Tied By Fate - Full Movie
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00:00:00We had boyfriends? Interesting.
00:00:09I still can't believe we did that.
00:00:13Mia, will you marry me?
00:00:15Yes! Oh my god!
00:00:20I can see you taking a break.
00:00:23Perhaps, this will help you to remember.
00:00:31I thought as much.
00:00:33It's me.
00:00:35Open up my bag.
00:00:36She will never find out.
00:00:41Now this is what we are talking about, James.
00:01:01Is anyone here?
00:01:04What do you want from me?
00:01:16It's time to tell the truth, don't you think?
00:01:24Please, put the gun down.
00:01:28You don't want to end up like this.
00:01:30Mia is the only one in love.
00:01:58Macallan, meet.
00:02:03Marriage, suffocating.
00:02:08Tell me about it.
00:02:12Sounds like you've got something you want to say.
00:02:16Family pressures, right?
00:02:19Want to talk?
00:02:22My family have been on my case for years.
00:02:25It's likely they have already chosen my future spouse.
00:02:32My family wants to plan my entire life.
00:02:40I'm James. James Turner, by the way.
00:02:45I'm Mia. Pleasure to meet you.
00:02:49It's our endless battle.
00:02:54To my new comrade.
00:03:10James, right?
00:03:12Fancy seeing you here.
00:03:15James, right?
00:03:17Fancy seeing you here again.
00:03:19Mia, it must be fate.
00:03:22Or you just come here a little too often.
00:03:27Scotch, meet.
00:03:28Got it.
00:03:31How are things going on your end?
00:03:34My mom calls me every single day
00:03:38to see if I'm bringing someone home for Thanksgiving dinner.
00:03:42And what was your response?
00:03:45I said yes just to stop her calls,
00:03:48but I don't think there's anyone.
00:03:50You?
00:03:53My parents are obsessed with my kids.
00:03:55Even Doll's still single.
00:03:57Scotch, please.
00:04:07Here.
00:04:09To our endless battle.
00:04:18Mia, I've been thinking.
00:04:20Why don't we help each other out here?
00:04:35What do you mean?
00:04:37Maybe we can be the plus one for each other
00:04:40so our families will stop pushing us.
00:04:43Make boyfriends?
00:04:45Interesting.
00:04:47Only once.
00:04:49And we can be free for a long time.
00:04:52It's not what I usually do, but
00:04:55maybe it's exactly what I need right now.
00:04:59These nights just keep getting more interesting.
00:05:02Sounds like the craziest night I've ever had.
00:05:05Not yet. Wait till Thanksgiving.
00:05:08Okay, boyfriend.
00:05:10Why don't you introduce yourself more to me?
00:05:13Well, I own a real estate company.
00:05:16We work with many partners on their projects.
00:05:19You sure look like a boss.
00:05:21The Scotch gives it away.
00:05:23Alright, enough about me.
00:05:25Tell me something about yourself.
00:05:27Well, I'm an artist and a gallery owner.
00:05:31Not to show off,
00:05:33but you've probably seen a lot of my work around Manhattan already.
00:05:37Wait, are you Mia Davis?
00:05:40That Mia Davis?
00:05:42In the flesh, darling.
00:05:50I understand the emergency,
00:05:52but this is not how negotiation works.
00:05:54I need this to be done in three days.
00:05:56Our investors are not going to wait for us.
00:05:59Anderson,
00:06:01I assure you we are doing everything we can.
00:06:04I trust you because you are the best I've got.
00:06:07We won't let you down.
00:06:31Hey there.
00:06:39Mia, what a pleasant surprise.
00:06:42How did you have time to call me today?
00:06:44Is this a bad time?
00:06:46You sound like you've had a rough day.
00:06:48It was one of those days.
00:06:50Well, sounds like you could use a break.
00:06:54How about a drink to unwind later?
00:06:57Let me check.
00:07:01Yeah, I can really use that.
00:07:03I'll meet you at the same bar.
00:07:13Knowing my mom, she'll definitely want you to stay over.
00:07:17So we'll probably spend three days in one bedroom.
00:07:21After that, we'll be free to go back to our regular lives.
00:07:25Sounds like a plan.
00:07:31Here we go, James.
00:07:33Remember, we're a couple, deeply in love.
00:07:37Got it.
00:07:43Mom, I'm home!
00:07:46Mia!
00:07:48It's been so long.
00:07:51Mom, this is James, my boyfriend.
00:07:54Pleasure to meet you, Mrs. Davis.
00:07:56Mia's told me so much about you.
00:07:58Please, call me Maria.
00:08:01Come and eat.
00:08:02Have yourself some cookies before I finish dressing the turkey.
00:08:09So far, so good.
00:08:11Let's keep it up.
00:08:18You know, I'm actually enjoying this date.
00:08:21Me too.
00:08:23I feel like we're a real couple.
00:08:26I feel like we're a real couple.
00:08:29So, you two.
00:08:32Tell me how you met.
00:08:35Of course.
00:08:37It was a charming little cafe on 3rd Avenue.
00:08:40You know, we're sitting alone, reading a chapter of Eugenics.
00:08:44We were just striking up a conversation.
00:08:47Oh, how nice.
00:08:50I'm so happy you guys met each other.
00:08:54It's been so long.
00:08:56I miss you both so, so much.
00:09:21Mia, your mom's here.
