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You're young, you're fine, you're single, and you've been practicing all

day.

One drink.

Well, I have an audition coming up. Is it with the bill?

No, it's some session work.

Okay, so how about you audition for some dick instead?

Because that's the only session work you need, girl.

No, no, I can't.

Listen, when you get your own play, you can practice as much as you want all

night. But you live under my roof. You live under my rules. Oh, wow. Get your

ass up. Get ready. We going out. We getting drunk. Come on, bitch. Come on.

Move that ass, sister.

All right, ladies. Cheers.

To making mistakes.

Hopefully I make a big one.

Uh -oh, I know that face. For real.

You know I'm gasping in the morning.

No problem. Most of these dudes won't last five minutes.

At all. Okay.

But seriously, Leigh, you know we love you and we support you.

Girl, you working too damn hard. You gotta live a little bit.

Bitch, yeah.

No, I'm good, girl. I'm good.

You're too good. That's your problem.

Let's go. Get another drink.

Boost it up.

Thank you.

Thank you.

The very thought of you And

I forget to do

The little ordinary

things That everyone ought to do

I'm living in

of daydream I'm happy as a king

and foolish though it may seem

to me that's everything

It's just about the energy you give, you know? All right.

Hey,

is something wrong?

It's just I don't usually do this.

Right. Of course not.

I didn't mean to presume you did.

Maybe another time.

Maybe just this once?

It's just the thought of you, the very thought of

you.

Mark.

All have the potential to be incredible musicians.

And learning to play well with others can create something magical.

You both did amazing work today. I'm so proud of you. All right. Hope I get to

come back again.

Bye.

That was really beautiful.

Sorry to startle you, but I was in the hall.

And when you started to play, I had to stop and listen.

Thank you.

Audra Jelani.

Layla Calloway.

Playing is extraordinary.

Are you with the Philharmonic?

No. I wish.

They hold auditions once a year, and I made it to the second round twice.

But with talent like yours, I'd say third time's a charm.

Do you believe in fate or serendipity, Leila?

I came here to meet with someone about tutoring my granddaughter, and sadly I

was stood up.

So you're looking for a tutor?

Yes. A full -time live -in music tutor for Zuri.

Her mother's nearing full term, and with the new baby coming, she'll have less

time to devote to Zuri's needs, and we need somebody who's focused on her,

especially with her recital coming up in a few weeks.

Respectfully, Miss Jelani, I'm extremely flattered, but you don't even know me.

I tell you what.

Why don't you come to our home and meet Zuri?

We'll have tea.

Layla, so glad you made it. So were my directions clear enough?

Oh, they were very easy. I made it straight here and it was... Well,

Oh, it's gorgeous.

Yeah, it's remarkable, isn't it?

Custom made in Italy.

This house belongs to my daughter, but this is a one piece. It's my design.

Let's have that tea we talked about.

Thank you. You're welcome.

It's a Malawian blend.

It's delicious.

Are you seeing anyone?

I don't mean to pry. I'm just wondering about other commitments.

Just my music.

True artist.

And what about family? Any siblings?

Just me.

Well, a few things you should know.

This is a hypoallergenic house.

All clothing must be natural fibers, so we'll provide you uniform.

And most importantly, we don't allow any non -organic food.

Perry has many allergies that could send her into anaphylaxis.

And we keep allergy pens in the kitchen, just in case.

Her mom is very protective.

Imani.

Imani, I have someone I want you to meet, darling.

Imani.

This is Layla Calloway.

She's, um...

Here for the tutoring positions.

Hi. It's so nice to meet you.

Pretty.

Thank you.

Your home is absolutely exquisite. And I am just so honored to be here. I will

make sure not to let your family down.

I can't wait to work with your daughter. It's really gonna...

Have a good session.

Yes.

Zuri is Imani's by her first marriage. She was modeling in New York, and she

this rap artist named RGB.

Perhaps you've heard of him. RGB?

Reginald Garvey Bell?

Yes, of course. Everybody knows who he is. He was... Talented, yes.

But unfortunately, he couldn't overcome his...

Upbringing, you know.

Gangs, drugs.

