04x10 - Diego's Wipedown

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Hi. Can I help you?

I hope so. My name is Liana. I'm looking for Jax Novoa. He said I could find him here?

Mrs. Novoa.

It's Woods. Ms. Woods.

Is Jax here?

Not right now, but he will be soon.

Do you think I could wait inside?

I don't think it's safe for me out here.

I think I'm being followed.

Of... of course.

Who would be following you?

I'm not sure.

I don't know what you've heard, but things have been a little bit chaotic for our family lately.

Man, I love mysteries!

Get down!

Oh, no! The door, we forgot to lock it!

Quick, cast a spell!

It's too late!

♪♪
♪ I cast a spell ♪
♪ It takes a hold of you ♪
♪ I see my dreams ♪
♪ And they're all coming true ♪
♪ Come on, let's go ♪
♪ You and me together ♪
♪ Look up ahead ♪
♪ It's a magical adventure ♪
♪ Every witch way-ay-ay-ay ♪
♪ I'm trying every witch way-ay-ay-ay ♪
♪ I'm going every witch way-ay-ay-ay ♪
♪ Every witch way ♪

It's no time to be timid, no time for alarm.

Now protect us all from this intruder's harm.

Jax?

Em?

Jax.

Mom!

Hey! Feeling kinda left out over here.

Mom, what are you...

Whoa!

Ow.

A little help?

Sorry.

We thought you were someone else.

We'll give you two some privacy.

We will?

You... you came.

Of course I did.

Did you think I'd pass up another chance to see you again?

No, it's just... well, we never got the chance to...

I just have so much that I have to...

I know.

You must have a million questions.

Did you know where I was living?

How come you didn't come and get me?

Can you move your nostrils like this?

I know Dad can't, so it must be, like, a hereditary thing.

I must've gotten it from you.

I know we have a lot of catching up to do, and I think I can answer everything, but we should probably start from the beginning.

We've decided to have Jessie evaluated.

"We"?

Myself and the Council.

I'll be taking her into the Realm later this week.

They'll be able to assess her prowess.

Jake, I don't know about this...

I'm trying to raise powerful witches and wizards, Liana.

Ones that are capable of ruling the Realm one day.

Well, I'm trying to raise happy kids, Jake.

Ones that will be capable of being happy and healthy one day.

Such low expectations.

I'm taking her, and that's final.

Ms. Woods: I knew if he took her, she'd never be mine again.

I don't know much about the Realm, but I know it's a dangerous place.

So I did what any protective mother would do.

I planned to leave with both of you.

Mr. Novoa: Liana?

I knew it might be my only chance to save Jessie.

I wanted to take you so badly.

I still think about it every day.

Whatever you're thinking or feeling, I want to hear it. Please.

That was... intense!

So why didn't you come back for me?

I went to the Van Pelts for protection.

I knew I couldn't hide from your father on my own.

They said it was too risky for me to come back and get you.

(sighs) Making walls in my sleep... why did I have to be such a wizard wunderkind?

Honey, you didn't know what you were capable of.

You were only seven.

Look, none of that matters now.

We're together, and we have to get Jessie back so we can all be together.

Look, here.

This is yours.

Captain El Capitan! This was my favorite!

I mean... it's kind of cool for a toy.

It's okay, I'm not gonna make fun of you.

Just this once.

Dad said he accidentally threw this out.

No, I kept it this whole time.

I knew you'd want it back if I ever got the chance to see you again.

But you're too big.

So many years.

Did you see that?

How I held myself back from dissing Jax?

I've grown so much.

Emma?

Yo, Em! You okay?

Yeah, it's just... well, losing your mom and then getting her back?

I'd do anything to have that.

(knocking)

Maddie-Winky?

How's it going in here?

Did you find something that screams "reunion fab"?

What... what is that?

Oh, relax.

It's Italian.

Oh, is this some new trend that I haven't heard about?

Oh! If it is, could you get me one in fuchsia?

It's my...

"lay in bed and wallow in misery" outfit.

Oh.

Well, in that case, it's nothing that a quick makeover won't fix.

Girls?

Look, I'm not going to the reunion.

I'm not sure I'll ever get out of this bed... or out of this onesie ever again.

Ooh! Does that mean your shoe collection will be up for grabs?

Yeah, yeah, it's all yours.

Oh... she's so beautiful.

Even in ketchup.

Okay, so I've been giving it a lot of thought lately, and I think it's definitely time.

I mean, I think I know more about witches than some witches do!

Wait. That might sound too cocky.

And insulting. Does it?

I don't know!

Hey, let me ask you something.

Oh, sure. It's not like I'm the only server in the middle of a super-busy restaurant.

Great, okay, look, so I've been working on this Guardian pitch for Emma.

You know, I'm ready for my formal training, but I can't start without her approval.

So, here it goes.

Emma... Great speech, she'll love it.

Thanks. What... hey!

You know what? That's actually pretty good.

Wha... Maddie?

Can I exchange this for a different face?

Hey, Em. Do you want some leftover fries?

