- 5/25/2025
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00:00:06Today's biggest news, Jonathan Whiteford, the city's golden bachelor, is set to marry his long-time fiancee, Julie Miller, uniting New York's most elite families.
00:00:15This is Amber Wilson from KKR News.
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00:00:27Mr. Whiteford, your meeting is in 30 minutes.
00:00:32You smoking cigarettes?
00:00:36It's an important meeting. You need to get ready.
00:00:39You can be a little softer in the morning. No one likes a buzzkill.
00:00:45Good morning to you, too.
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00:00:51I've never had Mediterranean food before, so he immediately takes me to this restaurant on 45th.
00:00:57Jonathan, he's quite the romantic.
00:01:00And then what? Oh, Maple, right?
00:01:04Sorry, I didn't mean to take your seat. Come join us.
00:01:07We were just chatting about my amazing weekend with Jonathan.
00:01:10Oh, Maple would know. She schedules everything for Jonathan.
00:01:15Oh, right, his personal assistant. It's nice to meet you.
00:01:19I'm Julie Miller, Jonathan's fiancee.
00:01:22Nice to meet you, Miss Miller.
00:01:25Being his assistant doesn't mean getting personal. Take this as a warning.
00:01:32I've read so many wonderful things about you, Maple.
00:01:36Julie, what are you doing here?
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00:01:49It's just a surprise visit from my lovely fiance.
00:01:55Julie, I thought we discussed about keeping the boundaries.
00:01:58In front of everyone, play the part, Jonathan.
00:02:01We're engaged, remember?
00:02:04Maple, are you ready for the meeting?
00:02:06Yes, everything's prepared.
00:02:08Good, I want you to take a lead this time.
00:02:10Lead the meeting.
00:02:11Yes, you've earned it.
00:02:14Are you up for it?
00:02:15Absolutely.
00:02:19Thank you, Mr. Whiteford.
00:02:20No need for formalities. Come on, let's go. We're going to be late.
00:02:26Always work first with him, huh?
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00:02:42Oh, well, well.
00:02:44Congratulations on nailing the pitch, Maple.
00:02:48Well, I learned from the best.
00:02:50🎵
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00:03:06Adam, is he as usual?
00:03:09Mom!
00:03:11I thought we agreed on calling first.
00:03:13Since when do I need permission to see my son, hmm?
00:03:18What's the matter?
00:03:19We are hosting a joint family dinner with the Millers.
00:03:23You and Julie are expected to be there.
00:03:25We agreed to delay the engagement.
00:03:26This is not up for debate.
00:03:28You will attend the family dinner.
00:03:35And you should join as well, Maple.
00:03:38Maple?
00:03:56A toast.
00:03:58To the union.
00:04:02Maple, can you pour me some wine?
00:04:04Maple's a guest.
00:04:05Of course.
00:04:06Miss Miller?
00:04:07Soon to be Mrs. Whiteford.
00:04:11Dad, I'm still your daughter.
00:04:13We are so excited to welcome you into our family.
00:04:19This is the first joyful dinner we've had since Fiona.
00:04:27With Jonathan and Julie together.
00:04:32It almost feels like Fiona is with us here again.
00:04:38Mom.
00:04:40We are so looking forward to this marriage.
00:04:46I'm full.
00:04:47Please enjoy.
00:05:02You okay?
00:05:04Oh, I'm so sorry.
00:05:06I thought you were someone else.
00:05:08Who are you looking for?
00:05:10Jonathan Whiteford.
00:05:12The owner of the mansion.
00:05:14You must be his girlfriend.
00:05:16No, just his assistant.
00:05:18I see.
00:05:19I'm Ryan.
00:05:20My father is the gardener here.
00:05:22I know the house really well.
00:05:24I actually may be able to help you.
00:05:26Jonathan has a few things to do.
00:05:28I actually may be able to help you.
00:05:30Jonathan has a few favorite spots around here.
00:05:33Though he doesn't visit much nowadays.
00:05:35He does have quite a few properties.
00:05:37Yes, he prefers to live alone.
00:05:40Is that so?
00:05:41Oh, good.
00:05:42You've met.
00:05:44I was thinking of setting you two up on a date.
00:05:47You make a cute couple.
00:05:50The date?
00:05:51Yes, Mabel.
00:05:53Ryan's a fine young man, and you're a diligent worker.
00:05:57You make a good match.
00:05:59Well, it's a kind offer, but I'm not interested in dating anyone right now.
00:06:04No offense.
00:06:05None taken.
00:06:07Anyway, I should go find Jonathan.
00:06:09He has a very early meeting.
00:06:12I'm sorry.
00:06:13I'm sorry.
00:06:14I'm sorry.
00:06:15I'm sorry.
00:06:16I'm sorry.
00:06:17He has a very early meeting.
00:06:21Mabel, you're a smart girl.
00:06:25I know how busy you've been serving my son.
00:06:28What fun you've had.
00:06:30I don't understand.
00:06:31Let me clarify.
00:06:33You're barely a side dish.
00:06:35Now the main course is served.
00:06:38Stay away from my son.
00:06:41Or lose your position at the company and be blacklisted elsewhere.
00:06:45Have I made myself clear?
00:06:51Now, about you and Ryan.
00:06:54You're quite the pair.
00:06:56I can foresee a wedding in the near future.
00:07:15Morning.
00:07:16The files are ready for you to sign.
00:07:25Were you okay last night?
00:07:28What's on my schedule for today?
00:07:33One meeting in the morning, two in the afternoon.
00:07:36And Julie wants a dinner date.
00:07:41I set up calendar alerts.
00:07:46I'm sorry.
00:07:56You're wearing a new perfume today.
00:07:59You applied for it?
00:08:00Yes.
00:08:02Miss Whiteford set me up for a date.
00:08:04It's after work.
00:08:06A date?
00:08:09Are you joking?
00:08:10You're not the only one inclined for a bit of romance.
00:08:13Jonathan.
00:08:16Jonathan.
00:08:25Before we start, you should know that I am a messy eater.
00:08:29And I hate cats.
