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