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00:00:00Bradley, I'm pregnant. You're going to be a father.
00:00:05What's she doing here? What do you think?
00:00:08No need to hide anymore. I'm leaving you for Catherine.
00:00:13Unlike you, I'm young and rich. I can give Bradley what he deserves.
00:00:18Catherine hired me to be vice president to her family's hospital.
00:00:21She's also way better in bed.
00:00:23What's that?
00:00:30She's pregnant?
00:00:31What?
00:00:32She must be faking it to trap you.
00:00:36No, it's real.
00:00:36I'm so desperate.
00:00:38Give it back. Stop.
00:00:40Give it back.
00:00:41Stop.
00:01:00What happened?
00:01:11The baby.
00:01:12Is the baby okay?
00:01:17I'm so sorry.
00:01:20We've lost the baby.
00:01:24So sorry.
00:01:25We're right here, sweetheart.
00:01:32We're right here.
00:01:41I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this.
00:01:46I'm ready to come back, Dad.
00:01:48Well, revenge won't heal the heart.
00:01:50This 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.
00:02:18I've learned our competitors from the inside.
00:02:21Trust me.
00:02:23I'm more than ready.
00:02:24Furthermore, Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:33Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:02:38There 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.
00:02:46It'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.
00:03:00And this alliance will strengthen our company and secure our future.
00:03:08Isn't Joshua Lane famous for being called the Ruffles?
00:03:19That's what I heard.
00:03:21And I think it'll be good for the company.
00:03:23I don't think it'll be good for the new CEO.
00:03:24Joshua, I was hoping we could...
00:03:47Not interested.
00:03:48Get lost.
00:03:48Man, you are brutal.
00:03:54That's the fifth girl you've turned down tonight.
00:03:57Hey, I heard you're getting hitched to Mia Gerber.
00:03:59Why didn't you turn her down?
00:04:01This marriage is what my parents want.
00:04:03Couldn't care less about her.
00:04:04Oh, come on.
00:04:05She's the heiress to the Gerber Corporation.
00:04:07There must be some perks to her.
00:04:09Perks are not.
00:04:09She'll learn quickly that I'm not one to be messed with.
00:04:12Gonna give her a hard time, huh?
00:04:14Let's just say that she's got something coming.
00:04:26Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife?
00:04:31I do.
00:04:34And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband?
00:04:38I do.
00:04:41Uh, the rings?
00:04:51You may now kiss the bride.
00:05:05Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
00:05:07Mia, this 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.
00:05:15And vice versa.
00:05:15My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
00:05:34My assistant will set it up.
00:05:35She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
00:05:37Done.
00:05:38Joshua has always been so distant with people, unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:06:07You should see all the women I can't stop chasing.
00:06:11Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alice can give me a grandson.
00:06:17But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:06:23We need an heir after all.
00:06:25Elinor, that's enough.
00:06:28I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to leave Lane Holden.
00:06:34Quite the contrary.
00:06:36Actually, Joshua's very passionate, especially in the bedroom.
00:06:41No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
00:06:44For your information, passion is not in my DNA, nor does it align with my personal brand.
00:06:57But still, thank you for standing up for me.
00:07:02I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
00:07:04Get the campaign ready.
00:07:13I want that jerk out, Asa.
00:07:19Noah, hey.
00:07:21I need a favor.
00:07:22You're right.
00:07:27Alex and Elinor Lane are behind a smear campaign against Joshua.
00:07:31Blue Diamond PR is already involved.
00:07:33What agency are we using?
00:07:35We're still deciding.
00:07:37Bids are open for this year's contract.
00:07:40Perfect.
00:07:41I have a plan.
00:07:42I'm offering the Gerber Corporation's annual PR budget.
00:07:49It's one of the largest in the industry.
00:07:51That's an enticing offer, Ms. Gerber.
00:07:54What do you ask of me in return?
00:07:57I need you to withdraw from any campaign against Joshua Lane.
00:08:01I don't mind.
00:08:01I'll cover the cancellation fee.
00:08:09You have a deal.
00:08:09The Gerber Corporation account is too good to pass up.
00:08:14There's a little more.
00:08:16I need you to spread the word.
00:08:18Any PR firm that goes against Joshua Lane
00:08:21will be blacklisted from the Gerber Corporation
00:08:24and our allies.
00:08:26You got it.
00:08:27No one in this industry would be stupid enough
00:08:29to fight against the Gerber Corporation.
00:08:32Wonderful.
00:08:33Thanks.
00:08:34Looking forward to a fruitful partnership.
00:08:39I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you.
00:08:45But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
00:08:49I always knew Eleanor and Alex to be after my position.
00:08:52I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
00:08:55How do you know about this?
00:08:57Alex struck me as opportunistic.
00:08:58A smear campaign is the easiest way
00:09:00to sway the shareholders' opinion.
00:09:01And Eleanor's background in PR
00:09:03made this move predictable.
00:09:04You're more perceptive than I thought.
00:09:08Why are you helping me?
00:09:13Our family's alliance is crucial.
00:09:15Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
00:09:18It's all business.
00:09:22Business, right.
00:09:23Well, in that case,
00:09:25I should help you with your beef
00:09:26with Catherine and Bradley, right?
00:09:30How did you know about that?
00:09:32Didn't expect me to enter into the marriage
00:09:34without doing background checks.
00:09:36I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
00:09:38I mean,
00:09:40he cheated on you.
00:09:41So what?
00:09:44She must be faking it to trap you.
00:09:47How dare you?
00:09:51You had no right
00:09:52to dig into my past like that.
00:09:55I can take care of myself.
00:10:00What just happened?
00:10:04To your new position
00:10:06as Senior VP.
00:10:09And it's all thanks to my help, of course.
00:10:11Absolutely.
00:10:12You're my lucky charm, honey.
00:10:14Maybe.
00:10:17Imagine if I'd stayed with Mia.
00:10:22Poor and powerless.
00:10:22That's all she ever was.
00:10:24She's a joke.
00:10:26A stepping stone at best.
00:10:28Are you by my side?
00:10:29We are unstoppable.
00:10:41Catherine's Hospital
00:10:42is resisting our acquisition.
00:10:44Bradley, as the new Senior VP,
00:10:46he is leading the pushback.
00:10:48Do they know I'm the CEO yet?
00:10:50No.
00:10:50As per your request.
00:10:52Perfect.
00:10:53Keep at it.
00:10:58Now how do I pull this off?
00:11:00There are gaps in Mia's medical record
00:11:11right after her breakup.
00:11:13These are from the Gerber Corporation's
00:11:14own hospital.
00:11:15Only someone higher up from within
00:11:17can access it.
00:11:22I want to know what happened to Mia
00:11:23during that gap.
00:11:24After the breakup.
00:11:25Even if I know,
00:11:27why would I tell you?
