- 7/5/2025
Return Of The Secret Heiress
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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.
00:00:20Sir, 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 lunchtime.
00:00:45Hey, this is a private meeting.
00:00:47Excuse 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?
00:01:09Wait, what 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?
00:01:22The 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.
00:01:30We met before.
00:01:31They're still cleaning to do Mr. Shepard.
00:01:33Hold on.
00:01:34Tell me.
00:01:35How could I ever repay you for this?
00:01:36If the opportunity ever arises, you could give your next contract for construction to Harrison Group.
00:01:51Jason?
00:01:52Can we have five now?
00:01:53Mr. Yates?
00:01:54What?
00:01:55Only two bodyguards this time?
00:01:56You're not going soft on me, are you?
00:01:57No, ma'am.
00:01:58I just thought you might like a scream today.
00:01:59Now listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Lewis Grimmel.
00:02:12Mr. Yates, you know what I'm saying.
00:02:14You're not going soft on me, are you?
00:02:16No, ma'am.
00:02:17I just thought you might like a scream today.
00:02:20Now listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Lewis Grimmel.
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.
00:02:38Anything we need to discuss, we can do it some other time.
00:02:41Ma'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 Tabitha go.
00:02:54Ma'am, do me a favor and let Tabitha walk you up to the house, for my sake.
00:03:06Divorce papers, sign it.
00:03:08Sign 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.
00:03:26The Sheppard Group.
00:03:28And you, you're just a cleaner.
00:03:31The 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.
00:03:40Oh, you.
00:03:41A cleaning woman.
00:03:42Handing out million dollar deals.
00:03:43Don't make me laugh.
00:03:45I did.
00:03:46It was my present to Ben for his birthday.
00:03:47I was the one who got Brian Harrison to give Ben that deal.
00:03:49What are you doing here?
00:03:50Clearly, Ben has found himself a woman more suitable for the Harrison family.
00:03:51Amber's family is practically local royalty.
00:03:52Local royalty.
00:03:53A small town rich person is royalty.
00:03:54And what qualifications do you have to judge, Ms. Cleaner?
00:03:55Your resume boasts supermarket cashier and dinner waitress alongside janitor, doesn't it?
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00:04:23Supermarket cashier and dinner waitress alongside janitor.
00:04:24Doesn't it?
00:04:25Ben?
00:04:26What's going on?
00:04:27Is this why you want a divorce?
00:04:29Because of her.
00:04:30Oh, please.
00:04:31I've spent years building Harrison Group.
00:04:32You're still a cleaner.
00:04:33He just grew apart.
00:04:34That's all.
00:04:35Grown apart.
00:04:37No.
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00:04:40I won't sign any agreement, Ben.
00:04:43I won't sign.
00:04:46Money is a motivator, isn't it?
00:04:51Ben?
00:04:52Alright. Here. A hundred thousand dollars. Open up a small shop or something like that.
00:04:58A hundred thousand dollars?
00:05:00I was the one that helped you make Harrison Group what it is today.
00:05:06Do you have any idea how much money I've brought in for you?
00:05:09Don't be ridiculous.
00:05:11You've never done anything for Ben's success.
00:05:14This is our active charity tool.
00:05:16Here. A million dollars. Take this.
00:05:19You just want more money, don't you?
00:05:21Just leave and never see Ben again.
00:05:24I never expected my three years of devotion to end like this.
00:05:30Since none of you respect me.
00:05:34A cleaning lady threatening us.
00:05:37I'm so scared.
00:05:39Just leave. You already make this house stink.
00:05:50Thank God she's gone.
00:05:51Go to written store.
00:05:53Sir, Laura Lewis's information.
00:06:02She's Ben Harrison's wife. No wonder why she wanted us to part with them.
00:06:07Actually sir, Ben Harrison just divorced her.
00:06:10Divorce her?
00:06:12Wait a minute.
00:06:14Don't you remember?
00:06:15Don't you remember?
00:06:16She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:20Yeah.
00:06:21She saved our hiding now.
00:06:23Remember?
00:06:24Why would Ben Harrison dump someone when we just got him a hundred million dollar contract?
00:06:29I don't know.
00:06:33Let's get to the final news.
00:06:35Hey!
00:06:36What are you doing?
00:06:38Let go of me!
00:06:39You attacked Amber.
00:06:40Apologize this instant.
00:06:46Stealing from the Harrisons.
00:06:47We gave you a generous divorce settlement.
00:06:49You refused it.
00:06:50And now you're stealing.
00:06:51She couldn't afford it.
00:06:53You're a thief.
00:06:54That's mine.
00:06:55Give it back.
00:06:56That's enough.
00:06:57Laura.
00:06:58I 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.
00:07:18You see?
00:07:19Who are you, Laura'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.
00:07:33I'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.
00:07:48That's ridiculous.
00:07:50He doesn't look like that.
00:07:51What?
00:07:52My ring?
00:07:53Jason, give it back to Ms. Davis.
00:07:54Oh, hey, what are you doing?
00:07:56Laura, 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 alright, ma'am.
00:08:07This is none of your business.
00:08:09All rabbed dead bodies.
00:08:10You'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.
00:08:17Harrison, compared to the Shepard Group, you're nobody.
00:08:20I'll go back.
00:08:21What?
00:08:22Are you saying that is Brian Shepard?
00:08:24That's a lie!
00:08:25Don'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!
00:08:35Laura, does Ben even know you were the one who secured the 100 million deal?
00:08:40Let's just say that Ben underestimated me.
00:08:44I don't feel good about going through the signing event.
00:08:47After how they treated you, maybe we should cancel it?
00:08:51No!
00:08:52Um...
00:08:53No, the event will proceed.
00:08:56Besides, I'll be there.
00:09:01There's a lot that I don't know about you, Laura.
00:09:05Who are you, truly?
00:09:07You'll find out.
00:09:08Mr. Shepard.
00:09:11Um, can you pull up over here, please?
00:09:17Mr. Yates.
00:09:18I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners,
00:09:23and we're gonna 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,
00:09:36I'm gonna reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:09:40Oh, excellent, Miss Lewis.
00:09:41I'll start making arrangements tomorrow.
00:09:43Ben Harrison.
00:09:45You're gonna know exactly what it feels like to lose everything.
00:09:51After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City royalty.
00:10:02Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:10:04Laura, what are you doing here?
00:10:06Security?
00:10:07Get that woman out of here.
00:10:08We don't need cleaners at this event.
00:10:09Why wouldn't I be here?
00:10:10This is a business event, after all.
00:10:11Business?
00:10:12You wouldn't know business if I hit you on the head.
00:10:13A fancy dress doesn't make you high society, honey.
00:10:14Just get out.
00:10:15Don't tell me you've come looking for another rich man to play mistress for.
00:10:16You should've taken my $100,000 offer.
00:10:17Oh, Ben.
00:10:18Do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:10:19Oh, Laura, this is really important for me.
00:10:20Do not ruin this, okay?
00:10:21You don't belong here.
00:10:22Just get out!
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00:10:49That's what you get.
00:10:54This contract is mine.
00:10:57To give or take away as I see fit.
00:11:00Don't be ridiculous.
00:11:01This is insane!
00:11:03Who do you think you are?
00:11:04Yeah, put that down.
00:11:05You have no idea what you're doing.
00:11:07Security?
