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I'm the place to be.

Come relax and dance with me.

Show me your face, sugar.

Smiley as I want to be.

This all made you part.

A party is my life. So excited like a fire.

Brighter like a star.

Not a show.

much fuss over boring those boards.

Don't you think you guys are exaggerating a little bit?

Honestly, Tony and I are still good friends. It just wasn't working anymore.

That's all there is to it.

How much does this divorce cost?

Thank you. Do you think you'll be married soon?

How does it feel to be on a deal after three years? And now it's back to riding

with Daphne. When can we expect your next book?

So much fuss over boring Elizabeth.

Don't you think you guys are exaggerating a little bit?

Honestly, Tony and I are still good friends. It just wasn't working anymore.

That's all there is to it.

I just want to tell you how really beautiful last night was.

Thank you, Sarah.

I'll never forget it.

Jackie, hi.

I was just on my way out.

My dear, I have my desk full of contracts for the release of your next

I've signed them all.

What do you think of that, huh?

Jackie, relax.

Everything's fine. Just let me work in peace, and I'll call you later, okay?

Okay.

Bye.

Hey, ten minutes less than usual.

Who cares about that?

What's this great news you have for me?

Well, yesterday, after I've got off the phone with you, I received a letter from

you, Harleen. A letter? Go on.

I know damn well that you still haven't written a thing.

And now this great opportunity.

Somebody up there really likes you, Sarah.

You mind interpreting this for me, Jackie?

Okay.

You remember Lionel Durrington, do you?

Lionel? That crazy old New Orleans millionaire?

Exactly. When you returned from his cruise on his yard, you sent him the

copy of his book in a token of thanks.

Right. What a vacation that was.

What I remember most were the long nights.

He had so much imagination and passion for a man that old.

But Jackie, what does this have to do with my writer's block?

Well, old Lionel never forgot you either.

He's named you in his will.

His will?

What will?

His will, Sarah. He died ten days ago.

Yeah, sure, Jackie.

Why are you doing this to me?

Here's the phone number of his lawyer.

He's waiting for you in your leave.

It's all true, Sarah.

I'm sorry about Lionel.

But just think of the great opportunity.

You get to rub elbows with the ruthless Durrington.

The richest family in Louisiana.

Doesn't that inspire your writer's imagination?

I know what you want, Jackie, but I also know what I want.

Let's go.

Mrs. Sproon has been named executrix of the will, meaning that she is the one in

charge of distributing the estate to the immediate family.

Mrs. Sproon will have 11 days at her disposition.

During this time, she will choose the most worthy heir to the estate and sign

her name to these documents.

It will then be up to Mr. Knox to see that she follows the intent of the will.

Precise value.

of my estate will be disclosed upon the reading of the final will.

Signed, Lonnell Durrington.

Just wonderful.

A total stranger.

Getting in the way of what each of us deserves and violating the privacy of

family. My father must have been out of his mind to do such a thing. And third,

I agree with Joanna.

Don't get too overheated.

It's obvious this letter could not have been written by a man of sound mind.

It's obvious that my brother Lionel was not a Salmon. I think we can all agree

on that.

Under these conditions, the letter is invalid.

My client had predicted a similar reaction from all of you.

And thus, he provided me with a certificate from the Department of

of Louisiana University, declaring his complete mental health.

Grandfather strikes again.

Furthermore, there is a clause stating that his entire estate will be donated

charity if the members do not adhere to the strict rules of the will.

Ladies and gentlemen, let me know how you have decided to play.

I apologize for before, but you can understand.

It's a natural reaction after such a shock.

What a slap in the face.

But as far as I'm concerned, Sarah, I'm at your disposal.

Well, I'm not a detective, so I'm just going to have to evaluate the situation,

personally and intimately.

I've just invited you to lunch. And I've just accepted.

What about your wife?

Dana? She doesn't eat lunch.

I'll stop by to pick you up later.

Did you see Alfred?

He doesn't waste any time.

He'll fill her head full of stories in order to get on her good side.

Making us all look like fools.

God, how I hate him.

She's an attractive woman.

Your husband's gone, Dana. He won't be back before tonight.

That leaves us all afternoon.

No, not now.

Nail.

favorite little game again.

I know perfectly well you placed the hidden camera in Sarah's room.

But you'd better forget your demented past, Tom, because this whole thing is

blown over.

This is my room. And in my room, I do what I want.