00:08:31I'm also indifferent to humanity and climate change.
00:08:36We can just agree that this wasn't a match.
00:08:38And that's your strategy for tonight?
00:08:42Tell me more about yourself.
00:08:43What do you want to know?
00:08:44Family?
00:08:45My mom died, and my father is a gambler.
00:08:48You'd inherit his debts at the altar.
00:08:52Delightful company you are.
00:08:53I'm a walk-in flasher.
00:08:55Who knows? I might even become an abuser.
00:08:58An abuser?
00:08:59Do you use ropes?
00:09:01What?
00:09:03You see, I enjoy being tied up, so I'm rather intrigued.
00:09:08Weirdo.
00:09:10Says Miss Monster Date.
00:09:11Miss Monster Date?
00:09:13Make off.
00:09:22You're Jack's son.
00:09:25He was such a talented gardener.
00:09:27A favorite servant of mine growing up.
00:09:30Do you know mine?
00:09:31We're on a date.
00:09:32Oh, and having fun, I see.
00:09:35We would be, without any interruptions.
00:09:42I think...
00:09:47I'm on my way.
00:09:49Okay, sorry.
00:09:52I have to go.
00:09:54Be cool.
00:10:00Excuse me, I am here for my father, Mr. Morris.
00:10:02What happened?
00:10:03He's stable now.
00:10:04The predators got rough with him.
00:10:06Broke a couple ribs, but he's breathing.
00:10:08How do I pay for the bills?
00:10:10They've been paid for.
00:10:12By whom?
00:10:17Ryan, what are you doing here?
00:10:20Finished the date.
00:10:21I'm starving.
00:10:23Very expensive date.
00:10:26I'll pay you back.
00:10:27Later.
00:10:28For now, let's get something to eat.
00:10:31So, you grew up in the White Frig Mansion?
00:10:34Yeah, I did.
00:10:36I helped my dad with the gardens,
00:10:38and we planted exotic flowers from around the world.
00:10:41Paradise for plant geeks, for sure.
00:10:43I'm super nerdy.
00:10:47I'm sorry.
00:10:48It's okay.
00:10:49It's okay.
00:10:50It's okay.
00:10:51It's okay.
00:10:52It's okay.
00:10:53It's okay.
00:10:54It's okay.
00:10:55It's okay.
00:10:56It's okay.
00:10:57It's okay.
00:10:58It's okay.
00:11:00It's okay.
00:11:04You were serious about your father's debts, weren't you?
00:11:07He was a gambler.
00:11:10He's changed, but it still haunts us.
00:11:14I just hope to one day settle the debts.
00:11:16You were not the terrible person you made yourself out to be.
00:11:19You've known me for one day.
00:11:21What was your conclusion, Sherlock?
00:11:25Well, this is Lule.
00:11:30Good night, nerd.
00:11:32Good night, monster date.
00:11:42It's late.
00:11:44Where you been?
00:11:51Were you out with him all night?
00:11:53It's my personal time.
00:11:55I don't have to report everything to you.
00:11:57So it went well, then?
00:11:59Your mother set us up, Jonathan.
00:12:01How could I refuse?
00:12:02Good.
00:12:03So then it was all just for show.
00:12:05Well, I actually had a really nice time.
00:12:07I might consider a second date.
00:12:10I can still smell Julie's perfume.
00:12:12Then come shower it off me.
00:12:15You went on a date with another man.
00:12:17He took another woman to a restaurant that I recommended.
00:12:20Jealous?
00:12:21Not as much as you.
00:12:28I'm sorry.
00:12:30I love you.
00:12:56Morning.
00:12:58Coffee or tea?
00:13:00Uh, coffee.
00:13:06You never make me breakfast.
00:13:10Last night must have been record-breaking.
00:13:14I mean...
00:13:18I'm breaking up with you.
00:13:23What do you mean?
00:13:25Well, more of an ending than a breakup, really.
00:13:27We need to stop.
00:13:28Whatever this is.
00:13:30What about last night?
00:13:33Consider it a breakup gift.
00:13:34Breakup? We weren't even together.
00:13:36Exactly.
00:13:41Shouldn't be too hard to move on.
00:13:43I'm sorry.
00:13:56Happy 7th Anniversary, Mabel!
00:13:59Anniversary?
00:14:01I mean, 7 years with Webber.
00:14:03Sounds nice, doesn't it?
00:14:05Wow, it really has been that long.
00:14:07Thanks, Mabel.
00:14:09Hey, what are you doing?
00:14:11What are you doing?
00:14:13Boss, it's her special day.
00:14:15So?
00:14:17We have the meeting with Harbour in an hour.
00:14:19Do your jobs!
00:14:41Oh my god.
00:15:11Someone might see us.
00:15:13Tell me no one will.
00:15:27Happy Anniversary, Mabel.
00:15:35You're welcome.
00:15:42So I'm all lasted.
00:15:51Hello, this is Mabel.
00:15:53Evening, Mabel.
00:15:55Ryan, what an honor.
00:15:57You wanna grab dinner together?
00:15:59Just as friends, of course.
00:16:01I'm not up for another dramatic date.
00:16:03Sure, why not.
00:16:05Where are we going?
00:16:07I know the perfect spot. I'll text you.
00:16:09See you soon.
00:16:13I'm so glad we got to try this place again.
00:16:15This is amazing.
00:16:17I know.
00:16:19I think it has some drugs in it.
00:16:21It'd be weird if they didn't.
00:16:23How could it be so addictive?
00:16:25How have you been lately?
00:16:27Can't complain.
00:16:29Because you signed an NDA?
00:16:31Or because you are happy?
00:16:33The latter.
00:16:35Although, if I did sign an NDA,
00:16:37I wouldn't be here otherwise, could I?
00:16:39This is true.
00:16:41Hey.
00:16:43I asked you out on a date for a reason.
00:16:45I think we'd make excellent business partners.
00:16:47Business partners?
00:16:49Yeah.
00:16:51Let's just say our first date was rather chaotic.
00:16:53So I wasn't able to properly introduce myself to you.
