1 00:00:04,004 --> 00:00:06,740 -I call it earthy glam. -(gasps) 2 00:00:06,840 --> 00:00:08,742 Soft neutral tones for Madison 3 00:00:08,743 --> 00:00:10,343 with a little razzle-dazzle mixed in for me. 4 00:00:10,344 --> 00:00:12,246 It's the perfect palette, 5 00:00:12,346 --> 00:00:13,666 representing both brides. 6 00:00:13,714 --> 00:00:15,704 From one to ten, how much are you loving 7 00:00:15,705 --> 00:00:17,083 this part of wedding planning? 8 00:00:17,084 --> 00:00:18,819 Hmm, I give it a 15. 9 00:00:18,919 --> 00:00:20,020 (all laughing) 10 00:00:21,088 --> 00:00:23,056 -Oh, it's so good. -Thank you. 11 00:00:23,156 --> 00:00:24,992 ? Deep down inside... ? 12 00:00:25,993 --> 00:00:27,043 KAT: Wow. 13 00:00:27,060 --> 00:00:28,795 So they're still a thing? 14 00:00:28,896 --> 00:00:31,865 Oh, they've been on and off. 15 00:00:34,268 --> 00:00:36,637 -Clearly on at the moment. -Mm-hmm. 16 00:00:36,737 --> 00:00:38,305 See? Breaks can be good. 17 00:00:38,405 --> 00:00:40,641 Tomas and I aren't on a break. 18 00:00:40,741 --> 00:00:42,042 He's visiting family. 19 00:00:42,142 --> 00:00:43,510 And when he comes back, 20 00:00:43,610 --> 00:00:45,779 we'll practically be living together. 21 00:00:45,879 --> 00:00:47,981 -Oh, you moved into your condo? -Not yet. 22 00:00:48,081 --> 00:00:50,251 The decorator is still working her magic, 23 00:00:50,284 --> 00:00:51,885 which is probably for the best, 24 00:00:51,985 --> 00:00:54,555 since Gran starts radiation today. 25 00:00:54,655 --> 00:00:57,157 We don't know how she'll react. 26 00:00:57,257 --> 00:01:00,561 So I want to be around just in case they need me. 27 00:01:01,528 --> 00:01:03,597 (doorbell rings) 28 00:01:03,697 --> 00:01:04,998 I'll get it, Rowena! 29 00:01:09,303 --> 00:01:11,004 -(chuckles) -Martin, come in. 30 00:01:11,104 --> 00:01:12,406 Sorry I didn't call first. 31 00:01:12,506 --> 00:01:14,641 I wanted to pop in and check on you and Gran. 32 00:01:14,741 --> 00:01:18,045 Well, you know you're always welcome here anytime. 33 00:01:18,046 --> 00:01:20,146 But your grandmother isn't home right now. 34 00:01:20,147 --> 00:01:22,950 She's, uh, still at her radiation treatment. 35 00:01:22,951 --> 00:01:25,318 -I'm surprised you didn't tag along. -(chuckles) 36 00:01:25,319 --> 00:01:29,957 Anita was adamant about wanting to slay this dragon solo. 37 00:01:30,057 --> 00:01:32,225 Gran may be the toughest woman I know. 38 00:01:32,226 --> 00:01:34,193 Radiation better watch out. (chuckles) 39 00:01:34,194 --> 00:01:35,796 Don't I know it? Yeah. 40 00:01:35,896 --> 00:01:37,064 How are you? 41 00:01:37,164 --> 00:01:39,967 How's the new role at Celia Dean's advisement firm? 42 00:01:40,067 --> 00:01:42,202 It's amazing. Yeah. 43 00:01:42,302 --> 00:01:45,439 I'm working with a young lady who's running for a seat 44 00:01:45,539 --> 00:01:47,741 on the Louisville Metro Council. 45 00:01:47,841 --> 00:01:49,109 Debate prep? 46 00:01:49,209 --> 00:01:51,178 Nerves are getting to her. 47 00:01:51,278 --> 00:01:55,015 And you instructed her to rely on her personal anecdotes 48 00:01:55,115 --> 00:01:56,617 over statistics. 49 00:01:56,717 --> 00:01:59,127 -The exact same advice you gave me. -(chuckles) 50 00:01:59,219 --> 00:02:00,320 Yeah. 51 00:02:00,420 --> 00:02:01,722 Sweetheart. 52 00:02:01,822 --> 00:02:02,956 That was quick. 53 00:02:03,056 --> 00:02:05,759 Uh, everything all right with your appointment? 54 00:02:05,760 --> 00:02:07,293 Everything was wonderful, my love. 55 00:02:07,294 --> 00:02:08,662 Mmm. Mm-hmm. 56 00:02:08,762 --> 00:02:09,963 (both chuckle) 57 00:02:10,063 --> 00:02:12,699 ? ? 58 00:02:40,060 --> 00:02:42,496 Hey, baby, guess who I ran into today. 59 00:02:42,596 --> 00:02:43,930 EVA: Who? 60 00:02:44,031 --> 00:02:45,432 Deanna McBride. 61 00:02:45,532 --> 00:02:47,701 (grunts) Seems like she's doing better. 62 00:02:47,801 --> 00:02:50,103 -Aw, good for her. -Yeah. 63 00:02:50,104 --> 00:02:52,405 Yeah, she, uh, she's working alongside her mom 64 00:02:52,406 --> 00:02:54,875 for the summer. Loving the quality time. 65 00:02:54,975 --> 00:02:58,111 Vanessa was really torn up about them not getting along. 66 00:02:58,211 --> 00:03:00,280 I'm glad they figured it out. 67 00:03:02,416 --> 00:03:03,466 What? 68 00:03:03,467 --> 00:03:04,750 You don't like my outfit? 69 00:03:04,751 --> 00:03:06,253 (sighs) I... 70 00:03:06,353 --> 00:03:09,122 love your outfit. 71 00:03:09,222 --> 00:03:10,457 Damn, woman. 72 00:03:10,557 --> 00:03:12,225 Ooh, you look good. 73 00:03:12,325 --> 00:03:14,161 What? Ooh! 74 00:03:14,261 --> 00:03:15,796 How good? 75 00:03:15,896 --> 00:03:18,131 Way too delicious for our plans. 76 00:03:18,132 --> 00:03:19,832 You're making it tough to leave the crib. 77 00:03:19,833 --> 00:03:21,902 -Mmm. -(chuckles) 78 00:03:22,002 --> 00:03:24,171 Give me a little spin. (exhales) 79 00:03:25,772 --> 00:03:28,341 -Join us! Join us! -What are you two up to? 80 00:03:28,342 --> 00:03:30,609 -(chuckles) -Oh, I think we have had a very productive day, 81 00:03:30,610 --> 00:03:32,045 haven't we, Sissy? 82 00:03:32,145 --> 00:03:34,615 We managed to get caught up on the latest hot goss 83 00:03:34,681 --> 00:03:36,683 and ruin Leslie's day. 84 00:03:36,684 --> 00:03:38,984 -Well, this I must hear. -Oh, I might have let it slip 85 00:03:38,985 --> 00:03:41,455 that Ted recently declared his love for Shanice. 86 00:03:41,555 --> 00:03:43,890 -She did not take it well. -(laughs) 87 00:03:43,891 --> 00:03:45,858 Oh, you know what, I should give him a call 88 00:03:45,859 --> 00:03:48,295 -and give him a heads-up. -Absolutely not. 89 00:03:48,395 --> 00:03:51,264 Let Ted deal with his baby mama drama all on his own. 90 00:03:51,364 --> 00:03:52,999 She has a point. 91 00:03:53,100 --> 00:03:58,405 Besides, your attention would be much better directed over there. 92 00:04:02,856 --> 00:04:07,613 What the hell, Dana? I could've been with a patient. 93 00:04:07,614 --> 00:04:09,583 It's an emergency. 94 00:04:09,683 --> 00:04:10,851 Is it Eva? 95 00:04:10,852 --> 00:04:12,251 Are there complications from the surgery? 96 00:04:12,252 --> 00:04:13,302 No. 97 00:04:13,320 --> 00:04:15,122 No, it's you and your foolishness. 98 00:04:15,222 --> 00:04:18,358 You're ruining our last chance to get this right. 99 00:04:21,461 --> 00:04:24,997 This is my workplace. You can't just show up 100 00:04:24,998 --> 00:04:27,367 -and cause a scene whenever you want. -Right. 101 00:04:27,467 --> 00:04:29,803 Because perception matters to you most. 102 00:04:30,804 --> 00:04:31,938 It is the whole reason 103 00:04:32,038 --> 00:04:33,240 that you abandoned me 104 00:04:33,340 --> 00:04:35,208 -in the first place. -(sighs) 105 00:04:35,308 --> 00:04:38,545 You were more afraid of tarnishing your rep 106 00:04:38,645 --> 00:04:41,815 than losing the woman who you loved, 107 00:04:41,915 --> 00:04:44,384 the one who was carrying your child. 108 00:04:44,484 --> 00:04:48,522 Dana, why are you talking about ancient history? 