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Previously on Sistas.

You are going to regret this.

Yo, Keyes, give me a call back. I called you mad times.

- Oh, and Danni... I love you. - There might need

to be another attempt on your life to connect this

to Doctor Cruise.

Let's hope it doesn't come

to my death before you can do your job.

This salon is a hodgepodge

of juicy gossip and tasty information.

But keep family off of the menu.

Do you wanna grab dinner or something?

Let's go ahead and book that in.

All right. See ya later, girl!

- The goods! Yes, ma'am. - Whew...

You know what, Cheyenne?

- You did very well today. - I did, didn't I?

Yes, you did. All of our clients love you.

Well, I'm good at what I do.

Oh, my. And so modest too, isn't she?

What's wrong?

Uh... Just thinkin' Danni would be here by now.

- Where is she? - I don't know.

Well, she needs to be here.

When I talked to her,

she said she was on her way here an hour and a half ago.

Typical, Danni.

All I know is that we need to hire somebody for this cleanup.

- Oh, we have somebody. - Who?

You!

You know what, fool? I'm bein' serious.

Danni could help. She ain't even got no job.

I know, but stop that.

Danni's goin' through a lot right now.

She has a friend that just moved halfway across the country.

Um, which is also my best friend and my business partner!

And she has another friend

that's fightin' for her life way up in New York, so please...

I know, but, I mean, you're Sabrina's friend and you here.

Pam, I understand. You gotta give Danni some grace.

She's goin' through a lot right now.

She'll come around.

- Okay. - That's all right.

I'll help, Miss Pam. - Thank you, Chey-Chey.

The blood... Look at her.

The youth... Them other beauty salons' big-haired bitches just

bounce out the back door when it's their time to go.

Chile, I done threw my hands up to them.

I am managin' two businesses,

that front desk, and that damn broom.

Well, we'll figure it out some way or another, broom.

I mean, Pam.

Maurice, if you're worried about Danni, just call her.

I actually think I might do that.

- Hey, Maurice. - Hey, uh, Danni, where are you?

Huh?

Uh, are you okay?

You said you was gonna be here two hours ago.

Oh! I'm sorry. I... Somethin' came up.

- I had to run an errand. - Danni, are you okay? Danni?

There you are!

- Bitch, what you doin'? - Get outta my house.

- Who did you tell? - Get the-- outta my house!

You got people here camped out. And where's that Tony guy?

- Hey! Huh? Huh?! - Let me go!

- Let me go! - Keep my name out your mouth!

You hear me? I asked you a question!

- Hey! - Keep my name out your mouth.

Understand? It never happened.

How many women have you done this to, Marcus?

- Daniella! - Huh? What? Yeah.

- Are you okay? - Yeah. I'm fine.

Okay. Where are you?

Um, I'm not gonna be able to make it back tonight,

but I'll be there first thing,

bright and early in the morning, okay?

Danni, are you sure you're okay?

Yeah. Mm-hmm.

Uh... All right then.

Well, I guess we'll see you tomorrow.

Yeah.

Bye.

♪ My girls hold me down ♪

♪ When them boys mess around ♪

♪ When my love life is a headache ♪

♪ We goin' out tonight, 'cause I'm lookin' for love ♪

- Hey, Danni. What's up? - Hey, Fatima.

Are you okay?

No.

Danni, where are you?

I'm at the police station.

So you decided to report Officer Green?

- I don't... - Wait.

Do you want me to get Andi?

I think she's still in her office.

No. No, no, no, no, no, no.

Okay. Danni, what is goin' on?

- I just... - Wait.

Do you want me to come over there? 'Cause I will.

He came to my house again.

Danni, are you okay?

He charged in the door, threatenin' me.

He said he was gonna take what he wanted again.

How did you get away?

I sprayed his ass with pepper spray and then I ran here.

Okay, you just hold tight.

I'm on my way.

Are you sure that you don't want me to get Andi?

No.

- Okay. I'm on my way. - Thank you.

