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A hidden heiress returns to claim her rightful place, facing lies, revenge, and unexpected love.
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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.
00:05:54Sir.
00:05:55Laura Lewis' information.
00:05:57Huh?
00:05:58She's Ben Harrison's wife.
00:05:59No wonder why she wanted to depart with him.
00:06:00Actually sir, Ben Harrison just divorced her.
00:06:03Divorce him?
00:06:04Wait a minute.
00:06:05Don't you remember?
00:06:06She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:09Yeah.
00:06:10She saved our hiding there.
00:06:12Yeah.
00:06:13She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:15Yeah.
00:06:16She saved our hiding there.
00:06:18Don't you remember?
00:06:19Don't you remember?
00:06:20She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:23You've received our hiding now, remember?
00:06:26Why would Ben Harrison dump someone who just got him a hundred million dollar contract?
00:06:31I don't know.
00:06:33Let's get to the final news.
00:06:38Hey! What are you doing? Let go of me!
00:06:41You attacked Amber! Apologise this instant!
00:06:46You're stealing from the Harrisons.
00:06:48We 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, I want to say thank you properly for saving Shepard Group.
00:07:12It's really no worries, Mr. Shepard, but I'm just going through a divorce.
00:07:18You see, it's...
00:07:20Who are you, Laura'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?
00:07:43That's really interesting considering I thought you were the one that secured that contract for Ben.
00:07:49That's ridiculous. He doesn't look like that. My ring.
00:07:53Jason, give it back to Ms. Lewis.
00:07:55Oh, hey, what are you doing?
00:07:59Laura, let's get you out of here. Now.
00:08:02Hold on a minute, Laura. Who the heck is this man? Have you been sneaking around?
00:08:06It's a lie, ma'am. This is none of your business.
00:08:09All ragged 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.
00:08:21What? 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?
00:08:40Let'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?
00:08:52No, um, no. The event will proceed.
00:08:57Besides, I'll be there.
00:09:02There's a lot that I don't know about you, Laura.
00:09:05Who are you, truly?
00:09:07You'll find out, Mr. Shepard.
00:09:11Um, can you pull up over here, please?
00:09:17Mr. Yates, I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners.
00:09:23And we're going to have a meeting. An investment meeting.
00:09:27One week from today.
00:09:30Make sure everyone is there.
00:09:34Because after that meeting, I'm going to reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:09:40Oh, excellent, Ms. Lewis. I'll start making arrangements tomorrow.
00:09:45Ben Harrison, you're going to know exactly what it feels like to lose everything.
00:09:58After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City royalty.
00:10:03Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:10:07Laura, what are you doing here?
00:10:09Security, get that woman out of here. We don't need cleaners at this event.
00:10:14Why 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.
00:10:22A fancy dress doesn't make you high society, honey. Just get out.
00:10:26Don't tell me you've come looking for another rich man to play mistress for.
00:10:29You should have taken my $100,000 offer.
00:10:31Oh, Ben, do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:10:36Laura, 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.
00:10:49This contract is mine. To give or take away as I see fit.
00:11:02Don'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,
00:11:16but since you clearly don't deserve it...
00:11:46You really think ripping up that contract is going to help?
00:11:48You're so silly, Laura.
00:11:50Oh, please, honey. You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:54Security, get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:11:58I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds.
00:12:01And after careful consideration,
00:12:05I don't think the Harrison family is worthy of working with the Shepherds.
00:12:09You really think that the Shepard group and I could be torn up by something that you've done?
00:12:13You have no authority here.
00:12:15Of course she has the authority.
00:12:24That'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.
00:12:38There must be some sort of misunderstanding.
00:12:41There's no misunderstanding here, Mr. Harrison.
00:12:43This contract with Shepard group is officially terminated.
00:12:47Effective immediately.
00:12:51Wait a minute. This contract, I thought you said you got it.
00:12:54It's her. She ruined the contract.
00:12:57You are his mistress, aren't you?
00:12:59An affair? She had an affair with that man behind my son's back?
00:13:03Mom, please, it's okay. This man is...
00:13:06Don't touch me!
00:13:08That woman destroyed your career in front of everyone, has an affair, and you just stand there?
00:13:13You're a disgrace.
00:13:14An adulterer. You deserve to be ar-
00:13:16Shut up!
00:13:20Mr. Shepard, I apologize for this whole mess, but I can assure you, this woman has tricked you.
00:13:26Tricked? Why don't you answer a question yourself, then?
00:13:32What was my name before we got married?
00:13:36Laura Lewis, right?
00:13:38Lewis Group? The Financial Giants?
00:13:41There's no way a Lewis is connected to this.
00:13:45That's crazy. There's no way you're related to the Lewis family name. That's absurd.
00:13:50It's... it's... it's absurd!
00:13:55A high society heiress wouldn't waste their time in Maplewood!
00:13:59Yeah, yeah, it's a lie. It's a lie. This woman was a waitress when I met her.
00:14:03In fact, I saved her from a robbery three years ago.
00:14:07She's nothing special. She only married me out of gratitude.
00:14:10I was just a waitress. How convenient for your story, Ben.
00:14:15First time I met her, she was in need of waiters at the diner.
00:14:18Okay, listen up, everybody. When 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. Shepherd, that woman is my son's ex-wife. She's doing all this out of spite.
00:14:36She's lying, Mr. Shepherd.
00:14:38She's just a cleaning lady for your business, isn't she?
00:14:40Let'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.
00:14:55Don'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.
00:15:15You 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.
00:15:32Everything.
00:15:37Wait, wait, 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?
00:15:43I don't think so. You're a cleaner. You're a cleaner that cleans toilets.
00:15:47Nobody cares about you.
00:15:49Cleaning toilets or not, at least I have my self-respect.
00:15:53I don't need a fancy title or a rich husband to feel important.
00:16:02I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding. I 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.
00:16:15A janitor.
00:16:17Well, why don't we ask Miss Smith exactly how she landed that collaboration with Shepard?
00:16:25You did claim to have been the one that secured the deal, weren't you, Miss Smith?
00:16:29Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie. This woman, Laura, she's just a gold digger trying to trick you.
00:16:37I...but...well...
00:16:39A lie, you say?
00:16:41Miss Smith, I believe you mentioned securing this contract for Harrison Group.
00:16:45But I don't recognize you.
00:16:47Is this true, Miss Smith?
00:16:51Miss Lewis has helped me on several occasions.
00:16:53This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:16:58But the contract...I mean, Laura tore it up.
00:17:02So can't we just print another one and get this signing ceremony underway?
00:17:06Reprint it, Mr. Harrison.
00:17:09Perhaps you haven't been paying attention without Miss Lewis involvement.
00:17:13I wouldn't even consider partnering with your company.
00:17:16Today, I want to make it clear.
00:17:22Shepard Group has no plans to partner with Harrison Group in the future.
