Seal of Desire (2022)

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Life, extraordinary,

people.

I can't say why

people fascinate me so much.

If I had to give a reason,

it's because

we're so different,

each and every one of us.

Isn't it amazing to know

there's not another version

of you?

There was only you.

That's what's fascinating,

especially women.

What do these images

remind you of?

Women.

So complex, but so perfect.

To understand them is like

trying to understand income tax.

Exactly.

No one gets it, but I do.

Not income tax,

women.

Her, for example.

Just look at her.

Look how perfect she is.

It's like

she was designed by Apple.

Is she happy with him

in this moment?

She's smiling,

but looking closely,

her eyes,

there's uncertainty.

She doesn't fully trust him.

Every time he speaks,

she lifts her head

and squints her eyes.

This could also mean

she's intrigued by him,

but it's not the case here.

This woman, for example,

this is what intrigue

looks like.

The difference is that

after she raises her head

and squints her eyes,

there's a slight adjustment

to her head.

She brings it back down

only a little bit.

This.

This tells us

she's not only intrigued,

but wants something.

What does she want?

With silence,

I get answers.

Silence says many things

without saying anything.

Next comes...

Why are you looking at me

like that?

I'm just looking.

Anything new?

Few things.

Like?

Your perfume.

That's new.

Stop deflecting.

You know what I'm talking

about with you.

It's all over her face.

She wants me,

and she's looking forward

to the day

when it finally happens.

But I want something else.

You know what?

I'm, uh,

I'm getting a little tired.

I think

I'm gonna call it a night.

Okay, I'll walk you out.

No, no, no, I'm good.

Thank you.

Have a good night.

You, too.

Wine, champagne

or whatever you want.

There are people in this world

who ignore

their natural instincts,

our instincts of wanting more.

In Las Vegas,

people tend to let go

and live almost carefree,

which is why I fit in so well.

I can fulfill

my darkest desires,

and no one will even notice.

I promise,

it isn't what it looks like.

Perfect.

Okay, okay, okay.

Come on.

I'm just gonna go

freshen up, okay?

Damn!

What was I thinking?

This shouldn't have happened.

Couldn't help myself.

What are you doing?

Wait.

What are you doing?

Go away!

I was going to ask you

the same thing.

You don't want to be here.

You're right.

I don't.

You should leave.

I think we both should.

Leave or I'll jump.

I'm sure you don't want

to be here anymore than I do.

Don't be so sure.

I'm sure that

wherever you were, you,

uh, you left in a bit of a rush.

You don't have a jacket,

got no purse.

- Why don't we just-

- Don't!

Okay.

All I'm saying is,

you're not alone.

Now that you have

a moment, just...

just think about

what you're doing.

I'm...

I'm sorry about this,

I have to, I have to take this.

Hello.

Hey, Mama.

You okay?

Okay, great. Let me, let me

give you a call back, okay?

Because I'm with a friend and I,

and I don't want to be rude.

With who?

Emma.

Emma.

I'm with Emma, Ma.

No, we actually, uh,

we just met. Listen, I'm...

I'm trying to help her

with something right now.

I'mma give you

a call back, okay?

Okay.

I love you, too.

All right.

I'm sorry about that.

If, if it wasn't my mama,

I wouldn't have picked up

right now.

Um...

Emma, is it possible

that we can maybe

go somewhere and, and talk?

I pay attention to things

most people don't see,

but I see you, Emma.

I treat her place

as if it's my own

to make her more comfortable.

Uh, where's your light?

- Over here.

- Okay.

Leave it.

Okay.

I'mma go grab you some blankets

or something, okay?

And we can talk about

whatever you want to talk about.

It's okay.

We all go through things, okay?

I've been there.

We all have.

I'm not taking

advantage of this woman.

This isn't for me.

This is for her.

Believe it or not,

she needs this.

She's broken.

And I'm her temporary fix,

just a moment,

a feeling...

she wishes can last forever.

Last night was definitely

an unusual night for me.

But what happened, happened

so I can be there for her.

"Emma, I'm sorry I had to leave."

"You looked so comfortable

and I didn't want to wake you.

"What a night we shared.

"It feels as if it was meant

to be because

"we both needed someone.

"Thank you for being

there for me."

"Stop reading and look

under your pillow."

"Don't think of this as charity

or anything like that.

"Look at it as a thank you

for an experience

"that was priceless.

"It's not much,

but I hope this helps."

"You take care of yourself."

Money,

the root of all evil,

almost made us loser.

Money is never my go-to,

but in this case,

it was necessary.

It possibly saved her life.

I'll never know.

It's best that way.

I live in the moment.

Last night we had a moment.

Now that moment is over,

it's time to move on.

What up, boss?

You in early.

And you're late.

I'm not sure

if you noticed me over

in the lobby, sir,

but I was here before you.

What time do we open?

At 9:00.

What time is it now?

8:50.

Who do you work for?

For you, sir.

But I'm not really

understanding these questions.

You work for me?

Is my office in the lobby?

If you're not at your desk

at 8:45, you're late.