♪ Come with me, come with me, come with me ♪

♪ Come with me, come with me, come with me ♪

♪ Come with me, come with me, come with me ♪

- Hey. - Hey.

Well, hello.

Hey, hey.

Hopefully I didn't keep you waiting too long.

No, I haven't been here that long.

Good.

You look... nice. So nice.

Thank you. As do you.

I clean up well, so they say.

So, what are we drinkin' today, lady?

An Old Fashioned.

Okay. Excuse me.

Hey, can I get an Old Fashioned for the lady

and another Whiskey Sour for me, please?

- Thank you. - Old Fashioned.

- I'm still scared of you. - Boy, it's not that serious.

- If you say so. - It's not that bad.

So, how was your day?

- Busy. How about yours? - It was good.

Definitely some increased traffic at the gym.

Okay... You know, I did notice an uptick at the juice bar.

You know, everybody came in after they workout.

See?

It's working, the cross-promotional stuff.

It is. It is. Okay, you were right.

How are you?

I'm okay. Yeah.

I know you're goin' through a lot.

Yeah... You know, um, I'm processin' everything.

It's a lot.

Yeah. It is. But enough about me. Come on.

- Tell me somethin' about you. - Um... Like what?

Well, I know you just moved back to Atlanta

'cause you wanted to take care of your parents.

Yes, I left Louisiana.

I left the beautiful culture,

the rich history, the incredible food.

Damn, you makin' me wanna take a visit.

I could go back for Café du Monde's beignets.

Like, literally, it's food for the soul.

It's so good.

You know, you're not the first person I heard say that.

Every little bite is like a tiny little piece of heaven.

Mm.

So, I have to ask...

What does Madison do besides work?

What do you mean?

I mean, I know you build business relationships,

you know, with your investors and all that.

And, every time I see you, you jettin' off for another meetin'.

But what does Madison do for fun?

Hmm... Fun...

What is this three letter word that you speak of?

You know, you need to make time to live, right?

I'm enjoying this nice conversation with you.

Well, I'm glad to hear that, but besides that?

Uh... Well, damn.

Um, most of my closest friends live in Louisiana.

The friends that I have from here growing up,

they've moved out of state.

I'm kind of just getting my feet wet again.

I haven't really had time to cultivate friendships.

Well, we are going to have to change that.

You know what they say, right? All work and no play?

What makes you a billionaire one day?

Okay, so we just gonna bypass millionaire and jump straight

to nine zeros?

Wait...

Unless you already, uh...

Hi, Reginald, I was just thinkin' about you.

- All good thoughts, I hope? - Yes.

So, did I catch you at a bad time?

- No, I was just getting home. - Ooh.

Long day. What are your plans for tonight?

Um... Nothing really.

I guess I'll soak in a hot tub and drink a glass of wine.

Mm...

Are you tryin' to get me to sneak outta here?

No, no, no. Be good.

You know, you could come up here for a visit.

There's plenty of empty hospital rooms where we could enjoy

a little privacy.

Wait, are you serious?

Do I sound like I'm playin'?

No, but look, I know you just got home,

so I don't wanna make you have to come back out.

Mm-hmm...

But I am seriously craving those lips.

Good. Is that all you're craving?

Oh, no, don't get it twisted. I'm cravin' the whole package.

- Good. - Um...

Anyway, how's everything else goin'?

You talk to your sister?

No, not yet.

Um, she's still at work, I guess.

She's at the salon.

A little late for that, isn't it?

Mm... Not entirely.

Depending on when her last client was.

And plus, she's with Danni

and some other friends so they could

be hangin' out after work.

Right.

Are you sure you don't want me to come down to the hospital?

I think I need medical attention.

Things I'ma do to you when I see you next time.

Please don't threaten me with a good time.

- I'll take you up on that offer. - Bet.

Doctor Vaughn, call the operator.

- Damn. Well, uh, duty calls. - I understand.

Get some rest, beautiful. I'll talk to you soon.

