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- Hi. - Hi. Hi.

- Sorry I'm late, - Yeah.

But guess what?

What?

I nailed my best time.

That's sweet.

- That's, that's great. - Yeah.

I got you some pre-party hydration.

Oh, thank you.

This is the best New Years ever.

Yeah, look Syd about that,

I actually can't do this,

any of this.

No, it's okay.

It's final year,

and you're under a lot of pressure,

and I'm under a lot of pressure,

so, we can take a break,

and talk about it in a few days, maybe?

Um, or we can go to that Mexican restaurant

with the with the really great ceviche.

Syd, Syd, no, we won't.

There's no more breaks.

I've tried, truly I've tried,

but when I see my future,

I see med school,

I see residency,

I just don't see you.

So maybe let's just stop wasting our time and,

and move on?

So we're not going to the party together?

I'm just gonna meet up with the boys.

Happy New Year's, Syd,

and seriously, congrats on that time.

Hey, could you take these inside, please?

Yeah, that's right.

Hey!

There you are.

Aww, happy New Year!

Well, you wanna sit down?

Yeah, you guys should sit down.

Come sit down.

Hold on, you're Sydney that track star.

That's me.

I, I made pakoras,

they're inside.

She made pakora. You see?

Now that's a proper guest.

Thank you.

Hey, are you okay?

Yeah, I'm fine.

My boyfriend dumped me.

Dump number four.

Enjoy that club,

because Nic here just got stood up,

Lauren just had the goalposts changed.

Looks like we are part of the Broken Hearts Club.

Well, okay,

maybe we are right now,

but, the one we're meant to be with

has gotta be out there somewhere, right?

So we just have to be the smart,

strong women that we are,

and start making some great choices.

Like no more Into You app,

Because you will not find your soulmate on that.

I'd have to agree with that.

I wasn't looking, but done and done.

Oh, guess that means I'm dumping Peter.

No.

Laur, you two love each other.

If that's true, then I'd give him another chance,

and talk it out.

Yeah, but remind him of what you want.

Definitely.

And then maybe I should talk to Byron,

and give him another shot.

No, no, no, no.

Sorry, four dumps is not a charm.

Ladies,

look at us.

We're solving each other's romantic crises right now.

So we are not a broken hearts club,

we're "The Love Club."

I like it.

And I really wasn't having any fun until now.

Ditto.

Oh!

Okay.

Let's take a vow then,

to always have each other's backs

when the heart's a mess, okay?

To "The Love Club."

- Four! - To "The Love Club."

To "The Love Club."

Oh!

Happy New Year!

Cheers, guys!

You're running out of time,

because Valentine's is just around the corner,

and it's not a day you wanna...

Yeah, just make sure the list of road closures

for the half marathon are up on the website

for the end of the day.

Yes. Thanks.

Oh, and has Claire written this week's takeout review yet?

Okay.

Uh.

No.

No, we did Indian food last month, so..

You know what?

I did hear about this new spring roll truck um,

so I can just check it out for lunch,

and write the piece.

Yeah.

Okay.

No, no trouble at all.

You know what? I'm writing it down right now,

and I'm gonna go for lunch.

Yes.

Thank you.

All right, talk later, bye.

Ooh, thank you.

Mm.

Yep. Oh, cool.

Okay, see there.

Syd?

Oh.

- Um, Byron. - Hey!

What are you doing here?

I thought you took residency on the East Coast.

Not that I'm following you or anything.

Yeah, well, I'm actually here on a conference.

Yeah.

But since the half marathon is next week,

I just figured, you know,

why not stay, bang it out?

I am a superhero now,

so, you know, gotta keep in shape.

Right.

Doctor, surgeon, saver of lives.

You signed up for the half, no?

Uh, actually, no.

Since I blew out my ankle,

I haven't really been running very much,

but it's okay because,

I'm super busy with my blog.

It's actually the city's go-to

for everything Briden now.

- Yeah. - It's good for you.

- Yeah. - Yeah.

Except it's it's too bad you're not doing the run,

could be like old times,

you and I on the track.

You kept me in pretty good shape back then.

Speaking of,

I gotta actually hit a workout at the hotel,

but it was,

it's great seeing you Syd.

Bye! See you!

- See ya. - See you.

Okay, I can totally pull this off.

I can pull it off.

It's just 21K.

It's just 21K.

Hm.

Done.

Hm.

Oh,

21K?

Oh my, 21?

Syd, you haven't done that since college.

Okay, where's the unregister button?

I can do it.

I can do it.

Doesn't have to be about him.

It's for a good cause.

In fact..

Nope.

Ow.

Hi ladies.

It's me, Syd.

I'm just sitting here

reminiscing about that New Year's

you all convinced me not to give Byron another chance.

And, well,

I may need to hear your words of wisdom again,

because I'm spinning just a little.

So, if you are not too busy

with your fabulous lives,

Maybe you could hop on a quick video call,

because I could really use one of your pep talks.

XO, Syd.

- Hey. - There they are,

the wisest and most beautiful women around.

Beautiful?

Lauren, you are effortlessly flawless.

Still got those rose colored glasses on, huh Nic?

Yes.

And you are fab as ever, Tara.

So, what's going on?

Well, I ran into Byron.

Not on purpose,

turns out he is in town for a conference.

And, how was it?

Fine.

Except you called us, so..

So I might have entered

a half marathon that he's running in,

which isn't really too bad, is it?

No.

Oh, maybe it is.

And just like that, he's got you back on the yo-yo.

What are you talking about?

Syd, that whole last year of college,

you we're constantly like,

should I call him?

Shouldn't I give him another chance?

You're right.

What am I doing?

You're hanging with us.

Because you need a distraction until he leaves.

But it's over Valentine's Day.

Hey, Peter's swamped at work,

so we'll be lucky if we get to celebrate.

Yeah, and every day is Valentine's Day with Josh, so..

- Ugh. - Wait, you're coming?

We will be your Valentine's sweetheart.

No, Byron.

Cannot see you,

no, no, no, no, no, no.

Ah! You're here!

Oh!

Honestly, I didn't even know which house was yours,

I just followed my nose.

Seriously, what are you cooking?

Shrimp toast and lettuce wraps.

I hope there's pizza!

Oh!

Hi!

Yes, there is pizza.

Well, tandoori flatbread, but yes.

