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[VO] Previously on Beauty and the Billionaire...

Did you notice something bothering Jess?

-When was this? -After the speech.

I thought I lost Mason today.

Was there another threat? Was there an attack?

No, no, everything was fine. It was just one

minute he was there and then the next, gone.

What if I can't stop this?

There's nothing between us.

Do something simple, like take her out on a date.

Was your mom also ill for a while?

No, it was sudden.

That seems worse.

Yeah, maybe it was.

The Caribbean is really nice this time of year.

I wanted to see if you'd like to come along.

You like this place.

Maybe I just like showing it to someone.

What are you working on?

Just going through personnel files.

That sounds horrible.

If anyone stands out, they're worth pursuing.

How I feel with you is different.

I think I'm just trying to figure out how to show you that.

Just be honest with me.

I want to kiss you right now.

We had this moment on the beach today and we kissed.

But now I'm wondering if it means anything.

Yeah, I get that.

Especially with the deal he has over your head with your dad.

Actually, he let me out of that a while ago.

Maybe he recognized that there was no real harm done.

Since it was faulty data anyway.

Faulty?

Like, uh, dud?

When did you figure that out?

Before Mason made the deal with you.

[tense music]

Mason?

Jess?

What's going on?

Did you know the information my

dad gave to Sinclair was useless?

Yes.

From the beginning?

When you and Pearce and Brooke

cornered me into working for you?

And knowing that, you threatened my dad.

What he did was still wrong.

But you made everything worse.

You could have just fired him. Plain and simple.

But instead, I came home one night and I found him in tears.

I was upset.

And yes, looking back on it, I could have just...

fired him and been done with it.

You exploited everything.

I was different then.

That was just weeks ago!

That's how much of an effect you've had on me.

No, I mean it.

Jess, you are extraordinary and generous

and I'm better because I've seen that.

Stop.

Why didn't you tell me the truth?

I...

I didn't think the circumstances mattered.

What?

You said it yourself back then that your dad was in the wrong.

Yeah, but you punished me for it.

I mean, I was working two jobs trying to

keep you safe even though you hated me.

No, no, I did not hate you.

But you purposely made it harder.

Riling up Elaine and Elizabeth, making

everyone think that I'm your secret girlfriend.

And now... now we're actually trying...

Wait.

Was that your endgame?

To try to seduce me?

What? No, Jess, look, I... I know, okay,

I know that you sacrificed everything for

your father and I... I took advantage of that.

But... but how I feel?

That's real.

I don't know what's real about you anymore.

Jess... Jess, please...

[soft dramatic music]

[exhales]

You want to talk about it yet?

Yeah.

Why isn't she mad at you?

I'm sure she is, but...

My name's on the building?

Something like that.

What are you going to do?

I don't know.

But you are going to do something, right?

Just don't let this get to the point

where you squander any chance with her.

I won't.

I just don't know what to say either.

I'm sorry. I just...

I wasn't thinking.

It's my fault.

Were you ever going to tell her?

Honestly?

No, I didn't think it mattered.

I told her she didn't have to work for me and I

wouldn't bother her father even if she wanted to quit.

Well, that was nice, but not really the same thing.

Have you heard from her at all today?

No.

I might not be her most favorite person either.

But she trusts you.

She'll get there again with you.

Eventually.

Any advice on what I should do?

Apologize?

I tried that last night, but tempers were pretty high.

Well, give her some time.

Yeah.

You knew.

Yes.

Didn't it bother you?

A little.

You working for us was my idea.

I'm sorry.

Did you do it to spare my dad the

legal battle and criminal charges he'd face?

Yeah.

Then, uh, don't worry about it.

You're letting me off easy.

Why not Mason?

Because you kept the truth for me to help the situation.

Mason did it because he's vindictive.

[Pearce] Maybe he was back then.

[Jess] Don't say he's changed.

Okay, fine.

But he is sorry.

