One Million Dollars For One-Night US SN2025 💟 #shortfilm
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00:00Everything we had, our savings, our family's home.
00:08Help. Please.
00:11Here.
00:15One night, one million. No questions.
00:18You'll do what I say every second.
00:21I lost everything. Our house, our savings.
00:24No, John. You're not going through with this.
00:26If you go through with this, you'll lose me for good.
00:30I'd like you to meet my fiancé.
00:32To be alive and to love.
00:36What did you want?
00:39I want revenge.
00:42This is Olivia. She's a master chef.
00:45Thought she might bring a little spice to our house.
00:49Careful, you're playing a dangerous game.
00:51Oh, I already have so much more than you ever could.
00:54You know what? It's delicious, Mario.
00:57One day you'll know exactly how it feels to live in my shadow.
01:01You dare touch me?
01:03John!
01:27Help. Please.
01:32Here.
01:47Olivia, please hear me out.
01:50Whoever you are, your girlfriend's safe.
01:53Passed out on my couch, but safe.
01:56Wait, who is this? Where's Olivia?
02:01I'll send you the address.
02:03Be here soon, or don't come at all.
02:12Olivia, I thought I could fix it before you found out.
02:15Everything we had.
02:17Our savings. Our family's home.
02:22How could you risk it all on a single investment?
02:24I thought it was our shot.
02:27A chance to finally make something of myself.
02:29Sounds like you two are in a difficult spot.
02:35I'm willing to help. For a price.
02:40Spend one night with me.
02:45And I'll give you one million dollars.
02:52Sorry, did I hear you right?
02:56You want him to spend the night with you for money?
02:59It's just a business arrangement.
03:02One night, one million dollars.
03:05And what exactly do you expect from me?
03:09Just one night together. You get what you need, and I get what I want.
03:13You really think we would sell ourselves for this?
03:17Look, I've got things to arrange for tonight.
03:19I'll leave you two to think it over.
03:22You can't expect us to just wait here. We're leaving. Now.
03:25Oh my god, here. A hundred thousand.
03:29Just to stay here and think about it.
03:32Dad. I've given my life to this family. To this company.
03:51No one's more prepared to lead it than me.
03:54You don't lead people. You control them.
03:57And that's why people respect me.
03:59That's not respect. It's fear.
04:02Look around you. You're alone. No partner. No friends.
04:08If you can't build a family, how can you run our family business?
04:25Good evening, Maria. Everything alright?
04:28More than alright. Actually, I wanted to talk to you both.
04:34About someone.
04:39I'd like you to meet my fiancé.
04:44A fiancé? I can't believe you didn't tell us sooner.
04:48Who is he?
04:50He's someone special.
04:52I thought it was time you met him.
04:54Why didn't you arrange a proper introduction? What's the sudden rush?
04:58Timing just felt right. Look, he'll be here soon.
05:10Hey, fiancé. When did you start planning this little fairytale?
05:14I don't have time for you. Just watch and learn.
05:18John, do you really think this is the way to fix things?
05:22Selling yourself to that woman?
05:24I'm just trying to make up for the mess I made, Olivia.
05:27And this is just one night. And then we can start over.
05:31You don't get it, do you? One night isn't going to fix things.
05:35She's not giving you a second chance.
05:38She's taking you away from me.
05:41What choice do I have?
05:43She's taking you away from me.
05:46What choice do I have, Olivia? I lost everything.
05:50Our house. The savings.
05:53No, John. I'm not going through with this.
05:57If you go through with this, you'll lose me for good.
06:04We're out of time. She's here.
06:07Let her in.
06:09I'll show her exactly what I think of her offer.
06:14So, John is your latest hero, huh?
06:17Perfect timing to charm Dad. Right before the board meeting.
06:21Clever move, Maria.
06:23What, is it a crime to have someone in my life?
06:26I find it amusing.
06:28Do you think that's enough to make Dad believe you're ready to run the company?
06:36What's going on here?
06:40What's going on here?
06:43Just talking about the future.
06:45Yeah, exciting family plans.
06:47You're gonna love it.
06:59Maria?
