04x14 - What I Cannot Change

[bunniefuu]

Previously on "Nashville"...

I'm gay.

I'm gonna have to drop you from the label.

Is this you we're listening to?

Did it all independently.

Really?

Let's hear it for the owner of The Beverly, Mr. Deacon Claybourne!

Juliette has to prove herself.

Okay. I agree to supervised visits.

Deacon: We are trying to help her, so why on Earth would she steal from us?

I needed the money.

Man: She pays to park her car in the lot.

What happened?

Reports of an altercation. That's all I know.

Juliette: Almost done.

You're so good.

There you go. Mama got you all clean.

All clean.

Yeah.

Aww. Sweet girl.

Good job.

Okeydoke.

Mm!

Okay, well, that's all the time we get today.

Ohh.

Okay.

Mama's got to say goodbye.

But I'll see you soon.

Thanks, Em.

Of course.

Appreciate it.

See you in a couple days, okay?

Okay.

Say, "Bye, Mama." Bye.

Bye-bye!

Mm.

How do you feel?

Sad to see her go.

But other than that, I feel really good.

Really good.

Different, but in a good way.

I'm glad to hear that.

Because I think you're ready to go home.

[Sighs] Me too.

[Exhales sharply]

Deacon: By now, I'm sure everybody's heard about Vita's disappearance.

[Inhales deeply]

It's, uh, unfortunate how everything played out for her here, but the police are on it.

Right now all we can do is just hope and pray that she's okay.

On a brighter note... as you have seen, that Riff Bell show put this place on the map quick.

Seems like everybody wants to play here now, which means this place is gonna be packed again, so I want to make sure everybody's...

[Door opens]

Hold on one second, guys.

Hey.

Hey.

What are you doing here?

I just came to grab my dad's sport coat.

I thought I saw it in his office.

Oh, all right. Everything all right?

'Cause, uh, he didn't show for the staff meeting.

Oh. He said he was taking the morning off.

It's his 15-year anniversary for being sober today.

[Chuckles] That's a big milestone, yeah.

You know, 15 years ago, I got my dad back.

Well, I got to run.

I'm going to be giving him a cake at the West-End meeting.

[Chuckles] That is very sweet.

You know, I'm surprised he didn't tell me about this.

I'm sure it just slipped his mind.

Hey. It's Vita. You know what to do.

[ Beep]

Hey, Vita. It's Rayna... again.

Um... please call me.

Let me know you're okay. Just reach out to me.

All right. Bye.

Ray, you have to stop.

What happened is not your fault.

There was nothing you could have done.

I just... I wish I could have helped her somehow.

And that detective does not return my phone calls.

Well, right now, we just need to let them do their jobs.

Are they doing their jobs?

I don't know, Ray, but we need to be doing ours.

This is a big day. We got to get our heads in the game.

I'm in it. I'm in it.

Are we all set for Layla's showcase? Looks good.

Every programmer that we invited confirmed, so we're covered for country radio.

Great. Did we hear from Lady A?

'Cause it'd be so great to tell these guys this afternoon that we've got Layla booked on a major tour.

I spoke to their people this morning.

They want to go with someone better known.

Well...

Yeah.

...it was worth a sh*t.

And I talked to Autumn Chase, and I said, "Hey, come on by this afternoon if you want to."

Layla would be a great fit for Autumn.

Wouldn't she, though?

Yeah.

Look, I really believe if we can get this album on the radio, we will change people's perception of Layla Grant.

[Sighs]

I swear I'm not usually this much of a basket case.

I just only have three songs to impress these people.

I just wanted to make sure I got the right mix.

You don't have to worry. You're gonna blow them away.

[Door opens]

Oh. Sorry. I didn't realize anyone was back here.

That's all right. We're all done.

Avery was just vetting my set list for my showcase today.

Oh, yeah, I heard about that.

Yeah. Knock 'em dead.

Thanks.

Have they scheduled The Exes' showcase yet?

No, we still got a bit of time before the album launches, but, uh, Bucky's got us playing a few shows here and there to tighten things up.

We're playing The Bluebird tonight, if you want to come.

Will's gonna be there.

Really?

Yeah.

