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Well, I'm surprised to see you,

you know, with all this going on with Smitty.

It's a hell of a situation.

[groans] Tell me about it.

But Smitty's innocent.

So I'm doing everything in my power to prove it.

Okay. Well, you know I'm here if you need me.

-And maybe have a chat with Elon? -Mm.

Thanks for offering, Dad,

but, no, I'm good.

And you don't have to worry about it.

Oh, little hard not to.

How are you and Jacob managing?

Mm. Well, we're trying really hard

to keep our personal and professional lives separate.

That's good. But when you're squaring off

against each other like that, you know, it can't be easy.

-You know, after a while, you start to-- -Dad.

I didn't come here to talk about my case.

Oh.

What brought you by?

[scoffs] Finally.

I was hoping to see you last night.

I was busy.

Thanks to you, Joey has got me working overtime.

I really am sorry for throwing you under the bus, cuz.

How could you lie and tell them it was my idea

to blackmail Bill with those recordings?

I am lucky to be alive.

I panicked, okay?

I-I didn't know what to say.

I am sorry.

You are a sorry excuse for family.

Now, just give me my money.

Or you planning on stabbing me in the back again?

You're not going to like this.

Well, that's one way to get my attention.

Heather's offer on the condo was accepted.

-I did what I could to stall, but-- -But money talks.

And Heather has piles of it.

I haven't spoken with her yet, but...

it's basically a done deal.

I appreciate you trying to prevent this on my behalf.

But if you had turned her down,

Heather would have just gotten another agent

to handle the deal.

I'm sorry, Joey.

Don't be.

When my sister sets her mind to something,

there's nothing anyone can do to stop her.

[Dani laughing]

Heather! Join us!

Oh.

Hi! Well, don't mind if I do.

Thank you again for the guest pass, Dani.

-Oh, yeah. -Oh.

You're passing out guest passes now?

Well, they're pretty much unlimited if you're a Dupree.

Why not share with friends?

Well, in that case, I might be asking for a few more.

For someone who lives in London,

you have been spending a lot of time stateside.

And I think there's more of that to come.

[clears throat] Meaning?

I'm buying a condo in D.C. right next to my brother's place.

What?

Why would you move here?

♪ ♪

Okay, now, my feet are trained to withstand 12-hour shifts.

-But being able to do this... -Mm.

...whenever I want... [chuckles]

-never gets old. -Mm.

Ah, well, one of the perks of being my fiancée.

-Oh. "Fiancée." -Mm.

That just rolls off the tongue so well.

Mmm, speaking of...

-[giggles] -[soft knocking]

TED: Eva!

-You're back. -Ah!

-Sorry to interrupt. -No, no worries.

-Come in. -[sighs] I just came

-straight from the airport. -TED: Ah, well,

-how was the conference? -Oh, Dad,

it was amazing.

The networking, the fireside chats.

-Mm. Mm-hmm. -I attended a seminar

on the beauty trends told through the lens of social media

and it was really eye-opening.

I took lots of notes so we could talk about it.

-Good. -Oh. Sounds like you going

in Ted's place was a great idea.

Worked for me.

I just hope that I represented R&F well.

-I have no doubt. -[chuckles softly]

Oh, my gosh, in Seattle,

everyone always talks about the coffee.

-But I was shook. -[chuckling]

Oh, my God.

What am I doing? Congratulations!

-[squeals, chuckling] -Let me see.

Ooh, it's stunning.

-Aw. -Dad texted me

after you told him yes and, oh,

-I'm just so happy for you guys. -[Ted chuckles softly]

Thank you, Eva.

I have to ask,

does Mama know?

She does not.

Okay.

Everything in me wants to believe

that Mama has finally accepted the fact that you two are over.

But seeing this,

I don't know how she'll react.

I'm sorry for bringing her up.

No, no, no. It's-it's a valid concern.

I'll talk to Dana.

No. Please.

I need to be the one to break the news.

Sorry I'm late.

Was checking in on Tyrell and Samantha.

-How are they? -[sighs] Well,

their dad was arrested, so not great.

