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The Billionaire’s Fake Revenge
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00:00In college I bought a boyfriend. He was a genius from a small town. He was penniless. But I got
00:10everything. The deal was, I paid his family's medical bills. And he slept with me. But eventually he hated every
00:18second of the four years. Then a nightmare happened. My family went bankrupt overnight. That same night he walked away.
00:27No goodbye. No looking back.
00:30Just gone. For years later everything changed. I'm a waitress at a stripper club working to pay off debts. And
00:37him? He's the new king of Silicon Valley. For all these years. I never thought I'd run into Ryan like
00:44this. I kept my head down when serving the drinks trying to hide. Tella was sitting right next to him.
00:51They look perfect together I thought bitterly. Waitress? Slice up these oranges? I turned my back to him and started
00:58slicing. The orange juice.
00:59Splashed on my hands. Long ago whenever I craved oranges. Ryan would always slice for me. His cuts were perfect.
01:07Slice was exactly the same. Back then I actually thought he loved me. Later I realized he was just a
01:14sweet person. When he sliced those oranges. He would think about codes, scholarships and bills this month. He thought about
01:21everything except me. For years apart felt like a lifetime. Suddenly they started talking about college romances. Someone said.
01:28I heard you had a girlfriend back then Ryan. I heard you had a girlfriend back then Ryan. My hand
01:38froze. Yeah. Wow. Four years. Basically all of college. Ryan didn't respond. It must be unforgettable right? Ryan stayed silent.
01:49Swirling the wine in his glass. After a long pause. He gave a faint cold smile.
01:54Not really. Believe me. He couldn't stand that girl. Stella joked. I went to the same college with them. That
02:04girl was a totally nightmare. If she hadn't been in the way. Ryan and I would have been together years
02:09ago. So true. Stella is killing it on social media. The ex is old news compared to her. The room
02:20is filled with laughter again. I grabbed the tray. Wanting to get out of there.
02:24Suddenly the knife slips. Out. The sound drew everyone's attention. What is wrong with you? Can't you even cut fruit?
02:31I'm so sorry. I'll go get a new one. Wait. Ryan's voice stopped me cold. Turn around. He spoke slowly.
02:41One word at a time. I froze. I felt like I was nailed to the floor. Turn around. I froze.
02:49Just then the manager stepped in. I'm so sorry. She's new.
02:54This tray is on the homes today. Go. Get a new one. Now.
03:01I finally escaped the room. Be more careful next time. If they complain, you're working for nothing tonight.
03:14That VIP room is full of big shots. Especially that young CEO. We cannot afford to offend him.
03:20I'm scared. Could you deliver the oranges for me?
03:24Sure.
03:27I stood in the hallway. Realized something bitter.
03:32I am the nightmare ex they were talking about.
03:36I still remember our freshman year.
03:39Ryan stood in the crowd in his faded old clothes.
03:42He was totally an outsider.
03:44But he was the only one I saw.
03:47Until last week, when he suddenly showed up.
03:50I loved his cold, calm voice when he was talking to me.
03:54And I loved the way he looked down at me.
03:58Ryan was desperate for money back then.
04:01So one night after class, I grabbed his hand.
04:05I like you, Ryan.
04:06Be with me.
04:08I have money.
04:09We can share.
04:10I could even pay you for one night.
04:12No.
04:14He said no, of course.
04:17But I was young and spoiled.
04:19I didn't know the word lose meant.
04:23The more he said no.
04:25No.
04:25The harder I chased him.
04:29Everything changed when his grandfather got sick.
04:33Without thinking.
04:35I paid all the medical bills.
04:37That was the moment Ryan finally gave in.
04:40I was so stupid.
04:44I thought I was being a hero.
04:48It took me a long time to realize.
04:50I got the man.
04:55But I crushed his soul.
05:01Even after we started dating, he worked every single day.
05:04He barely touched my money.
05:06But things got worse.
05:07People started to spread rumors.
05:09They said he had sold himself.
05:11I was so naive.
05:13I just held his hand and said,
05:14Ignore them.
05:15I lived in my own little world.
