Secretary Ivy Lowe provokes, trying to drive a wedge in Serena Ames and Justin Shaw's marriage. Justin Shaw believes Ivy, and his mother-in-law blames Serena. Serena gathers evidence, uncovering Ivy's fake degree, bribes, and the mastermind, Vivian Lynn. Vivian, driven by a past grudge, collaborated with a competitor to orchestrate the fiasco. After truth is revealed, those involved are punished. Serena divorces, takes over the company as a shareholder.