1 00:00:08,408 --> 00:00:10,043 EVA: Mm... 2 00:00:12,012 --> 00:00:13,447 That's your pinky? 3 00:00:13,547 --> 00:00:15,716 I think it's your thumb. 4 00:00:15,816 --> 00:00:19,119 One. Two. Three. Which finger could it be? 5 00:00:19,720 --> 00:00:21,288 Ooh, I was right. 6 00:00:22,022 --> 00:00:24,024 Everything about you is just right. 7 00:00:28,228 --> 00:00:31,798 You know, some say PDA is a red flag in relationships. 8 00:00:32,566 --> 00:00:33,767 Good morning to you, too. 9 00:00:34,635 --> 00:00:37,404 It is good. Better than it's been in a while. 10 00:00:37,504 --> 00:00:39,973 -You doing okay, Kat? -Great. 11 00:00:39,974 --> 00:00:44,110 Well, I'll let you two get back to your lovefest. 12 00:00:44,111 --> 00:00:45,545 Chelsea will be here any minute. 13 00:00:45,546 --> 00:00:46,747 How's she holding up? 14 00:00:47,414 --> 00:00:50,751 My cousin is nothing short of mettle in stilettos. 15 00:00:50,851 --> 00:00:52,819 Keeping a close watch on her dad. 16 00:00:53,320 --> 00:00:55,389 -What's the latest? -Mm... 17 00:00:55,489 --> 00:00:57,991 He's still in the hospital, but he's on the mend. 18 00:00:58,659 --> 00:01:00,627 Wait, Bill's in the hospital? 19 00:01:00,727 --> 00:01:02,563 Cardiac arrest. 20 00:01:02,663 --> 00:01:05,966 It's strange, the doctors can't figure out what led to it. 21 00:01:06,066 --> 00:01:09,636 I think it's the strain of being married to a snake like Hayley 22 00:01:09,736 --> 00:01:11,426 that has everything to do with it. 23 00:01:11,872 --> 00:01:14,875 Uh, no blame for exercise and diet? 24 00:01:15,776 --> 00:01:19,513 She's the culprit and ridding himself of her is the cure. 25 00:01:20,280 --> 00:01:21,982 Tell us how you really feel. 26 00:01:22,082 --> 00:01:25,686 If only Bill had appreciated Aunt Dani while he had her. 27 00:01:25,786 --> 00:01:29,523 Could've saved himself and everyone else some trouble. 28 00:01:30,424 --> 00:01:33,727 You are just in time for a little chitchat with Dani. 29 00:01:33,827 --> 00:01:36,297 Oh, I couldn't be late for the show, now, could I? 30 00:01:36,330 --> 00:01:38,065 Expecting theatrics? 31 00:01:38,066 --> 00:01:40,166 Dani's text was less "let's grab a bite" 32 00:01:40,167 --> 00:01:41,968 and more "your appearance is required 33 00:01:41,969 --> 00:01:43,349 for a command performance." 34 00:01:43,837 --> 00:01:46,273 She knows better than to bring that energy to us. 35 00:01:46,373 --> 00:01:49,143 And she promised there was nothing to be alarmed about. 36 00:01:49,242 --> 00:01:50,477 ANITA: But important. 37 00:01:50,577 --> 00:01:51,727 VERNON: All I know is, 38 00:01:51,745 --> 00:01:54,581 it'd better not be about her former husband. 39 00:01:54,681 --> 00:01:57,084 Sorry to disappoint you, Daddy, but 40 00:01:57,184 --> 00:01:59,252 this has everything to do with Bill. 41 00:02:02,522 --> 00:02:04,558 ? ? 42 00:02:14,134 --> 00:02:15,335 Yeah, Henry. 43 00:02:16,570 --> 00:02:18,271 Yeah, long time, long time. 44 00:02:19,306 --> 00:02:21,842 Uh, Andre Richardson. Yeah. 45 00:02:24,511 --> 00:02:26,546 Hey, that mutual headache of ours? 46 00:02:27,514 --> 00:02:31,952 Yeah, do me a favor and find out if it's still causing migraines 47 00:02:32,052 --> 00:02:33,453 in your neck of the woods. 48 00:02:35,956 --> 00:02:39,660 Because there may be an outbreak in the DMV area. 49 00:02:42,095 --> 00:02:44,598 ? ? 50 00:03:12,092 --> 00:03:14,094 ? ? 51 00:03:27,007 --> 00:03:28,642 Wow, you're really good. 52 00:03:28,742 --> 00:03:30,110 I'm all right. 53 00:03:30,210 --> 00:03:31,712 And modest, too. 54 00:03:31,812 --> 00:03:33,380 I'm just warming up. 55 00:03:33,381 --> 00:03:35,081 Well, you're still making an impression. 56 00:03:35,082 --> 00:03:36,650 -A good one, I hope. -Mm. 57 00:03:36,651 --> 00:03:38,184 Is that why you brought your guitar? 58 00:03:38,185 --> 00:03:40,119 Oh, I just picked it up from a luthier down the street. 59 00:03:40,120 --> 00:03:42,823 Well, no need for GRE words. I'm already impressed. 60 00:03:42,923 --> 00:03:45,625 I had it refretted by a crafty repairman 61 00:03:45,726 --> 00:03:47,427 at a nearby music shop. 62 00:03:47,428 --> 00:03:49,829 Thanks for meeting me on my lunch break. 63 00:03:49,830 --> 00:03:51,697 I have a little time before I have to get back to the clinic. 64 00:03:51,698 --> 00:03:54,034 -You? -I'm flexible. 65 00:03:54,134 --> 00:03:56,536 It's one of the perks of working for my mom. 66 00:03:56,636 --> 00:03:58,305 So, my time is all yours. 67 00:03:58,872 --> 00:04:03,676 If we don't stop now, I will never get out the door. 68 00:04:03,677 --> 00:04:05,011 And this is a bad thing why? 69 00:04:05,012 --> 00:04:06,245 You don't want me to be late 70 00:04:06,246 --> 00:04:07,546 for my new real estate client, do you? 71 00:04:07,547 --> 00:04:09,916 Of course not. I just want you. 72 00:04:10,016 --> 00:04:11,818 Oh, let me assure you, 73 00:04:11,918 --> 00:04:14,621 you have every inch of me, Joey Armstrong. 74 00:04:14,622 --> 00:04:16,722 But I've got to get to my showing. 75 00:04:16,723 --> 00:04:19,013 -What's on your schedule? -Well, it was you, 76 00:04:19,059 --> 00:04:21,361 so I guess I'll just try out a new recipe 77 00:04:21,461 --> 00:04:24,131 and see if I can use that to lure you back. 78 00:04:24,231 --> 00:04:25,832 I'm sure it'll be delicious. 79 00:04:25,932 --> 00:04:27,667 -Just like you. -Mm. 80 00:04:29,236 --> 00:04:30,737 All right. All right. 81 00:04:33,340 --> 00:04:34,641 Good luck. 82 00:04:48,121 --> 00:04:49,389 You in place? 83 00:04:50,891 --> 00:04:52,025 Do it now. 84 00:04:58,124 --> 00:05:00,966 -Hey, hey, hey. -MARTIN: Whoa. 85 00:05:00,967 --> 00:05:02,735 Looks like my cousin needs a chill pill. 86 00:05:02,736 --> 00:05:04,171 Or a stiff drink. 87 00:05:04,271 --> 00:05:05,961 Something to help that long face. 88 00:05:06,006 --> 00:05:07,440 Everything okay? 89 00:05:07,541 --> 00:05:09,543 Yeah. Just got a lot going on. 90 00:05:10,644 --> 00:05:12,813 So, um, how's the campaign going? 91 00:05:12,913 --> 00:05:14,781 -Still a tight race? -Still. 92 00:05:15,682 --> 00:05:17,918 My husband is being modest. 93 00:05:18,018 --> 00:05:21,254 Martin's poll numbers are up, and he's gaining steam. 94 00:05:21,354 --> 00:05:24,324 And that donation you made continues to resonate. 95 00:05:24,424 --> 00:05:26,459 Ah, from after the tornado? 96 00:05:27,194 --> 00:05:28,428 People were hurting. 97 00:05:28,528 --> 00:05:30,330 Taking the money that we raised 98 00:05:30,430 --> 00:05:34,434 at that fundraiser and giving it to a disaster relief fund 99 00:05:34,534 --> 00:05:36,903 -just felt right. -Yeah. It was. 100 00:05:37,003 --> 00:05:39,773 Well, I probably should get a head start in service 101 00:05:39,873 --> 00:05:41,508 and get us coffee. 102 00:05:41,608 --> 00:05:43,777 -You get another one? -Yeah, please. 