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00:00:00Today's biggest news, Jonathan Whiteford, the city's golden bachelor, is set to marry his longtime fiancée, Julie Miller, uniting New York's most elite families.
00:00:20This is Amber Wilson from J.K.R. News.
00:00:30Mr. Whiteford, your meeting is in 30 minutes.
00:00:37You screw up in cigarettes?
00:00:41It's an important meeting. We need to get ready.
00:00:45You give me a little soft good in the morning.
00:00:47Nolan likes a buzzkill.
00:00:51Good morning to you, too.
00:00:52I had never had Mediterranean food before.
00:00:59So he immediately takes me to this restaurant on 45th.
00:01:02Mmm, Jonathan, he's quite romantic.
00:01:06And then what?
00:01:07Oh, Mabel, right?
00:01:10Sorry, I didn't mean to take your seat.
00:01:12Come join us.
00:01:13We were just chatting about my amazing weekend with Jonathan.
00:01:17Oh, Mabel would know.
00:01:18She schedules everything for Jonathan.
00:01:20Oh, right, his personal assistant.
00:01:24It's nice to meet you.
00:01:26I'm Julie Miller, Jonathan's fiancée.
00:01:29Nice to meet you, Miss Miller.
00:01:31Being his assistant doesn't mean getting personal.
00:01:35Take this as...
00:01:37Oh, wait.
00:01:38I've read so many wonderful things about you, Mabel.
00:01:43Julie.
00:01:45What are you doing here?
00:01:50It's just a surprise visit for my lovely fiancée.
00:02:01Julie, I thought we discussed about keeping boundaries.
00:02:04In front of everyone, play the part, Jonathan.
00:02:07We're engaged, remember?
00:02:10Mabel, are you ready for the meeting?
00:02:13Yes, everything's prepared.
00:02:14Good, I want you to take the lead this time.
00:02:16Lead the meeting?
00:02:17Yes, you've earned it.
00:02:19Feel up for it?
00:02:21Absolutely.
00:02:25Thank you, Mr. Whiteford.
00:02:26I don't need formalities.
00:02:27Come on, let's go.
00:02:28We're going to be late.
00:02:32Always work first with him, huh?
00:02:34Woo-hoo.
00:02:36Congratulations on nailing the pitch, Mabel.
00:02:54Well, I learned from the best.
00:02:56Is he as usual, Jonathan?
00:03:16Mom!
00:03:16Mom!
00:03:16I thought we agreed on calling first.
00:03:20Since when do I need permission to see my son, hmm?
00:03:24What's the matter?
00:03:26We are hosting a joint family dinner with the Millers.
00:03:30You and Julie are expected to be there.
00:03:32We agreed to delay the engagement.
00:03:34This is not up for debate.
00:03:36You will attend the family dinner.
00:03:37And you should join us well, Mabel.
00:03:45A toast.
00:04:04To the union.
00:04:05Mabel, can you pull me some wine?
00:04:12Mabel's a guest.
00:04:12Of course.
00:04:14Miss Miller?
00:04:15A soon-to-be Mrs. Whiteford.
00:04:18Dad, I'm still your daughter.
00:04:21We are so excited to welcome you into our family.
00:04:24This is the first joyful dinner we've had since Fiona.
00:04:34With Jonathan and Julie together, it almost feels like Fiona is with us here again.
00:04:47Mom.
00:04:48We are so looking forward to this marriage.
00:04:52Yeah.
00:04:52I'm full.
00:04:57Please enjoy.
00:05:14You okay?
00:05:16Oh, I'm so sorry.
00:05:18I thought you were someone else.
00:05:20Who are you looking for?
00:05:22Jonathan Whiteford.
00:05:25The owner of the mansion.
00:05:26You, uh, must be his girlfriend.
00:05:29No, just his assistant.
00:05:31I see.
00:05:32I'm Ryan.
00:05:33My father is the gardener here.
00:05:35I know the house really well.
00:05:36I actually may be able to help you.
00:05:38Jonathan has a few favorite spots around here.
00:05:40Though he doesn't visit much nowadays.
00:05:43He does have quite a few properties.
00:05:45Yes.
00:05:46He prefers to live alone.
00:05:48Is that so?
00:05:49Oh, good.
00:05:50We've met.
00:05:52I was thinking of setting you two up on a date.
00:05:55You make a cute couple.
00:05:56A date?
00:06:07Yes, Mabel.
00:06:09Ryan's a fine young man, and you're a diligent worker.
00:06:13You make a good match.
00:06:14Well, it's a kind offer, but I'm not interested in dating anyone right now.
00:06:21No effects.
00:06:22None taken.
00:06:23Anyway, I should go find Jonathan.
00:06:25He has a very early meeting.
00:06:27Mabel, you're a smart girl.
00:06:33I know how busy you've been serving my son.
00:06:36What fun you've had.
00:06:39I don't understand.
00:06:40Let me clarify.
00:06:42You're barely a side dish.
00:06:44Now the main course is served.
00:06:47Stay away from my son.
00:06:50Or lose your position at the company and be blacklisted elsewhere.
00:06:54Have I made myself clear?
00:06:57Now, about you and Ryan.
00:07:03You're quite the pair.
00:07:05I can foresee a wedding in the near future.
00:07:25Morning.
00:07:25The files are ready for you to sign.
00:07:35Were you okay last night?
00:07:38What's on my schedule for today?
