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00:00:00And the winner in the category of emerging designers is Alara Designs.
00:00:16Come on girls, get ready to be on the runway. See you on the other side.
00:00:22I hope Luna's not trying to get into Daniel's cats again. I mean she can trust my designs
00:00:26enough to get her collection approved. I think she'd try to flirt with him anyway.
00:00:40This industry creates connections. Care to join me after? I'm not sure if I'm mixing
00:00:47business with pleasure Luna. Let's just focus on the runway for now yeah?
00:00:51This is getting ridiculous. Let's not let it ruin our designs. Let it be. Keep your
00:01:03friends close and your enemies closer. Maybe you should be the one making the advances towards it.
00:01:08Not again. Not here.
00:01:10I wonder why she can block me.
00:01:23Knock knock. You need to learn the proper etiquette for entering your boss's office
00:01:27you dumbass sit down. Well I thought we were long past formalities. Okay.
00:01:33Hey. What's up? What do you want? Nothing. Just seeing if you're the same old grumpy CEO or if
00:01:43reminiscing on the good old times is lighting your mood a little bit. I owe her a lot.
00:01:50You didn't betray her Damon. No but I shouldn't have kept my mouth shut.
00:01:55My father gave me hell back then for backing her. That misogynistic pig never let my mom
00:02:00pursue her dreams. He just wanted to take everything from any woman who ever outshone him.
00:02:05You gotta let go of this image of betrayal Damon.
00:02:09Doesn't matter. Does she know the truth? It's too late.
00:02:15You love her don't you? I destroyed her dreams mate. She wouldn't even want me saying her name.
00:02:23Well this should lighten your mood. Her work's been gaining a lot of international attention
00:02:34as of last night. Pretty sure Luna will be pulling some moves to hold her back.
00:02:40So I think it's high time you meant things and put her where she should be.
00:02:47Hey. What do you reckon? I reckon you should get out. I've got work to do. You're welcome.
00:03:17I'll see you at the Montigny, Damon. Is this your idea of an apology?
00:03:47Oh hi. I just got news that Damon Clark and Luna are hanging out at his place tonight.
00:04:06Let the news spread.
00:04:07May I ask who's the lucky one? Our new business partner. Who else would it be?
00:04:19Oh my god, Damon. That's huge. Yes it is. Actually, I tried calling you both.
00:04:26Have you done the designs that I requested for Damon's new clothing label?
00:04:29Oh yes, so sorry. They'll be ready this afternoon.
00:04:43You bitch. You sent my designs to Sky Trends. I always say I get rejected from them.
00:04:48I know. That's why I did it. So tell me the news.
00:04:52I didn't like my work, idiot.
00:04:55I knew it.
00:04:58But I'm going to have to do another whole year of experience before I can switch jobs.
00:05:03Or maybe you just need the right connection in the industry.
00:05:08No way. I'm not begging anyone.
00:05:09You can't deny Damon is one of the big names in the fashion industry.
00:05:14It's just a matter of a few calls for him. Besides, I think he likes you.
00:05:18What? You can't be serious.
00:05:22Oh, I am.
00:05:26I deserve that, I suppose.
00:05:28What are you talking about?
00:05:30The media channels you called. They're all under my watch.
00:05:37Why would I bother interfering in your affairs?
00:05:40Excuse me, Mr. Clark. Ms. Myers will see you in her office now.
00:05:57I had to cancel our dinner, so I thought I'd surprise you now.
00:06:01I knew you had an eye on me since the first time we met. Didn't you?
00:06:08What can I say? But I was hoping I could see the designs and maybe discuss them in person with the designer.
00:06:16Three is my lucky number.
00:06:25Can you come inside?
00:06:29And don't forget the designs.
00:06:36You know,
00:06:40everyone
00:06:41in the industry is jealous that we're dating.
00:06:50Are we?
00:06:52Don't toy with me.
00:06:54And you better too, as I say.
00:06:57Oh my god, I will come back later.
00:06:59Hey, it's fine.
00:07:01Maybe, you know, would you mind coming back in a second?
00:07:05Sure.
00:07:12Have a seat.
00:07:17Have a seat.
00:07:19I'm fine.
00:07:21That really wasn't what it looked like.
00:07:24Do I look that old?
00:07:26Excuse me?
00:07:27You mean you're trying to set me up with someone who's maybe, what, five years older than me?
00:07:31Not really my thing, Larry, you know that.
00:07:34Just check my designs and let me go.
00:07:37I didn't want to see your designs.
00:07:40There's something you should know.
00:07:41What?
00:07:43Well, Luna will never hire you as a senior designer.
00:07:47I mean, yeah, your work's getting some recognition,
00:07:49but you need tons more connections or at least a decent promotion to be anybody in this industry.
00:07:54And why are you telling me this?
00:07:57Look, I understand that you've had a lot of struggles to endure because of me.
00:08:04And all I'm trying to do is make amends.
00:08:07So this is your big apology, huh?
00:08:09Well, you're still the CEO of the fashion empire,
00:08:12and I'm just a shitty little designer.
00:08:13So thank you for changing absolutely nothing.
00:08:16So you still think I stole those designs?
00:08:19Okay, I am sorry for keeping my mouth shut to disable my reputation in this industry.
00:08:23That was wrong.
00:08:26You think I'm going to buy into all your stories again after all these years?
00:08:30I'll email you the designs.
00:08:33I think it's better we keep things strictly professional, don't you?
00:08:36Please?
00:08:38Always the fun of that.
00:08:43You need a partner that's going to take us to the next level.
00:08:47Really elevate us.
00:08:48Lara's a nice girl, but she's just a girl.
00:08:52We need somebody with a name, a brand.
00:08:55So what if she doesn't have a million connections, dad?
00:08:58Think outside the box, yeah?
00:09:01She's more than just a business partner to me.
