an accident involving Bradley and Catherine.
00:12:49How are you...
00:12:51feeling?
00:12:53It's none of your business.
00:12:55Not that you would know what that means.
00:12:58I'm sorry for overstepping
00:13:00and being insensitive.
00:13:01I learned about your miscarriage.
00:13:03I had no idea.
00:13:05You didn't know?
00:13:07That doesn't excuse my behavior.
00:13:09I apologize.
00:13:11I may have overreacted.
00:13:13You were hurting.
00:13:14That's understandable.
00:13:16So you're not a robot.
00:13:17Like everyone says you are.
00:13:19Of course I'm not.
00:13:20Who says that?
00:13:22Everyone.
00:13:23Your family, your friends,
00:13:24your co-workers,
00:13:26enemies.
00:13:28I even heard the maids joking about it the other day.
00:13:31Bar them all.
00:13:32No, no.
00:13:33No, it's okay.
00:13:35They're allowed to joke.
00:13:36They've been doing a wonderful job.
00:13:39Besides, I think you should
00:13:41talk like this.
00:13:43It suits you.
00:13:45It's not funny.
00:13:48I...
00:13:50It's late.
00:13:53I'm going to bed.
00:13:55Okay.
00:13:57Good night.
00:14:04Talk like this.
00:14:18Go ahead with the plan.
00:14:19Shorten the stock of Catherine's company.
00:14:22I want to see them bleed.
00:14:33Mia, you need to see this.
00:14:35The stock of Catherine's hospital
00:14:36has been shortened dramatically.
00:14:38They're on the verge of bankruptcy.
00:14:40Just a week?
00:14:41How is this possible?
00:14:42Seems like a coordinated attack.
00:14:44Someone powerful is behind this.
00:14:48Joshua.
00:14:55Did you short Catherine's stock?
00:14:57Yes, I did.
00:14:58Why?
00:14:59Strictly for business.
00:15:01To protect our family's alliances.
00:15:03Your enemies are my enemies now.
00:15:05Thank you, Joshua.
00:15:06I just did what's necessary.
00:15:07Just like you would do.
00:15:08Now to pay a little visit to Bradley and Catherine.
00:15:18Bradley.
00:15:19What are we going to do?
00:15:20They're taking everything.
00:15:23I can't believe this is happening.
00:15:26As of now, this hospital
00:15:27is under Gerber Corporation's control.
00:15:30Yes, the Gerber Corporation.
00:15:31As in my family's company.
00:15:33Mia Gerber?
00:15:34I thought you were Mia Whitlock.
00:15:36Whitlock was just a name I used
00:15:37to conceal my identity.
00:15:39You betrayed and hurt my wife.
00:15:41Now you're facing the consequences.
00:15:43I've resigned.
00:15:44You can't touch me.
00:15:45Resignation or not, Bradley,
00:15:46your career is over.
00:15:47I've seen to it that everyone in this industry
00:15:49won't touch you after what you've done.
00:15:52Mia.
00:15:54You know that I never meant to hurt you.
00:15:56This hospital is all that I have left.
00:15:58Please.
00:16:01That day that I fell,
00:16:03you stood there and watched.
00:16:05You made your decision then.
00:16:07Mia, can we talk?
00:16:08I know I hurt you deeply.
00:16:09I just want to apologize.
00:16:11To make things right.
00:16:17I'm sorry.
00:16:28Mia, I'm truly sorry.
00:16:30About everything.
00:16:32I dreamt about you and the baby every day.
00:16:34I just couldn't bring myself to tell you this
00:16:36after the accident.
00:16:38Because I felt so ashamed of myself.
00:16:40Your apology can't undo what's been done, Bradley.
00:16:43I know. I just...
00:16:45I need you to know
00:16:46that I will always care about you.
00:16:48Deeply.
00:17:02You're really like they say.
00:17:04Tall.
00:17:05Handsome.
00:17:06Powerful.
00:17:14You know I can make you
00:17:16a very happy man.
00:17:20I do not engage with women
00:17:22who have no shame.
00:17:25Hands off me.
00:17:30Catherine manipulated me.
00:17:32But now I realize she's nothing compared to you.
00:17:34We could start over.
00:17:36With your family's resources,
00:17:37I could help you grow the business.
00:17:39We could be parents again.
00:17:40Give us a chance.
00:17:42You know,
00:17:43if I wasn't 100% sure before,
00:17:45I am now.
00:17:47You're a piece of human trash.
00:17:51You're right. I'm dirty.
00:17:52But think about all the good memories we have.
00:17:54Think about more to come.
00:17:55Just...
00:17:56Let go.
00:17:57Mia, don't.
00:17:58Bradley.
00:17:59I'm serious. Don't.
00:18:00Get the fuck out of here.
00:18:03Get the fuck out of here.
00:18:04Get the fuck out of here.
00:18:11I should have intervened
00:18:12before Bradley could touch you.
00:18:13It's fine, Joshua.
00:18:15Thank you for
00:18:16stepping in.
00:18:17Thank you for
00:18:20everything.
00:18:23Yeah, I follow through
00:18:24with all my business plans.
00:18:26Right.
