- 7/5/2025
Return Of The Secret Heiress
Category
🎥
Short filmTranscript
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.
00:02:00Now listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Lewis Grimmel.
00:02:17Mr. Yates, you know that you're not going soft on me.
00:02:20I just thought you might like a scream today.
00:02:22Now listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Lewis Grimmel.
00:02:26Mr. Yates, you know that my investigations here aren't finished.
00:02:30Ma'am, I still don't understand why you've kept your identity a secret and why you've married this Ben Harrison fellow.
00:02:36Look, 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.
00:02:46Because 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.
00:02:57Ma'am, divorce 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 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.
00:03:40You, a cleaning woman, handing out million-dollar deals. Don't make me laugh.
00:03:50I 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.
00:04:04Well, Amber's family is practically local royalty.
00:04:07Local royalty. A small-town rich person is royalty.
00:04:12And what qualifications do you have to judge, Ms. Cleaner?
00:04:15Your 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.
00:04:33We just grew apart, that's all.
00:04:35Grown apart?
00:04:39No.
00:04:40No, I won't sign any agreement, then.
00:04:46I won't sign any agreement.
00:04:49Huh. Money is a motivator, isn't it?
00:04:52Ben.
00:04:54Alright. Here. $100,000. Open up a small shop or something like that.
00:04:59That's it. $100,000.
00:05:02I was the one that helped you make Harrison Group what it is today.
00:05:07Do you have any idea how much money I've brought in for you?
00:05:10Don't be ridiculous.
00:05:12You've never done anything for Ben's success.
00:05:15This is our active charity tour.
00:05:17Here. A million dollars. Take this.
00:05:19You just want more money, don't you?
00:05:22Just leave and never see Ben again.
00:05:25I never expected my three years of devotion to end like this.
00:05:31Since none of you respect me.
00:05:35A cleaning lady threatening us.
00:05:38I'm so scared.
00:05:39Just leave. You already make this house stink.
00:05:50Thank God she's gone.
00:05:52Good riddance to her.
00:05:56Sir.
00:05:58Laura Lewis' information.
00:06:03She's been Harrison's wife.
00:06:05No wonder why she wanted us to part with him.
00:06:07Actually, sir. Ben Harrison just divorced her.
00:06:11Divorced her?
00:06:13Wait a minute.
00:06:15Don't you remember?
00:06:17She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:21Yeah. She saved our hiding now. Remember?
00:06:25Why would Ben Harrison dump someone who just got him a $100 million contract?
00:06:33Let's get to the bottom of this.
00:06:35Hey! What are you doing? Let go of me!
00:06:41You attacked Amber. Apologize this instant.
00:06:46Stealing from the Harrisons.
00:06:49We gave you a generous divorce settlement.
00:06:51You refused it. And now you're stealing.
00:06:53She couldn't afford it. You're a thief.
00:06:55Thief.
00:07:02That's mine! Give it back!
00:07:04Hey!
00:07:05That's enough!
00:07:07Laura?
00:07:08Laura?
00:07:10I want to say thank you properly for saving Shepard Group.
00:07:13It's really no worries, Mr. Shepard, but I'm just going through a divorce.
00:07:19You see, it's...
00:07:21Who are you?
00:07:22Laura'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?
00:07:28Shame on you!
00:07:30Mr. Shepard, I...
00:07:31For your information, my name is Brian Shepard.
00:07:35I'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?
00:07:44That's really interesting considering I thought you were the one that secured that contract for Ben.
00:07:48That'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?
00:08:00Laura, let's get you out of here. Now.
00:08:03Hold on a minute, Laura. Who the heck is this man or have you been sneaking around?
00:08:08It's alright, ma'am. This is none of your business.
00:08:11All rabbed dead bodies. You're not going anywhere until I tell you what's going on.
00:08:14We are the Harrisons. You can't just waltz in here and take her!
00:08:19Harrison, compared to the Shepard Group, you're nobody. I'll go back.
00:08:23What? Are you saying that is Brian Shepard?
00:08:26That's a lie! Don't you dare walk away from me, Laura!
00:08:29You come back here and explain yourself!
00:08:31Don't you take another step towards my son, Laura!
00:08:36Laura, 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.
00:08:49After how they treated you. Maybe we should cancel it?
00:08:52No! Um... No, the event will proceed.
00:08:57Besides, I'll be there.
00:08:59I'll be there.
00:09:03There's a lot that I don't know about you, Laura.
00:09:06Who are you, truly?
00:09:08You'll find out.
00:09:10Mr. Shepard.
00:09:12Um, can you pull up over here, please?
00:09:14Mr. Yates, I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners, and we're gonna have a meeting. An investment meeting. One week from today.
00:09:30Make sure everyone is there.
00:09:33Because after that meeting, I'm gonna reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:09:41Oh, excellent, Ms. Lewis.
00:09:43I'll start making arrangements tomorrow.
00:09:45Ben Harrison.
00:09:49You'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.
00:10:04Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:10:07Laura, what are you doing here?
00:10:10Security! Get that woman out of here! We don't need cleaners at this event!
00:10:15Why wouldn't I be here? This is a business event, after all.
00:10:18Business? You wouldn't know business if I hit you on the head.
00:10:23A fancy dress doesn't make you high society, honey. Just 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. Do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:10:37Laura, this is really important for me. Do not ruin this, okay?
00:10:41You don't belong here. Just get out!
00:10:48That's what you get.
00:10:55This contract is mine. To give or take away as I see fit.
00:11:02Don't be ridiculous! This is insane! Who do you think you are?
00:11:06Yeah, put that down. You have no idea what you're doing.
00:11:09Security! She's lost a mind! This is a disaster!
00:11:12Ben, this contract was supposed to be my birthday present to you, but since you clearly don't deserve it...
00:11:21You really think ripping up that contract is gonna help?
00:11:35You really think ripping up that contract is going to help?
00:11:49You're so silly, Lauren.
00:11:50Oh, please, honey.
00:11:52You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:54Security, get 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...
00:12:05I 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.
00:12:24That's the man that Laura went with the other day.
00:12:27What is he doing here?
00:12:28Mr. Shepard?
00:12:28How does he know her?
00:12:29Is that really Brian Shepard?
00:12:32Laura, are you alright?
00:12:35Uh, Mr. 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?
00:12:59An affair?
00:13:00She had an affair with that man behind my son's back?
00:13:05Mom, please, it's okay.
00:13:06This man is...
00:13:07Don't touch me.
00:13:09That woman destroyed your career in front of everyone, has an affair, and you just stand there?
00:13:13You're a disgrace.
00:13:15An adulterer.
00:13:16You deserve to be over...
00:13:17Shut up!
00:13:20Mr. Shepard, I apologize for this whole mess, but I can assure you, this woman has tricked you.
00:13:26Tricked?
00:13:28Why don't you answer a question yourself, Ben?
00:13:31What was my name before we got married?
00:13:36Laura Lewis, right?
00:13:38Lewis group?
00:13:40The financial giants?
00:13:41There's no way a Lewis is connected to this.
