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Deep breath, puppy.

Yeah.

Now say it after me.

Yes, master.

Say it. I only obey you.

I only obey you.

Good puppy.

Mom, I'm right outside Miss Keller's office.

Where are you?

Shit! Sweetie, hold on! Some idiot just rear-ended me!

Are you okay?

I'm fine.

Just a scratch.

Listen, go up without me. Tell Margo I'm running late.

Okay, be careful.

She was crazy about you when you were little. One cuddle from her and you'd

stop crying.

I'm sure you two will hit it off.

Miss Kessler, sorry to bother you.

Okay, breathe.

It's just an interview.

Master?

What was that?

Sounds like a little puppy's hiding back there. Not for long.

Found you, my puppy.

So it's really you.

You're even more beautiful in person.

How did you find me?

A good puppy always finds her way back to her master.

You can't hide from me.

No, we had a deal. The second we met in person, this was over.

Now, get out!

Who gave you permission to give me orders?

Please, no.

Bad puppies get punished.

What?

On your knees.

Wait, hold on.

Oh, God.

It's real. A million times better than through a screen.

I said knees.

When I give an order, you obey.

What do you call me?

You never disobey your master.

Yes, Master.

I'm sorry. I'll be good.

Good puppy.

Margo? Eliza?

I finally made it!

Hello?

Margo, don't tell me you're holed up working late again.

Oh, God.

Diane? No, no. She can't see me like this. Oh, Diane.

I wonder what Mom's face is going to look like when she walks in on this.

Your mom?

You're Diana's daughter?

Huh. why is there light coming from behind the bookcase where are my manners

i'm diane's daughter here for my interview today and your master 20 years

i've known you and i never knew this room was here margo you in there are you

insane she's my best friend 20 years if she sees this we're done both of us what

the hell do you want i bet mom's face will be priceless when she finds out

about us

Huh. You were in there?

Why didn't you answer me?

Miss Kessler was walking me through a few things.

We got to the intense part, so she told me to step out and catch my breath.

Phew. Thank God. Thought I had the wrong floor.

So, how's it going?

Hi, Diane.

Finally. Hope I didn't keep you waiting too long.

Not at all.

Your daughter and I just had a very thorough talk.

Why don't we all sit down?

Margot, you're not going to sit?

Miss Kessler, don't wear yourself out. Take a seat.

Aren't you thoughtful?

So, how'd the interview go?

Top of her class, Ivy League, marketing major, but for an executive assistant

role, she's not quite the right fit.

Maybe... Come on, Margo! Give Eliza a shot! You used to change her diapers!

Turning me down, Miss Kessler?

Was my performance in there not... satisfying?

However, her resume is outstanding.

She's hired.

Thank you, Miss Kessler.

Your contract?

Sign it.

Oops! You dropped your pen, Miss Kessler. Let me get that for you. No,

no, no.

Margot, this contract is so detailed.

No wonder you run such a tight ship.

Just legal standard templates. Nothing special.

Did you say something?

Nothing.

Bet she's telling herself this is all just a hallucination.

Oh, hey, did you ever fix that vendor thing you told me about? The one with...

Margot, you okay? Yeah, just feeling a little hot in here.

Whoa, Margo, are you alright?

I'm fine.

Where's Eliza? Still down there?

Honey, did you get stuck?

No, please.

Here, let me look.

No.

Please.

She's gonna see.

Found it. It rolled all the way over here.

Jeez, butterfingers? All that for one pen?

It's pitch black down there. I had to feel around every inch.

Hit itself pretty deep, huh? Took some real work to get it out.

Sign it.

Done. I'm bound to you now, Miss Kessler.

God, this kid has no shame.

Oh, Mom, don't you have somewhere to be?

Are you kicking me out?

You two have been acting weird this whole time. What aren't you telling me?

Mom, you're overthinking it.

I just need to go over some work stuff with Miss Kessler.

Oh, good.

