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is an oath answered.

An oath of vengeance for a life taken.

A past destroyed.

A future threatened.

Enemy of darkness.

His battle eternal.

He walks the earth relentless.

His mission.

To hunt the messengers of evil and drive them back to hell.

Now, the light of the earth depends on the immortal.

Am I only looking for wedding announcements here?

Better throw in engagements.

The ring can be used for either purpose.

Limited to rich and powerful families.

Rafe, according to my calculations, your nine millimeters aren't calibrated to

their maximum trajectory.

You can figure out recalibration?

Well, he's smarter than he looks.

Well, get on it.

Do you guys want to fill me in while you're gearing up for battle?

The bride's kiss emerald was stolen this morning, and that can only mean

trouble. Why? It's a demon -cursed emerald that inflames the wearer into

submission to the giver. They use it for marrying into powerful families.

A demon?

Who else?

Once they're in, the curse takes over.

and they're completely manipulated by their spouse.

Sounds like some of the marriages I know.

We've been tracking it for a couple hundred years now. Twenty years ago, it

into the hands of a human collector.

He kept it out of circulation for quite some time, but then his estate put it up

on display. It was stolen this morning from its case in the museum.

I'll bet you anything it's back in demon hands by now.

So what happens next?

Well, after they've married into these families, they use their high status to

alter the course of history.

Like the French Revolution.

Assassination of Archduke Ferdinand. And that bogus wrestling match between

Conan the Bruiser and the Killer Swede.

Really?

Okay, I can't actually prove that it was because of the Emerald, but it was

still lousy.

Hmm.

Are you coming up with anything?

Well, there are three big weddings this weekend.

Clothing manufacturer, CEO of the largest flange producers.

Oh. This has got to be the one.

Maximilian Montgomery is marrying Katja Anderson tomorrow at three.

Who's that? He's a billionaire and she's a pioneer in the field of artificial

intelligence. I have studied everything she's ever written or created.

She's like the Martha Stewart of the scientific community.

So she does it with flower arrangements.

You're extremely funny.

What I mean is she's really marketed herself intelligently. Like her or not,

she's brilliant.

Her latest research was perfecting computers with virtual personalities

of learning so that human programmers would be unnecessary.

Computers that think and learn.

Heuristic is a technical term.

Learn what?

Well, it depends on what parameters Katya set up for them. Look.

You've earned yourself a reputation as a control freak. Did that come out of

being in an area completely dominated... by men.

No, that came out of dealing with a lot of jealous male incompetence.

It is tiresome dealing with ridiculous and archaic gender issues, but hopefully

my colleagues know to focus on my intelligence and not my breath.

So what's next for you?

I'm releasing my newest invention, Nika, on my wedding day.

Any chance of a preview?

No, I'm sorry. You'll just have to wait like the rest of the world. But you

won't be disappointed.

Isn't she great? Oh, yeah.

Yeah, she's a real charmer. Nice rack.

You are a troglodyte. And she's a male -bashing elitist, and you look up to

Now, look.

What's the story with this Maximilian guy?

William Montgomery.

From a long line of diamond miners, arms dealers, and power brokers.

An intelligent computer, a demon emerald, and unlimited financial

don't like the way this is shaping up.

Let's go. We're crashing a wedding.

All right.

Champagne, finger food, bridesmaids.

Hey. We can't crash a society wedding.

This is a marriage.

It's supposed to be a sacred event.

I think.

Not that I really know.

I'd really like to know one day.

Anyway, there's going to be security up the Ying Yang.

There's an etiquette around this. We have to get on the guest list.

Ying Yang, what's that? Is that out of the Kama Sutra? Hey, can it? Look, we

don't have time for etiquette, Sarah. We've got to get there before Katya

becomes a pawn in this demon game.

Is there ever time for etiquette, Rafe?

Well, it's been known to happen.

Look, do you want to do this with minimum or maximum body count?

All right.

I'm listening. What's your plan?

Leif, you look styling.

Come on, the bow tie looks fine.

Here. Do I look okay?

Absolutely.

