Dynasty (2017–…): Season 5, Episode 3 - Episode #5.3 - full transcript
Previously on Dynasty…
First, you stole my job at.
Flores Incorparado, now you're
cutting me off completely?
Perhaps, if someone
from the board
were to step in as acting
CEO, just while you recover,
to show stability
on Wall Street.
I'm dropping out of the race.
You'll be able to get
an even better deal
from that lieutenant governor.
Why are you so hell-bent on
trying to pin this murder on me?
You're the one with the motive.
I've just seen a
drone flying by,
and it looked like it was
recording. This seat taken?
You remind me of
someone I used to know.
(glasses clink)
FALLON: You're probably thinking
I should take it easy, but
since today is my
first day back at work,
and tomorrow night is
the Carrington Gala,
your girl's coming
in guns a-blazing.
Oh. Oh!
I'm so sorry. Are you okay?
I'm fine. I-I-I
just didn't think
that you were gonna…
Liam, Liam, relax, okay?
The infection is gone.
It's been a week.
You're not gonna bump me back into
a coma. I-I-I just want to make sure
that you're not pushing
it too hard. I get it.
You're concerned and
being weirdly polite,
which is super nice,
but weird.
I just,I wasn't looking, and I turned
right into you, and I know,
which probably shouldn't
happen in a room this big.
Yeah, the room is big.
Big enough for that giant
elephant to fit inside of it.
Metaphorical.
And I'm thinking I
should address it, so…
We haven't had sex since
I got out of the hospital.
Oh…
That elephant. I mean,
I feel like that's
normal following a coma,
which followed a
gunshot wound, right?
I haven't read the literature
on this exact scenario,
but, yeah, I'm sure it's common.
You've been through a
lot. It might take time.
Well, we've been through a lot.
Yes, and we
have nothing to worry about.
Well, good. Then I won't worry.
Good. Me neither.
Great, so we're both
unworried then? Mm-hmm.
Okay. I'm gonna go see my baby.
(kisses)
My company.
Oh.
Bye.
BLAKE: I'm dropping
out of the race
for senator, and even though
I'm ahead in the polls,
I'm a man of my word.
I only want what we agreed to.
I get my land for the airport
and concessions
for Clarke County.
You and the governor get
Cavendish for senator.
Yes, I remember that
deal being on the table.
Here's the thing, it's
now off the table.
I'm sorry.
I'm-I'm not following.
I'm happy to spell
it out for you.
Our polling shows
your lead slipping.
You got a "shot daughter"
bump, but unless
she gets shot again, that bump
will be gone by Election Day,
and since we're confident
Cavendish will now win,
there's no need to
make a deal with you.
I respect the hardball approach.
I basically invented it myself.
My polling tells
a different story,
but I am willing
to amend our deal.
Amend what deal?
Are we negotiating or not?
I'm gonna go with "not," but
have a good day.
The thought of spending
decades in this hellhole
is aging me by the minute.
If I don't get out
of here soon, I am
going to lose my mind
and my natural glow.
Okay, well, I have some news
that might cheer you up.
You're busting me out?
Or are you and I trading
places, like a Parent Trap deal?
I'm not busting you out,
but I was at the
penthouse the other night,
and I saw a drone
fly past the balcony.
How does you seeing a UFO
help get me out of prison?
It was a drone, and it
had a camera attached.
Apparently, it's been flying by
every night for
the past few weeks.
So, if the drone
somehow recorded footage
of Bobby Larson's murder,
even in the background,
it could tell us what
happened that night.
Okay, so how does
one retrieve a drone?
Call the drone police?
No. Whoever owns it lives
in the building across
the street, so I just
have to work out where
it flies back to.
Well…
This is almost as good
as switching places.
You shouldn't be sitting
here chatting with me.
You need to catch
a drone. Guard!
Chop, chop. Oh, my God.
I've got big news to share.
Ooh, I love big news. Same.
Go big or go home.
Oh, could you please not lick
the jelly off of your fingers
in front of me?
It's unsanitary and disgusting.
A, it's jam,
which is delicious on
anything, especially a finger.
And B, I hope your news is
better than your attitude.
Okay. I am getting married.
What? To who?
Whom. And no idea, yet.
Okay, between the jam thing and
this, you sound a little insane.
I was just with my mother,
who was getting on
my case about dating,
when I had an epiphany.
