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A secret heiress returns, bringing power, revenge, and unexpected romance.
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00:00:00Sir, our stock is being shorted aggressively. We're about to hit the limit down.
00:00:10What the hell is going on here?
00:00:13Half of you came from major investment banks.
00:00:16Our stock is about to crash, and you're telling me there's nothing we can do.
00:00:21Sir, this is a coordinated attack from multiple investment funds.
00:00:25They're shorting us simultaneously. There is nothing we can do.
00:00:29Sir, what are our next steps?
00:00:35Well, looks like Shepard Group might be bankrupt by lunchtime.
00:00:45Hey, this is a private meeting.
00:00:47Excuse me, ma'am. Could you hold on our cleaning for just a couple of minutes?
00:00:50Mr. Shepard, building a public company in just five years? That's impressive.
00:00:58But losing your cool over a little market turbulence? That seems out of character for you.
00:01:06Do I know you?
00:01:09Wait, what are you doing?
00:01:13What are you doing?
00:01:14You can't do this. You're just a cleaner.
00:01:16Why are you messing with our company funds?
00:01:18This is incredible.
00:01:20What's going on?
00:01:22The turning is him. It's failing. The price is holding.
00:01:27Boss, our stock price is reaching today's opening value.
00:01:34We met before.
00:01:35They're still cleaning to do Mr. Shepard.
00:01:38Hold on.
00:01:39Tell me.
00:01:40How could I ever repay her for this?
00:01:42If the opportunity ever arises, you could give your next contract for construction to Harrison Group.
00:01:52Jason, can we have five now?
00:02:01Mr. Yates.
00:02:06What, only two bodyguards this time?
00:02:10You're not going soft on me, are you?
00:02:13No, ma'am. I just thought you might like to scream today.
00:02:17Now listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Lewis Group.
00:02:22Mr. Yates, you know that my investigations here aren't finished.
00:02:26Ma'am, I still don't understand why you've kept your identity a secret and why you've married this Ben Harrison fellow.
00:02:31Look, today is Ben's birthday. Anything we need to discuss, we can do at some other time.
00:02:41Ma'am, it really is time for you to accept your inheritance.
00:02:46Because what I want is a simple life with Ben.
00:02:51Ma'am, at least do me a favor and let Toby walk you up to the house. For my sake.
00:03:01Ma'am, divorce papers. Sign it.
00:03:16Why?
00:03:17You are not worthy of my son anymore.
00:03:20The Harrison Group is practically a local celebrity now.
00:03:22Especially since it's landed a $100 million contract.
00:03:26The Shepherd Group.
00:03:27And you, you're just a cleaner.
00:03:31The truth is, Laura, I've wanted a divorce for a very long time.
00:03:35I need a wife who reflects my status.
00:03:38I secured that $100 million contract.
00:03:41You, a cleaning woman, handing out million-dollar deals.
00:03:47Don't make me laugh.
00:03:48I did!
00:03:51It was my present to Ben for his birthday!
00:03:54I was the one who got Brian Harrison to give Ben that deal.
00:03:58What are you doing here?
00:04:00Clearly Ben has found himself a woman more suitable for the Harrison family.
00:04:04Amber's family is practically local royalty.
00:04:07Local royalty.
00:04:09A small town rich person is royalty.
00:04:11And what qualifications do you have to judge, Ms. Cleaner?
00:04:15Your resume boasts supermarket cashier and dinner waitress alongside janitor.
00:04:19Doesn't it?
00:04:20Ben?
00:04:23What's going on?
00:04:25Is this why you want a divorce?
00:04:27Because of her?
00:04:28Oh, please.
00:04:29I've spent years building Harrison Group.
00:04:32You're still a cleaner.
00:04:33You just grew apart, that's all.
00:04:35No.
00:04:36No, I...I won't sign any agreement that...
00:04:45I won't sign anything.
00:04:48Ha!
00:04:50Money is a motivator, isn't it?
00:04:52Ben?
00:04:54Alright.
00:04:55Here.
00:04:56$100,000.
00:04:57Open up a small shop or something like that.
00:05:00$100,000?
00:05:01I was the one that helped you make Harrison Group what it is today.
00:05:07Do you have any idea how much money I've brought in for you?
00:05:10Don't be ridiculous.
00:05:12You've never done anything for Ben's success.
00:05:15This is our active charity tool.
00:05:17Here.
00:05:18A million dollars.
00:05:19Take this.
00:05:20You just want more money, don't you?
00:05:22Just leave and never see Ben again.
00:05:24I never expected my three years of devotion to end like this.
00:05:31Since none of you respect me.
00:05:35A cleaning lady threatening us?
00:05:38I'm so scared.
00:05:40Just leave.
00:05:41You already make this house stink.
00:05:50Thank God she's gone.
00:05:51Got a written store.
00:05:56Sir.
00:05:58Laura Lewis' information.
00:06:03She's Ben Harrison's wife.
00:06:05No wonder why she wants to part with him.
00:06:08Actually sir, Ben Harrison just divorced her.
00:06:11Divorced her?
00:06:13Wait a minute.
00:06:15Don't you remember?
00:06:16She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:21Yeah.
00:06:22She's saved our hiding there.
00:06:24Remember?
00:06:26Why would Ben Harrison dump someone who just got him a hundred million dollar contract?
00:06:31Ah.
00:06:33Let's get to the bottom of this.
00:06:37Hey!
00:06:38What are you doing?
00:06:39Let go of me!
00:06:40Who attacked Amber?
00:06:41Apologize this instant!
00:06:43Stealing from the Harrisons.
00:06:48We gave you a generous divorce settlement.
00:06:50You refused it.
00:06:51And now you're stealing!
00:06:53She couldn't afford it.
00:06:54You're a thief!
00:07:02That's mine! Give it back!
00:07:03That's enough!
00:07:04Laura.
00:07:09I want to say thank you properly for saving Shepard Group.
00:07:12It's really no worries, Mr. Shepard, but I'm just going through a divorce.
00:07:19You see, it's...
00:07:20Who are you?
00:07:21Laura's new squeeze.
00:07:23Excuse me.
00:07:24Do you know who I am?
00:07:25Is this true?
00:07:26You hooked up with this man while you were married to my son?
00:07:28Shame on you!
00:07:29Mr. Shepard, I...
00:07:30For your information, my name is Brian Shepard.
00:07:34I'm CEO of the Shepard Group.
00:07:36Oh, please.
00:07:37A big shot like Brian Shepard wouldn't be caught dead with a cleaner.
00:07:40You really don't recognize him, do you, Amber?
00:07:43That's really interesting considering I thought you were the one that secured that contract for Ben.
00:07:49That's ridiculous.
00:07:50He doesn't look like that.
00:07:52My ring.
00:07:53Jason, give it back to Mr. Lewis.
00:07:55Hey, what are you doing?
00:07:56Laura, let's get you out of here.
00:08:01Now.
00:08:02Hold on a minute, Laura.
00:08:03Who the heck is this man or have you been sneaking around?
00:08:06It's a lie, ma'am.
00:08:08This is none of your business.
00:08:09All brown dead bodies.
00:08:11You're not going anywhere until I tell you what's going on.
00:08:14We are the Harrisons.
00:08:16You can't just waltz in here and take her.
00:08:18Harrison, compared to the Shepard Group, you're nobody.
00:08:21Now go back.
00:08:22What?
00:08:23Are you saying that is Brian Shepard?
00:08:25That's a lie.
00:08:26Don't you dare walk away from me, Laura.
00:08:28You come back here and explain yourself.
00:08:30Don't you take another step towards my son, Laura.
00:08:35Laura, does Ben even know you were the one who secured the 100 million deal?
00:08:40Let's just say that Ben underestimated me.
00:08:44I don't feel good about going through the signing event.
00:08:49After how they treated you.
00:08:51Maybe we should cancel it?
00:08:52No.
00:08:53Um.
00:08:54No.
00:08:55The event will proceed.
00:08:57Besides, I'll be there.
00:09:01There's a lot that I don't know about you, Laura.
00:09:05Who are you, truly?
00:09:07You'll find out, Mr. Shepard.
00:09:11Um, can you pull up over here, please?
00:09:17Mr. Yates, I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners and we're gonna have a meeting.
00:09:25An investment meeting one week from today.
00:09:29Make sure everyone is there.
