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♪ Anything's possible ♪

♪ If you try and be patient ♪ ♪ It pays off while you're

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waiting ♪ ♪ The seeds you water will

grow ♪ ♪ The rest will follow ♪

♪ 'Cause this life's what you make it ♪

♪ And some rules are for breaking ♪

♪ Destiny will play its role, you know ♪

♪ What's meant to be will be ♪ ♪ Even when it's not easy ♪

♪ Live your life free, no boundaries ♪

♪ Even when it's not easy ♪ ♪♪

So... what do you think? Do I look like the newest

assistant editor at Benton Publishing?

Looking veryfly, Mom. Is "fly" still a good thing?

No worries. You're... cool. Go kick some butts, Mom.

Oh, thank you, sweetheart. Give me some. Unh!

Love you. Love you. Mwah!

Okay! Let's all have an amazing day,

okay? Ah!

I am so happy that we moved closer to my job.

This way, I can actually get home early. I should be home around 7:00.

Um, maybe 7:30, okay? But it shouldn't be later than that.

I don't know. It's my first day. Okay, you guys, I love you.

Hey, do not be late for school, alright? Okay, we won't. Love you.

Okay! I love you! Bye! ♪ Through everything, anything's possible ♪

Your keys are in the top-left drawer along with most of the office supplies, and I'm across

the hall if you need anything, anything at all. Just try not to get caught in

the curse. Wait. What? The curse? Yeah. Nobody told you?

The last three people who had this office got the axe. You're working for the toughest

editor in the company... Dragon Lady. Miss Warner goes through A.E.s

like a knife through butter, and when she says "deadline," you better make it, or you'll be

dead, literally. Literally? Okay, well, maybe not

literally, but you'll be dead to her. Oh, by the way, these are the

drafts being discussed in the meeting on Friday. Notes will be due by C.o.B.

Thursday. Any questions, I'll try to answer or I'll know who can.

Thank you, Robin. Oh! I almost forgot. Uh, Miss Warner wants you to

come by the conference room after you get settled in. Okay.

Good luck! Thanks. ♪♪

[ Telephone rings ] ♪♪ [ Knock at door ]

Hi. You wanted to see... Madison, come in. Come in! Welcome to Benton.

Thank you. Delighted to be here. Sit.

I hope you're ready to jump right in. Absolutely.

I saw the first-draft manuscripts on my desk. Good, but first, you'll need

to head to H.R. and finish your paperwork. I know.

I know the salary is low, but we have a six-month probationary period to see if you're a good

fit. You should know several of your predecessors weren't and didn't

make it, so try not to squander this opportunity. If you make it, you'll be made

permanent with a decent salary bump. Any problems?

Well, the salary... Good. We have a noon staff meeting on

Mondays. Get familiar with the titles on your desk.

I'll see you there. Thank you, Allison. Oh, one more thing.

A reading list of books you'll need to digest... "What Every Editor Needs to Know" is a good

guide of what I expect of my assistants, and "It's a Writer's World" is your Bible.

Got it. ♪♪ [ Bell ringing ]

♪ We're headed straight for the top ♪ ♪ Yeah, you already know ♪

Alright, Mr. Alec. Now, look... You cannot blow this audition, alright?

You need this gig. Or else we're looking at car detailing, pet grooming, hmm?

Maybe a pizza maker, huh? [ Chuckles ] That's your pep talk?

I got it, man. Thanks. Wait. Wait. Wait. I just want to make sure that

you keep that temper of yours in check, huh? Remember that your opinions are

just that... your opinions. Why don't you keep them to yourself?

Alright. Thanks, Dad. Ready for you, Mr. Darby. Alright, thank you.

[ Chuckles ] Right this way, sir. ♪ We're headed straight for

the top ♪ Alec on set. Hey.

Hey, how you doing? Okay, as we discussed, GameTime Network wants a smart,

hard-hitting show from the pros' point of view, so, you know, don't hold any punches, okay?

Keep it, uh... uh... a hundred, right? 99 problems, but this isn't one

of them. Okay? Cool? Yes, sir, Mr. Davis.

Alright, let's get that out there. Let's get it!

Alright, standby. Quiet on set. DeMarco.

Alec. Hey. [ Clears throat ] Here we go.

5... 4... 3... ♪♪ Good evening.

I'm DeMarco Fox. And I'm Alec Darby. Welcome to GameTime Network's

"Hard Ballin'." With the NFL season gearing up, we'll be delving into some of

the issues plaguing the teams and the players. You know, you're absolutely

right, Alec. An 18 game season is probably more closer than we think.

Yes, but is that what the players really want? Well, probably not, but

that's what the owners and the fans want. Cut! Okay. Standby, guys.

Frank's coming out. Hey, man, you know these owners only want more games for

the money, right? They don't care nothing about the players.

Yeah, but they do care about the paying customers, brother. So, shouldn't the players be

about pleasing the fans, too? Well, of course, to a certain extent, but not at the risk of

their own safety. More games is more exposure to injury.

Now, we call these guys owners, and they start acting like they actually own the players.

It's not a plantation, man. More games, more contact. More contact, more head-cracking

going on. Maybe if we stop calling them owners, they'll stop acting like

slave masters. Oh, man, you're really stretching it.

You know that? You know these owners paid us more in one season than most

people make in several life times, and slaves didn't get paid, remember?

Come on, DeMarco. You know as well as I do these are nothing but a bunch of old,

rich white fat cats passing their money down to their heirs. Meanwhile, not one black owner

in the league. Yeah, but they made millionaires out of a lot of

ball players like us. That's pennies on the dollar to them, man!

They're raking in billions! Get us real below the belt. We earn that by literally

putting our necks on the line. You know, I can't believe what a jaded, angry perspective

you have on a sport that paid us both a lot of money. And I can't believe that

green is the only color you see when black is clearly the bigger picture.

Okay, I'm going in. that I don't care about our black players?

Black lives matter. Man, I'm out. Whoo! My man! Come on.

This... Ah! This is great. And this is exactly what we're looking for.

It's edgy, it's controversial, it's, um... uh, you know. Dope?

Dope! [ Sighs ] Thank you. [ Chuckles ] Welcome to the

GameTime Network. You're hired. Really?

We'll get in contact with your agents, and we'll get contracts started right away.

Hank Carson. I'm Mr. Darby's business manager.

Now, Alec is just about to sign with a new agency, but until that time, the network can

contact me, huh? Great. Great. Unh! Congrats!

Welcome to the team. Congratulations, man. Looks like we'll be working

together. Yeah, nothing personal. Yeah, just business, brother.

Just business, brother. [ Sighs ] ♪♪

♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪

[ Sighs ] ♪♪ ♪♪

[ Smooches ] ♪♪ [ Door unlocking ]

Hey. W-What's up? What's up?

Hey. Nothing. Okay. Yeah.

You just look mighty guilty for nothing. Look, just mind your own

business instead of mine, okay?!

[ Knock at door ]

Dad! Come here! Hey, Princess. You miss me?

Yo, Dad! Get over here, Champ. Argh! I miss you guys so much!

It was like you were never coming back. Come on, Champ.

You know your old man was out there stomping with the big dogs.

My new talent is on fire. Look at her. That's her?

Yep. And the reviews say she is caliente... spicy hot.

Look at that. "Fabiana Cruz is fab." As a matter of fact, that's what

they were saying last night. Fab! Fab! Fab! [ Laughs ]

I am this close to getting her to open for a big act in December.

Yeah? Like who? Somebody really big. You're holding out on us?

