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Revenge and Deception Full Movie
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00:00:00Hey, are you okay?
00:00:13It's snowing heavily out there.
00:00:14I...
00:00:15I have nowhere to go.
00:00:16Come here.
00:00:17You'll catch a cold.
00:00:18I'm James, by the way.
00:00:19Hello.
00:00:21You can use this to warm yourself up.
00:00:34And I've got some spare clothes, too, if you need...
00:00:37Thank you, James.
00:00:38Thank you for everything.
00:00:40I hope you're feeling a tad better.
00:00:46I hope you don't mind my curiosity.
00:00:49I know we've only just met, but why were you in the snow like that?
00:00:57It's a long story.
00:00:58A story of love and betrayal.
00:01:05If you're up to tell it, I'm up to listen.
00:01:08Thank you, James.
00:01:11Sometimes a warm cup of tea can make everything a bit better.
00:01:16Thank you for being so kind to a stranger.
00:01:18No problem at all.
00:01:19I think from now on, we're not going to be strangers anymore.
00:01:22It all started with snow.
00:01:26The reason I ended up in the snow started with snow.
00:01:30How ironic.
00:01:38Mind if I join you?
00:01:39Oh, not at all.
00:01:40Please.
00:01:44We got caught up in the snow, huh?
00:01:47Yeah.
00:01:49It's unexpectedly romantic, don't you think?
00:01:52I always thought that snow just brings wonders into this world, don't you think?
00:01:57Yeah, definitely.
00:01:58It's like looking at a world from a different lens.
00:02:02You're not trying to flirt with me, are you?
00:02:04No, I mean, yeah.
00:02:06But if I am, is it working?
00:02:09I don't know.
00:02:10If you were me, would it work on you?
00:02:13It would, if I do this.
00:02:16Why don't you ask for my number, then?
00:02:19I mean, only if you wanted to, of course.
00:02:22My name's Jaden, by the way.
00:02:25Lila.
00:02:26Nice meeting you.
00:02:27Nice to meet you, too.
00:02:29Maybe, you know, just maybe, it's the start of something beautiful.
00:02:38I just love moments like this.
00:02:41It's me, you, and the warmth of this apartment.
00:02:45Yeah, I love them, too.
00:02:47And since you walked into my life, everything seems in the right place.
00:02:52Lila, there's something I'm meaning to ask you.
00:02:55Something that's been on my mind for a while.
00:02:58What is it, Jaden?
00:02:59Oh, this was so easy in the mirror.
00:03:02Well, since we met in the night, under the snow, it's been like a dream.
00:03:11You've made me the happiest man.
00:03:13You brought joy in my life, and love.
00:03:17I'm not doing the dishes for you, Jaden.
00:03:19Can you be serious for one minute, please?
00:03:22And I'm not doing the laundry, either.
00:03:24Well, you won't have any choice after this, but I'll help you out as much as I can.
00:03:29Anyway, I want to ask you is if you want to be with me and spend the rest of my life with me.
00:03:40And would you make me the happiest man alive and be my wife?
00:03:46Jaden?
00:03:47Yeah.
00:03:51Lila, I love you so much.
00:03:54More than the words I can't explain.
00:03:58Would you be my wife?
00:04:00Yes, yes, yes, a thousand times, yes.
00:04:04I love you.
00:04:05I love you, too.
00:04:10This is so pretty.
00:04:21Good morning.
00:04:23Good morning, my beautiful wife.
00:04:25Don't stop.
00:04:30How about I cook you a homemade breakfast this morning?
00:04:34Sounds good.
00:04:37You're a good chef.
00:04:39Is that supposed to be a compliment?
00:04:41We both know how terrible I cook.
00:04:43It's true.
00:04:44No, you're just being mean.
00:04:46Remember the first day we cooked dinner together?
00:04:49We almost burned it.
00:04:51We had fun.
00:04:52Yeah, we did have fun.
00:04:54It was a lot of fun.
00:04:55It looks like we're actually married now.
00:04:58I know, right?
00:04:59We're husband and wife.
00:05:01Right.
00:05:02Who would have thought a girl under the snow would end up to be my beautiful wife?
00:05:09And cooking burnt dinners.
00:05:11Yeah, I thought you were just trying to flirt with me and leave.
00:05:16I can't believe that you actually kept up with all my craziness and married me.
00:05:20Well, Mrs. Philip, I guess I have to keep up with your craziness for the rest of my life.
00:05:27Well, I hope you can, Mr. Philip.
00:05:30I will.
00:05:36What about the breakfast?
00:05:38Yeah, let's order in.
00:05:40You're right, I've really got a good game.
00:05:42Okay.
00:05:46How could you do this to me, Jaden?
00:05:48How could you betray us?
00:05:50It's not a big deal, Lila.
00:05:52It's not a big deal?
00:05:54You cheated on me!
00:05:56Look, it's not a big deal.
00:05:59People change.
00:06:00So what?
00:06:01People change and they go to a therapist and they talk about their issues.
00:06:04They don't just go and do it with another woman.
00:06:08I tried. We tried. It didn't work.
00:06:10It was a wake-up call. Just take it.
00:06:12How could you be so insensitive?
00:06:14Everything we had, it means nothing to you?
00:06:17You're putting too much faith in us, okay?
00:06:19I cannot believe you're being so insensitive right now.
00:06:22You are not the man that I married!
00:06:25Stop shouting!
00:06:30I can't believe you did this.
00:06:32You are acting crazy.
00:06:34Call me crazy one more time and see what happens.
00:06:37What happens?
00:06:39Will you go and cheat on me again?
00:06:41Is that what will happen?
00:06:43Maybe I will again. What then?
00:06:45What can you do?
00:06:46Get out!
00:06:47I'm going to leave before I do something bad.
00:06:50Don't come back here again!
00:07:03Again?
00:07:04Jaden, how could you do this to me?
00:07:07First, why are you going through my phone?
00:07:11How is that even your question?
00:07:13How is that even the issue here?
00:07:15I didn't ask you to go through this shit, okay?
00:07:18What are you saying?
00:07:20You're saying that you don't love me anymore?
00:07:23Stop kidding me with that bullshit again, okay?
00:07:26I didn't ask any of this.
00:07:27I gave up everything and I followed you just because I loved you.
00:07:33Solve with this victim card.
00:07:35What victim card?
00:07:37I thought we were a team, Jaden.
00:07:39Look, every time you're pretending you're perfect and you don't make any mistakes,
00:07:45well, everyone has to kiss your ass.
00:07:48When did I ever say that?
00:07:50All I did was fight for you, for us.
00:07:55I didn't ask you for this, okay?
00:07:57You know what?
00:07:59I don't have time for this.
00:08:01I want you to leave.
00:08:04Leave? Leave where?
00:08:06I don't care.
00:08:08Go sleep on the side road for all I care, okay?
00:08:12I found someone else.
00:08:13She's coming over and I love her.
00:08:15You can't stay here tonight.
00:08:17What?
00:08:21Get the fuck out of here!
00:08:23Leave!
00:08:24I can't believe this.
00:08:30I don't love you anymore!
00:08:34Fuck.
00:08:38That's how you met me.
00:08:40Wandering on the street.
00:08:42I was so confused.
00:08:44I had nowhere to go.
00:08:46Nobody to go to.
00:08:49I was just really, really sad.
00:08:53I'm sorry you had to go through all that.
00:08:56Jaden, he kicked me out and he broke my heart.
00:09:00Lila, that's awful.
00:09:02Do you have a place to stay?
00:09:04I have nowhere to go.
00:09:06That's an awful thing to experience.
00:09:09But I bet you're stronger than you think.
00:09:12I'm not strong.
00:09:17I just want to end it all here and now.
00:09:20I can assure you it's just a phase.
00:09:22It'll pass.
00:09:23You don't even know me.
00:09:25I just told my complete life story to a stranger.
00:09:31I'm not strong.
00:09:32I doubt my sanity now.
00:09:35I know it's quite a peculiar situation you've found yourself in.
00:09:39But you don't have to see it that way.
00:09:41Remember, we're not strangers anymore, okay?
00:09:44Thank you, James.
00:09:45If it wasn't for your help, I'd probably still be on the street.
00:09:48It was just so sudden, you know?
00:09:51I didn't see it coming at all.
00:09:53Well, look, Lila.
00:09:56If you need a place to stay, my apartment has a spare room.
00:10:00You can stay there until you figure things out.
00:10:02Are you sure?
00:10:04But I have no money to pay you rent.
00:10:07So you don't see it as a burden.
00:10:09How about this?
00:10:10I own a little restaurant.
00:10:11You can work there until you gain ground.
00:10:14My customers tip reasonably, too.
00:10:17Thank you, James.
00:10:18I really appreciate it.
00:10:20You'll love to be at the restaurant.
00:10:23I'm sure I will.
00:10:26Wow.
