02-11 Bound by Destiny (Tied-By-Fate) Full Short Drama RR
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00:00:00Macallan. Neat.
00:00:21Marriage. Suffocating.
00:00:26Tell me about it. Sounds like you've got something you want
00:00:31to say. Family pressures, right?
00:00:36Want to talk? My family have been on my case for years.
00:00:46It's like they have already chosen my future spouse.
00:00:53My family wants to plan my entire life. I'm James. James Thurnair, by the way.
00:01:06I'm Mia. Pleasure to meet you. To our endless battle.
00:01:17And my new comrade. James, right? Fancy seeing you here again.
00:01:36Mia, it must be fate. Or you just come here a little too often.
00:01:44Scotch. Neat. Got it.
00:01:48How are things going on your end? My mom calls me every single day to see if
00:01:56I'm bringing someone home for Thanksgiving dinner.
00:01:59And what was your response? I said yes just to stop her calls, but I
00:02:06don't think there's anyone. You?
00:02:10My parents are obsessed with my kids, even though I'm still single.
00:02:14Scotch, please.
00:02:24Here. To our endless battle.
00:02:28Mia, I've been thinking. Why don't we help each other out here?
00:02:52What do you mean? Maybe we can do the plus one for each other
00:02:57so our families will stop pushing us. Fake boyfriend? Interesting.
00:03:04Only once. And we can be free for a long time.
00:03:09It's not what I usually do, but maybe it's exactly what I need right now.
00:03:16This night is just getting more interesting. Sounds like the craziest night I've ever had.
00:03:22Not yet. Wait till Thanksgiving.
00:03:25Okay, boyfriend. Why don't you introduce yourself a bit?
00:03:30Well, I own a real estate company. We work with many partners on their projects.
00:03:36You sure look like a boss. The Scotch gives it away.
00:03:40Alright, enough about me. Tell me something about yourself.
00:03:44Well, I'm an artist and a gallery owner. Not to show off, but you've probably seen
00:03:51a lot of my work around Manhattan already.
00:03:55Wait, are you Mia Davis? That Mia Davis?
00:03:59In the flesh, darling.
00:04:07I understand the emergence, but this is not how negotiation works.
00:04:11I need this to be done in three days. Our investors are not going to wait for us.
00:04:16Anderson, I assure you we are doing everything we can.
00:04:21I trust you because you are the best I've got.
00:04:24We won't let you down.
00:04:46Hey there.
00:04:56Mia, what a pleasant surprise. How did you have time to call me today?
00:05:01Is this a bad time? You sound like you've had a rough day.
00:05:05It was one of those days.
00:05:07Well, sounds like you could use a break. How about a drink to unwind later?
00:05:14Let me check.
00:05:17Yeah, I can really use that. I'll meet you at the same bar.
00:05:30Knowing my mom, she'll definitely want you to stay over.
00:05:33So we'll probably spend three days in one bedroom.
00:05:37After that, we'll be free to go back to our regular lives.
00:05:41Sounds like a plan.
00:05:52Here we go, James. Remember, we're a couple, deeply in love.
00:05:57Got it.
00:06:03Mom, I'm home!
00:06:06Mia!
00:06:09It's been so long.
00:06:11Mom, this is James, my boyfriend.
00:06:14Pleasure to meet you, Mrs. Davis. Mia's told me so much about you.
00:06:17Please, call me Maria.
00:06:20Common name. Help yourself with some cookies before I finish dressing the turkey.
00:06:28So far, so good.
00:06:30Let's keep it up.
00:06:34You know, I'm actually enjoying this date.
00:06:37Me too. I feel like we're a real couple.
00:06:43So, you two, tell me how you met.
00:06:48Of course.
00:06:51So I was trying to book a cafe on the third avenue.
00:06:54You know, I was sitting alone, reading a chapter in Eugenics,
00:06:59and I think we were just striking up a conversation.
00:07:02Oh, how I miss you.
00:07:05I'm so happy you guys can get to know each other.
00:07:09It's been so long for me to get to talk about something so deep.
00:07:28Maria, your mom's here. What do we do?
00:07:42Quick, come in here.
00:07:49Come in.
00:07:54Good morning, lovebirds.
00:07:56I can see you had a lovely night.
00:07:59Stop it, mom. You're making it awkward.
00:08:02Look at you, all glowing.
00:08:08How's everything with my princess?
00:08:11Okay, I think the couple needs their alone time now.
00:08:16Okay, okay. Just don't take too long.
00:08:19And she'll let you get back to the city today.
00:08:27I have to say it was quite a play in your house.
00:08:32It was perfect. They all bought it.
