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Yes?

Hi, I'm Simon. I called earlier about the job.

Oh, right.

The caretaker.

Come on in.

You have a nice home.

I just have a few questions for you.

You realize this is a full -time position and includes both room and

Yeah, yeah, I know.

I have some references, too, if you need them.

Thanks. This is fun.

So, how long have you been doing this type of work, Mr. Moran?

I'd say about three years, off and on.

I've always loved landscaping and working with my hands, so...

What did you do before that?

I was, uh... I guess you could say I was an athlete.

Really? What kind?

A martial artist, actually.

Professional? Yeah.

It's good to know.

I feel safer already.

Does that mean I got the job?

Rosa, you can go.

Go? No finish?

Go on. Out.

Ah, see.

Go out.

for what we pay that girl. We could hire two who speak English.

I'll be honest with you, Simon.

Your resume looks pretty good.

But I would like for you to speak to my husband.

Sure.

Wait here a minute. I'll be right back.

Hello, Simon. Trent Bortz. Nice to meet you.

Please. Let's see.

Selah tells me you might be the right man for the job.

Why don't you tell me a little bit about yourself?

What would you like to know?

Well, for starters, where are you from?

The Valley.

Went to school upstate.

Selah also tells me that you are a professional martial artist.

I toured for a little while. Won some fights.

Then I get out of it.

Why is that?

Just didn't think it was taking me anywhere.

And this will?

It's different.

Besides, I never liked the confrontation anyway.

This way I get to keep to myself, work with my hands, make things grow, and I'm

a lot happier.

Any felony convictions?

Of course, I have to ask.

No.

Good.

Listen, about what you saw earlier in the garden... I didn't see a thing.

And if I did, it's none of my business, right?

All right, then.

We understand each other.

Welcome aboard.

Thank you, Mr. Bortz.

You'll have a room in the guest house.

I'll have Selah show you around.

Selah.

Why don't you take our new caretaker out for a little tour of the grounds?

Congratulations.

Follow me. I'll show you the working shed first.

Anyway, that was the grand tour.

Very nice.

Well, thank you, Mrs. Boyce.

And you can call me Selah.

Oh, and by the way, what was the maid back there?

Her name is Rosa.

But don't mind her.

She doesn't speak any English.

Okay.

That's about it.

And there's no one else on the property but us.

Except for Trent's daughter.

She's away at school right now.

Any room right up here?

It's quite a place you got here.

Which room is it?

Oh, that's Lydia.

Lydia? The little person.

My husband's daughter from the first marriage.

Mr. Boyce's daughter lives in the guest house?

If he likes her space, what can I say?

Tell you the truth.

They don't have a very good relationship.

In fact, it was the closest I got to forcing her off the property.

She's a little brat.

But if you're around this summer, you'll see for yourself.

Well, I'm sure I'll manage.

There's clean sheets on the bed and extra towels in the cupboard.

And here's your keys.

Thanks. Well, uh, where should I start?

Trent mentioned that the trees in the front needed pruning.

Sure. No problem.

Don't you want to lick your back?

Well then, who are you going to take your medical advice from? Some talk show

host or from me, your doctor?

That's right.

No, Chiara?

No, thank you.

No,

thank you.

No.

Are we ever going to get help that speaks English?

That's why I have you, Sheila, dear.

No, I'm not talking to you.

No, there's absolutely nothing to worry about.

Believe me. Trust me when I tell you.

When I'm done with you, your husband won't even think of looking at another

woman.

Hot work.

Oh, thanks.

It looks a lot better.

Yeah, I'm almost finished.

Keep it up.

You think.

But I just can't wait.

What are you reading?

Oh, it's just some charts I have to go through before tomorrow.

What is it?

Selah, you know I have to get up early in the morning.

Fine.

You and I both know you have someone else to do that for you.

Just what is that supposed to mean?

You know exactly what that means.

Mrs. Boyce?

Hello, Simon.

Thank you for coming.

Have a seat.

You, uh, you wanted to see me?

I just thought maybe we could have dinner, that's all.

You are hungry, aren't you?

Yeah, yeah, I am.

Besides, we really haven't had a chance to talk yet.

To be honest with you, I really hate to eat alone.

Thank you, Rosa.

That's really nice of you.

Where's Dr. Boydson?

He'll be back this evening.

He had to fly to San Francisco for an operation today.

Bet he does that a lot, huh?

All the time.

