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Previously on When Hope Calls.

Any news on when the new Mountie's coming?

Yeah, yeah. He arrived this morning.

Did you see that?

Lillian, you're my niece.

I have family? Coming from where I've been,

it's pretty special.

I think you could be a real asset to me.

I'd be like a... deputy?

More like a concerned citizen.

Yeah, we'll work together to make this town safe.

You didn't say there was something going on

between you and that Sam fellow.

He's been gone for months, so nothing's happened.

Is this the filly you've been talking about?

- Yup. - What's her name?

Well, I haven't thought of a good one yet.

How about... Sugar?

Saw a pack of wolves near my livestock.

Sugar!

What happened?

She's gone.

How did you meet Lillian?

I knew her when she was a child.

I used to be the housekeeper for the couple who adopted her.

And then, when she moved back to town

and opened the orphanage, she hired me.

What's wrong?

I wasn't there for her.

What does that make me?

You were a child.

What's past is past.

You need to find a way to forgive yourself.

You will.

Michael!

We are having our town council meeting tomorrow,

and as the new Mountie,

I wanted to run something by you.

Sure. What is it?

Well, given what happened the other day,

I thought it might be a good idea to have a sign

by the side of the road, you know,

saying: "Caution. Children."

Good idea.

Good ideas are my specialty.

Alrighty, thank you, sir.

Oh, boy.

Good morning! You're still enjoying your accommodations?

I rather enjoy the frontier experience.

See? It's good to see the world.

Funny you should say that.

What?

- Your father had-- - We would like to give you

an early birthday present.

But my birthday's still a couple of months away?

We feel the sooner you get this gift,

the sooner you can start making plans.

Happy birthday, Pumpkin.

That... will get you on any Liberty Luxury Steamer

to any place in the world.

No limits. But it's only good for 12 months, starting today.

Imagine the places you can see.

Anywhere your heart desires.

- This is so generous. - It cost me a pretty penny.

You don't like it?

- I-- - What's not to like?

It's the perfect gift and... it's non-refundable.

Thank you so much.

Nigel? Do you mind if I meet you back at the hotel?

I need Maggie to check my eyes.

Oh, what's wrong?

I keep seeing these little floaty things.

Oh, of course, take a seat.

Okay.

Michael!

I have another great idea for the town council meeting.

I was thinking, what if we installed a bell

on the side of my hotel?

You know, that way, if there was an emergency,

anybody could alert the whole town.

Sure. Couldn't hurt.

We are of like-mind.

Thanks once again.

Oop.

Ah... right.

Michael! I was thinking--

- Yes. - Uh, yes?

Whatever it is, I'm sure it's an inspired idea.

Huh, well. Alrighty then.

Ah!

Have a good one. - Mm-hmm.

I have a little secret to tell you.

What's that?

For many years now, you've been my hero.

Really? How so?

Your intelligence, curiosity, and independence...

...it's really something.

Thank you, Mum.

Actually, I'm a little embarrassed.

Why?

Because I think children

are supposed to idolize their parents,

not the other way around.

I idolize you!

You've always encouraged me to spread my wings.

I couldn't ask for a better mother.

Any man would be lucky to win your love.

And if this Sam fellow doesn't adore you,

then you should move on and find someone who does.

You deserve that, Pumpkin.

No luck?

Where are you headed?

Town. For supplies.

I'll go with you.

How long are you gonna keep looking for the filly?

Her name's Sugar.

You know the odds of her still being alive?

Are we gonna sit here chatting or are we gonna move?

I wish we could've had more time together.

I just found you and now you're leaving for London.

Sort of how I felt about Grace.

Well, on the bright side, we still have a few days, but...

But what?

I do worry about the children.

I'm sure they'll miss you,

but they'll be well taken care of.

Yeah.

We have a few minutes before school lets out.

I'm gonna run a few errands?

Me too. I'll meet you back out front.

Okay.

Lillian, how are you doing?

Hi, Maggie. We're all out of aspirin and I want to make sure

that Eleanor's stocked up on supplies.

Oh, I'm all out, I'm afraid, but I have a shipment coming.

I'll drop by when it arrives?

That'd be great, thank you.

Have you heard from Gabriel?

Not since I received a letter from him a couple days ago.

But he promised to come see me before I leave.

