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Surrogate For My Ex's
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00:00:00Surrogacy, what's surrogacy?
00:00:02Harvard Business School, MBA, top of class.
00:00:06As for intimate matters,
00:00:11I can assure you performance has never been an issue.
00:00:15Three years I've loved him.
00:00:17Everyone tells me Ethan will never change.
00:00:19But they don't see the real Ethan.
00:00:22I know he loves me.
00:00:30Oh my god! Three years I've wasted on you!
00:00:36I'm not gonna let you take this from me too.
00:00:39I don't need a man to make my dreams come true.
00:00:42One appointment, one sperm donor, I can have a baby of my own.
00:00:49Understand this clearly. We'll be parents, nothing more.
00:00:53Surrogacy. Five generations of Crawford dignity.
00:01:02Destroyed by tabloid gossip.
00:01:05Adrian, I can make all of this disappear.
00:01:10Perfect couple, right? Until...
00:01:14All you have to do is remember who you really belong with.
00:01:18That's for every lie you just told.
00:01:21It's your fault!
00:01:22You really plan to get rid of him.
00:01:27Get up!
00:01:35Three years.
00:01:36Three years I've loved him.
00:01:39Everyone tells me Ethan will never change.
00:01:41That a man like him only loves himself.
00:01:46But they don't see the real Ethan.
00:01:48I know he loves me.
00:01:51Thank you so much. I really, really appreciate it.
00:01:55Tonight, it will be our big night.
00:01:57And I'll give him all of me.
00:02:00We'll make a beautiful baby together.
00:02:02A family of our own.
00:02:04A family of our own.
00:02:18I'm so sorry.
00:02:19Is it really?
00:02:29So ken...
00:02:32Uh?
00:02:33Oh no...
00:02:43I'm so sorry.
00:02:44Oh, my God.
00:03:14Oh, my God.
00:03:35Voila, you're early.
00:03:39Why so shocked, babe?
00:03:40You're always talking about wanting to try new things.
00:03:44Come and join us.
00:03:53Three years.
00:03:54Three years I wasted on you!
00:03:57God, I'm such an idiot!
00:04:00To think I was going to have a baby with you!
00:04:05Baby?
00:04:06Sweetheart, you wouldn't even put out after three years and now you're thinking about playing mommy?
00:04:13Though, if you're finally ready to spread those legs...
00:04:18These lovely ladies can show you how it's done.
00:04:23Screw you!
00:04:25I'm not going to let you take this from me, too.
00:04:42You know what?
00:04:43I don't need a man to make my dreams come true.
00:04:46One appointment, one sperm donor.
00:04:48I can have a baby of my own.
00:04:50Six months to produce an heir or I lose control of Crawford Industries to my nephew.
00:05:04Everything I've built over the last decade, gone.
00:05:07The surrogate candidates are all, for all the words, uh, Ivy League are educated, impeccable health histories.
00:05:15I don't need their resumes, Thompson.
00:05:17I need someone who won't turn this into a media circus.
00:05:20Find me someone who knows your place and will disappear after delivery.
00:05:23You have to come.
00:05:41Ah!
00:05:42Ah!
00:05:42Ah!
00:05:42Ah!
00:05:42Ah!
00:05:43To be continued...
00:06:13To be continued...
00:06:43To be continued...
00:07:13I don't care if you're Brad Pitt.
00:07:15I need to know your reproductive history.
00:07:18So, sexual partners in the last six months?
00:07:22Mr. Crofton, I can show her out.
00:07:25Tom, leave us.
00:07:27What are you doing?
00:07:32Making sure this interview is more thorough.
00:07:35Harvard Business School, MBA, top of class.
00:07:47No family history of genetic disorders.
00:07:49I work you out five times a week.
00:07:52As for intimate matters, I can assure you performance has never been an issue.
00:08:03Now Thompson is gone, are you comfortable to share yours?
00:08:06Um, yes.
00:08:08Of course.
00:08:10I'm perfectly healthy too.
00:08:14No genetic disorders.
00:08:16And I get regular checkups.
00:08:18Um, I've even been taking prenatal vitamins.
00:08:23You really do seem like the perfect match.
00:08:27Good.
00:08:28Now, regarding compensation, what figure did you have in mind?
00:08:34Well, I was thinking around $800.
00:08:39Eight hundred.
00:08:40I expected the fee to be significantly higher.
00:08:46I know, I know it's not a lot of money, but considering the quality, um, I could, I could help, I can do paperwork, whatever.
00:08:55Topton, bring in the contracts.
00:09:05All of this?
00:09:07Seriously?
00:09:07Take your time to review, but the key point is after birth, the child stays with me.
00:09:15No contact.
00:09:18You want to keep my baby?
00:09:20Are you insane?
00:09:26That's standard procedure for surrogacy arrangements.
00:09:30Surrogacy?
00:09:31Surrogacy.
00:09:32The position you're interviewing for.
00:09:34Interview?
00:09:35I'm hated by sperm.
00:09:37You came to what?
00:09:39Uh, I thought you were a donor.
00:09:41That's why I was asking you all the questions about the history and stuff.
00:09:45I thought you were here to be my surrogate.
00:09:49Right.
00:09:49Um, well, I guess, I guess I've, um, made a mistake, so I'm just gonna go.
00:09:55Wait!
00:09:55A million dollars for carrying my child.
00:10:02I want my own baby, Mr. Crawford, not somebody else's.
00:10:10Ah, you might need that.
00:10:12Clean this up.
00:10:21Bring in the next.
00:10:30Hello?
00:10:31Miss Reed, your father.
00:10:33You need to come now.
00:10:35Okay, I'm coming here.
00:10:36Doctor, how is he?
00:10:58How is my father?
00:11:00The cancer has spread aggressively without immediate treatment.
00:11:03Then, then do something.
00:11:05Save him.
00:11:06Is there, is there a treatment you can do?
00:11:09Uh, there is a new treatment.
00:11:11Okay, then, then let's do it.
00:11:13But maybe it's, uh, quite expensive.
00:11:15How much?
00:11:16Around one million dollars.
00:11:18A million dollars?
00:11:20Yes.
00:11:20Can I get a, a, a loan or something?
00:11:24Actually, this is a new technology.
00:11:27And there is no loan policy.
00:11:28Sorry.
00:11:28Sorry.
00:11:28Sorry.
00:11:40Oh.
