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