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Might as well be mine.

Might as well be mine.

So what now?

She needs a coach.

All right, I'll make a list of the best of the best.

Thanks.

That's it? Anything else?

There's something else that I want to ask you, but I'm afraid that you're not

going to like it. I mean, it's nothing bad. It's just ambitious.

Well, let's hear it.

Would you be willing to set up a set for Lauren at Max's club?

Lauren solo?

Yeah. Very intimate, acoustic.

You think she's ready for that?

Yeah, I know she is, just as long as it's intimate.

What about Eddie?

In regards to what?

Participating. I would love that. I just didn't even think I could ask. I thought

I was already pushing my luck.

Yeah, because I'm thinking this could be a really cool idea if Eddie was

involved. But I want this to be low-key, and low-key and Eddie don't really go

together. Yeah, but this will take him back to his roots.

You have a plan, don't you?

Uh, maybe.

All right, well, spill it. I told you this.

Okay, um, I heard some of Eddie's new stuff.

Okay, and what'd you think?

I'm not so sure about it.

You know, I think he's moving in the wrong direction, and I have no clue how

to tell him. You think once he plays the new stuff live and gets some feedback...

If they love it, then I'll be happy to admit that I was wrong.

Yeah, then if they hate it, they'll get the message and he can't blame you.

That's pretty devious.

No, trust me. My job is to protect Eddie by any means necessary.

All right, well, if this gives Lauren her concert, who am I to argue?

Okay. I'll call Max and set it up.

Good to see you. You get to the point.

Why are you here?

I was lying in the hospital, and I just kept thinking about everything that I

did to you. It made me sick.

Good. Eddie. Just tell me why you're here or leave. I don't want theatrics. I

don't want you to try and manipulate my emotions. Just say it.

Help me get on with my life so I can stay out of yours forever.

You really expect me to help you after everything you've done to me?

I do.

Because I might be bad, but you're not. And that's one of the reasons why I fell

in love with you.

Yeah, well, maybe I'm not as good as you think.

You are.

I'm sorry.

You're right. I shouldn't have come here. And I have no right to ask you.

You're doing it anyway.

I'm sick of modeling.

Why? You're so good at it.

That's not the point.

Then what's the point, Chloe?

I met with Oz.

And he's going to offer me a movie, but only on one condition.

He wants me for the Grease remake.

Yeah, he really wants you. Yeah, he had Connor bring me the script.

So what did you think? Does it matter?

Yeah, are you going to do it? Is that why you're here?

Eddie, it's one meeting. One meeting with Oz. And then I can have a career

and I won't have to move back to Fresno with Jackie.

You are unbelievable.

We're out of money.

Yeah, we're out of money. I spent it all trying to cover up my lies and trying to

get you back.

That's as honest as I can be.

I'll make you a deal.

What?

If I say yes, I never want to see you again after that, you understand?

Where have you been?

Why do you even pretend that you really care?

I do care.

Like it or not, everything you do is my business. I'm your father.

I want you to start treating me like your father.

Where is this all coming from?

He didn't care about me before.

Watch your tone.

All right?

I'm not 10 anymore, Dad.

Well, you act like you want me to leave you alone, so I try to respect that.

Your compassion is just breaking my heart.

I know something's going on with you.

What is it?

Why don't you do us both a favor and just go back to your girlfriend, okay?

We're not talking about me.

Why not?

Everything is just about you.

You don't care about me.

My whole life has been about you parading girl after girl around here

acting like they're going to be my next mom.

That's what's important to you.

Sorry you feel that way.

Really?

So if I needed you, you'd be there for me?

No questions asked, even if I screwed up.

What'd you do, kid?

Nothing, Dad.

Nothing. I'm your perfect little girl.

You might as well tell me. I'm gonna find out anyway.

I didn't do anything.

I just wanted to know if you'd be there for me.

And now I have my answer.

I'm here.

Adriana.

Adriana!

Tyler?

Ginny Maxwell.

It's nice to meet you.

Yeah, nice meeting you too. Pleasure's all mine.

I was told by others in my agency to steer clear of you.

And you didn't listen?

Osborne Silver may be crazy, but he's no fool.

Can I buy you a drink?

