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Thank you.

what you've done, he is ready to take you back.

Did God just not tell me that today?

He did not lay that on my heart about going home because he brought my wife

home.

I want y 'all to give a warm welcome. Stand up and welcome Mrs.

Antoinette McCullough.

There are two things that everyone can agree are desirable, purpose and power.

Even my Christian family can relate because the resurrection of Christ is

that. There's a purpose and there's great power from it. So there's no

the importance.

And there are people willing to do anything for a piece of it. But what you

to realize is that you are so focused on getting what you want that you

underestimate everyone else.

You underestimate someone like me because my purpose is my power. And if

feel you can threaten that, well, I hope you're prepared for the consequences.

No more talking about it the way it is, the way it

is.

It's no mystery.

There's no getting around it when you're here.

When you're here, we've got chemistry.

We light up when we ignite.

We are stars in a darker sky.

When you leave, don't forget to remember.

Don't forget to remember.

Forget to remember.

Don't forget to remember me.

Remember me.

God bless you, sister.

Thank you for coming.

Oh, it is so good to see you again, First Lady.

Oh, thank you for all the commissary over the years, Sister.

It's wonderful to be back. And we're so glad to have you, especially with all

the drama.

Hush now. None of that matters.

She didn't mean anything by that. It's just that, well, with all the mess going

on with Lacey, it's not a good look for the church.

Every time you turn around, she's on the news, on Facebook, on the tick -tick

stuff, on the Internet.

And you know how people talk.

I do.

Well, we're just so happy to have you back home so you can take care of all

foolishness.

God bless you.

Honey.

Don't let those ladies make you upset, okay?

They're just talking just to hear themselves talk.

Rev, if Lacey's problems are affecting the church... Don't worry about that.

We're going to be fine.

Because we're going to get through this like we get through everything.

Together. Now today is your day. It's all about you.

Speaking of which, I sent Lacey and Daniel home to get ready for your party.

I just think you wanted some more alone time with me.

Yeah. You know, it's been a long time since we rechristened my office, so I

think we need to go do that.

Why do you think I wore this skirt?

I see you read.

Amen. All right.

Yeah.

You still know how to make an entrance.

Of course, just in case they forgot who I was.

And I mean that in the most holiest of ways. Okay.

Well, held and froze over.

You got Varnetta through the church doors.

I wasn't expecting her, but I guess she thought she was intimidating me.

Or trying to squash it. It's been years, Tony.

Yeah, and she's been trying to hurt me for those 20 years.

I don't trust her. And because she did me dirty, she shouldn't trust me.

Well, ladies, let's go somewhere private.

Someone wants to talk to you.

Oh, okay.

Good afternoon, ladies.

It's so good to hear your voice.

How are you?

Eagerly anticipating your release.

Lacey did her best to hold things down for the family while you were away. But

damn if it isn't good to have you back.

Hopefully you can do something to make all this drama go away.

We've never had this much attention on us. You three have been my rock.

I wouldn't have made it through this without you.

Since we're all here, we need to get down to business.

I trust that everything is up and running?

Of course.

But sis, it's not going to be that easy picking up where you left off.

I don't expect it to be the same.

We're in better positions now.

We're better equipped to get things done.

What do you have in mind?

Look, just because I wasn't here doesn't mean I wasn't here.

You already know I have some strategies in play.

And it involves everyone in this room.

We're listening sis.

Where are you? I was on my way in. Don't bother.

Someone just trashed our office and shit us everywhere.

What? Who would do that?

Take a fucking guess.

Listen,

I want you to stay home today. I'm going to run out.

Lacey and her little minions have fucked us over one last time.

What are you going to do?

Get to the next woman.

The real woman in charge.

Lacey and her little circle are being tight -lipped, and so I'm sure a little

charm could go a long way with the dear First Lady.

We told Lacey everything she needs to know about the book.

Well, it was only a matter of time before she started asking questions.