How are you assisting me

when there's no assistant

for my client

when they come in, Kevin?

I need you to be

more professional here.

You represent me,

so I need you to represent.

Talk to the ladies

on your break.

Matter of fact, give them

a chance to come to you.

But, Joe, did you see shorty?

She was bad as hell.

You can't wait

on a piece of a*s like that.

You feel me?

You've seen it.

There's no re-living moments.

Trust me,

it never turns out well.

There he is.

Another great night, huh?

I take it you had

another bad one.

Don't want to talk about it.

I just-I don't understand.

You're very handsome

and intelligent, man.

You would think

after all this time,

she'd recognize it.

Yeah, you would think.

Just give it

another 10 years or so.

I don't have 10 years!

I'm just joking, man.

I have an idea.

I'm not cheating on my wife.

I'm not suggesting you

cheat on your wife.

What?

What I was going

to suggest is, for today,

we switch assistants,

help make your day

a little easier.

Malcolm, we've known

each other a long time.

16 strong years.

Yeah.

And you don't think

I wouldn't recognize

when you're trying

to manipulate me?

Kevin is horrible.

- Kevin is not that bad.

- You know what?

You can have Melissa

for the day.

Thank you.

But we get to switch offices

for the week.

- How does that even-

- I didn't think so.

Why do you get

the best office anyway?

We're supposed to be partners.

We are-

We are partners.

I pay more rent than you do.

I remember

when Calvin first got married.

They were happy for a moment.

The thing is,

love doesn't exist,

only lustful moments.

When we have a moment

with someone,

we try to extend this moment

to last longer than intended.

That's how relationships happen.

And you end up here...

seeking counsel.

Sir, uh, your 9 o'clock is here.

Send her in.

Hello, Mr. King.

Elizabeth, I told you,

call me Malcolm.

And I told you to call me Liz.

How you doing?

I'm actually doing good.

Things are good, thanks to you.

- Nice.

- Yeah.

- Take a seat.

- Thanks.

So I finally convinced

my husband to come in.

- Really?

- Yeah.

Wow.

How did you do that?

It wasn't easy.

I bet.

So then he'll be joining us

in your next session?

No, he's actually here now.

Listen, I understand.

I got to go.

Uh-Hey, sorry.

Work.

Work, huh?

That's original.

I had to take it.

Um, Mr. King-Malcolm,

this is my husband, Zach.

You look familiar.

Have we met before?

I'm sure I'd remember.

Of course.

Nice to finally meet you,

Zach, I've heard so much.

I hope not all bad.

Of course it is.

Please, take a seat.

Thank you.

So, Zach, I want you to tell me

what finally made you

decide to come in?

Well, you just get

right to it, huh?

Well, you are paying

by the hour, so...

Honestly...

I love my wife, Malcolm-

Mr. King.

Mr. King,

I want things to work.

I know my wife feels

very strongly about me

coming in to see you.

And here I am, so...

I understand there's

ups and downs in relationships,

we have them, everyone has them,

you know, but that's

the whole reason

we got married

in the first place.

We love each other.

You know, I think

there's just about anything-

This is what bothers

me the most about my job.

There's so much hope

in her eyes, the pain she's in.

Just hang in there, Liz.

Melissa.

Is any of these clients

here for us?

If you actually did your job,

you wouldn't have

to ask me that.

Well, the thing is, though,

everybody here looks old

and miserable, I guess not.

Hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm.

What are you staring at?

Staring at you, beautiful.

Well, stop.

Stop?

I think it's time

we stop playing these games

with each other and really say

what's on our minds.

What the f*ck

are you talking about?

Hmm.

No, no. No!

Let him go.

It's about us.

Oh, my God.

Well, that concludes

our session.

I'll walk you guys out.

Thank you.

Thank you.

I'll see you soon.

I'll see you soon.

Like I said, I'm all in,

Mal-Mr. King.

Thank you for being

there for her, for us.

What happened here?

Oh, um, nothing.

- Work stuff.

- Hmm.

Thank you for coming in, Zach.

Yeah.

See you soon.

Zach thinks he has me convinced

he cares about his marriage.

The only thing you convinced me

of is that you truly care

about your mistress.

What is this?

You want to convince

your wife enough

so you can continue

to get away with it.

Too bad your mistress

doesn't feel the same about you.

I've heard about you.

The Messiah.

Who?

So you are the savior of women?

She's not scared.

In fact, she looks

almost happy to see me.

A strange man

in your house with a mask

and you're okay with it?

Nothing to say?

You'll tell me

what I want to know.

No, I think it's beautiful

what you're doing,

showing these women

who they married.

I've been wanting to meet you.

For the longest,

I wasn't even sure

if you existed.

We share a common interest,

as you already know.

She knows what she's doing,

talking,

but not saying anything.

Sure?

She's smart.

It's good.

Raincheck.

Why is this woman not scared?

So, how did you find me?

You?

Wait, you're not here for me?

I thought...

Wow.

I should leave.

Wait.

Is it only married

women you save?