00:07:43One meeting in the morning, two in the afternoon.
00:07:46And Julie wants a dinner date.
00:07:48I've set up calendar alerts.
00:08:06You're wearing a new perfume today.
00:08:09He applies later.
00:08:09Yes.
00:08:12Miss Whiteford set me up for a date.
00:08:14It's after work.
00:08:16A date?
00:08:19Are you joking?
00:08:20You're not the only one inclined for a bit of romance.
00:08:24Jonathan.
00:08:24Before we start, you should know that I am a messy eater.
00:08:40And I hate cats.
00:08:42I'm also indifferent to humanity and climate change.
00:08:46We can just agree that this wasn't a match.
00:08:49And that's your strategy for tonight?
00:08:52Tell me more about yourself.
00:08:54What do you want to know?
00:08:55Family?
00:08:56My mom died and my father is a gambler.
00:08:59You'd inherit his debts at the altar.
00:09:01Delightful company you are.
00:09:04I'm a walking old flag.
00:09:06Who knows?
00:09:06I might even become an abuser.
00:09:08An abuser?
00:09:10Do you use ropes?
00:09:13What?
00:09:14You see, I enjoy being tied up, so...
00:09:16Rather intrigued.
00:09:20Weirdo.
00:09:21Says Miss Monster Day.
00:09:24Me all.
00:09:31You're Jack's son.
00:09:36He was such a talented gardener.
00:09:39A favorite servant of mine growing up.
00:09:41If you don't mind, we're on a date.
00:09:44Oh, and having fun, I see.
00:09:46We would be.
00:09:48Without any interruptions.
00:09:55I'm happy.
00:09:56I'm on my way.
00:10:02Okay.
00:10:03Sorry.
00:10:03I have to go.
00:10:07Mabel.
00:10:13Excuse me.
00:10:14I am here for my father, Mr. Morris.
00:10:16What happened?
00:10:17He's stable now.
00:10:18Creditors got rough with him.
00:10:21Broke a couple ribs, but he's breathing.
00:10:22How do I pay for the bills?
00:10:27They've been paid for.
00:10:29By whom?
00:10:33Ryan.
00:10:35What are you doing here?
00:10:37To finish the date.
00:10:38I'm starving.
00:10:40It's a very expensive date.
00:10:43I'll pay you back.
00:10:45Later.
00:10:46For now, let's get something to eat.
00:10:52So, you grew up in the Whiteford Mansion?
00:11:01Yeah, I did.
00:11:02I helped my dad with the gardens, and we planted exotic flowers from around the world.
00:11:08Paradise for plant geeks, for sure.
00:11:10Sounds super nerdy.
00:11:13What?
00:11:13You were serious about your father's debts, weren't you?
00:11:19He was a gambler.
00:11:23He's changed, but it still haunts us.
00:11:27I just hope to one day settle the debts.
00:11:29You were not the terrible person you made yourself out to be.
00:11:32You've known me for one day.
00:11:34Hold your conclusions, Sherlock.
00:11:38Well, this is Will.
00:11:42Um, good night, nerd.
00:11:45Good night, monster date.
00:11:46Good night, monster date.
00:11:49It's late.
00:11:57Where you been?
00:12:04Were you out with them all night?
00:12:07It's my personal time.
00:12:09I don't have to report everything to you.
00:12:11So it went well, then.
00:12:12Your mother set us up, Jonathan.
00:12:14How could I refuse?
00:12:15Good.
00:12:17So then, it was all just for show.
00:12:18Well, I actually had a really nice time.
00:12:20I might consider a second date.
00:12:23I can still smell Julie's perfume.
00:12:26Then come shower it off me.
00:12:29You went on a date with another man.
00:12:31And you took another woman to a restaurant that I recommended.
00:12:33Jealous?
00:12:35Not as much as you.
00:12:36Mm-hmm.
00:12:55Good morning.
00:13:11Coffee or tea?
00:13:14Uh, coffee.
00:13:19They never make me breakfast.
00:13:21Last night must have been record-breaking.
00:13:28I mean, I'm breaking up with you.
00:13:38What do you mean?
00:13:39Well, more of an ending than a breakup, really.
00:13:41We need to stop, whatever this is.
00:13:44What about last night?
00:13:47Consider it a breakup gift.
00:13:49Breakup? We weren't even together.
00:13:50Exactly.
00:13:51It shouldn't be too hard to move on.
00:14:10Happy 7th Anniversary, Reddoll!
00:14:14Happy 7th Anniversary!
00:14:16I mean, 7 years old Webber.
00:14:18Time flies, doesn't it?
00:14:20Wow, it really has been that long.
00:14:22Time to cut the cake, Mabel.
00:14:23Hey!
00:14:24You guys are so sweet.
00:14:25What are you doing?
00:14:26What are you doing?
00:14:28Boss, it's her special day.
00:14:30So?
00:14:31We have the meeting with Harbor in an hour.
00:14:34Do your jobs!
00:14:35What are you doing?
00:14:54What are you doing?
00:14:54What are you doing?
00:14:54I see you until you leave.
00:14:56Amen.
00:14:56There is aáş©y B2 outprix.
00:14:57I mean, there was a pretty good one.
00:15:02Smells good.
00:15:02Come on,тив.
00:15:33Someone might see us.
00:15:38Tell me no one was.
00:15:51Happy anniversary, Mabel.