00:08:35Remember how your mom almost caught us in the bedroom?
00:08:39My heart was about to jump out when I heard that knock.
00:08:43But we made it.
00:08:46So, has it been easier for you with your parents since our last visit?
00:08:51They just won't let the topic off you.
00:08:54Same here. But now, my mom won't stop asking me about the wedding.
00:08:59I'm going to lose my mind.
00:09:04Let's just share the night we have right now.
00:09:07While we still can.
00:09:10Mmm.
00:09:19You know, James, it's nights like these that really make me appreciate the simple things in life.
00:09:26I feel the same.
00:09:28I know there's beauty in commitment, but shouldn't it be our own life choice to make?
00:09:34Exactly.
00:09:36I'd rather cherish these moments with you and my friends.
00:09:41Telling me to rush into a life, raising kids in a house, and giving up all of my freedoms?
00:09:49No thank you.
00:09:54Wait.
00:09:56I have an idea.
00:09:59It might help both of us.
00:10:01I'm all ears.
00:10:04I'm thinking...
00:10:06What if we turn the tables on our families?
00:10:12I'm thinking...
00:10:14What if we turn the tables on our families?
00:10:18Please elaborate.
00:10:21What if we consider a contract marriage?
00:10:26A contract marriage?
00:10:28Yeah.
00:10:30Our families will be satisfied while we actually live a free life.
00:10:34We'll make a legal contract with...
00:10:36Maybe separate bedrooms?
00:10:38Financial terms and so on?
00:10:40Oh.
00:10:42No feelings should be included.
00:10:44This is huge.
00:10:46I need to think about it.
00:10:49I know.
00:10:51It's not something you do with the person who you just met.
00:10:54But think about this.
00:10:56A contract will satisfy our parents' expectations.
00:11:00So we can take control of our own lives without their interference.
00:11:04It's the perfect solution to our current dilemma.
00:11:07It's just...
00:11:09Like I said, love and marriage are not supposed to be contractual.
00:11:15They should be based on emotions and a connection that grows naturally.
00:11:22Get it, Mia. I do.
00:11:24But sometimes life doesn't follow our script.
00:11:26And we need to adapt to that.
00:11:28Our life won't change a bit.
00:11:30Just more freedom with this contract.
00:11:33But what about the no emotions term?
00:11:36Should we really cut off our feelings like that?
00:11:40It's necessary.
00:11:42We need to avoid the situation of falling in love with each other.
00:11:45It will make things difficult.
00:11:51You do make a good point.
00:11:54I do want to take control over my own destiny again.
00:11:59But we need to set boundaries.
00:12:02Conditions.
00:12:04We'll stick with friendship.
00:12:06Contractual partners.
00:12:09Agreed, Mia.
00:12:10I'll write the legal contract.
00:12:12And we should both be clear about all the terms.
00:12:15Oh, and one more thing, James.
00:12:17We need to keep our personal lives separate from all of this.
00:12:20We both continue to pursue our goals, passions, and relationships.
00:12:26Absolutely.
00:12:28Our contract won't affect any of our lives.
00:12:31We can make it done tomorrow.
00:12:33Follow our script, we'll take care of everything.
00:12:36Deal.
00:12:48I can't believe we're actually doing this.
00:12:52Yeah, we've got that far, Mia.
00:12:57Let's go through this contract together.
00:13:00Okay.
00:13:03Separate bedrooms.
00:13:07No feelings clause.
00:13:13And clear financial terms.
00:13:18Yep.
00:13:20We'll be committed to each other from now on.
00:13:44I still can't believe we did that.
00:13:48So, what's next?
00:13:51We'll tell our parents and make it official.
00:13:54I'll propose to you in your apartment and send pictures to our families.
00:13:59Oh, it's a lot to get done just to prove we're getting married.
00:14:04Yes, then we'll plan a wedding so everyone will buy it.
00:14:08It's all part of the plan.
00:14:12I really want to get this out of my head.
00:14:15Can we just get it over with so we can move on with our lives?
00:14:27Did you turn the camera on?
00:14:30Yeah, it's working.
00:14:36Mia, there is something I've been wanting to ask you tonight.
00:14:40Yes?
00:14:44Mia, will you marry me?
00:14:47Oh my God, James, yes!
00:14:54Oh my God!
00:15:10Oh my God!
00:15:18I can't believe we just did that.
00:15:21It's all part of the plan.
00:15:33This is our first big show on the stage.
00:15:37We have to make sure that we look like a happy couple in front of everyone.
00:15:45Of course, not a mistake is allowed tonight.
00:16:08Another successful play.