00:11:08She's lost a mind!
00:11:09This is a disaster!
00:11:11Ben, this contract was supposed to be my birthday present to you, but since you clearly
00:11:17You clearly don't deserve it.
00:11:20You really think ripping up that contract is gonna help?
00:11:48You're so silly, Lauren.
00:11:50Oh, please, honey. You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:53Security, get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:11:57I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds.
00:12:00And after careful consideration, I 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?
00:12:13You have no authority here.
00:12:15Of course she has the authority.
00:12:17That's the man that Laura went with the other day. What is he doing here?
00:12:27Mr. Shepard? How does he know her?
00:12:29Is that really Brian Shepard?
00:12:31Laura, are you alright?
00:12:35Mr. Shepard, I can assure you I don't even know this woman. There must be some sort of misunderstanding.
00:12:40There's no misunderstanding here, Mr. Harrison. This contract with Shepard group is officially terminated. Effective immediately.
00:12:50Wait a minute. This contract, I thought you said you got it.
00:12:53It's her. She ruined the contract. You are his mistress, aren't you?
00:12:58An affair? She 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! That 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. You deserve to be around-
00:13:16Shut up!
00:13:17Mr. Shepard, I apologize for this whole mess, but I can assure you this woman has tricked you.
00:13:26Tricked? Why don't you answer a question yourself then?
00:13:32What was my name before we got married?
00:13:35Laura Lewis, right?
00:13:37Lewis 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!
00:13:54A high society heiress wouldn't waste their time in Maplewood!
00:13:58Yeah, yeah, it's a lie. It's a lie. This 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. She only married me out of gratitude.
00:14:09I was just a waitress.
00:14:12How convenient for your story, Ben.
00:14:15First time I met her, she was in need of waiters at the diner.
00:14:18Okay, listen up, everybody.
00:14:19When- when I met her, I'd only just started my business.
00:14:22Mm-hmm. Now look at me. I'm signing multi-million dollar contracts.
00:14:26And look at her. Still just a clear.
00:14:29Mr. Shepard, that woman is my son's ex-wife. She's doing all this out of spite.
00:14:35She's lying, Mr. Shepard. She's just a cleaning lady for your business, isn't she?
00:14:42Let's make something clear. I was the one behind Harrison Group's success.
00:14:50I used my resources to help my ex-husband, but all he saw me as was the maid.
00:14:56Don't lie. You were never good enough for Ben when you married him. Oops.
00:15:01That roof was built with lies.
00:15:04Kathy, you never respected me.
00:15:06And Ben? Dumping me the second you thought you were successful on your own.
00:15:11And the cheating. I think you're blaming the wrong person.
00:15:16You were not good enough for Ben then, and you're certainly not good enough for him now.
00:15:21If you'd prefer to believe a liar's story, then the truth, Kathy.
00:15:28Consider this my resignation from the Harrisons. From everything.
00:15:37Wait, 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?
00:15:42I don't think so. You're a cleaner.
00:15:45You're a cleaner that cleans toilets. Nobody cares about you.
00:15:49Cleaning toilets or not, at least I have my self-respect.
00:15:54I don't need a fancy title or a rich husband to feel important.
00:16:03I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding.
00:16:05I think all jobs are important. Right, Mom?
00:16:07Ben, what are you doing?
00:16:09But I don't think that a janitor should have some sort of influence over a deal as big as this.
00:16:14A janitor.
00:16:15Well, why don't we ask Ms. Smith exactly how she landed that collaboration with Shepard?
00:16:24You did claim to have been the one that secured the deal, weren't you, Ms. Smith?
00:16:30Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie. This woman, Laura, she's just a gold digger trying to trick you.
00:16:36I... but, well...
00:16:38A lie, you say? Ms. Smith, I believe you mentioned securing this contract for Harrison Group.
00:16:44But I don't recognize you.
00:16:46Is this true, Ms. Smith?
00:16:48Ms. Lewis has helped me on several occasions.
00:16:53This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:16:57But the contract... I mean, Laura tore it up.
00:17:01So can't we just print another one and get this signing ceremony underway?
00:17:06Reprint it, Mr. Harrison.
00:17:08Perhaps you haven't been paying attention without Ms. Lewis involvement.
00:17:12I wouldn't even consider partnering with your company.
00:17:16Today, I want to make it clear.
00:17:21Shepard Group has no plans to partner with Harrison Group in the future.
00:17:30Ms. Smith, you lied to us.
00:17:32You destroyed everything.
00:17:34What?
00:17:35No, it's a misunderstanding.
00:17:37I can explain.
00:17:38Lewis?
00:17:39Lewis family group?
00:17:41This can't be.
00:17:42Believe what you want, Ben.
00:17:45Lewis group will be holding a massive investment meeting later this week.
00:17:50Three of our vice presidents will be here in Maplewood.
00:17:54And I'm sure you can ask them if you still have any doubts about who I am.
00:18:01Everyone, listen to me.
00:18:04Shepard Group will not be partnering with Harrison Group.
00:18:08A man who can keep his vows to his wife cannot be trusted to keep his word on the contract.
00:18:14The charade is over, Mr. Harrison.
00:18:17Everyone here deserves to see the truth.
00:18:22Ms. Lewis, shall we take this conversation elsewhere?
00:18:32Help!
00:18:33Mom!
00:18:34Someone get a doctor!
00:18:35Mom!
00:18:36It seems your night has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:42Indeed.
00:18:43Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:45What?
00:18:46What now?
00:18:47Mom!
00:18:48This is not all on me!
00:18:49Not on you!
00:18:50I was trying to help!
00:18:52She cheated on you with Shepard!
00:18:53Flaunted their affair!
00:18:54Exactly!
00:18:55And those dresses?
00:18:56Who could afford those on a janitor's salary?
00:18:58Ms. Smith, how could you do this?
00:18:59We trusted you completely!
00:19:00What?
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00:19:08I got Ben the deal!
00:19:09I 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 expose them!
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00:19:41Just with Laura and all her lies, go national.
00:19:45We can make ourselves a household name.
00:19:48Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very important phone call to make.
00:19:57Thank you so much for tonight, Mr. Shepard.
00:20:00Thank you as well for standing up and ...
00:20:03It's alright, Laura.
00:20:04You deserve the credit for all your hard work.
00:20:06Can I ask you something?
00:20:07Do you have any place to stay tonight?
00:20:08Maybe a hotel?
00:20:09Maybe a hotel?
00:20:10Don't... don't worry about me, Mr. Shepherd. I'll be fine.
00:20:14Um, excuse me, you can just drop me off and just...
00:20:17Actually, Laura, actually, Laura, there is something else.
00:20:21Would you consider to go out for dinner sometime?
00:20:24Just casually, of course.
00:20:26Mr. Shepherd, are you asking me out?
00:20:30Please, call me Brian.
00:20:33And yes, technically, you're single now.
00:20:38Yes, that may be true, but going out with a newly divorced ex-cleaner isn't exactly proper.
00:20:48Proper?
00:20:50Laura, I don't give a damn about appearances.
00:20:54Tonight, I saw your intelligence and your strength.
00:20:58Those are qualities I truly admire.
00:21:02So what do you say?
00:21:03Dinner?
00:21:06Just two people getting to know each other.
00:21:12I'm sorry, Mr. Shepherd, I actually have another appointment tonight, so I can't...