Then I'll get out of your hair. I'm sure you two have lots to go over.

Oh, don't forget family dinner tonight. Both of you.

You, you little brat.

How dare you?

Brat?

You had your thigh squeezed so tight just now.

You loved it, didn't you?

That was fucking reckless.

Do you have any idea what happens if Diane finds out?

Finds out what?

That her best friend is fooling around with her daughter?

She won't find out. I won't let her.

How can you possibly promise that?

All you have to do is trust me.

Trust you?

I'm in control.

Always.

She's just a kid.

So why do I want to submit to her so badly?

Miss Kessler?

Sorry to interrupt.

I need your signature on an urgent document. It has to go out within ten

minutes.

Miss Kessler, it's the adamant for the acquisition. I need your signature now

or the negotiations stall.

Got it.

New assistant?

Looks way easier on the eyes than I did back in the day.

That's ancient history, Chloe. Let it go.

Give me the room, both of you.

Chloe Burton, General Counsel.

Guess we'll be seeing a lot of each other.

Eliza Carter, Executive Assistant Intern.

Of course.

Someone her own age. They always click so fast.

Am I jealous?

Executive assistant, huh? So you're the one taking my old job.

You used to be Miss Kessler's assistant, too?

Three years.

Back when she'd just taken over and had nobody.

I was right there with her. Moved over to legal after that.

So you must know her temper well.

You could say that.

She's a totally different person in private, but you'll find out.

Come in.

Page 17.

The breach terms in procurement?

Way too soft. The supplier's on the hook for basically nothing.

Opposing counsel spots that at the table, and we lose every ounce of

leverage.

If sloppy work like this keeps landing on my desk with your name on it, maybe

someone else should be sitting in your chair.

That's on me. I'll have my team go through the whole thing again right

away.

The Ice Queen.

Nobody dares tell her no.

And ten minutes ago, she was melting in my lap.

Now, nobody can interrupt us.

Eliza.

From now on, we have rules.

Whatever this is between us, it stays in that room. Period.

Oh. So the Eliza out here at this desk, and the Eliza in that room?

Are two different people?

Exactly. Work is work, and that is something else. Keep them separate.

Then tell me, Miss Kessler, your hand on my jaw right now, is that work or

something else?

Let go.

You can put rules on us, Margot.

You can't put rules on what you feel.

I mean it, Eliza. This office is mine.

I run Kessler Corp. In here, I don't allow... Don't allow what?

Yourself to submit?

Right here, on your own turf.

Eliza.

Shh.

I heard you.

Your rules.

You're right.

Some things need a safe place before you can really let go.

Fine. I promise.

From now on, we only play somewhere more private.

The number you're trying to reach is unavailable. Please try again later.

Get in.

What for?

First lesson as my assistant. You do what I say. No questions. Get in.

Miss Kessler, isn't dinner the other way?

We're making a stop first.

What, are you sneaking me out on a secret date?

Eliza, I'm just driving you somewhere. Just curious where it'll be this time.

Last time things got personal, I was under your desk.

Can you speak like a normal person for once?

Miss Cresta, it's been a while.

Get her a few suits for work.

Lovely frame.

Let's get you measured, dear.

And through the chest?

Do you like it snug or with a little room?

That's not up to me. It depends on my boss's preference.

Just bring her a few to try on.

Eliza, this is... I don't know how to put this on.

You'll help me, won't you?

Please?

Eliza, this is... Miss Kessler, I don't know how to put this on. You'll help me,

won't you? Please?

Do you have any shame?

Relax.

It's one button.

You even changed my diapers when I was a kid.

I'm all thumbs.

Never worn a suit this formal before.

Careful, Mrs. Kessler. HR would have a field day with this.

I'm helping you. Could you just... What, you want some help too?

Happy to.

You shameless brat.

Thank you.

I try.

Pardon me, ladies.

You forgot the tie.

Thanks.

I never learned how to tie these, Mrs. Kessler.

