The CrownEpisode 40

Synopsis

Emmaline Castro, the renowned COO and backbone of the Castro enterprises, one of the largest pharmaceutical conglomerates in America. Ruthless in her approach to business and unrelenting in her pursuit for success, Emmeline hits an unanticipated upturn in her career aspirations when her sickly father, Gerard Castro, informs her that he intends to name her irresponsible and nonchalant brother JONAS, as Heir to Castro Enterprises. Emmaline is livid at the absurd proclamation, but her father is resolute and his decision is set in stone. Desperate to change his mind, Emmeline informs her father that she will land the Anderson account, a billion-dollar partnership that will not just boost the company's net worth, but also, its reputation.In a stroke of fortune, Emmaline manages to land a meeting with the anonymous benefactor behind the Anderson account, Mr. X. But it turns out to be no stroke of luck. The meeting was orchestrated by Mr. X himself after he read her proposal. Upon their meeting, Emmaline realizes that Mr. X is a man she humiliated years ago for being poor and wretched. Will Emmaline swallow her pride and consent? Will she be able to beat her devilishly deceptive and cunning brother to the prize? Will she be able to deny the romantic connection forging between her and Mr. X?