Okay, make yourselves at home,

the slippers are over there.

Wow, you really don't throw anything out.

No. Oh, including the cup from our New Year's, remember?

Well, if you need any help organizing,

I can help.

Okay, Hearth and Home's

new designer of the month comes in here,

thinks it's a bit of a disaster.

No, I love your place.

It's just, you know, eclectic chic.

Mm, you are definitely not a disaster in the kitchen.

Hello?

- Ah! - Hello.

Hi!

Hello.

I am so sorry I'm late.

I forgot I was volunteering at the art college,

- Oh. - And got on the road too late.

- Oh. - Is all that for us?

It is.

And, I brought all the wine,

- because Josh got it for us. - Amazing.

Okay, and now I have man envy.

Thank you very much.

Well, it's all thanks to you three.

I mean, if it hadn't been for the three of you,

I would still be with Warren,

- who found his one, by the way. - Oh.

- Good for Warren. - Yeah.

Okay, Tara,

so, still happily single?

Yep. And good thing,

because I just booked singing gig on a cruise ship.

Oh!

A love "Below Deck."

What I wanna know is, Syd,

how'd you end up running this half marathon with Byron?

Um, it's also for charity.

- Hm. - Oh, okay.

So you're in marathon shape?

Maybe.

You know, it's just because

you know, Peter did one of those,

and he was training so hard,

I saw him even less than I do now, so..

Hey, are are you guys okay?

Primo, primo.

Listen, this is not about me, okay?

I wanna know who Syd is really running this race for.

Uh, me.

Okay, uh, why don't you have some wine,

and see if you can really sell that.

I still don't get how you're hung up on that guy.

I'm not hung up on him.

Okay, are you dating?

A little.

Hey, you know what?

You guys were so supportive of me,

when I was hung up on finding my old pen pal,

and that worked out great.

So is it really so bad

if Syd's just a little hung up on Byron?

I just can't help but think

that maybe this is the last time

you know, I can find out

if we're meant to be together or not.

Well, in that case,

cheers to rocking that marathon.

Cheers.

I know.

Oh, no.

Oh my gosh, are you okay?

- Uh. - Uh-oh.

- Here, hydrate. - Yeah.

Well, how far did you go?

Not nearly far enough.

Oh my gosh, my quads are burning.

Lauren was right,

there's no way I'll be conditioned in time.

And then I'm just gonna end up

looking like a bigger fool than already am.

- Hi. - Name?

Sydney Hwuay.

Uh, I actually came to withdraw.

I tried to do it online,

but it wouldn't let me, so..

Well, we don't wanna make it easy for you to quit.

Hey there, sport.

So you are signing up for the half?

Oh, um.

You better be careful with this one,

she leaves everyone in the dust,

the one that got away from us all.

Byron!

Yeah, be right there.

That's my hospital group,

we're doing the run together.

I should actually catch up with them,

but this is great.

See you in the dust, Hwuay.

Hi!

Uh, what's that, more memorabilia?

Uh, actually, I decided to do it

Well, you know me,

I love a good challenge.

Wait, isn't that Byron,

with that super fit girl?

She's not that fit.

Uh, wait, you ran into him again?

With Miss Fit?

No, and this is not about her, okay?

I mean, you should have heard him,

he was seriously flirting with me.

So, I'm sorry,

I can't ignore it.

Tomorrow, I start training.

Okay.

Oh.

I gotta say,

this place is pretty quiet,

even for cocktail hour.

Well, I am starving,

Oh my gosh, they have my comfort food,

mac and cheese.

So, I have to review this place for my blog,

and I'm gonna try the signature burger.

- Can you order that for me? - Yeah.

I need to use the restroom.

Of course.

All right, what are we gonna do?

And don't tell me that she needs to do this,

because Byron has played with her hard enough already.

I got it.

Why don't we get her a trainer that we pay for,

to deter her from all this.

Except she is gonna know that you're lying

the second you start doing your telltale accents.

Excuse me, I can keep it together.

Ladies, I have a better idea,

we get her a super hot trainer,

like this guy.

How is that for a distraction?

Thank you.

Yeah, I mean..

Look at those biceps.

- Yeah, oh, she's coming. - What?

So, I gotta say,

I'm a bit skeptical about this place,

because that kitchen looks like a war zone

with only one person in battle.

Oh, well, um, speaking of battles,

we have decided to help you get marathon ready

by hiring you the best trainer in town.

Mhmm.

Really?

Yeah, and he's going to pump you up!

Oh yeah, it's nice in here.

Oh yeah, Burnin' Fitness.

Yeah, I like it.

- All right, is he here? - It's glowing.

Uh, I don't see him.

All right, ready to meet this miracle trainer?

Yo Mike, catch you after my run.

Hey, does that guy look familiar?

Oh, there he is.

Ladies, which one of you is looking to slay 21K?

- Me. - Me.

- Oh. - That's me.

It's her, it's her.

- Sydney, right? - Mm-hmm.

Well, I'm Mike,

here to get you in running shape.

Why don't we do a quick assessment,

see what you got.

Okay.

- All right. - Yep.

All right, Sydney,

I'll meet you at your place,

4:00 PM, we'll start clocking in Ks.

Okay.

Thanks Mike.

I'll be ready.

- Okay. - I'll see you there.

- All right. - Thanks.

Oh! Oh.

Hey.

Excuse me, sorry.

Hey, how was that?

Uh, probably more walking than running,

if I'm honest with you.

Well, at least you showed up.

Thanks.

Probably doesn't help me burn off

all that mac and cheese I ate

from leftovers last night,

didn't really sell it.

Another slow night, huh?

Yeah, slower than my run.

You know, I wish I could help you out

more at that restaurant, man.

If I could, I would.

Yeah, yeah, I know, I know.

You still coming by later,

just grab a light beer and some leftovers?

You got it, brother.

Oh, right on, put it there.

- Oh, gotcha! - Ow!

What you, you all right?

Uh-uh.

- Yeah, this is cute though. - Yeah, I really like that one.

Yeah, right?

- Uh... - Oh.

Oh.

Okay, you look good.

I didn't know eyeshadow was essential for running.

Look good, feel good, right?

Absolutely.

Oh, that's Mike.

Shh, shh.

Hi, there.

Are you Sydney?

Yeah.

Um, I'm Theo.

Actually, we just did like a little dance,

I think right outside the gym.

