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Who the fuck is that knocking like the police?

Now, one more motherfucking time

to knock like you ain't got no sense.

Nigga!

Hurry, guys. You are an hour late!

I know, I'm sorry.

It took a while to move Dad into the Meadowland homes,

but he's in good hands now.

Well, from what they're charging me,

they should've rolled out the red carpet treatment.

Come on, Dad.

So as we discussed,

these are the corporate restructuring papers

that your father has had us create.

Now Helen, your role will be perfunctory,

but still vital.

You will be the face of the business.

You're your own boss, you can set your own schedule,

you'll have an assistant, your own office,

and well, a great paycheck.

It's important that Helen still is involved in the major decisions.

I mean, I will be around to advise.

Yes, yes, yes, right, right.

No, right, right, Dale.

I have made this company.

I have stood by this company,

and I am not gonna have you toss me out

like yesterday's trash because of my disease.

I still make the decisions,

so let's not get too big for our britches, Dale.

Yes sir, of course sir, I apologize.

-I was just-- -Just what?

Now you listen, I have made some hard decisions,

some might even say harsh,

to get this company to where it is now.

But it was worth it.

I am proud of it.

Just look at our company.

Helen is my proxy, do you understand that, Dale?

-Tammy. -Of course.

Yes, yes, of course, sir.

And that is reflected in the restructuring papers, yes?

Yes, yes, of course.

That's what we've already written in these pages.

That's very good, then. Let's proceed.

What we were saying is that we see this

as allowing the day to day operations

to fall under the company's umbrella,

not just directly from your father's office.

Oh, then let's sign.

Helen, here's the pen.

-What are you saying? -What am I saying?

Maybe we stay, maybe not this time, I don't know.

You wanna get the rose, vintage Cab, Merlot.

Oh, and the reds also?

Mm, just get two cases.

We'll get through it.

Daddy?

Dad.

Do you know if you still

get your discount here, do you remember?

No, I do not believe that is possible.

Can I offer you ladies some samples?

Oh, I thought you would never ask.

This is our red blend.

It's dry, light, some oak finish,

but not overwhelming, soft.

Mm. Sounds perfect.

More, please?

Yes, of course Mrs.?

Clarkson.

-Thank you. -You're welcome.

And, may I have one more for my husband?

Sure.

Thanks.

And you are?

Helen.

Nice to meet you, Helen.

You have very soft hands, Helen.

Thank you.

Hopefully not with an oak finish.

So?

So?

What do you do, Helen?

Oh, a little of this, and a little of that.

What about you?

This is temporary.

I have my series seven test in a few weeks,

and then it's boom, off to the races.

I should probably sit.

Can't leave Mom and Dad unattended to.

Hey, you think I could take you out sometime?

Uh, sure, yeah.

Sounds nice.

That's my personal cell.

Tomorrow night it is.

Tomorrow?

Yeah, tomorrow night.

I'll drop the cases off myself,

and then me and you can go do something.

Okay, sounds great.

Well, enjoy the wine.

I'll see you then.

Thank you.

Good evening, madam.

Thank you, kind sir.

So this truck get good mileage?

Yes, it does.

Sorry the Bentley's in the shop.

Oh, is that so?

Yeah, well, I know you're used to the finer things.

That's not true, I've struggled.

Really?

Please, do tell.

Well, for example,

I had a serious ramen noodle phase in college.

Wait, before you finish, I have to ask this question.

Who paid for college?

I did.

With my trust fund?

Aha!

Trust fund.

Shit, my funds have trust issues, too.

Oh, you're funny.

Yeah, well?

You wanna see what real struggle is?

Sure, why not?

And we are here.

I don't think I've ever been

to this part of the vineyard before.

Of course not, this is where all the employees go

to get away from all of the customers.

Nah, it's just a place with no pressure, you know?

Sometimes I wish I had one of those.

What, a vineyard?

I mean, you could probably--

No, a place with no pressure, no judgment.

Oh, well in that case,

let me make your experience a little more quaint.

Welcome to Chauncey a la Stable.

Tonight, we'll be serving our prime Himalayan beef

on a brioche bun with a nice feta cheese and arugula finish.

Oh.

Basically, it's a cheeseburger.

That sounds great, I'll take one.

Coming right up.

Oh.

So after grad school, I came here

to start helping my father with his business.

That's good.

What about you?

I'm not sure.

My father died a while ago.

I'm sorry to hear that.

Yeah.

He died of an overdose.

I don't resent him for being a bad father.

I use him as motivation

not to give up on life, or a reason to quit.

Seems like it's working to me.

You think so?

Yeah, you seem like a good man

with a good head on his shoulders.

Thank you.

And you have a little sauce on your lip.

Do I?

Yeah.

I'll get it.

So Marty says, "It ain't my problem.

"That's why I asked for the receipt first."

Honey, tell me.

How is Michael doing?

Well, he picked up an overnight shift,

which is why he couldn't join us for dinner,

but he's doing fine, just working a lot.

Well, I can't be mad at a man who works hard,

just make sure you don't forget

the important things in life.

Family, love.

Yes, Daddy, he loves me very much, and I love him.

Well, we only worry because we rarely see him.

That's because he works really hard, Mom.

He has two jobs.

