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Here. You can have mine.

You were tossing and turning all night.

Thanks, babe.

I don't know how you didn't sleep well.

Knowing you and Chelsea are safe and didn't inherit

the gene variant had me out like a light.

Got it.

I guess that means we're not completely out of the woods yet.

You're right. I, uh...

You're still worried about your mom and the possibility

of her someday having cancer.

How would you feel if the variant was still a threat?

Well, if I were Dani? Relieved, I hope.

I'd try to stress less and put all my energy and focus

into taking care of myself.

I'm just glad you're in the clear

and we don't have to worry about it.

Jacob, I...

-Anything else I can get you? -Um...

We'll just take the check, please.

-Sure. -Thanks.

Already? Are you going into work early?

Yeah. I got assigned a new case

and it's got a lot of moving pieces,

so I got to read up on it.

I can't afford to get caught off guard right now, you know?

Sounds major.

It is.

But what about you? Are you okay?

I don't have to leave right this second.

Actually, uh, there is something

-I wanted to talk to you about. -Okay.

Thanks.

Uh, never mind.

Uh, we can talk about it later.

Maybe with Trudy?

Our therapist?

Baby, if it's important, I can stay. What's up?

[knocking on door]

I had a feeling I'd find you here.

Yeah, but why are you here, Dani?

Now, look, you constantly popping by here

is becoming a problem.

Since when do you care about optics?

Since Tomas saw us last night.

Yeah. He was working late and he saw the kiss.

Don't worry, though. I'm on it.

Worry is the last thing on my mind.

If there is one person

who can keep a dirty little secret in Fairmont Crest,

it is the great Bill Hamilton.

How ironic is this?

Every moment between us has the potential to turn into

the newest scandal.

Fun.

You just don't quit.

No, Bill. You don't quit.

Once again, you have it all.

The loyal, devoted wife waiting at your beck and call.

And yet, the woman who could bring your world crashing down?

She's irresistible to you.

Right?

Wrong.

And what about that little boy toy husband of yours

that you claim to be so in love with?

-I adore him. -Hmm.

Now and always.

Unlike your sham of a wife.

We have nothing but mutual understanding

-and respect between us. -Mm-hmm.

Which leads me to my original question.

Why are you here?

If I'm not welcome, kick me out.

Say less.

You were saying?

♪ ♪

-[beeping in distance] -[machinery humming]

The break in the cold snap

has allowed Leslie's construction workers

to have at it again.

The silver lining to the chemo cloud?

I won't be here to be annoyed by it.

Well, hopefully this will help make the appointment

a little more tolerable.

Oh, thank you.

That is so sweet.

Here to serve, my love. Here to serve.

You ready to head out?

Aren't you forgetting something?

I, uh...

Shame on me.

Well now, that is a proper send-off.

Send-off?

That's right.

I will be attending this morning's session without you.

Anita.

We talked about this.

There's absolutely no way

I'm letting you go to chemo alone.

And that is fine with me.

But you will not be accompanying me this morning.

And I've already arranged for your replacement.

[knocking on door]

What the...

Oh.

Sorry, my hands are full.

Double-shot latte for you,

caffè mocha for your mocha mummy.

Ow!

Well, thank you,

but why do I feel like there's something

attached to this generosity?

Smart girl.

It's time to talk strategy, and I need you on your A game.

Mama, what are you plotting now?

Oh, you thought this was about me?

Ha! No, no.

Valentine's Day is in less than three weeks,

so I need you to get ahead of it.

So, what's that foine, brown-eyed stallion planning?

Izaiah and I are going with the flow, okay?

We don't want to get too serious too soon.

So, you don't want him to show you that you're special?

That-that you're, uh, set apart from the rest of the world?

We don't need some manufactured holiday

to express how we feel about each other.

Baby, men are simple creatures, okay?

They-they need to be guided.

Okay, well, what about you?

Does that detective have something romantic planned?

Maybe. I'm keeping my options open.

Please don't tell me you're holding out for dad.

Baby girl, my teddy bear and I are actual friends again.

Next step: happily ever after.

[vocalizes "Bridal Chorus"]

♪ Dad is dating someone.♪

Isn't this such a beautiful day?

