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00:00:01Three years. Three years I've loved him.
00:00:05Everyone tells me Ethan will never change.
00:00:08That a man like him only loves himself.
00:00:12But they don't see the real Ethan.
00:00:14I know he loves me.
00:00:17Thank you so much. I really, really appreciate it.
00:00:22Tonight it will be our big night.
00:00:24And I'll give him all of me.
00:00:26We'll make a beautiful baby together.
00:00:30A family of our own.
00:00:44I'm so sorry.
00:00:56YOU CAN'T FORGET YOU ATTING.
00:00:56No, no.
00:01:01heheh…
00:01:01Just, just, just.
00:02:00Oh, my God.
00:02:02Lala, you're early.
00:02:05Why so shocked, babe?
00:02:08You're always talking about wanting to try new things.
00:02:13Come and join us.
00:02:19Three years.
00:02:21Three years, I wasted on you!
00:02:24God, I'm such an idiot!
00:02:27I was thinking I was gonna have a baby with you.
00:02:30Oh, baby.
00:02:33Sweetheart, you wouldn't even put out after three years and now you're thinking about playing mommy.
00:02:41Though, if you're finally ready to spread those legs,
00:02:45these lovely ladies can show you how it's done.
00:02:50Screw you.
00:02:51You!
00:03:02I'm not gonna let you take this from me, too.
00:03:09You know what?
00:03:09I don't need a man to make my dreams come true.
00:03:13One appointment, one sperm donor, I can have a baby of my own.
00:03:25Six months to produce an heir or I lose control of Crawford Industries to my nephew.
00:03:31Everything I've built over the last decade, gone.
00:03:35The surrogate candidates are all, for all the words,
00:03:39Ivy League are educated, impeccable health histories.
00:03:41I don't need their resumes, Thompson.
00:03:44I need someone who won't turn this into a media circus.
00:03:46Find me someone who knows your place and will disappear after delivery.
00:04:17I need someone who knows your place and will disappear after delivery.
00:04:33Miss, are you here for the interview?
00:04:37The interview?
00:04:39Yes, of course.
00:04:44Yes.
00:04:45Okay.
00:04:50Please, sit.
00:04:56Right, um, let's get started.
00:05:01Hey, um, education background.
00:05:05Excuse me?
00:05:06And I'm gonna need a full medical history,
00:05:09specifically genetic disorders.
00:05:12Do you work out?
00:05:14I mean, you look acceptable.
00:05:24Do you have any idea who I am?
00:05:28I'm just trying to be thorough.
00:05:30It's about creating a healthy baby, after all.
00:05:34Why are attractive men so full of themselves?
00:05:39I don't care if you're Brad Pitt.
00:05:42I need to know your reproductive history.
00:05:44So, sexual partners in the last six months?
00:05:49Mr. Croft, I can show her out.
00:05:51Thompson, leave us.
00:05:57What are you doing?
00:05:59Making sure this interview is more thorough.
00:06:09Harvard Business School, MBA, top of class.
00:06:13No family history of genetic disorders.
00:06:16I work you out five times a week.
00:06:19As for intimate matters,
00:06:24I can assure you performance has never been an issue.
00:06:29Now Thompson is gone,
00:06:31are you comfortable to share yours?
00:06:33Um, yes.
00:06:35Of course.
00:06:36Um, I'm perfectly healthy too.
00:06:41No genetic disorders,
00:06:42and I get regular checkups.
00:06:44Um, I've even been taking prenatal vitamins.
00:06:50You really do seem like the perfect match.
00:06:54Good.
00:06:55Now, regarding compensation,
00:06:58what figure did you have in mind?
00:07:01Well, I was thinking around $800.
00:07:06Eight hundred.
00:07:08I expected the fee to be significantly higher.
00:07:13I know, I know it's not a lot of money,
00:07:15but considering the quality,
00:07:18I could, I could help,
00:07:20I can do paperwork, whatever.
00:07:22Thompson, bring in the contract.
00:07:31Oh, all of this?
00:07:33Seriously?
00:07:35Take your time to review,
00:07:37but the key point is after birth,
00:07:40the child stays with me.
00:07:42No contact.
00:07:44You want to keep my baby?
00:07:46Are you insane?
00:07:53That's standard procedure for surrogacy arrangements.
00:07:56Surrogacy?
00:07:57Surrogacy.
00:07:58The position you're interviewing for.
00:08:00Interview?
00:08:01You, I'm treated by sperm.
00:08:04You came to what?
00:08:06I thought you were a donor.
00:08:08That's why I was asking you all the questions about the history and stuff.
00:08:12I thought you were here to be my surrogate.
00:08:15Right.
00:08:15Um, well, I guess, I guess I've, um, made a mistake, so I'm just gonna go.
00:08:21Wait.
00:08:25A million dollars.
00:08:27For carrying my child.
00:08:29Oh, man.
00:08:30I want my own baby, Mr. Crawford.
00:08:33Not somebody else's.
00:08:36Ah, you might need that.
00:08:46Clean this up.
00:08:48Bring in the next.
00:08:56Hello?
00:08:57Miss Reed, your father.
00:08:59You need to come now.
00:09:01Okay, I'm coming here.
00:09:23Doctor, how is he?
00:09:24How is my father?
00:09:26The cancer is spread aggressively without immediate treatment.
00:09:29Then do something.
00:09:31Save him.
00:09:33Is there a treatment you can do?
00:09:35Uh, there is a new treatment.
00:09:37Okay, then let's do it.
00:09:39But maybe it's, uh, quite expensive.
00:09:41How much?
00:09:42Around one million dollars.
00:09:44A million dollars?
00:09:46Yes.
00:09:48Can I get a, a loan or something?
00:09:51Actually, this is a new technology.
00:09:53And there is no loan policy.
00:09:55Sorry.
00:09:55Okay.
00:09:56Okay.
00:10:09There's no loan.
00:10:12She cares.
00:10:13Yes.
00:10:14I know.
00:10:14We didn't have a loan.
00:10:15Don't be worried.
00:10:17Oh.
00:10:18Uh.
