- 6/9/2025
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00:00:00Sir, our stock is being shorted aggressively. We're about to hit the limit down.
00:00:09What the hell is going on here?
00:00:12Half of you came from major investment banks.
00:00:15Our stock is about to crash, and you're telling me there's nothing we can do.
00:00:20Sir, this is a coordinated attack from multiple investment funds.
00:00:24They're shorting us simultaneously. There is nothing we can do.
00:00:28Sir, what are our next steps?
00:00:35Well, looks like Shepard Group might be bankrupt by lunch time.
00:00:44Hey, this is a private meeting.
00:00:46Mr. Jason, 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 you.
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.
00:01:18This is incredible!
00:01:20What's going on?
00:01:21The shoring is him. It's failing! The price is holding!
00:01:27Boss, our stock price is reaching today's opening value.
00:01:34We met before.
00:01:36They're still cleaning to do Mr. Shepard.
00:01:38Hold on.
00:01:39Tell me.
00:01:40How could I ever repay you for this?
00:01:42If the opportunity ever arises, you could give your next contract for construction to Harrison Group.
00:01:52Jason?
00:01:53Can we have five now?
00:01:54Mr. Yates?
00:01:55What?
00:01:56Only two bodyguards this time?
00:01:57You're not going soft on me, are you?
00:01:58No, ma'am. I just thought you might like to scream today. Now listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Lewis Grimmel.
00:02:13Mr. Yates, you know that my investigations here aren't finished.
00:02:28Ma'am, I still don't understand why you've kept your identity a secret and why you've married this Ben Harrison fellow.
00:02:33Look, today is Ben's birthday. Anything we need to discuss, we can do it some other time.
00:02:38Ma'am, it really is time for you to accept your inheritance.
00:02:45Because what I want is a simple life. With Ben.
00:02:50Ma'am, at least do me a favor and let Toby walk you up to the house. For my sake.
00:02:57Divorce papers. Sign it.
00:03:16Why?
00:03:17You are not worthy of my son anymore.
00:03:20The Harrison Group is practically a local celebrity now, especially since it's landed a $100 million contract.
00:03:26With the Shepard Group.
00:03:27And you, you're just a cleaner.
00:03:31The truth is, Laura, I've wanted a divorce for a very long time. I 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. Don't make me laugh.
00:03:48I did. It was my present to Ben for his birthday.
00:03:54I was the one who got Brian Harrison to give Ben that deal.
00:03:58What are you doing here?
00:04:00Clearly, Ben has found himself a woman more suitable for the Harrison family. Amber's family is practically local royalty.
00:04:06Local royalty. A small town rich person is royalty.
00:04:11And what qualifications do you have to judge, Ms. Cleaner? Your resume boasts supermarket cashier and dinner waitress alongside janitor, doesn't it? Ben?
00:04:23What's going on? Is this why you want a divorce? Because of her?
00:04:28Oh, please. I've spent years building Harrison Group. You're still a cleaner. We just grew apart, that's all.
00:04:35Growing apart? No. No, I won't sign any agreement, Ben.
00:04:43I won't sign.
00:04:48Ha! Money is a motivator, isn't it? Ben?
00:04:53Alright. Here. $100,000. Open up a small shop or something like that.
00:04:59$100,000? I 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. You've never done anything for Ben's success. This is our active charity tool.
00:05:17Here. A million dollars. Take this. You 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 since none of you respect me.
00:05:35A cleaning lady. A cleaning lady. Threatening us. I'm so scared. Just leave. You already make this house stink.
00:05:44Thank God she's gone. Go to the written store.
00:05:53Sir? Laura Lewis' information.
00:05:59She's Ben Harrison's wife. No wonder why she wants to part with him.
00:06:03Actually sir, Ben Harrison just divorced her. Divorced her? Wait a minute. Don't you remember?
00:06:16She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago. Yeah. She saved our hiding now. Remember?
00:06:25Why would Ben Harrison dump someone who just got him a hundred million dollar contract?
00:06:30I don't know. Let's get to the vinyl news.
00:06:35Hey! What are you doing? Let go of me!
00:06:40You attacked Amber. Apologize this instant.
00:06:43Stealing from the Harrisons. We gave you a generous divorce settlement. You refused it. And now you're stealing.
00:06:52She couldn't afford it. You're a thief.
00:07:02That's mine! Give it back!
00:07:04Hey! That's enough!
00:07:07Maura?
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. You see? It's...
00:07:20Who are you?
00:07:21Boar's new squeeze.
00:07:23Excuse me. Do you know who I am?
00:07:25Is this true? You hooked up with this man while you were married to my son? Shame on you!
00:07:30Mr. Shepard, I...
00:07:31For your information, my name is Brian Shepard. I'm CEO of the Shepard Group.
00:07:37Oh, please. A big shot like Brian Shepard wouldn't be caught dead with a cleaner.
00:07:41You really don't recognize him, do you, Amber? That's really interesting considering I thought you were the one that secured that contract for Ben.
00:07:49That's ridiculous. He doesn't look like that. My ring.
00:07:54Jason, give it back to Ms. Lewis.
00:07:56Hey, what are you doing?
00:07:58Laura, let's get you out of here. Now.
00:08:02Hold on a minute, Laura. Who the heck is this matter? Have you been sneaking around?
00:08:07It's a lie, ma'am. This is none of your business.
00:08:10All brown dead bodies. You're not going anywhere until I tell you tell us what's going on.
00:08:15We are the Harrisons. You can't just waltz in here and take her.
00:08:18Harrison, compared to the Shepard Group, you're nobody. Now go back.
00:08:22What? Are you saying that is Brian Shepard? That's a lie.
00:08:26Don't you dare walk away from me, Laura. You come back here and explain yourself.
00:08:30Don't you take another step towards my son, Laura.
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! Um...
00:08:54No, the event will proceed.
00:08:57Besides, I'll be there.
00:09:02There'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?
00:09:14Mr. Gates, I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners and we're gonna have a meeting.
00:09:26An investment meeting, one week from today.
00:09:29Make sure everyone is there.
00:09:33Because after that meeting, I'm gonna reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:09:40Oh, excellent, Miss Lewis.
00:09:42I'll start making arrangements tomorrow.
00:09:44Ben Harrison, you're gonna know exactly what it feels like to lose everything.
00:09:52After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City royalty.
00:10:03Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:10:07Laura, what are you doing here?
00:10:09Security!
00:10:10Get that woman out of here!
00:10:12We don't need cleaners at this event!
00:10:14Why wouldn't I be here?
00:10:16This is a business event, after all.
00:10:19Business?
00:10:20You wouldn't know business if I hit you on the head.
00:10:23A fancy dress doesn't make you high society, honey.
00:10:26Just get out!
00:10:27Don't tell me you've come looking for another rich man to play mistress for.
00:10:30You should've taken my $100,000 offer.
00:10:32Oh, Ben.
00:10:33Do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:10:37Laura, this is really important for me.
00:10:39Do not ruin this, okay?
00:10:41You don't belong here.
00:10:43Just get out!
00:10:49That's what you get.
00:10:55This contract is mine.
00:10:58To give or take away as I see fit.
00:11:02Don't be ridiculous!
00:11:03This is insane!
00:11:04Who do you think you are?
00:11:06Yeah, put that down.
00:11:07You have no idea what you're doing.
00:11:08Security!
00:11:09She's lost a mind!
00:11:11This is a disaster!
00:11:12Ben, this contract was supposed to be my birthday present to you,
00:11:17but since you clearly don't deserve it...
00:11:47You really think ripping up that contract is going to help?
00:11:49You're so silly, Laura.
00:11:51Oh, please, honey.
00:11:52You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:54Security!
00:11:55Get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:11:58I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds.
00:12:01And after careful consideration,
00:12:04I don't think the Harrison family is worthy of working with the Shepherds.
00:12:09You really think that the Shepard group and I could be torn up by something that you've done?
00:12:14You have no authority here.
00:12:16Of course she has the authority.
00:12:25That's the man that Laura went with the other day.
00:12:27What is he doing here?
00:12:28Mr. Shepard?
00:12:29How does he know her?
00:12:30Is that really Brian Shepard?
00:12:32Laura, are you alright?
00:12:36Mr. Shepard, I can assure you, I don't even know this woman.
