03x17 - She Cancelled...

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Previously on Dynasty... What do you want me to do?

Pretend that me and Michael are still together, that I don't know you slept with him?

I can't believe I accused you of flirting with me.

:Oh. I mean, I definitelywas flirting with you.

This is my friend Ramy Crockett.

I know exactly who you are. You're the thief.

I want my son back. In exchange for your terminating your daughter's relationship with Liam, I'll blockthe sale of C.A. and make sure the company is sold to you.

♪ Father wears his Sunday best

♪ Mother's tired, she needs a rest ♪

♪ The kids are playing up downstairs ♪

♪ Sister's sighing in her sleep ♪

♪ Ah♪

♪ Brother's got a date to keep

♪ He can't hang around

♪ Our house... Voilà.

French toast, anyone? FALLON: Oh.

Is that what that's supposed to be?

I thought that was burnt garlic bread.

Toast Français?

Merci, but I don't think it's supposedto be blackened.

What in the name of Julia Childis going on here?

It's like a w*r zone. Everybody out.

Somebody had to take over the cooking duties.

Look, if I had known that Mrs. Gunnerson was gonna infect the entire staff with typhoid, then Liam and I would have waitedto move in. It's the flu.

Now, I will take care of the breakfast if you'll all just adjourn to the dining room.

Don't got to tellthis guy twice. BLAKE: Just help me figure out this stupid coffee maker, and I'll get out of your hair.

You're gonna break it, sir.

Oh, Cristal.

No need to rush.

There's plenty of "French toast" left.

I have to run, actually. I have a meeting about the fundraising gala for the clinic.

Oh, the hospital board approved your proposal?

That's fantastic. If you need me to call any of my big donors...

I have the foundation's list.

I don't need it mansplained.

I was just trying to help.

I gave you a chance to help, and you said no.

Wow. I am so sorry... that I was hereto see that. That?

Oh, that's just marriage. Cristal and I are fine.

Speaking of which, are you still going through with that Liam thing?

That "Liam thing"?

Meaning, getting married to the man I love?

Yeah. Yeah, we're still gonna do that.

Just asking. You already divorced him once.

Well, just trying to keep up with you.

Eh, I'll skip breakfast.

You're hovering.No.

Maybe it was your cologne that drew me in.No.

This is what you dowhen you want something.

You hover. Thank you.

Oh, well, you know, actually, now that you mention it, I was wondering if I could ask, you know, maybe, with my workload, I was thinkingmaybe I could get an assistant.

You know, it just would really help with all the events we have coming up and...

Sure. Get some résumés.

Wow. Maybe I should have asked for a raise, too.

Ooh. Is this dark chocolate?

Didn't I just give you something?

That's a thank you from Ramy for letting him stay here.

Hmm. Does this mean he's checking out?

Look, I know you're not a fan, but the guy just spent the last 36 months doing time for me.

No, not the cheese puffs.

No. I was saving those.

They have sentimental value.

The first thing that Ramy and I ever stole together was a bag of those.

Aw, he probably stole these, too.

Hey.

Ah. And there he is.

Hey, uh, you want to go check out that new Ethiopian spot?

Sure. Since someone's already eating my snacks.

Great, I'm starving.

Like I said, get some résumés and we'll talk about it later.

And no, not about your raise.

If you think this is even remotely acceptable, you are sorely s... Excuse me? Ms. Carrington?

Allison, you know howl told you never to interrupt me when I'm in an important meeting?

Well, that counts for unimportant ones, too.

I thought you might want to take a lookat these employee reviews.

Some of the ones about you are pretty scathing.

Ooh, I'll take them. No, no, no. No.

Give them to me. Come on.

Oh, God. Okay.

Well, you know what they say.

You're not a good boss unless some people hate you.

And I think you're a great boss.

All right.

Anyway, who decided I needed to put out a wedding announcement?

I did.

You can't send out your save the date before your announcement.

You have a history of failed marriages.

The fake one to Jeff, another fake one to Liam, and the one to Culhane that didn't even happen.

I just want to help you make this one work.

Shouldn't you be helping your son and nephew-husband recover from major surgery instead of bothering me?

Jeff is resting comfortably at home, thank you for asking, and Adam is already up on his feet.

All this dramahas just made me appreciate life, and all I want to do is spend time with my beloved daughter.

Oh, your daughter whose name is half the size of yours on her own wedding announcement?

After 28 hours of laborwith you, I deserve top billing.

Well, I'm amazed my name is even on the... Oh! Oh!

Oh, no, no.

I have been waiting for this.