109 00:04:48,622 --> 00:04:51,391 Because I've been going along all this time, 110 00:04:51,491 --> 00:04:55,061 thinking that eventually you would come to your senses. 111 00:04:55,062 --> 00:04:58,264 But here you are, about to make the same mistake all over again. 112 00:04:58,265 --> 00:04:59,666 What mistake is that? 113 00:04:59,766 --> 00:05:01,668 Choosing who's safe, Ted, 114 00:05:01,768 --> 00:05:03,036 instead of the one. 115 00:05:03,136 --> 00:05:06,606 The woman who brings out your passion. 116 00:05:06,706 --> 00:05:10,410 (scoffs) I am finally rebuilding my life 117 00:05:10,510 --> 00:05:12,879 after you tried to tear it to shreds. 118 00:05:12,979 --> 00:05:14,714 I won't apologize for that. 119 00:05:14,815 --> 00:05:17,384 Ted, for once in your life, 120 00:05:17,484 --> 00:05:22,088 can't you just grab what's in front of you? 121 00:05:22,189 --> 00:05:24,391 -(sighs) -You know Nursey- 122 00:05:24,491 --> 00:05:28,128 she doesn't bring out the fire like I can. 123 00:05:28,228 --> 00:05:30,831 She will never be me. 124 00:05:31,832 --> 00:05:34,334 I could talk to you until I'm blue in the face 125 00:05:34,434 --> 00:05:36,336 that it's all in your head, 126 00:05:36,436 --> 00:05:38,271 that you're crazy. 127 00:05:38,371 --> 00:05:39,706 -Crazy? -But I won't. 128 00:05:39,806 --> 00:05:41,975 Let's sit. We need to have a conversation. 129 00:05:45,645 --> 00:05:46,980 Have you spoken with Noah? 130 00:05:46,981 --> 00:05:48,647 Apparently he got the job at the free clinic. 131 00:05:48,648 --> 00:05:50,717 He called me right after the interview. 132 00:05:50,817 --> 00:05:53,107 Oh, well, Eva said that she'd hired someone, 133 00:05:53,153 --> 00:05:55,121 but I didn't realize it was your son. 134 00:05:55,122 --> 00:05:56,956 Why didn't you tell me he was applying? 135 00:05:56,957 --> 00:05:58,524 -I could have helped. -I would not want 136 00:05:58,525 --> 00:05:59,758 to put you in that position. 137 00:05:59,759 --> 00:06:01,360 And, frankly, the only experience 138 00:06:01,361 --> 00:06:02,661 that Noah has in health care 139 00:06:02,662 --> 00:06:05,197 is playing music for the patients when he was a teenager. 140 00:06:05,198 --> 00:06:07,334 Sure, but I believe in hiring 141 00:06:07,434 --> 00:06:09,769 -and helping bright young people. -DANI: Yes. 142 00:06:09,770 --> 00:06:11,804 We believe in the next generation and nepotism. 143 00:06:11,805 --> 00:06:13,874 -(laughter) -Big fans. 144 00:06:13,974 --> 00:06:15,842 My daughter is working with me 145 00:06:15,942 --> 00:06:17,872 at my real estate company this summer. 146 00:06:18,845 --> 00:06:20,914 Um, I know. I-I know you didn't get 147 00:06:21,014 --> 00:06:23,964 the best impression of my girl at the opening of the clinic. 148 00:06:24,918 --> 00:06:26,786 I'm not here to judge. 149 00:06:26,887 --> 00:06:28,488 She flew off the handle, but... 150 00:06:28,588 --> 00:06:30,557 -she was fragile then. -NICOLE: Yeah. 151 00:06:30,657 --> 00:06:32,459 They are working through it. 152 00:06:32,559 --> 00:06:34,394 I'm glad to hear that. 153 00:06:34,494 --> 00:06:36,229 Dope spot. 154 00:06:36,329 --> 00:06:39,532 They have good music and even better cocktails. 155 00:06:42,969 --> 00:06:44,504 Friends of yours? 156 00:06:44,604 --> 00:06:46,006 Our moms are friends. 157 00:06:46,106 --> 00:06:47,641 So we grew up together. Sort of. 158 00:06:47,642 --> 00:06:49,174 They're older than Donnell and me. 159 00:06:49,175 --> 00:06:50,225 Your brother? 160 00:06:50,310 --> 00:06:51,378 Twin. 161 00:06:51,478 --> 00:06:54,114 -Interesting. -Mm-hmm. 162 00:06:56,149 --> 00:06:57,199 Welcome. 163 00:06:58,184 --> 00:06:59,319 What can I get you? 164 00:06:59,419 --> 00:07:01,409 It's my first time here, so surprise me. 165 00:07:01,454 --> 00:07:04,624 Two surprises, please. 166 00:07:06,593 --> 00:07:09,162 Well, I've been dying to know- 167 00:07:09,262 --> 00:07:12,392 how in the world did a musician end up working at a free clinic? 168 00:07:12,432 --> 00:07:14,734 Same way you ended up at your job- 169 00:07:14,834 --> 00:07:16,136 connections. 170 00:07:16,236 --> 00:07:17,704 JACOB: Hey, man. 171 00:07:18,705 --> 00:07:20,340 I wanted to check on you. 172 00:07:20,440 --> 00:07:21,908 Great timing. 173 00:07:22,008 --> 00:07:25,378 I was just finishing reading an email from my editor. 174 00:07:25,478 --> 00:07:27,647 She's putting me up for a DMV Press Award 175 00:07:27,747 --> 00:07:29,349 for the Red Market series. 176 00:07:29,449 --> 00:07:30,499 Wow! Look at that. 177 00:07:30,583 --> 00:07:31,973 -Congrats, man. -Thank you. 178 00:07:31,974 --> 00:07:33,886 It's getting us some extra attention, 179 00:07:33,887 --> 00:07:35,454 and now it's gonna run in a national magazine. 180 00:07:35,455 --> 00:07:37,424 That's awesome. 181 00:07:37,425 --> 00:07:39,858 -But will you also put...? -Oh, it's already covered. 182 00:07:39,859 --> 00:07:42,569 I'm putting the tip line for the Metro PD in the story, 183 00:07:42,629 --> 00:07:45,398 and hopefully it'll generate us some more leads. 184 00:07:45,498 --> 00:07:46,967 Sounds promising. 185 00:07:47,067 --> 00:07:50,103 Although I don't know how my pops will respond to that. 186 00:07:51,104 --> 00:07:54,574 Is he upset that I'm part of the investigation? 187 00:07:54,575 --> 00:07:56,241 Mostly it's about the case going cold 188 00:07:56,242 --> 00:07:59,079 and him having to manage the department's resources. 189 00:07:59,179 --> 00:08:02,182 He basically asked me to wash my hands and walk away. 190 00:08:02,282 --> 00:08:05,685 But you're not gonna do that, right? 191 00:08:05,785 --> 00:08:07,454 Derek died saving my life, 192 00:08:07,554 --> 00:08:10,957 so I'm not letting go until I get justice for him. 193 00:08:11,057 --> 00:08:13,793 The radiation session only took about 15 minutes, 194 00:08:13,893 --> 00:08:15,695 and I feel fine. Better than fine. 195 00:08:15,795 --> 00:08:17,831 (chuckles) That's fantastic, Gran. 196 00:08:17,832 --> 00:08:18,931 I have an idea. 197 00:08:18,932 --> 00:08:20,400 Let's go out. 198 00:08:20,500 --> 00:08:22,602 I'll call Smitty. 199 00:08:22,702 --> 00:08:24,004 Make it a double date. 200 00:08:24,104 --> 00:08:26,806 Your grandmother's pulling your leg, Martin. 201 00:08:26,807 --> 00:08:27,906 No, I'm not. 202 00:08:27,907 --> 00:08:29,075 Call him, Martin. 203 00:08:29,175 --> 00:08:30,675 In fact, call the whole family. 204 00:08:30,710 --> 00:08:33,246 I want to paint the town red. Ha. 205 00:08:36,196 --> 00:08:40,185 Izaiah, if you don't hurry up, I'm gonna rearrange 206 00:08:40,186 --> 00:08:42,155 this entire apartment. 207 00:08:42,255 --> 00:08:44,785 I wanted to make sure I brought your painkillers, 208 00:08:44,858 --> 00:08:46,159 just in case. 209 00:08:47,427 --> 00:08:48,762 And the jacket? 210 00:08:48,862 --> 00:08:50,897 It's summer in D.C. 211 00:08:50,997 --> 00:08:53,033 Might get cold in the restaurant. 212 00:08:54,034 --> 00:08:57,604 Okay, Izaiah, I'm gonna hold your hand when I say this, 213 00:08:57,704 --> 00:08:59,072 but you're doing the most. 214 00:08:59,073 --> 00:09:00,806 And it's not that I don't appreciate 215 00:09:00,807 --> 00:09:03,397 everything that you're doing, but you got to chill. 