00:09:23What do we do?
00:09:25Quick, come in here.
00:09:32Come in.
00:09:37Good morning, lovebirds.
00:09:39I can see you had a lovely night.
00:09:42Stop it, Mom. You're making it awkward.
00:09:45Look at you, all glowing.
00:09:50I'll do everything for my princess.
00:09:53Okay, I think the couple needs their alone time now.
00:09:58Okay, okay. Just don't take too long.
00:10:02And she'll let you get back to the city today.
00:10:13I have to say, it was quite a play in your house.
00:10:16It was perfect. They all bought it.
00:10:20Remember how your mom almost caught us in the bedroom.
00:10:23My heart was about to jump out when I heard that knock.
00:10:27But we made it.
00:10:30So, has it been easier for you with your parents since our last visit?
00:10:36They just won't let the topic off you.
00:10:38Same here.
00:10:40But now, my mom won't stop asking me about the wedding.
00:10:43I'm going to lose my mind.
00:10:48Let's just share the night we have right now.
00:10:51While we still can.
00:11:03You know, James, it's nights like these that really make me appreciate the simple things in life.
00:11:10I feel the same.
00:11:12I know there's beauty in commitment, but shouldn't it be our own life choice to make?
00:11:18Exactly.
00:11:20I'd rather cherish these moments with you and my friends.
00:11:24Telling me to rush into a life.
00:11:27Raising kids in a house and giving up all of my freedoms.
00:11:32No thank you.
00:11:35Wait.
00:11:37I have an idea.
00:11:40It might help both of us.
00:11:42I'm all ears.
00:11:45I'm thinking...
00:11:47What if we turn the tables on our families?
00:11:53I'm thinking...
00:11:55What if we turn the tables on our families?
00:11:59Please elaborate.
00:12:02Please elaborate.
00:12:05What if we consider a contract marriage?
00:12:09A contract marriage?
00:12:12Yeah.
00:12:13Our families will be satisfied while we actually live a free life.
00:12:17We'll make a legal contract with maybe separate bedrooms, financial terms and so on.
00:12:23Oh.
00:12:25No feelings should be included.
00:12:27This is huge.
00:12:29I need to think about it.
00:12:32I know.
00:12:34It's not something you do with the person whom you just met.
00:12:37But think about this.
00:12:39The contract will satisfy our parents' expectations.
00:12:43So we can take control of our own lives without their interference.
00:12:47It's the perfect solution to our current dilemma.
00:12:51It's just...
00:12:52Like I said, love and marriage are not supposed to be contractual.
00:12:58They should be based on emotions and connection that grows naturally.
00:13:05Get it, Mia. I do.
00:13:07But sometimes life doesn't follow our script.
00:13:10And we need to adapt to that.
00:13:12Our life won't change a bit.
00:13:14Just more freedom with this contract.
00:13:16But what about the no emotions term?
00:13:20Should we really cut off our feelings like that?
00:13:24It's necessary.
00:13:26We need to avoid the situation of falling in love with each other.
00:13:29It will make things difficult.
00:13:35You do make a good point.
00:13:38I do want to take control over my own destiny again.
00:13:43But we need to set boundaries.
00:13:46Conditions.
00:13:48We'll stick with friendship.
00:13:50Contractual partners.
00:13:53Agreed, Mia.
00:13:54It's a legal contract and we should both be clear about all the terms.
00:13:59Oh, and one more thing, James.
00:14:01We need to keep our personal lives separate from all of this.
00:14:05We both continue to pursue our goals, passions and relationships.
00:14:10Absolutely.
00:14:12Our contract won't affect any of our lives.
00:14:15We can make it done tomorrow.
00:14:17Follow our script, we'll take care of everything.
00:14:21Deal.
00:14:24Deal.
00:14:32I can't believe we're actually doing this.
00:14:36Yeah, we've got that far, Mia.
00:14:41Let's go through this contract together.
00:14:44Okay.
00:14:48Separate bedrooms.
00:14:51No feelings, Claus.
00:14:57And it's clear financial terms.
00:15:02Yep.
00:15:04We'll be committed to each other from now on.
00:15:22Yeah.
00:15:31I still can't believe we did that.
00:15:35So, what's next?
00:15:38We'll tell our parents and make it official.
00:15:41I'll propose to you in your apartment and send pictures to our families.
00:15:46Well, it's a lot to get done just to prove we're getting married.
00:15:50Yes, then we'll plan a wedding so everyone will buy it.
00:15:54It's all part of the plan.
00:15:56I really want to get this out of my head.
00:15:59Can we just get it over with so we can move on with our lives?
00:16:11Did you turn the camera on?
00:16:14Yeah, it's working.
00:16:20Mia, there is something I'm going to ask you tonight.
00:16:24Yes?
00:16:28Mia, will you marry me?
00:16:31Oh my God, James, yes!
00:16:38Oh my God!
00:16:51Oh my God!
00:17:02I can't believe we just did that.
00:17:05It's all part of the plan.
00:17:09This is our first big show on the stage.
00:17:14We have to make sure that we look like a happy couple in front of everyone.
00:17:22Of course, not a mistake is allowed tonight.
00:17:27Another successful play.
00:17:40I can't believe we just did that.
00:17:44It's all part of the plan.
00:17:49We have to make sure that we look like a happy couple in front of everyone.
00:17:54It's getting harder for me to tell between all this and the truth.