Come on, Dad. Drop a name! Come on, Champ. I don't want to jinx it.

But as soon as the ink is dry, I'll tell you about it. Okay.

Whoever it is, we want front-row seats, don't we, Chloe?

Yeah, we do. We can come, can't we? Of course you can.

As long as it's okay with your mama. Where is she, by the way?

I got a big bonus on the road, and I want to take us all to dinner... anywhere you want to

go. Hmm. Yeah, Mom's working at that new

job, as usual. But we can go. Really?

Yeah, I'll leave her a note. Come on. Sounds like a plan to me.

Awesome. Where should we eat? Um... that new burger spot is good, right?

I heard they have ice cream and stuff there, too. Ooh, that'd be so good.

There we go. Let's go! Dessert first.

[ Laughter ]

Hello! Anybody home?

[ Sighs ] ♪♪ ♪♪

So, this guy with green hair gets backstage somehow, screaming, "Fab! Fab!

Will you marry me?!" I'm like, "Really, bro?" It took four security guards to

get him out of there. Wait. Four? It's just one guy?

Wait! Wait! How'd he get back there? So, it looks like you guys

had fun. Yeah, Dad took us to The Chocolate Bar for dinner.

Hmm. Sounds healthy. No, Mom. We had burgers first.

Yeah. Well, kids, do you mind if I talk to your dad alone for a

minute? Alright. Night. Alright, Champ.

Night, Dad. I had fun. Love you, Princess. Love you, too.

Love you guys. Uh-oh. Dad's in trouble. Really?

[ Chuckles ] [ Sighs ] Okay. Okay, I know I shouldn't have

been out so late with the kids, but I had some great news I wanted to celebrate with the

family. Jake, it's not about how late they were out.

And I came to get you, too, but they say you was working late... as usual.

Looks like this new job is getting you, huh? What's your good news?

My talent... finally blowing up, so everything's starting to work out for me.

Well, I'm glad to hear that. Now maybe you can regularly pay some child support.

Wait. What? You don't remember I just bought all those Christmas gifts for

the kids and I just paid the IRS bill for you? For me? An IRS bill doesn't

even begin to cover the cost of raising a child, let alone two. Come on, Madison.

I'm doing the best I can. And you got the new job, so you're getting regular bank now.

Jake, child support doesn't consist of a once-a-year Christmastime payment, okay?

My bills need to be paid like clockwork, not "I'm doing the best I can" time.

Look, as soon as I got home, I came in to take y'all to dinner, and at least I was here

for them while you was at work late again. Don't I get some credit for

that? Credit?! For dinner and spending time

with your children, really?! You're... You're unbelievable.

You know what? It's time for you to go. And do me a favor.

When you want to come over, please give me some warning, 'cause I need to prepare myself

before I see you. Wow. [ Chuckles ] Fine.

But you should look in the mirror the next time our kids wonder why they don't see their

father more often. ♪♪ ♪ I know you're not happy

there ♪ ♪ You ain't happy anywhere ♪ ♪ Tell me did you even care ♪

♪ In case you didn't know then ♪ ♪ Maybe you should go and ♪ [ Knock at door ]

I'll get that. Thank you, baby. I'm coming.

Hey, baby. How are you? I'm good. How are you?

She's over there. Hey, honey. You been so busy, I can barely

get a hold of you on the phone. Is that why you decided to pop by?

Exactly. We need to catch up. I want to hear all about this new job, so we're gonna have

some dinner, a few drinks, and spill all the tea. [ Sighs ]

I don't know, Laney. It's been a rough week. I was just thinking about

sleeping it off and maybe getting through a manuscript or two.

Work, work, and work. All you do is work. Well, that's because my boss

is tough as nails, and I have six months to prove myself, or I'm out.

All the more reason you need a break. It's Saturday, girl.

Let's kick it. We're way overdue. I'm not taking "no" for an

answer. You getting out these rags, and we gonna g you into something

popping. ♪♪ So, that's your cousin,

right? That's your relative. Yeah, yeah.

Bro, I thought you almost blew it in there. You might want to take it easy

on Mr. DeMarco Fox, huh? I'm not sure he's up to your verbal acumen.

Yeah, I know things got a little heated, but did you see him leaning all over Frank like

he was? Man needs to stop sucking up and start spitting a little more

truth. [ Chuckles ] There you go. There you go.

Can you at least try to get along with your costar just a little bit, huh?

Well, I could try. Okay. But you see the network likes

it when I go hard. Remember... The man said I was..."dope."

[ Laughter ] It sounds like this job was tailor-made for you, cuzzo.

So, you finally get off all that crazy steam, and I get fire for a change.

Wait. Wait. Wait. I don't know about all that. You might want to take it easy

in there. Excuse me. Can we get a bottle of your best

Champagne for the table? We're celebrating, man. Excuse me.

Can we see your wine list, please? Maybe you have a reasonably

priced bottle of Prosecco on there? What? Come on.

You might want to take it a little easy, at least until the checks start.

Is it possible? Is it possible for you to just chill out one time, let me drive

the bus? Your best bottle, man. Come on. I'm back in business.

Look, I'm just saying you might want to pay off a few of those bills first before you

start splurging, huh? I mean, you do have a tendency to blow a good thing.

I don't know. Speaking of a good thing, look who's on the town.

[ Chuckles ] Hey, Madison. Oh, hey!

Come on. Join us. We would love to, wouldn't we, Madison?

We were just about to order dinner. Come on.

Yeah, okay. I think we can all fit. Oh, we can definitely fit.

And we can definitely use some fine at this table. That's right.

I mean, I know I look good. Oh, whatever. [ Laughs ]

I'mma have some bread. Madison, I haven't talked to you since you started your new

job. How's it going? Oh, yeah, um... I've been

meaning to reach out. Thank you so much for those beautiful flowers.

I'm sorry. It's been crazy. Oh, no problem. You remember my cousin Rex and

my business manager Hank. Hey, Hank. It's good to see you.

Oh, I don't think you ever met my best friend, Laney. No. Nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you, as well. Thanks for inviting us over. Absolutely.

Oh, it's a party going on now. Yes, sir.

We celebrating Alec's new job. What? Congratulations!

Tell me. Uh, well, I'm cohosting a sports talk show on the new

GameTime Network. Wow. Yes, sir.

You know he auditioned, and they hired his old, ornery, over-opinionated butt right on

the spot. [ Laughter ] Well, call it what you want

to, but, apparently, my old, ornery, over-opinionated butt is exactly what they were looking

for. That's amazing. Well, cheers. It looks like we're both

starting a new adventure. Yeah, it does. ♪♪

Hey. Hey. You're still awake?

Mm-hmm. I was, uh, waiting for you, so I decided to do some dishes.

Did you and Laney have a good time? [ Sighs ]

We had a great time. I really needed to get out. And I have a sneaking suspicion

that you and your brother are somehow responsible. [ Chuckles ]

Well, maybe a little. Okay, we called Laney. Are you mad?

No. But is that why you're still up, checking on your grown mother?

No. There's actually something I need to talk to you about.

Okay. My teach recommended me for a very special opportunity.

Really? Okay. What opportunity? Actually, it's a class, but a

photography class with Alfi Avant! You know, Mom, like, the

Alfi Avant, the world-class photographer? Yes, sweetheart.

I know who she is. Mom, she shoots all over the world from civil protests,

disasters, police brutality, humanitarian crisis... her portfolio documents the history

of our lives in real time! Okay. Okay. Slow down. Mom. Mom. She's it.

