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00:00:00Holy shit.
00:00:01Wait, isn't that Evelyn Sterling, the CEO of StarCorp?
00:00:05Is she gonna jump?
00:00:06Rumor has it they folded.
00:00:07So, are we gonna step in?
00:00:09Man, the way things are now, who'd risk it?
00:00:26Whoa, what the hell are you doing?
00:00:28Listen, lady, you're way too young for this.
00:00:30You've got your whole life ahead of you.
00:00:31Life is beautiful.
00:00:32Don't throw it away.
00:00:33Excuse me?
00:00:34Who the hell are you, man?
00:00:35I...
00:00:36I wasn't going to jump.
00:00:37I'm just having a bad day.
00:00:39I just want to be left alone for a minute.
00:00:41So you're just gonna stand up here and snulk?
00:00:43Is it really that bad?
00:00:45Yeah.
00:00:46It actually is.
00:00:47What if you fall?
00:00:49Then it's over.
00:00:50Who cares?
00:00:52Suit yourself.
00:00:59I was actually gonna take these home and drink alone.
00:01:02Want one?
00:01:04Seriously?
00:01:04You and me?
00:01:09Gotta admit, it's my first time drinking out here like this.
00:01:12Hey, it's a vibe.
00:01:13Yeah.
00:01:15Come on, it's perfect.
00:01:16No bullshit, just peace.
00:01:18This is actually pretty romantic.
00:01:21You know, old man, sometimes I genuinely envy you regular folks.
00:01:25Sure, you're broke, but you don't have a care in the world.
00:01:29I feel like you're insulting me, but I have no proof.
00:01:31Oh, no, no, I didn't mean it like that.
00:01:33I'm just genuinely jealous of you guys.
00:01:35Not a care in the world.
00:01:37Never mind, I take that back.
00:01:39I might be working security, but that doesn't mean I'm broke.
00:01:45Anyway, thanks for having my back today.
00:01:55You know what?
00:01:56You're right.
00:01:57I'm still young.
00:01:58Sure, Galaxy is barely hanging on, but we haven't gone under yet, right?
00:02:03I've got hundreds of people depending on me to put food on their tables.
00:02:06How can I just walk away?
00:02:08I have to keep fighting.
00:02:09Starlight Corporation, huh?
00:02:11I've got a pretty good read on their situation.
00:02:14You guys are leaning way too hard on real estate leverage right now,
00:02:17which leads to a massive capital squeeze.
00:02:20Still, it's not as hopeless as you might think.
00:02:22First things first, you need to root out the corruption within your own ranks.
00:02:26Make them cough up every last cent, then hit the banks.
00:02:30Freeze the interest for three months.
00:02:31Layoffs come last.
00:02:33Around 30%.
00:02:35Oh, so you're dealing with that kind of mess too.
00:02:39Just spread yourselves way too thin.
00:02:41Just pull the plug on those dead-end portfolios.
00:02:44That should keep you guys afloat.
00:02:46It's not the end of the world.
00:02:47Why let it get to you?
00:02:49Are you really just a security guard?
00:02:52Yeah.
00:02:53Huh?
00:02:54Gotta head back and walk the dog.
00:02:55If I don't walk him now, he's gonna crap on the rug.
00:02:58I'm out.
00:03:04Yeah?
00:03:06Hell no, I ain't going.
00:03:08Gotta walk the dog.
00:03:09Later.
00:03:11Hey, wait!
00:03:12You never told me your name!
00:03:16Arthur Vance!
00:03:20Execute the plan exactly as I laid it out.
00:03:23I expect to see tangible results in three days.
00:03:26And pull the plug on the Greenland project.
00:03:30Immediately.
00:03:31Mrs. Sterling, the Greenfield Initiative is already securing bank loans.
00:03:35If we pull the plug now...
00:03:36I said kill it.
00:03:40We're done here.
00:03:41Meeting adjourned.
00:03:51Dig deep into that guy from earlier.
00:03:53He's way too invested in the Greenfield project.
00:03:54Makes you wonder how much of a cut he's taking.
00:03:56On it, Mrs. Sterling.
00:03:59Arthur Vance.
00:04:10New York is way too damn big.
00:04:13Arthur Vance.
00:04:14You're just a security guard.
00:04:16Where the hell am I supposed to find you?
00:04:18Hey, Martha, get me a brisket sandwich.
00:04:20Load it up with extra meat, will ya?
00:04:22You got it, Arthur.
00:04:23Thanks.
00:04:25Well, look at you, old man.
00:04:27Excuse me?
00:04:28Loaded up with extra meat?
00:04:29Can you even afford that?
00:04:30Wasn't me.
00:04:32Not gonna lie, he's actually pretty handsome.
00:04:34Hey, handsome.
00:04:35How about I treat you to this?
00:04:37Nah, I got it.
00:04:37My treat.
00:04:45Oh, crap.
00:04:46A limited edition, my boss.
00:04:58Wait, isn't that the rising tech mogul, Leo Vance?
00:05:01Oh my god, it is.
00:05:02I saw his interview on TV.
00:05:04He is so freaking hot!
00:05:08Dad, still playing the rent-a-cop here?
00:05:11Dad?
00:05:12Got a better idea?
00:05:14Hey.
00:05:14What are you doing, Arthur?
00:05:16Not a fan of my cooking anymore?
00:05:17Hey, no, no way.
00:05:18Your food is absolutely amazing.
00:05:20It's just this kid trying to steal my plate.
00:05:22Some major player is hitting town soon.
00:05:25Julian Thorne is coming.
00:05:27They're throwing a massive gala for him.
00:05:29I really don't need people knowing my dad is a rent-a-cop around here.
00:05:32So, could you just lay low for a bit?
00:05:35Julian.
00:05:36Well, if it ain't Julian, what the hell is he doing here?
00:05:39Eldest brother!
00:05:41Hey, seriously, Dad.
00:05:42You don't even know the guy and you're calling him Kid?
00:05:45Drop the act, will ya?
00:05:46The guy is the CEO of the Global Financial Felperition.
00:05:49He's in LA for a massive investment round.
00:05:51He's hosting an exclusive summit for top-teable entrepreneurs.
00:05:54Please, Arthur, just let my boy secure this funding round.
00:05:57Your kid gets the funding, and how exactly is that my problem?
00:06:02I'll buy you a mansion in Malibu.
00:06:03I need you.
00:06:05Are you paying?
00:06:07Son.
00:06:08I'm your son!
00:06:09What do you mean let others back me?
00:06:11How is that any of your business?
00:06:13Dad, please, just stop making things worse.
00:06:16If people find out my dad's working security, they'll think I'm a total deadbeat son.
00:06:20All right, all right, how about this?
00:06:21I'll explain it to Julian.
00:06:23I'll tell him it was my own idea to take the security gate.
00:06:26Look, a security guard guards the peace.
00:06:28It's literally in the job title, kid.
00:06:30Oh, by the way, just yesterday, I actually saved a female CEO from jumping off the Brooklyn Bridge.
00:06:35You?
00:06:36Friends with Julian Thorne?
00:06:38You're literally a rent-a-cop.
00:06:40The only throne you'll ever sit on is the toilet on your break.
00:06:44Yeah, yeah, whatever.
00:06:45Run along now.
00:06:46Enjoy your sad little lunch.
00:06:51Martha, I'll take the daily special.
00:06:53Coming right up, sweetie.
00:06:57Mind if I share the table?
00:06:58Knock yourself out.
