A cold contract hides a warm truth—true love has no terms.
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00:00Okay.
00:27I-I'm sorry.
00:30You're choking me like you know something I've done.
00:36It glides to spend a little time looking into your eyes.
00:41Swear I've been aching.
00:42I-I'm sorry.
00:44It's gonna go.
00:46Taking your phone and-
00:49You got me as a sound.
00:51Oh my god.
00:52Well.
00:53I think you might be right.
00:55I'm thinking maybe I'm way past the point in no return.
00:59I'm running traffic lights to spend a little time looking into your eyes.
01:05Swear I've been aching.
01:06I've been aching.
01:07So-so what happened?
01:08You don't remember?
01:10I remember-
01:12Taking your phone-
01:14And-
01:16Oh my god.
01:18I should probably just speak now.
01:21It's fine.
01:22Relax.
01:23You're mine.
01:24Am I in too deep?
01:29So, um...
01:31How did I get here?
01:33Well, I had to bring you somewhere safe.
01:35Otherwise, you probably would've went on a rampage and ruined the entire engagement bar.
01:39Oh my god.
01:40My boss is gonna kill me.
01:42Look, I-I'm so sorry for-for taking your phone and the mess.
01:46And if I cause any trouble, I promise I'll clear it all up.
01:49But right now, I-I really have to go.
01:52Ashley, it's probably not gonna be that easy to fix.
01:56Well...
01:58I think you might cry.
02:00Fiancee?
02:01In a rare public appearance, Ethan, the youngest son of the Winston family, was spotted at an engagement party hosted by a family business partner.
02:11It was reported that he made a public statement declaring his engagement and left with his fiancee.
02:17So when did my grandson get engaged?
02:19His fiancee is the wedding planner of this event.
02:23You're done, Maya.
02:46What the hell were you thinking? The wedding planner showing up at the engagement party and stealing a spotlight?
02:52Do you have any idea what this means for a reputation?
02:54I'm so sorry.
02:55The honors for the next six months are cancelled.
02:59And now Tracy wants to sue.
03:01Do you have any idea how much that could cost us?
03:05But there is something you can do.
03:08Tracy said if you can find something extremely unique and make this the wedding of the century, she'll drop the case.
03:16Okay.
03:17The condition is the artist Moiré.
03:22You have to get him to collaborate on the design.
03:25But no one's been able to find Moiré for the past three years. How am I supposed to...
03:28Or...
03:29Or...
03:30You can pack up and leave the company.
03:33Are you okay, Grandma?
03:34Well, I might be okay if you bring the girl back.
03:47Listen, Ethan.
03:48You're my favorite and the only heir to the Winston family.
03:52I want to walk you down the aisle, not being old and sitting in a wheelchair.
03:58If you don't act soon, I'll just arrange for you to marry someone else.
04:02And I won't care if you like it or not.
04:04What?
04:14We need to stay engaged.
04:17What?
04:20Here's the deal.
04:21I need you, Maya, need to be my fiancé.
04:25Just pretend.
04:26No.
04:27I'm tired of the lies and deceit.
04:29The media's talking about you, right?
04:31You need to take responsibility for this.
04:33That doesn't mean I need to keep faking it.
04:36No, I need to get back to work.
04:37Please just leave my apartment.
04:45This could be the one lie that ends all lies.
04:48Out!
04:49Alright.
04:50Alright.
04:51Anything you want, just ask.
04:52I'll make it happen.
04:54Well, you know that artist that hasn't been seen in the public in three years?
04:58I need him to co-plan this wedding with me.
05:00So unless there's a magical way you can make him appear, then please just leave.
05:06What if I just happened to know this, Mr. Noir?
05:11Graduated from ENSBA in Paris, majored in art history and oil painting.
05:16A young American, right?
05:18I can bring Mr. Noir to you.
05:20But in exchange, you have to marry me.
05:24What?
05:27Do you really know him?
05:28Or is this just another lie?
05:30He's somewhat of a mystery figure in the art world.
05:33Oh yeah.
05:34I met him when I was studying abroad in Europe.
05:36Given who I am, getting in touch with him was never an issue.
05:39Look, I need to think about this.