00:18:01I know, but we have to stay firm. Focus on the bigger picture.
00:18:08Neither of us wants a real marriage right now.
00:18:12And we still have our wedding in two days.
00:18:15Let's get some rest. Good night.
00:18:22Good night.
00:18:40Mia, are you okay?
00:18:43Please, open up. Talk to me.
00:18:49I can't do this, James. At the wedding, I saw everyone's faces.
00:18:56They were so happy and blessed us with their whole hearts.
00:19:02I feel like I betrayed every one of them.
00:19:07But we are already here. There is no way of going back.
00:19:13I saw their faces. They believed in us.
00:19:17It was all a huge lie.
00:19:20I can't imagine what would happen if they found out the truth.
00:19:25It's not easy for me either.
00:19:28But we have to hang in there.
00:19:30We can't let them down right now.
00:19:48I just wish it didn't have to be like this.
00:19:53I wish that too, Mia. But I promise we can get through it. I promise.
00:20:18James, I have something that I want to say.
00:20:26Mia, we agreed. No feelings.
00:20:36I know, but...
00:20:47Compliments of a friend.
00:20:52Please, enjoy your evening.
00:21:02James, what's this?
00:21:17I love you.
00:21:47James?
00:21:56James?
00:22:00Where are you?
00:22:02Right here, Mia. Is there any candle?
00:22:11James...
00:22:17So, any clue on that note?
00:22:32Sorry.
00:22:37Hello?
00:22:39I hope you enjoyed the champagne I sent you. A gift to a celebrity of a fake wedding.
00:22:53Someone knows our secret. What should we do?
00:23:17You know, I've been thinking about the day we met.
00:23:22It feels like a lifetime ago.
00:23:29I know, and I'm glad that I met you. You're such a special woman, and I've never met anyone like you.
00:23:41You too. I'm glad I met a real gentleman.
00:23:54Even though it's a dramatic fake wedding, I'm happy to have you here with me.
00:24:06It's not a fairy tale. It's a bloody reality.
00:24:12I still like it. It's our story.
00:24:36What's happening?
00:24:43We're stuck. What do we do? I need to be there on time.
00:24:50Let's call the building. They should come and fix this.
00:25:02There's no signal. We could be trapped in here for hours.
00:25:07We won't. Someone will notice the elevator went wrong and come to fix this. We just need to be patient.
00:25:19What's that for?
00:25:21Just to give us some strength. Friends can help too.
00:25:25Okay.
00:25:28I can't believe this is happening.
00:25:32Well, at least it's a short break from our complex life.
00:25:38You always find a way to be positive, don't you?
00:25:46James, what if people find out about our contract meeting?
00:25:53James, what if people find out about our contract marriage? They'd be so disappointed.
00:26:01We're doing everything we can. So far, we did good. Everyone is happy.
00:26:08I just think about how far we've come.
00:26:13Since the day we met, there was the gala, the proposal, the wedding, and now blackmail?
00:26:22It's like an endless spy game.
00:26:25I know. But we're in this together. We chose this to take control of our life.
00:26:32Now we are tied together by fate. We are one.
00:26:38I suddenly feel so relieved. Maybe it's because I'm not alone anymore.
00:26:46I know. I always rush to my friends after a bad day. And here I am, with a dearest friend.
00:26:53And now maybe I can finally get some space from my mom, now that I'm busy with my new husband.
00:27:00Mine too. My mom called the other day, but when she saw you walk out from the bath, she hung up as soon as she could.
00:27:07But of course, she made fun of us.
00:27:10Or maybe next time I can show up even sexier, and then she can make fun of you some more.
00:27:17I'm sexy now.
00:27:31Maybe we should talk about what just happened. The moment was...
00:27:37I enjoyed it. There was something I never thought I would say.
00:27:41But it's not what we expected. I thought we got into this to avoid marriage.
00:27:47Mia, I have to tell you. I don't want to lie to myself or to you anymore.
00:27:54I care about you more than I should.
00:27:57I care about you more than I should.
00:28:00I don't want to hide my feelings and pretend nothing is there.
00:28:05I'm in love with you.
00:28:12I actually feel the exact same way.
00:28:18I can't stop thinking about you all the time.
00:28:22Although we got into this relationship to avoid affection, I'm glad that fate brought us together.
00:28:31Let's tell everyone the truth. I'm sure they'll understand.
00:28:35They'll be mad at first, but they'll be happy for us in the end.
00:28:39Our families will be shocked when they find out.
00:28:42I know, Mia, but it's time to set things right. It should be our priority right now.
00:28:53James, our parents aside, I'm really worried about that blackmail that we received at the bar.
00:28:59Who would be so interested in our personal matters?
00:29:04Mia, I have no idea, but I hired an investigator. I hope she can bring me some valuable information.
00:29:11I have a feeling someone is watching us from the dark.
00:29:15We should have never gotten ourselves into this mess.
00:29:18This contract marriage was a stupid idea in hindsight, bringing us all of these unexpected problems.
00:29:25I chose this to live a better life, Mia.
00:29:32I'm sorry, James.
00:29:34I'm sorry, Mia.
00:29:36I'm sorry, James.
00:29:38I'm sorry, Mia.
00:29:40I'm sorry, James.
00:29:42I'm sorry, James.
00:29:48And yet, I feel that life is worse under the pretense.