- All right? - All right. Talk to you soon.

Bye.

- Hey. - Hey.

- Are you okay? - Thanks for comin'.

- Did he hurt you? - Uh-uh.

Are you sure, Danni?

Not that he didn't try.

All right. Are you ready to do this?

I don't know if I can.

Look, Danni...

...you are one of the strongest women I know.

You've survived so much.

Danni, look at me.

I know you gonna survive this, too, okay?

I just feel like a shit magnet and I'm so tired of it.

I get that.

But look, you've taken the first step.

You're here, all right?

Now let's report this asshole

and get a protective order, okay?

What if it makes it worse?

Danni, it could.

All right?

But you have girlfriends that are gonna ride to hell

and back with you, all right?

Okay. You got this.

Here comes the officer. We got this.

Hello, ladies. How can I help you?

Yes, we're here to report an assault.

Okay.

- Can I get a name? - Yes, Daniella King.

I'm not Miss King, she is.

- And you are? - Fatima Wilson, a close friend.

Does she need medical attention?

No, she's just scared.

Okay, I got it. Stay here. An officer will be out shortly.

Okay. Thank you, Officer.

I don't know if I can do it.

Danni... What happens when he comes back, huh?

And he could really hurt you.

I know.

I don't even feel safe in my own place anymore.

I get it.

There's so much shit that's gone down there.

I think I need to sage the bitch or something.

Maybe you should stay with Andi, at least until things calm down.

It's like my grandmother used to say.

It doesn't matter how bad it gets,

I'd rather stay in my own rat's nest.

Yeah, that sounds familiar.

I guess it was just that generation.

Maybe.

Danni, are you sure you don't want me to call Andi?

I really think she needs to be here.

I don't wanna involve her just yet.

Are you sure?

Okay.

Oh, shit.

I need to text Zac and let him know I'm gonna be late.

Does he know?

Yeah.

Danni, I was so worried about you.

- I needed to talk to someone. - It's okay.

You know, he really cares about you.

- Yeah. He's a good friend. - Yeah.

And so are you.

You've always been there for him.

And he wants to be there for you, too.

Okay.

- Ooh, child, my feet are achin'! - Why?

- You ain't hardly do nothin'. - Oh, shut up, Pam.

Uh-oh.

Don't pay him no mind.

Didn't you stand up all day at the bank?

Yes, I did.

But those floors were soft,

and there was spring in those floors.

It's hard up in here.

Cheyenne, I can't believe you did so good on your first day.

Can't believe it?

No, the girl is good and she's approachin' great.

Huh?

Yeah... those little roller wraps and press-outs

you doin' all that.

You did your little one but you ain't that bitch.

Okay, whatever.

Do I hear a challenge?

No, you don't hear a challenge.

I don't have anything to prove.

I think his mouth writin' checks that his skills can't cash.

Ouch.

Good thing we pay you to do hair and not think.

Ah... you young, girl.

You don't wanna get-- up and not be able to come

to work tomorrow.

We need you. You just got the job.

I'm sure you need it.

I don't know, Miss Pam. Sounds like a challenge to me.

What do you think?

I think it definitely sounds like a challenge to me, too.

Y'all need to be quiet, okay?

Because what's understood doesn't need to be explained.

Okay.

Mm... And since it seems that you guys are so thirsty.

I've gotten hungry. Let's eat.

Me, too. You know what?

Let's go celebrate Chey's first day at Fresh Start.

- Really? - Yes.

Yeah. Why not? We gotta eat.

Where y'all wanna go?

- Mm... - Can we go to Billy Jake's?

Yes, honey! That's where the men at!

Let's do it.

- Dip cup sound plastic. - They cheap.

We don't even have a corporate card.

Maurice, we got all night.

- What are you rushin' for? - A pregame. It's a pregame.

- To hang out with us? - I ain't payin' for shit.

- Come on, y'all, let's go. - Let's go.

After y'all.

You need to learn how to keep your feet off people's shit.

