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00:00:00Something big.
00:00:01Now I'll find Henry Vaughn and stop him.
00:00:04Now, what does he look like?
00:00:07What? What's happening?
00:00:08I'm going to take you for a ride.
00:00:12Oh my, it's the boy! It's the new girlfriend!
00:00:14Ten things you need to know about Henry Vaughn's sweetheart, Lila Collins.
00:00:19We'll have leverage to negotiate with Henry Vaughn.
00:00:21I guess I'm his girlfriend.
00:00:23No. Marriage wasn't part of the deal.
00:00:25You humiliate this family!
00:00:27You did what?
00:00:28The only way to kill a rumor is to start another one.
00:00:31I never knew you were into a spiral like this.
00:00:34The second Starlight Home would be gone, so would you.
00:00:37Lila, you don't know him.
00:00:43I hate him, and I hate myself.
00:00:53For just one fleeting moment, I wished it was real.
00:00:56What do you say?
00:00:58Beyoncé?
00:01:12I got this. I belong here.
00:01:26Hey, do you know who she was?
00:01:29No clue. I've never seen her before.
00:01:35How's everything? You got a plan?
00:01:37Anya, I'm in. Now, I'll find Henry Vaughn and stop him.
00:01:40He's not getting his hands on our orphanage. Our home.
00:01:46Now, what does he look like?
00:01:49Mr. Vaughn. It's such a pleasure.
00:01:53We go live in ten minutes.
00:01:57I'll be back shortly.
00:02:02I can't believe we're talking to Henry Vaughn.
00:02:05Oh, my God! His first public appearance!
00:02:08No one has ever seen him before this.
00:02:11Screams headlines. We need something big.
00:02:14Yeah, I'll confirm after you, okay?
00:02:17All right? Thank you.
00:02:26No sign of Henry Vaughn. Where is he?
00:02:32What? What's happening?
00:02:34Probably just a glitch. You okay?
00:02:36Ah, my hair. It's stuck to your shirt. Can you please help?
00:02:39Of course I'll help.
00:02:41Ow! Stop yanking!
00:02:43I'm not yanking. Be patient.
00:02:45Oh, please. Not so rough.
00:02:47Please, just be slow. Come on. Come on, closer.
00:02:50Uh, hey, you may want to hear this.
00:02:55You're stepping slow. Come on. Be patient.
00:02:58I can't help it. Ow!
00:03:00I'm sorry. Did that hurt?
00:03:02Just take off your shirt.
00:03:04In an elevator, that's not happening.
00:03:06We go live. Now!
00:03:08Just take off your shirt.
00:03:10In an elevator, that's not happening.
00:03:12I'll just do it.
00:03:14I'm so sorry.
00:03:18Come on, Mr. Vaughn! It's on your carpet!
00:03:20Is this some sort of pinky elevator play?
00:03:22I'm sorry to get on your nerves, but yes.
00:03:25How long have you been stuck in your bed, Mr. Vaughn?
00:03:27Oh, okay. All right.
00:03:29Wait!
00:03:30Mr. Vaughn! Mr. Vaughn!
00:03:37What happened? Did you even see him?
00:03:40Well, I did, but things got complicated.
00:03:44You're late. Again.
00:03:47I'm sorry, Linda, but I got stuck in an elevator with Henry Vaughn.
00:03:50Oh, stop the bullshit.
00:03:52You with Henry Vaughn.
00:03:54Your names don't even belong in the same sentence.
00:03:57I know you're obsessed with the richest bachelor in the city,
00:04:01but you've got to come up with better excuses.
00:04:03But this time it's true.
00:04:04Listen, I know you used to be this hot-shot journalist,
00:04:08but that was ages ago.
00:04:10No one even wants to talk to you nowadays.
00:04:13Actually, I'd like to talk to her.
00:04:16David, don't you work for Henry Vaughn?
00:04:19Yes, and my boss would like a word with Miss Collins.
00:04:28Table five. He's waiting for you.
00:04:35Is this table five?
00:04:37Set.
00:04:38Oh, sorry. Am I at the wrong table?
00:04:40Don't. We're causing a scene. We need to talk discreetly.
00:04:44Got it. CIA style.
00:04:46Huh?
00:04:47You snuck into the banquet.
00:04:49Who were you looking for? What do you want?
00:04:51I... I was just curious.
00:04:54Don't lie to me.
00:04:56Okay, fine.
00:04:58I'm from Starlight Homes, the orphanage that you're planning to demolish.
00:05:02I'm telling you, you're making a huge mistake.
00:05:06Starlight Homes? That broke old orphanage?
00:05:09Yes, but it's our home.
00:05:11And you're tearing it down to build a shopping center?
00:05:15There are other orphanages in the city, better ones.
00:05:17No, but none like ours. Starlight is special.
00:05:20Don't turn.
00:05:22Don't raise your voice.
00:05:24Unless you want this place swarming with reporters in five minutes.
00:05:28Starlight means everything to us.
00:05:32Yes, it may be all, but it is full of love and memories.
00:05:36And it means the world to those kids.
00:05:40Everyone says the same thing. Everywhere.
00:05:43If I gave up, nothing would get built.
00:05:46You have a month to move out.
00:05:49It's a generous offer. I suggest you take it.
00:05:51No! Wait!
00:05:56No! Wait! I'm telling you the truth.
00:05:58You're making a huge mistake.
00:06:01About the elevator incident?
00:06:04I'll issue a statement soon.
00:06:06Don't say or do anything, it'll blow over.
00:06:20What an asshole.
00:06:25That stupid prick.
00:06:29Boss, I'll get to work right away.
00:06:31Oh no, Miss Collins, don't work so hard.
00:06:34You've been non-stop. You deserve a break.
00:06:38Am I getting fired?
00:06:40What? No.
00:06:42You don't need to keep hiding it anymore.
00:06:44You're Henry Vaughn's girlfriend, aren't you?
00:06:46What?
00:06:48See? It's all over the news.
00:06:51Okay, that's a misunderstanding.
00:06:53Oh, come on. This photo, it's clearly you.
00:06:57Yes, it is me.
00:06:59I knew it. Only our Lila could lend someone like Vaughn.
00:07:04Guys, it's her.
00:07:07Hey, maybe it's for the best.
00:07:10How so?
00:07:11We'll have leverage to negotiate with Henry Vaughn.
00:07:14He literally just said no to my face. He's just an arrogant shithead.
00:07:18Okay, then at least we can use it to our advantage and raise money for Starlight.
00:07:23What? Do you really think people will treat us differently?
00:07:26There is no way anyone would do that.
00:07:29Oh, I'll handle your assignments.
00:07:31Anything for Mr. Vaughn's girlfriend.
00:07:34I'll get you coffee from now on.
00:07:36You can have half my project bonus.
00:07:38Lila, I'm promoting you to department manager.
00:07:41Effective immediately.
00:07:49I guess I'm his girlfriend.
00:07:53We'll launch an exclusive right away.
00:07:56Ten things you need to know about Henry Vaughn's sweetheart, Lila Collins.
00:08:01Wait, right now? No, Linder, hold on, no.
00:08:04I know she's a liar.
