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00:00:00We had a boyfriend? Interesting.
00:00:09I can't believe we did that.
00:00:13Mia, will you marry me?
00:00:15Yes!
00:00:17Oh my god!
00:00:20I can sing to.
00:00:23Perhaps this will help you to remember?
00:00:31I thought as much.
00:00:33It's me.
00:00:35Your beloved mother?
00:00:36She would never find out.
00:00:41Now this is what we're talking about, James.
00:01:01Is anyone here?
00:01:04What do you want from me?
00:01:16It's time to tell the truth, don't you think?
00:01:19Please, put the gun down.
00:01:28You don't want to end up like this.
00:01:31Mia is the only one in love.
00:01:49Yeah.
00:01:59Mack Ellen.
00:02:00Neat.
00:02:02Marriage.
00:02:04Suffocating.
00:02:08Tell me about it.
00:02:12Sounds like you've got something you want to say?
00:02:16Family pressures, right?
00:02:17Right?
00:02:19Wanna talk?
00:02:25My family have been on my case for years.
00:02:28It's likely they have already chosen my future spouse.
00:02:35My family wants to plan my entire life.
00:02:43I'm James. James Turner, by the way.
00:02:48I'm Mia. Pleasure to meet you.
00:02:54It's our endless battle.
00:02:59To my new comrade.
00:03:15James, right?
00:03:17Fancy seeing you here again.
00:03:19Mia, must be fate.
00:03:22That or you just come here a little too often.
00:03:27Scotch. Neat.
00:03:28Got it.
00:03:29How are things going on your end?
00:03:34My mom calls me every single day to see if I'm bringing someone home for Thanksgiving dinner.
00:03:42And what was your response?
00:03:43Um, I said yes just to stop her calls, but I don't think there's anyone.
00:03:50You?
00:03:52My parents are obsessed with my kids. Even though I'm still single.
00:03:57Splash please.
00:03:58Here.
00:03:59To our endless battle.
00:04:09Mia, I've been thinking, wouldn't we help each other out here?
00:04:11What do you mean?
00:04:12Maybe we can be the plus one for each other.
00:04:13So our families will stay together.
00:04:14I'm sorry.
00:04:15I'm sorry.
00:04:16I'm sorry.
00:04:17I'm sorry.
00:04:18I'm sorry.
00:04:19I'm sorry.
00:04:20I'm sorry.
00:04:21I'm sorry.
00:04:22I'm sorry.
00:04:23This is the end.
00:04:24I'm sorry.
00:04:25I'm sorry.
00:04:26I'm sorry.
00:04:27I'm sorry.
00:04:32I'm sorry.
00:04:34Let's see.
00:04:35What do you mean?
00:04:37Maybe we can be the plus one for each other.
00:04:40So our families will stop pushing us.
00:04:43Big boyfriends?
00:04:45Interesting.
00:04:47Only once.
00:04:48And we can be three for a long time.
00:04:52It's not what I usually do, but maybe it's exactly what I need right now.
00:04:58This night is just getting more interesting.
00:05:01Sounds like the craziest night I've ever had.
00:05:04Not yet. Wait till Thanksgiving.
00:05:07Okay, boyfriend. Why don't you introduce yourself more to me?
00:05:13Well, I own a real estate company. We work with many partners on their projects.
00:05:19You sure look like a boss. The scotch gives it away.
00:05:23Alright, enough about it. Tell me something about yourself.
00:05:27Well, I'm an artist and a gallery owner.
00:05:31Not to show off, but you've probably seen a lot of my work around Manhattan already.
00:05:37Wait, are you Mia Davis? That Mia Davis?
00:05:42In the flesh, darling.
00:05:49I understand the emergence, but this is not how negotiation works.
00:05:54I need this to be done in three days.
00:05:56Our investors are not going to wait for us.
00:05:59Anderson, I assure you, we are doing everything we can.
00:06:04I trust you because you are the best I've got.
00:06:06We won't let you down.
00:06:09Please, come on in.
00:06:11Will you open it for your eyes?
00:06:12It's neverangen out.
00:06:14I know.
00:06:15Can I help?
00:06:16No versties.
00:06:17No.
00:06:19It's never Bis
00:06:33Anything Hubby
00:06:35Hey there.
00:06:38Mia, what a pleasant surprise.
00:06:41How did you have time to call me today?
00:06:43Is this a bad time?
00:06:45You sound like you've had a rough day.
00:06:48It was one of those days.
00:06:49Well, sounds like you could use a break.
00:06:53How about a drink to unwind later?
00:06:56Let me check.
00:07:00Yeah, I can really use that.
00:07:02I'll meet you at the same bar.
00:07:05Knowing my mom, she'll definitely want you to stay over.
00:07:16So we'll probably spend three days in one bedroom.
00:07:20After that, we'll be free to go back to our regular lives.
00:07:23Sounds like a plan.
00:07:24Here we go, James.
00:07:35Remember, we're a couple deeply in love.
00:07:39Got it.
00:07:45Mom, I'm home.
00:07:48Mia!
00:07:49It's been so long.
00:07:53Mom, this is James, my boyfriend.
00:07:56It's a pleasure to meet you, Mrs. Davis.
00:07:58Mia's told you so much about it.
00:07:59Please, call me Maria.
00:08:02Common name.
00:08:04Help yourself with some cookies.
00:08:05Before I finish dressing the turkey.
00:08:10So far, so good.
00:08:12Let's keep it up.
00:08:19You know, I'm actually enjoying this day.
00:08:23Me too.
00:08:24I feel like we're a real couple.
00:08:28So, you two.
00:08:31Tell me how you met.
00:08:34Of course.
00:08:35It was a charming little buffet on the third avenue.
00:08:39You know, we're sitting alone and reading, uh,
00:08:42the chat for each unit.
00:08:43It's, uh,
00:08:44people resist striking up a conversation.
00:08:47Oh, how I met you.
00:08:50I'm so happy you guys,
00:08:52you met each other.
00:08:54It's been too long for me to walk for someone.
00:08:57So, I'm so happy.
00:08:58I'm so happy.