00:07:04It really is you.
00:07:05And here I thought finding you would be a needle in a hay pack.
00:07:09Well, isn't this a pleasant surprise?
00:07:11What, finally decided to see things?
00:07:16Is that Mrs. Sterling?
00:07:19Mr. Vance, the meeting starts in five.
00:07:22Must be seeing things.
00:07:24Drive.
00:07:26Yes, sir.
00:07:31What's on your mind?
00:07:32Guess you figured it out?
00:07:33No more bridge jumping?
00:07:34Thanks, by the way.
00:07:36So, are you really just a security guard?
00:07:39What else?
00:07:40Do I not look the part?
00:07:41You think I'm cosplaying?
00:07:42Well, well, Arthur.
00:07:44Where'd you find yourself such a stunning lady?
00:07:47Uh, hey.
00:07:47We, uh, just met yesterday.
00:07:49Hey, where's my food?
00:07:50I'm starving here.
00:07:52Coming right up.
00:07:56How about a drink tonight?
00:07:58Can't do.
00:07:59I'm tied up tonight.
00:08:00You're just a security guard.
00:08:01What could you possibly be busy with at night?
00:08:03Look, do I owe you an explanation?
00:08:04A gorgeous woman asks you out, and you say no?
00:08:07That's a first for me.
00:08:08How much do you even make a day?
00:08:10A hundred and fifty?
00:08:12Deal.
00:08:13Hold on, for what?
00:08:14Make it five hundred.
00:08:15To buy you for the night.
00:08:18Whoa, lady.
00:08:19I'm a professional, not an escort.
00:08:21Who are you calling ma'am?
00:08:22And for the record, nobody's after your body.
00:08:26I just want a sip of that.
00:08:37God, I needed that.
00:08:40There's so much I can't even say out loud at the office.
00:08:45You know, the company just keeps getting bigger and bigger, but the circle of friends just
00:08:49keeps getting smaller.
00:08:51I can't believe I'm telling all this to a guy.
00:08:53I literally just met yesterday.
00:08:56You've got quite a few secrets, huh?
00:08:58So, mystery man, I've spilled enough today.
00:09:02Got any secrets of your own?
00:09:04Nope.
00:09:05You know, no one can deceive me.
00:09:11What about you?
00:09:13Do you lie?
00:09:14No.
00:09:15To cover up one lie requires more lies.
00:09:17That's a steep price to pay.
00:09:19Me?
00:09:20I prefer keeping it real.
00:09:22How about you be my boyfriend?
00:09:24I'm old enough to be your father.
00:09:27Boyfriend?
00:09:28Seriously?
00:09:29Besides, I have a son.
00:09:31Wait, you're married?
00:09:32Nope.
00:09:33Aren't we progressive?
00:09:35Knocking up your girlfriend out of wedlock?
00:09:37Don't be ridiculous.
00:09:39I don't have a girlfriend.
00:09:41Then where'd your son come from?
00:09:43I adopted him.
00:09:44Wait, why am I even explaining this to you?
00:09:46It's none of your damn business.
00:09:48He's my own flesh and blood.
00:09:50Didn't peg you for the caring type.
00:09:52And I definitely didn't expect that the first time I ever put myself out there,
00:09:55I'd get completely shot down.
00:09:57Mean old man.
00:09:59Hey, gorgeous.
00:10:01We met literally yesterday.
00:10:02Right.
00:10:03Time's up.
00:10:04I'm out.
00:10:04Pass my bedtime.
00:10:05Turn around.
00:10:10Play my boyfriend.
00:10:11I've been telling everyone I'm taken.
00:10:13There's a massive tomorrow night, and I have to make an appearance.
00:10:18Hosted by Julian Thorne, CEO of the Financial Syndicate, he specifically sent me two invites.
00:10:23I really need a plus one for this.
00:10:25So, tough guy, how about you come with me?
00:10:29Julian Thorne?
00:10:30How does that kid always manage to drag me into his mess?
00:10:34Wait, you know Julian?
00:10:36Yeah, we've met.
00:10:39Please, old man.
00:10:40That's the CEO of the Financial Syndicate.
00:10:43Even I haven't met him.
00:10:44He's the biggest shot in the country.
00:10:45You just happen to share the same name.
00:10:48I...
00:10:48Whatever, old man.
00:10:49I need you tomorrow.
00:10:51Play my boyfriend for a day.
00:10:52Pretty please?
00:10:53And if I refuse?
00:10:57Well, mister, if you refuse to be my fake boyfriend, I might just have to go jump off that bridge
00:11:01again!
00:11:02Unbelievable.
00:11:03Do you have absolutely no shame?
00:11:05Look at me.
00:11:06Just a hopeless little woman who somehow managed to drag Galaxy Group to the top of the real estate food
00:11:11chain.
00:11:12You really think I care about playing nice?
00:11:13You're literally the only option I have left, old man.
00:11:17Alright, alright.
00:11:18The mortal problem.
00:11:20I'm glad we see eye to eye, detective.
00:11:25Arthur.
00:11:25Yeah?
00:11:26If we're gonna fake this, we go all in.
00:11:29All in?
00:11:30Whoa.
00:11:30I have boundaries, okay?
00:11:33Where are you headed?
00:11:35Focus.
00:11:36Tomorrow's gala means everything to me.
00:11:38So whatever you do, do not embarrass me.
00:11:42Then why did you even drag me into this?
00:11:44Stellar's future is riding on this.
00:11:47The company is crawling with rats right now.
00:11:51I couldn't risk bringing anyone else to meet Julian Thorn.
00:11:54So, you're just gonna have to suck it up.
00:11:57Right.
00:11:58First, let's go over some basic gala etiquette.
00:12:02Whoa, save your breath.
00:12:04I know how to work a room.
00:12:06You're a security guard.
00:12:07How would you know any of this?
00:12:09This one's for the steak.
00:12:10Always hold the glass by the stem.
00:12:12They don't exactly hand out paper napkins here.
00:12:14So, always keep a pocket square handy.
00:12:16Not exactly rocket science, is it?
00:12:18Fair enough.
00:12:19Alright, let me show you how to actually taste wine.
00:12:28Well, well.
00:12:30Looks like your collection is mostly Bordeaux blends.
00:12:33Oh, and by the way, this whole setup, that prize Chateau Lafette on the top shelf,
00:12:38hate to break it to you.
00:12:39It's a fake.
00:12:41Excuse me?
00:12:42Give me a break.
00:12:43The color of a true vintage is red with just a hint of gray.
00:12:47Yours is just flat red.
00:12:49That's a novice pour.
00:12:50Trust me, I'm the concasseur.
00:12:52Are you seriously mansplaining wine to me?
00:12:56What is it?
00:12:57Are you really just security?
00:12:59What does it look like?
00:13:00You think I wear this uniform for fun?
00:13:03Whoa!
00:13:04You were actually serious?
00:13:06What?
00:13:07I'm coming for you, old man.
00:13:10I...
00:13:22Look, my bed is calling.
00:13:23See ya.
00:13:26Hey!
00:13:27Hey!
00:13:34It's seven!
00:13:35Where the hell is Arthur?
00:13:38And all he texts back is on my way.
00:13:43Look who finally decided to show up.
00:13:45I told you, tonight is Mr. Thorne's gala.
00:13:47And you wore a security uniform?
00:13:49I told you, my shift didn't end until 6.30.
00:13:52And the gala starts at 7.
00:13:54I rush straight over here.
00:13:55I didn't even have time to change.
