Surrogate For My Ex's Billionaire Uncle - DRAMA SHORT
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00:00:00Surrogacy, what's surrogacy?
00:00:02Harvard Business School, MBA, top of class.
00:00:06As for intimate matters,
00:00:11I can assure you performance has never been an issue.
00:00:15Three years I've loved him.
00:00:17Everyone tells me Ethan will never change.
00:00:19But they don't see the real Ethan.
00:00:22I know he loves me.
00:00:30Oh my god! Three years I've wasted on you!
00:00:36I'm not gonna let you take this from me too.
00:00:39I don't need a man to make my dreams come true.
00:00:42One appointment, one sperm donor, I can have a baby of my own.
00:00:49Understand this clearly. We'll be parents, nothing more.
00:00:53Surrogacy, five generations of Crawford dignity.
00:01:02Destroyed by tabloid gossip.
00:01:05Adrian, I can make all of this disappear.
00:01:10You've got the couple, right? Until...
00:01:14All you have to do is remember who you really belong with.
00:01:18That's for every lie you just told.
00:01:21It's your fault!
00:01:22You really plan to get rid of him.
00:01:27Get up!
00:01:35Three years.
00:01:36Three years I've loved him.
00:01:39Everyone tells me Ethan will never change.
00:01:41That a man like him only loves himself.
00:01:46But they don't see the real Ethan.
00:01:48I know he loves me.
00:01:51Thank you so much. I really, really appreciate it.
00:01:55Tonight, it will be our big night.
00:01:58And I'll give him all of me.
00:02:01We'll make a beautiful baby together.
00:02:03A family of our own.
00:02:04A family of our own.
00:02:18I'm so sorry.
00:02:19Bill, it's so sorry...
00:02:20yeah T 모, it's so sorry I'll go out to you.
00:02:21It's the turning point.
00:02:26Huh?
00:02:28That, okay.
00:02:33Oh my gosh.
00:02:37B επ and nanos!
00:02:38Ha, ha, ha, ha.
00:03:08Ha, ha, ha, ha.
00:03:37Ha, ha, ha, ha.
00:04:07You wouldn't even put out after three years and now you're thinking about playing mommy?
00:04:12Though...
00:04:14If you're finally ready to spread those legs...
00:04:18These lovely ladies can show you how it's done.
00:04:22Screw you!
00:04:25I'm not gonna let you take this from me too.
00:04:39You know what? I don't need a man to make my dreams come true.
00:04:45One appointment, one sperm donor, I can have a baby of my own.
00:04:55Six months to produce an heir or I lose control of Crawford Industries to my nephew.
00:05:03Everything I've built over the last decade, gone.
00:05:08The surrogate candidates are all, for other words, sir.
00:05:11Ivy League educated, impeccable health historians.
00:05:14I don't need their resumes, Thompson. I need someone who won't turn this into a media circus.
00:05:19Find me someone who knows their place and will disappear after delivery.
00:05:25My friend is just here.
00:05:27Yes, I can't wait to see them too.
00:05:28She's talking to us.
00:05:29You don't need to go up.
00:05:30I don't know what they're doing.
00:05:31What is it?
00:05:32Yeah, I got it!
00:05:33I'm sorry.
00:05:34I got it.
00:05:35I got it!
00:05:36I got it!
00:05:37I got it!
00:05:38I'm sorry!
00:05:39I got it!
00:05:40I got it...
00:05:41I got it!
00:05:42I got it!
00:05:43I got it!
00:05:44But...
00:05:45I got it!
00:05:46You got to get it!
00:05:47I got it...
00:05:48I'm sorry.
00:05:49I got it!
00:05:50I'm sorry.
00:05:51I got it!
00:05:52Miss, are you here for the interview?
00:06:10The interview?
00:06:12Yes, of course.
00:06:17Yes.
00:06:19Okay.
00:06:22Please sit.
00:06:29Right, um, let's get started.
00:06:34Hey, um, education background.
00:06:39Excuse me?
00:06:40And I'm gonna need a full medical history, specifically genetic disorders.
00:06:46Do you work out?
00:06:47I mean, you look acceptable.
00:06:52Do you have any idea who I am?
00:07:01I'm just trying to be thorough.
00:07:04It's about creating a healthy baby, after all.
00:07:08I are attractive men, so full of themselves.
00:07:11I don't care if you're Brad Pitt.
00:07:15I need to know your reproductive history.
00:07:18So, sexual partners in the last six months?
00:07:22Mr. Crossbow, I can show her out.
00:07:25Thompson, leave us.
00:07:30What are you doing?
00:07:31Making sure this interview is more thorough.
00:07:43Harvard Business School.
00:07:45MBA.
00:07:45Top of class.
00:07:47No family history of genetic disorders.
00:07:50I work you out five times a week.
00:07:52As for intimate matters, I can assure you, performance has never been an issue.
00:08:03Now Thompson is gone, are you comfortable to share yours?
00:08:07Um, yes.
00:08:08Of course.
00:08:09Uh, I'm perfectly healthy, too.
00:08:14I do no genetic disorders, and, uh, I get regular checkups.
00:08:18Um, I've even been taking prenatal vitamins.
00:08:23You really do seem like the perfect match.
00:08:27Good.
00:08:29Now, regarding compensation, what figure did you have in mind?
00:08:34Well, I was thinking around $800.
00:08:38I expected the fee to be significantly higher.
00:08:47I know, I know it's not a lot of money, but, uh, considering the quality, um, I could,
00:08:53I could help, I can do paperwork, whatever.
00:08:55Thompson, bring in the contracts.
00:09:05All of this?
00:09:07Seriously?
00:09:08Take your time to review, but the key point is, after birth, the child stays with me.
00:09:15No contact.
00:09:18You want to keep my baby?
00:09:20Are you insane?
00:09:27That's standard procedure for surrogacy arrangements.
00:09:30Surrogacy?
00:09:31Surrogacy.
00:09:32The position you're interviewing for.
00:09:34Interview?
00:09:35I'm hated by sperm.
00:09:37You came to what?
00:09:39Uh, I thought you were a donor.
00:09:41That's why I was asking you all the questions about the history and stuff.
00:09:46I thought you were here to be my surrogate.
00:09:48Right, um, well, I guess, I guess I've, um, made a mistake, so I'm just gonna go.
