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You barely touched your breakfast.

I'm not hungry. Thanks.

I heard from your grandmother again last night.

Still having a blast in Chicago with the girl group?

There are probably some sour notes mixed up

in the sweet music that they're making.

Well, that's the thing with revisiting the past.

Yeah. There are moments that leave blessings.

And scars.

Martin, I know you've been anxious.

Not sleeping.

But let's try to keep a level head.

I know what I saw.

I thought my past was dead and gone. [scoffs]

He's here. And he's not letting go.

I should take a picture of this.

Of me doing research?

[sighs]

If you could lock in like this when we play chess,

you might even beat me someday.

[chuckles] Isn't it a little early for trash talking?

Ah, good way to start off the day.

-Mental acuity. -Okay.

It's like chess, but with words.

Now what you do-- journalism--

it's like trash talk, not taking sides.

"All dressed up in its Sunday best,"

as Granddad would say.

Is that what you've been learning from your granddad?

It's got to be hard, staying objective.

Because everybody has their own viewpoint.

And everybody wants their story told the way they want it told.

A hundred percent.

What are we working on now?

I am doing a profile on a police detective.

The editor tossed you a puff piece.

His mistake.

And now it's your chance to prove who you are.

Yeah, I just hope my piece lives up to the hype.

Let's hear it.

Really?

Okay, well, don't repeat any of this.

[clears throat]

"Cops lead interesting lives.

"Have stories they keep close to the vest.

Things they've never shared with anyone but each other."

-Like family does. -Exactly.

So I wanted to know more about my subject,

so I did some digging, asking questions,

and the more that I keep digging--

-The higher the body count. -No, slow down.

It's not that deep. Yet.

But I am hearing rumblings

that the only person that our cop may be protecting

and serving is himself.

[sighs] You're kidding me, right?

I asked you for one favor.

No.

Now I know who can't be trusted

with high-value information.

That got heated. Boy Scout got a temper.

Don't worry about it.

Following up on that wack job, "Loony Leslie"?

Look, don't you have some cases to solve?

In other words, mind my business?

That's exactly right.

Yeah, that's the Jacob I've been waiting to see.

Got that dog in you.

You need it if you're gonna make some stuff happen,

get it done.

And what kind of "stuff" you ever done?

I thought so.

You nothing but a whole lot of talk.

You're full of it, man.

♪ ♪

I am just too full of love, light, and happiness

to talk about purses.

We need to get someone to look at these documents.

Yes, I have seen the papers, and they look very important.

Now can we please talk about me?

Fine.

You know, there's a thin line between brave and crazy.

That's where I do my best work.

You and Madison just met, like, what, five minutes ago?

And you've already introduced her to the entire family?

I guess some things are just meant to be.

[sighs] I could never.

Your lack of impulse control staggers me.

You weren't scared?

Are you kidding me? I was terrified.

But sometimes you just have to take that leap.

So I grabbed Madison's hand,

we looked into each other's eyes, and I did it.

I told everyone I loved her.

Oh, my God.

And they loved her back? Especially Granddad?

How'd you know? He's crazy about her.

Of course he is.

You're following the family tradition.

You mean the tradition where you either

become a doctor or lawyer or get to work marrying one?

Yeah, that is not this.

Maybe it should be.

There is nothing that would make me happier

than having a lawyer in my pocket right now.

Well, you have a particular, very interested lawyer

that you could have in other places.

Just say the word.

That was comedy gold.

Come on. Why aren't you laughing?

In case you're interested,

we're being sued for copyright infringement.

They think I stole that idea?

That purse is mine. It's all mine.

You know, babe, I wonder if there's a band of artisans

that crafts bespoke canes and walking sticks, you know?

I can probably find a carver that can

whip up a few of these in different kinds of wood

with gold and silver accents.

You know, they can probably carve depictions

of my courtroom victories.

Hayley?

What's wrong?

Communication in a marriage

is essential to a couple's well-being.

Don't you agree?

Yeah. Don't we tell each other everything?

[scoffs] I thought so.

And I know you must be scared, but we're a couple, Bill.

When were you gonna tell me?

Tell you what?

Your health. What happened?

Did the doctor give you a bad prognosis?

