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Whoa, hi.

You got a big date tonight?

No, why?

You're wearing so much makeup.

Okay, and?

Tell me you're not still. What? I have to pay my sorority dues somehow.

Oh.

Sorry I'm late.

Ashley, this is so dangerous.

When are you going to stop doing this? Once I save up enough money.

All right.

you

Hey, final lightning round.

Who knows the square root of 121?

Eleven. Nice.

Okay, now the square root of... Don't forget quiz on Monday.

And remember, we live in a mathematical universe where statistically has to give

you what you want if you go for it enough.

Have a great day, guys.

Let's all congratulate Cheryl Collins, V &M Buchanan High's Teacher of the Year

for the fourth year in a row.

You know, I don't like being the center of attention.

Speech. Speech.

Oh, yummy. There's a speech, oh wise one. What's the secret to your success?

A lot of coffee.

No, seriously.

I just, I try to lead by example in everything that I do.

All right, everybody, dig in.

Thank you.

I appreciate that. Hey, you deserve it.

So, how about we personally celebrate tonight?

Over dinner?

Randall, I don't think we should pick things back up again.

Why?

We had so much fun last summer.

We did.

But that's when you were Randy the history professor.

Now you're the principal.

My boss.

Fine. Then you're fired.

Problem solved.

I'm kidding.

I have plans with my daughter tonight anyway.

So if you're looking for a teacher to praise, take out Ben.

Sounds good.

Where are we going?

Have fun, guys.

Donut?

You're pinning me?

Isn't this a little old -fashioned?

Maybe. I'm an old -fashioned kind of guy.

Okay, so it's the keg king of Alpha Pi.

And that is why I need someone who is as smart and respectful as you in my life.

Maybe I'm not as tame as you think.

Oh, yeah?

Prove it.

No, no, no, no. Okay, okay, okay.

I have to go study, but I'll see you this weekend.

If you're lucky.

Hi, what are you doing here?

I came to take you to dinner.

Gotta make sure you're eating enough.

Mom, I'm sorry. I totally forgot.

Oh, it's okay.

Beckett can come.

Oh, no, I have to work tonight.

Work? I thought you had to study.

Well, I study and work at the same time.

I'm sick of having a library job.

You said you quit that job.

I took it back. I can't enjoy the sorority if I can't afford it.

Well, now you're worrying me. Is everything okay with your scholarship?

Yeah, I just need some extra cash.

Can we have dinner next week?

Sure. Okay. I have to go change.

Bye, I love you. Bye. Bye.

Why does she have to change to work at the library?

I don't know.

Morning.

Oof.

Someone have a little too much fun at their bachelor party last night?

I am so embarrassed.

I didn't mean to.

If I would have known it was Ashley... Ashley?

My daughter, Ashley. I swear, I only put tips in her garter. Ashley, no VIP

stuff. Ben, what are you talking about?

You know where she works, right?

The college library.

Yeah, I did go in for class. Wait, was Ashley at your bachelor party?

She was the entertainment.

We went to Diamond Pegasus, the club by the river.

My daughter doesn't work there.

She's on track to become a lawyer.

Right, yeah.

My mistake.

Never mind.

Ben.

It was her, wasn't it?

Okay, look.

I promise I will delete these.

I didn't recognize her at first.

I didn't mean to upset you.

Collins, what are you doing here?

Is Ashley here?

She's upstairs in her room studying, but... You know, parents aren't

really allowed on that floor on normal school days. Then call 911 and have me

arrested.

Collins.

You'd rather have me hit you? Beckett, stop.

Please. Get your hands off her. Mom, what's going on in here?

Mom, this doesn't concern you.

Ashley, tell your mom what's going on. In fact, show her.

I can't believe this.

My girlfriend's a slut. Hey.

I'm sorry I left my temper, but... We're over.

What? I'm not a slut.

I'm your girlfriend.

Or at least I was.

I'm sorry. You hurt her, Beckett?

Please, uh, close the door on your way out.

I need to be alone with my daughter.

Why didn't you tell me?

Okay, because I was ashamed.

Why?

Because I lost my scholarship.

How?

You make nothing but A's.

I did until last semester.

Pre -law's a lot harder than you may think.

Okay, why didn't you talk to me about it? And you would have done what?

Make me feel bad because I'm not as smart as you? That's not fair.

I can't help you if you won't let me. I don't need your help.

I have it under control. I make enough money at the club.

Really?

This? This is under control? You're blowing it out of proportion, Mom. It's

very sophisticated place. The men are nice, and I actually have a lot of fun.

Fun, huh?

Okay, what happens when you need more money?

What's next, huh?

Porn movies?

Prostitution? Ashley! Is that how little you think of me, Mom?

Just come home with me. The last place I want to be is home with you. Ashley!

