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[soul music playing]

Randy, I need a word.

And don't even think of blowing me off,

unless you want me getting into this in front of Joey.

What'd I do?

That's what I'm trying to figure out.

Were you helping your cousin poison Bill?

Well, I think we're off to a great start, Mr. Hecht.

Landon, please.

Okay. Well...

these insider trading charges are baseless,

far as I can see.

Oh, your confidence is very reassuring.

Well, it's meant to be.

Here's hoping this is the beginning

of a fruitful relationship between Pathway Capital

and the Law Offices of Bill Hamilton, Esquire.

That's promising.

All right, I'll have several strategy options

-to you by the end of the day. -Good.

-I look forward to receiving them. -All right, you got it, Landon.

-Thank you, Bill. -You got it. Take care.

Congratulations.

Oh, not so fast. We'll see if the check clears first.

So, what is next on my calendar?

I am on fire.

I think a break is in order.

No, that's not necessary.

I disagree.

You've been working late most nights, and you're still

the first person in the office every morning.

And the maintenance staff believes you live here now.

Yeah, well, it's better than sitting alone at home.

Have you had anything more than coffee this morning?

No. No, I have not.

I was just too busy setting up for this meeting.

Here's a wacky notion.

How about we talk business and eat outside of the office?

That way you can get a little fresh air, recharge.

Okay.

Great.

-Orphey Gene's breakfast special, always. -No.

No, no, not this time.

I have a taste for the French toast at the club.

Mmm. Thank you so much.

Look, I woke up starving today,

and this was all I could think of.

-Of course, Ms. Lawson. -Mm.

What the hell are you doing here?

Eating breakfast?

I-I thought the fork and knife gave it away,

but maybe you're a little slow on the uptake this morning.

Attempts at wit don't suit you.

Why are you here?

Leslie gave me another guest pass,

which means I have just as much right to be here

as you do, Dani.

My grandfather built this club.

And your little pity pass ass needs to recognize

that nobody wants you here, Hayley, and nobody ever will.

Your time in Fairmont Crest is over.

I wouldn't be so sure about that if I were you.

♪ ♪

[elevator bell dings]

Hey.

Hey. What are you doing here?

You're not supposed to be in until later.

Yeah, I just wanted to catch up on some reports

before Ted and I go house-hunting.

-Ooh, I love house-hunting. -[chuckles]

My mom and I used to watch those shows all the time.

Uh, well, the place we're looking at has eight bathrooms.

Eight?

Right? Like, when I was growing up,

my parents had their own bathroom,

but my sisters and brothers and I-- we shared the other one.

Like, in what world do Ted and I need eight bathrooms?

I hear you. I mean, there's spacious and then there's

-big enough to be a small boutique hotel. -Yeah.

And this one's Ted's top choice.

I'm staying open-minded.

But good thing there are other options.

But Ted did say he doesn't want to be anywhere

where I'm not comfortable.

Okay, so we're looking for something that's not too big,

-not too little, but just right. -Mm-hmm.

Girl, did you just Goldilocks me?

I mean, you are looking for the perfect fit in a house.

I suppose so.

I just think Ted and I have different ideas

of what that means, and I just hope that, in the end,

I can be just as excited as he is, because my man

has his heart set on living behind those gates again.

[knock at door]

Hey, got a minute?

Depends.

What if I come bearing a sugar-free latte

with oat milk, light foam and two pumps of caramel?

Should I thank you or brace myself?

Has something changed with Smitty's case?

Uh, not that I know of.

And he and Martin are okay?

They're doing as well as expected, given the charges.

Then why are you trying to score points

by bringing me my favorite coffee?

-Ooh. Hey. -Hey.

-Thanks for meeting up. -Oh, yeah.

I would have reached out myself,

but I know how busy you've been with the campaign coming up

and everything else you have going on.

Well, no matter how full my plate may be,

there are some things you make time for.

So what's on your mind?