00:09:54Wait.
00:09:55A million dollars for carrying my child.
00:10:02I want my own baby, Mr. Crawford, not somebody else's.
00:10:09I want my own baby, Mr. Crawford, not somebody else's.
00:10:10Ah, you might need that.
00:10:20Clean this up.
00:10:22Bring in the next.
00:10:23Hello?
00:10:23Miss Reed, your father, you need to come now.
00:10:35Okay, I'm coming here.
00:10:36Doctor, how is he?
00:10:58How is my father?
00:10:58The cancer is spread aggressively without immediate treatment.
00:11:03Then, then do something.
00:11:05Save him.
00:11:06Is there, is there a treatment you can do?
00:11:09Uh, there is a new treatment.
00:11:11Okay, then, then let's do it.
00:11:13But maybe it's, uh, quite expensive.
00:11:15How much?
00:11:16Around one million dollars.
00:11:18A million dollars?
00:11:20Yes.
00:11:20Can I get a, a, a loan or something?
00:11:25Actually, this is a new technology.
00:11:27And there is no loan policy.
00:11:28Sorry.
00:11:28Sorry.
00:11:29Oh, my God.
00:11:58this is the last batch yes sir the blonde want to know about ring sizes and brunette
00:12:16asked about moving in and the redhead all of them want the crawford name
00:12:22no one's qualified she was refreshing no pretense no schemes but she wasn't even here
00:12:35for surrogacy sometimes the best candidate isn't looking for the job
00:12:39hello i'm the reed i'm adrian crawford
00:13:05i've been thinking
00:13:07about yesterday i may have been a bit hasty you're reconsidering don't sound so smug about
00:13:16it i have my reasons as do i i'd like to propose a modification to the original terms what kind
00:13:27of modification joint custody you wouldn't be just carrying the child you'd be the baby's mother
00:13:33why would you agree to that you're honest direct no hidden agenda qualities i wanted my child's mother
00:13:43so i'd really get to be a part of the baby's life
00:13:45yes but understand this clearly we'll be parents nothing more no romantic entanglements no
00:13:54emotional expectations
00:13:56father the board is getting impatient
00:14:09have you considered the arrangements i suggested
00:14:13i've already made my own plans
00:14:15adrian if you're thinking of using some random surrogate to produce an heir forget it
00:14:22the crawford name means something i won't let it be tainted by
00:14:26i've already chosen my fiance what we'll discuss this at dinner
00:14:34did i just get promoted from surrogate to fiance
00:14:38correct me if i'm wrong but didn't you just say just parents nothing more
00:14:48the situation requires adaptation
00:14:53hmm is that ceo talk for i change my mind
00:14:57if we need a convincing story you'll be staying at my house during the pregnancy
00:15:01and after the baby comes we'll arrange for an amicable separation
00:15:05continue parenting and i'll uh arrange for any additional compensation for the complexity
00:15:11the original amount is fine but i am gonna need it soon
00:15:17welcome to the family miss reed
00:15:32wow i think my whole apartment could fit in this entryway
00:15:45well well well missed me so much you tracked me down
00:15:58can't get over me huh
00:16:04following me here like a lost puppy
00:16:09following you why would i what are you doing here
00:16:12sweetheart this is my family's house i'm sure you know that
00:16:19you never let me have sex with you but look at you now sneaking into my house
00:16:25finally realize what you're missing baby
00:16:27get your hands off me you creep
00:16:30playing hard to get used to be cute but now
00:16:34come on baby we both know this is what you came here for
00:16:38uncle what are you doing get your filthy hands off my fiance
00:16:44your your what fiance
00:16:50fiance how could she be your fiance she's just watch your mouth
00:16:55show some respect to your future aunt
00:16:59this is crazy you seriously don't know i won't repeat myself
00:17:04stay away from my fiance
00:17:06one more word you can kiss that trust fund
00:17:10bye
00:17:21you all right yeah so ethan he's your nephew then he's your
00:17:24well he was he's kind of he was my boyfriend i mean
00:17:42ex-boyfriend i mean like extremely ex ex-boyfriend i see
00:17:48tell him someone bring your things in shortly
00:17:57um so where am i staying
00:18:02here
00:18:04what unless you prefer explaining to the staff why the happy couple
00:18:09sleep in separate rooms oh of course fake engagement real roommates
00:18:13don't worry i'll be a perfect gentleman
00:18:28what are you doing this is the line don't cross it
00:18:51ever for sure
00:19:12my plan worked perfectly
00:19:14wait wait how did i
00:19:29sir are you okay fine continue
00:19:33stay on your side
00:19:50lyla wake up
00:19:56lyla please
00:20:03go
00:20:16control
00:20:17listen
00:20:18make me
00:20:18control
00:20:19go
00:20:23go
00:20:25go
00:20:29go
00:20:31Sorry, didn't see you there.
00:20:41You're always in the way.
00:20:45Ah, my brother's mysterious fiancé.
00:20:50Mrs. Crawford.
00:20:51Catherine, please. We're family now, supposedly.
00:20:56Helen, tea, please.
00:20:58Yes, Mrs. Crawford.
00:21:02So tell me, dear, how did you and Adrian meet exactly?
00:21:07Through mutual friends.
00:21:11Oh, really? Mutual friends.
00:21:16Dear, what friend of Adrian's would possibly move in your social circles?
00:21:23Unless this is more of a business arrangement.
00:21:26I'm sorry?
00:21:27Well, a girl of your position, surely some negotiation was involved.
00:21:34The only negotiation was whether I would take his last name or keep my own.
00:21:39Next weekend is our family dinner, and as Adrian's fiancé, your presence is required.
00:21:54I'd be honored.
00:21:57Perfect.
00:21:58I'm sure you can find something more appropriate to wear.
00:22:01You can go now.
00:22:17Excuse me, Miss Rie.
00:22:18I need to clean.
00:22:20Of course.
00:22:20Let me just...
00:22:21Is this what you're wearing to the family dinner?
00:22:28How creative.
00:22:32Must be hot in your family.
00:22:34Watching you chase after each man.
00:22:38Let me help you with this.
00:22:39My friends!
00:22:41How clumsy of me.
00:22:43You did that on purpose.
00:22:45Do you think you can really marry Mr. Crawford?