00:10:22Oh.
00:10:24Oh.
00:10:34this is the last batch yes sir the blonde want to know about ring sizes and brunette
00:10:43asked about moving in and the redhead all of them want the crawford name was qualified
00:10:53she was refreshing no pretence no schemes but she wasn't even here for surrogacy
00:11:02sometimes the best candidate isn't looking for the job
00:11:17hello
00:11:18I'm Adrian Crawford
00:11:32I've been thinking
00:11:35about yesterday I may have been a bit hasty you're reconsidering don't sound so smug about it
00:11:42I have my reasons as do I
00:11:47I'd like to propose a modification to the original terms
00:11:52what kind of modification joint custody you wouldn't be just carrying the child you'd be
00:11:59the baby's mother why would you agree to that you're honest direct no hidden agenda qualities I want in my
00:12:08child's mother so I'd really get to be a part of the baby's life yes but understand this clearly
00:12:14we'll be parents nothing more no
00:12:18romantic entanglements no
00:12:20no emotional expectations
00:12:24don't flutter yourself
00:12:25god rich man in their egos
00:12:27god rich man in their egos
00:12:41adrian if you're thinking of using some random surrogate to produce an heir forget it
00:12:48the crawford name means something
00:12:50I won't let it be tainted by I've already chosen my fiance what we'll discuss this at dinner
00:13:00did I just get promoted from surrogate to fiance
00:13:07correct me if I'm wrong but didn't you just say just parents nothing more
00:13:14the situation requires adaptation hmm is that ceo talk for I change my mind
00:13:23if we need a convincing story you'll be staying at my house during the pregnancy
00:13:27and after the baby comes we'll arrange for an amicable separation continue parenting and I'll
00:13:33uh arrange for any additional compensation for the complexity
00:13:38the original amount is fine but I am gonna need it soon
00:13:56welcome to the family miss reed
00:14:20well well well missed me so much you tracked me down
00:14:29can't get over me huh
00:14:33following me here like a lost puppy following you why would I what are you doing here
00:14:39sweetheart this is my family's house I'm sure you know that
00:14:45you never let me have sex with you look at you now sneaking into my house
00:14:51finally realize what you're missing baby get your hands off me you creep
00:14:56playing hard to get used to be cute but now come on baby we both know this is what you
00:15:02came here for
00:15:04uncle what are you doing get your filthy hands off my fiance
00:15:10your your what fiance
00:15:16fiance how could she be your fiance she's just watch your mouth
00:15:21show some respect to your future aunt
00:15:25this is crazy you seriously don't know i won't repeat myself stay away from my fiance
00:15:32one more word you can kiss that trust fund goodbye
00:15:54you all right
00:15:55yeah so Ethan he's your nephew then he's your well he was he's kind of he was my boyfriend
00:16:07I mean ex-boyfriend I mean like an extremely ex ex-boyfriend I see
00:16:16Thompson will bring your things in shortly um so where am I staying here what unless you prefer
00:16:32explaining to the staff why the happy couple sleep in separate rooms oh of course fake engagement real
00:16:39roommates don't worry I'll be a perfect gentleman
00:17:11what are you doing this is the line don't cross it ever for sure
00:17:37my plan worked perfectly
00:17:53so are you okay fine continue
00:18:07stay on your side
00:18:15Lila wake up
00:18:20Lila please
00:19:02sorry didn't see you there
00:19:07you're always in the way
00:19:11ah my brother's mysterious fiancee
00:19:16mrs. Crawford
00:19:17Catherine please we're family now supposedly Helen tea please yes Miss Crawford
00:19:28so tell me dear how did you and Adrian meet exactly
00:19:32through mutual friends
00:19:42dear what friend of Adrian's would possibly move in your social circles unless this is more of a business
00:19:51arrangement I'm sorry I'm sorry well the girl of your position surely some negotiation was involved
00:19:59the only negotiation was whether I would take his last name or keep my own
00:20:12next weekend is our family dinner and as Adrian's fiancee your presence is required
00:20:20I'd be honored
00:20:23perfect I'm sure you can find something more appropriate
00:20:26appropriate to where you can go now
00:20:42excuse me Miss Rae I need to clean of course let me just move this
00:20:52is this what you wearing to the family dinner
00:20:56how creative
00:20:58must be hiding your family
00:20:59watching you
00:21:01chase after rich man
00:21:03let me help you with this
00:21:06oh
00:21:07oh
00:21:07how clumsy of me
00:21:09you did that on purpose
00:21:10do you think you can really marry Mr. Crawford
00:21:13you're just trash trying to climb the social ladder
00:21:20Mr. Crawford
00:21:22she just attacked me
00:21:25I was trying to help
00:21:27get out
00:21:28but I was just
00:21:29one more word and you're fired
00:21:32get out
00:21:41what happened
00:21:42nothing
00:21:43I need some space
00:21:44I want to stay in the guest room tonight
00:21:46Lila you don't have to do that
00:21:48I need some space
00:21:52you take the bed
00:21:53I'll take the sofa
00:21:56I miss you so much daddy
00:21:58don't worry about me okay
00:22:00as long as we can get you better
00:22:02I won't let their words get to me
00:22:04I promise
00:22:06Lila what happened
00:22:08what should I do
00:22:22how's the happy couple
00:22:35how's the happy couple
00:22:38um that is not a small pinch
00:22:41it's okay
00:22:42I'm here
00:22:44you're safe
00:22:47perfect timing for the injection
00:22:49I'm here
00:22:49I'm here
00:23:04I'm here
00:23:07I'm here
00:23:32Focus. This is just a simple medical procedure.
00:23:38Just pretend she's not right outside.
00:23:45Mr. Crawford, is everything okay in there?
00:23:47Uh, yeah, I'm fine. I just need some assistance.
00:23:53Oh, do you need my help?
00:23:55No, uh, I didn't mean...
00:23:57Are you sure? Honestly, it's fine. I can come in if you need me to.
00:24:01Come in.
00:24:13So, you want to help?
00:24:14Of course. What do you need me to?
00:24:20Oh, you're...