00:09:34Because after that meeting, I'm gonna reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:09:40Oh, excellent, Ms. Lewis.
00:09:42I'll start making arrangements tomorrow.
00:09:44Ben Harrison.
00:09:48You're gonna know exactly what it feels like to lose everything.
00:09:55After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City royalty.
00:10:03Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:10:07Laura, what are you doing here?
00:10:09Security!
00:10:10Get that woman out of here!
00:10:12We don't need cleaners at this event!
00:10:14Why wouldn't I be here?
00:10:16This is a business event, after all.
00:10:18Business?
00:10:19You wouldn't know business if I hit you on the head.
00:10:22A fancy dress doesn't make you high society, honey.
00:10:25Just get out!
00:10:26Don't tell me you've come looking for another rich man to play mistress for.
00:10:29You should've taken my $100,000 offer.
00:10:31Oh, Ben.
00:10:32Do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:10:36Laura, this is really important for me.
00:10:38Do not ruin this, okay?
00:10:40You don't belong here.
00:10:42Just get out!
00:10:43That's what you get.
00:10:53This contract is mine.
00:10:58To give or take away as I see fit.
00:11:01Don't be ridiculous!
00:11:02This is insane!
00:11:03Who do you think you are?
00:11:04Yeah, put that down.
00:11:05You have no idea what you're doing.
00:11:07Security!
00:11:08She's lost a mind!
00:11:10This is a disaster!
00:11:11Ben.
00:11:12This contract was supposed to be my birthday present to you.
00:11:16But since you clearly don't deserve it.
00:11:41You really think ripping up that contract is gonna help?
00:11:48You're so silly, Laura.
00:11:50Oh, please, honey.
00:11:51You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:54Security!
00:11:55Get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:11:57I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds.
00:12:00And after careful consideration, I don't think the Harrison family is worthy of working with the Shepherds.
00:12:09You really think that the Shepard group and I could be torn up by something that you've done?
00:12:13You have no authority here.
00:12:15Of course she has the authority.
00:12:17That's the man that Laura went with the other day.
00:12:26What is he doing here?
00:12:27Mr. Shepard?
00:12:28How does he know her?
00:12:29Is that really Brian Shepard?
00:12:31Laura, are you alright?
00:12:33Mr. Shepard, I can assure you, I don't even know this woman.
00:12:38There must be some sort of misunderstanding.
00:12:40There's no misunderstanding here, Mr. Harrison.
00:12:43This contract with Shepard group is officially terminated.
00:12:47Effective immediately.
00:12:50Wait a minute.
00:12:51This contract, I thought you said you got it.
00:12:53It's her.
00:12:55She ruined the contract.
00:12:56You are his mistress, aren't you?
00:12:58An affair?
00:12:59She had an affair with that man behind my son's back?
00:13:04Mom, please, it's okay.
00:13:05This man is-
00:13:06Don't touch me!
00:13:08That woman destroyed your career in front of everyone, has an affair, and you just stand there?
00:13:13You're a disgrace.
00:13:14An adulterer.
00:13:15You deserve to be around-
00:13:16Shut up!
00:13:20Mr. Shepard, I apologize for this whole mess, but I can assure you, this woman has tricked you.
00:13:26Tricked?
00:13:27Why don't you answer a question yourself, then?
00:13:32What was my name before we got married?
00:13:35Laura Lewis, right?
00:13:37Lewis Group?
00:13:38The Financial Giants?
00:13:40There's no way a Lewis is connected to this.
00:13:44That's crazy.
00:13:46There's no way you're related to the Lewis family name.
00:13:49That's absurd.
00:13:50It's-
00:13:51It's-
00:13:52It's-
00:13:53It's-
00:13:54It's absurd!
00:13:55A high society heirs wouldn't waste their time in Maplewood!
00:13:58Yeah.
00:13:59Yeah, it's a lie.
00:14:00It's a lie.
00:14:01This woman was a waitress when I met her.
00:14:03In fact, I saved her from a robbery three years ago.
00:14:07She's nothing special.
00:14:08She only married me out of gratitude.
00:14:10I was just a waitress.
00:14:13How convenient for your story, Ben.
00:14:15First time I met her, she was in need a waitress at the diner.
00:14:18Okay, listen up everybody.
00:14:20When I met her, I'd only just started my business.
00:14:23Mm-hmm.
00:14:24Now look at me.
00:14:25I'm signing multi-million dollar contracts.
00:14:27And look at her.
00:14:28Still just a clear.
00:14:29Mr. Shepard, that woman is my son's ex-wife.
00:14:34She's doing all this out of spite.
00:14:36She's lying, Mr. Shepard.
00:14:38She's just a cleaning lady for your business, isn't she?
00:14:43Let's make something clear.
00:14:46I was the one behind Harrison Group's success.
00:14:50I used my resources to help my ex-husband, but all he saw me as was the maid.
00:14:56Don't lie.
00:14:57You were never good enough for Ben when you married him. Oops.
00:15:01That roof was built with lies.
00:15:04Kathy, you never respected me.
00:15:07And Ben?
00:15:08Dumping me the second you thought you were successful on your own.
00:15:12And the cheating.
00:15:14I think you're blaming the wrong person.
00:15:17You were not good enough for Ben then, and you're certainly not good enough for him now.
00:15:22If you'd prefer to believe a liar's story, then the truth, Kathy.
00:15:27Kathy, consider this my resignation from the Harrisons.
00:15:31From everything.
00:15:37Wait, wait, wait, wait.
00:15:38Laura, you think you can just walk in here and, you know, ruin everything?
00:15:41And then just walk out like nothing happened?
00:15:42I don't think so.
00:15:44You're a cleaner.
00:15:45You're a cleaner that cleans toilets.
00:15:47Nobody cares about you.
00:15:48Cleaning toilets or not, at least I have my self-respect.
00:15:54I don't need a fancy title or a rich husband to feel important.
00:16:02I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding.
00:16:04I think all jobs are important, right, Mom?
00:16:07Ben, what are you doing?
00:16:09But I don't think that a janitor should have some sort of influence over a deal as big as this.
00:16:14A janitor.
00:16:16Well, why don't we ask Miss Smith exactly how she landed that collaboration with Shepard?
00:16:25You did claim to have been the one that secured the deal, weren't you, Miss Smith?
00:16:30Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie.
00:16:33This woman, Laura, she's just a gold digger trying to trick you.
00:16:37I... but, well...
00:16:39A lie, you say.
00:16:40Miss Smith, I believe you mentioned securing this contract for Harrison Group.
00:16:45But I don't recognize you.
00:16:47Is this true, Miss Smith?
00:16:51Miss Lewis has helped me on several occasions.
00:16:54This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:16:58But the contract... I mean, Laura tore it up.
00:17:02So can't we just print another one and get this signing ceremony underway?
00:17:05Reprinted, Mr. Harrison.
00:17:08Perhaps you haven't been paying attention without Miss Lewis' involvement.
00:17:13I wouldn't even consider me partnering with your company.
00:17:19Today, I want to make it clear.
00:17:22Shepard Group has no plans to partner with Harrison Group in the future.
00:17:29Miss Smith, you lied to us.
00:17:32You destroyed everything.
00:17:33What?
00:17:35You know, it's a misunderstanding.
00:17:37I can explain.
00:17:39Lewis?
00:17:40Lewis Family Group?
00:17:41This can't be.
00:17:43Believe what you want, Ben.
00:17:45Lewis Group will be holding a massive investment meeting later this week.
00:17:50Three of our vice presidents will be here in Maplewood.
00:17:55And I'm sure you can ask them if you still have any doubts about who I am.
00:18:01Everyone, listen to me.
00:18:03Shepard Group will not be partnering with Harrison.
00:18:07A man who can keep his vows to his wife cannot be trusted to keep his word on the contract.
00:18:14The charade is over, Mr. Harrison.
00:18:17Everyone here deserves to see the truth.
00:18:18Miss Lewis, shall we take this conversation elsewhere?
00:18:22Help!
00:18:24Mom!
00:18:25Someone get a doctor!
00:18:26Mom!
00:18:27It seems your night has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:28Mr. Shepard.
00:18:29Indeed.
00:18:30Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:31What?
00:18:32What now?
00:18:33Mom, this is not all on me!
00:18:35No!
00:18:36It seems your night has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:42Indeed.
00:18:43Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:56What? What the hell?