Someone's happy.

You're practically floating.

I'm just having a fabulous morning.

Hmm. I see.

Does this have anything to do with a certain plastic surgeon

that walks these halls?

Maybe.

So, the date last night went well?

-The evening went well. -Mm-hmm?

Middle of the night went well,

and... early this morning went well.

Dani.

Yes, Bill.

Oh, Bill.

-Bill. -TOMAS: Bill.

Are you all right?

Caroline said you wanted to see me.

It's a party!

Oh!

I have been dying to do that ever since I heard the news.

-Ah. Pammy. -Oh, the universe

is smiling down on you, my dear.

I am eternally grateful my girls won't have to face

that cursed gene and they can live their lives freely.

I'm so sorry I wasn't free

to celebrate with you last night.

Don't even. Someone had to keep the Curtis-Dupree...

Dupree-Curtis Agency alive.

Thank you for handling that mess with Mignon, by the way.

Could you believe that she took off her red bottoms

and threw them at another model?

I can believe it because I've done it.

I could teach a master class on learning from your mistakes.

All of which have led to the thoughtful,

well-rounded woman you are today.

So, did you just have a quiet evening in?

Something like that.

Let's get mimosas, shall we?

Dani.

What did you do?

I saw Bill.

Good to see you, Sharon.

Oh, Vernon. Hi.

I take it you're my stand-in for today.

That's right. We're overdue for some girl time.

I'm just happy she took me up on my offer.

-Aw. -ANITA: You don't mind,

-do you, sweetheart? -Not at all. No.

There are very few people I would entrust

with my wife's well-being.

You're one of them.

I'm sure you've got a... a lot to catch up on.

Yes, we do.

So, I called Martin and I asked him

to meet you at the club.

I reserved your favorite squash court,

and I made sure your table was ready

for breakfast afterwards.

Well, I guess there's nothing for me to say but "Yes, dear."

I'll be right here when you return.

Oh, no, no, no, no.

You don't have to sit around waiting for me.

Go-go on and enjoy your day.

"Yes, dear."

-I love you. -I love you.

-Aw. -Thanks, Sharon.

Call me if you need anything at all.

I will.

Morning, Hawthornes.

"Morning" yourself, Hawthorne.

Hmm. I would ask if y'all wanted to split a stack of pancakes,

but it looks like I'm late to the party.

Yeah, we're just finishing up.

But you're welcome to join us.

Jacob was just leaving anyway.

Wait, I thought you said you wanted to talk.

Oh, it's no biggie. It can wait.

I want to hear how Banneker's going.

Mm-hmm. Sis-in-law...

it is amazing.

Man, the ones who left home to study here

remind me how much courage it takes to chase a dream.

And the local kids just made me glad to be back.

Man, I am so happy you found your calling, Izaiah.

I'm happy for you too, bro.

I know it hasn't been the easiest

since you've been back.

"Especially with Pops" is what he's trying to say.

It's not exactly like

I'll follow the family's footsteps.

Being a cop doesn't mean automatic approval.

I've practically done everything he's ever asked of me,

and he still gives me grief.

You?

-Pops's golden boy? -Yeah, whatever.

He keeps questioning everything.

My-my decision making, my judgement.

It's like he doesn't trust me.

Uh, growing up, you literally could do no wrong.

If Pop's tripping like that, something must have changed.

And you know my outfit was on point

for the club, which was stunning.

It's like, I'd been there for events, but nothing compares

to the luxury of feeling like it was tailored just for us.

Talk about a white-glove experience.

Oh, it was perfect

until Nicole walked in with Carlton.

Shut up.

I would have been mortified.

I mean, I can tell she was completely blindsided,

which I understand.

I-I wanted to give her the heads-up,

but I never got the chance to.

How did she react?

Exactly the way you expect.

The picture of grace.

Nicole Dupree is a class act.

Wow. I want to be her when I grow up.

Man, hanging out with Derek ever since our breakup

teeters between slightly tense and a hot, bumbling mess.

Some people are just better at exes than others.

Nicole wasn't even bothered.

In fact, she wished us a good night.

Her and Carlton didn't stay long, though.

He probably wanted to eat somewhere else

out of respect for Ted.