00:24:22Oh, you're...
00:24:23I'm so sorry. I didn't realize. I'm just gonna just go somewhere. I just need you. Somewhere very far.
00:24:32Hey. Ah!
00:24:36Well, that was helpful.
00:24:43Are you okay?
00:24:44Yeah. Dr. Anderson said that the hormone shots would hurt, but it's...
00:24:49It's causing you pain.
00:24:50Yeah, it's... It's a little uncomfortable, but I mean, it will... It will pass.
00:24:55Oh.
00:24:56Here.
00:24:59Oh, okay.
00:25:11Thanks.
00:25:13Thanks.
00:25:17Well, the hormone shots were a part of the agreement, and any resulting pain is technically a work-related issue,
00:25:23and as your employer, I have a duty of care.
00:25:28Okay.
00:25:28This is my t-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m-m
00:25:37-m-m.
00:25:54Purely professional care.
00:26:06Purely professional, huh?
00:26:20I'm sorry, there's an emergency in Atlanta.
00:26:23The merge is falling apart.
00:26:25Thompson, get the jet ready in 20.
00:26:28Your family invited me to dinner.
00:26:31Guess I'll handle it on my own.
00:26:37Well I don't suppose we should expect punctuality from a person who's
00:26:41probably never had a proper watch in her life.
00:26:44I introduce him to the Lawson Harris, the senator's daughter.
00:26:49I don't understand why he picked this gold digger from God knows where.
00:26:53What did you say she did, Ethan?
00:26:56Retail?
00:26:57Worse.
00:26:58A wannabe writer.
00:27:00She probably thought that landing a Crawford would be her best-selling story.
00:27:07Well, I have tried to be welcoming.
00:27:10I had the chef prepare her place setting and everything.
00:27:13She probably couldn't figure out which work to do.
00:27:28I apologize for the slight delay.
00:27:33My, my.
00:27:34Trying so hard to look the part.
00:27:38James, do make sure none of the silver goes missing after dinner.
00:27:42I suppose Adrian's credit card is getting some good use.
00:27:46And although money can buy designer clothes, it can't buy breeding.
00:27:50Actually, I made this dress myself.
00:27:56Oh, darling.
00:27:58A seamstress for a daughter-in-law?
00:28:02How quaint.
00:28:04At least we know who's going to be mending Adrian's socks.
00:28:09I may not have been born into privilege, but I was raised with something much more valuable.
00:28:16Integrity.
00:28:17Integrity.
00:28:18Is that what you call seducing your way into our family?
00:28:23How much, how much will it take you to disappear in your price?
00:28:32The difference between you and I, Mr. Crawford,
00:28:36is that I don't think that everything comes with a price tag.
00:28:40Excuse me.
00:28:49Stay calm.
00:28:53You can do this.
00:28:59Getting all dressed up for me.
00:29:02Baby.
00:29:06What's the rush?
00:29:08We're all family here.
00:29:10Well, almost family.
00:29:12Don't touch me.
00:29:14You used to like it when I touched you.
00:29:16Remember how shy you were?
00:29:19Always saying no.
00:29:21That's off me, bastard!
00:29:23Careful, Mel.
00:29:25One scream from you and everyone at dinner is going to know what kind of girl you really are.
00:29:31Now, where were we?
00:29:41Everything alright, dear?
00:29:43You look... flushed.
00:29:45So, as I was saying about the listeners.
00:29:51Stop it!
00:29:53Something wrong, Miss Reed?
00:29:55Stop it!
00:29:59Enough!
00:30:00No class?
00:30:02No manners?
00:30:03I don't know how you seduced my son,
00:30:06but someone like you could never deserve a place in this family!
00:30:11I...
00:30:12I'm the one.
00:30:13She's coming.
00:30:19Who convinced her to give me a chance.
00:30:24Adrian.
00:30:25If anyone's unworthy in this relationship, it's me.
00:30:28You want to know how we met?
00:30:29She crashed into my life, quite literally.
00:30:32Papers flying, coffee spilled.
00:30:34Unlike some people, she didn't care about my name or my money.
00:30:40She, uh, refused me several times.
00:30:43Called me too arrogant, too controlling.
00:30:45First woman who dared to stand out to me, and that's when I knew I had to have her.
00:30:50I...
00:30:55Sir, two things.
00:30:56Your sister has invited Miss Reed to tonight's family dinner,
00:30:59and your jet is ready.
00:31:00You can go now.
00:31:06Cancel it later.
00:31:07I said the merger...
00:31:10Yes, sir.
00:31:13Funny that last week's family's dinners were the most pointless waste of time in existence.
00:31:21Something's more important than business.
00:31:27Oh, what a touching story, Uncle.
00:31:30Too bad it's either a complete lie, or she's been playing us both.
00:31:37What are you talking about?
00:31:39We've been dating for three years.
00:31:42I have pictures of us together.
00:31:48What?
00:31:49She probably planned this from the start.
00:31:52Dating me to get close to the family, then setting her sights higher.
00:31:56You manipulative little trick.
00:31:59Face it, Uncle.
00:32:00You're just another rung on her ladder to the top.
00:32:05Face it, Uncle.
00:32:07You're just another rung on her ladder to the top.
00:32:14That's for every lie you just told.
00:32:20Adrian!
00:32:20How dare you hit my son!
00:32:22Where do you think you're going?
00:32:23We are not the finish here yet!
00:32:25Yes, we are.
00:32:31I'm sorry, I shouldn't have left you alone with that.
00:32:34Thank you for coming back.
00:32:35And for making up such a beautiful story about us.
00:32:43Your hands, what happened?
00:33:00My fiance, you have access to the family accounts.
00:33:04I expect you to use them.
00:33:06I didn't want to presume.
00:33:08You're a Crawford now.
00:33:20Dr. Anderson.
00:33:21Mr. Crawford, the embryos are ready.
00:33:24So we can proceed with the implantation tomorrow morning.
00:33:27I see.
00:33:31What is it?
00:33:32Is something wrong with the embryos?
00:33:34I've been thinking.
