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Yes, Mayor? What are you going to do about this?

I know what I'm not going to do, and that's panic.

Abigail's right. I've seen banks fail, and it's fear in the community that

pushes them over the edge. Yeah, but the banks got our money, and it's already

closed down.

Have they lost it all?

I understand that you're worried. I just want my money. I need to buy supplies.

What are we supposed to do? I will deal with this, but I promise you the bank

will reopen.

When?

Soon. Just give me some time.

How much time?

I don't know.

Days, maybe a couple of weeks.

You can trust Abigail.

We're all in this together, people.

Jack's right.

We need to give Abigail a little bit of time to work this out. Thank you, Lee.

Until then... Everyone go about your normal business.

Oh, goodness.

How am I supposed to be normal?

I need to talk to you.

Can I talk to you in my office?

What's your plan?

I don't know.

Jenkins tried to get a loan to keep the bank afloat.

Obviously, that didn't happen.

Well, they must not see him as a good credit risk.

Bill, what am I gonna do?

You're gonna stay patient. You're gonna work this thing out.

Until then, you did the best thing a leader can do. You kept people from

panicking.

At best, I bought a little time.

Yeah. That's exactly what we need right now.

Time for cooler heads to prevail.

I was talking to Rosemary. I turned around and you were gone.

Oh, sorry.

Once Rosemary starts talking, I never know when it's going to end.

That's true.

What are you doing?

Oh, I got to head out for a bit to do something I should have done a long time

ago. Which is?

I want it to be a surprise, but it'll make you happy.

Hmm.

All right.

When will you be back?

Soon.

Day after tomorrow.

Are you okay?

Yeah, absolutely.

Why? I asked you about the Northern Territories and you didn't want to talk

about it. And now this... There's not really much to say about the Northern

Territories. And this is a surprise.

Trust me.

Safe travels.

See you soon.

Just think, in a little over a week, you're going to be Mrs.

Jack Thornton. Oh, it's so exciting.

I know. I can hardly believe it.

I just wish I knew why Jack had to leave town on this mystery mission of his.

Maybe he's buying you a wedding present, a gold brooch, or diamond earrings. Jack

knows he doesn't have to prove his love to me with expensive gifts.

Yeah, jewelry never hurt.

You're really worried about him.

Ever since Jack came home, I can't help but feel like he's holding something

back from me. He just isn't himself.

Well, maybe you should mention that to him when he gets home.

In the meantime, there are a lot of preparations and very little time to do

them. So, Elizabeth, I'll need you to meet me at Dottie's after school. I will

have the design of the dress ready to show you.

And, Dottie, once she picks up your fabric, Clara will set aside everything

else and start sewing.

Now, Abigail.

You're coordinating the wedding dinner, right? That's right.

We have to sit down and discuss the menu, but I was thinking prime rib with

all the trimmings.

Oh, that sounds delicious.

Yes! But all of this is going to cost a lot of money, and everyone's so low on

funds right now. Maybe we shouldn't get so carried away.

Nonsense!

You only get married once.

She's right.

Ferdinand Magellan was a Portuguese explorer who was the first European to

cross the Pacific Ocean.

Any questions?

Anna? Are we all invited to the wedding?

I meant questions about explorers.

But since you asked, yes, of course, you're all invited to our wedding.

Yay!

Now back to Magellan. Can I be an usher, Miss Snatcher?

Can I be the flower girl?

Oh, all right, all right, all right. Listen, listen. I promise you're all

invited to the wedding, and each and every one of you will have a very

special job.

You all mean so much to Mountie Jack and me, and we're very glad you'll be there

to help us celebrate.

Okay, time for recess. Class dismissed.

Miss Thatcher. Yes, Philip.

Thanks for inviting us to your wedding. Oh, you're welcome.

I hope your dad can come, too. If he gets home in time.

He's been working out of town for a while, hasn't he?

At his new job, but I hope he'll be home soon.

So, what's my job going to be at the wedding?

Oh, you know what?

I have the perfect job for you.

How would you like to be our ring bearer?

What does the ring bearer do?

Well, he carries the rings down the aisle. There's nothing more important

than that, right?

And the person who carries them has to be extra trustworthy.

