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00:00:02Bring us a bottle of your best champagne.
00:00:06I'm glad I was able to finagle reservations.
00:00:12Places book months in advance, especially for New Year's Eve, you know?
00:00:15It's lovely.
00:00:17I hear the food here is some of the best in the city.
00:00:21It's great.
00:00:30Christopher.
00:00:41The papers just came back on the motion I filed and I've got to look it over before dinner.
00:00:47We're at dinner.
00:00:52On New Year's Eve.
00:00:55Exactly.
00:00:57Exactly.
00:00:59You're right.
00:01:01So, let's talk about something else.
00:01:08Did I tell you that I got invited to the telecom conference in one country next week?
00:01:16Really?
00:01:17A toast, then, to my big wig girlfriend, the financial wizard, and to our first New Year's Eve together.
00:01:32And I'm sorry I won't be seeing the midnight hour, because I've got to go back to work.
00:01:42Hi.
00:01:43You put on 54 pounds.
00:01:45I love that my guys are all together.
00:01:48A toast.
00:01:49A toast.
00:01:50To a wonderful New Year and the greatest family a man could want.
00:01:54Happy New Year.
00:01:55Happy New Year.
00:01:56Happy New Year.
00:01:57So, do I get to stay up to midnight?
00:02:06Midnight?
00:02:07Are you kidding me?
00:02:08Sweetheart, it's New Year's Eve.
00:02:10It's New Year's Eve.
00:02:12I know, but that's awfully late.
00:02:14I promise.
00:02:15I'll get up real early to help with the tree, and I'll even do the dishes too.
00:02:25All right, then.
00:02:26But at 12.01, you're marching straight off to bed, mister.
00:02:31Deal.
00:02:32I told you, bribery works every time.
00:02:39Feels strange ending New Year's Eve before the New Year.
00:02:44Sorry.
00:02:45Just, I have to get this brief ready for court.
00:02:49When did breakfast in my morning?
00:02:52I do.
00:02:53I'll call you.
00:02:54Okay.
00:03:02Are you able to move down there, Chris Cox?
00:03:05Barely, Randy.
00:03:06Just barely.
00:03:07Can you see me from up there?
00:03:09Uh-oh.
00:03:10Got a good eye.
00:03:12I heard you should just be getting some.
00:03:13There's a lot of pictures here tonight.
00:03:20Luke and your dad have a lot in common.
00:03:22They were both out by 10 o'clock.
00:03:24Yeah, we're an exciting bunch.
00:03:26Pajamas and hot chocolate on New Year's Eve.
00:03:29Wouldn't the tabloids love to know that famous chef Andrew Browning spent tonight having dinner with his boring old parents?
00:03:36Nah.
00:03:37You know, I love spending time with you guys.
00:03:39Plus, it's great for Luke, too.
00:03:41You should be out having fun on a night like tonight.
00:03:44You know, slow dancing with a beautiful woman.
00:03:49Andy, Meredith would want you to be happy.
00:03:55And I am.
00:03:56I love you to pieces, honey, but you know better than a lie to your mother.
00:04:00I love you, too, Mom.
00:04:05Another New Year.
00:04:07Well, they go by so fast.
00:04:09Faster and faster.
00:04:11So don't waste a precious moment of the time that you have.
00:04:15I've got so many plans for Luke and me.
00:04:17You know, they say if you don't believe that God has a sense of humor, make a lot of plans and see what happens.
00:04:24Is that so?
00:04:26Mm-hmm.
00:04:27Have a little faith that somebody up there knows what's best for you.
00:04:30Somebody besides your long-suffering mother.
00:04:36Well, I've had about as much fun as I can stand in one day, so I'm going to bed.
00:04:40See you in the morning.
00:04:43Good night, honey.
00:04:47Happy New Year's, Mom.
00:04:48Happy New Year.
00:04:49George, could you run this on the legal for me?
00:05:04Johnny!
00:05:05I have those reports.
00:05:07Now give me the gossip about your date with Christopher.
00:05:10Nothing to gossip about.
00:05:11Oh, come on.
00:05:12Tell me all about it.
00:05:13They're just great.
00:05:14And the company?
00:05:16What's wrong with the company?
00:05:17Are my numbers off?
00:05:18I meant the dinner company, but just to get the business out of the way since I know that's all you think about.
00:05:24You're completely right that a successful expansion would put Stafford in an entirely new bracket.
00:05:29I'm sensing a but here.
00:05:32No, not a but. An if.
00:05:34It will catapult us into a different set of clientele if we manage to pull this off.
00:05:37We'll be right up there with Deborah Miller's company.
00:05:39Miss Corporate Barracuda?
00:05:41There's a power broker.
00:05:42It will be a delicate balancing act.
00:05:44Competition with Deborah Miller.
00:05:47We can do it.
00:05:48Yeah, so long as we sign these investors of the money.
00:05:51We don't have a shot.
00:05:53I'm not particularly worried about that.
00:05:55We sold the pitch to Jenkins.
00:05:58Well, then we have nothing to worry about.
00:06:03Which leads me back to your personal life where I worry very much.
00:06:07How was New Year's with Christopher?
00:06:09It was fine, like it always is.
00:06:11Meaning?
00:06:12He had a brief to prepare.
00:06:14We cut the date short.
00:06:15We met for breakfast the next day.
00:06:16And then I came to the office to work alone.
00:06:19How romantic.
00:06:21What do you want me to tell you, Renee?
00:06:23Christopher's a nice guy. I enjoy his company.
00:06:25Are you in love with him?
00:06:27We have our careers.
00:06:29Hey, Johnny.
00:06:31You are my best friend.
00:06:32And as far as career goes, you are always on the right path.
00:06:36When I was a little girl,
00:06:37I always had this fantasy of a knight in shining armor
00:06:40swooping in and whisking me off my feet.
00:06:43That's a dream.
00:06:45I have a career to focus on now.
00:06:47Hello?
00:06:48Johnny, I'd like to see you right away.
00:06:49Heading right there, Milton.
00:06:51Alright, well call me after you've talked to Thomas then, will you?
00:06:54Thanks.
00:06:56Did we get it?
00:06:57Jenkins called to say he needed more time before approving the financing we requested.
00:07:04Alright, well I'll cancel my trip to the conference this weekend.
00:07:07No, don't do that.
00:07:09A lot of the key players are gonna be there.
00:07:11Who knows, you may find a new investment pool.
00:07:14I need you to be our eyes and ears.
00:07:16You can count on me.
00:07:17I know that.
00:07:19And Johnny, you're still allowed to take time to eat,
00:07:23see some of that amazing wine country scenery while you're out there, you know?
00:07:27If I have the time.
00:07:29Make time.
00:07:30Right.
00:07:31Thank you, sir.
00:07:33Andrew, you'll be back before the hors d'oeuvre reception?
00:07:46Absolutely.
00:07:47Just gonna run to the vineyard and pick up the little guy.
00:07:48Okay.
00:07:51And thank you.
00:07:52Your parents' wine is excellent.
00:07:54Our guests are going to love it.
00:07:56See ya.
00:07:57Rene, I need to be on call every minute of this weekend.
00:08:02You're my second in command and it calls to you to make sure everybody stays in line and keeps working.
00:08:07Sure.
00:08:09Have fun at the conference.
00:08:11Ugh, it's a conference. I'm not here to have fun.
00:08:13Oh, please.
00:08:14It's essentially a corporate retreat with a few seminars thrown in to justify the expense of visages and vineyard tours.
00:08:19Have fun.
00:08:20Alright, thanks.
00:08:21We're gonna do exactly like we did last time, okay?
00:08:26Excuse me.
00:08:27Hopefully, there'll be repeat offenders.
00:08:28And everything should go fine.
00:08:40They're gonna be some difficulties.
00:08:41Yeah.
00:08:42It's gonna be very obvious, isn't it?
00:08:43Yeah.
00:08:48Yes, I know.
00:08:49I just need to get the research.
00:08:50Thomas Jenkins.
00:08:52Oh.
00:08:53Well, Johnny.
00:08:55How nice to see you again.
00:08:57Do you know Deborah Miller?
00:08:58No, you know, we've never actually met, but I do like to keep up on our competition in the telecom industry.
00:09:03I just finished reading your book, Ms. Miller.
00:09:05I'm Johnny Prentiss.
00:09:06Oh.
00:09:07I hope you enjoyed it.
00:09:08Yes.
00:09:09It was very inspiring.
00:09:10Oh.
00:09:11I had no idea that you planned on attending the conference.
00:09:13Well, I could say the same thing about you.
00:09:16True.
00:09:17Have you tried this California Eau Cabernet?
00:09:20Hmm.
00:09:21We've been sampling it.
00:09:22It's very, very good.
00:09:23You should try some.
00:09:24Oh, it's exquisite.
00:09:25Didn't you say that this winery was one of those on our tour tomorrow?
00:09:27Yes.
00:09:28Yes, great.
00:09:29Hmm.
00:09:30Well, you know, we might actually bump into you tomorrow.
00:09:32I hope so.
00:09:33Would you, um, please excuse us?