Bon appetit.

So, how'd you guys meet?

To tell you the truth, I went to see him for a boob job.

A friend referred me to him.

I hope you don't mind me saying this, but you don't need one, Mrs. Bortz.

Well, not now.

I'm sorry. I shouldn't have. No, I'm only kidding. You're right. I don't need

one. Just a second opinion.

In case you're wondering, they're real.

I feel like an idiot.

No, don't.

Call me Selah.

So, how long have the two of you been married?

Too long.

Have you ever been married?

No.

But I hear it can be a bit of a responsibility.

It is indeed.

So how about love?

Have you ever been in love?

Once or twice.

I seem to do a little better on my own.

Well, maybe you just haven't met the right person yet.

Someone who understands you.

I guess not.

Do you think you've found someone who understands you?

Maybe.

Thanks for dinner, Mrs.

Selah.

It's warm out, isn't it?

Yeah, yeah, it is.

Good night, Simon.

Good night.

I think you better go now.

Yeah, you're probably right.

You should.

Holy shit.

Hey! Who the hell are you?

Who's this guy?

Who are you?

Wait, wait, wait. Hold on a second.

Lydia?

Oh, man, I'm sorry.

I didn't mean to frighten you. I'm Simon, the new caretaker.

I'm staying in the room next to yours.

I'm out of here.

Thanks a lot.

I didn't know you were here.

In fact, does anybody know you're here? They said you were away at school.

Yeah. Well, I'm not. Now am I.

So do you mind?

Well, is everything all right? I mean, what happened?

I'm sorry.

But do we know each other?

No, not really.

Well, then get out of my room and close the door.

You scared the hell out of me.

Yeah, I scared you.

Did I, uh, did I do something wrong?

Come here, you.

Can't you see I'm working?

That doesn't matter.

I'm your boss.

I do exactly as I ask you. Well, uh, where's Mr. Bortz?

Oh, he didn't come home last night.

So what else is new?

Well, don't you think we should take it a little easy? Oh, come on.

Don't say it. I know what you're thinking.

And I think you need a break right now.

There's still a lot to be done.

I insist.

Crazy. I'll tell you what, we're gonna get caught.

Morning, Simon.

Oh, it's me, Lydia.

Morning. How are you?

Fine.

Thank you, Rosa.

Hello, Sheila.

Lydia, when did you get here, dear?

I thought you were in school.

Nope.

I decided to take the semester off.

Ugh, I'm so sick of that damn place anyway.

But when did you get home?

Last night.

Last night?

Why didn't you come in and say hello?

I did say hello.

Simon.

I think we should call your father. He'll be very excited to see you.

Yeah, I'm sure he will be.

That's all right, Selah.

I'll just wait till tomorrow when he gets back.

Another day won't make a difference.

Would you mind if I lay out with you?

No, not at all.

So, I take it you've met Lydia.

Nice girl, huh?

Nice girl?

Get down here right now.

I'm not going to kid you. She could make things very difficult for us. What are

you talking about, make things difficult?

Well, I was hoping with Trent out of town and everything, we could spend some

time together.

So, we'll keep a little profile. It's no big deal. It's more than that.

Oh, I hate that bitch.

Almost as much as I hate my father.

What about him? What are you talking about?

Oh, Simon, you don't think he really loves me.

That's all right. Look, if you're so unhappy, why don't you just get a

I will.

I was afraid before I met you.

I'm not afraid anymore.

Pardon me, Simon.

Do you think you could do me a little favor?

Yeah, sure. What is it?

Well, everyone seems to have vanished. Do you think maybe you could rub some

lotion on my back?

Yeah, sure.

Just rub it all over.

Can you go a little lower?

More low.

That feels really good.

Well, there you go.

I'll see you.

Is Prince still not back yet?

No, he called earlier. He'll be back at midnight.

Where's Rosa?

At the market.

And what about Lydia?

Why the hell are you so concerned with everybody else but me?

What are you talking about?

I'm the one who's looking out for the both of us.

What's wrong?

It was my attorney.

And?

I can't divorce Trent.

What do you mean you can't divorce Trent? Why not?

I signed a prenup.

My lawyer said it's ironclad.

I leave Trent.

I'm penniless.

So, see, look, you'll get a job.

I mean, you may not live like this anymore, but you'll be okay.

And Alicia won't have to put up with him anymore.

Job?

Simon, are you crazy?

What kind of a job?

