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00:00:00What the hell is going on here?
00:00:03What are you doing? You can't do this, you're just a cleaner.
00:00:06What I want is a simple life with Ben.
00:00:12I'm divorced with Bruce. Sign it.
00:00:14I was the one who got Brian Harrison to give Ben that deal.
00:00:18Money is a motivator, isn't it?
00:00:21I won't sign.
00:00:22A million dollars. Take this.
00:00:26Shame on you!
00:00:27We are the Harrisons. You can't just waltz in here and take her. Just get out!
00:00:36Because we deserve everything you're out of the world.
00:00:39Shepard Group has no plans to partner with Harrison Group in the future.
00:00:45No, listen. She's right there. That's enough.
00:00:47I want to destroy Shepard Group.
00:00:49It's my turn to protect you.
00:00:53Well, you certainly do have your ways.
00:00:57What is going on?
00:00:58You're out of your mind?
00:00:59You're out of my mind. Give it to me!
00:01:02She has not survived.
00:01:08Are you ready to play a game, Ryan?
00:01:10Sir, our stock is being shorted aggressively. We're about to hit the limit down.
00:01:22What the hell is going on here?
00:01:26Half of you came from major investment banks.
00:01:29Our stock is about to crash, and you're telling me there's nothing we can do.
00:01:33Sir, this is a coordinated attack from multiple investment funds.
00:01:38They're shorting us simultaneously. There is nothing we can do.
00:01:41Sir, what are our next steps?
00:01:44Well, looks like Shepard Group might be bankrupt by lunchtime.
00:01:57Hey, this is a private...
00:01:59Excuse me, ma'am. Could you hold on to cleaning for just a couple of minutes?
00:02:03Mr. Shepard, building a public company in just five years? That's impressive.
00:02:10But losing your cool over a little market turbulence?
00:02:16That seems out of character for you.
00:02:18Do I know you?
00:02:21What are you doing?
00:02:24What are you doing?
00:02:25You can't do this. You're just a cleaner.
00:02:27You can't be messing with our company funds.
00:02:30This is incredible!
00:02:31What's going on?
00:02:34This running is him.
00:02:35It's failing!
00:02:37The price is holding!
00:02:39Boss, our stock price is reaching today's opening value.
00:02:45We met before.
00:02:47They're still cleaning to do Mr. Shepard.
00:02:50Hold on. Tell me.
00:02:52How could I ever repay you for this?
00:02:54If the opportunity ever arises,
00:02:57you could give your next contract
00:03:00for construction to Harrison Grote.
00:03:08Jason,
00:03:09get me her five now.
00:03:11Mr. Yates.
00:03:23What, only two bodyguards this time?
00:03:26You're not going soft on me, are you?
00:03:28No, ma'am.
00:03:29I just thought you might like discreet today.
00:03:31Now, listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Laws Group.
00:03:37Mr. Yates, you know that my investigations here aren't finished.
00:03:41Ma'am, I still don't understand why you've kept your identity a secret,
00:03:45and why you've married this Ben Harrison fellow.
00:03:47Look, today is Ben's birthday.
00:03:50Anything we need to discuss, we can do it some other time.
00:03:53Ma'am, it really is time for you to accept your inheritance.
00:03:57Because what I want is a simple life with Ben.
00:04:02Ma'am,
00:04:03at least do me a favor and let Toby walk you up to the house.
00:04:07For my sake.
00:04:18Divorce papers.
00:04:19Sign it.
00:04:25Why?
00:04:26If you are not worthy of my son anymore.
00:04:29The Harrison Group is practically a local celebrity now,
00:04:32especially since it's landed a $100 million contract with the Shepard Group.
00:04:37And you,
00:04:38you're just a cleaner.
00:04:40The truth is, Laura,
00:04:42I've wanted a divorce for a very long time.
00:04:45I need a wife who reflects my status.
00:04:47I secured that $100 million contract.
00:04:50And you,
00:04:52a cleaning woman,
00:04:54handing out million dollar deals.
00:04:56Don't make me laugh.
00:04:59I did!
00:05:01It was my present to Ben for his birthday.
00:05:04I was the one who got Brian Harrison to give Ben that deal.
00:05:07What are you doing here?
00:05:09Clearly,
00:05:10Ben has found himself a woman more suitable for the Harrison family.
00:05:13Amber's family is practically local royalty.
00:05:17Local royalty.
00:05:19A small town rich person is royalty.
00:05:21And what qualifications do you have to judge, Miss Cleaner?
00:05:24Your resume boasts supermarket cashier and dinner waitress alongside janitor.
00:05:28Doesn't it?
00:05:29Ben?
00:05:30What's going on?
00:05:34Is this why you want a divorce?
00:05:36Because of her?
00:05:37Oh, please.
00:05:38I've spent years building Harrison Group.
00:05:41You're still a cleaner.
00:05:42You just grew apart.
00:05:44That's all.
00:05:44Grown apart?
00:05:48No.
00:05:48No, I won't sign any agreement, Ben.
00:05:54I won't sign anything.
00:05:57Huh.
00:05:58Money is a motivator, isn't it?
00:06:00Ben.
00:06:02All right.
00:06:03Here.
00:06:04A hundred thousand dollars.
00:06:05Open up a small shop or something like that.
00:06:08A hundred thousand dollars.
00:06:10I was the one that helped you make Harrison Group what it is today.
00:06:16Do you have any idea how much money I've brought in for you?
00:06:18Don't be ridiculous.
00:06:20You've never done anything for Ben's success.
00:06:23This is our act of charity, Jordan.
00:06:25Here.
00:06:26A million dollars.
00:06:27Take this.
00:06:28You just want more money, don't you?
00:06:30Just leave and never see Ben again.
00:06:34I never expected my three years of devotion to end like this.
00:06:40Since none of you respect me.
00:06:43A cleaning lady threatening us.
00:06:47I'm so scared.
00:06:49Just leave.
00:06:50You already make this house stink.
00:06:55Nick, how she's gone.
00:07:00Go to Red and Stuart.
00:07:04Sir?
00:07:06Laura Lewis' information.
00:07:11She's Ben Harrison's wife.
00:07:13No wonder why she wanted to partner with them.
00:07:16Actually, sir, Ben Harrison just divorced her.
00:07:19He divorced her?
00:07:22Wait a minute.
00:07:23Don't you remember?
00:07:25She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:07:30Yeah.
00:07:31She saved our hiding there.
00:07:32Remember?
00:07:34Why would Ben Harrison dump someone who just got him a hundred million dollar contract?
00:07:39I don't know.
00:07:41Let's get to the bottom of this.
00:07:45Hey!
00:07:46What are you doing?
00:07:47Let go of me!
00:07:48You attacked Amber!
00:07:49I apologize this instant!
00:07:51Oh!
00:07:52Stealing from the Harrisons.
00:07:56We gave you a generous divorce settlement.
00:07:58You refused it.
00:07:59And now you're stealing!
00:08:01She couldn't afford it.
00:08:02You're a thief!
00:08:10That's mine!
00:08:11Give it back!
00:08:12Hey!
00:08:12Hey!
00:08:12Shut up!
00:08:13Shut up!
00:08:15Laura?
00:08:16I want to say thank you properly for saving Shepard Group.
00:08:19It's really no worries, Mr. Shepard, but I'm just going through a divorce.
00:08:26You see, it's...
00:08:27Who are you, Boris New Squeeze?
00:08:30Excuse me.
00:08:31Do you know who I am?
00:08:32Is this true?
00:08:33You hooked up with this man while you were married to my son?
00:08:36Shame on you!
00:08:37Mr. Shepard, I...
00:08:38For your information, my name is Brian Shepard.
00:08:41I'm CEO of the Shepard Group.
00:08:44Oh, please.
00:08:45A big shot like Brian Shepard wouldn't be caught dead with a cleaner.
00:08:48You really don't recognize him, do you, Amber?
00:08:51That's really interesting considering I thought you were the one that secured that contract for Ben.
00:08:56That's ridiculous.
00:08:58He doesn't look like that.
00:09:00My ring.
00:09:01Jason, give it back to Miss Lewis.
00:09:02Oh, hey, what are you doing?
00:09:07Laura, let's get you out of here.
00:09:09Now.
00:09:10Hold on a minute, Laura.
00:09:11Who the heck is this man?
00:09:12Have you been sneaking around?
00:09:14It's all right, ma'am.
00:09:16This is none of your business.
00:09:17All rabbed dead bodies.
00:09:19You're not going anywhere until I tell you what's going on.
00:09:22We are the Harrisons.
00:09:24You can't just waltz in here and take her.
00:09:26Harrison, compared to the Shepard Group, you're nobody.
00:09:29Now go back.
00:09:30What?
00:09:31Are you saying that is Brian Shepard?
00:09:33That's a lie!
00:09:34Don't you dare walk away from me, Laura!
00:09:36You come back here and explain yourself!
00:09:38Don't you take another step towards my son, Laura!
00:09:42Laura, does Ben even know you were the one who secured the $100 million deal?
00:09:47Let's just say that Ben underestimated me.
00:09:51I don't feel good about going through the signing event.
00:09:54After how they treated you, maybe we should cancel it?
00:09:59No!
00:09:59Um...
00:10:00No, the event will proceed.
00:10:04Besides, I'll be there.
00:10:09There's a lot that I don't know about you, Laura.
00:10:12Who are you, truly?
00:10:14You'll find out.
00:10:15Mr. Shepard.
00:10:18Um, can you pull up over here, please?
00:10:23Mr. Yates, I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners, and we're going to have a meeting.
00:10:32An investment meeting, one week from today.
00:10:36Make sure everyone is there.
00:10:41Because after that meeting, I'm going to reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:10:47Oh, excellent, Ms. Lewis.
00:10:49I'll start making arrangements tomorrow.
00:10:51Ben Harrison.
00:10:53You're going to know exactly what it feels like to lose everything.
00:11:04After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City Royalty.
00:11:09Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:11:13Laura, what are you doing here?
00:11:15Security!
00:11:16Get that woman out of here!
00:11:18We don't need cleaners at this event!
00:11:19And why wouldn't I be here?