My dad.

I've been trying to get him to open up,

but I can't seem to get any straight answers.

That's why I'm coming to you.

DANI: Spare me the attitude.

We both know that you have overstayed

your welcome in Fairmont Crest.

Look, I'm not looking to aggravate anybody.

And yet you have failed again.

I just need some time to plan my next move.

How much choreography does that take when you only have one?

Gold-digging little tramp screws her way into a cushier life.

If you really want to switch it up, take a yoga class,

learn to throw your knees behind your head,

and horizontal mambo your way out of town.

Okay, I-I may have made my way on my back, sure,

but at least I was the one doing the work.

I didn't have to rely on Mommy and Daddy's name and money.

You must have me mistaken with someone

who gives a damn what you think.

I am Dani Dupree.

That's exactly what I'm talking about.

If I'd been born with a last name like that,

I could have been president.

But you settled for being a model.

And, I mean, you even gave that up for the privilege

of lying on your back under Bill Hamilton.

Seems to me that we have a lot more in common

than you want to admit, including threatening his life,

when it comes down to it. [clicks tongue]

Danielle.

Don't stoop to her level.

We rise above.

You're right, Mother.

I thought we had an understanding, Hayley.

Do you need Marcel to come by with a reminder?

No, I-I don't.

I suggest you finish your meal quickly and go.

The farther away, the better.

What do you mean you hope you'll be excited?

I just want Ted and I to build a future

in a place we both love.

And I don't want to have to use a GPS

to get around my own house.

I'm sure it'll all work out.

-Everything else has fallen perfectly into place. -Yeah.

-Right. -The proposal in New York,

the winter wonderland wedding,

and now your Prince Charming wants to buy you a castle.

Talk about romance.

I mean, did you ever imagine that you would

be marrying a handsome doctor

and becoming one of those country-club ladies who lunch?

[laughs] Girl, the only thing I know

about a country club is what I saw on TV.

I come from people who work hard for everything they have,

-and you know that. -Oh.

Card-carrying member of the hardworking club right here.

It's just, I've seen how the other half lives,

but living it right beside them? Me, Shanice Johnson,

having people mop her floors and clean her bathrooms?

All eight of 'em.

[sighs]

It's like, is this really happening?

Like, reality shows ain't even reality.

This is your reality, babe.

You better suck it up, Cinderella.

-The Brandy version, of course. -[laughs]

-Got to be the Brandy version. -[laughs]: Yeah.

TED: Uh, the coffee is to soften the news that things

are moving pretty quickly when it comes

to me buying a house in Fairmont Crest.

I know that you have been looking at houses with Vanessa.

Shanice and I are hoping to put in an offer today.

Oh, wow, that is fast.

But-but every property we're considering

is a respectable distance from you,

so you don't have to worry about tripping over us.

Ted, while I appreciate your concern for my feelings--

-and thank you for the coffee... -Mm-hmm.

...you don't have to run anything by me.

You're allowed to live your life.

And I am. I just want to pay you the respect you deserve.

It is not your job to protect me anymore,

emotionally or otherwise.

And I have come a very long way

from where I was this time last year.

So when I say that I am happy for you, I mean it.

Mm-hmm.

I have to say, that is not what I expected you to ask me about.

You sounded so serious.

This is serious. You're the best man.

And who knows more about my dad's wedding plans than you?

Eh.

Well, Uncle Ted and Shanice locked down a wedding venue--

the country club. No surprise.

So, yeah, the Christmas wedding is still a go.

Now, the vibe is gonna be festive and formal,

so you and Smitty should definitely plan

to pull out your sharpest gear.

Well, thanks for the dress code,

but every time I reach out to my dad,

he just tells me, "Don't worry about anything."

Yeah, that's him. [chuckles]

Oh, so I've started working on the bachelor party, right?

But Uncle Ted says he doesn't want a huge production,

so we're gonna keep everything local.