I don't give a damn about Sarah, or the will, or this damn family.

And what about me, Sonny? I didn't sacrifice my life for nothing.

I want that money. It's my right.

I married you for this family. Nobody told me you were impotent.

And I've stayed by your side waiting for this moment.

You'll do exactly what I want you to do, Sonny. Exactly what I want.

Understand?

Yes, Joanna.

Calm down.

That's how I like you, Sonny. Sweet and submissive.

Yes, Joanna.

Jackie, don't you understand?

It all depends on me.

It's insane.

I can make inquiries into the private lives of the Durringtons. I think, no,

I know my next book is going to be explosive.

Now that's my girl.

Talk to you later. Bye, Jackie.

So this is your second marriage. Even with Dana, it fell apart eventually?

We don't get along well anymore.

It's just one long argument.

She won't even let me touch her. She says I disgust her.

Well, it was very painful for me at first.

I was crazy about her, you know.

But a man has to have his resources.

And what are yours?

Hi Austin.

Come and keep us company.

Well, what are you waiting for? Come on.

Show me your face. Show me

your

face.

Not a show.

So what's so important?

It's a closed -circuit system.

You can be spied on here and in the bathroom.

This is one of Sonny's favorite little games.

Oh, I see.

Aren't you even a bit surprised?

I already discovered that in the bathroom.

So you see, he's strange.

What do you mean exactly by strange?

He has mental problems, which block his, well...

He's impotent.

Boyerism is his only relief.

Why are you telling me all this? What do you expect to gain, Joanna?

I'm not a Durrington.

They made me marry Sonny to save the family name.

And to take over my father's industry.

To unite the two families.

Now do you get it?

You can't imagine the type of life I'd lead with him.

I deserve that money. No one deserves it as much as I do.

Ah. So if you leave Sunny, you lose everything, right?

Exactly. I just wanted you to know.

Good night, Sarah.

Wait till you hear this.

Joanna just left my room.

She says Sunny is impotent.

I told you never to call me here.

I'm not waiting any longer.

I don't care how you do it, but get me that money.

I've always paid my debts on time, Brent.

I'm about to receive a great deal of cash.

You know that line I was dead.

Just have to wait for the papers to get straight, and that'll be about ten days.

Trust me, Brent.

What about that information I asked you to get me?

I know everything, George, so don't try and be slick with me.

It's not to your advantage, if you know what I mean.

No, no, Brent. You'll get your money. Just don't call me here ever again.

Leave the information for me at my club in an envelope.

Who was it, George?

Wrong number.

It was undoubtedly one of your whores.

Wouldn't be the first time they called you at home.

My God, David, you really enjoy these humiliating public displays.

This whole thing is rather idiotic over a simple phone call.

It's really none of your business, George.

I almost pity you, Alfred.

Always chasing after such cheap women.

You wanted it this way, remember? It's not my fault that your only great

in life is the bottle.

You'll pay for this!

You'll pay.

It's only a matter of time.

Good morning.

Good morning.

What are you all going out to?

Sonny's offered me a drive into town.

What a shame.

I was going to ask you to go horseback riding.

All your assets have been frozen.

They are worthless.

Unless, of course... Unless I can get the money from the will.

Exactly. It's just a question of days.

You have my word.

Those industries mean too much for me.

Return with the money, Mrs. Durrington, and we will fix everything.

I've never seen a place like this before. Let's go in.

No, these things aren't my kind of thing.

Why with me?

Because you're a sensitive man, Sonny, and sex is full of strong sensations.

Now, come on.

That'll be $5.

You can dance if you would like to.

Show me your face.

So what are you trying to prove?

The original version is much better than the copy.

Don't you agree?

So you know.

Yes. Joanna told me everything.

I knew it.

She hates me as much as I hate her.

Am I mistaken?

Or were you about to become a man, Sonny?

What do you mean?

Nothing. All in good time.

That's all for today.

But the only sure thing is that the Durringtons are desperate for money.

They're pretending to be loyal and united when they are clearly at each

throats. And that's where I come in. One by one, their secrets will unfold.

Lionel was always so great late.

He was always consumed with making money. I don't understand why he would

this lady the responsibility.

I think there's more here than meets the eye.

If only we could find out the connection between the two.

How could Lionel possibly have met her?

The only important thing now is that I get the inheritance.

Don't you mean us?

Yeah, right. Us.

