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Surrogate For My Ex's Billionaire Uncle
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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.
00:00:56No.
00:00:59I'm so sorry.
00:01:09Oh, my God.
00:01:59Oh, my God.
00:02:02My love, you're early.
00:02:05Why so shocked, babe?
00:02:07You're always talking about wanting to try new things.
00:02:13Come and join us.
00:02:19Three years.
00:02:21Three years.
00:02:22I wasted on you.
00:02:24God, I'm such an idiot.
00:02:27I was thinking I was going to have a baby with you.
00:02:30Oh, baby, sweetheart, you wouldn't even put out after three years and now you're thinking
00:02:37about playing mommy.
00:02:41Though, if you're finally ready to spread those legs, these lovely ladies can show you
00:02:48how it's done.
00:02:50Screw you.
00:03:02I'm not going to let you take this from me, too.
00:03:08You know what?
00:03:10I 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, through the words, Ivy League are educated, impeccable
00:03:40health 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 going to need a full medical history, specifically genetic disorders.
00:05:12Do you work out?
00:05:13Well, I 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.
00:05:39I 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.
00:05:52Thompson, 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, I can assure you performance has never been an issue.
00:06:29Now Thompson is gone, are 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, and 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, what 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, but considering the quality, I could, I could help, I
00:07:20can do paperwork, whatever.
00:07:22Thompson, bring in the contract.
00:07:32Oh, all of this?
00:07:33Seriously?
00:07:35Take your time to review, but the key point is after birth, the 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 surrogacy surrogacy the position
00:07:59you're interviewing for interview i'm headed by sperm you came to what i i thought you were a donor
00:08:07that's what that's why i was asking you all the questions about the history and stuff i thought
00:08:13you were here to be my surrogate right um well i guess i guess i've um made a mistake so
00:08:20i'm just
00:08:20gonna go wait a million dollars for carrying my child i want my own baby mr crawford not somebody
00:08:34else's ah you might need that
00:08:46clean this up bring in the next
00:08:56hello miss reed your father you need to come now okay i'm coming
00:09:23doctor how is he how is my father the cancer is pretty aggressively without immediate treatment
00:09:29then then do something save him is there is there a treatment you can do uh there is a new
00:09:36treatment okay then then let's do it but maybe it's uh quite expensive how much around one million
00:09:43dollars a million dollars yes can i get a a loan or something actually this is a new technology
00:09:52and there is no loan policy sorry
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00:10:34this is the last patch yes sir the blonde want to know about ring sizes and brunette ask
00:10:43about moving in, and the redhead...
00:10:47All of them want the Crawford name.
00:10:49It was qualified.
00:10:53She was refreshing.
00:10:56No pretense.
00:10:57No schemes.
00:10:59But she wasn't even here for surrogacy.
00:11:03Sometimes the best candidate isn't looking for the job.
00:11:18Hello.
00:11:19I'm the Reed. I'm Adrian Crawford.
00:11:31I've been thinking.
00:11:35About yesterday, I may have been a bit hasty.
00:11:39You're reconsidering.
00:11:41Don't sound so smug about it. I have my reasons.
00:11:44As do I.
00:11:47I'd like to propose a...
00:11:50modification to the original terms.
00:11:53What kind of modification?
00:11:55Joint custody.
00:11:56You wouldn't be just carrying the child.
00:11:58You'd be the baby's mother.
00:12:00Why would you agree to that?
00:12:01You're honest.
00:12:03Direct.
00:12:04No hidden agenda.
00:12:07Qualities I want in my child's mother.
00:12:09So I'd really get to be a part of the baby's life?
00:12:12Yes.
00:12:13But understand this clearly.
00:12:15We'll be parents.
00:12:16Nothing more.
00:12:17No romantic entanglements.
00:12:20No emotional expectations.
00:12:24Don't flutter yourself.
00:12:26God, rich man in their egos.
00:12:32Father.
