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00:00:00Bradley, I'm pregnant. You're gonna be a father.
00:00:05What's she doing here? What do you think?
00:00:08No need to hide anymore. I'm leaving you for Catherine.
00:00:13Unlike you, I'm young and rich. I can give Bradley what he deserves.
00:00:18Catherine hired me to be vice president of her family's hospital.
00:00:21She's also way better in bed.
00:00:23What's that?
00:00:30She's pregnant.
00:00:31What?
00:00:32She must be faking it to trap you.
00:00:35No, it's so desperate.
00:00:38Give it back. Stop.
00:00:39Give it back.
00:01:00What happened?
00:01:11The baby.
00:01:12Is the baby okay?
00:01:17I'm so sorry.
00:01:20We've lost the baby.
00:01:24So sorry.
00:01:25We're right here, sweetheart.
00:01:32We're right here.
00:01:41I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this.
00:01:46I'm ready to come back, Dad.
00:01:48Well, revenge won't heal the heart.
00:01:50This isn't about revenge.
00:01:52This is about holding them accountable.
00:01:54Are you sure you're ready for this?
00:01:56I've been preparing for years, Mom.
00:01:58Okay.
00:02:00But there is a condition.
00:02:06I have an important announcement.
00:02:08My daughter, Mia Gerber, will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation.
00:02:13Is Mia ready for such a big role?
00:02:15I've been concealing my identity to go undercover within the industry.
00:02:18I've learned our competitors from the inside.
00:02:21Trust me.
00:02:23I'm more than ready.
00:02:24Furthermore, Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:33Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:38There is a condition.
00:02:40You're going to have to marry Joshua Lane, the heir of Lane Holdings.
00:02:45Mia's never even met this guy before.
00:02:46It's a strategic alliance, Noah.
00:02:51It's what's best for our families and the company.
00:02:54I'll do it.
00:02:58I'll marry Joshua Lane if that's what it takes.
00:03:00And this alliance will strengthen our company and secure our future.
00:03:08Isn't Joshua Lane famous for being called the new Ruffles?
00:03:19That's what I heard, but I think it'll be good for the company.
00:03:23I don't think it'll be good for the new CEO.
00:03:24I don't think it'll be good for the new Ruffles.
00:03:44Joshua, I was hoping we could...
00:03:46Joshua, I was hoping we could...
00:03:47Not interested. Get lost.
00:03:52Man, you are brutal.
00:03:54That's the fifth girl you've turned down tonight.
00:03:57Hey, I heard you're getting hitched to Mia Gerber.
00:03:59Why didn't you turn her down?
00:04:01This marriage is what my parents want.
00:04:03Couldn't care less about her.
00:04:04Oh, come on. She's the heiress to the Gerber Corporation.
00:04:07There must be some perks to her.
00:04:09Perks are not.
00:04:10She'll learn quickly that I'm not one to be messed with.
00:04:12Gonna give her a hard time, huh?
00:04:14Let's just say that she's got something coming.
00:04:26Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife?
00:04:31I do.
00:04:34And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband?
00:04:39I do.
00:04:41Uh, the rings?
00:04:44We may now kiss the bride.
00:05:05Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
00:05:07This marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world.
00:05:10Don't expect any affection from me.
00:05:13Understood.
00:05:14And vice versa.
00:05:31My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
00:05:34My assistant will set it up.
00:05:35She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
00:05:37So,
00:05:37Joshua has always been so distant with people.
00:06:03Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:06:08You should see all the women I can't stop chasing.
00:06:11Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
00:06:17But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:06:23We need an heir after all.
00:06:25Eleanor, that's enough.
00:06:27I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to leave Lane Holden.
00:06:34Quite the contrary.
00:06:36Actually, Joshua's very passionate, especially in the bedroom.
00:06:41No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
00:06:49For your information, passion is not in my DNA, nor does it align with my personal brand.
00:06:55But still, thank you for standing up for me.
00:07:02I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
00:07:07Get the campaign ready.
00:07:13I want that jerk out, Asa.
00:07:19Noah, hey.
00:07:21I need a favor.
00:07:22I need a favor.
00:07:25You're right.
00:07:27Alex and Eleanor Lane are behind a smear campaign against Joshua.
00:07:31Blue Diamond PR is already involved.
00:07:33What agency are we using?
00:07:35We're still deciding.
00:07:37Bids are open for this year's contract.
00:07:40Perfect.
00:07:41I have a plan.
00:07:42I'm offering the Gerber Corporation's annual PR budget.
00:07:49It's one of the largest in the industry.
00:07:51That's an enticing offer, Ms. Gerber.
00:07:54What do you ask of me in return?
00:07:57I need you to withdraw from any campaign against Joshua Lane.
00:08:01I don't mind.
00:08:01I'll cover the cancellation fee.
00:08:03You have a deal.
00:08:10The Gerber Corporation account is too good to pass up.
00:08:14There's a little more.
00:08:16I need you to spread the word.
00:08:18Any PR firm that goes against Joshua Lane will be blacklisted from the Gerber Corporation and our allies.
00:08:25You got it.
00:08:26No one in this industry would be stupid enough to fight against the Gerber Corporation.
00:08:32Wonderful.
00:08:33Yeah.
00:08:34Looking forward to a fruitful partnership.
00:08:41I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you.
00:08:45But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
00:08:49I always knew Eleanor and Alex to be after my position.
00:08:52Just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
00:08:54How do you know about this?
00:08:57Alex struck me as opportunistic.
00:08:58A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholders' opinion.
00:09:01And Eleanor's background in PR made this move predictable.
00:09:05You're more perceptive than I thought.
00:09:08Why are you helping me?
00:09:12Our family's alliance is crucial.
00:09:15Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
00:09:18It's all business.
00:09:22Business, right.
00:09:24Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef with Catherine and Bradley, right?
00:09:30How did you know about that?
00:09:32Didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks.
00:09:36I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
00:09:38I mean, he cheated on you.
00:09:41So what?
00:09:44She must be faking it to trap you.
00:09:47How dare you?
00:09:51You had no right to dig into my past like that.
00:09:54I can take care of myself.
00:10:00What just happened?
00:10:04To your new position as Senior VP.
00:10:07And it's all thanks to my help, of course.
00:10:12Absolutely.
00:10:12You're my lucky charm, honey.
00:10:13Maybe.
00:10:20Imagine if I'd stayed with Mia.
00:10:21Poor and powerless.
00:10:22That's all she ever was.
00:10:24She's a joke.
00:10:25A stepping stone at best.
00:10:28You're by my side.
00:10:28We are unstoppable.
00:10:41Catherine's hospital is resisting our acquisition.
00:10:44Bradley has the new Senior VP as leading the pushback.
00:10:48Do they know I'm the CEO yet?