Keep going, George.

Couldn't sleep either, Sarah.

You frighten me.

Uh, no. Sometimes if I don't eat before I go to bed, I can't sleep.

Mind if I keep you company?

No, not at all.

You know, this is the first time that we're alone without the Durringtons

around.

What, you're not a member of the family, too?

Yeah, but I like horses. I like to leave the business to my big brother, Alfred.

Oh, I see.

You like horses, Sarah?

Yes.

Even if I don't have as much experience as you do.

You think they're very sensuous animals?

Particularly well endowed, if I remember correctly.

Have you ever seen them make love?

No.

Not from close up.

Do you know that when the horses are in season, the mare is already full of

desire as she enters the paddock?

And the sight of her stallion gets her so excited.

You know, it really doesn't take much.

Just the smell of each other.

And he gets an erection.

He approaches her.

And they make a love that is so violent, so passionate,

that it electrifies the air.

Did you hear the one about the priest and the local beauty?

That's an old one, Uncle George. Maybe Sarah had something interesting to tell

us. I had something, and it was very funny.

But I can't seem to find it anymore.

Find what?

The tape it was recorded on.

Do any of you know anything about it?

I don't know what you're talking about, Sarah.

It's not true. She's just trying to test us.

You're joking, right, Sarah?

No. Someone was in my room, and he went through my thing, and then replaced the

tape that was in the recorder with another tape.

Ridiculous. What was on the tape?

Notes. Just notes.

I don't know any of you well enough to reveal your secret, yet.

But this little episode has made me realize that one of you has a lot

and is very afraid of it being uncovered.

Whoever did it can still make up for it. I want that tape here on this table by

tomorrow morning.

Don't make me say it twice.

How do we know you're not the guilty party?

I wasn't home last night. And besides, I don't have anything to hide.

He doesn't have anything to hide.

What a hypocrite.

You, my dear, have a short memory.

You don't even deserve my contempt.

That's enough, Dana.

Calm down.

You know, I'm really sorry about what happened here tonight.

It was a really stupid and thoughtless thing to do.

You were with me. Your alibi is perfect.

Yeah, but Alfred was out as well.

And the list is getting shorter.

Tell me, exactly where do I stand between one and ten?

Stop joking, Bob.

And tell me about George.

Like, what does he do?

George. George is the president of Durrington Industries.

He took over after my father died.

So he pulls the strings.

And not all of them.

What do you mean?

But Dana owns 50 % of George's holdings.

Oh, now I understand.

So the rest of the holdings are divided between you and your brother and the

rest of the family.

Exactly. All except for the fortune my father has dockpiled throughout his

The real inheritance.

Which no one really knows how much that is.

Bob, why are you telling me all this?

Because I like you, Sarah.

More than you'll possibly ever know.

you would do it.

Do you recognize my voice?

It's Dana.

I took your tape.

There was nothing on it.

You really pulled one over on us, but it's true.

Someone does have a lot to hide.

It's my husband, Alfred.

I have quite a story to tell you.

I'm not doing this for inheritance, believe me.

Only out of lack of respect, even hatred, for a person I once loved.

Alfred ruined Sonny's life.

He ruined it him deeply, making him impotent.

Years ago, when Sonny was still a teenager, he was madly

in love with a girl his age.

who used to visit our country house in Burmington until the day Alfred put his

diabolical plan into action.

Hi, Mr. Darnton. Is Sonny home?

No, he's out with Dana.

Really? We were supposed to study together today, but it doesn't matter.

No, come in. Make yourself at home. You can wait inside.

Really? Well, it's about my math homework.

Sonny promised to help me with it. Well, let me have a look at it. Maybe I can

help.

Really? That would be terrific, Mr. Durrington. Just call me Alfred.

Alfred?

It's easy.

Would you like something to drink?

Yes, please.

Well, you'll have to excuse me for a moment. There's no one in the house.

have to do it myself.

Would you like to listen to a little music while we do your homework?

Sure but don't go out of your way for me Alfred.

It's no bother.

It's me.

No, no, please, Alfred, stop.

No, no, please, no.

Stop. Alfred, no.

Stop, Alfred.

No, please, no.

Stop.

Please, stop.

Stop.

And since then, Sonny has been

imprisoned by that. seen.

The trauma has rendered him impotent.

Lawyers and lots of money kept the whole thing hushed up, avoiding scandal.