00:11:45Oh.
00:11:50Oh.
00:11:51Oh.
00:11:53Oh.
00:11:54Oh.
00:11:54Oh.
00:11:55Oh.
00:11:58this is the last batch yes sir the blonde want to know about ring sizes and brunette
00:12:16asked about moving in and the redhead all of them want the crawford name
00:12:22no one's qualified she was refreshing no pretense no schemes but she wasn't even here
00:12:35for surrogacy sometimes the best candidate isn't looking for the job
00:12:39hello
00:12:52I'm Adrian Crawford
00:13:05I've been thinking
00:13:06about yesterday I may have been a bit hasty you're reconsidering don't sound so smug about
00:13:16it I have my reasons as do I I'd like to propose a modification to the original terms what kind
00:13:27of modification joint custody you wouldn't be just carrying the child you'd be the baby's
00:13:33mother why would you agree to that you're honest direct no hidden agenda qualities I want in my
00:13:42child's mother
00:13:42so I'd really get to be a part of the baby's life yes but understand this clearly will be parents
00:13:49nothing more no romantic entanglements no emotional expectations
00:13:56father the board is getting impatient have you considered the arrangements I suggested I've already made my own plans
00:14:15I've already chosen my fiancee
00:14:29what we'll discuss this at dinner
00:14:31did I just get promoted from surrogate to fiancee
00:14:39correct me if I'm wrong but didn't you just say just parents nothing more
00:14:48the situation requires adaptation
00:14:53hmm is that ceo talk for I change my mind
00:14:57we need a convincing story you'll be staying at my house during the pregnancy
00:15:01and after the baby comes we'll arrange for an amicable separation
00:15:05continue parenting and I'll uh arrange for any additional compensation for the complexity
00:15:11the original amount is fine but I am gonna need it soon
00:15:30welcome to the family miss reed
00:15:37welcome to the family
00:15:41i think my whole apartment could fit in this entryway
00:15:54well well well missed me so much you tracked me down
00:16:03can't get over me huh
00:16:04following me here like a lost puppy
00:16:09following you why would I what are you doing here
00:16:13sweetheart this is my family's house i'm sure you know that
00:16:19you never let me have sex with you but look at you now sneaking into my house
00:16:25finally realize what you're missing baby
00:16:27get your hands off me you creep
00:16:30playing hard to get used to be cute but now
00:16:33come on baby we both know this is what you came here for
00:16:38uncle what are you doing get your filthy hands off my fiance
00:16:44your your what fiance
00:16:50fiance how could she be your fiance she's just watch your mouth
00:16:55show some respect to your future aunt
00:17:00this is crazy you seriously don't know i won't repeat myself stay away from my fiance
00:17:07one more word you can kiss that trust fund goodbye
00:17:19you're all right yeah so ethan he's your nephew
00:17:35and he's your well he was he's kinda he was my boyfriend i mean ex-boyfriend i mean like extremely
00:17:45ex ex-boyfriend i see
00:17:50thompson will bring your things in shortly
00:17:57um so where am i staying
00:18:02here
00:18:04what unless you prefer explaining to the staff why the happy couple
00:18:08sleep in separate rooms oh of course fake engagement real roommates
00:18:17don't worry i'll be a perfect gentleman
00:18:29what are you doing this is the line don't cross it
00:18:51ever for sure
00:18:55good
00:18:59oh
00:19:12my plan worked perfectly
00:19:17wait how did i
00:19:27go
00:19:29sorry are you okay
00:19:31fine continue
00:19:42stay on your side
00:19:43Lila, wake up.
00:19:55Lila, please.
00:20:13Control.
00:20:17You just need control.
00:20:35Sorry, didn't see you there.
00:20:39You're always in the way.
00:20:45Ah, my brother's mysterious fiancé.
00:20:49Mrs. Crawford.
00:20:51Catherine, please. We're family now. Supposedly.
00:20:55Helen, tea, please.
00:20:57Yes, Mrs. Crawford.
00:21:01So tell me, dear, how did you and Adrian meet exactly?
00:21:05Through mutual friends.
00:21:08Oh, really? Mutual friends.
00:21:12Dear, what friend of Adrian's would possibly move in your social circles?
00:21:20Unless this is more of a business arrangement?
00:21:24I'm sorry?
00:21:26Well, a girl of your position.
00:21:30Surely some negotiation was involved.
00:21:32The only negotiation was whether I would take his last name or keep my own.
00:21:38Next weekend is our family dinner, and as Adrian's fiancé, your presence is required.
00:21:52I'd be honored.
00:21:54I'd be honored.
00:21:56Hmm. Perfect.
00:21:58I'm sure you can find something more appropriate to wear.
00:22:04You can go now.
00:22:06Excuse me, Miss Rie.
00:22:18I need to clean.
00:22:19Of course.
00:22:20Let me just...
00:22:22Is this what you're wearing to the family dinner?
00:22:30How creative.
00:22:32Must be hot in your family.
00:22:34Watching you chase after rich men.
00:22:37Let me help you with this.
00:22:39My friends!
00:22:40How clumsy of me.
00:22:42You did that on purpose.
00:22:44Do you think you can really marry Mr. Crawford?
00:22:47You're just trash trying to climb the social ladder.
00:22:54Mr. Crawford!
00:22:55Crawford!
00:22:56She just attacked me!
00:23:00I was trying to help with the...
00:23:01Get out!
00:23:02But I was just...
00:23:03One more word and you're fired.
00:23:06Get out!
00:23:15What happened?
00:23:16Nothing.
00:23:17I need some space.
00:23:18I want to stay in the guest room tonight.
00:23:20Lila, you don't have to do that.
00:23:21I need some space.
00:23:25You take the bed.
00:23:27I'll take the sofa.
00:23:29I miss you so much, Daddy.
00:23:31Don't worry about me, okay?
00:23:33As long as we can get you better,
00:23:35I won't let their words get to me.
00:23:37I promise.
00:23:39Lila, what happened?
00:23:41What should I do?
00:23:56How's the happy couple?
00:24:07Oh, that's awkward.
00:24:11Just a small thing.
00:24:13Um, that is not a small pinch.
00:24:14It's okay.
00:24:16I'm here.
00:24:18You're safe.
00:24:20Perfect timing for the injection.
00:24:21Perfect timing for the injection.
00:24:22Perfect timing for the injection.
00:24:26I'm here.