00:10:50No.
00:10:50As per your request.
00:10:52Perfect.
00:10:53Keep at it.
00:10:53Now, how do I pull this off?
00:11:08There are gaps in Mia's medical record right after her breakup.
00:11:13But these are from the Gerber Corporation's own hospital.
00:11:15Only someone higher up from within can access it.
00:11:18I want to know what happened to Mia during that gap.
00:11:24After the breakup.
00:11:26Even if I know, why would I tell you?
00:11:28Mia helped me.
00:11:29But unless I understand that part of the puzzle,
00:11:32I won't be able to return her favor.
00:11:34To care for her?
00:11:37Don't dislike her?
00:11:40Now, Mia deserves someone who truly loves her.
00:11:43Not you.
00:11:44She's a grown woman.
00:11:46She knows what she wants.
00:11:47Nobody gets to tell her what she deserves.
00:11:49Especially not you.
00:11:58You can choose not to share the information.
00:12:01But you won't be helping her.
00:12:04Your choice.
00:12:08Alright, look.
00:12:11If you have to know,
00:12:13unfortunately,
00:12:15we had a miscarriage.
00:12:16because of an accident involving Bradley and Catherine.
00:12:38How are you
00:12:38feeling?
00:12:40It's none of your business.
00:12:44Not that you would know what that means.
00:12:46I'm sorry for overstepping
00:12:48and being insensitive.
00:12:50I learned about your miscarriage.
00:12:52I had no idea.
00:12:53You didn't know?
00:12:55That doesn't excuse my behavior.
00:12:58I apologize.
00:13:00I may have overreacted.
00:13:02You were hurting.
00:13:03That's understandable.
00:13:03So you're not a robot.
00:13:06Like everyone says you are.
00:13:08Of course I'm not.
00:13:09Who says that?
00:13:10Everyone.
00:13:11Your family,
00:13:12your friends,
00:13:13your co-workers,
00:13:15enemies.
00:13:16I even heard the maids joking about it the other day.
00:13:20Bar them all.
00:13:21No, no.
00:13:22No, it's okay.
00:13:24They're allowed to joke.
00:13:25They've been doing a wonderful job.
00:13:26Besides,
00:13:28I think you should
00:13:29talk like this.
00:13:31It suits you.
00:13:34It's not funny.
00:13:37It's late.
00:13:41You're going to bed.
00:13:43Okay.
00:13:45Good night.
00:13:52Talk like this.
00:13:56Go ahead with the plan.
00:14:07Short the stock of Catherine's company.
00:14:10I want to see them bleed.
00:14:20Mia,
00:14:21you need to see this.
00:14:22The stock of Catherine's hospital
00:14:24has been shortened dramatically.
00:14:25They're on the verge of bankruptcy.
00:14:27Just a week?
00:14:28How is this possible?
00:14:29Seems like a coordinated attack.
00:14:31Someone powerful is behind this.
00:14:36Joshua.
00:14:42Did you short Catherine's stock?
00:14:44Yes, I did.
00:14:46Why?
00:14:47Strictly for business.
00:14:48To protect our family's alliances.
00:14:50Your enemies are my enemies now.
00:14:52Thank you, Joshua.
00:14:53That's necessary.
00:14:55Just like you would do.
00:14:56Now to pay a little visit
00:14:57to Bradley and Catherine.
00:15:06Bradley,
00:15:07what are we going to do?
00:15:08They're taking everything.
00:15:10I can't believe this is happening.
00:15:13As of now,
00:15:14this hospital is under
00:15:15Gerber Corporation's control.
00:15:16Yes,
00:15:17the Gerber Corporation.
00:15:19As in my family's company.
00:15:20Mia Gerber?
00:15:21I thought you were Mia Whitlock.
00:15:23Whitlock was just a name I used
00:15:25to conceal my identity.
00:15:26You betrayed and hurt my wife.
00:15:29Now you're facing the consequences.
00:15:30I've resigned.
00:15:31You can't touch me.
00:15:33Resignation or not, Bradley,
00:15:34your career is over.
00:15:35I've seen to it that everyone in this industry
00:15:37won't touch you after what you've done.
00:15:40Mia,
00:15:40you know that I never meant to hurt you.
00:15:44This hospital is all that I have left.
00:15:46Please.
00:15:47No.
00:15:49That day that I fell,
00:15:51you stood there and watched.
00:15:53You made your decision then.
00:15:55Mia, can we talk?
00:15:56I know I hurt you deeply.
00:15:57I just want to apologize
00:15:58to make things right.
00:16:14Mia,
00:16:14I'm truly sorry
00:16:15about everything.
00:16:18I dreamt about you and the baby
00:16:19every day.
00:16:20I just couldn't bring myself
00:16:21to tell you this
00:16:22after the accident
00:16:23because I felt so ashamed of myself.
00:16:25Your apology can't undo
00:16:27what's been done, Bradley.
00:16:29I know.
00:16:30I just,
00:16:30I need you to know
00:16:32that I will always care about you
00:16:34deeply.
00:16:47You're really like they say.
00:16:50Tall.
00:16:51Handsome.
00:16:52Powerful.
00:16:55You know I can make you
00:17:02a very happy man.
00:17:06I do not engage with women
00:17:08who have no shame.
00:17:11Handsome.
00:17:16Catherine manipulated me,
00:17:18but now I realize
00:17:19she's nothing compared to you.
00:17:20we could start over.
00:17:22With your family's resources,
00:17:24I could help you grow the business.
00:17:25We could be parents again.
00:17:27Give us a chance.
00:17:29You know,
00:17:30if I wasn't 100% sure before,
00:17:32I am now.
00:17:34You're a piece of human trash.
00:17:38You're right.
00:17:38I'm doing it.
00:17:39But think about all the good memories
00:17:40we have.
00:17:41Think about more to come.
00:17:42Just say...
00:17:43Let go.
00:17:44Mia, don't...
00:17:44Bradley.
00:17:44I'm serious.
00:17:45Don't get the fuck out of here.
00:17:49Fuck out of here.
00:17:56I should have intervened
00:17:57before Bradley could touch you.
00:17:58It's fine, Joshua.
00:18:00Thank you for stepping in.
00:18:02Thank you for...
00:18:05everything.
00:18:06Everything.
00:18:06Yeah, I followed through
00:18:10with all my business plans.
00:18:12Right.
00:18:13Yeah.
00:18:13The business plan.
00:18:16You know,
00:18:16you call me your wife
00:18:17for the first time.
00:18:19Don't look into it too much.
00:18:21Let's go.
00:18:22Actually,
00:18:23you know what?
00:18:25Now that all the revenge
00:18:26is done,
00:18:27I think I want to take
00:18:28some time alone
00:18:29to
00:18:30figure out my feelings.
