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Hey, Chels!

Didn't you just go hard at Uptown last night?

And you already hit the gym?

Respect.

Can you believe this video?

Ugh, they are so legit.

Ugh, I wish I could have been there,

but I had those state test finals this morning.

Well, it's good that you have the rest of the day off.

Right.

So, put me to work, boss.

Well, we're gonna start by harnessing that energy

that you generated at the fashion show.

And, personally, I love what I've been putting together...

You make it sound like I'll hate it or something.

Possibility of that? Big no.

No, it's not you.

It's, uh...

Never mind.

Let's get started.

You play pickleball, handsome?

[gasps] Bet you're a big dill.

-How was I to know that it's my gorgeous wife? -[chuckles]

BOTH: Mmm.

[both chuckle]

[gasps] Theodore Richardson!

I'm sorry. You're bringing out the frisky groom in me.

Must be our anniversary coming up.

Mm. I thought you had an appointment.

I do. With Jonathan and Julia, the event planners.

-Good luck. -They make you that nervous?

Yeah, they cornered me earlier about the guest list.

-[chuckles] -[scoffs]

I said, "Talk to my wife."

Fabulous.

I'd make cuts, but it'd be severe.

And who do you propose that we disinvite?

Uh...

-everyone. -[chuckles]

Except us. [chuckles]

I must say, I am liking

-this anniversary version of you. -Mm.

Once we send the last guest home, I am all yours.

Mmm.

[giggles]

Mama, I'm back!

LESLIE: In the bathroom!

Okay, I'll just drop off your coffee.

Is that what I think it is?

Oh, my gown for the social event of the season?

Nope.

That, Mama is keeping under wraps for now.

This is yours. You're welcome very much.

You bought a dress for me?

Well, honey, we can't have you showing up

looking like something the cat dragged in.

It's your biggest night,

and we are dressing for success.

? ?

-This is a surprise. -Mm-hmm.

If it's a good one, this will make it even better.

-Wow. Cafecito.Thanks. -[giggles]

For your viewing pleasure,

might I suggest a bit of what you missed last night?

I hope you'll forgive me.

Consider it forgotten.

After you feast your eyes and ears on this.

ANITA: ? Of you like...?

No me digas,I missed her singing live last night?

[chuckles]

Isn't it so good?

[both laughing]

-Look at them together. -Wow.

[laughs]

-No way. -[laughs]: Yeah.

-[laughs] -Hey.

-What's going on in here? -? Alive...?

People having fun at a law office?

We can't have that, now, can we?

-Singing sounds great. -Phenomenal.

-? No, I can't? -? Deny?

My Aunt Dani.

Having the time of her life.

? On my own, I will be?

-? All right? -? Listen to me?

? Big girls don't cry.?

I don't remember summoning you.

I can't drop by unless I'm being beckoned?

-You know you're always welcome. -Mm.

I just wanted to make sure

that my phone didn't drunk dial you without my knowing it.

[chuckles]

I'm here because I wanted to see if, um...

If that is vodka or gin?

Eh. Hey, it can be whatever,

since I'm not riding to your rescue anymore.

Mm. Well...

It can be whatever, 'cause, uh,

it's water.

-Just water. -[chuckles]

And the damsel in this dress is not in distress.

Got me?

Not yet.

But...

[pop song playing]

-? Don't lie? -Want a spoon? -[humming]

-? We don't ask why? -Ooh! -[chuckling]

-? We say bye-bye...? -Ow!

-Would you look at my woman? -[chuckles]

-My God, you're incredible. -? We're gonna be just fine?

ANITA: Please,

-you need to stop. -[chuckles]

-? Yeah, yeah...? -Oh.

Look at the people-

they're hanging on to every note.

-? I will be all right...? -Anita Williams,

karaoke-ing like there ain't no tomorrow

-at Uptown. [laughs] -[chuckles]

That was just for having fun with family, like we do at home.

Which does not justify you setting up this meeting

with that... charlatan.

Well, it's not a formal meeting.

I merely mentioned that we might be here.

And I checked him out.

He's a respected talent agent, Anita.

I don't care what he calls himself.

I know he doesn't have anything to say I want to hear.

[sighs] Looks like we missed

a hot night at Uptown.

Yeah.

People wrote Aunt Dani off after she hit that rough spot,

but she's in her comeback era, okay?

And it is iconic.

Hmm. Yeah, too bad we missed it.

Although staying in also has its privileges.

