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I want you to get on the

Guys, happy new year.

Seriously, Nick.

What was I thinking?

Hey, guys.

Happy new year. I'll see you in there. See you. Yeah.

What were you thinking?

What?

What? You just said, what was I thinking?

Oh, um, yeah.

You know, guy stuff.

Wow, it's New Year's.

There's a lot of pressure.

What happens? You get stood up?

Yeah, something like that.

I mean, it can't be that complicated, right?

To find that one person who, like, completes you.

Isn't that a line from a movie?

Yeah, one of the greatest.

I mean, when Rene rose up and joined him, it was just... Wow.

You know what?

That's what I'm going to do. I am going to rise up, and I'm going to ring in

this new year.

Hey, do you want to come with me?

My interview date totally just found another hookup to ring all this in with,

so... Are you serious?

Okay, that's it. We're definitely doing that thing.

I'm Nick, by the way. Tara.

Nice to meet you.

Oh, I'm good. I'll wait until the countdown. I will take them.

Yeah, right?

I would like that.

Well, I am Lauren, your hostess with the mostest.

Hey, Lauren, are you okay? You usually take it easy at your own parties. Yeah,

well, your boyfriend didn't just change the plans on you, which could reason to

take what I want into account.

So there's that.

Whoa, whoa. Do you want to sit down?

I think I need to sit down. Yeah.

Hold on, you're Sydney, that track star.

That's me.

I made pecoras, they're inside. She made pecoras. You see, now that's a proper

gift. Thank you.

Hey, are you okay?

Yeah, I'm fine.

My boyfriend got me.

I'm number four.

Enjoy that club because Nick here just got stood up. Lauren just had the

goalposts changed.

Maybe we should just call ourselves the Broken Heart Club.

Well, okay, maybe we are right now, but the one we're meant to be with has got

to be out there somewhere, right? We just have to be the smart, strong women

that we are and start making good choices.

Like, no more into you. You're not going to find your soulmate on there. I'd

have to agree with that.

I wasn't looking, but done and done.

I guess that means I'm dumping Peter.

No, we're you two love each other.

If that's true, then I'd give him another chance and talk it out.

Yeah, but remind him of what you want.

Definitely.

And then maybe I should talk to Byron and give him another shot. No. No, no,

Sorry. Four dimes is not a charm.

No.

Ladies, look at us.

We're solving each other's romantic crises right now.

So we are not a broken heart club.

We're the love club.

I like it.

And I really wasn't having any fun until now.

Okay.

Let's think about it.

To always have each other's backs on the hearts of men.

Yeah. To the love club.

I think your mom's going to know that this cranberry sauce is from a can.

You know what? It's fine.

Fine. I'll just dress it up by putting it in a fancy bowl.

Oh, speaking of which, I can't wait to show you these new lampshades I

They're whimsical with this soft, dim lighting.

Dim lampshades?

I don't see the point.

Well, it's supposed to be ambient lighting, like romantic ambient.

Oh, my parents are going to be here any minute for the game. We've got to get

that bird in the oven.

Here we go.

All right.

Okay, I will hold it open, and you get out whatever's in there.

Doesn't it come clean?

Just check.

Okay. I really wish we could just order pizza. You know, I'm sure they have some

sort of Thanksgiving spit... Uh...

What is this?

What do you think?

Cool advert.

Will you marry me?

Oh, that's them.

My parents are going to be so thrilled.

So, what do you say?

Yeah, of course.

I knew it.

Wow, best Thanksgiving ever.

I think the potatoes were just there for the gravy.

And your mom knew that the cranberry sauce was from a can.

Why else would she have given me a recipe?

The ring is in the gravy.

Warren, the ring is too big.

Warren.

Huh? The ring.

I keep slipping off.

Hey, we'll get it sized when I get back from the conference.

Speaking of, there might be some buyers that are interested in your company.

And I told you, Everett Interiors is my baby, and it's finally getting

recognized. Yeah, and that's why you need to strike when the iron's getting

We can discuss it.

My future spouse.

How's that for being romantic, huh?

Look, I should go.

I'll text you tomorrow when I land, okay?

Okay. I love you.

Love you.

Hi, lady.

It's been a while.

I actually don't know how long.

Life gets busy.

It doesn't change that I miss you.

And not just because I need your help, which I do, because I'm a bit of a

romantic mess.

And there's no one else I'd rather turn to than my fabulous friends of the love

club.

So here's the link.

You know what to do.

Hugs and kisses.

Now, you see it as just a powder room, but I see it as something that could be

statement piece.

You know, with textured wallpaper, maybe even a chandelier.

Okay, great.

I'll bring the samples by later today.

Sounds good. See you then.

Okay.

Hi! You showed!

Where's Tara? Do you get a hold of her?

Oh, sorry, ladies. It's a bit of a late night.

Oh, there she is.

Laura, those cupcakes look delicious. From scratch?

Of course it is.

Unless I want the class parents all up in my face.

So, Nick, what's the 911?

Uh, well, I'm engaged, so yay!

I'm sorry, is that a good thing?

Uh, I don't know, which is why I need your help.

Because Warren is a really great guy, but... I'm getting that feeling again,

one I get before I end things. And I can't keep bailing on my relationship.

True, because I've actually lost track of them. Tara!

And it's not like there's anything really wrong. It's just I haven't been

Like with Warren, if they're the one.

So, will you guys help me?

Hey, I could use a mommy break.

And we did take a vow.

Are we saying what I think we're saying?

Love club, here we come.

Yes.

You guys are the best.

I'll see you soon, okay?

Let me know when you're on your way.

This woman offered to pick me up, and I didn't realize we were driving the Indy.

We made it here in less than three hours. Yeah, you're welcome.

Kids carpooling, so I drive on the track every time.

Oh, and that's who it is, our track setter. Hey.

Hi.

Oh.

Okay. What can I get everyone?

Wine. Excellent.

Come on in.

Naturally.

So. Here I am with my hand shoved up the butt of this turkey.