Maybe I should practice on you.

What? You wanted private. This is private. And this way, you get to watch.

My puppy.

Don't make me look. Why not? Look at you. All tied up for me. So tempting.

Open your eyes. That's an order.

Master. Oh, it's mom.

Don't answer it.

Where are you two? What's taking so long?

My phone?

Oh, it's mom.

Don't answer it.

Where are you two? What's taking so long?

She wants to watch me fall apart with Diane listening?

Hello?

You guys there?

Why are you breathing so hard? Are you- We're just- just- Mom,

Miss Kessler is just helping me try some things on. We'll be there soon.

Ooh, sounds like you two are getting along.

Alright, take your time.

You- you did that on purpose!

In a way, you could call that training.

At dinner, you remember who's boss.

Pull a stunt like that again and you're fired. You're on probation. I don't need

a reason.

Whatever you say, boss.

There you are. Come here, come here.

This is Margo's daughter, Claire, and this is Preston, Margo's ex.

Claire?

Well, well, Eliza.

Long time no see.

Wait, you two know each other?

She's my ex-girlfriend.

My master?

Is my daughter's ex?

Been a while, Claire.

Didn't expect to see you here. I work for Miss Kessler now. I'm her assistant.

Nice suit. Way better than those ratty hoodies you used to live in. Thanks.

Small world, huh? My mom's assistant happens to be the one ex I couldn't

forget. They're the ones who actually belong together.

I'm just... Here, Margo.

Your usual spot.

Some things never change, huh?

That fucking ex-husband.

He's an eyesore next to her.

What the hell is your problem?

Oh, sorry, sir. I didn't see you there. I just had a work thing run by Miss

Kester. I'm so sorry. She's young. She acts before she thinks.

It's fine.

Did she do that on purpose?

I'll sit by Eliza. You can catch up with her.

Oh my God, what are the odds?

Claire and Eliza, that's got to be fate.

So, you two thinking about getting back together?

I'm down. I screwed up back then. Let me make it up to you any way you want.

Pass. Mom, she's your assistant now. Put in a good word for me.

Sounds like fate. Maybe you two should give it another shot.

You want me to get back with her?

I didn't. I just meant you're young. That's between you two.

Exactly. Let the kids figure it out. If it clicks.

Margo, what's wrong? One touch from him and she falls apart.

Is she still in love with him? Jesus.

What's with everybody tonight? So, Eliza, say something. Round two, yes or

no. Once it's over, it's over. No second chances. It's fine. It's fine. I got it.

Let the kids work it out. We'll stay out of it. Margo, are you all right?

Sorry, I'm not feeling well. I'm going to go lie down.

She needs me right now. She always has. I'll go check on her. Move, kid. This is

between me and Margo. Nobody asked you. I'm not nobody. I'm her assistant.

Taking care of her is my job. Let Eliza check on her dad.

Wrinkles, saggy skin, I can't even get it up. This old body?

Disgusting. Who else would ever want you? Nobody. Just me.

Eliza, she's got someone better now. Claire.

Younger. Prettier.

Better for her.

Are you waiting for him?

What? Your ex.

Is he the one you're waiting for?

What about you, then? Shouldn't you be running back to your ex?

So, are you jealous?

What's wrong with Claire? I'm too old for you.

No, Margot, that never even crossed my mind.

Stop lying! How could you not be disgusted? I'm 40!

My skin's sagging, I've got lines on my face, I... Look, it's ugly, isn't it?

Old and ugly. I hate these fucking marks. I hate every single one of them.

So why would you ever choose this? Every inch of you is beautiful.

Including these.

No one no one's ever kissed me there Preston hated them said they made me

ugly and she she says they're beautiful Every

inch of you drives

me crazy So damn tempting remember this puppy remember how this feels

she wants me she really wants her this is real It feels so good Master, I want

more, please.

That's it. Good puppy.

I'll give you anything you want.

Mom? Eliza? You guys okay in there? Need a hand?

