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Morning, partner.

Mm, I just love the smell of freshly brewed coffee.

Pour me one, will you?

I'm in the mood for a steaming hot cup of Joey.

I wasn't aware we had a meeting scheduled this morning.

We didn't.

What I came to say needs to stay off the books.

Oh, Nicole Dupree, as I live and breathe.

No, please stop. I'm the one who should

be grateful that you could squeeze me in.

I'm sure this week is prime time for your business.

Mm. Valentine's Day is basically our Christmas.

I'm sure Heart Attach

gives a whole new meaning to "Jingle Bells."

[chuckles] Absolutely.

The marrieds typically like to stick close to home

and do the chocolate, flowers, dinner routine,

but the singles need and deserve

their own kind of companionship.

Which you happily provide.

One of my greatest joys.

What about you?

How are you celebrating the day of love?

Ah, things are still unfolding.

Don't fret.

Carlton seems like the romantic type.

I'm sure he's got a big, beautiful,

grand gesture in the plans.

I...

have no doubt that Carlton is not in the mood

to shower me with affection,

especially after seeing me out with Kial yesterday.

Uh-oh. Is he the jealous type?

With reason.

Like the scorching-hot kiss he witnessed.

Oh. Between you and...

Kial.

That could ignite

any type of jealousy.

While I am so here

for you locking lips with that gorgeous man,

I'm sure it put a damper on things.

For me, not at all.

But for Carlton...

...without a doubt.

-Good morning, Doctor. -Why is Mrs. Pruitt

still complaining about lingering pain?

Did you not give her the hydrocodone that I ordered?

I did.

Mrs. Pruitt likes to cry wolf

so she can hoard pain pills for later.

I already clocked her.

Tablet.

Just keep an eye on the patient, please.

I have another surgery at 10:00. Make sure it's in O.R. Three.

Yeah, I-I'll check on Mrs. Pruitt.

She's slick, but she's hilarious.

Did she ever tell you the story about the time...

And the O.R.?

I will try to get it reserved for you.

Just do your job and handle it, Nurse.

Whoa. What's your problem, Carlton?

Oh, now, this is funny. You think you can step to me

-just because you and Shanice... -My man. My man.

Do not finish that sentence.

Let me holler at you. Now.

♪ ♪

Good morning. You got the summons, too?

Yep. "Meeting in my office when I arrive."

Ominous.

Has he mentioned anything to you about Hayley?

Uh, yeah. She's out of the hospital and recovering.

They're staying at a hotel until they get

the security updated at the house.

I can't believe she was mugged.

You always think it can never happen to you.

Hmm. Bill probably just wants to know

what he's missed since he's been out.

I get a barrage of texts from that man every day

asking me to order this and follow up on that.

So let me translate this morning's message for you.

He's pissed.

Hmm. Guess we'd better brace ourselves.

Is that bacon I smell?

Yeah. Yeah, we have bacon, scrambled eggs.

And waffles.

Yeah, I just decided to get the whole spread for you.

And don't worry, I didn't sneak a bite.

I'm still sticking to my...

delicious elimination diet.

-Oh. Thank you, baby. -You're welcome.

Let me see.

How you feeling?

It-it hurts like hell.

But... I'm okay.

-I'm strong. -Yes, you are.

You know, getting hit in the face is like

my yearly penance for living behind the gates.

First Dani, now this.

Mm, yeah. Not funny.

So, did you sleep all right?

I slept like a baby

with your arms wrapped around me all night.

You know, it's nothing like having

my loving husband here to protect me.

I can't believe it-it happened at all.

Like, I was so scared, Bill.

Thank God I have you here to help me through this.

Yeah.

Yeah, you don't have to worry anymore, okay?

You're safe now. I'm right here.

There's nowhere else in the world I'd rather be.

Well, if you've gotten yourself into trouble,

I'm sorry, but I don't think I could be

-of any help. -Ah, you and I both know

that I'm more than capable of getting out of harm's way.

I need help with a private matter.

Then I suggest you reach out to a trusted friend.

Hmm. Funny you mention "friend."

Marcel Malone. Is he one of yours?

The detective?

I know him about as well as I know

any other cop in this town.

Which is well, I presume,

given your line of business collaborators.

No, my interactions with the boys in blue

around here usually involve them hauling me in

and trying to pin someone else's crime on me.

Dang.

I was hoping you'd have more insight for me.

I know. I'm such a disappointment.

