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00:00:00Bradley I'm pregnant you're gonna be a father what's she doing here what do you
00:00:07think no need to hide anymore I'm leaving you for Catherine
00:00:13unlike you I'm young and rich I can give Bradley what he deserves
00:00:18Catherine hired me to be vice president of her family's hospital she's also way
00:00:21better in bed what's that
00:00:30she's pregnant what she must be faking it to trap you
00:00:35no it's not so desperate give it back stop
00:01:00where am I what happened the baby is the baby okay
00:01:17I'm so sorry
00:01:21we've lost the baby
00:01:24I'm so sorry
00:01:30we're right here sweetheart we're right here
00:01:41I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this
00:01:47I'm ready to come back dad well revenge won't heal the heart
00:01:50this isn't about revenge this is about holding them accountable
00:01:54are you sure you're ready for this I've been preparing for years mom
00:01:58okay but there is a condition
00:02:06I have an important announcement my daughter Mia Gerber
00:02:10will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation is Mia ready for such a big
00:02:14role I've been concealing my identity to go
00:02:17undercover within the industry I've learned our competitors from the
00:02:20inside trust me I'm more than ready
00:02:26furthermore Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings
00:02:33Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings
00:02:38there is a condition you're going to have to marry Joshua Lane
00:02:42the heir of Lane Holdings Mia's never even met this guy before
00:02:47it's a strategic alliance Noah it's what's best for our families and
00:02:52the company I'll do it
00:02:58I'll marry Joshua Lane if that's what it takes
00:03:02and this alliance will strengthen our company and secure our future
00:03:11isn't Joshua Lane famous for being cold and ruffles
00:03:16that's what I heard but I think it'll be good for the company I don't think it'll
00:03:19be good for the new CEO
00:03:41Joshua I was hoping you're not interested get lost
00:03:52man you are brutal that's the fifth girl you've turned down tonight
00:03:57hey I heard you're getting hitched to Mia Gerber why didn't you turn her down
00:04:01this marriage is what my parents want couldn't care less about her
00:04:04oh come on she's the heiress to the Gerber Corporation there must be some
00:04:08perks to her perks or not she'll learn quickly that
00:04:11I'm not one to be messed with gonna give her a hard time huh let's just
00:04:15say that she's got something coming
00:04:26do you Joshua Lane take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife
00:04:31I do
00:04:34and you Mia Gerber do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband
00:04:40I do
00:04:42uh the rings
00:04:51you may now kiss the bride
00:05:04let's get one thing straight Mia this marriage is a show for our family and
00:05:09the rest of the world don't expect any affection from me
00:05:13understood and vice versa
00:05:18oh
00:05:31my parents want to set up a dinner with us my assistant will set it up
00:05:35she can coordinate schedules with my assistant
00:05:48so
00:05:58Joshua has always been so distant with people unlike Alex here who's so popular
00:06:06and charismatic you should see all the women that can't
00:06:10stop chasing well at least I don't have to worry if
00:06:14Alex will give me a grandson but I wonder Joshua if you can even warm up
00:06:21enough to give me a child we need an heir after
00:06:24all Eleanor that's enough I'm just saying
00:06:30perhaps Alex is a better fit to lead Lane Holden
00:06:34quite the contrary actually Joshua's very passionate
00:06:39especially in the bedroom no doubt that you'll have that
00:06:43heir soon
00:06:50for your information passion is not in my DNA
00:06:53nor does it align with my personal brand but still thank you for standing up for
00:07:00me
00:07:02I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude
00:07:07shh
00:07:12get the campaign ready I want that jerk out Asa
00:07:20Noah hey I need a favor
00:07:26you're right Alex and Eleanor Lane are behind a smear campaign against Joshua
00:07:31Blue Diamond PR is already involved what agency are we using
00:07:35we're still deciding bids are open for this year's contract
00:07:40perfect I have a plan
00:07:46I'm offering the Gerber Corporation's annual PR budget
00:07:49it's one of the largest in the industry that's an enticing
00:07:52offer Miss Gerber what do you ask of me in return
00:07:57I need you to withdraw from any campaign against Joshua Lane
00:08:01I don't mind I'll cover the cancellation fee
00:08:06you have a deal the Gerber Corporation account is too good
00:08:13to pass up there's a little more I need you to
00:08:17spread the word any PR firm that goes against Joshua
00:08:21Lane will be blacklisted from the Gerber
00:08:23Corporation and our allies you got it no one in this
00:08:27industry will be stupid enough to fight against the Gerber Corporation
00:08:32wonderful looking forward to a fruitful partnership
00:08:41I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you
00:08:45but don't worry I've already taken care of it
00:08:49I always knew Eleanor and Alex to be after my position I just didn't expect
00:08:53Alex to be this bold how do you know about this Alex struck
00:08:57me as opportunistic a smear campaign is the easiest way to
00:09:00sway the shareholder's opinion and Eleanor's background in PR made this
00:09:04move predictable you're more perceptive than I thought
00:09:09why are you helping me
00:09:13our family's alliance is crucial protecting you means protecting the
00:09:16Gerber Corporation it's all business
00:09:22business right well in that case I should help you with your beef with
00:09:26Captain and Bradley right
00:09:30how did you know about that didn't expect me to enter into the marriage
00:09:34without doing background checks I just don't get what the big deal about
00:09:38your ex is I mean he cheated on you so what
00:09:44she must be faking it to trap you
00:09:49how dare you you had no right to dig into my past like that
00:09:55I can take care of myself
00:10:00what just happened
00:10:04to your new position as senior VP and it's all thanks to my help of
00:10:11course absolutely you're my lucky charm honey
00:10:20imagine if I'd stayed with Mia poor and powerless that's all she ever was
00:10:24she's a joke a stepping stone at best you by my side we are unstoppable