I'm the agent. You're the talent. I buy you drinks.

All right.

Meaning I'm signed?

Meaning I'm thinking about it.

I guess I'll have to dazzle you then.

So I've watched your reel and done some research.

I hope you're impressed.

Nobody's questioning your talent.

It's everything else that I'm worried about.

Like you said before, if Osborne Silver's not worried, why should you be?

And we're making a movie together. I just need a really great team behind me.

And again, we are interested in being a part of that team.

But before we can consider signing you, there are some concerns.

I'm good. I'm ready to break up.

It's going to take a little more than you're just saying it.

Okay, a lot of what's out there is exaggeration. Eddie Duran's been bad

-mouthing me for years.

You're really going to sit there and tell me that you're not difficult to

work with?

Everybody goes through a bad time, and I've learned from it. I'm better now,

and I'm a better actor.

That's good.

What do I need to say? I mean, what do I need to do to win you over?

A year ago, I hated everybody. I hated everything. Yeah, I was arrogant, and I

was really jealous of everybody who was more successful than me, and I didn't

listen to anybody, but... So what's changed?

I learned that it's easier to work at being humble.

than it is to face being forgotten.

That's what I was hoping to hear.

So, are we good?

Let me speak to Silver's people, see where we are with the film, and then

we'll talk some more.

Okay.

Did I dazzle you? Just a little bit?

Yeah.

You kind of did.

Bye. Bye.

You don't know anything.

Phil, we found evidence in Colorado's place of business that ties you directly

to another burglary.

What burglary?

Why don't you tell me?

If you knew something, I'd be in handcuffs.

All you have to do is admit to what we already know.

Then we can work something out.

Handcuffs don't have to be a part of this. I like you. I want to avoid all of

that. You think I don't know what you're doing?

I watch Law & Order.

If you knew something, you'd arrest me. You like that show.

First couple hundred episodes were pretty good. I love it. You know what my

favorite part about that show is?

They always get the bad guy.

Always. No matter what, someone always rats out their partner, and that's what

happened here.

Colorado gave you up, Phil. When push came to shove, he didn't think twice. He

told us.

about the computers.

I don't believe you.

Buddy, you're in a jam, and I'm trying to help you out. Now, you're looking at

two counts of burglary.

You got no money. Your family's completely written you off.

How do you know my family's written me off? You talked to my dad.

I'm trying to help you, Phil.

He sends you after me?

My father?

Give me something on Colorado that'll nail him for good, and you'll never have

to see me again.

Thought you already had dirt on the guy. I do. I got small potatoes. I want

something bigger.

Yeah?

Well, I want a lawyer.

You don't need a lawyer.

You're not under arrest.

Then I guess we're done here.

Yes, we are.

Officer Andrita can drive you home.

Andrita, on the way, do me a favor. Why don't you stop by Colorado's place?

Maybe flash the lights, blare the sirens.

No. But you don't want Colorado to see you in the back of a squad car.

He might not like that. That could be dangerous for you.

Can't do that.

Then give me something.

Or don't.

You know what? Why don't you just walk back to the motel? It's less than two

miles from here.

In this neighborhood?

Well, this is the world that you want to live in, right?

I mean, these are your people. You should feel right at home amongst all of

those lowlives.

Good luck.

Add my dad for me.

You let them arrest our son.

They didn't arrest him.

OK, they just took him in for questioning.

Questions that could lead to him getting arrested. Look, he needs a wake-up call,

honey. And if he doesn't get it right now, he's going to get arrested anyway.

He's going to jail anyway, or worse. Don't say that. I can't even think about

that. Look, it's not that I don't want to protect him, too.

OK, I do. But at a certain point, you have to. He needs a lawyer, OK? The best

lawyer that we can find. And I already looked into that. And we can't even hire

a lawyer without Phil's consent.

You know, legal counseling is just the beginning of what he needs, honey.

You think I don't know that?

I'm as worried about him as you are.

I just don't think this was the answer.

I know, and I am sorry.

Okay? There wasn't a lot of time, and I had to act fast.

I'm just... I'm so scared, Gus.

Me too.

I don't know what to say. Don't say anything. Just go.

