The Maid Who Stayed When Everyone Left!

The Maid Who Stayed When Everyone Left!

God, please help me.  Are you Ada?  Yes, sir.  Come in.  How many cars  does one person need?  First that obvious.   This living room is bigger than the house where I grew up.  Wait here. Yes, sir.  You must be Ada.  Yes, ma’am.  My name is Mrs. Grace.  I supervise the household staff.

 You have worked as a maid before?  Yes, ma’am.  Can you cook? You’ll mostly handle the upstairs rooms and help with laundry. Mr. Cole doesn’t like people entering his office without permission. And don’t touch anything on his desk.  Yes, ma’am.  Most importantly, do your job well and stay away from Good morning.

   Good morning, sir.  New staff?  Yes, sir.  Ada,  welcome.  Mrs. Grace will explain everything. If there’s a problem, speak  to her. And don’t look so frightened. We don’t need people here.  Good morning, Ada.  Good morning, sir.  How are you?  I’m good.  Good. How are you finding the job?  It’s good, sir.

 Mrs. Grace isn’t giving you too much work.  No, sir.  I heard that.  Good morning, Ada.  Good morning, sir.  How are you?  I’m good.  Good. How are you finding the job?  It’s good, sir.  Mrs. Grace isn’t giving you too much work.  No, sir.  I heard that.  Ada. Yes, ma’am. Take these upstairs.

All of them. Be careful. Some of those things cost more than your yearly salary. Yes, ma’am. Change those sheets. I changed them this morning. But did I ask for your opinion? No, ma. Then change them. People like you should be grateful.   This table is dirty. I cleaned it 5 minutes ago.  Then what’s this?  I’m sorry, Ma. I’ll clean it again.

Harder. I said harder. Ma, the table is clean. What did you say? The table is clean. No, Ma. Don’t forget your position in this house.  What’s going on,  baby?  I asked what’s happening. She just didn’t clean the table properly.  It looks clean. What really happened?  It’s nothing, sir.  Ada,  I’m fine.

 You don’t have to allow anyone to disrespect you because you work here.   Some people are truly blessed. She had no idea how quickly life could change. And soon the man who seemed to have everything  would lose almost everything.  Good morning,  Ada. Everything all right?  Yes, sir.  Good.

 Don’t forget dinner tonight.  I haven’t forgotten.  You always say that  because you always remind me.  I want to talk about the wedding  again. It’s going to be the wedding everyone remembers.  I’m sure it will.   Make sure you prepare everything properly tonight.  Yes, ma’am.  Thank you, sir.

 Your staff should understand how important tonight is.  Aya always does her job properly.  Are you sure about that?  I said don’t worry about it.  Okay,  sir. I hope you have  a good day.  Thank you, Ada.  The board approved the new project. Excellent. Congratulations, Daniel. Congratulations to all of us.

Daniel, you should take the weekend off. Richard, you know me. That’s exactly why I’m saying it. You work too much. Success doesn’t wait for people who rest. Hello.  You come  come right.  Hey, I’m on my way.  You said you’d be here an hour ago.  I know. I know. The weather is terrible.  Daniel, everyone is waiting.

 I’m driving. I’ll be there soon.  Don’t disappoint me tonight.  I won’t. See you soon. What?  Oh god. Move him carefully. Check his vital signs.  His blood pressure is dropping.  Prepare the operating room. What? Mr. Daniel has been in an accident.  Is he alive? We don’t know yet.  Oh god.  Where is Daniel?

 They’re treating him. What do you mean treating him? The doctors haven’t told us anything yet.  This wasn’t supposed to happen. Nobody expects something like this.  Where am I?  You’re in the hospital. You were involved in a serious accident.  My legs.  Try to stay calm, Mr. Cole. Why can’t I move? You suffered a serious spinal.

 Daniel,  tell me the truth. The injury to your spine is serious. Will I walk again?  I can’t promise that.  No.  Vanessa,  I’m here.  Mr. Daniel   Adah,  you’ll get better, sir.   Now I can stand  quiet.  Yesterday I had everything. my company, my life, my future. And now I can’t even stand.