07:03Well, you're definitely not Maria.
07:06Who are you?
07:09This is my house.
07:12Shouldn't you be the ones explaining yourselves?
07:14A woman brought us here. Isn't this her place?
07:17Yeah, that sounds like Maria.
07:20Might be her place, yes.
07:22But it's my house now.
07:24She made us this crazy offer. We're just waiting for her to come back.
07:29But who is she? What kind of person does this?
07:31Maria's the type who always gets what she wants.
07:34Once she's got her eye on something, or someone,
07:40she won't let anything stand in her way.
07:42So this is just a game to her?
07:44It's not a game. It's how she keeps control.
07:47Once you're in, you're playing by her rules.
07:51So if you're smart, you'll walk away before she decides you belong to her.
08:05So, what game are we playing tonight, darling?
08:08Relax. I've got it all under control.
08:15Time's up.
08:17What's your answer?
08:19Stay away from us.
08:21We're not interested in whatever you're offering.
08:23Oh my god. Look at you.
08:25Acting like you've got a say in this.
08:27If you're out of your league here, this isn't some street hustle.
08:31Money can't buy everything, you know?
08:33John's staying here with me.
08:35Careful. You don't have the power to touch me.
08:38In my world, you're nothing.
08:41Is it really one million dollars?
08:47One night, one million. No questions.
08:51You'll do what I say, every second.
09:01Undress. Now.
09:07Put this on.
09:21You really think this proves something?
09:24Throwing your money around so that people will obey you?
09:27It proves I get what I want.
09:31He's not your toy.
09:33And this is desperation, not power.
09:37Desperation?
09:39That's the language of losers.
09:44Go on. Let's finish this show.
09:55Perfect. Now follow me.
10:02Here.
10:05Do you remember everything I told you?
10:07Yes.
10:09Okay, good.
10:10We need to convince my family that we've been in love for months and are ready to marry.
10:15Okay, only then you'll be off the hook.
10:18I think I can handle it.
10:20No, you don't need to think. You need to know.
10:22The answers need to come naturally.
10:24Like we've been in love for months.
10:27Okay?
10:32And one more thing.
10:34If you slip up and they see through you, it's game over.
10:42You know what that means?
10:45That means you, Olivia, anything you care about is gone.
10:53There won't be a second chance. Understand?
10:58Good.
11:03So, Gianni, are you in finance?
11:07Mostly investments. I look for opportunities.
11:11I see. The Western family, quite the opportunity, wouldn't you say?
11:16Not everything's business, Duke. Some things are worth more than money.
11:22Well, it's rare to find somebody who understands that not everything has a price.
11:28Thank you, Grace. And dinner, it's been incredible.
11:32Oh, don't be too impressed. It's ordered in. Nothing special tonight.
11:38So, tell us, when's the big day?
11:41Soon. We don't see the need to wait.
11:45It's a commitment. Hope you're ready for everything that comes with it, John.
11:51Just remember, even love comes with a price in this family.
11:58Gonna grab some fresh air. And no, I'm not quitting.
12:04Maybe I should get going, too. It's getting late.
12:07Oh, no, no, no, no. John's staying. Isn't that right?
12:11Yes, please, dear, stay. You're practically family now.
12:16How about a real drink, John? Let's even keep up, hmm?
12:20Nothing, Grace. I'm coming with you.
12:23What is this? Why am I still here?
12:26Because they're not convinced yet. Especially Duke.
12:30Tonight, we make sure they believe every word of it.
12:34And that means showing them just how much we're in love.
12:42This is your family, Marie. You want them to think we're having sex?
12:44John!
12:45You left this in the car.
12:48Olivia, is it?
12:49Seems she's, like, really eager to reach you.
12:55Duke, just act. Give me the phone.
12:57Oh, come on, John. Let's not keep her waiting.
13:00John! John, please! Don't let her do this to you! Don't trust her!
13:05Are you with Laura right now?
13:09Yes, yes I am.
13:12Well, the two of you are still holding on to the past.
13:16John and I, we've moved on.
13:19Maybe it's time we both did the same.
