Chasing Life (2014–2015): Season 2, Episode 6 - The Last W - full transcript

Previously on Chasing Life.

But you and I are actually committing to

spend the rest of our lives,

potentially the very few days we have left,

tied down to another person.

Are you sure it's not a big deal
that Graham's coming to the wedding?

It wouldn't hurt to have a hot guy

on my arm to show that warby-Parker
bespectacled pescatarian

that I have moved on.

I'm still in love with her,
and I do want her back.

Leo!



Can I take you out for an
official thank-you lunch?

Now's not really a good time.

Looks like I'm going
to be busy for a while.

When you hold onto Leo Hendrie's hand,

you hold onto life itself.

He lives every moment with passion,

and infects the world with joy.

Ooh, maybe not the word "infect."

Not that everyone won't already
be thinking about sickness.

I mean, hello.

I should avoid making
anyone think about cancer,

even though cancer
did bring us together.

Maybe that's a weird
way to look at it.

I need a new verb.



Not to startle you, but...

You've got the lead
role in this production.

Get that bridal butt up here!

Sorry!

Have I mentioned how great
it is that you're here?

It's so great that you're here.

You've got fans.

Your girls do wonders for my ego.

I'm just sorry Mae couldn't make it.

Well, she'll be here tomorrow.

This way I get a little alone
time with the Carver women.

After the music and the readings,

we'll move onto the vows.

You've written your own, correct?

Yes, and they're gonna blow your mind.

However awesome you think the Bible is...

And I know you think it's awesome,

but these are gonna be even awesomer.

Pretty confident, are we?

Oh no, I'm not... I'm not talking
about mine. I'm taking about yours.

She's a professional writer.

Make sure you have plenty
of tissue in the seats,

because tomorrow, her vows

are going to destroy.

Oh, this rehearsal dinner
needs an after-party.

I'm putting you in charge.

I'm the queen of after-parties. Perfect.

Nat and I can throw something
together at our place.

What were you thinking?

Oh, nothing too adulty.

Hmm.

I'll shoot a text to everyone I
know who doesn't have a mortgage.

So, you guys said you wanted
to talk to me about something?

It's all preliminary,
but I told your father

what an asset you'd be.

I'm sorry, an asset for...

What, exactly?

A new philanthropic element

to our company...

A community outreach

and activism division.

Oh, right, okay, and you need me

to come up with a sexier name

for it, is that it?

Don't drown the moment in sarcasm, Leo.

Your father wants you to
run the whole division.

I've seen your Robin-hood
sensibilities up close.

You've touched a lot of lives, son.

What would I be doing, exactly?

Shaping the department, how it operates.

I'd be proud to have you on our team.

So, think about it

and get back to me or my assistant

when you've made your decision.

- So, are you gonna take it?
- I don't know.

I mean, I can hardly say the
words "Hendrie affiliated"

without throwing up in
my mouth a little bit.

It's hard to argue with bile.

It could be a great opportunity, though.

Your last job was in Paris,

waking up at 2:00 A.M. to roll croissants.

Oh, it's actually pronounced "kwa-sans."

Oh, I'm so sorry.

But you loved that bakery job.

Do you really want to put
a suit and tie on every day

and call your dad "boss"?

There are definitely pros and cons.

But... think about it for
a while. There's no rush.

- Yeah.
- It is ridiculous

how many more responsibilities

maids of honor have than best men.

I'm sure Frankie's doing
a lot for Leo, too, honey.

She told me most of her job tomorrow

is to make sure that Leo wears socks.

Hey, you were dad's best man, right?

Yeah, but it was a... Unique situation.

How was it unique?

Lots of best men are brothers of the groom.

You’ve kept it a secret

her whole life for some reason.

What harm could it do?

It's really not that big a deal.

When I was younger, before
I even met your father,

George and I dated.

- Seriously?
- Mmm.

I swear, this family belongs
on Game of Thrones.

Well, it was so long ago, and...

It didn't work out, then
your mother met Thomas.

So it only happened that one time, right?

Wait! No, no! Never mind!

I actually... I want zero details

about my mom and uncle's sex lives.

I'm just trying to be open with you.

Well, that was way too open.

You need to close it back up.