And he overdosed.

It happened on Suri's fourth birthday.

So we try not to talk about him.

Of course.

I understand.

Good.

My son -in -law is a music manager.

He worked with Reginald.

In fact, that's how he and my daughter met.

I am sure that he would be anxious to hear you play.

He's very well connected at the Philharmonic. Really?

Let's meet your potential student, shall we?

Jury, stop playing, please.

Jury, stop playing now.

You first, Graham.

Sorry,

this is Layla, a remarkable musician.

who I hope we'll be seeing more of.

Hi, Suri.

Say hello, Suri.

If you die in your dreams, you die in real life.

Did you know that?

No, I didn't.

Be careful what you dream.

C minor F

minor

C minor Or you can go C

minor F minor G7

You're still dying.

D -flat major, back to C minor.

Once you master triads, you can build any harmony you want.

Every chord tells a story.

It's up to you what you want the music to say.

God damn.

And you get to live here, too?

Mm -hmm.

Their daughters already need special assistance, and it's just easier that

Girl, look at this.

Half of these songs came out after he passed.

He's more popular now than he was alive.

And? And I'm just worried. That type of money, that makes people crazy.

OK, for what they paid me, I will deal with crazy.

$2 ,500 a week.

Car payments, student loans, couch surfing.

And you know that was never a problem.

I know, but it's just this job will allow me to pay off debt and teach

It's the perfect opportunity for now. So don't worry.

Well, I only worry because I love you.

I know, but it's also very... I really connected with her today.

I can tell she's brilliant and curious.

And she reminds you of Anaya.

Girl,

you know your sister would be so proud of you.

And Zuri's very lucky to have you.

You know that.

Dre, turn the game off and wash up. And give me those hot shoes.

Your keys.

Oh, hi, I'm Layla. I'm Zuri's new piano tutor.

I need your keys, not your hand.

Yeah, um, sorry about that.

I'll make certain it's properly maintained.

Yeah, just...

Try not to clean the rest off.

It's the only thing keeping this baby going.

And quite a bit of luck, I would imagine.

Hi, I'm Wayla.

Sammy, come.

I'll take you to your room.

Thank you.

You are in the ghetto.

You want to play?

You go outside.

Day, night, it doesn't matter.

It used to be a recording studio.

The walls, the windows, all soundproof.

No one will hear a sound.

Thank you.

Where's your room?

Only the nanny stays here.

The nanny and them.

Oh, I'm just the piano suitor.

You hungry, Truta?

No, thank you.

You want anything?

You ask.

Otherwise, you stay out.

Kitchen is my place.

And everyone in this house, they know their place.

Hmm?

Hmm.

Hey, why'd you stop?

You were playing really beautifully.

Okay, we're going to try it again.

This time, let the music flow right through you, okay?

Tutoring would be your primary focus, but you'd be responsible for the odds

ends from time to time.

Odds and ends?

Yeah, you're helping out here and there.

I see.

Excited to see your teachers?

Kind of.

Breathe, and allow the notes to flow through your fingers, okay?

Your turn.

Oh, Layla!

Imani likes her green drink after her nap.

Please put that back in the refrigerator.

Nice finger work.

We'll also need to pick a great recital piece for you.

Ambition is nothing to hide from. The line between prosperity and poverty is

razor thin.

Believe me, I've been there.

That's it.

Oh, good, sorry.

You have to take your opportunities where they come.

You'll get your shot.

Good morning, Timmy.

Audra asked if I could help with the paraben.

How is that?

I wonder what she's going to ask you to help with next.

Okay, apron, second drawer.

Okay.

Is that for Zuri?

Hold on a second.

Let me... What is that?

It's Femi's breakfast.

Femi told me to. I don't care what Femi said. You're serving it, aren't you?

What is it?

It's, um... It's a vegan pancake with coconut cream, berries, and

a banana.

Well done, Layla.

Put the plate down.

Of course.

Oh.

I truly like the way you speak. Imani.

It's all right, my green drink. Bye.

Guri, you know the rules.

No devices at the table and take the mask off. You can eat a beautiful

breakfast. Thank you. Is there anything else you'd like?