00:11:22This is a business event, after all.
00:11:24Business?
00:11:25You wouldn't know business if I hit you on the head.
00:11:28A fancy dress doesn't make you have society, honey.
00:11:31Just get out!
00:11:32Don't tell me you've come looking for another rich man to play mistress for.
00:11:36You should have taken my $100,000 offer.
00:11:38Oh, Ben.
00:11:39Do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:11:43Laura, this is really important for me.
00:11:45Do not ruin this, okay?
00:11:46You don't belong here.
00:11:48Just get out!
00:11:55That's what you get.
00:12:01This contract is mine.
00:12:04To give or take away as I see it.
00:12:08Don't be ridiculous.
00:12:09This is insane.
00:12:10Who do you think you are?
00:12:11Yeah, put that down.
00:12:12You have no idea what you're doing.
00:12:14Security!
00:12:15She's lost a mind!
00:12:16This is a disaster!
00:12:17Ben, this contract was supposed to be my birthday present to you.
00:12:23But since you clearly don't deserve it...
00:12:25I want to say thank you properly for saving Shepard Group.
00:12:50It's really no worries, Mr. Shepard, but I'm just going through a divorce.
00:12:57You see, it's...
00:12:58Who are you, Laura's new squeeze?
00:13:01Excuse me.
00:13:02Do you know who I am?
00:13:03Is this true?
00:13:04You hooked up with this man while you were married to my son?
00:13:07Shame on you!
00:13:08Mr. Shepard, I...
00:13:09For your information, my name is Brian Shepard.
00:13:13I'm CEO of the Shepard Group.
00:13:15Oh, please.
00:13:16A big shot like Brian Shepard wouldn't be caught dead with a cleaner.
00:13:19You really don't recognize him, do you, Amber?
00:13:22That's really interesting, considering I thought you were the one that secured that contract for Ben.
00:13:27That's ridiculous.
00:13:29He doesn't look like that.
00:13:31My ring.
00:13:31Jason, give it back to Miss Lewis.
00:13:33Oh, hey, what are you doing?
00:13:38Laura, let's get you out of here.
00:13:40Now.
00:13:41Hold on a minute, Laura.
00:13:42Who the heck is this man?
00:13:43Have you been sneaking around?
00:13:45It's all right, ma'am.
00:13:47This is none of your business.
00:13:49I'll grab dead bodies.
00:13:50You're not going anywhere until you tell us what's going on.
00:13:53We are the Harrisons.
00:13:55You can't just waltz in here and take her.
00:13:57Harrison, compared to the Shepard Group, you're nobody.
00:14:00Now, go back.
00:14:01What?
00:14:02Are you saying that is Brian Shepard?
00:14:04That's a lie!
00:14:05Don't you dare walk away from me, Laura!
00:14:07You come back here and explain yourself!
00:14:09Don't you take another step towards my son, Laura!
00:14:13Laura, does Ben even know you were the one who secured the $100 million deal?
00:14:18Let's just say that Ben underestimated me.
00:14:22I don't feel good about going through the signing event.
00:14:26After how they treated you, maybe we should cancel it?
00:14:30No!
00:14:31Um, no.
00:14:33The event will proceed.
00:14:35Besides, I'll be there.
00:14:40There's a lot that I don't know about you, Laura.
00:14:43Who are you, truly?
00:14:45You'll find out.
00:14:48Mr. Shepard.
00:14:49Um, can you pull up over here, please?
00:14:51Mr. Yates, I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners and we're going to have a meeting, an investment meeting, one week from today.
00:15:06Make sure everyone is there.
00:15:12Because after that meeting, I'm going to reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:15:18Oh, excellent, Ms. Lewis.
00:15:20I'll start making arrangements tomorrow, Laura.
00:15:23Ben Harrison.
00:15:24After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City royalty.
00:15:40Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:15:45Laura, what are you doing here?
00:15:46Security!
00:15:48Get that woman out of here!
00:15:49We don't need cleaners at this event!
00:15:51Why wouldn't I be here?
00:15:53This is a business event, after all.
00:15:56Business?
00:15:57You wouldn't know business if I hit you on the head.
00:16:00A fancy dress doesn't make you high society, honey.
00:16:02Just get out!
00:16:04Don't tell me you've come looking for another rich man to play mistress for.
00:16:07You should have taken my $100,000 offer.
00:16:09Oh, Ben.
00:16:10Do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:16:14Laura, this is really important for me.
00:16:16Do not ruin this, okay?
00:16:18You don't belong here.
00:16:19Just get out!
00:16:26That's what you get.
00:16:32This contract is mine.
00:16:35To give or take away as I see fit.
00:16:39Don't be ridiculous.
00:16:40This is insane.
00:16:41Who do you think you are?
00:16:43Yeah, put that down.
00:16:43You have no idea what you're doing.
00:16:45Security!
00:16:46She's lost a mind.
00:16:48This is a disaster!
00:16:49Ben, this contract was supposed to be my birthday present to you, but since you clearly don't
00:16:56deserve it...
00:16:57You really think ripping up that contract is going to help?
00:17:09You really think ripping up that contract is going to help?
00:17:25You're so silly, Laura.
00:17:27Oh, please, honey.
00:17:28You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:17:31Security!
00:17:31Get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:17:34I was the one that started this deal with the shepherds.
00:17:38And after careful consideration,
00:17:41I don't think the Harrison family is worthy of working with the shepherds.
00:17:46You really think that the shepherd group and I could be torn up by something that you've done?
00:17:51You have no authority here.
00:17:52Of course, she has the authority.
00:18:01That's the man that Laura went with the other day.
00:18:03What is he doing here?
00:18:04Mr. Shepard?
00:18:05How does he know her?
00:18:06Is that really Brian Shepard?
00:18:09Laura, are you alright?
00:18:12Mr. Shepard, I can assure you, I don't even know this woman.
00:18:15There must be some sort of misunderstanding.
00:18:17There's no misunderstanding here, Mr. Harrison.
00:18:20This contract with Shepard Group is officially terminated.
00:18:24Effective immediately.
00:18:28Wait a minute.
00:18:29This contract, I thought you said you got it.
00:18:31It's her.
00:18:32She ruined the contract.
00:18:34You are his mistress, aren't you?
00:18:35An affair?
00:18:37She had an affair with that man behind my son's back?
00:18:41Mom, please, it's okay.
00:18:42This man is...
00:18:43Don't touch me.
00:18:44That woman destroyed your career in front of everyone,
00:18:48has an affair, and you just stand there?
00:18:50You're a disgrace.
00:18:51An adulterer.
00:18:52You deserve to be arrested.
00:18:53Shut up!
00:18:56Mr. Shepard, I apologize for this whole mess,
00:18:59but I can assure you, this woman has tricked you.
00:19:02Tricked?
00:19:04Why don't you answer a question yourself, then?
00:19:08What was my name before we got married?
00:19:12Laura Lewis, right?
00:19:13Lewis Group?
00:19:15The Financial Giants?
00:19:17There's no way a Lewis is connected to this.
00:19:22That's crazy.
00:19:23There's no way you're related to the Lewis family name.
00:19:26That's absurd.
00:19:28It's...
00:19:28It's...
00:19:29It's absurd!
00:19:31A high society heiress wouldn't waste their time in Maplewood.
00:19:35Yeah.
00:19:36Yeah, it's a lie.
00:19:37It's a lie.
00:19:37This woman was a waitress when I met her.
00:19:39In fact, I saved her from a robbery three years ago.
00:19:43She's nothing special.
00:19:44She only married me out of gratitude.
00:19:46I was just a waitress.
00:19:49How convenient for your story, Ben.
00:19:51First time I met her, she was indeed a waitress at the diner.
00:19:55Okay, listen up, everybody.
00:19:56When I met her, I'd only just started my business.
00:20:00Mm-hmm.
00:20:00Now look at me.
00:20:01I'm signing multi-million dollar contracts.
00:20:04And look at her.
00:20:05Still just a cleaner.
00:20:06Mr. Shepard.
00:20:08That woman is my son's ex-wife.
00:20:10She's doing all this out of spite.
00:20:13She's lying, Mr. Shepard.
00:20:14She's just a cleaning lady for your business, isn't she?
00:20:19Let's make something clear.
00:20:22I was the one behind Harrison Group's success.
00:20:25I used my resources to help my ex-husband, but all he saw me as was the maid.
00:20:32Don't lie.
00:20:34You were never good enough for Ben when you married him.
00:20:36Oops.
00:20:37That roof was built with lies.
00:20:40Kathy, you never respected me.
00:20:43And Ben?
00:20:44Dumping me the second you thought you were successful on your own.
00:20:47And the cheating.
00:20:50I think you're blaming the wrong person.
00:20:52You were not good enough for Ben then, and you're certainly not good enough for him now.
00:20:57If you'd prefer to believe a liar's story, then the truth, Kathy.
00:21:04Consider this my resignation from the Harrisons.
00:21:07From everything.
00:21:13Wait, wait, wait.
00:21:14Laura, you think you can just walk in here and, you know, ruin everything?
00:21:17And then just walk out like nothing happened?
00:21:18I don't think so.
00:21:19You're a cleaner.
00:21:20You're a cleaner that cleans toilets.
00:21:23Nobody cares about you.
00:21:24Cleaning toilets or not, at least I have my self-respect.
00:21:30I don't need a fancy title or a rich husband to feel important.
00:21:38I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding.
00:21:40I think all jobs are important.
00:21:42Right, Mom?
00:21:43Ben, what are you doing?
00:21:44But I don't think that a janitor should have some sort of influence over a deal as big as this.
00:21:50A janitor.
00:21:51Well, why don't we ask Miss Smith exactly how she landed that collaboration with Shepard?
00:21:59You did claim to have been the one that secured the deal, weren't you, Miss Smith?
00:22:05Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie.
00:22:08This woman, Laura, she's just a gold digger trying to trick you.
00:22:12I, but, well...
00:22:15A lie, you're saying?
00:22:16Miss Smith, I believe you mentioned securing this contract for Harrison Group.
00:22:20But I don't recognize you.
00:22:22Is this true, Miss Smith?
