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00:00:00Sir, our stock is being shorted aggressively. We're about to hit the limit down.
00:00:08What the hell is going on here? Half of you came from major investment banks.
00:00:14Our stock is about to crash and you're telling me there's nothing we can do?
00:00:19Sir, this is a coordinated attack from multiple investment funds.
00:00:23They're shorting us simultaneously. There is nothing we can do.
00:00:27Sir, what are our next steps?
00:00:34Well, looks like Shepard Group might be bankrupt by lunchtime.
00:00:43Hey, this is a private suggestion.
00:00:45Excuse me, ma'am. Could you hold on on cleaning for just a couple of minutes?
00:00:49Mr. Shepard, building a public company in just five years? That's impressive.
00:00:56But losing your cool over a little market turbulence? That seems out of character for you.
00:01:03Do I know you?
00:01:07Wait, what are you doing?
00:01:10What are you doing?
00:01:11You can't do this. You're just a cleaner. You can't be messing with the company funds.
00:01:16This is incredible.
00:01:18What's going on?
00:01:20The shorting attempt. It's failing. The price is holding.
00:01:25Boss, our stock price is reaching today's opening value.
00:01:31We met before.
00:01:33There's still cleaning to do, Mr. Shepard.
00:01:35Hold on. Tell me, how could I ever repay you for this?
00:01:40If the opportunity ever arises, you could give your next contract for construction to Harrison Group.
00:01:54Jason, can we have fun now?
00:02:07Mr. Yates.
00:02:10What? Only two bodyguards this time?
00:02:12You're not going soft on me, are you?
00:02:15No, ma'am. I just thought you might like to scream today.
00:02:19Now listen, everyone is waiting in New York for you to claim your inheritance as CEO of the Lewis Group.
00:02:23Mr. Yates, you know that my investigations here aren't finished.
00:02:27Ma'am, I still don't understand why you've kept your identity a secret and why you've married this Ben Harrison fellow.
00:02:33Look, today is Ben's birthday. Anything we need to discuss, we can do at some other time.
00:02:39Ma'am, it really is time for you to accept your inheritance.
00:02:43Because what I want is a simple life with Ben.
00:02:48Ma'am, at least do me a favor and let Toby walk you out of the house, for my sake.
00:03:04Divorce papers. Sign it.
00:03:14Why?
00:03:15You are not worthy of my son anymore.
00:03:18The Harrison Group is practically a local celebrity now, especially since it's landed a $100 million contract with the Sheppard Group.
00:03:25And you, you're just a cleaner.
00:03:29The truth is, Laura, I've wanted a divorce for a very long time.
00:03:33I need a wife who reflects my status.
00:03:35I secured that $100 million contract.
00:03:39And you, a cleaning woman, handing out million dollar deals.
00:03:44Don't make me laugh.
00:03:48I did. It was my present to Benny for his birthday.
00:03:52I was the one who got Brian Harrison to give Ben that deal.
00:03:56What are you doing here?
00:03:58Clearly, Ben has found himself a woman more suitable for the Harrison family.
00:04:02Amber's family is practically local royalty.
00:04:05Local royalty. A small town rich person is royalty.
00:04:10And what qualifications do you have to judge, Miss Cleaner?
00:04:13Your resume boasts supermarket cashier and dinner waitress alongside janitor, doesn't it?
00:04:18Ben?
00:04:21What's going on?
00:04:23Is this why you want a divorce? Because of her?
00:04:26Oh, please. I've spent years building Harrison Group.
00:04:30You're still a cleaner. We just grew apart, that's all.
00:04:33Grown apart?
00:04:36No. No, I won't sign any agreement, Ben.
00:04:43I won't sign.
00:04:47Money is a motivator, isn't it?
00:04:49Ben.
00:04:51Alright. Here, $100,000. Open up a small shop or something like that.
00:04:57$100,000.
00:04:59I was the one that helped you make Harrison Group what it is today.
00:05:04Do you have any idea how much money I've brought in for you?
00:05:07Don't be ridiculous.
00:05:09You've never done anything for Ben's success.
00:05:12This is our active charity.
00:05:14Here. A million dollars. Take this.
00:05:17You just want more money, don't you?
00:05:19Just leave and never see Ben again.
00:05:23I never expected my three years of devotion to end like this.
00:05:29Since none of you respect me?
00:05:33A cleaning lady threatening us? I'm so scared.
00:05:38Just leave. You already make this house stink.
00:05:48Thank God she's gone.
00:05:49Good riddance to her.
00:05:53Sir.
00:05:55Laura Lewis' information.
00:06:00She's Ben Harrison's wife.
00:06:02No wonder why she wanted us to partner with them.
00:06:05Actually, sir, Ben Harrison just divorced her.
00:06:08Divorced her?
00:06:10Wait a minute.
00:06:12Don't you remember?
00:06:14She's the one who helped us with the Smith contract three years ago.
00:06:18Yeah. She's saved our hiding now. Remember?
00:06:22Why would Ben Harrison dump someone who just got him a hundred million dollar contract?
00:06:30Let's get to the bottom of this.
00:06:34Hey. What are you doing? Let go of me.
00:06:37You attacked Amber. Apologize this instant.
00:06:43Stealing from the Harrisons.
00:06:45Yes. We gave you a generous divorce settlement. You refused it. And now you're stealing.
00:06:50She couldn't afford it. You're a thief.
00:06:59That's mine. Give it back.
00:07:01That's enough.
00:07:05Laura. I want to say thank you properly for saving Shepard Group.
00:07:09It's really no worries, Mr. Shepard.
00:07:12But I'm just going through a divorce. You see, it's...
00:07:16Who are you?
00:07:18Laura's new squeeze.
00:07:20Excuse me. Do you know who I am?
00:07:22Is this true? You hooked up with this man while you were married to my son?
00:07:25Shame on you!
00:07:27Mr. Shepard, I...
00:07:28For your information, my name is Brian Shepard.
00:07:31I'm CEO of the Shepard Group.
00:07:33Oh, please. A big shot like Brian Shepard wouldn't be caught dead with a cleaner.
00:07:37You really don't recognize him, do you, Amber?
00:07:40That's really interesting considering I thought you were the one that secured that contract for Ben.
00:07:45That's ridiculous. He doesn't look like that.
00:07:48My ring.
00:07:50Jason, take her back to the stage.
00:07:52Hey, what are you doing?
00:07:56Laura, let's get you out of here. Now.
00:07:59Hold on a minute, Laura. Who the heck is this man? Have you been sneaking around?
00:08:04It's a lie, Amber. This is none of your business.
00:08:07All proud dead bodies. You're not going anywhere until you tell us what's going on.
00:08:12We are the Harrisons. You can't just waltz in here and take her.
00:08:15Harrison? Compared to the Shepard Group, you're nobody. Now go back.
00:08:19What? Are you saying that is Brian Shepard? That's a lie.
00:08:23Don't you dare walk away from me, Laura. You come back here and explain yourself.
00:08:27Don't you take another step towards my son, Laura.
00:08:31Laura, does Ben even know you were the one who secured the 100 million deal?
00:08:37Let's just say that Ben underestimated me.
00:08:42I don't feel good about going through the signing event.
00:08:45After how they treated you, maybe we should cancel it?
00:08:49No. No, the event will proceed. Besides, I'll be there.
00:08:58There's a lot that I don't know about you, Laura. Who are you, truly?
00:09:04You'll find out, Mr. Shepard. Can you pull up over here, please?
00:09:14Mr. Yates, I want you to call all of the Lewis Group's business partners,
00:09:20and we're going to have a meeting. An investment meeting. One week from today.
00:09:27Make sure everyone is there.
00:09:32Because after that meeting, I'm going to reclaim my place as the CEO of Lewis Group.
00:09:38Oh, excellent, Ms. Lewis. I'll start making arrangements tomorrow.
00:09:42Ben Harrison, you're going to know exactly what it feels like to lose everything.
00:09:51After this ceremony, the Harrison family will finally be considered Maplewood City royalty.
00:09:57Only after then, my darling, we can get married.
00:10:01Laura, what are you doing here?
00:10:03Security! Get that woman out of here! We don't need cleaners at this event!
00:10:08Why wouldn't I be here? This is a business event, after all.
00:10:12Business? You wouldn't know business if it hit you on the head.
00:10:16A fancy dress doesn't make you high society, honey. Just get out!
00:10:20Don't tell me you've come looking for another rich man to play mistress for.
