HE CHOSE THE POOR GIRL OVER THE BILLIONAIRE’S DAUGHTER

Your father has achieved such a remarkable accomplishment. What would you like to say about it? I’m incredibly proud of him. He’s worked for years to build something that our entire family can be proud of. Victoria, are the wedding rumors true? You’ll have to ask Ethan. That’s all fake news. They’re just rumors. There’s nothing real going on. Hey, Mom. Did you talk to Mr. Collins? Not yet. He came again. I’ll take care of it. Maya, we can’t keep borrowing money. I know. You already work two jobs. find a third. You shouldn’t have to do this alone. I’m not alone, Mom. I’ve got you. Did you just save me? I think so. You okay? Yeah. You’re not from this neighborhood. Is it that obvious? Very. That thing probably costs more than my car. It’s a gift. Sure. What’s your name? Why? So I know who I saved. Maya. I’m Ethan. Nice to meet you, Ethan. Hello. Where are you? At a coffee shop. You have an office. I know. Then use it. I’ll see you later. You’re sitting in my chair. There’s no name on it. There is now. You always this bossy? Only with strangers. Good to know. Maya, I’m sorry. I gave your coffee to him. So, that’s why it tasted expensive. You want it back? No. Two coffees? You learn quickly. You really don’t know how to do anything yourself, do you? How to run a company. Can you wash dishes? Probably. They’re good. They’re just sketches. You always say that. Because they’re just sketches. Maybe you’re afraid they’re more than that. Maybe. You should show them to someone. Maybe someday. You should keep drawing. Why? Because you’re good at it. Thank you. I should get back to work. Right. Thanks for stopping by. Thanks for the coffee. See you around? Definitely. Goodnight, Maya. Goodnight, Ethan. You’ve been spending a lot of time away from the company. I’ve been busy. With her? That’s none of your business. She isn’t right for you. You don’t even know her. I know what’s best for this family. asking you to decide for me. I care about her. Care is not enough. It is for me. You’re making a mistake. Then I’ll make it myself. Then understand this. If you choose her, you choose against this family. Then maybe this family needs to change. I’ll make my own choices. Just remember, Ethan. Choices have consequences. Your mother and I have been discussing the wedding. What wedding? Our wedding. Wait, you planned this without asking me? It was always the plan, Ethan. You knew this was coming. No. I didn’t. There was never any doubt. Did you want this, too? I thought you wanted it. You thought wrong. Watch your tone. I’m just telling the truth. This marriage is important for the family. My life is important, too. Ethan, we’re trying to do what’s best for you. Then let me decide what’s best for me. Where are you going? I’m leaving. Ethan, wait. I need some time to think. Don’t make a decision you’ll regret. That’s my decision to make. Why are you pushing him so hard? Because he doesn’t understand what’s at stake. He will understand soon. Maya, you can’t keep doing this. I know. You deserve a better life. I’m happy with what I have. Is this about Ethan? Maybe. You really care about him, don’t you? More than I should. Then don’t let anyone decide your future for you. But his family will never accept me. You don’t need their permission to be happy. I don’t want to lose him. Then don’t lose yourself trying to keep him. I just want a chance. Then fight for that chance. Do you really think I should fight for him? I think you should fight for what makes you happy. Then I will. Thank you, Mom. I’m going to talk to Ethan. I’ll call him tonight. Good. Ethan, can we talk? Of course. What’s wrong? I need to tell you something. I’m listening. I think I’m falling in love with you. Maya, are you serious? Yes, I am. I’ve been feeling the same way. You have? Yes. I was so afraid to tell you. You never had to be afraid of me. I thought your family would never accept me. Then I’ll deal with my family. I’m coming to see you. Tonight? Tonight. Okay. I’ll wait for you. Mom, he’s coming. Then you know what you need to do. I’m going to tell him everything. I’m ready to face whatever happens. That’s all that matters. I love you, Mom. I love you, too. Maya, I’m glad you called. I needed to tell you the truth. You don’t have to be afraid anymore. I was scared you wouldn’t understand. I understand more than you think. Then I need you to trust me. I do trust you. Then promise me you won’t walk away. I promise. Thank you, Ethan. You don’t have to thank me. Just be honest with me. There’s something else you need to know. What is it? I don’t know how you’re going to react. Just tell me the truth. Ethan, I don’t know if I can do this alone. You won’t have to. Are you sure? I’m sure. There’s a reason I was afraid to tell you. Tell me. I was afraid you would choose your family over me. I’ve already made my choice. Then what are you going to do? I’m going to come to you. Ethan, are you really coming? Yes, I’m coming. Then I’ll be waiting for you. I won’t keep you waiting. What are you doing here? Apologizing. For which part? For hiding the truth. Mom! Stay away from the Harpers. Who would do this? Someone who wants to scare you. Your father? I don’t know. Did you do this? Do what? Threaten Maya. You are making a mistake. Answer me. Walk away from her. No. Then you will learn what it costs to stand against me. Now you know. I know enough. Oh my god. You shouldn’t be in here. You targeted her family. It’s business. No, this is revenge. This is control. I thought you wanted Ethan to marry me. I want Ethan where he belongs. And where is that? Beside us. You don’t love him. You want to own him. Get out. Put that down. Are you okay? What were they looking for? Something your family has. My dad kept these. This is a property agreement. What does it mean? Your father owned part of the land where Harper Industries built their first warehouse. So? So this says he never sold it. Then how did they build there? Someone forged the transfer. My father spent years trying to get that property back. And my father knew. That’s why he wants these papers. These are copies of my father’s financial records. Why are you helping us? Because I finally realized something. What? If I stay silent, I’m not innocent. What do we do? We expose everything. He’ll come after us. Then we make sure he can’t hide. Ethan. Who are they? I don’t know. You okay? Yeah. Are you? I’m with you. You call this a safe house? My family has a lot of houses. You should get some sleep. I can’t. Why? Because every time I close my eyes, I think about what could happen to my mom. We’ll protect her. Promise? Promise. You know what scares me? What? That I started falling for you before I knew your world. Then I found out your world was dangerous. I’m sorry. Don’t be. Because somehow I still choose you. Maya, don’t make a speech. I wasn’t going to. Good. I love you. I love you, too. Sir, we found the documents. Where? With Ethan. Then bring my son home. And the girl? She comes, too. Mom! Stay inside. Let her go. You’re so strong. You’re not taking anyone. You came. Always. You really came back. I came to finish this. And these prove the forged property transfers. You think these papers will destroy me? No. Your choices will. You betrayed your own father. You betrayed yourself. You have no idea what you’re giving up. I know exactly what I’m giving up. A future. I’m giving up your version of a future. She’ll never understand your world. You’re right. I don’t understand a world where people are treated like numbers. But I understand loyalty. You can’t do that. I already did. The company will be restructured. Employees won’t be sacrificed for profit anymore. Mr. Harper, do you have any comment on the verdict? Richard, is it true that you’re resigning? Ethan, is it true you’ve walked away from the Harper fortune? Yes, because I finally learned the difference between having everything and having something worth keeping. Maya, what do you think? I think he finally learned how to wash dishes. That was private. You’re late. I know. This place is amazing. You helped? You did the hard part. Dinner’s ready. The billionaire’s heir is serving tables? Former heir. Terrible waiter. You look nervous. I’m not. You are. Okay, I’m terrified. Maya, I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Will you marry me? Cars, houses, companies, money. Then I met you. And suddenly none of those things mattered. You never wanted my money. You never wanted my name. You just wanted me to be honest. Maya Bennett, will you marry me? You look beautiful. Ethan, do you take Maya to be your wife? I do. Mhm.