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"The Gentleman" is the fourth episode of "Vindication," starring Todd Terry, Venus Monique, and Ashley Bratcher. The story takes a sophisticated turn as a charismatic figure enters the scene, bringing secrets and danger. Alliances are tested, and characters must navigate treacherous waters.
The episode promises to deliver intrigue, complex character dynamics, and suspenseful plot twists, keeping viewers engaged in the unfolding drama.
The episode promises to deliver intrigue, complex character dynamics, and suspenseful plot twists, keeping viewers engaged in the unfolding drama.
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00:00But the more I preach it, the more I know it's the truth, and the more I bless it in my personal life, the more that I know it's the truth!
00:12Well, come home safe.
00:15Come home safe.
00:18For you and I to ignite and sustain, for the distance, our spiritual passion, the first thing we need to taste,
00:28we need to experience deeply our personal recovery.
00:39Our personal acceptance.
00:43We're ready for a second.
00:46I spent money.
00:48I'm surprised to be good.
00:50That's the best word.
00:53We are calling you the train.
00:55Are we ready?
00:56Are we ready?
00:57Are we ready for a second?
00:59Ask your questions.
01:00How long is it here?
01:02Just a big one thing.
01:03Just a big one thing.
01:06How long is it doing?
01:07She said she left her.
01:08She died.
01:09Arrested by.
01:11That's why she died.
01:13I'm sorry.
01:14You know, I don't think they're going to argue over titles of,
01:21Now, what are you?
01:22Am I a saint who sins?
01:24Or am I a sinner?
01:29How long are they spending that issue?
01:34But what I want to say to you just for a break is this,
01:36Do you know?
01:37I'm not indwelling sin.
01:39Survive.
01:40Even when you make Jesus,
01:41it is going to work out for the rest of your life.
01:43Do you believe me?
01:47You're a saint who sins.
01:49There's enough indwelling sin.
01:52There's enough imprimony.
01:54The Lord can us as believers.
01:57Post-cross.
02:00Post-resurrection.
02:01Post-pentecost.
02:11This is a waste of time.
02:13The chief doesn't think so.
02:16There's several influential people who live here.
02:19Apparently it's in the department's best interest for us to be here.
02:22Get on up there.
02:23Excuse me, I think we can get started now.
02:33My understanding is that there is a concern for safety in the neighborhood,
02:36and we're here to talk about that, help out in any way we can.
02:40Sir, it's not about safety.
02:42It's about one problem.
02:44One person.
02:46We don't feel comfortable having our children play outside,
02:49in our own neighborhood.
02:50We've sent multiple complaints to the city, and they do nothing,
02:54and we're sick of the inaction.
02:56Something ugly is going to happen if you guys don't start listening to us.
02:59We have not read any of these complaints, but let's step back here for a minute.
03:04My understanding is the concern is regarding a gentleman in your neighborhood.
03:08He's not a gentleman. He's a perfect.
03:11Tell him what happened, sweetie.
03:13Stand up. Yeah. Just tell him what happened.
03:15So, like, two weeks ago, I woke up in the middle of the night.
03:26And I saw this light flashing back and forth in my room.
03:31Maybe five or six times.
03:33He was standing there, outside my window, and it was really scary.
03:45And weird.
03:50I woke up my parents, but when they came to look, he was gone.
03:55He's lucky I didn't find him out there.
03:57Well, the same thing happened to Sarah.
04:00She came into my room bawling about flashing lights on her wall.
04:03What he did to my daughter in the park was awful.
04:06Tell them.
04:08I was so scared.
04:10I was out for a jog, and I needed to fix my shoe.
04:14There was only one bench, and he was on it.
04:17So I sat down as far away from him as I could.
04:22He started saying these really gross things to me.
04:25And all I wanted was for him to leave me alone.
04:33Forgive me for having to ask, but did he touch you inappropriately?
04:41No, but he was, like, really close.
04:44Is that not enough to arrest him?
04:47Anybody else see this?
04:49I'm not sure.
04:52How old are you?
04:54Nineteen.
04:56I mean, nineteen, that's gonna be tough.
04:58You know, maybe disorderly.
05:00But do we have to stand by and wait for something serious to happen?
05:05No, no. We're on top of it.
05:07It may take some time, but we'll talk to the man, and then we'll get back to you.
05:11Well, you need to do something. Or we will.
05:13Yeah.
05:14Yeah.
05:15Right.