Is that supposed to be enough?

[Pearce] It's something, isn't it?

[Jess] I just... [sighs]

I keep imagining if I told my dad the truth.

Do you know how furious he'd be?

And I can play it out in my head,

and crazy enough, I'm defending Mason.

Why?

You don't have to tell your dad.

Yeah, see, now I thought of that too,

but then I'm protecting Mason.

Keeping more of his secrets, and for what?

So I can be tangled up inside?

For his benefit? No!

No, that's not fair.

You're right.

Is Mason asking you to keep it from your dad?

No.

Then do what you think is best.

For your dad,

but also for you.

Hey.

Hi.

I think it's time we go back home.

Okay.

I'll arrange it for tomorrow.

Thank you.

-Jess, can we just-- -I need to go pack.

Where did you get this?

Well, it came for you this morning. Why?

Nothing.

Sweetheart, would you see if there's a

different jam, please?

[tense music]

[tense music builds]

Here you go.

Stan?

Well, I think it's great, Dad.

It's just, I mean, it's a little odd

for me, but if you're happy, I'm happy.

When do you start?

Good. Yeah, I can tell you've been bored around the house.

Um, I'll be home later tonight.

Okay. Bye.

You want something to eat?

No, thank you.

Was that your dad?

Yeah.

How is he?

Fine.

He got a new job.

Well, that's...

good for him. Where?

Nick's architecture firm, actually.

He got Dad the job.

Oh.

Um, is that what your Dad wants?

He seems happy.

It's... what he could get.

What if I gave him his job back?

What?

Everything. Same job.

All as if nothing happened.

You think that's the solution?

It's an option.

Are you trying to compete with Nick?

No.

Look, just tell me what to do to make this better between us.

I'll apologize to your father.

I'll give him his job back.

I'll make up for the time that he's lost.

Or even promote him, if that's what you want.

Whatever happened to, "what he did was wrong."

None of that matters.

Especially if it comes between us.

Hello? This is Pearce.

Look, I don't want to pretend my Dad did everything right.

He didn't.

But what you did was wrong, too,

and you can't just buy your way out of it.

No, I'm not trying to--

Look, Jess,

I don't know what to do to make this

right in your eyes, but I am trying.

I care about you, and...

I can't just give up on that.

Maybe you should.

Mason, it's your father.

Not now, Pearce.

He received a threat.

It was another note, and a photo of you taken at the estate.

Was it from the ocean side? Maybe a boat?

No.

On or near the property.

And it was about Mason, not Stan?

So I've been told.

You should call him.

There's no point in a panicked phone call.

It'll be bad enough in person.

[dramatic music]

-They're inside. -Okay.

If Jess comes, send her in, will ya?

Oh, you're all right.

So where is it?

It came yesterday morning.

[knocking on door]

Do we really need her here?

Yes.

Was there anything unusual in how this was delivered?

Christine asked the staff. It came by mail.

I've seen others come like this.

You have?

But they were addressed to Stan. Honey...

There were others before, but they were different.

You got more threats?

I didn't think it was serious.

Different how?

The others had images from magazines,

ads, interviews that Mason did.

Did those come with letters as well?

Yes.

Like this one?

Why didn't you say something?

I didn't want you to worry.

What about me? Did you think I should worry?

Could we see the other images and notes, please?

-I burned them. -You what?

They looked like a prank or a way to extort money.

So you destroyed them? They all threatened me.

Exactly.

Part of me thought they were from you.

What?

Maybe it was a stunt to get

attention or guilt me into something.

Stan.

I burned them to protect you in case it was you.

Why would I ever do that?

Well, you ran away when you were 16 and

said you wouldn't come back until I gave you a Ferrari.

I was 14, actually, and I was gone for a day.

-[Stan] Still. -That was over 20 years ago.

Mr. Flynn, is there anything left to those letters at all?

No, just this one.

How long have you been receiving them?