00:09:05Your mom's here.
00:09:22What do we do?
00:09:25Quick, come in here.
00:09:30Come in.
00:09:33Good morning, lovebirds.
00:09:38I can see you had a lovely night.
00:09:41Stop it, mom.
00:09:42You're making it awkward.
00:09:44Look at you, all glowing.
00:09:50I'll do everything for my princess.
00:09:53Okay, I think the couple needs their alone time now.
00:09:58Okay, okay, just don't take too long.
00:10:01And shouldn't you get back to the city today?
00:10:12I have to say, it was quite a play in your house.
00:10:15It was perfect.
00:10:16They all bought it.
00:10:18Remember how your mom almost caught us in the bedroom.
00:10:21My heart was about to jump out when I heard that knock.
00:10:25But we made it.
00:10:27So, has it been easier for you with your parents since our last visit?
00:10:33They just won't let the topic off you.
00:10:36Same here.
00:10:37But now, my mom won't stop asking me about the wedding.
00:10:41I'm gonna lose my mind.
00:10:47Let's just share the night we have right now.
00:10:50Well, we still can.
00:10:52You know, James, it's nights like these that really make me appreciate the simple things in life.
00:11:08I feel the same.
00:11:10I know there's beauty in commitment, but shouldn't it be our own life choice to make?
00:11:16Exactly.
00:11:17I'd rather cherish these moments with you and my friends.
00:11:22Telling me to rush into a life?
00:11:25Raising kids in a house and giving up all of my freedoms?
00:11:30No, thank you.
00:11:36Wait.
00:11:38I have an idea.
00:11:40It might help both of us.
00:11:43I'm all ears.
00:11:46Thinking.
00:11:48What if we turn the tables on our families?
00:11:54Thinking.
00:11:56What if we turn the tables on our families?
00:12:01Please elaborate.
00:12:04What if we consider a contract marriage?
00:12:08A contract marriage?
00:12:10Yeah.
00:12:12Our families will be satisfied while we actually live a free life.
00:12:16We'll make a legal contract with, maybe separate bedrooms, financial terms and so on.
00:12:23Oh.
00:12:24No feelings should be included.
00:12:26This is huge.
00:12:28I need to think about it.
00:12:31I know.
00:12:33It's not something to deal with the person who mutates on it.
00:12:36But think about it.
00:12:38The contract will satisfy our parents' expectations.
00:12:42So we can take control of our own lives without their interference.
00:12:46It's the perfect solution to our current dilemma.
00:12:48It's just, like I said, love and marriage are not supposed to be contractual.
00:12:57They should be based on emotions and connection that grows naturally.
00:13:03Get it, Mia.
00:13:05I do.
00:13:06But sometimes life doesn't follow our script.
00:13:09And we need to adapt to that.
00:13:11Our life won't change the bit.
00:13:13Just more freedom with this contract.
00:13:15But what about the no emotions term?
00:13:19Should we really cut off our feelings like that?
00:13:22It's necessary.
00:13:24We need to avoid the situation of falling in love with each other.
00:13:28This will make things difficult.
00:13:33You do make a good point.
00:13:34I do want to take control over my own destiny again.
00:13:41But we need to set boundaries.
00:13:45Conditions.
00:13:46We'll stick with friendship.
00:13:48Contractual partners.
00:13:51Agreed, Mia.
00:13:52I'll write the legal contract.
00:13:54And we should both be clear about all the terms.
00:13:57Oh, and one more thing, James.
00:13:59We need to keep our personal lives separate from all of this.
00:14:03We both continue to pursue our goals, passions, and relationships.
00:14:08Absolutely.
00:14:10Our contract won't affect any of our lives.
00:14:13We can make it done tomorrow.
00:14:15While our squad will take care of everything.
00:14:19Deal.
00:14:22I can't believe we're actually doing this.
00:14:34Yeah.
00:14:36We've got that formula.
00:14:39Let's go through this contract together.
00:14:42Okay.
00:14:46Separate bedrooms.
00:14:50No feelings clause.
00:14:53Oh.
00:14:55And it's...
00:14:57Clear financial terms.
00:15:00Yup.
00:15:02We'll be committed to each other from now on.
00:15:04I still can't believe we did that.
00:15:05I still can't believe we did that.
00:15:06I still can't believe we did that.
00:15:08I still can't believe we did that.
00:15:09I still can't believe we did that.
00:15:29I can't believe we did that.
00:15:33So, what's next?
00:15:36We'll tell our parents and make it official.
00:15:39I'll propose to you in your apartment and send pictures to our families.
00:15:43Oh, it's a lot to get done just to prove we're getting married.
00:15:48Yes, then we'll plan a wedding so everyone will buy it.
00:15:52It's all part of the plan.
00:15:55I really want to get this out of my head.
00:15:57Can we just get it over with so we can move on with our lives?
00:16:09Did you turn the camera on?
00:16:12Yeah, it's working.
00:16:18Mia, there is something I'm going to ask you tonight.
00:16:22Yes?
00:16:23Mia, will you marry me?
00:16:29Oh my God, James. Yes!
00:16:35Oh my God.
00:16:37I can't believe we just did that.
00:16:49It's all part of the plan.
00:16:51I can't believe we just did that.
00:17:01It's all part of the plan.
00:17:03It's all part of the plan.
00:17:15This is our first big show on the stage.
00:17:19We have to make sure that we look like a happy couple in front of everyone.
00:17:23Of course.
00:17:24Do not mistake is allowed tonight.
00:17:29Another successful play.
00:17:41It's getting harder for me to tell between all this and the truth.
00:17:59I know, but we have to stay firm.
00:18:05Focus on the bigger picture.
00:18:07Neither of us wants a real marriage right now.
00:18:11And we still have our wedding in two days.
00:18:18Let's get some rest.
00:18:20Goodnight.
00:18:21Goodnight.
00:18:22Mia, are you okay?
00:18:40Please, open up. Talk to me.
00:18:44I can't do this, James.
00:18:49At the wedding, I saw everyone's faces.
00:18:53They were so happy and blessed us with their whole hearts.