00:21:17Wait, Laura...
00:21:18Just here is fine.
00:21:22Laura?
00:21:27Laura, who is it?
00:21:29Laura, wait!
00:21:30Jason, find out who owns that car, and do it fast.
00:21:43Ian Lewis, who is this?
00:21:45It's Amber Smith.
00:21:46Mr. Lewis?
00:21:47I'm sorry for the late call, but I believe I have some urgent information about your family.
00:21:54I don't know who you are, Ms. Smith.
00:21:57How did you get this number?
00:21:59Don't worry about that right now.
00:22:01I believe I know someone impersonating Laura Lewis.
00:22:04Someone I know very well.
00:22:06Impersonating my niece.
00:22:09And where is this fake Laura?
00:22:13Right here in Maplewood.
00:22:15And let me tell you, she's causing quite a scene.
00:22:18Well, what is she doing exactly?
00:22:22And more to the point, what do you want from me?
00:22:26In the next few days, the Lewis Group will hold an investment meeting, right?
00:22:30I want to meet with the Vice Presidents.
00:22:33All will be revealed then.
00:22:35Very well.
00:22:36I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting.
00:22:39But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:22:43It won't be.
00:22:44Trust me, Mr. Lewis.
00:22:45Thank you, Mr.
00:22:47That little rascal, Laura.
00:22:55I wonder what she's up to now.
00:22:59That car belongs to Mr. Yeats.
00:23:04The Lewis family butler.
00:23:06Oh.
00:23:08The Lewis family?
00:23:10That's interesting.
00:23:12Could she be connected to them somehow?
00:23:15I'm not sure.
00:23:18Brian!
00:23:20There you are.
00:23:21I've missed you.
00:23:23Chloe.
00:23:24What are you up to?
00:23:26Chloe.
00:23:27What are you doing here?
00:23:28What do you mean?
00:23:30Can't I visit the man I love?
00:23:32We ended things for a reason.
00:23:34It was just one teensy mistake.
00:23:36I was...
00:23:37I was a little bit tipsy.
00:23:38Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:23:41It's a mistake, you say?
00:23:42You cheated on me.
00:23:48Is this your new fling?
00:23:50Ex-divorcy.
00:23:51Used a clean floor.
00:23:53It's quite the catch, you say.
00:23:55Look, my relationship with her is none of your business.
00:24:00And don't you dare talk about her like that.
00:24:03Please.
00:24:05An ex-cleaner turned social climber latching onto a wealthy businessman.
00:24:09It's a classic story.
00:24:10That's enough.
00:24:11I'll get the hell out of my office.
00:24:13You want to be careful, Brian.
00:24:15Duke Industries still holds a lot of weight in Maplewood.
00:24:19If you want Shepard 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.
00:24:36This is it.
00:24:37The Lewis Group Vice Presidents are on the top floor.
00:24:40Once I'm done speaking with them,
00:24:42I'll have Ben's company rolling in business investments.
00:24:45I'll go speak with them first and then I'll introduce you.
00:24:48Well, well, well, look who it is.
00:24:51What a surprise.
00:24:53Did Brian teach you already?
00:24:55That's none of your business.
00:24:58Now, move aside, please.
00:25:00Laura, just what do you think you're doing, you street rat?
00:25:03You really think you can just ruin my events again?
00:25:05Haven't you ruined my life enough?
00:25:06Don't you have any shame?
00:25:08If you'll excuse me, I have an important meeting to get to.
00:25:12Oh, the nurse.
00:25:13After everything you've done, you think you can just waltz in here
00:25:16and manipulate them too?
00:25:18Seriously?
00:25:20I think you need to reconsider exactly who's manipulating who here.
00:25:24Oh, that's gold.
00:25:26You really think that they're going to let you in, Laura?
00:25:28Please, you're no one compared to me.
00:25:30You don't deserve to be here.
00:25:32The only ones who don't belong here are you three.
00:25:37And you, idiot, believing every lie that she tells you.
00:25:42Wake up, then.
00:25:44Oh, Laura!
00:25:45Laura, 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, such a trap.
00:25:58Amber spoke directly with the CEO.
00:26:00He invited her to meet with the VPs before the main meeting.
00:26:03Yeah, Amber got me a partnership with the Lewis Group.
00:26:07And unlike some people, I have a real invitation.
00:26:10Well, before you all start celebrating, why don't you take a look at this.
00:26:21Oh, that's rich.
00:26:22You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me.
00:26:25I spoke to Ian Lewis himself, CEO of Lewis Group.
00:26:29Speaking of Brian, where is he right now?
00:26:33You mean my uncle?
00:26:35Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:26:37Ian Lewis personally gave me this invitation himself.
00:26:41And besides, this looks fake.
00:26:45She's a liar.
00:26:47This is a personal invitation from Mr. Yates himself.
00:26:52It grants me access to the VIP elevator, which leads straight to the vice presidential suite.
00:26:58She's lying.
00:26:59They don't have a VIP elevator in this hotel.
00:27:06Is there a special elevator for VIPs in this hotel?
00:27:09Not that I know of.
00:27:11See?
00:27:12She's lying.
00:27:13There you have it, Laura.
00:27:15Even the hotel staff can spot a fake.
00:27:17Go on, get lost before things get worse.
00:27:20Here, take this one.
00:27:24Lead me to the vice president's.
00:27:26You 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.
00:27:48If she is harassing me, we're done with your games, Laura.
00:27:50You're just a fraud.
00:27:51Man, plays with me.
00:27:52What?
00:27:53Hold on!
00:27:57Brian Shepard?
00:27:59You think money buys you the right to walk all over people?
00:28:02Well, it doesn't.
00:28:03Yeah.
00:28:04Wasn't enough to kick us out of Maplewood, was it, huh?
00:28:06What other plans do you have to destroy this time?
00:28:08Get you out?
00:28:10After what you did to Laura, you had it coming.
00:28:12Don't play dumb.
00:28:14We know exactly what's been happening here.
00:28:16How long has this little affair been going on?
00:28:18You've been sleeping with her since she was married to my son.
00:28:21Hold on a second.
00:28:23An affair?
00:28:24You think Laura and I?
00:28:26You people are unbelievable.
00:28:29Mr. Carter, get down here ASAP.
00:28:34We have a situation.
00:28:35What, you think you can just boss the manager around now, is that it?
00:28:40Well, stick around and watch you crash and burn.
00:28:42Miss Lewis, apologies for the delay.
00:28:44How can I help you this evening?
00:28:46Thank you, Mr. Carter, for getting down here so quickly.
00:28:49It seems there's a misunderstanding.
00:28:52These people don't think that I belong here.
00:28:55Well, Mr. Carter, I can assure you, this woman is a cleaner.
00:28:58A cleaner?
00:28:59Nonsense.
00:29:00I personally agreed to Miss Lewis upon her arrival in Maplewood three years ago.
00:29:04Exactly.
00:29:06Lewis Group, my company, has some major investments planned here in Maplewood.
00:29:14I was just here investigating potential business opportunities.
00:29:17No, 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.
00:29:24She'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.
00:29:33What?
00:29:34No.
00:29:35It's a lie.
00:29:36Mr. Shepard, she's tricking you too.
00:29:38You 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?
00:29:53Huh?
00:29:54Because of the affair?
00:29:55Because she slept with you?
