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Beyond the Gates - Season 2 - Episode 18: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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00:06You
00:07Hey, you're just getting home now all this time. I thought you were upstairs asleep in the guest room. I
00:12told you I'd be working late
00:14Late is one thing, but all night
00:17Yeah, you don't have to worry. I wasn't out there alone
00:27Oh, I better get a bigger cup
00:31Yeah, I pulled an all-nighter. I've pulled a few of those but not cuz I was protecting the streets
00:36more like protecting my stuff
00:38Glad guys like you were out there doing the good work
00:42Amen to that
00:44Hi, June. How are you? I'm good. I'll get you a cup of coffee. Thank you
00:49I know you can't share any details on the case. You're working. That's right. I can't
00:55But I'm being careful and I meant that
00:58Okay
01:00What's on your schedule for the rest of the day?
01:03Besides drowning in coffee?
01:05Well, I gotta meet pops and brief a moment on the case
01:09And hopefully some damn shut-eye after that. How about you?
01:13I am headed to the hospital to do research on preventative cancer treatments
01:19Why you tested negative for the variant?
01:35Did you sleep well my love hmm I slept like a rock as I had my soulmate wrapped in my
01:42arms now
01:43Why don't you go back to bed?
01:46Is there a reason you want me back in bed?
01:48No, I was planning to make you breakfast. A Southwest frittata guaranteed energy boost
01:55I know it's a little spicy-
01:56Vernon, you know what? You know what?
01:58Just forget it. Forget it. Why don't you just- why don't you just go someplace else?
02:02You know what?
02:04Now
02:37Morning, Mom. Thought you might need an extra jolt.
02:40Thank you, sweetie, but I am already in attack mode. This time your intuition is off.
02:45Hmm, you've got jokes this morning. Because what I saw last night wasn't funny at all.
02:51What did you see?
02:52You, at Uptown, hanging out of a dress and hanging on to a man that wasn't Carlton.
03:00Sable, for one, I am starving.
03:02Absolutely. Let me get that set for you.
03:04That's correct. Roses.
03:07Three dozen in total, two dozen to the first address, and the remainder to the second.
03:13And could you read back the message card on the first order for me?
03:18Mm-mm.
03:20Could you change the last line to,
03:23It's beautiful to know, surprise is still possible.
03:28Thank you. Thank you.
03:34Dana.
03:36Very impressive being two weeks ahead of schedule.
03:41I have no idea what you're talking about.
03:45Valentine's Day. You got those roses on lock.
03:47I love that you're making sure that Eva and I feel like queens.
03:58I remember when you sent me a dozen roses for the first time.
04:02It was right after we made love.
04:06I can't believe how vibrant, how luscious those roses were.
04:13Dana, I'm sorry, but the roses aren't for Eva or for you.
04:16Oh.
04:18Oh.
04:18Therefore, Shanice.
04:22So you are sleeping with Nurse Nosy.
04:27Our relationship has, uh, gone to the next level.
04:31Hmm.
04:32I guess Miss Nisi's bedside manner must be out of sight for her to get all that.
04:38I'm not going to discuss intimate details of my sex life with you, Dana.
04:43And don't you dare go after Shanice like you did yesterday.
04:46If you're committed to forging our friendship,
04:50then you're just going to have to accept that I'm dating her.
04:52Hmm?
04:54Wow.
04:55I'm happy for you, my friend,
04:59that you found someone who brings out the romantic in you.
05:03Hmm.
05:04I'm sure you'll find someone who makes you feel special.
05:10Oh, honey, please.
05:11Don't worry about little old me.
05:13I got that on lock.
05:16Yeah, see, I have to rent out a suite for all the flowers that man sends me.
05:20Hmm.
05:26I have that table set and ready for you.
05:28Cancel that table.
05:30I have a sudden urge for a dish best served hot.
05:37Hello, Shanice.
05:39What is new in your world?
05:42Where should I start?
05:44It seems like you and Ted were in a groove at the club the other night.
05:48Yeah.
05:49We kind of hit that place where it's just deep and easy.