And I'm sure he will.

Did you hear I have an aunt?

Everyone's heard!

And how are you?

Me?

I'm fine, don't you worry about me.

How was it to find out you have an aunt?

Oh, a shock at first, but she seems wonderful.

I'm sure I'll love her.

I think you will.

Oh, hey, Michael!

I gotta tell you, I am pretty darn excited

about my ideas for the town council meeting tomorrow.

That's great.

So, who's that woman who works with Lillian?

Nora!

Nora... That's a beautiful name.

Thank you!

I am so sorry.

It's fine!

Can I get you another cup?

No, I still have some in here.

Would you like your table on the balcony again?

Ah, sure.

Right this way.

Welcome back, Sam.

Oh, thanks.

Any luck on that mountain?

Uh... you know.

Better luck next time.

- I am... - Oh!

...so sorry!

That's okay. I ran right into you.

No. It was my fault. I--

You're Lillian's aunt.

That's right.

I hear you're a lawyer.

Wow. News really travels in this town.

You have no idea.

Let me get you another coffee.

No, no. You don't have to.

But I want to. Please.

Okay.

- Are you okay? - I am.

What happened?

Um, long story.

- Hi! - Hello!

- Hello! - There's Mrs. Stewart!

- Hi, Mrs. Stewart! - Hello.

How's Sugar?

Why didn't she answer?

Because we lost her.

Lost her?

What do you mean by that?

She got out of the barn.

We searched all over for her, but...

But what?

I don't think we're gonna find her.

Alright, kids. Shall we head home?

Tess. - Come on.

Did you have a good day? How was it?

Poor thing...

She must've really bonded with that filly.

Her name is Sugar! And I named her.

Sugar can still come back.

I'm sure her mommy misses her and she misses her mommy.

It's gonna be okay, Charlotte.

No, it's not. You don't know that.

I wish someone would offer me an around the world ticket.

It's not like I'm not grateful--

But...

But I believe this is about Sam.

What about him?

My parents think that there's something going on between us.

Honey, the whole town thinks

there's something going on.

Then the whole town is wrong!

Maybe you should tell him about your early

birthday present. See if it spurs him to action.

If there's something there, I want it to come from him.

It's been about a year.

It's time for him to bake or get out of the kitchen.

Are you sure about this?

There's an extra bed in the girl's room.

It's more comfortable than the couch.

I don't wanna intrude--

That'd be ridiculous. You're family.

Feels nice to say that.

Girls? Nora's going to be staying in your room

until we both leave.

Is that okay?

Yeah!

Charlotte?

Can I share your bunk?

- Oh. - Um...

How are your parents doing?

Fine.

I'm sure this has been a unique experience for them.

Well, speaking of unique experiences, you will never

guess what they gave me for an early birthday present.

Sam!

Nora.

Oh, you must be Lillian's aunt. I'm Maggie, how do you do?

Nurse Maggie. I've heard

great things about you. - Likewise.

- Ready? - Sure.

I'll catch up with you later?

Sure.

Maggie?

Maggie. Are you okay?

Yes. I'm fine.

Did the telephone company respond to our request

about starting a telephone service here in town?

They said Brookfield is still too small.

I don't see why we need the telephone.

It would help us to connect

to friends and family far away.

Everyone I know lives in Brookfield.

What we should be focusing on is a proper town council

meeting space. - You gonna build it?

Well, we have to find another place to have these meetings.

Ronnie's not even feeding us here.

Well, my renovation should hopefully be done

in a couple of months.

Then, we can host the meetings there, inside my bakery?

With your berry apple turnovers?

Yup, they'll be hot out of the oven.

All those in favor of hosting town council meetings

at Debbie's bakery once it's remodeled...

...say aye. Aye!

Thank you, we're back open at lunch. Yes, back at lunch!

Thank you.

I'm sorry, sir. We'll be open again at noon.

- I beg your pardon? - Well, if you can come back

at lunch time, that'd be great.

Might I have access to my suite?

Your... oh!

Yes, of course!

How could I forget your suite?

Yes.

What did I miss?

Hey, girl! Hey, hey.

It's okay. It's okay... it's okay.

Is she okay?

Not really...

Does she need to see a vet?

Vet can't fix what she's feeling.

Who wants more sandwiches?