He spends a majority of his time supporting his family

after their father lost his job.

My God, that's terrible.

Look sweetheart, I'm just saying,

losing yourself in your career,

it can bring out the ugly in a person.

I mean, I should know.

I neglected the family.

It was a colleague, Roy Thompson.

He was gunning for the same position I wanted,

and despite the fact

that he had five kids, I wanted the power.

I did what I had to do.

Harold, don't be so harsh and paranoid.

Honey, if you are happy, then we are happy.

Thanks, Mom.

Look, just be careful of your moves.

You never know who you're lying next to.

Okay Harold, that's enough, cut it out.

Hey, how was your business trip?

Well, the first half of the day was chaotic,

but I pulled through,

and the second half was a nightmare from hell.

Why don't you just quit?

Quit?

I can't quit now, I've been doing this for so long,

and pretty soon I'll be able to-

Maybe I can help you relieve some stress.

Honey, not now.

It's late, I'm tired, I got a meeting in the morning.

Okay.

And then there's the 3:00 pm with Sachi,

and that should be it for today.

Okay, sounds like a light day.

Make sure everyone knows I'm not gonna be in the office tomorrow,

and can you rearrange my calendar?

-No problem. -Thanks, Stacey.

-And this one. -Mm-hmm.

Thank you.

And this one.

And here.

Stacey, these are already signed.

Oh, look at you, Miss Efficient.

You know me.

How was your business trip?

Ah, baby.

Between Steinwell and Zeigerman, this job is killing me.

All they wanna do is solidify and liquidate

the Helmburg hedge fund.

It must be miserable to be stuck

between those two money hungry pigs.

Yeah.

At this rate, I'll never make it past associate.

These jobs are just killing me.

All I wanna do is run with the bigwigs.

I know I have what it takes to run a company.

I've been working my ass off my whole life.

I think I've learned a thing or two.

You are doing a great job.

All you need is just one more big account,

and then everyone will see you just like I do.

Like that big boss that I know you are.

Yeah, you're right.

It helps coming home to a hot wife.

How was your day?

Well, I had to sign some more paperwork

on my father's behalf, and then I just tended to the garden.

I know it's been tough.

If you need my help, just let me know.

Thank you, baby, but I think I got it.

Daddy was tough, but he did a good job.

He did an amazing job.

Do you like this house?

Of course I do, why, what's wrong?

I'm more thinking about the space.

I mean, we have so much space, and with you gone all the time--

Hey, I'm only gone sometimes, but I understand.

What do you wanna do?

Well, I was thinking we could start working on a family.

Oh, you mean a baby?

You're kidding, right?

Honey, I just got this assignment.

Once I complete this deal, we'll be in a much better place

to consider starting a family.

I can make enough for both of us.

Yeah, and then what?

I look like a lazy leech to your mother?

No thank you.

We'll be okay.

Yeah, well I won't be okay.

All I'm asking you is for you to be patient.

Just wait a little bit longer.

I'm not going anywhere, are you?

No, of course not.

That's good.

How about we get you a dog?

I was thinking maybe we rent out the guest house.

The guest house?

Yeah, I mean, then I wouldn't feel so alone.

We'd have some life in this place,

and we could set aside some income,

you know, for a nest egg.

And this will make you feel happy,

and get you off my back about the baby talk?

This would make me the happiest in the world.

Okay, we'll rent it out.

Mm, my sexy landlord.

That's right, yes ma'am, and rent is due.

I don't think I have it.

Isn't there anything we can do?

Mm, maybe.

Let's step into my office, upstairs.

Well, what if I don't want to?

Well, then I'm just gonna have to come evict you then.

Come here.

-No! -Come here.

Hi.

Sorry, what is your name?

Oh, hello, I'm Danger.

Pleasure to meet you.

So, what do you do for work, Danger?

I work for myself.

I'm self-made, I grow weed.

You smoke?

No, no, I do not.

Oh, you need to try.

I got this new shit, it's called...

Cat Shit Drip?

Cat Shit Drip?

Yeah, Cash Shit Drip.

Drip, meaning you got people dripping out the head.

Right.

So do you take Section 8?

Oh, I'm sorry, we don't.

What kind of shit is that?

Matthew, watch your mouth!

But for real, what kind of shit is that?

That's discrimination, and you're racist.

How am I racist?

We're both white.

You're a different type of white.

Fuck you.

You take Section 9?

What fucking section do you take?

Hi, I'm so sorry.

The open house is closed for the day.

Oh I'm so sorry,

there's a lot of traffic coming up from the city.

I'm Derrick Johnson.

Hi.

So, you aren't showing the house?

No, you know what, that's fine.

Why don't you come on in?

Okay thank you, I appreciate it.

We can step on into the living room.

Okay, thank you.

So, tell me a little about yourself.

I'm in advisory marketing, analytical specialist.

Worked in Detroit for a bit, born and raised in Boise.

Now relocated here to New York City.

Now I like New York City, but not necessarily

the people, the cars, the noise.

I thought being up here might feel more like home.

It's quiet, peaceful.

Beautiful.

Um, well, all of this seems to be in order.

Uh, where is Mrs. Johnson?

Mrs?

No, no, no, I'm not married.

Work is my wife, I do it well.

Maybe one day, I might find that special woman

and conquer our love.

