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Kind of makes you feel safe having all these police chiefs in the hotel,

it? Gives me the willies. What are you talking about?

You're on the same side now.

I know. It's just an old button I can't turn off.

Oh,

when you look at this.

Nothing like it in Shelleyville.

Yeah, we're beginning to get a few luxury houses.

Atlantic City's growing fast, maybe too fast.

Well, where are you going?

I'm just going to do some exploring. I'll see you later. Okay.

Good morning. Morning.

Good morning.

We still on for tomorrow night? Absolutely.

Nothing's come up, has it? Not so far, but the way this week's going, I've put

all your plans in pencil.

Terry, do I have any free time this afternoon?

There's about a half hour at five if nothing runs over.

Thank you.

Okay.

You're all set.

Oh, thank you. Have a great time.

This is nuts. Who checks into a hotel room to cram for an exam?

Is this a way to study, or is this a way to study, huh? No interruptions?

Food at my fingertips?

I just don't see why you can't stay in the dorm.

I'm taking no chances.

This place is not exactly without distractions.

No way.

Could you see that fellowship coming through and then I flunk philosophy?

Look, I still think you ought to... Right, right, right. Come on.

Now, thanks for dropping me off.

And I'm counting on you not to let the guys know where I am.

Okay.

But I figure you'll be hollering for a rescue by dinnertime.

Good luck. I'll see you in a few days.

I can't believe this. A warrant for your arrest.

Well, obviously there's been some mistake.

Maybe they found the still in your suite.

I'm sorry, Mrs. Cabot. Officer insists on handing it to you personally.

Handing it to me personally?

What is this all about?

I just delivered, ma 'am. Chief's orders.

You'll have to read it yourself.

All right, lady, let's go. The car's waiting outside.

You have the right to a hearty lunch. I don't believe it. Brian O 'Connell.

You had to make an entrance, didn't you?

You look wonderful. You look wonderful.

And you're impossible.

Meet my general manager, Peter McDermott, head of security, Billy

Griffin, how are you, McDermott?

Fine, now that I know I'm not going to have to raise bail money.

Brian's from New Jersey. I have to forgive your sense of humor. Atlantic

You need a sense of humor there these days. Come on, Victoria, I'll explain it

all to you over a steak and french fries.

Uh, look, actually, I... No, no, no, no, no, no. I haven't finished reading you

your rights. You have the right to remain friends. Come with me. You have

right... You have the right...

The latest in student housing?

Well, I decided I'm entitled to a few off -campus privileges.

Too many rules.

One in particular.

No women allowed in your room.

Oh, good rule.

I don't want any competition.

Believe me.

You got nothing to worry about.

Feel like a study break?

Why not?

I'm so happy for you, Brian.

I always knew you'd make two.

I appreciate that. You and Dorothy were the two who always believed in me.

She really helped me through those hard years.

How is she?

Don't tell me you're a chauvinist that left Dorothy at home.

Oh, Vicki, I'm sorry. I... I just assumed you'd heard.

She passed away last year.

Oh, Brian, I'm so sorry.

She always liked you, Vicki.

She was a fine woman.

Remember that fishing trip we all went on?

She admired the way you pitched in with the chores.

I was pretty poor at scaling fish, wasn't I?

That was my job, as I recall.

To tell you the truth, I was embarrassed at the way my friends sat on their

hands the whole time.

Well, I don't remember that part of it.

I think maybe I was too busy admiring you.

And I still do.

You are so beautiful.

Classically beautiful.

Why do I associate classic with old?

I thought we'd gotten past the age issue.

Oh, I'm entitled to an occasional lapse, aren't I?

Well, you are entitled to anything you want.

You give me everything I need.

You put passion in my life and make me feel alive.

I love you, too.

Please.

Sooner or later, we have to deal with it.

How about for later?

If the fellowship comes through, I may be leaving soon. Don't you think we

should have some kind of an understanding?

It all seems so complicated.

For now, I just want to enjoy being in your arms and hope that this will last

forever.

You and I are going to have the same future any two young lovers look forward

to.

What about my... You have to

believe.

You have to trust in me.

In us.

It's my executive assistant's anniversary here at the hotel.

Mm -hmm. Yes.

Well, we have some exquisite earrings and pins.

Could you describe them to me a little?

Well, the pins come in crescent moons, Florida Lee, teardrops.

You wanted to go over these figures on the ballroom renovations?

Mm -hmm. Oh.

What? Oh, yeah, right.

