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I think that's enough for one night.

You know what, girls?

Do you have boyfriends?

It's late.

Claudine, yes. Me, no.

When did we last have sex, darling?

- Wait for me outside. - If your man stops touching you,

something's wrong.

He's straying.

Beware of the handsome ones.

My cigarettes. I've run out of ciggies.

Get me some ciggies.

On the way back.

I've got some.

If you want...

Thanks.

Keep them.

You're very sweet.

What's your name again?

- Carole. - "Carole."

Oh, look who's here!

It's my cutie pie.

Come.

Come to Mummy.

Come.

What was wrong, Claudine?

Nothing serious.

I felt dizzy. And nauseous.

Otherwise, did it go okay?

Yes, yes.

Don't tell your parents

about what just happened.

I won't.

Can I count on your discretion?

You miscounted. That's a lot more than usual.

It's fine.

For the cigarettes.

Goodbye, Dr Lemaire.

To repeat myself, I was very impressed.

Thanks.

Your writing, the content,

your originality...

A first-rate job.

It was easy to write, I had so much material.

You certainly deserved your mark.

You must be one of the best in your class.

I think so, yes.

Here.

My grandparents say thanks.

They were pleased.

That's great.

My grandfather was...

Something happened when he saw his friend's photo.

He cried.

"His friend"?

Maurice Beauchesne.

He investigated the fire.

- Remember him? - It's vague.

But you must have dealt with him.

Yes, no doubt.

Yes, yes, yes.

If memory serves me correctly,

a policeman died investigating.

Yes, that's him.

He died in my grandfather's arms.

I don't quite follow you.

One evening, he and my grandfather were having a drink.

They left the bar

and his friend had a heart attack by his car.

He died in my grandfather's arms.

Ring a bell?

No.

I wanted to give you this.

It's a surprise party for my mother.

Marc is coming.

You don't have to pay anything.

You can even sleep there. In a room at The Inn.

A gift from my father.

It would be an honour if you accepted.

It's very kind.

Mum would be happy.

But no.

It's not my place.

FIRES

Bye. See you soon.

Bye. Take care.

Bye, Steph.

Bye, handsome.

She has no idea about next weekend.

Did I tell you

I invited Marc Lemaire's father.

He hasn't replied.

Did you tell Carole?

Next weekend, keep Friday night free.

- I'm bringing dinner. - We'll talk before then.

- I can't wait. - Same.

It's Marc Lemaire. I'll take it.

I expected your voicemail.

Sorry. I've been swamped.

- Nice to hear you. - I'm with Alex and Selena.

Hi, Marc!

Did you hear?

Yeah. Hi back to them.

We're buying appliances.

I can tell you're not at ease.

I got your message.

- After what happened... - 13 June suits for the solicitor.

Confirm in writing?

What shall we do before 13 June?

I don't know.

See you next at the solicitor's?

Yes, great, thanks.

Oh, a reminder: it's this Wednesday,

the gala at La Licorne.

It's at 7 pm.

If Mylene or you decide to come.

Right, great, thanks a lot. Goodbye.

Enjoy your Sunday.

Claudine and her parents

would love to see my father. - I'd be more comfortable with them.

Shall we see with Helene?

To switch topics, I bumped into Karim the other day.

That architect on La Licorne's board.

The gala's on Wednesday?

Yes, I wrote it down.

Are you going?

- Is it a problem if I go? - Of course not.

- You can look after your son. - Of course.

Of course.

I told Karim that if you didn't go, I would.

Not to waste the ticket.

Let me know.

I've met them once, but I don't know them.

I'll wipe the glasses.

It's not every day we have Champagne.

It'll be a long day. You should come.

Maybe just the afternoon.

We don't have to stay for dinner.

Good point.

I'm sure Claudine would be pleased to see Jacques.

I've no place there.

Claudine, the babysitter, I don't know her.

- You know her parents. - Not at all.

Recommended by friends.

But it'd be fun, wouldn't it?

Yeah, right. Just see me arriving.

She'll wonder what's going on.

- The Champagne. - Look, baby, bubbles.

Right. Well...

I think it's the right moment.

Helene and I have some good news to announce.

An overseas trip?

Yes and no.

Over to you, Helene.

I must admit, I'm emotional.

Jacques proposed to me.

Congratulations.

Grandad's getting married.

That's great news.

Italian

Stelkar is proud to be the most faithful partner

of La Licorne for over 25 years.