I'm so grateful. I do not want your gratitude. I want you to leave me alone,

Chloe. Can I give you a hug or something?

No.

I said I'd help.

That's all I'm offering.

We're not getting back together, ever.

We'll never be close again.

Could we be friends, maybe one day?

Are you kidding?

Look, I know that I hurt you.

And you'll never be able to understand the reasons why.

No, you're right. I never will.

But I am so grateful for this.

For you doing me this favor. I mean, I really needed the help.

You know, I can help you in a different way.

What is it?

You said you were short on cash?

Eddie, that's really sweet.

Yeah, it's a gift.

It's probably worth a lot of money.

Spoiler alert to Rolex.

Now go.

Seems like we can't get enough of this place.

Oh, the infamous Tyler Rourke.

I think infamy gets a bad rep, don't you?

Yeah, my husband might disagree with that.

So, is he here?

No.

Oh, you can start breathing again. Oh, okay.

Yeah, that was an unfortunate encounter.

But can I buy you a drink to make up for it?

Isn't that what you got in trouble for last time?

I'm just infamous, I guess.

Actually, I'm here waiting for Kelly.

Ah. Just gets better and better.

Relax. She actually finds you charming.

So should I stick around, or does she have a husband to defend her?

You know, last time I was here, you created a lot of problems. Is that what

you're looking to do again tonight?

No. I am a changed man. I will be on my best behavior.

All right.

I'll take that drink.

Vodka soda.

You get a vodka soda?

You're humming.

So?

You only do that when you're happy.

Oh, yeah, Mother, you know me so well.

So what is it? Just tell me.

Well, I talked to Eddie, and he agreed to meet with the movie producer.

In exchange for what?

Nothing. He's not like that. He's an amazing guy.

And he said that he'd still do the movie with me if he can.

And I'm guessing you're reading more into that situation.

God, Mom, why do you always have to vomit on everything?

I just don't want to see you getting sucked back in.

Look at the positive side for once in your life.

Eddie fell in love with me at one point, okay? What makes you think that he can't

do it again?

Can you really be in such denial?

Honey, you went after him.

You set your sights on a rich guy, and you kept your old flame around.

Now, guys like Eddie do not forgive that sort of thing.

He's moved on, and so should you.

Really? With who? That teeny bopper Lauren Tate?

No, she is a distraction, a filler.

And she is out of her league if she thinks she can compete with me.

Why would Chloe be at Eddie's house? I have no idea.

And she said he was in the shower.

As in? Yeah, that was the implication.

Well, do you believe it?

I don't want to believe it.

We were together a long time.

That doesn't necessarily mean anything.

Well, then I guess you just have to ask yourself, do you trust Eddie?

I do.

I think.

I hope.

Wow. Now, he seems like a really great guy with genuine feelings for you.

On the other hand, she's super hot, and he's a guy. I get it. You don't need to

spell it out for me. Well, I didn't. You did.

Well, you were thinking it, because it's true.

Obviously and disgustingly true, and I just want to die.

Okay, maybe this is just a healthy reminder, you know,

Just not get too attached.

I'm already attached.

Really, really attached.

I just... He just moves in such a faster world. It just really worries me that

you're trying to keep up.

I can handle myself. That's not what this is about.

So what is this about, sweetie?

I thought we had a real and honest connection.

And all that's gone just because Chloe picked up his phone?

What would you think?

I would think that I deserve an explanation.

And that I owed the guy the benefit of the doubt.

Who are you rushing off to? I'm late for drinks with Tracy.

Oh, so everything's good between you two?

Good how?

Come on, Kelly. You know what I'm talking about.

Well, I mean, she's not suspicious anymore.

So yeah, everything's good.

What about between me and you?

Is that an offer?

I'm kidding.

Don't worry. I'm not going to do anything stupid like kiss you.

Even if I want to. Right, because we're just colleagues, nothing more. Jake, I

get it. We're colleagues.

All right, get out of here. Go meet Tracy for your drinks.

It's too bad, because we would have made such a cute couple.

Kelly!

Jeez, you're so sensitive.

So how is old Jake?

Still wound up tight?

Wait, I'm not supposed to be talking to you about this.

I'm a good secret keeper. I think you'd be surprised.