00:11:28Mia helped me.
00:11:29But unless I understand
00:11:30that part of the puzzle,
00:11:32I won't be able to return her favor.
00:11:34To care for her?
00:11:37Don't dislike her?
00:11:40Now, Mia deserves someone
00:11:41who truly loves her.
00:11:43Not you.
00:11:45She's a grown woman.
00:11:46She knows what she wants.
00:11:48Nobody gets to tell her what she deserves.
00:11:49Especially not you.
00:11:50You can choose
00:11:59not to share the information,
00:12:01but you won't be helping her.
00:12:04Your choice.
00:12:08Alright, look.
00:12:11If you have to know,
00:12:13unfortunately,
00:12:15Mia had a miscarriage
00:12:16because of an accident
00:12:17involving Bradley and Catherine.
00:12:19How are you
00:12:38feeling?
00:12:41It's none of your business.
00:12:44Not that you would know
00:12:45what that means.
00:12:46I'm sorry for overstepping
00:12:48and being insensitive.
00:12:50I learned about your miscarriage.
00:12:52I had no idea.
00:12:53You didn't know?
00:12:55That doesn't excuse my behavior.
00:12:58I apologize.
00:13:00I may have overreacted.
00:13:02You were hurting.
00:13:03That's understandable.
00:13:04So you're not a robot.
00:13:06Like everyone says you are.
00:13:08Of course I'm not.
00:13:09Who says that?
00:13:10Everyone.
00:13:11Your family,
00:13:12your friends,
00:13:13your co-workers,
00:13:15enemies.
00:13:16I even heard the maids
00:13:17joking about it
00:13:18the other day.
00:13:20Fire them all.
00:13:21No, no.
00:13:22No, it's okay.
00:13:24They're allowed to joke.
00:13:25They've been doing
00:13:25a wonderful job.
00:13:28Besides,
00:13:28I think you should
00:13:29talk like this.
00:13:31It suits you.
00:13:34It's not funny.
00:13:38It's late.
00:13:38You're going to bed.
00:13:43Okay.
00:13:45Good night.
00:13:52Talk like this.
00:13:53Go ahead with plan.
00:14:07Short the stock
00:14:08of Catherine's company.
00:14:10I want to see them bleed.
00:14:20Mia,
00:14:21you need to see this.
00:14:22The stock
00:14:23of Catherine's hospital
00:14:24has been shortened
00:14:24dramatically.
00:14:25They're on the verge
00:14:26of bankruptcy.
00:14:27Just a week?
00:14:28How is this possible?
00:14:29Seems like a coordinated attack.
00:14:31Someone powerful
00:14:32is behind this.
00:14:36Joshua.
00:14:42Did you short
00:14:43Catherine's stock?
00:14:44Yes, I did.
00:14:46Why?
00:14:47Strictly for business.
00:14:48To protect
00:14:49our family's alliances.
00:14:50Your enemies
00:14:51are my enemies now.
00:14:52Thank you, Joshua.
00:14:54Actually,
00:14:54it's necessary.
00:14:55Just like you would do.
00:14:56Now,
00:14:56pay a little visit
00:14:57to Bradley and Catherine.
00:15:06Bradley,
00:15:07what are we going to do?
00:15:08They're taking everything.
00:15:10I can't believe
00:15:11this is happening.
00:15:13As of now,
00:15:14this hospital
00:15:14is under
00:15:15Gerber Corporation's control.
00:15:16Yes,
00:15:17the Gerber Corporation,
00:15:19as in my family's company.
00:15:20Mia Gerber?
00:15:21I thought
00:15:21you were Mia Whitlock.
00:15:23Whitlock was just a name
00:15:24I used
00:15:25to conceal my identity.
00:15:26You betrayed
00:15:27and hurt my wife.
00:15:29Now you're facing
00:15:29the consequences.
00:15:31I've resigned.
00:15:31You can't touch me.
00:15:33Resignation or not,
00:15:33Bradley,
00:15:34your career's over.
00:15:35I've seen to it
00:15:36that everyone
00:15:36in this industry
00:15:37won't touch you
00:15:38after what you've done.
00:15:40Mia,
00:15:41you know that
00:15:42I never meant to hurt you.
00:15:44This hospital
00:15:45is all that I have left.
00:15:46Please!
00:15:47No.
00:15:48That day that I fell,
00:15:51you stood there
00:15:52and watched.
00:15:53You made your decision then.
00:15:55Mia,
00:15:55can we talk?
00:15:56I know I hurt you deeply.
00:15:57I just want to apologize
00:15:58to make things right.
00:16:14Mia,
00:16:14I'm truly sorry
00:16:15about everything.
00:16:18I dreamt about you
00:16:19and the baby
00:16:19every day.
00:16:20I just couldn't
00:16:21bring myself
00:16:21to tell you this
00:16:22after the accident
00:16:23because I felt
00:16:24so ashamed of myself.
00:16:26Your apology
00:16:26can't undo
00:16:27what's been done,
00:16:28Bradley.
00:16:29I know.
00:16:30I just,
00:16:30I need you to know
00:16:32that I will always
00:16:33care about you
00:16:34deeply.
00:16:35you're really like
00:16:48they say.
00:16:50Tall,
00:16:51handsome,
00:16:52powerful.
00:16:53you know I can make you
00:17:02a very happy man.
00:17:06I do not engage
00:17:08with women
00:17:08who have no shame.
00:17:11Hands off.
00:17:12Catherine manipulated me,
00:17:18but now I realize
00:17:19she's nothing compared to you.
00:17:21We could start over.
00:17:22With your family's resources,
00:17:24I could help you grow the business.
00:17:25We could be parents again.
00:17:27Give us a chance.
00:17:28You know,
00:17:30if I wasn't 100% sure before,
00:17:32I am now.
00:17:34You're a piece of human trash.
00:17:38You're right.
00:17:38I'm doing it.
00:17:39But think about all the good memories
00:17:40we have.
00:17:41Think about more to come.
00:17:43Just say.
00:17:43Let go.
00:17:44Mia,
00:17:44don't.
00:17:44Bradley.
00:17:44I'm serious.
00:17:45Don't.
00:17:45Get the fuck out of here.
00:17:49Fuck out of here.
00:17:56I should have intervened
00:17:57before Bradley could touch you.
00:17:58It's fine, Joshua.
00:18:00Thank you for stepping in.
00:18:02Thank you for
00:18:03everything.
00:18:09Yeah,
00:18:09I followed through
00:18:10with all my business plans.
00:18:12Right.
00:18:13Yeah.
00:18:13The business plan.
00:18:16You know,
00:18:16you call me your wife
00:18:17for the first time.
00:18:19Don't look into it too much.
00:18:21Let's go.
00:18:22Actually,
00:18:23you know what?