It's a podcast about fashion and culture, where people call in and ask questions.

Sydney Newlove, right there, she has interviewed every major tastemakeron the planet over the last three years.

Who's that willowycreature next to her?

That's Gigi Henry, the fashion designer I have been cyberstalking for months, trying to figure outa way to get her to design my wedding dress.

But she's impossibleto pin down.

Well, so why don't you just callthis cute little show and ask her? Huh.

Sounds like you're giving meadvice, which would be a first.

Fortunately, I have alreadygiven myself that same advice.

So, if you don't mind, I need to make a call.

And don't even get me started on silk.

Worms have feelings, too.

I'm glad you're giving usanother chance, especially after...

The sex tape with my stepmother?

Well, if you want to be that specific, yeah.

Maybe we could just table that for good?

Speak of the devil.

Maybe if we're quiet, she'll just go away.

I can hear you in there.

Too late.

I hope I'm not interrupting anything scandalous that should be on camera for the show.

Well, you're the one who usually brings the scandal.

Oh, I like that. Maybe I shouldmake it my tagline.

"Dominique brings the scandal."

She also brings the birthday cake.

Or cupcake.

It's your birthday? Yeah.

Who told you?

The House of Deverauxhas an exquisitely thorough research department.

Obviously, we need to celebrate properly for the show.

Wait, before you decline, the new HoDtrailer makes you look like quite the hero, saving that little boy from drowning.

Nothing but flames in the comments section.

The Internet does love a hero.

Eh, I don't know.

You deserve a party.

What are you gonna do? Sit around here alone?

I guess that does sound a little depressing.

Great. Let's talk theme.

I was thinking something sexy, like maybe a pajama party.

And not just because I may bedoing a sleepwear line:

Doma-sleek by Dominique.

If we have the galaat the manor, then we could savea lot of money.

We just needto dress it up a little.

Oh, I've seen your house on Lifestyles of the Insanely Wealthy.

We might have to dress it down.

It's actually pretty homey.

Okay, don't you have a whole room just for g*ns?

That's pretty crazy. Even for Georgia.

No, it's just functional, really.Mm-hmm.

I'll have to give you a tour.

I'd love that. Get a chance to see your inner sanctum.

Didn't sound right.

You got a little...

We should really finish this.

Actually, let's do that later.

Um, I forgot that I have to be somewhere.

I'll see you later.

Fallon Carrington is on the phone.

She's a big fan of yours, and she has a request.

I rarely say this, but the feeling is not mutual.

Request denied.

So, who's next? What?

What? GIGI: I can't reward abusive behavior.

Even when it's a woman.

Especially when it's a woman.

Haven't you seen the Internet today?

Horrible bosses are so last decade.

That's a good point. Sorry, Fallon.

When was the last time we saw each other? Sundance?

Okay. What are they talking about?

The Internet loves me.

The employee reviews of you were leaked online.

And not the good one. What... leaked?

By who? I want that person fired immediately.

They don't work here. It was...

Oh, no, no, no, no.

No. Gigi just unfollowed me on Instagram.

And Twitter.

And TikTok.

Okay, what did theseemployee reviews say, anyway?

"Angry and cold"? Wow.

You don't think I'm angry and cold, do you, Allison?

Absolutely not.

No, absolutely not.

If anything, I am friendly and warm.

In fact, I am gonna show Gigi and the entire worldjust how friendly and warm I am, and then they will see that all of my employees are morons.

I don't think Gigi will take your calls.

But Sydney will. She's her best friend.

I'm gonna go on that podcast, I am going to explain that thiswas a huge misunderstanding, and I'm gonna show Sydney a softer and gentler side of Fallon.

And then she will convince Gigito design my wedding dress.

What's taking you so long?

As far as I can tell, Liam and Fallon are still just as happy as a couple of loons in love.

Well, Rome wasn't built in a day.

No, but it b*rned down in one.

Doing this quickly doesn't guarantee that this breakup will last forever.

Fortunately, I don't need forever.

I just need a couple of months to close a deal I have pending in Moldavia.

And hopefully at that point, Fallon and Liam will realize they're better apart, and we can all just move on.

Moldavia?

I'm on the verge of opening up their oil market.

Problem is, their king.

He's not exactly a prince.

And I know Liam, and he'll try to stop the deal.

Well, since when has Liam been involved in the company?

He's not, but he does receive a large block of shares when he gets married.

Shares that could make him avery big voice in this company.

But if he doesn't get married...

He gets no shares.

At least until you've finalized your deal and cashed in.

So, start burning.