But if I want something, I go for it,

no matter what the risk.

Funny, that's just the way my father used to think.

Your father's a smart man.

Thank you.

So, where's the mister of the house?

Oh, he's at work.

He works a lot, so I'm either here at home

or at my father's company in the city.

Okay, what does your father do?

My family owns a restaurant management company.

Have you heard of Prestige Rest?

Prestige Rest?

Oh, you're kidding me.

My firm did the campaign for their San Antonio division.

Papi's Steakhouse?

Your father was a very successful man.

Yeah, that was him.

Well that was, until he was diagnosed

with Alzheimer's disease.

Now, I just spend time running his estate.

So you don't own the company?

Not yet, but soon.

That's not really my focus right now.

I'm sorry to hear about your father.

Thank you.

-Why don't I show you the guest house? -Yeah.

It's amazing, how's Detroit?

I've actually never visited.

Oh, it's not bad. It's picking back up.

It slowed down for a little while,

but it's picking back up right now.

That sounds really exciting.

Met some nice people out there.

Yeah, I bet.

Okay, so get some lights in here, perhaps.

Okay, so this is the space.

-Very nice. -Thanks.

A lot more than Manhattan, right?

Right.

Kitchenette's over here.

Happy to put some extra things in,

or you can bring your own,

just whatever you're comfortable with.

You'll use the bedroom straight back.

-You can divide it up, whatever you're comfortable with. -Okay.

Let me show you the rest.

I'll take you around the grounds if you're interested.

Everything looks great, everything.

-Okay, here's the paperwork. -Okay.

-It's a one year lease. -Okay.

Do you have the deposit?

Do you accept cash?

That's my favorite kind of paperwork.

Then I have the deposit.

Thank you.

Can I offer you something to drink?

I'll have what you're having.

Wine it is.

Let's see.

Darn it.

Here, let me give you a hand.

-Oh no, that's okay. -No, I got it.

Thank you.

Thanks.

All right, she--

Fuck!

-Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry. -Shit.

Let me, let me take care of that for you.

I'm so sorry.

Don't worry about it, accidents happen.

Oh my God, it's on your jacket.

And all over your tie, too.

No, don't worry about it.

Man.

Let me help you, take this, okay yeah.

Just... Sorry.

I'll have it properly cleaned,

but in the meantime, you can wear this.

No thanks, it's not really my style, but thank you anyway.

But I'll take this, thank you.

Uh, I guess I better start moving in, then.

Oh, yeah, of course.

Let me get you the keys.

Thank you so much.

I look forward to being your tenant.

-Me too. -Okay.

Well, have a good night.

Honey, I'm home.

Is there room for one more?

That was a good shower.

-Yeah, I guess it was. -Yeah.

So how'd it go today, honey?

It went well.

Met a few duds at first, but I think I found someone

who will be perfect for our guest house.

Tell me about this person.

-Well, he's-- -He?

Yeah, he's a marketing analyst specialist,

and dresses well, drives a nice car, so stable income.

So, what's his name?

His name is Derrick Johnson.

Paid for the lease upfront.

I should've consulted with you first, I'm sorry.

No, no, no, honey, I trust your judgment.

If you have a good feeling about him,

I have a good feeling about this, too.

This mine?

Looks like it shrunk.

No, that's Derrick's.

I accidentally spilled wine on it.

I said I'd clean it for him.

Wine, huh?

Get him drunk, sweeten up the deal?

I'll just give it back to him tomorrow.

He doesn't seem harmful.

No, no he doesn't.

Invite him over tomorrow for breakfast,

so we can get to know our new neighbor.

Oh, yeah, woo!

Honey, is everything okay?

Everything's fine, honey.

I just thought I heard something.

Oh my God, oh, my God, oh, my God, oh!

Oh yeah, oh!

Well, at least he's active.

I'm gonna go over there and tell him to keep it down.

No, you don't need to do that, honey.

Go back to sleep.

We'll talk to him in the morning.

You sure?

'Cause I can go over there if it bothers you.

It's fine, really.

Why don't you come back to bed?

If I didn't have this meeting in a few hours,

we could have a shouting match with you.

Show him who's boss.

Oh, Michael. Oh, please.

Well, did you see if she bought the lime soda this time?

'Cause I don't like mixing the orange juice with the Perriers.

Yeah, it doesn't go well.

That was a good call.

It's just a waste.

Hey, Helen, how are you?

-Hi. -Hello.

-Michael? -Derrick, right?

-Yes, please to meet you. -As well.

-Join us. -Thank you, I appreciate it.

Yeah, first of all, welcome to our home.

Oh, thank you so much.

Helen's told me some things about you.

-Oh, has she? -Yes.

All good, I hope.

Yes, no doubt.

I admire and respect your work ethic.

-Thank you, Derrick. -Yeah.

Well, me and the missus couldn't help but overhear your adventures last night.

Wow.

That's embarrassing.

I had no idea you guys could hear me.

Hope I didn't disturb you too much.

It won't happen again.

It's fine, really.

She's being modest.

What she, well, what we mean is, it's okay to have company.

You're a man, you have needs.

Just keep it down a bit.

Understood.

Look, I have to make it up to you guys.

No, that's not necessary.

No, I insist.