- Oh, ho, ho. - Yeah.

Can I help you?

Uh, my buddy Mike, he's your trainer,

he tweaked his back,

didn't wanna leave you hangin',

figured I could use a running buddy,

and thought that this would be like a win-win.

Right.

Hi.

Hi.

Okay.

I think he's cute.

That was not the plan.

Well, you got a great stride.

I used to run track in college, you?

No.

No, Mike just wants me to run,

to help keep me in shape,

'cause he knows how much I love food.

Yeah.

Speaking of which, I didn't have any lunch,

Do you mind if I grab a roll?

Uh.

Yeah, I guess.

- Yeah? - Yeah.

No, I mean, you can just run on the spot,

or, you want one?

No, I'm good.

Okay.

How you doing?

Hey, uh,

yeah, let me grab one of your specials there.

Yeah, look at that.

Oh, thank you, sir.

All right, I'm ready, let's go.

Uh, that can't be good for your digestion.

I can just do some stretches while you eat.

No, that's fine, I can multitask.

Hmm, I'm sure you can.

Mm, it's, um...

I think it

it might need a little more salt.

- Really? - Yeah.

I actually think they're pretty perfect,

I had one the other day.

Spices don't try to compete with each other,

super fresh, super crunchy.

Wow, super cool vernacular.

You sound like a food critic.

I review a lot of Briden's best in my blog.

- Really? - Mhmm.

You ever been to Aberdeen?

Oh yeah, I was there the other night.

- Had their signature burger. - Yeah?

Uh, it was super simple,

definitely not buzzworthy.

Huh.

Well, maybe some people like simplicity.

I don't know who would,

have you seen some of these burgers out there right now?

They are slaying it.

Look at that,

not simple, not simple.

- That was sexy. - Sexy?

Yeah.

I didn't know a burger could be sexy,

Get this for us tonight, no thank you.

Hello, I'm back everybody.

How was your running buddy?

He made a food truck stop

in the middle of our run.

So, I guess I'll be looking for a new trainer.

Well, actually we were doing that while you're gone,

and no one's left.

The charity's got everybody busy.

Tara's at the park right now,

checking out the classes,

but she's not having any luck.

So, maybe this is a sign

that you shouldn't be doing this?

She's right, it could be a sign.

You know what's a sign?

A running emoji and smiley face from Byron.

Maybe running with my spring roll buddy

isn't such a bad idea.

I'm gonna go take a shower.

Guess we better come up with a plan B.

So she gave your place a bad review?

Bad?

She totally dissed it.

Well, she must not have tried your burger.

That's exactly what she tried.

She said it wasn't buzzworthy.

Last thing this place needs right now is a bad review.

Yeah, well,

I think that yours

is still the best post-college pub burger ever,

just my back's a little tweaked, so..

Don't worry, I still got your back, all right?

I'll still be her running buddy.

Okay, I'll just make sure that we'll

talk about anything except food.

Hey!

Hey, hi.

Sorry, I just had a really late night.

What, you skip breakfast again?

No, no, just some noodles from Aberdeen.

It's delicious.

Oh, or probably basic.

No, no, it's really good actually.

And I mean, how would you know?

I thought you said you only had the hamburger.

No, I actually had what my friends had,

mac and cheese.

It's homey, but safe.

And the pizza

with cheese and pepperoni, predictable.

Mm.

That's comfort food.

No, I get that,

but you still have to wow a restaurant crowd,

and those noodles wouldn't do it.

Now my mom has a Dan Dan noodle dish,

and that would definitely wow them.

Oh, I mean, you know,

maybe you think that,

you gotta support your mom, it's good.

No, trust me. It's authentic.

Better than anything on that menu.

- Anything on the menu? - Yep.

Okay, prove it.

- What? - Yeah why don't

you come to my kitchen and,

you know, wow me with your noodle dish.

Wait.

That's your,

that was you in the kitchen?

Yeah.

Hi, owner operator of Aberdeen,

nice to meet you.

I'm sorry,

I didn't mean to offend you.

No, none taken, no.

But, you know,

maybe you should just, like I said,

come to the kitchen,

wow me or buzz me with your noodle dish,

unless it's all talk.

Oh, it's not talk.

Really?

Okay, well, prove it.

- Fine. - Fine.

Race you there.

What?

Okay, you won that one.

Wait, you're not open during lunch?

I mean, I was,

but now I just open for dinner.

Huh.

Ah, all right.

So, now what exactly is it that you need

for this show-stopping Dan Dan Noodle dish of yours?

I think I might just look in your fridge,

and grab what I need.

Okay, knock yourself out.

Got all this, everything down there.

- Do you have green onion? - Yes, ma'am. Excuse me.

So, restaurant,

that's a pretty big undertaking.

What was your drive?

Other than loving food, of course.

Well, I guess I just always had this knack

to take whatever I found in the fridge,

and turn it into something edible.

Made me pretty popular around the frat house.

Wow.

That that is a skill.

Oh, thank you.

I mean, I guess I also acquired it when I was a kid.

Just always had to make my own dinner,

my parents worked a lot.

Thankfully my Grandma Aberdeen

taught me how to use the stove,

so I could learn how to cook.

So, this restaurant, that's her?

Yes, ma'am.

Yeah, and then after that hit college,

went to culinary school and,

here I am.

Wow.

Well, thank you Grandma Aberdeen.

You know it.

Hey, you mind if I chop this?

Yeah, sure.

So, how exactly did you get into this blog space?

I had to find my way and pivot

after my track dreams literally crashed at nationals.

Oh, so you were good?

I was great.

But my ankle wasn't after, so..

Oh, well hey,

I mean, I'm impressed that you still pivoted,

even with a bad ankle.

Yeah.

It's not my dream job,

but I get to eat for it, so..

And you are not the only one who loves food.

Okay ladies, plan B.

Let's see what Byron's been up to.

Of course, his social media profile's public.

Yeah, it all seems to just be about

his work at the hospital though.

She's been following him.

Here we go.

Careful, it's hot.

Ooh.

Okay.

Mm.

Oh, that's..

It's not bad.

- Not bad? - It's really good.

- Thanks. - Wow.

Just like your grandmother,

my mom taught me well.

Well, send my kudos to mom.

She passed away a while ago.

So, why'd you close for lunch?

