01x118 - Episode 118

[bunniefuu]

-What did she do now?
-Nothing. [scoffs]

You always start there,
don't you?

Waiting for a tornado to land
and hoping it's not on you.

You've been holding your breath
for your mother

your whole life, huh?

You don't understand Mama
at all.

Does anybody?

For most of my life,
she was like my best friend.

Like, her giant imagination,
her ability to improvise--

it made my childhood magical.

Like, she stuck these little
glow-in-the-dark stickers

-on my ceiling so I could have
stars in my room.
-Mm-hmm.

And when
Alan didn't measure up,

she became double the parent.

She was a great mother.

And after Alan died?

The money dried up,

and Mama started using her gifts
for evil.

Ah. So you think

this new inheritance will put
the genie back in the bottle?

A daughter can dream.

Well, I hope,
for our sakes, you're right.

But whatever happens, you need
to stop holding your breath.

And how do I do that?

By having another place
you can call home

with me, Martin, the kids.

And, one day, with Kat.

[scoffs]

You had me till that last one.

Look, I can get
behind more family,

but I'm not giving up on Mama.

Okay, here's a way you can
dip your toe in the water.

I came by because Kat's launch
for ChelseaKat is tonight.

Now, Martin and Samantha
will be there,

Andre will be there
taking photos,

and I want my daughter
on my arm.

What do you say?

Join your family tonight.

Just when I thought
you were the sweetest guy ever,

you drive across the state
and back for me.

I cannot believe half our
shipment went to another club.

Thanks again.

I'll see you soon.

Crisis averted.

Wait. What's wrong now?

Do you think that was it?

The bad thing that needs
to happen?

Don't start. You conquered
your fears of the runway.

You will conquer this too.

Don't go thinking yourself
into a spiral.

Whenever something
really good happens,

there's just always
something bad to counter it.

You really think

the universe
is requiring a trade

for our successful event?

You get a million followers,
and our bank accounts explode,

but only if we guarantee
our firstborn child?

More like we aren't allowed

to have all the nice things
all at once.

Madison said
the psyche protects itself

from change,
even if it's for good.

Oh, yeah? And what else
does the good doctor say?

[laughs] She also said

that there's nothing
that can happen tonight

that we can't power through.

The "wonder cousins"
can handle it all.

-Wonder cousins.
-Mm-hmm.

Okay, I like it.

And she's right.

All we have to worry about now

is champagne problems.

Should we have gotten
a bodyguard

to keep the paps away?

Where should we vacay first
with this influx of cash?

You are literally immune
to imposter syndrome.

It's like you took a dip
in the Dupree gene pool

and drained all the confidence.

It's because of you, Chels.

I am unequivocally behind you
and your vision for our brand.

I have total faith
in what we built together.

-Really?
-Yes, wonder cousin.

You are a revolution.

Every girl is gonna want one
of your designs on their arm.

From the bags.

Then it'll be the clothes,
the footwear.

Maybe...

we even take on home goods.

[both laugh]

Tonight's just the beginning.

Up next: global brand dominance.

I can see it.

You should be leading a country,
not a fashion brand.

[Kat laughs]

Ah, maybe in my spare time.

But who's up next?

-ChelseaKat.
-Oh, no, ma'am.

Say it like you mean it.
Who is up next?

ChelseaKat!

BOTH: ChelseaKat! Yeah!

[both laughing]

Oh, cousin. Oh.

♪ ♪

[laughing]

Who's ready to pre-party?

NAOMI: Oh, we're actually early
for being early.

-I'll take that.
-Well, we brought extras

because once
the Duprees start toasting,

we might
run through your cellar.

Oh, that's so thoughtful, love.

And so is hosting
this little soiree.

Can you believe your grandbabies
are all grown up

and making their own label?

Grands, it's genius.

We can get our mush out
before we're in public.

Oh, I can't make
that kind of promise.

Your mood does not match ours.

We don't want
to spoil the celebration.