00:29:56Excuse me?
00:29:57Who are you?
00:29:58And how dare you speak to Miss Lewis that way?
00:30:00Enough of this.
00:30:01That's enough.
00:30:02Have you embarrassed yourself enough?
00:30:03This is Lewis Group property.
00:30:05Behave or I'll call security.
00:30:07But she doesn't even have a VIP entrance access.
00:30:10She shouldn't be here.
00:30:12Since you're having trouble understanding them, let me make it clear.
00:30:17This hotel is owned by the Lewis family.
00:30:20It's mine to come or go as I please.
00:30:25Thank you for stepping in, Brian.
00:30:26I owe you one.
00:30:27We'll talk about this later.
00:30:28Well, it seems that divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision, Mr. Hevers.
00:30:45Excuse me, Vice Presidents.
00:30:51I'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, Miss 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.
00:31:20Ms. Smith, a decision like that wouldn't be taken without board approval.
00:31:27And frankly, we haven't heard anything about Maplewood Branch.
00:31:31But 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.
00:31:46If you don't, we'll call security.
00:31:53Hey, stop there. These elevators are VIP only. Back, please.
00:31:58Of course. My apologies.
00:32:05Laura?
00:32:07Vice Presidents, it's so good to see all of you again.
00:32:14Ms. 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.
00:32:33Yes, 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.
00:32:46They'll all be there in one spot.
00:32:48Ms. Lewis, we met with an Amber Smith.
00:32:53She claimed your uncle appointed her general manager of a Maplewood branch for the Lewis Group.
00:33:00She said that, did she?
00:33:01Well, Ms. Smith is a liar.
00:33:03There is no Maplewood branch, at least not yet.
00:33:07Well, she lied so blatantly. It was... it's unbelievable.
00:33:10Bob, don't worry. I found a much more suitable partner.
00:33:17Shepard Group.
00:33:18Shepard Group?
00:33:19Their 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.
00:33:36Miss Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the legend.
00:33:45From us.
00:33:47Cheers.
00:33:48Cheers.
00:33:59No, I'm not leaving.
00:34:00What are you talking about? No, come on.
00:34:01Wait!
00:34:02I'm Amber Smith.
00:34:03I'm the Lewis Group manager of Maplewood branch.
00:34:05Maplewood 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.
00:34:12Lewis Group, Maplewood branch? No such thing, ma'am.
00:34:15And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:34:18Of course.
00:34:20Laura!
00:34:21She's probably sleeping with the manager as well.
00:34:23That's how she gets away with everything.
00:34:25You underestimate her, Cathy.
00:34:27She's probably sleeping with all three vice presidents.
00:34:30No way a girl like her could get into a hotel like this.
00:34:33Careful with your words.
00:34:34Both of you.
00:34:36Acquisitions like that can get you in serious trouble.
00:34:42Look who can't even get into a meeting.
00:34:44Whilst I secure three with all the vice presidents.
00:34:47And let's not forget the mystery guests that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:34:51Looks like she used you and tossed you aside.
00:34:53Used me?
00:34:54Unlike some people, I don't mind being helpful.
00:34:58You're so stupid.
00:34:59She threw you away like yesterday's trash.
00:35:02Don't worry, Brian.
00:35:03You deserve better.
00:35:05And 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?
00:35:17Interesting.
00:35:18Laura Lewis?
00:35:19What are you doing here?
00:35:20Get out of here!
00:35:21You claim to be the mystery guest.
00:35:24Don't play games, Laura.
00:35:26I was formally invited by Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting.
00:35:31Only the top companies get those.
00:35:33Looks 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.
00:35:52Escort them out.
00:35:54What?
00:35:55Their visit is over.
00:35:56Oh, come on.
00:35:57This way, please.
00:35:58I'm not leaving.
00:36:00Move.
00:36:01We're not leaving again.
00:36:02Move.
00:36:03Oh, no, no, no.
00:36:04We're not going.
00:36:05Now.
00:36:06Okay, fine, fine.
00:36:07This isn't over, Laura.
00:36:08You'll see.
00:36:10Thanks for waiting, bud.
00:36:13Laura, I'm glad you're okay.
00:36:17And thank you for defending me.
00:36:21I really appreciate it.
00:36:25Um, are you coming to the meeting?
00:36:29Yes, but it's gonna be tricky.
00:36:35Why?
00:36:36I'm sure that Shepard Group got an invitation.
00:36:39Yes.
00:36:42Laura.
00:36:44There's something you should know.
00:36:47Is...
00:36:49Is this about Ben?
00:36:50Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems.
00:36:53He won't even get past security.
00:36:56Laura.
00:36:58It's not Ben.
00:37:00It's someone else.
00:37:03Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:37:05Yes.
00:37:06Her name is Chloe Duke.
00:37:07She is daughter of the Duke family.
00:37:08She's my ex-fiance.
00:37:09And, uh...
00:37:10Let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:37:11And...
00:37:12Let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:37:13And...
00:37:14Let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:37:16And for some reason, she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:20And...
00:37:21You think that she's gonna cause problems at the meeting?
00:37:22For...
00:37:23Out of...
00:37:24Jealousy?
00:37:25There's a possibility.
00:37:26She's kinda jealous.
00:37:27Let's just say we didn't end things so well, and for some reason, she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:38And you think that she's gonna cause problems at the meeting for...
00:37:48...out of jealousy?
00:37:51There's a possibility. She's kind of jealous.
00:37:54Well, all the more reason for you to be there. Besides, I'll be there too.
00:38:06Laura, would you consider being a guest at the meeting?
00:38:12What? Are you worried that this Chloe's gonna cause problems for me too?
00:38:17Maybe a little. But mostly, I wanna show them we're a team.
00:38:22Well, it's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard. Thank you.
00:38:28Laura.
00:38:32I don't care about your best. I just want to be by your side. I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:38I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:43Ryan...
00:38:49I... I appreciate your honesty, and...
00:38:53...right now, I'm just not...
00:38:55I... I just don't really have romance on my mind right now, just with everything going on...
00:39:02...and going on and...
00:39:03It's okay.
00:39:05I just want to be upfront.
00:39:08And if Chloe tries anything, you won't face her alone.
00:39:12There's just... one thing... I do need.
00:39:19What is it?
00:39:22A formal dress.
00:39:23Oh, security! She doesn't belong here. This is a private store.
00:39:40Excuse me. We need some assistance. I'm looking for a very particular dress.
00:39:45Wow. It's beautiful.
00:39:47It is.
00:39:49I'll try this one on.
00:39:51Don't bother with her. She can't afford anything here. She's just a cleaner. She doesn't deserve to shop you. She has no money.
00:40:01Yeah, exactly. I mean, what are you doing here? Can't you just leave me alone?
00:40:06I wouldn't bat an eyelash if you just disappeared. I'm here for retail therapy.
00:40:12Oh, please. This store's for the A-list only. Not some cheapskate like you.
00:40:18This is a woman who barged into my marriage.
00:40:21Hey! Show some respect.
00:40:23Typical Laura. Just thinks she can buy anything she wants with someone else's money.
00:40:28I would have asked you, but without me, I'm sure you're already broke.
00:40:32Oh, please. Come on. We'll take the dress.
00:40:33Sir, this particular dress is not for sale.
00:40:37What do you mean you don't sell it? I want it. Name your price.