00:18:25Now that all the revenge
00:18:26is done,
00:18:27I think I want to take
00:18:28some time alone
00:18:29to
00:18:30figure out my feelings.
00:18:33I understand.
00:18:40They've destroyed everything.
00:18:42We can't let them
00:18:43get away with this.
00:18:44What if we take
00:18:48Mia?
00:18:50A ransom would help us
00:18:51but hurt Mia.
00:18:54Yes.
00:18:56Abducting
00:18:56Mia Gerber.
00:18:58Let's see how
00:18:58Joshua Lane reacts then.
00:19:01But how will we get
00:19:02to Mia?
00:19:02I know that she always
00:19:03goes to this one spot
00:19:05alone.
00:19:06From what I know about her,
00:19:08she must be there
00:19:08right now.
00:19:09пр subsequentes.
00:19:23If the
00:19:23trial
00:19:28Oh,
00:19:28Whoa!
00:19:29Oh!
00:19:29Oh.
00:19:30Oh.
00:19:31Oh.
00:19:31Oh.
00:19:32Or.
00:19:32Oh.
00:19:32Oh.
00:19:32Oh.
00:19:33Oh.
00:19:34Oh.
00:19:35Oh.
00:19:35Oh.
00:19:36Oh.
00:19:37Oh.
00:19:37Oh.
00:20:08Hey!
00:20:11Hey!
00:20:13Help!
00:20:22Thought you could get rid of us, Mia?
00:20:26You and Joshua will regret ever crossing us.
00:20:31Don't bring him into this, you bitch!
00:20:38That's for talking back to me.
00:20:50Look at you.
00:20:53Just as pathetic as the day you fell.
00:20:56Of course I could have saved you.
00:20:59But why would I?
00:21:01You and your baby are worth nothing.
00:21:05Joshua Lang?
00:21:11Listen up.
00:21:12We have Mia Gerber.
00:21:14You want her back?
00:21:15Get ready with a hefty ransom.
00:21:17I'll pay the ransom.
00:21:19But listen to me clearly.
00:21:21I will hunt you down and you'll wish you never crossed me.
00:21:31Well based on the footage from Mia's car camera, it seems Bradley and Katherine are behind this.
00:21:36These are the possible locations where Mia can be.
00:21:39This one.
00:21:40Mia.
00:21:41I got you.
00:21:42I got you.
00:21:43Let's get you out of here.
00:21:44Let's get you out of here.
00:21:46Let's get you out of here.
00:21:56I've got you.
00:21:59Let's get you out.
00:22:26Let's get you out.
00:22:56I used to forget about you, but I guess that's just life someday.
00:23:13Made you some soup.
00:23:21It's very unique.
00:23:24What is this?
00:23:27My mom's recipe.
00:23:28Before she passed away, she used to make it for me when I was sick.
00:23:32Thought it might comfort you.
00:23:34Must have made it wrong.
00:23:35It's wonderful.
00:23:37I don't know how to thank you enough.
00:23:40It's nothing.
00:23:42I just did what I had to do.
00:23:44Joshua, is this still just a marriage of convenience for you?
00:23:53Excuse me, Mr. and Mrs. Lane.
00:23:54A guest has arrived.
00:23:56Her name is Susie Harper.
00:23:58Susie's back.
00:23:58Oh, I've missed you so much.
00:24:13Susie, it's been ages.
00:24:16When's the last time we saw each other?
00:24:18Um, four years ago, before I went abroad.
00:24:22It's been too long.
00:24:23Welcome back, Susie.
00:24:24I came back just for you.
00:24:27Oh, there's so much.
00:24:28Hey.
00:24:31Susie, this is my wife, Mia.
00:24:35Mia, this is Susie, an old friend of mine.
00:24:38So, you're the one Joshua had to marry.
00:24:42Oh, Susie.
00:24:43That's enough.
00:24:45Joshua and I have a special bond, you know?
00:24:48We've been friends since, like, forever.
00:24:52He means a lot to me.
00:24:53I want him to be happy.
00:24:55I think we all want that.
00:24:57Do you?
00:24:59Joshua and I talk often over the phone.
00:25:01He confides in me.
00:25:03I'm one of the few he truly trusts.
00:25:05He mentioned he was quite unhappy about the marriage.
00:25:09Right.
00:25:10Uh, well, it seems like you two have a lot to catch up on.
00:25:13So, I'll leave you to it.
00:25:20Susie, why would you say those things?
00:25:23I told you I had doubts before the wedding.
00:25:26Not since then.
00:25:27Joshua, you're clearly unhappy.
00:25:29I was just speaking up for you.
00:25:31I don't need you to look out for me.
00:25:33I'm sorry.
00:25:36I just...
00:25:38I was trying to help, since you clearly didn't want the marriage.
00:25:44I don't mind enough.
00:25:46Do you like her?
00:25:49She's fine.
00:25:52This means I still have a chance.
00:25:55Joshua,
00:25:55If I had stayed by your side,
00:25:58you never would have had to marry a complete stranger like me and Gerber.
00:26:03I'm sure it hasn't been pleasant.
00:26:06Now that I'm back, you can always talk to me.
00:26:09Susie, you're a great friend.
00:26:12Of course.
00:26:13I'll always be there for you.
00:26:14How's it going?
00:26:24It's this marriage.
00:26:26It's Joshua.
00:26:26He's like a shadow.
00:26:27He's...
00:26:28always there, but never really close.
00:26:32You deserve someone who can give you all the love and appreciation you need.
00:26:37Remember, if you ever need anything,
00:26:39I'm here.
00:26:39Thank you, Noah.
00:26:45How can I live without you?
00:26:50I can't live without you.
00:26:51I can't live without you.
00:27:09How can I live without you?
00:27:16I'll do everything to protect you, Mia.
00:27:29Joshua!
00:27:33We can't be like this forever.
00:27:34We have to talk.
00:27:37Why don't you talk to Noah?
00:27:39Seems like you have plenty to say to him.
00:27:41I don't even know what that means.
00:27:43There's nothing between Noah and me.
00:27:45You and Susie, on the other hand.
00:27:48What?
00:27:49Whatever you think, I don't care.
00:27:51What's he doing here?
00:28:11Look, I'm here to deliver some documents to Mia.
00:28:13And if you ever hurt her,
00:28:25just know that I will protect her at all costs.
00:28:28And what exactly have you done to protect her?
00:28:31Seems like I'll talk but no action.
00:28:33What are you two doing?
00:28:37What's going on here?
00:28:38Joshua, why are you acting so rash?
00:28:39This is ridiculous.
00:28:41You invite him into our house just to talk to him?
00:28:43I didn't invite...
00:28:44Joshua!
00:28:45I'm sorry, Mia.
00:28:46I didn't mean to cause any breath between you two.