I wonder if Sugar's hungry.

- I wonder if she's scared... - I wonder if she's hurt.

What do we do, Miss Lillian?

I have an idea.

So all those in favor of installing an emergency bell

outside the hotel say aye.

Aye. - Passed.

Now, lastly, for his heroic act

of saving young Miriam from being hit by a car,

I propose we host a ceremony of recognition

to give Constable Fletcher the key to the town.

What's that?

Well, it's this thing that other towns do, Ben.

You know, to honor people for their

accomplishments or heroism.

But I don't think that's something Michael would want.

No, no. He told me. He thought my idea was inspired.

I haven't even met this new Mountie

and already he wants to give himself a medal?

Someone should tell him to get off his high horse.

To be fair, Constable Fletcher

did save that young girl from being hit.

He's a Mountie. That's his job.

Why don't we take a vote?

- Sure. - All those in favor say aye.

Aye.

Well, the ayes have it. The key to the town ceremony

passes by a vote of three to two.

Woah.

Hi. We haven't met yet.

I'm Nora Anderson. Lillian's aunt.

Nice to meet you. I'm Lucy Clay.

Any luck finding the filly?

No. Tess is out looking for her again.

We want to help.

That's very kind of you.

Well, any idea where Sugar might be?

We saw some tracks northeast of here.

Okay. Well, thanks.

What do you see?

Lots of trees.

I saw some hoof prints.

Sugar's?

I think those were moose.

I'm getting tired.

You think we'll find Sugar?

We can only try.

What have you heard about Lawrence Ranch?

Is it going up for sale?

All I know is Tess has her eye on it.

Oh.

Here he comes.

Afternoon, gentlemen.

Just wanted to introduce myself. I'm Constable Michael Fletcher.

We know.

Constable. I'm Harley West, this is Ken Newson.

We each own a spread outside of town.

Heard a lot about you.

Well, don't believe everything you hear.

Stories can get blown out of proportion.

Oh!

Guess I should get a medal for that.

Well, you both have a good day.

Mm-hmm? What's wrong?

I couldn't sleep last night and the night before.

It's been going on for weeks.

I can get you something for that.

You're the best.

What?

It's just not right.

Who does that city slicker woman think she is?

Her name is Nora and she seems like a very nice person.

Well, she can't just waltz into town and steal your Beau.

Obviously, he's not my Beau.

Have you told him about your birthday gift?

I never had the chance.

The wagon's put away and I unhitched the horse.

Thank you.

How's Charlotte?

She's upset.

The other children are in the dining room eating apple pie,

but Charlotte just went straight upstairs.

Do you mind if I talk to her?

Of course.

Are you okay, Charlotte?

She's out there somewhere.

Yes, she is.

Can you promise we'll find her?

No, I can't.

Why not?

Because... I don't know for sure.

And I wouldn't want to lie to you.

Are you sure you don't want a piece of pie?

I'm tired.

Okay. Rest up.

You finding Miss Lillian was a miracle.

Do you think we could have another one?

You never know.

Constable Fletcher!

Do you have a minute?

What can I do for you?

I'm here for the interview.

I got an assignment... to write up your story of heroism.

You mean the fire?

That was a year ago. - No, I'm not talking about

when you saved three families from a tenement fire.

Although, I will be sure to mention that in the article.

Good. You've met.

I don't think I really warrant an article.

Oh, come on. This is big news.

Wait. Are we talking about the mountain lion?

When you saved the baby from a cougar?

Believe me, I will be using that

in the background story, but no.

This is actually about-- - Constable Fletcher,

there is a wagon blocking my pastry stand

and I can't get the fellow to move.

Good day, gentlemen. Duty calls.

But you'll talk to me later? I have a deadline.

We'll see.

I'll tell you what.

Why don't we head back to my establishment?

You have a cup of coffee and I'll give you all the background

you want on Mountie Fletcher.

Coffee's on the house?

Alright.

Okay.

Your aspirin has arrived.

Oh, thank you! Would you like to come in for some tea?

I have to get back to the infirmary.

Oh, well, sit with me for a bit? I'm leaving soon.

Okay. Let's enjoy some fresh air.

Grace must be so excited to see you.

She is.

And I already sent her a telegram

letting her know about Nora.

The fact that you two found each other

after all these years is a miracle.