I mean, burgers and mac and cheese,

it's all lunch food.

Yes, it is.

Uh. I don't know,

I guess I'm just trying to cut corners.

Business hasn't quite been what it could be these days,

and I dunno, this place is my dream so,

just trying to keep it floatin'.

This is really good.

I know.

Boring. Boring.

Oh, hi.

How was your run?

Well, it wasn't much of one.

Turns out my running buddy

owns the restaurant that we all went to.

Hmm.

I'm just gonna close my computer.

You've been following him.

What are you talking about?

Byron.

We know you set up alerts to see whenever he posts.

Were you looking at his profile?

Of course we have,

but that's not the point.

We're just worried about you.

Well, it's not like I'm stalking him or anything,

I'm just curious.

I think you're way past curious.

I can't be the first person who's ever looked at

their old boyfriend's social media page.

Okay, I'm gonna go change.

Oh, I think I saw some strawberries.

You know, you should really sign up for that charity run.

It would be amazing promo for your restaurant.

And you could donate Valentine's Day dinners

to the top three finishers,

and, I could write about you on my blog as a donor.

Really?

I thought my restaurant wasn't buzzworthy enough for you.

It could be with a few changes.

I'm happy to go over the menu with you.

I, I don't know.

Oh, come on.

I promise whatever changes I make,

I'll keep it simple.

Hey, Syd.

Oh.

Byron, hey. Uh.

What are you doing here other than running?

Oh, just wrapping up a 10K warmup.

Oh wow, that's so funny,

we were just finishing up our 10K warmup,

and stretching for the next one.

- Yeah. - Yeah.

- Yeah, we were. - Mm-hmm.

Oh, maybe we should just race like we used to.

Sure.

Maybe I won't let you win this time.

Wait, you forfeited for me?

Of course,

but, you were the only one.

Maybe you should come train

with the hospital crew tonight.

There's this gym, Burnin' Fitness,

they host a bootcamp.

Yeah, I know that gym.

Great.

See there.

You bet.

You sure you wanna do that bootcamp?

I mean, Mike runs it.

- It's pretty intense. - Of course.

Trust me, I have done many bootcamps.

Yeah.

I'll see you at the restaurant later to go over the menu?

I don't know.

Oh, come on, it's Sunday.

Your closed, there's no better time.

I'll just go before the bootcamp.

Okay.

I'll see then.

I'll see you then.

No, sweetie,

you won't get sick from eating pizza every day.

Yeah, well Bridget's mom

won't even let her eat an Oreo.

Oh, there he is.

- Sure. - Oh, okay baby,

I gotta go, I'll call you soon, okay?

Love you.

Oh! Oh,

and there is the little Miss Fitness.

What do you guys think, are they a couple?

They should be.

Yeah.

Oh, it's Syd.

Hey, Syd.

Hey, what are you guys up to?

Just driving around,

checking out Briden Blog's best.

Okay.

Well, I was wondering

if I can get all of your help at the bootcamp today,

because I need to know if Byron's checking me out.

Bootcamp?

- No, I don't think... - Yeah, yeah,

of course we will. We'll be there.

You guys are the best.

Okay, I'm gonna go help Theo revamp his menu,

and then I'll meet you at the Burnin' Fitness.

Thanks, bye.

I thought we weren't encouraging her.

So you and this Byron fellow,

you seem to have some ongoing history?

Uh yeah, we dated on and off through college.

So, are you on or off?

So, what about this burger dish.

What about it?

Let's change it up.

- Change it up? - Yeah.

No. No way, okay? No listen,

that is my post-college pub specialty, okay?

It was my signature back then,

still my signature now.

Except you're not in college anymore.

Shh..

Okay, fine. Uh,

what about the chicken wings then?

Yeah, we can change those up.

You know what?

We could add some of my signature spice blend,

I call it Theo's.

Hmm.

Mm, that's good!

Thank you.

Except I didn't taste it the other night,

so we need to find a way to elevate the flavors,

and not mask it in bland cheeses.

I get it, I get it, I get it.

Uh, what if we take your chicken wings,

and rolled it into something else?

What if we made it a roll?

I could just take the meat right off the bone,

keep the spices,

and just turn it into like a,

a wing roll.

I like it, but with a lot more spice.

Theo's?

That and something else to compliment it.

Okay, so like something sweet to offset the spicy.

Oh, like a a spicy honey.

Oh, that would be so good,

but just like a drizzle,

we could add some uh,

some red chili.

We really wanna bring a little heat here,

some sizzle to the drizzle.

- I like that sizzle. - Uh-huh.

Okay, so we're we're doing this?

Oh, we're doing this.

We're doing this.

Okay, moment of truth.

Ooh.

Alright.

Okay, some sizzle with the drizzle.

All right.

- Mm! - Mm.

- Mm-hmm. - That's good,

it's like nothing I've ever tasted,

but I like it.

You see? that's what the people will want to come in for.

- Okay. - Mm-hmm.

I get it.

Sure you didn't miss your calling?

Oh, I don't know, maybe.

Oh my gosh! Uh,

the bootcamp, I completely forgot.

You mind if I join you?

- Really? - Yeah, you know what?

Maybe I will sign up for that run.

Just get me and my new wing roll out there.

- Let's do it! Come. - Okay.

I don't know.

- Here? - Yeah, it really is.

Oh.

Maybe they really should be together.

Okay, that shows me that she is clearly into him,

but Byron's sort of a read.

Like he's just into himself.

Hi, sorry, sorry we're late,

but we were busy making the best spring roll ever.

And who would've thought, right?

- A simple chicken wing? - With your spice.

Well, and the honey?

But the capper was the sizzle,

that was all you.

And well, there was a team..

All right, everyone,

take your places, it's go time.

Don't worry, we got you.

All right. Line it up, line it up.

Let's go, let's go.

Now, even though my back's still tweaked,

doesn't mean you get to slack,

it just means that I got all eyes on you now.

So get ready to really feel the burn.

Air punches, go!

One, two, one, two,

one, two, one, two.

Hey, I saw you talking to Byron earlier,

how do you know Byron?

See my friend Syd over there?

She and him were a thing in college.

Really?

Lucky you though,

seems like you scooped him up.

Actually Byron and I

are on a bit of a break right now.

You don't say.

Psst, Nic,

is he looking at me?

Uh, yes, no,

yes, no, yes, no,

yes, no, uh, no.