00:18:33I understand.
00:18:34I understand.
00:18:36They've destroyed everything.
00:18:42We can't let them
00:18:43get away with this.
00:18:47What if we take
00:18:48Mia?
00:18:50A ransom would help us,
00:18:52but hurt Mia.
00:18:54Yes.
00:18:55Abducting Mia Gerber.
00:18:58Let's see how
00:18:58Joshua Lane reacts then.
00:19:01But how will we get to Mia?
00:19:03I know that she always
00:19:03goes to this one spot
00:19:05alone
00:19:05from what I know about her.
00:19:08She must be there right now.
00:19:09Oh,
00:19:11I know that she is
00:19:13playing with her.
00:19:13I know that she is
00:19:14looking forial
00:19:16that she is
00:19:19the outside.
00:19:19We can —
00:19:20you know,
00:19:21she says her
00:19:22job the way
00:19:23to get here,
00:19:24but she's
00:19:25being eaten
00:19:25in her..
00:19:25a
00:19:27there.
00:19:28Oh,
00:19:28there,
00:19:29there.
00:19:29Oh,
00:19:29there,
00:19:30there!
00:19:30Oh,
00:19:31there…
00:19:32Oh,
00:19:33there!
00:19:34Oh,
00:19:35there,
00:19:35there!
00:19:36There,
00:19:37there,
00:20:07Hey!
00:20:10Hey!
00:20:13Help!
00:20:22Thought you could get rid of us, Mia?
00:20:25You and Joshua will regret ever crossing us.
00:20:31Don't bring him into this, you bitch!
00:20:37That's for talking back to me.
00:20:52Look at you.
00:20:53Just as pathetic as the day you fell.
00:20:56Of course I could have saved you.
00:20:59But why would I?
00:21:00You and your baby are worth nothing.
00:21:09Joshua Lane?
00:21:11Listen up.
00:21:13We have Mia Gerber.
00:21:14You want her back?
00:21:15Get ready with a hefty ransom.
00:21:17I'll pay the ransom.
00:21:19But listen to me clearly.
00:21:21I will hunt you down and you'll wish you'd never cross me.
00:21:31Well, based on the footage from Mia's car camera,
00:21:34it seems Bradley and Catherine are behind this.
00:21:37These are the possible locations where Mia can be.
00:21:41This one.
00:21:42Mia.
00:21:55I got you.
00:21:59Let's get you out.
00:22:00Let's get you out.
00:22:28Let's get you out.
00:22:29It's not worth it.
00:22:44Other matters have occupied my brain.
00:22:51I know that's not an excuse to forget about you, but I guess that's just life someday.
00:23:14Made you some soup.
00:23:21It's very unique.
00:23:25What is this?
00:23:26My mom's recipe.
00:23:28Before she passed away, she used to make it for me when I was sick.
00:23:31Thought it might comfort you.
00:23:34I must have made it wrong.
00:23:35It's wonderful.
00:23:37I don't know how to thank you enough.
00:23:40It's nothing.
00:23:42I just did what I had to do.
00:23:46Joshua, is this still just a marriage of convenience for you?
00:23:52Excuse me, Mr. and Mrs. Lane.
00:23:54A guest has arrived.
00:23:55Her name is Susie Harper.
00:23:57Susie's back.
00:23:58Oh, I've missed you so much.
00:24:09Susie, it's been ages.
00:24:15When's the last time we saw each other?
00:24:18Um, four years ago before I went abroad.
00:24:21It's been too long.
00:24:23Welcome back, Susie.
00:24:24I came back just for you.
00:24:26Oh, there's so much.
00:24:28Hey.
00:24:29Um, Susie, this is my wife, Mia.
00:24:33Um, Mia, this is Susie, an old friend of mine.
00:24:37So, you're the one Joshua had to marry.
00:24:41Oh, Susie, that's enough.
00:24:44Joshua and I have a special bond, you know?
00:24:48We've been friends since, like, forever.
00:24:51He means a lot to me.
00:24:53I want him to be happy.
00:24:55I think we all want that.
00:24:57Do you?
00:24:58Joshua and I talk often over the phone.
00:25:01He confides in me.
00:25:03I'm one of the few he truly trusts.
00:25:05He mentioned he was quite unhappy about the marriage.
00:25:09Right.
00:25:10Uh, well, it seems like you two have a lot to catch up on.
00:25:13So, I'll leave you to it.
00:25:20Susie, why would you say those things?
00:25:23I told you I have doubts before the wedding.
00:25:25Not since then.
00:25:27Joshua, you're clearly unhappy.
00:25:29I was just speaking up for you.
00:25:31I don't need you to look out for me.
00:25:34I'm sorry.
00:25:36I just...
00:25:38I was trying to help, since you clearly didn't want the marriage.
00:25:44I don't mind it now.
00:25:46Do you like her?
00:25:48She's fine.
00:25:50This means I still have a chance.
00:25:54Joshua.
00:25:55Joshua.
00:25:56If I had stayed by your side, you never would have had to marry a complete stranger like me and Gerber.
00:26:02I'm sure it hasn't been pleasant.
00:26:04Now that I'm back, you can always talk to me.
00:26:08Susie, you're a great friend.
00:26:11Of course.
00:26:12We'll always be there for you.
00:26:22How's it going?
00:26:24It's this marriage.
00:26:26It's Joshua.
00:26:27He's like a shadow.
00:26:28He's always there, but never really close.
00:26:32You deserve someone who can give you all the love and appreciation you need.
00:26:36Remember, if you ever need anything, I'm here.
00:26:40Thank you, Noah.
00:26:42How can I live without you?
00:26:46And I can't live without you.
00:26:50How can I live without you?
00:27:12How can I live without you?
00:27:14I'll do everything to protect you, Mia.
00:27:18Joshua.
00:27:30We can't be like this forever.
00:27:34We have to talk.
00:27:35Why don't you talk to Noah?
00:27:39Seems like you have plenty to say to him.
00:27:41I don't even know what that means.
00:27:43There's nothing between Noah and me.
00:27:45You and Susie, on the other hand.
00:27:47What?
00:27:49Whatever you think, I don't care.
00:27:51What's he doing here?
00:28:09Look, I'm here to deliver some documents to Mia.
00:28:13And if you ever hurt her, just know that I will protect her at all costs.
00:28:27And what exactly have you done to protect her?
00:28:31Seems like I'll talk for no action.
00:28:33What are you two doing?
00:28:35What's going on here?
00:28:37Joshua, why are you acting so abrasion?
00:28:39This is ridiculous.
00:28:40You invite him into our house just to talk to him?
00:28:43I didn't invite-
00:28:44Joshua!
00:28:45I'm sorry, Mia.