00:10:23You should have taken my $100,000 offer.
00:10:25Oh, Ben. Do you really think that you can sign this contract without me?
00:10:30Laura, this is really important for me. Do not ruin this, okay?
00:10:34You don't belong here. Just get out!
00:10:38That's what you get.
00:10:44This contract is mine to give or take away as I see fit.
00:10:51Don't be ridiculous! This is insane! Who do you think you are?
00:10:54Yeah, put that down. You have no idea what you're doing.
00:10:57Security! She's lost her mind! This is a disaster!
00:11:01Who do you think you are?
00:11:02Yeah, put that down. You have no idea what you're doing.
00:11:05Security! She's lost her mind! This is a disaster!
00:11:09Ben, this contract was supposed to be my birthday present to you, but since you clearly don't deserve it...
00:11:32You really think ripping up that contract is going to help? You're so silly, Laura.
00:11:36Oh, please, honey. You couldn't explain business to a cleaning lady.
00:11:40Security, get this woman out of here before she makes another mess.
00:11:44I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds.
00:11:47And after careful consideration...
00:11:50I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds.
00:11:55I was the one that started this deal with the Shepherds.
00:11:58And after careful consideration...
00:12:02I don't think the Harrison family is worthy of working with the Shepherds.
00:12:06You really think that the Shepherd group and I could be torn up by something that you've done?
00:12:11You have no authority here.
00:12:13Of course she has the authority.
00:12:21That's the man that Laura went with the other day. What is he doing here?
00:12:24Mr. Shepherd? How does he know her?
00:12:26Is that really Brian Shepherd?
00:12:28Laura, are you alright?
00:12:32Mr. Shepherd, I can assure you, I don't even know this woman. There must be some sort of misunderstanding.
00:12:37There's no misunderstanding here, Mr. Harrison.
00:12:40This contract with Shepherd group is officially terminated. Effective immediately.
00:12:47Wait a minute. This contract, I thought you said you got it.
00:12:50It's her. She ruined the contract. You are his mistress, aren't you?
00:12:54An affair? She had an affair with that man behind my son's back?
00:13:00Mom, please, it's okay. This man is...
00:13:02Don't touch me!
00:13:04That woman destroyed your career in front of everyone, has an affair, and you just stand there?
00:13:09You're a disgrace. An adulterer. You deserve to be a...
00:13:12Shut up!
00:13:15Mr. Shepherd, I apologize for this whole mess, but I can assure you, this woman has tricked you.
00:13:22Tricked? Why don't you answer a question yourself, then?
00:13:28What was my name before we got married?
00:13:32Laura Lewis, right?
00:13:34Lewis Group? The financial giants?
00:13:37There's no way a Lewis is connected to this.
00:13:42That's crazy.
00:13:44There's no way you're related to the Lewis family name. That's absurd.
00:13:48It's... It's... It's absurd!
00:13:52A high society heiress wouldn't waste her time in Maplewood.
00:13:56Yeah, it's a lie. It's a lie. This woman was a waitress when I met her.
00:14:00In fact, I saved her from a robbery three years ago.
00:14:04She's nothing special. She only married me out of gratitude.
00:14:07She was just a waitress. How convenient for your story, Ben.
00:14:12First time I met her, she was indeed a waitress at the diner.
00:14:15Okay, listen up, everybody.
00:14:17When I met her, I'd only just started my business.
00:14:20Now look at me. I'm signing multi-million dollar contracts.
00:14:24And look at her. Still just a cleaner.
00:14:27Mr. Shepherd, that woman is my son's ex-wife. She's doing all this out of spite.
00:14:33She's lying, Mr. Shepherd.
00:14:35She's just a cleaning lady for your business, isn't she?
00:14:40Let's make something clear.
00:14:43I was the one behind Harrison Group's success.
00:14:47I used my resources to help my ex-husband, but all he saw me as was the maid.
00:14:53Don't lie. You were never good enough for Ben when you married him. Oops.
00:14:58That roof was built with lies, Cathy. You never respected me.
00:15:03And Ben? Dumping me the second you thought you were successful on your own.
00:15:08And the cheating. I think you're blaming the wrong person.
00:15:14You were not good enough for Ben then, and you're certainly not good enough for him now.
00:15:18If you'd prefer to believe a liar's story, then the truth, Cathy.
00:15:24Consider this my resignation from the Harrisons.
00:15:28From everything.
00:15:34Wait, wait, wait, Laura. You think you can just walk in here and, you know, ruin everything?
00:15:38And then just walk out like nothing happened?
00:15:40I don't think so. You're a cleaner. You're a cleaner that cleans toilets.
00:15:44Nobody cares about you.
00:15:46Cleaning toilets or not, at least I have my self-respect.
00:15:51I don't need a fancy title or a rich husband to feel important.
00:15:58I think there has been some sort of misunderstanding. I think all jobs are important, right, Mom?
00:16:03Ben, what are you doing?
00:16:05But I don't think that a janitor should have some sort of influence over a deal as big as this.
00:16:10A janitor. Well, why don't we ask Miss Smith exactly how she landed that collaboration with Shepard?
00:16:20You did claim to have been the one that secured the deal, weren't you, Miss Smith?
00:16:26Mr. Shepard, it's all a lie.
00:16:28This woman, Laura, she's just a gold digger trying to trick you.
00:16:33I... but, well...
00:16:35A lie, you say?
00:16:36Miss Smith, I believe you mentioned securing this contract for Harrison Group.
00:16:40But I don't recognize you.
00:16:42Is this true, Miss Smith?
00:16:46Miss Lewis has helped me on several occasions.
00:16:49This contract was my way of showing my appreciation.
00:16:53But the contract. I mean, Laura tore it up.
00:16:56So can't we just print another one and get this signing ceremony underway?
00:17:01Reprint it, Mr. Harrison.
00:17:03Perhaps you haven't been paying attention without Miss Lewis involved in it.
00:17:08I wouldn't even consider partnering with your company.
00:17:14Today, I want to make it clear.
00:17:17I want to make it clear.
00:17:19Shepard Group has no plans to partner with Harrison Group in the future.
00:17:26Miss Smith, you lied to us.
00:17:28You destroyed everything.
00:17:30What? No, it's a misunderstanding. I can explain.
00:17:34Lewis? Lewis Family Group? This can't be.
00:17:39Believe what you want, Ben.
00:17:41Lewis Group will be holding a massive investment meeting later this week.
00:17:46Three of our vice presidents will be here in Maplewood.
00:17:51And I'm sure you can ask them if you still have any doubts about who I am.
00:17:58Everyone, listen to me.
00:18:00Shepard Group will not be partnering with Harrison Group.
00:18:05A man who can't keep his vows to his wife cannot be trusted to keep his word on the contract.
00:18:11The charade is over, Mr. Harrison.
00:18:14Everyone here deserves to see the truth.
00:18:19Miss Lewis, shall we take this conversation elsewhere?
00:18:29Help!
00:18:30Mom!
00:18:31Someone get a doctor!
00:18:32Mom!
00:18:33It seems your night has taken quite the turn, Mr. Shepard.
00:18:39Indeed. Perhaps it's best to leave them to it.
00:18:45Let's go.
00:18:53What? What now?
00:18:55Mom, this is not all on me.
00:18:58Not on you? I was trying to help.
00:19:01She cheated on you with Shepard, flaunted their affair.
00:19:05Exactly. And those dresses? Who could afford those on a janitor's salary?
00:19:11Miss Smith, how could you do this? We trusted you completely.
00:19:16No, no. I got Ben the deal.
00:19:19I had no idea Shepard would fall for Laura.
00:19:22She's a liar.
00:19:24Stop it, Amber. You lied to us just as much as she did.
00:19:28Lied? You're on my side.
00:19:31And anyways, I have a plan.
00:19:34The Shepards are no one special.
00:19:36We can expose Laura and all her lies, go national.
00:19:40And make ourselves a household name.
00:19:43Now if you'll excuse me, I have a very important phone call to make.
00:19:52Thank you so much for tonight, Mr. Shepard.
00:19:55Thank you as well for standing up for me.
00:19:58It's alright, Laura. You deserve the credit for all your hard work.
00:20:01Can I ask you something? Do you have any place to stay tonight? Maybe a hotel?
00:20:06Don't worry about me, Mr. Shepard. I'll be fine.
00:20:10Excuse me, you can just drop me off.
00:20:12Actually, Laura, there is something else.
00:20:16Would you consider going out for dinner sometime? Just casually, of course.