Mmm, sounds like daddy's home.

Oh, Layla, have Jamie prepare another plate for Marcus.

I truly like the

way you spell.

Do your penmanship as well. You wrote. You got to be making faces now.

Take that off.

I like it.

She looks like a Devaney Amazon.

I see we have a new warrior.

Who might you be?

Hi.

Hello. How are you?

For Christ's sake, I just had the floors redone. Femi?

Femi?

Marcus, this is Layla, the new nanny.

Not the best first impression.

I'm so sorry.

Nice to meet you, Layla.

Don't worry. It's all right.

Mistakes happen.

Baby, how was your trip?

Not too bad. Yeah? Hi.

And how's that group you were chasing? Did you close the deal?

Still playing hard to get, but it'll come around.

What is the issue? Surely they've seen your roster and the success you've had

with the Bat -Cat Club. Mother, please. He's a genius. Mother, please. He just

got back. Please.

Please. All right.

Why don't you sit down and have breakfast with us, huh?

Thanks, but I'm not hungry.

I have something on the plane.

All I need is a shower and a kiss from you.

Enjoy.

What are you doing here?

What do you want? Money?

How did you even find me?

Are you serious?

Your mother -in -law hired me to tutor Zuri, okay?

That's insane.

I didn't know. I swear.

Do you expect me to believe that this is all just a weird coincidence?

Well, guess what? It doesn't matter.

Because I quit right now.

I know this job was too good to be true. Hold on. It's not your goal.

Just hold on.

No one knows about this. No one has to find out.

Look, I'm sorry.

Okay? I made a mistake.

A mistake?

Look, if you want to quit, I won't stand in your way.

It's just Imani's been unsettled recently, and if you leave now, she'll

suspicious.

I'm afraid of what she might do to herself, to the baby.

Is Audrey Payne all right?

Mm -hmm.

I'll double it.

And please, please stay a few days.

Zuri, what have I told you about sneaking up on people, huh?

I heard whispering.

We were, um, discussing your mom's baby shower.

I asked if Layla could help plan it.

You said I could help plan it.

So I thought maybe you could use an assistant.

Isn't that right?

Layla. At your service, Eddie Mattel.

Well, I'll, uh, leave you to it, then.

It's okay.

I don't need much help.

But I think maybe you will.

Hey, girl, what's up?

Hey, girl, listen.

Okay, so it says here that they auctioned a box kiosk for $30 million.

Is that for real?

They white people rich.

Mind your business. I'm just trying to live vicariously through you, okay?

Mm -hmm. Anyway, how is the champagne life?

It's complicated.

Complicated? Good or what?

Well, remember, um, I told you about that guy I met at the diner? Yes, the

interesting man alive.

Yes. The best sex you ever had guy?

Yes. Torpedo dick. Jasmine.

What about him?

OK. Well, um, turns out he lives here.

He's the husband.

Jess?

Yes. One week with the other side, and you already wiling. I love this for you.

I didn't think you had it in you. I can't even hold you.

What happened to you being worried about me? That was before I saw this

beautiful ass black man.

God damn.

I just know he packing.

Nah, he's married. It's what he is.

Which goes against my policy.

She probably knows all about it. These rich people, they be freaky as hell. I'm

telling you. I'm on the clock, Jazz.

Girl, you're fucking the boss. You can do whatever you want, okay? I mean...

Brynn, mind your business and eat your...

all these flakes on the ground i'm not vacuuming that hold on what what's wrong

you okay let me go lay did you

the girls don't know how to say a proper goodbye that's just rude

Hello?

Yeah, I think it's fine. Just, um, making space.

Mother insists I wear the new season, and Marcus has seen me in half of these

already, so... What do you think of Marcus?

He's, uh... He's, uh... Yeah.

I know.

He's beautiful.

And he's rich.

Women claw each other's eyes out for men like him.

Do you have a man?

No. A woman?

No.

Sexy little thing like you, you should be enjoying yourself with whoever you

want.

True love is dangerous.

It's terrifying.

If not, then what's the point?

Have you ever been choked during sex?

It's the best orgasm you'll ever have.