00:16:57I'm Ryan Anderson.
00:16:59I'm the founder of Novatech.
00:17:01And I would like for you to join us
00:17:03head of the creative strategies.
00:17:05Novatech?
00:17:09Novatech?
00:17:11But I thought you said you were...
00:17:13Dick Gardner's son.
00:17:15Yes, I still am.
00:17:17But I'm not defined by what my father does.
00:17:19Even if Barbara thinks so.
00:17:21After years of education
00:17:23and a lot of hard work,
00:17:25I find myself at MIT
00:17:27and started my own company.
00:17:29It's good to own something of your own, right?
00:17:31That's incredible, Ryan.
00:17:33I'm grateful for the opportunity
00:17:35but I already have a job
00:17:37and I'm just an assistant.
00:17:39So I'm sure there are other people
00:17:41much more qualified than me out there.
00:17:43You're not just anyone.
00:17:45You're the key success to the Whitebirds project.
00:17:47It's time for you to get outside
00:17:49of Jonathan's shadow.
00:17:51So, cheers
00:17:53to chasing
00:17:55what you truly deserve.
00:18:03Cheers.
00:18:11Oh, Miss Whitebird.
00:18:13Um, Jonathan's left.
00:18:15I'm here to see you.
00:18:17How was everything with Ryan?
00:18:19It was pleasant.
00:18:21Thank you for the introduction.
00:18:23When do you plan to marry him?
00:18:25We've only just met.
00:18:29I've warned you.
00:18:31No marriage,
00:18:33no job
00:18:35at Whitebird Tech
00:18:37and you will be banned
00:18:39from the industry.
00:18:41I've ended things with Jonathan.
00:18:43Then marry Ryan to prove it.
00:18:45I've done my research as well,
00:18:47Mabel.
00:18:49Leave my son
00:18:51and I'll clear all your father's
00:18:53debts.
00:18:55If not,
00:18:57those seeking him will find him.
00:18:59Perhaps
00:19:01Jonathan is the one who needs guidance.
00:19:03Not me.
00:19:05I don't think you understand the situation.
00:19:07You are nothing
00:19:09to Jonathan.
00:19:11At most a
00:19:13shadow of his past pain.
00:19:15A reminder of a heartbreak.
00:19:17What do you mean?
00:19:19You don't know, do you?
00:19:23Marry Ryan.
00:19:25It's my
00:19:27last warning.
00:19:45Did I miss a beat?
00:19:49Uh, no. I just
00:19:51your driver couldn't
00:19:53get a hold of you. He was concerned.
00:19:55Mr. Whiteford,
00:19:57it's October 15th.
00:19:59Shit, shit.
00:20:01It's okay.
00:20:03The car's out front.
00:20:05No, it's not okay. I never forget.
00:20:09Clear everything for today.
00:20:11I've kept your calendar clear, as always.
00:20:15The car, Mr. Whiteford.
00:20:17I'll see you.
00:20:19At the office?
00:20:25Hello?
00:20:29Oh, uh, okay. I'm on my way.
00:20:35The entire server crashed!
00:20:37Where is Mr. Whiteford?
00:20:39Hey, what happened?
00:20:41We are under attack. We need a system reboot.
00:20:43Where is Mr. Whiteford? We need his admin code.
00:20:45Now. Okay, he's out of the office.
00:20:47Let me just try contacting him, okay?
00:20:51We need that code.
00:20:53Do you have access to it?
00:20:55No, that code is highly confidential.
00:20:57Jonathan is the sole owner.
00:20:59Let me try.
00:21:07What is this?
00:21:09We're completely offline. Come on, Mabo.
00:21:11You know you're the best.
00:21:13It won't.
00:21:15Try Fiona.
00:21:17F-I-O-N-A.
00:21:19F-I-O-N-A.
00:21:21Fiona.
00:21:23Give it a shot.
00:21:27Fiona.
00:21:29Give it a shot.
00:21:33Remember that awkward dinner at the Whiteford's?
00:21:37Fiona, you are nothing to Jonathan.
00:21:41At most, a shadow of his past pain.
00:21:45A reminder of a heartbreak.
00:21:49A reminder of a heartbreak.
00:21:57Hello, Jonathan.
00:21:59Good to see you.
00:22:01How may I help you?
00:22:03Did Jonathan model this whole thing after you?
00:22:07Oh, no. That's not Mabo.
00:22:11That's my sister Fiona.
00:22:13Jonathan's first love.
00:22:19Uh, next, Mabel Morris?
00:22:39Hello.
00:22:50You know, coding demands intense focus and absolute silence.
00:22:57That's why having a capable assistant to help with other things, like interviews, is crucial.
00:23:09Um, I'm Mabel Morris, Mr. Whiteford.
00:23:18Here's my resume.
00:23:19Mabel.
00:23:20Nice to meet you.
00:23:21When can you start?
00:23:41Tomorrow.
00:23:42No, actually, today.
00:23:43Welcome to Whiteford Tech.
00:23:44Mabel.
00:23:45Mabel.
00:23:46Mabel.
00:23:47Mabel.
00:23:48Mabel.
00:23:49Mabel.
00:23:50Mabel.
00:23:51Mabel.
00:23:52Mabel.
00:23:53Mabel.
00:23:54Mabel.
00:23:55Mabel.
00:23:56Mabel.
00:23:57Mabel.
00:23:58Mabel.
00:23:59Mabel.
00:24:00Mabel.
00:24:01Mabel.
00:24:02Mabel.
00:24:03Mabel.
00:24:04Mabel.
00:24:05Mabel.
00:24:06Mabel.
00:24:07Mabel.
00:24:08Mabel.
00:24:09Mabel.
00:24:10Mabel.
00:24:11Mabel.
00:24:12Mabel.
00:24:13Mabel.
00:24:14Are you alright?
00:24:15I know, shocking isn't it?
00:24:16You know when they mentioned you years ago, I was concerned.
00:24:17I thought you had actually fallen for someone.
00:24:18But then I saw you and I knew there was nothing to worry about.