What about you?

Yeah, me too.

Okay. Well, if everyone's going, sure. I'd love to.

Awesome.

Cool.

I guess I'll see you tonight, then.

All right.

Layla, good luck today.

Thanks.

♪ Happy birthday, dear Frankie ♪
♪ Happy birthday, dear Dad ♪
♪ Happy birthday to you ♪
♪ Keep coming back ♪

[Applause]

Thank you, all. Thanks.

It's been a while since I've been the subject of applause.

I've been feeling a little overshadowed lately, and... this is nice.

Anyway, I don't want to go on about it.

I'll just tell you how grateful I am to be here and to have my daughter by my side.

[Applause]

[Door opens]

Hey!

Hey.

Long time, Will.

Yeah. I appreciate you making the time to meet with me.

I know you're busy getting ready for your tour.

Oh, no, I'm happy to. Happy to.

So, uh, what can I do for you? Have a seat.

Well, after taking a little break from performing, I've decided to start making music again.

Glad to hear it.

Yeah, I'm gonna produce my own record as an independent artist.

You know what... that's as viable as any other platform these days.

It's come a long way from [chuckling] selling CDs from your trunk.

Yeah, sure has.

So, I was wondering if, um... if you might consider... taking the hold off those songs I wrote with Kevin so I could release them myself.

[Cellphone ringing]

You know what? I'm sorry, Will. I got to take this.

You mind stepping out for a second?

[Door opens]

Yeah. Sure.

Sorry. I won't be a minute.

Hey, son.

Hey, Dad.

How you doing? Nice to hear your voice.

Yeah. Listen, I need something from you.

I need you to sign a parental-consent waiver.

I'm joining the Army.

[Sighs]

[Bag thuds]

Home, sweet home.

[Scoffs]

[Knock on door]

Patrick: Hello?

Hello... Patrick.

You lurking outside of my house?

[Chuckles] You called to say that you were coming home.

I just... I wanted to welcome you back.

Everything okay here, boss?

Yeah, It's fine. Thank you.

Look, I hired you to help spin my absence in the press, and now that I'm back and everything's fine, I don't need your help anymore.

Yeah, I'm not so sure.

See, while you were gone, I was fielding offers for your follow-up to "Shenandoah Girl."

And I told you to tell everybody that I wasn't working.

And I did, but it's true what they say... the most powerful word in the entertainment industry is "No."

Spielberg's new film... There's a great cameo.

Scarlett Johansson just fell out, and now he wants you.

No!

What?

$1 million for two weeks of work.

It starts sh**ting in Prague day after tomorrow.

That's incredible.

No. No. No.

I can't do it.

What?

It sounds great.

I need to focus on getting back into my regular life.

This is your regular life.

You're Juliette Barnes.

Hey.

Hey!

Congratulations.

I had no idea you were getting this cake till Cash told me.

You're an inspiration to everyone here... me most of all.

You talked me off some ledges, man.

Just doing what a sponsor does.

Well, listen, why don't you two let me take you out?

We can celebrate a little bit.

Yeah. That'd be awesome.

I mean, we don't have any plans.

Actually, I was planning to surprise Cash with a father/daughter lunch.

Oh.

Ohh!

Well, yeah.

All right. Y'all have fun.

Bye.

[Sighs]

How is it?

It's amazing.

Oh, my God. This script.

It's Steven Spielberg. It's a dream role.

But...?

I wasn't even considering going back to work, let alone acting.

So you're gonna pass?

I don't know.

You know Avery only lets me see her three hours a week, so it's not like I get to see her very often.

If I knew I could spend more time with her, it'd be a no-brainer.

Well, do you want me to talk to him?

See if he'd give you more time?

You know what? I can't have you be the go-between forever.

I'll talk to him myself.

["Mess Worth Making" plays]

♪ Sometimes we're dancin' in the kitchen ♪
♪ Sometimes I'm throwin' dinner plates ♪
♪ Sometimes the world stands still ♪

I got to admit, Rayna, I was surprised when you signed her.

Layla Grant comes with some baggage.

Look, she's 21 years old.

Didn't you ever do anything embarrassing when you were that age?

Well, yeah, but it's...

