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00:00:04urgent urgent to be in someone else's bed
00:00:11i've made my decision about the classified research project who's the candidate
00:00:16me i'll come by tomorrow to fill out the forms
00:00:33miss me babe here a gift you'll have to guess the password to open it you're the only gift i
00:00:41want
00:00:43there's only one like it in the world you like it don't you
00:00:49if it's truly one of a kind then yes i love it
00:00:56sell this asap send the money here
00:01:14come here give me a hug something urgent came up at the institute i've got to leave now
00:01:23once work calms down let's go to midstream island
00:01:32sure when things settle down
00:01:41you're seriously here to submit the application you should have discussed it with mark
00:01:50that bastard i'll make him crawl on his knees begging for mercy come on we're going back
00:01:56i'll make him beg no i want him to truly regret everything
00:02:05come on
00:02:06come on elmar be good oh good i miss you miss you so much
00:02:32let go of me
00:02:35stella please let me explain wipe her lipstick off your mouth before you start talking
00:02:44it's not what it looks like she's the daughter of a potential investor her culture is just
00:02:49relaxed i swear i'll be more careful is that how you secure investments by getting that close to
00:02:55their daughters it's for work can you not blow this out of proportion if you're done with me mark
00:03:01just be honest i'll give you the divorce you want
00:03:07don't you ever say that divorce is not an option
00:03:14we work through things
00:03:17work through what him sleeping with someone else
00:03:23it's nothing i saw the name sweetheart wild thing
00:03:48don't you ever say that divorce is not an option
00:03:49clear them all out
00:04:07sorry this card's no longer valid that's a premium card
00:04:10it can't be canceled
00:04:14it's canceled now
00:04:16what's gotten into you you're disgraceful
00:04:25how dare you lay a hand on him you lay a hand on me again and i'll hit him twice
00:04:30as hard
00:04:32didn't i have every reason to slap you
00:04:34very soon
00:04:39still
00:04:46when will you learn spanish
00:04:51Ah, Mark, you must really love me, huh?
00:04:57He's okay, he's hurt, what are you doing?
00:04:59Stella!
00:05:00What is it, Mr. Walsh?
00:05:02Haley's just a friend.
00:05:04Do you have to humiliate us in public?
00:05:10Even if I walk in on you in bed, I should protect the family name?
00:05:15She's just a friend!
00:05:19All right, then, I'll go find myself a friend, too.
00:05:21And I'll do everything you and Haley have done.
00:05:26And you, dear husband, don't get jealous.
00:05:49Mark, this is the end of us.
00:06:03This ring has trapped me for three years.
00:06:05It's time to end it.
00:06:21Whiskey on the rocks.
00:06:28Where the hell is she?
00:06:55Same.
00:07:01She wouldn't dare go to someone else!
00:07:04Calm down, she's just throwing a fit.
00:07:07Insane woman, what a disgrace.
00:07:18Want to be my one-night stand?
00:07:22Don't worry, I'm fun and clean.
00:07:26Ma'am, you're drunk.
00:07:28You're drunk.
00:07:28You're drunk.
00:07:32Get out of me.
00:07:43Get out of me.
00:07:46Come on.
00:07:46Get out of me.
00:07:50Let's do it.
00:07:51Get out of me.
00:07:53Okay.
00:07:54Let's do it.
00:07:56What are you doing?
00:07:57I got out of me.
00:07:58Let's do it.
00:07:59We're going home.
00:08:02I'm not going anywhere.
00:08:05What are you doing acting like this?
00:08:14She doesn't want to. Don't force her.
00:08:17Who are you? This is none of your business.
00:08:26He's my friend.
00:08:28All right, then. I'll go find myself a friend, too.
00:08:30And I'll do everything you and Haley have done.
00:08:37Mark, calm down. Let's go.
00:08:41Friends? Is that what you call it last night?
00:08:46Stop lying.
00:08:47Stop acting.
00:08:49I see right through you.
00:08:56Let's go. Now!
00:09:00I said don't force her.
00:09:11I want a divorce.
00:09:16No!
00:09:17We don't do divorce!
00:09:23Sorry, it's Saria.
00:09:25Come on.
00:09:35I don't know.
00:10:05The big shot is coming today.
00:10:08Just focus on work.
00:10:21He's so hot.
00:10:22You're blushing.
00:10:25I'm William, your project lead.
00:10:29I believe we are on track for you.
00:10:35Stella, your turn.
00:10:41The core of this patent is its innovative approach to energy harvesting.
00:10:45Do, do, do, do.
00:10:52Heh!
00:10:58Here we go!
00:11:17How long do you plan to hide?
00:11:18I wasn't hiding.
00:11:23Put this on.
00:11:30I'll return it later.
00:12:00I'll return it later.
00:12:04None of your business.
00:12:10It's another man's coat!
00:12:13You're wearing another man's coat!
00:12:15We're divorcing.
00:12:17You don't get to control me.
00:12:21We're talking at home.
00:12:23No!
00:12:25No!
00:12:27No!
00:12:33No!
00:12:46No!
00:12:48No!
00:12:50No!
00:12:52No!
00:12:53No!
00:12:58No!
00:12:59You really dare leave me?
00:13:03Stop this.
00:13:05Let's fix this.
00:13:06It's too late.
00:13:12No!
00:13:13No!
00:13:16No!
00:13:18No!
00:13:24A friend brought back a box of ultra-thin condoms from Rascate.
00:13:29Want to give them a try tonight?
00:14:09A friend brought back a box of ultra-thin condoms from Rascate.
00:14:10Stella, don't be like this.
00:14:11You know you're the only one I care about.
00:14:14Let me freshen up first, okay?
00:14:15No need, I don't mind.
00:14:19I want tonight to feel special.
00:14:21Something to remember.
00:14:22I won't take long.
00:14:333, 2, 1...
00:14:39Stella, something urgent came up at the office.
00:14:41I've gotta go.
00:14:45Don't wait up for me, just get some rest after your shower.
00:14:55You swore you loved me, but you never even see me.
00:14:57You never saw that I was already gone.
00:15:11Goodbye, Mark.
00:15:14Stella?
00:15:15Stella?
00:15:17You...
00:15:17You came back.
00:15:29What are you burning?
00:15:38Weird, how come Mark's back so early today?
00:15:40What are you burning?
00:15:42Nothing important.
00:15:43Just old junk.
00:15:44Why are you back?
00:15:46Forgot something.
00:15:47I'll just run upstairs and grab it.
00:15:54I'm sorry, Stella.
00:15:55Work has been non-stop.
00:15:56I promise I'll make it up to you.
00:15:59His phone lit up.
00:16:00I saw Haley's name.
00:16:02I've gotta run.
00:16:05How come he's heading out this late at night?
00:16:07He's definitely got something to hide.
00:16:10The entire box was gone.
00:16:12He took them all for her.
00:16:15He was just in this room and didn't even notice our wedding photo is missing.
00:16:20Now that Mark's not here, I can finally get a proper night's sleep.
00:16:27Laney, is Mr. Briggs not in today?
00:16:30Why the sudden interest in the boss?
00:16:31It's not like that.
00:16:33I had an accident, my period, and he lent me his coat.
00:16:35I'm just returning it.
00:16:36Relax, he's in meetings all day.
00:16:38You won't catch him.
00:16:39Mr. Briggs, the jacket you lent me was custom made, so I bought another of equal value.
00:16:44If you're not satisfied, feel free to contact me.
00:16:48And I wrote down my number.
00:16:53My phone rang.
00:16:55It was my husband Mark's assistant.
00:16:59Calling about the patents I'd let him use for free for years.
00:17:05He can't even call me himself.
00:17:07He sends an assistant to handle business.
00:17:10Tell him not to bother.
00:17:11I'm coming to the office.
00:17:13Today.