00:17:27Miss Smith, you lied to us. You destroyed everything.
00:17:33What? No, it's a misunderstanding. I can explain.
00:17:38Lewis? Lewis Family Group? This 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.
00:18:03Anyway, Shepard 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, this is not all on me.
00:18:37Not on you?!
00:18:38has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:42Indeed.
00:18:43Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:56What? What now?
00:18:59Mom, this is not all on me.
00:19:02Not on you? I was trying to help.
00:19:05She cheated on you with Shepard, flaunted their affair.
00:19:09Exactly. And those dresses?
00:19:12Who could afford those on a janitor's salary?
00:19:14Miss Smith, how could you do this?
00:19:17We trusted you completely.
00:19:19No, no. I got Ben the deal.
00:19:22I had no idea Shepard would fall for Bora.
00:19:25She's a liar.
00:19:27Stop it, Amber. You lied to us just as much as she did.
00:19:31Lied? You're on my side.
00:19:34And anyways, I have a plan.
00:19:37The Shepards are no one special.
00:19:39We can expose Laura in all her lies. Go national.
00:19:43We can make ourselves a household name.
00:19:47Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very important phone call to make.
00:19:51The Shepards of the Dead
00:19:53The Shepards of the Dead
00:19:54The Shepards of the Dead
00:19:55The Shepards of the Dead
00:19:56Thank you so much for tonight, Mr Shepard.
00:19:59Thank you as well for standing up for me.
00:20:01It's alright, Laura. You deserve the credit for all your hard work.
00:20:05Can I ask you something?
00:20:06Do you have any place to stay tonight?
00:20:08Maybe a hotel?
00:20:09Don't... Don't worry about me, Mr Shepard.
00:20:12I'll be fine.
00:20:13Um, excuse me, you can just drop me off.
00:20:16Actually, Laura, actually, Laura, there is something else.
00:20:20Would you consider going off for dinner sometime?
00:20:22Just casually, of course.
00:20:24Mr Shepard, are you asking me out?
00:20:28Please, call me Brian.
00:20:31And yes, technically you're single now.
00:20:35Yes, that may be true, but going out with a newly divorced ex-cleaner isn't exactly proper.
00:20:47Proper?
00:20:49Laura, I don't give a damn about appearances.
00:20:53Tonight, I saw your intelligence and your strength.
00:20:57Those are qualities I truly admire.
00:21:01So what are you saying? Dinner?
00:21:05Just two people getting to know each other.
00:21:11I'm sorry, Mr Shepard, I actually have another appointment tonight, so I can't...
00:21:16Wait, Laura...
00:21:17Just here is fine.
00:21:21Laura?
00:21:26Laura, who is it?
00:21:28Laura, wait!
00:21:30Jason, find out who owns that car.
00:21:33And do it fast.
00:21:43Ian 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.
00:21:52I don't know who you are, Miss Smith.
00:21:55How did you get this number?
00:21:57Don't worry about that right now.
00:21:59I believe I know someone impersonating Laura Lewis.
00:22:02Someone I know very well.
00:22:04Impersonating my niece?
00:22:07And where is this fake Laura?
00:22:11Right here in Maplewood.
00:22:13And let me tell you, she's causing quite a scene.
00:22:16Well, what is she doing exactly?
00:22:19And more to the point, what do you want from me?
00:22:23In the next few days, the Lewis Group will hold an investment meeting, right?
00:22:29I want to meet with the Vice Presidents.
00:22:31All will be revealed then.
00:22:34Very well.
00:22:35I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting.
00:22:38But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:22:40It won't be.
00:22:41Trust me, Mr Lewis.
00:22:42Thank you, Mr.
00:22:44That little rascal, Laura.
00:22:54I wonder what she's up to now.
00:22:57That car belongs to Mr Yeats, the Lewis family butler.
00:23:03Oh.
00:23:04The Lewis family?
00:23:05That's interesting.
00:23:06Could she be connected to them somehow?
00:23:07I'm not sure.
00:23:08Brian!
00:23:09There you are.
00:23:10I've missed you.
00:23:11Chloe.
00:23:12What are you up to?
00:23:13Chloe.
00:23:14What are you doing here?
00:23:15What do you mean?
00:23:16Can't I visit the man I love?
00:23:18We ended things for a reason.
00:23:20What are you up to?
00:23:21Chloe.
00:23:22What are you up to?
00:23:23Chloe.
00:23:24What are you doing here?
00:23:26What do you mean?
00:23:27Can't I visit the man I love?
00:23:30We ended things for a reason.
00:23:32It was just one teensy mistake.
00:23:35I was...
00:23:36I was a little bit tipsy.
00:23:38Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:23:40Teensy mistake, you say?
00:23:41You cheated on me.
00:23:47Is this your new fling?
00:23:49Ex-divorcey.
00:23:51Used a clean floor.
00:23:52It'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.
00:24:03An 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 Shepherd Group to stay afloat,
00:24:20you ought to be more careful.
00:24:22Seems like you've got more on your plate than Laura's secrets now.
00:24:32This is it.
00:24:33The Lewis Group Vice Presidents are on the top floor.
00:24:38Once I'm done speaking with them,
00:24:40I'll have Ben's company rolling in business investments.
00:24:43I'll go speak with them first, and then I'll introduce you.
00:24:46Well, well, well, look who it is.
00:24:51What a surprise.
00:24:52Did Brian teach you already?
00:24:54That's none of your business.
00:24:57Now move aside, please.
00:24:59Laura?
00:25:00Just what do you think you're doing, you street rat?
00:25:03You really think you can just ruin my events again?
00:25:05Haven't you ruined my life enough?
00:25:06Don't you have any shame?
00:25:07If you'll excuse me, I have an important meeting to get to.
00:25:11Oh, the nurse.
00:25:13After everything you've done,
00:25:14you 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 gonna 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.
00:25:36And you, idiot, believing every lie that she tells you.
00:25:40Wake up, Ben.
00:25:42Oh, Laura!
00:25:44Laura, come on.
00:25:45Why do you always pull this on me?
00:25:47I mean, seriously, can't you just let me enjoy one of my events for once?
00:25:51I know what this is.
00:25:53So stupid.
00:25:54Oh, such a 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.
00:26:03Amber got me a partnership with the Lewis Group.
00:26:06And unlike some people, I have a real invitation.
00:26:10Well, before you all start celebrating, why don't you take a look at this?
00:26:17Oh, that's rich.
00:26:23You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me.
00:26:26I spoke to Ian Lewis himself, CEO of Lewis Group.
00:26:30Speaking of Brian, where is he right now?
00:26:33You mean my uncle?
00:26:36Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:26:38Ian 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.
00:27:02Is there a special elevator for VIPs in this hotel?
00:27:09Not that I know of.
00:27:11See?
00:27:12She's lying.
00:27:13There you have it, Laura.
00:27:15Even the hotel staff can spot a fake.
