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Hey. You're here.

Wasn't your aunt coming to take you to lunch?

Oh. Yeah. I went to pick her up,

but her flight from Houston was delayed,

-so she's still on the way. -Oh. Mm.

Still time for you to change your mind and join us.

Uh, wouldn't want to get in the way

of all that tea you need to spill.

-[chuckles] -You know, how I...

thoroughly swept you off your feet.

Oh. Not sure your name's even gonna come up.

-Hmm. -Dad, I need you.

I thought you weren't feeling well.

Oh, yeah.

Look, my headache's gone.

But I have a much bigger pain--

Mama.

[sighs] What now?

She's out of control.

Andre!

Hey. Finishing up my shower!

You have fun wedding planning?

I washaving fun.

Until I realized I was doing all the planning

for that bitch Leslie's daughter, not my own.

I'm sorry, what?

How did Leslie get in this?

Hey.

Eyes up here. Focus.

I-I am trying.

I am only human.

Hello.

Wedding planning.

Something Leslie did.

-Right, right. Right! Right. -Mm-hmm.

She took notes on all of Chelsea and Madison's wedding plans...

-Mm-hmm. -...then booked the venues

and the vendors for Eva's wedding.

Eva's engaged?

Since when?

Who knows?

[sighs] It's got to be Eva.

She's got you reading that garbage, too.

You got something against Langston Hughes?

Oh. My bad.

I thought she roped you into reading that Carl Ivati series

that she's so crazy about.

Uh, she tried. Not really my lane.

Well, I wouldn't have guessed sudden engagements

were your thing, either,

but somehow Eva reeled you into that.

♪ ♪

Explain to me what you're doing right now.

-Excuse me? -I pay you

a handsome salary--

excessive, if you ask me--

to manage the clinic I founded.

-Mm. -You're supposed to be bringing healing

and hope to the community.

But you are sitting around on your booty all day,

ignoring the desperate needs of the patients.

So what happened, huh?

Was working two days back-to-back

too strenuous for you, boo-boo?

Oh, wait.

You need a mental health day?

That is something you should consider.

-Take the whole year if you need to. -Ha.

You, Mr. Stop, Drop, and Roll...

-[chuckles] -...you better have a good reason for why you stopped

and dropped out.

Check, please.

-Well? -I think you need a friendly reminder:

I don't answer to you.

Period.

You know I've put up with a lot from Mama.

But I've hit my limit.

Okay, go into my office, honey.

We can talk about this.

Bye, Shanice.

Give my regards to Monica.

Shanice, I'm having problems with the patient EHR tab.

Can you... I know you got this down.

I sure do.

Yeah, the patient records are pretty slow to download.

Let me show you.

I'll be just a minute.

KIAL: Oh, I'm sorry.

You have plans. This-this-this can wait.

You are absolutely fine.

I'm sorry. I don't think I got you.

[sighs] I know

it's none of my business who you hook up with.

And you never wanted to hear my warnings about Eva.

But I would have at least thought you'd be savvy enough

to not rush into a long-term commitment.

Unless, plea--

please don't tell me I'm about to be a half aunt.

Whoa, I... [chuckles] You're getting way ahead of yourself.

I could say the same thing about you,

proposing to someone you've only been dating for a hot minute?

There's some confusion out in the gossip-verse.

I haven't proposed.

But if somebody's spreading that rumor,

I can pretty much guess who it is.

Eva's mom has not been shy about saying

she hopes things work out for us.

Leslie's gone way past hoping.

She's made reservations.

For a venue, a florist, a caterer,

a band called The Fractured Clavicles,

and a string quartet.

You're kidding me.

If I'm lying, I'm flying.

[chuckles]

Why would that crazy woman drop deposits left and right

if you weren't even engaged?

I mean, the answer's literally the question.

There is no engagement. Promise.

Thank God.

I got to say,

I am flattered that it would upset you so much

to see me taken off the market.

The money you pull from your pockets comes from my pockets.

Remember that.

I sign your paychecks.

And I manage the payroll.

If you really had the first idea

of what it took to run this clinic,

you'd at least know what the scheduling app looks like,

which is what I was working on just now.

Oh, am I supposed to be impressed?

[scoffs] I am

at the tippy-top of the org chart,

in charge of the big picture,

the overall planning.