00:18:59Mom, this is not all on me.
00:19:01Not on you? I was trying to help!
00:19:05She cheated on you with Shepard, flaunted their affair.
00:19:09Exactly.
00:19:10And those dresses? Who could afford those on a janitor's salary?
00:19:14Miss Smith, how could you do this? We trusted you completely.
00:19:19No, no. I got Ben the deal.
00:19:22I had no idea Shepard would fall for Bora.
00:19:25She's a liar.
00:19:27Stop it, Amber. You lied to us just as much as she did.
00:19:31Lied? You're on my side.
00:19:34And anyways, I have a plan.
00:19:37The Shepards are no one special.
00:19:39We can expose Laura in all her lies. Go national.
00:19:43We can make ourselves a household name.
00:19:47Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very important phone call to make.
00:19:51The Shepards are no one special.
00:19:56Thank you so much for tonight, Mr. Shepard. Thank you as well for standing up for me.
00:20:01It's alright, Laura. You deserve the credit for all your hard work.
00:20:05Can I ask you something? Do you have any place to stay tonight? Maybe a hotel?
00:20:09Don't worry about me, Mr. Shepard. I'll be fine.
00:20:13Excuse me, you can just drop me off.
00:20:16Actually, Laura, actually, Laura, there is something else.
00:20:20Would you consider going out for dinner sometime? Just casually, of course.
00:20:24Mr. Shepard, are you asking me out?
00:20:28Please, call me Brian. And yes, technically, you're single now.
00:20:36Yes, that may be true, but going out with a newly divorced ex-cleaner isn't exactly proper.
00:20:47Proper?
00:20:49Laura, I don't give a damn about appearances.
00:20:53Tonight, I saw your intelligence and your strength. Those are qualities I truly admire.
00:21:01So what do you say? Dinner? Just two people getting to know each other.
00:21:11I'm sorry, Mr. Shepard, I actually have another appointment tonight, so I can't...
00:21:16Wait, Laura...
00:21:17Just here is fine.
00:21:21Laura?
00:21:23Who is it?
00:21:28Laura, wait!
00:21:30Jason, find out who owns that car.
00:21:33And do it fast.
00:21:42Ian Lewis, who is this?
00:21:44It's Amber Smith.
00:21:46Mr. Lewis?
00:21:47I'm sorry for the late call, but I believe I have some urgent information about your family.
00:21:52I don't know who you are, Ms. Smith. How did you get this number?
00:21:57Don't worry about that right now. I believe I know someone impersonating Laura Lewis. Someone I know very well.
00:22:04Impersonating my niece? And where is this fake Laura?
00:22:11Right here in Maplewood. And let me tell you, she's causing quite a scene.
00:22:17Well, what is she doing exactly? And more to the point, what do you want from me?
00:22:25In the next few days, the Lewis group will hold an investment meeting, right?
00:22:29I want to meet with the Vice Presidents.
00:22:32All will be revealed then.
00:22:34Very well.
00:22:35I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting.
00:22:38But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:22:42It won't be.
00:22:43Trust me, Mr. Lewis.
00:22:44Thank you, Mr.
00:22:46That little rascal, Laura. I wonder what she's up to now.
00:23:01That car belongs to Mr. Yeats, the Lewis family bubler.
00:23:06Oh. The Lewis family? That's interesting.
00:23:12Could she be connected to them somehow?
00:23:15I'm not sure.
00:23:18Brian! There you are. I've missed you.
00:23:21Chloe.
00:23:23What are you up to?
00:23:24Chloe, what are you doing here?
00:23:27What do you mean? Can't I visit the man I love?
00:23:31We ended things for a reason.
00:23:33It was just one teensy mistake. I was... I was a little bit tipsy.
00:23:38Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:23:40Teensy mistake, you said? You cheated on me.
00:23:44Is this your new fling? Ex-divorcey. Used a clean floor. It's quite the catch, you say.
00:23:54Look, my relationship with her is none of your business. And don't you dare talk about her like that.
00:24:02Please. An ex-cleaner turned social climber latching onto a wealthy businessman. It's a classic story.
00:24:08That's enough. I'll get the hell out of my office.
00:24:13You want to be careful, Brian. Duke Industries still holds a lot of weight in Maplewood.
00:24:18If you want Shepard Group to stay afloat, you ought to be more careful.
00:24:22Seems like you've got more on your plate than Laura's secrets now.
00:24:28This is it. The Lewis Group Vice Presidents are on the top floor. Once I'm done speaking with them, I'll have Ben's company rolling in business investments.
00:24:43I'll go speak with them first, and then I'll introduce you.
00:24:47Well, well, well. Look who it is. What a surprise. Did Brian teach you already?
00:24:54That's none of your business. Now move aside, please.
00:24:59Laura, just what do you think you're doing, you street rat? You really think you can just ruin my events again? Haven't you ruined my life enough?
00:25:05Don't you have any shame? If you'll excuse me, I have an important meeting to get to.
00:25:12Oh, the nurse. After everything you've done, you think you can just waltz in here and manipulate them too?
00:25:18Seriously? I think you need to reconsider exactly who's manipulating who here.
00:25:24Oh, that's gold. You really think that they're gonna let you in, Laura? Please, you're no one compared to me.
00:25:29You don't deserve to be here. The only ones who don't belong here are you three.
00:25:37And you, an idiot, believing every lie that she tells you. Wake up, Ben.
00:25:43Laura! Laura, come on. Why do you always pull this on me? I mean, seriously, can't you just let me enjoy one of my events for once?
00:25:51I know what this is.
00:25:53So stupid.
00:25:54Oh, shut your trap. Amber spoke directly with the CEO. He invited her to meet with the VPs before the main meeting.
00:26:02Yeah, Amber got me a partnership with the Loose Group.
00:26:06And unlike some people, I have a real invitation.
00:26:10Well, before you all start celebrating, why don't you take a look at this?
00:26:16Oh, that's rich. You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me. I spoke to Ian Lewis himself, CEO of Loose Group.
00:26:30Speaking of Brian, where is he right now?
00:26:34You mean my uncle? Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:26:37Ian Lewis personally gave me this invitation himself. And besides, this looks fake. She's a liar.
00:26:48This is a personal invitation from Mr. Yates himself. It grants me access to the VIP elevator, which leads straight to the vice presidential suite.
00:26:57She's lying. They don't have a VIP elevator in this hotel.
00:27:06Is there a special elevator for VIPs in this hotel?
00:27:09Not that I know of.
00:27:11See? She's lying.
00:27:13There you have it, Laura. Even the hotel staff can spot a fake. Go on, get lost before things get worse.
00:27:19Here, take this one. Lead me to the vice presidents. You have no idea what you just did. There be consequences.
00:27:34Besides, if you have this relationship with Ian Lewis that you claim to have, why don't you just ask him to get the two of them an invitation?
00:27:45Security! Security! We need this woman removed immediately! She is harassing me!
00:27:49We're done with your games, Laura. You're just a fraud.
00:27:52Ma'am, please move me.
00:27:53What?!
00:27:54Hold on!
00:27:58Brian Shepard?
00:28:00You think money buys you the right to walk all over people? Well, it doesn't.
00:28:04Yeah. Wasn't enough to kick us out of Maplewood, was it, huh?
00:28:07What other plans do you have to destroy this time?
00:28:09Get you out?
00:28:11After all you did to Laura, you had it coming.
00:28:12Don't play dumb. We know exactly what's been happening here.
00:28:17How long has this little affair been going on? You've been sleeping with her since she was married to my son.
00:28:22Hold on a second. An affair?
00:28:25You think Laura and I? You people are unbelievable.
00:28:32Mr. Carter, get down here ASAP. We have a situation.
00:28:36What, you think you can just boss the manager around now? Is that it?
00:28:40Well, stick around and watch you crash and burn.
00:28:42Ms. Lewis, apologies for the delay. How can I help you this evening?
00:28:46Thank you, Mr. Carter, for getting down here so quickly.
00:28:49It seems there's a misunderstanding.
00:28:53These people don't think that I belong here.
00:28:56Well, Mr. Carter, I can assure you, this woman is a cleaner.
00:28:58A cleaner?
00:28:59A cleaner? Nonsense.
00:29:01I personally greeted Ms. Lewis upon her arrival in Maplewood three years ago.
00:29:05Exactly.