00:08:09Get the car ready. I'm going to settle this girlfriend nonsense.
00:08:17If I get the job, will I get to meet Henry Vaughn?
00:08:20Oh my god, oh my god, he's such a dream.
00:08:28What is this supposed to be?
00:08:30I think I'm way hotter than your boyfriend.
00:08:42Can you introduce yourself?
00:08:44How about you introduce yourself?
00:08:46You know, I don't really dig the whole, like, single-sided intimate thing.
00:08:51I think it's toxic.
00:08:53Great.
00:08:54Next.
00:08:58Miss Collins, you remember me?
00:09:01Uh, your voice sounds familiar.
00:09:04Yes, I think I've heard it somewhere before.
00:09:07Wait, I do know you.
00:09:11I do know you.
00:09:12Yeah.
00:09:13You look just like Robert Pattinson.
00:09:18Should I remind you what happened in the elevator a few days ago?
00:09:21Oh, you're one of those people obsessed with my relationship with Henry Vaughn.
00:09:26Fine, fine, I'll give you what you came here for.
00:09:32Yes, Henry Vaughn is my boyfriend.
00:09:35In the elevator, he said he loved me.
00:09:37But guess what? I turned him down.
00:09:39He did?
00:09:40Of course.
00:09:41He begged me to accept his love, saying he'd skip the press conference if I didn't.
00:09:46Wow, really?
00:09:47Absolutely.
00:09:48You know, men, they're such simple creatures.
00:09:51I gave him one kiss, and then he completely lost it.
00:09:54He wanted to sleep with me, and then, well, I said no, of course.
00:09:58He was so heartbroken, he cancelled the whole event.
00:10:02Can you imagine?
00:10:04I truly can.
00:10:05I mean, it's outrageous. Really.
00:10:07Oh, by the way, what's your name?
00:10:08I'm Henry.
00:10:09Oh, it doesn't matter. Forget it. You are hired.
00:10:12No, I don't want the job. I don't need...
00:10:19Mrs. Green's condition is getting worse.
00:10:23Yes, I'm on my way.
00:10:27Hey, newbie. You're coming with me.
00:10:33Your son is turning this family into a laughing stock.
00:10:38The deal was clear.
00:10:40Build the biggest shopping mall in the world, and then I'll make him heir.
00:10:43Now look, the project's been delayed, and he's been seen cosying up with the enemy, some activist.
00:10:48It must be some misunderstanding.
00:10:50He's never let you down.
00:10:52Fix this, or I'll replace him, and you'll be out after him.
00:10:58Control your son.
00:11:02He's your son too, you know.
00:11:05And I regret that every day.
00:11:16David?
00:11:18I need to know everything about Lila Collins.
00:11:31Is she okay?
00:11:33She's getting worse. She's not recognised anyone since yesterday.
00:11:40Mrs. Green, how are you feeling?
00:11:45I'm knitting sweaters for my children.
00:11:49You know, I have an orphanage.
00:11:52That's wonderful.
00:11:55You should see it. It's brand new.
00:12:00Do you know who I am?
00:12:02Mom?
00:12:06It's okay.
00:12:09It's okay.
00:12:12You're not my mom.
00:12:14No, but to me, you're just like a mother.
00:12:20And I'll save our home.
00:12:26Hey, newbie.
00:12:29Thanks for today.
00:12:31Just give me a sec, I'll go sort the payment.
00:12:35So heartbreaking. Did you hear about Starlight Homes?
00:12:42Did you hear about Starlight Homes?
00:12:44Of course. It's getting demolished next month.
00:12:47Poor Lila. What's she going to do?
00:12:49Right? Mrs. Green only shows brief moments of clarity when she visits that place.
00:12:53Once it's gone, she might never remember anything again.
00:12:56Such a shame. She's been taking care of Mrs. Green for ten years.
00:13:00And just like that, it's all disappearing.
00:13:02And for what? Just another massive shopping mall? Just wiping it out like that?
00:13:22I know. He's so dreamy.
00:13:24I hope he can visit every day.
00:13:31And this one, who's that for?
00:13:33This is for Sherry. She loves lavender.
00:13:38This one. What about this one?
00:13:40Lily. Of course. She just loves yellow.
00:14:01I'll see you next time.
00:14:03And the sweaters will be ready.
00:14:09She's really sweet.
00:14:11Thanks for coming with me today, newbie.
00:14:14I didn't really have a choice. You dragged me here.
00:14:17Well, still, thanks for not leaving.
00:14:22So, uh, Mrs. Green's the reason you won't leave Starlight Homes?
00:14:26I mean, you saved up all that money and you still won't move?
00:14:30Well, I haven't saved enough yet.
00:14:32And I haven't figured out what to do with Mrs. Green.
00:14:37The Vaughn Enterprise gave me an ultimatum.
00:14:40I have to be out next month. So, I can't go.
00:14:44I'm sorry.
00:14:46The Vaughn Enterprise gave me an ultimatum.
00:14:49I have to be out next month. So, I guess that's it.
00:14:53What are you going to do?
00:14:55Whatever it takes. I'll sell everything I can if I have to.
00:14:58No matter what, I am protecting my home and my family.
00:15:03You said you were engaged with Henry Vaughn, right?
00:15:07I mean, he's rich enough to handle this without a second thought.
00:15:10Why didn't you ask him?
00:15:12You know why.
00:15:15It's a lie.
00:15:18You know why. It's a lie.
00:15:21Ready to tell the truth?
00:15:23Yes.
00:15:25The truth is...
00:15:30Henry Vaughn is a stingy bastard.
00:15:33What?
00:15:34He's just one of those rich kids.
00:15:36You know, he's selfish and cold and he's completely indifferent to someone like us.
00:15:42He would never help the orphanage.
00:15:45Are you sure about that?
00:15:47Yes. That's why I turned him down.
00:15:50But he's so obsessed with me, he wouldn't let me go.
00:15:54Wow.
00:15:56If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't have to sell this necklace.
00:16:02Mrs. Green gave it to me on my 18th birthday.
00:16:05It means a lot to you.
00:16:07Yes.
00:16:10But then so does Mrs. Green and Starlight Homes.
00:16:15They were all I had growing up.
00:16:18I'll do anything I can to protect them.
00:16:22But that bastard Henry Vaughn, he better pray I don't catch him.
00:16:35Oh no. Mr. Vaughn!
00:16:38Wait. Did someone just say Mr. Vaughn?
00:16:54Wait. Did somebody just say Mr. Vaughn?
00:16:59Careful.
00:17:09Newbie, what are you doing?
00:17:12I was just about to ask you the same thing.
00:17:18You're so glued to your phone. You should be more careful.
00:17:22So, you were protecting me?
00:17:26Let's just say I didn't want my boss getting hurt on my first day.
00:17:30I knew it. You are the most selfish person I've ever met.
00:17:35I knew it. You are the most responsible, detail-oriented assistant ever.
00:17:41Stick with me. Make sure you get promoted.
00:17:45Wait. From now on, whatever I have, I'll share it with you.
00:17:53I don't like chocolate.
00:17:55Nonsense. Everybody likes chocolate.
00:18:06Lila Collins. We've met before.