Look, it's not gonna be a problem.

I know Fallon's weakness.

See, you never forget your first love.

I can use Michael Culhane to drive a wedge between Fallon and Liam.

Just don't get cold feet.

Honey, my feet don't get cold.

Fallon can always find another fiancé, but there's only one Carrington Atlantic.

And I will do whatever it takesto get it back.

Hey, it's been nice hanging out with you today.

Some light father-son bonding.

Well, I figured I might as well get to know Fallon's latest fiancé.

Oh, oh, oh.

Hey, I didn't know you were funny, too.

After a wife or three, I know marriage isn't easy.

I want the best for my daughterthat can be found.

Well, I may not be a Jonas Brother, but I think she's pretty happy.

Whoa, good putt.

Well, I agree.

She doesn't seem to be getting bored like she normally does.

You must be doing something right.

I think she's developing less of a taste for drama these days.

Fingers crossed.

These last few was nonstop drama.

Her and Culhane?

On and off like a light switch.

But, you know, they're still close, so it must haveended okay.

Yeah, we're, uh, we're going to his party tomorrow.

Well, that's very magnanimous of you.

Well, he was very supportive of Fallon duringyour amnesia spell.

Eh, like I said, they're close.

I'm glad someone was there for Fallon when I couldn't be.

But I'm back now.

Forever, this time.

Guess you read it wrong.

I appreciate all of your help, but I just feel like you can make a biggerimpact somewhere else.

Well, look, I'm not sure that I agree with that.

Maybe not, but I think you know why I'm saying it.

Look, all I know is that we're two adults who work well together.

Hey, hey, hey... there's my team.

Yourteam?

We are planning the clinic's fundraising gala.

Planning that I'm now supervising.

The board assigned me.

Well, tell them to assign you somewhere else.

You just hadmajor surgery.

Don't you wantto take some time off?

Nah, I have a little less liverthan before, but...

I'm feeling pretty good.

Look, I don't want to be here any more than you want me to be here, but the board has some issues with me.

Understandable. And I want to use this as an opportunity to make things right.

So this gala has to be a success.

So... we all want the same thing.Actually...

Father Collins was considering leaving the committee.

Well, now Father Collins is staying.

The board's very conservative, and they've made it clear they want this project to havea community engagement component as well as a religious one.

And you check both boxes.

You know, optics.

Should we get to work?

Welcome to Love, Sydney.

I'm sitting here withentrepreneur, fashion icon, and current centerof controversy, Fallon Unlimited CEOFallon Carrington.

Thank you for having me, Sydney, and thank you for allowing me the chance to clear my name so that all of your listeners...

And I do mean all of your listeners...

Can see what I'm really about... which is kindness.

Well, it wasvery brave of you to come on afterthe tweetstorm about those... employee reviews.

How does it feelto have the entire Internet against you? Well, I'm not sure I'd say

"entire," but, um, as you know all too well, I do feel there's a bit of chauvinism at play here.

Female bosses are judged more harshly than their male counterparts, even if their behavior is exactly the same.

Well, I won'tdisagree with that.

And I feel that Gigi...

Uh, an amazing fashion designer, and I really do love her so much...

I feel she might have been too quick to jump into the patriarchal swimming pool without hearing my side.

And what is your side?

Nice girls don't make history.

I mean, ever since my first lemonade stand, I was criticized for my attitude, but I never let it affect me.

Looks like you have a visitor.

Oh, no, no, no, no, no, that's just my mother.

Your mother?

Oh, she must have some stories.

Maybe you'd liketo come on the show?

She doesn't... I would.

Well, come on over, Mom.

Oh, finally.

You took your timeat brunch.

Ramy didn't have any nice clothes, so we stopped at the mall after.

And then we test-drove some Porsches.

Please don't tell me you boughthim a Porsche.

Or... stole one.

Relax, I'm just giving him the billionaire experience.

He's never done anything like that before.

Well, maybe if he had a job, he could do that for himself.

Well, good thing I told him we'd hire him.

"Hire him"?

To do what?

Well, you said you needed an assistant.

And I realized how much I miss having him around.

Okay, no.

No, no, absolutely not.

He knows nothingabout hospitality.

Well, neither did I when I started.

Neither did you.

I'll be stuck training him.

I'm sorry, Sam.

I don't think I can do this.

Well, Kirby, I'm not really asking.

And please don't make me choose between you two.

Because unless you're willing to do some jail time for me, then you'll probably lose.

And I just said, "Fallon, you need to stop crying.

"Making a million dollars on your first lemonade stand...