103 00:05:43,877 --> 00:05:46,713 -And that's how you win a vote. -Thank you. 104 00:05:46,813 --> 00:05:48,081 Ah... 105 00:05:48,548 --> 00:05:53,086 Hey, I don't want to be nosy or overstep, but 106 00:05:53,186 --> 00:05:54,788 -your face... -Yeah. 107 00:05:54,888 --> 00:05:56,690 ...when we walked in earlier, 108 00:05:56,691 --> 00:05:58,190 did it have anything to do with that 109 00:05:58,191 --> 00:05:59,893 blast from the past text you got? 110 00:05:59,993 --> 00:06:02,596 Can't lie. Um, yeah, it did. 111 00:06:03,597 --> 00:06:06,132 Do you know if that person is in town? 112 00:06:06,233 --> 00:06:08,168 Ah, they never wrote me back. 113 00:06:09,135 --> 00:06:12,873 But even if they are here, uh, I can handle it. It's no biggie. 114 00:06:12,973 --> 00:06:14,241 -Really? -Yeah. 115 00:06:14,242 --> 00:06:16,108 'Cause you clearly seem like you didn't want to hear 116 00:06:16,109 --> 00:06:18,478 -from this person. -I still don't. 117 00:06:18,578 --> 00:06:20,328 You tried to track their location. 118 00:06:20,413 --> 00:06:22,015 I overreacted, Smitty. 119 00:06:22,916 --> 00:06:25,785 It seemed to me, Andre, that you had cause for concern. 120 00:06:25,886 --> 00:06:28,288 That's because it caught me off guard. 121 00:06:29,689 --> 00:06:31,024 Look, I... 122 00:06:31,124 --> 00:06:32,993 I was at my lowest, 123 00:06:33,093 --> 00:06:36,029 and I attracted people just like that back then. 124 00:06:36,730 --> 00:06:39,566 Everybody I ran with was moving at Mach 5. 125 00:06:39,567 --> 00:06:43,202 I never thought I would hear from any of those people again, 126 00:06:43,203 --> 00:06:46,473 not since I slowed way down and I settled on stability. 127 00:06:47,274 --> 00:06:49,576 Dani's changed me. 128 00:06:49,676 --> 00:06:51,945 -As a good partner should. -Yeah. 129 00:06:53,046 --> 00:06:54,281 But what are you gonna do 130 00:06:54,381 --> 00:06:56,791 if your past life catches up with your present? 131 00:06:57,384 --> 00:06:59,686 I'm gonna pull out my bullhorn. 132 00:06:59,786 --> 00:07:02,376 And that'll make it clear that that is all behind me. 133 00:07:03,156 --> 00:07:06,226 You are all concerned about the dynamic between me and Bill. 134 00:07:06,326 --> 00:07:08,762 That's a bit of an understatement. 135 00:07:08,862 --> 00:07:10,764 Well, let's try something new. 136 00:07:10,765 --> 00:07:12,965 Instead of you all talking amongst yourselves 137 00:07:12,966 --> 00:07:14,968 and behind my back, 138 00:07:15,068 --> 00:07:19,072 I think it's best if you speak clearly and directly to me. 139 00:07:19,073 --> 00:07:22,107 Is this your version of some sort of group therapy session? 140 00:07:22,108 --> 00:07:24,477 Call it whatever you want. Let's get started. 141 00:07:24,577 --> 00:07:26,012 Mother, you go first. 142 00:07:26,980 --> 00:07:28,648 It's simple. 143 00:07:28,748 --> 00:07:31,084 I'm afraid that you are once again 144 00:07:31,184 --> 00:07:33,486 on a path of self-destruction. 145 00:07:34,220 --> 00:07:35,689 I am listening. 146 00:07:35,789 --> 00:07:38,692 I thought recklessness was in your rearview mirror, 147 00:07:38,693 --> 00:07:41,160 but there is something about Bill that leads you 148 00:07:41,161 --> 00:07:44,931 to make foolishly impulsive decisions. 149 00:07:47,300 --> 00:07:49,903 I fear history is repeating itself. 150 00:07:51,638 --> 00:07:53,139 -Danielle. -Uh... 151 00:07:53,140 --> 00:07:55,174 -Did you hear me? -Yes, Mother. Of course. 152 00:07:55,175 --> 00:07:57,110 Heard. Sissy, you next? 153 00:07:58,378 --> 00:08:00,914 -I just want you to be happy. -DANI: And I am. 154 00:08:01,014 --> 00:08:03,650 Well, happiness and Bill rarely go together. 155 00:08:03,750 --> 00:08:06,052 Like a cat's baptism. 156 00:08:07,153 --> 00:08:09,856 Bill seems to have drawn you back into his orbit. 157 00:08:09,956 --> 00:08:12,826 Or maybe you have gone there of your own accord. 158 00:08:12,926 --> 00:08:15,562 I just don't trust that Bill won't hurt you again. 159 00:08:15,662 --> 00:08:18,565 To his credit, Bill has said that he regrets 160 00:08:18,665 --> 00:08:21,067 the way he treated you when you were together. 161 00:08:22,669 --> 00:08:26,306 That kind of confession can stir up some powerful feelings. 162 00:08:26,406 --> 00:08:29,209 Especially during times of crisis and reflection, 163 00:08:29,309 --> 00:08:32,145 which Bill has had a lot of lately. 164 00:08:32,245 --> 00:08:33,713 It doesn't change the fact 165 00:08:33,813 --> 00:08:36,216 that he's married to someone else. 166 00:08:36,316 --> 00:08:38,218 As are you, Dani. 167 00:08:38,885 --> 00:08:40,653 Andre is such a good man. 168 00:08:41,154 --> 00:08:44,958 Now, his loyalty is not performative. 169 00:08:45,058 --> 00:08:47,260 It's instinct. He... 170 00:08:47,360 --> 00:08:48,862 he adores you, sweetheart. 171 00:08:48,962 --> 00:08:51,898 Which is very different from when you were with Bill. 172 00:08:51,998 --> 00:08:55,502 Yeah. It was Bill's world, and you were just living in it. 173 00:08:55,602 --> 00:08:58,138 You gave up so much of yourself for him- 174 00:08:58,238 --> 00:09:00,106 your career, your identity. 175 00:09:00,206 --> 00:09:02,542 And you're finally getting all of that back. 176 00:09:02,543 --> 00:09:04,943 ANITA: We just can't bear the thought of you sacrificing 177 00:09:04,944 --> 00:09:07,981 any part of yourself or the joy you have found 178 00:09:07,982 --> 00:09:10,482 for a man who never deserved you in the first place. 179 00:09:10,483 --> 00:09:12,685 Well, thank you all for sharing that. 180 00:09:13,553 --> 00:09:16,623 And now that we've gotten all of that out of our systems, 181 00:09:16,723 --> 00:09:19,025 I don't, I don't need to hear any more 182 00:09:19,026 --> 00:09:21,160 because you have nothing to worry about. 183 00:09:21,161 --> 00:09:23,029 So why don't we order? 184 00:09:23,129 --> 00:09:25,899 I was thinking about getting the jerk chicken Caesar. 185 00:09:28,768 --> 00:09:31,805 Danielle, put down that menu. 186 00:09:31,905 --> 00:09:33,206 Why? 187 00:09:33,706 --> 00:09:38,111 If you think you can just casually dismiss us, 188 00:09:38,211 --> 00:09:40,513 you are sadly mistaken. 189 00:09:41,915 --> 00:09:43,883 Glad you could make it. 190 00:09:43,983 --> 00:09:45,552 As if I had a choice. 191 00:09:45,553 --> 00:09:47,820 The next time you want the pleasure 192 00:09:47,821 --> 00:09:50,523 of my company, all you have to do is ask. 193 00:09:50,524 --> 00:09:52,191 You don't have to resort to kidnapping. 194 00:09:52,192 --> 00:09:54,160 Strong words make you look weak. 195 00:09:54,161 --> 00:09:55,894 What else do you call me walking out my door, 196 00:09:55,895 --> 00:09:57,196 minding my own business, and out of nowhere, 197 00:09:57,197 --> 00:09:59,432 one of your henchmen comes, grabs me, 198 00:09:59,532 --> 00:10:01,301 and stuffs me in a car. 199 00:10:01,901 --> 00:10:03,970 White glove door-to-door service. 