00:09:35I've taken Thomas away from other guests long enough.
00:09:38It was nice meeting you.
00:09:39It was nice meeting you.
00:09:40It was nice to meet you, too.
00:09:41Enjoy the party, Johnny.
00:09:43You, too.
00:09:48I hope so.
00:09:49I've got tea time.
00:09:50I don't know how.
00:09:51Christopher.
00:09:52What are you doing here?
00:09:53Surprising you.
00:09:54Mmm.
00:09:55That's an understatement.
00:09:56This is a work conference.
00:09:57Yeah.
00:09:58I called Renee.
00:09:59You called Renee.
00:10:00Yeah.
00:10:01Well, I called Renee, and I changed some appointments, and she said it was okay because
00:10:06others were bringing their spouses and significant others.
00:10:09Mm-hmm.
00:10:10I guess it would be advantageous to have you here.
00:10:11People might be less guarded talking to you than to me.
00:10:12That's actually quite savvy.
00:10:13Well, set me loose.
00:10:14I'm here to help you.
00:10:15And I was hoping later we could maybe have a conversation.
00:10:16Ah, conversation.
00:10:17Of course.
00:10:18Let's go network.
00:10:19Okay.
00:10:20Here.
00:10:22BEEP BEEP.
00:10:23I can't believe people came all the way out here just to see you.
00:10:25I mean, you're a good cook and all, but it's not like you're a football star or
00:10:30anything.
00:10:31What, do I got to throw a wicked pass to be famous in your eyes?
00:10:34No.
00:10:35No, I can't believe people came all the way out here just to see you.
00:10:39What, I'm a good cook and all, but not like you're a football star or anything.
00:10:51No, I'd rather you just be my dad.
00:10:54Works for me.
00:11:02Excuse me, do you have any idea what this is?
00:11:04Is it wine or some kind of a punch?
00:11:07Cider, I think.
00:11:07Oh, but those are great.
00:11:09No, good.
00:11:10Yeah, they're really good.
00:11:11I'm Christopher Stanley.
00:11:12Thomas Jenkins.
00:11:13Pleasure.
00:11:14Yeah, I'm sure I'll see you around this weekend.
00:11:16Enjoy.
00:11:16I'll leave some of the food for you.
00:11:19Claire.
00:11:19Oh, how nice to see you.
00:11:21How are you?
00:11:24Haven't we met before?
00:11:26I'm Christopher Stanley.
00:11:28Right.
00:11:28You were the attorney who represented the Goodwin brothers in the class action lawsuit last year.
00:11:34Very impressive work.
00:11:35I put together the financial package that kept them out of Chapter 11.
00:11:39I'm Deborah Miller.
00:11:41I remember.
00:11:42And speaking of impressive, the structured settlement plan you put together was genius.
00:11:46Are you here representing a telecom company?
00:11:49I am not.
00:11:50I am here with my girlfriend, Johnny Prentiss.
00:11:52I just met Johnny.
00:11:54She seems like a very lovely young woman.
00:11:56She is.
00:11:57I've just been standing here eating the food.
00:11:59It's fantastic.
00:12:00It is.
00:12:00It is.
00:12:01They brought in some top chef as a guest chef here.
00:12:04Anyone I'd know?
00:12:05Andrew Browning.
00:12:05I'm sure you've heard of him.
00:12:07Of Browning's in Beverly Hills?
00:12:08And the fields in Las Vegas.
00:12:10Yeah.
00:12:10The wait list is a year.
00:12:12I can't get a table.
00:12:13I can introduce you later.
00:12:15Oh, I would appreciate that.
00:12:16That's fantastic.
00:12:17No.
00:12:18No, he was just as surprised to see me.
00:12:20He was talking to Deborah Miller.
00:12:22We all know her reputation for buying small companies and dismantling them for assets.
00:12:26Hey, when you're done with that...
00:12:27You know what?
00:12:28I will keep you posted if I need anything.
00:12:30I am so sorry.
00:12:34It's all right.
00:12:35It's fine.
00:12:36Really.
00:12:37Here you go, sir.
00:12:37But you're covered in wine.
00:12:39It's okay.
00:12:43Well, at least it's a great vintage.
00:12:47Yeah, let me get your coat dry cleaned.
00:12:49No, it's fine.
00:12:50I've got a hundred of these things laying around.
00:12:53I'm deeply sorry.
00:12:55I'm Johnny Prentiss.
00:12:56I'm Andrew Brown.
00:12:58Oh, you know him?
00:13:00Deborah.
00:13:02Wait, and you know her?
00:13:03Yes.
00:13:04Andrew, this is Christopher Stanley.
00:13:07Hi.
00:13:08Okay, and you know her?
00:13:10Yeah, Deborah and I worked on the Goodwin Brothers case last year, and we just ran into each other at the reception.
00:13:16I was just telling Deborah that I have been dying to go to your restaurant in Beverly Hills.
00:13:21You are?
00:13:22Yeah, absolutely.
00:13:23Andrew's one of the leaders of Gastropub Cuisine here in the States.
00:13:27Well, if you say so.
00:13:29It was a pleasure meeting you both.
00:13:31If you'll excuse me, I need to go change my code to find my son.
00:13:35The moment he smelled food, he disappeared.
00:13:37But please, stop by Browning's as my guest.
00:13:41I certainly will.
00:13:42Thanks.
00:13:43It was nice meeting you.
00:13:46Thank you for the wine.
00:13:47She's up to something.
00:14:00Deborah Miller?
00:14:02Well, that's a safe bet.
00:14:05But it probably has nothing to do with you.
00:14:07She's just here to network with industry leaders, same as you.
00:14:11And how did you know about Andrew Browning?
00:14:16One of my clients is a huge fan for some reason.
00:14:20And I just scored major points getting an impossible-to-get reservation.
00:14:25That's great, Christopher.
00:14:27Hey, uh, about the conversation.
00:14:31Can't wait till tomorrow.
00:14:33I want to log a few more hours of networking, and then I have to get some sleep.
00:14:36I'm exhausted.
00:14:37I promise you tomorrow, I'll be rested and I'll wait.
00:14:42Of course.
00:14:50Renee, I really need that information emailed to me ASAP.
00:14:54I'll send it just as soon as I hang up with you.
00:14:56Great.
00:14:56And what about the winery tour?
00:14:57You're booked on the same tour as Deborah Miller and Jenkins.
00:15:01Leaves right after your round of golf.
00:15:02I hate golf.
00:15:04Johnny, it's the one activity today where Miller and Jenkins aren't attached at the hip.
00:15:09You need one-on-one time to seal the deal, making sure you get it.
00:15:12I knew there was a reason why I left you in charge.
00:15:14You didn't have a choice.
00:15:15I'm your number two.
00:15:16And by the way, I want to thank you for encouraging Christopher to drive up here.
00:15:20So you're having fun?
00:15:21No.
00:15:21Christopher's actually really great at dealing with the other executives.
00:15:24You're using your boyfriend to network?
00:15:26I am not using him.
00:15:28Believe me, he's getting just as much out of it.
00:15:30You do know what the word fun means, don't you?
00:15:32All right, look, I'll call you later.
00:15:35Just send that email as soon as we hang up.
00:15:37You got it.
00:15:40I can call the birdie.
00:15:43Go hit some golf balls.
00:15:44All right.
00:15:45All right.
00:15:47All right.
00:15:48All right.
00:15:49All right.
00:15:50All right.
00:15:51All right.
00:15:52All right.
00:15:54All right.
00:15:56All right.
00:15:58All right.
00:15:59All right.
00:16:00All right.
00:16:01All right.
00:16:02Well, that was fun.
00:16:04And you played well, considering.
00:16:07Considering what?
00:16:08Considering you spent most of the round pumping Thomas for information.
00:16:12I know.
00:16:13And I got nothing.
00:16:15What would you expect?
00:16:16That he was going to spill 10 years worth of corporate secrets to you?
00:16:20Actually, yes.
00:16:21I do happen to be good with you.
00:16:26Hey, played a heck of a round, Johnny.
00:16:28But you should have told us that Chris here's a ringer.
00:16:31No, no, no.
00:16:31Just a good round.
00:16:32Yeah, I'll say.
00:16:33Hey, if you'll excuse me, I need to go change before my tour leaves.
00:16:36We have projects, too.
00:16:40Let's go.
00:16:42So, Johnny, tell me, what do you enjoy doing in your free time?
00:16:46Free time?
00:16:47Johnny doesn't actually know what that is.
00:16:49Oh, come on.
00:16:49We all have our own ways of relaxing.
00:16:51I find work relaxing, actually.
00:16:53Really?
00:16:54Well, I hope you make time for this wonderful man of yours.
00:16:58And you consider yourself very lucky.
00:17:00Oh, I think she knows how lucky she is, right?
00:17:02Of course I do.
00:17:04Debra, look, I wanted to get your tape done.
00:17:06Please, no work talk now.
00:17:08Let's all just go and join the wine country, okay?
00:17:12Of course.
00:17:18Okay, champ.
00:17:19You keep an eye on Grandma and Grandpa.