00:33:36Perhaps we should approach this matter in a more natural manner.
00:33:43Between the husband and wife.
00:33:47What are your thoughts?
00:33:51I think that we should go to bed.
00:33:55We have a really big day tomorrow.
00:33:58So, I mean, good night.
00:34:07You know, you look like a giant polar bear in that outfit.
00:34:12Focus on the procedure.
00:34:15Try to relax, Mrs. Crawford.
00:34:24There.
00:34:25See that white spot?
00:34:29That's our baby.
00:34:35You know, I can walk.
00:34:38Doctor's orders?
00:34:39You seem more nervous than I do.
00:34:46Merely following medical procedure.
00:34:56Look at her.
00:34:59She's acting like a princess.
00:35:02She was probably a waitress last week.
00:35:06Now she's got Mr. Crawford wrapped around her finger.
00:35:11Still, she...
00:35:17Well...
00:35:25I'm going to go in there.
00:35:27I'm going to go.
00:35:27I'm going to go out here.
00:35:30The last one was a perishable tree.
00:35:34Tell me.
00:35:35I'm going to go out here.
00:35:45adrian not quite looking a bit unstable there baby let go of me come on you used to love being
00:35:53in my arms remember how we would spend hours at the cafe you would lean into me while reading
00:36:00your favorite book did she adrian i was i was just getting food i swear get out
00:36:16my stomach i know what's wrong my stomach i think that there's something wrong
00:36:21if anything anything happens to my fiance or child i can't guarantee what i'll do
00:36:28and you what you want you will never have never
00:36:40child three years she wouldn't let me touch her
00:36:44in a few weeks with my uncle and she's carrying his child you want the perfect family
00:36:53it's not gonna happen
00:37:06thompson clear my schedule everything over the next month goes to jack
00:37:10sir what happened do you need my help you can't help on this one let's do what i say
00:37:17you and ethan you've never really gotten along have you
00:37:31you seem very concerned about him i i just just get some rest it's been a rough day for you
00:37:37adrian
00:37:39why did you choose to believe me just now no reason i just know you're not like that
00:37:47thanks get some rest do whatever makes you comfortable anything at all i'll be around
00:37:53anything i want are you sure about that
00:38:23what are you doing
00:38:25this isn't nutritious the baby wants chocolate the baby wants chocolate yeah and chips and ice cream
00:38:36you wouldn't want to deny your child would you
00:38:39i've been researching optimal pregnancy nutrition see week by week guidelines okay okay okay how about a
00:38:47compromise one treat per day half a treat three quarters
00:39:16congratulations the fetus is developing perfectly
00:39:21really really everything looks wonderful now that we're in the stable period i would recommend
00:39:27you starting some prenatal exercise
00:39:31what kind of exercise
00:39:35now hold her from behind in the maternal post
00:39:45maybe we should skip this part good train let's do it properly guide her arms up
00:40:00this is a little implant and now the supporting stretch
00:40:16beautiful form mr crawford and mrs crawford maybe we should continue this album yeah please
00:40:43the charity gala isn't a test your father specifically invited me to attend
00:41:08you're perfect
00:41:12just be yourself
00:41:19then this
00:41:22this is not me
00:41:41this is not me
00:41:42adrian
00:41:43it's been too long
00:41:50you look exactly the same
00:42:02and you
00:42:03and you must be the fiance
00:42:05i'm so pleased adrian has found someone after all these years
00:42:09that's really kind but i'm sorry who are you
00:42:15i'm just someone who cares about adrian's happiness more than anyone else
00:42:25oh my god
00:42:28you two are finally back together
00:42:31everyone look who's here the golden couple
00:42:36i heard adrian cofort was engaged i knew it was you vivian when is the wedding
00:42:45actually i'd like to introduce you all to my fiancee lana reed
00:42:56we're expecting our first child and of course you're all welcome to the wedding
00:43:01she's pregnant
00:43:02oh i'm i'm so sorry i just assumed congratulations for you both
00:43:12adrian crawford and a complete unknown how did you manage that adrian chose
00:43:17so over vivian is he crazy
00:43:20oh benji how have you been
00:43:23great let's go
00:43:30they can be so judgmental can't they
00:43:34don't take it too personally dear
00:43:42gentlemen
00:43:43what are you all talking about
00:43:50they do look like the perfect couple
00:43:59thank you
00:44:05drinking i thought you were pregnant
00:44:08none of your business
00:44:13you know how adrian is
00:44:15always has to win
00:44:17especially against me
00:44:19he hates when i take things from him
00:44:21what are you talking about
00:44:29perfect couple right
00:44:32until
00:44:36Vivian fell madly in love with me
00:44:40leaving dear uncle heartbroken
00:44:43since then
00:44:44whatever i want
00:44:46he has to take
00:44:48whatever i have
00:44:49he has to win
00:44:51like you
00:44:54what you want you never have
00:44:58never
00:44:59you and ethan you've never really gone along have you
00:45:04you don't get it
00:45:06stop being naive
00:45:08you're just his tool for revenge
00:45:18i'm just his tool for revenge
00:45:34what do you think you're doing
00:45:35you are pregnant why are you drinking
00:45:38oh now you care
00:45:42it's soda i know what i'm doing
00:45:59what happened back there talk to me
00:46:04you're going to talk to ethan but not me
00:46:10well you do care so much about your nephew
00:46:13don't you
00:46:28why not open the door
00:46:32Please.
00:47:04The eggs are still warm.
00:47:07I apologize about last night.
00:47:09I was just worried about you.
00:47:13Worried about me?
00:47:14Or worried about the baby?
00:47:19What do you mean?
00:47:21Is this why you're being so nice to me?
00:47:24Making me breakfast, being all protective.
00:47:28It's just for the baby.
00:47:31Lila, you've been so strange since yesterday. Why?
00:47:36Was Vivian your girlfriend?
00:47:43Yes.
00:47:51And then she got with Ethan?
00:47:55Yes.
00:47:57Okay, so I'm just...
00:47:59Vivian and I were...
00:48:06Sir, the Singapore version is falling apart.
00:48:08We need to immediately.