05:42With that expression, I'll take it, we have a deal.
05:44You have thirty minutes.
05:45Okay.
05:46I'm in.
05:47But if we're going to do this, we have to set some rules.
05:51Turn around.
06:08Turn around.
06:10Turn around.
06:19Did it really take you that long to decide?
06:22What? We still have time.
06:24Oh, I mean, I guess people usually wait for me.
06:27Okay, like I said, if we're going to do this, we have to have some rules between us.
06:33Rule number one, we don't get involved in each other's lives.
06:39Sure.
06:40Rule number two, no developing feelings for each other.
06:44And we can't, you know, we can't have no sex.
06:54Wow.
06:55Yeah, no problem.
06:58But we will need to act like you're my fiance.
07:01So be staying at my place from now on.
07:03Moreover, I'll need to touch you.
07:06It's a necessary part of making this whole thing look real.
07:10Like this.
07:19Like this.
07:21We need people to think that we're a couple.
07:28See that car across the street?
07:32Everyone in town is watching our every move.
07:39But we have to sleep in different beds.
07:41It's my honor to announce that I, Ethan Winston, am now engaged to Miss Maya Hart.
08:03Our wedding will take place in the near future.
08:09Wait here.
08:10I'll go get the car.
08:12Well, well, well.
08:14What do we have here?
08:16My old friend.
08:17Do you like the photos I took of you, Maya?
08:19Or should I call you future Mrs. Winston?
08:24You know what?
08:25I don't know what you're playing.
08:27But I'm sure.
08:28When the truth's gonna come out, you're gonna be down.
08:31It's none of your business.
08:32I'm a professional, so your wedding will go smoothly, but then just get out of my sight.
08:36Look at you.
08:37Acting all tough.
08:38Just being engaged just for a few days.
08:41Who knows how long you've been involved with it.
08:43You?
08:44You have no say here.
08:45Who was the one playing hide and seek in my house while I was on a work trip?
08:49I don't get it.
08:51Why Ethan would choose you?
08:53What tricks did you play on him, huh?
08:55Oh, I see.
08:56You work hard for the money or-
08:58How dare you!
09:02Stay away from my fiancée.
09:04Oh, well, well.
09:06I did not expect Ethan drag you along here.
09:09Let me guess.
09:10You must want to meet your idol.
09:12Right, sweetheart?
09:13That's none of your business.
09:15Ah.
09:16Just so you know, Ethan's real love is his ex, Skylar, the dancer.
09:25She's the only one who owns his heart.
09:28And you, you're just a little placeholder.
09:31You would lose, you know, your job.
09:33You would lose your precious boyfriends.
09:37Hansel would be nothing.
09:39Mind your business, Miss Mistress.
09:42Shouldn't you be worrying about Parker?
09:45Who is he playing hide and seek with right now?
09:51I wouldn't do that if I were you.
09:54Oh, Maya.
09:55Another guy to save your sorry ass, right?
10:05Hey!
10:06No more warnings!
10:07I told you that!
10:08Are you all right?
10:09She's all right now.
10:10Chris?
10:11It's been a while, Maya.
10:12It's been a while.
10:13I should probably stop waiting for my friend as well.
10:15She's all right now.
10:20Chris?
10:21It's been a while, Maya.
10:24It's been a while.
10:26She's probably set away for my friend as well.
10:35Do you know who I am?
10:38Chris, why didn't you tell me you were back?
10:40Who's this?
10:41Oh, this is my childhood neighbor, Chris.
10:45We've known each other forever.
10:47He just got back from studying abroad.
10:49Just a neighbor, huh?
10:51You used to chase me around like a little sucker, didn't you?
10:54You used to say when you grew up, you'd marry me, remember?
10:59Maya, your neighbor has a really great sense of humor, doesn't he?
11:03Hey, neighbor, that's a really silly story from your childhood, but I'm her fiancé now, so, you know.
11:09Good evening, ladies and gentlemen, and now please welcome our sponsor, Mr. Winston, who will unveil the highlight of our exhibition.
11:17You should get a closer look for this.
11:18Okay.
11:20Woo!
11:20It's my honor to unveil this for all of you tonight.
11:29This painting is done by an artist who has been in seclusion for the last three years.