 You’re still alive, sir.  I don’t know who I am without all of this.  You’re still Daniel.  What does that mean?  It means losing something doesn’t mean you become nothing.  Daniel Cole had survived the accident, but the real battle was only beginning. Everyone walked away.   Good morning, sir.

 I’m not hungry.  You haven’t eaten properly.  At least try to eat something.  I said I’m not hungry.  Being angry won’t make your body stronger.  And what exactly do you know about this? I know what it feels like when life doesn’t go the way.  Mr. Cole, we need to discuss your recovery.  Tell me when I’ll walk again.

   I can’t give you an exact answer, but rehabilitation can help. It will require patience and determination. I don’t have patience.  Daniel,  you came.  Of course I came. You don’t sound very happy to be here.  I’m scared. Vanessa,  what if I never walk again?  Don’t say that. Let’s not think about that now.

 Why not?  You need to focus on getting better.  That’s not what I asked. You’re leaving already? I have things to do. He’s scared. So am I.  Richard, tell me everything is under control. There are some problems. What kind of problems? Some investors are nervous  about what? Your condition. My condition doesn’t run the company.

Bring me my laptop.  Daniel, you should rest.  I said bring me my laptop.  All right. We’ll start slowly. Your body decides the speed, Mr. Cole, then my body has become my enemy. That’s the spirit. Try again. Stop telling me to try.  Why are you still standing there?  Because you’re angry.  Then leave me alone.

No,   no.  You’re allowed to be angry, but you are not allowed to use your anger as an excuse to give up. You fight. You hear me? You fight.  You make it sound easy.  I didn’t say it was easy.  Yeah.   Interesting.   Are you expecting someone?  My friend Marcus.  Maybe he’s delayed.

 He said that yesterday. Team up.  Is everything all right? I’m sorry, Daniel. Something came up. I can’t make it tonight. That’s the third time. Do you know what’s funny?  What?  When I had money, I never had an empty room. Now I can’t get anyone to visit.  Not everyone is gone.  You’ve been spending a lot of time here.

Someone has to. Aida, be careful with your heart. I’m only helping him. And what if he wants more than help?  He doesn’t. He can’t.  What’s wrong now? The board is asking questions about what  they’re concerned about leadership. I am still the leader of my company. Nobody is taking my company.

 I’m trying to protect it. Then protect it.  I will. Daniel had begun to discover a painful truth. The people who once filled his life were slowly disappearing. But among the silence, one person continued to return.  I should go home now.   Ada.  Yes, sir.  Will you come back  tomorrow?  Yes, I’ll come back.

 Good morning, sir. Are you ready?  I don’t know.   You’re going home.  Home isn’t going to feel the same. Then you’ll have to  learn how to make it feel like home again.  Are you all right?  They’re all walking  and you’re still moving forward.  When all my dreams  were washed away, you stayed.

[sighs]  It looks exactly the same.  That’s because it is the same.  I walk down those stairs every morning.  We’ll use this way.  I never even noticed it was there.  I thought I’d be happy to see this place again. Maybe happiness takes time.  Everything is mine. But I don’t feel like anything belongs to  me anymore.

 Daniel,  you actually came.  I’ve been busy.  Too busy for me.  Have you thought about the wedding? Daniel,  what?  Maybe this isn’t the right time to discuss that.  Then when  you’re still recovering,  that’s not what I’m asking.  I just  think everything has changed.  You’ll catch  a cold sitting outside.

 Maybe I  need to feel something. Pain isn’t the only proof that you’re alive.  You know what your problem is?  I have several. Which one?  You take yourself too seriously.  Do I? Now. What happened? The board held a meeting. And  they want someone else handling daily operations.  No. Daniel, listen.

I built that company. Nobody is saying you didn’t. Then nobody is taking it from me. Daniel cannot manage this company from a wheelchair forever. He’s still recovering. The company needs stability.  Daniel doesn’t know everything yet. What don’t I know? It’s nothing important. Don’t lie to me. I’m trying to protect you.

