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[twinkling music]

[twinkling music]

Beyond Black Beauty... on

Welcome to Belgium.

My best friend, former.

You're the reason Hilde is getting a divorce.

You were all miserable well before anything ever happened.

Looks like you still are.

She's here. Hey.

Um, she seems a bit skittish.

We doing some shopping?

Yeah, I'm here for an engagement ring.

For Ester.

You have no idea what we're capable of.

Can't wait to see.

Maybe you'll surprise me.

- [horse galloping] - [heart beating]

[Jolie] Everything is fine.

This is not real, Jolie.

[heartbeat quickens]

You've got this.

Just breathe.

[inhales shakily]

[Jolie] Breathe.

Breathe!

[panicked breathing]

[opening theme music playing]

[pensive music playing]

[breathing shakily]

[Alvin] Hey, you know what to do.

[Beauty neighs]

[soft jazz music plays]

You have to come, we've been

planning this party since she was born.

The waitlist for Ruisbroek is two

years long, how did you manage?

You only turn 16 once, and Dede and

I would do anything for our petite fille.

I find adult juice solves everything.

I know this isn't the vacation you envisioned.

I mean, if it's not drama with Beauty, it's my in-laws.

I'm sorry it's never-ending.

But I finally get to see my niece in her element.

- Mm. - I'm not complaining.

Well, I promised fun, so whatever you wanna do, we'll do.

You wanna check with your girl first?

I don't want the best friend to feel left out.

A'ight petty. I want to maintain peace. Like the adult that I am.

While you figure out what's on the Parrish agenda,

I'm gonna go check on the kid. Make sure she's ready.

[audience cheering and applauding]

- Hey. Does he know you're here? - Hey.

Not yet, no.

You know Eckerd doesn't want

you here, yet you're poking the bear?

I've already missed too much.

[metal banging]

Hey. It's just me girl, what's wrong?

- [Jolie gasping] - Mon amour?

Jolie? Jolie.

Talk to us.

You're okay, you're okay,

you're okay. Just keep breathing.

That's good, just breathe, girl. Just breathe, baby girl.

[announcer] Up next, we have two-time

Olympian, Gretchen Müller on Silver Lake.

[Janelle] It's okay, it's okay, it's okay.

You competing against yourself,

Jolie. Don't worry about her, okay?

[Janelle] Hey, hey, hey, hey.

Mom, I-- I don't think I'm ready.

Are you kidding? Baby, you were born ready.

After all you've accomplished in your almost 16 years.

We're already so proud of you.

You got this.

Okay.

You okay, Jolie?

[audience cheers]

[announcer] We are not surprised this Olympic team has completed

in a record 68.71.

From the United States, Jolie Dubois on Black Beauty.

This Belgian native won her first Grand Prix last year.

[Jolie] Not the first time I've

been anxious, probably not the last.

That's the price for trying to make your dreams a reality.

It's never been easy, and I've had to sacrifice a lot.

Even be my own role model.

But it was worth it.

I'm finally here, and with Beauty by my side.

[announcer] Her 10-year-old mare is less experienced.

When you're competing at this level,

one might ask, why this partnership?

This course is next level. There's

very little time between each sector.

But Jolie's pacing herself for that double combo.

[audience applauds]

[announcer] The athleticism we are seeing

right now. This is a brave, model jumper.

70.25. They did not beat the Olympian. But in second place,

Jolie and Beauty are still in the running for the qualifiers.

You did great. Thank you, Beauty.

Sorry you lost, but the basics matter, Dubois.

That's how you make the American team.

Beauty and I are still in the running,

so don't worry about us, Müller.

See you in Italy.

[soft music plays]

Ronnie, I'm not sweating it, so why are you?

I just know how hard you guys worked to get here.

- You're really not disappointed? - No.

We have a long road ahead of us, and we're ready for it.

[Beauty whinnies]

She okay?

[Jolie] She's probably just tired.

I'll keep an eye on her though.

It's your birthday.

[laughs] Finally, we gonna get lit at this castle party.

It's a château. Château Ruisbroek.

My bad, Lady Mary.

- [both laughing] - [phone rings]

It's Alvin... How do I look?

Cute, but not trying too hard? Unavailable, yet coy?

Uh, it's giving desperation.

With a pinch of... [speaks French] Le Thirsty.

- Rude. - Relax, Belgium, he loves you.

- [Alvin] Hey. - Hey.

It's, uh, nice to see your face.

I saw you on IG, you and Beauty killed it, man.

I knew you'd show 'em how it's done. Congrats.

- And happy born day. - Thank you.

I'll be home next week. Any chance we can hang out?

Uh...

As friends.

Yeah, that's not a good idea.

Look, this isn't easy for me either.

But it doesn't change anything.

I'm not allowed to come to the ranch no more.

It ain't right, but I gotta do what I gotta do.

I'm sorry. What can I do?

I think you've done enough.

Uh, what?

You stuck your nose where it

didn't belong, and now my whole--

I love you, but you that doesn't

mean you get to treat me like crap

because you're in pain.

You're in this position because your father put you there.

Maybe don't speak on things you know nothing about.

Stick with that silver spoon you love so much.

Let's just go back to not speaking.

- Works for me. Good. - Good.

[somber music plays]

Good.

[upbeat music plays]

♪ Yeah, I'm playing for keeps. ♪

♪ Yeah, I'm playing for keeps. ♪

♪ Yeah, I'm playing for keeps. ♪

Alright, Megan Markle, shake off

the blues Ain't nobody got time for that.