00:10:28James, you did tell me this restaurant is pretty much like a palace.
00:10:32Well, I like to keep things classy.
00:10:34Come on, let's take you to the baritone.
00:10:37This is where the art of tasting good food is preserved.
00:10:41Wow.
00:10:42Impressive.
00:10:43Look at this interior.
00:10:45And the heart of this whole operation is the kitchen.
00:10:50It's so clean in here.
00:10:51I love it.
00:10:52Everybody is so hardworking.
00:10:54Yeah, the folks in my family, we work hard, but we play even harder.
00:11:00Come on, let's have a seat.
00:11:06And here are the friendly faces that make sure our guests have a wonderful experience.
00:11:12Everybody's so nice.
00:11:14Yeah, we strive for excellence, both in the kitchen and in the decor.
00:11:17I'm very glad you think so, too.
00:11:20Who would have thought?
00:11:21James, you put a lot of thought into this.
00:11:23Yeah, I mean, I just thought about it, right?
00:11:25The one thing that people continue to do throughout their lives is eat.
00:11:29So I invested all my time and money, and here we are now.
00:11:33So, Lila, you can either work the morning shifts or the evening shifts.
00:11:37There will be a lunch break, dinner break, depending on which shifts you work.
00:11:41And your tips are yours to keep.
00:11:43And sometimes you'll make a little bit extra, depending on how much sales we make every day.
00:11:48Any questions? Anything else you'd like to know?
00:11:50Yeah, I was actually wondering if I can work both day shifts and night shifts.
00:11:56I mean, I just need somebody to occupy my days to just keep my mind off things, you know?
00:12:02Yeah, seriously, I thought you were going to ask me where the ladies' room was.
00:12:05Absolutely, you can, but don't hurt yourself.
00:12:08Don't get crushed under the weight of your own problems, okay?
00:12:11Thank you, James. Thanks for everything.
00:12:18She's everything I never was and will continue to be.
00:12:21Maybe we're not meant to be for each other. People change.
00:12:25Stop with this victim card!
00:12:27Yeah, well, you're better than the rest of us.
00:12:30I didn't do any of that. How could he do this to me?
00:12:34And for what? He just thinks that he is the best thing that ever existed.
00:12:39No, I can't let him get away with this.
00:12:42He's going to pay for everything.
00:12:45Come on, Lila, who are you kidding?
00:12:48What can you do?
00:12:51He has a new woman, a good job, a house, a good life.
00:12:56And you? You have nothing.
00:12:59I'm just going to end it all right here.
00:13:02I just want this pain to end.
00:13:06Open this door! I'm going to break it down!
00:13:11Don't go crazy in there, alright?
00:13:15I know you're going through a lot right now, but you don't have to hurt yourself.
00:13:19I know how strong you are, and you can show him how strong you are.
00:13:23Please, you don't have to do this.
00:13:26He's right. Why do I have to die?
00:13:29I didn't do anything wrong.
00:13:31But I have to make a plan.
00:13:37Step one.
00:13:39Gain power and influence.
00:13:42Step two.
00:13:44Infiltrate his business empire.
00:13:47Find his weaknesses and exploit them.
00:13:52Step three.
00:13:54Bring him to his knees.
00:14:03Good evening, sir. Are you going to explore?
00:14:06Yes, I am. I'll have salmon with a side of asparagus.
00:14:09Certainly. Anything else for you?
00:14:12That's all. You can call me Alex anyway.
00:14:15Unfortunately, we cannot address customers by their names, sir.
00:14:20You know I'm a regular at this place.
00:14:22I think it's the first time I see a beauty like you here.
00:14:25First, thank you for the compliment.
00:14:28Second, I really shouldn't be talking this long.
00:14:31And third, I've been working here for a while and I haven't seen you either.
00:14:35Always aware of my business trip.
00:14:37It's okay. You can ask James. He's a friend of mine, too.
00:14:40Alex!
00:14:45Nice to meet you.
00:14:46How was everything?
00:14:47It was good. It was good.
00:14:49My trip, everything was fine.
00:14:51Somebody's got to take care of the business.
00:14:54Did you employ this exceptional beauty?
00:14:56It's the first time I see her.
00:14:58Lana? She's a good friend of mine. She won't be here for long.
00:15:02She's just here because of a rather peculiar situation she's found herself in.
00:15:08Your asparagus and salmon choice, sir.
00:15:13Can you introduce us, please?
00:15:15Sorry. Where are my manners?
00:15:17Alex? Lila? Lila? Alex?
00:15:20Nice to meet you, Lana.
00:15:22I have a feeling we may become very close friends.
00:15:26I've got to take care of something in the kitchen.
00:15:29Thank you, James, for your kind words.
00:15:31It really means the world to me.
00:15:33You're a natural, Evelyn. The customers love you.
00:15:36And I'm very happy to have you at the restaurant.
00:15:39The staff, they're just so nice.
00:15:42They always help me and show me around. It's incredible.
00:15:46I mean, really, I can't thank you enough.
00:15:48You're housing me. You're feeding me.
00:15:50If it wasn't for you, I'd probably be dead by now.
00:15:53Thank you so much.
00:15:56If it wasn't for you, I'd probably be dead by now.
00:15:59Don't say that, Lila.
00:16:01You can and will get your life back on track. I know it.
00:16:06Thank you, James.
00:16:08Don't mention it.
00:16:10You really have to stop thanking me at this point, Lila.
00:16:13I've told you many times, it's nothing.
00:16:16You're smart. You're beautiful.
00:16:18And with or without me, you're going to get your life back on track soon.
00:16:22It means the world to me.
00:16:24You're basically like my family now, since I have none.
00:16:27I told you.
00:16:29Don't mention it.
00:16:31But if you insist, I guess you could call me big brother?
00:16:36Speaking of good luck charm, Alexander.
00:16:40It's been a while since I've seen him.
00:16:43Loyal customer now.
00:16:45Yeah, Alexander. Who is he exactly?
00:16:49He's a wealthy businessman.
00:16:51A well-known city elite.
00:16:54We became friends after he came to my restaurant so frequently.
00:16:59Well, I'm very happy that you got to see him again.
00:17:02What does he do exactly?
00:17:04He has multiple different business ventures and quite successful at that.
00:17:10Interesting. Do you think he could get me a job?
00:17:13I guess there's only one way to know.
00:17:16You'll just have to ask him yourself and see.
00:17:18Thanks, brother.
00:17:20Let's see what Alexander can do.
00:17:26You know, I found out something.
00:17:30Someone told me that he ran into Lila at the restaurant.
00:17:34Lila? The ex-wife?
00:17:36Yeah, and she's working there as a waitress. Can you imagine that?
00:17:41Well, people gotta do what they gotta do. It's a bit hard out there, isn't it?
00:17:45You're too kind, baby, but you don't know the best part.
00:17:49She's a total mess.
00:17:51I mean, I kind of did her a favor by putting her out of my life.
00:17:55Why are you mentioning your ex-wife to me?
00:17:58Isn't that a little bit disrespectful?
00:18:01I thought maybe you should just know what you're dealing with.
00:18:05Well, I don't know why you're complaining. You married her.
00:18:08So why don't you go figure it out?
00:18:10Just so you know, she is nothing comparing to you.
00:18:15You have nothing to worry about.
00:18:17Well, if you have nothing to hide, why don't you get her address from your little friend and we'll go and say hi.
00:18:24Don't speak like that. Why would I do that? I love you to pieces.
00:18:28If anything, I've let her go because of you. For you, actually.
00:18:33Okay? I would do anything for you.
00:18:36Why do you make it sound like you did me a favor?
00:18:38It's nothing like that, okay?
00:18:41If anything, I'm the luckiest guy for having you, okay?
00:18:46I would do anything for you.
00:18:49You know that! You're playing with me! Oh my god.
00:18:54It's not like you have a choice, do you?
00:18:56I don't.
00:18:57No.
00:18:58No.
00:19:02Here is your salmon with grilled asparagus, just as you like it, sir.
00:19:07Thank you, Lila. Very attentive.
00:19:10Care to join me for a moment?
00:19:12I can't. I'm working and it's against the rules.
00:19:17I'm sure James wouldn't mind it. I can ask him right now if you want.
00:19:21Sugar?
00:19:22No, no, no. No need. Just for a moment, I guess.
00:19:27Would you like to order something? I am quite a gentleman, but there is no need to share this single plate of meal, isn't it?
00:19:34I'm a little bit uncomfortable. I feel like everybody's working and I'm just lounging around.
00:19:41I understand. How about I ask Jim about giving everybody a lunch break?
00:19:47With meal, of course. Would that make you comfortable?
00:19:50I don't think that's necessary. It's a little bit too much.
00:19:53No, no, no. Not at all. I just hope you will be feeling comfortable now.
00:19:58Yes, thank you.
00:19:59That's nice.