And what do I pull out?

A ring box.

Seriously? Yeah, not exactly the romantic proposal I was hoping. No, you

to be like all of those rom -coms you watch. Exactly.

Peter didn't have an actual ring when he proposed, but it is still way more

romantic than going up a turkey.

Hey, what about you, Sid?

Because I'm a little worried that you still haven't given up that mug.

Well, don't be, because I have not been in contact with Byron.

I can't give this up.

No, this is from the New Year's, so we cheers to all this.

Cheers.

Well, I'm happy to report that I'm still single.

Not that you should be, Nick. Well, and I love Warren.

I have no reason not to. You know, he's kind, he's attentive.

It's just, this always happens.

Do you know why?

Um... It's... It's because I'm thinking about someone else.

What? What? Girl.

Oh, wow.

Okay.

So... That last year of college, I think my English lip... Probably trying to

revive the written word or something because we all got partnered up with a

secret pen pal from this other school that she partnered with.

And these are the letters that I got from mine.

I mean, they're amazing. His words and his stories. Oh, okay. Listen to this.

People always think they know who you are, but only I know in my heart and you

know in yours what we are.

Okay. And what about this?

I've got to believe there's something great waiting for us.

Something to make us feel complete.

Wow, deep stuff.

Right? I mean, nothing has ever made me feel the way that these letters do.

So in my final letter of the assignment, I asked him to meet me that New Year's.

Oh. I just, I had to meet the guy that I really felt could be the one, you know?

But then when he didn't show up, I just took that as a sign that I should move

on.

Except, um, I can't. Well,

have you tried tracking him down?

I would, but for security reasons, we were only ever allowed to use our

initials. Other than the initial J, I have nothing to go on.

And my professor was no help.

Look, I know that this sounds crazy, okay? I know, but... Guys, I'm just

scared of ending up like my parents.

You know, just stuck in a marriage with...

No true love and no romance and no connection.

I mean, I want those things. I want true love. I want a real connection. I

want... I just want my happily ever after.

Then we'll find it for you.

What?

Okay, here we go.

Perry Dean University.

That's the school your pop partnered with, right? Yeah.

Okay.

And here's the class list.

How the hell did you do that? Well, let's see. I'm a part of the Parents

Association, and I volunteer at the Earth College, and I sit on the

Advisory Committee for my writing. So, yeah, I run on fumes.

Hey, there's two names here that start with the letter J. Jill Cohen and Josh

Nolan.

Well, that's got to be him then, right? Josh?

Josh Nolan.

Nick Nolan.

Totally has a ring to it. Right? Okay, before you two start planning the

wedding, let's confirm his status.

And... It's single.

He's adorable.

I could wrap him up like a burrito.

Hey, it says he's manager at Kenworthy Inn.

Kenworthy Inn.

Let's see. He has dimples.

Hey, that's only a few hours drive.

So I could be there tonight?

Whoa.

You're not just show up like, hey, I've been thinking about you for 10 years.

It's not that crazy.

Wait, look at what it says on their website.

Please be patient while we remodel to offer you a better experience.

That's it.

That's my in.

Yeah, we're just waiting on the contractors.

Mm -hmm.

Yeah, that's it, Becky.

Okay. Okay, great. Well, we'll see you then.

Okay. Bye.

Okay, so the designer that was hired for the remodel has just been put off for a

week, so now we can step in.

We? Well, yeah, I was kind of hoping maybe you guys, you know, come with me

moral support. Plus, it would be so much fun. I mean, it would be like going on

a grad trip all over again. Oh.

Well, you know, the class parents do go bananas this time of year, so I'm good

to bail out.

And I could totally review the in for my block, so.

That's a yes, Tara.

I don't think I have a choice. I'll take it.

The ladies are back in action.

Aww.

Yeah.

So, what happens when this Josh finds out you're not the designer hired for

inn? Uh, we will cross that bridge when we get to it.

Look at this place.

It's straight out of a holiday classic.

Oh, I can feel my happily ever after already.

You think this is a good idea?

I'll just get it over with. Okay.

Oh, wow.

Thank you. Thank you.

Wow.

Hi. Hi.

Hi. Hey.

I'm... I'm Nick Everett, and I'm here with Everett at Refined by Design, and

this is my design team. We're just checking in.

Yeah, we are very excited to transform this house.

It's really not a hovel.

Do you know when I'd be able to meet with the manager, Josh Nolan? He's

left for the night, but he's looking forward to meeting you in the morning.

In the meantime, here are your keys.

Your rooms are in the Clarington wing. Perfect.

Honestly,

I love the blue chairs. Yeah, they were so pretty.

Oh man, these chairs are no joke. No joke.

Oh my gosh.

It's so cute up here.

It's perfect.

Oh, I think maybe the doilies.

Well, yeah. I mean, it could use a little bit of work.

You know what? I'm so down for the designer cover.

Oh, you are so not.

Because that lying thing that you do with the accent.

You know what? Bye.

See you, Labby.

All right.

I'll see you two tomorrow. Okay.

Stay tight.

You all good?

Yeah. Yeah, all good.

kids all finished her hike we're gonna go meet her you want to join uh actually

the front desk just called and josh is coming up to meet me so okay so do you

want to stay as your design team we can help you okay no no no she's good she's

good okay fine let's go i'll see you later

Still getting tea at Grandma and Five's? Is it the doilies?

Oh, my gosh, it's you.

You being? Sorry, who are you?

Josh. Josh Nolan, the end manager.

And you are from Refined by Design.

Yeah, I'm Nick.

Nick Everett.

I'm the designer that you hired. Or the owners hired.

Whoever hired to spruce this place up.

Well, it's a pleasure, Nick.

I'd love to give you a tour, show you what needs to get done.

Maybe see what else you think maybe needs some work around here, seeing as

area was not on my radar. Oh, no, no, no. I mean, it's really not that bad. I

love the cardinal lamp.

Just thinking maybe a little less crochet.

