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Betrayed and Back in Top is an addictive revenge drama filled with heartbreak, power, and a stunning comeback story. After being betrayed by the people she trusted most, a once-broken woman disappears from everyone’s life—only to return stronger, richer, and more powerful than ever. As those who humiliated her beg for forgiveness, she rises to the top with confidence, beauty, and unstoppable ambition. But when old feelings resurface and shocking secrets are exposed, revenge becomes far more complicated than she expected. Perfect for fans of billionaire romance, female revenge stories, emotional betrayals, and satisfying glow-ups.
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00:00:01If I hadn't wanted to change villas, I would never have known this secret.
00:00:07Two years of marriage is like a joke.
00:00:13Are you absolutely certain about this, Brindley? It's a pity to see you leaving.
00:00:17I am. I'd like to spend more time with my family.
00:00:22Mrs. Palmer, good news! The owner of the villa you like has agreed to lower the price.
00:00:27Can you come view it this afternoon?
00:00:35This is the one. How do we proceed?
00:00:38Excellent. Will Mr. Palmer be joining you to sign the contract?
00:00:46No, he's tied up with work. Turingly, we're justly... intelst.
00:00:50Rylan.
00:00:52I'll take care of it myself.
00:00:54Colin, I resigned today. And I found a villa I love.
00:00:58I'm planning to buy it for us.
00:01:00So sudden. But if it makes you happy, that's what matters.
00:01:04I'll come home early tonight. We'll celebrate.
00:01:10Mrs. Palmer, please, have a seat. I'll bring out the contract.
00:01:15Here's a copy of my marriage certificate.
00:01:17I'd like to register the house as joint marital property.
00:01:31That's odd. The system isn't pulling up your marriage registration record.
00:01:36What do you mean by that?
00:01:38What do you mean by that?
00:01:39Probably just a system error. It happens now and then.
00:01:43To get all of that to state Hunan, you confirm it directly at City Hall.
00:01:48All right. I'll head there right away.
00:01:53I followed Rylan's advice and went to the town hall.
00:02:00Ma'am, the document you've presented is counterfeit.
00:02:03Our records show no marriage registration between you and Mr. Colin Palmer.
00:02:07This can't be. We were married here. Two years ago.
00:02:16I'm sorry, but there's no information in our system.
00:02:19If you believe you've been deceived, you should report it to the authorities.
00:02:31I can't believe all of this. I have decided to go and find him myself.
00:02:49I'm conflicted, but you know, I just can't let go of Millie.
00:02:53What do you intend to do then?
00:02:54Are you planning to stay with Brinley while marrying Millie Russell?
00:02:58Colin, that's not fair.
00:03:01Marrying Millie?
00:03:03Who is Millie?
00:03:07I know it isn't fair, but when Millie left to pursue her career abroad, I was heartbroken.
00:03:12Then Brinley came along.
00:03:14She reminded me so much of Millie.
00:03:16Dating her finally brought healing to my broken heart.
00:03:19So that's what I was?
00:03:21A substitute?
00:03:23Brinley is softer than Millie.
00:03:25She depends on me.
00:03:27Loves me.
00:03:28In a way Millie never did.
00:03:29And you still justify deceiving her?
00:03:31I don't deceive her, I just...
00:03:33I can't cut Millie off completely.
00:03:37She was my first love.
00:03:38So you forged a marriage certificate?
00:03:41Colin, that makes you a scumbag.
00:03:43Yes, I'm a scumbag.
00:03:44I want Millie's fire and Brinley's gentleness.
00:03:47I want them both.
00:03:48I walked away from that conversation.
00:03:50My heart shattered.
00:03:51The man I loved for two years was a liar.
00:03:54I'm back.
00:03:55Welcome home.
00:03:59What did you make?
00:04:00Smells delicious.
00:04:01Your favorite.
00:04:02Grilled meat.
00:04:03I watched him all through dinner.
00:04:05His phone never left the table.
00:04:07Face down.
00:04:09My head aches a little.
00:04:11Could you fetch me some medicine from upstairs?
00:04:13Of course.
00:04:14You just rest here.
00:04:18The moment he was gone, I snatched his phone.
00:04:21My birthday didn't work.
00:04:22Our anniversary didn't work.
00:04:24You don't look well.
00:04:25Do you want to lie down?
00:04:26I'm fine.
00:04:27Is something wrong at the office?
00:04:29You kept glancing at your phone.
00:04:30Yes.
00:04:31A project issue.
00:04:32I might need to head back later.
00:04:33Then go.
00:04:34Work always comes first.
00:04:36Don't wait up for me.
00:04:37Get some rest.
00:04:39As the door clicked shut, my smile crumbled.
00:04:44I picked up my phone, my hand trembling.
00:04:48Dad, I've decided.
00:04:50I'll return home, and I'll accept the marriage alliance you arranged.
00:04:54Three months later, I arrived at the Knight family's annual gala.
00:04:59Mrs. Shaw, you finally arrived.
00:05:01This way, please.
00:05:05Isn't that Brynlyn?
00:05:06What is she doing here?
00:05:07I can't believe she has the nerve.
00:05:09I heard Colin tossed her aside after catching her cheating.
00:05:11She has the audacity to show up tonight?
00:05:13The Shaw family cut her off completely.
00:05:16Look at her, still carrying herself as if she matters.
00:05:19Well, if it isn't Miss Shaw all by yourself tonight, where's Mr. Palmer?
00:05:24Oh, that's right.
00:05:24I heard you two split.
00:05:26Hardly shocking.
00:05:27A man like him could not tolerate a partner who is unfaithful.
00:05:30Do you really think showing up here will win Mr. Palmer back?
00:05:33That ship has sailed.
00:05:34Millie's the one by his side now.
00:05:35She's carrying his child.
00:05:36You all seem awfully fascinated with my personal life.
00:05:38My affairs, however, aren't open for your judgment.
00:05:40And as for why I'm here, does the Knight family need your permission before extending an invitation?
00:05:44Get off your high horse, Brinley.
00:05:46Everyone knows about your scandal.
00:05:47No man would ever want you now.
00:05:49It's none of your business, Miss Dale.
00:05:51Instead of wasting your time on me, perhaps you should pay attention to Dale Group stock.
00:05:54Word is, it's been plummeting.
00:05:56What are you talking about?
00:05:57That's complete nonsense.
00:05:58Don't play dumb.
00:05:59You know exactly what I mean.
00:06:00But then I felt a familiar gaze from across the hall.
00:06:05Colin?
00:06:20But when our eyes met, my gaze was ice.
00:06:24What are you doing here?
00:06:25Why did you disappear without a single word?
00:06:28I burned time and money trying to find you!
00:06:30Tell me you didn't throw me away for someone else!
00:06:34Colin, please, calm down.
00:06:38Miss Shaw must have had her reasons.
00:06:41Miss Shaw, I know you still have feelings for him,
00:06:43but you should move on.
00:06:45Showing up like this just makes things harder.
00:06:47What is she even after?
00:06:48Colin has moved on.
00:06:50Someone needs to toss her out.
00:06:51She's dragging down the class at this event.
00:06:53Brinley, I know you regret leaving me.
00:06:55Just apologize.
00:06:56I can even put in a word with Mrs. Knight and help you stay.
00:07:10Miss, this is a private event.
00:07:11If you don't have an invitation, I'll have to ask you to leave.
