Revenge Of The Abandoned Heiress (Hot Movie)
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00:00:00I'm pregnant, you're going to be a father.
00:00:05What's she doing here?
00:00:07What do you think?
00:00:08No need to hide anymore.
00:00:10I'm leaving you.
00:00:11For Catherine.
00:00:13Unlike you, I'm young and rich.
00:00:15I can give Bradley what he deserves.
00:00:17Catherine hired me to be vice president of her family's hospital.
00:00:20She's also way better in bed.
00:00:23What's that?
00:00:25She's pregnant?
00:00:27What?
00:00:29She must be faking it to trap you.
00:00:32No one's faking it.
00:00:33You're so desperate.
00:00:35Give it back! Stop!
00:00:36No, I'm not.
00:00:37Give it back!
00:00:38No!
00:00:54Bradley.
00:01:10What happened?
00:01:12The baby.
00:01:13Is the baby okay?
00:01:18I'm so sorry.
00:01:21We've lost the baby.
00:01:25I'm so sorry.
00:01:31We're right here, sweetheart.
00:01:32We're right here.
00:01:42I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this.
00:01:47I'm ready to come back, Dad.
00:01:49Mom, revenge won't heal the heart.
00:01:51This isn't about revenge.
00:01:52This is about holding them accountable.
00:01:54Are you sure you're ready for this?
00:01:56I've been preparing for years, Mom.
00:01:59Okay.
00:02:00But there is a condition.
00:02:07I have an important announcement.
00:02:09My daughter, Mia Gerber, will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation.
00:02:13Is Mia ready for such a big role?
00:02:15I've been concealing my identity to go undercover within the industry.
00:02:19I've learned our competitors from the inside.
00:02:22Trust me.
00:02:24I'm more than ready.
00:02:27Furthermore, Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:34Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:40There is a condition.
00:02:41You're going to have to marry Joshua Lane, the heir of Lane Holdings.
00:02:46Mia's never even met this guy before.
00:02:48It's a strategic alliance, Noah.
00:02:53It's what's best for our families and the company.
00:02:56I'll do it.
00:03:00I'll marry Joshua Lane if that's what it takes.
00:03:04And this alliance will strengthen our company and secure our future.
00:03:11Joshua Lane
00:03:18Isn't Joshua Lane famous for being cold and ruffles?
00:03:22That's what I heard.
00:03:24I think it'll be good for the company.
00:03:25I don't think it'll be good for the new CEO.
00:03:32Joshua Lane
00:03:41Joshua Lane
00:03:48Joshua, I was hoping we could...
00:03:49Not interested. Get lost.
00:03:55Man, you are brutal. That's the fifth girl you've turned down tonight.
00:04:00Hey, I heard you're getting hitched to Mia Gerber.
00:04:02Why didn't you turn her down?
00:04:03This marriage is what my parents want.
00:04:05Couldn't care less about her.
00:04:07Oh, come on. She's the heiress to the Gerber Corporation.
00:04:09There must be some perks to her.
00:04:11Perks are not.
00:04:12She'll learn quickly that I'm not one to be messed with.
00:04:15Gonna give her a hard time, huh?
00:04:17Let's just say that she's got something coming.
00:04:30Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife?
00:04:35I do.
00:04:37And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband?
00:04:43I do.
00:04:45Rings?
00:04:54You may now kiss the bride.
00:05:07Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
00:05:09This marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world.
00:05:13Don't expect any affection from me.
00:05:15Understood. And vice versa.
00:05:19My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
00:05:22My assistant will set it up.
00:05:23She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
00:05:26Done.
00:05:32I'm not going to be coming.
00:05:34No, you're not.
00:05:36I'm not going to be coming.
00:05:38You're not going to be coming?
00:05:40You're not going to be coming?
00:05:42No, I'm not.
00:05:44I'm not going to be coming.
00:05:45I'm not going to be coming.
00:05:46I'm not going to be coming.
00:05:47Joshua has always been so distant with people, unlike Alex here, who's so popular and
00:06:10charismatic.
00:06:11You should see all the women that can't stop chasing.
00:06:16Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex can give me a grandson.
00:06:21But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:06:28We need an heir, after all.
00:06:30Eleanor, that's enough.
00:06:32I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to lead Lane Hogan's.
00:06:38Quite the contrary, actually.
00:06:41Joshua's very passionate, especially in the bedroom.
00:06:45No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
00:06:50For your information, passion is not in my DNA, nor does it align with my personal brand.
00:07:01But still, thank you for standing up for me.
00:07:06I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
00:07:16Get the campaign ready.
00:07:17I want that jerk out ASAP.
00:07:18Noah, hey.
00:07:19I need a favor.
00:07:20You're right.
00:07:21Alex and Eleanor Lane are behind a smear campaign against Joshua.
00:07:36Blue Diamond PR is already involved.
00:07:39What agency are we using?
00:07:41We're still deciding.
00:07:42Bids are open for this year's contract.
00:07:44Perfect.
00:07:45I have a plan.
00:07:51I'm offering the Gerber Corporation's annual PR budget.
00:07:54It's one of the largest in the industry.
00:07:57That's an enticing offer, Ms. Gerber.
00:08:00What do you ask of me in return?
00:08:02I need you to withdraw from any campaign against Joshua Lane.
00:08:06I don't mind.
00:08:07I'll cover the cancellation fee.
00:08:14You have a deal.
00:08:16The Gerber Corporation account is too good to pass up.
00:08:20There's a little more.
00:08:21I need you to spread the word.
00:08:24Any PR firm that goes against Joshua Lane will be blacklisted from the Gerber Corporation
00:08:30and our allies.
00:08:31You got it.
00:08:32No one in this industry would be stupid enough to fight against the Gerber Corporation.
00:08:37Wonderful.
00:08:38Hi.
00:08:39Looking forward to a fruitful partnership.
