Look What You Made Me Do: Directed by Coco Schrijber. Look What You Made Me Do shows three women, victims of terrible abuse, who killed their partners.
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00:00:00My name is Claire Duvall.
00:00:02My fiancé betrayed me with the woman who I thought was a friend.
00:00:06Dylan, where are you?
00:00:08Ava really needs me.
00:00:10I'm ready to move forward.
00:00:13Mr. Cross, you need a wife and I need revenge.
00:00:17We should get married.
00:00:19The days of pretending to be a model, they're over, Claire.
00:00:23You've lost everything.
00:00:26And you just don't know it yet.
00:00:28You're not a nobody.
00:00:30No one can take their eyes off of you.
00:00:32You don't have to say that just because we're married.
00:00:36Claire cannot succeed.
00:00:38Perfect.
00:00:40Maxwell will pay for this.
00:00:42He retouches my wife.
00:00:44Since Christian came into my life, I think my luck has finally changed.
00:00:49So, who will be the 23rd winner of the Top Model Competition?
00:01:00Claire Bear, my love for you, it transcends words.
00:01:11You're my forever.
00:01:14Will you marry me?
00:01:17Yes.
00:01:25Okay, wait, you guys look so good.
00:01:27I need a photo.
00:01:28One, two, three.
00:01:31Lucky bitch.
00:01:32To Claire!
00:01:33And Dylan!
00:01:36Drink more, baby.
00:01:44So, you proposed to that bitch, huh?
00:01:48You're so fucking sexy.
00:01:50I want you now, Dylan.
00:01:53Hey, hey, hey.
00:01:54What are you doing? She's right there.
00:01:56Don't worry about her.
00:01:58I slipped her a little something.
00:01:59She won't know.
00:02:20You've lost everything.
00:02:22And you just don't know it yet.
00:02:27I'm pregnant with Dylan's child.
00:02:30He won't show up tomorrow.
00:02:32Rise and shine!
00:02:36Wait.
00:02:37No can do.
00:02:38What happened here after I left?
00:02:41So, I had the most awful dream last night.
00:02:43No more wedding jitters.
00:02:44You can't be late to your big date.
00:02:46That's bad luck.
00:02:47Speaking of luck.
00:02:48I'm glad you're something new.
00:02:51You know what?
00:02:52Speaking of luck.
00:02:53I'm glad you're something new.
00:02:56It's beautiful.
00:02:57Thank you.
00:02:58I hope you didn't spend too much.
00:03:00Never do.
00:03:01L.E. Express, baby.
00:03:02Things you love don't need to break the bank.
00:03:04Come on.
00:03:05You're getting married!
00:03:06Let's go.
00:03:11Is it really a dream?
00:03:16Dylan, where are you?
00:03:17Hey, hey.
00:03:18I'm at the hospital.
00:03:20Are you okay?
00:03:21Dylan, what happened?
00:03:22No, I'm fine.
00:03:23It's Ava.
00:03:24She fainted.
00:03:26Yeah, the doctors are running tests.
00:03:28I'm with her now.
00:03:29So, I'm not going to be able to marry you today.
00:03:33He won't show up tomorrow.
00:03:35Just wait.
00:03:39He's mine.
00:03:44I'm with her now.
00:03:45So, I'm not going to be able to marry you today.
00:03:49No, I'm sorry.
00:03:50I wanted to be there, but Ava...
00:03:51Ava really needs me.
00:03:53Come on, Claire Bear.
00:03:54You know I love you.
00:03:56Hey, I gotta go.
00:04:05Get off.
00:04:06I can't get enough of you.
00:04:14It wasn't a dream.
00:04:18It's real.
00:04:21It's all real.
00:04:36Christian, your fiancee refuses to sign the prenup and now she won't answer her phone.
00:04:40She stalled until the wedding day.
00:04:43This is blackmail.
00:04:44Cut her loose.
00:04:45That's Christian Cross.
00:04:47The CEO of Pinnacle Entertainment.
00:04:51Christian, your father...
00:04:53He doesn't care who I marry as long as it gets done today.
00:04:56Find me another girl.
00:04:58I've got an hour.
00:05:00I must be crazy to even consider this.
00:05:03Mr. Cross?
00:05:14I have a proposition for you.
00:05:21My name is Claire Duvall.
00:05:23My fiancee betrayed me with a woman who I thought was a friend.
00:05:27Okay.
00:05:29How is it I can help you, Ms. Duvall?
00:05:31Actually, it's how we can help each other.
00:05:34You need a wife and I need revenge.
00:05:37We should get married.
00:05:40Gavin?
00:05:41Already on it.
00:05:42Claire Duvall, 25.
00:05:45I'm not sure I'm ready for this.
00:05:47Already on it.
00:05:48Claire Duvall, 25.
00:05:50No criminal record.
00:05:51Model with a news talent agency.
00:05:53And I'm married.
00:05:59Deal.
00:06:05Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Cross.
00:06:18So, thank you for doing this.
00:06:21If it's all the same to you,
00:06:23I'd like to keep this arrangement a secret for now.
00:06:28I need my fiancee, ex-fiancee,
00:06:31to find out about us in the right way,
00:06:33at just the right moment.
00:06:35I'll give you six months to plot an exact year of revenge.
00:06:38After that, our marriage will be over.
00:06:40I don't care.
00:06:41I don't care.
00:06:42I don't care.
00:06:43I don't care.
00:06:44I'll give you six months to plot an exact year of revenge.
00:06:47After that, our marriage announcement will be released to the press.
00:06:50Fair enough.
00:06:52One more thing.
00:06:53I need this marriage to appear as real as possible.
00:06:56That means living under the same roof.
00:06:59Oh.
00:07:00I have a very loyal, discreet staff that will keep our secret a secret.
00:07:05Every need will be met.
00:07:07I can live with that.
00:07:09Gavin will be in touch.
00:07:15That Miss Duval, she's, um, she's something.
00:07:19Don't you mean Mrs. Cross?
00:07:21Right.
00:07:22I just mean...
00:07:24You didn't even mention the prenup.
00:07:26Am I missing something?
00:07:27More than you can fathom.
00:07:29I want you to keep a close eye on my wife.
00:07:32Consider it done, boss.
00:07:45Okay.
00:07:46She's walking in right now.
00:07:47I gotta go.
00:07:49Hey.
00:07:50Hey.
00:07:51Thank God you're here.
00:07:52Ava was supposed to walk into the tour show later today.
00:07:55I need you to pretend to be her.
00:07:58You promised me last time I wouldn't have to do that again, Dylan.
00:08:02My company cannot afford to lose this commission.
00:08:04If you love me, you'll do this.
00:08:08I guess you leave me with no choice.
00:08:11I'll do it.
00:08:14I'm sorry everything got so screwed up yesterday.
00:08:17We'll get married soon.
00:08:20I promise.
00:08:22You don't know just how sorry you're gonna be.
00:08:26Welcome to the Vincent Latour Jewelry Showcase
00:08:29with fashion outfits provided by AliExpress.
00:08:33I'm going to be sick.
00:08:35What a two-timing bastard.
00:08:37Ava, bastard.
00:08:38Bitch.
00:08:39I know.
00:08:40Guard this with your life.
00:08:42Bad as it is.
00:08:43Piss off, Felix, you insufferable parasite.
00:08:45At least Ava's set to win the top model competition.
00:08:48Third year in a row.
00:08:49Your girl's career imploded before it even took off.
00:08:52I'm sorry.
00:08:53I'm sorry.
00:08:54I'm sorry.
00:08:55I'm sorry.
00:08:56I'm sorry.
00:08:57I'm sorry.
00:08:58I'm sorry.
00:08:59I'm sorry.