00:24:27And the head is a pass.
00:24:33It's okay.
00:24:35It's okay.
00:24:37It's okay.
00:24:38I'm here.
00:24:39I'm here.
00:24:40It's okay.
00:24:41I'll turn it on now.
00:24:42I'll turn it on now.
00:24:44I'll turn it off now.
00:24:45Here they are.
00:24:46I'll turn it on now.
00:24:47Bye bye.
00:24:49Focus. This is just a simple medical procedure.
00:25:13Just pretend she's not right outside.
00:25:19Mr. Crawford, is everything okay in there?
00:25:22Uh, yeah, I'm fine. I just need some assistance.
00:25:27Oh, do you need my help?
00:25:29No, uh, I didn't mean...
00:25:31Are you sure? Honestly, it's fine. I can come in if you need me to.
00:25:36Come in.
00:25:46So, you want to help?
00:25:48Of course. What do you need me to?
00:25:55Oh, you're...
00:25:56Oh, you're...
00:25:58I'm so sorry. I didn't realize.
00:26:01I'm just gonna just go somewhere.
00:26:05I just need you somewhere very far.
00:26:06Oh, it's fine.
00:26:10Well, that was helpful.
00:26:11Are you okay?
00:26:19Yeah.
00:26:20Dr. Anderson said that the hormone shots would hurt, but it's...
00:26:24It's causing you pain.
00:26:25Yeah, it's a little uncomfortable.
00:26:27But, I mean, it will pass.
00:26:30Oh.
00:26:31Here.
00:26:33Oh, okay.
00:26:34Thanks.
00:26:52Well, the hormone shots were a part of the agreement,
00:26:54and any resulting pain is technically a work-related issue.
00:26:57And as your employer, I have a duty of care.
00:27:02Okay.
00:27:03Purely professional care.
00:27:31Purely professional, huh?
00:27:42Adrienne.
00:27:54Um, about this weekend...
00:27:56I'm sorry. There's an emergency in Atlanta.
00:27:58The merge is falling apart.
00:28:00Thompson, get the jet ready in 20.
00:28:03Your family invited me to dinner.
00:28:05Guess I'll handle it on my own.
00:28:07Well, I don't suppose we should expect punctuality from a person
00:28:16who's probably never had a proper watch in her life.
00:28:18I introduce him to the Lawson Harris, the senator's daughter.
00:28:24I don't understand why he picked this gold digger from God knows where.
00:28:28What did you say she did, Ethan?
00:28:31Retail?
00:28:31Worse.
00:28:33A wannabe writer.
00:28:34She probably thought that landing a Crawford would be her best-selling story.
00:28:41Well, I have tried to be welcoming.
00:28:44I had the chef prepare her place setting and everything.
00:28:47She probably couldn't figure out which work to do.
00:28:49I apologize for the sight delay.
00:29:08My, my.
00:29:09Trying so hard to look the part.
00:29:12James, do make sure none of the silver goes missing after dinner.
00:29:16I suppose Adrian's credit card is getting some good use.
00:29:21And although money can buy designer clothes, it can't buy breeding.
00:29:25Actually, I made this dress myself.
00:29:31Oh, darling.
00:29:32A seamstress for a daughter-in-law?
00:29:36How quaint.
00:29:39At least we know who's going to be mending Adrian's socks.
00:29:42I may not have been born into privilege, but I was raised with something much more valuable.
00:29:50Integrity.
00:29:52Integrity.
00:29:53Is that what you call seducing your way into our family?
00:29:58How much?
00:30:00How much will it take you to disappear?
00:30:03Name your price.
00:30:04The difference between you and I, Mr. Crawford, is that I don't think that everything comes with a price tag.
00:30:15Excuse me.
00:30:24Stay calm.
00:30:28You can do this.
00:30:29Getting all dressed up for me.
00:30:36Baby.
00:30:44What's the rush?
00:30:45We're all family here.
00:30:47Well, almost family.
00:30:50Don't touch me.
00:30:52You used to like it when I touched you.
00:30:54Remember how shy you were?
00:30:57Always saying no.
00:30:58Don't touch me.
00:31:00Bye girl.
00:31:01Be careful now.
00:31:02One scream from you, and everyone at dinner is going to know what kind of girl you really are.
00:31:09Now, where were we?
00:31:18Everything all right, dear?
00:31:20You look flushed.
00:31:23So, as I was saying about the answer.
00:31:26Stop it.
00:31:31Something wrong, Miss Reed?
00:31:34Stop it.
00:31:37Enough.
00:31:38No class?
00:31:39No manners?
00:31:41I don't know how you seduced my son, but someone like you could never deserve a place in this family.
00:31:48I...
00:31:49I'm the one who pursued her.
00:31:57Who convinced her to give me a chance.
00:32:02Adrian.
00:32:03If anyone's unworthy in this relationship, it's me.
00:32:05You want to know how we met?
00:32:07She crashed into my life, quite literally.
00:32:10Papers flying, coffee spilled.
00:32:12Unlike some people, she didn't care about my name or my money.
00:32:17She, uh, refused me several times.
00:32:21Called me too arrogant, too controlling.
00:32:23The first woman who dared to stand out to me.
00:32:26And that's when I knew I had to have her.
00:32:28I...
00:32:28Sir, two things.
00:32:34Your sister has invited Miss Reed to tonight's family dinner, and your jet is ready.
00:32:38We can go now.
00:32:38Oh, what a touching story, Uncle.
00:33:08Too bad it's either a complete lie, or she's been playing us both.
00:33:15What are you talking about?
00:33:17We've been dating for three years.
00:33:20I have pictures of us together.
00:33:26What?
00:33:27She probably planned this from the start.
00:33:30Dating me to get close to the family, then setting her sights higher.
00:33:35You manipulative little troll.
00:33:36Face it, Uncle.
00:33:38You're just another rung on her ladder to the top.
00:33:43Face it, Uncle.
00:33:45You're just another rung on her ladder to the top.
00:33:52That's for every lie you just told.
00:33:54Adrian, how dare you hit my son?
00:34:00Where do you think you're going?
00:34:01We are not finished here yet.
00:34:03Yes, we are.
00:34:09I'm sorry.
00:34:10I shouldn't have left you alone with that.
00:34:12Thank you for coming back.
00:34:13And for making up such a beautiful story about us.
00:34:21Your hands, what happened?
