03x09 - But I Don't Even Have a Dress...

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Previously on Motherland.

You k*lled your own

daughter for this freak show.

That was your beloved Bellweather unit.

Does this mean we can clear our names?

I'm afraid that she

isn't entirely human yet.

The United States m*llitary

along with an Elite Civilian Force

are preparing to inv*de

and occupy the Cession,

to root out the traitors

who assassinated

our beloved former president.

A trade: my Sight for her Song.

You're a steward now.

I promise to protect

the stewards at all costs.

Marshal tracked me down

when I didn't want to be found.

Let's see how he likes it.

If Wade and the Marshal are in

the Cession, we'll find them.

And when we do find them,

we can start talking about my pardon.

I told you, I'm not leaving you again.

When we get out of this,

then we'll go away together.

- Just the two of us.

- That's right.

Straight to the lighthouse.

I think we should turn ourselves in.

We started this together.

We should end it together.

All US Army personnel will stand down.

This occupation is over.

I am so proud of you all.

As much as it breaks my heart, this was

a brave decision, and will save lives.

The occupation had to end.

Seemed like this was the only way.

Knowing when to withdraw

is the hardest decision

a leader has to make.

I've struggled with it myself.

Good for you.

Silver's troops are on their way

to take you into custody.

Well, it's better than being

ex*cuted on the spot, I suppose.

The media coverage

should hold them accountable,

at least until you get to DC.

I'm doing everything I can

to try and locate Wade.

Stay still, stay still,

you're safe Madame President.

- It's okay.

- What's going on?

There was an accident.

The Marshal was driving,

and then suddenly aged in an instant

and lost control of the car.

I think one of his

marshals must've d*ed.

They're connected?

Like Alder and the Biddies.

- Yeah.

- Oh.

Oh.

Where are we?

Have you tried to go for help?

No, ma'am.

I couldn't leave you.

And

we are now completely snowed in.

What about food?

Well, tell me some good news.

We still have one day's firewood left.

I'm fine.

Anything broken?

Um, I don't think so.

They had you a while. Any surprises?

No.

Pretty much the same

questions you all got.

Petra's plan,

Alder's return and where Raelle

was when she disappeared.

And then

they asked me about the First Song.

Alder was right.

The Song must be important

if the Camarilla

are determined to destroy it.

And now that she's gone,

they won't even have to.

They're still being careful

not to leave any visible marks

which means they're planning

on trotting us out in public

- at some point.

- So a trial?

Or a public execution.

What?

We were planning of getting married.

Oh. Congratulations.

We wanted to ask you and Adil to join us

and make it a double wedding.

Yeah. We know

you've been talking about it

Shelby.

Um, yeah. We were talking about it.

But we wanted to wait

until Khalida was back.

Hey.

We can't give up hope.

We don't even know

what they're planning for us.

Yeah.

Put these on.

I guess we're about to find out.

We've banned all

spectators from the court,

to make room for the press.

Every second of this trial

will be televised,

it is very important

that we control the narrative.

Make no mistake,

we could lose this w*r.

There are still people out there

who don't understand

the danger that witches pose.

And they need to hear every

detail of the Unit's crimes

from the mouths

of the witches themselves.

We'll give them enough rope

to hang themselves

and then we'll hang them for real.

But we have to make sure

that when we execute them,

they aren't seen as martyrs.

The country needs to be scared.

And we need to tell them

exactly what to be scared of.

So to be clear,

this is not about

getting a guilty verdict.

That's guaranteed.

Your real jury is the American people.

Everybody out.

The so called "Bellweather Unit"

has committed a litany of crimes

And the charges against them

are almost too numerous

to list here.

But I'll give it a sh*t.

The m*rder of President

Silver's daughter, Penelope;

the assassination

of former President Kelly Wade;

the deaths of civilian hostages;

aiding and abetting known t*rrorists,

conspiring with Nicte Batan,

the leader of the Spree;

the destruction of private property

in the United States,

as well as the Cession.

She's not getting worse, but

But she's not getting any better.

If we revealed her publicly like this,

it would likely make things

worse for the girls.

Anything from Anacostia?

It's been two days

since I heard from her.

Dammit.

So, you used this "Right Of Proxy"

to prevent the lawful execution

of Nicte Batan?

I thought I was doing

the right thing, the

You fought General Alder

to save a t*rror1st's life,

then aided in her escape?

No. Nicte wanted to be a martyr

So, your solution was to set her free?

I didn't set her free.

Did you consider the lives

of the "ordinary" Americans

you endangered by your actions?

Or the lives of those already

lost to the Spree?

I think about them constantly.

How are we to believe you,

when all your actions contradict that?