00:17:31Mrs. Walsh.
00:17:32It's been a while.
00:17:33What brings you in?
00:17:34I'm here to sign a contract.
00:17:36Is Mark in his office?
00:17:38He should be, yes.
00:17:43Mrs. Walsh, you're here.
00:17:47Let me show you to the legal department.
00:17:49I know the way, Cody.
00:17:50Move.
00:17:56Please, maybe we should wait.
00:17:57He's in a meeting.
00:17:59Stop it.
00:18:01You love it.
00:18:02A meeting?
00:18:03Is that what he calls her?
00:18:05Mrs. Walsh, it's not what it looks like.
00:18:08It looks like my husband is entertaining a guest.
00:18:11I should go say hello.
00:18:20Urgent?
00:18:22Urgent to be in someone else's bed.
00:18:28I've made my decision about the classified research project.
00:18:31Who's the candidate?
00:18:33Me.
00:18:33I'll come by tomorrow to fill out the forms.
00:18:49Miss me, babe?
00:18:52Here.
00:18:53A gift.
00:18:54You'll have to guess the password to open it.
00:18:57You're the only gift I want.
00:19:00There's only one like it in the world.
00:19:01You like it, don't you?
00:19:06If it's truly one of a kind, then yes, I love it.
00:19:12Sell this, ASAP.
00:19:14Send the money here.
00:19:30Come here, give me a hug.
00:19:33Something urgent came up at the institute.
00:19:35I've gotta leave now.
00:19:40Once work calms down, let's go to Midstream Island.
00:19:45Same everyday, feelings and pain.
00:19:48Sure, when things settle down.
00:19:56Mrs. Walsh, are you okay?
00:19:57He pushed you so hard.
00:19:58Get your hands off me, Cody.
00:20:00Stella, enough with the drama.
00:20:01I already told you, this isn't what you think.
00:20:03Why do you keep attacking Haley?
00:20:04Mrs. Smith, I'm sorry on her behalf.
00:20:06She didn't mean it.
00:20:07For you, Mark, I'll let it slide.
00:20:09But she better get lost and stay away from this company.
00:20:12Stella, this is a workplace.
00:20:14Can we not make a scene?
00:20:16Save the fake politeness.
00:20:18I'll leave when I'm done.
00:20:19But Mark, you are truly disgusting.
00:20:28I'm done selling my patent.
00:20:30The contract has expired and our partnership is over.
00:20:33Mrs. Walsh, is there a problem?
00:20:35This patent is a cornerstone of our business.
00:20:38No issues.
00:20:40I've simply found a new buyer.
00:20:44Stella, if you're upset, take it out on me.
00:20:46Hit me, yell at me, whatever you want.
00:20:47But don't mess around with the patent.
00:20:49Let's talk about this at home.
00:20:50You still think I'm just being emotional?
00:20:52That you can coax me back in line?
00:20:54I'm not joking.
00:20:54The deal is off.
00:20:55If your company continues using my patent,
00:20:57my lawyer will file for compensation.
00:21:01Mr. Walsh, what's going on?
00:21:02If she pulls the patent, we're in trouble.
00:21:04Multiple projects will fail.
00:21:05I'll handle it.
00:21:06Stella!
00:21:30William, what are you doing in my car?
00:21:33Ms. Russell, if you needed a ride, you could have asked.
00:21:36Climbing into my car like this is a bit bold.
00:21:39I'm so sorry, I didn't realize this was your car.
00:21:42My mistake.
00:21:43I'll get out.
00:21:43Wait.
00:21:44Yes, Mr. Briggs?
00:21:45I saw the note in the jacket you returned.
00:21:48I'd rather you focus on your responsibilities.
00:21:50Show some professionalism.
00:22:01Stella!
00:22:02Oh my god, I'm so sorry.
00:22:04Let me see.
00:22:04Wait.
00:22:05This is already swollen.
00:22:08This wasn't me.
00:22:09What happened?
00:22:10It's okay, Lainey.
00:22:11It's not your fault.
00:22:12I'll be fine.
00:22:13Don't lie to me.
00:22:15You went to see Mark today.
00:22:17Did that scum ad lay a hand on you?
00:22:24Unbelievable!
00:22:25You're his wife!
00:22:26How dare he hit you over some other woman!
00:22:30Maybe he was always this man, and I was just too blind to see it.
00:22:40Speak of the devil.
00:22:42It's Mark.
00:22:51How dare you keep calling her?
00:22:53You cheat on her?
00:22:54You hit her and now you think she wants to hear your voice?
00:22:56I'm her real friend.
00:22:58When you hurt her, it is my business.
00:23:09She's my friend, Mark.
00:23:10The least you can do is show her some respect.
00:23:13Hearing your voice disgusts me.
00:23:15I don't, Estella.
00:23:17Let me just rex.
00:23:18You honestly make me sick.
00:23:20You want both women?
00:23:21Do you hear how pathetic that sounds?
00:23:24If your coworks and boss see me, that won't be good for you.
00:23:28So come home.
00:23:32Fine.
00:23:34I'll go back after I finish up here.
00:23:37What if he hits you again?
00:23:39Let me come with you.
00:23:41He won't.
00:23:42Trust me, he wouldn't dare.
00:23:48I had the chef make all your favorites.
00:23:49Come on, let's eat.
00:24:00Stella, about earlier.
00:24:02Haley's family has deep ties to our company.
00:24:04I can't afford to upset them.
00:24:05I went too far with you.
00:24:06Right.
00:24:07That's why I'm giving you full admin access to the security system.
00:24:12This company is yours too.
00:24:14You're half the boss here.
00:24:15I promise.
00:24:16This won't happen again.
00:24:18Today was the last time.
00:24:20Just trust me.
00:24:22Half the boss, huh?
00:24:23Is that your way of saying you'll keep using my patent without paying a cent?
00:24:30Still, don't be upset.
00:24:32Haley is just a friend.
00:24:34Her parents are important business partners, that's all.
00:24:40A friend?
00:24:42Would you kiss a friend like that?
00:24:43Hold her in your arms in your office?
00:24:46Let's not talk about that.
00:24:48Stella, let's have a baby.
00:24:51A baby?
00:24:52Yes!
00:24:53Didn't you always want one?
00:24:54If we have a child, you'll always be my wife.
00:24:58You won't feel so insecure.
00:25:00Insecure?
00:25:02You think a child is a bargaining chip?
00:25:04A prize for accepting your humiliation?
00:25:09Is the title Mrs. Walsh supposed to make me forget you were with another woman?
00:25:19I have a headache.
00:25:20Maybe some other time.
00:25:22Your head!
00:25:23The injury!
00:25:24I'm so sorry, I should have paid more attention.
00:25:27Let me get the first aid kits.
00:25:32Lainey already took care of it.
00:25:34No need for your concern now.
00:25:39I'll sleep in the study.
00:25:50Stella!
00:25:51They've made adjustments to the team for the closed project.
00:25:56What do you mean?
00:25:57I thought the list was final.
00:25:59It was.
00:26:01But William is on the project now.
00:26:04William.
00:26:06And he's personally reviewing every single person on the team.
00:26:10That means our spots aren't safe anymore.
00:26:15William isn't just a brilliant researcher, Stella.
00:26:18The Briggs family owns half of Brissette.
00:26:20He's just enjoying his freedom before taking over their empire.
00:26:24His family's wealth has nothing to do with my goals.
00:26:26I just need to get on his team.
00:26:28Imagine if you actually won him over.
00:26:31Wouldn't that drive your pathetic husband crazy?
00:26:34A thriving career and a man way better than Mark.
00:26:36It's a win-win!
00:26:38Lainey, my mind is on research.
00:26:39Men in revenge have no place in my world right now.
00:26:42But I do need to speak with him.