00:09:03This is a cutthroat business.
00:09:06Lara's a nobody.
00:09:07I've arranged something really special with Joey.
00:09:11He's got the right background, and more importantly, he's got all the right connections.
00:09:16She's talented, dad.
00:09:17She deserves it as much as anyone else.
00:09:20You know what?
00:09:21I think she's even better than me, and I think that's what you're really afraid of, isn't it?
00:09:24Now you're just being naive.
00:09:26Think about what we're building here.
00:09:29Our legacy.
00:09:31You don't build an empire with someone like a Lara.
00:09:34Break that off.
00:09:36Now.
00:09:53Yeah, yeah, this'll make him leave the bitch on his own.
00:10:03Why does it look like I've seen these designs before?
00:10:21Sophia, can you please get me some of those deal memos that I've asked for,
00:10:26just at some point today?
00:10:27Oh yes, you'll find that this afternoon.
00:10:29Any update from Mr. Clark on his designs?
00:10:32No, but it's not really his fault I kept him busy last night.
00:10:40At 10 a.m. you have a meeting with Tumble, the head of ELP Editor.
00:10:45He'll be going over your contract, your terms and conditions.
00:10:50At 11 a.m. you've got brunch with Miss May.
00:10:53Sorry, sorry, I lost track.
00:10:54Where are we with the new launch?
00:10:56Designs are just waiting on your approval.
00:10:59And then we're ready to launch them.
00:11:02Got time to review them?
00:11:04Not really.
00:11:05Do you mind handling it, Franklin?
00:11:06I'm absolutely smashed this weekend.
00:11:08It can't wait.
00:11:09By the way, KK's launch is coming up.
00:11:11We need to align the dates.
00:11:12Gotcha.
00:11:14And did you talk to Lara?
00:11:16She doesn't want to listen.
00:11:19I can't see her getting used for work again.
00:11:22Sophia told me she wants to join SkyTrends.
00:11:25Maybe she'll talk to Mr. Musk.
00:11:26I could, but he's a massive freak.
00:11:30You can't save her from everyone, Damon.
00:11:32You know the industry.
00:11:34I could at least try.
00:11:37You know what?
00:11:39Prepare to onboard her onto our team.
00:11:42Uh, okay.
00:11:49Oh my gosh, is it true that Damon gave you an offer to work with him?
00:11:52Oh my god, he wants to trade me.
00:11:55Oh my god, he wants to trade me with Luna.
00:11:57And why are you so excited?
00:11:59I mean, who doesn't want to have a hot boss?
00:12:02But see, I told you Damon has feelings for you.
00:12:06Okay, so you're saying I don't deserve this promotion?
00:12:08No, no, not at all.
00:12:10What I'm saying is people in this industry usually don't care about writing roles.
00:12:15And Damon has seriously been trying to make amends.
00:12:17Maybe it's worth considering to give this?
00:12:21No, wait, I'm not going to work under that trader.
00:12:23I already hate being a corporate slave.
00:12:25I want to be at a level that he can't even compete with me.
00:12:30But he might not have a choice.
00:12:31Luna will probably fire you if you reject.
00:12:37This man has made my past hell and now he's back to ruin my career.
00:12:44I'll figure it out.
00:12:45Oh, sorry, I was expecting Luna.
00:12:50Yeah, she's on holidays for a week, so I'll be your boss till then.
00:12:58So, in Luna's absence, anything I can help you with?
00:13:02I'm surprised you didn't go with her.
00:13:03Yeah, I just had, uh, I guess some more pressing matters.
00:13:09I just had, uh, I guess some more pressing matters to attend to at the office.
00:13:19What do you want to see her for?
00:13:21Here is my resignation.
00:13:24I've handed over all my files to Sophia and I won't be able to take you up on your offer either.
00:13:32You said you could leave?
00:13:34I didn't think I needed your permission.
00:13:36As per our contract, nobody in your team can leave until after the launch.
00:13:43So, I guess I own your ass till then.
00:13:49Am I making myself clear?
00:13:51You're disgusting.
00:13:54I'm well aware.
00:13:57May I have the excuse now, Damon?
00:14:00Seeing as I'm your boss, I think you should refer to me as Mr Clark.
00:14:12Oh my god, you queen.
00:14:14Um, can you explain that?
00:14:17Guess what, I'm the new co-CEO of the Fashion Empire.
00:14:22I mean, things just finally worked out between Damon and I.
00:14:25So, you've truly forgiven him?
00:14:27Yeah.
00:14:31I'm so proud of you.
00:14:32Come on, give me a hug.
00:14:36But hey, you're still my right-hand woman in this whole journey, okay?
00:14:41Hey, can I ask you something?
00:14:42Yeah, go for it.
00:14:45I noticed that your designs are very similar to KK's new upcoming clutch.
00:14:50I don't want to get in the middle of things with you and Damon.
00:14:52I just want to sort it out before he finds out.
00:14:55Yeah, okay, I'll look into it.
00:14:57And hey, I'm going to take you out for dinner tonight.
00:14:59My treat.
00:15:00Thanks, boss.
00:15:07Okay, so you've truly forgiven him?
00:15:19Look, I understand that you've had a lot of struggles to endure because of me.
00:15:26I'm going to take you out for dinner.
00:15:29Hey, um, I proposed those designs for our new brand.
00:15:31How could you betray our partnership?
00:15:37Congrats, Mrs. New Boss.
00:15:39Franklin, how are you?
00:15:41Good, how are you?
00:15:45How you sick?
00:15:47It's really nice to see you after a whole four years.
00:15:51I used to miss the days when you and Damon would be training me during my probation.
00:15:58Thank you for everything.
00:16:01What are you doing here?
00:16:02I'm just waiting for Sophia.
00:16:04I know.
00:16:04Oh, there she is.
00:16:07Hi, how are you?