216 00:09:03,443 --> 00:09:05,478 It's just dinner. (chuckles softly) 217 00:09:05,578 --> 00:09:08,915 It's not just dinner when I almost lost you. 218 00:09:09,015 --> 00:09:11,384 Okay, every outing with you 219 00:09:11,484 --> 00:09:13,420 feels like a miracle. 220 00:09:13,421 --> 00:09:17,656 I feel sorry for anyone who's never experienced 221 00:09:17,657 --> 00:09:18,992 this kind of care. 222 00:09:18,993 --> 00:09:21,026 Because if they had a man who looks at them 223 00:09:21,027 --> 00:09:22,562 the way you look at me, 224 00:09:22,662 --> 00:09:25,799 ooh, they would never let them go. 225 00:09:25,899 --> 00:09:26,949 (chuckles softly) 226 00:09:28,768 --> 00:09:33,039 I could never understand why you attacked me so publicly. 227 00:09:33,139 --> 00:09:35,608 To out me, to out Eva 228 00:09:35,708 --> 00:09:37,277 at my anniversary 229 00:09:37,377 --> 00:09:39,679 if you wanted us to be back together. 230 00:09:39,779 --> 00:09:42,315 -I thought... -But I get it now. 231 00:09:42,415 --> 00:09:45,245 You believed that I cared more about my social standing 232 00:09:45,246 --> 00:09:46,819 than my marriage. And with that out of the way, 233 00:09:46,820 --> 00:09:48,988 we could be back together. 234 00:09:49,989 --> 00:09:53,927 You've always cared too much about everyone else's opinions. 235 00:09:54,928 --> 00:09:58,231 The man you're describing is a coward. 236 00:09:58,331 --> 00:09:59,999 Why would you even want him? 237 00:10:01,167 --> 00:10:03,503 Because we share that weakness. 238 00:10:04,871 --> 00:10:10,610 I understand what it feels like to want the world's respect 239 00:10:10,710 --> 00:10:12,445 and crave it. 240 00:10:12,545 --> 00:10:16,149 But if you can't get past this nonsense 241 00:10:16,249 --> 00:10:20,153 and-and bring our family back together, Ted... 242 00:10:20,253 --> 00:10:21,588 (sighs) 243 00:10:21,688 --> 00:10:25,091 Listen, I don't care what everyone else thinks. 244 00:10:25,191 --> 00:10:27,794 Okay? And neither should you. 245 00:10:28,795 --> 00:10:32,298 I know that the people who love you would eventually... 246 00:10:32,398 --> 00:10:34,801 be happy for us. 247 00:10:34,901 --> 00:10:36,469 Well, maybe not everyone. 248 00:10:36,569 --> 00:10:38,404 Not, like, Kat. 249 00:10:38,505 --> 00:10:41,040 But everyone else maybe. 250 00:10:41,141 --> 00:10:44,811 I don't want to hurt you more than I already have, Dana. 251 00:10:45,812 --> 00:10:48,481 But the story you're telling yourself 252 00:10:48,581 --> 00:10:51,217 about us being a real family, 253 00:10:51,317 --> 00:10:52,852 it isn't real. 254 00:10:54,454 --> 00:10:57,090 When we met, I was miserable, lonely. 255 00:10:57,091 --> 00:10:58,457 I couldn't connect with Nicole. 256 00:10:58,458 --> 00:11:00,560 And you came in passionate and daring, 257 00:11:00,660 --> 00:11:02,529 hearing and seeing me. 258 00:11:04,364 --> 00:11:06,733 You made me forget. You made me feel better. 259 00:11:08,535 --> 00:11:10,036 But that wasn't love, Dana. 260 00:11:10,136 --> 00:11:11,905 That was convenience. 261 00:11:13,273 --> 00:11:15,175 And one day, 262 00:11:15,275 --> 00:11:17,277 you're gonna find the real thing. 263 00:11:18,678 --> 00:11:20,880 It's gonna be so affirming, 264 00:11:20,980 --> 00:11:24,384 you're gonna be glad you didn't make the wrong choice with me. 265 00:11:26,819 --> 00:11:30,456 How dare you patronize me? 266 00:11:32,025 --> 00:11:34,127 How dare you... 267 00:11:34,227 --> 00:11:38,064 make it seem that what we had wasn't real? 268 00:11:39,766 --> 00:11:41,935 Let me tell you something. 269 00:11:42,035 --> 00:11:43,085 Hmm. 270 00:11:44,037 --> 00:11:45,805 This thing that you think you have 271 00:11:45,905 --> 00:11:49,742 is nothing but an imitation of love. 272 00:11:49,842 --> 00:11:54,013 And when all hell breaks loose with you and Shanice- 273 00:11:54,113 --> 00:11:56,382 and believe me, it will... 274 00:11:56,729 --> 00:12:00,052 ...don't you dare come running to me 275 00:12:00,053 --> 00:12:02,956 to help you put the pieces back together again. 276 00:12:04,591 --> 00:12:07,527 Because I won't be there. 277 00:12:15,141 --> 00:12:18,704 Where's the fianc�e tonight, Chels? 278 00:12:18,705 --> 00:12:20,673 Working. She's pulling an ELISA. 279 00:12:20,773 --> 00:12:22,775 She doing what? Who, what, where? 280 00:12:22,875 --> 00:12:24,143 -An ELISA. -(chuckles) 281 00:12:24,244 --> 00:12:25,624 It's a research assignment. 282 00:12:25,712 --> 00:12:28,848 It means "enzyme-linked" to something something. 283 00:12:28,849 --> 00:12:30,382 -(chuckles) -Oh, good. Points for accuracy, Chels. 284 00:12:30,383 --> 00:12:31,985 -(laughs) -Nice job. 285 00:12:31,986 --> 00:12:34,286 -(laughs) -All I know is, it takes a long time 286 00:12:34,287 --> 00:12:35,547 and it's super important. 287 00:12:35,622 --> 00:12:37,123 My baby's a genius. 288 00:12:37,223 --> 00:12:38,324 Sounds like it. 289 00:12:38,325 --> 00:12:39,758 You know, it makes me think I should be doing 290 00:12:39,759 --> 00:12:42,160 something more important with my evening, too. 291 00:12:42,161 --> 00:12:44,130 -This is important. -NAOMI: I agree. 292 00:12:44,230 --> 00:12:48,234 Social connection is important for a healthy mind. 293 00:12:48,334 --> 00:12:50,803 We've all had one hell of a year. 294 00:12:50,903 --> 00:12:53,573 We all need this. 295 00:12:53,673 --> 00:12:56,263 Anything else pop up about Lia maybe playing a role 296 00:12:56,309 --> 00:12:58,177 in Lynette's disappearance? 297 00:12:58,278 --> 00:13:00,280 Well... 298 00:13:00,380 --> 00:13:02,215 just more... (grunts) 299 00:13:02,315 --> 00:13:05,251 confirmation that she definitely has a motive 300 00:13:05,252 --> 00:13:07,753 to go after the woman who drained her retirement savings. 301 00:13:07,754 --> 00:13:12,125 But nothing that would hold up under any kind of scrutiny. 302 00:13:12,225 --> 00:13:13,593 So you're gonna drop it? 303 00:13:13,693 --> 00:13:15,995 I'm gonna temper it. 304 00:13:16,095 --> 00:13:17,263 But... 305 00:13:17,264 --> 00:13:19,031 regardless of who's responsible, 306 00:13:19,032 --> 00:13:22,835 it's just weird that Lynette just disappeared. 307 00:13:24,837 --> 00:13:27,774 My gut is telling me that there's a story there. 308 00:13:27,874 --> 00:13:29,442 Well, hey, 309 00:13:29,542 --> 00:13:31,778 who am I to question the instincts 310 00:13:31,878 --> 00:13:33,646 of an award-winning journalist? 311 00:13:33,647 --> 00:13:35,414 -(phone buzzing) -Right. -(chuckles) 312 00:13:35,415 --> 00:13:36,465 Oh. 313 00:13:39,085 --> 00:13:40,653 -Hey, babe. -MARTIN: Hey. 314 00:13:40,753 --> 00:13:42,488 what are you doing right now? 315 00:13:42,588 --> 00:13:44,557 I am catching up with Jacob. 316 00:13:44,657 --> 00:13:45,892 He stopped by the house. 317 00:13:45,992 --> 00:13:47,493 Perfect. Meet us at Uptown. 318 00:13:47,593 --> 00:13:49,062 Jacob, too. 319 00:13:49,162 --> 00:13:51,597 Okay. I can pass along the message. 