00:10:41Catherine's hospital is resisting our acquisition Bradley
00:10:45has the new senior VP is leading the pushback
00:10:48do they know I'm the CEO yet no as per your request
00:10:52perfect keep at it
00:10:58now how do I pull this off
00:11:09there are gaps in Mia's medical record right after her breakup
00:11:12but these are from the Gerber Corporation's own hospital only someone
00:11:16higher up from within can access it
00:11:22I want to know what happened to Mia during that gap after the breakup
00:11:26even if I know why would I tell you Mia helped me
00:11:29but unless I understand that part of the puzzle I won't be able to return her
00:11:33favor to care for her
00:11:37I don't dislike her now Mia deserves someone
00:11:41who truly loves her not you she's a grown woman
00:11:46she knows what she wants nobody gets to tell her what she deserves
00:11:49especially not you
00:11:58you can choose not to share the information
00:12:01but you won't be helping her your choice
00:12:08all right look if you have to know unfortunately
00:12:14Mia had a miscarriage because of an accident involving Bradley and Catherine
00:12:38how are you feeling it's none of your business
00:12:44not that you would know what that means I'm sorry for
00:12:47overstepping and being insensitive I learned about your miscarriage
00:12:52I had no idea you didn't know that doesn't excuse my behavior
00:12:58I apologize I may have overreacted you were hurting that's
00:13:03understandable so you're not a robot like everyone
00:13:07says you are of course I'm not who says that everyone
00:13:11your family your friends your co-workers enemies I even heard the
00:13:17maids joking about it the other day bar them all no no no it's it's okay
00:13:24they're allowed to joke they've been doing a wonderful job
00:13:28besides I think you should talk like this
00:13:31it suits you it's not funny
00:13:38it's late
00:13:41you're going to bed okay good night
00:13:52talk like this
00:13:58go ahead with plan short the stock of Catherine's company
00:14:10I want to see them bleed
00:14:20Mia you need to see this the stock of Catherine's hospital has been shortened
00:14:24dramatically they're on the verge of bankruptcy just a
00:14:28week how is this possible seems like a coordinated attack
00:14:31someone powerful is behind this
00:14:36Joshua
00:14:42did you short Catherine's stock yes I did
00:14:46why strictly for business to protect our family's alliances
00:14:50your enemies are my enemies now thank you Joshua
00:14:53actually what's necessary just like you would do now to pay a little visit to
00:14:57Bradley and Catherine
00:15:06Bradley what are we going to do they're taking everything
00:15:10I can't believe this is happening as of now this hospital is under Gerber
00:15:15corporation's control yes the Gerber corporation as in my
00:15:19family's company Mia Gerber I thought you were Mia Whitlock
00:15:23Whitlock was just a name I used to conceal my identity
00:15:26you betrayed and hurt my wife now you're facing the consequences
00:15:30I've resigned you can't touch me resignation or not Bradley
00:15:34your career is over I've seen to it that everyone in this industry won't touch
00:15:38you after what you've done Mia you know that I never meant to hurt
00:15:43you this hospital is all that I have left
00:15:46please
00:15:49that day that I fell you stood there and watched
00:15:53you made your decision then Mia can we talk
00:15:56I know I hurt you deeply I just want to apologize to make things right
00:16:14Mia I'm truly sorry about everything I dreamt about you and the baby every
00:16:20day I just couldn't bring myself to tell you
00:16:22this after the accident because I felt so ashamed of myself
00:16:26your apology can't undo what's been done Bradley
00:16:29I know I just I need you to know that I will always care about you deeply
00:16:38you're really like they say tall handsome powerful
00:16:52you know I can make you a very happy man
00:17:07I do not engage with women who have no shame
00:17:11hands off
00:17:17Catherine manipulated me but now I realize she's nothing compared to you
00:17:21we could start over with your family's resources I could help you grow the
00:17:24business we could be parents again give us a
00:17:27chance you know if I wasn't 100 sure before
00:17:32I am now you're a piece of human trash you're right I'm dirty but think about
00:17:39all the good memories we have think about more to come just let go
00:17:44Mia I'm serious don't get the fuck out of here
00:17:56I should have intervened before Bradley could talk to you it's fine Joshua
00:18:01thank you for stepping in thank you for
00:18:06everything
00:18:09yeah I follow through with all my business plans right
00:18:13yeah the business plan you know you call me your wife
00:18:17for the first time don't look into it too much
00:18:21let's go actually um you know what now that all the revenge is done I think
00:18:28I want to take some time alone to figure out my feelings
00:18:33I understand
00:18:40they've destroyed everything we can't let them get away with this
00:18:47what if we take Mia a ransom would help us
00:18:52but hurt Mia yes abducting Mia Gerber let's see how
00:18:58Joshua Lane reacts then but how will we get to Mia I know that
00:19:03she always goes to this one spot alone from what I know about her she must
00:19:08be there right now
00:19:22oh
00:19:26oh
00:19:30oh
00:19:34oh
00:19:38oh
00:19:42oh
00:19:45oh
00:20:07hey
00:20:11hey
00:20:22thought you could get rid of us Mia
00:20:26you and Joshua will regret ever crossing us
00:20:31don't bring him into this you bitch
00:20:41oh
00:20:47that's for talking back to me
00:20:52look at you just as pathetic as the day you fell
00:20:57of course I could have saved you but why would I
00:21:01you and your baby are worth nothing
00:21:07oh
00:21:10Joshua Lane listen up we have Mia Gerber you want her
00:21:15back get ready with a hefty ransom I'll pay
00:21:18the ransom but listen to me clearly I will hunt you
00:21:22down and you wish you'd never cross me
00:21:31well based on the footage from Mia's car camera it seems Bradley and Catherine
00:21:35are behind this these are the possible locations where
00:21:38Mia could be
00:21:41this one
00:21:52Mia
00:21:56I got you
00:21:59let's get you out
00:22:06of here
00:22:15oh
00:22:19oh
00:22:23oh
00:22:39oh just stop it's not worth it
00:22:45other matters have occupied my brain
00:22:52I know that's not an excuse to forget about you but I guess
00:23:01that's just life someday
00:23:05oh
