BILLIONAIRE WOMAN PRETENDS To Be POOR GIRL and Was Bullied by Husband’s Family Right on Wedding Day

Go wash my socks. And don’t think just because your family has money, you can ignore your mother-in-law. Go on, wash them right now. I was far too easy to bully before. That’s why everyone thought they could walk all over me. What kind of vicious mother-in-law makes a pregnant woman wash her filthy socks? You’re either stupid or cruel.

 Why should I listen to someone who’s both stupid and cruel? Are you rebelling against me now?  You look healthy enough. Washing a few hundred pairs shouldn’t be a problem for you.  Go take them.  Take your filthy socks with you. What’s gotten into Rose? Why is she suddenly so difficult to deal with? The parking spot is empty.

 Looks like Rose already drove off. You dared fight me over Brutus. Rose, this time you’re going to die. Be good, baby. In just half an hour, the brakes will stop working. Then mommy can take you and start a brand new life. Scarlet, what brings you here? Rose isn’t home. She must have driven to her prenatal appointment just like I thought.

 I missed you, so I came by to see you. Why bother visiting an old woman like me? Taking care of yourself is what matters now. You’re carrying my grandson. Unlike Rose, not only is she carrying a useless baby girl, she even dared raise her voice at me. I wish Brutus would divorce her already.

 I’m sick of seeing her face. Don’t worry. After today, she won’t bother you anymore. What do you mean? Because today she’s going to die. Don’t talk nonsense.  I’m not. Just wait a little longer. The news of Rose’s death will arrive soon.  Where’s Brutus?  In the bedroom. I have to tell him the good news. Rose, why are you here? Where else would I be? Impossible.

 She should have died in that crash. Weren’t you supposed to drive to your prenatal appointment? I was going to, but someone else took the car. Who took it?  Your cousin Brutus. Brutus drove that car. Scarlet, you said Rose was going to die, but she’s standing right here. How was she supposed to die? She was supposed to have a car accident on her way to the prenatal clinic, but Brutus took the car instead.

When did he leave? About 15 minutes ago. [sighs and gasps] The brakes take 30 minutes to fail. There’s still time. I have to find him now. Trying to warn Brutus. I won’t let you. Wait. We haven’t seen each other in ages. Why rush off? I really have something urgent. Don’t be in such a hurry. Rose, what’s wrong with you? How can you be this clumsy? I’m so sorry.

 My hand slipped. Your clothes are soaked. Why don’t you go change?  Rose is right. You’re not like before. You need to take care of yourself now. Changing will take too long. It’s only a little water. I need to go. No, you can’t go outside in wet clothes. What if you catch a cold? Who’s going to take responsibility? Listen to her.

 I’d be heartbroken if you got sick. What am I supposed to do? I have to warn Brutus. Why isn’t he answering? Pick up. Please pick up.  Hello. Scarlet.  Brutus, I can’t let Rose hear this. If she finds out I tampered with the car, everything is over. I thought I heard you talking to Brutus. No, you must have heard wrong.

 You’re not hiding something from me, are you? Of course not. Then let me see your phone.  Good thing I hid the call history. She’ll never find it. I couldn’t possibly invade your privacy. I’ll just hold on to the phone for now. Brutus is rarely away. We should sit down and have a proper talk. You’re changed now. Come on, let’s eat.

Eat more, Scarlet.  The longer this takes, the more danger Brutus is in. What am I supposed to do?  I just need to send an urgent message. Eat first. Whatever it is, can wait until you’re finished. Rose is right. In your condition, you need to eat more. Brutus, didn’t you just say you weren’t in contact with him? That’s right.

I don’t know why he’s suddenly calling me. If he’s calling you while he’s out, it must be important. Go ahead, answer it. If I answer now, everything will be exposed. I’ll become the one responsible for the crash. Why are you hesitating? You’re not hiding something from me, are you? Of course not. Then answer it.

It’s fine. Really, if you don’t want to answer, I can call him back for you. No, don’t. It’s probably nothing. My stomach hurts. I need the bathroom. It’s already too late. In my previous life, the brakes had failed by this point. [gasps] It’s too late. The time’s almost up. Hello, Scarlet.  Brutus, where are you?  Don’t rush me. I’m almost there.

Wait for me at the maternity clinic.  The maternity clinic? I’m not there. [gasps] I’m at your house. But Brutus, listen to me first.  Good. Stay there. Didn’t you say I was too soft on Rose? This time I’ll show you exactly how I’m going to deal with her. I’m turning around. [sighs and gasps]  No. No, don’t turn around.

 Why aren’t the brakes working?  Brutus. Brutus. Something happened.  Red one.  Hello. Are you a family member of Brutus Hail? He’s been in a car accident. Please come to West Brbridge Medical Center immediately. Hello. Are you still there?  Yes. How did this happen? I’ll be there right away. Doctor,

where is my son? Brutus, [gasps] my poor son. How am I supposed to live if something happens to him?  Baby, we’re about to start a new life.  Brutus, [gasps and laughter] please be okay. [gasps] Brutus, why is he still alive?  Are you all right? They said you’d been in a car accident.  I’m fine. The airbags deployed.

 I only got a few minor injuries.  This is all Rose’s fault.  She made it sound like you were about to die. Hubby, I’m glad you’re okay. I didn’t expect the accident to leave you with only minor injuries. You really are lucky.  It must be because my son has always done good deeds. Heaven protected you.

 Mom, I’m sorry I worried you.  As long as you’re okay. Are you hurt anywhere?  I’m fine.   Why did heaven spare you? Why didn’t you die? [snorts and gasps] Who are you? Why are you in the women’s restroom? First, this is the men’s restroom. Second, you’re pregnant. Carrying this much murderous anger isn’t good for the baby, and damaging public property means you have to pay for it.