00:27:17Go on.
00:27:18Get lost before things get worse.
00:27:22Here.
00:27:23Take this one.
00:27:24Lead me to the vice presidents.
00:27:26You 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!
00:27:46Security!
00:27:47We need this woman removed immediately.
00:27:48She is harassing me.
00:27:49We're done with your games, Laura.
00:27:51You're just a fraud.
00:27:52Man, play the movie.
00:27:53What?
00:27:54Hold on!
00:27:55Oh!
00:27:56Oh!
00:27:57He's a good boy!
00:27:58Brian Shepherd!
00:27:59You think money buys you the right to walk all over people?
00:28:02Well, it doesn't.
00:28:03Yeah.
00:28:04Wasn't enough to kick us out of Maplewood, was it, huh?
00:28:06What other plans do you have to destroy this time?
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?
00:28:18What affair been going on? You've been sleeping with her since she was married to my son.
00:28:22Hold on a second. An affair?
00:28:26You think Laura and I? You people are unbelievable.
00:28:32Mr. Carter, get down here ASAP. We have a situation.
00:28:36What, you think you can just boss the manager around now? Is that it?
00:28:40We'll stick around and watch you crash and burn.
00:28:42Miss Lewis, apologies for the delay. How can I help you this evening?
00:28:46Thank you, Mr. Carter, for getting down here so quickly.
00:28:50It seems there's a misunderstanding. These people don't think that I belong here.
00:28:56Well, Mr. Carter, I can assure you, this woman is a cleaner.
00:28:59A cleaner? Nonsense. I personally greeted Miss Lewis upon her arrival in Maplewood three years ago.
00:29:05Exactly. Lewis Group, my company, has some major investments planned here in Maplewood.
00:29:14I was just here investigating potential business opportunities.
00:29:18No, this woman doesn't know the difference between business and a hole in the ground.
00:29:22She's been this way since my son divorced her. She's insane.
00:29:25Actually, I met Laura three years ago at the coffee shop.
00:29:29She helped secure a profitable investment for Shepard Group.
00:29:33No! It's a lie! Mr. Shepard, she's tricking you too!
00:29:38You know, it's exhausting trying to argue with people who forget who helped them.
00:29:47Mr. Carter, would you mind showing me to the VIP elevator?
00:29:50Wait, is that why you're covering for her? Huh? Because of the affair? Because she slept with you?
00:29:55Excuse me? Of course.
00:29:56Who are you and how dare you speak to Miss Lewis that way?
00:29:59Enough of this. She's right. That's enough.
00:30:01Have you embarrassed yourself enough?
00:30:03This is Lewis Group property. Behave or I'll call security.
00:30:07But she doesn't even have a VIP entrance access. She shouldn't be here.
00:30:12Since you're having trouble understanding them, let me make it clear.
00:30:17This hotel is owned by the Lewis family.
00:30:20It's mine to come or go as I please.
00:30:29Thank you for stepping in, Brian. I owe you one. We'll talk about this later.
00:30:35Well, it seems that divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision, Mr. Embers.
00:30:48Come in!
00:30:50Excuse me, Vice Presidents. I'm Amber Smith, General Manager of the Lewis Group Maplewood Branch.
00:30:57I believe Ian Lewis told you about our meeting today?
00:31:00Maplewood Branch.
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.
00:31:19Expansion plans? Ms. 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.
00:31:37Perhaps you'd like to schedule a follow-up meeting with one of our staff?
00:31:40Maybe I can stay for this guest and offer some local...
00:31:42Ms. Smith, we'd like you to leave. If you don't, we'll call security.
00:31:46Hey, stop there. These elevators are VIP only. Pack, please.
00:31:58Of course. My apologies.
00:32:01Ms. Smith, please.
00:32:06Laura?
00:32:09Vice Presidents! It's so good to see all of you again.
00:32:13Ms. Lewis, it's been too long.
00:32:16Your return is a lifesaver, Ms. Lewis.
00:32:19The Lewis Group has floundered under your uncle's, well, shall we say, unconventional leadership.
00:32:25The board are begging you to come back, Ms. Lewis.
00:32:30Well, please sit.
00:32:32Yes, well, it is time for me to get my career back on track.
00:32:36We've got a meeting planned, a big one, in just a few days.
00:32:41Local powerhouses and smaller players, too.
00:32:46They'll all be there in one spot.
00:32:48Ms. Lewis, we met with an Amber Smith.
00:32:52She claimed your uncle appointed her general manager of a Maplewood branch for the Lewis Group.
00:32:59She said that, did she?
00:33:01Well, Ms. Smith is a liar.
00:33:03There is no Maplewood branch, at least not yet.
00:33:06She lied so blatantly, it was, it's unbelievable.
00:33:10Bob, don't worry.
00:33:11I found a much more suitable partner.
00:33:16Shepard Group.
00:33:17Shepard Group?
00:33:18Your rise to a public company has been impressive.
00:33:21Do 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.
00:33:34I've got plans for her.
00:33:38Ms. Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the meeting from us.
00:33:46Cheers.
00:33:47Cheers.
00:33:48Cheers.
00:33:58No, I'm not leaving.
00:33:59What are you talking about?
00:34:00No, come on.
00:34:01Wait!
00:34:02I'm Amber Smith.
00:34:03I'm the Lewis Group manager of Maplewood branch.
00:34:04What are you doing?
00:34:05These are my guests.
00:34:06Yeah, that's right.
00:34:07Tell them who we are.
00:34:08Yes, we were waiting for Ms. Smith.
00:34:09Lewis Group, Maplewood branch.
00:34:10No such thing, ma'am.
00:34:11And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:34:12Of course.
00:34:13Laura!
00:34:14She's probably sleeping with the manager as well.
00:34:15That's how she gets away with everything.
00:34:16You underestimate her, Kathy.
00:34:17She's probably sleeping with all three vice presidents.
00:34:18No way a girl like her could get into a hotel like this.
00:34:19Careful with your words.
00:34:20Both of you.
00:34:21Acquisitions like that can get you in serious trouble.
00:34:23Look who can't even get into a meeting.
00:34:24Whilst I secure three with all the vice presidents.
00:34:25And let's not forget the mystery guests that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:34:26Oh, no.
00:34:27Oh, no.
00:34:28Oh, no.
00:34:29Oh, no.
00:34:30Oh, no.
00:34:31Oh, no.
00:34:32Oh, no.
00:34:33Oh, no.
00:34:34Oh, no.
00:34:35Oh, no.
00:34:36Oh, no.
00:34:37Oh, no.
00:34:38Oh, no.
00:34:39Oh, no.
00:34:40Oh, no.
00:34:41Oh, no.
00:34:42Oh, no.
00:34:43Oh, no.
00:34:44Oh, no.
00:34:45Oh, no.
00:34:46Oh, no.
00:34:47The mystery guests that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:34:50Looks like she used you and tossed you aside.