00:08:48I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you all, but don't worry, I've already taken
00:08:53care of it.
00:08:56I always knew Eleanor and Alex would be after my position.
00:08:58I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
00:09:02How do you know about this?
00:09:03Alex struck me as opportunistic.
00:09:05A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholder's opinion, and Eleanor's
00:09:09background in PR made this move predictable.
00:09:11You're more perceptive than I thought.
00:09:15Why are you helping me?
00:09:19Our family's alliance is crucial.
00:09:22Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
00:09:24It's all business.
00:09:27Business, right.
00:09:31Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef with Katherine and Bradley, right?
00:09:36How did you know about that?
00:09:39Didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks.
00:09:43I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
00:09:46I mean, he cheated on you.
00:09:48So what?
00:09:51She must be faking it to trap you.
00:09:56How dare you?
00:09:58You had no right to dig into my past like that.
00:10:01I can take care of myself.
00:10:07What just happened?
00:10:12To your new position as Senior VP.
00:10:17And it's all thanks to my help, of course.
00:10:19Absolutely.
00:10:20You're my lucky charm, honey.
00:10:27Imagine if I'd stayed with Mia.
00:10:29Poor and powerless. That's all she ever was.
00:10:31She's a joke.
00:10:33A stepping stone at best.
00:10:35With you by my side, we are unstoppable.
00:10:49Katherine's hospital is resisting our acquisition.
00:10:52And Bradley, as the new Senior VP, is leading the pushback.
00:10:56Do they know I'm the CEO yet?
00:10:58No, as per your request.
00:11:00Perfect. Keep at it.
00:11:06Now how do I pull this off?
00:11:17There are gaps in Mia's medical record right after her breakup.
00:11:21These are from the Gerber Corporation's own hospital.
00:11:24Only someone higher up from within can access it.
00:11:33I want to know what happened to Mia during that gap, after the breakup.
00:11:37Even if I know, why would I tell you?
00:11:39Mia helped me, but unless I understand that part of the puzzle,
00:11:43I won't be able to return her favor.
00:11:45Do you care for her?
00:11:48You don't dislike her?
00:11:50Now, Mia deserves someone who truly loves her.
00:11:53Not you.
00:11:55She's a grown woman. She knows what she wants.
00:11:58Nobody gets to tell her what she deserves, especially not you.
00:12:08You can choose not to share the information,
00:12:11but you won't be helping her.
00:12:14Your choice.
00:12:17Alright, look.
00:12:19If you have to know,
00:12:21unfortunately,
00:12:23Mia had a miscarriage
00:12:25because of an accident involving Bradley and Catherine.
00:12:47How are you feeling?
00:12:50It's none of your business.
00:12:53Not that you would know what that means.
00:12:56I'm sorry for overstepping and being insensitive.
00:12:59I learned about your miscarriage.
00:13:01I had no idea.
00:13:03You didn't know?
00:13:05That doesn't excuse my behavior.
00:13:07I apologize.
00:13:09I may have overreacted.
00:13:11You were hurting. That's understandable.
00:13:14So you're not a robot, like everyone says you are?
00:13:17Of course I'm not. Who says that?
00:13:19Everyone.
00:13:21Your family, your friends, your co-workers, enemies.
00:13:25I even heard the maids joking about it the other day.
00:13:28Fire them all.
00:13:30No, no. No, it's okay.
00:13:33They're allowed to joke. They've been doing a wonderful job.
00:13:36Besides, I think you should talk like this.
00:13:40It suits you.
00:13:42It's not funny.
00:13:46It's late.
00:13:49I'm going to bed.
00:13:51Okay.
00:13:53Good night.
00:14:00Talk like this.
00:14:13Go ahead with the plan.
00:14:15Shorten the stock of Catherine's company.
00:14:17I want to see them bleed.
00:14:29Mia, you need to see this.
00:14:31The stock of Catherine's hospital has been shortened dramatically.
00:14:34They're on the verge of bankruptcy.
00:14:36Just a week? How is this possible?
00:14:38They're on the verge of bankruptcy.
00:14:40Just a week? How is this possible?
00:14:42Seems like a coordinated attack.
00:14:44Someone powerful is behind this.
00:14:48Joshua.
00:14:55Did you short Catherine's stock?
00:14:57Yes, I did.
00:14:59Why?
00:15:00Strictly for business.
00:15:01To protect our family's alliances.
00:15:03Your enemies are my enemies now.
00:15:05Thank you, Joshua.
00:15:06I just did what's necessary, just like you would do.
00:15:08Now to pay a little visit to Bradley and Catherine.
00:15:19Bradley, what are we going to do?
00:15:21They're taking everything.
00:15:23I can't believe this is happening.
00:15:26As of now, this hospital is under Gerber Corporation's control.
00:15:30Yes, the Gerber Corporation, as in my family's company.
00:15:33Mia Gerber? I thought you were Mia Whitlock.
00:15:36Whitlock was just a name I used to conceal my identity.
00:15:39You betrayed and hurt my wife.
00:15:41Now you're facing the consequences.
00:15:43I've resigned. You can't touch me.
00:15:45Resignation or not, Bradley, your career is over.
00:15:48I've seen to it that everyone in this industry won't touch you after what you've done.
00:15:53Mia, you know that I never meant to hurt you.
00:15:57This hospital is all that I have left. Please.
00:16:00No.
00:16:02That day that I fell, you stood there and watched.
00:16:06You made your decision then.
00:16:08Mia, can we talk?
00:16:09I know I hurt you deeply. I just want to apologize.
00:16:12To make things right.
00:16:14I'm sorry.
00:16:28Mia, I'm truly sorry about everything.
00:16:32I dreamt about you and the baby every day.
00:16:34I just couldn't bring myself to tell you this after the accident.
00:16:37Because I felt so ashamed of myself.
00:16:39Your apology can't undo what's been done, Bradley.
00:16:42I know. I just...