00:09:00I'm sorry.
00:09:01Don't piss me off.
00:09:02Uh, standing right here.
00:09:04Hurry.
00:09:05Put on your mask.
00:09:06That's the designer.
00:09:07He can never know you're not Ava.
00:09:09.
00:09:16Zoey, what are you doing?
00:09:18I'm grabbing your model gifting and we're outta here.
00:09:20You're not covering up for Ava again.
00:09:22Especially after what she did to you.
00:09:24Actually, I have a plan.
00:09:26Hand me the bracelet.
00:09:29Modeling our next piece in the True Love collection is Ava Bennett.
00:09:36Behold, the Juliet bracelet.
00:09:39Crafted with 36 exquisite emeralds and 15 flawless diamonds,
00:09:44this 22-carat wonder graces the wrist of our radiant Miss Ava Bennett.
00:09:55What is that?
00:09:57I don't do anklets.
00:09:58I hate anklets.
00:10:04Ooh, I'm a genius.
00:10:06I love it.
00:10:07I want one.
00:10:09Oh, perhaps I could envision an anklet or two in my line.
00:10:15Your girl just came out.
00:10:17You should get in here.
00:10:19Well, hello.
00:10:21That is not Ava Bennett.
00:10:23She does not possess fabulous legs like that.
00:10:26What is she up to?
00:10:28Who's under the mask?
00:10:30Mask up!
00:10:32Mask up! Mask up! Mask up! Mask up! Mask up! Mask up! Mask up! Mask up! Mask up!
00:10:41Well, let's all see what we're hiding here.
00:10:47Is that Ava?
00:10:48Is that Ava?
00:10:49Is that Ava?
00:10:50She's so cute.
00:10:51Is that not Ava?
00:10:52Where did you come from?
00:10:55That's Claire Duvall.
00:10:57A nobody and now a thief.
00:11:00How dare you steal Ava Bennett's place?
00:11:02That's a lie.
00:11:07You don't want to do that.
00:11:09Mr. Cross, we were not expecting you to come this evening.
00:11:13Well, it's a good thing I did.
00:11:18You alright?
00:11:20I am now.
00:11:25Joan Fairchild, Glamour Magazine.
00:11:28Does this mark your first return to the runway?
00:11:30How do you know the CEO of Pinnacle Entertainment, Christian Cross?
00:11:33Is there bad blood between you and Ava B?
00:11:35No comment.
00:11:45Need a ride?
00:11:48Well, that was exciting.
00:11:51Sorry to get you mixed up in all this.
00:11:54That's what husbands are for.
00:11:56You want to tell me what's going on back there?
00:12:00I did it on purpose.
00:12:02Put the bracelet on my ankle.
00:12:04The biggest difference between Ava and I is our legs.
00:12:07I wanted to get caught.
00:12:12I wanted to get caught.
00:12:15I wanted to get caught.
00:12:17And you did so spectacularly.
00:12:20I've never seen a model command the stage like you did up there.
00:12:23For a nobody.
00:12:25You're not a nobody.
00:12:27Nobody took their eyes off of you.
00:12:29You don't have to say that just because we're married.
00:12:32I know my modeling track record has been pathetic at best.
00:12:36Okay, and why is that?
00:12:38I mean, from where I'm standing, you have everything you need to be a top model.
00:12:42I don't know, just unlucky or something.
00:12:45Or something.
00:12:52I think I'm going to be sick. I can't deal with more reporters tonight.
00:12:56We can go back to my place. It's your call.
00:13:03Let's do it.
00:13:05This night can't get any crazier.
00:13:08Oh, I've got to get this.
00:13:10It's not good.
00:13:12Ava just gave an interview.
00:13:16It's not looking good.
00:13:18Ava just gave an interview.
00:13:20She told the reporters that she did not ask you to step in.
00:13:23She said that nobody can model Aliexpress and Ventilator like she does.
00:13:27And in fact, she said that you deliberately pushed her.
00:13:31And that's how she got hurt.
00:13:33Wow. So I've been bumped from stealing her spot to bodily assault?
00:13:37She's one step ahead of us.
00:13:39Not for long.
00:13:41Ava's going to want to revel in this victory, and she has a thing for bathrooms, so...
00:13:45Yuck!
00:13:47Gross.
00:13:49Zoe, here's what we're going to do.
00:13:53Mr. Latour, I take it you saw the interview?
00:13:55Yes.
00:13:56Yes, I agree. Claire has her issues.
00:13:59No, no, no. Don't worry. I've taken care of it.
00:14:02Don't worry. I've taken care of it.
00:14:05Don't worry. I've taken care of it.
00:14:07My legal department is preparing a statement for the press where she'll take full responsibility.
00:14:13Ava will be in top shape, back on her feet for the shoot in Seattle.
00:14:17Yes, you have my word.
00:14:20So, what do you say?
00:14:22Latour's in the bag.
00:14:24But Claire has to take the fall.
00:14:26Perfect.
00:14:28Let's celebrate.
00:14:36Are you going to join me?
00:14:40Oh, do you think that's a good idea?
00:14:43Because the doctor hasn't diagnosed your mysterious stomach issue yet.
00:14:47I have a different kind of ache, and I need you to take care of it.
00:14:57What?
00:14:59Is that a Jackson Pollock?
00:15:01It is. It's my favorite piece of his.
00:15:04It's incredible.
00:15:07You hungry?
00:15:09Starved.
00:15:18You're awfully quiet.
00:15:20More like speechless.
00:15:22The food was amazing. Where did you learn to cook like that?
00:15:26It's going to sound cliche, but growing up I spent more time in the kitchen with the staff than with my actual parents.
00:15:33I get it.
00:15:35Maybe you would.
00:15:37You're nothing like I thought you'd be.
00:15:39Dare I ask?
00:15:41Ruthless. Someone used to getting what they want at the expense of others.
00:15:46Someone who cares more about the bottom line than people.
00:15:52To most, I am that person.
00:15:55To the ones I hold dear, the ones I choose to let in.
00:16:03I love you.
00:16:15Make no mistake, Claire. If you do betray me, there'll be no forgiveness.
00:16:20Right back at you, Mr. Cross.
00:16:33Morning.
00:16:35Sorry, I must have dozed off.
00:16:37Hold on, let me get that.
00:16:39I don't think that's a good idea.
00:16:41No.
00:16:45Hello?
00:16:48Hello?
00:16:49Hey, where are you?
00:16:50I found a place to hide out. The reporters are hounding me.
00:16:53Claire Bear, I know this isn't ideal, but I need you in the office right now.
00:16:58Not ideal? Ava practically told the whole world I'm crazy.
00:17:02Oh, just forgive her.
00:17:03Poor Ava.
00:17:04The medication she's on is making her paranoid.
00:17:07Will I see you soon?
00:17:09Sure, Dylan. I'll see you soon.
00:17:14What are you doing?
00:17:17Just in case you need anything.
00:17:19Daddy?
00:17:20I mean, I was going to put hubby, but since you're keeping me a secret.
00:17:24For now.
00:17:27Okay.
00:17:32What were you thinking, Claire?
00:17:34All you had to do was put on the damn bracelet and walk the runway show for Ava.
00:17:38Why would you draw that much attention to your legs?
00:17:41The bracelet was tailored to Ava's wrist, and she's bigger boned than me.
00:17:45It didn't fit. I had to improvise.
00:17:47That makes sense.
00:17:49You know, I knew Ava was dead set that you had some agenda against me,
00:17:53but I told her there's no way that you would sabotage me.
00:17:56We're getting married. You love me. You would never hurt me.
00:18:00You're right, Dylan. You know me so well.
00:18:03There's still a situation here, and if you don't do something to fix this,
00:18:07Muse will lose the Latour contract.