Unless your grandmother made it, in which case, it's beautiful.

She did not, so happy to change it up.

Shall we?

We shall.

Good.

Oh.

Oh, wow.

So this is an event space?

Yeah. Well, it's supposed to be. Right now it could be anything, really.

Games room or maybe a common room.

Yeah. Not like in a university dorm.

Oh, no. I mean, it would be way more sophisticated than that. Right. Though I

did love the one at my old dorm at UTLC.

TLC, huh?

That was at the neighboring campus, Paradine.

Oh, wow.

Really? Yeah. Huh.

Yeah, I mean, university.

Crazy times, huh?

Yeah. Not sure how I survived it. Not sure I'd want to do it again.

I mean, who would, really?

Though there were some classes and professors that were pretty memorable.

I had this one professor, Miss Delaney.

Her class was amazing.

All of her assignments were always so creative.

Yeah.

Do you have any classes or assignments, professors, you remember?

To be honest, I haven't thought about university in a long time.

I found it a bit challenging.

Yeah, I got that.

The whole game room vibe that you're thinking of in here.

Right. Let's put a pin in this room and keep going with the tour.

Great. Okay.

Okay.

So... This is the lounge. We can grab a coffee or a light bite.

Oh, I see you've got pizza.

So I might be here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

I'll give you a picture of the choir, because I am totally that guy who would

like, how come you didn't bring more cheese pizza?

How long?

It's a classic, right?

It is. Second only to Pretty Woman, but that is because I am partial to rom

-coms. But still, one of the best.

Fair.

Oh. Uh.

Ah.

Duty calls. But I know we have more to cover, so we can pick this up later.

Say, around dinner?

Okay. Great. Because we actually have the best takeout pizza right here in

And admittedly, it's not that one.

That sounds great. Perfect.

I'll order the pizza and we can continue the tour around eight?

Perfect. Great.

I'll see you then. Okay.

Okay, baby, send you big kisses.

Yes, yes, and daddy too.

Say bye to your aunties.

Bye.

Bye, baby.

That was an afterthought.

Hey, would you guys see us doing some yoga at the inn after?

I want to get some action shots for my blog.

Yeah, I still don't get how you started doing the whole blog thing.

After I blew out my ankle, I couldn't compete anymore, so I got bored and

started exploring the city.

And that's how Bryden's bucket list was born.

I just met Josh, and he's amazing.

He gave me a tour, and we're going to go have dinner tonight. I mean, it's just

for work, but still. Okay, you told him about the whole pen pal thing.

Uh, no, not yet. But I am laying the groundwork. I just want to make sure

actually him.

But I am definitely getting those vibes.

So I'm going to head in and get some design ideas together.

Are you guys good?

Yeah, as long as this one doesn't make me do any yoga.

Okay,

bye, Dad.

See you.

It's a good idea to just hold out because you never know. This Josh guy

could be the one. Well, let's hope. Because the fall from the cloud she's on

would really hurt.

So, what do you want to drink?

Wine.

What do you think of wine?

Yep. Three glasses of wine.

You said lots of it.

Hey, usual?

Just an espresso tonight.

I've got a meeting.

That must be the peeps.

Nope.

It's a ski lodge on the west coast.

They want an answer by the end of the week.

You know, I skied those hills.

It's pretty sweet out there.

Yeah, so is the job offer, but I don't know.

I'm just not sure it's what I want right now.

Sounds to me like you need a sign.

Whatever that is.

Hey.

Hey, ready to go?

Yeah. Great.

See you later. See ya.

There it is.

Ah, thank you, sir.

Have a good one.

Thanks.

I brought some wine. Oh, good thinking.

You know, usually they don't deliver, but I've got the in with my buddy Luigi.

Oh, well, I get it. Me and my pizza delivery guy are tight.

So, where do you want to eat?

Well, I was thinking outside.

That way you get a bit of the outdoor feel.

Sounds good.

Great. Is it just you here, or do you have some help? You know, an assistant

girlfriend, partner?

No, just me checking in at the inn.

How do you like it so far?

Oh, it's great.

I'm really glad I made the trip up, which, of course, I had to because I'm

designer, but still.

Speaking of, is there a vision you have for the inn once I'm done?

Oh, well, I mean, it's not really my vision that counts.

It's the owner's.

See, they kind of want to fix up the place so they can sell.

Sell? Really?

Yeah. I know. I don't really get it either.

I mean, if this place were my own, I'd never give it up.

I feel like that about my company. I mean, I've just worked so hard.

I can't imagine just selling it off to someone.

Not when it feels like home.

All right, are you ready to try some of the best pizza you will ever have?

Ta -da.

Oh.

Oh.

Oh. How low would you do?

I'm seriously having a relationship with this pizza.

Eat, pray, love.

Okay, now I'm impressed.

I'm a bit of a movie buff.

What's your favorite rom -com?

Oh, hands down, Jerry Maguire. Oh, I love Jerry Maguire.

Right? It's the kind of movie a dude could watch, but with the whole love

and I mean, one of the greatest endings of all time. Because really, who doesn't

love a happy ending? Oh, not me.

Speaking of endings, what happened if this place fell?

Did you stay on, or...?

I'm trying to figure that out.

I guess that's one of the things I wouldn't mind going back to university

That feeling of having all this time to figure your life out.

Just knowing there's got to be something great out there.

Something that makes you feel complete?

Yeah.

You know what I'm wondering?

What the hell Luigi puts in this pizza?

Mystic pizza.

Thank you for giving me a feel for this place.

I think it's really important when designer and clients can connect.

Now I think this is going to work out.

I'll get glasses.

I brought the classy ones.

Very classy.

Food's not bad.

Men, you could use a bit of a shake -up.

Oh, my gosh.

Guys.

That was so romantic.

Okay, okay.

So, we had the best pizza by the fire underneath the stars. And he

even quoted one of the lines from his letters about how there's something

waiting out there for us.

You really quoted that?

Well, no. But it's what he meant.