00:48:09I'm in the middle of something.
00:48:11The board is threatening to pull out.
00:48:14I'll be there.
00:48:21We need to finish this conversation as soon as I get back.
00:48:24Of course. Business first.
00:48:31Lila.
00:48:32Just go.
00:48:44Sir, there have been complications.
00:48:47Explain.
00:48:48During your absence, Mr. Ethan has been meeting with board members.
00:48:52Suggesting while sudden marriage plans indicate obstacle decision-making.
00:48:58Several executors are questioning if someone so personally distracted should and hurt the company.
00:49:23Mr. Crawford, we've been discussing my personal life. Your sudden access has let me be very clear.
00:49:34This company took a 40% profit loss before I took over.
00:49:40Within three years, I tripled our market share.
00:49:43Every major merger, every successful acquisition, every stock surge, my execution, my strategies.
00:49:51So yes, I am getting married.
00:49:54And yes, I took some time off.
00:49:56And no, not a single person in this room has the right to question my commitment or my capability.
00:50:05Because without me, there wouldn't be a company left to me.
00:50:13Now, shall we discuss the merger?
00:50:33CLEAN Church
00:50:34Nor 처음입니다.
00:50:42JANET BUSK
00:50:48Minima福音
00:50:57Adrian, what the hell were you thinking at the board meeting yesterday?
00:51:02I was doing my job.
00:51:03Your job is to follow the family strategy.
00:51:08Ever since she came into your life, you've been undermining everything we've built.
00:51:14You leave Lila out of this.
00:51:16You know, I don't have to stand here and listen to this.
00:51:20Yeah, run along.
00:51:21Adolfs are talking business now.
00:51:24We just need to bore him for a moment, dear.
00:51:26Business matters.
00:51:27You wouldn't understand.
00:51:35That girl is a poison to the Crawford name.
00:51:45She's nothing but a broodmare.
00:51:47After she delivers, pay her off and be done with it.
00:51:53Adrian needs someone who understands this world.
00:51:56Someone like me.
00:51:59Vivian is joining Crawford Industries tomorrow.
00:52:03Non-negotiable.
00:52:04She will follow you every day, just like before.
00:52:08And your little pet project can't stay home and just state that's all she's good for.
00:52:16Get out!
00:52:17Get out!
00:52:17Both of you!
00:52:18How dare you!
00:52:19If you dare mention my wife's name again, I will burn Crawford Industries to the ground
00:52:24before either of you get to touch it!
00:52:26Adrian, be reasonable!
00:52:28She's worth a thousand of you.
00:52:31Tomorrow, 9am, Vivian starts.
00:52:35No discussion.
00:52:37Is that all?
00:52:39Yes, for now.
00:52:41But don't disappoint me again.
00:52:46We'll be back.
00:52:49Oh!
00:53:18Stop it.
00:53:20Stop it.
00:53:20Stop checking.
00:53:22This is ridiculous.
00:53:25I was independent before.
00:53:28I don't need a man to make me breakfast in bed and to hold me whilst I sleep.
00:53:35No!
00:53:36I'm not going to be that girl.
00:53:41I can make my own meals.
00:53:43I don't need his perfectly prepared little plates or his nutritional spreadsheets.
00:53:52A pooed marrow.
00:53:56Way to get back at Ethan.
00:54:02Hello!
00:54:03I'm fine!
00:54:05You're not fine.
00:54:06Hospital!
00:54:07Now!
00:54:07I'm fine!
00:54:21Thanks.
00:54:23I know we've had our differences but I really appreciated you today.
00:54:29You know, you used to look at me like that.
00:54:34All sweet.
00:54:35Sincere.
00:54:36Don't.
00:54:38Why not?
00:54:39Is there really no chance for us?
00:54:41Ethan!
00:54:44Why not?
00:54:45Why not?
00:54:45Why not?
00:54:45He's just using you.
00:54:47You're his revenge against me.
00:54:49A tool.
00:54:50And you deserve better than that.
00:54:54Adrian!
00:54:55Stop!
00:54:56What are you doing?
00:54:58I'm protecting you.
00:54:59From what?
00:55:00He's helping.
00:55:01He bought me here.
00:55:02My hand was bleeding.
00:55:03So now you're defending him?
00:55:04No.
00:55:04I'm defending the truth.
00:55:07Sometimes...
00:55:08I guess people surprise you.
00:55:10I see.
00:55:14Adrian...
00:55:15I'll call the doctor to come.
00:55:20I want a full blood panel.
00:55:22Fetal monitoring.
00:55:23Bring the OB-GYN down immediately.
00:55:25Sir, it's just a minor car.
00:55:27I want a full prenatal check-up.
00:55:29I've already spoken to Dr. Anderson.
00:55:30He's gonna be down here in 10 minutes.
00:55:33Always so controlled.
00:55:35Aren't you, Uncle?
00:55:37Some of us actually know how to make Lila happy.
00:55:42Remember our beach dates?
00:55:46How you said I was the most fun you ever had?
00:55:52Thompson, bring in the catering.
00:55:55The Michelin star one.
00:55:56Lila says she's got a hankering for Australian Wagyu beef.
00:56:00Oh, well done.
00:56:01No sauce.
00:56:02I don't think that I did say...
00:56:05How about when we watched your favorite movie?
00:56:08Pride and Prejudice.
00:56:09BBC adaptation, 1995.
00:56:11She likes to watch it when she's still stressed.
00:56:14Which is why I upgraded our home theater system.
00:56:17To have all the original films from the BBC archive.
00:56:21You did what?
00:56:21Wow!
00:56:25Using money to get to her heart.
00:56:27Huh, Uncle?
00:56:30Oh!
00:56:32Oh, the Al Starmer's Wings fully renovated.
00:56:35Named after Lila's grandmother.
00:56:37As she mentioned.
00:56:38Oh, it's a fully funded.
00:56:41Anonymous donor.
00:56:42Hmm.
00:56:47He may be able to offer you money, but you're gonna miss this.
00:57:04Is this normal rich people behavior?
00:57:10I've already ordered the prenatal vitamins.