00:18:10This will cause a domino effect at the agency, and I won't be able to stop the cutbacks.
00:18:14Junior staff will lose their jobs. That includes Zoe.
00:18:18I can't have that.
00:18:20Well, there's not much time.
00:18:22My legal department has prepared a damage control script.
00:18:27Memorize it.
00:18:29You'll be meeting with the press in ten minutes.
00:18:31But this is a confession.
00:18:34I might not have a career after this.
00:18:36Well, let's be honest. Ava is our top billing model,
00:18:39and you, Claire, never really took off,
00:18:43despite all the opportunities I created for you.
00:18:46I get it. I'm expendable.
00:18:49And one more thing.
00:18:51Stick to the script.
00:18:54No more improvising.
00:19:03Everything ready to go?
00:19:05My finger's on the trigger.
00:19:07I gotta go. Fire away.
00:19:09Okay.
00:19:10Please tell me you're using the bird.
00:19:13Okay.
00:19:14Please tell me you're using the burner.
00:19:16Who the hell are you?
00:19:20I'm thinking too small, rookie.
00:19:32Members of the press.
00:19:34Thank you for coming.
00:19:36In regards to the events that occurred at the True Love fashion show,
00:19:39I deeply regret any harm I caused Mr. Vincent Latour and his revered brand.
00:19:44I take full responsibility for my actions.
00:19:47News talent agency had no knowledge of my intention to take Ava's place on the runway.
00:19:53These photos would suggest otherwise.
00:19:58Photos? What photos?
00:20:04Photos? What photos?
00:20:07This is evidence that Miss Duvall regularly pretends to be Miss Bennet over the last two years.
00:20:12Surely the president of the company must have known.
00:20:15Right.
00:20:16Claire, if you're being used as a scapegoat and you want to be rescued, just blink twice.
00:20:20Miss Duvall stands by her statement.
00:20:23She acted alone as the sole perpetrator.
00:20:26I, we, news talent as a company, had no idea of any and all prior incidences.
00:20:34Oh, jeez.
00:20:37Oh, we are done here.
00:20:39Wait a minute.
00:20:40Wait, Mr. Maxwell.
00:20:41Mr. Maxwell.
00:20:42Mr. Maxwell.
00:20:43What happened?
00:20:44Wait, hold on.
00:20:45Mr. Maxwell.
00:20:46Mr. Maxwell.
00:20:47Wait a minute.
00:20:49Nicely done, Gavin.
00:20:51Thank you, Christian.
00:20:53Lady's had it under control. I just gave her a little boost.
00:20:57My wife's a force of nature.
00:20:59Yeah, she's had to be.
00:21:04Take a look at that.
00:21:10Here's what I got so far.
00:21:11Upon signing with Muse Talent Agency at 21, Claire Duvall was initially overseen by Miranda Maxwell.
00:21:17You know, Maxwell's older sister.
00:21:19Now the chairman of Maxwell Holdings.
00:21:21We've crossed paths.
00:21:22Exactly.
00:21:23Claire was hailed a rising star in the modeling world.
00:21:26Then inexplicably, her stardom plummeted.
00:21:29Rumors began to spread that she was temperamental.
00:21:31She would show up late for shoots or not at all.
00:21:33There was even suspicion that drugs were involved.
00:21:36Offers dried up completely.
00:21:38They deliberately ruined her.
00:21:40It appears that way, but why?
00:21:44If you want to crush someone's dream, you don't just take it away.
00:21:49You kill it.
00:21:50By that time, Claire's access to senior management was non-existent.
00:21:55She was relegated to a junior manager by the name of Zoey Bauer.
00:21:59And that's when Dylan Maxwell started dating Claire.
00:22:02He broke her down just so he could scoop her up.
00:22:07Doesn't make sense.
00:22:08Claire Duvall is the total package.
00:22:11Why would a talent agency tank the career of a supermodel in the making?
00:22:14Because there was more money to be made elsewhere.
00:22:19Someone's pulling Dylan Maxwell's strings.
00:22:21We have to find the puppet master.
00:22:29I'm sorry.
00:22:30I'm sorry.
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00:22:54I'm sorry.
00:22:55I'm sorry.
00:22:56I'm sorry.
00:22:58What?
00:22:59Claire, the paparazzi keeps following me everywhere, but I don't think I can lose them.
00:23:04Can I come over?
00:23:06No.
00:23:07No, I'm crashing at Zoe's.
00:23:09We need to strategize our next move.
00:23:11What next move?
00:23:12There is no next move.
00:23:13I've done my part and took the blame.
00:23:15No, no, no.
00:23:16It backfired.
00:23:17They're not after you now, Claire.
00:23:18They're after me.
00:23:19You could go and apologize to Ava.
00:23:22You can't be serious.
00:23:23No, I mean, if the press sees you do that, then...
00:23:26then they'll think I'm crazy.
00:23:27They'll think you're repentant.
00:23:29You know, I'm starting to question your loyalty, Claire.
00:23:33Are you still with me?
00:23:37Of course, Dylan.
00:23:42I'll be right there.
00:23:48When she gets here, I say we put Claire in her place.
00:23:52The little princess bowing before me.
00:23:54Genius.
00:23:55Genius. I love it.
00:23:56And everyone will see just how low she has fallen.
00:23:59That little bitch needs it drilled into her sad head that Dylan is mine.
00:24:05True that.
00:24:06Honestly, the one true star of Muse Talent Agency is Ava Bennett Maxwell.
00:24:14Accurate.
00:24:16She's going to push your buttons.
00:24:19Don't let her.
00:24:20I won't.
00:24:26Stop. She's coming.
00:24:31Ava.
00:24:33Claire.
00:24:37Didn't you come here to do something, like apologize to moi?
00:24:42That's what Dylan wants.
00:24:44Then get to it.
00:24:52What is this?
00:24:53Well, if you really want to apologize to me,
00:25:00then get down on your hands and knees.
00:25:04Then wash my feet.
00:25:09Just when I thought you couldn't sink any lower, you surprise me.
00:25:14Doesn't really sound like an apology, does it?
00:25:19You know what, Ava? I am sorry.
00:25:23Seeing you like this, seeing what you've become,
00:25:26seeing just how far you'll go to feed the emptiness inside of you.
00:25:31You know what? It's not your feet that need to be washed.
00:25:34It's that cold, black heart of yours.
00:25:38Bravo, Claire.
00:25:40How long have you been rehearsing that little speech?
00:25:43I'm still waiting on my apology.
00:25:45Tick tock.
00:25:47Then let me be perfectly clear.
00:25:49I will never, for as long as I live, apologize to the likes of you.
00:25:57Did you get all that?
00:26:03Hey, fans. Reggie here. Welcome back to my channel.
00:26:06So, the past 40 hours have been a cray cray.
00:26:10So, let's figure out what's going on in the battle royale of supermodels.
00:26:14I will never, for as long as I live, apologize to the likes of you.
00:26:21Listen here. Claire D was about to show all her true colors.
00:26:25But guess what, fans? That girl has nothing to apologize for. Nada. Zilch.
00:26:30Because this intrepid reporter has obtained intimate photos of Ava B.
00:26:35and a certain muse CEO.
00:26:37And guess what, fans?
00:26:39This intrepid reporter has obtained intimate photos of Ava B. and a certain muse CEO.
00:26:44Dylan M, aren't you engaged to, uh, Claire D?
00:26:48She just got a cheat, I guess.
00:26:50And listen here, Ava B.
00:26:51You are one naughty, nasty, disgusting little girl, by the way.
00:26:57So, tune in next week to see what happens on the battle royale of supermodels.