You know what'll help, hey?

Watching Eaten Alive
with me one last time.

Stop saying, "one last time."

It's depressing.

That's right.

Emma's going away for a few months.

So, how are you doing

with so much change so quickly?

Does this answer your question?

Well, you... If you ever need me,

I'm here for you.

Thank you, George.

That means more to me
than you probably realize.

All right, don't shoot the messenger,

but it's 11:30.

- Ohh...
- Yeah.

All right. Well...

Go back to our places
and get our beauty sleep.

You guys keep drinking, though.

Drink until you hear semi-sonic.

That's what I always say.

Are you guys doing the whole not seeing
each other until the "wedding march" thing?

Oh my God. The next time
you two see each other,

you're gonna be bride and
groom! Oh, I love that.

All right. Leo, since I am your D.D.,

I'd better "D" you home.

Okay. You know what that means.

Oh, we have to make this
kiss last until tomorrow.

Let the man breathe, April.

Ahem! Okay.

- Bye.
- Bye.

- See ya.
- Bye.

April, did you know you have a
little rash on your shoulder blade?

Oh yeah, I saw it yesterday.

It's a potential side
effect of the clinical trial,

so of course one shows up now.

But at least it's... Is that Graham?

Anyone without a mortgage.

- Hey, Graham.
- Hello... everyone.

I'm sorry I'm a little late.

But I brought your gift a little early.

- Oh. A mortar and pestle.
- Now your homemade hummus

will be as authentic as possible.

No more machine-ground chickpeas for you.

It's just what I've always wanted.

So, is Dominic coming tonight?

I've been trying to catch up with him,

but I feel like my texts
are going to a black hole.

Yeah, I don't... I don't know
what's going on with that guy.

He's a mystery wrapped in an enigma

wrapped in a Henley, am I right?

Yeah, he's a question mark.

(Kissing

Well, if you need me, I'll be drinking
on the other side of the apartment.

Dominic?

Dominic, I can hear your
music through the door.

Hey, come on in.

- Hey.
- Hey.

Oh my God, your eye!

What happened?

Oh, it's nothing. I went
on a bike ride this morning,

and you know those lampposts
by the Bunker Hill Monument?

- I clipped one.
- You clipped a lamppost?

Yeah, I know, it's embarrassing.

I'm sorry I couldn't make
it to your party, by the way.

I've been under a rock lately
between the book and The Post.

- It's all piling up.
- I get it.

Just wanted to make
sure you were all right.

You didn't have to come check on
me the night before your wedding.

Yes, I did. Looking
around the party tonight

and not seeing you there made me,

realize something about you and me.

You're one of the most
important people in my life.

And I think we should be there
for each other's milestones,

especially now that you and
Leo are becoming friends.

Now that you bring it up...

I'm really sorry, but I
can't make it tomorrow either.

Nina needs the first two
chapters on Monday, and...

I just don't have time to go
to social events right now.

"Social event."

Well, you'll be missed.

I guess, um, I'll see you.

Good luck tomorrow.

- Oh.
- Is that Blue Bottle coffee?

Yeah, happy wedding day.

Wait, why are you up?

-Shouldn't your jet lag go
in the other direction? -Ugh.

Didn't really sleep well last night.

Honestly, considering
everything that's going on...

couldn't stop thinking about your dad.

- Here you go.
- Thank you. What about him?

Well...

I know your feelings toward him...

Are complicated and I get that,

but his love for you was... immense,

and I just wish he could
be here today. That's all.

He was so proud of you.

That's arguable.

Natalie found a manuscript
for a book he was working on.

There were parts that implied he
didn't think I was much of a writer.

Well, that doesn't sound
like your dad at all.

And are you sure you can
trust this manuscript?

I don't know. I mean, most of the
characters are definitely inspired by us.

But then again, it's about a cold war spy

who's secretly planning his own death.

Well, I wouldn't put too much
stock in an unfinished spy novel.

And besides, whatever your father believed,

you're an incredible writer.

All of Boston knows that fact.

Thanks.

Reporting's different, though.

It's like these vows. They require
a totally different part of my brain,

one that apparently...

- Is not working.
- Well, then why don't you pretend

to be a reporter again for a second.