00:28:46I didn't mean to cause any breath between you two.
00:28:48It wasn't my intention.
00:28:49It's fine.
00:28:50Why are you here?
00:28:51I'm here to protect you and the company.
00:28:54I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare.
00:28:58Is that Dwayne?
00:29:00The CEO of Melody Healthcare.
00:29:04Ms. Gerber, an emergency board meeting has been called.
00:29:11What?
00:29:19We need to talk about the leadership of this company.
00:29:22It is clear that Mia's recent decisions, well, they've been questionable.
00:29:28Acquiring Katherine Finney's hospital was a big misstep.
00:29:36Now Melody's healthcare is outpacing us.
00:29:39Mia, I'm sorry, but you're too young and inexperienced to be in this role.
00:29:45I believe under my leadership, our profits have already increased by 20% compared to last year.
00:29:52That's due to the overall market trend, not because of your leadership.
00:29:56My strategies have been more than effective.
00:30:00The Finley acquisition has potential long-term benefits and our growth, by the way, is not just a fluke.
00:30:07This company, this board needs a leader with experience and vision, not someone learning on a job.
00:30:15As a senior VP on behalf of all the employees with Gerber Corporation, we support Mia.
00:30:21I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring Melody Healthcare to undermine the company.
00:30:26I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring Melody Healthcare to undermine the company.
00:30:32What is this? What are you doing?
00:30:37These are communications between Dwayne and Melody Healthcare. He leaked our strategy.
00:30:42You're fired, Dwayne. Effective immediately.
00:30:47I've been with you since you founded the company. All these years I'm never the CEO, but you give it to your daughter?
00:30:54I've always known you were ambitious, but I never thought you would stoop this low.
00:30:58Your lack of trustworthiness is why you were never the CEO.
00:31:03We built this company on integrity and trust. Values you clearly lack.
00:31:10Security, escort Mr. Kaiser out.
00:31:13Wait.
00:31:15Dean.
00:31:25Mia, we're so proud of you. You really handled the crisis well.
00:31:31You truly are a Gerber.
00:31:36Noah, I can't thank you enough.
00:31:38Of course. You know I'd do anything for you.
00:31:40You know, I never asked, but how did you get your hands on those documents?
00:31:46It all started with an anonymous tip.
00:31:49Someone delivered photos of Dwayne meeting with the owner of Melody Healthcare.
00:31:53And I intercepted the tip.
00:31:57This is your schedule for the week.
00:31:59And what's this?
00:32:01Seems to be about Mr. Kaiser.
00:32:03Okay, I'll take that too. Thanks.
00:32:10Anonymous.
00:32:16Who would do that?
00:32:18I don't know.
00:32:20But the photos led me to dig deeper.
00:32:22And eventually I found clear evidence of his betrayal.
00:32:26Can I see the photos?
00:32:34I think I might know who's behind this.
00:32:36But I need to confirm.
00:32:38Hey.
00:32:42Ethan.
00:32:43I need to talk to you about these photos.
00:32:45Is this you?
00:32:46In the reflection?
00:32:47Were you following Dwayne?
00:32:49Yeah, it's me.
00:32:50Joshua asked me to keep an eye on Dwayne.
00:32:53He's had his suspicions about Dwayne's loyalty for a while.
00:32:56We then delivered the photos.
00:32:58Mr. Lane.
00:32:59What a surprise.
00:33:02Should I tell Ms. Lane you're here?
00:33:04No need to.
00:33:08Why couldn't Joshua just tell me about his suspicions?
00:33:12Joshua's a...
00:33:14He's a complicated man.
00:33:16He means well, but he struggles with expressing himself.
00:33:19He's never gone through such steps for anyone before Mia.
00:33:22This must mean he cares about you.
00:33:24He could just talk to me next time.
00:33:27Well, Joshua has his ways.
00:33:29He might not show it, but he cares deeply.
00:33:32I just ask that you...
00:33:35Don't hurt him.
00:33:37I won't.
00:33:40Your loyal friend, Ethan.
00:33:49Joshua, I need to talk to you.
00:33:51It's about Dwayne Kaiser and Melody Healthcare.
00:33:53What about it?
00:33:55I know you sent Ethan to follow Dwayne.
00:33:57Why didn't you just talk to me?
00:33:59It just seemed like the best course of action at the time.
00:34:02Joshua, is there more to this marriage than the alliance?
00:34:06Did you do it because...
00:34:08No, no. It's nothing like that.
00:34:10I just couldn't have my wife being voted out as CEO on paper.
00:34:13It looked bad for me.
00:34:15So it's all about appearances?
00:34:17Yes, Mia.
00:34:18It's all it ever is.
00:34:19We agreed to a business arrangement.
00:34:21Joshua, I'm so tired of this.
00:34:24Of living in a fantasy where I never actually get to know you.
00:34:28I'm more than just a tool for business advancement or...
00:34:33Keeping up appearances.
00:34:36I want a divorce.
00:34:40I want a divorce.
00:34:44Are you sure about this?
00:34:45I deserve something real in my life, Joshua.
00:34:50Not this...
00:34:52facade.
00:34:54I deserve to be more than just a business arrangement in somebody's life.
00:34:58I want genuine happiness.
00:35:00I understand.
00:35:02If that's what you want.
00:35:07Joshua, please.
00:35:11Let's proceed with the divorce.
00:35:12Let's see you with the divorce.
00:35:13You're welcome.
00:35:38You're welcome.
00:35:39Joshua, what are you doing to yourself?
00:35:55Mia.
00:35:56Mia?
00:35:59Mia, don't leave, don't leave.
00:36:00You're drunk.
00:36:01Please, help me take him to his car.
00:36:05I'll take him to my place, he shouldn't be alone.
00:36:09Okay, let's go.
00:36:21Mia.
00:36:23Mia.
00:36:31Morning, Josh.
00:36:33Here, drink this.
00:36:35You've had quite a night.
00:36:37Susie.
00:36:40Where am I?
00:36:41This is my apartment.
00:36:43Nothing bad happened.
00:36:45I also drove your car back here.
00:36:47How did I get here?
00:36:49You were really drunk.
00:36:51I didn't think you should be alone.
00:36:54Josh, what happened?
00:36:56It's over between me and Mia.
00:36:59We're getting a divorce.
00:37:00Maybe it was never meant to be.
00:37:08You deserve someone who understands and loves you.
00:37:14No, I, I can't do this, Susie.
00:37:24Why?
00:37:25I have always loved you.
00:37:28Now that you and Mia are getting a divorce, we can finally be together.
00:37:32Susie, you are a dear friend and like a little sister.
00:37:37It can't be anything more.
00:37:38No, I'm sorry.
00:37:42Do you really love that Mia Kerber?