00:26:44Can you help me get a moment alone with Mr. Briggs?
00:26:47A private meeting?
00:26:49Of course!
00:26:50Of course!
00:26:51Leave it to me!
00:26:57You're home!
00:26:58Are you hungry?
00:26:59I can ask the kitchen to make something.
00:27:03I'm not hungry.
00:27:04Eat by yourself.
00:27:10Stella, not eating will harm your health.
00:27:12Please, have at least a little.
00:27:15Looking at you ruins my appetite.
00:27:17Didn't you say you wanted to visit Hoxavi?
00:27:19I'll be free next month.
00:27:20Let's go together.
00:27:24You were always too busy for that trip before.
00:27:26What changed?
00:27:28Oh, right.
00:27:30The patent.
00:27:31If you're so desperate for a vacation,
00:27:34why don't you take Haley instead?
00:27:39Stella, don't talk to me like that.
00:27:41I hate it.
00:27:42I apologized, didn't I?
00:27:44Then how am I supposed to talk to you?
00:27:46Should I sit down and have a pleasant little heart-to-heart about your affair?
00:27:51Yes.
00:27:52We should definitely talk.
00:27:59Fine.
00:28:00If you want to talk, we'll talk.
00:28:03I'm curious what else you think you can get from me.
00:28:20All right, what is it you wanted to say?
00:28:23Stella, there's nothing going on with Haley.
00:28:25This is business.
00:28:27The Smith family collaboration will take our company to the next level.
00:28:31Her father suggested she get experience with us.
00:28:33With her background in international law, the legal department is a perfect fit.
00:28:38And what does her job have to do with me?
00:28:43This is why I brought it up.
00:28:45If your patent stays with us, it'll be the first project Haley takes on.
00:28:50She'll be pleased, her family will be impressed, and it helps our company.
00:28:54You won't turn me down, will you?
00:28:56It's just a renewal.
00:28:59So this whole talk is about using my patent to make Haley happy?
00:29:04I'm being honest.
00:29:05A strong company benefits us both.
00:29:07We're married, Stella.
00:29:09Isn't it normal for a couple to support each other?
00:29:13Normal?
00:29:14You have the nerve to call this normal?
00:29:18This is my patent.
00:29:20I've changed my mind.
00:29:22I'm not selling.
00:29:24And no one, not even you, have the right to force me.
00:29:30Enough.
00:29:31This conversation is over.
00:29:33Go to the office tomorrow and sign the renewal.
00:29:35Go to the office tomorrow and sign the renewal.
00:29:37Don't act like a child.
00:30:15Hey, Allegra, what's going on?
00:30:18Miss Russell?
00:30:20Mr. Walsh asked me to inform.
00:30:24You need to come to the office today.
00:30:28I'm sorry, Allegra, but I've decided not to work with your company anymore.
00:30:32I won't be coming in.
00:30:33I know you've made up your mind, but Mr. Walsh said if you don't come, it would be my error.
00:30:39He said I could lose my job.
00:30:43Wait, are you saying Mark would fire you just because I refused to come?
00:30:46He said he'd make sure no one else in the industry hires me.
00:30:50I know this is emotional blackmail, but it's fine. I'll find a way.
00:30:58That shameless bastard.
00:31:01Miss Russell, please don't make it worse for yourself because of me.
00:31:06I'll come.
00:31:09Don't worry, Allegra.
00:31:11This isn't your fault.
00:31:12He's targeting me, not you.
00:31:14I won't let you lose your job over this.
00:31:16Thank you. Thank you so much, Miss Russell.
00:31:31Mrs. Walsh, what are you doing here?
00:31:33You shouldn't go in. That Haley girl is targeting you.
00:31:35She's scolding the whole team, calling them useless for not landing the deal.
00:31:40It's all right, Evie.
00:31:43Well, look who finally decided to show up.
00:31:46You were so high and mighty yesterday, acting like you didn't need the contract. And now,
00:31:52you're back to sign it. If you were going to crawl back anyway, what was all that drama for?
00:31:59What the hell are you pretending for?
00:32:02If Mark hadn't dragged innocent people into this, I wouldn't be here.
00:32:06So this is your talent? Manipulating people who have nothing to do with your feud? Impressive.
00:32:12Stella, all's fair in love and war. If it works, it works. Now sign the damn contract right now.
00:32:17No, I'm not signing anything.
00:32:19You?
00:32:20Mrs. Walsh, please. If something's bothering you, let's talk it through.
00:32:23You are Mr. Walsh's wife. Just tell us what you need.
00:32:27The reason I'm not renewing the contract? Simple. It's her.
00:32:32If you want my signature, tell your Mr. Walsh to show me some sincerity.
00:32:37Start by kicking Haley out of the company, and make sure she leaves humiliated.
00:32:43Who do you think you are, Stella? It's just one damn patent. You think this entire company
00:32:49revolves around you? Well, guess what? I'm not going anywhere. Keep dreaming.
00:32:58Mrs. Walsh, wait. Allow me to walk you out.
00:33:01Please, if you don't mind me saying, could you have a word with Mr. Walsh?
00:33:06Haley isn't fit for this role. He still has feelings for you. He'll listen to you.
00:33:17Choria's a big city, Allegra. There's no shortage of companies here that would value someone like you.
00:33:22I understand. Take care, Mrs. Walsh.
00:33:36Mark, you should have seen her. She was completely out of line.
00:33:39I was only doing what you told me to, and she turned around and told me to get lost.
00:33:45Alright, don't get too worked up. I understand you're angry.
00:33:49Why don't I take you to your favorite place for dinner tonight?
00:33:51No! I want Stella to kneel and apologize to me!
00:33:56Make her mark. Please?
00:34:01Haley.
00:34:04You really think you're that important?
00:34:11What did you just say?
00:34:12Stella is my wife, and always will be. What's between us is nothing more than a fling.
00:34:20You're joking, right?
00:34:22If you don't like it, you're free to leave.
00:34:28I was just messing around. Don't be mad.
00:34:31I'll let it go, but you owe me.
00:34:35Fine. Whatever you ask, just leave Stella alone.
00:34:38Yes.
00:34:54Hello?
00:34:55There's a party tonight. I got an invite.
00:34:58I'm wiped out. I don't have energy.
00:35:00William's attending. Aren't you hoping to talk to him? I got an invite.
00:35:05All right. I'll come. Send me the details.
00:35:14Mark, you're incredible.
00:35:29Hi, Stella.
00:35:37Stella, what's with this outfit? Is there something wrong with it?
00:35:41We're here to drink, not sign contracts. Good thing I planned ahead. Change now.
00:35:54Isn't this dress too daring?
00:35:56Perfect. You look absolutely gorgeous.
00:36:07Brady, meet Stella. Stella, this is Brady. Hello.
00:36:12Many try to get close to William. Take your time.
00:36:20Mr. Briggs, she has project questions for you.
00:36:32Exactly how long were you thinking of sitting like that?
00:36:41I'm so sorry. Sorry, Mr. Briggs. This wasn't intentional. Just give me a second.
00:36:47You'll have to do better than that. If you're staging an act, put in more effort.
00:36:52That's not what you think. I'm here about the project roster.
00:36:55I'm hoping you'll give me a shot.
00:36:59Is this your way of earning a spot on the team?
00:37:02I have papers and patents. I can bring value to the project.
00:37:07Clearly, your talents stretch past what you let slip.
00:37:13Wait!
00:37:15Wait!
00:37:16Wait!
00:37:17Wait!
00:37:19Wait!
00:37:20Wait!
00:37:24Wait!
00:37:24It was a misunderstanding. I just want to join the project.
00:37:41Explaining will only make it worse.
00:37:52Mark, what are you staring at?
00:37:55Nothing.
00:38:00Mr. Briggs, I meant every word. Please, give it thought.