Well, honey, that just isn't realistic."

Adorable.

And-and fiction, unfortunately.

My mother has always had a, a flair for the dramatic.

Oh, and speaking of flare, I noticed a gorgeous, Gigi-designed fit-and-flare gown... hey, maybe we should call her...

And I told her, whatever you want, you go after it.

Any obstacle can be defeated.

Must have been nice having a motherwith so much advice.

Yes, yes, um... whenever I needed her, she was always somewhere.

Uh, looks like we have someone calling in for Alexis about advice for her own daughter's wardrobe.

Are you up for that?

Of course, well, there's a reason Fallon is such a fashion trendsetter, you know.

Hmm.

Just come to the party and do one sh*t with me.

Well, since it's your birthday, I'll make an exception.

About the alcohol, not the pajamas.

I'm also curious as to why Dominique's so involved.

Oh, Dominique's always involved, but at least this time it's a means to an end.

But what is that end, hmm?

You planning on becoming a new reality TV star like Robin Leach?

I have no idea who that is.

But I'm planning on using the party to make a business announcement.

Press release sounds a lot less treacherous.

Well, press releases come and goand no one notices.

House of Deverauxwill allow me to reach all the ears and eyes that I need without spending a dime.

I just wish I knew where thingsstood with Vanessa.

Everything we do now is being filmed.

Might I suggest you keep an eye on that young lady while the cameras aren'trolling.

That's the only way you're gonnafind out how she really feels.

Oh, and try not to show up in any more sex tapes.

What was that about?

That's an odd way of saying thank you.

Your little sideshow ruinedthe chance for me to get Sydney and Gigi to see thatl am not a horrible boss.

In fact, we didn't evenget a chance to call her.

Excuse me, but I was only trying to humanize you.

Oh, no, no, no, no.

Do not pretend this is about me.

This is about you and how you love to steal the spotlight.

Just like you did with that ridiculous announcement and your marriage to Jeff.

Feel free to give your fortune cookie advice to whoever you want, but stay out of my way.

I promised you five minutes and they're almost up.

Oh, Liam, I'm your mother.

Yeah, who lied to me for over a decade, about having a son when I actually had a brother.

And all to protect her pride.

Nevertheless, you wanted your father's watch and now you have it. Thank you.

Such a shame that I had to use it to bribe my own son to have lunch.

I guess it'd be a waste of time to ask how the wedding planning's going.

Yes, it would be.

Since I meant itwhen I disinvited you.

I know, I know.

I was just wondering if Fallon had her dress.

I don't think Fallon wants wedding dressadvice from you.

Uh, she wanted this uh, Gigi someone to do it, but they had some sort of falling out. Gigi Henry?

Knowing her, that sounds right.

What, you know her?

She outfitted me in New York for, uh, an event.

A "save the whale," "k*ll the whale," something about a whale.

Daniel Craig was there.

Yum.

I could introduce Fallon if you'd like.

To Gigi, not Daniel Craig.

You know what, that would bea really nice surprise for her.

Consider it done.

Though how many wedding dressesdoes one woman need?

Hey, when I was in the hospital, did you see Fallon and Culhane together a lot?

You mean that sweet drink of tall, dark and handsome with the abs?

Sure.

He was, uh, dropping Fallon offat the hospital a bunch.

They seemed to be spending a lot of time together.

But he was her driver.

Who better to sample the Gala's food than the planning committee?

Caviar and crème fraîche tartlets.

Lobster toasts with avocado and Espelette pepper.

Escargot with garlic-parsley butter.

Mmm. Mmm.

You don't have to be here if you don't want.

I'd hate for you to be tempted by all of this decadence.

Well, there are worse temptations.

Exactly.

Everything in moderation. Let the man enjoy himself.

Yeah, don't worry about me.

The company's half the fun.

We do make a good team, don't we?

Yes, yes, some people just complement each other well.

Thank you. Oh, God, let me do that.

I got to make myself useful.

Thank you.

What's he doing here?

He's on the Gala's planning committee. Oh, Adam?

That's one way to worm your way back into the manor after you've been banned.

That's not whatthis is about.

But now that I'm here, maybe we should talk.

I think Adam'sintentions are pure.

Who are you? JENNINGS: This is Caleb.

Father Collins.

He's also helping plan the event.

No offense, Father, I know you have a special relationship with God.

But this is a... earthly family matter.

Oh, I'm neutral, but I do applaud your son for trying tomend fences with former enemies.

It's, uh, redemptive and poetic.

It's kind of like "The Prodigal Son."