00:22:48She was just trash trying to climb the social ladder.
00:22:51Oh!
00:22:55Mr. Crawford!
00:22:56She just attacked me!
00:23:00I was trying to help with a...
00:23:02Get out!
00:23:03But I was just...
00:23:04One more word and you're fired.
00:23:07Get out!
00:23:15What happened?
00:23:16Nothing.
00:23:18I need some space.
00:23:19I want to stay in the guest room tonight.
00:23:21Lila, you don't have to do that.
00:23:22I need some space.
00:23:23You take the bed.
00:23:27I'll take the sofa.
00:23:30I miss you so much, Daddy.
00:23:32Don't worry about me, okay?
00:23:34As long as we can get you better,
00:23:37I won't let their words get to me.
00:23:38I promise.
00:23:40Lila, what happened?
00:23:42What should I do?
00:23:43What should I do?
00:23:43How's the happy couple?
00:23:58How's the happy couple?
00:23:58Oh, that's awkward.
00:24:08Just a small thing.
00:24:13Um, that is not a small pinch.
00:24:15It's okay.
00:24:16I'm here.
00:24:18You're safe.
00:24:21Perfect timing for the injection.
00:24:23What should I do?
00:24:35I'm here.
00:24:36Right now?
00:24:40Shit.
00:24:43Bye-bye.
00:24:44Bye-bye.
00:24:49Focus. This is just a simple procedure.
00:25:13Just pretend she's not right outside.
00:25:19Mr. Crawford, is everything okay in there?
00:25:22Uh, yeah, I'm fine. I just need some assistance.
00:25:27Oh, do you need my help?
00:25:29No, uh, I didn't mean...
00:25:31Oh, sure, honestly, it's fine. I can come in if you need me to.
00:25:36Come in.
00:25:37So, you want to help?
00:25:49Of course. What do you need me to...
00:25:51Oh, you're...
00:25:56Oh, you're...
00:25:57I'm so sorry. I didn't...
00:25:59I didn't realize.
00:26:00I'm just...
00:26:01I'm just gonna just go somewhere.
00:26:04I just need you somewhere very far.
00:26:10Well, that was helpful.
00:26:13Are you okay?
00:26:19Yeah.
00:26:20Dr. Anderson said that the hormone shots would hurt, but it's...
00:26:24It's causing you pain.
00:26:25Yeah, it's a little uncomfortable.
00:26:27But, I mean, it will...
00:26:28It will pass.
00:26:31Here.
00:26:34Oh, okay.
00:26:35Thanks.
00:26:52Well, the hormone shots were a part of the agreement, and any resulting pain is technically a work-related issue.
00:26:57And as your employer, I have a duty of care.
00:27:02Okay.
00:27:05Okay.
00:27:29Purely professional care.
00:27:31Huh?
00:27:41Purely professional, huh?
00:27:51Adrian.
00:27:51Um, about this weekend...
00:27:56I'm sorry, there's an emergency in Atlanta.
00:27:58The merge is falling apart.
00:28:00Thompson, get the jet ready in 20.
00:28:04Your family invited me to dinner.
00:28:06Guess I'll handle it on my own.
00:28:08Well, I don't suppose we should expect punctuality from a person who's probably never had a proper watch in her life.
00:28:18I introduce him to the Lawson Harris, the senator's daughter.
00:28:24I don't understand why he picked this gold digger from God knows where.
00:28:28What did you say she did, Ethan?
00:28:30What did you say she did, Ethan?
00:28:31Retail?
00:28:32Worse.
00:28:33A wannabe writer.
00:28:34She probably thought that landing a Crawford would be her best-selling story.
00:28:38Hmm.
00:28:42Well, I have tried to be welcoming.
00:28:45I had the chef prepare her place setting and everything.
00:28:47She probably couldn't figure out which work she did as well.
00:29:02I apologize for the sight delay.
00:29:07My, my.
00:29:08Trying so hard to look the part.
00:29:11James, do make sure none of the silver goes missing after dinner.
00:29:16I suppose Adrian's credit card is getting some good use.
00:29:20And although money can buy designer clothes, it can't buy breathing.
00:29:25Actually, I made this dress myself.
00:29:31Oh, darling.
00:29:33A seamstress for a daughter-in-law?
00:29:36How quaint.
00:29:38At least we know who's going to be mending Adrian's socks.
00:29:43I may not have been born into privilege, but I was raised with something much more valuable.
00:29:50Integrity.
00:29:51Integrity.
00:29:52Is that what you call seducing your way into our family?
00:29:56How much, how much will it take you to disappear in your price?
00:30:05The difference between you and I, Mr. Crawford, is that I don't think that everything comes with a price tag.
00:30:14Excuse me.
00:30:24Stay calm.
00:30:28You can do this.
00:30:34Getting all dressed up for me.
00:30:36Baby.
00:30:37What's the rush?
00:30:46We're all family here.
00:30:48Well, almost family.
00:30:50Don't touch me.
00:30:52You used to like it when I touched you.
00:30:54Remember how shy you were?
00:30:57Always saying no.
00:30:59Run!
00:31:00Off me!
00:31:00Back her!
00:31:01Be careful, Mel.
00:31:03One scream from you and everyone at dinner is going to know what kind of girl you really are.
00:31:08Now, where were we?
00:31:19Everything alright, dear?
00:31:20You look flushed.
00:31:22So, as I was saying about...
00:31:29Stop it!
00:31:30Something wrong, Miss Reed?
00:31:32Stop it!
00:31:34Stop it!
00:31:37Enough!
00:31:38No class?
00:31:39No manners?
00:31:40I don't know how you seduced my son,
00:31:43but someone like you could never deserve a place in this family!
00:31:48I...
00:31:49I'm the one who pursued her.
00:31:57Who convinced her to give me a chance.
00:31:59Adrian.
00:32:03If anyone's unworthy in this relationship, it's me.
00:32:05You want to know how we met?
00:32:07She crashed into my life, quite literally.
00:32:09Papers flying, coffee spilled.
00:32:11Unlike some people, she didn't care about my name or my money.
00:32:17She, uh, refused me several times.
00:32:19Called me too arrogant, too controlling.
00:32:21First woman who dared to stand out to me.
00:32:24And that's when I knew I had to have her.
00:32:26And that's when I knew I had to have her.
00:32:32Sir, two things.