00:23:14made you some soup thank you
00:23:22it's very unique what is this my mom's recipe before she
00:23:29passed away she used to make it for me when I was sick
00:23:32I thought it might comfort you I must have made it wrong
00:23:36it's wonderful I don't know how to thank you enough
00:23:40it's nothing I just did what I had to do
00:23:46Joshua is this still just a marriage of convenience for you
00:23:53excuse me Mr and Mrs Lane a guest has arrived
00:23:56her name is Suzy Harper Suzy's back
00:24:06oh I've missed you so much
00:24:13Suzy it's been ages when's the last time we saw each other
00:24:18um four years ago before I went abroad it's been too long welcome back Suze I
00:24:25came back just for you oh there's so much hey
00:24:30um Suzy this is my wife Mia um Mia this is Suzy uh an old friend
00:24:37of mine so you're the one Joshua had to marry
00:24:42oh Suzy that's enough Joshua and I have a special bond you know
00:24:48we've been friends since like forever he means a lot to me I want him to be
00:24:54happy I think we all want that do you
00:24:59Joshua and I talk often over the phone he confides in me
00:25:03I'm one of the few he truly trusts he mentioned he was quite unhappy about the
00:25:08marriage right uh well it seems like you two have
00:25:12a lot to catch up on so I'll leave you to it
00:25:17Suzy why would you say those things I told you I have doubts before the
00:25:23wedding not since then Joshua you're clearly
00:25:27unhappy I was just speaking up for you I don't need you to look out for me
00:25:33I'm sorry I just I was trying to help since you
00:25:39clearly didn't want the marriage
00:25:44I don't mind it though do you like her she's fine
00:25:52this means I still have a chance Joshua if I had stayed by your side you
00:25:58never would have had to marry a complete stranger like Mia Gerber
00:26:03I'm sure it hasn't been pleasant now that I'm back you can always talk to
00:26:08me Suzy you're a great friend
00:26:12of course I'll always be there for you
00:26:21how's it going it's this marriage it's Joshua he's like a shadow he's
00:26:29always there but never really close you deserve someone who can give you all
00:26:34the love and appreciation you need remember if you ever need anything I'm
00:26:39here
00:26:42thank you Noah
00:26:45how could I live without you
00:26:50I can't live without you
00:27:10how can I live without you
00:27:13I'll do everything to protect you Mia
00:27:27Joshua
00:27:31we can't be like this forever we have to talk
00:27:35why don't you talk to Noah
00:27:39seems like you have plenty to say to him
00:27:41I don't even know what that means
00:27:43there's nothing between Noah and me
00:27:45you and Suzy on the other hand
00:27:47what
00:27:49whatever you think I don't care
00:27:51what's he doing here
00:28:10look I'm here to deliver some documents to Mia
00:28:22and if you ever hurt her
00:28:24just know that I will protect her
00:28:26at all costs
00:28:28and what exactly have you done
00:28:30to protect her
00:28:32seems like all talk but no action
00:28:34what are you two doing
00:28:36what's going on here
00:28:38Joshua why are you acting so rash
00:28:40this is ridiculous
00:28:42you invite him into our house just to talk to him
00:28:44I didn't invite Joshua
00:28:46I'm sorry Mia
00:28:48I didn't mean to cause any rift between you two
00:28:51why are you here
00:28:53I'm here to protect you and the company
00:28:55I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser
00:28:57has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare
00:29:01is that Dwayne
00:29:03the CEO of Melody Healthcare
00:29:09Miss Gerber an emergency board meeting has been called
00:29:11what
00:29:14what
00:29:18we need to talk about the leadership
00:29:20of this company
00:29:22it is clear that Mia's recent decisions
00:29:24well they've been
00:29:26questionable
00:29:30acquiring
00:29:32Catherine Finney's hospital was
00:29:34a big misstep
00:29:36now Melody's Healthcare is outpacing us
00:29:38Mia I'm sorry
00:29:40but you're too young
00:29:43and inexperienced to be in this role
00:29:45I believe under my leadership
00:29:47our profits have already increased by 20%
00:29:49compared to last year
00:29:51that's due to the overall
00:29:53market trend not because
00:29:55of your leadership
00:29:57my strategies
00:29:59have been more than effective
00:30:01the Finney acquisition has potential long term benefits
00:30:03and our growth by the way
00:30:05is not just a fluke
00:30:07this company
00:30:09this board needs a leader
00:30:11with experience and vision
00:30:13not someone learning on a job
00:30:15as a senior VP
00:30:17on behalf of all the employees with Gerber Corporation
00:30:19we support Mia
00:30:21I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser
00:30:23has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare
00:30:25to undermine the company
00:30:27I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser
00:30:29has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare
00:30:31to undermine the company
00:30:35what is this?
00:30:37what are you doing?
00:30:39Dwayne is conspiring with Melody Healthcare
00:30:41he leaked our strategy
00:30:45you're fired Dwayne
00:30:47effective immediately
00:30:49I've been with you since you founded the company
00:30:51all these years I'm never the CEO
00:30:53but you give it to your daughter?
00:30:55I've always known you were ambitious
00:30:57but I never thought you would stoop this low
00:30:59your lack of trustworthiness
00:31:01is why you were never CEO
00:31:03we built this company on integrity and trust
00:31:05values you clearly lack
00:31:07security
00:31:09escort Mr. Kaiser out
00:31:11wait
00:31:23Mia we're so proud of you
00:31:25you really handled the crisis well
00:31:27thank you
00:31:29you truly are a Gerber
00:31:33no I can't thank you
00:31:35Noah I can't thank you enough
00:31:37of course
00:31:39you know I'd do anything for you
00:31:41you know I never asked but
00:31:43how did you get your hands on those documents?
00:31:45it all started with an
00:31:47anonymous tip
00:31:49someone delivered photos of Dwayne meeting with the owner
00:31:51of Melody Healthcare
00:31:53and I intercepted the tip
00:31:57this is your schedule for the week
00:31:59and what's this?
00:32:01seems to be about Mr. Kaiser
00:32:03I'll take that too, thanks
00:32:15anonymous?
00:32:17who would do that?
00:32:19I don't know but the photos led me to dig deeper
00:32:21and eventually I found clear evidence
00:32:23of his betrayal
00:32:25can I see the photos?