13:21This isn't over. You won't just push me out of his life.
13:25I know exactly what you're doing.
13:27I think it is over. But John and I, we've chosen each other.
13:33Olivia, I've made my choice. Marie and I are getting married.
13:41I love you.
13:52Sometimes, losing everything is how we finally see what's left to hold on to.
13:57And what exactly do I have left? Homeless, alone, broke.
14:04I don't even have a place to stay tonight.
14:06Tonight you stay here. Get some rest. And tomorrow, start fresh.
14:12Start fresh? Do what? I have nothing left.
14:18Forget them. Think about yourself, Olivia. What do you want?
14:25I want revenge.
14:28Then start simple. Shower and clean up. Look like you're ready for a fight.
14:36Why are you helping me?
14:37Because I know exactly what it feels like to lose everything to Maria.
14:47About the call. Seems like she's not over you, buddy.
14:51Duke, everyone has a past. But when you know what you want, it's easier to leave them behind. Right?
14:59Well, speaking of the past, wasn't Laurie your shrink?
15:02Father might find it interesting that his future CEO still needs professional support.
15:08Support? Maria? Are you still seeing your therapist? I thought you were ready to lead, not lean.
15:17Maria, if you're going to lead, understanding your emotions, your condition, is crucial.
15:23Without it, real connection is impossible.
15:27I don't need connection.
15:29I need control.
15:31Leadership isn't just about control. It's about empathy, trust, knowing when to rely on others.
15:39Relying on others makes you weak. And I won't be weak.
15:45Don't worry, father. I'm not weak. I'm in control. Always.
15:53Alright, it's been a long night. I'm going to show John to my room.
15:58Thank you for both having me. It's been a pleasure.
16:01John, you expect great things.
16:05Welcome to the family, John. Rest well.
16:09Come in.
16:10You'll stay here tonight. I want you close, okay?
16:47He's listening. We need to keep this up, okay?
17:03Are you okay?
17:04Are you okay?
17:07Oh yeah! Yeah, John!
17:10Wow, John!
17:20Oh my God!
17:22Oh my God, right there, yes!
17:23John!
17:25Have you never had sex before?
17:27Oh my God!
17:30Yeah, John, that's so good!
17:32Oh yeah!
17:34Oh my God! Oh my God!
17:56Can I ask you something?
17:58Depends. Will it bore me?
18:01You're stunning, rich, confident. You could have anyone you wanted.
18:08Why do you pay me to act like your lover?
18:13Because feelings, they come with expectations.
18:18If someone thinks you care, they expect more.
18:22But if you own someone, like I own you, it's easy.
18:28I say goodbye and it's done.
18:32Are you catching feelings for me?
18:37I hope not, John. That'd be disappointing.
18:49Make yourself comfortable, John.
18:58Yeah.
19:16But not too comfortable, John. We're not done yet.
19:20Tomorrow's the board meeting.
19:22Father's announcing his retirement, and if all goes well, I'll be the one he names to lead.
19:28He said this was for just one night.
19:31I have you until sunset tomorrow.
19:58I love you.
20:29Hey, sis. Just thought you'd like to know.
20:34Father's not feeling that good today.
20:36Might have been that dinner last night. Meeting is postponed.
20:58You really know how to spoil a good moment.
21:18This isn't a game, Duke. I've seen what you've done.
21:20Reckless spending, scandals. You're dragging this company down.
21:24Now you have a choice. You either step down quietly, or I bring these to Edward.
21:31We both know what he'll do when he sees this mess.
21:35What? Crown you his successor?
21:37He'd rather give this place to the janitor than to trust either of us.
21:41The janitor, yeah. Well, at least I'm trying to save what's left of this family.
21:45You don't care about this company, Duke. All you care about is the title, the image. Nothing real.
21:51Spare me the lecture, Maria. You don't want to save anything. You just want control.
21:57You know what? If you want to drag yourself down, go ahead.
22:03But I'm not going to be there to rescue you.
22:06I'll keep that in mind, dear sister.
22:14I heard you postponed the meeting. Is everything all right?
22:17Nothing serious. Just a headache.