00:12:39There must be some sort of misunderstanding.
00:12:41There's no misunderstanding here, Mr. Harrison.
00:12:44This contract with Shepard group is officially terminated.
00:12:48Effective immediately.
00:12:51Wait a minute.
00:12:52This contract, I thought you said you got it.
00:12:54It's her.
00:12:55She ruined the contract.
00:12:57You are his mistress, aren't you?
00:12:59An affair?
00:13:00She had an affair with that man behind my son's back?
00:13:04Mom, please, it's okay. This man is-
00:13:06Don't touch me!
00:13:08That woman destroyed your career in front of everyone, has an affair and you just stand there?
00:13:13You're a disgrace.
00:13:14An adulterer.
00:13:15You deserve to be arra-
00:13:16Shut up!
00:13:17Mr. Shepard, I apologize for this whole mess, but I can assure you, this woman has tricked you.
00:13:25Tricked? Why don't you answer a question yourself then? What was my name before we got married?
00:13:36Laura Lewis, right? Lewis group? The financial giants?
00:13:41There's no way a Lewis is connected to this.
00:13:44That's crazy. There's no way you're related to the Lewis family name. That's absurd.
00:13:51It's- it's- it's absurd!
00:13:55A high society heirs wouldn't waste their time in Maplewood!
00:13:59Yeah, yeah, it's a lie. It's a lie. This woman was a waitress when I met her.
00:14:03In fact, I saved her from a robbery three years ago.
00:14:06She's nothing special. She only married me out of gratitude.
00:14:10I was just a waitress. How convenient for your story, Ben.
00:14:16First time I met her, she was indeed a waitress at the diner.
00:14:19Okay, listen up, everybody. When I met her, I'd only just started my business.
00:14:24Mm-hmm. Now look at me. I'm signing multi-million dollar contracts.
00:14:28And look at her. Still just a clear.
00:14:31Mr. Shepard, that woman is my son's ex-wife. She's doing all this out of spite.
00:14:37She's lying, Mr. Shepard. She's just a cleaning lady for your business, isn't she?
00:14:44Let's make something clear. I was the one behind Harrison Group's success.
00:14:51I used my resources to help my ex-husband, but all he saw me as was the maid.
00:14:57Don't lie. You were never good enough for Ben when you married him. Oops.
00:15:02That roof was built with lies, Kathy. You never respected me.
00:15:07And Ben? Dumping me the second you thought you were successful on your own.
00:15:12And the cheating. I think you're blaming the wrong person.
00:15:17You were not good enough for Ben then, and you're certainly not good enough for him now.
00:15:22If you'd prefer to believe a liar's story, then the truth, Kathy.
00:15:29Consider this my resignation from the Harrisons. From everything.
00:15:34Wait, wait, wait, wait. Laura, you think you can just walk in here and, you know, ruin everything?
00:15:41And then just walk out like nothing happened?
00:15:43I don't think so. You're a cleaner. You're a cleaner that cleans toilets.
00:15:48Nobody cares about you.
00:15:49Cleaning toilets or not, at least I have my self-respect.
00:15:55I don't need a fancy title or a rich husband to feel important.
00:16:00I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding. I think all jobs are important. Right, Mom?
00:16:08Ben, what are you doing?
00:16:10But I don't think that a janitor should have some sort of influence over a deal as big as this.
00:16:15A janitor.
00:16:17Well, why don't we ask Miss Smith exactly how she landed that collaboration with Shepard?
00:16:25You did. Claimed to have been the one that secured the deal. Weren't you, Miss Smith?
00:16:31Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie. This woman, Laura, she's just a gold digger trying to trick you.
00:16:38I... but, well...
00:16:40A lie, you say? Miss Smith, I believe you mentioned securing this contract for Harrison Group.
00:16:45But I don't recognize you.
00:16:47Is this true, Miss Smith?
00:16:49Miss Lewis has helped me on several occasions. This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:16:58But the contract... I mean, Laura tore it up. So can't we just print another one and get this signing ceremony underway?
00:17:06Reprint it, Mr. Harrison. Perhaps you haven't been paying attention without Miss Lewis involved.
00:17:11I wouldn't even consider partnering with your company.
00:17:20Today, I want to make it clear.
00:17:23Shepard Group has no plans to partner with Harrison Group in the future.
00:17:31Miss Smith, you lied to us. You destroyed everything.
00:17:35What? You know, it's a misunderstanding. I can explain.
00:17:39Lewis? Lewis Family Group? This can't be.
00:17:44Believe what you want, Ben.
00:17:46Lewis Group will be holding a massive investment meeting later this week.
00:17:51Three of our vice presidents will be here in Maplewood.
00:17:55And I'm sure you can ask them if you still have any doubts about who I am.
00:18:02Everyone, listen to me.
00:18:04Shepard Group will not be partnering with Harrison.
00:18:08A man who can keep his vows to his wife cannot be trusted to keep his word on the contract.
00:18:15The charade is over, Mr. Harrison. Everyone here deserves to see the truth.
00:18:20Miss Lewis, shall we take this conversation elsewhere?
00:18:26Help!
00:18:35Mom! Someone get a doctor!
00:18:36Mom!
00:18:37It seems your night has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:42Indeed.
00:18:43Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:45Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:47What? What now?
00:19:00Mom, this is not all on me.
00:19:02Not on you. I was trying to help. She cheated on you with Shepard. Flaunted their affair.
00:19:09Exactly. And those dresses? Who could afford those on a janitor's salary?
00:19:16Miss Smith, how could you do this? We trusted you completely.
00:19:20No, no. I got Ben the deal. I had no idea Shepard would fall for Bora. She's a liar.
00:19:28Oh, stop it, Amber. You lied to us just as much as she did.
00:19:32Lied? You're on my side. And anyways, I have a plan.
00:19:38The Shepards are no one special. We can expose Laura in all her lies. Go national.
00:19:44We can make ourselves a household name. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very important phone call to make.
00:19:53Thank you so much for tonight, Mr. Shepard. Thank you as well for standing up for me.
00:20:03It's alright, Laura. You deserve the credit for all your hard work.
00:20:06Can I ask you something? Do you have any place to stay tonight? Maybe a hotel?
00:20:11Don't worry about me, Mr. Shepard. I'll be fine. Um, excuse me, you can just drop me off.
00:20:17Actually, Laura, actually, Laura, there is something else.
00:20:21Would you consider going out for dinner sometime? Just casually, of course.
00:20:26Mr. Shepard, are you asking me out?
00:20:30Please, call me Brian. And yes, technically, you're single now.
00:20:37Yes, that may be true, but going out with a newly divorced ex-cleaner isn't exactly proper.
00:20:48Proper? Laura, I don't give a damn about appearances.
00:20:54Tonight, I saw your intelligence and your strength. Those are qualities I truly admire.
00:21:01So what do you say? Dinner? Just two people getting to know each other.
00:21:07I'm sorry, Mr. Shepard. I actually have another appointment tonight, so I can't do that.
00:21:17Wait, Laura. Just here is fine.
00:21:18Wait, Laura. Just here is fine.
00:21:22Laura?
00:21:23Laura, who is it? Laura, wait!
00:21:30Jason, find out who owns that car and do it fast.
00:21:36Ian Lewis? Who is this?
00:21:46It's Amber Smith.
00:21:47Mr. Lewis? I'm sorry for the late call, but I believe I have some urgent information about your family.
00:21:53I don't know who you are, Ms. Smith. How did you get this number?
00:21:58Don't worry about that right now. I believe I know someone impersonating Laura Lewis. Someone I know very well.
00:22:06Impersonating my niece? And where is this fake Laura?
00:22:12Right here in Maplewood. And let me tell you, she's causing quite a scene.
00:22:18Well, what is she doing exactly? And more to the point, what do you want from me?
00:22:27In the next few days, the Lewis Group will hold an investment meeting, right?
00:22:32I want to meet with the Vice Presidents. All will be revealed then.
00:22:36Very well. I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting. But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:22:44It won't be. Trust me, Mr. Lewis.
00:22:47Thank you, Mr.
00:22:53That little rascal, Laura. I wonder what she's up to now.
00:23:03That car belongs to Mr. Yeats, the Lewis family bubler.