I guess so.

So, how much do you know?

What?

You wanna take pictures...

For the wife?

You deserve it.

But what about me?

What do I get?

The heartbroken mistress?

I'll do it for you.

But I want something in return.

It's my sister.

How do you know me?

If you knew my name,

you would have said it.

And why would you think

I was there for you?

It's been over a week,

and I can't get you

out of my mind.

We had a moment,

but that moment has passed.

Move on, Malcolm.

Sometimes,

it's difficult to let go.

So I look at these...

to remind me of what once was.

You like my hair?

Yeah?

This is always the hardest part.

I appreciate it.

I had to wait

until she had time to process.

While Zach

was on his business trip

for a few days

it was the perfect time.

I'm sorry, Liz.

Love, the word shouldn't exist.

It should be replaced with pain

because that's how love is.

What's going on, man?

Just don't know

how much longer I can take this.

You know, you say that a lot,

but yet you still do.

I want my family.

After 10 years, marriage,

raising kids

and family vacations, it's...

It's not like

you understand, right?

What do you mean, man?

I get it.

Sorry. I just...

It's cool.

I just...

wish my wife wanted me,

you know?

Everything I do

is a failed attempt.

What happened?

Hmm.

So tired.

Goodnight, honey.

Goodnight?

I'm tired.

Mm-mmm.

Hey.

Oh.

Oh, baby, what's wrong?

I'm scared.

Oh, honey,

did you have a bad dream?

You need to sleep

with mommy and daddy?

- Mm-hmm.

- Well, come here.

Come here.

Oh, let's put you up.

- Oh!

- All right.

You want covers?

Oh, that's my girl.

Mmm, is that better?

She just went to bed

10 minutes ago.

Shh!

Oh, my God!

Oh!

Why didn't you lock the door?

There's no lock on it.

So you don't do it then?

You don't understand,

it's been like six months.

- Six months, man.

- Yeah.

That's crazy.

- Good morning.

- How'd you sleep?

Really well.

- Yeah?

- Mm-hmm.

Wow.

Man, that's-

Is that for me?

Oh, yeah, you can take this.

Thank you.

I'll, uh,

I'll be in there in a minute.

You better.

Wow.

Six months, huh?

Yeah, that's crazy, man.

I'm sorry about that.

Yeah.

Well, you'll see.

See how it is,

when you get married.

That's the thing.

I'm not-

You're not getting married.

Yeah, I know.

Don't.

Out of all the women

you've been with,

not one you actually care about?

What you mean, man?

I care about all of them.

You know what I mean.

There's actually one woman

I met recently.

She's pretty interesting.

Interesting, you mean,

interesting enough to see again?

Exactly.

Okay.

So why don't you?

Was it just a one-night stand?

Come on, man.

You know me.

You know you could

try being normal for once,

like, maybe even learn

the name first.

You know, it's not that weird.

Do me a favor, man.

I'm about to take off.

Can you, uh, lock up for me

and then make sure

she's gone before you leave?

- Appreciate you.

- What?

Thanks, man.

In one ear and out the other.

Who am I giving advice?

I can't even get laid

by my own wife.

Oh, sh*t.

All right, lady, time to go.

I keep coming here

thinking I may run into you.

If I did, what would I even say?

"Remember that night

you found out

"your boyfriend was married?

"I'm the guy you kissed."

"Yeah, you know

the one with the mask."

What is wrong with you, Malcolm?

Why are you even here?

The moment is gone, accept it.

Could this be?

No.

Is that her?

I think...

think it is.

Excuse me, miss.

You need a hand?

- Oh...

- It's not her.

No, thank you.

My husband should be

right down, but thanks.

Husband?

Do I really come across

like a serial k*ller?

Are you sure?

I really don't mind.

No, really, I'm okay.

Thank you.

Okay, okay.

Maybe I'll just

knock on the door.

Oh, sh*t.

Oh, I'm...

I'm so sorry.

You must be Tyler.

And this is your Airbnb.

Please forgive me.

I thought that you were just-

Don't worry about it.

It's okay.

I just wanted to come by

and make sure

you had everything you need.

- That's all.

- Oh, I really appreciate it.

Everything looks lovely.

- Okay.

- Thank you.

- Well, you enjoy your stay.

- Have a great day.

- No problem.

- Thanks.

- Don't forget your-

- Uh.

There you go.

Looks like you got away from me.

Probably for the best.

Maybe I'll see you again,

but maybe I'm not supposed to.

Besides, I have work to do.

Is it wrong or is it right

for the right reasons?

Either way, I could be wrong

for doing the right thing.

Yeah.

Oh, no!

No!

Please don't!

Please.

Hi.

Liz, hey.

You okay?

Zach's having an affair.

And now you're here.

Liz, I'm sorry to hear that.

I'm sorry I didn't come earlier.

It's okay.

I totally-

I'm sorry.

I'm so sorry about this.

This isn't what it looks like.

I'm lying.

This is exactly

what it looks like.

This is my safe zone,

because this leads

to absolutely nothing.