00:32:33Your sister has invited Miss Reed to tonight's family dinner.
00:32:36And your jet is ready.
00:32:37We can go now.
00:32:38No.
00:32:44Cancel it, Lance.
00:32:45What's the merger?
00:32:48Yes, sir.
00:32:51Funny that last week family's dinners were the most pointless waste of time in existence.
00:33:00Something is more important to business.
00:33:02Oh, what a touching story, Uncle.
00:33:08Too bad it's either a complete lie or she's been playing us both.
00:33:15What are you talking about?
00:33:17We've been dating for three years.
00:33:20I have pictures of us together.
00:33:26What?
00:33:27She probably planned this from the start.
00:33:30Dating me to get close to the family, then setting her sights higher.
00:33:35You manipulative little tree.
00:33:37Face it, Uncle.
00:33:38You're just another rung on her ladder to the top.
00:33:44Face it, Uncle.
00:33:45You're just another rung on her ladder to the top.
00:33:52That's for every lie you just told.
00:33:55Adrian!
00:33:58How dare you hit my son!
00:34:00Where do you think you're going?
00:34:01We are not finished here yet!
00:34:02Yes, we are.
00:34:09I'm sorry, I shouldn't have left you alone with that.
00:34:11Thank you for coming back.
00:34:13And for making up such a beautiful story about us.
00:34:21Your hands, what happened?
00:34:22What happened?
00:34:39As my fiance, you have access to the family accounts.
00:34:42I expect you to use them.
00:34:44I... I didn't want to presume.
00:34:46You're a Crawford now.
00:34:58Dr. Anderson.
00:34:59Mr. Crawford.
00:35:00The embryos are ready.
00:35:02So we can proceed with the implantation tomorrow morning.
00:35:05I see.
00:35:10What is it?
00:35:11Is something wrong with the embryos?
00:35:12I've been thinking.
00:35:15Perhaps we should approach this matter in a more natural manner.
00:35:22Between a husband and wife.
00:35:26What are your thoughts?
00:35:27I think that we should go to bed.
00:35:33We have a really big day tomorrow.
00:35:35So...
00:35:38I mean...
00:35:39Good night.
00:35:45You know, you look like a giant polar bear in that outfit.
00:35:50Focus on the procedure.
00:35:51Try to relax, Mrs. Crawford.
00:36:02There.
00:36:04See that white spot?
00:36:07That's our baby.
00:36:14You know, I can walk.
00:36:16Doctor's orders?
00:36:17You seem more nervous than I do.
00:36:24I'm merely following medical procedure.
00:36:35Look at her.
00:36:37She's acting like a princess.
00:36:41She was probably a waitress last week.
00:36:43Now she's got Mr. Crawford wrapped around her finger.
00:36:48Oh!
00:36:59Oh baby!
00:37:01Oh!
00:37:07Oh!
00:37:13Oh!
00:37:13Oh!
00:37:14adrian not quite looking a bit unstable there baby let go of me come on you used to love being
00:37:31in my arms remember how we would spend hours at the cafe you would lean into me while reading
00:37:38your favorite book did she adrian i was i was just getting food i swear get out
00:37:50my stomach my stomach i think that there's something wrong
00:37:59if anything anything happens to my fiance or child i can't guarantee what i'll do
00:38:06and you what you want and will never have never
00:38:13child three years she wouldn't let me touch her
00:38:22in a few weeks with my uncle and she's carrying his child you want the perfect family
00:38:29it's not gonna happen
00:38:36thompson clear my schedule everything over the next month goes to jack
00:38:48sir what happened do you need my help you can't help on this one just do what i say
00:38:53you and ethan you've never really gotten along have you
00:39:00why is that
00:39:03you seem very concerned about it i just just get some rest it's been a rough day for you
00:39:16adrian why did you choose to believe me just now no reason i just know you're not like that
00:39:24thanks get some rest do whatever makes you comfortable anything at all i'll be around
00:39:30anything i want are you sure about that
00:39:35what the
00:39:49what are you doing
00:40:03this isn't nutritious
00:40:05the baby wants chocolate
00:40:08the baby wants chocolate
00:40:10yeah and chips and ice cream you wouldn't want to deny your child would you
00:40:16i've been researching optimal pregnancy nutrition see week by week guidelines
00:40:23okay okay okay how about a compromise
00:40:26one treat per day
00:40:28half a treat
00:40:30three quarters
00:40:32congratulations the fetus is developing perfectly
00:40:58really
00:41:00everything looks wonderful now that we're in the stable period i would recommend you starting
00:41:07some prenatal exercise
00:41:08what kind of exercise
00:41:11now hold her from behind in the maternal post
00:41:17maybe we should skip this part
00:41:26good drink let's do it properly
00:41:28guide her arms up
00:41:30this is a little intimate
00:41:41and now the supporting stretch
00:41:44beautiful form mr crawford and mrs crawford
00:41:59maybe we should continue this at home
00:42:02yeah please
00:42:04the charity gala isn't a test
00:42:23your father specifically invited me to attend
00:42:29you look perfect
00:42:48just be yourself
00:42:52then
00:42:57this
00:42:59this is not me
00:43:02it's been too long
00:43:24you look exactly the same
00:43:31and you must be the fiancee
00:43:43i'm so pleased adrian has found someone after all these years
00:43:47that's really kind but i'm sorry who are you
00:43:51i'm just someone who cares about adrian's happiness more than anyone else
00:43:58oh my god
00:44:06you two are finally back together
00:44:09everyone look who's here the golden couple
00:44:12i heard adrian's happiness more than anyone else
00:44:15i heard adrian's comfort was engaged
00:44:17i knew it was you vivian
00:44:19when is the wedding
00:44:20actually i'd like to introduce you all to my fiancee
00:44:28lana reed
00:44:29we're expecting our first child and of course you're all welcome to the wedding
00:44:39she's pregnant
00:44:40oh i'm i'm so sorry i just assumed congratulations for you both
00:44:47adrian crawford and a complete unknown how did you manage that
00:44:55adrian chose her over vivian is he crazy
00:44:58oh benji how have you been
00:45:00great
00:45:02let's go
00:45:03they can be so judgmental can't they
00:45:12don't take it too personally dear
00:45:15gentlemen
00:45:21what are you all talking about
00:45:23they do look like the perfect couple
00:45:30thank you
00:45:39drinking
00:45:44i thought you were pregnant
00:45:46none of your business
00:45:48you know how adrian is
00:45:53always has to win
00:45:55especially against me
00:45:57he hates when i take things from him
00:45:59what are you talking about
00:46:01perfect couple right
00:46:09until
00:46:11vivian fell madly in love with me
00:46:18leaving dear uncle heartbroken
00:46:21since then
00:46:22whatever i want
00:46:24he has to take
00:46:26whatever i have
00:46:28he has to win
00:46:29like you
00:46:31what you want you'll never have
00:46:36never
00:46:37you and ethan
00:46:39you've never really
00:46:40gone along have you
00:46:42you don't get it
00:46:44stop being naive
00:46:46you're just his tool for revenge
00:46:48i'm just his tool for revenge
00:46:59what do you think you're doing
00:47:14you are pregnant
00:47:16why are you drinking
00:47:17oh now you care
00:47:19it's soda
00:47:22i know what i'm doing
00:47:24what happened back there
00:47:39talk to me
00:47:41lila i am worried
00:47:44so you talk to ethan but not me
00:47:47well you do care so much about your nephew
00:47:52don't you
00:48:07lila open the door
00:48:08please
00:48:12Please.