So let's keep this between us.

As far as Lacey is concerned, I don't have this flash drive.

You don't want to tell her?

Lacey has enough going on. With Gideon, the investigation, and her marriage, I'm

just trying to help her out as much as possible, and that means protecting her.

You don't have to worry too much. Lacey even duplicated you and made a book of

her own. How else do you think she got Barclay under her thumb?

Well, what about Larson?

Don't worry.

I can get Sasha to help with that little problem.

Lacey's already been taking care of all this madness, especially after the press

conference she held. But was that enough?

This is what I propose.

Another media interview, this time with you, Tony.

Hmm. I like that.

I want everyone to know this is the last time they will cross the McCullough

family.

Lacey is a powerhouse, but with the Power Five behind her, she'll be a force

be reckoned with.

Don't you mean the Power Four?

Celeste, of course, I'm back in the fold from your backstabbing, aren't you?

Vanetta, don't come in here starting shit. Starting shit?

Shouldn't I be the one giving you that warning?

Didn't think I'd see you for another few years, Antoinette.

Well, what can I say?

God's favor ain't fair.

So it was God that had you stealing from the police pension fund.

Or betraying your sister. Ladies!

Betraying. I was helping you. I was helping all of us. You destroyed me.

My political career was everything to me, and I begged you not to endorse

Barkley. It was better in the long run, but you couldn't see it that way for

your own selfish reasons.

Shut up.

I saw all y 'all for what you were.

A bunch of low -down lying hypocrites, and you pose as advocates to the black

community, but you're only enriching yourselves.

And your precious Lacey.

She is following in your conniving with death.

Now wait a damn minute.

For what?

First off, you didn't want to get with the program.

So your political downfall was your own.

Not mine.

Not the Power Five.

And it damn sure wasn't Lacey. So what you won't do is talk about my daughter

like I won't bless your ass up in this church today.

Let them use you.

Everybody quiet.

Let's do it then.

Quiet down.

Prisoner do that to you.

We don't do that in here.

Not in God's house, and especially not with my wife.

Nigga, please.

Y 'all don't scare me.

Shit has changed.

I am on the short list for the U .S. Supreme Court, and I won't let you nor

Power Five derail my assent to the court.

Now, you pull that shit you did before, and I promise you, one of you will stay

in prison.

You're not the only one with God's favor.

Mr. Ocala, it's a pleasure to finally meet you. So you're the infamous Denim

Jackson.

I must admit, I'm quite surprised you took it upon yourself to pop up and

that we have this emergency meeting. I understand, which is why I appreciate

agreeing to see me. You're a legend.

I didn't invite you to sit.

So why did you insist on meeting with me, Mr. Jackson?

Are you aware that your daughter vandalized our property?

I'm not aware of anything you claim my daughter did.

Well, I just find it a little interesting that after a press

studio is trashed.

And with you wanting to clear the air after your release, I figured we could

help each other.

What is there to clear?

The fact that you're a convicted felon turned into the First Lady is quite the

reputation.

But if you tell me what I want to know, I can have it spun up in a positive

light. Hmm.

Reputation.

More like an opportunity for growth for myself and my congregation.

And who better to shepherd a congregation than a woman who

plight?

But I'm sure you understand reputation, given who you associate with.

What was that I heard?

Indecent exposure to children?

That was a lie.

Which seems a lot of that is going around with Lacey, with her daughter's

paternity, and not to mention the FBI charges.

Aren't you at all concerned with the severity of her consequences?

I'm surprised you're concerned, given my daughter's amazing press conference.

Especially after you tried to take my granddaughter's paternity to your show

boost your ratings. I didn't need that. So what story will it take then, Mr.

Denham? What is it about Lacey that has you so turned on?

Are you familiar with Proverbs 30, 15?

Of course you're not.

Let me explain it to you.

It reads, horse leech hath two daughters, crying, give, give.