And don't worry, we'll make sure we work around

your busy schedule to make sure you attend.

Much appreciated.

Although...

I'm guessing it's kind of hard

to know exactly what you'll be doing in a couple of months.

Truly impossible.

Just know...

that Uncle Ted is not the only person who's concerned

with what you and Smitty have going on, Martin.

If there's ever anything I can do, just...

Thanks, Andre,

but my current plan is to work hard, win this election,

and keep representing my constituents.

And if I lose, it'll be all right

as long as Smitty's okay.

Dani's kept me updated,

and it sounds like the Duprees are in full battle mode,

trying to get those charges against Smitty thrown out.

Come on, yeah, even with that army on your side,

this is a lot, Martin.

How are you holding up?

Look, I don't want this hitting the family group chat.

And it stays strictly between us.

[door closes]

[R & B playing]

Look, Andre, I've been trying to stay strong, but I'm scared.

Of course you are.

I keep seeing these terrible images flashing through my mind.

Smitty being convicted.

Samantha and Tyrell devastated because their dad is in prison

for years for a crime he didn't even commit.

My husband behind bars and not by my side.

I don't want to imagine a world like that,

but I know all too well that could be.

Yeah.

Hey, it's hard not to go there sometimes,

but there's still plenty of reasons to have hope.

Nobody believes Smitty did this.

It doesn't matter if we can't prove his innocence.

The Impaler has done a pretty good job of setting him up.

All because he wrote those articles about him.

-Right. -[scoffs]

The Impaler must be one petty son of a bitch.

HEATHER: Congressman Richardson.

Hi, I don't know if you remember me,

but we met a little bit ago.

You were with your husband, that wonderful journalist.

Yes, I remember, and your kind words.

I just wanted to say I'm so sorry

to hear about Bradley's arrest.

-Thank you. -ANDRE: Yeah.

Thanks, um, but if you don't mind, we were,

we were kind of in the middle of something.

Yeah.

You're Dani's husband, right?

Thought I recognized that face.

Well, I'm so sorry to interrupt your conversation.

Please give Bradley my best.

I'll do that.

The temperature dropped 20 degrees when she walked up.

What's that about?

Hayley's my cousin, sure, but that mess with Bill?

I had nothing to do with that.

You expect me to believe she didn't confide in you?

Share her plans?

Not a word.

I'm glad she kept me in the dark and well away from it.

Look, Vanessa, you and me-- we go way back.

And you know I would never be involved in anything like that.

Then why did you keep

your real relationship with Hayley a secret? Why?

Why be secretive?

That was all her.

Hayley was all about that Hamilton high life,

and with folks like you already looking down their noses at her,

she figured having a cousin that worked for Joey

would just hurt her rep.

You know I would never do that-- far from it.

So why not tell me?

It wasn't my secret to tell.

Oh, yes, it was.

And it wasn't like she kept you at arm's length.

You were seen around town together, "Sammy."

You had to know she was using Bill for his money.

You could have at least come clean about that.

Rich older man, younger wife.

People were already thinking it without me saying a word.

But a word to me could have actually helped, Randy.

Could have spared people I care about

a hell of a lot of heartache and pain, but...

guess you don't care about that, huh?

-Vanessa... -No, no, blood is thicker than water

or our friendship.

I get it.

At least now I know where you and I stand.

[soul music playing]

[sighs]

Excuse you.

[sighs]

Never mind. I guess I'm finished.

Nicely done, Daddy.

Oh, I just reminded Hayley that it was

in her best interest to keep a lower profile.

Hopefully, she'll listen and remove herself

from our presence soon.

This might be my favorite version of you.

You have a favorite?

Kick-ass, take-no-prisoners senator.

[laughs]

I'll admit, I've always enjoyed

that Vernon Dupree persona myself.

Scare people straight and do it with a smile.

ANITA: However...

Uh-oh. Here it comes.

I think Hayley has taken enough

of this family's time and energy.