Moving into high knees now,

We're gonna start at an easy pace.

Ready? Three, two, one, hit it!

Wow, Marla,

look at you go.

Syd, you're on fire as always.

I haven't see her like this since college.

There it is, there it is,

keep going, keep pushin'.

Higher, higher, higher.

Yes!

Hey, you all right?

It's all right everyone,

I'm a doctor.

How's it feel when I do this?

It's fine.

There she is,

the girl that never gives up.

You know it.

Um, yeah, still, maybe we should pack it in?

Good idea.

Thanks Theo.

You okay?

Don't wait to scoop him up.

Okay.

Okay.

- You good? - Yeah.

- No. - Oh.

- You got her? - Yeah.

Thank you.

All right, almost there.

Yep, keep goin'.

Sorry.

- Oh. - Oh, oh.

- Here we go. - Thanks.

Wow, look at this team, woo!

Oh.

Oh.

How's that?

Beautiful.

Um.

Okay, we're gonna make dinner,

'cause I'm hungry,

obviously, okay.

Yeah, stuff so...

Thank you.

Let's get this shoe off.

Ah-ha.

Oh, I know, I know.

Wow, you really went for it out there, huh?

I guess I'm not the track star anymore.

Yeah.

Must have been hard to have to give up on your dream, huh?

Well, I was never one to give up my dream.

Even when my ankle caved,

I literally dragged myself to the finish line.

I just didn't know that it would be the last time.

Well, listen,

as your official running buddy,

I'm gonna make sure you cross that finish line.

Okay.

Oops.

Looks like it's finally starting to happen.

What?

Plan C.

Ooh.

I'm feeling really fluffy.

Okay.

You know what?

Here, why don't we put this up,

okay, nice and easy on the other one.

Ah.

Listen, tomorrow morning

instead of going out for a run,

how about stay here and rest?

Yeah, good idea.

Thank you, Theo.

Oh, I would put your spice on everything.

Goodnight, Sydney.

Good morning.

Good morning.

Whoa.

I don't even remember falling asleep out here.

It was Theo.

It was so sweet,

he tucked you in and everything.

How's your ankle feeling?

Oh, better.

Did you see how Dr. Byron just swooped in yesterday?

They're on a break,

Byron and Marla.

So, I mean, clearly he hasn't changed.

Well..

Yeah, but what if..

No, what if he just can't commit,

because maybe he's not quite over us,

I mean, I haven't met anyone since him either, Nic?

Um.

Oh, I mean, I guess.

- But Theo.. - See, you get it.

Okay, I should get ready.

Wow, I have to review a restaurant on the east side.

Do you guys wanna come with me?

Well, actually,

we were planning a surprise,

to to make this place fabulouso.

- We are? - Si, we are.

Si, yeah.

So, you know what?

Why don't you take Theo instead?

It's probably better

that he checks out his competitors, right?

Uh.

Okay. Yeah.

But promise me you don't throw anything out.

Promise.

Let's go.

All right, careful.

Take your time.

Nice work.

Si, fabulouso.

Okay, so those portions were a joke.

They were, they were..

- Like... - So small!

A perfect example of what not to do,

starve your customers.

Yeah, exactly.

See, so when people come to the Aberdeen,

they will leave feeling fed.

Unlike me right now,

who's still starving.

I have an idea, come.

Hi, can we have one funnel cake with the works, please?

And two forks.

That's some serious comfort food.

Mm. Ah, just the smell of it

brings me back to when my mom and I

used to go to the local fair.

We'd go on all the rides,

she'd come with me no matter how crazy they were.

And then at the end of the day,

we'd get one of these.

Thank you.

Oh, thank you.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

- Mm. - Wow.

So when did your mom pass?

Um.

The year I went off to college.

I'm sorry.

That's tough.

Yeah, anytime would've been tough.

Yeah.

Okay, you are seriously eating

all the strawberry sauce off of that.

No.

Yeah, it's so good. I'm sorry,

you know, I need to be a gentleman.

I shouldn't be so rude.

Shouldn't be so rude.

Here, here you go.

- Mm-hmm. - Here you are.

There you go, you want some more?

- Mm-mm. - Is that enough?

Mm-hmm, mm-hmm.

Mm, you know,

I've never shared one of these with anyone but my mom.

Hmm.

Wow.

You two are really carbin' out.

Mm, it's not even a carb, actually.

- It's more like a memory. - Mm.

Yeah, like a slice of life.

- Mm-hmm. Yep. - Right?

We're living our best life right now.

- Yes. - Yeah.

- Yes, we are. - Mm-hmm.

To the best of life.

Huh.

Hey, we gotta go.

Carb away.

Yeah.

Hmm.

Well, I do need to get back to the restaurant, though.

We are debuting the roll tonight,

so, I'll see you tomorrow?

Yeah, of course.

Okay.

But please finish all that,

I don't wanna be greedy.

- Okay, I'll see you. - Bye.

Wow, I don't think anyone needs this many Allen keys.

Well, you know, I read somewhere that when

someone's going through a loss,

they hold on to things,

kinda to fill the void.

Uh-oh, she has a Byron box.

Oh, what's a Byron box?

It's a box where you put all of your memories of someone,

and in this case,

it's a Byron box.

So should we open it?

Yeah, of course.

Hmm.

Wow, she looks so happy.

Wonder what break that was between.

I've got one of these for Josh.

I'm sure you've got one for Peter, Laur.

Actually, no, I don't.

But I do have keepsakes for Steph.

- Hmm. - I don't know about boxes,

but nobody needs to keep a dirty napkin.

Hey, guys?

Hello?

Oh, hey.

Hey.

Ooh, oh, looks good in here.

Yeah, we just wanted to give everything a home.

Hmm.

So, how was your day with Theo?

It was nice.

We went to a couple places,

and then we got funnel cake,

and then ran into Byron,

and Marla.

Well, it's,

it's great that you were able to give

Theo a taste of the town.

Yeah, a bit, um.

But I just don't know

how he's gonna revamp the entire menu in that kitchen.

I mean, he barely has enough time

to just get out his own dishes.

Well,

maybe you could help him.

Hey, that's a good idea.

You could be his kitchen and running buddy.

Mm.

We did have a lot of fun making those spring rolls.

Huh, is that because

you and Theo did it together?

No.