00:13:57Right.
00:13:59I knew I couldn't count on you.
00:14:01Good thing I'm always one step ahead.
00:14:03I brought you a backup.
00:14:04Just bought it today.
00:14:07And the keys.
00:14:09Hurry up, go.
00:14:14What, you trying to sneak a peek?
00:14:16Come on, enjoy the view.
00:14:17Not that I've got a six-pack anyway.
00:14:19You have zero shame, you know that?
00:14:28You're seriously a security guard?
00:14:30Can't you tell?
00:14:31I just got off my ship.
00:14:33My bad.
00:14:34I guess I just pictured some old guy in a booth.
00:14:37Do I look old?
00:14:39Let's go.
00:14:58Are security guards all this impressive nowadays?
00:15:02My first time at a gala like this, I was an absolute nervous wreck.
00:15:18Wait, isn't that Evelyn Sterling's new guy from Starlight Group?
00:15:21Damn.
00:15:22He is drop-dead gorgeous.
00:15:24Sure, he's pretty.
00:15:25But what's the point?
00:15:26What's his background?
00:15:26I've literally never heard of him.
00:15:28Never seen him in my life.
00:15:37Ignore him.
00:15:38That silhouette looks awfully familiar.
00:15:40Let's go say hello.
00:15:44Evelyn, it's been a while.
00:15:46And who might this is?
00:15:48Your boyfriend, I presume?
00:15:51Yeah, he's quite the catch, isn't he?
00:15:53Pleasure.
00:15:53I'm Victor Black.
00:15:55I work in finance.
00:15:57Right.
00:15:57Oh, and my boyfriend here is in...
00:16:00Arthur Vance.
00:16:01I used to be in finance myself.
00:16:04Pleasure to meet you.
00:16:05Arthur Vance.
00:16:06Excuse me?
00:16:07Oh, my apologies.
00:16:08I thought you were someone else.
00:16:10You do look familiar, though.
00:16:11But I don't believe we've met.
00:16:13Didn't expect to run into a heavyweight in finance.
00:16:15Paul, it's a pleasure.
00:16:16Arthur, the pleasure is mine.
00:16:18You flatter me.
00:16:19Wall Street is a shark tank.
00:16:22Drop the act.
00:16:23He'll be recognized in a heartbeat.
00:16:27These financial waters are treacherous indeed.
00:16:30Which is exactly why I washed my hands of it years ago.
00:16:34But my bet?
00:16:35Gold is about to sky-ross.
00:16:37Oh, please.
00:16:38Don't take it seriously.
00:16:40That's absolute nonsense.
00:16:42These financial waters are treacherous indeed.
00:16:45Which is exactly why I washed my hands of it years ago.
00:16:48But my bet?
00:16:49Gold is about to sky-ross.
00:16:51Wait, I thought that was strictly inner circle intel from the old man.
00:16:54Who the hell is this guy?
00:16:59Mr. Gordon?
00:17:01Ah, Mr. Vance, isn't it?
00:17:02And absolute pleasure.
00:17:04Hope I'm not interrupting.
00:17:07Not an interruption at all.
00:17:09We're just catching up.
00:17:10My apologies, man.
00:17:11It's been a madhouse tonight.
00:17:13Hadn't gotten the chance to properly introduce myself.
00:17:15Richard Caldwell.
00:17:16I'm in real estate, too, by the way.
00:17:18Same game as your lovely wife here.
00:17:21You know each other?
00:17:22Uh, yes.
00:17:23We've met.
00:17:24Ascension Group.
00:17:25It's Richard's company.
00:17:27Oh, Ascension Group.
00:17:28No wonder you've been so busy.
00:17:31Didn't you guys just close that deal for the Trinity Hudson project?
00:17:35Mr. Caldwell, that Hudson Yards project, you actually bagged it.
00:17:40Isn't that still in the bidding phase?
00:17:41Still in the bidding phase, yeah.
00:17:43You're too kind, Richard.
00:17:45Nonsense.
00:17:45Compared to you, Apex Ownership is still punching above its weight.
00:17:48That new Hudson development?
00:17:50I wouldn't even dream of touching.
00:17:51Is that so?
00:17:52Didn't you guys already make your pitch to Chairman Brooks from the real estate board?
00:17:55I was under the impression it was a done deal.
00:17:57Whoa, whoa, no way.
00:17:59Why would Chairman Brooks ever stick his neck out for me?
00:18:01Why would he ever do that?
00:18:02Oh, Richard, please.
00:18:04I am so sorry.
00:18:05Arthur is just talking nonsense.
00:18:07Please don't take him seriously.
00:18:09Offended?
00:18:10Come on, not at all.
00:18:12Arthur and I just hit it off right away.
00:18:14Actually, I was hoping to run something by your lovely wife.
00:18:17Just need to steal him for a few minutes.
00:18:19Just a few minutes of his time, so Arthur and I can have a proper chat.
00:18:27Arthur, a toast to you.
00:18:30We really need to have a proper chat.
00:18:33Torres, Vintage 87.
00:18:37Ah, Arthur!
00:18:38A man of refined taste, I see.
00:18:40Perfect timing.
00:18:41I actually had my guy bring over a bottle, a private reserve straight from Chateau Lafotte,
00:18:46their absolute finest Malbec.
00:18:47Come on, let's get a pour.
00:18:51Arthur, you really hung me out to dry on this one.
00:18:53That riverfront development project.
00:18:55I'll admit, I pulled some strings with Chairman Davis to land it.
00:18:57But I haven't even gone public with it yet.
00:18:59Ah, looking to make a quick killing on Wall Street, were we?
00:19:01Can't slip anything past you, Arthur.
00:19:04Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce the one and only Mr. Arthur Vance.
00:19:09Cheers, Mr. Vance.
00:19:19He's not even in your league, man.
00:19:21Whoa, hey, that came out wrong.
00:19:23That is not what I meant.
00:19:25What I'm trying to say is, you're way younger than him.
00:19:28You know this Arthur Vance guy?
00:19:30I swear.
00:19:32He reminds me of a security guard back at our firm.
00:19:35Spitting image.
00:19:37Even got the exact same name.
00:19:39Excuse me?
00:19:40A security guard?
00:19:42That's security guard at our firm.
00:19:43His name is Arthur Vance, too?
00:19:45The resemblance is uncanny.
00:19:47Hey, Paul.
00:19:48Oh, hey.
00:19:49You've got to be kidding me.
00:19:50Why would I mess with you?
00:19:52Look, I'll prove it to you.
00:19:53My family runs a private security firm.
00:19:55We have access to the database of every security contractor in the city.
00:19:58Watch.
00:19:59I'll pull up his file right now.
00:20:00Look at this.
00:20:02Identical, right?
00:20:03Look at the hair.
00:20:04Man, look at this.
00:20:05Even the crow's feasts are the same.
00:20:08What are the odds, huh?
00:20:10All right.
00:20:10Over here.
00:20:12Let's move.
00:20:16Something wrong, Mr. Black?
00:20:20Check this out.
00:20:21These signatures are identical.
00:20:24It has to be the exact same guy.
00:20:26But he predicted the gold surge.
00:20:28Are you kidding me?
00:20:29Gold either goes up or down.
00:20:32A 50-50 shot isn't exactly rocket science.
00:20:34He also mentioned the Fed raising interest rates.
00:20:37Let me ask you.
00:20:38When was the last time you saw them actually cut rates?
00:20:41Yeah.