I'll get to work on those changes you wanted.

Kat.

Naomi told me all about the HR case.

And from what I hear,

this is a victory for all the women in your office,

not just the three who sued you.

What do you think, Tomas?

Um...

a more equitable workplace is a win all the way around.

[chuckling]

Well said.

Kat, always a pleasure.

Tomas, my office.

KAT: Uh-oh.

I think I might have put you in a bind with your boss.

[chuckles] You worried about me?

I know my former uncle,

and I know some of what he's capable of.

I'll be fine.

Tell me about it at lunch?

Uptown?

Text me the time.

-It's a date. -[chuckles]

Mama, that dress had to cost at least a few thousand dollars.

You used the money Ted gave you to leave town?

Why not? There'll be a lot more where that came from

once you make your grand entrance

at your coming out party.

Don't set yourself up to be disappointed.

It's still Ted and Nicole's anniversary party.

Oh, honey, please, that is just the before name.

I'm just saying our plan could get sidelined.

How? Once Ted's closest friends and the Duprees see you

and hear your story,

how you're back to get

what's been denied you your entire life-

They're gonna look at me decked out in this dress

and think it was all about the money.

Who cares what they think?

I don't know what you're up to with all this pushback,

but you better find your way back to the right path.

My path.

I just said they're gonna think

-it's all about the money. -[stammers]

Stop, oh, fighting me on everything.

Do you even want this?

To finally set things right.

You know I do.

I'm sorry, Mama.

That's right.

Okay? Now...

we've got a lot of work to do

before we get to the promised land.

I mean, this is your biggest night,

and we can't have you looking all bedraggled, honey,

like something that Ted Richardson, uh, threw away.

[chuckles] No, ma'am.

You are Dana Leslie Thomas' carefully crafted masterpiece.

And, uh, who am I? [chuckles]

A hell of a lot hotter than Nasty Nicole.

Hello, lover boy.

[laughs]

I told the folks at the club that, uh,

we would have the final decisions by the end of the day.

Yes, they know that if anything else comes up

that they have to call Eva.

You are going to be drop-dead, honey.

Okay, go put this dress on

so I can see if I need to snatch it up at the waist.

[phone chimes]

It could be work.

Well, by all means,

answer the super important message

from the mothership.

Can't keep Nasty Nikki waiting.

Uh, it's the party planners. I have to go across town

-and meet with the cake vendor. -Mm.

Sounds important and delicious.

[clicks tongue]

Yes, yes, you go ahead

and keep doing that job for that family.

Until they find out who you really are.

I love what they do with shrimp and grits.

Maybe I'll just treat myself.

Rowena can make you some.

They'll be ready by the time we get home.

What about our meeting?

Unofficial meeting, according to you.

And if the man wanted to talk, he'd be here by now.

At least hear what he's got to say.

No, it's a sign of disrespect to keep a person waiting.

No, just text him. Tell him something came up.

Little white lies by Anita Dupree.

That should be the name of your next single.

-[chuckles] Glad you could make it. -Oh,

and let me offer my apologies for keeping you waiting.

I hope you won't hold it against me. Jim Price.

It's a pleasure, Ms. Williams.

Dupree. Or is it "Anita"?

We'll stick with "Mrs. Dupree."

Of course.

Uh, Senator, it is my esteemed pleasure.

Well, we were just leaving,

-weren't we, Vernon? -Would you look at that?

They need my input for a situation at the foundation.

-Vernon... -Uh, why don't you take my seat?

-Thank you. -I-I'll do this in private.

[quietly]: Don't hurt him.

Everyone's fair game now.

I love you right back.

Mm.

Again, sorry for the delay.

Beltway traffic.

All the more reason to get right to the point.

As you wish.

Mrs. Dupree,

listening to you last night was like going back to a place

I thought I'd forgotten.

You know, getting a taste of a secret ingredient

I didn't even know I was missing.

And now I'm hungry for more.

-Mr. Price- -Watching you,

your daughter, and her daughter perform

was everything I wanted,

which is why...

I want to make you an offer.

It was inspiring.

Inspiring you to talk like a madman.

That was karaoke.

Without warning,

warm-up, rehearsal.

And yet you knocked me off my feet.

Which means you're long overdue for your comeback.

I was right.

You have lost your mind.

That's what my wife probably thought when I told her

I'd gone to sleep thinking of you.

On a real stage.

In a first-class venue packed with your adoring fans.