There are three things that are never satisfied.

Yea, four things say not it is enough.

Now I'm old school, and I believe the best way to get rid of leeches are to

them. So I suggest you not be that horse leech.

Have a blast one.

Oh, I suggest you make an appointment the next time you want to meet with me.

I just commissioned this piece by Mariah Johnson.

Sorry, Judge Boyd.

Good evening, nice to see you. Good evening, Benji.

I'm glad you could make it. Are you feeling better?

Oh, yeah. A few bumps and bruises. Not that I can't manage. I would have came

anyway. I mean, it's been a big day.

Yeah, if only we could avoid any surprises, unlike Judge Sears.

I've never known her to go to such lengths.

You know everybody and always who you like to believe they are.

Excuse me.

Look at this place.

Feels like the good old days.

We're finally together.

I remember the good old days a little different than this, babe.

I'm just trying to wrap my head around Vanetta before I wrap my hands around

damn head.

She wasn't invited.

You need to leave Brittany alone.

You have nothing to worry about.

But you do.

Here's a cocktail to relieve you.

Thank you.

You don't have to worry about me, though. I'm more than fine. There's no

here. Just hanging out with the family.

Glad to see I didn't miss the best part.

Good timing, intern.

I don't like you.

What are you doing here?

Chelsea, glad you could make it. Mrs. McCullough, thank you so much for the

invite. It's been a long time since I've been to one of these.

Well, make yourself at home.

Thank you.

You look surprised.

Maybe because I didn't expect to see you in my house. Oh, so I get you

everything you need with my dad and you expect for me to just disappear?

Or is it better for you to still have me around but keep me in the dark with

Port and Chet? Need to know basis.

I would think you knew your place with me by now. You said you'd take care of

Susan. And you said you wanted to be rid of me, yet here you are.

Hello, everybody. Thank you all for coming.

There's no other way that I would like to celebrate today than with all of you.

Because you're Mutt's family.

And we're here to celebrate my beautiful wife, the woman of the hour, Miss

Antoinette McCullough. Raise your glasses.

I'm happy that you're back.

I heard Brittany wasn't invited. Why is that?

We'll talk about that later.

Jacob! Mr. Bates!

Sheriff?

What's in that envelope, Bates, huh?

Are you here to serve someone?

Lacey McCullough. I'll take it from here. Thank you, Jacob.

Oh, the McCullough family.

It's nice to see you all back together again.

Lacey McCullough, you've been served.

You would be wise to remove yourself from my property this instant.

Don't negotiate.

Don't worry, Sloan. I know my way out.

Enjoy the party

What's

a divorce we'll take care of this later

Talk

to me, you know, it doesn't even matter I have more important shit to worry

about

I know I haven't told you, but I need you to keep it between us.

I'm doing pro bono work representing Alfonso Triplett.

Nice.

That's awesome, babe.

Proud of you.

Thank you.

I'm just excited that I'm making progress without Lacey, especially since

wasn't supportive in the first place.

She's so worried about herself not recognizing what I bring to the table.

So, I am realizing that I don't need her approval anymore.

I can run this shit by myself.

She is not the only queen on the board, and this might just give me the

spotlight.

And also the satisfaction of helping a good cause, right?

Are you questioning my intentions?

No, I'm just saying.

Don't get yourself caught up in their game.

Or getting back at Lacey.

You're better than that.

I just...

I just don't want you to lose sight of the goal. That's all.

So you're telling me what to do, too?

What? No, that's not what I'm saying.

That's what I'm hearing.

You got to go down to the paint and get strong. You got to punish him.

It's nice to have the boy back where it all started.

I always knew he grew up to be one of the greatest of his time, even as a kid.

And this is why I started First Place Sports Complex here in Chatsworth.

To give undeserved kids an opportunity to play organized sports and have

discipline. And to reach their full potential. I mean, look at him now. Look

you also.