00:18:58I feel like I betrayed every one of them.
00:19:03But we are already here.
00:19:06There is no way of going back.
00:19:09I saw their faces.
00:19:12They believed in us.
00:19:15It was all a huge lie.
00:19:17I can't imagine what would happen if they found out the truth.
00:19:21It's not easy for me either.
00:19:24But we have to hang in there.
00:19:27We can't let them down right now.
00:19:30I just wish it didn't have to be like this.
00:19:49I wish that too, Mia.
00:19:52But I promise, we can get through it.
00:19:55I promise.
00:19:56I promise.
00:20:17James, I have something that I want to say.
00:20:21Mia, we agreed.
00:20:29No feelings.
00:20:34I know.
00:20:35But...
00:20:36But...
00:20:45Compliments of a friend.
00:20:50Please, enjoy your evening.
00:20:51James, what's this?
00:21:06No!
00:21:07No.
00:21:08No.
00:21:09I won't even remember to keep going.
00:21:10Anyone'sìnhezing can be doing something that we've ever had before.
00:21:11No.
00:21:12No.
00:21:13No.
00:21:14No, no.
00:21:16No.
00:21:17No, no, no.
00:21:18No.
00:21:20No.
00:21:21No.
00:21:23No, no, no...
00:21:25No.
00:21:26No.
00:21:27No.
00:21:28No.
00:21:29No.
00:21:30No.
00:21:31No.
00:21:32No.
00:21:33James?
00:21:54Where are you?
00:21:59Right here, Mia.
00:22:01Is there any candle?
00:22:03Uh, James.
00:22:13So, any clue on that note?
00:22:21Uh, sorry.
00:22:31Hello?
00:22:37I hope you enjoyed the champagne I sent you.
00:22:39A gift to celebrate your fake wedding.
00:22:42Someone knows our secret.
00:22:52What should we do?
00:22:54You know, I've been thinking about the day we met.
00:23:06You know, I've been thinking about the day we met.
00:23:20It feels like a lifetime ago.
00:23:27I know.
00:23:28And I'm glad that I met you.
00:23:29You're such a special woman.
00:23:31And I've never met anyone like you before.
00:23:33You too.
00:23:39I'm glad I met a real gentleman.
00:23:43Even though it's a dramatic fake wedding.
00:23:54I'm happy to have you here with me.
00:24:03It's not a fairy tale.
00:24:06It's a bloody reality.
00:24:09But I still like it.
00:24:12It's our story.
00:24:24What's happening?
00:24:40We're stuck.
00:24:42What do we do?
00:24:44I need to be there on time.
00:24:47Let's call the building.
00:24:49They should come and fix this.
00:24:54There's no signal.
00:25:01We could be trapped in here for hours.
00:25:04We won't.
00:25:06Someone will notice the elevator went wrong and come to fix this.
00:25:10We just need to be patient.
00:25:17What's that for?
00:25:19Just to give us some strength.
00:25:21Friends can hug too.
00:25:23Okay.
00:25:34I can't believe this is happening.
00:25:38Well, at least it's a short break from our complex life.
00:25:42You always find a way to be positive, don't you?
00:25:51James, what if people find out about our contract marriage?
00:25:55They'd be so disappointed.
00:25:58We are doing everything we can.
00:25:59We are doing everything we can.
00:26:01And so far, we did good.
00:26:03Everyone is happy.
00:26:05I just think about how far we've come.
00:26:09Since the day we met, there was the gala, the proposal, the wedding, and now blackmail?
00:26:19It's like an endless spy game.
00:26:22I know.
00:26:24But we are in this together.
00:26:26We chose this to take control of our life.
00:26:29And now we are tied together by fate.
00:26:32We are one.
00:26:34Let's go.
00:26:35We are one.
00:26:36It's super spooky.
00:26:37I suddenly feel so relieved.
00:26:42Maybe it's because I'm not alone anymore.
00:26:46I know.
00:26:47I always rush to my friends after a bad day, and here I am with a dearest friend.
00:26:54And now maybe I can finally get some space from my mom, now that I'm busy with my new husband.
00:27:01Mine too. My mom called the other day, but when she saw you walk out from the bath, she hung up as soon as she could.
00:27:08But of course, she made fun of us.
00:27:10Or maybe next time I can show up even sexier, and then she can make fun of you some more.
00:27:18I'm sexy now.
00:27:32Maybe we should talk about what just happened. The moment was...
00:27:37I enjoyed it. There is something I never thought I would say.
00:27:42But it's not what we expected. I thought we got into this to avoid marriage.
00:27:48Mia, I have to tell you, I don't want to lie to myself or to you anymore.
00:27:55I care about you more than I should.
00:27:57I don't want to hide my feelings and pretend nothing is there.
00:28:03I'm in love with you.
00:28:07I actually feel the exact same way.
00:28:16I can't stop thinking about you all the time.
00:28:20Although we got into this relationship to avoid affection,
00:28:24I'm glad that fate brought us together.
00:28:29Let's tell everyone the truth.
00:28:31I'm sure they will understand.
00:28:33Maybe mad at first, but they will be happy for us in the end.
00:28:36Our families will be shocked when they find out.
00:28:39I know, Mia, but it's time to set things right.
00:28:42It should be our priority right now.
00:28:44James, our parents aside, I'm really worried about that blackmail that we received at the bar.
00:29:04Who would be so interested in our personal matters?
00:29:07Mia, I have no idea.
00:29:11But I hired an investigator, hope she can bring me some valuable information.
00:29:16I have a feeling someone is watching us from the dark.
00:29:18We should have never gotten ourselves into this mess.
00:29:28This contract marriage was a stupid idea in hindsight, bringing us all of these unexpected problems.
00:29:35I chose this to live a better life, Mia.
00:29:38And yet, I feel that life is worse under the pretense.
00:29:49We will get ourselves out of this situation.
00:29:53We'll find the right time to tell everyone the truth to our marriage.
00:29:56And we'll for sure catch the person hunting us.
00:29:59Who's there?
00:30:29Anyone here?
00:30:43What do you want from me?