So can we please just have a nice, normal breakfast now?

Of course, Mother.

Certainly, my love.

HAYLEY: Oh, what a coincidence.

Yeah, an unfortunate one.

Don't let the door hit you on the way out.

Oh, please do. I'd pay to see that.

Rude much?

Did you know your assistant has developed a nasty little habit

of threatening people on your behalf?

Mm, not people. You.

Mm. You'll be sure to add five stars

to your next employee evaluation.

Caroline knows that I don't have time to trifle with trash.

Excuse me. Could I have a glass of pineapple juice, please?

Thank you.

I really wish we all just stayed home this morning.

Thanks.

Did you know that woman was Joey Armstrong's sister?

Smitty and my mother both mentioned that.

Apparently, Heather approached Samantha and Tyrell a while ago.

I thought the incident sounded pretty innocuous,

but my mom wasn't having it.

Nicole's a wise woman.

Well, I don't think it's fair to judge anyone

by their family, but...

I will always trust my mother's instincts.

Yeah, I wish Dani would do the same.

Somehow Heather and Dani have become friends.

Dani thinks she's great, but... [chuckles]

my gut instinct tells me

that there is more to Heather than what meets the eye.

My advice to you is, keep a healthy distance.

I'll do that, but I have to get back to work.

-Mm. -Make sure to give my dad my love when you see him.

-Yeah, of course. -Thank you.

For sure, and I've got the bill.

You go. Go serve the people, man.

Always. Thank you.

Hey, come on.

Listen. Remember, man, it ain't over till it's over.

Every step of the way, I got you.

I'm here for my cousin.

Whatever you need.

Word and heard.

All right.

Go ahead, man.

[door opens]

-[sighs] -[door closes]

[footsteps approaching]

I don't like being dismissed, Andre.

I'm sorry you took it like that.

I did.

I think I've been playing fair so far.

Would you like to keep it that way?

Don't disrespect me again.

Okay. I took care of the overtime and travel nurse usage.

-I will finish the safety reports when I get back. -Noted.

Good morning, Shanice, Ashley.

-Hey, Nicole. -Hey.

Ready to go when you are, love.

Ash, you all set?

Yeah. Get out of here.

Okay. I just need to go change.

And, Nicole, can I have a word with you?

Of course.

[indistinct announcement over P.A.]

I just wanted to thank you in person for being

so gracious about the whole house situation.

-There is no need. -No.

It means a lot to me that you and I can still

get along under the circumstances.

-I feel the same way. -Good.

Hate to interrupt, but, uh,

we don't want to keep Vanessa waiting.

-Yes. -Happy house-hunting.

Thank you again.

[laughter]

-SHANICE: You ready? -TED: Yeah.

[elevator bell dings]

Cuz, I need to see you now.

I'm about to lose it.

"What happened?"

Bill and those damn Duprees are what happened.

CAROLINE: You want to leave?

Uh, no, uh, there's something I need to say to Dani

if she's willing to listen.

Is this about the Tia Allen retrospective?

I mean, you said the interview didn't go as planned.

Yeah, to put it mildly,

but I don't want to get into the sordid details.

Understood.

-Just know... -I-I do.

I do.

Look, get us a table, will you?

And, um, I'll join you when I can.

Hopefully not right away.

-Well, no need to rush on my account. -Okay.

Morning, Vernon, Anita.

Good morning, Bill.

-You just missed Hayley. -Unfortunately, I didn't.

We crossed paths as she was leaving.

Oh, good. She had the sense to finally make her exit.

Well, I imagine you three aren't much happier to see me here,

given recent events.

Unlike Hayley, you haven't been an intentional

source of pain or embarrassment lately.

And yet I am.

Dani, can we talk for a minute?

You know, now that we've had a cooling-off period, I'd...

appreciate it if you let me say my piece.

Fine.

Well, I'm glad you're talking to me,

especially since you haven't replied to any of my messages.