00:18:27Yeah.
00:18:28The business plan.
00:18:30You know, you call me your wife
00:18:31for the first time.
00:18:34Don't look into it too much.
00:18:36Let's go.
00:18:37Actually,
00:18:39you know what?
00:18:40Now that all the revenge is done,
00:18:42I think I want to take some time alone
00:18:44to
00:18:46figure out my feelings.
00:18:48I understand.
00:18:55They've destroyed everything.
00:18:57We can't let them get away with this.
00:19:02What if we take
00:19:03Mia?
00:19:05A ransom would help us,
00:19:06but hurt Mia.
00:19:08Yes.
00:19:10Abducting Mia Gerber.
00:19:12Let's see how
00:19:13Joshua Lane reacts then.
00:19:15But how will we get to Mia?
00:19:17I know that she always
00:19:18goes to this one spot
00:19:19alone.
00:19:20From what I know about her,
00:19:22she must be there right now.
00:19:34Ah!
00:19:35Ah!
00:19:40Ah!
00:19:41Ah!
00:19:42Ah!
00:19:43Ah!
00:19:44Ah!
00:19:45Ah!
00:19:46Ah!
00:19:47Ah!
00:20:03Ah!
00:20:23Hey!
00:20:27Hey!
00:20:29Help!
00:20:33Thought you could get rid of us, Mia?
00:20:42You and Joshua will regret ever crossing us.
00:20:46Don't bring him into this, you bitch!
00:21:04That's for talking back to me.
00:21:08Look at you.
00:21:10Just as pathetic as the day you fell.
00:21:13Of course I could have saved you, but why would I?
00:21:17You and your baby are worth nothing.
00:21:26Joshua Lane, listen.
00:21:29We have Mia Gerber.
00:21:30You want her back?
00:21:32Get ready with a hefty ransom.
00:21:33I'll pay the ransom, but listen to me clearly.
00:21:37I will hunt you down and you'll wish you'd never crossed me.
00:21:48Based on the footage from Mia's car camera, it seems Bradley and Catherine are behind
00:21:52this.
00:21:53These are the possible locations where Mia could be.
00:21:56This one.
00:22:01Mia.
00:22:04Joshua.
00:22:07I got you.
00:22:14Let's get you out of here.
00:22:25Come on.
00:22:33Come on.
00:22:41Joshua, Joshua, stop!
00:22:59It's not worth it.
00:23:11It's not an excuse to forget about you, but I guess that's just life someday.
00:23:31Made you some soup.
00:23:40It's very unique.
00:23:43What is this?
00:23:44My mom's recipe.
00:23:45Before she passed away, she used to make it for me when I was sick.
00:23:49Thought it might comfort you.
00:23:52Must have made it wrong.
00:23:53It's wonderful.
00:23:55I don't know how to thank you enough.
00:23:58It's nothing.
00:24:00I just did what I had to do.
00:24:04Joshua.
00:24:06Is this still just a marriage of convenience for you?
00:24:10Excuse me, Mr. and Mrs. Lane.
00:24:12A guest has arrived.
00:24:13Her name is Susie Harper.
00:24:15Susie's back?
00:24:24Oh, I've missed you so much.
00:24:32Susie, it's been ages.
00:24:35When's the last time we saw each other?
00:24:37Four years ago, before I went abroad.
00:24:40It's been too long.
00:24:42Welcome back, Sus.
00:24:43I came back just for you.
00:24:46Oh, there's so much...
00:24:47Hey.
00:24:49Susie, this is my wife, Mia.
00:24:53Mia, this is Susie, an old friend of mine.
00:24:56So, you're the one Joshua had to marry.
00:25:00Oh, Susie, that's enough.
00:25:03Joshua and I have a special bond, you know?
00:25:07We've been friends since, like, forever.
00:25:11He means a lot to me.
00:25:12I want him to be happy.
00:25:14I think we all want that.
00:25:16Do you?
00:25:17Joshua and I talk often over the phone.
00:25:20He confides in me.
00:25:22I'm one of the few he truly trusts.
00:25:24He mentioned he was quite unhappy about the marriage.
00:25:28Right.
00:25:29Well, it seems like you two have a lot to catch up on.
00:25:32I'll leave you to it.
00:25:39Susie, why would you say those things?
00:25:43I told you I had doubts before the wedding, not since then.
00:25:46Joshua, you're clearly unhappy.
00:25:49I was just speaking up for you.
00:25:51I don't need you to look out for me.
00:25:54I'm sorry.
00:25:56I just...
00:25:58I was trying to help, since you clearly didn't want the marriage.
00:26:04I don't mind it, though.
00:26:06Do you like her?
00:26:08She's fine.
00:26:11This means I still have a chance.
00:26:14Joshua, if I had stayed by your side, you never would have had to marry a complete stranger like me and Gerber.
00:26:23I'm sure it hasn't been pleasant.
00:26:25Now that I'm back, you can always talk to me.
00:26:29Susie, you're a great friend.
00:26:31Of course.
00:26:33I'll always be there for you.
00:26:41How's it going?
00:26:44It's this marriage.
00:26:46It's Joshua. He's like a shadow.