00:30:52You're exactly where I want you, Mia.
00:30:55Where am I?
00:30:58What did I do?
00:30:59I assure you, there's a misunderstanding.
00:31:03Please, just tell me what you want from me.
00:31:07Don't worry, you will know what we want soon enough.
00:31:09I just need you to behave right now.
00:31:12We can talk things out.
00:31:14You don't need to tie me to a chair.
00:31:17I will cooperate.
00:31:19If it is money, I can give it to you.
00:31:23Just let me go.
00:31:24Hello?
00:31:38Mr. Turner, it's time for you to decide.
00:31:52Maya's life depends on you.
00:31:54Don't bother.
00:31:55You won't recognize who I am.
00:31:57What matters is, Maya.
00:31:59Maya, you have 24 hours to prepare $5 million if you want to see her alive.
00:32:04Who are you and what do you want?
00:32:06That is not a question for me to answer.
00:32:09Just do as I said.
00:32:11I can't arrange that much money in such a short time.
00:32:14That's not my concern.
00:32:16Mr. Turner, you can't put a price on love, can you?
00:32:19I need to be sure she's okay.
00:32:22Let me talk to her.
00:32:23That won't be happening.
00:32:25I swear, if you dare to touch her, I will hunt you down and pull out your eyes myself.
00:32:39I don't know what to do, Scott.
00:32:41They're asking for $5 million in 24 hours.
00:32:43I can't lose her.
00:32:45We'll figure it out, James.
00:32:47I'll do everything that I can.
00:32:50I can't lose Mia.
00:32:54I thought the relationship between you two was strictly based on the contract.
00:32:59We found each other the one we have been looking for her whole life.
00:33:03Oh, no.
00:33:04This was not meant to happen.
00:33:06I have to find her.
00:33:08I can't stand to see her in danger.
00:33:10We will.
00:33:12But who will commit such a horrible crime?
00:33:16Anyone ring the bell?
00:33:17Mia wouldn't hurt anyone.
00:33:19I can assure you, this has something to do with that blackmail we received.
00:33:26Blackmail?
00:33:28Someone has been stalking us.
00:33:30They know about the contract marriage and threaten to expose us.
00:33:33Whatever it takes, I will hunt this person down.
00:33:35Mark, please, I need your help.
00:33:43Mia's life is in danger.
00:33:44I wish I could, James.
00:33:47$5 million is a lot.
00:33:50I can't pull those resources in such a short time.
00:33:53Save it, Mark.
00:33:54When it comes to your turn, I dropped a lot of things to help you.
00:33:57You're a fucking nuisance.
00:33:59I guess our business partnership has also come to an end.
00:34:02I might be able to cash this out.
00:34:19Thank you for calling CPM Bank.
00:34:28Mr. Turner, how can we help you today?
00:34:32I have a certificate of deposit with your bank.
00:34:35I want to cash it out immediately.
00:34:36I understand the urgency.
00:34:40Please give us a moment.
00:34:49Can you get money for me in an hour?
00:34:51It's for an urgent matter.
00:34:53Sure.
00:34:54Since this is a huge sum of money, I will be needing you to come over.
00:34:58I will be there in 20 minutes.
00:35:00Please get the cash ready by then.
00:35:02Yes, sir.
00:35:03I'll know you.
00:35:04Great.
00:35:06Is it ready?
00:35:21Yes.
00:35:22Give me the location.
00:35:36I can't thank you enough for saving my life, James.
00:35:43Do anything to keep you safe.
00:35:45We're in this together.
00:35:50I thought I'd never see you again.
00:35:53I swear to you.
00:35:55We'll protect you with memory.
00:35:56I want to give you both an update.
00:36:11We are investigating the lead we got from the drop-off point.
00:36:14Our main focus is on tracking down the kidnappers and bringing them to justice.
00:36:23Thank you, Detective.
00:36:25We appreciate your efforts.
00:36:26I'm so, so sorry about all of this, James.
00:36:38It's not your fault.
00:36:40We'll get through this.
00:36:43Here we go.
00:36:43It's been a while since we had a pissy room like this.
00:37:08Yeah, it's nice to get a break from all the chaos.
00:37:26Mia, you won't believe this.
00:37:30What is it?
00:37:31A company chose us to partner in a luxury project.
00:37:36They love my pitch.
00:37:38Oh my God, James, that's amazing.
00:37:42I'm going to call my employees to announce this news.
00:37:47And an after party later?
00:37:50You know me too well.
00:37:54Will you pick me up later for a little celebration?
00:37:58Absolutely.
00:37:58I'll meet you at home after work.
00:38:00Yeah.
00:38:01Yes, I need you to gather the people online for a meeting.
00:38:26We got that project and we need to present it to the client this afternoon.
00:38:29Wow, that's fantastic.
00:38:31Wow, that's fantastic.
00:38:32I will gather them.
00:38:48Thank you all for your time.
00:38:49I'm eager to bring my team on board to execute this project.
00:38:55Before I finish, I'm just curious.
00:38:58Why you guys chose us out of all the companies in the world?
00:39:01An old friend?
00:39:02Our president insisted you were the perfect fit.
00:39:05She said you're an old friend.
00:39:08An old friend?
00:39:10I'm not sure I know who it could be.
00:39:14You'll find out soon enough, James.
00:39:18For now, focus on getting the job done.
00:39:20And even on the land.
00:39:22Yeah.
00:39:22For now, if you can throw their jobs in the future.
00:39:31You want to raise your shoes in the future?
00:39:33What would you rather say?
00:39:34I think I'm so proud of dich when you come in the sod seat.
00:39:40That's easy.
00:39:41I think it can do my job.
00:39:42I think they're the opposite.
00:39:43What's wrong, James?
00:39:55What's wrong, James?
00:39:57What could that be?
00:40:04I don't know.
00:40:05But we are going to find out soon.
00:40:08Samantha, have you found anything?
00:40:20I have been waiting ages to hear from you.
00:40:22Hope you have news that I want to hear.
00:40:24James, we've made some significant progress.
00:40:28I think we are closed on covering who has been trying to blackmail you and Mia.
