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Good evening, Mrs. Struyck.

I'm Detective Carola Visser.

We're investigating Hanneke Lemstra's fall.

As I understand it, we can talk undisturbed for a bit.

We're ready.

Are you ready?

THE PERFECT LIE

Sorry for doing this so late.

We'll be quick.

Hi, this is Simon's voicemail.

I'm not here right now, but leave a message,

and I will call you back as soon as possible.

It's me.

I...

I lied to the police.

I said I was home with Babette all evening.

I don't know what she's going to tell them.

But I think she knows I was with you.

Call me.

How can I help?

Well, we'd just like to know where you were last night.

At home.

That is to say, I was here.

They think one of us did it. It's absurd.

The neighbor heard Hanneke arguing with someone before she fell.

But she opened the door herself, so they think she knew them.

Didn't they tell you that?

No.

Goddammit, fucking... Sorry.

Did you hear what Hanneke said? About Simon and his...

- Drug money? - Yes.

- And that he used the gym. - Do you think it was him?

What?

That he pushed Hanneke?

Of course not.

He's certainly capable of it.

If you scam people like that, you're capable.

Simon didn't do it.

Patricia said that they were at their beach hut.

Then who was with Hanneke?

You were with her the whole evening, right?

Did she go out?

It's only half an hour there and back.

We were here all evening.

Nice.

Thank you.

It's a source of great support.

Having my friends around me.

Keep your back straight,

and keep breathing.

And exhale.

We're doing the other side now.

And back.

Bring your hands in front of your heart in anjali mudra.

And thank yourself for coming today.

That you took the time

to be completely

present.

Great lesson. Have a nice day.

How are you?

I'm fine.

I haven't seen you since the Christmas play.

Are you okay?

And the boys?

I called and texted you.

Sorry, I...

I just don't know how to handle this.

Right, you mean...

You and Simon.

Hey, ladies.

How was yoga?

Back already?

Doing well. Looking good.

It was a mistake.

Seriously, I...

I ended it.

It's over.

Did you tell anyone?

No.

It's your marriage.

You went to yoga?

I called you.

I could've picked you up.

Oh well.

You're here now.

Am I interrupting?

No.

Is it going to be awkward every time we see each other?

I don't have a problem.

What were you talking about?

Evert.

He misses the boys so much.

They miss him too. They can't wait for him to come home.

I see your husband named Hanneke

as his trusted person in therapy.

Is that what they call it?

A buddy.

What was that like?

- Give it back. - No.

Come on.

- No. - Luuk, give it to me.

I'll pinch you.

Did you take my mobile from my purse again?

I just wanted to check the time.

Give it back! Stop lying. You wanted to play a game.

Dad allows it.

Good to know.

Come on, Luuk.

Did he hurt you?

- Little monkeys. - Daddy.

I missed you guys.

- Are we having pizza? - Of course we're having pizza.

You're late.

I'll drop them home tomorrow at ten.

- Where's home? - Our house.

I'm finding the whole situation a little difficult.

- Come on. Let's go upstairs. - Can I come?

I'm curious.

It's best you don't.

Okay, sweetie. You heard Daddy.

This is a bad time. You can show me your room another time.

Daddy, please?

Does this work?

It works for me.

And the group talks?

What do you talk about?

How's the business?

You don't have to worry about that right now.

Yes, of course.

I don't have to worry about that.

Nothing's happening. I'm there every day.

It's my business too.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

I just don't trust Simon.

I even dream about it.

That the gym is burning down, and Simon's laughing.

That must be the therapy,

stirring things up inside you.

You look good.

I'm learning a lot.

About myself.

About us.

Dad?

Are you all better?

Mom said that you would come home

as soon as you were better.

Give this to your brother.

We're going to the movies.

- Don't promise them things. - What do you want me to say?

You don't say anything.

I want to be there for you.

Hanneke is coming.

She's joining us for the movie. Boys!

Drinks finished? Put on your shoes.

Hanneke's here. Let's go.

Hey, guys.

- Hey, how are you? - I'm good.

Evert didn't want to talk to me,

but he did talk to her.

That made me insecure.

Did you think Evert and Hanneke had something going on?

Mrs. Struyck,

did you think your husband was cheating with Hanneke?

Do you love anyone?

That doesn't seem relevant.

You're so vulnerable when you do.

She joined them for the movie. It was terrible.

They looked like a family.

Honey, Evert still loves you. I know he does.

I should never have shown that video.

It was brave.

Even now he's sober, it's all so...

manipulative.

How he's using Hanneke...

He's just a narcissist.

Why haven't you told Hanneke about you and Simon?

Don't you trust her?

Yes, I do.

I get it. She can be quick to judge.

I wouldn't have told you either,

if you hadn't...

I just don't want anyone to know.

Don't worry.

I won't tell anyone, including Hanneke.

You won't tell anyone what I tell you either, right?

No.

Of course not.

Why are you crying?

I love Hanneke.

What was that?

I love Hanneke.

I still don't understand.

What do you mean?

Well, just...

What kind of person are you in tough times?

I...