00:22:26Miss Lewis has helped me on several occasions.
00:22:29This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:22:33But the contract, I mean, Laura tore it up.
00:22:36So, can't we just print another one and get this signing ceremony underway?
00:22:42Reprint it, Mr. Harrison.
00:22:44Perhaps you haven't been paying attention.
00:22:46Without Miss Lewis involvement, I wouldn't even consider partnering with your company.
00:22:55Today, I want to make it clear.
00:22:58Shepard Group has no plans to partner with Harrison Group in the future.
00:23:02Miss Smith, you lied to us.
00:23:07You destroyed everything.
00:23:09What?
00:23:10No, it's a misunderstanding.
00:23:11I can explain.
00:23:13Lewis?
00:23:14Lewis Family Group?
00:23:16This can't be.
00:23:17Believe what you want, Ben.
00:23:19Lewis Group will be holding a massive investment meeting later this week.
00:23:24Three of our vice presidents will be here in Maplewood.
00:23:29And I'm sure you can ask them if you still have any doubts about who I am.
00:23:36Everyone, listen to me.
00:23:38Shepard Group will not be partnering with Harrison.
00:23:43A man who can keep his vows to his wife cannot be trusted to keep his word on a contract.
00:23:50The charade is over, Mr. Harrison.
00:23:52Everyone here deserves to see the truth.
00:23:56Miss Lewis?
00:23:57Shall we take this conversation elsewhere?
00:24:05Someone get a doctor.
00:24:07Help!
00:24:08Mom!
00:24:08Someone get a doctor!
00:24:10Mom!
00:24:10It seems your night has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:24:17Indeed.
00:24:18Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:24:24Okay.
00:24:27What?
00:24:28What now?
00:24:33Mom, this is not all on me.
00:24:35Not on you.
00:24:36I was trying to help.
00:24:38She cheated on you with Shepard, flaunted their affair.
00:24:42Exactly.
00:24:44And those dresses, who could afford those on a janitor's salary?
00:24:48Miss Smith, how could you do this?
00:24:51We trusted you completely.
00:24:52What?
00:24:53No, no.
00:24:54I got Ben the deal.
00:24:56I had no idea Shepard would fall for Laura.
00:25:00She's a liar.
00:25:02Oh, stop it, Amber.
00:25:03You lied to us just as much as she did.
00:25:06Lied?
00:25:07You're on my side.
00:25:09And anyways, I have a plan.
00:25:11The Shepards are no one special.
00:25:13We can expose Laura and all her lies.
00:25:16Go national.
00:25:17We can make ourselves a household name.
00:25:21Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very important phone call to me.
00:25:25Thank you so much for tonight, Mr. Shepard.
00:25:33Thank you as well for standing up for me.
00:25:35It's all right, Laura.
00:25:37You deserve the credit for all your hard work.
00:25:39Can I ask you something?
00:25:40Do you have any place to stay tonight?
00:25:42Maybe a hotel?
00:25:43Don't worry about me, Mr. Shepard.
00:25:46I'll be fine.
00:25:48Excuse me, you can just drop me off.
00:25:49Actually, Laura, actually, Laura, there is something else.
00:25:53Would you consider to go out for dinner sometime?
00:25:56Just casually, of course.
00:25:58Mr. Shepard, are you asking me out?
00:26:02Please, call me Brian.
00:26:05And yes, technically, you're single now.
00:26:10Yes, that may be true, but going out with a newly divorced ex-cleaner isn't exactly proper.
00:26:21Proper?
00:26:21Laura, Laura, I don't give a damn about appearances.
00:26:27Tonight, I saw your intelligence and your strength.
00:26:31Those are qualities I truly admire.
00:26:35So what do you say?
00:26:36Dinner?
00:26:39Just two people getting to know each other.
00:26:45I'm sorry, Mr. Shepard.
00:26:46I actually have another appointment tonight, so I can't.
00:26:50Wait, Laura.
00:26:50Just here is fine.
00:26:55Laura?
00:27:00Laura, who is it?
00:27:02Laura, wait!
00:27:04Jason, find out who owns that car.
00:27:08And do it fast.
00:27:08Ian Lewis, who is this?
00:27:18It's Amber Smith.
00:27:19Mr. Lewis?
00:27:21I'm sorry for the late call, but I believe I have some urgent information about your family.
00:27:26I don't know who you are, Miss Smith.
00:27:28How did you get this number?
00:27:31Don't worry about that right now.
00:27:33I believe I know someone impersonating Laura Lewis.
00:27:36Someone I know very well.
00:27:39Impersonating my niece?
00:27:40And where is this fake Laura?
00:27:45Right here in Maplewood.
00:27:47And let me tell you, she's causing quite a scene.
00:27:50Well, what is she doing exactly?
00:27:54And more to the point, what do you want from me?
00:27:58In the next few days, the Lewis Group will hold an investment meeting, right?
00:28:02I want to meet with the Vice Presidents.
00:28:06All will be revealed then.
00:28:08Very well.
00:28:09I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting.
00:28:12But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:28:15It won't be.
00:28:17Trust me, Mr. Lewis.
00:28:19Thank you, Mr.
00:28:19That little rascal, Laura.
00:28:29I wonder what she's up to now.
00:28:31What?
00:28:32That car belongs to Mr. Yeats, the Lewis family butler.
00:28:39Oh.
00:28:40Lewis family?
00:28:42That's interesting.
00:28:44Could you be connected to them somehow?
00:28:47I'm not sure.
00:28:50Brian!
00:28:51There you are.
00:28:53I've missed you.
00:28:54Chloe.
00:28:56What are you up to?
00:28:57Chloe, what are you doing here?
00:29:00What do you mean?
00:29:00Can't I visit the man I love?
00:29:03We ended things for a reason.
00:29:05It was just one teensy mistake.
00:29:08I was a little bit tipsy.
00:29:11Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:29:12Teensy mistake, you say?
00:29:14You cheated on me.
00:29:15Is this your new fling?
00:29:22Ex-divorcey.
00:29:24Used to clean floors.
00:29:25Quite the catch.
00:29:26What are you saying?
00:29:27Look.
00:29:28My relationship with her is none of your business.
00:29:32And don't you dare talk about her like that.
00:29:35Please.
00:29:36An ex-cleaner turned social climber latching onto a wealthy businessman.
00:29:41It's a classic story.
00:29:42That's enough.
00:29:43I'll get the hell out of my office.
00:29:46You want to be careful, Brian.
00:29:47Duke Industries still holds a lot of weight in Maplewood.
00:29:50If you want Shepard Group to stay afloat, you ought to be more careful.
00:29:58Seems like you've got more on your plate than Laura's secrets now.
00:30:01This is it.
00:30:08The Lewis Group Vice Presidents are on the top floor.
00:30:11Once I'm done speaking with them, I'll have Ben's company rolling in business investments.
00:30:16I'll go speak with them first, and then I'll introduce you.
00:30:20Well, well, well.
00:30:21Look who it is.
00:30:23What a surprise.
00:30:24Did Brian do it to you already?
00:30:27That's none of your business.
00:30:30Now, move aside, please.
00:30:31Laura, just what do you think you're doing, you street rat?
00:30:35You really think you can just ruin my events again?
00:30:37Haven't you ruined my life enough?
00:30:38Don't you have any shame?
00:30:39If you'll excuse me, I have an important meeting to get to.
00:30:43Oh, the nerve.
00:30:45After everything you've done, you think you can just waltz in here and manipulate them too?
00:30:50Seriously?
00:30:51I think you need to reconsider exactly who's manipulating who here.
00:30:56Oh, that's gold.
00:30:57You really think that they're going to let you in, Laura?
00:30:59Laura, please.
00:31:00You're no one compared to me.
00:31:02You don't deserve to be here.
00:31:04The only ones who don't belong here are you three.
00:31:09And you, idiot.
00:31:11Believing every lie that she tells you.
00:31:13Wake up, Ben.
00:31:14Oh, Laura!
00:31:16Laura, come on.
00:31:17Why do you always pull this on me?
00:31:19I mean, seriously, can't you just let me enjoy one of my events for once?
00:31:23I know what this is.
00:31:25So stupid.
00:31:27Oh, shut your trap.
00:31:29Amber spoke directly with the CEO.
00:31:31He invited her to meet with the VPs before the main meeting.
00:31:34Yeah.
00:31:35Amber got me a partnership with the Lewis Group.
00:31:38And unlike some people, I have a real invitation.
00:31:41Well, before you all start celebrating, why don't you take a look at this?
00:31:51Oh, that's rich.
00:31:53You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me.
00:31:56I spoke to Ian Lewis himself, CEO of Lewis Group.
00:32:00Speaking of Brian, where is he right now?
00:32:03You mean my uncle?
00:32:06Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:32:09Ian Lewis personally gave me this invitation himself.
00:32:13And besides, this looks fake.
00:32:16She's a liar.
00:32:18This is a personal invitation for Mr. Yates himself.
00:32:23It grants me access to the VIP elevator, which leads straight to the vice presidential suite.
00:32:28She's lying.
00:32:29They don't have a VIP elevator in this hotel.
00:32:33Is there a special elevator for VIPs in this hotel?
00:32:39Not that I know of.
00:32:41See?
00:32:41She's lying.
00:32:43There you have it, Laura.
00:32:44Even the hotel staff can spot a fake.
00:32:46Go on, get lost before things get worse.
00:32:51Here, take this one.
00:32:53Lead me to the vice president's.
00:32:55You have no idea what you just did.
00:33:00There be consequences.
00:33:03Besides, if you have this relationship with Ian Lewis that you claim to have,
00:33:09why don't you just ask him to get the two of them an invitation?
00:33:15Security!
00:33:15Security!
00:33:16Security!
00:33:16We need this woman removed immediately.
00:33:17She is harassing me.
00:33:18We're done with your games, Laura.
00:33:20You're just a fraud.
00:33:21Ma'am, please move.
00:33:22What?
00:33:23Hold on!
00:33:23Brian Shepard?
00:33:27You think money buys you the right to walk all over people?
00:33:31Well, it doesn't.
00:33:32Yeah.
00:33:33It wasn't enough to kick us out of Maplewood, was it, huh?