00:20:20Mr. Shepard, are you asking me out?
00:20:24Please, call me Brian.
00:20:27And yes, technically you're single now.
00:20:33Yes, that may be true, but going out with a newly divorced ex-cleaner isn't exactly proper.
00:20:43Proper?
00:20:45Laura, I don't give a damn about appearances.
00:20:49Tonight, I saw your intelligence and your strength.
00:20:53Those are qualities I truly admire.
00:20:57So what do you say? Dinner?
00:21:01Just two people getting to know each other.
00:21:07I'm sorry, Mr. Shepard. I actually have another appointment tonight, so I can't.
00:21:12Wait, Laura.
00:21:13Just here is fine.
00:21:17Laura?
00:21:22Laura, who is it? Laura, wait!
00:21:27Jason, find out who owns that car. And do it fast.
00:21:39Ian Lewis? Who is this?
00:21:41It's Amber Smith.
00:21:43Mr. Lewis? I'm sorry for the late call, but I believe I have some urgent information about your family.
00:21:49I don't know who you are, Miss Smith. How did you get this number?
00:21:54Don't worry about that right now.
00:21:56I believe I know someone impersonating Laura Lewis. Someone I know very well.
00:22:01Impersonating my niece? And where is this fake Laura?
00:22:08Right here in Maplewood. And let me tell you, she's causing quite a scene.
00:22:13Well, what is she doing exactly? And more to the point, what do you want from me?
00:22:22In the next few days, the Lewis Group will hold an investment meeting, right?
00:22:27I want to meet with the vice presidents. All will be revealed then.
00:22:31Very well. I'll have my secretary arrange a meeting. But be warned, if this is a waste of my time, I...
00:22:38It won't be. Trust me, Mr. Lewis. Thank you, Mr...
00:22:42Thank you, Mr...
00:22:48That little rascal, Laura. I wonder what she's up to now.
00:22:57That car belongs to Mr. Yeats. The Lewis family, probably.
00:23:02Oh. The Lewis family. That's interesting. Could she be connected to them somehow?
00:23:11I'm not sure.
00:23:14Brian! There you are. I've missed you.
00:23:17Chloe.
00:23:19What are you up to?
00:23:20Chloe, what are you doing here?
00:23:23What do you mean? Can't I visit the man I love?
00:23:26We ended things for a reason.
00:23:29It was just one teensy mistake. I was a little bit tipsy. Doesn't everyone deserve a second chance?
00:23:35Teensy mistake, you said? You cheated on me.
00:23:39Is this your new fling? Ex-divorcee. Used to clean floors. Quite the catch, you say?
00:23:47Look, my relationship with her is none of your business. And don't you dare talk about her like that.
00:23:54Please. An ex-cleaner turned social climber latching onto a wealthy businessman. It's a classic story.
00:24:02That's enough. I'll get the hell out of my office.
00:24:05You want to be careful, Brian. The juke industry still holds a lot of weight in Maplewood.
00:24:10If you want Shepard Group to stay afloat, you ought to be more careful.
00:24:17Seems like you've got more on your plate than Laura's secrets now.
00:24:26This is it. The Lewis Group vice presidents are on the top floor.
00:24:31This is it. The Lewis Group vice presidents are on the top floor.
00:24:34Once I'm done speaking with them, I'll have Ben's company rolling in business investments.
00:24:39I'll go speak with them first, and then I'll introduce you.
00:24:44Well, well, well. Look who it is. What a surprise. Did Brian ditch you already?
00:24:50That's none of your business. Now, move aside, please.
00:24:54Laura, just what do you think you're doing, you street rat?
00:24:57You really think you can just ruin my events again? Haven't you ruined my life enough? Don't you have any shame?
00:25:02If you'll excuse me, I have an important meeting to get to.
00:25:06Oh, the nerve. After everything you've done, you think you can just waltz in here and manipulate them too?
00:25:12Seriously? I think you need to reconsider exactly who's manipulating who here.
00:25:18Oh, that's gold. You really think that they're going to let you in, Laura? Please, you're no one compared to me.
00:25:24You don't deserve to be here.
00:25:26The only ones who don't belong here are you three.
00:25:31And you, idiot, believing every lie that she tells you. Wake up, Ben.
00:25:37Oh, Laura. Laura, come on. Why do you always pull this on me?
00:25:41I mean, seriously, can't you just let me enjoy one of my events for once?
00:25:45I know what this is.
00:25:47So stupid.
00:25:49Oh, shut your trap. Amber spoke directly with the CEO. He invited her to meet with the VPs before the main meeting.
00:25:56Yeah, Amber got me a partnership with the Lewis Group.
00:26:00And unlike some people, I have a real invitation.
00:26:04Well, before you all start celebrating, why don't you take a look at this?
00:26:16Oh, that's rich. You may have Brian Shepard fooled, but you can't fool me.
00:26:20I spoke to Ian Lewis himself, CEO of Lewis Group.
00:26:24Speaking of Brian, where is he right now?
00:26:28You mean my uncle? Ian, don't be ridiculous.
00:26:33Ian Lewis personally gave me this invitation himself.
00:26:38And besides, this looks fake. She's a liar.
00:26:43This is a personal invitation from Mr. Yates himself.
00:26:47It grants me access to the VIP elevator, which leads straight to the vice presidential suite.
00:26:52She's lying. They don't have a VIP elevator in this hotel.
00:27:00Is there a special elevator for VIPs in this hotel?
00:27:03Not that I know of.
00:27:05See? She's lying.
00:27:07There you have it, Laura. Even the hotel staff can spot a fake.
00:27:11Go on, get lost before things get worse.
00:27:16Here, take this one. Leave me to the vice presidents.
00:27:20You have no idea what you just did.
00:27:24There will be consequences.
00:27:28Besides, if you have this relationship with Ian Lewis that you claim to have,
00:27:34why don't you just ask him to get the two of them an invitation?
00:27:39Security! Security! We need this woman removed immediately. She is harassing me.
00:27:43We're done with your games, Laura. You're just a fraud.
00:27:46Ma'am, please remove me.
00:27:47What?
00:27:48Hold on!
00:27:51Brian Shepard?
00:27:53You think money buys you the right to walk all over people? Well, it doesn't.
00:27:57Yeah, wasn't enough to kick us out of Maplewood, was it, huh?
00:28:00What other plans do you have to destroy this town?
00:28:03Get you out? After what you did to Laura, you had it coming.
00:28:07Don't play dumb. We know exactly what's been happening here.
00:28:11How long has this little affair been going on?
00:28:13You've been sleeping with her since she was married to my son.
00:28:16Hold on a second. An affair?
00:28:19You think Laura and I...
00:28:22You people are unbelievable.
00:28:26Mr. Carter, get down here ASAP. We have a situation.
00:28:31What, you think you can just boss the manager around now? Is that it?
00:28:34Well, stick around and watch you crash and burn.
00:28:36Miss Lewis, apologies for the delay. How can I help you this evening?
00:28:40Thank you, Mr. Carter, for getting down here so quickly.
00:28:43It seems there's a misunderstanding.
00:28:46These people don't think that I belong here.
00:28:50Well, Mr. Carter, I can assure you this woman is a cleaner.
00:28:53A cleaner? Nonsense.
00:28:55I personally agreed to Miss Lewis upon her arrival in Maplewood three years ago.
00:28:59Exactly.
00:29:01Lewis Group, my company, has some major investments planned here in Maplewood.
00:29:08I was just here investigating potential business opportunities.
00:29:12No, this woman doesn't know the difference between business and a hole in the ground.
00:29:16She's been this way since my son divorced her. She's insane.
00:29:19Actually, I met Laura three years ago at the coffee shop.
00:29:23She helped secure a profitable investment for Shepherd Group.
00:29:27No, it's a lie. Mr. Shepherd, she's tricking you, too.
00:29:34You know, it's exhausting trying to argue with people who forget who helped them.
00:29:41Mr. Carter, would you mind showing me to the VIP elevator?
00:29:44Wait, is that why you're covering for her? Huh? Because of the affair? Because she slept with you?
00:29:49Excuse me. Who are you, and how dare you speak to Miss Lewis that way?
00:29:54That's enough. Have you embarrassed yourself enough?
00:29:57This is Lewis Group property. Behave or I'll call security.
00:30:01But she doesn't even have a VIP entrance access. She shouldn't be here.
00:30:06Since you're having trouble understanding them, let me make it clear.