Have Femi drop these off at Goodwill. I won't hear the end of it if Mother sees

them.

F sharp? Mm -hmm.

D, F sharp. You got it.

You are a natural.

Give me that.

I don't think I know this one.

Is this a very original?

For the song you were playing, it was beautiful.

I'd love to hear you play that song again.

Could be our little secret.

That was so beautiful, Zuri.

Thank you for sharing that with me.

It also makes me feel kind of sad.

How does it make you feel?

Just alone.

Miss Jelani, I was wondering if I could ask you something.

Of course.

And please call me Audra.

Yes.

It's about Zuri.

I was wondering about play dates.

Oh, we don't do that.

Our focus is more on Zuri's education and her self -actualization.

Yes, but...

Socialization is just as important, and I worry about her.

We don't pay you to worry.

She's had a hard time these past few years.

I don't suppose she's mentioned anything to you about her biological father?

Memory? Anything like that?

She's the one who found him.

Oh, my God.

She was uncommunicative for months, but then after a few months of counseling,

she started to come out of her shell, speaking in her own unique way.

That mask seemed to help.

Her father gave it to her as a wall hanging, but she seemed to treat it like

security blanket.

I don't think that's what it is, Miss Delaney.

Respectfully, I think it's more of a shield.

Something that she wears to protect herself when she feels something is

Well, I'd have to say that she has been wearing it less frequently,

so she must be feeling more...

Protect it.

Perhaps thanks to you.

Layla, we all appreciate you.

But sometimes it's hard to watch someone come in and connect when we've been

struggling.

Especially Imani.

You know what?

Why don't you join us for dinner tomorrow night?

Having us all together like family might just be the thing everyone needs.

Would you?

Of course.

Fantastic. You know, Fridays we dress for dinner, so I'll find something for

you.

I'm so excited.

This is my book. Would you like to read it?

Practice your tenses, okay?

I was hoping to catch a tutor.

The group I'm trying to sign has a lyric and he translated.

Can you help me out?

It's, um...

It's that one, right there.

I made a... Oh, hang on, smarty pants.

Um... Layla.

Would you mind transcribing?

Sure.

Thanks.

I made a mistake.

And now she's... gone.

My heart...

Is broken.

And I can't go on.

That's really sappy.

There's something lost in translation, sure.

But it's less about the words and more about how they make you feel.

Did you, uh, get all that?

Yeah.

Have a great day, Bill.

I'll have a few recital pieces to practice when you get home, okay?

Oh,

you look beautiful.

Hi, sorry. I hope I'm not too late.

Not at all.

I fished it out of the pile.

It would be a shame to let it go to waste, don't you think?

Oh, that presentation is marvelous.

Beautiful. Family, please enjoy your dinner.

Thank you. Thank you, family. Of course.

Mmm, I smell the scallion.

There's something wrong with your food, baby.

I like when Layla makes it.

Can we just say grace now?

Yes.

Heavenly Father, we thank you for this meal and the blessings before us.

Watch over this family and guide our thoughts and actions.

Help us recognize our transgressions and give us strength to be faithful in our

commitment.

Fill our hearts with love and humility that we may serve others selflessly and

honor your name.

Give us grateful hearts, O Father, for all thy mercies.

And make us mindful.

Layla.

Gray circle at the table.

I... I didn't... No, I'm sorry.

It's okay.

Cleanse me from my sins and restore me to your grace.

Cleanse me from my sins.

And restore me to your grace.

In your name we pray.

Amen. Amen.

Amen.

Bon appetit.

Layla.

Layla.

Cleanse me from my sin.

Cleanse me from my sin.

I need siblings.

Just me.

Layla.

Be careful what you dream.

And this one, pianissimo, it means very soft.

You know, they kind of trade off, like a game of hide -and -seek.

You know hide -and -seek, right?

Sure. They play it at school sometimes.

It's all rather silly, though.

My mom says it's important to be mature.

To be a child.

To be a victim.

Well, it's okay to enjoy still being a kid.

You've still got a few years left.

Get away.

It's okay. It's just a little bee.

Get away.