Because whatever news you are keeping from me,

I need to know so we can fight this together.

Wait, wait, wait. Hold on. Wait.

As far as I know,

residual weakness in my arm and leg is all that I have.

Okay? What do you know that I don't?

The insurance company called.

Your agent wanted to verify information

on the policy you took out yesterday.

Look, Bill, what is going on?

If you're leaving me, you have to tell me now.

-Okay, baby-- -But please don't leave me.

Hey, I'm not going anywhere.

Then why are you buying insurance and so much of it?

Okay, look, come here. Come here. Listen.

Look.

It's... it's not a big deal, all right?

It's not a sign that it's the end of the world.

It's what couples do.

It's a whole life insurance policy.

Worth $10 million with me as sole beneficiary?

I thought you'd be happy.

If I had the choice between you and money,

you are worth more to me than gold, Bill.

Okay. And I love you twice as much, baby, okay?

But if anything were to happen-- God forbid--

I need to know that you're taken care of.

One lump sum payout for you and our little one.

And that's money you wouldn't have to share

with anyone for any reason.

I only care about you.

Promise me that I won't have to worry about insurance

or payouts anytime soon.

[chuckling]

You're never getting rid of me, Hayley Hamilton. All right?

I'll be giving the toast at our son's college graduation.

But what if our daughter decides she wants

to travel the world instead?

Hey. Okay. I hope she does.

You hear that, baby Hamilton? Hmm?

No matter what role you choose,

we expect greatness from our children.

So whatever you do, you do it with excellence.

-And goodness and mercy. -That's right.

-Love you, baby. -Love you, too.

Our first lawsuit, and we haven't even launched?

I don't understand what they're basing this on.

They saw one purse in one fashion show,

and now they're saying we copied theirs?

I created that brilliant little bag.

From first idea to sketch to design.

I worked with a dozen

of ethically sourced textile companies.

Been with you every step of the way.

If anything, they saw the buzz that our purse started

and they're trying to back-engineer their way

into a lawsuit.

If anything, they're trying to kill off

the competition to show off their half-assed imitations.

Great theory. Where's the proof?

What do you think their next move is?

Well, a judge can file an injunction

to stop production.

We'd be dead in the water.

Is this how it's gonna be forever?

Lawsuit after lawsuit?

Corporations afraid our upstart is going

to squander their money?

In a way, it's a compliment,

but we are just not ready for this.

What are we gonna do?

Find a way to squash this before it sees the light of day.

It's like we're the new kids on the block.

We need to send a message and squash the opposition.

I like it.

That way, people will know not to mess with us.

We're new, but we're ready for a fight.

If he's becoming a problem, we need to deal with him.

Then you believe me?

Seriously, Granddad, I thought I was starting to lose my mind.

But if you think it's possible that--

I think that between these episodes

you've been having and the fact

that you think this busboy has been gaslighting you,

we must do something

-to allay your concerns. -What can we do?

After I confronted him, he just blew me off like it was nothing.

-But it was the way he did it. -Unnerved you.

And you think it was intentional?

Yeah, I do.

But that's not enough reason to get him fired.

No.

Nor do I intend to take it to that extreme.

I could have a talk with the manager

and suggest that he reassign the young man

to the kitchen or pool area.

Out of sight and off of your mind.

Yeah, that could work,

but we can't antagonize this guy.

We need to be willing to take that risk.

And we don't know who this man is

or much less whether he had

anything to do with that awful night.

It's possible that you misheard him, but...

...if this busboy said

those words to you, the same words that you heard

two years ago and in your nightmares,

then we need to find out what game he's playing.

How?

We'll just ask him.

You know this is stalking?

You're lucky, 'cause if you weren't family...

Stop avoiding my calls

and I wouldn't have to track you down.

I'm doing my job, Kat.

And part of that job is

keeping me updated on our case.

It's my case.

Let's be honest.

If I wouldn't have gotten that napkin

with Leslie's DNA on it,

you wouldn't even have a case.

And if the results match the DNA on the motorcycle helmet,

we can push the district attorney

closer to filing charges.

What you want? A thank-you card?

When do we get the results of the test?

Do we need to talk to somebody to rush it or--?

Bureaucracy takes time.