But please feel free to show yourself out.

I shouldn't have to remind you that speaking

to anyone on our staff like that is beyond inappropriate.

What the hell's gotten into you?

You're right. I'll apologize.

It's already been a long day, and I had an even longer night.

Okay, I don't want to know what you and Nicole do after hours.

Not that it is any of your business,

but I wasn't with Nicole last night.

Seems she had other plans.

You want to talk about it?

-Absolutely not. -Thank God.

Look, if you're tired

or you're not in the right head space,

-I can scrub in for you. -If I couldn't do my job,

I wouldn't have come to work.

Okay? I'm annoyed, not reckless.

And I would never put my patients in harm's way.

Situations like that bring out

every ounce of testosterone in guys.

It's like they suddenly regress to cavemen.

Not Kial.

He wasn't fazed in the least.

We talked and danced...

and then retreated back to my place for some privacy.

Privacy to...

[laughs]

Let's just say that man is multitalented.

I knew it!

You know how some people can sense weather patterns?

They get a feeling in their knee and know a rainstorm is coming?

Me, I can sense whether a man is skilled in the art

of satisfying a woman.

Just one of your many, many talents?

Precisely.

And right now, I'm detecting a hint of remorse.

Don't get me wrong,

I enjoyed every second with Kial.

But Carlton has been nothing but forthcoming with his feelings,

and he was really stung when he saw me with another man.

Shouldn't I feel bad about that?

What do you want from Carlton?

Or Kial, or anyone else, for that matter?

The freedom to explore this awakening.

I want to take time with this new version of myself.

And it's not like I haven't been honest about my intentions.

Then you have no reason to feel even a shred of guilt.

You deserve to step fully into Nicole 2.0

and enjoy every part of her.

Have fun. That's how I live.

I'm perfectly capable of defending myself, you know?

I know.

But thank you.

Carlton's feeling a way because he walked in on

Nicole and Kial on their date last night.

Oh, so that's why he's in his head.

Yeah. She seems to have that effect on men.

Wouldn't you agree?

Babe, I would love to stay longer,

but I really have to get to the office.

Yeah, you've got that deposition today.

Don't worry, I will be fine.

Okay, good.

But I already called hotel security.

They're on high alert.

And I'm going to ask Caroline to come sit with you, too.

Uh, no, you're not. She'll be busy today, too.

Besides, babysitting isn't in her job description, babe.

Okay. Well, why don't you just

come to the office with me, then?

Bill, look at my face.

I am not going anywhere near the public

until this goes down a bit. No.

Still the most beautiful woman I've ever seen.

Aw. Hubby points for you,

but we both know you're lying.

-[chuckles] -Seriously, now,

I am fine, okay?

I'm just gonna put on a little Cardi B,

take a good hot bubble bath,

then I promise to check in.

Does that help?

Okay, well, I'll be waiting for your text

every hour on the hour.

-Okay? Okay. -Okay.

-Bye, baby. -Bye.

♪ ♪

[line ringing]

Hey.

I'm at the Bowman, room 917.

Can you get here?

No, I am not doing this on the phone. Hurry up.

Okay? And use the service entrance.

All right. Bye.

Sheesh. You got knocked...

Shut up. Did anyone see you?

Nah, I used the service entrance like you said.

Good, good.

You really got to give your coz more credit.

I did lay low from Joey for months

without him even knowing I was in town, remember?

Now, what happened to your face?

It was tragic. Really.

I was mugged.

Exactly. See, I thought so,

but now I know for sure.

So what's your next move?

Excuse me?

You can't play a player, all right?

You were worried that you were losing Bill's attention,

and this is your way of getting it back.

Now, big ups to you for thinking outside the box.

Listen, all I know is I better be on a ballot

for next year's Oscars because I've been on my Viola Davis.

That fool has no clue.

Caroline, what do I need to know before this Dunlop deposition?

It's all right there in those envelopes, boss.

The documents you requested just arrived from the court.

Tomas, why did I get a notification

you filed for an extension on the Morris case?

There was an issue with Mrs. Aldrich.

She needed an emergency TRO, so I had to set Morris aside.

I spoke with opposing counsel, though,

and they were fine with it.

Well, I'm not fine with it.

Yes, sir. Moving it back to priority one.

Bill, I know there's a lot going on today,

but I wanted to ask about Hayley.

We've all been worried.

My wife was attacked, and the coward who did it

is still out there somewhere, so how do you think she is?