00:16:09Good, how are you?
00:16:12You should join us.
00:16:14Sorry, but I can't.
00:16:16I've actually got company.
00:16:17However, we'll catch up soon, ladies.
00:16:20Have a good night.
00:16:36Don't you think this is enough, Mr. Clark?
00:16:38You're still using my designs in your fashion shows.
00:16:41Well, excuse me, miss, but that's exactly what Damon asked me to do.
00:16:48Listen, Elira, I know you're thinking about putting in a complaint against Damon and me,
00:16:53but let me tell you how this is going to play out.
00:16:55I've got an envelope here for you.
00:16:57It's got far more in it than you ever deserved,
00:17:00but you're going to take that envelope and you're going to leave this company now.
00:17:05Quietly and without any fuss, or there will be some very serious consequences.
00:17:13Thanks, Mr. Clark, really.
00:17:16Listen, sweetheart, this is your chance for you to move on without any drama.
00:17:21But if you should make that complaint, make any noise,
00:17:24raise a fuss, or even post something on social media about us,
00:17:28I can assure you, you, lovey, will never work in this industry again.
00:17:33Am I being clear enough?
00:17:48Hey, where are you?
00:17:50Oh, I'm sorry, I didn't see you.
00:17:51What about the meeting?
00:17:53What's up?
00:17:54Nothing.
00:17:55I just wanted to see what you guys were up to.
00:17:57It's a shame, but I've got to get back to the salon.
00:18:00I've got to get back to the salon.
00:18:01What's my office?
00:18:02How's things going with Mark?
00:18:05Yeah.
00:18:06What?
00:18:11How's things with Lara going?
00:18:14Really great.
00:18:16I didn't think she'd forgive me after what happened before, but...
00:18:20Damon, I wanted to tell you that...
00:18:30What are you saying?
00:18:32No, no, please.
00:18:32My woman is.
00:18:34She isn't straight.
00:18:38I'm sure she is.
00:18:40Seriously.
00:18:43Okay, so you have to look at these projects.
00:18:46I've already sent you the list of contacts you'll need, so...
00:18:50How about I choose a project I want to do?
00:18:53Maybe the launch you're doing with Lena?
00:18:56Anything for you, baby.
00:18:57Baby?
00:19:01I'm a CEO.
00:19:03I think I do fine.
00:19:20I have never loved anyone like you.
00:19:23I'm so sorry I wasn't there when you needed me.
00:19:32I'm here now.
00:19:43Hey, where are you?
00:19:45Um...
00:19:46I'm at Damon's.
00:19:48Oh my, the void is in my head so much.
00:19:51Okay, I guess I'm gonna rest.
00:19:52Call me later, bye.
00:19:54Wait, wait!
00:20:03Has the payment cleared for the Mirage Casino yet?
00:20:07Okay, great.
00:20:08And can you send all the designs from the new collection to Alara about tomorrow morning, please?
00:20:12She's taking care of that.
00:20:15Thanks, mate.
00:20:19Hungry?
00:20:20Always.
00:20:27You have a beautiful home.
00:20:29Yeah, it's alright.
00:20:33Hey, I still feel terrible about the past.
00:20:37It's okay.
00:20:39No, if you want to talk about it.
00:20:42No, I'm hungry.
00:20:43Let's eat.
00:20:51Um, is it true that your father chose gambling over your mother?
00:20:56I'm sorry, I saw it on the news.
00:20:59It's fine.
00:21:01But yeah, it's true, believe it or not.
00:21:05He chose gambling over my own mother.
00:21:07And I'm still paying millions of dollars to cover his debts.
00:21:10Nice guy.
00:21:12Where is he?
00:21:13He's exactly where he belongs.
00:21:14Thanks.
00:21:19Anyway,
00:21:22how's dinner?
00:21:24It's perfect.
00:21:32Is there anyone here?
00:21:42Hey, Alara.
00:21:44I reviewed the designs, but a few of them have been copied from KK's collection.
00:21:51I think you may have sent Damon the wrong file.
00:21:55You may call me Miss Knight.
00:21:58I remember when Damon used to get so upset when I didn't call him sir,
00:22:01after he promoted me to the C-suite.
00:22:04I'm not Damon Franklin.
00:22:06Do you get it?
00:22:14Luna, finally back from vacation.
00:22:21How was it?
00:22:23Yes, I am.
00:22:24I heard you've made quite the leap.
00:22:28Co-CEO of Damon's Fashion Empire, impressive.
00:22:33Thank you, Luna.
00:22:34Oh, well, you should be thankful to me.
00:22:38If I hadn't let Damon strike that deal, then you wouldn't be where you are now.
00:22:44He's just using you, you know, for both professional and personal favors.
00:22:50Luna, it's not like that.
00:22:53Damon saw potential in me.
00:22:55Potential?
00:22:56Or something else, Alara.
00:22:59I hope you're not naive enough to think it's all about your skills.
00:23:02Potential?
00:23:04Or is it something else, Alara?
00:23:06I mean, you cannot be this naive to think that it's enough about your skills.
00:23:13You know what, Luna?
00:23:14I won't let baseless accusations diminish my achievements.
00:23:19Achievements?
00:23:20You are merely a pawn in Damon's game.
00:23:26Don't come at me if Damon has given you credit for your success.
00:23:30Don't come at me if Damon has given you any signals about being in a relationship with you.
00:23:35If you have an issue, take it up with Damon.
00:23:38Oh, oh, I will.
00:23:40Enjoy your co-CEO title, Alara.
00:23:44Let's see how long it lasts.
00:23:56Hey, what's up?
00:23:59What's up?
00:24:04Okay, how about drinks tonight?
00:24:09Wonderful.
00:24:10I'll see you there.
00:24:12Can we get some teasers made up for the launch?
00:24:16And just make sure that date isn't released to anyone, especially the media.