00:38:04Throwing yourself at me in public? Won't people say I'm playing favorites?
00:38:08It wasn't what you think. It was an accident.
00:38:11You're skilled at attracting men. But I dislike forward women.
00:38:16I take pride in my work. I'm not the woman you think.
00:38:23I won't bother you again.
00:38:30Where's Stella? Didn't she leave with you?
00:38:32Not sure. Looks like she decided to go.
00:38:34Mr. Briggs, I made her wear the dress. She came in a shirt and jeans.
00:38:55Mr. Briggs, I heard you're hand-picking top talents for the new project.
00:39:00Go ahead.
00:39:01Stella Russell, she's the author of the field-shaking paper on biologically activeive factors.
00:39:07So she's the anonymous author of that paper.
00:39:21You were gone all day. Who were you fooling around with?
00:39:24I was in the lab. It's the smell of alcohol, tobacco, and perfume on you that makes me sick.
00:39:29I was in the lab.
00:39:30Fine. Have it your way.
00:39:38Stella! Open the door!
00:39:59Good morning, Miss Russell. I'm Luca, Mr. Briggs' assistant. We have an opening to assist Mr. Briggs with document handling,
00:40:05and you're perfect for it.
00:40:06No. Thanks, but this position doesn't suit me. I'd rather join a group with my peers.
00:40:12Ms. Russell, this is a great opportunity.
00:40:20Is everything settled? Mr. Briggs, Ms. Russell turned down the offer. Smart girl.
00:40:31Stella, we just finished today's data. Can you drop it off with Mr. Briggs?
00:40:36Okay.
00:40:41William just set off for the underground garage. It's still possible to catch up.
00:41:05Are you courting death? Mr. Briggs, these files need your immediate review.
00:41:10Get in. We'll go over them as we drive.
00:41:19Stella is my wife. Who is this man? How dare she smile at him like that?
00:41:29You're a lot more tempting now than when you played innocent yesterday.
00:41:32Mr. Briggs, you can just leave the documents here. I won't follow you. Could you drop me off here?
00:41:46Mr. Briggs, I won't follow you. Could you drop me off here?
00:41:46That night, I returned to our empty house and started throwing out every memory of Mark.
00:41:50The cups we made on vacation. I remember wishing on a shooting star that we would be happy together forever.
00:41:57What a joke. People change. I see that now.
00:42:09Stella, I waited for you at the Institute for Ages. Did you leave by another exit?
00:42:14I got a lift home with a colleague.
00:42:21Now I have a free week. What do you say we try for a baby?
00:42:26Mark, I've already told you. I don't want a baby right now.
00:42:31But after all these years, you always talked about wanting one before.
00:42:37Before was a long time ago.
00:42:41Tell me, Mark, how are those condoms from Raskate working out for you?
00:42:46I bet Haley didn't disappoint.
00:42:49You... you knew?
00:42:52All this time?
00:42:53I've always known.
00:42:56Stella, wait! Just let me explain!
00:43:00Stella! Open this door! We need to talk about this!
00:43:08Fine. I'll make you dinner.
00:43:11You always soften up when I cook for you.
00:43:19Wait a minute. Where's her coffee maker?
00:43:22It's always right here on the counter.
00:43:24Stella! What happened to the capsule coffee maker from the kitchen? Where is it?
00:43:36Stella, open up! Where is the coffee machine?
00:43:40It stopped working. I brought it out for repairs.
00:43:44Oh. Well, hey, Stella. I really messed up. Please, give me another chance.
00:43:51I made your favorite meal. Come downstairs and eat with me?
00:43:56I'm not hungry. I think I'll skip it.
00:44:04Okay. What about that coat you got me? I checked the closet. It wasn't there.
00:44:12I got the wrong size. I sent it back.
00:44:15Sent it back? Why not just swap it for another one?
00:44:18Lately, your whole look has shifted. I wasn't sure what you'd actually wear.
00:44:23Anyway, it's not like you're short on clothes. You've got tons already.
00:44:28But you picked that coat for me, Stella. Whatever you choose, I'll always like it.
00:44:34I'm exhausted. I'm turning in for the night.
00:44:53Keep watch on her. I want updates on everything she does.
00:45:05I want to marry Stella and cherish her forever.
00:45:08Only time can prove a promise like that, Mark. We'll be old and worn by then.
00:45:12A lifetime is exactly what I plan to give you. I'll spend every bit of it keeping that promise.
00:45:41Mark, how long are you going to stare at that screen? Look at me for once.
00:45:47Stella's being impossible. Why won't she just sign?
00:45:52Does she really think we're powerless? If she walks away, we'll find someone else.
00:45:56You have no idea what you're talking about. The company is in chaos because of you.
00:46:00Me? I'm just trying to help. Why are Nose Camp not you? She's the one causing problems.
00:46:07Just be quiet for a moment.
00:46:20What is it? Why did you freeze?
00:46:24Leave.
00:46:27What? But we were just discussing the contract.
00:46:30I said... Leave. Now.
00:46:41I'm staying. Unless there's something you're hiding from me, Mark.
00:46:48Why would she be there now? Something isn't right.
00:46:57Legal department. Revite the contracts on my desk immediately.
00:47:02Mark, wait! Where are you going? What's wrong with the contracts?
00:47:06Did I mess something up?
00:47:13Hold on. I spent hours on those. Why are you taking them back? You're nothing but a useless leech.
00:47:22You work in legal, don't you? You just sit there like a statue while I do all the real work.
00:47:28What does this company even pay you for? Decoration? Effective immediately. Forget about your year-end bonus.
00:47:38Mrs. Smith, have you actually looked at the contracts you're so proud of?
00:47:43They don't even follow basic company formatting. It's laughable. A child with half a brain could have done better.
00:47:49You! Who do you think you are talking to me like that? I'll mark fire you on the spot!
00:47:55Too late. My resignation's already been submitted.
00:47:58You missed your chance to kick me out.
00:48:01And since we're being honest, I can't stomach people who climb with favors and destroy families in the process.
00:48:07You tick both boxes. Also, newsflash, waving your foreign passport around doesn't make you special.
00:48:14Trash from abroad is still trash.
00:48:18You shameless witch! Who gave you the right to talk to me like that?
00:48:22Try acting like you went to college instead of hurling insults and making a spectacle of yourself.
00:48:26Anyway, I'm not on the payroll anymore. Cut my year-end bonus if it makes you happy.
00:48:30I'm done here.
00:48:33Did you see that? Who knew Alelica had that kind of nerve? She was pushed too far. Some people just
00:48:38dig their own graves.
00:48:40You clueless idiots! Just wait until Mark gets back! I'll make sure every single one of you is out on
00:48:45the street!
00:48:49Stella, you can't keep running yourself into the ground like this. What if you faint?
00:48:54I appreciate it, Lainey. Trust me, I know my limits.
00:48:58Hey! The list just came out! Come on, let's take a look! You could use a breaker.
00:49:09No. I must have skimmed past it. Let me look again, from the top.
00:49:19Lainey, it's not there. My name simply isn't there.
00:49:23What? That's impossible!
00:49:27I'm looking right at it! How can you not be on the list?
00:49:38Hey, it's alright. Missing out on this one isn't the end of the world.
00:49:42I'm fine, really. You sure? You don't look fine.
00:49:46Honestly, I'm okay. Don't fuss over me. Go take care of your own work.
00:49:55If I can't join the project, so be it.
00:49:58The marriage is already finished. It's time to disappear for a while.
00:50:04Miss Russell, try not to let the list get to you.
00:50:06Luca, you really have no talent for comforting people, you know that?
00:50:10Mr. Briggs is hosting a dinner at the Voyage Hotel tonight. If you're not busy,
00:50:15maybe you should come. It might give him a chance to reconsider.