00:16:14It's getting harder for me to tell between all this and the truth.
00:16:18I know, but we have to stay firm.
00:16:23Focus on the bigger picture.
00:16:25Neither of us wants a real marriage right now.
00:16:28And we still have our wedding in two days.
00:16:33Let's get some rest. Good night.
00:16:38Good night.
00:16:55Mia, are you okay?
00:16:59Please, open up. Talk to me.
00:17:05I can't do this, James.
00:17:08At the wedding, I saw everyone's faces.
00:17:12They were so happy and blessed us with their whole hearts.
00:17:18I feel like I betrayed every one of them.
00:17:23But we are already here.
00:17:25There is no way of going back.
00:17:28I saw their faces. They believed in us.
00:17:33It was all a huge lie.
00:17:36I can't imagine what would happen if they found out the truth.
00:17:40It's not easy for me either.
00:17:43But we have to hang in there.
00:17:46We can't let them down right now.
00:17:56I just wish it didn't have to be like this.
00:18:00I wish that too, Mia. But I promise we can get through it.
00:18:05I promise.
00:18:26James, I have something that I want to say.
00:18:33Mia, we agreed.
00:18:37No feelings.
00:18:43I know, but...
00:18:47I don't know what to say.
00:18:52I know, but...
00:19:03Compliments of a friend.
00:19:07Please, enjoy your evening.
00:19:11James, what's this?
00:20:11James?
00:20:14Where are you?
00:20:17Right here, Mia. Is there any candle?
00:20:26James...
00:20:32So, any clue on that note?
00:20:41No.
00:20:48It's Mike.
00:20:53Hello?
00:20:55I hope you enjoyed the champagne I sent you. A gift to celebrate your fake wedding.
00:21:01Someone knows our secret. What should we do?
00:21:32You know, I've been thinking about the day we met.
00:21:37It feels like a lifetime ago.
00:21:44I know, and I'm glad that I met you.
00:21:47You're such a special woman, and I've never met anyone like you.
00:21:52You too. I'm glad I met a real gentleman.
00:22:05Even though it's a dramatic fake wedding, I'm happy to have you here with me.
00:22:12It's not a fairy tale. It's a bloody reality.
00:22:17But I still like it. It's our story.
00:22:41Beep.
00:22:48Beep.
00:22:52What's happening?
00:22:58We're stuck. What do we do? I need to be there on time.
00:23:05Let's call the building. They should come and fix this.
00:23:11Okay.
00:23:17There's no signal. We could be trapped in here for hours.
00:23:22We won't. Someone will notice the elevator went wrong and come to fix this.
00:23:28We just need to be patient.
00:23:35What's that for?
00:23:37Just to give us some strength. Friends can help too.
00:23:40Okay.
00:23:51I can't believe this is happening.
00:23:55Well, at least it's a short break from our complex life.
00:24:01You always find a way to be positive, don't you?
00:24:06James, what if people find out about our contract marriage?
00:24:11They'd be so disappointed.
00:24:15We're doing everything we can. So far, we did good. Everyone is happy.
00:24:22I just think about how far we've come.
00:24:26Since the day we met, there was the gala, the proposal, the wedding.
00:24:33And now blackmail? It's like an endless spy game.
00:24:39I know. But we're in this together. We chose this to take control of our life.
00:24:46And now we are tied together by fate. We are one.
00:24:54I suddenly feel so relieved.
00:24:57Maybe it's because I'm not alone anymore.
00:25:02I know. I always rush to my friends after a bad day. And here I am, with a dearest friend.
00:25:09And now maybe I can finally get some space from my mom, now that I'm busy with my new husband.
00:25:16Mine too. My mom called the other day. But when she saw you walk out from the bath, she hung up as soon as she could.
00:25:23But of course, she made fun of us.
00:25:27Or maybe next time I can show up even sexier, and then she can make fun of you some more.
00:25:33You're sexy now.
00:25:46Maybe we should talk about what just happened.
00:25:50The moment was...
00:25:52I enjoyed it. There's something I never thought I would say.
00:25:56But it's not what we expected. I thought we got into this to avoid marriage.
00:26:02Mia, I have to tell you. I don't want to lie to myself or to you anymore.
00:26:09I care about you more than I should. I don't want to hide my feelings and pretend nothing is there.
00:26:15I'm in love with you.
00:26:21I actually feel the exact same way.
00:26:28I can't stop thinking about you all the time.
00:26:32Although we got into this relationship to avoid affection, I'm glad that fate brought us together.
00:26:39Let's tell everyone the truth. I'm sure they'll understand.
00:26:43They'll be mad at first, but they'll be happy for us in the end.