00:07:14You'd really rather be tossed out than give me an apology?
00:07:16Be sensible, Miss Shaw.
00:07:17With all these eyes on you, why put yourself through more shame?
00:07:26Matthew!
00:07:27Mrs. Shaw, I deeply apologize for the disrespect you've endured.
00:07:32The fault is entirely mine.
00:07:34Ryan, I thought, who gave you the right to disrespect our guest?
00:07:39How could you assume she walked in without an invitation?
00:07:45I'll go along with whatever arrangements Mrs. Knight has made.
00:07:50Understood.
00:07:51Mrs. Knight was just speaking of you.
00:07:53Please, this way.
00:07:57As Ryan led me away,
00:08:00the man who tried to kick me out crashed to his knees.
00:08:03Mrs. Shaw, please.
00:08:05Forgive my rudeness.
00:08:06Grant me mercy.
00:08:09You've broken the family rules.
00:08:11That's why you're fired.
00:08:12Not because of Miss Shaw.
00:08:17Escort him out.
00:08:18His employment is terminated.
00:08:21Make it clear he will never be rehired.
00:08:24Wait!
00:08:25Ryan, please!
00:08:26Don't do this!
00:08:33Colin, let's sit down over there.
00:08:35It's getting far too crowded.
00:08:36Fine.
00:08:37Just watch your step.
00:08:45Is that Mr. Moore?
00:08:46My God, what on earth is Austin Moore doing here?
00:08:48He never shows up to these things.
00:08:49Mr. Moore!
00:08:50What an honor to have you with us tonight.
00:08:57Sir, your wife is already upstairs in the VIP lounge.
00:09:01The Knights left Austin Moore waiting?
00:09:04This is about to get ugly.
00:09:07Colin, my stomach feels a little uneasy.
00:09:10What's wrong?
00:09:10Come, I'll take you to the lounge so you can rest.
00:09:13Mr. Moore,
00:09:14you probably haven't been told,
00:09:15but the Knight family has been pouring all their attention on Miss Shaw tonight.
00:09:18One might assume she was some exalted figure.
00:09:21Oh?
00:09:21My wife sure knows how to stir things up, huh?
00:09:25Your...
00:09:25Your wife?
00:09:32Sir, that's enough.
00:09:33Please come with us.
00:09:34What are you doing?
00:09:35I was just trying to let Mr. Moore know...
00:09:37Mr. Moore's business is not yours to discuss.
00:09:46Mr. Moore has arrived.
00:09:48My head lifted instinctively.
00:09:50It was the very first time I had seen my husband since our marriage.
00:09:55I was just thinking how lucky I was to have such a handsome husband.
00:10:02Mr. Moore, we've been waiting anxiously for your arrival.
00:10:06It's so rare to catch a glimpse of you.
00:10:09Gentlemen, please, take a seat.
00:10:10Mr. Moore will be with you all day.
00:10:12Let me introduce Miss Brinley Shaw.
00:10:14Ah, Miss Shaw.
00:10:15Easy on the eyes, but your judgment?
00:10:17Not so impressive.
00:10:18You cut ties with your family for a man becoming a joke.
00:10:21Perhaps you should focus on family affairs, not business.
00:10:25Oliver, that's enough.
00:10:33So, Mr. Simpson, in your opinion, my wife doesn't measure up to your standards?
00:10:39Your wife?
00:10:40Mrs. Moore, my apologies.
00:10:42I just meant you have exquisite taste in beautiful women.
00:10:47Mr. Simpson, your words remind me of something.
00:10:51And what is that?
00:10:53I've heard rumors that some influential businessman keeps several young women at once.
00:10:58Utterly shameless.
00:11:01Surely you've heard them too?
00:11:03I have no idea what you're talking about.
00:11:06Instead of speculating about my life, wouldn't it be wiser to tend to your own affairs?
00:11:11Well, Brinley certainly has a sharp tongue.
00:11:15Everyone, let's sit down.
00:11:16Quite the impression you've made, my dear wife.
00:11:20Like what you saw?
00:11:30The lavish bank felt suffocating, and I had to get away.
00:11:35Austin, I need to use the West Room.
00:11:37I can't sit here any longer.
00:11:39Don't take too long.
00:11:46Mrs. Moore, I...
00:11:47I...
00:12:01I...
00:12:03I...
00:12:06I...
00:12:10I...
00:12:12I...
00:12:21Brinley, I was wrong. Give me another chance.
00:12:26Mr. Palmer, please control yourself. We are done.
00:12:29I can't do without you. He's three months apart. I feel like I'm going mad.
00:12:33Enough of your nonsense. Stay away from me or you'll regret it. Get lost.
00:12:42Take this as your warning, Colin. If you dare try this again, you'll regret it far more.
00:12:51With that, I was done with him. Forever.
00:12:55After the banquet ended, I tried to leave, exhausted by the night's events.
00:13:03But my escape was cut short by a familiar, imposing presence.
00:13:12Get in.
00:13:15Mr. Moore, I have my own car.
00:13:18I already had it sent back.
00:13:20I want to return to my own place.
00:13:22Your place? Have you forgotten we're married? That means we're supposed to live together.
00:13:27But...
00:13:27No buts. I prepared our new home three months ago. You're coming back with me.
00:13:32Drive.
00:13:40From today onward, this is your home.
00:13:57Mr. Moore, since this is a marriage of convenience, I think it's better we establish some clear boundaries.
00:14:02Go ahead. I'm listening.
00:14:03First, we don't interfere in each other's private lives.
00:14:06Second, we keep our finances separate. Neither of us will touch the other's assets.
00:14:11Third, if we ever divorce, we'll part on good terms, with no complications.
00:14:15Don't you think you're being a little too cold with me?
00:14:19Remember, we're legally husband and wife now.
00:14:22I think you should understand that this is just a partnership, and there are no feelings attached.
00:14:26I don't want unnecessary trouble.
00:14:28Trouble? Is that what you think I am?
00:14:31That's settled.
00:14:32Alright, as you wish, my dear wife.
00:14:43This one, I like the vintage feel.
00:14:45You do have unusual taste. But in the winter, the drafts will be harsh.
00:14:49It doesn't matter. I can manage the cold.
00:14:53Hungry?
00:14:55Yes. I didn't eat properly at the party.
00:14:59Let's get you something to eat.
00:15:07I didn't expect.
00:15:10What are you doing just standing there?
00:15:14Come help.
00:15:18In the soft glow of the kitchen, my hands moved on autopolt.
00:15:22The familiar rhythm of the knife, a small comfort.
00:15:25You handled that knife quite well. Did you often cook for Colin?
00:15:28Yes. Looking back, it was a complete waste of effort.
00:15:31He never did deserve you.
00:15:33Oh? Do you regret it?
00:15:37Why should I?
00:15:39For someone so undeserving, it's best not to mention him at all.
00:15:43So indifferent.
00:15:45I find that...
00:15:47interesting.
00:15:48What do you expect? That I cry endlessly?
00:15:51When it comes to love, you gamble.
00:15:53I can take the loss.
00:15:54I'll take care of the rest.
00:15:56It's our first night under the same roof.
00:15:57You shouldn't tire yourself out.
00:15:59You do know how to be thoughtful.
00:16:01Fine, I'll take you up on that.
00:16:03A few minutes later, he set three dishes on the table.