00:15:59It was fun well-lasted.
00:16:03Hello, this is Mabel.
00:16:10Evening, Mabel.
00:16:12Ryan, what an honor.
00:16:14You want to grab dinner together?
00:16:15Just as friends, of course.
00:16:17I'm not up for another dramatic date.
00:16:20Sure, why not?
00:16:22Where are we going?
00:16:23I know the perfect spot.
00:16:24I'll text you.
00:16:25See you soon.
00:16:26I'm so glad we got to try this place again.
00:16:32This is amazing.
00:16:34I know.
00:16:35I think it's got some drugs in it.
00:16:36It'd be weird if they didn't.
00:16:38How could it be so addictive?
00:16:41How have you been lately?
00:16:43Can't complain.
00:16:45Because you signed an NDA?
00:16:46Or because you are happy?
00:16:49The latter.
00:16:50Although, if I did sign an NDA, I couldn't really share otherwise.
00:16:54Good bye.
00:16:55This is true.
00:16:57Hey, I asked you out on a date for a reason.
00:17:01I think we'd make excellent business partners.
00:17:03Business partners?
00:17:04Yeah.
00:17:05Well, I was just saying, our first date was rather chaotic.
00:17:09So I wasn't able to properly introduce myself to you.
00:17:13I'm Ryan Anderson.
00:17:14I'm the founder of Novatec.
00:17:16And I would like for you to join us as head of the creative strategies.
00:17:21Novatec?
00:17:27Novatec?
00:17:29But I thought you said you were...
00:17:30The gardener's son?
00:17:31Yes, I still am, but I'm not defined by what my father does.
00:17:35Even if Barbara thinks so.
00:17:38After years of education and, well, hard work, I find myself at MIT and started my own company.
00:17:45It's good to own something of your own, right?
00:17:48That's incredible, Ryan.
00:17:50And I'm grateful for the opportunity, but I already have a job.
00:17:53And I'm just an assistant.
00:17:56So I'm sure there are other people much more qualified than me out there.
00:18:00You're not just anyone.
00:18:02You're the key success to the Whitefruits project.
00:18:05It's time for you to get outside of Jonathan's shadow.
00:18:09So, cheers to chasing what you truly deserve.
00:18:13Miss Whiteford, um, Jonathan's left for the evening.
00:18:33I'm here to see you.
00:18:36How was everything with Ryan?
00:18:37It was pleasant.
00:18:40Thank you for the introduction.
00:18:42When do you plan to marry him?
00:18:44We've only just met.
00:18:47I've warned you.
00:18:50No marriage.
00:18:53No job at Whiteford Tech.
00:18:54And you will be banned from the industry.
00:18:58I've ended things with Jonathan.
00:19:00Then marry Ryan to prove it.
00:19:03I've done my research as well, Mabel.
00:19:08Leave my son,
00:19:09and I'll clear all your father's debts.
00:19:13If not,
00:19:15those seeking him will find him.
00:19:17Perhaps Jonathan is the one who needs guidance,
00:19:22not me.
00:19:23I don't think you understand the situation.
00:19:27You are nothing to Jonathan.
00:19:30At most, a...
00:19:31a shadow of his past pain.
00:19:34A reminder of a heartbreak.
00:19:36What do you mean?
00:19:38You don't know, do you?
00:19:39Marry Ryan.
00:19:45It's my last warning.
00:20:05Did I miss a meeting?
00:20:06Uh, no.
00:20:10I just...
00:20:11Your driver couldn't get a hold of you.
00:20:13He was concerned.
00:20:15Mr. Whiteford, it's October 5th.
00:20:17Shit, shit.
00:20:18You never...
00:20:18Always take the day off.
00:20:21It's okay.
00:20:22The car's out front.
00:20:23No, no, it's not okay.
00:20:24I never forget...
00:20:26Just...
00:20:28clear everything for today?
00:20:29Okay.
00:20:29I've kept your calendar clear, as always.
00:20:31Okay, thank you.
00:20:33Um...
00:20:33The car, Mr. Whiteford.
00:20:35Right.
00:20:36I'll, uh...
00:20:37See you.
00:20:37At the office?
00:20:38Right.
00:20:44Hello?
00:20:45Hey, Bob.
00:20:45Where are you?
00:20:47Our server is dead!
00:20:48Oh, uh...
00:20:49Okay, I'm on my way.
00:20:55The entire server crashed.
00:20:57Where is Mr. Whiteford?
00:20:59Hey, what happened?
00:21:00We are under attack.
00:21:01We need a system reboot.
00:21:02Where is Mr. Whiteford?
00:21:03We need his admin call.
00:21:04Now.
00:21:05Okay, he's out of the office.
00:21:06Um, let me just try contacting him, okay?
00:21:12We need that code.
00:21:13Do you have access to it?
00:21:14No, that code is highly confidential.
00:21:16Jonathan is the sole owner.
00:21:18Um, let me try.
00:21:27What else?
00:21:28We're completely off-line.
00:21:30Come on, Mabel.
00:21:30You know you're the best.
00:21:31Just wait a moment.
00:21:34Try Fiona.
00:21:37F-I-O-N-A.
00:21:41Fiona.
00:21:43Give it a shot.
00:21:46Fiona.
00:21:48Give it a shot.
00:21:49Remember that awkward dinner at the Whiteford's?
00:21:56Since Fiona, you are nothing to ton at hand.