00:34:52Used me?
00:34:53Unlike some people, I don't mind being helpful.
00:34:57You're so stupid.
00:34:58She threw you away like yesterday's trash.
00:35:01Don't worry, Brian.
00:35:02You deserve better.
00:35:04And let's not forget.
00:35:05I'm the new Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group.
00:35:08Appointed by the CEO of Lewis Group themselves, Ian Lewis.
00:35:12New branch manager, huh?
00:35:15Interesting.
00:35:16Laura Lewis?
00:35:18What are you doing here?
00:35:19Get out of here!
00:35:20You claim to be the mystery guest.
00:35:23Don't play games, Laura.
00:35:25I was formally invited by Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting.
00:35:29Only the top companies get those.
00:35:32Looks like you're all out of luck.
00:35:34Is that so?
00:35:35Well, 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.
00:35:46And I decide who goes to the meetings.
00:35:51Escort them out.
00:35:52What?
00:35:53Their visit is over.
00:35:54Oh, come on.
00:35:55This way.
00:35:56Please.
00:35:57I'm not leaving.
00:35:58Move.
00:35:59We're not leaving again.
00:36:00Move.
00:36:01Oh, no, no, no.
00:36:02We're not going.
00:36:03Now.
00:36:04Okay, bye.
00:36:05This isn't over, Laura.
00:36:06You'll see.
00:36:08Thanks for waiting, then.
00:36:12Laura, I'm glad you're okay.
00:36:16And thank you for defending me.
00:36:20I really appreciate it.
00:36:24Um, are you coming to the meeting?
00:36:28Yes, but it's going to be tricky.
00:36:34Why?
00:36:35Are you sure that Shepard Group got an invitation?
00:36:40Yes.
00:36:42Laura, there's something you should know.
00:36:46Is...
00:36:48Is this about Ben?
00:36:49Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems.
00:36:53He won't even get past security.
00:36:56Laura, it's not Ben.
00:36:59It's someone else.
00:37:02Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:37:06Yes.
00:37:09Her name is Chloe Duke.
00:37:12She is daughter of the Duke family.
00:37:16She's my ex-fiance.
00:37:19And, uh, let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:37:23And...
00:37:24Let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:37:30And for some reason, she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:35Moving on.
00:37:37And...
00:37:39You think that she's gonna cause problems at the meeting?
00:37:43For...
00:37:47Out of...
00:37:48Jealousy?
00:37:50There's a possibility.
00:37:52She's kind of jealous.
00:37:54Well...
00:37:56All the more reason for you to be there.
00:37:59So...
00:38:01I'll be there too.
00:38:05Laura...
00:38:07Would you consider being my guest at the meeting?
00:38:10What?
00:38:12Are you worried that this Chloe's gonna cause problems for me too?
00:38:16Maybe a little.
00:38:18But mostly...
00:38:20I wanna show them your team.
00:38:21Well...
00:38:22It's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard.
00:38:27Laura...
00:38:32I don't care about your best.
00:38:34I just want to be by your side.
00:38:36I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:42Ryan...
00:38:43I...
00:38:48I...
00:38:49I appreciate...
00:38:50Your honesty and...
00:38:52Right now...
00:38:53I...
00:38:54I'm just not...
00:38:55I...
00:38:56I just don't really have romance...
00:38:57On my mind...
00:38:58Right now...
00:38:59Just...
00:39:00With...
00:39:01With everything going on...
00:39:02And...
00:39:03Going on and...
00:39:04It's okay.
00:39:05I just want to be upfront.
00:39:08And if Chloe tries anything...
00:39:10You won't face her alone.
00:39:14There's just...
00:39:15One thing...
00:39:16I do need.
00:39:19What is it?
00:39:21A formal dress.
00:39:34Uh...
00:39:35Security!
00:39:36She doesn't belong here.
00:39:37This is a private store.
00:39:38Excuse me.
00:39:40We...
00:39:41Need some assistance.
00:39:42I'm looking for...
00:39:43A very particular dress.
00:39:47Wow.
00:39:48It's...
00:39:49Beautiful.
00:39:50It is.
00:39:51I'll try this one on.
00:39:52Uh...
00:39:53Don't bother with her.
00:39:54She can't afford anything here.
00:39:56She's just a cleaner.
00:39:57She doesn't deserve to shop you.
00:39:59She has no money.
00:40:02Yeah, exactly.
00:40:03I mean...
00:40:04What are you doing here?
00:40:05Can't you just leave me alone?
00:40:06I wouldn't bat an eyelash...
00:40:07If you just...
00:40:08Disappeared.
00:40:09I'm here for...
00:40:10Retail therapy.
00:40:11Oh, please.
00:40:12This store is for the A-list only.
00:40:14Not some cheatskate like you.
00:40:16Says the woman who barged into my marriage.
00:40:19Hey!
00:40:20Show some respect.
00:40:21Oh, wow.
00:40:22Typical Laura.
00:40:23Just thinks she can buy anything she wants with someone else's money.
00:40:26I would have asked you, but...
00:40:28Without me, I'm sure you're already booked.
00:40:30Oh, please.
00:40:31Come on.
00:40:32We'll take the dress.
00:40:33Sir, this particular dress is...
00:40:35Not for sale.
00:40:36Uh...
00:40:37What do you mean you don't sell it?
00:40:38I want it!
00:40:39Name your price.
00:40:41It's not about the price, ma'am.
00:40:43This one was custom made for Miss Lewis.
00:40:45The Lewis Group heiress.
00:40:46The entire brand belongs to her.
00:40:48This beautiful dress is for display purposes only.
00:40:52It wouldn't suit you anyway, Amber.
00:40:55What are you talking about?
00:40:56Of course it would suit her.
00:40:57It would fit her just fine.
00:40:59And if it wouldn't fit me, it certainly wouldn't fit your chunky self either.
00:41:03Well, buying the whole store.
00:41:05Allow me to purchase this dress.
00:41:11Oh, please.
00:41:12Don't you know that this store belongs to Lewis Group?
00:41:14We wouldn't sell it to someone like you.
00:41:16Amber, you're not even a branch manager yet.
00:41:19You don't get to speak on behalf of Lewis Group.
00:41:22Could you?
00:41:23Please tell me more about this dress.
00:41:24Of course.
00:41:25It was custom made for Laura Lewis, heiress to the Lewis Group Fortune.
00:41:31And stitched in Italy, naturally.
00:41:34And apparently there are many more like it.
00:41:36High-end stores and museums around the world from her private collection.
00:41:41Laura, do you like this dress?
00:41:45Of course.
00:41:46It's custom made for me.
00:41:47I'm just here to take what's already mine.
00:41:51Oh, you can't be serious.
00:41:53There must be millions of Laura Lewis's out there in the world.
00:41:56Fine, fine.
00:41:57If it's not for sale, can't I at least try it on?
