Diamond Girl

Claire Barnard works as a paralegal in a small law office for Denny Montana. Her quiet efficiency keeps the practice running smoothly and quietly earns Denny's trust. She quietly harbors romantic feelings for him, watching his casual charm from the shadows.

Regan Montana arrives from London and immediately asserts control over Claire's desk and the planned merger negotiations. He is there to secure a better deal for the family winery and to prove his dominance.

Regan explains to Claire that his plan is to use a staged romance to distract Denny and extract more money from the buyer. He wants Claire's help drafting the deal and managing the deception.

Regan takes Claire to a makeover spa and outfits her in expensive, stylish clothes. The transformation makes Denny and Margo sit up and reassess their perceptions of Claire.

Denny and Margo are impressed and surprised by Claire's glamorous new look. The dramatic change ups the stakes of the merger and the evolving romance plan.

As the pretend romance continues, Claire finds herself genuinely drawn to Regan. The boundaries between manipulation and real affection begin to blur.

Regan leaves town for a few days, and Denny invites Claire to a romantic dinner. The tension between the brothers and the budding romance circles around Claire.

Regan unexpectedly appears and breaks up the dinner, displaying his jealousy. The moment sharpens the sense that Regan will not share Claire with his brother or the plan.

Bernier agrees to Regan's demand for an additional two million dollars. The negotiation push moves toward closing, but the personal tensions remain unresolved.

Regan shows Claire the property and the two share an intimate kiss. He also confesses his unhappiness about selling the winery, revealing deeper motives.

Claire overhears Regan telling his mother that he plans to leave for London. The revelation crushes her hopes and deepens her heartbreak.

Denny arrives to find Claire crying and admits that competition with Regan drove him to pursue her. He convinces her to pretend to be in love with him to make Regan jealous.

That night, Regan comes to Claire's room and they make passionate love. The moment marks a turning point in their relationship.

The next morning Regan tries to leave for London, but Denny talks him into staying and choosing what he loves. It’s a moment of reconciliation and commitment.

Back at the vineyard, Regan finally confesses his love to Claire and the two begin a new life together at Napa Hills. The film closes on a hopeful note for their future.