00:17:22And the winery.
00:17:23Yes, and the winery.
00:17:25Do you have anything special planned for tonight's menu?
00:17:29As a matter of fact, I do.
00:17:31Remember that recipe I tried out on you the other day?
00:17:33You mean experimented on me?
00:17:35Experimented?
00:17:36You say that like I made you eat exploding soup or something.
00:17:39You liked it, didn't you?
00:17:41It was awesome.
00:17:44Well, hopefully the resort guests will say the same.
00:17:48You stay out of trouble, Grandma and Grandpa will bring you over later.
00:17:51Okay.
00:17:52Bye, Dad.
00:17:53This is our California Merlot.
00:17:55It's one of our best sellers.
00:17:57It has wonderful earth tones and a medium body.
00:18:00And it's got a wonderful long finish.
00:18:01I think you'll like it.
00:18:07Hi.
00:18:08We have the Merlot over the cabinet.
00:18:10So, you familiar with the wine industry?
00:18:13Partially.
00:18:14I did a study on the beverage industry a few years ago, which yielded some very interesting results.
00:18:18She never really stops, does she?
00:18:21Never.
00:18:21It's part of her charm.
00:18:22So, you all set for the big event?
00:18:39Absolutely.
00:18:40Should be ready in no time.
00:18:42Fantastic.
00:18:42I can't tell you how excited the guests are about the gala dinner and your demonstration.
00:18:47Thank you for that, by the way.
00:18:49Is that going to be part of your menu preview?
00:18:50Maybe.
00:18:51It just depends on how it's received.
00:18:53New recipe I tried out on loop the other night.
00:18:55That boy has a sophisticated palate.
00:18:58Ah, little guy's been getting foie gras since before he could speak.
00:19:01Can't be easy raising him alone.
00:19:03It's not, but you do what you can.
00:19:08Andrew, it's been five years.
00:19:12Maybe it's time you allowed yourself to open up, give life a chance.
00:19:16You sound like my mother.
00:19:18Besides, a relationship is the furthest thing from my mind right now.
00:19:21Between keeping up with Luke and the three restaurants, I barely have time to sleep.
00:19:26Okay.
00:19:27But I had to tell you as your friend.
00:19:30I'll go check on the servings, Dad.
00:19:31Sure thing.
00:19:33Do you want to feel it?
00:19:36All right, I'll be right back.
00:19:37Feeling what?
00:19:38Success, money, prestige, it's all around us, Johnny.
00:19:42These are some of the most powerful people in the industry, some of the biggest fish.
00:19:46It's my job to land the biggest of the big.
00:19:49Yes, it is.
00:19:50Now you put on your adorable smile.
00:19:54You go cast your bait.
00:19:55All right.
00:19:55All right.
00:19:55Now I keep asking, the package coming?
00:20:09I'll check.
00:20:10Oh, there it is.
00:20:13You're welcome.
00:20:13He's recently separated.
00:20:17Well, maybe a year or two ago.
00:20:19I think they're not.
00:20:20I don't think they're going to eat this.
00:20:22Oh.
00:20:25Hello.
00:20:26Hello.
00:20:26Here for the demonstration?
00:20:29Yes.
00:20:30People actually pay you to watch you cook.
00:20:32Yes, and enjoy my, as Deborah would say, gastro pub cuisine.
00:20:37Mm.
00:20:38Yeah, and what exactly is gastro pub cuisine?
00:20:41Well, taking classic fare, adding a little gourmet twist, so, fine diner food.
00:20:47Sounds like my kind of menu.
00:20:48Well, then you'll just have to drag that boyfriend of yours into my restaurant sometime.
00:20:52Oh, no, any reservation you get for him will be used in pressing clients, not me.
00:20:55Well, then we'll have to get you one of your own.
00:20:58Nice to see you again, Andrew.
00:21:00Good luck tonight.
00:21:01I'm looking forward to seeing you.
00:21:02Well, thank you.
00:21:03And if you would excuse me, I'm going to go check on your dinner.
00:21:05All right, see you guys.
00:21:08Seems like a nice fellow.
00:21:10Yeah.
00:21:10There's Deborah and Thomas.
00:21:11Let's go, uh, say hi.
00:21:13You know what?
00:21:13Let's ask them to join us for dinner.
00:21:15Yeah.
00:21:15Okay.
00:21:22Everyone's raving about the food.
00:21:23You're a true success.
00:21:25Well, the evening isn't over yet.
00:21:26The demonstration?
00:21:28You'll do just fine.
00:21:29Sorry, we're running a little late.
00:21:31Hi, Dad.
00:21:32Miss Heidi.
00:21:33Hello, Luke.
00:21:34Mrs. Browning.
00:21:35Your wine was the highlight of the evening.
00:21:37Oh, well, that's good news.
00:21:38Maybe it'll help jumpstart the business.
00:21:41Hey, where's Dad?
00:21:42Uh, we gave the evening off.
00:21:43Well, come on.
00:21:44Let's go get you two back.
00:21:47I'm so glad we're sitting next to each other.
00:21:49I've really enjoyed chatting with you.
00:21:51Me too.
00:21:52Yeah, after reading your book and all the success you've had in your life,
00:21:57I was expecting you to be a bit more...
00:21:59Ruthless?
00:21:59Yes, I suppose.
00:22:01Well, I've certainly created a business image with focus and strength being the key elements,
00:22:07but that doesn't mean I can't also enjoy my life.
00:22:11Can I ask you a personal question, then?
00:22:14Ask away.
00:22:15I'm an open book, so to speak.
00:22:18There's been a lot of speculation about why you never got married, and you never commented on it.
00:22:22Now, of course, you don't have to answer my question, but I was just wondering...
00:22:25I've had some very wonderfully significant relationships in my life,
00:22:30but never with a man who was ultimately willing to share me with my career.
00:22:35And if I'm forced to choose...
00:22:37Okay.
00:22:38You're tuning up for the corporate talk.
00:22:40The demonstration's beginning.
00:22:44Ladies and gentlemen, may I have your attention, please?
00:22:47We're about to begin our cooking demonstration with our celebrity chef.
00:22:50All right.
00:22:51All right.
00:22:51All right.
00:22:55Hello, everyone.
00:22:58I know I had the pleasure of meeting a lot of you yesterday at the reception,
00:23:02but in the event that I haven't, I'm Andrew Browning, and I'll be your chef for the evening.
00:23:14He's so comfortable in front of an audience.
00:23:16He has to be.
00:23:17He's in front of crowds all the time.
00:23:19Andrew is just the best.
00:23:21You know, he was offered his own television show.
00:23:23Very lucrative deal.
00:23:25Turned it down.
00:23:26Why?
00:23:27He said he'd rather spend time with his son.
00:23:32Andrew would like you to assist him in his cooking demonstration.
00:23:36Oh, no, no.
00:23:37I can't even make macaroni and cheese out of a box.
00:23:40Johnny, you should go.
00:23:41It's good exposure.
00:23:42No, it'll be a disaster.
00:23:44It'll be fine.
00:23:45It'll be fine.
00:23:46I always like to have a diner assist me in the preparation.
00:23:54So with that, a warm welcome for Miss Johnny Prentice.
00:23:58I'm just looking back at me for spilling that on you.
00:24:00What?
00:24:01Your corporate exec?
00:24:02Your friend is speaking in front of a few people?
00:24:03It's not important.
00:24:05First, I'd like to show you how to make the dessert that you just enjoyed, my creamy caramel torte.
00:24:10I've got some sugar melting on the stove for the caramel.
00:24:14And in just a moment, Johnny, I'd like you to turn the mixer on.
00:24:17Oh.
00:24:32Well, it could have been worse.
00:24:34Oh, wow.
00:24:34You know, he could have burned down the whole place.
00:24:37No.
00:24:37Oh, no, no, no.
00:24:39You are not making me up here alone.
00:24:41I'm sorry.
00:24:42I'm so sorry, but please just let me go back to my seat.
00:24:44Let's just start over.
00:24:46Oh.
00:25:04I've never been so embarrassed.
00:25:14I told you I can't cook.
00:25:16Which is why we go out to eat.
00:25:19Look at the bright side.
00:25:21They will remember you.
00:25:27Um, everyone?
00:25:28Everyone, I'm sorry to interrupt, but I was hoping just to take a moment to make a special announcement.
00:25:33First, I think we owe a round of applause to our master chef of the evening, Mr. Andrew Browning, for that fabulous meal he prepared.
00:25:43With the meeting.
00:25:47And I would be remiss if I didn't mention the fabulous show put on by Miss Johnny Prentice during the cooking demonstration.
00:25:54But, now, business.
00:26:06Thomas Jenkins and I have known each other for over 20 years, but we've been two ships of the night when it comes to work.
00:26:13Well, I'm pleased to announce that for the very first time, we've been able to solidify a deal to work together.
00:26:19As of Monday morning, we will be joining forces and taking over Stafford Telecom.
00:26:41Can I pour you, sir?
00:26:48I'll pour.
00:26:49Okay.
00:26:50Sure.
00:26:52Everything's upside down.