How much time?

How the hell am I supposed to know?

It's above my pay grade.

[sighs] Well, just make sure

I'm the first person called when you find anything out.

And I'm sure you'll make yourself unavoidable until then.

I'm glad you know me so well.

And if you don't find me,

I'll find you.

I'm sure you will.

Oh!

-Morning, cousin. -Morning, coz.

You wouldn't be giving my husband hell now, would you?

Now, what is family for?

Adios.

Do I have to apologize for my cousin's behavior?

Nope.

Don't tell Kat, but I should really thank her

for being a better partner than the one I actually have.

What do you know about this fluff piece

from the Washington Record?

That it's mandatory.

Public Affairs says it's good to humanize the department.

Guy's been making implications about my conduct.

-To who? -Just me, as far as I know.

But if those allegations go public,

it could compromise my retirement plans.

And everything and everybody around me goes "boom."

Yeah, well, it makes no sense.

I mean, why would he even go there?

Something or somebody had to tip him off.

Got to wonder if the husband's in the mix.

You'd think being married to the congressman,

the guy would tread lightly.

Well, maybe we're jumping the gun.

I mean, how much of this is Smith snooping?

And how much does he really know?

SMITTY: Based on my initial research,

it seems my subject is taking payoffs.

I've been going through his financial transactions,

and everything looks normal until early April,

when there's a payment for $5,000

from an unspecified source.

Cash.

Cash? Isn't he a detective?

Who's throwing five bands on him for something legal?

I know, right?

And then a year and a half ago, Malone buys a house.

Well, homeownership is legit.

In the Caribbean.

Something is off.

[sighs] But, like,

if you were to play devil's advocate,

what if this guy's good at investments and savings?

Mm-mm. No. He also has a nice-sized boat.

You are a smart kid.

Put this in your simulation generator brain of yours.

Give me one scenario where a cop goes

from just getting by to a millionaire

in less than two years that makes sense.

Go ahead.

I'll wait.

Politely questioning this guy won't make him change his story.

But it could uncover something we haven't considered.

Like what?

Granddad, I know what I heard that busboy say to me.

But when I talked to him,

he had me second-guessing myself.

Well, if that's all there was to it,

then I'd be inclined to think he meant no harm.

But you mentioned a smile,

a sneer.

That tells me there's something more underhanded at play.

Which is why confronting him is useless.

He'll play the same game,

act like he did or said nothing out of line.

Which is no good for us.

And doing it here?

In public is best.

Martin, whether he is the man you think he is,

or just some troublemaker who enjoys stirring the pot

with a prominent congressman,

we need to put a stop to it immediately.

If you have a minute.

Yes, sir. Can I get something for you?

Let's see what color's your money?

Get him the hell out of here.

I don't understand what's happened.

I used to be so carefree.

Hmm. You mean before we were married?

-I guess this is my fault. -Must be.

You put this ring on my finger,

and now I'm always looking over my shoulder,

waiting for the next disaster on the horizon.

Mm, we've had our share of growing pains, sure.

That's your euphemism?

[chuckles] But it's expected in a blended family, baby.

Watching you fight your way back from the stroke has forced me

to be in the same room at the same time

with all the other women in your life.

Yeah. Yeah, I know that it hasn't been easy for you,

and I'm sorry.

I never expected a bed of roses,

but what's life gonna be like for our baby?

Born into a family that doesn't want any part of her?

Hey, look,

the people that matter are already in this room, okay?

And he'll be blessed because he'll be ours.

Right?

And between the two of us, we have enough love

to carry that child through 12 lifetimes.

[phone chimes]

[mutters]

Oh!

-Who is it? -It's Chelsea.

Oh, okay.

Hey. Here's my brilliant daughter.

-How you doing, Dad? -Hi, Hayley.

BILL: I'll be better when people stop asking.

-You know me. -CHELSEA: Sure do.

Mm-hmm. Just following Dr. Montgomery's orders,

waiting for the green light to go back to work.

Oh, and I'm supposed to pretend like you haven't been

over here searching through cases?

[chuckles] What can I say? I'm a creature of habit.

So what brings you by? Not complaining, so you know.

Well, I was hoping for some free legal advice if you have time.