00:48:43The act is still warm.
00:48:46I apologize about last night. I was...
00:48:49I was just worried about you.
00:48:51Worried about me, or worried about the baby?
00:48:58What do you mean?
00:49:00Is this why you're being so nice to me?
00:49:03Making me breakfast, being all protective...
00:49:07It's just for the baby?
00:49:09Lila, you've been so strange since yesterday. Why?
00:49:14Was Vivian your girlfriend?
00:49:21Yes.
00:49:29And then she got with Ethan?
00:49:33Yes.
00:49:34Yes.
00:49:36Okay, so... so I'm just...
00:49:37But Vivian and I were...
00:49:44Sir, the Singapore Marjorie is falling apart.
00:49:46We need to immediately.
00:49:48I'm in the middle of summer.
00:49:50The board is threatening to pull out.
00:49:53I'll be there.
00:49:54We need to finish this conversation as soon as I get back.
00:50:03Of course. Business first.
00:50:09Lila.
00:50:11Just go.
00:50:12Sir, there have been complications.
00:50:26Explain.
00:50:28During your absence, Mr. Ethan has been meeting with board members.
00:50:31Suggesting your sudden marriage plans indicate obstacle decision making.
00:50:35Several executives are questioning if someone so personally distracted should and hurt the company.
00:50:43And hurt the company.
00:51:02Mr. Crawford, we've been discussing...
00:51:04My personal life.
00:51:05Your sudden access has...
00:51:07Let me be very...
00:51:09Clear.
00:51:14This company took a 40% profit loss before I took over.
00:51:19Within three years, I tripled our market share.
00:51:22Every major merger.
00:51:23Every successful acquisition.
00:51:25Every stock surge.
00:51:27My execution.
00:51:28My strategies.
00:51:30So yes.
00:51:32I am getting married.
00:51:34And yes, I took some time off.
00:51:35And no.
00:51:36Not a single person in this room has the right to question my commitment or my capability.
00:51:43Because without me...
00:51:45There wouldn't be a company left to inherit.
00:51:49Now...
00:51:53Shall we discuss the merger?
00:52:05Let's go.
00:52:11Let's go.
00:52:15Let's go.
00:52:17What do you want to do?
00:52:18Let's go.
00:52:20Adrian! What the hell were you thinking at the board meeting yesterday?
00:52:41I was doing my job.
00:52:42Your job is to follow the family strategy.
00:52:46Ever since she came into your life, you've been undermining everything we've built.
00:52:53You leave Lila out of this.
00:52:55You know, I don't have to stand here and listen to this.
00:52:58Yeah, run along. Adols are talking business now.
00:53:02We just need to bore him for a moment, dear. Business matters.
00:53:06You wouldn't understand.
00:53:09That girl is a poison to the Crawford name.
00:53:20She's nothing but a broodmare. After she delivers, pay her off and be done with it.
00:53:31Adrian needs someone who understands this world. Someone like me.
00:53:36Vivian is joining Crawford Industries tomorrow. Non-negotiable.
00:53:43She will follow you every day, just like before.
00:53:46And your little pet project can't stay home and just state that's all she's good for.
00:53:52Get out! Both of you!
00:53:56Both of you!
00:53:57How dare you!
00:53:58If you dare mention my wife's name again.
00:54:00I will burn Crawford Industries to the ground before either of you get to touch it!
00:54:05Adrian, be reasonable!
00:54:07She is worth a thousand to you.
00:54:09Tomorrow, 9am, Vivian starts. No discussion.
00:54:15Is that all?
00:54:18Yes, for now.
00:54:20But don't disappoint me again.
00:54:25You-
00:54:30I have to leave.
00:54:32And use my wife's name again.
00:54:35You-
00:54:36I'm out of your room.
00:54:38You!
00:54:39You love me.
00:54:40You-
00:54:42You!
00:54:44You-
00:54:45Stop it. Stop checking. This is ridiculous. I was independent before. I don't need a man
00:55:08to make me breakfast in bed and to hold me whilst I sleep. No! I'm not gonna be that girl. I can
00:55:21make my own meals. I don't need his perfectly prepared little plates or his nutritional
00:55:27spreadsheets. Improved marrow. Way to get back at Ethan.
00:55:40Philo! I'm fine! You're not fine. Hospital, now! I'm fine!
00:55:57Thanks. I know we've had our differences, but I really appreciated you today.
00:56:06You know, you used to look at me like that. All sweet, sincere.
00:56:15Don't. Why not? Is there really no chance for us?
00:56:21Lila, he's just using you. You're his revenge again.
00:56:27A tool. And you deserve better than that.
00:56:32Adrian, stop! What are you doing?
00:56:37I'm protecting you.
00:56:38From what? He's helping. He bought me him. My hand was bleeding.
00:56:41So now you're defending him?
00:56:42No, I'm defending the truth. Sometimes, I guess people surprise you.
00:56:48I see.
00:56:50Adrian...
00:56:52I'll call the doctor to come.
00:56:59I want a full blood panel, fetal monitoring, bring the OBGYN down immediately.