Okay. All right. We're going to go inside. Come on. Get away from me. Come

It's all right.

I can promise you those bees are way more scared of you than you are of them.

It's got me.

Hey, let me see.

Oh, God.

Oh, God. Okay. Okay. Stay right here.

She'll be okay.

Although she will be okay in future, have an allergy pen on you at all times.

Thank you, Doctor. We will.

Thank you.

without our permission.

You did this?

I'm sorry.

You thought what? You thought what? You thought what?

We don't pay you to think!

Jesus Christ! You're not Zuri's family! Do you understand that?

You're not even her friend. We pay you to spend time with her!

You're the help!

Layla, do you understand that?

What the fuck are you thinking? Imani! Do you understand that?

It was.

I was so worried.

Well, now I'm getting worried about you again.

Jack, I'm okay.

You're getting too caught up, Leigh.

She's not Anaya.

You don't owe these people anything.

I can't just leave her.

Sorry about Mommy.

Sometimes she gets mad and does bad things, but she doesn't mean to.

It's okay.

She was just worried.

I was too.

And your grandma and your dad.

We're just so happy that you're okay.

Marcus isn't my real dad.

My real dad died when I was little.

I know.

I'm sorry.

Thank you for helping me.

I will always

Thank you.

Hey.

Hey.

Can I get you a drink?

I shouldn't.

Just this once.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

Average tape, reel to reel.

That's what RGB made his recordings with.

I'm sure Zuri's told you all about it.

No, actually.

It's over a thousand hours.

You know, once he got his own studio, he insisted on recording everything.

Part of his genius, I guess.

His voice is still with us.

And even in death, his legacy lives on.

Mike, I'm sorry for your loss.

Well, that's what the whiskey's for.

Until things blow over.

Imani's in one of her dark seasons.

She's gone through a lot, you know.

You don't need to make excuses for her.

I just wanted to protect Reggie's legacy.

Look after his people.

He was my guy.

The family was everything to him.

And with my own child on the way.

I understand that now more than ever.

I lost someone too.

My sister.

She would have been 30's age.

She had asthma.

We didn't know how severe until...

She died before the ambulance even got there.

Died in my arms.

Oh, David Furry.

I know this is wrong, but being with you was...

The first time I felt anything in a long time.

When I close my eyes, all I see is you.

Life at night.

I did not meet you first.

But Imani... Don't worry about Imani.

I only want you.

Oh my God.

Never too much, never too much, never too much, never too much.

A -A -D -D, oh my God. A -A -D -D, oh my God. A -A -D

-D, oh my God. A -A -D -D, oh my God.

I'm up in your city.

You make me feel alive.

So did you have a good day?

Yeah.

Did you know that under the fur, tigers have striped skin?

No, I didn't know that. Each pattern is unique.

Kind of like a fingerprint.

Okay, so don't tell me you're going to try to get a pet tiger now, are you?

No. I don't think my snake would like sharing a claw with a tiger.

are cool. Their stripes are like camouflage that mimic vegetation.

This helps them better navigate their surroundings.

And not only does it help them to ambush prey, but also to avoid danger.

Who was she?

We don't know yet.

We're trying to find out.

Look, Reg meant a lot to a lot of people.

His music's powerful and sometimes it makes folks crazy.

What happened?

There was an incident at the school. I didn't ask you. What happened?

Someone tried to get Zoe's attention, but Eric handled it and everything is

okay. Why didn't you come and get me?

Because... We didn't want to wake you. Wake me?

Layla, could you draw me a bath, please?

I can do that. I asked, Layla.

Could you help me with my legs, please?

Marcus used to do this for me.

We used to take baths together.

Couldn't keep his hands off of me.

He used to make me these little origami figures with love notes in the folds.

He used to do a lot of things.

I didn't want you here, you know?

I told them I didn't need help, but Marcus, the mother, insisted, and so I

Oh, the baby's kicking.

Come here.

Come here.

I'm just really scared.

I see so much of retch and theory.

Life is so fleeting. Yeah.

The people you love could be gone in an instant.

Yeah.

You could be gone in an instant.

Shit. I dropped my ring. It's okay. I got it.