00:28:49It wasn't my intention.
00:28:50It's fine.
00:28:51Why are you here?
00:28:52I'm here to protect you and the company.
00:28:55I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare.
00:28:58Is that Dwayne?
00:29:03The CEO of Melody Healthcare.
00:29:08Ms. Gerber, an emergency board meeting has been called.
00:29:12What?
00:29:12We need to talk about the leadership of this company.
00:29:22It is clear that Mia's recent decisions,
00:29:25well, they've been questionable.
00:29:32Acquiring Catherine Finney's hospital was a big misstep.
00:29:37Now Melody's healthcare is outpacing us.
00:29:39Mia, I'm sorry, but you're too young and inexperienced to be in this role.
00:29:45I believe under my leadership, our profits have already increased by 20% compared to last year.
00:29:52That's due to the overall market trend, not because of your leadership.
00:29:57My strategies have been more than effective.
00:30:01The Finley acquisition has potential long-term benefits,
00:30:03and our growth, by the way, is not just a fluke.
00:30:07This company, this board needs a leader with experience and vision,
00:30:13not someone learning on a job.
00:30:15As a senior VP, on behalf of all the employees with Gerber Corporation,
00:30:19we support Mia.
00:30:21I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring Melody Healthcare
00:30:25to undermine the company.
00:30:26I also have evidence that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring Melody Healthcare
00:30:31to undermine the company.
00:30:34What is this? What are you doing?
00:30:38These are communications between Dwayne and Melody Healthcare.
00:30:41He leaked our strategy.
00:30:46You're fired, Dwayne. Effective immediately.
00:30:48I've been with you since you founded the company.
00:30:51All these years, I'm never the CEO, but you give it to your daughter?
00:30:53I've always known you were ambitious, but I never thought you would stoop this low.
00:30:58Your lack of trustworthiness is why you were never CEO.
00:31:03We built this company on integrity and trust.
00:31:06Values you clearly lack.
00:31:10Security, escort Mr. Kaiser out.
00:31:13Wait.
00:31:15D-
00:31:15Mia, we're so proud of you.
00:31:27You really handled the crisis well.
00:31:31You truly are a Gerber.
00:31:36Noah, I can't thank you enough.
00:31:38Of course.
00:31:39You know I'd do anything for you.
00:31:40You know, I never asked, but how did you get your hands on those documents?
00:31:46It all started with an anonymous tip.
00:31:49Someone delivered photos of Dwayne meeting with the owner of Melody Healthcare,
00:31:52and I intercepted the tip.
00:31:57This is your schedule for the week.
00:31:59And what's this?
00:32:00Um, seems to be about Mr. Kaiser.
00:32:03Okay, I'll take that too.
00:32:04Thanks.
00:32:05Thanks.
00:32:05Thanks.
00:32:05Thanks.
00:32:05Thanks.
00:32:10Anonymous.
00:32:16Who would do that?
00:32:18I don't know.
00:32:19But the photos led me to dig deeper,
00:32:21and eventually I found clear evidence of his betrayal.
00:32:26Can I see the photos?
00:32:34I think I might know who's behind this,
00:32:36but I need to confirm.
00:32:38Hey.
00:32:40Ethan.
00:32:42I need to talk to you about these photos.
00:32:45Is this you?
00:32:45In the reflection?
00:32:46Were you following Dwayne?
00:32:48Yeah, it's me.
00:32:50Joshua asked me to keep an eye on Dwayne.
00:32:52He's had his suspicions about Dwayne's loyalty for a while.
00:32:55We then delivered the photos.
00:32:58Mr. Lane.
00:32:59What a surprise.
00:33:02Should I tell Miss Lane you're here?
00:33:04No need to.
00:33:04Why couldn't Joshua just tell me about his suspicions?
00:33:12Joshua's a...
00:33:13He's a complicated man.
00:33:16He means well, but he struggles with expressing himself.
00:33:19He's never gone through such steps for anyone before Mia.
00:33:21This must mean he cares about you.
00:33:24He could just talk to me next time.
00:33:26Well, Joshua has his ways.
00:33:29He might not show it, but he cares deeply.
00:33:33I just ask that you...
00:33:34Don't hurt him.
00:33:37I won't.
00:33:37You're a loyal friend, Ethan.
00:33:48Joshua, I need to talk to you.
00:33:51It's about Dwayne Kaiser and Melody Healthcare.
00:33:53What about it?
00:33:55I know you sent Ethan to follow Dwayne.
00:33:57Why didn't you just talk to me?
00:33:59It just seemed like the best course of action at the time.
00:34:02Joshua, is there more to this marriage than the Alliance?
00:34:06Did you do it because...
00:34:07No, no.
00:34:08It's nothing like that.
00:34:09I just couldn't have my wife being voted out as CEO on paper.
00:34:13You'd look bad for me.
00:34:15So it's all about appearances?
00:34:17Yes, Mia.
00:34:18It's all it ever is.
00:34:19We agreed to a business arrangement.
00:34:22Joshua, I'm so tired of this.
00:34:24Of living in a fantasy where I never actually get to know you.
00:34:28I'm more than just a tool for business advancement or keeping up appearances.
00:34:36I want a divorce.
00:34:37I want a divorce.
00:34:44You sure about this?
00:34:48I deserve something real in my life, Joshua.
00:34:50Not this...
00:34:52facade.
00:34:53I deserve to be more than just a business arrangement in somebody's life.
00:34:58I want genuine happiness.
00:35:01I understand.
00:35:02If that's what you want.
00:35:07Joshua, please.
00:35:08Let's proceed with the divorce.
00:35:12Let's proceed with the divorce.
00:35:13We are welcome.
00:35:14We are welcome.
00:35:17You're welcome.
00:35:47Joshua, what are you doing to yourself?
00:35:54Mia. Mia?
00:35:57Here, don't leave, don't leave.
00:36:00You're drunk. Please, help me take him to his car.
00:36:03I'll take him to my place, he shouldn't be alone.
00:36:08Okay. Let's go.
00:36:12Mia. Mia.
00:36:31Morning, Josh.
00:36:33Here, drink this. You've had quite a night.
00:36:37Susie, where am I?
00:36:40This is my apartment.
00:36:42Nothing bad happened.
00:36:44I also drove your car back here.
00:36:46How did I get here?
00:36:48You were really drunk.
00:36:50I didn't think you should be alone.
00:36:52Josh, what happened?
00:36:55It's over between me and Mia.
00:36:57We're getting a divorce.
00:37:01Maybe it was never meant to be.
00:37:08You deserve someone who understands and loves you.
00:37:20No, I can't do this, Susie.
00:37:23Why?
00:37:24I have always loved you.
00:37:27Now that you and Mia are getting a divorce, we can finally be together.