   No.   Good.  At least you’re honest.  Why does that sound like encouragement?   One more time.   I can’t.  You said that yesterday. Maybe yesterday I was lying.  Then lie again.  What?  Tell yourself you can do it until one day you believe it.  Okay.   You’ve been avoiding me.

 I haven’t.  Then why do you always leave so quickly? Because this isn’t easy for me either.    Now I cannot even stand.  Would you still marry me,   Daniel? You stay.  She doesn’t know.   She was afraid.  No,  she looked at me like I was already gone.  You’re not gone.

 Then why does everyone keep leaving?  Because some people only know how to love the life you had. But I see the man who is still here. Daniel had returned home, but the mansion no longer protected him from the truth. One by one, the people around him were revealing who they truly were. And while his old life was slowly falling apart, a new connection was quietly beginning.

 Good morning.  She said she  doesn’t know.  Vanessa,  I asked if she would still marry me. She said she doesn’t know.  Maybe she’s confused. You trying to make me feel better?  No, I’m trying to be fair.  But love shouldn’t become a question the moment life becomes difficult.  Daniel,  did you come with an answer?  I came to talk.

 Then talk. I’m scared  of me.  Of this life,  this life, do you still love me?  I don’t know what I feel anymore.  Then that’s my answer. Daniel, please.  I’m sorry.  So am I. She left.  Everyone keeps saying that like I don’t know.  Then I won’t tell you what happened.  Do you think she ever loved me?  I don’t know.

 That’s honest. But I know this real love doesn’t disappear when a person becomes difficult to love.  Yes.  Daniel still thinks I am protecting him. He won’t know until it’s too late.  We need a decision.  Daniel isn’t ready to return. Does Daniel agree?  He will understand eventually.   This was delivered for you  from the company.

  They want me to step aside. Wait. Richard.  You’re Richard?  I trusted him. You wanted to see me? Explain this. Daniel, I can’t explain. Then explain why my trusted friend wants my position. I did this for you. For me. You need to recover. Then why didn’t you ask me?  Something isn’t right about the company.

Richard knew everything before Daniel did.  Then someone has You’ve been working since morning.  They think I’m finished. Are you?  No.  What do you need?  You don’t understand  business.  I understand betrayal.  Then help me find the truth.  Daniel, what?  These dates  don’t match.    These numbers are wrong.

 How wrong?  Millions are missing. Only a few people had access.  Richard,  I don’t want to believe it.  Sometimes the truth hurts because we trusted the wrong person. Daniel should have stayed in the hospital. Now it’s too late. You could have stayed away from all this.  But I didn’t.  Why?  Because you’re fighting for your life.

and nobody should fight alone.  Daniel had lost the woman he planned to marry. He was beginning to lose control of the company he built.  And the man he trusted most was hiding a dangerous secret.  But in the middle of betrayal, Daniel had found something unexpected. A person who chose to stay.  These numbers don’t make sense.

 Then we keep looking.  What if Richard really did this?  Then we’ll find out the truth. Richard was with me from the beginning. He knew every part of that company.  Sometimes knowing everything gives a person too much power.  I never thought I would have to investigate my own friend.  Don’t confront him again.

 Why? Because now he knows you’re suspicious.   If Richard is hiding something, he’ll hide it better.  So, what do you suggest we do?  We give him a false sense of security. We let him think he’s one and then we catch him.  Mr. Kane, what is it?  Daniel has been asking questions about the financial records.

Then someone is talking too much. Did you speak to Daniel?  No, sir. Are you sure? I haven’t said anything. Samuel.  Who is Samuel?  He worked in finance. If anyone knows what Richard did, it’s him. You said nobody would know I came here. Nobody knows. Richard can’t find out. Why are you so afraid of him? Richard has been moving money where? Through companies that don’t really exist.

 Ghost companies.  I copied these before I became afraid.  Why didn’t you report him?  I have a family. You should have come to me sooner. I was afraid. You don’t have to be afraid anymore. I won’t let Richard touch you. You made Samuel a promise.  I meant it.  Richard is dangerous.  So am I.