00:20:43Yeah, makes sense.
00:20:44But look at this.
00:20:45What's the deal here?
00:20:47Mr. Caldwell.
00:20:48Yeah?
00:20:49Just call me Richard.
00:20:50Or Rich is fine.
00:20:52Drop the Mr. Caldwell.
00:20:53It's way too formal.
00:20:56Actually, Rich just sounds a little weird to me.
00:20:58I think I'll just stick with Caldwell.
00:21:00Now that's more like it.
00:21:01Ladies and gentlemen, I propose a toast.
00:21:03When Mr. Thorne arrives later, how about Mr. Vance leads the way to offer him a proper toast?
00:21:09What do you say?
00:21:10Right.
00:21:10It wasn't me.
00:21:11All right?
00:21:12You're a toastful.
00:21:13He's coming over for a toast.
00:21:15I think I'll pass.
00:21:17Mrs. Vance!
00:21:18An absolute honor!
00:21:20Wait, me?
00:21:21Is there another Mrs. Sterling in the room?
00:21:24Oh, right.
00:21:26Mrs. Sterling, about that partnership you mentioned last time, I've given it some serious thought, and we are in.
00:21:33Let's get the paperwork signed ASAP.
00:21:36Oh, wait.
00:21:37No.
00:21:38If you sign the contract with me right now, you're going to take a hit.
00:21:42Tell you what, let me go back and revise the terms.
00:21:45Oh, please.
00:21:46Don't even mention it.
00:21:48What loss are we even talking about?
00:21:51The little hit I took on your end?
00:21:53Mr. Vance here just gave me a master class.
00:21:57Consider us more than even.
00:21:59Evelyn, what exactly does Arthur do for a living these days?
00:22:01I've been trying to get it out of him all evening.
00:22:03He mentioned manufacturing, dabbled in Wall Street, even played around in Silicon Valley.
00:22:08But as for what he actually does right now?
00:22:10Total mystery.
00:22:11Come on, fill us in.
00:22:12You're killing us with the suspense here.
00:22:14Come on, Evelyn.
00:22:15Spill the details.
00:22:16Well, right now, he's...
00:22:19He's actually...
00:22:20I know exactly what he's up to.
00:22:24Wait, Mr. Black, you know him?
00:22:27Funny enough, I just found out myself.
00:22:30Victor, what are you...
00:22:31Evelyn, he played you for a fool.
00:22:33He conned every single one of us!
00:22:36Arthur, he's nothing but a damn security card.
00:22:40Victor, you've crossed the line!
00:22:46Take a look at this, Richard.
00:22:49What the...
00:22:58What the...
00:22:58Take a look, gentlemen.
00:23:01See for yourselves.
00:23:04Evelyn, your turn.
00:23:06You need to see this, too.
00:23:07Arthur, what the hell is going on here?
00:23:13Here, let me see that.
00:23:16Does this look like me?
00:23:17Well, isn't it?
00:23:18What's your take on this?
00:23:21Evelyn, what did I just tell you?
00:23:22You tell one lie, and you'll need a thousand more to cover it up.
00:23:27Make sense now?
00:23:30Wait, so you really are just a security guard?
00:23:34Yeah.
00:23:35I...
00:23:35I work in security at the moment.
00:23:37Wait, security?
00:23:39Are you screwing with me?
00:23:40Whoa, no, I'm not.
00:23:42Arthur, please stop.
00:23:43Miss Sterling, I assume you haven't been looped in on this.
00:23:46You really have no idea, do you?
00:23:48Evelyn, he's playing you.
00:23:51Right?
00:23:53I...
00:23:54The truth is finally out.
00:23:55He's nothing but a glorified security guard, playing dress up as some billionaire.
00:23:59He played Evelyn for a fool, and made absolute idiots out of all of us!
00:24:03Relax, it's just a misunderstanding.
00:24:05That's right, I'm just a security guard.
00:24:08But she has absolutely nothing to do with this.
00:24:11Is this really necessary?
00:24:12I thought we were having such a pleasant conversation.
00:24:15Am I wrong?
00:24:16Richie?
00:24:16Richie?
00:24:17Save it, you're not worth my time.
00:24:19No wonder he played you, Evelyn.
00:24:21No wonder you fell for it.
00:24:23I'll admit the guy's smooth.
00:24:25Smooth enough to play all of you for fools.
00:24:27Which only proves we were absolute idiots.
00:24:30But we can be fools.
00:24:32But we won't be humiliated.
00:24:37Mr. Thorne will be here any minute.
00:24:40Time is running out.
00:24:41You really don't want to.
00:24:42Is Mr. Thorne aware of this?
00:24:44Have your security bouncing.
00:24:45And make sure it hurts.
00:24:47Do that, and I might just consider letting this slide for your father's sake.
00:24:51Otherwise, things are going to get very ugly for everyone.
00:24:55Mr. Thorne wouldn't be too happy about it either.
00:24:58Very displeased.
00:25:00No, no, no.
00:25:01I get why you're upset.
00:25:03But what gives that Thorne kid the right to be pissed off?
00:25:08That nobody?
00:25:10You hear that?
00:25:11Go on.
00:25:12Shut his filthy mouth for him.
00:25:26Holy shit.
00:25:28Wait, isn't that Evelyn Sterling?
00:25:30The CEO of Starcorp?
00:25:32Is she gonna jump?
00:25:32Rumor has it they folded.
00:25:34So, are we gonna step in?
00:25:36Man, the way things are now, who'd risk it?