Just a one-time thing

to ease a broken heart.

I have a thing

for women in pain.

And apparently,

they have a thing for me.

It's obvious why.

I make them feel safe.

They tell me their darkest,

most intimate secrets

because I listen, I'm trusted.

Now they know,

they are living lives

with their cheating spouses.

Listen, before you react

and do the first thing

that comes to mind, think,

what is the best way

in getting revenge?

What will hurt him the most?

This is what you do.

I'm sorry for your pain.

These files were only

for your eyes

and will be deleted

in three, two, one.

I really messed up.

I wish she'd give me

a second chance.

Every day it hurts

more and more,

and you'd think that in time,

the pain would heal,

but not this pain.

She was the love of my life,

and now she's gone.

She left me.

I would have changed for her.

Whatever she needed.

If she'd just come back to me,

I could tell her, show her.

It would have been

31 years today.

Today.

And I'm trying, man.

It's just so, so hard,

and I haven't even been

talking to our daughter

since she left us and...

They don't need me, we need her.

There's just nothing left

for me here anymore.

Harold,

Bethany didn't leave you.

She passed away.

Almost four years ago.

She's not coming back.

You don't think...

I know she's dead.

If she could speak to you,

I'm sure she would tell you

to find happiness.

Yeah, she would.

That's why I'm here.

I'm trying.

You're doing great.

First sessions

are always the worst.

It usually starts

as a competition about

who's right and who's wrong,

or like in this case,

we sit here in complete silence.

Why don't we begin with

what brought you two in today?

He's cheating on me.

No, I'm not.

Yes, you are.

Just admit it.

Why would I cheat on you?

You tell me,

you're the one doing it.

I love you.

Don't touch me.

Hilda, why are you saying

Johnathon is cheating on you?

Because he is.

I understand.

I can just feel it.

It's like a woman's intuition.

Are there any other reasons?

Because...

we're not having sex,

so I know

he's getting it from somewhere.

Every time I try to make a move,

you turn me down.

- You don't try.

- Well, not anymore.

Why would I continue to try

when all I get are your excuses?

I don't give you excuses.

I'm sorry.

- Your reasons.

- Oh, my God.

And more headaches

and the longest period

of any woman I've ever met.

Oh, don't look like that.

Come on.

This is why we're here,

right, to talk.

So I'm talking.

So what?

You think I'm lying?

Malcolm, is it?

Wow.

You're a doctor.

Tell me, is it, um,

is it possible

for a healthy woman

to have periods that last

an entire month

with maybe one day off?

Ha! Exactly. It's bullshit.

What's bullshit?

You're the one that's lying,

and you're not even man

enough to admit

that you're cheating on me.

And I already know.

I love you too

damn much to cheat.

We'll see,

when I get my envelope

with all of your dirty

little secrets.

What?

Oh.

Oh, well, you know what?

He only goes after men

who are actually cheating,

so you won't be getting anything

because I'm not cheating.

- Wait a minute.

- Well, we'll see about that.

I'm sorry about that,

um, but who is he?

She's talking about some guy

who supposedly leaves

an envelope

on the doorsteps of wives

who are being cheated on.

Damn.

Is this true?

No, it's not.

But she does constantly

use this against me.

So why would these women

make all of this up?

They all have no proof.

Just an envelope

with an empty flash drive.

You want an empty flash drive?

- I'll go down-

- That doesn't even make sense.

Okay, so it's not just

a friend of theirs that talked.

There must be a source.

I need to get rid of it.

This can come back-

Malcolm, what do you think?

Where does your source

come from?

I told you, I just know.

No, no, no, I'm sorry,

not your source

on Johnathon cheating,

but your source on this man

with the envelopes.

Why?

Well, I believe that

your source,

all of these women,

as you put it,

may have you frightened

that you're next.

And if you get together

with these women

on a regular to talk

about these things,

they can make you feel somewhat-

I don't know

any of these women personally.

In fact, I don't even know

any of their names.

I follow this blog,

Temporary Forevers.

Okay.

Temporary Forevers.

Let's see.

- I've heard about you.

- Mmm.

Messiah.

The Messiah.

Okay.

I caught my husband cheating.

Well, I didn't.

Someone left

an envelope on my doorstep.

I thought I was the only one.

Me too.

I never said anything to anyone.

I thought they would think

I was making it up.

Everything deletes

the moment you watch it.

Happy-

There you are.

I got everything

and he got what he deserved-

So you're the one

making me famous.

Veronica Wilson.

I just

had a date with the Messiah.

Oh, my God, are you serious?

What does he look like?

I didn't see his face.

So what did you have to say

about our little encounter?

You didn't see his face?

I didn't.

He wears a mask.

I wish I could see him again.

Hmm.

Maybe it's time we meet again.

I have an appointment

at 10:00 with Malcolm.

Okay. Can you just sign it

for me right there, please?

Thank you.

All right, just have a seat,

he'll be with you shortly.

Thank you.

Sir, your 10 o'clock is here.

All right.

Okay. I thought

you weren't coming in today.