00:37:31Susie, you are a dear friend and like a little sister.
00:37:36It can't be anything more.
00:37:38I'm sorry.
00:37:40Do you really love that Mia Kerber?
00:37:44Uh...
00:37:45Yes, as a matter of fact, I do.
00:37:50I need to go tell her.
00:37:53Now.
00:37:54You are calling and you will get into an automatic quick message.
00:38:24No, uh, hey.
00:38:39I've decided to divorce Joshua.
00:38:41Are you okay?
00:38:43I'm fine.
00:38:44It's just, it's for the best.
00:38:47There's something I need to tell you, not have to listen.
00:38:50Sorry.
00:38:51It's the hospital.
00:38:52Hello?
00:38:53What?
00:38:55What happened?
00:38:56Is he okay?
00:38:58Okay, yeah, I'll be right there.
00:39:00What's wrong?
00:39:01It's Joshua.
00:39:02He's been in an accident.
00:39:10Excuse me, excuse me.
00:39:12I'm here for Joshua Lane.
00:39:20Joshua.
00:39:21Miss Gerber?
00:39:25Yeah.
00:39:25We found that Mr. Lane was attempting to call you when the accident occurred.
00:39:31It's somebody's fault.
00:39:32It was nobody's fault.
00:39:36It was an accident.
00:39:36But right now, he needs you.
00:39:40Do your best to help him wake up, will you?
00:39:44I won't leave you, Joshua.
00:39:46You remember that soup you made me?
00:39:51It meant the world to me.
00:39:56Whenever you get better, I'm going to make you that soup.
00:40:00Because I know it was your mom's recipe.
00:40:04It was those little moments with you.
00:40:08You know, whenever we would wake up and come out of our rooms and see each other in the morning,
00:40:13sometimes that was the happiest part of my day.
00:40:26Please come back to me.
00:40:27This is all your fault, Mia.
00:40:34You drove him to this.
00:40:36You hurt him.
00:40:38And now, look what's happened to him.
00:40:41Sorry.
00:40:47Mia, we have a problem.
00:40:48Eleanor and Alex are plotting to make Alex the new CEO while Joshua's in a coma.
00:40:54Now even Joshua's father has been convinced.
00:40:56So they're using Joshua's condition to their advantage.
00:40:59I won't stand for it.
00:41:01What's the plan?
00:41:02I'm meeting with Mr. Lane.
00:41:04He's a key shareholder of Lane Holdings.
00:41:06His voice can sway their opinion.
00:41:10Thank you for agreeing to meet me on such short notice, Mr. Lane.
00:41:13I've always been curious about the famous Mia Gerber.
00:41:16After all, she's the one who led Gerber Corporation.
00:41:18To the next level.
00:41:20You're too kind.
00:41:21I'm merely stating a fact.
00:41:22Not everyone in the second generation is as capable as you.
00:41:26So, tell me.
00:41:28Why do you want to see me?
00:41:30Is it about Alex being the new CEO?
00:41:33You're a wise man, Mr. Lane.
00:41:35Joshua's vision has been the driving force behind Lane Holdings.
00:41:40We cannot allow Alex to derail that.
00:41:42I can't do anything at this time.
00:41:45Joshua is out of commission.
00:41:47It's best to have someone lead the company.
00:41:50Gerald is not in good health after a stroke.
00:41:54Alex is the only choice.
00:41:56What if I told you there's another choice?
00:42:01What if I told you there's another choice?
00:42:04I can be the interim CEO of Lane Holdings as Joshua's legal wife.
00:42:09I can uphold his legacy and, as you mentioned before, I'm a very capable CEO in my own right.
00:42:16Your vote, of course, is crucial, but more than anything, people trust your judgment.
00:42:21If you choose to have faith in me, others will follow.
00:42:25And I promise, I won't disappoint.
00:42:28Can you run two companies at the same time?
00:42:31I have a very capable team over at Gerber Corporation.
00:42:34They'll keep things running smoothly, even if I'm not there full-time.
00:42:38I'll devote my time to Lane Holdings until Joshua gets better.
00:42:42What if he doesn't?
00:42:44He will.
00:42:45I admire your tenacity.
00:42:48I'll do what I can.
00:42:50Thank you, Mr. Lane.
00:43:09I'll fight for you, Joshua.
00:43:12You did the same for me.
00:43:15I will let you down.
00:43:24Given Joshua's current condition, I propose Mia Gerber as the interim CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:43:32Mia Gerber?
00:43:33She's from a different company.
00:43:35How is she even qualified?
00:43:36Mia is Joshua's wife, the legal heir.
00:43:39She's proven her capabilities with Gerber Corporation,
00:43:42but combining the strengths of both companies and her leadership will only make Lane Holdings strong.
00:43:48This is absurd.
00:43:49Mia is practically a stranger to our company's operations.
00:43:53While I appreciate your concerns,
00:43:56I think my track record speaks for itself.
00:44:00And unlike Alex here, who has had his hand in multiple questionable business dealings,
00:44:05I offer a clean slate and a fresh perspective.
00:44:09I agree with Mr. Lang.
00:44:11Mia's appointment as interim CEO is the best course of action for now.
00:44:15With that, stop, Alex.
00:44:23Joshua, I hope you're proud.
00:44:29Let's go.
00:44:31Ain't gonna take over, no consequences, Mia?
00:44:34I'm gonna make her pay.
00:44:35I won't be touching her.
00:44:39Who the fuck are you?
00:44:46Dammit, she's caught.
00:44:47Take care of me.
00:44:56See the security camera?
00:44:58I'm gonna get the footage.
00:45:00And if you ever try and hurt me again,
00:45:01I'll call the police.
00:45:02You'll never become a CEO of Lane Holdings.
00:45:05Ever.
00:45:06God damn it!
00:45:10No.
00:45:18Thanks.
00:45:26Noah, what happened?
00:45:27Don't worry, I'm fine.
00:45:30You're not...
00:45:31I'm fine, you're bleeding.
00:45:32Are you okay?
00:45:40Thanks, but the reason I came over
00:45:42was because I wanted to finish our conversation from before.
00:45:45Mrs. Lane.
00:45:46It's Mr. Lane.
00:45:47He's waking up from the coma.
00:45:51I have to go to the hospital.
00:45:53Sorry.
00:45:54I just want to take something quick.
00:45:54No, no, nothing's more important than Joshua right now.
00:45:56Joshua, Joshua, Joshua, Joshua.
00:46:03It's fucking Joshua, huh?
00:46:06Yeah.
00:46:08When you wake up,
00:46:10we can be together.
00:46:11Mia doesn't deserve you.
00:46:12Mia doesn't deserve you.
00:46:14But you and I,
00:46:17we are meant to be.
00:46:23Mia.
00:46:25Joshua, you're awake.
00:46:29Mia.