00:25:53whoa what the hell are you doing listen lady you're way too young for this you've got your
00:25:57whole life ahead of you life is beautiful don't throw it away excuse me who the hell are you man
00:26:02i i wasn't going to jump i'm just having a bad day i just want to be left alone for
00:26:07a minute
00:26:07so you're just going to stand up here and snulk is it really that bad yeah it actually is what
00:26:14if
00:26:15you fall then it's over who cares suit yourself i was actually going to take these home and drink
00:26:27alone want one seriously you and me
00:26:35gotta admit it's my first time drinking out here like this it's a vibe yeah come on it's perfect
00:26:42no bullshit just peace this is actually pretty romantic you know old man sometimes i genuinely
00:26:50envy you regular folks sure you're broke but you don't have a care in the world i feel like you're
00:26:56insulting me but i have no proof oh no no i didn't mean it like that i'm just genuinely jealous
00:27:01of you guys not a care in the world never mind i take that back i might be working security
00:27:07but
00:27:07that doesn't mean i'm broke
00:27:12anyway thanks for having my back today
00:27:22you know what you're right i'm still young sure galaxy is barely hanging on but we haven't gone
00:27:28under yet right i've got hundreds of people depending on me to put food on their tables
00:27:33how can i just walk away i have to keep fighting starlight corporation huh i've got a pretty good read
00:27:39on their situation you guys are leaning way too hard on real estate leverage right now which leads
00:27:44to a massive capital squeeze still it's not as hopeless as you might think first things first
00:27:50you need to root out the corruption within your own ranks make them cough up every last cent then hit
00:27:56the banks freeze the interest for three months layoffs come last around 30 percent oh so you're
00:28:03dealing with that kind of mess too just spread yourselves way too thin just pull the plug on
00:28:09those dead-end portfolios that should keep you guys afloat it's not the end of the world why let it
00:28:15get
00:28:15to you are you really just a security guard yeah huh gotta head back and walk the dog if i
00:28:22don't walk
00:28:23him now he's gonna crap on the rug i'm out yeah hell no i ain't going gotta walk the dog
00:28:35later hey wait
00:28:39you never told me your name arthur vance
00:28:47execute the plan exactly as i laid it out i expect to see tangible results in three days
00:28:53and pull the plug on the greenland project immediately mrs sterling the greenfield
00:29:00initiative is already securing bank loans if we pull the plug now i said kill it
00:29:06we're done here meeting adjourned
00:29:17dig deep into that guy from earlier he's way too invested in the greenfield project makes you
00:29:21wonder how much of a cut he's taking on it mrs sterling arthur vance
00:29:37new york is way too damn big arthur vance you're just a security guard where the hell am
00:29:44i supposed to find you hey martha get me a brisket sandwich load it up with extra meat will
00:29:48yeah you got it arthur thanks well look at you old man excuse me loaded up with extra meat can
00:29:56you even afford that wasn't me not gonna lie he's actually pretty handsome hey handsome
00:30:02how about i treat you to this no i got it my treat
00:30:11oh crap a limited edition my box
00:30:25wait isn't that the rising tech mogul leo vance oh my god it is i saw his interview on tv
00:30:30he is so
00:30:31freaking hot
00:30:35dad still playing the rent-a-cop here dad got a better idea hey what are you doing arthur
00:30:42not a fan of my cooking anymore hey no no way your food is absolutely amazing it's just this kid
00:30:47trying to steal my plate some major player is hitting town soon julian thorn is coming they're
00:30:54throwing a massive gala for him i really don't need people knowing my dad is a rent-a-cop around
00:30:59here so could you just lay low for a bit julian well if it ain't julian what the hell is
00:31:05he doing
00:31:05here eldest brother hey seriously dad you don't even know the guy and you're calling him kid
00:31:11drop the act will you the guy is the ceo of the global financial felperation he's in la for a
00:31:17massive investment round he's hosting an exclusive summit for top t-ball entrepreneurs please arthur
00:31:22just let my boy secure this funding round your kid gets the funding and how exactly is that my
00:31:28problem i'll buy you a mansion in malibu i need you are you paying
00:31:34son i'm your son what do you mean let others back me how is that any of your business
00:31:40dad please just stop making things worse if people find out my dad's working security they'll think i'm
00:31:45a total deadbeat son all right all right how about this i'll explain it to julian i'll tell him it
00:31:51was
00:31:51my own idea to take the security gate look a security guard guards the peace it's literally in the job
00:31:56title kid oh by the way just yesterday i actually saved a female ceo from jumping off the brooklyn bridge
00:32:02you friends with julian thorne you're literally a rent-a-cop the only throne you'll ever sit
00:32:08on is the toilet on your break yeah yeah whatever run along now enjoy your sad little lunch
00:32:18martha i'll take the daily special coming right up sweetie
00:32:23mind if i share the table knock yourself out
00:32:31it really is you and here i thought finding you would be a needle in a hay pack well isn't
00:32:36this a
00:32:36pleasant surprise what finally decided to see things
00:32:43is that mrs sterling mr vance the meeting starts in five must be seeing things drive
00:32:53yes sir what's on your mind guess you figured it out no more bridge jumping thanks by the way
00:33:03so are you really just a security guard what else do i not look the part you think i'm cosplaying
00:33:09well well arthur where'd you find yourself such a stunning lady uh hey we uh just met yesterday
00:33:15hey where's my food i'm starving here coming right up
00:33:23how about a drink tonight can't do i'm tied up tonight you're just a security guard what could
00:33:28you possibly be busy with at night look do i owe you an explanation a gorgeous woman asks you out
00:33:33and
00:33:33you say no that's a first for me how much do you even make a day 150 deal hold on
00:33:40for what make it 500
00:33:41to buy you for the night whoa lady i'm a professional not an escort who are you calling ma'am
00:33:49and for the
00:33:49record nobody's after your body i just want a sip of that
00:34:04oh god i needed that there's so much i can't even say out loud at the office
00:34:11you know the company just keeps getting bigger and bigger but the circle of friends just keeps
00:34:16getting smaller i can't believe i'm telling all this to a guy i literally just met yesterday
00:34:23you've got quite a few secrets huh so mystery man i've spilled enough today got any secrets of your own
00:34:37what about you do you lie no to cover up one lie requires more lies that's a steep price to
00:34:45pay me
00:34:46i prefer keeping it real how about you be my boyfriend i'm old enough to be your father
00:34:54boyfriend seriously besides i have a son wait you're married nope
00:35:00aren't we progressive knocking up your girlfriend out of wedlock don't be ridiculous i don't have a
00:35:06girlfriend then where'd your son come from i i adopted him wait why am i even explaining this
00:35:12to you it's none of your damn business he's my own flesh and blood didn't peg you for the caring
00:35:17type
00:35:18and i definitely didn't expect that the first time i ever put myself out there i'd get completely shot
00:35:23down mean old man hey gorgeous we met literally yesterday right time's up i'm out past my bedtime
00:35:31turn around
00:35:36play my boyfriend i've been telling everyone i'm taken there's a massive tomorrow night and i have to
00:35:43make an appearance hosted by julian thorn ceo of the financial syndicate he specifically sent me two
00:35:49invites i really need a plus one for this so tough guy how about you come with me julian thorn
00:35:57how does
00:35:57that kid always manage to drag me into his mess wait you know julian yeah we've met please old man
00:36:07that's the ceo of the financial syndicate even i haven't met him he's the biggest shot in the country
00:36:12you just happened to share the same name i whatever old man i need you tomorrow play my
00:36:18boyfriend for a day pretty please and if i refuse well mister if you refuse to be my fake boyfriend
00:36:26i might just have to go go jump off that bridge again unbelievable do you have absolutely no shame
00:36:31look at me just a hopeless little woman who somehow managed to drag galaxy group to the top of the
00:36:37real
00:36:37state food chain you really think i care about playing nice you're literally the only option i
00:36:42have left old man all right all right i'm glad we see eye to eye detective
00:36:51arthur yeah if we're gonna fake this we go all in all in whoa i have boundaries okay
00:36:59where are you headed focus tomorrow's gala means everything to me so whatever you do
00:37:06do not embarrass me then why did you even drag me into this stellar's future is riding on this
00:37:14the company is crawling with rats right now i couldn't risk bringing anyone else to meet julian thorn
00:37:20so you're just gonna have to suck it up right first let's go over some basic gala etiquette
00:37:29whoa save your breath i know how to work a room you're a security guard how would you know any
00:37:35of this
00:37:35this one's for the steak always hold the glass by the stem they don't exactly hand out paper napkins
00:37:40here so always keep a pocket square handy not exactly rocket science is it fair enough all right let me
00:37:47show you how to actually taste wine
00:37:54well well looks like your collection is mostly bordeaux blends oh and by the way this whole setup
00:38:02that prize chateau lafette on the top shelf hate to break it to you it's a fake excuse me give
00:38:09me a
00:38:09break the color of a true vintage is red with just a hint of gray yours is just flat red
00:38:16that's a novice
00:38:17for trust me i'm the concasseur are you seriously mansplaining wine to me what is it are you really