Come on. I've got nothing but time for you, Chelsea.

Oh.

Okay.

This is interesting.

What is it?

Well, it seems like Mode Pizzicato is

claiming trademark and patent infringement.

They served ChelseaKat with a cease and desist.

CHELSEA: I mean, they're trying to shut down my production.

I carried that little purse on the runway.

It was just a prototype.

Okay? Yeah, well...

Are you familiar with any of their products?

Not enough to copy a design.

Look, I would never

intentionally copy any of their stuff.

That purse is purely my creation alone.

Well, it seems like they mean business.

What am I gonna do, Dad?

I mean, we don't have cash like this to fight this.

And these are the big guys,

and I'm just a small start-up.

I mean, can they actually shut me down?

I have never needed a lawyer more than I do right now.

Oh, I'm loving the way this sounds so far.

If I hire a private lab to run a DNA test,

would that evidence be admissible in court?

Okay. Interesting conundrum.

Short answer, it depends on the circumstances.

Tell me what's up.

The police lab has a backlog.

It's like a gazillion months behind.

The evidence that could put Leslie behind bars is

just sitting on a shelf somewhere collecting dust.

And you have a side solution?

My parents have a lot of connections

in labs across the city, across the country.

And you want to circumvent the correct channels

and do it fast?

You make it sound like it's a bad thing.

Because you'd be in clear violation

of the chain of custody,

rendering your very expensive results

inadmissible in court.

Okay, well, what am I supposed to do?

Wait like everybody else.

Doesn't it drive you crazy?

If it's any consolation,

someone I like and admire very much is teaching me

all about anticipation and how sometimes

when something is important enough,

it's worth the wait.

The whole thing's ground to a halt

till I get the DNA results from the lab.

Well, how long could that take?

With all the cases piling up, it could be months.

Months?

Ah, that's got to be so frustrating.

Sometimes I feel like I'm treading water.

Especially with situations like this one,

when there's a high probability

that we know exactly who the culprit is.

I just want to get her off the streets.

Maybe you'll have to wait till Leslie messes up again.

Which leaves unsuspecting innocent people in danger.

I'm supposed to be protecting our citizens,

but with all the hoops I have to jump through,

I don't know if I'm making a difference at all.

Of course you are, baby. It's just another bad day.

Yeah, I guess.

But enough about my frustration. How's my wife?

Well, there's a problem I'm having.

Maybe you can help me.

Mm, you know I'd love to, baby,

but we in the middle of a restaurant.

Stop! [chuckles] I'm talking about June.

Right. Right, right, right. June.

-Oh, my God. -How's she doing?

Everything all right?

[sighs] Physically, yes, she seems well.

But this cleanup crew rolled through her encampment,

took everybody's things,

and made all the unhoused vacate the underpass.

I know she's not taking that well.

I mean, would you?

If someone came in and took away

everything you cherished like it was nothing?

And I've been trying to find out who's responsible,

but I keep running into brick walls.

Well, you know, I wish I could help,

but the police department isn't involved

in nongovernmental sweeps.

Well, do you know who I can contact about this?

Look, I'll make some calls and see what I can find.

-Okay. -But don't get June's hopes up.

Usually, when homeless people's things get confiscated,

it ends up trashed.

Your friend isn't looking too well.

-Oh, he's fine. -I hope you're right.

Looks like he's seen a ghost.

Well, you seemed familiar.

I've got that kind of face.

"Kenneth..."

you've never seen us before?

Mm. That's hard to say

with so many of your people looking alike.

My people?

Your family. You got a real big family is all I mean.

I see. Yes.

So, you've never seen us outside of this country club?

[chuckles] I can't travel in your circles, Mr. Dupree.

Black royalty. Nah, that's "rarefied" air.

Can't touch that.

-Is there anything else? -That'll be all.

That's him.

Yep.

That's him.

You sure I can't pour you a glass, Chelsea?

-No, I'm good, Dad. Thanks. -Okay, well,

I am glad that you brought this to me.

You're the best lawyer in town.

I won't argue with you there.

But, you know,

things haven't been too easy with us, sweetheart.

You know, we kind of lost our way.

I made choices you didn't agree with.

