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