00:34:22As my fiancée, you have access to the family accounts.
00:34:42I expect you to use them.
00:34:44I didn't want to presume.
00:34:45You're a Crawford now.
00:34:57Dr. Anderson?
00:34:59Mr. Crawford, the embryos are ready.
00:35:02So we can proceed with the implantation tomorrow morning.
00:35:05I see.
00:35:07What is it?
00:35:10Is something wrong with the embryos?
00:35:12I've been thinking.
00:35:14Perhaps we should approach this matter in a more natural manner.
00:35:21Between a husband and wife.
00:35:25What are your thoughts?
00:35:29I think that we should go to bed.
00:35:33We have a really big day tomorrow.
00:35:36So.
00:35:37I mean half.
00:35:39Good night.
00:35:44You know, you look like a giant polar bear in that outfit.
00:35:50Focus on the procedure.
00:35:54Try to relax, Mrs. Crawford.
00:36:02There.
00:36:03See that white spot?
00:36:07That's her baby.
00:36:14You know, I can walk.
00:36:16Doctor's orders?
00:36:17You seem more nervous than I do.
00:36:19I'm merely following medical procedure.
00:36:25I'm merely following medical procedure.
00:36:35Look at her.
00:36:36She's acting like a princess.
00:36:38She was probably a waitress last week.
00:36:45Now she's got Mr. Crawford wrapped around her finger.
00:36:49I don't keep eating.
00:37:02She's acting like a ghost.
00:37:03I'm rabid.
00:37:04I'm such a good Mo.
00:37:05She's having me.
00:37:05I'm as a iPhone fan.
00:37:07She's having a drink.
00:37:07I'm using some outside pillows.
00:37:08I don't even love.
00:37:09I'm using them, too.
00:37:09I don't think that they aren't cooking at work untilesting.
00:37:12I don't know.
00:37:12I don't know.
00:37:14I'm using an ice cream thing anymore.
00:37:14I'm using my excuse that I can use your sugar, retrieve them well.
00:37:16Adrian!
00:37:24Hmm, not quite.
00:37:25Looking a bit unstable there, baby.
00:37:27Let go of me!
00:37:29Come on, you used to love being in my arms.
00:37:33Remember how we would spend hours at the cafe?
00:37:36You would lean in to me while reading your favorite book.
00:37:39Did she?
00:37:43Adrian!
00:37:43I was just getting food, I swear.
00:37:46Get out!
00:37:55Stomach.
00:37:56Lyla, what's wrong?
00:37:57My stomach, I think that there's something wrong.
00:38:00If anything, anything happens to my fiancée or child, I can't guarantee what I'll do.
00:38:06And you, what you want, you'll never have.
00:38:12Never.
00:38:13Child.
00:38:19Three years she wouldn't let me touch her.
00:38:22In a few weeks, with my uncle, and she's carrying his child.
00:38:27You want the perfect family.
00:38:30Well, it's not gonna happen.
00:38:33Thompson, clear my schedule.
00:38:46Everything over the next month goes to Jack.
00:38:48Sir, what happened?
00:38:50Do you need my help?
00:38:51You can't help on this one.
00:38:52Just do what I say.
00:38:53You and Ethan, you've never really gone along, have you?
00:39:00Why is that?
00:39:10You seem very concerned about him.
00:39:13I, I just...
00:39:13Just get some rest.
00:39:15It's been a rough day for you.
00:39:16Adrian, why did you choose to believe me just now?
00:39:19No reason.
00:39:22I just know you're not like that.
00:39:24Thanks.
00:39:26Get some rest.
00:39:28Do whatever makes you comfortable.
00:39:29Anything at all, I'll be around.
00:39:31Anything I want?
00:39:33Are you sure about that?
00:39:35What the hell?
00:40:02What are you doing?
00:40:03This isn't nutritious.
00:40:06The baby wants chocolate.
00:40:09The baby wants chocolate.
00:40:10Yeah.
00:40:11And chips and ice cream.
00:40:14You wouldn't want to deny your child, would you?
00:40:18I've been researching optimal pregnancy nutrition.
00:40:21See, week by week guidelines.
00:40:24Okay, okay, okay.
00:40:25How about a compromise?
00:40:27One treat per day.
00:40:29Half a treat.
00:40:31Three quarters.
00:40:33Half a treat.
00:40:34Half a treat.
00:40:35Half a treat.
00:40:42You don't want to deny your child.
00:40:44Half a treat.
00:40:44Half a treat.
00:40:50All right.
00:40:52Half a treat.
00:40:53Half a treat.
00:40:54Half a treat.
00:40:54Half a treat.
00:40:55Congratulations.
00:40:55The fetus is developing perfectly.
00:40:58Really?
00:41:00Everything looks wonderful.
00:41:03Now that we're in the stable period,
00:41:05I would recommend you starting some prenatal exercise.
00:41:09What kind of exercise?
00:41:13Now, hold her from behind in a maternal pose.
00:41:23Maybe we should skip this part.
00:41:26Good drink. Let's do it properly.
00:41:28Guide her arms up.
00:41:39This is a little intimate.
00:41:42And now, the supporting stretch.
00:41:44Beautiful form, Mr. Crawford and Mrs. Crawford.
00:42:00Maybe we should continue this at home.
00:42:02Yeah, please.
00:42:22The Charity Gala isn't a test.
00:42:25Your father specifically invited me to attend.
00:42:28You look perfect.
00:42:32Just be yourself.
00:42:34Then...
00:42:36This...
00:42:38This is not me.
00:42:40This is not me.
00:42:41You look perfect.
00:42:42Just be yourself.
00:42:43Then...
00:42:44This...
00:42:45This is not me.
00:42:46You look perfect.
00:42:47You look perfect.
00:42:51Just be yourself.
00:42:56Then...
00:42:58This...
00:43:00This is not me.
00:43:02This is not me.
00:43:03This is not me.
00:43:04This is not me.
00:43:05This is not me.
00:43:06This is not me.
00:43:07This is not me.
00:43:08This is not me.
00:43:09This is not me.
00:43:10This is not me.
00:43:11This is not me.
00:43:12This is not me.
00:43:13This is not me.
00:43:14This is not me.
00:43:15This is not me.
00:43:16This is not me.
00:43:17This is not me.
00:43:18This is not me.
00:43:19This is not me.
00:43:20This is not me.
00:43:21This is not me.