What?

Teardrop.

Yeah, well, I have to get back to you on that.

Yeah, I know, and I appreciate that.

Just when you think you've heard all the sales pitches, some guy wanted to know

if I'd like a set of glassware with a McDermott crest.

Your crest has teardrops?

Oh, yes, something like that.

So, uh, how are these figures?

Are we getting our money's worth?

I said, son, just cuff him, put him in the car. They'll worry about how he's

dressed downtown.

Oh,

Ryan.

I can't remember enjoying a lunch more.

I hope we can see each other again before you go.

Okay.

How about tonight?

Tonight?

Some of the East Coast chiefs are getting together at the hideaway. Oh,

afraid I've been invited to a cocktail party at the museum.

Well, that's all right. I understand.

What time is your party?

8 .30.

I'll tell you what.

I'll come to yours, you come to mine.

That sounds fair to me.

It's a fundraiser. Six o 'clock?

You gonna squeeze me for a donation?

Maybe. Is it a date?

Good.

I thought he wanted to be left alone.

You don't know Nip. No interruptions is code for health. My brain needs a rest.

Let's just call him first, okay?

Okay.

No answer.

As in, do not disturb?

Maybe he's just got his headphones on.

He calls it studying spring steam.

Step on it. I got room service on the way.

In a minute.

We don't want to let it get cold.

Ready. It pays to let people know how hungry you are.

Come on, put your clothes on. I'll spring for the pizza.

Todd,

what are you doing here?

So you get an A -minus. You know what they say about all work and no play. If

you were to call me, I could really use some.

Todd.

Mom?

Hey,

I need a woman's opinion.

What do you think makes a nicer gift, a bracelet or a watch?

For daytime or evening.

Yeah, you want a sporty model, you know, something for weekends?

Well, actually, I was thinking more about a bracelet.

Oh, gold or silver.

Oh, jade is really nice, too.

Antique, modern.

What about earrings?

Oh, that depends a lot on the outfit. Yeah.

Duds, you know, are always practical.

Oh, I like the French wires.

Oh, and have you seen those new multiple dangling ones that hang, you know?

Yeah, well, unmatched pairs are really in there, too, you know. I like ear

cuffs. Oh, no, the long dangled jeans.

Did you see the one that Nancy was wearing with the mirrors? The mirrors

great.

Would you like something?

A scotch and a soda, I guess.

How about just the soda?

It's not the way it seems.

You're not getting it on with my best friend?

You make it sound cheap, it's not.

You mean it's something noble and fine.

We really do care for each other.

Try not to see it from just one side.

All right.

Let's look at it from Dad's side.

How do you think he'd feel?

Your dad and I have been divorced for over a year.

Oh, to hell with my feelings.

Damn it, I sit next to Nick in three classes. What am I supposed to say? How

my mom in the sack? Tom!

I know this is hard for you to understand.

Oh, I understand perfectly.

Oh, just one thing.

Isn't Nick your only type?

I've got lots of friends I could bring home for dinner.

What happened?

Todd, let me explain.

You've got to listen to him.

I hate you both.

What?

Oh, you're hurt.

It's nothing compared to what he's feeling.

I've got to go after him. No, it's better if you let him go. Give him time.

Brian, you look wonderful.

You look wonderful. I look like fireworks on the East River.

Oh, nonsense.

Hello, Brian.

Oh, McDermott, how are you? Good.

Peter's begged off. He hates these gatherings, but he's too gracious to

it. Nah, Victoria.

Well, you two could have talked fishing while I angled for a few museum dollars.

You're a fisherman?

Yes.

Freshwater or ocean?

As long as I get my line right.

We got a few good spots around here if you'd like to try one.

Yeah, I'd love it. How about tomorrow morning? The earlier, the better.

It'd be great to have company for a change.

We have a few minutes, Brian.

How about a glass of champagne?

Only if you promise not to make it vintage New Jersey.

Aren't the stars beautiful?

Well, what you can see of them, yeah.

Well, I suppose we do sacrifice something to urban splendor.

Thank you.

Believe it or not, I... I often miss those Canadian skies we sat under.

Well, if I didn't believe that, I don't think I'd be here now.

Well, it's...

It's nice to know that a man can be a chief of police and still have stars in

his eyes.

Oh, now, you should have known my grandfather, you see. If he had stars in

eyes, he would have did a little of the twinkle right there. Not much.

Didn't you tell me he was chief of Newark?