So I can't focus on the itty-bitty details, see?

-Ain't nobody got time for that. -Yeah.

All that big-picture planning takes back seat

to higher priorities, like harassing your staff in public.

Well, I can just bump your pasty behind

from manager down to custodian.

Unless you get an attitude adjustment.

I'm in charge of a lot of things at the clinic,

but the complaint department isn't one.

That's Eva. Let's give her a call.

Oh, no, no. You do not bother my daughter

with that foolishness, okay?

Because she's probably somewhere busy doing

what you're supposed to be doing.

Aw, gee.

Call went to voicemail.

I guess you're gonna have to wait to file that complaint.

You didn't need to get that?

[sighs] It was Derek.

I don't even want to know. Mama probably tracked him down

and started harassing him.

She's hell on wheels.

Okay. Can you take a couple breaths,

tell me what's going on?

You've got to have some idea.

I know you warned Izaiah about Mama's goal to marry us off.

[sighs] She's still on that?

She hasn't given up, Dad.

She's doubled down.

Her plans for our hypothetical wedding keep getting bigger.

How's Izaiah taking it? I mean,

he couldn't have been shocked, though.

We told him what Dana's like.

For now, he thinks it's kind of funny.

Okay, he's taking it in stride. That's a good thing.

Anyone who's gonna be with you needs to learn that.

Since you've made it clear

about never cutting Dana out of your life.

I know the signs when Mama starts fixating.

This is gonna get a whole lot worse before it gets better.

Unless someone steps in to stop it.

And by "someone,"

I mean you.

And it gets worse.

Leslie reserved the chapel we wanted.

Okay. So you can change the date.

Except she reserved the preferred dates

plus our backups, just so that Chelsea and Madison

would have to use someplace else.

[scoffs] Damn.

I know she's got money to burn, but...

this is just ridiculous.

[chuckles] You know what?

Let's plant the rumor that Chelsea decided

to use the-the Taj Mahal

for her wedding venue. Maybe...

maybe Leslie will take the bait.

I know it's not worth stressing over.

Chelsea and Madison are disappointed,

but they'll figure something else out.

Yeah, but you shouldn't have to.

I got an idea.

Where are you going?

To get dressed.

I'm gonna talk to my uncle.

If anybody can make Leslie back off,

it's Uncle Ted.

Sorry. You lost me at "get dressed."

I know you want to help,

-but the only thing I need right now... -Mm-hmm.

...is that towel.

[chuckles] I'm not sure how that's gonna solve your problem.

We won't know unless we try.

Okay.

Have it your way.

[squeaks, chuckles]

You see?

I'm feeling better already.

[giggles]

That order is for the sofa with the built-in recliner.

And the four-chair dining set, yes.

And the end tables. Correct.

I'll be there for delivery, so don't stand me up.

Thank you.

Redecorating?

Uh, not exactly.

I just moved into a new place.

-Ah. -Made more sense to buy new, you know?

-Interstate delivery is kind of highway robbery. -Mm.

So you're new to Garland?

Well, actually I'm new everywhere I go.

I'm an orthopedic surgeon.

-I travel, too. -Ah.

But you're gonna be here for a while?

With the way it's starting to look,

-uh... -Ah.

-So how do you know Shanice? -I'm her aunt.

Oh, she is a lot more than that.

She's my inspiration.

She is Dr. Monica McCormick.

She heads up an oncology department

at MD Anderson in Houston.

-Aunt Monica, this is Dr. Kial Rollins... -Mm-hmm.

-...a traveling orthopedic surgeon. -Mm.

[chuckles] MD Anderson.

Quite the rep.

I'm already impressed.

Were you called in to consult on a case here?

-I'm in town celebrating my sister's birthday. -Mm.

SHANICE: For you, Doctor.

Without all the glitches.

Oh. Thank you.

Well, I am off to accept my furniture delivery.

-I hope you two ladies enjoy your birthday celebration. -Thank you.

What a fabulous view you have, Shawnie.

[chuckles]

All the male doctors here are so good-looking.

Right?

[giggling]

Look, I get you're frustrated,

but adding me to the mix is not gonna improve matters.

You're already involved.

I know you only asked Izaiah his intentions

because Mama asked you to.

That's not the only reason.