05:16Yeah.
05:17We'll get back to you.
05:18We'll get back to you.
05:19We'll get back to you.
05:20We'll get back to you.
05:21Traus.
05:23I have something for you real quick.
05:25What's up?
05:27I have a new DT coming in this week.
05:29I'm the Chief's Mentor Initiative.
05:31I'm assigning them to you.
05:33Come on, Bill.
05:35What about Hernandez?
05:37Hernandez is about to transfer.
05:39This would be a good setup.
05:40Take a little bit off your plate, lighten your load a little bit.
05:42Look, I like the pace I'm working at, and I'm not a babysitter, you know that.
05:48Decision's been made.
05:51I swear if this guy calls me an old fart or an old man, I will put him down.
05:55You're gonna be fine.
05:56The name is Chris Tanner.
05:58I'm serious.
05:59You're gonna thank me.
06:00It's gonna be nice to have some youthful energy around you.
06:03You better warn him.
06:06I'm not kidding.
06:07Good night.
06:12Good night.
06:42and the transformation of the remaining
06:45has a great job.
06:46It's very hard to get through and
06:49get the love of it.
06:51We have a great job.
06:54It is been a great job,
06:55so we would like to get a job.
07:03It's about 5 years.
07:05I'm so very happy.
07:06I'm so pumped to see what's going on here.
07:09I'm going to go once because I can't use
08:11What are you doing?
08:27What does it look like I'm doing?
08:29I need to make sure she's clean.
08:31This isn't going to build any trust in her.
08:34You can't start.
08:36Not this time.
08:39As long as she's living in this house, she's going to abide by her rules.
08:43She's got to be making progress.
08:45She's got to be doing something positive.
08:47Let's just give her time.
08:49There is no time.
08:50She can leave at any moment.
08:51She just goes off.
08:53You want to wait for that?
08:54Are you going to ask her if she's still using?
08:59I don't think she is.
09:01You don't think?
09:03Just be patient.
09:06She's home.
09:08She's with us.
09:08It's a good thing.
09:09Okay.
09:18Okay.
09:21Hey, I need a favor.
09:43Sure, what's up?
09:49Did you run that?
09:55It's not tagged.
09:57It's not evidence.
10:00Then what is it?
10:01It's a favor.
10:09So, where am I supposed to file it after I...
10:12You don't.
10:12Put it in the trash.
10:14Bring me the analysis.
10:16Thanks, buddy.
10:19But...
10:20Detective Travis?
10:35Yes?
10:36Hi.
10:37I'm Chris.
10:38Well, it's Christy, but I go by Chris.
10:40But you can call me either.
10:42Um, Sergeant Tomlinson said to come find you in here.
10:46I'm your new trainee.
10:50You're Chris Tanner?
10:53Yes, sir.
10:54And let me say, sir, that it's an honor to have the opportunity to train with somebody
10:58so seasoned and experienced in our line of work.
11:03Seasoned?
11:05Well, I'm sure I'm not as seasoned and aged as some may think.
11:14I completely understand.
11:17Just know that I'm here to do whatever I can to assist you.
11:20Anything to make your life easier.
11:23Anything.
11:24So, do not hold back.
11:26No, don't worry.
11:27I won't hold back.
11:31Perfect.
11:33I'll go get my things and get settled.
11:36So great to meet you.
11:38Definitely.
11:38Definitely.
11:38You knew about this, didn't you?
11:51Seasoned.
11:53What am I, a steak?
11:54How's your spaghetti?
12:15He wants me to quit or retire.
12:17That's the only explanation.
12:18That is silly.
12:22You know, he is afraid that I will take his job.
12:25That's what it is.
12:26Maybe I should just quit.
12:27I don't see why it matters that she's a girl.
12:31It doesn't.
12:33I mean, it shouldn't.
12:34It's just, it's just unusual in my profession.
12:39Sounds kind of sexist, if you ask me.
12:42I am not sexist.
12:48It's just going to be different.
12:50I think it's going to be good for you.
12:52And good for the city, too.
12:54I mean, maybe she can teach you guys some things.
12:59Such as?
13:00Such as?
13:01How to use your intuition instead of your intellect.
13:05Women are great with intuition.
13:10I agree with mom on this one.
13:16That's just stupid.
13:35What do you want me to do once you...
13:51Nothing.
13:52I'll tell you.
13:57Hi.
13:58Can I help you?
13:59Afternoon, ma'am.