00:30:11This hotel is owned by the Lewis family. It's mine to come or go as I please.
00:30:20Thank you for stepping in, Brian. I owe you one. We'll talk about this later.
00:30:27Well, it seems divorcing a powerful woman wasn't the best decision, Mr. Henderson.
00:30:39Come in.
00:30:41Excuse me, Vice Presidents. I'm Amber Smith, General Manager of the Lewis Group Maplewood Branch.
00:30:48I believe Ian Lewis told you about our meeting today?
00:30:51Maplewood Branch? Our records don't show any Maplewood Branch, Miss Smith.
00:30:58Are you sure you haven't gotten something mixed up?
00:31:01Are you sure you haven't gotten something mixed up?
00:31:04Ian Lewis... Mr. Lewis reassured me that today we would discuss, well, expansion plans.
00:31:13Expansion plans? Miss Smith, a decision like that wouldn't be taken without board approval.
00:31:20And frankly, we haven't heard anything about Maplewood Branch.
00:31:25But Ian Lewis assured me that...
00:31:28Miss Smith, we have a very important guest arriving soon.
00:31:31Perhaps you'd like to schedule a follow-up meeting with one of our staff?
00:31:34Maybe I can stay for this guest and offer some local...
00:31:37Miss Smith, we'd like you to leave. If you don't, we'll call security.
00:31:46Hey, stop there. This elevator is for VIP only. Back, please.
00:31:51Of course. My apologies.
00:31:59Laura?
00:32:03Vice Presidents! It's so good to see all of you again.
00:32:07Miss Lewis, it's been too long.
00:32:10Your return is a lifesaver, Miss Lewis.
00:32:13The Lewis Group has floundered under your uncle's, well, shall we say, unconventional leadership.
00:32:19The board are begging you to come back, Miss Lewis.
00:32:24Well, please sit.
00:32:26Yes, well, it is time for me to get my career back on track.
00:32:30We've got a meeting planned, a big one, in just a few days.
00:32:35Local powerhouses and smaller players, too. They'll all be there in one spot.
00:32:42Miss Lewis, we met with an Amber Smith.
00:32:46She claimed your uncle appointed her general manager of a Maplewood branch for the Lewis Group.
00:32:53She said that, did she? Well, Miss Smith is a liar.
00:32:57There is no Maplewood branch, at least not yet.
00:33:00She lied so blatantly. It's unbelievable.
00:33:03Bob, don't worry. I found a much more suitable partner.
00:33:09Shepherd Group.
00:33:11Shepherd Group? Their rise to a public company has been impressive.
00:33:16Do you have anything to do with that?
00:33:19So, what happens now with this Amber Smith?
00:33:23Oh, don't worry about Amber. I've got plans for her.
00:33:31Miss Lewis, consider this your official invitation to the legend from us.
00:33:40Cheers.
00:33:45Cheers.
00:33:52I'm not leaving. What are you talking about?
00:33:55Wait! I'm Amber Smith. I'm the Lewis Group manager of Maplewood branch.
00:33:58What are you doing? These are my guests.
00:34:00Yeah, that's right. Tell them who we are.
00:34:02Yes, we were waiting for Miss Smith.
00:34:05Lewis Group, Maplewood branch? No such thing, ma'am.
00:34:08And frankly, I'm not interested in your act.
00:34:11Of course, Laura. She's probably sleeping with the manager as well.
00:34:16That's how she gets away with everything.
00:34:18You underestimate her, Cathy. She's probably sleeping with all three vice presidents.
00:34:22No way a girl like her could get into a hotel like this.
00:34:26Careful with your words. Both of you. Acquisitions like that can get you in serious trouble.
00:34:34Look who can't even get into a meeting whilst I secure three with all the vice presidents.
00:34:39And let's not forget the mystery guest that they're bringing to Maplewood.
00:34:42Looks like she used you and tossed you aside.
00:34:45Used me? Unlike some people, I don't mind being helpful.
00:34:50You're so stupid. She threw you away like yesterday's trash.
00:34:54Don't worry, Brian. You deserve better.
00:34:57And let's not forget, I'm the new Maplewood branch manager of Lewis Group,
00:35:01appointed by the CEO of Lewis Group themselves, Ian Lewis.
00:35:06New branch manager, huh? Interesting.
00:35:10Laura Lewis? What are you doing here? Get out of here!
00:35:13You claim to be the mystery guest?
00:35:16Don't play games, Laura. I was formally invited by Lewis Group themselves to the investment meeting.
00:35:22Only the top companies get those. Looks like you're all out of luck.
00:35:27Is that so? Well then, there seems to be a misunderstanding.
00:35:33You see, I'm not sure if you know Miss Smith, but Lewis Group is my company.
00:35:38And I decide who goes to the meetings.
00:35:43Escort them out. Their visit is over.
00:35:46Oh, come on. This way, please.
00:35:49I'm not leaving.
00:35:51Move. We're not leaving again. Move.
00:35:53Oh, no, no, no. We're not going. Now.
00:35:55Okay, fine. Fine. Fine.
00:35:56This isn't over, Laura. You'll see.
00:35:59You'll see.
00:36:02Thanks for waiting, hon.
00:36:05Laura, I'm glad you're okay.
00:36:09And thank you for defending me. I really appreciate it.
00:36:17Um, are you coming to the meeting?
00:36:21Yes, but it's going to be tricky.
00:36:26Why? I'm sure that Shepard Group got an invitation.
00:36:33Yes. Laura, there's something you should know.
00:36:39Is this about Ben?
00:36:43Because I can assure you that he won't cause any problems.
00:36:46He won't even get past security.
00:36:49Laura, it's not Ben.
00:36:52It's someone else.
00:36:55Someone's causing problems for Shepard Group?
00:37:00Yes. Her name is Chloe Duke.
00:37:05She's the daughter of the Duke family.
00:37:09She's my ex-fiancee.
00:37:12And, uh, let's say things didn't end so well between us.
00:37:18And let's just say we didn't end things so well.
00:37:24And for some reason, she's having a hard time moving on.
00:37:30And you think that she's going to cause problems at the meeting for...
00:37:40out of jealousy?
00:37:44There's a possibility she's kind of jealous.
00:37:47Well, all the more reason for you to be there.
00:37:52Since I'll be there too.
00:37:58Laura, would you consider being my guest at the meeting?
00:38:04What? Are you worried that this Chloe's going to cause problems for me too?
00:38:09Maybe a little. But mostly, I want to show them we're a team.
00:38:15Well, it's a very kind offer, Mr. Shepard. Thank you.
00:38:20Laura, I don't care about your past.
00:38:27I just want to be by your side. I think I'm falling for you.
00:38:34Brian...
00:38:41I appreciate your honesty, and right now, I'm just not...
00:38:47I just don't really have romance on my mind right now.
00:38:52Just with everything going on...
00:38:55It's okay. I just want it to be our fault.
00:39:00And if Chloe tries anything, you won't face her alone.
00:39:07There's just one thing I do need.
00:39:12What is it?
00:39:14A formal dress.
00:39:19Security! She doesn't belong here. This is a private store.
00:39:24Excuse me. We need some assistance. I'm looking for a very particular dress.
00:39:31Wow. It's beautiful.
00:39:35It is.
00:39:37I'll try this one on.
00:39:39Don't bother with her. She can't afford it.
00:39:43Yeah, exactly. I mean, what are you doing here? Can't you just leave me alone?
00:39:47I wouldn't bat an eyelash if you just disappeared. I'm here for retail therapy.
00:39:52Oh, please. This store is for the A-list only, not some cheapskate like you.
00:39:58Says the woman who barged into my market.
00:40:01I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
00:40:04I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
00:40:07It's for the A-list only, not some cheapskate like you.
00:40:11Says the woman who barged into my marriage.
00:40:14Hey, show some respect.
00:40:16Typical Laura. Just thinks she can buy anything she wants with someone else's money.
00:40:21I would have asked you, but without me, I'm sure you're already broke.
00:40:25Oh, please. Come on. We'll take the dress.
00:40:27Sir, this particular dress is not for sale.
00:40:31What do you mean you don't sell it? I want it. Name your price.
00:40:35The price? Ma'am, this one was custom-made for Miss Lewis, the Lewis Group heiress.
00:40:40The entire brand belongs to her. This beautiful dress is for display purposes only. Thank you.
00:40:46It wouldn't suit you anyway, Amber.
00:40:48What are you talking about? Of course it would suit her. It'd fit her just fine.