Tyrell went back to Banneker though.

Seems to be taking it better than Samantha.

What if we give our little teen ambassador something to do?

Maybe it'll help take her mind off of Smitty.

Already on it. I told her we'd have some special projects

for her to shift her focus.

And with the...

sweatshop bust having gone public,

you know, we could use her help.

Yeah, well, our notifications are blowing up

since the news dropped.

All those trolls

who were talking smack about our baby brand

are now singing our praises for dropping the show.

Girl, those Temu fashion bloggers are eating their words.

And our sales just keep climbing.

Come on, karma.

Mm-hmm. Mm.

[giggling]

What are we celebrating?

The continued success of ChelseaKat.

Ah. How boring.

Forget I asked.

And the upcoming nuptials

for my dad and Shanice.

They're engaged.

Look, if I'm able to smooth the waters even a little,

that'll be the best wedding present I can give.

Well, the last time I spoke to Leslie,

I told her she should focus on her relationship with Marcel.

I made the same suggestion.

Hope she took it to heart.

Well, Mama and Marcel have been getting along great,

but still...

I mean,

dating Shanice isn't the same as marrying her, huh?

That part.

And I don't know if Mama will be able to process it.

What do I keep telling you, Eva? You are not responsible

for your mother. Not her feelings, not her choices.

Certainly not her behavior. It's not on you what happens next.

LESLIE: Engaged?

Well, I'll be sure to congratulate Ted when I see him.

Expecting a different reaction?

Waiting for me to break down in despair?

Sorry to disappoint.

So you're okay with it?

I am. I've moved on with a man who adores me.

And the feeling is mutual.

You've been acting a straight fool over my dad,

and now you're suddenly just over it?

Priorities change, little girl.

You'd be lucky to learn that one day.

Only thing that matters is that Marcel makes me happy.

Oh. Just like this one makes my baby girl happy.

IZAIAH: Oh. Uh, what am I missing?

Oh, I'll fill you in, future son-in-law.

Let's get a table.

-Okay. -[chuckles]

Bobbsey Twins.

[fake chuckles]

I'll meet with Heather later to get the paperwork signed.

At least you'll make a commission.

All of this just breaks my heart.

Your baby sister will finally be close to you again, and...

it's something you dread rather than welcome.

It's complicated.

Remember when we first talked about the letter

Heather left all those years ago?

You were so hopeful about reconnecting with her.

That was before I knew what she'd become.

Now she's determined to be...

back in my life, which means

she's going to be a part of yours, too.

Tell me how I can help, Joey.

Be vigilant.

And let my men guard you.

Against your sister?

Heather's family, but that doesn't mean anything

when it comes to business.

It's the Armstrong way.

That's sad.

It is what it is.

Heather reminds me more and more of my father every day.

I know you've told me to be wary,

but I've never seen Heather be even remotely dangerous.

If it's up to me,

you never will.

Someone does not seem very enthusiastic about my move.

What I meant was the area you're looking at,

um, has gotten kind of sketchy.

-Oh. Well... -Yeah.

I have a condo over there that I use as my photography studio.

There has been an uptick in crime.

I'm sure you heard Vanessa was carjacked

outside Andre's building.

I did hear that. I'm-I'm so relieved that Vanessa's okay.

You know, some of this is just--

it comes with the territory of city living.

We know a boss babe like you doesn't scare easily.

But Andre does have a point.

There are tons of fabulous alternatives.

Yeah. Oh, you know what, like Alexandria.

-Mm-hmm. -Huh? You have the Potomac.

-Yes. -That old town charm like you like.

Yeah. You can still commute to D.C. whenever you want.

I appreciate all of this. I-I do.

But I'm really confident with my decision.

I actually already put an offer in.

Huh. And what does your brother have to say about this move?

Oh, Joey.

You know, I'll admit,

we have a little ways to go with our relationship.

But we're gonna get there.

I do not give up on people that matter to me.

-DANI: Mm. -[phone chimes]

Oh. Hold on.

I've been waiting.

Oh!

Sorry. [giggles]

They accepted my offer.