05:52I couldn't help noticing you and Nicole didn't stay long.
05:55Well, was there something wrong with the food?
05:58Uh, no.
06:00No.
06:00We skipped dinner and decided to have dessert.
06:05Did you now?
06:07Fantastic.
06:09Did you intend to have dessert?
06:12We did.
06:14Hmm.
06:15Sounds like we're satisfied all around.
06:18Some of us are very satisfied.
06:23I didn't see you at Uptown Cat.
06:26Maybe because you were laser focused on sexy doctor of the traveling pants.
06:31Don't be rude.
06:32I checked out his socials.
06:33Social media isn't the only way to get to know someone.
06:36Maybe, but you completely switched up your look for his hotness.
06:40Tomas and I had front row seats to the launch.
06:44Tell me, what would you call that dress?
06:48Hoshik?
06:50Dr. Dupree, tell us.
06:53Who were you barely wearing?
06:56Why are you grilling me about changing my hair and wearing a nice dress?
07:01Why can't I mix things up?
07:03Ted looks like a completely different person since our marriage blew up.
07:07I thought you were with Carlton.
07:08Well, maybe new fits aren't the only thing I'm trying on.
07:11Oh, Mom, I do not need to know about your sex life.
07:15How far back do your shameful feelings about sex go?
07:18It is completely normal to be creeped out talking about your parents' sex lives.
07:23Well, I am not going to put my new wardrobe in the back of the closet because it embarrasses you.
07:28Nor am I going to allow my daughter to sex-shame me.
07:32After all, how do you think you got here?
07:34Uh-uh.
07:35Enjoy your coffee.
07:42Why don't I go into the library if you need some space?
07:46Better yet, how about leaving the house altogether?
07:49I'm worried about you collapsing again.
07:52I have had enough water.
07:54And if you voice any more concerns or questions, I-
07:57I get it.
07:58I get it.
07:59I've been hovering.
08:01Like a starving mosquito.
08:04Sweetheart, I appreciate your support.
08:06But I really need some alone time.
08:08And so do you.
08:09Why would I need alone time?
08:11To think about something other than me.
08:14For example, Banneker's semester has already started.
08:19You'll usually have several lectures already booked.
08:23But have you given any?
08:26No, my love, I haven't.
08:28You see, I don't want you putting your life on hold because of me.
08:32I'd rather hear about the latest political thriller you've just read
08:36and how the author got it all wrong
08:38rather than some cancer research from a website.
08:44All I'm saying is
08:47I just want to forget about cancer for a few hours, if possible.
08:52You know I'd do anything for you.
08:57Including leave your side.
09:02Temporarily.
09:10Who were you out with all night?
09:14I'm working with someone on the story I'm chasing.
09:17I understand journalistic integrity.
09:20But does this story involve anyone I work with on Capitol Hill or in my district?
09:25Because if it does, it could affect my campaign.
09:28And I need to give Shonda a heads up.
09:30I'm just speculating, but if I do my job right, this could end up benefiting your campaign.
09:37How?
09:38Oh, never mind.
09:39I won't dig.
09:40That's your job.
09:41And you're damn good at it.
09:43Thank you, husband.
09:45This story, it deserves to see the light of day.
09:50Promise me you'll be safe.
09:53I promise you that I won't take any unnecessary risks.
09:58That's not the same thing.
10:04Pops is around the corner.
10:06Then I'll head out, let you men get down to business.
10:09Wait, you never say why you're doing research.
10:11Oh, it's not important right now.
10:13I don't want to be the thing that takes your head out of this gig.
10:16Naomi, it's cool.
10:17Just talk to me.
10:19Well, I'm gathering information to help my mom make an informed decision about her options.
10:25Danny's lucky to have a daughter who always thinks about what's best for her.
10:28It's what families do, right?
10:29It's what the good ones do.
10:31Bye, baby.
10:32Bye.
10:35Bye.
10:36Bye.
10:37Bye.
10:38Bye.
10:38Bye.
10:39Bye.
10:39Bye.
10:42Is everything okay with Naomi?
10:45Yeah.