Only difference is, we got to make our mistakes in private.

True.

So, how does one transition from reality-show star to country radio?

[Chuckles] Come on, Mark.

Carrie didn't have any trouble doing it.

Look, I know it's not easy to take me seriously, but I don't regret anything that I've done.

Every step and every misstep has led me to right here.

So, I'm not perfect, but I don't really think that perfect makes for a very good song.

[Chuckles]

Well said, Layla.

Thanks for having me.

Oh. Excuse me.

Autumn! Hey, girl!

[Chuckles]

Thanks for coming!

Oh!

How could I miss it after that pitch you gave me?

Oh, you are gonna love Layla.

I can't wait.

Come on. Let's go.

Oh, my God. That's Autumn Chase.

Indeed it is.

Rayna heard she was looking for a opening act, so we asked to come down and have a look.

This is your chance, kiddo. You ready?

You want to run "I'm Comin' Over"?

Yeah. Let's do it.

Hey, man. H-How'd it go with Luke?

He take the hold off your songs?

He sent me out in the middle of my pitch to take a call, and I sat in the lobby until he blew past me, told me he'd get back to me.

Mm.

[Sighs]

How am I gonna release my own record without any songs?

You just got to write more.

Please. I wrote one song on my own and then nothing.

I mean...

The only real success I've had is writing with somebody else.

Hmm.

If only you knew more people to write songs with.

I know, right?

Like his CMA Award-winning songwriter friend who is also his roommate?

Or an incredibly talented poet who just finished co-writing her own record.

Really? You guys would be willing to help?

Of course, man. Yeah.

We just got to find the right time and all sit down together.

[Sighs] How about right now?

We got to nail down the set for The Bluebird.

Okay. Um, maybe tomorrow, then.

Well, tomorrow, we're headed to Birmingham and then Mobile the day after.

Yeah, but there'll definitely be time at the end of the week, when we're back.

Yeah. Sure. Whatever works.

You know there is another songwriter who lives here, right?

You bring the waiver?

No. I didn't.

Well, what are you doing here?

I came to talk some sense into you.

Son, this whole thing has gone way too far... you living all the way out here, not returning my texts or calls, and now you want to join the Army?

It's enough!

Yeah, Granddad predicted you wouldn't sign.

Well, that might be the first thing Sarge has gotten right about me in years.

Whatever. It doesn't matter.

I'm prepping for the GED, and I'll be 18 in 3 months.

What's that supposed to mean?

It means I'll enlist eventually, whether you like it or not.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some chores to do.

[Engine starts]

But, I mean, it's Autumn Chase, but...

[Sighs] Maybe I should just change set list.

Look, I know this is a huge opportunity, but you can't get rattled, okay?

[Sighs] You're right.

I just... I... I don't want to blow it, you know?

[Knock on door]

Listen to me.

You are an amazing artist with a giant voice and something to say.

All you have to do is open your mouth and sing.

Okay.

Thanks for talking me down.

You know you can call me anytime.

Bye.

Hi.

What are you doing here?

I-I thought you were still in treatment.

I was. I checked out this morning.

You should have called first.

I know. I wanted to call.

I just was afraid that you weren't gonna answer.

Look, I know that so much has happened between us... and a lot that might never be resolved.

You're right about that.

This isn't about that, though. This is about Cadence.

And now that I'm home, I was wondering if I could spend more time with her.

[School bell rings]

I'm sorry, but the answer is no.

Avery, I know that I've caused you so much pain, and I've let you down...

[Sighs]

...and I let her down, and I regret it every day.

But I have done so much to overcome my addictions and my postpartum, and I'm so much better.

I promise you.

Look, I'm happy to hear that.

I really am.

But that all took place in a protected environment, and here you are, the first day out.

I can't trust it.

Okay.

♪ Hell, I could write the book ♪
♪ But I won't give it all away ♪
♪ Ooh, ooh, ooh ♪
♪ Everybody knows a good heartbreak ♪
♪ Ooh, ooh ♪
♪ Oh, I know ♪
♪ How the story goes down ♪
♪ I've told it ♪
♪ About a hundred times now ♪
♪ You're my darkest desperation ♪
♪ Worst kind of creation ♪
♪ Even though I know the story don't end good ♪
♪ Hell, I could write the book ♪
♪ Oh, I, oh, I ♪
♪ I could write the book ♪

[Cheers and applause]

Oh, that was great.