00:40:33I'm only yours.
00:40:36Details, please.
00:40:37We managed to trace the source of the blackmail attempts.
00:40:40We found a connection to an individual named Richard Kingsley.
00:40:44Richard Kingsley?
00:40:46Never heard that name.
00:40:47And why would he do this?
00:40:49We're still walking on that part.
00:40:51We'll gather more evidence and get to the bottom of this.
00:40:55Thank you, Samantha.
00:40:56Keep me posted on any updates.
00:40:58I want to know everything about Richard Kingsley and his motives.
00:41:02Of course, we are so close to unraveling this mystery.
00:41:05I received these pictures of you in the apartment.
00:41:09I tried to call you many times and you didn't answer.
00:41:10I thought something happened to you.
00:41:11I'm so sorry.
00:41:12I've been so engrossed in my painting.
00:41:16Everything's okay.
00:41:17I'm just glad you're okay.
00:41:18I'm just glad you're okay.
00:41:19I'm safe and sound.
00:41:20Thank you for worrying about me so much.
00:41:21Samantha.
00:41:22The private detective I've heard is close to finding the person behind all this.
00:41:26I won't let him walk in one piece.
00:41:27I thought something happened to you.
00:41:29I'm so sorry. I've been so engrossed in my painting.
00:41:33Everything's okay.
00:41:35I'm just glad you're okay.
00:41:37I'm safe and sound.
00:41:39Thank you for worrying about me so much.
00:41:43Samantha, the private detective I heart is close to finding the person behind all this.
00:41:49I won't let him walk in one piece after what he has done.
00:41:57You know, it's moments like these that really make me appreciate having you in my life, James. Contract or not.
00:42:07I feel the same way, Mia.
00:42:09I won't ever want to lose you.
00:42:13I've been working on this for a few weeks.
00:42:16It may not be to everyone's taste, but it means a lot to me.
00:42:21It's wonderful. You're really talented.
00:42:27Thank you so much for your support. It means the world to me.
00:42:33Hello?
00:42:47James, I trust you are well.
00:42:51I wanted to inform you that there is an urgent meeting scheduled regarding the latest project we are partnering up on.
00:42:57Sure. Where should we meet?
00:43:01I can rearrange some work to make it.
00:43:05That's great.
00:43:07Your expertise and insights have been invaluable to us.
00:43:11I'll be at your office at 3pm and we can go over all the details.
00:43:16Thank you for your recognition. I'm more than happy to lead this project to our huge success.
00:43:21Hi. I'm just calling to check if we should reschedule today's meeting.
00:43:47My apologies, James. I wouldn't be able to make the meeting myself due to some unexpected events.
00:43:55But our president is on her way to meet with you herself.
00:43:59Wow. I was not aware of that.
00:44:02Maybe you can catch up with each other. It's a great opportunity.
00:44:06She surely is very excited about this.
00:44:10Thank you to all.
00:44:12I would like to thank you for having me.
00:44:13Thank you for joining us.
00:44:15Although, you'll have a great opportunity on the next episode.
00:44:17So, thank you, James.
00:44:18Thank you for joining us.
00:44:20Yes.
00:44:26Yes.
00:44:27So, thank you for listening.
00:44:30You're welcome.
00:44:32Thank you, James.
00:44:34You're welcome.
00:44:35Yes.
00:44:37All right.
00:44:38I'm James Turner, you're...
00:44:49Jimmy, don't you remember me?
00:44:56I'm sorry, but I can see too.
00:45:00Perhaps this will help you to remember?
00:45:08I thought as much. It's me, your beloved Mabel.
00:45:16Mabel? What the...
00:45:38You know, Mabel, next year is going to be a whole new world to me.
00:45:45I know, babe. I can't believe you're graduating. I'm a date fly.
00:45:51Life after college, it's a bit scary, but I'm so excited.
00:45:56I want to work in real estate and I can't wait what I can achieve.
00:46:02I'm sure nothing can stop you from your goal.
00:46:10I can't wait to graduate so we can get married.
00:46:13Yeah, I know.
00:46:16Did you lock the door?
00:46:18Of course I did.
00:46:22Hope you won't change it to me.
00:46:25I won't.
00:46:26What's your goal?
00:46:27What's your goal?
00:46:40Mabel?
00:46:42James, I can't explain.
00:46:45I'm so sorry, I have to find out like this,
00:46:47but Mabel and I have been together for a while now.
00:46:49I don't know.
00:47:02Mabel? What are you doing here?
00:47:06It's Victoria. And through business, of course, darling.
00:47:14What are you playing here? What's up with all the charade?
00:47:20Let's say I wanted to see how have you been, James.
00:47:26You know, for the old time's sake.
00:47:30Old time's sake? You cheated on me with my best friend. What do you want?
00:47:36People change, James. And I just can't let you off my mind.
00:47:44How did you become the president of this company? What are you hiding?
00:47:49A woman like me can get whatever I want was just a little trick.
00:47:55See? I helped you got this project.
00:47:59I've missed you, James. Missed us.
00:48:03We should be together. I'm the only one who can help you.
00:48:09No, Victoria. I won't let you manipulate. Not again.
00:48:14You have always been a challenge, James.
00:48:25This is not how I imaged our reunion. If you come here to talk about that project, let's get to it. Otherwise, you should leave.
00:48:32Don't be so harsh. If you want a business, we'll talk about business.
00:48:39Let's get professional.
00:48:41James, the reason I chose you is not only because of our past. I trust you and your ability. I know what you're capable of.
00:48:53Really?
00:48:54Oh, please. Put our history behind, will you? I pay responsibility to my company too, okay? I didn't take this job for fun.
00:49:08Fine. Let's be clear. I won't do anything that goes against my principles or the law.
00:49:16Agree, James. We'll keep it strictly professional.
00:49:46Scott, you won't believe what just happened.
00:49:49What's the matter?
00:50:00Wait, Mabel? Your ex-girlfriend from college? You haven't seen her in years, right?
00:50:07That's the one. She's now going by Victoria and she's the president of this major corporation.
00:50:13She wants my help on the project. I can't shake feeling that there's more to it.