00:20:01So, let's talk about what brought you here. What happened to you? I want to know your story.
00:20:08That is very personal, I'm afraid.
00:20:13Fair enough. Well, what about your plans towards the future?
00:20:20I don't normally share my plans with strangers.
00:20:24They're quite interesting. You do have ambitions and you know how to keep your secrets.
00:20:30I like that. That adds a mystery.
00:20:34I guess.
00:20:36I know, Jim. You wouldn't tell me anything about you. So, I only ask myself. Sorry for the pressure.
00:20:43In case if it's not obvious enough, I do like you, Lila.
00:20:54James, I hope you don't mind but I had to borrow Lila for a moment.
00:20:57What do you mean you borrowed her? She's a human adult with a mind of her own.
00:21:01Except you did take her during working hours though.
00:21:03She didn't even want to sit with me until I mentioned your name.
00:21:06And only then she agreed to please give all your workers free meal and a lunch break.
00:21:11That was the only condition she felt comfortable with sitting with me here.
00:21:15Lila must be a good luck charm or something. Thank you, Alex.
00:21:20Not a big deal. It's just something mysterious about Lila. You know, I can't really figure her out.
00:21:28Yeah, I mean, Lila, she's been through a lot. And she's a private person. Be careful not to pry too much.
00:21:38Why not? I find mystery intriguing.
00:21:42Because, my friend, some mysteries are better left unsolved. And you never know what you might uncover.
00:21:49Well, what is she? A secret drug lord? An assassin killer? A spy?
00:21:54I highly doubt that. But seriously, she's a private person. And she's been through a lot.
00:22:01But I already told her I like her.
00:22:03What'd she say?
00:22:05She didn't really reply to me.
00:22:08Just take it slow, Alex. You barely know anything about her.
00:22:12Yeah.
00:22:14You know, as the time goes by, I eventually will. Won't I?
00:22:19Yeah, we'll just have to see, won't we?
00:22:22Yeah.
00:22:24I have to apologize in advance, James. I might be stealing your good luck charm from you.
00:22:36Alexander. He might be the key, but how do I let him help me?
00:22:44I need to find out more about him. Our next meeting is crucial.
00:22:49I need to play my cards right.
00:22:54Is he the key out of my misery?
00:22:57I refuse to believe that he's just a coincidence.
00:23:00Can't be.
00:23:04Thank you, universe.
00:23:06Step one, getting closer to it.
00:23:09Jaden, you thought you could break me, but I'm coming for you.
00:23:13Thanks to Alexander, I'm one step closer.
00:23:16You won't even see it coming. You and your mistress will crumble.
00:23:22Just like you did to my dreams. Our dreams.
00:23:27Little do you know, you just created a stronger version of Lila.
00:23:34That will haunt you every step of the way.
00:23:40It's time to take control of my destiny.
00:23:43There's no more being a victim. There's no more tears.
00:23:48I will rebuild what you destroyed, Jaden.
00:23:53And I'll make you pay every step of the way.
00:23:57I'll dance in the shadows. I'll play the game.
00:24:01And when the time is right, I will strike.
00:24:08You have no chance.
00:24:10You have no place being happy.
00:24:14Just as you've taken everything I have away from me, I will do the same to you.
00:24:19You won't even know what will hit you, Jaden. It'll just happen.
00:24:24You won't even know what will fall.
00:24:32This city will witness my transformation, Jaden.
00:24:36You won't even recognize the woman who once loved you.
00:24:40The tables have turned.
00:24:43And I have all the cards.
00:24:52Here you go, Alex.
00:24:53Thank you, Lila.
00:24:55Is everything okay?
00:24:57Please take a seat. We need to talk.
00:25:00Alright.
00:25:02What's on your mind?
00:25:04I want to know more about you. You're a star.
00:25:09As I've told you before, my story is a personal matter.
00:25:14You don't have to worry about anything. It's not like I'm on the run or anything.
00:25:19I know you're not ready to share your story yet.
00:25:21How about you just go with me?
00:25:24And work as my secretary. Leave this place behind.
00:25:28What makes you think that I'd be interested working for you?
00:25:32Or being your mistress?
00:25:34You're just wasting your talent here.
00:25:37I can give you another life.
00:25:39A life of luxury.
00:25:43Alright.
00:25:45What about James?
00:25:47I can't just leave him. He's done a lot for me.
00:25:49Yeah, that's true.
00:25:51But I'm sure he won't mind it.
00:25:53He's a nice guy.
00:25:55An adult man and woman can decide to be together.
00:25:58As partners, I suppose.
00:26:00Okay.
00:26:02I'll let him know.
00:26:03I'll come work for you.
00:26:05But do you trust me?
00:26:06Sure, I do.
00:26:09Hey, Amanda. Everything alright?
00:26:12Yeah, what's up?
00:26:14You know you don't have to go, right? You can stay.
00:26:17Thank you, James. But I really don't have much of a choice.
00:26:21You're just leaving what you really want?
00:26:23I mean, the restaurant is doing nice and you're a crucial part of the team.
00:26:29I'm sure.
00:26:30I have to put pieces of my life back together.
00:26:33Yeah, I understand.
00:26:34Big Bro will be here if you need anything.
00:26:37Thank you so much, James. I mean, Big Bro.
00:26:41You're literally like my family now.
00:26:43I just can't thank you enough.
00:26:47Hello, James.
00:26:48Alex.
00:26:50Take good care of your bro, alright?
00:26:51Don't worry. I'm going to treat her well.
00:26:54Hello, pretty lady. Ready to go?
00:26:57I'm ready.
00:26:59Consider this my apology.
00:27:02I'm ready. Consider this my official resignation.
00:27:06And whenever it snows, I'll think again.
00:27:09Anytime.
00:27:15Now, off you go before I change my mind. Quick! Quick!
00:27:32Welcome to your new home, Lila.
00:27:35Wow. This is incredible.
00:27:38It is not bad, you know. Give me a hand.
00:27:43Here are the keys to both your apartment and the car downstairs. Consider it the symbol of love.
00:27:50Your love?
00:27:52Yes, Lila. Take a seat.
00:27:55I own a very successful business.
00:27:58And it comes with a lot of responsibilities.
00:28:00And it comes with a lot of responsibilities and, unfortunately, a lack of trust in the people around me.
00:28:05What do you mean?
00:28:07I mean, I need someone who I can trust. Someone discreet.
00:28:11That's where exactly you come on stage.
00:28:14Me? What do you want me to do?
00:28:17I need you to become my eyes and ears.
00:28:20There is something suspicious going on and I want you to track it for me.
00:28:24You want me to keep records for you?
00:28:27Exactly. I need someone who can mingle with myself and find out all the secrets.
00:28:33And that's going to be you.
00:28:35Me? But, like, what makes you think that I can do this?
00:28:38Good question. Let's just say I see something inside of you.
00:28:42Not just strength, but also determination. And I like it. I really believe you can do this.
00:28:48Well, I'll try and do my best.
00:28:50What?
00:28:55Well, business calls. We'll talk more about it later.
00:28:59First, get yourself comfortable. It's your new home.
00:29:02Alexander, what makes you think that I can do this?
00:29:05I literally have no experience in the corporate world and I...
00:29:09You know, for the person like me, it's very important to read people.
00:29:13Even though I don't know your story, but I can see you within my trust.
00:29:18And I see you can handle this.
00:29:20I don't know if it's fate or something, but I think that's the whole point why I met you at the gym's place.
00:29:25You can help me.
00:29:27On the other hand, I would be very happy to spoil a woman I like.
00:29:32Get yourself comfortable.
00:29:39Welcome to the heart of my business, Lila.
00:29:42You'll be working here as a secretary.
00:29:44But your real work will be underground, keeping an eye on any shady doings.
00:29:50I understand. I'll do my best.
00:29:53There is the money laundering shit that worries me a lot.
00:29:57Unfortunately, it looks like it's been going on quite a while now.
00:30:00So your first task will be finding out what's going on and reporting it to me.
00:30:04Whatever it is, just inform me.
00:30:06Understood.
00:30:08Now, Lila.
00:30:10Should we talk about some...
00:30:13Some deeper layers?
00:30:15And those deeper layers are?
00:30:18You know already now that I like you and admire you as a woman.
00:30:22Really.
00:30:24And I want you to be my woman.
00:30:26But I'm not forcing you.
00:30:28Come to me whenever you're ready.
00:30:30I'm not rushing.
00:30:32I understand what is needed of me professionally.
00:30:35And I'll make sure to deliver beyond that.
00:30:38But I cannot be your woman.
00:30:40I mean, you don't even know me.
00:30:42You don't know my story. You don't know where I came from.
00:30:44I want to know your love.
00:30:45See, if you let me,
00:30:47I want to shake everything that I have, okay?
00:30:50You can't help me with anything.
00:30:52So for now, let me help you with your business.