It's okay, Derrick. You seem like a standup guy.

I'm sure you'll be mindful.

Absolutely.

It's settled.

Well, I have to go into work.

I'll be at the office pretty late,

so if anything changes,

I will give you a call.

Pleasure meeting you again.

Drive safe, honey.

Hey, I'm sorry about that.

About what?

Last night's sounds?

Oh no, it's fine.

I don't want you to feel restricted.

So, you like what you heard?

Excuse me?

The music I was playing.

Oh.

Yeah, it was interesting.

I have a nice collection.

Maybe you could come over and check it out one day.

Maybe I'll do that.

Oh well, look at the time.

I gotta get into the city, try and beat this traffic.

Yeah, me too.

I gotta get to the office

and sign some paperwork for this merger.

You work downtown?

Actually, by Grand Central.

I'm a couple blocks away from there.

If you're not doing anything, maybe I can join you for lunch.

I don't know about that.

It's just lunch, Helen.

Look, I'm sorry for being so aggressive.

Maybe you just make me feel more comfortable than I should.

No, it's fine.

And I will accept your offer.

Really?

Wow, that's great, okay.

Here's the address for my job.

Let's say two o'clock, you meet me there.

Okay.

Great, I'll see you then.

See you then.

Mrs. Eidelman, Florida is still waiting on the approval.

I haven't received the fax yet.

Ma'am, it's right there on your desk,

next to the red memo that says sign me.

I'll take care of it right now.

Hey, is everything okay?

I'm fine, thank you, Stacey.

Are you sure?

Look, I've been your secretary for five years,

and if I don't know when something is wrong,

then I'm not doing my job.

Okay, it's just that, well,

Michael and I have this guy living in our guest house.

Oh, you found someone, that's good.

So, is he crazy?

No, at least I don't think he's crazy.

Well, is he cute?

He's a handsome man, yes.

Oh, look out now, cougar in the building.

He's also Black.

Oh, you're gonna be walking different now.

No, it's not like that.

I mean, yeah, I find him attractive,

but I wouldn't do that to Michael.

I just wish Michael had more of an attitude, more like Derrick.

Wait, who's Derrick now?

Sorry, Derrick's our tenant.

Derrick, huh?

Is he single?

I don't know.

He hasn't mentioned a girlfriend,

but he did have company last night,

and Michael and I could hear it all the way from the bedroom.

See, all you're doing is making him sound even better.

Well, he did invite me for lunch.

Lunch, huh?

Yeah, he said it was his way of making up for last night.

Well, it won't hurt just to have lunch with him.

-You think? -Yeah, sounds harmless to me.

Yeah, then I'll go meet him for lunch.

You go meet that fine ass man you got living in your backyard.

You don't think it's wrong, right?

Helen, it's only wrong if you make it wrong.

Yeah, yeah, you're right.

But if it feels right, then it must be right then, right?

Thank you, Stacey.

Bring me back some mozzarella sticks, thank you?

You got it.

-Hey. -Hi.

-How you doing? -Well, how are you?

Good, good, hope I didn't take too long.

I was swamped at the office.

No, not at all. I haven't been waiting long.

Oh good, yeah.

Hey look, I got something for you.

-How did you-- -How'd I what?

It's nothing. The company's doing a Paris campaign,

so I had them send these over to me.

But how did you know my size?

I know a size seven when I see one.

Let's call it a gift for sole.

Here, let me get that for you.

I thought these would be perfect for you.

Oh, they're gorgeous.

Hey, so I'm ready to eat.

Okay.

Okay.

Derrick, where are we?

Do you trust me?

Yeah, I trust you.

Why do these men keep staring?

Well, maybe you shouldn't dress like that.

Dress like what?

I'm wearing a skirt and a blouse.

Well, maybe you shouldn't have worn that body.

So, what's good to eat here?

Haven't you ever had soul food?

I don't think so.

I mean, I've heard of it,

I just don't think I've tried it.

Wow.

Well, allow me to order for you, then.

Okay.

Man.

My nana would lose it if we didn't use a coaster.

She would smack any one of us with a smacking spoon.

A smacking spoon?

Yeah, a smacking spoon.

That's a long wooden spoon that was never used for cooking,

only smacking people's hands with.

Oh, wow.

Yeah, she didn't care who you were.

She would smack the hell outta anybody's wrists

if you disrespected her.

She raised us well.

She sure did.

Yeah.

Wish you would've met her.

How are you enjoying your food?

It's delicious, especially the collard greens.

Not like Nana's.

Oh, I bet.

So you wanna dance?

Dance here, right now?

Mm-hmm.

I'm sure they wouldn't mind.

Oh, I don't know.

I haven't danced in a long time.

Okay then, you're overdue.

Come on.

Um, I'm sorry,

I actually have to get going.

Thank you so much for lunch.

No problem.

So, how'd it go?

I'm sorry, what?

I asked you, how did the lunch go?

You okay?

You know, I actually have to get going.

But what about the transfer file report?

Um, you can handle those from here, right Stacey?

Yes, I can.

You sure you're okay?

Thanks.

Shit, what the hell am I doing?

I, I was just coming to hang this up.

You know this is trespassing, right?

I should've just waited 'til you got home, I'm sorry.

This was a bad idea.

