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