I always thought I was an honest person.

But when I started lying, I...

couldn't go back.

Wow.

What are we planning?

Gorgeous.

Is that for your secret lover?

If only it were that exciting.

I have a meeting with the company lawyer.

Oh, is this about your return?

I really don't think I can go back, Mich.

What if I pick you up this afternoon?

We could have a decadent lunch in the city

with wine and brandy...

Sounds fancy.

It's going to be a long meeting.

Then I have to pick up Sophie.

Don't you have a meeting too?

Yes, with Simon, but he just canceled.

Always something with him.

Fuck you.

No. It's way too cold.

Come on.

Come on.

It's good for you.

There.

I can't keep this up.

I don't recognize myself.

No, I'm coming.

Do you want a grilled cheese too?

No, thanks.

Hey, honey.

What are you making?

You forgot.

No.

It just ran super late.

Yeah, lawyers. They're always so wordy.

I got you good.

Your daughter made this.

Beautiful, huh?

Is it finished?

No.

No?

Isn't this Simon's office?

It's my business too.

Since when?

Are the Blokarts outside?

Should I find you another task?

Give me back my shit, man!

Give it back!

Hey, calm down.

- He started it. - Calm down.

I'll kill him!

Fucking idiot!

Hey, what are you doing?

What did I just say? Stop it!

Stop it.

I'll kill you, asshole.

Someone call the police!

An officer is on their way. They have questions for you.

Calm down.

What happened, exactly?

Listen.

Wolf, you can't just wave a knife around.

I'd rather not report it, but everyone saw you.

That asshole stole my stash from my locker.

Your stash?

What? Drugs?

Are you walking around with drugs?

Steroids.

You sell steroids?

In our gym?

Are you out of your mind?

You thought you could do whatever because Evert isn't here?

If Simon finds out, he'll kill you.

- Who are you calling? - Simon.

No, don't.

It's his.

I'm selling it for Simon.

He stole your sneakers.

That kid stole your new sneakers.

Can you do that?

Good afternoon.

- Babette. - Pieter.

- Good day. - Wolf.

What did they say?

Your lawyer.

Just that the complaints were withdrawn.

Aren't they issuing a retraction or anything?

Bye.

Where are you going?

To the store.

Problems with deliveries.

- Bye. - Bye.

Bye.

How's Evert doing?

I see him often, and

well, that relationship...

Now that there's distance, he sees what was going on.

Now he's sober, obviously.

What?

Well, that bite on his hand wasn't Beau.

It was Babette.

That's why he was freaking out in that video.

She's bonkers.

She checks everything.

His emails, his phone.

I think she's bipolar or a narcissist.

Han, you're exaggerating.

He's afraid of her.

Every story has two sides.

I know what I heard.

What Evert told you.

He taped their conversations.

His lawyer advised him to.

The things she screams at him are pretty intense.

- Lawyer? - Sorry, he's taping their chats?

So what? She's filming him too.

But you should keep this to yourselves.

If she finds out, she might take the kids.

Then you shouldn't tell me.

I don't want to lie to Babette.

I get that.

What happened?

Nothing serious.

Someone stole from his locker.

Are you okay?

What did he steal?

My new sneakers.

Your trainers?

It got out of hand.

We're not going to report it.

We had a good talk.

Wolf promised to apologize.

Go sit in the car and think about how you're going to tell your mom.

Don't be too hard on him. He's already having a rough time.

He told me about the problems between you and Hanneke.

Kids feel everything.

You know, Evert is just lonely.

Well...

Evert is just seeking solace with her.

Hanneke was in love

with Evert.

He didn't reciprocate.

It was no secret that Ivo wasn't giving her enough.

And Wolf was always angry with his mom.

Probably because he never knew his dad.

Maybe it was too much for her.

In what way?

Hanneke was depressed.

She could be so difficult.

Especially to herself.

What are you implying?

I...

Hi, this is Simon's voicemail.

- Hi, this is Simon's-- - Dammit, asshole. Pick up.

KAREN: CALL ME? WHY AREN'T YOU PICKING UP?

WE NEED TO TALK NOW.

I'm such an asshole, Karen. I'm sorry.

Everything Hanneke said about Simon

is true.

And...

I helped him.

I helped him launder his money.

I put my fucking signature under...

If they find out, we lose everything.

I'll never work again.

What if I have to go to jail?

I love you and Sophie so much.

I don't want to lose you.

Can we just go back to the city? Please?

The three of us?

You should rest for a bit.

Okay?

I'm really sorry.

No more secrets, okay?

Mommy?

Are you worried about Hanneke?

Did Daddy tell you?

Can I see her?

In the hospital?

She's in a coma.

I know.

Who's that?

The police.

It's fine. They have some questions. Come on.

Go to sleep.

Goodnight.

I can't say anything about it, but I'll let you know when we have news.

Have Karen and Michel...

- Gone to bed. - Really?

Thank you.

Wishing you strength.

Hey, you're shaking.

What...

What did you tell them?

That I was here.

With you.

The entire evening.

Oh, honey.

Oh, sweetheart.

I lied to the police.