200 00:10:05,872 --> 00:10:09,876 -What the hell, Joey? -Exactly. What the hell... 201 00:10:09,976 --> 00:10:11,845 are you doing with Vanessa? 202 00:10:16,516 --> 00:10:19,985 Dani, we deserve a better answer than that. 203 00:10:19,986 --> 00:10:22,254 -What do you want me to say? -ANITA: We did our part. 204 00:10:22,255 --> 00:10:24,324 We showed up here at your request 205 00:10:24,424 --> 00:10:26,414 and expressed our very valid concerns. 206 00:10:26,459 --> 00:10:28,695 -Valid to you, not to me. -Dani. 207 00:10:28,795 --> 00:10:30,785 This is all one big misinterpretation 208 00:10:30,797 --> 00:10:32,198 of the situation. 209 00:10:32,298 --> 00:10:34,434 How I wish that were true, sweetheart. 210 00:10:34,534 --> 00:10:35,584 We all do. 211 00:10:35,668 --> 00:10:37,170 Have you forgotten 212 00:10:37,270 --> 00:10:39,172 how you behaved at the hospital? 213 00:10:39,272 --> 00:10:41,941 You went at Hayley full-force. 214 00:10:42,041 --> 00:10:44,978 And to make matters worse, you called Bill your husband. 215 00:10:45,078 --> 00:10:46,946 Okay. The emotions were high. 216 00:10:47,046 --> 00:10:48,848 That's all. 217 00:10:48,948 --> 00:10:50,483 Bill was in surgery. 218 00:10:50,484 --> 00:10:52,484 I didn't know what was going to happen to him, 219 00:10:52,485 --> 00:10:54,921 and then his buzzing gnat of a bride 220 00:10:55,021 --> 00:10:57,311 pushed me over the edge with her histrionics. 221 00:10:57,390 --> 00:10:58,890 Are you sure that's all it was? 222 00:10:58,958 --> 00:11:01,427 Yes. Hayley is a constant irritant, 223 00:11:01,528 --> 00:11:03,463 perpetually abrasive, 224 00:11:03,563 --> 00:11:04,764 and I reacted. 225 00:11:05,265 --> 00:11:08,701 To us, it looks like Bill still has a hold on you. 226 00:11:09,536 --> 00:11:12,546 Well, I'm not gonna deny that Bill and I are still connected. 227 00:11:13,540 --> 00:11:15,508 It lives on through our daughters. 228 00:11:15,608 --> 00:11:18,278 And despite our divorce, we are still family. 229 00:11:19,245 --> 00:11:20,680 I can appreciate that. 230 00:11:20,681 --> 00:11:23,015 When one of us is in trouble, the other one shows up. 231 00:11:23,016 --> 00:11:24,484 It's nothing more than that. 232 00:11:24,984 --> 00:11:29,389 I'm not blowing up my life nor my beautiful marriage to Andre. 233 00:11:29,489 --> 00:11:32,559 Are you trying to convince us or yourself? 234 00:11:32,560 --> 00:11:34,927 Respectfully, Mother, I resent being treated 235 00:11:34,928 --> 00:11:37,597 like a 17-year-old who doesn't know her own heart. 236 00:11:37,697 --> 00:11:40,833 We just want to be sure the blinders are off. 237 00:11:40,934 --> 00:11:43,436 I am capable of learning from my mistakes, Daddy. 238 00:11:45,138 --> 00:11:47,006 I see Bill for who he is now. 239 00:11:48,007 --> 00:11:52,879 You mean the man that you, your daughters, and Kat 240 00:11:52,880 --> 00:11:55,714 are all trying to convince his wife is cheating on him? 241 00:11:55,715 --> 00:11:56,849 Wait, what? 242 00:11:56,950 --> 00:11:59,919 To be clear, the girls started all of that. 243 00:12:00,019 --> 00:12:02,288 And you just couldn't stay out of it. 244 00:12:02,388 --> 00:12:06,159 Which pokes a big old hole in your argument. 245 00:12:06,259 --> 00:12:09,629 I think you still have some more explaining to do. 246 00:12:13,466 --> 00:12:15,301 Just wanted to say hi. 247 00:12:15,401 --> 00:12:18,171 Chelsea, we're very sorry about your dad. 248 00:12:18,271 --> 00:12:20,406 Yeah, we hope he'll be home soon. 249 00:12:20,506 --> 00:12:22,942 Well, first of all, I really appreciate that. 250 00:12:22,943 --> 00:12:25,244 Secondly, I think it's adorable that you're both 251 00:12:25,245 --> 00:12:28,214 speaking as a unit with your "we" and "we're." 252 00:12:28,314 --> 00:12:29,382 I love it. 253 00:12:33,953 --> 00:12:35,455 The queen is here. 254 00:12:35,555 --> 00:12:37,965 No, you, dear cousin, deserve that compliment. 255 00:12:38,024 --> 00:12:39,954 Well, we're both serving looks today. 256 00:12:39,993 --> 00:12:41,227 I meant your vibe. 257 00:12:41,327 --> 00:12:43,029 No smoke for Eva? 258 00:12:43,129 --> 00:12:45,131 I'm gonna call you the Daggerless Diva. 259 00:12:45,231 --> 00:12:48,234 Just because I can stand to be in the same room as her 260 00:12:48,235 --> 00:12:49,835 does not mean I want to talk about her. 261 00:12:49,836 --> 00:12:51,437 -Noted. -Besides, 262 00:12:51,537 --> 00:12:54,774 there are far more pressing things to discuss. 263 00:12:54,874 --> 00:12:56,476 Well, let's get to it. 264 00:12:57,810 --> 00:13:00,947 I'm proud of you for keeping things chill with Kat. 265 00:13:01,047 --> 00:13:02,982 Doesn't come naturally, 266 00:13:03,082 --> 00:13:04,917 but I do owe her my life. 267 00:13:04,918 --> 00:13:07,986 It looks like it's still awkward 268 00:13:07,987 --> 00:13:09,677 for y'all to be around each other. 269 00:13:09,989 --> 00:13:11,424 You think? 270 00:13:11,425 --> 00:13:13,492 If you want to go somewhere else, say the word. 271 00:13:13,493 --> 00:13:15,294 I mean, since the surgery, you've been cooped up 272 00:13:15,295 --> 00:13:16,929 in the apartment most days. 273 00:13:16,930 --> 00:13:19,598 Now that you're back outside, we don't have to be anywhere 274 00:13:19,599 --> 00:13:20,739 you're uncomfortable. 275 00:13:20,833 --> 00:13:22,835 Mm-mm. I came here for the cornbread. 276 00:13:22,935 --> 00:13:25,345 I am not about to let my half-sister kill my vibe. 277 00:13:27,040 --> 00:13:29,570 I'm really enjoying that Natasha Trethewey book 278 00:13:29,571 --> 00:13:31,276 you chose for me at Busboy and Poets. 279 00:13:31,277 --> 00:13:32,745 Okay, speed reader. 280 00:13:32,845 --> 00:13:35,248 After learning how she lost a parent at 19, 281 00:13:35,348 --> 00:13:36,883 I see why you chose her for me. 282 00:13:36,983 --> 00:13:40,086 And you really nailed it for me with How Music Works. 283 00:13:40,087 --> 00:13:42,654 I'm still making my way through Byrne's brilliance. 284 00:13:42,655 --> 00:13:45,458 Whew. I'm glad you like it. That's a relief. 285 00:13:45,459 --> 00:13:47,993 Are you kidding me? It basically has blown my mind, 286 00:13:47,994 --> 00:13:49,995 almost as much as this midday meetup with you. 287 00:13:49,996 --> 00:13:52,565 I'm enjoying it even more than our movie night. 288 00:13:52,566 --> 00:13:54,066 Where should we go for our next date? 289 00:13:54,067 --> 00:13:55,934 Ooh, are you asking me out again already? 290 00:13:55,935 --> 00:13:57,770 -Unless you don't- Um... -Oh, I do. 291 00:13:58,705 --> 00:13:59,872 How are we doing? 292 00:14:00,606 --> 00:14:02,642 Great. Uh, quick question, 293 00:14:02,643 --> 00:14:04,810 do you guys still have the open mic nights here? 294 00:14:04,811 --> 00:14:07,280 Every month. Next one's tomorrow night. 