00:22:01At most, a shadow of his past pain.
00:22:05A reminder of a heartbreak.
00:22:07Hello, Jonathan.
00:22:19Good to see you.
00:22:20How may I help you?
00:22:24Did Jonathan model this whole thing after you?
00:22:26Oh, no, that's not Mabel.
00:22:31That's my sister, Fiona.
00:22:34Jonathan's first love.
00:22:49Uh, next, Mabel Morris?
00:22:51Hello.
00:23:11You know, coding demands intense focus and absolute silence.
00:23:15That's why having a capable assistant to help with other things, like interviews, is crucial.
00:23:35Shiana.
00:23:36Um, I'm Mabel Morris, Mr. Whiteford.
00:23:40Here's my resume.
00:23:43Mabel.
00:23:44It's nice to meet you.
00:23:59When can you start?
00:24:03Tomorrow.
00:24:04No, actually, today.
00:24:06Welcome to Y4 Tech.
00:24:09Mabel, Mabel.
00:24:11Mabel.
00:24:13Mabel.
00:24:14Mabel, are you all right?
00:24:24I know.
00:24:25Shocking, isn't it?
00:24:28You know, when they mentioned you years ago, I was concerned.
00:24:32I thought you had actually fallen for someone.
00:24:34But then I saw you, and I knew there was nothing to worry about.
00:24:38To Jonathan, you know, you're just a reminder of my sister.
00:24:44He doesn't love you.
00:24:45You're nothing but a shadow to him.
00:24:47You are, at best, a placebo.
00:24:49Oh, Mabel, did you actually think you stood a chance?
00:25:00You pathetic slut.
00:25:02Just fuck off.
00:25:03Oh, do you know about today?
00:25:10I don't want to know.
00:25:12Fiona died today, seven years ago.
00:25:14He visits her grave on this day, every year.
00:25:20You see?
00:25:22You're just a joke.
00:25:24Hey, Mabel.
00:25:48What's wrong?
00:25:49There was an attack on the system at work today.
00:25:58Okay.
00:25:59Well, since you're here and down at the office, I assume it's resolved?
00:26:04Your passcode.
00:26:07What is it?
00:26:08What?
00:26:10The code, Jonathan, what is it?
00:26:12That's none of your business.
00:26:17Come on, tell me about this attack.
00:26:25So, it's been fixed?
00:26:28We had to restart the system.
00:26:32System reboot.
00:26:33I see.
00:26:34It asked for an admin code.
00:26:36Why didn't you call me?
00:26:38I tried to, but it didn't go through.
00:26:41Signal down there.
00:26:43We got the code.
00:26:46It did.
00:26:48How?
00:26:50Luckily,
00:26:50Julie was there.
00:26:57So, you've seen...
00:26:59Fiona?
00:27:05Yeah.
00:27:08Fiona?
00:27:08Yeah.
00:27:09Mabel.
00:27:09I know you have a lot of questions.
00:27:19Actually, I found a lot of answers today.
00:27:23I thought I was lucky.
00:27:28To have that job.
00:27:31To work at the company.
00:27:35To be by your side.
00:27:39To enter a relationship with you or whatever that was.
00:27:42But it turns out, I was just a replacement for some sick, twisted obsession that you can't get over.
00:27:54I'm shadowing for a dead girlfriend.
00:27:57All those years, when you're dead, you're fucking a ghost.
00:28:06Enough!
00:28:08Don't speak.
00:28:10Don't use that term.
00:28:12Dead?
00:28:13Ghost?
00:28:13Yeah.
00:28:13That's the reality of it, Jonathan.
00:28:17She is both.
00:28:24I'm Mabel Morris.
00:28:27I'm not...
00:28:28I'm not your dead girlfriend.
00:28:31I'm not Siona.
00:28:32You're right.
00:28:42You're not her.
00:28:45Nobody is.
00:28:46I've submitted my resignation.
00:29:00Thank you for the opportunity.
00:29:03Years ago, I learned a lot.
00:29:07Bye, Mr. Whiteford.
00:29:16You said you were a friend of Mr. Morris's?
00:29:39A friend of his daughter, Mabel, actually.
00:29:41Ah, yes, Mabel.
00:29:42She's quite sweet and caring.
00:29:44Absolutely.
00:29:44She asked me to come check on Scott.
00:29:48How's his condition?
00:29:50He's well.
00:29:52With a little rest, he should recover fully.
00:29:56That's good news.
00:30:07He's at Silverpine Hospital.
00:30:09Tell his creditors.
00:30:11I knew you had an idea.
00:30:14Oh, Mrs. Whiteford, I was just...
00:30:17Spare me the excuses, Julie.
00:30:21I've seen what you're capable of.
00:30:24Years ago.
00:30:25Uh, Mrs. Whiteford, there's been a misunderstanding.
00:30:36Oh, it's enough, Julie.
00:30:38Cut it.
00:30:38Fiona was sweet.
00:30:41Fiona was sweet.
00:30:44But too naive for a world.
00:30:46Her innocence was a liability.
00:30:49I tried separating Jonathan and Fiona for years.
00:30:53But Jonathan was so invested.
00:30:55Even ignoring this family to pursue his little tech project.
00:30:59All encouraged by Fiona.
00:31:00All encouraged by Fiona.
00:31:01Luckily, his project succeeded.
00:31:04But not without him taking down his father's legacy first.