So did I.

For you.

Do you think Patricia knows? About you and Simon?

I don't know.

They arrived at the hospital together.

She said they spent the evening together.

No, Simon said that.

Then they must've agreed on that.

Why would she lie for him?

Or he's lying for her.

Do you think Patricia was with Hanneke?

It's her apartment. She has a key.

Why would Patricia do something to Hanneke?

No.

Hanneke has been depressed for a while.

What?

No.

No. Hanneke would never.

She has kids.

So did Evert.

Boys, Daddy is here.

Please sit.

You're at home, you know.

I made a hot lunch.

Do you want some, or do you have to run?

It smells delicious.

I heard that

Wolf was involved in a fight at the gym.

Some dickhead tried to steal his sneakers.

Kids are unbelievable.

Why didn't you tell me?

I'm telling you now.

If something is up at the gym, I need to know.

- Noted. - Great.

Do you think I'm hiding things?

Like you were?

Okay. What's keeping the boys?

About Hanneke, and the real reason you're in that flat?

Stop. I'm not seeing Hanneke!

Does she know that? I think she'd disagree.

Hanneke is the only one who defends you!

She says, "Get therapy, and maybe it'll work out."

What a fucking relief that Hanneke thinks it might work out!

- Daddy! - Dad.

Hey, boys. Hi, honey.

Get your things. We're off to the car.

Come on. Kiss mommy.

- Bye. - Bye, Mom.

I was going to tell you about Wolf. I didn't want to bother you.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

We're in this together.

Right?

Come home.

We'll go to therapy together.

Honey.

Please.

Daddy?

Yes, honey?

No.

That's my phone.

Jesus, what's wrong with you?

BABETTE: EVERYTHING IS RUINED. IT'S OVER.

I CAN'T TAKE THIS ANYMORE.

Hi, this is Babette's voicemail. Leave a message after the beep.

Hi, this is Babette's voicemail. Leave a message after the beep.

Hey, honey.

Oh, sweetie.

He's never coming back.

She ruined everything.

He's gone.

I think they're together.

What did you say to Evert?

What are you doing?

He has a family.

I'm his buddy. I'm just trying to help him.

- Which involves seeing a movie? - Yes.

With his kids?

It's only natural that Babette...

That she thinks...

What does she think?

That we're having an affair? Seriously?

That we're having sex?

Okay, well... Yes, we kissed once. That's true.

Or at least I tried. He wasn't interested.

You could've just asked me.

How would you like it if I went to your house yelling about Simon?

Hanneke saw right through me.

I couldn't handle it.

I let her down.

Right when she needed me.

I should've been there for her.

All I thought about was Simon.

KAREN: WHY DID YOU LIE?

KAREN: I'M IN FRONT OF YOUR HOUSE. COME OUTSIDE, OR I'LL RING THE DOORBELL.

SIMON: I'M COMING!

What the fuck are you doing?

Have you lost your mind?

You could've died.

Sweetheart.

Hanneke was right.

Evert was right too.

Simon used the gym to launder money.

How do you know that?

Michel was involved.

We have to go to the police.

If Patricia did something to Hanneke,

I'd never forgive myself.

But what if it wasn't her?

If you go to the police, everything comes out.

You and Simon too.

Right? Think of Sophie.

I mean, think of Michel.

You could lose everything.

Everything. I could lose the gym.

We should wait until Hanneke wakes up,

so she can tell us herself.

Did you sleep at all?

I'm about to go to the hospital.

To see Hanneke.

With Soph.

I'm taking your car, okay?

Could I? My engine won't start.

Yes, coming.

Red is nice too because it's her favorite color.

We could buy that balloon too.

Go sit in the car. I'll be right there.

Sorry, I didn't want to...

Isis.

- Here you go. - Oh, that's kind of you.

- Sorry. I should've called. - No.

You're the first from the office to come by.

I never knew how unpopular I was.

Bram said you're not coming back?

No.

But the complaints were withdrawn.

Yeah, but the trust is gone.

Maybe you could--

After everything that was said about me?

You know who it was.

Yes, it was me.

I couldn't do anything right.

I tried so hard.

But you always said I could do better, and you gave my jobs to other people.

You always criticized me.

That's called feedback.

You could've talked to me about this.

I tried.

You always got so angry.

So you went to the newspaper.

No, that wasn't me.

Honestly.

I submitted a complaint to HR.

I'm not the only one in the office who finds you... difficult.

They approached the newspaper.

I didn't agree with it.

It got out of hand.

Out of hand?

My career is over. My life. My marriage.

My child is getting bullied at school.

Why was that lady crying?

Did you make her cry?

That lady was crying

because she lied.

And she knew it.

But she was too much of a coward to tell the truth.

She was only thinking of herself.

That's why she was crying.

You go on inside.

I have to do something.

Sure.

Bye.

Bye.

Daddy.

Mrs. Van der Made?

Now...

What did you want to tell us?

Everything.

BASED ON THE NOVEL "THE DINNER CLUB" BY SASKIA NOORT

Subtitle translation by: Jolanda Jongedijk