295 00:14:07,380 --> 00:14:09,190 -Perfect. Thank you. -WAITER: Got it. 296 00:14:09,949 --> 00:14:13,119 -Are you down for tomorrow? -Absolutely. 297 00:14:13,120 --> 00:14:14,853 You sure you want to see me perform? 298 00:14:14,854 --> 00:14:16,255 Try and keep me away. 299 00:14:18,458 --> 00:14:19,592 VANESSA: Deanna. 300 00:14:19,692 --> 00:14:21,694 What luck running into you. 301 00:14:22,628 --> 00:14:25,898 You had me abducted for hanging out with Vanessa? 302 00:14:25,998 --> 00:14:27,400 Escorted... 303 00:14:27,500 --> 00:14:29,135 with momentum and purpose. 304 00:14:29,869 --> 00:14:31,070 Huh. 305 00:14:31,170 --> 00:14:34,240 Jealous? Afraid she's gonna ditch you for me? 306 00:14:34,340 --> 00:14:36,008 Please, don't flatter yourself. 307 00:14:36,109 --> 00:14:38,578 She does like a little taste of danger. 308 00:14:39,412 --> 00:14:42,048 Do I look like I'm playing right now? 309 00:14:42,049 --> 00:14:44,082 Please, will you relax? What happened to your sense of humor? 310 00:14:44,083 --> 00:14:46,218 I don't think it's funny that you're using Vanessa 311 00:14:46,219 --> 00:14:47,587 to get what you want. 312 00:14:48,221 --> 00:14:49,522 Wow. 313 00:14:49,622 --> 00:14:50,690 That hurts. 314 00:14:50,790 --> 00:14:52,525 That's a paper cut 315 00:14:52,526 --> 00:14:55,193 compared to what I'm willing to do if you keep this up. 316 00:14:55,194 --> 00:14:57,397 Well, it's just not what I'm doing. 317 00:14:58,498 --> 00:15:00,233 Vanessa's no pawn to me. 318 00:15:01,601 --> 00:15:03,161 You really need to believe that. 319 00:15:06,805 --> 00:15:10,175 I may have missed my barista calling. 320 00:15:10,176 --> 00:15:12,178 Thank you. Now that we're prepped to 321 00:15:12,278 --> 00:15:14,928 -get jacked up on caffeine, shall we head out? -Yeah. 322 00:15:15,648 --> 00:15:17,650 Oh. I almost forgot. 323 00:15:17,750 --> 00:15:19,986 I actually was gonna call you. 324 00:15:20,553 --> 00:15:21,621 Yeah? 325 00:15:21,721 --> 00:15:23,456 I was invited to participate 326 00:15:23,556 --> 00:15:25,546 in a charity basketball game tomorrow. 327 00:15:25,591 --> 00:15:28,861 Five on five, and I'm in need of a fifth. 328 00:15:30,163 --> 00:15:32,165 -I don't know. -Oh, come on, Andre. 329 00:15:32,166 --> 00:15:33,765 I mean, help your favorite congressman 330 00:15:33,766 --> 00:15:35,936 shut down the competition on the hardwood. 331 00:15:36,569 --> 00:15:38,104 Press are gonna be there? 332 00:15:38,204 --> 00:15:40,173 Think of it as a chance to show off 333 00:15:40,273 --> 00:15:42,208 and make them sweat your technique. 334 00:15:44,043 --> 00:15:47,079 In front of a gaggle of reporters and photographers? 335 00:15:47,180 --> 00:15:50,817 The one thing that Shonda loves more than a good cause 336 00:15:50,917 --> 00:15:53,119 is a good cause with tons of media coverage. 337 00:15:53,219 --> 00:15:54,787 Yep, she signed him right up 338 00:15:54,788 --> 00:15:56,288 before he had the chance to say no. 339 00:15:56,289 --> 00:15:57,590 Mm. 340 00:15:57,690 --> 00:15:59,125 I'm gonna have to pass. 341 00:15:59,225 --> 00:16:02,462 -What? -I like being behind the camera, cuz, you know that. 342 00:16:02,562 --> 00:16:04,730 But-but the press pool is gonna eat it up 343 00:16:04,831 --> 00:16:06,933 when you guys win on the court together. 344 00:16:07,633 --> 00:16:09,702 Smitty? No. 345 00:16:09,802 --> 00:16:12,405 No, basketball is not my thing. 346 00:16:12,406 --> 00:16:13,872 If I got out there, it would be... 347 00:16:13,873 --> 00:16:15,707 What's that line from The Princess Bride? 348 00:16:15,708 --> 00:16:17,243 "Humiliations galore." 349 00:16:17,343 --> 00:16:20,646 -I doubt it'll be that bad. -Yeah, you're right. 350 00:16:20,746 --> 00:16:22,114 It would be worse. 351 00:16:22,715 --> 00:16:25,818 Okay, um, count me in for a donation 352 00:16:25,918 --> 00:16:29,121 and a promise to catch you for a pickup game at the club. 353 00:16:29,122 --> 00:16:30,455 Well, we're headed over there now. 354 00:16:30,456 --> 00:16:32,158 I need to get some practice in. 355 00:16:32,159 --> 00:16:33,825 Sure you don't want to join for that? 356 00:16:33,826 --> 00:16:35,995 Nah, um... 357 00:16:35,996 --> 00:16:37,395 Maybe I'll catch you later. 358 00:16:37,396 --> 00:16:38,764 -All right. See you. -Yeah. 359 00:16:41,133 --> 00:16:42,183 (phone chimes) 360 00:16:47,792 --> 00:16:49,875 Damn. 361 00:16:49,876 --> 00:16:51,310 Damn it. 362 00:16:51,410 --> 00:16:52,460 Um... 363 00:17:07,560 --> 00:17:09,929 I am willing to explain everything 364 00:17:10,029 --> 00:17:12,832 without going into the gritty details. 365 00:17:12,932 --> 00:17:15,822 The girls have reason to believe that Hayley is cheating. 366 00:17:15,835 --> 00:17:17,003 And? 367 00:17:17,103 --> 00:17:20,106 And they don't want their father played for a fool. 368 00:17:20,206 --> 00:17:23,743 Oh, when have you ever known Bill to fall for that trap? 369 00:17:23,843 --> 00:17:25,811 He is far too smart. 370 00:17:25,912 --> 00:17:28,381 Even if Hayley is stepping out, 371 00:17:28,481 --> 00:17:31,183 Bill's marriage is none your business. 372 00:17:31,284 --> 00:17:32,952 I disagree, Mother. 373 00:17:32,953 --> 00:17:36,254 Bill may refuse to see it, but he needs people 374 00:17:36,255 --> 00:17:37,522 looking out for him right now. 375 00:17:37,523 --> 00:17:39,958 And as the mother of his children and his friend, 376 00:17:39,959 --> 00:17:41,327 I'm one of those people. 377 00:17:41,427 --> 00:17:43,897 You actually consider yourselves friends now? 378 00:17:43,963 --> 00:17:45,164 Why wouldn't we? 379 00:17:45,165 --> 00:17:47,399 Because that is not a word that leaps to my mind 380 00:17:47,400 --> 00:17:48,633 when I think of the two of you. 381 00:17:48,634 --> 00:17:50,636 True, we are not a textbook example. 382 00:17:50,736 --> 00:17:52,204 Quite the opposite. 383 00:17:53,039 --> 00:17:54,574 What you all are not seeing 384 00:17:54,674 --> 00:17:57,743 is that Bill's legacy belongs to my daughters. 385 00:17:58,477 --> 00:18:01,314 They have to walk in it, no matter how it shapes up. 386 00:18:02,448 --> 00:18:07,153 And while my egotistical, often infuriating ex 387 00:18:07,154 --> 00:18:09,220 might not admit that he isn't the force of nature 388 00:18:09,221 --> 00:18:11,123 he used to be before a stroke 389 00:18:11,223 --> 00:18:14,260 and now neurological issues and a heart problem, 390 00:18:14,360 --> 00:18:16,329 the change is undeniable. 391 00:18:17,396 --> 00:18:19,866 He is vulnerable, physically and emotionally, 392 00:18:19,932 --> 00:18:23,002 and a ratchet like Hayley would take advantage of that. 393 00:18:23,102 --> 00:18:25,304 It's not happening. Not on my watch 394 00:18:25,404 --> 00:18:26,664 and not on my girls' watch. 