00:16:44I need you to know that I will always care about you. Deeply.
00:17:01You're really like they say.
00:17:03Tall.
00:17:04Handsome.
00:17:05Powerful.
00:17:13You know I can make you a very happy man.
00:17:20I do not engage with women who have no shame.
00:17:24Get your hands off me.
00:17:30Catherine manipulated me.
00:17:32But now I realize she's nothing compared to you.
00:17:34We could start over.
00:17:36With your family's resources, I could help you grow the business.
00:17:39We could be parents again.
00:17:40Give us a chance.
00:17:42You know, if I wasn't 100% sure before, I am now.
00:17:47You're a piece of human trash.
00:17:51You're right. I'm dirty.
00:17:52But think about all the good memories we have.
00:17:54Think about more to come.
00:17:56Let go.
00:17:57Mia, don't. I'm serious.
00:17:58Bradley.
00:17:59Get the fuck out of here.
00:18:03Get the fuck out of here.
00:18:11I should have intervened before Bradley could touch you.
00:18:13It's fine, Joshua.
00:18:15Thank you for stepping in.
00:18:17Thank you for everything.
00:18:23Yeah, I follow through with all my business plans.
00:18:26Right. Yeah.
00:18:28The business plan.
00:18:30You know, you call me your wife for the first time.
00:18:34Don't look into it too much.
00:18:36Let's go.
00:18:37Actually, you know what?
00:18:39Now that all the revenge is done,
00:18:41I think I want to take some time alone to figure out my feelings.
00:18:47I understand.
00:18:54They've destroyed everything.
00:18:56We can't let them get away with this.
00:19:01What if we take Mia?
00:19:04A ransom would help us, but hurt Mia.
00:19:08Yes.
00:19:09Abducting Mia Gerber.
00:19:12Let's see how Joshua Lane reacts then.
00:19:15But how will we get to Mia?
00:19:17I know that she always goes to this one spot alone.
00:19:20From what I know about her,
00:19:22she must be there right now.
00:20:07Hey.
00:20:23Hey!
00:20:25Hey!
00:20:29Help!
00:20:37Thought you could get rid of us, Mia?
00:20:41You and Joshua will regret ever crossing us.
00:20:46Don't bring him into this, you bitch!
00:21:03That's for talking back to me.
00:21:08Look at you. Just as pathetic as the day you fell.
00:21:13Of course I could have saved you, but why would I?
00:21:17You and your baby are worth nothing.
00:21:26Joshua Lane, listen.
00:21:29We have Mia Gerber. You want her back?
00:21:32Get ready with a hefty ransom.
00:21:33I'll pay the ransom, but listen to me clearly.
00:21:38I will hunt you down and you'll wish you'd never crossed me.
00:21:47Based on the footage from Mia's car camera, it seems Bradley and Katherine are behind this.
00:21:53These are the possible locations where Mia could be.
00:21:57This one.
00:22:03Mia.
00:22:08Mia.
00:22:12I got you.
00:22:16Let's get you out of here.
00:22:34No!
00:22:57Joshua, Joshua, stop!
00:22:59It's not worth it.
00:23:03It's not worth it.
00:23:04It's not worth it.
00:23:05I've occupied my brain.
00:23:10I know that's not an excuse to forget about you, but I guess that's just life someday.
00:23:32Made you some soup.
00:23:40It's very unique. What is this?
00:23:45My mom's recipe. Before she passed away, she used to make it for me when I was sick.
00:23:50Thought it might comfort you. I must have made it wrong.
00:23:54It's wonderful. I don't know how to thank you enough.
00:23:58It's nothing. I just did what I had to do.
00:24:04Joshua, is this still just a marriage of convenience for you?
00:24:11Excuse me, Mr. and Mrs. Lane. A guest has arrived. Her name is Susie Harper.
00:24:16Susie's back?
00:24:25Oh, I've missed you so much!
00:24:28Susie, it's been ages. When's the last time we saw each other?
00:24:33Four years ago, before I went abroad.
00:24:37It's been too long. Welcome back, Sus.
00:24:40I came back just for you.
00:24:42Oh, there's so much...
00:24:46Susie, this is my wife, Mia. Mia, this is Susie, an old friend of mine.
00:24:52So, you're the one Joshua had to marry?
00:24:55No, Susie, that's enough.
00:24:58Joshua and I have a special bond, you know? We've been friends since, like, forever.
00:25:05He means a lot to me. I want him to be happy.
00:25:08I think we all want that.
00:25:10Do you? Joshua and I talk often over the phone. He confides in me.
00:25:16I'm one of the few he truly trusts. He mentioned he was quite unhappy about the marriage.
00:25:21Right. Well, it seems like you two have a lot to catch up on, so I'll leave you to it.
00:25:32Susie, why would you say those things?
00:25:36I told you I have doubts before the wedding, not since.
00:25:39Joshua, you're clearly unhappy. I was just speaking up for you.
00:25:43I don't need you to look out for me.
00:25:46I'm sorry. I just... I was trying to help, since you clearly didn't want the marriage.
00:25:56I don't mind it, though.
00:25:58Do you like her?
00:26:01I don't like her.
00:26:02She's fine.
00:26:05This means I still have a chance.
00:26:07Joshua, if I had stayed by your side, you never would have had to marry a complete stranger like me and Gerber.
00:26:16I'm sure it hasn't been pleasant. Now that I'm back, you can always talk to me.
00:26:22Susie, you're a great friend.
00:26:25Of course I am.
00:26:26How's it going?
00:26:29It's this marriage. It's Joshua. He's like a shadow. He's always there, but never really close.
00:26:38You deserve someone who can give you all the love and appreciation you need.
00:26:42And you deserve him.
00:26:44You deserve him.
00:26:46You deserve him.
00:26:48You deserve him.
00:26:50You deserve him.
00:26:52You deserve him.
00:26:53You deserve someone who can give you all the love and appreciation you need.