00:26:55You know this is tough?
00:26:57It's not the only job out there.
00:26:59The entire industry knows you're a financial genius.
00:27:03So I guarantee you, this time next week, you will be flooded with offers.
00:27:07Oh, I humiliated myself in a room full of corporate executives.
00:27:12But I'm finished.
00:27:14I don't even know what to say to Milton.
00:27:16Stafford was his baby.
00:27:19He took me from financial consultant to CFO.
00:27:22He trusted me with his company.
00:27:24And I lost it.
00:27:26No, you didn't.
00:27:28Stafford was already vulnerable, and you know that.
00:27:30And I'm guessing that Deborah had her sights set on the company long before you and Thomas Jenkins entered the picture.
00:27:36That doesn't make me feel any better.
00:27:37Well, I have something that might.
00:27:50Johnny, I told you I had something I wanted to talk to you about.
00:27:53This is your idea of talk?
00:27:56You're proposing to me?
00:27:58Johnny, we've been seeing each other for a while now.
00:28:00And I think it's time we take that next logical step.
00:28:08The next logical step?
00:28:12Let's face it.
00:28:14We're at a stage in our lives where we have to start planning for our future.
00:28:18And I think that this is going to be great for us and our careers.
00:28:22We have the same goals, the same aspirations.
00:28:26And honestly, an engagement to me right now is the perfect political maneuver for you to make.
00:28:37Christopher, marriage isn't a political maneuver.
00:28:42Or at least it shouldn't be.
00:28:44We're not teenagers anymore, Johnny.
00:28:46A solid marriage isn't based on passion or romance.
00:28:51It's about a strong foundation for a good, productive life together.
00:29:02I'm sorry, but I think it should be more than that.
00:29:08Come on, you're too old to want the fairy tale still.
00:29:12It's not a fairy tale.
00:29:14I mean, marriage isn't a business proposition.
00:29:17All right, and besides, marriage isn't even in my plan right now.
00:29:22I have to be honest, Johnny.
00:29:24This is where I'm at in my life.
00:29:26And if we're not going to move forward, I think I might have to look for someone who is.
00:29:34Sorry, but I'm not that girl.
00:29:50Thank you for your honesty.
00:30:04A bit chilly to be outside tonight?
00:30:17Yes, it is.
00:30:19Is that your friend who just left?
00:30:22He's going home.
00:30:23I hope everything's okay.
00:30:24I ruined your cooking demonstration, lost the company, and I got dumped all in the span of a few hours.
00:30:32So really, it's becoming a bang-up day.
00:30:36Oh, I'm sorry.
00:30:38As for the demonstration, you did spice it up a bit.
00:30:45That's an understatement.
00:30:46As for being dumped, it could put a dent in one's self-esteem.
00:30:50You know, I think that's too strong of a word.
00:30:56It was more of a mutual walk away.
00:31:00You know, I always knew he wasn't.
00:31:03The one.
00:31:04Oh, God, I feel so ridiculous.
00:31:07Like I'm some 16-year-old girl planning my rose-colored future.
00:31:12Eh, not ridiculous.
00:31:14It's actually nice to find someone who still believes in love.
00:31:20Well, I hope everything turns out the way you want.
00:31:25It will.
00:31:26Yeah, just as soon as I pick up my self-esteem.
00:31:30You strike me as a person who will bounce back rather quickly.
00:31:35Good night, Miss Pernice.
00:31:37Good night, Mr. Brown.
00:31:38So, now that we've gone public with the merger, I suppose you want to begin some reorganization.
00:31:48I already had that in the works way before you crossed that final T.
00:31:51Of course you did.
00:31:53Are you going to retain any of the Stafford Group?
00:31:55I really haven't considered anything.
00:31:57Get any ideas?
00:31:58Well.
00:31:59Yeah.
00:31:59Yes, Johnny Prentice.
00:32:02I'm in room 1408.
00:32:04Sure.
00:32:04One second.
00:32:05Okay.
00:32:11Anyway, um...
00:32:13Johnny, this is my third message.
00:32:15Please call me back ASAP.
00:32:17Thank you for checking.
00:32:18Okay.
00:32:18Oh.
00:32:22Were you able to get any sleep?
00:32:24A little.
00:32:25I spent a lot of time thinking about my next move.
00:32:29I'm curious.
00:32:29How did you manage to pull off the takeover?
00:32:32I keep running the numbers in my head, and I don't see where the weaknesses were.
00:32:35There were none, actually.
00:32:36That's how Stafford ended up on my radar in the first place.
00:32:39I heard that you were courting Thomas Jenkins, so I approached him and made a better offer.
00:32:44Well, we wanted the deal in place before Milton found out that Stafford was out of his control.
00:32:52And he knows now.
00:32:54Well, I called him myself last night.
00:32:58Dear, you're still so young and so talented.
00:33:01In another few years, things like this will just roll off your back.
00:33:06And how many times have you been through something like this?
00:33:10More than I can count.
00:33:12Listen, you and I will sit together before the end of this conference, and we'll discuss your plans.
00:33:18I'm sure I can make a few phone calls on your behalf.
00:33:21And Deborah, I have to admit, your plan was brilliant.
00:33:28I think so.
00:33:36That was quite an exciting cooking demonstration you gave yesterday.
00:33:39Yeah, it could have been worse.
00:33:40Yeah, she could have burned down the building.
00:33:45Won't you excuse me for a minute?
00:33:46Sure.
00:33:49Feeling any better today?
00:33:53No, I'm a little on edge.
00:33:56Well, anything I can do?
00:34:02Nothing I can think of.
00:34:03Oh, come on.
00:34:04I like a good challenge.
00:34:06Unless, of course, you need to leave.
00:34:12Actually, I don't have to be anywhere today.
00:34:16But I'm sure you do.
00:34:19Not really.
00:34:20Plus, I'd like to see if it's possible to be within 100 yards of you and not be in mortal danger.
00:34:25Yeah, no promises on the mortal danger part.
00:34:30Nothing special.
00:34:31Just a drive out to my folks' house in the country.
00:34:34Plus, I need to save one for my son.
00:34:36Yeah, I would really enjoy a ride in the country.
00:34:44All right, then.
00:34:45Shall we?
00:34:46Okay.
00:34:47I think I was here yesterday on the tour.
00:35:10You must have tried some of the wine.
00:35:12That was great.
00:35:13Your parents live here?
00:35:14They own it.
00:35:15You must have seen them here yesterday.
00:35:17Yeah.
00:35:18And with wine that good, they must be doing very well for themselves.
00:35:21Well, you'd think so.
00:35:23But no, it certainly has its other advantages.
00:35:27Hi, Dad!
00:35:29Hey, champ.
00:35:33Luke, this is my friend Johnny.
00:35:35Johnny, this is my son Luke.
00:35:37Hi.
00:35:38Why do you have a boy's name?
00:35:39When you work for all men, it comes in handy sometimes.
00:35:43Did you destroy Dad's demonstration kitchen last night?
00:35:48Yes, that was me.
00:35:49See, Dad?
00:35:50If I was your assistant, everything would have been fine.
00:35:54He's probably right.
00:35:57Where are your grandparents, champ?
00:35:59In the aging room.
00:36:00Come on!
00:36:00Shall we?
00:36:04Okay.
00:36:06446-325.
00:36:10Grandpa!
00:36:11Grandpa!
00:36:12Guess what?
00:36:13Dad's here.
00:36:14And you brought a girl with him.
00:36:17You brought a girl with him?
00:36:19Huh?
00:36:20Hello, honey.
00:36:21I didn't think you were coming today.
00:36:23I thought you had to work.
00:36:24No, no.
00:36:25Mom, Dad, this is my friend Johnny Prentice.
00:36:28Johnny, these are my parents, Paul and Sophia Browning.
00:36:32It's nice to meet you.
00:36:33Hi.
00:36:33Nice to meet you, too.
00:36:35Welcome to our little winery.
00:36:37I've never met anyone who's owned a winery before.
00:36:40Well, we own it for the time being.
00:36:42Dad, we'd love to have you stay for dinner.
00:36:44Can you?
00:36:46Oh, no.
00:36:47I have a seminar at 5 p.m. on new technology.
00:36:51That sounds boring.
00:36:52You should stay here with us.
00:36:54Our grandson is very bright for his age and quite outspoken.
00:36:57Please stay.
00:37:01You know what?
00:37:02A home-cooked meal sounds perfect.
00:37:04Great.
00:37:05Can I share the grape crusher?
00:37:06Sure.
00:37:07Luke's going to be a master winemaker someday.
00:37:11Follow me.
00:37:13I would run if I were you or you'll never catch him.
00:37:16Uh, will you?
00:37:18I'll catch up with you.
00:37:19Okay.
00:37:21Uh, hold on, Luke.
00:37:23Mom, Dad, stop.
00:37:25I didn't say a word.
00:37:28I didn't say anything.
00:37:29You two do silent louder than anybody I know.
00:37:32So, I had a very pleasant and professional conversation with Mr. Henfield.
00:37:42Oh, yeah?