00:33:36What other plans do you have to destroy this time?
00:33:38Care you out?
00:33:39After what you did to Laura, you had it coming.
00:33:42Don't play dumb.
00:33:44We know exactly what's been happening here.
00:33:46How long has this little affair been going on?
00:33:48You've been sleeping with her since she was married to my son.
00:33:51Hold on a second.
00:33:53An affair?
00:33:54You think Laura and I?
00:33:57You people are unbelievable.
00:34:01Mr. Carter, get down here ASAP.
00:34:04We have a situation.
00:34:06What, you think you can just boss the manager around now?
00:34:08Is that it?
00:34:09Well, stick around and watch you crash and burn.
00:34:11Miss Lewis, apologies for the delay.
00:34:13How can I help you this evening?
00:34:15Thank you, Mr. Carter, for getting down here so quickly.
00:34:19It seems there's a misunderstanding.
00:34:21These people don't think that I belong here.
00:34:25Well, Mr. Carter, I can assure you, this woman is a cleaner.
00:34:28A cleaner?
00:34:29Nonsense.
00:34:29I personally greeted Miss Lewis upon her arrival in Maplewood three years ago.
00:34:34Exactly.
00:34:36Lewis Group, my company, has some major investments planned here in Maplewood.
00:34:43I was just here investigating potential business opportunities.
00:34:46No, this woman doesn't know the difference between business and a hole in the ground.
00:34:51She's been this way since my son divorced her.
00:34:53She's insane.
00:34:54Actually, I met Laura three years ago at the coffee shop.
00:34:58She helped secure a profitable investment for Shepard Group.
00:35:02No, it's a lie.
00:35:05Mr. Shepard, she's tricking you, too.
00:35:09You know, it's exhausting trying to argue with people who forget who helped them.
00:35:16Mr. Carter, would you mind showing me to the VIP elevator?
00:35:19Wait, is that why you're covering for her?
00:35:21Huh?
00:35:22Because of the affair?
00:35:22Because she slept with you?
00:35:24Excuse me.
00:35:24Of course.
00:35:25Who are you, and how dare you speak to Miss Lewis that way?
00:35:28Enough of this.
00:35:28She's right.
00:35:29That's enough.
00:35:30Have you knew you'll embarrass yourself enough?
00:35:31This is Lewis Group property.
00:35:34Behave or I'll call security.
00:35:36But she doesn't even have a VIP entrance access.
00:35:39She shouldn't be here.
00:35:41Since you're having trouble understanding, Ben, let me make it clear.
00:35:45This hotel is owned by the Lewis family.
00:35:49It's mine to come or go as I please.
00:35:57Thank you for stepping in, Brian.
00:35:59I owe you one.
00:36:02We'll talk about this later.
00:36:04Well, it seems divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision, Mr. Harrison.
00:36:15Come in.
00:36:16Excuse me, Vice Presidents.
00:36:21I'm Amber Smith, General Manager of the Lewis Group Maplewood Branch.
00:36:25I believe Ian Lewis told you about our meeting today?
00:36:28Maplewood Branch.
00:36:30Our records don't show any Maplewood Branch, Miss Smith.
00:36:35Are you sure you haven't gotten something mixed up?
00:36:39Ian Lewis, Mr. Lewis, reassured me that today we would discuss, well,
00:36:46expansion plans.
00:36:48Expansion plans?
00:36:50Miss Smith?
00:36:51A decision like that wouldn't be taken without board approval.
00:36:55And frankly, we haven't heard anything about Maplewood Branch.
00:36:59But Ian Lewis assured me that...
00:37:03Miss Smith, we have a very important guest arriving soon.
00:37:06Perhaps you'd like to schedule a follow-up meeting with one of our staff.
00:37:09Maybe I can stay for this guest and offer some local...
00:37:12Miss Smith, we'd like you to leave.
00:37:14If you don't, we'll call security.
00:37:21Hey, stop there.
00:37:23This elevator is a VIP only.
00:37:25Back, please.
00:37:26Of course.
00:37:27My apologies.
00:37:28Oh, Laura?
00:37:37Vice Presidents!
00:37:38It's so good to see all of you again.
00:37:42Miss Lewis, it's been too long.
00:37:44Your return is a lifesaver, Miss Lewis.
00:37:47The Lewis Group has floundered under your uncle's, well, shall we say, unconventional leadership.
00:37:53The board are begging you to come back, Miss Lewis.
00:37:58Well, please sit.
00:38:00Yes, well, it is time for me to get my career back on track.
00:38:04We've got a meeting planned.
00:38:07A big one.
00:38:08In just a few days.
00:38:10Local powerhouses and smaller players, too.
00:38:14They'll all be there in one spot.
00:38:15Miss Lewis, we met with an Amber Smith.
00:38:19Yes, she claimed your uncle appointed her general manager of a Maplewood branch for the Lewis Group.
00:38:27She said that, did she?
00:38:29Well, Miss Smith is a liar.
00:38:31There is no Maplewood branch, at least not yet.
00:38:34She lied so blatantly, it was, it's unbelievable.
00:38:38Well, don't worry.
00:38:39I found a much more suitable partner.
00:38:44Shepherd Group.
00:38:45Shepherd Group?
00:38:46Their rise to a public company has been impressive.
00:38:49Do you have anything to do with that?
00:38:53So, what happens now with this Amber Smith?
00:38:57Oh, don't worry about Amber.
00:39:01I've got plans for her.
00:39:05Miss Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the meeting from us.
00:39:14Cheers.
00:39:15Cheers.
00:39:19You too.
00:39:25Go.
00:39:26No, I'm not leaving.
00:39:27What are you talking about?
00:39:27No, come on.
00:39:28Wait!
00:39:28I'm Amber Smith.
00:39:30I'm the Lewis Group manager of Maplewood branch.
00:39:32What are you doing?
00:39:32These are my guests.
00:39:33Yeah, that's right.
00:39:34Tell them who we are.
00:39:35Yes, we were waiting for Miss Smith.
00:39:39Lewis Group Maplewood branch?
00:39:40No such thing, ma'am.
00:39:41And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:39:44Of course.
00:39:46Laura!
00:39:47She's probably sleeping with the manager as well.
00:39:49That's how she gets away with everything.
00:39:52You underestimate her, Kathy.
00:39:53She's probably sleeping with all three vice presidents.
00:39:56No way a girl like her could get into a hotel like this.
00:39:59Be careful with your words.
00:40:01Both of you.
00:40:03Accusations like that can get you in serious trouble.
00:40:07Look who can't even get into a meeting.
00:40:09Whilst I secure three with all the vice presidents.
00:40:13And let's not forget the mystery guests that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:40:16Looks like she used you and tossed you aside.
00:40:19Used me?
00:40:20Unlike some people.
00:40:21I don't mind being helpful.
00:40:23You're so stupid.
00:40:25She threw you away like yesterday's trash.
00:40:28Don't worry, Brian.
00:40:29You deserve better.
00:40:31And let's not forget.
00:40:32I'm the new Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group.
00:40:35Appointed by the CEO of Lewis Group themselves.
00:40:38Ian Lewis.
00:40:39New branch manager, huh?
00:40:42Interesting.
00:40:43Laura Lewis?
00:40:44What are you doing here?
00:40:46Get out of here!
00:40:47You claim to be the mystery guest.
00:40:50Don't play games, Laura.
00:40:51I was formally invited by Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting.
00:40:56Only the top companies get those.
00:40:59Looks like you're all out of luck.
00:41:01Is that so?
00:41:03Well then, there seems to be a misunderstanding.
00:41:07You see, I'm not sure if you know Miss Smith, but Lewis Group is my company.
00:41:13And I decide who goes to the meetings.
00:41:17Escort them out.
00:41:19What?
00:41:19Their visit is over.
00:41:20Oh, come on.
00:41:21This way, please.
00:41:23I'm not leaving.
00:41:25Move.
00:41:26We're not leaving again.
00:41:27Move.
00:41:28Oh, no, no, no.
00:41:28We're not going now.
00:41:29Okay, bye, bye.
00:41:30This isn't over, Laura.
00:41:32You see.
00:41:35Thanks for waiting, Len.
00:41:38Laura, I'm glad you're okay.
00:41:41And thank you for defending me.
00:41:48I really appreciate it.
00:41:49Um, are you coming to the meeting?
00:41:54Yes, but it's going to be tricky.
00:41:57Why?
00:41:57I'm sure that Shepard Group got an invitation.
00:42:06Yes.
00:42:08Laura, there's something you should know.
00:42:12Is this about Ben?
00:42:15Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems.
00:42:19He won't even get past security.
00:42:22Laura, it's not Ben.
00:42:25It's someone else.
00:42:28Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:42:31Yes.
00:42:35Her name is Chloe Duke.
00:42:38She is daughter of the Duke family.
00:42:42She's my ex-fiance.
00:42:45And, uh, let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:42:51And, let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:42:56And, for some reason, she's having a hard time moving on.
00:43:03And, you think that she's going to cause problems at the meeting for...
00:43:13Out of jealousy?
00:43:16There's a possibility.
00:43:18She's kind of jealous.
00:43:20Well, all the more reason for you to be there.
00:43:24Besides, I'll be there, too.
00:43:30Laura.
00:43:33Would you consider being a guest at the meeting?
00:43:36What?
00:43:38Are you worried that this Chloe's going to cause problems for me, too?
00:43:41Maybe a little.
00:43:43But, mostly, I want to show them we're a team.
00:43:47Well, it's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard.
00:43:53Laura.
00:43:53I don't care about your best.
00:44:00I just want to be by your side.
00:44:02I think I'm falling for you.
00:44:08Brian.
00:44:08I appreciate your honesty.
00:44:16And, right now, I'm just not...
00:44:20I just don't really have romance on my mind right now.
00:44:24Just with everything going on.
00:44:27And going on.
00:44:28It's okay.
00:44:28I just want to be up front.
00:44:33And if Chloe tries anything,
00:44:35you won't face her alone.
00:44:40There's just one thing I do need.
00:44:44What is it?
00:44:45A formal dress.
00:44:48Ah, security!