00:50:17You helped him with his plans. If he made up his mind to exclude me, what's the point in showing
00:50:22up to beg?
00:50:23That won't be necessary. Mr. Briggs must have his reasons.
00:50:27I'm sure he's found someone better suited for the team.
00:50:33Mark will discover the divorce agreement sooner or later. He'll move heaven and earth to hunt me down.
00:50:38But his attention is tangled up with Haley now. He won't waste much effort tracking me
00:50:43if I vanish completely from his radar. The farther I run, the safety I'll be.
00:50:52Stella, you're taking leave. Is this because you weren't on the project list?
00:50:56I just need a break, Lainey. You've seen how hard I've been working.
00:51:00You deserve it. You're always the first to arrive and the last to leave. Rest well.
00:51:08Mr. Briggs, that's Ms. Russell. She took extended leave today. She doesn't look happy.
00:51:12Should we tell her the truth about the team selection?
00:51:16She saw us.
00:51:19Sir, she's walking away. Fast.
00:51:21She's running. It's fine. She's not the delicate type. Drive.
00:51:26Pick up the phone, Stella! Where are you?
00:51:32Blocked. She actually blocked my number.
00:51:38If she's not coming home, where is she going?
00:51:47There she is. Finally. Wait a minute.
00:51:54It's the same one she got into before.
00:52:07How could Stella have any tie to William Briggs?
00:52:24Stella, why haven't you come home these past few days?
00:52:27I've just had a lot going on.
00:52:28So being busy means you have to clear out all your things?
00:52:31Half the house is empty, Stella, and everything missing belongs to you.
00:52:36You even blocked my number. And the wedding photo, it's gone. Where did you put everything,
00:52:41Stella?
00:52:41So he finally noticed. I ran into a little financial trouble, so I pawned my things. Once I've sorted
00:52:47things out, I'll get them back. If you needed money, why didn't you just tell me? There was
00:52:52no reason to pawn your things. Take these. Use them for whatever you want.
00:52:58That's not necessary. I've already sorted the money myself. You can keep those cards.
00:53:02Stella, what are you hiding from me? We're still husband and wife. No matter what's going on,
00:53:07good or bad, you can tell me. I'll handle it with you. You don't have to shoulder everything alone.
00:53:16There's nothing to tell. Work's been busy at the institute and I have a business trip coming up.
00:53:21I'll be out of town for a while. Wait!
00:53:33Go to the airport.
00:53:41So he's tailing me.
00:54:10Ma'am, if you help me out, I'll give you five
00:54:12hundred dollars. When you head back in, just dump the water from your bucket onto the man waiting
00:54:16outside the restroom. He's been following me since I left home. I'm desperate. Please,
00:54:22if you can pull this off, the money's yours. Please, don't let him know I'm gone. And thank you.
00:54:27Really.
00:54:38What the hell are you doing?
00:54:39Oh my goodness, sir. I'm so sorry. I didn't see you standing there. I thought you were just
00:54:44part of the plumbing. Oh gosh, let me get that for you.
00:54:49Oh my gosh.
00:54:56I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I'm really sorry.
00:54:59Enough. Just go. Don't bother me.
00:55:08Stella, do you really think this will get rid of me?
00:55:17Hello, Stella. How much longer are you going to keep pestering Mark? He's finished with you. Why
00:55:22don't you have a little dignity and let go? Maybe you need a reminder, Haley. Mark and I are still
00:55:27married. The law is on my side. So tell me, who gave you permission to call me and hurl accusation?
00:55:34I'm not here to fight with you. Why don't you come over so we can talk face to face?
00:55:40It's simple. The one who isn't loved is always the third wheel. Take my advice and know your place.
00:55:47Is this really what the Smith family taught you? To meddle in marriages and play the mistress? It's
00:55:53almost admirable how you can spout this nonsense without a single scrap of dignity. You better
00:55:59watch your mouth. I've got better things to do than play along with your bullshit. Maybe try focusing
00:56:04on the Walsh group's plummeting profits instead of pestering me. Stella, how could you speak to Haley
00:56:12like that? So you're her backup. Of course. Siding with anyone you think can benefit your precious son.
00:56:17You better show up right now. Let me make this clear. Clinging to my son will get you nowhere.
00:56:21You are nothing but a burden to our family. Come to the Voyage Hotel immediately. If not,
00:56:25you can face the consequences.
00:56:31Fine. I'm on my way.
00:56:47So, you finally bothered to show up. I want you to divorce my son right now.
00:56:53And why is that? What have you ever done for the Walsh family? You can't even give us a child.
00:56:59useless. There's no place for a barren hen like you. Her family is nothing. Raised without manners.
00:57:07You shouldn't lower yourself, Jaiselyn. Get those divorce papers ready by Monday. I refuse to tolerate
00:57:14you for one more day. Fine. I'll divorce him. What do you want out of this, Stella?
00:57:21I'm not making any demands. Divorce is fine by me.
00:57:30But, Jaiselyn, I expect you to pay back every cent I spent on your beauty appointments and imported
00:57:36supplements. The health supplements you're taking every month, why not ask Mark who's really footing
00:57:40the bill? And everyone at the casino knows exactly how many toes you've stepped on.
00:57:46Stella, don't you dare get greedy with me. Why should I pay you back a cent?
00:57:49Those supplements? My son paid for them. As for the salon visits, I cover those with my own
00:57:53membership. Stella, honestly, isn't this a little beneath you? Or could it be you're not actually
00:57:57ready for this divorce? And you're just making excuses to keep Jaiselyn on a leash?
00:58:02I'm just laying out the truth here. That membership card you're so fond of? My friend owns the salon.
00:58:07I got you a 90% discount. Please, Mrs. Walsh, don't worry. From now on,
00:58:11I'll make sure you have everything you need. Your standard of living drop, I swear. Supplements,
00:58:14salon treatments, I have plenty of connections. I'll handle it all. These are just the tip of
00:58:18the iceberg. Fine. If you claim all that's gone, then so be it. But I want you to divorce my
00:58:23son
00:58:23right now! Alright. But a divorce requires both parties to show up. If you can get Mark here,
00:58:29I won't stand in your way. If you're so determined, maybe spend your energy convincing him instead of
00:58:36wasting mine. She really has no idea what's coming. We gave her the chance to bow out gracefully,
00:58:46and she turned it down. She'll see. Once her name's dragged through the mud, Mark won't even
00:58:51look her way. And by then, leaving won't be her decision anymore. Jaiselyn, you're the best,
00:58:56I swear. I'll be the most loyal daughter-in-law you've ever had.
00:59:27Mr. Briggs?
00:59:29I really believe Miss Russell is the ideal choice for the project. She's head and shoulders above
00:59:33the others. Also, earlier today, when she saw our car, she looked hesitant, almost anxious,
00:59:39and left right after. It felt like she didn't want to be misunderstood. Honestly, sir, I don't
00:59:43believe she's the kind of woman you perceive her to be. She's always been composed and respectful
00:59:47in everything she does. My attention is needed elsewhere. Inform me of our guest's arrival.
00:59:56It looked like Stella.
01:00:00No, it couldn't have been her.
01:00:02No, it couldn't have been her.
01:00:07No, it couldn't have been her.
01:00:28Please. I'll give you anything you want. Just let me go.
01:00:36Quit fighting. We're not here to harm you. We just need a few dirty pictures.
01:00:41Pictures? What kind of pictures?
01:00:51Who asked you to do this? I have money. Whatever they paid you, I'll match it and add more.
01:00:55Don't bother. This will be over soon if you stop fighting.
01:00:57You're committing a crime. Sooner or later, you'll be arrested. I will report everything,
01:01:01and none of you will walk away clean. Or, you take my money now, walk out that door,
01:01:05and I never mention this again. Think it over. Don't waste your energy.