00:12:33The board is getting impatient.
00:12:36Have you considered the arrangements I suggested?
00:12:39I've already made my own plans.
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.
00:12:51I won't let it be tainted by...
00:12:53I've already chosen my fiancée.
00:12:55What?
00:12:56We'll discuss this at dinner.
00:12:59Did I just get promoted from surrogate to fiancée?
00:13:08Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't you just say, just parents, nothing more?
00:13:15The situation requires adaptation.
00:13:20Hmm.
00:13:20Is that CEO talk for I change my mind?
00:13:23We need a convincing story.
00:13:25You'll be staying at my house during the pregnancy.
00:13:27And after the baby comes?
00:13:29We'll arrange for an amicable separation, continue parenting, and I'll, uh, arrange for any additional compensation for the complexity.
00:13:38The original amount is fine, but I am going to need it soon.
00:13:56Welcome to the family, Miss Reed.
00:14:07I think my whole apartment could fit in this entryway.
00:14:20Well, well, well.
00:14:22Missed me so much, you tracked me down.
00:14:24Oh.
00:14:29You can't get over me, huh?
00:14:33Following me here like a lost puppy?
00:14:35Following you?
00:14:36Why would I...
00:14:36What are you doing here?
00:14:39Sweetheart.
00:14:40This is my family's house.
00:14:42I'm sure you know that.
00:14:44Hmm.
00:14:45You never let me have sex with you.
00:14:47But look at you now, sneaking into my house.
00:14:51Finally realize what you're missing, baby.
00:14:53Get your hands off me, you creep.
00:14:56Playing hard to get used to be cute, but now?
00:14:59Come on, baby.
00:15:01We both know this is what you came here for.
00:15:04Uncle, what are you doing?
00:15:06Get your filthy hands off my fiance.
00:15:10Your, your, what?
00:15:12Fiance?
00:15:16Fiance?
00:15:17How could she be your fiance?
00:15:18She's just...
00:15:19Watch your mouth.
00:15:20Show some respect to your future aunt.
00:15:25This is crazy.
00:15:27You seriously don't know.
00:15:29I won't repeat myself.
00:15:31Stay away from my fiance.
00:15:33One more word?
00:15:33You can kiss that trust fund.
00:15:36Goodbye.
00:15:53You alright?
00:15:55Yeah, so...
00:15:57Ethan.
00:15:58He's your nephew.
00:16:01Then he's your...
00:16:03Well, he was...
00:16:04He's kinda...
00:16:06He was my boyfriend.
00:16:08I mean, ex-boyfriend.
00:16:09I mean, like, extremely ex-ex-boyfriend.
00:16:13I see.
00:16:16Tell him someone bring your things in shortly.
00:16:19Sorry.
00:16:23Um, so...
00:16:24Where am I staying?
00:16:28Here.
00:16:30What?
00:16:31Unless you prefer explaining to the staff why the happy couple sleep in separate rooms.
00:16:37Oh, of course.
00:16:38Fake engagement.
00:16:39Real roommates.
00:16:43Don't worry.
00:16:44I'll be a perfect gentleman.
00:17:11What are you doing?
00:17:13What are you doing?
00:17:15Fine.
00:17:15Don't cross it.
00:17:17Ever.
00:17:19For sure.
00:17:21Good.
00:17:37My plan worked perfectly.
00:17:43Wait.
00:17:44How did I...
00:17:54Sir, are you okay?
00:17:57Fine.
00:17:58Continue.
00:18:01Continue.
00:18:07Stay on your side.
00:18:15Lila, wake up.
00:18:21Lila, please.
00:18:25Lila, please.
00:18:42Control.
00:18:43This is the next game.
00:18:45Control.
00:19:01Sorry, I didn't see you there.
00:19:06You're always in the way.
00:19:11Ah, my brother's mysterious fiancé.
00:19:16Mrs. Crawford.
00:19:17Catherine, please. We're family now. Supposedly.