00:57:03Sir, it's just a minor call.
00:57:05I want a full prenatal checkup.
00:57:07I've already spoken to Dr. Anderson. He's gonna be down here in ten minutes.
00:57:11Always so control, aren't you uncle?
00:57:16Some of us actually know how to make Lila happy.
00:57:21Remember our beach dates?
00:57:24How you said I was the most fun you ever had?
00:57:31Thompson, bring in the catering. The Michelin star one.
00:57:35Lila says she's got a hankering for Australian Wagyu beef.
00:57:38Oh, well done. No sauce.
00:57:41I don't think that I did say...
00:57:43How about when we watched your favorite movie?
00:57:46Pride and Prejudice. BBC adaptation, 1995.
00:57:50She likes to watch it when she's still stressed.
00:57:52Which is why I upgraded out home theater system.
00:57:55To have all the original films from the BBC archive.
00:57:59You did what?
00:58:00Wow!
00:58:03Using money to get to her heart.
00:58:06Huh, uncle?
00:58:07The Alzheimer's ring is fully renovated.
00:58:13Named after Lila's grandmother.
00:58:15As she mentioned.
00:58:16Oh, it's a fully funded.
00:58:19Anonymous donor.
00:58:25He may be able to offer you money, but you're gonna miss this.
00:58:37Is this normal rich people behavior?
00:58:45Just my mouth.
00:58:47I've already ordered the prenatal vitamins. They should arrive shortly.
00:58:52They're custom formulated to her blood and genetic profile.
00:58:55Wow. He remembered all that about me.
00:58:58I remember everything about you.
00:59:00Maybe you should come back when there's less testosterone in the air.
00:59:10Guys, she's tired. We should leave. Let her rest.
00:59:22Is this just another competition, Ethan?
00:59:25Or does he actually care?
00:59:30Yes, father?
00:59:44Vivian's been hospitalized.
00:59:47Overworked, they say.
00:59:49From cleaning up your company's mess.
00:59:51I have meetings.
00:59:52Cancel them!
00:59:54Go to visit her right now.
00:59:56Right now, either you show proper respect to the woman I chose for you,
01:00:01or else I will have to call an emergency board meeting!
01:00:21You came.
01:00:23Let's skip the performance, Vivian.
01:00:28Still so cold.
01:00:31Don't you remember when you used to bring me soup when I was on Will?
01:00:34That was a long time ago.
01:00:37We were really great together, Adrian.
01:00:40We could be together again.
01:00:42I don't know what game you're playing at, but it won't work.
01:00:45What we had, I never took it as seriously as you pretended to.
01:00:50But Lila, she's different.
01:00:53She's real.
01:00:55A pregnant gold digger is real?
01:00:58Please.
01:01:05I guess some things never change.
01:01:07Watch your words.
01:01:12Stay away from my wife.
01:01:15My little girl.
01:01:26Daddy.
01:01:27No.
01:01:30Your hand.
01:01:31It's nothing.
01:01:34I need to tell you something.
01:01:36I'm gonna be a mother.
01:01:38Is it that Ethan boys?
01:01:40No.
01:01:41No.
01:01:42Then who?
01:01:43It doesn't matter.
01:01:44But what does matter is that this is my baby.
01:01:48And I'm gonna love them so much.
01:01:51With all the love that you gave me.
01:01:53Baby.
01:01:56Baby.
01:01:58I'm so sorry.
01:01:59I'm...
01:02:00Sorry I couldn't...
01:02:01Couldn't give you better.
01:02:03Daddy.
01:02:04If only I were healthy.
01:02:05If I could work.
01:02:06Daddy, don't.
01:02:10The hospital bills.
01:02:11Where are you getting money from?
01:02:14Don't tell me you sold yourself to some men.
01:02:16No. No. It's not like that.
01:02:18Did someone take advantage of you?
01:02:20My little girl pregnant all alone.
01:02:23She's not alone.
01:02:28Hi Mr. Reid.
01:02:29I'm Adrian Crawford.
01:02:34I'm the father of her child.
01:02:36Adriana.
01:02:38I'm not just the father.
01:02:39I'm the man who's gonna spend the rest of his life
01:02:41making sure your daughter and our child
01:02:43get everything they deserve.
01:02:45Pretty words from a rich man.
01:02:48Not words.
01:02:49Facts.
01:02:50I've already arranged a transfer to a private medical facility.
01:02:53Full treatment plan.
01:02:54Best specialists.
01:02:56Adrian.
01:02:58And I promise you this.
01:03:00Every morning,
01:03:01she's gonna wake up knowing that she is cherished.
01:03:05Every decision I make,
01:03:06every step I take,
01:03:07will be to ensure her happiness.
01:03:09You really mean that, don't you?
01:03:11Yes sir, I do.
01:03:12Well,
01:03:13maybe I can stop worrying.
01:03:15Thank you for what you said in there.
01:03:30I know you were just trying to make my father feel better.
01:03:33No, no, no, no.
01:03:34I wasn't just doing anything.
01:03:35Every word I said in there is true.
01:03:37Adrian.
01:03:38Adrian.
01:03:39Adrian.
01:03:40Adrian.
01:03:41Adrian.
01:03:42Adrian.
01:03:43Adrian.
01:03:44Adrian.
01:03:45Adrian.
01:03:46Adrian.
01:03:48I've been falling for you ever since you crashed into my office with that ridiculous donor questionnaire.
01:03:53Yes,
01:03:54we had a contract,
01:03:55but,
01:03:56I realized,
01:03:58you've become everything to me.
01:04:01You're not my surrogate.
01:04:04You're not my convenient fiance.
01:04:08You're my partner.
01:04:11If you have me.
01:04:15But what about,
01:04:16Ethan,
01:04:17Vivian?
01:04:18What about them?
01:04:19Are you trying to just get revenge on Ethan?
01:04:24Revenge?
01:04:25I never loved Vivian.
01:04:27And Ethan,
01:04:28he's not worth a second thought.
01:04:29Really?
01:04:32Then who was the guy I saw competing with Ethan?
01:04:37That was...
01:04:43I was jealous,
01:04:44okay?
01:04:46The thought of you with him.
01:04:47Wow.
01:04:49The great Mr. Crawford.
01:04:51Jealous.
