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