00:30:57I'm going to be your eyes and ears in this company
00:31:00and I'll make sure to tell you about anything shady that's going on.
00:31:03Deal?
00:31:06Alright.
00:31:10I'll give you the access to all the records so you can get the information.
00:31:14But the information is power.
00:31:17So be careful with it.
00:31:19Oh, and by the way,
00:31:21could we keep the fact that we live together away from the staff?
00:31:25I want them to trust me.
00:31:27You know, I don't want them to think that I got this job just because of you,
00:31:31which is true.
00:31:33I just want them to respect me.
00:31:35Sure. And I do respect your opinion.
00:31:53Step one, in motion.
00:32:00Yes?
00:32:02Hi. I got a job for you. Are you up for it?
00:32:05Depends on the job.
00:32:07I want you to follow someone.
00:32:09I want you to report everything she does,
00:32:12where she goes, what she eats, who she hangs out with.
00:32:15Every little detail.
00:32:17That's a heavy task. Are you sure about this?
00:32:21I'm sure.
00:32:23If you can do your part, I'm ready to pay you very handsomely.
00:32:26Just don't get caught.
00:32:28Of course I can.
00:32:30Give me the details. I need to know.
00:32:32I'll send it to you via text.
00:32:34Her address, everything.
00:32:35Follow her discreetly.
00:32:37Do not get caught, as I already said.
00:32:39I want to know everything she does, every single move.
00:32:44That's a problem.
00:32:46How much are we talking?
00:32:48Send me your account details.
00:32:50We'll discuss the payment later, once you start working.
00:32:53Alright. Will do.
00:32:55Trust me to get the job done.
00:32:57Wonderful.
00:32:59And if you get me caught,
00:33:01I have nothing to do with this. Got it?
00:33:03Listen, madam.
00:33:05I've been into this line of work for quite a while.
00:33:07I can handle it.
00:33:09I won't get caught.
00:33:11Even if I did,
00:33:13I wouldn't tell a word, are you?
00:33:15I know how to handle this professionally.
00:33:18Perfect.
00:33:19Wait for my email then.
00:33:21I'll send you everything you need.
00:33:23And pleasure doing business with you.
00:33:25Yes.
00:33:28Step 2 in progress.
00:33:30Step 2 in progress.
00:33:39Come in.
00:33:41Hi. You must be Lila.
00:33:43I'm Dylan, head of HR and Human Resources here.
00:33:45It's a pleasure to meet you.
00:33:47Pleasure to meet you too.
00:33:49You are a lot prettier in person than your photo.
00:33:52My photo?
00:33:54Yes. The one on your resume.
00:33:56It's a beautiful photo.
00:33:58A headshot.
00:34:00But you're stunning.
00:34:02Thank you. I appreciate it.
00:34:04So, if you have any questions around here,
00:34:06or if there's anything you need figured out, I'm here.
00:34:08Oh yeah. Actually, I will be needing your help.
00:34:11I'm just still trying to figure out how things work here.
00:34:14Whatever you need. That's what I'm here for.
00:34:16Yeah. Actually,
00:34:18I will be needing a list of heads of finance and accountants
00:34:22for the past year following Mr. Alexander's directions.
00:34:25That might be a little difficult and kind of tricky.
00:34:29But I'll see what I can put together for you.
00:34:31Is there something wrong or something you need to look at specifically?
00:34:37Oh, no, no, no. It's just purely for my own records.
00:34:41Just making a list here.
00:34:43Okay. Well, that's right. That's good.
00:34:45Hey, so, have you heard about missing funds by chance?
00:34:50How do you know that?
00:34:52That's confidential.
00:34:54So, I guess it is true.
00:34:59You're welcome.
00:35:03Hello there. Welcome to our restaurant.
00:35:06We're delighted to have you over to have you today.
00:35:09Roy, we checked your menu online and we made reservations.
00:35:12Check your computer and bring us what we ordered.
00:35:14All right. Your food will be ready in five minutes.
00:35:16Will you be having anything else?
00:35:18Yes. Well, we're looking for someone.
00:35:21A waitress named Lila?
00:35:23Lila, you say?
00:35:25Unfortunately, we don't have anyone on our staff going by that name.
00:35:29Well, a friend of mine told me there will be a girl working here named Lila.
00:35:34I'm quite certain there's no one named Lila on our staff.
00:35:38Well, maybe she's ashamed of working here. Maybe she's going by a different name.
00:35:42No, sir. We haven't employed any new staff for a while now.
00:35:46And I'm offended that you think what we do here is worthless.
00:35:49Well, thank you.
00:35:51Maybe I got the wrong place.
00:35:53You said she would be here soon. Where is she?
00:35:55Baby, we heard the man. Maybe she doesn't work here anymore.
00:35:58You're right. She really is good for nothing, isn't she?
00:36:02Right.
00:36:14Something isn't right. These transactions, they're not in the books.
00:36:25Dylan, do you have a moment?
00:36:27Of course. What's going on?
00:36:29I've stumbled across some really suspicious transactions within the company.
00:36:33Do you know anything about it?
00:36:35Where did you get your hands on this?
00:36:37I found them.
00:36:39Seems like someone or a group of people are diverting large sums of money away from the company.
00:36:45This is serious. We need to tread carefully.
00:36:48I can help you investigate, and we just have to keep low.
00:36:53We just have to keep low. We can't be suspicious about this.
00:36:56I know. We have to find out who those people are and fast.
00:36:59I can try looking into this and getting more info.
00:37:02And Intel, I am the head of HR.
00:37:04But I need you to promise me that we will not tell anyone about this.
00:37:09Why not? I thought you wanted a promotion.
00:37:12You don't understand. This is dangerous.
00:37:15I could be in so much danger for just looking into this.
00:37:18Why? What do you have on those people?
00:37:20When I started investigating, I was just one person.
00:37:23And I figured out there was four people behind this.
00:37:26And I couldn't do anything.
00:37:28There are four of the head departments.
00:37:30I needed to tread carefully.
00:37:32How did you find out about this?
00:37:34I found a payroll slip with four names from people in different departments that don't exist.
00:37:40What?
00:37:47Hello?
00:37:49Hey, it's me.
00:37:51I'm calling to report what happened to Jaden this morning.
00:37:54Good job.
00:37:56Continue to keep trail on her. Follow her every single step.
00:38:00No. Even for a second.
00:38:02I got money worth. It's only half of it.
00:38:05You'll get the other half when I say so.
00:38:07Wait. No games though.
00:38:09I can always find you just like I'm doing to that woman now.
00:38:13Don't worry. We have a deal.
00:38:15I always keep my promises.
00:38:19Hi, James. How's it going? How's the restaurant?
00:38:22Hey, Lila. Just checking in. How's everything going?
00:38:26Good. It's a little bit different than my waitressing days, that's for sure.
00:38:30That's good to hear. We miss it at the restaurant, but I understand it's all for the better.
00:38:34Listen, I had an unusual visitor at the restaurant today.
00:38:37Some guy was asking about you. It felt strange.
00:38:40Really? Who was it?
00:38:42No, he didn't say. He just said he wanted to see you.
00:38:44Really? Who was it?
00:38:46No, he didn't say. He just said he wanted to see you. And he was with a woman too.
00:38:50That's weird. Did he say his name?
00:38:54He didn't say anything in particular.
00:38:56Just that he wanted to see you because he heard you with his waitress there.
00:39:00Must be one of my admirers.
00:39:03So many people used to tell me that I looked pretty before.
00:39:06I thought so too. That you sounded like he knew you. Like he knows you.
00:39:10Strange. Don't worry about it though. I'm sure it's nothing.
00:39:13Liza, please be careful. You never know who might show up.
00:39:16Don't worry, James. I'm going to be just fine.
00:39:20If you ever get into trouble, give me a call, okay?
00:39:23Alright. Good night, James.
00:39:31Who was that?
00:39:33Oh, it was just James. He was calling to see how I was doing working as a secretary.
00:39:37Nothing to worry about.
00:39:39Okay.
00:39:41Yeah.
00:39:43Alexander, spill the beans. How did you manage all of this? It's really impressive.
00:39:49It's a combination of things, Lila. Knowing the right people, networking, being in a circle of influence,
00:39:55and of course, knowing what needs to be done.
00:39:58But the most important thing in the business world, not just knowing the right people,
00:40:03but to know how to make them useful for yourself.
00:40:05How do you make people useful for yourself?
00:40:08That's actually a good question.
00:40:11I don't think I can explain. There's a psychology trick that comes with it.
00:40:16You need to know how to make people do what you want, and how to make them go in peace.
00:40:22You need to need them.
00:40:24How to use people. How to use people.
00:40:28So Jaden used me. He used me, and then disposed of me when I wasn't needed.
00:40:34And then disposed of me when I wasn't available to be trapped on anymore.
00:40:38Now I understand.
00:40:40Sounds like a winning formula. I'd love to get into that more.