00:23:07Oh. The Lewis family? That's interesting. Could you be connected to them somehow?
00:23:15I'm not sure.
00:23:19Brian! There you are. I've missed you.
00:23:23Chloe.
00:23:25What are you up to?
00:23:27Chloe, what are you doing here?
00:23:29What do you mean? Can't I visit the man I love?
00:23:32We ended things for a reason.
00:23:34It was just one teensy mistake. I was... I was a little bit tipsy. Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:23:41Teensy mistake, you said? You cheated on me.
00:23:44Is this your new fling? Ex-divorcey? Used a clean floor? It's quite the catch, you say?
00:23:56Look, my relationship with her is none of your business. And don't you dare talk about her like that.
00:24:02Please. An ex-cleaner turned social climber latching onto a wealthy businessman? It's a classic story.
00:24:10That's enough. I'll get the hell out of my office.
00:24:14You want to be careful, Brian. Duke Industries still holds a lot of weight in Maplewood.
00:24:20If you want Shepherd Group to stay afloat, you ought to be more careful.
00:24:27Seems like you've got more on your plate than Laura's secrets now.
00:24:37This is it. The Lewis Group Vice Presidents are on the top floor.
00:24:40Once I'm done speaking with them, I'll have Ben's company rolling in business investments.
00:24:45I'll go speak with them first, and then I'll introduce you.
00:24:50Well, well, well. Look who it is. What a surprise.
00:24:54Did Brian teach you already? That's none of your business.
00:24:59Now, move aside, please.
00:25:00Laura, just what do you think you're doing, you street rat?
00:25:04You really think you can just ruin my events again? Haven't you ruined my life enough?
00:25:07Don't you have any shame?
00:25:09If you'll excuse me, I have an important meeting to get to.
00:25:13Oh, the nurse. After everything you've done, you think you can just waltz in here and manipulate them too?
00:25:19Seriously? I think you need to reconsider exactly who's manipulating who here.
00:25:25Oh, that's gold. You really think that they're gonna let you in, Laura?
00:25:29Please, you're no one compared to me.
00:25:31You don't deserve to be here.
00:25:33The only ones who don't belong here are you three.
00:25:37And you, idiot, believing every lie that she tells you. Wake up, Ben.
00:25:43Oh, Laura! Laura, come on. Why do you always pull this on me?
00:25:48I mean, seriously, can't you just let me enjoy one of my events for once?
00:25:52I know what this is.
00:25:54So stupid.
00:25:56Oh, shut your trap. Amber spoke directly with the CEO. He invited her to meet with the VPs before the main meeting.
00:26:04Yeah, Amber got me a partnership with the Loose Group.
00:26:08And unlike some people, I have a real invitation.
00:26:11Well, before you all start celebrating, why don't you take a look at this.
00:26:22Oh, that's rich.
00:26:23You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me.
00:26:26I spoke to Ian Lewis himself, CEO of Loose Group.
00:26:30Speaking of Brian, where is he right now?
00:26:33You mean my uncle? Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:26:38Ian Lewis personally gave me this invitation himself.
00:26:43And besides, this looks fake. She's a liar.
00:26:48This is a personal invitation from Mr. Yates himself.
00:26:53It grants me access to the VIP elevator, which leads straight to the vice presidential suite.
00:26:58She's lying. They don't have a VIP elevator in this hotel.
00:27:02Is there a special elevator for VIPs in this hotel?
00:27:09Not that I know of.
00:27:11See? She's lying.
00:27:13There you have it, Laura. Even the hotel staff can spot a fake.
00:27:17Go on, get lost before things get worse.
00:27:22Here, take this one. Lead me to the vice presidents.
00:27:25You have no idea what you just did.
00:27:30There will be consequences.
00:27:34Besides, if you have this relationship with Ian Lewis that you claim to have,
00:27:40why don't you just ask him to get the two of them an invitation?
00:27:45Security! Security! We need this woman removed immediately.
00:27:48She is harassing me. We're done with your games, Laura.
00:27:51You're just a fraud.
00:27:52Man, place me here.
00:27:53What?!
00:27:54Hold on!
00:27:58Brian Shepard?
00:27:59You think money buys you the right to walk all over people? Well, it doesn't.
00:28:03Yeah. Wasn't enough to kick us out of Maplewood, was it, huh?
00:28:06What other plans do you have to destroy this time?
00:28:09Get you out?
00:28:10After all you did to Laura, you had it coming.
00:28:13Don't play dumb. We know exactly what's been happening here.
00:28:17How long has this little affair been going on?
00:28:19You've been sleeping with her since she was married to my son.
00:28:22Hold on a second. An affair?
00:28:25You think Laura and I...
00:28:28You people are unbelievable.
00:28:32Mr. Carter, get down here ASAP. We have a situation.
00:28:36What, you think you can just boss the manager around now? Is that it?
00:28:40Well, stick around and watch you crash and burn.
00:28:43Miss Lewis, apologies for the delay. How can I help you this evening?
00:28:46Thank you, Mr. Carter, for getting down here so quickly.
00:28:50It seems there's a misunderstanding.
00:28:53These people don't think that I belong here.
00:28:56Well, Mr. Carter, I can assure you, this woman is a cleaner.
00:28:59A cleaner? Nonsense.
00:29:01I personally greeted Miss Lewis upon her arrival in Maplewood three years ago.
00:29:05Exactly. Lewis Group, my company, has some major investments planned here in Maplewood.
00:29:14I was just here investigating potential business opportunities.
00:29:18No, this woman doesn't know the difference between business and a hole in the ground.
00:29:22She's been this way since my son divorced her. She's insane.
00:29:25Actually, I met Laura three years ago at the coffee shop.
00:29:29She helped secure a profitable investment for Shepard Group.
00:29:33No, it's a lie. Mr. Shepard, she's tricking you too.
00:29:41You know, it's exhausting trying to argue with people who forget who helped them.
00:29:48Mr. Carter, would you mind showing me to the VIP elevator?
00:29:51Wait, is that why you're covering for her? Huh? Because of the affair? Because she slept with you?
00:29:56Excuse me. Of course.
00:29:57Who are you and how dare you speak to Miss Lewis that way?
00:30:00Enough of this. She's right.
00:30:01That's enough. Haven't you embarrass yourself enough?
00:30:03This is Lewis Group property. Behave or I'll call security.
00:30:07But she doesn't even have a VIP entrance access. She shouldn't be here.
00:30:12Since you're having trouble understanding Ben, let me make it clear.
00:30:17This hotel is owned by the Lewis family. It's mine. To come or go as I please.
00:30:25Thank you for stepping in, Ryan. I owe you one. We'll talk about this later.
00:30:35Well, it seems that divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision, Mr. Anderson.
00:30:48Come in!
00:30:50Excuse me, Vice Presidents. I'm Amber Smith, General Manager of the Lewis Group Maplewood Branch.
00:30:57I believe Ian Lewis told you about our meeting today?
00:31:00Maplewood Branch.
00:31:02Our records don't show any Maplewood Branch, Ms. Smith.
00:31:07Are you sure you haven't gotten something mixed up?
00:31:11Ian Lewis, Mr. Lewis, reassured me that today we would discuss, well, expansion plans.
00:31:21Expansion plans? Ms. Smith?
00:31:24A decision like that wouldn't be taken without board approval.
00:31:27And frankly, we haven't heard anything about Maplewood Branch.
00:31:32But, Ian Lewis assured me that...
00:31:35Ms. Smith, we have a very important guest arriving soon.
00:31:38Perhaps you'd like to schedule a follow-up meeting with one of our staff?
00:31:41Maybe I can stay for this guest and offer some local...
00:31:44Ms. Smith, we'd like you to leave. If you don't, we'll call security.
00:31:48Hey, stop there. These elevators are VIP only. Back, please.
00:31:58Of course. My apologies.
00:32:01Ms. Smith, please.
00:32:07Laura?
00:32:10Vice Presidents! It's so good to see all of you again.
00:32:15Ms. Lewis, it's been too long.
00:32:17Your return is a lifesaver, Ms. Lewis.
00:32:20The Lewis Group has floundered under your uncle's, well, shall we say, unconventional leadership.
00:32:26The board are begging you to come back, Ms. Lewis.
00:32:31Well, please sit. Yes, well, it is time for me to get my career back on track.
