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Return Of The Secret Heiress - Full Movie
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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.
00:05:54Good.
00:05:55No.
00:05:56You're the best for being with us.
00:05:57Sir?
00:05:58Laura Lewis' information.
00:05:59Huh?
00:06:00She's Ben Harrison's wife.
00:06:01No wonder why she wants to part with her.
00:06:03Actually Sir, Ben Harrison just divorced her.
00:06:04Divorced her?
00:06:05Wait a minute.
00:06:06Don't you remember?
00:06:07She's the one who helped us with the semifra contract three years ago.
00:06:09Yeah.
00:06:10She saved our hiding there.
00:06:15Don't you remember? She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:21Yeah, she's saved our hiding now, remember?
00:06:25Why would Ben Harrison dump someone who just got him a hundred million dollar contract to?
00:06:31Ah. Let's get to the vinyl news.
00:06:37Hey! What are you doing? Let go of me!
00:06:40You attacked Amber! Apologize this instant!
00:06:46Stealing 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, it's really no, no worries, Mr. Shepard, but, um, I'm just going through a divorce. You see, it's, uh...
00:07:20Who are you?
00:07:21Laura'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?
00:08:07It's alright, ma'am. This is none of your business.
00:08:10All brown 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? That'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.
00:08:35Laura, does Ben even know you were the one who secured the 100 million deal?
00:08:39Let's just say that Ben underestimated me.
00:08:44I don't feel good about going through the signing event.
00:08:47After how they treated you, maybe we should cancel it?
00:08:51No, 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.
00:09:04Who are you, truly?
00:09:06You'll find out.
00:09:08Mr. Shepard.
00:09:11Um, can you pull up over here, please?
00:09:13Mr. 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.
00:09:29Make 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.
00:09:53After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City royalty.
00:10:02Only 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 I hit you on the head.
00:10:21A 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?
00:10:36Laura, 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.
00:10:50This 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,
00:11:17since you clearly don't deserve it.
00:11:20You really think ripping up that contract is gonna help?
00:11:23You're so silly, Laura.
00:11:24Oh, please, honey. You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:28Security! Get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:11:31You really think ripping up that contract is gonna help? You're so silly, Laura.
00:11:37Oh, please, honey. You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:41Security! Get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:11:44I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds. And after careful consideration, I don't think the Harrison family is worthy of working with the Shepherds.
00:11:54You really think that the Shepard group and I could be torn up by something that you've done? You have no authority here.
00:12:15Of 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?
00:12:32Laura, 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?
00:13:04Mom, 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.
00:13:14An adulterer. You deserve to be around...
00:13:16Shut up!
00:13:19Mr. 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?
00:13:31What was my name before we got married?
00:13:35Laura Lewis, right?
00:13:37Lewis Group? The Financial Giants?
00:13:41There'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.
00:13:51It's... it's... it's absurd!
00:13:55A high society heirs 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.
00:14:02In fact, I saved her from a robbery three years ago.
00:14:06She'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 waitress at the diner.
00:14:18Okay, listen up, everybody. 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?
00:14:43Let'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.
00:15:01That 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?
00:15:41And then just walk out like nothing happened?
00:15:42I don't think so. You're a cleaner.
00:15:45You're a cleaner that cleans toilets. Nobody cares about you.
00:15:49Cleaning 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.
00:16:02Now, I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding.
00:16:05I 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?
00:16:24You did. Claimed to have been the one that secured the deal.
00:16:28Aren't you, Miss Smith?
00:16:30Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie.
00:16:32This 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.
00:16:44But I don't recognize you.
00:16:47Is this true, Miss Smith?
00:16:50Miss Lewis has helped me on several occasions.
00:16:54This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:16:58But 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?
00:17:06Reprinted, Mr. Harrison.
00:17:08Perhaps you haven't been paying attention without Miss Lewis' involvement.
00:17:12I wouldn't even consider 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.
00:17:30Miss 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...
00:17:40Lewis 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.
00:18:04Shepard Group will not be partnering with Harrison.
00:18:08A man who can't keep his vows to his wife cannot be trusted to keep his word on the contract.
00:18:15The charade is over, Mr. Harrison.
00:18:17Everyone here deserves to see the truth.
00:18:22Miss Lewis, shall we take this conversation elsewhere?
00:18:25Help!
00:18:26Mom!
00:18:27Someone get a doctor!
00:18:28Mom!
00:18:29It seems your night has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:31Indeed.
00:18:32Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:33What?
00:18:34What now?
00:18:35Mom!
00:18:36This is not all on me.
00:18:37Not on you?
00:18:38Yeah.
00:18:39No.
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00:19:00No!
00:19:01on me. Not on you. I was trying to help. She cheated on you with Shepard. Flaunted their
00:19:08affair. Exactly. And those dresses? Who could afford those on a janitor's salary? Miss Smith,
00:19:15how could you do this? We trusted you completely. No, no. I got Ben the deal. I had no idea
00:19:23Shepard would fall for Bora. She's a liar. Oh, stop it, Amber. You lied to us just as
00:19:30much as she did. Lied. You're on my side. And anyways, I have a plan. The Shepards are
00:19:38no one special. We can expose Laura and all her lies. Go national. We can make ourselves
00:19:44a household name. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very important phone call to make.