320 00:13:51,598 --> 00:13:52,698 See you there. 321 00:13:52,699 --> 00:13:54,100 Gran wants to party. 322 00:13:54,200 --> 00:13:55,250 Ah. 323 00:13:55,301 --> 00:13:57,570 Well, then, what Anita wants, 324 00:13:57,670 --> 00:13:59,339 Anita gets. 325 00:14:04,076 --> 00:14:07,546 Tyrell and Samantha can't get away, 326 00:14:07,547 --> 00:14:10,183 but Smitty and Jacob are gonna meet us at Uptown. 327 00:14:11,184 --> 00:14:12,785 Great. What about the others? 328 00:14:12,885 --> 00:14:15,088 Kat, Chelsea, and Naomi are already there. 329 00:14:15,188 --> 00:14:17,056 You see, Vernon? It's fate. 330 00:14:17,156 --> 00:14:19,086 Now we just have to get Dani and Nicole. 331 00:14:19,158 --> 00:14:21,794 It's not too late to gather everyone here. 332 00:14:21,894 --> 00:14:23,563 That way, if you get tired, 333 00:14:23,663 --> 00:14:25,598 you can go upstairs and rest. 334 00:14:25,698 --> 00:14:27,600 No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no. 335 00:14:27,700 --> 00:14:30,770 I have missed too much already due to this illness. 336 00:14:30,870 --> 00:14:33,172 We were forced to cancel New Year's Eve, 337 00:14:33,272 --> 00:14:35,141 missed our annual Mardi Gras trip, 338 00:14:35,241 --> 00:14:37,143 and I missed Kat's birthday 339 00:14:37,144 --> 00:14:39,077 for the first time since the day she was born. 340 00:14:39,078 --> 00:14:41,080 No, I need to get back to normal. 341 00:14:41,180 --> 00:14:42,415 Okay. 342 00:14:42,515 --> 00:14:45,451 But I'll be watching you like a hawk, young lady. 343 00:14:45,551 --> 00:14:47,286 I'll know when it's time to leave. 344 00:14:47,387 --> 00:14:49,188 When you say so, we will call it. 345 00:14:49,288 --> 00:14:50,618 -I promise. -(chuckling) 346 00:14:50,690 --> 00:14:53,159 I'm going to get gussied up. (chuckles) 347 00:14:53,259 --> 00:14:55,194 Mwah. 348 00:14:55,294 --> 00:14:56,696 Oh, it's Jacob. 349 00:14:56,796 --> 00:14:59,365 He and most of the family are on their way over. 350 00:14:59,465 --> 00:15:01,100 Oh. Fun. 351 00:15:01,200 --> 00:15:03,903 Yeah. Gran is starting to feel like herself again, 352 00:15:04,003 --> 00:15:05,573 -so she wants to celebrate. -Mm. 353 00:15:05,671 --> 00:15:07,601 -I love that for you guys. -(chuckles) 354 00:15:07,640 --> 00:15:08,690 Me, too. 355 00:15:11,043 --> 00:15:12,412 What is it? 356 00:15:12,512 --> 00:15:14,847 This is the first time I'll be seeing Mom 357 00:15:14,947 --> 00:15:15,997 since she found out 358 00:15:16,082 --> 00:15:18,132 I'm considering preventative surgery. 359 00:15:18,151 --> 00:15:20,720 -No calls or texts? -Nope. 360 00:15:20,820 --> 00:15:24,257 According to Andre, she's "giving me space." Ugh. 361 00:15:24,357 --> 00:15:26,859 Well, maybe she doesn't know what to say. 362 00:15:26,959 --> 00:15:32,031 Ashley, she thinks I'm leaning the wrong way on this decision. 363 00:15:32,131 --> 00:15:33,451 I don't know. It sounds to me 364 00:15:33,499 --> 00:15:36,269 like Dani's just being respectful of your boundaries. 365 00:15:36,769 --> 00:15:38,604 So, my dad knows Eva, 366 00:15:38,605 --> 00:15:40,806 and he knew she was looking for someone more permanent 367 00:15:40,807 --> 00:15:42,041 to run the clinic, 368 00:15:42,141 --> 00:15:45,178 so he encouraged me to follow up, and, bam, hired. 369 00:15:45,278 --> 00:15:49,015 I met Eva when they dedicated the clinic to my father. 370 00:15:49,115 --> 00:15:50,550 It wasn't my best day. 371 00:15:50,650 --> 00:15:53,240 My mother, who was supposed to be a grieving widow, 372 00:15:53,241 --> 00:15:54,319 brought a date. 373 00:15:54,320 --> 00:15:56,622 To a ceremony honoring your dad? 374 00:15:56,722 --> 00:15:58,090 So you feel me. 375 00:15:58,191 --> 00:16:00,059 She said he was her friend, 376 00:16:00,159 --> 00:16:01,599 but everybody knew the truth 377 00:16:01,627 --> 00:16:03,563 and I just lost it. 378 00:16:03,564 --> 00:16:06,665 And I'm sure everyone's still probably talking about the twin 379 00:16:06,666 --> 00:16:08,968 who crashed out right here at Uptown. 380 00:16:08,969 --> 00:16:10,068 Well, give yourself a break. 381 00:16:10,069 --> 00:16:11,304 Grief is hard. 382 00:16:11,404 --> 00:16:13,906 I was all over the place when my mom died. 383 00:16:14,006 --> 00:16:16,209 But you're better with yours now, right? 384 00:16:16,210 --> 00:16:17,309 Yes. 385 00:16:17,310 --> 00:16:18,811 And no. 386 00:16:20,179 --> 00:16:22,348 I mean, I started working with my mom 387 00:16:22,448 --> 00:16:24,318 because I really want us to be closer. 388 00:16:24,350 --> 00:16:25,818 But... 389 00:16:25,918 --> 00:16:27,487 there's more to it, too. 390 00:16:27,587 --> 00:16:28,855 Like what? 391 00:16:28,955 --> 00:16:30,890 Hey, Deanna. 392 00:16:30,990 --> 00:16:32,525 -Hey, Kat. Hey, Chelsea, -Hey. 393 00:16:32,625 --> 00:16:34,393 Mmm. 394 00:16:34,494 --> 00:16:36,229 This is Noah Rollins. 395 00:16:36,329 --> 00:16:37,763 Rollins? Are you 396 00:16:37,864 --> 00:16:40,733 -related to Kial? -Uh, yeah, he's my dad. 397 00:16:40,833 --> 00:16:42,001 Small world. 398 00:16:42,101 --> 00:16:43,703 Your dad and my mom are dating. 399 00:16:43,704 --> 00:16:46,071 Oh. I actually got to meet her. She seems really sweet. 400 00:16:46,072 --> 00:16:47,974 -Hmm. -Wait a second. 401 00:16:47,975 --> 00:16:49,908 Did Aunt Nicole set the two of you up? 402 00:16:49,909 --> 00:16:51,210 No, not at all. 403 00:16:51,310 --> 00:16:53,840 I didn't even realize we were connected until now. 404 00:16:53,846 --> 00:16:55,414 Did you? 405 00:16:55,515 --> 00:16:57,283 No. 406 00:16:57,383 --> 00:17:01,354 Didn't really think of the six degrees of separation of it all. 407 00:17:01,454 --> 00:17:03,589 I am just happy that Noah is working. 408 00:17:03,689 --> 00:17:05,799 Means that he's gonna have his own place, 409 00:17:05,858 --> 00:17:08,861 and I will have my condo back to myself again. 410 00:17:08,961 --> 00:17:12,765 Good. Because Nicole here has been complaining nonstop 411 00:17:12,766 --> 00:17:14,900 about you being all up in her space. Mm-hmm. 412 00:17:14,901 --> 00:17:17,369 -Hogging the covers, using up all the hot water. -(Nicole scoffs) 413 00:17:17,370 --> 00:17:18,638 The lies you tell. 414 00:17:18,639 --> 00:17:21,139 Do not listen to a word that comes out of her mouth. 415 00:17:21,140 --> 00:17:23,843 You know I have been very happy to have you with me. 416 00:17:23,844 --> 00:17:26,177 -In her bedroom, in her shower... -DANI: Yeah. Yeah. 417 00:17:26,178 --> 00:17:28,046 -All right, all right. We-we get it. -(laughing) 418 00:17:28,047 --> 00:17:29,382 We get it. (chuckles) 419 00:17:29,482 --> 00:17:30,550 (phones chime) 420 00:17:30,650 --> 00:17:32,285 -(chuckles) Oh. -Oh. 421 00:17:32,385 --> 00:17:34,854 -Group text? -From Martin. 422 00:17:34,855 --> 00:17:37,188 Apparently Mother requests our appearance at Uptown. 423 00:17:37,189 --> 00:17:39,058 What's going on? 424 00:17:39,158 --> 00:17:41,494 It just says "celebrating renewed health." 425 00:17:41,594 --> 00:17:42,695 Come with? 426 00:17:42,795 --> 00:17:45,264 I'd love to, but it's been a day. 427 00:17:45,364 --> 00:17:47,354 I desperately need to relax and unwind. 