Hello?

Earth to Emma!

Sorry.

Are you okay?

You seem a little out of it lately.

I'm fine. I've just been thinking about her a lot lately.

My mom.

Oh.

I'm sorry, Em.

I know how much you miss her.

But... hey, think of all the positives.

You know, I mean, you have your dad, you have Jax, and, best of all, me!

And you're all so great.

It just... it would've been nice to have someone around who knows what I'm going through.

This Chosen One stuff can get... heavy.

Well that's why you have a Guardian.

It's not the same.

Well, what if your Guardian was also your best friend?

'Cause you see, I've been thinking, and I know so much about witches...

Wait, no, that's not how I was gonna start it 'cause I... I just think that sounds a little too cocky, but anyway, you know, the Guardian training?

Yeah, me... I just think it's time, don't you think?

Especially right now, with everything going on.

It would have been nice to have her around.

Wait, Em. Did you hear what I said?

Guardian training?

Honestly, it's not a good time.

Like I said, I got a lot going on.

But... you said that, when the time was right, you know, you'd have my back.

And... and the time just feels so right, so I thought... I said it's not a good time.

Dinner's almost ready.

Francisco's famous jalapeno and bok choy quesadillas.

Will you be joining us, Andi?

Jalapeno and bok choy?

You know, I would love to, but, um...

I was just leaving.

Dad? Oh!

It's "Chef Dad" right now.

Do you remember when this picture was taken?

Uh, no, not really.

sh**t. I forgot the peanut butter.

You know, I'm gonna run to the store and get some.

There's no peanut butter in your jalapeno bok choy quesedillas.

I know, but this is a new recipe that I'm trying out.

It's Jalapeno, bok choy, peanut butter quesadillas.

Why don't you ever talk about her?

Sweetie, I... I mean, this is the only picture I even have of her.

Don't you have more?

Well, I...

You can't possibly understand what it's like for me not to have a mother around.

Emma!

Great. And you don't have anything to say for yourself?

I...

You could at least make an effort!

(fire alarm beeping)

Oh! Aah!

There. No more reminders of Diego.

(cell phone beeping)

Maddie!

Sophie!

You were supposed to be watching her!

The deal was too good to pass up.

Mint chip and the toothpick?

I had to take it!

It doesn't matter.

He didn't pick up anyway.

Look, you need to move on from Diego.

You need to forget about how he makes you laugh.

And how nice he is to you.

And how he puts up with your moods.

And how protective he is of you.

And how cute you two are together.

Oh forget it, you need to go get him back!

You're right!

I do.

And who cares what my mother thinks?

What are you gonna do?

Well, he's still mad at me, so I have to win him back.

Rom-com style.

Em?

I'm sorry about before, Em.

The fire alarm went off, and I was...

Emma?

Look, Gigi, are you happy?

I'm taking out the trash, just like you asked.

I didn't ask you to do that.

Oh, really?

'Cause it's not like I'm waiting on all of these tables by myself and nursing a broken heart while you... (muttering) all day long!

You're right. I'll take it out.

Maddie?

Gigi?

You're not supposed to be here!

What are you do...

(whispering indistinctly)

This is so cute!

Come on.

What?

What? What are you doing?

Come on!

Gigi, I have to work, what are you doing?

Stop, what are you doing?

What is this?

This is my apology.

Diego Rueda... would you... would you like to be my date to the Van Pelt Family Reunion?

No.

I'd love to be your date.

Katie!

Oh, right. Got it.

I'm sorry! I'm sorry!

I'm jealous of you, Jax.

Wait. What?

Wait, let me try that again.

I'm happy for you but upset for myself.

It's hard to describe.

I was watching you and your mom today, and I can't help thinking I wish I had a chance at that.

Wow...

I'm sorry, Emma.

I wish I had the chance to give you that.

I would in a second.

Look at the bright side of things.

You have an amazing parent who really, really cares about you.

Thanks for meeting me here.

I really need your help, and it doesn't seem like anybody else wants to listen.

I know how that feels.

I mean, I tried to talk to Emma to get this whole Guardian thing going, and she completely blew me off!

It's just that. I don't understand why you guys brought me back here.

Yeah, and then she tried to talk me into this whole "not the time" bit, and I'm just like, uh, "no time like the present time," I mean, am I right?

I was happy where I was.

And now Billy is gone, Mia hates me, some other family probably runs the sanctuary.

(both sighing)

Good talk. Totally.

So, why'd you wanna meet me here?

I need you to set up a meeting between me and the Council.

Me? Why me?

Well, Diego's not exactly the Council's favorite.

And I wanna steer clear of that whole Maddie situation.

Forget about Emma.

Oh, uh...

I'm sorry, I just don't know what I could do for you.

I'm not even a Guardian.

But you're clever, and you're resourceful, and you can pretty much convince anyone of anything.

I can, can't I?

Please.

I'm running out of options.

You know what? I'll do it.

Plus, this will show the Council that I can take initiative.

You know, I need to start taking matters into my own hands.