00:31:08We could have been so much more influential, so powerful.
00:31:11But, just when I thought all was lost, Fiona was out of the picture.
00:31:22Her death was no coincidence, Julie.
00:31:24God plays no favors.
00:31:27I see your hand in her car accident.
00:31:29How long have you known?
00:31:34Oh, George.
00:31:36I've known from the start.
00:31:42What happened?
00:31:44He's...
00:31:45His debt collector's caught up to him.
00:31:47Will you be okay?
00:31:49Prepare for the worst.
00:31:49He's lost a lot of blood.
00:31:52How did he find him?
00:31:54Someone must have tipped him off.
00:31:55We're investigating.
00:31:56We'll do our best to locate his attackers.
00:31:57I've warned you.
00:32:01This is me, man.
00:32:02I lied.
00:32:05It's Barbara Whiteford.
00:32:07The Barbara Whiteford, Queen of Manhattan?
00:32:09She's after my father.
00:32:11That's a serious accusation, ma'am.
00:32:13Respectfully, your father's not significant enough.
00:32:16You don't understand.
00:32:18I got too close to her son, and she told me...
00:32:20Please calm down.
00:32:21No, you don't understand.
00:32:23Please, Miss Morris.
00:32:24Unfortunately, we couldn't save your father.
00:32:29He passed away.
00:32:34No.
00:32:34No!
00:32:37What?
00:32:38No!
00:32:38Can I...
00:32:39No!
00:32:43Mom.
00:33:02Mom.
00:33:05After you left, Dad was never the same.
00:33:07When you left us, I lost you.
00:33:22I always thought it would get better.
00:33:28But it didn't.
00:33:32I'm sorry.
00:33:34I didn't feel like a nobody.
00:33:41I failed.
00:33:44I failed at everything.
00:33:54Leave me alone.
00:33:55Leave me alone.
00:33:55Leave me alone.
00:33:57Leave me alone.
00:33:59Leave me alone.
00:34:03I'll be out of food from your favorite place.
00:34:10You don't have to talk to me, but...
00:34:12Please say something.
00:34:17Well, I can't eat all that food by myself.
00:34:19I'm only going to ask you once, and I'll leave you be.
00:34:33But are you okay?
00:34:35Do you want to talk about it?
00:34:38I'm managing.
00:34:40The food helped.
00:34:41You don't have to smile if you don't want to.
00:34:49It's so good if you're vulnerable.
00:34:51We all have our moments.
00:34:53It's just...
00:34:55It's been incredibly hard.
00:34:59I get it.
00:35:01And I'm sorry you're going through all of this.
00:35:03I've lost a loved one, too.
00:35:07Great.
00:35:08Do you have a dead girlfriend, also?
00:35:10A dead girlfriend?
00:35:11Wait.
00:35:12You knew about Jonathan and Fiona.
00:35:15So you knew.
00:35:16You knew all this time.
00:35:17But you two are completely different.
00:35:22I didn't lose a lover.
00:35:24It was my mother I lost.
00:35:30Ryan, I'm sorry.
00:35:33It's okay.
00:35:35This whole week is just...
00:35:38Everything...
00:35:40It feels so pointless.
00:35:43That's a natural feeling to have.
00:35:45I used to mock existentialism.
00:35:48I get it now.
00:35:50I love how intelligent you sound.
00:35:53Even now.
00:35:54Stop.
00:35:56No, seriously.
00:35:58Modern day Socrates.
00:36:01Thank you, Ryan.
00:36:12Thank you, Ryan.
00:36:13For the food and the talk.
00:36:16Less of the food.
00:36:18It's still so addictive.
00:36:20They definitely put drugs in it.
00:36:21Yeah, I bet.
00:36:22Hey, if you need anything, just call me.
00:36:27I will.
00:36:28I think I just need some time to think things over.
00:36:31Have you considered your next steps?
00:36:34Not sure.
00:36:36Quit my job.
00:36:37Settled the debts.
00:36:37Now the world's just kind of open to me.
00:36:41Strange.
00:36:42Yeah.
00:36:43Well, there's a spot for you at Novatec.
00:36:45Are you sure about me leading?
00:36:47You're the best one to lead it.
00:36:49Come on, just give it a shot.
00:36:51I'll think about it.
00:36:52Seriously.
00:36:53That's all I can ask.
00:37:02Mabel?
00:37:04Are you doing okay?
00:37:05Why are you here?
00:37:08Why are you here?
00:37:10Mabel?
00:37:12Are you doing okay?
00:37:14Why are you here?
00:37:16I saw what happened on the news and I...
00:37:18You're worried?
00:37:20Save it.
00:37:21It's none of your business.
00:37:22Mabel, please.
00:37:23Let me just...
00:37:23I'm done listening, Jonathan.
00:37:28I spent so much time on something that wasn't real.
00:37:34And now I finally know the truth.
00:37:37I thought what we had was real.
00:37:40But I was just a pill for a wound that won't heal.
00:37:49I truly loved you, Jonathan.
00:37:53Don't come looking for me again.
00:38:00Leave me alone.
00:38:02It's my final request.
00:38:11And this is the upstairs division.
00:38:14I can see it.
00:38:16What do you think?
00:38:17Love it.
00:38:17It's so lively.
00:38:19That's the goal.
00:38:21Hey, I'm in.
00:38:22But I have one condition.