00:26:48He's always there, but never really close.
00:26:53You deserve someone who can give you all the love and appreciation you need.
00:26:57Remember, if you ever need anything, I'm here.
00:27:02Thank you, Noah.
00:27:05How could I live without you?
00:27:10I can't live without you.
00:27:24How could I live without you?
00:27:27I'd do everything to protect you, Mia.
00:27:42Joshua!
00:27:45Joshua!
00:27:48Joshua!
00:27:52We can't be like this forever. We have to talk.
00:27:57Why don't you talk to Noah?
00:28:00Seems like you have plenty to say to him.
00:28:02I don't even know what that means.
00:28:04There's nothing between Noah and me.
00:28:06You and Susie, on the other hand.
00:28:08What?
00:28:10Whatever you think, I don't care.
00:28:22What's he doing here?
00:28:25Look, I'm here to deliver some documents to Mia.
00:28:38And if you ever hurt her, just know that I will protect her at all costs.
00:28:43And what exactly have you done?
00:28:46Just know that I will protect her at all costs.
00:28:49And what exactly have you done to protect her?
00:28:52Seems like all talk but no action.
00:28:54What are you two doing?
00:28:58What's going on here? Joshua, why are you acting so irrational?
00:29:01This is ridiculous! You invite him into our house just to talk to him?
00:29:04I didn't invite... Joshua!
00:29:07I'm sorry, Mia. I didn't mean to cause any rift between you two. It wasn't my intention.
00:29:11It's fine. Why are you here?
00:29:13I'm here to protect you and the company.
00:29:16I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare.
00:29:22Is that Dwayne?
00:29:24And the CEO of Melody Healthcare.
00:29:31This plan is our game changer.
00:29:34What about Melody Healthcare? They're our biggest rival.
00:29:37They're going in a completely different direction. We're way ahead of them.
00:29:42And how do you know that?
00:29:44The CEO approached me the other day.
00:29:47He tried to get some information from me but I flipped it and got some information from him.
00:29:51Like I'd betray my own company. He'd be a fool to think that.
00:29:54Right. Of course, Dwayne. Let's go ahead with the plan.
00:30:05See? He's fine.
00:30:07I don't know. There's something strange about him.
00:30:10I can't put my finger on it, but just keep your eyes open, okay?
00:30:15I will.
00:30:19Mia suspected, but I made her trust me now.
00:30:23Let's go ahead and move forward with the plan.
00:30:27Excellent. Once we execute the strategy, the Gerbers will be blindsided.
00:30:33Melody Healthcare will be the number one.
00:30:36Mia Gerber will be out of the company and I'll be the number one.
00:30:48How did they get ahead of us?
00:30:50This was our strategy. Where's Dwayne?
00:30:53He's outside.
00:31:06Melody Healthcare just announced their new AI-generated online psychiatric care.
00:31:11The similarity of the details to ours is uncanny.
00:31:17I don't know. We kept everything under wraps.
00:31:21They must have developed this independently.
00:31:24Mia, you're just too young. You're not experienced enough in this business world.
00:31:28This stuff happens.
00:31:30I'm experienced enough to know that this is not a coincidence.
00:31:34And I don't need you to tell me what I do and do not know.
00:31:38You can leave.
00:31:53Why do you look so sullen all the time? It doesn't look good on you.
00:31:58Wow. Thanks for the comfort.
00:32:05Damn it. Why did I have to say that like that?
00:32:11Ms. Gerber, an emergency board meeting has been called.
00:32:14What?
00:32:21We need to talk about the leadership of this company.
00:32:25It is clear that Mia's recent decisions, well, they've been questionable.
00:32:34Acquiring Catherine Finley's hospital was a big misstep.
00:32:39Now Melody's Healthcare is outpacing us.
00:32:42Mia, I'm sorry, but you're too young and inexperienced to be in this role.
00:32:48I believe under my leadership, our profits have already increased by 20% compared to last year.
00:32:54That's due to the overall market trend, not because of your leadership.
00:33:00My strategies have been more than effective.
00:33:03The Finley acquisition has potential long-term benefits, and our growth, by the way, is not just a fluke.
00:33:10This company, this board needs a leader with experience and vision, not someone learning on a job.
00:33:17As a senior VP, on behalf of all the employees with Gerber Corporation, we support Mia.
00:33:23I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare to undermine the company.
00:33:30I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare to undermine the company.
00:33:38What is this? What are you doing?
00:33:40These are communications between Dwayne and Melody Healthcare. He leaked our strategy.
00:33:49You're fired, Dwayne. Effective immediately.
00:33:51I've been with you since you founded the company. All these years, I'm never the CEO, but you give it to your daughter?
00:33:57I've always known you were ambitious, but I never thought you would stoop this low.
00:34:01Your lack of trustworthiness is why you were never CEO.
00:34:06We built this company on integrity and trust. Values you clearly lack.
00:34:13Security, escort Mr. Kaiser out.
00:34:17Wait, D-
00:34:28Mia, we're so proud of you. You really handled the crisis well.
00:34:34You truly are a Gerber.
00:34:40Noah, I can't thank you enough.
00:34:42Of course. You know I'd do anything for you.