You know, I never believed that the Prodigal Son was sorry.

To me, he was just... trying to get more cash out of his old man.

Hmm, well, I lean towards mercy.

Well, I lean towards believing what I see.

And I don't like it, thank you.

Hey, when you're done eating, get out.

I don't want to hear the news for the next 36 hours.

You got it?

I really wouldn't stressabout the negative press.

The news cycle will change before you know it.

That podcast was like a roller coaster of emotion, if the only emotion were nausea.

Really? I thought the show went great.

I didn't know Alexis was so funny.

And you had amazing chemistry.

I barely got a word in once she got on the show!

Oh. Maybe that's why.

Listento these tweets.

"Alexis is the mother everyone wishes they had."

Yep, everyone except me.

And Gigi tweeted, "Can't wait to spill tea

"and get advice from Alexis on Love, Sydney."Really?

This is perfect. If Gigi loves Alexis, all you have to do is ask Alexis to ask her to make the dress.Right.

Thank God you and your mom are like best friends now.

Do you want meto call her?

No.

I think I may have to go see my best friend in person.

So, I've-I've never had an assistant before.

I'll try to be as clear as possible.

Cool. Hey, how much am I getting paid?

HR will go over that with you.

And if you're gonnabe here for a while, I'll need you to focus.

Oh, I'll be here for a while.

And this whole thing seems pretty straightforward.

Okay, then, Mr. No Experience.

What should we do for this 25th birthday party?

Well, since it's younger-skewing, I think Sam would like tapas and tequila.

Interesting choice.Mm-hmm.

But Sam's tastes have clearly evolved.

It's gonna be more champagne and charcuterie.

Yeah, look, evolving tastes or not, I know Sam.

I know Sam. You knewhim.

Bet you a hundred bucks he likes my idea better.

All right. You're on.

Hey, Sam? Hey.

What should we do for this party? Do you think tapas and tequilaor champagne and charcuterie?

Oh, tapas.

Tapas. No question.

Thanks so much. Yeah, hey, just, uh, go ahead and hit up my Venmo with my money.

Mommy, Mother, I have something to say, and though it's notgoing to be easy...

You don't have to.

You were right. I stole your spotlight.

But I promise, it will never happen again.

No, though I might have been a bit harsh.

No, you don't need me in your way.

So I'm stepping back.

You have your own spotlight, and now I have my own.

Oh.

What are you talking about?

Aunt Alexis.

That's what they're calling me online.

Ever since that podcast, I've been flooded with e-mails asking for advice on parenting and fashion.

Wait, wait, wait. People are actually asking for parenting advice from you?

Sydney has even invited me back.

Apparently, I'm some sort of role model.

That sounds like some sort of insult to role models.

If you can't be supportive, then my advice would be for you to leave.

That's the only good adviceyou've ever had.

You got it. I thought I wasn't gonna see you until tonight.

Well, I just found somethingout, so I had to come tell you.

Of course, what is it?

Remember those text messages that you said went missing when I was in New York?

Yeah, when I thought you were ghosting me?

Well, Dominique took my phone, she deleted the text messages and she blocked your number so I'd never find out.

I just overheardtwo House of Deverauxproducers talking about it. That woman has some issues.

I wasn't even sure I should tell you, but with everything that's happened, I just wanted to be up-front.

Well, thank you.

It says a lot about you, and who I can trust.

Anyway, I'm sorry.

And I brought your gift here, in case you wanted to say, "Screw Dom and her party" and have a quiet dinner.

Oh, no.

We having that party.

Hey.

If this is the surprise that you were talking about, then I am not loving it so far.

I mean, how did she even get in here?

Is it because the staff is sick?

Is she here to convince you to forgive her?

She helped with the surprise. Gigi Henry's on her way here.

My mom's getting her to do your dress.

No, no, no, no. No, thank you.

I mean, i-if I accept help from your mother, her ghost will hold it over my head long after she's dead.

Typical Fallon. Bullheaded as ever.

I thought this woman was your dream designer.

Yes, yes, she is, but I can't wear a dress with so many strings attached.

Look, it may not bethe way you pictured it, but, Fallon, I thoughtthis is what you wanted.

Yeah, well, now I want to change my mind.

Why are you being so stubborn?

What, you're just cutting offyour nose to prove a point?

My nose is perfectly fine, thank you.

This is about principle.

I know that's a big word, but try to sound it out.

I'm really starting to understand some of those employee reviews. Excuse me?

I'm sorry, but you clearly don't care what other people think or have respect for their time.