[sighs and gasps]  I’m sorry.  I’m not interested in your story.  [gasps]  What’s wrong?  What’s wrong with you? Please [gasps] begging you. You have to save my baby. My baby. Doctor, where is my baby? Please tell me.  I’m sorry. [sighs] [gasps]  Sorry. What do you mean? Tell me where my baby is.

 The baby is gone.  [sighs] [gasps] Gone.  [sighs]  It appears you’ve taken medication intended to terminate a pregnancy. The baby couldn’t be saved. [gasps]  No, doctor. I never took that medicine. I never drank that bowl of pregnancy ending medicine.  From your condition, this wasn’t a one-time dose.

 It appears to have been chronic. [gasps] chronic. [gasps] Oh,  you must have taken it many times before. It accumulated in your body over a long period. Honestly, the pregnancy should have ended much earlier.  Drink it while it’s warm. It’s good for you and the baby.  Those bowls, Brutus was the one who kept bringing them to me.

So, it wasn’t just that one bowl. There were countless bowls before it.  Would you like me to contact your husband?  Husband?  What husband? I don’t have one anymore. [gasps] I’m sorry for troubling you earlier. Here’s my card. If you ever need anything, contact me.  You brat.

 I told you to come visit me at the hospital. Where have you been?  I happen to help someone.  You helped someone? Since when did you become so kindhearted? Brutus, don’t.  Rose will be back soon.  If she comes back, we’ll just make up an excuse.  Are you really okay? You scared me to death today. Speaking of that, [clears throat] why were you acting so strangely on the phone today?  [sighs and gasps]  Nothing.

You’re overthinking it.  Good. I have a plan. Don’t act on your own again.  So, you still can’t bear to leave her? Is it because she’s carrying your child that you won’t divorce her? Do you expect my son to stay illegitimate forever? How could I possibly care about her? The baby in Rose’s belly won’t survive anyway.

 You knew the deal.  Mhm.  Then why won’t you divorce her?  Because those old board members keep protecting Rose. After all, her father left the company to us. Rose and I each control half the shares. Then the company will be ours. [sighs and gasps]  Really?  But once I secure the contract with Sterling Group, I’ll have a reason to push her off the board.

 Of course, you’re the one I love. Trust me. I’ll give you and our son a complete family.  Then one day, the company will belong to our son.  Rose’s baby should have been eliminated. The toys and the company will all belong to our son.  Rose, you’re back.  Rose, when did you get home?  I just got back. What are you two doing? Scarlet bought a toy for our baby.

 We were just looking at it.  Yes, this is the toy. I thought we should start buying things for the baby early. [sighs and gasps] If I remember correctly, I’m carrying a girl. Girls can play with cars, too. Look, it’s fun. Fun. I’ll show you. Fun. Rose, are you crazy? [panting] Get away from him. Don’t hit Brutus.

Rose, stop it. [sighs and gasps]  Enough. How long are you going to keep making a scene?  Hubby, [gasps] our baby is gone. Really?  Really? [sighs] That was our child. I’m heartbroken. When I saw Scarlet holding that toy, I couldn’t control myself. So because of that, you hit me. [sighs] Scarlet, I didn’t mean to.

 Hubby, our child just disappeared for no reason. I don’t even know why.  It’s only a girl. What benefit would she bring us?  [gasps]  What’s there to be heartbroken about if something happened to the baby and  Don’t you dare say that  enough. Don’t bring it up again. Wife, was the shock from my accident too much for you? Is that why you miscarried? Get some rest.

We can always have more children later. Mr. Cole, I’d like to talk to you. Can we meet? You said you’d help me. Did you really mean it?  Did you call me here just to watch a loving couple take a stroll?  That man is my husband. He killed my daughter. He nearly killed me, too. Now he wants to take my father’s company and turn it

into a wedding gift for himself and his mistress.  I’ll help. What do you need me to do?  You agreed without even asking what I wanted.  I’m idol anyway. Consider it a good deed.  Thank you.  When you need me, contact me directly. I used to hate heaven for sparing him. But now I realize death would be far too easy for him.

 I want him to lose everything. I want everything he reaches for to be taken away from him, one thing at a time.  Hello. Really?  Absolutely. No problem.  Uhhuh. [gasps]  Brutus, what happened? That’s great. Then Rose can finally be pushed out of the game.  Talk about perfect timing. We were just discussing how to speed up the plan.

Sterling Group has agreed to work with me. [sighs] But there’s one condition. [sighs and gasps]  What condition?  They’re insisting that Rose personally organize a sample exhibition for the cooperation.  Mhm. Why does it have to be her?  Uhhuh.  Can’t I be the one supporting you?  Of course you can.

 But Andrew Foster will be attending this time. He was an old friend of Rose’s father. Mhm.  The senior board members all listen to him. When the time comes, they’ll nominate me as chairman of the board.  Hang this one a little higher. How are the preparations going? Everything is ready according to your instructions, Miss Whitmore.

 For the hall, we installed the glass exactly as you requested. From inside, you can see outside, but from outside, you can’t see inside. Very good. Get back to work. Rose, this place looks beautiful. You’ve really worked hard.  I’m your wife. It’s what I should do.  I don’t know what’s been wrong with me lately. My back aches and my knees feel weak.

The chicken broth is starting to work. He’s already losing his hair.  Maybe I’ve just been overworking lately.  Maybe I’ll make you more chicken broth these next few days.  Good. I’m used to drinking it now.  Andrew, welcome. Congratulations, Brutus. I heard you successfully secured Sterling Group’s cooperation.

 We old-timers came specifically to support you today. The chairman’s seat should be yours soon. You’re too kind, Andrew. Rose, I haven’t seen you in a long time. I heard you organized today’s exhibition.  You’re too kind, Andrew.  It’s excellent. No wonder you’re such strong support for Brutus.