-What is it now?
-NAOMI: I know I've been

pushing everyone to go
to the doctor

-since my dad had his stroke--
-No, nothing like that.

Your grandmother
and I are fine.

Okay. Thank God.

Well, anything else,
we can handle.

NAOMI: Yeah.

Don't speak so soon.

Ted, I really appreciate you
for inviting me.

-You're my daughter.
-But so is Kat.

And she shouldn't have
to share you on her big night.

Besides, she'll see it as me
somehow trying to sabotage her.

You know, there's gonna
to come a time

when missing each other's
big moments will be unthinkable.

This can be a step
in the right direction, huh?

Ted, if I show up tonight,,
it'll be a step off the cliff.

Okay, okay, maybe I took
that too far.

But I'm not giving up on the
idea of you two being friends,

just like I'm not giving up
on my marriage,

papers or not.

Okay. So maybe it's not a night
of sisterhood,

but maybe it's the night
for you and Nicole.

All caught up
in your baby girl's success.

I can see it happening.

-Now who's the optimist?
-[knocking]

Mama is ready
to take you to dinner,

and then we're
going shop... ping.

Unless you already have plans.

No, I'd love to go.
Let's do it.

Dana.

I'd invite you, Teddy Weddy,

but apparently, the stench

of new money
doesn't work for you.

Maybe you could think of it
as Dupree money.

I mean, that's the kind of stuff
you can't get enough of, right?

-Hmm.
-Hmm.

Naomi, did your mom tell you

about the trust
I set up for Barbara?

Yeah. You funded the trust based
on what Barbara would have made

if she stayed
in the Articulettes.

It's such a beautiful gesture.

Yes, well, over the years,
the fund has grown.

Gran's being modest.

Due to her investment savvy,
it's now a veritable fortune.

You did the right thing, Mom.

Barbara's family deserves
to be taken care of.

Thing is...

the money's fallen
into the wrong hands.

Well, you should be indemnified

against any liabilities,
and there's--

Leslie Thomas has
gotten her hands on the trust.

Don't tell me that vulture
seduced one of Barbara's heirs.

Or is she pimping out
that daughter of hers?

No. No one knew until now.
Not me.

Not even Leslie. No one.

She is Barbara's heir.

She's her daughter.

-What?
-Oh, Gran. No.

If she's Barbara's daughter,
I'm Serena Williams.

Well, then call me Venus.

As un-tempting
as that invitation was,

I have another engagement.

Good luck tonight, Ted.

Thank you.

[door closes]

So, what's he need luck for?

There's an event tonight
with his kids.

And he didn't invite you?

He did, but I'd much rather
spend time with you.

So, where are we eating?

I made dinner reservations
at the club.

What?

You and your father practically
have your own table there.

I'm not about to wait around
so you can dig through

your wig collection
and create a whole new face

just so we can eat dinner.

Okay. So, I mean,
what's that supposed to mean?

What are you talking about?

I go there with Ted
as his guest.

You don't have a pass.

You'd have to come up
with one hell of a disguise

just to get past the maître d'.

You know, you're right.

I mean, the club does have
very high standards,

and the best of the best
get in.

Like moi.

Come again?

Or is it that, uh,

you have to have a big ol' check
with a whole lot

of zeros behind it? Hmm.

Okay, can you cut the theatrics
and speak English?

Baby, you are looking
at a brand-new,

bona fide member of the club.

-Mm-hmm. [laughs]
-What?

Oh, yes, baby. Take it in.

Take it all in.

Wait, wait, you serious, Mom?

-You joined?
-[laughs]

I just signed on the dotted
line just this afternoon,

and, um, I want you
to come with me

to this illustrious
establishment.

Help your mama pop that cherry.

You are out of control.

And hungry. I'm very hungry.

So listen, they've got
this tasting menu, of course.

-Mm-hmm.
-And so I was thinking
about eating everything on it,

and using my little pinky
in the air as I do so.