00:40:52And if it wouldn't fit me, it certainly wouldn't fit your chunky self either.
00:40:56Well, buying the whole store allowed me to purchase this dress.
00:41:01Oh, please. Don't you know that this store belongs to Lewis Group?
00:41:05We wouldn't sell it to someone like you.
00:41:07Amber, you're not even a branch manager yet. You don't get to speak on behalf of Lewis Group.
00:41:12Could you please tell me more about this dress?
00:41:15Of course. It was custom-made for Laura Lewis, heiress to the Lewis Group fortune.
00:41:21Hand-stitched in Italy, naturally, and apparently there are many more like it this year.
00:41:27High-end stores and museums around the world from her private collection.
00:41:32Laura, do you like this dress?
00:41:35Of course. It's custom-made for me. I'm just here to take what's already mine.
00:41:41Oh, you can't be serious. There must be millions of Laura Lewis's out there in the world.
00:41:46Fine, fine. If it's not for sale, can't I at least try it on? It would look incredible on me.
00:41:52Miss, this dress is very delicate. If I may be frank, I don't think this would fit you properly.
00:41:59Are you calling me fat?
00:42:01Actually, on a second thought, why don't we just buy the whole brand? How's that sound?
00:42:07Sir, are you serious? You would just buy the entire brand for one dress?
00:42:12This brand is worth at least $50 million. And to buy it for a waitress?
00:42:19Are you out of your mind?
00:42:20Yes. You see, even if you had the money, they wouldn't sell it to you.
00:42:24Just one second.
00:42:28Yes, this is Brian Shepard, CEO of Shepard Group. I'd like to speak with your head of acquisitions.
00:42:34I'm interested in purchasing your high-fashion brand.
00:42:40What?
00:42:41Brand.
00:42:43What?
00:42:46Sorry, sir. That brand is not for sale.
00:42:50You see? If we can't have it, neither can you.
00:42:56Mr. Yates. Yes, this is Laura Lewis. I'm calling to discuss the sale of our high-end clothing brand to Shepard Group.
00:43:06Oh, come on. Calling the Lewis family butler won't get you anywhere, sweetie.
00:43:10Exactly. This is pathetic. You really think this is going to work? It's sad.
00:43:14Excellent. Thank you, Mr. Yates. That's all.
00:43:24Yes?
00:43:29What? Oh, you're willing to sell me the brand?
00:43:35Awesome. Thank you.
00:43:40Hello? Yes. Wow. Yes, of course. Absolutely. Thank you.
00:43:50This store, along with the entire brand, has been sold to Mr. Shepard.
00:43:54The Shepard Group is the new owner. How may I be of service today, sir?
00:43:59Well, Laura, I don't know much about fashion, so I would like to give this brand to you.
00:44:06You can't be serious. You don't have the kind of money to buy this store.
00:44:10Don't listen to her, Brian. You two just go do whatever you do somewhere else.
00:44:16You're not welcome here. I want the two of these out of my store.
00:44:24I want the two of these out of my store. Of course.
00:44:29Oh, come on. Sir? Ma'am? I'm afraid I have to ask you to leave.
00:44:33We're not leaving, okay? Hey, hey, hey. This isn't over, Laura.
00:44:38Could I try the dress on now? Of course, Miss Lewis. You just follow me.
00:44:48Wow. Miss Lewis, this dress really was made for you.
00:44:56Laura, you look breathtaking in this dress.
00:45:01Brian, why would you do all of this for me?
00:45:07Laura, because you deserve everything beautiful in the world.
00:45:14And that includes this dress. Thank you.
00:45:19Will you give us a chance to see where things could go?
00:45:23I need a moment. Perhaps we could talk some more about this after the investment meeting?
00:45:32Does that mean you could be a yes? Maybe.
00:45:41Hi.
00:45:49Hi.
00:45:51What?
00:45:53Well, well, well. Look who decided to join the party. Playing dress up again, Laura?
00:45:59One more disrespectful remark towards Laura, Miss Smith. And you understand the meaning of rude.
00:46:04You threatening my girlfriend in front of everyone? For this? This gold digger?
00:46:10You know, Ben, I really cared about you, even after all the horrible things you said to me after our divorce.
00:46:16I know the name of a great psychologist in New York.
00:46:19Maybe the shrinks in Maplewood aren't equipped to deal with your issues.
00:46:25Enough! I've had enough of this drama.
00:46:28Yeah, me too.
00:46:29Try that again and you'll regret it. I'll get the hell out of my face.
00:46:35Let's see if you two even make it past the door.
00:46:37Yeah.
00:46:40I'm sorry, Miss Smith, but your name's not on the guest list.
00:46:43But your name's not on the guest list.
00:46:44What? That's impossible. I was invited by the CEO himself.
00:46:52Unfortunately, neither Harrison Group or Smith Group. Your name is on the list.
00:46:57Looks like you two won't be getting let in, after all.
00:47:00You don't have an invitation. You're just here because of Brian.
00:47:08Let me see this. This doesn't even look real.
00:47:10It's different from mine.
00:47:11Why don't you ask her if it's real?
00:47:16This appears to be a VIP invitation from the Vice President.
00:47:21Please, right this way.
00:47:22We can continue this discussion later, if you manage to get in.
00:47:30Sir, Madam, we recommend you leave.
00:47:35There you are! How dare you steal my fiancé?
00:47:41Looks like another relationship lights the dust, Laura.
00:47:44Looks like stealing men is a hobby of yours.
00:47:47Get away from him. He's engaged to me.
00:47:50Hey, hey, hey. Hold your horses, Gwen. That ended a long time ago.
00:47:54Engaged to you?
00:47:56Everyone in Maplewood knows what you did to Brian.
00:48:00Your relationship's history.
00:48:03That was just a little tiff.
00:48:04You really think that could tear us apart?
00:48:06Don't you know who I am?
00:48:08Don't pretend like you don't know.
00:48:10Oh, honey, she don't recognize royalty, let alone a duke.
00:48:14She's just a maid, remember? I don't have time for all this drama.
00:48:19Brian, let's head inside.
00:48:23Brian, how could you choose this cleaner over me?
00:48:28Are you really going to humiliate me in front of everyone?
00:48:31There's nothing left to say, Gwen. Don't make this a scene.
00:48:34Shall we?
00:48:41You okay, Miss Duke?
00:48:43And you are?
00:48:45Amber Smith. I'm the Maplewood branch manager at Lewis Group.
00:48:49What branch? I've never heard of it. What do you want from me?
00:48:52That Laura.
00:48:54That Laura?
00:48:56What branch? I've never heard of it. What do you want from me?
00:48:59That Laura.
00:49:01She tore up my invitation. Do you think you can get me inside?
00:49:04What, your little manager title couldn't get you past the front door?
00:49:08Please don't waste my time.
00:49:27If I can't have Brian, neither can you.
00:49:32The Duke family has more influence than you think.
00:49:36Chloe, good to see you. I've been expecting you.
00:49:39Uncle Jones, how are you?
00:49:41Good.
00:49:43How are you?
00:49:45Good.
00:49:47How are you?
00:49:49Good.
00:49:51How are you?
00:49:53Good.
00:49:56I need your help with something.
00:49:58What is it? Anything for my little Chloe.
00:50:01It's Brian.
00:50:03Who's that woman? I thought you were...
00:50:06She's a con woman.
00:50:08She actually used to be a cleaner in his company.
00:50:10What?
00:50:12Are you saying Brian left you for a cleaner?
00:50:17She's pretending to be a Lewis to get close to him.
00:50:21What are you planning?
00:50:23I want to destroy Shepard Group.
00:50:28Anyway, I'm terribly sorry about Chloe.
00:50:32I had no idea she would be so...
00:50:37intense.
00:50:39What do you mean?
00:50:41You so should have taken her up on her offer.
00:50:44I mean, you guys are just...
00:50:47power couple.
00:50:49I see what you're doing.
00:50:51Power couple, you say?
00:50:53More like a disaster waiting to happen.
00:50:58Anyway, shall we take a seat?
00:51:01Actually, Brian, my seat is...
00:51:05is up there.
00:51:07Really?
00:51:09She doesn't deserve to sit there.
00:51:11Excuse me.
00:51:13This is my VIP invitation.
00:51:15I can sit wherever I like.
00:51:18Hey, what do you think you're doing?
00:51:20This is signed by all three VPs of Lewis Group.
00:51:23Where did you get this?
00:51:25Who did you have to sleep with?
00:51:27That's enough.