11:34Well, this is his declaration of return.
11:37I present to you all...
11:40Rebirth.
11:43This artist is none other than Noiré.
11:54He's also mentioned that he will be collaborating with another designer who he admires very much.
11:59This will also be given to a beautiful woman here tonight.
12:04And she is.
12:05Is that Skylar?
12:14Skylar the dancer?
12:15She's Ethan's ex.
12:17No wonder he threw this whole exhibition.
12:19Wow, look at her dress.
12:20That painting was definitely made for her.
12:23How romantic.
12:25Oh, it's been ages.
12:28Oh, you can't even fix your tie without me.
12:30What are you doing here?
12:37Isn't it normal for dancers to get inspired by art exhibitions?
12:40Do you remember that time that we...
12:42That's enough.
12:44That's enough.
12:45That's enough.
12:54We are over, okay?
12:59Stay with me.
13:00Don't lie to yourself, Ethan.
13:01I know you.
13:03I am engaged, and you know that.
13:05She's just a plain girl.
13:07You'll need me, Ethan.
13:09We were meant to be together.
13:10We always were.
13:17I'm not sure what's going on here.
13:19That doesn't seem right.
13:21It's fine, Chris.
13:23He's just living his life.
13:26This is part of our marital dream.
13:28Maya, no matter what happens, you can always talk to me.
13:33Maya, look, this isn't what you think.
13:35I was just...
13:35I get it.
13:36We were busy.
13:43Shall I take you home, Maya?
13:46No.
13:47Neighbor.
13:47There's no need.
13:48Okay, she's my fiancée.
13:49I'll take care of her.
13:50Thanks.
13:51And what about your dancer ex-girlfriend, fiancée?
13:55Maya deserves someone better than a half-hearted playboy.
13:58Look, Maya isn't an errand girl for a playboy like you.
14:02Treat her right.
14:03She has a better place to be.
14:06My number hasn't changed, Maya.
14:08Call me anytime you need.
14:09Hello, darling.
14:14I know what happened with it yet, but I know for sure that's what share it coming in to us today.
14:21Hey, Big Time Planner.
14:34Noire asked me to give this to you.
14:43This means a lot.
14:46About tonight, it...
14:47Look, it shouldn't be like this.
14:51Now, I've held up my end of the bargain, and I really think...
14:55What?
14:57I think you should do your part, too.
14:59In public, I mean.
15:02You shouldn't be getting that close to other men.
15:05Chris.
15:06The neighbor boy, huh?
15:07Wait a minute.
15:08This is just an act, remember?
15:10We said we wouldn't interfere with each other.
15:13All I'm saying is, in the eyes of the public,
15:15this could look bad for us.
15:17Bad for us.
15:19Oh, come on.
15:20Even I can feel the chemistry between you and your ex-girlfriend from 50 yards away.
15:24No, okay, it's not what you...
15:25No, I know.
15:26It's not what I think.
15:26I'm not Skyler.
15:28She's beautiful and infamous, and you have history.
15:32He's everything I'm not.
15:33Of course you choose her.
15:34Oh, wait, why should I be surprised?
15:36It felt like it's the first time this has happened to me.
15:38Look, I'm not the playboy that Chris says I am, okay?
15:40And I'm certainly not doing what your ex-boyfriend Parker's doing.
15:43I chose you.
15:44I feel it, and it's getting stronger every day,
15:46so don't make assumptions about it.
15:48Oh, really?
15:48So what, am I just making it up then?
15:50Well, maybe we should stop the show and let the truth come out.
15:53No one touches my fiancée.
16:05No one touches my fiancée.
16:23Did I go too far?
16:35Breaking news.
16:36Young CEO holds art exhibit for ex-girlfriend.
16:39The famous dancer Skyler and spends big on her paintings.
16:44Rumors of reconciliation.
16:46Fiancée may be left in the dust.
16:53Can we talk, please?
16:56If you want to call at the wedding, you can do it any time.
17:03So your engagement's not real.
17:05It's just a deal?
17:07Technically, yes.
17:10Hey, no matter how you look at it, he's complicated.
17:14As an heir to a big family, your feelings will never be his top priority.