 I promised your father I’d look after you. I’ve always thought of you as half a daughter. Brutus, you’d better treat her well. Don’t you dare bully her.  Andrew, what are you saying? Rose is the wife I love most. How could I ever bully her? I left him.  Brutus, you left your tie at my place.  Andrew,  let me explain. Brutus, what’s going on here?  Andrew, don’t misunderstand.

Scarlet is my cousin.  Hello. I’m also Brutus’s secretary. Imagine being his wife and not even noticing he forgot his tie. I’m his cousin and his secretary. Of course, I have to take care of him. Rose, don’t you agree? Being his wife still makes me his wife. What? [snorts] What are you doing? That slap was for being a cousin who doesn’t know how to keep her distance from her married cousin.

[panting] And that one was for being a secretary who acts inappropriately with her CEO. Rose, stop it.  She’s just my cousin.  Hubby. Scarlet’s shameless behavior is damaging your family’s reputation. I’m only helping you teach her some manners.  Rose is right. She’s doing this for your own good. A woman who behaves like this has no place at an important event. Get out.

 [gasps]  Brutus, I’m not leaving.  Do you want to become chairman or do you want this woman? Scarlet, go outside. Brutus. Go outside. Rose, what happened just now was only a misunderstanding.  A misunderstanding? Then that’s good. Today’s important. We can’t afford any more mistakes.  Don’t worry.

 Everything will go smoothly.  Mr. Cole has arrived. Go welcome Mr. Cole. Mr. Cole is here. Let’s go welcome him. Mr. Cole, welcome.  Please excuse Mr. Cole. He’s extremely particular about physical contact and cleanliness.  I understand  the exhibition is very well organized. Who arranged it?  My wife, Rose Whitmore.

 Miss Whitmore. First time meeting you. I’m Ethan Cole.  Hello, Mr. Cole. I’m Rose Whitmore.  You’ve done an excellent job with this exhibition. If everything goes smoothly today, Sterling Group may consider a long-term partnership. A long-term partnership. That would be wonderful. Don’t worry, Mr. Cole.

Everything will go smoothly today. If everything goes smoothly today, Sterling Group may consider a long-term partnership. This is wonderful news, Brutus. You really are an impressive young man. If you secure Sterling Group’s long-term contract, we’ll unanimously nominate you for chairman at the next board meeting.

No one else should have that position but you. I still have a lot to learn. It’s all thanks to my wonderful wife, Rose. Look at these two. They’re such a loving couple. That’s how it should be.  Scarlet Reed, I don’t believe you won’t take the bait. Now, it’s only a matter of time. Thank you for pretending to agree to the cooperation.

 If you only wanted revenge, I could simply refuse to cooperate with him.  Wouldn’t it be more satisfying to let him think everything is already within his grasp and then make him fall as hard as possible? Scarlet, listen to me. [sighs] I’m sorry about what happened back there.

 If it weren’t for the chairman’s position, I wouldn’t even want to touch Rose with one finger. Every minute, every second around her makes me sick.  Really?  Of course. You’re the only one I love.  Then prove it to me.  How? Miss Whitmore, we can’t find Mr. Hail. The event is about to begin. What should we do?  I can’t find him either.

Let’s start without him. The good show is about to begin.  A good show. Good afternoon everyone. Welcome to today’s exhibition. My husband, Brutus Hail, is occupied with important business, so I’ll be hosting the presentation in his place.  What are you doing? The event has already started. I need to go.  Didn’t your good wife already tell everyone? You’re busy with important business. Your wife is right there.

Only one pane of glass separates us. No matter what we do in here, they won’t know.  Isn’t that exciting?  You really know how to make it impossible for me to stop.  If you like excitement so much, I’ll make it even more exciting for you. Ladies and gentlemen, Sterling Group’s most mysterious exhibit is right behind you. Please take a look.

 Isn’t that Mr. Hail? He’s sneaking around with his secretary.  Wasn’t he supposed to be handling important business? So that’s his important business.  Shameless. His wife just lost their baby.  How can he do this to her?  A CEO behaving like this in public. What a disgrace. If Sterling sees this, the partnership could be over.

 Andrew, can Sterling really cooperate with a company led by someone like this? This is Brutus Hail’s personal misconduct. It has nothing to do with Whitmore Group  security. Get him out of there.  Yes, sir.  Wait, why can’t I hear anything outside?  I don’t hear anything either. That glass is soundproof.  So, we’re all standing here watching their little show.

 Brutus, did they discover us? [panting] [gasps] [sighs] Everyone’s looking this way.  They’re here for the exhibition. Who’s going to pay attention to us?  Weren’t you very affectionate a moment ago?  Are you scared now?  I’m only afraid you won’t dare.    Then I’ll show you whether I dare open that door. Drag them out.

 [sighs]  You could see us the whole time. Every bit of it. [gasps] [panting and sighs] [gasps]     Rose, listen to me.  Don’t run. Stop right there.  Rose, please listen to me. Don’t do this.  Why? Why would you treat me like this?  Rose, don’t hit me anymore. I was wrong. I was wrong.

 Mr. Cole, what are you laughing at? Nothing. Perhaps I’m simply moved by such sincere affection. Quite impressive.  Please help Brutus. She’s going to seriously hurt him.  He brought this on himself.  He was the one who cheated first.  He deserves it.  My leg. [sighs] [panting] [gasps] Brutus, are you okay? Everyone, I’m sorry.

An unexpected incident happened today. I have an announcement. From now on, Brutus Hail has no connection to Whitmore Group. He is banned from returning. He will never set foot inside Whitmore Group again.  What? You’re throwing me out of the company.  Not only that,  I want a divorce.  Rose, listen to me.