00:19:51Thank you so much for tonight, Mr. Shepard. Thank you as well for standing up for me.
00:20:01It's all right, Laura. You deserve the credit for all your hard work. Can I ask you something?
00:20:06Do you have any place to stay tonight? Maybe a hotel? Don't. Don't worry about me, Mr. Shepard.
00:20:12I'll be fine. Um, excuse me, you can just drop me off. Actually, Laura, actually, Laura, there
00:20:18is something else. Would you consider to go out for dinner sometime? Just casually, of course.
00:20:24Mr. Shepard, are you asking me out? Please, call me Brian. And yes, technically, you're single now.
00:20:35Yes, that may be true, but, uh, going out with a newly divorced ex-cleaner isn't exactly proper.
00:20:47Proper? Laura, I don't give a damn about appearances. Tonight, I saw your intelligence and your strength.
00:20:57Those are qualities I truly admire. So what do you say? Dinner?
00:21:03Just 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. Just here is fine.
00:21:21Laura?
00:21:26Laura, who is it? Laura, wait!
00:21:29Jason, find out who owns that car, and do it fast.
00:21:42Ian Lewis, who is this?
00:21:45It'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.
00:21:53I 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.
00:22:03Someone I know very well.
00:22:06Impersonating 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?
00:22:21And 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?
00:22:30I want to meet with the Vice Presidents.
00:22:33All will be revealed then.
00:22:34Okay, very well. I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting. But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:22:42It won't be. Trust me, Mr. Lewis.
00:22:45Thank you, Mr.
00:22:46That little rascal, Laura. I wonder what she's up to now.
00:22:57That car belongs to Mr. Yeats, the Lewis family butler.
00:23:06Oh.
00:23:07Lewis family?
00:23:09That's interesting.
00:23:12Could she be connected to them somehow?
00:23:15I'm not sure.
00:23:17Brian!
00:23:19There you are.
00:23:20I'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?
00:23:28Can't I visit the man I love?
00:23:30We ended things for a reason.
00:23:33It was just one teensy mistake.
00:23:35I was... I was a little bit tipsy.
00:23:37Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:23:39Teensy mistake, you said?
00:23:41You cheated on me.
00:23:46Is 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.
00:24:12You want to be careful, Brian.
00:24:14Duke Industries still holds a lot of weight in Maplewood.
00:24:17If you want Shepard Group to stay afloat, you ought to be more careful.
00:24:26Seems like you've got more on your plate than Laura's secrets now.
00:24:28This is it.
00:24:36The Lewis Group vice presidents are on the top floor.
00:24:38Once 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.
00:24:49Look 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, just what do you think you're doing, you street rat?
00:25:03You really think you can just ruin my events again?
00:25:04Haven'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?
00:25:19I 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.
00:25:30You don't deserve to be here.
00:25:32The only ones who don't belong here are you three.
00:25:37And you, idiot, believing every lie that she tells you.
00:25:40Wake up, Ben.
00:25:42Oh, Laura!
00:25:44Laura, come on, why 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.
00:25:53So 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 Loon School.
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?
00:26:21Oh, that's rich.
00:26:22You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me.
00:26:25I spoke to Ian Lewis himself, CEO of Lewis Group.
00:26:29Speaking of Brian, where is he right now?
00:26:33You mean my uncle?
00:26:36Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:26:38Ian Lewis personally gave me this invitation himself.
00:26:43And besides, this looks fake.
00:26:46She's a liar.
00:26:48This 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, she's lying.
00:27:13There you have it, Laura.
00:27:14Even the hotel staff can spot a fake.
00:27:17Go on, get lost before things get worse.
00:27:22Here, take this one.
00:27:23Lead me to the vice presidents.
00:27:25You have no idea what you just did.
00:27:30There will be consequences.
00:27:34Besides, if you have this relationship with Ian Lewis that you claim to have,
00:27:40why don't you just ask him to get the two of them an invitation?
00:27:45Security, security, we need this woman removed immediately.
00:27:47She is harassing me.
00:27:49We're done with your games, Laura.
00:27:50You're just a fraud.
00:27:51Man, please move me.
00:27:53What?
00:27:53Hold on.
00:27:55Brian Shepard?
00:27:59You think money buys you the right to walk all over people?
00:28:02Well, it doesn't.
00:28:03Yeah, it wasn'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.
00:28:13Don'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?
00:28:28You people are unbelievable.
00:28:32Mr. Carter, get 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?
00:28:39Well, 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?
00:28:45Thank 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.
00:28:58A cleaner?
00:28:59Nonsense.
00:29:00I personally agreed to 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.
00:29:13I was just here investigating potential business opportunities.
00:29:17No, this 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, it's a lie.
00:29:35Mr. Sheppard, 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?
00:29:53Because of the affair?
00:29:54Because she slept with you?
00:29:55Excuse me.
00:29:56Of course.
00:29:56Who are you and how dare you speak to Miss Lewis that way?
00:29:59Enough of this.
00:29:59She's right.
00:30:00That's enough.
00:30:01Have you embarrassed 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.
00:30:28Thank you for stepping in, Brian.
00:30:30I owe you one.
00:30:33We'll talk about this later.