Don't you see it? She's a warrior on the front line of injustice, and that's

what I want to do. She only accepts five students once a year, and Mrs. Parks

recommended me. Please, Mom. Okay, Chloe, I can see how

excited you are, but I need more information. When is this class?

Is it during school hours? Is it after school? Is there a cost involved?

Well, it's twice a week for two hours after school... and, uh...

And? It's $300 a week... for 5 weeks.

$1,500. But she's willing to let us put a down payment on it then

pay the rest at $250 a week, and I can help pay for it with the money I saved from my job, too.

Chloe... I really wish I could say yes, but this is a critical time, and you really need to be

focused on your grades right now. But this is a once-in-a-

lifetime opportunity. And as it is, we need to save every penny and pray that those

scholarships we applied for come in. Okay, Mom. Please. Please.

Chloe, don't you get it? We just don't have it. Okay. Forget it. This sucks!

I can't believe you! Watch your tone! [ Sighs ]

You should've seen her face when I told her no. It was heartbreaking.

I'm sure Chloe understands. I love my new job, but it's a struggle making it through this

probationary period for the next few months. As it is, I need to make more

money just to pay my bills, never mind trying to save money for Chloe's college education.

I mean, Chloe's got good grades. She'll probably get a full ride

with all those scholarships you applied for. [ Cellphone rings ]

Speaking of rides, I have to get mine. You still driving ride share?

Y Alright, good seeing you. Bye

♪♪ ♪♪ >> Madison?

Rex?! [ Both laugh ] You back driving again?

Yeah, you know, just after work and on weekends to make a little extra money.

Yeah, you probably the hardest-working woman I know. Yeah, well, you do what you

got to do. I know that's right. Where you be finding all these

jobs?! [ Both laugh ] ♪♪

[ Bell rings ] These teams are bringing in millions of dollars a year for

these schools. Hell, the coaches make $5 million, $10 million.

The kids get nothing? Not a dime? You don't think they should get

something? I mean, but they are getting something, right?

They're getting the biggest audition of their lives to go pro, not to mention

scholarships. Okay, so, you're saying it's cool for the school, the

network, the stadium, the concession stand, the coaches, hell, everybody to make money

off these kids' names, likenesses, and images? I got to be honest with you,

man. I'm happy that California has made a move and is changing

things in their state. It's gonna force the NCAA to follow suit.

They're gonna make a law to start paying these kids. Well, look, the good players

will get a chance to make millions if they show up... Simple.

But what about the ones that don't go pro? They all deserve to make

something. It's got to be time for pay to play for these athletes.

Okay. Okay. There you go with that again. Man, they're just students.

They got their whole lives to get paid. Ifthey go pro.

Ifthey don't get hurt first. DeMarco, these kids are the show.

Once again, you're on the wrong side of the business. No, I'm on the side of the

engine that makes everything go. These revenue-generating sports can start generating some

revenue their way, too. But it looks like I'm gonna have to beat the stupid off of you

another day, because we are out of time. Calling me stupid?

Well, stupid is never being able to see anyone else's side but your own.

I'm DeMarco Fox. And I'm Alec Darby, and the only side that counts is the

right one when you're hard ballin'. Cut. Okay, that's a wrap.

Hey, man, don't be calling me stupid on air. Don't be stupid on air.

Yo, cuz, you about ready? Excuse me, Mr. Darby, Mr. Fox, you're doing post for

voiceover. That's today? Yep, it's on your schedule.

Yeah, I'm on my way to change. Oh, and don't forget you have

an early call tomorrow for your promo shoot. That's right. Thanks, Joey.

You got it. You ain't got time for the game tonight or nothing.

♪♪ [ Keys jingling ] [ Sighs ]

Hey. Hi. What's up?

You're still up? Yeah. I'm sorry I'm late.

Mwah! I see you heated up the meatloaf I left for you and Chloe.

Yeah, it was pretty good. I was just going to bed. Oh, okay. Goodnight.

Night. Love you. Love you, too.

[ Sighs deeply ]

[ Cellphone buzzing ]

Hello? Hey, Madison.

How's it going. Hope I'm not calling you too late.

[ Chuckles ] Well, this is a pleasant surprise.

No, actually, I just got in. Good. Good. Listen... It was great seeing

you the other night. Appreciate you celebrating with us.

Oh, the pleasure was ours. Yeah, well, it got me thinking about something that

you might be able to help me out with. Really? How so?

Well, that job I told you about's gotten pretty hectic, and I'm wondering if you know

somebody looking for part-time work. I need somebody to help manage

my schedule, stay organized. You know as well as anybody, being on top of details is not

my strong suit. [ Laughs ] Yeah, you got that right.

So, what do you say? You know anybody that's sharp and smart like you... that can

work evenings and weekends like you? Alec.

Hey! What about you?! Umm... yeah, I don't think so. Listen. Listen. Listen.

Hear me out. I understand you're busy with your day job, and I respect

that. I just need a couple hours a night.

Listen... I appreciate the offer, but... Before you say no, do me a

favor. Just sleep on it, and let's meet for coffee in the morning, and

we can talk about it. At the very least, you get a free cup of coffee.

Come on. Okay. Okay. But no promises. Alright, great.

I'll text you in the morning. Alright, goodnight.

[ Sighs ] Man, I really need to get her

back working for us. Begging ain't your strong suit, either.

♪♪ Morning. How are you. Hey. Hey. You're early.

You're late. Ah, well, I guess that just depends on how you look at it.

Hey, can I get a black coffee, please. Thank you.

I really, really want you to consider this offer. I could seriously use your help

again. Did Rex put you up to this? Rex?

I know he told you I was his driver yesterday. Okay, maybe he kind of,

probably, definitely did tell me about it. But so what?

I really need your help, and you could really use the work, right?

Besides, most of the stuff I'm asking you to do like manage my schedule, you can do from home.

Yeah, but... No. No "but." Win-win! Right? Come on, Madison.

Why's this so hard? Help me out. Come on.

Let's put the band back together. [ Laughs ]

Well, I have been feeling a little more confident at work. Yeah! See?

Listen, what I'm suggesting is instead of driving strangers around, come work for me.

It's much better. Okay, if I'm gonna do this, I need to establish some ground

rules. Some ground rules. Uhh... okay.

[ Sighs ] Thank you. Thanks. I need a completely flexible

schedule. I can work for you after I get off my job during the week and

Saturday mornings, but never Saturday afternoons because I'm at the children's home.

And also never Sundays. And I need... a guaranteed weekly salary, not an hourly rate.

[ Sighs ] Okay. Deal. ♪♪

Jackie, come on. We're gonna miss the bus. I'm leaving.

How many times do I have to tell you to knock first?! Where did you get all that

money? None of your business! You better believe it's my

business if you stole it. Did you get all that money from the change jar?

No! Did you get all that money from the change jar?

Can I borrow a little change? A little change? A little change for what?

Mom already gives you money for lunch and bus money. What are you up to?

You need some kind of help? Look, it's personal, so don't be ratting me out to Mom.

Trust me. I won't have to.

[ Doorbell rings ] ♪♪

Hey. Hey. Wow. You already got my

cleaning? Yeah, well, it was on your list, and, plus, I was going

that way, and your dry cleaners remembered me from before, so... anyway.

Wow. I really like your new place. Yeah, you know, I didn't need

all that penthouse space when I was out of work, so I just moved downstairs.

It's not as big, but it still fits, though, so... Yeah, I really like it.