Wasn't that fantastic?

[Cheers and applause]

Thank y'all so much for coming.

I am really looking forward to a very long and beautiful relationship between this stunning artist and country radio.

Thank you.

And, uh, we got lots of Layla merch over there, so please help yourselves.

[Indistinct conversations]

Well, you were right, Rayna.

You most definitely did not oversell.

That was incredible.

That means so much coming from you. Thank you.

It's just the truth.

Ms. Jaymes.

Yeah?

A detective from Nashville P.D. is on the phone for you.

Oh. Um, can y'all excuse me for a second?

Of course.

Thank you.

So, Layla...

[Chuckles] Yes.

...tell me something... how in the world did you get so wise so young?

That is a very long story.

Yeah?

Maybe you and I can hit up Adele's later and you can tell me all about it.

Yes, absolutely.

Cool.

Oh. [Sighs]

I actually did tell some friends I would go see them at The Bluebird, but I'm sure they'll understand if I cancel.

Well, I haven't been to The Bluebird in years.

Maybe I could tag along?

That'd be amazing.

Okay, cool. See you there, then.

Great.

[Sighs]

[Beep]

Detective Gibbs, thank you so much for returning my phone call.

I don't know what I can tell you, Ms. Jaymes.

The investigation is ongoing.

Do we have any information on where Vita might be?

Are there any suspects?

Look, I appreciate your interest, but at this point, we don't even know if there was a crime.

What? Her car was b*rned out.

Her guitar, everything was destroyed.

But there was no blood, no witnesses, no hard evidence, which means we have to look at all the possibilities, and that takes time.

So, please, Ms. Jaymes, allow us to complete our investigation.

There's nothing more you can do, okay?

Thank you.

Hey.

How was lunch?

Good.

Good.

Listen, I was thinking... why don't you play a set tonight... you know, open for the Clickin' Sticks?

Place is gonna be packed.

I'm not sure my sound's quite the fit for that hipster crowd.

[Chuckles] Come on, now, man.

It'd be a great way to celebrate your birthday, make up for me bumping you earlier in the week.

How generous of you.

You're not still holding a grudge about that, are you?

Nope.

Then what is it, Frankie?

You know, is it the Vita thing or what?

'Cause I couldn't help but thinking that some of that stuff you were talking about today in that meeting was directed at me.

Not everything's about you, Deacon.

All right.

So, what time is this opening slot I've been given to play?

You go on at 8:00.

Guess I'll see you at showtime.

All right.

So, tell me what's going on.

I had that conversation with Avery about spending more time with Cadence, and he... completely shut me down.

I've spent all this time and energy and... effort working on myself, and he still doesn't trust me.

I understand you're disappointed, but you have to respect Avery's experience in this.

Give him time. He'll see the progress you've made.

What am I supposed to do until then?

What would you normally do?

Work.

I actually just got an offer on this really incredible film, and I'd like to do it.

That's great.

Yeah.

It would mean that I'd have to spend two weeks away from Cadence.

Are you afraid you'll lose your connection with her?

No. No.

Actually, we've... we've bonded a lot over the last few months.

So what's holding you back?

Even though I'd only be missing six hours with her, it's the only six hours I have.

Then you just have to ask yourself, "Is this opportunity worth it?"

[Breathes deeply]

[Chuckling] Well, how long has it been since you've been on real farmland, huh?

Yeah. I'll cut right to it, Sarge.

I know you're responsible for polluting Colt's mind with all this Army nonsense, but he is my son.

You know, that's a hell of a description for a commitment to honor, duty, and serving your country.

That is not what I meant.

Everybody knows I support the troops.

Right. You'll sing for them.

You just won't let your kid be one of them.

All right, maybe we, uh, add a line to the first verse, something like, "After the heart breaks, it heals but still aches."

That's perfect. I love it.

Okay, cool.

All right, let's, uh, let's take it from the top.

Let's see what we got.