17:18You can't rely on these types of love and relationships.
17:20Too many things get in the way in their life.
17:23I know, but Chris...
17:23Also, his past and maybe even present with Skyler?
17:27The right man would never leave you in tears.
17:29You know that.
17:31You deserve better.
17:33Thank you, Chris.
17:35I get it, but he's already done so much for me.
17:39A deal's a deal and I agreed to it.
17:40I have to do my part.
17:42Even if it's just a fake engagement.
17:44Besides, all we really have to do is pretend to be a couple in public.
17:53Ethan, we need to talk.
18:14Skyler?
18:15What are you doing here?
18:17You never change the locks.
18:20Don't you want to know why I'm back?
18:21Not really.
18:30What happened?
18:32That accident, I got hurt.
18:37I can't dance again.
18:39My career is over, Ethan.
18:40I know I messed up in the past, but I never, ever stopped loving you.
18:52The past is in the past.
18:54Let's move forward.
18:57Denise.
19:00I'm sorry.
19:01I shouldn't be here.
19:02I'm sorry for interrupting something important.
19:05No, mine, wait.
19:07Let her go.
19:08What the hell do you think you're doing?
19:11Ethan, this isn't like you.
19:13I know this engagement is fake.
19:15Whether it's real or fake is none of your concern.
19:19Maya!
19:20Maya!
19:28Hi, Tracy.
19:29It's me.
19:31I'm in.
19:32Let's do this.
19:35Breaking news.
19:40Heir of the Winston family, Ethan, has reconciled with his ex-girlfriend, Skylar.
19:45Former chief dancer of a dance troupe.
19:47Seemed to hint at her indifference towards the engagement, Todd.
19:51She rarely mentions Ethan.
19:53I'm in.
19:55Yeah.
19:56I'm in.
19:56I'm in.
19:57I'm in.
19:58I'm in.
19:58I'm in.
19:59I'm in.
19:59I'm in.
19:59I'm in.
20:00I'm in.
20:00I'm in.
20:01I'm in.
20:01I'm in.
20:01I'm in.
20:02I'm in.
20:02I'm in.
20:03Brim?
20:03So I want you to bring Maya tomorrow.
20:06I have a few things I want to discuss with you.
20:15No way!
20:16Really?!
20:16That is exactly what happened when I went to Europe.
20:21to let you hear it. Oh, Ethan, you're here. Look who's back.
20:31Skylar, what are you doing here? It's grandmother's birthday. You know, she's always been a grandmother
20:36to me. I heard about her health scare and I wanted to come by and check on her. That's
20:41okay, right? Happy birthday, grandma. Thank you, darling. Having someone who loves you
20:48and gets you, looking after you for the rest of your life is the best birthday present
20:55I could have. You know I'm the one that's meant for you.
21:10I knew you'd come. Don't get the wrong idea. I didn't come for you.
21:14I knew you'd come. Don't get the wrong idea. I didn't come for you. At least I kept my
21:22word.
21:28Happy birthday, Ada. Thank you, darling. You look stunning. You're always so glamorous,
21:36Ada, and you shine the most. Oh. Thank you.
21:46Everyone, if I may, a toast. It's Ada's birthday and not only is she the pillar of the Winston
21:53family, but she is a loving grandmother and the most remarkable woman. She always puts her
22:00family first and is a great support to us all. There's also a couple with us today. And Ethan's
22:09happiness is always what Ada wanted. And this is truly a double blessing. Cheers.
22:16We need to talk.
22:28There's nothing to talk about.
22:32Oh my gosh. I am so sorry.
22:36Let me help you with that.
22:38No, it's fine. You know, I'll do it myself.
22:41What do you want, Skylar?
23:02She doesn't get it.
23:05Our relationship ended three years ago.
23:08Can I remind you that you're the one who broke it off?
23:11Oh, come on. Is this about Maya?
23:13Your fake fiance?
23:15Are you really falling?
23:16Yes. Okay. Yes. And for the hundredth time,
23:19we are over.
23:21Okay, Maya is the only one I want.
23:27Maya.
23:28Maya.
23:30Maya, how much did you have to drink?
23:53You didn't realize what you just did?
23:55I kissed my fiancé.