Thanks. You guys both look very handsome.

Hey, why do I get boned with this waiter gig? Why can't I be a guest?

Oh, it's an excellent cover in terms of maneuverability and access to

information. What, the society set is just going to discuss their plans in

of the help?

And look at me, honestly.

I'm way too cool to be a waiter.

I see the fence.

The waiters are the coolest. That's exactly the point. To them, help are

They're props.

You're going to hear all kinds of stuff that you wouldn't ordinarily hear.

Now, race.

Ah, forget it. I've been to enough high society weddings.

I am a photographer.

Artsy. Good.

That'll explain the hair.

What's wrong with my hair?

It's just... A little 60s.

1760s or 1860s? Hey.

But it looks good on you.

Huh. And what's your cover?

This dress is my cover.

Just to clarify, why am I the one breaking the sweat?

Goodwin, cheer up. No one keeps track of the food and drinks. You can eat to

your heart's content.

Yeah, and remember why we're here. No girls and no booze. We're on a mission.

When have I ever been anything other than totally dedicated, Rafe?

How about Japan, 1790? Or London, 1743? Or the Black Forest, 1812?

Okay, I get your point.

Boys, one hour until showtime.

Can't wait to get started.

Let's go. Okay.

This is where Ketchy is getting married, isn't it? Yes, but Mr. Anderson does

not appreciate tardiness. I suggest you hurry.

But the wedding doesn't start for another hour. It's starting now.

Oh.

Invitation, please?

Certainly.

It's here somewhere.

Oh, oh.

Sorry.

Oh.

Thank you.

Invitation? You just took my invitation.

Fine, then I'll catch you. She's busy getting married.

Smile.

Looks like we've got the right party.

Well, your cover's working great so far.

Keep up the good work.

No, not New York. This meeting has to take place in Hong Kong.

I don't give a damn about your kid's birthday. I'm at my wedding. Do you see

slacking off?

We've got to get to her and get that ring out of the ceremony.

She'll have to mingle, right?

That's the best we can do right now other than manhandle the ring bearer.

Authority types know no boundaries.

Rafe, you cannot stop this ceremony.

But I'm not going to stop it. I'm just going to, you know, distract it

momentarily. Look, VPs are a dime a dozen, buddy. If you do not have your

a plane in one hour, I will buy another flunky to do your job.

That catcher sure is a bitch.

You were going to say bitch, weren't you?

No, she's a powerhouse, doing what she has to do to stay on top of a field

almost exclusively dominated by men.

Take a pill, goody. You two need a vacation from each other, but right now

got work to do, okay? And there is nothing more sacred than two people

together with a common goal, which is why we are all gathered here today to

celebrate this union.

Hey, I've got an idea. Get your cell phone out.

Call her, you know, make up some business.

Are you nuts?

No private money for a paramedic?

No normal bride, maybe.

Come on, what do you got to lose?

Improvise. Repeat after me. I, Katya.

Steve, finally.

No, I don't care what time it is in Hong Kong.

Love, honor, blah, blah, blah. Can we cut to the chase party? This call is

important.

And with this ring symbolizing eternal love, I now pronounce you husband and

wife.

Oh, wonderful, Mother.

Yeah. And I'm so happy for you, darling.

Ooh, mini -keys.

Isn't it a little early, Isabel?

I'm celebrating your nuptial.

Isn't that what you wanted? I prefer a celebration to a drunken orgy.

Oh, you would?

Marriage slowing you down, Max?

No, not at all.

Eating me up, actually.

Sorry,

you must be a friend of Cutter's, yes?

Max Montgomery, I don't believe we've met.

Yes, yes.

Christina Hope.

The bottle to note, yes.

Yes. Any elsewhere, I hope.

All sharp today.

What do you think? Isn't it lovely?

Oh, yes, it is. It's wonderful.

Congratulations.

She's quite a woman.

Yes, she is. She's quite fabulous.

Yes. Tell me, where do you know my Katja from?

Princeton.

How nice.