00:29:52We will get ourselves out of this situation.
00:29:55We'll find the right time to tell everyone the truth to our marriage, and we'll for sure catch the person hunting us.
00:30:13A few hours later
00:30:31Who's there?
00:30:43Anyone here?
00:30:45What do you want from me?
00:30:55You're exactly where I want you, Mia.
00:30:58Where am I?
00:31:00What did I do?
00:31:02I assure you, there's a misunderstanding.
00:31:05Please, just tell me what you want from me.
00:31:09Don't worry, you will know what we want soon enough.
00:31:12I just need you to behave right now.
00:31:14We can talk things out.
00:31:16You don't need to tie me to a chair.
00:31:19I will cooperate.
00:31:21If it is money, I can give it to you.
00:31:26Just let me go.
00:31:40A few hours later
00:31:50Hello?
00:31:51Mr. Turner, it's time for you to decide.
00:31:54Mia's life depends on you.
00:31:56Don't bother.
00:31:58You won't recognize who I am.
00:32:00What matters is Mia.
00:32:02You have 24 hours to prepare 5 million dollars if you want to see her alive.
00:32:07Who are you and what do you want?
00:32:09That is not a question for me to answer.
00:32:12Just do as I said.
00:32:14I can't arrange that much money in such a short time.
00:32:17That's not my concern.
00:32:19Mr. Turner, you can't put a price on love, can you?
00:32:23I need to be sure she's okay.
00:32:25Let me talk to her.
00:32:26That won't be happening.
00:32:28I swear, if you dare to touch her, I will hunt you down and pull out your eyes myself.
00:32:38A few hours later
00:32:42I don't know what to do, Scott.
00:32:44They're asking for 5 million in 24 hours.
00:32:46I can't lose her.
00:32:48We'll figure it out, James.
00:32:50I'll do everything I can.
00:32:53I can't lose Mia.
00:32:57I thought the relationship between you two was strictly based on a contract.
00:33:02We found each other the one we have been looking for our whole life.
00:33:05Oh, no.
00:33:06This was not meant to happen.
00:33:09I have to find her.
00:33:10I can't stand to see her in danger.
00:33:13We will.
00:33:14But who would commit such a horrible crime?
00:33:18Anyone raise a bell?
00:33:20Mia wouldn't hurt anyone.
00:33:22I can assure you.
00:33:23This has something to do with that blackmail we received.
00:33:28Blackmail?
00:33:30Someone has been stalking us.
00:33:32They know about the contract marriage and threaten to expose us.
00:33:35Whatever it takes, I will hunt this person down.
00:33:42Mark, please, I need your help.
00:33:45Mia's life is in danger.
00:33:47I wish I could, James.
00:33:495 million is a lot.
00:33:52I can't pull those resources in such a short time.
00:33:56Save it, Mark.
00:33:57When it comes to your turn, I dropped a lot of things to help you.
00:34:00You're a fucking nuisance.
00:34:01I guess our business partnership has also come to an end.
00:34:20I might be able to catch this up.
00:34:23Thank you for calling CPM Bank.
00:34:25Mr. Turner, how can we help you today?
00:34:29I have a certificate of deposit with your bank.
00:34:31I want to cash it out immediately.
00:34:34I understand the urgency.
00:34:36Please give us a moment.
00:34:52Can you get money for me in an hour?
00:34:54It's for an urgent matter.
00:34:56Sure. Since this is a huge sum of money, I will be needing you to come over.
00:35:01I will be there in 20 minutes.
00:35:03Please get the cash ready by then.
00:35:05Yes, sir. I'll note it.
00:35:07Great.
00:35:23Is it ready?
00:35:24Yes. Give me the location.
00:35:27Boom!
00:35:42I can't thank you enough for saving my life, James.
00:35:46Do anything to keep you safe. We're in this together.
00:35:53I thought I'd never see you again.
00:35:56I swear to you, I'll protect you with my life.
00:36:12I want to give you both an update.
00:36:14We are investigating a lead we got from the drop-off point.
00:36:18Our main focus is on tracking down the kidnappers and bringing them to justice.
00:36:26Thank you, detective. We appreciate your efforts.
00:36:35I'm so, so sorry about all of this, James.
00:36:41It's not your fault. We'll get through this.
00:36:44We'll get through this.
00:36:46Here with you.
00:37:09It's been a while since we had a peaceful room like this.
00:37:13Yeah. It's nice to get a break from all the chaos.
00:37:29Mia! You won't believe this!
00:37:34What is it?
00:37:36The company chose us to partner in a luxury project.
00:37:39They love my pitch!
00:37:41Oh my god, James, that's amazing!
00:37:45I'm gonna call my employees to announce this news.
00:37:50And an after-party later?
00:37:53You know me too well.
00:37:57Will you pick me up later for our little celebration?
00:38:01Absolutely! I'll meet you at home after work!
00:38:12Yes, I need you to gather the people online for a meeting.
00:38:15We got that project and we need to present it to the client this afternoon.
00:38:20Wow! That's fantastic! I will get that done.
00:38:28I'm sorry, I can't make it.
00:38:31It's okay.
00:38:33I'll call you later.
00:38:35Okay.
00:38:51Thank you all for your time.
00:38:53I'm eager to bring my team on board to execute this project.
00:38:58Before I finish, I'm just curious.
00:39:01Why you guys chose us out of all the companies in the world?