Huge marquee with your name in lights.

Anita Williams. Live.

Dream come true.

Am I right?

So you created this company from some sketches you drew

on a few napkins?

And you're gonna be our hype girl,

giving all the behind-the-scenes vibes

as we gear up to drop our first purse

and then hopefully a lineup of luxe goodies after that.

-[squeals] So, what do we do first? -[chuckles]

Wait.

[sighs] That's like postponing Christmas.

[sighs]

I hear you.

It's just that...

I have to finish putting together the right team.

And this is so important and I have to do it now,

but I've just been dragging my feet.

Why?

KAT: I heard you were hiding out

in here. Nice try.

We were hiding?

Your cousin refuses to give me an answer.

You can't avoid this forever, Chels.

What are we talking about?

Am I a part of this or not?

Chelsea,

want to tell Samantha about the problem

that's so impossible to solve?

Fine.

[Dani chuckles softly]

-Mmm. -Did you like your breakfast?

I actually had something else in mind.

Do I get extra points for not suggesting Bloody Marys?

-Look, about what I said before- -Mm.

It's what you didn't say.

Looking at that poor glass of water.

Accusing her of alcoholism.

-I was out of line. -Mm-hmm.

Now we both agree.

Mm.

Thank you for coming to my occasional rescue,

but it won't be necessary anymore.

I am turning a page,

thanks to your nudge

-in the right direction. -[chuckles]

You saw that as a nudge?

It was... an eye-opening,

-swift kick in the rear, so... -Mm.

-...ouch. -[chuckles softly]

-Mmm. -But it paid off.

[chuckles] Yeah.

That's all that matters.

And it'll be just our little secret.

Mm. I like secrets.

Yeah, we're good at those.

But, hey, I got something better. [clears throat]

Truth or dare?

Thanks for my favorite pastry.

-I'll eat it later. -No prob.

-Can you do me a favor? -What is it?

Oh, I left the shopping bags

with all the accessories in the car,

and I just need you to go down and grab 'em for me.

Mom, the cake vendor.

Ah, well, I mean,

would you prefer I did it,

all scantily clad like this?

Mama. [scoffs]

-I got to go. -Come on. Two seconds.

Come on. You're refusing and wasting time

when you could have been there and back already.

Go, girl.

Please. Aw.

-[Eva mutters] -You're my angel.

Don't take too long.

[door closes]

[sniffs]

Mm-hmm.

You know, you remind me of myself when I was younger.

That's quite a compliment.

Yeah. And you're definitely partner material.

That's what I'm working towards.

And I'll do anything you need to earn that opportunity.

Mm-hmm. That's exactly what I wanted to hear.

Because I have a... an assignment for you.

You're aware that our harassment settlement

requires us to create a board to protect the rights

-of female employees here, right? -I'd heard some

-of that. -Yeah. Well, the three original plaintiffs

are in charge of that board,

and I'd like for you to serve on it as well.

Another voice?

Sure. Couldn't hurt.

-Mm-hmm. -That way, I'll know everything that's said.

Wait, are you saying...

you want me to report

what goes on in those confidential meetings?

Kat's the mastermind that's turning my ideas into reality.

Oh, finally, you admit it.

And I have a witness.

And she thinks that we should hire my mom

as chief of marketing.

Uh, I wouldn't have put that together.

But now that you have, it makes sense.

Bringing Aunt Dani on board would be a total flex.

People would be hyped from jump.

And her backing basically gives every product we drop

the Dani Dupree seal of approval.

It's a no-brainer.

So, why not?

When I left modeling, it's because I wanted

something of my own.

Not something that I have to share with Dani Dupree.

'Cause that's what I've done my entire life.

-Mm, the truth? -Mm-hmm.

I have always been in a partnership...

-Mm. -...whether it was the better half of Bill Hamilton

or "DC's own Dani Dupree and her daughter, Chelsea Hamilton."

[mimics crowd cheering, chuckles]

I just always had a built-in companion

I didn't have to explain things to,

who I could hold or be held by.

Us against the world, you know?

Yeah.

It's been a long time since you've been a solo act.

I don't even remember how that feels.

Mm.

And now...

You found a new project.

-My friend Pamela... -Uh-huh.

-...wants us to run a modeling agency together. -[exhales]

Dani, that is you all day.

But you haven't said yes.

No.

It's because your partner wouldn't be Chelsea.

Hold up. That's not fair.

-All right. My turn. -[chuckles]

I'm just...