00:32:37We've got a meeting planned, a big one, in just a few days.
00:32:42Local powerhouses and smaller players, too. They'll all be there in one spot.
00:32:48Ms. Lewis, we met with an Amber Smith.
00:32:52Ms. Smith, she claimed your uncle appointed her general manager of a Maplewood branch for the Lewis Group.
00:33:00She said that, did she? Well, Ms. Smith is a liar.
00:33:04There is no Maplewood branch, at least not yet.
00:33:07She lied so blatantly. It's unbelievable.
00:33:10Bob, don't worry. I found a much more suitable partner.
00:33:17Shepherd Group.
00:33:18Shepherd Group.
00:33:20Their rise to a public company has been impressive.
00:33:23Do you have anything to do with that?
00:33:26So, what happens now with this Amber Smith?
00:33:30Oh, don't worry about Amber.
00:33:34I've got plans for her.
00:33:37Ms. Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the legend from us.
00:33:47Cheers.
00:33:48Cheers.
00:33:49Cheers.
00:33:59No, I'm not leaving. What are you talking about? No, come on.
00:34:02Wait! I'm Amber Smith. I'm the Lewis Group manager of Maplewood branch. What are you doing? These are my guests.
00:34:06Yeah, that's right. Tell them who we are.
00:34:08Yes, we were waiting for Ms. Smith.
00:34:10Lewis Group, Maplewood branch. No such thing, ma'am. And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:34:17Oh, of course. Laura! She's probably sleeping with the manager as well. That's how she gets away with everything.
00:34:25You underestimate her, Kathy. She's probably sleeping with all three vice presidents. No way a girl like her could get into a hotel like this.
00:34:33Careful with your words. Both of you. Acquisitions like that can get you in serious trouble.
00:34:39Look who can't even get into a meeting. Whilst I secure three with all the vice presidents. And let's not forget the mystery guests that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:34:50Looks like she used you and tossed you aside.
00:34:53Used me? Unlike some people, I don't mind being helpful.
00:34:57You're so stupid. She threw you away like yesterday's trash.
00:35:02Don't worry, Brian. You deserve better. And let's not forget, I'm the new Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group.
00:35:09Appointed by the CEO of Lewis Group themselves, Ian Lewis.
00:35:14New branch manager, huh? Interesting.
00:35:18Laura Lewis? What are you doing here? Get out of here!
00:35:21You claim to be the mystery guest.
00:35:24Don't play games, Laura. I was formally invited by Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting.
00:35:30Only the top companies get those. Looks like you're all out of luck.
00:35:35Is that so?
00:35:37Well then, there seems to be a misunderstanding.
00:35:41You see, I'm not sure if you know Miss Smith, but Lewis Group is my company.
00:35:47And I decide who goes to the meetings.
00:35:50Escort them out. Their visit is over.
00:35:55Oh, come on. This way, please.
00:35:58I'm not leaving.
00:35:59Move. We're not leaving again. Move.
00:36:02Oh, no, no, no. We're not going now. Okay, bye, bye, bye.
00:36:05This isn't over, Laura. You'll see.
00:36:07Thanks for waiting, bud.
00:36:12Laura, I'm glad you're okay.
00:36:16And thank you for defending me. I really appreciate it.
00:36:24Um, are you coming to the meeting?
00:36:29Yes, but it's gonna be tricky.
00:36:35Why? I'm sure that Shepard Group got an invitation.
00:36:41Yes, Laura. There's something you should know.
00:36:46Is...is this about Ben?
00:36:51Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems.
00:36:54He won't even get past security.
00:36:57Laura, it's not Ben.
00:37:00It's someone else.
00:37:03Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:37:08Yes.
00:37:09Yes.
00:37:11Her name is Chloe Duke.
00:37:13She is daughter of the Duke family.
00:37:17She's my ex-fiancee.
00:37:20And, uh, let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:37:26And...
00:37:28Let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:37:32And for some reason,
00:37:35she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:38And...
00:37:40You think that she's gonna cause problems at the meeting for...
00:37:48Out of...jealousy?
00:37:52There's a possibility.
00:37:53She's kind of jealous.
00:37:55Well...
00:37:57All the more reason for you to be there.
00:38:00Besides...
00:38:02I'll be there too.
00:38:06Laura.
00:38:08Would you consider being my guest at the meeting?
00:38:12What?
00:38:14Are you worried that this Chloe's gonna cause problems for me too?
00:38:17Maybe a little.
00:38:19But mostly...
00:38:21I wanna show them we're your team.
00:38:23Well, it's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard.
00:38:28Laura.
00:38:29I don't care about your best.
00:38:35I just want to be by your side.
00:38:38I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:39I don't care about your side.
00:38:41And...
00:38:43Brian...
00:38:48I...
00:38:49I appreciate your honesty and...
00:38:52Right now,
00:38:53I...
00:38:55I'm just not...
00:38:57I just don't really have romance on my mind right now.
00:39:00out just with everything going on and going on. It's okay. I just want to be up front.
00:39:08And if Gletra is anything, you won't face her alone.
00:39:16There's just one thing I do need. What is it? A formal dress.
00:39:30Security, she doesn't belong here. This is a private store. Excuse me,
00:39:41we need some assistance. I'm looking for a very particular dress.
00:39:48Wow, it's beautiful. It is. I'll try this one on. Don't bother with her. She can't afford anything
00:39:57here. She's just a cleaner. She doesn't deserve to shop you. She has no money.
00:40:03Yeah, exactly. I mean, what are you doing here? Can't you just leave me alone?
00:40:07I wouldn't bat an eyelash if you just disappeared. I'm here for retail therapy.
00:40:13Oh, please. This store is for the A-list only. Not some cheapskate like you. Says the woman who
00:40:19barged into my marriage. Hey, show some respect. Typical Laura. Just think she can buy anything
00:40:26she wants with someone else's money. I would have asked you, but without me, I'm sure they're
00:40:31already booked. Oh, please. Come on, we'll take the dress. Sir, this particular dress is not for sale.
00:40:38What do you mean you don't sell it? I want it. Name your price. It's not about the price,
00:40:44ma'am. This one was custom made for Miss Lewis, the Lewis Group heiress. The entire brand belongs to
00:40:49her. This beautiful dress is for display purposes only. Thank you. It wouldn't suit you anyway,
00:40:56Amber. What are you talking about? Of course it would suit her. It'd fit her just fine.
00:41:00And if it wouldn't fit me, it certainly wouldn't fit your chunky self either.
00:41:04Well, buying the whole store, allow me to purchase this dress.
00:41:12Oh, please. Don't you know that this store belongs to Lewis Group? We wouldn't sell it to someone like
00:41:17you. Amber, you're not even a branch manager yet. You don't get to speak on behalf of Lewis Group.
00:41:23Could you please tell me more about this dress? Of course. Uh, it was custom made for Laura Lewis,
00:41:31heiress to the Lewis Group Fortune, hand-stitched in Italy naturally. And apparently there are many
00:41:37more like it this way. High-end stores and museums around the world from her private collection.
00:41:43Laura, do you like this dress? Of course. It's custom made for me. I'm just here to take what's all ready,
00:41:52mine. Oh, you can't be serious. There must be millions of Laura Lewis's out there in the world.
00:41:58Fine, fine. If it's not for sale, can't I at least try it on? It would look incredible on me.
00:42:04Miss, this dress is very delicate. If I may be frank, I don't think this would fit you properly.
00:42:12Are you calling me fat? Actually, on a second thought, why don't we just buy the whole brand?
00:42:18How's that sound? Sir, are you serious? You would just buy the entire brand for one dress?
00:42:24This brand is worth at least 50 million dollars. And to buy it for a waitress? Are you out of your
00:42:31mind? Yes. You see, even if you had the money, they wouldn't sell it to you. Just one second.
00:42:36Yes, this is Brian Shepard, CEO of Shepard Group. I'd like to speak with your head of acquisitions.
00:42:46I'm interested in purchasing your high fashion brand. What?
00:42:55Sorry, sir. That brand is not for sale. You see, if we can't have it, neither can you.
00:43:01Thank you. Mr. Yates, yes, this is Laura Lewis. I'm calling to discuss the sale of our high-end
00:43:11clothing brand to Shepard Group. Oh, come on. Calling the Lewis family butler won't get you anywhere,
00:43:19sweetie. Exactly. Come on, this is pathetic. You really think this is going to work? It's sad.