00:37:42You know, I've always said Milton is a very classy guy.
00:37:45He's not a stupid man.
00:37:46He sees the value of what we're trying to do here.
00:37:48So, is he going to retire?
00:37:49He says he wants to spend more time with his family.
00:37:52And with that golden parachute, he and his family are going to have quite a nice time.
00:37:56Yeah, I'll say.
00:37:58I'm happy for him.
00:38:00Whoa.
00:38:01Careful, Cruella.
00:38:02You going to lose your edge?
00:38:03Nonsense.
00:38:04You know me.
00:38:05I always find a win-win.
00:38:07Speaking of which, Milton is emphatically in favor of the other matter we've been discussing.
00:38:13Good.
00:38:14How about you?
00:38:17I haven't decided yet.
00:38:20Well, here is to bigger and better.
00:38:25Indeed.
00:38:31Look, this pasta is amazing.
00:38:33I can see where Andrew got his cooking chops.
00:38:36Well, thank you.
00:38:37I'd love to take credit for his talent, but honestly, he taught me.
00:38:41I think he became a chef because I was such a terrible cook.
00:38:46Oh, come on, Mom.
00:38:47Your cooking's not that bad.
00:38:48Oh, well, thank you, son.
00:38:49But you know I could barely boil water.
00:38:51Remember the year Mother served us a raw turkey for Thanksgiving?
00:38:55Great, Paul.
00:38:55Thank you for bringing that up.
00:38:56We spent the next three days in bed with food poisoning.
00:39:01Okay, okay.
00:39:02But you and Dad did teach me everything I know about wine.
00:39:06I had an older sister, and she learned to cook, but my father was determined that I would become the winemaker.
00:39:13Well, I haven't enjoyed a glass of wine more.
00:39:17That's our reserve Merlot.
00:39:19Andrew always pairs it with this dish.
00:39:22I can taste wine.
00:39:23I don't normally eat cobbler, but that was delicious.
00:39:31Dad taught Grandma to make it.
00:39:33It's the only thing she knows how to make.
00:39:36Sometimes she makes it three times a day.
00:39:39All right, champ.
00:39:40Go help Grandma with the dishes.
00:39:42Roger that.
00:39:45So, I'll see you later, Johnny?
00:39:47Um, sure, Luke.
00:39:58Sorry about my family.
00:39:59They could be a little overzealous.
00:40:01No.
00:40:03No, it's sweet.
00:40:06Yeah, Luke and I don't get to spend enough time up here.
00:40:09That's the reason I took the guest chef spot at the resort.
00:40:12Luke gets an extra week with his grandparents, and I get to check in on them.
00:40:22Andrew, can I ask you a question?
00:40:24Fire away.
00:40:26What did your father mean when he said they owned the winery for the time being?
00:40:31Are they selling?
00:40:34Yeah, they don't want to, but the vineyard's been losing money for the last few years.
00:40:40They can't seem to stop the bleeding, and they might have to get out while they can.
00:40:47One of the big wine conglomerates, factories, Dad calls them, has offered to buy the land.
00:40:54Well, what about the family label?
00:40:57Well, I suppose, like many small family-run businesses of today, it'll just disappear.
00:41:08Come here, I want to show you something.
00:41:10It's beautiful out here.
00:41:14You should see it in season, when the vines aren't dormant, covered with leaves and grapes.
00:41:21A lot of fond memories as a child growing up here.
00:41:25You don't seem all that comfortable around children.
00:41:28I haven't spent a lot of time around children.
00:41:32It's a communication thing.
00:41:35You just use smaller words and try to be gentler and more understanding of their feelings.
00:41:40I've spent the past ten years training all the gentleness and understanding out of me.
00:41:47Not great traits to have in the business world.
00:41:50Oh, well, at least you recognize it.
00:41:52Most people grow up unhappy, not knowing what they want in the first place.
00:41:56Well, I've never really had a problem with that.
00:41:59I've always been very clear about what I want in my life.
00:42:03Ah, there'll be other jobs.
00:42:05I know.
00:42:05How long has your family owned the winery?
00:42:13Well, my mom's grandfather founded it in 1925.
00:42:17My dad had a vineyard.
00:42:20Well, he merged it with mom when they married.
00:42:23I wish there was more I could do.
00:42:26They don't willingly accept help from me.
00:42:29Your parents are principals.
00:42:31It's a good thing.
00:42:41I should check on Luke.
00:42:46Right.
00:42:47Thank you again for a wonderful day.
00:42:55It was very thoughtful of you.
00:42:57Well, we all enjoyed it.
00:42:58I just hope we could do it again before you leave.
00:43:04It's okay.
00:43:06I know it's none of my business, but early in my career, I was a management consultant,
00:43:13and I helped out a lot of small businesses.
00:43:14Would you and your parents' mind if I took a look at the winery's financials?
00:43:19It wouldn't cost you anything.
00:43:20Really?
00:43:21Yeah.
00:43:21That would be incredibly nice.
00:43:23They would really appreciate that.
00:43:24Sure.
00:43:24But don't you need to be getting back to Los Angeles?
00:43:28It should, but I'm not ready to face my boss just yet.
00:43:33Or the inevitable next step.
00:43:35I think a few extra days in one country could be just what I need.
00:43:40Yeah, well, the last 24 hours have been a bit hectic.
00:43:43Yes, but the last eight hours have actually been quite enjoyable.
00:43:54Listen, about my parents, I know you want to help, but it seems like you got a lot on
00:43:59your plate right now.
00:44:00Oh, no, no, it's actually, it's perfect.
00:44:04It gives me something else to focus on, something worthwhile.
00:44:08All right, then.
00:44:09I'll pick you up tomorrow.
00:44:12Great.
00:44:16Just tell us what you need, and we'll make sure you have it.
00:44:19Thank you so much for offering to look into things.
00:44:21It means so much.
00:44:24Hi, Johnny.
00:44:25Hello, Luke.
00:44:29You can ask me any question, and I'll answer.
00:44:31I'm an expert.
00:44:33All right, well, what I'm going to need from you, and this is no easy proposition, is how
00:44:42the winery works.
00:44:44Every process, every expense.
00:44:47Well, we should get started, then.
00:44:48Right, Mr. Expert?
00:44:50Roger that, Captain Grandpa.
00:44:52Come on, Johnny.
00:44:53We'll start in the vineyards.
00:44:55This time of year, the vines are pruned, so they'll grow back stronger in the spring.
00:45:10The local soil is very important in relation to the varieties of wine we can produce.
00:45:15This is decomposed granite soil, which is best for making Syrah.
00:45:18Well, we can grow all kinds of Bordeaux grapes because of the wind of the Pacific Ocean.
00:45:22And how do you know that?
00:45:26Because I have to take over the winery someday, and I have to know everything.
00:45:39Well, here they are, all the records for the last two years.
00:45:43Oh, great.
00:45:44And these are all still active accounts.
00:45:49Yes, I believe so.
00:45:55They are all active accounts.
00:45:59Hey, Dad.
00:46:01Grandpa wants to show Johnny in the fermentation room.
00:46:04We'll be right there, son.
00:46:06Come on, Johnny.
00:46:07I'll put these in the house.
00:46:14Come on, Johnny.
00:46:16I'll get up, I'm waiting.
00:46:17Okay.
00:46:19Don't want to keep him waiting.
00:46:22These are the fermentation tanks.
00:46:24This stage of the process creates heat.
00:46:26We cool the wine by setting a proper temperature in these tanks.
00:46:31The alcohol is created naturally by the addition of action yeast.
00:46:35When it's ready, the wine is transferred into oak barrels and moved to the aging room.
00:46:40This way.
00:46:46Wine is best aged at a temperature of between 55 and 58 degrees.
00:46:51Extreme heat and cold is very detrimental to the wine during aging.
00:46:55We use oak barrels for control of the oxidation.
00:46:58Excessive oxidation causes the wine to turn bitter.
00:47:01And you know this because...
00:47:03Everyone knows that.
00:47:04Come on.
00:47:10It smells amazing.
00:47:13What are you looking for?
00:47:14My pen.
00:47:14I just had it.
00:47:23You found it.
00:47:26Try this.
00:47:28It's delicious.
00:47:33A little spicy, but delicious.
00:47:36It's not that spicy.
00:47:38It's spicy.
00:47:42Since it's your job, do you ever get tired of cooking?
00:47:46It's never really felt like a job.
00:47:48I enjoy doing it.
00:47:49Makes people happy.
00:47:52What more can I ask for?
00:47:53That's funny.
00:47:57What's funny?
00:47:58Your mom and dad said the exact same thing about the winery.
00:48:01Well, that's because they enjoy their lives very much.
00:48:03Okay, no problem.
00:48:13Wow, so you're still alive.
00:48:15I'm sorry I didn't call you earlier.
00:48:16I just didn't know what to say.
00:48:18Anything would have been appreciated.
00:48:19Do you have any idea the kind of pandemonium that's been going on around here?
00:48:22No one's been trying to reach you.
00:48:25I don't even want to think about it.
00:48:27Look, I actually called for a favor.
00:48:28Of course you did.