Well, right now, you're wasting my time, so we will finish this conversation later, and I will be going to the party tonight alone.

You're going to Culhane's partyinstead of talking about this?

Aw, and they say you don't pay attention.

Fallon.

Are you seriousright now?

Leave me alone. LIAM: Fallon. Hey!

And you doubted me... LIAM: Come on!

I'm not giving you anything based on one fight.

We're gonna need more.

♪ I look like this and I love it ♪

♪ I got you and you got me, too ♪

♪ And you got me, too... Everyone, wake up for our guest of honor, Michael Culhane!

Hey.

How you doing, buddy?

Jams... I hope you like our pajama party decor.

Well, everything looks great, so thank you.

You're more than welcome. Vanessa's going to sing

"Happy Birthday" to you Marilyn Monroe-style at 9:00.

Then we'll do the cake.

Then I need a scene of you two canoodling.

That's fine. I just have to make an announcement after the cake, while everyone's still gathered.

It's your night. Do what you want.

I'll just add the bellsand whistles.

Just pretend likewe are not here.

That fight at the housewas just the undercard.

This is the main event.

I still have my doubts you'll be able to get this done.

Oh, I don't start deals I can't close.

Here you go, bro.

All right. Just one sh*t with the B-day boy.

You know, you don't have to do this if you don't want to, Dad.

This is not even the first shotl've taken today, Kirby.

All right.

Cheers.

Excuse me.

Oh.

How did it gowith Ramy? Fine.

He wasn't particularly motivated, but that's no surprise.

He just needs some time to adjust.

I think the stability of a job will help.

But he's beengreat, though.

Oh, yeah? I mean, he's been on the straight and narrow ever since he got out.

Was he on the straight or the narrow when he stole the commissioner's watch?

Oh, Culhane told me.

Can you pass the glitter?

He had a slipup.

But you didn't trust me enough to tell me the truth.

Well, I didn't say anything because I knew you would throw it back in my face.

Kirby, he's beenthrough a lot and he needed a second chance, and you, of all people, should understand that.

Now I'm a charity case like your convict friend?

No, but it's not like you werequalified for this job when I handed it to you.

Well, if I'm such a problem, maybe I shouldn't work at La Mirage anymore.

I'm not stopping you.

Now I'm not sure if I want you as my boss or my friend.

Okay, Kirby, now you're just overreacting.

No, you're underreacting, because you can't see what's going on.

Hey.

I heard you had Andersdoing sh*ts earlier.

That's pretty impressive.

Yeah, he's alreadyback at the manor, probably asleep.

All these cameras. It's insane.

Are you having second thoughts?

No, I'm good.

But I heard the Internet canceled you.

I'm okay, without any help from anyone, really.

Alexis was supposed to be helping me, but it turns out, the only thing stronger than a mother's love is Alexis's self-love.

Alexis was gonna help you treat your employees better?

No, no, not with that.

She was gonna help with the public's reactions to the reviews, which is now costing me a wedding dress.

Have you considered that maybe this might not be happening if you weren't such a mean boss?

Whoa. Who said anything about "mean"?

It's not my fault if my employees can't take it.

I was treated way worse.

You need to stop blaming mistakes you're making now on things that happened years ago.

Go to the people you wronged, make things right.

Okay. Sorry, I didn't realize we were having real conversation, but, uh, yeah, no, I guess you're right.

I do have a couple people that I have to make things up to.

Thank you, Culhane.

And happy birthday.

Now, I would like to thank you all for coming out to celebrate my birthday tonight.

My world wouldn't be as special without all of you in it. ALL: Aw...

Now, I have someexciting news to share.

Where are those cameras?

I know you have something important to say, but as hostof this party, I have some news of my own.

I'm sure it can wait.

You want me to wait to announce that Vanessa's song, "Do Anything," just hit the top ten in downloads?

Should we play itfor everyone?

Don't ruin her moment.

That is a big deal.

And we should celebrate.

Go on and play it.

Okay, you won this one.

♪ Has anybody told you... I'm so sorry.

I know what it's like to have Dom steal the spotlight.

I'm gonna have a talk with her about how she treated you.

I appreciate that. Now go enjoy your moment.

♪ Never stop you or hold you back if you tried... ♪ What are you doing here, Fallon?

I told you, you didn't have to come. Why?

What, so you could have some alone time with your ex?

Because from whatl have heard and seen, you've been relying on him a little too much.

I mean, shouldn't you be relying on me?

If this is some sort of attempt to make yourself seem manlier, it is failing.

He's always had some sort of special pull over you.

Why does it sound like you thinkl can't take care of myself?