But I will admit, I wouldn't have had the conversation

this early if Dana hadn't pressed the point.

She butts her nose into everything.

-Mm. -She's gonna scare Izaiah away.

The exact opposite of what she's trying to do.

And yeah, okay, given some time,

maybe he'll learn to deal with her special brand of crazy,

but this is all too much, too soon.

Izaiah means a lot to you, doesn't he?

You're asking my intentions now?

You don't have to admit it.

I can tell by how anxious you are.

You wouldn't be this worried about Dana's behavior

if this relationship with Izaiah was just a casual thing.

Hmm?

Well, it started off that way.

Friends with benefits, you know?

-Uh... -[chuckles]

Heading into TMI.

Relax, relax. I'm gonna keep it PG.

-Ah. -Okay, so, a while back,

me and Izaiah got into this big fight.

And then we realized it was because we both wanted more

-and thought the other one didn't. -Mm.

That's when you made it official.

He's such a good guy.

-Mm. -[chuckles softly]

Like, he's funny and thoughtful.

He likes to read, like me.

Then he'll actually think about it and want to discuss it.

Huge plus.

-Mm. -We never run out of things to talk about.

I don't have a lot of friends in town,

and I don't want to lose the best one I've ever had.

I'll talk to Dana.

[squeals]

Thank you so much!

You should show me more respect,

because I've been the only one willing

to give you a fresh start.

[chuckles]

-Is that so? -Mm-hmm.

'Cause everyone else turned their back on you.

Let's see-- the fire department,

your own fiancée.

Or is it ex-fiancée?

You are so full of it. I don't know whether to hand you

toilet paper or a plunger.

No one turned their back on me.

You are damn lucky

-that I took pity on you. -[scoffs]

Hiring me was not a charity case.

You needed me because no one else

was gonna put up with your crap.

And for the record,

neither will I.

The only reason I changed my mind about this job

is because Eva swore that she would run interference.

And now you're making a liar out of your own daughter,

and I don't think she would appreciate that.

You know what you need to do? You need to get a clue.

-[chuckles] -[stammering]

Yep!

Worth a thousand words.

Eva..

And... send.

Eva will have a lot more questions

about why you're shirking your responsibilities.

Huh.

No, I'm pretty sure Eva's familiar with the concept

-of a lunch break. -[phone buzzing]

Oh. And that should be Eva now.

I'll leave you to it.

[sighs]

Thank you for letting me know the rumor's out there.

Why aren't you more upset?

Leslie's trying to steamroll you into an instant marriage

and using you to hurt Chelsea.

I don't get how Chelsea figures into it.

Leslie reserved the same vendors and location

that Chelsea wanted for her wedding next spring.

-On the same date? -And backup dates.

That's how determined she is to ruin things for her.

Well, you can tell Chelsea not to worry.

Okay? I just had a chat with Leslie before I came here.

I told her she needs to cool it on all the wedding talk,

so she agreed to back off. Won't be a problem.

Well, you really don't know who you're dealing with, do you?

Plenty of people, including Eva,

have warned me that Leslie can take things to extremes.

[sighs] Right now, you may think it's all lollipops and roses

because Leslie likes you.

And she told you what you wanted to hear.

But what happens if things don't work out with Eva?

What happens if Leslie decides she likes someone better

for her baby girl and you're in the way?

Guess I'll deal with that if it happens.

[scoffs] So you're saying you think you can handle it?

What I'm saying is

Eva's worth it.

Unbelievable. You and Jacob are brothers.

Jacob found a partner with integrity and morals.

Meanwhile, you're moving in the opposite direction.

I think you need to learn how to separate Eva and Leslie

in your mind, okay? They're different people.

They're a team,

and the sooner you realize that, the better.

What I'm not gonna do is take advice about my girlfriend

from someone who barely knows her

and refuses to get to know her.

Okay, look, don't get me wrong, okay?

I'm a champion grudge-holder.

Okay? I see the appeal.

But you need to ask yourself whether yours

is really serving you

or if it's getting in your way.

Call it a grudge if you want,

but it's just plain common sense

to keep your distance from dishonest, dangerous people.

Hopefully, you won't have to learn it the hard way

like my dad did.

You could look at Ted and Leslie's history

and decide that he was the dangerous one.