00:42:00It would look incredible on me.
00:42:02Miss, this dress is very delicate.
00:42:05If I may be frank, I don't think this would fit you properly.
00:42:10Are you calling me fat?
00:42:11Actually, on a second thought, why don't we just buy the whole brand?
00:42:16How's that sound?
00:42:17Sir, are you serious?
00:42:18You would just buy the entire brand for one dress?
00:42:22This brand is worth at least $50 million.
00:42:25And to buy it for a waitress?
00:42:28Are you out of your mind?
00:42:30Yes.
00:42:31You see, even if you had the money, they wouldn't sell it to you.
00:42:34Just one second.
00:42:38Yes, this is Brian Shepherd, CEO of Shepherd Group.
00:42:41I'd like to speak with your head of acquisitions.
00:42:44I'm interested in purchasing your high fashion brand.
00:42:50What?
00:42:53Sorry, sir.
00:42:54That brand is not for sale.
00:42:57You see?
00:42:58If we can't have it, neither can you.
00:43:03Mr. Yates.
00:43:04Yes, this is Laura Lewis.
00:43:07I'm calling to discuss the sale of our high-end clothing brand to Shepherd Group.
00:43:13Oh, come on.
00:43:14Calling the Lewis family butler won't get you anywhere, sweetie.
00:43:18Exactly.
00:43:19This is pathetic.
00:43:20You really think this is going to work?
00:43:21It's sad.
00:43:22Excellent.
00:43:24Thank you, Mr. Yates.
00:43:25That's all.
00:43:32Yes?
00:43:37What?
00:43:38Are you willing to summit the brand?
00:43:41Hello?
00:43:42Yes?
00:43:43Wow.
00:43:44Yes, of course.
00:43:45Absolutely.
00:43:47Hello?
00:43:48Yes?
00:43:49Wow.
00:43:50Yes, of course.
00:43:51Absolutely.
00:43:53Uh, this store, along with the entire brand, has been sold to Mr. Shepherd.
00:44:02The Shepherd Group is the new owner.
00:44:04How may I be up serious today, sir?
00:44:05Well, Laura, I don't know much about pressure, so I would like to give this brand to you.
00:44:13You can't be serious.
00:44:14You don't have the kind of money to buy this store.
00:44:15You don't have the kind of money to buy this store.
00:44:17Don't listen to her, Brian.
00:44:20You two just go do whatever you do somewhere else.
00:44:23You're not welcome here.
00:44:24I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:31I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:33Of course.
00:44:36Oh, come on.
00:44:37Sir?
00:44:38Ma'am?
00:44:39You're afraid I'll have to ask you to leave?
00:44:40Well, we're not leaving.
00:44:41Okay?
00:44:42Hey, hey, hey!
00:44:43This isn't over, Laura!
00:44:45Could I try the dress on now?
00:44:46Of course, Miss Lewis.
00:44:48You just follow me.
00:44:54Wow.
00:44:55Miss Lewis, this dress really was made for you.
00:45:01Laura, 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, and that includes this dress.
00:45:26Will you give us a chance to see where things could go?
00:45:30I...
00:45:31I need a moment.
00:45:33Perhaps we could talk some more about this after the investment meeting?
00:45:39Does that mean it could be a yes?
00:45:42Maybe.
00:45:48Hi.
00:45:54What?
00:45:55Well, well, well.
00:45:56Look who decided to join the party.
00:45:57Playing dress up again, Laura?
00:45:58One more disrespectful remark towards Laura, Miss Smith.
00:45:59And you understand the meaning of rude.
00:46:00You threatening my girlfriend in front of everyone?
00:46:01For this.
00:46:02This gold digger.
00:46:03You know, Ben, I really cared about you.
00:46:04Even after all the horrible things you said to me after our divorce.
00:46:05I know the name of a great psychologist in New York.
00:46:09Maybe the shrinks in Maplewood aren't equipped to deal with your issues.
00:46:10Enough!
00:46:11I've had enough of this drama.
00:46:12Yeah, me too.
00:46:13Try that again.
00:46:14And you'll regret it.
00:46:15I'll get the hell out of my face.
00:46:28You're just going to be like, what's this?
00:46:36of this drama. Yeah, me too. Try that again and you'll regret it. I'll get the hell on my face.
00:46:44Let's see if you two even make it past the door. Yeah.
00:46:48I'm sorry, Miss Smith, but your name's not on the guest list. What? That's impossible.
00:46:54I was invited by the CEO himself.
00:46:59Unfortunately, neither Harrison Group or Smith Group, your name is on the list.
00:47:03Looks like you two won't be getting let in after all. You don't have an invitation. You're just here
00:47:10because of Brian. Let me see this. This doesn't even look real. It's different from mine. Why don't you
00:47:19ask her if it's real? This appears to be a VIP invitation from the Vice President.
00:47:26Please, right this way. We can continue this discussion later. If you manage to get in.
00:47:38Sir? Madam? We recommend you leave.
00:47:43There you are! How dare you steal my fiance!
00:47:46There you are! How dare you steal my fiance! Looks like another relationship fights the dust, Laura.
00:47:56Looks like stealing men is a hobby of yours. Get away from him! He's engaged to me!
00:48:01Hey, hey, hey. Hold your horses, Glenn. That ended a long time ago.
00:48:05Engaged to you. Everyone in Maplewood knows what you did to Brian. Your relationship's history.
00:48:12That was just a little tiff. You really think that could tear us apart?
00:48:19Don't you know who I am? Don't pretend like you don't know.
00:48:23Oh, honey. She don't recognize royalty, let alone a duke. She's just a maid, remember?
00:48:29I don't have time for all this drama. Brian? Let's head inside.
00:48:35Brian? How could you choose this cleaner over me? Are you really going to humiliate me in front of all of Maplewood?
00:48:45There's nothing left to say, Goyne. Don't make this a scene. Shall we?
00:48:49You okay, Miss Duke? And you are?
00:48:59Amber Smith. I'm the Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group.
00:49:04What branch? I've never heard of it. What do you want from me?
00:49:07That Laura! She tore up my invitation. Do 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.
00:49:28If I can't have Brian, neither can you. The Duke family has more influence than you think.
00:49:55Chloe! Good to see you. I've been expecting you.
00:49:59Uncle Jones, how are you? I need your help with something.
00:50:05What is it? Anything for my little Chloe.
00:50:08It'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.
00:50:17What? Are you saying Brian left you for a cleaner?
00:50:23Well, she's pretending to be a Louis to get close to him.
00:50:28What are you planning?
00:50:31I want to destroy Shepard Group.
00:50:36Anyway, I am terribly sorry about Chloe.
00:50:39I had no idea she would be so... intense.
00:50:47What do you mean? You so should have taken her up on her offer. I mean, you guys are just...
00:50:55Power couple.
00:50:56I 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... is up there.
00:51:13Really?