00:27:01I'm gonna go ahead and wash my eyes out now because I feel wrong.
00:27:06Wrong.
00:27:07Miss Reggie took your anonymous tip and ran with it.
00:27:10It's brilliant, Claire.
00:27:11Oh, that? That was nothing.
00:27:14You're enjoying this.
00:27:16What's that old expression, revenge is sweet?
00:27:19I like this side of you.
00:27:21Then do you want to join me on part two of my revenge?
00:27:24Lead the way.
00:27:29Hey, it's Claire. Leave a message.
00:27:31Hey, Claire Bear. Um, I'm here where you told us to meet. Where are you?
00:27:35Hey, look, Ava thing, it's not what it seems, okay?
00:27:38We can talk about it when you get here.
00:27:40See you soon.
00:27:50I cannot tell you how many times I was the one left hanging, waiting for him.
00:27:55Sometimes he would show. Most often not at all.
00:27:59Do you still love him?
00:28:01How can I love someone I never really knew?
00:28:05Look at him over there, plotting ways to get me back.
00:28:08He's clearly into Ava.
00:28:10Why is he trying so hard to salvage a relationship he cares nothing about?
00:28:14That's the million dollar question.
00:28:21Poor bastard.
00:28:23You want to keep watching?
00:28:25No. I'm ready to move forward.
00:28:28Let's go back to my house and get the last of my things.
00:28:40She came by to say goodnight.
00:28:42Come in.
00:28:46Is this your family?
00:28:48Yeah. This is my debutante ball. I was 20.
00:28:51Was it a memorable night?
00:28:54Unforgettable.
00:28:56Unforgettable.
00:28:59Claire!
00:29:01Where are you, Claire?
00:29:03Claire?
00:29:06Claire! There you are.
00:29:08What are you doing hiding out here? This is your debut.
00:29:12I just need a moment, Mom.
00:29:15Well, your grandmother's looking for you.
00:29:17She has someone she wants you to meet.
00:29:19He's quite a catch.
00:29:21I want more from this life than balls and suitable matches
00:29:25and this golden cage.
00:29:27There's a world out there to explore.
00:29:29Adventures to have. Risks to take.
00:29:31Enough of this nonsense, Claire.
00:29:33Your grandmother is not someone to be trifled with.
00:29:36Well, tell her thanks but no thanks.
00:29:39Honestly, tell her I'd rather die than meet another
00:29:42boring, entitled rich boy that checks all of her boxes.
00:29:46Don't be selfish.
00:29:49Can't afford another scandal.
00:29:51Like when Dad left his first wife for you?
00:29:55Like when Dad left his first wife for you?
00:30:05Remember who you are.
00:30:08The sole heiress to the Winthrop Empire.
00:30:11You need to stay here and do your part, young lady.
00:30:15I'm not your young lady.
00:30:17And I'm no longer a Winthrop.
00:30:20From now on, I'll forge my own path and make my own name.
00:30:23From now on, I'll forge my own path and make my own name.
00:30:29That was the last time I saw them before I ran away.
00:30:35They died in a helicopter crash a year later.
00:30:54Hmm, what's the five gonna be today?
00:31:02Endless possibilities.
00:31:04So many to pick from.
00:31:05With AliExpress, you're covered wherever you go.
00:31:10Dylan, did you see it?
00:31:12It should be me modeling for AliExpress.
00:31:15First the scandal and now this.
00:31:17The world is turning against me.
00:31:20I need you.
00:31:22You're not the only one going through shit, Ava.
00:31:24Why are you being so mean?
00:31:29My office. Now.
00:31:32I'm-
00:31:37Oh, how's your appetite, baby brother?
00:31:41This was supposed to be easy.
00:31:44And you're fucking it all up.
00:31:48Claire, it's me.
00:31:51I'm coming in, okay?
00:32:02Claire, they were playing Backfire.
00:32:04Should I be worried? Where are you?
00:32:06I'm home.
00:32:07Bullshit. I am in your house.
00:32:10Yeah, I woke up this morning and got like a thousand texts from Dylan asking for your whereabouts.
00:32:15He wanted my address since you were crashing at my place.
00:32:18But we both know you're not at my place nor at yours.
00:32:21So Claire, where are you?
00:32:23In the mood for a frittata?
00:32:25Frittata?
00:32:26Who's that?
00:32:30So, I got married.
00:32:33Married? When? How? With who?
00:32:39It's a long story, Ava.
00:32:41It's too long for a phone call. Stay put, Gavin will pick you up.
00:32:44Gavin? Who the hell is Gavin?
00:32:53Hey, Rookie. Gavin at your service.
00:32:56You.
00:33:03Why would you do that?
00:33:04For being an arrogant prick.
00:33:06You got a short fuse, Rookie?
00:33:08My name is Zoe, asshole.
00:33:26We're coming in.
00:33:28Hi.
00:33:34I'm Christian Cross.
00:33:37I'm Christian Cross.
00:33:39Believe me, Mr. Cross. I know who you are. Everybody knows.
00:33:43Call me Christian. I mean, Claire talks so much about you, I feel like I already know you.
00:33:47Yeah?
00:33:49Cool.
00:33:51Claire, a word?
00:33:56Excuse us.
00:34:00No kicks for him.
00:34:03You married Christian Cross?
00:34:05Don't freak out.
00:34:06Too late. Christian Cross is your husband.
00:34:10I know.
00:34:11Claire, this is like next, next level.
00:34:13Dylan is gonna shit himself.
00:34:16You couldn't ask for sweeter revenge than dumping that shriveled little worm and scoring the richest, baddest, sexiest dude in this whole freaking planet.
00:34:25Zoe, we can't tell anyone yet.
00:34:28Swear you won't say anything.
00:34:30Swear you won't say anything.
00:34:32I swear.
00:34:34This is going to be epic!
00:34:37Oh my gosh.
00:34:44Dylan, what are you doing here?
00:34:46I need to talk to you.
00:34:48Doc, have you figured out what's wrong with her stomach?
00:34:50Yes. I predict that it will be resolved in nine months.
00:34:53Why? That's long.
00:34:55That has come a long way, Mr. Maxwell.
00:34:57But even science can't shorten the gestation period of a fetus.
00:35:01Oh.
00:35:05Okay, so.
00:35:07We stabilized your pregnancy and corrected your acute need.
00:35:11You're no longer at risk of miscarriage.
00:35:13But if you continue to neglect your condition, you will need to come back and get another transfusion.
00:35:18Do not wait until you faint this time, Ms. Bennett.
00:35:21Thanks, doctor. I won't.
00:35:23Ms. Bennett. Mr. Maxwell.
00:35:35I can't believe this.
00:35:37You're pregnant?
00:35:39Why wouldn't you tell me about this before?
00:35:41This is a fucking disaster.
00:35:43How can you have a bun in the oven and walk on a runway? Huh?
00:35:47You know what the press finds out?
00:35:49We're fucked.
00:35:51They tear us to shreds. There is no coming back from this.
00:35:54Do you understand what you've done?
00:35:56If Claire finds out about this, she won't marry me. I've lost everything.
00:36:00How dare you?
00:36:02I am so sick and tired of hearing Claire's name.
00:36:07You are going to be a father now, Dylan.
00:36:09How can you just still marry her?
00:36:11You told me you don't love her anymore.
00:36:13I don't love her.
00:36:15Then break up with her and marry me!
00:36:17It's not that simple.
00:36:19Claire is worth billions.
00:36:21Or her family is. She is a Winthrop.
00:36:23So you're telling me that that skank-leggy bitch is some secret heiress?
00:36:29When Claire became a model, she had to change her name because her family didn't approve.
00:36:35And how do you know this information?
00:36:37Miranda, my sister.