00:57:12They should arrive shortly.
00:57:13They're custom formulated to her blood and genetic profile.
00:57:17Wow.
00:57:18You remembered all that about me.
00:57:20I remember everything about you.
00:57:25Maybe you should come back when there's less testosterone in the air.
00:57:31Guys, she's tired.
00:57:32We should leave.
00:57:33Let her rest.
00:57:43Is this just another competition, Ethan?
00:57:46Or does he actually care?
00:57:57Hmm.
00:57:59Hmm.
00:57:59Hmm.
00:58:00Hmm.
00:58:01Hmm.
00:58:01Hmm.
00:58:04Yes, Father?
00:58:06Vivian's been hospitalized.
00:58:08Overwork, they say, from cleaning up your company's mess.
00:58:13I have meetings.
00:58:14Cancel them.
00:58:15Go to visit her right now.
00:58:18Either you show proper respect to the woman I chose for you,
00:58:22or else I will have to call an emergency board meeting.
00:58:42You came.
00:58:46Let's skip the performance, Vivian.
00:58:50Still so cold.
00:58:52Don't you remember when you used to bring me soup when I was unwell?
00:58:56That was a long time ago.
00:58:59We were really great together, Adrian.
00:59:01We could be together again.
00:59:03I don't know what game you're playing at, but it won't work.
00:59:06What we had, I never took it as seriously as you pretended to.
00:59:11But Lila?
00:59:13She's different.
00:59:14She's real.
00:59:16A pregnant gold digger is real?
00:59:19Please.
00:59:25I guess some things never change.
00:59:32Watch your words.
00:59:34Stay away from my wife.
00:59:45My little girl.
00:59:47Daddy.
00:59:48No.
00:59:50Your hand.
00:59:52It's nothing.
00:59:54I need to tell you something.
00:59:57I'm gonna be a mother.
01:00:00Is it that Ethan Boyes?
01:00:01No, no.
01:00:03Then who?
01:00:04It doesn't matter.
01:00:05But what does matter is that this is my baby.
01:00:09And I'm gonna love them so much.
01:00:12With all the love that you gave me.
01:00:16Baby.
01:00:18I'm so sorry.
01:00:20I'm sorry I couldn't give you better.
01:00:24Daddy.
01:00:25If only I were healthy.
01:00:26If I could work.
01:00:27Daddy, don't.
01:00:28Yeah.
01:00:30But the hospital bills.
01:00:32What are you getting money from?
01:00:34Don't tell me you sold yourself to some men.
01:00:37No, no.
01:00:38It's not like that.
01:00:39Did someone take advantage of you?
01:00:41My little girl pregnant all alone?
01:00:44She's not alone.
01:00:49Hi, Mr. Reid.
01:00:50I'm Adrian Crawford.
01:00:55I'm the father of her child.
01:00:57Adrian.
01:00:59I'm not just the father.
01:01:00I'm the man who's gonna spend the rest of his life making sure your daughter and our child get everything
01:01:05they deserve.
01:01:06Pretty words from a rich man.
01:01:09Not words.
01:01:10Facts.
01:01:11I've already arranged a transfer to a private medical facility.
01:01:14Full treatment plan.
01:01:15Best specialists.
01:01:17Adrian.
01:01:18And I promise you this.
01:01:21Every morning she's gonna wake up knowing that she is cherished.
01:01:25Every decision I make, every step I take will be to ensure her happiness.
01:01:30You really mean that, don't you?
01:01:32Yes, sir, I do.
01:01:34Well.
01:01:38Maybe I can stop worrying now.
01:01:49For what you said in there.
01:01:51I know you were just trying to make my father feel better.
01:01:54No, no, no, no.
01:01:55I wasn't just doing anything.
01:01:57Every word I said in there is true.
01:02:00Adrian.
01:02:06Lila, I need to tell you something.
01:02:09I've been falling for you ever since you crashed into my office with that ridiculous donor questionnaire.
01:02:14Yes, we had a contract, but I realized you've become everything to me.
01:02:21You're not my surrogate.
01:02:24You're not my convenient fiancee.
01:02:29You're my partner.
01:02:31If you have me.
01:02:36But what about Ethan and Vivian?
01:02:39What about them?
01:02:42Aren't you trying to just get revenge on Ethan?
01:02:45Revenge?
01:02:46I never loved Vivian.
01:02:48And Ethan, he's not worth a second thought.
01:02:50Really?
01:02:52Then who was the guy I saw competing with Ethan?
01:02:59That was...
01:03:03I was jealous, okay?
01:03:06The thought of you with him.
01:03:09Wow.
01:03:10The great Mr. Crawford.
01:03:12Jealous.
01:03:13Don't mention it.
01:03:14I have a reputation to maintain.
01:03:29I'm not letting you go.
01:03:32Not ever.
01:03:41Surrogacy?
01:03:42Contract marriage?
01:03:44Oh, this is too perfect.
01:03:48Oh, this is too perfect.
01:04:25nào.
01:04:25What's so urgent?
01:04:26I know something about your little ex-girlfriend that might interest you.
01:04:30Is this about her and my uncle?
01:04:32It's about how she really got pregnant.
01:04:36Your perfect uncle?
01:04:38He hired her.
01:04:40She's just a surrogate.
01:04:41Their whole engagement is a lie.
01:04:45A contract?
01:04:48The board would love to hear about this.
01:04:52Next week's family meeting, he'll reveal everything.
01:04:57Until then, let's gather more evidence.
01:05:01And once he's ruined...
01:05:03I'll comfort him.
01:05:05Help him rebuild.
01:05:06He'll remember who he truly belongs with.
01:05:13And Lila?
01:05:15Well, once the truth's out, she'll be worthless to him.
01:05:17You can have your little toy back.
01:05:22Cheers.
01:05:39Um, Ethan's in meetings all afternoon.
01:05:42That's okay, I don't mind waiting.
01:05:45These documents require his immediate attention.
01:05:48Um, Ethan's in meetings all afternoon.
01:05:53That's okay, I don't mind waiting.