00:26:58Remember, if you ever need anything, I'm here.
00:27:02Thank you, Noah.
00:27:06How could I live without you?
00:27:10I can't live without you.
00:27:23How could I live without you?
00:27:33How could I live without you?
00:27:37I'd do everything to protect you, Mia.
00:27:51Joshua!
00:27:54We can't be like this forever. We have to talk.
00:27:59Why don't you talk to Noah?
00:28:01Seems like you have plenty to say to him.
00:28:03I don't even know what that means. There's nothing between Noah and me.
00:28:07You and Susie, on the other hand.
00:28:09What?
00:28:11Whatever you think, I don't care.
00:28:24What's he doing here?
00:28:28Look, I'm here to deliver some documents to Mia.
00:28:41And if you ever hurt her, just know that I will protect her at all costs.
00:28:46And what exactly have you done to protect her?
00:28:48Seems like all talk but no action.
00:28:50What are you two doing?
00:28:54What's going on here? Joshua, why are you acting so irrational?
00:28:57This is ridiculous! You invite him into our house just to talk to him?
00:29:00I didn't invite... Joshua!
00:29:02I'm sorry, Mia. I didn't mean to cause any rift between the two. It wasn't my intention.
00:29:07It's fine. Why are you here?
00:29:09I'm here to protect you and the company.
00:29:12I suspect that Dwayne Kizer is behind all of this.
00:29:14I'm here to protect you and the company.
00:29:17I suspect that Dwayne Kizer has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare.
00:29:23Is that Dwayne?
00:29:25And the CEO of Melody Healthcare.
00:29:32This plan is our game changer.
00:29:35What about Melody Healthcare? They're our biggest rival.
00:29:38They're going in a completely different direction. We're way ahead of them.
00:29:42And how do you know that?
00:29:44The CEO approached me the other day.
00:29:47He tried to get some information from me but I flipped it and got some information from him.
00:29:51Like I'd betray my own company. He'd be a fool to think that.
00:29:54Right. Of course, Dwayne. Let's go ahead with the plan.
00:30:05See? He's fine.
00:30:08I don't know. There's something strange about him.
00:30:11I can't put my finger on it but just keep your eyes open, okay?
00:30:16I will.
00:30:20Mia suspected but I made her trust me now.
00:30:24Let's go ahead and move forward with the plan.
00:30:28Excellent. Once we execute the strategy, the Gerbers will be blindsided.
00:30:34Melody Healthcare will be the number one.
00:30:37Mia Gerber will be out of the company and I'll be the number one.
00:30:49How did they get ahead of us?
00:30:51This was our strategy. Where's Dwayne?
00:30:54He's outside.
00:31:07Melody Healthcare just announced their new AI-generated online psychiatric care.
00:31:12The similarity of the details to ours is uncanny.
00:31:18I don't know. We kept everything under wraps.
00:31:22They must have developed this independently.
00:31:25Mia, you're just too young. You're not experienced enough in this business world.
00:31:29This stuff happens.
00:31:31I'm experienced enough to know that this is not a coincidence.
00:31:34And I don't need you to tell me what I do and do not know.
00:31:38You can leave.
00:31:53Why do you look so sullen all the time? It doesn't look good on you.
00:31:58Wow. Thanks for the comfort.
00:32:05Damn it. Why did I have to say that like that?
00:32:11Ms. Gerber, an emergency board meeting has been called.
00:32:15What?
00:32:22We need to talk about the leadership of this company.
00:32:26It is clear that Mia's recent decisions, well, they've been questionable.
00:32:34Acquiring Catherine Phinney's hospital was a big misstep.
00:32:39Now Melody's Healthcare is outpacing us.
00:32:42Mia, I'm sorry, but you're too young and inexperienced to be in this role.
00:32:48I believe under my leadership, our profits have already increased by 20% compared to last year.
00:32:55That's due to the overall market trend, not because of your leadership.
00:33:00My strategies have been more than effective.
00:33:04Phinney acquisition has potential long-term benefits, and our growth, by the way, is not just a fluke.
00:33:11This company, this board needs a leader with experience and vision, not someone learning on a job.
00:33:19As a senior VP, on behalf of all the employees with Gerber Corporation, we support Mia.
00:33:25I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare to undermine the company.
00:33:30I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare to undermine the company.
00:33:38What is this? What are you doing?
00:33:41These are communications between Dwayne and Melody Healthcare. He leaked our strategy.
00:33:49You're fired, Dwayne. Effective immediately.
00:33:52I've been with you since you founded the company. All these years, I'm never the CEO, but you give it to your daughter?
00:33:57I've always known you were ambitious, but I never thought you would stoop this low.
00:34:02Your lack of trustworthiness is why you were never CEO.
00:34:07We built this company on integrity and trust. Values you clearly lack.
00:34:14Security, escort Mr. Kaiser out.
00:34:17Wait, D…
00:34:28Mia, we're so proud of you. You really handled the crisis well.
00:34:35You truly are a go-getter.
00:34:40Noah, I can't thank you enough.
00:34:43Of course. You know I'd do anything for you.
00:34:46You know, I never asked, but how did you get your hands on those documents?
00:34:51It all started with an anonymous tip.
00:34:53Someone delivered photos of Dwayne meeting with the owner of Melody Healthcare, and I intercepted the tip.
00:35:01This is your schedule for the week.
00:35:03And what's this?
00:35:05Um, seems to be about Mr. Kaiser.
00:35:07Okay, I'll take that too. Thanks.
00:35:19Anonymous? Who would do that?
00:35:22I don't know, but the photos led me to dig deeper, and eventually I found clear evidence of his betrayal.
00:35:30Can I see the photos?
00:35:38I think I might know who's behind this, but I need to confirm.
00:35:46Ethan, I need to talk to you about these photos.
00:35:49Is this you? In the reflection? Were you following Dwayne?