Nothing's a bad idea if you thought of it.

What?

It's only bad if you want it to be.

I can't do it.

I can't.

But you want to.

Yeah, but Michael...

Is everything okay?

Sure.

I mean, I just cheated on my husband,

but yeah, everything's fine.

Okay, good.

So what now?

Now, we can go at it again.

Just gotta give me about a half.

No, silly.

I mean, what now?

You live close.

I mean, you're in our guest house.

I'm married, this is crazy.

Look, everything's gonna be okay.

We can meet in the city,

or whenever your husband's out of town.

Yeah, but I do love my husband.

You say it with such meaning.

Really, stop it.

I have to be serious about this.

So, I'll see you around...

neighbor.

So I told Hildenburg he needs to adjust

the fraction of the gross cost in order to redeem his fiscal year.

Mm-hmm.

And then the unicorn president

asked for the Shire leprechaun account.

Yeah.

Honey, your hair's on fire.

Right.

Hey.

You okay?

I'm sorry honey,

I'm just thinking about a big meeting at work.

Okay, well, don't think too hard.

I'll be home a little later.

So I was thinking, maybe we should change the plants in here?

It's starting to smell like old stale coffee in here.

What do you think?

Yeah, that's fine, just no ficus.

What?

I love ficus plants.

Aloe, and jade, lily, evergreen, fittonia, azalea.

That's fine, just make sure

to save the receipt so we can write it off, okay?

Not a problem.

Oh, and you received a message today, as well.

A message?

Yeah, some guy called and said he left his phone at home,

but he said to call him at this number.

Well, why didn't you...

What did he say?

You know, come to think of it, he never left his name.

He said that you would know who he was.

That'll be all, Stacey.

Oh, okay.

So you wanted me to leave?

My bad.

I'm just gonna go, and look up those plants,

and okay, okay, I'm gone, I'm gone, I'm gone.

Hello?

Hey, it's me.

Well, thank goodness. I thought you were avoiding my calls.

Me? I would never do that.

Well, that's good to know.

Hey, what are you doing right now?

I'm at work, why?

I'm going to send a car for you.

-Wait, when? -Now.

Now? I'm in the middle of things.

I can't leave right now.

I thought you were the boss.

Well, I am.

Okay then, the car will be there shortly, bye.

Everything okay?

Yeah, I just need to step out for a minute.

But remember, you have a meeting today at three.

I'll be back by then.

Oh shit.

Oh shit, what the fuck was that?

Oh shit.

-Oh, my God. -What's up, baby?

Michael's on his way to my office right now.

Why?

I'll explain later, I'm so sorry, I have to go.

Honey, what are you doing here?

Well, I was in the area.

I thought I'd come by and see you.

Is that a problem?

No, no, of course not.

I'm glad to see you.

Wow, I should try to come by more often.

Well, anyways, I just wanted to come by,

see what you were up to, and maybe take you to lunch.

Lunch.

Lunch, you know the meal you eat

after breakfast, before dinner?

Oh honey, I don't think I can.

I have a meeting at two,

and then I have sit in on a conference call at 3:30.

Oh.

Okay, well my little working girl,

I'll let you get back to it.

I wish I could.

Maybe dinner?

I don't think I'm gonna have time.

I still have to get to my meeting in New Brunswick.

Oh, okay.

Thank you so much for coming by.

I'm sorry, I wish lunch could've worked.

Helen, honey?

Yeah?

I think you're doing a great job.

Thank you, honey.

Let me know how your meeting goes?

I will.

What?

Come on, you can see

I just got midday sex all over your face.

You can?

Relax, there's nothing wrong

with adding a little spice to your sex life.

You sure?

Yes, I'm sure Michael enjoyed that.

Yeah, Michael, of course.

He does like to get a bit adventurous.

I see.

Whatever happened to that guy

you were supposed to have lunch with?

I never did it.

I'll be in my office if you need anything.

Is everything okay?

You haven't touched your food.

It's just that this morning was such a close call.

I don't know if I can keep doing this.

Doing what?

This, us.

Michael's a really good man.

What makes him a good man?

'Cause he works so hard?

Works so hard that he doesn't have time for you,

or to start a family?

Yeah, I understand what you're saying,

but he doesn't deserve this.

I mean, yeah we don't see much of each other,

and the sex certainly isn't--

Like I do it.

Okay, Mr. Modesty.

Look, all I'm saying is this.

Let's just enjoy this meal, and our time together,

and you can think about it.

I'll meet you back at the house later.

I don't know about that.

Why, is Michael gonna be home?

No, he has to work late.

Well, that makes a huge difference.

Well, don't get any bright ideas.

I'm still trying to quit you, mister.

You're not making it easy.

Okay.

I'll make it easier for you.

Oh, thank you so much, I appreciate it.

Thank you so much.

Yeah, here you go, take this as well.

-Thank you so much. -Thank you.

All right, I'll see you later.

Okay.

Hello?

So you're coming back now?

Oh, that's great.

Okay, honey.

Well, I'll see you when you get there.

I mean, here.

You know what I mean, I'm just, I'm tired, honey.

Okay, see you soon.

-I have to go. -Yeah, I know.

Maybe tomorrow?

Michael's always gone on the weekends.

I could make you some lunch.