00:38:24just security what does it look like you think i wear this uniform for fun whoa you were actually
00:38:31serious what i'm coming for you old man look my bed is calling see ya hey hey
00:39:01it's seven where the hell is arthur and all he texts back is on my way
00:39:09look who finally decided to show up i told you tonight is mr thorns gala and you wore a security
00:39:15uniform i told you my shift didn't end until 6 30 and the gala starts at seven i rushed straight
00:39:21over
00:39:21here i didn't even have time to change right i knew i couldn't count on you good thing i'm always
00:39:28one step ahead i brought you a backup just bought it today and the keys hurry up go
00:39:41what you trying to sneak a peek come on enjoy the view
00:39:44not that i've got a six pack anyway you have zero shame you know that
00:39:55you're seriously a security guard can't you tell i just got off my ship my bad i guess i just
00:40:01pictured
00:40:02some old guy in a booth do i look old let's go
00:40:25some old guy in a booth are security guards all this impressive nowadays my first time at a gala
00:40:30like this i was an absolute wondrous wreck
00:40:44wait isn't that evelyn sterling's new guy from starlight group damn he is drop dead gorgeous
00:40:50sure he's pretty but what's the point what's his background i've literally never heard of him
00:40:54never seen him in my life
00:41:03ignore him that silhouette looks awfully familiar let's go say hello
00:41:11evelyn it's been a while and who might this is your boyfriend i presume
00:41:17yeah he's quite the catch isn't he pleasure i'm victor black i work in finance right
00:41:24oh and my boyfriend here is in arthur vance i used to be in finance myself
00:41:30ah pleasure to meet you arthur vance excuse me oh my apologies i thought you were someone else
00:41:36you do look familiar though but i don't believe we've met didn't expect to run into a heavyweight
00:41:41in finance paul it's a pleasure arthur the pleasure is mine you flatter me
00:41:46wall street is a shark tank drop the act he'll be recognized in a heartbeat
00:41:54these financial waters are treacherous indeed which is exactly why i washed my hands of it years
00:42:00ago but my bet gold is about to sky ross oh please don't take it seriously that's absolute
00:42:07nonsense these financial waters are treacherous indeed which is exactly why i washed my hands
00:42:14of it years ago but my bet gold is about to sky ross wait i thought that was strictly inner
00:42:19circle intel from the old man who the hell is this guy
00:42:26mr gordon ah mr vance isn't it and absolute pleasure hope i'm not interrupting
00:42:34not an interruption at all we're just catching up my apologies man it's been a mad house tonight
00:42:39hadn't gotten the chance to properly introduce myself richard caldwell i'm in real estate too by the way
00:42:45same game as your lovely wife here you know each other uh yes we we've met ascension group it's
00:42:52richard's company oh ascension group no wonder you've been so busy didn't you guys just close
00:42:58that deal for the trinity hudson project mr caldwell that hudson yards project you actually bagged it
00:43:06isn't that still in the bidding phase still in the bidding phase yeah you're too kind richard
00:43:12nonsense compared to you apex ownership is still punching above its weight that new hudson development
00:43:16i wouldn't even dream of touching is that so didn't you guys already make your pitch to chairman
00:43:20brooks from the real estate board i was under the impression it was a done deal whoa whoa no way
00:43:25why would chairman brooks ever stick his neck out for me why would he ever do that oh richard please
00:43:30i am so sorry arthur is just talking nonsense please don't take him seriously offended come
00:43:37on not at all arthur and i just hit it off right away actually i was hoping to run something
00:43:42by your
00:43:42lovely wife just need to steal him for a few minutes just a few minutes of his time so arthur
00:43:48and i can have a proper chat arthur a toast to you we really need to have a proper chat
00:44:01torres vintage 87 ah arthur a man of refined taste i see perfect timing i actually had my
00:44:09guy bring over a bottle a private reserve straight from chateau lafotte their absolute
00:44:13finest malbec come on let's get a pour
00:44:17arthur you really hung me out to dry on this one that riverfront development project i'll admit i pulled
00:44:22some strings with chairman davis to land it but i haven't even gone public with it yet looking to make
00:44:26a quick killing on wall street were we can't slip anything past you arthur
00:44:30ladies and gentlemen allow me to introduce the one and only mr arthur vance
00:44:45he's not even in your league man whoa hey that came out wrong that is not what i meant what
00:44:52i'm
00:44:52going to say is you're way younger than him you know this arthur vance guy i swear he reminds me
00:45:00of
00:45:00a security guard back at our firm spitting image even got the exact same name excuse me a security guard
00:45:08that security guard at our firm his name is arthur vance too the resemblance is uncanny hey paul oh
00:45:15hey you've got to be kidding me why would i mess with you look i'll prove it to you my
00:45:20family runs a
00:45:21private security firm we have access to the database of every security contractor in the city watch i'll
00:45:26pull up his file right now look at this identical right look at the hair man look at this even
00:45:32the
00:45:32crow's feasts are the same what are the odds huh all right over here let's move
00:45:42something wrong mr black
00:45:46check this out these signatures are identical it has to be the exact same guy but he predicted the
00:45:54gold surge are you kidding me gold either goes up or down a 50 50 shot isn't exactly rocket science
00:46:01he also mentioned the fed raising interest rates let me ask you when was the last time you saw them
00:46:07actually cut rates yeah yeah makes sense but look at this what's the deal here mr caldwell yeah just
00:46:16call me richard or rich is fine drop the mr caldwell it's way too formal actually rich just sounds a
00:46:24little weird to me i think i'll just stick with caldwell now that's more like it ladies and gentlemen
00:46:29i propose a toast when mr thorne arrives later how about mr vance leads the way to offer him a
00:46:34proper
00:46:35toast what do you say right it wasn't me all right you're a tells fool he's coming over for a
00:46:40toast
00:46:42i think i'll pass mrs vance an absolute honor wait me is there another mrs sterling in the room
00:46:51oh right mrs sterling about that partnership you mentioned last time i've given it some serious
00:46:58thought and we are in let's get the paperwork signed ace a app oh wait no if you sign the
00:47:05contract
00:47:06with me right now you're gonna take a hit tell you what let me go back and revise the terms
00:47:11oh please
00:47:12don't even mention it what loss are we even talking about the little hit i took on your end mr
00:47:21vance here
00:47:21just gave me a master class consider us more than even evelyn what exactly does arthur do for a living
00:47:28these days i've been trying to get it out of him all evening he mentioned manufacturing dabbled in wall
00:47:32street even played around in silicon valley but as for what he actually does right now total mystery
00:47:38come on fill us in you're killing us with the suspense here come on evelyn spill the details well right
00:47:44now he's he's actually i know exactly what he's up to wait mr black you know him funny enough i
00:47:54just
00:47:54found out myself victor what are you evelyn he played you for a fool he conned every single one of
00:48:02us
00:48:03arthur he's nothing but a damn security card victor you've crossed the line
00:48:12take a look at this richard what the
00:48:24what the take a look gentlemen see for yourselves
00:48:31evelyn your turn you need to see this too arthur what the hell is going on here
00:48:39here let me see that
00:48:43does this look like me well isn't it what's your take on this
00:48:47evelyn what did i just tell you you tell one lie and you'll need a thousand more to cover it
00:48:52up
00:48:54make sense now wait so you really are just a security guard yeah i i work in security at the
00:49:03moment
00:49:03wait security are you screwing with me whoa no i'm not arthur please stop miss sterling i assume
00:49:11you haven't been looped in on this you really have no idea do you evelyn he's playing you
00:49:19right i the truth is finally out he's nothing but a glorified security guard playing dress up as some
00:49:25billionaire he played evelyn for a fool and made absolute idiots out of all of us relax it's just
00:49:31a misunderstanding that's right i'm just a security guard but she has absolutely nothing to do with
00:49:37this is this really necessary i thought we were having such a pleasant conversation am i wrong richie
00:49:43richie save it you're not worth my time no wonder he played you evelyn no wonder you fell for it
00:49:49i'll admit
00:49:50the guy's smooth smooth enough to play all of you for fools which only proves we were absolute idiots
00:49:57but we can be fools but we won't be humiliated
00:50:03mr thorne will be here any minute time is running out you really don't want to is mr thorne aware
00:50:10of
00:50:10this have your security bouncing and make sure it hurts do that and i might just consider letting
00:50:16this slide for your father's sake otherwise things are going to get very ugly for everyone
00:50:21mr thorne wouldn't be too happy about it either very displeased no no no i get why you're upset
00:50:29but what gives that thorne kid the right to be pissed off
00:50:34that nobody you hear that go on shut his filthy mouth for him
00:50:50too much
00:50:51you
00:50:53arthur yeah if we're gonna fake this we go all in
00:50:58all in whoa i have boundaries okay where are you headed focus
00:51:05tomorrow's gala means everything to me so whatever you do do not embarrass me then why did you even drag
00:51:12me
00:51:12into this. Stellar's future is riding on this. The company is crawling with rats right now.