00:43:22This is not me.
00:43:23This is not me.
00:43:24This is not me.
00:43:25This is not me.
00:43:26This is not me.
00:43:27You look exactly the same.
00:43:41And you must be the fiancée.
00:43:43I'm so pleased Adrienne has found someone after all these years.
00:43:48That's really kind, but I'm sorry, who are you?
00:43:53I'm just someone who cares about Adrienne's happiness.
00:43:56More than anyone else.
00:44:04Oh my god!
00:44:07You two are finally back together.
00:44:10Everyone, look who's here, the golden couple.
00:44:14I heard Adrienne Colford was engaged.
00:44:17I knew it was you, Vivian.
00:44:19When is the wedding?
00:44:20Actually, I'd like to introduce you all to my fiancée, Lala Reid.
00:44:35We're expecting our first child, and of course you're all welcome to the wedding.
00:44:39She's pregnant?
00:44:42Oh, I'm so sorry.
00:44:44I just assumed congratulations for you both.
00:44:52Adrienne Colford and a complete unknown?
00:44:53How did you manage that?
00:44:55Adrienne chose her over Vivian.
00:44:57Is he crazy?
00:44:59Oh, Benji, how have you been?
00:45:00Great.
00:45:02Let's go, Ben.
00:45:09They can be so judgmental, can't they?
00:45:13Don't take it too personally, dear.
00:45:15Gentlemen, what are y'all talking about?
00:45:28They do look like the perfect couple.
00:45:39Drinking?
00:45:45I thought you were pregnant.
00:45:47None of your business.
00:45:52You know how Adrienne is.
00:45:54Always has to win.
00:45:56Especially against me.
00:45:57He hates when I take things from him.
00:45:59What are you talking about?
00:46:01Perfect couple, right?
00:46:11Until...
00:46:12Dun-dun-dun!
00:46:15Vivian fell madly in love with me.
00:46:18Leaving dear Uncle heartbroken.
00:46:22Since then,
00:46:23whatever I want,
00:46:25he has to take.
00:46:27Whatever I have,
00:46:28he has to win.
00:46:29Like you.
00:46:33What you want,
00:46:34you never have.
00:46:36Never.
00:46:38You and Ethan,
00:46:39you've never really
00:46:40gone along, have you?
00:46:43You don't get it.
00:46:45Stop being naive.
00:46:47You're just his tool for revenge.
00:46:57I'm just his tool for revenge?
00:46:59What do you think you're doing?
00:47:15You are pregnant.
00:47:16Why are you drinking?
00:47:17Oh, now you care.
00:47:22It's soda.
00:47:23I know what I'm doing.
00:47:24What happened back there?
00:47:40Talk to me.
00:47:43Lila,
00:47:43I am worried.
00:47:45So you talked to Ethan,
00:47:46but not me.
00:47:47You do care so much
00:47:51about your nephew,
00:47:52don't you?
00:48:07Lila, open the door.
00:48:08Please.
00:48:12Please.
00:48:12We want that season,
00:48:32our clothes.
00:48:36I don't know.
00:48:37The eggs are still warm.
00:48:46I apologize about last night.
00:48:48I was just worried about you.
00:48:52Worried about me or worried about the baby?
00:48:58What do you mean?
00:49:00Is this why you're being so nice to me?
00:49:03Making me breakfast, being all protective.
00:49:07It's just for the baby.
00:49:10Lila, you've been so strange since yesterday. Why?
00:49:15Was Vivian your girlfriend?
00:49:22Yes.
00:49:30And then she got with Ethan?
00:49:34Yes.
00:49:35Okay, so I'm just...
00:49:38But Vivian and I were...
00:49:39Sir, the Singapore version is falling apart.
00:49:47We need to immediately.
00:49:48I'm in the middle of something.
00:49:50The board is threatening to pull out.
00:49:53I'll be there.
00:49:54We need to finish this conversation as soon as I get back.
00:50:03Of course.
00:50:04Business first.
00:50:10Lila.
00:50:11Just go.
00:50:12Sir, there have been complications.
00:50:26Explain.
00:50:27During your absence,
00:50:28Mr. Ethan has been meeting with board members.
00:50:31Suggesting our sudden marriage plans indicate obstacle decision-making.
00:50:37Several executors are questioning if someone so personally distracted should and hurt the company.
00:50:44Mr. Groffo, we've been discussing my personal life.
00:51:05Your sudden access has let me be very clear.
00:51:10This company took a 40% profit loss before I took over.
00:51:19Within three years, I tripled our market share.
00:51:22Every major merger, every successful acquisition, every stock surge, my execution, my strategies.
00:51:29So, yes, I am getting married.
00:51:33And, yes, I took some time off.
00:51:35And, no, not a single person in this room has the right to question my commitment or my capability.
00:51:44Because without me, there wouldn't be a company left to me.
00:51:50Now, shall we discuss the merger?
00:51:54Well, shall we discuss the merger?
00:52:24Adrian, what the hell were you thinking at the board meeting yesterday?
00:52:41I was doing my job.
00:52:42Your job is to follow the family's strategy.
00:52:47Ever since she came into your life, you've been undermining everything we've built.
00:52:52You leave Lila out of this.
00:52:56You know, I don't have to stand here and listen to this.
00:52:59Yeah, run along.
00:53:01Adults are talking business now.
00:53:03We just need to bore him for a moment, dear.
00:53:06Business matters.
00:53:07You wouldn't understand.
00:53:15That girl is a poison to the Crawford name.
00:53:22She's nothing but a broodmare.
00:53:27After she delivers, pay her off and be done with it.
00:53:32Adrian needs someone who understands this world.
00:53:35Someone like me.
00:53:36Vivian is joining Crawford Industries tomorrow.
00:53:42Non-negotiable.
00:53:44She will follow you every day, just like before.
00:53:47And your little pet project can stay home and gestate.
00:53:51That's all she's good for.
00:53:55Get out!
00:53:56Both of you!
00:53:57How dare you!
00:53:59If you dare mention my wife's name again.
00:54:00I will burn Crawford Industries to the ground before either of you get to touch it.
00:54:05Adrian, be reasonable.
00:54:08She is worth a thousand to you.
00:54:10Tomorrow, 9 a.m., Vivian starts.
00:54:15No discussion.
00:54:17Is that all?
00:54:19Yes, for now.