A few months, every few weeks.

Same as yours.

What do you mean?

[dramatic music]

Mason.

Similar to the images you got, Mr. Flynn?

This was taken outside of our house.

Yes.

So whoever's doing this knows a lot about us.

It would appear that way.

He certainly knows about Mason.

There was a break-in in his home,

tampering with his car, and-- -That's enough.

No, it isn't.

Why didn't you say anything?

-Me? -Yes.

You have responsibilities.

I should have been the first to know.

And you, you're incompetent.

You're supposed to be protecting him.

Hey, he's the only one in all of this who

I've trusted to care whether I live or die.

Mason.

And it won't affect business, Dad.

I know that's what really worries you.

You, don't talk about this.

We don't want gossip or anything.

I don't care if my son has feelings for you or not.

Actually, Jess is a vital part of Mason's security team.

[thoughtful music]

Thanks.

For what?

For what you said back there with your dad.

Didn't say anything that wasn't true.

Well, still, I appreciate it. Although you got one bit wrong.

What's that?

Jess cares about you, too.

Well, I think I screwed that one up.

She'll forgive you.

How do you know?

She came today, didn't she?

Only because it's her job.

What are you reading?

Personnel files.

Why?

Just to see if anyone stands out, for work.

Flynn's had more problems?

Yeah.

He has enough money to hire anyone he wants,

even an army to protect him.

I don't want you in danger.

Well, if I thought an army would help, I would be all for it.

Are you doing this for any other reason?

I mean, is there something more between you and Mason?

He isn't who I thought he was.

Well, more he's exactly who I thought he was, but still...

If something were to happen to him...

Bad things happen to people all the time.

It isn't your responsibility to fix it all.

Well, I have to do everything I can to try to stop this.

I mean, it can't be like the last time when--

You did everything you could.

That bank case and those hostages, they...

they weren't your fault.

I can't walk away.

Not yet. -When?

When I solve this.

Then what would you do if this were just another case?

I would go through potential suspects like I am now.

What else?

I would send in evidence to be analyzed.

I would talk to all parties involved.

You know, victims, families, friends.

I would question them thoroughly.

What?

I haven't really been doing that.

Not myself.

I've been getting bits and pieces of information,

but not first hand.

Not the way I would be doing it if it were my own case.

I guess it's back to the basics.

If it would help you solve it and be done with all of this?

Yes.

Thank you, dad.

Mason.

You have a visitor.

Jess.

Thanks, Rita.

Hi.

Hi.

I'm glad you're here.

Can I get you anything?

I just want to talk.

About the threats.

Oh.

I need to treat this like I would any other case.

So I wanted to ask you the questions I normally would.

Case?

So that's the only reason you're here?

Can I sit?

Yeah.

So... what questions?

Um...

Tell me about your family.

You already know about them.

Well, extended family.

Someone who might stand to gain if something happened to you?

Aunts, uncles and such.

But no, they wouldn't get anything.

Why not?

My will doesn't include them.

Who's in your will?

It's a bit personal, isn't it?

Who knows if they're in your will?

Because you're worth a lot.

Um... in the event of my death,

half of my fortune would go to my parents

and the other half a slew of charities.

Really?

Yeah. Why?

Uh, nothing. Just surprising.

Um, what about insurance policies?

My company has a policy on me, but I don't have one personally.

No need.

What's the company policy for?

Kidnap and ransom.

Um...

I'm sure I've asked you this,

but do you know if anyone has a problem with you?

Um...

Jealous friends?

Former executives?

Love interests?

You?

Don't do that.

I'm trying to give this my all.

Why?

What do you mean?

Why do you care whether I'm safe or not?

That's not fair.

I don't mean to make this difficult. I...

I'm just trying to understand.

I'm still mad at you.

I'm not ready to let go of what you did, but you still mean...

I'm not going to let someone come after you out of spite.

Okay.