00:24:19Reminder of my sister. He doesn't love you. You're nothing but a shadow to him. You are, at best, a placebo.
00:24:30Oh, Mabel. Did you actually think you stood a chance?
00:24:37You pathetic slut. Fuck off.
00:24:45Oh, do you know about today?
00:24:47I don't want to know.
00:24:48Fiona died today, seven years ago. He visits her grave on this day every year.
00:24:57You see? You're just a joke.
00:25:17Hey, Mabel. What's wrong?
00:25:30There was an attack on the system at work today.
00:25:34Okay, well, since you're here and not at the office, I assume it's resolved?
00:25:41Your passcode. What is it?
00:25:45What?
00:25:46The code, Jonathan. What is it?
00:25:48That's none of your business.
00:25:53Come on. Tell me about this attack.
00:26:01So, it's been fixed?
00:26:04We had to restart the system.
00:26:07System reboot. I see.
00:26:10It asked for an admin code.
00:26:12Why didn't you call me?
00:26:13I tried to, but it didn't go through.
00:26:17Signal down there?
00:26:19We got the code.
00:26:22You did? How?
00:26:25Luckily, Julie was there.
00:26:33So, you've seen?
00:26:35Fiona?
00:26:40Yeah.
00:26:42Mabel, I know you have a lot of questions.
00:26:46Actually, I found a lot of answers today.
00:26:53I thought I was lucky to have that job, to work at the company, to be...
00:27:03I don't know.
00:27:05To have that job, to work at the company, to be by your side.
00:27:14To enter a relationship with you, or whatever that was.
00:27:21But it turns out, I was just a replacement.
00:27:25A replacement for some sick, twisted obsession that you can't get over.
00:27:29I'm shadowing for a dead girlfriend!
00:27:34All those years.
00:27:36What do you get?
00:27:40You're a fucking ghost.
00:27:41Enough!
00:27:43Don't speak.
00:27:45Don't use that term.
00:27:46Dead? Ghost?
00:27:49That's the reality of it, Jonathan. She is both!
00:27:59I'm Mabel Morris.
00:28:02I'm not...
00:28:04I'm not your dead girlfriend! I'm not Fiona!
00:28:14You're right.
00:28:16You're not her.
00:28:19Nobody is.
00:28:30I've submitted my resignation.
00:28:34Thank you for the opportunity.
00:28:36Years ago, I learned a lot.
00:28:41Goodbye, Mr. Whiteford.
00:28:53Fuck!
00:28:54Fuck!
00:29:10You said you were a friend of Mr. Morris's?
00:29:12A friend of his daughter, Mabel, actually.
00:29:14Ah, yes. Mabel.
00:29:16She's quite sweet and caring.
00:29:17Absolutely.
00:29:19She asked me to come check on Scott.
00:29:21How's his condition?
00:29:22He's well.
00:29:25With a little rest, he should recover fully.
00:29:28That's good news.
00:29:39He's at Silver Pine Hospital.
00:29:41Tell his creditors.
00:29:43I knew you had it in you.
00:29:46Mrs. Whiteford, I was just...
00:29:48Spare me the excuses, Julie.
00:29:50Spare me the excuses, Julie.
00:29:54I've seen what you're capable of.
00:29:57Years ago.
00:30:07Mrs. Whiteford, there's been a misunderstanding.
00:30:09Oh, enough.
00:30:10Julie, cut it.
00:30:14Fiona was sweet.
00:30:17But too naive for our world.
00:30:19Her innocence was a liability.
00:30:21I tried separating Jonathan and Fiona for years.
00:30:25But Jonathan was so invested.
00:30:28Even ignoring his family to pursue his little tech project.
00:30:31All encouraged by Fiona.
00:30:34Luckily, his project succeeded.
00:30:37But not without him taking down his father's legacy first.
00:30:41We could have been so much more influential.
00:30:43So powerful.
00:30:45But just when I thought all was lost,
00:30:48Fiona was out of the picture.
00:30:51Her death was no coincidence, Julie.
00:30:54God plays no favors.
00:30:56I see your hand in her car accident.
00:31:01How long have you known?
00:31:03Oh, Julie.
00:31:05I've known from the start.
00:31:14What happened?
00:31:15Oh, he's...
00:31:17His dead collector's caught up to him.
00:31:19Will he be okay?
00:31:20For the worst, he's lost a lot of blood.
00:31:25Someone must have tipped him off.
00:31:27We're investigating. We'll do our best to locate his attackers.
00:31:31I warned you.
00:31:37It's Barbara Whiteford.
00:31:38The Barbara Whiteford, queen of Manhattan?
00:31:41She's after my father.
00:31:42That's a serious accusation, ma'am.
00:31:44Respectfully, your father is not significant enough for her to wake up.
00:31:47You don't understand.
00:31:49I got too close to her son and she told me...
00:31:51Please calm down.
00:31:52No, you don't understand.
00:31:53Please, please, Ms. Morris.
00:31:56Unfortunately, we couldn't save your father.
00:31:59He passed away.
00:32:04No, no!
00:32:07You left him, didn't you?
00:32:09What? No!
00:32:14No!
00:32:33Mom.
00:32:36After you left, Dad was never to be seen.
00:32:40When you left us, I lost him.
00:32:53I always thought it would get better.
00:32:59But it didn't.
00:33:03I'm sorry.
00:33:04I'm sorry.
00:33:09I feel like a nobody.
00:33:13I failed.
00:33:15I failed at everything.
00:33:25Leave me alone!
00:33:35You got food from your favorite place?
00:33:40You don't have to talk to me, but please eat something.
00:33:47Well, I can't eat all that food by myself.
00:33:59I'm only going to ask you once, and I'll leave you be.
00:34:03But are you okay?
00:34:05Do you want to talk about it?
00:34:08I'm managing.
00:34:10Food helped.
00:34:15You don't have to smile if you don't want to.
00:34:19It's okay to feel vulnerable.
00:34:21We all have our moments.
00:34:23It's just...
00:34:27It's been incredibly hard.
00:34:29I get it.