Yum, yum, yum. Hmm? You in?

-I'm in.
-Yes!

[both laugh]

And I want you to remember this.

-What?
-I need us

to act like
we've been somewhere.

'Cause, honey,
we about to be somebody.

Come on, step.

Well, I'll try my best
not to embarrass you.

-Oh, thank you.
-Mm-hmm.

Okay, I'm gonna head over early

so Tomas can help me
put the bags

in the display cases
while you...

Set my face
and then pick out some shoes.

-Really?
-Fine.

I'll be right behind you,
promise.

Great. I'll meet you at
the Grands at champagne o'clock.

Can our fam
get any more adorable?

Before you go, I wanted to
give you your flowers privately.

You've heard of work wives.
You're my work sister.

Well, more like
my sister sister,

outside of Naomi.

I sound like a drunk
maid of honor.

Point is, I love you so much.

And ChelseaKat would not
be here if it weren't for you.

-You're the artist--
-Ah, ah, ah, ah.

No interruptions.

You took my ideas
and made them into a reality.

You built this brand
from the ground up,

created a business plan,
chose manufacturers.

And without you, I probably

would have never
stood up to Mom.

You would have gotten there
eventually.

Maybe, but maybe not.

Without you, I'm just... less.

Less brave, less fierce.

Thank you for kicking my butt
when I need it,

and having my back, always.

Being that Dupree is a lot,

but I can't imagine doing it,

doing life without you.

I love you so much.

[sniffles]

-Oh, I have
to touch up my makeup.
-[laughs]

Mmm. [laughs]

Well, you will never
have to worry about that

because I am not going anywhere.

Maybe we ditch Tomas
and Madison

and just grow old together.

Share the studio
until we're gray.

-You know what? Deal. [laughs]
-[laughs]

Okay, okay, I have to go.

We have a very important event,
remember?

Okay.

Don't be late.

-I know, I know.
-Mm.

-Chelsea?
-Come on in, Dad.

-Hey.
-What are you doing here?

Is it the lawsuit?
Will this impact the launch?

No, no. No, sweetheart.

It's your father showing up
to say congratulations.

I didn't think you were
gonna make it tonight.

Oh, come on. Of course I would.
You're my baby.

Well, I thought that
you would need to be home

with Hayley after everything.

-Yeah.
-How is she?

Well, she's gonna be okay.

And the flowers you and Naomi
sent were lovely. Thank you.

And Hayley sends her
congratulations for the launch.

-Thanks.
-Yeah.

I love the name, by the way--
ChelseaKat.

Vernon used to call you two that
when you were little.

Always joined at the hip,
inseparable.

He said that it was easier
to call us by one name

'cause he knew
that we would be together.

Uh, we figured
it'd be a nice way to honor him.

Yeah, it is.

So, how you feeling
about the launch?

Really good.

The buyers are super excited

and our follower count
is climbing.

Hey. You should be very proud,
sweetheart.

I know I am.

I mean, startups can be a grind,

you know, not unlike, you know,
starting a new law practice.

But I want you to remember

to take care of yourself
during the process, okay?

I want you to eat,
take a lot of breaks.

I will, Dad.

Maybe even a break
or two with your old man?

Yeah, I can do that.

Good.

Guess I'll get out of hair,
let you finish getting ready.

And, uh, I'll see you tonight,
okay? Mmm.

I'll be the tall guy
in the back cheering too loud.

-"Hey, everybody.
That's my girl."
-[laughs]

Thanks for coming by, Dad.

Don't mention it.

Oh.

Dr. Montgomery.

Chelsea, why is my neurologist
making house calls?

Mr. Hamilton.

-Hi.
-Hi.

Dad, uh, Madison
is just dropping by

because we're... friends.

Oh. Okay. Well, finally,

one of your friends can
save my life in a pinch.

-It's good to see you.
-You as well.

Are you keeping
all your follow-ups?

Yes, Doctor.

Goodbye, Doctor.

