Secret Succession

Dramas
Dramas
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00:00Jack Stein, ladies and gentlemen.
00:03Oh, Steve and I go way back.
00:07Here is a jade statue as a token of my appreciation.
00:17Come on, Steve-o.
00:19What hobo did you hire to play the role of Jack today?
00:23What kind of a knockoff statue is this?
00:26Oh, I would be careful with that if I were you, Harry.
00:28It's worth ten million dollars, and we all know how you are with money.
00:31Need I remind you of the Murphy deal?
00:34Oh!
00:36What the hell?!
00:40Harry, I'm so sorry.
00:41Leave it.
00:42Of all people for Stephen Adams to spill on, his wife's cousin, Harry Cassidy, had to be the worst.
00:49This is Burberry.
00:51I can pay for it.
00:52Think you can afford to get this cleaned?
00:54And on the day of Grandma's party.
00:56That's today?
00:57Of course you forgot.
01:05That useless husband of yours is still nowhere to be found, huh?
01:09Good luck explaining that to Grandma.
01:11Shut up, Harry.
01:13He's almost here.
01:20Honey, I'm so sorry I'm late. It's a long story.
01:24Who is that? He can't be a Cassidy.
01:26Oh, he is. He's the infamous son-in-law.
01:28Oh, the broke one who's contributed nothing to the family?
01:35You do this to yourself, Stephen.
01:37To me?
01:39You could have at least put on a clean shirt.
01:42I let you find me, Jones.
01:44Gemma, I didn't do this on purpose.
01:45Just forget it. Let's pay our respects and talk about it after.
01:52Who gave you permission to go in?
01:53Harry, stop. You have no right.
01:55He has no right to enter my family villa dressed like that.
01:57You are a family villa.
02:00Not for long.
02:07Move, Harry. For Grandma's sake.
02:10Grandma did say that every member of the Cassidy family had to attend.
02:14But he's an Addams.
02:17Notice this sign.
02:22Gemma, why don't you go in as well?
02:23Just do whatever you want.
02:26Way to know your place.
02:41We must give thanks for how blessed our family has been.
02:46And I hope we shall prosper for years to come.
02:55Grandmother, under your wise leadership, the Cassidy family will rise to new heights.
03:00Harry's a genius.
03:02This year alone, he's increased our family profits significantly.
03:05Smartest man in the city.
03:07Thank you, Harry. But I couldn't have done it alone.
03:10I am grateful to the friends and support we have had all over this great city of ours.
03:16Speaking of which, I'm sure all of you are excited to introduce to me the guests you've invited tonight.
03:22Grandmother, I'd like you to meet my guest.
03:25Meet Pete Rockford, the CEO of Rockford International.
03:30Charmed.
03:32It's a pleasure.
03:34Isn't it time you introduced your guest?
03:37Is that really how low things have gotten for you and your delivery boy husband?
03:42You couldn't even swing so high as a lawyer?
03:46Well, Kim and I actually invited the head of the Stein family, Jack Stein, ladies and gentlemen.
03:54Steve and I go way back.
03:58Here is a jade statue as a token of my appreciation.
04:08Come on, Stevo.
04:10What hobo did you hire to play the role of Jack today?
04:12What kind of a knockoff statue is this?
04:15Oh, I would be careful with that if I were you, Harry.
04:18It's worth ten million dollars and we all know how you are with money.
04:21Need I remind you of the Murphy deal?
04:26Yeah, right.
04:28This is obviously fake.
04:34Actually, this is one of a kind.
04:38Very impressive guest, Kim.
04:44Actually, Grandma, it was...
04:46There's no need to explain.
04:55I couldn't be more proud of Kim and Harry.
05:00And I was going to save this news for the end of the day.
05:02I couldn't be more proud of Kim and Harry.
05:06And I was going to save this news for the end of the night.
05:09But unfortunately, our family's long-standing success may be coming to an end sooner than we think.
05:18My loves, our family is in crisis.
05:23As you know, we were the majority investor in the Century Garden project.
05:28But due to lack of funding, the project has been halted.
05:30Also halted are any prospects of returns.
05:34The only way to save the family now is by securing a large loan or being gifted a substantial amount.
05:43It is time for a brave soul to step up and help.
05:53You seem to have no trouble speaking up when it comes to dividend, but when this family needs your help, you are suddenly quiet.
05:59Grandma, relax. Think of your health.
06:06I'll think of a way to solve this.
06:10Actually, didn't Kim prove the value of her connections today?
06:15Harry's right. Kim, this family's always had your back. Now it's time for you to have ours.
06:21Actually, Grandma, Jack was Steven's friend. He's the one who brought him.
06:26So, I can't ask for an investment.
06:31How could you be so heartless?
06:34This family is not only in crisis, but you won't help us? And you're lying through your teeth to our dear Grandma?
06:42How could someone like Steven know someone like Jack?
06:46Are you mad at Grandma for not prioritizing your family all these years?
