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00:00:00This is Amber Wilson from KKR News.
00:00:12Mr. Whiteford, your meeting is in 30 minutes.
00:00:17You smoking cigarettes?
00:00:21It's an important meeting. You need to get ready.
00:00:25You can be a little softer in the morning. No one likes a buzz kill.
00:00:30Good morning to you too.
00:00:36I've never had Mediterranean food before.
00:00:38So he immediately takes me to this restaurant on 45th.
00:00:42Jonathan, he's quite the romantic.
00:00:45And then what? Oh, Maple, right?
00:00:49Sorry, I didn't mean to take your seat. Come join us.
00:00:52We were just chatting about my amazing weekend with Jonathan.
00:00:55Oh, Maple would know. She schedules everything for Jonathan.
00:01:00Oh, right. His personal assistant. It's nice to meet you.
00:01:04I'm Julie Miller, Jonathan's fiance.
00:01:07Nice to meet you, Miss Miller.
00:01:10Being his assistant doesn't mean getting personal.
00:01:14Take this as a warning.
00:01:17I've read so many wonderful things about you, Maple.
00:01:21Julie, what are you doing here?
00:01:31It's just a surprise visit from my lovely fiance.
00:01:38Julie, I thought we discussed about keeping boundaries.
00:01:41In front of everyone, play the part, Jonathan.
00:01:44We're engaged, remember?
00:01:47Maple, are you ready for the meeting?
00:01:49Yes, everything's prepared.
00:01:51Good, I want you to take the lead this time.
00:01:53Lead the meeting?
00:01:54Yes, you've earned it.
00:01:56Feel up for it?
00:01:59Feel up for it?
00:02:00Absolutely.
00:02:04Thank you, Mr. Whiteford.
00:02:05No need for formalities. Come on, let's go. We're going to be late.
00:02:11Always work first with him, huh?
00:02:15Hey.
00:02:27Oh, well, well.
00:02:29Congratulations on nailing the pitch, Maple.
00:02:33Well, I learned from the best.
00:02:45Is he as usual?
00:02:48Mom.
00:02:50I thought we agreed on calling first.
00:02:53Since when do I need permission to see my son, hmm?
00:02:57What's the matter?
00:02:58We are hosting a joint family dinner with the Millers.
00:03:03You and Julie are expected to be there.
00:03:05We agreed to delay the engagement.
00:03:07This is not up for debate.
00:03:09You will be there.
00:03:12And you should join us as well, Maple.
00:03:28Attention, please.
00:03:30We are hosting a joint family dinner with the Millers.
00:03:34You and Julie are expected to be there.
00:03:37We agreed to delay the engagement.
00:03:40A toast.
00:03:42To the union.
00:03:46Maple, can you pour me some wine?
00:03:49Maple's a guest.
00:03:50Of course.
00:03:51Miss Miller?
00:03:52Soon to be Mrs. Whiteford.
00:03:56Dad, I'm still your daughter.
00:03:58We are so excited to welcome you into our family.
00:04:02This is the first joyful dinner we've had since Fiona.
00:04:10With Jonathan and Julie together.
00:04:16It almost feels like Fiona is with us here again.
00:04:22Mom.
00:04:24We are so looking forward to this marriage.
00:04:27I'm full.
00:04:28Please enjoy.
00:04:44You okay?
00:04:46Oh, I'm so sorry.
00:04:48I thought you were someone else.
00:04:50I'm fine.
00:04:51I'm fine.
00:04:52I'm fine.
00:04:53I'm fine.
00:04:54I'm fine.
00:04:55I'm fine.
00:04:56I thought you were someone else.
00:04:57Who are you looking for?
00:04:59Jonathan Whiteford.
00:05:01The owner of the mansion?
00:05:03You must be his girlfriend.
00:05:05No, just his assistant.
00:05:07I see.
00:05:08I'm Ryan.
00:05:09My father is the gardener here.
00:05:11I know the house really well.
00:05:13I actually may be able to help you.
00:05:15Jonathan has a few favorite spots around here.
00:05:17Though he doesn't visit much nowadays.
00:05:19He does have quite a few properties.
00:05:22Yes, he prefers to live alone.
00:05:24Is that so?
00:05:25Oh, good.
00:05:26You've met.
00:05:28I was thinking of setting you two up on a date.
00:05:31You make a cute couple.
00:05:42A date?
00:05:43Yes, Mabel.
00:05:45Ryan's a fine young man and you're a diligent worker.
00:05:49You make a good match.
00:05:51Well, it's a kind offer but I'm not interested in dating anyone right now.
00:05:56No offense.
00:05:57None taken.
00:05:59Anyway, I should go find Jonathan.
00:06:01He has a very early meeting.
00:06:05Mabel, you're a smart girl.
00:06:09I know how busy you've been serving my son.
00:06:12What fun you've had.
00:06:14I don't understand.
00:06:16Let me clarify.
00:06:17You're barely a side dish.
00:06:19Now the main course is served.
00:06:22Stay away from my son.
00:06:25Or lose your position at the company and be blacklisted elsewhere.
00:06:29Have I made myself clear?
00:06:35Now, about you and Ryan.
00:06:38You're quite the pair.
00:06:40I can foresee a wedding in the near future.
00:06:50Morning.
00:06:51The files are ready for you to sign.
00:07:00Were you okay last night?
00:07:02What's on my schedule for today?
00:07:07One meeting.
00:07:08One meeting.
00:07:09One meeting.
00:07:10One meeting.
00:07:11One meeting.
00:07:12One meeting.
00:07:13One meeting.
00:07:14One meeting.
00:07:15One meeting.
00:07:16One meeting.
00:07:17One meeting.
00:07:18One meeting in the morning.
00:07:20Two in the afternoon.
00:07:21And Julie wants a dinner date.
00:07:26I set up calendar alerts.
00:07:41You're wearing a new perfume today.
00:07:43You have flights later?
00:07:45Yes.
00:07:47Miss Whiteford set me up for a date.
00:07:49It's after work.
00:07:51A date?