00:26:47Our families will be shocked when they find out.
00:26:50I know, Mia, but it's time to set things right. It should be our priority right now.
00:27:10James, our parents aside, I'm really worried about that blackmail that we received at the bar.
00:27:17Who would be so interested in our personal matters?
00:27:21Mia, I have no idea, but I hired an investigator. I hope she can bring me some valuable information.
00:27:28I have a feeling someone is watching us from the dark.
00:27:32We should have never gotten ourselves into this mess.
00:27:36This contract marriage was a stupid idea in hindsight, bringing us all of these unexpected problems.
00:27:43I chose this to live a better life, Mia.
00:27:53I'm sorry, James.
00:27:55It's Mia.
00:28:03And yet, I feel that life is worse under the pretense.
00:28:07We will get ourselves out of this situation.
00:28:10We'll find the right time to tell everyone the truth to our marriage, and we'll for sure catch the person hunting us.
00:28:26To be continued...
00:28:47Hello?
00:28:48Mr. Turner, it's time for you to decide.
00:28:50Mia's life depends on you. Don't bother. You won't recognize who I am.
00:28:56What matters is Mia. You have 24 hours to prepare 5 million dollars if you want to see her alive.
00:29:03Who are you and what do you want?
00:29:05That is not a question for me to answer. Just do as I said.
00:29:09I can't arrange that much money in such a short time.
00:29:13That's not my concern. Mr. Turner, you can't put a price on love, can you?
00:29:19I need to be sure she's okay. Let me talk to her.
00:29:22That won't be happening.
00:29:24I swear, if you dare to touch her, I will hunt you down and pull out your eyes myself.
00:29:38I don't know what to do, Scott. They're asking for 5 million in 24 hours. I can't lose her.
00:29:44We'll figure it out, James. I'll do everything I can.
00:29:48I can't lose Mia.
00:29:52I thought the relationship between you two was strictly based on the contract.
00:29:57We found each other the one we have been looking for our whole life.
00:30:01Oh, no. This was not meant to happen.
00:30:05I have to find her. I can't stand to see her in danger.
00:30:09We will. But who would commit such a horrible crime?
00:30:14Anyone raise a bell?
00:30:16Mia wouldn't hurt anyone. I can assure you. This has something to do with that blackmail we received.
00:30:24Blackmail?
00:30:26Someone has been stalking us. They know about the contract marriage and threaten to expose us.
00:30:32Whatever it takes, I will hunt this person down.
00:30:38Mark, please. I need your help. Mia's life is in danger.
00:30:43I wish I could, James. 5 million is a lot. I can't pull those resources in such a short time.
00:30:52David Mark, when it comes to your turn, I dropped a lot of things to help you. You're a fucking nuisance.
00:30:58I guess our business partnership has also come to an end.
00:31:08I might be able to cash this out.
00:31:18Thank you for calling CPM Bank. Mr. Turner, how can we help you today?
00:31:24I have a certificate of deposit with your bank. I want to cash it out immediately.
00:31:29I understand the urgency.
00:31:31I have a certificate of deposit with your bank. I want to cash it out immediately.
00:31:36I understand the urgency. Please give us a moment.
00:31:48Can you get money for me in an hour? It's for an urgent matter.
00:31:52Sure. Since this is a huge sum of money, I will be needing you to come over.
00:31:57I will be there in 20 minutes. Please get the cash ready by then.
00:32:01Yes, sir. I'll note it.
00:32:03Great.
00:32:19Is it ready?
00:32:21Yes. Give me the location.
00:32:23Done.
00:32:39I can't thank you enough for saving my life, James.
00:32:42Do anything to keep yourself. We're in this together.
00:32:49I thought I'd never see you again.
00:32:52I swear to you, I'll protect you with my life.
00:33:08I want to give you both an update.
00:33:10We are investigating the lead we got from the drop-off point.
00:33:14Our main focus is on tracking down the kidnappers and bringing them to justice.
00:33:22Thank you, detective. We appreciate your efforts.
00:33:31I'm so, so sorry about all of this, James.
00:33:37It's not your fault. We'll get through this.
00:33:41You.
00:33:51You.
00:34:05It's been a while since we had a peaceful room like this.
00:34:09Yeah. It's nice to get a break from all the chaos.
00:34:22Mia, you won't believe this.
00:34:26What is it?
00:34:29A company chose us to partner in a luxury project.
00:34:32They love my pitch.
00:34:34Oh my god, James. That's amazing.
00:34:38I'm going to call my employees to announce this news.
00:34:43And I'm going to tell them about it.
00:34:46I'm so excited.