00:39:05Our president insisted you were the perfect fit.
00:39:08She said you're an old friend.
00:39:11An old friend?
00:39:14I'm not sure I know who it could be.
00:39:18You'll find out soon enough, James.
00:39:21For now, focus on getting the job done.
00:39:41What?
00:39:58What's wrong, James?
00:40:04Who could that be?
00:40:08I don't know.
00:40:10But we're going to find out soon.
00:40:21Samantha, have you found anything?
00:40:24I have been waiting ages to hear from you.
00:40:26Hope you have news that I want to hear.
00:40:29James, we've made some significant progress.
00:40:32I think we're close to uncovering who has been trying to blackmail you and Mia.
00:40:38I'm all ears. Details, please.
00:40:41We managed to trace the source of the blackmail,
00:40:43attempts we found a connection to an individual named Richard Kingsley.
00:40:48Richard Kingsley? Never heard that name.
00:40:51And why would he do this?
00:40:53We're still working on that part.
00:40:55We'll gather more evidence and get to the bottom of this.
00:40:58Thank you, Samantha.
00:41:00Keep me posted on any updates.
00:41:02I want to know everything about Richard Kingsley and his motives.
00:41:05Of course. We're so close to unravelling this mystery.
00:41:25I received these pictures of you in the apartment.
00:41:27I tried to call you many times and you didn't answer.
00:41:30I thought something happened to you.
00:41:32I'm so sorry. I've been so engrossed in my painting.
00:41:35Everything's okay.
00:41:37I'm just glad you're okay.
00:41:40I'm safe and sound.
00:41:42Thank you for worrying about me so much.
00:41:46Samantha, the private detective at heart is close to finding the person behind all this.
00:41:51I won't let him walk in one piece after what he has done.
00:42:03You know, it's moments like these that really make me appreciate having you in my life, James.
00:42:09Contract or not.
00:42:11I feel the same way, Mia.
00:42:13I won't ever want to lose you.
00:42:18I've been working on this for a few weeks.
00:42:20It may not be to everyone's taste, but it means a lot to me.
00:42:28It's wonderful. You're really talented.
00:42:32Thank you so much for your support.
00:42:34It means the world to me.
00:42:50Hello?
00:42:52James, I trust you are well.
00:42:55I wanted to inform you that there is an urgent meeting scheduled regarding the latest project we are partnering up on.
00:43:02Sure. Where should we meet?
00:43:06I can rearrange some work to meet you.
00:43:09That's great.
00:43:11Your expertise and insights have been invaluable to us.
00:43:15I'll be at your office at 3pm and we can go over all the details.
00:43:20Thank you for your recognition.
00:43:22I'm more than happy to lead this project to our huge success.
00:43:46Hi. I'm just calling to check if we should reschedule today's meeting.
00:43:51My apologies, James.
00:43:53I wouldn't be able to make the meeting myself due to some unexpected events,
00:43:58but our president is on her way to meet with you herself.
00:44:03Wow. I was not aware of that.
00:44:06Maybe you can catch up with each other.
00:44:08It's a great opportunity.
00:44:10She surely is very excited about this.
00:44:20I'm sorry.
00:44:46I'm James Turner.
00:44:47You're...
00:44:53Jimmy?
00:44:54Don't you remember me?
00:45:00I'm sorry, but I can't seem to...
00:45:05Perhaps this will help you to remember me.
00:45:13I've thought as much.
00:45:15It's me, your beloved Belle.
00:45:21My Belle?
00:45:23What the...
00:45:45You know, my Belle, next year is going to be a whole new world to me.
00:45:49I know, babe.
00:45:51I can't believe you're graduating.
00:45:54Time flies.
00:45:55Life after college.
00:45:57It's a bit scary, but I'm so excited.
00:46:01I want to work in real estate and I can't wait what I can achieve.
00:46:06I'm sure nothing can stop you from your goal.
00:46:14I can't wait to graduate so we can get married.
00:46:17Yeah, I know.
00:46:21Did you lock the door?
00:46:22Of course I did.
00:46:26I hope you won't change after you leave.
00:46:29I won't.
00:46:44My Belle?
00:46:46James, I can't explain.
00:46:49I'm so sorry you have to find out like this, but my Belle and I have been together for a while now.
00:47:07My Belle?
00:47:08What are you doing here?
00:47:10It's Victoria.
00:47:12And for business, of course, darling.
00:47:18What are you playing here?
00:47:20What's up with all the charade?
00:47:24Let's say I wanted to see how have you been, James.
00:47:30You know, for the old times sake.
00:47:34Old times sake?
00:47:35You cheated on me with my best friend.
00:47:38What do you want?
00:47:40People change, James.
00:47:43And...
00:47:45I just can't let you on my mind.
00:47:49How did you become the president of this company?
00:47:51What are you hiding?
00:47:54A woman like me can get whatever I want with just a little trick.
00:48:00See?
00:48:01I helped you get this project.
00:48:04I've missed you, James.
00:48:06Missed us.
00:48:07We should be together.
00:48:09I'm the only one who can help you.
00:48:13No, Victoria.
00:48:15I won't let you manipulate me.
00:48:17Not again.
00:48:26You have always been a challenge, James.
00:48:29This is not how I imaged our reunion.
00:48:31If you come here to talk about that project, let's get to it.
00:48:35Otherwise, you should leave.