You hit me and I don’t care. Just let me explain. It’s not what you think.  Explain what? You just betrayed me right here. Everyone here saw it with their own eyes.  Brutus, you’ve completely disgraced Whitmore Group.   Absolutely shameless.  In broad daylight at an event like this, disgusting.

Those two deserve whatever punishment they get. But I’m your husband. I should still have a share of Whitmore Group.  That’s right, Rose. If you divorce him, the assets and shares should be divided in half. Shares. Assets. You actually have the nerve to ask for them.  Scarlet is right. I’m your husband. If you throw me out, you owe me half the assets.

 That’s That’s what I deserve. Deserve. Brutus, have you been living too comfortably all these years? Do you remember what you signed before the wedding?  Andrew, what did I sign before you married Rose? Her father made you sign a prenuptual fidelity agreement. The shares and assets given to you were based on one condition.

You had to remain faithful to this marriage. What? If you were ever unfaithful, all of it would be taken back. Rose, [panting] forgive me. I was wrong. Please, I’m begging you  now. You know you were wrong when you betrayed me. Why didn’t you know you were wrong then? When you harmed me? Why didn’t you know you were wrong then? When you caused our daughter to die.

Why didn’t you know you were wrong then?  Now that you’ve lost everything, you finally know you were wrong.  You know everything.  Not only that, I also know something you don’t know. From today on, no one in this industry will hire you again. Brutus Hail, you’re finished.  It was you. It was you all along.

 [sighs and gasps]  You planned this from the beginning.  Don’t talk nonsense. I didn’t do anything. Security. Get him out of here. [panting] [gasps] [sighs] This is all your fault. [snorts] You vicious, poisonous woman. Cheers to our victory.  Does your revenge against Brutus end here?  This is only the first step.  What else are you planning? What are you smiling about?

 You still haven’t told me what the plan is. [sighs and gasps]  I can’t tell you. Come on, celebrate my being single again.  I want to dance.  Be serious.  Just a little. Miss Whitmore, you need to come home immediately. Something serious has happened. [sighs and gasps] I have to go. Oh god, you’re throwing me out of my own home.

You’re trying to drive me to my grave. I can’t live like this. Abigail, don’t be too upset. Bring Rose Whitmore out here. What right does she have to take my home from me?  This is Miss Whitmore’s residence. If you refuse to leave, we’ll have to remove you.  Her residence. I’ve lived here for years.

 This is my home. Exactly. We’ve lived here for years. Rose can’t just throw us out. We’re not leaving. That’s right. We’re not moving.  Who said you’re not leaving?  Rose, you poisonous woman. You took my company and now you’re throwing me out of my own home.  I used to think you were an obedient, sensible daughter-in-law.

 I never suspected you could be this cruel. You’ve already cost Brutus his company. Can’t you show a little mercy? I told you to clear all the trash out of the house. Why are they still here? Did she just call us trash? Rose, don’t go too far. I’m going too far. You ate my food and lived on my money. The Whitmore group gave you positions and status.

 People outside respected you because of it. And how did you repay me? First, you betrayed me. Then you caused my daughter to die. And you, Abigail, I used to treat you with the respect do a superior, covered all your living expenses. I respected you as an elder. I handled the household and paid the expenses.

 But you’re not only unworthy of being an elder. You’re not even worthy of being called a human being.  Mom, are you okay? This is only me being a little harsh. I can be much harsher. All these years, I’ve paid for every one of your daily expenses. By a rough calculation, you owe me $3 million.  What do you mean?  What do I mean? I’m collecting what you owe me.

$3 million. Where are we supposed to get that kind of money? That’s your problem. Rose, stop talking nonsense. You and Brutus are already divorced. Why are you demanding money from us?  Right.  How could I forget about you? What do you mean? Brutus spent quite a lot of money on you over the years, didn’t he? That money was marital property.

 Here are the records. $1 million. [sighs] 1 million. [snorts] [sighs] And there’s more. Take back every piece of jewelry she’s wearing.  [gasps]  No, [panting] those are mine.  Now get out of my house.  Rose Whitmore, [sighs] [gasps] you’re a poisonous woman. You really are vicious. Get out. Didn’t you say you wanted to give me a

gift? Why did you ask me to meet you here? As for the gift, we can talk about it after I fix the company.  Why are you running?  Don’t rush. I asked you here to help solve that problem.  Did you hear that?  Yes, I did.  Looks like the problem just came to us. Mr. Cole, we’re here. Mr. Cole, this is Arnold Blake. He’s Whitmore Group CFO.

I hear you have a way to bring Whitmore Group down. Of course. With Arnold here, bringing Whitmore down will be easy. You’re that certain? Do you have some foolproof plan if I tell you? Can you really protect me? With his influence, protecting you would be effortless. What are you waiting for? The man sitting in front of you is the person we came here to meet.

Fine. The missing funds on Whitmore Group’s books were moved to the supplier side by me. Rose only recently took over Whitmore Group. She doesn’t know about any of this. So that’s why Whitmore Group’s books haven’t been adding up. So as long as I hold my ground, Whitmore Group’s cash flow will break.

 Once Witmore Group collapses, you can acquire it for a fraction of its value. That’s a brilliant plan. See, I told you coming to Mr. Cole was the right move. With Mr. Cole protecting us, what is there to fear from Rose? I’ll need the supplier list. I’m counting on you. The plan sounds convincing, but how do I know you’re telling the truth? If you want my help, you need to give me something with real weight.

 For example, the supplier list. Of course. What are you waiting for? The list is right there with you. Give it to Mr. Cole. If I hand this over, we’ll have nothing left. I don’t like forcing people. If this is difficult for you, we can discuss cooperation another time. No, it’s not difficult. Not difficult at all. But please give us a moment.