00:29:07Lewis Group, my company, has some major investments planned here in Maplewood.
00:29:14I was just here investigating potential business opportunities.
00:29:18No, this woman doesn't know the difference between business and a hole in the ground.
00:29:21She's been this way since my son divorced her. She's insane.
00:29:25Actually, I met Laura three years ago at the coffee shop.
00:29:29She helped secure a profitable investment for Shepard Group.
00:29:33No, it's a lie. Mr. Shepard, she's tricking you too.
00:29:40You know, it's exhausting trying to argue with people who forget who helped them.
00:29:47Mr. Carter, would you mind showing me to the VIP elevator?
00:29:50Wait, is that why you're covering for her? Huh? Because of the affair? Because she slept with you?
00:29:55Excuse me, who are you and how dare you speak to Ms. Lewis that way?
00:30:00That's enough. Have you embarrassed yourself enough?
00:30:03This is Lewis Group property. Behave or I'll call security.
00:30:07But she doesn't even have a VIP entrance access. She shouldn't be here.
00:30:12Since you're having trouble understanding them, let me make it clear.
00:30:16This hotel is owned by the Lewis family. It's mine to come or go as I please.
00:30:28Thank you for stepping in, Brian. I owe you one. We'll talk about this later.
00:30:34Well, it seems that divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision to stand yourself.
00:30:47Come in!
00:30:48Excuse me, Vice Presidents. I'm Amber Smith, General Manager of the Lewis Group Maplewood Branch.
00:30:57I believe Ian Lewis told you about our meeting today?
00:31:00Maplewood Branch. Our records don't show any Maplewood Branch, Ms. Smith.
00:31:06Are you sure you haven't gotten something mixed up?
00:31:11Ian Lewis, Mr. Lewis reassured me that today we would discuss, well, expansion plans.
00:31:20Expansion plans? Ms. Smith? A decision like that wouldn't be taken without board approval.
00:31:27And frankly, we haven't heard anything about Maplewood Branch.
00:31:30But Ian Lewis assured me that...
00:31:35Ms. Smith, we have a very important guest arriving soon.
00:31:38Perhaps you'd like to schedule a follow-up meeting with one of our staff?
00:31:41Maybe I can stay for this guest and offer some local...
00:31:44Ms. Smith, we'd like you to leave. If you don't, we'll call security.
00:31:47Hey, stop there. This elevator's a VIP only. Back, please.
00:31:58Of course. My apologies.
00:32:06Laura?
00:32:09Vice Presidents! It's so good to see all of you again.
00:32:13Ms. Lewis, it's been too long.
00:32:16Your return is a lifesaver, Ms. Lewis. The Lewis Group has floundered under your uncle's, well, shall we say, unconventional leadership.
00:32:26The board are begging you to come back, Ms. Lewis.
00:32:30Well, please sit. Yes, well, it is time for me to get my career back on track.
00:32:36We've got a meeting planned, a big one, in just a few days. Local powerhouses and smaller players, too. They'll all be there in one spot.
00:32:48Ms. Lewis, we met with an Amber Smith. She claimed your uncle appointed her general manager of a Maplewood Branch for the Lewis Group.
00:32:59She said that, did she? Well, Ms. Smith is a liar. There is no Maplewood Branch, at least not yet.
00:33:06She lied so blatantly. It's unbelievable.
00:33:10But, don't worry. I found a much more suitable partner. Shepard Group.
00:33:16Shepard Group? Their rise to a public company has been impressive. Do you have anything to do with that?
00:33:25So, what happens now with this Amber Smith?
00:33:29Oh, don't worry about Amber. I've got plans for her.
00:33:35Ms. Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the legend from us.
00:33:46Cheers!
00:33:47Cheers!
00:33:57No, I'm not leaving. What are you talking about? No, come on!
00:34:00Wait! I'm Amber Smith. I'm the Lewis Group manager of Maplewood Branch. What are you doing? These are my guests.
00:34:06Yeah, that's right. Tell them who we are.
00:34:08Yes, we were waiting for Ms. Smith.
00:34:11Lewis Group, Maplewood Branch? No such thing, ma'am. And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:34:17Of course! Laura! She's probably sleeping with the manager as well.
00:34:22That's how she gets away with everything.
00:34:25You underestimate her, Kathy. She's probably sleeping with all three vice presidents.
00:34:28No way a girl like her could get into a hotel like this.
00:34:32Careful with your words. Both of you. Acquisitions like that can get you in serious trouble.
00:34:41Look who can't even get into a meeting.
00:34:43Whilst I secure three with all the vice presidents.
00:34:46And let's not forget the mystery guests that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:34:50Looks like she used you and tossed you aside.
00:34:53Used me? Unlike some people, I don't mind being helpful.
00:34:56You're so stupid. She threw you away like yesterday's trash.
00:35:01Don't worry, Brian. You deserve better.
00:35:04And let's not forget, I'm the new Maplewood Branch Manager of Lewis Group.
00:35:08Appointed by the CEO of Lewis Group themselves, Ian Lewis.
00:35:13New Branch Manager, huh? Interesting.
00:35:17Laura Lewis? What are you doing here? Get out of here!
00:35:19You claim to be the mystery guest?
00:35:23Don't play games, Laura.
00:35:25I was formally invited by Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting.
00:35:29Only the top companies get those.
00:35:32Looks like you're all out of luck.
00:35:34Is that so?
00:35:36Well then, there seems to be a misunderstanding.
00:35:39You see, I'm not sure if you know Ms. Smith, but Lewis Group is my company.
00:35:46And I decide who goes to the meetings.
00:35:51Escort them out.
00:35:53What? Your visit is over.
00:35:55Oh, come on. This way, please.
00:35:57I'm not leaving.
00:35:59Move. We're not leaving again. Move.
00:36:01Oh, no, no, no. We're not going now.
00:36:04This isn't over, Laura. You'll see.
00:36:09Thanks for waiting, Ben.
00:36:12Laura, I'm glad you're okay.
00:36:16And thank you for defending me. I really appreciate it.
00:36:24Um, are you coming to the meeting?
00:36:27Yes, but it's going to be tricky.
00:36:33Why? I'm sure that Shepard Group got an invitation.
00:36:40Yes, Laura.
00:36:43There's something you should know.
00:36:46Is... is this about Ben?
00:36:50Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems.
00:36:53He won't even get past security.
00:36:55Laura.
00:36:57It's not Ben.
00:36:59It's someone else.
00:37:02Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:37:07Yes.
00:37:09Her name is Chloe Duke.
00:37:12She is daughter of the Duke family.
00:37:16She's my ex-fiancee.
00:37:19And, uh, let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:37:24And... let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:37:30And for some reason, she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:36And... you think that she's going to cause problems at the meeting for...
00:37:44Out of... jealousy?
00:37:49There's a possibility.
00:37:51She's kind of jealous.
00:37:53Well...
00:37:55All the more reason for you to be there.
00:37:58Since...
00:38:00I'll be there too.
00:38:01Laura...
00:38:03Would you consider being my guest at the meeting?
00:38:06What?
00:38:08Are you worried that this Chloe is going to cause problems for me too?
00:38:10Maybe a little.
00:38:12But mostly...
00:38:13I want to show them we're a team.
00:38:15Well, it's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard.
00:38:18Laura...
00:38:20I don't care about your best.
00:38:22I just want to be by your side.
00:38:23I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:25I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:30Ryan.
00:38:32I...
00:38:34I appreciate your honesty and...
00:38:36right now...
00:38:38I...
00:38:40I'm just not...
00:38:42I'm just not...
00:38:44I'm...
00:38:46I'm...