00:51:15She doesn't deserve to sit there.
00:51:18Excuse me.
00:51:19This is my VIP invitation. I can sit wherever I like.
00:51:25Hey, what do you think you're doing?
00:51:26This is signed by all three VPs of Louis Group.
00:51:30Where did you get this? Who did you have to sleep with?
00:51:34That's enough. This is getting us nowhere.
00:51:39Laura is my guest and I will not tolerate any kind of disrespect towards her. Got it?
00:51:48Mr. Shepard, what do you see in that woman?
00:51:52Miss Duke is a perfect match for you. She's from a good family, beautiful and successful.
00:51:59What more could you ask for?
00:52:01That's a good question. Not much, actually.
00:52:05Honesty. 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.
00:52:23I 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. Shepard. Propose right here, right now.
00:52:42Brian?
00:52:45Is this how the Duke family handles business deals?
00:52:49By forcing a ring on someone?
00:52:53Do it or you can kiss goodbye all future investments with the Duke family.
00:52:59Don't you dare. You humiliate yourself.
00:53:07How dare you? Do you really like this nobody from nowhere?
00:53:10Yes.
00:53:13I like her.
00:53:15But I can't imagine someone like her interesting in me.
00:53:18The truth is, I wouldn't be here where I am today without her.
00:53:25Why would you choose someone like her?
00:53:28Exactly. 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. Perhaps 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?
00:53:52You know what? Maybe you're right, Chloe.
00:53:57How ridiculous? Is that what you've been telling everyone?
00:54:01I'm sure that the Duke family still values cooperation, but wow.
00:54:08Did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe?
00:54:12You have no right to talk to Miss Duke like that.
00:54:15That's enough. You don't get to talk here.
00:54:18You got mad, Shepard. You dare to go against Miss Duke.
00:54:21And 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 defend the chick for her.
00:54:30What kind of charm does she have?
00:54:32I want to be careful, Brian. Don't forget that this entire hotel chain is owned by the Lewis Group.
00:54:38Are you willing to get blacklisted for this public tantrum?
00:54:41The Lewis Group isn't blacklisting anyone, especially not Shepard Group.
00:54:51Lewis Group RS? You? Don't make me laugh.
00:54:57Security, remove these two imposters from the premises.
00:55:00Wait, Uncle Jones. Give Brian another chance. Choose, Brian.
00:55:06Me and the future you deserve. Or this...fraught.
00:55:12Chloe, I have everything I ever wanted, right here.
00:55:18In a wooden trade of all the power the Duke's home in Maplewood.
00:55:22Fine.
00:55:28Short the stock of the Shepard Group.
00:55:30What?
00:55:30You forced my hand, Brian. Now Shepard Group is ruined.
00:55:37The Duke family, they can't be serious.
00:55:40Shepard Group is doomed.
00:55:41Brian, you don't have to do this for me.
00:55:46Laura, I will never let anyone bully you, let alone them.
00:55:51Thank you, Brian, for believing in me, for protecting me.
00:56:00Now it's my turn to protect you.
00:56:09Listen carefully.
00:56:10I need you to protect the Shepard Group stock at all costs.
00:56:16Don't let it drop even one cent. Do you understand?
00:56:23Well, award-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,
00:56:42you owe me a public apology.
00:56:51Deal.
00:56:56Well, looks like your five minutes is up.
00:57:01Let's see how the Shepard stock is doing.
00:57:04What the?
00:57:09The Shepard Group stock prices? It's going up.
00:57:13This can't be happening. It must be a coincidence.
00:57:22Why didn't you short the stock like I asked?
00:57:25There was a huge investment. We couldn't compete.
00:57:27Shepard's stock price is being heavily supported.
00:57:31How did you do this?
00:57:32Like I said, Chloe, I'm Laura Lewis.
00:57:39No, you're not. You're just some cleaner. You don't have access to billions.
00:57:43Well, I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:53No, I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:56There is no way I'm apologizing to you.
00:57:58If things were the other way, would you be so quick to forgive me, Chloe?
00:58:03The truth is, everyone here has seen you be a bully and a coward and now a sore loser.
00:58:15This 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.
00:58:27Shut up. Don'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. Let'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. That is the VIP section.
00:58:50Only those invited by the Lewis Group vice presidents get to sit there.
00:58:55Like I said, Chloe, that's my seat.
00:59:04Had a rumor floating around a few days ago.
00:59:07Seems Miss Lewis caused quite a scene at a signing ceremony between her ex and Mr. Shepard, wasn't it?
00:59:16Are you planning another outburst, Laura?
00:59:18Is this how you charm all your men?
00:59:21Shall we?
00:59:21My pleasure.
00:59:24What 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.
00:59:34Don't be absurd.
00:59:35That 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?
00:59:55Wait, that's Peter Young, director of business affairs at Lewis Group.
01:00:03Ask Peter Young.
01:00:04He decides which investments are they?
01:00:05Mr. Young, it's Chloe Duke, head of Duke Industries.
01:00:08So 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.
01:00:15It'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.
01:00:26Mr. Young, was it?
01:00:29I think I remember you.
01:00:30You manage my family's investments.
01:00:35Don't pretend like you know what's going on.
01:00:36Mr. Young, please 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.
01:00:49I am the heir of the Lewis family.
01:00:54This 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
01:01:13Harrison Group.
01:01:14Before that, a cashier in my family's supermarket.
01:01:18See, Brian?
01:01:19This is who you've been chasing after.
01:01:21A liar and a cheat.
01:01:22Security, get this imposter out of here.
01:01:26Everyone here is a witness.
01:01:27Why would any of you trust Laura?
01:01:31If any of you dares to harm her, you have to go through me first.
01:01:36Brian, she's just a nobody.
01:01:40She's just someone that the Harrison Group ditched.
01:01:43They didn't even want her.
01:01:44What exactly do you see in her?
01:01:46Escort this imposter out of here.
01:01:48Now.
01:01:49I'm Peter.
01:01:52Peter, 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.
01:02:12It's no trouble, Mr. Yates.
01:02:16Luckily, I haven't been alone.
01:02:17I've had the great company of my very loyal friend.
01:02:23Wait a minute, she's Miss Lewis.
01:02:26Is this a joke?
01:02:26Mr. 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.
01:02:39And almost called the police.
01:02:42Tell me, Mr. Young, who put you up to this?
01:02:46Was it my uncle or Ian Lewis?
01:02:52I knew it.
01:02:52I knew it.
01:02:56Consider this your termination.
01:03:00I get it now.
01:03:01This is all an act, right?
01:03:03But, Chloe, what are you doing?
01:03:04We still want to work with the Lewis family.
01:03:06Work with them?
01:03:07Are you blind?
01:03:08This woman is clearly having an affair with this old man.
01:03:11That's enough, young lady.
01:03:13You've got no right to disrespect the head of the Lewis Group.
01:03:16Oh, Chloe, I can't believe we're going through this again.