00:07:54Are you joking?
00:07:55You're not the only one inclined for a bit of romance.
00:07:58Jonathan.
00:08:10Before we start, you should know that I am a messy eater.
00:08:14And I hate cats.
00:08:16I'm also indifferent to humanity and climate change.
00:08:21We can just agree that this wasn't a match.
00:08:23And that's your strategy for tonight?
00:08:26Tell me more about yourself.
00:08:28What do you want to know?
00:08:29Family?
00:08:30My mom died and my father is a gambler.
00:08:33You'd inherit his debts at the altar.
00:08:36Delightful company you are.
00:08:38I'm a walking eggplant.
00:08:39Who knows? I might even become an abuser.
00:08:42An abuser?
00:08:44Do you use ropes?
00:08:46What?
00:08:47You see, I enjoy being tied up, so I'm rather intrigued.
00:08:53Weirdo.
00:08:55Says Miss Monster Date.
00:08:57Make off.
00:09:07You're Jack's son.
00:09:09He was such a talented gardener.
00:09:12A favorite servant of mine growing up.
00:09:15Do you know Vine? We're on a date.
00:09:17Oh, and having fun, I see.
00:09:20We would be, without any interruptions.
00:09:33I'm on my way.
00:09:35Okay, sorry.
00:09:38I have to go.
00:09:40Me, too.
00:09:46Excuse me, I'm here for my father, Mr. Morris.
00:09:48What happened?
00:09:49He's stable now.
00:09:51Creditors got rough with him.
00:09:53Broke a couple ribs, but he's breathing.
00:09:57How do I pay for the bills?
00:09:59They've been paid for.
00:10:01By whom?
00:10:06Ryan, what are you doing here?
00:10:09To finish the date.
00:10:10I'm starving.
00:10:13It's a very expensive date.
00:10:16I'll pay you back.
00:10:17Later.
00:10:18For now, let's get something to eat.
00:10:30So, you grew up in the Whitefrig Mansion?
00:10:33Yeah, I did.
00:10:34I helped my dad with the gardens, and we planted exotic flowers from around the world.
00:10:40Paradise for plant geeks, for sure.
00:10:42I'm super nerdy.
00:10:49You were serious about your father's debts, weren't you?
00:10:52He was a gambler.
00:10:55He's changed, but it still haunts us.
00:10:59I just hope to one day settle the debts.
00:11:01You were not the terrible person you made yourself out to be.
00:11:04You've known me for one day.
00:11:06What was your conclusion, Mr. Locke?
00:11:10Well, this is Lull.
00:11:14Um, goodnight, nerd.
00:11:17Goodnight, monster date.
00:11:27Wait.
00:11:29Where are you going?
00:11:35Were you out with him all night?
00:11:38It's my personal time. I don't have to report everything to you.
00:11:42So it went well, then?
00:11:43Your mother set us up, Jonathan. How could I refuse?
00:11:47Good. So then it was all just for show.
00:11:50Well, I actually had a really nice time. I might consider a second date.
00:11:55I can still smell Julie's perfume.
00:11:57Then come shower it off me.
00:12:00You went on a date with another man.
00:12:01You took another woman to a restaurant that I recommended.
00:12:04Jealous?
00:12:06Not as much as you.
00:12:32Morning.
00:12:34Coffee or tea?
00:12:36Uh, coffee.
00:12:42You never make me breakfast.
00:12:46Last night must have been record-breaking.
00:12:50I mean,
00:12:52I don't know.
00:12:54I mean,
00:12:56I mean,
00:12:58I mean,
00:12:59I mean,
00:13:03I'm breaking up with you.
00:13:08What do you mean?
00:13:09Well, more of an ending than a breakup, really.
00:13:12We need to stop. Whatever this is.
00:13:15What about last night?
00:13:18Consider it a breakup gift.
00:13:19Breakup? We weren't even together.
00:13:21Exactly.
00:13:26Shouldn't be too hard to move on.
00:13:29Yeah.
00:13:41Happy 7th anniversary, Mabel!
00:13:45Anniversary?
00:13:47I mean, 70 years with Webber.
00:13:49Sounds like it, doesn't it?
00:13:50Wow, it really has been that long.
00:13:53Thanks, Mabel.
00:13:54You guys are so sweet.
00:13:55What are you doing?
00:13:57What are you doing?
00:13:58Boss, it's her special day.
00:14:00So?
00:14:02We have the meeting with Harbour in an hour.
00:14:05Do your jobs!
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00:15:06Someone might see us.
00:15:08Tell me no one will.
00:15:21Happy anniversary, Mabel.
00:15:28This one will last it.
00:15:37Hello, this is Mabel.
00:15:38Evening, Mabel.
00:15:40Ryan, what an honor.
00:15:42You wanna grab dinner together?
00:15:43Just as friends, of course.
00:15:45I'm not up for another dramatic date.
00:15:49Sure, why not.
00:15:51Where are we going?
00:15:52I know the perfect spot.
00:15:53I'll text you.
00:15:54See you soon.
00:15:58I'm so glad we got to try this place again.
00:16:00This is amazing.
00:16:02I know.
00:16:03I think it has some drugs in it or something.
00:16:05It'd be weird if they didn't.
00:16:06How could it be so addictive?
00:16:09How have you been lately?
00:16:11Can't complain.
00:16:13Because you signed an NDA?
00:16:14Or because you are happy?
00:16:17The latter.
00:16:18Although, if I did sign an NDA, I couldn't really share otherwise, could I?
00:16:23This is true.
00:16:25Hey, I asked you out on a date for a reason.
00:16:28I think we'd make excellent business partners.
00:16:31Business partners?
00:16:32Yeah.
00:16:33Well, let's just say our first date was rather chaotic.
00:16:36So I wasn't able to properly introduce myself to you.
00:16:41I'm Ryan Anderson.
00:16:42I'm the founder of Novatech.
00:16:44And I would like for you to join us head of the creative strategies.
00:16:48Novatech?
00:16:54Novatech?
00:16:57But I thought you said you were...