00:32:33I think I might know who's behind this
00:32:35but I need to confirm
00:32:37hey
00:32:41Ethan
00:32:43I need to talk to you about these photos
00:32:45is this you in the reflection?
00:32:47were you following Dwayne?
00:32:49yeah it's me
00:32:51Joshua asked me to keep an eye on Dwayne
00:32:53he's had his suspicions about Dwayne's loyalty for a while
00:32:55we then delivered the photos
00:32:57Mr. Lane
00:32:59what a surprise
00:33:01should I tell Ms. Lane you're here?
00:33:03no need to
00:33:07why couldn't Joshua
00:33:09just tell me about his suspicions?
00:33:11Joshua's a
00:33:13he's a complicated man
00:33:15he means well but he struggles
00:33:17with expressing himself
00:33:19he's never gone through such steps for anyone before me
00:33:21this must mean he cares about you
00:33:23he could just talk
00:33:25to me next time
00:33:27well Joshua has his ways
00:33:29he might not show it but he cares deeply
00:33:31I just ask that you
00:33:35don't hurt him
00:33:37I won't
00:33:39you're a loyal friend Ethan
00:33:47Joshua I need to talk to you
00:33:51it's about Dwayne Kaiser and Melody Healthcare
00:33:53what about it?
00:33:55I know you sent Ethan to follow Dwayne
00:33:57why didn't you just talk to me?
00:33:59it just seemed like the best course of action at the time
00:34:01Joshua is there
00:34:03more to this marriage than the alliance?
00:34:05did you do it because
00:34:07no no it's nothing like that
00:34:09I just couldn't have my wife being voted out
00:34:11as CEO on paper
00:34:13it would look bad for me
00:34:15so it's all about appearances?
00:34:17yes Mia it's all it ever is
00:34:19we agreed to a business arrangement
00:34:21Joshua I'm so tired of this
00:34:23of living in a fantasy
00:34:25where I never actually get to know you
00:34:27I'm more than just a tool
00:34:29for business advancement or
00:34:31keeping up appearances
00:34:35I want a divorce
00:34:39I want a divorce
00:34:43you sure about this?
00:34:47I deserve something real in my life Joshua
00:34:49not this
00:34:51facade
00:34:53I deserve to be more than just
00:34:55a business arrangement in somebody's life
00:34:57I want genuine happiness
00:34:59I understand
00:35:01if that's what you want
00:35:07Joshua please
00:35:11let's proceed with the divorce
00:35:23Joshua
00:35:39you're welcome
00:35:41Joshua
00:35:51Joshua
00:35:53what are you doing to yourself?
00:35:55Mia
00:35:57Mia
00:35:59don't leave don't leave
00:36:01you're drunk please help me take him to his car
00:36:05I'll take him to my place
00:36:07he shouldn't be alone
00:36:09okay
00:36:11let's go
00:36:21Mia
00:36:23Mia
00:36:31morning Josh
00:36:33here drink this
00:36:35you've had quite a night
00:36:37Susie
00:36:39where am I?
00:36:41this is my apartment
00:36:43nothing bad happened
00:36:45I also drove your car back here
00:36:47how did I get here?
00:36:49you were really drunk
00:36:51I didn't think you should be alone
00:36:53Josh
00:36:55what happened?
00:36:57it's over between me and Mia
00:36:59we're getting a divorce
00:37:01sorry
00:37:05maybe it was never meant to be
00:37:07you deserve someone
00:37:09who understands
00:37:11and loves you
00:37:19no I
00:37:21I can't do this Susie
00:37:23why?
00:37:25I have always loved you
00:37:27now that you and Mia are getting a divorce
00:37:29we can finally be together
00:37:31Susie
00:37:33you are a dear friend
00:37:35and like a little sister
00:37:37it can't be anything more
00:37:39I'm sorry
00:37:41do you really love that
00:37:43Mia Gerber?
00:37:45uh
00:37:47yes
00:37:49as a matter of fact I do
00:37:51I need to go tell her
00:37:53now
00:37:59ok
00:38:17your call has been forwarded
00:38:19to an automated voice message
00:38:29hello?
00:38:37Noah hey
00:38:39I've decided to divorce Joshua
00:38:41are you ok?
00:38:43I'm fine it's just
00:38:45it's for the best
00:38:47there's something I need to tell you
00:38:49sorry
00:38:51it's the hospital
00:38:53hello? what?
00:38:55what happened? is he ok?
00:38:57ok yeah I'll be right there
00:38:59what's wrong?
00:39:01it's Joshua he's been in an accident
00:39:09excuse me
00:39:11excuse me I'm here for Joshua Lane
00:39:19Joshua
00:39:23Miss Gerber?
00:39:25we found that Mr. Lane was attempting to call you
00:39:27when the accident occurred
00:39:31it's nobody's fault
00:39:33it was nobody's fault
00:39:35it was an accident
00:39:37but right now he needs you
00:39:39do your best to help him wake up
00:39:41will you?
00:39:43I won't leave you
00:39:45Joshua
00:39:49you remember that soup you made me?
00:39:51that meant the world to me
00:39:55whenever you get better
00:39:59I'm going to make you that soup
00:40:01because you know it was your mom's recipe
00:40:03it was those little moments with you
00:40:07you know whenever we would wake up
00:40:09and come out of our rooms
00:40:11and see each other in the morning
00:40:13sometimes that was the happiest part of my day
00:40:25please come back to me
00:40:31this is all your fault Mia
00:40:33you drove him to this
00:40:35you hurt him
00:40:37and now look what's happened to him
00:40:47Mia we have a problem
00:40:49Eleanor and Alex are plotting to make Alex the new CEO
00:40:51while Joshua is in a coma
00:40:53now even Joshua's father has been convinced
00:40:55so they're using Joshua's condition to their advantage
00:40:57I won't stand for it
00:40:59what's the plan?