00:40:42It's not about the price, ma'am. This one was custom-made for Miss Lewis, the Lewis Group heiress. The entire brand belongs to her. This beautiful dress is for display purposes only. Thank you.
00:40:54It wouldn't suit you anyway, Amber.
00:40:57What are you talking about? Of course it would suit her. It'd fit her just fine.
00:40:59And 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.
00:41:08Oh, please. Don't you know that this store belongs to Lewis Group? We wouldn't sell it to someone like you.
00:41:13Amber, you're not even a branch manager yet. You don't get to speak on behalf of Lewis Group. Could you please tell me more about this dress?
00:41:25Of course. It was custom-made for Laura Lewis, heiress to the Lewis Group Fortune, and stitched in Italy naturally. And apparently there are many more like it. High-end stores and museums around the world from her private collection.
00:41:42Laura, do you like this dress? Of course. It's custom-made for me. I'm just here to take what's already mine.
00:41:52Oh, you can't be serious. There must be millions of Laura Lewis's out there in the world.
00:41:57Fine, fine. If it's not for sale, can't I at least try it on? It would look incredible on me.
00:42:03Miss, this dress is very delicate. If I may be frank, I don't think this would fit you properly.
00:42:11Are you calling me fat?
00:42:13Actually, on a second thought, why don't we just buy the whole brand? How's that sound?
00:42:19Sir, are you serious? You would just buy the entire brand for one dress?
00:42:24This brand is worth at least $50 million. And to buy it for a waitress? Are you out of your mind?
00:42:31Yes. You see, even if you had the money, they wouldn't sell it to you.
00:42:35Just one second.
00:42:39Yes, this is Brian Shepard, CEO of Shepard Group. I'd like to speak with your head of acquisitions.
00:42:45I'm interested in purchasing your high fashion brand.
00:42:51What?
00:42:55Sorry, sir. That brand is not for sale.
00:42:58You see, if we can't have it, neither can you.
00:43:04Mr. Yates, yes, this is Laura Lewis. I'm calling to discuss the sale of our high-end clothing brand to Shepard Group.
00:43:14Oh, come on. Calling the Lewis family butler won't get you anywhere, sweetie.
00:43:19Exactly. Come on. This is pathetic. You really think this is going to work? It's sad.
00:43:23Excellent.
00:43:25Thank you, Mr. Yates. That's all.
00:43:33Yes?
00:43:38What?
00:43:40Are you willing to sell me the brand?
00:43:41Awesome.
00:43:49Hello?
00:43:51Yes?
00:43:53Wow. Yes, of course.
00:43:55Absolutely.
00:43:59This store, along with the entire brand, has been sold to Mr. Shepard.
00:44:03The Shepard Group is the new owner.
00:44:06How may I be upstairs today, sir?
00:44:08Well, Laura, I don't know much about pressure.
00:44:12So I would like to give you this brand to you.
00:44:14You can't be serious.
00:44:16You don't have the kind of money to buy this store.
00:44:19Don't listen to her, Brian.
00:44:21You two just go do whatever you do somewhere else.
00:44:25You're not welcome here.
00:44:26I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:28I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:32I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:35Of course.
00:44:37Oh, come on.
00:44:39Sir? Ma'am? You're afraid I have to ask you to leave?
00:44:41Well, we're not leaving, okay?
00:44:43Hey, hey, hey!
00:44:45This isn't over, Laura!
00:44:47Could I try the dress on now?
00:44:49Of course, Miss Lewis.
00:44:51You just follow me.
00:44:52Wow.
00:44:53Miss Lewis.
00:44:54This dress really was made for you.
00:44:58Laura, you look breath-taking in distress.
00:45:00Brian, why would you do all of this for me?
00:45:03Laura.
00:45:05Because you deserve everything beautiful in the world.
00:45:08And that includes distress.
00:45:28Will you give us a chance to see where things could go?
00:45:30to see where things could go.
00:45:32I need a moment.
00:45:35Perhaps we could talk some more about this
00:45:37after the investment meeting?
00:45:41Does that mean it could be a yes?
00:45:44Maybe.
00:45:50Hi.
00:45:58Hi.
00:46:00What?
00:46:04Well, well, well.
00:46:05Look who decided to join the party.
00:46:08Playing dress up again, Laura?
00:46:09One more disrespectful remark towards Laura, Miss Smith.
00:46:12And you understand the meaning of rude.
00:46:15You threatening my girlfriend in front of everyone
00:46:17for this, this gold digger.
00:46:20You know, Ben, I really cared about you,
00:46:23even after all the horrible things you said to me
00:46:25after our divorce.
00:46:27I know the name of a great psychologist in New York.
00:46:30Maybe the shrinks in Maplewood aren't equipped to deal with your issues.
00:46:35Enough!
00:46:37I've had enough of this drama.
00:46:39Yeah, me too.
00:46:40Try that again, and you'll regret it.
00:46:43Now get the hell on my face.
00:46:44Let's see if you two even make it past the door.
00:46:47Yeah.
00:46:48I'm sorry, Miss Smith, but your name's not on the guest list.
00:46:53What?
00:46:54That's impossible.
00:46:56I was invited by the CEO himself.
00:47:01Unfortunately, neither Harrison Group or Smith Group,
00:47:04your name is on the list.
00:47:05What?
00:47:06Looks like you two won't be getting let in after all.
00:47:09You don't have an invitation.
00:47:11You're just here because of Brian.
00:47:17Let me see this.
00:47:18This doesn't even look real.
00:47:19It'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.
00:47:31Please, right this way.
00:47:32We can continue this discussion later, if you manage to get in.
00:47:35Sir, Madam, we recommend you leave.
00:47:45There you are!
00:47:46How dare you steal my fiancé!
00:47:51There you are!
00:47:53How dare you steal my fiancé!
00:47:55Looks like another relationship fights the dust, Laura.
00:47:58Looks like stealing men is a habit of yours.
00:48:01Get away from him!
00:48:03He's engaged to me!
00:48:04Hey, hey, hey.
00:48:05Hold your horses, Gwen.
00:48:06That ended a long time ago.
00:48:08Engage to you.
00:48:10Everyone in Maplewood knows what you did to Brian.
00:48:13Your relationship's history.
00:48:17That was just a little tiff.
00:48:18You really think that could tear us apart?
00:48:21Don't you know who I am?
00:48:24Don't pretend like you don't know.
00:48:25Oh, honey.
00:48:27She don't recognize royalty, let alone a duke.
00:48:30She's just a maid, remember?
00:48:32I don't have time for all this drama.
00:48:35Brian, let's head inside.
00:48:39Brian, 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.
00:48:49Don't make this a scene, shall we?
00:48:51You okay, Miss Duke?
00:49:00And you are?
00:49:01Amber Smith.
00:49:03I'm the Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group.
00:49:06What branch?
00:49:07I've never heard of it.
00:49:08What do you want from me?
00:49:09That Laura!
00:49:11She tore up my invitation.
00:49:12Do you think you can get me inside?
00:49:14What, your little manager title couldn't get you past the front door?
00:49:17Please don't waste my time.
00:49:31If I can't have Brian, neither can you.
00:49:55The Duke family has more influence than you think.
00:49:57Chloe, good to see you. I've been expecting you.
00:50:02Uncle Jones, how are you?
00:50:04Good.
00:50:06I need your help with something.