[door closes]

Hi there... friend.

DANI:
As much

as it pains me to say this,

desperate times require
the skills of my ex-husband.

Mom, are you sure we want
to reengage Dad's services?

And are we all just going
to fake collective amnesia

about how dead-wrong he was
in handling Martin's troubles?

Obviously,
I'm not suggesting violence,

but on the right leash,

Bill is the best fixer
in the DMV.

His army of estate lawyers
can knock

until they find the back door
in any contract.

He's already told us
it's not possible.

I'd like a second opinion.

Naomi?

Well, once the trustees verified

Leslie's relationship
to Barbara,

that first check probably
rolled right out the door.

Yes, it did.
My lawyers confirmed it.

Then even Dad
will have zero basis

to take this to court.

So we're supposed
to just sit here

and welcome her
to our tax bracket?

We all share your outrage,
Dani, but it's a fait accompli.

And now the fun part.

Waiting to see

how Leslie weaponizes
that money against us.

It's really real, isn't it?

The event space is transformed
into a purse wonderland.

You and Chelsea made
this happen.

Displaying the bags
in museum cases?

Brilliant.

Now everyone will see them
for what they are.

Works of art.

Right? Ooh!

The cases.

Un-freaking believable.

If the Duprees make it,
they will break it.

Excuse me.

How many times
do I have to tell you

you don't belong here?

Kat, chill out, okay? There is
no reason to make a scene.

Oh, I'm gonna do more than that.

You are on a no-fly list
for my launch.

Take another step,
and I'll have you thrown out.

-I'd like to see you try.
-Nobody even knew it was here.

If I had a penny

for every coincidence
that put you in my path...

Kat, come on.

We're here
for our dinner reservation.

We'll be in the dining room
and out of your way.

Okay, Kat, where was that little
imaginary line I couldn't cross?

Whoop. There it is.

Tomas, call security.

[scoffs]
Honey, please.

Listen, I don't need to crash
nothing, Little Kitty Boo Boo.

You are looking
at the club's newest member.

[laughs]

Oh, my God.

I needed that.

Nice try,
but you couldn't afford

the dues, let alone
the initiation fee.

Kat, Miss Thomas has recently

come into some extra funds.

And you're just telling me this?

Wow. Sounds like
you need to talk to Mommy

and ask her to help you work
on your communication skills.

Ms. Thomas, Ms. Thomas. Lovely
to have you with us tonight.

Oh, thank you so much.

May I be the first
to show you the dining room?

Oh, absolutely.

-Right this way.
-Oh, uh, good luck tonight, Kat.

Mama, you're gonna love
the steak salad.

They have these
little crispy onion things

-that are to die for.
-Mmm. Delicious.

Hey, come on. You've been
hyper focused with the launch.

I didn't want to distract you.
Don't let this ruin your night.

Tell me I didn't just
screw everything up. I panicked.

I just didn't realize you
hadn't told him about us yet.

Not just about us.

Oh, babe, you haven't
told him about you?

We haven't had that
specific conversation.

We don't really talk a lot
after the divorce.

I mean, the stroke
shifted things,

but more into a
"I don't want you to die" place

and not a "I want to bring
my girlfriend over" place.

Are you afraid he might not be
as accepting as the Duprees?

I don't need his permission
to love who I want

any more than he needed mine
to marry that wicked... Hayley.

You're the least shy person
I know.

Something held you up,

and I told you
how long it took me

to tell my own dad,

so maybe you just need
a little more time.

Thank you for understanding.

-Well, friend...
-[both laugh]

It will be tough keeping
my hands off you tonight,

so we need some ground rules

if we don't want this
to turn into a coming-out party.

Should I hold back on the PDA?

No, no, no.
I'm not asking you to do that.

I mean, the rest of my family
knows about you,

and I want your hand
at the base of my back

sending chills up it.

Oh, well, then
your dad's gonna know.

Then it's his moment
to find out.

I don't need to make
a proclamation.