00:40:43Just remember, Lila, it all starts with people.
00:40:46Knowing the right people will open the doors you never thought possible.
00:40:50Social networks are powerful tools.
00:40:53So that's the key. I'll make sure to use your advice.
00:40:57You will never regret it.
00:41:00I know you do.
00:41:01And I'm sorry that I can't love you back, Alex.
00:41:04You're a good man.
00:41:06You will, eventually, Lila.
00:41:10You'll see.
00:41:15Hola, Lila.
00:41:17You speak Spanish too?
00:41:19I do. You know, I know we just work together, but we can be friends, no?
00:41:25Friends? I don't do friends. I'm going to be just fine on my own.
00:41:31Okay, since you're here, do you remember you were telling me about people that actually don't exist on the payroll?
00:41:38Shh, please. You can't talk about that here.
00:41:42Why?
00:41:44You don't know who's working for whom.
00:41:46Alright, but can you elaborate?
00:41:48So, the heads of the department put a list together with names that go straight into their private accounts.
00:41:55These names have job descriptions that don't exist in the company.
00:41:59They do this so that all of the money goes into the private account.
00:42:04The heads of the department get away with this because they're all working together.
00:42:08Do you remember the list that I made last week?
00:42:11Yeah. What about it?
00:42:14I made it, and I put it in for Alexander to see.
00:42:18Then, nothing happened, so I let it pass.
00:42:21Dylan, that's a massive gap between the actual income and what's submitted for audit.
00:42:26How did you uncover this?
00:42:27I've known for a while now, but I needed to just let it pass or my supervisors would have fired me.
00:42:34I didn't have a choice.
00:42:36So, you were aware about this wrong going all along?
00:42:39Yes, I've known, but my hands are tied. I needed to get concrete evidence before I could do anything.
00:42:45Thank you for being honest with me, Dylan.
00:42:48For now, we need to dig deeper and gather evidence against those involved, and then we can bring them down.
00:42:57Alexander, we have a serious issue.
00:43:00There are significant financial discrepancies within the company, involving key individuals.
00:43:19Alexander, I was thinking,
00:43:22what if we collaborate on a business venture together?
00:43:25With your expertise and my determination, it's like a perfect combination.
00:43:31I must admit, Lala, your drive is admirable.
00:43:35What do you have in mind?
00:43:37I was observing your industry very closely.
00:43:40There are rumours of a groundbreaking project, and if we played our cards right, it might be ours.
00:43:46What do you know about our business?
00:43:48Let's just say that I have a very keen instinct on business.
00:43:56Together, we'll succeed.
00:44:01You know how to be convincing.
00:44:04But these matters are extremely sensitive.
00:44:08Millions of dollars are at play there.
00:44:11How do I know I can trust you?
00:44:13Trust is to be earned, I do realize that.
00:44:16I propose a mutually beneficial arrangement.
00:44:20You make me the major shareholder of the company,
00:44:23and I make sure that all your interests are secured.
00:44:28We either rise or fall together.
00:44:31What's in it for you?
00:44:33A chance to prove myself, of course.
00:44:34And an opportunity to be a part of something bigger.
00:44:37I took out the thieves out of your company, remember?
00:44:40They were stealing money right under your nose.
00:44:43But I did learn something from you.
00:44:45You have to use the people to get to the top.
00:44:49And this is what I'm planning to do, for both me and you.
00:44:52It's not only about you.
00:44:54Yeah.
00:44:56Alright, Lala.
00:44:58Let's do this.
00:45:00You've proven to be very capable,
00:45:02and I have a feeling that you will do this again.
00:45:06I was right about you.
00:45:08There is something.
00:45:10But I didn't figure it out.
00:45:15Yet.
00:45:17Then I'll leave it to you to figure.
00:45:22I'm sorry.
00:45:24I'm sorry.
00:45:26I'm sorry.
00:45:28I'm sorry.
00:45:29I'm sorry.
00:45:38Alexander.
00:45:40Lala.
00:45:42I have a proposal to make that will benefit your company.
00:45:45And what could that be?
00:45:47There's an application that I came across.
00:45:49This person, if hired, will do great good for your company.
00:45:53And in fact, I think he should be promoted to Head of Finance.
00:45:56Where's this Chaden guy? What makes him special?
00:46:00Oh, he came highly recommended by a previous employer.
00:46:03I think a person like him will be a very valuable addition to the team.
00:46:08I still need more assurance, Myla. What makes you think he's the guy?
00:46:13As I said before, he is very professional and he's very qualified. A person like that will be an amazing ally.
00:46:23Alright.
00:46:26If you believe in his capabilities, then speak to Dylan, personal administrator.
00:46:31If Dylan approves, then so be it.
00:46:34Thank you, Alexander. I make sure this benefits all of us.
00:46:38I hope so.
00:46:40Dylan, I want you to contact this person and tell him that he was recruited by us.
00:46:56You decided to hire him?
00:46:58You know I don't have that much power. Mr. Alexander did.
00:47:02Jaden Phillips?
00:47:04Yeah.
00:47:10James, you are the only one that I can trust this with.
00:47:21I'm orchestrating a plan, slowly moving towards a goal.
00:47:25You're my family now, and that's why I need your help.
00:47:28You are the one who knows the whole story.
00:47:31You were the one helping me out of the snow, out of the loneliness and the despair that he put me through.
00:47:36I thought you bounced back. I thought letting you live with Alex would have taken your mind off of me.
00:47:42Bounce back? James, you don't just bounce back after a man just throws you out in the snow after you decided to spend the rest of your life with him.
00:47:53I understand. I understand.
00:47:56You don't understand! Nobody can understand me, James!
00:48:01The only thing that keeps me going is if he feels the pain that I felt.
00:48:06I need your help. Are you going to help me or not?
00:48:09Yeah, Lila, I'll help you. You're like family to me. I'll help you regardless.
00:48:13Thank you, James.
00:48:15Now you need to move quick. It is very crucial. I'm counting on you.
00:48:20I'll always help you out, Lila. You're family to me.
00:48:23Perfect.
00:48:31Hello.
00:48:32Hey, hello there.
00:48:34You look familiar. Do I know you?
00:48:36Yeah, yeah. I'm the owner of this restaurant and you're a stunning beauty.
00:48:41Oh, thank you.
00:48:47Michelle! I got the job! I got the job! They're giving me a high position in the firm!
00:48:53Oh my god, babe! Amazing! Congratulations! I'm so proud of you!
00:48:58I can't believe it. I left it to luck and, you know, like, I can't believe this is happening to me.
00:49:04I'm so proud of you. It's amazing. You deserve this.
00:49:09I know and it comes with a higher pay and it comes with many other benefits.
00:49:15I can't believe this is happening to me and they're going to make me a head of finance.
00:49:19This is going to be the biggest win for me.
00:49:23You know, ever since you came into my life, you bring me good luck charm.
00:49:28Yes, I think I am your good luck charm.
00:49:31You are. Of course you are. And you know what? Anything you want, I'll give it to you.
00:49:36I would like a Birkin bag.
00:49:39And you should have your Birkin bag.
00:49:41Oh, thanks, honey.
00:49:42Anything for my good luck charm.
00:49:46You're the best, son.
00:49:48I know.
00:49:50Lila, I just sent an email to a Mr. Jaden Phillips. He'll be joining us real soon.
00:49:55Thank you, Dylan. I appreciate your efficiency. I'm sure Mr. Jaden will be a perfect addition to our team.
00:50:08Cheers!
00:50:11Alex, our joint venture could be revolutionary.
00:50:16I'll handle the majority of work and you just check in from time to time.
00:50:20Majority of work? What makes you think you should be having a major cut compared to mine?
00:50:28Darling, must I remind you how I unrevealed all the thefts in your company?
00:50:36I just have a talent for this kind of thing. For discovering secrets and all the rest.
00:50:44Not even taking a break until you get what you want, aren't you?
00:50:47But why not just become my wife? You can still have all of this. But you don't need to work so hard.
00:50:53Oh, Alexander, you do realize that marriage comes with its own complications, right?
00:51:00I just want to keep things interesting. And besides, the power dynamic is way more thrilling like this.
00:51:07Alright, Lila. Once again, you've proven yourself to be smart and good with management. The company is yours.
00:51:15You won't regret this. I can bring this company to great heights. I just can feel it.
00:51:22I always knew there was something about you. Was it just charisma? I'm not sure.
00:51:28Though I still know nothing about your past. Who exactly are you?
00:51:33Patience, my friend. Patience. Time is not right yet. When the time is right, you will know everything.
00:51:42You still have a lot of secrets. Your mystery keeps attracting me every day to you.
00:51:49A woman with secret and confidence will never cease to amaze me.
00:51:54That's exactly who I am. A woman with a lot of secrets.
00:52:03Hello?
00:52:05Here comes the data report.