00:38:47I appreciate your honesty and right now I'm just not I just don't really have
00:38:56romance on my mind right now just with everything going on and going on it
00:39:03I just wanted to be a fault and if Glantz was anything you won't face her
00:39:10alone there's just one thing I do need what is it a formal dress
00:39:33up security she doesn't belong here this is a private store excuse me we
00:39:40need some assistance I'm looking for a very particular dress it's beautiful
00:39:49it is I'll try this one on don't bother with her she can't afford anything here
00:39:55she's just a cleaner she doesn't deserve to shop you she has no money I mean what
00:40:03are you doing here can't you just leave me alone I wouldn't bat an eyelash if you
00:40:07just disappeared I'm here for retail therapy oh please this store is for the
00:40:13A-list only not some cheapskate like you says the woman who barged into my marriage
00:40:18hey show some respect typical Laura just think she can buy anything she wants with
00:40:25someone else's money I would have asked you but without me I'm sure you're already
00:40:30back please come on we'll take the dress sir this particular dress is not for sale
00:40:36what do you mean you don't sell it I want it name your price it's not about the price
00:40:42ma'am this one was custom made for Miss Lewis the Lewis group heiress the entire
00:40:47brand belongs to her this beautiful dress is for display purposes only thank you I
00:40:52wouldn't suit you anyway amber what are you talking about of course it would suit her it'd fit her just fine
00:40:58and if it wouldn't fit me it certainly wouldn't fit your chunky self either well buying the whole
00:41:04store allow me to purchase this dress oh please don't you know that this store belongs to Lewis group
00:41:14we wouldn't sell it to someone like you amber you're not even a branch manager yet you don't
00:41:19get to speak on behalf of Lewis group could you please tell me more about this dress of course it was
00:41:26custom-made for Laura Lewis heiress to the Lewis group fortune and stitched in Italy naturally and
00:41:34apparently there are many more like it this high-end stores and museums around the world from her private
00:41:41collection Laura do you like this dress of course it's custom-made for me I'm just here to take what's
00:41:49already mine oh you can't be serious there must be millions of Laura Lewis's out there in the world
00:41:55fine fine if it's not for sale can't I at least try it on it would look incredible on me miss this dress
00:42:03is very delicate if I may be frank I don't think this would fit you properly are you calling me fat
00:42:11actually on a second thought why don't we just find the whole brand how's that sound sir are you
00:42:18serious you would just buy the entire brand for one dress this brand is worth at least 50 million
00:42:24dollars and to buy it for a waitress are you out of your mind yes you see even if you had the money
00:42:32they wouldn't sell it to you just one second yes this is Brian Shepherd CEO Shepherd group I'd like to
00:42:42speak with your head of acquisitions I'm interested in purchasing your high fashion brand what
00:42:50you see if we can't have it neither can you mr. gates yes this is Laura Lewis I'm calling to discuss
00:43:08the sale of our high-end clothing brand to Shepherd group oh come on calling the Lewis family but we
00:43:16won't get you anywhere sweet exactly this is pathetic you really think this is gonna work it's sad
00:43:21excellent thank you mr. gates that's all yes what are you willing to submit the brand awesome thank you
00:43:46hello yes wow yes of course absolutely mm-hmm thank you uh this store along with the entire brand has been
00:44:00sold to mr. Shepherd the Shepherd group is the new owner how may I be upstairs today sir well Lauren I don't
00:44:09know much about pressure so I would like to give you this brand to you you can't be serious you don't have
00:44:15the kind of money to buy this store don't listen to her you two just go do whatever you do somewhere
00:44:22else you're not welcome here I want the two of these out of my store I want the two of these out of my
00:44:33store of course oh come on sir ma'am we're afraid I have to ask you to leave but we're not leaving okay
00:44:41hey hey hey this isn't over Laura could I try the dress on now of course miss Lewis you just follow me
00:44:49wow miss Lewis this dress really was made for you
00:45:01Laura Laura you look breathtaking in this dress Brian why would you do all of this for me
00:45:13Laura because you deserve everything beautiful in the world and that includes this dress thank you
00:45:24will you give us a chance to see where things could go I I need a moment perhaps we could talk some
00:45:35more about this after the investment meeting does that mean it could be a yes maybe
00:45:54well well well look who decided to join the party playing dress up again Laura one more
00:46:08disrespectful remark towards Laura Miss Smith and you understand the meaning of rude you threatening my
00:46:14girlfriend in front of everyone for this this gold digger you know Ben I really cared about you
00:46:21even after all the horrible things you said to me after our divorce I know the name of a great
00:46:26psychologist in New York maybe the shrinks in Maplewood aren't equipped to deal with your issues
00:46:33enough I've had enough of this drama yeah me too try that again and you'll regret it I'll get the hell
00:46:42out of my face let's see if you two even make it past the door yeah I'm sorry miss Smith but your
00:46:50name's not on the guest list what that's impossible I was invited by the CEO himself
00:46:56unfortunately neither Harrison group or Smith group the name is on the list looks like you two won't be
00:47:05getting let in after all you don't have an invitation you're just here because of Brian let me see this
00:47:16this doesn't even look real it's different from mine why don't you ask her if it's real this appears
00:47:24to be a VIP invitation from the vice president please right this way we can continue this discussion later
00:47:31if you manage to get in sir madam we recommend you leave there you are how dare you steal my fiance there you are how dare you steal my fiance
00:47:52looks like another relationship fights the dust Laura looks like stealing men is a hobby of yours get away from him he's engaged to me hey hold your horses going that ended a long time ago
00:48:05engaged to you everyone in Maplewood knows what you did to Brian your relationships history
00:48:12that was just a little tip you really think that could tear us apart don't you know who I am to pretend
00:48:22like you don't know oh honey she don't recognize royalty let alone in Duke she's just a maid remember I don't have
00:48:30time for all this drama Brian let's head inside Brian how could you choose this clean up over me
00:48:40are you really going to humiliate me in front of all of Maplewood there's nothing left to say going
00:48:46don't make this a scene shall we
00:48:49you okay miss Duke and you are Amber Smith I'm the Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group
00:49:03what branch I've never heard of it what do you want from me that Laura
00:49:07she tore up my invitation do you think you can get me inside what your little manager title
00:49:13couldn't get you past the front door please don't waste my time
00:49:37if I can't have Brian neither can you the Duke family has more influence than you think
00:49:55Chloe good to see you I've been expecting you Uncle Jones how are you
00:50:01good I need your help with something what is it anything for my little Chloe it's Brian
00:50:10who's that woman I thought you were she's a con woman she actually used to be a cleaner in his company
00:50:17what are you saying Brian left you for a cleaner well she's pretending to be a Lewis to get close to him
00:50:27what are you planning I want to destroy Shepherd Group
00:50:32anyway I am terribly sorry about Chloe now I had no idea she would be so
00:50:42intense
00:50:45what do you mean you so should have taken her up on her offer I mean you guys are just
00:50:52power couple I see what you're doing power couple you say more like a disaster waiting to happen
00:51:04anyway shall we take a seat actually Brian my seat is there really she doesn't deserve to sit there
00:51:18Laura excuse me this is my VIP invitation I can sit wherever I like hey what do you think you're doing
00:51:26this is signed by all three VPs of Lewis Group where did you get this who did you
00:51:33have to sleep with that's enough this is getting us nowhere Laura is my guest and I
00:51:42will not tolerate any kind of disrespect towards her got it mr. Shepherd what do you see in that woman
00:51:51mr. Duke is a perfect match for you she's from a good family beautiful and successful what more could
00:51:59you ask for that's a good question not much actually honesty that's what I want and love things that are
00:52:11clearly Chloe has no idea I said I was sorry what more do you want I've watched
00:52:19Chloe grow up she's like a daughter to me I won't allow her to be spoken to like that
00:52:25anyway
00:52:29one more chance Brian let's forget all this nonsense do it mr. Shepherd propose right here right now
00:52:40Brian is this how the Duke family handles business deals by forcing a ring on someone do it or you can
00:52:54kiss goodbye all future investments with the Duke family there you're humiliating yourself dare you do you
00:53:08really like this nobody from nowhere yes but I can imagine someone like her interested in me the truth