00:34:45You know, I never asked, but how did you get your hands on those documents?
00:34:50It all started with an anonymous tip.
00:34:53Someone delivered photos of Dwayne meeting with the owner of Melody Healthcare, and I intercepted the tip.
00:35:01This is your schedule for the week.
00:35:03And what's this?
00:35:04Um, seems to be about Mr. Kaiser.
00:35:07Okay, I'll take that too. Thanks.
00:35:19Anonymous. Who would do that?
00:35:22I don't know, but the photos led me to dig deeper, and eventually I found clear evidence of his betrayal.
00:35:30Can I see the photos?
00:35:38I think I might know who's behind this, but I need to confirm.
00:35:46Ethan, I need to talk to you about these photos.
00:35:49Is this you? In the reflection? Were you following Dwayne?
00:35:53Yeah, it's me. Joshua asked me to keep an eye on Dwayne.
00:35:57He's had his suspicions about Dwayne's loyalty for a while. We then delivered the photos.
00:36:03Mr. Lane, what a surprise.
00:36:07Should I tell Ms. Lane you're here?
00:36:08No need to.
00:36:13Why couldn't Joshua just tell me about his suspicions?
00:36:16Joshua's a... he's a complicated man. He means well, but he struggles with expressing himself.
00:36:23He's never gone through such steps for anyone before, Mia. This must mean he cares about you.
00:36:29He could just talk to me next time.
00:36:31Well, Joshua has his ways. He might not show it, but he cares deeply.
00:36:37I just ask that you... don't hurt him.
00:36:41I heard it.
00:36:42Come on.
00:36:45You're a loyal friend, Ethan.
00:36:54Joshua, I need to talk to you. It's about Dwayne Kaiser and Melody Healthcare.
00:36:59What about it?
00:37:01I know you sent Ethan to follow Dwayne. Why didn't you just talk to me?
00:37:05It just seemed like the best course of action at the time.
00:37:07Joshua, is there more to this marriage than the alliance? Did you do it because...
00:37:13No, no. It's nothing like that. I just couldn't have my wife being voted out as CEO on paper. It would look bad for me.
00:37:20So it's all about appearances?
00:37:22Yes, Mia. It's all it ever is. We agreed to a business arrangement.
00:37:27Joshua, I'm so tired of this. Of living in a fantasy where I never actually get to know you.
00:37:34I'm more than just a tool for business advancement or keeping up appearances.
00:37:42I want a divorce.
00:37:46I want a divorce.
00:37:51You sure about this?
00:37:54I deserve something real in my life, Joshua. Not this... facade.
00:38:00I deserve to be more than just a business arrangement in somebody's life. I want genuine happiness.
00:38:07I understand. If that's what you want.
00:38:14Joshua, please.
00:38:18Let's proceed with the divorce.
00:38:30Divorce
00:38:46Damn.
00:38:48Ugh.
00:38:59Joshua, what are you doing to yourself?
00:39:02Mia. Mia? Mia, don't leave. Don't leave.
00:39:07You're drunk. Please, help me take him to his car.
00:39:11No.
00:39:13I'll take him to my place. He shouldn't be alone.
00:39:17Okay.
00:39:19Let's go.
00:39:29Mia.
00:39:31Mia.
00:39:39Morning, Josh. Here, drink this. You've had quite a night.
00:39:45Susie.
00:39:48Where am I?
00:39:49This is my apartment. Nothing bad happened. I also drove your car back here.
00:39:55How did I get here?
00:39:57You were really drunk. I didn't think you should be alone. Josh, what happened?
00:40:04It's over between me and Mia. We're getting a divorce.
00:40:08Josh.
00:40:14Maybe it was never meant to be.
00:40:17You deserve someone who understands and loves you.
00:40:38No, I can't do this, Susie.
00:40:41Why? I have always loved you. Now that you and Mia are getting a divorce, we can finally be together.
00:40:49Susie, you are a dear friend and like a little sister. It can't be anything more. I'm sorry.
00:40:59Do you really love that Mia Gerber?
00:41:03Uh...
00:41:06Yes, Susie. As a matter of fact, I do.
00:41:10I need to go tell her. Now.
00:41:33Your call is being forwarded to an automated voice mail.
00:41:55Noah, hey. I've decided to divorce Joshua.
00:42:00Are you okay?
00:42:01I'm fine. It's just... It's for the best.
00:42:05There's something I need to tell you.
00:42:08Sorry. It's the hospital. Hello?
00:42:12What? What happened? Is he okay?
00:42:16Okay, yeah. I'll be right there.
00:42:19What's wrong?
00:42:20It's Joshua. He's been in an accident.
00:42:23Excuse me. Excuse me. I'm here for Joshua Lane.
00:42:34Joshua.
00:42:37Miss Gerber?
00:42:38Yeah.
00:42:39We found that Mr. Lane was attempting to call you when the accident occurred.
00:42:44It's all my fault.
00:42:46It was nobody's fault. It was an accident.
00:42:49But right now, he needs you.
00:42:52Do your best to help him wake up, will you?
00:42:56I won't leave you, Joshua.
00:43:02You remember that suit you made me?