First female NBWA coach.

And we have the number one pick.

He's with us.

This is our time.

Proud of you.

Thanks, Coach.

You want some too?

Hey, dude.

You should pass it. This ain't for you. You can try music, drawing.

Y 'all got jokes.

Other than basketball.

Because that ain't good. They ain't getting it all for you.

Your bro got more offense than you, man. Your girls seem to like it.

Probably a hard player.

Not that.

Not bad at all, son.

Mr. Marzilli, we don't have a game today. Oh, no, I wasn't stopping by for

I was just making the rounds. I had to check up on the new players.

You know I got a half a talent.

Yeah, you got quite the reputation.

So when I heard Daniel McCullough had approached you with an offer, I said to

myself, this can't be true.

There is no way a star like Savoy is considering an inexperienced recovering

addict.

I told him Randall was... Well, who?

Let me give you some advice, son.

Whatever you promised, if it's not signed, it's not dealt.

Don't lose your career over some party boy with a reputation.

I'll see you on the court, son.

Good to see you, Isaac.

What are you two ever talking about, huh? Y 'all starting up trouble?

No, Pastor.

I'm just happy to see this rich lady at home where she belongs.

And I was just catching up with an old friend.

Be safe, Isaac.

Thank you.

Hey,

man, I appreciate the invite. For sure. You know, we've been locked in since

elementary school.

Yeah, I know.

I just wish we was cool enough to have to be your brother -in -law.

You know your sister feels fine as hell.

Watch your mouth, bro.

Bullshit, man.

What?

The Marzillis are in Savoy's ear.

They're probably trying to tarnish my name with that rape shit that they try

pull.

I swear to God if they're trying to fuck up everything I've been working on,

man. Be cool, man. It'll be alright.

Savoy's a businessman.

And he ain't about to let no bullshit fuck up a good business deal.

Plus, everybody know those Marzillis are some racist motherfuckers.

Good to see you, Isaiah.

You too, Mama Toni.

You think when you get settled in, you'll let me know how it was on the

Go home, I think.

Yes, ma 'am.

Hey, bro, hit me later. Yeah, man. Get home safe, bro. Yes, sir.

Welcome home, baby.

I missed you so much.

Listen.

And, Lace, to be a lawyer, to please stay on your ass.

So, things are going great with the sports agency.

Go ahead to hear that, sweetie.

It would have been nice to have been consulted about that first. I consulted

Mom.

Everything's not about you, Lace. It is a good thing Daniel taking initiative.

You should keep an open mind.

Might just be the good press you need right now.

Might help people forget the other things happening with your firm.

I'm handling it.

Is that why you had the sheriff show up at the house tonight during my welcome

home party?

All right, you two, that's enough.

It's been a long day for everybody.

Lacey, you're a very strong woman, and I'm sure you'll put everything back in

its right place.

The perfect opportunity for us all to move forward.

Clean slate.

All of her. Understand?

Mm -hmm.

All we are missing now is my granddaughter.

I told you she's with her father.

Oh. Which one?

I may not have the best radar for men, but I've always been there for my

daughter. Something that I didn't have the opportunity to have.

But things are different now.

And I can assure you that I have everything under control.

As a matter of fact, I have some business to attend to, so if you guys

excuse me, I'm going to head out.

Oh, no need to rush, hon.

Your office is upstairs now, remember?

This was a really nice party.

So happy to have you home, Mom.

Have a good night, child.

May the good Lord be with you.

Honey, you shouldn't be so rough on Lacey.

Tonight is all about you.

No worries.

No stress.

And no tension.

I told Zoe she should have some ice cream. I didn't think you would mind.

Thanks, Dad.

Hey, Pop.

How would you feel if I enrolled Zoe in school out here in Arizona?

Mark, please.

Tell me what's going on. I'm worried about you and Zoe.

Are you sure about this, son?

Told you about some things, but I didn't tell you.