Well, just let me know if there's anything I can do.

Same goes for me, Bill.

Anything at all. We're so sorry it happened.

Yeah. Me, too.

So what you're saying is

I am not a ho for juggling two men?

Have you met me? Better yet, have you met you?

That is not a word I'd ever use to describe my friend.

Honestly, me, either.

But I had a discussion with Kat about it.

Ah, the sting of a daughter's disapproval.

There is nothing wrong with sex positivity.

Still, I can't

shake this feeling that all eyes are on me.

We live in a community that judges everything

from the shoes on your feet

to the type of car your assistant drives.

So what if Carlton fills your emotional tank

and Kial matches your freak?

It's no one's business except the consenting adults involved.

Ah. If only everyone in Fairmont Crest

was as supportive as you, my friend.

Don't get it twisted, plenty of those same people

hold double memberships with Heart Attach.

We'd all be a lot better off if we just

stopped judging and focused on our own happiness.

Amen.

Thank you, Vanessa.

You have been more gracious to me than I was with you

when you first started your relationship with Joey.

He has a reputation.

You wouldn't have been a good friend

if you didn't show some concern.

Now, don't waste another brain cell

on those tired old gossips.

You just keep being the brilliant, sexy,

confident woman you've always been.

Is there something I can help you with, Dr. Richardson?

Yes, there is.

I assume your, uh, shift started early.

-Hmm? -It did.

So that means you're due for a break.

I had a big breakfast and I wore comfy shoes today,

so I think I'm good.

[sighs] Come on, Shanice.

I'm trying here.

We really need to discuss what happened the other night.

First, I want you to know

I confronted Dana about that ridiculous stunt.

Hmm. And what did she have to say about Pantygate?

It doesn't matter.

I just made it clear she was being childish and pathetic,

and whatever she hoped to achieve backfired

because neither one of us fell for her scheme.

Okay, I'm glad you got to tell her that,

but you do realize Leslie was not the problem, right?

Uh, she was trying to drive a wedge between us

by implying I was sleeping with her.

I have learned to believe nothing that woman says.

The real issue was your reaction to seeing Nicole out on a date.

H-H-How was I supposed to feel, knowing that you were that upset

by seeing her out and sexy with a new man?

Again, I'm sorry.

I wasn't expecting it, and I didn't respond well.

Proving my point, Ted.

And even if you feel like you are ready to move on,

I cannot force the timeline of your healing.

I dated a man once in college who swore to me

he was ready to move on from his ex.

But every time he ran into her, he just... he just locked up.

Like-like his brain short-circuited.

Everything else in the room disappeared to him,

including me.

And I will not put myself through that again.

Nor should you.

I don't take you for granted, Shanice.

I want you to believe that.

I should apologize, too.

I shouldn't have run out like that.

I-I let my emotions get the best of me.

Well...

...glad we can come to an understanding

like mature adults.

There I disagree. Emotion is good.

It means you care, and so do I.

I think we're building something special, Shanice,

and I want to fight for it.

And you.

I encourage you to look at this next chapter as...

an adventure of self-discovery.

-Well said. -Thank you.

Are you sure you didn't go get board certified behind my back?

I'm far from a licensed professional,

but I have experience that's taught me some things.

It's no secret Doug and I had an arrangement.

When Donnell and Deanna left for college,

things changed between us.

I see relationship dynamics change all of the time

with empty-nesters.

Doug's mistress was the hospital.

He threw himself into work, which I now know was

his way of digging himself out of debt

because of his second mistress, gambling.

But that left me to service my needs in my own way.

Did you primarily connect with people through the service?

Yes.

Heart Attach was a wonderful starting point,

but I also stayed open to the present.

If I met someone at a business mixer

or a restaurant and we hit it off,

I let us hit it off.

I was discreet, of course, but...

I stayed open to the possibilities.

I encourage you to do the same.

Oh, I am...

having my fill with two men.

Not sure I can add any more to my plate.

Don't knock it till you've tried it.

And you should.

Try it all until you feel like you've had enough.

How do I know when that is?

You'll meet one person

who doesn't just check off a single box.

They'll complete the list.

Is that what you found with Joey?

It is.

You've both been in the area for a long time.

So what did Marcel do before he became a cop?

Oh, come on, Joey. You are killing me here.

How am I supposed to suss out if he's suitable

to be my boo without this information?

You're using me as reconnaissance

because you want to go on a date?