Oh, was Ted thrown?

Was he nervous?

Oh, completely unfazed.

I mean, Ted was determined to make sure

I knew I was the priority.

Totally attentive the rest of the date.

And afterwards, too, apparently.

BOTH: Well...

-Hey. -Hi, beautiful.

You got a break anytime soon?

Oh, I got to go check on...

Oh, well, look at that.

She has a break coming up right now, actually.

Coffee?

Let's do it.

EVA: Nah, nah, nah.

We're not doing that.

Eva.

I give you a name, and the next thing I know,

you're off digging in your magic box

full of wigs and trench coats.

I know who it is.

It is that trifling Nurse Ratched.

See, I'd already peeped her eyeing my man. Right?

Just a nasty little two-faced Jezebel

acting like she likes Peaches.

Mama, please do not get fixated on this, okay?

Look what happened when I finally let Tomas go

instead of fighting for a man who wanted somebody else.

I found my own happiness.

Mm, that's the difference between you and me.

Baby, you moved on from an unrequited love.

Now you are telling me to abandon my soulmate.

No, I am begging you

to not go up to that hospital and cause a scene.

I mean, think about it.

You can ruin the friendship you and dad have built

if you upset her.

You don't want that, right?

I am not thinking about going up to that doggone hospital, okay?

I mean, come on, that trifling heifer,

she cannot hold a candle to your mother.

He refuses to see me as a professional.

He keeps going on and on about lack of experience,

but how the hell am I supposed to get that

if he keeps me on the bench?

But, babe, I thought you just said you got a case.

I mean, you sounded excited about it.

I am, but I basically had to beg for that,

even though it was my lead to begin with.

Oh, come on.

You're the chief of police's son.

If Elon is careful about what he assigns you,

I'm sure there's a reason for it.

Like what?

If he kept throwing you major investigations,

don't you think the other detectives

would start to feel resentful toward their boss or you?

IZAIAH: She got a point.

You know, Pops, he might just be trying to protect his rep

and his young'un at the same time.

Shut up, Izaiah.

Look, I got a simpler theory for you.

All right, despite his flaws-- and he has many--

the man has love for you.

If you're always rearing up for dangerous cases,

it's probably just him trying to keep you safe.

JACOB: Nah, man. There's always a possibility of danger

any time you go undercover.

Undercover?

Wait, you're going undercover for this case?

Babe, relax. Your man knows what he's doing.

But all right, I got to go.

I can't give the boss any reason to pull me.

That's a great job simplifying the language in paragraph 13.

I'm sure the Hendersons had questions.

Part of client care is making sure

they feel considered throughout the litigation process.

Precisely.

And, you see, it's that type of approach to the work

that keeps me impressed by you.

-It's all part of the gig. -No, I mean it, Tomas.

You've been my eyes and ears when I really needed it.

And, you know, you've demonstrated real leadership

and maturity over the last few months,

especially when I had my stroke

and when I had to pivot when Chelsea was missing.

So... I appreciate the dedication.

It's important to me that you know I've got your back.

In and out of the courtroom.

Is that right?

You can rest assured knowing I have no intention

of jeopardizing my future at this firm.

Then I guess it's settled.

A little early in the day, no?

No, I think the moment calls for it.

What are we toasting?

Your promotion, junior partner.

It'll be non-equity, of course, but I'm sure you'll be happy

with your new compensation package.

I'll have Caroline email everything over.

Thank you, Bill.

You won't regret it.

The hold this man has over you.

It is not what you're thinking.

Bill has been so supportive

since Mother's diagnosis and mine.

It's a side of him I haven't gotten to see very often.

Oh, well, that makes sense to me.

You can always count on a fixer to be good in a crisis.

It's the long haul where their many, many weaknesses

come to the forefront.

I went to his office with pure intentions.

To... thank him

and show gratitude with his favorite takeout.

And we laughed, we reminisced, we talked about the past.

It was nice.

That's all that happened?

I kissed him.

And there it is.

You're like a moth to the flame.

How many times are you going to willingly get burned?

It wasn't like some passionate longing.

It was nostalgia.

It was remembering a man that I'd loved dearly

and showing him appreciation.

That's it.