00:52:10It's not special. And that's all she did today.
00:52:14Thank you for your efforts. You've done a good job. Find out where she's going next.
00:52:19I need to add where she's going next. I need something important to arrange.
00:52:23I need to know where she's going tomorrow night. Just report to me before then.
00:52:27Got it. What about...
00:52:29Listen, just check your phone. I transferred you the rest of the payment already.
00:52:34Now go do your job that I paid you for.
00:52:49Okay.
00:52:55Hey, Lila. What's up?
00:52:56Hey, James. I'll need you to make a surprise visit tomorrow.
00:53:00You don't mean...
00:53:01Time?
00:53:02I need you to make her fall for you and hard.
00:53:06Should we really be doing this?
00:53:08James, are you with me or not? You know that I'm doing this. With or without you.
00:53:13Does Alex know about any of this?
00:53:15Unless you tell him about it, there's no way of him knowing.
00:53:18I don't even answer phone calls near him.
00:53:21Do you think any of this is fair to him?
00:53:26There is literally no turning back.
00:53:28I'm about to close a deal and Alex is going to make me a major shareholder.
00:53:32I'm doing this. Alex was the one who told me that I should use people to get what I want.
00:53:37So all I'm doing is following his advice.
00:53:40My revenge is this close, okay? So I'm going to do it.
00:53:44Regardless, are you with me or are you not?
00:53:49I'm on your side, Lila.
00:53:51Perfect.
00:53:56Step three.
00:54:01Lila, Blake and Maggie. Have a seat.
00:54:03Have a seat.
00:54:08What's up, Alexander? Is there anything important you want to talk about?
00:54:12Yes, there is.
00:54:14We are ready for business venture.
00:54:18But there is a catch.
00:54:20What's the catch?
00:54:21The catch, my dear, is you.
00:54:24I need you to oversee things better for a while.
00:54:27The benefits of being a shareholder?
00:54:29Well, you're lucky that you made me one.
00:54:31Because now I can overlook business while you're away juggling your other ventures.
00:54:35Good. I really trust in you.
00:54:38But, Lila, you need to be very careful.
00:54:41Because I invested too much into this.
00:54:43If it doesn't work out, it may be over for us.
00:54:48Don't worry, Alexander.
00:54:49I wouldn't have agreed if I wasn't sure of the potential of this new business.
00:54:55Good. That's good.
00:54:56On the other hand, the guy you recommended for the head of finance, Jaden, is ready to start.
00:55:02Really?
00:55:04Yes. I wanted to introduce him before we team.
00:55:09But he will be on a business trip when he comes.
00:55:12Well, I guess we could be introduced personally once I'm back.
00:55:17Look, his resume is wonderful.
00:55:19And I recommended him to you.
00:55:21So I'm sure he will be a great addition to the team and work as hard as I have been.
00:55:26Yes.
00:55:28One more thing.
00:55:29I need somebody to keep an eye on everything that's going on here.
00:55:34Do you have somebody to recommend?
00:55:36Dylan is the perfect person for that.
00:55:38I'll delegate it to him.
00:55:40Sure.
00:55:41Anything else?
00:55:42No.
00:55:44Thank you, sir.
00:55:52Step by step, Jaden.
00:55:53I'll give you everything you've ever dreamed of and more.
00:55:56And then I'll just take it all away from you overnight.
00:55:59I'm going to ruin your life.
00:56:07Hey, Dylan. Are you at the office right now?
00:56:10Oh, cool. I'll be right there.
00:56:18Oh, hey.
00:56:19It's you. What are you doing here?
00:56:21Can't a man get some downtime around here?
00:56:24I'm not speculating. I just, um...
00:56:26I thought it was quite a nice coincidence for us to bump into each other.
00:56:29Want to grab lunch?
00:56:30Yeah, I'd love to.
00:56:35So, Michelle. Tell me about yourself.
00:56:38There's not really much to tell, honestly.
00:56:40Um, I grew up in a little town in Kansas and...
00:56:44I graduated from SNU.
00:56:46Living a pretty regular life so far.
00:56:48How about you?
00:56:49Well, I'm from Minnesota and I grew up in Canada.
00:56:54I don't have any hobbies because I've got a restaurant to run.
00:56:57No way!
00:56:58Why are you so surprised?
00:57:00You seem like an all-rounder. I can't imagine you wouldn't have any hobbies.
00:57:06Well, I guess we could find out what you enjoy.
00:57:11But first, let's eat.
00:57:20What's up, Lila? How's it going?
00:57:22Dylan!
00:57:25I need you to do me a favor.
00:57:27When the new head of finance starts, I want you to keep an eye out for him.
00:57:31Just give him a warm welcome, just like you did when I first started.
00:57:34Show him around the office, introduce him to the team. You know the drill.
00:57:39Sure thing. You know it's my job to show the newbies around here.
00:57:42Ask them and see if they need my help when they need it.
00:57:45Got it. Do I mention you?
00:57:48Oh, no, no, no. I want you to personally introduce us when the time is right.
00:57:53As for now, I just want you to keep tabs on him, tell me everything he does.
00:57:59I just want to make sure that he's doing his job right while I'm away, you know?
00:58:05Lila, are you ready for the trip?
00:58:08Yeah, I was just clearing things up with Dylan, making sure he has everything while I'm away.
00:58:13Good. It's crucial that things are running smoothly here while you're gone.
00:58:18Of course. Don't worry about it. I have everything under control.
00:58:21I made sure that everything worked smoothly here while I'm away.
00:58:26And, in fact, I have a trusted ally that will report everything.
00:58:31When I say everything, I mean everything that's going on around here.
00:58:34Really? Who's that?
00:58:37I can't disclose his identity yet. At least not yet.
00:58:42Alright, I understand. I'll be on your way then.
00:58:46As far as things running well here, I trust your judgments.
00:58:55Alexander, I want you to be very, very careful around here.
00:59:00A lot of things can go wrong if you're not on guard.
00:59:04Thanks, Lila.
00:59:05You're welcome.
00:59:12Alex! Long time no see. How's everything?
00:59:19Oh, it's been good. Just wanted to taste my favorite dish and you know there's no better place than here.
00:59:24I thought you abandoned me when you took my little sister away.
00:59:28Don't say that. You're hurting my feelings. You know that's not true. I was just really busy recently.
00:59:33By the way, I'm here right now.
00:59:36Fair enough. How's Lila? Everything okay?
00:59:39Oh yeah, she's doing great. She's been doing wonders in my company.
00:59:42By the way, I'm just amazed at how capable she is.
00:59:45Yeah, I get that, but are you not worried?
00:59:50She's working for you, living with you, but still keeping things casual.
00:59:57Are you worried she's not committing fully?
01:00:00No, I think it's all fine.
01:00:02Maybe it's just not that easy for her to trust when it's the time to open up to somebody,
01:00:08but I can feel that she's working from the heart.
01:00:12I think she wants to do that, not just because she has to do that.
01:00:16Yeah, I get that, but there's more to people than meets the eye.
01:00:20I just hope she doesn't do you wrong.
01:00:23Thank you, James. I'm gonna be fine. Let's enjoy the meal.
01:00:26Exactly how much do you know about her?
01:00:30What do you know about her?
01:00:32To be honest, James, I know nothing about her.
01:00:38She doesn't tell me anything, and that just drives me crazy.
01:00:45But I am trying not to think about that too much, but it's just hard.
01:00:51She's doing really good at my company.
01:00:53She helped me sort out a few issues, including the financial issue there.
01:00:58So, Danny, maybe it's just like you said.
01:01:02She'll open up when she's ready.
01:01:05But until then, do take care of her and stay open-minded.
01:01:13Can you please tell me what exactly happened to her?
01:01:16What's her story, James?
01:01:18It's not my story to tell.
01:01:23Yeah, sure.
01:01:28One down, two to go.
01:01:33You're a strong, independent woman, Lila.
01:01:37You're a queen. You're not gonna let any man mistreat you again.
01:01:41Jaden, he did it first. He broke my heart. He shattered my life into pieces.
01:01:48I'm going to make him face the consequences.
01:01:51Feel the pain that I felt and be as miserable as he made me feel.
01:01:57Ah, Jaden, Jaden.
01:02:01Did you ever love me?
01:02:03Did you ever think of me after we broke up?
01:02:07Or was it all for show?
01:02:15Remember why you're doing this, Lila.
01:02:17Remember what brought you here.
01:02:21You're gonna prove to everybody and to yourself
01:02:24that no matter what life throws at you,
01:02:27you're gonna crawl out of it.
01:02:31How have you been doing?
01:02:33Great. I'm just trying to meditate.
01:02:36Can I have some alone time, please?
01:02:39Yeah, sure. I just, uh, you didn't eat anything today.
01:02:43So I asked the chef to make something special for you. It's downstairs.
01:02:47Cool. I appreciate it.
01:02:49Now, could I have some silence, please?