Um, what was the question again?

Okay, so here we move the status to show that the

City Planning Commission has approved it.

Alright.

Now, the client has asked for some alterations

to the plans, and they're significant

enough that we need to resubmit them to

the City Inspectors.

So, what we do in that case

is...

Gordon?

I'm sorry. I missed some of that.

Uh, alterations.

No problem.

Is everything okay?

Yeah.

What's wrong?

-It's Jess. -Is she okay?

Yeah, for now, but this Flynn thing has me worried.

I know. I feel the same way.

I just want her safe, but protecting him...

I could always tell

when she was in the middle of something

dangerous when she worked with the police.

And, uh...

She's like that now.

Dangerous.

Wait, what?

You should set up screening measures

with the mail at their house.

Already done.

Yeah, I'm surprised you didn't have that in place before.

Mr. Flynn never shared anything that

made me think that was necessary.

Until now.

We should stay in touch about any concerns,

schedules, or ways we can coordinate.

Okay.

Just collaborating with Stan's security.

Good idea.

I would like to interview Stan and Christine.

Ooh... okay.

Think they'll cooperate?

Only so much, and they're not gonna like it.

Well, I need more details.

Information leads, and up until now

we've just kept this whole thing shrouded with secrecy.

We still are.

Well, more people are involved than we thought, so...

Okay. Do what you want.

But, you know how they are with Mason.

Don't let it backfire on him.

Even if you two aren't seeing eye to eye.

Mr. and Mrs. Flynn, thank you for coming here.

Anything to help Mason.

Would you like anything to drink?

No. Let's move this along.

Right. I want to start with some background.

Friends, family, enemies, and so forth.

We have no friends or family who would have

done this, and I don't have any enemies.

Really? No one you're at odds with?

Other than my son.

What else?

Have either of you noticed anyone or anything concerning

around you or on your property?

I have a security team that would have handled that.

Nothing comes to mind.

And with the threats you received, Mr. Flynn,

do any indicate a desire to harm you?

-No. -What about Mrs. Flynn?

No. They focused on Mason.

Is there anything in Mason's history

that would give anyone reason to target him?

Not that I can think of.

What about jealous ex-girlfriends?

Or friends holding a grudge?

You should ask him about that.

I did. But I would appreciate your perspective.

No one I can remember.

Have there ever been any paternity claims against Mason?

Nothing like that.

No one coming out of the woodwork

with frivolous claims either?

Not that we're aware of.

Okay.

Well, let's talk about your histories next.

Why?

Just in case there's anything in

your past that might be a factor.

You think we have some ties to this?

Stan, she's just trying to help.

Go ahead.

Thank you.

Do either of you have a former spouse?

Christine's my one and only.

We've only been married to each other.

What about children? Any from a prior relationship?

Excuse me?

You are way over the line here.

Sorry. But these are standard questions I would ask anyone.

I'm not just anyone.

And we're done here.

[deep exhale] Where is he?

Is something wrong?

Mason has a meeting. It's too important to miss.

He had a last minute appointment with his estate attorney

and it's throwing off his whole schedule.

There you are. You have golf with Trenton Miller.

That's today? When?

In 20 minutes.

Okay.

I'll get the car.

Could you come with?

I can ask someone else if you prefer.

No, I'll come.

I can do a 10% increase on our order

from last year's athletic line.

10%?

You were telling me yourself you were surprised how well it did.

I was being nice.

I assumed you'd want to do 30% higher.

30?

You're dreaming.

Especially with that Fly launch. That tainted things.

For five minutes.

Everyone's over it.

Maybe I'm not.

Thanks.

So make me a counter offer.

10%.

Be real.

15%.

Whoa.

25% and I'll hold back on my swings.

[Trenton] 22.

22. That's a strange increment.

I stand by it.

Works for me.

Hey, Trisha.

[Trisha] I found something. In the files.

What?

[Trisha] I have to show you.