United by unwavering mutual support

and steadfast solidarity,

we can say that La Licorne and Stelkar

form, in many ways, an old couple.

I won't monopolise the stage.

You can't wait to hear these amazing actors

talk love to us.

After the show, please make your way to the foyer,

where you're invited for drinks and nibbles.

I wish you all an excellent evening.

"When will you

"finally say it?"

"I just can't."

"Try."

"My feelings for you are stronger than for Lydie-Anne."

"It was as if you'd learnt new words.

"What's that called?"

"I love you, Vallier."

"I love you, Simon."

- Mission accomplished. - We're good.

110 000!

- Hi. - Good evening.

- Mylene changed her mind? - End of year.

She's got marking up to her eyeballs.

Marc told us you babysat him when he was a kid.

It's funny to meet up after all these years.

Life's lovely surprises.

It's funny.

You forget our parents had a life before us.

Before they met.

I know.

He killed himself over Mum?

Yes, apparently.

That's rough.

We're deleting that one.

Better that way.

I'm going to bed.

Come and see.

It's cool, eh?

Claudine, Rebel? When?

She's changed a bit since then.

Memories!

- I think Mum will be moved. - Definitely.

So, that's basically how it will look.

Okay. That's great.

- Good night. - Good night.

Don't stay up too late.

It's so weird, all this.

What?

The doctor's wife died on the night of 22 and 23 June,

Pops' friend who was investigating the Lemaire's fire

had a heart attack, died,

and Jean Forget committed suicide that August...

And Pops had a stroke.

It's all so intense.

My first was 1987. I'd just moved to Montreal.

My first Quebecois play. I knew nothing about it.

An enigmatic title.

Lilies!

It bowled me over!

It's a major work.

Because it's about love.

To love.

To love.

I'm far from bored, my friends...

- The night is young. - Tomorrow's a big day.

Take the day off. One more glass.

- I'm going too. - Executives' curse.

We're leaving too.

It's been 2 years at the theatre!

I knew you had a country house, but I can't believe it.

Their house is in St-Damien, near our cottage.

Half an hour away.

A wee bit more.

Barely.

Drop by this weekend, with Remi.

Very kind, but I'm with my sister.

A girls' day.

Spa, massage, the works.

You have to come, we'd love it.

Call me anytime.

Thank you.

- Is your car far? - Two blocks down.

- We'll walk you. - No.

- It's on my way. - No need.

Marc will. Can't let the first lady

of Stelkar be alone in the city.

Good night. Off we go...

Sweet dreams.

Thanks again.

To think their house

is in St-Damien.

How long have you known Karim?

Since he joined the board with me.

They're so lovely, those two.

Yes, a great couple.

I'm pleased you came.

The sky is taunting us.

Which film?

My father used to say it.

Is it an expression?

Yes.

What does it mean?

I thought of it last Wednesday.

What would have happened if Steph hadn't come?

The sky is taunting us.

Exactly.

You know, in a French film,

the man would stop outside the hotel, look at the woman,

they'd silently agree and enter the hotel.

In an American film,

the woman would want to accept,

resist the whole film, and at the end,

she'd see her life pass before her...

and decide not to go in.

We don't have to.

No, it's not that.

I don't know...

Apart from Remi...

From Marc: It was magical! You complete me.

Good morning.

- You stayed up late? - Yes.

And I'm getting old.

- Did it go well? - Yes, yes.

We were aiming for 100 000 this year and we got more.

- Was Marc's wife there? - No, no.

He came, in the end.

In good form?

We joined the whole theatre gang afterwards.

Architect, Karim Lahoud,

and his partner. So charming and cultivated.

I learned something.

- Know where their house is? - No, but you'll tell me.

- Saint-Damien. - Next-door.

Yeah, I had no idea.

A poached egg?

Yes.

Alright then.

- Hello? - Stephanie?

- Yes. - Hello, it's Francine Forget.

I recognised you.

This might seem strange, but...

What's your address? I want to deliver something

to your mother. - Yes.

I'm ready.

The rubbish bins?

Herve, no pocket money for you this week, baby.

Sorry.

I spoke to Fatima's mother yesterday, no problem.

You can spend the weekend there.

Right. Feel better now? You'll be able to sleep?

- What time's your film tomorrow? - Around 7 pm.

Why?

Just wondering.

Are you okay?

Take a gift for her mother.

Some flowers?

Awesome.

When it was their scene, the actors took their places

and they had their scripts. They just read.

I thought it was fascinating:

it left everything up to our imaginations.