I'm over being alone
and chasing women and
then running away.
That very mature of you,
Michael Culhane. I'm impressed.
Yeah, I'm ready for the
"real love" phase of my life.
I want to meet my
partner. My "one."
I feel like my baby brother
is finally growing up.
I'm older than you.
Whatever. Point is, Kirby and I
are more than happy to help you
find your soul mate. Absolutely.
I don't remember asking
you for help. Well,
true friends can hear a call for
help even when it's unspoken.
You're welcome.
Definitely have to redecorate.
I need a new vibe in here.
Starting with that couch.
Can we get on that
immediately, please, um… Betty.
Ms. Carrington. Betty. And you
have a very different vibe, which
is super comforting to me.
Ooh! I can already feel the
corporate warfare racing
through my veins, and, God,
do I love it. Right.
Uh, so you have
some FSN business
that needs your attention.
Yes. New talent negotiations.
Start rolling calls
with the lawyers
and let the battles begin.
I'm sure I'll tire
of the military
metaphors eventually,
but for now, let's
just roll with it.
Aye-aye. Ah, there you go.
(gasps) Ellen!
Wow. First, the hospital,
now the office. I am touched
that a board member has come
to welcome me back, even
without a muffin basket.
I didn't bring muffins,
and, unfortunately,
I'm not here to welcome
you back, Fallon.
You need to leave.
I'm sorry? So am I,
but it was in the email
you clearly never read.
Well, yeah, I get
a lot of emails.
(scoffs) Our insurance
carrier is forbidding you
from returning to work until you
can pass all health protocols.
You're a liability. A liability?
My doctor said that I am fine,
and it's Fallon Unlimited,
not "Board Members Unlimited."
I thought that this
would be an issue.
You're now on a
mandatory medical leave.
You are legally
forbidden from conducting
company business. (Scoffs)
Well, you can force me to leave,
but you can't stop me
from working at home.
We're shutting down
your business email,
phone and access.
And if you're caught
breaking any rules,
we'll take action to
remove you as CEO.
Well, then I am going to call
our insurance company right now
and file an appeal. Appeal?
Off the premises.
Please.
Hey!
Whoa. Take it easy. I'm
a liability, remember?
Hey, Ellen, this is not over.
You may have won the battle,
but you will not win the war.
Killing it, Betty.
This is my fault.
If I had just let you
drop out when you wanted,
the land for the
airfield would be yours.
Honey, it's not your fault
that Lipnicki's an ass.
He blindsided me. I'm still
dropping out of the race.
Then why are we looking
at this map at all?
Oh, I'm building that airfield.
I just have to find
another way to get my land.
So, you're giving
up on the deal?
Honey, it's dead.
That deal isn't dead
until we say it is.
Let's push back
against that guy.
Maybe blackmail him
into honoring it.
Hmm. You taught me
that's Carrington 101.
Well, I'm glad you're paying
attention, and I love the way
you're thinking, but.
Lipnicki is squeaky clean.
No one is squeaky clean.
I want you
to close your eyes for me
and visualize Lipnicki's office.
(sighs) Now, tell
me what you see.
I see a bunch of
pictures. Uh… his wife.
Um… some people skiing,
uh, his fraternity brothers,
Lipnicki and the governor.
Perfect.
We have everything
we need. We do?
Fraternity brothers?
It's almost too easy.
Ah.
Every time I think I know
all about you, you show me one…
Hotter side.
As you requested, my list
of soul mate requirements.
Five-eight or taller.
Physically fit.
Artistic. Multi-lingual.
How many languages
can you speak?
One, which is why she
needs to speak multiple.
Impeccable manners. I can't believe
you allowed yourself to date me.
Who knew you were so
picky? MICHAEL: Not picky,
just high standards.
My parents had a
magical relationship,
and I want nothing less.
We're not magicians.
We'll find you a woman.
I already have one in mind.
I'll set it up tomorrow,
if you're ready to go.
Well, I guess you can't find the
one unless you meet the one, so
let's make the magic happen.
Can I talk to you for a minute?
Always. What's on your mind?
Well, now what's on my mind is
you being undressed in here.
Were you just… No. I
don't want to know. Okay.
I need advice. My board has put
me on temporary medical leave,
and I want to know how I can
circumvent their decision.
Well, that's easy. You can't.
That's your advice?
I once worked nonstop
for two weeks,
doubled over, waiting for
a kidney stone to pass.