All those years

the centuries

with only these two brutes for company.

What did you talk about?

Hmm.

And now you're off

Goddess knows where,

seeing the sights.

Good for you.

Should I sing for you?

I feel I should warn you,

this Song

might bring the mountain

down on our heads.

Any objections?

No?

So be it.

I want to know, how do you decide

who lives and who dies?

I don't decide, I follow orders.

We do everything we can

to prevent casualties.

So these crimes you committed,

they were on orders?

They weren't crimes.

I think that's up to the jury to decide.

This is bullshit.

Excuse me?

Here's the truth.

Silver is Camarilla,

he poisoned his own daughter,

and tried to k*ll President Wade.

We had nothing to do with that.

Move to strike!

Please, if one of us could just

speak without being cut off.

Fine

one of you may make a brief statement.

Then we will conclude today's hearing.

You're up, Rae.

Why aren't you doing it? Or Tally?

You've have one foot in both worlds.

- It has to be you.

- I can't.

Just tell your story.

I guess I'll start by saying

that Abigail is right.

They're lying.

And Wade's still alive,

for what it's worth.

But it won't matter

because we'll be found guilty.

And this trial will be used

to persecute all witches.

My mother was m*llitary.

My father is a civilian.

I didn't want to fight.

I despised the m*llitary because I knew

I would end up dying

just like my mother.

Fighting to protect people who hated me

just for existing.

But I "said the words,"

and despite all my expectations,

my feelings changed.

I know most of you probably

didn't grow up

around the m*llitary or witches,

but we are no different than you.

We're your daughters.

We're your sons, we're your

neighbors, we're your friends.

If you think our actions

deserve punishment, so be it.

But do not let them use this trial

to take us back to the burning times.

All right, that's enough.

Unfortunately, you have no proof

to back up your accusations,

or the outrageous assertion

that former President Wade

is still alive.

I'm calling

an end to today's proceedings.

Please escort the defendants

back to their cell.

Cut the cameras! Cut the cameras!

- Colonel Jarrett, arrest them!

- This is for Penelope.

No, no, no. They're imposters!

They can change their faces!

This isn't Wade!

You don't think it's me, Blanton?

Oh, my God.

Check my fingerprints.

My fellow citizens,

this has been a difficult time

for the nation and for me.

Though I have finally been

reinstated as your president,

let me tell you

that I do not yet feel relief.

Without the heroic bravery

of the People of the Great River,

I would surely be dead.

I pledge they will have greater

autonomy moving forward,

and that we will be

their strongest ally.

I have also exonerated

the "Bellweather Unit"

of all the charges against them.

I wish I could say

the worst is behind us,

but we still need to deal

with the rot and corruption

that has spread throughout

our country, and beyond.

You've no doubt seen the reports

of Camarilla-led att*cks,

taking place around the world.

Including false flag operations

and misinformation meant to

stir up hatred against witches.

I promise you,

we will play a part in those struggles.

But first

we must face our own fractured nation

and prepare

for the difficult road ahead.

The rebuilding and healing

are just beginning,

but I know that together, we will endure

and we will be stronger in the end.

Apparently, The Marshal found out

there was a traitor on the Council,

just didn't know who or who they trust.

They were on their way to a safe house

when the accident happened.

Good thing M was collecting firewood

or the bats may never found them.

Nicte?

She took off,

but I'm sure we haven't seen

the last of her, for better or worse.

What about Hearst and the rest

of the Camarilla?

Most of their "army" scattered.

Disappeared back into their lives.

Hearst and Kara Brandt

are both still missing, though.

Don't worry.

We'll get them.

So, next week, huh?

Yeah.

How are the preparations going?

Oh, I'm handling everything.

I want to spare everyone

from whatever bizarre,

Necro ceremony they would have planned.

So

They're leaving town for a couple days

and everything will be ready

when they return.

And where are you two going?

Someplace perfect.

It's a beautiful song.

That's all it is now.

Great. I gave up my Sight

which would actually be

helpful right now,

to be a Steward of a song

that might never be sung.

I feel helpless,

and I don't like it.

Hey, Tally! Adil!

Gregorio!

Abigail said I'd find you here.

I'm glad that you're okay.

I'm so glad to see you.

We heard you were being held somewhere.

Yeah. I was, uh, imprisoned

for insubordination

toward the Oversight Commanders

and, uh, "interrogated"

for being an associate

of the Bellweather Unit.

Sorry about that.

Don't be.

It's a badge of honor.

I can't believe you brought me

to your lighthouse.

- Finally.

- You like your new accommodations?

Like you said it's perfect.

Take care.

Can you believe

we're actually doing this?

Yeah. I can.

Looks like you two are now

officially High Atlantics.

