Hailey, a company secretary, is confronted by client Mr. Mercer who accuses her of clinging to John and insists John—an illegitimate son—won't marry her. Hailey insists the past is over, mentions Damon and the Esrane heir status, and the meeting pivots to Keaton Group’s Nandale resort proposal. Mercer demands Hailey explain the document herself; she apologizes and begins to read. Damon distracts the room by filming, Mercer snaps, stops her mid‑reading and orders her out, calling her a lunatic. The proposal stays unread and Hailey's position is left hanging.