I thought you were hungry. Let's go.

Close them legs and get the hell away from me.

- Just gonna close up. Come on! - I'm comin' when I get ready.

- We gonna leave you. - Mm-hmm.

Gonna meet a rich man.

I got a car.

- Y'all, don't-- leave me. - We right here.

Oh, my God. You are so funny.

- I mean, you're a easy audience. - I am.

You know, I'm really glad that we did this.

Yeah. Me, too.

Yeah.

You know, I think it might be a good idea to introduce you

to the rest of them.

Oh, he wants to invite me into the cool kids club.

Hell, I'm not even a member of the club.

- But I do know some nice people. - Okay, well, I need new friends.

Well, I think Andi and Danni fit that description.

I don't know that I need any more new male friends, but...

Damn. How many male friends you got?

- Seriously? You're talkin'. - Okay. I'm playin'.

No, listen, Andi is Andrea Barnes.

You know, she's a managin' partner at a law firm.

Oh, really?

Yeah. And Danni is Daniella King.

She used to work for Higher Airlines.

Now she's a co-owner of a hair salon.

Hmm... I haven't found a new salon since I've been back.

- Maybe I should hit her up. - Yeah, I think you should.

And which law firm was it for Miss Barnes?

- Uh, Benson, Jones and Leland. - Benson, Jones, and Leland.

I think that my parents use their corporate law division.

Wow. That's cool.

I'm really glad that we did this.

Yeah. Me, too.

I know I keep saying it, but...

just know that I'm here.

Yeah... I really appreciate that.

I could stay here and chat all night,

but I do have an early morning meeting to get to.

Okay, well, I'll get the tab and I'll walk you outside.

Absolutely not. Nope. This is not a date.

We've established that.

You will not pay.

Can I get a take out container for you two?

- I'm good. - No. I'm good, my man.

Okay. How can I help?

Can we just split the check, please?

Sure, that's not a problem.

Can you just wait a second?

Madison, you know I can handle this, right?

I know that you can, but I won't let you.

Thank you.

Okay, Miss Independent.

Rich, this is not a date.

I think it's very noble that you want to pay,

- but it's not necessary. - It's just what a man does.

But it's not a date.

If I were one of your boys, would you be fightin' with me?

- Hell naw! - Okay, then.

Okay. All right.

Just this once.

Why do we need more time? I mean, you're here, right now.

I don't wanna waste this opportunity.

Well, you called.

You will come over... and over.

And over... again.

♪ Can I put my nail shaped casket ♪

♪ Always on ten, I'm actin' ♪

♪ I stay bounced up, you're ♪

♪ Couldn't pipe it down if you ask me ♪

♪ I think I'm the baddest if you ask me ♪

♪ I can pay the tab if you ask me ♪

♪ I can cop a bag if you ask me ♪

♪ You gonna be a fan if you ask me ♪

♪ I'm the plan if you ask me ♪

- I needs a drink! - Too! I need several.

- Me, too. - Where's the waiter?

Guhl, we just sat down. Calm down.

- I'm hungry. - We understand... Cheyenne?

How you feel about beginning at the salon?

I think it's going great. I'm amazing.

I want y'all to do that challenge, definitely.

Let go of the challenge, hear?

Maurice, it would be good, a good business promo.

No!

If you're scared, just say you're scared.

I ain't scared of shit.

Teach me the way, Sensei.

You wanna lose your job on your first day?

You're Old Fashioneds.

This is crazy.

Well, thank you for a lovely evening.

And thank you for...

the great company and the great conversation.

My pleasure.

I was just tryin' to get the door for you.

I forgot how much of a gentleman you are.

I'll get that for you.

I got it.

Watch yourself.

Hey, um...

Drive safe.

You, too.

Um... I see someone I know.

- I'll be right back. - Hey, where you goin'?

To the bar. I'll be right back.

Now who is that?

Didn't she just move here? Damn! She move faster than me.