- You stayed until 1 am? - Yes.

Karim didn't stop talking.

He's very interesting.

He's invited us to his place a few times.

"Come see us, with your wife and kid, the house..."

It'd be fun to go. It must be stunning.

Claudine Grenier too?

- What? - Did she stay with you?

Claudine? Well, look...

She left well before us.

At least, I think she did.

Not that long before us.

Before us.

- It's me. - You okay?

I could be better.

- What's going on? - I had a week from hell.

Because of the gala, I was late for work.

Let's postpone this weekend. Okay, my adorable sister?

No, no, no. You can't do that to me.

Brace yourself.

What is it?

My loving sister wants to cancel this weekend.

- What? - I'm telling you!

She's too busy, has to catch up at work.

She even cancelled the spa.

Bloody hell!

Well, send a message to everyone.

- Someone will think of something. - You're right.

Orange alert.

Listen to this!

Message from Steph.

"Orange alert: Mum cancelled Saturday, Carole, the spa...

"We're up shit creek."

- She guessed our plans. - You think?

It's obvious.

Are you kidding me?

Last night?

- Go on, spill the beans. - I...

- There are no words. - Where, when, how?

After the gala at La Licorne...

- I don't believe it. - What did she do to you?

- It was... - That good?

She's a real woman.

I don't know what happened. A first for me.

I can't see you like this.

I've never experienced anything so intense in my life.

- It's not normal. - No. It's totally insane.

I can't imagine it not happening again.

- But you got what you wanted. - This is more than a fling.

- But, Marc! - Forget it. You don't understand.

No, you did it, Marc. It's over.

Come back down. Land.

Why?

Your wife and child.

Hi.

Great to hear your voice. Okay?

Yes.

I'm a bit tired.

Me too.

In fact...

I didn't sleep at all.

Let's just say, I can't concentrate.

I don't know if it's the same for you...

Orange alert

it's not easy.

I wanted to say, it was...

really wonderful last night.

Yes.

Still going to the cottage?

How did you know?

I drink up your every word.

In fact,

Remi's going tomorrow night.

Not you?

Since the kids are away this weekend,

do you have plans?

Um, look...

my in-laws are descending on us this weekend.

I have to play the kind organiser.

I know how it is.

I imagine.

Right...

I would have loved to do something else, but...

Okay then, back to work.

Yes.

If we don't speak, have a great weekend.

Yeah, you too.

Kiss.

Steph? It's Marc. What happened?

Alex is leaving home,

Steph's finishing middle school, 50th...

It's all happening at once.

50 is a time to take stock.

Yes.

Soon you'll have time for yourself. Just for you.

Which you've never had.

With Remi. Isn't that wonderful?

Before I forget...

I've got your...

theatre tickets.

- How much do I owe you? - Nothing. They're complimentary.

From Stephanie: Orange alert

Okay?

Yes.

Are you sure?

I'll ask Lise to come along. She needs a night out.

Why? Is she down?

The separation's hard on her.

Didn't you know?

- Lise Bergevin? - He left her for someone younger.

She's not even 30.

She's struggling a bit.

I told her: "It's easier the 2nd time."

Luckily, she's got you.

No, stop it.

Do you know many couples that go the distance?

How long for you two?

28 years.

Wow, well done you. That's amazing. 28 ans!

It is amazing.

She's already not very keen,

she doesn't want to do the return trip alone with Herve.

How do you know your plan will work?

At worst, you go there and back. Leave whenever.

I'll be with my wife and kid.

She cancelled on her sister. Why not visit Karim's house?

I'll try. I've got nothing to lose.

Check with her husband. If it works, I'll come.

Good!

You're a great man.

I'll keep you posted.

I'll say I have a client near Karim.

Sorry, I won't be long.

I'll visit their house. They keep inviting us.

I'll ask her to come with me.

It'll never happen.

She cancelled her sister, I doubt she'll accept.

I'll use my real estate powers of persuasion.

At this point, we'll try...

Go for it, Marco.

But Mylene and Herve?

If it works, my father can take them.

Awesome. They'll stay for dinner.

- It's her. - I'll call her. Bye.

Fingers crossed.

- When do you get back? - On Sunday.

Hi!

Hi!

Looks like a family meeting.

Waiting for you.

Early night for me.

- A nice tuna salad sound good? - Perfect, thanks.

I spoke to Carole. Cancelled the weekend.

"Cancelled"?

Given the week I've had, the gala, it's just too much.