Check, now fix your ta-tas.

- Check. Booty poppin'. - Check.

Now let's have some fun.

[classical music playing]

So, um, we'll make do?

It's one way to celebrate 16.

We are so proud of you.

A year is a long time to be without you.

- We've missed you. - I've missed you.

Thank you for this. I forgot how much I missed Belgium too.

Oh, I'm happy to hear that.

Maybe you'll stay a little longer?

At least the summer?

Give your grandparents some more time.

You really feel like flying back and

forth like that? Traveling is exhausting.

And we can give you what you need

here. Quality time and convenience.

That does sound nice, but I should talk to my parents first.

Where is Papa?

Jolie, we don't want to spoil the moment with

unnecessary drama, do we?

Tonight is about you.

- Yeah. - [harp playing]

I'm calling it a night.

- Not happening. - No.

[all] Happy Birthday Jolie!

[all cheering] [upbeat music plays]

How did you pull this off?

Well, every party needs an after-party.

And we've got all night to

get into the right kind of trouble.

You are the birthday girl, yeah?

- Yup. - Ok.

That's cool, I like a challenge.

You didn't get the memo? That's what we call toxic masculinity.

Noted.

And now you are just enjoying the party so?

Yeah, music could be better though.

[people cheer]

I'm Sebastian, but all my friends call me Bash.

Ok, well let's see what you got Sebastian.

[muffled music in background]

[exhales]

[somber music plays]

[Janelle] Hi.

Hey.

Listen to me. You're a good man.

And an even better father.

Don't let him convince you otherwise.

Hey, our kid needs you. The best version of you.

Eh, easier said than done.

But I hear you.

[sighs] What about you?

I know about the offer my parents made. Summer in Belgium.

Yeah, not happening.

She's not staying.

They love her. Adore her.

She excelled beyond their expectations.

Yeah, and that's the problem.

She's a child. She's going to make mistakes.

And what happens when she falters, huh? What then?

Your parents love is conditional.

Yeah, maybe.

But for now...

What's best for Jolie?

[Jolie] You're ok girl.

[Janelle] She doesn't seem like herself.

Maybe it's a cold, or allergies?

Vet came by this morning, said it

was exhaustion. I'm monitoring it though.

Good thing your grandparents have insisted you two stay.

You won't have to schlep her back and forth.

No, you were right.

I have eyes,

I can't just pretend they're not making life miserable for Papa.

Your grandparents are complicated.

- But they love you. - You're defending them now?

I just don't want you in the middle

of a fight that doesn't belong to you.

It's becoming a habit of yours.

I'm allowed to stick up for family.

Plus, I need to go home. I can't just abandon my lessons.

The kids depend on me.

And since the clinic, the ranch has been

busier than ever, there's too much to do.

Jo, it's just for the summer, and I

know how much you miss it here.

Wow. You're trying to get rid of me?

Never.

You're my greatest accomplishment.

But you're sixteen now and a little freedom won't hurt.

Just promise to come home.

I promise.

I know it's been a little while since we've had some romance.

Life just kinda got in the way.

Or I just fell short.

But I love you, Ester Chambers.

I can't imagine my life without you.

You're the kindest man I know.

You like 'em?

They felt like you.

Yeah... Me...

Thank you.

But I can't accept them.

Why?

Because I don't think we fit anymore.

You're breaking up with me?

Look, I know you were ring shopping.

I was with Janelle when you were at the jewelers.

But something obviously made you change your mind.

I... I didn't know if you'd say "yes."

Rashaad, on some level...

[Somber music plays]

I know, you know, that I'm not your person.

And If we haven't figured it out after four years,

We never will.

Time is short...

So, find the thing that really makes you happy.

I smell feelings.

Come here, baby girl.

This view doesn't get old, does it?

Not at all.

[Jolie] Life is made of the hard

stuff, doesn't matter what age you are.

But here's what I've learned.

♪ Ever had another man like you... me up ♪

♪ Told me that I wasn't good, and my good wasn't good enough ♪

♪ Take me on a ride, take me on a ride ♪

Surprisingly, you can do most hard things.

♪ Hate my head, hate my smile, love my glory ♪

Even when it feels unbearable.

Like life is telling you it has other plans for you.

It demands you take risks you're not ready for.

♪ Are you my master? Feels like a walking disaster ♪

Leap, even though you're afraid.

And sometimes, there's light at the end of the tunnel.

A small moment to tell you, you're on the right path.

♪ Leave me depleted , and so defeated, yeah! ♪

♪ Little girl, gets no attention ♪

♪ looks to a man for love and affection ♪

♪ Baby runaway, baby run away ♪

♪ that's what I say, run away from pain ♪

Your mother left word, she won't be joining you tonight.

Oh, typical mom.

♪ feels like a walking disaster ♪

[glass shatters]

[Jolie] Life though, makes promises

it has no intention of keeping.

It prefers to keep you on your toes that way.

Begging you to grow.

Even though growth is uncomfortable.

Pushing you to your limits to see what you're made of.

But in the end you're born anew.

Or, you crash and burn.

♪ Why do you play me for a fool ? ♪

[Beauty snorting]

[Jolie] Beauty?

What's wrong, Beauty?

Beauty!

I'm worried too, I'm calling the vet.

Mom, help. What do I do?

Beauty?

And life taunts you, asking have you learned anything yet?

♪ Are you my master? ♪

♪ Feels like a walking disaster ♪