00:30:35Well, it seems that divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision, Mr. Rivers.
00:30:47Come in!
00:30:47Excuse me, Vice Presidents.
00:30:52I'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.
00:31:02Our records don't show any Maplewood Branch, Ms. Smith.
00:31:07Are 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?
00:31:22Ms. Smith?
00:31:23A 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-
00:31:34Ms. 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-
00:31:43Ms. Smith, we'd like you to leave.
00:31:46If you don't, we'll call security.
00:31:47Ms. Smith, we'll call security.
00:31:52Hey, stop there. This elevator is for VIP only.
00:31:57Back, please.
00:31:57Of course. My apologies.
00:32:06Laura?
00:32:09Vice Presidents, it's so good to see all of you again.
00:32:14Ms. Lewis, it's been too long.
00:32:16Your return is a lifesaver, Ms. Lewis. The Lewis Group has floundered under your uncle's,
00:32:22well, shall we say, unconventional leadership.
00:32:25The 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.
00:32:41Local 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
00:32:56Maplewood 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.
00:33:06Well, she lied so blatantly. It was, it's unbelievable.
00:33:10But, don't worry. I found a much more suitable partner.
00:33:16Shepherd Group.
00:33:17Shepherd Group?
00:33:18Yeah.
00:33:19The 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.
00:33:37Ms. Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the meeting from us.
00:33:45Cheers.
00:33:47Cheers.
00:33:47Cheers.
00:33:58No, 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.
00:34:05Yeah, that's right. Tell them who we are.
00:34:07Yes, we were waiting for Ms. Smith.
00:34:11Lewis Group Maplewood branch? No such thing, ma'am.
00:34:14And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:34:17Oh, of course. Laura! She's probably sleeping with the manager as well.
00:34:22That's how she gets away with everything.
00:34:24You underestimate her, Cathy. She'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.
00:34:33Both of you. Acquisitions like that can get you in serious trouble.
00:34:38Look 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.
00:34:56You're so stupid. She threw you away like yesterday's trash.
00:35:00Don't worry, Brian. You deserve better. And let's not forget, I'm the new Maplewood branch
00:35:06manager of Lewis Group, appointed by the CEO of Lewis Group themselves, Ian Lewis.
00:35:12New branch manager, huh? Interesting.
00:35:16Laura Lewis? What are you doing here? Get out of here!
00:35:19You claim to be the mystery guest? Don't play games, Laura. I was formally invited by
00:35:26Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting. Only the top companies get those.
00:35:32Looks like you're all out of luck. Is that so? Well then, there seems to be a misunderstanding.
00:35:40You see, I'm not sure if you know Ms. Smith, but Lewis Group is my company, and I decide who goes to the meetings.
00:35:49Oh, come on, this way please. I'm not leaving. Move, we're not leaving again. Move! Oh no, we're not going now.
00:36:03Ok, bye, bye, bye. This isn't over, Laura. You'll see.
00:36:09Thanks for waiting, friend. Laura, I'm glad you're okay.
00:36:14And thank you for defending me. I really appreciate it.
00:36:23Um, are you coming to the meeting?
00:36:27Yes, but it's gonna be tricky.
00:36:32Why? I'm sure that Shepard Group got an invitation.
00:36:39Yes, Laura. There's something you should know.
00:36:45Is this about Ben? Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems. He won't even get past security.
00:36:54Laura, it's not Ben. It's someone else.
00:37:01Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:37:06Yes. Her name is Chloe Duke. She is daughter of the Duke family.
00:37:15She's my ex-fiancee. And let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:37:23And let's just say we didn't end things so well. And for some reason, she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:35And you think that she's gonna cause problems at the meeting for...
00:37:46Out of jealousy?
00:37:49There's a possibility. She's kind of jealous.
00:37:53Well, all the more reason for you to be there.
00:37:57Besides, I'll be there too.
00:38:01Laura, would you consider being my guest at the meeting?
00:38:09What? Are you worried that this Chloe's gonna cause problems for me too?
00:38:14Maybe a little. But mostly, I wanna show them your team.
00:38:20Well, it's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard. Thank you.
00:38:26Laura.
00:38:31I don't care about your best.
00:38:33I just want to be by your side.
00:38:35I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:37Brian.
00:38:38I appreciate your honesty. And right now, I'm just not... I just don't really have romance on my mind right now. Just with everything going on and going on and...
00:39:02I just want to be upfront. And if Chloe tries anything, you won't face her alone.
00:39:14There's just one thing I do need.
00:39:18What is it?
00:39:20A formal dress.
00:39:23Uh, security! She doesn't belong here. This is a private store.
00:39:38Excuse me. We need some assistance. I'm looking for a very particular dress.
00:39:46Wow. It's beautiful.
00:39:49It is.
00:39:50I'll try this one off.
00:39:52Uh, don't bother with her. She can't afford anything here. She's just a cleaner. She doesn't deserve to shop you. She has no money.
00:40:01Yeah, exactly. I mean, what are you doing here? Can't you just leave me alone?
00:40:05I wouldn't bat an eyelash if you just disappeared. I'm here for retail therapy.
00:40:10Oh, please. This store's for the A-list only. Not some cheapskate like you, says the woman who barged into my marriage.