 But I’m warning you. Don’t ruin this for me. If we miss this chance, there won’t be another one. If you don’t hand it over, I won’t even need Rose. I’ll report you myself. Don’t force me. Brutus, I hope you don’t regret this.  Regret it? I’m about to rise again. Soon, Rose Whitmore will be beneath my feet again.

 What could I possibly regret? Mr. Cole, this is the supplier list. It also includes their financial information, everything very detailed. With that, Whitmore group is finished. Then Rose Whitmore will have no choice but to submit. It’s a thorough plan, [clears throat] but whether this evidence carries any weight isn’t for me alone to decide.

Then who decides? Come out. [sighs and gasps] Rose, why are you here? [sighs] Miss Whitmore, you’ve been here the whole time. Yes, I heard everything you just said.  Do you like the gift? [snorts]  I do. I like it very much.  Arnold Blake. So, you’re the reason Whitmore Group’s accounts were in trouble.  Brutus, what is going on?  Mr.

 Cole, what is this? Why is Rose here? You told me you wanted to take over Whitmore. Didn’t you want Whitmore Group? You asked me to help you take it over. It’s I don’t know where you heard that ridiculous rumor. Rose has always been a good friend of mine. Friends, you two knew each other all along. Ethan Cole. Ethan Cole. You played me.

 Arnold Blake. You embezzled company assets. I’ve already called the police. Miss Whitmore, please give me one chance. Don’t send me to prison.  Arnold Blake, you’re suspected of financial crimes. Come with us. [sighs and gasps] [panting]  I don’t want to go to prison.  If you knew it would end like this, why did you do it in the first place? No, wait. Let me explain.

Rose Whitmore. [sighs] You set me up. Ethan Cole. Rose Whitmore. How far do you have to ruin me before you’re satisfied?  Brutus, you brought all of this on yourself.  No, [sighs] you did this to me on purpose. I’ll make you pay. [groaning] [gasps] [sighs]  Brutus, you brought all of this on yourself.  Take him away.

This isn’t over. [panting] Are you okay? You’re bleeding.  [panting] [snorts]  Ethan, please let me help you. That cut looks very deep. What? Our dating itinerary has already been arranged.  Sorry, I I didn’t know my grandfather deliberately arranged this dating itinerary to test us. He even arranged for us to go see a movie.

[sighs]  It’s okay. You’ve helped me so many times. I’ll help you this time. Besides, I’m the one benefiting from this anyway.  Thank you.  No problem. Do you really think sending them to a movie will work?  According to our market survey, dim lighting makes couples much more likely to hold hands without realizing it.

 The probability rises by about 80%. It should help their relationship a lot.  They don’t look like they’re going to hold hands.  Give them a little more time. The market analysis won’t be wrong. They’ll be holding hands any minute now.  The movie’s over.  They still didn’t hold hands.  That shouldn’t have happened.

 I’ll have to think of another way.  What’s next? A walk through the shopping mall.  If I’m not mistaken, this mall belongs to your group, doesn’t it?  You are correct, Rose. It is part of our holdings.  That’s right.  Everyone, may I have your attention? My name is Solomon. Thank you all for being here today.

   My grandson Ethan Cole and Rose Whitmore are here on a date. Anyone who gets proof that they’re not really a couple will be rewarded. One photo, $100,000. Two, 200,000. Three, 300,000.  Wait, does that look like Ethan? One picture could make us rich.  Run,  Mr. Cole. That was brilliant.

 Now they have no choice but to hold hands.  Yes, exactly as planned.  Mr. Cole, wait. Don’t run. HEY, MR. NICOLE, DON’T RUN. STOP. STOP RUNNING.  Your grandfather is really going all out just to get you on a date.  We could just let them take the pictures.  No, that’s a $100,000 per photo. I’m not letting them profit off me. Come on.

 Okay, got it.  There they are. Don’t let him get away.  They’re They’re over there. [panting and sighs] [gasps]  Where did they go?  Sorry. We need to look like a couple.  Don’t move. Otherwise, they’ll get a picture.  You’re right. We can’t keep doing this. I have an idea.  Come on, hurry over here.

[sighs and gasps]  This is a women’s fitting room.  Even better, no one will discover us in here.  Whatever we do, No one will know  whatever we do. What exactly do you mean?  Maybe we could make this date real.  Why does a phone always ring at a time like this? Okay, do it.

 Deliver the final blow to Brutus. [panting] Rose, WHY DID YOU TIE ME UP? You’re not planning to kill me, are you? I know you. You wouldn’t dare.  It’s not that I don’t dare. I simply don’t need to. You’ve been very attached to this hat lately.  Give me my hat back.  Look at your hair. My chicken broth worked remarkably well.  The broth.

 You did this to me?  I only added something extra. Too much was never good for you. And you kept asking for more.  You tricked me. You’re vicious.  I learned cruelty from you. You kept secretly giving me medication until our daughter died. You killed our daughter. This is what you brought on yourself.

 What was inside you could never compare to the son Scarlet was carrying. You should have died, too.  Still no remorse. I hope you’re just as arrogant in a few minutes. Keep your eyes open and listen carefully.  Scarlet, I’ve missed you.  Wait, we need to talk business first.   Brutus is broke.

 He’s broken, useless, and losing his hair. Just looking at him makes me sick.  He’s definitely in here. Open it.  This car is the only thing I have left.  Rose keeps demanding money from me.  Didn’t Brutus and his mother serve you well enough?  They did it because of that baby.  You know perfectly well this baby isn’t Brutus’s.