Yeah, he kinda cute. I wonder if he have any money.

Shit. He better.

Hmm.

She too cute to be rollin' around with broke folk.

- Ain't we all? - Mm-mm.

Where is your man?

Child, he went to dinner with Paige.

I'll see him tonight.

So, how y'all doin', ebony and ivory?

We good. He's a good man.

I like him for you. I'm really happy for y'all.

I'm happy for us, too. Shit. What about you?

- Since me and Trey broke up? - Yeah.

- My man is in my nightstand. - Girl, please.

Where that girl at?

Ain't no tellin'.

- Well, she grown. - I'm worried about myself.

Okay.

What the hell is takin' so long?

I don't know. I guess it's a busy night.

Danni...

- I changed my mind. - No, no, no, no.

Danni, Danni, Danni...

Look, you've come this far, okay?

I can't.

Danni, I know you're scared,

but we cannot let him get away with this.

- I can't do this. - Yes, you can.

Danni, just hold on just a little while, okay?

Somebody's comin' soon. Danni, no.

Fatima...

- Daniella King? - Yes.

Come with me.

Come on, Danni.

I'm with you. You got it.

I wonder where'd you disappear

to after the party the other night?

Yeah.

Kinda got into a little bit of trouble.

- You good? - Mm-hmm.

As long as you keep supplying what I need.

I got what you need.

Yeah... I know.

♪ Take your time, what's the rush, oh ♪

♪ I said, "Baby, I'm a dog" ♪

♪ I'm a mutt, I'm a dog, I'm a mutt ♪

♪ I came smoked already, so pardon my bluntness ♪

♪ I see past pretty faces so I got trouble trustin' ♪

♪ Said I let my guard down for you ♪

♪ Said I put my guard down for you ♪

♪ That I'll be bold enough, So you can break my heart ♪

♪ If you want to. She said, "Take your time" ♪

♪ What's the rush ♪

♪ I said, "Baby, I'm a dog, I'm a mutt ♪

♪ She said, "Take your time, what's the rush" Oh ♪

♪ I said, "Baby, I'm a dog, I'm a mutt" ♪

♪ I'm a dog, I'm a mutt ♪

♪ Take your time, what's the rush ♪

♪ Take your time ♪

♪ What's the rush ♪

♪ Baby, I'm a dog ♪

♪ I'm a mutt, oh ♪

♪ She said, "Take your time, what's the rush" ♪

♪ Oh ♪

♪ I said, "Baby, I'm a dog" ♪

♪ I'm a mutt ♪

♪ I'm a dog, I'm a mutt ♪

Hey, you know what to do after the beep.

Hey, Cheyenne.

It's me. Just...

wondering where you are and how your first day at work went.

Listen, please don't get into any trouble.

Call me.

♪ I was hangin' out in my apartment ♪

Well, hell, I guess she ain't comin' back.

How rude!

Yeah. You know, she young. She havin' fun.

It's still rude. We done bought her dinner.

She could at least say goodbye.

That's fair. Well, I tell you what.

She called herself ridin' home with me.

She gonna have to get a rideshare tonight.

Child, that man's probably gonna give her a ride home.

Mm-mm! That's dangerous and I would feel bad leavin' her here.

Well, then hurry up and call her, 'cause I'm ready to go.

Oh... well, look who got dragged in by her coochie.

What the cat drug in...

Or who got drug in by they cat.

Lord, she looked like she been...

Had her back snapped like a glowstick.

- Where you been? - Sorry.

I was just outside talking to a friend.

You look like you've been havin'...

Hmm?

I said, "I love this gatherin'."

Uh...

Come on, y'all. Let's go.

Yeah...

Stink all of a sudden.

I got shotgun.

You know, we're gonna have to ride with the windows down.

Wait. Wait up, wait up.

What do you think's taking so long?

- I don't know. - 'Tima, I wanna go home.

I think I changed my mind.

Danni, what if he's waiting for you there?

- I don't care. - Danni, you don't mean that.