00:45:01She doesn't belong here.
00:45:03This is a private store.
00:45:04Excuse me.
00:45:06We need some assistance.
00:45:07I'm looking for a very particular dress.
00:45:13Wow.
00:45:14It's beautiful.
00:45:16It is.
00:45:17I'll try this one on.
00:45:18Don't bother with her.
00:45:20She can't afford anything here.
00:45:22She's just a cleaner.
00:45:23She doesn't deserve to shop here.
00:45:25She has no money.
00:45:25Yeah, exactly.
00:45:28I mean, what are you doing here?
00:45:30Can't you just leave me alone?
00:45:31I wouldn't bat an eyelash
00:45:32if you just disappeared.
00:45:34I'm here for retail therapy.
00:45:36Oh, please.
00:45:38This store is for the A-list only.
00:45:40Not some cheapskate like you.
00:45:42Says the woman who barged into my marriage.
00:45:45Hey.
00:45:45Show some respect.
00:45:47Oh, wow.
00:45:48Typical Laura.
00:45:49Just thinks she can buy anything she wants
00:45:50with someone else's money.
00:45:52I would have asked you,
00:45:53but without me,
00:45:54I'm sure you're already broke.
00:45:56Oh, please.
00:45:57Come on.
00:45:57We'll take the dress.
00:45:58Sir, this particular dress
00:46:00is not for sale.
00:46:02What do you mean you don't sell it?
00:46:04I want it.
00:46:05Name your price.
00:46:06It's not about the price, ma'am.
00:46:08This one was custom-made for Miss Lewis,
00:46:10the Lewis Group heiress.
00:46:12The entire brand belongs to her.
00:46:14This beautiful dress
00:46:15is for display purposes only.
00:46:18It wouldn't suit you anyway, Amber.
00:46:20What are you talking about?
00:46:22Of course it would suit her.
00:46:23It'd fit her just fine.
00:46:24And if it wouldn't fit me,
00:46:25it certainly wouldn't fit
00:46:26your chunky self either.
00:46:28Well, buying the whole store,
00:46:30allow me to purchase this dress.
00:46:35Oh, please.
00:46:37Don't you know that this store
00:46:38belongs to Lewis Group?
00:46:39We wouldn't sell it
00:46:40to someone like you.
00:46:41Amber,
00:46:42you're not even a branch manager yet.
00:46:44You don't get to speak
00:46:45on behalf of Lewis Group.
00:46:47Could you?
00:46:47Please tell me more about this dress.
00:46:50Of course.
00:46:51It was custom-made for Laura Lewis,
00:46:54heiress to the Lewis Group fortune,
00:46:56hand-stitched in Italy, naturally.
00:46:59Apparently, there are many more like it,
00:47:01displayed in high-end stores
00:47:03and museums around the world
00:47:05from her private collection.
00:47:07Laura,
00:47:08do you like this dress?
00:47:09Of course.
00:47:11It's custom-made for me.
00:47:13I'm just here to take
00:47:14what's already mine.
00:47:16Oh, you can't be serious.
00:47:17There must be millions
00:47:19of Laura Lewis's
00:47:20out there in the world.
00:47:21Fine, fine.
00:47:22If it's not for sale,
00:47:24can't I at least try it on?
00:47:25It would look incredible on me.
00:47:27Miss,
00:47:28this dress is very delicate.
00:47:30If I may be frank,
00:47:31I don't think this
00:47:33would fit you properly.
00:47:35Are you calling me fat?
00:47:36Actually,
00:47:37on a second thought,
00:47:39why don't we just buy
00:47:40the whole brand?
00:47:42How's that sound?
00:47:43Sir, are you serious?
00:47:44You would just buy
00:47:45the entire brand
00:47:46for one dress?
00:47:47This brand is worth
00:47:48at least $50 million.
00:47:50And to buy it
00:47:51for a waitress?
00:47:54Are you out of your mind?
00:47:55Yes.
00:47:56You see,
00:47:56even if you had the money,
00:47:58they wouldn't sell it to you.
00:47:59Just one second.
00:48:01Yes.
00:48:03This is Brian Shepard,
00:48:05CEO of Shepard Group.
00:48:06I'd like to speak
00:48:07with your head of acquisitions.
00:48:09I'm interested in purchasing
00:48:11your high fashion brand.
00:48:15What?
00:48:17Sorry, sir.
00:48:18That brand is not for sale.
00:48:21You see,
00:48:22if we can't have it,
00:48:23neither can you.
00:48:27Mr. Yates.
00:48:28Yes, this is Laura Lewis.
00:48:31I'm calling to discuss
00:48:32the sale of our
00:48:33high-end clothing brand
00:48:35to Shepard Group.
00:48:37Oh, come on.
00:48:39Calling the Lewis family
00:48:40butler won't get you
00:48:41anywhere, sweetie.
00:48:42Exactly.
00:48:43Come on, this is pathetic.
00:48:44You really think
00:48:44this is going to work?
00:48:45It's sad.
00:48:46Excellent.
00:48:48Thank you, Mr. Yates.
00:48:49That's all.
00:48:56Yes?
00:48:57What?
00:49:02Are you willing
00:49:03to submit the brand?
00:49:06Awesome.
00:49:12Hello?
00:49:13Yes?
00:49:15Wow.
00:49:16Yes, of course.
00:49:17Absolutely.
00:49:19Mm-hmm.
00:49:20Uh, the store,
00:49:23along with the entire brand,
00:49:24has been sold
00:49:25to Mr. Shepard.
00:49:26Uh-huh.
00:49:26The Shepard Group
00:49:27is the new owner.
00:49:28How may I be
00:49:29of service today, sir?
00:49:31Well, Lauren,
00:49:33I don't know much
00:49:33about fashion,
00:49:34so I would like
00:49:35to give this brand
00:49:36to you.
00:49:37You can't be serious.
00:49:39You don't have
00:49:39the kind of money
00:49:40to buy this store.
00:49:41Don't listen to her,
00:49:43Brian.
00:49:44You two just go
00:49:46do whatever you do
00:49:46somewhere else.
00:49:47You're not welcome here.
00:49:48I want the two of these
00:49:50out of my store.
00:49:55I want the two of these
00:49:56out of my store.
00:49:57Of course.
00:50:00Oh, come on.
00:50:01Sir?
00:50:02Ma'am?
00:50:03You're afraid
00:50:03I have to ask you to leave?
00:50:04Well, we're not leaving.
00:50:05Okay?
00:50:05Hey, hey, hey!
00:50:07This isn't over, Laura!
00:50:09Could I try
00:50:09the dress on now?
00:50:10Of course,
00:50:11Miss Lewis.
00:50:12You just follow me.
00:50:18Wow.
00:50:21Miss Lewis,
00:50:23this dress really
00:50:24was made for you.
00:50:27Laura,
00:50:28you look
00:50:29breathtaking
00:50:30in this dress.
00:50:31Brian,
00:50:32why would you do
00:50:34all of this
00:50:36for me?
00:50:38Laura,
00:50:39because you deserve
00:50:42everything beautiful
00:50:43in the world.
00:50:43and that includes
00:50:46this dress.
00:50:50Will you give us a chance
00:50:51to see where things
00:50:53could go?
00:50:54I...
00:50:54I need a moment.
00:50:57Perhaps we could
00:50:58talk some more
00:50:59about this
00:50:59after the investment
00:51:01meeting?
00:51:03Does that mean
00:51:04it could be a yes?
00:51:06Maybe.
00:51:11Hi.
00:51:13Well, well, well.
00:51:27Look who decided
00:51:28to join the party.
00:51:29Playing dress-up again,
00:51:30Laura?
00:51:31One more
00:51:31disrespectful remark
00:51:32towards Laura,
00:51:33Miss Smith.
00:51:34And you understand
00:51:35the meaning of rude.
00:51:36You threatening
00:51:37my girlfriend
00:51:37in front of everyone
00:51:38for this?
00:51:40This gold digger.
00:51:42You know,
00:51:42Ben,
00:51:42I really cared
00:51:44about you,
00:51:45even after all
00:51:45the horrible things
00:51:46you said to me
00:51:47after our divorce.
00:51:48I know the name
00:51:49of a great
00:51:50psychologist in New York.
00:51:52Maybe the shrinks
00:51:52in Maplewood
00:51:53aren't equipped
00:51:55to deal with
00:51:56your issues.
00:51:57Enough!
00:51:58I've had enough
00:51:59of this drama.
00:52:00Yeah, me too.
00:52:02Try that again,
00:52:03and you'll regret it.
00:52:05Now, get the hell
00:52:05out of my face.
00:52:07Let's see if you two
00:52:08even make it
00:52:08past the door.
00:52:09Yeah.
00:52:09I'm sorry,
00:52:13Miss Smith,
00:52:13but your name's
00:52:14not on the guest list.
00:52:15What?
00:52:16That's impossible.
00:52:18I was invited
00:52:18by the CEO himself.
00:52:22Unfortunately,
00:52:23neither Harrison Group
00:52:24or Smith Group
00:52:25name is on the list.
00:52:26What?
00:52:27Looks like you two
00:52:28won't be getting let in
00:52:29after all.
00:52:31You don't have
00:52:31an invitation.
00:52:32You're just here
00:52:33because of Brian.
00:52:34Let me see this.
00:52:39This doesn't even
00:52:40look real.
00:52:40It's different
00:52:41from mine.
00:52:42Why don't you
00:52:42ask her
00:52:43if it's real?
00:52:46This appears
00:52:47to be a VIP invitation
00:52:48from the vice president.
00:52:51Please, right this way.
00:52:53We can continue
00:52:54this discussion later
00:52:55if you manage
00:52:56to get in.
00:52:56Sir,
00:53:02Madam,
00:53:03we recommend
00:53:03you leave.
00:53:06There you are!
00:53:07How dare you
00:53:08steal my fiancée!
00:53:11There you are!
00:53:13How dare you
00:53:14steal my fiancée!
00:53:15Looks like
00:53:16another relationship
00:53:16fights the dust,
00:53:17Laura.
00:53:18Looks like
00:53:19stealing men
00:53:20is a hobby of yours.