Okay, so, back to your list. In order to complete it, I'm gonna need access to your work

e-mail. This way, I can stay on top of your meetings, your

appointments, your travel, and also update your calendar. I need them to C.C. me on your

call sheets. And if you'll put me in touch with GTN's publicist, I can

coordinate with them directly all of your interviews, personal appearances, promo

shoots. Okay. I see you're picking up the

ball, but you can slow-walk it across the line. You don't have to rush.

Okay. Okay. But I have a feeling you're gonna need me to get busy sooner

rather than later. Um, and aren't you running behind on a location shoot?

Oh, wow. Yeah. Thank you. Just enough time to grab a cab.

Alec. Yeah? Car's waiting for you out

front. Your driver's name is Bundy. See? This is what I told you.

I need you here thank you. Your welcome!

[ Sighs ] Okay! ♪♪

[ Knock at door ] Madison. Uh, heads-up. Dragon Lady's on the warpath.

She must've had a bad weekend, woke up on the wrong side of the bed... with a headache.

She's already ripped into her secretary and the receptionist. Hope you got your notes ready

for the meeting. Yeah, I do, actually. They're printed right here.

Thanks for the heads-up. Just saying. [ Knock at door ]

Madison, I need your notes before the nooner. We need to go over them before

you waste everybody's time in the meeting. My office. Now!

[ Exhales deeply ] ♪♪ [ Keys jingling, lock clicks ]

♪♪ [ Sighs ] Glad you're still here.

Sorry. I just... I had to finish that note.

What's on here? Uh, fan mail. Probably hate mail.

[ Both chuckle ] Actually, it's probably a little bit of both if you ask me.

And, um, P.R. sent over my social media accounts and passwords and stuff like that.

They wanted me to go over their suggested answers, but I thought maybe you could help me make it

a little more personal. Uh, okay, but how would I know what to say?

Well, you know me as well as anybody. I trust your instincts.

Just go for it. Okay. Sounds like it could be fun.

But, um, there's a few things I need to go over with you. Okay, but can we talk about

that later? Come on. You deserve a break.

Okay. [ Chuckles ]

[ Sighs ] So, how's that day job going?

You still liking it? Oh, my God. Actually... I love it... even

though I have a really tough boss. What? Tougher than me?

[ Laughs ] Yeah. Oh, I don't like that one bit.

I got to get tougher. Yeah, well, um... But you know, I have a lot to

learn, and it's... Cheers. It's a challenge. Um... and I love to read, and

there's a lot of reading. You know, I really admire you.

I don't know how you do it all. Do you ever just... relax? Truthfully?

Chloe is this close to college, you know, just a year away, and Jackie's not too far behind her,

and, unfortunately, I can't really count on my ex-husband for help, so... I can't really

afford to relax. You know, what about fun? You ever... make time for fun?

I just... have to stay focused. I don't really have another

choice. Well, you know, sometimes those other choices are right

there in front of you.

♪♪ >> You know what?

Um... we probably shouldn't do this because, uh, I mean, we have a really great working

relationship. I mean, don't you think so? I think so.

Yeah, and it should probably just stay that way because we are terrific together.

I mean, not together-together, but we're terrific apart, and, uh, yeah, it's getting really

late, so I'm gonna run home. Thank you for the wine. It was yummy.

And, uh, I'll talk to you later. Okay, goodnight. Thank you. [ Sighs ] Okay. Bye.

[ Sighs ] Wow. I shouldn't have done that. ♪♪

Chloe, Jackie, could you come out here, please?

What's going on? Who's taking the coins?

Did you think I wouldn't notice? They've been disappearing every

day, and now look. Now, if you need something, you should ask me, but this is our

emergency stash, and we all contribute to it, so we all should have a say in how it gets

spent. So, what's up? It was me.

I've been taking it. Chloe, don't you still have your online photography job?

Where's your paycheck going? Chloe just tell... I put it all down on the

Alfi Avant class. You what? I needed change for lunch and

bus money, but I was gonna put it back. I promise.

I can't believe you would defy me like this. But I didn't.

I paid for it myself. We agreed that we were gonna put every penny towards your

college education. Mom, I just had to take this class, and she said I can pay

$50 a week until I pay it off, and the extra credit and experience will help on my

college applications, and she said she'll even give me a recommendation if I do well.

Mom, look. Jackie, stop. But, Mom, I'm...

Jackie, give it a minute. How far has this gone, Chloe? Well, I had $300 saved up,

and I used it on the down payment, and then I spent $50 this week and last week.

$400. Yes. $400!

Mom, please. Just let me stay in this class. Please.

I've learned so much already. Chloe! You went behind my back when I

explicitly told you no. You're grounded. Go to your room.

Grounded? At least let me finish the class, or I'll lose all the

money I already... You let me worry about that! Now do what I'm asking you to do

thistime! Go to your room! ♪♪

Yeah. No, I mean, he definitely wants

to do the show, it's just he's only available on the 3rd or the 10th.

Do either of those dates work for you? Perfect.

Okay, yeah. Yeah, I will send you an e-mail right away.

Thanks so much. Okay, bye. Well. I see you came back. Why wouldn't I come back?

What did you expect? I wouldn't leave you if you need me.

Well, I mean, the way you ran out the other night, you never know.

Guess I don't deal well with rejection. Alec, I didn't reject you, so

can you just put your big ego away, and let's get back to work?

Look, I don't have a big ego, okay? It's... It's just fragile,

apparently. Anyway, I've rescheduled the morning show for the 10th.

Does that work for you? Yeah. Yeah, that's fine. Okay.

[ Knock at door ] I'll get it.

Hi. Excuse me, but the doorman told

me that this was Alec Darby's new apartment. Who are you?

How can I help you? This is Alec Darby's place isn't it?

Oh, there you are baby. I've missed you so much. Shelley.

What the hell are you doing here? Well, aren't you happy to see

me? I'm glad the doorman remembered me, or I would've been knocking

on someone else's door. I see that you've, uh... downsized.

I'm not interrupting anything, am I? Um... this is my... business

associate, Madison. Madison, this is my ex-fiancée Shelley...

St. John. Business associate. Really? Would you be a dear and give

us some privacy. Mr. Darby and I, we have a lot of catching up to do.

Yeah, sure. No problem. Alec, we can finish your schedule tomorrow.

Wait. Wait. Madison, wait. You don't have to leave. Don't leave.

Let her go, baby. She understands. ♪♪

Have at it, baby. ♪♪ [ Explosions on TV ]

[ Sighs ] Hey, Chloe, can we talk? No.

Go away, Jackie! No, look. It's not fair for you to take

the blame for something that I did. I'm telling Mom the truth.

No, stop. Just let it go. She's not even gonna let me take the class anyway, and that's all

that matters. But it's not fair. You're not...

Jackie, please! Just let it go! Get out!

♪♪ >> Did you miss me, baby?

I sure missed you. Really? When? When, after you ran out on me in

our engagement did you start missing me? [ Scoffs ] Alec.

I couldn't bear to watch you go through all that pain. It was breaking my heart.

And I was afraid my being around was just gonna make you feel sorry for yourself.

You understand, don't you? What I understand is that when I was hurt and when I was

released, you couldn't get out of here fast enough. That's what I understand.

Okay, I know it seemed bad, but I just didn't want to be a burden on you.

Hey, I searched my heart, and I realized how much I love you. I never should have left like

that. So what about all the tabloid buzz I've been hearing about you

and Mr. MVP? Something happen with Beau Manning?

