t she can give while the others spend all their time thinking about what they can take.
This weather is absolutely terrible, and I cant believe Im trapped inside because storms always ruin my mood. I just hope the power doesnt go out because I cant stand being in the dark. The generators in a mansion like this should be powerful enough to keep everything running. Everyone, please remain calm while we restore the backup power.
[screaming and groaning] [sighs and gasps] Somebody do something because I dont even know how badly hes hurt. Theres no signal, and I cant even reach emergency services. Please tell me he didnt ruin this imported marble because replacing it would cost a fortune. Please stay still, Mr.
Sterling, because moving too quickly can make the injury much worse. I think I twisted my leg. Lean on me slowly and dont worry because Im not going anywhere. I dont think its broken, but its swelling quickly, so Ill bring ice, bandages, and some pain medicine immediately. Thank you, Clara, because you reacted before anyone else even realized what had happened.
Anyone would have done the same if they saw someone in pain. Hm. No, Clara, because not everyone would have. While Nathan spends his time chasing love and listening to an old womans advice, someone has to think about who really deserves to run this empire. Make sure every transfer is completed before the board meeting because once Nathan signs these papers, Sterling Industries will belong to me without him realizing what happened.
Everything is ready, sir, but are you certain he wont notice the changes? Nathan has become distracted by family, marriage, and emotions, and distracted men rarely notice the knife until its already in their backs. Good afternoon, Mr. Lawson. And Mr. Sterling is currently resting because he injured his leg during last nights storm.
Thats perfectly fine because Ill wait for him. You must be Clara because Ive heard quite a lot about the young woman who suddenly become very important around this house. Good afternoon, Mr. Lawson. And if youre here to see Mr. Sterling, Ill let him know youve arrived. Theres no rush because I actually wanted to speak with you first.
Is there something you need? Nathan trusts you more than most people in this house. And that kind of trust can be extremely valuable. Im not sure I understand what youre trying to say. All I need is for you to encourage Nathan to sign a few routine business documents without asking too many questions.
And in return, Ill make sure you never have to work as a maid again. Are you asking me to betray the man who has always treated me with kindness? I prefer to call it taking advantage of an opportunity because opportunities like this dont come twice. Integrity isnt something I sell, Mr. Lawson, no matter how much money is offered.
Name your price because everyone has one. You dont know everyone as well as you think because some people would rather sleep peacefully with an honest heart than live comfortably with a guilty conscience. Youre making a very expensive mistake. No, Mr. Lawson, because the expensive mistake would be losing my self-respect for money that was never mine.
You really believe Nathan will reward loyalty forever? Im not loyal because I expect a reward. And Im loyal because thats the kind of person my parents raised me to be. Youll regret refusing me. The only regret I would have is becoming the kind of person who could betray someone who has never done me any harm.
Youll regret this. When everything begins falling apart, remember that I gave you a chance to stand on the winning side. The winning side is always the side that allows you to look at yourself in the mirror without shame. Money can tempt the hands, but it can never purchase a clean conscience. Thank you all for coming because after watching every one of you carefully over the past few days, I have finally reached my decision.
I had a feeling today would be the happiest day of my life. Whatever your decision is, Mrs. Sterling, I know it will be made with wisdom. Im ready to begin my future with Nathan. Grandmother, youve always told me that every important decision deserves patience, so Im trusting your heart completely.
Before I announce my choice, I want each of you to answer one final question because your answer may reveal more than everything youve shown me these past few days. Ask me anything. If Nathan lost every company, every investment, every property, and every dollar he owns tomorrow, would you still marry him? Well, I suppose wed have to discuss what our future would look like before making such a life-changing decision.
Marriage should always involve stability, and I dont think anyone would willingly choose a life filled with financial uncertainty. Clara, would you please come here? Did you need something, Mrs. Sterling? Im asking you the very same question because your answer matters just as much. Ill answer honestly.
If Nathan lost everything he owns today and had nothing left except his character, would you still stand beside him? A persons value has never been measured by the size of a bank account because if a good man loses his money, he can build it again, but if he loses his character, he has already lost everything.
Mr. Sterling has always treated me and every servant in this house with respect. So, whether he owns 10 companies or nothing at all, hell still be the same man Ive always admired. That is exactly the answer I spent my entire life hoping my grandson would one day hear. Shes only saying that because shes trying to impress everyone.
I wasnt trying to impress anyone because you asked me for the truth, and thats all I know how to give. Shes a maid, Mrs. Sterling, and this competition was never meant for someone like her. With all due respect, she doesnt belong in this conversation. Enough, because Ive listened to all of you long enough to know exactly who belongs in this family and who does not.
The woman who truly deserves Nathans heart is not standing among the three contestants who came here seeking his fortune. The woman I choose is Clara Bennett. Mrs. Sterling, there must be some mistake because Im only the housemaid. This is ridiculous because she wasnt even one of the contestants.
How can a maid possibly become part of the Sterling family? After everything weve done, youre choosing a servant over us? I didnt choose a servant because I chose the only woman in this house who consistently placed Nathans well-being above her own interests. I watched all of you when you believed no one was paying attention.