00:18:15Lila Collins. We've met before.
00:18:27Not to be nosy, but you're really bad at this.
00:18:32Not to be nosy, but you're really bad at this.
00:18:36It's none of your business.
00:18:38Who even are you?
00:18:40Same as everybody else here. I'm an orphan.
00:18:43They take kids your age?
00:18:45No, I've been here since I was two, but guess I was never good enough to get adopted.
00:18:50Oh, sorry.
00:18:52No, don't be. This place is my home.
00:18:55I wouldn't trade it for anything.
00:18:57Oh, what about you? Why are you here?
00:18:59There's an event.
00:19:02Oh, you're with the Vaughn family?
00:19:06Volunteering, giving back to the community, right?
00:19:11Why'd you say it like that?
00:19:13You know why rich people don't do charity unless PR and cameras are involved.
00:19:20But you seem different.
00:19:25A little clumsier, a bit less polished.
00:19:28You're not one of them, are you?
00:19:30Do I not look like one?
00:19:32No. You seem...
00:19:35I don't know, a little more human.
00:19:39Here, give me your hand.
00:19:42Come on.
00:19:46This is for you.
00:19:48I don't like chocolate.
00:19:50Nonsense. Everybody likes chocolate.
00:19:59You have let your father down.
00:20:02Let me guess, you're here about the rumor?
00:20:05You mean the scandal?
00:20:07Your father is furious.
00:20:09He's already talking about replacing you.
00:20:11Shocking. He's only been threatening that for the past 25 years.
00:20:14Henry, I didn't claw my way up the social ladder just to be thrown out of the Vaughn family.
00:20:20I'm sorry.
00:20:23Henry, I didn't claw my way up the social ladder just to be thrown out of the Vaughn family.
00:20:28You've made that clear for the past 25 years as well.
00:20:31This isn't a joke. Did you forget how they treat us like trash?
00:20:35Just because I was his nurse when I gave birth to you.
00:20:40It's a misunderstanding.
00:20:45It doesn't concern you.
00:20:48Good. Then fix it. Get rid of her and Starlight Homes.
00:20:53The deal was clear. Build the biggest shopping mall in the world and you'll be heir.
00:21:00We've been outcasts for too long, Henry.
00:21:04But you are his son. Prove it.
00:21:18You're late. I need to talk to you.
00:21:21Wait. I have to tell you something first. Mr. Rivers is coming.
00:21:24He is a huge client and he's having a meeting with me here.
00:21:28Victor Rivers? Since when is he important?
00:21:32He's agreed to read my project proposal.
00:21:34Listen, I'm not playing this assistant game with you.
00:21:36Oh, I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
00:21:38I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
00:21:40I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
00:21:42I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
00:21:45Listen, I'm not playing this assistant game with you.
00:21:47Oh, okay. I get it. I know this job isn't ideal, but please just help me land this deal.
00:21:52Look, I can save Starlight Homes.
00:21:55But if I get this money, I can help Mrs. Green move everybody out.
00:21:59And you saw her. You know how much she needs this money.
00:22:02Please just help me land this deal.
00:22:08I have one condition.
00:22:10Condition?
00:22:12If you get the money, you leave Starlight Homes.
00:22:20Take the money, forget about the orphanage, just go somewhere else and start over.
00:22:25Why do you care?
00:22:28Lila Collins?
00:22:30Oh, Mr. Rivers. It is a pleasure to meet you.
00:22:35It's a pleasure.
00:22:43Ahem.
00:22:46This is my assistant.
00:22:48I'm not your assistant.
00:22:50Sorry. He's a new hire.
00:22:52Has anyone ever told you you look like someone?
00:22:57Ah, yes. Vaughn.
00:23:03Ah, yes. It's Vaughn. Henry Vaughn.
00:23:05Robert Pattinson?
00:23:08Lila said I look like him, but I think I'm better looking.
00:23:13Sorry, he's just joking.
00:23:15Please, take a seat.
00:23:23This is my project proposal.
00:23:25Please feel free to ask any questions.
00:23:28Oh, well.
00:23:31As your, um, as Collins, Henry Vaughn's girlfriend, I'll be straightforward.
00:23:36I was thinking of gifting him a Chopard watch.
00:23:40What do you think?
00:23:42Uh, a what watch? Sorry?
00:23:45Surely you've heard of a Chopard watch?
00:23:49No, I, I guess watches are just a bit impractical.
00:23:54I just tend to use this.
00:23:59You are quite funny.
00:24:01I never imagined Vaughn would go for someone from your background.
00:24:07What do you two even talk about?
00:24:10Oh, you know, just life.
00:24:13Life? You call your cheap clothes and secondhand shoes life?
00:24:18You're from completely different worlds.
00:24:21Of course, maybe Vaughn finds your humour or your ignorance entertaining.
00:24:26Yeah, lucky me.
00:24:29But your private affairs with Vaughn are none of my concern.
00:24:32And as for your business proposal, I shan't be taking it forward.
00:24:36We only ever do business with people with class.
00:24:40Mr. Rivers, you haven't even looked at it yet.
00:24:42Please, please just give me a chance.
00:24:44Is this how you won over Henry Vaughn? By being desperate and clingy?
00:24:48But it won't work with me, Miss Collins.
00:24:50Don't come near me again. I'm allergic to poverty.
00:24:53No, please, you haven't even read it. Please just look at it.
00:25:00Mr. Rivers!
00:25:01I'm warning you, Miss Collins. Don't play these little games with me.
00:25:05What games? I'm just asking for a chance.
00:25:08You've proved you don't belong in this circle.
00:25:11And I'm not interested in your proposal.
00:25:13What? All this humiliation just because I don't know the brand of a luxury watch?
00:25:17Let me explain it so that you'll understand.
00:25:20Simple examples for someone like you.
00:25:23Think of it this way. You need a ticket to board a train to enter the theatre.
00:25:28And for certain business opportunities, you need a ticket too.
00:25:32A ticket?
00:25:34Exactly. Watches, cars, wines, houses, luxury.
00:25:39These are the tickets of the elite.
00:25:42Do you understand now?
00:25:44What, so I don't even qualify to sit and discuss business with you?
00:25:48You might think dating Henry Vaughn means that you have stepped into this circle, but believe me, you haven't.
00:25:54And honestly, I think he will tire of you soon enough. I'm quite sure.
00:25:59Mr. Rivers, you don't know anything about me.
00:26:01Oh, come on. I know enough.
00:26:03And if you ever want to talk business opportunities, maybe clean up your appearance first.
00:26:08Showing up in old polyester is most impolite.
00:26:12Leaving so soon, Mr. Rivers?
00:26:17We haven't finished our conversation yet.
00:26:20No, I'm done. Step aside.
00:26:22No. Sit back down.
00:26:27I'm just getting started.
00:26:30What are you trying to do? Assistant, I'm warning you.
00:26:34Or what? You'll take away my ticket too? Charge me admission?
00:26:38Stay out of this.
00:26:39Apologize to her.
00:26:40What?
00:26:41The things you said were beyond rude. Offer her an apology now.
00:26:45Why would I do that? No.