Alfred has never paid for his crime.

I started to drink to forget.

I am a weak woman, incapable of helping my stepson.

Joanna can hardly tolerate him.

We have all become guilty conspirators in this shameful story.

How many skeletons are there in the Durrington closet?

I heard you got your tape back.

Let's just say it was given back to me.

Yeah, editor Jackie Forrest called.

She'll call back tomorrow.

We didn't know we had a famous writer in the house. Why didn't you say anything?

It's not true. I only wrote one book, and it was slightly successful.

Jackie exaggerated.

I'm more flattered by this task that Lionel's given me.

You read your book.

How did he know?

I guess.

What do you think of me, Sarah?

It's too early to tell.

Liar. You already know enough.

You're just having fun playing cat and mouse with me.

Be careful.

Sometimes a cat becomes a mouse.

So what do you think of that?

I'll see you at 9 o 'clock.

When this is all over, we'll have to find a place for Sonny.

A clinic that can handle people like him.

You can't imagine how it's been living with a mentally disturbed man.

If it wouldn't have been for you, Bob, I would have lost my mind as well.

We only have one more obstacle to overcome.

Dana, right?

Yes.

She's an alcoholic with continual bouts of depression.

Her nerves are as frayed as her son's. We've all witnessed her hysterical

with Alfred.

It shouldn't be any problem.

But she owns 50 % of George's holdings. Don't worry.

George has convinced her to give him her part.

I'm making her sign an agreement, which he keeps under wraps.

Well, how did he manage that?

Dana's been going through the motions for years.

Let herself go. She has no interest.

And when she discovers George agrees with us as well, she'll crack up

completely.

You're diabolical, Joanna.

And beautiful.

So beautiful, it drives me crazy.

You look beautiful.

I'm so glad you could make it.

This is my home.

Do you like gambling?

It's in my blood.

Would you like to try?

I don't have any money on me.

You said anything about money.

I don't get it.

You're with that steak.

And if I win?

You can ask me for...

Anything you want. Anything?

Anything.

Okay, for that.

Let's go.

Blackjack. I win.

Well, I'm ready to pay up.

What do you want?

You still don't understand?

No.

Right.

What? You understand perfectly.

You will make me the sole heir.

I make you work easy.

I need the money, Sarah.

No. No, I'll never do it. You lost.

You can't get out of it now.

I was the bet, not the inheritance.

Both pay my debt.

And you, George?

Bye. See you later, Sarah. Bye -bye.

Today is the annual meeting of the Board of the Durrington Administration.

All of us being partners and the largest shareholders have to be there.

So, you'll be around most of the day.

Then go. We'll be late.

Bye, sir.

Goodbye.

Ah, so I'm in the family collection, too.

find a place for Sonny. A clinic that can handle people like him.

You can't imagine how it's been living with a mentally disturbed man.

If it wouldn't have been for you, Bob, I would have lost my mind as well.

We only have one more obstacle to overcome.

Dana, right?

Yes.

She's an alcoholic with continual bouts of depression.

Her nerves are as frayed as her son's. We've all witnessed her hysterical

with Alfred.

It shouldn't be any problem.

But she owns 50 % of George's holdings. Don't worry.

Jackie Forest Office, may I help you? Hi, Dolly. It's Sarah.

Is Jackie in? Hi, Sarah. Yes, just a moment.

Yes? Jackie, Sarah has been on the line.

Sarah? Okay, you ready for this, Jackie? I'm dying to tell you. It is much

bigger than I thought.

It's not just a bomb.

It's Hiroshima.

Listen, Sarah.

I received a letter from the Durrington family's lawyer.

And they know you're a writer. They did some investigation.

And if you write anything more about them, they'll take you to court.

They never allow the publication of any kind of biography.

But weren't you the one who arranged all this?

Me? What are you saying?

Forget it.

I've been led by the nose.

George's phone call. Why didn't I think of it?

He asked for information about me.

I don't know what... you're talking about. But remember, Sarah, you're there

resolve the situation of the inheritance and nothing else.

Okay, Jackie.

Don't worry. I'll find some way.

I'll talk to you soon. Bye, Jackie.

Bye.

Cat and mouse, eh, George?

Hey, Sonny.

This is just delivered for you.

Who'd want to send you a letter?

Beats the hell out of me.

I'm back.

I'll meet you at nine at the usual place.

Hugged and kisses, Francis.