00:13:46That's crazy.
00:13:47There's no way you're related to the Lewis family name.
00:13:50That's absurd.
00:13:52It's...
00:13:52It's...
00:13:53It's absurd!
00:13:56A high society heirs wouldn't waste their time in Napleswood.
00:13:59Yeah, it's a lie.
00:14:00It's a lie.
00:14:01This woman was a waitress when I met her.
00:14:03In fact, I saved her from a robbery three years ago.
00:14:07She's nothing special.
00:14:09She only married me out of gratitude.
00:14:10I was just a waitress.
00:14:13How convenient for your story, Ben.
00:14:16First time I met her, she was in need a waitress at the diner.
00:14:19Okay, listen up, everybody.
00:14:21When I met her, I'd only just started my business.
00:14:24Now look at me.
00:14:25I'm signing multi-million dollar contracts.
00:14:28Look at her.
00:14:29Still just declared.
00:14:30Mr. Shepard, that woman is my son's ex-wife.
00:14:34She's doing all this out of spite.
00:14:37She's lying, Mr. Shepard.
00:14:38She's just a cleaning lady for your business, isn't she?
00:14:41Let's make something clear.
00:14:46I was the one behind Harrison Group's success.
00:14:49I used my resources to help my ex-husband, but all he saw me as was the maid.
00:14:57Don't lie.
00:14:58You were never good enough for Ben when you married him.
00:15:01Oops.
00:15:01That roof was built with lies.
00:15:02That roof was built with lies.
00:15:05Kathy, you never respected me.
00:15:07And Ben?
00:15:08Dumping me the second you thought you were successful on your own.
00:15:12And the cheating.
00:15:13I 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.
00:15:31From everything.
00:15:33Wait, wait, wait, wait, Laura.
00:15:39You 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.
00:15:44You're a cleaner.
00:15:46You'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.
00:15:54I don't need a fancy title or a rich husband to feel important.
00:16:00Now, I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding.
00:16:05I 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 claim to have been the one that secured the deal, weren't you, Miss Smith?
00:16:31Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie.
00:16:33This woman, Laura, she's just a gold digger trying to trick you.
00:16:38I, but, well...
00:16:40A lie, you say?
00:16:41Miss Smith, I believe you mentioned securing this contract for Harrison Group.
00:16:46But I don't recognize you.
00:16:48Is this true, Miss Smith?
00:16:51Miss Lewis has helped me on several occasions.
00:16:55This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:16:58But the contract, I mean, Laura tore it up.
00:17:02So can't we just print another one and get this signing ceremony underway?
00:17:07We're printed, Mr. Harrison.
00:17:09Perhaps you haven't been paying attention without Miss Lewis involvement.
00:17:13But I 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.
00:17:27Miss Smith, you lied to us.
00:17:33You destroyed everything.
00:17:35What?
00:17:36No, it's a misunderstanding.
00:17:37I can explain.
00:17:39Lewis?
00:17:40Lewis Family Group?
00:17:42This can't be.
00:17:43Believe what you want, Ben.
00:17:46Lewis Group will be holding a massive investment meeting later this week.
00:17:50Three of our vice presidents will be here in Maplewood.
00:17:55And 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.
00:18:07A man who can't keep his vows to his wife cannot be trusted to keep his word on the contract.
00:18:16The charade is over, Mr. Harrison.
00:18:18Everyone here deserves to see the truth.
00:18:23Miss Lewis, shall we take this conversation elsewhere?
00:18:33Help!
00:18:34Mom!
00:18:35Someone get a doctor!
00:18:36Mom!
00:18:36It seems your night has taken him quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:42Indeed.
00:18:44Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:57What?
00:18:58What now?
00:19:00Mom, this is not all on me.
00:19:03Not on you!
00:19:04I was trying to help!
00:19:05She cheated on you with Shepard.
00:19:08Flungered their affair.
00:19:10Exactly.
00:19:11And those dresses?
00:19:13Who could afford those on a janitor's salary?
00:19:15Miss Smith, how could you do this?
00:19:18We trusted you completely.
00:19:20No, no.
00:19:21I got Ben the deal.
00:19:23I had no idea Shepard would fall for Bora.
00:19:27She's a liar!
00:19:28Oh, stop it, Amber.
00:19:29You lied to us just as much as she did.
00:19:32Lied?
00:19:33You're on my side!
00:19:36And anyways, I have a plan.
00:19:38The Shepards are no one special.
00:19:40We can expose Laura in all her lies.
00:19:43Go national.
00:19:44We can make ourselves a household name.
00:19:46Now, if you'll excuse me.
00:19:50I have a very important phone call to make.
00:19:52Thank you so much for tonight, Mr. Shepard.
00:20:00Thank you as well for standing up.
00:20:02It's all right, 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?
00:20:09Maybe a hotel?
00:20:11Don't.
00:20:11Don't worry about me, Mr. Shepard.
00:20:13I'll be fine.
00:20:14Um, excuse me.
00:20:16You 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?
00:20:24Just casually, of course.
00:20:26Mr. Shepard, are you asking me out?
00:20:30Please, call me Brian.
00:20:32And 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.
00:20:47Proper?
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. Shepard.
00:21:13I actually have another appointment tonight, so I can't do that.
00:21:17Wait, Laura.
00:21:18Just here is fine.
00:21:22Laura?
00:21:27Laura, who is it?
00:21:29Laura, wait!
00:21:31Jason, find out who owns that car.
00:21:35And do it fast.
00:21:36Ian Lewis, who is this?
00:21:46It's Amber Smith.
00:21:47Mr. Lewis?
00:21:49I'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, Miss Smith.
00:21:57How did you get this number?
00:21:59Don't worry about that right now.
00:22:00I believe I know someone impersonating Laura Lewis.
00:22:04Someone I know very well.
00:22:07Impersonating my niece?
00:22:09And where is this fake Laura?
00:22:13Right here in Maplewood.
00:22:14And 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?
00:22:32I want to meet with the vice presidents.
00:22:34All will be revealed then.
00:22:36Very well.
00:22:37I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting.
00:22:40But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:22:43It won't be.
00:22:45Trust me, Mr. Lewis.
00:22:46Thank you, Mr.
00:22:47That little rascal, Laura.
00:22:56I wonder what she's up to now.
00:23:02That car belongs to Mr. Yeats, the Lewis family butler.
00:23:07Oh.
00:23:09Lewis family?
00:23:11That's interesting.
00:23:13Could she be connected to them somehow?
00:23:16I'm not sure.
00:23:19Brian!
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.
00:23:39Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:23:41Teensy mistake, you say?
00:23:42You cheated on me.
00:23:44Is this your new fling?
00:23:50Ex-divorcey.
00:23:52Used a clean floor.
00:23:53It's quite the catch, you say.
00:23:56Look, my relationship with her is none of your business.
00:24:00And don't you dare talk about her like that.
00:24:03Please.
00:24:04An 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.
00:24:18If 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, 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.
00:24:48Well, well, well.
00:24:51Look who it is.
00:24:52What a surprise.