01:01:10Hayley?
01:01:13There's no way out. Since we're going to stage something like this, it better look real.
01:01:18Stage what?
01:01:19People care about believability now. These are your props. Use them however you want.
01:01:25And don't bother with condoms.
01:01:34Hayley, this is illegal! You think foreign citizenship makes you untouchable?
01:01:41You bunch of wimps. I'll handle it.
01:01:47And you, Stella? You really think you're on Mark's level?
01:01:50He's the one who told me to do this. He wants you punished.
01:02:04There. The contract is binding. Your patent rights now belong to my family. For free.
01:02:09She's all yours, boys. Enjoy.
01:02:12Damn, you smell good. So soft. Bet you look real pretty crying. Which toy should we use first?
01:02:20Don't touch me.
01:02:26What the hell?
01:02:27Get these bastards out of here.
01:02:30No! Let go of me!
01:02:38Are you all right?
01:02:42The ropes are off. You're safe now.
01:02:47I'm all right, thanks.
01:02:49Come on. Let's get you out of here.
01:02:58Careful.
01:03:09Mr. Briggs.
01:03:10We've identified those people, but...
01:03:12Say it.
01:03:14She deserves the truth.
01:03:15Some of them carry infectious diseases.
01:03:17If they'd laid a hand on Mrs. Russell, the fallout would have been catastrophic.
01:03:22Haley, she meant to destroy me.
01:03:25Mr. Briggs, thank you for everything you've done today. But from here on out, I'll handle it myself.
01:03:29This isn't your battle.
01:03:39A clean divorce was all I wanted. But their cruelty has gone too far. If that's how they want to
01:03:45play, then I'm finished being merciful.
01:03:58Where do you think you're going?
01:04:00Your IV's still running.
01:04:21Stella? What on earth happened to you?
01:04:25I'm all right, Lainey.
01:04:29You are not all right.
01:04:30Oh dear, what happened? Don't be scared. I'm right here. Tell me who did this to you.
01:04:40It was Mark and Haley.
01:04:44Mark? Did he lay a hand on you? Has he completely lost his mind?
01:04:49No, he didn't touch me. Can we talk inside?
01:04:54Haley did that to you? She ought to be behind bars.
01:04:58She forced me to imprint my fingerprint on the document when I had no strength left.
01:05:03They didn't partner with me, Lainey. They stole the patent.
01:05:07Don't stress. I'll help you get it back. I found another buyer for you. I've been putting together the contract.
01:05:13But Haley already took the contract with my fingerprint. The buyer I found is trustworthy. Once you sign his contract,
01:05:22he'll take care of everything. What Haley did was illegal.
01:05:28I can't believe Mark. All those years he acted like the perfect partner. It was a fa-facade. It makes
01:05:35me sick. How could he be so cruel?
01:05:38Now that everything had blown up, I had no intention of that. I had no intention of playing nice anymore.
01:05:45Lainey, I need a little help. Name it. As long as it's something I can do, I'm on your side.
01:05:55Could you help me with this?
01:06:10She's cutting me off. Proving a point.
01:06:14Haley, where are you?
01:06:15At the spa. Why? Miss me already?
01:06:17There's a charity gala tomorrow night. Come with me.
01:06:19With you? To a public event?
01:06:21Of course!
01:06:22This is perfect. Tomorrow, everyone will see the photos of Stella's humiliation. Mark will have no choice but to drop
01:06:27her for good.
01:06:28But Mark, I don't have a dress.
01:06:31I'll pick you up early. We'll go shopping.
01:06:33You're the best! Love you!
01:06:35This gala is important. A new partner will be there. Haley's family name might just give me the edge I
01:06:40need.
01:06:40Stella wants to fight dirty? I can play that game too.
01:06:44Mark, what about this one?
01:06:46Yeah, looks good.
01:06:48You haven't even looked. Look at me properly.
01:06:49It suits you. The color works.
01:06:52I'll take it.
01:06:53Stella never needed all this. A t-shirt, a ponytail. Ten minutes and she was ready. Not a whole day.
01:07:03Who's that with Mr. Walsh? The Smith girl?
01:07:05They look awfully close. Is it an affair?
01:07:08No way! Did Mr. Walsh already divorce his wife?
01:07:14Divorce.
01:07:18Divorce.
01:07:26Let them whisper, Mark. Tonight, they see you with me, not her.
01:07:30Keep your chin up and ignore them. We need to find Mr. Williams.
01:07:33Today is the day Stella finally loses everything.
01:07:40Mr. Williams, it's been too long.
01:07:42Mr. Walsh, a pleasure. And you are?
01:07:45Haley, I'm a great admirer of your work, sir.
01:07:50I see.
01:07:52Williams, there you are. We need to talk.
01:07:55Mark, forget him. It's time.
01:08:02Nothing. There's nothing. There's nothing here.
01:08:03What are you talking about? Put the phone away.
01:08:05Where is Jaiselyn? She had all day. Did she get cold feet?
01:08:08Come here. Now.
01:08:10Ladies, I must be going. My son and daughter-in-law need me.
01:08:14Daughter-in-law? Since when?
01:08:18A message from Haley. She must have the photos already. She wants me there for the big reveal.
01:08:23Oh, this is going to be perfect.
01:08:33Jaiselyn! Jaiselyn! Jaiselyn!
01:08:37You look gorgeous. Did Mark pick it?
01:08:41He did. He said the color suits me.
01:08:46Darling, why did you call me here?
01:08:48My mother is arriving soon to sign a major deal with Mark.
01:08:51But with my current status, things are complicated.
01:08:56Stella signed away the patent.
01:08:58She has nothing left to bargain with.
01:09:00She's powerless now.
01:09:02Don't worry, dear. I understand perfectly.
01:09:06I will handle it.
01:09:14Mom, what the hell are you doing here?
01:09:19Why shouldn't I be here, Mark?
01:09:22To tell everyone the truth about your pathetic wife?
01:09:25Don't you dare.
01:09:27Stella is not worthy of you.
01:09:29She's been messing around with other men behind your back.
01:09:38A shameless woman dragging the Walsh name through the mud.
01:09:46You need to divorce her.
01:09:49Divorce her right now before she ruins us all.
01:09:52That's enough!
01:09:58What nonsense are you spouting in front of everyone?
01:10:04Look at you, Mark.
01:10:06Still defending that woman?
01:10:08She's been cheating on you.
01:10:09Haley is the one who deserves you.
01:10:12Divorce Stella already!
01:10:14Don't worry, Jaiselyn.
01:10:16I'll take good care of Mark.
01:10:19Cheating?
01:10:19What are you talking about?
01:10:21Stella would never!
01:10:23Mom, what are you really doing here?
01:10:25I told you, I've seen the disgusting photos.
01:10:28And you're still defending her?
01:10:31Here.
01:10:32Stella signed this contract herself.
01:10:35She's guilty, Mark.
01:10:36She's trying to clean up her mess quietly.
01:10:38She signed this?
01:10:40Why?
01:10:41Was my mother right?
01:10:42Did she betray me with William?
01:10:57It can't be.
01:10:59After everything we did, how is she standing there?
01:11:03She wouldn't dare show her face.
01:11:05Not tonight.
01:11:07Not after those photos.
01:11:17Mark, don't let her intimidate you.
01:11:19My family is reasonable.
01:11:21They won't judge you for leaving her.
01:11:27Mr. Walsh, our family usually wouldn't consider a divorced man.
01:11:30But since Haley has chosen you, we won't stand in your way.
01:11:33Just make sure you resolve things with your ex-wife properly.
01:11:36Everyone knows the problems in your marriage weren't your fault.
01:11:40Stella, is it?
01:11:41After everything you've done, you'd be wise to sign the divorce papers and spare yourself the shame.
01:11:47Tell me, Mark.