You always used to ask
the "W" questions, right?

- And "H"... how.
- Yeah.

Well, I already know the how, the
where, the when, and the who, so...

Tell me the why.

Well... The easy answer is

'cause we're in love.

We make each other stronger...

And we have a bond that
few people can share.

We both have had to embrace
life while facing death.

I was thinking a lot about death

when I first realized
I might not get a wedding,

but... Leo is determined
not to let that happen.

Well, that's... That's beautiful.

Is it, though?

God, it sounds like he
proposed out of pity.

No, I don't think anybody will think that.

Just drink your caffeine. You've
got a big day ahead of you.

I want, like, the smokiest eye possible.

I want people to see me
and think forest fires.

- "Midnight raccoon."
- That should work.

Hey, Ford, thanks for
volunteering to be an usher.

Oh, sure, yeah. I'm only
in it for the free makeover.

I really need help ever since
Sephora banned me for life.

They said, "no traveling
until the hip replacement,"

so, it's just me this time.

But Artie sends his best.

Okay, I gotta head back
to Logan and pick up Mae.

-I'll be back in a bit, okay?
-Okay.

-Hope her flight's not late.
-Okay.

Yup.

Make yourself comfortable. I
have to go steam "the dress."

Ladies, look who's here.

Oh! Today is going to be one of
the best days of your life!

Well, Brenna is certainly making
it one of the most efficient.

- Brenna.
- Hi.

Oh! And... Oh, Natalie.

It has been so long since
we've seen each other.

Uh, I smell white diamonds. Help me!

Actually, Lynn,

your granddaughter is the other brunette.

I'm your son's secret shame, remember?

Okay. Would you still like a hug?

Sure. That'll make up for seeing
me once in the last two years.

You two just need some time

to catch up and get to
know each other better.

I think you'll be shocked by
how much you have in common.

For example...

Lynn is also good with nasty comments.

You want my help or not?

I guess a quarter of my
genes do come from you,

so... there must be a couple
of things we both like.

And don't like.

Okay, fine,

but I'm doing this "Natalie style".

So, our suits are nice, clean, and crispy.

I'm thinking a strong
monochromatic palette,

like Regis Philbin, will
show Beth that I've moved on.

-Let me know if it works.
-Let you know? You're gonna be there.

I decided I'm not going.

What? Come on, it's a Hendrie wedding.

It's gonna be pretty, ornate, and wasteful,

and I can't wait to judge it.

I don't think I can watch her
stand up there with someone else.

She came by last night,
and it was so clear...

We had something really special once.

And the feelings never got any closure.

You never had break-up sex.

- That's not what I meant.
- So, your time ran out.

She picked the other guy, and it blows,

but the least you can
do is be a good friend

and support her on her wedding day.

- I can't do it.
- All right, fine.

Hey, can a plus-one still show up
without the original real guest?

Because I need to rock this
Reege tonight, buddy. I need to.

And... I think we have the winner.

Oh. Excellent. Apply it
with a trowel if you need to.

- Hi.
- Hey, Frankie.

- Hey. - The hairdresser's not
quite ready for me yet,

but I was told I have exactly 26 minutes.

- Yeah, it sounds about right.
- Take a seat.

How's all the best
man stuff going today?

Well, the groom's wearing
socks, so my work's complete.

Thank you.

And thank you for making the
bachelor party happen the other night.

- Yeah.
- How'd it go?

It was fine.

How was Dominic? Was he fine?

I mean, I think so. Was Dominic?
Why? Did he say something? Fine?

No, but I visited him last
night, and he had a black eye.

You visited Dominic last night?

Yeah, he tried to tell me it was a bike
injury, but it didn't look like one,

and he's been off ever
since the bachelor party,

-so I feel like something went down.
-Hmm.

Talk to your fiancee. I don't want
to get in the middle of anything.

Get in the middle of what, though?

Frankie, what happened?

Okay, here's what happened.

Leo punched Dominic in the face.

- What?
- Seriously?

I can't believe Leo would do that.

Actually, I don't think you have the
right to be disappointed with Leo.

What's that now?

Beth, why don't you go and check
and see if the hairdresser's ready.

Shout if you need any backup.

What are you talking about,
I don't "have the right"?