00:50:20I think we have to wait for her move.
00:50:23I need to find out what's really going on. But I can't do it alone. Will you help me, Scott?
00:50:29Of course. Happy to help. She wants you involved in the real estate project, but it's more than just business. I'm sure of it.
00:50:36I have the same feeling. Nothing is ever pure about her. I don't want Mia to worry about this. She's working on an important artwork. And I promised I'll protect her.
00:50:47Of course. I'll try my best to find out Victoria's true intent.
00:50:53Thanks, man. What should I do without you?
00:50:55James, are you okay? You seem a little bit off tonight.
00:51:11Sorry to make your word, babe. Just stuff with work, you know.
00:51:15All right. It's just that we've been through a lot together. You don't need to hide anything from me. If you want to talk about something, we can figure it out together.
00:51:28Babe, it shouldn't worry you. I can handle it myself. Trust me.
00:51:35Okay. Just remember, I'm always here for you. If you want to talk things through or need some help, I'm here.
00:51:47Thank you, Mia. You focus on your beautiful project and leave everything else to me.
00:51:52James, we're one. There's nothing that we can't handle together.
00:52:03Hi, Jimmy.
00:52:08Victoria.
00:52:10What an unexpected surprise. I don't recall any business meeting with you today.
00:52:17I'm just visiting an old friend.
00:52:20I've moved on with my life. I have Mia, and she means everything to me.
00:52:26Oh, please, James. You wouldn't let a college flinch cloud your judgement after all these years. Right?
00:52:35Spare me the details. You betrayed me with my own roommate.
00:52:40What did you expect me to do, James? You were leaving college, and I wouldn't survive alone with a blood-sucking family.
00:52:48I need someone to back me up. I was a child.
00:52:53I don't care about your reasons anymore, Victoria. I got over here a long time ago.
00:52:58So cut wherever you're playing here.
00:53:02Come back here, dummy.
00:53:04I don't ever want to meet you again outside of our normal business arrangements.
00:53:08James, I never said I wanted to be your wife. I just want to be in your life.
00:53:23And you are coming with us to check the new site for our project. It's required by our partnership contract.
00:53:36I've got a business trip coming up. It's a sudden opportunity, and I need to leave for a few days.
00:53:51Oh, really? That's unexpected. When do you leave?
00:53:54Tomorrow morning. I know. It's a short notice, but I'll be back before you know it.
00:54:02Alright, James. Just be safe and don't overwork yourself.
00:54:08I will. I'll miss you so much.
00:54:10James. You've had quite a bit. Is everything all right?
00:54:35I'll miss you.
00:54:41Alright, James.
00:54:47Everything's fine, just...
00:54:54Believe me.
00:54:55Leave me.
00:55:05You've had enough tonight, James.
00:55:08Let me make sure you're comfortable.
00:55:12Doria, what are you doing?
00:55:16Don't you worry. We'll have a little chat.
00:55:20You're safe with me.
00:55:23What do you want?
00:55:27You, James.
00:55:29I want you.
00:55:31I want all of you.
00:55:33Your body, your love, and even your soul.
00:55:42Stop it. I'm married.
00:55:46I don't mind.
00:55:48Or maybe this makes you want even more.
00:55:55You enjoy it, don't you?
00:55:58I know exactly how to please you.
00:56:01Yeah.
00:56:03I can do it, darling.
00:56:04Oh, come on.
00:56:06No.
00:56:07Darling.
00:56:08We all know about your little contract.
00:56:12Besides, she will never find out.
00:56:18You know this is what we're talking about, James?
00:56:21What the hell happened?
00:56:40I can't believe I let it get this far.
00:56:42Don't, baby. What's wrong?
00:56:48Victoria, this is a mistake.
00:56:51Did you set me up?
00:56:53Where are you laying next to me?
00:56:55Oh, you are just so energetic.
00:56:59Stop the games.
00:57:01I'm serious.
00:57:02I don't love you and don't want to have anything to do.
00:57:04Well, let's say we had a stunning night and I saved some pictures for members.
00:57:23Delete those pictures right now.
00:57:25Why don't you come here and make me?
00:57:31You're playing with fire.
00:57:33I won't be blackmailed or manipulated.
00:57:36Delete them. Now.
00:57:42You're just no fun, James.
00:57:49I want you to step away from my life.
00:57:52This can't happen again.
00:57:55We'll see about that.
00:58:08Oh, Jamie, Jamie.
00:58:11You can never run away from me.
00:58:17Oh my god, James, you're home.
00:58:20I miss you too, babe. It's good to be home.
00:58:23Tell me everything about your trip.
00:58:26It was a normal business trip. Nothing special.
00:58:29Let's not talk about it. I just want to enjoy the moment with you.
00:58:33Okay, sure. I'm just so glad you're home.
00:58:38Hello?
00:58:39Hello?
00:58:40Hello, Mia.
00:58:41Who's this?
00:58:42I guess Jimmy didn't tell you about me.
00:58:43I'm Victoria, the president of the company James is presently partnering with me.
00:58:45I'm Victoria, the president of the company James is presently partnering with me.
00:58:46Okay, how may I help you?
00:58:47I'm Victoria, the president of the company James is presently partnering with me.
00:58:48Okay, how may I help you?
00:58:49I'm Victoria, the president of the company James is presently partnering with me.
00:58:50Okay, how may I help you?
00:58:51You see, Jimmy and I have come a long way, and since you're not really, we can you
00:58:52even make a lot of time.
00:58:53I don't know where you are.
00:58:54I don't know where you are.
00:58:55There's only one who wants to do that.
00:58:56You can help you.
00:58:57We don't know what I'm going to do.
00:58:58Okay, how are you?
00:58:59Put me away in the house.
00:59:00Okay, how are you?
00:59:01Yes, you sure.
00:59:03And I'll get you to the house.
00:59:04I really don't know who you are.
00:59:05Oh, I'm Vic.
00:59:06Yeah.
00:59:07Yeah, this is
00:59:07big.
00:59:08Absolutely.
00:59:09Awesome.