428 00:17:47,355 --> 00:17:49,834 But please give my love to my other favorite Duprees. 429 00:17:49,835 --> 00:17:51,871 -Will do. -We will. 430 00:17:51,971 --> 00:17:53,773 -You call me later. -Will do. 431 00:17:53,873 --> 00:17:55,174 Count on it. 432 00:17:57,910 --> 00:17:59,946 (chuckles) 433 00:18:01,314 --> 00:18:02,815 How did I get so lucky? 434 00:18:02,915 --> 00:18:04,550 The same way I did. (chuckles) 435 00:18:04,650 --> 00:18:05,700 Where's Martin? 436 00:18:05,751 --> 00:18:07,131 Did you hear from the girls? 437 00:18:07,219 --> 00:18:08,287 Martin went ahead. 438 00:18:08,387 --> 00:18:11,524 And everyone else gladly RSVP'd. 439 00:18:11,686 --> 00:18:14,526 Your chariot awaits, madame. 440 00:18:14,527 --> 00:18:17,463 Thank you for indulging me, sweetheart. 441 00:18:17,563 --> 00:18:20,166 You don't know what this means to me. 442 00:18:20,266 --> 00:18:22,668 As if I could ever say no to that smile. 443 00:18:22,768 --> 00:18:24,303 (chuckles softly) 444 00:18:27,332 --> 00:18:30,442 The rest of the fam will be here soon. 445 00:18:30,443 --> 00:18:33,012 Your grandmother wants to party like it's 1999. 446 00:18:33,112 --> 00:18:34,480 Oh. Feels like old times. 447 00:18:34,481 --> 00:18:36,414 -Remember karaoke night? -(laughs) 448 00:18:36,415 --> 00:18:38,183 -Yes. -I've watched those videos of my mom 449 00:18:38,184 --> 00:18:40,686 and Naomi and Gran 100 times. 450 00:18:40,687 --> 00:18:43,254 -Should we have them set up the machine again? -Oh, no. 451 00:18:43,255 --> 00:18:46,192 Only if you want Gran to take one look and leave. 452 00:18:46,292 --> 00:18:48,094 She wants to party, not perform. 453 00:18:48,095 --> 00:18:52,664 I feel like that girl has a superhuman ability 454 00:18:52,665 --> 00:18:53,866 to cramp my style. 455 00:18:53,966 --> 00:18:55,768 -What? -Eva. 456 00:18:55,868 --> 00:18:57,269 How does she always know 457 00:18:57,370 --> 00:18:59,639 when we're having personal family time? 458 00:18:59,640 --> 00:19:02,774 It's looking a little crowded in here tonight. 459 00:19:02,775 --> 00:19:04,543 Want to go somewhere else? 460 00:19:04,906 --> 00:19:07,545 This is our place. Where we met. 461 00:19:07,546 --> 00:19:09,715 I'm not worried about some petty stares. 462 00:19:12,018 --> 00:19:14,186 -Ooh. -Bro. Looking good. 463 00:19:14,187 --> 00:19:16,121 I'm glad you seem to be aware of the balance 464 00:19:16,122 --> 00:19:17,555 -in "work-life balance." -(laughter) 465 00:19:17,556 --> 00:19:20,393 Eva, I saw your live stream. I was impressed. 466 00:19:20,493 --> 00:19:23,696 You did a good job bringing attention to an important cause. 467 00:19:23,697 --> 00:19:25,230 Thanks, but it was Chelsea's idea. 468 00:19:25,231 --> 00:19:26,398 She deserves the credit. 469 00:19:26,399 --> 00:19:27,667 So do you. 470 00:19:27,767 --> 00:19:29,602 Uh, y'all just stopped in 471 00:19:29,603 --> 00:19:31,202 -for a drink? -JACOB: The Duprees 472 00:19:31,203 --> 00:19:32,570 are all getting together, actually. 473 00:19:32,571 --> 00:19:33,673 Anita's idea. 474 00:19:33,773 --> 00:19:34,874 You want to join? 475 00:19:37,243 --> 00:19:39,378 Uh, I-I think we good. Yeah. 476 00:19:39,379 --> 00:19:40,945 Thanks for thinking of us, though. 477 00:19:40,946 --> 00:19:43,049 I plan to get some one-on-one time in 478 00:19:43,050 --> 00:19:44,482 -with this cutie. -(Smitty chuckles) 479 00:19:44,483 --> 00:19:46,585 All good, bro. I understand. 480 00:19:46,586 --> 00:19:48,787 -I'll stop by and say what's up later, though. -All right, cool. 481 00:19:48,788 --> 00:19:50,022 See you. 482 00:19:51,457 --> 00:19:54,293 Ooh. Thank you for reading my mind. 483 00:19:54,393 --> 00:19:56,696 Don't you know by now that I got you? 484 00:19:56,796 --> 00:19:57,897 I do. 485 00:19:59,265 --> 00:20:00,332 Bourbon. 486 00:20:00,433 --> 00:20:01,967 Make it a double. 487 00:20:10,443 --> 00:20:11,777 Rough night? 488 00:20:11,877 --> 00:20:15,314 Wipe that pitying look off your face 489 00:20:15,414 --> 00:20:17,783 before I throw my drink at it. 490 00:20:17,883 --> 00:20:19,919 Whoa. 491 00:20:20,019 --> 00:20:23,189 No need to take your frustrations out on me. 492 00:20:24,190 --> 00:20:26,559 You're Darling Nikki's little ride-or-die. 493 00:20:26,659 --> 00:20:28,060 I get it. 494 00:20:28,160 --> 00:20:31,263 But that doesn't mean that you can take pleasure 495 00:20:31,363 --> 00:20:33,833 in another woman's pain. 496 00:20:33,933 --> 00:20:36,402 Who says that's what I'm doing? 497 00:20:43,075 --> 00:20:46,712 Teddy Bear- Ted hurt the both of us. 498 00:20:46,812 --> 00:20:49,448 Hell, I suffered more than Nicole. 499 00:20:49,548 --> 00:20:51,851 So she was humiliated for one night, 500 00:20:51,951 --> 00:20:54,920 but I was humiliated for decades. 501 00:20:55,020 --> 00:20:59,358 Yet when you heard he's falling in love with someone else, 502 00:20:59,458 --> 00:21:00,508 what did you do? 503 00:21:01,460 --> 00:21:03,129 You went to see him, didn't you? 504 00:21:03,229 --> 00:21:05,097 So what was I supposed to do? 505 00:21:05,197 --> 00:21:08,467 Um, he's clearly not here tonight, 506 00:21:08,567 --> 00:21:11,070 which means you got the same result 507 00:21:11,170 --> 00:21:14,807 that you have been getting for the last year and a half. 508 00:21:16,008 --> 00:21:18,410 Maybe the thing to do is stop. 509 00:21:19,378 --> 00:21:21,046 Stop throwing yourself at a man 510 00:21:21,147 --> 00:21:23,077 who isn't returning your affections. 511 00:21:24,083 --> 00:21:26,418 Is it my turn to give advice? 512 00:21:27,419 --> 00:21:30,256 Because I know somewhere really hot 513 00:21:30,356 --> 00:21:31,891 that you can go. 514 00:21:34,093 --> 00:21:36,362 How's the new gig coming along? 515 00:21:36,462 --> 00:21:37,897 I can't complain. 516 00:21:37,997 --> 00:21:40,166 We both know I've had much worse. 517 00:21:40,266 --> 00:21:41,467 Oh. 518 00:21:41,567 --> 00:21:42,968 For you, sir. 519 00:21:43,068 --> 00:21:45,437 Thank you. Let's enjoy ourselves. 520 00:21:46,739 --> 00:21:48,641 I didn't know you guys were together. 521 00:21:48,642 --> 00:21:51,176 Oh, I think I mentioned it at the free clinic opening. 522 00:21:51,177 --> 00:21:52,911 But there was a lot going on that day. 523 00:21:52,912 --> 00:21:54,780 Yeah, I still cringe at how I acted. 524 00:21:54,781 --> 00:21:56,514 I hate that my emotional outburst 525 00:21:56,515 --> 00:21:58,350 overshadowed a positive thing. 526 00:21:58,351 --> 00:22:00,018 Don't sweat it. We're doing good. 527 00:22:00,019 --> 00:22:02,655 I mean, despite the few hits we've taken. 528 00:22:02,656 --> 00:22:05,323 Speaking of good things that have come to the clinic... 529 00:22:05,324 --> 00:22:06,592 Boss, how are you? 530 00:22:06,593 --> 00:22:08,359 I'm great. I'm surprised to see you. 531 00:22:08,360 --> 00:22:09,662 You two know each other? 532 00:22:09,663 --> 00:22:12,864 Oh. Izaiah, this is Noah. He's the one I hired 533 00:22:12,865 --> 00:22:13,898 to run the clinic. 