395 00:18:26,706 --> 00:18:29,041 And y'all are not gonna make me wrong for that. 396 00:18:30,309 --> 00:18:32,078 Well... 397 00:18:32,178 --> 00:18:33,846 I guess you told us. 398 00:18:34,580 --> 00:18:37,350 The question is... 399 00:18:37,450 --> 00:18:38,951 did you hear it? 400 00:18:40,386 --> 00:18:43,289 Do you still have lingering questions on the matter? 401 00:18:43,389 --> 00:18:44,991 I guess... 402 00:18:44,992 --> 00:18:47,092 we're gonna have to take you at your word. 403 00:18:47,093 --> 00:18:49,295 But just know, if anything does happen... 404 00:18:50,496 --> 00:18:51,764 ...we'll all be here. 405 00:18:51,864 --> 00:18:55,434 To pick you up, if you fall. 406 00:18:55,534 --> 00:18:57,903 And don't you forget that. 407 00:18:58,971 --> 00:19:00,239 Thank you. 408 00:19:01,807 --> 00:19:03,876 That offer means so, so much. 409 00:19:05,244 --> 00:19:06,879 But I assure you... 410 00:19:09,181 --> 00:19:10,416 ...I won't need it. 411 00:19:11,884 --> 00:19:14,654 -Mom, this is Noah. -Nice to meet you, ma'am. 412 00:19:14,754 --> 00:19:17,156 Oh, please don't "ma'am" me. 413 00:19:17,723 --> 00:19:20,026 But it is, it is so great to meet you, Noah. 414 00:19:20,126 --> 00:19:21,727 I've heard so much about you. 415 00:19:21,827 --> 00:19:23,162 Oh, have you? 416 00:19:23,163 --> 00:19:26,297 Oh, I-I just meant that Deanna's mentioned to you, of course, 417 00:19:26,298 --> 00:19:28,099 but I'm best friends with Nicole Dupree, 418 00:19:28,100 --> 00:19:29,734 and since she's dating your father 419 00:19:29,735 --> 00:19:32,237 -and you're working at the clinic... -I get it. Word gets around. 420 00:19:32,238 --> 00:19:33,805 Mom, I'm just surprised to see you. 421 00:19:33,806 --> 00:19:35,573 I thought you had back-to-back meetings today. 422 00:19:35,574 --> 00:19:37,810 I did have a showing earlier, but then 423 00:19:37,910 --> 00:19:39,745 my other meeting got cancelled. 424 00:19:41,781 --> 00:19:44,016 Anyway, I-I don't want to intrude. 425 00:19:44,116 --> 00:19:46,452 I will get a table way across the room. 426 00:19:46,552 --> 00:19:48,587 Oh, you're not intruding. 427 00:19:48,588 --> 00:19:50,455 Your daughter and I were just about finished, 428 00:19:50,456 --> 00:19:52,124 but if you'd like to join us? 429 00:19:52,992 --> 00:19:54,994 If you're sure you don't mind. 430 00:19:55,995 --> 00:19:57,263 Have a seat, Mom. 431 00:19:58,264 --> 00:19:59,932 I would like that very much. 432 00:20:02,435 --> 00:20:04,203 Can't I just make a friend? 433 00:20:04,204 --> 00:20:07,539 I'm just trying to get to know Vanessa better. 434 00:20:07,540 --> 00:20:09,207 Have more than a passing acquaintance 435 00:20:09,208 --> 00:20:11,711 with someone that you... love. 436 00:20:11,811 --> 00:20:14,046 And I'm supposed to believe that? 437 00:20:14,146 --> 00:20:16,816 I probably wouldn't, either. I'd want proof. 438 00:20:16,916 --> 00:20:18,751 Precisely. 439 00:20:18,851 --> 00:20:20,319 Well, only time will tell. 440 00:20:20,320 --> 00:20:22,120 Eventually, you'll see by my actions 441 00:20:22,121 --> 00:20:23,755 that I don't have a hidden agenda. 442 00:20:23,756 --> 00:20:26,492 I don't have that kind of time to play with. 443 00:20:26,592 --> 00:20:30,062 Well, then, I guess you're just gonna have to trust me. 444 00:20:30,162 --> 00:20:34,066 Because whether we're in business together or not... 445 00:20:35,301 --> 00:20:37,970 ...I want a relationship with you again. 446 00:20:39,004 --> 00:20:42,074 I want you to make room for me in your life. 447 00:20:43,042 --> 00:20:45,544 I'm not sure we want the same things. 448 00:20:46,312 --> 00:20:48,414 You're the only family I have left. 449 00:20:48,514 --> 00:20:50,082 We've only got each other. 450 00:20:50,850 --> 00:20:52,518 I want to believe you. 451 00:20:52,519 --> 00:20:56,788 I look at you and I can still see the little sister 452 00:20:56,789 --> 00:20:58,390 I adored growing up. 453 00:20:58,491 --> 00:21:00,092 Who adored you. 454 00:21:00,192 --> 00:21:01,594 But I know you, Heather. 455 00:21:02,995 --> 00:21:05,197 And that was a long time ago. 456 00:21:05,198 --> 00:21:09,134 And there's a lot of things I can't unsee 457 00:21:09,135 --> 00:21:10,402 when I look at you now. 458 00:21:10,503 --> 00:21:12,037 People can change, Joey. 459 00:21:13,973 --> 00:21:15,775 I'm not the same person I was. 460 00:21:17,810 --> 00:21:20,846 I've been hearing about the Impaler's brutality 461 00:21:20,946 --> 00:21:23,249 and ruthlessness for years. 462 00:21:23,250 --> 00:21:26,184 Well, you of all people should know, 463 00:21:26,185 --> 00:21:27,819 don't believe everything you hear. 464 00:21:27,820 --> 00:21:31,423 I've seen the trail of death and destruction 465 00:21:31,524 --> 00:21:33,793 that she left in her wake in the DMV. 466 00:21:34,994 --> 00:21:38,597 You see, there's a limit to what I'll do. 467 00:21:40,900 --> 00:21:43,002 I can't say the same for you, Heather. 468 00:21:44,470 --> 00:21:46,739 And that's where we have a problem. 469 00:21:51,877 --> 00:21:54,527 -You really don't think that we're alike? -I know it. 470 00:21:54,880 --> 00:21:57,383 Hmm. Well, that's unfair at best, harsh at worst, 471 00:21:57,483 --> 00:22:00,719 -but mostly just delusional. -I calls 'em like I sees 'em. 472 00:22:00,720 --> 00:22:03,521 You know the only difference between us... 473 00:22:03,522 --> 00:22:06,291 -A conscience? -...is that you have other people do your dirty work. 474 00:22:06,292 --> 00:22:08,159 I don't lurk in the shadows, and I'm willing to get 475 00:22:08,160 --> 00:22:10,461 a little blood on my hands if the situation calls for it. 476 00:22:10,462 --> 00:22:12,512 Different methods, same exact results. 477 00:22:12,598 --> 00:22:14,433 It's not something I'm proud of. 478 00:22:14,434 --> 00:22:16,167 Well, you can give yourself a little grace. 479 00:22:16,168 --> 00:22:19,178 Let's not forget where we came from or the man that raised us. 480 00:22:19,672 --> 00:22:22,074 We would've fared better with wolves. 481 00:22:22,174 --> 00:22:24,243 We learned to survive. 482 00:22:25,144 --> 00:22:28,247 I never thought that we would find anybody else 483 00:22:28,347 --> 00:22:30,516 who would get us the way we get each other. 484 00:22:30,616 --> 00:22:31,917 But... 485 00:22:32,017 --> 00:22:33,285 it seems you have. 486 00:22:34,320 --> 00:22:37,756 You found someone that you can be your true self with. 487 00:22:37,857 --> 00:22:39,325 I hope. 488 00:22:39,425 --> 00:22:40,659 I'm thrilled for you. 489 00:22:40,759 --> 00:22:42,528 (inhales) End of story. 490 00:22:42,628 --> 00:22:45,564 Is it? Because it feels like there's an epilogue 491 00:22:45,664 --> 00:22:46,732 or an afterword. 492 00:22:46,733 --> 00:22:48,066 Something you're keeping to yourself. 493 00:22:48,067 --> 00:22:49,207 Oh, my God. Joey, please. 