00:51:20I couldn't risk bringing anyone else to meet Julian Thorne, so you're just gonna have to suck
00:51:25it up. Right. First, let's go over some basic gala etiquette. Whoa, save your breath. I know
00:51:33how to work a room. You're a security guard. How would you know any of this? This one's for the
00:51:38steak. Always hold the glass by the stem. They don't exactly hand out paper napkins here,
00:51:43so always keep a pocket square handy. Not exactly rocket science, is it? Fair enough. All right,
00:51:48let me show you how to actually taste wine.
00:51:56Well, well. Looks like your collection is mostly Bordeaux blends. Oh, and by the way,
00:52:03this whole setup, that prized Chateau Lafette on the top shelf, hate to break it to you.
00:52:08It's a fake. Excuse me? Give me a break. The color of a true vintage is red with just a
00:52:15hint
00:52:15of gray. Yours is just flat red. That's a novice for. Trust me, I'm the concasseur. Are you seriously
00:52:22mansplaining wine to me? What is it? Are you really just security? What does it look like?
00:52:28You think I wear this uniform for fun? Whoa, you were actually serious?
00:52:34What? I'm coming for you, old man. I'm coming for you, old man. Look, my bed is calling. See ya.
00:53:03It's seven. Where the hell is Arthur? And all he texts back is on my way.
00:53:11Look who finally decided to show up. I told you, tonight is Mr. Thorne's gala.
00:53:16And you wore a security uniform? I told you, my shift didn't end until 6.30. And the gala
00:53:21starts at 7. I rush straight over here. I didn't even have time to change. Right. I knew I couldn't
00:53:28count on you. Good thing I'm always one step ahead. I brought you a backup. Just bought it today.
00:53:36And the keys. Hurry up. Go.
00:53:43What, you trying to sneak a peek? Come on, enjoy the view. Not that I've got a six-pack anyway.
00:53:47You have zero shame, you know that?
00:53:57You're seriously a security guard?
00:53:59Can't you tell? I just got off my ship.
00:54:02My bad. I guess I just pictured some old guy in a boot.
00:54:06Do I look old?
00:54:08Let's go.
00:54:27Are security guards all this impressive nowadays?
00:54:31My first time at a gala like this, I was an absolute wondrous wreck.
00:54:47Wait, isn't that Evelyn Sterling's new guy from Starlight Group? Damn. He is drop-dead gorgeous.
00:54:53Sure, he's pretty. But what's the point?
00:54:54What's his background? I've literally never heard of him.
00:54:57Never seen him in my life.
00:54:58Okay.
00:54:59Okay.
00:55:05Ignore him.
00:55:07That silhouette looks awfully familiar. Let's go say hello.
00:55:13Evelyn, it's been a while. And who might this is? Your boyfriend, I presume?
00:55:19Yeah, he's quite the catch, isn't he?
00:55:21Pleasure. I'm Victor Black. I work in finance.
00:55:25Right.
00:55:26Oh, and my boyfriend here is in...
00:55:29Arthur Vance. I used to be in finance myself.
00:55:32Pleasure to meet you.
00:55:34Arthur Vance.
00:55:35Excuse me?
00:55:36Oh, my apologies. I thought you were someone else.
00:55:38You do look familiar, though. But I don't believe we've met.
00:55:41Didn't expect to run into a heavyweight in finance.
00:55:44Paul, it's a pleasure.
00:55:45Arthur, the pleasure is mine. You flatter me.
00:55:48Wall Street is a shark tank.
00:55:50Drop the act.
00:55:52He'll be recognized in a heartbeat.
00:55:54Okay.
00:55:56These financial waters are treacherous indeed, which is exactly why I washed my hands of it years ago.
00:56:03But my bet? Gold is about to sky-ross.
00:56:06Oh, please. Don't take it seriously.
00:56:08That's absolute nonsense.
00:56:10These financial waters are treacherous indeed.
00:56:14Which is exactly why I washed my hands of it years ago.
00:56:17But my bet? Gold is about to sky-ross.
00:56:20Wait, I thought that was strictly inner circle intel from the old man. Who the hell is this guy?
00:56:24Okay.
00:56:28Mr. Gordon? Ah, Mr. Vance, isn't it?
00:56:31An absolute pleasure. Hope I'm not interrupting.
00:56:36Not an interruption at all. We're just catching up.
00:56:39My apologies, man. It's been a madhouse tonight. Hadn't gotten the chance to properly introduce myself.
00:56:44Richard Caldwell. I'm in real estate too, by the way. Same game as your lovely wife here.
00:56:50You know each other?
00:56:51Yes, we've met. Ascension Group. It's Richard's company.
00:56:55Oh, Ascension Group. No wonder you've been so busy.
00:56:59Didn't you guys just close that deal for the Trinity Hudson project?
00:57:04Mr. Caldwell, that Hudson Yards project? You actually bagged it.
00:57:08Isn't that still in the bidding phase?
00:57:10Still in the bidding phase, yeah.
00:57:12You're too kind, Richard.
00:57:13Nonsense. Compared to you, Apex Ownership is still punching above its weight.
00:57:17That new Hudson development? I wouldn't even dream of touching.
00:57:19Is that so?
00:57:21Didn't you guys already make your pitch to Chairman Brooks from the real estate board?
00:57:24I was under the impression it was a done deal.
00:57:26Whoa! Whoa! No way! Why would Chairman Brooks ever stick his neck out for me?
00:57:29Why would he ever do that?
00:57:31Oh, Richard, please. I am so sorry. Arthur is just talking nonsense.
00:57:36Please don't take him seriously.
00:57:38Offended? Come on, not at all. Arthur and I just hit it off right away.
00:57:43Actually, I was hoping to run something by your lovely wife.
00:57:45Just need to steal him for a few minutes.
00:57:48Just a few minutes of his time.
00:57:49So Arthur and I can have a proper chat.
00:57:56Arthur, a toast to you.
00:57:59We really need to have a proper chat.
00:58:03Torres, Vintage87.
00:58:05Ah, Arthur!
00:58:07A man of refined taste, I see.
00:58:09Perfect timing.
00:58:10I actually had my guy bring over a bottle.
00:58:12A private reserve straight from Chateau Lafotte.
00:58:15Their absolute finest Malbec.