01:05:53I don't mind waiting for tea, dear.
01:06:00Sorry to see agreements.
01:06:02No contracts.
01:06:04Come on.
01:06:07The train's always so organized.
01:06:09Where is everything?
01:06:18It's just a stupid cat.
01:06:21Ah!
01:06:23Ah!
01:06:26Ah!
01:06:28Ah!
01:06:29Ah!
01:06:30Ah!
01:06:30Ah!
01:06:32Are you okay?
01:06:34You're a beast!
01:06:36Attacked me!
01:06:37I need your bathroom.
01:06:39Now!
01:06:47Atrian.
01:06:50I've been waiting for you.
01:06:56You know, if you need an heir, we could make one.
01:07:01Right here.
01:07:03Right now.
01:07:05Lil doesn't have to know.
01:07:08She's already asleep.
01:07:11It could just be our little secret.
01:07:16Here.
01:07:17In the living room.
01:07:21Wherever you want.
01:07:23Someone might see us.
01:07:25Are you scared?
01:07:26Hmm.
01:07:30I know somewhere more.
01:07:32Private.
01:07:40Where are we going?
01:07:42Can't risk being interrupted, can we?
01:07:45Ladies first.
01:07:51Enjoy the fresh air.
01:07:53Atrian!
01:07:54Atrian!
01:07:56Why?
01:07:56Why?
01:07:56You can't do this to me.
01:07:57I'm a Crawford executor!
01:08:04Stop filming me.
01:08:06This is harassment.
01:08:07I will sue you.
01:08:08I'll sue you so hard!
01:08:13Adrian.
01:08:14Adrian.
01:08:15Adrian.
01:08:15Adrian, let me in!
01:08:23Everyone.
01:08:24This crisis could have destroyed us, but thanks to your tireless efforts, Crawford is stronger than ever.
01:08:33To the best team in the business!
01:08:39Though, speaking of tonight's celebration, there's something you all should be prepared for.
01:08:46For what?
01:08:48My uncle is bringing his fiancée tonight.
01:08:51The thing is, her and I were together, until very recently.
01:08:59I know, I know, I know, but please, when they arrive, act normal.
01:09:06I couldn't bear any drama.
01:09:08She left you for your uncle.
01:09:11These things happen.
01:09:16Everyone, I'd like to introduce you to my fiancée, Lila Reid.
01:09:20Hello, everybody, it's lovely to meet you all.
01:09:23I need to check some numbers.
01:09:27Did I do something wrong?
01:09:37How are you feeling?
01:09:39Is the morning sickness over yet?
01:09:41I'm fine.
01:09:43You know, I've been worried.
01:09:46All this stress can't be good for the baby.
01:09:50Which hospital are you using?
01:09:52I could drive you next time.
01:09:54That's not necessary.
01:09:57Come on.
01:09:58We used to tell each other everything.
01:10:01Just want to make sure you're getting the proper care.
01:10:03If I know her hospital, then I can get her surrogate history.
01:10:08How thoughtful.
01:10:09But Adrian handles all my appointments personally.
01:10:12The real hero of the hour.
01:10:15Whoa!
01:10:20Beautiful, isn't she?
01:10:23The type of woman who belongs in Adrian's world.
01:10:27Excuse me.
01:10:29You know how my uncle thinks.
01:10:32Like a chess master.
01:10:34Every piece has its use.
01:10:36Some for business.
01:10:39Others for...
01:10:41You don't know him.
01:10:42Oh, but I do.
01:10:45Adrian Crawford cares exactly about one person.
01:10:48Adrian Crawford.
01:10:50He sees people as investments.
01:10:52Vivian?
01:10:53Perfect for managing the company.
01:10:56You?
01:10:57Well, I think we both know what your role is.
01:11:04He's wrong.
01:11:05He has to be wrong.
01:11:24Everyone in this world has their place.
01:11:27Their purpose.
01:11:30Maybe it's time I found mine again.
01:11:53Baby, when's the last time you ate something?
01:11:56I don't know.
01:11:58Breakfast?
01:11:59Yesterday's breakfast.
01:12:04That's enough for today.
01:12:06Okay.
01:12:10The prenatal instructor said this exercise should help.
01:12:14Okay.
01:12:15Like this?
01:12:17Uh, almost.
01:12:28Um, I think I need a little more instruction.
01:12:53Everything looks perfect.
01:12:55The baby's development's right on track.
01:12:58Really?
01:13:00Really.
01:13:01Now that you're in the stable period,
01:13:04intimate relations is perfectly safe,
01:13:06as long as you're gentle.
01:13:08Just listen to your bodies and...
01:13:11Yes.
01:13:11Uh, thank you.
01:13:12Doctor.
01:13:18Doctor.
01:13:18Let's talk about...
01:13:19Everything will be open.
01:13:31Dr. Anderson?
01:13:40Let's talk about Adrian Crawford's arrangement.
01:13:45Was it a surrogacy contract?
01:13:50Mr. Harrington, Dr. Patient Confidentiality.
01:13:55I hear that the new hospital complex is looking for department heads.
01:14:03Wouldn't it be a shame if your name was mysteriously removed from the list?
01:14:12Now, about those hospital records.
01:14:34Oh, my God.
01:14:41Surrogacy.
01:14:43Surrogacy.
01:14:44Five generations of Crawford dignity destroyed by tabloid gossip.
01:14:51I knew that girl was hiding something.
01:14:57Did you?
01:14:58Did you really pay some nobody to carry your heir?
01:15:03Tell me it isn't true.
01:15:12You.
01:15:12You.
01:15:13It's your doing.
01:15:16I...
01:15:16Adrian.
01:15:19I need to discuss something with you.
01:15:22Privately.
01:15:28Adrian.
01:15:30I can make all of this disappear.
01:15:32All you have to do is remember who you really belong with.
01:15:35Who I belong with.
01:15:36We were good together.
01:15:38We can't be again.
01:15:40Give me the position I deserve.
01:15:43As Mrs. Crawford by your side.
01:15:46I do need your help.
01:15:48Please, never show up again.
01:16:05I won't let them hurt you.