00:16:05The beef was charred black, the broccoli was burnt, and I could see sugar crystals that hadn't even melted.
00:16:10You looked rather skilled slicing the beef.
00:16:12But your cooking seems to be lacking.
00:16:14I've trained with a knife.
00:16:15Heat control isn't my strength.
00:16:17Are you trying to upset me with this culinary adventure?
00:16:20You've got quite a sense of humor.
00:16:22As he ate, I saw an old scar winding across his forearm.
00:16:25A sharp contrast to the gentle man he was pretending to be.
00:16:29Pull yourself together, Brinley.
00:16:30This is just a marriage of convenience.
00:16:32Don't let appearances deceive you.
00:16:34When he finished cleaning the kitchen, he leaned against the doorway, all plainness gone.
00:16:40Now that I've returned, there are formalities.
00:16:44Next week, we visit your father.
00:16:47The wedding also needs to be properly arranged.
00:16:50The purpose of this alliance has been fulfilled.
00:16:52There's no need for a wedding ceremony, is there?
00:16:54What do you mean no need?
00:16:55Even a marriage of convenience will have a wedding.
00:16:58My father is tied up with a major project.
00:17:00It's really not a good time.
00:17:01Don't worry.
00:17:02I'll have my assistant coordinate with your father's secretary.
00:17:10I'll call my father first, to see when he's available.
00:17:14He agreed, but his eyes told me this wasn't a negotiation.
00:17:18The battle was over before it even began.
00:17:21I watched Austin go upstairs, his sudden attention making me suspicious.
00:17:25But I had no time to dwell on him.
00:17:27My own company, Vantage Path Realty, needed me.
00:17:30Colin Parmer chose deceit.
00:17:32Now I will crush his pride in the one field he values most.
00:17:36Mrs. Shaw, the final version of the bid presentation is ready.
00:17:41Good.
00:18:01Meanwhile, across the city, Colin was holding a meeting.
00:18:09This project will be Palmer Group's highest priority for the next three years.
00:18:17The city director has already acknowledged our proposal is superior.
00:18:21Mr. Palmer, we've poured $30 million into the assessment.
00:18:24Our connections are firmly established.
00:18:25Palmer Group is set on winning this project.
00:18:28By the way, I heard Brinley has registered a company.
00:18:31Vantage Path Realty.
00:18:32She's preparing to bid as well.
00:18:34And now that she's Austin's wife, she might carry more weight.
00:18:37Well, I...
00:18:37Relax.
00:18:38She's just an ordinary woman.
00:18:40What could she possibly know about real estate development?
00:18:43That company of hers is nothing but a shell she set up on a whim.
00:18:47She always shows up wherever I am.
00:18:49Perhaps she's just trying to get my attention again.
00:18:52Three days later, the bidding send you buzzed with anticipation.
00:19:04I know you're coming, Brinley.
00:19:06Show yourself.
00:19:07The moment I walked into the bidding hall, I felt Colin's stare.
00:19:12He expected the soft, naive woman he once knew.
00:19:14Not the CEO of Vantage Path Realty.
00:19:18And our innovative spatial planning can increase land use efficiency by 30%.
00:19:23A flawless presentation.
00:19:24Next, the Palmer Group.
00:19:26Our proposal focuses on...
00:19:27Mr. Palmer, Vantage Path Realty's proposal is clearly superior to yours.
00:19:31But our data, our policy interpretation...
00:19:34The committee's decision is unanimous.
00:19:36The contract is awarded to Vantage Path Realty.
00:19:38After the meeting, he cornered me in the role Evo.
00:19:40His composure shattered.
00:19:41Why?
00:19:42You knew how important this project was to me.
00:19:43Was this all just revenge?
00:19:46Fine.
00:19:47Take the project.
00:19:49I don't care about anything else.
00:19:51Just come back to me.
00:19:53Mr. Palmer, we won fairly.
00:19:56This project was never yours to grant me.
00:19:58It was mine to earn.
00:20:01What you should be asking is why the Palmer Group failed.
00:20:08That evening, the satisfaction of winning had washed away my tiredness when I returned to the villa.
00:20:14You are back.
00:20:16You're home early today.
00:20:18Congratulations.
00:20:19Securing this project gives Vantage Path a promising future.
00:20:24We talked about visiting your father.
00:20:26We talked about visiting your father.
00:20:26When would he be available?
00:20:32My dad's been very busy lately.
00:20:35Maybe in a few more days.
00:20:38Later that night, I finally made the call I've been avoiding.
00:20:42Well, if it isn't the CEO of Vantage Path Realty.
00:20:45The work Olek finally has time to call her father?
00:20:47Dad, I secured the Blean project.
00:20:50That's good to hear.
00:20:51Now tell me, how's Austin treating you?
00:20:53Is he bad to you?
00:20:53No.
00:20:54Actually, he suggested visiting you.
00:20:56He's even talking about a wedding ceremony.
00:20:58I'd love for you to come visit.
00:20:59But I still haven't forgiven you for what happened with Colin.
00:21:02Dad, I was foolish back then.
00:21:03Enough.
00:21:04No need to drag up the past.
00:21:05How about next Saturday?
00:21:06And tell Austin he better not come empty-handed.
00:21:09What made you suddenly want to take me out to dinner?
00:21:11The candlelight danced in the upopulent restaurant, but a question flickered in my mind.
00:21:14You're my wife.
00:21:15It's only right that I treat you.
00:21:16His answer a great deal about me.
00:21:17Too smooth.
00:21:18Even the an obscure design award I won years ago.
00:21:20How that even I had almost forgotten.
00:21:22It isn't hard to learn about someone.
00:21:23Cheers.
00:21:27There's an urgent problem at the company.
00:21:29Head upstairs and get some rest.
00:21:31Back home, his sudden departure felt like an escape.
00:21:36But his words about my past echoed in my mind.
00:21:39I found myself drawn to his study.
00:21:42The study was just as he was.
00:21:44Organized, imposing, and full of secrets.
00:21:46My fingers brushed against a loose board on a shelf, revealing a hidden compartment.
00:21:50Inside was a scroll.
00:21:52Unfolding it, my heart stopped.
00:21:54They were my sketches.
00:21:55The ones I thought had burned in a fire.
00:21:57What are you doing here?
00:22:03Mr. Moore!
00:22:04I thought you went to the company.
00:22:09What are you hiding behind your back?
00:22:12Hiding my sketches?
00:22:14Don't you think that crosses into invading my privacy?
00:22:16Fear gave was a violation.
00:22:18This was-
00:22:18I found them by chance.
00:22:20They had a certain spark.
00:22:21I thought they might be useful for a project.
00:22:24Since when do you pay attention to a university student's designs?
00:22:27Anything with potential tends to draw my attention.
00:22:31It feels like more than a coincidence that the designs you admire happen to belong to me!
00:22:37He closed the distance in an instant, trapping me against the desk.
00:22:43It does feel like quite the coincidence.
00:22:52Tell me, Brinley, are you doubting me?
00:22:58I-
00:22:59I was only asking.
00:23:01I shouldn't have come into your study.
00:23:03He stepped closer, lifting his hand to brush a lop of hair from my forehead.
00:23:07His touch set my skin on fire.
00:23:10The study's rather cold.
00:23:11Why don't you rest upstairs?
00:23:17For days, I douged him at every turn.
00:23:19If he was in the dining room, I ate in my room.