00:24:21Actually, from now on, only report back to me.
00:24:23We have to keep this highly confidential.
00:24:30Oh my god, it's me!
00:24:42What are you doing?
00:24:43Shit, I thought I'd surprise you.
00:24:46You're breaking into my apartment, so you're actually surprising me?
00:24:49Jesus, I thought you liked spontaneity and unpredictability.
00:24:53You killed me.
00:24:59Let's not waste time on questions.
00:25:18And thank god I caught on to those mistakes in your designs.
00:25:21It would have been a significant issue if I hadn't caught on to them.
00:25:26But I never crafted those designs.
00:25:29It was Alara who took charge?
00:25:32There must be some misunderstanding.
00:25:35I believe Alara will execute this vision perfectly.
00:25:42Franklin, what aren't you telling me?
00:25:44Sophia, it's just a mix-up.
00:25:47I'm sure Alara knows what she's doing.
00:25:49Cheers.
00:26:00There's got to be something going through her head.
00:26:08Damon, I know Alara is talented.
00:26:11But don't you think it's crucial to be keeping an eye on her?
00:26:16What she's doing, what she's up to?
00:26:19As of late, I've felt as if something's off.
00:26:23I'm concerned.
00:26:27Why don't you mind your fucking business?
00:26:29Because we both know why you don't like her.
00:26:32Damon, watch it, watch it.
00:26:33Is this to do with my dad?
00:26:35Don't you fucking lie to me!
00:26:37Because I'll find out anyway.
00:26:40How could this be connected to your father?
00:26:43You've been in jail for a year.
00:26:45You know what?
00:26:47I'm...
00:26:49I'm just concerned.
00:26:57Hey.
00:26:59Can I get a latte, please?
00:27:01So, how's it going with CEO?
00:27:03Oh my gosh, this week is just such a rollercoaster.
00:27:06Hey, but you're coming to the launch, right?
00:27:08It's on the 2nd of November and you need to be there.
00:27:10I can't have you miss it.
00:27:11What?
00:27:12Today we've got KK's launch, right?
00:27:14Yeah, and we're actually going to have him as our VIP guest.
00:27:16He's just creating such a buzz in the industry right now.
00:27:18They just think it's a smart move having him there.
00:27:20Interesting.
00:27:22Unless you're planning a showdown, right?
00:27:26I don't know what you're talking about.
00:27:27Oh, come on, Allara.
00:27:28I know you too well.
00:27:30There is no way you're going down without some revenge sequel.
00:27:36You've changed a lot since signing up for this position.
00:27:40I know, but this is about me.
00:27:43This is about Franklin, isn't it?
00:27:45What is it that's made you become so bitter?
00:27:47Do you even bother to ask who actually stole your designs?
00:27:51Or are you just too busy seeking revenge?
00:28:08This is so strange.
00:28:12This is so strange.
00:28:19No one's going to want to live when I get out of here.
00:28:22Shut that fucking vent.
00:28:28Wake up, chump.
00:28:29The girl didn't see you.
00:28:35The girl?
00:28:36What girl?
00:28:42What do you mean?
00:28:50I don't want to remember you, sweetheart.
00:28:54Not a daemon seen you, did he?
00:28:56You tell that prick to get me out of here ASAP.
00:28:59I'll kill him when I get out.
00:29:01Are you hearing me?
00:29:06My own son?
00:29:08You mean the son who put me in here?
00:29:10Who pays these guys to keep me here?
00:29:12That son?
00:29:16But if he didn't send you, who are you, gorgeous?
00:29:21Alara.
00:29:25Alara Knight?
00:29:29You're the reason I'm here.
00:29:32I won't spare you when I'm out.
00:29:36Bye, Alara.
00:29:38Thanks for dropping by.
00:29:40I'll see you soon.
00:29:47Hey, Sophia.
00:29:47Is Alara with you?
00:29:49No, she's not here.
00:29:50What happened?
00:29:52Some of the calls to her aren't going through.
00:29:54Do you know where she might be?
00:29:58Okay.
00:30:02Where have you been?
00:30:03I wasn't well.
00:30:04I went to the doctor.
00:30:05Really?
00:30:06You should have told me.
00:30:07I'm fine now.
00:30:08Don't worry.
00:30:09You sure?
00:30:10Yeah.
00:30:15Are you okay?
00:30:17Yeah, I'm fine.
00:30:18I just have so much to do still for the launch in two days.
00:30:21Need a hand?
00:30:24No, I'm fine.
00:30:26Can I ask you something?
00:30:29Yeah?
00:30:30And no, this isn't coming out of nowhere, okay?
00:30:32Okay.
00:30:34Can I have my design pet book back?
00:30:36I don't have a few designs, actually.
00:30:41My father stole them from my office.
00:30:44So you really didn't know about that fashion show until you saw it?
00:30:50No, I was super busy at the time.
00:30:52And honestly, I didn't even get a chance to look at the designs you pitched for our business.
00:30:57But why didn't you say something, Damon?
00:30:59I mean, why have you been hiding it this whole time?
00:31:02I don't know.
00:31:03Is there something else you're hiding?
00:31:06No.
00:31:09You know what I admire about you?
00:31:13You forgave me before you even knew the truth.
00:31:16Yeah, but that's-
00:31:16It doesn't matter.
00:31:19The only thing that matters is keeping those lips occupied.
00:31:32So
00:32:03So
00:32:14Yes, Miss Knight?
00:32:16Oh, just call me Alara.
00:32:19Please, um, let's make a decision.
00:32:22I know, I'm so sorry.
00:32:23I need to apologize.
00:32:24I was so rude to you, and I lost my mind.
00:32:31But I'm better now.
00:32:33It's okay.
00:32:37You sure?
00:32:41Not again.
00:32:52You're the reason I'm here!
00:32:55I won't spare you when I'm out!