I mean, toying with Leslie's feelings

and then just abandoning her?

The only person other than Leslie

who saw it that way was Eva,

and even she admits that she was brainwashed.

Look, here are the facts.

Leslie lured my dad into a disgusting affair

and then freaked out when he came to his senses.

Now, all these years later,

he's still trying to shake her loose.

[scoffs] Look...

...you really need to think about whether that's the future

you want to marry into.

[sighs]

[kiss] Thank you...

...for helping to turn my day around.

-[giggles] -I'm happy to...

[chuckles] ...to steal your attention away from anything

-that brings you down. -Mm.

And I'm still gonna talk to Uncle Ted

about Leslie's latest stunt.

-I appreciate that. -Mm-hmm.

But it can wait till tomorrow.

Okay.

Mmm.

That brings me to my next subject.

I got a last-minute offer to fill in for a friend.

Yeah. He had an emergency

and had to bail out on an assignment.

-What kind of assignment? -March Madness events and game.

But I told them that the timing was not good for me.

No, no, don't turn that down.

Are you sure?

I mean,

I know Anita's going through her-her new chemo regimen,

and I know how much you hate to see her going through that.

-Andre. -If you need me here,

-I want to be here. -[chuckles]

You really know how to melt a girl's heart.

[chuckles softly]

I will get by on FaceTime pep talks.

-[chuckles] -And-and, besides, Mother is hanging in.

She told us she doesn't want anyone in the family

halting their life for her.

She encouraged me to take that job offer from Tatum

and to move forward planning Chelsea's wedding.

So, yes, yes, you should go for it.

Okay. [chuckles]

All right.

I'll tell them that I accept it.

Oh!

But I'm really gonna miss the hell out of you.

Good.

Then you'll hurry back.

Mrs. Corefield was promised pain medication

over an hour ago.

That is 60 minutes of unnecessary suffering

for a woman recovering from major surgery.

Dr. Patel did put in the order.

I-I saw it in the system.

But it hasn't been processed yet.

Um...

You know, sometimes there's a delay from--

Unacceptable.

Pain management is not some luxury we provide

when convenient.

It is basic care.

I'm gonna need the name of the assigned nurse.

You know, we have been slammed since the start of the shift.

I assure you, Mrs. Corefield is going to get

her medication ASAP.

I am hearing excuses when I asked for accountability.

Look, I-I can't just sell out the other nurses

when I'm basically filling in.

I mean, they're just...

They're never gonna trust me.

Leadership is not about covering for mistakes.

It's about making sure they don't happen in the first place.

Sorry Ted couldn't join us.

Oh, me, too.

He's coming to the party though, right?

Aunt Monica, truth is I didn't invite him.

-[scoffs] -It's too much pressure,

with all my siblings being in town.

And you know they would grill him like a burger at a barbecue.

But why worry?

He'd-he'd pass with flying colors.

-[sighs] -Successful, sophisticated,

charming-- what's not to love, honey?

And he is the most sophisticated man I ever dated.

-Mmm. -But, no, still, I'm not in a rush

to put him through all that mess.

You've met his family, though, right?

Yeah, but that's different.

His ex-wife works at Garland.

His two daughters take turns helping him run his practice.

And are they supportive of him dating?

They seem to be.

Even the new one?

-The one he had with his mistress. -Mm.

Well, if you knew the mistress, then you would understand

why even Eva, the daughter he had with her,

doesn't want them together.

[sighs] Leslie stays doing the absolute most.

What is wrong with you? Why were you harassing Derek?

I was politely inquiring why he was here

in the middle of the day instead of at work.

This is your polite face?

LESLIE: Ew.

Mm. You know what, that man got on my last good nerve.

You cannot start raining hellfire down on employees

anytime they want to take a lunch break.

There's nothing wrong with that.

This is why Derek didn't want to deal with you

in the first place.

If you don't stop disrespecting him,

he's going to walk.

And then all the press about the free clinic

is gonna be about it going belly-up

its first month of operation.

Well, we can find a better manager

than that washed-up pretty boy.

You mean Ican.

Look, I'm gonna tell you this right now.

I'm not gonna waste my time recruiting new candidates

for you to beat up on.

So can you please just learn to control yourself?

Of course, baby girl.

Um, you might want to ask your dad

to give you some of that filler there.