He's still in the league. Don't even mention Beau Manning to me.

He's an abusive monster. ♪♪ Are you trying to say he's

hitting you? [ Voice breaking ] Yeah, especially when they lost.

He would come home and take it out on me. Because of a game?

[ Chuckles ] I think it might have something to do with the fact that you're

still wearing my ring. Well, maybe it does. But I would never take this off.

Because I know how much you love me, and I know now that I love you more than I ever thought

possible. Please forgive me, baby. Please.

♪♪ [ Knock at door ] >> Coming!

♪♪

I thought we agreed that you weren't gonna come over without

calling first. I know. But I realize that I have been

thoughtless and selfish, and... can you open the door?

And I'm sorry. Sorry and flowers aren't

gonna pay my bills, Jake. And I know that, too. That's why I brought you this.

What is it? Open it. Now that I got some cash coming

in, I figure the least I could do is start making some regular payments around here to help you

out. Regular, or is this my lucky day?

[ Chuckles ] I know it's been hard, but, Madison, you have been amazing,

holding all this down while I've been trying to find myself. But now I finally hit pay dirt.

Jake, this is not a game. You can't just throw overdue money at me and expect me to

trust you again. No games, and I am sorry that it took me so long to do the

right thing. But I miss you. I miss being with our kids.

I just hope you can find it in your heart to let me make it up to you... and them.

I wish I could believe you, but you have this terrible habit of saying one thing and doing

the opposite. Not this time. I promise. You can believe in me again.

♪♪ Well, thank you for the cash. It helps.

You're welcome. Now, how about that dinner? Goodnight, Jake.

I'll take that. I saw that little thing you did with your eyes there.

Don't hurt yourself. Oh, I won't. I still know the house.

♪♪

See you came back. Back?

[ Chuckles ] I never left.

We slept in, and Alec's out running

a few errands. I promised to have an early dinner ready when he comes back.

Got it. [ Chuckles ] I hope you do 'cause...

I'm not sure that whatever it is that you do around here is necessary anymore.

Pretty sure your services are no longer needed. Okay, first of all,

whatever I do around here is none of your business. And whether or not it's

necessary is between me and Alec. Please tell him I stopped by.

Hey! Oh, honey, you're home.

[ Door closes ] Y-Yeah. Um, I didn't expect you to still

be here but I'm glad you are. Guess what? What?

I just found out I'm gonna be featured on the cover of Act One Magazine.

Oh! Yeah. Oh, my God! That's amazing, baby! Ah!

We have to go celebrate. Madeline, make a reservation for two at the Lobster Lounge.

You know, I'm pretty sure you have a skill set beyond the supine position, so why

don't you manage to make the reservation yourself. Goodnight, Alec.

Congrats.

Why did you talk to her like that?

Why do you keep doing that? I don't know. I don't like her.

You know what, this is making me wonder why I even let you stay here.

Where else am I gonna go? You know that I have no money and no home.

I can't go back to Beau's. He'd probably kill me for trying to run away.

Seriously. Okay, look, if that man is really hitting you, you need to

call the police, not me. [ Chuckling ] Hell, no. I can't call the police.

The police idolize guys like him. They'll definitely believe

his word over mine. All this is just reminding me of who you actually are.

I need you to find somewhere else to go. I don't want to go

anywhere else! Please. You can't just throw me out

on the street like that. Okay. Tell you what. Gimme the ring.

I'll give you some money. You can get a place, get on your feet.

No. Not my ring. If it was about money, then I would've hawked it myself.

This is all that I have left of our love. I mean, every time I look at it,

I'm reminded that the greatest guy in the whole world loves me. Does he?

[ Hushed ] Oh.

My brother's coming up from D.C. to help me get my things.

Can I just stay a few more days? [ Scoffs ] A few days.

That's it. Then you gotta find somewhere else to go.

You can stay in the guest room. But aren't we still gonna celebrate?

Yeah. There's a bottle of champagne in the refrigerator.

Knock yourself out. ♪♪ Then she tried ordering me

around like I'm the help. Uh-uh. Apparently they were engaged.

Say what? Shut the front door. Mm-hmm.

Don't tell me he's one of those black men who makes a load of money and then only

wants to spend it on some white chick. Laney.

Look, I'm just saying. Out of all the fine sisters out here that's looking for a

successful black man to marry and none of them are good enough?

Okay, listen. Just because I'm biracial, it doesn't mean I don't

empathize with my sisters who feel overlooked and unappreciated, but my real

objection is the fact that this chick doesn't care about him. Mnh-mnh.

You know? She's not interested in investing in the betterment

of Alec. She's interested in what she can withdraw.

Mm-hmm. A piece of his glory, a piece of his fame, a big-ole piece of

his bank account. Mm. I don't understand why he

can't see that. I know, right? I mean, I get where you're

coming from, but I'm just saying. [ Cellphone vibrating ]

Okay. Mnh-mnh. Nope. You not taking it?

It's Jake. He keep showing up unannounced... calling, texting.

Somehow, he's got it in his head that we should get back together.

Is... So, d... No. I'm not going down that road.

There's nothing there but pain and heartache. Mm-hmm.

I know that's right. Well, speaking of pain and heartache...

So Alec breaks up with this paparazzi chick, and now they back together?

Because according to the other night, there was no doubt he has a thing for you.

Oh, my gosh. Okay, so I forgot to tell you. The other night, I'm over there

working, we had a glass of wine together... And for like... a hot second,

we almost kissed. [ Squeals ] I knew it. I told you he wanted you.

I told you he was into you. Okay, but we didn't. Nothing happened.

Ohh. I ran out of there so fast just like I did last night

when she showed up. You know what, and I'm so glad that nothing happened because

I can't even imagine working for him let alone anything else. Okay, wait a minute, girl.

Don't throw the baby out with the bath water just yet. Laney, he probably doesn't

even want me around now that his little gold-digging Barbie doll is back.

Don't let Lola Bunny run you outta there before you figure out what's going on.

I do have to return his key. There you go.

Hey, sorry I'm late. I was at the gym when you

called. What's happening? Thank you for coming.

Um, I thought it best if we meet somewhere else. Yeah, yeah, I see, but why?

Why couldn't it wait 'til tonight at my place? Uh, hey, can I get a cup

of black coffee, please? Thank you. Sure.

Well, your fiancée... Ex. Ex-fiancée.

Whatever. The point is, she made it very clear that my services

were no longer needed. Did she?

And wait, you... you just ran... ran with that

without even talking to me? I'm talking to you now.

Thank you. So...

I'm returning your key.

Okay. If that's what you really want.

But... Can I ask you a question? Sure, but...

I'm just curious. What do you see in that woman? Well...

I mean, do you think that she somehow legitimizes your excellence?

Well... I mean, isn't it enough that you know your own growth,

your own worth, your own value?

I mean, don't you desire to have a partner who genuinely wants to

see you win and yet maintains a safe space for you to return to if you don't?

But instead, you lust for the shiny ornament on your arm who offers you nothing.

I wish you realize the woman that you entrust your heart to...

the impetus for her to care shouldn't be based on what you have.

It should be based on who you are. But you just... exchange what's

substantial and genuine... for an empty imitation because you think that somehow

it validates you... leaving those who unquestionably care... angry, weary...

and acrimonious. I'm done. I quit.

Goodbye, Alec. ♪♪ ♪♪

Define "acrimonious." Here's the definition of "acrimonious."

Typically of speech or a debate, angry and bitter. ♪♪

[ Speaking indistinctly ] The story feels like it's veering off track.