00:33:02So
00:33:26You crazy?
00:33:26Yeah.
00:33:27Yeah, but I'm holding it.
00:33:28You're soft.
00:33:33I'm gonna go upstairs for a quickie.
00:33:35You can't be serious.
00:33:37You know what you want.
00:33:39That's just in here instead.
00:33:45Cheers.
00:33:49Thank you so much, Sophia.
00:33:51I couldn't have done this without you.
00:33:53You can count on me anytime.
00:33:55What about Franklin?
00:33:57Don't worry.
00:33:59He won't catch word of it.
00:34:02So?
00:34:04What's it like being in love with someone you used to hate?
00:34:08He's actually really nice.
00:34:10But...
00:34:12But what?
00:34:14He's got all these issues with his father that I'm somehow related to.
00:34:16I...
00:34:18And it was his father that stole my designs.
00:34:20And he's kept them secret for all these years.
00:34:22Yeah, isn't Eric in jail right now?
00:34:24No, how did you know that?
00:34:26Franklin told me.
00:34:28Hey, you should speak to Franklin about it.
00:34:30Hey.
00:35:00I'm so freaked out, there's someone in the house.
00:35:24It's so creepy, why didn't you tell me about this?
00:35:28I don't know, I've just been so busy and I completely forgot.
00:35:31Do you think I should tell Damon about this?
00:35:34I don't know, but whatever you do, just don't tell him you knew this manufacturer.
00:35:38He'll figure it out.
00:35:45And did you find out about the murderer?
00:35:48Yeah, it was Mr. Eric Clark's agent behind this murder.
00:35:54Are you sure?
00:35:56I'm sure.
00:36:04Fucking pig.
00:36:18Hey, so time for grocery shopping?
00:36:23Yeah, um, that's Damon's. He left it in my car last night.
00:36:31Nice gun.
00:36:33Thanks.
00:36:37I should go, see you.
00:36:39Yeah.
00:36:40Yeah, spare a lie, right? Keep your eye on Sophia for now.
00:36:55Inform the boss.
00:37:10Okay.
00:37:41Come on, come on.
00:37:50Hey, can you hear me now?
00:37:54It's Sophia, it's Sophia.
00:37:57Um, I've got something that I need to tell you.
00:38:01Um...
00:38:08Sam, listen.
00:38:10What?
00:38:14Didn't Eric choose gambling over his own wife?
00:38:18Yeah, that could be a reason.
00:38:20But I think it's more than that.
00:38:22A general rivalry, perhaps.
00:38:26Don't be so surprised, Alara.
00:38:28That's how things work here.
00:38:34Hello. You okay?
00:38:37Yes, sorry.
00:38:42I would like to ask you something, Alara.
00:38:45What is it?
00:38:47Close your eyes.
00:38:49Okay.
00:38:58You can open them now.
00:39:00Oh my God, David, I...
00:39:02Alara Knight, will you marry me?
00:39:07I don't know what to say.
00:39:09It's fine, it's fine. You take as long as you need.
00:39:12I'll wait my entire life for you.
00:39:15Thank you, David.
00:39:18I'll get us some champagne.
00:39:20Okay.
00:39:29Hello?
00:39:42Hello?
00:39:46Who is this?
00:39:54Who's that?
00:39:55Oh, no one. It's nothing.
00:39:58Cheers.
00:40:03Cheers.
00:40:11I told you to fucking kidnap Alara.
00:40:13What am I supposed to do with this other bitch?
00:40:16She found out about me.
00:40:18Alara will still bring us the money for your bail.
00:40:22Then I'll kill her.
00:40:29Okay.
00:40:41Hello?
00:40:44Who is this?
00:40:47What do you want?
00:40:50Sofia, is that you?
00:40:52Hey.
00:40:55Hello?
00:41:01Sofia, is that you?
00:41:03Where are you?
00:41:05I thought you were still alive.
00:41:07I've lost his mind.
00:41:09He'll be out before you know it.
00:41:12I'll be out before the sun rises.
00:41:15I'll never see Sofia again.
00:41:25I'll pay you all this fucking money and you can't figure it out?
00:41:29You have two days.
00:41:31No, two days.
00:41:37Still playing your same tricks, hey?
00:41:40You think you can just murder someone and get away with no consequences?
00:41:44No.
00:41:45The counterfeit manufacturer.
00:41:48He got what he deserved.
00:41:52He got what he deserved.
00:41:54Still the same fucking narcissist as me.
00:41:59Good to see you, Dad.
00:42:02She's back in your life finally, huh?
00:42:06Stay away from her.
00:42:09Hey.
00:42:11She came here looking for some answers.
00:42:14You're lying.
00:42:16You haven't told her, have you?
00:42:18You haven't told her why you put me in here.
00:42:22What are you afraid of? A little betrayal?
00:42:27What did you say to her?
00:42:31What did you say to her?
00:42:32Dad, let's go.
00:42:33You wait.
00:42:34What did you say to her?
00:42:35Bye, son.
00:42:37Eric, what did you fucking say to her?
00:42:48What did you say to her?
00:43:18Fuck.
00:43:49Fuck.
00:44:07What are you doing here so late?
00:44:09Oh, I um, I wanted to see you.
00:44:13Do you now?
00:44:15You know, I've been thinking about us and our future together.
00:44:19I thought maybe we could move in together before we get married.
00:44:23Move in together?
00:44:25What's brought this on?
00:44:27Any particular reason?
00:44:29Just to know each other's quirks on a daily basis, you know?
00:44:33No surprises after each other.
00:44:35Fair point.
00:44:39There's nothing else specific?
00:44:42I mean, you haven't been particularly open about your past with me,
00:44:47which makes it difficult sometimes.
00:44:52Maybe we can get to know each other a bit better.
00:44:56Hi.