10:45Why do you ask?
10:46I don't know.
10:47She's usually pretty talkative with me.
10:50Social, you know?
10:52But today she wasn't.
10:55Don't take it personally.
10:56She has a lot on her mind.
10:58Mm.
10:58Uh, coffee?
11:00Thanks.
11:01Oh, my God.
11:04So how did last night go?
11:06Doing good.
11:07Got some intel from my source.
11:09Who is?
11:10A courier.
11:11I was able to make contact with this point person.
11:13His boss.
11:14Name?
11:15Wren.
11:16No street name?
11:19What do you know?
11:21I got a tip that someone named the Impaler is running this.
11:27And you didn't read me in?
11:29Verify.
11:30Listen, if you get intro to that guy, don't flinch.
11:34Or hesitate or act like you're meeting a suspect.
11:36You got it?
11:37Breaking character even slightly could be fatal.
11:40Okay.
11:42Hey, me should pull you out now.
11:44When I've barely gotten started?
11:46Barely is correct.
11:47Why do I know who's calling the shots and you don't?
11:49All the hours you put in this and you got jack.
11:51I'm inside the organization.
11:54This is blood trafficking.
11:55You think they're gonna talk about who's in charge of someone they just met?
11:58No, you're moving too slow.
11:59This red marking ring needs to be shut down, not just push further underground.
12:04Which is exactly why I have to take my time.
12:07This isn't a march, it's a dance.
12:09You better get to stepping, Twiggletoes.
12:12This department doesn't have unlimited time or resources.
12:15I'm aware.
12:17Now how about you tell me the real reason why you're leaning on me like this?
12:26Oh, I cannot believe we've gotten through the first quarter of the 21st century and no one has figured out
12:32how to solve noise pollution.
12:34Oh, I have.
12:36Then what's all that racket?
12:38Just give it a moment.
12:39See, when it starts, I have Rowena take over a basket of food and the crew takes a much longer
12:45break.
12:48There.
12:49Works like a charm.
12:51But you're very amped up this morning.
12:55Not a kiss, not a hug, and I know we're protecting my immune system, but not even a hello, Gran.
13:02Are you all right, Catherine?
13:04Hello, my beautiful Gran, whom I love and adore.
13:07That's much better.
13:09Now, this agitation has been brought on by...
13:12Mom, you have got to do something about her.
13:15She's not acting like herself.
13:16In what way?
13:17She's got completely new drip.
13:20Clothes and her hair.
13:22It's like she's trying to be sexy.
13:24Well, that's a good thing, isn't it?
13:25She's going out with a different man every night.
13:29I mean, do you know why she's acting all video vixen?
13:32Well, if I were to speculate, I'd say my diagnosis and the ripple effect of all the testing might have
13:40something to do with it.
13:43But other members of this family are acting out of character.
13:46Your grandfather, for example, is being so solicitous I could slap him upside the head.
13:53Who else has been acting out of character?
13:56You.
13:59Now, I appreciate that you're not all up in arms about your half-sister today, but not a word about
14:06Tomas.
14:08And for a new business, Chelsea Cat is doing extremely well.
14:12You should be leading with that every chance you get.
14:14But you're focused on your mother?
14:16Is that weird?
14:20Okay.
14:21Maybe that is unlike me.
14:23But she's not acting like herself, and I'm worried.
14:27Your mother has always been and always will be level-headed.
14:32It's just who she is.
14:33But that doesn't preclude her from wanting to have a little fun every now and then.
14:38I mean, you wouldn't begrudge her that, would you?
14:47Hey, Shanice, I was wondering if I could get your expert opinion on something.
14:52Uh, yes, I have been dying to get into the expert witness biz.
14:55I heard they make bank.
14:56Okay, I will keep that in mind for future cases, but this is actually, um, personal.
15:03Oh, then shoot.
15:04Well, I've been exploring some options for my mom since she tested positive for the BRCA gene variant,
15:10she may want to take some preventative measures,
15:12and the genetic counselor gave me a list of specialists.
15:15Oh, yeah? What kind?