05:17Never realized Ryan was fighting his war all alone.
05:20Senior year.
05:21My family lost everything.
05:23I didn't tell him the truth.
05:24I just called him out and said,
05:26Let's break up.
05:26Why?
05:27I'm bored of you.
05:30Fine.
05:31As you wish.
05:32Just like that, we were over.
05:34I figured he was happy to finally be free.
05:37The day we broke up, I changed my phone and left town to pay off the debts.
05:42I didn't move back until three months ago.
05:44Ryan looks amazing now.
05:46He was always a genius.
05:47The top of our class.
05:49Only four years after graduation.
05:50He's a tech mogul on the cover of Fortune magazines now.
05:54And Stella, she was our prom queen, became a famous influencer.
05:57I never expected them to be together.
06:00They look good together.
06:03They look good together.
06:06Standing by the elevator, I tried to swallow the bitterness in my chest.
06:09It was 4 a.m. when I finished my shift.
06:12I was the last one out of the club.
06:14The lights were off and the elevator wasn't running.
06:17I kept hitting the button, hoping for a miracle.
06:20You should call security, a voice said behind me.
06:23I looked back, and there he was, Ryan.
06:26I called, my hands shaking.
06:28The elevator opened.
06:30We stood together in the tiny, quiet space.
06:33You always get off this late?
06:34He asked casually.
06:36We leave when the last guest leaves.
06:38Does it pay well?
06:39It's okay.
06:40I kept my head down.
06:41He acted like I was a total stranger, chatting away as if nothing happened.
06:45This elevator is slow.
06:46My girlfriend is waiting for me.
06:47She must be worried.
06:48My heart skipped a beat.
06:50He was talking about Stella.
06:53What about you?
06:55Working so late, doesn't your boyfriend pick you up?
07:00Doesn't your boyfriend pick you up?
07:02I live nearby.
07:03The elevator doors opened.
07:05I tried to run, but Ryan grabbed my arm.
07:07Why are you always running, Chloe?
07:09Where else can you go?
07:11He looked exactly like the same boy from my past, but his eyes were colder.
07:16You just vanished, Chloe.
07:18Phone disconnected.
07:20No one can reach you.
07:21You're so good at disappearing.
07:23I finally looked at him.
07:25You've done your research, haven't you, Ryan?
07:27My family went bankrupt.
07:28I'm still in debt.
07:29Why didn't you tell me then?
07:30Was your pride that important?
07:31I was speechless.
07:33Chloe?
07:34Is that you?
07:35It was Stella.
07:36She looked perfect.
07:37Even prettier than before.
07:40Chloe?
07:41Is that you?
07:42Where have you been after all these years?
07:45I moved away.
07:47Stella looked at my coat.
07:48Wait.
07:49Is that your old coat from college?
07:51It's literally falling apart.
07:53Why are you still wearing that?
07:54She wanted to embarrass me.
07:56It's fine.
07:57It still works.
07:59Are things that bad?
08:00Stella pulled out a card, said.
08:02Here.
08:02Take this.
08:04Don't worry about paying it back.
08:06I looked at her then at Ryan, who was in her arm.
08:09No thanks.
08:09I can still pay my own bills.
08:12I'm actually getting married.
08:14Next month, to be exact.
08:16I'd love for you guys to come to my wedding.
08:18Ryan's face suddenly went pale.
08:20He never saw it coming.
08:22The club gig is just my side hustle.
08:24By day, I have a real office job.
08:27Monday morning, a big client arrived.
08:29The office was buzzing with gossip.
08:31I heard this guy's a total genius.
08:33He built this system just to find someone.
08:36Who?
08:37I heard it's his ex-girlfriend.
08:38My heart skipped a beat.
08:39So, did he find her yet?
08:41Nobody knows, but every big investor is chasing him.
08:44I grabbed my files and headed to the meeting.
08:47I heard a familiar voice inside.
08:50I need to rethink this partnership.
08:52I pushed the door open and set the files down.
08:55Ryan's eyes locked onto mine instantly.
08:57What are you doing here?
08:59Working.