That's lawyer talk for "I left your mom for Hayley"

and blindsided Naomi and me.

Okay, Chelsea, insulting Hayley is not gonna--

Bill, she wasn't insulting me. She was insulting you.

I stand corrected.

Maybe I shouldn't have come.

If you could recommend someone else--

No, no, no. Please don't leave.

No one will do a better job for you than your father,

and I'd hate to see you and Kat ripped off

just because you can't stand me.

Yeah, losing money over you? Not my vibe.

If you'd like me to leave...

CHELSEA: No. Damn, I hate this.

Hayley, look, I know that my sister

already told you this,

but I really appreciate you getting Dad to the hospital.

And I appreciate you sticking by his side through his stroke.

Now, this is your house.

I can't tell you where you can be

or what you can hear.

And, Dad,

you've done some things that I don't like,

but you're still my dad.

Yeah, well, sometimes I'm not a very good one, I guess.

Look, I should have been at the fashion show

where you premiered your purse collection.

I should be following everything you do on social media.

-You'd never get any work done. -Yeah, well,

it'll be worth it if we could get back

to where you're not just calling me

because you need something.

You know, where I could just be there for you

without you even asking.

And not just in the big moments, but the ordinary ones, too.

That'd be cool.

Yeah. Now... [clears throat]

back to this pesky legal matter.

Look. This...

This is nothing more than a preemptive strike

by a competitor who wants to destroy you

before you even get started.

This guy knows that you got connections in the industry.

Your mother's a major name.

He just wants to squash you, that's all.

And that's why I came to you.

HAYLEY: I was wondering about that.

Oh. Sorry. I'm just saying.

Chelsea could have went to her sister for this.

Naomi is a very capable attorney.

Yeah, well, maybe Chelsea was just emotional

because of my recent brush with death.

That's not it. Well, not all of it.

You all are really gonna make me say it?

Say what?

The thing.

Naomi is the one that you go to

for a moral victory on the high ground.

When you want something done surgically

and slightly sinister,

and when you might get your hands dirty,

better call Bill.

[chuckling]

Smart girls. Raised them right.

If somebody told me a big, important lawyer would be

helping me track down my belongings.

I studied law because I enjoy helping people.

You're the good one.

Everybody else is doing it for the money.

There's all kinds of us.

I wish I'd had you with me when they steamrolled through

and made us scatter, took our things.

That wouldn't happen if you'd let me help you

find stable housing, June.

[sighs]

Now, I know you told me not to get my hopes up,

but you've got something to tell me, don't you?

June, I-I wish I had better news for you,

but we still don't have any real answers.

I see.

But I want you to know

that I have Jacob working on it, okay?

People looking out for me.

That's something new.

Now, I won't make any promises,

but if your things are still out there and safe,

Jacob will do everything he can to get them for you.

It must seem like a bunch of worthless junk

to most folks, but--

That picture.

That picture of those kids means a lot to you.

Something about their faces.

You see a happy child, and you think

maybe life isn't so bad after all.

You can pretend a lot of things when you've got pictures.

Picture yourself not alone.

Picture yourself laughing.

Surrounded by people who love you.

Enough pictures in your head like that, and...

...the world isn't so lonely.

You know?

I think I do.

It's more than a photograph to me.

It's a whole universe where I'm happy

and a part of something special.

So, you see why I need that picture, Naomi?

When you've got so little,

the little you've managed to hold on to means so much.

Silly as it may seem,

that little snapshot of those two kids and...

...their smiles

is worth the whole world to me.

Then we'll simply have to find a way to get it back to you.

Somehow.

-Tomas. -I know.

No, uh, Tomas, I mean...

Is this okay?

No, it isn't. I, um...

I need some air. Like a break or something.

And that's fine.

Yeah. It's-it's my fault.

I-I don't want to push you. Ever.

No.

You-you haven't ever. I just...

I bet you thought dating the world's oldest virgin

would win you some prizes,

but all it gives you is rejection after rejection.

You're helping me be a good role model

to my little brother.

Ramon. Yes, I remember.

I pay attention to details about your life.

Good things are worth waiting for.

And anticipation just makes the event more meaningful

when it finally does happen.

That's the plan.

But if I can ask a follow-up question.