00:37:45I, yes, as a matter of fact, I do.
00:37:50I need to go tell her.
00:37:53Now.
00:37:54You are calling and you are ready to do an automatic quick message.
00:38:20No, uh, hey.
00:38:39I've decided to divorce Joshua.
00:38:41Are you okay?
00:38:43I'm fine.
00:38:44It's just, it's for the best.
00:38:47There's something I need to tell you, not have a question.
00:38:49Oh, sorry.
00:38:51It's the hospital.
00:38:52Hello?
00:38:53What?
00:38:55What happened?
00:38:56Is he okay?
00:38:58Okay, yeah, I'll be right there.
00:39:00What's wrong?
00:39:01It's Joshua.
00:39:02He's been in an accident.
00:39:11Excuse me, excuse me.
00:39:12I'm here for Joshua Lane.
00:39:13Okay.
00:39:19Joshua.
00:39:23Miss Kerber?
00:39:25Yeah.
00:39:25We found that Mr. Lane was attempting to call you when the accident occurred.
00:39:31It's somebody's fault.
00:39:32It was nobody's fault.
00:39:36It was an accident.
00:39:37But right now, he needs you.
00:39:40Do your best to help him wake up, will you?
00:39:41I won't leave you, Joshua.
00:39:50You remember that soup you made me?
00:39:52It meant the world to me.
00:39:55And whenever you get better, I'm gonna make you that soup.
00:40:00Because it was your mom's recipe.
00:40:04It was those little moments with you.
00:40:08You know, whenever we would wake up and come out of our rooms and see each other in the morning,
00:40:14sometimes that was the happiest part of my day.
00:40:16Please come back to me.
00:40:31This is all your fault, Mia.
00:40:34You drove him to this.
00:40:36You hurt him.
00:40:38And now, look what's happened to him.
00:40:41Sorry.
00:40:43I don't know.
00:40:43I don't know.
00:40:44I don't know.
00:40:47Mia, we have a problem.
00:40:50Eleanor and Alex are plotting to make Alex the new CEO while Joshua's in a coma.
00:40:54Now even Joshua's father has been convinced.
00:40:56So they're using Joshua's condition to their advantage.
00:40:59I won't stand for it.
00:41:01What's the plan?
00:41:02I'm meeting with Mr. Lang.
00:41:04He's a key shareholder of Lane Holdings.
00:41:06His voice can sway their opinion.
00:41:10Thank you for agreeing to meet me on such short notice, Mr. Lang.
00:41:13I've always been curious about the famous Mia Gerber.
00:41:16After all, he's the one who led Gerber Corporation to the next level.
00:41:20You're too kind.
00:41:21I'm merely stating a fact.
00:41:22Not everyone in the second generation is as capable as you.
00:41:26So, tell me.
00:41:28Why do you want to see me?
00:41:30Is it about Alex being the new CEO?
00:41:32You're a wise man, Mr. Lang.
00:41:35Joshua's vision has been the driving force behind Lane Holdings.
00:41:40We cannot allow Alex to derail that.
00:41:42I can't do anything at this time.
00:41:45Joshua is out of commission.
00:41:46It's best to have someone lead the company.
00:41:49Gerald is not in good health after a stroke.
00:41:54Alex is the only choice.
00:41:56What if I told you there's another choice?
00:42:00What if I told you there's another choice?
00:42:04I can be the interim CEO of Lane Holdings as Joshua's legal wife.
00:42:09I can uphold his legacy and, as you mentioned before, I'm a very capable CEO in my own right.
00:42:16Your vote, of course, is crucial, but more than anything, people trust your judgment.
00:42:22If you choose to have faith in me, others will follow.
00:42:25And I promise, I won't disappoint.
00:42:27Can you run two companies at the same time?
00:42:31I have a very capable team over at Gerber Corporation.
00:42:34They'll keep things running smoothly, even if I'm not there full-time.
00:42:38I'll devote my time to Lane Holdings until Joshua gets better.
00:42:42What if he doesn't?
00:42:44He will.
00:42:46I admire your tenacity.
00:42:48I'll do what I can.
00:42:50Thank you, Mr. Lang.
00:42:57I'll fight for you, Joshua.
00:43:12You did the same for me.
00:43:17I won't let you down.
00:43:24Given Joshua's current condition,
00:43:26I propose Mia Gerber as the interim CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:43:32Mia Gerber?
00:43:33She's from a different company.
00:43:35How is she even qualified?
00:43:36Mia is Joshua's wife, the legal heir.
00:43:39She's proven her capabilities with Gerber Corporation.
00:43:42Combining the strengths of both companies and of her leadership
00:43:45will only make Lane Holdings strong.
00:43:48This is absurd.
00:43:49Mia is practically a stranger to our company's operations.
00:43:53While I appreciate your concerns,
00:43:56I think my track record speaks for itself.
00:44:00And unlike Alex here,
00:44:01who has had his hand in multiple
00:44:02questionable business dealings,
00:44:05I offer a clean slate
00:44:07and a fresh perspective.
00:44:09I agree with Mr. Lang.
00:44:11Mia's appointment as interim CEO
00:44:13is the best course of action for now.
00:44:16But that...
00:44:17Stop, Alex.
00:44:23Joshua, I hope you're proud.
00:44:29Let's go.
00:44:31Ain't gonna take over?
00:44:32No consequences, Mia?
00:44:34I'm gonna make her pay.
00:44:35I won't be touching her.
00:44:39Who the fuck are you?
00:44:46Dammit, she's gone.
00:44:47Take care of me.
00:44:48See the security camera?
00:44:58I'm gonna get the footage.
00:45:00And if you ever try and hurt me again,
00:45:01I'll call the police.
00:45:03You'll never become a CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:45:05Ever.
00:45:06God damn it!
00:45:07Thanks.
00:45:26Noah, what happened?
00:45:27Don't worry, I'm fine.
00:45:29You're...
00:45:30You're not...
00:45:31I'm fine.
00:45:32You're bleeding.
00:45:35Are you okay?
00:45:36Thanks, but the...
00:45:41You know, the reason I came over
00:45:42was I wanted to
00:45:43finish our conversation from before.
00:45:45Mrs. Lane.
00:45:46It's Mr. Lane.
00:45:47He's waking up from the coma.
00:45:51I have to go to the hospital.
00:45:53Sorry.
00:45:54I just want to tell you something.
00:45:54No, no.
00:45:55Nothing's more important than Joshua right now.
00:46:01Joshua, Joshua, Joshua.
00:46:03It's fucking Joshua, huh?
00:46:06When you wake up,
00:46:10we can be together.
00:46:13Mia doesn't deserve you.
00:46:15But you and I,
00:46:18we are meant to be.