Show you how I throw down?

I'm looking forward to it.

Hey, honey.

How was your trip?

Oh, it was fine, but I don't wanna think about that.

I'd rather delve into some other business.

Not right now, honey.

I had a really busy day, I'm exhausted.

Plus you have things to do tomorrow, right?

Yeah.

Okay, goodnight, honey.

Good morning.

You're up early.

Well, you're up late.

What's all this, Thanksgiving a few months early?

Ah, stop that.

It's not ready yet.

You want some breakfast?

Sure, that would be great.

So what time are you heading out?

Where?

Well, what time do you have to get ready?

Ready for what?

For work, for your meetings.

Well, I was thinking

we don't spend enough time together, so I rescheduled.

So you're not leaving town?

Nope, I'm staying home.

I'm gonna commit to this husband title,

spend some time with my wife.

Well, I appreciate that,

but are you sure that's gonna reflect well at work?

Yeah, yeah, it's fine.

They understood and were cooperative about it.

You know, you really should've told me first.

What do you mean?

You know, I thought you'd be happy.

I am, it's just I would've planned something for us today.

Why don't you pick it up?

I thought it'd be rude.

We're sitting down for breakfast.

What does he want to talk to you about?

I don't know, probably about rent or something.

Oh, okay.

We get to spend the day together.

That'll be great.

Yeah, I have a few things I wanna get done around here.

Mainly, the garage needs some spring cleaning.

Is that so?

Yeah, and a little alone time with you wouldn't hurt either.

That sounds great.

Yeah, well, why don't you finish up in here,

and I am gonna go grab the rent from Derrick.

Oh, no, no, that's okay.

I'll grab it from him later.

It's fine, I can handle it.

I will be right back.

So did you get the rent?

Sure did.

Cash, too.

That's good, then.

Yeah, he's a good guy.

I like him.

I invited him to come eat with us.

You invited him to dinner with us?

Yeah, is that a problem?

No, of course not.

Don't worry, honey.

You have me all weekend.

Just don't wanna be distant

to a person renting out our space, though.

Now, if you excuse me,

I wanna go shower, and really start my day.

Well, I never thought of it that way.

Yeah, well advertisers like to use hidden messages

in certain logos and symbols.

Take Wendy's for example, the word mom is on her collar.

Well, I always thought it was about the old guy, Dave.

No, no, not at all.

The hidden message is supposed to trigger a sensation

-like you're getting a home cooked meal. -Hmm.

Like your mom would make.

Right, well?

Speaking of good meals, wait till you taste my wife's cooking.

Wow, honey, you have outdone yourself.

You know, she's been slaving over the stove all morning.

Oh yeah?

Must be because she's so happy I'm home.

I'm a lucky guy.

Yes, you are.

Honey, can you pass the spinach?

Oh, it's not spinach, honey.

They're collard greens.

Huh, well, greens are greens.

Let's dig in.

Mm.

Not bad.

Got a little tang to 'em, but I like it.

Wow, these are good.

Thank you.

I got the recipe from the waitress.

Waitress?

What waitress?

The waitress in the cafe, honey, by the office?

Oh, okay.

Well, tell her I said thank you.

Wow, everything's delicious.

I wanna thank you guys for inviting me over.

I don't know the last time I had a good home cooked meal.

Oh, Derrick, it's no problem.

You're like family now,

except when you're late with the rent.

But, mi casa es su casa.

Just don't fool around with my wife.

Come on, I'm playing.

Besides, Derrick, you must be a ladies man, am I right?

I guess.

Yeah, you are.

You know, I was a bit of a playboy myself back in my day.

I was, then I met Helen, and left that life behind me.

Yeah, maybe one day I'll meet a good woman.

Actually, I may already have.

Oh, good for you. Right, honey?

Yeah, yeah it is.

Well, maybe we can double date sometime

if it gets serious.

Yeah, we'll see about that.

Well look, everything was delicious, wonderful.

Thank you guys for having me over.

I'mma head back home and finish up some things.

Thank you again.

Appreciate it.

Goodnight.

That's a good guy right there.

You know, straightedge, I like that.

Yeah, he is.

You know, the food was great.

Thank you, honey.

I'm gonna go get into the bedroom.

Ooh, daddy!

Yes, daddy, do it!

Right there, baby.

Stop it already!

What's going on, honey?

Nothing, I'm sorry, sweetie.

I think I was just having a nightmare.

Go back to sleep.

Sounds like Derrick has company.

Could be that lucky lady.

Yeah, I guess.

You wanna help me show him who's boss

in the orgasm department?

Not right now, sweetie.

I'm kinda shaken up from the nightmare.

I'm gonna try to get some sleep.

Okay, then.

Goodnight, sweetheart.

Oh, yes, oh, oh!

Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes!

Honey?

I know I said the whole weekend,

but I have to go into the office for a few

to prepare some proposals

for this power lunch meeting tomorrow.

It's fine, I understand.

Really?

Thanks, honey, hey.

When this is all over, it's gonna all be worth it, trust me.

Okay, have a good day.

Hey, hey.

Everything okay?

Oh, what the hell do you think you're doing?

Hey, hey, hey.

I'm not enough for you, huh?

You gotta go looking somewhere else?

Calm down!