That sounds very important.

It is.

Will you do it for us?

Yes. Thanks, Miss Thatcher.

Sophie,

could you hold up the blue chiffon for me? Mm-hmm.

Dark blue or light blue? Oh, let's go with the light blue.

Oh, no. No, no, no, no, no, no, no. That won't do.

Why not?

When the sunlight hits the fabric at just a certain angle, it almost looks

white. And we all know that nothing should compete with the bride's dress.

It's the centerpiece of the entire celebration.

People will be talking about this dress for days, weeks, maybe even years to

come.

So, hold up the dark blue, please.

Ah, perfect.

Dark blue it is.

These are going to be beautiful.

If I could only finish these bridesmaids' dresses on time. And, of

course, Elizabeth's dress.

Good morning, Sophia.

Ah, good morning, Lee. Good morning, my lovely wifey.

Any breakfast for me?

Oh, Lee.

I have so much on my plate, I haven't had time to fill yours. Oh, there's some

bread on the counter.

Bread.

Great. Bread.

Henry.

Can I talk to you for a moment?

Sure.

Jesse Flynn comes by. I gotta get back to work, though.

Henry.

I need your help with the bank.

I have to find investors or the town is in deep trouble.

Look at me, Abigail.

I gotta wash sawdust out of my teeth every night.

I don't know that I can help you with that. You know people, Henry.

Important people.

Rich people.

Who would listen to you even if you were covered in mud.

Once, maybe.

Not now.

You know, that's not the Henry Gowan I know.

The man I know lives to make a deal.

And if you could pull this off, it would be the greatest deal you ever made.

You know, I can give it a shot, but you gotta understand, it's a long shot.

I'm not a gambler, Henry.

But aren't long shots where the big payoffs are earned?

You know, you may not realize that, Abigail, the moment you became mayor,

you became a gambler.

I'll bet Miss Thatcher will make me usher.

I'd be a good usher.

I want to be the one who lights the candles.

Do you think we're going to have to call Miss Thatcher Mrs. Thornton when she

gets back to school?

If she comes back to school.

What do you mean, if?

Don't you know what happens when teachers get married?

They have their own family.

Miss Thatcher won't have time to teach us.

She'll be busy with her own kids.

Do you think that's true?

It happened at my old school.

The teacher got married.

We didn't see her again.

It won't be the same without my stature.

Well, thanks for joining me.

Are you kidding?

On horseback in the countryside?

What's better than that?

You can make even taking a run for medical supplies sound romantic.

Because it can be.

I can see the appeal of this place.

Could you see yourself pursuing your career here?

Every town needs homes, shops.

But nothing that fully utilizes your talent.

Architecture is all about seeing possibilities.

Maybe I see something here.

I love the way you look at things.

And I bet you that translates into your designs.

Until someone hires me to design a building?

You may never know.

Ah, something will come through for you.

That's kind of you to say, but nothing has, and it's been over a year.

Well, life has a way of changing in an instant.

Rosemary, you have really outdone yourself. I've never had so much fun

designing a dress before.

Elizabeth? Might want something a little simpler.

She may think that's what she wants, but this is her day to shine.

Hi.

Thank you.

I'm sorry I'm late.

Oh, Rosemary, it's beautiful.

I just knew you would love it. I do.

It's just so...

Much. I know.

I'm going to Benson Hills to pick up the fabric tomorrow.

Oh, Dottie, I'm not sure I have that kind of money on hand. Now, don't you

worry. I will get it on credit, and you can pay me later.

I'll pay the supplier when Abigail gets this issue with the bank sorted out.

Or we could go with a less expensive fabric.

And perhaps not as much of it.

Elizabeth.

This is your day.

I refuse to let you compromise.

Clara.

Look at how lovely you look.

I'm gonna make sure your wedding is everything you ever dreamed of.

And more.

You want my blessing.

That usually comes before asking a man's daughter for her hand in marriage.

When I proposed, I was heading to the Northern Territories, and there wasn't

time to do it the traditional way.

I want to do this right, sir.

Elizabeth wrote to her mother and me about what was going on up there.

How did you... That was Mrs. Thatcher.

Well, she's in London, caring for Viola and her new baby.