It wasn't the two of you falling back into

your usual dysfunctional pattern?

Let me say it like this.

If I was addicted to Bill Hamilton, this isn't

"one drink is too many, a thousand are never enough."

No, this was-this was me picking up the drink,

sipping it and putting it down and walking away. For good.

I hope to God you mean that, Dani,

because you have tortured yourself

at the hands of Bill Hamilton long enough.

You've raised a responsible adult.

Trust her to make her own decisions.

I could if this weren't completely

out of character for her.

She's been through a lot lately.

Breaking up with Derek,

and then pouring her heart out to Andre only to get rejected?

She told me that she was gonna focus on herself

and her career for a while.

Maybe she changed her mind.

Jumping headfirst into a fling

with a man that she hardly even knows?

I don't even recognize her right now.

It's a mother's job to worry.

It's also your job to let Ashley learn through experience.

What did she tell you about the new guy?

Mm. That's the thing-- she didn't tell me.

She tried to hide it,

proving she knows that I wouldn't have approved.

If Derek hadn't mentioned it,

Ashley would still be sneaking around with some stranger.

W-Wait a second. How is any of this even Derek's business?

No way you're a cat person.

Well, usually, the little scratches

and white hairs on my clothes gives it away, but, um, yeah.

Well, they are a passionate bunch, aren't they?

-Have you ever had one? -No. Um...

No, not yet.

What's your cat's name?

Darcy.

-Mm. -Like in Pride and Prejudice.

So he's stuck-up.

GRAYSON: He's royalty.

I just pay rent in his palace.

ASHLEY: Sounds about right.

What are we laughing at?

Hey.

Hey, Ash.

How's it going?

And I... I don't think I caught your name.

-I'm Derek. -Grayson.

Um, Derek, Grayson works at the hospital with me.

Yeah, yeah. We crossed paths in the elevator the other day.

You said you work in the lab, right?

Yes, got a good memory.

So what's up, Derek?

Is there something I can help you with?

Yeah, you can keep your claws out of what's mine.

Excuse me?

I've already told you once,

but clearly, you are hardheaded as hell.

You know what, I don't even have time for this.

Yes, well, what I have to say is quick.

You've been clinging onto Ted,

thinking that you can have what doesn't belong to you.

But I'm here to give you one last reminder.

Back off.

I heard your little threat the first time, and guess what.

I didn't care then and I don't care now.

Ooh, look at Miss Nurse Ratched all ready to fight.

You may be Ted's baby mama, but that was decades ago,

and it seems as though you're the only one not over it.

Decades?

Girl.

We made sweet, sweet love just months ago.

Now, look, he's a man,

and I know he may have needed a release,

but know that's what you always and forever will be:

a warm body.

We created a life.

And you will never be able to compete with that.

Well, one thing's true--

you're definitely on a break. From reality.

I'll show you reality when I drag you across this tile

by your scalp.

You need to leave before I have security

escort you to the psych ward.

And we have some pretty big guys

on duty today, so it's your call.

We'll pick this up later.

When you won't see me coming.

PT is going great, and my legs...

getting stronger by the day.

So, what's up with you two?

Any fun plans for the weekend?

Uh, actually, I was hoping to catch

-a movie with Grayson. -GRAYSON: Oh, that's right.

What are we gonna watch?

Sci-fi? Thriller? What are we doing?

ASHLEY: Mm...

Either, or maybe even both.

More about the company.

You know, we should probably be heading back to work.

-Definitely. -Right?

Um, you know what? Just give me a second.

I'll meet you outside.

Of course.

What the hell, Derek?

What?

Don't play dumb. You just tried to ruin my date.

I thought we agreed to be friends.

I was being friendly.

That was deliberate sabotage.

And now I know how my mother found out

that I was dating someone.

Yeah, I... I might have mentioned something to Jan,

but I-I assumed she knew.

Unbelievable.

I don't understand how this is his business.

She's being reckless, Mona.

She doesn't know anything about this man.

Where he's from, what his family is like.

Like mother, like daughter.

Oh, I know you are not

comparing my relationship with Owen

to Ashley's whatever with whomever.

You and Owen have only met recently,

but you believe he's the one.