00:16:58The Gardner son.
00:16:59Yes, I still am, but I'm not defined by what my father does.
00:17:03Even if Barbara thinks so.
00:17:06After years of education and a lot of hard work,
00:17:09I find myself at MIT and started my own company.
00:17:13It's good to own something of your own, right?
00:17:16That's incredible, Ryan.
00:17:17And I'm grateful for the opportunity, but I already have a job.
00:17:21And I'm just an assistant.
00:17:24So I'm sure there are other people much more qualified than me out there.
00:17:28You're not just anyone.
00:17:29You're the key success to the Whitebirds project.
00:17:32It's time for you to get outside of Jonathan's shadow.
00:17:37So, cheers to chasing what you truly deserve.
00:17:55Oh, Miss Whitebird.
00:17:57Um, Jonathan's left for the...
00:17:59I'm here to see you.
00:18:02How was everything with Ryan?
00:18:04It was pleasant.
00:18:06Thank you for the introduction.
00:18:08When do you plan to marry him?
00:18:10We've only just met.
00:18:13I've warned you.
00:18:15No marriage.
00:18:18No job at Whiteford Tech.
00:18:20No job at Whiteford Tech.
00:18:23And you will be banned from the industry.
00:18:25I've ended things with Jonathan.
00:18:27Then marry Ryan to prove it.
00:18:30I've done my research as well, Mabel.
00:18:34Leave my son, and I'll clear all your father's debts.
00:18:40If not, those seeking him will find him.
00:18:45Perhaps Jonathan is the one who needs guidance, not me.
00:18:49I don't think you understand the situation.
00:18:52You are nothing to Jonathan.
00:18:55At most, a shadow of his past pain.
00:18:59A reminder of a heartbreak.
00:19:02What do you mean?
00:19:04You don't know, do you?
00:19:09Marry Ryan.
00:19:11It's my last warning.
00:19:20A FEW HOURS LATER
00:19:31Did I miss a meeting?
00:19:35No, I just...
00:19:37Your driver couldn't get a hold of you.
00:19:39He was concerned.
00:19:41Mr. Whiteford, it's October 15th.
00:19:43Shit, shit.
00:19:44You should never always take the day off.
00:19:47It's okay. The car's out front.
00:19:49No, it's not okay. I never forget...
00:19:53Just clear everything for today, okay?
00:19:55I've kept your calendar clear, as always.
00:20:00The car, Mr. Whiteford.
00:20:01Right. I'll see you...
00:20:03At the office?
00:20:04Right.
00:20:10Hello?
00:20:11Mabel, where are you? Our server is down!
00:20:14Okay, I'm on my way.
00:20:20The entire server crashed!
00:20:22Where is Mr. Whiteford?
00:20:24Hey, what happened?
00:20:25We are under attack. We need a system reboot.
00:20:28Where is Mr. Whiteford? We need his admin code. Now!
00:20:30Okay, he's out of the office.
00:20:32Let me just try contacting him, okay?
00:20:37We need that code. Do you have access to it?
00:20:40No, that code is highly confidential.
00:20:41Jonathan is the sole owner.
00:20:43Let me try.
00:20:52What else?
00:20:53We're completely offline. Come on, Mabel. You know you're the best.
00:20:56I won't.
00:21:00Try Fiona.
00:21:02F-I-O-N-A
00:21:06Fiona?
00:21:07Give it a shot.
00:21:11Fiona?
00:21:13Give it a shot.
00:21:18Remember that awkward dinner at the Whiteford's?
00:21:22Fiona, you are nothing to Jonathan.
00:21:26At most, a shadow of his past pain.
00:21:30A reminder of a heartbreak.
00:21:32Jonathan?
00:21:42Hello, Jonathan.
00:21:44Good to see you.
00:21:45How may I help you?
00:21:49Did Jonathan model this whole thing after you?
00:21:51Oh, no. That's not Mabel.
00:21:56That's my sister, Fiona.
00:21:59Jonathan's first love.
00:22:03F-I-O-N-A
00:22:14Next, Mabel Morris.
00:22:30Hello.
00:22:33Hello.
00:22:35You know, coding demands intense focus and absolute silence.
00:22:42That's why having a capable assistant to help with other things like interviews is crucial.
00:22:58Fiona.
00:22:59Um, I'm Mabel Morris, Mr. Whiteford.
00:23:03Here's my resume.
00:23:07Mabel.
00:23:08Nice to meet you.
00:23:22When can you start?
00:23:25Tomorrow.
00:23:26Tomorrow?
00:23:27No, actually, today.
00:23:29Welcome to Whiteford Tech.
00:23:32M-M-Mabel.
00:23:34M-M-Mabel.
00:23:36Mabel.
00:23:44Mabel.
00:23:45Are you alright?
00:23:47I know. Shocking, isn't it?
00:23:50You know, when they mentioned you years ago, I was concerned.
00:23:54I thought you'd actually fallen for someone.
00:23:57But then I saw you, and I knew there was nothing to worry about.
00:24:02To Jonathan, you're just a reminder of my sister.
00:24:06He doesn't love you.
00:24:08You're nothing but a shadow to him.
00:24:09You are, at best, a placebo.
00:24:15Oh, Mabel.
00:24:17Did you actually think you stood a chance?
00:24:19You pathetic slut.
00:24:22Fuck off.
00:24:28Oh, do you know about today?
00:24:30I don't want to know.
00:24:31Fiona died today, seven years ago.
00:24:34He visits her grave on this day every year.
00:24:40You see?
00:24:42You're just a joke.
00:24:43You see?
00:24:45You're just a joke.
00:25:07Hey, Mabel.
00:25:10What's wrong?
00:25:14There was an attack on the system at work today.
00:25:18Okay.
00:25:20Well, since you're here and not at the office, I assume it's resolved?
00:25:25You bastard.
00:25:28What is it?
00:25:30What?
00:25:31The code, Jonathan. What is it?
00:25:32That's none of your business.
00:25:37Come on.
00:25:38Tell me about this attack.
00:25:44So...