It's probably not a good time.

for Elizabeth to get married.

Well, it may never be a good time, but it is the right time.

Will you two marry even if I withhold my blessing?

Yes, sir, we will.

Then why are we even having this conversation?

Because your approval, it means a lot.

Apparently not enough.

I wouldn't be here if it didn't matter, sir.

I want you to know, Constable, that I have never disapproved of you.

On the contrary, I have high respect for your character, your honesty, your

devotion to duty.

My question has always been, are you the right match for Elizabeth, given your

far different backgrounds?

With all due respect, sir, marriage isn't about the past. It's about the

future.

Elizabeth and I, we love each other.

We're going to have a family.

These will be your grandchildren.

Soon you'll be bouncing them on your knee.

It's in everyone's best interest to get this marriage off to a good start.

Mr. Thatcher, I know you want what's best for Elizabeth.

So do I.

I promise you, I will devote my life to making her happy.

I love those biscuits from yesterday.

So how are things going with the bank?

I'm working on getting private investors.

So how are things going with your dress?

Good.

Just good?

The dress will be beautiful.

I just feel like I don't really have much of a say in it.

Ah, well, if you want to get Rosemary to listen, you have to get her attention.

It's easier said than done.

Let's talk about something that only you and Jack can plan, your honeymoon.

We're planning on leaving a few days after the wedding.

Where are you going?

Chicago. Oh, I hear Chicago is beautiful.

I think Jack's really going to like it. They've got great theater, museums, a

new baseball stadium. I am so happy for you, too.

Oh, you're going to have the best time. We're really excited.

Oh, speak of the devil.

Ladies. Welcome back.

Thanks.

Care to join me for a ride?

Can't wait to hear about your trip.

That's definitely on the agenda.

We'll finish this conversation later.

Have fun.

It's not just us, Abigail.

All the merchants in town are suffering.

I'm in the same boat as you.

That's why I have a proposal for every merchant in town.

I think we should start extending credit to our customers.

Well, I would love to, Abigail, but since I don't know when the bank is

going to open again, or even if it's going to open, how can I be sure I will

be paid?

Because every cent of credit extended will be backed by the town of Hope

Valley. But if the bank is closed, how would that work?

The town owns a good amount of land.

If need be, I'll sell it to pay off the debt we accumulate.

Well, I can't speak for everyone else, but your word is good enough for me.

The mercantile will start extending credit today.

Thank you.

Thank you very much.

So,

are you going to tell me about this surprise?

I went to get your father's blessing.

What did he say?

He gave it to me.

Oh, Jack!

That's wonderful!

But even if he said no, that never would have stopped me.

Me neither.

This gets us off on the right foot.

Almost.

What do you mean, almost?

The Northern Territories.

What about it?

Exactly.

Since you've been back, it feels like you haven't talked to me at all about

it. In fact, it seems like you've been avoiding the subject.

That's because it's behind me. No, it's a part of you, and it always will be.

You don't want to hear about it, Elizabeth.

But I want to.

Jack, we're a couple.

And successful couples share everything with each other.

I need to know you're on board with that.

Glad I found you two.

Is something wrong?

There will be if Rosemary doesn't get her way.

She needs you both to come to the cafe right now.

I'll let you know soon, Henry. No, I appreciate it. Just looking for a fair

shot. Mm-hmm.

Hey, Jesse.

Want to talk to you for a minute?

Yes, sir.

I need a new man on one of the logging crews, and, uh... Gowan asked for the

job.

Sure. It pays a lot more than what he's doing right now.

Yeah. You supervise him.

What do you think?

Honestly?

Yes. Honesty would be best.

Working on the logging crew is really hard work. It takes a certain kind of

man to do it. And even though Mr. Gowan's doing his job okay, I think...

Maybe he spent a little too much of his life behind a desk.

Maybe. You know, there's plenty of guys that have been working here a lot longer

that could use that extra pay. Right.

Thanks for your thoughts. I gotta get back to town.

See you later.

Florence and Dottie, how are we doing with the floral arrangements?

We need volunteers to donate some flowers from their garden and bring them

to the church the morning of the wedding.

And we thought the children... Could gather wild flowers.