24:00What's wrong with that?
24:05Well, does kissing your fiancé always require getting used to drunk?
24:08Yeah.
24:10I hate him.
24:12He plays with my heart.
24:15I don't think it's hate.
24:21I really don't.
24:22I don't.
24:25The way your body moves when you dance.
24:32I don't know.
25:02We'll talk tomorrow, okay?
25:08Lie down for a bit.
25:10I'm going to go shake a bite to Grandma and we'll head home.
25:23Grandma, I'm sorry I didn't get to spend more time with you tonight, but I have to take Maya home now.
25:28This does not look like the Ethan I know.
25:35There's some people causing trouble, but don't worry, I'll handle it.
25:38I don't know what's going on between you and Maya, but remember, you don't hurt people you love.
25:45I know, Grandma.
25:46I believe you'll make the right choice.
25:53All right, Maya, let's go home.
26:00Maya?
26:02Maya!
26:03Oh, it's been ages.
26:12Oh, you can't even fix your tie without me.
26:14Nice body, even with the coat hiding there.
26:39This is what happens when you get too close to me and you're with me.
26:55Are you okay?
26:56I don't know.
26:58Watch out!
26:59Please, please.
27:01Maya!
27:02Maya!
27:03Maya!
27:05Maya!
27:06Maya!
27:06Help! Help! Help! Somebody help!
27:09Easy.
27:24How are you feeling?
27:27Is it painful?
27:29The doctor says I'll be fine.
27:32Have you had any issues with anyone recently?
27:34I mean, any idea who might have done this?
27:37The only issue I've had is with your jealous ex-girlfriend and my cheating, lying client.
27:44Well, once you get better, I don't want you going out alone.
27:48Okay, even if it's just to meet up with Chris.
27:51Didn't we say we wouldn't get involved in each other's lives?
27:55This feels a lot like restriction to me.
27:57Yeah, I know.
27:58Okay, but special times require special measures.
28:03I just want you to be with me and be safe.
28:05That's all.
28:06Oh, really?
28:07Because if I remember correctly, the entire reason I'm lying here is because I got too close to you.
28:12I got it.
28:33Maya, Maya.
28:35The girl who survives it all.
28:38You want to get everything you want.
28:40Maya, Maya.
28:48It's always Maya.
28:49Smarter, more successful.
28:52Island Parker, but somehow she gets Ethan.
28:55Skyler's supposed to break them up, but, well.
28:59I'm at a wrong move here.
29:07Skyler.
29:07It's all taken care of.
29:11Our partnership is still all.
29:13Mr. Noiray, this is Maya.
29:30Thank you so much for helping out.
29:32It's an honor to collaborate with you.
29:34I've been a loyal fan of yours for years.
29:36I would love to have your insight on a couple of things, but that's okay.
29:42To you, what is love?
29:44What does it mean to you?
29:48Hi, Maya.
29:49Tell me.
29:50What is love to you?
29:52To be honest, I'm a little confused about it right now.
29:56If two people are together as an act at the beginning, would it turn into real feelings a long way?
30:04And so, how do I know what my true feelings are?
30:07We're in the house later.
30:09So, have you thought it through?
30:32I'm the right one for you, Ethan.
30:34You know that.
30:35Explain yourself.
30:40I don't know what you're talking about.
30:43I'm gonna let it slide this time, but stay away from Maya.
30:46Okay.
30:50Fuck.
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31:13Fuck.
31:13Hey, you're up.
31:14Are you feeling better?
31:16Yeah.
31:17You were in a hurry, where'd you go?
31:20I had to go to the office.
31:24Something urgent came up and it needed to be handled.
31:27You're a liar.
31:29I see.
31:30With everything that happened, you must be so busy.
31:35No, it's fine.
31:36It has been helping, so.
31:38Are you sure you're all right?
31:44I'm fine.
31:45I'm just tired of living in lies.
31:48What if I just happened to know this, Mr. Noor?
31:52I'm just a big fan.
31:53I really admire his work.
31:58This means a lot.
32:00A lot.
32:01Look, Maya, there's some things that I need to tell you.
32:05Hello?
32:06This guy lives in trouble.
32:19It's...