00:50:07What is it?
00:50:09Anything 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.
00:50:17She actually used to be a cleaner in his company.
00:50:20What?
00:50:21Are 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 Shepard Group.
00:50:39Anyway, I am terribly sorry about Chloe.
00:50:42Now, I had no idea she would be so...
00:50:47intense.
00:50:48What do you mean?
00:50:51You 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?
00:51:10Actually, Brian, my seat is 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.
00:51:40This 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. Shepard, 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.
00:52:05Not much, actually.
00:52:08Honesty.
00:52:10That's what I want.
00:52:12And love.
00:52:14Things that clearly Chloe has no idea.
00:52:17I said I was sorry.
00:52:19What more do you want?
00:52:21I'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.
00:52:32One more chance, Brian.
00:52:33Let's forget all this nonsense.
00:52:37Do it, Mr. Shepard.
00:52:38Propose right here, right now.
00:52:42Brian?
00:52:45Is 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.
00:53:04You're humiliating yourself.
00:53:07How dare 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.
00:53:18The 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, that 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, did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe.
00:54:13You have no right to talk to Miss Duke like that.
00:54:16That's enough.
00:54:17You don't get to talk here.
00:54:18You got mad, Shepard.
00:54:20You dare to go against Miss Duke.
00:54:21And the same applies to everyone else here.
00:54:24Anyone who insults Laura.
00:54:27Leaves with a black eye.
00:54:29It's willing to defend the Duke 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?
00:54:42Lewis group isn't blacklisting anyone, especially not Shepard group.
00:54:52Lewis group RS, you?
00:54:55Don't make me laugh.
00:54:58Security, remove these two imposters from the premises.
00:55:02Wait, Uncle Jones.
00:55:03Give Brian another chance.
00:55:05Choose, Brian.
00:55:07Me and the future you deserve.
00:55:09All this fraud.
00:55:13Chloe, I have everything I ever wanted right here.
00:55:19And I wouldn't trade all the power that Duke's home in Maplewood.
00:55:23Fine.
00:55:29Short the stock of the Shepard group.
00:55:30What?
00:55:33You forced my hand, Brian.
00:55:36Now Shepard group is ruined.
00:55:37The Duke family, they can't be serious.
00:55:40Shepard 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.
00:55:51Thank you, Brian, for believing in me, for protecting me.
00:56:01Now it's my turn to protect you.
00:56:09Listen carefully.
00:56:11I need you to protect the Shepard group stock at all costs.
00:56:17Don't let it drop even one cent.
00:56:21Do you understand?
00:56:23Well, award-winning performance, Laura.
00:56:27But you can't possibly control the stock market.
00:56:30I 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.
00:56:52Do.
00:56:57Well, looks like your five minutes is up.
00:57:01Let's see how the Shepard stock is stealing.
00:57:09What the?
00:57:10The Shepard group stock prices?
00:57:12It's going up.
00:57:14This can't be happening.
00:57:15It must be a coincidence.
00:57:22Why didn't you short the stock like I asked?
00:57:25There was a huge investment.
00:57:27We couldn't compete.
00:57:28Shepard stock price is being heavily supported.
00:57:32How did you do this?
00:57:34Like I said, Chloe.
00:57:37I'm Laura Lewis.
00:57:40But you're not.
00:57:41You're just some cleaner.
00:57:42You don't have access to billions.
00:57:44Well, I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:54No, I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:57There's no way I'm apologizing to you.
00:58:00If things were the other way, would you be so quick to forgive me?
00:58:04Chloe, the truth is everyone here has seen you be a bully and a coward and now a sore loser.
00:58:18This is so humiliating for her.
00:58:21How did she manage that?
00:58:23Maybe she really is a Lewis.
00:58:25Apologize to Miss Lewis.
00:58:27Shut up.
00:58:29Don't you dare talk about Miss Duke like that.
00:58:31Don't forget the Duke family on half of Maplewood.
00:58:35You're going as a Lewis.
00:58:37Let's get out of here.
00:58:39Hold on.
00:58:41This is where I belong.
00:58:43And that is my chair.
00:58:47You can't go there.
00:58:49That is the VIP section.
00:58:51Only those invited by the Lewis Group vice presidents get to sit there.
00:58:56Like I said, Chloe, that's my seat.
00:59:05Had a rumor floating around a few days ago.
00:59:08It seems Miss Lewis caused quite a scene at a signing ceremony between her ex and Mr. Shepard.
00:59:16Wasn't it?
00:59:17Are you planning another outburst, Laura?
00:59:19Is this how you charm all your men?
00:59:21Shall we?
00:59:23My pleasure.
00:59:25What are you doing?
00:59:27Let go.
00:59:28It doesn't matter what happened.
00:59:30I choose to stay by Laura's side.
00:59:33Let's go.
00:59:35Don't be absurd.
00:59:36That seat is reserved for a very important guest.
00:59:40Someone so esteemed, even the vice presidents have to bow low.
00:59:47And how exactly, Mr. Jones?
00:59:52Are you so sure that I'm not that esteemed guest?
00:59:56Wait, that's Peter Young, director of business affairs at Lewis Group.
01:00:00Oh, it's Peter Young.
01:00:05He decides which in first place today.
01:00:06Mr. Young, it's Chloe Duke, head of Duke Industries.
01:00:09So glad you could join us.
01:00:11Why is everyone standing around?
01:00:12It's her.
01:00:13She's making a huge scene trying to claim the VIP seat.
01:00:17It's embarrassing.
01:00:18That seat's reserved for the Lewis Group VIP guest.
01:00:22Specifically the family heir.
01:00:24Please get off the stage.
01:00:26Oh, yes.
01:00:27Mr. Young, was it?
01:00:30I think I remember you.
01:00:31You manage my family's investments.
01:00:36Don't pretend like you know what's going on.
01:00:38Please get off the stage.
01:00:40That seat's reserved for the Lewis family heir.
01:00:42I need to make one thing crystal clear.
01:00:50I am the heir of the Lewis family.
01:00:58This is ridiculous.
01:01:00You, the Lewis heir.
01:01:02Don't you know that Miss Lewis is a legend around here?
01:01:05You must be out of your mind trusting a complete stranger like this.
01:01:08Exactly. We ran a background check on her.
01:01:11And it turns out she's just some cleaner that used to work for the Harrison Group.
01:01:15Before that, I could see her in my family's supermarket.
01:01:19See, Brian? This is who you've been chasing after.
01:01:22A liar and a cheat.
01:01:24Security, get this imposter out of here.
01:01:27Everyone here is a witness.
01:01:29Why would any of you trust Laura?
01:01:32If any of you dares to harm her, you have to go through me first.
01:01:37Brian, she's just a nobody.
01:01:41She's just someone that the Harrison Group ditched.
01:01:43They didn't even want her.
01:01:45What exactly do you see in her?
01:01:47Escort this imposter out of here.
01:01:49Now.
01:01:50Oh, Peter.
01:01:51Peter, 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.
01:02:17Luckily, I haven't been alone.
01:02:18I've had the great company of my very loyal friend.
01:02:25Wait a minute.
01:02:26She's Miss Lewis.
01:02:27Is this a joke?
01:02:29Mr. Young, you're new to the Lewis Group, so I can understand why you wouldn't recognize Miss Lewis.
01:02:35But she listened to lies without checking the facts.