I didn't think you cared.

I don't.

Well, I wasn't gonna come in,

but I realized

I didn't want you here

all by yourself.

That's sweet, Kevin.

Not sweeter than lips,

I'm guessing.

Mm-hmm.

Look in the desk.

Why?

Just look in the desk.

Voila.

You like?

Okay, that was pretty good.

Tonight, I want you to wear

nothing but that rose.

You just have to ruin it.

Oh, I see somebody loves you.

I used to get

my Becky flowers all the time.

Thank you, Mr. Moore.

- Calvin will be right with you.

- All right.

Tell him to hurry, would you?

Yeah.

No, I'm just kidding.

I got no place to be.

Looking at that man like you

just want to eat him.

Kevin, you ever realize that,

like,

a woman comes in here

sad and then leaves,

I don't know, not so sad?

All the time.

Man's good at his show.

Look, you ever noticed

every time

I come to work

how happy you are?

That doesn't make sense.

It makes perfect sense.

I'm good at my job.

Oh, my God.

Still nothing.

Why haven't you written back?

Hey.

It's me.

I see.

What's going on?

Came to see you.

So you changed

some things around

since the last time I was here.

Yeah.

Uh, that was almost a year ago.

Has it been that long?

Mm-hmm.

I miss this view.

Yeah, it's, uh, something.

So what...

what brings you by?

Funny you should ask.

Um, I was just at home

thinking about that one time.

Yeah.

Um, do you remember

that conversation

we had the last time

you was here?

It was so long ago.

We agreed that because

we work together,

this is probably

not the best idea.

I think one time a year is fine.

She is tempting,

but I'm not going to do

that again.

Um, Melissa, I'm...

I'm sorry, I really...

I have some serious work

I got to get to, I'm...

I'm sorry about this, okay?

Unbelievable.

We work together.

We work together,

but it's okay for you

to screw your clients.

Wait, what?

Look, you don't want to waste

your time worried about

somebody like me, okay?

You're young and beautiful.

And besides, Kevin,

you know, he cares about you.

And I care about you.

Look, I'm not here just for sex.

I just thought

that was the only way

to get your attention.

I'd love to go out

with you on a real date.

But I see you and I know

that's not what you want.

Not just with me,

but with anybody.

Well, you can get back to work.

I'm sorry I came by.

Okay for me to screw my clients?

She doesn't have proof.

Why would she say that?

Let's see what you had to say.

"When and where?"

How about...

tomorrow night, my place?

You got my attention, baby

And I can't make a move

Like a child...

So are you going

to at least speak this time?

Dance with me.

Dance?

No, I don't dance.

I insist.

Baby, if you run away

Baby if you leave me

I'm so in love with you girl

You make me feel brand new

Come on give it up to me

Let me take care of you

You don't have

to disguise your voice,

unless I already know you.

Do I know you?

You don't.

But I'm hoping

to get to know you.

Might be kind of hard

with the mask, you know?

She's more

beautiful than I remember.

Just look at you.

Why do you get to me so much?

Why can't I get you

out of my mind?

Focus on the task

at hand, Malcolm.

Do not let her

cunning ways woo you.

Whoa, what am I saying?

What is this, Shakespeare?

So why did you want to see me?

Baby if you run away

Baby if you leave me

I'm so in love with you girl

You make me feel brand new

Come on give it up to me

Let me take care of you

I know

that your mama says...

I wanted to know more

about your blog.

And that's why

you wanted to meet.

This is an interview?

Good, because I have

some questions

I'm sure the ladies on my blog

would love to know about, too.

And this is just for me.

I don't want to forget anything.

So what about my blog

did you want to know?

I was hoping

you can take it down.

Oh, I get it,

you want to stay discreet.

Exactly.

No.

No?

Let me explain something.

My blog is an outlet

for women to discuss things.

And you are a big part

of that now.

I shouldn't have come.

Wait.

What would you like to know?

Interview with the Messiah?

First question.

Why?

I can't believe it,

she deleted the Messiah page.

There you are, Johnathon.

And who are you?

Looks like you were right,

Hilda.

And she's pregnant.

A woman's intuition.

Didn't think

that was a real thing.

I can't believe you deleted it.

There's no reason

to see you again.

You did what I wanted, but why?

What was it that made you do it?

Damn!

You are so hard to read.

All right, Johnathon,

where are we?

This is your sister

and her husband.

You want what they have,

a family.

Sorry, I'm late.

Yeah.

I'm surprised.

You're never late.

Things have been

a little upside down lately.

How so?

How you been?

Malcolm, you know that

if you continue to deflect,

your sessions won't count.

Can I get you

two anything to drink?

Hi. Um, can you

just give us a minute?

- Yeah, sure.

- Thank you so much.

All right, so.

Really?

Yeah, really.

What's going on?

You know I don't like

you doing that.

You asked me to help.

That's all I'm trying to do.

If my license wasn't

on the line,

we wouldn't be having

these conversations.

We legally have to talk

about this, so...

Yeah, exactly.