No one cared.
That's what happens when you
take your company public.
You got to answer to the public.
Well, no offense to
your slow-rolling
kidney stone, but
I do not accept
your non-advice, and I'm gonna
need this office back now.
(chuckles) That's not happening.
Hey, hey, is something
else bothering you?
Is it Liam? How are
things with him?
Well, your fatherly instincts
are better than your advice.
Things with Liam are…
Weird.
They're good, but
not normal good.
It's like we're walking
on eggshells, on ice.
Well, you know, the more
time you spend together,
the more it will feel
like it did pre-coma.
Yeah. How are things
in the bedroom?
Now your fatherly instincts
are making me want to throw up.
Mm. Not in my office.
Though, the idea of
spending more time together
isn't terrible, maybe
that'll help break the ice.
Well, I'm glad I could help. No.
Keeping your clothes
on around the manor,
that's more helpful.
Liam, I have an idea.
Hi. I was looking for you.
And I was looking for
Liam, so… He's not here.
And I heard some disturbing news
that FSN is putting
performance clauses
into talent deals
which could negatively impact
my deal. Well…
I'm sure that's not true.
Everything has to go through me.
Good, because I agreed to
be in business with you,
not some faceless board,
so I expect you to go
to them and fix this.
Right.
Well, I can't go
do that right now.
Um… Can you give
me a couple weeks?
Unacceptable. They're discussing
this new policy change tomorrow,
and I want it stopped. Do I need
to remind you how valuable
I am to your company?
I get your daily texts.
If it's a problem,
I can take FSN's number one
show to another network.
Okay, let's not be more
dramatic than usual.
I will just find
some way to go to that board
meeting tomorrow, okay?
BETO: I think we're
almost done here.
I just need to test you
on a few last things.
I'm ready for any test you got.
Okay.
Would you like a drink
with dinner, Cristal?
Of course, my love.
I'll have my usual. Whiskey sour
with maple syrup,
not simple syrup.
Perfect.
Tell me, what's our
father's sister's name?
Silvio was an only child, Beto,
but our mother has two siblings,
Tío Javy and Tía Rosa.
How about Cristal's
laugh? It's very specific.
All right. You mean…
(laughing)
Oh, this is gonna work out
even better than I imagined.
Those people at Fallon Unlimited
have some nerve
treating me like this.
I am the face of their
shopping network.
You don't slap the
face that feeds you.
Right.
You should be equally
outraged, Jeff.
As an investor in Dom-Mystique,
this could hurt you, too.
Yeah, absolutely.
You don't seem outraged.
You seem like that lobster
was your best friend.
Okay.
I've been rambling on
about myself this
whole time, I get it.
How are you doing?
Are you at least excited
to be honored for your
charitable work at the
Foundation Gala tomorrow night?
Yeah. Thrilled.
Okay, that's it.
What's going on? And no
more two-word answers.
I've been pursuing three
different tech companies
about a new partnership.
But I can't even get a meeting.
Sweetheart, maybe
they're just busy.
Oh, no, they all got back to me
and said they
weren't interested.
Well, there are other
companies out there.
There could be a million.
It doesn't matter.
After the Colby
Co. Space fiasco,
I'm a liability. No
one will touch me.
Basically, no one
will work with me
until I prove I'm
back, which I can't do
because no one
will work with me.
Well, if it isn't everyone's
least favorite Carrington.
You know you don't
live here, right?
I could have security
just escort you home.
Yeah, I'm looking for Fallon.
She's actually tied
with me for, um,
well, everyone's favorite.
Hmm. I'm not my sister's keeper.
What's this about then?
Some kind of art therapy?
Well, I'm trying to decide
on a logo for my
new company, ACI.
Adam Carrington Industries.
You know, setting
up a new empire is…
Well, it's daunting
and exciting, really.
Yeah, this beauty and anti-aging
company is going to be massive.
Is it?
I just have a feeling that
soon the only logo you'll need
is the one for the county jail.
Clever, but I'm not worried
because my alibi is airtight
and your obsession
with me is a little sad.
That looked like fun.
Yeah, he's a treat. Um,
have you seen Fallon?
I just need an extra set
of eyes to help me
catch a Peeping Tom.
Uh, Fallon left,
but I have two eyes
and nothing to do. (clicks
tongue) Count me in.
Um, are you sure? We just,
we barely know each other.