00:25:46It's been fixed?
00:25:48We had to restart the system.
00:25:51System reboot.
00:25:52I see.
00:25:54It asked for an admin code.
00:25:56Why didn't you call me?
00:25:57I tried to, but it didn't go through.
00:26:01Signal down there.
00:26:03We got the code.
00:26:06You did?
00:26:08How?
00:26:10Luckily.
00:26:11Luckily...
00:26:13Julio is there.
00:26:18So you've seen.
00:26:20Fiona?
00:26:25Yeah.
00:26:30Fiona?
00:26:34Yeah.
00:26:36Mabel.
00:26:38I know you have a lot of questions.
00:26:40Actually...
00:26:42I found a lot of answers today.
00:26:47I thought I was lucky.
00:26:51To have that job.
00:26:54To work at the company, to be by your side.
00:26:59To enter a relationship with you or whatever that was.
00:27:06But it turns out...
00:27:08I was just a replacement.
00:27:10A replacement for some sick, twisted obsession that you can't get over.
00:27:15I'm shadowing for a dead girlfriend.
00:27:19All those years.
00:27:21What do you get?
00:27:25You're a fucking ghost.
00:27:26Enough!
00:27:28Don't speak.
00:27:30Don't use that term.
00:27:31Dead?
00:27:32Ghost?
00:27:33Ghost?
00:27:35That's the reality of it, Jonathan.
00:27:37She is both.
00:27:44I'm Mabel Morris.
00:27:47I'm not...
00:27:50I'm not your dead girlfriend.
00:27:51I'm not Fiona.
00:27:59You're right.
00:28:01You're not her.
00:28:04Nobody is.
00:28:15I've submitted my resignation.
00:28:19Thank you for the opportunity.
00:28:22Years ago, I learned a lot.
00:28:26Goodbye, Mr. Whiteford.
00:28:30Goodbye.
00:28:39Fuck!
00:28:56You said you were a friend of Mr. Morris'?
00:28:58A friend of his daughter Mabel, actually.
00:28:59Ah, yes, Mabel.
00:29:01She's quite sweet and caring.
00:29:02Absolutely.
00:29:04She asked me to come check on Scott.
00:29:06How's his condition?
00:29:08He's well.
00:29:11With a little rest, he should recover fully.
00:29:14That's good news.
00:29:25He's at Silver Pine Hospital.
00:29:27Tell his creditors.
00:29:30I knew you had it in you.
00:29:33Mrs. Whiteford, I was just...
00:29:35Spare me the excuses, Julie.
00:29:39I've seen what you're capable of.
00:29:42Years ago.
00:29:53Mrs. Whiteford, there's been a misunderstanding.
00:29:55Oh, enough, Julie. Cut it.
00:29:59Fiona was sweet.
00:30:02But too naive for our world.
00:30:04Her innocence was a liability.
00:30:07I tried separating Jonathan and Fiona for years.
00:30:11Jonathan was so invested.
00:30:13Even ignoring his family to pursue his little tech project.
00:30:17All encouraged by Fiona.
00:30:19Luckily, his project succeeded.
00:30:22But not without him taking down his father's legacy first.
00:30:26We could have been so much more influential.
00:30:28So powerful.
00:30:33But just when I thought all was lost,
00:30:36Fiona was out of the picture.
00:30:39Her death was no coincidence, Julie.
00:30:42God plays no favors.
00:30:44I see your hand in her car accident.
00:30:49How long have you known?
00:30:51Oh, Julie.
00:30:53I've known from the start.
00:30:55What?
00:31:00What happened?
00:31:01Oh, he's...
00:31:02His dead collector's caught up to him.
00:31:05Will he be okay?
00:31:06For the worst, he's lost a lot of blood.
00:31:10How did he find us?
00:31:11Someone must have tipped him off.
00:31:12We're investigating.
00:31:13We'll do our best to locate his attackers.
00:31:16I've warned you.
00:31:18This is the end of my life.
00:31:22It's Barbara Whiteford.
00:31:23The Barbara Whiteford, queen of Manhattan?
00:31:26She's after my father.
00:31:28That's a serious accusation, ma'am.
00:31:30Respectfully, your father is not significant enough for Barbara Whiteford.
00:31:33You don't understand.
00:31:34I got too close to her son and she told me...
00:31:37Please calm down.
00:31:38No, you don't understand.
00:31:39Please, please, Ms. Morris.
00:31:42Unfortunately, we couldn't save your father.
00:31:45He passed away.
00:31:50No.
00:31:54Do you understand?
00:32:00No.
00:32:18Mama.
00:32:20After you left, Dad was never the same.
00:32:28When you left us...
00:32:33I lost you.
00:32:38I always thought it would get better.
00:32:45But it didn't.
00:32:49I'm sorry.
00:32:54I didn't feel like a nobody.
00:32:58I failed.
00:33:00I failed at everything.
00:33:10Leave me alone.
00:33:20You got food from your favorite place?
00:33:25You don't have to talk to me, but...
00:33:28Please eat something.
00:33:32Well, I can't eat all that food by myself.
00:33:44I'm only gonna ask you once.
00:33:46And I'll let you be.
00:33:48But are you okay?
00:33:50Do you want to talk about it?
00:33:53I'm managing.
00:33:55Food helped.
00:34:01You don't have to smile if you don't want to.
00:34:04It's okay to feel vulnerable.
00:34:06We all have our moments.
00:34:08It's just...
00:34:12It's been incredibly hard.
00:34:14I get it.
00:34:15And I'm sorry you're going through all of this.
00:34:20I've lost a loved one, too.
00:34:22Wait. Do you have a dead girlfriend, also?
00:34:25A dead girlfriend? Wait.
00:34:27You knew about Jonathan and Piana.
00:34:30So you knew. You knew all this time.
00:34:32But you two are completely different.
00:34:37I didn't lose a lover.
00:34:41It was my mother I lost.
00:34:46I am sorry.
00:34:48It's okay.
00:34:51This whole week is just like...
00:34:54Everything feels so pointless.