Yes. Then my father moved us to Atlantic City to get a little peace and quiet.

Some peace and quiet.

And then he went and got himself appointed chief, too.

You followed a fine family tradition.

Well, when my father died, I did my duty.

I'm sorry.

He must have been a young man.

He wasn't as young as the junkie who shot him in the back of the head.

I never really hesitated. After so many generations, I think the department's

just kind of in your blood.

You're a good police officer.

Well, let's say I survived. Two stabbings, one shooting, a citizen's

commission's probe, and a flower pot from 30 stories.

You lead a charmed life.

Yes, I do.

Damn dance room machine.

Hello, Dad? It's Todd.

I need to talk to you. I'm at the dorm.

I can stay the night if you want.

Thanks.

You want to talk about it?

I'm just sorry you had to see it.

It's not the end of the world.

Don't tell me you think it's okay.

I think when a man does it, it's maybe a little scandalous, but

okay.

It seems to be different for a woman.

Well, this woman happens to be my mother. I know.

And I'm sorry.

But she's also a woman.

You sure you don't mind staying open, Mort?

Well, you're a lifesaver.

Just knock on the glass.

Okay.

Yeah, I'll see you in ten minutes.

Oh, good, you're still here.

But not for long.

I thought we were going over security arrangements for the vice president's

visit.

No now is when you said we've got a clear arrangements tomorrow Okay, come

More

with Peter you go ahead and lock up something came up.

Thanks anyway

You like to dance, don't you? Sure. It's like riding a bicycle. You just never

forget how.

Stephen loves to dance, too.

I remember when we first met, I could tell how much you missed him.

It was a very fresh wound.

I'm afraid I couldn't help letting it show.

I kept feeling like I wanted to help. Do something.

But you did.

And the trip was a wonderful tonic. Well, my motives weren't entirely from

sympathy.

I know, I know. Me, the perfect husband, but I couldn't help myself.

Hello, Brian.

Ah, Larry, Agnes. I would like for you to meet Victoria Cabot.

Miss Cabot, you dance pretty nice for a West Coast girl.

Thank you, Larry.

I owe it all to my partner.

Guess those lessons you took last month paid off, Brian.

Larry, please shut up.

I'd say he got his money's worth.

Goodbye, Larry.

Ah,

now that.

That is my specialty.

What is it?

I couldn't sleep.

You'll be all right.

I called home, I called the dorm, I even called Oliver, and all I got was this

damn answering machine.

When did you call the dorm?

An hour ago.

It might be back by now.

Hey, it's after midnight.

I'll tell you what, in the morning I'll look for him. I know his routine.

I don't want another fight.

Neither do I.

You know, I've often wondered what my life might be like if you hadn't

into the dorm looking for Todd.

My life would be lonely and empty. And I know it's been tough, all the sneaking

around.

Well, Todd's just going to have to understand. If we're going to be family,

we're going to have to get all our serious fighting behind us now.

Nick, there are more questions than answers.

And now this. How can you seriously talk about getting married? Do you love me?

I think I do.

And I love you with all my heart.

Whoever does marry you will be one lucky woman.

You're the only candidate, Kay.

As Eliza Doolittle said, I could have danced all night. I guess when Dorothy

died, I lost my passion for that sort of thing for a long time.

Must be lonely for you.

Yeah, it has been.

Look, I don't usually attend these conventions, Vicki, but

when I found out it was in San Francisco, well... Yes?

I came because of you, Vicki.

It was hard for me to accept my feelings, the feelings I had when we

I couldn't deny the attraction.

How would you feel about watching the sunrise of the cranky old cop?

Nervous. Is that a no?

No.

That's a yes.

A nervous yes.

Like, I guess there isn't any such thing as your place or mine because it's all

your place, right?

Does that make a difference?

Yeah, I would like to take you home with me, even if... if home was only down

three floors.

And if this is my place, will you remember me?

Hello.

Brian, Peter McDermott.

Did I get the wrong day?

For what?

Fishing.

Fishing? I did get the wrong day.

I think you got the wrong day.

Oh, sorry.

Back to bed. We'll try it tomorrow, huh?

That was McDermott. I think we had a date to go fishing.

Oh, no.

He must have recognized my voice. So what if he did?

Are you sorry?

No. It's been wonderful.

I got an idea.

Why don't we go fishing? Take the day.

Oh, I don't know.

I've got the... Oh, and then the convention.

Oh, the convention, yeah.

Come on, let's talk.