You're here. You're here. It's okay.

Here it is.

Suri, I am so sorry.

You now have my full undivided attention.

Are you okay, Leela?

Suri, I want you to listen very closely.

Sometimes when you feel something is wrong, it's okay to be extra careful and

trust your instincts.

Does Zulu believe that instincts were a guide from ancestral spirits?

Yes, that is a very good way to think about it.

What if something feels off, but you don't know why?

Then you do everything in your power to protect yourself, and you listen to

those ancestors.

What are the ancestors telling you?

You can't answer that, can you?

I know this is complicated.

But whatever this is...

It's real, Layla.

The real's worth fighting for.

There's a jazz standard called Never Let Me Go.

It's gonna be played at the baby shower.

You know it?

Mm -hmm.

And we wanted the band to play it, but I thought...

Cool.

My friend from the Phil will be there.

I think that you should play it.

A violin solo.

It'll be a great opportunity.

Your own private show, basically.

Oh, my God, Marcus.

Thank you.

You deserve it.

These are presents. Let's put them here.

Oh, honey, you made it. Audra made them. You did.

Oh, the gifts are over there. Please get a drink.

Oh, that's beautiful.

Thanks. Yes.

Give him that bell pose, darling.

Zuri, smile.

Oh, thank God she doesn't have the mask.

Oh, hello.

Hey.

Hey.

Is that really her?

Sure is.

She's your ticket.

What if I'm not ready?

You've never been more ready.

I'll introduce you.

Come on.

Okay.

This is your shot.

Meet the mama.

Ladies and gentlemen, it's my great pleasure to introduce a very special

Let's celebrate their new addition and help me welcome to the dance floor

and Imani Walker.

And

now,

we're in for a real treat.

We have the lovely Layla Calloway on her violin.

talent like yours?

I'd say third time's a charm.

Stop it.

Get on with yourself.

Just sit.

This is bullshit.

Well,

sorry

about that, everyone. A band, please.

Please come and join this beautiful couple on the dance floor.

Cheers.

Yeah.

You really disappointed me, Leila.

Amani had her suspicions, but I didn't think you were capable.

Until now.

We'll find a way to tell Zuri. She'll be heartbroken, you know.

You have this week to finish preparing for her recital.

Before we part ways.

I really got better of you.

You owe us.

You owe Zuri.

It's for the best.

This place kills you or makes you wicked.

I found her address.

She wants to meet.

Girl, are you sure about this?

There's something going on in that house.

It's Zuri.

I feel like she's trying to tell me something, like she's in danger, and I'm

only one in that house who could hear her.

Look, I know it sounds crazy, but I at least want to hear what she has to say.

You got my back, right?

Yeah, bitch.

Always.

Still no more fucking?

Jasmine!

Reg had an after -school program.

Because it's hard and so... You know, his way of staying connected to the

community, you know?

I was on the board, took care of the financials.

A few months after he passed, they called and said the rent check bounced.

Now, he had a trust set up, enough money to run that place for years, decades.

Come to find, it got amended.

But they wouldn't tell me why or by who.

Toxicology report, really.

Died of an overdose.

Overdose.

Bullshit, I said.

Rich was scared somebody was trying to steal his money.

Money that was meant for Lurie, that if anything happened, he left something in

the house to prove it.

What did he leave?

He wouldn't stay.

That business, all them people around him had him so...

Paranoid. He didn't even trust his own mother.

I know how this sounds, but I promise you, my

son did not die in the overdose.

He might have killed him.

Layla. Thanks for the sweet tea.

Layla. Thanks for having us.

Layla.

Imani can't get around that trust.

Layla, come on.

Whatever Rich left in that house, you need to find it first.

For Suri's sake.

I beg you.

I'll do what I can.

Girl, that bitch is crazy.

Mamas never believe their kids are doing drugs.

I bet even Snoop Dogg Mama is in denial.

Hey, you don't actually believe all that stuff she was saying, right?

No.

Okay. Don't tell your face.

And please get my ass home quick.

I need to hold my crystal.

Now if you die in your dreams, you die for real.

It's like the walls closing in, that's how I feel.