00:34:58That's a natural feeling to have.
00:35:00I used to mock existentialism.
00:35:03I get it now.
00:35:05I love how intelligent you sound.
00:35:07Even now.
00:35:09Stop.
00:35:11No, seriously.
00:35:13Modern day Socrates.
00:35:15Thank you, Ryan.
00:35:26Thank you, Ryan.
00:35:28For the food and the talk.
00:35:30Less of the food.
00:35:32Still so addictive.
00:35:34They definitely put drugs in it.
00:35:36Yeah, exactly.
00:35:38Hey, if you need anything, just call me.
00:35:41I won't.
00:35:43I think I just need some time to think things over.
00:35:46Have you considered your next steps?
00:35:48Not sure.
00:35:50Quit my job. Settled the debts.
00:35:52Now the world's just kind of open to me.
00:35:55Strange.
00:35:57Well, there's a spot for you and Novatek.
00:35:59You sure? About me leading?
00:36:01You're the best one to lead it.
00:36:03Come on, just give it a shot.
00:36:05I'll think about it. Seriously.
00:36:07That's all I can ask.
00:36:16Mabel?
00:36:18Are you doing okay?
00:36:21Why are you here?
00:36:24Mabel?
00:36:26Are you doing okay?
00:36:28Why are you here?
00:36:30I saw what happened on the news and I...
00:36:32You're worried?
00:36:34Save it. It's none of your business.
00:36:36Mabel, please, let me just...
00:36:38I'm done!
00:36:40Listening, Jonathan.
00:36:42I spent so much time on something that wasn't real.
00:36:46And now I finally know the truth.
00:36:50I thought what we had was real.
00:36:53But I was just a pill for a wound that won't heal.
00:37:02I truly loved you.
00:37:04Jonathan.
00:37:10Don't come looking for me again.
00:37:13Leave me alone.
00:37:15It's my final request.
00:37:24And this is the upstairs division.
00:37:27Hi. Nice to see you.
00:37:29What do you think?
00:37:31I love it. It's so lively.
00:37:33That's the goal.
00:37:35Hey, I'm in. But I have one condition.
00:37:37I'd like to work from a different city.
00:37:40Why's that?
00:37:42Well, I hear you're expanding to Tokyo.
00:37:43That's where you're headed, right?
00:37:45Someone's been doing her homework.
00:37:47And for a new market,
00:37:49it's important to have someone you trust by your side.
00:37:51I'm listening.
00:37:53I understand everything.
00:37:55Nice.
00:37:57Tokyo it is, then.
00:37:59Welcome to the table.
00:38:01What an honor, Captain.
00:38:03Let me show you around.
00:38:10Sir?
00:38:11You have a meeting with the creative team in 15 minutes?
00:38:14Right.
00:38:16Bring me their pitch deck and latest progress report.
00:38:20And see if Mabel is ready for the creative discussion.
00:38:23Sir?
00:38:25Mabel doesn't work here anymore.
00:38:27I can get someone else to help with her.
00:38:36She can't be replaced.
00:38:37There's no one like her.
00:38:44Why don't you start in the living room?
00:38:48What?
00:38:51What is happening here?
00:38:53We're just doing our job, sir.
00:38:55Please don't interrupt.
00:38:57Where are these going?
00:38:59They're going to the donation.
00:39:01They don't already left.
00:39:08Get out.
00:39:10Then?
00:39:12You asked.
00:39:15You do not want to talk.
00:39:19You haven't been this way since Fiona.
00:39:21Why are you this upset over a fleeting affair?
00:39:24Just move on.
00:39:26Mabel wasn't some fleeting affair.
00:39:28She's clearly just a fill-in for Fiona.
00:39:30Nothing more than her look-alike.
00:39:32She's different.
00:39:34Funny, professional.
00:39:35She makes me feel good about myself.
00:39:37She's...
00:39:39She's Mabel.
00:39:41And I actually like her for who she is.
00:39:49What about our engagement?
00:39:52Julie.
00:39:55When Fiona left,
00:39:57I was lost.
00:39:59I would never marry you
00:40:01having some fleeting feelings for her.
00:40:03That's not right for either one of us.
00:40:05No, no. You don't determine that.
00:40:07Jonathan, I have dreamed of our marriage
00:40:09since the day we met.
00:40:11I sacrificed so much for that dream.
00:40:13I lost everything.
00:40:15What do you mean by that?
00:40:17Nothing.
00:40:19Nothing. I just...
00:40:21I can't stand to see you like...
00:40:23What are you hiding?
00:40:25Nothing. I was just saying that...
00:40:27Did you have something to do with Mabel leaving?
00:40:29I don't have to answer your accusations.
00:40:31You're delusional.
00:40:33Did you?
00:40:35Baby,
00:40:37we'll talk about this tomorrow, okay?
00:40:42Just sleep this off and we'll talk tomorrow.
00:40:55All right, give me the visitor's list
00:40:57for Mabel's father's death.
00:40:59It's urgent.
00:41:01The hospital's footage was erased,
00:41:03but a doctor remembers a young woman
00:41:05claiming to be Mabel's friend.
00:41:07A young woman?
00:41:09Yes, sir.
00:41:11A detailed description matches Miss Miller.
00:41:15Julie.
00:41:17Should I contact Miss Miller for confirmation?
00:41:19No, don't bother.
00:41:21Any news on Mabel's location?
00:41:24She just purchased tickets
00:41:26for many destinations.
00:41:28Many destinations?
00:41:30Where is she currently?
00:41:32Last known location,
00:41:34she's in a cab to JFK Airport.
00:41:36Get the car ready. Now.
00:41:46Okay, pull over. Right here. Stop.
00:41:49Mabel!
00:41:51Are you insane?
00:41:53What the hell are you doing?
00:41:59Mabel, where are you?
00:42:06Wait, Mabel, Mabel!
00:42:16Did you know about Mabel's departure?
00:42:18I know she left with Ryan Anderson,
00:42:21the servant's son.
00:42:23It's a good match. You should be happy for her.
00:42:25Were you part of this?