00:43:05That meant the world to me.
00:43:08Whenever you get back, I want you to wear it.
00:43:12That meant the world to me.
00:43:15Whenever you get better, I'm going to make you that suit.
00:43:21Because I know it was your mom's recipe.
00:43:24It was those little moments with you.
00:43:27You know, whenever we would wake up and come out of our rooms and see each other in the morning,
00:43:34sometimes that was the happiest part of my day.
00:43:42Please come back to me.
00:43:48This is all your fault, Mia.
00:43:51You drove him to this.
00:43:53You hurt him.
00:43:55And now, look what's happened to him.
00:44:04Mia, we have a problem.
00:44:07Eleanor and Alex are plotting something.
00:44:10Eleanor and Alex are plotting to make Alex the new CEO while Joshua is in a coma.
00:44:14Now even Joshua's father has been convinced.
00:44:16So they're using Joshua's condition to their advantage.
00:44:19I won't stand for it.
00:44:21What's the plan?
00:44:22I'm meeting with Mr. Lang.
00:44:24He's a key shareholder of Lane Holdings.
00:44:26His voice can sway their mind.
00:44:30Thank you for agreeing to meet me on such short notice, Mr. Lang.
00:44:33I've always been curious about the famous Mia Gerber.
00:44:36After all, you're the one who led Gerber Corporation to the next level.
00:44:39You're too kind.
00:44:40I'm merely stating a fact.
00:44:42Not everyone in the second generation is as capable as you.
00:44:46So, tell me, why do you want to see me?
00:44:50Is it about Alex being the new CEO?
00:44:53You're a wise man, Mr. Lang.
00:44:55Joshua's vision has been the driving force behind Lane Holdings.
00:45:00We cannot allow Alex to derail that.
00:45:02I can't do anything at this time.
00:45:04Joshua is out of commission.
00:45:06It's best to have someone lead the company.
00:45:09Gerald is not in good health after his stroke.
00:45:13Alex is the only choice.
00:45:15And what if I told you there's another choice?
00:45:21And what if I told you there's another choice?
00:45:25I can be the interim CEO of Lane Holdings as Joshua's legal wife.
00:45:30I can uphold his legacy and, as you mentioned before,
00:45:33I'm a very capable CEO in my own right.
00:45:36Your vote, of course, is crucial, but more than anything,
00:45:40people trust your judgment.
00:45:42If you choose to have faith in me, others will follow.
00:45:45And I promise, I won't disappoint.
00:45:49Can you run two companies at the same time?
00:45:52I have a very capable team over at Gerber Corporation.
00:45:55They'll keep things running smoothly, even if I'm not there full-time.
00:45:58I'll devote my time to Lane Holdings until Joshua gets better.
00:46:03What if he doesn't?
00:46:05He will.
00:46:07I admire your tenacity. I'll do what I can.
00:46:11Thank you, Mr. Lane.
00:46:29I'll fight for you, Joshua.
00:46:33You did the same for me.
00:46:38I won't let you down.
00:46:46Given Joshua's current condition,
00:46:48I propose Mia Gerber as the interim CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:46:53Mia Gerber? She's from a different company.
00:46:56How is she even qualified?
00:46:58Mia is Joshua's wife, the legal heir.
00:47:01She's proven her capabilities with Gerber Corporation.
00:47:04Combining the strengths of both companies under her leadership
00:47:07will only make Lane Holdings strong.
00:47:09This is absurd.
00:47:11Mia is practically a stranger to our company's operations.
00:47:15While I appreciate your concerns,
00:47:18I think my track record speaks for itself.
00:47:21And unlike Alex here, who has had his hand in multiple,
00:47:24questionable business dealings,
00:47:27I offer a clean slate and a fresh perspective.
00:47:31I agree with Mr. Lane.
00:47:33Mia's appointment as interim CEO is the best course of action for now.
00:47:38But Dad!
00:47:39Stop, Alex.
00:47:45Joshua, I hope you're proud.
00:47:51Let's go.
00:47:53You think you can take over with no consequences, Mia?
00:47:56I'm gonna make her pay.
00:48:00You won't be touching her.
00:48:02Who the fuck are you?
00:48:08Dammit, she's caught! Take care of her!
00:48:19See the security camera?
00:48:21I'm gonna get the footage.
00:48:22And if you ever try and hurt Mia again, I'll call the police.
00:48:25You'll never become a CEO of Lane Holdings. Ever!
00:48:29Goddammit!
00:48:41Thanks.
00:48:49Noah, what happened?
00:48:50Don't worry, I'm fine.
00:48:53You're not fine, you're bleeding.
00:48:59Are you okay?
00:49:03Thanks, but the reason I came over was because I wanted to finish our conversation before...
00:49:08Mrs. Lane, it's Mr. Lane. He's waking up from the coma.
00:49:15I have to go to the hospital.
00:49:17I just want to tell you something important.
00:49:18No, nothing's more important than Joshua right now.
00:49:23Joshua, Joshua, Joshua. Always fucking Joshua.
00:49:31When you wake up, we can be together.
00:49:36Mia doesn't deserve you.
00:49:39But you and I, we're meant to be.