00:23:23If he was on the stairs, I hurried past without a word.
00:23:33In the car, the silence was suffocating, until my brother's name lit up my phone like a lifeline.
00:23:42Hey, Felix.
00:23:43Brinley!
00:23:44I just heard overseas.
00:23:46Colin dumped you, didn't he?
00:23:48No need to worry.
00:23:49I'm doing fine.
00:23:51And it wasn't him who ended things.
00:23:54That bastard swore he'd treat you well.
00:23:56He dares to toss you aside?
00:23:58I told him everything that happened.
00:24:00My marriage to Austin.
00:24:02Colin's harassment.
00:24:04Felix, I was so stupid before.
00:24:07I'm sorry.
00:24:08What are you apologizing for?
00:24:10To hell with him.
00:24:11He should have been dumped long ago.
00:24:13But he hurt you?
00:24:14Damn it!
00:24:15I'm getting the first flight home.
00:24:16I swear I'll make that asshole pay.
00:24:17No, absolutely not.
00:24:18I can deal with Colin myself.
00:24:19You need to stay focused on your races.
00:24:25When the call ended, we had arrived at the Shaw Mansion.
00:24:29Felix really looks out for you.
00:24:31He's my brother.
00:24:37Let's go.
00:24:41What are you doing?
00:24:42Let go of my wrist.
00:24:43His palm was firm and warm, and the feeling was surprisingly steady.
00:24:48What are you doing?
00:24:48In front of your family, we've got to look convincing.
00:24:51You wouldn't want your father getting the wrong idea, right?
00:24:54Don't you want him to feel at ease?
00:24:56I rolled my eyes, but didn't pull my hand away.
00:24:59Felix, you hear me?
00:25:00Run that race and come back with a trophy.
00:25:02Brindley's affairs aren't your problem.
00:25:04Austin is a million times more reliable than you.
00:25:06Keep running your mouth, and I'll cut your allowance right off.
00:25:09Oh, you're here.
00:25:11Sweetheart, come here.
00:25:12Dad, were you yelling at Felix?
00:25:14Serves him right.
00:25:15That reckless brat.
00:25:17By the way, Felix wired you a hundred million.
00:25:20It's all yours.
00:25:21My phone buzzed.
00:25:22It was a transfer notification.
00:25:24Felix's note said,
00:25:25If Colin bothers you again, I'll fly back and wreck his company myself.
00:25:29Mr. Shaw, my first visit.
00:25:30I brought a small token for you.
00:25:32My daughter has a stubborn streak.
00:25:33If she gives you trouble, I hope you'll let it slide.
00:25:36Brindley is incredibly thoughtful.
00:25:37Having her as my wife makes me the lucky one.
00:25:39I know how deeply you cherish her.
00:25:40I will make sure she's cared for, and I won't allow her to endure any grievances.
00:25:44Good.
00:25:45Come inside.
00:25:45The food's on the table.
00:25:46He clapped Austin on the shoulder, guiding him in.
00:25:48I watched this man who could dominate boardrooms act like any ordinary son.
00:25:51Your insights on business are sharp, Austin.
00:25:53I simply offer a different perspective, Mr. Shaw.
00:25:55He was so calm, so patient with my father.
00:25:57Watching him, my heart grew increasingly complicated.
00:26:00Take good care of my daughter.
00:26:01My father's words were heavy.
00:26:03A final plea before entrusting me to him.
00:26:06You have my word.
00:26:07In the car on the way back, the silence was comfortable,
00:26:10but I knew he would be the one to break it.
00:26:13Tell me, have you been avoiding me lately?
00:26:16Why would I?
00:26:17I've been drowning in work.
00:26:18I can hardly breathe.
00:26:20Is that so?
00:26:21Funny.
00:26:22Every time I'm in the living room, you suddenly remember urgent overtime.
00:26:26On the stairs, you always bolt past me with your head down.
00:26:28You're reading too much into it.
00:26:30I've just been really busy.
00:26:32Really?
00:26:33Because I can't shake the feeling it's about what happened in the study.
00:26:36No!
00:26:36We're home.
00:26:37Let's get out.
00:26:38I ran into the villa, furious that he always had the upper hand.
00:26:41I swore I'd seize the next chance.
00:26:46The pool is freshly maintained.
00:26:48Want to give it a try?
00:26:50Fine.
00:26:51Let's go.
00:26:54He was already there, a towel slung low on his hips, water tracing the lines of his muscles.
00:26:59You've been watching me for three minutes straight.
00:27:04With a body like this, you could easily walk a runway.
00:27:08Though I have to say, touching it feels even better.
00:27:17I left him standing there and went to my room, my heart pounding from my own daring.
00:27:27Why am I so tempted by him?
00:27:29This is a marriage of convenience.
00:27:31I can't forget that.
00:27:33Colin was the same, and he destroyed everything.
00:27:39Brinley, you really know how to turn me on.
00:27:42I walked in after a long day and froze.
00:27:45Austin was in the living room, bare-chested, sweat gleaning on his sculpted muscles.
00:27:49Careful!
00:27:50The dumbbell crashed to the floor, and I rushed forward, but he swept me into his arms, pressing
00:27:56me against his hot, damp chest.
00:27:57I'm exhausted.
00:27:59Let's rest a little.
00:28:02Austin, you...
00:28:03Your sweat is getting on my blouse.
00:28:06Is it?
00:28:09His nose grazed my ear, and I shivered.
00:28:12But then my training kicked in.
00:28:14I twisted, dug my knee into his side, and rolled him onto the mat.
00:28:18Playing helpless, Mr. Moore?
00:28:20With muscles like these?
00:28:22I must admit, those lines.
00:28:25They're sculpted like a fashion model's, but in a flash, he reversed our positions, pinning
00:28:30me beneath him when we ate on health.
00:28:33Tone Clefieri with tons, his face inches from mine.
00:28:38Is just touching enough for you?
00:28:40You!
00:28:41Get off!
00:28:43Gotcha!
00:28:44Let go of my leg!
00:28:49There's something in your hair.
00:28:53What?
00:28:57Just a feather.
00:29:00Now, are you planning to move in down there on the floor?
00:29:04You did that on purpose!
00:29:05What do you mean?
00:29:07You're the one who couldn't stop staring at me.
00:29:11You practically dived into my arms.
00:29:13I was not staring!
00:29:15Why are you even working out in the living room?
00:29:17The AC in the gym broke.
00:29:19The AC is broken?
00:29:20This place is falling apart.
00:29:22Maybe you should just buy a new villa.
00:29:24Is that so?
00:29:26I'm going to eat.
00:29:29Narrator, I arrived at the business gala as the new CEO of Vantage Path Realty, determined
00:29:34to prove my ambition was more intoxicating than any man.
00:29:37Colin, look.
00:29:38It's her.
00:29:39She looks... different.
00:29:41More dazzling than ever.
00:29:43I ignored their stares, but a man with an oily grin soon cornered me on the terrace.
00:29:51Miss Shaw, all by yourself?
00:29:53I'm Rogelio Scott.
00:29:55A big company must be exhausting for a young woman like you.
00:29:59You're flattering me, Mr. Scott.
00:30:01Vantage Path thrives because of its team.
00:30:03What team can measure up to a dependable man?
00:30:05With me, you wouldn't have to work so hard.
00:30:08I can give you more than your sugar baddie ever could.