00:53:21Get away from him!
00:53:23He's engaged to me!
00:53:24Hey, hey, hey.
00:53:25Hold your horses, Glenn.
00:53:26That ended
00:53:27a long time ago.
00:53:29Engaged to you.
00:53:30Everyone in
00:53:31Maplewood knows
00:53:32what you did
00:53:33to Brian.
00:53:34Your relationship's
00:53:35history.
00:53:37That was just
00:53:38a little tiff.
00:53:38You really think
00:53:39that could tear us
00:53:40apart?
00:53:41Don't you know
00:53:42who I am?
00:53:44Don't pretend
00:53:45like you don't know.
00:53:46Oh, honey.
00:53:47She don't recognize
00:53:48royalty,
00:53:49let alone a duke.
00:53:50She's just a maid,
00:53:51remember?
00:53:52I don't have time
00:53:53for all this drama.
00:53:55Brian?
00:53:57Let's head inside.
00:53:59Brian!
00:54:00How could you
00:54:01choose this
00:54:01cleaner
00:54:02over me?
00:54:04Are you really
00:54:05going to humiliate
00:54:06me in front of
00:54:06all of Maplewood?
00:54:08There's nothing
00:54:08left to say,
00:54:09Gloria.
00:54:09Don't make this
00:54:10a scene.
00:54:11Shall we?
00:54:12You okay,
00:54:18Miss Duke?
00:54:20And you are?
00:54:21Amber Smith.
00:54:23I'm the Maplewood
00:54:24branch manager
00:54:25of Lewis Group.
00:54:26What branch?
00:54:26I've never heard of it.
00:54:28What do you want
00:54:28from me?
00:54:29That Laura!
00:54:30She tore up
00:54:31my invitation.
00:54:32Do you think
00:54:33you can get me inside?
00:54:34What, your little
00:54:35manager title
00:54:35couldn't get you
00:54:36past the front door?
00:54:37Please don't
00:54:39waste my time.
00:54:40meet us.
00:54:47Bye.
00:54:47Bye.
00:54:48Bye.
00:54:49Bye.
00:54:49Oh!
00:54:49Bye.
00:54:54If I can't have Brian, neither can you.
00:55:15The Duke family has more influence than you think.
00:55:19Chloe, good to see you. I've been expecting you.
00:55:22Uncle Jones, how are you?
00:55:23I need your help with something.
00:55:27What is it? Anything for my little Chloe.
00:55:30It's Brian.
00:55:32Who's that woman? I thought you were...
00:55:35She's a con woman. She actually used to be a cleaner in his company.
00:55:39What? Are you saying Brian left you for a cleaner?
00:55:45She's pretending to be a Louis to get close to him.
00:55:49What are you planning?
00:55:52I want to destroy Shepard Group.
00:55:57Anyway, I am terribly sorry about Chloe.
00:56:01I had no idea she would be so... intense.
00:56:06What do you mean? You so should have taken her up on her offer. I mean, you guys are just... power couple.
00:56:18I see what you're doing. Power couple, you say? More like a disaster waiting to happen.
00:56:27Anyway, shall we take a seat?
00:56:29Actually, Brian, my seat is... it's up there.
00:56:36Really?
00:56:37She doesn't deserve to sit there.
00:56:39Excuse me.
00:56:40This is my VIP invitation. I can sit wherever I like.
00:56:46Hey, what do you think you're doing?
00:56:48This is signed by all three VPs of Louis Group.
00:56:51Where did you get this? Who did you have to sleep with?
00:56:55That's enough.
00:56:58This is getting us nowhere.
00:57:00Laura is my guest.
00:57:02And I will not tolerate any kind of disrespect towards her.
00:57:07Got it?
00:57:08Mr. Shepard, what do you see in that woman?
00:57:12Miss Duke is a perfect match for you.
00:57:14She's from a good family, beautiful and successful. What more could you ask for?
00:57:21That's a good question. Not much, actually. Honesty. That's what I want. And love. Things that clearly, Chloe has no idea.
00:57:35I said I was sorry. What more do you want?
00:57:39I've watched Chloe grow up. She's like a daughter to me. I won't allow her to be spoken to like that.
00:57:46One more chance, Brian. Let's forget all this nonsense.
00:57:53Do it, Mr. Shepard. Propose. Right here. Right now.
00:57:59Brian?
00:58:01Well, is this how the Duke family handles business deals? By forcing a ring on someone?
00:58:10Do it. Or you can kiss goodbye all future investments with the Duke family.
00:58:20Don't you dare. You're humiliating yourself.
00:58:24How dare you? Do you really like this nobody from nowhere?
00:58:28Yes. I like it.
00:58:33But I can't imagine someone like her interested in me.
00:58:37The truth is, I wouldn't be here where I am today without her.
00:58:44Why would you choose someone like her?
00:58:47Exactly. This woman is trouble. She doesn't belong here. Throw her out.
00:58:52You do realize that there is no investment meeting without me?
00:58:57Interesting turn of events.
00:58:59Perhaps it's time we shed some light on your mysterious past.
00:59:03Do you actually think that just because you have the name Laura, that you're the missing heiress Laura Lewis?
00:59:13You know what? Maybe you're right, Chloe.
00:59:16Ridiculous. Is that what you've been telling everyone?
00:59:19I'm sure that the Duke family still values cooperation, but wow. Did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe?
00:59:29You have no right to talk to Miss Duke like that.
00:59:32That's enough. You don't get to talk here.
00:59:35You got mad, Shepard. You dare to go against Miss Duke.
00:59:38And the same applies to everyone else here. Anyone who insults Laura.
00:59:44Leave us with a black eye.
00:59:46It's willing to offend the Duke for her.
00:59:48What kind of charm does she have?
00:59:50I want to be careful, Brian. Don't forget that this entire hotel chain is owned by the Lewis Group.
00:59:55Are you willing to get blacklisted for this public tantrum?
00:59:59The Lewis Group isn't blacklisting anyone, especially not Shepard Group.
01:00:08Lewis Group RS? You? Don't make me laugh.
01:00:14Security, remove these two impostors from the premises.
01:00:18Wait, Uncle Jones. Give Brian another chance. Choose, Brian.
01:00:23Me and the future you deserve or this fraud.
01:00:29Chloe, I have everything I ever wanted right here.
01:00:35And I wouldn't trade for all the power the Duke's home in Maplewood.
01:00:39Fine.
01:00:45Short the stock of the Shepard Group.
01:00:47What?
01:00:50You forced my hand, Brian.
01:00:52Now Shepard Group is ruined.
01:00:54The Duke family, they can't be serious.
01:00:56Shepard Group is doomed.
01:00:58Brian, you don't have to do this for me.
01:01:02Laura, I will never let anyone bully you, let alone them.
01:01:08Thank you, Brian, for... for believing in me, for protecting me.
01:01:16Now it's my turn to protect you.
01:01:20Listen carefully.
01:01:27I need you to protect the Shepard Group stock at all costs.
01:01:33Don't let it drop even one cent.
01:01:37Do you understand?
01:01:39Wow.
01:01:40Award-winning performance, Laura.
01:01:43But you can't possibly control the stock market.
01:01:46Want to put your money where your mouth is, Chloe?
01:01:50If the Shepard stock holds for the next five minutes,
01:02:00you owe me a public apology.
01:02:08Deal.
01:02:13Well, looks like your five minutes is up.
01:02:17Let's see how the Shepard stock is doing.
01:02:20What the... the Shepard Group stock prices?
01:02:27It's going up!
01:02:29This can't be happening.
01:02:30It must be a coincidence.
01:02:38Why didn't you short the stock like I asked?
01:02:41There was a huge investment.
01:02:43We couldn't compete.
01:02:44Shepard stock price is being heavily supported.
01:02:46How did you do this?
01:02:49Like I said, Chloe,
01:02:53I'm Laura Lewis.
01:02:56No, you're not.
01:02:57You're just some cleaner.
01:02:58You don't have access to billions.
01:03:01Well,
01:03:02I think it's time for my apology.
01:03:09No.
01:03:11I think it's time for my apology.
01:03:13There is no way I'm apologizing to you.
01:03:15If things were the other way,
01:03:17would you be so quick to forgive me, Chloe?
01:03:20The truth is,
01:03:22everyone here
01:03:24has seen you be a bully
01:03:26and a coward
01:03:29and now
01:03:30a sore loser.
01:03:33This is so humiliating for her.
01:03:36How did she manage that?
01:03:37Maybe she really is a Lewis.
01:03:40Apologize to Miss Lewis.
01:03:42Shut up.
01:03:44Don't you dare talk about Miss Duke like that.
01:03:47Don't forget,
01:03:48the Duke family own half of Maplewood.
01:03:50You don't deserve us.
01:03:52Let's get out of here.
01:03:54Hold on.
01:03:56This
01:03:58is where I belong.
01:04:00And that
01:04:02is my chair.
01:04:04You can't go there.
01:04:05That is the VIP section.
01:04:07Only those invited by the Lewis Group Vice Presidents get to sit there.
01:04:11Like I said, Chloe,
01:04:14that's my seat.
01:04:15I had a rumor floating around a few days ago.
01:04:23Seems Miss Lewis caused quite a scene
01:04:27at a signing ceremony between her ex and Mr. Shepherd.
01:04:31Wasn't it?
01:04:32Are you planning another outburst, Laura?
01:04:34Is this how you charm all your men?
01:04:36Shall we?
01:04:38My pleasure.
01:04:40What are you doing?
01:04:41Let go.
01:04:43It doesn't matter what happened.
01:04:45I choose to stay by Laura's side.
01:04:48Let's go.
01:04:50Don't be absurd.
01:04:51That seat is reserved for a very important guest.
01:04:55Someone so esteemed,
01:04:57even the Vice Presidents have to bow low.
01:05:02And...
01:05:04how exactly, Mr. Jones?
01:05:07Are you so sure that I'm not that esteemed guest?
01:05:11Wait.
01:05:12That's Peter Young.
01:05:13Director of Business Affairs at Lewis Group.
01:05:18Ask Peter Young.
01:05:20He decides which investments are they?
01:05:21Mr. Young, it's Chloe Duke.