It's because we both love food,

and I'm a very good cook,

as you know.

Very true.

Have I ever told you guys about

how I hooked up with my first boyfriend?

No.

Was it an epic meet cute from a rom-com?

No, it wasn't whatever that is.

I was in eighth grade math,

and I was doing really bad.

He was my tutor,

and math was boring,

he was boring, I hated it.

Then, we discovered we connected on one thing,

squeeze cheese.

Wait, I'm sorry,

squeeze cheese?

And it ended like Nic and Warren,

with me dumping him,

but at the time,

you know, it was..

Well, you get my point.

No.

I do, yeah.

Without the squeeze cheese,

you never would've noticed him.

All right.

Well, I see where you're going with this,

but, I'm not gonna hook up with Theo,

just because we both love food.

And why not?

Is it because of the Byron box?

The what?

How does she know where my Byron box is?

No, that's old stuff.

I don't even look at that anymore.

Okay, if that's the case,

maybe it's time to let it go.

Well.

All right, I'm gonna help Theo.

But it's not gonna be because I wanna hook up with him,

it's because I know what it's like

when you have to give up on your dream.

Now I want squeeze cheese.

Not sexy.

No.

Hey.

There you are, and that.

You know what? Just hold on, hold on.

Yeah.

That was pathetic.

Hey.

Hey!

Wh-what are you doing here?

I actually came to give you a hand,

maybe help you prep for the dinner rush.

Oh, really? I mean, you don't have

anything better to do than

collect kitchen grease?

Nope.

- Okay. - Uh.

But I figured you're helping me get to the finish line,

so if I can help you hang onto this place,

then I'd like to try.

All right, um, well, I suppose you could

- cube the tomatoes. - Okay.

- Peel the potatoes? - Mm-hmm.

I need two more burgers on the grill from underneath.

- Oh, oh! - Yeah.

And oh, knives are..

Yeah, right there.

There you go.

Check this out,

your rolls are getting a huge following.

In fact, I just tagged it on my page.

Don't you mean our rolls?

Hmm?

I mean, I meant it when I said you missed your calling.

Okay, like tonight in that kitchen,

you knew exactly what to do,

no hesitation.

That's true.

Thank you. But still,

it's not like I went to culinary school or anything.

Full disclosure,

I didn't finish.

Yeah, I thought I knew everything.

I guess I was wrong.

No, I just think

maybe you're hanging on to what you've always known,

maybe you could let go a little.

Not as easy as it sounds, huh?

Definitely isn't.

Well, I have been making some hard choices,

and I have decided to pull the signature burger

off the menu.

I know, just for now,

until I can figure out how to make it more sexy,

even though I have no idea how I'm gonna do that.

I think you've got it in you.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah.

You just need a source of inspiration.

Yeah.

Well, I should head home.

Okay.

We still running tomorrow morning?

'Cause I don't wanna put any extra stress on your ankle.

Why don't I just go for a light one,

and you sleep in?

I'm not sleeping in,

if you're not sleeping in.

No way. Look, you got me signed

up for this charity race,

so I am pounding the pavement.

All right, Keener. But,

pre-race date, it is on.

Oh, you know it.

Goodnight, Theo.

Goodnight, Sydney.

♪ What you don't do ♪

♪ What it is ♪

♪ You try to tell me that you do ♪

♪ Day break ♪

Mornin'

Oh, hey.

Hitting it hard?

Actually, I'm just doing a light one,

so I don't aggravate my ankle.

Right.

So where's your running buddy,

- what's his name? - Theo.

He's he was late working at the restaurant, Aberdeen.

Yeah.

- Never heard of it. - It's really great.

Well, it's more of a work in progress,

but he's very passionate about it.

Oh, in fact,

we did this thing

where we stuffed a spicy chicken into a spring roll,

with a honey drizzle that added some real sizzle.

It was so good.

Sounds greasy.

No, it wasn't. It was perfect, actually.

We were both like,

this is the best thing ever.

You know, we should grab a bite later.

I'll pick you up.

Wear something special.

Okay.

Like it's the bag on the back of their chair.

Yeah, it was so cute.

Guys..

Oh my gosh.

Guess what?

Byron asked me out.

What?

Byron, I ran into him on my jog,

and he's gonna come and pick me up.

Hey, I know it's been a while for you, so..

Tara...

No, we're just grabbing a quick bite,

like a late lunch, early dinner,

I don't know, whatever. Oh, okay.

I have to text Theo that I can't help him out.

Oh, no, I need to shower.

Okay, I'm gonna go shower.

I'm gonna go shower.

Lauren's in there.

Lauren, guess what?

Ah!

Wow.

Seriously though,

I'm worried that she's never gonna forget about Byron.

Yeah.

Then we forget about Sydney.

What? Wait.

You never give up on romance.

And I'm not.

No, we need to focus on Byron,

and we need to show him

that Marla is the girl for him.

Except how can we do that,

if he can't see what's obvious?

Well, at the end of a rom-com,

when does the guy clue in?

When he realizes he's lost the girl.

Oh, look who's gettin' all the buzz.

Huh.

Hey, Mike?

- Hey. - Hey, ladies.

How can I help?

It's actually not us that needs the help.

Yeah, it's for our friend, Sydney.

I'm sorry, but my back's still not 100%.

That's why I connected her with Theo.

Right. Which was great for Syd and for Theo,

but it's also why we need your help.

Well, that was brilliant.

Now, we just need to get Marla on board.

Marla, hey.

Hey, Marla,

I'm Tara, remember from boot camp?

- Oh. - We're Sydney's friends.

Right, hi.

Sydney and Byron are going out.

- Uh. - On a date.

Together.

Oh.

We're not thrilled about it either.

Because we actually think

that you two are perfect for each other.

I'm sorry, what's happening right now?

Byron needs to smarten up.

Yeah, or he'll lose you.

Well, I don't disagree with that,

but I don't understand why you all care.

Well, because we're "The Love Club,"

and that's what we do.

And we are willing to do whatever it takes

to help our friend Syd.

Okay, do we know where they're going yet?

No, still no response.

We're eating here?

Well, you went on about it so much,

I thought I'd give a chance.

I'll get your door.

Oh, no.

He's taking her to Theo's.

What? Why?

That's so not part of the plan.

Yeah, and by all the explanation marks,

she's not happy either.