Congratulations.

Should we do a round of bellinis?

Oh, wow. That's so sweet.

I-I don't want to hold up your day.

I'm up for a quick toast. Andre?

Yeah. Uh, no, no.

Um, um, I have something I need to take care of.

-Oh. -You two have at it.

-Okay. -Yeah. Um...

Mm. I'm gonna... [clears throat]

I'm gonna go.

I'll see you at home later.

Bye, neighbor.

Okay. I'll leave you lovebirds to it. [chuckles]

I just wanted to let you know that I was back.

-I'm off to meet Mama and Izaiah. -TED: Okay.

See you later.

-Bye. -Bye.

I'm a blessed man.

-[door closes] -Not only have I found you,

but we've earned the support of my kids.

Hard to believe all that would have happened

in less than a year, huh?

Mm. Well, our family

-and friends and your children... -Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm.

...they're happy because they know our pasts don't define us.

And they know what a remarkable man you are.

-Just like I do. -Mmm!

Damn, woman.

Gonna make me say "I do" right now.

[chuckling]

Did you have to blurt it like that?

Absolutely.

I'm not censoring myself for Leslie.

That woman needs to know that whatever shred of hope

she was holding on to is dead.

Sometimes you just got to rip the bandage and keep it moving.

-You wanted to rip the skin, too. -Mm.

I want her under the jail,

but I'll settle for a good public humbling.

Mm-hmm.

With Ted and Shanice getting married,

you got to be feeling some type of way.

[sighs]

Like I told the gruesome twosome over there...

...I'm not worried about Ted.

I mean, I am happily involved with Marcel.

If you say so.

[chuckles]

Okay. All right. Enough of all that.

I want to talk about you and my baby girl before she gets here.

[both chuckle]

So, are you happy?

Yeah. Yeah, I am.

It's like they always say--

love comes at you when you're least expecting it.

And when I first got back,

I wasn't sure I was gonna stay.

But Eva changed everything.

Hmm. I can see that when I look at you.

How much you love her.

I do.

But like I said before, okay,

we're-we're moving on our timeline.

-Oh. -Don't go planning a wedding.

Again.

-Ah. [laughing] -[laughing]

Ordered your faves for you.

[sighs]

You really think this is gonna make me forget what you did?

Got extra ranch, too.

[scoffs] Okay.

Quit stalling.

I'm not playing with you, cuz.

I want my money.

Look, just hear me out first. Please?

Listen, I-I can't stand the thought

of you not being in my life.

You could stand it when you were setting me up to die.

I told you-- I thought you'd skipped town.

Marcel had a saw

and tarp for the blood.

My blood.

My body. My-my life.

You have to understand the terror I felt.

And then Vernon saves me only to threaten me so bad that,

man, they should've just offed me.

Can you honestly say that you wouldn't have said whatever

in that moment?

I would have been smart enough not to get caught up

in the first place.

And even if I did,

I would've stayed ten toes down,

unlike you.

[sighing]

Look, Randy, we have been in this

from the beginning.

I'm so sorry that I hurt you.

But you are literally the only person that I trust.

Has Joey still been threatening you?

Not exactly.

But I'm on thin ice.

See? Look, at least you're still above water.

I've completely fallen through.

-NAOMI: Happy belated birthday, Dad. -[chuckles]

I'm sorry I didn't give this to you yesterday.

I was caught up in the Smitty of it all.

There's no need to apologize.

-What do we have here? -I hope you like it.

-Uh... -[chuckles]

-Yeah. -[chuckles]

[chuckling] No way!

-Baby, you remembered. -Yes.

This was our way of decompressing

when you'd see me on the verge of losing it

after cramming for an exam or trying to understand

-some complicated precedent in law school. -Yeah, yeah, yeah.

And I'd get your mind off it by challenging you

to see who can make the best paper airplane.

[both chuckle]

You know, I still do this to this day.

-Yeah? -Yeah. When I need a breather from a case

or when I just need to relax.

Mmm.

So you're repaying a favor.

-You're carrying a lot, Dad. -Mm.