No, look, I'm serious. I'm done with being talked down to by Beckett, and I

certainly will not put up with it from you.

Ashley, stop. You're my girl.

My good girl.

Not anymore, Mom.

Hey, it's Ashley. You know what to do.

Silent treatment's killing me, Ashley.

You made your point.

I was wrong.

You were right.

Just call me. We can talk.

And please, let me help you out.

Hi, Ms. Collins. Is Ashley here?

No. Isn't she at the sorority?

I haven't seen or heard from her in the last two days.

And you're just not telling me?

She's ditched college like this before, especially when she works late at that

nightclub.

I was afraid that job would do that.

Do you know where she goes?

She has another secret life at that club.

Different friends, maybe even boyfriends.

She says they're really nice, but I'm not sure she's telling me the complete

truth.

I found this in her bedroom.

Who gave this to her?

I have my suspicions.

I was right.

She's a slut.

Excuse me? Watch your mouth.

This letter's proof that she was sleeping around with a bunch of guys and

them fell for her.

Just tell us, when was the last time you spoke with her?

At the sorority house with you two. Why?

No one has seen her since Thursday.

She probably went and moved in with some guy she met at that bar she dances at.

My Ashley isn't that kind of girl. You don't know what kind of girl your Ashley

is. I didn't either.

Who knows what else she's doing that no one else knows about.

And when you do find Ashley, tell her I want my fraternity pin back.

Hi. Can I help you?

Is Ashley working today?

What are you, a probation officer or something?

No, I'm her mother.

What can I do for you, Mom?

I just wanted to know if she still works there.

Why don't you call her up and ask?

I did.

She's not returning my call.

We had a bit of a fight and... Is she here?

Lady, go home. Look, I'm not Dr. Phil. I don't do family reunion.

Get out of here.

You know, if you want to borrow my makeup candy, just ask.

You think I'm stealing?

Oh, I know you are.

Who let you in here?

I told you, I'm just looking for my daughter.

Look, I don't care who you're looking for. You're trespassing. I just need to

make sure she's okay. Look, I don't care. Come on, you get out of here. I

you not to come in here anyway.

And if I get you trespassing again, you will get arrested.

Get out of here.

Well, we wouldn't be in this position if you had hired more officers.

I can't cover the streets without more available bodies to do it.

Sorry about that.

Our recruitment numbers are in the crapper. So, any officer that comes in,

get rewarded by doing everyone else's work.

So, officer, my daughter?

Hang on.

That wasn't blood on her purse.

It was nail polish.

Is there anything else I might do for you?

Yes, I need to know where she is.

You had an argument with your daughter a couple days ago, and she won't call

you. So what?

She hasn't been to her sorority or her classes in almost a week.

I don't even know if she's been working.

She's working.

We called, we checked.

Ashley's on the current roster at Diamond Pegasus.

They also said if they find her mother on their property again, they'll file a

restraining order.

Are we clear?

What about the note?

This note was found in her room at the sorority house.

Look at this.

No, no.

Until you can show me real evidence of foul play or illegal activity... The

evidence is the fact that I haven't seen or spoken to my daughter and I know

something's wrong.

Come on, please. I need your help.

Doctor,

what do you mean he doesn't want to come to work?

Hi. Hey.

Well, good news. I got into the club, but when I asked about Ashley, they

figured out I had been sent by the meddling mom and kicked me out. Why are

being so secretive?

Maybe because Ashley really does want to be left alone.

I thought she was my best friend, but if she won't even call me... Or maybe she

can't call you.

You think she's in there against her will or something?

I don't know.

But something's going on in that club.

Well, whatever is going on, they sure do a good job of hiding it.

It looks like a real fancy country club to me.

Well, I need to get in there.

I need to get in there and make sure Ashley's really okay.

How? They won't let either one of us back in there.

They won't let the mom back in.

But what if I become their new dancer?

I hope the neighbors can't see us.

Tell them you're exercising.

That's what we used to pull for as a sorority.

Anyway, you know, I was thinking I could audition instead.

No.

If something bad's going on at that club, which I fear, I'm not going to put

in danger.

Okay.

Hop on.

Okay.

How's that?

You look like you're holding on to the Titanic.

Loosen up.

Show me.

I have zero experience.

Wow.

You know?

Yeah.

Yeah.

Okay.

Oh this is terrifying.

Hey there, T.

What did you call me?

Well, that's what you're going for, right?

Hopper teacher?

I'm Dolly, and I manage this club for the discerning gentlemen of our little

hamlet. Now, there's no time for dilly -dallying. Each have 30 seconds with

pole to show me that you're worth my client's membership dues.

You, step right up.

Hit it.

Let's go.

Life in the front row.

Face to face with myself.

It's time to shatter my pride.

Time to get up and go.

My future is shining.