00:38:24I'd like to work from a different city.
00:38:27Why is that?
00:38:28Well, I hear you're expanding to Tokyo.
00:38:30That's where you're headed, right?
00:38:32Someone's been doing her homework.
00:38:33And for a new market,
00:38:34it's important to have someone you trust by your side.
00:38:38I'm listening.
00:38:39Welcome to the team at the team.
00:38:44Welcome to the team.
00:38:46What an honor, Captain.
00:38:48Let me show you around.
00:38:57Sir?
00:38:58You have a meeting with the creative team in 15 minutes?
00:39:00right um bring me their pitch deck and latest progress report
00:39:07and see if mabel is ready for the creative discussion
00:39:10sir mabel doesn't work here anymore i can get someone else to help
00:39:15she can't be replaced
00:39:26there's no one like her
00:39:29why don't you start in the living room
00:39:36what what what is happening here we're just doing our job sir please don't interrupt
00:39:46where where are these going they're going to the donation they aren't already left
00:39:59get out
00:40:01ben you're a mess
00:40:06you do not want to talk
00:40:09okay you haven't been this way since fiona
00:40:12why are you this upset over a fleeting affair just move on find mabel wasn't some fleeting affair
00:40:18she's clearly just a fill-in for fiona nothing more than her look-alike she's different
00:40:23funny professional she makes me feel good about myself she's she's mabel
00:40:29and i actually like her for who she is
00:40:36what about our engagement
00:40:41julie
00:40:43when fiona left i was lost
00:40:49i would never marry you having some fleeting feelings for her that's that's not right for
00:40:54either one of us
00:40:56that jonathan i have dreamed of our marriage since the day we met i sacrificed so much for that
00:41:01dream i lost everything
00:41:05what do you mean by that nothing nothing i just can't stay to see you like
00:41:10what are you hiding nothing i was just saying
00:41:14did you have something to do with mabel leaving
00:41:15i don't have to answer your accusations you're delusion did you
00:41:22yeah this is silly baby we'll talk about this tomorrow okay
00:41:32just sleep this off and we'll talk tomorrow
00:41:45hey give me the visitors list for mabel's father's death
00:41:48it's urgent
00:41:54the hospital's footage was erased but a doctor remembers a young woman claiming to be mabel's
00:41:58friend a young woman yes sir a detailed description matches miss miller
00:42:07julie should i contact miss miller for confirmation don't bother uh any news on mabel's location
00:42:16she just purchased tickets for many destinations where is she currently
00:42:23last known location she's in a cab to jfk airport get the car ready now
00:42:27i'm gonna pull over right here stop table are you insane what the hell are you doing
00:42:43mabel where are you
00:42:50johnson
00:42:51don't go
00:42:56goodbye
00:42:57wait mabel mabel
00:42:58did you know about mabel's departure i know she left with ryan anderson the servant's son
00:43:13it's a good match you should be happy for were you part of this
00:43:16yes
00:43:19jonathan
00:43:21mabel made her own choice no one pushed her
00:43:24she has her life we have ours they don't intersect
00:43:30remember you have responsibilities the wedding's next month
00:43:33well mary julie
00:43:36i won't be a pawn in your plan
00:43:38i love mabel she's the one i want she is merely a stand-in for fiona she's not
00:43:48i know it's already too late but my feelings for her are real
00:43:52i'll wait for her i'll wait as long as it takes because this is my life
00:44:02and i'll spend it with mabel
00:44:17mabel turn it off
00:44:26mabel
00:44:29okay you lazy bone
00:44:31come on there's a meeting to attend to
00:44:35programmed you too well that night
00:44:37i learned it myself
00:44:39exactly that's why i said i programmed you too well
00:44:42show off
00:44:47the driver is 10 minutes away
00:45:00got it
00:45:02put some clothes on
00:45:06you can't see me right don't need to
00:45:08i know you too i know you too well
00:45:13heard that
00:45:16incoming call from mrs whiteford
00:45:20what are you through
00:45:22mr whiteford it's urgent please come home your mother's condition is
00:45:26what happened
00:45:37what happened she suffered a stroke last week
00:45:41mom
00:45:42mom
00:45:44she'll recover right she's all right for now
00:45:47but she might not speak again
00:45:49what a severe stroke mr whiteford she's lucky she's even breathing
00:45:57it's me
00:46:00hi
00:46:04what can i do to help
00:46:05you can keep her calm
00:46:07she's a fighter she might be able to pull through
00:46:12see me
00:46:15i'm here
00:46:15mabel this is my father who i've been telling you about
00:46:21mabel it's such a pleasure ryan's told me so much about you
00:46:24likewise he's going on about those unique seeds that you've been planting
00:46:31he's kind of nerdy sometimes oh so nerdy
00:46:43oh
00:46:45hey
00:46:48when did you return
00:46:50mabel we can leave with your
00:46:51no need
00:46:53we're just chatting
00:46:55jonathan it's nice to see you
00:46:58i was just looking for you
00:46:59you deliberately ignored my request
00:47:02i asked to be left alone
00:47:03mabel i just wanted to sort things out
00:47:04everything was sorted
00:47:06it's all behind us
00:47:07um
00:47:12hey jonathan they're just here to visit an old band isn't that okay
00:47:16dad this is your home as well we don't need his approval
00:47:20actually jack i was thinking you should come live in the city with us
00:47:22i see you two you live together huh
00:47:26it's not your business
00:47:28mabel i just wanted to
00:47:29i see you haven't changed
00:47:33sorry jack i just remembered i have a uh phone call
00:47:36that i need to meet
00:47:39mabel
00:47:46we can talk about it you know
00:47:47about the product launch
00:47:49my only concern is the interface it's not user friendly enough
00:47:52mabel
00:47:53it's okay to be upset with jonathan
00:47:55no need to hide it
00:47:56he's just a competitor now
00:47:58speaking of which the new app at white for tech is dominating the charts we should look into that
00:48:02can i ask you something if you're going to say something irritating i'm not interested
00:48:08do you still have feelings for jonathan
00:48:14he broke my heart once i'm not going to give him a second chance