00:30:10I'm afraid you've mistaken me.
00:30:12A woman of my league is nowhere near your reach.
00:30:14Ha!
00:30:14Everything has a price, Miss Shaw.
00:30:17Just name it.
00:30:18Stay by my side and the entire Scott group could be yours.
00:30:21Narrator, his thick fingers reached to pinch my chin.
00:30:24I slapped him across the face.
00:30:26The sound silencing the entire hall.
00:30:29You dared to slap me?
00:30:31What's wrong with that?
00:30:32Look at yourself.
00:30:33Pathetic, oily, and shameless.
00:30:35Mr. Scott, laying hands on a woman hardly suits a gentleman.
00:30:38Mr. Palmer, with your company stock in free fall, you still have the nerve to meddle?
00:30:43Worry about your own crumpling empire!
00:30:45And you!
00:30:46Don't think a pretty face makes you exceptional?
00:30:50And dick!
00:30:51At the end of the day, you're just a woman!
00:30:54What could you possibly accomplish, you pathetic whore?
00:30:57Say that again.
00:30:58I dare you.
00:31:00Before he could repeat the insult, I kicked the back of his knee,
00:31:03seized his tie, and slammed his cheek against the polished floor.
00:31:12I'll make sure you learn what respect really means.
00:31:15The party was in full swing, a symphony of laughter and clinking glasses,
00:31:19until a sudden gape cut through the noise.
00:31:21It's Austin Moore! He's here!
00:31:22A hush fell over the room.
00:31:24Like the Red Sea parting, the crowd made a path for him.
00:31:26He walked straight through the silent crowd to me,
00:31:29his eyes fixed on a single target,
00:31:31his eyes burned with a cold fire as he reached me,
00:31:34a flicker of something unreadable in their depths
00:31:36as he draped his jacket over my shoulders.
00:31:42Mr. Moore, it's a misunderstanding. I swear.
00:31:45Miguel, throw him out.
00:31:47And from this moment, though not more group is targeting,
00:31:50echoed in the dead silence, each single project run by death sentence.
00:31:54His voice...
00:31:54No, please, Mr. Moore, have mercy!
00:31:56As they dragged him away screaming,
00:31:57the reality of his power settled over the room like a shroud.
00:32:01I looked up at the man who had just destroyed another for my sake, trying to understand.
00:32:10Why are you here? You never come to these things.
00:32:15Because you're here.
00:32:16Mr. Moore, if I may, who is this lady to you?
00:32:20She is my wife, Brinley Moore.
00:32:23And I warn anyone who dares to lay a hand on her,
00:32:27you will find yourself standing against the full power of my company.
00:32:31Then, through the sea of stunned faces,
00:32:33I saw my ex, Colin, watching us, his face pale.
00:32:39Brinley, I remembered your throat always acts up.
00:32:42I had them prepare that special drink you like.
00:32:45Thank you, Mr. Palmer, but I'll take care of my wife's needs.
00:32:48You should direct that concern towards your companion.
00:32:52Colin...
00:32:52Oh, wait, my mistake. She isn't your wife yet, is she?
00:32:56My husband doesn't enjoy socializing, Mr. Palmer, if you'll excuse us.
00:33:01My project was suspended, leaving me stuck at home.
00:33:04My attempts at cooking were a disaster,
00:33:07starting with a batch of burnt cookies.
00:33:10Wow, these are...
00:33:12something else?
00:33:13What do you call them?
00:33:15Charcoal brigands?
00:33:16If you're hungry, there are sandwiches in the fridge.
00:33:18Don't touch those.
00:33:21He'd been coming home early every day.
00:33:24Then I remembered he'd sent the chef and housekeeper on medical lee last week.
00:33:28You orchestrated this on purpose.
00:33:32Actually, I think your cooking has a kind of everyday warmth to it.
00:33:36Honestly, it's more satisfying than a Michelin three-star dinner.
00:33:40I know it's bad. Your comfort is unhelpful.
00:33:44Austin, did you lose your taste buds?
00:33:46It's not every day I find you cooking.
00:33:48As your husband, I should at least act grateful.
00:33:51If you enjoy it so much,
00:33:52I'll make car-grilled avocado with pickled herring tomorrow.
00:33:57Now that sounds like a challenge.
00:33:59I'll be looking forward to your masterpiece.
00:34:02For days, I curled out one strange dish after another.
00:34:09Your cooking just keeps getting better.
00:34:14Do you actually enjoy torturing your taste buds?
00:34:17For me, it's an honor to eat anything you've made yourself.
00:34:23I excused myself and snuck into the kitchen to call his assistant.
00:34:28Miguel, I need to ask, what is Austin like at the company?
00:34:32Mr. Moore?
00:34:32Today, he called a competitor's proposal garbage, and the man nearly collapsed.
00:34:38Garbage.
00:34:39Last week, he sued a business partner into bankruptcy.
00:34:43He is ruthless.
00:34:49The man he described is a stranger.
00:34:52A ruthless tycoon who praises my terrible cooking.
00:34:57What is his secret agenda?
00:34:59Is this marriage just part of some hidden game?
00:35:02I sat there, my mind racing.
00:35:04What if this whole marriage is just a plot to harvest my organs?
00:35:11Something bothering you?
00:35:12You look pale.
00:35:17Later that night, my fear dragged me into a nightmare.
00:35:20A twisted reality where my darkest thoughts came to life.
00:35:22You monster, Austin, you're after my kidney?
00:35:24I swear, I'll fight you off.
00:35:24In my dream, his shadow fell over me.
00:35:26A monstrous giant with something glimpering in his hand.
00:35:28You're greedy enough to want my kidney!
00:35:29A single tear escaped.
00:35:30A testament to the terror that held me captive even in sleep.
00:35:32I heard his footsteps coming up the stairs.
00:35:34Each one a heavy thup that echoed my own frantic heartbeat.
00:35:37He walked down the dark corridor.
00:35:39A shadow moving towards the slimmer of light from my room.
00:35:41The doorknob turned with agonizing slowness,
00:35:44the click of the lash sealing my fate.
00:35:45My kidney.
00:35:46Austin, give it back.
00:35:47He loomed over me in the darkness,
00:35:49his hand reaching out.
00:35:50And for a moment, my nightmare and reality merged.
00:35:52The instant his hand touched my cheek,
00:35:54my eyes snapped open.
00:35:55Ah!
00:35:55Austin!
00:35:56You really came to steal my kidney?
00:35:58Brinley, it's alright.
00:35:59You were caught in a bad dream.
00:36:00But his voice was calm.
00:36:01A gentle anchor in my storm of panic.
00:36:03The terror receded,
00:36:04leaving a disorienting fog of confusion in its whack.
00:36:06You were mommling quite a bit.
00:36:07Something about me being after your kidney?
00:36:08Heat flooded my cheeks.
00:36:09I couldn't meet his gaze.
00:36:10I was just rambling nonsense.
00:36:12Some seemed softening with an underchasing me.
00:36:13You should go.
00:36:14Get some sleep.
00:36:14He didn't press, and I was alone again.
00:36:16The silence of the room amplifying the chaos in my mind.
00:36:18But the moment he was out of my sight,
00:36:20the gentle husband vanished,
00:36:21replaced by someone I didn't know.
00:36:23He waited,
00:36:24his face a cold, calculating mask in the glow of the screen.