00:42:28Jonathan,
00:42:30Mabel made her own choice.
00:42:32No one pushed her.
00:42:34She has her life, we have ours.
00:42:36They don't intersect.
00:42:39Remember, you have responsibilities.
00:42:41The wedding's next month.
00:42:43I won't marry Julie.
00:42:45I won't be a pawn in your plan.
00:42:48I love Mabel.
00:42:50She's the one I want.
00:42:52She is merely a stand-in for Fiona.
00:42:54I'm not!
00:42:56I know it's already too late,
00:42:58but my feelings for her are real.
00:43:02I'll wait for her.
00:43:04I'll wait as long as it takes,
00:43:06because this is my life!
00:43:09And I'll spend it with Mabel.
00:43:26Mabel, turn it off.
00:43:31Mabel!
00:43:34Okay, you lazy bone.
00:43:36Come on.
00:43:38There's a meeting to attend to.
00:43:40Programmed you too well, didn't I?
00:43:42I learned it myself.
00:43:44Exactly.
00:43:46That's why I said I programmed you too well.
00:43:48Show off.
00:43:50The driver is ten minutes away.
00:43:53Got it.
00:43:56Put some clothes on.
00:44:00You can't see me, right?
00:44:02Don't need to.
00:44:04I know you too well.
00:44:06I'll be right there.
00:44:08I'll be right there.
00:44:10I'll be right there.
00:44:12I'll be right there.
00:44:14I'll be right there.
00:44:16I'll be right there.
00:44:17I know you too well.
00:44:19I'll be right there.
00:44:21Heard that.
00:44:23Incoming call
00:44:25from Mrs. Whiteford.
00:44:27Put her through.
00:44:29Mr. Whiteford, it's urgent.
00:44:31Please come home.
00:44:33Your mother's condition is critical.
00:44:44What happened?
00:44:45She suffered a stroke last night.
00:44:47Mom.
00:44:49Mom.
00:44:51She'll recover, right?
00:44:53She's all right for now.
00:44:55But she might not speak again.
00:44:57What?
00:44:59A severe stroke, Mr. Whiteford.
00:45:01She's lucky she's even breathing.
00:45:04Sweetie.
00:45:07Hi.
00:45:11What can I do to help?
00:45:13Keep her calm.
00:45:15She might be able to pull through.
00:45:18Excuse me.
00:45:21I'm here.
00:45:24Mabel, this is my father
00:45:26who I've been telling you about.
00:45:28Mabel, it's such a pleasure.
00:45:30Ryan's told me so much about you.
00:45:32Likewise.
00:45:34He's going on about those unique seeds
00:45:36that you've been planting.
00:45:38He's kind of nerdy sometimes.
00:45:40Oh, so nerdy.
00:45:42Mabel.
00:45:46Mabel.
00:45:52Hey.
00:45:54When did you return?
00:45:56Mabel, we can leave this here.
00:45:58No need.
00:46:00We're just chatting.
00:46:02Jonathan, it's nice to see you.
00:46:04I was just looking for you.
00:46:06You deliberately ignored my request.
00:46:08I asked to be left alone.
00:46:10Mabel, I just wanted to sort things out.
00:46:12Everything was sorted.
00:46:13It's all behind us.
00:46:17Um, hey, Jonathan.
00:46:19They're just here to visit an old man.
00:46:21Isn't that okay?
00:46:23Dad, this is your home as well.
00:46:25We don't need his approval.
00:46:27Actually, Jack, I was thinking
00:46:29you should come live in the city with us.
00:46:31I see you two.
00:46:33You live together, huh?
00:46:35It's none of your business.
00:46:37Mabel, I just wanted to...
00:46:39I see you haven't changed.
00:46:41Sorry, Jack.
00:46:43There's something I need to meet.
00:46:45Mabel.
00:46:51We can talk about it, you know?
00:46:53About the product launch?
00:46:55My only concern is the interface.
00:46:57It's not user-friendly enough.
00:46:59Mabel, it's okay to be upset with Jonathan.
00:47:01No need to hide it.
00:47:03He's just a competitor now.
00:47:05Speaking of which, the new app at Whiteford Tech
00:47:07is dominating the charts.
00:47:09We should look into that.
00:47:11Can I ask you something?
00:47:13Do you still have feelings for Jonathan?
00:47:16No.
00:47:19He broke my heart once.
00:47:21I'm not gonna give him a second chance.
00:47:33This is Mabel.
00:47:35Head of Creatives.
00:47:37Nice to meet the team.
00:47:39We've heard many great things about you, Mabel.
00:47:41Your products are so exciting.
00:47:43We always try our very best to ensure...
00:47:47Good morning.
00:47:49What are you doing here?
00:47:51Mr. Whiteford, welcome.
00:47:54Mr. Whiteford's our angel investor.
00:47:56He's shown great interest in this product
00:47:58and requested to join us at this meeting.
00:48:01I hope that isn't a problem, Mr. Anderson.
00:48:04Considering the product is still under testing,
00:48:06we typically limit our attendance.
00:48:09He's welcome to join.
00:48:11I'm intrigued to hear Mr. Whiteford's thoughts.
00:48:14His insight is invaluable.
00:48:18Why don't you take a seat?
00:48:20I love being part of the creative process.
00:48:22What an honor, Mr. Whiteford.
00:48:30At the end of the day, our product is really exciting
00:48:33and thank you all so much for spending your afternoon
00:48:35with us at Nova Tech.
00:48:37We are thrilled to be doing business with you.
00:48:41Well, this sounds like a game changer.
00:48:44Congratulations.
00:48:46Mr. Whiteford,
00:48:48what are your thoughts?
00:48:51It's good.
00:48:53Surely, as a leader in this industry,
00:48:56you have more to offer than good.
00:48:58I don't think it's my place to say more.
00:49:01If we always play it safe, we'll never achieve perfection.
00:49:06You've grown a lot, Mabel.
00:49:07It's a strong product, but not yet a market leader.
00:49:12But there's potential.
00:49:14Your media needs more clarity.