14:00I'm Detective Travis with East Bank PD.
14:01This is Chris T.
14:04Hoping I could ask you a couple of questions.
14:07Yes, sir.
14:07Is everything okay?
14:08It's about your neighbor across the street.
14:10Mr. Phelps?
14:11Billy.
14:12Yeah.
14:13You know him well.
14:14My husband and I talk to him quite often.
14:17Is he in trouble?
14:18There have been some concerns from the neighborhood about his behavior.
14:22I'm just here on a wellness check and find out exactly what's going on.
14:27Okay.
14:28Wow.
14:28Billy is different, obviously.
14:31But I'm blessed every time that I get to talk to him.
14:35I bet he's home right now.
14:36If you want, we could go over and...
14:37Well, I tried his door yesterday.
14:39He didn't answer.
14:40What was your name?
14:42Marissa.
14:49Marissa.
14:50What's your last name?
14:51Turner.
14:53What else do you know about him?
14:54Well, I can tell you that on Monday, some teenagers came through the neighborhood knocking over trash cans, but most of the neighbors never noticed because Billy went up and down the street picking up people's trash.
15:09Sounds like a nice guy.
15:12What about his personal life?
15:13Do you know anything about that?
15:14Does he live with anyone?
15:15Does he live with anyone?
15:19Do you know anything about that?
15:20Does he live with anyone?
15:22Do you know anything about that?
15:23Does he live with anyone?
15:24Hey, babe.
15:46It's me.
15:47I locked my keys in my car again, and my phone.
15:52So just call this number back when you get the message, please.
15:56I love you.
15:57Okay, thanks. Bye.
16:08I brought you two.
16:10My favorite is the cola, but I don't know which your favorite is.
16:15Oh, I'm not picky, thanks.
16:18I have some more soda pops if you want me to make you another glass.
16:24No, no, no, that's not necessary, but thanks.
16:31We've lived nearby for so long, I'm glad to finally meet you.
16:37My husband and I haven't met many of the neighbors, really.
16:40I can put two napkins under your glasses for you.
16:45One is fine, thanks.
16:50You are my first neighbor friend I've made.
16:54I live here alone.
16:57It's a beautiful home.
17:01A beautiful woman in a beautiful home.
17:03I don't know about that, but you do a really wonderful job taking care of it.
17:13Yeah, my mom and dad moved away. This is my home now.
17:17They moved away and left you a house. Wow, that is really nice.
17:26Where'd they move to?
17:28They moved to heaven.
17:32Oh, I am so sorry.
17:34I'm going to move there too someday. Are you moving there?
17:40I plan on it.
17:43So, you believe in Jesus?
17:46Yes.
17:48And I read the Bible three times every day and I pray after each time.
17:54That's impressive. I wish I did that.
18:00And I love people. All people. Big and small.
18:06Me too. Or at least I try.
18:12Um, I can, I can get you some more napkins for under your glasses or, uh, another, some more soda pops.
18:25You've been a wonderful host. Thank you.
18:27I felt led to keep visiting him. So I did. And each time I learn more about how he sees the world and how big his heart is for other people.
18:42I see.
18:44Are you concerned about your personal safety? Being a woman alone in the home of a man that's, I'll use your words, different?
18:53You would think so. But my husband has spent a lot of time with Billy. We've had him for dinner.
18:59Um, and to be honest, Billy cares way too much about other people to ever harm anyone.
19:06It's debilitating how much he cares for other people.
19:09Debilitating. Hmm. How so?
19:12Well, okay, uh, like, one night our cat got out and Billy went out looking for her and he couldn't find her.
19:20So when the sun went down, he got a flashlight and he searched all night.
19:29Katie. Hide and go seek is over.
19:33We didn't even realize he had done it until our cat had already come home the next morning.
19:38Interesting. How long ago was that?
19:42Maybe a couple of weeks.
19:43What about the young women in the neighborhood? Did you ever talk about them?
19:51Uh, okay, uh, there was this incident at the park that he was trying to explain to us.
19:57I don't know. I just, like, never had to deal with insurance before and it's so annoying.
20:05Well, whatever you do, don't tell your dad because you know he's, like, crazy.
20:10Tell him about it.
20:11Hey. What?
20:12Have you ever talked to that guy?
20:14On the bench?
20:15Yeah.
20:17No? Why?
20:18He's so creepy.
20:19Every time he sees me, he asks if he can be my friend.