We're over 40 pages in before we know what the realconflict is. Madison, these are the kind of

things I expect you to flag. If I still have to read all these early drafts myself,

I don't need you.

Have you even bothered to read the books on the list I gave

you? Um, excuse me, Ms. Warner. Sorry to interrupt.

Madison, um, your son's school called. They need you to come

pick him up. What? Is he sick? They didn't say.

Um, here's the number you can call on the way. Sorry.

Go. See about your kid.

But don't make this a habit. Of course.

I'll expect revisions this afternoon.

Uh...[ Chuckles ] Thank you. Sorry. ♪♪

Madison, wait up. ♪♪ My son didn't throw

the first punch. He started it. Yeah, I hit him.

He deserved it. It doesn't matter who punched who first.

Jackie! Oh, honey, look at your face. You alright?

Mom, I'm fine. Mr. and Mrs. Morris, kind of you to join us.

Principal Lawrence. Look, we here at Bay Academy have a no-tolerance policy

for fighting. Kirk and Jackie had quite the squabble on the school grounds.

No, he sucker-punched my son. Yeah, I didn't even do anything.

Don't try to act all innocent. You know what you did.

Boys. Boys! Quiet. Now, apparently,

Kirk teased a little girl in his class. He laughed at her and called

her names because she had holes in her shoes. It was mean.

Is that true, Kirk? So what if it is? He doesn't deserve to get

violently attacked like that. Okay, but maybe if you taught your son a little compassion

towards others less fortunate than him... Yeah?

Like how you taught your little thug to beat up on other kids? Hey!

Whoa, did you just call my son a thug? If the shoe fits.

Hold on man. Don't talk to my wife... Okay! Hey!

Just a minute! Now, this no-tolerance policy...

it applies to parents, as well.

Now, the boys will be suspended for three days.

And I suggest..you all... go home and cool off.

Jackie, I understand that you were fighting for what's right,

but you have to know that fighting doesn't solve anything. Madison.

What? Let me handle it. Okay.

Come on, son. It's time for us to have a good-ole father/son powwow.

Hold your head back. ♪♪ [ Whews ]

So... [ Groans ]

what'd you say? I hope you told him that fighting is no way to get your

point across. No, I told him that sometimes a man has to stand up

for what's right. You encouraged him to fight? No, I encouraged him to be

a man and fight for what he believes in. Madison, there's something

you don't know. Okay, so tell me. What is it? [ Sighs ]

You cannot let on that I told you this. I won't.

Jackie's in love.

The little girl with the holes in her shoes.

Yes. He could not let her be embarrassed like that.

[ Sighs heavily ] Well... [ Chuckles ]

I'm glad you talked to him because he probably wouldn't have told me.

I guess Jackie needs his father right now. He needs both of us.

Look... I want my family back.

That's gotta mean something, right?

Let me prove to you how much I've grown.

At least let me take you to dinner.

That's not too much to ask, right? [ Sighs ]

Look, Jake, I gotta go, okay. My boss is gonna tear my head off.

♪♪ >> Oh, Allison, I was just

finishing up the notes on the Jenkins project. I'll have them to you

by the end of the day. Good, but that's not why I'm here.

I just read the notes you submitted earlier.

Good job. ♪♪

[ Cellphone vibrating ] Jake? Hey. Is Jackie okay?

Well... You're taking my calls. That's progress.

[ Chuckles ] And Jackie is fine. Okay, so what's up?

I was calling to see about dinner again. How about drinks? Okay?

Just drinks? I'll take what I can get. Talk later.

♪ Sometimes we risin' ♪ ♪ Sometimes we fallin' ♪ ♪ It's all in measure ♪

♪ You take the bad things ♪ ♪ I'll take the good things ♪ What's going on with

you and Madison? [ Panting ] I figured y'all'd be moving

on a whole new level by now. No, it's just the opposite, actually.

[ Ball bouncing ] You know, she does have me

feeling some kinda way, though. Yeah. Yeah, she's...

smart and tough and still sweet and kind at the same time. [ Ball bounces ]

Uh-oh. Sounds like you got it bad. Yeah, I thought it was going

a good direction, too, but she... she pushed me away. [ Ball swishes ]

Didn't help that Shelley showed up out the blue, either. Oh, hell no.

Shelly showed up? Yep. I know you done with that.

Apparently she's not done with me.

Look, whatever you do, man, I think you need to make

your move on Madison. You don't want to wait too late. They say the good ones go fast.

[ Ball bouncing ] ♪♪

Before we get started, I want to raise a toast. To Chloe and Jackie...

to us.

I promise you won't have to carry the burden alone again.

Well, I'll drink to that 'cause my shoulders could use

a break. Mm. [ Chuckles ]

Sounds like you could use one of my famous massages. [ Chuckles ]

You know I used to beg anything outta you after one of those.

Hey, hey, hey. Not anything. Oh!

It's confirmed. You need a refresher session. [ Chuckles ]

Anyway, um... Tell me about your new artist? Is she really talented?

Absolutely. She is very, verymuch in demand.

I'm telling you, Madison, she can go all the way. Queen B, you better look out.

[ Laughs ] You're about to be dethroned. [ Chuckles ]

[ Laughing ] Okay. You laugh, but I'm this close to booking her on

"Wake Up America." Oh, wow. Yeah.

And every act that books on that show breaks big. I'm telling you, if I can get

Fab on there, she's gonna blow all the way up. I'm happy for you, you know.

You've been, um... You've been chasing this thing for a long time.

Yeah. I just need a hit with one more thing.

An accountant? 'Cause you know you bad

with money. [ Chuckles ] Ouch. [ Chuckling ] True, but no.

[ Laughs ] I was talking about you.

[ Sighs heavily ] I don't want to talk about this.

Look, I know I messed up, but I never stopped loving you. You know that, right?

Jake, it's... And...

I truly believe that you still love me. I mean, how could you not?

See? The magic is still there.

I'm a better man now, and I need you in my life.

Come on, Maddie.

Won't you at least consider giving me another shot?

[ Matthew Bento and Matthew Goodman's "Long Road" plays ]

Amazing, right? Well, you know. It's a'ight. [ Laughing ]

Alright? It's a tough crowd around here. [ Laughs ]

Mm. Mm. Mmm. You remember this song?

Mmm, how could I not? Every time I hear it, I think about you.

♪♪ [ Sighs ] Come here.

Indulge me. [ Inhales deeply ] Let me see if all my old moves

still work. ♪ And after all this time ♪ ♪ It's been a long road ♪

♪ It's so amazing ♪ ♪ Now that we made it home ♪ ♪ I'm know ♪

♪ I found my way with you ♪ ♪ It's been a long road ♪ ♪ The weather was changing ♪

♪ But still we made it through ♪ ♪ I know ♪ ♪ I found my way with you ♪

♪ All the signs ♪ ♪ They pointed to you ♪ ♪ And every mile ♪

♪ We were racing through and through ♪ ♪ Ooh ♪

♪ I used to wait ♪ ♪ Tried to stay within... ♪ [ Sighs ]

I missed you so much. Hmm. I'd forgotten how good we are

together. I didn't. I never forgot.

What time is it? I don't know, but no, no, no, no, no.

You're not going anywhere. Jake. It's late.

I got to get home. I don't want the kids to worry. Mnh-mnh, don't go.

Stay. And besides, I need you here with me.

By my side. In my bed. Mm.

♪♪ Didn't work before. You broke my heart.