[Cellphone ringing]

Ugh. Juliette.

Well, you can take it if you want.

I don't want to, but I probably should. I'll just be a minute.

Hello?

Hey. Thanks for answering.

Yeah. I'm, uh, sort of the middle of something.

Okay.

Um, I just wanted to let you know that I accepted a role in a movie.

Okay. And you're telling me this because...?

Because I'm leaving for New York tomorrow, and I'm gonna be gone after that for two weeks in Europe, filming.

I thought you wanted more time with Cadence.

Now you're telling me you won't see her for two weeks?

Well, originally, I was gonna turn the role down if I could spend more time with Cadence, but, you know...

What? What?

I-I wouldn't give it to you, so this is somehow on me?

No. That's not what I'm saying.

[Scoffs]

I just... I decided that this wasn't something I could pass up.

Is that it?

Actually, no.

Um... I was wondering if I could see Cadence tonight since I'm leaving tomorrow.

I don't know. I don't know.

I mean, we... we have a set schedule, and, um, she's been fussy.

That's okay.

That's totally fine. I can handle that.

[Sighs]

[Mid-tempo music plays]

[Door opens]

[Music stops]

All right, where were we?

Just fiddling with the first verse.

Right. Yeah.

What'd she want?

[Chuckles] "What doesn't she want" is more like it.

[Sighs]

Well, I was thinking, um...

I mean, first, she just... she shows up unannounced and asks for more time with Cadence, right?

Now she calls and says she's taking a movie and leaving again tomorrow.

Well, maybe...

Oh, and... and she wants to come over tonight to put Cadence to sleep.

And because I feel guilty, I agreed.

I mean, who knows if she's even capable?

Okay. I don't want to think about it right now.

Let's... Let's do this. Let's just finish this song.

Honestly, man, I d... I don't think you're in any state.

No, no, I'm good.

No, we got a good start.

I-I can work on it more.

You go get yourself a beer and just...

Yeah.

Right.

Okay.

[Sighing] Okay.

[Door opens, closes]

[Sighs]

All right.

You have got to be kidding me.

Autumn Chase is coming here tonight?

Yeah.

She's, like, one of my biggest idols.

I had "Not This Time" on a loop for ages.

So you know all about her. Can you help me out?

I mean, what do I say?

Be yourself.

I mean, she's heard you sing. She wants to hang out.

Pretty much means you got the job already.

And if not, you got a couple of handsome wingmen coming down to help you seal the deal.

[Cellphone dings]

[Chuckles]

Make that "one handsome wingman."

[Cellphone dings]

Um, Avery's not coming after all.

Says something came up.

Oh. Will's not coming, either.

He's gonna stay home and write.

Well, you're gonna have us standing up there smiling at you from the stage.

You're gonna be great.

Yeah.

Thanks.

Don't worry.

Oh, there she is. Hey.

Hey, gal.

I'm glad you came.

Autumn, these are my friends Scarlett and Gunnar.

They're with Highway 65, too.

It's an honor to meet you. Real fan.

Yeah, me too. [Chuckles]

Thank you so much. You guys headlining tonight?

Yeah. Yeah.

Uh, speaking of which, we should probably...

Yep.

It was really great meeting you.

Likewise.

Good luck.

Thanks.

And just for the record, Layla's awesome.

[Chuckles]

[Sighs]

[Sighs]

Hey, Cash?

Hmm?

You seen your dad?

No. What time was he supposed to go on, again?

[Sighs] 15 minutes ago.

You were right! Place is packed!

[Chuckles]

Yeah, it's packed. It's sold out.

They've been waiting for you to play some music.

Now, what happened? You forget your set time or something?

Where you been?

No. No, I stopped to get a cup of coffee.

Relax, man.

Look, I just want it to be another great night, all right?

I intend for it to be memorable.

So, I hope you can forgive me, but I Googled you this afternoon.

[Chuckles] No.

Please don't hold any of that stuff against me.

Oh, stop. No.

It turns out you and I actually have a whole lot in common.

Would you believe my first gig was on a reality TV show, too?

[Chuckles]

"Star Search"... before your time.

No. I remember that show, I think.

You think?