I can't wait for it all.

Living in a new state of mind.

Where are you going?

I'm not like those other girls.

Exactly. We need girls like you to slap this place up.

I'm Jake, by the way.

And you are?

Sharon.

Sharon.

Who am I kidding? I can't dance around a crowd like this.

Yeah, sure you can.

But if you get nervous, just look at me.

Hey, Miss Bookworm, you're up.

Let's see what you got.

I've taken. Can't slow down, no waiting.

Stronger, I'm not gonna break.

Trying to make the most of this. Take what I get, aim it higher and higher and

live it again.

The most of this. Take what I get, aim it higher and higher and live it again.

I was up all these days for a bow and at my back I see the light. Okay, line

it up. I know my pick.

You're gone. You're gone.

You're... Oh, heck.

Why not?

You can stay.

I got the job?

Well, it's a trial tomorrow night. If you earn 200 in tips, you got the job.

Otherwise...

All department heads have been doing a phenomenal job.

Test scores are up.

That forensic competition, we did so good.

Athletics, great job.

The team is doing good.

I do have one last thing.

We need a volunteer tonight for the upcoming game. Earth to Cheryl, come in,

please.

Yeah, yeah, absolutely.

Oh, great.

I'll put you down so you're free for the game tonight.

Tonight?

No, I'm sorry.

No, I have an appointment.

Too bad.

Okay, well, being dismissed.

Absolutely no alcohol during work hours. And if I catch you snorting anything up

your nose, hmm.

Always wear a robe or a dress when you're in the common areas of the club.

There's no need to advertise what you've got for free. Make these men pay to see

the goods.

They've got the cash to spend, trust me. And when you're downstairs putting on a

show, you've got to wear at least a G on the dance floor.

And anything goes in the VIP room, as long as I get my 20%. Welcome to the

lioness den.

Where should I hang this?

Hi.

I'm Jerry.

Hi. I'm Candy.

And this is my table.

Sorry. Where should I put my stuff?

I don't know.

Probably...

In there.

Hey, don't let Candy intimidate you.

Oh, I'm stunning, by the way.

I... You just look really familiar.

I don't think we've ever met.

No, I know what it is.

Yeah, you just look like one of the other dancers here.

Do you mean Ashley?

You know her, too?

Is she going to be here tonight?

Yeah, I don't think so.

Do you know if she's okay?

Why wouldn't she be okay?

Showtime, ladies.

Out, out, out, out. Come on.

You look good. Beautiful.

Lovely.

Look great.

Remember, $200 and tip by midnight, or your first night is your last.

Stand wherever you want.

You did a really great job up there.

Thanks.

1 .32, 1 .33, 1 .34.

6 .7, 8 p .m.

Oh, that trick won't work.

Dolly always finds out. I'm too short.

A lot?

Well, maybe you miscounted. You're going to tell a math teacher she doesn't know

how to count?

So you are a teacher.

In another life.

Yeah, I used to have another life, too. I used to be an auto mechanic.

I was good, too.

May I?

What happened to your auto shop?

Ah, drank too much of this stuff.

Screwed up my life, and then, uh, I lost it.

Isn't this bar an awful temptation?

Oddly, no. I've been sober ten years.

Congratulations.

I congratulate my brother.

He's the one who helped me get sober.

If it wasn't for him, I'd be dead.

You almost died from alcohol?

Well, that and a few other things.

My brother helped me get sober and taught me that sometimes people need a

help.

There. Like I thought.

You miscounted.

Why would you do this?

No, I want you to stick around.

You don't even know me.

So let's fix that.

Hey, trash can lady.

The customers are out there, not behind the bar. Candy, shut up. No, you shut

up. Why doesn't everybody shut up and get back to work?

Well, aren't you Miss Helen of Troy, getting everybody to fight over you?

Let's see how you did.

204. Very nice.

I'll see you tomorrow.

Oh, what do you think the eye makeup?

Oh, is it too much?

Hardly. Any more?

Uh -uh.

Hold up.

You need to make up for that little ruckus you started between Drake and my

dancer.

But Candy started that.

Next time, end it before it begins.

How? Why don't you think it over while you're cleaning up after your shift?

Can I help you?

What are you still doing here? This guy.

What guy?

He's right there.

I swear someone was chasing me.

It was probably just a bum.

They're always trying to break in.

You don't call the cops about that?

Cops and clubs don't mix that well.

What the heck?

I wouldn't touch it.

Who would do something like this?

I don't know.

Tell you what, I'll take you home and we'll figure out what to do.

I don't think if Reggie took advantage of our after -school tutoring program...

Cheryl,

where are you going?

I want to introduce you.

This is Dolly.

Dolly Grinsley.

Grandmother to Paul Grinsley, our star quarterback.

He's in your Algebra 2 class?