494 00:22:49,301 --> 00:22:51,303 I don't mean Vanessa any harm. 495 00:22:51,403 --> 00:22:52,771 Now, will you kindly call 496 00:22:52,772 --> 00:22:54,939 the current thuggish squire on rotation 497 00:22:54,940 --> 00:22:57,276 and dismiss him so I can go about my day? 498 00:22:57,376 --> 00:23:00,512 I'm gonna choose to believe you, for now. 499 00:23:03,148 --> 00:23:06,619 But if this turns out to be anything else 500 00:23:06,719 --> 00:23:09,054 and something happens to Vanessa, 501 00:23:09,154 --> 00:23:11,257 sister or no sister, 502 00:23:11,357 --> 00:23:13,525 I will kill you with my bare hands. 503 00:23:14,266 --> 00:23:17,929 Seems we have more in common after all. 504 00:23:17,930 --> 00:23:19,498 Do we have an understanding? 505 00:23:19,598 --> 00:23:21,098 You don't have to tell me twice. 506 00:23:21,133 --> 00:23:22,301 Good. 507 00:23:25,738 --> 00:23:28,508 I'll call Vanessa about that dinner she wanted to have. 508 00:23:31,443 --> 00:23:33,979 I'm sorry I haven't been by the clinic to see you 509 00:23:34,079 --> 00:23:36,982 since you started. I've just been so busy. 510 00:23:37,082 --> 00:23:39,972 It's okay. Eva and Leslie have been taking great care of me. 511 00:23:39,985 --> 00:23:43,956 Although I'm not actively involved in daily operations, 512 00:23:43,957 --> 00:23:45,757 I have heard through the grapevine 513 00:23:45,758 --> 00:23:47,660 that you're doing really well. 514 00:23:47,760 --> 00:23:49,361 Management suits you. 515 00:23:49,461 --> 00:23:52,097 I still have a lot to learn, but so far, so good. 516 00:23:52,098 --> 00:23:54,299 And he'll have it all figured out in no time. 517 00:23:54,300 --> 00:23:55,601 They're lucky to have you. 518 00:23:55,701 --> 00:23:58,537 Well, I'm super grateful for the opportunity. 519 00:23:58,637 --> 00:24:00,687 But speaking of which, I have to get back. 520 00:24:00,706 --> 00:24:02,975 Oh, no, it-it's on me. 521 00:24:03,075 --> 00:24:04,710 I insist. 522 00:24:04,810 --> 00:24:07,046 Well, thank you very much. 523 00:24:07,146 --> 00:24:09,782 It's great to meet you. Deanna, I'll call you, okay? 524 00:24:18,424 --> 00:24:19,992 So that's Noah? 525 00:24:20,092 --> 00:24:21,360 And? 526 00:24:23,028 --> 00:24:26,332 Oh, looks like a Dupree family power meeting. 527 00:24:26,432 --> 00:24:28,300 -What did we miss? -Don't ask. 528 00:24:28,400 --> 00:24:31,203 -Now I definitely want to know. -Mm-mm. 529 00:24:31,303 --> 00:24:33,072 -Oh, I... -Or not. -Mm-hmm. 530 00:24:33,172 --> 00:24:34,873 I just hope you're all doing well. 531 00:24:34,974 --> 00:24:36,375 Never better. 532 00:24:36,376 --> 00:24:39,510 The doctor says that Dad's condition 533 00:24:39,511 --> 00:24:41,313 has definitely improved. 534 00:24:41,413 --> 00:24:44,550 -You don't seem convinced. -Because we still don't know 535 00:24:44,551 --> 00:24:46,484 what's causing his health problems. 536 00:24:46,485 --> 00:24:48,587 I know. Just-just give it time. 537 00:24:48,588 --> 00:24:51,556 Nobody's getting better care than my dad. 538 00:24:51,557 --> 00:24:53,891 I just can't shake the feeling that something else 539 00:24:53,892 --> 00:24:54,942 is gonna happen. 540 00:24:55,027 --> 00:24:57,730 Probably because something keeps happening. 541 00:24:57,830 --> 00:25:00,766 It's like every time he gets released from the hospital, 542 00:25:00,866 --> 00:25:03,702 things seem fine and then something worse hits him. 543 00:25:05,170 --> 00:25:07,106 I learned that, 544 00:25:07,107 --> 00:25:09,607 when you have a strong feeling about something, 545 00:25:09,608 --> 00:25:11,228 especially when it's negative, 546 00:25:11,276 --> 00:25:13,278 you have to pay attention. 547 00:25:14,279 --> 00:25:16,248 I want to spend more time with my dad. 548 00:25:16,348 --> 00:25:18,458 If I have eyes on him, then I know he's okay. 549 00:25:18,517 --> 00:25:19,618 Hmm... 550 00:25:19,718 --> 00:25:21,086 Hayley won't like that. 551 00:25:21,186 --> 00:25:23,088 Do you think I care what she thinks? 552 00:25:23,188 --> 00:25:24,256 Period. 553 00:25:25,357 --> 00:25:28,627 He's my father. I'm not gonna let anything happen to him. 554 00:25:29,395 --> 00:25:32,531 It's so good seeing you like this, enjoying yourself. 555 00:25:32,631 --> 00:25:34,166 It feels awesome. 556 00:25:34,266 --> 00:25:36,402 Yeah, you're making some real progress. 557 00:25:36,502 --> 00:25:38,404 Emphasis on "some." 558 00:25:39,805 --> 00:25:43,042 How have you been feeling since the other day? 559 00:25:43,675 --> 00:25:45,044 Since we... 560 00:25:46,145 --> 00:25:48,781 Yeah, we-we haven't really talked about it. 561 00:25:50,182 --> 00:25:53,585 Izaiah, how could I not appreciate everything you did? 562 00:25:54,153 --> 00:25:55,903 I wasn't fishing for compliments. 563 00:25:55,921 --> 00:25:57,723 I just... 564 00:25:57,823 --> 00:26:00,113 I just want to make sure you felt comfortable. 565 00:26:00,859 --> 00:26:03,462 Well, you took things slow. 566 00:26:03,562 --> 00:26:05,497 You kept it dark. 567 00:26:05,597 --> 00:26:08,400 -I loved all of it. -Was it enough? 568 00:26:10,369 --> 00:26:14,440 I can't help wondering if you were right there with me, or 569 00:26:14,540 --> 00:26:16,410 were you in your head the whole time? 570 00:26:21,013 --> 00:26:22,915 Get in here. New assignment for you. 571 00:26:23,549 --> 00:26:25,150 Whatever you need, boss. 572 00:26:26,985 --> 00:26:29,788 Randy's been tailing Heather, but he's just one man. 573 00:26:29,888 --> 00:26:32,691 -Mm-hmm. -I want eyes on her constantly, 574 00:26:32,692 --> 00:26:34,592 especially when Vanessa's with her. 575 00:26:34,593 --> 00:26:35,761 Got it. 576 00:26:35,762 --> 00:26:38,062 -You and Randy are gonna work as a team... -Mm-hmm. 577 00:26:38,063 --> 00:26:41,733 ...and coordinate before, during, and after your detail. 578 00:26:41,834 --> 00:26:43,402 I can do that. Yes, sir. 579 00:26:43,502 --> 00:26:45,771 Well, Vinny couldn't seem to figure out 580 00:26:45,871 --> 00:26:47,706 what good surveillance was. 581 00:26:47,806 --> 00:26:49,808 He managed to lose her in a theater. 582 00:26:51,276 --> 00:26:53,011 Don't make the same mistake. 583 00:26:53,112 --> 00:26:55,280 I need you to stay close to her. 584 00:26:55,380 --> 00:26:57,049 On it, boss. 585 00:27:00,352 --> 00:27:01,787 Charming, 586 00:27:01,887 --> 00:27:03,722 just like his father. 587 00:27:03,822 --> 00:27:05,924 Well-mannered, extremely cute, 588 00:27:06,024 --> 00:27:08,427 and obviously, very into you. 589 00:27:08,527 --> 00:27:09,862 You don't know that. 590 00:27:09,962 --> 00:27:12,464 Oh, he invited me to sit with you, 591 00:27:12,564 --> 00:27:15,334 went out of his way to make a good first impression, and... 592 00:27:16,101 --> 00:27:18,303 ...he couldn't keep his eyes off you. 593 00:27:18,403 --> 00:27:19,972 -Please... -He's hooked. 