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00:00:00warmth, no respect, nothing at all. I had no warmth. Three years of marriage, I had no warmth,
00:00:05no respect, nothing at all. I exhausted myself saving my ex-husband from a car accident,
00:00:09only for a scheming homewrecker to steal the credit.
00:00:14After my heart died, I signed the divorce agreement with my composure. Then I married
00:00:18a mysterious tycoon. I tear apart the scumbag and the slut, launching a satisfyingly ruthless
00:00:25counterattack. Only three hours earlier, Madison and I had been abducted. Breaking free had pushed
00:00:31me past every limit, but somehow I'd pulled it off. I gripped the steering wheel with pain
00:00:39stabbing through my abdomen. The kidnapper's car looms closer in the rearview mirror.
00:00:43If we die out here, you'll never forgive yourself, will you, Declan?
00:00:51In the passenger seat, Madison trembles, her face paper-white.
00:00:59Dana, if I die out here, Declan will never forgive you! Shut up!
00:01:06I calculate the distance and speed, making a snap decision. Open the door. We're jumping.
00:01:13I can't. I'm scared. I can't do it. Then stay here and die. I leap from the speeding car.
00:01:24Madison follows. Metal crashes against metal behind us. My body hits the road hard, tumbling
00:01:32over and over. Then, an explosion. The blast wave tosses me like a rag doll.
00:01:42I lift my head, hope sparkling in my exhausted eyes. Declan rushes towards us, desperation on his face.
00:01:51Declan!
00:01:57He moves right past me and pulls Madison into his arms.
00:02:07Relief washes over his face as he holds her close.
00:02:12Maddie, are you hurt?
00:02:17You got here just in time. If you hadn't showed up, Dana would have gotten me killed.
00:02:22You set all this up, didn't you?
00:02:23We were both taken. I nearly got myself killed trying to save her.
00:02:27This was your plan all along. You worked with the kidnappers. One of them told me everything.
00:02:32You'll pay for every filthy lie that just left your mouth.
00:02:36How could you be this cruel? I can't believe I married someone like you. We'll settle this when I return.
00:02:41He turned his back, lifting Madison effortlessly as she shot me a smug, mocking glance.
00:02:45I stand frozen. Bruces are nothing compared to the agony in my chest.
00:02:48My arms hang stiff at my sides as I watch him lift Madden effortlessly and hurry towards the car.
00:02:52Madison throws me a smug, mocking glance over his shoulder.
00:02:57My mind drifted to that night years ago, when I dragged Declan out of a wreck with my own hands,
00:03:02then blacked out from exhaustion.
00:03:05Madison framed me for an affair. When I woke, Madison had claimed she was the hero.
00:03:11The memories crash over me.
00:03:14I stumble forward before my strength gives out completely.
00:03:18Blood chills from my lips.
00:03:20Then, everything fades into darkness.
00:03:23Three years of marriage.
00:03:24No warmth.
00:03:26No courtesy.
00:03:27Nothing.
00:03:29I lie unconsciously in a hospital bed, trapped in a dreamless slumber.
00:03:33A man in a wheelchair sits silently beside me, dressed in a perfectly cut black suit.
00:03:38His face is flawlessly carved, like a statue touched by the hands of gods.
00:03:42Everything about him exudes quiet, effortless power.
00:03:46Mr. Hudson, your health of the condition is worsening.
00:03:50If we can't stop it, permanent immobility is certain.
00:03:53At this stage, your only chance may lie with the wreath physician.
00:03:57With my current condition, is fathering a child still an option?
00:04:03The doctor is stunned into silence.
00:04:05The doctor withdrew silently, and the door closed softly.
00:04:08Christopher was left alone in the ward.
00:04:10I jolt awake with a sharp inhale.
00:04:13Antiseptic smells pungent.
00:04:17My stomach twists.
00:04:24You're awake?
00:04:25Christopher Hudson?
00:04:27Christopher Hudson?
00:04:28You had no fear when you plotted against me for the foster group.
00:04:32Interesting how that bravery seems to vanish now.
00:04:35His stare cuts through me like a blade.
00:04:37I have to get a grip.
00:04:40You were the one who saved me.
00:04:42You're not entirely useless.
00:04:43If I hadn't passed by and intervened, you'd be dead by now.
00:04:46I bite my lip, rage flickering in my eyes.
00:04:51I turn toward him, and only then realize he's sitting in a wheelchair.
00:04:56Your legs!
00:04:57That's why you disappeared.
00:04:59Three years ago.
00:05:00So?
00:05:01You going to laugh at me now?
00:05:03No!
00:05:04I wouldn't.
00:05:05My thoughts race.
00:05:06Then I slowly ball my fists.
00:05:08Lift my chin.
00:05:09Mr. Hudson, why don't we make a deal?
00:05:12A deal?
00:05:14A deal that benefits us both.
00:05:16My voice was calm and firm.
00:05:19The room turns oddly quiet.
00:05:22I wait for Christopher's response.
00:05:25Dana, what makes you think you have the right to bargain with someone like me?
00:05:30What if I told you...
00:05:32I could help you walk again?
00:05:34His expression flickers.
00:05:36His hand grips the arm press tighter.
00:05:42I slip out of bed and lower myself calmly in front of him.
00:05:46Start now, and I promise you'll see results in three months.
00:05:50My hand moves toward his leg.
00:05:52He grabs my wrist, squeezing tightly.
00:05:56What the hell do you think you're doing?
00:05:57With a ground, he shoves my hand aside.
00:06:00But I reach again without pause, pressing expertly along nerve points on his calf.
00:06:05A surge of feeling shoots through his leg.
00:06:07Sharp, electric, alive.
00:06:10So?
00:06:10How does that feel, Mr. Hudson?
00:06:12What do you want in return?
00:06:14Help me crush foster group, and reclaim everything my mother was robbed of.
00:06:19You want me to go after your dear husband's empire?
00:06:22Don't forget, you betrayed me once.
00:06:24That project you backed out of and handed to Deccan?
00:06:27It cost me tens of billions.
00:06:29Give me three months.
00:06:30I'll have you walking again.
00:06:31That's all I ask.
00:06:33We can strike the deal you want.
00:06:35But what I need from you now is an heir.
00:06:38My eyes widen, body tensing in disbelief.
00:06:42You can't even handle one condition?
00:06:45Then there's nothing more to talk about.
00:06:47He spins his wheelchair around and heads for the exit.
00:06:52Wait!
00:06:53I move to go after him, but my knees buckle.
00:06:56I collapse toward the wall.
00:07:00Christopher catches me by the waist.
00:07:02His crisp, woodsy scent surrounds me.
00:07:05Strangely comforting.
00:07:07Almost addicted.
00:07:08Are you finished putting on a show?
00:07:13No, I'm not done.
00:07:15I was going to say that I agree to your condition.
00:07:18Let's just...
00:07:19Get married.
00:07:21Christopher tenses.
00:07:22Something dark stirs behind his cold eyes.
00:07:25You really don't get scared of anything, huh?
00:07:27After you've almost died once, nothing really scares you anymore.
00:07:30I grab the test results and toss them to him.
00:07:33Whether you trust me or not, I will marry you.
00:07:36Just give me a little time.
00:07:37I'll wrap up everything here with Deccan first.
00:07:40After that, he's out of my life for good.
00:07:41Christopher's mouth lifts, ever so slightly.
00:07:45One month.
00:07:45Play me again, and you'll realize death was the easiest way out.
00:07:52Dana, bring me a glass of water.
00:07:55Silence echoes back.
00:07:56His face tightens.
00:08:00Where is she?
00:08:04Mrs. Foster hasn't come back yet.
00:08:06What do you mean she hasn't come back?
00:08:09Since Mrs. Foster got kidnapped, we came back from the break and haven't seen her since.
00:08:15So she finally grew a spine?
00:08:17Tried some pity stunt, didn't work, and now she storms off playing the victim?
00:08:21Let her sulk all she wants.
00:08:22She can stay away for good for all I care.
00:08:26Sir, Mrs. Foster's back.