00:53:21is I wouldn't be here where I am today without her why would you choose someone like her exactly this
00:53:30woman is trouble she doesn't belong here throw out you do realize that there is no investment meeting
00:53:38without me interesting turn of events perhaps it's time we shed some light on your mysterious past do
00:53:46you actually think that just because you have the name Laura that you're the missing heiress Laura Lewis
00:53:52you know what maybe you're right Chloe ridiculous is that what you've been telling everyone I'm sure that the Duke
00:54:04family still values cooperation but wow did I underestimate your foolishness Chloe you have no right to talk to
00:54:14Miss Duke like that that's enough you don't get to talk here you got mad Shepard you dare to go against Miss Duke
00:54:21and the same applies to everyone else here anyone who insults Laura leaves with a black eye
00:54:28it's willing to defend the Duke for her what kind of charm does she have I want to be careful Brian don't forget that this
00:54:35entire hotel chain is owned by the Lewis group are you willing to get blacklisted for this public tantrum
00:54:41the Lewis group isn't blacklisting anyone especially not Shepard group
00:54:48Lewis group RS you don't make me laugh security remove these two imposters from the premises
00:55:00wait Uncle Jones give Brian another chance choose Brian me and the future you deserve or this fraud
00:55:10Chloe I have everything I ever wanted right here you know wouldn't trade all the power that took so many
00:55:21fine
00:55:28short the stock of the Shepard group
00:55:30what
00:55:30you forced my hand Brian now Shepard group is ruined
00:55:36the Duke family they can't be serious Shepard group is doomed
00:55:41Brian you don't have to do this for me
00:55:44Laura now we'll never let anyone bully you let alone them
00:55:51thank you Brian for for believing in me for protecting me
00:55:59now it's my turn to protect you
00:56:03listen carefully I need you to protect the Shepard group stock at all costs don't let it drop even one cent
00:56:20do you understand do you understand Wow award-winning performance Laura but you can't possibly control the stock market
00:56:29want to put your money where your mouth is Chloe if the Shepard stock holds for the next five minutes
00:56:42well looks like your five minutes is up let's see how the Shepard stock is doing
00:56:50well looks like your five minutes is up let's see how the Shepard stock is doing
00:57:00what the the Shepard group stock prices it's going up this can't be happening it must be a coincidence
00:57:21why didn't you short the stock like I asked there was a huge investment we couldn't compete Shepard stock price is being heavily supported
00:57:29how did you do this like I said Chloe I'm Laura Lewis
00:57:39oh you're not you're just some cleaner you don't have access to billions
00:57:43well I think it's time for my apology
00:57:48no I think it's time for my apology
00:57:56there's no way I'm apologizing to you if things were the other way would you be so
00:58:01quick to forgive me Chloe the truth is everyone here has seen you be a
00:58:09bully and a coward and now a sore loser this is so humiliating for her how did she
00:58:21manage that maybe she really is a Lois apologize to miss Lois shut up don't you
00:58:28don't talk about miss Duke like that don't forget the Duke family owned half of Maplewood
00:58:34you don't lose it let's get out of here hold on this is where I belong and that is my chair
00:58:46you can't go there that is the VIP section only those invited by the Lois group vice presidents get
00:58:53to sit there like I said Chloe that's my seat
00:59:04had a rumor floating around a few days ago seems Miss Lewis caused quite a scene at a signing ceremony between her ex and Mr. Shepard wasn't it
00:59:15are you planning another outburst Laura is this how you charm all your men shall
00:59:21we my pleasure what are you doing let go it doesn't matter what happened I choose to
00:59:30stay by Laura's side
00:59:33let's go
00:59:33don't be upset that seat is reserved for a very important guest someone so esteemed even the
00:59:42vice presidents have to bow low
00:59:45and how exactly Mr. Jones are you so sure that I'm not that esteemed guest
00:59:55wait that's Peter Young director of business affairs at Lois Group
00:59:59it's Peter Young it's Chloe Duke head of Duke industries so glad you could join us why is everyone standing around it's her she's making a huge scene trying to claim the VIP seats it's embarrassing that seats reserved for the Lois group VIP guest
01:00:19specifically the family heir please get off the stage oh yes Mr. Young was it I think I remember you you manage my family's investments don't pretend like you know what's going on please get off the stage that seats reserved for the Lois family heir I need to make one thing crystal clear
01:00:47this is ridiculous you the Lois heir don't you know that Miss Lewis is a legend around here you must be out of your mind trusting a complete stranger like this exactly we ran a background check on her and turns out she's just some cleaner that used to work for the Harrison group
01:01:14and before that before that I could see her in my family's supermarket
01:01:18see Brian this is who you've been chasing after a liar and a cheat
01:01:23security get this impostor out of here and everyone here is a witness
01:01:28why would any of you trust Laura if any of you dares to harm her you have to go through me first
01:01:37Brian she's just some nobody she's just someone that the Harrison group ditched
01:01:43they didn't even want her what exactly do you see in her
01:01:47escort this impostor out of here now
01:01:50I'm Peter
01:01:58Peter do you have any idea what you're doing
01:02:02Mr. Yates I'm so glad you could join us
01:02:06Miss Lewis sorry about the delay and for all the trouble you had to put up with
01:02:12it's no trouble Mr. Yates luckily I haven't been alone
01:02:17I've had the great company of my very loyal friend
01:02:23wait a minute she's Miss Lewis is this a joke
01:02:27Mr. Young you're new to the Lewis group so I can understand why you wouldn't recognize Miss Lewis
01:02:33but she listened to lies without checking the facts and almost called the police
01:02:40tell me Mr. Young who put you up to this
01:02:46was it my uncle Ian Lewis
01:02:48I knew it
01:02:52consider this your termination
01:02:59I get it now this is all an act right
01:03:03but Chloe what are you doing we still want to work with the Lewis family
01:03:06work with them are you blind this woman is clearly having an affair with this old man
01:03:11that's enough young lady you've got no right to disrespect the head of the Lewis group
01:03:16oh Chloe I can't believe we're going through this again
01:03:21I think you need some professional help
01:03:25maybe I could make you an appointment with a great psychiatrist
01:03:28Chloe that's enough
01:03:30it's ridiculous if you were really the Lewis family heir you would have the ring
01:03:33so why don't you show it to everyone
01:03:35show us the ring
01:03:37show us the ring
01:03:44show us the ring
01:03:45show us the ring
01:03:46who are you to make demands of me
01:03:48I don't answer to anyone but myself
01:03:51I don't need any of your validation
01:03:57oh there's a ring
01:04:00Oh, God.
01:04:01Wow.
01:04:02Yes.
01:04:04Vice Presidents, I'm Chloe Duke of the Duke family.
01:04:08This woman is an imposter.
01:04:10Ms. Lewis, we apologize for the delay.
01:04:13How could you just let that con woman sit there?
01:04:16Get her out of here!
01:04:17This seat was always for Ms. Lewis.
01:04:20She's the special guest we've been waiting for, the investment queen, the real heir to
01:04:27the Lewis Group, Laura Lewis.
01:04:30She was a divorced host wife, a janitor.
01:04:32How can she?
01:04:33She can't be.
01:04:34It's a lie.
01:04:35I'm telling you, it's a lie.
01:04:36Do you think we'd lie?
01:04:39We run Lewis Group.
01:04:41Oh, Chloe, you assaulted me earlier.
01:04:46And you came to this meeting to what?
01:04:49Sabotage it.
01:04:51You'll be hearing from our legal team.
01:04:54Is this true, Ms. Duke?
01:04:57Did you try and sabotage this meeting?
01:05:00Yes, it's all true.
01:05:03She fooled us all.
01:05:04The Duke's tricked us to keep Lewis Group out of Maplewood and control everything themselves.
01:05:10I had no idea.
01:05:11But I'm on your side.
01:05:13I can give you everything you need.
01:05:16All the resources in Maplewood.
01:05:18Ms. Lewis, how would you like us to deal with this?
01:05:21An eye for an eye.
01:05:27Since Ms. Duke here loves ruining things, I'll target her precious Duke Industries.
01:05:39I want them bankrupt in ten minutes.
01:05:42You're bluffing.
01:05:43You're nobody.
01:05:44You'll always be a nobody.
01:05:46And you can't touch me.
01:05:48Then consider this a test, Chloe.
01:05:52I didn't need my family's support with Shepard and I certainly don't need it now.
01:05:57Chloe, you dug your own grave.
01:06:00You think you can destroy Maplewood's leading family with just the Shepard group?
01:06:05Please.
01:06:06We'll see.
01:06:07Dad?
01:06:08What?
01:06:09Slow down.
01:06:10What are you talking about?
01:06:11No.
01:06:12It's impossible.
01:06:13Chloe, what have you done?
01:06:14Years of hard work.
01:06:15Destroyed in minutes.
01:06:16What did you do?
01:06:17Well, what have you done?
01:06:18Years of hard work.
01:06:19Destroyed in minutes.
01:06:20What did you do?
01:06:22What did you do?
01:06:23Well, Chloe, isn't this what you wanted?
01:06:27To give me a little taste of destruction?
01:06:29This is- this is impossible.
01:06:44It's impossible.