You know, I have to admit, I was a little surprised when Katja accepted my

proposal. Well, I mean, she's so busy with her career and all that love and

marriage simply weren't on her agenda.

Until now, that is.

So what was it that convinced her?

Well, I like to think it's my devilish charm.

Well, I really forget to catch her. Congratulate her on her happy day. Yes,

sure she'd love to see you.

Yes, it was nice speaking with you.

Very nice.

Well, hello.

You're not Alphonse.

You would prefer Alphonse to Fernando Galatori?

And you are Galatori?

In the flesh. And fantasy, so to speak.

Alphonse has the blue. That's rather unprofessional.

Yes, those darn influencers are so selfish.

Okay, I'll forgive him this time.

Seeing as he has such exquisite taste in replacing.

Well, I'm sure that would speed his recovery.

Would you care to sit down?

No. I would like a photo.

After all.

How often does one's daughter get married? Might as well capture it for

posterity. Absolutely.

Please, move a little bit to your left.

Here. There, by the flowers.

There.

So, you've been planning this wedding for a while now? Oh, no.

I'm just the mother of the bride.

No, this has been Max's project from the outset.

How nice for you.

Not really.

Just as long as he keeps my daughter happy.

She's a beauty, just like her mother.

You are a charmer and handsome.

Oops.

There.

I'm ready for you.

Delightful. I'm ready for you too, Fernando.

I could sell this to Vogue for the cover.

You are such a liar.

But I love it.

I will, um, see you later.

I look forward to it.

But, Matt, what about the gas?

Don't worry about it, darling.

It will only take a minute.

Did you get the ring yet? No.

Well, where's Sarah?

Over there.

Sarah!

Okay, change of plans. Good when you find Katya. And get that ring off her

finger. Right, I'm on it.

We missed you at the alumni dinner last year.

Oh, I know. I meant to go, but everything just got so crazy. Yeah, with

exciting life.

Doing, uh, what is it, research in the paranormal?

Yes. Yeah.

So, who are you here for, the bride or the groom?

Bride. Scott's family is old friends with the Andersons.

And who?

Groom. Dear Mac.

Look at you. I know.

What are you, six months? About that.

It's going to be a real powerhouse, this one. Or she.

Now, we'll be happy as long as the baby's healthy.

But we need someone to carry on my name.

Our name, dear.

There is wonderful.

Well, it's the perfect setting for such lovely guests.

Don't you just love canapes?

Uh, yeah. You have some dip on your finger. Allow me. Try these. They're

Okay, but don't tell.

Oops, almost got my ring.

Wouldn't want that.

The trick is to use fresh herbs. Dry ones don't work as well.

At least that's what my chef Leon said.

He says that if you keep a small herb garden in your kitchen, you have access

wonderful flavors year -round.

Now, I haven't actually seen the kitchen, but I believe him.

You want me to get that?

You are such a cutie.

Can't a girl even take time off to get married?

Hello, Mrs. Katja Montgomery speaking.

First time I've gotten to say that.

What? No, that's impossible.

Nika's here with me, and I'm not revealing her until tonight.

Relax. Go and enjoy your kid's birthday, you big silly, and let me enjoy my

wedding. Honestly, some people.

Four rings.

Uh, trouble?

Hmm.

My worrywart VP thinks somebody's activated Nika.

That's your invention, right?

My key to the world.

But you don't want to hear about my job, do you, my handsome young canapé?

You'll have to excuse me. I'm going to go share these with the rest of the

guests. Ah, yes, sharing.

Not a concept that I support wholeheartedly, but necessary under the

circumstances, I suppose.

Uh, yeah.

Well, and having kids was all you and I used to talk about. I mean, we even came

up with names.

Oh, yeah.

My career has just gone...

Such an unexpected direction.

Oh, I admire your dedication to that.

What is happening in the paranormal field? Any alien landings yet?

Well, you know, Scott's the breadwinner in our family, so I'm just happy to stay

home with the baby.

Just don't wait too long.

Oh, honey, don't scare her like that.

You'll have your turn, Sarah. All that really matters is, well, that you're

happy.

Are you happy?