Scarlet, of course it isn’t. The baby’s mine.  Brutus never had a clue. We could have kept using his money to raise our child.  He killed his own child for another man’s baby. What an idiot. [gasps] Did you feel that?  An earthquake.  Why is the trunk shaking? Don’t tell me it’s a ghost. Rose, this car is mine.

 You can’t take it back.  Speaking of the car, take a look. Where did you get that?  It’s security footage from when you tampered with the car. I haven’t given it to the police yet. [panting] [sighs] Looks like prison may be in your future. [gasps]  You never told me about this. You’re on your own.  What makes you so sure? Because he loves me.

Even if he knew about the car, he still wouldn’t let me go to prison. That was before he knew about the crash. Ryan and the baby. You can tell Brutus whatever you want. He only believes me. I told him I loved him and he believed me. He betrayed his lawful wife for me. He even killed his own daughter for me and another man’s child.

 Why would this time be any different? Well said. What do you mean? You’re not the only one who knows. Brutus knows, too. [screaming] [crying] [panting and gasps]  Brutus. Brutus. It’s not what you think. Rose set this up. I’m innocent. You’re free. [panting]  Rose, what’s going on? Why? After everything I did for you, why did you do this to me? You lied to me all along.

Even the baby was a lie.  [panting]  I have nothing left.  Miss Whitmore, about Brutus.  Never mention Brutus to me again. He’s not worth another second of my time.  But Brutus has completely lost control.  When are you going to make good on the date you promised me? My grandfather keeps asking  when this exhibition is over.

I’ll consider it. Welcome. It’s an honor to present this installation to you all. Good afternoon everyone. I have something I’d like to announce. Starting today, Whitmore Group and I will welcome a new future and a new life together. Congratulations.  [cheering]    Good morning.

 Would you like more coffee?  Miss Harper, it’s urgent that you return home. Ryan, stop following me. Miss, my eggs. Don’t worry. I’ll bring your eggs right out.  Miss Claire, please wait.  I told you not to come looking for me.  I understand. I don’t mean to bother you, but your family needs you.  What is it? It’s time for you to return to the family and take responsibility for the Harper fortune.

 You’re the sole heir.  Don’t say that here. I’m Claire Taylor, remember?  Harper is your name. Why keep hiding it?  Because I don’t want anyone here knowing what family I come from.  You come from one of the wealthiest families in the country. I don’t understand why you insist on working as a waitress.  [sighs]  I’ve been happy since I started working here.

 No bodyguards following me everywhere.  No one telling me what to do.  I understand. But the family still needs you.  My family is Brutus, my husband.  He’s not just my husband, he’s my best friend. He doesn’t care about my last name or where I come from. He loves me for me.  Harper Group just awarded B&A Digital Solutions a multi-million dollar contract.

 Really? I thought the board would never accept Brutus.  They’re giving him a chance because they know he matters to you.  I can’t believe it. And today’s our anniversary.  They still want you back. Claire.  Claire, enough small talk. The boss is asking for you.  Tell the board I’ll come by.

 They know where to find me.  Understood, Miss Harper. What are you doing here? We need to talk. Claire,  if this is about Harper Group,  I’m not interested.  You can’t walk away from your family forever.  I didn’t walk away from my family. I walked away from the life everyone chose for me.  No one is trying to choose your life for you.

 Then why are three board members standing in my apartment? because you’re the sole Harper heir and eventually these responsibilities will be yours.  I want to know what it’s like to live without the Harper fortune.  You don’t have to prove anything by struggling.  I’m not struggling. I’m living.  And I’m happy here with Brutus.

 We’re concerned about him. Because he doesn’t have enough money for you.  Because we don’t know what kind of man he’ll become when money enters the picture.  He married me when he thought I had nothing.  The door will remain open whenever you’re ready.  I appreciate that. But I’m staying here.  Take care of yourself, Claire.

You’re not working today. I’m taking the day off. Is everything okay? My family came to see me yesterday. What did they want? The same thing they always want. For me to go back and you told them no. Of course I did. I already have the life I want.  What’s that smile about? Brutus just landed the biggest contract of his career.

  That’s amazing. And tonight is our anniversary. Then he’d better have something special planned. Good morning. table for one. You’re Claire. Yes. Can I help you? I think you and I are dating the same man. Excuse me. You heard me. I think you’ve mistaken me for someone else. [sighs and gasps] That’s my husband. your husband.

We’re married. Today is our anniversary. Then I suppose Brutus has some explaining to do.  Claire.  Brutus. What’s going on? I was going to tell you.  Tell me what.  Olivia and I are together.  You’re my husband and I’m his fiance.  Your fiance?  Claire, don’t make a scene.  I’m making a scene.  I’m sick of this miserable life.

 Miserable?  Yes. I’m tired of pretending this is enough.  I thought we were happy.  I tolerated it because I had no choice.  What changed?  I just closed a multi-million dollar contract with Harper Group. My company is finally worth something.  So that’s what this is about, money. He’s a millionaire now.

 A contract doesn’t make you a millionaire.  It’s going to change everything for me.  Including us?  Yes.  Did you ever love me?  No, I never loved you. [gasps]    I came here because there’s something else.  What is this?  They’re divorce papers. Sign them and let’s get this over with. [gasps]  You brought divorce papers on our anniversary?  There’s no reason to drag this out.

If that’s what you want, I’ll sign. You’re going to regret this.  Regret what? Being married to a poor waitress.  There’s nothing wrong with being a waitress. I’m a Rolex and you’re a Casio. If that’s how you measure people, you two deserve each other.  Look at yourself. You come home smelling like a restaurant every night.

 You didn’t seem to mind before Harper Group gave your company that contract.  And you couldn’t even give me a child. [sighs] That’s enough. No, Cindy. Let him finish, baby. Let’s go. We have shopping to do.  Let’s go buy something worthy of our new life.   [snorts]  Claire, he changed the moment he thought he was rich.