00:46:31Excuse me, miss.
00:46:32Mr. Lane?
00:46:38Mr. Lane?
00:46:39Mia.
00:46:41Can you hear me, sir?
00:46:42Mia.
00:46:43Call his wife, Mia Gerber, immediately.
00:46:45Mr. Lane, I need you to concentrate for me.
00:46:47Do you remember what day it is?
00:46:50Mia.
00:46:51Yes, we're getting your wife right now, sir.
00:46:53I'm sorry.
00:46:58Joshua.
00:46:59I'm sorry.
00:47:00This is all my fault.
00:47:01No, Mia.
00:47:03Don't blame yourself.
00:47:05It's a price I was willing to pay.
00:47:07You got hurt because of me.
00:47:09Mia, listen to me.
00:47:14I'm sorry for all the pain I've caused you.
00:47:17For not being honest about my feelings.
00:47:21I was afraid to admit it.
00:47:23Even to myself.
00:47:25I can't hide it anymore.
00:47:28I love you, Mia.
00:47:31I never thought I'd hear you say those words.
00:47:34I should have said them sooner.
00:47:38I love you too, Joshua.
00:47:53I love you too, Joshua.
00:47:56I love you too, Joshua.
00:47:57I love you too, Joshua.
00:47:58I love you too, Joshua.
00:48:08What do you want, Dwayne?
00:48:10Just to talk.
00:48:11You are underappreciated, Noah.
00:48:16Maybe we could help each other out.
00:48:20Do you, Joshua Lane, take Mia Gerber for your lawfully wedded wife?
00:48:25I do.
00:48:27And you, Mia Gerber, do you take Joshua Lane for your lawfully wedded husband?
00:48:32You may now kiss the bride.
00:48:41Bradley, I'm pregnant.
00:48:44You're going to be your father.
00:48:48What's she doing here?
00:48:50What do you think?
00:48:51No need to hide anymore.
00:48:53I'm leaving you for Catherine.
00:48:56Unlike you, I'm young and rich.
00:48:58I can give Bradley what he deserves.
00:49:00Catherine hired me to be vice president to her family's hospital.
00:49:03She's also way better in bed.
00:49:05What's that?
00:49:11She's pregnant.
00:49:14What?
00:49:15She must be faking it to trap you.
00:49:18No, it's real.
00:49:19I'm so desperate.
00:49:20Give it back.
00:49:22Stop.
00:49:22Give it back.
00:49:23Stop.
00:49:24Help me.
00:49:43What happened?
00:49:45The baby.
00:49:46Is the baby okay?
00:49:50I'm so sorry.
00:49:52We've lost the baby.
00:49:59So sorry, Mia.
00:50:04We're right here, sweetheart.
00:50:06We're right here.
00:50:15I won't let Bradley and that woman get away with this.
00:50:20I'm ready to come back, Dan.
00:50:22Well, revenge won't heal the heart.
00:50:24This isn't about revenge.
00:50:26This is about holding them accountable.
00:50:28Are you sure you're ready for this?
00:50:30I've been preparing for years, Mom.
00:50:32Okay.
00:50:33But there is a condition.
00:50:36I have an important announcement.
00:50:41My daughter, Mia Gerber, will be the new CEO of Gerber Corporation.
00:50:47Is Mia ready for such a big role?
00:50:49I've been concealing my identity to go undercover within the industry.
00:50:52I've learned our competitors from the inside.
00:50:55Trust me.
00:50:56I'm more than ready.
00:50:57I'm more than ready.
00:51:00Furthermore, Mia will marry Joshua Lane from Lane Holdings.
00:51:05And this alliance will strengthen our company and secure our future.
00:51:11Isn't Joshua Lane famous for being called the Ruffles?
00:51:23That's what I heard.
00:51:24But I think it'll be good for the company.
00:51:26I don't think it'll be good for them to see more.
00:51:28Joshua Lane has always been so distant with people.
00:51:52Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:51:56You're just the other woman that can't stop chasing me.
00:52:01Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex will give me a grandson.
00:52:06But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:52:13We need an heir after all.
00:52:14Eleanor, that's enough.
00:52:17I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to leave Lane Holdings.
00:52:23Quite the contrary.
00:52:24Actually, Joshua's very passionate.
00:52:28Especially in the bedroom.
00:52:30No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
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00:52:38Let's get one thing straight, Mia.
00:52:40This marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world.
00:52:44Don't expect any affection from me.
00:52:46Understood.
00:52:47And vice versa.
00:52:48My parents want to set up a dinner with us.
00:53:07My assistant will set it up.
00:53:08She can coordinate schedules with my assistant.
00:53:11Done.
00:53:11Joshua has always been so distant with people.
00:53:24Unlike Alex here, who's so popular and charismatic.
00:53:28You should see all the women that can't stop chasing.
00:53:33Well, at least I don't have to worry if Alex will give me a grandson.
00:53:38But I wonder, Joshua, if you can even warm up enough to give me a child.
00:53:45We need an heir after all.
00:53:47Eleanor, that's enough.
00:53:49I'm just saying, perhaps Alex is a better fit to leave Lane Holden.
00:53:55Quite the contrary.
00:53:57Actually, Joshua's very passionate.
00:54:01Especially in the bedroom.
00:54:02No doubt that you'll have that heir soon.
00:54:11For your information, passion is not in my DNA.
00:54:15Nor does it align with my personal brand.
00:54:17But still, thank you for standing up for me.
00:54:24I just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude.
00:54:33Get the campaign ready.
00:54:35I want that jerk out, Asa.
00:54:41Noah, hey.
00:54:43I need a favor.
00:54:47I have evidence of Alex's scheme against you.
00:54:51But don't worry, I've already taken care of it.
00:54:55I always knew Eleanor and Alex to be after my position.
00:54:58I just didn't expect Alex to be this bold.
00:55:01How do you know about this?
00:55:03Alex struck me as opportunistic.
00:55:04A smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholders' opinion.
00:55:08And Eleanor's background in PR made this move predictable.
00:55:11You're more perceptive than I thought.
00:55:13Why are you helping me?
00:55:19Our family's alliance is crucial.
00:55:21Protecting you means protecting the Gerber Corporation.
00:55:24It's all business.
00:55:28Business, right.
00:55:30Well, in that case, I should help you with your beef with Catherine and Bradley, right?
00:55:33How did you know about that?
00:55:38Didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks.
00:55:42I just don't get what the big deal about your ex is.
00:55:45I mean, he cheated on you.
00:55:47So what?
00:55:50She must be faking it to trap you.
00:55:53How dare you?
00:55:57You had no right to dig into my past like that.
00:56:01I can take care of myself.
00:56:06What just happened?
00:56:10I want to know what happened to Mia during that gap.
00:56:12After the breakup.