Francis.

No.

It's not possible.

Hi, Sonny.

I've been waiting for you.

Come. Come closer.

It can't be you.

It's not possible.

It's me, Sonny. Francis, your friend.

Look at me.

Francis?

It's like a dream.

Trust me, this isn't a joke.

It isn't a joke.

Did you bring a certificate to Dr. Merrill yet, Joanna?

Yes, Bob. I saw the clinic. I think it'll be perfect for Sonny.

Dr. Merrill wouldn't double what we expected, though.

He's a real bloodsucker.

And Dana?

Who's next? It's a matter of time.

Well, what a nice little family reunion.

Uncle George, Uncle Bob, and my loving wife.

Come with me, Joanna.

What are you talking about, Sonny? What's happening here?

Better go with him. He's having a fit.

Come on, honey.

Come with me.

Your husband.

Poor, crazy son.

What are you going to do?

I'm dry.

I said I'm dry.

No time.

Would you like me to do it?

What do you think of your little games now, huh, Joanne?

If I understand you correctly, Mrs. Brown, You're telling me that no member

the family deserves the inheritance, and therefore you would like to leave

everything to charity, unless something happens that has some direct effect on

it. Is that correct?

Exactly. I've given you written documentation, a real account of what

the last few days.

I've read it. Are you certain of what you've written?

Yes.

Good. Then you have one more day, sir.

Thank you.

I'll see you soon.

I want your 50 % on for George.

The other half's always been mine.

Dana tricked you. I'll be the new president.

I don't know what you're talking about, Sonny.

Evidently, the excitement has rattled your brain.

I've never felt better, Uncle George.

We're all happy for you, Sonny, but that's not a wise idea.

You wouldn't know where to start.

Why, do you?

Uncle George here wants to sell the industry so he can pay back his debts

spend the inheritance someplace far away.

Under Bob's instructions, Joanna, who carried the false medical report, So

they can lock me up. They ain't a brain to drunk all the time and fight me back.

I could go on for hours, but there's no time.

Just a few more minutes and we'll see who the winner is.

Knock will be back in a little while.

Sarah's upstairs waiting for him.

No matter what the decision is, I will be the new president.

You and Sarah, you're in this together, aren't you?

When we all know that she's nothing more than a worthless whore. I don't give a

damn about her.

And one other thing.

The inheritance will be divided up by us, not her.

Mrs. Brun has told me her decision.

But she has a proposal to make before the opening of the well. What kind of

proposal?

There will be no dividing of the inheritance, and you will be free to

it as you see fit.

That is, if you'll authorize the publication of my next book.

What kind of book?

The family biography, filled with all the spicy details.

Including you, Sarah?

Of course.

I couldn't let my reader down.

We will not allow our family name to be dragged through the mud in order to

publish the sexual exploits of this two -bit whore.

Are these your last words?

Yes.

Fine. As this is the case, the inheritance will be designated to a

Lionel Durrington.

That's illegal.

We are legitimate heirs to the inheritance.

You're right.

But Mrs. Broon has handed me a written report demonstrating the unworthiness of

this family. She made you a proposal, and you refused.

Therefore... Therefore, we don't have a choice.

Don't any of you understand the game?

I accept.

Debbie.

It says my inheritance is valued at the sum of 500 million dollars in liquid

assets.

500 million?

The sum of 250 million will be divided among the relatives.

What? That's only half. Where's the rest?

The remaining 250 will be transferred to the account of... To the account?

Mr. Archibald Conway.

Oh, God. Archibald Conway.

Archibald Conway.

Goodbye, Lionel.

Thank you.

Thanks to you, Sarah.

Lionel?

It's you.

It's really you.

You're more alive than ever.

Crazy old Lionel.

So that must be Archibald who's down there.

Archibald... Conway, that is.

The poor old guy who I wanted to give a decent burial in exchange for his

precious identity.

But why did you choose me? Why me?

I wanted to have some fun behind my relative's back. They've had it coming

long time.

I knew the moment had arrived.

For me to give up my squalid existence.

Business, money, and I having relatives.

What a bore.

You brought joy back to my life with your gifts as a writer. No one else

have done it like you did.

I knew you could do it. Now I want you to get as far away from here and these

people as possible.

But you mustn't write this chapter.

Right, Sarah?

Lionel, honey.

Come on. We're going to miss the plane.

Good luck Archibald Conway