00:49:16Apparently, it's affecting your overall product.
00:49:19You need to improve the interactive system.
00:49:21It's far too average.
00:49:23And the interface needs to be more user-friendly.
00:49:26You know this.
00:49:28But overall, truly, truly,
00:49:32well done.
00:49:34Proud of you.
00:49:35Proud of you.
00:49:37Professional boundaries, Mr. Whiteford.
00:49:40Sorry.
00:49:42I sometimes get carried away with talent for teens.
00:49:48Well then,
00:49:50let's chrome some numbers, shall we?
00:49:52Yes, absolutely.
00:50:01Hey, great job on today's pitch.
00:50:03It was a team effort.
00:50:05You still have some work to do, though.
00:50:07I'm looking forward to launching it.
00:50:09But then, if it's non-stop,
00:50:11we're going to get some rest.
00:50:13Well,
00:50:15you still had time to find the handsome lawyer.
00:50:18Wait, you knew about it?
00:50:20Ryan, you are the only guy who hasn't made a pass at me.
00:50:24I had my suspicions.
00:50:26I thought Barbara set us up for that reason,
00:50:28but she's clueless.
00:50:30Still hoping for a wedding.
00:50:32I'll see you tomorrow.
00:50:34Absolutely.
00:50:36And hey, if you hear anything,
00:50:38especially about Jonathan,
00:50:40just ask.
00:50:42That is all behind me.
00:50:44Don't worry.
00:51:02Hey.
00:51:04Stalking now, Mr. Whiteford?
00:51:06Just a coincidence, Miss Morris.
00:51:08See, um, I live here too.
00:51:11Yeah, right.
00:51:16Hey!
00:51:29Can you give me some space?
00:51:32That's pretty nice of you.
00:51:37When did you move here?
00:51:39Because I was under the impression
00:51:41that this space housed one.
00:51:44Housed two.
00:51:54Oh, what a coincidence.
00:51:56I live here too.
00:51:58Guess what?
00:51:59My passcode is still Fiona.
00:52:01He says his passcode is still Fiona.
00:52:05Why do you care?
00:52:14Turn the lights, Mabel.
00:52:16That's an early night.
00:52:18Rough day?
00:52:20Actually,
00:52:22it's one of the best days of my life.
00:52:24Really?
00:52:26What happened?
00:52:27Good night, Mabel.
00:52:37Need a ride, Miss Morris?
00:52:39No, thank you.
00:52:41I prefer to walk.
00:52:43Are you kidding? It's about to rain.
00:52:45Come on.
00:52:49Busy day, Ed?
00:52:51You seemed really occupied yesterday.
00:52:54The deal was a quiet ride.
00:52:57You know, I have a tip for your product,
00:52:59if you're interested.
00:53:05Okay, fine. What is it?
00:53:07The interface needs a better visual hierarchy.
00:53:09The uniform font size is causing problems.
00:53:11I'm sorry.
00:53:13I'm sorry.
00:53:15I'm sorry.
00:53:16I'm sorry.
00:53:18The uniform font size is causing confusion,
00:53:20but a little variation can help.
00:53:22You're right.
00:53:24We wanted simplicity,
00:53:26but maybe too much, though.
00:53:28It's a good approach,
00:53:30but you need to experiment a bit.
00:53:32You've always been a rule-breaker, Mabel.
00:53:47Her condition worsened.
00:53:49We thought it would be best
00:53:51if you were here.
00:53:55Is there anything that can be done for her?
00:53:58We've done everything.
00:54:01Her vitals are going quickly.
00:54:03I'm so sorry.
00:54:05I'm going to get some help.
00:54:07I'm sorry.
00:54:09I'm sorry.
00:54:11I'm sorry.
00:54:13I'm sorry.
00:54:14I'm so sorry.
00:54:16I'm going to get some medicine, okay?
00:54:23Mom, hey.
00:54:25I'm right here.
00:54:30Is there anything we can get for you?
00:54:34I'm leaving you.
00:54:36Mom, no.
00:54:38You're fine.
00:54:40We're taking good care of you.
00:54:42My son.
00:54:44I'm truly sorry.
00:54:51The best moment you could ever have.
00:54:56I want you
00:54:58to be happy.
00:55:00I am happy.
00:55:02I'm happy.
00:55:05After Fiona,
00:55:07I saw how you suffered.
00:55:11I regret
00:55:12so many.
00:55:16I overlooked things
00:55:18after Fiona's death.
00:55:22You changed so much.
00:55:26What do you mean, Mom?
00:55:28Just promise me you'll be happy
00:55:31with Mabel or anyone else.
00:55:35Promise me.
00:55:43That it's time you learned the truth
00:55:46about everything.
00:55:53Oh, my God.
00:55:55It's official.
00:55:56Applewhiteford just died.
00:55:58Really?
00:55:59What happened?
00:56:00It was sudden.
00:56:02John and Blackford confirmed it.
00:56:04Are you okay?
00:56:06I'm...
00:56:09I have to go.
00:56:10Take the day off.
00:56:12Okay.
00:56:32Facial recognition successful.
00:56:35Welcome, Mabel.
00:56:37Facial recognition, huh?
00:56:42Jonathan?
00:56:47Why are you here?
00:56:54I saw the news.
00:56:57Are you okay?
00:56:59I'll manage.
00:57:01Do you need anything?
00:57:02Do you want to talk?
00:57:03Why are you here?
00:57:05Is it because you care?
00:57:07I understand
00:57:08what it feels like to lose a parent.
00:57:10But that's not why you're here.
00:57:13You care.
00:57:14Don't you?
00:57:16I was concerned.
00:57:18But if you're fine, I should go.
00:57:19Please don't go.
00:57:21Please.
00:57:22Have you been drinking?
00:57:23Jonathan, this is so inappropriate!
00:57:25Mabel, Mabel, listen!
00:57:27Listening.
00:57:28Mabel signing in.
00:57:29How can I help, Jonathan?
00:57:40What is that?
00:57:41Miss Morris,
00:57:42I'm Mabel,
00:57:43an AI modeled after you.