09:00My boss looked surprised.
09:01Chloe, do you know Mr. Warren?
09:05We've met.
09:06Met?
09:07That's new to me.
09:08He was upset, but I didn't know why.
09:10He was the one who walked away first.
09:13Ryan pointed at me and looked at my boss.
09:15I'm willing to sign, provided there's a small condition.
09:18I want Chloe as my private assistant.
09:21Of course.
09:22Absolutely.
09:23My boss agreed before I could say a word.
09:25Then he had me run coffee back and forth, while they talked business until sunset.
09:30At p.m., I grabbed my bag to leave.
09:33Where are you going?
09:34I didn't say you could leave.
09:35I can't work late today, Mr. Warren.
09:37What could be more important than your work?
09:41I have another job.
09:43I have to go deliver food now.
09:45Ryan just stared at me in total shock.
09:47I used to be so spoiled.
09:48I was the kind of person who wouldn't even touch takeout.
09:51Back in college, Ryan spent all his after-school hours delivering food.
09:55His dinner was usually just a cheap, free meal provided by the delivery company.
10:00One day, I went to find him.
10:01I saw him squeezed into a tiny room with a bunch of other Uber Eat drivers.
10:06They were all just shoving food into their mouths from plastic boxes.
10:10I said,
10:11Ryan, how can you eat that?
10:13It's so unhealthy.
10:14He looked so uncomfortable.
10:16He looked at me and asked,
10:18Does it really matter if it's healthy?
10:20Come on, let's go grab some steak.
10:23I dragged him to a new steakhouse,
10:25where a meal costs over 100 bucks.
10:28He stood at the door for a long time.
10:31Then he silently took off his delivery uniform.
10:34It wasn't until my family lost everything
10:36that I finally understood how he felt that day.
10:39And I understood his pain, just like I felt today.
10:43It started snowing on the street.
10:45The ground was so slippery,
10:47and the food spilled everywhere.
10:50I called the customer to explain,
10:53but he just screamed at me.
10:55Hello?
10:56I'm so sorry.
10:58It's snowing and the roads are icy.
11:00I fell off my bike and the food spilled.
11:03Don't make excuses.
11:04You're late.
11:05I'm so sorry.
11:06I'm so sorry.
11:07My palms were cracked and bleeding.
11:09It hurt so badly,
11:10but I didn't have time to care.
11:12Suddenly, Ryan appeared and grabbed my bike.
11:14I had no idea how long he'd been standing there, watching me.
11:17I reflexively hid my hands behind my back.
11:22Stop hiding them.
11:23I saw them.
11:24Go wash them.
11:25Right now.
11:26His voice was raspy,
11:27and his eyes were bloodshot.
11:29I have to deliver the food first.
11:31Get in the car.
11:32I'll take you.
11:32The customer lived on the first floor.
11:35When I handed him the meal, he grumbled.
11:38What the?
11:39A Porsche driver delivering takeout?
11:41I checked my phone.
11:43I had to pick up the next order.
11:45Stop.
11:46Don't go.
11:48I can't.
11:49I haven't made enough money tonight.
11:51Then I'll buy it.
11:52Then I'll buy it.
11:53What?
11:54I can't believe what I heard.
11:56He reached into his coat and pulled out a thick stack of cash.
11:59He didn't even count it.
12:01He just pressed the money into my bleeding hands.
12:04I'm buying your time for the rest of the night.
12:06The Porsche pulled up to Ryan's house.
12:09He opened the door for me.
12:11I stepped out hesitantly.
12:12Standing at his front door, I stopped.
12:15Stella wouldn't like it.
12:16I refused to go inside.
12:18You're still worried about her?
12:19Look at yourself.
12:21You're a mess.
12:22My palms were torn up,
12:23and my clothes were soaked with dirty melted snow.
12:26And look at this house.
12:28Does it look like a woman lives here?
12:30You guys aren't living together?
12:33I was never even with her.
12:35Ryan pulled out a contract and handed it to me.
12:38Six months ago, she came to me for a deal.
12:40She didn't want to be harassed by all those scumbags.