Clearly, whatever you have to say is very important to you.

So I am here now and listening.

Go ahead.

Look, respect is a two-way street, Heather.

Martin and I were having an important

private conversation, which you interrupted.

Boundaries haven't always been my strong suit, I'll admit,

but I did want to express my sympathies

for poor Bradley's arrest.

And you care because?

Well, because I've been spending so much time in the DMV,

and I've invested in this community

and my brother's life and my new, dear friends.

Okay, uh, why approach Martin's kids, though?

Oh, God.

That incident got completely blown out of proportion.

Look, I think it's best for everybody if you just,

you know, just stay away from my family.

Stern is not your best look

or your smartest.

Andre, treating me like I'm a problem

that needs to be dealt with instead of someone

that you care-- or at least used to care about.

Had a little chat with Dani yesterday, little girl talk.

She told me that all the women that came before her

meant nothing to you,

that she was the only one that ever really mattered.

That hurts, you know?

I still have feelings for you.

Some are really, really nice.

-Some are really, really naughty. -Okay.

And then there was that recent kiss.

Look, I-I'm not trying to dismiss

what that was we had... but, you know, it was,

it was, it was in the past.

I've tried to make you understand how happy

I am in my marriage now.

Yeah? And I understand that, yeah,

I would have liked for us to have been friends, but...

Heather, you make that

really difficult when you come on so strong.

But I have enough friends.

You know what else I have enough of?

Time. More than enough.

I'll let you in on a little secret.

I usually like instant gratification,

but this whole "will they or won't they" thing

that we have going on between us?

The buildup just, uh...

makes it all so much hotter.

Tell Dani I said hello and...

I can't wait to share mimosas with her again,

and maybe we'll share something else, too.

After my last talk with Dani about her marriage,

I believe she's finally seen the light.

Well, I know she can't keep running to Bill

and expect Andre to be okay with it.

Even the most understanding partner can only take so much.

And the difference between Dani's marriages

was on full display during that interview with Tia Allen.

We need to trust that our girl will stay the course.

And with all those other things going on...

we need to focus on the positive wherever we can.

You're absolutely right, my love.

-Aren't I always? -[scoffs]

-Don't push it. -[chuckles]

But since we are choosing to accentuate the positive,

I have some news to share.

I am ready to record with the Articulettes.

Oh, that is wonderful.

You've worked so hard to get your voice back

to a place where you're comfortable performing.

And thank you for being so supportive,

even when I tried your patience mightily.

[chuckles] Well...

one of the things I adore about you

is how you keep me on my toes.

So when are you gonna share the news with Sharon and Tracy?

Uh, they actually had a gig last night in Delaware,

so they'll be stopping by the house later today.

I can't wait to tell them faccia a faccia.

Aha.

[both laugh]

When I agreed to be a part of the interview,

all I wanted was to, I don't know, acknowledge

what an extraordinary woman you are

and to own how I did you wrong in so many different ways.

The whole point was to lift you up, and...

...in walked Kalista Kilroy.

I know you were as thrown by that as I was.

At least the footage of Kalista boasting

about your affair will never reach the air.

Yeah, thank God Tia was on the same page about that.

Listen...

I'm sorrier than I can ever say about

what happened with Kalista all those years ago.

I was criminally negligent with your heart

when we were together.

And... for what? You know?

A hookup that meant nothing.

It didn't mean nothing, Bill.

We were married. Kalista had been my agent.

Of your many transgressions, this was one of the worst.

I only meant to...

No, I-I-I know what you meant, and I understand. I really do.

So I appreciate and accept your apology.

Okay. I'm grateful for that, at least.

-So now we can... -Actually...

You said your piece.

Now I want you to hear mine.

This whole incident with Kalista has helped me

to remember how tired I am of revisiting our past.

Same recriminations, endless apologies.

I-It's exhausting.

And it harms my happiness.