01:04:52Don't mention him.
01:04:53I have a reputation to maintain.
01:04:54Hmm.
01:05:09I'm not letting you go.
01:05:11Not ever.
01:05:17Surrogacy.
01:05:18Oh!
01:05:19Contract of marriage.
01:05:20Oh, this is too perfect.
01:05:21I'm not getting a bit scared.
01:05:24Oh, this is too perfect.
01:05:26Alright.
01:05:28I'm getting to know.
01:05:32I'm getting to know.
01:05:34Dr. I have a couple of times.
01:05:35Okay.
01:05:36I'm getting to know.
01:05:37Dr. I have more of a student.
01:05:38Dr. I have more of a student.
01:05:40I have she?
01:05:42Look, she's getting to know.
01:05:43The more important,
01:05:44Dr. I have found to know.
01:05:45Whiskey. Neat.
01:06:05What's so urgent?
01:06:06I know something about your little ex-girlfriend that might interest you.
01:06:10Is this about her and my uncle?
01:06:12It's about how she really got pregnant.
01:06:15Your perfect uncle? He hired her.
01:06:19She's just a surrogate.
01:06:21Their whole engagement is a lie.
01:06:24A contract.
01:06:28The board would love to hear about this.
01:06:32Next week's family meeting.
01:06:35We'll reveal everything.
01:06:37Until then, let's gather more evidence.
01:06:41And once he's ruined...
01:06:43I'll comfort him.
01:06:44Help him rebuild.
01:06:47He'll remember who he truly belongs with.
01:06:53And Lila?
01:06:55Well, once the truth's out, she'll be worthless to him.
01:06:58You can have your little toy back.
01:07:03Cheers.
01:07:03Ethan's in meetings all afternoon.
01:07:22That's okay.
01:07:22I don't mind waiting.
01:07:25These documents require his immediate attention.
01:07:28Would you mind getting me some tea, dear?
01:07:40Sorry to see agreements.
01:07:42Cool contracts.
01:07:44Come on.
01:07:47Train's always so organized.
01:07:49Where is everything?
01:07:51Everything.
01:07:51What?
01:07:51What?
01:07:51What?
01:07:52What?
01:07:52What?
01:07:53What?
01:07:53What?
01:07:53What?
01:07:54What?
01:07:54What?
01:07:54What?
01:07:54What?
01:07:55It's just a stupid cat.
01:08:11Are you okay?
01:08:14You're a beast!
01:08:16Attacks me!
01:08:16I need your bathroom.
01:08:20Now!
01:08:20Adrian!
01:08:30I've been waiting for you.
01:08:39You know, if you need an heir, we could make one.
01:08:45Right here.
01:08:46Right now.
01:08:47Lil doesn't have to know.
01:08:51She's already asleep.
01:08:54It could just be our little secret.
01:08:59Here?
01:09:01In the living room?
01:09:04Wherever you want.
01:09:06Someone might see us.
01:09:08Are you scared?
01:09:09Are you scared?
01:09:09I know somewhere more.
01:09:16Rivet.
01:09:23Where are we going?
01:09:25Can't risk being interrupted, can we?
01:09:29Ladies first.
01:09:34Enjoy the fresh air.
01:09:36Adrian!
01:09:37Adrian!
01:09:38Adrian!
01:09:39You can't do this to me!
01:09:40I'm a Crawford executor!
01:09:47Stop filming me!
01:09:49This is harassment!
01:09:50I will sue you!
01:09:51I will sue you so hard!
01:09:56Adrian!
01:09:57Adrian!
01:09:58Adrian, let me in!
01:09:59Everyone, this crisis could have destroyed us, but thanks to your tireless efforts, Crawford
01:10:14is stronger than ever!
01:10:15To the best team in the business!
01:10:17Yes!
01:10:18Yes!
01:10:19To the best team in the business!
01:10:20Yes!
01:10:21Yes!
01:10:21Though, speaking of tonight's celebration, there's something you all should be prepared for.
01:10:28For what?
01:10:30I know, I know, I know, I know, I know, but please, when they arrive, act normal.
01:10:48I couldn't bear any drama.
01:10:50She left you for your uncle!
01:10:51She left you for your uncle!
01:10:53These things happen.
01:10:55Everyone!
01:10:56I'd like to introduce you to my fiancée, Lila Reid.
01:11:03Hello, everybody.
01:11:04It's lovely to meet you all.
01:11:05I need to check some numbers.
01:11:07Did I do something wrong?
01:11:20How are you feeling?
01:11:21Is the morning sickness over yet?
01:11:23I'm fine.
01:11:24You know, I've been worried.
01:11:28All this stress can't be good for the baby.
01:11:30Which hospital are you using?
01:11:35I could drive you next time.
01:11:37That's not necessary.
01:11:39Come on.
01:11:40We used to tell each other everything.
01:11:43Just want to make sure you're getting the proper care.
01:11:46If I know her hospital, then I can get her surrogate history.
01:11:50How thoughtful.
01:11:51But Adrian handles all my appointments personally.
01:11:55The real hero of the hour!
01:11:57Wow!
01:11:58Beautiful.
01:11:59Isn't she?
01:12:00The type of woman who belongs in Adrian's world.
01:12:01Excuse me.
01:12:02You know how my uncle thinks.
01:12:03Like a chess master.
01:12:04Every piece has its use.
01:12:05Some for business.
01:12:06Others for...
01:12:07You don't know him.
01:12:08Oh.
01:12:09But I do.
01:12:10Adrian Crawford cares exactly about one person.
01:12:11Adrian Crawford.
01:12:12He sees people as investments.
01:12:13Vivian?
01:12:14Perfect for managing the company.
01:12:15No.
01:12:16No.
01:12:17No.
01:12:18No.
01:12:19No.
01:12:20No.
01:12:21No.
01:12:22No.
01:12:23No.
01:12:24No.
01:12:25No.
01:12:26No.
01:12:27No.
01:12:28No.
01:12:29No.
01:12:30No.
01:12:31No.
01:12:32No.
01:12:33No.
01:12:34No.
01:12:35No.
01:12:37He's okay.
01:12:38Perfect for managing the company.
01:12:39You?
01:12:40Well...
01:12:42I think we both know what your role is.
01:12:45He's wrong.
01:12:46He has to be wrong.