00:48:18this is mabel head of creatives nice to meet the team we've heard many great things about you mabel
00:48:35your products are so exciting thank you we always try our very best to ensure
00:48:40good morning what are you doing here mr whiteford welcome yeah mr whiteford's our angel investor
00:48:51he's shown great interest in this product and requested to join us at this meeting
00:48:57hope that isn't a problem mr anderson considering the product is still under testing we typically
00:49:02limit our attendance he's welcome to join
00:49:05i'm intrigued to hear mr whiteford's thoughts his insight is invaluable do you mind if i take
00:49:14a seat i love being part of the creative process what an honor mr whiteford
00:49:25at the end of the day our product is really exciting and thank you all so much for spending
00:49:30your afternoon with us at nova tech we are thrilled to be doing business with you well this sounds
00:49:37like a game changer congratulations mr whiteford a few thoughts
00:49:47it's good surely as a leader in this industry you have more to offer than good i don't think it's my
00:49:55place to say more if we always play it safe we'll never achieve perfection
00:50:02you've grown a lot mabel it's a strong product but not yet a market leader but there's potential
00:50:12your media needs more clarity apparently it's affecting your overall product
00:50:17you need to improve the interactive system it's far too average and the interface needs to be more
00:50:23user-friendly than you notice but overall truly truly well done proud of you professional boundaries mr
00:50:37sorry i sometimes get carried away with uh talented teams
00:50:41well then let's crunch some numbers shall we we're looking at budget wise
00:50:58hey great job on today's pitch it was a team effort you still have some work to do though looking forward
00:51:04to launching it the benefits non-stop ready to get some rest well you still had time to find the
00:51:13handsome lawyer wait you knew about it ryan you are the only guy who hasn't made a pass at me i had my
00:51:21suspicions i thought barbara set us up for that reason but she's clueless still hoping for a wedding
00:51:28um i'll see you tomorrow absolutely and hey if you knew anything especially about jonathan just ask
00:51:38but it's all behind me don't worry
00:51:52i'll see you tomorrow
00:52:00stalking now mr whiteford just a coincidence miss morris see um i live here too
00:52:07uh huh yeah right hey
00:52:26can you give me some space
00:52:27just be your neighborly when did you move here because i was under the impression that this space
00:52:39housed one now house two
00:52:43oh what a coincidence i i live here too guess what my passcode is still fiona
00:53:00is his passcode still fiona stop why do you care
00:53:05what's in the lights mabel that's an early night rough day actually
00:53:19it's one of the best days of my life really what happened good night mabel
00:53:35you need a ride with morris no thank you i prefer to walk you kidding it's about to rain come on thank you
00:53:55is he dead he seemed really occupied yesterday
00:53:59the deal was a quiet ride you know i have a tip for your product if you're interested
00:54:11okay fine what is it your interface needs a better visual hierarchy
00:54:15the uniform font size is causing confusion but a little variation can help you're right
00:54:21you're right we wanted simplicity but maybe too much so it's a good approach but you need to
00:54:30experiment but you've always been a rule breaker mabel
00:54:41mr whiteford it's urgent please come home your mother's condition is critical
00:54:51her condition worsened we thought it would be best if you were here
00:55:05is there anything that could be done for her we've done everything
00:55:12her vitals are going quickly i'm so sorry i'm gonna get some medicine okay
00:55:22mom mom hey i'm right here
00:55:29do you need anything is there anything we can get for you
00:55:33i'm leaving you no no you're fine okay we're taking good care of you
00:55:41my son
00:55:44i'm truly sorry
00:55:45you're the best mom i could have ever had
00:55:56i want you to be happy
00:56:00i am happy i'm happy
00:56:05after fiona i saw how you suffered
00:56:09my regrets so many
00:56:17i overlooked things after fiona's death
00:56:23and you you changed so much
00:56:26what do you mean mom just promise me you'll be happy with mabel or anyone else
00:56:34that it's time you learned the truth about everything
00:56:51that's fantastic
00:56:52oh my god it's official my wife just died
00:56:58really what happened
00:57:01all of a sudden john and the wife just confirmed it
00:57:05are you okay
00:57:07um
00:57:10i have to go take the day off
00:57:20i have to go take the day off
00:57:32facial recognition successful
00:57:33successful welcome nabel
00:57:37facial recognition huh
00:57:44so
00:57:44are you here
00:57:56i saw the news
00:57:58are you okay
00:58:00i'll manage
00:58:02do you need anything do you want to talk why are you here
00:58:06is it because you care
00:58:07i understand what it feels like to lose a parent
00:58:11but that's not why you're here
00:58:14you care
00:58:16don't you
00:58:18i was concerned
00:58:19but if you're fine i should go
00:58:21please don't go
00:58:23please
00:58:23have you been drinking
00:58:25jonathan this is so inappropriate
00:58:27leave
00:58:27mabel listen
00:58:28listening
00:58:30mabel signing in
00:58:31how can i help jonathan
00:58:42what is that
00:58:42hello miss morris i'm mabel
00:58:45an a.i modeled after you
00:58:47mabel mabel stop
00:58:51wait wait
00:58:57i'm sorry
00:58:59i'm sorry this was my way of coping with your absence it was never meant to be discovered like this
00:59:04this is
00:59:10this is too much
00:59:14this isn't just obsession this is unhealthy
00:59:16i know it's wrong
00:59:21please i'll i'll never bother you again just just give me some time and i'll go i swear
00:59:27are you okay jonathan
00:59:32yes
00:59:34yes
00:59:35thank you
00:59:50you're right about the rain
01:00:04yes
01:00:09yeah
01:00:10outstanding mabel this product will be a hit
01:00:14thank you
01:00:16um
01:00:17you know mr whiteford today
01:00:20uh yes he
01:00:22wished to come but couldn't make it
01:00:23uh
01:00:24he was caught up with family matters
01:00:26did you hear about his mother
01:00:29good morning
01:00:35I'm here to announce the passing of my mother, Barbara Whiteford, due to a severe stroke.