00:40:18Hey, show some respect.
00:40:21Oh, wow. Typical Laura. Just 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 broke.
00:40:30Oh, please. Come on. We'll take the dress.
00:40:32Sir, this particular dress is not for sale.
00:40:35Uh, what do you mean you don't sell it? I want it. Name your price.
00:40:40It's not about the price, ma'am. This one was custom made for Miss Lewis, the Lewis Group heiress. The entire brand belongs to her. This beautiful dress is for display purposes only. Thank you.
00:40:51It wouldn't suit you anyway, Amber.
00:40:54What 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.
00:41:02Well, buying the whole store, allow me to purchase this dress.
00:41:06Oh, please. Don't you know that this store belongs to Lewis Group? We wouldn't sell it to someone like you.
00:41:16Amber, you're not even a branch manager yet. You don't get to speak on behalf of Lewis Group. Could you please tell me more about this dress?
00:41:24Of course. It was custom made for Laura Lewis, heiress to the Lewis Group Fortune. And stitched in Italy, naturally. And apparently there are many more like it. High-end stores and museums around the world from her private collection.
00:41:41Laura, do you like this dress?
00:41:44Of course. It's custom made for me. I'm just here to take what's already mine.
00:41:50Oh, 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.
00:42:01Miss, this dress is very delicate. If I may be frank, I don't think this would fit you properly.
00:42:09Are you calling me fat?
00:42:10Actually, on a second thought, why don't we just buy the whole brand? How's that sound?
00:42:17Sir, are you serious? You would just buy the entire brand for one dress?
00:42:22This brand is worth at least 50 million dollars. And to buy it for a waitress? Are you out of your mind?
00:42:29Yes. You see, even if you had the money, they wouldn't sell it to you.
00:42:33Just one second.
00:42:34Yes. This is Brian Shepard, CEO of Shepard Group. I'd like to speak with your head of acquisitions. I'm interested in purchasing your high fashion brand.
00:42:49What?
00:42:52Sorry, sir. That brand is not for sale.
00:42:56You see? If we can't have it, neither can you.
00:43:02Mr. Yates. Yes, this is Laura Lewis.
00:43:06I'm calling to discuss the sale of our high-end clothing brand to Shepard Group.
00:43:12Oh, come on. Calling the Lewis family butler won't get you anywhere, sweetie.
00:43:17Exactly. Come on, this is pathetic. You really think this is gonna work? It's sad.
00:43:21Excellent. Thank you, Mr. Yates. That's all.
00:43:25What? Are you willing to submit the brand?
00:43:42Awesome. Thank you.
00:43:47Hello? Yes?
00:43:50Wow. Yes, of course.
00:43:52Absolutely. Mm-hmm. Thank you.
00:43:56Uh, this store, along with the entire brand, has been sold to Mr. Shepard.
00:44:01The Shepard Group is the new owner. How may I be upstairs today, sir?
00:44:06Well, Laura, I don't know much about pressure.
00:44:10So I would like to give this brand to you.
00:44:12You can't be serious. You don't have the kind of money to buy this store.
00:44:17Don't listen to her, Brian.
00:44:18You two just go do whatever you do somewhere else.
00:44:22Oh.
00:44:23You're not welcome here. I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:30I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:33Of course.
00:44:35Oh, come on.
00:44:36Sir? Ma'am? You're afraid I'll have to ask you to leave?
00:44:39Well, we're not leaving, okay?
00:44:41Hey, hey, hey!
00:44:43This isn't over, Laura!
00:44:44Could I try the dress on now?
00:44:46Of course, Miss Lewis.
00:44:48You just follow me.
00:44:55Wow.
00:44:56Miss Lewis, this dress really was made for you.
00:45:03Laura, you look breathtaking in this dress.
00:45:07Brian, why would you do all of this for me?
00:45:13Laura, because you deserve everything beautiful in the world.
00:45:19And that includes this dress.
00:45:25Will you give us a chance to see where things could go?
00:45:29I...
00:45:31I need a moment.
00:45:33Perhaps we could talk some more about this after the investment meeting?
00:45:38Does that mean it could be a yes?
00:45:41Maybe.
00:45:42Hi.
00:45:56Hi.
00:45:59What?
00:46:01Well, well, well.
00:46:03Look who decided to join the party.
00:46:05Playing dress-up again, Laura?
00:46:07One more to suspect for remark towards Laura, Miss Smith.
00:46:09And you understand the meaning of rude.
00:46:12You threatening my girlfriend in front of everyone?
00:46:15For this.
00:46:16This gold digger.
00:46:18You know, Ben.
00:46:19I really cared about you.
00:46:20Even 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.
00:46:33Enough!
00:46:35I've had enough of this drama.
00:46:36Yeah, me too.
00:46:37Try that again, and you'll regret it.
00:46:41I'll get the hell out of my face.
00:46:43Let's see if you two even make it past the door.
00:46:45Yeah.
00:46:48I'm sorry, Miss Smith, but your name's not on the guest list.
00:46:51What?
00:46:52That's impossible.
00:46:54I was invited by the CEO himself.
00:46:56Unfortunately, neither Harrison Group or Smith Group.
00:47:02Your name is on the list.