00:36:39She runs in the same circles as her grandmother.
00:36:41Just think about it.
00:36:43If I marry Claire, the only thing that's standing between me and three billion dollars
00:36:48is an ancient bitch who's about to fall over.
00:36:51You mean three billion dollars standing between us.
00:36:55Yes.
00:36:56Right, Dylan?
00:36:57Of course, Ava.
00:36:58But in order for that to work, Claire cannot succeed.
00:37:01And you have to be at the top of your game and win the competition.
00:37:06Or if that doesn't work, sabotage.
00:37:09Claire won't know what hit her.
00:37:11And we still have the Latour contract.
00:37:13So we can turn this thing around.
00:37:15You'll win top model at the competition.
00:37:17Claire will be crushed and have to marry me.
00:37:21And then we'll tell everybody that you're abroad in Milan.
00:37:25Or you're having our baby.
00:37:27And once that elder bitch croaks, a series of unfortunate events will happen to Claire.
00:37:33Too bad. So sad.
00:37:35Bye-bye, Claire-bear.
00:37:37Bye-bye, Claire-bear.
00:37:44Well, after careful consideration, Latour has chosen Claire Duval as the new face of our true love collection.
00:37:56I'm deeply honored by Miss Latour's faith in me.
00:37:59And I look forward to representing such a prestigious global brand.
00:38:03Uh, Mr. Latour?
00:38:05A little birdie told me that Ava B's contract was terminated using a morality clause.
00:38:10Well, after the whole Bathroom Gate scandal, can you blame me?
00:38:15But Miss Duval's not without her own controversy.
00:38:18Especially after impersonating Ava Bennett at her own show.
00:38:22What made you decide to give her a shot?
00:38:24Well, Christian, you were asking me to bet on an unproven model with a dubious past.
00:38:34I could tell you how brilliant she is.
00:38:36Or how lucky you'd be to have her.
00:38:38But I'm not going to try to persuade you, Vince.
00:38:40Time will do that.
00:38:44What I will say is, if you don't hire Claire Duval,
00:38:48Pinnacle will unilaterally stop promoting Latour across all platforms.
00:38:52From film and television productions to our cruise lines.
00:38:57Well, you know, when I decided to expand from a single shop on Jewelers Row
00:39:04to an international brand with shops on seven continents,
00:39:09someone took a chance on me.
00:39:11And it is finally time that I repay that favor.
00:39:14So, to the future of Latour.
00:39:16And we are expecting great things from Miss Duval at her upcoming photoshoot in Seattle.
00:39:27When I asked you to move in, I never pictured you in the kitchen.
00:39:30It's quite a sight.
00:39:32You're not supposed to be home for another hour.
00:39:34I was going to clean up.
00:39:36Where's the staff?
00:39:37I gave them the night off so we could celebrate my gig.
00:39:40Okay, what's it here all about?
00:39:43The oven.
00:39:44I totally forgot about the steaks.
00:39:52I like it that way.
00:39:54If a waiter asked me how I wanted it, I would say that.
00:39:57That looks good.
00:39:58But it's not great.
00:40:00Okay, take out it is.
00:40:03Burst.
00:40:24Cheers.
00:40:29I always wondered what it would be like
00:40:32to come home to someone at the end of the night.
00:40:34And?
00:40:55I'm loving this feeling.
00:40:58It feels so right.
00:41:05Take me away.
00:41:09So have your arms around me.
00:41:12And hold me tight.
00:41:16I'm loving this feeling.
00:41:19It feels so right.
00:41:22Take me away.
00:41:25To a place where no one can find us all.
00:41:30Take me away.
00:41:42It could all just be so simple.
00:41:46If you wanted to be mine.
00:41:50You don't gotta be shy.
00:41:54Relax your mind, relax your mind.
00:41:57Don't take your time, don't take your time.
00:42:01It's alright, it's alright.
00:42:04Say it once, say it once.
00:42:09Talking about everything.
00:42:13So are you ever going to tell me why you had to get married?
00:42:16It's not a very romantic story.
00:42:18And mine is.
00:42:19I think we're past that.
00:42:21The Cross men throughout history have always been adventurers.
00:42:25Some might even say rogues.
00:42:27There were quite a few rakes.
00:42:29More than a few duels.
00:42:31Why sir, how scandalous.
00:42:34I'm most assuredly intrigued.
00:42:36A lot of them died really young.
00:42:38Out of nowhere.
00:42:40The Crosses were literally dying off.
00:42:43So, a codice was added that required all Cross men to be married by the time they were 30.
00:42:49Or they'd lose their inheritance.
00:42:51Seriously?
00:42:52Seriously.
00:42:54I turned 30.
00:42:56On that day.
00:42:59That was your birthday.
00:43:01You didn't even celebrate.
00:43:03Yes I did.
00:43:06You came home with me.
00:43:13I did.
00:43:34Christian!
00:43:36My dear, how is your evening going so far?
00:43:39Yeah, good so far.
00:43:41Thank you for inviting me.
00:43:42Of course.
00:43:43And your ventures?
00:43:44Tell me about your most recent acquisition.
00:43:47A Silicon Valley startup with a promising artificial intelligence.
00:43:51I think it could be a game changer.
00:43:53Speaking of change, have you found anyone special?
00:43:57Not yet.
00:43:59I'm still searching.
00:44:00Well, then you must meet my granddaughter Claire.
00:44:05There she is.
00:44:12There she is.
00:44:14You need to stay here and do your part, young lady.
00:44:18From now on, I'll forge my own path and make my own name.
00:44:25Do not test me, Miss Winthrop.
00:44:27Throwing away a billion-dollar trust fund for a whimsical game of independence.
00:44:33Don't you worry.
00:44:35I'll bring her to heel.
00:44:37Don't bother.
00:44:38I have no interest in a bride who's been coerced.
00:44:46I'm sorry.
00:44:48I'm sorry.
00:44:50I'm sorry.
00:44:52I'm sorry.
00:44:54I'm sorry.
00:44:57Hey.
00:44:59You're so beautiful.
00:45:03Hey, stop.
00:45:07Isn't it real for me?
00:45:09Promise we'll never forget that.
00:45:12I promise.
00:45:27My meeting's a pinnacle.
00:45:29It should end around five.
00:45:30And you're done here on seven o'clock?
00:45:32Picking some of the city.
00:45:33I can't wait.
00:45:35Anais Adler is one of the most famous fashion photographers in the world.
00:45:39Christian, what if I freeze up or stumble or choke or something?
00:45:42Then you're spectacular.
00:45:44Because you are spectacular.
00:45:47Okay?
00:45:49Okay.
00:45:52Okay?
00:46:11Private plane, limousine to the chute, and a hunky mogul waiting for you afterwards?
00:46:16Sign me up.
00:46:18These last five years I've had such bad luck.
00:46:20But since Christian came into my life, I think my luck has finally changed.
00:46:31No one deserves it more than you do, Claire. Now, let's get in there and blow them all away.
00:46:45I'm with you today.
00:46:48Claire's my girl. I've got this.
00:46:50I think, Miss Bauer, that we got off on the wrong foot.
00:46:54I think you're an excellent manager.
00:46:56And under normal circumstances, Miss Duval will be in great hands.
00:47:00But?
00:47:02There are dark forces at play.
00:47:04Claire's gonna need all the help she can get.
00:47:07Truce?
00:47:09For Claire.
00:47:11Truce.
00:47:14Ah.
00:47:16Claire, this is a first date.
00:47:18Ah, you're so nervous, oui?
00:47:20Of course.
00:47:22You may be the one, no?
00:47:24So, what necklace do you wear?
00:47:26Come, s'il vous plaît.
00:47:28That one?