00:24:54Did Brian teach you already?
00:24:56That'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?
00:25:06Haven'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 nerve.
00:25:14After everything you've done, you think you can just waltz in here and manipulate them too?
00:25:18Well, seriously, I think you need to reconsider exactly who's manipulating who here.
00:25:25Oh, that's gold.
00:25:26You really think that they're going to let you in, Laura?
00:25:29Please, you're no one compared to me.
00:25:31You don't deserve to be here.
00:25:32The only ones who don't belong here are you three.
00:25:38And you, idiot, believing every lie that she tells you.
00:25:42Wake up, Ben.
00:25:43Oh, Laura!
00:25:45Laura, come on.
00:25:46Why 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.
00:25:53So stupid.
00:25:56Oh, shut your trap.
00:25:58Amber spoke directly with the CEO.
00:26:00He invited her to meet with the VPs before the main meeting.
00:26:04Yeah, 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.
00:26:23You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me.
00:26:26I 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?
00:26:36Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:26:37Ian Lewis personally gave me this invitation himself.
00:26:43And besides, this looks fake.
00:26:46She'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.
00:26:59They don't have a VIP elevator in this hotel.
00:27:01Is 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.
00:27:14Even the hotel staff can spot a fake.
00:27:17Go on.
00:27:17Get lost before things get worse.
00:27:22Here.
00:27:23Take this one.
00:27:24Lead me to the vice president's.
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!
00:27:46Security!
00:27:46We need this woman removed immediately.
00:27:48She is harassing me.
00:27:49We're done with your games, Laura.
00:27:50You're just a fraud.
00:27:52Man, play as a movie.
00:27:53What?
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?
00:28:07What other plans do you have to destroy this time?
00:28:09Get you out?
00:28:10After what you did to Laura, you had it coming.
00:28:13Don't play dumb.
00:28:15We 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.
00:28:24An affair?
00:28:26You think Laura and I?
00:28:28You people are unbelievable.
00:28:32Mr. Carter, get down here ASAP.
00:28:35We have a situation.
00:28:37What, you think you can just boss the manager around now?
00:28:39Is that it?
00:28:39We'll 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.
00:28:56Well, Mr. Carter, I can assure you, this woman is a cleaner.
00:28:59A cleaner?
00:29:00Nonsense.
00:29:00I personally agreed to Miss Lewis upon her arrival in Maplewood three years ago.
00:29:05Exactly.
00:29:07Lewis 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.
00:29:33No, it's a lie.
00:29:36Mr. Shepard, she's tricking you too.
00:29:40You know, it's exhausting trying to argue with people who forget who helped them.
00:29:47Mr. Carter, would you mind showing me to the VIP elevator?
00:29:51Wait, is that why you're covering for her?
00:29:53Huh? Because of the affair? Because she slept with you?
00:29:55Excuse me.
00:29:56Of course.
00:29:57Who are you and how dare you speak to Miss Lewis that way?
00:29:59Enough of this.
00:30:00That's enough.
00:30:01Have you ever 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.
00:30:11She shouldn't be here.
00:30:12Since you're having trouble understanding them, let me make it clear.
00:30:16This hotel is owned by the Lewis family.
00:30:21It's mine to come or go as I please.
00:30:29Thank you for stepping in, Brian.
00:30:31I owe you one.
00:30:33We'll talk about this later.
00:30:35Well, it seems divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision, Mr. Harris.
00:30:40Excuse me, Vice Presidents.
00:30:53I'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.
00:31:01Our 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?
00:31:23Ms. 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.
00:31:55This elevator is a VIP only.
00:31:57Back, please.
00:31:58Of course.
00:31:59My apologies.
00:32:01Laura?
00:32:07Laura?
00:32:09Vice-presidents!
00:32:11It'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.
00:32:39A big one.
00:32:40In just a few days.
00:32:41There's local 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?
00:33:02Well, Ms. Smith is a liar.
00:33:04There is no Maplewood branch, at least not yet.
00:33:07She lied so blatantly.
00:33:09It was unbelievable.
00:33:10Bob, don't worry.
00:33:11I found a much more suitable partner.
00:33:17Shepherd Group.
00:33:18Shepherd Group?
00:33:19Their rise to a public company has been impressive.
00:33:22Do you have anything to do with that?
00:33:25So, what happens now with this Amber Smith?
00:33:30Oh, don't worry about Amber.
00:33:34I've got plans for her.
00:33:36Ms. Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the legend from us.
00:33:47Cheers.
00:33:48Cheers.
00:33:58No, I'm not leaving.
00:34:00What are you talking about?
00:34:01No, come on.
00:34:01Wait!
00:34:02I'm Amber Smith.
00:34:03I'm the Lewis Group manager of Maplewood branch.
00:34:05What are you doing?
00:34:05These are my guests.
00:34:06Yeah, that's right.
00:34:07Tell them who we are.
00:34:08Yes, we were waiting for Ms. Smith.
00:34:12Lewis Group, Maplewood branch.
00:34:14No such thing, ma'am.
00:34:15And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:34:18Of course.
00:34:19Laura!
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, Kathy.
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.
00:34:43Whilst I secure three with all the vice presidents.
00:34:47And let's not forget the mystery guests that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:34:50Looks 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.
00:35:13New 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.
00:35:25Laura, I was formally invited by Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting.
00:35:30Only 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.
00:35:40You see, I'm not sure if you know Ms. Smith, but Lewis Group is my company.
00:35:47And I decide who goes to the meetings.
00:35:52Escort them out.
00:35:53What?
00:35:54Their visit is over.
00:35:55Oh, come on.
00:35:56This way, please.
00:35:58I'm not leaving.
00:36:00Move.
00:36:01We're not leaving again.
00:36:02Move.
00:36:02Oh, no, no, no.
00:36:03We're not going.
00:36:03Now.
00:36:04Okay, fine, fine.
00:36:05This isn't over, Laura.
00:36:06You'll see.
00:36:07Thanks for waiting, Ben.
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 going to be tricky.
00:36:31Why?
00:36:35I'm sure that Shepard Group got an invitation.
00:36:41Yes.
00:36:42Laura.
00:36:44There's something you should know.
00:36:47Is...
00:36:48Is this about Ben?
00:36:50Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems.
00:36:54He won't even get past security.
00:36:55Laura, it's not Ben.
00:37:00It's someone else.
00:37:03Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:37:08Yes.
00:37:10Her name is Chloe Duke.
00:37:13She is daughter of the Duke family.
00:37:17She's my ex-fiance.
00:37:18And, uh, let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:37:27And...
00:37:28Let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:37:32And for some reason,
00:37:34she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:36And...
00:37:39You think that she's going to cause problems at the meeting for...
00:37:46Out of...
00:37:49Jealousy?
00:37:51There's a possibility.
00:37:53She's kind of jealous.
00:37:55Well...
00:37:56All the more reason for you to be there.
00:38:00Besides...
00:38:01I'll be there too.
00:38:05Laura.
00:38:06Would you consider being, I guess, at the meeting?
00:38:12What?