00:59:10I'm Victoria, the president of the company James is presently partnering
00:59:12in.
00:59:13Okay, how may I help you?
00:59:16See, Jimmy and I have come a long way, and since you're not really married to him,
00:59:22so I guess there is no harm in stepping in.
00:59:25What do you mean?
00:59:27You see, James is mine, and mine alone.
00:59:31He will kindly excuse us so we can be together.
00:59:35That will be great.
00:59:37He would never like someone like you.
00:59:39Oh, please.
00:59:41He showed lots of love to me not long ago.
00:59:44He surely had no time to think of you.
00:59:47I sent you the pictures.
00:59:49Hope you enjoy them.
00:59:59Impossible.
01:00:01He would never do this to me.
01:00:10Hey.
01:00:11What's wrong?
01:00:13Nothing.
01:00:17How was your day?
01:00:19Oh.
01:00:21It's Azir.
01:00:24Who is Victoria?
01:00:29Victoria?
01:00:30Where did you hear that name from?
01:00:33She called me James.
01:00:35She said things.
01:00:37Things I can't believe.
01:00:45Mia, it's...
01:00:47Can you explain?
01:00:50You have to know you're the one and the only one I love.
01:00:55Tell me the truth, James.
01:01:00Is she important to you?
01:01:05She is my ex from college.
01:01:15And also my current business partner.
01:01:21And what about this?
01:01:22Is this part of your business?
01:01:24We had a businessman.
01:01:34She set me up.
01:01:37I made a mistake.
01:01:40But it's not how it looks like.
01:01:42I love you.
01:01:44And I don't want her to ruin us.
01:01:46Tell me the truth, James.
01:01:50What happened that night?
01:01:56Yeah.
01:01:57I tried to stop her.
01:01:59I was...
01:02:01Too drunk and also confused.
01:02:07I don't know if I can trust you anymore, James.
01:02:11You put our relationship on edge.
01:02:14I'm so sorry.
01:02:16I'll do everything it takes to make this right.
01:02:21Please, don't give up on us.
01:02:27I need some space.
01:02:29Please, just...
01:02:31Leave me alone.
01:02:51Samantha, found anything?
01:02:53Yes, I got a lead.
01:02:55It's been a challenging investigation.
01:02:57But I've uncovered some crucial information leads on Richard Kinsley.
01:03:03I'm listening.
01:03:05He went to the same college with Mia.
01:03:07And he developed an obsession over her everything.
01:03:11He's been stalking your life, collecting information, and attempting to get her.
01:03:17This is insane.
01:03:19How did he get so close to us?
01:03:20He used virus, illnesses, and keep a low profile, which made it challenging to track him.
01:03:27But we've identified his patterns and his current location.
01:03:32I'd advise involving the authorities and getting a restraining order against him.
01:03:37Thank you, Samantha.
01:03:39I appreciate your dedication.
01:03:40You and Mia deserve peace, James.
01:03:43I will continue to monitor the situation.
01:03:45But please take legal action to protect yourself.
01:03:51I'll take care of her.
01:03:52And it's time for me to take control.
01:03:54It's time to tell the truth, Richard.
01:04:14Don't you think?
01:04:15Who sent you after us?
01:04:16Someone like you would never think of such a deliberate plan.
01:04:19If you don't tell the truth, I will call the cops on you.
01:04:23Fine.
01:04:25Fine.
01:04:26It was Victoria.
01:04:28Victoria.
01:04:29How did she convince you to do this?
01:04:34She told me about your contract marriage.
01:04:38She told me you don't even care about Mia.
01:04:42She promised to help me get Mia back after she gets you back.
01:04:45You were manipulated, Richard.
01:04:51You're such a clown.
01:05:00James.
01:05:01I've been seeing you.
01:05:05I thought someone never would have seen me again, huh?
01:05:09Missed me already?
01:05:12Victoria.
01:05:13I want answers.
01:05:15Why did you hire Richard to stalk us?
01:05:20Richard?
01:05:22Never heard any Richard in my life.
01:05:25I know it was you.
01:05:27He told me everything.
01:05:31Okay.
01:05:33It was me.
01:05:35But I did it for us.
01:05:39For us?
01:05:41I don't know there isn't us.
01:05:43I've always loved you, Jimmy.
01:05:50I just want to be back together with you.
01:06:01Here is the plan.
01:06:02We need to kidnap Mia without anyone tracing back to us.
01:06:11We are professionals.
01:06:12We know how to cover our tracks.
01:06:16Good.
01:06:17And remember,
01:06:19I want her unharmed.
01:06:21This is just to make James realized he belongs to me.
01:06:30We understand.
01:06:31You get much fun.
01:06:32What?
01:06:53Hello?
01:06:57Who's there?
01:07:02My, my, Mia, what a tangled web we weave.
01:07:13It's me, Victoria.
01:07:17What do you want?
01:07:19I warned you to walk away, but you just wouldn't listen.
01:07:23So I decided to teach you a little lesson.
01:07:27See?
01:07:29You cried.
01:07:31You would never be good enough for James.
01:07:35He'll never get away with this.
01:07:37James wants nothing to do with you.
01:07:40We'll see about that.
01:07:43You can't control other people's feelings.
01:07:47You're such a bunny.
01:07:49Maybe Jamie wanted to have a bet?
01:07:53Why else he would choose you over me?
01:07:55What we have is real.
01:07:58And you need to face the truth.
01:08:01Listen to me carefully, Bunny.
01:08:05If you truly care for James, you'll stay away from him.
01:08:09It's not a negotiation, it's a demand.
01:08:11James and I are married, and there's nothing you can do about it.
01:08:17Don't be too confident.
01:08:19Don't be too confident.
01:08:21Just yet.
01:08:23You're shocked.
01:08:24Don't be too confident.
01:08:25It's hard to work.
01:08:26Don't lose.
01:08:27I'm not too confident.
01:08:28Right?
01:08:29Don't lose.
01:08:30I'm not too confident.
01:08:31No, I'm not too confident.
01:08:32What are you doing?
01:08:33They're all good.
01:08:34Who do you want to win?