01:05:23Head of Duke Industries.
01:05:24So glad you could join us.
01:05:25Why is everyone standing around?
01:05:27It's her.
01:05:28She's making a huge scene trying to claim the VIP seat.
01:05:31It's embarrassing.
01:05:33That seat's reserved for the Lewis Group VIP guest.
01:05:36Specifically the family heir.
01:05:38Please get off the stage.
01:05:40Oh yes.
01:05:42Mr. Young, was it?
01:05:44I think I remember you.
01:05:45You manage my family's investments.
01:05:49Don't pretend like you know what's going on.
01:05:52Please get off the stage.
01:05:54That seat's reserved for the Lewis family heir.
01:05:56I need to make one thing crystal clear.
01:06:04I am the heir of the Lewis family.
01:06:12This is ridiculous.
01:06:14You, the Lewis heir.
01:06:16Don't you know that Miss Lewis is a legend around here?
01:06:18You must be out of your mind trusting a complete stranger like this.
01:06:22Exactly.
01:06:23We ran a background check on her and it turns out she's just some cleaner that used to work for the Harrison Group.
01:06:29Before that, a cashier in my famous supermarket.
01:06:32See, Brian?
01:06:34This is who you've been chasing after.
01:06:36A liar and a cheat.
01:06:37Security.
01:06:38Get this imposter out of here.
01:06:40And everyone here is a witness.
01:06:42Why would any of you trust Laura?
01:06:45If any of you dares to harm her, you have to go through me first.
01:06:51Brian, she's just some nobody.
01:06:54She's just someone that the Harrison Group ditched.
01:06:58They didn't even want her.
01:06:59What exactly do you see in her?
01:07:01Escort this imposter out of here.
01:07:03Now.
01:07:04Oh, Peter.
01:07:12Peter.
01:07:14Do you have any idea what you're doing?
01:07:16Mr. Yates.
01:07:18I'm so glad you could join us.
01:07:21Miss Lewis.
01:07:23Sorry about the delay.
01:07:25And for all the trouble you've had to put up with.
01:07:27It's no trouble, Mr. Yates.
01:07:30Luckily I haven't been alone.
01:07:31I've had the great company of my very loyal...
01:07:36...friend.
01:07:38Wait a minute.
01:07:39She's Miss Lewis.
01:07:40Is this a joke?
01:07:42Mr. Young.
01:07:43You're new to the Lewis Group.
01:07:45So, I can understand why you wouldn't recognize Miss Lewis.
01:07:49But you listened to lies without checking the facts.
01:07:52And almost called the police.
01:07:54Tell me, Mr. Young, who put you up to this?
01:08:00Was it my uncle, Ian Lewis?
01:08:05I knew it.
01:08:09Consider this your... termination.
01:08:13I get it now.
01:08:15This is all an act.
01:08:16Right?
01:08:17Chloe, what are you doing?
01:08:18We still want to work with the Lewis family.
01:08:20Work with them?
01:08:21Are you blind?
01:08:22This woman is clearly having an affair with this old man.
01:08:25That's enough, young lady.
01:08:27You've got no right to disrespect the head of the Lewis Group.
01:08:32Oh, Chloe.
01:08:34I can't believe we're going through this again.
01:08:36I think you need some professional help.
01:08:39Maybe I could make you an appointment with a great psychiatrist.
01:08:42Chloe, that's enough.
01:08:43That's ridiculous.
01:08:44If you were really the Lewis family heir, you would have the ring.
01:08:47So why don't you show it to everyone?
01:08:49Show us the ring!
01:08:54Why don't you show that to everyone?
01:08:56Show us the ring!
01:08:58Show us the ring!
01:08:59Who are you to make demands of me?
01:09:02I don't answer to anyone but myself.
01:09:06I don't need any of your validation.
01:09:09There's a ring!
01:09:12There's a ring!
01:09:17Vice Presidents!
01:09:19I'm Chloe Duke of the Duke family.
01:09:21This woman is an imposter!
01:09:23Ms Lewis, we apologize for the delay.
01:09:26How could you just let that con woman sit there?
01:09:29Get her out of here!
01:09:30This seat was always for Ms Lewis.
01:09:33She's the special guest we've been waiting for.
01:09:36The investment queen!
01:09:39The real heir to Lewis Group!
01:09:41Laura Lewis!
01:09:43She was a divorced host wife!
01:09:45A janitor! How can she?
01:09:47She can't be! It's a lie! I'm telling you!
01:09:49It's a lie!
01:09:50Do you think we'd lie?
01:09:52We run Lewis Group!
01:09:54Oh Chloe, you assaulted me earlier.
01:09:58And you came to this meeting to what?
01:10:01Sabotage it.
01:10:02You'll be hearing from our legal team.
01:10:08Is this true, Ms Duke?
01:10:10Did you try and sabotage this meeting?
01:10:12Yes, it's all true!
01:10:14She fooled us all!
01:10:16The Duke tricked us to keep Lewis Group out of Maplewood and control everything themselves!
01:10:22I had no idea!
01:10:23But I'm on your side!
01:10:26I can give you everything you need.
01:10:29All the resources in Maplewood.
01:10:31Ms Lewis, how would you like us to deal with this?
01:10:35An eye for an eye.
01:10:38Since Ms Duke here loves ruining things, I'll target her precious Duke Industries.
01:10:52I want them bankrupt in 10 minutes.
01:10:55You're bluffing.
01:10:57You're nobody.
01:10:58You'll always be a nobody.
01:10:59And you can't touch me.
01:11:01Then, consider this a test, Chloe.
01:11:05I didn't need my family's support with Shepard, and I certainly don't need it now.
01:11:10Chloe, you dug your own grave.
01:11:13You think you can destroy Maplewood's leading family with just the Shepard group?
01:11:19Please.
01:11:21We'll see.
01:11:22Dad?
01:11:23Slow down!
01:11:24What are you talking about?
01:11:26No.
01:11:27It's impossible!
01:11:29Chloe, what have you done?
01:11:30Years of hard work.
01:11:31Just draw it in minutes.
01:11:33What did you do?
01:11:35Well, Chloe?
01:11:37Isn't this what you wanted?
01:11:39What did you do?
01:11:41Well, Chloe?
01:11:43Isn't this what you wanted?
01:11:45What did you do?
01:11:47Well, Chloe?
01:11:49Isn't this what you wanted?
01:11:52To give me a little taste of destruction?
01:11:55This is impossible.
01:11:57It's impossible!
01:11:59Chloe, what have you done?
01:12:01The news is everywhere.
01:12:03Shepard's launched a full-scale assault on the stock market.
01:12:06They're hammering our shares.
01:12:08Are you sure it's just Shepard's?
01:12:11Yes!
01:12:12Shareholders are dumping our stock like it's a hot potato.
01:12:15We could go bankrupt.
01:12:17You've ruined everything!
01:12:18Don't worry, Mr. Duke.
01:12:20When your company does go bankrupt, I'll buy it.
01:12:24At a fire sale price.
01:12:26Your employees won't even be affected.
01:12:28Brilliant!
01:12:30A masterstroke, Ms. Lewis.
01:12:32Now, this is my event.
01:12:36Please leave.
01:12:38Brian, I did this for us!
01:12:40Everything I did, I did for us, Brian!
01:12:44Chloe, you need help.
01:12:46You need help.
01:12:47These feelings you have for me, it's not love.
01:12:52It's obsession.
01:12:54Enough!
01:12:55If you don't want to ruin everything completely, you'll come with me.
01:12:58Right now.
01:13:00No!
01:13:01Right now!
01:13:03No!
01:13:04No!
01:13:05Ryan!
01:13:10Laura!
01:13:11This isn't over!
01:13:13Get out of me!
01:13:15Ryan!
01:13:16Ryan!
01:13:17You hear me?
01:13:19What is going on here?
01:13:21Did they finally expose Laura's lies?
01:13:23Shepard Group.
01:13:25They're the new partner that's partnering up with Lewis Group for Maplewood.
01:13:28They're handling all future construction projects.
01:13:31That can't be!
01:13:33What about us? That was our project!
01:13:35Remember, Laura teamed up with Brian.
01:13:37Harrison Group is practically out.
01:13:39We have no chance.
01:13:40We can't give up that easily.
01:13:42Remember, Ian Lewis himself appointed me as general manager.
01:13:46In a few days, he promised that he would let us meet with a new heir.
01:13:50You're right.
01:13:51If we can just meet with a new heir, we can bypass the Shepards and meet directly with the Lewis Group.
01:13:56We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:13:59That's right.
01:14:04Vice Presidents, allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:14:10I'm sure I've mentioned him before.
01:14:12Mr. Shepard, it's finally a pleasure to meet you!
01:14:15We've looked into your company's financial review.
01:14:19Very impressive.
01:14:23A large part of that success is thanks to Ms. Lewis.
01:14:26She practically saved me from disaster.
01:14:30Three times over now.
01:14:31Brian, you can just call me Laura.
01:14:34Ms. Lewis's recommendation is very telling, Mr. Shepard.
01:14:39Perhaps today clarifies everything.
01:14:42Mr. Shepard, this opportunity is golden.
01:14:45Seize it.
01:14:47A woman like Laura is not easy to find.
01:14:51Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:14:56Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:15:03Laura? Hardly.
01:15:05I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:15:12So you're Laura's uncle?
01:15:14In the flesh.
01:15:16So Laura really is your niece?
01:15:18Yes, little Laura.
01:15:20She just threw away her birthright about two, three years ago.
01:15:25Ran off and married a nobody from Maplewood.
01:15:28I think he was a Harrison.
01:15:30Now Laura's got the VPs and Mr. Yates on her side.
01:15:33Did you hear she's throwing a banquet in a few days to announce her official takeover?
01:15:37And we can't let that happen, can we my dear?
01:15:40If you're Ian Lewis, wouldn't you have the family ring?
01:15:43Well, my dear, that's where you come in, Miss Duke.
01:15:47We need you to relinquish my ring.
01:15:50What if I, what if I fail?
01:15:53My family is already ruined.
01:15:55Yes, you are in a spot of bother, I must say.