00:19:22Helen, tea, please.
00:19:24Yes, Mrs. Crawford?
00:19:28So tell me, dear, how did you and Adrian meet exactly?
00:19:33Through mutual friends.
00:19:37Oh, really? Mutual friends.
00:19:42Dear, what friend of Adrian's would possibly move in your social circles?
00:19:48Unless this is more of a business arrangement?
00:19:52I'm sorry?
00:19:53Well, a 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 fiancé, your presence is required.
00:20:20I'd be honored.
00:20:22Hmm.
00:20:23Perfect.
00:20:23I'm sure you can find something more appropriate to wear.
00:20:30You can go now.
00:20:43Excuse me, Miss Ri.
00:20:44I need to clean.
00:20:45Of course.
00:20:46Let me just move this.
00:20:52Is this what you're wearing to the family dinner?
00:20:56How creative.
00:20:58Must be hiding your family, watching you chase after rich men.
00:21:03Let me help you with this.
00:21:05My dress!
00:21:07How clumsy of me.
00:21:09You did that on purpose.
00:21:11Do you think you can really marry Mr. Crawford?
00:21:13She was just trash trying to climb the social ladder.
00:21:20Mr. Crawford!
00:21:22She just attacked me!
00:21:26I was trying to help with the-
00:21:27Get out!
00:21:28But I was just-
00:21:29One more word and you're fired.
00:21:33Get out.
00:21:41What happened?
00:21:42Nothing.
00:21:43I need some space.
00:21:45I 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?
00:22:36How'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.
00:22:50How's the happy one?
00:22:56How's the happy one?
00:23:00I'm here.
00:23:15How's the happy one?
00:23:16This is so cute.
00:23:16How are you carrying on the outside?
00:23:16No.
00:23:16I'm here.
00:23:32Focus. This is just a simple medical procedure. Just pretend she's not right outside.
00:23:45Mr. Crawford, is everything okay in there?
00:23:48Um, 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, what do you need me to...
00:24:21Oh, you're... Oh, you're...
00:24:24I'm, I'm so sorry. I didn't, I didn't realize. I'm just, I'm just gonna just go somewhere.
00:24:30I just need you somewhere very far.
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.
00:25:12Thanks.
00:25:17Well, the hormone shots were a part of the agreement, and any resulting pain is technically
00:25:22a work-related issue, and as your employer, I have a duty of care.
00:25:28Okay.
00:25:54Purely professional care.
00:26:06Purely professional, huh?
00:26:16Adrian.
00:26:20About this weekend.
00:26:21I'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 probably never had a proper watch in her
00:26:43life.
00:26:44I introduce him to the Lawson heiress, the senator's daughter.
00:26:48I don't understand why he picked this gold digger from God knows where.
00:26:53What did you say she did, Ethan? Retail?
00:26:57Well...
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.
00:27:16Shhh!
00:27:16Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha,
00:27:20ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha.
00:27:35It's so hard to look the part.
00:27:38James!
00:27:39Do 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.
00:28:08Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha.
00:28:09I may not have been born into privilege,
00:28:12but 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?
00:28:24How much, how much will it take you to disappear?
00:28:28Name your price.
00:28:32Name your price.
00:28:33The 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.
00:28:50Mama.
00:28:53You can do this.
00:28:59Getting all dressed up for me.
00:29:02Baby.
00:29:06What's the rush?
00:29:07We'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?
00:29:21Run off me, bastard!
00:29:23Careful, Mel.
00:29:25One scream from you and everyone at dinner's gonna know
00:29:28what kind of girl you really are.
00:29:30Now.
00:29:32Where were we?
00:29:41Everything alright, dear?
00:29:43You look...
00:29:44flushed.
00:29:45So.
00:29:46As I was saying about...
00:29:51Stop it!
00:29:53Something wrong, Miss Reed?
00:29:55No, I just...
00:29:56Stop 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 who received her.