01:08:35What are you doing?
01:08:36Who do you want to win?
01:08:37Who do you want to win?
01:08:38This is a good thing.
01:08:39Okay.
01:08:40There's nothing else.
01:08:41how much you will sacrifice for Mia.
01:08:43Mia!
01:08:45Let her go.
01:08:46You want me?
01:08:47I'm here.
01:08:50You've got one minute, James.
01:08:52Your precious contract wife
01:08:55or the woman who's left you all alone.
01:09:01Victoria.
01:09:04Why are you doing this?
01:09:07You're risking your own life.
01:09:09You just never believed that I truly loved you, right?
01:09:13I won't even have a life after tonight.
01:09:17But before anything happens, I'll get what I want.
01:09:26Please, put the gun down.
01:09:29You don't want to end up like this.
01:09:32Mia is the only one I love.
01:09:39It's over now.
01:09:40You're safe.
01:09:41I was so scared, James.
01:09:43I thought I'd never see you again.
01:09:45I know.
01:09:48I know.
01:09:49I was scared too.
01:09:51But here we are.
01:09:53And I'll always protect you.
01:09:55You mean the world to me.
01:09:56I love you, James.
01:09:57I love you, James.
01:09:58I love you too.
01:10:02Why?
01:10:04Why did you betray me?
01:10:05I never wanted to hurt you.
01:10:07I know it.
01:10:08I never wanted to hurt you.
01:10:09I was ever wrong.
01:10:11I know as control.
01:10:12James.
01:10:13I love you too.
01:10:18Why?
01:10:20Why did you betray me?
01:10:24I never wanted to hurt you.
01:10:26I was hurt and I lost control.
01:10:30I didn't know how to handle it, so...
01:10:33I decided not to tell you and I'm so sorry.
01:10:37You should have trusted me, James.
01:10:39I'm the kind of woman you can fight with.
01:10:46Mia?
01:10:48Mia?
01:11:05Are you okay?
01:11:06You scared the hell out of me.
01:11:10It's okay. I feel better now.
01:11:14I'm sorry to have scared you.
01:11:17I guess tonight's events took a lot out of me.
01:11:24I'm so sorry for everything that has happened.
01:11:27I love you.
01:11:29And I guess...
01:11:31carrying a baby also takes away from my strength.
01:11:37What?
01:11:39What did you just say?
01:11:40What?
01:11:42What did you just say?
01:11:44Well...
01:11:46I've been having some...
01:11:48fainting incidents recently, so...
01:11:51I went to the hospital by myself and...
01:11:55It looks like in eight months, you're going to become a dad.
01:12:00What?
01:12:01You're pregnant?
01:12:02Oh my God!
01:12:03I can't believe!
01:12:04I had no idea!
01:12:06You should have told me earlier!
01:12:07I can't believe we're becoming parents!
01:12:08This is the most exciting moment in my life!
01:12:09I knew you would be happy!
01:12:10James, with the baby coming...
01:12:12and the incidents behind us...
01:12:14I think it's time we come clean to our parents.
01:12:16They deserve to know the truth.
01:12:18And we have to know the truth.
01:12:19And we have to know the truth.
01:12:21And we have to know the truth.
01:12:23And we have to know the truth.
01:12:25We have to know the truth.
01:12:27We have to know the truth.
01:12:29And the incidents behind us.
01:12:31I think it's time we come clean to our parents.
01:12:35They deserve to know the truth.
01:12:38And we have to tell them...
01:12:40They have a grandchild on the way.
01:12:43You're right, Mia.
01:12:45It's time to be honest with them.
01:12:52I'm so happy.
01:12:54You know, Mia...
01:12:56I was thinking...
01:12:57I want a girl!
01:12:58She'll have your eyes in my smile.
01:13:00Oh, really?
01:13:02I'm imagining a boy...
01:13:04with your intelligence...
01:13:06and my sense of beauty.
01:13:08But...
01:13:10as long as the little one is healthy...
01:13:12I'm satisfied.
01:13:14I've never been more excited about the future.
01:13:16Me too, James.
01:13:18This journey...
01:13:20our journey...
01:13:22it's been a surprise in every sense of the word.
01:13:24Surprise can be a good thing, right?
01:13:26And maybe... just maybe...
01:13:27we'll have the best of both worlds.
01:13:37Breakfast in bed for my beautiful princess.
01:13:40Oh my God!
01:13:42Are you trying to spoil me?
01:13:44Maybe I am. You deserve it.
01:13:45You deserve it.
01:13:47This looks amazing.
01:13:49I love the nuggets.
01:13:51I believe in us, James.
01:13:55We've gone through a lot of challenges...
01:13:58and...
01:13:59come out even stronger.
01:14:01Tonight is the last step for us to become a real couple.
01:14:06I'm lucky to have you here by my side, Mia.
01:14:10It doesn't matter how angry they get upon hearing the news.
01:14:15We'll face it together.
01:14:17Mom.
01:14:18We need to tell you something about our marriage.
01:14:20Our marriage started with a light to new quality.
01:14:33And...
01:14:34It was a business arrangement.
01:14:37But...
01:14:39over time...
01:14:41we fell in love with each other.
01:14:43We want to make it real.
01:14:45And we'd like to have your blessing...
01:14:48for real this time.
01:14:49Well...
01:14:50your marriage contract or not...
01:14:51was...
01:14:52has looked pretty real to me...
01:14:53from the very beginning.
01:14:55And I'm glad you guys are brave enough...
01:14:56to admit the mistakes...
01:14:58and go on with your...
01:14:59real...
01:15:00happy...
01:15:01marriage love.
01:15:03Thank you for understanding, Mom.
01:15:05I'm glad you guys are brave enough...
01:15:08to admit the mistakes...
01:15:10and go on with your...
01:15:12real...
01:15:13happy...
01:15:14marriage love.
01:15:16Thank you for understanding, Mom.
01:15:17I'll always be there for her.
01:15:19And we have a new member...
01:15:21coming to the family soon.
01:15:23I'll always be there for her.
01:15:25And we have a new member...
01:15:26coming to the family soon.
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