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