[clears throat]

Truth or dare?

Dare.

-I dare you... -Mm-hmm.

...to show me why you really came here.

It's about damn time.

[both chuckle]

[chuckles]

Okay, that's it for the hors d'oeuvres and caviar.

Wine?

You two still at it?

[sighs] We are working on the wine list.

Another list from Jonathan and Julia.

Come with me. I'll save you.

[laughs]

A few more days and this will all be behind us.

Thank goodness.

Eva, don't believe her.

She enjoys every minute of this.

I'm gonna get sommelier's thoughts.

[chuckles]

[Eva chuckles softly]

That's handy. I thought I was gonna have to call you later.

How good are you at keeping a secret?

I'm not sure.

Better than average.

Well, Nicole's jeweler's making a special piece

for me to give to her,

and I told her to give you a call

-when it's done. -Oh.

The last thing I need is for her to give me a call and...

I'm with Nicole. Then I have to cover.

We're good?

You trust me?

There's not many people that I trust more than my family

these days.

You dropped into our life,

and you took over for Laura.

And you blessed us.

You should be proud of all of the work

that you've done around here.

I know I am.

That means more than you know.

Thank you.

Let's go see what Nicole's doing.

Okay. [chuckles softly]

? ?

You're not the first agent to come around here

-buttering me up. -[laughs]

Yeah, with luck, I'll be the last.

So, what do you say...

I make both our dreams come true?

Last night was exhilarating, thrilling,

and I loved every minute of it

because I was singing with my daughter and granddaughter.

Then we'll do a concert featuring the three of you.

Right? A-A trio.

A nod to your years with the Articulettes.

Follow that up with a solo set,

a-and that's what the crowd's been waiting for.

They're on their feet.

And it's encore after encore.

You get a star turn, a chance to sing with your family.

Your fans get bragging rights for being

at the comeback concert of the century.

I'll think about it. I'll give it some thought.

Uh, what's to think about?

Sometimes you just have to take the leap, Ms. Dupree.

Let's be in touch.

[pop music playing quietly]

Well, I hope your meeting was more interesting

than my phone call.

You mean that fake phone call

with the newly-minted foundation?

[chuckles] Well?

Oh, Vernon, don't act like you need to be filled in.

You know exactly what that man wanted.

It seems like my request is making you uncomfortable.

Look, if it's beyond your scope, eh, just say the word.

It's all right. You know, I'll ask Jones.

You know, he's green, but he's hungry.

There's nothing he won't do for me.

-But if I want to make partner... -Then show me you're ready.

Listen, I need someone who will be privy

to all decisions, discussions and debates

that'll have a direct impact on this law firm.

Look, man, that's my name above that door. You understand?

But those women have a say in who gets hired now.

-Surely the published minutes of the meetings... -They Won't give me

advance notice if there are rats in the cellar

or a leak in the kitchen.

I need to know everything- and I mean everything-

that happens at this law firm, because it's mine.

You hear?

Yes, sir.

BILL: Now...

if you have a problem with that,

now is the time to tell me.

I have a lunch date.

Call me when you make a choice.

CHELSEA: Don't go yet. What would you do?

Can I work with my mother, who's a genius in the industry

and has a ton of history with brands and designers

without losing my mind?

Can a partner in a baby fashion brand

sit through her cousin spiraling again

over teaming up with her supermodel mom?

Maybe you win the argument this time.

Not interested in participating while my potential boyfriend

is waiting for me.

What's his name?

-Tomas. -Nice.

-Is he cute? Is he... -Yes.

Uh, this is a very important decision.

And if I fumble it, that's game over.

Good thing you're not dramatic.

[sighs]

Text me later?

Sure. Thanks for putting up with me.

-What is family for? -Mm.

I'm the worst for airing my dirty laundry

about my mom in front of you.

Like I never complained about my dads to you.

Doesn't mean we don't love them.

So, what do you think about all this?

Really asking or spiraling?

Both.

Well, by now, I think that Aunt Dani has taught you

everything that you need to know,

so you don't need her physically here

in order to get in her head.

That's what I've been saying.

But if Telfar Clemens or Aurora James

were related to you,

wouldn't you be all over them to be a part of this?

You already know.

Well, this is kind of the same thing.

Aunt Dani would act as a multiplier for you and Kat.

Like Kim times Kylie, Kylie times Kendall.

That kind of thing.

Working the nepo thing works.

And, no shade, but you can use that kind of power at your back.