22:20Not feeling my best today.
22:22That's exactly why it's time to move forward. Let me take this off your shoulders.
22:27You know there's no one better fit to run the family business.
22:30Maybe. But let's have this chat another day.
22:34Father, look at me. Look at me. I'm ready. I'm finally ready.
22:41I'm getting married. I'm starting my own family. I know my responsibilities now.
22:46Can you at least leave Dad alone today? I told you, no meetings.
22:50Dad's feeling better now. He just needs a day of rest before he's ready to announce his decision. Right, Dad?
22:58I'm fine.
23:16Olivia?
23:33Olivia?
23:36You don't know me, but we gotta talk.
23:47Sign it.
23:56An NDA? What's this for?
23:59You want your money, don't you? Then sign it.
24:08Done. So am I free to go now?
24:11Free? Oh no, you're not free, John. We had a deal, remember?
24:15That deal was for one night, Maria. One night.
24:20Yeah, it was one night. But you weren't exactly convincing yesterday.
24:25Not enough for them to believe that we're the perfect couple.
24:28You're not going anywhere, John. Not until you convince everyone that we are in love.
24:34And by the time we're done, even you might believe it.
24:45Now I understand John's poor judgment. Only a fool will leave you behind.
24:53And who exactly are you?
24:55I believe you meant my sister, Maria. I'm Duke.
24:59Then listen carefully. I'm gonna destroy John and her. So if you're here to get in my way...
25:06I wouldn't dream of it. As a matter of fact, I plan to enjoy every second.
25:10And why would you want to tear down your own sister?
25:12And how exactly are we going to do that?
25:16You see, Maria believes she owns everyone. Even her own family.
25:22But without that control, she's got nothing.
25:25All we gotta do is to pull the rug from under her. She'll slowly fall apart.
25:31So we just sit back and watch?
25:34Exactly. No bold moves, no confrontations. Just time.
25:38Maria can be her worst enemy, given the right push.
25:42And where do I fit into all of this?
25:45Let's just say that, uh... I could use some motivating high-five.
25:53Olivia, are you looking for a job?
25:58So, John. How did you and my daughter cross paths?
26:03Paris. Just two months ago.
26:05By the Seine. Felt like fate.
26:08Seems so sudden. What's with the big rush?
26:13Father, do you remember you told me something about love not needing explanations or definitions?
26:21You said love was like being alive.
26:25You know when you are, and you know when you're not.
26:31That's how I knew.
26:33That's how I knew.
26:35I was alive. After all these years.
26:39To being alive. And to love.
26:42Hope we're not too late to join the celebrations.
26:51Well, Duke. Aren't you gonna introduce us to your lovely guest?
26:56This is Olivia. She's a master chef.
27:00Thought she might bring a little spice to our house.
27:03Is that really necessary?
27:05Don't we have all the help we need?
27:07Oh, nonsense. It's a splendid idea. You're very welcome here.
27:11Thank you, Mr. Weston. I'll be sure to make myself useful.
27:16And of course, to your view, Miss Maria.
27:23And you must be John?
27:26I'm Olivia.
27:29Ah, Grace. There you are, darling. Meet Olivia, our new chef.
27:34She's gonna be staying with us for a while.
27:36Ooh, isn't this cozy?
27:39One big happy family.
27:41To new beginnings, then.
27:52Alright, drop the act. What are you doing here?
27:56Isn't it obvious?
27:58Making myself at home.
28:00That dress. That's Laura's.
28:04Oh, this?
28:06Yeah, she was kind enough to let me borrow it.
28:09Generous, isn't she?
28:11Generous? She bought that dress with my money.
28:15That dress doesn't belong to you.
28:18Just like this life doesn't.
28:21Take it off. Now. You'll have to rip it off me first.
28:28No.
28:32You're pathetic.
28:34All this power, all this wealth, and you still can't stand someone challenging you, Maria.
28:41Challenge me? Challenge me all you want.
28:44But when you fall again, you will fall.
28:48Don't expect me to help you up. Again.
28:53Help. Please.
28:58We'll see who loses, Maria.
29:01Enjoy your borrowed life, because it's not going to last.