All the shit that I'm going through.

The investigations, my thesis business.

Rumors of ethical assertion.

I'm just glad it didn't affect my business.

I brought that dude into my house.

I let this man sit at my table.

Eat my food.

We watched the games.

I don't want to make you an idiot, son.

I raised you to be a great man.

Some people just take advantage of that.

I just want you and Zoe to be happy, and I will be behind you no matter what you

decide.

I trust you. I know you'll do the right thing.

Chelsea, Chelsea, Chelsea.

Aaron told me I'd find you easier.

Did Lacey send you?

Nope. I came by myself.

Why are you looking for me?

I need you to do something for me. You remember Brittany's ex -client, Randall

Jarvis? Yeah.

I need you to hack into the security surveillance systems in his old house.

Why the hell would I do that?

Randall's claiming it was self -defense, and in the last couple meetings that we

had, he said there was a camera. Now, I don't know if there's anything on there,

but if there is, there might be something that can help us get him out

prison.

Out of prison?

Okay. Even if he is claiming self -defense, isn't this the same guy who

Brittany hostage?

And you want to get him out?

There's a little more to it than that.

Okay, he panicked. He made a bad decision with Brittany, but that doesn't

he deserves to rot in jail for the rest of his life for something he didn't do.

Okay, and how am I supposed to get into this house? And where am I supposed to

find this footage?

Don't worry about it. I got a plan.

And why am I doing this again?

Because I'm going to make it worth your while.

We'll do another one.

Me too, please.

Shots, actually.

Beautiful, isn't it?

One of my favorite artists.

It always intrigues me how an artist can capture an aspect of our reality that

most people ignore.

That gives them a certain creative power over everyone else, don't you think?

Carla, it is an honor to truly meet you.

It's a pleasure to meet you, Brittany DePaul.

I've heard a lot about you.

You have.

Absolutely. Especially with your work with Alfonso after his unjust arrest.

We share that attribute, you know, being community -minded, wanting to do what

needs to be done to serve our people.

You're certainly a dynamic young woman.

Thank you.

I know my daughter's been busy juggling everything, and you probably feel she

hasn't been as transparent with you as she has the other members of her team.

Yeah, yeah. I get it, trust me.

But now that I'm back.

I've been thinking of some ways to help Lacey.

Someone with your passion, expertise, and power would be such a huge asset,

which in turn would give you the status you deserve.

What do you think?

Sousa, dig.

You were supposed to come in today and give your testimony and you didn't show

up.

Nor have I heard from you.

What's going on?

Call me as soon as you get this. It's urgent.

Mr.

and Mrs. Harrison, right on time.

I'm Ava. Please come in.

Hi. How are you? Thank you for taking a meeting at such short notice. My wife

saw this house for sale and just insisted we had to have a meeting

Well, I think you both will find this gorgeous property more than exceeds your

expectations. I can't wait to show it to you. Okay. Right this way.

Hey.

Just playing into the role, Mrs. Harrison.

As you see, these are all new floors.

The master is... Spacious with its own renovated en suite as well.

Oh, it's huge.

Probably not.

You two are absolutely adorable.

How long have you been married? Five years.

Men, he swears he knew I was his wife when we met five years ago, even though

we've just officially been married three months.

Of course. Love at first sight is always beautiful.

Do you think it'd be possible for us to get a couple bottles of water?

Of course.

Let me just go grab those from the kitchen. Be right back.

Hurry up. Don't fucking rush me. Get caught. I'm leaving your ass. Shh.

Where's Mrs. Harrison?

Oh, you know, women. She's already walking around thinking about pain

and furniture placement.

Maybe I should check to see if she needs some assistance.

I'll ask you something.

How soon do you think we'd be able to put an offer in on the house?

Oh, well, I can get the paperwork drawn up immediately.

This one's been on the market for a minute, so the seller's motivated.

Why's it been on the market so long?