00:08:32Well, look who finally remembers where she lives.
00:08:35What's the matter?
00:08:37Coughing up blood wasn't dramatic enough for you?
00:08:39Had to put on a full show for the crowd, huh?
00:08:43Dana, did you suddenly go deaf?
00:08:45Or are you just pretending I'm not standing here?
00:08:48Move.
00:08:49Try me again, and I swear you'll regret it.
00:08:53Oh, really?
00:08:54You already watched me bleeding on the ground and walked away.
00:08:58Were you planning to finish the job next time?
00:09:03What the hell is that supposed to mean?
00:09:06I've already done you a favor by not making you pay for what you did to Madison?
00:09:12And now you're pulling this stunt?
00:09:16You actually believe I orchestrated that?
00:09:19No wonder you're so easy to manipulate.
00:09:21Calling you dumb would be generous.
00:09:26Get back here.
00:09:27Now.
00:09:28Three seconds, Dana, or I'm filing for divorce!
00:09:34Then let's go get it done.
00:09:37I'm ready.
00:09:39Declan storms to his studio and slams a divorce agreement onto the table.
00:09:44You want a divorce?
00:09:46Let's make it official.
00:09:54I calmly pick it up, scan the pages, and sign with one smooth, deliberate stroke.
00:10:00Declan stares at me, speechless.
00:10:04His phone rings sharply.
00:10:06He glances at the screen.
00:10:09What?
00:10:09You found the wraithed physician?
00:10:12Stay where you are.
00:10:13I'm on my way.
00:10:14My steps falter mid-stride.
00:10:16This divorce can still be undone.
00:10:20My eyes narrow.
00:10:22If you still want to be my wife, show up at the hospital by 8 tomorrow.
00:10:26Apologize to Maddie, or we're through for real.
00:10:29I stand still for a moment, hand tightening.
00:10:35Goodbye.
00:10:37And good riddus.
00:10:43Within weeks, the divorce is finalized.
00:10:46I stand quietly outside City Hall, calm as ever.
00:10:50A man in a clean blue shirt sits ahead of me, relaxed in his wheelchair.
00:10:55Good morning, Mr. Hudson.
00:10:57Let's go.
00:10:57The process is quick.
00:11:00Paper signed, confirmed, confirmed, filed.
00:11:05We're legally married.
00:11:07I step out, relief and excitement bubbling inside me.
00:11:12Mr. Hudson, let's hope this partnership goes smoothly.
00:11:16Christopher doesn't move.
00:11:18You're moving into my downtown Vitaday.
00:11:21No delays.
00:11:23Wait.
00:11:24This is a contract marriage.
00:11:27Why do we have to live together?
00:11:29Don't forget your role.
00:11:31You're Mrs. Hudson now.
00:11:32My heart skips a beat.
00:11:33There's no divorce with me.
00:11:35Only death do us part.
00:11:37You married me, so don't even think about walking away.
00:11:41From now on, I'll protect you.
00:11:43You won't have to suffer again.
00:11:45I stare at him, stunned.
00:11:47My heart gives an involuntary flutter.
00:11:51My phone lights up.
00:11:53Missed calls and angry messages from Declan.
00:11:57I calmly block his number and erase the entire call log.
00:12:04Christopher catches it with a single glance.
00:12:06My phone lights up again.
00:12:08Another call.
00:12:09No name, just a number.
00:12:12Christopher goes still, completely frozen.
00:12:18I pause, sneaking a quick look at Christopher before hitting decline.
00:12:23I send a quick message to Nell.
00:12:33My gaze sharpens.
00:12:41Is it Declan?
00:12:42Ugh.
00:12:43That fool didn't even know his wife was the miracle physician.
00:12:46And has spent millions to go find you.
00:12:48Interested, Nell.
00:12:49I'm over it.
00:12:49Trash like him.
00:12:50Doesn't deserve a second more of my time.
00:12:59My phone buzz.
00:13:01Nell calling.
00:13:02I decline and start typing.
00:13:05Mrs. Hudson?
00:13:06Seriously, which Hudson are you even referring to?
00:13:07Because not many big jobs in town have that name.
00:13:10Don't tell me you mean Christopher Hudson.
00:13:13It's him.
00:13:14You're totally walking into the tiger's cage.
00:13:30I silence the phone.
00:13:32When I look up, Christmas is still staring at me.
00:13:34Expression darkened.
00:13:36So, mind telling me exactly what tiger's cage means?
00:13:39It's where the most dangerous creatures are kept.
00:13:42Two years ago, Sherwood Group tried to mess it with Hudson Group to take over the global energy market.
00:13:46But in just one day, they got exposed for fraud and completely fell apart.
00:13:50So, tell me, Mr. Hudson.
00:13:51What woman wouldn't feel like she was walking into a tiger's cage by marrying you?
00:13:54Christopher lets out a low laugh.
00:13:55So, you've been digging into my past?
00:13:59We're married now, right?
00:14:01Isn't it normal to get to know each other better?
00:14:04Christopher gives a quiet, cold laugh.
00:14:06He looks away, letting it go.
00:14:14The car eases to a stop in front of a grand five-star hotel.
00:14:20Aren't we supposed to be going home?
00:14:22Why are we stopping here?
00:14:24I know we rushed the marriage papers, but we should still do things properly.
00:14:28And don't worry about the ceremony.
00:14:30I'll make it up to you.
00:14:31My cheeks turn red without a warning.
00:14:33A ringtone breaks the silence.
00:14:35Everything's ready.
00:14:36Head inside.
00:14:37I'll go find you later.
00:14:43Welcome, Mrs. Hudson.
00:14:45Mr. Hudson reserved everything this morning.
00:14:47Please come this way.
00:14:48Dana?
00:14:52Dana?
00:14:53You've got the nerve to show up in front of me?
00:14:55I have every right to be here.
00:14:57I walk past him like he doesn't exist.
00:15:00Dana?
00:15:01Have I been too easy on you?
00:15:03Who said you could treat me like this?
00:15:05Declan, who even are you?
00:15:07Why would I waste my time on you?
00:15:09She's just afraid of losing you.
00:15:10It's okay.
00:15:11But if you call the cops, she'll get humiliated.
00:15:14Humiliated?
00:15:15She should have thought of that before pulling a stunt like that.
00:15:17Don't think I don't know what you're doing, Dana.
00:15:20Ignoring me?
00:15:21And then suddenly showing up here, trying to play hard to get?
00:15:23What do you think you've got that's worth chasing?
00:15:27What do you think you've got that's worth chasing?
00:15:33She's not playing hard to get.
00:15:36She's done.
00:15:37With garbage like you.
00:15:39Every word hits us hard and cold.
00:15:41We all turn.
00:15:43Christopher is pushed here on a wheelchair.
00:15:45Face serious.
00:15:47Presence still powerful.
00:15:48His sharp eyes lock onto Declan.
00:15:51If Christopher hadn't had that accident...
00:15:54Mr. Hudson.
00:15:55I didn't know you were back in town.
00:15:58Christopher doesn't even look at him.
00:16:00He keeps his eyes on me.
00:16:03Come here.
00:16:04I step forward without hesitation.
00:16:08Let's go.
00:16:09The comfort between us is obvious.
00:16:12Easy.
00:16:13Natural.
00:16:15You still didn't do what I asked.
00:16:17Do I have to make you?
00:16:19Dana, I get that you're mad at Declan, but this isn't the way to deal with it.
00:16:22Getting close to another guy just to make him jealous?
00:16:25That'll only make him pull away more.
00:16:27I gave you a chance, Dana.
00:16:29Don't push me.
00:16:31Say sorry.
00:16:31Right now.
00:16:33Say sorry.
00:16:34Right now.
00:16:34Are you actually brain dead?
00:16:37When did I ever agree to say sorry?
00:16:39It's okay.
00:16:40I know I was in the hospital for a few days because of it, but I don't hold it against
00:16:44you, Dana.
00:16:44Everyone messes up now and then.
00:16:46You've been yapping about calling the cops this whole time, haven't you?