15:16Um, oncology, plastic surgery, nutrition, and some others,
15:22but I haven't gotten a chance to look at it too closely.
15:24I was wondering if you could give me your take on some of these doctors?
15:29Looking pretty fine there, Leslie.
15:31You can't be sick.
15:33Well, you are looking fine yourself.
15:35The woman in your life must have excellent taste.
15:38She does.
15:40Isn't your mother on a different floor now?
15:42She is, but a couple of her doctors have offices on this ward.
15:47Why are you here?
15:49Work.
15:50I had a question of witness, but I'm about to go have a late breakfast.
15:55You want to join me?
15:55Do you know what?
15:56I'd love to join you for what?
16:09Oh, shoot.
16:11I, uh, I need to track down, uh, Peaches' doctor again.
16:15I forgot to ask him something, so go ahead.
16:18Enjoy breakfast, and I'll call you later.
16:21Later.
16:23Robin responds from 715.
16:26Those roses are gorgeous.
16:29So which lucky patient gets them?
16:32They're for, uh, Shanice Johnson.
16:45Not now.
16:46Carlton, hello.
16:49I'm not too busy.
16:50For you, I don't think so.
16:52I was wondering if you were free for dinner tonight.
16:55I feel like I owe you a feast since we didn't eat much on our last date.
16:59I didn't mind missing a meal at the club, especially for such a delectable reason.
17:03It was a real picnic for me.
17:07I would love to have a meal with you tonight.
17:10Hmm.
17:11Wonderful.
17:13Also, I have another ask.
17:16What's that?
17:18My niece's birthday is coming up, and my parents have decided to make it a destination party, March 6th to
17:238th.
17:24Interested in being my date?
17:26I'm just, I'm not ready for a commitment like that yet.
17:30I hope you're not upset.
17:31Why would I be?
17:33And now that you mention it, that did come across a little overeager.
17:38I wouldn't put it like that.
17:39You're being kind.
17:40And just so you know, I'm not pushing things.
17:43Since you're a planner, I wanted to give you enough notice just in case it was a yes.
17:48Well, you are on my calendar for tonight, and I certainly hope to add more dates.
17:54But right now, I would prefer to go day-to-day, not month-to-month.
17:58I can be down with that.
17:59I'll text you details for tonight.
18:01I'm looking forward.
18:32Oh, Gran.
18:34Maybe she's just making up for lost time.
18:37And if so, I, for one, am happy that she is tapping into that side of herself that she has
18:43pushed aside for so long.
18:46Well, I guess you're right.
18:47I understand your concern.
18:50So if it will put your mind at ease, I will touch base.
18:54Talk some sense into her, will you?
18:56Yes, I will.
18:57Thanks, Gran.
18:59Thanks, Gran.
18:59I gotta go.
19:03Bye.
19:14Hi, darling.
19:16I'm fine.
19:17I'm fine.
19:19I need to have a serious discussion with you.
19:22I waited for the right time to meet the perfect man and build a family.
19:27I am not going to do anything to jeopardize that.
19:31I'm glad to hear it.
19:33Because there's no story worth more than what we have here at home.
19:44It's Granddad.
19:46He wants to talk about the campaign, but I can meet him later.
19:49I'm really tempted, but truth is, I'm wiped.
19:54You should go.
19:56Okay.
20:24Granddad, I was so glad to get your text.
20:27I need to talk strategy about my campaign.
20:30Good, good.
20:31Just let me know if I'm too eager.
20:35Never.
20:36I was talking to Shonda, and you would be pleased to know she's on board about me going door to
20:42door.
20:43Real face time with constituents can make a world of difference at the polls.
20:49I'm glad she's guiding you in that way.
20:53Your mouth is saying words, but your body language is saying something different.
20:58Oh, no, no, no, no.
21:00I'm listening.
21:01Go on.
21:04I remember that one speech you were giving at Fairmont Crest Garden Club a few years back.
21:11You gave it your all, but I could tell something was on your mind.
21:15And then when I called you out, you confessed that you were preoccupied because Grand was coming back from a
21:22trip, and you wanted to see her.