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 wanna 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...
00:30:41Refused me several times.
00:30:43Called me too arrogant.
00:30:44Too controlling.
00:30:45First woman who dared to stand out to me.
00:30:48And that's when I knew I had to have her.
00:30:50I didn't mind her.
00:30:55I didn't mind her.
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, Liam.
00:31:06What?
00:31:07What's the merger?
00:31:10Yes, sir.
00:31:12Funny 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.
00:31:57You manipulative little trick.
00:31:59Face it, Uncle.
00:32:00You're just another rung on her ladder to the top.
00:32:06Oh!
00:32:14That's for every lie you just told!
00:32:19Adrian!
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.
00:32:32I shouldn't have left you alone with that.
00:32:34Thank you for coming back.
00:32:35I'm sorry.
00:32:35And for making up such a beautiful story about us.
00:32:43Your hands, what happened?
00:33:00As my fiancée, you have access to the family accounts.
00:33:04I expect you to use them.
00:33:05I 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 a husband and a 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.
00:33:59So...
00:34:00I mean...
00:34:01Good 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 her 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.
00:34:58Look 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.
00:35:12Now she's got Mr. Crawford wrapped around her finger.
00:35:45Adrian!
00:35:46Hmm, not quite. Looking a bit unstable there, baby.
00:35:49Let go of me!
00:35:51Come on, you used to love being in my arms.
00:35:54Remember how we would spend hours at the cafe?
00:35:58You would lean into me while reading your favorite book?
00:36:01Did she?
00:36:04Adrian! I was just getting food, I swear.
00:36:11Get out!
00:36:16My stomach.
00:36:18Lyla, what's wrong?
00:36:18My stomach, I think that there's something wrong.
00:36:21If anything, anything happens to my fiancé or child, I can't guarantee what I'll do.
00:36:28And you, what you want, you'll never have.
00:36:33Never.
00:36:40Child.
00:36:41Three years she wouldn't let me touch her.
00:36:44And a few weeks with my uncle, and she's carrying his child.
00:36:48You want the perfect family?
00:36:53Well...
00:36:53It's not gonna happen.
00:37:06Thompson, clear my schedule.
00:37:08Everything over the next month goes to Jack.
00:37:10Sir, what happened?
00:37:11Do you need my help?
00:37:12You can't help on this one.
00:37:14Just do what I say.
00:37:17You and Ethan, you've never really gotten along, have you?
00:37:24Why is that?
00:37:31You seem very concerned about him.
00:37:34I, I just...
00:37:35Just get some rest.
00:37:36It's been a rough day for you.
00:37:38Adrian, why did you choose to believe me just now?
00:37:42No reason.
00:37:44I just know you're not like that.
00:37:46Thanks.
00:37:47Get some rest.
00:37:49Do whatever makes you comfortable.
00:37:51Anything at all, I'll be around.
00:37:53Anything I want?
00:37:55Are you sure about that?
00:38:09What the...
00:38:23What are you doing?
00:38:24This isn't nutritious.
00:38:27The baby wants chocolate.
00:38:30The baby wants chocolate.
00:38:32Yeah.
00:38:33And chips and ice cream.
00:38:35You wouldn't want to deny your child, would you?
00:38:39I've been researching optimal pregnancy nutrition.
00:38:43See, week by week guidelines.
00:38:45Okay, okay, okay.
00:38:46How about a compromise?
00:38:48One treat per day.
00:38:51Half a treat.
00:38:53Three quarters.
00:38:54Five hours.
00:38:55I weeps.
00:39:14I've been working on
00:39:15Maybe the unexpected.
00:39:15How many kids came to this task?
00:39:15How many kids came to this task?
00:39:16He's a kid.
00:39:17Yoss говорят, I've got two or two or three.
00:39:18You're sick.
00:39:20Really?
00:39:21Really?
00:39:23Everything looks wonderful.