Because I saw that kiss in the corner.

Kiss? That was nothing. It's his birthday.

Well, it didn't look like nothing to me.

Well, if you think that I have betrayed you so badly, then why don't we hold off on the wedding?

So you want to call it off? No, that's not what I said.

Yeah, but that's what you meant.

No, no, no, no. Please do not tell me what I meant.

Ha! Yes.

Mwah.

Great. Thank you so much. You started without me?

Started and finished. You're late.

Where's Caleb?

He couldn't make it.

There was some emergency witha water main down at the parish.

The man's always getting pulled in 18 different directions.

All right, well, I guess that's unavoidable, but I do want him involved.

And more importantly, the board wants him involved.

But you can get any priest to do that.

Why do you want this one?

I like him.

And I want to surround myself with positive energy and positive people.

Good for you. But there's no need to CC Caleb on future planning sessions.

I'm gonna tell him his serviceswon't be needed anymore.

Well, that's not your call to make, Cristal.

This whole thing is my call.

So fall in line or move out of the way.

Caleb's busy, so he'll beon the committee in name only.

And if youdon't like that, we should go to the boardtogether and explain it to them.

All kids do this, no matterwhether they're three or 30.

Just don't discipline him while you're angry.

Or holding a w*apon.

I would not have thought to add that advice.

Uh, now we have Frankie on the line.

Frankie, are you there?

Yes, I, uh, have a question for Aunt Alexis.

It sounds really loud from where you're calling.

Are you okay, Frankie?

Uh... Uh...

:Yes. I'm just trying to resolve a few issues from my past.

Okay. Who damaged you beyond repair?

Hmm? Who do we haveto take down tonight?

Well, there have been a lot of people who have damaged me, including my mother, but I, uh, I'm here to talk about my colleagues.

A lot of them don't have as high an opinion of me as I thought they did.

And this bothers you?

Well, I would never admit it publicly, but yes, yes, it does.

You have to process the criticism.

Uh, you can't grow without it.

I can see why they feel that way, but I have to end the cycle.

I want to. I mean, I-I have to stop blaming my actions on the bad people and things that have happened to me, but... I don't know how.

That's tough, but you have to realize you'll never be the perfect boss or the perfect friend or daughter.

But guess what? Nobody is.

Believe it or not, I'm not the perfect mother.

The only thing that I can change is what happens next.

We've all been hurt. We justdon't want to pass on that hurt.

Does that make sense? Yeah. Shockingly, it does.

So don't worry about those reviews, sweetheart.

You're a great boss, an amazing daughter and I will always be in your corner.

There you go. Thanks.

Excuse me. Father. Mm-hmm?

Hey. I heard there was anemergency you had to deal with.

Is everything all right at the parish?

Uh, no, everything's fine down there.

Who told you that I, uh, had an emergency?

Cristal. She said that's why you weren't at the meeting.

Hmm. Well, she told me that it was canceled.

Probably just a miscommunication.

You know, I get a lot of texts, so, um...

I think I just read hers wrong.

I guess so.Mm-hmm.

All right, well, good night.

Yeah.

Hey. I'd offer to bake yousome cookies, but I think I know what the answer would be.

Hmm.

Hey, good news.

Gunnerson's back tomorrow.

Bad news is, she's still phlegmy.

Maybe if you weren't so selfish, you'd make me one, too.

You guys were great tonight.

Really great. Command performance.

Your mothertotally believed it.

Well, we had enough timeto prepare thanks to the heads-upyou gave me on the golf outing.

Well, once I kicked the tires on my new son-in-law, I figured I could fill you both in on your mom's plan.

Okay, but tell the truth, when you first took Liam to play golf, were you seriouslytrying to break us up?

Oh, no. Of course not.

Okay, maybe a little bit, but... then I realized I like Liam.

You're lucky I was able to get Culhane on board with the charade.

Are you sure you two can keep this breakup going long enough for me to get the paperwork signed for C.A.?

Oh, yeah. Hey, anythingto screw over my mother.

Oh. I'll toast to that.

Britt!

Why is the safe open? Where's the money?

I don't know.

I'll call the police. No, wait.

Hold on. What?

Uh, you know what? I, uh...

I just remembered, I took the deposits earlier today.

But I didn't sign... Yeah, but that's 'cause I couldn't find you.

You know what? Forget it.

Don't worry about it.

Okay.

New wedding announcement fresh from the printer.

New fonts and everything.

Aw. Well, you were right. The poem is a nice touch.

But we are gonna hold offon sending these out.