Nice to meet you, Ms.

Collins. Your grandson is a good student.

Well, it's not easy raising a young man and running a business at my age.

What kind of business?

Public relations, with a very personal touch.

Well, I will leave you two to it.

Oh, let your grandson know we're counting on him for that trophy this

He won't be winning anything if he doesn't get his academics together.

Now, my rule is no grades, no games.

I like that.

Oh, Cheryl, is everything okay with your car? I heard you took a bus in.

Yeah, it's just the windshield.

No biggie. It'll be ready tomorrow.

All right, well, I mean, if you need a ride or something, I can... No, I can

manage. Thank you.

Ms. Brimley, should we get started?

Thanks for not saying anything.

I've got your back, honey.

Now, you just need to tell me what I need to do to kick Paul's butt so he

earning A's.

If you

think

I'm going to apologize, forget it.

So you did vandalize my car.

I was talking about giving you a hard time last night.

I know you did it.

You would quit or die on my car.

First of all, I didn't do that.

And second of all, Granny, if I wanted you to quit, I wouldn't have to resort

crap like that.

Why would you assume it was me anyway?

Because you haven't liked me since the minute I started working here.

Actually, I could care less about you.

But if it's a war you want, let's go.

Oh, I am going to have fun with you.

What are you looking at?

Look, Candy's not the one who messed up your car.

Vandalism is not exactly her MO. How do you know that?

I dated her for like a month, a year ago. Big mistake.

She's your type.

No, like I said, it was a big mistake.

So if she didn't do it, then who did?

Tell you what, instead of focusing on who does it when you're here, let's

on who does.

Like me.

Can I ask you something important?

Yes, I'm single.

No, there's a girl who works here.

I don't know where she is, and I need to find her. Who are you looking for?

Hey, Miss Teacher, I pay you to flirt on the floor, not here.

And your place is at the bar. Unless you plan on dancing, too.

Okay,

we'll talk more later.

Good luck out there tonight.

The crowd is extra rowdy.

Why's that?

It's college night.

VIP? Is that a VIP?

You want to go?

Come on, I can pay you.

Oh, can you do a VIP for me, please?

Please. No, Jerry.

Jerry.

Come on.

Let's go.

Never turn down a VIP request without coming to me first.

Now, you may run the show at that high school where you teach at, but when

you're here, I'm in charge. Understand?

What was the matter with that guy? I mean, college boys or easy money?

I know him.

He used to be a student of yours?

Something like that.

Please, you have to come to me.

I can't help you.

If you don't talk to me.

Can you help me find someone?

It's Ashley. Does she still work here?

How do you know Ashley?

She's how I heard about this place.

Why I got a job here to begin with.

Well, if your work ethic is the same as Ashley's, we've got a problem.

She hasn't shown up in about a week.

Do you know where she might be?

Who knows? And who cares?

Girls drop off all the time in this business. It's tough work.

Sorry, are we done?

What happens to your students when they misbehave?

They get detention.

Exactly.

I'm on cleanup duty again tonight?

This time. Do the bathrooms, too.

Anybody here?

You scared me.

Why are you asking about Ashley?

What do you know about her?

I asked you first.

Do you know where she might be? Tell me why you're asking about her.

I just am, okay?

That's not good enough.

Tell me.

Why are you so bothered by this? Because I think you're lying to me, and I don't

like it.

Well, I don't like your attitude.

Just leave me alone.

Ow! You're not going anywhere until you tell me who you really are and what

you're doing here.

You're hurting me.

I'm sorry.

Sisters have been some other girls missing and I'm worried about Ashley

What's going on here?

The lights just went out. Jake was helping me.

We need to finish this conversation.

Tomorrow at four?

The coffee shop on six?

I'll be there.

Yes, this is what I really look like.

Wow, you look classy.

Enough flattery.

Thank you for coming.

I need answers.

Well, I'll do the best I can to help you.

Last night, you said you were also worried about Ashley.

Why? I could ask the same thing to you.

I'm her mother.

You're kidding.

You barely look old enough to be her sister.

Do you know if she's okay?

Honestly,

I don't know.

She hasn't been in the club in quite some time.

But that's not uncommon.

New girls usually drop out and show up weeks later.

So, do you think maybe she could return to the club at any time?

Yeah, I mean, I hope so.

I like her.

I mean, I try to protect her from the jealous girls like Candy.

Candy doesn't like her either.

Candy doesn't like anyone but not herself.

Candy's a mean high school dropout that calls people names, steals their things.

Steals their things like purses?

Yeah, I'm sure she could do that.

I found Ashley's purse in the dumpster.

Maybe Candy did more to her than just scare her out. Cheryl, I wouldn't go

there. She's been a total pain to me from the minute I got there.

I can only imagine the hell she put Ashley through.