Nicte?

Oh.

I'm just passing through

but I wanted to say

congratulations before I go.

Just in the neighborhood, right?

- Something like that.

- No way, Batan.

You're staying.

No. No.

I don't have the clothes or, um,

all right, I'll think about it.

I do hear they've got some

fancy food at these things.

Yes, lobster and everything.

Have fun.

- Hi, Dad!

- Hey, kid.

Oh.

- Oh, hello darling.

- Hi, Edwin.

Enjoy that while you can.

In a couple hours, you're gonna

have to start calling me Dad.

Can you imagine actually

living in a place like this?

Why do I feel like

you're just rounding up

Camarilla in your mind?

Sorry. I just

they're still a thr*at.

I can't help but feel like we're just

whistling past the graveyard.

Hey, hey, hey.

You're not wrong.

And tomorrow morning, we get

back to hunting them down.

- But today

- Today

we celebrate our friends.

And what would I do without you?

You'll never have to find out.

Hmm.

Um, but right now,

I think there's someone

you need to talk to.

How is it that you're here?

It was Khalida.

She heard me singing and literally

moved a mountain to get to me.

This girl might be

the most powerful witch

who has ever lived.

I should go find my brother.

I suppose you have a million questions.

Not a one.

Yeah.

You're more of a scarf guy, aren't you?

Here

What?

Nothing, just thinking

about that dinner.

With the prospective mates.

Oh, yeah. When we were in competition

and you still had dreams

of marrying Abigail.

No, no, no, no. That was

the Imperatrix's dream,

never mine.

Mm-hmm.

But I'm happy for you.

Things are working out

the way they were supposed to.

Well, not yet.

But one day soon, hopefully.

Whoo.

Wow. You look great.

Now, if you can handle

the rest of it yourself,

I'm going to go find Tally.

- I'm good.

- Yeah.

Hey,

thank you for everything.

You're back.

Adil, there's something very important

we need to talk about.

Oh, no, no, no.

We can not put the Chasubles

by the Penstocks or we will be

spending all night cleaning up

blood and broken glass.

Hey Abs, sorry for the late notice

but we have some additions

to the guest list.

Okay, Rae, it's your day,

so I'm not gonna stress about it.

Did you miss me?

More than I can say.

And you are now,

finally, out of excuses.

Mm-hmm.

Oh, no.

No, today's supposed

to be about you two.

And this is what we want.

Your whole family

our whole family is here.

Why wait?

Hey guys, give us a second.

This is crazy, right?

- That I'm even considering this?

- Oh, it is. Completely crazy.

But think of how our lives have

been, ever since we all met.

- Batshit crazy.

- Yeah.

And I don't see that

changing anytime soon.

I mean, the rest of the Camarilla

are still out there

and we have no idea

what's coming for us.

So grab onto something real,

what's beautiful and true,

while you can.

But I don't even have a dress

You need to go talk

to your grandmother

A few little tweaks

and it will fit like

it was made for you.

It's so beautiful.

How have I never seen it before?

Oh, you have.

When you were about this tall.

You got it out and tried it on,

stepping all over it.

Your mother was not amused.

But it has been here ever since,

just waiting for you.

It is a part of our history.

So much of that history has been lost,

or stolen from us.

But this is a piece that survives.

And so we cherish it. Hmm.

Just like I cherish you.

I heard you were here.

What? You didn't really think

you'd seen the last of me,

- did you?

- Hmm, and you're not staying

for the wedding.

Why does that not surprise me?

Weddings.

And my work isn't done.

A piece of the Song

still remains to be found.

- Where are you heading?

- Africa.

Tracking the Abyssinian line.

Do you think that there's a chance

that things have changed?

That we won't need the Song?

I think there's always a chance.

But that's a risk

I'm not willing to take.

I'm coming with you.

No.

Mm because I don't have my Sight?

Because you have a much

greater part to play now.

And I can't risk your safety.

So, what would you have me

do in the meantime?

Celebrate your loved ones while you can.

All of this might change very soon.

Come a little closer ♪

So I can see your sweat drip ♪

I'll make you my soldier ♪

You're gonna have to fight for it ♪

Eye contact ♪

Eyes on my fingers ♪

- If you just ♪

- Excuse me.

Make it linger ♪

Burn you down ♪

Before you know it ♪

It's you, you now ♪

I can see ♪

Chef Louise, wasn't it?

Yeah. That's right.

So good to see you, Madam President.

I never got the chance

to thank you for the part

that you played in my rescue.

Miss Batan.

But that won't change the past.

There are many lives that you still need

to answer for.

Can I finish my drink first?

Make no mistake,

your day of reckoning is at hand.

I understand.