00:39:25Now that we're in the stable period,
00:39:27I would recommend you starting some prenatal exercise.
00:39:31What kind of exercise?
00:39:35Now, hold her from behind in a maternal pose.
00:39:45Maybe we should skip this part.
00:39:48Good training.
00:39:49Let's do it properly.
00:39:50Guide her arms up.
00:40:00This is a little intimate.
00:40:03And now, the supporting stretch.
00:40:17Beautiful form, Mr. Crawford and Mrs. Crawford.
00:40:22Maybe we should continue this album.
00:40:23Yeah.
00:40:25Please.
00:40:43The Charity Gala isn't a test.
00:40:46Your father specifically invited me to attend.
00:41:08You look perfect.
00:41:12Just be yourself.
00:41:18Then... this... this is not me.
00:41:41Adrian!
00:41:43It's been too long.
00:41:49You look... exactly the same.
00:42:02And you must be the fiancée.
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 Colford was engaged. I knew it was you, Vivian.
00:42:40When is the wedding?
00:42:45Actually, I'd like to introduce you all to my fiancée, Lala Reid.
00:42:56We're expecting our first child and of course you're all welcome to the wedding.
00:43:01She's pregnant?
00:43:03Oh, 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?
00:43:16Adrian chose for over Vivian? Is he crazy?
00:43:20Oh, Benji, how have you been?
00:43:22Great. Let's go, Ben.
00:43:31They can be so judgemental, 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.
00:44:05Drinking? I thought you were pregnant.
00:44:08None of your business.
00:44:13You know how Adrian is. Always has to win.
00:44:17Especially against me.
00:44:18He hates when I take things from him.
00:44:21What are you talking about?
00:44:29Perfect couple, right?
00:44:33Until...
00:44:36Vivian fell madly in love with me.
00:44:39Leaving dear uncle heartbroken.
00:44:42Since then...
00:44:44Whatever I want...
00:44:46He has to take.
00:44:48Whatever I have...
00:44:50He has to win.
00:44:51Like you.
00:44:54What you want, you never have.
00:44:57Never.
00:44:59You and Ethan...
00:45:00You've never really...
00:45:02Gone along, have you?
00:45:04You don't get it.
00:45:06Stop being naive.
00:45:07You're just his tool for revenge.
00:45:18I'm just his tool for revenge?
00:45:33I'm just his tool for revenge?
00:45:34What do you think you're doing?
00:45:36You are pregnant. Why are you drinking?
00:45:38Oh, now you care.
00:45:43It's soda. I know what I'm doing.
00:45:59What happened back there?
00:46:01Talk to me.
00:46:04My love, I am worried.
00:46:06So you talk to Ethan, but not me.
00:46:10Oh, you do care so much about your nephew, don't you?
00:46:14I'm sorry.
00:46:28Dylan, open the door.
00:46:32Please.
00:46:33Peace.
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 or 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.
00:47:31Lily, you've been so strange since yesterday.
00:47:34Why?
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 you immediately.
00:48:09I'm in the middle of something.
00:48:11The board is waiting 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.
00:48:25Business 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 your sudden marriage plans indicate obstacle decision making.
00:48:57Several executors are questioning if someone so personally distracted should and hurt the company.
00:49:23Mr. Crawford, we've been discussing my personal life.
00:49:26Your 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?
00:50:43Now, shall we discuss the merger?
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.
00:51:07Ever 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.
00:51:19Yeah, 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.
00:51:52Adrian 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 stay home and gestate.
00:52:12That's all she's good for.
00:52:16Get out!
00:52:17Both of you!
00:52:18How dare you!
00:52:19If you dare mention my wife's name again.
00:52:21I will burn Crawford Industries to the ground before either of you get to touch it.
00:52:26Adrian, be reasonable.
00:52:28She is worth a thousand of you.
00:52:32Tomorrow, 9am, Vivian starts.
00:52:35No discussion.
00:52:38Is that all?