00:56:14Mia helped me.
00:56:15But unless I understand that part of the puzzle,
00:56:17I won't be able to return my favor.
00:56:20To care for her?
00:56:20Don't dislike her?
00:56:25Now, Mia deserves someone who truly loves her.
00:56:28Not you.
00:56:30She's a grown woman.
00:56:31She knows what she wants.
00:56:33Nobody gets to tell her what she deserves.
00:56:35Especially not you.
00:56:43You can choose not to share the information.
00:56:46But you won't be helping her.
00:56:50Your choice.
00:56:50All right.
00:56:54Look.
00:56:56If you have to know,
00:56:58unfortunately,
00:57:00Mia had a miscarriage
00:57:01because of an accident involving Bradley and Catherine.
00:57:04How are you feeling?
00:57:21It's none of your business.
00:57:23Not that you would know what that means.
00:57:25I'm sorry for overstepping and being insensitive.
00:57:29I learned about your miscarriage.
00:57:31I had no idea.
00:57:32You didn't know.
00:57:33You didn't know?
00:57:33That doesn't excuse my behavior.
00:57:37I apologize.
00:57:39I may have overreacted.
00:57:41You were hurting.
00:57:42That's understandable.
00:57:43So you're not a robot.
00:57:45Like everyone says you are.
00:57:47Of course I'm not.
00:57:48Who says that?
00:57:50Everyone.
00:57:51Your family, your friends, your co-workers, enemies.
00:57:56I even heard the maids joking about it the other day.
00:57:58Fire them all.
00:58:00No, no.
00:58:01No, it's okay.
00:58:03They're allowed to joke.
00:58:05They've been doing a wonderful job.
00:58:07Besides, I think you should talk like this.
00:58:11It suits you.
00:58:13It's not funny.
00:58:14It's late.
00:58:20I'm going to bed.
00:58:22Okay.
00:58:24Good night.
00:58:29Talk like this.
00:58:44Go ahead with plan.
00:58:47Short the stock of Catherine's company.
00:58:49I want to see them bleed.
00:58:57Mia, you need to see this.
00:58:59The stock of Catherine's hospital has been shortened dramatically.
00:59:02They're on the verge of bankruptcy.
00:59:04Just a week?
00:59:05How is this possible?
00:59:06Seems like a coordinated attack.
00:59:08Someone powerful is behind this.
00:59:13Joshua.
00:59:14Did you short Catherine's stock?
00:59:22Yes, I did.
00:59:23Why?
00:59:24Strictly for business.
00:59:25To protect our family's alliances.
00:59:27Your enemies are my enemies now.
00:59:29Thank you, Joshua.
00:59:31I just did what's necessary.
00:59:32Just like you would do.
00:59:33You ought to pay a little visit to Bradley and Catherine.
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00:59:39Susie, it's been ages.
00:59:47When's the last time we saw each other?
00:59:51Four years ago.
00:59:52Before I went abroad.
00:59:54It's been too long.
00:59:56Welcome back, Sus.
00:59:56I came back just for you.
00:59:58Susie, this is my wife, Mia.
01:00:07Mia, this is Susie, an old friend of mine.
01:00:10So, you're the one Joshua had to marry.
01:00:14Oh, Susie.
01:00:15That's enough.
01:00:17Joshua and I have a special bond.
01:00:20You know?
01:00:20We've been friends since, like, forever.
01:00:24He means a lot to me.
01:00:26I want him to be happy.
01:00:27I think we all want that.
01:00:29Do you?
01:00:30Well, Joshua and I talk often over the phone.
01:00:33He confides in me.
01:00:35I'm one of the few he truly trusts.
01:00:38He mentioned he was quite unhappy about the marriage.
01:00:41Right.
01:00:42Uh, well, it seems like you two have a lot to catch up on.
01:00:45So, I'll leave you to it.
01:00:55How's it going?
01:00:58It's this marriage.
01:01:00It's Joshua.
01:01:00He's like a shadow.
01:01:01He's always there, but never really close.
01:01:06You deserve someone who can give you all the love and appreciation you need.
01:01:11Remember, if you ever need anything, I'm here.
01:01:15Thank you, Noah.
01:01:19How can I live without you?
01:01:23I can't live without you.
01:01:30Joshua.
01:01:48We can't be like this forever.
01:01:50We have to talk.
01:01:50Why don't you talk to Noah?
01:01:55Seems like you have plenty to say to him.
01:01:57I don't even know what that means.
01:01:59There's nothing between Noah and me.
01:02:01You and Susie, on the other hand.
01:02:03What?
01:02:05Whatever you think, I don't care.
01:02:06What's he doing here?
01:02:26Look, I'm here to deliver some documents to Mia.
01:02:29And if you ever hurt her, just know that I will protect her at all costs.
01:02:44Then what exactly have you done to protect her?
01:02:47Seems like I'll talk with no action.
01:02:49What are you two doing?
01:02:53What's going on here?
01:02:54Joshua, why are you acting so rash?
01:02:55This is ridiculous.
01:02:57You invite him into our house just to talk to him?
01:02:59I didn't invite...
01:03:00Joshua!
01:03:01I'm sorry, Mia.
01:03:02I didn't mean to cause any drift between you two.
01:03:04It wasn't my intention.
01:03:05It's fine.
01:03:07Why are you here?
01:03:08I'm here to protect you and the company.
01:03:11I suspect that Dwayne Kaiser has been conspiring with Melody Healthcare.
01:03:17Is that Dwayne?
01:03:19And the CEO of Melody Healthcare.
01:03:20Okay.
01:03:25Why do you look so sullen all the time?
01:03:31Doesn't it look good on you?
01:03:34Wow.
01:03:36Thanks for the comfort.
01:03:41Damn it.
01:03:42Why do I have to say that like that?
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01:03:48Bradley, I'm pregnant.
01:03:50You're going to be your father.
01:03:51What's she doing here?
01:03:55What do you think?
01:03:57No need to hide anymore.
01:03:58I'm leaving you.
01:04:00For Catherine.
01:04:01Unlike you, I'm young and rich.
01:04:04I can give Bradley what he deserves.
01:04:06Catherine hired me to be vice president in her family's hospital.
01:04:09She's also way better in bed.
01:04:11What's that?
01:04:18She's pregnant?
01:04:20What?
01:04:20She must be faking it to trap you.
01:04:24No, it's not.
01:04:24She still has to break.
01:04:26Give it back.
01:04:27Stop.
01:04:28Give it back.
01:04:29Stop.
01:04:30Oh.
01:04:31Oh.
01:04:33Oh.
01:04:34Oh.
01:04:34Oh.
01:04:35Oh.
01:04:37Oh.
01:04:38Oh.
01:04:43Oh.
01:04:45Oh.
01:04:45Oh.