00:41:01I'm meeting with Mr. Lang
00:41:03he's a key shareholder of Lane Holdings
00:41:05his voice can sway their opinion
00:41:09thank you for agreeing to meet me on such short notice Mr. Lang
00:41:13I've always been curious about the famous Mia Gerber
00:41:15after all you're the one who led Gerber Corporation to the next level
00:41:19you're too kind
00:41:21I'm only stating a fact
00:41:23not everyone in the second generation is as capable as you
00:41:25so tell me
00:41:27why do you want to see me?
00:41:29is it about Alex being the new CEO?
00:41:33you're a wise man Mr. Lang
00:41:35Joshua's vision has been the driving force
00:41:37behind Lane Holdings
00:41:39we cannot allow Alex to derail that
00:41:43I can't do anything at this time
00:41:45Joshua is out of commission
00:41:47it's best to have someone lead the company
00:41:49Gerald is not in good health
00:41:51after his stroke
00:41:53Alex is the only choice
00:41:55what if I told you
00:41:57there's another choice?
00:42:01what if I told you
00:42:03there's another choice?
00:42:05I can be the interim CEO of Lane Holdings
00:42:07as Joshua's legal wife
00:42:09I can uphold his legacy
00:42:11and as you mentioned before
00:42:13I'm a very capable CEO in my own right
00:42:15your vote of course is crucial
00:42:17but more than anything
00:42:19people trust your judgment
00:42:21if you choose to have faith in me
00:42:23others will follow
00:42:25and I promise
00:42:27I won't disappoint
00:42:29can you run two companies at the same time?
00:42:31I have a very capable team over at Gerber Corporation
00:42:33they'll keep things running smoothly
00:42:35even if I'm not there full time
00:42:37I'll devote my time to Lane Holdings
00:42:39until Joshua gets better
00:42:41what if he doesn't?
00:42:43he will
00:42:45I admire your tenacity
00:42:47I'll do what I can
00:42:49thank you Mr. Lane
00:43:07I'll fight for you Joshua
00:43:11you did the same for me
00:43:16I won't let you down
00:43:24given Joshua's current condition
00:43:26I propose Mia Gerber
00:43:28as the interim CEO of Lane Holdings
00:43:30Mia Gerber?
00:43:32she's from a different company
00:43:34how is she even qualified?
00:43:36Mia is Joshua's wife
00:43:38the legal heir
00:43:40she's proven her capabilities with Gerber Corporation
00:43:42combining the strengths of both companies
00:43:44and her leadership
00:43:46will only make Lane Holdings strong
00:43:48this is absurd
00:43:50Mia is practically a stranger to our company's operations
00:43:52while I appreciate
00:43:54your concerns
00:43:56I think my track record speaks for itself
00:43:58and unlike Alex here
00:44:00who has had his hand in multiple
00:44:02questionable business dealings
00:44:04I offer a clean slate
00:44:06and a fresh perspective
00:44:08I agree with Mr. Lane
00:44:10Mia's appointment as interim CEO
00:44:12is the best course of action for now
00:44:14but dad
00:44:16stop Alex
00:44:22Joshua I hope you're proud
00:44:28let's go
00:44:30are you going to take over with no consequences Mia?
00:44:32I'm going to make her pay
00:44:36I won't be touching her
00:44:38who the fuck are you?
00:44:43damn it
00:44:45she's gone
00:44:47take care of her
00:44:55see the security camera?
00:44:57I'm going to get the footage
00:44:59and if you ever try and hurt me again
00:45:01I'll call the police
00:45:03you'll never become a CEO of Lane Holdings
00:45:05ever
00:45:07god damn it
00:45:12I'm sorry
00:45:18thanks
00:45:26Noah what happened?
00:45:28don't worry I'm fine
00:45:30you're not fine
00:45:32you're bleeding
00:45:36are you okay?
00:45:39thanks but the
00:45:41the reason I came over was because I wanted to
00:45:43finish our conversation from before
00:45:45Mrs. Lane it's Mr. Lane
00:45:47he's waking up from the coma
00:45:51I have to go to the hospital
00:45:53I just want to tell you something quick
00:45:55nothing's more important than Joshua right now
00:46:01Joshua Joshua Joshua
00:46:03what is fucking Joshua
00:46:08when you wake up
00:46:10we can be together
00:46:12Mia doesn't deserve you
00:46:16but you and I
00:46:18we are meant to be
00:46:24Mia
00:46:26Joshua you're awake
00:46:28Mia
00:46:32excuse me miss
00:46:34Mr. Lane
00:46:37Mr. Lane
00:46:39Mia
00:46:41can you hear me sir?
00:46:42Mia
00:46:43call his wife Mia Gerber immediately
00:46:45Mr. Lane I need you to concentrate for me
00:46:47do you remember what day it is?
00:46:49Mia
00:46:51yes we're getting your wife right now sir
00:46:57Joshua
00:46:59I'm sorry this is all my fault
00:47:01no Mia
00:47:03don't blame yourself
00:47:05it's a price I was willing to pay
00:47:07you got hurt because of me
00:47:09Mia listen to me
00:47:14I'm sorry for all the pain I caused you
00:47:17for not being honest about my feelings
00:47:21I was afraid to admit it
00:47:23even to myself
00:47:25I can't hide it anymore
00:47:27I love you Mia
00:47:31I never thought I'd hear you say those words
00:47:34I should have said them sooner
00:47:38I love you too Joshua
00:48:04Noah Belaney
00:48:06drinking alone?
00:48:08what do you want Dwayne?
00:48:10just to talk
00:48:12you are underappreciated Noah
00:48:16maybe we could help each other out
00:48:20do you Joshua Lane take Mia Gerber
00:48:22for your lawfully wedded wife?
00:48:24I do
00:48:28and you Mia Gerber do you take Joshua Lane
00:48:30for your lawfully wedded husband?
00:48:32we may now kiss the bride
00:48:42Bradley I'm pregnant
00:48:44you're gonna be a father
00:48:47what's she doing here?
00:48:49what do you think?
00:48:51no need to hide anymore
00:48:53I'm leaving you for Katherine
00:48:55unlike you
00:48:57I'm young and rich
00:48:59I can give Bradley what he deserves
00:49:01to be vice president of her family's hospital
00:49:03she's also way better in bed
00:49:05what's that?