00:38:13Are you worried that this Chloe's going to cause problems for me too?
00:38:17Maybe a little.
00:38:18But mostly,
00:38:20I want to show them we're a team.
00:38:22Well, it's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard.
00:38:28Laura.
00:38:33I don't care about your past.
00:38:34I just want to be by your side.
00:38:37I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:43Ryan.
00:38:43I appreciate your honesty.
00:38:52And right now, I'm just not...
00:38:55I just don't really have romance on my mind right now.
00:39:00Just with everything going on.
00:39:02And going on.
00:39:03It's okay.
00:39:03I just want to be up front.
00:39:06And if Chloe tries anything,
00:39:10you won't face her alone.
00:39:15There's just one thing I do need.
00:39:20What is it?
00:39:22A formal dress.
00:39:23Ah, security.
00:39:37She doesn't belong here.
00:39:38This is a private store.
00:39:40Excuse me.
00:39:41We need some assistance.
00:39:43I'm looking for a very particular dress.
00:39:48Wow.
00:39:49It's beautiful.
00:39:50It is.
00:39:52I'll try this one off.
00:39:54Don't bother with her.
00:39:55She can't afford anything here.
00:39:57She's just a cleaner.
00:39:58She doesn't deserve to shop here.
00:40:00She has no money.
00:40:03Yeah, exactly.
00:40:04I mean, what are you doing here?
00:40:06Can't you just leave me alone?
00:40:07I wouldn't bat an eyelash if you just disappeared.
00:40:10I'm here for retail therapy.
00:40:13Oh, please.
00:40:14This store is for the A-list only.
00:40:16Not 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.
00:40:25Just 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 booked.
00:40:32Oh, please.
00:40:33Come on, we'll take the dress.
00:40:34Sir, this particular dress is not for sale.
00:40:38Uh, what do you mean you don't sell it?
00:40:40I want it.
00:40:41Name your price.
00:40:42It's not about the price, ma'am.
00:40:44This one was custom made for Miss Lewis, the Lewis Group heiress.
00:40:48The entire brand belongs to her.
00:40:50This beautiful dress is for display purposes only.
00:40:54It wouldn't suit you anyway, Amber.
00:40:56What are you talking about?
00:40:58Of course it would suit her.
00:40:59It'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.
00:41:13Don't you know that this store belongs to Lewis Group?
00:41:16We wouldn't sell it to someone like you.
00:41:18Amber, you're not even a branch manager yet.
00:41:21You don't get to speak on behalf of Lewis Group.
00:41:22Could you please tell me more about this dress?
00:41:26Of course.
00:41:27Uh, it was custom made for Laura Lewis, heiress to the Lewis Group Fortune.
00:41:33And stitched in Italy, naturally.
00:41:36And apparently there are many more like it.
00:41:37This is where high-end stores and museums around the world from her private collection.
00:41:43Um, Laura, do you like this dress?
00:41:47Of course.
00:41:48It's custom made for me.
00:41:50I'm just here to take what's already mine.
00:41:53Oh, you can't be serious.
00:41:54There must be millions of Laura Lewis's out there in the world.
00:41:57Fine, fine.
00:41:59If it's not for sale, can't I at least try it on?
00:42:02It would look incredible on me.
00:42:03Miss, this dress is very delicate.
00:42:07If 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?
00:42:18How's that sound?
00:42:19Sir, are you serious?
00:42:20You would just buy the entire brand for one dress?
00:42:24This brand is worth at least $50 million.
00:42:27And to buy it for a waitress?
00:42:30Are 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.
00:42:43I'd like to speak with your head of acquisitions.
00:42:46I'm interested in purchasing your high fashion brand.
00:42:52What?
00:42:55Sorry, sir.
00:42:56That brand is not for sale.
00:42:59You see, if we can't have it, neither can you.
00:43:01Mr. Yates, yes, this is Laura Lewis.
00:43:08I'm calling to discuss the sale of our high-end clothing brand to Shepard Group.
00:43:15Oh, come on.
00:43:16Calling the Lewis family butler won't get you anywhere, sweetie.
00:43:19Exactly.
00:43:20Come on, this is pathetic.
00:43:21You really think this is going to work?
00:43:22It's sad.
00:43:23Excellent.
00:43:25Thank you, Mr. Yates.
00:43:26That's all.
00:43:27Yes?
00:43:38What?
00:43:39Are you willing to sell me the brand?
00:43:44Awesome.
00:43:45Hello?
00:43:50Yes?
00:43:52Wow.
00:43:53Yes, of course.
00:43:55Absolutely.
00:43:56Mm-hmm.
00:43:58This 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 up serious today, sir?
00:44:08Well, Laura, I don't know much about pressure, so I would like to give it 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.
00:44:18Don'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.
00:44:32I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:35Of course.
00:44:38Oh, come on.
00:44:39Sir?
00:44:40Ma'am?
00:44:40You're afraid I have to ask you to leave?
00:44:42Well, we're not leaving.
00:44:43Okay?
00:44:43Hey, hey, hey!
00:44:45This isn't over, Laura!
00:44:46Could I try the dress on now?
00:44:48Of course, Miss Lewis.
00:44:50You just follow me.
00:44:51Okay.
00:44:51Okay.
00:44:56Wow.
00:44:59Miss Lewis, this dress really was made for you.
00:45:05Laura, you look breath-taking in this dress.
00:45:09Brian, why would you do all of this for me?
00:45:16Laura, because you deserve everything beautiful in the world.
00:45:23And that includes this dress.
00:45:28Will you give us a chance to see where things could go?
00:45:32I...
00:45:32I need a moment.
00:45:35Perhaps we could talk some more about this after the investment meeting?
00:45:41Does that mean you could be a yes?
00:45:43Maybe.
00:45:50Hi.
00:45:50Well, well, well.
00:46:05Look who decided to join the party.
00:46:07Playing dress-up again, Laura?
00:46:09One more disrespectful remark towards Laura, Miss Smith.
00:46:12And you understand the meaning of rude.
00:46:14Are you threatening my girlfriend in front of everyone for this?
00:46:18This gold digger?
00:46:20You know, Ben, I really cared about you.
00:46:23Even 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.
00:46:29Maybe the shrinks in Maplewood aren't equipped to deal with your issues.
00:46:36Enough!
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 out of my face.
00:46:46Let's see if you two even make it past the door.
00:46:48Yeah.
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, your name is on the list.
00:47:06What?
00:47:06Looks like you two won't be getting let in after all.
00:47:10You don't have an invitation.
00:47:12You're just here because of Brian.
00:47:13Let 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?
00:47:25This appears to be a VIP invitation from the Vice President.
00:47:30Please, right this way.
00:47:32We can continue this discussion later.
00:47:34If you manage to get in.
00:47:40Sir, madam, we recommend you leave.
00:47:43There you are!
00:47:46How dare you steal my fiancée!
00:47:51There you are!
00:47:52How dare you steal my fiancée!
00:47:55Looks like another relationship fights the dust, Laura.
00:47:58Looks like stealing men is a hobby 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, Clay.