I could tell something off, it don't feel right. I know snakes move in

but they will bite. Now if you die in your dreams, you die for real. It's like

the walls closing in, that's how I feel. I could tell something off, it don't

feel right.

I know snakes move in silence, but they will bite. I said it's RGB, nothing

harder than me.

Be still.

There was a time you couldn't wait to get this over with.

But now you're hesitating. It doesn't suit you.

I'm not hesitating.

I'm being cautious.

I just don't like what we can't control.

We have to find out what she knows.

I agree.

Who sends her a motherfucker?

And then we do what needs to be done.

Just like we planned.

Because soon you'll have the son I always promised you.

And we'll be a real family, okay?

Should you be in here?

It's my house, isn't it?

But Imani... She's... resting.

You going somewhere?

I was just getting ready to pick up Zuri and have our last lesson.

No lesson tonight.

Zuri has a after -school thing with friends.

She'll go home late.

Well, then it looks like I have the night off.

Audrey needs your help in the kitchen.

It's dinner time.

I should

change. No.

Join us.

It's our last meal.

Fed.

It's been so long since I prepared a meal.

The main course will be ready shortly.

Layla, you know the rules.

No devices at the table.

We

wanted

to talk to you about Zuri.

So has she talked to you at all about her biological father?

She actually doesn't talk about him.

It wouldn't be a violation of her trust for you to share something with us.

Come on, Layla.

All we want to know is what Zuri's told you about Reg.

What she's told me?

Yeah.

Guess what she's told me.

Yeah,

she has told me that her dad... gave her that mask that she wears, and that he

loved African history.

She also told me that she doesn't really think about him very much, that she

barely remembers him, and how she thinks of you as her father

now.

I cut the bullshit.

We know that you met with Charmaine.

Was that Gloria's idea or yours?

No.

You don't have much more time, Layla.

Mm -mm.

Tell us what Zuri knows.

You wouldn't want her getting hurt now, would you?

Zuri doesn't know anything.

What did Charmaine tell you?

Hmm?

What did you find?

Tell us what you found.

She's gonna... They know her.

I could never hurt her, dear.

I pay people to do it for me.

What did you find?

What did you find?

Look in her violin case.

Thankfully she keeps her little love note.

Why are you doing this?

Reg was selfish.

Short -sighted. He left everything to Zuri.

And we stand to inherit nothing.

My son gets nothing.

And I made that motherfucker.

So you used me.

We needed someone Zuri would trust.

And Armani would hate.

When it's all over, Armani will tell the story.

And there'll be no doubt.

It's simple.

You saw a pathway of excellence through our family. You were obsessed with

Marcus and slept with him under the same roof of his pregnant wife. And when he

finally rebuffed you, you lost control and tried to attack her at her very own

baby shower.

Dozens of prominent community members saw it and witnessed it.

You wanted revenge.

You wanted to hurt Imani by taking away the one thing that she really loved.

You were more than negligent with Zuri. Our family doctor will attest to that.

And when that attempt didn't work, I've got dinner.

You purposefully fed Zuri food that you knew she was deathly allergic to.

Layla made it special for you.

And practically.

Three die.

That's a good little girl.

The guilt was just too much for you to bear.

I made a mistake.

And now she's gone.

And now she's gone.

My heart is broken.

And I can't go on. And I can't go on. And I can't go on. That's beautiful

handwriting.

And badly and nicely.

You tragically took your own life.

Dinner's over.

And the child?

I believe in money, power, and spec.

First you get the money, then you get the motherfucking power.

After you get the fucking power, motherfuckers rule your life.

You take yours while you proud about it. Well, step out the horse.

Take my prayers now.

Audrey brought me dinner, but something didn't feel right, so I trusted my

instincts.

You listened to the inspector?

Uh -huh.

I took two bites and smashed the rest.

She hates my mask.

I'm going to go find your mom, okay?

And we're going to get out of here.

Do you have anywhere you could hide?

What did I tell you, huh?

No changes.

That's what I said.

I'm looking after your legacy here. Zuri is my legacy. She's three years old.

But if something happens to you, God forbid to her.

The fuck you just say?

