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