00:43:23Excellent. Thank you, Mr. Yates, that's all.
00:43:34Yes?
00:43:38What? Are you willing to sell me the brand?
00:43:44Awesome. Thank you.
00:43:45Hello? Yes? Wow. Yes, of course. Absolutely. Mm-hmm. Thank you.
00:43:59The store, along with the entire brand, has been sold to Mr. Shepard. The Shepard Group is the new
00:44:05owner. How may I be of service today, sir? Well, Laura, I don't know much about pressure. So I would
00:44:12like to give you this brand to you. You can't be serious. You don't have the kind of money to buy
00:44:18this store. Don't listen to her, Brian. You two just go do whatever you do somewhere else. You're not
00:44:25welcome here. I want the two of these out of my store. I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:35Of course. Oh, come on. Sir, ma'am, you afraid I have to ask you to leave?
00:44:42But we're not leaving, okay? Hey, hey, hey. This isn't over, Laura.
00:44:47Could I try the dress on now? Of course, Miss Lewis. You just follow me.
00:44:57Wow. Miss Lewis, this dress really was made for you.
00:45:03Laura, you look breathtaking in this dress. Brian, why would you do all of this for me?
00:45:15Laura, because you deserve everything beautiful in the world. And that includes this dress.
00:45:26Thank you. Will you give us a chance to see where things could go?
00:45:32I need a moment. Perhaps we could talk some more about this after the investment meeting?
00:45:39I need a moment. Does that mean you could be a yes?
00:45:43Maybe.
00:45:50Hi.
00:45:58Hi.
00:45:59Well, well, well. Look who decided to join the party. Playing dress up again, Laura?
00:46:09One more disrespectful remark towards Laura, Miss Smith. And you understand the meaning of rude.
00:46:14You threatening my girlfriend in front of everyone for this. This gold digger.
00:46:20You know, Ben, I really cared about you. Even after all the horrible things you said to me after our divorce.
00:46:27I know the name of a great psychologist in New York. Maybe the shrinks in Maplewood aren't equipped
00:46:34to deal with your issues. Enough. I've had enough of this drama.
00:46:39Yeah, me too. Try that again, and you'll regret it. I'll get the hell out of my face.
00:46:46Let's see if you two even make it past the door. Yeah.
00:46:51I'm sorry, Miss Smith, but your name's not on the guest list.
00:46:54What? That's impossible. I was invited by the CEO himself.
00:47:01Unfortunately, neither Harrison Group or Smith Group, your name is on the list.
00:47:05What? Looks like you two won't be getting let in after all.
00:47:10You don't have an invitation. You're just here because of Brian.
00:47:17Let me see this. This doesn't even look real. It's different from mine.
00:47:21Why don't you ask her if it's real?
00:47:26This appears to be a VIP invitation from the Vice President.
00:47:28Please, right this way. We can continue this discussion later. If you manage to get in.
00:47:40Sir? Madam? We recommend you leave.
00:47:45There you are! How dare you steal my fiancé!
00:47:48Looks like another relationship fights the dust, Laura. Looks like stealing men is a hobby of yours.
00:48:01Get away from him! He's engaged to me!
00:48:04Hey, hey, hey. Hold your horses, Gwen. That ended a long time ago.
00:48:08Engaged to you. Everyone in Maplewood knows what you did to Brian.
00:48:13Your relationship's history. That was just a little tiff.
00:48:18You really think that could tear us apart?
00:48:22Don't you know who I am? Don't pretend like you don't know.
00:48:26Oh, honey. She don't recognize royalty, let alone a duke.
00:48:30She's just a maid, remember? I don't have time for all this drama.
00:48:35Brian? Let's head inside.
00:48:38Brian? How could you choose this cleaner over me?
00:48:44Are you really going to humiliate me in front of all of Maplewood?
00:48:47There's nothing left to say, Gloria. Don't make this a scene. Shall we?
00:48:58You okay, Miss Duke? And you are?
00:49:02Amber Smith. I'm the Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group.
00:49:06What branch? I've never heard of it. What do you want from me?
00:49:09That Laura! She tore up my invitation. Do you think you can get me inside?
00:49:14What, your little manager title couldn't get you past the front door?
00:49:19Please don't waste my time.
00:49:36If I can't have Brian, neither can you. The Duke family has more influence than you think.
00:49:58Chloe, good to see you. I've been expecting you.
00:50:02Uncle Joes, how are you?
00:50:04Good.
00:50:06I need your help with something.
00:50:08What is it? Anything for my little Chloe.
00:50:11It's Brian.
00:50:12Who's that woman? I thought you were...
00:50:16She's a con woman. She actually used to be a cleaner in his company.
00:50:20What? Are you saying Brian left you for a cleaner?
00:50:27Well, she's pretending to be a Lewis to get close to him.
00:50:31What are you planning?
00:50:33I want to destroy Shepherd Group.
00:50:39Anyway, I am terribly sorry about Chloe.
00:50:42I had no idea she would be so... intense.
00:50:50What do you mean? You so should have taken her up on her offer.
00:50:54I mean, you guys are just...
00:50:57Power couple.
00:51:00I see what you're doing.
00:51:02Power couple, you say?
00:51:04More like a disaster waiting to happen.
00:51:09Anyway, shall we take a seat?
00:51:11Actually, Brian, my seat is...
00:51:16It's up there.
00:51:18Really?
00:51:19She doesn't deserve to sit there.
00:51:21Excuse me.
00:51:22This is my VIP invitation.
00:51:25I can sit wherever I like.
00:51:28Hey, what do you think you're doing?
00:51:30This is signed by all three VPs of Lewis Group.
00:51:33Where did you get this?
00:51:36Who did you have to sleep with?
00:51:37That's enough.
00:51:38This is getting us nowhere.
00:51:42Laura is my guest.
00:51:44And I will not tolerate any kind of disrespect towards her.
00:51:49Got it?
00:51:51Mr. Shepherd, what do you see in that woman?
00:51:55Miss Duke is a perfect match for you.
00:51:57She's from a good family, beautiful and successful.
00:52:01What more could you ask for?
00:52:03That's a good question.
00:52:06Not much, actually.
00:52:08Honesty.
00:52:09That's what I want.
00:52:12And love.
00:52:14Things that clearly Chloe has no idea.
00:52:16I said I was sorry.
00:52:19What more do you want?
00:52:20I've watched Chloe grow up.
00:52:23She's like a daughter to me.
00:52:25I won't allow her to be spoken to like that.
00:52:28One more chance, Brian.
00:52:34Let's forget all this nonsense.
00:52:37Do it, Mrs. Shepherd.
00:52:38Propose right here, right now.
00:52:42Brian?
00:52:42Is this how the Duke family handles business deals?
00:52:50By forcing a ring on someone?
00:52:53Do it, or you can kiss goodbye all future investments with the Duke family.
00:53:02Don't you dare.
00:53:03You're humiliating yourself.
00:53:07Dare you?
00:53:08Do you really like this nobody from nowhere?
00:53:11Yes.
00:53:13I like her.
00:53:16But I can't imagine someone like her interesting in me.
00:53:21The truth is, I wouldn't be here where I am today without her.
00:53:27Why would you choose someone like her?
00:53:30Exactly.
00:53:30This woman is Trevor.
00:53:32She doesn't belong here.
00:53:33Throw her out!
00:53:35You do realize that there is no investment meeting without me?
00:53:40Interesting turn of events.
00:53:42Perhaps it's time we shed some light on your mysterious past.
00:53:46Do you actually think that just because you have the name Laura,
00:53:51that you're the missing heiress, Laura Lewis?
00:53:56You know what, maybe you're right, Chloe.
00:53:59How ridiculous.
00:54:00Is that what you've been telling everyone?
00:54:02I'm sure that the Duke family still values cooperation, but wow.
00:54:10Did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe?
00:54:12You have no right to talk to Ms. Duke like that.
00:54:16That's enough.
00:54:16You don't get to talk here.
00:54:18You got mad, Shepard.
00:54:20You dare to go against Ms. Duke.
00:54:21And the same applies to everyone else here.