Yeah, I mean, before I go any further,

I need to be prepared. Hey.

What's his soon-to-be ex-wife like?

How the hell do I know?

And why would I care about your love life

in the first place?

I'm gonna ask you a question, Leslie,

and I'm only gonna ask it once,

and I strongly encourage you to consider your response.

Why are you asking me about Detective Malone?

And remember,

your answer better be the truth.

When I got to the hospital

and saw the condition Hayley was in...

man, I was beside myself

because she tried to call me and I missed it.

You can't blame yourself.

This is no one's fault but that maniac

who cared more about a few bucks than human life.

Yeah, but if I was with her,

it would have never happened, period.

I'm just grateful she wasn't alone.

You know, I don't want to think about what could have happened.

-Who was she with? -Lynette.

And thank God she was,

'cause Lynette got the guy to run off,

and then she took Hayley to the hospital.

Lynette Wise?

Yeah, the woman we're representing

in the embezzlement case.

What were they doing together?

RANDY: That looks almost as real

as when Big G laid me out in the tenth grade

for taking his girl to the drive-in.

That's because it is real, and it still hurts,

so back up. Dang.

Nah, don't even try.

There's no way you could have done that to yourself.

I didn't.

So, who...

Hayley, why?

Lynette was more than happy to lend a hand.

Or a fist, I suppose.

I bet. So, let me ask you something.

When she hit you, did she knock

all of the damn sense out of your head, too?

Chill out, Mr. High Roller.

Paranoia doesn't suit you.

I really am curious about Marcel's past,

so if you have any intel on his soon-to-be ex,

that would be even better.

Hmm. You are telling the truth.

Oh, God, I am surrounded by idiots in this town, all right?

I came to you because you are one of the few

that has an actual brain.

And a long list of connections.

I feel like I've been sucked into a circle of hell

I never knew existed.

Wait, please.

I need to talk to someone,

anyone other than my daughter, okay?

I mean, it's no secret

that I don't have many friends here.

You know, I think you would probably benefit

from speaking with a good therapist.

In fact, I could recommend one.

Oh, but you burned that bridge

when you slept with her husband and blew up their marriage.

[chuckles] See?

I came to the right person.

You bite.

Like me.

We're kindred spirits, Mr. Armstrong.

Kindred.

Am I interrupting something?

Was Hayley meeting with Lynette on behalf of the firm?

Yeah, she was delivering the papers stating that

we're doing Lynette's case pro bono.

-In person? -Mm-hmm.

Just wanted to be nice, helping out.

And then, on the way back to the car,

Hayley was mugged and Lynette called the police.

It was horrifying for both of them.

God. I can't imagine.

Mm-hmm. Which brings me to you.

Why was Hayley delivering documents in the first place?

I don't care how much she wants to help.

My wife is not the office errand girl.

Do you understand?

-Understood. -Good.

Now that we're all on the same page,

I need to get set up in the conference room.

♪ ♪

I would think a junior partner would know this,

but in this office, documents are delivered

via messenger to ensure a clear record.

I'm fully aware of protocol.

I had Lynette's paperwork on my desk

ready for the courier to pick it up.

I thought you were scheduling that.

We both got our wires crossed.

And Hayley took it upon herself to handle it

without informing either of us.

Is that not strange to you?

It's like you've forgotten every rule in the book.

You made it, coz.

You got the big house behind the gates.

And then what do you do?

You go and invite the one thing that we are

trying to get away from back to your front steps.

You are wrong about her.

And you are being played by her.

Lynette is and will forever be about Lynette.

You say that now, but a few weeks ago, you were...

A few weeks ago, our plan was on track, and she wasn't in it.

What have you done for me lately, huh?

Every day, Bill is drifting closer and closer

to that old witch.

I needed his focus back on me, and Lynette had a plan.

And what do you know? It worked.

Why can't you ever just be patient?

First, you take it upon yourself

to up the dose without consulting me.

-And then you go and get... -About that.

Uh...

I didn't tell you, but...

Bill ended up seeing the doctor sooner than planned.

His labs came back abnormal.

[sighs]

Coz.

Listen, we are not in trouble, okay?

Like I was saying, the labs came back abnormal,

but the toxins didn't show.

They just want to monitor him to make sure it evens out.

They think it's an allergic reaction.

Let me guess, you went and told Lynette.

-Hell no. I'm not stupid. -[scoffs]

And before you go off the deep end,

I stopped spiking his tea.