Well, there aren't any secrets.

I don't know. I kind of feel like I read some between the lines.

Smart guy for an actor.

Quick wit for a manager's wife.

Ooh, ouch.

Well, what about Eddie, then? Can you tell me about him?

In what capacity?

His career.

I don't know. I hear he's doing movies again.

I don't know anything about that. Jake doesn't share everything.

Except about me, right?

I bet you've heard some pretty nasty things about me.

Especially after the, uh...

Last encounter we had here. Yeah, well, Jake mentioned a few things. Question

is, are they true?

I've made some mistakes.

I've been selfish.

You sound like a country song.

Yeah, and there's redemption at the end because I'm pulling it all together now.

Oh, yeah? How?

Why? Let's just say long stretches of unemployment can be humbling.

That sounds sincere.

It is.

Can I buy you another drink?

It looks like you might be getting split up.

Yeah, you know, I don't know what happened to her.

I don't know. I can't imagine her getting a better offer.

Unless it was from some guy.

Yeah.

Unfortunately, I think I know who that guy is.

She's living in Palm Springs. She works at a hotel there.

Are you kidding?

It's all there.

How?

So now you have a decision to make once and for all.

Is this what you want?

Do you want to talk to your aunt?

That sounds weird.

Why? Why does that?

Because, like, I know she's my mom's sister, so it's not really any of my

business, but... I understand.

I know you do.

You're the best.

I like that.

But after all you've gone through to find this... I mainly just had you do

it. Well, after all I've gone through, aren't you just a little tempted?

Okay, then.

I am super tempted.

I mean, for the longest time, I've felt like a stranger in my own house, you

know? I just have a sense that Beth knows something, something that can

bring my life together.

That's a lot of weight to put on it.

On the other hand, what if I call her and she doesn't want to talk to me?

Then at least you'll know.

Yeah, but then I'll be utterly devastated.

Stop the drama and quit making excuses.

You need to do this.

You're right.

You are right.

You have a phone call.

Who is it?

Your buddy, Nick Lynch.

How do you know about him?

I know because he called.

I can't talk to him right now.

I'm sorry, he's with a patient right now. I'll have to have him call you

back.

Thank you.

He's called like six times.

You had to come in here to tell me that?

Wow, why are you so nervous?

Who is this guy?

What do you care?

Nervous and defensive.

Interesting.

Anything else you need, Haley?

Not at the moment, no.

Okay, so I think I'm off the whole Eddie slept with Chloe idea.

Good.

That can only mean one thing.

What's that?

She stole his phone.

Or she's stalking him, but probably stole his phone.

Okay, it's a bit far-fetched. No, no, no, that makes total sense.

She took it so that I wouldn't be able to talk to him.

Or she's faking an illness.

You know, she would totally do that to gain his sympathy.

Okay, here's another theory.

Maybe she went over there so they can talk things out. Maybe there's some

unresolved issues.

And she said that he was in the shower to hurt me. Oh, I mean, if that's the

case, she's stooping pretty low.

Would you really be that surprised?

You saw where she was at his birthday dinner?

Indeed.

But you just can't forget, I mean, there's a lot of history there.

So you're back to the whole they slept together thing? I was never on that to

begin with. God, you are going to drive yourself crazy with all this wondering.

I can't help it. Well, then just talk to him.

I'm scared.

Honey, call him.

What if he says that there's nothing to worry about?

That would be good.

Call him.

Hey.

I didn't know you were here.

Didn't expect to be.

Want some water?

Whiskey, actually.

Yeah?

Well, that's not like you.

It's not my day.

Is it about the new songs?

I wish.

It's about...

Girls. Two girls, to be specific.

Let me guess.

Lauren and Chloe.

Lauren and Chloe.

Well, you know, one's good news, the other one's bad news. What's the issue?

It's Chloe.

She wants to get back with me.

If I do this odd silver movie, it just means we're going to be spending a lot

of time together again.

So don't say yes.

Yeah, but I might miss out on a great movie.

Is that the real reason why you want to do this?

What other reason would there be?

I don't know.

I don't know. I just hope she's not trying to suck you back in with her

manipulation and all her... Dad, I loved her.