I got nothing to say to you.

Look, you can't just ignore me. We have to work this out.

Listen, pal, you don't need to study philosophy. You need a decent one to

by.

Todd, look, I know it seems crazy, but I love Cade. It's not just kicks, not for

either of us. I invited you into my home.

My best friend. I still am. Your history.

Look, I'm sorry we didn't tell you. We should have. I was afraid you might

like this.

How do you expect me to react? I don't know. Maybe with a little more

understanding. Well, excuse me.

But I'm just not mature enough to accept the fact that my best ex -friend is

making out with my mother!

One way or another, we all gotta come to terms with this. Especially you and

Kay. Don't you talk about her.

You can't just go on hating her. Talk to her. Give her a chance.

Thank you very much.

But if I need family counseling, I can think of better places to go.

Mr. Cameron.

Good morning, Christine.

Hi, Jerry.

He's not in.

He's a hard man to pin down these days.

Uh, Mr. McDermott in?

He's got a meeting across town.

We were just discussing his slightly hectic schedule.

Well, I guess I could leave him a note.

He wanted the name of that new high -tech gift shop at the Embarcadero.

You know, that's funny.

He asked me where I bought that pendant for Ellen. I wonder what's going on. I

know he's been trying to make time for something.

Wait a minute. You know what today is?

No, what?

It's the anniversary of the day Christine started here three years ago

Remember how she sent all the applicants home and then installed herself outside

of Peter's office? I call it female ingenuity, and it paid off.

Now I can't find five minutes to stop for a gift.

Hi. Oh, hi. How's your schedule looking? You still packed all that for tonight?

Oh, barely. Just in case. Why don't we make it upstairs at 8?

Oh, for dinner.

I can leave these authorizations for you to sign.

No, no.

No, no, no. I'll do them right now.

Can I ask your advice about something?

That's funny.

That was going to be my line.

Well, you first.

No, no. No, please. You go ahead.

Well, I'm trying to come up with a gift for Christine.

Oh, that's easy.

Just get her something she'd never buy for herself.

You better ask me a question.

Can it make sense that I'm falling in love?

Of course.

It's amazing.

Someone you never thought you'd see again walks back into your life

and all in 48 hours you feel... How do you feel, Victoria?

Wanted.

He makes me laugh.

He appreciates things that I've taken for granted.

He sounds like a special fellow.

He is.

Then you two should be perfectly suited to each other.

You're very special, too.

Mom, what are you doing here?

I'm getting a little sick of the sudden head -in -the -sand attitude.

Well, I'm getting sick of a few things myself.

And I've taken all the abuse from you I'm going to take. I'm your mother.

Now, you show me some respect, whether you agree with me or not.

Respect is earned. Then you start earning it.

Me?

I am trying my best to treat you as an adult, and you're going out of your way

to act like a child.

You can't twist things around like that. I am not the one. How is it suddenly so

easy for you to throw away 18 years of mother and son?

Now I am dirt.

No better than a stranger that you can slap in the face and kick like a dog.

I counted on you.

First you get divorced, now this. I'm still here. I always will be here for

But I am a woman as well as your mother.

If we're going to have any kind of relationship, you have to accept that.

And if I can't?

Then your prediction will come true. You won't have a mother and I won't have a

son. And you won't have a friend.

Now, is my crime so terrible that that's the prize we have to pay?

I'm not here no matter who it is.

Mr. Fitzgerald's office.

One moment, please.

It's Washington, and Mr. Connolly with the Secret Service. Remember, you told

him to call back before three.

Yes, Mr. Connolly.

Yes, we have, sir.

Complete preparation.

Now?

Well, that could take some time.

Yeah, well, I guess this is as good a time as any.

Could you wait till I get into my office?

Yes. Thank you, sir.

Remind me to thank McDermott for this idea, all right?

Look, all you do, if you feel a tug, you just reel it in nice and steady. That's

it, okay?

Now, isn't this gorgeous?

Makes me almost forget the city.

Does the city bother you that much?

Well, I've gone from busting the scum in the alleys to playing hardball with all

the politicians of City Hall.

It's good to be away.

It's good to be away, period.

All right, all right. All right, all right. Just steady.

Steady, steady, steady, steady. All right. Now keep your tip. Keep the tip.

Oh, no.

You have a black, thin humpback uniroil. Should go about 10 or 12 pounds, I

think. That's a keeper. Oh, shouldn't be throwing back.

Ricky, you're wonderful.