 When someone threatens my family. Samuel,  what are you doing?  Being careful.  You think Richard is watching us?  I think we don’t know  what Richard is capable of. Daniel Richard, I heard you’ve been busy. Recovering is a a full-time job. I am. The company can wait. Can betrayal wait? Can betrayal wait? Be careful.

Is that a  threat? It’s advice. That’s what dangerous people call threats.  I’m done waiting.  What are you going to do?  I’m going back to my company.  Daniel, you’re not fully recovered.  But I’m not broken. Then don’t go there alone.  You want to come with me?  Someone has to remind you not to shout at everybody.

 That’s your job now.  Apparently, [laughter]  move the money tonight. No mistakes. Daniel is coming back. Make sure everything is ready. Do not fail me.  You’re late. Daniel needs help.  Helping someone is one thing, but following him into danger is another.  Then why continue? Because everyone keeps leaving Daniel when things become difficult.

 I don’t want to become another person who walks away. ready.  The last time I went into that building, I walked and today  I’m going back to take back what belongs to me. Daniel had survived the accident. He had survived loneliness. He had survived heartbreak. But now, for the first time, he was ready to fight back.

 The man who entered the company had changed, but his enemies were about to discover that he was far from defeated.  Are you nervous?  More angry than nervous.  Anger can make people careless.  Then keep me careful.  and everyone walked away.  I built this place.  Then let’s go inside.  That’s Mr. Cole.

 He’s back.  Good morning. Good morning, sir.  Welcome back, sir. Thank you.  Should I inform Mr. Kane?  No, I’ll inform him myself.  Mr. Kane,  what is it?  Daniel is here.  Here.  He’s already in the lobby.   Everyone is watching.  Let them.  You’re not scared anymore. I’ve already lost the worst things I was afraid of.

 Daniel, Richard,  you should be resting. I’ve rested enough. The board wasn’t expecting you. That’s unfortunate. They’re in a meeting. Then I’ll join them. Daniel, this isn’t wise. Neither was stealing from me. Ready?  No.  Good. Nobody who is completely ready is ever interesting.  Daniel,  good morning, gentlemen and ladies.

 I understand you’ve been making decisions without me. We were protecting the company from me. I built Coal Industries and I’m still the owner.  Your condition made us concerned about the future.  My condition doesn’t change my mind.  Running a company requires more than determination.  Agreed. That’s why I brought evidence.

These are financial records. Where did you get those? Does it matter? What matters is what’s inside them.  These payments were never approved.  How much money?  Millions.  This is ridiculous. Then explain  the transactions. These are not approved.  I don’t know what you’re talking about.  That’s interesting.

 What are you doing here? Mr. Cole asked me to come.  Sit down, Samuel. I saw the transfers. Be careful what you’re saying. I copied the records before they were deleted. This is a setup. Then why are you angry enough?  Freeze all unauthorized transfers. That would require board approval.  Then approve it.

 I second that. You had my trust. You used my absence to take control. But I’m back now.  How did it go? I think you already know.  You look different.  Different how?  Welcome back, sir. Thank you. Let’s get back to work. [applause]   When everyone walked away, you stayed. When  all my dreams were washed away, you stayed.

When I had nothing  left to give, you gave me a reason to  live in.  I’ve missed you.  Surprised? No, I heard you were walking again.  Heard?  I’ve been following your recovery.  From where? Sit. Why are  you here?  I wanted to see you.  You’ve seen me.  I made a mistake. A terrible mistake.

 You left your engagement ring beside my hospital bed. I know.  I woke up after an accident and couldn’t feel my legs. The doctors couldn’t tell me whether I’d ever walk again. You don’t know what it was like.  I kept it. Part of me always hoped we could try  again. I still love you.  If I was still in that wheelchair, I’m still in that wheelchair, would you be here?  I’m glad you kept it.

 Why?  Because now you can take it with you.  I can’t.  You said that yesterday. [laughter]  You’re very stubborn. [snorts] I learned from someone.  I heard your exam results came back.  They did.  Congratulations.  I passed.  You passed.  I passed. [gasps] [laughter]  You’re not going to tell him?  No.