It's what he meant. I mean, we're just so insane.

So what happens now?

Well, tomorrow I think I'm going to tell him that he's my pen pal.

I mean, guys, I just know it in my heart. It's him.

So this sign you mentioned last night, what kind of things could it be?

Anything, really.

Your car breaking down in a place you never thought you'd visit?

Or a rainbow when you're feeling low?

What about, like, I don't know, meeting a woman?

Sure. Why?

Did you get a sign last night?

I don't know yet.

Huh? Could be. Could be?

Could be.

Little blonde sign?

Is that a tall blonde sign?

Could be. Put these away. Okay.

Hey.

Hey. Hey.

Do you know where Sid and Laura are? Yeah, they went to find us an activity

can use for her blog. Oh.

Okay. Then, it is up to you.

Should I take these letters to show Josh, or does it make it seem like the

reason I came here was to meet him? Well, it was. Yeah, I know, but he

need to know that right away.

Except he'll know when he finds out you're not the designer he hired.

Well, yeah, but I can tell him that once... Once you're so blinded by love,

won't matter.

You think this is really crazy, don't you?

No, I think whoever you end up with, happily ever after, is not guaranteed.

Yeah, but it could help my odds.

I leave the letters here.

Hey, Nick.

Yeah?

Good luck.

Oh,

cool. They have pottery classes. here.

What do you think? Should we sign up?

Lauren.

Lauren. Hmm?

Podrick, do you want to? Yeah, okay. Come on. No, what are you? No, we didn't

sign up for the podrick class. Let's find out a little bit more about Josh.

What? What are you doing?

Look around.

Oh, he's a kid's coat.

Which probably means he's a control freak.

I've seen it. Little Lee can get ugly.

Based on what Nick said about it. Nick wants to live like the movie she quotes

from.

Let's do our own reconnaissance.

Oh, one thing is leaving.

What are you doing? What?

Can't you see that we were in here? Can I help you?

I, uh... No, Josh was saying that there were samples in here for us, so... Of

paint. And they're all good thoughts because we are the designers.

Extraordinaire.

Sorry, I'm late. I had a wine inventory.

Oh, that's okay.

I hope you are all stocked up for me and my girlfriend.

Sorry,

design team.

Right, yeah, of course.

Oh, you know what? That actually reminds me. We have this wing that's in a bit

of a transition phase. I was wondering if you might be able to work some of

magic. Oh, yeah, I'd be happy to.

But before we get into that, I actually had something I wanted to talk to you

about. Yeah, sure.

Okay.

Okay. So, coming here, I never thought that something like this would be

possible, that I could ever meet you.

But then yesterday, when we were talking, you said something from one of

letters, and then I realized that it had to be you. I mean, it has to be you.

That you're my university pen pal, Jay.

I'm so sorry. Am I wrong?

If I'm wrong, this is so embarrassing. Please just forget I said anything.

No, you're not wrong.

I've wanted to meet you for so long.

I mean, the way that your words in those letters made me feel.

It's kind of the way I've been feeling since I got here.

I know what you mean.

I never forgot your letters.

I mean, when you wrote about planning a renewal of your parents' wedding vows

and the disappointment you felt when they fought at the altar,

I really felt your pain.

I loved your first story about the Cardinal.

About how the female died, but every spring the male called out for her.

I mean, it was so sad, but his devotion was so beautiful.

Yeah, it was.

In fact, you know, I've seen a male cardinal around the end.

Kind of like his wingman, hoping he finds his mate.

This is amazing.

Yeah.

It kind of feels like, I don't know, like a sign.

Yeah.

It does.

Do you want to get out of here and play a little hooky?

Absolutely. Yeah?

Yeah. Okay. Yes.

Why? You said the whole extraordinaire thing. Because you started it. Oh,

please.

Whoa.

What are you doing? I'm studying the letters Nick and Josh make the change,

there's something not right here. What?

Look. See this?

This first letter she got had slightly different handwriting than the rest of

them.

They all just look messy to me.

Yeah, like, you know, a void.

Guys, I'm an expert at forgery, and I'm telling you, these are not the same.

Okay.

Okay, slow down, speedy.

Oh, my gosh, this is so much fun. I haven't been on a bike in forever.

You were a trooper after veering up into those bushes.

Thank you.

Oh, you've got, uh... Yeah, you can wear it like a

badge of honor for staying in the city.

Thank you.

I will.

Hey, um, can I ask you something?

Sure.

How come you didn't come to meet me at that New Year's party when I asked you

in the last letter?

I didn't get the last letter until after the Christmas break.

Oh. I went home early for the holidays.

I mean, if I'd gotten it, I definitely would have been there.

It's okay. I'm just glad I know what happened.

And who knows? Maybe we were meant to meet like this.

Now.

I agree.

Duty's always calling.

Yeah, okay.

Josh Nolan.

Josh, this is Becky Addison from Refined by Design.

I understand the job's been pushed a week, but we still haven't received our

retainer. Sorry, who is this?

Becky from Refined by Design.

The design company the inn hired.

Really? And you said that we pushed the job?

Yeah. Okay, we will have that retainer transferred to you by the end of the

Thank you so much.

Have a great day.

Thanks.

Is everything okay?

Yeah.

Yeah, but I should probably get back to work. Oh, yeah, no, of course.

Hey, listen, maybe if you're free later, we could go get some of that hot

chocolate you've been raving about.

Sure, yeah, sure.

8 o 'clock.

Yeah, that sounds great.

Okay.

Okay, ready? No. Come, take that. Guys!

Guys! What?

I was right.

Josh is the one.

I have to call Warren. I have to end the engagement. Whoa, whoa, whoa. Don't you

think it's a bit premature?

I mean, we have a few more days left here, so why don't you just take your

Well, that's part of the point. I mean, this is so incredibly unfair to Warren.

I mean, think about it. The sooner I break up with him, the sooner he has an

opportunity to find someone who makes him as giddy as Josh makes me.