00:35:53Yeah, it's me. Joshua asked me to keep an eye on Dwayne.
00:35:57He's had his suspicions about Dwayne's loyalty for a while.
00:36:00We then delivered the photos.
00:36:02Mr. Lane, what a surprise.
00:36:06Should I tell Miss Lane you're here?
00:36:08No need to.
00:36:13Why couldn't Joshua just tell me about his suspicions?
00:36:16Joshua's a... he's a complicated man. He means well, but he struggles with expressing himself.
00:36:23He's never gone through such steps for anyone before, Mia. This must mean he cares about you.
00:36:28He could just talk to me next time.
00:36:31Well, Joshua has his ways. He might not show it, but he cares deeply.
00:36:37I just ask that you... don't hurt him.
00:36:41Don't hurt him.
00:36:43Come on.
00:36:45You're a loyal friend, Ethan.
00:36:55Joshua, I need to talk to you. It's about Dwayne Kaiser and Melody Healthcare.
00:37:00What about it?
00:37:02I know you sent Ethan to follow Dwayne. Why didn't you just talk to me?
00:37:06It just seemed like the best course of action at the time.
00:37:07Joshua, is there more to this marriage than the alliance? Did you do it because...
00:37:14No, no. It's nothing like that. I just couldn't have my wife being voted out as CEO on paper. It would look bad for me.
00:37:21So it's all about appearances?
00:37:23Yes, Mia. It's all it ever is. We agreed to a business arrangement.
00:37:28Joshua, I'm so tired of this. Of living in a fantasy where I never actually get to know you.
00:37:34I'm more than just a tool for business advancement or keeping up appearances.
00:37:42I want a divorce.
00:37:46I want a divorce.
00:37:51You sure about this?
00:37:55I deserve something real in my life, Joshua. Not this... facade.
00:38:00I deserve to be more than just a business arrangement in somebody's life. I want genuine happiness.
00:38:07I understand. If that's what you want.
00:38:14Joshua, please.
00:38:18Let's proceed with the divorce.
00:38:30I'm sorry.
00:38:46Damn.
00:39:00Joshua, what are you doing to yourself?
00:39:03Mia. Mia?
00:39:07Mia, don't leave. Don't leave.
00:39:09You're drunk. Please, help me take him to his car.
00:39:14I'll take him to my place. He shouldn't be alone.
00:39:18Okay. Let's go.
00:39:31Mia.
00:39:39Morning, Josh. Here, drink this. You've had quite a night.
00:39:45Susie.
00:39:48Where am I?
00:39:50This is my apartment. Nothing bad happened. I also drove your car back here.
00:39:56How did I get here?
00:39:57You were really drunk. I didn't think you should be alone. Josh, what happened?
00:40:05It's over between me and Mia. We're getting a divorce.
00:40:14Maybe it was never meant to be. You deserve someone who understands and loves you.
00:40:28No, I can't do this, Susie.
00:40:31Why? I have always loved you. Now that you and Mia are getting a divorce, we can finally be together.
00:40:39Susie, you are a dear friend and like a little sister. It can't be anything more.
00:40:46I love you.
00:40:48I love you, too.
00:40:50Susie, you are a dear friend and like a little sister. It can't be anything more. I'm sorry.
00:41:00Do you really love that Mia Gerber?
00:41:06Yes, as a matter of fact, I do.
00:41:10I need to go tell her. Now.
00:41:19Your call has been forwarded to an automated voice mail.
00:41:50Oh, hey. I've decided to divorce Joshua.
00:41:55Are you okay?
00:41:57I'm fine. It's just, it's for the best.
00:42:01There's something I need to tell you.
00:42:04Sorry. It's the hospital.
00:42:07Hello? What? What happened? Is he okay?
00:42:13Okay, yeah, I'll be right there.
00:42:14What's wrong?
00:42:15It's Joshua. He's been in an accident.
00:42:24Excuse me. Excuse me. I'm here for Joshua Lane.
00:42:34Joshua.
00:42:37Miss Gerber?
00:42:39Joshua.
00:42:42Miss Gerber?
00:42:43Yeah.
00:42:44We found that Mr. Lane was attempting to call you when the accident occurred.
00:42:50It's not my fault.
00:42:53It was nobody's fault. It was an accident. But right now, he needs you. Do your best to help him wake up, will you?
00:43:03I won't leave you, Joshua.
00:43:09You remember that soup you made me? It meant the world to me.
00:43:15Whenever you get better, I'm gonna make you that soup.
00:43:21Because I know it was your mom's recipe.
00:43:24It was those little moments with you.
00:43:27You know, whenever we would wake up and come out of our rooms and see each other in the morning.
00:43:34Sometimes that was the happiest part of my day.
00:43:39Please come back to me.
00:43:45This is all your fault, Mia.
00:43:48You drove him to this.
00:43:50You hurt him. And now, look what's happened to him.
00:44:08Mia, we have a problem.
00:44:10Eleanor and Alex are plotting to make Alex the new CEO while Joshua's in a coma.
00:44:14Now even Joshua's father's been convinced.
00:44:17So they're using Joshua's condition to their advantage. I won't stand for it.
00:44:21What's the plan?
00:44:23I'm meeting with Mr. Lane. He's a key shareholder of Lane Holdings. His voice can sway their mind.
00:44:31Thank you for agreeing to meet me on such short notice, Mr. Lane.
00:44:34I've always been curious about the famous Mia Gerber. After all, you're the one who led Gerber Corporation to the next level.
00:44:41I'm merely stating a fact. Not everyone in the second generation is as capable as you.
00:44:47So, tell me. Why do you want to see me? Is it about Alex being the new CEO?
00:44:53You're a wise man, Mr. Lane.
00:44:56Joshua's vision has been the driving force behind Lane Holdings.
00:45:00We cannot allow Alex to derail that.