00:49:47Mia.
00:49:49Joshua, you're awake.
00:49:53Mia.
00:49:56Excuse me, miss.
00:49:59Mr. Lane?
00:50:02Mr. Lane?
00:50:03Mia.
00:50:05Can you hear me, sir?
00:50:06Mia.
00:50:07Call his wife, Mia Gerber, immediately.
00:50:09Mr. Lane, I need you to concentrate for me. Do you remember what day it is?
00:50:14Mia.
00:50:15Yes, we're getting your wife right now, sir.
00:50:22Joshua.
00:50:24I'm sorry, this is all my fault.
00:50:26No, Mia.
00:50:28Don't blame yourself.
00:50:30It's a price I was willing to pay.
00:50:32You got hurt because of me.
00:50:34Mia, listen to me.
00:50:39I'm sorry for all the pain I caused you.
00:50:42For not being honest about my feelings.
00:50:46I was afraid to admit it.
00:50:48Even to myself.
00:50:50I can't hide it anymore.
00:50:52I love you, Mia.
00:50:55I never thought I'd hear you say those words.
00:50:59You should have said them sooner.
00:51:02I love you too, Joshua.
00:51:23Noah Bellini.
00:51:25Drinking alone?
00:51:26What do you want, Wayne?
00:51:28Just to talk.
00:51:29You are underappreciated, Noah.
00:51:34Maybe we could help each other out.
00:51:42Thank you for standing up for me while I was out.
00:51:47I'm sorry.
00:51:49I'm sorry.
00:51:50I was out.
00:51:52I heard you managed as interim CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:51:55I handled things.
00:51:57I actually have a business meeting later today with a potential partner.
00:52:01Who's the partner?
00:52:03Kevin Katz.
00:52:06He's a key player in the industry.
00:52:09Katz?
00:52:10He's notorious for being handsy with business partners.
00:52:14I don't like the idea of you two being alone.
00:52:17I can handle Katz.
00:52:18I've dealt with worse.
00:52:20Just be careful, alright?
00:52:22I will.
00:52:27I promise.
00:52:31Alright.
00:52:33I gotta go.
00:52:34Love you.
00:52:43So our collaboration will be mutually beneficial,
00:52:45especially when expanding into new markets.
00:52:48Absolutely, Mia.
00:52:50I've always admired Lane Holdings.
00:52:52Now with you at the helm,
00:52:54perhaps we can find ways to make our partnership more enjoyable.
00:53:01Mr. Katz, let's keep this strictly professional.
00:53:05Oh, come on, Mia.
00:53:07Don't be such a prude.
00:53:09Business is more fun when there's a personal touch.
00:53:16Don't you agree?
00:53:20I will not be doing business with people who cannot respect personal boundaries.
00:53:24You'll regret this, bitch.
00:53:27I could ruin Lane Holdings' reputation.
00:53:32Now you have one last chance.
00:53:38That's for being a disgusting pig.
00:53:46Hey.
00:53:48How'd the meeting go?
00:53:52Let's just say Kevin Katz won't be bothering us anymore.
00:53:55What did he do?
00:53:57I handled it.
00:53:59Okay?
00:54:01Let's just focus on getting you better and back in charge.
00:54:05Can I get you some water?
00:54:16Ethan, get the bodyguard and meet me downstairs.
00:54:19I can't explain right now, just do it.
00:54:26Where's Joshua?
00:54:28Mr. Lane checked out.
00:54:30He insisted he was well enough to leave.
00:54:32No, he's not fully recovered yet.
00:54:38What are you trying to do?
00:54:40Teach you a lesson that you can't touch Joshua Lane's son.
00:54:42What are you trying to do?
00:54:44Teach you a lesson that you can't touch Joshua Lane's woman.
00:54:53You can't do this.
00:54:55Lane, I can sue you and you'll end up in jail.
00:54:59This is you, Mr. Katz, doing something quite illegal.
00:55:03I must say, your taste is really reprehensible.
00:55:07You can't sue me.
00:55:09It was a long time ago.
00:55:10If I can still release the video, you'll lose everything.
00:55:14In fact, just it.
00:55:17The victim's identity was protected and they'll be set for the rest of their life.
00:55:22You!
00:55:23If you so much as speak a word about me or me, I'll make sure you wish you weren't born.
00:55:34Where were you? I was worried sick.
00:55:36I had to take care of something.
00:55:38About Katz.
00:55:40I told you I handled it. I can take care of myself.
00:55:43I won't allow anyone laying their hands on you.
00:55:45Still, it's so reckless.
00:55:50It's okay now.
00:55:52You handled it?
00:55:53Yeah.
00:55:54I'm flattered by the jealousy.
00:55:58I really do love you, Joshua.
00:56:02I love you too, Mia.
00:56:06I have a surprise for you.
00:56:17I made something for you.
00:56:19What's this?
00:56:21It's your mom's recipe.
00:56:23I found it in a cookbook in the library.
00:56:29I can't believe you made this.
00:56:31I thought it might bring you some comfort.
00:56:34This...
00:56:37This is exactly how she used to make it.
00:56:40How'd you get it so right?
00:56:42I may have had some help from the internet.