00:48:06That ended a long time ago.
00:48:08Engaged to you.
00:48:09Everyone in Maplewood knows what you did to Brian.
00:48:13Your relationship's history.
00:48:16That 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?
00:48:36Let's head inside.
00:48:39Brian!
00:48:40How 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.
00:48:51Shall we?
00:48:58You 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!
00:49:10She tore up my invitation.
00:49:13Do you think you can get me inside?
00:49:14What, your little manager title couldn't get you past the front door?
00:49:18Please don't waste my time.
00:49:40If I can't have Brian, neither can you.
00:49:55The duke family has more influence than you think.
00:49:59Chloe, good to see you.
00:50:01I've been expecting you.
00:50:02Uncle Jones, how are you?
00:50:04Good.
00:50:06I need your help with something.
00:50:08What is it?
00:50:09Anything for my little Chloe.
00:50:11It's Brian.
00:50:13Who's that woman?
00:50:15I thought you were...
00:50:16She's a con woman.
00:50:18She actually used to be a cleaner in his company.
00:50:20What?
00:50:22Are 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.
00:50:43I had no idea she would be so...
00:50:47intense.
00:50:50What do you mean?
00:50:51You so should have taken her up on her offer.
00:50:54I mean, you guys are just...
00:50:55Power 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...
00:51:15It'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?
00:51:34Who 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?
00:51:50Mr. 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.
00:52:31One more chance, Brian.
00:52:33Let's forget all this nonsense.
00:52:36Do it, Mr. Shepard.
00:52:38Propose right here, right now.
00:52:42Brian?
00:52:45Is this how the Duke family handles business deals?
00:52:49By forcing a ring on someone?
00:52:53Do it.
00:52:53Well, you can kiss goodbye all future investments with the Duke family.
00:53:02Don't you dare.
00:53:04You're humiliating yourself.
00:53:07Dare you?
00:53:08Do you really like this nobody from nowhere?
00:53:10Yes.
00:53:11Yes.
00:53:13Oh my God.
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.
00:53:34You do realize that there is no investment meeting without me?
00:53:39Interesting 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?
00:53:53You know what? Maybe you're right, Chloe.
00:53:58How ridiculous. Is that what you've been telling everyone?
00:54:02I'm sure that the Duke family still values cooperation, but wow.
00:54:09Did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe?
00:54:13You have no right to talk to Miss Duke like that.
00:54:16That's enough. You don't get to talk here.
00:54:19You got mad, Shepard. You 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?
00:54:33I 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?
00:54:42The Lewis Group isn't blacklisting anyone, especially not Shepard Group.
00:54:51Lewis Group RS? You? Don't make me laugh.
00:54:57Security! Remove these two impostors from the premises.
00:55:01Wait, Uncle Jones. Give Brian another chance.
00:55:05Choose, Brian.
00:55:06Me and the future you deserve.
00:55:09Or 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, Maplewood.
00:55:23Fine.
00:55:29Short the stock of the Shepard Group.
00:55:30What?
00:55:31You forced my hand, Brian.
00:55:36Now Shepard Group is ruined.
00:55:38The Duke family.
00:55:39They can't be serious.
00:55:40Shepard Group is doomed.
00:55:42Brian.
00:55:43You don't have to do this for me.
00:55:46Laura.
00:55:48I will never let anyone bully you.
00:55:51Let alone them.
00:55:52Thank you, Brian.
00:55:54For...
00:55:55For believing in me.
00:55:57For protecting me.
00:56:00Now it's my turn
00:56:02to protect you.
00:56:09Listen carefully.
00:56:12I need you to protect
00:56:13the Shepard Group stock
00:56:14at all costs.
00:56:17Don't let it drop
00:56:18even one cent.
00:56:22Do you understand?
00:56:23Wow.
00:56:25Award-winning performance, Laura.
00:56:27But you can't possibly
00:56:28control the stock.
00:56:30Want to put your
00:56:31money where your mouth is, Chloe?
00:56:34If
00:56:35the Shepard stock holds
00:56:38for the next
00:56:41five minutes,
00:56:44you owe me
00:56:45a public apology.
00:56:47deal.
00:56:56Well,
00:56:57looks like your
00:56:59five minutes
00:57:01is up.
00:57:02Let's see how the
00:57:03Shepard stock is doing.
00:57:04What the?
00:57:10The Shepard Group stock
00:57:11prices?
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
00:57:23short the stock
00:57:23like I asked?
00:57:25There was a huge
00:57:26investment.
00:57:27We couldn't compete.
00:57:28Shepard's stock price
00:57:29is being heavily
00:57:30supported.
00:57:30How did you do this?
00:57:34Like I said,
00:57:35Chloe,
00:57:36I'm
00:57:38Laura Lewis.
00:57:40But you're not.
00:57:41You're just some
00:57:42clean-up.
00:57:42You don't have
00:57:42access to billions.
00:57:45Well,
00:57:46I think it's time
00:57:47for my apology.
00:57:54No.
00:57:55I think it's time
00:57:56for my apology.
00:57:57There is no way
00:57:58I'm apologizing to you.
00:58:00If things were
00:58:01the other way,
00:58:01would you be so
00:58:02quick to forgive me?
00:58:04Chloe,
00:58:05the truth is
00:58:06everyone here
00:58:09has seen you
00:58:10be a bully
00:58:11and a coward
00:58:12and now
00:58:14a sore
00:58:16loser.
00:58:18This is so
00:58:19humiliating for her.
00:58:21How did she manage
00:58:22that?
00:58:23Maybe she really
00:58:23is a Lewis.
00:58:25Apologize to
00:58:26Miss Lewis.
00:58:27Shut up.
00:58:28Don't you dare
00:58:29talk about
00:58:30Miss Duke like that.
00:58:32Don't forget,
00:58:33the Duke family
00:58:33owned half of
00:58:34Maplewood.
00:58:35You're going to
00:58:35lose it,
00:58:36please.
00:58:37Let's get out of here.
00:58:39Hold on.
00:58:41This
00:58:41is where I belong.
00:58:44And that
00:58:45is my chair.
00:58:48You can't go there.
00:58:49That is the
00:58:49VIP section.
00:58:51Only those
00:58:52invited by the
00:58:53Lewis Group
00:58:53Vice Presidents
00:58:54get to sit there.
00:58:56Like I said,
00:58:57Chloe,
00:58:58that's my seat.
00:59:05Had a rumor
00:59:06floating around
00:59:07a few days ago.
00:59:08Seems Miss Lewis
00:59:10caused quite a scene
00:59:11at a signing ceremony
00:59:12between her ex
00:59:14and Mr. Shepard,
00:59:16wasn't it?
00:59:17Are you planning
00:59:18another outburst,
00:59:19Laura?
00:59:19Is this how you
00:59:20charm all your men?
00:59:21Shall we?
00:59:22My pleasure.
00:59:25What are you doing?
00:59:27Let go.
00:59:29It doesn't matter
00:59:29what happens.
00:59:30I choose to stay
00:59:31by Laura's side.
00:59:33Let's go.