00:47:34Oh, incredible.
00:47:36Oui, oui.
00:47:38Oh, yes.
00:47:40The eyes of so much hope and thrill.
00:47:45Oui.
00:47:47Claire, come, rest.
00:47:49The male model, he should be here any moment.
00:47:51And let's hope whoever they sent can match your looks and your talent.
00:47:56It is tragic we never worked together before.
00:47:59But it's yours.
00:48:01Okay, you rest.
00:48:06It's happening. It's finally happening.
00:48:11Dylan, you scared me. What are you doing here?
00:48:13Last time that I checked, we were still engaged.
00:48:16So, I have every right to see my fiancé?
00:48:19Yeah, well, you lost that right when you slept with Ava.
00:48:22No, that was a one-time thing.
00:48:24And it didn't mean anything at all.
00:48:26But we could have moved past it if you would have just returned my calls.
00:48:31Come on.
00:48:33Don't be like this to me.
00:48:35Not after everything I've done for you.
00:48:37Done for me?
00:48:40You weren't just a crappy boyfriend, Dylan.
00:48:42You were a crappy agent, too.
00:48:44I don't know how you tricked Latour into giving you this gig.
00:48:48But you're making a fool of yourself.
00:48:51The days of pretending to be a model, they're over, Claire.
00:48:55All right, you're coming home with me right now.
00:48:57We'll get married in Vegas on our way back.
00:49:00No.
00:49:02We're over.
00:49:04We've been over for a long time, Dylan.
00:49:07We've been over for a long time.
00:49:10Leave.
00:49:14You're hurting me.
00:49:16I haven't even begun to hurt you.
00:49:18You know my biggest mistake was being too gentle with you.
00:49:21You know that male model that's supposed to show up today?
00:49:24He's not coming.
00:49:26Your biggest break is about to be your worst nightmare.
00:49:30Nobody will show up for you after your little drama today ruins this shoot.
00:49:36What? You think you're too good for me, Claire? Huh?
00:49:39You will never escape from me.
00:49:41Let her go!
00:49:43Hey, you need to leave. Now.
00:49:45I'm going.
00:49:48I'll see you soon, Claire Bear.
00:49:52Are you okay?
00:49:54No.
00:49:56Dylan canceled the male model.
00:49:58No one's coming.
00:50:00When Latour finds out, I'm ruined.
00:50:05There's still time to fix this.
00:50:07You thinking what I'm thinking?
00:50:13Hey.
00:50:15How quick can you get to the studio?
00:50:18Year one foot traffic, what are we projecting?
00:50:20Fifteen million, conservatively.
00:50:22And if we surpass that?
00:50:24A ten percent balance is currently. Straight up.
00:50:35Let's make history together.
00:50:40Excuse me.
00:50:41How quick can you get to the studio?
00:50:45Hello, Vincent.
00:50:47This is catastrophe.
00:50:49My time, it does not extend eternal.
00:50:51No.
00:50:52Where is the lover to complete the true love piece de resistance? Huh?
00:50:57Annie, yes, I know. I am sorry.
00:51:00We are scrambling to find somebody.
00:51:02But nothing is looking good.
00:51:04This Claire Duval, I am telling you.
00:51:06Disaster just follows this chick wherever she goes.
00:51:23Crisis averted.
00:51:25The lover is here.
00:51:29And we'll do what a lover he is.
00:51:34Thank you for doing this.
00:51:36He touch you?
00:51:38Maxwell will pay for this.
00:51:40He touches my wife.
00:51:45Quick, quick. Get the lover in costume.
00:51:48Please.
00:51:52Excuse me, Miss Adler.
00:51:53Let's try not to show his face.
00:51:55Mr. Cross really values his privacy.
00:51:57I have an NDA here for you and the crew to sign.
00:51:59Thank you so much.
00:52:01Wait.
00:52:02No.
00:52:03This is the grand gesture.
00:52:05The moment of do or die.
00:52:08The height of love romance.
00:52:10Voila.
00:52:11There he is, Claire.
00:52:12Down on one knee.
00:52:14Ring in hand.
00:52:15A question in his eyes.
00:52:21And you, your heart says,
00:52:23Behold this.
00:52:25This is the dream come true.
00:52:27True romance.
00:52:30This.
00:52:34This.
00:52:43Christian Cross.
00:52:46I'll be damned.
00:52:48The bond, it has a much deeper way.
00:52:54No matter what life threw at you,
00:52:57it cannot tear you apart.
00:52:59Huh?
00:53:02Look into each other's eyes and whisper.
00:53:07Hey, wifey.
00:53:09Hey, hubby.
00:53:13This campaign is going to be a massive hit.
00:53:29First up, let's look at the creme de la creme of the nominees.
00:53:32Of course, top of the list is our reigning queen, Ava B.
00:53:36But hold up, girlfriend.
00:53:38Because guess what?
00:53:39We have a stunning newcomer in Claire D.
00:53:42And we all know how she's skyrocketed to fame.
00:53:44Of course, by what?
00:53:46Drum roll, please.
00:53:48Yep, that's right.
00:53:49The Latour True Love Campaign.
00:53:52Shot by the one and only Anaïs Adler.
00:53:55Thank you, God.
00:53:56She transcends male beauty.
00:53:58Je ne sais quoi.
00:54:00A soulful essence in her eyes.
00:54:03C'est magnifique.
00:54:05That's right.
00:54:06The Latour True Love Campaign.
00:54:09Ladies and gentlemen.
00:54:10Bams!
00:54:11Claire D. is literally the personification of grace.
00:54:14And the chemistry in this shoot?
00:54:16Oh, my God.
00:54:18It was off, off, off, off the chain.
00:54:20And who on earth is this stunning, faceless model with that sexy back?
00:54:26Oh, yum, yum, yum, yum.
00:54:28I need more. I want more.
00:54:29I need so much more.
00:54:31I have literally been emailing Mr. Vincent Latour daily trying to get the big reveal.
00:54:36Ahem.
00:54:37Dear Mr. Vincent Latour, here he, here he.
00:54:41You are the worst.
00:54:42I cannot stand you.
00:54:43And you are killing me with the suspense.
00:54:44Sincerely, Reginald.
00:54:47The couple embodies the timeless quality of true love.
00:54:50And we are honored and proud of the positive feedback that this campaign has generated.
00:54:56Now, of course, we all know Mr. Vincent Latour is going to make so much mucho dinero off this campaign.
00:55:03But friends, fams, we are only one week away from the Battle Royale, the top model competition.
00:55:11And guess what?
00:55:12Mr. Vince Latour is going to be a judge.
00:55:14So, I might just have to flutter on over to him and ask him in person who this sexy back is.
00:55:20Because guess what, fans?
00:55:22Ahem.
00:55:23That's right.
00:55:24George Truly has been tapped by the network to host the top model competition.
00:55:30Yeah!
00:55:31Oh, my God.
00:55:32Oh, you like me?
00:55:34You really do like me?
00:55:35You really like me?
00:55:40Yes, you do.
00:55:44Who the fuck is this guy?
00:55:46I did everything in my power to make sure the male model would not show up so Claire would follow her face.
00:55:51She always just lands on her feet.
00:55:56Looks like she's landing more than just on her feet.
00:55:59On a kitchen counter.
00:56:01In a hallway.
00:56:03On the stairs.
00:56:05Against a shower wall.
00:56:07Ava, get your mind out the gutter.
00:56:09That's not what you were telling me last night.
00:56:11We're talking about Claire here.
00:56:12She's not like you.
00:56:16Okay.
00:56:17Claire, she's such a saint, huh?
00:56:20The Vestal Virgin.
00:56:21If she's so special, then why didn't you knock her up instead?
00:56:26Oh, wait.