Oh, absolutely.

My work is important, and my colleagues are outrageous.

And, you know, I couldn't be happier.

I'm sure.

Yeah. Yeah.

Hors d 'oeuvres?

Hors d 'oeuvres?

Oh.

I need to talk to you. Dressing room? Three minutes.

I'm just going to go freshen up.

I'll catch up with you guys later.

Okay.

Could you at least pretend not to notice other women?

And men are to feel fat and ugly, okay, and pregnant.

Yeah? Well, whose fault is that?

If you wouldn't have forgotten taking your pill. Yeah, but you know what?

ever think about having sex again, okay?

Ever. Oh, is that a promise?

Don't even start.

I'm sorry.

Just looking for a place to reload.

You're not ducking out of your own wedding now, are you?

Oh, well, let's be honest. It's all about the bride.

The quick I do and my job was done.

I guess your line of work keeps you pretty busy.

Well, I mean, it is wedding season. You must be booked solid.

Yes. I'm Max.

Actually, it's Chic Maximilian Montgomery, if you want to be precise.

Oh, Saddam gave me the title after I helped him with business dealings.

Really? And what business dealings were those?

Well, I deal in rare gems, mainly.

Saddam asked me to find the perfect gem for some gentleman he wished to do

business with.

Fortunately, they were so enchanted by its beauty that they sealed the deal

immediately.

I guess you don't care who you do business with.

Well, business is business.

Do you do business with people you don't like?

Well, I capture the character within.

Ah, but some subjects are master illusionists. What then?

Well, I've never met an illusion I can't pierce.

Well, you must be a very rare artist indeed.

Peace, Thornton.

Rekma.

Do you have the ring yet? No, do you?

No.

Any progress?

Well, Kachi got a call saying someone accessed Nika, but she said that was

impossible because it's here.

Are you sure?

Totally. She said it was her key to the world. What does that mean? Well, Nika

might be a form of those virtual personalities I was talking about

They interface with other computers by modem. If the demons got their hands on

it and knew how to operate it, they could access every computer online.

Which nowadays is most of them all over the world.

The demons would have a field day with this kind of power. This is sick.

You find Rafe.

I'll find Nico.

No.

Of course, I prefer big game myself.

Do you hunt?

Well, photographers are a lot like hunters.

I go on safari, too.

Six ball cross pocket, you were saying?

Well, whether it's a gun or a camera, you have to be patient.

You have to wait for your best shot.

And I suppose you have that kind of patience, do you?

Oh, dear.

Looks like I have you cornered.

Look that way.

Books can be deceiving.

Bravo.

Well, you really are a diamond in the rough, hmm?

You're in the gem business.

I'm sure you've heard of the Bride's Kiss Emerald. Yes, of course, the

Cursed Emerald.

Why, what's your interest in it?

It's in town.

It's famous, and I want to shoot it.

Do you believe it's cursed?

Well, I like to think that the proof is in the pudding.

I mean, the thing's been on display for weeks.

Has the public fallen under its spell?

I don't think it works that way. I think you have to wear it.

You know, it was stolen from the museum today.

And a guard was killed in the process.

What is she?

Corner pocket.

Well, beginner's luck.

We're off on our honeymoon tomorrow, south of Spain.

Very romantic, or so I'm told.

You married?

Once.

Widowed.

How tragic.

Yes.

If I were you, I'd go for the ten ball in the corner pocket.

I prefer a subtler move.

As do I, immortal.

to reveal himself.

As does the demon who makes him pick.

What's your plan, demon? Nothing you can stop.

Y2K got wrecked because low -class demons are notorious for shooting off

mouths. Oh, what?

So chew on this.

I'll be dishing up a little fire and brimstone later.

First seating is at six o 'clock. I do hope you can make it. Ray.

That demon just vanished.

Whoa, A -class.

Yeah.

Sarah wants you right away. You remember that virtual personality she was

talking about?

Yeah. Well, it's called Nika, and it's here.

In the house?

Yeah. Katya called it her key to the world, and apparently it's been

Sarah went to go find it.