00:45:09As far as I'm concerned, I know everything that I need to know.
00:45:14Do you understand?
00:45:16I don't need anything else.
00:45:18I mean, we've cleared the slate from everything that happened in the past.
00:45:21I'm holding nothing back, Clara.
00:45:25You did lie to me about your father.
00:45:28Was he in jail because of me?
00:45:32That monster killed my newborn sister.
00:45:36He discarded my mother while he was on his gambling spiral,
00:45:39and he threatened to kill you if I attempted to bring you back into my life.
00:45:43Now, I've waited years and years and years for this moment,
00:45:47but I couldn't risk bringing you back until he paid for the sins that he'd committed.
00:45:53It's a cancer secret.
00:45:58You thought I was back for revenge.
00:46:03Are you?
00:46:08You went to the count of infatuation, didn't you?
00:46:13Do you know that?
00:46:16Damon, I'm sorry. I really am.
00:46:19I... I love you so much.
00:46:22I... I never meant to...
00:46:26It's fine.
00:46:28Because I don't care.
00:46:30I don't care about any of it.
00:46:33I just don't want to spend another second of my life without you in it.
00:46:38I cannot make it any clearer than that.
00:46:42I love you so much.
00:46:44I love you, too.
00:46:57What?
00:46:58Good work. You only have a day left.
00:47:02You've got to stay strong.
00:47:04I know.
00:47:07Good work. You only have a day left.
00:47:10You'd better speed up.
00:47:12How do I know Sophia's even fine and with you?
00:47:22Oh, don't be so clever.
00:47:25No pictures, they'll be locking me.
00:47:27You have to trust my word.
00:47:31What do you want? Why are you doing this?
00:47:35As I said, five million.
00:47:38But you know what?
00:47:40So you don't waste your five million for me.
00:47:43Now it's ten million.
00:47:45I don't... I need more time. I don't have ten million dollars.
00:47:49It's still from Damon.
00:47:51Or the bank. I don't care.
00:47:53Whatever it takes.
00:47:55Ten million. Tomorrow.
00:47:58Wait, but...
00:48:01Dammit.
00:48:04Dammit.
00:48:09I'm gonna find you.
00:48:29Oh, thanks, Franklin. I really needed it.
00:48:33By the way, you should work on your investigation skills.
00:48:36You gave me the wrong tea.
00:48:38I did?
00:48:40In what way?
00:48:42I mean... I mean you didn't hear it from me.
00:48:45But I might be a member of the Clark family very soon.
00:48:48It's confidential.
00:48:53Have you seen Sophia?
00:48:55Long time no see.
00:48:58She's fine. She's, um...
00:49:00easy with her stuff.
00:49:07I've always wanted to own my own company.
00:49:10I know, but as far as I'm concerned, this company is yours just as much as it is mine.
00:49:15But if you really mean it about going out on your own,
00:49:18I'm here for you.
00:49:21You're serious about this, aren't you?
00:49:23Yeah.
00:49:25Okay, well then.
00:49:27I'm investing five million dollars at the interest rate of one child per year
00:49:34until we're really old and really grey.
00:49:38I love you.
00:49:40Okay, I'll do it now.
00:49:46That simple?
00:49:49Exciting.
00:49:56Ah!
00:50:10I have the money. Tell me whatever you need.
00:50:13Ten million?
00:50:15Yes, ten million.
00:50:17Ah, Laura.
00:50:19Such a good girl playing the hero.
00:50:22I like that.
00:50:25You can keep that mask as a little souvenir from me.
00:50:28What are you talking...
00:50:31That was you.
00:50:33Sharp as always, Laura.
00:50:36I've sent a location.
00:50:41Okay, I'll be there in thirty minutes.
00:50:43I don't care.
00:50:45You'll do whatever it takes and you'll be there at fifteen, or...
00:50:48Okay, I'll be there.
00:50:55Franklin, why are you doing this?
00:50:57You don't have to do this.
00:51:01Or is it because you're secretly in love with Damon?
00:51:04Huh?
00:51:05What do you know?
00:51:07You think you're just gonna provoke me like this?
00:51:09Yeah.
00:51:10Heard you had a thing for Damon.
00:51:12Is that why you're doing all this?
00:51:14You have no idea what I have done for this family or for him
00:51:19over the past five years and...
00:51:21I'm now helping him to win a Laura back.
00:51:25All the lies I've kept.
00:51:29Not an ounce of appreciation.
00:51:31Or love.
00:51:33Nothing.
00:51:34You don't have to do this.
00:51:36You know, there's other ways to find love and acceptance.
00:51:42There's no other ways for people like me.
00:51:46Not one.
00:51:49Especially not in this industry, under this family.
00:51:52The rest of us are doomed to humiliation in our personal lives
00:51:56and professional lives.
00:51:58What if there was?
00:52:01This way's not gonna get you anywhere.
00:52:17Franklin?
00:52:18The kidnapper?
00:52:23PHONE RINGS
00:52:30What have you got for me?
00:52:32Damon, you better sit down for this.
00:52:34I've got a lead on the murderer.
00:52:36Word is he's holed up at the Token Warehouse as we speak.
00:52:39Token Warehouse?
00:52:41You sure about this?
00:52:42Dead sure, mate.
00:52:43This is our chance to nail the guy.
00:52:45We need to move fast.
00:52:47Alright, I'm not sitting this one out. I'm coming with.
00:52:50Let's end this once and for all, eh?
00:53:02Surprise, Delara.
00:53:05It's been me this whole time.
00:53:11Why are you doing this, Franklin? What don't you already have?
00:53:14Why don't we talk about this later?
00:53:16Can you lend me the bag?
00:53:21Now, walk backwards until you reach the gate.
00:53:28Are you kidding me? I'm not leaving her here.
00:53:30Walk backwards or I'll shoot.
00:53:37Goodbye, Lara.