Well, there was an incident with someone who died in the home.

But I certainly don't want that to be deterrent, because I know you both love

it. We do. We do.

And my wife just started a new job in this area, so this place would be ideal.

Oh, nice.

Where will she be working?

She's a porn star.

Yeah, she may not look like it, but she's a freak.

Actually, I had to ask her to marry me, like, really quick, because she knows

how to make a man.

Bag.

Why don't I go ahead and put a call to the office to get that paperwork drawn

up? Thank you so much. That'd be great.

It's about time. Let's go.

Oh, and if Ava asks you anything about your movie, just ignore it.

Oh, Ava, I'm so sorry. We've got to rush out of here.

Oh, no. Is everything okay? Yeah, the wife's not feeling too great. I think it

was something she swallowed.

Yeah, whatever it was really upset my stomach.

How about I give you a call when I have the papers and you can come by the

office?

Amazing. Great.

Beautiful home.

Huh?

Hey, I don't know why you keep calling me. Hey, man, I told you I was done with

that bush.

What the hell happened here?

That's why I was trying to call you. I'm trying to figure out who did this.

How should I know?

I find it really interesting that this happened after I interviewed Lacey.

I know she had something to do with it.

Has Brittany said anything?

Man,

Brittany doesn't have time to fuck up your office.

She's actually out here trying to help people.

And you expect me to believe that?

Yes. Look at the positive work history.

Brittany is representing Alfonso pro bono to get him out of jail.

You think they have time to worry about this little high school shit?

You seem pretty certain.

Brittany hasn't even been dealing with Lacey like that.

So you're fishing for something that ain't there.

Grow the fuck up and leave it alone, Denim. Damn.

Instead, why don't you check some of the other enemies you made with the

bullshit you've been spreading? All right?

Hey, Joe.

Joe, my man.

What's up, man? I can't get you.

Let me get two dirty martinis.

Okay, can I see some ID?

Hey, coming right up.

Paul, now I know you ain't turning around. My mom won the joint. He got me.

Besides, I thought you could use a drink or two.

You seem a little off lately. You alright?

Just had a lot on my plate, that's all.

Yeah, working for life can do that for you.

Here you go.

And I'm sure the Alfonso Triplett case isn't helping either.

Who told you I was working with Alfonso?

Dude's dirt.

Brittany,

hold on.

I know you're in here. Terrence!

Brittany?

What's wrong?

Seriously? I don't understand what's going on.

Why are you so upset?

Who the hell is he?

Seriously? You don't know what's going on?

I know it was you, Terrence.

I just saw Denim's latest report.

Looks like his sources don't have a problem with sleeping around, don't

Let me explain. No!

I trust you! I trusted you!

I trusted you!

I thought we had... How could I be so stupid?

It is real.

You don't understand.

I don't know!

No! Did you or did you not tell Denna?

I'm done.

It's not what it looked like. Let me explain.

Let go of me!

What is wrong with you?

You ain't going anywhere.

Not until you let me explain.

What the fuck are these niggas doing in my house?

You all right?

Yeah, yeah. What are you doing here? It's not important.

Let's get you out of here.

Let's go, Brittany.

Where's the hydrogen peroxide?

Fuck, Aaron. The fuck?

He's dead.

Wait. Where's the hydrogen peroxide?

I don't know. I don't know. I don't know where anything is.

I'll look for it. We need hydrogen peroxide.

We need salt.

We need a cloth.

We need trash bags and we need duct tape.

What are you doing?

I'm going to the car.

Get a mask and some clothes.

Dear Brittany, what can I say?

Our time together has been amazing.

You're the most beautiful and brilliant woman I've ever met.

And honestly, you're the best thing that ever happened to me.

I want you to know that I have your back no matter what. And you can trust me.

And I'll always be loyal to you.

Love, Terrence.

I can't even hear the sound.

Don't know what come over me.

Well, if you say.