00:51:30This is getting us nowhere.
00:51:32Laura is my guest.
00:51:34And I will not tolerate any kind of disrespect towards her.
00:51:39Got it?
00:51:40Mr. Shepard, what do you see in that woman?
00:51:44Miss Duke is a perfect match for you.
00:51:47She's from a good family, beautiful and successful.
00:51:51What more could you ask for?
00:51:53That's a good question.
00:51:55Not much, actually.
00:51:58Honesty, that's what I want.
00:52:02And love.
00:52:03Things that clearly Chloe has no idea.
00:52:07I said I was sorry.
00:52:09What more do you want?
00:52:11I've watched Chloe grow up.
00:52:13She's like a daughter to me.
00:52:15I won't allow her to be spoken to like that.
00:52:21One more chance, Brian.
00:52:23Let's forget all this nonsense.
00:52:26Do it, Mr. Shepard.
00:52:27Propose, right here, right now.
00:52:31Brian?
00:52:35Is this how the Duke family handles business deals?
00:52:39By forcing a ring on someone?
00:52:42Do it, or you can kiss goodbye all future investments with the Duke family.
00:52:51Don't you dare.
00:52:53You're humiliating yourself.
00:52:56How dare you?
00:52:57Do you really like this nobody from nowhere?
00:53:00Yes.
00:53:02I like her.
00:53:05But I can't imagine someone like her interceding me.
00:53:09The truth is, I wouldn't be here, where I am today, without her.
00:53:15Why would you choose someone like her?
00:53:18Exactly! This woman is trouble!
00:53:20She doesn't belong here!
00:53:21Throw her out!
00:53:22You do realize that there is no investment meeting without me?
00:53:28Interesting turn of events.
00:53:30Perhaps it's time we shed some light on your mysterious past.
00:53:34Do you actually think that just because you have the name Laura,
00:53:38that you're the missing heiress, Laura Lewis?
00:53:43You know what, maybe you're right, Chloe.
00:53:45How ridiculous! Is that what you've been telling everyone?
00:53:49I'm sure that the Duke family still values cooperation,
00:53:54but wow, did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe.
00:53:59Did I underestimate your foolishness, Chloe?
00:54:02You have no right to talk to Miss Duke like that!
00:54:05That's enough! You don't get to talk here!
00:54:08You've gone mad, Shepard! You dare to go against Miss Duke?
00:54:11And the same applies to everyone else here.
00:54:13Anyone who insults Laura leaves with a black eye.
00:54:18He's willing to defend the Duke for her.
00:54:20What kind of charm does she have?
00:54:22I want to be careful, Brian.
00:54:24Don't forget that this entire hotel chain is owned by the Lewis Group.
00:54:28Are you willing to get blacklisted for this public tantrum?
00:54:31The Lewis Group isn't blacklisting anyone, especially not Shepard Group.
00:54:41Lewis Group RS? You? Don't make me laugh.
00:54:46Security, remove these two impostors from the premises.
00:54:50Wait, Uncle Jones. Give Brian another chance.
00:54:54Choose, Brian.
00:54:56Me, and the future you deserve, or this fraud.
00:55:02Chloe, I have everything I ever wanted right here.
00:55:08In a wooden tray with all the power the Duke's holding me.
00:55:12Fine.
00:55:18Short the stock of the Shepard Group.
00:55:20What?
00:55:22You forced my hand, Brian.
00:55:25Now Shepard Group is ruined.
00:55:27The Duke family, they can't be serious.
00:55:29Shepard Group is doomed.
00:55:31Brian, you don't have to do this for me.
00:55:35Laura, I will never let anyone bully you, let alone them.
00:55:41Thank you, Brian, for believing in me, for protecting me.
00:55:49Now it's my turn to protect you.
00:55:55Listen carefully.
00:56:00I need you to protect the Shepard Group stock at all costs.
00:56:06Don't let it drop even one cent.
00:56:10Do you understand?
00:56:12Wow. Award-winning performance, Laura.
00:56:16But you can't possibly control stock.
00:56:19Want to put your money where your mouth is, Chloe?
00:56:24If the Shepard stock holds for the next five minutes,
00:56:33you owe me a public apology.
00:56:41Deal.
00:56:46Well, looks like your five minutes is up.
00:56:51Let's see how the Shepard stock is doing.
00:56:57What the? The Shepard Group stock price is going up.
00:57:03This can't be happening. It must be a coincidence.
00:57:11Why didn't you short the stock like I asked?
00:57:14There was a huge investment. We couldn't compete.
00:57:17Shepard's stock price is being heavily supported.
00:57:20How did you do this?
00:57:22Like I said, Chloe, I'm Laura Lewis.
00:57:28No, you're not. You're just some cleaner. You don't have access to billions.
00:57:33Well, I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:42No, I think it's time for my apology.
00:57:46There is no way I'm apologizing to you.
00:57:48If things were the other way, would you be so quick to forgive me, Chloe?
00:57:53The truth is, everyone here has seen you be a bully and a coward and now a sore loser.
00:58:06This is so humiliating for her.
00:58:09How did she manage that? Maybe she really is a Lewis.
00:58:14Apologize to Miss Lewis.
00:58:16Shut up. Don't you dare talk about Miss Duke like that.
00:58:20Don't forget, the Duke family own half of Maplewood.
00:58:23You don't deserve this.
00:58:25Let's get out of here.
00:58:27Hold on.
00:58:29This is where I belong. And that is my chair.
00:58:36You can't go there. That is the VIP section.
00:58:39Only those invited by the Lewis Group vice presidents get to sit there.
00:58:44Like I said, Chloe, that's my seat.
00:58:53Heard a rumor floating around a few days ago.
00:58:56Seems Miss Lewis caused quite a scene at a signing ceremony between her ex and Mr. Shepard, wasn't it?
00:59:05Are you planning another outburst, Laura?
00:59:07Is this how you charm all your men? Shall we?
00:59:11My pleasure.
00:59:13What are you doing?
00:59:15Chloe, let go. It doesn't matter what happened.
00:59:18I choose to stay by Laura's side.
00:59:21Let's go.
00:59:23Don't be absurd. That seat is reserved for a very important guest.
00:59:28Someone so esteemed, even the vice presidents have to bow low.
00:59:34And how exactly, Mr. Jones?
00:59:40Are you so sure that I'm not that esteemed guest?
00:59:44Wait, that's Peter Young.
00:59:46Director of business affairs at Lewis Group.
00:59:52That's Peter Young. He decides which investments to make.
00:59:55It's Chloe Duke, head of Duke Industries. So glad you could join us.
00:59:59Why is everyone standing around?
01:00:01It's her. She's making a huge scene trying to claim the VIP seat. It's embarrassing.
01:00:06That seat's reserved for the Lewis Group VIP guest.
01:00:09Specifically the family heir. Please get off the stage.
01:00:13Oh yes. Mr. Young, was it? I think I remember you.
01:00:19You manage my family's investments.
01:00:22Don't pretend like you know what's going on.
01:00:25Please get off the stage. That seat's reserved for the Lewis family heir.
01:00:30I need to make one thing crystal clear.
01:00:37I am the heir of the Lewis family.
01:00:46This is ridiculous. You? The Lewis heir?
01:00:50Don't you know that Miss Lewis is a legend around here?
01:00:53You must be out of your mind trusting a complete stranger like this.
01:00:56Exactly. We ran a background check on her and turns out she's just some cleaner that used to work for the Harrison Group.
01:01:03Before that, I can see her in my family's supermarket.
01:01:06See Brian, this is who you've been chasing after. A liar and a cheat.
01:01:11Security, get this imposter out of here. Everyone here is a witness.
01:01:16Why would any of you trust Laura?
01:01:19If any of you dares to harm her, you have to go through me first.
01:01:25Brian, she's just a nobody.
01:01:29She's just someone that the Harrison Group ditched. They didn't even want her.
01:01:34What exactly do you see in her?
01:01:36Escort this imposter out of here. Now.
01:01:39Oh, Peter.
01:01:47Peter, do you have any idea what you're doing?
01:01:51Mr. Yates, I'm so glad you could join us.
01:01:56Miss Lewis, sorry about the delay and for all the trouble you've had to put up with.
01:02:01It's no trouble, Mr. Yates. Luckily, I haven't been alone.
01:02:06I've had the great company of my very loyal friend.
01:02:12Wait a minute. She's Miss Lewis. Is this a joke?