He'll either be happy for us
or learn to deal with it.

Okay then.

Well, I think I'm gonna need
a little bit more clarification

on what level of affection
is acceptable.

Yeah?

Is this okay?

Hm. Perfectly fine.

Are we approaching
the danger zone here?

Not at all.

Surely that's too much.

I'll tell you when to stop.

DANI:
It isn't fair, Mother.

Just tell me you weren't doing
any magical thinking

because that money
is not going to make

Leslie's tiny heart
grow three sizes

and leave us the hell alone.

ANITA:
I have no illusions
about that woman,

but we don't know if she intends
to wage w*r on our family.

What else would she do?

Dani, you and your sister
have never wanted for a thing.

That woman has seen some
lean days before this windfall,

and I know a bit about that.

So, who knows,
Leslie might indulge

in a more constructive course,

like buying a yacht
to circumnavigate the world

or-or an apartment in Manhattan.

So her ship's come in
and we're all just hoping

she gets out of dodge?

If this inheritance gets her
out of our lives,

-then good riddance.
-[doorbell chimes]

You think I'm being optimistic?

I think you're hoping
this will all just go away.

Because deep down,

you don't want to have to fight
Barbara's daughter.

There is some truth in that.

I know this woman, Mother.

She actually thinks
she's the woman scorned.

Leslie's not gonna stop

any more than I will.

Vanessa's got some news for us.

Oh, babe, um, this is not
the right time. Family meeting.

I saw all the cars in the drive.

I'm sorry, Dupree fam,
but I have some news,

and you're not gonna like it.

-We cannot do this in public.
-But we can do it right now.

[phone buzzing]

-It's Kat. [sighs]
-Oh, take it.

Are you on your way?

Not yet. Dad stopped by,
then Madison stopped by,

and I still need
to put myself together.

I'm going as fast as I can.

We're not crunched for time yet.

I just realized I should've
grabbed the PR bags so I could

set them up early.

Madison, do you mind
taking these gift bags

to my grandparents?

-Kat will meet you there.
-Of course.

That way I can make sure
I get the best one.

Madison, you are

-a lifesaver.
-Literally.

See you soon.

Now, how does anyone
expect me to be on time

with such a gorgeous
distraction?

Oh, no, no, no.

I will not be the reason
that you're late.

I plan to stay
on Kat's good side.

Okay. Thank you.
I'll be right behind you.

Yeah.

I don't know
what I did in a past life,

but showing that woman
house after house

in this neighborhood
is its own kind of hell.

Everything was too big
or too small

or too bougie
or not bougie enough.

Well, thank God
for small favors.

She put in an unsolicited offer
across the street.

VERNON:
The unmitigated gall.

sh**t, I hope that Jarvis
has honored

our 20 years of friendship and
told her where to put her offer.

They haven't responded yet.
Leslie gave them until midnight.

Well, they're not
going anywhere.

They just redid their pool.

The offer was significantly
over market.

They could be tempted.

Then Daddy can outbid her.

What's money for if not to keep

your daughter's ex's
crazy baby mama away?

I'll get my checkbook.

Then she'll just bid on
the O'Malleys or the Greenes.

We can't buy every house
on the block.

It's possible
something will come up

in the inspection
that will change her mind.

She hasn't even seen
the inside of the house.

Vanessa, thank you for softening
the blow, but this is happening.

If it's not that house,
it'll be another.

So, we just
best be prepared for it.

Irony's a mother.

I mean, if Leslie
had gotten paid sooner,

maybe she wouldn't have crashed
back into your life at all.

Yeah.

No Leslie would've meant no Eva.

Man, Ted.

You forgive with the same energy
I hold a grudge,

but... hey, she's your daughter.

You two really have gotten past
how she got into your life, huh?

She works with me
at the practice.

She lives in the same hotel.
She's bright and funny.

I learn something new
about her every day.

I'm just trying to do
what I can to make up

for lost time, I guess, huh?