01:06:45Chloe, what have you done?
01:06:49The news is everywhere.
01:06:51Shepherds launched a full-scale assault on the stock market.
01:06:54They're hammering our shares!
01:06:56Ow!
01:06:57Are you sure it's just Shepherds?
01:06:59Yes!
01:07:00Shareholders are dumping our stock like it's a hot potato.
01:07:03We could go bankrupt!
01:07:05You've ruined everything!
01:07:07Don't worry, Mr. Duke.
01:07:08When your company does go bankrupt, I'll buy it.
01:07:12At a fire sale price.
01:07:14Your employees won't even be affected.
01:07:16Brilliant!
01:07:17A masterstroke, Ms. Lewis.
01:07:19Now, this is my event.
01:07:24Please leave.
01:07:25Brian, I did this for us!
01:07:27Everything I did, I did for us, Brian!
01:07:32Chloe, you need help.
01:07:35These feelings you have for me, it's not love.
01:07:39It's obsession.
01:07:41Enough.
01:07:43If you don't want to ruin everything completely, you'll come with me right now.
01:07:48Chloe.
01:07:49Chloe.
01:07:50Right now.
01:07:51Chloe!
01:07:52Chloe!
01:07:53Chloe!
01:07:54Chloe!
01:07:55This isn't over!
01:07:57Help me!
01:07:58What is going on here?
01:07:59Did they finally expose Laura's lies?
01:08:01Shepherd Group.
01:08:02They're the new partner that's partnering up with Lewis Group from Maplewood.
01:08:16They're handling all future construction projects.
01:08:18That can't be!
01:08:19What about us?
01:08:20That was our project!
01:08:21Remember, Laura teamed up with Brian.
01:08:22Harrison Group is practically out.
01:08:23We have no chance.
01:08:24We can't give up that easily.
01:08:25Remember, Ian Lewis himself appointed me as general manager.
01:08:26In a few days he promised that he would let us meet with a new heir.
01:08:27You're right.
01:08:28If we can just meet with a new heir, we can bypass the Shepherds and meet directly with
01:08:29the Lewis Group.
01:08:30We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:08:34That's right.
01:08:35Vice Presidents, allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:08:36I'm sure I've met you.
01:08:37Mr. Shepard, finally a pleasure to meet you.
01:08:38We've looked at you.
01:08:39We've looked at you.
01:08:40You're right.
01:08:41You're right.
01:08:42You're right.
01:08:43In a few days he promised that he would let us meet with a new heir.
01:08:44You're right.
01:08:45If we can just meet with a new heir, we can bypass the Shepherds and meet directly
01:08:46with the Lewis Group.
01:08:47We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:08:48That's right.
01:08:49Vice Presidents, allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:09:02I'm sure I've met you.
01:09:03Mr. Shepard, finally a pleasure to meet you.
01:09:04We've looked into your company's financial review.
01:09:08Very impressive.
01:09:10Thank you, bud.
01:09:11A large part of that success is next to Ms. Lewis.
01:09:15No.
01:09:16She practically saved me from disaster.
01:09:19Three times over now.
01:09:20Brian, you can just call me more.
01:09:23Ms. Lewis' recommendation is very telling, Mr. Shepard.
01:09:27Perhaps today clarifies everything.
01:09:30Mr. Shepard, this opportunity is going.
01:09:33Sees it.
01:09:34A woman like Laura is not easy to find.
01:09:39Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:09:50Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:09:52Laura?
01:09:53Hardly.
01:09:54I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:09:59You're Laura's uncle?
01:10:00In the flesh.
01:10:01So Laura really is your niece?
01:10:02Yes.
01:10:03Little Laura.
01:10:04She just threw away her birthright about two, three years ago.
01:10:05Ran off and married a nobody from Maplewood.
01:10:06I think he was a Harrison.
01:10:07Now Laura's got the VPs and Mr. Yates on her side.
01:10:08Did you hear she's throwing a banquet in a few days to announce her official takeover?
01:10:13And we can't let that happen, can we, my dear?
01:10:14If you're Ian Lewis, wouldn't you have the family ring?
01:10:15Well, my dear, that's where you come in, Miss Duke.
01:10:16We need you to relinquish my ring.
01:10:17What if I-what if I fail?
01:10:18My family is already ruined.
01:10:19Yes you are in a spot of bother.
01:10:20I might tell you to give you a house in a bank.
01:10:22Why would you give me a house in a house in a month?
01:10:23I could give you a house!
01:10:24Really, what if I'd better call him?
01:10:25I think he would give you a house in a couple of years ago.
01:10:26I would tell you to help you clean the house and let you know.
01:10:27I could tell you the guy I was in a house, you know what?
01:10:28Let me tell you.
01:10:29Let me tell you what I know.
01:10:30Have you seen the guy who is the guy who's in the house?
01:10:31And I've seen him say that we ever had done...
01:10:32Well, going through the house in a house.
01:10:33Let me tell you what I've been trying to look like,
01:10:34One day.
01:10:35That's where you come in, Miss Duke. We need you to relinquish my ring.
01:10:41What if I fail? My family is already ruined.
01:10:45Yes, you are in a spot of bother, I must say.
01:10:48But, if successful, I guarantee that you and the Duke family will get back everything you've lost.
01:10:56Laura's got the VPs and Brian on her side. How can I possibly get the ring?
01:11:00There is a way, you know, that we can make Laura relinquish and give up that ring willingly.
01:11:09Laura, my dear, welcome.
01:11:11Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:11:18Laura.
01:11:19It's so good to see you.
01:11:21And you, it's been too long, two, three years perhaps. How have you been?
01:11:27I've been well, Uncle Ian.
01:11:30Thank you for asking.
01:11:31I see you've been busy keeping Lewis Group afloat.
01:11:35Yes.
01:11:36It's been easy.
01:11:37Indeed. Somebody had to. I mean, after you left me with everything to do, without a safe pair of hands, I hate to think it would have happened to the company.
01:11:46Actually, Uncle Ian, from what I've heard, you've lost billions with some questionable investment decisions.
01:11:54Yes. Minor mistakes. Minor.
01:11:57Don't worry, Uncle Ian. I won't hold it against you.
01:12:01Oh, good. Well, cheers to you coming back here. And the Lewis Group.
01:12:08Oh, I'm so sorry, Laura. How clumsy of me.
01:12:14Uh, no, no worries, Uncle Ian. I, I'll just go to the restroom and get cleaned up.
01:12:21Of course. Right away. Just down to the left.
01:12:24Use it wisely.
01:12:30Oh, I will.
01:12:34Hey, Laura. How's that?
01:12:50Hello, Brian. Your little girlfriend is with me now.
01:12:53Chloe, how in the hell did you get Laura's phone?
01:12:58Let's just say that I have my ways.
01:13:01Listen, Chloe. Don't hurt her. Please. I'll do anything.
01:13:09Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs. Now.
01:13:14Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:13:19Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:13:22Oh, thank goodness you've cleared up. I am sorry. How clumsy.
01:13:29And don't forget your phone. I retrieved it for you.
01:13:32Thank you. I'm going again.
01:13:34Lovely to see you again.
01:13:35Yeah. I guess I'll see you the day after tomorrow at the banquet.
01:13:39At the banquet.
01:13:42I'll see you then.
01:13:43Will do. Looking forward to it.
01:13:45Laura!
01:13:46Laura!
01:13:47Where are you?
01:13:48Laura!
01:13:49Laura!
01:13:50Where are you?
01:13:51Laura!
01:13:53Laura!
01:13:54Where are you?
01:13:56Laura!
01:13:57Laura, where are you?
01:13:59Laura!
01:14:04Gotcha.
01:14:07You weren't expecting that, were you?
01:14:15Finally.
01:14:16Looks like your little boyfriend got turned around.
01:14:18What the?
01:14:19Laura?
01:14:20Where are you?
01:14:21Laura?
01:14:22Laura?
01:14:23Go shut your mouth.
01:14:25Chloe.
01:14:26What have you done?
01:14:27You out of your mind?
01:14:28Out of my mind?
01:14:29You were the one that left me for that tram and destroyed my life!
01:14:32That's not true.
01:14:33You were the one who messed up!
01:14:34Ryan!
01:14:35Laura!
01:14:36Stay away.
01:14:38I'm sorry.
01:14:39I'm sorry.
01:14:40I'm sorry.