00:45:03I can't do anything at this time. Joshua is out of commission. It's best to have someone lead the company.
00:45:10Gerald is not in good health after his stroke. Alex is the only choice.
00:45:16What if I told you there's another choice?
00:45:22What if I told you there's another choice?
00:45:26I can be the interim CEO of Lane Holdings as Joshua's legal wife.
00:45:30I can uphold his legacy and, as you mentioned before, I'm a very capable CEO in my own right.
00:45:37Your vote, of course, is crucial, but more than anything, people trust your judgment.
00:45:43If you choose to have faith in me, others will follow. And I promise, I won't disappoint.
00:45:50Can you run two companies at the same time?
00:45:53I have a very capable team over at Gerber Corporation.
00:45:56They'll keep things running smoothly, even if I'm not there full-time.
00:45:58I'll devote my time to Lane Holdings until Joshua gets better.
00:46:03What if he doesn't?
00:46:05He will.
00:46:07I admire your tenacity. I'll do what I can.
00:46:11Thank you, Mr. Lane.
00:46:29I'll fight for you, Joshua.
00:46:33You did the same for me.
00:46:38I won't let you down.
00:46:46Given Joshua's current condition, I propose Mia Gerber as the interim CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:46:53Mia Gerber? She's from a different company. How is she even qualified?
00:46:58Mia is Joshua's wife, the legal heir. She's proven her capabilities with Gerber Corporation.
00:47:04Combining the strengths of both companies under her leadership will only make Lane Holdings strong.
00:47:10This is absurd. Mia is practically a stranger to our company's operations.
00:47:15While I appreciate your concerns, I think my track record speaks for itself.
00:47:20Unlike Alex here, who has had his hand in multiple questionable business dealings,
00:47:26I offer a clean slate and a fresh perspective.
00:47:30I agree with Mr. Lane.
00:47:32Mia's appointment as interim CEO is the best course of action for now.
00:47:36But Dad, stop Alex.
00:47:44Joshua, I hope you're proud.
00:47:51Let's go.
00:47:53You ain't gonna take over with no consequences, Mia?
00:47:56I'm gonna make her pay.
00:48:00You won't be touching her.
00:48:02Who the fuck are you?
00:48:08Dammit, she's gone! Take care of her!
00:48:11See the security camera? I'm gonna get the footage.
00:48:15And if you ever try and hurt me again, I'll call the police.
00:48:18You'll never become the CEO of Lane Holdings. Ever!
00:48:22Goddammit!
00:48:41Thanks.
00:48:50Noah, what happened?
00:48:52Don't worry, I'm fine.
00:48:54You're not fine, you're bleeding.
00:49:00Are you okay?
00:49:04Thanks, but the reason I came over was because I wanted to finish our conversation before...
00:49:10It's Mr. Lane. He's waking up from the coma.
00:49:15I have to go to the hospital.
00:49:17I just want to tell you something important.
00:49:19No, nothing's more important than Joshua right now.
00:49:25Joshua, Joshua, Joshua. Always fucking Joshua.
00:49:33When you wake up, we can be together.
00:49:37Mia doesn't deserve you.
00:49:40But you and I, we're meant to be.
00:49:48Mia.
00:49:50Joshua, you're awake.
00:49:53Mia.
00:49:56Excuse me, miss.
00:49:59Mr. Lane?
00:50:02Mr. Lane?
00:50:04Mia.
00:50:06Can you hear me, sir?
00:50:08Mia.
00:50:10Mr. Lane, I need you to concentrate for me. Do you remember what day it is?
00:50:14Mia.
00:50:16Yes, we're getting your wife right now, sir.
00:50:23Joshua.
00:50:25I'm sorry, this is all my fault.
00:50:27No, Mia.
00:50:29Don't blame yourself.
00:50:31It's a price I was willing to pay.
00:50:33You got hurt because of me.
00:50:35Mia, listen to me.
00:50:39I'm sorry for all the pain I caused you.
00:50:42For not being honest about my feelings.
00:50:46I was afraid to admit it.
00:50:48Even to myself.
00:50:50I can't hide it anymore.
00:50:52I love you, Mia.
00:50:55I never thought I'd hear you say those words.
00:50:59You should have said them sooner.
00:51:03I love you too, Joshua.
00:51:09I love you too.
00:51:32Noah Bellini, drinking alone?
00:51:35What do you want, Dwayne?
00:51:37Just to talk.
00:51:40Maybe we could help each other out.
00:51:48Thank you for standing up for me while I was out.
00:51:52I heard you managed as Interim CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:51:55I handled things.
00:51:57I actually have a business meeting later today with a potential partner.
00:52:01Who's the partner?
00:52:03Kevin Katz.
00:52:06He's a key player in the industry.
00:52:09Katz?
00:52:11He's notorious for being handsy with business partners.
00:52:15I don't like the idea of you two being alone.
00:52:18I can handle Katz.
00:52:20I've dealt with worse.
00:52:22Just be careful, alright?
00:52:24I will.
00:52:29I promise.
00:52:33Hey.
00:52:35I gotta go.
00:52:37Love you.
00:52:40Bye.
00:52:45So our collaboration will be mutually beneficial,
00:52:48especially when expanding into new markets.
00:52:50Absolutely, Mia.
00:52:52I've always admired Lane Holdings.
00:52:54Now with you at the helm,
00:52:56perhaps we can find ways to make our partnership more enjoyable?
00:53:03Mr. Katz, let's keep this strictly professional.
00:53:07Oh, come on, Mia.
00:53:09Don't be such a prude.
00:53:11Business is more fun when there's a personal touch.
00:53:17Don't you agree?
00:53:20I will not be doing business with people who cannot respect personal boundaries.
00:53:25You'll regret this, bitch.
00:53:27I could ruin Lane Holdings' reputation.
00:53:32Now you have one last chance.
00:53:34One last chance.
00:53:39That's for being a disgusting pig.