Yeah, yeah, I hear you, brother.

Trying's got
to count for something.

Oh. Why don't we switch seats?

No.

I want Bill Hamilton
to see my rise

from the trembling little coward
he chased out of town

to the deserving socialite.

You are not a coward.

He is the creep
who threatened you.

Look, having me, protecting me,
nothing is more courageous.

I wish Barbara...

I wish my mother

had the same instinct
for self-preservation.

But when they stole
her dreams from her,

she just crumbled.

What happened to her
wasn't right.

The Duprees happened to her.

Look, I am so sorry, Mom.

She missed out on you and me.

But look, it still seems like
she's looking out for you,

making sure you don't
have to fight so hard.

To Barbara.

Thanks, Grandma.

And at no point did it occur to
you to stop your little sister?

I'm sorry,
but eight-year-old Chelsea

made a very compelling case

as to why she needed
to cut up that Hermès scarf.

So, Barbie needed
a new outfit for her trip

to the French Riviera.

How did I not see
she was a designer back then?

You know, the girls will have

more than enough support
without us.

Everyone will understand
if we skip this one.

I'm not gonna let that woman
ruin our celebration.

You just need a moment.

Why on Earth did I think we'd
end up anywhere else but here?

A couple months ago,
Bill and Hayley were

moving into Fairmont Crest,

and we thought
it was the end of the world,

but while it was awkward,
it wasn't.

Have you forgotten
your baby girl tried to sh**t up

their wedding
and nearly landed in jail

because of Bill's machinations?

True. True.

But Bill and Hayley stay
pretty much to themselves,

for the most part, and
they've proven to be manageable.

Yeah, well,
Leslie is not manageable,

and she is not the type
to try to blend into

the Fairmont Crest
society wallpaper.

So we'll handle her together

when she comes around
that mountain

or around that pickleball court.

Ugh. You know what?
Let's just set this aside.

I don't want Chelsea or Kat
to think anything's wrong.

-Hi, baby.
-Family.

-[Anita laughs]
-Hey.

-Where's Chelsea?
-On her way.

Well, you go on inside.
Granddad and I

are just gonna go see how the
hors d'oeuvres are progressing.

-Who's ready to toast?
-What are we toasting?

The fact that Leslie's
the long-lost daughter

of the Articulettes?

Or the fact that she and
her devil spawn are now rich?

-Kat...
-Seriously, guys,
are we dropping secrets

like Drake drops albums?
How could you not tell me?

Probably shouldn't ask, but

where are things with you
and the estranged missus?

She's been on a date.

-Oh.
-With my business partner.

Wait, she's dating Carlton?

Guy you've been friends with
since Banneker Med?

-Sheesh.
-Tell me about it.

Oh, wow, man, when did Nicole
take over the title

of Naughty Dupree Sister?

Who knows?

I don't have much of
a handle on her these days.

So, listen, I reached out
to that lawyer you recommended.

I'm still gonna need that
Bill Hamilton touch, though.

Unless you're ready
to hand over that torch

that you're
still holding for Nicole,

hiring me isn't gonna have
the desired effect, all right?

I don't deal in amicable.

I don't want
an amicable divorce.

I need help staying married.

I mean, look, I can
stall it out for you, man,

but if Nicole wants to
keep on moving on,

there's nothing I can do.

Just do your part
and let me do mine.

-Good night, Ted.
-Good night.

Just a friendly reminder,
club member to club member.

I'm not that same girl
you trifled with before.

I've learned
a few things since then.

Mama, you said
what you needed to say.

Let's go.

Wait, no, hold on, hold on.
Not so fast, Leslie.

You see, I think you have
a false impression

of how all of this works.

You might want to take
another glance

at your membership contract.

Harassment of another member
is grounds for expulsion.

You want to talk harassment
after what you did to my mother?

You think you can
intimidate me, Billy Goat?

You think you can make me
feel like I don't belong?

Yeah, well, you see,
I put down roots, okay?