00:54:21But don't disappoint me again.
00:54:22I'll be right back.
00:54:52stop it stop checking this is ridiculous I was independent before I don't need a man to make
00:55:09me breakfast in bed and to hold me whilst I sleep no I can make my own meals I don't need his
00:55:21perfectly prepared little plates or his nutritional spreadsheets
00:55:25improved my way to get back at Ethan
00:55:34I'm fine you're not fine hospital now I'm fine
00:55:51thanks I know we've had our differences but I really appreciated you today
00:56:03no you used to look at me like that all sweet sincere don't why not is there really no chance
00:56:17for us why lot he's just using you you're his revenge against me a tool and you deserve better
00:56:28than what are you doing protecting you what he's helping he bought me and my hand was bleeding so
00:56:39now you're defending him no I'm defending the truth sometimes I guess people surprise you
00:56:46you see Adrian I'll call the doctor to come
00:56:52I want a full blood panel fetal monitoring bring the OBGYN down immediately
00:57:01sir it's just the minor car I want a full prenatal checkup I've already spoken to Dr. Anderson he's
00:57:07going to be down here in 10 minutes always so control aren't you uncle
00:57:12some of us actually know how to make Lila happy remember our beach dates
00:57:20how you said I was the most fun you ever had
00:57:27Thompson bring in the catering the Michelin star one
00:57:32Lila says she's got a hankering for Australian Wagyu beef
00:57:36oh well done no sauce I don't think that I did say how about when we watched your favorite movie
00:57:44Pride and Prejudice BBC adaptation 1995 she likes to watch it when she's still stressed
00:57:50which is why I upgraded our home theater system to have all the original films from the BBC
00:57:56you did what wow using money to get to her heart huh uncle
00:58:04the Alzheimer's wings fully renovated named after Lila's grandmother as she mentioned
00:58:14oh it's uh fully funded anonymous donor
00:58:18he may be able to offer you money but you're gonna miss this
00:58:28is this normal rich people behavior
00:58:42I've already ordered the prenatal vitamins they should arrive shortly
00:58:49they're custom formulated to her blood and genetic profile
00:58:53wow you remembered all that about me
00:58:56I remember everything about you
00:58:58maybe you should come back when there's less testosterone in the air
00:59:05guys she's tired we should leave let her rest
00:59:10is this just another competition Ethan or does he actually care
00:59:24yes father Vivian's been hospitalized overworked they say from cleaning up your company's mess
00:59:49yes I have meetings cancel them go to visit her right now
00:59:54either you show proper respect to the woman I chose for you or else I will have to call an emergency board meeting
01:00:02let's skip the performance Vivian
01:00:11still so cold
01:00:18you came
01:00:19let's skip the performance Vivian
01:00:23still so cold
01:00:28don't you remember when you used to bring me soup when I was unwell
01:00:32that was a long time ago
01:00:34we were really great together Adrian
01:00:37we could be together again
01:00:39I don't know what game you're playing at but it won't work
01:00:42what we had
01:00:44I never took it as seriously as you pretended to
01:00:47but Lila
01:00:49she's different
01:00:50she's real
01:00:52pregnant gold digger is real
01:00:55please
01:00:56I guess some things never change
01:01:05watch your words
01:01:10stay away from my wife
01:01:13my little girl
01:01:23daddy
01:01:24your hand
01:01:28it's nothing
01:01:29I need to tell you something
01:01:33I'm gonna be a mother
01:01:35is it that Ethan boys
01:01:38no
01:01:38no
01:01:40no
01:01:41then who
01:01:42it doesn't matter
01:01:43but what does matter is that this is my baby
01:01:45and I'm gonna love them so much
01:01:49with all the love that you gave me
01:01:52baby
01:01:54I'm so sorry
01:01:56I'm sorry I couldn't
01:01:58couldn't give you better
01:02:00daddy
01:02:01if only I were healthy
01:02:02if I could work
01:02:03daddy don't
01:02:05the hospital bills
01:02:08what are you getting money for
01:02:10don't tell me you sold yourself to some men
01:02:13no no it's not like that
01:02:15did someone take advantage of you
01:02:17my little girl pregnant all alone
01:02:20she's not alone
01:02:21not alone
01:02:25hi Mr. Reid
01:02:26I'm Adrian Crawford
01:02:27I'm the father of her child
01:02:32I'm the father of her child
01:02:33Adrian
01:02:34I'm not just the father
01:02:36I'm the man who's going to spend the rest of his life making sure your daughter and our child get everything they deserve
01:02:42pretty words from a rich man
01:02:45not words
01:02:46facts
01:02:47I've already arranged a transfer to a private medical facility
01:02:50full treatment plan best specialists
01:02:52Adrian
01:02:54and I promise you this
01:02:56every morning
01:02:58she's gonna wake up knowing that she is cherished
01:03:01every decision I make every step I take will be to ensure her happiness
01:03:05you really mean that don't you
01:03:08yes sir I do
01:03:09well
01:03:14maybe
01:03:15I can stop worrying
01:03:24thank you
01:03:25for
01:03:26what you said in there
01:03:27I know you were just trying to make my father feel
01:03:30no no no no
01:03:31I wasn't just doing anything
01:03:33every word I said in there is true
01:03:36Adrian
01:03:39Laila I need to tell you something
01:03:44I've been falling for you ever since you crashed into my office with that ridiculous donor questionnaire
01:03:50yes we had a contract but
01:03:52I realized
01:03:54you've become everything to me
01:03:57you're not my surrogate
01:03:59you're not my convenient fiancee
01:04:02you're my partner
01:04:07if you have me
01:04:09but what about Ethan and Vivian
01:04:14what about them?
01:04:15aren't you trying to just get revenge on Ethan and
01:04:21Revenge?
01:04:22I never loved Vivian
01:04:24and Ethan he's not worth a second thought
01:04:26really?
01:04:27then who was the guy I saw competing with Ethan?
01:04:32that was
01:04:40I was jealous okay
01:04:42I
01:04:43the thought of you with him
01:04:45wow
01:04:46the great Mr. Crawford
01:04:48jealous
01:04:49don't mention it
01:04:50I have a reputation to maintain
01:04:52I'm not letting you go
01:05:07not ever
01:05:09whatever
01:05:17surrogacy
01:05:18contract marriage
01:05:20oh this is too perfect
01:05:22this is too perfect
01:05:52whiskey
01:05:57whiskey
01:05:58neat
01:06:01what's so urgent?