So I thought this could be a nice distraction,

even if for one minute.

Well,

thank you, baby.

-This is very thoughtful of you. -Of course.

-Come here. [chuckles] -[chuckles]

So, you say you still make those, huh?

-Occasionally. Why? -Mm.

Well, you know, how about we put those skills to the test?

For old times' sake.

-Let's do it. -[chuckling]

-Welcome back, baby. -[clears throat]

Oh, I missed being in these arms.

[clearing throat] Hmm?

-Hi, Mama! -[laughs]

-Oh, I missed my baby girl. -[chuckles]

Ooh, tell me all about the conference, okay?

I want to know who'd you meet, who'd you see,

who'd you talk to. Tell me everything.

I will. But, uh,

first there's something you need to know.

I just came back from seeing Dad and Shanice and...

You know they've been dating for some time now--

Baby girl, let me stop you.

I know.

You know what?

About the engagement.

Your annoying half-ass sister over there

was way too excited to relay the news.

Kat told you about the engagement?

Oh, don't worry about it. I didn't give her the satisfaction

that she was hoping for.

I'm okay.

You are?

-I had the same reaction. -[Leslie sighs]

Baby, Mama is living her life with a man who is enjoying me

just as much as I am enjoying him.

[Leslie and Eva chuckle]

Nursey can have Ted.

Now, if you two will excuse me.

Where are you going? I just sat down.

Oh, uh, I've got to handle something, okay?

But, look, enjoy your boo,

and you and I will catch up later.

-I got you. -Aw.

See? He is a gentleman.

-That's why he's my man. -[chuckling]

-Bye, sweetie. [chuckles] -All right.

Seems like she's actually doing all right.

She's taking it well.

Too well.

I've got your e-documents uploaded so that you can sign.

Wow. You're efficient on every count.

I love it.

I'm excited.

I mean, I do love London a lot,

but I've missed the States.

How much time do you think you'll be spending here?

Will your work allow you to go back and forth or...?

Uh, you know, I'm a free spirit.

I just like to keep myself open,

go wherever the wind may take me.

Why do you ask?

Just curious.

Now, we both know that's not entirely true.

I mean, I'd hate to think you were trying to dissuade me

from sticking around.

[both chuckle softly]

I wasn't.

Good.

'Cause if you were trying to change my mind,

it would really disappoint me.

[chuckles softly]

Pick up, pick up, pick up, pick up.

HENRY: Andre, what's going on, mate?

A whole lot of bad.

Look, I told you--

I don't know where Heather is.

Yeah, well, I do.

What do you mean?

She's bought a damn condo.

Heather is moving here.

Ooh, that's not good.

You need to figure out a way to keep your distance.

You think I haven't tried?

I've even spoken to her brother to get some help.

Yeah, she's got family.

Yeah, yeah, some local guy.

But he's just like her, if you know what I mean.

Someone you don't want to get involved with.

You don't want to cross him.

But he's not as unhinged.

Yeah. So now you're caught between two mob bosses.

And if Heather finds out

that you've made a move against her... [scoffs]

That's why I'm calling.

[sighs] Please tell me you still have connections

to Scotland Yard.

If there's any chance that Heather can be charged

and extradited, we have to try.

No, wedon't.

And if this is anything to do with what you have on her,

I want no part of it.

I've got undeniable proof.

This could take her out.

Uh, why do you think that Heather's never spent

one night in prison? Eh?

When I worked undercover in her organization,

I learned she's got connections everywhere.

It's too dangerous. Just forget about it.

[scoffs] I can't.

When she's constantly playing in my face

and playing with my life.

I need to get rid of her.

Not just for my sake but for my wife, too.

Have you told your wife what you know?

Of course not.

Dani would never play something like this well.

Good. Keep it that way.

'Cause if you cross Heather and she finds out,

she'll cut your throat before she's had her morning coffee.

And your wife's too.

Come on, Henry. Look, there has to be something.

I'm sorry, mate.

You're on your own.

-NAOMI: Oh, my God. -[Bill laughing]

I thought you said you've been keeping up with these.