00:47:04Looks like you two won't be getting let in after all.
00:47:07You don't have an invitation.
00:47:09You're just here because of Brian.
00:47:10Let me see this.
00:47:11This doesn't even look real.
00:47:12It's different from mine.
00:47:13Why don't you ask her if it's real?
00:47:14This appears to be a VIP invitation from the Vice President.
00:47:18Please, right this way.
00:47:19We can continue this discussion later.
00:47:20If you manage to get in.
00:47:21Sir?
00:47:22Madam?
00:47:23We recommend you leave.
00:47:24There you are!
00:47:25How dare you steal my fiancée?
00:47:26There you are!
00:47:27How dare you steal my fiancée!
00:47:29There you are!
00:47:30How dare you steal my fiancée!
00:47:31Looks like another relationship fights the dust, Laura?
00:47:38Looks like stealing men
00:47:40is a hobby of yours
00:47:42Get away from him!
00:47:49He's engaged to me!
00:47:51We will not be فيه
00:47:52� inside this situation!
00:47:54I'm sure it is a lot,
00:48:00He's engaged to me.
00:48:02Hey, hey, hey.
00:48:02Hold your horses, Gwen.
00:48:04That ended a long time ago.
00:48:06Engaged to you.
00:48:07Everyone in Maplewood knows what you did to Brian.
00:48:11Your relationship's history.
00:48:14That 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.
00:48:23Oh, honey.
00:48:24She don't recognize royalty, let alone a duke.
00:48:27She's just a maid, remember?
00:48:29I don't have time.
00:48:30For all this drama.
00:48:33Brian, let's head inside.
00:48:36Brian, how could you choose this cleaner over me?
00:48:42Are you really going to humiliate me in front of all of Maplewood?
00:48:45There's nothing left to say, Gwen.
00:48:46Don't make this a scene.
00:48:49Shall we?
00:48:55You okay, Miss Duke?
00:48:58And you are?
00:48:59Amber Smith.
00:49:00I'm the Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group.
00:49:04What branch?
00:49:04I've never heard of it.
00:49:05What do you want from me?
00:49:07That Laura!
00:49:08She 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.
00:49:17Please don't waste my time.
00:49:17Please don't waste my time.
00:49:26Yeah.
00:49:26I love you.
00:49:28Who has liked me?
00:49:30I love you too.
00:49:33Cool.
00:49:34I'm sorry.
00:49:36If I can't have Brian, neither can you. The 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?
00:50:01Good.
00:50:03I need your help with something.
00:50:05What is it? Anything for my little Chloe.
00:50:09It's Brian.
00:50:10Who's that woman? I thought you were...
00:50:13She's a con woman. She actually used to be a cleaner in his company.
00:50:18What? Are you saying Brian left you for a cleaner?
00:50:24Well, she's pretending to be a Louis to get close to him.
00:50:28What are you planning?
00:50:30I want to destroy Shepard Group.
00:50:35Anyway, I am terribly sorry about Chloe.
00:50:40I had no idea she would be so...
00:50:42intense.
00:50:44What do you mean?
00:50:48I mean, you so should have taken her up on her offer. I mean, you guys are just a power couple.
00:50:55I see what you're doing. Power couple, you say? More like a disaster waiting to happen.
00:51:06Anyway, shall we take a seat?
00:51:08Actually, Brian, my seat is...
00:51:11It's up there.
00:51:13Really?
00:51:14She doesn't deserve to sit there.
00:51:14Excuse me.
00:51:15This is my VIP invitation. I can sit wherever I like.
00:51:19Hey, what do you think you're doing?
00:51:20This is signed by all three VPs of Louis Group.
00:51:23Where did you get this? Who did you have to sleep with?
00:51:26That's enough. This is getting us nowhere. Laura is my guest. And I will not tolerate any kind of disrespect towards her. Got it?
00:51:45Mr. Shepherd, what do you see in that woman? Miss Duke is a perfect match for you. She's from a good family, beautiful and successful. What more could you ask for?
00:52:00That's a good question. Not much, actually. Honesty. That's what I want. And love. Things that clearly Chloe has no idea.
00:52:14I said I was sorry. What more do you want?
00:52:18I've watched Chloe grow up. She's like a daughter to me. I won't allow her to be spoken to like that.
00:52:29Anyway.
00:52:31One more chance, Brian. Let's forget all this nonsense.
00:52:36Do it, Mr. Shepherd. Propose. Right here. Right now.
00:52:41Brian?
00:52:44Is this how the Duke family handles business deals? By forcing a ring on someone?
00:52:52Do it, or you can kiss goodbye all future investments with the Duke family.
00:53:02Don't you dare. You're humiliating yourself.
00:53:06Don't you dare.
00:53:07Don't you dare. Do you really like this nobody from nowhere?
00:53:10Yes.
00:53:13I like her.
00:53:16But 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.
00:53:27Why would you choose someone like her?
00:53:29Exactly. This woman is Trevor. She doesn't belong here. Throw her out!
00:53:34You do realize that there is no investment meeting without me?
00:53:39Interesting turn of events.
00:53:42Perhaps it's time we shed some light on your mysterious past.
00:53:45Do you actually think that just because you have the name Laura, that you're the missing heiress, Laura Lewis?