01:06:02I know something about your little ex-girlfriend that might interest you
01:06:06is this about her and my uncle?
01:06:08it's about how she really got pregnant
01:06:12your perfect uncle
01:06:13he hired her
01:06:15she's just a surrogate
01:06:17their whole engagement is a lie
01:06:19a contract
01:06:25the board would love to hear about this
01:06:28next week's family meeting
01:06:31he'll reveal everything
01:06:33until then let's gather more evidence
01:06:38and once he's ruined
01:06:40I'll comfort him
01:06:41help him rebuild
01:06:43he'll remember who he truly belongs with
01:06:50and Lila
01:06:52well once the truth's out
01:06:53she'll be worthless to him
01:06:55you can have your little toy
01:06:56back
01:06:59cheers
01:07:00um
01:07:16Ethan's in meetings all afternoon
01:07:18that's okay
01:07:19I don't mind waiting
01:07:21these documents require his immediate attention
01:07:24would you mind getting me some tea, dear?
01:07:37sorry to see agreements
01:07:39medical contracts
01:07:41come on
01:07:43the train's only so organized
01:07:46where is everything?
01:07:47what is everything?
01:07:56it's just a stupid cat
01:07:57no
01:07:58no
01:07:59no
01:08:00no
01:08:01no
01:08:02no
01:08:03no
01:08:04no
01:08:05no
01:08:06no
01:08:07no
01:08:08no
01:08:09are you okay?
01:08:11you're a beast
01:08:13attack me
01:08:15i need your bathroom
01:08:16now
01:08:17i've been waiting for you
01:08:21Adrian, I've been waiting for you.
01:08:36You know, if you need an heir, we could make one.
01:08:41Right here. Right now.
01:08:44Lil doesn't have to know. She's already asleep.
01:08:49It could just be our little secret.
01:08:55Here? In the living room?
01:09:00Wherever you want.
01:09:02Someone might see us.
01:09:04Are you scared?
01:09:10I know somewhere more... private.
01:09:19Where are we going?
01:09:22Can't risk being interrupted, can we?
01:09:25Ladies first.
01:09:31Enjoy the fresh air.
01:09:33Adrian! Adrian!
01:09:35You can't do this to me! I'm a Crawford executor!
01:09:44Stop filming me!
01:09:45This is harassment! I will sue you!
01:09:47I will sue you so hard!
01:09:52Adrian! Adrian! Adrian, let me in!
01:09:55Everyone, this crisis could have destroyed us.
01:10:07But thanks to your tireless efforts, Crawford is stronger than ever.
01:10:12To the best team in the business!
01:10:14Yes!
01:10:15Yes!
01:10:19Though, speaking of tonight's celebration, there's something you all should be prepared for.
01:10:26For what?
01:10:28My uncle is bringing his fiancee tonight.
01:10:32The thing is, her and I were together until very recently.
01:10:36I know, I know, I know. But please, when they arrive, act normal. I couldn't bear any drama.
01:10:48She left you for your uncle!
01:10:51These things happen.
01:10:55Everyone!
01:10:56I'd like to introduce you to my fiancee, Lila Reid.
01:11:00Hello everybody, it's lovely to meet you all.
01:11:03I need to check some numbers.
01:11:07Did I do something wrong?
01:11:17How are you feeling?
01:11:19Is the morning sickness over yet?
01:11:20I'm fine.
01:11:22You know, I've been worried.
01:11:25All this stress can't be good for the baby.
01:11:30Which hospital are you using? I could drive you next time.
01:11:33That's not necessary.
01:11:36Come on!
01:11:38We used to tell each other everything.
01:11:40Just want to make sure you're getting the proper care.
01:11:43If I know her hospital, then I can get her surrogate history.
01:11:47How thoughtful.
01:11:49But Adrian handles all my appointments personally.
01:11:52The real hero of the hour!
01:11:54Whoa!
01:11:55Whoa!
01:12:00Beautiful, isn't she?
01:12:02The type of woman who belongs in Adrian's world.
01:12:07Excuse me.
01:12:09You know how my uncle thinks.
01:12:12Like a chess master.
01:12:14Every piece has its use.
01:12:16Some for business.
01:12:19Others for...
01:12:21You don't know him.
01:12:23Oh, but I do.
01:12:25Adrian Crawford cares exactly about one person.
01:12:28Adrian Crawford.
01:12:30He sees people as investments.
01:12:32Vivian?
01:12:34Perfect for managing the company.
01:12:36You?
01:12:38Well, I think we both know what your role is.
01:12:40He's wrong.
01:12:41He has to be wrong.
01:12:43Everyone in this world has their place.
01:12:59Their purpose.
01:13:01Everyone in this world has their place.
01:13:05Their purpose.
01:13:06Maybe it's time I found mine again.
01:13:33Baby, when's the last time you ate something?
01:13:36I don't know.
01:13:38Breakfast?
01:13:39Yesterday's breakfast.
01:13:44That's enough for today.
01:13:46Okay.
01:13:51The prenatal instructor said this exercise should help.
01:13:55Okay. Like this?
01:13:57Almost.
01:14:06I think I need a little more instruction.
01:14:07I think I need a little more instruction.
01:14:11I think I need a little more instruction.
01:14:12Take one more instruction.
01:14:13I didn't know your practice.
01:14:14I think I'm able to use the plan of teaching.
01:14:16I have a little more instruction.
01:14:18You can't find a thing.
01:14:19I have to find a little more instruction.
01:14:21I can't find it.
01:14:22I want to find it.
01:14:24I try to find a little more instruction.
01:14:25And by selecting in the day.
01:14:27Very interesting.
01:14:29I will be able to do the best.
01:14:30everything looks perfect the baby's
01:14:37development's right on track really
01:14:39really now that you're in the stable
01:14:43period intimate relations is perfectly
01:14:46safe as long as you're gentle just
01:14:49listen to your bodies and yes thank you
01:14:52dr. Anderson
01:15:13let's talk about
01:15:22Adrian Crawford's arrangement was it a
01:15:26surrogacy contract mr. harrington dr.