It's fine, it's fine, it's justa slight delay, hopefully.

Well, if you need relationship advice, Aunt Alexis is here for you, Frankie.

Right. So, when did you know it was me?

The moment I heard your voice.

You are my daughter.

And if you want my advice... I don't.

I don't, but apparently, lots of other people do.

So, what do you say about Fallon Unlimited giving Aunt Alexis her very own podcast?

Ah. I would love to work with you.

Great. Let's make a deal.

But I have other offers.

What? From who?

Details aren't important, but there is a lot of multi-platform interest.

Okay, I can go up to twice a month... and a written column in the online magazine as often as you want.Sold.

And let's get Gigi on my show, get you your dream dress.

I think the Gigi ship has sailed, Mom.

But it's fine.

We'll look great no matter who we wear.

Hey. I see youshowed up early.

Be grateful.

I was on the fence about coming in at all.

I said a lot of stupid things last night that I didn't mean, and I'm sorry.

You're one of my best friends, and I'm an idiot.

Why are you being so nice to me?

This is like Jekyll and Hyde compared to last night.

Ramy took the night deposits from the safe in my office.

He must have copied the keyswhen he found them.

Right. And so now you want me to be your friend again?

It's not like that.

Yes, it is.

You turned your back on me for him.

You didn't even trust me enough to let me in.

I-I want to keep this job, but I'm not ready to be your friend again.

You mean, like, forever?

Let's just keep things strictly professional for now.

And next time I tell you you're being used, maybe you'll listen.

Well, you did the sh*t.

You didn't need to bring a gift.

I thought I should soften the blow.

I told you you'd know how Vanessa felt once the cameras were off.

Well, I was watching Dom trying to sneak away, and I got suspicious.

So I followed her.

Don't worry, it's not a sex tape.

And later, you should scold me in front of Michael for being selfish.

That way, he stays invested in you and the House of Deveraux.

It was a good idea to tell him about the texting.

Or else he might've ditched the whole party.

I don't mind being the bad guy, if that's what it takes.

And there were no cameras around.

They played me for the show.

I'm sorry.

I know how you feel about Vanessa, but I thought you should know.

Allison.

This is gonna be hard to say, so I'd prefer you not speak.

You're not gonna fire me, are you?

What? No.

I'm saying I'm sorry. Okay?

I-I reread some of the reviews, and it appears I can be a little insensitive.

Especially to you.

I-Is this a trap?

I'm doing my best to turn over a new leaf.

Or at least, you know, half a leaf.

I want you to send a company-wide e-mail telling everyone they will be getting their bonuses early.

Okay. And... Here is a save the date to my wedding.

Although not everyone's invited, so I'm asking you to please keep it on the down-low.

Oh, my God. Really?

Will Gigi be dressing me?

Uh, what color arethe bridesmaids wearing?

Easy, tiger.

I am asking you to come to the wedding, not to be in it.

I do have friends, and I just recently learned your last name, so...

But I've worked for you for over a year.

Yes, you have.

Okay, that's good for today.

Hey, did you make up some storyabout me to tell Adam?

I had to explain why I wanted you off this project.

And why do you?

You know why.

I am feeling guilty enough.

Stop pretending there's not this thing between us.

What thing?

You're a beautiful woman, obviously, but I thought that we were just... working together.

So when you touched my hand at the manor, that meant nothing?

Or when you brushed my hair away from my face or told me you were flirting, there was nothing behind any of that?

Okay.

I guess there's no point addinga lie to my list of sins.

Um, yes.

I do... have feelings for you, Cristal.

Tempting a man of God wasn't exactly in my redemption plan.

And being tempted wasn't in mine.

Well, what do we do now?

This.

To that Carrington cunning I have heard so much about.

I did say I'd do anything to get my company back.

Yes, you did.

And I have good news.

I can hardly wait.

I'm going to fire Carrington Atlantic's CEO Dustin in the morning.

So, the Colbys' blackmail plot against him won't matter.

And the path will be clearfor you to own C.A. again.

Wait a minute, I don't understand.

What happened to your Moldavian deal?

I thought that was supposed to take at least a month.

I applied some pressure and closed it early.

So, I broke up Fallon and Liam for nothing?

Well, I didn't know for sure this plan would work.

But that should bea pleasant surprise for us all.

You knew exactly what to put onthe table to get what you want.

It's all part of the game, right?

I do appreciate a woman who knows how to get her hands dirty.

And I appreciate that you can be so ruthless without getting emotionally attached.

Wow, look at us.

We haven't even started massaging the numbers yet.