I have been single a very long time,

which means I know exactly what I'm looking for

and can recognize it when I see it.

There's a difference.

So you think Ashley doesn't know what she wants right now?

I think she's on the rebound right now

and is going with whatever feels good in the moment.

And that scares me.

Pam, there is nothing to worry about.

I ended the kiss. I don't want him back.

Did Bill want to go further?

As far as I could tell,

he was willing to go as far as I was.

Which tells me everything.

Dani, you were never the problem in your marriage.

It was that manipulative, philandering dog.

He's gotten everything he said he wanted,

and he still wants more. Can't you see that?

What does that have to do with our kiss?

It is time, my darling,

for you to let yourself off the hook

for your marriage failing.

Finally and absolutely.

There is nothing you could have done

to prevent the last year of your life.

You're right.

And Bill leaving

gave me what I never knew I needed.

Real freedom.

And the man I deserved all along.

I know it's silly to be this head over heels

for someone my age...

...but Andre, he's just everything.

Then don't ruin it.

Bill has put you through hell and back.

You deserve to be with a man who loves and respects you.

What are you knitting?

Not sure yet.

A throw?

Only time will tell.

Maybe it'll land in your Christmas stocking this year.

Thank you, but no, thank you.

After I get through this, I don't want to see

anything chemo-related again.

-If I get through this. -Uh-uh.

We're not doing that.

Life is in the power of the tongue.

You know that.

Mm. I know.

But does cancer?

Cancer's tough,

but my best friend's tougher.

She once chased this girl down Mag Mile, honey,

'cause she tried to swipe our silk scarves

from a music festival-- and got 'em back.

My mother stayed up all night working on those scarves for us.

Anita Dupree.

You're going to survive this thing.

Say it with me.

Sharon, please.

I need to talk about this honestly,

and I can't do that with Vernon.

I can't do it with my family.

It's just too difficult for them.

Okay.

Let's do it.

Let's play worst-case scenario.

Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to dominate

the conversation.

I wanted to hear how things are going with Sexy Santa.

Not great.

It's fizzling out.

I guess it wasn't meant to be.

Oh, too bad.

You know, Owen has a brother.

Want me to get more info?

No, don't worry about me.

Maintaining Nicole's and...

making sure I'm right with the Lord

keeps me plenty busy.

That's very honorable.

But me... I need a little more

earthly satisfaction, if you get my drift.

I get it just fine.

PAMELA: Our WNBA star is killing it.

Playing in front of thousands clearly works wonders

for her confidence.

Astrid's attitude definitely commands the space,

but she needs to work on her angles.

See this shot?

If she just stretched out her leg

and tilted her head back, it'd be better.

Mm. How are the Zoom sessions going?

Oh, they're going well enough, but this tells me

that we need to connect in person.

-Set it up? -Absolutely. Of course.

Now, there's also the issue of scouting

for the Maison Blumel fragrance ad.

Mm. Right.

Maison is seductive. It's masculine.

So we need a male.

Uh, no one who's ordinary-looking.

Someone who's, um, tall

with strong, unique features like, uh...

Him.

DANI: That's Jacob's little brother, Izaiah.

Oh, good. You already know him.

Do you think he might be interested in modeling?

He just got back to town. Wouldn't hurt to ask.

DANI: Another time.

When his tongue isn't quite so occupied.

I cannot believe that Derek was bold enough

to do something like that.

Really? Derek?

The same guy who pretended to be paralyzed

because he thought it would be romantic to surprise you?

Huh.

Well, he needs to get a life-- or a woman-- quick.

Well, it's not like he hasn't had the chance.

-You remember that firefighter? -Yeah.

Sheryl.

Well, he should totally take her out.

You should tell him to call her.

Now, you know I am not the one

to meddle in everybody else's business.

Oh, come on, Shanice.

You guys, you have your own friendship,

and he will totally take it better coming from you.

Okay, fine, but only because I'm in such a good mood today.

Hmm. I owe you one.

Hey, Naomi, I wasn't expecting you today.

Are you here for your test results?

Oh, um, no, I got those a couple nights ago.

Let's move over here.

Well?

I have it.

I have the same variant that Mom and Gran have,

so that means my chances

of getting certain types of cancers are increased.