00:46:24Mia.
00:46:26Joshua, you're awake.
00:46:29Mia.
00:46:32Excuse me, miss.
00:46:32Mr. Lane?
00:46:38Mr. Lane?
00:46:39Mia.
00:46:41Can you hear me, sir?
00:46:42Mia.
00:46:43Call his wife, Mia Gerber, immediately.
00:46:45Mr. Lane, I need you to concentrate for me.
00:46:47Do you remember what day it is?
00:46:50Mia.
00:46:51Yes, we're getting your wife right now, sir.
00:46:58Joshua.
00:46:58I'm sorry.
00:47:00This is all my fault.
00:47:01No, Mia.
00:47:03Don't blame yourself.
00:47:05It's a price I was willing to pay.
00:47:07You got hurt because of me.
00:47:09Mia, listen to me.
00:47:14I'm sorry for all the pain I've caused you.
00:47:17For not being honest about my feelings.
00:47:21I was afraid to admit it.
00:47:23Even to myself.
00:47:24I can't hide it anymore.
00:47:27I love you, Mia.
00:47:31I never thought I'd hear you say those words.
00:47:34I should have said them sooner.
00:47:38I love you too, Joshua.
00:47:39Joshua.
00:47:39Joshua.
00:47:39Joshua.
00:47:54What do you want, Dwayne?
00:48:10Just to talk.
00:48:11You are underappreciated, Noah.
00:48:16Maybe we could help each other out.
00:48:18Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife?
00:48:25I do.
00:48:28And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband?
00:48:32You may now kiss the bride.
00:48:43Bradley, I'm pregnant.
00:48:45You're going to be your father.
00:48:46What's she doing here?
00:48:50What do you think?
00:48:51No need to hide anymore.
00:48:53I'm leaving you.
00:48:54For Catherine.
00:48:56Unlike you, I'm young and rich.
00:48:58I can give Bradley what he deserves.
00:49:00Catherine hired me to be vice president in her family's hospital.
00:49:03She's also way better in bed.
00:49:05What's that?
00:49:12She's pregnant?
00:49:14What?
00:49:14She must be faking it to trap you.
00:49:18No, it's not.
00:49:19I'm so desperate.
00:49:21Give it back.
00:49:22Stop.
00:49:22It's not.
00:49:23Give it back.
00:49:23Give it back.
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00:50:12I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this.
00:50:20I'm ready to come back, Dan.
00:50:22Well, revenge won't heal the heart.
00:50:24This isn't about revenge.
00:50:26This is about holding them accountable.
00:50:28Are you sure you're ready for this?
00:50:30I've been preparing for years, Mom.
00:50:32Okay.
00:50:33But there is a condition.
00:50:40I have an important announcement.
00:50:42My daughter, Mia Gerber, will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation.
00:50:47Is Mia ready for such a big role?
00:50:49I've been concealing my identity to go undercover within the industry.
00:50:52I've learned our competitors from the inside.
00:50:55Trust me.
00:50:57I'm more than ready.
00:51:00Furthermore, Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:51:05And this alliance will strengthen our company and secure our future.
00:51:11Isn't Joshua Lane famous for being called in Ruffles?
00:51:23That's what I heard.
00:51:24But I think it'll be good for the company.
00:51:26I don't think it'll be good for them to see more.
00:51:28I don't think it'll be good for them to see more.
00:51:28Joshua Lane has always been so distant with people.
00:51:51Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:51:57You're just the other woman that can't stop chasing.
00:52:01Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
00:52:05But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:52:13We need an heir after all.
00:52:14Eleanor, that's enough.
00:52:17I'm just saying.
00:52:19Perhaps Alex is a better fit to leave Lane Holdings.
00:52:23Quite the contrary.
00:52:25Actually, Joshua's very passionate.
00:52:28Especially in the bedroom.
00:52:29No doubt that you'll have that air soon.
00:52:35Unlock daily drama on Snack Short.
00:52:39Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
00:52:40This marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world.
00:52:44Don't expect any affection from me.
00:52:46Understood.
00:52:47And vice versa.
00:52:48My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
00:53:07My assistant will set it up.
00:53:08She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
00:53:11Dumb.
00:53:11Joshua has always been so distant with people.
00:53:24Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:53:29You should see all the women that can't stop chasing.
00:53:33Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
00:53:38But I wonder, Joshua.
00:53:40If you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:53:45We need an heir after all.
00:53:47Elinor, that's enough.
00:53:49I'm just saying.
00:53:52Perhaps Alex is a better fit to leave Lane Holdings.
00:53:55Quite the contrary.
00:53:57Actually, Joshua's very passionate.
00:54:01Especially in the bedroom.
00:54:02No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
00:54:05For your information, passion is not in my DNA.
00:54:15Nor does it align with my personal brand.
00:54:18But still, thank you for standing up for me.
00:54:22I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
00:54:33Get the campaign ready.
00:54:35I want that jerk out.
00:54:36Asa.
00:54:41Noah, hey.
00:54:42I need a favor.
00:54:47I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you.
00:54:51But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
00:54:53I always knew Elinor and Alex to be after my position.
00:54:58I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
00:55:01How do you know about this?
00:55:02Alex struck me as opportunistic.
00:55:04A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholders' opinion.
00:55:07And Elinor's background in PR made this move predictable.
00:55:10You're more perceptive than I thought.
00:55:14Why are you helping me?
00:55:19Our family's alliance is crucial.
00:55:21Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
00:55:24It's all business.
00:55:28Business, right.
00:55:30Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef with Catherine and Bradley, right?
00:55:36How did you know about that?
00:55:37You didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks.
00:55:42I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
00:55:45I mean, he cheated on you.
00:55:47So what?
00:55:50She must be faking it to trap you.
00:55:55How dare you.
00:55:57You had no right to dig into my past like that.
00:56:01I can take care of myself.
00:56:02What just happened?
00:56:10I want to know what happened to Mia during that gap.
00:56:12After the breakup.
00:56:14Mia helped me.
00:56:15But unless I understand that part of the puzzle,
00:56:17I won't be able to return her favor.
00:56:20Do you care for her?
00:56:23You don't dislike her?
00:56:23Now, Mia deserves someone who truly loves her.
00:56:28Not you.
00:56:30She's a grown woman.
00:56:31She knows what she wants.
00:56:33Nobody gets to tell her what she deserves.
00:56:35Especially not you.
00:56:35You can choose not to share the information.
00:56:47But you won't be helping her.
00:56:50Your choice.
00:56:54Alright, look.
00:56:56If you have to know,
00:56:58unfortunately,
00:57:00Mia had a miscarriage
00:57:01because of an accident involving Bradley and Catherine.
00:57:04How are you
00:57:18feeling?
00:57:21It's none of your business.