Awesome, thanks.

Ursula.

Magnificent to see you, my dear.

Well, the pleasure is all mine, Roland.

And where is that lovely daughter of yours?

Murgatroyd?

You know my Maddie-winkie, she always has to look just perfect.

She'll be down shortly.

Mrs. Van Pelt! We had a deal.

You told us we didn't have to be waitresses at the party as long as...

As long as you made sure Maddie was here, and she's nowhere to be found.

People are starting to ask questions.

There she is!

Aah!

Aah!

The crab puffs are fabulous!

(clears throat) Hello, Mother.

What is he doing here?

Maddie, if people find out who he is, we're going to be in serious troub...

Oh, hi, you're back.

Is this Murgatroyd?

And I was just asking your mother about you.

Um, actually, it's Maddie.

What's that horrid smell?

(sniffing)

Oh, you know what that must be?

It must be the cheese.

It's, oh, it's... it's very ripe.

And... and... which means it's quite fancy.

No, no.

It smells like onions mixed with rotten eggs and... and seaweed.

Well, seaweed is a delicacy in some countries.

You know, our ancestors used to say that the Kanay smelled of the exact same combination.

(all laughing)

Oh, that is ridiculous!

Oh, Kanays have been extinct for years.

Yes, no way it could be a Kanay.

No, no, no. No way.

Maybe this was a bad idea.

Maddie... you have got to get him out of here!

If he leaves, I leave.

You can't leave!

Oh?

Well, then I guess we're staying.

If you see her, please have her call me, okay?

Wait. She's walking in.

Thanks again, okay? Bye.

Before you say anything, I just want to tell you I'm sorry.

Sorry? You know how worried I've been?

You missed dinner.

Dad, I was wrong to get upset with you.

I just feel... confused lately.

And it's not your fault.

You've been the best parent a girl could ask for.

Here, I...

I dug this up in my closet.

Come take a look.

I miss her too, Em.

You remind me so much of her.

Wow, she looks so beautiful.

You think I could keep these?

Of course.

Hey, if you're hungry, I...

I think I have a few jalapenos that are not burnt.

I mean, it's not much of a meal...

Whatcha doin'?

Um, ahem, shouldn't you be in bed?

Can't sleep.

Were you just playing with a Captain El Capitan action figure?

No!

No, it's cool.

At home I have one that looks exactly like...

Wait. This is mine!

Actually, it's mine.

Or was mine.

But this one has the mark on his foot from when I dropped him from the roof.

You did what to my Captain El Capitan?

But where did you find him?

I hid him in a secret hiding spot only Mom...

Wait, is Mom here?

Ohh, I don't want to leave!

I really like it here, Jax.

And it's awesome having Dad around, and I like hanging out with you.

Sometimes.

Well, she's not here-here.

But, yes, I did see her.

And I'll see her again tomorrow.

Jessie, you should come, she misses you.

I'll think about it.

Ahem.

You forgetting something?

Thank you all.

May I have your attention please?

I am thrilled to host all of you at our humble abode of merely 6,000 square feet for this special evening.

Tonight... we select the leader of the Van Pelt Coven that will take our Coven into the new era!

The votes have been tallied, and the results are in.

Underneath that plate sits the name of our new leader.

Oops! Wrong platter.

Oh!

Okay.

And the leader of the prestigious Van Pelt Coven is...

Ursula!

What? Ursula?

I'm Ursula! I'm Ursula!

I'm Ursula! Aah!

Oh, well, wow.

I... I guess, since I'm up here, I... I... I might as well give a little speech.

Oh my goodness.

I don't have anything prepared.

Oh my...

"What It Means to Be a Van Pelt," by Ursula Van Pelt.

V is for...

(slow clapping)

What it means to be a Van Pelt is that you are a thieving destroyer of lives.

(people ooh-ing, gasping)

You have some nerve showing your face here, Jake Novoa!

You all tore my family apart.

And I couldn't think of a better time to return the favor.

I mean, the g*ng's all here, right?

You wouldn't.

Please, I'm more powerful than all of you.

Mom?

So, this is your daughter.

Perfect.

You took my daughter away, how about I make yours disappear?

No! No!

Who did that?

I did!

A Kanay?

I knew I smelled something foul!

Oh!

(grunts)

(people cheering, clapping)

What is everyone looking at?

(laughing)

That's Maddie's boyfriend.

He's my boyfriend!

I just don't think she's ready, Mom.

I'm not surprised.

Jessie's always been a very strong personality.

But she'll come around, we just have to keep trying.

If I can help in any way, just say the word.

Emma, you've done enough, letting us meet here.

I know this won't bring your mom back, but if you ever need a woman's take on things, you can come to me anytime you want.

Thank you, Miss... Woods is it?

Please, call me Liana.

Liana.

My father actually just found this old picture of her.

Oh, she's beautiful.

It's nice to have.

It helps keep her memory alive.

If only we could turn back time, right?

What if I can?

What was that, Em?

What?

Oh, nothing.