00:54:24Anyone who insults Laura.
00:54:26Leave us with a black eye.
00:54:28It's willing to offend the chick for her.
00:54:31What kind of charm does she have?
00:54:32I want to be careful, Brian.
00:54:34Don't forget that this entire hotel chain is owned by the Lewis Group.
00:54:38Are you willing to get blacklisted for this public tantrum?
00:54:41The Lewis Group isn't blacklisting anyone, especially not Shepard Group.
00:54:48Lewis Group RS?
00:54:55Don't make me laugh.
00:54:58Security, remove these two imposters from the premises.
00:55:01Wait, Uncle Jones. Give Brian another chance. Choose, Brian. Me and the future you deserve, or this...fraught.
00:55:13Chloe, I have everything I ever wanted, right here. And I wouldn't trade all the powers that took so many.
00:55:22Fine.
00:55:24Short the stock of the Shepard Group. What?
00:55:32You forced my hand, Brian. Now Shepard Group is ruined.
00:55:37The Duke family, they can't be serious. Shepard Group is doomed.
00:55:42Brian, you don't have to do this for me.
00:55:46Laura, I will never let anyone bully you, let alone them.
00:55:52Thank you, Brian, for believing in me, for protecting me.
00:56:00Now it's my turn to protect you.
00:56:09Listen carefully. I need you to protect the Shepard Group stock at all costs.
00:56:17Don't let it drop even one cent. Do you understand?
00:56:23Well, award-winning performance, Laura. But you can't possibly control the stock market.
00:56:30Do you want to put your money where your mouth is, Chloe?
00:56:34If the Shepard stock holds for the next five minutes, you owe me a public apology.
00:56:47Deal.
00:56:48Well, looks like your five minutes is up. Let's see how the Shepard stock is doing.
00:57:04What the? The Shepard Group stock prices? It's going up!
00:57:13This can't be happening. It must be a coincidence.
00:57:22Why didn't you short the stock like I asked?
00:57:24There was a huge investment. We couldn't compete. Shepard stock price is being heavily supported.
00:57:31How did you do this?
00:57:33Like I said, Chloe, I'm Laura Lewis.
00:57:39No, you're not. You're just some cleaner. You don't have access to billions.
00:57:43No. I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:53No. I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:57There is no way I'm apologizing to you.
00:57:59If things were the other way, would you be so quick to forgive me?
00:58:03Me? Chloe?
00:58:05The truth is, everyone here has seen you be a bully. And a coward. And now, a sore loser.
00:58:17This is so humiliating for her.
00:58:20How did she manage that? Maybe she really is a Lewis.
00:58:25Apologize to Miss Lewis.
00:58:27Shut up. Don't you dare talk about Miss Duke like that.
00:58:31Don't forget, the Duke family owned half of Maplewood.
00:58:35You're going as a Lewis. Let's get out of here.
00:58:38Hold on.
00:58:40This is where I belong.
00:58:44And that is my chair.
00:58:48You can't go there. That is the VIP section.
00:58:51Only those invited by the Lewis Group vice presidents get to sit there.
00:58:55Like I said, Chloe, that's my seat.
00:59:01I had a rumor floating around a few days ago.
00:59:08Seems Miss Lewis caused quite a scene at a signing ceremony between her ex and Mr. Shepard, wasn't it?
00:59:17Are you planning another outburst, Laura?
00:59:19Is this how you charm all your men? Shall we?
00:59:22My pleasure.
00:59:24What are you doing?
00:59:26Let go. It doesn't matter what happens. I choose to stay by Laura's side.
00:59:31Let's go.
00:59:34Don't be absurd. That seat is reserved for a very important guest.
00:59:39Someone so esteemed, even the vice presidents have to bow low.
00:59:46And how exactly, Mr. Jones? Are you so sure that I'm not that esteemed guest?
00:59:56Wait, that's Peter Young, director of business affairs at Lewis Group.
01:00:04Oh, that's Peter Young. He decides which one's going to say.
01:00:06It's, uh, Chloe Duke, head of Duke Industries.
01:00:09So glad you could join us.
01:00:10Why is everyone standing around?
01:00:12It's her. She's making a huge scene trying to claim the VIP seat. It's embarrassing.
01:00:18That seat's reserved for the Lewis Group VIP guest. Specifically the family heir. Please get off the stage.
01:00:25Oh, yes. Mr. Young, was it? I think I remember you. You manage my family's investments.
01:00:34Don't pretend like you know what's going on.
01:00:37Please get off the stage. That seat's reserved for the Lewis family heir.
01:00:42I need to make one thing crystal clear.
01:00:49I am the heir of the Lewis family.
01:00:58This is ridiculous. You, the Lewis heir. Don't you know that Miss Lewis is a legend around here?
01:01:04You must be out of your mind trusting a complete stranger like this.
01:01:08Exactly. We ran a background check on her and it turns out she's just some cleaner that used to work for the Harrison Group.
01:01:15Before that, a cashier in my family's supermarket.
01:01:19See, Brian? This is who you've been chasing after. A liar and a cheat.
01:01:24Security! Get this imposter out of here. Everyone here is a witness.
01:01:28Why would any of you trust Laura? If any of you dares to harm her, you have to go through me first.
01:01:37Brian, she's just a nobody. She's just someone that the Harrison Group ditched. They didn't even want her. What exactly do you see in her?
01:01:47Escort this imposter out of here. Now!
01:01:50I'm Peter.
01:01:51Peter.
01:01:59Peter, do you have any idea what you're doing?
01:02:03Mr. Yates, I'm so glad you could join us.
01:02:08Miss Lewis, sorry about the delay and for all the trouble you've had to put up with.
01:02:13It's no trouble, Mr. Yates. Luckily I haven't been alone.
01:02:18I've had the great company of my very loyal... friend.
01:02:24Wait a minute. She's Miss Lewis. Is this a joke?
01:02:28Mr. Young, you're new to the Lewis Group, so I can understand why you wouldn't recognize Miss Lewis.
01:02:34But she listened to lies without checking the facts. And almost called the police.
01:02:43Tell me, Mr. Young, who put you up to this?
01:02:48Was it my uncle, Ian Lewis?
01:02:53I knew it.
01:02:54I knew it.
01:02:57Consider this your... termination.
01:03:01I get it now. This is all an act. Right?
01:03:05Chloe, what are you doing? We still want to work with the Lewis family.
01:03:08Work with them? Are you blind? This woman is clearly having an affair with this old man.
01:03:13That's enough, young lady. You've got no right to disrespect the head of the Lewis Group.
01:03:17Oh, Chloe. I can't believe we're going through this again. I think you need some professional help.
01:03:26Maybe I could make you an appointment with a great psychiatrist.
01:03:29Chloe, that's enough.
01:03:31It's ridiculous. If you weren't really the Lewis family heir, you would have the ring.
01:03:35So why don't you show it to everyone?
01:03:37Show us the ring!
01:03:42Why don't you show that to everyone?
01:03:44Show us the ring!
01:03:45Show us the ring!
01:03:46Show us the ring!
01:03:47Who are you to make demands of me?
01:03:50I don't answer to anyone but myself.
01:03:54I don't need any of your validation.
01:04:00The ring.
01:04:05Vice Presidents, I'm Chloe Duke of the Duke family.
01:04:09This woman is an imposter.
01:04:11Miss Lewis, we apologise for the delay.
01:04:13How could you just let that con woman sit there? Get her out of here!
01:04:18This seat was always for Miss Lewis.
01:04:21She's the special guest we've been waiting for.
01:04:25The investment queen.
01:04:27The real heir to Lewis Group.
01:04:29Laura Lewis.
01:04:31She was a divorced housewife. A janitor. How can she?
01:04:34She can't be. It's a lie. I'm telling you it's a lie.
01:04:38Do you think we'd lie? We run Lewis Group.
01:04:42Oh, Chloe. You assaulted me earlier. And you came to this meeting to what? Sabotage it.
01:04:50You'll be hearing from our legal team.
01:04:54This is true, Mr. Duke. Did you try and sabotage this meeting?
01:05:00Yes, it's all true. She fooled us all. The Duke tricked us to keep Lewis Group out of Maplewood and control everything themselves. I had no idea. But I'm on your side. I can give you everything you need. All the resources in Maplewood.