00:49:12she's pregnant?
00:49:14what?
00:49:16she must be faking it to trap you
00:49:18no it's not
00:49:20I'm so desperate
00:49:22give it back
00:49:24stop
00:49:32ah
00:49:40where am I?
00:49:42what happened?
00:49:44the baby
00:49:46is the baby ok?
00:49:50I'm so sorry
00:49:54we've lost the baby
00:49:58I'm so sorry Mia
00:50:02we're right here sweetheart
00:50:04we're right here
00:50:14I won't let Bradley
00:50:16and that woman
00:50:18get away with this
00:50:20I'm ready to come back dad
00:50:22revenge won't heal the heart
00:50:24this isn't about revenge
00:50:26this is about holding them accountable
00:50:28are you sure you're ready for this?
00:50:30I've been preparing for years mom
00:50:32ok
00:50:34but there is a condition
00:50:40I have an important announcement
00:50:42my daughter Mia Gerber
00:50:44will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation
00:50:46isn't Mia ready for such a big role?
00:50:48I've been concealing my identity
00:50:50to go undercover within the industry
00:50:52I've learned our competitors from the inside
00:50:54trust me
00:50:56I'm more than ready
00:51:00furthermore
00:51:02Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings
00:51:04and this alliance
00:51:08will strengthen our company
00:51:10and secure our future
00:51:18isn't Joshua Lane famous
00:51:20for being called the ruthless?
00:51:22that's what I heard
00:51:24and I think it'll be good for the company
00:51:26I don't think it'll be good for the new CEO
00:51:30I hope so
00:51:48Joshua has always been so
00:51:50distant with people
00:51:52unlike Alex here
00:51:54who's so popular and charismatic
00:51:56You're still the only woman that can't spell Jason.
00:52:01Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
00:52:06But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:52:13We need an heir after all.
00:52:15Eleanor, that's enough.
00:52:17I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to lead Lane Holden.
00:52:23Quite the contrary, actually.
00:52:26Joshua's very passionate.
00:52:29Especially in the bedroom.
00:52:30No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
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00:52:39Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
00:52:40This marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world.
00:52:44Don't expect any affection from me.
00:52:46Understood.
00:52:48And vice versa.
00:52:53My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
00:53:07My assistant will set it up.
00:53:08She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
00:53:13Done.
00:53:20Joshua has always been so distant with people.
00:53:25Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:53:30You're still the only woman that can't spell Jason.
00:53:33Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
00:53:39But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:53:45We need an heir after all.
00:53:47Eleanor, that's enough.
00:53:49I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to lead Lang Horgan.
00:53:55Quite the contrary, actually.
00:53:59Joshua's very passionate.
00:54:01Especially in the bedroom.
00:54:02No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
00:54:11For your information, passion is not in my DNA,
00:54:15nor does it align with my personal brand.
00:54:19But still, thank you for standing up for me.
00:54:24I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
00:54:34Get the campaign ready.
00:54:35I want that jerk out, Asa.
00:54:40Noah, hey.
00:54:43I need a favor.
00:54:47I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you.
00:54:51But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
00:54:55I always knew Eleanor and Alex would be up to my position.
00:54:58I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
00:55:01How do you know about this?
00:55:02Alex struck me as opportunistic.
00:55:04A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholder's opinion.
00:55:08Eleanor's background in PR made this move predictable.
00:55:11You're more perceptive than I thought.
00:55:15Why are you helping me?
00:55:19Our family's alliance is crucial.
00:55:21Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
00:55:24It's all business.
00:55:28Business, right.
00:55:30Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef with Katherine and Bradley, right?
00:55:36How did you know about that?
00:55:38Didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks.
00:55:42I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
00:55:44I mean, he cheated on you.
00:55:47So what?
00:55:50She must be faking it to trap you.
00:55:55How dare you?
00:55:57You had no right to dig into my past like that.
00:56:01I can take care of myself.
00:56:06What just happened?
00:56:10I want to know what happened to Mia during that gap after the breakup.
00:56:14Mia helped me, but unless I understand that part of the puzzle,
00:56:17I won't be able to return her favor.
00:56:20Do you care for her?
00:56:23You don't dislike her?
00:56:25No, Mia deserves someone who truly loves her.
00:56:28Not you.
00:56:30She's a grown woman.
00:56:31She knows what she wants.
00:56:33Nobody gets to tell her what she deserves, especially not you.
00:56:44You can choose not to share the information,
00:56:47but you won't be helping her.
00:56:50Your choice.
00:56:54All right, look, if you have to know,
00:56:58unfortunately, Mia had a miscarriage
00:57:02because of an accident involving Bradley and Katherine.
00:57:14How are you feeling?
00:57:19It's none of your business.
00:57:22Not that you would know what that means.
00:57:25I'm sorry for overstepping and being insensitive.
00:57:29I learned about your miscarriage.
00:57:31I had no idea.
00:57:32You didn't know?
00:57:34That doesn't excuse my behavior.
00:57:36I apologize.
00:57:38I may have overreacted.
00:57:40You were hurting.
00:57:42That's understandable.
00:57:44So you're not a robot, like everyone says you are.
00:57:47Of course I'm not.
00:57:49Who says that?
00:57:50Everyone.
00:57:51Your family, your friends, your co-workers, enemies.
00:57:56I even heard the maids joking about it the other day.
00:57:59Fire them all.
00:58:00No, no.
00:58:01No, it's okay.
00:58:03They're allowed to joke.
00:58:04They've been doing a wonderful job.
00:58:07Besides, I think you should talk like this.
00:58:11It suits you.
00:58:13It's not funny.
00:58:17It's late.
00:58:20I'm going to bed.
00:58:23Okay.
00:58:25Good night.
00:58:32Talk like this.
00:58:42Go ahead with the plan.
00:58:47Shorten the stock of Catherine's company.
00:58:49I want to see them bleed.
00:58:57Mia, you need to see this.
00:58:59The stock of Catherine's hospital has been shortened dramatically.