It's not like I...

woke up and suddenly stopped caring about you.

I could never.

But I am putting my energy into...

creating the best possible future for myself,

which means looking 100% forward.

And not back.

And for your sake...

...I hope you'll do the same.

-Heather, I am so glad to see you. -Oh.

Oh. Yeah, unlike my brother.

That's actually what I wanted to talk to you about.

I cannot apologize enough for Joey being so abrupt last night.

-Oh. -I really wanted us to have a lovely dinner.

Yeah, me, too.

Instead it was more like a fancy Lunchable.

But that's not on you.

I'm sorry, I also got a little testy, hmm?

Please tell me we can give it a try again in the future.

Yeah, of course. And I'm not giving up on my brother.

When something is-is important to me,

like rebuilding a relationship that I value, I don't quit.

-Just like Joey. -[chuckles]

Know that I am always here for you

and I'll do whatever I can to help.

Thank you. Hmm.

Matter of fact, um, I'm going

to get a mani-pedi right now. Why don't you join me?

Then you can fill me in on where you think Joey's head is.

I wish I could, but I-I can't.

Oh, so much for anything you could ever do to help.

I really do mean it.

-It's just that right now I... -I'm kidding.

I'm kidding. Sure you know by now that smart-assedness

runs in our family.

Oh, I like to consider it part

of the Armstrong charm.

But, seriously, I just have to meet

with some clients to wrap up some paperwork.

And there they are now.

Oh, from the happy faces, it looks like you made a sale.

I hope so.

Good to know some people get what they want

when they want it.

Heather, we will make dinner happen.

I'll be in touch.

I'm looking forward to it.

-SHANICE: Hi. -I have the purchase agreement ready to go.

I'm glad you two were able

to land on something you both liked.

So am I.

Time to buy us a new house, huh?

You know, I don't think I'm ever gonna

get over how skilled you are at handling patients.

Same here. I couldn't have done

that patient's psych eval if you didn't keep her calm.

If anything arises or if she has any questions,

-I will be working out of my office today. -Good to know.

Uh, Nicole, do you have a minute?

-What's going on? -Um...

It looks like you're okay with Ted and Shanice

getting married and all of it.

I am.

Yeah, uh, there was just this moment earlier, and I...

Are you okay?

Martin wants to see me.

Says it's nothing to be alarmed about.

I'm texting him to join us.

Okay.

And how are you?

Good.

Really good.

Lighter.

Hmm.

But enough about me. French toast, anyone?

How'd it go with Dani?

Not as expected.

[knock at door]

[sighs]

Just must be my day for women to come at me.

And I don't mean in a good way. First Vanessa, now you.

What was Vanessa yammering about?

She wanted to know why I didn't tell her

that you and me were cousins.

You don't owe that woman a damn thing.

Her dead husband was your day one, not her.

Okay, lay off Vanessa.

She is one of the few people in this damn town

I actually care about.

Whatever. Guess we both had a hard way to go this morning.

Okay, so what happened with these Duprees and Bill?

Ran into them at the country club.

I was trying to have a little breakfast,

and they just tore into me.

Wait a minute. Hold up, cuz.

Of all the places you could have gone,

you went to the country club?

No, I'm sorry, you had that verbal beatdown coming.

What? It ain't my fault that Billerina

or Bill Jr. or whatever I've got camping out inside of me

wanted French toast from that place.

And then here comes the Duprees going off

about how I don't belong.

They basically kicked me out while I was still chewing.

Well, then you should've told 'em you were pregnant.

That would have shut their mouths, especially Bill.

Hmm, believe you me, I was tempted,

but I bit my tongue.

I've got to play this just right.

Ashley, I don't know what you think you saw,

but I can assure you, there is no reason

to be concerned about me.

I know that everyone's being really nice,

but still it's got to feel super awkward.

And we are handling it.

The way you looked before.

I know you mean well, and I love you for it,

but people are way too focused on how

I'm handling Ted's engagement.