534 00:22:13,899 --> 00:22:14,899 What's up? 535 00:22:14,900 --> 00:22:16,234 So, how did this come about? 536 00:22:16,235 --> 00:22:17,836 Total coincidence. I nearly made a fool 537 00:22:17,837 --> 00:22:20,538 of myself at Orphey Gene's, and Deanna here came to my rescue. 538 00:22:20,539 --> 00:22:23,475 This is our first time hanging out officially. 539 00:22:23,576 --> 00:22:25,878 It turns out, we know a lot of the same people. 540 00:22:25,978 --> 00:22:28,547 And this would be a date, and I'm just yapping. 541 00:22:28,647 --> 00:22:30,883 (chuckles) We'll leave y'all to it. 542 00:22:30,983 --> 00:22:32,918 Sorry. Have fun. 543 00:22:33,018 --> 00:22:34,286 Chelsea. 544 00:22:34,386 --> 00:22:36,121 I saw your live, girl. 545 00:22:36,222 --> 00:22:37,623 Fantastic job, honey. 546 00:22:37,723 --> 00:22:40,125 Oh, I second that. 547 00:22:40,226 --> 00:22:42,194 -Really well done. -Well, thanks. 548 00:22:42,294 --> 00:22:44,830 -It was you who inspired it, actually. -DANI: Me? 549 00:22:44,930 --> 00:22:46,198 After my kidnapping, 550 00:22:46,298 --> 00:22:48,100 you suggested that I pivot. 551 00:22:48,101 --> 00:22:50,268 So I've been mixing my lifestyle content 552 00:22:50,269 --> 00:22:52,670 with information that can bring good to the world. 553 00:22:52,671 --> 00:22:53,939 That's my girl. 554 00:22:54,039 --> 00:22:56,876 I am so proud of you and your sister. 555 00:22:56,976 --> 00:22:59,945 You should tell her that. She's right over there. 556 00:23:00,045 --> 00:23:02,248 -(singsongy): Mom. -Hi, baby. 557 00:23:03,215 --> 00:23:05,517 I know Gran wants tonight to be perfect, 558 00:23:05,618 --> 00:23:08,387 but you should know Eva's here, 559 00:23:08,388 --> 00:23:11,189 which means her wicked mother is probably not far behind. 560 00:23:11,190 --> 00:23:14,693 Oh, I have already put Leslie in her place once today. 561 00:23:14,793 --> 00:23:16,795 It'll be fun to do it again. 562 00:23:16,896 --> 00:23:18,530 Period. 563 00:23:18,631 --> 00:23:20,599 Kat, come check out this playlist. 564 00:23:20,699 --> 00:23:21,767 Okay. 565 00:23:24,937 --> 00:23:26,272 Hey, shoot me straight. 566 00:23:26,372 --> 00:23:29,975 Should I be worried that my son is with Deanna McBride? 567 00:23:35,748 --> 00:23:36,916 My dad's here. 568 00:23:37,016 --> 00:23:38,336 You in the mood to meet him? 569 00:23:39,251 --> 00:23:42,021 He's cool, but I understand if you're not feeling 570 00:23:42,121 --> 00:23:43,489 a meet-the-parent moment. 571 00:23:43,589 --> 00:23:47,159 Remember when I said I made a scene at the clinic dedication 572 00:23:47,259 --> 00:23:50,429 and everyone probably thinks I'm the loony twin? 573 00:23:50,529 --> 00:23:51,830 Yes. 574 00:23:51,931 --> 00:23:53,766 Your dad was there. 575 00:23:53,866 --> 00:23:57,836 And I'm pretty sure he's one of those people. 576 00:23:58,804 --> 00:24:00,839 I feel for her. 577 00:24:00,840 --> 00:24:02,440 She's dealing with the loss of her father. 578 00:24:02,441 --> 00:24:04,475 And if anyone understands the toll that it can take on you, 579 00:24:04,476 --> 00:24:05,544 it's me. 580 00:24:05,644 --> 00:24:07,880 I just think it may be a little too soon 581 00:24:07,980 --> 00:24:09,048 for her to be dating. 582 00:24:10,015 --> 00:24:12,184 Well, if Vanessa were here, 583 00:24:12,284 --> 00:24:14,687 she would have the same thoughts about Noah. 584 00:24:14,787 --> 00:24:17,917 Deanna is studying at one of the most well-renowned colleges 585 00:24:17,957 --> 00:24:19,258 in the country. 586 00:24:19,358 --> 00:24:23,295 Respectfully, Noah, while talented, 587 00:24:23,395 --> 00:24:25,931 is an aspiring musician. 588 00:24:26,031 --> 00:24:28,500 They do have a certain reputation. 589 00:24:28,600 --> 00:24:30,703 Charming and adventurous, you mean? 590 00:24:30,803 --> 00:24:33,138 Mm. And sometimes irresponsible. 591 00:24:33,238 --> 00:24:34,907 You know that rock star life- 592 00:24:35,007 --> 00:24:36,508 meet 'em, love 'em, leave 'em. 593 00:24:37,509 --> 00:24:38,711 I hear you. 594 00:24:38,811 --> 00:24:39,979 They're young adults 595 00:24:40,079 --> 00:24:42,614 who are capable of making their own decisions. 596 00:24:42,715 --> 00:24:44,616 -Gran! -Hello! -(cheering) 597 00:24:44,717 --> 00:24:47,019 -(laughing) -NAOMI: You look so good. 598 00:24:47,020 --> 00:24:49,253 -ASHLEY: Look at you. -Ashley, so good to see you. 599 00:24:49,254 --> 00:24:50,889 Thank you for being here. 600 00:24:50,990 --> 00:24:53,759 Jacob, it's been too long. 601 00:24:53,859 --> 00:24:55,894 -Hello, my darlings. -Mwah. 602 00:24:55,995 --> 00:24:57,045 (laughs) 603 00:24:57,062 --> 00:24:59,164 Well, how are you? Good to see you. 604 00:24:59,264 --> 00:25:00,314 All right, missy! 605 00:25:00,332 --> 00:25:02,468 (indistinct chatter) 606 00:25:02,568 --> 00:25:04,336 Hugs, hugs, hugs. 607 00:25:07,172 --> 00:25:08,240 What's wrong? 608 00:25:08,340 --> 00:25:10,142 It's her. It's really her. 609 00:25:10,242 --> 00:25:12,044 Oh, there's my girl. 610 00:25:12,045 --> 00:25:13,344 Anita Williams in the flesh. 611 00:25:13,345 --> 00:25:16,749 Hello, Kial, a hug for you, too. Yes, indeed. 612 00:25:16,849 --> 00:25:18,517 -Yes, indeed. -Mwah. 613 00:25:18,617 --> 00:25:20,719 I'm tougher than you think. 614 00:25:20,819 --> 00:25:23,188 Your little remarks aren't scaring me. 615 00:25:24,156 --> 00:25:25,724 What do you want, Blondie? 616 00:25:26,692 --> 00:25:27,826 Nothing. 617 00:25:27,827 --> 00:25:30,261 The truth is, you continually banging your head 618 00:25:30,262 --> 00:25:33,532 against this wall has no bearing on my life. 619 00:25:33,632 --> 00:25:35,768 But come on, Leslie. 620 00:25:35,868 --> 00:25:38,437 You're clinging to a fantasy. 621 00:25:39,471 --> 00:25:44,109 I am so sick of people spewing that lie. 622 00:25:44,209 --> 00:25:46,245 Even Ted says it now. 623 00:25:46,345 --> 00:25:48,380 He had the nerve to tell me 624 00:25:48,480 --> 00:25:50,816 that what we had wasn't even love. 625 00:25:50,916 --> 00:25:52,551 And that is bull. 626 00:25:52,651 --> 00:25:55,921 He adored me, Vanessa. 627 00:25:56,021 --> 00:25:57,890 I remember. 628 00:25:59,058 --> 00:26:01,293 My point is... 629 00:26:01,393 --> 00:26:03,729 it doesn't matter anymore. 630 00:26:03,829 --> 00:26:06,665 What, so love doesn't matter? 631 00:26:06,765 --> 00:26:09,301 Even if he chose you, 632 00:26:09,401 --> 00:26:11,703 married you, raised a family with you, 633 00:26:11,804 --> 00:26:14,239 it still wouldn't have been enough. 634 00:26:15,774 --> 00:26:17,876 He wouldn't have been able to sustain it. 635 00:26:19,211 --> 00:26:20,712 In his world... 636 00:26:21,980 --> 00:26:25,317 ...you wouldn't have lasted six months. 637 00:26:26,752 --> 00:26:29,762 Have I thanked you enough for getting Mother through this? 638 00:26:29,788 --> 00:26:32,591 Through sickness and in health. 639 00:26:32,691 --> 00:26:34,226 No thanks needed. 640 00:26:39,765 --> 00:26:41,633 -Hey, Dad. -Hey. 641 00:26:41,733 --> 00:26:43,102 Good evening, Deanna. 642 00:26:43,103 --> 00:26:44,936 Do you mind if I borrow this one for a moment? 