00:57:45Mabel, Mabel, stop!
00:57:49Wait, wait.
00:57:55I'm sorry.
00:57:57I'm sorry.
00:57:58This was my way of coping with your absence.
00:58:00It was never meant to be discovered like this.
00:58:07This is...
00:58:08This is too much.
00:58:11This isn't just obsession.
00:58:12This is unhealthy.
00:58:13I know.
00:58:14It's wrong.
00:58:18Please,
00:58:19I'll never bother you again.
00:58:20Just, just
00:58:21give me some time and I'll go.
00:58:22I swear.
00:58:24Are you okay,
00:58:25Jonathan?
00:58:29Yes.
00:58:31Yes.
00:58:48You were right about the rain.
00:59:07Yeah.
00:59:08Outstanding, Mabel!
00:59:14No Mr. Whiteford today?
00:59:18Yes.
00:59:19He wished to come,
00:59:20but couldn't make it.
00:59:21He was caught up with family matters.
00:59:24Did you hear about his mother?
00:59:29Morning.
00:59:32I'm here to announce the passing of my mother,
00:59:36Barbara Whiteford,
00:59:37due to a severe stroke.
00:59:40It's a challenging time for our family
00:59:42and we appreciate your thoughts.
00:59:44While we mourn,
00:59:45I also need to address serious matters
00:59:47involving Julie Miller,
00:59:50a close associate of our family.
00:59:53Years ago,
00:59:54Fiona Miller,
00:59:55my then girlfriend,
00:59:56and I developed a system named after her
00:59:59that laid the foundation for Whiteford Tech.
01:00:01Her untimely death,
01:00:03I recently learned,
01:00:04was orchestrated
01:00:06by her sister,
01:00:08Julie Miller,
01:00:09with my mother's knowledge.
01:00:12Moreover,
01:00:14Julie Miller has been involved
01:00:16in other immoral acts.
01:00:19She hired gang members for violent acts
01:00:21and caused deep harm to someone close to my heart.
01:00:26I'm not seeking forgiveness for the family.
01:00:29I only want justice.
01:00:31Julie now stands trial for her actions.
01:00:34The Fiona system,
01:00:36pivotal in uncovering these truths,
01:00:38will now be decommissioned
01:00:40and made publicly available
01:00:42for the advancement of technology.
01:00:45It's time for fresh perspectives.
01:00:48I'm stepping down.
01:00:51Whiteford Tech will now be under NOVA,
01:00:53led by Ryan Anderson and Mabel Morse,
01:00:57whose leadership and vision I trust.
01:01:00This will be my last public appearance
01:01:02All my shares in Whiteford Tech
01:01:04will be transferred to Mabel Morse.
01:01:07The future is in her hands. Thank you.
01:01:17So that's it.
01:01:18We are owners of the largest tech company in the country.
01:01:33Hey, Jonathan.
01:01:35What's up?
01:01:39Hey, why did you leave the company
01:01:41and all of your shares?
01:01:42What the...
01:01:47Facial recognition successful.
01:01:49Welcome, Mabel.
01:01:54You're welcome.
01:01:56You're welcome.
01:01:58You're welcome.
01:01:59Facial recognition successful.
01:02:00Welcome, Mabel.
01:02:14Where's Jonathan?
01:02:16He has moved away.
01:02:18He is, I quote,
01:02:20giving you space.
01:02:23He moved?
01:02:25Where?
01:02:26I'm afraid I don't know.
01:02:30He really left everything behind?
01:02:34He said,
01:02:35it would be for the best.
01:02:49Maybe he's right.
01:02:53Maybe it is for the best.
01:03:00I found the programmer that you've been looking for.
01:03:03Here's everything on him.
01:03:04The best we could dig up.
01:03:07Hey,
01:03:08we need to learn to take some more breaks.
01:03:10Seven of our way too high for the rest of us.
01:03:17I'll slow down
01:03:18once we've got more skilled people like this one working for us.
01:03:44Facial recognition successful.
01:03:46Welcome, Mabel.
01:03:59Good work, Jonathan.
01:04:00Mabel.
01:04:02Hi.
01:04:04How did you...
01:04:05Weeks ago,
01:04:06we discovered a mysterious programmer.
01:04:09Their work was outstanding.
01:04:11I just had to know who it was.
01:04:15I'm sorry.
01:04:17I, uh,
01:04:18got bored.
01:04:19I wanted something to do.
01:04:21Recoding gave you away.
01:04:23I felt familiar,
01:04:24like you.
01:04:26The way the numbers and the figures
01:04:28went together, I don't know,
01:04:29it kind of felt romantic.
01:04:33Why did you leave everything behind?
01:04:35Don't you miss it?
01:04:38I wanted to
01:04:40fix my mistakes,
01:04:42to help you.
01:04:45I want you to be happy, Mabel.
01:04:49You left without saying goodbye.
01:04:50I know.
01:04:52I'm sorry.
01:04:54I knew you wouldn't forgive me if I left, but
01:04:56I needed to distance myself from you.
01:04:58It was the only way
01:04:59I knew how to forgive you.
01:05:02You succeeded.
01:05:06And good.
01:05:12Oh, wait.
01:05:16At Novatec, we offer competitive pay
01:05:18and flexible schedules
01:05:21with remote opportunities
01:05:23and free meals.
01:05:26Sounds good.
01:05:27There's more.
01:05:29We have benefits, like
01:05:31penny meals
01:05:32and child care support
01:05:35and fun company events.
01:05:38So,
01:05:40Jonathan Whiteford,
01:05:41how would you feel about joining Novatec?
01:05:45As an executive?
01:05:47No, as staff,
01:05:48but I would be thrilled to have you
01:05:49as a senior programmer.
01:05:53Pretty good offer.
01:05:56Also,
01:05:58there are no
01:06:00restrictions
01:06:02about relationships
01:06:03with colleagues.
01:06:05So, if you happen
01:06:07to like someone at work,
01:06:10it's cool.
01:06:11That's good to know.