12:44So she asked me to play her fake boyfriend.
12:47He explained further, making sure I understood.
12:50And some gold diggers like to target tech CEOs like us.
12:53It's annoying.
12:54Stella could help me get rid of them as well.
12:57I opened the contract, and the words practically jumped off the page.
13:01No interference in each other's private lives.
13:05Ryan took my hand and started treating my wounds.
13:08Then I saw a row of unopened hand creams on the shelf.
13:12It was my favorite brand.
13:14Ryan had bought the entire set.
13:16I talked to your co-works today.
13:18You don't have a boyfriend.
13:20You even told everyone you were single last week.
13:23Tell me the truth.
13:24There is no wedding, Chloe.
13:26Admit it.
13:28You're wrong.
13:29There is.
13:31Then show me a photo.
13:34A photo of you and that guy.
13:36We don't have any photos together.
13:40You?
13:42You love taking pictures.
13:44And you're telling me you don't have a single photo with your new man?
13:47You just reminded me.
13:49I'll take one next time and show it to you.
13:53Ryan let out a cold, frustrated laugh.
13:56Suddenly, he leaned over.
13:57He pushed me back onto the couch, trapping me completely.
14:01I couldn't move even through my sweater.
14:04I could feel the heat radiating from his body.
14:07I bought your time for tonight.
14:10I'll give your money back, Ryan.
14:12I'm really getting married.
14:13His hand slid down my shoulder slowly.
14:16Until he reached my wrist, he stopped.
14:18Getting married?
14:20And yet you're still wearing the bracelet your ex-boyfriend sent you?
14:23That doesn't seem right, does it?
14:24I looked down.
14:25There was a thin chain on my wrist.
14:27Over the years, it had lost its shine.
14:29It was the very first gift Ryan ever gave me.
14:32I was 19, and the world was different then.
14:35There was a week I barely saw him except for classes.
14:38He was working every part-time job he could find.
14:41He was working harder than ever.
14:42On my birthday, my parents threw a party for me at a fancy restaurant.
14:46I invited Ryan, but he didn't show up.
14:49I waited and waited.
14:50Finally, when the party was over, my phone rang.
14:54I'm outside the restaurant.
14:56I walked out in the middle of a heavy snowstorm.
14:59There he was standing tall and straight.
15:02He looked exhausted, just like I do today.
15:05His cheap yellow delivery uniform was covered in mud.
15:08Back then, I didn't know what's happening.
15:10All I did was complain about him being late.
15:12Ryan just smiled and rubbed my hair.
15:15He told me he got me a gift.
15:17It was a simple bracelet, but I knew it was way more than he could afford.
15:21I loved it so much that I couldn't wait to put it on.
15:23And for years, I never took it off.
15:25My parents called me from inside the restaurant.
15:27Who were you talking to?
15:28They asked who I was talking to.
15:30They never liked Ryan.
15:32They thought he was too poor for me.
15:34When I turned back around, Ryan was already gone, disappearing into the snow.
15:38Looking back today, I can't help but wonder.
15:41Back when we were 19, Ryan did love me, didn't he?
15:44That bracelet.
15:45He worked day and night just to buy it for me.
15:48Was he just like me tonight?
15:50Running through the snow.
15:51Falling down but getting back up just to get that gift to me.
15:54But what about now?
15:55He's now pressing me down into the sofa, his shadow looming over me.
15:59His house is filled with luxury brands I used to love.
16:02Does he still care about me?
16:03Or is he just trying to humiliate me?
16:05I couldn't figure it out.
16:07Before I knew it, tears started rolling down my face.
16:10Ryan froze.
16:11He looked completely panicked.
16:13He could never handle it when I cried.
16:15That's the one thing about him that hasn't changed at all.
16:18He scrambled to wipe the tears from my face.
16:20Don't cry.
16:21Please, don't cry.
16:23I'm sorry.
16:25I didn't mean to make you cry.
16:27Today's your 26th birthday.
16:29And I bought you a new bracelet.
16:32I...
16:33I bought you a new bracelet.
16:35What?
16:36I had completely forgotten.