Huh. Where'd they go? I saw them come this way.

You little brat.

Shh.

Want your daughter to see you moaning under me?

Want to stay hidden? Open your mouth.

There. Good puppy. Not one sound.

She can't find us. She can't.

Relax for me.

Oh, in here? Found ya.

What happened?

Clary, plate's broke.

Come help me out.

She's gone.

She didn't see a thing. You did so good for me.

Perfect session.

Hey! What's wrong? We both need to cool off. What?

Half a turn. Claire was half a turn away from seeing her own mother gagged,

hiding in a closet with her ex.

Relax for me. Oh, in here?

Found ya.

This went too far. But she didn't see us. Not getting caught doesn't make it

okay. Eliza, neither of us survives this coming out. We can't keep doing this.

This went too far. But she didn't see us. Not getting caught doesn't make it

okay. Eliza, neither of us survives this coming out. We can't keep doing this.

I thought you weren't coming back.

I still need to finish dinner with Diane.

Oh, you're back.

Margot, what's that on your neck?

Ooh, don't hide it. Let me see. Look at that color.

Margot Kessler, are you seeing someone?

Sneaking off all night and now this?

Diane, it's not what you think.

Come on, spill. Who is it? I won't tell a soul.

Eliza, what's that on your neck?

Funny,

you two both came back a little banged up.

Oh, this?

Mosquito bite? I scratched it.

Eliza? Bathroom? Now, we need to talk.

The mark on my mom's neck? The scratches on yours? Where were you two? What did

you do?

Say something! How long?

How long has this been going on with my mother?

I know I cheated.

I know I screwed you over. But this?

Getting back at me with my own mother?

I would never play games with someone's life to get even.

Then what the hell is this?

You've known her, what, a few days?

It's not revenge.

Not revenge?

Don't tell me you fell for your ex's mom?

Yes.

I'm in love with her.

Love? Sounds like a fucking joke.

Unlike you, I don't toss that word around.

Save it.

End it with my mom. Now.

Unless you want your mom finding out her daughter is hooking up with her best

friend.

Eliza, as of today, you're no longer my assistant.

Why?

Claire nearly caught us last night.

She can't know, and neither of us can promise it won't happen again.

Fine.

I thought you'd fight me on this. Standard transition for an EA is two to

four weeks. Until then, I'm not leaving your side, Ms. Kessler.

Unless you'd rather fire me on the spot?

I didn't mean to... Fine.

Fine.

Go ahead, Mago.

Push me away. I'll take you back, inch by inch.

Preston, what are you doing here?

Margot, marry me again.

Preston, what are you doing here?

Margot, marry me again.

Not a chance in hell.

Who else is going to want you?

Tell you what.

I'll go easy on you. Hit you less.

How's that sound?

I don't need you.

You don't get to say no to me.

Preston, we're divorced. This is my company. Get the fuck out right now.

Don't. Please don't hit me. Please.

You never fucking learn.

You're still the same.

Get your hands off her, you bastard.

What the hell?

You little shit.

I'm teaching my wife a lesson. Stay out of it.

You know who I am?

I own a piece of this company. I'm Margo's ex-husband.

I'm fucking firing you.

No need to fire me. I'm already on my way out.

Your threats don't mean a damn thing.

You pathetic bastard.

Don't you ever come near her again. Get the hell out.

Or tomorrow's headline is your assault arrest.

You little shit. This isn't over.

Don't hit me. Don't hit me.

Margot, look at me. It's me.

And I... And Liza.

You're safe.

He's gone.

Tell me.

What did he do to you?

Look at me.

Take your time.

He started hitting me in our third year of marriage.

Eliza, am I just used to it? I'm used to being treated like that, so that's why I

turned into this with you? Someone who just lets herself be controlled,

trained, like a... No.

What person did was abuse.

Force. Nobody wants that.

Nobody.

What we have is different.

It's trust. It's care.

And I'm going to show you the difference.