643 00:26:44,937 --> 00:26:47,047 I promise I'll bring him back in one piece. 644 00:26:51,877 --> 00:26:54,413 Hey. Well, I came over here to check on you. 645 00:26:54,414 --> 00:26:56,114 But it seems like you're doing just fine. 646 00:26:56,115 --> 00:26:58,717 Well, this one's been taking great care of me. 647 00:26:58,817 --> 00:27:00,119 For you. 648 00:27:00,219 --> 00:27:02,754 Oh. How sweet of you. 649 00:27:02,855 --> 00:27:04,556 It's actually not from me. 650 00:27:04,656 --> 00:27:06,886 It's from the gentleman at the end of the bar. 651 00:27:06,892 --> 00:27:07,993 -Oh. -Hmm. 652 00:27:08,093 --> 00:27:11,130 Well, you tell that gentleman thank you, 653 00:27:11,131 --> 00:27:12,964 and I will enjoy this very pretty drink, 654 00:27:12,965 --> 00:27:15,100 but I have a boyfriend. 655 00:27:15,200 --> 00:27:16,268 (chuckles softly) 656 00:27:19,104 --> 00:27:21,507 Um, excuse me. You've been holding out. 657 00:27:21,508 --> 00:27:23,774 All that time you were keeping me company in the hospital, 658 00:27:23,775 --> 00:27:25,443 you never mentioned having a man. 659 00:27:25,444 --> 00:27:27,912 -Mm-hmm. -Especially that man. -(chuckles softly) 660 00:27:27,913 --> 00:27:30,182 -Mm-hmm. -It's always the quiet ones. 661 00:27:30,183 --> 00:27:31,415 -Mm-hmm. -(chuckles) 662 00:27:31,416 --> 00:27:32,618 Hi, you two. 663 00:27:33,619 --> 00:27:35,621 Naomi, we should talk. 664 00:27:35,721 --> 00:27:36,922 Come sit with me? 665 00:27:37,022 --> 00:27:38,190 Of course. 666 00:27:40,159 --> 00:27:42,361 Oh, I thought Tomas would be here. 667 00:27:42,362 --> 00:27:43,494 Where's he hiding out? 668 00:27:43,495 --> 00:27:45,597 Somewhere much more tropical. 669 00:27:45,697 --> 00:27:48,600 He's back home in Puerto Rico visiting his family. 670 00:27:48,700 --> 00:27:51,710 I should shoot him a text and see when he's available to chat. 671 00:27:51,803 --> 00:27:55,073 Are you okay? Is he giving you legal advice on something? 672 00:27:55,174 --> 00:27:57,342 -No, it's not for me. -Then, what? 673 00:27:57,442 --> 00:27:59,244 One of his clients? 674 00:27:59,344 --> 00:28:00,544 Kat, you know I can't say. 675 00:28:00,612 --> 00:28:02,648 It's about Lynette Wise, isn't it? 676 00:28:02,748 --> 00:28:04,383 What happened to her? 677 00:28:04,483 --> 00:28:06,251 (scoffs) Let me guess. 678 00:28:06,351 --> 00:28:07,653 She's dead? 679 00:28:11,156 --> 00:28:14,892 I'm sorry I didn't reach out sooner, honey. 680 00:28:14,893 --> 00:28:17,362 -It's fine, Mom. -Yeah, it's really not fine. 681 00:28:18,363 --> 00:28:20,766 I guess I was... 682 00:28:20,866 --> 00:28:22,501 still processing myself 683 00:28:22,601 --> 00:28:24,836 and trying to find the right words. 684 00:28:24,937 --> 00:28:27,472 Well, I know how you feel. 685 00:28:27,473 --> 00:28:29,907 You don't want me to get the preventative surgery. 686 00:28:29,908 --> 00:28:31,209 I don't agree with your decision. 687 00:28:31,210 --> 00:28:33,979 -I know that. -And that's okay. 688 00:28:35,013 --> 00:28:38,550 I don't know if I will ever fully understand it. 689 00:28:38,650 --> 00:28:40,319 But what I do know 690 00:28:40,419 --> 00:28:43,422 is that I will be with you every step of the way. 691 00:28:45,691 --> 00:28:47,593 Really, Mom? 692 00:28:47,693 --> 00:28:49,328 Naomi, this is your life. 693 00:28:49,428 --> 00:28:50,862 (sniffles) 694 00:28:50,963 --> 00:28:52,831 And it's your decision. 695 00:28:53,799 --> 00:28:56,368 And whether we are on the same page or not... 696 00:28:57,703 --> 00:29:00,239 ...you will not go through this alone. 697 00:29:02,708 --> 00:29:03,942 -(sniffles) -Hey. 698 00:29:06,044 --> 00:29:08,280 -Mother, this is Noah. -Mm. 699 00:29:08,380 --> 00:29:10,115 He is very excited to meet you. 700 00:29:10,215 --> 00:29:12,251 -Hello, Noah. -NOAH: Hi. (stammers) 701 00:29:12,351 --> 00:29:13,752 You said my name. Um... 702 00:29:13,753 --> 00:29:15,086 I'm a huge fan of the Articulettes 703 00:29:15,087 --> 00:29:17,155 and your solo work and you. 704 00:29:17,256 --> 00:29:19,491 -And h-hi. Hi. -(chuckles) 705 00:29:19,591 --> 00:29:20,993 Big fan, huh? 706 00:29:20,994 --> 00:29:22,460 What's your favorite song? 707 00:29:22,461 --> 00:29:24,229 "Lovin' You." Or that's only- 708 00:29:24,230 --> 00:29:25,830 I mean, uh, just a little bit more 709 00:29:25,831 --> 00:29:27,565 -than "That Man's Outta Here." -(chuckles) 710 00:29:27,566 --> 00:29:29,368 I like 'em all. I... 711 00:29:29,468 --> 00:29:31,803 Well, it's a pleasure to meet you, Noah. 712 00:29:31,804 --> 00:29:33,971 Thank you so much. I am never gonna forget this moment. 713 00:29:33,972 --> 00:29:36,174 And thank you, Dr. Dupree. Uh, Nicole. 714 00:29:36,275 --> 00:29:38,143 Okay. 715 00:29:38,243 --> 00:29:40,012 Th-Thank... 716 00:29:40,112 --> 00:29:43,015 (laughter) 717 00:29:43,016 --> 00:29:46,350 Why would you assume that Lynette Wise is dead? 718 00:29:46,351 --> 00:29:48,887 Because she dropped off the face of the earth. 719 00:29:48,987 --> 00:29:50,956 And Lia Whitmore has a strong motive. 720 00:29:50,957 --> 00:29:52,657 Did you get a chance to talk to her? 721 00:29:52,658 --> 00:29:55,294 I did. Jacob arranged for me to interview Lia. 722 00:29:55,295 --> 00:29:56,394 In jail? 723 00:29:56,395 --> 00:29:57,596 Cool. 724 00:29:57,696 --> 00:29:59,746 Well, what did she say when you asked her 725 00:29:59,747 --> 00:30:02,033 if she had anything to do with Lynette's disappearance? 726 00:30:02,034 --> 00:30:04,469 She denied it. She was very convincing. 727 00:30:04,569 --> 00:30:06,071 Of course she did. 728 00:30:06,072 --> 00:30:09,006 She probably didn't want to add more time to her sentence. 729 00:30:09,007 --> 00:30:10,676 I don't know. 730 00:30:10,776 --> 00:30:13,045 Lynette has more victims than just Lia. 731 00:30:13,145 --> 00:30:14,880 She could be on the run. 732 00:30:14,980 --> 00:30:18,083 I do remember her acting all shifty and uncomfortable 733 00:30:18,183 --> 00:30:20,385 when I told her I found her online. 734 00:30:20,485 --> 00:30:23,755 People like that have to live in the shadows to survive. 735 00:30:23,756 --> 00:30:26,857 So she's probably involved with more than just embezzling. 736 00:30:26,858 --> 00:30:28,727 Well, Bill thinks 737 00:30:28,827 --> 00:30:31,697 she might have set Hayley up to get mugged. 738 00:30:31,797 --> 00:30:33,098 What? 739 00:30:33,198 --> 00:30:37,469 He thinks that Lynette hired somebody to attack Hayley? 740 00:30:37,569 --> 00:30:39,905 Her engagement ring was stolen, right? 741 00:30:39,906 --> 00:30:41,505 You think they split the profits? 742 00:30:41,506 --> 00:30:42,808 I don't know. 743 00:30:42,908 --> 00:30:44,710 But this Wesley Hammer guy 744 00:30:44,810 --> 00:30:47,312 disappeared around the same time as Lynette. 745 00:30:47,412 --> 00:30:50,248 Maybe they're off hiding somewhere together. 746 00:30:50,249 --> 00:30:53,784 You know, I'm told my old-fashioneds are perfection. 747 00:30:53,785 --> 00:30:55,386 In case you want something stronger. 