00:16:49Then go ahead.
00:16:49Let's see who really ends up in trouble.
00:16:51Me or your sweet, innocent Princess Maddie.
00:16:54I've been nice enough not to embarrass you in public already.
00:16:59How dare you talk to her like that?
00:17:01She's so considerate.
00:17:02Stop putting on airs.
00:17:04Oh, please.
00:17:05I'm just trying not to throw up looking at the two of you.
00:17:10When did the hotel's security get so subpar?
00:17:13Now just anyone can wander in and start making scenes?
00:17:18Uh, sir, I...
00:17:21Mr. Hudson, this is something personal.
00:17:24I'd appreciate it if you stayed out of it.
00:17:26As far as I'm aware, Miss Murray is no longer your wife.
00:17:30Which makes her entirely her own person.
00:17:33So you moved on already?
00:17:34You were messing around behind my back, weren't you?
00:17:43What?
00:17:44They actually split up?
00:17:46Unlike you, some of us still know what decency looks like.
00:17:50I should have known better than to let you back in.
00:17:52Mr. Hudson, don't let her trick you.
00:17:54She's only using you to escape from me.
00:17:57Mr. Foster, you really shouldn't think so highly of yourself.
00:18:01Aren't you even curious what kind of woman she really is?
00:18:05My fists clench, nails biting into her skin.
00:18:09Declan, please, lower your voice.
00:18:11Even if Daya made mistake before,
00:18:13doesn't she deserve the chance to start over?
00:18:15What if this all goes public?
00:18:17How will she face it?
00:18:18She's the one who invited this.
00:18:20Deya, come here and apologize.
00:18:21That's the only way you'll walk out of here with any shred of dignity.
00:18:25I takes a measured step forward,
00:18:27head high,
00:18:28icy gleam in her gaze.
00:18:30Repeat that.
00:18:31I dare you.
00:18:39Aren't you just mad that I'm telling the truth?
00:18:42My hand shoots out.
00:18:43A sharp slap cracks across his face.
00:18:45Her knee drives hard into his shin.
00:18:46He crumples with a startled grunt.
00:18:49Declan!
00:18:51I stands over him, tall and unyielding, eyes burning with cold resolve.
00:18:55If you'd used even an ounce of that brain of yours, you might have bothered to check the facts.
00:18:59But no, you're too busy clinging to your sad little victim act.
00:19:03Seriously, what's wrong with you?
00:19:05Is your ego that fragile, or do you just enjoy acting like a helpless cucklid?
00:19:09You've completely lost your mind!
00:19:10Declan, even if Declan talked about your past in front of everyone, he was simply being honest.
00:19:15How could you hit him like that?
00:19:16I turn slowly, eyes narrowing on Madison with pure disgust.
00:19:20My hand swings up.
00:19:21The slap lands on Madison's cheek.
00:19:24Dana?
00:19:25Echoing loud and sharp.
00:19:28He looks at her with concern.
00:19:30Maddie!
00:19:32Then turns to Dana with rage.
00:19:34Just because Christop's on your side now, you think you can walk all over everyone?
00:19:39You've really gotta have nerves of steel to cry victim after everything you've done.
00:19:44Everything you've done.
00:19:46Get down on your knees and apologize to Madison now.
00:19:49Let her slap you back.
00:19:50Declan, Dana's always gotten the wrong idea about me.
00:19:53If taking this slap helps you two make up, then I'll take the humiliation.
00:19:58I don't mind.
00:19:59Do what I tell you or forget about ever coming back into my life!
00:20:02Christer's voice cuts through.
00:20:05You really shouldn't think highly of yourself, Mr. Foster.
00:20:09Talking to your ex like that doesn't make you strong.
00:20:12It just makes you look pathetic.
00:20:14So that's how it is, huh?
00:20:16I didn't realize you and Dana were this close.
00:20:18You jumping to defend her says a lot, Mr. Hudson.
00:20:21Dana, I really think you and Declan should talk it out.
00:20:25Maybe this is all just one big misunderstanding.
00:20:27Miss Reed, you've got quite the gift.
00:20:29You managed to make new people crunch and laugh all at once.
00:20:32Should we get you a trophy for that brilliant little act?
00:20:34That kind of sad performance?
00:20:36Only a fool would buy it.
00:20:37Mr. Hudson, like I've said, this is a private matter.
00:20:41Do you really have to step in?
00:20:42If you're going after Dana, you're going through me first.
00:20:45So before you talk tough, maybe ask yourself if you're ready for that.
00:20:49I gives them one last frosty look, then turns away.
00:20:53Fingers resting lightly on Christoph's wheel tear as she pushes him out with quiet grace.
00:20:57I was just about to speak to Christophe when someone suddenly burst in.
00:21:03Sir, something happened.
00:21:05Miss Hudson collapsed.
00:21:07It looks like a heart attack.
00:21:08She's unconscious and they've rushed her to the hospital.
00:21:11Get me there.
00:21:12Now!
00:21:19Christoph and I arrive in record time.
00:21:21Eveline has had a heart defect since birth.
00:21:24She's always been weak.
00:21:30Don't worry too much.
00:21:32Medicine these days is advanced.
00:21:34She'll make it.
00:21:38A stylish woman paces nervously.
00:21:41Celesta Hudson, Christoph's mother.
00:21:44Thank God you're here.
00:21:47Mom, Eveline has been on medicine, right?
00:21:50How could this happen?
00:21:51I don't know.
00:21:53She was just reading and then she collapsed.
00:21:56At that moment, I was overcome by a strong sense of unease.
00:22:00Things were far worse than I had imagined.
00:22:06It's bad.
00:22:08Really bad.
00:22:09She suffered a severe heart attack.
00:22:12Her oxygen levels are critically low.
00:22:14And her right atrium is already showing rigidity.
00:22:18Even if we operate now, her chances of making it are under 30%.
00:22:22Honestly, this is beyond what we can handle.
00:22:25Unless the Wraith physician steps in, there's almost no chance she'll survive.
00:22:33I walk down the corridor toward the staff locker room.
00:22:36I have to go.
00:22:38Only I can save her.
00:22:42No one even knows what the Wraith physician looks like.
00:22:47How are we...
00:22:48How are we supposed to find her now?
00:22:51I can't lose Eveline.
00:22:53I just can't.
00:22:55Christoph said not a word, but his gaze was as sharp as a blade.
00:23:02No need to worry.
00:23:03The Wraith physician's already on it.
00:23:05She's inside performing the surgery as we speak.
00:23:07We just have to wait.
00:23:09Krista frowned, looking confused.
00:23:11Then it suddenly dawned on him.
00:23:12I was gone.
00:23:14Word reaches Madison that the Wraith physician is at North Cove General Hospital.
00:23:19Declan, they found her.
00:23:22The Wraith physician.
00:23:23She's at North Cove General Hospital.
00:23:25Right now, we have to go.
00:23:27You're serious?
00:23:31That's incredible.
00:23:32Maddie, you're my good luck charm.
00:23:40The surgery drags on for two full hours.
00:23:43I slip out the same quiet way I came in.
00:23:48No way.
00:23:49Could it really be Dana?
00:23:50Was she the Wraith physician all along?
00:23:52I freeze for a slip second when I spot Declan and Madison.
00:23:55Dana?
00:23:56What are you doing here?
00:23:57My mind jumps back.
00:23:58He'd shot me down without a second thought when I offered to treat his father.
00:24:02I told him I was the Wraith physician.
00:24:04He thought it was a joke.
00:24:05And how exactly is that your problem?
00:24:07I turn my back and start walking off.
00:24:09Why are you here, really?
00:24:11Tell me the truth.
00:24:13Are you the Wraith physician?
00:24:15Do you seriously believe someone like me could pretend to be someone as legendary as the Wraith physician?
00:24:22Then explain why you're here.
00:24:23And what's with the mask?
00:24:25Why should I explain anything to you?
00:24:27Maybe you showed up because you heard the Wraith physician was here and wanted to meet her.
00:24:32But you should probably take off your mask.