16:38Today was actually my birthday.
16:40Take a look.
16:42Do you like it?
16:43He reached for my wrist, trying to help me put on the new bracelet.
16:47Chloe...
16:50Could we...
16:52Could we try back?
16:54Before he could finish, the doorbell rang.
16:57Where's Chloe?
16:58I'm here to pick her up.
17:00Who are you?
17:00I'm her fiancé.
17:02Didn't she tell you?
17:03Ryan's hand shook.
17:04The new bracelet slipped from his fingers and fell.
17:06I left with Lucas.
17:08He didn't open the windows, but kept lighting one cigarette after another.
17:11The smoke was thick, making me cough uncontrollably.
17:14I had known Lucas for a long time.
17:17Before my family went bankrupt, he confessed his feelings to me.
17:20But back then, I was so head over heels for Ryan, that I rejected Lucas every single time.
17:26Until last week, when he suddenly showed up.
17:31Marry me, and I'll pay off all your debts.
17:35Marry me, and I'll pay off all your debts.
17:38Why?
17:38To prove you chose wrong.
17:40I'm the only one who can save you.
17:42That poor kid is just a burden.
17:44So, I'm just a trophy for his ego.
17:46How pathetic.
17:47I only asked him for a phone call.
17:49Just an excuse to escape Ryan tonight.
17:51I didn't expect him to show up at Ryan's door.
17:56Why lie about being my fiancé?
17:59What's the difference?
18:01We're getting married anyway.
18:03I never said yes.
18:04Do you even have a choice?
18:06Wake up, Chloe.
18:07You're drowning in debt.
18:08Only a sucker would marry you.
18:10Who else wants you?
18:11That guy?
18:12He was your broken college boyfriend, right?
18:14He's only back to humiliate you.
18:16He must be laughing at you right now.
18:20None of your business.
18:22He stole my girl once.
18:24Now I want payback.
18:26Lucas!
18:26I'm not an object.
18:28I said no then, and I say no now.
18:33I had enough.
18:34Is it really up to you, Chloe?
18:36Think about your family.
18:38Looking at his smug face, I thought of the past.
18:40Back then, everyone mocked Ryan just like this.
18:44Does Ryan think of me that way now?
18:47Word got out that I was back.
18:49Everyone knew my family was bankrupt.
18:52My old roommate Jade reached out.
18:53It was our old promise.
18:55Whoever got married last would be the bridesmaid.
18:57On the wedding day, I saw so many old faces.
19:02Chloe, I always thought you'd be the first one to get married.
19:05If I were married, how could I be your bridesmaid?
19:09Don't even start!
19:12Four years!
19:14No calls, no texts.
19:16I was so mad at you.
19:17I'm sorry.
19:19I promise I won't disappear again.
19:21Why did you just vanish then?
19:26My whole world collapsed at that time, Jade.
19:29I didn't want anyone's sympathy.
19:31It just hurt too much to stay.
19:33So I left and deleted everything.
19:36Ryan was looking for you like crazy.
19:38Ryan was looking for you like crazy.
19:42What?
19:44You have no idea.
19:46He tried everything.
19:47The school, the dean.
19:49He almost called the police.
19:51When he couldn't find you, he went to your house.
19:53But when he got there, the house was empty.
19:55Your whole family vanished.
19:57That was the first time I saw Ryan totally lose it.
20:00He sat on your doorstep and just sobbed like a broken kid.
20:04He heard you were in the South.
20:05He went looking for you, but you were a ghost.
20:07Where the hell were you, Chloe?
20:09Miami, Atlanta, New Orleans, I lost count.
20:13Debt collectors were chasing us everywhere.
20:15We changed our names and moved every two weeks.
20:19No wonder he couldn't find you.
20:21Eventually, he went back to San Francisco heartbroken.
20:24That's why he built that his-person-finding data system.
20:28It was all for you.
20:32I don't understand.
20:33I thought I meant nothing to him.
20:35Back in senior year, I overheard him and his roommate.
20:39So, what's the plan?
20:40You gonna marry Chloe after graduation?
20:42No.
20:43No.