00:36:27I could almost feel the shift in him,
00:36:29the moment his suspicion hardened into certainty.
00:36:32We need to have a talk tomorrow.
00:36:33The next morning,
00:36:34the sunlight that filled the dining room
00:36:35did nothing to dispel the chilling atmosphere between us.
00:36:38Do you have time this morning I'd like to talk about last night?
00:36:40It was just a dream.
00:36:41Nightmares happen.
00:36:43Don't read too much into it.
00:36:44With those words,
00:36:44she shut the door on any conversation,
00:36:46leaving us in a silence colder than any nightmare.
00:36:48I had to know what Austin was hiding.
00:36:50After escaping our silent breakfast,
00:36:52I slipped back inside and crept up to his study.
00:36:54My heart pounded against my ribs,
00:36:56a frantic drumbeat of fear and determination.
00:36:59Taking a deep breath, I committed.
00:37:01It can't be locked.
00:37:02Please.
00:37:03Yes.
00:37:03I moved quickly, silently,
00:37:05my hands searching for any trace of myself,
00:37:07any clue to his secrets.
00:37:08But it's nothing photographed,
00:37:09not a mention of my work.
00:37:10Where is it?
00:37:11The clippings from my exhibition.
00:37:12He's removed everything.
00:37:13A cold dread washed on me as the truth settled in.
00:37:15It's like I never existed in here.
00:37:16The room was a sterile monument to a life I was apparently never a part of.
00:37:19I was staring into the void of an empty shelf
00:37:20when his voice cut through the silence.
00:37:22Cold and-
00:37:22What are you looking for?
00:37:23Ice shot through my veins.
00:37:24I froze.
00:37:25He was leaning against the doorframe,
00:37:26a predator watching his prey.
00:37:27I spun around so fast I knocked over a stack of books,
00:37:29my words tumbling out in a panicked rush.
00:37:31I was just looking around.
00:37:32Time seemed as slow as the books tumbled towards the floor.
00:37:34In one motion, he moved with impossible speed.
00:37:36He caught them easily, effortlessly,
00:37:38and steadied me,
00:37:39his hand burning against my waist.
00:37:41There's nothing worth your attention in here.
00:37:42Perhaps-
00:37:43We were suddenly impossibly close,
00:37:44his voice a low murmur.
00:37:45I have to go,
00:37:46I'll be in my room.
00:37:47His touch was electric.
00:37:48I had to get away.
00:37:49Later that day,
00:37:50I tried to sneak out to see my father,
00:37:51but Austin was in the foyer,
00:37:53blocking my path.
00:37:54My escape was cut short.
00:37:55He was there,
00:37:56with Miguel.
00:37:57Miguel's shock was almost-
00:37:58Mr. Moore,
00:37:59you're wearing an apron.
00:38:00And he was,
00:38:01a crisp white apron over his expensive suit.
00:38:03If you want to surprise your wife,
00:38:04I can call a shit-
00:38:04It's different, Miguel.
00:38:05She eats restaurant food all the time.
00:38:07He ignored Miguel's suggestion,
00:38:09his focus elsewhere.
00:38:10I think,
00:38:10she might like something homemade.
00:38:12For a fleeting moment,
00:38:13I saw something else in his eyes.
00:38:14Then his eyes found me.
00:38:16He knew I was there all along.
00:38:17Where are you going?
00:38:18Caught.
00:38:19My heart sank.
00:38:20I tried to sound casual,
00:38:21to hide the tremor in my voice.
00:38:23To visit my father.
00:38:24I need to talk to him.
00:38:26His answer was not a request.
00:38:27It was a command.
00:38:29I've made dinner.
00:38:30Eat with me first.
00:38:31He moved,
00:38:32subtly,
00:38:33trapping me.
00:38:33Then I'll go with you.
00:38:35I felt the walls closing in,
00:38:36the air growing thin.
00:38:37That's not necessary.
00:38:38You don't have to.
00:38:39He closed the distance between us,
00:38:41his-
00:38:41Try my cooking.
00:38:42...since overwhelm.
00:38:43A silent order was given,
00:38:45and obeyed,
00:38:45instantly.
00:38:46And then there were two.
00:38:48Miguel's gone.
00:38:49It'll just be the two of us.
00:38:50I followed Austin into the dining room.
00:38:52A perfect feast was laid out.
00:38:54A cruel contrast to the charred food
00:38:56I'd been making for days.
00:38:58What are you standing there for?
00:38:59Sit down and see for yourself.
00:39:03I'll pass.
00:39:04I'm not hungry.
00:39:05Just have a taste.
00:39:07I told you.
00:39:08I'm not hungry.
00:39:10Just one bite.
00:39:11If it's awful,
00:39:12you can throw the plate at my face.
00:39:16I finally gave in,
00:39:17my fingers curling around the fork
00:39:19with resistance.
00:39:24Oh.
00:39:26So?
00:39:26How is it?
00:39:30It's fine.
00:39:31But my hand betrayed me,
00:39:32reaching for the lobster,
00:39:33then the soup,
00:39:34then the lamb.
00:39:35I ate like someone
00:39:36who hadn't seen food in D's.
00:39:41Why are you looking at me like that?
00:39:44Slow down.
00:39:45It's not like anyone's going to snatch it from you.
00:39:48I guess
00:39:49it's not terrible.
00:39:55Have the legal department
00:39:56drop the papers immediately.
00:39:57I'm on my way.
00:40:00Something urgent came up at the company.
00:40:01I'll need to step out.
00:40:04All right.
00:40:07Take your time and enjoy it.
00:40:09The moment the door clicked shut,
00:40:11my appetite vanished,
00:40:13replaced by an explicable hollowness.
00:40:16I reached for the bowl of soup
00:40:17he'd left untouched
00:40:18and drank every last flat.
00:40:23Dad, I need the truth.
00:40:25What's really behind
00:40:26this arranged marriage to Austin?
00:40:32Brinley,
00:40:34there are things you're old enough
00:40:35to hear now.
00:40:36Years ago,
00:40:38Austin's mother
00:40:38was in a devastating car accident.
00:40:44Your mother
00:40:45risked her own life
00:40:47to save her.
00:40:50My mother?
00:40:51Out of gratitude,
00:40:52their family proposed
00:40:54a marriage alliance.
00:40:55They've been waiting for you
00:40:56all these years,
00:40:58even when you were with Colin.
00:41:06Dad, I get it now.
00:41:09I'll come by to see you soon.
00:41:11Bye.
00:41:31Who is it?
00:41:33It's me,
00:41:34Austin.
00:41:35Let me down!
00:41:35I have legs of my own!
00:41:37Stop moving!
00:41:38The floor's slick!
00:41:39You'll make us both fall!
00:41:54I didn't do it on purpose.
00:41:59You call that an accident?
00:42:01We kissed!
00:42:03You shameless rogue!
00:42:05Why didn't it feel wrong?
00:42:07Have I lost my mind?
00:42:11Get away from me!
00:42:14Get away from me!
00:42:15I have a gun!
00:42:41Stop it.
00:42:43I have a gun.
00:42:58Brinley. I love Millie. She's the one who fits me. Body and soul.
00:43:11That's why I never touched you.
00:43:29Brinley.
00:43:32Austin? Why aren't you in bed?
00:43:34I heard a noise. Want a drink?
00:43:40Let's go to the rooftop.
00:43:42Is this about Colin?