Nick, don't.

Every... Warren Eisner. I can't take your call, but if you leave me a

I'll get right back to you.

Hey, Warren.

It's me, Nick.

Listen, if you want to give me a call if you have a break from some of your

meetings, that would be great.

Okay?

Okay. Bye.

Look, I know you're on a high right now, but there's something you need to see.

See this first letter you got?

The handwriting is slightly different than the rest of them.

I don't see it.

Neither did I.

Well, I do. These don't match up.

There.

I so appreciate that you're looking out for me.

I really, really do.

But Josh is the one.

I believe he's the one.

Thanks, Sid.

And what if he's not?

Then you're letting go of a guy that you yourself said was so great.

Maybe just take a breath.

Laura, for the first time in ten years, I feel like I'm breathing.

I've got to go get ready.

Thanks for not backing me up.

She is obviously head over heels for him.

So does it really matter that the writing doesn't match?

Maybe it doesn't.

Well, I think it does.

Oh, you gotta come back in the summer when there's kayaking. I mean, that's

time. Wow, okay.

This hot chocolate really is the best.

You have the best of everything here.

Best pizza, best hot chocolate, best everything.

We got it all going.

Hey, listen.

Sorry. No, no, sorry. You go first.

I just, I just wanted to say that your letters, they

really got me through some pretty bumpy times.

And I just always appreciated that you encouraged me to follow my heart.

Those letters, they showed me that you, that you're special.

Are you kidding me?

I mean, this, all of this, meeting you, that's what's special.

I mean, the way we've connected, I kind of feel like it happened for a reason.

Yeah, I agree.

Good. Because, look, there's something I remember me telling you about the

letter. Oh, wow.

You all right?

Wow.

Should we get you cleaned up? I'm going to need to do that. Yeah, let's go.

Okay.

How long have I been trying to decide to stay or take that job at the ski lodge?

Weeks, right?

And then suddenly this woman shows up, and we're so alike, it's ridiculous.

I mean, we both love pizza. We both quote from movies.

We practically finish each other's sentences.

And so, really, I shouldn't overthink it if not all the pieces fit together,

right? Well, that depends.

What pieces are we talking about here?

She's not really the designer we hired.

But that just means that she did what she had to do to get to know me. So, I

mean, who am I to call her on it?

Hmm.

Any other pieces?

Well, you see, I didn't really, like, in a literal sense,

write these letters she thinks I did.

Because this guy just can't write.

But hey, she's not being totally honest either, and I don't care.

Because the point is that she came here looking for something, and she found it,

and so did I.

So it shouldn't be a big deal when I tell her I'm not the guy who penned the

letters.

You didn't?

Nick, um... Is that true?

You didn't write the letters?

Well, no, I mean, I did. It's just, it's complicated.

Oh, my God.

Wait, Nick, wait.

Hey, come on. I was going to tell you.

Hey, come on. I was going to tell you. What? That you lied? No, I didn't. Not

completely, okay? I did get the assignment, and you or your initial was

to me. I just didn't do the actual writing. I mean, I tried. I did the

one, but it just... It took forever, okay? Because... Because I'm a lofty

writer, and so I just passed the rest off for someone else to do. But that

doesn't matter, because I am your pen pal.

No, you're not.

You're not the real designer.

And so I guess we're both guilty of fudging the truth, but if I don't... No,

know what? It's not the same. How?

Because I have... I haven't been your designer for ten years!

Nick!

Who cares if it wasn't my handwriting? I'm still your pen pal!

So, uh... What are you gonna do now?

I don't know.

But I need to figure out a way to fix it before she leaves.

Well, just a thought.

If she's stuck in the guy who actually penned the letters, maybe find him.

Hope he's not the one.

Roy, you're a genius.

Guys, I'm such a fool.

No, you are not. I tried to tell her. Hey, Nick, you just followed your heart.

Which was completely wrong.

Was it?

You almost called off your engagement.

Yeah.

Maybe I should just marry Warren.

Except the letters did lead you to something special.

It's just not what you expected.

Personally, I think that you tried and now you walk away.

Because how could you trust him?

Well, she should still hear him out.

Well, we don't want her to get hurt like Byron hurt you.

That's not fair.

Okay. You know what? Sid is right.

Listen, ten years ago, when you all told me to give Peter and her the chance, I

did. And now we're married.

But you still don't have your art gallery.

Okay, no. No, I don't. But I am still collecting art.

Mm -hmm.

I know. Listen, I know this has nothing much to do with you because you are

happily single, headlining on a cruise ship.

Singing for, who was it the other day you voted for? Oh, it was just the

of a reality star. Oh, just the cousin of a reality star.

Very cool.

No, you know what's cool?

The fact that all three of you are here with me.

Of course we would be.

Sorry.

It's Warren.

Well, pick it up.

Maybe I'll have your answer.

Okay.

Hey, Warren.

Hey there, my future spouse.

So, how's the job going at that inn?

Yeah, it's going great.

Good. So, when do you get back?

I got a few offers I want to run by you.

Yeah, it's probably going to be a couple more days or so.

Hey, random question.

What do you think about birds?

I was thinking about putting some feeders out and encouraging them to nest

porch.

You know what a mess that would make?

We'd have bird crap all over the place.

Right. Hey.

Look, I've got to go hit a seminar, but I'll see you when we both get back.

I love you.

Yeah, bye.

Maybe I should hear Josh out.

Okay, that's great.

Really great.

Thanks. I'll do my best to get her there today.

Nick,

I was so happy you wanted to meet because I have something to tell you. I

figured I should at least hear you out, so why don't we sit down?

Great.

Have a seat.

Josh, these are my friends. You mean Zantian, no?

No, he knows. We're not doing that anymore. Oh, good.

This is Tara, Zinni, and Lauren.

I figured they should be here in case I miss anything.

Yeah, of course.

So is Bill.

Okay.

Well, as you know, I did get that assignment. But you see, back then, I

still struggling with dyslexia. Oh.