Okay? The numbers are going to level out,

and we'll be perfectly in the clear.

So, let me get this straight.

Not only do we have to worry about abnormal labs,

but now you got the damn chief of police

tracking down your mugger,

and we know Bill is not gonna let that ride.

Let me worry about my husband's preoccupations, okay?

Already bad.

And then you go and kick the door wide open

for the best grifter of us all.

If she had to, Lynette would sell her own mother

down the river.

Okay, well, Lynette's mother was an abusive piece of trash,

so I can't really blame her.

Exactly. Lynette grew up fast.

She had to learn the game to survive.

Can you really trust somebody like that?

I really want to.

Bet.

Then that will be your $10 million mistake.

Oh, Leslie here had a few questions,

but unfortunately,

I wasn't able to help.

Oh, what a shame.

Let me see if I can give her some guidance.

Be my guest.

I assume you're here on clinic business?

-Is that a question? -Because if not,

I'd strongly advise you to reconsider

popping by unsolicited.

How many times have I told you I work with Joey?

Only Joey.

Working with Joey means working with me.

Ooh, child, a tale as old as time.

[chuckles] Wannabes sticking their necks out too far?

Insecure women who can't handle having sexy men.

Relax, Miss Thang.

I have my sights on another power player.

[chuckles]

Ciao.

It killed me the other night when you said

you felt like a consolation prize.

Yes, I am adjusting to life after Nicole,

but let me be clear,

you are the only woman that I want.

And that's not just something I'm saying

or trying to convince myself of.

It's a fact.

There's a guiding wisdom

that fills you and a light that surrounds you.

I couldn't help but think about it

after you left the other night.

Whether you're making me laugh at Orphey Gene's

or you're running the floor like a drill sergeant

for your patients,

I am constantly in awe of you.

And I would like another chance to show you how I feel.

Can you give me another chance, Shanice?

Is that a yes?

[laughs]

How did you expect me to respond

from something out of a love song?

Hmm. Um,

Luther or Babyface?

Mm. Old Luther.

-Mm. -You know, you two kind of

favor each other if you shake your head

a little bit and squint out of one eye.

-Oh, you got jokes, huh? -[laughs]

That was beautiful.

Really.

Now, this drill sergeant has to get back to work.

Mm. Mm-hmm.

[knock on door]

Come in.

I hope this is not a bad time.

No, actually, I was just about to head out.

It's good seeing you, Nicole.

And you, too.

Everything all right?

Everything is... wonderful.

I just needed to see you to set something straight.

You're being nitpicky. Hayley works here.

It's fine for her to connect with clients from time to time.

Do you remember the Robinson case?

A while back.

It was a basic hit-and-run until Bill proved it wasn't.

Yeah, I do.

Mrs. Robinson took to Hayley for some reason.

She kept inviting her to lunches

and only wanted to work directly with her,

even though Hayley wasn't an attorney.

Mm. And you remember Hayley's response to that?

She was adamant about following proper procedure,

didn't want to do anything that could get remotely misconstrued.

But she hadn't been working here that long.

She was dying to prove her integrity.

So integrity goes out the window

once you've proven yourself or married the boss?

What exactly are you accusing her of?

Nothing.

Not really.

Something just seems off.

First, she convinces the boss to take the case pro bono.

My case.

Why? We'll probably never know.

[scoffs]

Wait a second.

This is about your billable hours?

You having to take on another case

to make up for this one?

Please don't tell me you're complaining about

having to do your job.

I have no problem putting in the work.

I'm not the one who was gifted a brand-new Mercedes

just because.

And I'm not the one who got handed a junior partnership

when someone like Pauline actually deserved it.

Too bad Kat doesn't have an affinity for women, huh?

Look, we've gotten off track.

We've both earned our place here.

All I'm saying is think about it.

Hayley has lobbied for this woman

and has now put herself in danger because of it.

And now you're blaming Hayley for getting robbed?

No, that's not my point.

She just seems way more invested than usual.

I know you see it.

You'd think this place was Fort Knox

with how much it took to get in.

[sighs]

Thanks for calling down and giving them the okay.

Mm-hmm. Make yourself comfortable.

Mm-hmm.

Wow.

Well, forgive me for acting like I've never

seen a nice place before.

You just keep hitting the jackpot.

[chuckles]

This place is so much nicer than where I am.

So what's up? What brings you by, girl?

I just came to check on you.

And to bring my engagement ring back?