And that is not gonna
happen this time.

So, I bought a house

right here in this neighborhood.

Ooh, it's a darling
little place.

Eva, you are going to love it.

It's right across the street
from the Duprees.

Kat, I didn't even know
when you were here earlier.

Granddad and I were gonna
tell you after the launch.

But I promise to fill you in
on every sordid detail tomorrow.

Tonight,
all you have to worry about

is making your dreams come true.

How am I supposed to think
of anything other than Leslie?

-What are we gonna do?
-Absolutely nothing.

We are celebrating
our dynamic duo tonight

and all of your hard work.

-Leslie can't touch that.
-Hear, hear.

We could not be happier for you,
and all these moments--

this is what
we are all fighting for.

Our family's reputation
has taken some hits

these past few months, but you--

you and Chelsea have given us
something to be proud of.

You're what makes
the Dupree name great.

Daddy,

you have to wait for Chelsea
before you start toasting.

[all laugh]

I do think
we should read Chelsea in

on the whole Leslie sitch.

You don't want her
to be blindsided at her party.

I'm surprised
she isn't here yet.

Um, Madison, have you spoken
to her since you left?

She said she'd be
right behind me.

You know her, she's probably

changing her shoes
for the third time.

[muffled screams]

Yeah. Ah, finally.

Martin and Samantha
have just pulled in.

At least two people
from my family

will be talking to me
at this party.

You mean, unless Martin
hasn't already heard

about your ex-mistress'
new digs?

You know, I really thought
we'd put Dana in our rear view,

but she's just made herself
a constant in our lives.

You know how small
Fairmont Crest is.

Nicole won't be able to move
without Dana being in her grill.

So, I take it that's a no
on shopping?

You know, all these years,
I thought you were miserable

because of the things
and people we didn't have.

Ted, money, support.

But you can't be happy
unless you're standing

on the neck of someone else.

Mama, this trust
is your chance to walk away

from all the petty crap,
all that need for revenge.

Okay, baby.

Come here.

You don't get it.

See, this is not just any house.

Honey, it's a mansion,
and it's for us.

And-and you can have
your own wing, okay?

And I can even
give you servants.

Yeah, and a view of the Duprees.

You could've bought any house
in town-- hell, the entire DMV--

but you had to have this house.

You want them to watch you
enjoying their money.

So?

I'm not like you. I don't
get off on everyone hating me.

You really don't get it.
They took my mother.

They took my man.
They threatened to take you.

You think that enough money
in the world

is-is going to make us even?

They are lucky
that I am content with some...

[grunts] real estate.

But you know what?
That may not even be happening.

What do you mean?

Okay, so I...

I exaggerated
about the purchase, all right?

And I gave them
this hefty offer

and they have until midnight
to accept it.

So, your little wish
may come true.

God, I cannot believe that
I have my own child as a hater.

I'm not hating.

-I'm just trying to think of...
-[phone chimes]

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

[gasps]
Oh! Scratch that.

[laughing]
They just took my offer!

Ooh, baby, I feel
a breakdance coming on.

Come on!
Dance with your mama.

[vocalizing]
Dance with me, baby.

Oh, yeah.
Take it old school.

Say what? Come on. [laughs]

Oh, stop it. Look at this.
This is beautiful.

Ding, dong.
The witch is not dead.

Well, there it is.

We will weather this storm.

Chelsea, remember that thing

about staying
on Kat's good side?

Where are you? Everyone's
been calling and texting.

Call me back.
Or just get here.

We're starting to get worried.

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I need to stake my claim
on Fairmont Crest.

ASAP.

-May I?
-Be our guest.

Uh-uh! Unhand me, demon!

You've seen things, Vanessa,

and I'm not in the habit
of leaving loose ends.

Are you threatening me?

You can't stop me
from growing up.

Samantha, there are
dangers everywhere.

Chelsea's not at the club.

Bring her home.

Hey!
Somebody, please help me!