Yeah, some exciting things,

I'm adding a few new things to the menu,

and please enjoy yourselves.

Hey, what are you doing here?

What else? We're here to eat.

Just help business in any way we can.

Oh, okay.

Well, table for how many?

Two.

Two, it is.

Follow me.

Here we are.

Thank you, Theo.

No problem.

Oh, let me grab this cocktail and wine list.

You don't wanna be putting that garbage in your body

before a big race day, right?

How about just some water?

Just nice head clearing water.

Sparkling.

Yeah, why not?

I can do that for you.

Not a problem.

Hey, table four,

don't serve them any alcohol whatsoever, okay?

Actually, you know what?

I'll serve them.

- But the kitchen is... - Yeah, I got it.

Yeah, thanks.

So, you haven't asked how many lives I've saved.

Oh, I'm sorry.

I'm joking.

Oh, good one.

You should be proud.

You knew exactly what you wanted in your future,

and you've achieved it.

Yes, I did.

But, I don't think I have everything I wanted.

Sparkling water?

Here we are.

Thanks, Theo.

Oh, not a problem.

Oh, gotta get somethin' in the kitchen.

I recognize that top.

Really?

I wore it on your birthday one year.

Remember we were in the photo booth?

Well, you look beautiful in it now,

and you looked beautiful in it then.

Byron, what a surprise.

Mike?

Sydney, what are the odds?

Theo around?

Mike?

- Hey, bud. - Hey, how you doing?

- This is Marla. - Marla, right,

I recognize you from the boot camp.

Are you guys?

On a date, yeah.

You, you are?

Yeah, we are.

You got a table for us?

Absolutely. Yeah, you know what?

I'll take this table as well.

Yeah, please follow me.

Right this way.

Well, it's good to see you.

All right, here we go.

Excellent table, wonderful view.

- Perfect. - Perfect.

Don't worry, brother, now I got your back.

Allow me.

- Thank you. - Mm-hmm.

I'm just gonna scooch on in over here.

So much better sitting side by side,

- don't you think? - Absolutely.

You okay?

Hmm? What?

Are you okay?

Yeah, yeah, of course.

I just think it's a little bit presumptuous.

I mean, do they really need to be sitting that

close to each other?

I don't know,

I think it's kinda cute.

Since when have you been into cute?

I'm just saying it's romantic.

Well, you growin' soft on me, Syd?

What do you mean?

Wow, you've always been so tough, you know?

Always able to bounce back.

All right.

Menu for each of you.

Now, can I get you

any appetizers, bread sticks?

You know what? The new wing roll is actually

gettin' quite the buzz.

I don't do deep fried,

it's too greasy,

but I'll just have the mixed green salad.

Okay, one salad.

Burger for me.

You know what? I actually had to pull

that from the menu.

No, you didn't.

You know what? I'll see what I can do.

I think I'll just use the restroom.

I'll order us a salad.

Actually, can you get me the wing rolls?

I'll be right back.

Don't go too far now.

So this is awkward.

Not for me,

I know what I want.

I just need Byron to see it's what he wants.

Wow, there is no beating around the bush with you.

Is this you and Byron's first break?

No, but it doesn't matter,

because I know we should be together.

You had your chance, Sydney.

This is mine and I'm going after it.

- Hey. - Hey.

I'm sorry I'm not helping you out tonight.

Oh, don't worry.

You don't owe me anything.

I know, I want to.

- Yeah. - It's just..

Well, like you said, right?

You just help by filling tables.

So, does this mean you guys are back on?

No, no, no, no,

we're just having a bite to eat.

Right.

You know, except you do have all that history,

and everything, so...

You know, although I don't understand

the whole back and forth thing,

because I mean, to me,

you know, when you find something

that you really want,

you go after it, and you hang onto it.

♪ And I would be the one ♪

- But you can't force it. - ♪ Fall into your arms ♪

Guys, she's back.

She's back, she's back, she's back.

Here, give me wine.

Okay, act normal.

It's fine.

Oh!

- Hey, there she is. - Hi.

Welcome back.

So, how was it?

Interesting.

I mean,

it was definitely very awkward

to be in Theo's restaurant.

Oh, and Marla was there with Mike.

Blimey.

But that's not important,

you know, what about you and Byron?

Yeah, I mean,

was it everything you imagined?

Not really.

What do you mean?

I honestly don't know.

I have been waiting years and years

for this chance to just show him

that he made a mistake,

and that I really should be in his future,

because I know that at one point he wanted it.

I don't know if you can know that.

Yes, I can.

The day of that New Year's party,

I went into his dorm to get my Garmin,

but, I found an engagement ring.

Did he propose?

He was going to,

but then I spoiled it

when he caught me with the ring.

So I just told him,

I told him to pretend that I never saw it,

and to just do what he was planning anyway,

because I knew that he was going to propose

at midnight at your party.

But then when I met up with him that night,

oh, he told me he couldn't do it,

that he didn't see me in his future.

So, sorry, Syd.

That must have been so hard.

Yeah, it was.

But at the same time,

he must have known

that we were meant to be together,

I mean, he bought a ring.

I'm sure he did.

So, remember when you all told me

I needed to tell Peter what I wanted?

Syd, you need to figure out what you want,

because it's your future too.

I know.

But I honestly don't know what I want anymore.

Hello?

Hello?

- Hey. - Hey.

The sign said, "Closed,"

but the door was open, so..

Oh yeah, I must've left it open.

I've been up all night

working on my new signature burger.

- Please, have a seat. - Oh.

Theo,

- that is.. - Sexy?

Very.

Okay, that's because

what we have here is a freshly ground beef patty, okay?

It's topped with a whipped Gorgonzola,

seasoned with my signature spice,

we got some bacon on top,

and some crispy shallots

all nestled in between a nice brioche bun.

Would you like a taste?

Taste?

I'm gonna eat this whole thing.

Okay, first.

Mm..

Mm!

Hm?

Not bad.

I'll take that.

Here you are.

Mm, thank you.

So, when are you gonna debut this bad boy?

Valentine's Day.

- Mm-hmm. - Mm-hmm.

And I have a dessert to go with it.

Only if it's Sydney approved,

of course, please hold.

You need to close your eyes.

Uh-huh.

Keep 'em closed.

Open.

What do you think?

It's perfect.

All thanks to you,

you're my inspiration.