00:52:39Yes, for now.
00:52:41But don't disappoint me again.
00:53:10No discussion.
00:53:18Stop it! Stop checking. This is ridiculous. I was independent before. I don't need a man
00:53:29to make me breakfast in bed and to hold me whilst I sleep. No! I'm not going to be that
00:53:37girl. I can make my own meals. I don't need his perfectly prepared little plates or his
00:53:47nutritional spreadsheets. A broodmare. Way to get back at Ethan.
00:54:02Follow! I'm fine! You're not fine. Hospital, now! I'm fine!
00:54:22Thanks. I know we've had our differences but I really appreciated you today.
00:54:29You know, you used to look at me like that. All sweet. Sincere.
00:54:36Don't. Why not? Is there really no chance for us?
00:54:41Ethan. Lila, he's just using you. You're his revenge against me. A tool. And you deserve better than that.
00:54:54Adrian, stop! What are you doing? I'm protecting you. From what? He's helping. He bought me here. My hand was
00:55:02bleeding.
00:55:02So now you're defending him. No, I'm defending the truth. Sometimes, I guess people surprise you.
00:55:10I see. Adrian. I'll call the doctor to come.
00:55:20I want a full blood panel. Fetal monitoring. Bring the OB-GYN down immediately.
00:55:25Sir, it's just a minor car. I want a full prenatal checkup.
00:55:29I've already spoken to Dr. Anderson. He's going to be down here in ten minutes.
00:55:33Always so controlled. Aren't you, Uncle? Some of us actually know how to make Lila happy.
00:55:42Remember our beach dates? How you said I was the most fun you ever had?
00:55:52Thompson, bring in the catering. The Michelin star one. Lila says she's got a hankering for Australian Wagyu beef.
00:56:00Oh, well done. No sauce.
00:56:03I don't think that I did say...
00:56:05How about when we watched your favorite movie?
00:56:08Pride and Prejudice. BBC adaptation, 1995.
00:56:11She likes to watch it when she's still stressed.
00:56:14Which is why I upgraded out-home theater system.
00:56:17To have all the original films from the BBC archive.
00:56:20You did what?
00:56:21Wow!
00:56:25Using money to get to her heart.
00:56:27Huh, Uncle?
00:56:32The Alstheimer's Wing is fully renovated.
00:56:35Named after Lila's grandmother, as she mentioned.
00:56:38Oh, it's fully funded.
00:56:41Anonymous donor.
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. They should arrive shortly.
00:57:13They're custom formulated to her blood and genetic profile.
00:57:17Wow, you 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. We should leave. Let her rest.
00:57:43Is this just another competition, Ethan?
00:57:45Or does he actually care?
00:57:57Hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm.
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!
00:58:26Or 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.
00:58:58We 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...
00:59:07I never took it as seriously as you pretended to.
00:59:12But Lila?
00:59:13She's different.
00:59:14She's real.
00:59:16A pregnant gold digger isn't real?
00:59:19Please.
00:59:26I 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.
00:59:50Your hand.
00:59:52It's nothing.
00:59:54I need to tell you something.
00:59:57I'm gonna be a mother.
00:59:59Is it that Ethan boys?
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...
01:00:20Sorry I couldn't...
01:00:22Couldn't give you better.
01:00:24If only I were healthy.
01:00:26If I could work.
01:00:27Daddy don't.
01:00:30The 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. It'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. Facts.
01:01:11I've already arranged a transfer to a private medical facility.
01:01:14Full treatment plan. Best specialists.
01:01:17Adrian.
01:01:17I can't.
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.
01:01:36Well...
01:01:38Maybe...
01:01:38I can stop worrying now.
01:01:49For...
01:01:50What 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.
01:02:06Laila, I need to tell you something.
01:02:08I'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...
01:02:17I realized...
01:02:19You've become everything to me.
01:02:21You're not my surrogate.
01:02:25You're not my convenient fiancé.