01:05:19Miss Lewis, how would you like us to deal with this?
01:05:24An eye for an eye.
01:05:28Since Miss Duke here loves ruining things, I'll target her precious Duke Industries. I want them bankrupt in ten minutes.
01:05:43You're bluffing. You're nobody. You'll always be a nobody. And you can't touch me.
01:05:50Then, consider this a test, Chloe. I didn't need my family's support with Shepard and I certainly don't even know.
01:05:59Chloe, you dug your own grave.
01:06:02You think you can destroy Maplewood's leading family with just the Shepard group? Please.
01:06:08Hmm. We'll see.
01:06:13Dad?
01:06:17Slow down. What are you talking about?
01:06:21No.
01:06:23It's impossible.
01:06:25Chloe, what have you done? Years of hard work. Destroyed in minutes.
01:06:34What did you do?
01:06:36Well, Chloe, isn't this what you wanted? To give me a little taste of destruction?
01:06:44This is impossible. It's impossible!
01:06:48Chloe, what have you done? The news is everywhere. Shepard's launched a full scale of SOB on the stock market. They're hammering our shares.
01:06:57Are you sure it's just Shepard?
01:07:00Yes! Shareholders are dumping our stock like it's a hot potato. We could go bankrupt. You've ruined everything!
01:07:07Don't worry, Mr. Duke. When your company does go bankrupt, I'll buy it. At a fire sale price. Your employees won't even be affected.
01:07:17Brilliant. A masterstroke, Ms. Lewis.
01:07:20Now, this is my event. Please leave.
01:07:27Brian, I did this for us! Everything I did, I did for us, Brian!
01:07:33Chloe, you need help. These feelings you have for me, it's not love. It's obsession.
01:07:42Enough. If you don't want to ruin everything completely, you'll come with me right now.
01:07:49Mark.
01:07:50Right now.
01:07:51Mark!
01:07:52Mark!
01:07:53Mark!
01:07:54Mark!
01:07:59Mark!
01:08:00Mark!
01:08:01Mark!
01:08:02Mark!
01:08:03Mark!
01:08:04Mark!
01:08:05Mark!
01:08:06Mark!
01:08:07Mark!
01:08:08Mark!
01:08:09Mark!
01:08:10Mark!
01:08:11Mark!
01:08:12Mark!
01:08:13Mark!
01:08:14Mark!
01:08:15Mark!
01:08:16Mark!
01:08:17Mark!
01:08:18Mark!
01:08:19Mark!
01:08:20Mark!
01:08:21Mark!
01:08:22Mark!
01:08:23Mark!
01:08:24Mark!
01:08:25Mark!
01:08:26Mark!
01:08:27Mark!
01:08:28Mark!
01:08:29Mark!
01:08:30Mark!
01:08:31Mark!
01:08:32Mark!
01:08:33Mark!
01:08:34Mark!
01:08:35Mark!
01:08:36Mark!
01:08:37Mark!
01:08:38Mark!
01:08:39Mark!
01:08:40That's right. If we can just meet with the new heir, we can bypass the Shepherds and meet directly with the Lewis Group.
01:08:46We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:08:50That's right.
01:08:55Vice Presidents, allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:09:01I'm sure I've met you.
01:09:03Mr. Shepard, finally a pleasure to meet you.
01:09:06We've looked into your company's financial review.
01:09:10Very impressive. Thank you.
01:09:12Thank you, but a large part of that success is thanks to Ms. Lewis.
01:09:17She practically saved me from disaster. Three times over now.
01:09:22Brian, you can just call me Laura.
01:09:25Ms. Lewis's recommendation is very telling, Mr. Shepard.
01:09:29Perhaps today clarifies everything.
01:09:32Mr. Shepard, this opportunity is gone. Seized.
01:09:37A woman like Laura is not easy to buy.
01:09:41Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:09:52Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:09:53Laura? Hardly.
01:09:55I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:10:03So you're Laura's uncle?
01:10:05In the flesh.
01:10:07So Laura really is your niece?
01:10:09Yes, little Laura.
01:10:11She just threw away her birthright about two, three years ago.
01:10:16Ran off and married a nobody from Maplewood.
01:10:19I think he was a Harrison.
01:10:21Now Laura's got the VPs and Mr. Yates on her side.
01:10:24Did you hear she's throwing a banquet in a few days
01:10:26to announce her official takeover?
01:10:28And we can't let that happen, can we, my dear?
01:10:31If you're Ian Lewis, wouldn't you have the family ring?
01:10:34Well, my dear, that's where you come in, Miss Duke.
01:10:38We need you to relinquish my ring.
01:10:42What if I, what if I fail?
01:10:44My family is already ruined.
01:10:46Yes, you are in a spot of bother, I must say.
01:10:49But if successful, I guarantee that you and the Duke family
01:10:54will get back everything you've lost.
01:10:57Laura's got the VPs and Brian on her side.
01:10:59How can I possibly get the ring?
01:11:01There is a way, you know, that we can make Laura relinquish
01:11:06and give up that ring willingly.
01:11:11Laura, my dear, welcome.
01:11:13Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:11:20Laura.
01:11:21It's so good to see you.
01:11:23And you, it's been too long, two, three years perhaps.
01:11:27How have you been?
01:11:29I've been well, Uncle Ian.
01:11:31Thank you for asking.
01:11:33I see you've been busy keeping Lewis Group afloat.
01:11:37Yes.
01:11:38Kind of been easy.
01:11:39Indeed, somebody had to.
01:11:40I mean, after you left me with everything to do,
01:11:43without a safe pair of hands, I hate to think what would have happened to the company.
01:11:47Actually, Uncle Ian, from what I've heard, you've lost billions with some questionable investment decisions.
01:11:56Yes.
01:11:57Minor mistakes, minor.
01:11:59Don't worry, Uncle Ian.
01:12:01I won't hold it against you.
01:12:02Oh, good.
01:12:04Well, cheers to you coming back here.
01:12:08And the Lewis Group.
01:12:11Oh!
01:12:13I'm so sorry, Laura.
01:12:15How clumsy of me.
01:12:16Uh, no, no worries, Uncle Ian.
01:12:18I...
01:12:20I'll just go to the restroom and get cleaned up.
01:12:23Of course.
01:12:24Right away.
01:12:25Just down to the left.
01:12:32Use it wisely.
01:12:34Oh, I will.
01:12:50Hey, Laura.
01:12:51How's it?
01:12:52Hello, Brian.
01:12:54Your little girlfriend is with me now.
01:12:56Chloe.
01:12:57How in the hell did you get Laura's phone?
01:13:00Let's just say that I have my ways.
01:13:03Listen, Chloe.
01:13:05Don't hurt her.
01:13:06Please.
01:13:08I'll do anything.
01:13:11Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs.
01:13:14Now.
01:13:16Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:13:22Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:13:28Oh, thank goodness you've cleared up.
01:13:29I am sorry.
01:13:30How clumsy.
01:13:31And don't forget your phone.
01:13:32I retrieved it for you.
01:13:35I'm going in.
01:13:36Lovely to see you again.
01:13:37Yeah.
01:13:38I guess I'll see you the day after tomorrow at the banquet.
01:13:41At the banquet.
01:13:44I'll see you then.
01:13:45Will do.
01:13:46Looking forward to it.
01:13:50Laura!
01:13:51Laura!
01:13:52Where are you?
01:13:53Laura!
01:13:55Laura!
01:13:56Where are you?
01:13:58Laura!
01:13:59Laura, where are you?
01:14:01Laura!
01:14:02Laura!
01:14:06Gotcha.
01:14:09You weren't expecting that, were you?
01:14:22Finally!
01:14:23Looks like your little boyfriend got turned around.
01:14:25What the?
01:14:26Laura, where are you?
01:14:27Laura?
01:14:28Laura!
01:14:29You shut your mouth.
01:14:31Chloe.
01:14:32What have you done?
01:14:33You out of your mind?
01:14:34Out of my mind!
01:14:36You were the one that left me for that tram and destroyed my life!
01:14:40That's not true.
01:14:41You were the one who messed up!
01:14:43Brian!
01:14:44Laura!
01:14:46Stay where you are.
01:14:48You better be not alone.
01:14:50You shot this knife, Chloe.
01:14:52This is insane!