You know, it's hard for me to just erase all these feelings.

Look, I understand, but you can't go back with her.

That would be a huge mistake.

I know. She was in the hospital and...

Everybody thought she was going to die. If she was in the hospital, you would,

you know, it's normal. You were thinking of someone that you cared about at some

point. I'm so angry at her.

You know, I hate that I have feelings for her still.

What about Lauren?

I'm confused about that, too.

I can tell you like her, though.

Yeah.

When I'm with her, I feel happy and comfortable.

Like everything's going to be all right, but outside of that, I don't know.

I know it's tempting to move into something right away, but... I don't

think I'm ready for another relationship.

Just don't do something that you don't feel in your gut. I mean, for your sake

and hers, too.

I think I need to get out of town.

Let me clear my head for a few days. Yeah, man. Do that. That's a good idea.

Get out, clear your head.

It'll all work out. You'll see.

You sure?

Huh? Thanks, Pop.

That's what I'm here for.

What do I say?

Hi.

What if I just pretend I'm someone else? Like one of those census takers? That

way, if it gets weird, I can just bail.

Or you could just say, hi, I'm Melissa.

Tell me everything.

Let's rehearse this.

OK.

Hi, Beth.

This is your niece, Melissa.

No, I don't want to. That's not good.

Hi.

Hi, Beth. Hi, Beth. This is Lisa's daughter, Melissa.

We've never met before, but.

But what?

Are you being Beth or are you being Adam? Beth. Oh, OK.

Um, well, then, then, but, Beth, I, um, I... Oh, this is a disaster!

You haven't even called yet.

Maybe, maybe I can just call and ask her to meet. Just clear, concise, clear. Did

I say that already?

Maybe I should call and say I'm someone from the IRS.

Just call.

Okay.

Here goes nothing.

I have the wrong number.

Oh, no, I am not ready for that. I am so not ready for that. I just... Oh,

Max.

Hi. What a surprise.

Hey. What did you... It's... Open it later. It's just an excuse to say hey

and thank you for the other night.

Oh, you didn't have to do that.

Well, you know.

He took care of me as I embarrassed myself.

No, you really didn't. You really didn't. I mean, I've done more

embarrassing things before breakfast.

Anyway, well, your presence at the club tonight would be rewarding enough.

You know, about that, I would really love to.

But I talked to Don, and he wasn't really feeling up to it, so... Oh, no,

it's okay. Another time.

Yeah, absolutely.

Okay. Okay, then.

Wait, wait, you know, I have a few minutes.

Now, do you want to maybe come in, have a cup of coffee or something?

I gotta get going.

Thank you, anyways.

Okay? Thank you.

Hi, it's you.

Why wouldn't it be?

No reason.

Just... Anyway, I was calling to see if you wanted to go check out M83 with me.

I've got tickets and they're going to be in town this weekend. I would, but I'm

going to be out of town a few days for a publicity thing.

Right.

Cool. I'll just go with Melissa then.

Yeah, it'll just be a few days. I'm not moving to China or anything.

Yeah. No, I know. No big.

So, uh, the press junket thing sounds cool.

Hardly. Well, I'm sure you'll make the best of it.

I will.

And we'll definitely hang right when I get back.

What's wrong?

Nothing. Um, just be safe and send me a postcard.

Okay. How about a text?

That works, too.

Is everything else okay?

Everything's good.

Okay. Cool.

I can't wait to see you when I get back.

Me too.

Love you.

Back at you.

I'd like to ask you

a question.

Where do you think you're going in the future?

What? What is it? No, it just sounds like something I would ask Lauren. Like,

where do you see yourself going in the future?

I'm just curious about what your plans are. I mean, you're much too talented to

be working as office manager in the clinic for the rest of your life.

Why not?

I mean, it's a fun job. I get free knee surgery whenever I want.

Yeah, but you're not going to need that anytime soon. You have great legs, very

strong. That's true.

Years of running. I can tell. Yeah. But it's a serious question.

Oh, okay.

I don't know.

I don't know exactly.

I have a fair amount of money saved, but I'm not a big risk taker.

I don't know.

Right now, I'm just happy working for you.

You just like seeing me every day?

It's true.

Yeah. I mean, it's...