And while three of you kept asking what Nathan could give you, Clara quietly showed me everything she was willing to give him. Grandmother has placed an incredible amount of trust in you, Clara. But before anyone says another word, I want to hear what your own heart has to say. Mr.
Sterling, I never expected any of this because I came here to work, not to become part of your family. Then tell me honestly whether you believe theres even the smallest chance that we could have a future together. Before I answer that question, theres something Ive kept in my heart for many years, and I think you deserve to know the truth.
Whatever it is, you dont have to be afraid to tell me. Long before I became a maid in this house, my mother worked for your parents when I was just a little girl. My parents employed your mother? Every school holiday she brought me here because she couldnt leave me home alone.
And while she worked, I spent my afternoons playing in the garden. Wait. Are you talking about the little girl who always sat beneath the old oak tree with a basket of sandwiches? Yes, and every afternoon you would leave your tutors just long enough to share lunch with me before anyone noticed you were gone. You cant be serious. You You to complain that everyone treated you like the son of a billionaire instead of letting you be an ordinary boy.
And you once told me you wish someone would become your friend without caring about your family name. You were the one who gave me half of your lunch, even though your mother packed so little for you. You always insisted on sharing yours with me anyway because you said food tasted better when no one ate alone. I searched for you after you stopped coming here, but no one could tell me where youd gone.
My father passed away unexpectedly and my mother moved us away to start over because staying here reminded her too much of everything wed lost. All these years youve been the one person I never forgot. I never forgot you either, but I never wanted you to think I stayed close because of your wealth, so I kept my distance and simply did my work.
All this time youve been serving tea in my house while I spent years searching the world for someone whose kindness reminded me of a little girl I met beneath an old oak tree. Life has a strange way of bringing people back together when the time is finally right. Are we really supposed to believe this unbelievable story? This sounds far too convenient.
Its obvious shes trying to manipulate everyones emotions. Truth doesnt become a lie simply because it arrives at a moment you dont like. Perhaps my grandmother didnt choose you because you were standing in this house today, but because destiny had already placed you in my life years before either of us understood why.
Good afternoon, Mr. Lawson. I hate interrupting family celebrations, but what Im about to reveal cant wait. Richard, whatever this is, it can wait until tomorrow. Tomorrow will be too late because Sterling Industries already belongs to me. What is he talking about? Every transfer, every agreement, every approval carries Nathans signature.
These signatures are fake. Tell that to the board because theyve already accepted every document. Greed always destroys the person feeding it. Business rewards intelligence, not kindness. I trusted you like family. And that trust made you easy to defeat. Anyone willing to betray loyalty for money will eventually lose both.
You should have accepted my offer when you had the chance. Id rather stand beside an honest man with nothing than a dishonest man with everything. Leave my house before I call police. By the time the police arrive, your company and reputation will already be gone. Nathan, are you okay? MY CHEST NATHAN! OH MY GOD! NATHAN, STAY WITH ME.
HELP HIM! [screaming] ONE, TWO, THREE, LIFT. Im going with him. Go, he needs you. Door secure, moving out. Patients in shock, lets move. What do we have? GSW to THE CHEST, HES CRASHING. GET HIM INSIDE, trauma one, now. Starting compressions. Keep that line open. Possible heart attack.
Prepare the operating room. Move. Dont lose hope, my dear. Im trying, but Im terrified. Fear wont save him. Faith will help us endure this. Do you think hell survive? I honestly dont know. The surgery is taking longer than expected. The surgery was successful, but hes still in critical condition.
Thank you, doctor. You promised wed have tomorrow. So, dont break that promise. [sighs and gasps] Youve hardly slept. I can rest after he wakes up. You love him, dont you? Ive loved him since we were children. I just never wanted him to think I stayed because of his money. Thats why I chose you.
Your love was never for his fortune. Nathan, can you hear me? Hes fighting. Stay with us, Nathan. Were right here with you. The dawn is here. A new day. Everyones waiting for you. Especially me. Run those tests again. Vitals stabilizing. Lets see the scans. Good. The bleeding is controlled. Doctor? Hes making an incredible recovery.
Ive rarely seen anything like it. Thank you, God. Medicine helped. But someone stayed beside him every single day. That made a difference. Nathan? [singing] You stayed. I told you I wasnt going anywhere. [singing] Most people would have left. Im not most people. When I get out of here, I have a lot to make right.
Looks like I arrived just in time. Grandmother. You were right. Sometimes love waits patiently until were finally ready to see it. Welcome back, sir. We are happy to see you again. Thank you. Its good to be back. Yes, thank you so much. Of course, everything is ready for you. Wonderful.
3 weeks is enough. Nathan, are you sure youre strong enough? The doctor said you should still take it easy. My body is healing, but my company isnt. Richard has been running everything while youve been here. Exactly. And thats why I have to go back today. What are you planning to do? Today, I end Richards lies.
You finally have proof? More than enough. Every forged signature, every stolen contract, every secret payment, its all here. Then the truth will finally come out. Im going to the office today and Im bringing Richard down. By the end of today, every employee in that company will know exactly what he has done.
Then Ill stand beside you, no matter what happens. Lets finish this once and for all.