20:44That hit me hard, but now I hear he was looking.
20:46For me everywhere?
20:48Does he regret it now that I'm gone?
20:49I was so confused.
20:51When Jade tossed the bouquet, I wasn't paying attention.
20:54I missed it.
20:55The flowers landed right in Ryan's hands.
20:58Congrats!
20:59You got the bouquet.
21:00Will you be giving this to your girlfriend?
21:02No need for that.
21:04He walked straight toward me.
21:05He held out the flowers.
21:07The whole room went wild.
21:09Even Jade was screaming.
21:10I didn't know what to do.
21:11Ryan, you've already met my fiancé.
21:14I don't believe your taste has gotten that bad.
21:16Then just assume my taste is bad.
21:18Fine.
21:20Even if he's real, dump him.
21:23Come back to me.
21:24His deep voice sounded like a spell.
21:26So tempting.
21:27I almost gave in.
21:28It's been years, but Ryan still makes my heart skip a beat.
21:32Later, I remember running to the stairwell alone.
21:35Drinking.
21:35Ryan found me there.
21:37What are you doing here?
21:38I looked back, pouted, and just burst into tears.
21:45Ryan, I'm so tired.
21:47He had to take me home.
21:48I couldn't stop crying.
21:49I couldn't even walk.
21:51When we got out of the car, he swept me up in his arms.
21:54I'm so exhausted.
21:56Working every single day.
21:58The alcohol made me talk in circles.
22:00Ryan tried to comfort me, but I couldn't hear a word.
22:03The last thing I remember was him laying me on his couch.
22:07What's so great about that other guy?
22:10He helps me pay my debts.
22:12I can do that too, Chloe.
22:15I'm better for you.
22:19Please, Chloe.
22:21I'm begging you.
22:23Never disappear again.
22:25After that, everything went black.
22:27The next morning, I woke up in Ryan's bed.
22:29Without a stitch of clothing on, I got out.
22:32The table was covered with food.
22:34And a plate of oranges.
22:36Perfectly sliced.
22:37And a plate of oranges.
22:38Perfectly sliced.
22:39Wait, you called my boss?
22:42Yeah.
22:43Why?
22:44He's going to get the wrong idea.
22:47Everything between us is real, Chloe.
22:49What's the misunderstand?
22:51I had no comeback for that.
22:53After breakfast, I headed back to my place.
23:01Stella called me, sounding absolutely furious.
23:04Hello?
23:05Ryan just got into a fight!
23:07Ryan punched Lucas.
23:08It all started at an industry party they both attended today.
23:11Someone brought up the Hall family, who disappeared years ago.
23:15Lucas started bragging to everyone.
23:17The CEO had a daughter named Chloe.
23:19Her family's still drowning in debt, right?
23:21I told her I'd pay it off for her, and she's been following me like a lost pumpy ever since.
23:27Ryan's fist slammed into his face before he finished the sentence.
23:31Right there, in front of all the industry big shots.
23:34Ryan totally wrecked the golden boy of the Martin family.
23:37I'm standing in the hospital hallway with Stella, waiting for Ryan.
23:40Chloe, if you won't help Ryan, at we thence, at least stop ruining his life.
23:48Ruining him?
23:49Stella, what right do you have to question me?
23:51You're just business partners.
23:53You agreed not to interfere with each other's private lives.
23:56He actually told you that?
23:59I love him, Chloe.
24:01For real.
24:02You've been gone so long.
24:04Just stay gone.
24:05Leave him to me.
24:06You love him?
24:07But back in college, weren't you the one who started all those rumors?
24:15I don't remember that.
24:17People even called him a giggle to his face.
24:20Did you forget that too?
24:21That nickname started with you.
24:24No, you're making things up!
24:26Really?
24:27Should I call our old classmates to testify?
24:30Please, Chloe.
24:31I'll pay you.
24:32Just don't tell Ryan.
24:33Ryan, I was young and stupid back then.
24:36I love him now.
24:37I can make it up.
24:38Just don't ruin my image in his eyes.
24:41The door suddenly opened.