You know, it's tough to make too many future plans until I know what Lauren's

decisions are college-wide. I mean, right now she's postponing college to

pursue music, but who knows what her scholarship will cover by the time she

goes.

Can I tell you something?

Yeah, of course.

I'm falling for you.

I'm starting to think your future is my future.

I'd like Eddie to do a concert here. Very low-key, unplugged, intimate.

What's the catch?

No catch.

Huh? You're talking to me now, you know? Why are you always so skeptical?

Because years of experience have taught me a good lesson. Look, this would just

be a chance for Eddie to perform. And Lauren, too, whom Kelly thinks could

really benefit from some opening act exposure.

Okay. Yeah, I believe that Lauren could definitely benefit from this. But back

to Eddie. Why now?

Well... What do you mean? Why not now?

Well, he doesn't have an album out. He doesn't need to promote anything.

He's off his tour.

Yeah, but he's got new material.

See, this would just be a chance for him to try out some of that new stuff in

front of an audience.

Right.

Right.

Have you heard this material?

Yeah, some of it.

Which means you don't like it.

Okay, I didn't say that.

No, and you don't have to say it. You just put him in front of a crowd and let

the audience do the dirty work for you.

Whoa, Max, you're taking this the wrong way. Am I?

Yeah, who's to say that the audience won't love his new stuff?

Well, I'm not sure if I'm down with this idea, Jake.

In fact, I don't like it at all.

What's wrong with you? You look like you've seen a ghost.

A big green one with fangs.

That doesn't sound like a ghost. That sounds like a ghoul.

Whatever it is, I hate it.

Okay, spill.

Okay, so I called Eddie to tell him about everything Kelly was saying.

Chloe picks up and tells me that he's in the shower.

Okay, so of course I assume the worst. And then when I call him back, he tells

me that he's going out of town for a few days. And then I tell him that I love

him. No!

Yeah!

You know what? Okay, so let's just analyze this one step at a time.

First of all, you don't think he and Chloe...

No, no, I refuse to believe that. Good.

Me either. Perfect.

Now, about the other thing.

Right? Like, why would I tell him that? Why? I don't even know what it means.

It means that he's Eddie Duran, and you've said it, I love you, to his

poster like a million times, so for you, it's nothing.

Right. Yeah. Exactly. It wasn't some huge psycho proclamation of love. It was

like, hey, I love you, and I think you're a really great guy, unless you're

still seeing Chloe.

So what did he say when you said it?

Oh, get ready for this. Oh, I am flipping out with ready.

He said, back at ya.

Back at ya? Back at ya.

Okay. Um, so, yes, that sounds noncommittal, but maybe that's just his

way of saying I love you.

You know?

It's better than if he said, like, cool, or, uh, yeah, gotta go, talk to you,

bye.

Do you really think he meant it?

Why not?

I mean, you guys have this crazy, wonderful synchronicity. That much is

obvious.

What do you think I should do?

Where is he now?

Some press junket thing nearby, I think.

Go surprise him. Wear something sexy.

Mel, no, I need real advice.

No, that is the best I've got.

He's not going to send you packing.

Find out where he is, go there, and spend the night.

He will be saying a real I love you by daybreak, I promise.

That's crazy.

Well, you know what? Sometimes crazy is the best offense.

Movies don't tell you that, but that's good advice.

Oh.

Oh.

Are you sure that Adriana's not going to be coming home soon? I don't even know

if she lives here anymore.

Oh, that's terrible.

Just kidding.

Well, not really.

She's really a handful, huh? Oh, you have no idea. You don't know how lucky

you have it with Lauren. No, I know. I do. I do. I try not to take it through

granted, but... I know.

I have a proposition for you.

Oh, yeah?

Yeah. A business proposition. What we were talking about earlier.

Oh, okay.

I've been talking with my partners at the clinic, and, uh... We're looking for

a new investor.

All right. I'm listening.

I could make you general manager right away. Put you on the fast track to being

a junior partner.

Good. Triple your investment in five years.

Okay, sounds very interesting.

But how much are we talking about here?

I have to talk to my partners, but, you know, ballpark 250.

Thousand? More or less, yeah.

Whoa, that's a lot of money.