01:02:57Can I know how you exactly met James?
01:03:00I think I need to know everything, like how, when, and why it happened.
01:03:06What does that have to do with anything?
01:03:08Why are you asking me? That's all I said.
01:03:11I told you, me and James are just friends.
01:03:14I told you, me and James are just friends.
01:03:19I just, I don't feel that it's true.
01:03:24First James saying, I don't have to snooping around,
01:03:27and now you're saying you're just friends.
01:03:31Is something happening between the two of you?
01:03:34Uh, well, if there is, you're gonna find out. Soon.
01:03:45Remember, it's a huge deal. Don't mess it up.
01:03:48I've heard that so many times, Alexander.
01:03:51Why can't you just trust me?
01:03:53If you don't trust me, you could just go instead of me.
01:03:55You know I'm not doubting your competence, right?
01:03:58It's just a huge risk.
01:04:00And I know that.
01:04:02All right. You can handle this.
01:04:15Remember, I believe in you. You can do this.
01:04:19Is everything all right?
01:04:21Yeah, yeah, yeah, it's fine.
01:04:23Yeah, everything's fine. I just need to get going, that's all.
01:04:28I imagine he was caught in snow, James.
01:04:30Every time it snows, you remember him. What happened?
01:04:33Uh, where is this coming from?
01:04:36You didn't answer the question.
01:04:38Look, it's not even worth discussing. It's not a big deal.
01:04:40We just met in the snow. That's all.
01:04:44Look, I really need to get going.
01:04:46I'll call you when I get there, and it's just going to be a few days.
01:04:49All right. Be careful.
01:05:01Something was wrong with your eyes.
01:05:05Something just doesn't feel right.
01:05:08Your gaze is cold.
01:05:10Was it everything like that?
01:05:13I'm just measuring now.
01:05:18I'm not making a mistake.
01:05:23So, Michelle, tell me about yourself.
01:05:26Where did you go to school?
01:05:29I went to Stanford, actually. Great times there.
01:05:33And what about relationships? Have you been married?
01:05:37I was once. It didn't really work out.
01:05:40But then I met Jaden, and we've been together since college.
01:05:45Whenever he needed me, I was there for him.
01:05:48I see.
01:05:50What about you, James? Have you ever been married?
01:05:53No, no. My sole focus has been on the restaurants since I've started it.
01:05:59What about love? Have you ever been in love?
01:06:03Yeah, once. It happened during the snowfall.
01:06:07Oh, tell me more about that.
01:06:10That's not all in the past. Tonight is about us.
01:06:14Oh.
01:06:15Tell me, what do you like to do?
01:06:18I love shopping. It's my therapy.
01:06:22I'm guessing that's why I saw you at the boutique.
01:06:24You're right. It's my favorite thing to do in the whole world.
01:06:28Besides being with me?
01:06:30Oh, James, stop.
01:06:32Ah! What was that? Did you just reject me?
01:06:36Oh, no, I could never.
01:06:40Then let's not waste any more time. Cheers.
01:06:43Cheers.
01:06:55Hello?
01:06:56Check your email. Picture sent.
01:07:00Good job. Keep them coming. We're almost done here.
01:07:05And remember to not get caught.
01:07:08If you raise any suspicions, you're on your own here.
01:07:21Hello?
01:07:22Lila? How was your business trip?
01:07:25Going well.
01:07:28I am confident we will seal the deal and both our names soon.
01:07:32Got rocky at one point, but I managed to get it under control. Eventually.
01:07:37Nice to hear that. Congratulations, Lila. Well done.
01:07:42I, uh, I missed you.
01:07:45How about we grab a late night dinner when you get back?
01:07:48Oh, I missed you too. But I'm kind of tired after the trip.
01:07:54You sound different.
01:07:56It's really hard to recognize the girl who served me a salmon with asparagus at James' place.
01:08:02You are so right. The old Lila is gone.
01:08:08What's exactly your story? What's your past? What happened to you?
01:08:12I need to know everything.
01:08:14All this time, I was trusting you, but now you're just making it too difficult for me to keep trusting you.
01:08:21When you get back, you tell me everything. Everything about yourself.
01:08:27Or, otherwise you're out of my business.
01:08:31Calm down. I'll tell you everything you need to know.
01:08:35Honestly, I'm surprised you lasted this long. I'm really impressed.
01:08:39Yeah, it's just how you said.
01:08:41It must be out of my mind.
01:08:44But, uh, maybe it's just how crazy I am about you.
01:08:48Don't say that. Look, I understand that you're upset, but you need to chill.
01:08:54I have a lot of good news for you.
01:08:57Speaking of good news, I have even bigger things to share with you when I'm back. Alright?
01:09:05I have a lot to discuss when you'll be back.
01:09:08Oh, I didn't mention. This guy, Jayden Phillips, the new head of finance, he just started today.
01:09:17Be careful.
01:09:27Thank you, Mr. Alexander. I am really excited to be here. Thank you for giving me the opportunity.
01:09:34The pleasure is ours, Jayden. The application really caught our eyes. It actually was handpicked by my secretary.
01:09:40Wow, um, thank you. I would like to thank her personally. Do you know where she is?
01:09:46I didn't see her at the front desk when I came in.
01:09:49Well, she is away on a business trip. She'll be back in a few days, very soon.
01:09:54So you can thank her later. She personally recommended you to HR.
01:09:59Wow, I understand.
01:10:01Everything you need to start will be shown to you. I hope we'll get along very well.
01:10:06Thank you, sir. I hope I don't give you any regrets.
01:10:09Nice to hear that, Jayden.
01:10:16Hey there. You must be Jayden. It's Dylan. Nice to meet you.
01:10:19Nice to meet you too, Dylan.
01:10:20They call me the personnel person around here. I'm here to show you the ropes and let you know if you have any questions.
01:10:25I very much appreciate that, man. I hear there's a lot to learn here.
01:10:28No worries. I'm your friend. I got you.
01:10:31So, as head of finance, you're going to be dealing with a lot of documents from other departments.
01:10:37So let me show you the records room.
01:10:40Okay. Thanks, man. I appreciate that.
01:10:42Right this way.
01:10:45Jayden Phillips is here.
01:10:51Hey, Jayden. I'm heading out for a little bit.
01:10:53Again? Mitch, you're going out a lot lately. What's going on?
01:10:57Nothing major. I'm just going to see some friends.
01:11:01Friends? Who are these friends? You've been very secretive lately. You know that? What's really going on?
01:11:06Why do you always have to interrogate me? I do have a life outside this house.
01:11:09I know that. I just want to say hello to your friends.
01:11:12You want to go with me? That's a little bit crazy, no? Or are you just, like, insecure?
01:11:19You're calling me insecure? Huh? Are you gaslighting me? I don't know where you're going every night. Talk about life.
01:11:26What's your problem? We're not even married. Like, you married her, not me. Don't forget that.
01:11:33I won't have you treat me like a housewife.
01:11:36You know I didn't mean that, baby. You know that, right?
01:11:39I won't tolerate you trying to tell me what I can and can't do.
01:11:53Mr. Diligent, I see. Putting us to shame with your work ethic.
01:11:58Nah, man. Just trying to stay on top of things, man.
01:12:01You know, Alex has been keeping an eye on you. Really?
01:12:04Yeah. He's starting to think you're secretly a workaholic.
01:12:07Nah, I'm just trying to keep the ship sailed smoothly, man.
01:12:11I vouched for you, too. I said that you're on top of everything and you're a great guy.
01:12:15Man, that's sweet. I'm just trying to keep the money coming. Man's gotta eat, you know.
01:12:20Of course, you're right there. So, how was your last place of work?
01:12:25Well, there were some minor issues, so I had to leave.
01:12:28Minor issue? Regarding what?
01:12:30Yeah, well, for one, they didn't have a private executive lounge.
01:12:34Ah, okay. Definitely a serious issue.
01:12:37Right, yeah. I know you'll understand.
01:12:39Alright, well, have a good afternoon and if you need anything, please feel free to let me know.
01:12:44Thank you, man. I appreciate it.
01:12:45No problem.
01:12:50There's something fishy about Jaden. I don't think I can trust him.
01:12:54Absolutely, Lila. I'll get back to you as soon as I find anything.
01:12:58When are you coming back to work?
01:13:04James, what's wrong?
01:13:07Michelle, we need to talk.
01:13:09Talk about what?
01:13:11That hug. It was a goodbye.
01:13:14Goodbye? James, what are you talking about?
01:13:17I know you are in a relationship with Jaden and have been living with him all this time.
01:13:25Why does that matter?
01:13:27What matters is that I don't want to be a part of what you and Jaden have going on. I'm done.
01:13:31Done?
01:13:34We can talk about this. Please tell me why.
01:13:37You're living with him, Michelle. I can't top that and honestly, I don't want to.