06:50No. It isn't like that.
06:52It isn't like that.
06:58I have an idea.
07:00Whoever can secure the $50 million needed for the Century Garden project in the next two days will become the sole successor to the Cassidy family.
07:14What do you think?
07:15Okay.
07:17And one more condition. Whoever fails will be forced to withdraw from the Cassidy family forever.
07:24Them and their immediate family.
07:29What's wrong? Scared, little cousin?
07:34We accept. We accept your bet.
07:38Kim, I'm sorry.
07:41We accept your bet.
07:44Kim, trust me.
07:51That's right. We accept.
07:55You better not go back on your word.
07:57Don't worry. I'm not as shameless as you are.
08:06Okay, time to spill. How do you know Jack?
08:09He's a friend's dad. An old friend.
08:13Okay. Do you think he can help us get a loan?
08:17No, it's not like that.
08:20Well, then do you have any connections? Anyone who runs a bank who can help us get a loan of that size?
08:27Honestly, no.
08:29Then why did you accept the bet?
08:31Because I believe in you.
08:39Oh my god.
08:48Hello?
08:50Mr. Adams, I have wonderful news. And heartbreaking news.
08:54Um, I guess I'll take the heartbreaking first.
08:58Well, sadly last night, Father, Klein passed away in his sleep.
09:02Oh no.
09:04But he's left his family fortune to you. The Porsche family fortune.
09:09Did you say the Porsche family fortune?
09:11Father Klein believes you've passed the test. It's humbled you.
09:15And he hopes you will continue to do good with this newfound fortune.
09:19Well, thank you.
09:21And Steven.
09:23Yes?
09:25Careful who you trust. You are now one of the wealthiest men in the country.
09:35Guess the table's our attorney.
09:40Do you have an appointment?
09:42I'm here to see Dave. He knows I'm coming. Jack would have called.
10:02Dave Marks.
10:04Dave Marks.
10:06Steven Adams. I'm here to speak with you about a possible investment in the Cassidy family.
10:11Are you the Cassidy family's son-in-law?
10:15I'm sorry, I can't help you.
10:19What do you mean? You're gonna dismiss me without even knowing the term of the deal?
10:24Because I know who you are. And you're not worth my time.
10:34I'll give you one chance.
10:36Excuse me?
10:38One chance to apologize to me and invest in the Cassidy group without charging any fees.
10:43And I'll forgive the way you're speaking to me.
10:46If you don't, you'll regret it.
10:54Is this some kind of joke?
10:57I'm not afraid of somebody like you.
11:04I don't care how you do it, but I want global investments to be mine in ten minutes.
11:10You want to buy a five billion dollar company in ten minutes?
11:17That's a lot.
11:22Yeah, security. Can you come up here and remove Steven Adams from my office, please?
11:26Hold on, I'm getting another call.
11:28Hey there, boss.
11:29Hey there, boss.
11:33You... you... you sold my company.
11:38For ten billion dollars.
11:41To who?
11:45To Steven Adams.
11:48Just had to get rid of some pocket change.
12:00Steven.
12:02No. Mr. Adams.
12:05I'm sorry. Will you forget me?
12:08It's too late now.
12:13Deb? Frank?
12:16What do you want, boss?
12:18I need you to dig up any dirt on Dave Marks and how he's ruined this company. You have two days.
12:22What's your name?
12:24Mr. Adams, I'm Keisha. Keisha Daniels. Been here for five years.
12:29Loyal, smart, and kind.
12:34Okay.
12:36Starting today, Keisha will be the new CEO of Global Investments.
12:40And you're going to be the new CEO of Global Investments.
12:43And you're going to be the new CEO of Global Investments.
12:45Okay.
12:47Starting today, Keisha will be the new CEO of Global Investments.
12:51And you'll all be getting a raise.
12:53If anyone causes Keisha any trouble or disagrees with her, there will be consequences.
12:58Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Adams.
13:03Everyone can go. I just need a word with Keisha.
13:15Oh, you're married to Kim Cassidy. Only the most beautiful woman in the city.
13:21Yes. And I need you to do something for me.
13:30Kim. Hi.
13:32What are you doing? I'm just on my way to the bank to try to get a loan.
13:35Better to at least say I tried before I lose my family and fortune in bankruptcy.
13:39I'm not going to let you lose to Harry. Let's go.
13:41I know somewhere you can secure a big loan.
13:46Seriously, Steven? Global Investments? You really think we can negotiate a deal with them?
13:58I already talked to Jack. He got you an appointment with the CEO. You just have to go in.
14:02I'll wait out here for you.
14:06Fine. I'll go in.
14:16Hello. Are you Mrs. Cassidy?
14:19Yes. Please follow me. The CEO has been looking forward to your arrival.
14:23Will Steven's plan succeed? Will Kim be able to secure her place in the Cassidy family forever?
14:30Or will it all come crashing down around her?
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