00:56:27I know why.
00:56:28Because Claire didn't like you that much.
00:56:31And now that she's with a guy that she actually likes, you can't handle it, can you?
00:56:39I don't think so.
00:56:40I'm not some meek bitch that's gonna stand for your shit.
00:56:43I am the only one that's gonna make sure that Claire doesn't win top model from inside the competition.
00:56:49Don't get too full of yourself, Ava.
00:56:51You're not the only one.
00:56:53Who else do you have in your pocket?
00:56:55What aren't you telling me?
00:56:57Just stick to your plan to sabotage Claire.
00:57:00I'll handle mine.
00:57:01Fine.
00:57:02You keep your secrets.
00:57:04And I'll keep mine.
00:57:11We need to meet.
00:57:13It's too dangerous.
00:57:15The usual spot.
00:57:17Room 201?
00:57:18I'll be there.
00:57:23Hey, no peeking.
00:57:25Just like a little kid.
00:57:27It's a surprise.
00:57:29Just a few more steps.
00:57:32Shouldn't you be swamped with work?
00:57:34We can wait.
00:57:35You are my priority.
00:57:41We need the perfect armor for combat.
00:57:43That's such a guy thing to say.
00:57:46It's a modeling competition, not war.
00:57:48Make no mistake, Claire.
00:57:50It is war.
00:57:52And I'll be there for you.
00:57:54Oh, did I forget to mention Pinnacle is the network televising the event?
00:57:59You definitely did not mention that, no.
00:58:03I'm sorry.
00:58:06You definitely did not mention that, no.
00:58:10I'm a wife, Claire.
00:58:11I wouldn't miss it for the world.
00:58:25You should choose your words more carefully.
00:58:28I don't take well to threats.
00:58:30Well, you should have thought about that before you failed so miserably.
00:58:34Let's not forget, I own you.
00:58:39I'll admit, Claire being nominated to top model does put an unexpected wrinkle in our...
00:58:46Wrinkle?
00:58:47You were supposed to end this modeling nonsense, not launch her into the stratosphere.
00:58:52Your granddaughter hasn't won yet.
00:58:55And if you play your part, Claire will walk down that runway and crash and burn.
00:59:06Start talking.
00:59:09Here's what we do.
00:59:19I cannot wait to knock off that old battle axe.
00:59:23Oh, fall in the shower.
00:59:26A mix of medication.
00:59:28Alright, focus, Dylan.
00:59:30That will happen after you marry Claire.
00:59:34Now, I need you to go visit Bruno Lundy.
00:59:37Make sure he knows he won't be a judge this year.
00:59:41Convince him it's worth his while.
00:59:44And that old bat, you think she's up for it?
00:59:47She'll do it.
00:59:49Grace Winthrop has controlled that family for 50 years.
00:59:55No one has even stood up to her.
00:59:58Except Claire.
01:00:00She doesn't just want Claire back in the fold.
01:00:03She wants Claire under her thumb.
01:00:12Just hold tight, Gavin. I'll let you know after I speak with Claire.
01:00:17Morning, puppy.
01:00:21I need you to sit down.
01:00:23What's wrong, Christian? You're scaring me.
01:00:26The head of production at Pinnacle noticed a judge change in the competition.
01:00:30Really needs you to say this, Claire.
01:00:33Your grandmother's going to be one of the judges.
01:00:35What? That's not possible.
01:00:38She would never... There's been a mistake.
01:00:40She despises modeling.
01:00:42She hates that I became one.
01:00:44Why would she do this?
01:00:56My own grandmother is going to vote against me.
01:00:59I can't escape her.
01:01:01This isn't the first time your grandmother's tried to destroy your career, Claire.
01:01:06I had investigators looking at Dylan and Miranda.
01:01:09What do they have to do with this?
01:01:11Two years ago, Maxwell Holdings was on the verge of bankruptcy
01:01:14from a series of bad investments and poorly timed expansions.
01:01:18Muse and all of its subsidiaries were on the chopping block.
01:01:21Then, they received an influx of cash from a new, silent partner.
01:01:26Winthrop Limited?
01:01:28Yes.
01:01:29The terms of the deal were that Dylan and Miranda
01:01:32were to do everything in their power to derail the future of a promising young model.
01:01:37You, Claire.
01:01:40So all the rumors that I was on drugs, incompetent, unstable...
01:01:45My own grandmother was behind all of it.
01:01:47Yeah, but you were more stubborn than they calculated.
01:01:50You never gave up, Claire.
01:01:52I saw her manage everyone in my family.
01:01:55My own parents were like sycophantic puppets in her grasp.
01:01:59But I never thought she'd go to such lengths to control me.
01:02:03But I never thought she'd go to such lengths to control me.
01:02:07It's like she doesn't see me as a real person, with needs and fears and dreams.
01:02:12That's her loss, Claire.
01:02:14I wonder if marrying Dylan was a part of her plan.
01:02:18I mean, she's tried to marry me off before.
01:02:22Then you must meet my granddaughter, Claire.
01:02:26There she is.
01:02:29Okay, about that.
01:02:33About that.
01:02:34As if I'd marry someone she chose.
01:02:37Have you found anyone special?
01:02:39Then you must meet my granddaughter, Claire.
01:02:45I don't believe that your grandmother would consider Dylan for you.
01:02:49That is Miranda Maxwell written all over it.
01:02:52Your grandmother never technically disinherited you.
01:02:55Your grandmother never technically disinherited you.
01:02:58As her sole surviving heir, Dylan stood to come into billions after marrying you.
01:03:02Yeah, but my grandmother's still alive.
01:03:05Yes, there is that.
01:03:10I just want a fair competition, where I win or lose on my own merits.
01:03:15Not because the deck is stacked against me.
01:03:18Your grandmother's just one judge.
01:03:21There are three others.
01:03:26Hey, sexy.
01:03:45Claire, one more.
01:03:46One more, one more.
01:03:47Claire, right here.
01:03:48Claire, who's taking home the top model title tonight?
01:03:50You or Ava Bennett?
01:03:52Let's not get ahead of ourselves here.
01:03:54There are ten models in this competition who got here through hard work and talent.
01:03:58This is a night to celebrate all of us.
01:04:00A time to honor...
01:04:07I can't escape her.
01:04:09This isn't the first time your grandmother's tried to destroy your career.
01:04:13That's all, folks.
01:04:15Ms. Laval has a big night ahead of her. Thank you.
01:04:17Claire, one more.
01:04:18How do you know Christian Grass?
01:04:21I think I'm going to be sick.
01:04:23I didn't expect it to be that hard, seeing her like this.
01:04:26Okay, hang tight, Claire.
01:04:27Gavin, help her. I'll go get her a wet towel.
01:04:31You want a water or something?
01:04:32Yes, thank you.
01:04:36Just try to relax.
01:04:50Check and see if anyone's inside, Simon.
01:05:02Alright, coast is clear.
01:05:04I've got to be back at the judging table in five minutes, so we've got to be quick.
01:05:09Then shut up and get busy.
01:05:12Gross. Yuck. Not again.
01:05:17Ava. Ava, you saucy minx. You're killing me.
01:05:21Show me sexy.
01:05:23That belly of yours. Oh, so yummy.
01:05:26That's my baby. Come to papa.
01:05:29Holy shit! No freaking way!
01:05:47Hey, Christian.
01:05:50You will not believe what Ava's been up to.
01:05:53I'm listening.
01:05:55Not now. I don't want to distract Claire, but quite a bombshell.
01:06:01I can barely contain my excitement.
01:06:05Where are you sitting?
01:06:07Behind the judges. First row.
01:06:10Hey, wifey. You alright?