Okay.

[Trisha] When can you meet?

- Hey. - Hey.

What did you find?

It's one of the personnel files.

But it isn't about Mason.

What?

[dramatic music]

Brooke?

Look the emergency contact information.

Renee Warren.

Your last case.

The same name as the second victim

from the hostage incident at the bank.

Warren is sort of a common name.

I checked.

Her mom died a little more than six months ago.

The same time...

The shooting.

Are you sure?

I mean, what about Brooke? Her last name is Tremaine.

She changed her name when she turned 18.

And I haven't seen that she's gotten married since.

So maybe she's using a different family name.

Is she really her daughter?

Let me talk to Dylan about that and I'll get back to you.

Great. [phone ringing]

[Elaine] Mr. Flynn's office...

Just a moment.

It's Henry Wilcox.

Yeah.

And he says it like it's the most revolutionary thing ever.

And everyone in the room is just staring at him.

Until Peter says,

"Did you invent the wheel too?"

Stan?

Yes.

Peter is clever.

Something on your mind?

Am I a terrible father?

No.

Did something happen with Mason?

Someone's been threatening him.

What?

Both he and I have received letters.

They're always targeting him.

Stan.

How's he taking it?

How are you taking it?

It's been going on a while.

Why didn't you tell me?

Somehow it's my fault.

That's how he sees it anyway.

I don't understand.

Maybe I didn't handle things right.

He didn't tell me either, but...

Why is it we're always at war?

Do you love your son?

What type of question is that? Of course I do.

Do you show him?

I care about what happens to him.

That's clear for everyone to see.

Is it?

You asked if you're a bad father.

Do you think you could be better?

We can't turn back the clock.

So look at what's going on now.

What can you do?

Mason!

What do you want?

I thought we'd go to dinner tonight.

Just you and me.

-I have-- -Eight o'clock?

Why?

Just to catch up.

Please?

Fine.

Hey, I'm gonna catch up.

Brooke!

-Hi. -Hi.

How are you?

Fine. I'm on my way out.

Working what I'm gonna say in this next meeting.

Need to put some people in their place

without making them feel like total screw-ups.

Everything okay?

Yeah. Yeah, um...

You know what? I'll just catch up with you later.

Okay. Wish me luck.

Good luck.

[TV Announcer] Roughing the passer...

-[Gordon] Oh! -[Nick] Ugh!

[Gordon] That was poor defense.

Not a foul.

Come on, refs.

[clears throat]

Hey.

Uh... hi.

What are you two doing?

Just watching the game.

Uh-huh.

Well, that's enough excitement for me.

I am going to go get ready for bed.

Uh, it's seven o'clock, Dad.

I had a long day at work.

[chuckles]

Have a seat.

What are you doing here?

Just hanging out with your dad.

And getting him a job, I heard.

Yeah. Uh...

It's been good. I think.

Thank you for doing that.

But it doesn't change anything for us.

That's not what I'm trying to do.

But I still care about you.

And I wanted to check and see if you're okay.

I'm fine.

Your dad told me about all that you're doing.

Keeping Mason Flynn safe.

And all of his drama.

He shouldn't have told you any of that.

Well, he's worried about you.

So am I.

I'm fine.

And I'm perfectly capable. I mean, you don't have to worry.

You shouldn't worry.

I know.

Look, I'm not here as an ex-boyfriend.

But I would like to still be friends.

If that's okay.

So, how've you been.

Your dad tells me you've been under a lot of pressure.

It hasn't been easy.

Well hey, I'm here.

At one time, I was a great listener.

I found out that someone at work, a friend,

is related to the victim from when I was at the police force.

The bank case.

Oh, Jess.

I feel like I should tell her, but...

How?

I get it.

I know she's having a hard time with her mother's death.

I just, I never knew how she died until...

I'm sorry.

But it wasn't your fault.

You know I see it differently.