I'm bored, I don't have a job,
and the idea of hunting
for a Peeping Tom sounds
far more thrilling than
rewatching season 21
of Celebrity Intervention.
Wait, the one with Natasha?
Oh, my God, yes. So good.
It's so good.
I see you brought your
enforcer with you this time.
Hello, Mrs. Carrington.
Apparently, your husband
didn't explain to you
that this is not a negotiation.
No, he did, but we're
not here to negotiate.
We're here to tell you
what's about to happen.
We uncovered some details
of a fraternity party
gone horribly wrong
while you were
a senior at Atlanta A&M.
She may not look tough, but
trust me, she's a savage.
(laughs)
I wasn't even living in
the house at this time,
so even if something did happen,
I wasn't involved. I
think we're done here.
No, I don't think we are.
You see, seems that
one of your bros,
who apparently
has a grudge against you,
is willing to testify that you
were in the house.
You're bluffing.
Are you sure you want
to take that chance?
Could be anyone. Maybe
Cooper, down in Tallahassee?
Right. You remember,
The Grateful Coop?
Or Jefferson, in
Dallas? J-Money.
Did your fraternity have a
rule about horrible nicknames?
(clears throat)
CRISTAL: And those
are just the ones in the photo.
There were a lot of people
in that house. We're
not bluffing, Lippy.
So, in addition to what
we already agreed upon,
we're gonna need, you
know, a little bit more.
Guaranteed government contracts
for Flores Incorporado. I
don't even know what that is.
That's all right,
we'll fill you in.
I'll have to talk
to the governor.
You have 24 hours.
Have a good day.
Mmm. Amazing.
Thank you.
Just the husband I've
been looking for.
Hopefully the only one.
What's with the basket?
I was thinking it would be good
for us to do something
fun together tomorrow.
You know, like we used to before
the drama train rolled in.
Unless, of course,
you're busy or not in
the mood for fun with me.
I'm totally in the mood.
Wait, you thinking
outdoor adventure,
like rock climbing? 'Cause
I'm so down for that.
No, I told you we're
never doing that again,
but…
If you're down for an
adventure, I've got it covered.
KIRBY: Nice moon.
No drone. I'm bored. Well…
Security says it usually
flies by at 7:00, so…
I'll watch the east, you
watch the west? Gotcha.
Other west.
Gotcha.
What if it doesn't show up?
It will.
Security says the perv
shows up rain or shine.
(sighs) We could
be here all night.
What are you doing?
You crazy? That's
never gonna work.
If you want to
catch a Peeping Tom,
you have to give them
something to peep at.
(drone whirring)
Drone!
(whirring continues)
Okay, so it's landed on the…
Ninth floor balcony. Perfect.
I'm gonna go over there.
Hey, um, thanks for helping.
This was fun, but maybe
get some mace before you
go see the creepy guy.
Yeah.
What is happening?
You are knocking
way too loud, unless
the building is on fire.
That's the least of your
problems, you sicko.
(chuckles) I'm
sorry, do I know you?
No, but only because
I haven't undressed
in the building
across the street.
So, you're talking about
undressing, and I'm the sicko?
I think you should probably
leave, since I have no idea
what you're talking
about. (Chuckles) No.
I am talking about your
drone, you pervert.
I caught it in the act.
You have been spying
on women for the last two
weeks with that thing.
I'm sorry to disappoint
you, but that wasn't me.
Oh, really?
Well, can you tell me why
I saw the drone come back
and land on your balcony?
Sadly, I can.
Oh, you can? I think I know
who the pervert is,
as you so charmingly
put it.
My nephew Timmy has
been staying with me
for a few weeks,
and I had no idea
what the kid was doing
out there. He's ten,
or 14. I don't ask
a lot of questions.
Well, I'm sure the police
will have some questions
for your so-called "nephew."
No, no, no, please do
not call the police.
My sister already thinks
I'm the worst uncle.
Look, I promise I will
make him stop and delete
all of the video. No! Um, no.
One of his videos…
It could be the only thing that
exonerates my mother of murder.
Wow, a murder? Really?
Look, it's a long shot,
but I'm-I'm praying
that he was flying his drone
the night of the crime.
Well, only one way to find out.
Hey, Timmy!
Get your ten-to-14-year-old
butt out here.
What am I watching?
Your demise?
Is that…
Where did you get this?