So instead of going

to anyone else,

you decided to come to me.

Because you're a friend.

Yeah, but, Malcolm,

that doesn't mean that

I'm not going to do my job.

I like these sessions

to feel more like

conversation, not therapy.

Are you seeing escorts?

Wow. Really?

Doing anything that would be

considered sexually ill*gal?

Will you keep your voice down?

We're at a restaurant.

Because if you are...

I met somebody.

Oh, okay.

Hmm.

Are you... are you cool.

You just...

Oh, no, I'm good.

I'm good.

You just seem

a little jealous, that's all.

No, I'm... I'm just-

I'm not jealous,

I'm just curious.

So tell me about her.

We went on a date

and I haven't heard from her.

But isn't that what you prefer,

to keep things simple,

keep your urges in check?

Yeah, it is.

I just kind of want to see

her again, you know?

So then why don't you call her?

I don't have her number.

Okay, so question, uh,

what is it about her that makes

you want to see her again?

I don't know.

Well, maybe you should

ask yourself why.

Mmm.

Hey, boss.

You gotta try these cupcakes

Melissa made.

Cupcakes, this early?

- Mm-hmm.

- Yeah, you should try one.

I thought

you was allergic to chocolate.

Mmm, I am.

It's just food coloring.

No, it isn't.

Stop playing.

Why would I dye

a vanilla cupcake

to look like

a chocolate cupcake?

Um, Melissa, listen,

I'm sorry about-

I'm so sorry.

I don't know

what I was thinking.

I hope I didn't make

you uncomfortable

or anything like that.

No, you didn't.

The last thing I want to do

is ruin our work environment.

Yeah, me too.

I apologize, too.

I should've known better

when we had

our first little encounter.

Mm-hmm.

But I want you to know

I'm a professional.

I take my job very serious.

I don't want you to think I'm-

I know that.

I was just being jealous.

I think you're a great guy.

Um, ignore what I said.

So we good?

Guys, I think

I need to go to the hospital.

- Damn!

- Oh, my God!

He'll be okay.

I'll cover for him.

Uh, are you sure?

- I don't want to-

- Yeah.

Okay...

overwhelm you or anything.

Not a problem...

Okay.

Boss.

Today is going

to be one of those days.

What have you been up to?

Maybe I should

send another message.

Just to say thank you,

or maybe I should just ask...

how are you.

Malcolm, your 9 o'clock is here.

How does that make you feel?

Angry.

You want a clean sponge

and dirty dishes?

My girl is driving me

f*cking nuts.

I don't really

wanna talk about it.

I don't know what to do anymore.

You're at home all day

while I'm working.

Man, it's not even like

something specific or,

like, her.

Just...

just every day, bro, with her.

Without someone being

there to actually

speak for our people,

then we have no voice.

We become complacent

like we have now.

But what about you?

What about, what about me?

I'm at home, I'm at the crib.

You know where

I'm at all the time.

I need... I need a man.

Is that, is that what

you're saying?

I clean up the place,

I put it all back.

She says nothing.

- I want this to-

- Nothing's happening.

I'm not going to stop

playing my game.

I'm not going to stop

loving you.

I can't take this sh*t anymore.

I have this dream of me

getting on top of her, man.

And it's not enough.

We deserve more.

I try to go out of my way

to make sure

you feel comfortable,

that you always have

your latest games.

Are you married?

Hmm.

Am I wrong, though?

Like...

She cheated on me with a guy.

I need someone

to be there for me.

Am I overreacting?

Oh, we'll see.

All right, bro.

- Thanks.

- Thank you.

Appreciate it.

How are you holding up?

I'm hanging.

How's Kevin?

He's okay.

He's at the doctor, so...

Okay, good.

You ready for your

last appointment?

Yeah, no choice.

Yeah, let's get it done.

You got it.

Oh, Melissa.

Thank you.

I'm sorry about this.

I had an accident.

Oh, no worries.

sh*t.

Malcolm, is it?

It is.

Veronica, right?

Yes, it is.

- Nice to meet you.

- Nice to meet you.

Please take a seat.

Why are you here?

You figured it out?

Damn.

Okay.

Sorry about that,

I had a little accident

a minute ago.

So, what brings you in?

Oh, you just get right to it?

- Okay.

- Um...

I'm sorry about that.

How's your day?

I'm completely f*cking up.

Malcolm.

Yes.

Why are you messing with me?

Just come out and say it.

Is it okay if I ask you

some questions first?

Of course.

It's just my first time

doing this,

and I feel it'll help me...

Open up.

I understand.

What would you like to know?

How long have

you been doing this?

Almost a year.

Hmm.

What made you want to do this?

People hurting people.

You can give a person

everything and...

get nothing,

but pain every time.

You're talking from experience?

Tell me about your experiences.

Talking about relationships?

Talking about...

whatever the question

means to you.

We're here to talk

about you, not me.

Next question.

What's this?

The infinity symbol.

I know,

but there's a piece missing.

It's broken.

When a spouse cheats,

they're breaking vows.

Tell me something about you.