29:06Oh, and next time, I won't be so polite.
29:38Did you make these yourself?
29:40Yes, sir.
29:42Thought a little something homemade might brighten the morning.
29:45Well, mission accomplished.
29:47Please, sit, Olivia. You deserve a break.
29:51Thank you. It's nice to feel appreciated around here.
29:55You know, this house isn't so easy.
29:57What is that? Is it the room? I can arrange something bigger if you like.
30:01No, it's not the room or anything like that. It's just the way things are.
30:05You know, I didn't grow up with all this money and power. My family were just simple people.
30:12You think I was born into this life? No. I had to build it, piece by piece.
30:19That's why it hurt so much seeing my kids. They never had to fight for anything.
30:23The other day, Maria, she told me I stink of poverty. She can't even look at me without disgust.
30:32Olivia, this is my house. If anyone in this family doesn't like it, they're free to leave.
30:46I couldn't stop thinking about you. I didn't know where you were.
30:49Where was I? After you left me? Broke? Homeless? Alone? I stayed where I could.
30:59But don't worry, I didn't sell myself, if that's what you're wondering.
31:04Olivia, please. I know I hurt you, but if it's not what you think, just give me a chance to explain.
31:10I chose money over me, John. And that, I can't just forget.
31:16You know I love you, right? Please don't forget that.
31:21I'll be done with this game soon, and then we can leave together. I promise.
31:30John, get your hands off her now!
31:33You're set to marry my daughter, yet here you are with another woman under my roof.
31:38It's not what it looks like. I knew Olivia from before.
31:43From before? From where exactly?
31:45Mr. Weston, I don't know who he is. He's just a stranger to me.
31:49I don't know who you are.
31:52I don't know who you are.
31:55I don't know who you are.
31:58I don't know who you are.
32:00He's just a stranger to me.
32:04Okay, I'm trying to understand what Maria sees in you, or if she's seeing clearly at all.
32:09Look, Dad, John and I are gonna handle this privately, aren't we, John? Let's go.
32:15John, if you cross this line again, you won't get within a mile of this family. Are we clear?
32:30Do you have any idea what you've done?
32:33Everyone is suspicious now. We had a plan, and you managed to ruin it in one day.
32:39Maybe you shouldn't have relied on a plan so fragile that a single mistake could break it.
32:45You're here because you're supposed to follow orders, not question me.
32:50Do your job. Prove your worth. And then you'll get your money.
32:55Money, right. But let's be real, Maria. If your father doesn't choose you, you've got nothing to give me, do you?
33:05So what's the backup plan? Because from where I'm standing, you're not in as control as you think.
33:11Don't push me, John. You're here because when you signed that paper, you gave away any control you had.
33:17In fact, you handed me the keys to your life.
33:22If you fail me, I'll make sure that you lose everything.
33:28Even the things you didn't know you had left.
33:31So go ahead. Test me if you want.
33:35But if I were you, I'd start thinking about the price of obedience.
33:45You know, Olivia, you're playing your part beautifully.
33:49But remember, you're here to do a job, not to get cozy with my father.
33:56I'm here to do exactly what I was brought here to do, Duke.
34:01But I think I'm going to do it my way, not yours.
34:05Careful, Olivia. Don't think you're running the show here.
34:10This is my house, and remember, I brought you here.
34:14Maybe so. But while I'm here, this is my room.
34:19And you're not welcome in it.
34:21Yeah? What if I decide to stay?
34:26Then you'd only be proving why your father doesn't respect you.
34:30You see, he knows something about dignity. Clearly something you've never learned.
34:37You think his protection will keep you safe here?
34:40Mr. Weston let me in here. And you see, he's the one calling the shots, not you.
34:50Mr. Weston.
34:56Olivia, you bring someone to this house I thought I'd lost.
35:00Really, Mr. Weston?
35:05I think we're well past Mr. Weston now, don't you?
35:09All right, Edward.
35:12I find myself looking forward to each day, knowing I'll see you.
35:17I'll see you.
35:19Edward, I didn't expect, I mean, like, I never thought that...