01:02:16Mr. Young, you're new to the Lewis Group, so I can understand why you wouldn't recognize Miss Lewis.
01:02:23But you listened to lies without checking the facts and almost called the police.
01:02:30Tell me, Mr. Young, who put you up to this?
01:02:35Was it my uncle, Ian Lewis?
01:02:40I knew it.
01:02:44Consider this your termination.
01:02:48I get it now. This is all an act, right?
01:02:52Chloe, what are you doing? We still want to work with the Lewis family.
01:02:55Work with them? Are you blind? This woman is clearly having an affair with this old man.
01:03:00That's enough, young lady. You've got no right to disrespect the head of the Lewis Group.
01:03:06Oh, Chloe. I can't believe we're going through this again. I think...
01:03:11I get it now. This is all an act, right?
01:03:16Chloe, what are you doing? We still want to work with the Lewis family.
01:03:19Are you blind? This woman is clearly having an affair with this old man.
01:03:24That's enough, young lady. You've got no right to disrespect the head of the Lewis Group.
01:03:30Oh, Chloe. I can't believe we're going through this again.
01:03:34I think you need some professional help. Maybe I could make you an appointment with a great psychiatrist.
01:03:40Chloe, that's enough.
01:03:42It's ridiculous. If you were really the Lewis family heir, you would have the ring.
01:03:46So why don't you show it to everyone?
01:03:48Show us the ring!
01:03:53Why don't you show that to everyone?
01:03:55Show us the ring!
01:03:57Who are you to make demands of me?
01:04:01I don't answer to anyone but myself.
01:04:05I don't need any of your validation.
01:04:11There's a ring.
01:04:13Wow.
01:04:16Vice Presidents, I'm Chloe Duke of the Duke family.
01:04:20This woman is an imposter.
01:04:22Miss Lewis, we apologize for the delay.
01:04:25How could you just let that con woman sit there? Get her out of here!
01:04:29This seat was always for Miss Lewis.
01:04:32She's the special guest we've been waiting for.
01:04:35The investment queen. The real heir to Lewis Group.
01:04:40Laura Lewis.
01:04:42She was a divorced host wife. A janitor. How can she?
01:04:45She can't be. It's a lie. I'm telling you it's a lie.
01:04:48Do you think we'd lie? We run Lewis Group.
01:04:52Oh, Chloe. You assaulted me earlier.
01:04:57And you came to this meeting to what?
01:05:00Sabotage it.
01:05:02You'll be hearing from our legal team.
01:05:06Is this true, Mr Duke? Did you try and sabotage this meeting?
01:05:11Yes, it's all true. She fooled us all.
01:05:15The Dukes tricked us to keep Lewis Group out of Maplewood and control everything themselves.
01:05:21I had no idea. But I'm on your side.
01:05:25I can give you everything you need. All the resources in Maplewood.
01:05:29Miss Lewis, how would you like us to deal with this?
01:05:33An eye for an eye.
01:05:37Since Miss Duke here loves ruining things,
01:05:44I'll target her precious Duke Industries.
01:05:49I want them bankrupt in ten minutes.
01:05:52You're bluffing. You're nobody. You'll always be a nobody. And you can't touch me.
01:05:58Then consider this a test, Chloe.
01:06:02I didn't need my family's support with Shepard and I certainly don't need it now.
01:06:07Chloe, you dug your own grave.
01:06:10You think you can destroy Maplewood's leading family with just the Shepard Group?
01:06:15Please.
01:06:19We'll see.
01:06:21We'll see.
01:06:27Dad? Slow down. What are you talking about?
01:06:32No. It's impossible.
01:06:36Chloe, what have you done? Years of hard work destroyed in minutes.
01:06:45What did you do?
01:06:47Well, Chloe, isn't this what you wanted? To give me a little taste of destruction?
01:06:54This is impossible. It's impossible.
01:06:58Chloe, what have you done? The news is everywhere.
01:07:03Shepard's launched a full-scale assault on the stock market.
01:07:06They're hammering our shares.
01:07:09Are you sure it's just Shepard?
01:07:11Yes. Shareholders are dumping our stock like it's a hot potato.
01:07:15We could go bankrupt. You've ruined everything.
01:07:18Don't worry, Mr. Duke. When your company does go bankrupt, I'll buy it.
01:07:24At a fire sale price, your employees won't even be affected.
01:07:27Brilliant. A masterstroke, Miss Lewis.
01:07:31Now, this is my event. Please leave.
01:07:37Brian, I did this for us. Everything I did, I did for us, Brian.
01:07:43Chloe, you need help.
01:07:47These feelings you have for me, it's not love. It's obsession.
01:07:53Enough. If you don't want to ruin everything completely, you'll come with me right now.
01:07:59No.
01:08:01Right now.
01:08:03No!
01:08:05Laura! This isn't over! Get off me!
01:08:15What is going on here? Did they finally expose Laura's lies?
01:08:23Shepard Group. They're the new partner that's partnering up with Lewis Group for Maplewood.
01:08:28They're handling all future construction projects.
01:08:31That can't be. What about us? That was our project.
01:08:35Remember, Laura teamed up with Brian. Harrison Group is practically out. We have no chance.
01:08:40We can't give up that easily. Remember, Ian Lewis himself appointed me as General Manager.
01:08:46In a few days, he promised that he would let us meet with a new heir.
01:08:50You're right. If we can just meet with a new heir, we can bypass the Shepards and meet directly with the Lewis Group.
01:08:56We just have to play their little game and see who comes out on top.
01:09:00That's right.
01:09:05Vice Presidents, allow me to introduce my associate, Brian Shepard.
01:09:11I'm sure I've mentioned him before.
01:09:13Mr. Shepard, finally a pleasure to meet you.
01:09:16We've looked into your company's financial review. Very impressive.
01:09:21Thank you. Thank you, but a large part of that success is thanks to Ms. Lewis.
01:09:28She practically saved me from disaster. Three times over now.
01:09:32Brian, you can just call me Laura.
01:09:35Ms. Lewis's recommendation is very telling, Mr. Shepard. Perhaps today clarifies everything.
01:09:42Mr. Shepard, this opportunity is gone. Seize it. A woman like Laura is not easy to find.
01:09:51Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vice President.
01:09:57Did Laura send you to kill me?
01:10:04Laura? Hardly. I'm Ian Lewis, CEO and rightful heir of the Lewis Group.
01:10:13So you're Laura's uncle?
01:10:15In the flesh.
01:10:17So Laura really is your niece?
01:10:19Yes, little Laura. She just threw away her birthright about two, three years ago.
01:10:26Ran off and married a nobody from Maplewood. I think he was a Harrison.
01:10:31Now Laura's got the VPs and Mr. Yates on her side.
01:10:34Did you hear she's throwing a banquet in a few days to announce her official takeover?
01:10:38And we can't let that happen, can we, my dear?
01:10:41If you're Ian Lewis, wouldn't you have the family ring?
01:10:45Well, my dear, that's where you come in. Miss Duke, we need you to relinquish my ring.
01:10:52What if I fail? My family is already ruined.
01:10:56Yes, you are in a spot of bother, I must say.
01:10:59But if successful, I guarantee that you and the Duke family will get back everything you've lost.
01:11:07Laura's got the VPs and Brian on her side. How can I possibly get the ring?
01:11:12There is a way, you know, that we can make Laura relinquish and give up that ring willingly.
01:11:21Laura, my dear, welcome.
01:11:23Uncle Ian, it's so good to see you.
01:11:30Laura.
01:11:31It's so good to see you.
01:11:32And you. It's been too long. Two, three years, perhaps. How have you been?
01:11:38I've been well, Uncle Ian. Thank you for asking.
01:11:42I see you've been busy keeping Lewis Group afloat?
01:11:46Yes.
01:11:47That's amazing.
01:11:48Indeed. Somebody had to. I mean, after you left me with everything to do, without a safe pair of hands,
01:11:54I hate to think what would have happened to the company.
01:11:57Actually, Uncle Ian, from what I've heard, you've lost billions with some questionable investment decisions.
01:12:05Yes. Minor mistakes, minor.
01:12:08Don't worry, Uncle Ian. I won't hold it against you.
01:12:12Good. Well, cheers to you coming back here. And the Lewis Group.
01:12:20Oh! I'm so sorry, Laura. How clumsy of me.
01:12:25No, no worries, Uncle Ian. I'll just go to the restroom and get cleaned up.
01:12:32Of course. Right away. Just down to the left.
01:12:41Use it wisely.