00:56:44And about 50 practice runs.
00:56:50You're just the best.
00:56:56We have a plan that could shift the balance of the world.
00:57:00We have a plan that could shift the balance of power in our favor.
00:57:06Our plan didn't overthrow Mia Gerber and the Gerber Corporation.
00:57:10But this time, we will.
00:57:13I just... I don't want Mia to lose everything.
00:57:16I promise you, she won't.
00:57:18With the Gerber family's fortune, Mia's set for life.
00:57:22She just won't be the CEO anymore.
00:57:25Think about this.
00:57:26Think about this.
00:57:28With the Gerber family out of practice,
00:57:30Lane Holdings, they won't partner with them.
00:57:33Joshua Lane will probably divorce Mia because she's no use to him.
00:57:38Mia could finally be yours.
00:57:40Here's the plan.
00:57:42We target Gerber Corporation's medical device supplier network.
00:57:46This roughly will cause significant issues in the hospital and psychiatric care units.
00:57:52How do we proceed?
00:57:53Melody Healthcare has insiders inside their supply chain.
00:57:57We'll start by creating delays and quality issues.
00:58:01The fallout will be immediate and devastating.
00:58:04The resources stretch so thin, they won't even see us coming.
00:58:15Congratulations on your recovery, Joshua.
00:58:18It's good to see you up and about.
00:58:20Thanks for coming.
00:58:21And thank you for being there for me during the coma.
00:58:26It means a lot.
00:58:28But it didn't matter, did it?
00:58:31In the end, only Mia matters to you.
00:58:35Susie, you'll always matter to me.
00:58:39But, yes, I love Mia.
00:58:43I'll always love you too, but as a friend.
00:58:47That's not going to be enough for me.
00:58:49It's time for me to live my own life.
00:58:52That's why I'm here.
00:58:54To say goodbye.
00:58:56Um, what's your plan?
00:58:59I'm helping out my dad with our family company.
00:59:02Harper Medical Devices.
00:59:05That's Gerber Corporation's biggest supplier, right?
00:59:08Yeah.
00:59:10Susie, you wouldn't...
00:59:12Don't worry, Joshua. We're not going to do anything to Mia.
00:59:15I'm focusing on my own path now.
00:59:19Goodbye, Joshua.
00:59:22Goodbye.
00:59:35Why are there so many cancelled contracts with Gerber Corporation?
00:59:39Hey.
00:59:41You haven't noticed any suppliers backing out of deals with Gerber Corporation?
00:59:47There are rumors someone's been persuading them to cut ties with the Gerbers.
01:00:02Hello?
01:00:06What do you mean they've stopped supplying to us?
01:00:17Noah.
01:00:19The suppliers are backing out for no reason.
01:00:22It's a competitive market, Mia.
01:00:24Yeah, but this feels coordinated. Isn't that unusual?
01:00:27Yeah, it is. I'm going to look into it.
01:00:31Hey, are you okay?
01:00:33Yeah, I'm fine. Just busy.
01:00:35Don't worry about me.
01:00:37Okay.
01:00:47You look like you've been through a war zone. What happened?
01:00:51It's the supplier crisis.
01:00:53The situation's worse than I thought.
01:00:58I don't know what to do, Joshua.
01:01:03We'll get through this. Together.
01:01:05Together.
01:01:15Thank you all for coming.
01:01:17We understand your concerns, and we're prepared to increase profits to maintain our partnerships.
01:01:24Now, the offer looks good.
01:01:26But we heard some rumors of internal issues within the Gerber Corporation company involving a higher level.
01:01:33Let me assure you, Gerber Corporation is as strong as ever. These rumors are unfounded.
01:01:53You're right. There are gaps in Noah's whereabouts.
01:01:57Keep digging, Ethan. We need concrete evidence.
01:02:03Mia, Noah might be involved with the issues at the company.
01:02:07There's no way. He's very loyal to the company.
01:02:11Although he has been acting weird lately.
01:02:14Have you ever considered he might have feelings for you?
01:02:17No.
01:02:18Have you ever considered he might have feelings for you?
01:02:21I mean, feelings make us do things.
01:02:24No. Noah's a brother to me. He's never even said anything remotely romantic.
01:02:30Actions speak louder than words.
01:02:33I mean, sure, he's supportive and caring, but that's just Noah being Noah.
01:02:38I really don't think there's anything more to it.
01:02:41Sometimes the people closest to us surprise us the most.
01:02:46Hey, just wanted to check in. We haven't had any time to talk lately.
01:02:51I've been good. I've just been busy dealing with the supplier crisis.
01:02:54I know, and I'm really grateful for you. You've done so much.
01:02:58I never wanted you to be burdened. I care too much about you.
01:03:06Hey, uh, I have a question.
01:03:09You don't secretly have feelings for me, do you?
01:03:18What if I do?
01:03:20Oh, um, really?
01:03:26I've put this off for too long, and I need to tell you now.
01:03:33I'm sorry.
01:03:34I've put this off for too long, and I need to tell you now.
01:03:39I've loved you since the first time I met you.
01:03:45I still remember that day like it was yesterday.