00:48:37Don't be so harsh.
00:48:39You want business?
00:48:41We'll talk about business.
00:48:44Let's get professional.
00:48:47James, the reason I chose you is not only because of our past.
00:48:52I trust you on your ability.
00:48:54I know what you're capable of.
00:48:58Really?
00:49:00Oh, please.
00:49:02Put our history behind, will you?
00:49:05I'd pay responsibility to my company too, okay?
00:49:10I didn't take this job for fun.
00:49:13Fine.
00:49:14Let's be clear.
00:49:16I won't do anything that goes against my principles or the law.
00:49:22Agreed, James.
00:49:24We'll keep it strictly professional.
00:49:35Let's go.
00:49:51Scott, you won't believe what just happened.
00:49:54What's the matter?
00:50:05Wait, Mabel? Your ex-girlfriend from college?
00:50:09You haven't seen her in years, right?
00:50:11That's the one.
00:50:13She's now going by Victoria, and she's the president of this major corporation.
00:50:18She wants my help on a project.
00:50:21I can't shake feeling that there's more to it.
00:50:25I think we have to wait for her move.
00:50:28I need to find out what's really going on.
00:50:30But I can't do it alone.
00:50:32Will you help me, Scott?
00:50:34Of course. Happy to help.
00:50:36She wants you involved in a real estate project.
00:50:38But it's more than just business, I'm sure of it.
00:50:41I had the same feeling.
00:50:43Nothing is ever pure about her.
00:50:45I don't want Mia to worry about this.
00:50:47She's working on an important artwork.
00:50:50And I promised I'll protect her.
00:50:53Of course.
00:50:54I'll try my best to find out Victoria's true intent.
00:50:58Thanks, man.
00:50:59What should I do without you?
00:51:05James, are you okay?
00:51:07You seem a little bit off tonight.
00:51:11Sorry to make you work, babe.
00:51:13She's stuffed with work, you know.
00:51:15Alright, it's just that we've been through a lot together.
00:51:20You don't need to hide anything from me.
00:51:23If you want to talk about something, we can figure it out together.
00:51:28I'm sure you can.
00:51:30If you want to talk about something, we can figure it out together.
00:51:35Babe, it shouldn't worry you.
00:51:37I can handle it myself, trust me.
00:51:40Okay.
00:51:41Just remember, I'm always here for you.
00:51:45If you want to talk things through or need some help, I'm here.
00:51:52Thank you, Mia.
00:51:54You focus on your beautiful project and leave everything else to me.
00:51:58James, we're one.
00:52:00There's nothing that we can't handle together.
00:52:09Hi, Jimmy.
00:52:13Victoria.
00:52:15What an unexpected surprise.
00:52:18I don't recall any business meeting with you today.
00:52:23I'm just visiting an old friend.
00:52:26I've moved on with my life.
00:52:28I have Mia, and she means everything to me.
00:52:31Oh, please, James.
00:52:34You wouldn't let a college flinch close your judgment after all these years, right?
00:52:40Spare me the details.
00:52:42You betrayed me with my own roommate.
00:52:45What did you expect me to do, James?
00:52:48You were living in college, and I wouldn't survive alone with a blood-sucking family.
00:52:53I need someone to back me up.
00:52:56I was a child.
00:52:58I don't care about your reasons anymore, Victoria.
00:53:02I got over you a long time ago.
00:53:05So cut wherever you're playing.
00:53:09Come back here, dummy.
00:53:12I don't ever want to meet you again outside of our normal business arrangements.
00:53:17James, I never said I wanted to be your wife.
00:53:22I just wanted to be in your life.
00:53:27And...
00:53:30You are coming with us to check the new site for our project.
00:53:34It's required by our partnership contract.
00:53:47Mia, I've got a business trip coming up.
00:53:51It's a sudden opportunity, and I need to leave for a few days.
00:53:55Oh, really? That's unexpected.
00:53:58When do you leave?
00:54:00Tomorrow morning.
00:54:02I know it's a short notice, but I'll be back before you know it.
00:54:07All right, James. Just be safe and don't overwork yourself.
00:54:12I will. I'll miss you so much.
00:54:16I love you.
00:54:32James!
00:54:35You've had quite a bit.
00:54:39Has everything all right?
00:54:43Sure.
00:54:46Thanks.
00:54:57It's fine. Just leave me.
00:55:10You've had enough tonight, James.
00:55:13Let me make sure you're comfortable.
00:55:17Victoria, what are you doing?
00:55:21Don't you worry. We'll have a little chat.
00:55:26You're safe with me.
00:55:28What do you want?
00:55:32You, James. I want you.
00:55:36I want all of you.
00:55:37All of you. Your body, your love, and even your soul.
00:55:47Stop it. I'm married.
00:55:52I don't mind.
00:55:54Or maybe this makes you want me even more.
00:56:00You enjoy it, don't you?
00:56:03I know exactly how to please you.
00:56:07Yeah, I can do it, darling.
00:56:10Oh, come on, darling.
00:56:13We all know about your new contract.
00:56:17Besides, you should never find out.
00:56:23You know this is what we're talking about, James.
00:56:37What the hell happened?
00:56:45I can't believe I let it get this far.
00:56:50What's wrong, baby? What's wrong?
00:56:54Victoria, this is a mistake.
00:56:56Did you set me up? Why are you laying next to me?