Oh, good idea. Cody can organize his friends to help. There we are.

And now, best men.

Do you know where the rings are?

Do you?

I don't know where the rings are.

The rings.

I have the rings.

There you are.

Come, come, come.

Guard these carefully.

With my life, buddy.

We were just discussing flowers.

What would you like for your bouquet?

Oh, well, I've always loved roses.

They're not at their best right now. How about Dahlia's?

Do we have to decide this right now? We are just completely jam-packed from now

until the wedding. We still have to plan the bachelor's lunch, Lee.

Oh, and there's the girls' bridal tea.

Oh, that sounds lovely, but you all are doing so much, and really, Jack and I

would just like to keep things simple.

You say that now. It is our job to make sure your wedding is as special and as

wonderful as you are.

Wonderful.

Hey, Katie.

Hi, Dr. Shepherd.

Cash or credit? I actually still happen to have a little cash.

You're one of the few.

Oh, a telegram came for you from San Francisco.

Okay, great. I think Rosemary's more excited about the wedding than you and

Jack are. I know what she means. Well, I just wish I could ask her to take a step

back a bit.

A baby step.

Or ten.

Hey, ladies. Hey, Carson. Hi, Carson.

I'm really looking forward to Jack's bachelor luncheon.

Great. Here it is.

Thank you.

I just wish I had a moment to breathe.

Feels like Rosemary is scheduling every minute of every day with something

wedding-related. Whether it's a dress fitting, or picking the centerpieces for

the tables, or napkins for the dinner, or... Oh, that reminds me. We have to

finalize the menu.

Of course.

Talk to Rosemary. See if she can schedule it.

Elizabeth, we love you and Jack so much. We want what's best for you. I know.

In a week, you will be blissfully married, and you will forget everything

you had to go through to get to that precious moment.

I'm gonna go look for some bubble bath.

Maybe that'll relax me.

Let's hope.

I

know

what you did.

What are you talking about?

Locking my promotion.

That was Mr. Coulter's decision.

With your input.

Fact is, Mr. Gowan, you weren't the best choice.

The man who is got the job. It was nothing personal.

Oh, I don't believe that.

Believe whatever you want.

Does it make you feel good?

Seeing me brought down?

Feel like a big man?

That's enough.

Henry Gowan.

How dare you make such accusations?

You haven't been treated unfairly at all.

Mrs. Stanton, this doesn't concern you. Oh, if it concerns Jesse, it concerns

me. I know how hard he works that sawmill, and I know how much respect he

has for all of his co-workers.

If you really believe that you've been treated unfairly, take it up with Lee

Coulter. But leave Jesse out of it.

He is a far better man than you will ever be.

There's something so peaceful here.

And, of course, it's special because it's where we had our first date.

This place will always bring great memories.

That almost sounds like a goodbye.

What's that?

It's a job offer.

For?

For you.

In San Francisco.

I don't understand.

I have an old friend who works with the mayor at the city planning office.

They want to hire me.

The city's still rebuilding after its big earthquake, and it's expanding.

More people, more jobs, more roads.

This is a dream job.

High rises theaters, Victorian row houses, Queen Anne homes.

The list is endless.

Carson, thank you.

You're an amazing man.

I'm gonna miss you.

You kidding me?

You've given me the perfect excuse to come visit San Francisco.

You'll be welcome anytime.

I need to talk to you, Elizabeth.

What's going on?

What you said about not sharing everything.

You were right.

Sorry.

Thank you, Jack.

I have to warn you, though, what happened up there, it wasn't always

pretty.

Life isn't always pretty.

But being married is about sharing the good and the bad.

We had taken losses before, but nothing like this, Elizabeth.

One day, we were out on patrol, and my squad was ambushed.

When the shooting stopped, I thought we were all okay.

But this new recruit was hit.

He didn't make it.

The night before, he came up to me, and he told me that he was scared, and I

assured him that he'd be okay.

I even put him at the back because I thought he'd be safer there.

He wasn't.

Jack.

That was not your fault.

It's just, uh... It's hard to stop thinking about it.

Is it just me, or is this wedding becoming more than it should be?

I know they all mean well.

Hello, Phillip.