00:53:50Hey.
00:53:52How'd the meeting go?
00:53:56Let's just say Kevin Katz won't be bothering us anymore.
00:53:59What did he do?
00:54:01I handled it.
00:54:02Okay.
00:54:04Let's just focus on getting you better and back in charge.
00:54:09Can I get you some water?
00:54:20Ethan, get the bodyguard and meet me downstairs.
00:54:23I can't explain right now, just do it.
00:54:30Where's Joshua?
00:54:32Lane checked out.
00:54:34He insisted he was well enough to leave.
00:54:36No, he's not fully recovered yet.
00:54:42What are you trying to do?
00:54:44Teach you a lesson that you can't touch Joshua Lane's woman.
00:54:53You can't do this.
00:54:55Lane, I can sue you and you'll end up in jail.
00:54:59This is you, Mr. Katz.
00:55:00Doing something quite illegal.
00:55:03I must say, your taste is really reprehensible.
00:55:06You can't sue me.
00:55:08It was a long time ago.
00:55:10If I can still release the video, you'll lose everything.
00:55:14In fact, just it.
00:55:17The victim's identity was protected and they'll be set for the rest of their life.
00:55:22You!
00:55:24If you so much as speak a word about me or me, I'll make sure you wish you were a boy.
00:55:31Where were you? I was worried sick.
00:55:34I had to take care of something.
00:55:36About Katz.
00:55:38I told you I handled it.
00:55:40I can take care of myself.
00:55:42I won't allow anyone laying their hands on you.
00:55:44Still, it's so reckless.
00:55:49It's okay now.
00:55:51You handled it?
00:55:53Did.
00:55:55I'm flattered by the jealousy.
00:55:57I really do love you, Joshua.
00:55:58I really do love you, Joshua.
00:56:02I love you too, Mia.
00:56:06I have a surprise for you.
00:56:16I made something for you.
00:56:19What's this?
00:56:21It's your mom's recipe.
00:56:23I found it in a cookbook in the library.
00:56:29I can't believe you made this.
00:56:31Thought it might bring you some comfort.
00:56:42This is exactly how she used to make it.
00:56:45How'd you get it so right?
00:56:47I may have had some help from the internet.
00:56:50And about 50 practice runs.
00:56:56You're just the best.
00:56:59We have a plan that can shift the balance of power in our favor.
00:57:07Our plan didn't overthrow Mia Gerber and the Gerber Corporation.
00:57:11But this time, we will.
00:57:14I just, I don't want Mia to lose everything.
00:57:17I promise you, she won't.
00:57:19With the Gerber family's fortune, Mia's set for life.
00:57:23She just won't be the CEO anymore.
00:57:25Think about this.
00:57:27With the Gerber family out of practice, Lane Holdings, they won't partner with them.
00:57:32Joshua Lane will probably divorce Mia because she's no use to him.
00:57:37Mia could finally be yours.
00:57:39Here's the plan.
00:57:41We target Gerber Corporation's medical device supplier network.
00:57:45This roughly will cause significant issues in the hospital and psychiatric care units.
00:57:51Then we proceed.
00:57:52Melody Healthcare has insiders inside their supply chain.
00:57:56We'll start by creating delays and quality issues.
00:58:00The fallout will be immediate and devastating.
00:58:03The resources stretch so thin, they won't even see us coming.
00:58:14Congratulations on your recovery, Joshua.
00:58:17It's good to see you up and about.
00:58:19Thanks for coming.
00:58:20And thank you for being there for me during the coma.
00:58:26It means a lot.
00:58:28But it didn't matter, did it?
00:58:31In the end, only Mia matters to you.
00:58:35Susie, you'll always matter to me.
00:58:39But, yes, I love Mia.
00:58:43I'll always love you too, but as a friend.
00:58:47That's not going to be enough for me.
00:58:48It's time for me to live my own life.
00:58:52That's why I'm here.
00:58:54To say goodbye.
00:58:56Um, what's your plan?
00:58:59I'm helping out my dad with our family company.
00:59:02Harper Medical Devices.
00:59:05That's Gerber Corporation's biggest supplier, right?
00:59:08Yeah.
00:59:10Susie, you wouldn't...
00:59:12Don't worry, Joshua. We're not going to do anything to Mia.
00:59:15I'm focusing on my own path now.
00:59:17Goodbye, Joshua.
00:59:34Why are there so many cancelled contracts with Gerber Corporation?
00:59:38Hey.
00:59:40You haven't noticed any suppliers backing out of deals with Gerber Corporation?
00:59:44There are rumours someone's been persuading them to cut ties with the Gerbers.
00:59:58Hello?
01:00:03What do you mean they've stopped supplying to us?
01:00:06What do you mean they've stopped supplying to us?
01:00:20Noah, the suppliers are backing out for no reason.
01:00:24It's a competitive market, Mia.
01:00:26Yeah, but this feels coordinated. Isn't that unusual?
01:00:29Yeah, it is. I'm going to look into it.
01:00:33Hey, are you okay?
01:00:35Yeah, I'm fine. Just busy. Don't worry about me.
01:00:40Okay.
01:00:48You look like you've been through a war zone. What happened?
01:00:52It's the supplier crisis. The situation's worse than I thought.
01:00:59I don't know what to do, Joshua.
01:01:02We'll get through this together.
01:01:15Thank you all for coming.
01:01:17We understand your concerns and we're prepared to increase profits to maintain our partnerships.
01:01:32Now the offer looks good.
01:01:34But we heard some rumours of internal issues within the Gerber Corporation company involving a higher level.
01:01:41Let me assure you, Gerber Corporation is as strong as ever. These rumours are unfounded.
01:01:57You ready?
01:01:59You're right. There are gaps in Noah's whereabouts.
01:02:03Keep digging, Ethan. We need concrete evidence.
01:02:10Mia, Noah might be involved with the issues at the company.