00:26:48Victor Rivers, as you cling onto your crumbling family empire,
00:26:54you have no right to criticize a hardworking, self-made businesswoman.
00:26:59Oh, do shut up. I'll sue you for slander.
00:27:02Go ahead. Sue. I'm sure the judge would love to hear what you've said today.
00:27:07I'm calling my lawyer right now. You're finished.
00:27:10Lawyers can be tough. You really should apologize to him.
00:27:16The show power of 201. How much is that?
00:27:1925 million?
00:27:2125 million nowadays? How generous, Mr. Rivers.
00:27:26So?
00:27:27That's exactly my point. The price of nobility.
00:27:30And how much do you owe the bank?
00:27:35More than a few of those watches, right?
00:27:39I don't understand what you're talking about.
00:27:42What are you doing?
00:27:43A year ago, Henry Vaughn discovered corruption in your company
00:27:48and terminated all deals with you,
00:27:50leading to significant financial problems for your group.
00:27:55But yet, you need the banks to still believe that you're thriving,
00:27:58so you got super creative with the numbers,
00:28:00practically lying to them, correct?
00:28:02That's nonsense. It's bullshit.
00:28:05The funny thing is, though,
00:28:07that it was corruption that led to the breakdown with Henry Vaughn, wasn't it?
00:28:14But now you think a 201 is just going to buy that all back?
00:28:17It's more like a one-way ticket to jail.
00:28:22I shall sue you. It's all a lie.
00:28:24Fine. Call it a lie. We'll verify that in court.
00:28:28Hey, call your lawyer.
00:28:31Friendly advice? Your half-assed lawyer won't beat Barnes.
00:28:37I won't let this go. Your careers are over.
00:28:41I will end you.
00:28:42I doubt it. But please try.
00:28:47Keep me entertained.
00:28:53How would you know all of that?
00:28:57Who are you?
00:29:02Who are you?
00:29:03Listen, Lila. I'm actually...
00:29:06No. It doesn't matter anymore.
00:29:09We lost the deal. That's what matters.
00:29:13The deal?
00:29:14Victor wasn't here for your project. He was using you to get to Henry Vaughn.
00:29:19I know. But if there's even a sliver of a chance, I'll take it.
00:29:24You'd let him humiliate you like that?
00:29:26Look, you sound like you're from a good family.
00:29:29So here's the truth. The world isn't a fairy tale.
00:29:32Yeah, he'll mock me. So what?
00:29:35If it helps the people I care about, then I will swallow it.
00:29:39Money isn't worth this.
00:29:41It is when it protects the people that matter.
00:29:45I'm going to beg Victor you can go home.
00:29:47You're still chasing him? Even after what he said?
00:29:50Yes. But you can go home.
00:29:52Don't worry. I'll make sure Linda pays you.
00:29:59And thank you for standing up for me today.
00:30:02It was very nice of you.
00:30:05It's just not worth it.
00:30:07I love you. It's just not what I need at the moment.
00:30:16Leave it. It's none of your business.
00:30:22Damn it.
00:30:25David, get SparkUp magazine a sponsorship.
00:30:28SparkUp? Doesn't Lila Collins work there?
00:30:31Just give them the money and credit her. Get it done.
00:30:38This is a mess. But I can't watch her drown.
00:30:49Hey. You okay? Where's your hot assistant?
00:30:55This is not the right one.
00:30:59Two days ago, you said he was the best assistant ever.
00:31:05And hello. He's a walking thirst trap.
00:31:10If you fired him, can I date him?
00:31:12No. I mean, stop joking. He's gone.
00:31:19Lila? What did you do?
00:31:22Linda, whatever it is, I promise I'll fix it.
00:31:25Fix it? You're a genius. How did you land such a big sponsor?
00:31:30Victor Rivers agreed to the project.
00:31:32Forget Rivers. Vaughn's funding us.
00:31:35You really have Henry Vaughn wrapped around your little finger.
00:31:39Henry Vaughn? Sponsored us?
00:31:45They said they loved your project proposal.
00:31:47They read my project proposal?
00:31:49Yes. Lila, you're getting a raise.
00:31:52You and your assistant, whatever you two did, keep doing it.
00:31:56What? My assistant? Could it be Henry?
00:32:09Hey, where are you going?
00:32:20This is the address HR gave me.
00:32:24This can't be right. This is where he lives?
00:32:34Your father is losing patience.
00:32:36What's the delay with them all?
00:32:38Starlight Homes is already moving out.
00:32:41Just throw them out. The clock is ticking.
00:32:43There are still children in there.
00:32:46You want me to toss them out onto the street, like we were tossed aside?
00:32:50Do you have any idea how serious this is?
00:32:53Without your father's support, we will lose everything.
00:32:58The project will finish on time.
00:33:00It's too late. Your little charity case with that girl is all over the news.
00:33:06I can't clean up your mess anymore.
00:33:09What are you talking about?
00:33:11I've spoken to the Browns.
00:33:14Helen's returning soon. You'll marry her.
00:33:18No. No. Marriage wasn't part of the deal.
00:33:21Wake up, Henry. As the heir to Vaughn Enterprise, your marriage isn't a choice.
00:33:27It's a transaction.
00:33:30And it better be a good one.
00:33:36A contract marriage? It benefits no one?
00:33:40You're really willing to ruin two people without a second thought?
00:33:43Helen has agreed to this, Henry.
00:33:45You better accept your fate. It's not up for discussion.
00:33:48And it's worth it? Just to keep your place in this family?
00:33:52I have scheduled an exclusive interview.
00:33:55In 30 minutes, you will be on live broadcast, clarifying the scandal.
00:34:00And announcing your engagement to Helen.
00:34:03You're in a real hurry, aren't you?
00:34:07With or without you, the announcement will take place.
00:34:10If you show up, it's just an engagement.
00:34:13If you don't, I'll take actions against Starlight Holmes and Lila Collins.
00:34:19Is this a threat?
00:34:22You think I care about Lila Collins?
00:34:27I knew what happened with Victor Rivers, Henry.
00:34:31You're just not yourself when you're with her.
00:34:35If you can't clean up your mess, I will.
00:34:41Like always.
00:35:11Where are you?
00:35:39Hey, stop!
00:35:54Whoa. That was close.
00:35:57Did she even realize how dangerous that was?
00:36:00Hi. Is there a Henry here?
00:36:05I really need to find my assistant.
00:36:08Does he live here or work here?
00:36:14What's going on?
00:36:16Do you know him or not? Did I get the wrong place?
00:36:19Hello? I know there is someone in there.
00:36:22Please, just open up. Please, I really need to...
00:36:37Henry?
00:36:42Henry?
00:36:45You're really here.
00:36:47What are you doing here?
00:36:48I got your address from HR, but... wait, that's not important.
00:36:52Did you submit my proposal to Vaughn Enterprise?
00:36:56It was you!
00:36:58How do you know Vaughn Enterprise?
00:37:01So that's why you came?
00:37:03To investigate your sponsorship?
00:37:04Yes, I...
00:37:05Either way, we have nothing to do with each other anymore.
00:37:09You fired me, remember?
00:37:12I love you.
00:37:14I've got things to do.
00:37:16Let's not drag this out.