01:04:46Oh.
01:04:46Oh.
01:04:46Oh.
01:04:46Oh.
01:04:46Oh.
01:04:47Oh.
01:04:47Oh.
01:04:48Oh.
01:04:48Oh.
01:04:49Oh.
01:04:49Oh.
01:04:50what happened the baby is the baby okay
01:05:02i'm so sorry
01:05:06we've lost the baby
01:05:10so sorry
01:05:14we're right here sweetheart we're right here
01:05:21i won't let bradley and that woman get away with this i'm ready to come back dad well revenge won't heal
01:05:38the heart this isn't about revenge this is about holding them accountable are you sure you're
01:05:43ready for this i've been preparing for years mom okay but there is a condition
01:05:50i have an important announcement my daughter mia gerber will be the new ceo of gerber corporation
01:06:01is mia ready for such a big role i've been concealing my identity to go undercover within the industry
01:06:06i've learned our competitors from the inside trust me i'm more than ready
01:06:13furthermore mia will marry joshua lane from lane holdings
01:06:19mia will marry joshua lane from lane holdings
01:06:24there is a condition you're going to have to marry joshua lane the heir of lane holdings
01:06:32i mean it's never even met this guy before it's a strategic alliance noah it's what's best for our
01:06:40families and the company i'll do it
01:06:43i'll marry joshua lane if that's what it takes
01:06:48and this alliance
01:06:52will strengthen our company and secure our future
01:06:56isn't joshua lane famous for being called the little ruffles
01:07:07that's what i heard but i think it'll be good for the company i don't think it'll be good for the new ceo
01:07:13joshua i was hoping not interested get lost
01:07:37man you are brutal that's the fifth girl you've turned down tonight
01:07:44hey i heard you're getting hitched to mia gerber
01:07:47why didn't you turn her down
01:07:49this marriage is what my parents want
01:07:51couldn't care less about her
01:07:52oh come on she's the heiress to the gerber corporation
01:07:55there must be some perks to her
01:07:57perks or not
01:07:58she'll learn quickly that i'm not one to be messed with
01:08:00gonna give her a hard time huh
01:08:02let's just say that she's got something coming
01:08:05do you joshua lane take mia gerber for your lawfully wedded wife
01:08:19i do
01:08:20and you mia gerber do you take joshua lane for your lawfully wedded husband
01:08:27i do
01:08:28um the rings
01:08:31we may now kiss the bride
01:08:41let's get one thing straight mia
01:08:55this marriage is a show for our family and the rest of the world
01:08:59don't expect any affection from me
01:09:01understood
01:09:02and vice versa
01:09:04my parents want to set up a dinner with us
01:09:22my assistant will set it up
01:09:23she can coordinate schedules with my assistant
01:09:25joshua has always been so distant with people
01:09:38unlike alex here who's so popular and charismatic
01:09:55you should see all the women i can't stop chasing
01:09:59well at least i don't have to worry if alex can give me a grandson
01:10:05but i wonder joshua
01:10:07if you can even warm up enough to give me a child
01:10:11we need an heir after all
01:10:13melanor
01:10:14that's enough
01:10:16i'm just saying
01:10:18perhaps alex is a better fit to leave lane holden
01:10:22quite the contrary
01:10:23actually joshua's very passionate
01:10:27especially in the bedroom
01:10:29no doubt that you'll have that
01:10:30air
01:10:31soon
01:10:32for your information
01:10:39passion is not in my dna
01:10:41nor does it align with my personal brand
01:10:44but still
01:10:46thank you for standing up for me
01:10:49i just didn't appreciate your stepmom's attitude
01:10:53get the campaign ready
01:11:01i want that jerk out
01:11:03asa
01:11:04no
01:11:08hey
01:11:09i need a favor
01:11:10you're right
01:11:15alex and eleanor lane are behind a smear campaign against joshua
01:11:18blue diamond pr is already involved
01:11:20what agency are we using
01:11:23we're still deciding
01:11:25bids are open for this year's contract
01:11:26perfect
01:11:29i have a plan
01:11:31i'm offering the gerber corporation's annual pr budget
01:11:37it's one of the largest in the industry
01:11:39that's an enticing offer miss gerber
01:11:42what do you ask of me in return
01:11:45i need you to withdraw from any campaign against joshua lane
01:11:48i don't mind i'll cover the cancellation fee
01:11:51you have a deal
01:11:58the gerber corporation account is too good to pass up
01:12:02there's a little more
01:12:04i need you to spread the word
01:12:06any pr firm
01:12:08that goes against joshua lane
01:12:10will be blacklisted from the gerber corporation
01:12:12and our allies
01:12:13you got it
01:12:15no one in this industry would be stupid enough
01:12:17to fight against the gerber corporation
01:12:20wonderful
01:12:21looking forward to a fruitful partnership
01:12:24i have evidence of alex's scheme against y'all
01:12:32but don't worry i've already taken care of it
01:12:35i always knew eleanor and alex to be after my position
01:12:40i just didn't expect alex to be this bold
01:12:42how do you know about this
01:12:45alex struck me as opportunistic
01:12:46a smear campaign is the easiest way to sway the shareholders opinion
01:12:49and eleanor's background in pr made this move predictable
01:12:53you're more perceptive than i thought
01:12:56why are you helping me
01:12:58our family's alliance is crucial
01:13:03protecting you means protecting the gerber corporation
01:13:05it's all business
01:13:07business right
01:13:11well in that case i should help you with your beef with katherine and bradley right
01:13:15how did you know about that
01:13:19didn't expect me to enter into the marriage without doing background checks
01:13:24i just don't get what the big deal about your ex is
01:13:27i mean he cheated on you
01:13:29so what
01:13:30she must be faking it to trap you
01:13:35how dare you
01:13:39you had no right to dig into my past like that
01:13:42i can take care of myself
01:13:44what just happened
01:13:49to your new position as senior vp
01:13:56and it's all thanks to my help of course
01:13:59absolutely
01:14:00you're my lucky charm honey
01:14:02maybe
01:14:02imagine if i'd stayed with me
01:14:09poor and tireless
01:14:11that's all she ever was
01:14:12she's a joke
01:14:13a stepping stone at best
01:14:16you by my side
01:14:17we are unstoppable
01:14:18katherine's hospital is resisting our acquisition
01:14:32bradley as the new senior vp is reading the pushback
01:14:36do they know i'm the ceo yet
01:14:38no as per your request
01:14:39perfect keep at it
01:14:42now how do i pull this off
01:14:48there are gaps in mia's medical record right after her breakup
01:15:01but these are from the gerber corporation's own hospital
01:15:03only someone higher up from within can access it
01:15:06you
01:15:08you
01:15:12you
01:15:14you
01:15:16you
01:15:17you
01:15:21you
01:15:23you