00:57:23Not that you would know what that means.
00:57:26I'm sorry for overstepping
00:57:27and being insensitive.
00:57:29I learned about your miscarriage.
00:57:31I had no idea.
00:57:33You didn't know?
00:57:33That doesn't excuse my behavior.
00:57:37I apologize.
00:57:39I may have overreacted.
00:57:41You were hurting.
00:57:42That's understandable.
00:57:44So you're not a robot.
00:57:45Like everyone says you are.
00:57:47Of course I'm not.
00:57:48Who says that?
00:57:50Everyone.
00:57:51Your family,
00:57:51your friends,
00:57:52your co-workers,
00:57:55enemies.
00:57:55I even heard the maids
00:57:57joking about it the other day.
00:57:59Fire them all.
00:58:00No, no.
00:58:01No, it's okay.
00:58:03They're allowed to joke.
00:58:04They've been doing a wonderful job.
00:58:07Besides,
00:58:08I think you should
00:58:08talk like this.
00:58:10It suits you.
00:58:12It's not funny.
00:58:15I...
00:58:16It's late.
00:58:20I'm going to bed.
00:58:23Okay.
00:58:24Good night.
00:58:31Talk like this.
00:58:33Go ahead with plan.
00:58:47Short the stock of Catherine's company.
00:58:48I want to see them bleed.
00:58:51Mia,
00:58:58you need to see this.
00:58:59The stock of Catherine's hospital
00:59:00has been shortened dramatically.
00:59:02They're on the verge of bankruptcy.
00:59:04Just a week?
00:59:05How is this possible?
00:59:06Seems like a coordinated attack.
00:59:08Someone powerful is behind this.
00:59:13Joshua.
00:59:19Did you short Catherine's stock?
00:59:22Yes, I did.
00:59:23Why?
00:59:24Strictly for business.
00:59:25To protect our family's alliances.
00:59:27Your enemies are my enemies now.
00:59:29Thank you, Joshua.
00:59:30I just did what's necessary.
00:59:32Just thank you again.
00:59:33Now to pay a little visit
00:59:34to Bradley and Catherine.
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00:59:45Susie, it's been ages.
00:59:48When's the last time
00:59:49we saw each other?
00:59:50Four years ago
00:59:52before I went abroad.
00:59:54It's been too long.
00:59:55Welcome back, Sus.
00:59:56I came back just for you.
00:59:59Oh, there's so much...
01:00:01Thanks.
01:00:03Susie, this is
01:00:04my wife, Mia.
01:00:07Mia, this is Susie.
01:00:09An old friend of mine.
01:00:10So,
01:00:11you're the one
01:00:12Joshua had to marry.
01:00:14Oh, Susie.
01:00:15That's enough.
01:00:16Joshua and I have a special bond.
01:00:19You know,
01:00:20we've been friends
01:00:21since, like, forever.
01:00:24He means a lot to me.
01:00:26I want him to be happy.
01:00:27I think we all love that.
01:00:29Do you?
01:00:31Joshua and I talk often
01:00:32over the phone.
01:00:33He confides in me.
01:00:35I'm one of the few
01:00:36he truly trusts.
01:00:38He mentioned he was
01:00:38quite unhappy
01:00:39about the marriage.
01:00:41Right.
01:00:42Uh,
01:00:43well, it seems like you two
01:00:44have a lot to catch up on,
01:00:45so
01:00:45I'll leave you to it.
01:00:46How's it going?
01:00:58It's this marriage.
01:00:59It's Joshua.
01:01:00He's like a shadow.
01:01:01He's
01:01:01always there,
01:01:03but never really close.
01:01:06You deserve someone
01:01:07who can give you
01:01:08all the love
01:01:08and appreciation you need.
01:01:11Remember,
01:01:11if you ever need anything,
01:01:12I'm here.
01:01:15Thank you, Noah.
01:01:16How can I live without you?
01:01:23And I can't live without you.
01:01:45Joshua!
01:01:46We can't be like this forever.
01:01:50We have to talk.
01:01:53Why don't you talk to Noah?
01:01:55Seems like you have
01:01:56plenty to say to him.
01:01:57I don't even know
01:01:58what that means.
01:01:59There's nothing between
01:02:00Noah and me.
01:02:01You and Susie,
01:02:02on the other hand.
01:02:03What?
01:02:05Whatever you think,
01:02:06I don't care.
01:02:06I don't care.
01:02:06What's he doing here?
01:02:24What's he doing here?
01:02:26Look,
01:02:27I'm here to deliver
01:02:28some documents to Mia.
01:02:29And if you ever
01:02:39hurt her,
01:02:41just know that
01:02:41I will protect her
01:02:42at all costs.
01:02:44And what exactly
01:02:45have you done
01:02:46to protect her?
01:02:47Seems like all talk
01:02:48with no action.
01:02:49What are you two doing?
01:02:52What's going on here?
01:02:54Joshua,
01:02:54why are you acting
01:02:55so rash?
01:02:55This is ridiculous.
01:02:56You invite him
01:02:57into our house
01:02:58just to talk to him?
01:02:59I didn't invite...
01:03:00Joshua!
01:03:01I'm sorry, Mia.
01:03:02I didn't mean to cause
01:03:03any break between you two.
01:03:04It wasn't my intention.
01:03:05It's fine.
01:03:07Why are you here?
01:03:08I'm here to protect you
01:03:09and the company.
01:03:11I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser
01:03:12has been conspiring
01:03:13with Melody Healthcare.
01:03:17Is that Dwayne?
01:03:19And the CEO
01:03:20of Melody Healthcare.
01:03:25Why do you look so
01:03:30sullen all the time?
01:03:31Doesn't look good on you.
01:03:34Wow.
01:03:36Thanks for the comfort.
01:03:41Damn it.
01:03:42Why do I have to say
01:03:42that like that?
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01:03:48Bradley, I'm pregnant.
01:03:50You're going to be
01:03:51your father.
01:03:53What's she doing here?
01:03:55What do you think?
01:03:57No need to hide anymore.
01:03:58I'm leaving you
01:03:59for Catherine.
01:04:01Unlike you,
01:04:02I'm young and rich.
01:04:04I can give Bradley
01:04:05what he deserves.
01:04:06Catherine hired me
01:04:07to be vice president
01:04:07to her family's hospital.
01:04:09She's also way better in bed.
01:04:11What's that?
01:04:18She's pregnant?
01:04:19What?
01:04:21She must be
01:04:22faking it to trap you.
01:04:24No, it's so desperate.
01:04:26Give it back.
01:04:27Stop.
01:04:28Snotty.
01:04:28Give it back.
01:04:29Give it back.
01:04:29Ow! Ow! Ow!
01:04:33Ow!
01:04:34The...