'Cause you're starting to get worry lines.

-You are the best, Andre. -Hmm?

Going to bat for Chelsea and Madison.

Yeah. I'm sure Uncle Ted will want to help.

The divorce didn't change how much he cares about his nieces.

I'll wait to get my hopes up.

He never was able to stop Leslie from building

-that monstrosity of a house across from my folks. -Hmm.

-Yeah. -Maybe no one could.

Speaking of coming to my family's rescue,

it really was so kind of Ted to help my mother

when she was dehydrated after chemo.

[chuckles] It's good to see you finally cutting him some slack.

-[chuckles] -You were kind of harsh for a while.

-Sisterly loyalty. -Ah.

So...

how would you feel if we finally scheduled

that dinner we talked about?

You remember? We bumped into Uncle Ted and Shanice

-on Valentine's Day. -Mm.

Oh, yeah. I promise, I-I haven't been purposely putting it off.

It just slipped my mind with everything going on.

Yeah, no judgment.

Just a reminder.

So I will put it in the calendar

for when you get back from your trip.

[chuckles]

Thanks, babe.

You know what?

I'm not blind to how much this relationship means to you.

Ted's your uncle.

I am totally willing to put my personal issues aside.

Okay, okay. Uh...

Almost totally. [laughs] I got to say, it's a lot easier

now that he stopped badgering Nicole to get together.

Yeah. He and Nicole both seem to be doing better.

-It's true. -Mm-hmm.

-It's a wonder that finally happened. -Yeah.

Maybe because you set such a good example for them--

-moving on. -I am not taking credit for that.

-Uh-huh? -Supermodel, yes.

Role model, no.

[both chuckle]

Ted told me his ex-wife is fine with the two of you dating.

She is.

And I also told you that.

But all of you are working at the same hospital.

It's just a little hard...

to fathom.

Okay, it might make more sense

if you knew Nicole was dating Kial.

And that started before Ted and I were dating.

In fact, I'm the one who set them up.

-Did you? -Mm-hmm.

Did you have ulterior motives?

-I am not that devious. -Mm.

Nicole was dating a different doctor in the hospital,

and he couldn't make it to this big event she was going to,

-so I suggested Kial as a substitute. -Hmm.

Turns out, they hit it off and been dating ever since.

[chuckles] Was the doctor who got dumped mad at you?

Mm, well, no one got dumped.

Nicole's still dating him, too.

That's a little tricky, though.

Why? [scoffs]

Hmm. Because he's Ted's business partner.

And best friend.

Ooh, child, that hospital is messy.

Mm-hmm.

[laughing]

Hope I'm not interrupting.

Oh, I was gonna text you.

We need to talk about Eva.

Yeah, well, that's what I'm here to talk to you about.

I need you to fire our daughter.

I mean, don't frame it that way.

-Be your gentle self, of course. -[scoffs]

[chuckles] But just push her out of the nest.

I mean, I desperately need her to come manage the clinic

or else the whole thing is going to go under.

And Eva knows that she can just stop in, of course,

but she doesn't want to leave you in the lurch.

Unless you give her no other option.

But whatever you do,

do not tell her it's my idea.

Do you ever stop working people?

I can guess why you wanted to see me.

Did you and Mama argue after I left this morning?

We had a good talk.

-Really? -We did.

I thought things might have gone south,

especially since, after that, she took Derek's head off

for no reason.

Now I have to go to the clinic to try to smooth things over.

If Derek quits, the clinic is screwed.

Well, I am sorry to already be adding anything else

to your overflowing plate.

Maybe you can try to see the humor in this?

What now?

You and I are engaged.

Wait. [scoffs]

Wait, what?

Yeah, that's what your mom has been telling people.

Who did she say this to?

Not exactly sure, but...

I did hear about it from Kat.

Documentation errors, redundant notes.

No wonder patients are waiting for hours.

Even as a fill-in supervisor,

it is your responsibility to create an effective workflow

regardless of the circumstances.

I'll be damned if our reputation is dragged down

because you can't manage your team.

Of course.

-I'll course-correct. -You'd better.

Don't let it happen again.

[sighs]

You might be a little too close to this,

but I think it's a good thing

that you're on Nicole's good side.

Because that woman sounds vindictive.