00:59:35Don't be absurd.
00:59:36That seat is
00:59:37reserved for a
00:59:38very important
00:59:38guest.
00:59:40Someone so
00:59:41esteemed,
00:59:42even the Vice
00:59:43Presidents
00:59:43have to bow low.
00:59:47And
00:59:47how
00:59:49exactly,
00:59:50Mr. Jones?
00:59:52Are you so sure
00:59:53that I'm
00:59:54not that esteemed
00:59:55guest?
00:59:56Wait,
00:59:57that's Peter Young,
00:59:58director of business
00:59:58affairs at
00:59:59Lewis Group.
01:00:04Oh, it's Peter Young.
01:00:05He decides which
01:00:06he's going to say.
01:00:06Mr. Young,
01:00:07it's Chloe Duke,
01:00:08head of Duke Industries.
01:00:10So glad you could join us.
01:00:11Why is everyone
01:00:11standing around?
01:00:12It's her.
01:00:13She's making a huge
01:00:14scene trying to claim
01:00:15the VIP seat.
01:00:17It's embarrassing.
01:00:18That seat's reserved
01:00:19for the Lewis Group
01:00:20VIP guest.
01:00:22Specifically the
01:00:22family heir.
01:00:24Please get off the
01:00:25stage.
01:00:26Oh, yes.
01:00:28Mr. Young,
01:00:29was it?
01:00:30I think I remember
01:00:31you.
01:00:31You manage
01:00:32my family's
01:00:33investments.
01:00:35Don't pretend
01:00:36like you know
01:00:37what's going on.
01:00:38Please get off the
01:00:39stage.
01:00:40That seat's reserved
01:00:41for the Lewis family
01:00:41heir.
01:00:42I need to make
01:00:43one thing
01:00:44crystal clear.
01:00:50I
01:00:50am the heir
01:00:53of the Lewis family.
01:00:58This is ridiculous.
01:01:00You,
01:01:01the Lewis heir.
01:01:02Don't you know
01:01:03that Miss Lewis
01:01:03is a legend around here?
01:01:05You must be out
01:01:06of your mind
01:01:06trusting a complete
01:01:07stranger like this.
01:01:08Exactly.
01:01:09We ran a background
01:01:10check on her
01:01:11and it turns out
01:01:12she's just some
01:01:12cleaner that used
01:01:13to work for the
01:01:14Harrison Group.
01:01:15Before that,
01:01:16I could see her
01:01:17in my family's
01:01:18supermarket.
01:01:19See, Brian?
01:01:20This is who you've
01:01:21been chasing after.
01:01:22A liar and a cheat.
01:01:24Security,
01:01:25get this imposter
01:01:26out of here.
01:01:27And everyone
01:01:27here is a witness.
01:01:29Why would any
01:01:30of you trust
01:01:30Laura?
01:01:32If any of you
01:01:33dares to harm her,
01:01:35you have to go
01:01:36through me first.
01:01:38Brian,
01:01:39she's just a
01:01:39nobody.
01:01:41She's just someone
01:01:42that the
01:01:42Harrison Group
01:01:43ditched.
01:01:44They didn't even
01:01:45want her.
01:01:46What exactly
01:01:46do you see in her?
01:01:47Escort this imposter
01:01:48out of here.
01:01:49Now.
01:01:51Oh, Peter.
01:01:59Peter,
01:02:00do you have any
01:02:01idea what you're
01:02:02doing?
01:02:03Mr. Yates,
01:02:05I'm so glad
01:02:05you could join us.
01:02:08Miss Lewis,
01:02:10sorry about the delay
01:02:11and for all the
01:02:12trouble you've had
01:02:13to put up with.
01:02:14It's no trouble,
01:02:16Mr. Yates.
01:02:17Luckily,
01:02:17I haven't been alone.
01:02:18I've had the great
01:02:20company of my
01:02:21very loyal
01:02:22friend.
01:02:25Wait a minute.
01:02:26She's Miss Lewis.
01:02:27Is this a joke?
01:02:29Mr. Young,
01:02:29you're new
01:02:31to the Lewis Group
01:02:31so I can
01:02:33understand why
01:02:33you wouldn't
01:02:34recognize Miss Lewis.
01:02:36But you listened
01:02:37to lies without
01:02:38checking the facts
01:02:38and almost
01:02:41called the police.
01:02:43Tell me,
01:02:45Mr. Young,
01:02:45who put you
01:02:46up to this?
01:02:48Was it my
01:02:48uncle,
01:02:49Ian Lewis?
01:02:49I knew it.
01:02:57Consider this
01:02:58your termination.
01:03:01I get it now.
01:03:02This is all
01:03:03an act,
01:03:04right?
01:03:05Chloe,
01:03:05what are you doing?
01:03:06We still want to
01:03:06work with the Lewis
01:03:07family.
01:03:07Work with them?
01:03:08Are you blind?
01:03:09This woman is clearly
01:03:10having an affair
01:03:11with this old man.
01:03:13That's enough,
01:03:13young lady.
01:03:14You've got no right
01:03:15to disrespect the
01:03:16head of the Lewis
01:03:17Group.
01:03:17Oh,
01:03:20Chloe,
01:03:21I can't believe
01:03:21we're going
01:03:22through this again.
01:03:23I think you need
01:03:24some professional
01:03:25help.
01:03:26Maybe I could
01:03:27make you an appointment
01:03:28with a great
01:03:28psychiatrist.
01:03:29Chloe,
01:03:30that's enough.
01:03:31It's ridiculous.
01:03:32If you were really
01:03:33the Lewis family heir,
01:03:34you would have
01:03:34the ring.
01:03:35So why don't you
01:03:36show it to everyone?
01:03:37Show us the ring!
01:03:42Why don't you
01:03:42show that to everyone?
01:03:44Show us the ring!
01:03:46Show us the ring!
01:03:46Who?
01:03:47are you
01:03:48to make demands
01:03:49of me?
01:03:50I don't answer
01:03:51to anyone
01:03:51but myself.
01:03:54I don't need
01:03:55any
01:03:56of your validation.
01:04:00Oh,
01:04:00there's a ring!
01:04:05Vice Presidents!
01:04:06I'm Chloe Duke
01:04:08of the Duke family.
01:04:09This woman
01:04:09is an imposter!
01:04:11Miss Lewis,
01:04:12we apologise
01:04:13for the delay.
01:04:14How could you
01:04:15just let that
01:04:15con woman sit there?
01:04:17Get her out of here!
01:04:18This seat
01:04:19was always
01:04:19for Miss Lewis.
01:04:21She's the special
01:04:22guest we've been
01:04:23waiting for.
01:04:25The investment
01:04:25queen.
01:04:27The real
01:04:27heir to
01:04:28Lewis Group.
01:04:30Laura Lewis!
01:04:31She's a divorced
01:04:32host wife,
01:04:33a janitor.
01:04:34How can she?
01:04:35She can't be!
01:04:35It's a lie!
01:04:36I'm telling you,
01:04:37it's a lie!
01:04:38Do you think
01:04:38we'd lie?