If I find out that she did something... Cheryl?

Hi.

Randall, what a surprise.

Why? You know I always get a cup of coffee before a PTA meeting?

You're coming, right?

Yes, I have the night off.

Night off?

From what?

You know, from...

From grading papers.

So I can fully focus on the meeting.

Jake, this is Randall.

He's the principal at my high school.

So how do you know Cheryl, Jake?

She was having trouble with her windshield and I helped fix it.

We hit it off. So here we are. I see.

I'll try not to be late today.

I'd like to start the meeting on time.

Good to meet you, Jake.

I can tell you're a good mechanic for a woman in a sticky spot.

Okay, so what I don't understand is, if you're a math teacher, why are you

working at Pegasus?

The only thing I needed to do was to try to find Ashley.

When the police wouldn't believe me... Oh, you went to the police?

Yeah, when no one had seen or heard from her, I figured that was enough to make

her a missing person.

They didn't agree.

So why wouldn't they help you?

They think she's just another girl who got mad at her mom and ran away.

Since she's 18, she can do whatever she wants.

I feel, I know it in my heart, she's in trouble.

And she needs me.

It's okay.

No, it's not going to be okay until I fear.

And everything I try to do isn't working.

Well, see, that's where you're wrong. Because it is working.

Because now, instead of one person looking fashionably, there's two.

Look, we will find her.

I promise you.

You know I've heard you come here so often, but I have no idea what your name

is. I'm... I'm Rich.

I've been coming here for three years.

Three years, huh?

You wouldn't happen to know a girl named Ashley.

About my height, young, really nice.

Maybe.

I really don't pay attention to names.

Have a good night.

Hey, did you hear anything about Ashley? Please, let me know.

What's his new interest in Ashley?

Just curious about where she went, that's all.

Your curiosity makes it look like something bad happened.

Don't create problems.

Are we clear?

Yeah, I know Ashley.

Nice girl.

When was the last time you saw her?

It's been almost two weeks.

Well, I used to be a cop before I got into PI work.

I can help you.

Well, hiring a PI sounds expensive.

I'll help you.

I'll do it pro bono.

Jerry.

Yeah, I need you real quick. Jerry and I are in the middle of something. No, no,

no, Dolly. It's Dolly. She's having an attack of some kind. I think it's her

heart. All right, thanks.

See? We gotta go.

Where's Dolly?

She's in her office getting drunk. She's fine, but... Look, you're not.

You know, Jerry, that guy in the VIP, I mean, he is just... He's such a liar.

So he never worked as a cop?

Well, I mean, that part's true, yeah, but... He lost his badge when he was

giving out speeding tickets to, you know, beautiful women like you, and...

offered to get them out of it for favors involving his zipper.

He told me he was going to help me. Yeah, with Ashley?

No, I've heard the rumors that you're looking for her.

Do you know her?

Been a long, but, you know, I had to keep Candy from eating her up.

She knew where she could be.

Look, I... I'm not in the detective business.

But you know something.

I can tell.

Please.

Please don't keep it a secret.

I have enough drama in my life without getting involved in any of yours.

Ashley owes me some money.

A lot, actually.

Look, if I help you find her, will you give me like half of what she owes you?

Sure.

I'll actually give you all the tips I make to lose enough money.

There's way too many eyes and ears around here.

After work?

Actually, I do have a date tonight, but what about tomorrow, like before work?

Sure.

Nick Ward's Donuts. You know the place?

Yeah, it's right across the street from the high school I used to go to. I

dropped down on it, actually.

You know, you look so much like that math teacher who made me flunk out.

Miss Cherry, ma 'am.

Dolly's looking for you.

Excuse me.

Okay, there's more tips in the kitchen.

And quit talking to all the speakers.

Can you believe I just fell in love with that?

I am so glad I just had my life for good.

How can you be so sure, Beckett?

It's quite stuck.

Let's go.

Not till you answer my question first.

How can you be so sure that Ashley's never coming back?

But like Ashley, they deserve what they get. She was just doing what she had to

to stay in school.

I've managed to stay in school without shaking my butt for cash.

Well, not all of us are privileged. Don't worry.

I've never had a girl.

I can see you're a real gentleman.

No wonder Ashley broke up with you. You're wrong.

I broke up with her.

I was there.

That's not how I remember it.

What I don't get is how you suddenly hate her so much. She made me look like

idiot. I gave my pen to some skank who will do anything to anyone for a few

bucks. She is nothing like that, and you know it.

Aren't you at least a little curious about where she is?

Wherever she is? I hope she gets exactly what she deserves for making a fool out

of me.

I will never forgive her for that.

worth your while?

Yes, we can do that tonight. Only this once, okay?

Hey Bart?

Jay?

Are you guys still there?

What? Morning

Hey, Ben.