I have been, okay?

I'm just giving you a little birthday mercy.

-[chuckling] -Geez. [chuckles]

And the student becomes the teacher.

Well, look, don't tell your sister,

but you won best gift this year.

-Oh, yeah? -Mm-hmm.

Don't tell me Chelsea got you another tie.

No. It was worse.

She signed me up

-for a dating site. -[scoffs]

-What? [chuckles] -Yeah.

-No, she did not. -Yes, she did.

Yeah, she even prescreened a bunch of matches.

And all of them are collecting Social Security.

-[laughs] Well... -[chuckling]

Chelsea's never been the subtle one in our family.

No, no.

Yeah, I know she's trying to make sure

I don't experience another Hayley, but come on.

Well, this is just her way of telling you she loves you

-and she's looking out for you. -Mm.

We both are.

Even if you don't want it.

Well...

[sighs] With everything I've been through,

I'd say you two are,

you know, due a lot more respect in that regard.

I should have listened to you much earlier about Hayley.

Yeah, well,

that chapter is closed, so...

we can just move forward now.

Mm.

Speaking of,

there is one more gift that I was hoping for.

[singsongy]: Ding-a-ling-a-ling.

Ha.

Let me guess-- Texas Hold'em?

The game? Nah.

Song? Always.

[chuckles softly] Well, if you're looking for Vanessa,

-she's not here. -I know.

I was just having celebratory drinks with your sister.

Heather mentioned that Vanessa's bringing over the paperwork

for her new condo.

I'm sure she was thrilled to share the news.

But I doubt you came here to discuss

my sister's living arrangements.

What can I do for you?

How quickly he forgets.

I am here because you owe me.

-I'll be damned. -Mm.

Yeah, I'll-I'll take my $10,000.

-However's most convenient. -You and Andre

made it a year. I...

Well, uh...

-congratulations? -You didn't think

we'd make it six months.

-No. -And now here we are,

a year-plus.

Pay up.

You won fair and square.

But...

I have another wager, if you're interested.

I'm listening.

Double or nothing.

Hmm.

I see you still haven't learned

when it comes to betting against Dani Dupree.

I'll take your bet.

And in a year...

...I'll take double.

I wasn't trying to convince you one way or the other.

Okay.

I mean, I know Joey isn't happy about my decision.

Were you expecting him to throw you a housewarming?

[chuckles] No, I wasn't.

He's been very clear on his stance about me being back.

He's put a wall up a mile high.

But I'm not gonna give up on us.

I know that we will be close again one day.

Does that bother you?

Me being in his life.

I will always want what's best for Joey.

I stand by him.

For what it's worth,

I really hope you two can reconcile.

I've said this before and I'll say it again--

he is so lucky to have you.

And I promise you,

I'll never put you in the middle of us.

Thank you.

Look at how you are living even now, cuz.

Ordering room service. Living off of other people's dime.

You've obviously forgotten the meaning of the word "struggle."

Man, this means jack squat when you're constantly being watched.

What are you...

what are you talking about?

Joey's sister.

I ran into her twice yesterday.

I mean, she never made an overt threat,

but she was definitely warning me.

Yeah, I've had a few run-ins with her myself.

Joey stepped to me, too.

Made it sound like he was gonna personally finish

what Marcel started if I pissed him off again.

-What did you do to Joey? Mm. -Nothing.

I just happened to be in Orphey Gene's

when Martin was giving some statement about Smitty's arrest.

It was a complete coincidence.

[scoffs] Joey is hardwired not to believe in coincidences.

Now I'm afraid to leave this room.

I don't know what's...

lurking or-or waiting for me.

If they see that they are getting to you,

-that's just gonna fan the flames. -Man,

screw them people. I'm ready to go.

But...

I need a new identity first.

[sighs]

There it is.

The real reason why you called me.

Not to make things right but because you wanted something.

No, I meant every word that I said.

Randy, I am going to give you a bigger cut of the money

that I get from Bill.

But?

I need you to help me with my next play.

But, listen, this is a two-way street.

You get more money

and I can finally get the hell out of here.