00:53:50GUNSHOT
00:54:02GUNSHOT
00:54:11Yo, Franklin. What's that?
00:54:14What's that?
00:54:19I honestly don't even have the words. I'm just...
00:54:22I'm so thankful to both of you. I wouldn't be here if it weren't for you.
00:54:25I should be thanking you. You risked your life for a Lara.
00:54:30How did you find us?
00:54:32As soon as my source sent me the location, I just went straight away.
00:54:35I didn't think I'd come out alive.
00:54:40All's well that ends well, eh?
00:54:43Oh, sorry. I have to take this.
00:54:55Hey, are you still mad at me?
00:55:01Let's talk about it later.
00:55:04Hey.
00:55:10Come on, Damon. It's not a big deal.
00:55:13Really? Not a big deal?
00:55:15Your gun wasn't at your apartment, but it's not a big deal?
00:55:18The mask, not a big deal?
00:55:20There was an intruder in your house, but that's not a big fucking deal?
00:55:23Are you insane?
00:55:24Sorry, I know I'm fucked up.
00:55:27You promised me.
00:55:29So, ready to give up your rap?
00:55:32Oh, doesn't this story have an end?
00:55:35Don't fuck with me, Eric.
00:55:37Now I know you're trying to get into Lara's head, and I will not tolerate it any fucking longer.
00:55:42Possessive? How cute.
00:55:45This isn't a joke.
00:55:47You stay away from me, you stay away from Lara.
00:55:50And you stay away from me.
00:55:52And you stay away from me.
00:55:54And you stay away from me.
00:55:56You stay away from me, you stay away from Lara.
00:55:59No tricks, no spies.
00:56:02Because if you don't, I will not hesitate to make your life in here even more fucking miserable than it already is.
00:56:08More miserable? I'm in a fucking prison, what are you going to do in here?
00:56:12Well, you see, that's the thing.
00:56:14Because I've got evidence that can get you to Franklin's murder.
00:56:17And I would take great pleasure in having you charged with it as well.
00:56:21Fuck.
00:56:26Don't watch me, Eric.
00:56:28This is a game you will never win.
00:56:31Hear me?
00:56:36Remember, I control this chessboard.
00:56:41So you choose your moves very wisely.
00:56:52Hi.
00:56:53Welcome home. I made your favourite.
00:56:56You always know how to make a shit day better.
00:57:00You went to see Eric, right?
00:57:04Can I ask you a question?
00:57:06Why do you keep visiting him in jail? What's the purpose?
00:57:10I visit him to keep an eye on him.
00:57:12It's easier to control a known entity than an unpredictable one.
00:57:22And how's the living situation going? Any regrets?
00:57:25It's pretty good so far.
00:57:28No regrets. Pretty enjoyable, I'd say.
00:57:31Well, you know what they say.
00:57:33What do they say?
00:57:34Couples that eat dessert together stay together for eternity.
00:57:38Is that so?
00:57:52Hey, I can't handle this workload alone.
00:57:56I really need help.
00:57:58Can we hire Sophia in place of Franklin?
00:58:01Sophia's great, but I just feel like friends and business,
00:58:07it just complicates things.
00:58:09I just want to keep my personal life and work life separate, you know?
00:58:13Okay, sure.
00:58:15We'll find someone else.
00:58:17We'll find someone else.
00:58:19By the way, we have a dinner tonight with Miss Leah.
00:58:24Echo Magazines.
00:58:26Yeah.
00:58:47I love you.
00:59:10You are a knight.
00:59:12I love you more than you'll ever know.
00:59:15All I want is to spend the rest of my life with you.
00:59:19So I hope you'll please marry me.
00:59:34To us.
00:59:36Living life to our happiness.
00:59:45I love you.
00:59:50I love you.
00:59:53I love you.
01:00:05How is this even possible?
01:00:07I saw her body myself.
01:00:10No, no, don't send it to my fucking phone.
01:00:13Wait there, I'm coming.
01:00:24Good morning, Mrs. Clark. Miss me?
01:00:27Mm-hmm.
01:00:29Oh, did someone wake up on the wrong side of the bed today?
01:00:32You have gone to work.
01:00:34We just got married yesterday, Damon.
01:00:36Is it that important?
01:00:38I know, I know, I'm so sorry.
01:00:40You're right, we really need a hand.
01:00:42But I will get it sorted ASAP.
01:00:44And for now, get yourself ready because in 30 minutes we are going shopping.
01:00:50I love you, Mrs. C.
01:00:52Excuse me.
01:00:58You think you could get involved with Damon without any consequences?
01:01:03Leave me!
01:01:05You were told not to get involved with him.
01:01:09Now you're gonna suffer.
01:01:13I love you.
01:01:22Get to your bedroom.
01:01:24I love you.
01:01:26I love you.
01:01:28I love you.
01:01:30It's okay, it's okay, it's okay.
01:01:32It's okay.
01:01:34It's okay.
01:01:36It's okay.
01:01:38It's okay.
01:01:40It's okay.
01:02:02Can you hold that for a second?
01:02:10Did you hear, right on the street, that Alex Thornton is looking for a designer to collaborate with on his next big fashion campaign?
01:02:17Really?
01:02:18Yeah.
01:02:19Oh, I wish I could work with such big brand names.
01:02:21It doesn't matter, you still can.
01:02:23I've always wanted to make a name for myself, you know?
01:02:25Like, working with Damon is great and all, but everything's tagged with his own name.
01:02:29I know.
01:02:30How is married life?
01:02:34There's something weird going on recently.
01:02:36Weird how?
01:02:38He's always going places without saying anything, and I just feel like he's hiding something.
01:02:45Maybe I'm just overthinking it.
01:02:47Yeah.
01:02:52So, seems like your little singing birdie has just flung the nest.
01:02:57What are you doing here, Damon?