01:04:40We run
01:04:41Lewis Group!
01:04:42Oh,
01:04:43Chloe,
01:04:44you
01:04:44assaulted me
01:04:45earlier.
01:04:46and you
01:04:48came to this
01:04:48meeting to
01:04:49what?
01:04:50Sabotage it.
01:04:52You'll be
01:04:53hearing from
01:04:53our legal team.
01:04:57Is this
01:04:58true,
01:04:58Mr?
01:04:59Did you
01:04:59try and
01:05:00sabotage
01:05:00this meeting?
01:05:02Yes,
01:05:03it's all
01:05:04true.
01:05:04She fooled
01:05:05us all.
01:05:06The Duke
01:05:06tricked us
01:05:07to keep
01:05:08Lewis Group
01:05:08out of
01:05:09Maplewood
01:05:10and control
01:05:10everything
01:05:11themselves.
01:05:12I had no
01:05:12idea.
01:05:14But I'm
01:05:14on your
01:05:14side.
01:05:16I can
01:05:16give you
01:05:17everything
01:05:17you need.
01:05:18All the
01:05:19resources
01:05:19in Maplewood.
01:05:20Miss Lewis,
01:05:21how would
01:05:22you like
01:05:22us to
01:05:22deal with
01:05:23this?
01:05:24An
01:05:25eye
01:05:25for
01:05:26an
01:05:26eye.
01:05:29Since
01:05:29Miss Duke
01:05:31here
01:05:32loves
01:05:33ruining
01:05:34things,
01:05:35I'll
01:05:36target her
01:05:37precious
01:05:37Duke
01:05:38Industries.
01:05:40I want
01:05:41them bankrupt
01:05:42in ten
01:05:42minutes.
01:05:44You're
01:05:44bluffing.
01:05:45you're
01:05:46nobody.
01:05:46You'll
01:05:47always be
01:05:47a nobody
01:05:48and you
01:05:48can't
01:05:49touch
01:05:49me.
01:05:50Then
01:05:50consider
01:05:51this
01:05:51a test,
01:05:53Chloe.
01:05:54I didn't
01:05:54need my
01:05:55family's
01:05:55support
01:05:56with
01:05:56Shepard
01:05:56and I
01:05:57certainly
01:05:58don't
01:05:58need it
01:05:58now.
01:05:58Chloe,
01:05:59you dug
01:06:01your own
01:06:01grave.
01:06:02You
01:06:02think
01:06:02you can
01:06:03destroy
01:06:04Maplewood's
01:06:04leading
01:06:05family
01:06:05with just
01:06:05the
01:06:06Shepard
01:06:06group?
01:06:07Please.
01:06:08Hmm.
01:06:10We'll
01:06:11see.
01:06:11Dad?
01:06:18Slow
01:06:18down.
01:06:19What are
01:06:19you talking
01:06:20about?
01:06:22No.
01:06:24It's
01:06:24impossible.
01:06:26Chloe,
01:06:26what have
01:06:27you done?
01:06:28Years of
01:06:28hard work,
01:06:29destroyed in
01:06:30minutes.
01:06:34What did
01:06:35you do?
01:06:36Well,
01:06:38Chloe,
01:06:39isn't this
01:06:40what you
01:06:41wanted?
01:06:41To give
01:06:42me a little
01:06:42taste of
01:06:43destruction?
01:06:44This is
01:06:44impossible.
01:06:46It's
01:06:47impossible!
01:06:48Chloe,
01:06:49what have
01:06:49you done?
01:06:50The news
01:06:51is everywhere.
01:06:53Shepard's
01:06:53launched a
01:06:53full-scale
01:06:54assault on
01:06:54the stock
01:06:55market.
01:06:56They're
01:06:56hammering
01:06:57our
01:06:57shares.
01:06:58Are you
01:06:59sure it's
01:06:59just Shepard's?
01:07:00Yes!
01:07:01Shareholders
01:07:01are dumping
01:07:02our stock
01:07:03like it's
01:07:03a hot
01:07:04potato.
01:07:05We could
01:07:05go bankrupt.
01:07:06You've
01:07:07ruined
01:07:07everything!
01:07:08Don't
01:07:08worry,
01:07:09Mr. Duke.
01:07:09When your
01:07:11company does
01:07:11go bankrupt,
01:07:13I'll buy it
01:07:13at a fire
01:07:14sale price.
01:07:15Your employees
01:07:16won't even
01:07:16be affected.
01:07:17Brilliant!
01:07:18A master
01:07:19stroke,
01:07:19Ms. Lewis.
01:07:21Now,
01:07:22this is
01:07:24my event.
01:07:26Please leave.
01:07:27Brian,
01:07:27I did
01:07:28this for
01:07:28us!
01:07:29Everything
01:07:30I did,
01:07:30I did
01:07:30for us,
01:07:31Brian!
01:07:34Chloe,
01:07:34you need
01:07:36help.
01:07:37These feelings
01:07:38you have
01:07:38for me,
01:07:39it's not
01:07:40love.
01:07:41It's
01:07:42obsession.
01:07:43Enough.
01:07:45If you
01:07:45don't want to
01:07:45ruin everything
01:07:46completely,
01:07:47you'll come
01:07:47with me
01:07:48right now.
01:07:50Luke!
01:07:51Right
01:07:51now!
01:07:52Dad! Dad!
01:07:54Dad!
01:08:00Lara! This isn't Armas!
01:08:03Get out of me!
01:08:05What is going on here?
01:08:11Did they finally expose Lara's lies?
01:08:13Shepard Group. They're the new partner that's partnering up with Lewis Group from Maplewood.
01:08:18They're handling all future construction projects.
01:08:21That can't be. What about us? That was our project.
01:08:25Remember, Lara teamed up with Brian.
01:08:27Harrison Group is practically out. We 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 the new heir.
01:08:40You're right. If we can just meet with the 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.
01:08:50That's right.
01:08:55Vice Presidents, allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:09:01I'm sure I've met you before.
01:09:03Mr. Shepard, finally a pleasure to meet you.
01:09:05We've looked into your company's financial review.
01:09:09Very impressive. Thank you. Thank you, but a large part of the success is thanks to Ms. Lewis.
01:09:17No.
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' recommendation is very telling, Mr. Shepard. Perhaps today clarifies everything.
01:09:32Mr. Shepard, this opportunity is gone. Seize it. A woman like Laura is not easy to find.
01:09:41Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:09:43Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:09:53Laura? Hardly. I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:10:04So you're Laura's uncle?
01:10:05In the flesh.
01:10:06So Laura really is your niece?
01:10:09Yes, little Laura. She just threw away her birthright about two, three years ago.
01:10:16Ran off and married a nobody from Maplewood. I 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?
01:10:28And we can't let that happen, can we, my dear?
01:10:31If you're Ian Lewis, wouldn't you have the family ring?
01:10:35Well, my dear, that's where you come in, Miss Duke. We need you to relinquish my ring.
01:10:41What if I, what if I fail? My family is already ruined.
01:10:46Yes, you are in a spot of bother, I must say.