00:53:53You know what? Maybe you're right, Chloe.
00:53:58Ridiculous. Is that what you've been telling everyone?
00:54:01I'm sure that the Duke family still values cooperation, but wow. Did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe?
00:54:13You have no right to talk to Miss Duke like that.
00:54:16That's enough. You don't get to talk here.
00:54:19You got mad, Shepard. You dare to go against Miss Duke.
00:54:22And the same applies to everyone else here. Anyone who insults Laura.
00:54:27Leave us with a black eye.
00:54:28She's willing to offend the chick for her.
00:54:31What kind of charm does she have?
00:54:33I want to be careful, Brian.
00:54:35Don'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?
00:54:42The Lewis Group isn't blacklisting anyone, especially not Shepard Group.
00:54:52Lewis Group RS? You?
00:54:55Don't make me laugh.
00:54:56Security! Remove these two impostors from the premises.
00:55:01Wait, Uncle Jones. Give Brian another chance. Choose, Brian.
00:55:06Me and the future you deserve, or this...fraught.
00:55:10Chloe, I have everything I ever wanted, right here.
00:55:18And I wouldn't trade all the power to Duke's home, Maplewood.
00:55:22Fine.
00:55:28Short the stock of the Shepard Group.
00:55:30What?
00:55:31You 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.
00:55:42Brian, you don't have to do this for me.
00:55:45Laura, I will never let anyone bully you, let alone them.
00:55:50Thank you, Brian, for believing in me, for protecting me.
00:56:00Now it's my turn to protect you.
00:56:03Listen carefully.
00:56:04I need you to protect the Shepard Group stock at all costs.
00:56:17Don't let it drop even one cent.
00:56:21Do you understand?
00:56:22Wow.
00:56:24Award-winning performance, Laura.
00:56:27But you can't possibly control the stock market.
00:56:30Want to 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.
00:56:46Deal.
00:56:56Well.
00:56:58Looks like your five minutes is up.
00:57:02Let's see how the Shepard stock is doing.
00:57:08What the?
00:57:10The Shepard Group stock prices?
00:57:12It'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.
00:57:28Shepard's stock price is being heavily supported.
00:57:31How did you do this?
00:57:33Like I said, Chloe,
00:57:36I'm Laura Lewis.
00:57:40No, you're not. You're just some cleaner.
00:57:41You don't have access to billions.
00:57:44Well.
00:57:46I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:53No.
00:57:55I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:57There is no way I'm apologizing to you.
00:58:00If things were the other way, would you be so quick to forgive me?
00:58:02Chloe?
00:58:04The truth is, everyone here has seen you be a bully.
00:58:11And a coward.
00:58:13And now, a sore loser.
00:58:16This is so humiliating for her.
00:58:20How did she manage that?
00:58:22Maybe she really is a Lewis.
00:58:24Apologize to Miss Lewis.
00:58:26Shut 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.
00:58:47You can't go there.
00:58:48That is the VIP section.
00:58:51Only those invited by the Lewis Group Vice Presidents get to sit there.
00:58:55Like I said, Chloe, that's my seat.
00:58:58Had a rumor floating around a few days ago.
00:59:08Seems Miss Lewis caused quite a scene at a signing ceremony between her ex and Mr. Shepherd, 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?
00:59:26Let go.
00:59:28It doesn't matter what happened.
00:59:29I chose 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.
00:59:39Someone so esteemed, even the Vice Presidents have to bow low.
00:59:46And how exactly, Mr. Jones?
00:59:51Are you so sure that I'm not that esteemed guest?
00:59:56That's Peter Young.
00:59:57Director of Business Affairs at Lewis Group.
01:00:03That's Peter Young.
01:00:04He decides which investments are they?
01:00:05Mr. 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.
01:00:12She's making a huge scene trying to claim the VIP seat.
01:00:16It's embarrassing.
01:00:17That seat's reserved for the Lewis Group VIP guest.
01:00:21Specifically the family heir.
01:00:23Please get off the stage.
01:00:25Oh yes.
01:00:27Mr. Young, was it?
01:00:29I think I remember you.
01:00:30You manage my family's investments.
01:00:33Don'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.
01:00:42I need to make one thing crystal clear.
01:00:45I am the heir of the Lewis family.
01:00:57This is ridiculous.
01:00:59You, the Lewis heir.
01:01:01Don't you know that Miss Lewis is a legend around here?
01:01:04You must be out of your mind trusting a complete stranger like this.
01:01:07Exactly.
01:01:08We ran a background check on her and it turns out she's just some cleaner that used to work for the Harrison Group.
01:01:14Before 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 imposter out of here. Everyone here is a witness.
01:01:28Why would any of you trust Laura?
01:01:31If any of you dares to harm her, you have to go through me first.
01:01:37Brian, she's just some nobody.
01:01:40She's just someone that the Harrison Group ditched.
01:01:43They didn't even want her.
01:01:45What exactly do you see in her?
01:01:47Escort this imposter out of here.
01:01:49Now.
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.
01:02:07Miss Lewis, sorry about the delay and for all the trouble you've had to put up with.
01:02:13It's no trouble, Mr. Yates. Luckily I haven't been alone.
01:02:18I'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.
01:02:34But you listened to lies without checking the facts.