And so, naturally, English was my worst subject, of course. So why'd you take

it?

Just to challenge myself, I mean.

Which kind of just backfired because I would just ask whoever was willing to do

the work to write it, and that's what I'd do with a pen pal assignment.

And your profs never figured this out?

I just told whoever was doing the work to write it sloppy, and I guess to them

sloppy was sloppy.

That's what I said.

Boys.

So who wrote the letters? Do you still know them?

Uh...

Not really.

He was just this guy in final year.

Well, I guess we don't really have anything else to discuss.

Wait, wait, wait. I don't know him, but I found him.

He's in a town not far from here, and I got a hold of him, and if you want to

meet him today, you can.

You do want to meet him, right?

I guess so.

Nick, maybe it's time you call it a day.

Please.

I really want to fix this.

And really, I mean, what do you have to lose?

He's right.

What's his name?

Darian.

Darian Spedding.

Okay.

I'll meet him.

Okay. Great.

Okay, we will...

Leave in an hour.

Just so you know, I'm watching you.

You can't con a con.

Darian's bedding.

Nick's bedding.

Nicole's bedding.

Yeah, I'll stick with Everett.

All right, that's it. You got it.

You got it. There's the brake.

Now just go straight, all right?

All right. You got it.

Don't get fancy.

What happens if he needs to turn?

He'll figure it out, I think.

Ready to go?

Yeah.

What is this place?

It's a wellness spa.

It's where Darian works.

Come on.

Thank you.

Apparently, he's having a steam.

Oh. Okay.

Oh, uh, there he is.

Darian!

Doc? Yeah.

Yeah. It's me.

Wow, it's been ten years.

That's right.

That's right.

Darian, I'd like you to meet Nick, the one you penned all those letters to.

Oh.

Namaste. Oh, namaste.

Darian, Nick has been wanting to meet you for a long time.

Oh, well, it seems the karmic wheel has been in our favor.

Yes. Yes, it has.

Perhaps you'd like to have dinner tonight.

Oh, um... Sure, sure, yeah. I could make you two a reservation at Luigi's.

Actually, I'm on a low FODMAP diet. Right, in that case, maybe my friend Sid

could help us come up with a menu at the inn?

Perfect, yeah, I can reserve you two a table. Say, six o 'clock?

Sure.

I'm looking forward to it.

Myself as well.

I don't even know what that is. Right. So low FODMAP is basically just no gas

soothe. Oh. Wait, so no gas and nobody here?

Smooth as a dolphin.

No. Or like a mannequin. Yeah, I mean, he did seem a little bit stiff.

And, you know, he's attractive.

And he did seem pretty chill. So can't be love at first sight with everyone.

Like you and Josh?

No. That was not real.

But that's okay. I've got my eyes wide open now.

Well, you know what rhymes with Fodlan.

Aphrodisia.

Perfect. Okay, so I will get the kitchen to order oysters.

Hey, what's so funny?

Oh, um, yeah, nothing.

Um, well, uh, delivery arrived in your name?

Oh, right. Um, that's probably everything I ordered to decorate the

needs some work.

Um, are you guys...

Good? Yeah, we're good.

So you know she's not the actual hired designer, right?

Who knows? Who knows?

Okay.

Wow.

There is a lot of stuff here.

Yeah, well, I have a vision.

Right.

Thank you.

So,

uh, what's the vision?

Uh, well, I want to turn this into the honeymoon wing. Not just a place for

newlyweds, but for anyone who wants to have a nice romantic getaway.

Okay. Well, look,

I know you have dinner plans, so why don't I help you get set up? You don't

to do that.

I'll be just fine.

I know.

What's the plan with this stuff? This is for the honeymoon welcome basket. So

I've got a charcuterie board for two, some champagne glasses,

truffle, and, of course, bubbles.

And the s'mores kit?

Yeah, that's for by the bonfire.

Actually, you know what? I've got an idea for it.

Now that is some mood lighting.

Exactly.

Perfect for...

S'mores in bed.

Yep. I don't think so.

Really? Really.

Okay. Yeah, now this feels more like a cozy escape.

Truffle darling?

You know, we get the whole experience.

Oh, but of course.

Wait, so how are truffles okay here, but not s'mores in bed?

Well, because s'mores need fire, and where's the fire in the bedroom?

Okay, I get it.

You walked into that one.

What are you doing?

Well, we already broke into the Truffles, and I figured this deserved a

So, you know, for a decorator we never hired, you've done an

incredible job.

Thank you.

Cheers.

You know, it's not like I didn't want to do this.

I was just worried that it would be obvious to whoever got my letter that,

you know, I struggled.

So after the first one, I just did what I always did. I passed it out for

someone else to write.

So, in your first letter, the story about the Cardinal, that was true?

Yeah.

Yeah. Of course.

I mean, as sad as it was, it was kind of beautiful to watch them.

That's why I'm hoping that that male cardinal, some other bird nest here...

You know,

it's obvious you're pretty settled here.

So why don't you offer to buy the place?

I don't know.

I guess some of my old insecurities are at play.

I don't really think I could take on something like that, to be honest.

I believe you could.

Um, I should probably go get ready for dinner.

Yeah. Yeah, of course.

Oh, thank you.

Yo, is that him?

I mean, because if it is, I wouldn't even have to eat the egg. Oh, my God.

That's him.

That's Darian. Hi, Josh.

Here we go.

I got some... Come on.

Nick, you look splendid.

Oh, and thank you.

So do you.

Thank you.

Thanks.

Why is he acting like this is a date? It's not a date. It's just a meet and

greet.

You're really into her, aren't you?

Well, yeah.

Yeah, of course.

I mean, she's into me, too. She just needs to get past this whole pen pal

Well, you don't have to tell us.

Although we don't agree with the whole not being completely honest bit. But we

do think what you two have is real. Unless Darian changes that.

Oh, thank you so much.

Look at those oysters.

Yeah, I don't eat bottom feeders.