21:25So tell me now, what are you thinking?
21:29You're very perceptive.
21:31I am.
21:32And if Grand's diagnosis and treatment is weighing on you, lay it on me.
21:42She kicked me out of the house.
21:47I remember the day Ted bought me roses and sent them to me.
21:53That date is etched in my mind after all these years because it was the day after we...
22:00Oh, my goodness.
22:03Ooh, flashback.
22:06Ooh, girl, I almost forgot where I was.
22:08Hey, Nisi.
22:10Psst.
22:11Hey.
22:12Maybe you should put one of those roses in a scrapbook to preserve the memory.
22:18Lord knows, honey, I have a whole cabinet full.
22:24Au revoir.
22:27Dr. Banks, too bad.
22:29More than a single.
22:35Oh, I love the flowers.
22:36They are gorgeous.
22:39I remember when Ted sent me a single red rose after...
22:43Well, milestone in our relationship.
22:46Whoever received these must be very special to the sender.
22:49Mm-hmm.
22:50Oh, God.
22:51Oh, God.
22:52Oh, God.
22:53Oh, God.
22:58You know, son...
22:59Detective.
23:00Detective.
23:02You're way too cocky for a detective working his first undercover case.
23:07I'm not cocky.
23:08I'm confident.
23:09Look, I put in the work.
23:11I spent years in the department helping the U.S. Attorney's Office put away plenty of criminals.
23:16Cops, detectives, lawyers, they all respect me.
23:19They say I play it straight.
23:20Yeah.
23:21You were a good beat cop.
23:22But having success on the street doesn't automatically make you a great detective.
23:28You know, when you have nothing else to prove to me or anyone else, that's when you'll be great.
23:36Ah, well, if it isn't my favorite customer.
23:40Oh, you'd probably say that to all the sellers.
23:43Only the nice ones.
23:44Ah.
23:45Let me guess, peach cobbler to go?
23:47You know me too well.
23:48Mm-hmm.
23:48Mm-hmm.
23:52Hey, sweetheart.
23:54Thank you for keeping Shanice company last night when I had to leave.
23:58No worries.
23:58I like Shanice.
24:00She has good energy.
24:01She does.
24:02And bonus, she's not Leslie.
24:05Mm-hmm.
24:07I'm looking forward to getting to know her better.
24:09That makes me happy.
24:10Although I do wish you felt that way about all the women in my life.
24:15Really, Dad?
24:16You're going to ruin this moment with Eva?
24:18No.
24:19I don't want to argue.
24:22Here you go.
24:23Ah.
24:25Mm-hmm.
24:26You keep the change.
24:28Mm-hmm.
24:29And I will see you later, Kat.
24:30Mm-hmm.
24:31Mm-hmm.
24:31Bye.
24:34Sit anywhere you like, honey.
24:35Mm-hmm.
24:36Mm-hmm.
24:36Mm-hmm.
24:39Mm-hmm.
24:45All right.
24:46Ready to order?
24:48Is there a time machine on the menu?
24:50Because I'd love to hit a switch and stop my family from letting the cuckoo out of the clock.
24:56You want to talk about it?
25:01My dad keeps pushing his devil spawn on me, even though he knows I don't want her in my business
25:06and certainly not using my family's medical crisis as a way in.
25:11And on top of that, I don't like how my mother is parading around the DMV in her bad girl
25:17couture
25:17with a different man every night.
25:19Mm.
25:20That is a lot.
25:22Right?
25:22A lot of eyes.
25:25Maybe the problem is you.
25:30How can I not have anything to prove when I basically had to beg you to go undercover
25:34on a case that I brought you?
25:37I'm starting to think Isaiah's right.
25:39You'll never approve of anything your sons do.
25:43I'll take care of the check.
25:45And don't worry, I won't put it on my expense account.
25:57Mistake track till you're yet?
25:59You deposit a payoff today?
26:05Why is hot shot Hawthorne so twisted?
26:09His red market sting not going so well.
26:12I'm reconsidering my decision to assign my son this case.
26:20I got a tip that a guy named the Impaler is heading up this whole operation.