Yeah, of course.

Is there something in particular you're waiting for?

When I was little, I took diving lessons.

And I would climb up the ladder, and when it was my turn,

my coach was waiting, the kids behind me were waiting...

Impatient, wishing you'd hurry up and get it over with.

Yeah.

And I don't know why I was stalling,

but I just knew I wasn't ready.

Look, I've seen people take leaps and fail.

My parents, my aunt and uncle,

they gave their hearts to people

that drained all the water out of the pool.

Then they were left in the ruins of their pain and regret.

I-I don't want that.

And I certainly don't want my first time

to be somebody's afterthought

while they're on their lunch break from the office.

You'd never be anyone's afterthought.

Especially not mine.

Good.

Because I require 100% thought, careful planning.

I-I want memorable moments.

And I don't think that's too much to ask.

I'm worth it.

And when I give myself to a man in that way,

it'll be my choice when,

where and how I want it.

And if that's becoming a problem for you, then...

Of course not.

You deserve nothing but the best.

I'm enjoying the wait.

Hmm.

So, you think you're the best?

That's interesting.

I should be going back to work.

-Hey. -Hey.

What you got there, Jacob?

I spoke to a couple people, called in some favors.

You found June's things?

JACOB: You tell me.

Hey, June. Does any of that look familiar to you?

I don't know.

I'm almost afraid to look too hard.

I know it isn't everything, but that's all that was left.

And I do thank you for extending yourself the way you have.

Still don't understand

why you helped me back when I was arrested,

but you restored my soul a little bit.

I still don't see what I'm looking for.

NAOMI: It's okay, June.

Just take your time. It's so small.

Maybe it got lost.

Okay. Everything's going to be okay.

Yeah.

I'm just glad for the assistance,

even if the silly thing isn't here.

Please, God, let it be here.

I don't need anything else.

Take everything else away from me.

Take it all! Just let me...

[quietly]: Just let me...

Just let me have this one thing. Please!

Just let me have this one thing. Please.

Oh, I knew it!

[sobs]

Yes, Lord!

I knew it. It's here! [crying]

Oh, you sweet babies.

I'm so sorry.

I'm sorry. I'll never leave you again.

I swear on everything.

Thank you!

[wailing]

Jacob, Naomi, you don't know.

What do we do now?

Confirm.

But we're both sure it's him.

The sound of his voice,

the things that he said,

all pointed us in that direction.

But the face.

He didn't look familiar.

But I can feel it in my gut, Granddad.

And the way the hairs stand up on the back of my neck.

How he glowers when he's pretending to smile.

All of that is real.

I agree.

But why would he be here?

And why now?

There's no such thing as coincidence.

He's tracked me down because he wants something.

We have to figure out what that is.

Let's get out of here.

Wow. Look at this.

Two years ago, my subject deposited that

into his own checking account.

500 grand?

A cop with half a million dollars.

Got to be some explanation.

No, it's not from a wire transfer from an investment.

That is also cash.

That's where the house on the island

and the boat came from.

Bingo.

Two years ago, Marcel Malone hit the lotto.

His life completely changed.

Now I just have to figure out who made that happen.

Chelsea, are you sure you don't want

to get Bill to pour you a glass of juice?

Or maybe you'd like something from the kitchen?

Let's leave the therapy to Shanice, okay?

What I need is help on this. What do I do?

Nothing. Mode Pizzicato has an uphill battle

trying to prove infringement.

And you're sure we can win?

Chelsea, come on. This is what I do.

Okay? Count on me. I'll handle everything.

Thank you so much.

I just got off the phone with Public Affairs.

They're taking this precinct off the publicity tour.

So no more interviews for the foreseeable future.

That doesn't solve the problem we got right now.

Smith has no idea that if they keep chasing these leads,

they're gonna take him right back home.

Somebody needs to get that message

through to him, and fast.

Yeah. The dam's stayed strong for two years, so...

the point will be made to our nosy reporter

that it's in everybody's interest

that it doesn't burst.

Hey. It's me.

I need to talk to you.

No, now. I'm on my way.

This was never supposed to happen.

I want assurances the problem is being solved.

Now.

This is too important.

Do not disappoint me.

[gasps]

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