You can even give some money to your kid.

I'm sure your ex would appreciate that.

What would you say, huh?

DANI: Hello!

I missed you.

-Hey. -[chuckles] Come over here.

-[chuckles softly] -Mmm.

You do know what today is, right?

Andre Richardson, today is the anniversary--

Oh, the anniversary of the day that we moved in together.

-Mm-hmm. -Mmm. How could I forget?

We made this our home.

Baby, you'd be my home no matter where we lived.

[chuckles]

Mmm. Come on.

-I, um... -Hey.

What was that earlier with Heather?

What?

About her moving here.

I went along, but you came in hot.

Yeah, I was just being honest.

The more distance we have from that woman, the better.

I have an idea.

Why don't we invite Heather over for dinner?

-Oh. -The two of you can spend some time together

and get to know each other better.

-Hard pass, Dani. -Andre,

I'm just trying to get you to see

that Heather is a good person.

Dani, you have no idea what you're talking about, okay?

I know all I need to know about her.

I...

Surprise, surprise.

[sighs] Well, you would think so, wouldn't you?

But would I though?

What do you want?

Well, let me in and I'll tell you.

You know, I was telling Aunt Monica I always knew

weddings were work, but planning your own

is like an entire production.

What about a planner? We can get someone to take some of the load

so we don't have to do every little task.

Yeah, I thought about that.

-At the very least, a day-of planner. -Mm-hmm.

I remember the relief Nicole felt

having someone do all the running around on her big day.

Right. [clears throat] Because you've done this before.

You know, I'm completely content

with just going to the courthouse.

I don't want you to get all heady about a second wedding.

Shanice, are you kidding me?

You're getting the whole shebang.

The reception where people dance

-until their feet hurt. -[chuckles]

The ceremony where there's not a dry eye in the place.

And all the bridesmaids you want.

-With matching dresses. -Ah.

See, that's where I am pivoting.

See, my ladies will be comfortable

-as they're by my side. -Mm.

I always thought it was just inconsiderate

putting everybody in matching dresses.

I mean, same color, yes,

but they will each choose their own style.

Mm.

Okay, that's information overload,

-isn't it? [chuckles] -No.

-I want to hear every detail. -[elevator dings]

We are in this together.

I hear congratulations are in order.

Dana, don't start.

Everybody is so presumptuous today.

These are for you.

I'm sorry, Izaiah.

Uh, one second.

You know, I've been thinking about incorporating

new materials, something fresh for our next collection.

Well, our girl can source anything.

-What types of tex-- -You really can't help yourself, can you?

Uh, well, not really.

I mean, I inherited good genes from both sides.

I'm sorry you weren't as fortunate.

Girl, please.

Are you trying to make Dad's life harder?

I know you of all people are not asking me that.

Answer the question.

And, Chelsea and Izaiah, please stay out of this.

I know you told my mom about the engagement.

Well, the sooner her bubble of delusion popped, the better.

That wasn't your place.

I was gonna tell her gently and with compassion.

I bet that didn't even begin to cross your mind.

No, you're right. It didn't.

'Cause Leslie doesn't deserve compassion.

Who are you to say what someone deserves,

especially in a delicate situation like this?

I'm sure you loved rubbing it in my mom's face

that Dad was picking another woman over her again.

You didn't even think about how that would affect her.

You only thought about yourself.

I'm sorry, Dad, but that is one gift I cannot give you.

[sighs] Sweetheart, we have been working so well together.

Come on. I could set you up with a nice corner office here.

I won't abandon my practice.

I'm sorry, but the answer is no.

[sighs]

All right. All right.

Uh, I can't say I'm not disappointed.

But I suppose I understand.

I mean, you've put in a lot of effort to build your own firm.

-I have. -Mm.

But, hey, that does not mean

we won't be partnering here and there.

We still have to wrap up the case for June's friend.

Yeah.

I'll take it.

However I get to keep working alongside you.

Don't worry, Dad.

I am not going anywhere.

Best gift ever.

-Mmm. -[chuckles softly]

[chuckles]

How does me getting what I'm owed

always seem to come with a catch?