You weren't there. You
don't know the circumstances,

and maybe instead of siding
with your ex-boyfriend,

you give your fiancee
the benefit of the doubt.

Well, it would be easier to
give him the benefit of the doubt

if you would just tell
me what exactly happened.

Oh my God! I hate when girls get like this.

You want to talk to everyone
connected to the problem

except for the person that
you have the problem with.

Okay, sorry I don't live up
to your high bar for womankind,

but Leo obviously didn't
want me to know about this,

and I'm just trying to figure out why.

He wasn't the one who visited an
ex the night before the wedding.

Dominic is my friend, that's all.

Whatever.

Just seems pretty ungrateful, considering
everything Leo's doing for you.

I'm not a charity case!

This wedding is something
Leo and I both want.

Look... talk to Leo.

I think I saw a blow dry bar by the hotel.

Wow. You're on track to beat
the record I set on spring break.

Oh, do you drink competitively?

- No! That was a joke.
- Oh...

Oh, I want to know more
about April's health.

I have some questions
about this clinical trial.

Maybe you can answer them for me.

Are you kidding me?

You finally get some time alone with the
granddaughter that you know the least,

and you're using it to...

Get dirt on one of the other ones?

No. I want to know about you, too.

Oh, I just... I hate being out of the loop.

I was out of your loop...

For two decades.

I recently read some of the
later works that your son wrote,

and he didn't seem to think too much of me.

I guess you don't either.

So, what's the plan for us

- while I'm gone?
- It's four months.

You're gonna be all over the
place, different time zones,

meeting people. I want
you to just enjoy that...

And not have to worry about me or anything.

- But, what do you want?
- I don't know.

I have a lot of stuff to figure
out right now, and I think it's...

Probably better that I do that on my own.

So, even though he punched Dominic

and kept it from me, I'm
just supposed to just...

Shut up and be happy
because I'm the cancer bride?

Okay, you have to stop that. The only one
that's called you "cancer bride" is you.

Is this what they call cold feet?

April, your fiancee is here,

and I gotta say way to go!

Leo's here? Why?

He can't come upstairs! He can't see April!

Actually, I just... I
just wanna talk to April,

but I'll... I'll stay in the hallway.

- Don't look.
- Okay, okay.

So, I heard...

You and Frankie had the
kind of conversation that...

Rich ladies on reality shows usually have.

We exchanged some words,

but at least she told me the truth.

Why didn't you tell me you punched Dominic?

- I'm about to be your wife.
- Because Dominic...

He was drunk, I was drunk, it was just...

Alpha male assertiveness at its worst.

I'm... I'm sorry.

But, if we're talking about things we
shouldn't do before we get married...

Why did you visit him last night?

I was just checking on a friend.

Leo... I love you.

You're the one I wanna be with.

I hate that we're keeping secrets
from each other on our wedding day.

- What does that mean?
- It means we're human.

You want honesty? Ask
me something, anything.

Are you marrying me as a gift?

Because I'm dying?

Am I one of your Robin Hood projects?

Is that really what you think of me?

Of this wedding?

I don't know anymore.

Okay, look... Couples fight all the time,

and they... work through it.

This is just a bump in the road, right?

Right.

A bump in the road.

I want to marry you, April.

I want to marry you too.

If you're looking for April
or Brenna, they're not in here.

I'm looking for you,

because I want ask for your forgiveness.

It's an awkward situation.

So I got nervous, and then I drank.

It doesn't need to be awkward.

Just be my grandma, like
you're their grandma.

That's the problem.

I just...

I just don't feel included
when I'm out here.

Emma, she lives with April and Brenna,

so she's a part of their lives every day.

But I can't compete with that.

Always coming in second place?

Yeah, I... I know what that's like.

Yeah.

Here. Why don't you give
me your phone number?

I'll text you updates on my life.

I'll send photos and everything.

Thank you.

That would be wonderful.

- Let me get that.
- Oh, thank you.

-That's so... There you go.
-Thank you.

There you go. You look great.

Oh! You two look fantastic!

Thank you, and so do you.
Mother of the bride.

-Thanks so much for letting us change here.
-No, of course.

And thank you for keeping him
warm over there in San Francisco.