If only you knew how I... How much I... I do know.

I... I feel it, too.

We can make each other...

Very happy.

Come on with me.

Come on.

Oh, it was a hard fight, but you won, my darling. You won. Wasn't it fun?

Was it fun?

Even if we didn't catch any fish?

Hello,

Mrs. Cabot.

Hey, don't they make a nice couple?

Now I know what I only have eyes for you is all about.

Mort's here from the boutique.

Good. Send him in.

Hello, Peter.

Mort. I appreciate the house call. I've been incredibly busy. I know how it

gets. I've only got a few minutes myself, but I threw a few things

I think you'd like.

Hello?

Oh, hello, Victoria.

Yeah, I was just in the middle of something. Is it urgent?

No,

no. That's all right.

I'll be right up.

Mark, can you wait ten minutes?

Uh, okay, Peter, but I'm afraid that's all I've got.

Ten minutes.

I hear you might be going away.

No definite plans.

Maybe it's the right thing.

Todd, I never meant to hurt you.

Suddenly you're worried about my feelings?

Don't you think you're a little old to play the petulant little boy?

This is just hard for me to handle.

It's my life, Todd.

Do you love him?

Yes, I do.

He's a wonderful guy.

He couldn't have been your best friend if he wasn't.

I know.

I love you very much, Todd.

I love you, too, Mom.

So, you'll see the mayor tomorrow, and I'll meet with Supervisor Peters.

And the vice president?

I'll greet him when he arrives, handle his supervisor as he deals with the

press, and be the sparkling hostess for Cocktails at Five.

Hello.

How are you, Mr. Clayton?

Oh, but we certainly do appreciate your donation to the museum fund.

Well, I'm so sorry. I'm sure it's simply an oversight.

No, no, no, no, absolutely not. As a matter of fact, we were just discussing

this morning calling it the Clayton Wing.

Yes.

Luncheon Thursday?

Oh, I'd love to.

No, no, not to worry. I'll attend to it personally.

Goodbye.

Trouble?

It's getting so you have to hold these people's hands and walk them to the

I still don't understand why Supervisor Peterson was making such a fuss about

our landmark status.

Tubby Peterson has been making a fuss since the sixth grade when he couldn't

the lead in the school play. Leave him to me.

Okay.

Anything wrong, Peter?

No, it's nothing.

I'll see you later.

There.

I'm all yours.

Are you really?

Senator Wilkin!

Oh, what a pleasant surprise.

Of course, I haven't forgotten our lunch and date.

To Boston?

To fellowship?

To us.

I only hope this hasn't been... Goodbye.

I could never come between you and Todd.

No, you never could.

My feelings for Todd haven't changed.

If anything, they're deeper.

I understand.

I could hold you young man for a son.

I intend to enjoy him.

You know, Todd and I are both pretty lucky.

But you won't lose me that easily.

If you don't come eventually, I'll just come back and get you.

You won't come back for me.

Oh, I will. I swear I will. No, you won't.

Because I'm going with you to Boston.

What?

Total won't ever be more than a few hours away.

I need to help your apartment out, don't I?

If I'm going to live with you, I have to love it.

Do I detect a certain moodiness?

I'm sorry.

Does it show?

Want to tell me?

I want you to know I had every intention, but I've just been so busy.

Excuse me, Miss McDermott. You wanted on the phone.

There's no place.

What's going on?

Peter, we figured out what your problem was today, and we decided to help out.

We kept the receipt in case it doesn't fly.

Well, let's get out of here.

Have a nice night, you two.

Who was it?

What's this?

Well, actually... Excuse me, Miss McDermott, but Mrs. Cabot asked me to

this.

This is getting embarrassing.

Oh, and Terry gave me this and told me to tell you to give it to me.

The present.

Did I get that right?

Yet another problem happily solved.

You're all kind of like family here, aren't you?

Yes.

Yes, we are.

Here's to your family and your home.

And I'm going to miss you both.

Miss me.

Okay, Victoria.

I lived an entire life in a man's world. The only other woman I ever respected

were my mother and my wife.

You could rule this place like a queen if you wanted to, but you don't.

You're in there with... Both hands taking care of your people.

Donating time to the city.

Fighting for your hotel.

But... Who, Brad? Who would deal with all the tubby Petersons if I dragged you

off to Atlantic City?

I was going to make sure that you get that landmark status.

Who would save all of the future cocktail parties from boring vice

You belong here.

Shall we have a lot of time?