See, puppy?

Every shiver.

Every moan, every look.

I'm watching all of it and giving you exactly what you need. In this room,

it's all about you. It always has been. But you're the master. You're the one in

control, aren't you?

So, this isn't me being controlled?

No. Your trust is a gift.

You give it to me. I never took it.

I get it now. I want this. I want you.

How you feel is the only thing I care about.

Just now, for a second, it felt like I let go of everything.

Everything I've been holding in my whole life.

That's the point.

I got my perfect puppy.

That little bitch.

She got in Margo's head. Taught her to say no to me.

It's about Eliza. I don't care how you do it. She does not show up at that

summit.

Margo and her Keller Corp, they're mine.

Always under my thumb.

Miss Kessler, before you go...

Let me check this. I think it's tied wrong.

No flirting on the clock?

Miss Kessler, there's a problem with the acquisition contract. Legal needs CEO or

EA clearance to pull the encrypted files. If we don't handle it now, we

miss this afternoon's deadline. Elisa, you take care of this. I'll go ahead. I

can't be late to the summit.

On it.

Which is why we're moving 30% of the budget into targeted digital, especially

social ads.

Kessler's conversion rate jumped almost 18% there last year.

What is he doing here? He's not even on the guest list. You know, back when

Preston and Margo ran this thing together, that company was on fire.

Shame about the marriage.

Now, now.

Business is business.

Miss Kessler, you were saying?

What comes after that 18%?

Of course. Next quarter, our focus is the new product launch. What's going on?

My body feels so heavy. Miss Kessler, you look pale. Are you all right?

I'm fine. Just a bit tired. Excuse me. I need the ladies' room.

Margo, this time no one is coming to save you.

Car's all the way in the back of B2.

If we hurry, we can still catch the second half. Faster!

Eliza Carter?

Who the hell are you?

Shit, it's a trap.

Margo? You've been sticking your nose where it doesn't belong, Miss Carter.

Today, we fix that. Going somewhere?

Don't think so.

Margot, you're always prettiest when you don't fight me.

No, don't!

Where is she? Where did Preston take her?

Shut up. You were so obedient back then.

Guess I have to teach you all over again what obedient means.

No. No.

Eliza. Eliza?

Forget her. She'll be lucky if she's still breathing. What?

Relax. Reinforce deadbolt. She's not getting in.

Let her go or I'll fucking kill you.

Who the fuck do you think you are? This is between me and my wife.

What the hell are you doing?

Touch her again, and this goes to every news outlet in the country.

Let's see who invests a dime with a wife-beater who drugs women.

Don't touch me.

It's over.

I'm here.

He's gone.

Take me home.

I'll be right next door if you need anything. Don't go.

Show me your way. Make me feel it, that I'm yours. Only yours.

If that's what you want, okay.

Eyes on me.

Don't think about anyone else.

From now on, you only belong to me.

Eliza, I left my keys here, so I just let myself in.

Well, well.

Guess I picked a bad time.

Since when is my daughter seeing someone, and you didn't tell me?

Haven't had the chance yet.

Why so shy?

Who do you got under there?

Wait.

Is it someone I know? Mom, wait!

Wait.

Is it someone I know? Mom, wait!

Margo?

How? What?

Eliza, what the hell is going on?

Eliza, say something. This is Margo, Claire's mom. You two... Mom, it's a

long story.

I'm finished.

There's no way I can ever face Diane again. I don't care how long it is.

You're explaining this right now.

Mom, actually, Margo and I, some investors, tore into me at the summit

today. Margo was coaching me on how to handle it.

Some investors tore into me at the summit today. Margo was, well, she was

coaching me on how to handle it.

Good Lord, you scared me to death. I thought... But honestly, you big baby, a

couple of investors give you a hard time and you go crying to Margo for a cuddle?

Mom. All right, all right. I'll leave you two to your little bonding session.

Got my keys.

Carry on.