01:13:42Then why did you go along with all of this? The dating, the conversations?
01:13:47I was ready to leave him and start a new life with you.
01:13:50As to why, you'll find out soon enough.
01:13:53And I'm really honored you're thinking about leaving your man for me, but you don't have to.
01:13:58That's too much, really.
01:14:00James, what are you saying?
01:14:03One thing you can do for me is to leave my restaurant a five-star review.
01:14:07Let's make it a deal for all the free meals so none of us feels bad about this.
01:14:14Let me do this.
01:14:29James, I'm so sorry that I dragged you into this.
01:14:32I know it has nothing to do with you, but you did it all for me.
01:14:36It's okay, Lyle. Thanks to you, I went on a date for the first time in a long time. I felt rusty.
01:14:42Since you're so thankful, how about you swing by the restaurant sometime when you're back?
01:14:46Of course I will.
01:14:48James, I've listened to all the recordings. Thank you for doing this. I know it wasn't easy for you.
01:14:55All I wanted for you was to be happy. I hope you find the closure you need and you deserve a happy life.
01:15:02James, why didn't you say anything about your feelings for me?
01:15:07Some things are just better left unsaid.
01:15:09You're already going through so much and I just wanted you to be happy.
01:15:13That's why I thought it would be best for you to live without a family.
01:15:18Even though I couldn't see through you, all you really cared about was my well-being.
01:15:23You made me feel better about what Jaden has put me through.
01:15:26And I feel so secure when you're around me.
01:15:29James, I'll come see you when I'm back. It's a lot for us to process right now. Good night.
01:15:41Proceed with the last phase.
01:15:43I understand. What's the text?
01:15:45I will send you an email address. Send all the pictures and recordings there.
01:15:51Make sure it's untraceable. And be careful. Got it?
01:15:54I will take care of it. You can count on me.
01:16:00Good morning, Dylan.
01:16:02Lila, you're mistaken about Jaden.
01:16:04His previous employer didn't have anything good to say about him at all.
01:16:08Excellent. Report this directly to Alexander. Let him handle this.
01:16:13Understood. I'll take care of it.
01:16:15Good job. And I'm coming back.
01:16:30Hello?
01:16:35Michelle? What's this?
01:16:38Jaden, I can explain.
01:16:41Explain? These pictures? These recordings? What else is there to explain?
01:16:47I was sitting. You have to let me explain.
01:16:51You played me like a fool, huh?
01:16:53All the hangouts, late night outs that I've asked you about.
01:16:57You always said you just go out with your friends. Is that what it is?
01:17:00You've been cheating on my back?
01:17:03Please, let me explain.
01:17:05I left my wife for you. I left Lila for you.
01:17:10And this is how you repay me? You've cheated on my back?
01:17:14Don't blame me for the failure of your marriage.
01:17:18You decided to let her go. You decided to be unfaithful.
01:17:21And so what if I go and check out another man? It's not like we're married.
01:17:26I have freedom to do whatever it is I desire. So spare me nonsense.
01:17:32Is that all you have to say?
01:17:34What else is there to say? This is not what it looks like.
01:17:38Pack your things and leave. Get out!
01:17:52Alexander, we need to talk.
01:17:56Yes Lila, we should talk.
01:17:59I knew nothing about you, and yet I trusted you.
01:18:03I gave you everything to fall in love with me.
01:18:06But then I looked into your eyes right before you left and I realized I already lost the battle.
01:18:11There's something changed inside.
01:18:13I've been carrying an enormous amount of secrets.
01:18:17And it's been crushing my soul.
01:18:20I was here to talk, Lila. What happened?
01:18:23It's Jaden. He betrayed me, Alexander.
01:18:27He cheated on me. He broke my heart.
01:18:30And he shattered everything that was left of me.
01:18:34I'm pissed.
01:18:39I'm so sorry. It must be incredibly painful.
01:18:43It was. I just can't let it go.
01:18:47I was here to help you. You're not alone. You don't have to carry this alone anymore.
01:18:52You can't help me, Alexander.
01:18:55I know that you're a good man, but I just can't give you what you want of me right now.
01:19:00Until I make Jaden suffer for what he did to me, I will not let go of my past.
01:19:07You don't have to do it that way.
01:19:10This revenge will give you nothing. Just let it go.
01:19:15It's too late. I can't let it go.
01:19:18I already started this journey of revenge, and I will finish it, no matter what.
01:19:23You're better than that. You don't have to do this.
01:19:26And I'm here. I can erase all the pain he caused you.
01:19:29Until I make Jaden Phillips pay, I will not stop.
01:19:36Jaden Phillips? My new head of finance?
01:19:40Yeah. Jaden Phillips. Your new head of finance.
01:19:50Jaden, could you come to my office, please?
01:19:53Yes, right now.
01:19:58Uh, you wanted to see me, sir?
01:20:00Yes, Jaden. And I'd like you to meet someone.
01:20:05Lila! What are you doing here?
01:20:08Hello, Jaden. Surprise, surprise!
01:20:11I'm Alexander's secretary.
01:20:13And a major shareholder for the company's new venture.
01:20:16It was actually I who recommended you for this job.
01:20:19Wait. What? How?
01:20:22Right now, Lila is much more than just a secretary.
01:20:25As you've heard, she's one of the major shareholders of our new company.
01:20:29So you'd better speak to her very carefully.
01:20:32Shareholder? How did that happen?
01:20:35You know what? That's not important. We're here to talk about you.
01:20:38And let's just cut straight to the chase.
01:20:40We found some pretty shady records from your previous employer.
01:20:45Whoa, whoa, whoa. That... How? That's not true.
01:20:50It is true.
01:20:53And now, unfortunately, we will have to let you go.
01:20:57Lila, how did you come here? I thought you were a waitress.
01:21:02It's nothing personal. I'm sorry, but we will be needing your services here.
01:21:08And I trust Lila's judgments.
01:21:11I think now, Jaden, it's just time for you to leave.
01:21:15Oh, and by the way, I heard about your little fight with Michelle.
01:21:18Oh, I'm so sorry about that.
01:21:20You can go now. Get out of here.
01:21:22You're nothing but evil, Lila.
01:21:28He's so funny.
01:21:33Who's there?
01:21:38Your worst nightmare.
01:21:40You. What are you doing here? Huh?
01:21:43Haven't you done enough?
01:21:45Oh, look at you.
01:21:47You're such a mess. I never thought I'd see you like this.
01:21:52Oh, actually, that's a lie.
01:21:54That is all I ever wanted ever since you put me out in the snow all by myself.
01:22:01I wanted to see you suffer.
01:22:04I waited, and I saw you lose everything you love and everyone you love,
01:22:11including that little mistress of yours.
01:22:13Such a shame, though. I didn't think that this would happen so fast.
01:22:18But here we are.
01:22:20You're a bitch.
01:22:23You deserve nothing but betrayal.
01:22:25You always wanted to be the perfect wife, and you made me feel less.
01:22:30Everyone was always saying, Lila, Lila, the perfect one.
01:22:34Wow, is that why you hated me?
01:22:37Because I made you feel less?
01:22:40You are an asshole, and you deserve everything that's happened to you.
01:22:46You're sick, Lila. You're sick.
01:22:49And you're drunk.
01:22:50And pathetic.
01:22:51Oh, I have an idea.
01:22:53Why don't you ask Michelle to come help you with this mess?
01:22:57Oh, sorry, my bad. I forgot she left you.
01:23:01Rot in hell.
01:23:03I'm sure there's enough place for both of us here.
01:23:07Ciao, now.
01:23:19I never thought that we'd be here together like this.
01:23:21Yeah, look at you, Lila. All grown up, and a big shot in the corporate world.
01:23:26Thank you, James. I really appreciate your support.
01:23:29I had nobody to go to when I was left out there in the snow all by myself,
01:23:34and I had nobody to help me.
01:23:36And you helped pick up the pieces of my life.
01:23:39It's alright, Lila. We're a family now.
01:23:42You know I've always admired your intelligence.
01:23:44I'm really glad you're now a part of my business.
01:23:47Alexander, thank you for saying something I didn't say in myself.
01:23:53You helped me a bunch.
01:23:56I understand everything.
01:23:58I hope you will heal from all the pain Jake caused you.
01:24:02Let that be a new chapter in your life, right?
01:24:09Without the both of you, it would have been a totally different story for me.
01:24:14No.
01:24:20That day when I met you under the snow should have been the surest day of my life.
01:24:27I was so sure that we would end up together.
01:24:32If only you'd loved me as much as I did.
01:24:36We would have kids and I'd cook you terrible meals.
01:24:41I used everyone around me to hurt you,
01:24:46but you're still the only one that I've ever loved.
01:24:49And now, we're going to face loneliness for the rest of our lives.
01:24:54They all say that I'm strong, and this is the life that I have to live now.
01:25:03I will find peace.
01:25:10I will find peace.