You know what? I should probably get ready,

I have been up all night,

and I gotta open soon, so...

Yeah.

I can help you.

No, no, that's all right. I got my sous chef back,

and, you know what?

Regarding today's run, since I have been up all night,

why don't you just go ahead,

and get done what you gotta do,

and I will meet you at the race.

- Are you sure? - Yeah. Yeah.

Okay.

Well, see you then.

Theo, this is amazing.

Thank you.

- See ya. - Yeah.

Hey.

Hey, where is everyone?

Well, Tara decided to start her own car karaoke.

What?

I don't know.

I love these things.

Where was this one taken?

At a birthday party for Byron.

He didn't want to go in at first,

but, I dragged him, of course.

And he ended up feeding it 10 more times,

'cause we had so much fun.

Wow.

And then a week later,

he broke up with me,

and that was dump number two.

You know,

when Warren proposed to me,

I thought about our future together.

But, like Byron,

I just couldn't see it.

And it wasn't because I didn't care about him,

or think that he was a wonderful person, I did.

It's just the one for me was still out there,

and the one for him.

Come here.

Look, I mean, he's obviously

just stringing her along, right?

I mean, how long do you need to figure out

that you're into someone?

It's been 10 years. 10 years.

That's 365 days a year, times 10.

That's 3,650 days, okay?

How many months, weeks, days and years is that?

How many coffees you had?

We're not countin' coffees, we're countin' weeks.

So, 12 weeks, right?

Well, look,

who cares if he's still into her,

because you obviously are,

and her friends know you are,

they're all Team Theo, so..

She's obviously into him.

I can't compete with that history.

Hey, you guys have your own history.

I mean, what about that wing roll?

Boom, pure dynamite.

- Okay, true. - And the burger,

and the funnel cake, you said it yourself

that was inspired by the times you two spent together.

- It was. - So forget about him, man.

He's the past.

You're the future.

But not if you don't go for it.

Yeah, you know what? You're right.

He is the past, I'm the future.

You know what? I'm doing this, I'm going for it

- My boy. - Yeah, Team Theo, come on!

- Oh, the back, right. - Yeah.

Yes, I did it!

I won!

Wow, it looks like you still got it, Syd.

Oh, yeah.

I'm gonna grab us some water.

You wanna grab the towels from the back of the car?

Yeah, I can do that.

Woo!

Towels, towels,

towels, towels.

You have a habit of finding that.

Is this the same ring from..

Yeah.

I lost the receipt after that New Year's, so..

So..

I thought I'd get back together with Marla

at the end of this trip,

and make it official.

So this was meant for Marla?

I thought so.

But, I'm just not sure

I see her, you know?

With me,

especially after seeing you again.

Right, because let me guess, you don't know

who you see yourself with in your future.

Well, I try.

Do you though?

Maybe you don't see it,

because all you see is yourself.

I was always there, Byron.

I, I never ever got away.

But you couldn't make up your mind,

and you still can't,

which is, it's really too bad,

because I think Marla's the one for you.

Do you really think so?

I mean, you don't think that you and I?

No, not anymore.

You're right.

I'm sorry, Syd.

It's okay.

Hug it out?

You're a good sport, Hwuay.

See you at the race?

If you can through all the dust.

Theo!

- Theo, hey. - Hey.

So, I posted a picture of your sexy burger on our blog,

and it's getting a lot of buzz.

Oh, that's great.

I, so, do you want me to come in

and help you in the kitchen?

You know, seeing as this is all gonna blow up.

Thank you. But like I told you,

I got my sous chef back now,

so, no more grease for you.

Oh. Well, hey, um.

I'll see you at the race tomorrow?

Actually, I decided not to run,

but, I'm still gonna send the food

along with a restaurant banner,

and I'm sure you'll crush it,

so, good luck,

and if you ever wanna stop by,

I'll make sure the hostess has your name.

I'll see around, Sydney.

- Mhmm. Pepperoni. - So cute.

Hey, you guys feel like barbecue?

- Sure. - Okay.

Hey, hey Syd,

Syd, how how was your run?

Oh, my run?

- Yeah. - I found a ring in Byron's bag,

same one from college.

Okay, wait. Byron,

why weren't you running with Theo?

Theo's restaurant's too busy.

It's got a buzz,

so, it's great.

Can we go back here? A ring?

Did Byron propose?

No, it was meant for Marla.

Syd, I'm really sorry.

Don't be.

I'm not.

I think I just hung onto him for so long,

because I couldn't stand the idea of losing someone else.

But the reality is,

you can't hold on to everything or anyone.

Guys, it can't end like this.

It doesn't matter if Theo is busy at his restaurant.

We're not wrong,

there's sparks between him and Syd.

We've been fanning the flame,

and it hasn't been working.

Not yet, it hasn't.

Come on.

Hey! What are you doing?

I'm prepping for the dinner rush.

Why aren't you at the race with Sydney?

'Cause she doesn't need me.

Of course she does,

and I think you need her too.

Yes, I'd love that.

But you know what?

I lost that race to Byron, so..

Well actually, no you didn't.

Because she doesn't want him,

- she wants you. - Are you sure about that?

Where does the power come from

to see the race to its end?

Seriously, guys? It's cheery, it's a fire.

It's like the greatest movie of all time.

Greatest race movie.

- No. - Okay, we need to get going.

- What? I, uh. - Yes.

- Don't burn the bread! - Let's go, let's go.

Put the strawberries on simmer!

Come on,

let's go!

- Come on. - Oh, there she is!

There she is!

There she is! There she is!

Yay, you got this!

You got this, Sydney!

Go Syd!

You got this!

Woo, come on,

she's killing it!

Come on, you got this!

Come on, come on!

Woo!

All good, sport?

All good.

You go.

I'll just forfeit this one.

Hey.

Theo.

You okay?

There'll be no forfeiting.

What are you doing?

Doing what I told you I was gonna do,

help you to the finish line.

Come on. Come on.

Can you stand?

Hey, come on.

Here we go.

Come on.

Almost there.

All right, we got this.

Let's go, you got this.

Almost there.

- Oh yeah, here we go! - Here we go!

- Big finish! - One, two.

Come on.

Good job!

You did it, you did it!

Oh, yes.

Ah, me too.

Oh, don't leave me hangin'.

I won't.

Okay.

All right.

Okay, now that was buzzworthy.