01:02:14There's no way. He's very loyal to the company. Although he has been acting weird lately.
01:02:20Have you ever considered he might have feelings for you? I mean, feelings make us do things.
01:02:25No, Noah's a brother to me. He's never even said anything remotely romantic.
01:02:31Actions speak louder than words.
01:02:34I mean, sure, he's supportive and caring, but that's just Noah being Noah.
01:02:39I really don't think there's anything more to it.
01:02:42Sometimes the people closest to us surprise us the most.
01:02:47Hey, just wanted to check in. We haven't had any time to talk lately.
01:02:51I've been good. I've just been busy dealing with the supplier crisis.
01:02:54I know, and I'm really grateful for you. You've done so much.
01:02:58I never wanted you to be burdened. I care too much about you.
01:03:06Hey, I have a question.
01:03:10What?
01:03:12Hey, I have a question.
01:03:17You don't secretly have feelings for me, do you?
01:03:26What if I do?
01:03:31Really?
01:03:34I've put this off for too long, and I need to tell you now.
01:03:39I've loved you since the first time I met you.
01:03:45I still remember that day like it was yesterday.
01:03:48We were just starting college, and we came to visit the office during summer break.
01:03:53We wore a blue dress and looked like a princess.
01:03:57I was just starting off the company, and I come from a humble background, so...
01:04:02I never thought I could be with someone like you.
01:04:05Not anymore.
01:04:08I'm stronger. I'm working more.
01:04:12I know we should be together, Mia.
01:04:16Noah.
01:04:21I've really only ever seen you as a friend.
01:04:27It's because Joshua's done things for you. I've done more.
01:04:32No. I love him, okay? We understand each other.
01:04:36Because you're both born with silver spoons in your mouth, and I wasn't?
01:04:40You know it's not that. I just, I have a really strong feeling about him. I'm...
01:04:48Just not for me?
01:04:51Noah, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to lead you on, and it wasn't my intention to hurt you.
01:05:01It's okay.
01:05:04I understand.
01:05:07Just needed to hear it from you.
01:05:10Yep.
01:05:15Duane, double down on the plan. There's no going back now.
01:05:27Noah.
01:05:30What brings you here?
01:05:32I think it's time for your company to reconsider its partnership with Durber.
01:05:34I'm not sure what you're implying.
01:05:37It's simple. Harper Medical Devices is the biggest supplier for Durber Corporation.
01:05:42If you cut ties with Durber, it'll deal a critical blow to them.
01:05:47So, you're the one behind the scheme.
01:05:53Why would I go along with it?
01:05:56The question is, why wouldn't you? You and I are alike, Susie.
01:06:00We both love people who don't love us back.
01:06:03I've already let it go.
01:06:05Why let it go when you still have a chance?
01:06:08If me and the Durber family are out of the company, the Lean family won the business alliance,
01:06:13Joshua and Mia will get divorced, and you and I can finally be with them.
01:06:23Join me. Together we can make sure we aren't ignored anymore.
01:06:27So, Mia. We've heard Smart Suppliers are terminating contracts.
01:06:32Trust me, we have the situation under control.
01:06:35That's not what I heard. The rumor is Harper Medical Devices is pulling out.
01:06:39How do you explain this?
01:06:42I assure you we're addressing the concerns, but our relationship with our suppliers has never been stronger.
01:06:47As one of the largest shareholders, I have complete faith in Mia's leadership.
01:06:52These rumors are just that.
01:06:53Rumors.
01:07:00The rumor was right.
01:07:02Harper Medical Devices decided to terminate the contract with us.
01:07:06But there's still hope.
01:07:08I've convinced Harper to continue their partnership with us.
01:07:12But only if I become the new CEO.
01:07:15It's time for a change in leadership.
01:07:18Someone who can steer this company in the right direction.
01:07:20So I've brought Susie Harper with me, the acting CEO of Harper Medical Devices.
01:07:26Susie will tell you all that she would like Mia Gerber to resign.
01:07:34Actually, I think there's been a misunderstanding.
01:07:37Harper Medical Devices never intended to terminate our contracts with Gerber Corporation.
01:07:42Any rumor suggesting otherwise is false.
01:07:45Furthermore, I believe in Mia's leadership and the direction that she's taking this company.
01:07:51Thank you, Susie.
01:07:53I owe you a big one.
01:07:55You don't owe me anything.
01:07:57I just want Joshua and the person he loves to be happy.
01:08:02Promise me.
01:08:04Never hurt him.
01:08:10I'm sorry.
01:08:12I'm sorry.
01:08:14And I have evidence that Noah Belani has been conspiring with former ousted executive Dwayne Kaiser to sabotage the company.
01:08:24Mr. Belani, your actions have endangered the company and everybody in it.
01:08:30You're therefore terminated immediately.
01:08:43I'm sorry.
01:08:59It's quite the view.
01:09:06I thought a lot about what happened.
01:09:08And I wanted to say sorry.
01:09:11I should have been clearer.
01:09:13I didn't mean to lead you on.
01:09:16I was lost, Mia.
01:09:18My actions.
01:09:20My obsession.
01:09:23I'm sorry for everything.
01:09:27We both made mistakes.
01:09:30I'm just glad we can put it all behind us.
01:09:35You were a good friend, Noah.
01:09:37You were more than a friend to me, Mia.
01:09:40I've learned to let go.
01:09:44I just want you to be happy.
01:09:48I am.
01:09:51I hope you find your happiness too.
01:09:55Take care, Noah.
01:09:59Me too.
01:10:19We are gathered here today to witness the reaffirmation of vows between Mia and Joshua Lane.
01:10:30Joshua, our marriage was out of necessity, but you've become my partner, my rock, my best friend.
01:10:39Mia, you've given me the gift of a real family.
01:10:41I will vow to cherish and love you forever.
01:10:45This is just the beginning of our forever.
01:11:11I love you.
01:11:13I love you.