01:02:40And almost called the police.
01:02:43Tell me, Mr. Young, who put you up to this?
01:02:47Was it my uncle or Ian Lewis?
01:02:53I knew it.
01:02:54I knew it.
01:02:57Consider this your termination.
01:03:01I get it now.
01:03:02This is all an act, right?
01:03:04Chloe, what are you doing?
01:03:05We still want to work with the Lewis family.
01:03:07Work with them?
01:03:08Are you blind?
01:03:09This woman is clearly having an affair with this old man.
01:03:13That's enough, young lady.
01:03:14You've got no right to disrespect the head of the Lewis Group.
01:03:19Oh, Chloe.
01:03:21I can't believe we're going through this again.
01:03:23I 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.
01:03:32If you were 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?
01:03:46Who are you to make demands of me?
01:03:50I don't answer to anyone but myself.
01:03:53I don't need any of your validation.
01:04:00There's a ring.
01:04:05Vice Presidents, I'm Chloe Duke of the Duke family.
01:04:09This woman is an imposter.
01:04:10Miss Lewis, we apologize for the delay.
01:04:14How could you just let that con woman sit there?
01:04:16Get 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.
01:04:24The investment queen.
01:04:27The real heir to Lewis Group.
01:04:29Laura Lewis.
01:04:31She was a divorced host wife.
01:04:33A janitor.
01:04:34How can she?
01:04:34She can't be.
01:04:35It's a lie.
01:04:36I'm telling you.
01:04:37It's a lie.
01:04:37Do you think we'd lie?
01:04:40We run Lewis Group.
01:04:42Oh, Chloe.
01:04:43You assaulted me earlier.
01:04:47And you came to this meeting to what?
01:04:50Sabotage it.
01:04:51You'll be hearing from our legal team.
01:04:57Is this true, Miss Duke?
01:04:59Did you try and sabotage this meeting?
01:05:03Yes, it's all true.
01:05:04She fooled us all.
01:05:06The Duke tricked us to keep Lewis Group out of Maplewood and control everything themselves.
01:05:12I had no idea, but I'm on your side.
01:05:16I can give you everything you need.
01:05:18All the resources in Maplewood.
01:05:20Miss Lewis, how would you like us to deal with this?
01:05:24An eye for an eye.
01:05:29Since Miss Duke here loves ruining things,
01:05:36I'll target her precious Duke Industries.
01:05:41I want them bankrupt in 10 minutes.
01:05:44You're bluffing.
01:05:45You're nobody.
01:05:46You'll always be a nobody.
01:05:48And you can't touch me.
01:05:50Then consider this a test, Chloe.
01:05:54I didn't need my family's support with Shepard, and I certainly don't need it now.
01:05:58Chloe, you dug your own grave.
01:06:01You think you can destroy Maplewood's leading family with just the Shepard group?
01:06:07Please.
01:06:07Hmm.
01:06:11We'll see.
01:06:16Dad?
01:06:18Slow down.
01:06:19What are you talking about?
01:06:22No.
01:06:24It's impossible.
01:06:26Chloe, what have you done?
01:06:28Years of hard work.
01:06:29Destroyed in minutes.
01:06:30What did you do?
01:06:37Well, Chloe, isn't this what you wanted?
01:06:41To give me a little taste of destruction?
01:06:44This is impossible.
01:06:46It's impossible.
01:06:48Chloe, what have you done?
01:06:51The news is everywhere.
01:06:52Shepard's launched a full-scale assault on the stock market.
01:06:56They're hammering our shares.
01:06:59Are you sure it's just Shepard's?
01:07:00Yes!
01:07:01Shareholders are dumping our stock like it's a hot potato.
01:07:05We could go bankrupt.
01:07:07You've ruined everything.
01:07:08Don't worry, Mr. Duke.
01:07:09When your company does go bankrupt, I'll buy it.
01:07:14At a fire sale price.
01:07:15Your employees won't even be affected.
01:07:17Brilliant.
01:07:18A masterstroke, Ms. Lewis.
01:07:22Now, this is my event.
01:07:26Please leave.
01:07:26Brian, I did this for us.
01:07:29Everything I did, I did for us, Brian.
01:07:34Chloe, you need help.
01:07:37These feelings you have for me, it's not love.
01:07:41It's obsession.
01:07:43Enough.
01:07:45If you don't want to ruin everything completely,
01:07:47you'll come with me, right now.
01:07:51Right now.
01:08:00Laura!
01:08:01This isn't over!
01:08:03Help me!
01:08:09What is going on here?
01:08:11Did they finally expose Laura's lies?
01:08:13Shepard Group, they're the new partner
01:08:15that's partnering up with Lewis Group for Maplewood.
01:08:18They're handling all future construction projects.
01:08:21That can't be.
01:08:23What about us?
01:08:23That was our project.
01:08:24I remember Laura Tinto with Brian.
01:08:27Harrison Group is practically out.
01:08:29We have no chance.
01:08:30We can't give up that easily.
01:08:32Remember, Ian Lewis himself appointed me as general manager.
01:08:36In a few days, he promised that he would let us meet with a new heir.
01:08:39You're right.
01:08:41If we can just meet with a new heir, we can bypass the Shepards and meet directly with the Lewis Group.
01:08:46We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:08:51That's right.
01:08:51That's right.
01:08:55Vice Presidents, allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:09:01I'm sure I've met you in the book.
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.
01:09:12Thank you, but a large part of that success is thanks to Ms. Lewis.
01:09:18She 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.
01:09:30Perhaps today clarifies everything.
01:09:32Mr. Shepard, this opportunity is gone.
01:09:36Seize it.
01:09:37A woman like Laura is not easy to find.
01:09:41Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:09:52Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:09:54Laura?
01:09:55Hardly.
01:09:56I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:10:03So you're Laura's uncle?
01:10:05In the flesh.
01:10:08So Laura really is your niece?
01:10:10Yes, little Laura.
01:10:12She 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 to announce her official takeover?
01:10:29And we can't let that happen, can we, my dear?
01:10:32If you're Ian Lewis, wouldn't you have the family ring?
01:10:35Well, my dear, that's where you come in, Miss Duke.
01:10:38We need you to relinquish my ring.
01:10:40What 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 will get back everything you've lost.
01:10:57Laura's got the VPs and Brian on her side.
01:11:00How can I possibly get the ring?
01:11:02There is a way, you know, that we can make Laura relinquish and give up that ring willingly.
01:11:11Laura, my dear, welcome.
01:11:14Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:11:21Laura.
01:11:21It's so good to see you.
01:11:23And you, it's been too long, two, three years perhaps.
01:11:28How have you been?
01:11:29Well, I've been well, Uncle Ian. Thank you for asking.
01:11:33I see you've been busy keeping Lewis Group afloat.
01:11:37Yes, indeed. Somebody had to. I mean, after you left me with everything to do,
01:11:44without a safe pair of hands, I hate to think it would have happened to the company.
01:11:48Actually, Uncle Ian, from what I've heard, you've lost billions with some
01:11:54questionable investment decisions.
01:11:56Yes, minor mistakes, minor.
01:11:59Don't worry, Uncle Ian, I won't hold it against you.
01:12:02Oh, good.
01:12:05Well, cheers to you coming back here and the Lewis Group.
01:12:12Oh, I'm so sorry, Laura. How clumsy of me.