There's too many toxins.

Oh, oh, of course. Yeah, we can just pass on those.

Maybe we could start with some drinks, maybe some wine.

Actually, I don't like to drink. It poisons the body.

But I'll have it my time.

You can hold the luau.

I'm sorry.

Could I grab a glass of pinot, the biggest one you have?

And a virgin Mai Tai, please.

Thank you so much.

So, I know it's been a really long time, but I'm just curious, what made you

agree to write Josh's assignment?

Does the why really matter?

I mean, look at it.

The letters opened up the universe and brought us together, right?

Right.

Oh, thank you.

Thank you.

How do they look to you? Do they look...

Happy? It's hard to say.

Although she is doing that hair thing.

Yeah. What is that? Is that good? Is that bad? It's flirting 101.

Yep.

Well, cheers.

Cheers.

So, um, what do you do?

I'm a healer.

Excuse me? I discovered to have a very powerful energy.

The reason why I eat clean, of course.

Give thanks and love my body so that my hands can love my clients.

Hmm. Eat, pray, love.

Yes.

The movie.

Yeah, right? Does that mean you're a movie buff?

Not anymore. The blue light really disrupts our inner energy.

But I do love a good book.

Actually, my guilty pleasures are romance novels.

Oh, yeah, I love romance.

The universe is spoken.

Well,

this has been lovely. Thank you. No, thank you.

Actually, if you would let me, I'd like to introduce you to a day at the spa.

That way I can show you what I'm really about.

Oh, sure. Yeah, okay.

Wonderful. We can begin our day at 10 o 'clock in the morning. And until then,

namaste.

Good night.

So?

So?

That's what you call your neighbor who watered the garden for you while you

away. Wouldn't you call Peter nice?

Honey, after ten years of marriage, if you could call your husband nice, he

deserves an award.

So, what about a connection?

Yeah, or a vibe.

I mean, he loves romance novels.

Nobody loves romance more than I do. You got that right.

So, yeah, I guess I should give him a chance.

Oh, man, thank you for that dinner, man.

Nick is truly a beautiful woman inside and out. I mean, I look forward to

getting to know her better.

There is no getting to know her better. Okay, the plan was you meet, you play

along, and then you send her back to me, all right?

But I can't help it if our energies align.

See, you don't have energy.

We have energy, she and I. So use that energy to show her how wrong you are for

her. No offense in how right I am. Got it?

And I'll make good on my promise to send the clients from the inn to your

healing hands.

Whatever you say.

I see you've enlisted the local yoga instructor to conspire with you.

It's all I could find because I don't have time to track down the guy who

actually helped me write the letters. And I can't even remember his last name.

It was like Douglas or Donald or something.

Well, as long as you're sure.

Well, I'm not sure, Roy, okay? But, I mean, if I can just show Nick that I'm

one she should be with, then it'll all be worth it.

I hope.

Think it was a good idea to use the best -looking guy in town?

No, it was not.

No, it was not.

Have a look next time.

What was dinner last night?

Uh, yeah, it was, um, fine.

Darian seems really in tune with everything.

Well, I hope it's everything you imagined.

I just want to be sure.

That's all.

Nick, listen, there's something I need to tell you.

My ride's here, so I'll see you later.

Yeah.

Hey.

Tell them I'm dead. We'll be tired in a little bit, all right? Thank you.

Um, what's your specialty? Is it meditation or Reiki?

Yoga and massage.

Oh, yeah, I love yoga.

I actually do it at home. I follow this one woman online.

She's great. She's all about the burn and the power.

My kind of yoga is a bit more mindful and without the interference of blue

light. Oh, right.

The blue light, yeah. Hey, you two.

Josh, what are you doing here?

Just thought I'd come by and check this place out again. Make sure it's worthy

of a referral.

It's my guest.

So what are you two up to?

I was thinking I was going to give Nicole a deep tissue massage.

Massage? Mm -hmm.

Really? Mm -hmm.

Huh. Well, you know, I just thought maybe a yoga class was more in line with

what we... I mean, what you had planned.

Don't worry.

We should be in good hands.

Now, if you would just step in here.

Yeah, of course.

Of course.

I don't think she means hand.

Please, make yourself comfortable in the bed.

You know, you could probably really spruce up this room if you just added a

couple of plants.

Like a eucalyptus or an aloe vera or... Oh, that feels really nice.

Just relax.

I've chosen a blend of rosemary and lavender oil to help calm

and clear your mind.

That's it.

Just breathe.

Feel the energy of my hand as it flows from me to you.

Do you feel it?

Um... What exactly am I supposed to be feeling? Our connection.

How it's organically flowed from paper to flesh.

Okay, that's it.

Josh?

Josh!

Josh? What are you doing?

Yes, what are you doing? This is a place of healing. Healing? Really?

Because that didn't look like healing, and the rules of healing were very

clearly explained. Well, I can't help it if the universe is spoken and brought

us together. It wasn't the universe that brought you together. It was... Buddha!

I knew nothing could come of this charade.

Charade? What charade? Nick, I was going to tell you this morning, okay? Tell me

what? That I only know Darian from hosting yoga at the inn.

So you two didn't meet in the university.

The only school I went to was the School of Life.

I can't believe it. I'm sorry, Nick.

Nick, come on, okay?

Nick, just... Nick!

Nick!

Nick.

Nick, come on.

I was only doing it so you could get this whole who actually wrote the

thing out of your system, okay? So you could see that it doesn't matter because

I'm the one he should be with.

Really?

Says the person who manipulated the situation not once but twice it was a

idea And if I knew what this guy mark is who actually wrote the assignment I'd

find him But I didn't have time to figure it out, and I had to do something

because you were leaving mark That's his name now Excuse me the woman at the

front desk told me you were the manager. Oh, yeah So he says I'm Becky Addison

the designer.

Oh Well look at that Looks like someone else might be guilty of a little

manipulation

You know what, Becky?

Don't wait until next week to start.

Because I am done with all of this.