Carrying on with Ted's best friend and business partner.

I know how it sounds,

-but it's not like that. -[scoffs]

Nicole's warm, kind, classy.

I mean, she couldn't get past what Ted did,

but she doesn't want to hurt him.

She and Dr. Fitzgerald have been friends for decades.

My guess is she just wanted to see if there was more there.

And everyone is just being mature

and handling the whole thing just fine.

Mm, they are now.

It was hard for Ted at first.

This is back when he was still hoping for reconciliation

between them two.

But I think he's accepted that...

that will never happen and he's moved on, too.

-Obviously. -Mm.

-A door closes, a window opens. -Hmm.

You're not worried at all?

-About what? -[stammers, scoffs]

I-If Nicole decides to open her door again.

Just even a crack.

Is this what's holding you back

from bringing Ted home to meet the family?

It's not an issue.

I'm sure Nicole will always care about Ted

like we all care about our exes.

-And she's moved on, too. -[clears throat]

And this, um, Leslie person?

[groans]

An irritant.

And you're at peace with all of this?

Leslie is not going away.

But as long as Ted's with me

and we are both enjoying

this sumpin'-sumpin' we've got going,

ain't nobody thinking about Leslie.

[scoffs]

So you're not gonna help me?

I am not firing our daughter.

And you should be glad, because that would make her

even more angry with you.

What the hell's going on with you?

Why are you causing Eva so many problems?

-[scoffs] -Are you not getting

enough attention from your new boyfriend?

Okay, well, that is a ridiculous accusation.

All right? I am thrilled that things are going well

-for Eva and her young man. -[scoffs]

He's a keeper.

Come on. He's handsome, intelligent, strong.

And I can already tell that he wants to be Eva's protector.

And that is a very, very attractive quality in a man.

Then there's the fact his father's the chief of police.

Inconsequential.

Admit it,

you're hoping that'll protect you better

than your new detective boyfriend, Marcel. Hmm?

Well, at least I'll never have to worry

about another traffic ticket again,

having a Hawthorne as a son-in-law.

[sighs] We all know you're hoping for wedding bells,

but Eva would like you to make it a little less obvious.

-As in back the hell all the way up. -Oh.

Well, I already had a similar conversation with Izaiah,

although his manners are superior to yours.

We came to an understanding.

-Oh, you both did? -Mm-hmm.

As in you and you?

Fine.

Don't take my word for it.

But I know you'll want to keep an eye on me day and night

to make sure that I'm being a good girl.

Because if I'm a bad girl,

then you probably want to give me a spanking,

-like the-- -No. Nope.

Nope. Nope. No.

We are not going there.

I'm trying to talk to you as a co-parent.

Stop crossing the line.

Yeah. Uncle Ted.

We're busy here.

We're actually done here.

I hope I got my point across.

I hang on your every word.

[chuckles softly]

Dre.

[growls]

Your timing is impeccable.

What's on your mind?

Leslie.

Niecy!

Come on in.

Can I get you something to drink?

-You want some water? -No, thanks.

I can't stay long.

I just told Chelsea something I heard,

and I wanted to tell you, too.

About the wedding?

Izaiah told me he and Eva aren't engaged.

They haven't even talked about marriage.

Are you telling me Leslie went to all that trouble

for the sole purpose of ruining Chelsea's plans?

Yep.

That is so vicious and small,

even for Leslie.

It was probably wishful thinking.

Leslie puts her wants where reality should be.

She was probably trying to pressure Izaiah

into becoming her son-in-law.

-Mm. -Whatever. The bitch is loco.

The point is there's no actual wedding planning happening.

[squeals]

[both laughing]

Yes.

I can hardly believe this.

So Mama booked a chapel for us to get married in?

Unless you want Westminster Abbey,

which... she probably could arrange that, too.

She is just so, so much.

Also, florists,

a caterer, band, strings.

[laughs] You know, I don't know if we have an officiant yet,

but guess she'd want that job.

Uh, okay, and when did she plan for this to happen?

Was she just gonna spring it on us this weekend?

Apparently, she booked us for the same days

Chelsea Hamilton was considering for her own wedding next spring.

Oh, my gosh.

I can imagine how the Duprees are reacting to this.

It'll be okay.

In what universe is this okay?