01:00:44It's a challenging time for our family, and we appreciate your thoughts.
01:00:48While we mourn, I also need to address serious matters involving Julie Miller, a close associate of our family.
01:00:56Years ago, Fiona Miller, my then-girlfriend, and I developed a system named after her that laid the foundation for Whiteford Tech.
01:01:05Her untimely death, I've recently learned, was orchestrated by her sister, Julie Miller, with my mother's knowledge.
01:01:16Moreover, Julie Miller has been involved in other immoral acts.
01:01:22She hired gang members for violent acts and caused deep harm to someone close to my heart.
01:01:29I'm not seeking forgiveness for the family.
01:01:33I only want justice.
01:01:36Julie now stands trial for her actions.
01:01:39The Fiona system, pivotal in uncovering these truths, will now be decommissioned and made publicly available for the advancement of technology.
01:01:49It's time for fresh perspectives.
01:01:52I'm stepping down.
01:01:56Whiteford Tech will now be under Nova, led by Ryan Anderson and Mabel Morse, whose leadership and vision I trust.
01:02:05This will be my last public appearance.
01:02:08All my shares in Whiteford Tech will be transferred to Mabel Morse.
01:02:13The future is in her hands.
01:02:18Did you know about this?
01:02:20So that's it.
01:02:24We are owners of the largest tech company in the country.
01:02:27Hey, Jonathan.
01:02:50Hey, why did you leave the company and all of your shares?
01:02:59What the...
01:02:59Too harsh.
01:03:03Facial recognition successful.
01:03:06Welcome, Mabel.
01:03:07Where is Jonathan?
01:03:21He has moved away.
01:03:23He is, I quote, giving you space.
01:03:28He...
01:03:29Moved?
01:03:30Where?
01:03:31I'm afraid I don't know.
01:03:33He really left everything behind.
01:03:39He said it would be for the best.
01:03:43He's right.
01:03:59Maybe it is for the best.
01:04:00I found the programmer that you've been looking for.
01:04:12Here's everything on him.
01:04:13The best we could dig up.
01:04:16Hey.
01:04:17You need to learn to take some more breaks.
01:04:19Setting the bar way too high for the rest of us.
01:04:21I'll slow down once we've got more skilled people like this one working for us.
01:04:40I think Crystal don't see you.
01:04:42Facial recognition successful.
01:04:52Welcome, Mabel.
01:05:05Nice work, Jonathan.
01:05:06Mabel.
01:05:08Hey.
01:05:11How did you...
01:05:12Weeks ago, we discovered a mysterious programmer.
01:05:16Their work was outstanding.
01:05:17I just had to know who it was.
01:05:22Sorry.
01:05:23I, uh...
01:05:25Got bored.
01:05:26Wanted something to do.
01:05:28Your coding gave you away.
01:05:30It felt familiar.
01:05:31Like you.
01:05:33The way the numbers and the figures went together, I don't know, it kind of felt romantic.
01:05:40Why did you leave everything behind?
01:05:42Don't you miss it?
01:05:45I wanted to fix my mistakes.
01:05:49To help you.
01:05:52I want you to be happy, Mabel.
01:05:53You left without saying goodbye.
01:05:58I know.
01:05:59I'm sorry.
01:06:01I knew you wouldn't forgive me if I left that.
01:06:04I needed to distance myself from you.
01:06:05It was the only way I knew how to forget you.
01:06:10Have you succeeded?
01:06:10I did?
01:06:13No.
01:06:14I'm good.
01:06:20Julie.
01:06:24At NovaTech, we offer competitive pay and flexible schedules with remote opportunities and free meals.
01:06:33sounds good there's more we have benefits like honeymoon leave and child care support
01:06:42and fun company events so jonathan whiteford how would you feel about joining novotech
01:06:52as an executive no as staff but i would be thrilled to have you as a senior programmer
01:06:59it's a pretty good offer also there are no restrictions about relationships with colleagues
01:07:13so if you happen to like someone at work it's cool
01:07:19let's get to know
01:07:31you
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