Hi. I was just telling Monty Jack that you agreed to be our ring bearer.

He's very happy you took the job. And I can't imagine anyone I trust more with

those rings.

Is something wrong, Philip?

No. I should be going home now.

Oh, all right.

What do you think that was about?

I don't know.

Well, I'm here.

Are you ready?

Yeah. Yeah, as ready as I'll ever be.

Have fun.

You too.

Enjoy, Jack.

Thanks, Bill.

There you go.

So how's the house planning coming?

Oh, it's coming along.

Listen, I am selling you the lumber, but I am giving you my time.

Weekends, nights, whatever it takes, I'm going to help you build that house. I

appreciate it, Lee.

I mean, that is hot.

Whoo! It's good for you. Clears out your sinuses.

Bill, I have missed your chili. You know, if you're stuck for a wedding

gift, I want you to teach Elizabeth how to make it.

You asking me to give up my secret family recipe?

Uh, we'll consider it done. Elizabeth is family.

So what does that make you, the black sheep?

Henry, the saloon's closed. It's a private party.

Bill. Didn't invite him?

Should I have?

Henry.

Join us, please.

I don't think I want it here, Jack.

I want you here.

Thank you.

Congratulations. Thank you.

You're looking at the current darts champion of Hope Valley.

Unless you think you can beat me.

Prepare to lose your crown, young man.

Okay.

I didn't know how you felt about him.

Henry's part of the community.

Hey there, folks.

Mind if I borrow the groom for a minute?

Listen, I hate to spring this on you, but Rosemary's kind of been on me about

this.

What are they?

Color schemes for the wedding.

Color schemes for the... I didn't even know weddings had color schemes.

Will it affect which suit you wear? I'm not wearing a suit. I'm a mani. I'm

going to get married in my uniform.

Does Elizabeth know that that's what you want to wear?

We haven't even talked about it.

Well, you might want to tell her.

Soon. Color scheme's important.

Okay, everybody, listen up.

It's that time of the party where we all have to make a toast to the groom.

Come on, it's the rules.

It's the rules.

To Jack Thornton, a man who found the perfect woman and took forever to do

something about it.

Love is patient, luckily for you.

Congrats, Jack.

Cheers. Thanks, everyone. Cheers.

Now, Elizabeth, as you know, bridal luncheon wouldn't be complete without

the time-honored tradition of something old, something new, something borrowed,

and something blue.

Or as I like to call them, little tokens of love.

I call them good luck charms.

Semantics have no place at a bridal luncheon, ladies.

But gifts do, and this one's for me.

It's something old, and it represents continuity in your life.

Thank you, Rosemary.

It's gorgeous.

Beautiful.

It was my grandmother's. I just know it'll look perfect with your dress.

Thank you so much. I'm touched.

And from me, something new, which offers hope for the future.

Thank you, Clara.

Oh, they're lovely.

I made them myself, and even the box I put them in is new.

Oh, thank you. I will cherish them always.

And from me, something borrowed.

They're stunning.

Cultured pearls, which I wore at my wedding, which symbolizes the happiness

I know you and Jack will share for the rest of your lives.

Thank you so much.

It means the world to me.

But they're borrowed, so you have to give them back.

And now for something blue.

Oh, we will surprise you with that later.

But tomorrow we need to pick out champagne flutes.

Rosemary, I was hoping that tomorrow Jack and I might spend a bit of time

together. Oh, Elizabeth, there is no time for time before the wedding. There

is so much to do, I can't even keep my head straight.

Now, Elizabeth, don't forget, tomorrow we're doing your dress measurements.

So eat a light dinner.

Will do.

Elizabeth!

Which do you prefer?

Marigolds or daisies?

Daisies represent cheerfulness and innocence.

Marigolds represent passion and creativity.

I like them both.

She likes them both. Both. Well.

Clearly, marigolds and daisies do not go together. Let's talk about colors. I

suggest yellow. Daisies come in blue. Well, I guess I better start working on

my speech for the reception dinner. I already wrote mine.

Really? Uh-huh. What are you going to say?

Well, I'm not going to tell you in front of Jack.

It's okay. I think I'm needed anyway.

Joey? What are you going to say?