00:57:00Oh, you were just so energetic.
00:57:04Stop the games. I'm serious.
00:57:07I don't love you and don't want to have anything to do with you.
00:57:14Well, well.
00:57:16Let's say we had a stunning night.
00:57:21And I saved some pictures for memories.
00:57:28Delete those pictures right now.
00:57:32Why don't you come here and make me?
00:57:36You're playing with fire.
00:57:38I won't be blackmailed or manipulated.
00:57:41Delete them, now!
00:57:47You're just no fun, James.
00:57:55I want you to step away from my life.
00:57:57This can't happen again.
00:58:00We'll see about that.
00:58:06Oh, Jimmy, Jimmy.
00:58:09You can never run away from me.
00:58:15Oh, my God! James, you're home!
00:58:19I miss you, too, babe. It's good to be home.
00:58:21Tell me everything about your trip.
00:58:23It was a normal business trip. Nothing special.
00:58:26Let's just say we had a stunning night.
00:58:29I want you to step away from my life.
00:58:31This can't happen again.
00:58:33Nothing special.
00:58:34Let's not talk about it.
00:58:36I just want to enjoy the moment with you.
00:58:39Okay, sure.
00:58:42I'm just so glad you're home.
00:58:57Tell me the truth, James.
00:59:00Is she important to you?
00:59:04Uh...
00:59:11She's my ex from college,
00:59:14and also my current business partner.
00:59:19And what about this?
00:59:21Is this part of your business?
00:59:28We...
00:59:31We had a business meeting.
00:59:33She set me up.
00:59:35I made a mistake.
00:59:38But it's not how it looks like.
00:59:40I love you, and I don't want her to ruin us.
00:59:46Tell me the truth, James.
00:59:48What happened that night?
00:59:54Yeah, I tried to stop her.
00:59:57I was...
00:59:59too drunk and also confused.
01:00:04I don't know if I can trust you anymore, James.
01:00:08You put our relationship on edge.
01:00:11I'm so sorry.
01:00:13I'll do everything it takes to make this right.
01:00:17Please don't give up on us.
01:00:24I need some space.
01:00:28Please, just...
01:00:31leave me alone.
01:00:50Samantha, found anything?
01:00:52Yes, I got a lead.
01:00:54It's been a challenging investigation,
01:00:56but I've uncovered some crucial information
01:00:58leads on Richard Kingsley.
01:01:01I'm listening.
01:01:03He went to the same college with Mia,
01:01:05and he developed an obsession over her everything.
01:01:09He's been stalking your life,
01:01:11collecting information,
01:01:13and attempting to get her.
01:01:15This is insane.
01:01:17How did he get so close to us?
01:01:19He uses virus, illnesses,
01:01:21and keeps a low profile,
01:01:23which made it challenging to track him.
01:01:26But we've identified his patterns
01:01:28and his current location.
01:01:30I'd advise involving the authorities
01:01:33and getting a restraining order against him.
01:01:36Thank you, Samantha.
01:01:37I appreciate your dedication.
01:01:39You and Mia deserve peace, James.
01:01:41I will continue to monitor the situation,
01:01:44but please take legal action to protect yourself.
01:01:49I'll take care of her.
01:01:51It's time for me to take control.
01:02:10It's time to tell the truth, Richard.
01:02:12Don't you think?
01:02:13Who sent you after us?
01:02:15Someone like you would never think of such a deliberate plan.
01:02:18If you don't tell the truth,
01:02:19I will call the cops on you.
01:02:22Fine.
01:02:24Fine. It was Victoria.
01:02:26Victoria?
01:02:27How did she convince you to do this?
01:02:33She told me about your contract marriage.
01:02:36She told me you don't even care about Mia.
01:02:40She promised to help me get Mia back
01:02:42after she gets you back.
01:02:45You were manipulated, Richard.
01:02:48You're such a clone.
01:02:57James?
01:02:59I haven't seen you.
01:03:03I thought someone would never want to see me again, huh?
01:03:07Miss me already?
01:03:09Victoria, I want answers.
01:03:14Why did you hire Richard to stalk us?
01:03:18Richard?
01:03:21I've never heard any Richard in my life.
01:03:24I know it was you.
01:03:25He told me everything.
01:03:30Okay.
01:03:32It was me.
01:03:34But I did it for us.
01:03:38For us?
01:03:40I don't know there is an us.
01:03:44I don't know.
01:03:47I've always loved you, Jimmy.
01:03:50I just want to be back together with you.
01:04:00Here's the plan.
01:04:03We need to kidnap Mia
01:04:04without anyone tracing back to us.
01:04:09We are professionals.
01:04:11We know how to cover our tracks.
01:04:14Good.
01:04:16And remember,
01:04:18I want her unharmed.
01:04:21This is just
01:04:23to make James realized
01:04:25he belongs to me.
01:04:29We understand.
01:04:30You can't push one.
01:04:41What?
01:04:47What?
01:04:53Hello?
01:04:57Who's there?
01:05:04My, my, Mia.
01:05:07What a tangled web we weave.
01:05:12It's me,
01:05:14Victoria.
01:05:16What do you want?
01:05:18I warned you to walk away.
01:05:20But you just wouldn't listen.
01:05:22So I decided to teach you a little lesson.
01:05:27See?
01:05:28You cried.
01:05:30You would never be good enough for James.