It's not like that.

But come on, cuz. You are getting a check.

I'm basically starting from scratch.

From scratch? [scoffs]

Half a million dollars is far from scratch.

So you want half?

I mean, that was the original agreement, was it not?

Deal.

Half a milly.

After you set me up with my new I.D.

[sighs]

So does this mean you forgive me?

It means that I want what I'm owed.

It means that you're lucky we're family and I am a gracious man.

I'll have to thank that Mona for getting you into church.

You know, what's up with that anyway?

What's next?

Well,

you call your I.D. guy.

Something high-class this time.

Oh, I am so ready to stop being Hayley Hamilton.

[sighs] I can finally just hit the gas

and let this place shrink to a memory.

-I know you're pissed about the condo. -Ha.

I-I promise you I am going to not interfere with your business

and not hound you about partnering.

-You really expect me to believe that? -I do.

I do. Because I will prove it to you.

If you don't trust anything I tell you, trust this.

There is only one thing I care more about my business

and that is you.

You're my family, Jojo.

Is that right?

Yes.

You know, when I left New York, I-I took everything I wanted--

money and power and influence.

And I was riding pretty high.

It held me for a long time.

-Until I... -Yeah.

It wasn't enough.

It's not.

It's not enough if you don't have someone

to share your day with.

That is what I want more than anything.

Do you think that that could ever be us again?

I used to read your letter.

A lot.

And I'd wonder where you were,

how you were doing.

And I'd be lying if I said I didn't think

about the possibility of us being close again.

[sighs] It's just...

I know.

-There's been a lot of distance. -Mm.

I understand.

[sighs]

But even hearing, like, the slightest bit of hope

in your voice...

...it's enough for me.

I guess I won't overstay my welcome.

Can we talk soon?

[sighs]

JOEY: Sure.

[sniffles]

[Heather sighs]

[sniffles]

[Joey sighs]

♪ ♪

That was foul, Kat, and you know it.

[scoffs]

I just find it hilarious that you think

you're the one with the moral high ground.

Your mama needed to know the truth.

My dad didn't want her then.

He doesn't want her now.

[Eva scoffs]

Well, if he didn't want her so much,

how the hell am I here?

Okay, guys, let's take a breather.

Yeah, uh, Eva, let's go back to our table.

You had no right and she didn't need to find out from you.

Well, I can't go back in time.

Now Leslie knows it's game over for good.

[scoffs softly] Unbelievable.

You coldhearted--

Bitch?

A badge I'll proudly wear

when it comes to protecting my family.

And let me tell you something else--

you better keep Leslie's crazy ass in check,

because I refuse to allow her to ruin another family celebration.

They're just flowers.

You act like something is ticking at the bottom.

Surely you can understand our hesitation.

[chuckles softly]

Like I have been saying all day,

I'm fine, okay?

And I'm even happy for you two.

Yeah. You?

Happy for us?

-[scoffs] -Nursey,

I never thought I'd fall for a man like Marcel, but I have.

He is different,

and he challenges me to be better.

He's good for me.

Mm-hmm.

If you're thinking about pulling some scheme at our wedding--

Do I think you could do better, Teddy?

Absolutely.

-[chuckles softly] -But your mistakes

are no longer my concern.

So, I've moved on to bigger and brighter, baby.

Again, congrats.

SHANICE: Do you buy that?

-Not a chance. -There is

no way in hell that woman is happy we are getting married.

Well, whatever this is makes me nervous.

Dana's a person you need to see coming.

-DANI: Tia! -[chuckles]

We are gonna tell your story with a little help

from your family and friends.

Well, if it isn't Bill Hamilton.

What the hell are you doing here, Kalista?

He's an awful husband.

-Okay, stop! -No.

Why the hell would you do that?

If some part of you still wants Ted,

you need to listen.

Are you saying I'm gaining weight?

[gags]

LESLIE: I'm seeing it.

HEATHER: I don't think I could let my ex

flaunt his new woman in front of me every day.

-It might make me murderous. -[gasps]

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