01:15:33patient confidentiality hmm I hear that
01:15:38the new hospital complex is looking for
01:15:41department heads wouldn't it be a shame
01:15:44if your name was mysteriously removed
01:15:49from the list now about those hospital
01:15:56records
01:15:58surrogacy surrogacy five generations of
01:16:12crawford dignity destroyed tabloid gossip I knew that girl was hiding something did you did you really pay some nobody to carry your air
01:16:31I knew that girl was hiding something did you did you really pay some nobody to carry your air
01:16:41your air tell me it isn't true
01:16:45you it's your doing
01:16:55adrian I need to discuss something with you privately
01:17:03adrian I can make all of this disappear all you have to do is remember who you really belong with who I belong with we were good together we can't be again
01:17:19give me the position I deserve as mrs. Crawford by your side I do need your help please never show up again
01:17:31I will let them hurt you it's not me I'm worried about if they expose the truth about our arrangement you could lose everything
01:17:38nothing's more important than you and our child
01:17:59than you and our child
01:18:05this emergency family meeting will come to order
01:18:22I have proof
01:18:24Miss Reed is not adrian's loving bride to be
01:18:29she's just a surrogate paid to carry the Crawford air
01:18:34I have proof too medical records from Crawford Medical Center showing that Miss Reed underwent fertility treatment for which she was generously compensated paid surrogacy
01:18:51how common
01:18:52I find you want the truth
01:18:55yes it started with a surrogacy
01:18:58but Lila she's the woman I chose to be the mother of my child
01:19:04and I won't let anyone here slander her
01:19:07you want this arrangement fine
01:19:11but then it costs you everything
01:19:15resign from the company give up your inheritance
01:19:19the child kissing the family of course
01:19:21the child kissing the family of course
01:19:22but the mother well her services won't be required after delivery
01:19:26yes
01:19:33yes
01:19:35I did the IVF treatment
01:19:37but I never never saw this baby as a business transaction
01:19:43you know what you can say whatever you want about me
01:19:49but don't you dare question my love for this child
01:19:54don't you dare
01:19:56don't you dare
01:19:57don't you dare
01:19:58don't you dare
01:20:02don't you dare
01:20:03don't you dare
01:20:05what is
01:20:06enough
01:20:07I'm willing to give up everything
01:20:10the company the inheritance all of it
01:20:12but I won't give up her
01:20:15she's my wife
01:20:18the only one that I will ever want
01:20:20we're getting married
01:20:23properly
01:20:24publicly
01:20:25fine
01:20:28you want to throw away everything
01:20:30for this
01:20:31for this woman
01:20:33then
01:20:35you will get nothing from this family
01:20:37nothing
01:20:38sign it
01:20:40renounce your inheritance
01:20:42all of it
01:20:47no no no no no
01:20:48Adrian stop
01:20:49not worth losing everything for
01:20:51you're worth everything
01:20:56the company
01:20:57the assets
01:20:58I built them once
01:20:59I can build them again
01:21:01but you
01:21:02you and our child
01:21:04they're our real future
01:21:10still time to
01:21:12think it over son
01:21:21let's go
01:21:40thanks
01:21:45you've been at this for hours
01:21:47I just gotta finish this last chapter
01:21:54I'll get you some food
01:21:55what do you mean you're cancelling the contract
01:22:07we've worked together for ten years
01:22:13no no no no
01:22:14don't call Adrian
01:22:15hello
01:22:16hello
01:22:17hello
01:22:18the Singapore merger just collapsed
01:22:20they say they'll only work with Adrian
01:22:22this is all your fault
01:22:23you and your billion
01:22:25plan to get rid of them
01:22:26my fault
01:22:27you're the one who can't handle
01:22:28basic accounting
01:22:29enough
01:22:31the board meeting starts in five minutes
01:22:33please tell me you have good news
01:22:35good news
01:22:45oh my god
01:22:46this story sounds exactly like the powerful scandal
01:22:49wait
01:22:50is this about the
01:22:51Adrian Crawford?
01:22:55the billionaire CEO giving up everything for love
01:22:58I'm crying
01:22:59is everything okay?
01:23:04I think I just went viral
01:23:07they've heard out stories about us
01:23:09look
01:23:11should I be concerned about
01:23:12what else you've revealed about me?
01:23:14have you seen the comments?
01:23:31they're calling us heartless villains
01:23:33can't believe they're trying to suffer
01:23:37through a lot of businesses
01:23:39Crawford Industries lost my business
01:23:41Team Adrian all the way
01:23:43all the way
01:23:45yes
01:23:46Penguin Publishing
01:23:47um sorry
01:23:48I actually have Random House on the other line
01:23:50so I'm gonna have to
01:23:52the movie rights
01:23:55um
01:23:56sorry
01:23:57I'm gonna have to call you right back
01:23:58okay thank you
01:24:00the movie rights
01:24:01what?
01:24:02oh my god
01:24:03my wife is so popular now
01:24:04I know
01:24:10your father
01:24:13son
01:24:16the board wants you back
01:24:17take your position
01:24:19your inheritance
01:24:21I'll have to ask my wife
01:24:24what do you think Mrs. Crawford?
01:24:26first order of business
01:24:32starting without me
01:24:34perfect timing
01:24:36I'm announcing your termination
01:24:38you can't fire me
01:24:40I'm a shareholder and a senior executive
01:24:43the company crisis last month wasn't an accident
01:24:47you and Ethan deliberately sabotaged our deal
01:24:49you can't prove any
01:24:51free
01:24:52email
01:24:53every call
01:24:54every secret meeting
01:24:55without
01:24:56peddlers
01:24:57all documented
01:24:58lawsuits already been filed
01:25:00you and Ethan will be hearing from our lawyers
01:25:02oh
01:25:03oh
01:25:04oh
01:25:05oh
01:25:06oh
01:25:12oh my god
01:25:13oh my god
01:25:14yeah
01:25:20Adrian
01:25:21I uh
01:25:22I think my water just broke
01:25:25yeah
01:25:26come home
01:25:29Mr. Crawford
01:25:30they vote for new director
01:25:37for her
01:25:39he'd drop everything
01:25:42including a multi-billion dollar company
01:25:53before we vote
01:25:54there is something you should know
01:25:57Adrian and Lila
01:25:58were legally married
01:25:59two months ago
01:26:02and they have
01:26:04my full
01:26:05blessing
01:26:18both my girls still awake?
01:26:20I'm just
01:26:23finishing
01:26:25I'm just
01:26:27finishing
01:26:28Finishing.
01:26:58Finishing.
01:27:28Finishing.
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