01:06:13Sure, hubby. The last remaining member of my family is here to ruin me.
01:06:17But I'm doing awesome.
01:06:19Breathe, Claire. You got this.
01:06:22If it gets to be too much, just find me in the crowd.
01:06:30Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the 23rd Top Model Competition.
01:06:35Powered by AliExpress.
01:06:37Where fashion meets savvy budget.
01:06:40Find the perfect outfit for you and your unique self.
01:06:44Now, let's get to the giants of fashion and glamour.
01:06:48Who will be judging tonight's super model finalists.
01:06:51First, in the world of jewelry, the legend whose styles adorn the stars.
01:06:57Vincent Latour.
01:07:02Next, he is the visionary behind so many iconic faces in the industry.
01:07:07Simon Blackwell of Blackwell Modeling Town.
01:07:12Our third judge is Kiko Watanabe.
01:07:14Actress extraordinaire under the Pinnacle Network banner.
01:07:18And last, and by no means least, she is our substitute judge.
01:07:22Who stepped in for Bruno Lundy after his unfortunate fall down a staircase.
01:07:27Our prayers are with you, Bruno, as you get through this coma.
01:07:30The one, the only, Grace Winthrop of Winthrop Limited.
01:07:35The seven generation dynasty of department stores.
01:07:49Suck it in, mama. We're almost there.
01:07:52Zip it, Felix. Tighter.
01:07:55A masterpiece.
01:07:57Not yet. We have other plans tonight, remember?
01:08:06Leave it to me, your highness. Your baby's got you.
01:08:20Ow! What are you doing?
01:08:21You brute. I bent down to pick up my name tag.
01:08:24Are you security or shall I call security?
01:08:27Just get out of here.
01:08:30Move. Move!
01:08:33May the best bitch win, bitch.
01:08:37Don't listen to her.
01:08:41Next up is Ava Bennett, our reigning top contestant for the past three years.
01:08:46She slays harder than Santa, so watch out for those reindeer.
01:09:00What?
01:09:26Break a leg, Clairebearer.
01:09:28Move!
01:09:29Idiot.
01:09:31Next up is Claire Duval, whose meteoric rise in the industry has caught everyone off guard.
01:09:36You heard me.
01:09:39Next up is Claire Duval, whose meteoric rise in the industry has caught everyone off guard.
01:09:58What?
01:10:22Come on, my love. Rise up and show them who you are.
01:10:29Your girl's career imploded before it even took off.
01:10:32But you're making a fool of yourself.
01:10:35The days of pretending to be a model, they're over, Claire.
01:10:39Ava is our top billing model.
01:10:41And you, Claire.
01:10:44It never really took off.
01:10:46You've lost everything.
01:10:48And you just don't know it.
01:10:50I'm sorry, Claire.
01:10:52I'm sorry, Claire.
01:10:54I'm sorry, Claire.
01:10:56You've lost everything.
01:10:58And you just don't know it yet.
01:11:02Come on, my love. Rise up and show them who you are.
01:11:07From now on, I'll forge my own path and make my own name.
01:11:13I will forge my own path and make my own name.
01:11:26I will forge my own path and make my own name.
01:11:56I will forge my own path and make my own name.
01:12:27Get off me!
01:12:30Bitch.
01:12:37Way to go, Claire. You slicker.
01:12:57And now the moment you've all been waiting for.
01:13:02Oh my god.
01:13:04Folks, we just had a glitch in the Matrix.
01:13:06Something that has never happened in the 23 years of top model competition.
01:13:10A tie between Ava Bennett and Claire Duvall.
01:13:21What? Seriously?
01:13:23Clearly, mature has something going on with Claire.
01:13:26Really, Ava?
01:13:28Because last I checked, you and Judge Simon Blackwell have been getting a little too cozy and...
01:13:33Whoops.
01:13:34There's a mini Blackwell on the way.
01:13:36Yep, she's expecting his baby.
01:13:39His baby?
01:13:41No, that's my baby.
01:13:44Hey, easy. Relax, man. Relax.
01:13:48Get a grip, both of you!
01:13:50Whoa, whoa, whoa. Let's not turn this into a daytime drama, okay, people?
01:13:54We are here to crown a winner, which means we need a decisive vote.
01:13:58Top model competition rules state that in the event of a tie,
01:14:01we will have an independent third party determine who has won.
01:14:05So, we are now bringing out the big guns.
01:14:07Christian Cross, CEO of Pinnacle Entertainment, you're up, sir.
01:14:18Mr. Cross, we'll now cast the tie-breaking vote.
01:14:22So, who will be the 23rd winner of the top model competition?
01:14:32There's only one person who embodies the grace, character, and beauty of a top model.
01:14:40And that is Claire Duvall.
01:14:43But I have a conflict of interest, because Claire Duvall is not just a top model contestant.
01:14:51She's also my wife, Claire Duvall Cross.
01:14:55But I have a conflict of interest, because Claire Duvall is not just a top model contestant.
01:15:02She's also my wife, Claire Duvall Cross.
01:15:18Seriously? This is so unfair! Of course she gets him, and all I have is...
01:15:26Ah!
01:15:33She was sleeping with him while she was with me. How dare she?
01:15:36Clue in, Dylan. We need to do damage control.
01:15:39Grace Winthrop could pull our whole loan after this. We could lose everything.
01:15:43Detective, these two right here.
01:15:45What?
01:15:46Miranda Maxwell, Dylan Maxwell, you're both under arrest for conspiracy to commit murder.
01:15:50No, this is a mistake!
01:15:52Get your hands off me!
01:15:55Totally epic.
01:16:01Nicely done, my boy.
01:16:05What are you talking about?
01:16:07Are you gonna tell her, Christian, or am I?
01:16:10Tell me what?
01:16:12See that man there? The one that's standing next to you? The one you wed?
01:16:17He was my choice for you. I set you up with him five years ago.
01:16:26To thank Claire all those years of defying me, and you ended up exactly where I wanted you.
01:16:38Is this true? Is this true?
01:16:45Yes.
01:16:47Look, that day outside the courthouse, there wasn't a setup.
01:16:51Then why hide the connection to my grandmother? Why the lies?
01:16:53Because I knew how bad it looked, especially after Maxwell tried to use you.
01:16:58How can I believe you?
01:17:00Because we're meant to be together.
01:17:04Because we're meant to be together.
01:17:07I've never seen a model come on stage like you did up there.
01:17:10For a nobody.
01:17:12You're not a nobody.
01:17:14And we took their eyes off of you.
01:17:15These last five years, I've had such bad luck.
01:17:18But since Christian came into my life, I think my luck has finally changed.
01:17:35This is real for me.
01:17:37Promise you'll never forget that.
01:17:38I promise.
01:17:42I promise.
01:17:47Whatever it is, fate, luck, whatever you want to call it, Christian, I'm all in.
01:18:08I would wash my hands of both of you.
01:18:22You ready to meet my family?
01:18:38I can't even remember mine!
01:18:40Shut up, Dylan. Shut up, Dylan. Shut up, Dylan!
01:18:44I want my lawyer! Now!
01:18:46Meanwhile, Ava Vee has quit modeling to focus on becoming a full-time mother.
01:18:51Yeah, couldn't even say that with her straight face.
01:18:53We all know what she's doing for money, don't we?
01:18:57Shut up, baby!
01:19:00Now, let's get to the real big news.
01:19:03The crosses are expected!
01:19:05That's right, you heard it here first.
01:19:08Ava Vee and Christian Cross are expecting a little mini-cross!
01:19:12I'm so excited!
01:19:17So, you can expect it to be epic!
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01:19:25so you can catch all the drama, all the tea, and all the supermodels saluting.
01:19:30Bye!
01:19:38Bye!