Investors tore into me. Where did you even come up with that?

Would you rather she caught us in bed?

Wait.

Sorry, no time to chat with my mom's new girlfriend. This is about your father.

What does he have to do with you? Yesterday, at the summit, he drugged

your mom, took her to a hotel room, and tried to force himself on her.

What did you say?

I need everything you know. About him. About the two of them.

Claire, are they back together?

They're kissing. In the break room. Everything Eliza said.

Lies. Just to keep me sweet. Of course it's them. Young bodies belong with

young bodies.

Another one.

Ma'am, I think you've had enough. Did I ask what you think?

Poor.

Hello?

Morgan! Are you okay?

Preston is still watching you and you're drinking yourself stupid alone?

Do you have any idea how worried I was?

Go away!

Shouldn't you be off kissing your Claire?

I knew it.

An old woman like me.

How could I ever be enough? I didn't kiss her!

If you saw something, why didn't you come to me? Why didn't you ask me?

What are you doing? You put yourself in danger, and you didn't

trust me.

Now, tell me what you did wrong.

Well, well, well. Margo, screwing your assistant, your daughter's... I'm gonna

bury you, Margo. Kessler Corp, it's mine.

Does it hurt, puppy?

No. It feels good.

Thank you for punishing me, Master.

Margo, I didn't kiss her, and I never will.

Trust how I feel about you. Next time something looks wrong, come to me. Ask

me.

Okay.

Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the CEO of Kessler Corp, Midmargo Kessler.

The woman's a machine. The company's worth several times what it was before

she took over. Total ice queasy, though. Ever seen her smile?

Yeah, me neither.

Thank you all for being here.

Today, I'm proud to show you Kessler Corp's biggest launch of next quarter.

Master.

Holy shit, Kessler's CEO is a sub. She's moaning under a woman.

Miss Keller, is that actually you in the video? Any comment?

Stop.

Miss Kessler, is this workplace sexual harassment?

No comment. Back off.

Everyone, I have something to say. And you are? I'm Margot's ex-husband.

And I'm here to tell you, every second of that video is real.

She forced me into her sick little BDSM games.

And when I said no, she beat me.

She forced me into her sick little BDSM games.

And when I said no, she beat me. I couldn't take it anymore.

That's why I left her.

Shut up! Don't believe a word he says!

We'll be releasing a full statement soon.

I sent you here to help Margo, not to destroy her. Mom, let me explain.

Explain what? That's you in that video, isn't it? Spanking her?

And what does she call you, master?

Diane, this isn't Eliza's fault.

Everything that happened that night, I wanted it. I asked her for it.

If you want to blame someone, blame me. Margo.

Mom, it's Dad.

He's got the major shareholders behind him. They're forcing an emergency board

meeting. They want you out today.

Margo's private life has severely damaged the company's image. You've all

seen the numbers.

Stocks down almost 18% in under two hours. Over $200 million, gone.

And our partners are getting cold feet. Three suppliers have already sent

notice. They want to renegotiate.

Ladies and gentlemen, I move for an immediate vote.

Remove Margo as CEO. I'll step in as acting CEO and steady the ship. All in

favor of appointing Mr. Reeves, acting CEO, effective immediately, raise your

hand.

The motion carries. Mr. Reeves is now acting CEO of Kessler Corp.

As of now, Mr. Reeves is acting CEO, Ms. Kessler. Good timing.

We'll need you to announce the decision yourself.

Tonight's press conference.

Fine.

I'll announce it myself.

Claire, your father just went public about your mother. Whose side are you

on? Did you know about your mom's special tastes?

Word is your mom's master is your ex-girlfriend.

Guess you really are a family that shares everything, huh?

It's a simple question. Why are you running? Hit a nerve, did we?

Mrs. Margo Kessler will now address the leadership changes at Kessler Corp.

My personal life should never have become your headline, but it has hurt

this company.

For that, I take responsibility, and I'm sorry.