In time.

Are you married?

I am single, actually.

You?

But you do couples therapy.

I do.

Do I need to be

in a relationship

to do couples therapy?

No.

I'm sorry.

Yeah, I'm single, at the moment.

At the moment.

So that means there's someone,

you're just not sure

how serious it is.

It's complicated.

It's always complicated.

But not with you.

What do you mean?

I see you embedded this.

Why?

Because you gave it to me.

Tell me.

Do you ever think about

that night?

Uh, thank you,

I think that's everything.

Maybe we can...

do this again sometime?

Maybe.

Does she make

you dinner every night?

Most nights.

Does she take care of the kids,

keep the house clean?

Yeah.

Do you?

I mean, I have work.

Does she work?

Yeah.

So she loves you.

Look, just because

people have been together

for a long time, it doesn't mean

the romance

or affection has died.

It just changes.

I mean, what do

you want from her?

Want her to bring you

flowers every day.

Do you bring her flowers?

So, maybe she's feeling

some of what you're feeling

right now.

And you said you've tried

everything, I mean, have you?

If you simply just tried

to sit down and talk with her,

communicate how you feel

and why you feel this way,

and then ask her how she feels.

You ever thought about

being a therapist?

What up, boss?

You ready for your 2 o'clock?

Kevin, has a Veronica Wilson

called in,

to make her next appointment?

She still hasn't,

but I'll be sure to let you know

when she does, I got you.

Damn.

Oh, matter of fact, you know

her number's on the file, right?

I'm just saying.

I know.

But what do I always tell you?

Not to eat chocolate

at work again.

If I want to k*ll myself,

do it on my own time.

The other thing.

To be patient.

I'm letting her come to me.

Why did you come here?

If I have to be honest,

I didn't think it would take you

this long to come back.

Hey.

Hey, hey.

I hope you don't mind.

The door was open and I just...

Excuse me, miss,

what's your name?

Veronica.

Veronica.

Yes, Veronica Wilson.

- I had an appointment.

- Yeah.

You called yesterday,

but your phone was like

a little static.

What you got,

a little android or something?

Thank you, Kevin.

Okay.

Um, do y'all need anything?

- I'm fine.

- You sure?

I'll be right out here

if you do.

Kevin, close the door.

Well, I'm gonna do some

paperwork or something.

Did you tell him about me?

Uh, did I...

Please, take a seat.

I'm glad you decided

to come back.

Can I ask you a question?

More questions?

I know.

You know, you're not paying me

to learn about me.

Or are you?

I was just wondering

if it's at all possible

to have sessions elsewhere.

Elsewhere?

I know that's unprofessional.

I just think that

a different environment

might help me

communicate better.

I understand.

I know a place.

Is this better?

Much better.

You know, I'm the same way.

What do you mean?

How about just this

once we talk about you?

Well, I appreciate

what you're doing.

It definitely helps.

Yeah.

I have an idea.

Instead of these being like

typical therapy sessions,

why don't we be friends?

What do you mean, friends?

I mean, instead of us

meeting at my office

once a week,

we can meet at other places.

Like dating?

Uh, no, not like dating.

Just until you feel comfortable.

I'll choose the next place.

Okay, okay, okay.

Okay.

You okay?

I can't believe I agreed to it.

What were you expecting?

Dinner and movie?

Maybe.

You come here a lot?

I used to.

My parents used to bring me

and my sister here all the time.

Why used to?

Is it me or does it seem like

every family has that

one family member that

keeps everyone together,

the person that keeps

everyone in check?

No matter what they did,

if the family messes up,

you forgive family and move on.

That's it.

Seems that way.

Yeah, that's...

that's what my mom was for us.

She, uh, she kept us together.

Me, my dad, and my sister.

She was always there...

until she wasn't.

What happened to her?

She died, and none of us

were ready for it.

How did she pass?

I remember her telling me

I was gonna have a baby brother.

But she died giving birth.

What about the baby?

Baby didn't make it, either.

Things changed.

You and your family

ever since, huh?

Yeah, it's been a while,

but for years I just tried

to stay in front of it,

not face it, but I miss my mom.

I miss my family.

You and your family been

distant with each other

ever since your mom?

Yeah, I've been distant,

we've all been distant.

Yeah.

It happens that way sometimes.

Even though your mother is

no longer with us, I'm sure...

she'd want all of you

to still be close,

still love each other.

Maybe you can be

that person now.

People, I can't say

why people fascinate me so much.

If I had to give a reason,

it's because

we're so different...

each and every one of us.

We constantly change.

Could I?

Wash me in the water

Cleanse me

in the mercy of your love

I need a heavenly touch

'Cause I'll be back sliding

I need a little

guiding for my soul

Only heaven knows

'Cause I just need

Oh, a helping hand

That's gonna understand

It's gonna help me stand

'Cause I just need

Oh, a helping hand

That's gonna understand

It's gonna help me stand

Every now and then

I get a feeling in my bones

That I'm just

wandering on my own

So I hit my knees

And I'm crying now please

Oh Lord, won't you bring me

back home?