01:02:37And almost called the police.
01:02:41Tell me, Mr. Young, who put you up to this?
01:02:46Was it my uncle or Ian Lewis?
01:02:51I knew it.
01:02:52I knew it.
01:02:56Consider 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.
01:03:18Oh, Chloe. I can't believe we're going through this again.
01:03:22I 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.
01:03:34So why don't you show it to everyone?
01:03:36Show us the ring!
01:03:40Show 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.
01:03:52I don't need any of your validation.
01:03:59There's a ring.
01:04:04Vice Presidents, I'm Chloe Duke of the Duke family.
01:04:08This woman is an imposter.
01:04:09Miss 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!
01:04:18This seat was always for Miss Lewis.
01:04:20She's the special guest we've been waiting for.
01:04:24The investment queen.
01:04:26The real heir to Lewis Group.
01:04:28Laura Lewis.
01:04:30She was a divorced host wife.
01:04:32A janitor. How can she?
01:04:33She can't be.
01:04:34It's a lie I'm telling you.
01:04:35It's a lie.
01:04:36Do you think we'd lie?
01:04:38We run Lewis Group.
01:04:41Oh, Chloe.
01:04:43You assaulted me earlier.
01:04:45And you came to this meeting to what?
01:04:48Sabotage it.
01:04:50You'll be hearing from our legal team.
01:04:52Is this true, Miss Duke?
01:04:53Did you try and sabotage this meeting?
01:04:56Yes.
01:04:58It's all true.
01:04:59She fooled us all.
01:05:01The Duke tricked us to keep Lewis Group out of Maplewood and control everything themselves.
01:05:05I had no idea.
01:05:07But I'm on your side.
01:05:09I can give you everything you need.
01:05:11All the resources in Maplewood.
01:05:13Miss Lewis.
01:05:14How would you like us to deal with this?
01:05:16An eye for an eye.
01:05:19Since Miss Duke here loves ruining things,
01:05:23I'll turn around.
01:05:25I'll turn around.
01:05:27I'll turn around.
01:05:28Miss.
01:05:29Miss Duke here loves ruining things.
01:05:34I'll target her precious Duke Industries.
01:05:39I want them bankrupt in ten minutes.
01:05:42You're bluffing.
01:05:44You're nobody.
01:05:45You'll always be a nobody.
01:05:46And you can't touch me.
01:05:48Then consider this a test, Chloe.
01:05:53I 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.
01:06:00You think you can destroy Maplewood's leading family with just the Shepard group?
01:06:06Please.
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.
01:06:33What did you do?
01:06:35Well, 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.
01:06:54They're hammering our shares.
01:06:56Are you sure it's just Shepard's?
01:06:58Yes!
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.
01:07:09When your company does go bankrupt, I'll buy it.
01:07:11I'll buy it.
01:07:12At a fire sale price.
01:07:13Your employees won't even be affected.
01:07:16Brilliant!
01:07:17A masterstroke, Ms. Lois.
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.
01:07:35These feelings you have for me.
01:07:38It's not love.
01:07:40It's obsession.
01:07:42Enough!
01:07:44If you don't want to ruin everything completely, you'll come with me.
01:07:47Right now.
01:07:49Chloe.
01:07:50Right now.
01:07:52Chloe!
01:07:58Chloe!
01:08:00This isn't over!
01:08:02Get out of me!
01:08:03What is going on here?
01:08:07What is going on here?
01:08:09Did they finally expose Laura's lies?
01:08:11Shepard 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.
01:08:19That can't be.
01:08:21What about us? That was our project.
01:08:23Remember, Laura teamed up with Brian.
01:08:25Harrison Group is practically out. We have no chance.
01:08:29We can't give up that easily.
01:08:30Remember, Ian Lewis himself appointed me as general manager.
01:08:34In a few days, he promised that he would let us meet with the new heir.
01:08:38You're right.
01:08:39If we can just meet with the new heir, we can bypass the Shepards and meet directly with the Lewis Group.
01:08:44We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:08:47That's right.
01:08:53Vice Presidents! Allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:08:59I'm sure I've met you before.
01:09:01Mr. Shepard, finally a pleasure to meet you.
01:09:04We've looked into your company's financial review.
01:09:07Very impressive.
01:09:10Thank you, bud.
01:09:12A large part of that success is next to Ms. Lewis.
01:09:16She practically saved me from disaster.
01:09:19Three times over now.
01:09:21Brian, 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.
01:09:33Sees it.
01:09:36A woman like Laura is not easy to find.
01:09:40Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:09:50Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:09:52Laura? Hardly.
01:09:54I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:09:59So you're Laura's uncle?
01:10:03In the flesh.
01:10:05So Laura really is your niece?
01:10:08Yes, little Laura.
01:10:10She just threw away her birthright about two, three years ago.
01:10:14Ran off and married a nobody from Maplewood.
01:10:17I think he was a Harrison.
01:10:19Now Laura's got the VPs and Mr. Yates on her side.
01:10:22Did you hear she's throwing a banquet in a few days to announce her official takeover?
01:10:26And 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.
01:10:40What if I fail?
01:10:42My family is already ruined.
01:10:43Yes, 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.
01:11:08Laura, my dear, welcome.