Today, it's the power suit. But last night, were you on your knees, getting

spanked, calling someone master?

Which one's the real Margot Kessler?

Miss Kessler, sources say your partner is your own assistant.

Are you admitting to sexually harassing a subordinate? That so-called master is

a kid fresh out of college.

She knew nothing. She did nothing wrong. I'm begging you. This is my storm. Don't

let it destroy her life.

The stock crash, the partners we've lost, the damage to our name, that's on

me. All of it. And I own it. Thank you for coming.

Effective immediately.

I am stepping down as CEO of Kessler Corp.

Thank you for coming.

Effective immediately, I am stepping down as CEO of Kessler Corp.

Thank you to the board and our shareholders for your trust.

Starting today, I, Preston Reeves, am acting CEO of Kessler Corp.

Preston Reeves.

Officer, whatever this is, please wait until... You are under arrest on

suspicion of embezzlement, fraud, and assault.

Game over, Preston.

Embezzlement, fraud, falsifying financial records, assault, false

imprisonment, drugging a victim, six counts in total.

You're looking at decades.

This is a setup. I'm being framed. Margo, set me up. Let go of me. Let go.

I'm the CEO of Kessler Corp. You can't do this to me. Margo, you'll pay for

this. You'll all pay.

My name is Claire Kessler.

Preston Regans is my father.

These are his original books and emails, proof he stole from this company. The

police already have copies, and now, so does everyone else.

She's turning in her own father? Fine, he's a crook. What about Margo? The

harassment allegations still stand. His crimes don't make her clean. That is

enough! Miss Kessler, did you or did you not sexually harass your assistant? Yes

or no?

Everyone,

I am Miss Kessler's assistant.

fucking hell she's owning it eliza are you crazy don't you'll only make it

worse trust me i've got this i'm 23 i'm an

adult everything between margot and me was consensual mutual and it's because

we love each other and the kinky bdm stuff that's love too puppy that's just

a bit of foreplay between lovers And what we do behind closed doors stays

behind closed doors. Just because you say it was consensual doesn't mean it

was. Who knows if she forced... There's something I've wanted to tell her for a

long time.

In front of everyone.

Margot, I love you.

Oh, my God.

Claire, Claire, they... Diane, focus.

But look at them.

Is it weird that they're kind of adorable?

Everyone, everyone, that concludes tonight's press conference.

Miss Kessler, after an emergency review, the board has voted to reverse its

decision. We'd like to formally invite you back as CEO.

Absolutely, Margot. The stock's still bleeding, the market needs a signal, and

nothing says stability like you back at the helm. And the vote was unanimous.

We're all completely on the same page.

Unanimous? Funny.

So was the vote to throw me out.

Miss Kessler, are you saying... I'm not coming back.

But before I go, I have one last motion for this board.

Go ahead, Ms. Kessler.

I nominate Claire Kessler as the next CEO of Kessler Corp.

Claire, with respect, she's only 26.

Her experience... You all saw what she did. She took down Preston when nobody

in this room had the guts to.

That's worth more than any resume.

Mom, you don't have to hand over the company to compensate me. It's your

life's work.

This isn't compensation.

It's my recommendation as outgoing CEO. This company needs you, Claire.

Then we will put it to a vote immediately.

Motion carried.

Congratulations, Claire Kessler, the new CEO of Kessler Corp.

So this is what life feels like without the company.

Surprise!

What are you doing here?

You hauled all of that out here? Don't you have work?

Claire gave me ten days off.

Claire? Gave you time off?

Claire, I'm taking time off.

Denied. My four weeks are up. The termination's official. So, vacation or

I just walk? Your call. No way!

You've still got three due diligence projects to hand off. You can't just...

Everything's in your inbox. Good luck, boss.

Ten days!

Then get your ass back here and sign the rehire contract!

That sounds more like her.

Ten days. No interruptions. No one knocking.

We can get as...

Wild as we want.

Don't you want to try it?

Rat!