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