Look, this guy has shown you he will just pop up whenever

he wants to.

Hell, he's probably sittin' outside your house

so he knows you're not home alone.

I definitely think he's doin' that.

Danni, you can't live like this.

Who do you think they're gonna believe me or one of their own?

Sorry to keep you waiting. It's been a crazy night.

Yeah, we understand.

So, what brings you in this evening?

Danni...

Miss King, I understand you're here

to file a police report regarding an assault.

Is that correct?

Yes, Officer. That is correct.

Miss King, can you please tell me what happened?

It's okay, Danni. Go on.

I was almost raped the other night.

I'm sorry that happened to you.

What can you tell me about your attacker?

I... I know this is difficult.

Think of it like ripping off a Band-Aid.

It hurts when you first start,

but once you completely remove it, the pain is gone.

You'll have to forgive me, but it hurts a helluva lot

more than rippin' off a Band-Aid.

Miss King, it has been a very busy night

and it's getting busier by the minute.

- We're wasting time. - Okay... Um, Officer...

- Sergeant. Sergeant James. - Sergeant James.

Um, could you just please be patient with her?

- This is difficult. - I get that.

But I'm not a therapist. She came in to report a crime.

If she's not gonna talk,

then she needs to come back when she's actually ready.

Otherwise, I can't help her.

- Yeah, you can't help me. - What?

I said, "You can't help me!"

- Okay-- - Ready to go?

Okay, Danni. Danni, just...

It's fine; this is why I didn't wanna come.

I am so sorry to have wasted your precious time.

Listen, just tell her what happened, you're already here.

And I'm gonna leave.

Danni, please.

Listen, I am genuinely terrified

that he's gonna hurt you or more.

So be it.

Danni, I'm begging you. Please, just sit down.

You shouldn't have to convince her to give a report.

If she was actually assaulted, then she should wanna...

Then you should wanna give a report

so that your attacker can be punished.

Is that so?

Look, can we all just please just sit down?

That's up to Miss King, if she's ready to talk.

She is.

Are you ready to tell me what happened?

Come on, Danni.

Danni, listen, let's do this, or else he wins.

Come on.

Okay.

An individual attempted to sexually assault you.

- Yes. - When did this happen?

A few nights ago.

And what happened?

He forced his way into my apartment, and...

I fought him.

Then he, um...

wouldn't listen when I didn't wanna have sex.

Wait, so you said that you told your attacker

that you didn't wanna have sexual intercourse?

Yes.

You actually had a conversation with him?

I told him no repeatedly.

The more I told him, the more aggressive he became.

Back up. So you... You knew your attacker?

Yes.

This is someone you have a relationship with?

- Someone I was getting to know. - So it was a date rape?

It was not a date.

He showed up to my apartment

unannounced after I repeatedly ignored his advances.

I see.

We had consensual sex previously,

and I immediately regretted it.

Uh-huh.

Wait. She is tellin' you the truth.

Yeah, this is why I didn't wanna come here.

Listen, this guy keeps popping up at her house, okay?

Tryin' to force his way in... This man is dangerous.

- So he keeps coming by? - Yes.

When was the last time you saw him?

Tonight.

He tried to force his way into my home.

He forced his way into my apartment

and threatened me not to tell anyone,

and said he would take what he wanted again.

Is that so?

- Yes. - All right.

Can I please get the name of your attacker?

It's okay, Danni.

Go on and tell her.

The name of the man...

who tried to rape me...

is Marcus Green...

Officer Marcus Green.

Next on Sistas.

What happened with you and Fatima?

What do you mean?

Ever since I walked down them stairs and walked

in on y'all conversation, you been actin' real funny.

I told you what that was about.

I don't believe you.

I really can't believe you and Andi are in the same family.

I think you're just tryin' to make jokes

to keep you from crying.

I think you gettin' to know me well.

This is Sergeant James investigating the sexual assault

of a Miss Daniella King.

Marcus Green is the man who tried to rape me.