24:42Ryan was standing there, looking cold like ice.
24:46Stella left, looking absolutely crushed.
24:49Ryan isn't the forgiving type.
24:50He hates those rumors more than anything in the world.
24:53Stella probably won't have the nerve to see him again.
24:56Are you okay?
24:57Will this affect your company?
24:59Don't worry, it's fine.
25:01But Lucas?
25:03His cuts were shallow and cleaned up.
25:05He's getting stitches.
25:08Stitches are too good for him.
25:09I hope the bluster ends up misfigured.
25:12There she is.
25:15What?
25:19That's the real you.
25:21How long has it been since you spoke your mind?
25:24Keep going.
25:25I miss this.
25:27To hell with business.
25:29They're all liars.
25:31And what else?
25:33Screw overtime.
25:34I just want to stay home and watch Short Max and sleep.
25:38The sun hit the snow as we bickered all the way back.
25:40Are you complaining about me?
25:42For a second, it felt like college again.
25:45No.
25:46I wouldn't dare.
25:48Only you would.
25:50Years of buried pain finally came out.
25:52And before I knew it, I was crying.
25:55Just wait for me, okay?
25:58I'll pay you back every cent.
26:00What are you talking about?
26:03I shouldn't have paid your debt without asking.
26:05But you can't just ghost me.
26:08You treated me like a burden.
26:10How was I supposed to face you?
26:12Ryan drove me back to his place.
26:14Let's lay all our cards on the table.
26:21Chloe, I have so many questions.
26:28Ask me anything.
26:30Why did you really break up with me?
26:36I became a burden.
26:37I thought it was the best.
26:39Was it because you were bored?
26:41I was stunned.
26:42I'd forgotten I used that as an excuse.
26:46I thought I was just a toy to you.
26:49Four years, then you get bored.
26:51With your family in trouble, you just threw me away.
26:54How could you think that?
26:57It doesn't even matter anymore.
26:58Even if I'm just a toy, I still want to be with you.
27:06You've got it all wrong, Ryan.
27:07I never saw you as a toy.
27:09I was serious about us.
27:12Then why did you lie about getting married?
27:19Because I heard you tell your roommate you'd never marry me.
27:24I meant I couldn't afford to then.
27:26I was already looking at rings, Chloe.
27:27I just...
27:28I was broke.
27:30We went through every single mistake.
27:32It was our pride and money.
27:34That made us doubt each other's love.
27:36Wait.
27:36Did you like me back then even I confessed?
27:39Ryan carefully slices an orange for me, one piece at a time.
27:44Chloe, I liked you from day one.
27:46The moment you told me your name.
27:49But the things you said when we first met again.
27:54You said mean things, so why can't I?
27:58You vanished for four years.
28:01I thought you dumped me for good.
28:04I really thought you didn't want me.
28:08Snow is falling outside.
28:09Inside, it's warm and quiet.
28:11The boy from my past finally fought his way back to me.
28:15Ryan and I went back for the homecoming.
28:17He was the guest speaker, the star alumnus.
28:20I looked around.
28:21The campus hasn't changed a bit.
28:23There's always someone young here.
28:25I accidentally dropped my name tag.
28:30Wait.
28:31Are you Chloe?
28:33You know me?
28:34I'm an intern at Ryan's company.
28:36You're a legend there.
28:40There's a core algorithm in our project.
28:43Ryan wrote it when he first started.
28:45He left a hidden note in the code.
28:47Everyone who sees the code knows it.
28:49I stood there, frozen in time.
28:54I'm so glad.
28:56He finally found the girl he was looking for.
29:04After the speech, we walked by the library.
29:06This is where you confessed to me.
29:08Yeah, I was so brave then.
29:11Ryan, were you happy in college?
29:14I was very happy, because you were there.
29:17You turned my pain into joy.
29:19Chloe, it's my turn to say it now.
29:22It's been nine years since I fell for you.
29:25Give me a chance to love you back.
29:26The snow started to fall again, dusting his hair white.
29:30I looked at him and smiled.
29:31Happy New Year, Ryan.
29:33Let's start over again.
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