What time is it?

4 .03. And where's the ring now?

On Katya's finger.

Dill.

That demon promised fire and brimstone at 6 o 'clock. And I'll bet you anything

this Nika is this ticket.

What's it do?

I don't know, but it can't be good. And we got two hours to stop it. And figure

out what it is.

Enable to process entry.

All systems engaged.

Nika's definitely been activated.

You stay here. Keep your eye on things. I'm going to try and find Ray.

Oh, excuse me.

My favorite waiter.

My favorite mother of the bride.

The general would have liked you.

The general?

Gachi's father.

My late husband.

He's the one that introduced you to all that computer stuff.

And I suppose you had other ideas about how she should spend her time?

Well, she is a girl.

But the general was a very persuasive man.

I wish I had a general for a father.

Try getting anywhere without having contact these days.

Well, Catchy was very fortunate.

He gave a bunch of those R &D contracts with the military.

Like Nika?

It's too bad he didn't live to see it.

Yeah, that's a shame.

You'll have to excuse me.

Oh, I'll just pass these around, shall I?

Yeah.

Sarah.

Kim and Scott are having a baby.

So?

So? They probably have a Range Rover, too.

And? And I live in a bus.

I just look at them, Rafe, and I wonder if I missed the boat, you know?

How am I here when I always figured I'd have roots by now somewhere in my life?

Listen to me.

You're letting your inside be controlled by somebody else's outside.

So? So how do you think demons work?

Where do you think jealousy comes from?

Or bigotry or hatred?

Hey, I'm here for you.

But right now the world's in danger, and we got a job to do.

You're right.

Hmm?

You're right.

I'm sorry.

Don't let it happen again.

I found this press release in the computer room.

Nika's being billed as the new frontier of digital security.

That integrated cracking agent, what does that mean?

It means that Nika's specialization is cracking into other computers.

You mean like hacking?

No. Hacking is a relatively benign term.

Cracking is malicious.

People who deliberately go into a system to pull out or mess with sensitive

material.

That's a perfect demonic device.

Yeah. It creates chaos.

Hello? Sarah.

I just found out that Kachi's father was a general and that Nika is a military

contract. Nika was developed for the military.

Katya was probably hired to design a program that could find the weaknesses

the security system of the Defense Department.

Brilliant. Max gets his hands on it, and now it's not checking the weaknesses,

it's exploiting them. Now, he mentioned something about Y2K. Now, Y2K at the

time was linked to the apocalypse.

Armageddon.

Exactly.

And if I'm right, in about one hour, Max is going to try to use Nika to unleash

the stockpile of nuclear weapons on the world.

I want you to find Max and Katya and don't let them leave.

Got it, bro.

You got to get that ring off her right away. We got to deactivate Nika.

I'll worry about Max.

Let's stop these monsters.

Hello.

We haven't met.

I'm Katya.

Anderson. I know. Oh, how do you know?

I've read everything about you. Every article, every interview.

Oh, how flattering. But it's Montgomery now.

I'm married.

What a beautiful ring.

Mac said it made especially for me. He is so great.

It's such an unusually cut stone. Isn't it? Have you tried the canapes? I just

love them.

Yeah, fabulous.

Do you know how to cook a pot roast? Because I've been such a takeout girl my

whole life that Poopsie is going to want a hot cooked meal on the stove when he

gets home and who can blame him?

Listen, Katya. Oh, my gosh.

Do you think we could get them to play Que Sera Sera? I would love to sing it

Max. Nothing gets them in the mood like Doris Day.

May you dream of white picket fences, but I've got a job to do.

Forgive me.

I hope this doesn't rule out the possibility of a working relationship in

future.

Thank me when this is over and you're back to your usual self.

Max is still lurking around. Farrah's in the dressing room with Katya. Getting

the ring off, I hope.

What time is it now?

5 .37.

Okay, you stay here. I'm going to find the girls.

Well, hello, hunky boy.

Oh, can I have this?

Bad boy.

You were trying to take my ring away.

Max wouldn't like that very much. Max?

She's under his control.