I won't run.

Am I now to believe

that you've had a change of heart?

Everything I did was meant

to save witches.

I've seen the news.

Camarilla are striking

all over the globe.

Quartermain says the world

is burning and she's right.

And although, I might not

have lit that match,

I definitely poured fuel on that fire,

so I'm ready to own that.

I just ask is that you, somehow,

use my knowledge

and experience to fight them.

To be clear,

a pardon is off the table, understood?

Yes, Madam President.

What?

I feel like that painting is judging us.

Then let her watch.

Your, uh your mom

would have loved this.

She would be so proud of you.

I'm so sorry I didn't tell you

Oh, hey, hey, hey, hey.

Come on, come on, come on come on.

You were in an impossible position.

I understand that.

It's about the only thing

in this whole situation

that I do understand.

I guess I can't be mad

at her for wanting

to protect our little girl.

Yes, you can, Dad!

You should be. We both should be.

She made a terrible decision

and we both had to pay

the price for that.

Well so where does that leave us?

I don't

I guess, we both have

to find a way to forgive her.

Any clue how to go about that?

No. I don't.

But we can figure it out together.

Oh, we can.

Love you, kid.

I love you, Dad.

Well, I told you she'd be here.

You used to spend hours

just staring at this painting.

Talking to Jem like you expected

her to talk back.

I think this painting

is my earliest memory.

I'm starting to wonder

if she's finally answering me.

Or, maybe, talking through me

Give us a minute, Mother.

Mm-hmm.

Ever since I first tried Jem's Working,

there has been something

growing inside of me.

I felt it at

that airfield in the Cession,

and again out on that road.

I heard about the Razor Hail.

No one from our line

has done that Work before.

But how do we know that?

It's like Grandma said:

so much of our history

was stolen from us.

Who knows what we were capable of?

There has to be a reason

the Camarilla were hunting us.

Of course there is.

They're afraid.

They've been afraid

ever since Jem crushed

a Camarilla's skull with a whisper.

But, through it all,

the one thing they could never

take from us

was our Work.

That is our true legacy.

Help!

You here to finish the job?

As a matter of fact,

we are here to finish the job.

I hope you're feeling rested,

Mr. President.

We have a lot to accomplish.

To the bride, and the bride,

and the bride, and the groom.

I will drink to each

and every one of them.

- Cheers.

- Hear, hear.

So Tal, did you see any of this coming?

Mm-mm. No.

But it's a nice surprise.

Yeah, I definitely

didn't predict any of this.

I've got another surprise.

- Oh.

- Yes.

- Come on, shitbird.

- Yes!

Everybody is always telling me

how great of a singer you are.

You're a legend.

Where did you get my guitar?

Well, we asked your dad to bring it.

Oh, you two have been conspiring now?

This does not bode well for the future.

- Come on, Rae. Please.

- It's my wedding.

Isn't someone supposed to sing to me?

I love you, Raelle ♪

Okay, okay. I'll sing.

I'll sing.

All right.

I'll be your mirror ♪

Reflect what you are ♪

In case you don't know ♪

I'll be the wind ♪

The rain, and the sunset ♪

The light on your door ♪

To show that you're home ♪

When you think the night ♪

Has seen your mind ♪

That inside ♪

You're twisted and unkind ♪

Let me stand ♪

To show that you are blind ♪

Please put down your hands ♪

'Cause I see you ♪

I find it hard to believe ♪

You don't know ♪

The beauty you are ♪

But if you don't ♪

Let me be your eyes ♪

A hand to your darkness ♪

So you won't be afraid ♪

When you think the night ♪

Has seen your mind ♪

That inside ♪

You're twisted and unkind ♪

Let me stand to show ♪

That you are blind ♪

Please put down your hands ♪

'Cause I see you ♪

- Yes!

- Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow.

- Amazing.

- Wow.

- That was beautiful, Raelle.

- Thank you.

Mm-hmm.

- All quiet?

- Yeah. It's a ghost town.

It'll pick up next week. Once

the troops start rolling back in.

South Gate, report!

Hi.

Oh, my.

Oh, deal with her.

Oh, I can't wait for Silver to see this.

Pity.

I would have loved

to talk to you about your Work.

You were, apparently,

quite extraordinary.

I'll be your mirror ♪

I'll be your mirror ♪

Hello. Mother.

What's happening?

Whatever it is, we need to go.

Wait

Fort Salem has fallen.

- What?

- Fort Salem has fallen.

I can't make it out.

It's just garbled and chaotic, and

What?

Just if you would

just give me a moment

- to try to listen.

- What are they saying?

- It's just frantic.

- We gotta move.

- We gotta get going.

- Rae.

No.

They're back.