[Both laugh]

Oh, also, you're not the only Harvard girl at this table.

No way.

Mm-hmm.

Harvard Elementary, Houston, Texas.

[Laughs]

Oh, and my first boyfriend also turned out to be gay.

No!

Yeah.

It's like we're the same person.

Yeah.

[Chuckles]

Welcome to The Bluebird.

[Cheers and applause]

We have a special show for you tonight.

The act you're about to see actually met here at The Bluebird.

Please welcome The Exes.

[Cheers and applause]

Well, thank y'all so much.

♪ Oh, babe ♪
♪ I'm never good with words to say ♪
♪ I'm not myself when you're away ♪
♪ And I've had all that I can take ♪
♪ Oh, baby ♪
♪ The moon is staring back at me ♪
♪ Start missing you and I can't sleep ♪
♪ You are the only thing I see ♪

You know, Rayna really has an eye for talent.

I feel like between you and these guys, the future of country music is right here in this room.

[Chuckles]

From your lips to God's ears.

♪ Wait for me outside ♪
♪ I'm comin' over ♪
♪ Oh, babe ♪
♪ Ooh, ooh, ooh ♪

I assumed you left.

I couldn't leave with the way things are.

You know what you're getting yourself into here?

Yeah.

But do you really?

I'm honestly asking, Colt, because when I was on that USO tour and we drove over that IED...

[Sighs] That fear is something I'll never forget.

Yeah, well, Granddad said you were on a VIP convoy.

Exactly... whereas you could be out on the front lines.

You need to understand something, son.

I'm not fighting you 'cause I'm trying to control you.

I-I'm doing it 'cause I'm terrified.

I know you might hate my guts right now, but I love you so much, and I don't want you to get hurt.

[Sighs]

I might not know what to expect...

...but I know I found something I believe in.

Just 'cause it's gonna be scary doesn't mean I'm not gonna do it.

All right.

Why don't we go inside, and you can tell me more about it?

Okay.

[Mid-tempo music plays]

[Music stops]

[Scattered applause, indistinct conversations]

Hey! Did y'all come here to listen or talk?

Chatting up like a bunch of schoolgirls out there.

[Light laughter]

You think that's funny?

Yeah.

Yeah, a little bit.

I got a hilarious idea.

How about I walk out there and throw your happy ass out of my bar?

My God. He's drunk.

[Laughs]

That would be real funny!

I know. Why don't you cut on out of here, okay?

I'll break your damn neck.

I'll take care of this. You go.

This ain't no pool hall.

Not while I'm up here.

Cut his mic.

I tell you what...

Spent all that money for a damn microphone.

Hey. Let's take you down...

Can't even get the son of a bitch to work...

Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey! You're gonna spill my drink, brother.

Yeah. I think you had enough. Let's...

Hey, Deacon Claybourne, everybody!

The Deacon Claybourne!

Let's go!

I ain't done yet.

Yeah, you are.

Who in the hell you think you are?

Show's over, Frankie.

Leave me alone!

Damn it!

Of all damn days.

You give up 15 years of sobriety?!

Today wasn't my first drink.

I had that a few nights ago while you were out there hamming it up with your buddies onstage, treating me like a barback.

This used to be my place.

It's still your place, Frankie.

You took it from me.

You took all it was, turned it into a sideshow.

I didn't take your bar. I saved your bar, Frankie!

You erased me, damn it!

What are you talking about?

The second you hung that sign out there with your dead sister's name on it.

All right, you watch yourself right now.

It's all about you.

[Sighs]

But not anymore.

I'm taking it back.

You ain't going out there unless you go through me.

[Exhales heavily]

You ain't made of much.

There's two ways this is gonna go, Frankie.

Both of them involve you sleeping it off... passed out or knocked out.

[Scoffs]

[Sighs heavily]

[Chuckles]

["Spinning Revolver" plays]

♪ Well, a heart ♪
♪ It's a fragile thing, hangin' on a string ♪
♪ It don't take much ♪

[Chuckles]

♪ And a soul ♪
♪ It's a little bit stronger, takes a little longer ♪
♪ To use it up ♪

Detective Gibbs.

I'm Rayna Jaymes.