Hey. Oh, thank you.

So, how's married life treating you?

Does Ashley still work at Diamond Pegasus?

Why do you ask?

One of the girls who danced there was found dead this morning.

I think it may have been murder.

Cheryl, what's wrong? Did you know her?

What's the matter with you?

A dancer at the Diamond Pegasus Club?

She was found on the river this morning.

Dead in her car.

Might be murder.

Hey, mixed with trash, become the trash.

Get dumped like the trash.

How dare you say that?

Gee, sorry.

Why do you care so much what happened to her?

I need to go home. I'm probably not feeling so well.

Well, class starts in like five minutes.

Then find an emergency thumb.

With this teacher shortage, no way.

Then please, Randall, just watch my class. This is serious.

Of course. Do you need somebody to take you to the hospital?

No, it's nothing like that. Here, my donation to the teacher's fund.

She should.

It's nice of you.

What's wrong with all of y 'all?

You didn't hear?

Sonny died.

Yeah, and?

They think she was murdered.

I always knew a dumb girl like Sonny would end up in the river.

My favorite.

Put that back.

What are you going to do?

What are you going to do?

Good for you.

Look, not a trick, okay?

I do have a code of honor.

Friends?

Bye.

Sunny drops dead and suddenly this place turns into a woman's book club? Look,

I'm upset too.

But the show must go on.

All this free publicity has given us a full house.

So, let's make Sonny proud and get out there and earn some money.

Okay? I can't hear you.

Okay. All right. And Cherry, you've already got a VIP.

Who is it? I don't know. Bart's been helping me with the bookings while I've

been dealing with the press.

Good evening.

How are you tonight?

Want a little cocktail?

You know, you'd have a lot more fun if you took a look at what you were paying

for.

Hey, Cheryl.

I know this looked bad.

No. It actually looks quite nice.

Better than I remember.

Randy, please.

Oh, I'm Randy again.

Now I see why you broke up with me.

So you can run around and do this.

I don't want to do this at all.

Then why are you here?

Are you broke?

No, it's Ashley.

She went missing and I need to find her.

So you become an exotic dancer?

This was the last place she was seen. I'm trying to find her.

Why didn't you just call the cops?

They won't help me.

Please, you have to believe me.

You know what? You can have all day to look for Ashley now that you have more

time on your hands.

You're fired, Cheryl.

No, please, please don't do it. You know the morals clause at our school.

You violated it. So did you. You're here, you're paying to be here. No, no,

was research, not pleasure.

Big difference.

Good luck.

He screwed everything up.

That would be the stupidest woman in the world.

No, you're the bravest woman I know.

And a good mom. She cares.

I'll dial you again, sir.

I don't want to be alone tonight.

Look, I've got to finish the things up here.

I'll be over after.

Are you sure you want to do this?

I'm

sure

we're not moving too fast. I just want to forget about everything else.

peeping out Cheryl's window, huh?

I'm not a peeping Tom, okay?

I just came over to give Cheryl an update.

An update about what?

About Ashley.

What do you know about Ashley?

I... I just... talk.

I just wanted to let you know I'm still looking for Ashley.

You're lying.

You don't know anything about her, do you?

Look, I'm sorry.

I didn't mean to follow you.

It's just...

She's just so pretty.

I'm calling the cops.

He's not worth it, Cheryl.

Sorry I ruined your evening.

Carla, I don't have time to talk right now. I need to call the police.

I already called them.

How do you know about my peeping Tom?

What? No, I called them about Ashley.

Why?

What did you find out?

Just come over to the sorority house and see.

When did she come by?

It must have been when we were at the football rally.

Her jewelry is all gone, along with her laptop, her book, even her pillow.

Oh, it's true.

She really did run away.

To get away from me.

Miss Collins, you don't know that.

Yeah, I do.

And now I have to deal with the fact that I may never see her again.

Gosh, she also left this.

The reason you haven't seen me is because I got married?

Keep reading.

I didn't want to tell you or the other sisters because I knew you would try to

talk me out of it. But I'm in love and there's nothing anyone can do to stop

Including my mother.

I'm very happy.

The only part that isn't typed out is her signature.

I don't think she wrote this.

I think someone wanted us to think she did and stole all of her stuff.

No one in the world would do something like that.

What are you mad about now, Carla? Where were you last night?

Obviously having more fun than you were.

Now if you'll excuse me, I was in the middle of a workout. Answer her

Beckett. Miss Collins, how are you today?

What did you do to my daughter?

Nothing.

When's the last time you saw her?

You already know.

At the sorority with you two when we found out she was dancing.

That's a lie.

Carla, I may be a lot of things, but I take my fraternity oath very seriously.

I don't lie.

Then why do you have your fraternity pin back on?