01:11:48What was my crime in this marriage?
01:11:50What did I do to deserve this treatment from you?
01:11:52Stella, this isn't...
01:11:55You have the nerve to ask what you did wrong?
01:11:57You were sleeping around while married, openly shameless.
01:12:00I used to think you refused to divorce because you had real feelings for Mark.
01:12:03But how could you take such vulgar pictures with other men?
01:12:05The props, the outfits.
01:12:07I never expected you to be like that.
01:12:08I won't let Mark continue to be with someone like you.
01:12:12Seriously, Stella?
01:12:13Are you really that reckless?
01:12:14That's disgusting.
01:12:16Honestly, someone from outside our circle wouldn't understand basic decency.
01:12:19No wonder Mark would rather be with the Smith girl after what she pulled, who could tolerate
01:12:24their wife being with other men.
01:12:29You're accusing me of sleeping around, Haley.
01:12:32Do you have proof?
01:12:34Everyone is talking about it.
01:12:35No, you are talking about it.
01:12:37And without proof, it's slander.
01:12:40I can take you to court.
01:12:42You speak with such detail.
01:12:44About the toys, the outfits.
01:12:46Were you hiding in the room?
01:12:49Or did you set it all up?
01:12:52Well, someone saw it and told me.
01:12:55The truth always comes out, Stella.
01:12:57Alright then.
01:12:58If you're so confident, show us the evidence.
01:13:01What toys, which men.
01:13:02Let's see it.
01:13:05Jaiselyn!
01:13:06Haley, show them the proof already.
01:13:08Didn't you say you saw everything yourself?
01:13:10What?
01:13:10I thought you had the photos!
01:13:12What's wrong?
01:13:13Can't find your proof now?
01:13:15Want me to give you a hand?
01:13:17Maybe I should start laying out the details of your little affair with Mark.
01:13:22Should I tell everyone what you two have been doing behind closed doors?
01:13:29Stella, wait!
01:13:32Please, let me explain!
01:13:39Stella, I trust you.
01:13:41Please, just hear me out.
01:13:44Don't lay a hander on me.
01:13:45I feel sick just looking at you.
01:13:54Is this your idea of love, Mark?
01:13:56Loving two women at once?
01:13:58It's pathetic.
01:14:09Stella, what happened to you?
01:14:11What happened?
01:14:12Isn't it obvious?
01:14:14Those are the marks from her night with those men.
01:14:18Her night with them?
01:14:20She's in tears.
01:14:21You only signed the contract because you were scared we'd expose you!
01:14:25You were begging them not to stop.
01:14:29You kept saying how much you liked it.
01:14:32And now you want to act like you're the victim?
01:14:35You know what you did is a crime, right?
01:14:37You could go to prison for this.
01:14:42Stella?
01:14:45What is she talking about?
01:14:48Were you with other men?
01:14:50Mrs. Russell, how dare you spout such lies about my daughter?
01:14:54That accusation is completely out of line.
01:14:57Mr. Walsh, I only agreed to work with you because of Haley.
01:15:01After this slander, I see no reason to continue.
01:15:03Come, Haley.
01:15:04Mother, wait.
01:15:05I don't want to go.
01:15:06Hold on.
01:15:08Haley, what exactly did you do to Stella?
01:15:10Mark, I haven't done anything.
01:15:11Don't you believe me?
01:15:12Hasn't Stella been ignoring you lately?
01:15:14Staying away from home?
01:15:16If she's so innocent, then why hasn't she come back to you?
01:15:19Before you say a word, Mark...
01:15:32Do whatever you want.
01:15:33If anything goes wrong, I'll handle it.
01:15:37Stella, Mark told me to handle this.
01:15:42You refused to sign the contract nicely, so this is your punishment.
01:15:50What now, Haley?
01:15:52Got anything to say?
01:15:54Or are you going to tell everyone that the recording is fake?
01:15:57What?
01:15:58You actually sent people to rape Stella?
01:16:01Haley, our plan was just to take some fake photos.
01:16:04That was it.
01:16:05I never agreed to something criminal.
01:16:07You're more ruthless than I ever imagined.
01:16:26Mark, please.
01:16:27It's not what it looks like.
01:16:29Nobody believes me.
01:16:30I believe my own ears, Haley.
01:16:32How could you?
01:16:34It was your mother.
01:16:35Jaiselyn told me to do it.
01:16:37What?
01:16:37You dare lie about me?
01:16:39It's the truth.
01:16:40You said Stella couldn't have kids.
01:16:42That she wasn't good enough for Mark.
01:16:45You wanted her gone.
01:16:48This was all your idea.
01:16:50Stop blaming me without proof.
01:16:51You've lost your mind.
01:16:53Mother, that sounds exactly like something you would say.
01:16:57Mark, she's trying to tear our family apart.
01:17:00Don't listen to her.
01:17:02Mr. Briggs, Miss Russell has signed the contract.
01:17:05Did she ask for anything else?
01:17:06No, sir.
01:17:07She signed it easily.
01:17:09Just as I thought.
01:17:11Is there more?
01:17:13Mrs. Russell went to the Choria charity event by herself tonight.
01:17:17Was the Walsh family there?
01:17:20Yes.
01:17:20And there's been some drama.
01:17:21Miss Russell played a recording.
01:17:23A recording?
01:17:24So she came prepared.
01:17:29Are you heading out, Mr. Briggs?
01:17:30She's our partner now.
01:17:32If something happens to her, it could affect our company.
01:17:35I'll take you there, sir.
01:17:45You've got some nerve, Hayley.
01:17:48You knew my son was married and still chased him.
01:17:52You hired thugs to kidnap Stella.
01:17:54Don't you dare pin that on me.
01:17:56You're the one who told me to do it.
01:17:58I was following your orders.
01:18:09Miss Russell, I'm so sorry.
01:18:11This is all on me.
01:18:12Mark's mom tricked me, I swear.
01:18:16I never meant to hurt you.
01:18:18Whatever compensation you want, money, anything, my family will pay.
01:18:22Please just forgive me.
01:18:24Oh?
01:18:25And how much exactly were you planning to offer?
01:18:28Whatever you want.
01:18:30Just name it.
01:18:31My family can afford it.
01:18:34Stella, why are you even entertaining this?
01:18:39Hayley, not everything in life can be solved by throwing money at it.
01:18:44I don't want your money.
01:18:46I'm taking the evidence to the police.
01:18:50Let them handle it.
01:18:51The police?
01:18:52Oh, and by the way, all that effort you put in, it was a waste.
01:18:58Your guys failed.
01:19:03I just walked away with a few scratches.
01:19:08What?
01:19:10No.
01:19:12That can't be right.
01:19:13You're lying!
01:19:17Stella.
01:19:19Thank God.
01:19:21I was so worried.
01:19:22You're safe.
01:19:27Didn't I tell you to stay away from me?
01:19:30You make me sick.
01:19:32Stella?
01:19:33I just wanted to make sure you were okay.
01:19:35I'm not done with you.
01:19:37That patent your company has been using?
01:19:42You forced me into a deal and kept using my work after it expired.
01:19:46That's illegal.
01:19:48The contract.
01:19:50Hayley gave me that contract.
01:19:51My new partners have already taken a hit because of your actions.
01:19:56Even if I wanted to spare you, they won't.
01:19:59Prepare for a huge payout.
01:20:02Oh, come on, Stella.
01:20:04Do you really think anyone will buy that story?
01:20:08Who would dare sue the Walsh group?
01:20:14You're just trying to play the sympathy card so Mark won't divorce you.
01:20:18What do you even have to offer him?
01:20:20I bring him foreign investors.
01:20:22Key partnerships.
01:20:25You have nothing!
01:20:29What have you ever done besides that one lucky patent?