00:48:30What do you need?
00:48:31Do you remember the old files from the consulting firm?
00:48:34Yes.
00:48:35Do you happen to know where they are?
00:48:36I'm pretty sure they're on my hard drive.
00:48:38Great.
00:48:39Do you think you could send me the beverage industry study we did?
00:48:41And let me guess, you need them in five minutes.
00:48:44Oh, no, you can take your time.
00:48:47Ten minutes is fine.
00:48:49And I'll be back in a few days to figure out a game plan for our future.
00:48:53Just where are you right now?
00:48:55I'm still at the California Oak Winery.
00:48:57With Christopher?
00:48:59Oh, uh, no.
00:49:02Uh, that's a long story.
00:49:03I'll tell you all about it when I get back.
00:49:05Yeah, you most certainly will.
00:49:07First we couldn't get you to go to the vineyard.
00:49:08Now we can't get you to come home.
00:49:10Tell us like some story.
00:49:12In a few days, Renee.
00:49:14All right.
00:49:14Talk to you soon.
00:49:20Well, I think the little guy finally went to sleep.
00:49:24You're really good with him, you know that?
00:49:27I try.
00:49:28But I worry what he's missing with the single parent.
00:49:32But you're one parent who loves him very much.
00:49:34That counts for a lot.
00:49:37I hope so.
00:49:40So, what's next for you now that your firm's being taken over?
00:49:48I don't know, really.
00:49:51I mean, the transfer of power is going to take a couple weeks.
00:49:54And then I suppose I should start looking for another job.
00:49:58Wouldn't you take some time off?
00:50:00I strike when the iron's hot.
00:50:02I've spent ten years getting to where I am.
00:50:05I can't let my career be derailed by something like this.
00:50:09You know, my mother likes to say,
00:50:12you can make all the plans you want,
00:50:15but God has made his
00:50:18and doesn't feel the need to check in with you.
00:50:22And do you think that?
00:50:30When I married Meredith,
00:50:34I made all these plans
00:50:39for us to spend the rest of our lives together.
00:50:42And with Luke.
00:50:49And then one day,
00:50:50she's diagnosed with cancer.
00:50:54And all those plans meant nothing.
00:50:56I'm so sorry.
00:50:58One day,
00:51:00I could see my whole life stretched out in front of me.
00:51:03And the next.
00:51:08I couldn't see two feet in front of my face.
00:51:13What'd you do?
00:51:17Put one foot in front of the other.
00:51:21Took care of Luke.
00:51:24I'm Meredith.
00:51:31Tried to have faith.
00:51:33How do you hold on to faith
00:51:42in the midst of something like that?
00:51:45What else do you have?
00:51:50See you in the morning.
00:52:03So, what will it be?
00:52:11Eggs?
00:52:12Waffles?
00:52:12Waffles' almonds?
00:52:13His almonds are the best.
00:52:14Well, I'm sure they are.
00:52:17Surprise me.
00:52:18But I definitely want a cup of coffee.
00:52:20But I feel bad that you guys waited to have breakfast for me.
00:52:25Breakfast is always a little later on Sundays.
00:52:28So, will you be joining us?
00:52:31Joining you?
00:52:32For church, we always go as a family.
00:52:35Mom?
00:52:36I mean, I haven't been to church in...
00:52:39I don't know how long.
00:52:41Oh, it's your choice, of course.
00:52:43Johnny, you don't have to go to church with us unless you want to.
00:52:47I'm not really dressed for it.
00:52:49Oh, our church isn't fancy.
00:52:51You look great.
00:52:52My grandma always says, the Lord isn't looking at you close with the person inside him.
00:53:00Well, in that case, it would be lovely to join you.
00:53:05So, what will it be?
00:53:07I'll have one of your famous omelets.
00:53:09Good choice.
00:53:10Did you hear that, champ?
00:53:11Oh, it's beautiful.
00:53:24We have Andrew.
00:53:29Hello, Luke.
00:53:31Good gracious, how you've grown?
00:53:33Andrew, welcome.
00:53:34Good to see you again.
00:53:36Johnny, this is Reverend Whitting.
00:53:37He's been our pastor since before Andrew was born.
00:53:40Well, now you make me sound as old as a Methuselah.
00:53:44Well.
00:53:46This is Johnny Prentice.
00:53:48She's helping us out at the winery.
00:53:50It's nice to meet you.
00:53:51Oh, it's my pleasure.
00:53:52It's good to have you here.
00:53:55The Lord welcomes all those who wish to listen to the word.
00:53:59Of course, then it puts all the pressure on me to make that experience good enough that you'll want to come back.
00:54:06It was a real pleasure meeting you, Johnny.
00:54:09Excuse me.
00:54:10Dad, can we play football at the church?
00:54:14Absolutely, champ.
00:54:15You and Grandpa?
00:54:16I wouldn't miss it.
00:54:20Family tradition.
00:54:22Come on, Johnny.
00:54:23You can sit with me.
00:54:24Nice.
00:54:25All right, great pass.
00:54:35Hey, if you're looking for something that'll make you feel free.
00:54:38Hit the volume on the song.
00:54:40Here, Luke.
00:54:41You're going to fall off.
00:54:46Hey, don't sit there.
00:54:48Hey, don't you just have to leave me in the land.
00:54:50I love you, bud.
00:54:59I love you, too, Dad.
00:55:01Love you more.
00:55:02No.
00:55:03Well, I'm going to go make some sandwiches.
00:55:05I've got some ham that's calling my name.
00:55:07I'll make the sandwiches.
00:55:08You make some lemonade.
00:55:09Okay.
00:55:09What about them?
00:55:11They'll come in when they're hungry.
00:55:12Your parents still do their accounting the old-fashioned way.
00:55:26Dad thinks computers are the demise of all mankind.
00:55:30Winemaking hasn't changed that much, so why should the accounting?
00:55:36Well, you know, I never really gave much thought to the technicalities of winemaking.
00:55:39I always just hopped a cork and drank.
00:55:44And now you know more than you wanted to, thanks to the little guy.
00:55:48Oh.
00:55:50Luke is a wonderful child.
00:55:52Yeah, he's grown quite fond of you.
00:55:57I'm still so awkward around him.
00:56:00Well, you're getting better.
00:56:01Am I?
00:56:05No.
00:56:06So, what do your future plans look like?
00:56:14I don't know.
00:56:17For the first time in my life, I simply do not know.
00:56:22Hey, Dad!
00:56:23Can you come here a minute?
00:56:24Grandpa and I need you!
00:56:26Well, I better go check on that wonderful child.
00:56:30Dad, will you hurry up?
00:56:48Can I get you anything?
00:56:50No, no, I'm fine.
00:56:55Whatever it is, you can ask me.
00:56:57I don't know.
00:57:03It's probably none of my business.
00:57:06But, I was just wondering when Andrew's wife died.
00:57:14Five years ago.
00:57:17He hardly had time to adjust to the news that happened so suddenly.
00:57:20Mary, they started feeling ill, they diagnosed her with leukemia, and it was only a few months later that we lost her.
00:57:29The saddest part was that Luke was so little, he barely remembers her.
00:57:35Poor little guy.
00:57:38Andrew threw himself into his work.
00:57:41Part passion, part escape.
00:57:44I can understand that.
00:57:46I can see that you two understand a lot about each other.
00:57:51I mean, I don't know what your situation is.
00:57:53Andrew and I were becoming friends.
00:58:09Sometimes, the most obvious things in life are the most difficult to talk about.
00:58:16Just, don't let opportunities pass you by without a second thought.
00:58:23You're much too young to have regrets.
00:58:28If you need anything, I'm in the house.
00:58:30So, how do you know when the grapes are ready?
00:58:43By color?
00:58:44Common misconception.
00:58:47My father likes to say,
00:58:49the important factors for making great wine have to do with sugar levels,
00:58:54acidity of the grapes,
00:58:56berry flavor,
00:58:57sugar, and most importantly,
00:59:00cannon levels.
00:59:01It's all very technical stuff.
00:59:04Yes and no.
00:59:05And what it all comes down to, really, is
00:59:07how it tastes.
00:59:09It's just like everything else in life,
00:59:11it's all about personal taste.
00:59:15You know, I need to head back to the resort
00:59:17to have a few loose ends.
00:59:18If you'd like, I could take you.
00:59:21Now, I'm almost finished with my analysis,
00:59:23and I want to give your parents some thoughts.
00:59:25I'm sure your dad can take me back.
00:59:30So, is there hope?
00:59:33I have a few ideas.
00:59:35Nothing spectacular, I admit.
00:59:37Your parents are already very economical.
00:59:39But there is always hope.
00:59:43There is.
00:59:45Isn't there?
00:59:50How about you meet me at the bar at 7?
00:59:55I'll see you there.
00:59:56All right.
00:59:57And thank you.
01:00:02You're welcome.
01:00:16So, can we save it?
01:00:19Well, let me show you what I found.
01:00:20It doesn't sound very reassuring.
01:00:25It absolutely can be saved.
01:00:28And some updating systems will be a part of it.