26:26You got a tip.
26:27And not Jacob.
26:30The one that's so wound up.
26:32What else have you heard?
26:34Did this guy have a reputation for striking first and thinking last?
26:39Damn, I wish he would have took the lead on this one.
26:43Well, it makes you feel any better.
26:45Word around the station is, Jacob's up for the challenge.
26:50Yep, and I'll do you a solid.
26:52If it's okay with the kid.
26:53Do some investigating and push this thing along?
26:55And run the risk of him blowing his cover?
26:58No way.
26:59Then what are you offering?
27:00I'll keep my ears open.
27:02If I hear anything about this red market or this Impaler, I'll pass it on to the kids.
27:09I appreciate that.
27:10Now you won't be around much longer to mentor the young guns.
27:14Yeah, Joey willing.
27:16I'll be on the Sheila sailing out to the sunset as soon as I'm able.
27:21Sorry I had to drop a truth bomb and dip.
27:24Uh, did you, did you happen to hear what those cops were talking about?
27:29Who cares?
27:30They're cops.
27:31I want to tell you a story about family.
27:34Is that okay?
27:36Sure.
27:37Your parents are always going to be in your business and trying to tell you to do things that you
27:41don't want to do.
27:43Suck it up.
27:44Move on.
27:45Because you never know when the big man is dialing their numbers.
27:52Now sisters are a whole other category all to themselves.
27:58My sister Regina resenting me something awful for abandoning my kids.
28:04We didn't talk or see each other for years.
28:08But when we reconnected and she eventually said that I did the right thing, it was like a weight was
28:15lifted off of my heart.
28:17Push come to shove, Regina will be there for me and I will be there for her too.
28:23Now I know you hate it that your sister is trying to be a part of your life.
28:28But there may come a day where you may need her.
28:32Don't you slam that door so hard that you can't never open it again.
28:37The biscuits are on me today.
28:51Hi honey.
28:52How'd the debriefing go?
28:54It could have been better.
28:55What happened?
28:57I was pretty pumped about the progress I've made.
29:00But Pops made sure to put me in my place.
29:02It's like I'm in this endless loop of having to prove myself.
29:05Every day I have to show him that I have the skills to do my job.
29:08You must feel horrible.
29:10I'm sorry you have to go through that.
29:12Yeah, but I'm down there too.
29:14I'm at the club now about to get in a quick workout and sweat it out.
29:17Jacob, come on, you need to rest.
29:20No, I need to stay awake and ready.
29:23To reassume the undercover persona.
29:26Are you going to be working overnight again?
29:28Uh, I'm not sure.
29:30Look, how's your fact-finding mission going?
29:32Good.
29:33Yeah, I'm narrowing down the options.
29:38When that beautiful woman went down,
29:41the strongest woman I've ever known,
29:44I was stricken.
29:46Anybody would be, Grandad.
29:48I'm just glad that she's all right.
29:51I have to tell you,
29:52I thought she'd met her maker.
29:57And it was the worst pain I've felt in my life.
30:02If anything like that happened to Smitty, I...
30:06Wait, I still don't understand.
30:08Why did she kick you out of the house?
30:10I may have gone overboard with the cancer research.
30:15And as her caregiver.
30:18Well, you've always taken your various roles pretty seriously.
30:22Yes.
30:24But Anita's had enough.
30:27She needs time to herself.
30:29I know it's hard for you being away from Grand.
30:34But it's big of you to give her the space that she wants.
30:39Grandson, I want to be strong for her.
30:42Strong in front of her.
30:45But by God,
30:47He takes a toll.
30:49And if any time you need to talk,
30:52cry,
30:53or just ball your fist up at God,
30:57come to me.
30:59Because you have always been my rock
31:01throughout the years.
31:03Let me spot you this time.
31:11Mother, I'm here.
31:14Oh.
31:16I have to admit,
31:17I was looking forward to seeing a less tame version of you.
31:20If memory serves,
31:21you have worn quite a few outfits that caused a stir.
31:25That beaded crop top with the matching capri pants you want solid gold comes to mind.