Well, you'll be working hard.

Hmm.

Think about it.

Let me know if the idea intrigues you.

Jake Madsen, management.

Hi, uh, Steven?

Yeah, who's this?

It's Lauren Tate.

Oh, hey, Lauren. How are you? I'm good, thank you. Um, so I just got off the

phone with Kelly, and she told me to call you about finding Eddie's press

junket information.

She said she couldn't remember where he was staying.

Oh, that's weird. I don't remember any talk about a junket. Uh, you want me to

have Jake call you?

No, no, that's okay. Uh, don't worry about it. Thank you. Okay, bye.

Look, Max, it's common practice for artists to try out new stuff in concert

to see how it plays for an audience and tweak their new material before they

record it.

I know that. I know. Katie and I used to do it all the time. I just don't like

your angle in all of this.

Me? Yeah.

I feel like you want him to bomb, just so that he doesn't record the songs you

don't like.

Wow, Max, that hurts in a serious way.

I'm looking out for Eddie, okay? I want him to thrive artistically as well as

commercially. But artists need to grow.

And create new songs. And yeah, maybe he'll lose some of the old audience, but

he'll definitely gain a new crowd.

No, exactly, and that would be great.

But in the meantime, what's wrong with testing the waters?

Yeah, I guess you're right.

Look, Max, there's no hidden agenda here or ulterior motive, I swear.

I want Eddie to have every opportunity to shine.

Okay, so you've been up front with him about your concerns?

Of course, always.

Leave it up to Eddie. He decides. If he's up for it, then the club is yours.

Thank you.

You really didn't have to come back so soon, man. I appreciate it. I had to

check on you, mate.

Relationships are tough.

I did, girl.

It takes me five years after the breakup just to get out of bed.

No, no, you don't.

You go out the next night, I remember.

But the last one, that was a nothing thing.

I mean, you loved Chloe.

Yeah, I did.

But you seem...

Really happy with this new girl.

What's her name again? Lauren.

She's amazing. You know, beautiful, easy to be with, comfortable.

Right, she sounds terrible.

No,

she... She told me she loved me.

Usually that wouldn't bother me, but we just started dating or whatever we're

doing. Oh, wait, was it like a crazy I love you?

Or was it more like a, oh, yeah, so see you later, love you, bye, sort of thing?

Pretty sure she meant it.

She's 18.

I mean, they mean everything at that age. Yeah, but Lauren's, she's pretty

mature.

And what did you say when she said it?

Back at you.

I'm pretty sure that's not what she hoped to hear.

I should fix that, huh?

Well, pick up the phone.

I'm just worried that she's moving a little faster than I am. So don't pick

up the phone. Let's go to a bar. We'll meet an entirely new batch of ladies.

You, my friend, are a cold, cold man.

All right, we will stay here.

You can tell me what's really going on.

I wish I knew what was going on.

You don't sound too good, mate.

Yeah.

I'm a mess, you know?

I can't seem to get Chloe out of my system, and it sucks.

I made a mistake to let you go.

And I'll never make that mistake again.

And I want you. Was it all a game?

Since you left me, you forget me.

We threw it all away.

Since you left me, you regret me. I lost him.

I had Eddie Duran.

And I lost him.

You're supposed to call me hours ago.

No, I got busy. This is a full-time job, you know? Well, I'm sorry, all right? I

love my son. I do, and I want to know he's okay.

Your son was not so lovable when we spoke.

What did he say?

Basically nothing.

He's stonewalled. He's dug himself in this thing pretty deep.

He's probably scared.

I got less a sense of him being scared and more a sense of him wanting to be

scary. I mean, he's a tough...

A little customer. He's not Colorado tough, but the kid is stubborn.

Yeah, well, so am I.

You know, it's not a crime.

If that's all he'd done, then we wouldn't be having this conversation.

What should I do?

Honestly, I think Phil's in complete denial about the path that he's on. I

think you're right.

If he keeps himself mixed up with Colorado and his crew, something bad's

gonna happen.

Something...

Really bad.

Hey.

Where have you been?

Is there any way to greet me?

Hi, honey.

I can't do it.

What?

What can't you do?

You can't.

You wanna keep it?