I dropped out of college to get married.

I never thought I'd need a career after that.

I leave. I leave with nothing.

No way to support myself.

We'll figure something out.

I mean, we'll make it work.

I love you, Simon.

Look, maybe we should go back to my room, huh?

No. Believe me, we're safe here.

He won't come interrupt us.

And heaven knows what he's up to at this hour.

What the hell with him?

Thank you.

I never would have pegged you for a cross -dresser.

What? You really should be more careful where you leave your things.

That's not mine.

I'm a D -cup.

You know, if Sheila knew you left that out where Daddy might find it, she

probably wouldn't play with you anymore.

Is that what she's doing?

Playing with me?

You better believe it.

She's a pro.

Well, I'm just doing my job.

If I needed a caretaker, that's why I'm here.

Oh, yeah.

It must be rough.

I see you read a lot, huh?

As much as I can.

So what are you reading now?

A play.

Ah, Hamlet. A classic.

That's one of my favorites.

Mine too.

You know Shakespeare.

I've read most of his stuff.

Really? His stuff, huh?

Sure. I mean, who hasn't?

You'd be surprised.

So what scene are you on?

Morning, Mr. Bortz.

How was your trip? Just fine, Simon. Thank you for asking.

How are you today, Mrs. Bortz?

I'm fine.

Go on, Simon.

Run along.

I'm not paying you to stand by the pool and look pretty.

Yes, sir.

Oh, here she is.

Selah told me you'd come home.

Come here and give your father a kiss.

How are you?

Fine. You look beautiful, dear. You look beautiful.

Thanks. So does Selah.

Selah, doesn't she look great? So how's school, huh?

It's okay. Yeah? Mm -hmm.

Thank you, Rosa.

Well, Simon, the reason for this auspicious occasion of having you

dine with us this evening is because my wife, Selah, seems to think I was a bit

abrupt with you earlier this morning by the pool.

Not at all, Doctor. In fact, I should have butted in.

I'm glad you're doing fine, Selah. There.

See?

Simon says he shouldn't have butted in.

Simon says he agrees with me.

Hey, it's a joke.

Simon says.

Remember when you were a little... Forget it.

You guys have no sense of humor.

Could somebody pass the potato?

Sure. So what are you taking to college, Olivia?

She's taking, as I say, she was taking... What's it called?

Oh, yes.

Women's Studies.

Sounds interesting.

What is that exactly, Lydia?

Well, it's designed for young, spoiled brats who want to live in their parents'

guest house until they're 30.

Excuse me.

And I need another drink.

Please.

Don't you think you've had enough to drink?

If I'd had enough, would I need another?

My girl.

Out of the hell with it.

I'm going to bed.

Come on, Phil.

Let's go.

I'm just going to stay here and talk to Simon for a while.

Damn it, woman!

Are you going to make me repeat myself?

I'm sorry.

Please, stay and eat.

I would hate for this to go to waste.

Don't you ever, ever apologize for me.

Where did everybody go?

Oh, I guess to bed. Where'd you go?

To the ladies' room.

Well,

I

guess it's just you and me.

I guess.

Bye, honey.

Come on, Sheila!

Rosa, after tonight you're fired.

Comprende?

Men? Hope I'm not disturbing you.

Is it too late?

Oh, no, not at all.

So, weren't you hoping to see me tonight?

Yeah, I was.

So what did you and the little princess do after we left?

Ate dinner.

You want her, don't you?

What are you talking about?

I must be dreaming.

Well, good looks aren't the only thing we have in common.

I know I'm dreaming now.

Thank you.

What was that who cares it was the phone stupid answer it

Hello

What's the matter?

Oh, Sheila.

That son of a bitch.

That's it. He's going to get what's coming to him.

I'm going to beat the shit out of him. Where is the bastard?

He passed out in his bedroom.

Wait, don't.

When the hell did he start hitting you, Sheila?

Take it easy.

We're going out of town tomorrow, and then we'll have more time to ourselves.

Oh, Simon, I'm so scared.

I'd feel so much safer if he were gone.

Ted would be more like it.

But we have other things to consider.

What the hell else to do to consider, Selah?

Look at you.

Look at what I had to endure.

I need to be taken care of.

And what are you worrying about?

He's loaded.

You're his wife. You're going to get millions.

I told you. I signed that damn prenup.

So you have to get something.

Well, then where does everything go? Lydia?

15 mil.

What do you want me to do?