00:24:35Wouldn't want anyone to get the wrong idea.
00:24:38Or worse, annoy the real Wraith physician.
00:24:41She's just trying to trick everyone and pretend to be the Wraith physician.
00:24:45This isn't the first time she's done something like this for attention.
00:24:48No one's stupid enough to fall for your games.
00:24:50The Wraith physician isn't someone you can mess with.
00:24:52And if you get in the way of her treating my family,
00:24:54if you cause even the slightest delay, I swear you won't get away with it.
00:24:57She agreed to treat your family?
00:25:00Maddie knows the right people.
00:25:01She already got the Wraith physician to help.
00:25:03Dana, look at the difference.
00:25:05What I need is someone smart and supportive.
00:25:08If it helps you, I'll always give it my best.
00:25:12Then I hope you two stay happy forever.
00:25:14Just don't come crawling back to ruin someone else's life.
00:25:18Dana, have I been too soft on you?
00:25:22Have you forgotten where you stand?
00:25:26Christoph moves in front of me, shielding me.
00:25:29Even from his wheelchair, his sharp gaze feels like a knife.
00:25:34Step away.
00:25:36Mr. Houston, why are you always taking her side?
00:25:41Don't tell me you two are actually...
00:25:44Loud noises come from the other end of the hallway.
00:25:46Where did the Wraith physician go?
00:25:47I literally just...
00:25:50Where did the Wraith physician go?
00:25:52I literally just saw her.
00:25:54She's my inspiration.
00:25:55I need to meet her at least once.
00:25:57If the head of Ucus wants me a better, I don't care how much it costs.
00:26:00I'm hiring her for our hospital, no matter what.
00:26:03Their greed and frenzy, it makes my blood run cold.
00:26:06I swear, it wasn't me who leaked it.
00:26:12Dr. Lewis, you've been keeping the Wraith physician here the whole time without saying a word?
00:26:16Come on, let us meet her!
00:26:18You're too late.
00:26:19She's already left after completing the surgery.
00:26:22She's already gone?
00:26:23I'm afraid so.
00:26:25You should all head back.
00:26:27Oh?
00:26:27You're all looking for the Wraith physician too?
00:26:30Funny.
00:26:31You might have just missed her.
00:26:35I think I saw someone leaving earlier.
00:26:38Could have been her.
00:26:39Which way did she go?
00:26:40Maybe she's still nearby.
00:26:41Hard to say.
00:26:43But maybe you should ask Dana.
00:26:45The one over there wearing a surgical mask.
00:26:47She was just with her.
00:26:48Something might have happened between them.
00:26:50I mean, the Wraith physician left pretty suddenly.
00:26:53All eyes on me, like I'm the culprit, didn't she?
00:26:55What did you say to her?
00:26:56Do you have any clue how long we've waited for this moment?
00:26:58Really?
00:26:59You just swallow whatever people feed you?
00:27:01Next time you're saving lives, maybe give your own brain a checkup first.
00:27:04Let's not fight.
00:27:05Maybe I made a mistake.
00:27:06I mean, Dana's not even a doctor, right?
00:27:08But then, why the mask?
00:27:09To filter out the stink of some people's two-faced lies, of course.
00:27:12Dana, I didn't mean anything by it.
00:27:15You could have just corrected me.
00:27:17Did you really have to humiliate me?
00:27:22Dana, that's enough.
00:27:24Do you honestly think everything is about you?
00:27:28It's honestly impressive that someone with your level of intellect
00:27:31has managed to keep Foster Group running this long.
00:27:33Mr. Hudson, why do you keep butting into my issues with Dana?
00:27:37She still owes Maddie an apology.
00:27:39With that prideful, combative attitude of hers,
00:27:41it's no wonder the Wraith physician left so suddenly.
00:27:43Honestly, I wouldn't be shocked if Dana was the reason.
00:27:48Please, everyone, calm down.
00:27:50This young lady here had absolutely nothing to do with the Wraith physician leaving.
00:27:54And how would you know?
00:27:57I heard a voice cutting through the noise,
00:28:00unexpected and bright.
00:28:02A stunning blonde struds into sight.
00:28:06Wait, isn't that Nell Mason, the Wraith physician's agent?
00:28:08She might know where the doctor went.
00:28:10Miss Mason, I'm Declan Foster.
00:28:12We've spoken before.
00:28:13Okay, what's all this fuss about?
00:28:15This arrogant woman dared to offend the Wraith physician!
00:28:18Don't be ridiculous.
00:28:19Dana's a close friend of the Wraith physician.
00:28:22Shock ripples through the group.
00:28:23What?
00:28:24You really think I came here just to play games with you?
00:28:27Come on.
00:28:28I need a quick word.
00:28:30Let's find somewhere private.
00:28:41I guide Christric's wheelchair towards a bench near the water.
00:28:45Nell tugs my arm and pulls me aside behind a line of trees.
00:28:50Dama, be straight with me.
00:28:51Does Christric have something over your head?
00:28:53No leverage.
00:28:54Just a deal between two adults, that's all.
00:28:55That still doesn't mean you had to marry him.
00:28:58I turn around and meet Christameth's gaze.
00:29:00He sits in silence, casually tapping the arm press of his wheelchair in a slow, unbothered rhythm.
00:29:06Miss Mason, would it be possible for me to talk to the Wraith physician in private?
00:29:10If my last offer wasn't good enough, I can offer more.
00:29:12Your behavior is boarding on harassment.
00:29:16Please, I'm begging you.
00:29:18Do you even know how she decides who to help?
00:29:23How?
00:29:24She chooses based on character.
00:29:27Dana, don't push me.
00:29:28You had the Wraith physician's contact this whole time, and you didn't think to give it to me?
00:29:32Declan, are you seriously that dense?
00:29:34How many times did I tell you I'd contact her myself?
00:29:37Dana, back then, Declan just couldn't imagine someone like you knowing someone so important.
00:29:40But if it were me, if the roles were reversed and he needed help, I would have done everything I
00:29:43could to support him.
00:29:44You were his wife.
00:29:45Weren't you supposed to stand by him?
00:29:46I can't even imagine how much that must have hurt.
00:29:48His wife?
00:29:48Yeah, I was.
00:29:49But you?
00:29:50What do you think you are exactly to talk like that?
00:29:52What a lovely spot.
00:29:53Too bad it got ruined by the arrival of two pests.
00:29:57Let's go now.
00:29:58Turns and heads back to Christameth.
00:30:00Grips the wheelchair handles, ready to push him away.
00:30:04Dana, let me make this clear.
00:30:05I won't keep playing your silly games forever.
00:30:07Don't come begging when it's already too late.
00:30:09But if you can convince the Wraith physician to do the surgery for my father.
00:30:12I've seen dumb people, but you're both dumb and completely out of touch with reality.
00:30:16A real eye-opener.
00:30:18Dana stops walking for a second, slowly turns around.
00:30:22If you really want the Wraith physician's help, fine.
00:30:24But I have three conditions.
00:30:26If you agree to them, I'll make it happen.
00:30:28What's the first condition?
00:30:30Give back the ENIAD project.
00:30:41Absolutely not.
00:30:43That's extortion.
00:30:45Do you really think I'm that stupid?
00:30:46The ENIAD project is a damn goldmine and you expect me to just hand it over like it's nothing?
00:30:50That deal was never yours to begin with.
00:30:52It was meant for the Murrays.
00:30:53You're not giving it up.
00:30:54You're giving it back.
00:30:56Christophe stays quiet, watching.
00:30:57Hold on to something long enough and you start thinking it's yours.
00:31:00How ridiculous.
00:31:00Dana, helping Deckard should be a no-biner.
00:31:03If I were you, I'd just let him have the credit.
00:31:05Shut your mouth!
00:31:06Madison freezes, face draining of color.
00:31:08Give back the ENIAD project.
00:31:10That's condition one.
00:31:11If you can't do that, then don't waste my time.
00:31:14I turn and start pushing Christopher's chair forward.
00:31:17Come to dinner tonight, nine o'clock.
00:31:20Maybe then we can still talk.