00:43:45Do you honestly think I'd drink myself silly over an ex?
00:43:50No. I just think something's weighing on you.
00:43:53Spare me the questions. If you're not going to keep me company, you can go.
00:44:00Colin's a bastard and Millie's no better. Two shameless cheats. And you, Austin, you're an idiot. Out of all the
00:44:10women in the world, why did you marry me?
00:44:13I've wanted to marry you since I was 14.
00:44:17Huh? What was that?
00:44:21When I was 14, at that party, it was the anniversary of my mother's death. My siblings cornered me, calling
00:44:30me a curse, a bringer of misfortune.
00:44:36At that banquet, you were just a little girl with braids, but you stood in front of me and protected
00:44:40me.
00:44:41From that moment, I told myself I'd wait for you to grow up.
00:44:44I've waited all these years, and now, you're finally mine.
00:44:54Have a nice dream, Brinley.
00:45:03Hello?
00:45:04Mrs. Moore, do you know where Mr. Moore is? He's missed a crucial meeting and isn't answering his phone.
00:45:09I... I'll check right now.
00:45:16Austin? Are you in there? Austin, answer me!
00:45:30Austin?
00:45:40The medicine bottles. So many stomach pills.
00:45:44The burnt steak. The horrible soup.
00:45:47He ate every last bite of my terrible cooking.
00:45:53You absolute fool.
00:45:56Austin? Please, wake up!
00:46:01I can smell the alcohol.
00:46:03He was already sick, and he still drank with me last night.
00:46:08Why are you here?
00:46:12You should go.
00:46:14Who's supposed to take care of you if I walk out?
00:46:17Lie down and stop fighting me.
00:46:19It might be contagious. You should go.
00:46:22Don't be ridiculous. Contagious?
00:46:25Try moving again, and I'll throw you out myself.
00:46:28Mrs. Moore, the doctor is here.
00:46:31Doctor! Please, check him right away.
00:46:36Acute gastric bleeding.
00:46:38Accompanied by the high fever.
00:46:39He needs to be transferred to the hospital at once.
00:46:46I'll go with him. I know exactly what he's eaten these last few days.
00:46:58The doctor said it's from eating terrible food and drinking alcohol.
00:47:02What now? Are you planning to blame this on me?
00:47:04I'm definitely putting the blame on you.
00:47:06I'm telling you now, don't even think about it.
00:47:10Stop laughing. Do you even remember you're supposed to be resting?
00:47:19Eat.
00:47:21You haven't eaten either.
00:47:24Have a taste?
00:47:25I'm not hungry.
00:47:27Go ahead, eat it yourself.
00:47:29Do you really have to push yourself this far?
00:47:31The company won't crumble without you for a few days.
00:47:35I'd hate for you to think I can't measure up to your standards.
00:47:38When you've recovered, let's set our companies against each other and watch which one thrives more.
00:47:42I'm in.
00:47:58Quit staring.
00:48:03You should watch it.
00:48:06Follow your instructions, my dear wife.
00:48:09Boss, the meeting has started.
00:48:19Sit here.
00:48:26He's so focused, it's like he's in his own world.
00:48:30The key is to acquire their patents before the merger is complete.
00:48:33We need to make them an offer they can't refuse.
00:48:36The merger will create a new market leader.
00:48:39The key is to get the shareholders on board.
00:48:47What's the matter?
00:48:49Caught up in your husband's charm, are you?
00:48:50Who's looking at you?
00:48:52I was thinking about my project.
00:48:53Your Cloud Vista States project?
00:48:56Do you want my help?
00:48:57He leaned so close I could feel his breath.
00:49:07Sorry, did that hurt?
00:49:09You're still recovering.
00:49:12I'm alright.
00:49:14Mr. Moore, Mrs. Moore.
00:49:16I didn't see a thing.
00:49:20What's wrong?
00:49:22I'll go see about dinner.
00:49:43I'll go see about dinner.
00:49:44You don't have to put yourself through all this.
00:49:47I'm not that picky.
00:49:48That was why you had managed to land yourself in the hospital.
00:49:52Now open up.
00:49:55What now?
00:49:56Eat it before it cools.
00:50:01Want something else tomorrow?
00:50:03The doctor said you could try other foods.
00:50:05You planning to cook it yourself?
00:50:08Of course not.
00:50:09I'll ask the butler to send something up.
00:50:12Just wishing I could eat something you make.
00:50:18Get well first, then you can chase down every bizarre cravings you want.
00:50:22I've cleared the dishes.
00:50:24I'll sleep in the caregiver's room next door.
00:50:25Wait.
00:50:26My stomach's acting up.
00:50:28Do you want me to call the doctor?
00:50:29No.
00:50:30It's an old problem.
00:50:31I can manage.
00:50:31It's just...
00:50:32It's hard being alone if it gets worse in the night.
00:50:35Fine.
00:50:36I'll sleep on the folding bed in here.
00:50:39Austin, you jerk.
00:50:42Sneaking off with my cookies again.
00:50:49Still dreaming about that, are you?
00:50:57What's going on?
00:51:00You look even paler than last night.
00:51:05It's nothing.
00:51:06I just need to go to the bathroom.
00:51:08Go on your own, then.
00:51:12Help me.
00:51:13I feel dizzy.
00:51:17The bathroom door.
00:51:18Help me.
00:51:19Inside.
00:51:20Austin, handle it yourself.
00:51:22If you can't, I'll get a male nurse.
00:51:23No.
00:51:24I don't like strangers.
00:51:25I hate being touched by anyone else.
00:51:27Then why do you keep leaning on me?
00:51:29Because you're different.
00:51:31He just stared at me, so I stormed out.
00:51:37I told you to call the nurse, but no, you had to be stubborn.
00:51:40Now look at you.
00:51:41You can barely stand.
00:51:43Don't worry.
00:51:44I'm fine.
00:51:46With you here, I feel much better.
00:51:49Mr. Moore, these need your signature.
00:51:51I've turned away the media, and also the person the Moore family sent to inquire.
00:51:55Good.
00:51:56Tell my father I'm fine.
00:51:57I pretended to read, but his family's indifference felt strangely cold.
00:52:02Why just someone to ask?
00:52:03Why not come themselves?
00:52:07What's on your mind?
00:52:08You've been staring into space.
00:52:12Nothing.
00:52:13I'll get you some water.
00:52:19That evening, just as I was clearing his dinner plates, he suddenly tensed, a sharp gasp
00:52:24of pain escaping his lips.
00:52:26Is it flaring up again?
00:52:28Yeah.
00:52:29It'll ease up soon.
00:52:31Don't call anyone.
00:52:32You have a fever.
00:52:33I'm calling the nurse.
00:52:34I tried to pull my hand free to press the call button, but he gripped my wrist, his skin
00:52:37burning against mine.
00:52:38Sometimes hassle is necessary.
00:52:40Let go.
00:52:41Brindley, just stay with me.
00:52:47Did you always have stomach problems?
00:52:50For years, I skipped too many meals for work.
00:52:53It caught up to me.
00:52:55Promise me you'll eat properly from now on.
00:52:57With you looking after me, I wouldn't dare skip another meal.
00:53:01Who said I'd be looking after me?
00:53:02It's chilly.
00:53:03The fever must be breaking.
00:53:05Here, I'll get you another blanket.
00:53:07You know, you toss and turn a lot when you sleep.