01:03:00Your spy not giving you any good goss lately?
01:03:03It's just been a while.
01:03:05Oh, please. Let's not pretend you're here for a friendly visit.
01:03:09What's up?
01:03:12You really want to know?
01:03:15What's going on, Damon?
01:03:18Mum's alive.
01:03:21And why would I care?
01:03:23I think you'd want to know.
01:03:25Oh, fuck you! I'm in prison paying the price for you!
01:03:29What more do you want?
01:03:32See, what I think is really funny about that, is that you're paying the price for making me just like you, Dad.
01:03:43You proud of me?
01:03:51Hello.
01:03:53I have some news that you are going to love.
01:04:00So, I was just thinking, maybe we could introduce more eco-friendly designs.
01:04:06You know, they're on par with industry trends, and it's so much more sustainable.
01:04:12I think that's a great idea. I think we should discuss it further.
01:04:17I've already researched some suppliers. They provide high quality, eco-friendly fabrics.
01:04:23I mean, this could be a game changer for us.
01:04:27Yeah, I think spicing things up with a new approach is a great idea.
01:04:31Damon, I really don't...
01:04:34Do not oppose my desire.
01:04:38Fuck you.
01:04:48So, what did you find out about Damon's past?
01:04:51Well, his father, Eric, was in drugs and gambling quite heavily. Everyone knows that.
01:04:59But when Eric was 15, his father left his mother, Olivia, and left her with nothing.
01:05:06That pretty much traumatized Damon when he was younger.
01:05:09And he was kept away and sheltered from women because his father was the misogynist that he is.
01:05:15Which is also why you were prevented from being with him.
01:05:21So it's just a cycle of darkness.
01:05:24Yeah. A vicious cycle perpetrated by his father, Eric.
01:05:29And now Damon's trapped in that same cycle.
01:05:33I heard that his mother was still alive.
01:05:37In regards to Olivia, it's not 100% known, but that could just be a rumor spread by Damon's competitors.
01:05:46Yeah.
01:05:50Listen, Ella, just...
01:05:53Be careful, okay?
01:05:56He's really not a good man.
01:06:04Did you receive the gift, my son? Did you like it?
01:06:08I will empty my gun into your fucking head, Eric!
01:06:11I told you, I always have a way out, Damon.
01:06:15You can't escape the family ties.
01:06:18You will face vengeance.
01:06:21Don't you dare bring Larry into this! I will fucking kill you, I swear!
01:06:26Ah, but the game has already begun.
01:06:42A few months later...
01:06:48With Lara and I, you fucking got fooled again.
01:06:56Hey. What are you doing here?
01:07:01How many of those have you had?
01:07:04Did you cheat on me with Sophia?
01:07:07Are you drunk?
01:07:10Answer me.
01:07:13What the fuck are you talking about?
01:07:16Answer me.
01:07:17Hey, let's talk about this later.
01:07:18But answer me!
01:07:19How fucking dare you? How fucking dare you?
01:07:35Back off, Larry. Back off, Larry.
01:07:38What are you talking about?
01:07:42What are you talking about?
01:07:47Get out of here. Get out!
01:07:53You killed my child for revenge.
01:07:56And you married me for your damn company.
01:07:58Who the fuck is saying that?
01:08:00It doesn't matter. Tell the truth.
01:08:02Do you think that I don't truly love you?
01:08:06Just answer me, David.
01:08:09Alright, yeah, I did. At the time.
01:08:13And yes, I cheated on you with Sophia as well.
01:08:16But that is not who I am anymore.
01:08:19Remember, I didn't want to hire her again because I didn't want to make the same mistake twice.
01:08:23You are all I wanted, Lara. You have to believe me.
01:08:27I don't want to believe you anymore!
01:08:30I know that I've treated you badly.
01:08:33But my father, he ruined my fucking childhood.
01:08:38I'm not with you for my business anymore.
01:08:41I'm with you because I love you more than anything.
01:08:47I don't want to give you another second chance.
01:08:50But it's the only option I have because I love you more than anything, David.
01:08:58And don't hate me for losing this child.
01:09:01I'm so sorry, too.
01:09:06I can't change the past, alright?
01:09:09But I promise you a better future.
01:09:15Let's start again.
01:09:23I love you.
01:09:25I love you.
01:09:28It's okay.
01:09:30I should have known that Eric wasn't being sincere with me.
01:09:37That greedy bastard only wanted my help just to start getting me out of jail.
01:09:45I'm sorry.
01:09:47It wasn't David's fault.
01:09:50He had no idea how the feelings were.
01:09:53Not that it really matters anymore.
01:09:56And I'd rather just leave things how they are.
01:10:00Isn't it too risky? I mean, Eric could find out about you.
01:10:05He already knows.
01:10:07He already knows, in a way.
01:10:10Then you have to be careful because he's out.
01:10:16It's not me he has to be careful anymore.
01:10:21It's just...
01:10:23You know.
01:10:33So where's he hiding now?
01:10:35No clue.
01:10:37But I think we should help him before Eric finds him.
01:10:39Yeah.
01:10:40Oh, I think we should talk to him.
01:10:54Hey, I'm gonna check it out first, all right?
01:10:57Okay.
01:10:58You wait here.
01:10:59Let me wait here.
01:11:14Franklin.
01:11:17Franklin!
01:11:19Not a sound.
01:11:24Take a seat.
01:11:31Been too long, Elora.
01:11:33You won't get away with this, Eric.
01:11:40Just a gathering, me and you, like old friends.
01:11:44I'm sure this is the last mistake of the wife.
01:11:48As if.
01:11:51You know the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
01:11:54Damon's just like his dear old dad.
01:11:56Damon's nothing like you. I'm proud of him.
01:11:58Oh, please, enough of this chit-chat.
01:12:17Hey, Dad.
01:12:19I warned you.