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