00:37:19I came to say thank you.
00:37:22I was out of line last time, I know that.
00:37:25But you stood up for me against Victor Rivers, and...
00:37:28Look, I wanted to shut him down too, but...
00:37:33I've gotten so used to just handling things on my own and swallowing my pride.
00:37:41But then you showed up.
00:37:45I don't know how to say this, but...
00:37:52Also, I hate owing people, and this will be nothing compared to what you did for me, but...
00:37:57I would like to buy you dinner.
00:38:01As a proper thank you.
00:38:04So what do you say?
00:38:07Dinner?
00:38:14Lila Collins.
00:38:17You may be my greatest mistake.
00:38:25Okay, I did say I'd treat you, but...
00:38:29This one meal here might cost me more than my entire paycheck.
00:38:34You said I could pick the place.
00:38:36I did, but...
00:38:42Aren't you gonna answer that?
00:38:46It doesn't matter.
00:38:48I've already made my decision.
00:38:51I don't know why, but you seem different.
00:38:55Like there's this side to you I don't know.
00:38:57Breaking news.
00:38:58Laura Vaughan has just announced the engagement of Henry Vaughan and Helen Brown,
00:39:02heirs to two of the nation's largest enterprises.
00:39:05Mrs. Vaughan, your son was just involved in a scandal.
00:39:07How was he suddenly engaged?
00:39:08And how about his rumored girlfriend, Lila Collins?
00:39:11Is this a cover-up?
00:39:12I'll answer all your questions.
00:39:14First, regarding Miss Lila Collins.
00:39:17She has no romantic ties to my son.
00:39:21In fact, she is nothing but a liar,
00:39:24and a desperate attempt for attention.
00:39:27I am formally announcing Miss Lila Collins and Starlight Homes will be facing legal action.
00:39:42You never actually engaged Henry Vaughan, were you?
00:39:46No, I admit it.
00:39:49But it was just a misunderstanding at first.
00:39:52I never meant for it to spiral like this.
00:39:55I needed a way to save Starlight Homes, and...
00:39:58and then one thing led to another, and...
00:40:02well, things got out of control.
00:40:05Laura Vaughan is suing you.
00:40:07She's labeled you as a liar.
00:40:10And soon the entire public will believe it.
00:40:13And if they think you could lie about an engagement,
00:40:17they'd believe you'd lie about anything, including Starlight Homes.
00:40:22But that's the truth. It's not a lie.
00:40:24It doesn't matter. People believe what they want to believe.
00:40:28Why are you telling me this?
00:40:30Because I'm offering you an alternative.
00:40:32What kind of alternative?
00:40:36A real engagement.
00:40:39We turn the lie into the truth.
00:40:41What?
00:40:44How did they get here so fast?
00:40:47Because I invited them.
00:40:49You did what?
00:40:51The only way to kill a rumor is to start another one.
00:40:56What exactly are you planning?
00:40:58Did you really think an ordinary assistant would live in that house?
00:41:03No luxury brands by heart,
00:41:07and an inside knowledge of every industry?
00:41:11What are you saying?
00:41:14I told you I wasn't there for an interview.
00:41:18I was there for you.
00:41:22To meet someone who claimed to be my fiancé.
00:41:29You're saying that you are...
00:41:34Mr. Vaughan! Mr. Vaughan!
00:41:36What's your statement on your mother's press conference?
00:41:38Is the engagement real?
00:41:40Why are you dining with Lila Collins right now?
00:41:42Who exactly is your fiancé?
00:41:45He is...
00:41:47Henry Vaughan.
00:41:54Mr. Vaughan, what is your statement on your mother?
00:41:56Is the engagement real?
00:41:58Please, everyone, you're disturbing me and my guest.
00:42:00I'll issue a statement soon, but for now, give us a moment.
00:42:03Mr. Vaughan, we need to know who is your fiancé,
00:42:06and how long have you been together?
00:42:08Mr. Vaughan! Mr. Vaughan!
00:42:10How many kids do you have?
00:42:12Mr. Vaughan! Mr. Vaughan!
00:42:19What exactly do you want?
00:42:21I want to make a deal.
00:42:23I'll give you enough money to relocate Starlight Homes.
00:42:27In exchange, we stay engaged,
00:42:31breaking off my marriage with Helen Brown.
00:42:34You think money is what I want?
00:42:36I want Starlight Homes. I want them to stop tearing down our home.
00:42:39I know your priority is Mrs. Green's care, right?
00:42:44I can make sure she gets the best treatment,
00:42:48the best resources.
00:42:50I'll give you enough to rebuild Starlight Homes
00:42:54somewhere else, exactly as it is now.
00:42:57But you have to move.
00:43:00And this fake engagement?
00:43:03It's the only way to escape the wedding trap my mother has set.
00:43:08When this is all over, we can break off the engagement.
00:43:11You'll be free with your money,
00:43:14and you could open an orphanage anywhere in the world, for all I care.
00:43:19So that's why you called the press here,
00:43:22to force me into agreeing I never had a real choice, did I?
00:43:27I don't think you have a choice.
00:43:30Lila, this is the only option.
00:43:35The great Henry Vaughn pretends to be my assistant,
00:43:39and plays me and entertains me like some rich kid's game.
00:43:45What an honor.
00:43:50What do you say?
00:43:53Beyoncé?
00:43:56Mr. Vaughn! Mr. Vaughn!
00:43:58Are you going to make a statement tonight?
00:44:00Is Helen Braun the third wheel in all of this?
00:44:02Or is Lila Collins the one who's interfering?
00:44:04I understand this has been shocking for everyone,
00:44:08Lila and I included.
00:44:10But what I can say is that I admire Lila Collins immensely.
00:44:16Her personality, her strength.
00:44:21There's something about her I've never seen in anyone before.
00:44:24As for the press conference today, I had no prior knowledge of it.
00:44:29I want to extend my apologies to Miss Helen Braun.
00:44:32However, there is no romantic relationship between us.
00:44:36We are not engaged.
00:44:38So you are engaged to Lila?
00:44:40Of course.
00:44:41All the rumors you've heard about us, it's true.
00:44:46Tonight's date speaks for itself.
00:44:50Right, Lila?
00:44:52Right, Lila?
00:44:56Yes.
00:44:58Yes, that's right.
00:45:00Congratulations!
00:45:02This is incredible! Congrats!
00:45:05And of course, special thanks to the woman by my side.
00:45:11I hate him.
00:45:13And I hate myself.
00:45:17Because for just one fleeting moment,
00:45:22I wished it was real.
00:45:33Evening to you too, Father.
00:45:35Don't call yourself my son and then humiliate this family!
00:45:40I told you to handle the mall project, shut down Starlight Homes,
00:45:45and instead you're seen with an activist!
00:45:48Henry must have been blackmailed.
00:45:49And you! A press conference turned into a joke!
00:45:52My interns could handle PR better than you!
00:45:57I've reached an agreement with Lila Collins.
00:45:59She'll move Starlight Homes within the week.
00:46:02The mall project won't be on schedule, it'll be a month ahead of time.
00:46:06And why would she move?
00:46:08Oh, what have you promised her?