Well, marigolds are clearly a more cheerful flower, and that truly

represents Elizabeth's personality. Excuse me, ladies.

I'm just going to borrow Elizabeth for a moment. Oh! Thank you.

Thank you for rescuing me.

What were they arguing about?

Flowers, believe it or not. Flowers.

How was your bachelor luncheon?

It was good. And yours?

It was lovely.

Good.

But Jack, this isn't how I imagined our wedding.

Friends are bickering.

People are spending money they don't have.

There must be an easier way.

There is.

I'm hoping.

Why not?

We'll throw a big party for everyone when we come back.

I just... I just want to be married to you.

Let's do it.

Really?

Okay.

Meet me at the livery in an hour.

Jesse.

How was Jack's party?

It was great.

And Elizabeth's? Fun.

She looks so happy and a little stressed.

Hey, I wanted to thank you.

for sticking up for me earlier.

No one has ever come to my defense that way.

Well, maybe no one's ever felt about you the way I do.

You mean that?

I do.

Then, if you don't mind me asking, what are we still doing on a break?

Yeah, I've been thinking the same thing.

Are you saying

I'm ready to get back together.

Me too.

Oh, Sophia.

Spreading your wings. Oh, so exciting.

The minute you get some time off, you must come and visit me in San Francisco.

Absolutely. Just don't expect me for months after the wedding. I'll need some

time to recover.

Know what I still see when I look in your eyes?

Potential.

Big time potential.

It's a wonderful thing you did for her.

What's wonderful is what she did for me.

What's that?

She made me realize that I could open up my heart again.

You don't see her?

We're always married. She seemed a bit suspicious.

I have Bill, too.

We better hurry before word spreads.

Elizabeth!

Abigail!

Have either of you seen Philip?

Not recently. No, why?

Mrs. Brayman can't find him. He was supposed to be at her house three hours

ago. She's looked everywhere.

We saw him earlier.

He seemed down.

Where would he run off to? I have an idea of where he might have gone.

We'll need a couple of horses.

You stay here and look around town. I think I know where to find him.

OK.

Hi. What are you doing here?

I wanted to be alone.

Everyone was worried about you, Phillip.

How do you know I was here?

Well, I remember this is where you like to look for tadpoles.

Why do you want to be alone?

Just do.

Phillip.

You can tell me what's going on. It's okay.

Believe me, Phillip.

Talking helps.

What's upsetting you?

I'm mad at Mountie Jack.

Why would you be mad at Mountie Jack?

Because he's taking you away from us.

What do you mean?

I heard the other kids talking, and they said once teachers get married, they

have their own family, and they don't come back to school anymore.

What the other kids said.

It's not true.

So you're staying in Hope Valley?

This is my home.

But Harper said it happened to his last teacher.

I'm sure it does happen with some teachers.

But the people of Hope Valley are too special to me.

I couldn't leave.

This is where I belong.

Same as you.

No matter what happens, I'm staying right where I am.

And that's a promise.

I've been thinking. I know.

We can't alone.

It doesn't just fill up.

You mean a lot to this town.

We do.

And this town needs this wedding.

But it doesn't mean we can't do at least a few things our way.

Watch out, Hope Valley.

The future Mrs. Thornton is taking charge.

We called you all here today because we love each and every one of you. And

we're so glad that you're all a part of our wedding.

However, It is our wedding. Our special day, which means Jack and I should

really be in charge of it.

Don't get us wrong.

We're grateful for everyone's help.

But when all's said and done, we need to make our own decisions, and we hope

you'll understand.

Of course we understand.

I'm glad you spoke up. We just want you guys to have everything that you want.

And I suppose some of us have been a little overenthusiastic.

A little?

Take the reins. Thank you.

Thank you all.

Yes.

All right, everyone. You heard them. There is a lot of work to do. And not

much time to get it done.

To do what?

Our color scheme is completely wrong.

If Jack wants to get married in the red uniform, he'll have to design a palette

with warm tones. If it's going to be a Mountie wedding, we should probably have

a Mountie honor guard. I'll wire Jack's commanding officer.

Well, that lasted about five seconds.

What are you smiling at?

We're a part of a community that cares.

Even if they care a little too much.

A little.