My Noble Substitute[DUB]

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• Ep. 1
  Olivia Orange, the substitute lover of wealthy man Alex River, is treated as a stand-in for his first love, Emily White. Despite being paid to entertain him, Olivia endures the arrangement to make a fortune. However, when Alex's first love returns, Olivia decides to leave him. In their confrontation, Alex tries to buy her off with money, but Olivia asserts her independence and confronts him about his treatment of her as an ATM. As they engage in a battle of wits, it becomes clear that Alex is still pining for Emily, while Olivia is determined to move on and make the most of her situation. The scene ends with Olivia calling out Alex's narcissism and walking away, leaving him to ponder his own emotions.
• Ep. 2
  Olivia is making hangover soup when Alex asks if she's still angry about yesterday. He offers to take her shopping and buy her whatever she likes, but she notes that material things aren't everything. Alex admits he can't give her love, but he can give her money. Later, at a store, Olivia tries to purchase a dress, but Charlotte claims it's hers. The clerk confirms the dress was purchased by Olivia, but Charlotte belittles her, calling her a stand-in and Alex's toy. Despite this, Olivia asserts her right to the dress and has the waiter help her with it.
• Ep. 3
  Olivia and Alex have a tense encounter at a shop owned by the River family. Charlotte White insults Olivia, calling her unworthy to be Emily's stand-in and telling Alex to get rid of her. In response, Alex blacklists Charlotte from all River family shops and orders staff to kick her out whenever she visits. When Charlotte asks why Olivia is worth protecting, Alex asserts his ownership and warns her not to bully his "plaything". The scene ends with Charlotte complaining about Olivia's behavior and Alex reprimanding her for her own poor manners.
• Ep. 4
  Olivia tends to Alex's injured hand, and he teases her for being foolish. She asks why he helped her, considering she's the sister of Emily White. Alex admits he couldn't help but assist her, and Olivia realizes he's deeply affectionate. As they converse, Alex becomes jealous, and Olivia notices. She reassures him, saying she appreciates his sincerity and is willing to continue being his stand-in, motivated by the money. However, Alex hints that he can offer her more than just financial compensation, leaving Olivia curious about what he has in mind.
• Ep. 5
  Alex tries to persuade Olivia to stay with him, promising to treat her well if his first love, Emily, doesn't return. However, just as they're discussing this, Emily White arrives, and the atmosphere changes. The news of Emily's return spreads quickly, and she reveals that she has come back to get married. This sudden turn of events sparks curiosity and tension, leaving Olivia and Alex's situation uncertain. As Emily's plans become known, Alex's feelings and intentions are put to the test, and Olivia must navigate her own path forward.

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