20:23Ew.
20:25He's never said a word to me.
20:27Maybe you're not his type.
20:30I'm every guy's type.
20:32Watch.
20:33Watch.
20:58Excuse me. Um, I am sorry, but could you help me with something?
21:03No, thank you.
21:04It's fine. I just, I think I have something that's scratching me, but it's under my shirt and I can't reach it, so I thought maybe you could check.
21:13No, thank you.
21:17Why won't you look at me?
21:19You know, it's actually, it's really rude not to look at someone when they're talking to you.
21:23I don't know who it was or why she was acting that way, but we didn't see him for days. It really bothered him.
21:38Any chance he made the story up? I mean, just to get attention? Something to talk about?
21:56There's no way. Later he told us that he found a picture of her so that he could put it on his prayer wall so that he would remember to pray for her every night.
22:07Well, Miss Turner, thank you for your time. I think we have enough.
22:22So Billy's not in trouble?
22:25No, I think it's just a misunderstanding. Have a great day.
22:29Oh, one more question. Yesterday I saw you delivering a bag to his door. What was in that?
22:38Papers for him to shred. The business owners at the church, they pay him to shred documents so that he has a job of sorts.
22:44Got it. Thank you.
22:55What are you thinking?
22:56I'm thinking he's not the problem.
23:14We're ready for you guys to come back now.
23:25Hi.
23:31Thank you. It's right through here.
23:37I got this one all right?
23:39Oh, I can relate to the daughter though. I'll get her to talk.
23:41I just want you to watch it on the monitor.
23:44But I thought you said that...
23:47We both know the tough guy's gonna be in this and I don't want him leturging you. Okay? No, that's it. That's it.
24:04Thank you for coming in today.
24:07There have been, um, some interesting new developments regarding the situation in your neighborhood.
24:13Do you lock him up?
24:16Because I can point him out in a lineup right now.
24:19And if you need to suppress charges, we're more than happy to do so. Whatever you need. Let's do it.
24:24Not exactly. But I am interested in the time he was outside your daughter's window.
24:27And what about it?
24:30You live in an affluent, gated community, Mr. Martin. And you happen to be the president of the homeowners association.
24:41It's a great community. And yes, I run our H.O.
24:45But Mr. Billy Phelps doesn't fit into that community, does he? Doesn't conform.
24:52What does that have to do with him being outside my daughter's window?
24:55Well, you know, I looked into that just like you asked. Interviewed the neighbors, even the gentleman himself.
24:59And it turns out that all the accusations against him have gone away. Every one of them.
25:05Except the one right here.
25:11Are you insinuating my daughter fabricated her story?
25:15You know, maybe we need to get our attorney in here before this goes any further.
25:19Maybe you should. I can get the phone for you.
25:21And why don't you ask your attorney about discrimination laws while you're at it?
25:24I mean, you are the president of the H.O.A. after all.
25:28Dad, please.
25:39Fine. Leave the guy alone. Let him stay. We're leaving.
25:46Don't say we didn't warn you.
25:50I'm sorry.
25:54Hey, detective. The results came back with the sample that you gave me.
26:13Why did you have me run an analysis on sand, lint, and acesulfame potassium?
26:19What is that?
26:21That artificial sweetener.
26:24If we get where we're going, then where will we be?
26:37It's a fallacy
26:40To think we're living awfully
26:44We've got so much religion and low spirituality
26:48It's a melody
26:49Mmm, it's a melody
26:51It's a melody
26:52That keeps us from smiling joyfully
26:56Take a long breath in
27:00Breathe out, my friend
27:03Breathe out, my friend.
27:13Chariots and horses are not things in which we should trust.
27:19Let the genus tend to grow as things do rust.
27:26When those with different views get dismissed and cursed.
27:31Oh, respect's a must.
27:34Rain does not fall on just the unjust.
27:38Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
27:44Breathe out, my friend.
27:51Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
27:55Take a long, breathe in.
27:57Breathe out, breathe in.
28:00Breathe out, breathe out, breathe out again.
28:02Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
28:07Breathe out, breathe out, breathe out again.
28:09Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
28:10Breathe out, breathe out, breathe out again.
28:13Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
28:15Breathe out, breathe out, breathe out again.
28:18Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
28:21Breathe out, breathe out, breathe out again.
28:22Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
28:25Breathe out, breathe out, breathe out again.
28:27Take a long, take a long, breathe in.
28:29Amen.
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