And why are you so worried about me all of a sudden, huh? I ain't going nowhere.

We both know you haven't been yourself lately. You trying to gaslight me right

now? Reg, you're paranoid.

And you fired.

Are you sure you want to do this? I just did.

Get the fuck out of my sight.

This is Reginald Garvey Bell, October 10th, 2020.

Something's been off.

I wasn't sure until now, but if you're hearing this, maybe I ain't around no

more.

Something happened to me, and it was Marcus Walker that did it.

Follow the money.

I would never hurt Zuri.

I was trying to save her.

She was supposed to be about the money.

No one was supposed to get hurt.

But I thought you two... together.

She blackmailed me.

Threatened to hurt Zuri if I didn't go along.

I had to please her.

You gotta believe me.

You believe me, don't you?

What is worse?

I was starting to like you.

Why is this the hand that makes all that pretty music?

Where's Zuri?

Where is Zuri?

We have to find Zuri. She can't be far.

Layla, you are wasting my time.

You couldn't save your sister, and you can't save Zuri.

You keep Anaya out of this.

But she's a big part of the narrative.

That's why we chose you.

Because if you let your own little sister die with another little black

Fuck you, you old miserable bitch!

Miserable bitch.

Mommy!

Mommy!

I'm coming, baby.

I'm coming.

Get your ass in. Terry.

Terry, it's okay.

Come on.

Come on.

You thought you

could outsmart me?

That's okay.

What now?

There's more food on the stove.

Force feed her if you have to. We have to make this look right.

daughter.

Your own blood.

How could you?

I used to be sweet like you.

Doing people's laundry, doing people's dishes.

Waiting on rich people hand and foot.

And I vowed that no number of my family would ever want for anything ever again.

We need to rethink all of this. Shut up!

I gave my daughter every opportunity.

Education. Exposure. Financial security. Only to watch her fall flat on her face

in love with that ghetto trash. So no, this one?

This one is no kin to me.

Audra. But the birth of my grandson will bring a new legacy of excellence.

And its name will be Jelani.

You already have the money.

How could you kill him as a child?

Could lose their dog, motherfucker.

Does she make you feel alive now, Marcus?

I can't hear you.

Imani.

They were trying to hurt Zuri, and I stopped them. But don't worry, Mommy.

You'll make it all right.

Be careful, the baby.

Don't worry, Mommy. We'll make it all right.

Just stay where you are.

Listen, I'll come up there and get you.

Don't move.

I'm going to come and get you.

I'm going to come and get you.

Please.

Layla.

Layla.

Are you okay?

I, I can't sleep, never You're on my brain forever

On me like a fever Don't wanna have to let you go today I can't sleep when

you're out at night But if you don't come back, I know you'll Pop your pills

you can numb the pain Hold my breath until I turn and blow Bite my tongue

it's late and true Close my eyes till I'm next to you You don't know

that we've been through Until I fall so I never miss your call I wanna be there

for you through it all Don't ever wanna see you fall

Something unpredictable.

One day you're good, the next you're in the hole.

Where are you escaping from?

Are you hard as rock? Be safe with me.

Press your heart, no, you don't have to run.

Hold my breath until I turn and blow. Bite my tongue till it's played in

Close my eyes till I'm next to you. They don't know everything that we've been

through. Until I fall so I never miss your call. I want to be there for you

through it all. Don't ever want to see you fall.

I need some more and some more. Every little thing that you do makes me want

more. Little more and more.

Every little thing that you do makes me want more.

I'm too close to my mistake.

But every little thing that you do makes me want more. You should be on summer

beach right now. You look good, baby. You look sexy right now. Right now. Go

ahead. Turn that thing right round. Ass off. Make me want to see my teeth bite

down. We could leave if they ain't sleep right now. That's me. Keep that body on

T right now. Can't tell me nothing is your theme right now. Girl, you the

hottest thing in the streets right now. I know. You look like you should come

with a warning.

Look like everything I ever wanted.

So, girl, we need to record it. Can't wait to run it back in the morning I

some more and some more Every little thing that you do makes me want more

make me want some more Baby, make me want some more

Bread.