01:16:08It's not me I'm worried about.
01:16:10If they expose the truth about our arrangement, you could lose everything.
01:16:17Nothing's more important than you and our child.
01:16:38This emergency family meeting will come to order.
01:16:42I have proof.
01:16:43Miss Reed is not Adrian's loving bride-to-be.
01:16:49She's just a surrogate, paid to carry the Crawford heir.
01:16:56I have proof too.
01:16:58Medical records from Crawford Medical Center showing that Miss Reed underwent fertility treatment,
01:17:04for which she was generously compensated.
01:17:09Paid surrogacy.
01:17:10How common.
01:17:13All right, fine.
01:17:14You want the truth?
01:17:15Yes, it started with a surrogacy.
01:17:19But Lila, she's the woman I chose to be the mother of my child.
01:17:24And I won't let anyone here slander her.
01:17:27You want this arrangement?
01:17:28Fine.
01:17:31But then, it costs you everything.
01:17:35Resign from the company, give up your inheritance.
01:17:40The child can see in the family, of course.
01:17:43But the mother, well, her services won't be required after delivery.
01:17:54Yes, I did the IVF treatment.
01:17:57But I never, never saw this baby as a business transaction.
01:18:06You know what, you can say whatever you want about me.
01:18:10But don't you dare question my love for this child.
01:18:25Enough!
01:18:28I'm willing to give up everything.
01:18:30The company, the inheritance, all of it.
01:18:33But I won't give up her.
01:18:36She's my wife.
01:18:38The only one that I will ever want.
01:18:41We're getting married.
01:18:43Properly.
01:18:44Publicly.
01:18:47Fine.
01:18:49You want to throw away everything for this, for this woman.
01:18:54Then, you will get nothing from this family.
01:18:58Nothing!
01:18:59Sign it.
01:19:01Renounce your inheritance.
01:19:02All of it.
01:19:06No, no, no, no, no, Adrian, stop.
01:19:09I'm not worth losing everything for.
01:19:11You're worth everything.
01:19:15The company, the assets, I built them once.
01:19:18I can build them again.
01:19:20But you.
01:19:22You and our child.
01:19:24They're our real future.
01:19:25They're our real future.
01:19:30Still time to think it over, son.
01:19:40Let's go.
01:20:01Thanks.
01:20:04You've been at this for hours.
01:20:07I just got to finish this last chapter.
01:20:13I'll get you some food.
01:20:24What do you mean you're cancelling the contract?
01:20:27We've worked together for 10 years!
01:20:32No, no, no.
01:20:33Don't call Adrian.
01:20:35Hello?
01:20:36Hello?
01:20:37Hello?
01:20:38The Singapore merger just collapsed.
01:20:40They say they'll only work with Adrian.
01:20:42This is all your fault!
01:20:43You and your billion plan to get rid of him!
01:20:46My fault!
01:20:46You're the one who can't handle basic accounting!
01:20:49Enough!
01:20:51The board meeting starts in five minutes.
01:20:53Please tell me you have good news.
01:21:04Oh my god, this story sounds exactly like the powerful scandal.
01:21:09Wait, is this about the Adrian Crawford?
01:21:14The billionaire CEO giving up everything for love.
01:21:17I'm crying.
01:21:21Is everything okay?
01:21:23I think I just went viral.
01:21:26I figured out stories about us!
01:21:29Look!
01:21:30Should I be concerned about what else you've revealed about me?
01:21:49Have you seen the comments?
01:21:51They're calling us heartless villains!
01:21:54Can't believe they're trying to suppress
01:21:56the true love businesses!
01:21:59Crawford Industries loves my business!
01:22:01Team Adrian, all the way!
01:22:04Yes, Penguin Publishing.
01:22:06Um, sorry, I actually have Random House on the other line,
01:22:09so I'm gonna have to...
01:22:11The movie rights?
01:22:14Um, I'm sorry, I'm gonna have to call you right back.
01:22:17Okay, thank you.
01:22:18The movie rights!
01:22:20What?
01:22:21Oh my god!
01:22:21My wife is so popular now.
01:22:23I know!
01:22:28Your father?
01:22:33Son, the board wants you back.
01:22:37Take your position.
01:22:38Your inheritance.
01:22:40I'll have to ask my wife.
01:22:43What do you think, Mrs. Crawford?
01:22:47I'll have to ask my wife, Mrs. Crawford.
01:22:48I'll have to ask my wife, Mrs. Crawford.
01:22:49I'll have to ask my wife, Mrs. Crawford.
01:22:49I'll have to ask my wife, Mrs. Crawford.
01:22:50I'll have to ask my wife, Mrs. Crawford.
01:22:50First order of business.
01:22:51Starting without me.
01:22:53Perfect timing.
01:22:55I'm announcing your termination.
01:22:57You can't fire me.
01:22:59I'm a shareholder and a senior executive.
01:23:02The company crisis last month wasn't an accident.
01:23:06You and Ethan deliberately sabotaged our dealings.
01:23:09You can't prove any free email, every call, every secret meeting without competitors.
01:23:16All documented.
01:23:17Lawsuit's already been filed.
01:23:19You and Ethan will be hearing from our lawyers.
01:23:31Oh my god.
01:23:39Adrian, I think my water just broke.
01:23:43Yeah, come home.
01:23:48Mr. Crawford, the vote for new director.
01:23:56For her, he'd drop everything.
01:24:00Including a multi-billion dollar card.
01:24:11Before we vote, there is something you should know.
01:24:16Adrian and Lila were legally married two months ago.
01:24:21And they have my full blessing.
01:24:37Both my girls still awake?
01:24:45I'm just finishing.
01:24:48I should know.別
01:24:53falcons profiter in the description. I
01:24:53am afraid of my rains. I'm
01:24:53certain being rebuilt. I don't
01:24:53Good. Oh my
01:24:53for what I do? Oh. That's
01:25:00why I
01:25:00would be an effort. I do. I
01:25:01know what I do. Or also say a
01:25:01glory to the Holy Spirit. I dream to be
01:25:01approving you. I don't know
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