748 00:30:55,387 --> 00:30:56,437 I'm all good, man. 749 00:30:57,422 --> 00:30:58,472 How are things? 750 00:30:58,557 --> 00:31:00,926 A lot better than I deserve. 751 00:31:01,026 --> 00:31:03,295 I'm able to help out my mom and... 752 00:31:03,395 --> 00:31:04,663 work the bar 753 00:31:04,763 --> 00:31:06,203 instead of being behind them. 754 00:31:06,231 --> 00:31:07,366 (both chuckle) 755 00:31:07,367 --> 00:31:09,266 So how does it feel to be a part of a family 756 00:31:09,267 --> 00:31:10,936 that celebrates like that? 757 00:31:11,036 --> 00:31:12,537 Mm. 758 00:31:12,637 --> 00:31:15,273 Like I'm right where I've always belonged. 759 00:31:15,374 --> 00:31:17,409 I'm really happy for you. 760 00:31:19,911 --> 00:31:21,646 Hey, I-I know that smile. 761 00:31:22,881 --> 00:31:25,350 Ah. Isn't that the guy you were seeing? 762 00:31:25,351 --> 00:31:26,450 (sighs) 763 00:31:26,451 --> 00:31:28,186 -It is. -Yeah. 764 00:31:28,286 --> 00:31:29,988 So are things back on? 765 00:31:30,989 --> 00:31:32,491 They are. 766 00:31:33,525 --> 00:31:35,594 Well, if he's got you smiling like that, 767 00:31:35,694 --> 00:31:37,362 I'm happy for you two. 768 00:31:37,462 --> 00:31:38,530 (chuckles) 769 00:31:38,630 --> 00:31:40,065 Yeah. 770 00:31:41,032 --> 00:31:43,034 You've got some nerve. 771 00:31:43,135 --> 00:31:45,737 I see straight through you, Cinderella. 772 00:31:45,738 --> 00:31:47,571 You're trying to say that I'm not good enough. 773 00:31:47,572 --> 00:31:50,075 My point is... 774 00:31:50,175 --> 00:31:51,877 you could be fighting for a life 775 00:31:51,977 --> 00:31:54,813 that could very well have made you miserable. 776 00:31:54,814 --> 00:31:58,416 It's not all glitz and glamour behind the gates. 777 00:31:58,417 --> 00:31:59,918 (scoffs) Girl, bye. 778 00:32:00,018 --> 00:32:01,420 Please. 779 00:32:01,520 --> 00:32:02,570 (chuckles) 780 00:32:04,356 --> 00:32:06,958 You think you found the cheat code, Nessa? 781 00:32:07,926 --> 00:32:10,395 You don't think that Joey Armstrong 782 00:32:10,495 --> 00:32:13,565 is gonna make your life miserable sooner than later? 783 00:32:13,665 --> 00:32:14,900 Hmm. 784 00:32:15,000 --> 00:32:16,935 Why should I take you seriously? 785 00:32:17,035 --> 00:32:20,639 Because everything I've ever done, 786 00:32:20,739 --> 00:32:22,274 right or wrong, 787 00:32:22,374 --> 00:32:24,109 has been for my family. 788 00:32:25,110 --> 00:32:26,411 And you think I haven't? 789 00:32:27,679 --> 00:32:31,817 So my daughter hasn't deserved the life 790 00:32:31,917 --> 00:32:33,357 that she's supposed to have? 791 00:32:33,452 --> 00:32:35,153 And I... (chuckles) 792 00:32:35,253 --> 00:32:38,590 don't have to have the leg up that I have been fighting for 793 00:32:38,690 --> 00:32:42,060 and working hard for my entire damn life? 794 00:32:42,160 --> 00:32:43,261 Spare me. 795 00:32:43,361 --> 00:32:44,729 Eva knows her father now. 796 00:32:44,830 --> 00:32:46,998 They have their own relationship. 797 00:32:47,098 --> 00:32:50,168 You simply don't fit in the equation. 798 00:32:50,268 --> 00:32:52,237 Funny. 799 00:32:52,337 --> 00:32:54,573 I mean, aren't you the one 800 00:32:54,673 --> 00:32:57,676 that threw your children's father overboard 801 00:32:57,677 --> 00:33:00,444 for a man that probably won't even remember your name 802 00:33:00,445 --> 00:33:02,647 this time next year? 803 00:33:03,648 --> 00:33:05,450 You're a joke. 804 00:33:05,550 --> 00:33:08,286 (chuckling) 805 00:33:08,386 --> 00:33:10,355 -I'm the joke? -Mm-hmm. 806 00:33:10,455 --> 00:33:14,526 So, thanks, but no thanks. 807 00:33:14,626 --> 00:33:17,262 I will not take your advice. 808 00:33:17,362 --> 00:33:18,730 Not now. 809 00:33:18,830 --> 00:33:20,999 Not ever. 810 00:33:29,333 --> 00:33:32,343 -(glass clinks) -Everyone, 811 00:33:32,344 --> 00:33:34,154 may I have your attention, please? 812 00:33:35,380 --> 00:33:38,316 I want to thank each and every one of you 813 00:33:38,416 --> 00:33:40,685 for joining me tonight. 814 00:33:40,785 --> 00:33:42,220 And spontaneously, no less. 815 00:33:42,320 --> 00:33:43,370 (laughter) 816 00:33:43,455 --> 00:33:45,891 -We love you, Gran. -Aw! 817 00:33:45,991 --> 00:33:47,058 Love you all, too. 818 00:33:47,158 --> 00:33:49,060 And I am so grateful for the way 819 00:33:49,160 --> 00:33:52,898 you supported Vernon and me during this challenging time. 820 00:33:52,998 --> 00:33:56,067 But now I am in the homestretch, 821 00:33:56,167 --> 00:33:59,538 and I want to make the most of every single moment. 822 00:33:59,638 --> 00:34:01,206 -Hear, hear. -So, 823 00:34:01,306 --> 00:34:03,108 be warned. 824 00:34:03,208 --> 00:34:05,076 There will be more texts, 825 00:34:05,176 --> 00:34:08,179 more phone calls, more impromptu invitations, 826 00:34:08,280 --> 00:34:10,282 and, yes, more parties. 827 00:34:10,382 --> 00:34:13,151 -(cheering) -Because I don't intend 828 00:34:13,251 --> 00:34:17,088 to miss an opportunity to celebrate this beautiful life. 829 00:34:17,089 --> 00:34:18,923 Well, Mother, in that case, tomorrow happens to be 830 00:34:18,924 --> 00:34:20,184 National Cheesecake Day. 831 00:34:20,185 --> 00:34:22,159 Cheesecake bake-off at Mother's tomorrow. 832 00:34:22,160 --> 00:34:23,728 (cheering, laughter) 833 00:34:23,828 --> 00:34:26,898 No. But seriously... 834 00:34:26,998 --> 00:34:30,302 we all know that Vernon is the toastmaster of the family, 835 00:34:30,402 --> 00:34:34,372 and I wouldn't even try to rival his eloquence. 836 00:34:34,472 --> 00:34:37,542 But I couldn't let the evening get away from us without... 837 00:34:39,377 --> 00:34:40,812 ...thanking you... 838 00:34:41,813 --> 00:34:44,716 ...my beautiful, beautiful tribe. 839 00:34:46,751 --> 00:34:48,687 I just adore you. 840 00:34:49,721 --> 00:34:51,990 -And we adore you back. -(cheering) 841 00:34:53,024 --> 00:34:55,160 All right, all right, cheers to you all. 842 00:34:55,260 --> 00:34:57,762 Now let's drink up and clear these tables 843 00:34:57,862 --> 00:34:59,130 and crank the music! 844 00:34:59,230 --> 00:35:00,365 (cheering) 845 00:35:00,465 --> 00:35:02,500 (lively dance music playing) 846 00:35:17,716 --> 00:35:21,620 ? I want to dance with you tonight ? 847 00:35:21,720 --> 00:35:25,857 ? I like the way you move and shake your body ? 848 00:35:25,957 --> 00:35:30,428 ? I feel the music and the song ? 849 00:35:30,528 --> 00:35:35,300 ? Can you hold me even more? ? 850 00:35:52,250 --> 00:35:56,354 ? Everybody dance now ? 851 00:35:56,454 --> 00:35:58,590 ? Everybody ? 852 00:35:58,690 --> 00:36:00,859 ? Dance now ? 853 00:36:00,959 --> 00:36:02,761 ? Everybody ? 854 00:36:02,861 --> 00:36:04,896 -? Dance now ? -Go, grands, go, grands. 855 00:36:04,996 --> 00:36:07,232 ? Everybody ? 856 00:36:07,332 --> 00:36:11,469 ? Dance now. ? 857 00:36:11,569 --> 00:36:13,505 (cheering) 858 00:36:13,605 --> 00:36:17,108 Captioning sponsored by CBS 859 00:36:17,208 --> 00:36:20,845 Captioned by Media Access Group at WGBH access.wgbh.org 860 00:36:20,895 --> 00:36:25,445 Repair and Synchronization by Easy Subtitles Synchronizer 1.0.0.0