35:23Sometimes, words just get in the way.
35:36How could you?
35:42After all these years?
35:48I can't do this anymore.
35:51I have my lawyer sign the papers.
36:07Mom, don't do this.
36:10Don't let her push you out.
36:13If anyone should be leaving, it's her.
36:15No, my baby girl. This is not about her.
36:20This is about your father. He's searching for something else.
36:24And I'm tired of being the one beating.
36:27Stay then. Let him see what he's giving up.
36:30Show him that you're the one holding us together.
36:33I tried. I tried for so many years.
36:36But no matter how much love I gave, it was never enough to fill the emptiness in him.
36:46I'm sorry.
36:50Please, take care of each other.
36:53And don't ever think you were not enough.
37:15Aren't you gonna say goodbye to her?
37:18Grace made her choice. There's nothing more to say.
37:21So, how are things gonna be now? Between us, I mean.
37:27This isn't the time for that discussion.
37:30Is that your way of saying you regret this? Are you blaming me?
37:34No. It was bound to happen. Grace was always looking for an excuse to leave.
37:39Oh, so I'm just an excuse.
37:42That's it. Fairytale's over. Cinderella goes back to cleaning the kitchen.
37:55I'm gonna ask you this once. What did you do to my mother?
38:00Nothing. Maybe she just finally had enough.
38:05Watching her own children turn out to be such disappointment.
38:08Careful, you're playing a dangerous game.
38:11In this house, you're gonna get eaten up alive. And you'll be left with nothing.
38:16Nothing? Oh, I already have so much more than you ever could.
38:22And you know what? It's delicious, Maria.
38:25Okay. What, you think throwing yourself at him gives you power?
38:29It only proves what everyone already sees.
38:32A woman so desperate, she'll hang on to any man with a pulse and a heart.
38:38And a dollar.
38:40At least I didn't have to write a check just to make me feel wanted.
38:43You see, that's the difference between us, Maria.
38:47Yeah, well, enjoy it while it lasts.
38:49Because once my father sees who you really are, he'll throw you out with the rest of the trash.
38:55Stay away from my father. And stay the hell out of my life.
39:02Got it?
39:08Got it.
39:39John? Have you lost your mind? What are you doing here?
39:43Just give me a minute, please.
39:49What are you really doing here? What's the plan?
39:53I'm here to keep my promise, John. To make sure you regret every moment.
39:58Olivia...
39:59John...
40:06Olivia, this doesn't have to be about revenge. I'm here for the money. For us.
40:12Help me and we can leave this together.
40:16You left me, John. You broke me. You broke us.
40:22And now you're all wrapped up in Maria's lies.
40:25I made mistakes, but I never stopped loving you. Not for one second.
40:33You think you can just pick up the pieces? It's not that simple, John. Not all wounds can just heal.
40:42Maybe not, but I'd hold on to every broken piece of it if I could still have you.
40:56Maria?
41:07Maria?
41:09Do I really need to remind you who owns you?
41:13If you want your money, you're gonna stay in your role.
41:17And if you think you're coming into my bed again, you're gonna stay away from this.
41:24You really think you can still buy everything? It's actually amusing how little it costs to make him forget you.
41:31Maria, that's not...
41:33Look, either you're gonna take the life I'm giving you, or you're gonna throw it away.
41:38For... her.
41:44Choose wisely.
41:54Everything's falling apart. If I don't find a way to stay in this game, Maria will toss me out without a cent.
42:02Why do you still care about Maria's money? It's not even hers, it's her father's.
42:07Look, maybe we should play by his rules, not hers.
42:11Why would he give me a million dollars? Edward doesn't care about me. Not one bit.
42:16Edward doesn't care about me. Not one bit.
42:19No, he doesn't care about you. But he does have other interests.
42:26Don't even think about it, Olivia. Edward's just another rich man who gets bored easily.
42:32He'll use you up and throw you out like you're nothing.
42:35Isn't that why we're here? For the money?
42:39Let me handle this. Don't play games with these people.
42:44We'll figure it out. Tomorrow.
42:58Olivia.
43:01Edward?