00:34:30And I'm sorry you're going through all of this.
00:34:35I've lost a loved one, too.
00:34:37Great. Do you have a dead girlfriend, also?
00:34:40A dead girlfriend, yes.
00:34:42You knew about Jonathan and Fiona.
00:34:45So you knew. You knew all this time.
00:34:47But you two are completely different.
00:34:52I didn't lose a lover.
00:34:56It was my mother I lost.
00:35:00Ryan, I'm sorry.
00:35:02It's okay.
00:35:05This whole week is just...
00:35:08Everything feels so pointless.
00:35:12That's a natural feeling to have.
00:35:14I used to mock existentialism.
00:35:17I get it now.
00:35:19I love how intelligent you sound, even now.
00:35:23Stop.
00:35:25No, seriously.
00:35:27Modern day Socrates.
00:35:30Thank you, Ryan.
00:35:41Thank you, Ryan.
00:35:43For the food and the talk.
00:35:45Blessed food.
00:35:47Still so addicted.
00:35:49They definitely put drugs in it.
00:35:53Hey, if you need anything, just call me.
00:35:56I will.
00:35:58I think I just need some time to think things over.
00:36:00Have you considered your next steps?
00:36:03I'm not sure.
00:36:05I quit my job, settled the debts.
00:36:07Now the world's just kind of open to me.
00:36:09It's strange.
00:36:11Well, there's a spot for you at Novatek.
00:36:14Are you sure about me leading?
00:36:16You're the best one to lead it.
00:36:18Come on, just give it a shot.
00:36:20I'll think about it. Seriously.
00:36:22That's all I can ask.
00:36:30Mabel?
00:36:32Are you doing okay?
00:36:35Why are you here?
00:36:38Mabel?
00:36:40Are you doing okay?
00:36:42Why are you here?
00:36:44I saw what happened on the news and I...
00:36:46You're worried?
00:36:48Save it, it's none of your business.
00:36:50Mabel, please, let me just...
00:36:52I'm done!
00:36:54Listening, Jonathan.
00:36:56I spent so much time on something that wasn't real.
00:37:01And now I finally know the truth.
00:37:05I thought what we had was real.
00:37:08But I was just a pill for a wound that won't heal.
00:37:16I truly loved you.
00:37:19Jonathan.
00:37:24Don't come looking for me again.
00:37:28Leave me alone.
00:37:30That's my final request.
00:37:39And this is the upstairs division.
00:37:43What do you think?
00:37:45I love it. It's so lively.
00:37:47That's the goal.
00:37:49Hey, I'm in.
00:37:51But I have one condition.
00:37:53I'd like to work from a different city.
00:37:55Why's that?
00:37:57Well, I hear you're expanding to Tokyo.
00:37:58You're headed, right?
00:38:00Someone's been doing her homework.
00:38:02And for a new market, it's important to have someone you trust by your side.
00:38:05I'm listening.
00:38:07Well, I hear you're expanding to Tokyo.
00:38:09Nice.
00:38:11Tokyo it is, then.
00:38:13Welcome to the team, Mabel.
00:38:15What an honor, Captain.
00:38:17Let me show you around.
00:38:24Sir?
00:38:25You have a meeting with the creative team in 15 minutes?
00:38:29Right.
00:38:31Bring me their pitch deck and latest progress report.
00:38:35And see if Mabel is ready for the creative discussion.
00:38:38Sir? Mabel doesn't work here anymore.
00:38:41I can get someone else to help her.
00:38:51She can't be replaced.
00:38:55There's no one like her.
00:39:01Why don't you start in the living room?
00:39:05What?
00:39:08What is happening here?
00:39:10We're just doing our job, sir.
00:39:12Please don't interrupt.
00:39:14Where are these going?
00:39:16They're going to the donation.
00:39:18The owner already left.
00:39:26Get out.
00:39:28Then?
00:39:32You do not want to talk.
00:39:36You haven't been this way since Fiona.
00:39:38Why are you this upset over a fleeting affair?
00:39:41Just move on. Find someone.
00:39:43Mabel wasn't some fleeting affair.
00:39:45She's clearly just a fill-in for Fiona.
00:39:47Nothing more than her look-alike.
00:39:49She's different. Funny. Professional.
00:39:52She makes me feel good about myself.
00:39:53She's Mabel.
00:39:55And I actually like her for who she is.
00:40:05What about our engagement?
00:40:07Julie.
00:40:11When Fiona left, I was lost.
00:40:14I would never marry you having some fleeting feelings for her.
00:40:18That's not right for either one of us.
00:40:20No, no. You don't determine that.
00:40:21Jonathan, I have dreamed of our marriage since the day we met.
00:40:25I sacrificed so much for that dream. I lost everything.
00:40:30What do you mean by that?
00:40:32Nothing. Nothing.
00:40:34I can't stand to see you like this.
00:40:36What are you hiding?
00:40:38Nothing. I was just saying that...
00:40:40Did you have something to do with Mabel leaving?
00:40:42I don't have to answer your accusations. You're delusional.
00:40:44Did you?
00:40:48This is silly.
00:40:49Baby, we'll talk about this tomorrow, okay?
00:40:56Just sleep this off and we'll talk tomorrow.
00:41:09Hi. Give me the visitor's list for Mabel's father's death.
00:41:12It's urgent.
00:41:13It's urgent.
00:41:19The hospital's footage was erased,
00:41:21but a doctor remembers a young woman claiming to be Mabel's friend.
00:41:24A young woman?
00:41:26Yes, sir. A detailed description matches Miss Miller.
00:41:32Julie.
00:41:34Should I contact Miss Miller for confirmation?
00:41:36No, don't bother. Any news on Mabel's location?
00:41:39She just purchased tickets for many destinations.
00:41:44Where is she currently?
00:41:46Last known location...
00:41:48She's in a cab to JFK Airport.
00:41:50Get the car ready. Now.
00:42:00Okay, pull over. Right here. Stop.
00:42:03Mabel!
00:42:05Are you insane? What the hell are you doing?
00:42:06What the hell are you doing?