It's because we care.

Ted is not the only one who is seeing somebody new.

Have we forgotten that I myself am seeing somebody?

[chuckles] Oh, no, I-I think it's impossible

to forget Dr. Hottie Rollins.

And, if I may say, Nicole, nicely done.

-Thank you. -[both laugh]

Kial definitely leaves nothing to be desired.

And I really think that Ted is just as happy

for me and my new relationship as I am with him.

So when we see each other

in the neighborhood, everything will be fine.

-Ah, is that it? All right. -That's it.

Sorry the closing date couldn't be sooner.

Yeah, Ted and I wanted to be settled

in our new place before the wedding.

The sellers wanted one more Christmas in the family home.

I could ask again.

-No need to pressure them, right? -Right.

That way we can have more time to concentrate on the wedding.

And then after the New Year...

Focus on making a home.

This is so exciting.

I'd normally offer you a bottle of champagne on signing,

but I know you both have to get back to work,

so I will have one sent to Ted's room at the Bowman,

and you two can celebrate later on your own.

Sounds great to me.

I'll contact you when I hear back

from the seller's agent.

Thanks again, Vanessa.

Oh, it's literally what I do.

Good to see you both. Congratulations.

SHANICE: Wow.

I cannot believe this is all happening so fast.

And instead of having a Thanksgiving event

at our place, we will christen it with a...

Super Bowl party.

[chuckles] On our big, ginormous screen

-in our new media suite. -Mm.

Oh, then you'll be my brother's favorite person.

And something else good came out of that.

-What's that? -I don't have

to keep fielding questions from my mother

about why I'm moving in with you before the wedding.

That'll give us plenty of time to decorate our new digs

just the way you want.

Ours. That's exactly how I felt when I walked inside.

Did you feel that, too?

I did.

It's still more than what I need, though,

but it definitely feels so right.

-Yeah. -You didn't have to compromise too much, did you?

I think I can make do with four bedrooms and four baths.

And that big old great yard in the back for a garden.

I'm just as delighted as you are.

Seeing that look on your face made me envision

all the wonderful years we're going to have at Primrose Lane.

-Primrose Lane. -Mm-hmm.

-Even the name sounds perfect. -Mm.

Well, allow me to be the first to welcome

my future wife to Fairmont Crest.

-[chuckles] -Mwah.

How's the campaign going?

Well, I just got the latest polling numbers,

and they weren't good.

-Are you too underwater to recover? -Maybe.

I'm not sure I'm able to turn the numbers around in time,

with the election one week away.

In a tight race like this, things can turn on a dime.

What do we need to do to make that happen?

Start with me.

The ultimate secret weapon.

I got my skills now.

I can make a few campaign appearances for you

and help boost your numbers.

That'll be a great help.

Thanks, Granddad.

You know you never need to thank me.

DANI: And on behalf of your parents

and the entire Dupree family, we are here for you.

Don't ever give up on yourself, because we never will.

Tomas can get cracking on the analysis

of that new insider trading case.

Uh-oh.

You've got that look.

What look?

The one where you're wondering what might have been.

Hmm.

Yeah, you're right.

I have to get my head out of my past.

You know, I don't aim to blow up

Dani's and the girls' lives anymore.

I have to start considering what my future

will look like from this point on.

If I just blurted out that Bill knocked me up,

not a soul would believe me.

True.

Mm. You know, I'm gonna need

more than a positive stick test to rock their worlds.

I need official blood work done to make sure

this is a strong and healthy pregnancy

before I open my mouth.

Yeah, that makes sense.

I mean, it's not like I can go to doctors in the DMV.

Those Duprees have their hooks in every place.

So I have to keep this under wraps

until I have the proof I need.

Well, you know you can count on me.

I was hoping I could.

Mm.

Now, once I have confirmation that this inconvenient stowaway

is in place, I'm going to blast out my baby news

and have myself a real good day.

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