I'm so sorry.

Look, I know you've done your own research,

but I have to say it, okay?

Just because you have the gene does not mean

you are automatically gonna get this disease.

-Yeah, I-I know. -I know you know.

Do you believe it?

I'm, um, processing.

How'd the family take it?

I haven't told them yet.

Okay. It's been a couple of nights.

You told Jacob, though?

He doesn't know, either.

And I'd really appreciate if this just stayed between us.

I'm confused.

Why would you hide something like this?

I've been researching estate planners

after Vernon goes to sleep.

I want my ducks in a row.

I don't want him to have to worry about wills

and finances and arrangements.

Girl, don't you tell me you've planned your own homegoing.

I've been thinking about it.

There's this company that can take your remains

and mix it with a special soil and turn you into a tree.

It's called a living memorial.

-Did you know about that? -No.

But there's something poetic

about your essence still existing in the world.

My family could come visit me.

You and Tracy could come and sing

while my leaves dance in the wind.

Sounds kind of nice, right?

And how is Vernon going to feel

about you making all of these plans behind his back?

Oh.

My Vernon.

I didn't realize how...

really intertwined we have become

over all these years until I went to Chicago

for rehearsals last year.

I could feel that man needing me from hundreds of miles away.

He has been the rhythm of the center of my soul...

...for what feels like forever.

Yeah.

You know, you hear about those couples...

...who have been together a lifetime and one passes away,

and a few days later,

the other follows from a broken heart.

I cannot leave this earth peacefully,

knowing his broken heart is because of me.

Sis, a love like yours transcends space and time.

You think that kind of soul connection just stops? No.

You will always exist within him.

And, yes, if...

this disease takes you,

it will be hard on all of us.

But we won't let Vernon fall through the cracks.

Because we'll hear you shouting down from heaven,

telling us to keep that man going for you.

And for your family that you made together.

And even when enduring the...

the deepest grief...

...life, it will go on.

And your girls will reach incredible heights,

and your grandchildren and their children

will have extraordinary lives of their own

because you showed them how.

And we will honor everything you are.

Till we meet again.

And we will.

Whether it'll be at that tree of yours

or out there in them streets paved with gold, honey.

We will, my sister.

Yeah. Yeah.

You...

you rest.

That's right.

♪ Oh, when Jesus is my portion♪

♪ My constant friend is he♪

♪ His eye is on the sparrow♪

♪ And I know he watches me.♪

Your texts have become my favorite notification.

-Thanks for the invite. -Of course.

So, you hungry?

They have a great avocado toast.

Nah, I grabbed something earlier

at Orphey Gene's with Jacob and Naomi.

Oh, and I'm slick still full

from this coffee Mama brought me.

So you wanted me to meet you at Uptown because?

Foolishly listening to something my mother said.

-We can go if you want. -Your place?

Let's go work up an appetite.

We're losing him.

DANI: Don't you worry.

I'll track him down.

When I got the results,

Mom was standing right there,

and she had been so worried about Gran,

I-I didn't want to add to that.

Okay, that makes sense.

But what's stopping you from keeping this from Jacob?

A better time.

I was gonna tell him earlier today,

but then he started talking to me about

feeling pressure at work, and he had just taken on

this undercover assignment.

That sounds dangerous.

Yeah, that's exactly how I was feeling.

So he doesn't need any distractions.

And I would never forgive myself

if I caused him to get hurt, so this will just have to wait.

Okay.

Your secret's safe with me.

A morning without you has felt like an eternity.

How did everything go?

I serenaded her with my beautiful voice.

Oh, a private Articulettes concert.

If I could have been a fly on the wall.

Mm. It was sweet.

I drifted off before I was even...

before I...

Sweetheart!

Vernon.

KAT: Oh, my God.

That dress, the hair. She looks...

Fine as hell.

-There's an issue. -Are you kidding me?

I mean, there's been no change for months.

What are we talking about here?

I'm headed to the hospital to do research

on preventative cancer treatments.

Why? You tested negative for the variant.

Hey, Dad. How long's this been going on?

You know what's up, Andre.

-You know what you have to do. -Yeah.

I found the love of my life.

I love you enough to walk away.

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