01:05:34He'll never get away with this.
01:05:36James wants nothing to do with you.
01:05:39We'll see about that.
01:05:42You can't control other people's feelings.
01:05:46You're such a bunny.
01:05:50Baby Jimmy wanted to have a bet.
01:05:52Why else he would choose you over me?
01:05:55What we have is real.
01:05:57And you need to face the truth.
01:06:01Listen to me carefully, bunny.
01:06:03If you truly care for James,
01:06:05you'll stay away from him.
01:06:08It's not a negotiation, it's a demand.
01:06:11James and I are married.
01:06:13And there's nothing you can do about it.
01:06:18Don't be too confident.
01:06:21Just yet.
01:06:29Mia!
01:06:30Hi, Jimmy.
01:06:32What's the hurry?
01:06:34You came as soon as you got the message, huh?
01:06:38I only sent you the message to see how much you would sacrifice for Mia.
01:06:42Mia!
01:06:44Let her go.
01:06:45You want me?
01:06:46I'm here.
01:06:49You've got one minute, James.
01:06:51Your precious contract wife
01:06:53with the woman who's loved you all along.
01:07:00Victoria.
01:07:03Why are you doing this?
01:07:06You're risking your own life.
01:07:08You just never believed that I truly loved you, right?
01:07:13I won't even have a life after tonight.
01:07:16But before anything happens, I'll get what I want.
01:07:25Leave.
01:07:26Put the gun down.
01:07:28You don't want to end up like this.
01:07:30Mia is the only one in love.
01:07:46Hey.
01:07:47It's over now.
01:07:49You're safe.
01:07:51I was so scared, James.
01:07:54I thought I'd never see you again.
01:07:57I know.
01:07:59I know.
01:08:00I was scared too.
01:08:02But here we are.
01:08:05And I'll always protect you.
01:08:07You mean the world to me.
01:08:10I love you, James.
01:08:11I love you too.
01:08:17Why?
01:08:19Why did you betray me?
01:08:21I know.
01:08:23I know I wanted to hurt you.
01:08:25I was over and out of control.
01:08:29I didn't know how to handle it, so...
01:08:32I decided not to tell you, and I'm so sorry.
01:08:36You should have trusted me, James.
01:08:39I'm the kind of woman you can fight with.
01:08:46Mia?
01:08:47Mia!
01:08:59Hm?
01:09:04Are you okay?
01:09:07You scared the hell out of me.
01:09:10It's okay.
01:09:11I feel better now.
01:09:13I'm sorry to have scared you.
01:09:17I guess tonight's events took a lot out of me.
01:09:24I'm so sorry for everything that has happened.
01:09:28I love you.
01:09:31And I guess carrying a baby also takes away from my strength.
01:09:39What?
01:09:41What did you just say?
01:09:44Well, I've been having some fainting incidents recently, so...
01:09:51I went to the hospital by myself, and...
01:09:55It looks like in eight months, you're going to become a dad.
01:10:04What?
01:10:05You're pregnant?
01:10:08Oh my god!
01:10:11I can't believe!
01:10:12I had no idea!
01:10:14You should have told me earlier!
01:10:16I can't believe we're becoming parents!
01:10:18This is the most exciting moment in my life!
01:10:21I knew you would be happy.
01:10:25James, with the baby coming, and the incidents behind us,
01:10:30I think it's time we come clean to our parents.
01:10:35They deserve to know the truth.
01:10:37And we have to tell them they have a grandchild on the way.
01:10:42You're right, Mia.
01:10:44It's time to be honest with them.
01:10:51I'm so happy.
01:10:53You know, Mia, I was thinking...
01:10:56I want a girl. She'll have your eyes and my smile.
01:10:59Oh, really?
01:11:01I'm imagining a boy with your intelligence and my sense of beauty.
01:11:08But as long as the little one is healthy, I'm satisfied.
01:11:12Never been more excited about the future.
01:11:15Me too, James.
01:11:17This journey, our journey,
01:11:20it's been a surprise in every sense of the word.
01:11:23Surprise can be a good thing, right?
01:11:25And maybe, just maybe, we'll have the best of both worlds.
01:11:36Breakfast in bed for my beautiful princess.
01:11:39Oh my god!
01:11:41Are you trying to spoil me?
01:11:44Maybe I am. You deserve it.
01:11:46This looks amazing.
01:11:48I love the nuggets.
01:11:51I believe in us, James.
01:11:54We've gone through a lot of challenges and come out even stronger.
01:12:00Tonight is the last step for us to become a real couple.
01:12:07I'm lucky to have you here by my side, Mia.
01:12:10It doesn't matter how angry they get upon hearing the news.
01:12:16We'll face it together.
01:12:22Mom, we need to tell you something about our marriage.
01:12:31Our marriage started with a bite to your bum.
01:12:35And?
01:12:37It was a business arrangement.
01:12:40But over time, we fell in love with each other.
01:12:46We want to make it real.
01:12:49And we'd like to have your blessing.
01:12:52For real this time.
01:12:54Well, your marriage, contract or not,
01:12:59has looked pretty real to me from the very beginning.
01:13:04And I'm glad you guys are brave enough to admit the mistakes.
01:13:09And go on with your real, happy marriage life.
01:13:15Thank you for understanding, Mom.
01:13:20I'll always be there for her.
01:13:23And we have a new member coming to the family soon.