Solid wisdom, little coz.

And how did you come up with all this on the fly?

Me and Tyrell, we talk around this kind of stuff a lot.

-Mm. -Whenever our dads are leaning on us

or lying down rules,

we always remind each other of when we didn't have them.

Didn't have family.

How alone that feels.

Well, you have me now.

And you have me.

And if you need me for anything, right here.

Ditto, kiddo.

-DANI: Mm. Mm-hmm. -[camera shutter clicking]

Yeah, just like that. Oh, very nice.

[laughs]

You're silly.

Good. Yeah.

Relax. Now smile.

Gorgeous.

ANDRE: So, this is what it's like to be

on the other side of the camera.

Give me your eyes. Mm-hmm.

-Now think of something dirty. -Mm...

I feel like a piece of meat.

Wagyu all day, baby.

-Good enough to eat. -[growls]

[Dani laughs]

One day, they will create a seating chart program

with artificial people,

and you can move them around like little chess pieces.

Oh, they have those. I can download a couple

-to your tablet. -NICOLE: How did I know

you were gonna say that?

I think I will dodge the learning curve

and go old-school with sticky notes.

We can do that, too. I can check at the reception desk.

-You wouldn't mind? -I'm on it.

Hmm.

So, why are you trying to get rid of her?

Because I want her sitting at our table.

Your daughter's nemesis?

For Kat's party, she did what made her happy.

Having Eva sit with us will make me happy.

After all, the party was her idea,

she's done all of the planning.

And it's all about making you happy.

Oh, he's finally catching on.

Hey. Excuse me.

Surprise.

[gasps, hums]

Hey. I have a...

-[stammers] -What are you doing here?

I am applying to be a bartender

at someone's anniversary party.

They're hiring extra staff.

-Like at Nicole's award ceremony. -Mm-hmm.

-You were fired, remember? -Ah.

Yes, I will never forget what Ted did to me.

-Hmm. -But don't worry.

There's a new banquet manager now.

Apparently, the old one was fired. [laughs]

Kind of a mystery why. [tongue clicks]

Anyhoo, this job is a way for me

to get around security, you know,

so I can get past the gates.

And once I'm in, I'm gonna slide into that slinky gown

and lower the boom on the happy couple.

Yeah, who can come out here any minute

and your whole plan is shot.

Is that what you want?

Is that what you want?

I've told you-

You've told me a great many little things, child.

You have. Even rushed out the house

talking about you had to speak to a cake vendor.

Let's start with that.

All right, I'll admit it.

Man came up to me last night, introduced himself,

said he wanted to talk about a comeback.

Let's just put aside the fact he thought

-he needed your permission. -Not so.

No, he was just testing the waters

before making his pitch.

Well, why didn't you just talk to me about it?

'Cause we wouldn't have even gotten this far.

This way, at least, you'll give it some thought.

You really think I'm gonna say yes to this nonsense?

[sighs]

I expect you to at least consider it.

There's no reason to.

You know, it's been a long time since you were Anita Williams.

A very long time.

That young woman lived and breathed music.

She savored every step along the path she walked.

I think you miss her, Anita.

Isn't it worth reaching for her again?

I made my choices.

Sometimes it's best just to let things be.

Can't.

That's one of the things you used to love about me.

My voice.

Just as lovely as always.

Even richer.

But this isn't just singing karaoke with family.

This is me, alone on the stage,

trying to live up to my past.

Why, if I didn't know better...

...I would say you sound scared, Anita.

Scared?

Well, if you want to be technical,

this is "terrified."

-DANI: Do you know how beautiful you are? -Ah...

-[laughs] -[camera shutter clicking]

Nice. This one's very special.

Look at me like you want me.

I don't know any other way to look at you.

[laughs softly]

Foreplay's over.

-Is that what that was? -Yeah, I'm kind of crazy like that.

-[both laugh] -[phone chimes]

Ooh, that is a text message from Chelsea.

She's coming over.

Says she wants to talk about something.

Uh, should I stay?

And make our private lives public?

Are you ready for that?

Or I could go.

Or I could stay here and make our playtime a secret.

Whatever you want,

I'll roll with it.

-Good question. -Mm.

What do I want?

-You can count on me, Bill. -I knew it wouldn't be a problem.

[clears throat]

TOMAS: Hayley. I didn't realize.

Bill, I have some documents that need your attention?

Okay. Wonderful.

Come on in, babe. Keep me updated.