01:10:50But, 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. How 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.
01:11:13Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:11:21Laura.
01:11:22So good to see you.
01:11:23And you, it's been too long, two, three years perhaps. How have you been?
01:11:29I've been well, Uncle Ian. Thank 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. I mean, after you left me with everything to do, without a safe pair of hands, I hate to think it would have happened to the company.
01:11:47Actually, Uncle Ian, from what I've heard, you've lost billions with some questionable investment decisions.
01:11:56Yes. Minor mistakes. Minor.
01:11:59Don't worry, Uncle Ian. I won't hold it against you.
01:12:02Good. Well, cheers to you coming back here. And the Lewis Group.
01:12:09The Lewis Group.
01:12:11Oh!
01:12:12I'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.
01:12:23Of course. Right away. Just down to the left.
01:12:28Use it wisely.
01:12:34Oh, I will.
01:12:50Hey, Laura. How's that?
01:12:52Hello, Brian. Your 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.
01:13:02Listen, Chloe. Don't hurt her. Please. I'll do anything.
01:13:10Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs. Now. Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:13:22Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:13:25Oh, thank goodness you've cleared up. I am sorry. How clumsy. And don't forget your phone. I retrieved it for you.
01:13:35Oh.
01:13:36Lovely 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.
01:13:42At the banquet.
01:13:43At the banquet.
01:13:44I'll see you then.
01:13:45Will do. Looking forward to it.
01:13:50Laura!
01:13:51Laura!
01:13:52Where are you?
01:13:53Laura!
01:13:54Laura!
01:13:55Where are you?
01:13:57Laura!
01:13:58Laura, where are you?
01:14:01Laura!
01:14:03I got you.
01:14:07You 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?
01:14:27Where are you, Laura?
01:14:28Laura?
01:14:29Go shut your mouth.
01:14:31Chloe.
01:14:32What have you done?
01:14:34Are you out of your mind?
01:14:35Out 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.
01:14:41You were the one who messed up!
01:14:43Brian!
01:14:44Laura!
01:14:47Stay where you are.
01:14:48You better not alone.
01:14:51Shut this knife, Chloe.
01:14:53This is insane!
01:14:54Insane?
01:14:55I did this for us, Brian!
01:14:58We 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, kid that thing is a very serious event.
01:15:09They're gonna lock you up for years!
01:15:11You think I care about jail time?
01:15:14All I care about is tearing you apart!
01:15:17You don't deserve him!
01:15:19What have you done?
01:15:21You've destroyed my life!
01:15:23My company, everything!
01:15:26Now I'm gonna destroy your life!
01:15:29Forgive me!
01:15:30Family ring now!
01:15:31Give it to me!
01:15:32This is about the ring!
01:15:35Did my Uncle Ian put you up to this?
01:15:37You know, Chloe, trying to kill me, that's foolish.
01:15:45Because who do you think is gonna win?
01:15:48You?
01:15:49That little knife?
01:15:50Or...
01:15:52Me?
01:15:54Something a little bit more persuasive.
01:15:56No!
01:15:57No!
01:15:58No!
01:15:59No!
01:16:04Freeze!
01:16:05Don't move anyone!
01:16:09Don't move!
01:16:11You're about to be arrested for kidnapping.
01:16:14Miss Lewis?
01:16:15Having fun without me?
01:16:17I'm hurt.
01:16:21Are you hurt?
01:16:22I'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 gonna kill me anyway!
01:16:35Chloe, I don't have a problem with you.
01:16:38But if you don't talk,
01:16:41your 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.
01:16:52Or face the consequences.
01:16:54Fine.
01:16:55It 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?
01:17:05I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:17:09Oh, every word, Miss Lewis.
01:17:12Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:17:21This is crazy.
01:17:24Are we really sure we can do this?
01:17:27All these big companies here.
01:17:28It's crazy.
01:17:30Absolutely.
01:17:32The Lewis Group is under new leadership.
01:17:34We can talk to the heiress herself.
01:17:36Exactly.
01:17:37We just need to make sure we make a good impression on the new heir.
01:17:40There's Ian Lewis now.
01:17:42You can introduce us. Let's go.
01:17:43Yeah.
01:17:46Hello, Ian Lewis. I'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.
01:17:56Miss Smith, you're the one who exposed Laura's little drama.
01:17:59Now, look, I'm not here for idle chatter.
01:18:01Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Can 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.
01:18:27Look, everybody, attention. Attention, please.
01:18:33There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:18:38I just got noticed from a phone call a couple of minutes ago
01:18:42that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:18:45And tragically, she hasn't made it.
01:18:48She has not survived.
01:18:53What? 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?
01:19:13Laura!
01:19:14I don't understand. What's happening?
01:19:20Laura? But weren't you...
01:19:24My apologies for the delay, everyone.
01:19:28There seems to be some...
01:19:30misunderstanding.
01:19:31Laura, what are you doing here?
01:19:33You've got to stop this.
01:19:34If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:19:37I'll save this once. Back off, then.
01:19:38Thank you for coming, everyone.
01:19:39As I'm sure you know, tonight, I officially reclaim my title as the CEO of Lewis Group.
01:19:55Perhaps you 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 why don't we get this started?
01:20:11No. You're not the rightful heir.
01:20:14You gave that away when you married Ben Harrison.
01:20:16Uncle 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 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.
01:20:38No. There can only be one heir, and that's me. And 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.
01:20:57This?
01:20:58Yes.
01:20:59You 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. Not some stupid ring.
01:21:13My ring? What have you done? Where is it?
01:21:18My ring?
01:21:20Now, 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.
01:21:29Talk.
01:21:33Perfect.
01:21:35Fine. It was Ian Lewis. He said he'd help drinking the streets if I kept you away from the bankers today.
01:21:44Oh, quite the spectacle, Miss Lewis. Security, escort him out. And Ian, don't fall over.
01:21:52It's all lies. It's all lies. Fakery. It's fake news.
01:21:55The proof is clear. Get him out of here. Now.
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.
01:22:12Luckily, these past few days I've had Mr. Shepherd by my side.
01:22:18And 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?
01:22:40Laura, hold on. This was never my idea. This was all Cathy and Amber's fault. I don't want a divorce.
01:22:46What? Then what are you saying? You came to me first.
01:22:50Classic Ben. Something goes wrong and you start pointing the fingers at all the women in your life.
01:22:56Just don't shut Harrison Group out. Just give me another chance.
01:22:59How could I shut you out? I'm just a cleaner. Remember? I'm just a useless housewife. I don't have that power.
01:23:08What are you talking about? What? No, come on. Sorry. No, please. No.
01:23:12Um, Mr. Shepherd? Yes, Ms. Lewis?
01:23:19I was wondering if maybe you wanted to grab dinner sometime on me.
01:23:29Ms. Lewis, I would love to.
01:23:42I'm sorry.
Recommended
1:03:47
|
Up next
1:25:15
1:22:15
1:22:15
3:43:32
1:11:48
1:27:51
1:52:29
1:42:39
1:25:20
1:58:46
1:23:32