01:11:11Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:11:19Laura.
01:11:20So good to see you.
01:11:22And 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.
01:11:30I 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, I hate to think it would have happened to the company.
01:11:45Actually, Uncle Ian, from what I've heard, you've lost billions with some questionable investment decisions.
01:11:55Yes, 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.
01:12:09Oh, I'm so sorry, Laura. How clumsy of me.
01:12:15No, no worries, Uncle Ian. I'll just go to the restroom and get cleaned up.
01:12:20Of course. Right away, just down to the left.
01:12:30Use it wisely.
01:12:32Oh, I will.
01:12:33Hey, 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?
01:12:57Let's just say that I have my ways.
01:13:00Listen, Chloe. Don't hurt her. Please. I'll do anything.
01:13:08Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs. Now.
01:13:13Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:13:20Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:13:26Oh, 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.
01:13:35Yeah. 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.
01:13:48Laura! Laura! Where are you?
01:13:51Laura!
01:13:53Laura! Where are you?
01:13:56Laura! Laura, where are you?
01:13:58Laura!
01:14:04Gotcha.
01:14:07You weren't expecting that, were you?
01:14:19Finally.
01:14:21Looks like your little boyfriend got turned around.
01:14:23What the?
01:14:24Laura, where are you, Laura?
01:14:25Laura?
01:14:26Now go shut your mouth.
01:14:29Chloe.
01:14:30What 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 tram and destroyed my life!
01:14:38That's not true!
01:14:39You were the one who messed up!
01:14:41Brian!
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!
01:15:01And you're out of here!
01:15:02Chloe, kid that thing is a very serious event.
01:15:06They'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!
01:15:14You don't deserve him!
01:15:16What have you done?
01:15:18You've destroyed my life!
01:15:21My company, everything!
01:15:23Now I'm going to destroy your life!
01:15:26Forgive me!
01:15:27Your family ring now!
01:15:29Give it to me!
01:15:30What?
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...
01:15:40That'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!
01:15:51Something 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 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 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!
01:17:06I owe every word, Miss Lewis!
01:17:09Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:17:22This is crazy!
01:17:23Are we really sure we can do this?
01:17:24All these big companies here, it's crazy!
01:17:27Absolutely!
01:17:28The Lewis Group is under new leadership!
01:17:30We can talk to the heiress herself!
01:17:32Exactly!
01:17:33We 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, let's go!
01:17:40Yeah!
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!
01:17:56Now look, I'm not here for idle chatter!
01:18:03Good evening, ladies and gentlemen!
01:18:04Could I ask you all to be seated, please?
01:18:07Thank you!
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
01:18:39that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:18:42And, tragically, she hasn't made it.
01:18:45She has not survived.
01:18:49What?
01:18:50Laura Lewis is dead?
01:18:52It doesn't matter now, she's gone.
01:18:55Mr. 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!
01:19:07Who said that I'm dead?
01:19:10Laura!
01:19:11I don't understand.
01:19:17What's happening?
01:19:19Laura?
01:19:21But, weren'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 gotta stop this.
01:19:31If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:19:33I say this once.
01:19:34Back off then.
01:19:35Thank you for coming, everyone.
01:19:44As I'm sure you know, tonight, I officially reclaim my title as the CEO of Lewis Group.
01:19:55Perhaps...
01:19:57You could make some room for me.
01:19:59Uncle Ian?
01:20:00Impossible.
01:20:01How are you still alive?
01:20:03Well, clearly I am alive, and well.
01:20:05So, why don't we get this started?
01:20:07No.
01:20:08You're not the rightful heir.
01:20:11You gave that away when you married Ben Harrison.
01:20:13Uncle Ian, is that seriously your argument 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.
01:20:33Lewis Group will be perfectly fine without you.
01:20:35No.
01:20:36There 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.
01:20:54This?
01:20:55Yes.
01:20:56You think some shiny gold thing makes you the heir?
01:20:59Give it back.
01:21:00True leadership is about earning the respect of those around you.
01:21:07Not some stupid ring.
01:21:10Oh, my ring!
01:21:11Okay, John, where is it?
01:21:15My ring!
01:21:17Now, everyone, if I could have your attention.
01:21:20How dare you!
01:21:22Let me show you how a true heir earns a ring like that.
01:21:26Talk.
01:21:29Fucking awful.
01:21:31Fine.
01:21:32It was Ian Lewis.
01:21:34He said he helped juking distress if I kept you away from the bankers today.
01:21:40Oh, quite the spectacle, Mr Lewis.
01:21:43Security, escort him out.
01:21:46And Ian, don't fall over.
01:21:49It's all lies!
01:21:50It's all lies!
01:21:51Fakery!
01:21:52The proof is clear!
01:21:53Get him out of here!
01:21:54Now!
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.
01:22:09Luckily, 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.
01:22:26I'm proud to announce that we have secured a reliable partner.
01:22:35Shepherd Group.
01:22:36What?
01:22:37Laura, hold on.
01:22:38This was never my idea.
01:22:40This was all Kathy and Amber's fault.
01:22:41I 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.
01:22:52Just don't shut Harrison Group out.
01:22:54Just 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!
01:23:11Um, Mr Shepherd?
01:23:13Yes, 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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