Here.  This one’s clean.  Thank you. Sorry. It’s been a terrible morning.  Would you mind if I sit for a minute?  Okay.  You don’t have to tell me what happened.  My husband just left me for another woman. I’m sorry.   He said he was tired of being married to a poor waitress.  There’s nothing wrong with being a waitress.

 That’s exactly what I told him.  I hate people who think money makes them better than everyone else.  That’s interesting coming from someone dressed like you.  Fair point.   [snorts]  I’m Ethan.  Claire Taylor.  Nice to meet you, Claire Taylor.  Your ex sounds like an idiot. [gasps]  Technically, he’s still my husband.

 Then he’ll be an idiot with paperwork. Your turn.  Bad morning.  My family wants me to marry someone they’ve practically chosen for me.  And you don’t want to?  Not to someone who cares more about my last name than she does about me.  Then I guess we both have terrible luck with marriage. What?  Maybe we could solve both problems at once.

 What are you talking about?  Marry me.   You’re joking.  I’m proposing an arrangement, not asking you to fall in love with me.  We met 10 minutes ago.  I know. That’s why it could work. My family checks everything. If I say I’m married, there has to be a legal record.  And what do I get out of this?  Not money.

 You get to show your ex that losing him didn’t destroy you.  I don’t want my whole life to become revenge.  Then don’t do it for revenge. Do it because you get to choose what happens next. I need time.  Take all the time you need,  Grant. Unfortunately.  [gasps and sighs]  Hi buddy. I guess it’s just you and me tonight.

After everything I did for him, buddy, marry a man I just met. That’s insane. [gasps] First things first. There’s no doubt about it. If I’m going to do this, I’m doing it on my terms. Everything is in order. Sign here, please.  You can still change your mind.  I’m sure.  Then so am I.  Best witness ever.

  Congratulations, you’re legally married. Dinner is ready. Love.  Love. Honey, come on.  Sorry, honey. I was reading a very emotional verse from the Bible. [sighs] The word of God is truly powerful, isn’t it?  I love that you’re so spiritual. I think God brought you and me together for a reason.  Yes, of course.

  [gasps]  There must be something to that.  Oh, I love it.  Make way for the happy couple.  I’m still very happy I married you. Love.  And look at the big gift you’re taking home. Oh, please.  Claire.  Claire, what are you doing here?  Don’t make this about me, Brutus. You’re a married man now.

 Let me guess. Is that paperwork for your new job as a street sweeper?  That’s a very respectable job, but no.  Then what are you doing here?  Wait a minute. How can a waitress like you afford a Valyriano skirt? I’d be happy to answer that question, Olivia.  Hello, love. And who is he?  Ethan Grant. Grant.

 The Grants are one of the richest and most powerful families in the city. I see you follow us on Instagram. That can’t be true. This is a farce.  Claire, you’ve sunk pretty low trying to impress us.  She probably made up the whole Grant thing just to make us jealous.  Of course. You still can’t get over the fact that I left you.

 [gasps]  Oh, look who’s talking.  You know what? Take a look for yourself. It’s a marriage certificate.  Does this mean you two are married?  Yes, we’re married.  No. No. This doesn’t make any sense.  It still has to be some kind of trick. You’re the ones who lied. I don’t have anything to prove to you.  Calm down, love. They’re not worth it.

 You’re right, baby. Let’s go. I’m fed up with these fools.  You’re right. Me, too. Let’s go.   What? Didn’t you see their faces?    Yeah, it was actually really fun.  Oh, damn. I just remembered something.  What happened?  I have a very important event this Friday.  What kind of event?  It’s a Harper family event.

 If you think my family is powerful, the Harpers are on another level.  Mhm.  What?  Nothing. Go on.  Apparently, their ays may finally return to public life.  Maybe she has her reasons for staying away.  Probably.  Come with me.  You want me at a Harper event?  I’d rather go with you than anyone else.

All right, I’ll go with you.  Then we should celebrate.  [sighs and gasps] Celebratory dinner. I’m in. I still say Brutus’s face was worth the entire marriage license.   I’m starting to think marrying Ethan wasn’t such a terrible idea.  Not such a terrible idea.  That’s devastating.

 I have an early shift. You two behave.  You don’t have to come Friday if you don’t want to.   I want to go. We’re getting dangerously good at pretending.  Yeah,  pretending.  Excuse me for a second. Chad, no babysitters. You married a man none of us know. I’m allowed to worry.  I can handle Ethan.

 I’ll decide that after I know more about him.  Tell the board I’ll be at the event Friday.  You’re sure?  I’m sure.  But I’m doing it my way. You’re the man from outside Cla’s apartment. My name is Chad. I’ve known Claire for a very long time. If you’re here to tell me to stay away from my wife, you’re wasting your time.

That’s not why I’m here. I looked into you and there’s something about your wife you need to know. Whatever I tell you stays between us until Claire is ready to tell you herself. [snorts]  You look spectacular.  I’m nervous.  You don’t have to impress anyone.    Thank you. Ready. Still want to do this?  Absolutely.

 Mr. Grant, you’re cleared.  I’m afraid your guest isn’t on the list.  Try Claire Harper.  Claire Harper.  Yes.  Right.  And I’m Batman. Watch your tone.  Just check the name. VIP confirmed at checkpoint races.  Is that Miss Harper?  Miss Harper, I I’m sorry.  This is unacceptable.

 I’ll have him removed immediately.  No,  he doesn’t need to lose his job. He just needs better glasses.  Thank you, Miss Harper. Ethan Grant.  Good to see you. This is my wife, Claire.  It’s nice to meet you.   Hibiscus water. No alcohol. Just the way you like it. You know me too well. Look who’s working the party.