01:12:43Oh, I will.
01:12:45Hey, Laura. How's it?
01:13:01Hello, Brian. Your little girlfriend is with me now.
01:13:05Chloe, how in the hell did you get Laura's phone?
01:13:09Let's just say that I have my ways.
01:13:12Listen, Chloe. Don't hurt her. Please.
01:13:17I'll do anything.
01:13:20Come to the abandoned warehouse in the eastern suburbs. Now.
01:13:25Don't tell anyone if you want her alive.
01:13:31Well, you certainly do have your ways.
01:13:35Oh, thank goodness you've cleared up. I am sorry. How clumsy.
01:13:39And don't forget your phone. I retrieved it for you.
01:13:42Thank you, Uncle Ian.
01:13:44Lovely to see you again.
01:13:45Yeah. I guess I'll see you the day after tomorrow at the banquet.
01:13:49At the banquet.
01:13:52I'll see you then.
01:13:53Will do. Looking forward to it.
01:13:57Laura! Laura! Where are you?
01:14:01Where are you? Laura?
01:14:04Laura? Where are you?
01:14:07Laura? Laura, where are you?
01:14:15Gotcha.
01:14:18Weren't expecting that, were you?
01:14:31Finally. Looks like your little boyfriend got turned around.
01:14:34What the? Laura, where are you? Laura? Laura?
01:14:38Go shut your mouth.
01:14:40Chloe, what have you done? You out of your mind?
01:14:44Out of my mind? You're the one that left me for that tramp and destroyed my life!
01:14:49That's not true. You're the one who messed up!
01:14:52Brian!
01:14:53Laura!
01:14:56Stay where you are. You better not come alone.
01:15:00Shut this knife, Chloe. This is insane.
01:15:03Insane? I did this for us, Brian. We were meant to be together.
01:15:10Us? You've gone crazy. And you're out of here.
01:15:13Chloe, kidnapping is a very serious offence. They're going to lock you up for years.
01:15:20You think I care about jail time? All I care about is tearing you two apart.
01:15:26You don't deserve him. What you've done, you've destroyed my life, my company, everything.
01:15:35Now I'm going to destroy your life. Give me your family ring now. Give it to me!
01:15:41This is about the ring.
01:15:44Did my Uncle Ian put you up to this?
01:15:48You know, Chloe, trying to kill me, that's foolish.
01:15:53Because who do you think is going to win? You? That little knife? Or me?
01:16:02Something a little bit more persuasive.
01:16:12Freeze! Don't move, anyone.
01:16:17Don't move. You're about to be arrested for kidnapping.
01:16:22Miss Lewis, having fun without me? I'm hurt.
01:16:29Are you hurt? No, I'm okay.
01:16:34Tell me, Chloe. Who put you up to this, Chloe?
01:16:39Why should I tell you? You're going to kill me anyway.
01:16:43Chloe, I don't have a problem with you.
01:16:45But if you don't talk, your beloved Duke Industries might run into some.
01:16:52Well, I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:16:55So the choice is yours, Chloe. Talk or face the consequences.
01:17:01Fine. It was Ian Lewis. He said he'd help Duke Industries if I kept you away from the bank today.
01:17:09Did you get all of that, Mr. Yates?
01:17:11I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:17:13I'm recording everything, Miss Lewis.
01:17:17Owe every word, Miss Lewis.
01:17:20Are you ready to play a game, Brian?
01:17:33This is crazy. Are we really sure we can do this? All these big companies here. It's crazy.
01:17:38Absolutely. The Lewis Group is under new leadership. We can talk to the heiress herself.
01:17:43Exactly. We just need to make sure we make a good impression on the new heir.
01:17:48There's Ian Lewis now. You can introduce us. Let's go.
01:17:51Yeah.
01:17:54Hello, Ian Lewis. I'm Amber Smith. We spoke on the phone the other day.
01:17:58This is Ben Harrison from the Harrison Group.
01:18:00How do you do?
01:18:01We're the company that-
01:18:02Yes, I know who you are. Miss Smith, you're the one who exposed Laura's little drama.
01:18:08Now look, I'm not here for idle chatter.
01:18:14Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Could I ask you all to be seated, please?
01:18:20The moment you've all been waiting for.
01:18:23Tonight marks a new chapter in the life of the Lewis Group.
01:18:27A night where the rightful heir takes their place.
01:18:30Would you please join me in welcoming the heir to the Lewis Group, Miss Laura Lewis.
01:18:36Look, everybody, attention. Attention, please.
01:18:41There's been a recent development of some tragedy.
01:18:46I just got notice from a phone call a couple of minutes ago that Laura has been in a car accident.
01:18:53And tragically, she hasn't made it. She has not survived.
01:19:00What? Laura Lewis is dead?
01:19:04It doesn't matter now. She's gone.
01:19:06Mr. Lewis, is this news-
01:19:08A tragic turn of events, Mr. Yates.
01:19:10But rest assured, the Lewis Group will continue under my competent leadership.
01:19:17Hold on. Who said that I'm dead?
01:19:21Laura.
01:19:22Laura.
01:19:27I don't understand. What's happening?
01:19:31Laura? But, weren't you-
01:19:33My apologies for the delay, everyone.
01:19:37There seems to be some misunderstanding.
01:19:40Laura, what are you doing here? You've got to stop this.
01:19:43If you upset the Lewis family anymore, we're all doomed.
01:19:45I said this once. Back off.
01:19:52Thank you for coming, everyone.
01:19:55As I'm sure you know, tonight I officially reclaim my title as the CEO of Lewis Group.
01:20:06Perhaps you could make some room for me.
01:20:10Uncle Ian?
01:20:11Impossible. How are you still alive?
01:20:14Well, clearly I am alive and well, so why don't we get this started?
01:20:18No. You're not the rightful heir.
01:20:21You gave that away when you married Ben Harrison.
01:20:26Uncle Ian, is that seriously the best that you have, that I got married too quickly?
01:20:31Well, you went off to Maplewood three years ago and married a stranger
01:20:35and left me to work tirelessly keeping the company together.
01:20:39Uncle Ian, retire. Enjoy your retirement.
01:20:43Lewis Group will be perfectly fine without you.
01:20:46No. There can only be one heir, and that's me.
01:20:50And the rightful heir has possession of this.
01:20:55You think a ring makes an heir?
01:20:58You're even more foolish than I could have ever imagined.
01:21:02Give that back to me.
01:21:04This?
01:21:05Yes.
01:21:06You think some shiny gold thing makes you the heir?
01:21:10Give it back.
01:21:11True leadership is about earning the respect of those around you,
01:21:18not some stupid ring.
01:21:21My ring! What have you done? Where is it?
01:21:26My ring!
01:21:28Now, everyone, if I could have your attention.
01:21:31How dare you!
01:21:32Let me show you how a true heir earns a ring like that.
01:21:42Fine. It was Ian Lewis.
01:21:44He said he'd help Duke Industries if I kept you away from the banquet today.
01:21:51Oh, quite the spectacle, Mr. Lewis.
01:21:54Security, escort him out.
01:21:57And Ian, don't fall over.
01:22:00It's all lies. It's all lies. Fakery.
01:22:02It's Rufus Gear. Get him out of here. Now.
01:22:07I owe all of you an apology for everything that's happened tonight.
01:22:14Turns out reclaiming my birthright didn't go as smoothly as I had hoped.
01:22:20Luckily, these past few days, I've had Mr. Shepard by my side.
01:22:27And he has been a great support.
01:22:32Lewis Group has a lot of exciting plans for Maplewood.
01:22:38I'm proud to announce that we have secured a reliable partner.
01:22:46Shepard Group.
01:22:47What? Laura, hold on.
01:22:49This was never my idea. This was all Cathy and Amber's fault.
01:22:53I don't want a divorce.
01:22:54What?
01:22:55Then what are you saying? You came to me first.
01:22:58Sick, Ben.
01:22:59Something goes wrong and you start pointing the fingers at all the women in your life.
01:23:04Just don't shut Harrison Group out. Just give me another chance.
01:23:08How could I shut you out?
01:23:10I'm just a cleaner, remember?
01:23:12I'm just a useless housewife.
01:23:15I don't have that power.
01:23:18What are you talking about? No, come on. No, please, no.
01:23:23Um, Mr. Shepard?
01:23:25Yes, Miss Lewis?
01:23:27I was wondering if maybe you wanted to grab dinner sometime.
01:23:35On me.
01:23:37Miss Lewis, I would love to.