00:42:13Mabel, where are you?
00:42:15Doctor, don't go anywhere.
00:42:20Goodbye.
00:42:22Wait, Mabel! Mabel!
00:42:31Did you know about Mabel's departure?
00:42:33I know she left with Ryan Anderson, the servant's son.
00:42:37It's a good match. You should be happy for her.
00:42:39Were you part of this?
00:42:43Jonathan, Mabel made her own choice. No one pushed her.
00:42:48She has her life. We have ours.
00:42:51They don't intersect.
00:42:54Remember, you have responsibilities. The wedding's next month.
00:42:57I won't marry Julie.
00:42:59I won't be a pawn in your plan.
00:43:03I love Mabel.
00:43:05She's the one I want.
00:43:07She is merely a stand-in for Fiona.
00:43:09I'm not!
00:43:12I know it's already too late.
00:43:14But my feelings for her are real.
00:43:18I'll wait for her.
00:43:20I'll wait as long as it takes because this is my life!
00:43:25And I'll spend it with Mabel.
00:43:33I love you.
00:43:45Mabel, turn it off.
00:43:49Mabel!
00:43:52Okay, you lazy bone.
00:43:54Come on, there's a meeting to attend to.
00:43:57Programmed you too well, didn't I?
00:44:00I learned it myself.
00:44:02Exactly, that's why I said I programmed you too well.
00:44:05Show off.
00:44:19The driver is ten minutes away.
00:44:22Got it.
00:44:25Put some clothes on.
00:44:28You can't see me, right?
00:44:30Don't need to.
00:44:32I know you too well.
00:44:35Heard that.
00:44:38Incoming call from Mrs. Whiteford.
00:44:42Put her through.
00:44:44Mr. Whiteford, it's urgent.
00:44:46Please come home. Your mother's condition is critical.
00:44:59What happened?
00:45:00She suffered a stroke last night.
00:45:03Mom, Mom.
00:45:05She'll recover, right?
00:45:07She's alright for now.
00:45:09But she might not speak again.
00:45:11What?
00:45:13A severe stroke, Mr. Whiteford.
00:45:15She's lucky she's even breathing.
00:45:19Sweet.
00:45:22Hi.
00:45:25What can I do to help?
00:45:27Keep her calm.
00:45:28She's a fighter.
00:45:30She might be able to pull through.
00:45:33Excuse me.
00:45:36I'm here.
00:45:39Mabel, this is my father who I've been telling you about.
00:45:42Mabel, it's such a pleasure.
00:45:44Ryan's told me so much about you.
00:45:46Likewise. He's going on about those unique seeds that you've been planting.
00:45:52He's kind of nerdy sometimes.
00:45:54Oh, so nerdy.
00:45:58Hey.
00:46:07Hey.
00:46:09When did you return?
00:46:11Mabel, we can leave this here.
00:46:13No need.
00:46:15We're just chatting.
00:46:17Jonathan, it's nice to see you.
00:46:19I was just looking for you.
00:46:21You deliberately ignored my request.
00:46:23I asked to be left alone.
00:46:25Mabel, I just wanted to sort things out.
00:46:26It was sorted.
00:46:28It's all behind us.
00:46:32Um, hey, Jonathan.
00:46:34They're just here to visit an old man.
00:46:36Isn't that okay?
00:46:38Dad, this is your home as well.
00:46:40We don't need his approval.
00:46:42Actually, Jack, I was thinking you should come live in the city with us.
00:46:44I see you two.
00:46:46You live together, huh?
00:46:48It's none of your business.
00:46:50Mabel, I just wanted to...
00:46:52I see you haven't changed.
00:46:54Sorry, Jack.
00:46:56I have a phone call that I need to make.
00:46:59Mabel.
00:47:05We can talk about it, you know?
00:47:07About the product launch?
00:47:09My only concern is the interface.
00:47:11It's not user-friendly enough.
00:47:13Mabel, it's okay to be upset with Jonathan.
00:47:15No need to hide it.
00:47:17He's just a competitor now.
00:47:19Speaking of which, the new app at WiferTech is dominating the charts.
00:47:21We should look into that.
00:47:23Can I ask you something?
00:47:24If you're going to say something irritating,
00:47:26I'm not interested.
00:47:28Do you still have feelings for Jonathan?
00:47:30No.
00:47:34He broke my heart once.
00:47:36I'm not going to give him a second chance.
00:47:47This is Mabel.
00:47:49Head of Careers.
00:47:51Nice to meet the team.
00:47:52We've heard many great things about you, Mabel.
00:47:54Your products are so exciting.
00:47:58We always try our very best to ensure...
00:48:00Good morning.
00:48:02What are you doing here?
00:48:04Mr. Whiteford.
00:48:06Welcome.
00:48:08Mr. Whiteford's our angel investor.
00:48:10He's shown great interest in this product
00:48:12and requested to join us at this meeting.
00:48:15I hope that isn't a problem, Mr. Anderson.
00:48:18Considering the product is still under testing,
00:48:19we typically limit our attendance.
00:48:21He's welcome to join.
00:48:23I'm intrigued to hear Mr. Whiteford's thoughts.
00:48:26His insight is invaluable.
00:48:29Do you mind if I take a seat?
00:48:31I love being part of the creative process.
00:48:33What an honor, Mr. Whiteford.
00:48:42At the end of the day,
00:48:44our product is really exciting
00:48:46and thank you all so much for spending your efforts
00:48:47with us at Novatec.
00:48:49We are thrilled to be doing business with you.
00:48:54Well, this sounds like a game changer.
00:48:57Congratulations.
00:48:59Mr. Whiteford,
00:49:01what are your thoughts?
00:49:04It's good.
00:49:06Surely, as a leader in this industry,
00:49:09you have more to offer than good.
00:49:11I don't think it's my place to say more.
00:49:14If we always play it safe,
00:49:15we'll never achieve perfection.
00:49:20You've grown a lot, Mabel.
00:49:23It's a strong product,
00:49:25but not yet a market leader.
00:49:27But there's potential.
00:49:30Your media needs more clarity.