00:59:02They're on the verge of bankruptcy.
00:59:04Just a week?
00:59:05How is this possible?
00:59:06Seems like a coordinated attack.
00:59:08Someone powerful is behind this.
00:59:10Joshua.
00:59:17Did you short Catherine's stock?
00:59:19Yes, I did.
00:59:21Why?
00:59:22Strictly for business.
00:59:23To protect our family's alliances.
00:59:25Your enemies are my enemies now.
00:59:27Thank you, Joshua.
00:59:28I just did what's necessary.
00:59:30Just like you would do.
00:59:31You ought to pay a little visit to Bradley and Catherine.
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00:59:39Susie, it's been ages.
00:59:42When's the last time we saw each other?
00:59:44Four years ago.
00:59:46Before I went abroad.
00:59:48It's been too long.
00:59:50Welcome back, Susie.
00:59:51I came back just for you.
00:59:53Oh, there's so much...
00:59:57Susie, this is my wife, Mia.
01:00:00Mia, this is Susie.
01:00:02We've known each other for a long time.
01:00:04We've been friends for a long time.
01:00:07Mia, this is Susie, an old friend of mine.
01:00:10So, you're the one Joshua had to marry.
01:00:13Oh, Susie, that's enough.
01:00:16Joshua and I have a special bond, you know?
01:00:20We've been friends since, like, forever.
01:00:24He means a lot to me.
01:00:25I want him to be happy.
01:00:27I think we all want that.
01:00:29Do you?
01:00:30Joshua and I talk often over the phone.
01:00:33He confides in me.
01:00:36I'm one of the few he truly trusts.
01:00:38He mentioned he was quite unhappy about the marriage.
01:00:41Right.
01:00:43Well, it seems like you two have a lot to catch up on.
01:00:45So, I'll leave you to it.
01:00:55How's it going?
01:00:57It's this marriage.
01:00:59It's Joshua. He's like a shadow.
01:01:01He's always there, but never really close.
01:01:06You deserve someone who can give you all the love and appreciation you need.
01:01:11Remember, if you ever need anything, I'm here.
01:01:15Thank you, Noah.
01:01:19How could I live without you?
01:01:24And I can't live without you.
01:01:36Joshua!
01:01:41We can't be like this forever. We have to talk.
01:01:45Why don't you talk to Noah?
01:01:47Seems like you have plenty to say to him.
01:01:49I don't even know what that means.
01:01:51There's nothing between Noah and me.
01:01:53You and Susie, on the other hand.
01:01:55What?
01:01:57You and Susie.
01:01:59You and Susie.
01:02:01You and Susie.
01:02:03You and Susie.
01:02:05Whatever you think, I don't care.
01:02:23What's he doing here?
01:02:27Look, I'm here to deliver some documents to Mia.
01:02:35And if you ever hurt her, just know that I will protect her at all costs.
01:02:39And if you ever hurt her, just know that I will protect her at all costs.
01:02:41And if you ever hurt her, just know that I will protect her at all costs.
01:02:43Then what exactly have you done to protect her?
01:02:45Seems like all talk with no action.
01:02:47What are you two doing?
01:02:51What's going on here?
01:02:53Joshua, why are you acting so irrational?
01:02:55This is ridiculous! You invite him into our house just to talk to him?
01:02:57I didn't invite-
01:02:59Joshua!
01:03:01I'm sorry, Mia. I didn't mean to cause any rift between you two.
01:03:04It wasn't my intention.
01:03:06It's fine. Why are you here?
01:03:08I'm here to protect you and the company.
01:03:10I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare.
01:03:12I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare.
01:03:16Is that Dwayne?
01:03:18And the CEO of Melody Healthcare?
01:03:28Why do you look so sullen all the time?
01:03:30Does he look good on you?
01:03:33Wow.
01:03:35Thanks for the comfort.
01:03:41Damn it. Why do I have to say that like that?
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01:03:49Bradley, I'm pregnant.
01:03:51You're gonna be a father.
01:03:53What's she doing here?
01:03:55What do you think?
01:03:57No need to hide anymore.
01:03:59I'm leaving you. For Catherine.
01:04:02Unlike you, I'm young and rich.
01:04:04I can give Bradley what he deserves.
01:04:06Catherine hired me to be Vice President of her family's hospital.
01:04:08She's also way better in bed.
01:04:10What's that?
01:04:18She's pregnant?
01:04:20What?
01:04:22She must be faking it to trap you.
01:04:24No, it's real.
01:04:26Give it back! Stop!
01:04:28Give it back!
01:04:31Give it back!
01:04:55Where am I?
01:04:57What happened?
01:04:59The baby.
01:05:01Is the baby okay?
01:05:05I'm so sorry.
01:05:09We've lost the baby.
01:05:13I'm so sorry.
01:05:19We're right here, sweetheart.
01:05:21We're right here.
01:05:29I won't let Bradley
01:05:31and that woman
01:05:33get away with this.
01:05:35I'm ready to come back, Dad.
01:05:37Well, revenge won't heal the heart.
01:05:39This isn't about revenge.
01:05:41This is about holding them accountable.
01:05:43Are you sure you're ready for this?
01:05:45I've been preparing for years, Mom.
01:05:47Okay.
01:05:49But there is a condition.
01:05:55I have an important announcement.
01:05:58Mia Gerber will be the new CEO
01:06:00of Gerber Corporation.
01:06:02Is Mia ready for such a big role?
01:06:04I've been concealing my identity
01:06:06to go undercover within the industry.
01:06:08I've learned our competitors from the inside.
01:06:10Trust me.
01:06:12I'm more than ready.
01:06:14Furthermore,
01:06:16Mia will marry Joshua Lane
01:06:18from Lane Holdings.
01:06:22Mia will marry Joshua Lane
01:06:24from Lane Holdings.
01:06:27There is a condition.
01:06:29You're going to have to marry Joshua Lane,
01:06:31the heir of Lane Holdings.
01:06:33Mia's never even met this guy before.
01:06:35It's a strategic alliance, Noah.