01:15:58But, if successful, I guarantee that you and the Duke family will get back everything you've lost.
01:16:05Laura's got the VPs and Brian on her side. How can I possibly get the ring?
01:16:11There is a way, you know, that we can make Laura relinquish and give up that ring willingly.
01:16:20Laura, my dear, welcome.
01:16:22Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:16:25It's so good to see you.
01:16:28Laura.
01:16:29So good to see you.
01:16:31And you, it's been too long, two, three years perhaps. How have you been?
01:16:37I've been well, Uncle Ian. Thank you for asking.
01:16:41I see you've been busy keeping Lewis' group afloat.
01:16:45Yes.
01:16:47Indeed, somebody had to. I mean, after you left me with everything to do, without a safe pair of hands, I hate to think it would have happened to the company.
01:16:54Actually, Uncle Ian, from what I've heard, you've lost billions with some questionable investment decisions.
01:17:04Yes. Minor mistakes. Minor.
01:17:07Don't worry, Uncle Ian. I won't hold it against you.
01:17:11Good. Well, cheers to you coming back here.
01:17:16And the Lewis group.
01:17:19Oh!
01:17:21I'm so sorry, Laura. How clumsy of me.
01:17:25No, no worries, Uncle Ian. I...
01:17:28I'll just go to the restroom and get cleaned up.
01:17:31Of course. Right away. Just down to the left.
01:17:34Use it wisely.
01:17:35Oh, I will.
01:17:44Hey, Laura. How's that?
01:17:47Hello, Brian. Your little girlfriend is with me now.
01:18:04Chloe, how in the hell did you get Laura's phone?
01:18:08Let's just say that I have my ways.
01:18:09Listen, Chloe. Don't hurt her. Please. I'll do anything.
01:18:18Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs. Now.
01:18:23Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:18:29Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:18:35Oh, thank goodness you've cleared up. I am sorry. How clumsy.
01:18:39And don't forget your phone. I retrieved it for you.
01:18:42Thank you, Uncle Ian.
01:18:44Lovely to see you again.
01:18:45Yeah. I guess I'll see you the day after tomorrow at the banquet.
01:18:49At the banquet.
01:18:50I'll see you then.
01:18:52Will do. Looking forward to it.
01:18:57Laura!
01:18:58Laura!
01:18:59Where are you?
01:19:01Laura!
01:19:03Laura!
01:19:04Where are you?
01:19:06Laura!
01:19:07Laura, where are you?
01:19:13Gotcha.
01:19:16You weren't expecting that, were you?
01:19:20Finally.
01:19:21Looks like your little boyfriend got turned around.
01:19:23What the?
01:19:24Laura, where are you?
01:19:25Laura?
01:19:26Laura?
01:19:27Go shut your mouth.
01:19:28Chloe.
01:19:29What have you done?
01:19:30You out of your mind?
01:19:31Out of my mind!
01:19:32You were the one that left me for that tram and destroyed my life!
01:19:34That's not true.
01:19:35You were the one who messed up!
01:19:36Brian!
01:19:37Brian!
01:19:38Laura!
01:19:39Laura!
01:19:40Stay where you are!
01:19:42You better not come alone!
01:19:43Drop this knife, Chloe!
01:19:44This is insane!
01:19:45Insane!
01:19:46I did this for us, Brian!
01:19:47We were meant to be together!
01:19:48Oh my god!
01:19:49Us?
01:19:50You've gone crazy!
01:19:51You're out of here!
01:19:52Chloe...
01:19:53Kidnapping is a very serious event.
01:19:54They're gonna lock you up for years!
01:19:55You're gonna lock you up for years!
01:19:56You're not gonna lock you up!
01:19:57They're gonna lock you up for years!
01:19:58They're gonna lock you up for years!
01:19:59Okay.
01:20:00You do!
01:20:01You're the one who messed up!
01:20:02Brian!
01:20:03Laura!
01:20:04Stay where you are!
01:20:05You better not come alone!
01:20:06be together. Oh my god, us? You've gone crazy and you're out of here. Chloe, kidnapping is a very serious
01:20:16offense. They're gonna lock you up for years. You think I care about jail time? All I care about is
01:20:23tearing you two apart. You don't deserve him. What you've done, you've destroyed my life, my company,
01:20:31everything. Now I'm gonna destroy your life. Give me the family ring now. Give it to me! This is about
01:20:40the ring. Did my uncle Ian put you up to this? You know, Chloe, trying to kill me, that's foolish.
01:20:51Because who do you think is gonna win? You, that little knife, or me, with something a little bit more persuasive.
01:21:10Freeze! Don't move anyone.
01:21:12Don't move. You're about to be arrested for kidnapping. Miss Lewis, having fun without me. I'm hurt.
01:21:27Are you hurt? No, I'm okay. I'm okay.
01:21:32Tell me, Chloe. Who put you up to this, Chloe? Why should I tell you? You're gonna kill me anyway.
01:21:40Chloe, I don't have a problem with you. But if you don't talk, your beloved Duke Industries might run into
01:21:50some. Oh, I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis. So the choice is yours, Chloe. Talk, or face the consequences.
01:22:00Fine. It was Ian Lewis. He said he'd help Duke Industries if I kept you away from the banker today.
01:22:06Did you get all of that, Mr. Yates? I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:22:16Oh, every word, Miss Lewis. Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:22:20This is crazy. Are we really sure we can do this? All these big companies here. It's crazy.
01:22:35Absolutely. The Lewis Group is under new leadership. We can talk to the heiress herself.
01:22:40Exactly. We just need to make sure we make a good impression on the new heir.
01:22:46There's Ian Lewis now. You can introduce us. Let's go.
01:22:49Yeah.
01:22:52Hello, Ian Lewis. I'm Amber Smith. We spoke on the phone the other day.
01:22:56This is Ben Harrison from the Harrison Group.
01:22:58How do you do?
01:22:59We're the company that-
01:23:00Yes, I know who you are. Miss Smith, you're the one who exposed Laura's little drama.
01:23:05Now look, I'm not here for idle chatter.
01:23:12Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Could I ask you all to be seated, please?
01:23:16Thank you. The moment you've all been waiting for.
01:23:21Tonight marks a new chapter in the life of the Lewis Group.
01:23:25A night where the rightful heir takes their place.
01:23:28Would you please join me in welcoming the heir to the Lewis Group, Miss Laura Lewis.
01:23:33Uh, look, everybody, attention. Attention, please.
01:23:39There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:23:44I just got noticed from a phone call a couple of minutes ago that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:23:51And tragically, she hasn't made it. She has not survived.
01:23:58What? Laura Lewis is dead?
01:24:00It doesn't matter now. She's gone.
01:24:03Mr. Lewis, is this new-
01:24:05A tragic turn of events, Mr. Yates. But rest assured, the Lewis Group will continue under my competent leadership.
01:24:14Hold on! Who said that I'm dead?
01:24:19Laura!
01:24:19I don't understand. What's happening?
01:24:27Laura? But weren't you-
01:24:30My apologies for the delay, everyone. There seems to be some misunderstanding.
01:24:36Laura, what are you doing here? You gotta stop this. If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:24:42I'll say this once. Back off, Ben.
01:24:50Thank you for coming, everyone. As I'm sure you know, tonight, I officially reclaim my title as the CEO of Lewis Group.
01:25:01Perhaps you could make some room for me, Uncle Ian.
01:25:08Impossible. How are you still alive?
01:25:11Well, clearly I am alive and well, so why don't we get this started?
01:25:15No. You're not the rightful heir. You gave that away when you married Ben Harrison.
01:25:21Uncle Ian, is that seriously your argument that you have that I got married too quickly?
01:25:28Well, you went off to Maplewood three years ago and married a stranger and left me to work tirelessly,
01:25:34keeping the company together.
01:25:36Uncle Ian, retire. Enjoy your retirement. Lewis Group will be perfectly fine without you.
01:25:43No. There can only be one heir, and that's me. And the rightful heir has possession of this.
01:25:52You think a ring makes an heir? You're even more foolish than I could have ever imagined.
01:26:00Give that back to me. This?
01:26:02Yes.
01:26:03You think some shiny gold thing makes you the heir?
01:26:07Give it back.
01:26:07True leadership is about earning the respect of those around you.
01:26:15Not some stupid ring.
01:26:18My ring? What have you done? Where is it?
01:26:23My ring?
01:26:24Oh!
01:26:24Now, everyone, if I could have your attention.
01:26:28How dare you!
01:26:29Now, let me show you how a true heir earns a ring like that.
01:26:34Talk. Or face the consequences.
01:26:39Fine. It was Ian Lewis. He said he'd help drinking the streets if I kept you away from the bankers today.
01:26:48Oh, quite the spectacle, Miss Lewis.
01:26:52Security, escort him out. And Ian, don't fall over.
01:26:57It's all lies. It's all lies. Fakery.
01:26:59The proof is clear. Get him out of here. Now.
01:27:04I owe all of you an apology for everything that's happened tonight.
01:27:11Turns out reclaiming my birthright didn't go as smoothly as I had hoped.
01:27:17Luckily, these past few days, I've had Mr. Shepherd by my side.
01:27:24And he has been a great support.
01:27:28Lewis Group has a lot of exciting plans for Maplewood.
01:27:32I'm proud to announce that we have secured a reliable partner.
01:27:42Shepherd Group.
01:27:43What? Laura, hold on.
01:27:46This was never my idea. This was all Kathy and Amber's fault. I don't want a divorce.
01:27:50What? Then what are you saying? You came to me first.
01:27:54Classic Ben. Something goes wrong and you start pointing the fingers at all the women in your life.
01:27:59Just don't shut Harrison Group out. Just give me another chance.
01:28:03How could I shut you out? I'm just a cleaner, remember? I'm just a useless housewife. I don't have that power.
01:28:12What are you talking about? What? No, come on. Sorry. No, please. No.
01:28:19Um, Mr. Shepherd?
01:28:21Yes, Miss Lewis?
01:28:23I was wondering if...
01:28:26Maybe you wanted to grab dinner sometime.
01:28:31On me.
01:28:33Miss Lewis.
01:28:34Miss Lewis.
01:28:37I would love to.