Look, when I spoke to your mother,

she didn't admit to arranging all this,

but she did promise to stop pushing so hard.

So, you know, there's a slight chance

that she already canceled some of these reservations.

-Do you know who you're dealing with? -[chuckles]

-You sound like your sister. -Because she knows

my mom doesn't just give up that easy.

Look, I don't even know who to call to cancel.

You know what?

Don't cancel it.

Well, Andre is talking to Ted right now,

so, hopefully, he'll be able to rein Leslie in,

and maybe Madison and Chelsea

will be able to have their dream wedding.

Well, we'll have to hire extra security

to keep Leslie from hijacking the whole thing.

I think we can count on Bills for security.

After what I pulled at his wedding? Yikes.

Aunt Dani, you were just hurt.

-Leslie is delulu. [chuckles] -[laughs]

If you say so.

Are you heading back to the Grands'?

Yep. I promised to set up a lunch for Gran

in the garden room.

-I mean, if she's feeling up to it. -Aw.

Kat, I really am touched that you've moved into the house

and can keep an eye on Mother and Daddy.

I'd do it myself in a heartbeat if I thought they'd let me.

Well, it's easier for me.

I'm the grandkid. They're predisposed to say yes.

-She's just so doggone independent. -I know.

I'm afraid she won't ask for help when she should.

She's actually getting better at that,

mostly because this new chemo regimen

doesn't leave her with enough energy to argue.

You know what? My schedule isn't heavy today.

Why don't I join you for lunch?

Say less.

Bet. Uh-huh.

-Ooh! -That's right.

-Still the cool auntie. [laughs] -Scuse me!

I can promise you,

Eva and Izaiah are not engaged.

And Eva had nothing to do with

making reservations at that chapel.

If Dani will let me know the date Chelsea wants

for her wedding,

one way or another,

I'll make sure it's available.

Man, I can't thank you enough.

[chuckles]

Oh.

Hey, I'm headed out of town, but, uh...

when I get back, we'd like to have you and Shanice over

for that dinner we talked about.

Uh, you, uh...

-may want to run that by your wife first. -Nah.

The invitation comes from both of us.

Yeah, my wife is done blaming you

for the crazy stunts Leslie pulls.

Okay, I don't get what you're saying.

So you don't want me to cancel our wedding plans?

Look, everybody keeps telling me

how wild and crazy Leslie can get.

Okay, relatively speaking,

blowing a lot of money on a party

seems pretty harmless.

I doubt Chelsea and her fiancée see it that way.

I think we can reach a compromise.

With Miss My Way Or The Highway?

Okay, look,

we let Leslie plan one hell of a party for one night.

Okay? And then we free up those other dates for Chelsea.

Then what are we supposed to do when that night rolls around?

Worst-case scenario,

we invite all our friends and have a blast,

with your mom footing the bill.

[snorts]

I see a flaw, Izaiah.

-Hit me. -You just moved to town,

and I'm basically a pariah, thanks to Mama.

-[scoffs] -Okay? So, um,

our guest list will be very short.

Things aren't just black and white, my lovely Eva.

You got to start thinking outside the box.

Okay, we have one year.

We'll make friends.

Or, hey, look, if the band's any good,

we can sell tickets and make it a fundraiser for the clinic.

-Okay, now, that idea actually has potential. -Mm-hmm.

And the best part is we'll be keeping Leslie too happy

and too busy to fixate on anything else.

Huh?

-Mm-hmm. -[chuckles]

-Mmm. I see you. I see you. -Come on. Come on.

-I see you. -[laughs]

I'd like to stop in and say hello to Ted.

SHANICE: Oh.

How does this woman know Ted?

Oh, never mind. I can guess.

One of his patients, here to get some work done?

Good for you, honey.

Better late than never.

-SHANICE: Excuse me. -Hmm.

This is Dr. McCormick,

a highly regarded oncologist.

-Dr. McCormick, this is Leslie Thomas... -Mm.

-...the woman who-- -I'm well aware.

Mm. Well, Ted's very busy.

So if that's who you're looking for,

you can just turn your little highly regarded self

right back on around

and get right back there on that elevator.

The way you are talking,

you are looking for trouble.

You keep giving my niece here a hard time

and you'll get twice what you can handle.

Am I making myself clear?

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