594 00:27:19,973 --> 00:27:22,073 Don't make too big of a thing of this, Mom. 595 00:27:22,074 --> 00:27:23,976 Would I do that? 596 00:27:24,810 --> 00:27:26,845 Noah and I just started hanging out. 597 00:27:27,880 --> 00:27:29,448 It's just... 598 00:27:29,548 --> 00:27:32,184 so nice to see you smiling like you used to. 599 00:27:33,185 --> 00:27:35,154 You mean before Dad died? 600 00:27:37,322 --> 00:27:38,724 Uh... 601 00:27:38,824 --> 00:27:39,925 I, uh... 602 00:27:40,893 --> 00:27:42,794 ...couldn't help but notice that 603 00:27:42,895 --> 00:27:44,796 Noah had his guitar with him. 604 00:27:44,797 --> 00:27:49,233 Before you came, I heard him play for the first time. 605 00:27:49,234 --> 00:27:50,769 Did you love it? 606 00:27:51,770 --> 00:27:54,873 I didn't want to be cringe, so I tried not to fangirl. 607 00:27:54,973 --> 00:27:57,443 There's nothing wrong with a little excitement. 608 00:27:57,543 --> 00:28:00,013 He's performing here at open mic night tomorrow. 609 00:28:00,014 --> 00:28:03,281 Well, we should get a group of people together 610 00:28:03,282 --> 00:28:04,416 and come support him. 611 00:28:04,516 --> 00:28:05,717 You would do that? 612 00:28:06,485 --> 00:28:09,721 I mean, you could bring Joey if you want. 613 00:28:10,856 --> 00:28:13,258 That is-is so kind of you to say. 614 00:28:14,393 --> 00:28:16,562 But... I... 615 00:28:16,563 --> 00:28:18,362 I-I have a feeling that open mic nights 616 00:28:18,363 --> 00:28:19,983 aren't-aren't really his thing. 617 00:28:20,499 --> 00:28:23,235 -Oh. -But I promise, 618 00:28:23,335 --> 00:28:24,903 you can count on me. 619 00:28:27,573 --> 00:28:29,875 Well, now, what brings you two by? 620 00:28:30,542 --> 00:28:32,010 Prepping for tomorrow. 621 00:28:32,110 --> 00:28:33,550 I'm going to shoot some hoops. 622 00:28:33,579 --> 00:28:37,049 Oh, yes, the charity basketball tournament. 623 00:28:37,050 --> 00:28:39,183 Yeah, you ready to put up some big points? 624 00:28:39,184 --> 00:28:41,085 I'm just hoping not to embarrass myself. 625 00:28:41,086 --> 00:28:42,754 Oh, I'm sure that won't happen. 626 00:28:42,755 --> 00:28:45,089 You've always had a great jump shot and your ballhandling 627 00:28:45,090 --> 00:28:46,710 under pressure is pretty decent. 628 00:28:46,792 --> 00:28:48,360 -Thanks, Mom. -Oh, thank you 629 00:28:48,460 --> 00:28:50,462 for, uh, including Kial. 630 00:28:50,562 --> 00:28:52,331 He is really looking forward to it. 631 00:28:52,431 --> 00:28:53,765 That man can ball. 632 00:28:53,766 --> 00:28:55,866 I'm just glad that he agreed to be on the team. 633 00:28:55,867 --> 00:28:58,203 Kial played basketball in high school, 634 00:28:58,204 --> 00:29:00,037 even went to the state championship. 635 00:29:00,038 --> 00:29:03,242 Mm. Well who else is on the team, aside from you 636 00:29:03,342 --> 00:29:04,643 and Kial and Smitty? 637 00:29:04,743 --> 00:29:06,511 Oh, no, not me. 638 00:29:06,512 --> 00:29:08,279 I will be cheering from the stands 639 00:29:08,280 --> 00:29:11,817 while Ted and Carlton help with the dribbling and the shooting. 640 00:29:11,917 --> 00:29:14,519 Wait a second, all of Nicole's men are on the team? 641 00:29:14,620 --> 00:29:16,622 What could go wrong? 642 00:29:16,722 --> 00:29:19,358 They have been on a court together before. 643 00:29:19,359 --> 00:29:21,692 If they didn't want to play together, they didn't have to. 644 00:29:21,693 --> 00:29:24,096 Who's the fifth player, if not Smitty? 645 00:29:24,196 --> 00:29:25,430 Well, that's TBD. 646 00:29:25,431 --> 00:29:27,398 We're still trying to figure that out. 647 00:29:27,399 --> 00:29:29,468 And we should get on that now. 648 00:29:29,568 --> 00:29:32,037 If you'll excuse us, Smitty and I have to meet 649 00:29:32,137 --> 00:29:34,640 with Megan, the club's event coordinator. 650 00:29:34,740 --> 00:29:37,109 We have a few questions before tomorrow, 651 00:29:37,110 --> 00:29:38,576 and then we have to hit the court. 652 00:29:38,577 --> 00:29:40,978 Well, you're hitting the court, I'm hitting the gym. 653 00:29:40,979 --> 00:29:44,549 It's safer for everyone that way. Bye. 654 00:29:44,650 --> 00:29:45,851 Buh-bye. 655 00:29:45,852 --> 00:29:47,818 Oh, Nicole, maybe you should have Martin 656 00:29:47,819 --> 00:29:49,987 track down your college boyfriend Anthony. 657 00:29:49,988 --> 00:29:51,723 -Oh, hush. -DANI: What? 658 00:29:51,823 --> 00:29:54,660 Your first love might like to have a spot on Team Nicole. 659 00:29:54,760 --> 00:29:57,896 -You are just so amusing. -Aren't I? 660 00:30:02,534 --> 00:30:03,584 (phone chimes) 661 00:30:11,043 --> 00:30:12,844 ANITA: What is it, dear? 662 00:30:12,944 --> 00:30:16,214 I thought I saw Andre walk in. 663 00:30:24,356 --> 00:30:25,991 Your foreplay game is unmatched. 664 00:30:26,091 --> 00:30:27,141 But? 665 00:30:28,093 --> 00:30:31,029 But I admit I was in my head when we started. 666 00:30:31,129 --> 00:30:33,598 Yeah, I kind of figured that. 667 00:30:33,599 --> 00:30:35,800 But it didn't take long before I lost myself 668 00:30:35,801 --> 00:30:36,851 in you, though. 669 00:30:36,852 --> 00:30:38,602 Are you just saying that for my sake? 670 00:30:38,603 --> 00:30:40,639 No, I'm being for real. 671 00:30:40,640 --> 00:30:42,740 But please don't get your expectations 672 00:30:42,741 --> 00:30:45,277 -and hopes too high, babe. -Heard. 673 00:30:45,377 --> 00:30:48,780 Look, I'm really trying to be okay with my body. 674 00:30:48,880 --> 00:30:51,450 And I do feel better with you now, but 675 00:30:51,550 --> 00:30:54,500 everything I've been feeling hasn't gone away overnight. 676 00:30:54,786 --> 00:30:56,121 I understand. 677 00:30:56,221 --> 00:30:57,661 And I'm here for the long haul. 678 00:30:58,523 --> 00:30:59,858 Are you, though? 679 00:30:59,958 --> 00:31:01,493 Of course. 680 00:31:01,593 --> 00:31:03,929 I want us to be learning to love each other 681 00:31:04,029 --> 00:31:06,131 in different ways with each new year. 682 00:31:06,865 --> 00:31:08,567 I like the sound of that. 683 00:31:09,267 --> 00:31:10,969 I was thinking, 684 00:31:11,069 --> 00:31:14,072 uh, what if we tried taking a small step each time 685 00:31:14,172 --> 00:31:15,941 to help you move forward? 686 00:31:17,743 --> 00:31:19,678 Like? 687 00:31:19,778 --> 00:31:22,214 Maybe we can light a few candles next time. 688 00:31:23,582 --> 00:31:25,751 I was feeling better in the dark. 689 00:31:26,485 --> 00:31:29,020 Well, if thoughts get in the way, 690 00:31:29,121 --> 00:31:31,123 I'll do that move you always like. 691 00:31:31,223 --> 00:31:34,493 Mmm. I know the one. 692 00:31:34,593 --> 00:31:36,261 Okay, maybe we can try that. 693 00:31:36,262 --> 00:31:38,062 Or you can just blow the candles out. 694 00:31:38,063 --> 00:31:40,532 Okay. Deal. 695 00:31:42,300 --> 00:31:43,368 Thank you. 696 00:31:44,269 --> 00:31:46,638 -For what? -For trusting me. 697 00:31:49,307 --> 00:31:52,344 Thank you for loving me the way you do. 698 00:31:56,041 --> 00:31:59,917 You still up for swinging by the grands'? 