Unfortunately,
the drone only got
those few moments
before it flew off.
What's this supposed to prove?
There isn't even any sound.
It proves that you were there,
not Alexis, so when
the district attorney
sees it, our mother will
look way less guilty,
and you will look,
well, completely guilty.
Okay. The truth is, um…
Bobby's death
was, uh, it was an accident.
He-he charged me,
and-and when I moved
out of the way,
he slipped, and he just…
(blows air, pops lips)
Which you would've seen if
the drone hadn't have left.
Well, I'm sure the police
will take your word for
it, with your history
of honesty and good deeds.
Listen, Hagatha Christie,
that's why I didn't
tell them. (stammers)
I never actually thought
they would convict Alexis
on circumstantial evidence.
Oh, right, yeah, I'm sure.
Children, please don't fight
in front of your mother
while she is in lockup.
Adam, I have a plan. Amanda,
would you give us
a moment, please?
I know you don't
agree with this,
but it's what is
right for everyone.
What-What's this? A
contract. It's simple.
You sign over the rights
to your anti-aging drug to me,
or I show the video to the D.A.
That-that makes no sense.
What-what good will a patent be
if you're stuck in
jail? Like you said,
they won't convict me on
circumstantial evidence.
So, now the question is whether
you'll be taking my spot here.
Mother, I really need
this patent for ACI.
Adam Carrington
Industries. Don't worry.
You'll retain a
small percentage.
I am not Dr. Larson-level
greedy. Plus,
I don't want you to
push me over a balcony.
I told you it was
an accident. Bu…
There…
There has to be some
other way. I've…
I've worked way
too hard for this.
Well, if you think of one while
you're lying on your metal bed
in your cell, let me know.
Though, the phone does
get quite crowded,
so get there early.
Cristal.
Beto? What are you doing here?
You're not supposed
to be in Atlanta.
And yet, here I am.
Why? You'll find
out soon enough.
I don't have time for
you and your drama.
I'm hosting a big
gala at the ma…
LIAM: Fallon is honoring
her medical leave,
but it is within her legal right
to appoint me as her proxy.
So, let's get down to business.
I am ready, willing and able.
Will you give us a moment
to discuss this, Liam?Sure,
but keep it to a moment.
Have I mentioned I think this
is a monumentally bad idea
and not remotely what I
pictured for our adventure?
Yes, yes, I know,
but I need you to stop them
from making a huge mistake.
So, just say what I say.
Come on, it'll be fun for us.
We never do stuff
like this anymore.
Liam, we'll allow
your proxy vote.
Great. Well, the first order
of business today is the
new FSN talent deals.
FALLON: Fabulous.
Fabulous.
Tell them that the proposed
performance clauses in
the new talent deals
may seem fine on paper,
but they will
backfire spectacularly
when they cause our
top designers to walk.
You know what's not fabulous?
The proposed performance
clauses in the talent deals,
which will backfire
spectacularly
when they cause our
top designers to walk.
Good. I mean, you know,
you left the part out
about the paper, but
you're improv-ing,
which is fun. See?
We're good at this.
ELLEN: No, but won't
performance clauses
incentivize our top designers?
Great question, Ellen.
One that will take a
minute or two to answer.
They're artists first, and
we can't afford to risk that
perceived
organizational distrust
will cause them to sacrifice
creativity over quality.
They're artists first.
And we can't afford for
our organization not to trust them
or their creativity.
Okay, I said
improv, not rewrite.
Hmm. You make a good point.
Thank you, Ellen.
(faint squeaking)
(rat chittering)
There's a rat.
There's a rat. There's a rat.
And furthermore, there's
a rat.
ELLEN: In…In the company?
Like the Mafia?
No. No, no, no, no, no, no.
There's-there's, like,
a real rat in the vent.
(gasps, whimpers)
No.
I mean there's a rat
in all of us
just…
Scurrying to get to the
organizational cheese.
Seriously? (Gasps)
(others exclaiming)
(Fallon groans)
Oh, my…
Fallon?
(Fallon grunts)
LIAM: Are you okay?
I'm fine. Good news.
I was able
to locate the source
of the rodent problem,
and you guys are all good.
So carry on, and
I'll be on my way.
You have left me no choice.
I will now personally
submit a motion to the board
to permanently
remove you as CEO.
FALLON: Yeah.
I figured.
But Liam can still vote for
me at that meeting, right?