43:14Maria, do you know what alexithymia is?
43:19It's when someone can truly feel or express their emotions like others do.
43:24For you it means you may never know what love really is.
43:29And what exactly is love?
43:32Love is a connection beyond reason.
43:36It's that force that draws you in, even when you try to resist.
43:40It makes you care. Beyond reason.
43:44Then it sounds unnecessary. I don't need it.
43:48You're a remarkable woman, Maria.
43:51It's a shame. Someone like you might never know what it's like to love.
43:57Or be loved.
44:03Maria?
44:05Wait, tell me. John?
44:07What is love?
44:10I... I don't know.
44:13It's not something you say. It's something you feel.
44:26Did you feel it?
44:28Did you feel love?
44:31Is this part of the game, Maria?
44:33Did you feel love?
44:36Is this part of the game, or is this...
44:38What did it feel like with Olivia? When you touched her? When you kissed her?
44:43It's like everything fades.
44:45It's just her.
44:47The way she laughs.
44:49The way she smiles.
44:51Tie this over your eyes.
44:53Now touch me.
44:56Touch me as if I'm her.
45:11That's enough. I don't have time for fantasies.
45:14I'm sorry.
45:16I'm sorry.
45:18I'm sorry.
45:20I'm sorry.
45:22Come on, get up. We have work to do.
45:33Good morning, John.
45:35Decided to join us, I see.
45:43Look, Father, I was saying.
45:46Now that Mother's gone, I think it's time to end this family competition.
45:50It's tearing us all apart.
45:52Finally giving up?
45:54Well, if it means peace, then yes.
45:59Give Duke the title.
46:01If you think he's earned it.
46:03It's not like you to surrender, Maria.
46:05What's behind the change of heart?
46:07Letting go doesn't mean that I've lost.
46:09It just means that I'm picking my battles.
46:12That's all.
46:14You know what, Maria?
46:16Enjoy your last days here.
46:18Because once I'm in charge, this whole empire is going to look a lot different.
46:22Is that a threat, Duke?
46:24One day you'll know exactly how it feels to live in my shadow.
46:39So, I overheard the conversation.
46:41That means we won, right?
46:43Olivia!
46:46She won again!
46:48But you're the CEO. She's out.
46:50Isn't that what you all really wanted?
46:52You think that this is what I wanted?
46:54Business reports, boardroom meetings.
46:57This was always her dream, not mine.
46:59Then what do you really want?
47:02To be seen.
47:04To have my father look at me just once.
47:07And tell me that he's proud.
47:09That's gone now. She took it from me.
47:13Oh, Duke. Something the matter?
47:16You don't look like a man who just got everything he wanted.
47:19You never wanted me to have this.
47:20I just wanted to win.
47:22Yeah, you know, if you were looking for Dad's approval,
47:25you were always going to be disappointed.
47:27Because you know there was always one favorite.
47:29And guess what?
47:31It wasn't you.
47:39Hey, you dare touch me?
47:41Do you really get your kicks tearing down people?
47:44Even your own family?
47:46Oh, please. Duke's life's been falling apart for years.
47:48My help's hardly needed.
47:50You tear people down just to make yourself feel powerful.
47:53But guess what? It's all slipping through your fingers now, isn't it, Maria?
47:57You're stepping out of line. Back.
47:59Remember where you are and who you're dealing with.
48:02Oh, I know exactly who I'm dealing with.
48:05And I pity you.
48:08You're all alone.
48:10You're too proud to even see it.
48:12Maria, Edward knows. Duke's telling him everything.
48:15Right now!
48:19Dad, please, just listen to me.
48:21I don't have time for this, Duke.
48:23Save the drama. I have company to run.
48:25No, you're going to hear me now.
48:27I know that Maria's the one who can handle the business.
48:30I've always known.
48:32All I ever wanted was for you to see me as something more.
48:35To trust me.
48:37Trust you?
48:39When have you done anything but rely on this family's name?
48:41You've wasted every chance you've had.
48:44And Maria?
48:46You think she's so perfect?
48:48She bought John.
48:50She paid him to act like her fiancé. It's all an act.