00:31:22I raise my middle finger in his direction without turning around.
00:31:30Christmas car is already parked outside at the hospital.
00:31:32I slip into the back seat beside him, but deliberately keep my distance.
00:31:36So, where are we headed now?
00:31:37To the Hudson family house.
00:31:39My eyes widen.
00:31:40Don't you think it's a little too soon?
00:31:43Christmas places a file next to me.
00:31:45Have a look.
00:31:46I pick it up, confused.
00:31:48Then my eyes widen as I flip through it.
00:31:50A cheat sheet for surviving his house.
00:31:52I've already memorized all the names, likes, nice likes, everything.
00:31:55Don't bother.
00:31:56Just get a rough sense of who you're dealing with.
00:31:58Still, they're your family.
00:32:00They don't deserve your respect.
00:32:02Don't ever forget that.
00:32:13The car rolls to a stop in front of the massive Hudson house.
00:32:25Christophe and I return to the Hudson estate.
00:32:31A woman in a sharp black body cod skirt hurried down the stairs.
00:32:35A fake smile plastered on her face.
00:32:37Well, well.
00:32:38Look who finally made an appearance.
00:32:41And who my this is?
00:32:42Oh, it doesn't really matter.
00:32:44If Christophe brought you here, you must mean a great deal to him.
00:32:46That makes you family in my book.
00:32:48I'm Dana Murray.
00:32:50Dana!
00:32:51What a beautiful name!
00:32:52Aunt Johanna, you don't have to put on a show.
00:32:55She's a little reserved.
00:32:56Hello.
00:32:57I steers Christophe's wheelchair right past Johanna.
00:33:00Elida!
00:33:00Hurry down!
00:33:01Christophe has finally brought a woman home.
00:33:02This is historic for the Hudson family.
00:33:10The family matriarch, Alita Hudson, silver-haired, leaning on a polished cane, gaze sharp and a sesame, enters.
00:33:19Not bad at all.
00:33:20Tell me your name.
00:33:22And how did you and Christophe cross paths?
00:33:26I'm Dana Murray.
00:33:27Murray?
00:33:28As in the Murray group, we haven't done business with them in ages.
00:33:32No wonder you look unfamiliar.
00:33:34Alita, look at these two.
00:33:35They're practically made for each other.
00:33:37Honestly, it's a perfect match.
00:33:39When a young lady walks through our doors on her own, we really should make sure she doesn't slip away.
00:33:42There's no need to rush into these things.
00:33:44What matters most is that you two get along.
00:33:46Have you eaten?
00:33:47Let me know your favorite dish.
00:33:48I'll have the chef make it.
00:33:49I'm easy to please, ma'am.
00:33:50Anything will do.
00:33:51You'd better take good care of Dana.
00:33:54If the two of you decide to take things further, we should arrange a formal introduction for both families.
00:34:01That won't be necessary.
00:34:12It's already official.
00:34:14Dana is my wife.
00:34:20No, absolutely not.
00:34:21I won't allow this.
00:34:22How could you marry a woman who's already had a marriage before?
00:34:26Charles Hudson storms down the staircase.
00:34:29Anger clear.
00:34:29Please, Dad, try to relax.
00:34:31You know, Christophe made this choice himself.
00:34:33He must have his reasons.
00:34:34Christophe, you've led the Hudson group for so many years.
00:34:38Did you ever stop to think about what this could do to the company's reputation?
00:34:41Has this woman bewitched you so completely that you're willing to risk everything we've built?
00:34:45My hand balls into a fist inside my sleeve.
00:34:48Dana is my wife, and that's not up for discussion.
00:34:51Are you really upset that is it the fact that your son isn't sitting in my place at the head
00:34:55of the company?
00:34:57I'm saying all this for your benefit, nothing more.
00:35:00Whom I marry is my own affair.
00:35:02How did you get your claws into Christopher?
00:35:05Was Deccan faster not enough for you?
00:35:07Johanna slaps a hand over her mouth, acting innocent.
00:35:09I just saw an article the other day talking about the two of you looking so blissfully in love.
00:35:13So, when exactly did you see that story about me and my ex-husband blissfully in love?
00:35:19Oh, it was just a headline I saw in the entertainment news.
00:35:24Really now?
00:35:26Yes, I used to be married to Declan.
00:35:29So well hidden that even the press never caught a wisp.
00:35:33So, Johanna, I'm honestly wondering...
00:35:36Where did your information come from?
00:35:39Maybe I... got the details wrong?
00:35:43That's odd.
00:35:44You sounded absolutely convinced a moment ago.
00:35:47A woman with a failed marriage here doesn't belong in our family.
00:35:50Your very presence embarrasses Christopher enough.
00:35:53If you know what's good for yourself, you'll walk away now.
00:35:57If a divorce is on the table, that decision belongs solely to me and Christopher, not you.
00:36:03You hear that?
00:36:04She's shameless.
00:36:05Letting her in will ruin our family's name.
00:36:09It's interesting.
00:36:10Everyone was so insistent that I get married.
00:36:12But now that I have no one approves of my choice...
00:36:14But no one said you should marry a woman with a divorce in her past.
00:36:19Since when did being divorced become a crime?
00:36:23Grandpa, do you plan to force us apart too?
00:36:25This marriage has to end!
00:36:27I won't have this scandal dragging us down!
00:36:31Grandma, what do you think about all this?
00:36:32Bring her home, and you'll get no argument from me.
00:36:37Mom, think about what this means for the company!
00:36:41Christopher's choices are his own.
00:36:42We owe him that respect.
00:36:44So what if people talk?
00:36:46As long as Dana's his wife in the eyes of the law, she's under this family's protection.
00:36:51If it comes to forcing us apart, I won't fight you.
00:36:54But just so you know...
00:36:55Every share and asset I owned, Dana holds them now.
00:36:59Should we divorce?
00:37:01I'll walk away with nothing but myself.
00:37:04Shock ripples through the room.
00:37:05I find myself momentarily speechless.
00:37:08Have you lost your mind?
00:37:09You went behind our backs for something that drastic?
00:37:13You'd risk everything the family built just to make a woman happy?
00:37:16You'll be the death of me!
00:37:18If you're ready to see me out on the street, go right ahead and push for a divorce.
00:37:22Now, Dana, let's head upstairs.
00:37:29I take hold of the wheelchair handles and begin guiding Christopher away.
00:37:42Did you really just say that?
00:37:48Shouldn't you check on what's happening downstairs?
00:37:51Your grandfather looked ready to collapse when we left.
00:37:54We keep a family physician on standby.
00:37:57The old man will survive.
00:37:59He's far too fond of living to let something like this finish him off.
00:38:02I detected the bitterness and hostility in his words.
00:38:06We'll spend the night here.
00:38:07You can have the bed.
00:38:09I'll make do in the study.
00:38:10That hardly seems fair.
00:38:12We did come here today as husband and wife, after all.
00:38:15How about we compromise?
00:38:15I'll ask the staff to bring up extra blankets.
00:38:18You keep the bed, and I'll manage just fine on the floor.
00:38:21Out of the question.
00:38:21I won't have you sleeping on the floor.
00:38:23We're doing this my way.
00:38:24I nodded slightly and said no more in protest.
00:38:27Knock, knock, knock, knock, knock, knock, knock, knock, knock.
00:38:33Christeth, your grandfather wants to see you in his study.
00:38:35He needs to have a word with you.
00:38:38All right.
00:38:42Stay here and wait for me.
00:38:43I won't be long.
00:38:45Okay.