31:30It's in the archives if you'd like to borrow it.
31:33I will keep that in mind.
31:34But seriously, Mother,
31:35there is nothing to be concerned about.
31:36I'm just trying new looks,
31:38shaking things up.
31:39It is not like I had a personality transplant.
31:41I see nothing wrong with you exploring your wild side,
31:45as long as you get it out of your system sooner rather than later.
31:48Why is that?
31:50Because I need you focused and ready
31:52to step in as the matriarch of this family,
31:55if the worst should happen.
32:03The C-note is yours, honey.
32:06Thanks for helping a sister out.
32:08Ciao.
32:17Gossip nurse may be your new drug,
32:20but
32:22I'm the medicine that's been in your bloodstream for years.
32:40Well, you know what they say about adding a new medication to your routine.
32:51If you find yourself experiencing unpleasant symptoms,
32:55stop taking it.
32:59And when you come back to me, Teddy Boo,
33:04all Nurse Niecy will have is dead roses.
33:09Dr. Tabor, you have radiology lining.
33:12Peach Cobbler?
33:13Our favorite.
33:15Is Cobbler something you do for all your boos?
33:18What do you mean?
33:20Like you do roses.
33:22I heard from Leslie,
33:23then overheard from Nicole.
33:25You know that roses is your signature move after hitting the sheets for the first time.
33:30I...
33:32I...
33:32It's...
33:32So sweaty.
33:34I like the flowers.
33:36And I'm flattered that I got the most.
33:38I would give you a kiss for every single rose,
33:42but, you know, workplace rules and all that.
33:44Plus, there are some major gossips up in here.
33:46Hmm.
33:47Game recognizes game.
33:49What are you doing after your shift?
33:52I could, um, take you out of here.
33:56You can give me all the kisses you want.
33:59Hmm.
34:01I think I'm free tonight.
34:03Yeah?
34:04All night.
34:06Hmm.
34:07I'm glad you caught me before my workout.
34:10You look as tired as I feel.
34:12I tried to take a nap, but I couldn't turn my brain off.
34:15It's the element of any good investigator.
34:17I got some new information from my pops.
34:20But you first.
34:20What'd you have to tell me?
34:21So, I was around the corner when you met with the courier and his boss,
34:25and I heard them talking, and it was something the boss said.
34:27Wait a minute, wait, wait, wait, wait.
34:29What?
34:29How could you be so reckless?
34:31Smitty, I told you to wait in the car and be a lookout,
34:34away from any conversations.
34:36I couldn't help myself.
34:37I just wanted to be close to the action.
34:38You can't skulk around in the dark
34:40while I'm trying to get in with the syndicate.
34:42What if you blew my cover?
34:43Then what?
34:44All of this would have been for nothing.
35:04I can't believe you let me go on about clothes
35:06when you're dealing with the aftermath of a medical emergency.
35:09Well, I feel fine now.
35:11Thanks to Ted.
35:12Indeed.
35:13He got me back on my feet and feeling like myself again.
35:16So, why the doom and gloom about something that isn't going to happen?
35:20I don't want to hear magical thinking.
35:23You kids do way too much of that when it comes to me.
35:27No one lives forever.
35:28We need to be realistic.
35:31That's why I sent your daddy away from the house for a while.
35:34I can't make plans for the family's future without upsetting him.
35:38I am putting together a binder with all of the information
35:42so it'll be an easy transition.
35:44I want to leave you something you can hold in your hands.
35:47My own words, written in my own handwriting.
35:51It is so incredibly thoughtful.
35:55So you'll do what's necessary?
35:58Yes, but only if it becomes necessary.
36:02We're not there yet, and we may not be.
36:06You have made me so very, very proud.
36:09I wish I could hug you.
36:13Hug me.
36:14I'm sorry.
36:24I think we've been terrible.
36:34We've been sad even if we've ever had your gosh.
36:38I'm thinking I have to leave you at the end of the week.
36:38I'm thinking you can hold me.
36:42I'm thinking no one will leave me.
36:43No wonder, it's hard to get Christmas.
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