01:02:29You're my partner.
01:02:31If you have me.
01:02:35But what about...
01:02:37Ethan and Vivian?
01:02:39What about them?
01:02:42Aren't you trying to just get revenge on Ethan and...
01:02:45Revenge?
01:02:46I never loved Vivian.
01:02:48And Ethan, he's not worth his 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?
01:03:06I...
01:03:06The thought of you with him.
01:03:08Wow.
01:03:10The great Mr. Crawford.
01:03:12Jealous.
01:03:13Don't mention it.
01:03:14I have a reputation to maintain.
01:03:15Hmm.
01:03:29I'm not letting you go.
01:03:31Not ever.
01:03:41Surrogacy?
01:03:43Contract marriage?
01:03:44Oh, this is too perfect.
01:04:20Uh...
01:04:21Whiskey.
01:04:22Neat.
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.
01:04:35Your perfect uncle?
01:04:37He hired her.
01:04:39She'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.
01:04:55They'll reveal everything.
01:04:57Until then, let's gather more evidence.
01:04:58Once...
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...
01:05:40Ethan's in meetings all afternoon.
01:05:42That's okay. I don't mind waiting.
01:05:45These documents require his immediate attention.
01:05:52Would you mind getting me some tea, dear?
01:06:00I'm sorry to see agreements.
01:06:02I've got no contracts.
01:06:05Come on.
01:06:07The train's always so organized.
01:06:09Where is everything?
01:06:18It's just a stupid cat.
01:06:21No!
01:06:24No!
01:06:25No!
01:06:27No!
01:06:27No!
01:06:28No!
01:06:32Are you okay?
01:06:34You're a beast!
01:06:36Attack me!
01:06:36I...
01:06:37I need your bathroom.
01:06:39Now!
01:06:48Adrian...
01:06:49I'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.
01:07:06Lil doesn't have to know.
01:07:08She's already asleep.
01:07:11It could just be our little secret.
01:07:16Here?
01:07:18In the living room?
01:07:21Whatever you want.
01:07:23Someone might see us.
01:07:25Are you scared?
01:07:30I know somewhere more...
01:07:32private.
01:07:41Where are we going?
01:07:42Can't risk being interrupted, can we?
01:07:46Ladies first?
01:07:51Enjoy the fresh air.
01:07:53Adrian!
01:07:54Adrian!
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 will sue you so hard!
01:08:13Adrian!
01:08:14Adrian!
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!
01:08:34Yes!
01:08:38Though, 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 fiance tonight.
01:08:51The thing is, her and I were together until very recently.
01:08:59I know, I know, I know.
01:09:02But 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.
01:09:15Everyone!
01:09:16I'd like to introduce you to my fiancee, 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.
01:09:56Come 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.
01:10:13The real hero of the hour!
01:10:15Wow!
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?
01:10:58Well, I think we both know what your role is.
01:11:04He's wrong.
01:11:05He has to be wrong.
01:11:25Everyone in this world has their place.
01:11:27Their purpose.
01:11:30Maybe it's time I found mine again.
01:11:53Maybe when's the last time you ate something?
01:11:56I don't know.
01:11:58Breakfast.
01:11:59Yesterday's breakfast.
01:12:00Yesterday'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.
01:12:28I 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.
01:13:12Doctor.
01:13:18Everything will be open.
01:13:32Dr. Anderson.
01:13:41Let's talk about...
01:13:42Adrian Crawford's arrangement.
01:13:45Was it a...
01:13:47Surrogacy contract?
01:13:50Mr. Harrington.
01:13:52Dr. Patient Confidentiality.
01:13:55I hear that the new hospital complex
01:13:59is looking for department heads.
01:14:02Wouldn't it be a shame if...
01:14:05your name was...
01:14:07mysteriously removed from the list?
01:14:13Now.
01:14:14About those hospital records.
01:14:32Oh, my God.
01:14:36Oh, my God.