00:38:50the room stretches wider after kristin's departure a wall-to-wall bookshelf overflows
00:38:56with novels and biographies trophies and medals crowd every corner all for auto racing
00:39:06who's there it's me elida
00:39:16i've done some digging into your past dana if i'm honest you and christoph aren't a textbook match
00:39:23my heart tightened immisciately filled with unease but i have faith in christoph's judgment
00:39:28he never kept company with any woman before you i promised long ago to stand behind every decision
00:39:34he makes from this day forward you are the only granddaughter-in-law i recognize whatever the
00:39:39future holds the hudson family will always be in your corner christoph might seem unyielding but
00:39:45he's gentle beneath the surface he will care for you i know it my hope is that the two of
00:39:50you stay
00:39:51together for life this is too much something so precious i really can't accept this bracelet is
00:39:55worn by every wife in the hudson family you married christoph so it belongs with you now
00:40:01the more important it is the less i feel right taking it did you and christoph come to some kind
00:40:07of agreement what makes you say that marriage isn't a game to me if there's nothing wrong you'll accept
00:40:16the bros keep arguing and i'll have someone dig into this i'll cherish it remember what i told you
00:40:24dana christoph is someone you can rely on
00:40:30alita you're not going to believe what i just read there's a way to fix christopher's legs
00:40:35are you serious that's nothing to joke about why would i make up something so important but
00:40:47i watch as johanna with calculating eyes you'd better read this is yourself
00:40:53a carefully orchestrated fake news story became the most powerful weapon in her hands
00:40:59the only doctor who can fix christopher's legs is the wraith physician but word on the street says
00:41:04we've crossed her how did this happen what's the real story here alita may i see the article
00:41:12i scrolls through the content blurry photos sensationalized stories suggesting dana
00:41:17deliberately impersonated the wraith physician blurry photos a hastily crumbled story yet it's
00:41:22generating massive traffic and debate anyone believing this garbage should question their sanity
00:41:31you've destroyed his final chance did you marry him solely to sabotage his future
00:41:36you place more faith in some dubious online gossip than in christoph's wisdom when he chose me
00:41:42if i could deceive him so effortlessly how did he expand the hudson group to its current
00:41:48prominence in mere years stop deflecting dana is the article accurate or not accurate didn't i just
00:41:56address that if you're so convinced by these flimsy articles i could commission someone to write a
00:42:01hundred such articles claiming the world ends tomorrow will that prompt you to pack your things and prepare to flee
00:42:07you
00:42:14enough johanna
00:42:17you're far too mature for such pettiness
00:42:19dayla has a point
00:42:24however this article mentions you're acquainted with the wraith physician is that true if so could
00:42:30you persuade her to treat christoph's condition his injury haunts my every waking moment without
00:42:35proper healing i'll carry this burden to my grave
00:42:42sudden footsteps ring out from the doorway christoph appears in the doorway
00:42:50grandma i can take care of myself there's no need to worry
00:42:52how can you say that you're meant to lead the hudson group one day and you have to be healthy
00:42:57and strong
00:42:57i can protect you from the schemers while i'm still here but who'll have your back once i'm gone
00:43:01don't talk like that grandma you're not going anywhere i'll leave your other choices alone but i won't
00:43:05budge on one thing i'm going to get those legs of yours fixed whatever it takes i'll track down
00:43:10this so-called miracle healer the wraith physician
00:43:15it's getting late everyone should rest for now we'll come together for dinner when it's ready
00:43:20alita those rumors online might still hold some weight stories like that don't just appear out of
00:43:27thickener so what exactly are you trying to say
00:43:31we have to bring in the wraith physician christom's legs are the priority here's how it is dana if you
00:43:38manage to bring the wraith physician here the hudson family will welcome you with open arms
00:43:41but if christus recovery gets held up because of you trust me you'll carry all the blame
00:43:46didn't realize my legs mattered that much to you aunt johanna
00:43:49we're family christophie naturally i want to see you up and walking again
00:43:54dana think of this as your shot to prove yourself can you do it funny i don't remember you being
00:44:00in
00:44:00charge of the hudson family or my personal life if you're itching to interfere maybe worry about your
00:44:06own household first i hear your son's been losing fortunes at the casino again
00:44:15enough let's just go and give these two some space
00:44:23alita exits quietly brushing off janana's attempt to steady her
00:44:30i takes out her phone her social media has exploded with vicious insults
00:44:35a handful of messages come from obvious trolls but the coordination hints at a calculated effort
00:44:44i'll have someone deal with this that won't be necessary
00:44:47i've got an easy fix without meeting christopher's eyes i log into the official wreath physician account
00:44:57this is wraith physician dana murray is a trusted friend
00:45:02spread lies about her and i will pursue legal action
00:45:10i draft her first update
00:45:16i hit send and my phone explodes with alerts i don't bother glancing at the novocations i already
00:45:21know what kind of storm is brewing within minutes the comment section flips on its head people who'd
00:45:25been so quick to tear me down are suddenly tripping over themselves to apologize ignoring the digital
00:45:29chaos i place another call i want the name of whoever set up today's smear campaign against me
00:45:33then file a lawsuit no delay i make no effort to keep my conversation private christopher who just
00:45:37read wraith physician's post himself is clearly listening in if something like this crops up again
00:45:41i'll handle it he studies me in silence curiosity flittering across his face
00:45:46i appreciate it but i don't really make a habit of relying on others
00:45:50we're married you know looking out for you is part of the deal
00:45:54all right if i run into trouble next time you'll be the first to know
00:45:58there's something in his tone that feels strangely personal as if he'd forgotten this was only a
00:46:02business arrangement i check my watch
00:46:06let's do some therapy on your legs
00:46:10a rush of warmth spreads through christema's legs the pressure sharp and almost electric
00:46:15christmas endures the discomfort without a word sweat gathering along his brow
00:46:19i'll put together an herbal soap for you later
00:46:21it'll help boost circulation in your legs
00:46:23after spending so long crouched a sudden wave of dizziness hits me
00:46:27i lose balance strong arms catch me holding you steady
00:46:33christmas fresh woodley scent sweeps over me
00:46:35you all right did you get dizzy
00:46:40i'm fine just been running around all day
00:46:43it could be low blood sugar
00:46:45i try to rise again but my legs give out a second time
00:46:49i pitch forward
00:46:58a wave of dizziness crashes over me threatening to swallow me whole
00:47:02then everything goes dark
00:47:04dana
00:47:05he scrambles for my wrist fingers searching for a pulse
00:47:09when he finds it steady beneath his touch
00:47:11he exhaled a trembling sigh of relief
00:47:14it isn't until deep into the night that i finally drift back to consciousness
00:47:17i blink disoriented
00:47:19a soft nightlight paints the room in gentle gold
00:47:22across the room
00:47:23the glow catches the angles of his face
00:47:26lending warmth to his usually cold features
00:47:31what happened to me
00:47:33you fainted from exhaustion
00:47:34the doctor gave you a glucose shot
00:47:36if you're still feeling unwell i can call him back
00:47:41i'll be fine
00:47:44my phone's piercing ring shatters the quiet
00:47:46i glance at the screen
00:47:48deccan
00:47:48i decline without a second thought
00:47:50the phone immediately buzz again
00:47:52i let out a frustrated sigh and pick up
00:47:55dana why didn't you come home tonight
00:47:57didn't i say this was your last shot
00:47:59and when exactly did i promise i'd show up for your drunken circus
00:48:02i've told you before dana
00:48:04playing hard to get won't get you anywhere
00:48:06if this deal gets sealed i might just overlook your mistakes