01:03:21I think you need some professional help.
01:03:25Maybe I could make you an appointment with a great psychiatrist.
01:03:28Chloe, that's enough.
01:03:29It is ridiculous.
01:03:30If you were really the Lewis family heir, you would have the ring.
01:03:34So why don't you show it to everyone?
01:03:35Show us the ring!
01:03:40Why don't you show that to everyone?
01:03:42Show us the ring!
01:03:44Show us the ring!
01:03:45Who are you to make demands of me?
01:03:48I don't answer to anyone but myself.
01:03:52I don't need any of your validation.
01:03:58Oh, there's a ring.
01:04:03Vice Presidents, I'm Chloe Duke of the Duke family.
01:04:07This 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?
01:04:15Get her out of here!
01:04:16This seat was always for Miss Lewis.
01:04:20She's the special guest we've been waiting for.
01:04:23The investment queen.
01:04:25The real heir to Lewis Group.
01:04:28Laura Lewis.
01:04:30She was a divorced host wife.
01:04:31A janitor.
01:04:32How can she?
01:04:33She can't be.
01:04:34It's a lie.
01:04:34I'm telling you, it's a lie.
01:04:36Do you think we'd lie?
01:04:38We run Lewis Group.
01:04:41Oh, Chloe.
01:04:42You assaulted me earlier.
01:04:45And you came to this meeting to what?
01:04:48Sabotage it.
01:04:51You'll be hearing from our legal team.
01:04:56Is this true, Miss Duke?
01:04:57Did you try and sabotage this meeting?
01:04:59Yes, it's all true.
01:05:02She fooled us all.
01:05:04The Duke tricked us to keep Lewis Group out of Maplewood and control everything themselves.
01:05:10I had no idea.
01:05:11But I'm on your side.
01:05:13I can give you everything you need.
01:05:16All the resources in Maplewood.
01:05:17Miss Lewis, how would you like us to deal with this?
01:05:21An eye for an eye.
01:05:27Since Miss Duke here loves ruining things, I'll target her precious Duke Industries.
01:05:39I want them bankrupt in 10 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.
01:05:52I didn't need my family's support with Shepard, and I certainly don't need it now.
01:05:57Chloe, you dug your own grave.
01:06:00You think you can destroy Maplewood's leading family with just the Shepard group?
01:06:05Please.
01:06:09We'll see.
01:06:14Dad?
01:06:16Slow down.
01:06:17What are you talking about?
01:06:20No.
01:06:22It's impossible.
01:06:24Chloe, what have you done?
01:06:26Years of hard work.
01:06:27Destroyed in minutes.
01:06:28What did you do?
01:06:35Well, Chloe, isn't this what you wanted?
01:06:40To give me a little taste of destruction?
01:06:42This is impossible.
01:06:45It's impossible.
01:06:46Chloe, what 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.
01:06:55Are you sure it's just Shepard?
01:06:58Yes!
01:06:59Shareholders are dumping our stock like it's a hot potato.
01:07:03We could go bankrupt.
01:07:05You've ruined everything.
01:07:06Don't worry, Mr. Duke.
01:07:08When your company does go bankrupt, I'll buy it.
01:07:12At a fire sale price.
01:07:13Your employees won't even be affected.
01:07:15Brilliant.
01:07:16A master's showcase, Louis.
01:07:20Now, this is my event.
01:07:23Please leave.
01:07:25Brian, I did this for us.
01:07:27Everything I did, I did for us, Brian.
01:07:32Chloe, you need help.
01:07:35These feelings you have for me, it's not love.
01:07:40It's obsession.
01:07:42Enough.
01:07:43If you don't want to ruin everything completely, you'll come with me.
01:07:46Right now.
01:07:47Chloe.
01:07:48Right now.
01:07:50This isn't Arma!
01:07:59Lara!
01:07:59This isn't Arma!
01:08:01Get out of me!
01:08:03What is it?
01:08:03What?
01:08:04Can you hear me?
01:08:07What is going on here?
01:08:09Did they finally expose Laura's lies?
01:08:11Shepard Group.
01:08:12They're the new partner that's partnering up with Lewis Group from Maplewood.
01:08:16And they're handling all future construction projects.
01:08:19That can't be.
01:08:21What about us?
01:08:21That was our project.
01:08:22Remember, Laura teamed up with Brian.
01:08:24The Harrison Group is practically out.
01:08:27We have no chance.
01:08:28We 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
01:08:43Lewis Group.
01:08:44We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:08:49That's right.
01:08:49I'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.
01:09:08Very impressive.
01:09:10Thank you, bud.
01:09:12A large part of that success is thanks to Ms. Lewis.
01:09:16She practically saved me from disaster.
01:09:19Three times over now.
01:09:20Brian, you can just call me Laura.
01:09:23Ms. Lewis's recommendation is very telling, Mr. Shepard.
01:09:28Perhaps today clarifies everything.
01:09:30Mr. Shepard, this opportunity is gone.
01:09:34Seized.
01:09:36A woman like Laura is not easy to find.
01:09:39Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:09:49Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:09:51Laura?
01:09:53Hardly.
01:09:54I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:09:58So you're Laura's uncle?
01:10:03In the flesh.
01:10:05So Laura really is your niece?
01:10:07Yes, little Laura.
01:10:10She just threw away her birthright about two, three years ago, ran off and married a nobody
01:10:16from 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.
01:10:36We need you to relinquish my ring.
01:10:40What if I, what if I fail?
01:10:42My family is already ruined.
01:10:44Yes, 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.
01:10:55Laura's got the VPs and Brian on her side.
01:10:58How can I possibly get the ring?
01:11:00There is a way, you know, that we can make Laura relinquish and give up that ring willingly.
01:11:09Laura, my dear, welcome.
01:11:11Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:11:18Laura.
01:11:19So good to see you.
01:11:21And you, it's been too long, two, three years perhaps.
01:11:26How have you been?
01:11:27I've been well, Uncle Ian.
01:11:29Thank you for asking.
01:11:31I see you've been busy keeping Lewis Group afloat.
01:11:35Yes.
01:11:35Kind of been easy.
01:11:36Indeed, somebody had to.
01:11:38I mean, after you left me with everything to do, without a safe pair of hands,
01:11:43I 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.
01:11:54Yes, minor mistakes, minor.
01:11:56Don't worry, Uncle Ian, I won't hold it against you.
01:12:00Oh, good.
01:12:03Well, cheers to you coming back here.
01:12:06And the Lewis Group.
01:12:09Oh, I'm so sorry, Laura.
01:12:13How clumsy of me.
01:12:14Uh, no, no worries, Uncle Ian.
01:12:16I, I'll just go to the restroom and get cleaned up.
01:12:20Um, of course.
01:12:22Right away, just down to the left.
01:12:28Use it wisely.
01:12:32Oh, I will.
01:12:48Hey, Laura.