01:12:16Uh, no, no worries, Uncle Ian. I, I'll just go to the restroom and get cleaned up.
01:12:23Um, of course. Right away, just down to the left.
01:12:33Use it wisely.
01:12:34Okay. Oh, I will.
01:12:50Hey, Laura. How's that?
01:12:52Hello, Brian. Your little girlfriend is with me now.
01:12:55Chloe. How in the hell did you get Laura's phone?
01:13:00Let's just say that I have my ways.
01:13:02Listen, Chloe. Don't hurt her. Please. I'll do anything.
01:13:09Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs.
01:13:15Now. Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:13:22Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:13:24Oh, thank goodness you've cleared up. I am sorry. How clumsy.
01:13:31And don't forget your phone. I retrieved it for you.
01:13:34Oh, thank you.
01:13:35Oh, hello. Lovely to see you again.
01:13:37Yeah. I 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. Looking forward to it.
01:13:50Laura! Laura! Where are you?
01:13:52Laura! Laura! Where are you?
01:13:58Laura! Laura, where are you?
01:14:06Gotcha.
01:14:09You weren't expecting that, were you?
01:14:11Finally. Looks like your little boyfriend got turned around.
01:14:25What the?
01:14:26Laura, where are you? Laura? Laura?
01:14:28Now go shut your mouth.
01:14:30Chloe, what have you done?
01:14:33Are you out of your mind?
01:14:35Out of my mind? Out of my mind.
01:14:36You were the one that left me for that tramp and destroyed my life.
01:14:40That's not true. You were the one who messed up.
01:14:43Brian! Laura!
01:14:47Stay where you are.
01:14:49You better come alone.
01:14:51Drop this knife, Chloe. This is insane.
01:14:54Insane? I did this for us, Brian.
01:14:57We were meant to be together.
01:15:01Us? You've gone crazy.
01:15:03And you're out of here.
01:15:04Chloe, kid happy is a very serious event.
01:15:09They're going to lock you up for years.
01:15:11You think I care about jail time?
01:15:14All I care about is tearing you apart.
01:15:16You don't deserve him.
01:15:19What you've done?
01:15:21You've destroyed my life.
01:15:23My company, everything.
01:15:26Now I'm going to destroy your life.
01:15:29Give me the family ring now.
01:15:31Give it to me!
01:15:33This is about the ring.
01:15:35Did my uncle Ian put you up to this?
01:15:39You know, Chloe, trying to kill me, that's foolish.
01:15:44Because who do you think is going to win?
01:15:48You, that will not, or me, with something a little bit more persuasive.
01:16:04Freeze! Don't move anyone.
01:16:09Don't move.
01:16:10You're about to be arrested for kidnapping.
01:16:13Miss Lewis, having fun without me?
01:16:17I'm not hurt.
01:16:20Are you hurt?
01:16:21No, I'm okay.
01:16:26Tell me, Chloe.
01:16:28Who put you up to this, Chloe?
01:16:31Why should I tell you?
01:16:33You're going to kill me anyway.
01:16:35Chloe, I don't have a problem with you.
01:16:36But if you don't talk, your beloved Duke Industries might run into some.
01:16:45Well, I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:16:48So the choice is yours, Chloe.
01:16:50Talk, or face the consequences.
01:16:53Fine.
01:16:54It was Ian Lewis.
01:16:57He said he'd help Duke Industries if I kept you away from the bank room today.
01:17:02Did you get all of that, Mr. Yates?
01:17:04I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:17:09Oh, every word, Miss Lewis.
01:17:11Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:17:13Go.
01:17:15This is crazy.
01:17:26Are we really sure we can do this?
01:17:27All these big companies here, it's crazy.
01:17:30Absolutely.
01:17:31The Lewis Group is under new leadership.
01:17:33We can talk to the heiress herself.
01:17:35Exactly.
01:17:36We just need to make sure we make a good impression on the new heir.
01:17:40There's Ian Lewis now.
01:17:41You can introduce us.
01:17:42Let's go.
01:17:43Yeah.
01:17:46Hello, 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 the Harrison Group.
01:17:52How do you do?
01:17:53We're the company that...
01:17:54Yes, I know who you are.
01:17:56Smith, 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.
01:18:22Would you please join me in welcoming the heir to the Lewis Group, Miss Laura Lewis.
01:18:28Look, everybody, attention.
01:18:30Attention, please.
01:18:33There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:18:37I 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.
01:18:47She has not survived.
01:18:49What? Laura Lewis is dead?
01:18:56It doesn't matter now. She's gone.
01:18:58Mr. Lewis, is this new...
01:18:59A tragic turn of events, Mr. Yates.
01:19:02But rest assured, the Lewis Group will continue under my competent leadership.
01:19:07Hold on. Who said that I'm dead?
01:19:13Laura.
01:19:18I don't understand. What's happening?
01:19:21Laura? But weren't you...
01:19:25My apologies for the delay, everyone.
01:19:28There seems to be some misunderstanding.
01:19:31Laura, what are you doing here?
01:19:33You've got to stop this. If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:19:36I said this once. Back off then.
01:19:39Thank you for coming, everyone.
01:19:47As I'm sure you know, tonight, I officially reclaim my title as the CEO of Lewis Group.
01:19:58Perhaps you could make some room for me, Uncle Ian.
01:20:03Impossible. How are you still alive?
01:20:06Well, clearly, I am alive and well. So why don't we get this started?
01:20:10No, you're not the rightful heir. You 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?
01:20:24Well, you went off to Maplewood three years ago and married a stranger
01:20:27and left me to work tirelessly, keeping the company together.
01:20:31Uncle Ian, retire. Enjoy your retirement.
01:20:36Lewis Group will be perfectly fine without you.
01:20:38No, 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? You're even more foolish than I could have ever imagined.
01:20:55Give that back to me.
01:20:56This?
01:20:57Yes.
01:20:57You think some shiny gold thing makes you the heir?
01:21:02Give it back.
01:21:03True leadership is about earning the respect of those around you.
01:21:10Not some stupid ring.
01:21:13Oh, Irene!
01:21:13What have you done? Where is it?
01:21:18Irene!
01:21:19Now, everyone, if I could have your attention.
01:21:23How dare you!
01:21:25Let me show you how a true heir earns a ring like that.
01:21:32Talk.
01:21:34Fine.
01:21:35It was Ian Lewis.
01:21:36He said he helped you in the streets if I kept you away from the bankers today.
01:21:44Oh, quite the spectacle, Mr 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.
01:21:54It's fake news.
01:21:55The proof is clear.
01:21:56Get him out of here.
01:21:57Now.
01:21:57I owe all of you an apology for everything that's happened tonight.
01:22:06It turns 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.
01:22:19And he has been a great support.
01:22:24Lewis 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?
01:22:39What?
01:22:40Laura, hold on.
01:22:41This was never my idea.
01:22:43This was all Kathy and Amber's fault.
01:22:45I 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, remember?
01:23:04I'm just a useless housewife.
01:23:07I don't have that power.
01:23:10What are you talking about?
01:23:11What?
01:23:11No, come on.
01:23:11Sorry.
01:23:12No, please.
01:23:12No.
01:23:15Um, Mr Shepherd?
01:23:17Yes, 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.
01:23:30I would love to.
01:23:33I would love to.
01:23:43Amen.
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