01:04:35Ah! Ah!
01:04:37Ah! Ah!
01:04:39Ah!
01:04:55Where are we?
01:04:57What happened?
01:04:59The baby?
01:05:01Is the baby okay?
01:05:05I'm so sorry.
01:05:09We've lost the baby.
01:05:13I'm so sorry.
01:05:19We're right here, sweetheart. We're right here.
01:05:29I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this.
01:05:35I'm ready to come back, Dad.
01:05:37Well, revenge won't heal the heart.
01:05:39This isn't about revenge. This is about holding them accountable.
01:05:43Are you sure you're ready for this?
01:05:45I've been preparing for years, Mom.
01:05:47Okay. But...
01:05:49There is a condition.
01:05:51I have an important announcement.
01:05:55My daughter, Mia Gerber, will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation.
01:06:01Is Mia ready for such a big role?
01:06:03I've been concealing my identity to go undercover within the industry.
01:06:07I've learned our competitors from the inside.
01:06:09Trust me.
01:06:11I'm more than ready.
01:06:13Furthermore, Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
01:06:19Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
01:06:23There is a condition.
01:06:25There is a condition.
01:06:27You're going to have to marry Joshua Lane, the heir of Lane Holdings.
01:06:31Mia's never even met this guy before.
01:06:33It's a strategic alliance, Noah.
01:06:37It's what's best for our families and the company.
01:06:41I'll do it.
01:06:43I'll marry Joshua Lane if that's what it takes.
01:06:47And this alliance...
01:06:51will strengthen our company and secure our future.
01:07:03Isn't Joshua Lane famous for being called the new Ruffles?
01:07:07That's what I heard, but...
01:07:09I think it'll be good for the company.
01:07:11I don't think it'll be good for the new CEO.
01:07:13I don't know.
01:07:15What?
01:07:17Joshua I was hoping we could...
01:07:19What?
01:07:21Joshua, I was hoping...
01:07:23We could...
01:07:25...not interested.
01:07:27Get lost.
01:07:29Joshua, I was hoping we could-
01:07:35Not interested. Get lost.
01:07:41Man, you are brutal. That's the fifth girl you've turned down tonight.
01:07:45Hey, I heard you're getting hitched to Mia Gerber. Why didn't you turn her down?
01:07:49This marriage is what my parents want. Couldn't care less about her.
01:07:53Oh, come on. She's the heiress to the Gerber Corporation. There must be some perks to her.
01:07:57Perks or not, she'll learn quickly that I'm not one to be messed with.
01:08:01Gonna give her a hard time, huh?
01:08:03Let's just say that she's got something coming.
01:08:15Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife?
01:08:20I do.
01:08:20And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband?
01:08:28I do.
01:08:30Uh, the rings?
01:08:39You may now kiss the bride.
01:08:41Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
01:08:55This marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world.
01:08:59Don't expect any affection from me.
01:09:02Understood.
01:09:03And vice versa.
01:09:04My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
01:09:22My assistant will set it up.
01:09:24She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
01:09:26Don't.
01:09:26Joshua has always been so distant with people.
01:09:50Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
01:09:56You're just the other woman that can't stop chasing.
01:10:00Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
01:10:05But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
01:10:12We need an heir after all.
01:10:14Elinor?
01:10:15That's enough.
01:10:16I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to leave Lane Holden.
01:10:22Quite the contrary.
01:10:24Actually, Joshua's very passionate, especially in the bedroom.
01:10:29No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
01:10:38For your information, passion is not in my DNA, nor does it align with my personal brand.
01:10:44But still, thank you for standing up for me.
01:10:50I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
01:10:55Get the campaign ready.
01:11:02I want that jerk out, Asa.
01:11:08Elinor, hey, I need a favor.
01:11:10I need a favor.
01:11:14You're right.
01:11:16Alex and Elinor Lane are behind a smear campaign against Joshua.
01:11:19Blue Diamond PR is already involved.
01:11:21What agency are we using?
01:11:24We're still deciding.
01:11:25Bids are open for this year's contract.
01:11:28Perfect.
01:11:30I have a plan.
01:11:30I'm offering the Gerber Corporation's annual PR budget.
01:11:37It's one of the largest in the industry.
01:11:39That's an enticing offer, Ms. Gerber.
01:11:43What do you ask of me in return?
01:11:45I need you to withdraw from any campaign against Joshua Lane.
01:11:49I don't mind.
01:11:50I'll cover the cancellation fee.
01:11:57You have a deal.
01:11:59The Gerber Corporation account is too good to pass up.
01:12:03There's a little more.
01:12:05I need you to spread the word.
01:12:07Any PR firm that goes against Joshua Lane will be blacklisted from the Gerber Corporation and our allies.
01:12:14You got it.
01:12:15No one in this industry would be stupid enough to fight against the Gerber Corporation.
01:12:21Wonderful.
01:12:22All right.
01:12:23Looking forward to a fruitful partnership.
01:12:29I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you all.
01:12:33But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
01:12:37I always knew Elinor and Alex to be after my position.
01:12:40I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
01:12:42How do you know about this?
01:12:45Alex struck me as opportunistic.
01:12:47A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholders' opinion.
01:12:50And Elinor's background in PR made this move predictable.
01:12:54You're more perceptive than I thought.
01:12:57Why are you helping me?
01:13:01Our family's alliance is crucial.
01:13:03Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
01:13:06It's all business.
01:13:10Business, right.
01:13:12Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef with Catherine and Bradley, right?
01:13:18How did you know about that?
01:13:21Didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks.
01:13:24I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
01:13:27I mean, he cheated on you.
01:13:29So what?
01:13:30She must be faking it to trap you.
01:13:37How dare you?
01:13:39You had no right to dig into my past like that.
01:13:43I can take care of myself.
01:13:48What just happened?
01:13:49To your new position as senior VP.
01:13:57And it's all thanks to my help, of course.
01:14:00Absolutely.
01:14:01You're my lucky charm, honey.
01:14:02Maybe.
01:14:02Imagine if I'd stayed with Mia.
01:14:10Poor and powerless.
01:14:11That's all she ever was.
01:14:12She's a joke.
01:14:14A stepping stone at best.
01:14:16You're by my side.
01:14:17We are unstoppable.
01:14:18Catherine's hospital is resisting our acquisition.
01:14:32Bradley, as the new senior VP, is waiting to push back.
01:14:36Do they know I'm the CEO yet?
01:14:38No.
01:14:38As per your request.
01:14:40Perfect.
01:14:41Keep at it.
01:14:42Now, how do I pull this off?
01:14:57There are gaps in Mia's medical record right after her breakup.
01:15:01These are from the Gerber Corporation's own hospital.
01:15:04Only someone higher up from within can access it.
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