Yes. I know.

Look, I don't mean any disrespect, but I-I'm just... I'm feeling like this Vita case is not a priority for you.

And I don't know if that's 'cause she's homeless and she doesn't have a family advocating for her and demanding answers.

So that's why I just wanted to show up in person and let you know that I'm advocating for her.

And I want answers.

Let me show you something.

Stacy Richardson, Tameka Johnston, Michele McGee.

I have eight open cases just like Vita's and dozens more in the cold-case file.

I know every name and every face, and believe me... I want justice for all of them.

The sad truth is, girls like Vita... they have a tendency to end up in dicey situations, and many of them... they just disappear.

Now, I promise you I'm not giving up.

But right now, there's not much either of us can do.

I'm sorry.

[Telephone rings]

Excuse me.

This is Detective Gibbs.

Thanks again for letting me do this.

She's, uh, had her bottle and a bath, so she just needs to be put to bed.

Here you go.

Come to Mama.

[Cadence fusses]

Ohh.

Shh, shh. It's okay.

Here, maybe I should...

No, it's okay. I got it.

Don't worry.

Okay.

I'll, uh... just be down the hall.

[Shushing]

Aw, baby, it's all right.

You want Mama to sing to you, hmm?

♪ Why'd I get to be so lucky? ♪
♪ Why'd I get to be the one ♪
♪ Who gets to breathe again, feel again, dream again ♪
♪ Who gets to move on? ♪
♪ If I could forgive myself ♪
♪ If I could just let go ♪
♪ Of all the things I couldn't change ♪
♪ Of all the things I didn't know ♪
♪ If I could take all the pain ♪
♪ That I brought on you, I would ♪
♪ I would do anything ♪
♪ If I could forgive myself ♪

[Printer whirring]

Good morning.

I'm not sure there's much good about it.

Well... you're alive.

Look, I'm sorry about last night... for what I remember, but mostly for what I don't.

Well, you lived up to Cash's recollection.

[Chuckles]

You're a mean SOB when you get liquored up.

Listen, whatever nonsense that I was spouting, I didn't mean it.

Yeah, you did.

As much as I hate to admit it, there's a whole lot of truth in what you said.

Come on, Deacon.

No. No. Listen to me.

I got caught up... first in trying to pay tribute to my sister and then in trying to make this place some kind of overnight success.

Well, you succeeded... on both counts.

Not without steamrolling you in the process.

[Sighing] Oh, Frankie.

Think of all the times you kept me on the wagon.

I end up being the one to make you lose 15 years.

I can't let you take the blame for my actions.

I slipped.

What hurts me the most is that...

I made a vow to Cash she'd never have to see me like that again.

I'm not sure... how to face her now.

Well, it won't be alone.

After that, it's just one day at a time.

[Sighs]

It's all right, brother.

You sure about this?

Yes, sir.

Excuse me. Um...

My son would like to join the Army.

Yes, sir.

Son?

[Indistinct shouting]

Reporter: Ms. Barnes.

You've only done one movie, and people are talking Oscar.

Now you're working with Hollywood royalty.

How does it feel?

Incredible.

I feel so honored and grateful, and I just really hope that I don't let anybody down.

[Chuckles]

[Indistinct shouting]

Reporter #2: Ms. Barnes, you've managed to stay on top of the world, despite having challenges in your personal life, notably the death of your manager and the announcement of your divorce.

How do you manage to pull it off, especially now, being a single mom?

I haven't been doing well.

And that's the truth.

I've been suffering from postpartum depression since my daughter was born.

And I've been treatment for the past two months, and I got out yesterday.

I was headed down a dark path, and it cost me my marriage and my relationship with my daughter and nearly took my life.

I apologize.

I shouldn't have signed on to do this movie.

I need to be with my daughter right now.

[Indistinct shouting]

Hey, hold up a second.

I wasn't gonna say anything inside, but, um... it feels strange as a father to be learning from your son.

And, uh...

[Inhales deeply]

I just want you to know I'm... I'm real proud of you.

Thanks, Dad.

Hey!

Hey, there she is!

Oh! Good to see you, honey.

You, too.

Y'all have a seat.