Well, you're wrong. And you're assuming she'll blame you.

What if she does?

What if she doesn't? I don't know what's worse.

-I do. -Nick.

You've carried this for months.

I don't want you to keep carrying it.

Maybe this is a chance for you to talk with her.

Mourn with her, you know?

Maybe this is the thing that'll help you and her heal.

That's a surprising way to look at it.

But a good one, right?

Optimistic, for sure.

Well, what's the worst that could happen?

Think it over.

And remember, you don't have to say anything either.

I feel like I have to.

Yeah.

Well, whatever you choose,

you can always tell me about it.

Alright?

Thank you.

[suspenseful music]

Thanks.

If you think he's cheating on you, I can investigate further.

Photos show enough proof there to question his fidelity.

Okay.

If you need anything else, you know how to reach me.

Can you bring us two bourbons? Neat.

A double for me.

Feel free to order whatever you want.

Thanks.

I think the lamb looks good.

What are you gonna get?

The... steak.

Ah.

Your mom wants me to cut back on red meat.

Maybe I should do the fish.

What are we doing here?

Having dinner.

Why?

Because I thought it would be nice.

What do you really want?

Can't you and I just spend a nice evening out?

When have we ever done that?

Don't be obstinate.

-There it is. -What?

I was wondering when the name calling would start.

Look.

I'm just trying to do something good here.

Why? I can buy my own meals.

I wanted to see if you were alright.

With all the...

Death threats.

Yes, all that.

And I want you to know that I was...

that I am...

worried about you.

[thoughtful music]

Well...

Thanks, Dad.

So?

[exhales deeply]

Fine.

You want to know how I am?

I feel...

Like a sitting duck.

[Mason] I don't feel safe at home.

In my car.

Or at work.

All it'll take is for some psycho...

To decide to take it up a notch.

And waiting for that to happen...

is just as nerve-wracking.

Meanwhile I have to play the composed, competent CEO,

always in charge. When in reality

I'm at the mercy of whoever's trying to kill me.

Keep your voice down.

You don't want people to know about that.

[tense music]

And to top it all off I have a father

who is more interested in appearances

and the bottom line than my own life.

May I answer any questions about today's menu?

He'll have the lamb.

I've lost my appetite.

Mason!

Home?

No, back to the office.

-Derek. -Hey.

Is he still here?

Yes, ma'am.

Oh. I'll just stop in and say hello then.

[knocking on door]

You're here late.

Yeah, I forgot something and needed to come back.

What about you?

Burning the midnight oil?

Just wanted some quiet.

Hmm.

Do you want me to go? -No, you're fine.

How are things with Jess?

About the same.

Sorry.

You want a drink?

No.

I left a perfectly good one at dinner with my father.

Dinner?

How was that? [Mason chuckles]

Hey, what's your dad like?

I never knew him growing up.

Really?

I don't think I knew that.

You didn't notice that I was alone at my mom's funeral?

I assume they were estranged?

Divorced maybe?

No.

I'm sorry.

What makes you ask about my dad?

Just wondering what other fathers are like?

Yeah.

Not a great source of information there.

But relationships are all hard.

They require work.

Especially the more we care.

So that's the secret?

Yes.

And don't pretend you didn't know that.

Sometimes... the work...

doesn't lead to anything.

Are we talking about Jess or your dad?

My dad.

I'm not ready to give up on Jess.

But you are on your dad?

I don't know how to please him.

And I am so tired of trying.

Maybe... no father figure is better than a messed up one.

[tense music]

I'm sorry. That was...

That was insensitive.

Brooke?

Brooke?

You alright?

Yeah. Fine.

Why?

You seemed a little uneasy there.

Is it what I said or... were you looking over the edge?

Must be the height.

It can affect your balance.

[tense music builds]

Maybe we should call it a night?

Yeah.

Thanks for... listening.

Things will get better.

One way or another.

Thanks.

[theme music]