The only way I get the money is if they're both out of the picture.

What are we talking about here?

Nothing.

Forget I ever said anything.

You're right.

There's nothing we can do.

There is no way out.

You should just forget you ever met me.

Don't give me that, Sheila. This is my job. It's what I have to do.

Where's Rosa?

Coming home drunk in the middle of the night and leaving first thing in the

morning, part of your job description?

I'm going to miss my flight. Rosa!

Everyone's still trying to sleep.

And Rosa's no longer here.

I fired her.

You fired her?

You're not allowed to fire anyone.

You're not allowed to do anything around here. And you certainly weren't allowed

to fire her!

Bastard! You were sleeping with her!

Tell me, why the hell did I ever marry you, huh? Why?

Oh, don't worry.

I'm leaving.

You'll never see me again.

I'm not worried. You're not going to get far.

Lydia's taken off many times before, but she always comes back.

When the money runs down, you'll both come crawling back to Daddy.

What the hell is this supposed to be?

Simon!

Yeah, right.

Call out for your little knight in shining armor. Why don't you? Cecilia,

going on? What's wrong?

Lydia's threatening me. I'm bullshit!

What the hell is she trying to pull? She's not trying to pull anything.

This isn't a joke, Lydia.

And, uh, I'm afraid it's not the first letter either.

What? You weren't supposed to know about it.

Oh, so we're supposed to think that this has just been going on?

I can't think this anymore.

I'm out of here.

I didn't know how serious it was until now.

Listen, Trent showed some of the earlier letters to me. What letters?

How many of them are there?

Look, I agreed with him it wasn't such a good idea to get you upset over

something that was probably a joke.

So now that we know it's not, do you have any idea who's doing this?

Threatening letters?

Give me a break. It has Lydia's name written all over it.

What the hell was she doing going through the mail anyway?

She's got a mean streak.

She's always snooping through something.

You know, she stalked some boy in college a couple years ago when I met

father. Trent had to go all the way down there and settle it out of court.

The guy had a restraining order.

You think you know Lydia?

She's always wanted to get rid of me.

Simon, you have to help me, please.

You have to help me get out of here.

I will. I will. I promise.

Listen, as long as I'm here, nothing's going to happen to you.

Promise?

Yeah, I do.

So now tell me, what happened to Rosa?

Never mind.

See you later.

Simon?

So, you all right?

Excuse me. You can't come in here right now. Why not?

In fact, I'm going to need to ask you a couple of questions.

What's going on? What's your name?

And how do you know the Bortzes?

Caretaker. I live in the guest house. What the hell's going on here? Mrs.

can tell you about that later on.

For now, I need you to wait outside, okay?

All right, please continue, Mrs. Bort.

So he said, or it said, it was really hard to tell, the voice was muffled, but

it said, I'm coming for you.

And now you'll know the meaning of real pain.

Is there anything else you can tell me about the voice?

Hello? It's me.

Why did you call the police?

I got another death threat this afternoon.

Someone called.

After the letter?

Why didn't you come to me first?

You were in a route, and I was scared.

So I called the police, and I told them everything.

I showed them all the news.

Hey, Linda, this is getting dangerous.

There's too much going on.

I'm backing out.

Why?

Or at least something equally incriminating.

If anything happens to you or Trent or Lydia now, they'll be all over this

and all over me.

Well, we'll figure something out.

Are you coming over?

Yeah, yeah, later.

Listen, just keep the doors locked, okay?

sick of this.

Even with Trent out of town, I can't risk having Lydia catch you here.

You know she can't be trusted.

The sooner we get rid of her, the better.

See, I've been thinking about that.

There's got to be a better way to get that money.

There is.

This whole death threat thing, it just might work out for us.

I have something for you.

Sheila, I, uh, I don't know.

I can't know.

Thank you.

Nothing like coming home to the old ball and chain.

Simon? Son of a... Kill you!

What, are you crazy?

Son of a bitch!

Gary, jump into my house and even look at my wife!

You were the one behind all this.

You were the one that sent the note.

You better not do it, Doctor. I'm warning you.

you, was it?

Of course not.

Then I believe you.

This is our time.

Do it.

No.

Dr. Borg!

He's dead!

Oh, my God.

What have you done?

What have you done?

Oh, Lydia, it's not what you think.

I know what you've been planning to do.

I've seen you two.

You think you can just kill Dad and steal my inheritance?

No, it's not that.