699 00:31:59,918 --> 00:32:01,386 Wouldn't miss it. You ready? 700 00:32:01,486 --> 00:32:03,889 -Not yet. -What are we waiting for? 701 00:32:03,989 --> 00:32:07,492 Her. She texted asking where we were. 702 00:32:07,592 --> 00:32:09,261 -Hey. -Hi. 703 00:32:10,228 --> 00:32:12,464 You're the best for making time for me. 704 00:32:12,564 --> 00:32:13,999 How's the new place, Kat? 705 00:32:14,000 --> 00:32:15,800 Fantastic. I love everything about it. 706 00:32:15,801 --> 00:32:17,868 Mm. Chelsea, do you think you and your fianc�e 707 00:32:17,869 --> 00:32:19,637 will be in the market for a property soon? 708 00:32:19,638 --> 00:32:22,108 We're not looking for a place of our own right now. 709 00:32:22,674 --> 00:32:24,443 Oh, well, it is a big step. 710 00:32:24,444 --> 00:32:27,077 But if we change our minds, you'll be the first to know. 711 00:32:27,078 --> 00:32:29,614 I'm sure my mom can find the perfect home for you. 712 00:32:29,714 --> 00:32:31,049 Check you out. 713 00:32:31,149 --> 00:32:34,152 The budding real estate agent trying to drum up clients. 714 00:32:34,153 --> 00:32:35,886 Well, I'm just lending my mom a hand, 715 00:32:35,887 --> 00:32:38,323 but there is something else I wanted to ask you. 716 00:32:38,423 --> 00:32:40,258 I know you both love good music, 717 00:32:40,358 --> 00:32:44,062 and Noah is performing at open mic night at Uptown tomorrow. 718 00:32:44,162 --> 00:32:46,531 Uh-oh. You and Noah, is this a thing? 719 00:32:46,631 --> 00:32:48,071 Not officially, it's casual. 720 00:32:48,133 --> 00:32:50,001 But you're hoping for more? 721 00:32:50,101 --> 00:32:51,903 I'm going back to school soon. 722 00:32:52,003 --> 00:32:54,573 -Well, Noah won't be far away. -KAT: Mm-hmm. 723 00:32:54,574 --> 00:32:57,274 -Anyway... -(Chelsea and Kat laugh) 724 00:32:57,275 --> 00:32:59,710 If you can come tomorrow, bring Madison and Tomas, 725 00:32:59,711 --> 00:33:00,761 that would be great. 726 00:33:00,812 --> 00:33:03,048 Well, we have to check our schedules. 727 00:33:03,148 --> 00:33:06,117 Okay. Well, it looks like you two are ready to go. 728 00:33:06,218 --> 00:33:07,853 I have to head out as well. 729 00:33:09,187 --> 00:33:10,687 We'll try to be there tomorrow. 730 00:33:10,722 --> 00:33:12,772 Thanks. My mom is coming, but it'd be nice 731 00:33:12,773 --> 00:33:14,391 to have a lot of people there for him. 732 00:33:14,392 --> 00:33:16,228 Is your mom bringing Joey? 733 00:33:16,328 --> 00:33:19,331 Hmm. I don't know, but even if she does, 734 00:33:19,431 --> 00:33:21,466 I won't let anything spoil this night. 735 00:33:21,566 --> 00:33:22,767 Hmm. 736 00:33:23,502 --> 00:33:24,703 Joey? 737 00:33:27,772 --> 00:33:29,674 Back so soon? 738 00:33:29,774 --> 00:33:32,344 My schedule unexpectedly opened up, 739 00:33:32,444 --> 00:33:34,813 and then, I ran into Deanna and her new beau 740 00:33:34,913 --> 00:33:37,182 and had the most delightful conversation. 741 00:33:37,916 --> 00:33:40,085 And I know, but it's true. 742 00:33:40,185 --> 00:33:42,888 -She made you happy. -Quite. 743 00:33:43,755 --> 00:33:45,056 And then I asked myself, 744 00:33:45,156 --> 00:33:48,593 what could possibly make this day any better? 745 00:33:49,728 --> 00:33:50,996 What'd you come up with? 746 00:33:51,096 --> 00:33:52,964 Being back in your arms. 747 00:33:54,799 --> 00:33:57,969 But, uh, I don't want to keep you from your chef-ly duties. 748 00:33:57,970 --> 00:34:00,538 -I don't want to interrupt. -Oh, I just started that. 749 00:34:00,539 --> 00:34:03,074 I can make that wait. 750 00:34:03,174 --> 00:34:05,610 Besides, there's other duties to perform. 751 00:34:06,811 --> 00:34:08,680 And all I want right now is you. 752 00:34:10,148 --> 00:34:13,751 Well, it must be an optical illusion 753 00:34:13,752 --> 00:34:15,219 because I just checked reception, 754 00:34:15,220 --> 00:34:16,888 and Andre is nowhere to be found. 755 00:34:16,889 --> 00:34:18,455 -No one there saw him? -Mm-mm. 756 00:34:18,456 --> 00:34:19,990 Front desk attendant couldn't be sure, 757 00:34:19,991 --> 00:34:22,393 but, Daddy, are you sure it was Andre you saw out there? 758 00:34:22,394 --> 00:34:25,263 It was a quick glimpse, but I believe so. 759 00:34:25,363 --> 00:34:27,365 -Were you expecting him? -No. 760 00:34:27,366 --> 00:34:29,300 But I did mention I was meeting up with you all, 761 00:34:29,301 --> 00:34:31,635 and I thought he might make a surprise appearance. 762 00:34:31,636 --> 00:34:32,776 He does that sometimes. 763 00:34:32,871 --> 00:34:34,539 That's sweet. 764 00:34:34,639 --> 00:34:37,309 I guess I'll ditch the wishful thinking. 765 00:34:37,409 --> 00:34:40,745 You know, Dani, they do say everyone has a doppelg�nger. 766 00:34:40,845 --> 00:34:43,248 And we all know what mine looks like. 767 00:34:43,348 --> 00:34:46,985 The question is, if it was Andre, why wouldn't he join? 768 00:34:50,121 --> 00:34:52,157 (phone buzzing) 769 00:34:59,097 --> 00:35:00,832 (phone buzzing) 770 00:35:06,504 --> 00:35:08,974 Now, that's weird. No answer. 771 00:35:08,975 --> 00:35:11,942 And then, when I called back, it went straight to voicemail. 772 00:35:11,943 --> 00:35:12,993 (knock on door) 773 00:35:17,916 --> 00:35:19,050 Hello? 774 00:35:22,687 --> 00:35:23,737 Uh... 775 00:35:27,258 --> 00:35:28,308 Hello? 776 00:35:42,273 --> 00:35:44,109 Thought you'd never get here. 777 00:35:44,209 --> 00:35:45,719 Captioning sponsored by CBS 778 00:35:45,720 --> 00:35:47,811 Captioned by Media Access Group at WGBH access.wgbh.org 779 00:35:47,812 --> 00:35:50,642 Captioned by Media Access Group at WGBH access.wgbh.org 780 00:35:51,716 --> 00:35:54,119 -Surprise! -Salud. 781 00:35:54,219 --> 00:35:57,055 We want to call it "The Nikki" instead. 782 00:35:57,155 --> 00:35:59,190 Child, are you trying to get disowned? 783 00:35:59,290 --> 00:36:00,592 It's good to see you. 784 00:36:00,692 --> 00:36:02,827 Now, you can thank me in person. 785 00:36:02,927 --> 00:36:04,629 You are still stuck on Dad. 786 00:36:04,630 --> 00:36:07,097 I hate that you're willing to toss aside a sure thing 787 00:36:07,098 --> 00:36:08,908 for a "never going to happen" thing. 788 00:36:09,000 --> 00:36:10,101 Ooh! 789 00:36:10,201 --> 00:36:12,604 There are many days I wanted to deck you. 790 00:36:12,605 --> 00:36:14,371 If you still want to work that out, 791 00:36:14,372 --> 00:36:15,540 I'm sitting right here. 792 00:36:15,640 --> 00:36:17,008 I'm sick, not blind. 793 00:36:17,108 --> 00:36:18,276 Oh, cut the crap. 794 00:36:18,376 --> 00:36:21,079 You're trying to rekindle something with Dani. 795 00:36:21,129 --> 00:36:25,679 Repair and Synchronization by Easy Subtitles Synchronizer 1.0.0.0