00:58:16Come on, let's get a pour.
00:58:20Arthur, you really hung me out to dry on this one.
00:58:22That riverfront development project.
00:58:23I'll admit, I pulled some strings with Chairman Davis to land it.
00:58:26But I haven't even gone public with it yet.
00:58:27Ah, looking to make a quick killing on Wall Street, were we?
00:58:30Can't slip anything past you, Arthur.
00:58:32Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce the one and only, Mr. Arthur Vance.
00:58:38Cheers, Mr. Vance.
00:58:48He's not even in your league, man.
00:58:50Whoa, hey, that came out wrong.
00:58:52No, that is not what I meant.
00:58:53What I'm trying to say is, you're way younger than him.
00:58:57You know this Arthur Vance guy?
00:58:59I swear.
00:59:01He reminds me of a security guard back at our firm.
00:59:04Spitting image.
00:59:05Even got the exact same name.
00:59:08Excuse me?
00:59:09A security guard?
00:59:10That security guard at our firm.
00:59:12His name is Arthur Vance, too?
00:59:14The resemblance is uncanny.
00:59:16Hey, Paul.
00:59:17Oh, hey.
00:59:17You've got to be kidding me.
00:59:19Why would I mess with you?
00:59:20Look, I'll prove it to you.
00:59:22My family runs a private security firm.
00:59:24We have access to the database of every security contractor in the city.
00:59:27Watch.
00:59:27I'll pull up his file right now.
00:59:29Look at this.
00:59:30Identical, right?
00:59:31Look at the hair.
00:59:33Man, look at this.
00:59:34Even the crow's feasts are the same.
00:59:37What are the odds, huh?
00:59:38All right.
00:59:39Over here.
00:59:41Let's move.
00:59:45Something wrong, Mr. Black?
00:59:46Yes.
00:59:49Check this out.
00:59:50These signatures are identical.
00:59:53It has to be the exact same guy.
00:59:55But he predicted the gold surge.
00:59:57Are you kidding me?
00:59:58Gold either goes up or down.
01:00:00A 50-50 shot isn't exactly rocket science.
01:00:03He also mentioned the Fed raising interest rates.
01:00:06Let me ask you.
01:00:07When was the last time you saw them actually cut rates?
01:00:10Yeah.
01:00:11Yeah, makes sense.
01:00:13But look at this.
01:00:14What's the deal here?
01:00:16Mr. Caldwell.
01:00:17Yeah?
01:00:18Just call me Richard.
01:00:19Or Rich is fine.
01:00:20Drop the Mr. Caldwell.
01:00:21It's way too formal.
01:00:25Actually, Rich just sounds a little weird to me.
01:00:27I think I'll just stick with Caldwell.
01:00:29Now that's more like it.
01:00:30Ladies and gentlemen, I propose a toast.
01:00:32When Mr. Thorne arrives later, how about Mr. Vance leads the way to offer him a proper toast?
01:00:37What do you say?
01:00:38Right.
01:00:39It wasn't me.
01:00:39All right?
01:00:40You're a toastful.
01:00:41He's coming over for a toast.
01:00:44I think I'll pass.
01:00:45Mrs. Vance!
01:00:47An absolute honor!
01:00:49Wait, me?
01:00:50Is there another Mrs. Sterling in the room?
01:00:53Oh, right.
01:00:55Mrs. Sterling, about that partnership you mentioned last time, I've given it some serious thought,
01:01:01and we are in.
01:01:02Let's get the paperwork signed, ASEAP.
01:01:05Oh, wait, no.
01:01:06If you sign the contract with me right now, you're going to take a hit.
01:01:10Tell you what, let me go back and revise the terms.
01:01:14Oh, please, don't even mention it.
01:01:17What loss are we even talking about?
01:01:20The little hit I took on your end?
01:01:22Mr. Vance here just gave me a master class.
01:01:25Consider us more than even.
01:01:28Evelyn, what exactly does Arthur do for a living these days?
01:01:30I've been trying to get it out of him all evening.
01:01:32He mentioned manufacturing, dabbled in Wall Street, even played around in Silicon Valley.
01:01:36But as for what he actually does right now, total mystery.
01:01:40Come on, fill us in.
01:01:41You're killing us with the suspense here.
01:01:43Come on, Evelyn.
01:01:44Spill the details.
01:01:45Well, right now, he's...
01:01:48He's actually...
01:01:49I know exactly what he's up to.
01:01:53Wait, Mr. Black, you know him?
01:01:55Funny enough, I just found out myself.
01:01:58Victor, what are you...
01:01:59Evelyn, he played you for a fool.
01:02:02He conned every single one of us!
01:02:05Arthur.
01:02:06He's nothing but a damn security card.
01:02:09Victor, you've crossed the line!
01:02:14Take a look at this, Richard.
01:02:18What the...
01:02:26What the...
01:02:27Take a look, gentlemen.
01:02:29See for yourselves.
01:02:33Evelyn, your turn.
01:02:34You need to see this, too.
01:02:36Arthur, what the hell is going on here?
01:02:41Here, let me see that.
01:02:45Does this look like me?
01:02:46Well, isn't it?
01:02:47What's your take on this?
01:02:50Evelyn, what did I just tell you?
01:02:51You tell one lie, and you'll need a thousand more to cover it up.
01:02:56Make sense now?
01:02:59Wait, so you really are just a security guard?
01:03:02Yeah, I work in security at the moment.
01:03:06Wait, security?
01:03:07Are you screwing with me?
01:03:09Whoa, no, I'm not.
01:03:11Arthur, please stop.
01:03:12Miss Sterling, I assume you haven't been looped in on this.
01:03:15You really have no idea, do you?
01:03:17Evelyn, he's playing you.
01:03:19Right?
01:03:22I...
01:03:22The truth is finally out.
01:03:24He's nothing but a glorified security guard, playing dress-up as some billionaire.
01:03:27He played Evelyn for a fool, and made absolute idiots out of all of us!
01:03:32Relax, it's just a misunderstanding.
01:03:34That's right, I'm just a security guard.
01:03:37But she has absolutely nothing to do with this.
01:03:39Is this really necessary?
01:03:41I thought we were having such a pleasant conversation.
01:03:43Am I wrong?
01:03:44Richie?
01:03:45Richie?
01:03:46Save it, you're not worth my time.
01:03:48No wonder he played you, Evelyn.
01:03:49No wonder you fell for it.
01:03:51I'll admit the guy's smooth.
01:03:53Smooth enough to play all of you for fools.
01:03:56Which only proves we were absolute idiots.
01:03:59But, we can be fools.
01:04:01But we won't be humiliated.
01:04:05Mr. Thorne will be here any minute.
01:04:08Time is running out.
01:04:10You really don't want to.
01:04:11Is Mr. Thorne aware of this?
01:04:13Have your security bounce him.
01:04:14And make sure it hurts.
01:04:16Do that, and I might just consider letting this slide for your father's sake.
01:04:20Otherwise, things are going to get very ugly for everyone.
01:04:23Mr. Thorne wouldn't be too happy about it either.
01:04:27Very displeased.
01:04:29No, no, no.
01:04:30I get why you're upset.
01:04:32But what gives that Thorne kid the right to be pissed off?
01:04:37That nobody?
01:04:39You hear that?
01:04:40Go on.
01:04:41Shut his filthy mouth for him.
01:04:43There he is.
01:04:51What?
01:04:53What?
01:04:53What that?
01:04:55What?
01:04:55It's the only thing to say,
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