Yeah, not if I have anything to say about it.

Dara, give me the ring.

Now.

Okay.

But first you have to dance with me.

Listen to me.

In a half an hour, mass murder's gonna begin.

Oh, you're so clever at those things, that Max.

Why haven't we done this before? You're wonderful.

We need Katya. Where is she?

Safe and sound.

Heads up. Give me back my wedding ring, you psycho.

Hey, it's my ring now.

Ouch!

Give me my ring!

Give me!

Hey, move it! Here!

Careful! Grab it!

Somebody get that ring!

Put it back!

Take it off!

Give me that ring!

Katya, listen, listen. We don't have time to go into detail, but we need your

help now.

Max has activated Nika in order to launch nuclear missiles.

Who are you? A concerned citizen.

I'm just supposed to believe this? Please, Katya, just check Nika. See if

been tampered with. It's five minutes of your time.

It won't do you any good.

Get her out of here. I'll deal with this. No. My invention. Max, what is

on? What is all this about nuclear missile?

I'm sorry to ruin our wedding day, darling, but I'm afraid it's true.

Why, you bastard!

Ah, the famous Anderson Tempo.

I think it's what I love about you most. I'm gonna kill you!

Not if I kill you first. Get her out of here.

This ends now.

Correction.

You end now.

Hello, baby.

Hello, Katya.

Engage in updated parameters.

Missiles taking launch position.

How could this happen? I'm the only one she's programmed to obey.

It was you. Right. I just reprogrammed my own invention an hour ago in the

middle of my wedding without remembering it. What do you remember of the last

couple of hours, Katya?

I don't know.

It's hazy.

Missile position set.

Washington, Berlin, Moscow, and... Beijing.

Locked.

We're in trouble.

There's no override function on this thing? Not unless I give her self

commands.

I built her. I can figure out a way to stop her. There's no time, Patsy. I just

set her down. No, I can do this.

Do something. This is doomsday. Mika is the culmination of my entire life's

work. I'm not going to just destroy her.

I can reprogram her in time to stop this.

Don't worry, we won't die. I intend to live long enough to kill that son of a

bitch husband of mine.

Katya, you're brilliant, but this is beyond you. Please just shut her down.

let me work this out. And if you can't, then Mac wins.

And even if you do survive, you will always be the little wife to the big man

for the rest of your life. Always doing his bidding.

What do you mean?

You have no idea how you've been acting.

Discussing recipes.

Singing to your poopsie.

All sugar and spice.

Totally subservient. Not the Katya I've grown to admire.

I've seen goldfish with more spirit. Katya, please, build another Nika when

is done. You've got to shut her down. You can't let Max win. I'm actually

saying, hey, Doron, I hate Doron Day.

Missile launch averted.

Self

-destruct

initiated. Goodbye.

Catch ya.

What's the matter, Max?

Good life making you soft?

I

told

you I could pierce any illusion.

You know, I don't think much of those friends of yours.

Who, Scott and Kim? Yeah, talk about hypocrites, all sunshine on the outside,

but bitter and mean to each other. Definitely not about love.

Come to think of it, all these society types are asses. You're running with a

much better crowd right now.

So, what's it going to be?

Love or career?

Both. All in good time.

You know, after all those canapes, I could definitely go for a slice of

Well, allow me.

I captured the bride's inner glow.

Wouldn't you say?

Yeah.

What do you think?

Well,

I wouldn't quit your day job.

I don't have a day job.

Oh, it's an email from Katya.

What?

Katya and Bill are on a long vacation courtesy of Max, who's presumed missing.

And that's the way it's going to stay.

Yeah. And he's also left her heir to the mine, so she's in no big rush to find

him. She's already generated a buzz on Nika version 2 .0. Well, as long as

happy.

You know, I look at Katya and Kim, and I thank God I'm me and

here.

Even if that means I have to put up with you two schmoes.

I never get a pretty little emerald of my own.

Yeah.

Well, thinking about emeralds, where's that ring?

I'd say it's great.

At least until he's cleaned out the brakes.

Yeah.