All right, well, we'll
see you at the church.

- Okay.
- Okay.

- See you.
- Okay.

"Keeping him warm"?

Don't forever hold your peace.

- This place looks incredible.
- I know.

It looks like Pinterest exploded in here.

Please enjoy the old-fashioned
Judeo-Christian pain.

The pews don't got cushions.

- Okay.
- Nice.

Hey.

Come on. I know you can
use more tongue than that.

Okay. Okay. Why is it
you only get extra handsy

when death cab over there shows up?

I mean, clearly, something
happened between you two.

Well, yeah, we used to date,
but it's been over for months.

And yet you're more concerned about
making him jealous than being real with me.

Th's... not true.

I don't know what happened between
you two or how you ended it,

but I'm not interested in being used.

Wait.

- Okay.
- Every box is checked.

- This wedding is a go.
- What do you think?

You look absolutely lovely.

But there's something
missing. You don't look happy.

I know I'm supposed to
feel this overpowering joy,

that I've never felt before, but...

What's wrong?

Is this meant to be?

Is Leo my one true love?

I feel like I use to have the
answers to those questions,

but in the past 24 hours...

I lost them.

That's because there is no "one true love."

I'm on my sixth true love.

You have to realize

marriage isn't about finding
the exact perfect person

destined to be yours forever.

It doesn't mean that no one's
ever gonna compare to them,

and it definitely doesn't mean
you're never going to fight

It means that you're willing to...

put in the time and effort...

To make sacrifices.

Marriage isn't about romance.

It's about commitment.

Commitment is romantic.

You okay?

- Yeah.
- Okay.

Oh! April!

Negative, Shortness of breath,

collapsed. Anything else?

I don't know. We just need her conscious.

I only started to lose my
breath a few minutes beforehand.

- I thought it was nerves.
- And what about the rash?

A couple days ago.

I didn't think it was that big of a deal.

Rashes were listed as potential
side effects on the web site.

Well, it may be a side effect, and
I need you to help me determine that,

and I can't if you don't
communicate with me.

I think it's safe to assume
that you've been under

an exceptional amount of stress lately,

but other than wedding planning,

are there any other
activities I should know about.

Well, Bermuda, and we went to Rhode Island.

And a strip club...

-And jail.
-April, are you wearing a mask

in any of these germ-prone places?

I'll wear one on our flight to
Italy. Our honeymoon's next week.

April, you can't travel,
not in this condition.

A clinical trial is not a free pass.

Well, I don't want to stop living
my life just because I'm sick.

If you don't take care of your health,
there won't be a life left to live.

I'm gonna run some tests
and get you some fluids.

You need a rest.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry I ruined
the wedding, and I'm s...

- I'm sorry I'm sick.
- Hey. Hey.

Hey.

I do not accept your apology.

You asked me today if I proposed to you

because I thought you might be dying.

I want you to know
the answer to that question...

Is, "yes, I did."

We might have to do things
faster than other people...

But I'm so madly in love with you,

and I knew from the very beginning

that I wanted to marry you someday.

Someday just came sooner than I thought.

You're not just granting
a dying girl her last wish?

Marrying you... is my dying wish.

They should've figured it out by now.

I'm sure they're doing all they can.

It's so dumb, but I just thought

that if today went perfectly, then...

It would erase the
cancer for a little while.

Well, some things are
beyond our power, dear.

It's so unfair.

No, it's not fair. It sucks.

And I don't know what's
going to happen to April,

but you're gonna be there for your sister,

and you're gonna be okay,

because you are the
strongest kind of woman...

A rebel woman.

-I'm a rebel woman?
-Yeah, from a long line of rebel women.

You have that spirit, Brenna,

but I can't hit the road

without you knowing how strong you are.

Are you sure you have to leave?

Your mom's still here.

I'd rather talk to a rebel woman.

You mean not your mom, who
got horizontal with your Uncle?

She's definitely a rebel woman.

And when the time is right, you ask her

about the Springsteen concert in 1983.

I'll definitely be saving that
information for later.

I'm so glad that we had this talk.

- What are you doing here?
- I heard about April.

- I wanted to see how she's doing.
- She's conscious and stable.