01:20:32If Mark hadn't backed you, you'd be on the streets.
01:20:35He only used it because he felt sorry for you.
01:20:38Do you seriously think you're some brilliant inventor?
01:20:44You are utterly disgraceful, Stella.
01:20:47Am I?
01:20:49Or is it the woman who proudly acts as a mistress in public?
01:20:54Is this what passes for aristocratic grace in Autridi?
01:20:58Don't you dare!
01:20:59You and your worthless patent!
01:21:01My patent is the reason the Walsh group has had any success.
01:21:03Should we review the contracts?
01:21:05The ones that show you've never paid me the monthly fees you owe?
01:21:08You're lying!
01:21:09You have no contract!
01:21:11Go on, prove it!
01:21:12Where is your evidence?
01:21:13Yes, bring it out.
01:21:14I want to see who dares to challenge the Walsh family.
01:21:19I'm the one who signed her patent?
01:21:21Is there an issue with that?
01:21:26I signed the contract.
01:21:28Does anyone here have a problem with it?
01:21:29William, you?
01:21:31After years of working with the Walsh group,
01:21:33Ms. Russell hasn't received a single payment.
01:21:35Let me make this clear to everyone.
01:21:36I run a principled company.
01:21:38You will be paid every cent you are owed, Mrs. Russell.
01:21:41And my legal team will assist you in recovering everything you are entitled to.
01:21:46I've never seen him look at me like that before.
01:21:48Was it real?
01:21:49Or was my mind just playing tricks on me?
01:21:53Yes.
01:21:57And who exactly do you think you are?
01:22:00Did Stella hire you to play along in this little act of hers?
01:22:02Saying you signed a contract doesn't make it real.
01:22:05What matters is proof, not who can talk the biggest game.
01:22:10It's been a while since I've come across such pure stupidity.
01:22:14It's almost entertaining.
01:22:15William Briggs, heir to the Briggs family and Brissette.
01:22:19The MU project with the Achire Royal family and the Hookwood Research Institute?
01:22:24All under my name.
01:22:25Is that enough to qualify for Mrs. Russell's patent?
01:22:30Stella, come here.
01:22:31You're still my wife.
01:22:33My husband is trying to save face.
01:22:35How pathetic.
01:22:36Oh?
01:22:37So you do remember she's your wife, Mr. Walsh?
01:22:40That's funny.
01:22:41I thought the woman beside you was your true match.
01:22:45Stella, I said, come here.
01:22:48Now!
01:22:49Mark, stop the act.
01:22:51I was serious when I said I wanted a divorce.
01:22:53You betrayed me first.
01:22:54Did you really think I would stay chained to you forever?
01:22:59Stella, I know you're upset.
01:23:01Let's just go home and talk.
01:23:04Whatever apology you want, I'll give it.
01:23:05You think an apology fixes this?
01:23:07You think I'm just making a scene?
01:23:10Mr. Briggs, thank you for recognizing my wife's talent.
01:23:13I'm so happy for her.
01:23:14Mr. Walsh, you should probably focus on calming your mistress.
01:23:18How dare you!
01:23:19And Ms. Russell's patent speaks for itself.
01:23:21It has nothing to do with you, so don't try to take credit.
01:23:24You're enjoying this, aren't you, Stella?
01:23:27I'm enjoying someone finally seeing through your performance.
01:23:40Get out of my way!
01:23:42No.
01:23:54We received a little report of kidnapping and assault.
01:23:57Haley Smith, Mark Wald, and Jaiselyn Wald, please come with us.
01:24:00What?
01:24:01She really called the police?
01:24:02Mom, I don't want to go!
01:24:03Officer, this must be a mistake.
01:24:05You can't arrest my daughter over a simple accusation.
01:24:07We'll sort that out at the station, ma'am.
01:24:09Please don't interfere.
01:24:10Mom, do something!
01:24:11Call someone!
01:24:13I can't.
01:24:14My name means nothing here.
01:24:17Mrs. Smith, put your hands behind your back.
01:24:19You're coming with us.
01:24:23No, I do not.
01:24:30No!
01:24:31I didn't do anything wrong!
01:24:32Why are you taking me?
01:24:33Ma'am, if you're innocent, the truth will come out.
01:24:35Please cooperate.
01:24:36Mom, say something!
01:24:37Stella's lying to them!
01:24:38My daughter.
01:24:40They're putting you in handcuffs.
01:24:42Jaiselyn Wald?
01:24:42I don't know anything.
01:24:43I swear.
01:24:45I'll come with you.
01:24:46I'll tell you everything I know.
01:24:52Where are you going?
01:24:55Back to the research center.
01:24:57That's on my way.
01:24:58I'll drop you.
01:24:59There's no need, Mr. Briggs.
01:25:01I can manage.
01:25:02I helped you once, and now you're trying to keep your distance?
01:25:23I am so sorry.
01:25:26I...
01:25:27Stella.
01:25:30Sorry.
01:25:31I...
01:25:31I didn't mean to.
01:25:42Don't move.
01:25:54I'm so sorry, Mr. Briggs.
01:25:56The car turned, I lost my balance.
01:25:57I swear I have no improper intentions towards you whatsoever.
01:26:00I can see that.
01:26:01No, you don't believe me.
01:26:03If I have any improper thoughts about you, then may I get hit by a car the moment I step
01:26:06outside?
01:26:07There's no need for such a dramatic curse.
01:26:09I'm not blind.
01:26:10I saw what happened.
01:26:11Well, you were basically blind last time.
01:26:14Where did that come from?
01:26:22Mr. Briggs, I feel like you have a bias against me.
01:26:25It makes things really difficult whenever you're around.
01:26:28When have I ever made things difficult for you?
01:26:36Forget I said anything.
01:26:37Just pretend I was rambling.
01:26:41Ms. Russell, you took my measurements earlier.
01:26:45I...
01:26:46Yes?
01:26:48So the suit should fit perfectly this time, right?
01:26:52This time?
01:26:53But you told me not to waste my time on trivial things.
01:26:58We've arrived at the Research Institute's dormitory, Ms. Russell.
01:27:00Please take care.
01:27:11Stella, you're back.
01:27:13How did it go?
01:27:14Is everything all right?
01:27:16It went well, Lainey.
01:27:18Thanks to you and that recorder, everyone know Haley framed me.
01:27:21Good.
01:27:21Those two snakes deserve everything that's coming to them.
01:27:24I hope they rot.
01:27:25Speaking of things coming to them, why didn't you tell me Mr. Briggs was behind the company
01:27:29I signed with?
01:27:30Wait.
01:27:31What are you talking about?
01:27:33The new contract.
01:27:34It's with a subsidiary of the Briggs Group.
01:27:36Oh my God.
01:27:37William, you're working with him?
01:27:39I swear I had no idea.
01:27:40I just knew they seemed professional and the offer was generous.
01:27:43I never would have guessed.
01:27:44It's okay, Lainey.
01:27:45It doesn't matter.
01:27:45As long as the partnership works.
01:27:47Works?
01:27:48Stella, it's more than working.
01:27:49You're all over the internet.
01:27:50Briggs Group is suing Mark for everything he's worth.
01:27:52They are?
01:27:53Yes.
01:27:54The compensation alone might bankrupt him.
01:27:55His partners are pulling out.
01:27:57Investors are gone.
01:27:57The Walsh Group is finished.
01:28:02And Haley?
01:28:05Oh, she's not getting away.
01:28:06This has become a diplomatic issue.
01:28:09She's going to jail.
01:28:10The Walsh Group is in jail.
01:28:22The Walsh Group is in jail.
01:28:22The Walsh Group is in jail.
01:28:23The Walsh Group is in jail.
01:28:23The Walsh Group is in jail.
01:28:24The Walsh Group is in jail.
01:28:24The Walsh Group is in jail.
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