00:46:11Don't tell me you've agreed to marry her.
00:46:14We went through hell negotiating the Brown family alliance!
00:46:18That marriage won't stop the rumors. It'll make them worse.
00:46:21Times have changed. People don't blindly believe tabloid scandal anymore.
00:46:26Sooner or later, someone's going to find out that we used power and intimidation to force Starlight Homes out.
00:46:32And when that happens, who's going to clear our name? The Browns?
00:46:36They never wanted this mess in the first place.
00:46:39This is the only way forward. I promise you.
00:46:42This mall, I'll see it done.
00:46:49This is your last chance.
00:46:52Once it's done, get rid of the girl.
00:47:01Don't make me regret this.
00:47:11You might be able to fool your father,
00:47:14but I know my son.
00:47:17It was to protect the girl, wasn't it?
00:47:24I don't know what you're talking about.
00:47:27What did she do to you, Henry?
00:47:30Do you know how long we fought to get here?
00:47:32You fought!
00:47:36Have you ever stopped to think that I never wanted any of this in the first place?
00:47:41The wealth, the power. Sure, you gave me all of that, but at what cost?
00:47:45Pretending to be something that we're not?
00:47:48How is that any different from the people who resented us?
00:47:52You sound like those useless brats, chasing after some fantasy called freedom.
00:47:59Tell me, without money, without status, what do you have?
00:48:05Nothing.
00:48:09Nothing.
00:48:11And when that day comes, the girl will be gone too.
00:48:39You again.
00:48:42You're that guy that came with the Vaughns. Their servant, right?
00:48:45You said I was a servant.
00:48:47Whatever. At least you're not that prick.
00:48:51Prick?
00:48:52Yeah. Henry Vaughn. Total nightmare.
00:49:00You've met him?
00:49:02No, not exactly, but I've seen him from a distance, surrounded by people,
00:49:06acting all important, like he's royalty or something.
00:49:09You hate him for that?
00:49:11No. I hate him because every time he comes here, we have to spend days preparing.
00:49:17Mrs. Green is old and her health isn't great.
00:49:20But every time the Vaughns decide to use us as this little PR stunt,
00:49:25she has to get up, pose for photos, and look presentable.
00:49:31We scrub the halls, we rehearse fake answers for reporters,
00:49:35and we have to hide all our old toys.
00:49:39God forbid the Vaughns see how we really live.
00:49:43They don't care about us.
00:49:46All they care about is looking good.
00:49:51I see.
00:49:53So, yeah.
00:49:56I hope he stops coming.
00:49:58I hope I never see Henry Vaughn here again.
00:50:03But at least I met you.
00:50:05What's your name, anyway?
00:50:07I have to go.
00:50:09What? Why? Will I see you again?
00:50:16No.
00:50:18You won't.
00:50:20No.
00:50:26We met again, after all.
00:50:41Stick close and breathe.
00:50:44Easy for you to say.
00:50:46Trust me, it wasn't easy at first.
00:50:51This is your first public appearance together. It's tonight's a date.
00:50:54Lila, how does it feel dating the city's most eligible bachelor?
00:50:57Breathe. Ignore everything else.
00:51:00You're staring.
00:51:01Why are they staring? Is something wrong with my dress?
00:51:04You're my fiancée. No one will question that.
00:51:09Beware, Mr. Vaughn.
00:51:11Lila!
00:51:17Beware, Mr. Vaughn.
00:51:19Lila!
00:51:33Have we met before?
00:51:36Why do you ask?
00:51:38You seem familiar.
00:51:40You have been to Starlight Homes before.
00:51:43We must have met there.
00:51:45No.
00:51:46Trust me, if I had met someone this loud before, I probably would have remembered.
00:51:51Excuse me?
00:51:53If I had met you before, I would have remembered too.
00:51:56Prick.
00:51:59Why are you laughing?
00:52:17Well, if it isn't my former fiancée and his charity case.
00:52:25She's my guest tonight, Helen.
00:52:26Oh, I'm joking.
00:52:29What, no warm welcome?
00:52:31We haven't seen each other for five years.
00:52:33We were never that close.
00:52:36Ouch. You've gotten meaner.
00:52:41Do you remember high school?
00:52:43Everyone used to call you the bastard's son.
00:52:46I was the only one shutting them up.
00:52:48Thanks for reminding me.
00:52:49Don't get me wrong. I mean, your background's messy.
00:52:53But men like your father, they do have plenty of affairs.
00:52:56Your mother being a nurse is not exactly shocking.
00:53:06You didn't know.
00:53:08Henry wasn't even raised in the Vaughn mansion at first.
00:53:11There was a time that he was kicked out.
00:53:13That's enough, Helen.
00:53:17Why are you here?
00:53:19I'm just curious.
00:53:21I want to see what's really going on between you two lovebirds.
00:53:24And? What do you see?
00:53:26Exactly what I assumed.
00:53:30A fake engagement.
00:53:36You've had too much to drink, Helen.
00:53:38Honey, I haven't even started.
00:53:41But if you two want to continue your little pretend game,
00:53:44I'm happy to play along.
00:53:46We need to talk.
00:54:08You just left me standing there?
00:54:10What am I, a damn prop?
00:54:12And she...
00:54:14She practically gulped herself down.
00:54:20Did I hurt your feelings?
00:54:23I'm just leaving.
00:54:24Wait!
00:54:27I'm like you, so I'm going to give you a little friendly warning.
00:54:30Stay away from Henry.
00:54:32He's mine.
00:54:35He's mine.
00:54:37Maybe you should tell him that.
00:54:39He's the one who called off your engagement.
00:54:41He said he was feeling trapped.
00:54:43Can you imagine?
00:54:45Someone like us feeling something like that?
00:54:47God thinks he's living in a Shakespearean tragedy.
00:54:50What exactly are you trying to say?
00:54:52That we understand each other.
00:54:56When Henry struggled to fit in,
00:54:58I was the one who helped him.
00:55:00I was the one who brought him into our circle.
00:55:04Without me, he would be no more than an illegitimate shadow.
00:55:07Are you saying he needs you?
00:55:09No.
00:55:10I'm saying I made him.
00:55:12And now, just because of you,
00:55:14he's ready to throw it all away.
00:55:15That's not happening.
00:55:17Let me fill you in.
00:55:19Henry promised his father that the second Starlight Home would be gone.
00:55:23So would you.
00:55:24I don't care.
00:55:25Really?
00:55:29Why don't you hear for yourself?
00:55:34We used power and intimidation to force Starlight Homes out.
00:55:38This is the only way forward.
00:55:40I promise you, this mall, I'll see it done.
00:55:52You take the bedroom, I'll take the couch.
00:55:54Do we really need to live together?
00:55:56Why did you rent an apartment just for this?
00:55:59Why did you rent an apartment just for this?
00:56:03This may be a fake engagement,
00:56:05but it needs to be convincing.
00:56:08I want a place just for us.
00:56:11No uninvited guests.
00:56:13Right.
00:56:15You wouldn't want someone like me stepping foot in the Vaughn Mansion.
00:56:18That's not what I meant, Lila.
00:56:21Why do you always assume the worst?
00:56:26Get some rest.