- Okay.
- But she's going to be here for a while,

- so they're getting her a room.
- Okay.

I... thought you weren't
coming to the wedding,

but here you are, all dressed up.

I guess you realized what I already knew.

I've done a little soul searching.

Come on.

Hey. How are you feeling?

Jeez, can't a girl
collapse at her own wedding

without everyone getting all worked up?

I'm okay.

Just been a crazy day.

I heard about your fight with Leo.

- You did?
- Yeah.

I'm sorry.

I know you're not Leo's biggest fan,

and I get it.

But... I love him.

Well...

I just want you to be happy.

I am.

Then I'm happy for you.

You're in a suit. Were you
gonna come to the wedding?

I...

I was thinking about milestones

and... had a last minute change of heart.

I was hoping I wouldn't be too late, but...

I guess I was.

Get some rest.

I'm taking you off the clinical trial.

So, it... wasn't working?

I don't know if it was the cause of
your rash or your respiratory issues,

but we really can't risk it right now.

So, what's the next step?

Well, you'll have to stay here
a few days under observation,

and take it very, very easy.

Doctor, could I speak to
you privately for a second?

Hey, hey. I'll see you in one hour.

love you.

I'll get dessert from the cafeteria.

- And Leo mentioned flowers.
- I'll steal some from the coma ward.

No, no, you're right. You're right.

Break-up sex was totally necessary.

Yeah, closure, right? I
think it's... it's important.

- Yeah, right?
- Yeah.

- Thanks for bringing the champagne.
- Oh yeah. Sure.

- Thanks for... you're gonna...
- Okay.

Sorry. I'm actually this way.

- Why don't you go...
- Okay.

Okay.

As of seven minutes ago,

I can legally officiate at this shindig,

so let's do it.

Ummm

Don't think we need to read
Corinthians again, right?

We all get what love is

and is not,

so let's cut to the good stuff... the vows.

Leo, you're up.

When I first met April,

I had a death sentence

that I accepted, because it was
easier than trying to fight.

But then I spent some
time with April Carver...

And... every day she finds

new ways to show me how...

Special and important...

And absolutely mind-blowing life can be.

Why would I not want to
spend the rest of my life

with the person who taught me why

it was worth fighting for?

I love adventures.

And I can't think of a better one...

Than life with you.

I'm so happy the wedding's in this room.

It's in this very place that I
tried to hide from my fears.

When things got too hard, I ran away.

I ran here.

And right here...

Is where you found me.

And you taught me that courage
isn't about being unafraid.

It's about...

giving yourself no other
option than to face your fears.

A brilliant woman once told me that

the foundation of marriage is love...

But the reality of it is commitment.

I'm so lucky, and so thankful

that I get to commit myself to someone

who makes me happier, more courageous,

and more excited about
every new minute of my life.

Whoo!

Hey, I'm so sorry to interrupt.

George, you have some experience
with the Leitenberg trial, right?

Yeah. I had a few patients on it, yeah.

Any chance that you can assist
while we flush it from her system

-and determine the next step?
-Well... yeah.

yeah, I can stick around a few extra days.

We should also discuss the
genome sequencing,

help us narrow down her options.

Good idea. All right, I need to counteract

that champagne in my system
with burnt, black coffee.

- Anyone care to join me?
- The more burnt the better.

- Okay.
- All right.

We're gonna do everything we can

to figure out the best course of action.

You said you'd be here for me
if I needed you, and you are.

Thank you, George.

Look what you did.

Look what you created in one hour

Look no, it wasn't just me.
I delegated some tasks.

You still made our wish come true.

I know you have your doubts
about working for your dad, but...

If you could make people this happy
all the time, don't you wanna try?

Well, it's like you said... there
are pros and cons to that job.

I know. I totally get it...

Daddy's big corporation,

suit and tie, strings very much attached.

But the pros won out. I accepted the job.

Mmm!

No. Wait. I just realized something.

What's that?

You didn't know the wedding
was gonna be in this chapel.

- M-mmm.
-That means that the vows you said

were totally improvised. Did April Carver
not write her vows before the ceremony?

What can I say, I'm living in the moment.

Well, you are doing a hell of a job...

- Wife
- Thanks, Husband.