 Unbelievable. Since you’re apparently working tonight, bring me another martini. I’m not working tonight.  Then I guess Ethan brought you in as his plus one.  Something like that.  [gasps]  Some people can change clothes, but not their class. All honest work deserves respect.  Listen to Socrates over here.

   We’re not debating. I’ll take that as a compliment.  Has anyone seen Claire?  She’s here. Enjoy this while it lasts. That’s exactly what you never understood.  Sir, I’m glad you’re here. This woman doesn’t belong here.  She’s nobody.  Nobody.  Exactly.  We were beginning to think you wouldn’t come.

 I almost didn’t.  The whole family has been waiting for you. family.  What is he talking about?   Taylor isn’t the name I was born with. [sighs] [gasps]  I was born Claire Harper.  No,  you were a Harper this whole time.  I wanted a simple life. I wanted to know who would love me without the Harper name.

We could have had everything.  That’s still all you see.  You made a very serious mistake, Brutus. Sir, whatever Clare told you,  this isn’t about what you did to me as a husband. This is about whether Harper Group can trust you as a business partner. A partner who humiliates employees and treats people as disposable is a reputational and leadership risk Harper Group will not accept.

 [panting]  Terminate the contract.  Under the agreement’s termination provisions, Harper Group is ending BNO Digital Solutions contract effective immediately and suspending all pending projects.  You can’t do this. We gave your company an opportunity. You decided what to do with it. Brutus, what does this mean?  This is because you COULDN’T KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT.

 You think you can?  Don’t raise your voice at my daughter.  Dad, they’re trying to ruin us.  What did you do? Justin, we need to discuss your company’s pending review.  This isn’t about one insult tonight. Confirmed concerns the board was already reviewing.  I warned you that how you treat people matters.

 [sighs and gasps]  Freeze new business until the review is complete.  Agreed. Claire, please. You don’t understand. I was under pressure. Everything happened so fast. She got into my head.  Don’t you dare blame this on me.  Claire, remember what we had?  You called our life together misery.  I made a mistake. I still love you.

 You loved me only after you learned what my name was worth.  Please, Claire, give me another chance.    Get up, Brutus.  I can change.  Ryan,  please escort him out. Claire,  I love you.  Your family would be proud of the woman you’ve become. I’m ready to stop running, but I’m doing it on my terms.

 I wouldn’t expect anything less. And who exactly are you two, Claire?  He’s my husband.  Your husband?  Yes. Ethan and I are legally married.  He’s from the Grant family.  Ethan Grant. Your family is one of our major investment partners. That’s right. And when exactly were you planning to tell us?  It wasn’t exactly a conventional marriage.

 You can tell them.  We made an arrangement. He needed freedom from a marriage his family was pushing on him and I needed a fresh start.  So this marriage was a deal. It started that way.  Did you know who Claire really was when you married her?  No. When I married her, I believe she was Claire Taylor.

 But you knew tonight.  Yes. How long?  Chad told me after we were married.  Chad?  He was checking me out. He wanted to make sure I wasn’t another Brutus. He only told me about the fortune after the marriage after he knew I didn’t know anything about it.  Then why didn’t you tell me?  Because it was your truth to tell, not mine.

[sighs] If you want out of this marriage, I’ll respect that. But I hope you don’t. I never thought I’d feel this way again.  What do you want, Ethan?  I want the woman I married. Claire Taylor, Claire Harper. I don’t care which name you use. [sighs]  You really are terrible at romantic speeches. I’ve been told [sighs]  I’m not asking for a divorce.

 That’s the best thing I’ve heard all night.   Should I come back in 5 minutes? Cindy,  I’m proud of you.  Thank you for staying with me through all of this. I told you marrying the handsome stranger wasn’t the worst idea.   I feel like I missed several important meetings.  You are done here. Let me go.

No, no, no, no.  Look what you’ve done.  What I’ve done. You cheated on your wife and lied to both of us.  She set me up.  No, you did this to yourself.  Your car is here, sir. Come on, we have a lot to fix.  You don’t have to become someone else to come home.  I don’t want to be a princess.  Good.

We need a leader, not a princess. I think we need to change the terms of our marriage.  Should I call my lawyer?  No more pretending.  Are you sure?  I’m sure. I knew it.   I assume this means we’re keeping the husband.  I think I’ll keep him.   That’s a relief.  But we’re doing this properly.

 Properly.  Mhm.  A proper wedding celebration. family, friends, the whole thing.  Your call.  Okay. One real wedding.  Finally.  Hey, buddy. I missed you, too.  At least one member of your family likes me.    Give them time. [panting]  Ready?  Let’s get to work. nervous.

Very.  Woo.  This part is your choice.  I choose him.  Do you, Claire, take Ethan to be your husband?  I do. And do you, Ethan, take Claire to be your wife?  I married you before I knew your real name. And I’d marry you again if you had no name at all.  I spent years trying to find someone who could love me without the Harper name.

Then I found someone who taught me. I didn’t have to run from it either. I choose you, Ethan. This time for real. You may kiss your wife.   Woo! Congrats, guys. We’re so happy for you.  to the craziest marriage plan I’ve ever witnessed.  To Claire, who finally learned she never had to become smaller just to find real love.

 And to Ethan, who somehow turned a terrible idea into a pretty good husband.  Pretty good.   To Claire and Ethan,  to Claire and Ethan.   Still no champagne. Some things don’t need to change. For years, I thought freedom meant leaving all of this behind.

 And now I think freedom means choosing what stays.  So I’m staying.  I haven’t decided  after two weddings. That’s cold.  You’re staying.  Come on, Mrs. Grant.  Claire Harper Grant. Get used to it.  Yes, ma’am.