01:14:54Insane?
01:14:55I did this for us, Brian!
01:14:57We were meant to be together.
01:15:01Us?
01:15:02You've gone crazy!
01:15:03And you're out of here!
01:15:04Chloe,
01:15:06Kid Happy is a very serious event.
01:15:09They're gonna lock you up for years!
01:15:11You think I care?
01:15:13About jail time?
01:15:14All I care about is tearing you two apart.
01:15:17You don't deserve him.
01:15:19What have you done?
01:15:21You've destroyed my life!
01:15:23My company, everything!
01:15:24Now I'm gonna destroy your life!
01:15:28Give me your family ring now!
01:15:31Give it to me!
01:15:32This is about the ring.
01:15:34Did my Uncle Ian put you up to this?
01:15:38You know, Chloe,
01:15:40trying to kill me,
01:15:42that's foolish.
01:15:44Because who do you think is gonna win?
01:15:46You?
01:15:48That little knife?
01:15:49Or...
01:15:51Me?
01:15:53Something a little bit more persuasive.
01:15:55Freeze!
01:15:56Don't move anyone!
01:15:58Don't move!
01:15:59You're about to be arrested for kidnapping.
01:16:01Miss Lewis,
01:16:02having fun without me?
01:16:04I'm hurt.
01:16:06Are you hurt?
01:16:07No, I'm okay.
01:16:08Tell me, Chloe.
01:16:09Who put you up to this, Chloe?
01:16:10Why should I tell you?
01:16:12You're gonna kill me anyway.
01:16:14Chloe, I don't have a problem with you.
01:16:16But if you don't have a problem with me,
01:16:18you're gonna kill me anyway.
01:16:20Chloe, I don't have a problem with you.
01:16:22But if you don't talk,
01:16:24your beloved Duke Industries might run into some.
01:16:27Well, I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:16:29So the choice is yours, Chloe.
01:16:31Talk!
01:16:33Talk!
01:16:35Talk!
01:16:37Talk!
01:16:39I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:16:41I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:16:43So the choice is yours, Chloe.
01:16:45Talk!
01:16:47Talk!
01:16:49Talk!
01:16:52Or face the consequences.
01:16:54Fine.
01:16:55It was Ian Lewis.
01:16:57He said he'd help Duke Industries
01:16:58if I kept you away from the bankruptcy today.
01:17:02Did you get all of that, Mr. Yates?
01:17:05I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:17:09Oh, every word, Miss Lewis.
01:17:11Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:17:21This is crazy.
01:17:25Are we really sure we can do this?
01:17:27All these big companies here, it's crazy.
01:17:29Absolutely.
01:17:31The Lewis Group is under new leadership.
01:17:33We can talk to the heiress herself.
01:17:35Exactly.
01:17:37We just need to make sure we make a good impression on the new heir.
01:17:39There's Ian Lewis now.
01:17:41You can introduce yourself.
01:17:42Let's go.
01:17:43Yeah.
01:17:45Hello, Ian Lewis.
01:17:47I'm Amber Smith.
01:17:48We spoke on the phone the other day.
01:17:50This is Ben Harrison from Harrison Group.
01:17:52How do you do?
01:17:53We're the company that...
01:17:54Yes, I know who you are.
01:17:56Miss Smith, you're the one who exposed Laura's little drama.
01:17:59Now, look, I'm not here for idle chatter.
01:18:06Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.
01:18:07Could I ask you all to be seated, please?
01:18:12The moment you've all been waiting for.
01:18:15Tonight marks a new chapter in the life of the Lewis Group.
01:18:19A night where the rightful heir takes their place.
01:18:21Would you please join me in welcoming the heir to the Lewis Group, Miss Laura Lewis.
01:18:28Look, everybody, attention.
01:18:30Attention, please.
01:18:32There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:18:38I just got noticed from a phone call a couple of minutes ago that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:18:45And tragically, she hasn't made it.
01:18:48She has not survived.
01:18:52What? Laura Lewis is dead?
01:18:55It doesn't matter now. She's gone.
01:18:58Mr. Lewis, is this new...
01:19:00A tragic turn of events, Mr. Yates.
01:19:02But rest assured, the Lewis Group will continue under my competent leadership.
01:19:08Hold on!
01:19:10Who said that I'm dead?
01:19:11Laura!
01:19:13Laura!
01:19:18I don't understand.
01:19:20What's happening?
01:19:22Laura?
01:19:23But...
01:19:24Weren't you-
01:19:25My apologies for the delay, everyone.
01:19:28There seems to be some...
01:19:30misunderstanding.
01:19:31Laura, what-
01:19:32What are you doing here?
01:19:33You-
01:19:34You gotta stop this.
01:19:35If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:19:36I'll save this once.
01:19:38Back off then.
01:19:40Thank you for coming, everyone.
01:19:46As I'm sure you know, tonight, I officially reclaim my title as the CEO of Lewis Group.
01:19:57Perhaps...
01:19:59You could make some room for me.
01:20:02Uncle Ian?
01:20:03Impossible.
01:20:04How are you still alive?
01:20:06Well, clearly I am alive, and well, so...
01:20:09Why don't we get this started?
01:20:10No.
01:20:11You're not the rightful heir.
01:20:14You gave that away when you married Ben Harrison.
01:20:18Uncle Ian, is that seriously your argument that you have, that I got married too quickly?
01:20:23Well, you went off to Maplewood three years ago, and married a stranger, and left me to work tirelessly, keeping the company together.
01:20:32Uncle Ian, retire. Enjoy your retirement.
01:20:36Lewis Group will be perfectly fine without you.
01:20:39No! There can only be one heir, and that's me.
01:20:43And the rightful heir has possession of this.
01:20:48You think a ring makes an heir?
01:20:50You're even more foolish than I could have ever imagined.
01:20:55Give that back to me.
01:20:56This.
01:20:57Yes.
01:20:58You think some shiny gold thing makes you the heir?
01:21:02Give it back.
01:21:04True leadership is about earning the respect of those around you.
01:21:10Not some stupid ring.
01:21:13Oh, my ring!
01:21:14What have you done? Where is it?
01:21:15My ring!
01:21:19Oh!
01:21:20Now, everyone, if I could have your attention.
01:21:23How dare you!
01:21:24Now, let me show you how a true heir earns a ring like that.
01:21:29Talk.
01:21:32Talk.
01:21:33What's your fault about?
01:21:34Fine.
01:21:35It was Ian Lewis.
01:21:37He...
01:21:38He said he'd help juking distress if I kept you away from the bankers today.
01:21:44Oh, quite the spectacle, Miss Lewis.
01:21:47Security, escort him out.
01:21:50And Ian, don't fall over.
01:21:52It's all lies.
01:21:53It's all lies.
01:21:54Fakery!
01:21:55The proof is clear!
01:21:56Get him out of here!
01:21:57Now!
01:22:02I owe all of you an apology for everything that's happened tonight.
01:22:06Turns out, reclaiming my birthright didn't go as smoothly as I had hoped.
01:22:13Luckily, these past few days, I've had Mr. Shepherd by my side.
01:22:20And he has been a great support.
01:22:23Lewis Group has a lot of exciting plans for Maplewood.
01:22:30I'm proud to announce that we have secured a reliable partner.
01:22:38Shepherd Group.
01:22:39What?
01:22:40Laura, hold on.
01:22:41This was never my idea.
01:22:43This was all Kathy and Amber's fault.
01:22:44I don't want a divorce.
01:22:46What?
01:22:47Then what are you saying?
01:22:48You came to me first.
01:22:50Classic Ben.
01:22:51Something goes wrong and you start pointing the fingers at all the women in your life.
01:22:56Just don't shut Harrison Group out.
01:22:58Just give me another chance.
01:23:00How could I shut you out?
01:23:02I'm just a cleaner.
01:23:03Remember?
01:23:04I'm just a useless housewife.
01:23:07I don't have that power.
01:23:10What are you talking about?
01:23:11No, come on.
01:23:12No, please, no!
01:23:15Um, Mr. Shepherd?
01:23:16Yes, Ms. Lewis.
01:23:19I was wondering if...
01:23:22Maybe you wanted to grab dinner.
01:23:24Sometime.
01:23:27On me.
01:23:29Ms. Lewis.
01:23:33I would love to.
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