00:48:09it's a miracle someone as toxic as you is still walking around
00:48:13that's enough
00:48:14this call qualifies as harassment
00:48:16my legal team would be more than happy to handle it
00:48:19dana where are you right now
00:48:21and why the hell is a man with you
00:48:23where i am is none of your concern
00:48:25we're divorced declan try to remember that
00:48:28keep this up and you'll be hearing from my lawyer
00:48:30i don't wait for another outburst
00:48:32with one smooth motion i end the call and block his number for good
00:48:37your ex really doesn't know when to quit
00:48:39maybe it's time his business took a neap dive
00:48:44glad we're on the same page
00:48:50look at my phone
00:48:51the alarm system at one of my places has been triggered
00:48:53i open the security footage and stop in my tracks
00:48:56declan stands out front staring hard at the dark window on the second floor
00:48:59how could dana not be home at this hour
00:49:01and that guy's voice on the phone
00:49:03who the hell is he
00:49:04is she actually serious about leaving me
00:49:06he finds that his number has already been blocked by me
00:49:08he glares fiercely at the camera
00:49:10full of spite
00:49:11dana if you're messing me over
00:49:12all you're asking for trouble
00:49:13so don't come crying when it hits you
00:49:22some people are rotten right down to the bone
00:49:32what's your next move
00:49:34i'm taking back that eneog project
00:49:37it's late get some sleep
00:49:45it's locked from the outside
00:49:46i'm guessing grandma's putting us through a test
00:49:49trying to figure out what's really going on between us
00:49:54so what now
00:49:55i can sleep on the floor
00:50:00we'll share the bed
00:50:01don't worry
00:50:02i won't make a move
00:50:04i trust you
00:50:05but i'm simply not used to sleeping next to anyone
00:50:08i've been flying solo for a while
00:50:10no way
00:50:11the floor's freezing this time of year
00:50:13and you'd catch a cold
00:50:14i'll take the floor
00:50:15i curl up on one side
00:50:17leaving plenty of room between us
00:50:19i stare at the ceiling
00:50:20feeling completely out of place
00:50:22all right
00:50:23we'll share the bed
00:50:24i curl up on one side
00:50:25one side
00:50:26leaving plenty of room between us
00:50:28i stare at the ceiling
00:50:30feeling completely out of place
00:50:34just as i fear i'll be wide awake all night
00:50:36a sudden wave of tiredness washes over me
00:50:39mom
00:50:40i miss you more than words
00:50:42you finally came back to me
00:50:43i'm all grown up now
00:50:45i could keep you safe
00:50:46but it's too late isn't it
00:50:48mom i miss you so much
00:50:51i wake and take in the sight before me
00:50:53my heart catches in my throat
00:50:55krispeth's features are impossibly close
00:50:57sharp and undeniably handsome
00:50:58i find myself pressed tightly against his chest
00:51:01wrapped up in an embrace that feels far too intimate
00:51:03i could feel his body heat
00:51:04and the crisp clean scent of cedar on him
00:51:06i begin inching out of his arms
00:51:08slow and cautious
00:51:09after what seems like an eternity
00:51:11i finally slip free
00:51:12a quiet breath of relief escapes me
00:51:14as i hurry out of the room
00:51:15not daring to glance back
00:51:17what escapes my notice is christopheth
00:51:18who seems to be deep in sleep
00:51:20cracking his eyes open in silence
00:51:24i make my way straight out to the garden
00:51:26chill still lingers in the air
00:51:31a figure lurks at the edge of my vision
00:51:34my gaze sharpens
00:51:37aunt johanna
00:51:42hey dana how'd you sleep
00:51:43if anything is bothering you just say so
00:51:46i'll handle it myself
00:51:48i appreciate the concern
00:51:49i slept fine
00:51:50you're new here
00:51:51if anyone gives you trouble
00:51:52or treats you poorly
00:51:53come to me
00:51:54i never had a daughter of my own
00:51:55but the moment i saw you
00:51:57i felt something melt inside me
00:51:58maybe destiny works in strange ways
00:52:01i've always longed for a daughter
00:52:02so the universe must have decided
00:52:04to bring you to me
00:52:05from now on
00:52:06i'll treat you just like my own
00:52:10i appreciate the sentiment
00:52:11but i already had a mother
00:52:13she actually died when i was a child
00:52:18is there anything else
00:52:19if not i'd like to go now
00:52:22wait up
00:52:23i missed my chance to welcome you
00:52:25into the family properly yesterday
00:52:26this necklace is so your style
00:52:29think of it as small token from me
00:52:31let's skip the formalities
00:52:32and get straight to the point
00:52:35honestly it's nothing major
00:52:36i just happened to catch
00:52:38wraith physician's latest post
00:52:39would you be able to introduce me
00:52:42why the urgency to meet wraith physician
00:52:44are you not feeling well
00:52:45it's not for me
00:52:46i've got a very close friend
00:52:47who's been struggling for ages
00:52:48we've now finally had some real connection
00:52:51to wraith physician
00:52:51if you could make the meeting happen
00:52:53she leans in
00:52:54lowering her voice
00:52:55to whisper confidently in my ear
00:52:58that's all you've got to offer
00:52:59well
00:53:01lend me a hand with this
00:53:02and i'll make it worth your while
00:53:03i'll sing your praises to charles
00:53:05to make sure you and chrismith
00:53:07don't hit any bumps
00:53:07you actually think this is tempting
00:53:10christoph and i are already married
00:53:11and the paperwork signed
00:53:12you know that right
00:53:16so what
00:53:17the hudson family don't take no for an answer
00:53:20your marriage certificate means nothing
00:53:22don't get comfortable
00:53:23if charles decides you're out
00:53:25your marriage is over before you know it
00:53:27and i'd think twice about your ex-husband too
00:53:29i dialed her expression back to sweet and warm
00:53:32honestly dana i'd love nothing more than to treat you like my own daughter
00:53:35it's up to you to make the smart move
00:53:37you must be confused
00:53:38like i just said
00:53:40my mother's already gone
00:53:42if you want to take her place
00:53:43you'd have to join her first
00:53:52you
00:53:53i swoops in and snatches the necklace right out of her grasp
00:53:58i'll be keeping this
00:53:59thank you aunt johanna
00:54:00can't say i expected a welcome present
00:54:03but i'm touched
00:54:05without waiting for a response
00:54:07i turn around and walk off
00:54:09christoph is already awake
00:54:10i find christoph already prepped for the day
00:54:13his gold-rimmed glasses giving him an extra edge of justification
00:54:15his wheelchair faces away from the doorway
00:54:18but he's clearly waiting
00:54:19the maid said breakfast is ready
00:54:21let's go eat
00:54:23so what did jana want from you
00:54:25nothing major
00:54:26she tried to rope me into helping her friend get an appointment with the wreath physician
00:54:30i told her to find someone else
00:54:31him
00:54:32i fish out the necklace
00:54:33dangling it in front of him
00:54:35oh and this was her grand gesture
00:54:37a welcome present
00:54:39apparently
00:54:40johanna's notorious for pinching pennies
00:54:42for her to hand over something like that
00:54:44you know she's desperate
00:54:45so whoever johanna's trying to save
00:54:47must really matter to her
00:54:48you like rubies
00:54:50i can't resist a good gemstone
00:54:52since she was practically giving it away
00:54:54why not let her
00:54:55that's a smart choice
00:54:58his fingers begin to drum softly on his chair's armrest
00:55:01i don't break his concentration
00:55:03in silence
00:55:05i continue steering him towards the dining room
00:55:12the rest of the hudson clan has already taken their seats
00:55:15charles holds court at the table's head
00:55:18expression dark and unwelcoming
00:55:21as i join them
00:55:23i feel the weight of charles's icy glares
00:55:25are you close to the wraith physician
00:55:30i am
00:55:31bring her here tomorrow
00:55:33we've got a big medical conference coming up
00:55:35she can check them out too
00:55:41a loud crash echoes through the dining room
00:55:45the sound of a knife and fork being set down
00:55:51christoph what's going on here
00:55:53do you have a problem with what i just said
00:55:55grandpa the wraith physician has been hard to catch for years
00:55:58are you really planning to get advantage of dana's link to her
00:56:00seeing her as just a means to an end
00:56:01pay her handsomely
00:56:02all that talk about her being some legendary doctor
00:56:04it's just noise from the press
00:56:06us agreeing to work with her is already doing her a favor
00:56:08remember when we first tried to get wraith physician on board