I’m telling him in person. Is there someone else? There is who?  That’s none of your business.  Don’t tell me the maid. Former  maid.  You’re serious?  You have feelings for your maid?  Her name is Ada. She worked for you.  I know.  You’re confusing gratitude with love.  I don’t love Ada because she took care of me.

I love the way she argues with me when I’m being stupid. I love how she treats people who can’t do anything for her. I love who I am when she’s around. She didn’t make me fall in love with her by taking care of me. Taking care of me simply gave me the chance to know her.  Does she know?  No.  You can rebuild a billion dollar company, but can’t tell a woman you love her.

 Apparently,  I’m sorry. I forgive you.  You do? Yes.  I hope you find someone.  Ada,  busy.  Not anymore.  Good. I need your full attention.  What’s behind your back?  Guess. Close  them. Open. When   you passed,  I’m proud of you.  Thank you.    Hello, Daniel. I have good news.

 The final recovered assets have been released. Your net worth is officially above where it was before the accident. Hello.  Hello.  Are you busy tonight? I have something to tell you. When  everyone walked away,  what are you doing? This is Daniel. Why am I so nervous? Maybe it’s about the company. Maybe he wants to celebrate.

Or maybe  maybe it’s about Vanessa.    This is ridiculous.   I’m actually nervous.   Not Vanessa’s ring. You gave me a reason.  This is  a  what?  Maybe I don’t  have words.  You always say nothing.  Where is everyone?  I sent them home.  Why? I just wanted  us to talk.

 You did all this?  Well, I paid people to do it.  At least you’re honest.   I learned not to cook after the chicken incident. [laughter]   Daniel and all my dreams were washed away.   Why am I here?  For dinner.  You said you had something to tell me.  I do.  You’re nervous.

 I’m not.   You are.  When I met Vanessa, I had everything. Money, the mansion,  the cars, the company. I thought that made it easier to know who I was. People laughed at my jokes because I was Daniel Cole. Your jokes are still bad.  Exactly.  You never cared about any of it.

 You worked all day and came home to take care of me. You helped me when I couldn’t even stand. You never complained.  I complained all the time. True. When I lost everything, you didn’t treat me differently.  You became much more annoying.  I’m serious.  So, I stayed.  Daniel, you don’t owe me anything.  What?  You helped me with school.

 You supported my career.  Can I speak?  You don’t owe me. What I’m about to say has nothing to do with debt. It has nothing to do with gratitude  either.  Ada, I love you. When everyone walked away,  all  my dreams were  I said I love you.   I need air.  We’re outside.  People will say  things.

 Everyone doesn’t get a vote.  You’re a billionaire.  I noticed.  I  used to be your maid. What if you’re confusing gratitude with love?   Vanessa said the same thing.  She did.  Yes.  And  she was wrong.  I don’t only think about  what you did for me. I think about you. I miss you when you’re not around.

 I love you because you’re Ada. You don’t have to say anything tonight.  I do. I love you, too.  What?  You heard me. I love you, too.  Daniel, wait. Your leg.  My leg is fine.  Use a chair.    When I had everything, I thought I knew what love looked like. Then I lost everything. But you stayed.

 When  there was nothing to gain.  When everyone away.  Will you marry me? When all my  dreams were washed away, you stayed.  Today, I’m really  marrying Daniel. You look beautiful. I’m trying  not to cry. I’m not proud of you because you’re marrying Daniel. I’m proud of the woman you became.

   When all my dreams were washed away, you stayed.  When I had nothing left to give, you gave me a reason.  Don’t cry before she gets here. Be quiet.  You’re crying.  Something is in my eye.  That’s Mrs.  Grace’s excuse.  Ada, I used to think I  understood loyalty.

 Then I lost my ability to walk. I lost my company, my money, and people I thought would never leave.  But you stayed.  When I wanted to stop, you told me more.  I had a speech.  What happened to it?  I forgot  everything. So, I’ll just tell the truth. I didn’t stay because I thought you’d become rich again.

 I  didn’t even know if you’d walk again. I stayed because you needed someone. And somewhere along the way, I realized I needed you, too.  Everyone  walked away. You stayed when  all my dreams were washed away. You stayed when I had  nothing left to give.