That's what the children are calling it.

And she's an amazing woman.

- You've met. - We have.

She's very charming. It runs in the family.

I don't know about that.

I think her and Sam seem to have hit it off.

- Nora and Sam? - Mm-hmm.

Hit it off how?

Fast friends. Who knows? It's none of my business.

It's obvious that there's something

brewing between you and Sam.

Maybe not so obvious.

Besides, I'm thinking of starting a new adventure.

What do you mean?

Uh, my parents bought me an around the world ocean liner

ticker for an early birthday present.

Well, you should follow your heart.

But if you leave, you'll be missed.

That's sweet of you to say.

Look at all the lives you've touched here.

You're an important part of this town.

Charlotte's really upset.

Well, it was nice of you to try.

- She's a sweetheart. - Mm-hmm.

So I hear you met Sam.

I have.

You hit it off?

He seems nice.

You know, it's nothing official, but Sam and Maggie

are sort of involved... or almost involved.

Huh.

No! Not like that.

It's not?

No.

Well, if you don't mind me asking,

what is going on between you and Sam?

I can't really say.

You can't or you won't?

I can't. It has to do with my work.

If you'll excuse me.

Yeah.

Is everything okay?

Yeah, I...

it's just I thought... I heard a horse, so...

- Gabe's not back yet. - Of course.

But I do have something for you.

A Telegram...

From Gabe?

I'll let you read it in private.

Dearest Lillian,

I've not been able to make it back to Brookfield yet.

But come what may,

I promise I will find a way to return

and gaze into your beautiful eyes

as I wish you Godspeed on your trip.

Yours with love, forever and always, Gabriel.

What's wrong, Charlotte?

Sugar must be lonely without her mommy.

You must've been scared without yours too.

I'm so sorry.

What can we do?

I don't know.

Maybe Sugar will make it back home on her own?

You don't know that she will.

No. We don't.

What if I hire you?

What do you mean?

You said a lawyer helps people get what they want.

I wanna find Sugar, will you help me?

Maggie! Your salve worked wonders.

Happy to hear!

How'd you sleep?

Oh, that tea you gave me helped so much!

You're a godsend. - Oh.

Rise and shine!

Where are Nora and Charlotte?

They got up early this morning.

I didn't see them upstairs.

Miss Nora said that they were going to go look

for that filly again.

Sugar!

Sugar!

Woah.

Do you see her? No.

Then why'd you stop?

Sugar doesn't know our voices and I don't wanna scare her.

Okay, tell me if you see anything.

Of course.

And, of course, I helped by keeping an eagle eye out

for any infractions.

You know, your jaywalkers, your public disturbances,

that sort of thing.

And I had to think it's been a pretty big help to Michael.

I mean... Constable Fletcher.

Great. There he is and I do really need to speak to him.

Hi. - Sorry we didn't get to chat

yesterday. I'm just surprised you're still in town.

Well, I decided to stick around for the ceremony.

Take a couple photos...

Actually, if you've got time for an interview,

we could do that now and start with a few photos?

Ready? - Ceremony? What ceremony?

We're bestowing the key to the town on you

for your heroic act. Saving that young girl on the road.

You're what?

I think we should head back now.

Did you hear that?

Hear what?

Sugar.

I don't hear anything, Charlotte.

I can hear her! She's that way!

Can you hear her?

I can't, sweetheart.

Can you hear her?

I can hear her.

You found her, Charlotte.

Poor thing, got her lead stuck.

Hey girl.

Hey girl. Good girl, good girl.

I'm gonna take you home.

Your prayers were answered, Charlotte.

- You wanted to see us? - Mm-hmm.

I wanted to give you...

...a retirement present.

- Your luggage? - Why?

This has been all over the world with me

and I want you to take it and fill it with more memories.

I don't understand.

I won't be going on any around the world trip,

but instead of this ticket going to waste,

you should buy another one and take mum.

We're too old.

You're never too old for a beautiful adventure.

I was looking forward to playing checkers in the garden.

And you can still do that...

...at the Aswan Botanical Garden in Egypt...

...or the Mirabell Gardens in Austria or

the Gardens at Versailles.

Your wife has seen you to retirement

and now dreams of adventure.

Dreamers are a wonderful thing, dad.

That's why I will always gravitate towards them.