Yeah

Wash me in the water

Cleanse me in the mercy

of your love

I need a heavenly touch

'Cause I'll be back sliding

I need a little guiding

for my soul

Only heaven knows...

sh*t.

Hey, Daddy.

- Hey.

- Good to see you.

Did you miss me?

- How are you?

- Hey, Emma.

- Good to see you.

- Nice to see you.

Daddy, this is-

Malcolm.

Hey.

How you doing?

I'm good.

Small world.

Wait, how do you two know

each other?

Oh, you're a patient of his?

Not of his.

His partner, Calvin.

I've known Malcolm

for a few years.

Him and Calvin,

they're good men.

Okay.

Well, this is my sister, Emma.

Please don't say it.

We've met, actually.

Oh, really?

Okay, well...

I'm sorry.

I got, I got to take this.

Hello?

Yeah.

- Okay.

- Always busy.

Yeah, I'm on my way right now.

Okay.

I'm sorry, I gotta,

I gotta to take off.

- Seriously?

- Yeah, it's... it's work.

Okay.

Hey, I'll see you soon.

I'm sorry, he's...

You wanna sit?

How did I miss this...

projection?

It was obvious.

But I've been too consumed

with you, I missed it.

I know this is it.

Maybe it should be.

I'm losing myself to this woman.

Once Emma tells her

what happened, that's it.

Are you okay?

Um...

Malcolm, I've been there.

I want you to know that

if you need someone to talk to,

I'm here for you.

Talk about what exactly?

Actually, yeah,

I actually do need

somebody to talk to.

What do you know?

I, uh...

I've been there.

Yeah.

We've all had our hearts broken.

I'll be... here for you

if you need someone any time.

Melissa, I wanna...

I wanna ask you a question.

Okay.

And I want the truth.

How do you know Veronica?

I don't know anyone

named Veronica.

I don't know

what you're talking about.

You don't know

what I'm talking about.

You know, uh, not too long ago,

you told me that...

you care about me.

I do.

As you see me.

I do.

All I, all I want is the truth.

I... hired her.

Wait, what?

I hired her.

I hired her to hurt you

the way that you hurt me.

You f*cked my sister?

Huh?

You were there with Zach

for the same reason I was.

You were hired to be with me?

Um, excuse me, sir.

Do you need me to reschedule

your next appointment?

No, Kevin, it's, uh, it's okay.

You could send him in.

I'm sorry.

Johnathon, hey, how's it going?

Uh...

Yeah, I understand.

Have a seat.

Sounds like you're having

some lady problems of your own.

Yeah.

Where's Hilda?

It's just me today.

Um...

I thought

I wanted what you wanted,

Johnathon, love, a family.

Looks like neither

one of us is getting that.

Nine days since we last talked.

We have more in common

than I knew,

both living two lives.

For a moment, I thought

I wanted more with you.

What can I say?

I tried to stop thinking

about you, but yet I come here.

I wonder

if I ever crossed your mind.

Mind if I join you?

Please do.

What brings you here?

You.

- Look, I'm sorry-

- What happened between me-

Wow, this is crazy.

This isn't me.

I don't, I don't do this.

Do what?

Fumble over my words,

not sure what to say.

This is, uh,

definitely new territory for me.

Well, then let me go first.

I was hired to hurt you.

Hired?

Wow. Let me, let me

ask you a question,

if you didn't, would you give

a refund or that you just...

Malcolm,

I don't do relationships.

Okay?

Uh-huh.

It's hard for me to trust

and not because

some guy broke my heart

or anything like that,

it's just...

My parents, for example,

my dad was all about my mom

and now that she's gone,

he's in constant pain,

pain that I don't ever

want to experience.

Okay?

And I've learned that everything

has an expiration date.

Even love.

I don't do relationships,

either.

I don't believe in them.

I believe that everything

is temporary,

that we all drain

the special moments

in our lives so much,

they're no longer special.

Then I met you

and every moment was special.

Like you said, everything

has an expiration date,

so with the little time

we have left with our lives,

I don't want to waste another

moment without you in it.

I'm not saying

let's go get married

or anything like that,

I'm just saying time

without you in it is

a waste of time.

Malcolm, I'm sorry,

I just-I can't.

You followed me?

You recorded our conversation?

I did.

You plan on releasing it?

I do.

Good.

I thought you didn't

want them to know.

I want them to know.

Wait.

Malcolm.

She knows the truth, who I am.

There's only one thing left

for me to do.

He should just mind

his own damn business.

Like, why are you doing this?

He wears a mask.

If anyone knows

who this man is, tell us.

I don't think he is real.

I don't think he is real.

Did you see the video?

He looks pretty real.

- He helped me.

- He helped me.

- I love him.

- I love him.

I think he's dreamy.

It's this envelope

with the word Truth.

Messiah.

Many of you

have questioned if I exist,

by now,

you know the truth, I do.

I have made a serious

impact on the lives

of many with my line of work.

You have questions,

but your biggest question is,

who am I?