I'm sorry.

Who was that?

Just the woman I should be spending the rest of my life with.

I'm so sorry for dragging you all out here for my stupid romanticized ideas.

Hey, no. Nobody drag anyone anywhere, okay?

And despite everything, this is the most fun I've had in a while.

I agree. The only thing that sucks is we didn't solve your dilemma.

Well, yeah, but that's all my own doing.

I've been trying so hard to find the perfect person that I've just been

sabotaging everything.

I've been trying so hard.

My dad left my mom when I was 12.

It wasn't ideal.

I'm sorry.

It was hard, too. I mean, my parents didn't even like each other.

You know what?

From here on out, no more sappy, happy movie endings.

Because I've already got so much. You know, I've got you guys.

I've got my business.

And what about Warren?

I don't know.

Hey, it's okay if you don't. Am I good?

Absolutely.

And we're going to be right here until you figure it out.

All right.

I'm going to get packing because this bus leaves in an hour.

Hey, so I know it feels like right now the best thing to do is give up, but

be sure, okay?

Because to be honest, even after 10 years, sometimes I'm still not sure I

shouldn't have given Byron another shot.

And I know he had commitment issues, I know.

But sometimes I just wonder, you know, what if, would we be together?

So just don't give up too soon.

Thanks. Yeah.

Don't you see the sight of me frightened little child?

I'm not interested in any more of your shenanigans and leaving.

I know.

I know.

Okay, and this isn't about that.

It's about the wing you decorated.

I sent some photos of it to the owners, and they loved it, which is why they

want to hire you officially to do this whole place.

Wow.

That's great.

Don't worry. I won't be here.

I accepted a job at West, so... I'll leave tomorrow.

One more thing.

What is that?

Just take it.

I'll help you find what you're looking for.

You ready?

Uh, yeah.

Ready as ever.

Do you think you could drop me off at Warren's?

I think I need to see him. Yeah, of course.

What do you think she's decided to do?

I don't know.

Hey,

how'd it go?

Um, I broke it off.

Oh, no, it's okay. You know, Warren's a great guy, but he's not the one for me.

And I can't settle.

At least not yet.

Nor should you.

Want some wine?

Uh, no, you know what? You guys go ahead. I've got a client to meet first

in the morning, so I think I'm just gonna head to bed.

But we'll have a last brunch before you guys go?

Okay. Of course.

Love you guys. Good night.

Bye.

Dear Nick, I hope my writing's not too hard to read, but...

Here's my best effort.

Which, if I'd made in university, would have made me your true pen pal.

But I can't undo any of what's happened, so I did some digging.

To maybe help you in the future.

Because who doesn't love a happy ending?

Guys, is Nick still here? She just left.

Well, I was checking to see if I left my slippers in her room, and I saw this.

Wait, the name at the bottom, is that... Yeah, that's him.

That's who wrote the letters.

Oh! Wow, I can see you're very ready for brunch.

Actually, I want to tell you something before we go. We found him.

Mark Dugan, your pen pal. Oh, no, guys, it's fine. No, no, no, don't worry. We

called just to make sure it's really him, and he's only 30 minutes away. 20.

Guys, I don't know.

Look, if you don't want to, we get it, but he said he'd like to meet you, so I

say go for it.

Okay, fine, I'll do it, but only so that I can put this thing to rest for good,

okay?

So you took the job, huh?

Yeah. I am leaving the roost.

Well, I am going to miss you, my friend.

I miss you, too.

Well, I should do my final rounds.

Till we meet again?

No doubt.

Josh, keep looking for those signs.

Here we are. You want us to go with you? Uh, no. I think I'll be okay.

Thanks.

Nick? Hi.

You must be Mark. I am. It's a pleasure to meet you. You too.

When your friends called to explain you were the recipient of the letters I

wrote for Josh for the pen pal assignment.

I am, yeah.

I hope this doesn't seem too odd. I've just always really wanted to meet the

person who wrote those letters.

Your words, they really stayed with me.

So did yours.

Really? Of course.

I know the letters weren't exactly meant for me, but I read them all.

I was horribly insecure and having a hard time accepting who I was, but...

Your words, they help me to love myself.

Everything okay?

Colin, this is Nick. Nick, this is my husband.

Hi.

It's a pleasure. Yeah, it is.

What about you?

I hope the letters helped you in some way. Uh, yeah, that's actually kind of a

funny story.

Or, uh, maybe it will be one day.

Uh, I actually met Josh, thinking he was you, thinking he was the one that wrote

the letters. So they all just kind of took me on a wild goose chase.

But knowing that they helped you, I mean, that makes it all worthwhile.

Right. Except you're wrong.

What do you mean? Well, Josh read all your letters, too, and he told me his

thoughts on them and what he felt. So the sentiment and the words, that was

him.

I was just the one who put it on paper.

The letter did lead me to the one.

I've got to go.

I'm so sorry. Colin, Mark, it was so lovely to meet you. Thank you. Thank

Oh, we'll do brunch or wine or both.

But I have to go. Thank you so much.

Josh was right. He was right. He's the one. Who's the one? Josh.

Except he's leaving. I have to stop him. The line at the end just kicked into

voice now. It's okay. We're hitting the indie.

Josh is still here.

I really need to talk to him.

I'm sorry, but he's already left for the mountains.

Oh.

Obvious you're pretty settled here.

So why don't you offer to buy the place?

I don't really think I could take on something like that.

I believe you could.

Dick?

Josh? Josh, I came back to stop you.

Or at least to tell you that your letters did lead me to the one.

To the one who makes me feel.

To the one who I connected with.

You.

And I know that I am probably too late, but... No, no, no, no.

You're not too late.

Because I'm not leaving.

I mean, I was, but then I remembered how you believed in me.

So I figured maybe that was the sign that I needed to show me I should stay

and...

Make an offer on this place.

Especially... Now that I have the best designer.

I hope.

What does that mean?

It means that you had me at... I came back.

We're tra -