48:53And Olivia?
48:55Tell me, Duke, who paid her to play her part in this?
49:10Did you two really think I wouldn't notice?
49:13You think I'm blind?
49:15You never gave me a chance, Dad.
49:16You always dismissed me like I was nothing.
49:19Maybe if you'd just had a little faith.
49:22Just a little.
49:24You'd see maybe we're not playing games.
49:26Faith?
49:28This little performance?
49:30There's many proofs of it to me.
49:32You never wanted to see what we're capable of.
49:34Maria might be desperate,
49:36and I've made mistakes,
49:38but we're not completely useless.
49:40We're just trying to earn our place, Father.
49:44You know what?
49:46If that takes more than you're willing to see,
49:49then maybe that's your own fault.
49:52Neither of you deserve a thing.
49:54Maybe it's time I reconsider what this company truly needs.
50:02Maria's not gonna pay me.
50:04I should've seen this coming.
50:06So what now, Olivia?
50:08What can we do?
50:10There's no we, John.
50:12You know that, right?
50:14What are you on about?
50:16That was a mistake.
50:18I have a plan, and you're not involved in it.
50:22It's this plan, Olivia.
50:25Why don't we let everyone hear it?
50:28Neither of you deserve a thing.
50:30Maybe it's time I reconsider what this company truly needs.
50:41Edward, should we make things clear for everyone?
50:46No.
50:51I hadn't planned to announce this today, but yes.
50:54I've decided not to retire.
50:59You thought I wanted someone to take over this empire.
51:03No.
51:05I wanted something real.
51:07But with you two, there's always demands.
51:10Expectations.
51:12Never love.
51:13Love.
51:15Olivia, was this your plan all along?
51:20I'm sorry.
51:22I was lost.
51:24Grace leaving, the divorce, step away from the company.
51:28I wasn't myself. Forgive me.
51:31You've been through so much, it would affect anyone.
51:36But before we go any further, there's something you need to know.
51:41I didn't come here by accident.
51:45Okay, what do you mean, Olivia?
51:48Well, I came here with a plan.
51:52I came here to hurt Maria.
51:55You see, she paid my boyfriend one million dollars to pretend to be her fiancé.
52:07John was your boyfriend?
52:10Maria used my money for this.
52:13Yeah.
52:16But somewhere along the line, my plans all fell apart.
52:23Because I met you.
52:26And...
52:29I think I'm falling for you.
52:35She's using you!
52:37Look, she's nothing! You're making a mistake!
52:38No, Maria. The only mistake I made was thinking you cared about anything other than my wealth.
52:45Olivia, she's the only one who's been honest with me.
52:49She sees me for who I really am.
52:52When you looked at him, all you saw was power, authority.
52:57Someone's used for your gain.
53:01But when I saw him, I saw a man searching for love.
53:05I'm ready to give it in return.
53:08Over these past few days, it's as if I've come back to life again.
53:12Feeling younger than I have in years.
53:15So, my decision is final.
53:19I'm staying on.
53:21I'm gonna lead the company with Olivia by my side.
53:25Olivia, is this who you really are?
53:27Is this how you take revenge?
53:30You never wanted to know the real me, John.
53:32And that's the real tragedy here.
53:34John, leave.
53:36I've taken enough from this house.
53:48Father, you're making a fool of yourself.
53:51You know what? You are after one thing.
53:53You're after his money.
53:55Money? That's all you two ever wanted from me.
53:59She's using you!
54:00She's using you!
54:02She's manipulating you and you're too blinded by whatever this is to see it.
54:06I see very clearly now.
54:08This family, this house.
54:10You used it like a playground.
54:14This is my choice.
54:18This is my future.
54:21I'm done living by your expectations.
54:24So, okay, what?
54:26You're gonna throw us away?
54:28For her?
54:30No, Maria.
54:32You threw me away long before Olivia came into my life.
54:35So that's it?
54:37You're replacing us with her?
54:39She's nothing, Dad.
54:41She's no family.
54:43Duke, I didn't need a family.
54:46That's why I'm here.
54:50And you're not.
55:00You're not.