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