01:14:38Oh, my God.
01:14:41Surrogacy.
01:14:43Surrogacy.
01:14:44Five generations of Crawford dignity
01:14:48destroyed by tabloid gossip.
01:14:51I knew that girl was hiding something.
01:14:57Did you?
01:14:58Did you?
01:14:59Did you really pay some nobody to carry your heir?
01:15:02Tell me it isn't true.
01:15:12You...
01:15:13It's your doing.
01:15:16I...
01:15:17Adrian.
01:15:20I 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
01:15:33who 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.
01:15:45We do.
01:15:46I do need your help.
01:15:49Please...
01:15:50Never 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 exposed the truth about our arrangement,
01:16:13you could lose everything.
01:16:17Nothing's more important
01:16:18than you and our child.
01:16:38This emergency family meeting
01:16:41will come to order.
01:16:42I have proof.
01:16:44Miss Reed is not Adrian's loving bride-to-be.
01:16:49She's just a surrogate.
01:16:51Paid to carry the Crawford heir.
01:16:56I have proof too.
01:16:59Medical records from Crawford Medical Center
01:17:01showing 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.
01:17:16It started with a surrogacy.
01:17:19But Lila, she's the woman I chose to be the mother of my child.
01:17:23And I won't let anyone here slander her.
01:17:27You want this arrangement?
01:17:28Fine.
01:17:30But 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.
01:17:55I 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.
01:18:09But don't you dare question my love for this child.
01:18:28I'm willing to give up everything. The company, the inheritance, all of it.
01:18:33But I won't give up her.
01:18:37She's my wife. The only one that I will ever want.
01:18:41We're getting married. Properly. Publicly.
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. Renounce your inheritance. All of it.
01:19:06No, no, no, no, no. Adrian, stop.
01:19:09Not worth losing everything for.
01:19:11You're worth everything.
01:19:15The company, the assets, I built them once.
01:19:19I can build them again.
01:19:20But you.
01:19:22You and our child.
01:19:24We're our real future.
01:19:29Still time to...
01:19:31Think it over, son.
01:19:40Let's go.
01:20:01Thanks.
01:20:04You've been at this for hours.
01:20:07I just gotta finish this last chapter.
01:20:13I'll get you some food.
01:20:24What do you mean you're cancelling the contract? We've worked together for ten years!
01:20:32No, no, no. Don't call Adrian.
01:20:35Hello?
01:20:36Hello?
01:20:38The Singapore merger just collapsed.
01:20:40They say they'll only work with Adrian.
01:20:41This is all your fault!
01:20:43You and your billion plan to get rid of them.
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 Count 4 scandal.
01:21:08Wait, is this about the...
01:21:11Adrian Crawford?
01:21:14The billionaire say you're 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, look!
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!
01:21:55Can't believe they're trying to surprise them.
01:21:57True love is this.
01:21:59Crawford Industries lost my business.
01:22:01Team Adrian, all the way.
01:22:04Yes, Penguin Publishing.
01:22:06Sorry, I actually have Random House on the other line, so I'm going to have to...
01:22:11The movie rights?
01:22:15Sorry, I'm going to have to call you right back.
01:22:16Okay, thank you.
01:22:18Don't put me right.
01:22:20Oh my god.
01:22:21My wife is so popular now.
01:22:23I know.
01:22:28Your father?
01:22:34Son.
01:22:35The 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?
01:22:50First 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.
01:23:33Yeah.
01:23:41I think my water just broke.
01:23:44Yeah.
01:23:45Come home.
01:23:48Mr. Crawford, the vote for new director.
01:23:50Mr. Crawford.
01:23:56For her, he'd drop everything.
01:24:00Including a multi-billion dollar count.
01:24:11Before we vote, there is something you should know.
01:24:15Adrian 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.
01:24:48At the time in.
01:24:49At the time.
01:25:00You shall find a way.
01:25:02We have an idea of the reality.
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