Asher gave it back to me when we broke up. We didn't see her give it back to

when she broke up with you. And you said that was the last time you saw her.

So I ordered a new pin. Where is she?

I know you've seen her.

Don't lie to me.

I'm telling you the truth.

I hope so.

Because if you're not, and I find out you did something to my girl, I will

sure I live a very long life to guarantee I make yours a living hell.

Do we understand each other?

Whatever.

Should we go to the police?

Why? Maybe they can help us. All they've done since the minute she went missing

is criticize my parenting skills and tell me to get over myself.

But this note that we found?

The note has Ashby's signature.

Unless it's a really great forgery, that's her penmanship.

But why would she do this?

That's what I'm going to find out.

Hey, Cheryl.

Hey, Rick.

I was wondering if you found that girl Ashley yet.

Not yet.

If you don't mind, could I talk to Jake privately?

I want you to know that I'm concerned about Ashley, too.

I got your message.

What do you mean the cops let Jerry go?

Exactly that.

They didn't go.

He was peeping in my window.

And they gave him a big fine.

What do you want him to do?

Execute him?

He could just come back any time.

Don't worry.

I'll never bother you again.

I'll speak to that.

Is that all that's bothering you?

I found a note.

In Ashley's bedroom.

Basically saying she never wants to see me again, and most of her stuff has

moved out.

I am so sorry she's gone.

You really think she would write that?

Kids do stupid, impulsive things, especially at 18.

When I was her age, I went out to Vegas.

You said you would help me find her.

So whose side are you on?

I'm sure this isn't about choosing sides.

It's about facing reality.

Terry, get that frown off your face.

Nobody wants to tip a sour foot.

What's bothering you anyway?

I can't lie to you anymore.

I'm just asking you to smile, not cheat on your text.

No, I wasn't completely honest with you about why I got a job here.

I came looking for Ashley.

I know, and it's very annoying.

Because she's my daughter.

I thought if I woke my way into a world, I could find her somehow.

I got answers today.

And even though I don't agree with her choices, chasing her is pointless.

Is Ashley okay?

All I know is she doesn't want to be around me.

She's made that very clear, and I guess I have to accept it.

So, now that your secret mission is over, are you going to quit?

No.

I don't have a regular job anymore, so I'd like to stay on, if you'll have me.

Well, you can stay.

But no more secrets.

No more secrets.

In fact... I think I'm ready to dance

with myself.

Good for you. You'll be front and center tonight.

My showcase piece.

I was over 52.

Never had a walnut wig.

I didn't mean to scare you.

You can put the knife down. I'm not armed.

I was just slipping this under your door, but it got stuck.

I don't have time to play games.

I'm not playing any, I promise.

Well, you're playing something if you're sneaking notes under my door in the

middle of the night.

Why don't you just talk to me in person?

Because I'm scared of you?

Why?

Because I lied.

But I'm ready to tell the truth now.

Thank you.

Needed that.

So what are you lying about?

I know who took Ashley's stuff.

Me.

I was the one who put that letter there. But I just did what he asked me to.

He? The guy who paid me to take Ashley's stuff.

And gave me a thousand dollars to grab as much as I could carry and then drop

the note off.

Why didn't you tell me this before?

Because I was scared that what I did was wrong. And it was.

It's been tearing me apart all day.

Who was this man who paid you?

I don't know. He just texted me, said he got my number from Ashley, and then

offered me a thousand bucks to grab her stuff.

So I gave him everything I could find.

Well, except my fraternity pin. I wanted that back for myself.

Go on.

And I met him in some parking lot on campus and gave him the stuff.

What did he look like?

I didn't see him. He just had me load the trunk and put the cash out the

and drove off.

That's the truth, Anna.

Well, did you get his license plate?

No. But Ashley's landed a rich guy.

He's got a really nice car.

Wish I had wheels like that.

What kind of car is it?

A sports car.

Umberto.

Yeah?

Why did we do that?

Hi, is Officer shocking?

I need to speak with him right away.

Yes, I'll hold.

He's gone?

Is there anyone else I can talk to?

Yes, this is about my daughter.

Thank you.

As we...

It's going to be okay.

It's okay. It's going to be okay. Oh, I'm so sorry.

No. Oh, if I hadn't gotten mad at you.

No, don't talk about that right now, okay? I'm going to get you out of here.

Ow, ow, ow, ow. He has the key. He has the key.

You have to go.

Not without you.

I'm going to call for help.

Okay.

Okay.

I don't have any service.

We'll be right back. Please come back. Of course.

I'm not leaving here without you.

I'm sorry.

Hi, this is Cheryl. Leave a message.

Hey, Cheryl. It's me.

Haven't heard from you in a while. Figured I'd call you and see what you're

to.

Give me a call when you get this, okay?

No, please.

Get off! No.

Let my daughter go.