01:14:41I'm sorry.
01:14:42I'm sorry.
01:14:43I'm sorry.
01:14:44Stay where you are.
01:14:46You better not come alone.
01:14:49Shut this knife, Chloe.
01:14:51This is insane!
01:14:52Insane?
01:14:53I did this for us, Brian!
01:14:56We were meant to be together.
01:14:59Us?
01:15:00You've gone crazy!
01:15:01And you're out of here.
01:15:02Chloe, kidnapping is a very serious event.
01:15:07They're going to lock you up for years!
01:15:09You think I care about jail time?
01:15:12All I care about is tearing the two apart!
01:15:14You don't deserve him!
01:15:17What you've done!
01:15:19You've destroyed my life!
01:15:21My company, everything!
01:15:23Now I'm going to destroy your life!
01:15:26Give me your family ring now!
01:15:29Give it to me!
01:15:30This is about the ring!
01:15:31This is about the ring!
01:15:33Did my Uncle Ian put you up to this?
01:15:36You know, Chloe...
01:15:38Trying to kill me...
01:15:41That's foolish.
01:15:43Because who do you think is going to win?
01:15:45You?
01:15:47That little knife?
01:15:48Or...
01:15:50Me?
01:15:51Something a little bit more persuasive.
01:16:01Freeze!
01:16:02Don't move anyone!
01:16:06Don't move!
01:16:08You're about to be arrested for kidnapping.
01:16:11Miss Lewis...
01:16:12Having fun without me?
01:16:14I'm not hurt.
01:16:16Are you hurt?
01:16:19No, I'm okay.
01:16:23Tell me, Chloe...
01:16:25Who put you up to this, Chloe?
01:16:28Why should I tell you?
01:16:30You're going to kill me anyway!
01:16:32Chloe, I don't have a problem with you.
01:16:35But if you don't talk...
01:16:37Your beloved Duke Industries might run into some.
01:16:42Well, I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:16:45So the choice is yours, Chloe.
01:16:48Talk!
01:16:49Or face the consequences.
01:16:51Fine.
01:16:52It was Ian Lewis.
01:16:54He said he'd help Duke Industries if I kept you away from the bankroom today.
01:17:00Did you get all of that, Mr. Yates?
01:17:02I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:17:06Oh, every word, Miss Lewis.
01:17:09Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:17:22This is crazy.
01:17:24Are we really sure we can do this?
01:17:25All these big companies here, it's crazy.
01:17:27Absolutely.
01:17:29The Lewis Group is under new leadership.
01:17:31We can talk to the heiress herself.
01:17:33Exactly.
01:17:34We just need to make sure we make a good impression on the new heir.
01:17:37There's Ian Lewis now.
01:17:39You can introduce us.
01:17:40Let's go.
01:17:41Yeah.
01:17:43Hello, Ian Lewis.
01:17:44I'm Amber Smith.
01:17:45We spoke on the phone the other day.
01:17:47This is Ben Harrison from Harrison Group.
01:17:49How do you do?
01:17:50We're the company that...
01:17:51Yes, I know who you are.
01:17:53Miss Smith, you're the one who exposed Laura's little drama.
01:17:57Now look, I'm not here for idle chat.
01:17:58Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.
01:17:59Could I ask you all to be seated, please?
01:18:01The moment you've all been waiting for.
01:18:02Tonight marks a new chapter in the life of the Lewis Group.
01:18:03A night where the rightful heir takes their place.
01:18:04Would you please join me in welcoming the heir to the Lewis Group, Miss Laura Lewis.
01:18:08Look everybody, attention.
01:18:09Attention please.
01:18:10There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:18:13I just got notice from a phone call a couple of minutes ago that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:18:16And tragedy is happening in the life of a new chapter in the life of the Lewis Group.
01:18:17It's a new chapter in the life of the Lewis Group.
01:18:18A night where the rightful heir takes their place.
01:18:19Would you please join me in welcoming the heir to the Lewis Group, Miss Laura Lewis.
01:18:24Look everybody, attention.
01:18:27Attention please.
01:18:28There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:18:34I just got notice from a phone call a couple of minutes ago that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:18:41And tragically, she hasn't made it. She has not survived.
01:18:49What? Laura Lewis is dead?
01:18:52It doesn't matter now. She's gone.
01:18:54Mr. Lewis, is this new-
01:18:56A tragic turn of events, Mr. Yates.
01:18:59But rest assured, the Lewis group will continue under my competent leadership.
01:19:05Hold on! Who said that I'm dead?
01:19:08Laura!
01:19:15I don't understand. What's happening?
01:19:18Laura? But weren't you-
01:19:21My apologies for the delay, everyone. There seems to be some... misunderstanding.
01:19:28Laura, what are you doing here? You gotta stop this. If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:19:33I'll say response. Back off that plot.
01:19:38Thank you for coming, everyone. As I'm sure you know, tonight, I officially reclaim my title as the CEO of Lewis Group.
01:19:53Perhaps... you could make some room for me. Uncle Ian?
01:20:00Impossible. How are you still alive?
01:20:03Well, clearly I am alive. And well. So, why don't we get this started?
01:20:07No. You're not the rightful heir. You gave that away when you married Ben Harrison.
01:20:13Uncle Ian, is that seriously your argument the best that you have that I got married too quickly?
01:20:20Well, you went off to Maplewood three years ago and married a stranger and left me to work tirelessly keeping the company together.
01:20:28Uncle Ian, retire. Enjoy your retirement. Lewis Group will be perfectly fine without you.
01:20:35No. There can only be one heir. And that's me. And the rightful heir has possession of this.
01:20:44You think a ring makes an heir? You're even more foolish than I could have ever imagined.
01:20:50Give that back to me. This? Yes. You think some shiny gold thing makes you the heir?
01:20:59Give it back. True leadership is about earning the respect of those around you. Not some stupid ring.
01:21:09Oh, my ring! What have you done? Where is it?
01:21:15My ring! Oh!
01:21:17Now, everyone, if I could have your attention.
01:21:20I'm dead!
01:21:21Now, let me show you how a true heir earns a ring like that.
01:21:29Talk.
01:21:31Fine. It was Ian Lewis.
01:21:34He said he helped you in the streets if I kept you away from the bankroom today.
01:21:41Oh, quite the spectacle, Mr Lewis.
01:21:44Security, escort him out.
01:21:47And Ian, don't fall over.
01:21:49It's all lies. It's all lies! Fakery! It's fake news!
01:21:52The proof is clear! Get him out of here! Now!
01:21:59I owe all of you an apology for everything that's happened tonight.
01:22:03Turns out, reclaiming my birthright didn't go as smoothly as I had hoped.
01:22:09Luckily, these past few days, I've had Mr Shepherd by my side.
01:22:16And he has been a great support.
01:22:20Lewis Group has a lot of exciting plans for Maplewood.
01:22:25I'm proud to announce that we have secured a reliable partner.
01:22:35Shepherd Group.
01:22:37What? Laura, hold on!
01:22:39This was never my idea. This was all Cathy and Amber's fault.
01:22:42I don't want a divorce.
01:22:44What? Ben, what are you saying? You came to me first!
01:22:46Classic Ben. Something goes wrong and you start pointing the fingers at all the women in your life.
01:22:53Just don't shut Harrison Group out. Just give me another chance.
01:22:57How could I shut you out?
01:22:59I'm just a cleaner, remember?
01:23:01I'm just a useless housewife.
01:23:04I don't have that power.
01:23:05What are you talking about? What? No, come on! Sorry, no, please, no!
01:23:12Um, Mr Shepherd?
01:23:14Yes, Miss Lewis?
01:23:16I was wondering if...
01:23:19Maybe you wanted to grab dinner... sometime.
01:23:24On me.
01:23:26Miss Lewis.
01:23:30I would love to.
01:23:35The city.
01:23:36See you soon, like,
01:23:37yeah.
01:23:39Russian...
01:23:41The city.
01:23:42Oh, yeah.
01:23:43That is, I'm just aston graciously great answer.
01:23:45A lady.
01:23:46I don't identify what is missing...
01:23:48...to a colleague that looks at.
01:23:51A lady.
01:23:54Who comes...
01:23:57totally about the beauty of God.
01:23:58What do you know?
01:23:59I don't think that's not commonicalнюj.
01:24:02A family, or her friends.
01:24:03Today.
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