01:03:48We were just starting college and came to visit the office during summer break.
01:03:53We wore a blue dress and looked like a princess.
01:03:57I was just starting off the company, and I come from a humble background, so
01:04:01I never thought I could be with someone like you. Not anymore.
01:04:07I'm stronger. I'm working.
01:04:11I know we should be together, Mia.
01:04:15Noah.
01:04:20I've really only ever seen you as a friend.
01:04:26It's because Joshua's done things for you.
01:04:28Joshua's done things for you. I've done more.
01:04:31No. I love him, okay? We understand each other.
01:04:36Because you're both born with silver spoons in your mouth and I wasn't?
01:04:40You know it's not that. I just, I have a really strong feeling about him. I'm...
01:04:47Just not for me.
01:04:50Noah, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to lead you on, and it wasn't my intention to hurt you.
01:04:59It's okay.
01:05:03I understand.
01:05:06Just needed to hear it from you.
01:05:09I know.
01:05:14Dwayne, double down on the plan. There's no going back now.
01:05:20Noah.
01:05:23What brings you here?
01:05:25I think it's time for your company to reconsider its partnership with Gerber.
01:05:28I'm not sure what you're implying.
01:05:30It's simple. Harper Medical Devices is the biggest supplier for Gerber Corporation.
01:05:35If you cut ties with Gerber, it'll deal a critical blow to them.
01:05:40So...
01:05:42What's the plan?
01:05:43If you cut ties with Gerber, it'll deal a critical blow to them.
01:05:48So, you're the one behind the scheme.
01:05:53Why would I go along with it?
01:05:56The question is, why wouldn't you? You and I are alike, Susie.
01:06:00We both love people who don't love us back.
01:06:03I've already let it go.
01:06:05Why let it go when you still have a chance?
01:06:08If me and the Gerber family are out of the company, the Lean family won the business alliance,
01:06:13Joshua and Mia will get divorced,
01:06:16and you and I can finally be with them.
01:06:22Join me.
01:06:24Together we can make sure we aren't ignored anymore.
01:06:30So, Mia, we've heard Smart Suppliers are terminating contracts.
01:06:34Trust me, we have the situation under control.
01:06:37That's not what I heard. The rumor is Harper Medical Devices is pulling out.
01:06:42How do you explain this?
01:06:44I assure you we're addressing the concerns, but our relationship with our suppliers has never been stronger.
01:06:50As one of the largest shareholders, I have complete faith in Mia's leadership.
01:06:54These rumors are just that, rumors.
01:06:56Rumors.
01:07:03The rumor was right.
01:07:05Harper Medical Devices decided to terminate the contract with us.
01:07:09But there's still hope.
01:07:11I've convinced Harper to continue their partnership with us.
01:07:15But only if I become the new CEO.
01:07:18It's time for a change in leadership.
01:07:21Someone who can steer this company in the right direction.
01:07:23So I've brought Susie Harper with me, the acting CEO of Harper Medical Devices.
01:07:30Susie will tell you all that she would like Mia Gerber to resign.
01:07:37Actually, I think there's been a misunderstanding.
01:07:41Harper Medical Devices never intended to terminate our contracts with Gerber Corporation.
01:07:46Any rumor suggesting otherwise is false.
01:07:48Furthermore, I believe in Mia's leadership and the direction that she's taking this company.
01:07:55Thank you, Susie.
01:07:57I owe you a big one.
01:07:59You don't owe me anything.
01:08:01I just want Joshua and the person he loves to be happy.
01:08:06Promise me.
01:08:08Never hurt him.
01:08:12And I have evidence that Noah Boulani has been conspiring against me.
01:08:16And I have evidence that Noah Boulani has been conspiring with former ousted executive Dwayne Kaiser to sabotage the company.
01:08:25Mr. Boulani, your actions have endangered the company and everybody in it.
01:08:31You're therefore terminated immediately.
01:08:47It's quite the view.
01:08:54I thought a lot about what happened.
01:08:57And I wanted to say sorry.
01:09:00I should have been clearer.
01:09:02I didn't mean to lead you on.
01:09:05I was wrong.
01:09:07I was wrong.
01:09:09I was wrong.
01:09:11I was wrong.
01:09:13I was wrong.
01:09:15I was lost, Mia.
01:09:17My actions.
01:09:19My obsession.
01:09:22I'm sorry for everything.
01:09:27We both made mistakes.
01:09:29I'm just glad we can put it all behind us.
01:09:34You were a good friend, Noah.
01:09:37You were more than a friend to me, Mia.
01:09:40I've learned to let go.
01:09:45I just want you to be happy.
01:09:49I am.
01:09:52I hope you find your happiness too.
01:09:56Take care, Noah.
01:10:00You too.
01:10:15We are gathered here today to witness the reaffirmation of vows between Mia and Joshua Lane.
01:10:26Joshua, our marriage was out of necessity, but you've become my partner, my rock, my best friend.
01:10:36Mia, you've given me the gift of a real family.
01:10:39I will vow to cherish and love you forever.
01:10:41I will vow to cherish and love you forever.
01:10:45This is just the beginning of our forever.
01:11:11This is just the beginning of our forever.