Oh, that beautiful rock is nice and safe.

Just consider it my commission

for bringing you and your marriage back together.

If that man saw that you had your ring back,

our whole plan would be blown.

Duh.

Anyways, how are you?

-Just feeling a little pain. -Mm-hmm.

But I will say,

Bill has been the perfect doting husband ever since.

See? I told you I knew what I was talking about.

Am I great?

[grunting rhythmically]

Or am I great?

Great, because that punch hurt.

Consider us even from when we ran this as kids.

Girl, not even close.

What'd you do? Drop-kick her out of here?

I couldn't help but notice that subtle hue

of emerald in your eyes.

Me? Jealous of Leslie?

Well, she does have a reputation

when it comes to men that are already spoken for.

But I got to admit,

I loved seeing you get territorial.

Maybe I was a little caught off guard.

I never should have unleashed that wild rabbit onto you.

No, Leslie Thomas is nothing I can't handle.

And she's taken way too much of my morning.

So, Valentine's Day.

What do you say? You, me,

a bottle of '61 Dom,

out on the town?

That's so sweet.

But I've been working so much

between my listings and the service.

I was looking forward to a quiet night in.

I even have a few thoughts on how we can celebrate.

Are you sure?

I'm positive.

I want us in our own little bubble.

Let me surprise you.

You trust me, right?

Always.

Then put yourself in my hands.

I promise to give you a night you'll never forget.

When I was out with Carlton and ran into you and Shanice,

it was awkward, sure.

That's to be expected as we navigate these new waters.

But when you bumped into me with Kial,

you had a much different reaction.

I was surprised, uh...

By my new empowered look, you mean?

Well, yeah. I'm used to seeing you

more polished and less...

That is exactly why I'm here.

You don't get to judge me.

Not after everything that we have been through.

-Hmm. -I am no longer

yours for you to be concerned with,

and I would really appreciate it

if you kept your disapproval to yourself

because neither is wanted nor needed.

Well, I'm sorry I gave you that impression.

I wasn't judging you. I was shocked.

But I can assure you,

I have no intention of standing in your way.

Good.

I would like to think that we could get along

for the sake of our kids and our grandchildren.

Mm-hmm.

So that means that you will accept

whatever I wear and whomever I date

because it is my choice and mine alone.

You'll get no argument from me.

I am glad we can come to this understanding.

A little transparency:

I'm not sure what's next for me on this journey.

I do know that it's just the beginning.

SHANICE: How did surgery go,

-Dr. Fitzgerald? -It went well despite

not being in the room that I requested.

I tried, Carlton, but it was already booked

for an organ transplant and my hands were tied.

I'm sure they were. Was this transplant booked

before or after I requested the room?

If I could have scheduled your preferred operating room,

trust that I would have.

I have no problem separating the personal

from the professional, unlike you.

With all due respect, Doctor, whatever you're sorting through,

please do it on your own time,

because your issue is not with me.

It's not like Hayley is Miss Popularity around here.

She doesn't have friends outside of us.

And anyone with eyes can see that Bill and Dani

are still dancing around each other.

Yeah.

I've noticed that, too.

So, have you ever considered

that maybe she's taking to Lynette because she's lonely?

She's mentioned that she relates to her,

an outsider feeling like the whole world is against her.

Maybe, in Hayley's mind, she's doing a good deed

and can possibly make a new friend in the process.

Maybe you're right and it's nothing.

I better get back to the Morris case.

And I need to check on Bill.

I've already made your legal bills disappear.

Have you forgotten already?

No. God, no.

I mean, I'm grateful that you made that happen.

It's just, you know, well, there really wouldn't be

any legal fees to begin with

if you made the charges disappear.

Girl, who do you think I am, Houdini?

I can't just make a whole case disappear.

No, but your devoted, head-over-heels husband can.

Lynette, I don't have that kind of pull.

Look at you.

That man would do anything you ask him to do

with the right level of persuasion.

Yes, Bill is the best in the city,

but even he can't promise to get a whole case thrown out.

It's too big an ask.

Well, you know what? I believe in you.

And I'm counting on you, Hayley, to do your thing

so that your husband can go and do his.

What if I get you a nicer hotel?

Will that help?

[squeals] You'd do that for me?

Oh, my God, Hayley.

Okay, I want one just like this.

Bill, baby, I wasn't expecting you back so soon.

Well, you didn't text me like we agreed, so...

Lynette, what are you doing here?

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