01:00:31But most importantly,
01:00:32I think we need to take the heart of this winery,
01:00:35its heritage,
01:00:36and make that the centerpiece of a new marketing,
01:00:38pricing, and distribution campaign.
01:00:39Now, what you have here is something to be savored.
01:00:44But the key is your distribution.
01:00:46Well, we have tried to pair with some more established vineyards before,
01:00:51but we just didn't find very much interest.
01:00:53Hmm.
01:00:54Well, I can work with you on finding a major distributor.
01:00:57How?
01:00:58You don't live up here.
01:00:59Well, I could spend some time up here,
01:01:03oversee the changes.
01:01:05That is,
01:01:06once you see the specifics,
01:01:08if you want me to.
01:01:09Oh, I feel certain that we're going to want you to.
01:01:14Good.
01:01:18Johnny.
01:01:20Johnny, I've been looking for you all day.
01:01:21Oh, I'm sorry.
01:01:23I completely forgot you wanted to talk.
01:01:24Well, I know you have a lot on your mind.
01:01:26Listen, why don't we go inside and have a drink?
01:01:29Well, I'm supposed to be meeting someone in a little while,
01:01:32but sure, I could spare a few minutes.
01:01:35Okay.
01:01:40You look like you've made peace with things.
01:01:43I'm working on it.
01:01:44I spent the last 24 hours evaluating the holdings and assets of Stafford
01:01:48and your plans to expand the company.
01:01:51I'm proud of my work.
01:01:53You should be.
01:01:54Those numbers were financial gold.
01:01:56I truly believe it would have worked.
01:01:58Wow.
01:02:00But it's a move point, don't you think?
01:02:02Maybe not.
01:02:04What do you mean?
01:02:05I had every intention of dismantling Stafford up for management until I saw your plans.
01:02:10You are a singularly focused young woman.
01:02:13That's why I want to hire you.
01:02:18You want to hire me?
01:02:19Yes.
01:02:20A senior financial position, but you'd be playing in a much bigger sandbox,
01:02:24a lot more responsibility and power than you had at Stafford,
01:02:27and you'd be reporting directly to me.
01:02:29Of course, you'd have to move to our headquarters in San Francisco.
01:02:33You're serious.
01:02:34You want to hire me?
01:02:35I think Thomas put it this way.
01:02:37When he saw you, he thought that he saw a reflection of me.
01:02:43It's amazing.
01:02:48I mean, I have to talk to Milton first.
01:02:51I don't want him to think that...
01:02:52I've already spoken to Milton.
01:02:53Who do you think gave you your strongest recommendation?
01:02:56Look, I'm sorry.
01:02:57I've got to go.
01:02:58I've got to fly to Tokyo for some meetings.
01:03:00Are you in?
01:03:02Of course.
01:03:03Good.
01:03:04I'll be back Thursday.
01:03:06We'll work on getting you settled.
01:03:08I jotted down your offer.
01:03:10Take a look at it.
01:03:11Everything's negotiable.
01:03:15I look forward to working with you, Johnny.
01:03:18Me too.
01:03:18Bye.
01:03:34Hey, there you are.
01:03:38I was looking all over for you.
01:03:42Hello?
01:03:44Anybody home?
01:03:45Hi.
01:03:46Hi.
01:03:46I just got off the phone with my mom.
01:03:48She is so excited about your ideas.
01:03:51I haven't heard of this happening in so long.
01:03:55And you're going to be staying here for a few months?
01:03:58I can't.
01:04:00You can't what?
01:04:01Debra Miller offered me a job.
01:04:06It's a very lucrative deal.
01:04:09Oh.
01:04:11Well.
01:04:12That's great.
01:04:15It's what you wanted, right?
01:04:18Yeah.
01:04:19That's everything I've always wanted.
01:04:23Congratulations.
01:04:29Your parents.
01:04:29You all understand.
01:04:34So.
01:04:36Where's the new job?
01:04:38San Francisco.
01:04:41But, you know, I can still consult with your parents.
01:04:45I mean, it would have to be long distance, but...
01:04:48Yeah, of course.
01:04:48The reason why I asked you to meet me here tonight, away from your family.
01:04:58You don't need to say it.
01:04:59I don't.
01:05:00Johnny, whatever this is, you know, we didn't expect it.
01:05:11And obviously, neither of us have space for, well...
01:05:21Maybe it's better we don't name it.
01:05:30Probably.
01:05:30It's so bizarre.
01:05:35I've only known you for four days, and yet...
01:05:38Yeah, it seems like so much more.
01:05:42Yeah.
01:05:45It's nice to know I can feel this way about someone, I suppose.
01:05:50I mean, scary.
01:05:54Terrifying.
01:05:54It's nice.
01:06:00It's not like we're never going to see each other again.
01:06:03Yeah, I'm going to help your parents as much as possible.
01:06:08Luke's going to miss you.
01:06:12We'll be heading to L.A. in a few days.
01:06:14He's going to get back to school.
01:06:16I'm going to miss him, too.
01:06:34Good luck with your new job.
01:06:46Welcome back.
01:06:55You look interesting.
01:06:57How much wine have you had in the last week?
01:07:00I'm not hungover.
01:07:01I just haven't been able to sleep.
01:07:03That explains a lot of sparkle in your eyes.
01:07:05I just thought it was a bad makeup job.
01:07:07You're sensitive.
01:07:08That's right.
01:07:10So, what's this big news you said you couldn't tell me about over the phone?
01:07:14You don't waste time.
01:07:17Well, I learned from the master.
01:07:19It's Bill.
01:07:22I've been offered a senior financial position with Deborah Miller's company.
01:07:26The jerk whose firm is taking us over?
01:07:29And I have permission to take you with me.
01:07:31When I say jerk, I do mean that in the most affectionate sense of the word, of course.
01:07:35Of course.
01:07:37But you have to move to San Francisco.
01:07:38I can be packed in three minutes.
01:07:40What's with the long face?
01:07:42You didn't have to sell yourself to seven years of indentured servitude to this woman, did you?
01:07:47No, no.
01:07:47This is a great opportunity for the both of us.
01:07:50But I know this isn't about you and Christopher.
01:07:55I could barely get you to go out to dinner with him more than once a week.
01:07:58No, there's no me and Christopher.
01:08:03There's a guy in wine country.
01:08:06Like a knight in shining armor, you're attracted to, butterflies in your stomach, don't even want dessert kind of guy.
01:08:11I'm going to go talk to Milton.
01:08:13Seriously?
01:08:14I want details.
01:08:16There's plenty of time for that.
01:08:23You look happy.
01:08:25I thought for sure you'd be batting down the hatches by now.
01:08:28You know, surprisingly enough, I have never been happier in my life.
01:08:33Have a seat.
01:08:33So, you took the job, right?
01:08:38Yes.
01:08:39Thank you for your recommendation.
01:08:41You're very welcome.
01:08:43You don't look terribly excited about it.
01:08:46No, no, it's a great opportunity.
01:08:48I'd be a fool not to take it.
01:08:50Probably.
01:08:51You know, I have to ask, why are you so happy?
01:08:56Oh, well, I was panicked at first, but then I went home and I had a conversation with my wife and I realized this is the chance I've been waiting for.
01:09:0922 years.
01:09:10I'd almost forgotten there's a real world out there.
01:09:15Right.
01:09:17So, now, if you will excuse me, I have got a tea time to make.
01:09:22I'm taking up golf.
01:09:24You know, it's got nothing to do with the rest of my life except live.
01:09:32Best of luck on your new job.
01:09:49Well, it's been a few weeks.
01:09:53I almost have everything in order.
01:09:54Just don't take too long.
01:09:56I've got big plans for you.
01:09:58Good thing you have no personal life because you're not going to have time for that here.
01:10:01You don't waste any time, do you?
01:10:03Well, there's precious little time in life, Johnny.
01:10:06We've got to make the most of it.
01:10:08If I could work more than 100 hours a week, I'd do it.
01:10:13What about the rest of your life?
01:10:15This company is my life.
01:10:17Now it's your life, too.
01:10:19Glad to have you here.
01:10:33Where's your back, Chan?
01:10:52What's up?
01:10:54You feeling all right?
01:10:55I'm fine.
01:10:56I just thought Johnny might be here.
01:11:02Johnny.
01:11:04She said she'd come back to help Grandma and Grandpa.
01:11:08Maybe she just got tied up with work, sweetheart.
01:11:10Well, you always say, when we care about people, we have to make time.
01:11:18That's right.
01:11:21See, we can't force people to love us.
01:11:26Grab your bag.
01:11:28Let's go have some fun.
01:11:30Okay.
01:11:37Look, I told you everything.
01:11:40So are we ever going to talk about the guy?
01:11:43There is no guy.
01:11:46I have known you for far too long to buy the lie you're trying to sell yourself right now.
01:11:51Some things just aren't meant to be.
01:11:53Yeah.
01:11:54Sometimes we walk away from things because we're just too chicken to face them.
01:11:59It wasn't just me, Renee.
01:12:02He wasn't ready either.
01:12:10Look at you, Johnny Prentiss.