01:06:39It's what's best for our families
01:06:41and the company.
01:06:43I'll do it.
01:06:47I'll marry Joshua Lane if that's what it takes.
01:06:51And this alliance
01:06:53will strengthen our company
01:06:56and secure our future.
01:07:04Isn't Joshua Lane famous
01:07:06for being called the Ruffles?
01:07:08That's what I heard.
01:07:10I think it'll be good for the company.
01:07:12I don't think it'll be good for the CEO.
01:07:26Ugh.
01:07:34Joshua, I was hoping we could-
01:07:36Not interested. Get lost.
01:07:40Man, you are brutal.
01:07:42That's the fifth girl you've turned down
01:07:44tonight.
01:07:46Hey, I heard you're getting hitched to Mia Gerber.
01:07:48Why didn't you turn her down?
01:07:50This marriage is what my parents want.
01:07:52Couldn't care less about her.
01:07:55She's a curse to the Gerber Corporation.
01:07:57There must be some perks to her.
01:07:59Perks or not, she'll learn quickly
01:08:01that I'm not one to be messed with.
01:08:03Gonna give her a hard time, huh?
01:08:05Let's just say that she's got something coming.
01:08:17Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber
01:08:19for your lawfully wedded wife?
01:08:21I do.
01:08:23And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane
01:08:25for your lawfully wedded husband?
01:08:27I do.
01:08:29Um, the rings?
01:08:39You may now kiss the bride.
01:08:53Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
01:08:55This marriage is a show for our family
01:08:57and the rest of the world.
01:08:59Don't expect any affection from me.
01:09:01Understood. And vice versa.
01:09:19My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
01:09:22My assistant will set it up.
01:09:24She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
01:09:26Done.
01:09:46Joshua has always been so
01:09:48distant with people.
01:09:51Unlike Alex here,
01:09:53who's so popular and charismatic.
01:09:55You should see all the women
01:09:57that can't stop chasing.
01:09:59Well, at least
01:10:01I don't have to worry if
01:10:03Alex can give me a grandson.
01:10:05But I wonder, Joshua,
01:10:07if you can even
01:10:09warm up enough to give me a child.
01:10:11We need an heir after all.
01:10:13Eleanor,
01:10:15that's enough.
01:10:17I'm just saying.
01:10:20Alex is a better fit to lead Lane Horton.
01:10:22Quite the contrary.
01:10:24Actually,
01:10:26Joshua's very passionate.
01:10:28Especially in the bedroom.
01:10:30No doubt that you'll have that heir
01:10:32soon.
01:10:38For your information,
01:10:40passion is not in my DNA.
01:10:42Nor does it align with my personal brand.
01:10:46But still,
01:10:49thank you for signing up for me.
01:10:51I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
01:11:01Get the campaign ready.
01:11:03I want that jerk out, Asa.
01:11:09Noah, hey.
01:11:11I need a favor.
01:11:15You're right.
01:11:17I need you to sign a smear campaign against Joshua.
01:11:19Blue Diamond PR is already involved.
01:11:21What agency are we using?
01:11:23We're still deciding.
01:11:25Bids are open for this year's contract.
01:11:27Perfect.
01:11:29I have a plan.
01:11:33I'm offering the Gerber Corporation's
01:11:35annual PR budget.
01:11:37It's one of the largest in the industry.
01:11:39That's an enticing offer,
01:11:41Miss Gerber.
01:11:43What do you ask of me in return?
01:11:46I need you to withdraw from any campaign against Joshua Lane.
01:11:48I don't mind.
01:11:50I'll cover the cancellation fee.
01:11:56You have a deal.
01:11:58The Gerber Corporation account
01:12:00is too good to pass up.
01:12:02There's a little more.
01:12:04I need you to spread the word.
01:12:06Any PR firm
01:12:08that goes against Joshua Lane
01:12:10will be blacklisted from the Gerber Corporation
01:12:12and our allies.
01:12:15No one in this industry
01:12:17would be stupid enough to fight against
01:12:19the Gerber Corporation.
01:12:21Wonderful.
01:12:23Looking forward to a fruitful partnership.
01:12:29I have evidence
01:12:31of Alex's scheme against you all.
01:12:33But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
01:12:37I always knew Eleanor and Alex
01:12:39to be after my position.
01:12:41I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
01:12:44How do you know about this?
01:12:46Alex struck me as opportunistic.
01:12:48A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholders' opinion.
01:12:50Eleanor's background in PR
01:12:52made this move predictable.
01:12:54You're more perceptive than I thought.
01:12:56Why are you helping me?
01:13:00Our family's alliance
01:13:02is crucial.
01:13:04Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
01:13:06It's all business.
01:13:10Business, right.
01:13:13Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef
01:13:15with Katherine and Bradley, right?
01:13:19How did you know about that?
01:13:21You didn't expect me to enter into the marriage
01:13:23without doing background checks.
01:13:25I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
01:13:27I mean, he cheated on you.
01:13:29So what?
01:13:33She must be faking it to trap you.
01:13:37How dare you?
01:13:39You had no right
01:13:41to dig into my past like that.
01:13:43I can take care of myself.
01:13:47What just happened?
01:13:53To your new position as Senior VP.
01:13:57And it's all thanks to my help, of course.
01:13:59Absolutely.
01:14:01You're my lucky charm, honey.
01:14:07Imagine if I'd stayed with Mia.
01:14:10Poor and powerless. That's all she ever was.
01:14:12She's a joke.
01:14:14A stepping stone at best.
01:14:16With you by my side, we are unstoppable.
01:14:30Katherine's Hospital is resisting our acquisition.
01:14:32Bradley, as the new Senior VP,
01:14:34is waiting to push back.
01:14:36Do they know I'm the CEO yet?
01:14:39No, as per your request.
01:14:41Perfect. Keep at it.
01:14:47Now how do I pull this off?
01:14:57There are gaps in Mia's medical record
01:14:59right after her breakup.
01:15:01These are from the Gerber Corporation's own hospital.
01:15:03Only someone higher up from within
01:15:05can access it.
01:15:08Thanks for watching.