And my trust.

You never had time for us.

[ Quietly ] I know. I know.

And I promise you that I will never make that mistake again. Chloe, Jackie, and you

are my number-one priority from here on out. I promise.

♪♪ [ Sighs ] Hey.

Hmm? Let's tell the kids our surprise.

What surprise? That we're back together. Okay, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.

Let's, um... Let's see how this works first,

okay? Okay. As long as I know you still

love me, I can wait awhile. Just a little bit. [ Chuckles ]

Okay. [ Clears throat ] Five minutes and I'm leaving.

Right. Five-minute snooze.

Hey, Danny. Hey.

Here you go. Oh, thanks for dropping off the renewed permits.

Yeah, no problem. I wish I could stay and help out, but I kinda snuck out of

work, so I gotta get back. Well, I appreciate you getting them here.

You know, with more families out on the streets these days, this place is busier than ever.

Yeah, I know. It's really unfortunate. But I'm down to one job,

so I should be able to come by and help out more often. Great.

Excuse me. Hi.

Hi. My name is Judy Halloway, and this is my daughter, Tasha.

Tasha, I've seen you here before, haven't I? Yes, ma'am.

Tasha tells me you help out families in need here? Yeah.

What can we do? I am in between jobs right now, and we need a place to

stay, maybe something to eat. Yeah. Well, that's what we're here

for. [ Sighs ] We've been sleeping in my car,

but, uh, this morning, Tasha was at school while I was out looking for work.

When I got back to the car, it was gone... towed, stolen, or something with

everything we had left inside. I didn't know what to do or where else to go, so I went

and got Tasha out of school, and we came here. Well, Judy, I'm sorry to hear

that, but please try not to worry, okay, because you can stay as long as you need to.

Now, if you'll come with me, I'll help you find a couple beds and something to eat.

And Tasha, um, why don't you go and play with the other kids, and I'll bring your mom

right back, okay? Okay.

♪♪ >> Tasha.

I'm glad y and your mom made it. I knew they'd take care of you.

This is all I got for a while, but this'll work.

[ Clears throat loudly ]

Mom, aren't you supposed to be at work?

And aren't you supposed to be in school? Can we please talk about this

when I get home, please? [ Quietly ] Please? Tasha, I think my son

wants you to have this. Now, your mom will take you back to your beds and show you

where the showers are, and you can get settled in, okay? We can't thank you enough.

No problem.

I'll see you guys later. Okay.

Why are you still sitting here? Get your behind back to school.

[ Quietly ] Yes, ma'am. I'll talk to you later.

Look, she deserves to know the truth.

I'm not the reason... Yeah, but why? I stuck my neck out for you.

I didn't ask you to do that. You took it upon yourself... You're gonna make

things worse. You're just trying to get in trouble.

Mom, I can explain. I can explain. I wanted to tell you.

I was trying to help. What do you mean? She was...

Okay. Okay. Stop. Stop.

[ Sighs ] Jackie.

Why did you lie to me about the money?

No, he didn't get the chance to because I... I was talking to

your brother. Maybe a better question is... Why didn't you tell me

the truth when I asked? I was gonna tell you. Look, I'm sorry, Mom, but...

Tasha and her mom, they've been in really bad shape, and things just kept getting

worse for them, and I wanted to help. Yes, and that's exactly why

you should've come to me. Their problems are way too big for you to handle on your own.

Now, I understand why you took the coins, and I am very proud to have a son that cares,

alright, but how you went about it is wrong. Alright, I get it.

And I'm very disappointed that you would let your sister take the blame.

Chloe, did you know why Jackie was taking the money? No.

But I did want to h... Then you should've come to me, too.

Look, guys, a family is built on trust, so this has to be a place where truth and honesty

can thrive. Now, the good news is... your dad started contributing

financially, so I'm gonna let you keep taking this photography class.

Really, mom? Really?! Oh, that's so cool. Thank you so much. I promise...

Yes, but you're still grounded. And so are you.

Alright? Do we understand why? Okay.

[ Together ] Deal. Alright, come in. Bring it in, bring it in.

[ Chuckles ] I love you. Love you, too.

And I'm very proud of you, alright? What you did was... not so bad,

sticking out for each other, alright, but don't lie to me. Alright.

Now go get ready for bed. Goodnight. Goodnight.

[ Cellphone vibrating ] [ Sighs deeply ] [ Vibrating continues ]

Hey. Hey, baby. What's up?

Nothing. Your kids. Trouble? No, I'm just...

just a little overwhelmed. Oh. Uh, okay. Um... let's meet

tomorrow morning for breakfast. Get a plan. I'd like that.

Sounds like you need a little backup. Thank you for calling

and checking on me. I'll see you tomorrow. Bye.

[ Sighs ] ♪♪ [ Thunder rumbling ]

♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪

[ Thunder rumbling ] Shelley, what the hell are you doing?

[ Exhales sharply ] What's wrong, baby? What does it look like

I'm doing? This. This is wrong.

You gotta understand, this is not gonna happen.

[ Scoffs ] Well, it looks to me like it was already happening.

God, this relationship was a mistake.

How can you say that?

Look, the point is I've realized now that you

are not the one. [ Chuckles ] Right.

Right, because I was the one when you were screwing my brains out every night

and buying me this!

Yeah, like I said... mistake.

[ Thunder rumbles ] You never cared about me.

[ Scoffs ] All you ever cared about

was the spotlight and the money and the jewelry.

That's just not true. Shelley, I'm not blind. Okay?

I need somebody who wants me for me. Somebody who actually cares

when my whole world is crashing down around me. I need someone who can believe

in me when I don't even believe in myself. [ Scoffs ]

I do believe in you, baby. I always have.

Shelley, you stepped on my heart in my worst moment.

If you think you can just waltz back in here and it's

gonna be all good, I'mma forget about all that, then forget believing in me.

You don't even know me. Of course I do. I know that you are one sexy

mother... Stop. This is what I'm talking about.

We're not even on the same page.

You don't have a clue who I am...

as a black man trying to make it out here.

[ Scoffs ] I know all about that. I grew up poor, too.

See, this is what I mean. You have no clue.

You... You equate black and poor?

[ Scoffs ]

This is over. ♪♪

You know what, take it. Go get a hotel or whatever and wait for your brother there.

And leave the ring.

[ Inhales deeply ] [ Ring thuds ]

[ Scoffs ] [ Bills rustle ]

[ Sniffs ] ♪♪

[ Door opens ] [ Door closes ] ♪♪

Chloe, Jackie, you guys ready?!

Where are we going, and do I have to wear this?

Yes. And you look very handsome.

Okay, we're gonna go and we're gonna have a nice dinner, and then your dad and I will

tell you about our big surprise. Wait, a surprise? What is it?

If I tell you, does that make it a surprise? No...

A surprise? Are you and Dad going to buy me a car or something?

Keep your bus fare, sweetheart, 'cause you're gonna need it.

[ Ughs ] Wait, we're going on vacation, aren't we?

Is that it? Will you guys pull out your phones and look up the word

"surprise." Come on, give us a hint, please.

I got your hint. Let's go.

Gotta be a car. Why would it be a car?

Because why wouldn't it be? You're not gonna get a car. [ Door closes ]

Okay, guys, stand by. [ Indistinct chatter ] Hey, man, I know Frank and

the network, they like to see sparks fly between us on-air, but can't we just agree

to disagree off-air? What do you say? Nah, bro, I don't think so.

[ Bell rings ] We just disagree on everything. Alright, here we go.