01:12:12You can take down mighty corporations, but you can't deal with your feelings for a man.
01:12:18Disappointed in you.
01:12:22That's done.
01:12:22I've made my decision.
01:12:24Did you?
01:12:29Have a good weekend.
01:12:31You too.
01:12:31I've made my decision.
01:12:39I've made my decision.
01:12:40I've made my decision.
01:12:41I've made my decision.
01:12:41I've made my decision.
01:12:41I've made my decision.
01:12:42I've made my decision.
01:12:42I've made my decision.
01:12:43I've made my decision.
01:12:44I've made my decision.
01:12:44I've made my decision.
01:12:45I've made my decision.
01:12:45I've made my decision.
01:12:46I've made my decision.
01:12:46I've made my decision.
01:12:47I've made my decision.
01:12:48I've made my decision.
01:12:48I've made my decision.
01:12:49I've made my decision.
01:12:50I've made my decision.
01:12:51I've made my decision.
01:12:52I've made my decision.
01:12:53I've made my decision.
01:12:54I've made my decision.
01:12:55I've made my decision.
01:12:56I've made my decision.
01:13:58Hey, champ.
01:13:59I thought you were sleeping.
01:14:01I can't sleep.
01:14:05Something you want to talk about?
01:14:06Johnny.
01:14:17She was very nice.
01:14:20Yeah, she was.
01:14:22When is she coming back?
01:14:30I don't know if she's ever coming back.
01:14:32Come on, let me tuck you in.
01:14:40Dad?
01:14:41Can I just stay here and stunk with you a little bit?
01:14:47Absolutely.
01:14:47Did I ever tell you about the time that grizzly bear chased me up the tree?
01:14:57About a thousand times.
01:14:59You want to hear it again?
01:15:01No, not really.
01:15:03Hello, Johnny.
01:15:12Milton was here earlier.
01:15:14Yeah, I saw him.
01:15:16Nice man.
01:15:16Seems to be enjoying his mundane life for the past couple of days, but then to each his own.
01:15:21I say that's what makes horse racing.
01:15:27Your travel itinerary.
01:15:30I'm going somewhere?
01:15:31Yes.
01:15:31Our Tokyo office is falling apart at the seams.
01:15:34You're booked for a flight tomorrow.
01:15:35You should be there for about five days to put it back in order.
01:15:38Then there are tickets for London after that.
01:15:41England?
01:15:41Yes, there is a meeting of office managers.
01:15:44You're going to be there as my eyes and my ears.
01:15:46You can take notes.
01:15:47Use a recorder if you'd like, but I expect a detailed report.
01:15:50Then you should be heading back to the States in enough time to make the conference on sales and distribution in D.C. next month.
01:16:00No.
01:16:03No.
01:16:04What does that mean?
01:16:06It means no.
01:16:08I'm not going.
01:16:10Quit.
01:16:11Or you can't quit.
01:16:14People like us are not quitters.
01:16:16In a couple of years, you'll be just like me.
01:16:21No offense.
01:16:23That's what I'm afraid of.
01:16:36Excuse me.
01:16:37I'm sorry we're not open yet.
01:16:39It's okay.
01:16:40I can wait.
01:16:41Johnny.
01:16:44You should have told us you were coming.
01:16:46Oh, I didn't even know myself.
01:16:47I just started driving and ended up here.
01:16:50Isn't it funny how that happens sometimes?
01:16:52I don't know.
01:16:53Funny is the word I'd use.
01:16:55I had a feeling you'd find your way back here.
01:16:57You did?
01:16:58Call it a mother's intuition.
01:16:59I just hope I'm not too late.
01:17:02You know, in life, you may think you know the outcome, but really, it's all just one big surprise.
01:17:08I don't like surprises.
01:17:10I don't like surprises.
01:17:12I don't even know how he feels about me.
01:17:15I may have just made the biggest mistake of my life.
01:17:18Your job?
01:17:19I quit.
01:17:21I was at Stafford for ten years, and I barely saw the time pass me by.
01:17:26I don't want to look up and realize I'd lost another ten years.
01:17:30Well, what do you plan to do now?
01:17:32Well, actually, I have a plan to save your winery.
01:17:39I thought you said it would take some time to find a distributor.
01:17:42Well, normally it would.
01:17:43But I was staying at a high-end hotel and corporate resort when I first moved to the Bay Area.
01:17:48They have a small chain of select hotels worldwide.
01:17:51I spoke to the manager who put me in touch with one of the owners,
01:17:53and he was very receptive to my idea of carrying your wine exclusively.
01:17:58Really?
01:17:58Yes.
01:17:58So as of next year, they will be using and selling California oak wines in all of their resorts here and abroad.
01:18:06We have to go tell the guys.
01:18:08How is Andrea?
01:18:09Well, why don't you come ask him yourself?
01:18:12He's here?
01:18:13Yeah.
01:18:14He and Luke drove up for the weekend.
01:18:16Seems things are a little lonely, you know.
01:18:17I don't think he's going to see me.
01:18:19Oh, only one way to find that out.
01:18:23How about the bacon, mac, and cheese tonight?
01:18:26Lobster mac.
01:18:27What, do you think lobsters grow on trees?
01:18:30Dad, I think you can afford a lobster, too.
01:18:33I have a feeling we'll be able to afford more than that pretty soon.
01:18:40You came back.
01:18:47Dad, Johnny's back.
01:18:49Yeah, I see that, champ.
01:18:52Luke, why don't you and I go find Grandpa and tell him that Johnny's here for a visit?
01:18:55All right.
01:18:55I'll see you later, Johnny.
01:18:57You bet you will.
01:19:07You know, for some reason that escapes me, Luke has become very close to you.
01:19:12I don't want to see him hurt.
01:19:17Your family's very protective of each other.
01:19:26Why are you here?
01:19:27The night of the demonstration, Deborah told me that you turned down the opportunity to have your own television show.
01:19:40That's true.
01:19:41Because you wanted to spend more time with Luke.
01:19:47Yeah, that about sums it up.
01:19:48I never felt that until now.
01:20:04There's something I need to know.
01:20:10What's that?
01:20:10Do you...
01:20:12Did you miss me?
01:20:21Luke missed you very much.
01:20:30I'm in love with you, Andrew Browning.
01:20:31And I really missed you.
01:20:34A lot.
01:20:37Really?
01:20:39Really.
01:20:42Yes.
01:20:43I just need to know how you feel.
01:20:48All right.
01:20:49Johnny.
01:20:50Johnny.
01:20:50Johnny.
01:20:50Does that answer your question?
01:21:11What's all the ruckus about?
01:21:13Mm.
01:21:15Oh.
01:21:16Mm.
01:21:16Mm.
01:21:17Mm.
01:21:17Mm.
01:21:18Mm.
01:21:19Mm.
01:21:19Mm.
01:21:20Dad, does this mean you're getting married?
01:21:23Luke.
01:21:24Well, that's a good question, son.
01:21:32Well, does it?
01:21:36Are you asking?
01:21:40Yes, I am.
01:21:43Absolutely.
01:21:45Positively.
01:21:47So, does that mean yes?
01:21:49That's a Roger 10-4, Captain.
01:21:53All right.
01:21:53He's coming.
01:21:54He's coming from.
01:21:55He's coming from.
01:21:56He's coming from, who is this man?
01:22:00He's coming from.
01:22:00This man.
01:22:00He's coming from my show.
01:22:01Is this man's show?
01:22:03Today I'm going to look at the picture of the woman's character in the film of The Lãng Sì Chung.
01:22:09Please watch the video to look at how I'm going to look at it.
01:22:14First, I'm going to look at the top.
01:22:21The top is going to look at the top.
01:22:33The bottom is Yang0000, and now I'm going to look at the top are going to look at the top but I'm going to look at the top.
01:22:43So we've got a top ring and that's on the bottom is the top.
01:22:53This slide is the top.
01:22:56do you need to take a bag of jeans?
01:22:59let me take the bag of jeans
01:23:01what did you do?
01:23:02I'm cooking a bag of jeans
01:23:05it's gonna make the bag of jeans
01:23:07I aint to show all the jeans
01:23:10and leave the clothes
01:23:12so it's the bag of jeans
01:23:14you will have to do so
01:23:16let me stick it out
01:23:18when you get your hair
01:23:20I'll cut the bag of jeans
01:23:22let you do it
01:23:24alright
01:23:25Hey, I'm going to take a step back.
01:23:47Next, I'm going to take a step back to my eyes.
01:23:55Now I'm going to use the red color for the woman.
01:24:07If you can use the red color, you can use the red color.
01:24:25I said I'm not sure how to put my hand on the plate.
01:24:34I saw my hand on the side of the bag.
01:24:37I saw the hand on it.
01:24:40I saw the hand on my hand.
01:24:43I wish I could put with him.
01:24:48Finally I will make my feet
01:24:58The second one is my feet
01:25:00The second one is my feet
01:25:06The second one is my feet
01:25:09That's the picture of me has been done with my hair
01:25:26Thank you for watching this video
01:25:29See you in the next video
01:25:32See you in the next video
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