01:12:49How's that?
01:12:50Hello, Brian.
01:12:51Your little girlfriend is with me now.
01:12:53Chloe, how in the hell did you get Laura's phone?
01:12:58Let's just say that I have my ways.
01:13:01Listen, Chloe.
01:13:03Don't hurt her.
01:13:04Please.
01:13:06I'll do anything.
01:13:09Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs.
01:13:12Now.
01:13:14Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:13:17Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:13:25Oh, thank goodness you've cleared up.
01:13:27I am sorry.
01:13:28How clumsy.
01:13:29And don't forget your phone.
01:13:30I retrieved it for you.
01:13:31Oh, thank you.
01:13:32Oh, I'll go again.
01:13:33Lovely to see you again.
01:13:35Yeah.
01:13:35I 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.
01:13:43Looking forward to it.
01:13:47Laura!
01:13:48Laura!
01:13:49Where are you?
01:13:50Where are you?
01:13:51Laura!
01:13:53Laura!
01:13:54Where are you?
01:13:56Laura!
01:13:57Laura, where are you?
01:14:04Gotcha.
01:14:07You weren't expecting that, were you?
01:14:08Finally.
01:14:20Looks like your little boyfriend got turned around.
01:14:23What the?
01:14:24Laura, where are you?
01:14:24Laura?
01:14:25Laura?
01:14:26Go shut your mouth.
01:14:28Chloe.
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 tramp and destroyed my life!
01:14:37That's not true.
01:14:38You were the one who messed up!
01:14:40Brian!
01:14:41Laura!
01:14:44Stay where you are.
01:14:46You better come alone.
01:14:49Shut this knife, Chloe.
01:14:50This is insane!
01:14:51Insane?
01:14:53I did this for us, Brian!
01:14:56We were meant to be together.
01:14:58Us?
01:14:59You've gone crazy!
01:15:01And you're out of here.
01:15:02Chloe, kidnapping 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?
01:15:12All I care about is tearing you two apart.
01:15:14You don't deserve him.
01:15:17What you've done?
01:15:18You've destroyed my life!
01:15:21My company, everything!
01:15:23Now I'm going to destroy your life.
01:15:26Give me your family ring now.
01:15:28Give it to me!
01:15:30This is about the ring.
01:15:31I'm going to destroy your family ring now.
01:15:33Did my Uncle Ian put you up to this?
01:15:36You know, Chloe, trying to kill me, that's foolish.
01:15:42Because who do you think is going to win?
01:15:44You, that will matter, or me, something a little bit more persuasive.
01:16:01Freeze!
01:16:01Don't move anyone.
01:16:06Don't move.
01:16:08You're about to be arrested for kidnapping.
01:16:10Miss Lewis, having 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.
01:16:31Chloe, I don't have a problem with you.
01:16:35But if you don't talk, your beloved Duke Industries might run into some.
01:16:42Well, I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:16:45So the choice is yours, Chloe.
01:16:47Talk, or face the consequences.
01:16:50Fine.
01:16:51It was Ian Lewis.
01:16:54He said he'd help Duke Industries if I kept you away from the bankroom today.
01:16:57Did you get all of that, Mr. Yates?
01:17:01I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:17:06Oh, every word, Miss Lewis.
01:17:08Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:17:22This is crazy.
01:17:22Are we really sure we can do this?
01:17:24All these big companies here, it's crazy.
01:17:26Absolutely.
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.
01:17:38You can introduce us.
01:17:39Let'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?
01:18:07The 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.
01:18:25Look, everybody, attention.
01:18:27Attention, please.
01:18:30There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:18:35I just got noticed from a phone call a couple of minutes ago that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:18:42And tragically, she hasn't made it.
01:18:44She has not survived.
01:18:49What?
01:18:50Laura Lewis is dead?
01:18:53It doesn't matter now.
01:18:54She'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.
01:19:04Hold on.
01:19:07Who said that I'm dead?
01:19:10Laura.
01:19:15I don't understand.
01:19:17What's happening?
01:19:19Laura?
01:19:20But weren't you-
01:19:21My apologies for the delay, everyone.
01:19:25There seems to be some misunderstanding.
01:19:28Laura, what are you doing here?
01:19:30You've got to stop this.
01:19:31If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:19:33I'll say this once.
01:19:35Back off, then.
01:19:41Thank 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 you could make some room for me, Uncle 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, you're not the rightful heir.
01:20:11You gave that away when you married Ben Harrison.
01:20:15Uncle 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, there can only be one heir, and that's me. And the rightful heir has possession of this.
01:20:43You think a ring makes an heir? You're even more foolish than I could have ever imagined.
01:20:50Give that back to me.
01:20:52This.
01:20:53Yes.
01:20:54You think some shiny gold thing makes you the heir?
01:20:59Give it back.
01:20:59True leadership is about earning the respect of those around you.
01:21:06Not some stupid ring.
01:21:10Oh, my ring?
01:21:11Okay, John, where is it?
01:21:15My ring?
01:21:16Oh, the f-
01:21:17Now, everyone, if I could have your attention.
01:21:19I'll tell you.
01:21:21Let me show you how a true heir earns a ring like that.
01:21:29Talk.
01:21:31Fine.
01:21:32It was Ian Lewis.
01:21:34He said he helped you in distress if I kept you away from the bankers today.
01:21:40Oh, quite the spectacle, Mr. Lewis.
01:21:44Security, 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.
01:21:51The truth is clear.
01:21:53Get him out of here.
01:21:54Now.
01:21:58I owe all of you an apology for everything that's happened tonight.
01:22:03Turns out reclaiming my birthright didn't go as smoothly as I had hoped.
01:22:09Luckily, these past few days, I've had Mr. Shepherd by my side.
01:22:16And he has been a great support.
01:22:20Lewis Group has a lot of exciting plans for Maplewood.
01:22:27I'm proud to announce that we have secured a reliable partner.
01:22:32Sheppard Group.
01:22:35What?
01:22:36What?
01:22:36Laura, 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?
01:22:43Ben, what are you saying?
01:22:45You came to me first.
01:22:46Classic Ben.
01:22:47Ben, something goes wrong and you start pointing the fingers at all the women in your life.
01:22:52Just don't shut Harrison Group out.
01:22:55Just, just give me another chance.
01:22:56How could I shut you out?
01:22:58I'm just a cleaner, remember?
01:23:00I'm just a useless housewife.
01:23:03I don't have that power.
01:23:06What are you talking about?
01:23:07What?
01:23:08No, come on.
01:23:08Sorry.
01:23:08No, please.
01:23:09No.
01:23:11Um, Mr. Shepherd?
01:23:13Yes, Ms. Lewis?
01:23:14I was wondering if.
01:23:19Maybe you wanted to grab dinner.
01:23:21Sometime.
01:23:24On me.
01:23:26Ms. Lewis.
01:23:29I would love to.
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