00:53:09What are you talking about?
00:53:09I caught you mommeling last night, and you kicked the blanket so hard you nearly
00:53:12sent the bed rail flying.
00:53:14You're making that up.
00:53:14I sleep soundly.
00:53:15I don't even dream.
00:53:15Oh, really?
00:53:16Care to see the video proof?
00:53:21He caught my wrist.
00:53:27Still planning to grab my phone?
00:53:31Let go of me!
00:53:45Good night, Brindley.
00:53:49Over the next few days, a stream of visitors arrived.
00:53:52But his guard, Miguel, turned every single one away.
00:53:57Mr. Moore is resting.
00:53:58He won't be receiving visitors.
00:53:59His father sent me.
00:54:00I must see him.
00:54:01He's just fallen asleep.
00:54:02I will deliver his father's regards.
00:54:09Your family situation seems rather complicated, doesn't it?
00:54:18Why do you say that?
00:54:21I saw the butler.
00:54:23The way he looked at your door.
00:54:25It was full of meaning.
00:54:28You are actually perceptive.
00:54:31So it's true?
00:54:32More than half of the Moore family is just waiting for me to fall.
00:54:37What I have is far too admirable.
00:54:39I won't get caught up in it, will I?
00:54:42I hesitated, but walked over to him.
00:54:45He took my hand.
00:54:47His warmth seeping into my skin.
00:54:49As long as I'm here, no one can touch you.
00:54:55Even without you, no one can touch me.
00:55:03Of course.
00:55:07The chef and staff have arrived.
00:55:09Dinner will be prepared according to Mr. Moore's dietary requirements.
00:55:13Now that you're discharged, what do you want for dinner?
00:55:16Whatever you cook will be fine.
00:55:19Don't even dream of it.
00:55:20The doctor said your stomach is badly damaged.
00:55:23The chef is back, and he'll be handling your food.
00:55:25I won't be stepping into the kitchen again.
00:55:28I can't risk hurting you.
00:55:30All right.
00:55:31I'll do as you say.
00:55:39Mrs. Moore, please don't worry.
00:55:42Every dish is soft and easy to digest.
00:55:45Watch your step.
00:55:48Why are you here?
00:55:49Shouldn't you be resting?
00:55:51I was waiting for you.
00:55:52The doctor said light walks will help.
00:55:54Join me in the garden.
00:55:56Austin, aren't you worried people will use your sickness to cause trouble at the company?
00:56:00Don't let it weigh on you.
00:56:02Miguel will handle it.
00:56:12Mr. Moore, Mrs. Moore.
00:56:14The Moore family has invited you to the estate for dinner.
00:56:17Tell them we will visit this weekend.
00:56:20You're really going?
00:56:21But you're still recovering.
00:56:23I'll be fine.
00:56:24It's time you met my father and the rest of the family.
00:56:26Can I skip it?
00:56:27The thought of them all staring at me.
00:56:29Absolutely not.
00:56:30You are my wife.
00:56:30You are tied to the Moore family.
00:56:32The sooner you adapt, the easier it will be.
00:56:34Fine.
00:56:34I'll go.
00:56:41Miguel.
00:56:42What has Brinlyn been up to lately?
00:56:44Sir, she's been running all over the city.
00:56:47Luxury malls, auctions, antique shops.
00:56:49She's hunting for gifts for your family.
00:56:51She went by herself?
00:56:53Yes.
00:56:54She said she wanted to choose everything personally.
00:56:58You're home.
00:56:59Looks like you went a little overboard.
00:57:00Pretty much.
00:57:01I'm completely wiped out.
00:57:02My legs are killing me.
00:57:04I'm sorry.
00:57:04I didn't realize.
00:57:05This one's for my dad, right?
00:57:06The painting?
00:57:06Miguel said he's into art.
00:57:07I can only hope he appreciates it.
00:57:09He'll love it.
00:57:10You handpicked it.
00:57:10He'd be a fool not to.
00:57:13You really don't need to go to so much trouble.
00:57:15It's fine if you don't prepare gifts for my family.
00:57:18How can you say that?
00:57:19It's my first zint.
00:57:20What if they think I tap proper manners and that I'm not good enough for you?
00:57:24That won't fapping.
00:57:25As long as I'm with you, no one will dare utter a word against you.
00:57:32Mrs. Moore, all the gifts have been taken into the car.
00:57:36No need to confirm them again.
00:57:38Let's go.
00:57:40You look stunning.
00:57:47Don't be afraid.
00:57:48I'm here.
00:57:56Austin, we've been waiting for you.
00:57:58And this must be Brinley?
00:57:59Please, come inside.
00:58:21Dad.
00:58:27Oh?
00:58:28So this is Austin's new wife.
00:58:30She certainly looks young.
00:58:33But I heard she was married before.
00:58:38What do you mean by that, Carolyn?
00:58:40Brinley is my wedded wife.
00:58:45Austin, I only meant it out of concern.
00:58:47There's no need for your concern.
00:58:53We handle our own affairs.
00:58:56Come now.
00:58:57We're all family.
00:58:58That's enough.
00:58:59Brinley?
00:59:00Since it's your first time here, try the coffee I just brewed.
00:59:20Please bring in the prepared gifts.
00:59:27Since it was my first time visiting, I brought gifts.
00:59:29For Wesley and your painting.
00:59:31For Briseis, a limited release scarf.
00:59:33Oh my gosh, Brinley, you are really generous.
00:59:35You've been very thoughtful.
00:59:36But these gifts cost a foreign buy.
00:59:38Our family has always preached restraint.
00:59:40Exactly.
00:59:41Demma could be so careless.
00:59:42And isn't it Austin's money you're burning?
00:59:44They saw me as an easy target.
00:59:46A way to make Austin look bad.
00:59:48I lifted my handbag.
00:59:50Slipped out a stack of printed pages.
00:59:54How about you take a look at these?
00:59:56I chose every gift myself.
00:59:58And I paid for them with my own money.
01:00:01Here are the itemized receipts and my bank statements.
01:00:04Go ahead and verify them.
01:00:08Hold on.
01:00:09This painting is from last month's auction?
01:00:12We're talking $32 million.
01:00:14No way!
01:00:15This was an arranged marriage.
01:00:16Why would you torch that much money?
01:00:21If you doubt me, feel free to look into it yourself.
01:00:26I've built up plenty over the years.
01:00:29Using my own savings to buy gifts for my husband's family?
01:00:33Tell me what's wrong with that.
01:00:34Carolyn, since you feel the gifts are over the top,
01:00:37I'll come empty-handed next time.
01:00:39Brinley, thank you for your gift.
01:00:44That's enough, Ryder.
01:00:46Why are you being so harsh with Austin's wife?
01:00:48Careful, you might spook her.
01:00:50I shouldn't have said that.
01:00:52Don't take it to heart, Brinley.
01:00:53Don't take it to heart.
01:00:54Take it to heart.
01:00:54Thanks, Ryder.
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01:00:55Thanks, Ryder.
01:00:55See you soon.
01:00:55Bye-bye.
01:00:55Bye-bye.
01:00:56Bye-bye.
01:00:56Bye-bye.
01:00:56Bye-bye.
01:00:57Bye.
01:00:57You, anyway.
01:00:59Bye-bye.
01:00:59Bye-bye.
01:01:00Where are you saying?
01:01:00Bye-bye.
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