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