01:12:49everyone in this world has their place their purpose maybe it's time i found mine again
01:13:19baby when's the last time you ate something i don't know breakfast yesterday's breakfast
01:13:43that's enough for today okay
01:13:49the prenatal instructor said this exercise should help okay like this uh almost
01:14:01i think i need a little more instruction
01:14:31everything looks perfect the baby's development's right on track really really now that you're in
01:14:45the stable period intimate relations is perfectly safe as long as you're gentle
01:14:51just listen to your bodies and yes uh thank you doctor
01:15:03dr anderson
01:15:24let's talk about adrian crawford's arrangement
01:15:29was it a surrogacy contract
01:15:34mr harrington doctor patient confidentiality
01:15:39i hear that the new hospital complex is looking for department heads
01:15:46wouldn't it be a shame if your name was mysteriously removed from the list
01:15:53now about those hospital records
01:16:06oh my god
01:16:25surrogacy
01:16:26surrogacy
01:16:28five generations of crawford dignity destroyed by tabloid gossip
01:16:34i knew that girl was hiding something
01:16:41did you did you really pay some nobody to carry your air tell me it isn't true
01:16:48you
01:16:55you it's your doing
01:16:58i
01:16:59adrian
01:17:01i need to discuss something with you
01:17:05privately
01:17:06adrian
01:17:13i can make all of this disappear all you have to do is remember who you really belong with
01:17:19who i belong with
01:17:20we were good together we can't be again
01:17:23give me the position i deserve
01:17:26as mrs crawford by your side
01:17:28i do need
01:17:30i do need your help please
01:17:33never show up again
01:17:43i won't let them hurt you
01:17:51it's not me i'm worried about
01:17:54if they expose the truth about our arrangement you could lose everything
01:18:00nothing's more important than you and our child
01:18:10this emergency family meeting will come to order
01:18:25i have proof
01:18:28miss reed is not adrian's loving bride to be
01:18:33she's just a surrogate paid to carry the crawford air
01:18:40i have proof too
01:18:42medical records from crawford's medical center
01:18:45showing that miss reed underwent fertility treatment
01:18:48for which she was generously compensated
01:18:52paid surrogacy
01:18:57all right fine you want the truth
01:18:59yes it started with a surrogacy
01:19:03but lila she's the woman i chose to be the mother of my child
01:19:07and i won't let anyone here slander her
01:19:10you want this arrangement fine
01:19:14but then it costs you everything
01:19:19resign from the company give up your inheritance
01:19:24the child can see in the family of course
01:19:27but the mother well her services won't be required after delivery
01:19:30yes i did the ivf treatment but i never never saw this baby as a business transaction
01:19:50you know what you can say whatever you want about me
01:19:52but don't you dare question my love for this child
01:20:04i'm willing to give up everything
01:20:14the company the inheritance all of it
01:20:17but i won't give up her
01:20:20she's my wife the only one that i will ever want
01:20:23we're getting married properly publicly
01:20:31fine you want to throw away everything for this for this woman
01:20:38then you will get nothing from this family
01:20:41nothing sign it renounce your inheritance all of it
01:20:46no no no no no no adrian stop i'm not worth losing everything for
01:20:54you're worth everything
01:20:59the company the assets i built them once
01:21:02i can build them again but you
01:21:06you and our child
01:21:08you're our real future
01:21:09still time to think it over son
01:21:24let's go
01:21:39thanks
01:21:48you've been at this for hours
01:21:51i just gotta finish this last chapter
01:21:57i'll get you some food
01:21:58what do you mean you're cancelling the contract we've worked together for 10 years
01:22:15no no no no don't call adrian hello hello hello
01:22:21the singapore merger just collapsed they say they'll only work with adrian
01:22:25this is all your fault you and your billion plan to get rid of them
01:22:29my fault you're the one who can't handle basic accounting
01:22:32enough the board meeting starts in five minutes please tell me you have good news
01:22:38oh my god this story sounds exactly like the powerful scandal wait is this about the adrian crawford
01:22:58the billionaire say you're giving up everything for love i'm crying
01:23:01is everything okay i think i just went viral
01:23:10they figured out stories about us look
01:23:14should i be concerned about what else you've revealed about me
01:23:27have you seen the comments they're calling us heartless villains
01:23:38can't believe they're trying to suppress on true love diseases
01:23:42property industries lost my business
01:23:45team adrian all the way
01:23:48yes penguin publishing um sorry i actually have random house on the other line so i'm gonna have to
01:23:53do the movie rights um i'm sorry i'm gonna have to call you right back okay thank you
01:24:02the movie rights
01:24:04oh my god my wife is so popular now
01:24:06i know
01:24:12your father
01:24:13son the board wants you back take your position your inheritance i'll have to ask my wife
01:24:27what do you think mrs crawford
01:24:34first order of business
01:24:35starting without me perfect timing i'm announcing your termination
01:24:41you can't fire me i'm a shareholder and a senior executive
01:24:46the company crisis last month wasn't an accident you and ethan deliberately sabotaged our deal
01:24:53you can't prove any free email every call every secret meeting without competitors
01:24:59i'll document it lawsuit's already been filed you and ethan will be hearing from our lawyers
01:25:05you can't believe me
01:25:07you can't believe me
01:25:15oh my god
01:25:23adrian
01:25:24i uh
01:25:25i think my water just broke
01:25:27yeah
01:25:28come home
01:25:29Mr. Crawford, they vote for new director.
01:25:40For her, he'd drop everything, including a multi-billion dollar company.
01:25:56Before we vote, there is something you should know.
01:26:00Adrian and Lila were legally married two months ago.
01:26:05And they have my full blessing.
01:26:21Both my girls still awake?
01:26:26I'm just finishing.
01:26:56We'll go to the next couple of shots.
01:26:57I think you should go to the next slide.
01:26:58Do I think that you should do this so?
01:26:59No, that's not even yours.
01:27:01I mean, I am not sure.
01:27:03I'm not sure.
01:27:04But if you can see your question.
01:27:05I'm not sure that you've been getting paid for for your time,
01:27:07okay, thank you.
01:27:08You actually want me to join a community?
01:27:10I want you to join me.
01:27:11I'm not sure if you'll join me again.
01:27:12So, please, don't say that you've ever been married.
01:27:13I just want to bring the house up there.
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