00:56:11didn't we have to ask her a dozen times
00:56:13if money was all it took
00:56:14why did she drag her feet so long
00:56:15that was now
00:56:16she's acknowledged her link to dana hasn't she
00:56:18if you follow my orders and bring wraith physician here
00:56:21i'll accept you as my granddaughter-in-law
00:56:23that won't be needed
00:56:25dana doesn't have to do anything to earn anyone's approval
00:56:28she's my choice
00:56:30not the hudson's
00:56:38there's no use dragging out this meal
00:56:39let's go
00:56:49chrismith your grandfather is just worried about the hudson family's future
00:56:53is it really right for you to talk to him like that
00:56:55she fixes her gaze on me
00:56:56voice cutting
00:56:57and you dana
00:56:58christoph has always been level-hearted
00:57:00now he's clashing with his own grandfather because of you
00:57:02what have you been whispering in his ear
00:57:03aunt johanna you're giving me way too much credit
00:57:05grateful physician is just a friend
00:57:07not some pod i'd use to secure a spot in the hudson family
00:57:09i wouldn't stoop to that
00:57:10you're a divorced woman marrying into our clan
00:57:12we are showing mercy
00:57:13by only laying down this one rule for you
00:57:15don't act like you're above it
00:57:16uncle trevor
00:57:17let me be crystal clear one last time
00:57:19dana's my wife
00:57:20while i'm around
00:57:21no one's gonna force her into anything
00:57:23is this how you talk to your own blood
00:57:26after all these years
00:57:27is this the fruit of my hard work
00:57:32grandpa
00:57:33your lessons are something i'll never forget
00:57:38you might think you're out of my reach now
00:57:40but my word still holds
00:57:41if she doesn't follow my rules
00:57:43she's not welcome under this roof
00:57:45dana didn't marry the hudsons
00:57:46she married me
00:57:47you all think dana's lucky to wed me
00:57:49but honestly i'm the fortunate one
00:57:51what family would let their daughter walk into a poisonous place
00:57:53like the hudson household
00:57:57christoph mind your tongue
00:58:00grandma please take care of yourself
00:58:02i'll drop by again when i get the chance
00:58:06catching the hint
00:58:07i quietly steer him towards the exit
00:58:09you and your grandfather
00:58:19sorry
00:58:20i shouldn't
00:58:22shouldn't have asked
00:58:24i instantly regret mentioning the subject
00:58:27don't worry about it
00:58:28there's nothing private about the hudson mess
00:58:30if it weren't for grandma wanting to meet my wife
00:58:33i'd never have come back
00:58:34my mother was stunning in her prime
00:58:36brilliant
00:58:37ambitious
00:58:38and fiercely independent
00:58:39then she was forced to marry my father
00:58:41for so-called mutual family interests
00:58:43reality boxed her in until she faded away
00:58:46my father wasn't just a winemaker
00:58:48he was a chronic womanizer
00:58:49it nearly broke my mother
00:58:51christoph's eyes slide shut
00:58:52i noticed the veins straining across his clenched fists
00:58:55and my grandfather
00:58:56rather than protect her
00:58:58he locked her in a mental hospital to keep the family secret safe
00:59:01her mind began to unravel
00:59:02and the whole family just looked the other way
00:59:05and pretended she never existed
00:59:08gradually
00:59:09not even the public remember her anymore
00:59:16without a word
00:59:16i reach out
00:59:17and take his hand
00:59:21he blinks open his eyes
00:59:22gaze dropping to my slim
00:59:24pale hand enveloping his
00:59:26we're what's left of them in this world
00:59:28as long as we keep going
00:59:29their stories will never vanish
00:59:32you're right
00:59:33i'll make sure everyone knows the truth about my mother
00:59:37sooner or later
00:59:38the hudson's mask will crack
00:59:39and the world will see what they've hidden
00:59:42come on
00:59:42let's get outside
00:59:44some sunshine might chase away these old ghosts
00:59:46yeah let's do that
00:59:58i join him in the back seat
00:59:59noticing how the distance between us feels much less than when we first met
01:00:05today we start those herbal baths
01:00:07give me three months
01:00:08and you'll be on your feet like anybody else
01:00:12all right
01:00:12where to sir
01:00:15bloomstered
01:00:15it's a condo i bought a while ago
01:00:17our place
01:00:17as a married couple
01:00:20moving in together already
01:00:21isn't this a little fast
01:00:24it's a business arrangement sure
01:00:26but the law calls us husband and wife
01:00:30i'll swing by my place first then
01:00:32grab my things
01:00:33and meet you there
01:00:36the driver will take you
01:00:43i let myself in with a fingerprint scan
01:00:45wasting no time as i begin to pack
01:00:56just as i'm about to head out
01:00:58a tall figure materifies in my doorway
01:01:00blocking my exit
01:01:01dana
01:01:03where were you last night
01:01:04and who the hell were you with
01:01:11declan's stare falls on my outfit
01:01:12spotting the wrinkles
01:01:15annoyments flares as he clamps down on my wrist hard
01:01:20who were you with last night
01:01:22which guy was it
01:01:24let go
01:01:25you're just a downright slut
01:01:27how could i have been so stupid to marry you
01:01:30you're warning up to this rod hum
01:01:31twists his arm
01:01:33flips him over her shoulder
01:01:34slamming him down with ease
01:01:40since when did you learn to fight like that
01:01:42we're divorced now
01:01:43what i do is none of your concern
01:01:45if you bother me again
01:01:47next time i won't hold back
01:01:51i've said it before
01:01:53those little games won't fool me
01:01:55say nothing happened last night
01:01:57declan you're both pathetic and ridiculous
01:02:00let me spell it out
01:02:01i was with another man last night
01:02:03that's my choice
01:02:04and you've got no say in it
01:02:05i'm filing for a court order
01:02:07to keep you at least 50 meters away
01:02:09every moment i spent loving you
01:02:11makes me sick
01:02:12declan's face drains of color
01:02:14a spark of panic flickers across his features
01:02:17his phone buzzes
01:02:19hello
01:02:20without a word he moves forward and grabs my wrist again
01:02:23my mother's in the hospital
01:02:25call wraith physician for me
01:02:27right now
01:02:29what's that got to do with me
01:02:31she's your mother-in-law
01:02:32i don't have time for this fight
01:02:35come with me to the hospital now
01:02:36and get rest your physician to step in
01:02:38no way
01:02:41my hand hovers over the alarm button by the door
01:02:44you forced my hand
01:02:46my mom is dying in the emergency room dana
01:02:49i'm through with your nonsense
01:02:50bring wraith physician to her now
01:02:52you're breaking the law
01:02:54let go of me
01:02:56he was too strong
01:02:58he shoved me into the passenger seat
01:03:00and grabbed my phone
01:03:01you're coming with me to the hospital
01:03:03when wraith physician arrives
01:03:04i'll let you go
01:03:05wraith physician won't lift a finger for your rotten family
01:03:07think you can twist her arm by you dreamy
01:03:08if you just go back to being the good wife you used to be
01:03:10we wouldn't be in this mess
01:03:11your family's punching bag
01:03:12no chance in hell
01:03:13he locked the doors with a sharp click
01:03:15and slammed the gas pedal
01:03:16i was trapped
01:03:16don't you think you look like a fool
01:03:18i offered to bring wraith physician before
01:03:20and you humiliated me
01:03:22now you pull this stunt
01:03:25i thought you were bluffing back then
01:03:27you never took me seriously
01:03:29our marriage was doomed from the start
01:03:31you messed this up
01:03:33you cheated on me first
01:03:34i've told you the truth about that night
01:03:35you'd rather blame me for your own betrayal and play the victim
01:03:38i'm done talking about it
01:03:39the city lights blurred past
01:03:40painting fleeting patterns on the glass
01:03:42first we deal with my mom's surgery
01:03:43after that we settle our score
01:03:44an oppressive silence fell between us
01:03:46heavier than any words
01:03:47the second we stopped at the hospital
01:03:49he was out of the car
01:03:50he yanked open my door
01:03:51and hauled me toward the er
01:03:53let go of me
01:03:54help this man is trying to hurt me
01:03:56let her go
01:03:57no causing trouble in the hospital
01:03:59step back
01:04:00she's my wife
01:04:04in the guard's face
01:04:05when i saw what was on it
01:04:06my eyes went wide with shock
01:04:08my eyes went wide with shock
01:04:10my eyes went wide with shock
01:04:11my eyes went wide with shock
01:04:11my eyes went wide with shock
01:04:12my eyes went wide with shock
01:04:12my eyes went wide with shock
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