00:56:30Get some rest.
00:56:34Why do rich people always put things so high?
00:56:39Try not to break it.
00:56:41It's expensive.
00:56:44I suppose that shelf would be a challenge for a short-legged corgi.
00:56:49I'm not...
00:56:51I'm not a corgi.
00:56:55Henry?
00:56:58Can I ask you something?
00:57:00And can you promise me you won't lie to me?
00:57:08Can you promise me you won't lie to me?
00:57:11Depends on what you ask.
00:57:14Right.
00:57:16Of course.
00:57:18You made this engagement deal for Starlight Homes, right?
00:57:24The so-called win-win.
00:57:29Was it all just a new PR strategy for the Vaughn Enterprise?
00:57:38Answer me.
00:57:40I already told you.
00:57:43You get what you want, and I get what I want.
00:57:46But what do you want, Henry?
00:57:48I don't get you.
00:57:50You could have thrown me out, but you didn't.
00:57:52You met Mrs. Green.
00:57:54You knew exactly what would break me, but you never, ever used it.
00:58:00You could have labeled me a liar.
00:58:03To paint me as the woman who came in between you and Helen.
00:58:08But you didn't.
00:58:10Why?
00:58:12Was it all just a way to make sure I willingly moved Starlight Homes?
00:58:17To fake an engagement?
00:58:20Was it worth it?
00:58:23Henry Vaughn.
00:58:25Why are you helping me?
00:58:31I made my terms clear.
00:58:34You need to move Starlight Homes within a week.
00:58:36No, that's not an answer.
00:58:43All my life...
00:58:47I've been pretending to be someone I'm not.
00:58:53My mother went through hell because of where she came from.
00:58:58She always said she didn't want me to suffer like she did, so...
00:59:03I did what was expected.
00:59:05I pushed.
00:59:07I fought.
00:59:09I became the perfect heir.
00:59:13The one who deserved to lead the Vaughn family.
00:59:20But I'm not them.
00:59:24I never was.
00:59:26I know that.
00:59:30Everything you said.
00:59:32Using Mrs. Green to threaten you.
00:59:35Forcing you all out without warning.
00:59:37I did consider it.
00:59:40Lila, I'm not a saint.
00:59:43The thought crossed my mind more than once.
00:59:48But you didn't.
00:59:51Look, I don't want to talk about us like this.
00:59:54Not while everything's still a mess.
00:59:57But what I said about you.
01:00:01That I admire your resilience.
01:00:04That you got to me.
01:00:09None of that was a lie.
01:00:15I think...
01:00:40Henry Vaughn.
01:00:43Don't betray my trust.
01:01:10Come here.
01:01:26It's just a call, my fiancé.
01:01:28It's not too much.
01:01:30Right?
01:01:35Okay.
01:01:40Lila?
01:01:41Oh, you picked up.
01:01:43Uh, I figured you left early this morning.
01:01:48So I was just checking if everything's okay.
01:01:53Yeah.
01:01:55Oh, okay, well, I'm just about to head out, so I...
01:01:57Lila, I'm really sorry, but can we talk later?
01:02:01Uh, yeah.
01:02:03Sure.
01:02:04Don't overthink it.
01:02:06My mother, she's in the hospital.
01:02:08What?
01:02:10What happened?
01:02:11Are you okay?
01:02:12I'm fine.
01:02:13Don't worry.
01:02:14I'll call you back soon, okay?
01:02:16Okay.
01:02:21What the hell happened?
01:02:32Lila, Mrs. Green is missing.
01:02:38What happened?
01:02:39Yesterday, someone came claiming that Starlight Homes was moving
01:02:42and that they wanted to take her on one last visit.
01:02:44We refused.
01:02:46But then last night, she was taken from a ward.
01:02:49How can that happen?
01:02:50I'm so sorry, Lila.
01:02:52All the security footage was erased.
01:02:55Who would want to discharge her early?
01:02:58He said he was here on behalf of your fiancé, Henry Vaughn.
01:03:02Miss Collins, a word, please.
01:03:05We need to talk.
01:03:08Do you work for Henry or Vaughn Enterprise?
01:03:10Does it matter?
01:03:12They're the same.
01:03:13Not to me.
01:03:14I see what he meant.
01:03:15You're special.
01:03:17But special is never what this family needs.
01:03:20What do you want from me?
01:03:21Easy.
01:03:22Walk away now, and we'll make sure Mrs. Green gets the care that she needs.
01:03:29If you had this much power, you could make me disappear without a second thought.
01:03:34Why bother making me a deal?
01:03:36Consider Henry's last kindness to you.
01:03:39This isn't Henry's idea.
01:03:41You can't fool me.
01:03:43Isn't it, though?
01:03:45Lila, you don't know him.
01:03:47No, I know enough.
01:03:50Then ask him.
01:03:52Go. Find him. Confront him.
01:03:55Right now, you don't see it.
01:03:58But he's a part of this family.
01:04:00He's a Vaughn.
01:04:02And there's nothing that you can do about it.
01:04:11This is Henry Vaughn.
01:04:13Leave a message and I'll get back to you.
01:04:16It's fine.
01:04:18He's just busy.
01:04:25Henry.
01:04:32Henry.
01:04:38The number you have dialed is busy now.
01:04:40No.
01:04:43No.
01:04:45Henry Vaughn.
01:04:47Was this all a game to you?
01:04:50Yes, Doctor. I want the transfer arranged as soon as possible.
01:04:54That's great.
01:04:55I'll coordinate with our guardian.
01:04:58Sir, Mrs. Green has gone missing.
01:05:01What?
01:05:02Someone has taken her from the hospital.
01:05:04Find out who.
01:05:05No need.
01:05:08I just saved your career.
01:05:10And secured your place within this family.
01:05:12You're welcome.
01:05:13What did you do?
01:05:14Well, you were going to get rid of that girl eventually.
01:05:16I simply sped things up.
01:05:18You threatened her?
01:05:19Don't be so dramatic.
01:05:21I arranged for Mrs. Green to receive top-tier medical care.
01:05:25And the only condition?
01:05:27Lila walks away from you.
01:05:32How long do you plan to control my life?
01:05:38Wake up, Henry.
01:05:40You are not just yourself.
01:05:42You are Richard Vaughn's son.
01:05:44My son.
01:05:45And the heir to this family.
01:05:47Have you still not figured that out?
01:05:49Did I ever get a say in any of this?
01:05:55Get back here!
01:05:57Mrs. Vaughn!
01:05:58Mrs. Vaughn!
01:06:01Mrs. Vaughn!
01:06:09You okay?
01:06:12What are you doing here?
01:06:14Well, considering it's my family's hospital, did you really think I wouldn't show?
01:06:19They said it was exhaustion.
01:06:23This isn't your fault.
01:06:25You've done everything that she's ever expected of you.
01:06:28Don't blame yourself.
01:06:30I'm not blaming myself.
01:06:33I just don't know when it became so hard to be around her.
01:06:39I checked with the doctors.
01:06:41They said that she'd wake soon.
01:06:45Everything's gonna be fine.
01:06:51And really, you couldn't have picked a better hospital.