Don't make me kill you in front of her.

I love Ashley way too much to do that to her.

What do you mean you love her?

I love her. And she loves me.

That's why she moved in here.

Why is she tied up?

It's a game.

And you...

Do you want to take her away from me?

No,

no, I don't.

I don't.

I just want to make sure she's okay.

Is she all right? Is she eating?

I'm not eating much. She doesn't like it.

She doesn't... I'll make you dinner. I'll make you two dinner.

She's not a very good cook, but I can teach her.

If you'll let me.

No tricks.

No, I promise. I promise.

Show me how to make Ashley's favorite meals.

And then you can go.

Go? To the woodshed.

That's where the woodshed is.

I told you I wasn't going to kill you in front of her.

Let her go.

Right now.

It's gonna be okay.

How did you know I was here?

Jake.

Why'd you have to keep looking for her?

It's not like she was in any trouble here with my brother.

Your brother?

I told you, you saved my life.

And I owed him.

So when he fell in love with Ashley, I brought her here for him.

You knew she was here the whole time?

It's a good thing I did.

Because she was so mad at me.

And her boyfriend.

And everyone.

She was so scared.

I'm being broke all the time.

It's just a shame I had to kill a couple of my friends along the way to keep it

a secret.

We even tried to bring Ashley a friend too.

Unfortunately, that didn't work out.

I just wanted my brother to be happy.

Why did you have to keep digging?

No, no,

no, no. I'm worried he won't feel a thing.

No, you don't have to do this. You don't. Why is that? Why is that, huh?

Because I love you.

I love you.

I don't believe you.

I see what you'll do for your brother.

Just like I'll do anything for Ashley.

What?

We're the same.

Both of us, we would do anything.

I love you. I love you so much, Jake.

How can I trust you?

Why wouldn't you be able to trust me?

You tried to take Ashley from me. No, did I?

Did I? No, I never did. I never did.

The entire time, all I wanted to do was to find Ashley and make sure she's okay.

And now I found her and I know she is okay.

Please. Please give me this.

I want her back and I want you.

All of us could be a family together.

Right in this house.

Doesn't that sound great?

Ashley will never go for it.

I'm her mother.

I'll convince her.

I'll convince her.

Come on.

What did you do to my mom?

She's okay.

She's going to cook us dinner.

Carol, if I knew you could cook this good, I would have told you about Ashley

long time ago.

And I didn't mean to hit you so hard.

I'm just glad that nasty business is behind us.

And we can live peacefully here together.

Ashley and I can work nights at Pegasus.

And then come home to you two.

Oh, Mom, you're not actually serious. Actually, I don't think...

You need to do that.

Rick and I have more than enough to keep you both here.

This is what I love about you.

In fact, I think we should treat our gentleman to a little after -dinner

entertainment.

A little mother -daughter duo.

Just to let them know how much we care.

And that they're going to get everything they deserve.

Jake, I don't want to do this to you. Quiet, Rick.

It'll be fine.

You'll enjoy it.

Right here, right here in the middle.

Jake, a little music.

Let's play a little game, shall we?

Let's see if you can tell us apart.

Thank you.

Jake, I don't want to do this, Jake. Rick, it'll be fine.

Okay, I'm here.

Little musical chairs.

Can you tell who's who?

No touching.

Oh, I see.

That's the rule.

Make sure you don't feed.

No, no, I don't want you to, Jake.

No, no, Jake, I don't want you to.

You lied to me.

On behalf of the school, we would like to apologize for behaving so rashly in

terminating you.

I think that this compensation and bonus package can attest to our feelings.

Wow.

I never thought I'd make so much of a math teacher.

This way, Ashley can afford to go to school without you having to resort.

Cheryl, I...

I am truly sorry.

I shouldn't have judged you.

That wasn't fair to you.

Oh, it's okay.

Carol?

Andy? What are you doing here?

Oh, I'm actually on my canvas now, but... Ooh, I like it.

I'm not embarrassing you, am I? I'm sure you don't want to be seen with me.

Don't be silly.

Good to see you.

I saw your article.

You're a hero.

Look, I just wanted you to know that, well, I think you're pretty terrific.

And I was also wondering if you all have night classes here for adults.

I think it's time I got my degree.

We have a great adult program.

Great.

Maybe you could tutor me?

I mean, I'd pay, of course.

I don't charge my friends.

Thank you.

You

told

me those

were her favorite.

Yeah.

Mom, I just keep thinking about how that could have.

It probably would have happened to me if you didn't come and save me. If you

don't want to go back to school right away.

No, no, no. I've lost so much time, and I don't want to let them take any more

from me.

But... Mom,

could I spend the night with you? I know it makes me sound like such a little

girl, but I don't know.

You'll always be my little girl.

I'll never forget that.

I'm excited.