-So, about the documents, they... -Uh...

That-that can wait.

I left before you got up.

So, any baby news?

Oh, it's too soon to say for sure,

but I did get your email.

It surprised me.

Well, babe, like I tell my clients,

it's never too early to prepare for the future.

Hmm. But a college fund for a baby

we're not even sure is on the way?

Well, I mean, it's not like we'll need one.

As a family, we're set financially.

But I know it'll make you feel better knowing that it's there,

so as soon as you e-sign the documents...

Oh, you're always looking out for me.

Mm. It's the best part of my job, baby.

I'm sorry that I walked in on your meeting.

Oh, no think nothing of it, baby. No.

I heard you, Bill.

I assume you asked Tomas to report back to you

about what goes on with the review board?

Looks like I have to be a little more discreet in the future.

But the regular office confidentiality rules

still apply.

All right? Now, we'll keep this between the three of us

-for obvious reasons. -Because it's underhanded?

-Do you have an objection? -I mean,

I defended you before with Mike because I hated what he did,

and none of it was your fault, not really.

Okay. So what's different now?

I don't know, maybe because I might be pregnant,

it's giving me a new perspective, Bill.

Hmm.

EVA: Nicole asked me to come here.

I'm going to see the baker later.

Now, can you please leave before they see us together?

Hmm...

-Mom. -Okay. All right.

I will hurry. You're right.

Toodle-oo.

[Eva sighs]

NICOLE: Eva.

You look like you've seen a ghost.

Uh, you startled me, that's all.

We got worried someone was giving you trouble out here

and wouldn't give up the sticky notes.

Oh, they couldn't find any. Sorry.

-Oh, I'll just finish at home. -Oh, you're leaving so soon?

Yeah, before we go, mind if I grab Eva for a second?

I want to nail down the vegan options.

Mind waiting?

I would wait forever for you.

In all our years together, I...

I've seen a lot of things in those eyes.

Seen them sparkle as you soak up applause,

fill with tears as you witness other people's pain,

on fire at the sight of injustice.

You walked by my side in protests,

-burned Thanksgiving dinners... -[chuckles]

...and raised two young women.

Two wonderful young women

in a world that's not always built for them.

But terrified?

You are asking me to do something in public

that I've only done in private for years.

That woman I barely recognize anymore.

What's really holding you back, Anita?

Even if I did decide to sing,

and I wasn't perfect,

I'd regret it.

You know that about me.

Very well.

When I hear you sing,

it's perfection.

I do love you so.

Which means?

I'll think about it.

[Vernon chuckles]

If I am pregnant, that means there's a 50-50 chance

that it's a girl, and when she grows up

and gets a job, I want it to be in a place

where she feels safe and seen and respected.

-Don't you? -Yes, baby. Yes, of course I do.

Yeah. I...

I got to say, though, I dodged a bullet with that lawsuit.

What put me at risk is not knowing

what was going on in my own firm.

You were distracted

because you were falling in love with me.

Yeah, that was my fault.

You know, and if we are blessed to have another Hamilton,

that just gives me more motivation

to protect what's mine.

Including and especially you.

All right? Look, I'm not trying

to cheat anyone out of the fairness that they seek.

Okay? And I'm not playing dirty, either.

I'm playing for keeps. For us.

-Hmm? Yeah? -[laughs softly]

-You beat me. -I couldn't wait to see you.

I say we start with dessert.

Your meeting with Bill was that bad?

-Not at all. -Well, what was he

-so desperate to talk about? -It was good.

Um, he said he likes my work and that I'm on the partner track.

Tomas. [gasps]

Oh, congratulations.

We can't toast with cake. We need champagne.

You must be so thrilled.

[sighs] Last night was mind-blowing.

It was the most fun I've had in a long time.

But let's cut to the chase.

What was this mysterious text about?

I have a proposal.

So, Kat and I were saying how major it is

to hit the ground running and really pop off.

You're right about that.

We need someone with clout, who's got connections.

Someone who is credible and knows the industry,

who will work hard because the success of the company

means just as much to her as it does to us.

You're that one-in-a-billion person we need, Mom,

so what do you say?

Will you be our chief marketing officer?

Oh, Chelsea...

this means more to me than you know.

Thank you so much.

But no.

[sighs]

This phone.

Sherry?

It's good to see you.

I heard there was some sort of a problem

the night of my award ceremony.

I don't have much time, but, um...

there's something you need to know.

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