01:06:55Speaking of which, I have a little update on your fiancé's family situation.
01:07:01You mean Mrs. Green?
01:07:03JHU's doing a new study on VR-assisted memory recovery.
01:07:08If you're willing to fast-track her treatment.
01:07:11That's great.
01:07:14Thank you, Helen.
01:07:16No need to thank me.
01:07:18We're friends, aren't we?
01:07:21If you really want to thank me...
01:07:27See? Catching up with me isn't so bad, is it?
01:07:30Today hasn't been the worst.
01:07:33You do remember that we're still friends, right?
01:07:36Even though our engagement's off.
01:07:39I'm sorry.
01:07:41It's okay.
01:07:43It's okay.
01:07:45It's okay.
01:07:47Even though our engagement's off.
01:07:50Now that we're on the topic of it,
01:07:52I do have to ask.
01:07:55Are you sure you don't want to marry me?
01:07:59A union between our families, we could withstand anything.
01:08:01Helen, I'm serious about Lila.
01:08:06I haven't told her yet,
01:08:09but I love her.
01:08:14Wow.
01:08:17I don't think I've ever heard you use that word before.
01:08:19And neither have I.
01:08:23Until now.
01:08:35Come on.
01:08:37Just one meal.
01:08:39Can I have my friend's full attention for just once?
01:08:41It'll just be one second.
01:08:43Just wait until I explain about Mrs. Green's treatment.
01:08:46Then you can give her all the details at once.
01:08:48Wouldn't that be better?
01:08:52Fine.
01:09:05So the study is still in early works.
01:09:07But if you want her to have a shot,
01:09:09then she should be transferred as soon as possible.
01:09:11I see.
01:09:13I'll talk to Lila.
01:09:15Thank you, Helen.
01:09:22I like her. You know, she's...
01:09:26different.
01:09:28Cute.
01:09:36I need to take this. Lila won't keep calling unless it's urgent.
01:09:39I just thought of something.
01:09:41How about we both go to the hospital together
01:09:43and we'll tell her the news in person?
01:09:52Helen.
01:09:54What are you doing?
01:09:56You've been trying to distract me since we sat down.
01:09:59What exactly are you planning?
01:10:03I don't know what you're talking about.
01:10:05You're stalling. Why?
01:10:07Henry, I swear I...
01:10:08I'm warning you.
01:10:10Tell me now.
01:10:23What did you do to Lila?
01:10:24Nothing.
01:10:26You better be telling the truth.
01:10:33You never even saw me.
01:10:41I should never have trusted him.
01:10:47Don't go, Lila.
01:10:52You're a liar. Don't touch me.
01:10:55Lila, I didn't lie to you.
01:10:57Go have dinner with your real fiancé. Goodbye.
01:11:00You saw us?
01:11:02Oh, so you're finally admitting it.
01:11:04Great. Just fantastic.
01:11:06Mrs. Green is missing,
01:11:07and you're out having some romantic meal with Helen.
01:11:10What did you just say? Mrs. Green is missing?
01:11:12Yes, genius. David had her taken.
01:11:14He said you ordered it, but I'm not stupid.
01:11:17I know that you would never do something so pointless.
01:11:19It's my mother.
01:11:21She must have planned this with Helen.
01:11:22No wonder she was pushing the treatment conversation.
01:11:24You know what? It doesn't matter anymore.
01:11:27If you want me gone, just say it.
01:11:29Okay?
01:11:31I will make it easy for you.
01:11:32You can have your happily ever after.
01:11:34My happily ever after is only with you.
01:11:39Stop lying, please.
01:11:41You're using me.
01:11:43And you said you were at the hospital with Laura,
01:11:45but you weren't, and then you hung up on me.
01:11:54Let go.
01:11:56Just listen to me, please.
01:11:58Okay?
01:12:00My mother did collapse earlier.
01:12:02I took her to the hospital.
01:12:04She's stable now.
01:12:06Helen only showed up because it was her family's hospital.
01:12:10She came to find me.
01:12:12I didn't know anything about Mrs. Green being taken.
01:12:14Okay? I swear.
01:12:16I already suspected David was reporting my movements to my family,
01:12:19so I had someone tail him.
01:12:21You... you did?
01:12:23Yeah.
01:12:24We'll find Mrs. Green.
01:12:26Soon.
01:12:28I promise you, Lila, nobody is gonna hurt your family.
01:12:32What about lunch?
01:12:34Helen told me about this new treatment,
01:12:37one that could help Mrs. Green recover her memory.
01:12:40I was relieved.
01:12:42Okay? That's all we talked about.
01:12:45She set me up.
01:12:47Lila, she knew you'd see us.
01:12:49She knew you'd call.
01:12:51And I'm betting she had David tip her off to your whereabouts
01:12:54just to make you doubt me.
01:12:56Lila,
01:12:58can you forgive me?
01:13:02Now's not the time.
01:13:06You're right.
01:13:08When this is all over,
01:13:10we'll have plenty of time to talk about us.
01:13:18Come on.
01:13:20I know where Mrs. Green is.
01:13:22Let's go take her home.
01:13:32How?
01:13:34How did she get here?
01:13:36David moved her to a different hospital.
01:13:39But she must have found her way back here.
01:13:42He remembers this place?
01:13:45Yes, Lila.
01:13:47Maybe she remembers more than we think.
01:13:49And if we give her enough time,
01:13:52maybe she'll remember everything.
01:13:55You've come to tell me your decision, haven't you?
01:14:01You always said you know me.
01:14:04You should already know my decision.
01:14:07You're going to ruin everything.
01:14:10I'm sorry.
01:14:12I'm sorry.
01:14:14I'm sorry.
01:14:16I'm sorry.
01:14:18I'm sorry.
01:14:20I'm sorry.
01:14:22You're going to ruin everything?
01:14:24No.
01:14:26Everything's saved because of her.
01:14:32And what about the mall project?
01:14:34Have you thought about that?
01:14:36We're still building the biggest shopping center in the world.
01:14:40But it will be unlike any other.
01:14:43There will be a park inside,
01:14:45and at its heart, the best orphanage in the world.
01:14:48You're keeping Starlight Homes?
01:14:50Because it belongs there.
01:14:52I'm not tearing it down.
01:14:54I'm making it better.
01:14:56We'll rebuild it into something brighter,
01:14:59something real.
01:15:01And what about your father?
01:15:03He won't stand for this.
01:15:05He wasn't happy at first.
01:15:07Then he saw the stock price.
01:15:11I used to think that love meant obeying you,
01:15:17meeting every expectation you set.
01:15:21But love isn't about becoming what someone else wants you to be.
01:15:27It's about accepting who you really are.
01:15:31I hope that one day,
01:15:36you'll love me that way, too.
01:15:46I love you.
01:16:05I've been thinking about why you feel so familiar.
01:16:13And?
01:16:15I used to hate it when the balloons came to Starlight Homes.
01:16:18But one day, that changed.
01:16:21Why?
01:16:22Because I met a very handsome,
01:16:28but very quiet, very kind boy.
01:16:33How handsome?
01:16:37I'm sorry it took me so long to recognize you.
01:16:41You're forgiven.
01:16:44I love you.