Let's go on an adventure, Nigel.

Oh, my darling. How can I say no?

Sugar!

Sugar...

Oh.

Oh, baby.

How'd you find her?

I didn't. Charlotte did.

She has extraordinary hearing.

It was a miracle.

You, Charlotte,

are the miracle.

Something must've come up.

Gabriel wouldn't miss saying goodbye

unless he had a very good reason.

I know.

The children are outside, waiting to go to the ceremony.

And to see you off.

Um, where's Nora?

She was packing to go back to Clearwater with you.

I'll go check on her.

Alright.

What's going on?

I want to stay and help out.

Um...

What about your law practice?

I can see clients in Brookfield.

Are you sure?

Honestly, I get satisfaction from being a lawyer...

...but you should've seen the look on Charlotte's face

when we delivered that filly to Tess.

It is pretty gratifying helping these children.

They face such hardships.

The thought of bringing joy into their lives...

will you let me?

Where's your luggage?

Nora has decided to stay and help out around here.

If that's okay with all of you.

Yay!

More than okay!

Okay, ready?

Folks, today, we are awarding the first ever

Brookfield key to the town.

And this one, deservedly,

goes to an individual who saved a young and very precious life.

Well, I'll let our Mountie take it from here.

Thank you, Ronnie.

You know, as a Mountie, I've seen real heroism

in my life. I've seen exceptional bravery

to do what's right, whatever the obstacle.

But I don't think I've ever seen it so clearly on display...

...as with the recipient of this award.

Here you go, Charlotte.

We love you, Charlotte.

He loves you, Lillian.

I just wanted to see him one more time before I left.

I know. Something must've come up.

Well, Lillian. The children have a surprise for you.

They say that this song reminds them of you.

♪ Look for the silver lining

♪ Whene're a cloud appears in the blue ♪

♪ Remember somewhere

♪ The sun is shining

♪ And so the right thing

♪ To do is make it shine for you ♪

♪ A heartful

♪ Of joy and gladness

♪ Will always banish

♪ Sadness and strife

♪ So always look for

♪ The silver lining

♪ And try to find

♪ The sunny side of life ♪

You're all such beautiful souls.

Will you write to us, Miss Lillian?

Every week, I promise.

I'll make sure things run smoothly at the orphanage.

- Thank you. - And I'll fix things

that need fixing.

Good, because we are gonna need all the help we can get.

That's right.

Take my room while I'm gone.

I'm so thankful that you came into my life.

I'll be here when you get back.

Eleanore, Thank you for everything.

It was my pleasure.

Here's a list of things to do in London.

Thank you.

And... if you see Gabriel, will you

let him know that I'll miss him?

And I know he had a good reason for not being here.

I will.

Okay.

Be careful.

So long, kiddo.

You, um... say hello to Grace for me, will ya?

And tell Chuck that, uh...

...tell him that I love him and that I'm praying for their baby.

Okay. - I will.

Okay.

Thank you.

Bye, everyone.

- Bye. - Bye.

- Bye! See you soon. - Bye! We'll miss you!

You free?

Free as a bird.

Getting you alone has been a challenge.

For you and me both.

I, um...

I got you something.

Call it an early birthday present.

Another one?

Open it.

Um...

Sam, it's beautiful.

But you can't afford this.

I can.

The strangest thing happened to me on the mountain I was on.

I was already packed up, headed for Brookfield, but then...

I saw the sun shining through the trees and hit this one spot.

It was like a sign, Maggie.

So I took my pickaxe and hit that shining light.

Then I struck gold.

Gold?

I had Nora check the claim to make sure

it was legal and binding.

It is.

I'm rich.

And it means the world to me knowing that

you were there for me when I wasn't.

Sam...

I'm sorry, I didn't mean to be so forward.

No. No, it's um...

it's okay.

I'd like to take you out to dinner.

Not as friends, but as my date.

If that's okay.

I thought you'd never ask.

Gabriel...

I wasn't gonna let you leave without saying goodbye.

You've never broken a promise to me,

I didn't think you'd start now.

Not now. Not ever.

Just come back to me.

You come back to me.

I will.

I'm not ready to say goodbye.

Let me take you to the train station where I can hold you

and kiss you... one last time.

Okay.

Stop the coach!

Don't let go.

I never will.

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