What are you talking about?

You're exactly what I'm talking about!

I hate you!

Listen.

I hate you, because I love you.

I don't know how to handle that.

How do you expect me to feel the same way and you're married?

I don't know.

But I need you to love me right now.

Yes, right there!

Holy shit.

So you feel better?

Feel better?

This wasn't some Dr. Dick visit.

I don't even know if you used protection

with that chick last night.

You starting to sound a little bit jealous.

-Well, maybe I am. -Yeah?

What about me?

You don't think I'm jealous

that Michael has you to his self?

This isn't fair.

Look, you can't have me and Michael, and be comfortable.

I'm human too.

I was looking forward to yesterday.

I didn't think Michael was gonna stay the entire day.

Exactly.

I gotta play by your rules,

and see you when the time is right.

Yeah.

Look, I'm not the married one,

so I can see whoever I want.

Yeah, you're right.

Where you going?

I'm leaving.

Who are you mad at?

I don't even know anymore.

Helen.

Honey.

You're late, again.

You never gave me a time or confirmed.

Oh, we've been married for five years,

I think you can figure it out.

You're drunk, maybe you need--

I need to?

I don't need to do anything.

I'm the fucking CEO of the company that you work for,

so I think I know what I'm doing.

So you're just gonna throw that in my face?

Oh big man wants to talk now.

I'm sorry.

I know you're under a lot of pressure, but so am I.

Why are you never there for me when I need you?

I am, but you have to let me know.

You should know this already.

You should know me already.

I mean, who have you been married to the last five years?

Where is all this coming from?

All what coming from?

This sudden outburst.

Oh, you should already know.

I mean, we hardly ever spend time together

and when we do, it is just monotonous.

I'm not happy anymore.

What do you mean?

With...

us.

Why don't we have kids yet?

Why aren't we more into each other?

You know I wanna start a family,

but we're just too busy.

We have to establish ourselves.

Establish ourselves?

How can we establish ourselves

if we haven't even established ourselves?

Wait, what?

See?

You don't know me like you think you do.

You can sleep on the couch tonight.

But my issue isn't with the Walterstones,

it's just that I don't like being underhanded.

I know, honey.

You have your father's temper.

Thanks Mom, that's a nice way of putting it.

So, what's going on with you and Michael?

Not good.

He's leaving town for a couple days.

Well look, sometimes couples have problems,

and sometimes you need some space

to reflect on those problems.

Yeah, I understand that,

but what if that's not the point?

You think your father and I always got along?

He's the provider for the family.

He was a ruthless businessman,

and he was a cold-hearted person.

Cared about what he could get, what he could keep.

His affairs became his obsession,

and sometimes I got caught in the aftermath of it.

Mom, what are you saying?

I am saying that you're the spitting image

of your father, down to his stubborn ways,

and I don't want that to consume your judgment,

and I don't want Michael to get caught in the ripples of it.

What if I don't feel it anymore?

Honey, honey, you never stop loving someone,

feeling anything for them,

unless you never felt it to begin with.

Yeah, you're probably right.

Okay, Mom.

You know, I'll call you sometime during the week.

Hello.

Hey.

I was just thinking about you.

Yeah, what about?

I was thinking we should do something tomorrow.

Something like what, another plan that you'll

cancel out on me, and do with Michael?

He's out of town for the next few days.

Guess he had a business engagement.

Maybe, but I wanna spend some time with you.

See who you really are.

I don't even know about your dreams, your hopes, your goals.

So now you wanna know about me?

Yes, Derrick.

I feel completely different.

It's...

It's indescribable, really.

I mean, I haven't felt something like this in a long time.

I mean, you give me life.

Your sex gives me energy, and ugh,

there's a mystery about you that,

that just makes me wanna see what else is possible.

So what do you have in mind?

Oh, fuck!

Oh baby, yes.

Yes, yes, daddy, goddamn.

I can't take it anymore!

Yo, who the fuck is this bitch?

Get this slut out of here!

Helen, what the hell are you doing?

Relax, relax.

Helen, what the hell are you doing?

What am I doing?

I'm tired of hearing you with all these women,

then coming back to me.

Why are you even with me

if you're gonna fuck all these other women?

Helen, you're married.

Did you forget that?

What'd you think, you got me and Michael and I'd be loyal?

No, but I don't understand

why you have to do this in front of me.

Look, I pay rent here, I can do whatever I want.

I'm not married.

I can fuck whoever I want.

If you don't like it, go back to Michael.

Your husband.

What if I can change that?

Okay, fine.

Yeah, this is fine.

How long?

What do you mean?

How long has this been going on?

-I-- -I heard everything.

Michael, please.

I get it now.

It all makes sense.

So where's Michael?

Ms. Clarkson, Mr. Eidelman has given me

power of attorney over all necessary legal proceedings.

So, this is being filed under irreconcilable differences?

Helen, I wish it was that simple,

but with this clause and new revisions, I--

What are you talking about?

Well, the revisions you signed on and approved,

although I don't know why you did,

knowing the results of it all.

What new revisions?

Well, the 51% shares in the company are put in the clause

and forfeited to your husband

if there's proof of infidelity.

Wait, 51%?

I didn't sign off on this.

Well, it's your signature right there.

Oh, my God, that is my signature.