5... 4... 3... 2... Hey, I'm Alec Darby. Strap in.

It's time for "Hard Ballin'." What's up with Dad? Isn't he coming?

Oh, yeah, of course, sweetheart. I think he's just running

a little late. Hey, put your napkin on your lap.

Hey, there he is. Now we can get the deets on the big surprise.

Hey, kids. I'm sorry I'm late. Something came up.

What's up, Dad? I'm good. What's up, champ? Hi. Hey, Dad. [ Chuckles ]

Hey, princess. Hey, Madison. Can we talk for a minute?

Yeah, uh, of course. Alright, listen, you two.

Look at the menu, and you guys order something fun, okay? Alright.

Be right back. Right back. [ Indistinct chatter ]

[ Clears throat ] [ Quietly ] Look, I'm sorry, but I got an emergency.

[ Quietly ] Jake, no, not tonight. Madison, I got it.

I got it! Fab is booked on "Wake Up America."

[ Chuckles ] A spot opened up, and if we can get to L.A. by tomorrow and do

sound check and rehearsal, Fab will get her shot. So, you're running out on us.

No, no. No, don't... don't... don't you see?

This is it. This is the break I've been waiting for!

And once again, everything is more important than your family. Jake, those kids have been

waiting all night for you, for us! To tell them that we're

back together. I know. I know, baby. Alright, so how about you just

send her out tonight and then you'll join her tomorrow? Come on, Maddie.

You know how needy and fragile these creative types can be. I mean, Fab is already

a nervous wreck. I gotta fly there just to make sure she doesn't freak out

and blow the whole thing. Well, she's not my concern. Alright?

Chloe and Jackie are priority. What happened to, "I'm never letting you down again?"

What happened to that Jake? Come on. This could be the biggest moment

of her career. And mine, too. Tell me you understand.

Oh, I understand. I understand that you are your own priority.

You know that's not true. But what am I supposed to tell your children?

Once again, their dad left... [ Door creaks open ] [ Door closes ]

to take care of somebody else. I can't believe I fell for this.

But don't you see? This could be a game changer for all of us.

Jakey, baby, what are you doing? Don't we have a plane to catch?

Fab. Fab. What... What are you doing? I thought I told you to wait

in the car. I know, but you were talking so long, and I'm not missing

my big chance. Mm. Are you coming or not?

Listen, I told you to wait in the car. Can you please do that for me?

Okay? I'll be out there in a minute. Wait, who's this?

Cara Fab, please. Okay. Two minutes, Jake... Yes.

Or I leave without you. [ Exhales sharply ] Madison, I...

You were right. This is a game changer for all of us.

Good luck with the biggest moment of your career. Madison.

Do not... Just stop. L-Listen to me, Maddie.

[ Sighs ] >> Where's Dad?

[ Sighs ]

Dad. [ Inaudible ] Call me.

♪♪ Did you guys see anything that you want?

[ Rain pattering ] ♪♪

♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪

So, I put in an application at the library... Mm-hmm.

I had a second interview for a receptionist with construction company.

I haven't heard back but I have another interview at the mall tomorrow.

Okay! Well, that's great, Judy. I mean, at this rate, you're

gonna have a job any day now. [ Exhales sharply ] I hope so.

Oh, you will. I believe it. I'm so excited.

Excuse me one second. Oh. Okay.

Hi. Hey.

Well, what are you doing down here? Uh, well, you know,

I just remembered how good I felt last time I was here, so...

Doing good for other people has a way of lifting your spirits. Yeah. I understand.

I could use the lifting, myself. Well, "to whom much is given..."

"much is required."

So, I just came by to see if I could help out.

Oh. Yeah. I mean, we could certainly use

you around here. Good. You know, honestly, I was hoping

I could chat with you, as well. [ Indistinct chatter ] What's up?

Uh, well, last time we spoke, it was, uh, pretty acrimonious? Hmm.

And I just want to let you know... I heard you.

And Shelley and I are done. Really? [ Gunshot ]

What was that? Mom! Mom! What honey?

Come quick! It was Tasha! [ Breathing shakily ] Will somebody call

the ambulance! [ Crying ] Oh, my God, Tasha. Baby, I'm here.

[ Crying ] Mommy's here. Jackie, what happened?

Some kids were playing around with a gun and it went off on accident.

[ Crying ] And Tasha just dropped, and the people with the gun

kept running. Where's the ambulance?! Has anybody called

the ambulance?! I already called twice. I need something to tie off

her leg, come on. Here, use my shirt. [ Crying ]

Where is that damn ambulance? It hurts. [ Sobbing ]

There's a hospital around the corner. Come here. Come here.

Lift you up. [ Crying ] [ Grunts ]

[ Bell dinging ] [ Panting ]

Somebody help! She's been shot! She's been shot!

Are you okay, sweetie? It hurts! It hurts! Sir? Sir?

I'm gonna need to get some information from you, please. You're gonna be okay.

You're gonna be okay. Are you related to the patient?

No. No, no, no. She was just shot, uh, no ambulance came, so I just

got her here as quick as I could. Name?

Alec Darby. No, I meant the name of the patient.

Oh! Uh, uh, T-Tasha, I think? Last name, age? Uh, I don't know.

Look, she was laying in the street. I just got her here.

Okay. Where is she?! Is she okay?!

Calm down, miss. Calm down. Are you the young girl's mother? Yes. How is she?

[ Exhales deeply ] What did the doctor say? Is she gonna be alright?

They didn't say anything. They just took her back there. But she was conscious,

so thank God for that. Sweetheart, listen to me. Jackie, I'm sure they're gonna

do everything that they can, alright? Mr. Darby. Thanks.

You were something. You were like Superman the way you just picked up Tasha

and started running. [ Indistinct chatter ] Mr. Darby, is it?

Uh, Alec. Just call me Alec. Alec, I...

can't thank you enough. My Tasha might still be lying out there if it weren't for you.

[ Quietly ] Thank you. [ Exhales deeply ] It's alright.

♪♪ ♪♪ ♪♪

♪♪ Are you Tasha Halloway's family?

I'm her mother, yes. I'm Dr. Ramirez. Your daughter's gonna be fine.

It was just a flesh wound. Um, but it's good that you guys got here so quickly.

She was losing a lot of blood, so we do want to monitor her for a couple more days and, uh,

I anticipate a full and speedy recovery. [ Exhales sharply ]

Thank you. Thank you, doctor. Can I, uh... Can I see her?

Yes. Be aware, she's still a little groggy.

Hey, can I come, too? [ Inhales deeply ] I think that'll be fine.

[ Indistinct chatter ] Alec.

How can I ever thank you? Oh, you don't have

to thank me. Mr. Darby, don't go getting all modest on me now.

[ Chuckles ] You were extraordinary.

♪ Yeah, yeah ♪ ♪ Baby, you give me

something special ♪ [ Camera shutter clicking ] ♪ The type of thing

that you don't let go ♪ ♪ Oh ♪ ♪ And when I'm with you, girl ♪

♪ I'm with you all night ♪ ♪ Know what I give you, girl ♪ ♪ I give you what you like,

yeah ♪ ♪ Know that I ask, baby ♪ ♪ You know it's on sight ♪

♪ You know it's on sight ♪ ♪ You know it's on sight, yeah ♪ ♪ I got a whole lot of

questions for you ♪ ♪ How do you want it [indistinct] ♪

♪ I want to love you, girl ♪ ♪ Yes, I do ♪ ♪ Yes, I do ♪

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