Hey, thanks again for everything you did for me yesterday.

You did all the heavy lifting.

You were incredible. Wasn't she?

Oh, yeah.

And I really think we will have the full support of country radio.

Hear that? You're on your way!

Um, so, any word from Autumn?

We hung out last night, and we totally clicked.

Yes, I did talk to her, and she loved you.

She was so impressed with you.

Um...

I do have a bit of bad news.

What do you mean, she picked us?

What are you not following here?

You're gonna open for Autumn Chase on tour.

[Scoffs]

But she came to see Layla.

Must have blown her away last night at The Bluebird.

Only reason she was at The Bluebird was to see Layla.

What'd Rayna say?

She's thrilled.

I mean, this is huge for The Exes and Highway 65.

So maybe the two of you should start looking a little happier about this.

[Chuckling] No, I mean, we're happy.

It's just surprising.

I mean, how long before we start?

Buses leave in three days.

Three days?

That soon?

Mm-hmm.

So start packing.

The Exes are officially in the big leagues.

[Chuckles]

[Chuckles]

[Sighs] My name's Frankie.

And I'm an alcoholic.

All: Hi, Frankie.

I got one day sober.

And, uh... [Sniffles] after 15 years, that's kind of humbling to say.

But a good buddy of mine reminded me this is a daily battle.

And thanks to him and... my daughter and my Lord... uh [Sniffles]

...I'm winning today.

[Door opens]

We got to talk.

I tried to stop him.

It's all right, Christel. I got it.

Sorry. I-I should have called you back.

I had some important stuff I had to tend to yesterday, and it slipped my mind.

I get it.

I'm not a priority... to you or anyone else.

Now, hold on a second. You just asked me yesterday.

Well, today I'm not asking, I'm demanding.

I want my songs back.

I worked my ass off on them, and just because you dropped me from your label doesn't mean I don't get to record them.

[Inhales deeply]

All right, Will, I'll, uh...

I'll take the hold off your songs.

Seriously?

Yeah, but before I do, there's something I'd like you to consider.

I dropped you when I did 'cause I was afraid.

Afraid Nashville wouldn't accept a... a gay country artist.

Hell, I was afraid it might even hurt my own career.

But I've come to realize that just 'cause something's hard or scary... doesn't mean you shouldn't do it... especially if it's something you believe in.

And I believe in you.

What exactly are you saying?

That I'm sorry.

And that I'd like you to come back to Wheelin' Dealin' Records, let me put out your album, like I should have done the first time around.

What do you say?

You bet.

Hey, there.

Hey. How you doing?

I'm a little b*at.

Yeah, I bet.

Long night, early morning.

Aw.

I missed you last night.

I miss you, too.

How'd your meeting go with Frankie this morning?

It was hard, you know?

How was your meeting?

It was good. I mean, you know, I've got country radio ready to support Layla Grant.

I got The Exes on tour with Autumn Chase.

[Chuckles]

It's been a great couple days for Highway 65.

[Sighs]

My heart's not really in it, though.

You thinking about Vita?

Yeah.

Me too.

And that visit I had with the detective last night...

[Sighs]

You know, he has a stack of files... girls just like Vita and our daughters... who just disappeared.

And he's so resigned about it, you know?

Like we're just supposed to accept it.

I don't accept that.

So, what are you gonna do?

I don't know.

But I'm gonna do something.

[Ringing]

[Sighs]

You've reached Avery. Please leave a message.

[Beep]

[Voice breaking] Hey, it's me.

Um, I'm guessing that you've heard that Autumn went with The Exes.

Glenn says that I-I shouldn't worry about it, that everything's gonna be okay, but...

Anyway, you said I could call, so I'm calling.

But you're not there.

[Chuckles]

So...

[Sobbing]

Hey.

Hey.

I, uh, heard on the news you pulled out of the movie.

I did.

Well, since you're gonna be around more... maybe you should have more time with Cadence after all.

[Exhales sharply]

Hi.

Hi, baby.

I'll come get her in two hours?

Okay.

Okay.

Hey, Avery.

I didn't drop out of the movie so you'd change your mind.

I didn't change my mind because you dropped out of the movie.