00:49:32Apparently, it's affecting your overall product.
00:49:34You need to improve the interactive system.
00:49:37It's far too average.
00:49:39And the interface needs to be more user-friendly,
00:49:41you notice.
00:49:43But overall,
00:49:45truly,
00:49:47truly,
00:49:49well done.
00:49:51Proud of you.
00:49:53Professional boundaries, Mr. Whiteford.
00:49:55Sorry.
00:49:57I sometimes get carried away with
00:49:59talent for teens.
00:50:04Well then,
00:50:06let's crunch some numbers, shall we?
00:50:08Do we look mad budget-wise?
00:50:16Hey, great job on today's pitch.
00:50:18It was a team effort.
00:50:20You still have some work to do, though.
00:50:22Looking forward to launching it.
00:50:24But then at this non-stop,
00:50:26we're going to get some rest.
00:50:28Well,
00:50:30you still had time to find the handsome lawyer.
00:50:32Wait,
00:50:34you knew about it?
00:50:36Ryan, you are the only guy
00:50:38who hasn't made a pass at me.
00:50:40I had my suspicions.
00:50:42I thought Barbara set us up for that reason,
00:50:43but she's clueless.
00:50:45Still hoping for a wedding.
00:50:48I'll see you tomorrow.
00:50:50Absolutely.
00:50:52And hey, if you hear anything,
00:50:54especially about Jonathan,
00:50:56just ask.
00:50:58Bet it's all behind me.
00:51:00Don't worry.
00:51:14Hey.
00:51:16Stalking now, Mr. Whiteford?
00:51:18Just a coincidence, Miss Morris.
00:51:20See, um,
00:51:22I live here too.
00:51:24Yeah, right.
00:51:28Hey.
00:51:44Can you give me some space?
00:51:47That's what you never do.
00:51:52When did you move here?
00:51:54Because I was under the impression
00:51:56that this space housed one.
00:51:59It housed two.
00:52:09Oh, what a coincidence.
00:52:11I live here too.
00:52:13Guess what?
00:52:15My passcode is still Fiona.
00:52:17He says his passcode is still Fiona.
00:52:20Why do you care?
00:52:23Um...
00:52:29Dim the lights, Mabel.
00:52:31That's an early night.
00:52:33Rough day?
00:52:35Actually,
00:52:37it's one of the best days of my life.
00:52:39Really?
00:52:41What happened?
00:52:44I don't know.
00:52:53Need a ride, Miss Morris?
00:52:55No, thank you.
00:52:57I prefer to walk.
00:52:59Are you kidding? It's about to rain.
00:53:01Come on.
00:53:03I'll take you.
00:53:05Busy day, Ed?
00:53:07You seemed really occupied yesterday.
00:53:10The deal was a quiet ride.
00:53:13You know, I have a tip for your product,
00:53:15if you're interested.
00:53:21Okay, fine. What is it?
00:53:23The interface needs a better visual hierarchy.
00:53:25The uniform font size is causing confusion,
00:53:27but I'm sure you'll find a way.
00:53:29I don't think so.
00:53:31I don't think so.
00:53:32The uniform font size is causing confusion,
00:53:34but a little variation can help.
00:53:36You're right.
00:53:39We wanted simplicity, but
00:53:41maybe too much, though.
00:53:43It's a good approach, but
00:53:45you need to experiment a bit.
00:53:47You've always been a rule-breaker, Mabel.
00:54:03Her condition worsened.
00:54:05We thought it would be best
00:54:07if you were here.
00:54:11Is there anything that can be done for her?
00:54:14We've done everything.
00:54:17Her vitals are going quickly.
00:54:19I'm so sorry.
00:54:21I'm going to get some medicine.
00:54:23Okay?
00:54:25I'm sorry.
00:54:27I'm sorry.
00:54:29I'm sorry.
00:54:30I'm going to get some medicine.
00:54:32Okay?
00:54:37Mom, hey.
00:54:39I'm right here.
00:54:44Have you seen me?
00:54:46Is there anything we can get for you?
00:54:48I'm leaving you.
00:54:50Mom, no.
00:54:52You'll be fine.
00:54:54We're taking good care of you.
00:54:56My son.
00:54:58I'm truly sorry.
00:55:05The best moment you've ever had.
00:55:10I want you
00:55:12to be happy.
00:55:14I am happy.
00:55:16I'm happy.
00:55:19After Fiona,
00:55:21I saw how you suffered.
00:55:23I regret so many.
00:55:28I overlooked things
00:55:30after Fiona's death.
00:55:34You changed so much.
00:55:38What do you mean, Mom?
00:55:40Just promise me you'll be happy
00:55:43with Mabel or anyone else.
00:55:47Promise me.
00:55:49Promise me.
00:55:50Promise me.
00:55:57That it's time you learned the truth
00:56:00about everything.
00:56:08Oh, my God.
00:56:10It's official.
00:56:12Really?
00:56:14What happened?
00:56:16It was sudden.
00:56:18Are you okay?
00:56:21I...
00:56:23I have to...
00:56:25Go. Take the day off.
00:56:45Facial recognition successful.
00:56:48Welcome, Mabel.
00:56:50Facial recognition, huh?
00:56:57Jonathan?
00:57:02Why are you here?
00:57:09I saw the news.
00:57:11Are you okay?
00:57:13I'll manage.
00:57:15Do you need anything? Do you want to talk?
00:57:17Why are you here?
00:57:19Is it because you care?
00:57:21I understand
00:57:23what it feels like to lose a parent.
00:57:25But that's not why you're here.
00:57:27You care.
00:57:29Don't you?
00:57:31I was concerned.
00:57:33But if you're fine, I should go.
00:57:35Please don't go. Please.
00:57:37Have you been drinking?
00:57:39Jonathan, this is so inappropriate.
00:57:41Mabel, Mabel, listen.
00:57:43Listening. Mabel signing in.
00:57:45How can I help, Jonathan?
00:57:47Listen.
00:57:54What is that?
00:57:56Hello, Miss Morris. I'm Mabel,
00:57:58an AI modeled after you.