Look, you still have your inheritance.

Let's just see what can be salvaged.

Now Ms. Clarkson, if you just sign here

relinquishing your shares of the company,

and sign here,

that is for collecting on liquidation.

The liquidation?

Yes, according to Michael's wishes,

he wants no part of the company and wants to--

Wait, he said what?

He doesn't want the company, after he spent all that time

talking about helping me run it?

I'm just carrying out Mr. Eidelman's request.

As I was saying, he wants no part of the company,

and wants to sell his shares

and has agreed to give you 10% off the sale.

This is why he didn't wanna come here today.

Fucking coward!

Helen, please.

Yes, Ms. Clarkson.

Please, let's be civilized.

So try to hang on to whatever dignity you have, and let's proceed.

Okay.

Now Michael has also agreed to give you the house,

and the shares that you two bought together years ago,

so if you just sign here,

we can get those shares overturned to you immediately.

You still have your father's estates, and inheritance.

Yes, truth be told, I didn't really wanna run this company anyway.

Well then, it should be more of a relief for you.

Oh, and Mr. Eidelman also instructed me

to give you this letter.

A letter?

Yes, it's instructed that you read that personally.

Not...

here.

What is it gonna explode when I open it?

No, it's just Mr. Eidelman's request.

Dear Helen, being married to you

these past few years has taught me so much about myself.

I learned that I can be a successful businessman,

a perfect husband, and a great lover,

but that meant nothing to you.

Not even now.

You're a sweet girl, Helen,

but you're just like your father.

You can't be trusted.

I guess the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

Maybe in another life, we'll meet again,

but until then, take care of yourself.

Love, Michael.

Hi, I'm here to see Derrick Johnson?

-Sure, can I have some ID? -Yeah.

Good afternoon, how may I assist you?

Looking for Derrick Johnson.

Actually, he's expecting me.

Security, I need assistance.

Why the hell haven't you returned...

I'm sorry, I'm looking for Derrick's office.

I am Derrick, this is my office.

No, I'm looking for Derrick Johnson?

Well, yeah, you found him, that's me. That's my name.

Hi, I'm Derrick Johnson.

Hi.

Ha, that's all my information except that cellphone.

Hm, that's very weird.

It's not mine.

No, something tells me you're the actual Derrick.

What the hell is going on?

We're sorry, you've reached a number

that has been disconnected or is no longer in...

Well, well, well.

If it isn't the star of the show.

See it didn't take you too long

to wrap things up with wifey.

Ex-wife now.

Shit, took two long years, but we finally did it, brother.

Playing a little close, that's the thing.

You need to check in with Stacey.

You know, she thinks you guys are fucking at lunch.

You always tell me what the fuck to do.

Stop telling me what the fuck to do.

Yeah, well?

Wait till you taste my wife's cooking.

Everything went according to plan, as expected.

I knew Helen wasn't capable of earning her father's company.

She fell for everything I came up with.

What's your full name?

I'm Derrick Johnson.

And?

And I'm an advisory,

mechanical--

Advisory marketing analytical specialist.

So, tell me a little about yourself.

I'm an advisory marketing analytical specialist.

How you gonna get her to sign all this prenup shit you talking about, anyway?

Just leave that up to me.

Look, I've been your secretary for five years

and if I don't know when something is wrong,

then I'm not doing my job.

I'm the one who got the office lobby,

because I knew no one's ever there.

And you didn't even know she wore a size seven.

But how did you know my size?

I know a size seven when I see one.

Hold on, hold on, hold on,

you're not gonna get the credit for everything.

Them prostitutes I called?

That's what sealed the deal.

That was a nice finishing touch.

So what you want me to do to you, baby?

Nothing, nothing.

What I want you to do is scream as loud as you can,

like I'm fucking the shit outta you.

Wait, seriously?

Yeah, seriously.

-Oh fuck me, fuck me. -Yeah, louder.

-Fuck me, ah! -There you go.

I knew that bitch'd get jealous when she thought I was fucking them hoes.

Yeah, it's showtime.

Think about how Dad put his heart and soul

into that company, our company.

We can't let him down.

Well, the plan almost didn't work

when you tried to kill us.

Nigga!

Oh, that the proper way to greet your brother?

What the fuck is up?

Man, yeah what's up?

Keep knocking like that, man, what's up bro?

Come in.

Who the fuck is this?

- She's not for you. - All right.

You want me to pose as a rich businessman,

and fuck your wife?

Yeah.

Honey.

Hello?

Oh honey, hi. How are you holding up?

I'm good.

Mom?

What happened between Dad and Lloyd Thompson?

Losing yourself in your career can bring out the ugly in a person.

I should know, a colleague, Lloyd Thompson

was gunning for the same position I wanted.

Despite the fact that he had five kids, I wanted the power.

Did what I had to do.

It's been such a long time

since I've heard that name, I can't say that I, um,

remember.

Ah man, I just wish he was still here to see us.

Our father, Lloyd Thompson.

May his family legacy live on forever.

Yeah, you know, Dad always considered you his son,

even though you were adopted,

and things were rough around the edges

in the beginning, he loved you.

So do I, man.

Love you too, man.

Y'all go get a room.

When this is all over,

it's gonna all be worth it, trust me.