I've seen enough people.

Who's that?

Marc Lemaire.

- Not taking it? - No.

- Still no news? - Marc's plan isn't a hit.

What do we do if...

At worst, we cancel it all and to hell with the surprise.

- Your father's ready. - Right.

Hi, Claudine.

Good evening.

Can we talk?

Yeah, yeah. It's fine.

Got my message?

Yes.

Was I clear?

Yes. But your in-laws?

They know it comes with my job.

Sometimes, I have to work when they visit.

What do you say? I negotiated till 2.30 pm.

Pick me up at the cottage?

Yes. Around 10.30 - 11 am.

We'll visit Karim. The drive there and back

is ours, together.

I really want to see you.

It'd be good to talk.

- Want to talk to Remi first? - No.

- Okay. It's good.

I'll call Karim. Send your address?

Yes, right away.

I wish it was Sunday already.

That looks great.

Selena is a lucky woman.

I just spoke to Marc Lemaire.

He suggested something fun on Saturday.

What?

Visit Karim, the architect.

Remember? I mentioned him.

I know who Karim is, he renovated La Licorne.

Goodness me!

When you talk, I listen.

Marc knows him. He's been wanting to show us his house.

He asked again at Wednesday's gala.

Not sure what to do.

Well, it's up to you.

Are you tempted?

Yes, I'm really curious to see his house.

Why not? It won't take all day.

True. It won't take long.

He'll swing by the cottage at 11 am.

He has to be in Montreal

at 2 pm.

Go ahead. I'll be tinkering about.

You haven't seen too many people?

She's joking, Mum.

Isn't that good?

Just a sec.

Your favourite.

Yes, Steph?

It worked. Marc will collect her to visit a friend's house.

And return her at 2 pm.

- Good! - I'm so relieved, I can tell you.

And it's brilliant,

Marc's father, Dr Lemaire,

will accompany Marc's wife and son.

So, they'll stay for dinner.

Are you there?

Lots of people. Your table will be a squeeze.

We'll add a table. Only 5 of them. They won't be like sardines.

Good. I'm so happy. Let the party begin! Goodnight.

Yes.

It didn't work?

She invited Dr Lemaire.

It's going to be sunny all weekend. It's wonderful.

Saturday is Claudine's birthday.

It's her day. Just for her.

It'll be nice.

But she's still got a nerve.

My sister cancels on me, on the pretext of resting,

having peace.

Instead, she's seeing an architect friend with Marc Lemaire.

Careful, I'm rinsing.

It won't take long.

It isn't too hot. Come on, lean forward.

We'll wash off those bubbles.

From Marc Lemaire: I'll be there at 11 am.

Marc: I'll be on time. Can't wait to see you!

Marc Lemaire?

Yes.

- Hey! Marc! - Hi, hi!

- It's beautiful here. - Thanks. Okay?

- Yes. - Come, I'll show you around.

We don't have much time. Mustn't keep Karim waiting.

At least have a look at the lake.

After, maybe?

- Okay. That's fine. - Good.

- Have fun!

Let's go! They've left.

It's beautiful. It's such a lovely area!

You're lucky. And with the lake too...

- Did the visit go well earlier? - Yes, it was good.

My clients want Victorian.

Different from Karim's.

Pleased to see you.

I don't know about you, but...

I couldn't wait to see you.

It's been so long.

Hello.

Hello, Pops.

Hi, Grandad.

Your juice.

Thanks for the great tour. It's really amazing.

- Thank you. - Another coffee?

No, thanks. We have to get going.

No. So soon? That's disappointing.

We're planning a dinner this summer.

You too, come see us anytime.

It's not as nice as this, but we've got a lake.

It's stunning!

Everything's showcased.

Without being ostentatious.

- It could be cold... - Yes, but...

it's quite the opposite.

They invested in it. The house is there.

I want you.

- This is Marc's father. - A pleasure. My partner, Helene.

You met before?

- Yes. - No.

- Claudine will be surprised. - We're not staying.

- We came to drop off Mylene. - At least stay until Mum gets here.

After that, you can do what you want.

How could we resist?

- Want to stay? - It's up to you.

If the Lord wanted us here, it was to enjoy the party,

with joy and jubilation.

You decide.

Okay, then. We'll leave before dinner.

Jean, are you there?

Jean?

No!

Why did Jean see you? Because he was gay?

- It's possible. - "It's possible"?

Do you know what it's like

to find your brother hanged in his room?

It's possible?

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