00:58:00Mabel, Mabel, stop!
00:58:04Wait, wait.
00:58:10I'm sorry.
00:58:12I'm sorry. This was my way
00:58:14of coping with your absence.
00:58:16This...
00:58:22This is too much.
00:58:26This isn't just obsession.
00:58:28This is unhealthy.
00:58:30I know. It's wrong.
00:58:33Please, I'll never bother you again.
00:58:35Just give me some time,
00:58:37and I'll go. I swear.
00:58:39Are you okay, Jonathan?
00:58:44Yes.
00:58:46Yes. Thank you.
00:59:02You were right about the rain.
00:59:17Yeah.
00:59:19Outstanding, Mabel.
00:59:21This product will be a hit.
00:59:26You know Mr. Whiteford today?
00:59:30Yes, he wished to come,
00:59:32but couldn't make it.
00:59:34He was caught up with family matters.
00:59:36Did you hear about his mother?
00:59:41Morning.
00:59:43Morning.
00:59:45I'm here to announce
00:59:47the passing of my mother,
00:59:49Barbara Whiteford,
00:59:51due to a severe stroke.
00:59:54It's a challenging time for our family,
00:59:56and we appreciate your thoughts.
00:59:58While we mourn,
01:00:00I also need to address serious matters
01:00:02involving Julie Miller,
01:00:04a close associate of our family.
01:00:07Years ago,
01:00:09Fiona Miller, my then girlfriend and I,
01:00:11developed a system named after her
01:00:12that laid the foundation
01:00:14for Whiteford Tech.
01:00:16Her untimely death,
01:00:18I recently learned,
01:00:20was orchestrated by her sister,
01:00:22Julie Miller,
01:00:24with my mother's knowledge.
01:00:26Moreover,
01:00:28Julie Miller has been involved
01:00:30in other immoral acts.
01:00:33She hired gang members
01:00:35for violent acts
01:00:37and caused deep harm
01:00:39to someone close to my heart.
01:00:40I'm not seeking forgiveness
01:00:42for the family.
01:00:44I only want justice.
01:00:46Julie now stands trial
01:00:48for her actions.
01:00:50The Fiona system,
01:00:52pivotal in uncovering these truths,
01:00:54will now be decommissioned
01:00:56and made publicly available
01:00:58for the advancement of technology.
01:01:00It's time for fresh perspectives.
01:01:03I'm stepping down.
01:01:06Whiteford Tech will now be
01:01:08under NOVA,
01:01:10which stands for
01:01:12Leadership and Vision.
01:01:14I trust.
01:01:16This will be my last public appearance.
01:01:18All my shares in Whiteford Tech
01:01:20will be transferred to Mabel Morris.
01:01:22The future is in her hands.
01:01:28Did you know about this?
01:01:32So that's it.
01:01:34We are owners of the largest
01:01:36tech company in the country.
01:01:38Huh.
01:01:58Hey, Jonathan.
01:02:00Sup?
01:02:04Hey, why did you
01:02:05leave the company
01:02:07and all of your shares?
01:02:12Facial recognition successful.
01:02:15Welcome, Mabel.
01:02:28Where's Jonathan?
01:02:30He has moved away.
01:02:32He is, I quote,
01:02:33giving you space.
01:02:36He moved?
01:02:38Where?
01:02:40I'm afraid I don't know.
01:02:44He really left everything behind?
01:02:47He said
01:02:49it would be for the best.
01:03:03Maybe he's right.
01:03:07Maybe it is for the best.
01:03:17I found the programmer
01:03:19that you've been looking for.
01:03:21Here's everything on him.
01:03:23The best we could dig up.
01:03:27Hey, you need to learn
01:03:29to take some more breaks.
01:03:31Setting the bar way too high
01:03:34I'll slow down
01:03:36once we've got more skilled people
01:03:38like this one working for us.
01:03:49Thanks, Chris.
01:03:58Facial recognition successful.
01:04:01Welcome, Mabel.
01:04:04Nice work, Jonathan.
01:04:06Mabel.
01:04:08Hi.
01:04:11How did you...
01:04:13Weeks ago, we discovered
01:04:15a mysterious programmer.
01:04:17Their work was outstanding.
01:04:19I just had to know who it was.
01:04:23I'm sorry.
01:04:25I, uh...
01:04:27I'm sorry.
01:04:29I'm sorry.
01:04:30I'm sorry.
01:04:32I, uh...
01:04:34got bored.
01:04:36I wanted something to do.
01:04:38Your coding gave you away.
01:04:40It felt familiar.
01:04:42Like you.
01:04:44The way the numbers
01:04:46and the figures went together,
01:04:48I don't know,
01:04:50it kind of felt romantic.
01:04:52Why did you leave everything behind?
01:04:54Don't you miss it?
01:04:56I wanted to
01:04:58fix my mistakes
01:05:00and be happy, Mabel.
01:05:03You left without saying goodbye.
01:05:05I know.
01:05:07I'm sorry.
01:05:09I knew you wouldn't forgive me if I left,
01:05:11but I needed to distance myself from you.
01:05:13It was the only way
01:05:15I knew how to forgive you.
01:05:17You succeeded.
01:05:21And good.
01:05:27Oh, wait.
01:05:31At Novatek, we offer competitive pay
01:05:34and flexible schedules
01:05:36with remote opportunities
01:05:38and free meals.
01:05:41Sounds good.
01:05:43There's more.
01:05:45We have benefits, like
01:05:47penny-meave and childcare support
01:05:50and fun company events.
01:05:53So,
01:05:55Jonathan Whiteford,
01:05:57how would you feel about joining Novatek?
01:06:00As an executive?
01:06:02No, as staff,
01:06:04but I would be thrilled to have you
01:06:06as a senior programmer.
01:06:08Pretty good offer.
01:06:11Also,
01:06:13there are no
01:06:15restrictions
01:06:17about relationships
01:06:19with colleagues,
01:06:21so if you happen
01:06:23to like someone at work,
01:06:25it's cool.
01:06:27That's good to know.
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