(screams)
Sorry, I thought it was the rat.
(Cristal grunting softly)
What the hell is going on here,Beto?
Where are we?
Untie me right now.
¿Estás loco?
Okay, cálmate, hermana.
I mean, you can scream all you
want. No one's gonna hear you
where we are.
(grunting)
Is this about money?
Untie me, and I'll
write you a check.
I'll untie you when you behave.
I don't want a check.
I want our family company,
which you stole from me.
Haven't we been over this?
It's not gonna happen.
But I'm expected at the
gala, and the second
Blake knows I'm missing, he'll
look for me. Don't worry.
You are already at the gala.
(indistinct chatter)
(Blake laughs)
Excuse me. Great news.
The governor signed off
on our deal. We got
everything we wanted. He had
no idea we were bluffing.
How did you know?
Well, I'm pretty good
at reading people.
As a physical therapist. Mm.
I've never been more thrilled to
have you as my wife and partner.
Wait a minute.
Where's your wedding ring?
Oh. I must have left it
at the salon when
I got my manicure.
I'll call them and
have them hold it
for me until the morning. Okay.
These things happen.
Now let's go
show everyone who means
anything in Atlanta
how stunning you are.
Wow.
You definitely
stuck this landing
a whole lot better than the
one at the board meeting.
I may still have a piece of
plaster lodged in my ear,
but thank you. So, you're
not mad? (Chuckles)
No. No, I feel bad
about how it turned out.
I got to admit, that was
kind of wild, though.
It's given me a couple ideas
of other things that
we can do together.
Oh, such as?
Oh, I don't know.
Have you ever had sex
in a closet at a gala?
Ooh, it's like a
pornographic game of Clue.
But sadly,
as much as I've missed
tearing your clothes off
and you tearing mine,
I have to keep them
on a little longer
because I invited Ellen
and the board, and
they're here somewhere.
That's surprisingly mature
of you. That's what I want
them to think. I need them here
when the 200 shareholders
waiting outside storm in
to vote them out,
which, before you ask,
is perfectly legal.
Legal? Sure.
Ethical? Eh. Maybe.
I just have to find
Jeff to tell him that my speech
praising his charitable work
now includes a hostile takeover
of my own company.
I'll give Betty
the signal. She'll
bring in the horde.
Everything will
be back to normal.
Got it. Hostile takeover first.
Clothes ripping second.
Perfect.
ADAM: Do you think
people actually just want
the mint jelly? This is
completely unprofessional.
Go get some lamb.
Hello, darling.
Mother, what are
you doing here? Did…
Did you escape?
Wait,you-you know that this is
probably the second place
the police are
gonna look for you,
right? Why are you
being so paranoid?
You're acting like my cellmate.
I didn't escape
anything. I was released
when I showed the entire video
to the D.A. Wait, entire video?
Excuse me. I have
been doing hard time,
and now I need hard liquor. Uh,
no, no, no, no, no. No, no, no.
You are not going anywhere
until you give me some answers.
You can be quite
exhausting, you know that?
(clears throat)
You might want to
grab some popcorn.
See? It was an accident.
(breathes deeply)
You had that the whole
time. And you tricked me
into signing over the
rights to my patent to you.
Yes. It's almost as bad
as letting me rot in jail
for a crime I didn't commit.
Apples and oranges, really.
Anyway, the D.A.
ruled it an accident,
and after a not
insignificant donation
to the Policeman's Fund,
no charges will be
brought against you
for lying to the police.
All's well that ends well, then.
We should celebrate, right?
I will.
And I expect to see you bright
and early at the penthouse
to get started on
our company. Oh,
and I've thought about
it. The name ACI?
It's out.What?
But I have logos.
We'll make new ones.
The company is now called.
ALEXAM.
Hate it.
Mother?
What are you doing here?
Did you escape? Did you get your
hair done after you broke out?
I'm free. And I am so happy
to see you up, healthy
and looking gorgeous.
I'm so sorry
I didn't visit you
at the hospital,
but I was, you know,
in the slammer.
And I'm sorry I didn't
visit you in prison,
but I was, you know, in a coma.
Should you be running around?
How are you feeling? Oh,
I feel fine. I would love
to talk, and we will later,
but I have a work crisis
that needs my focus.
Mm.
It's like I never left.
Oh, champagne boy. Yes.
KIRBY: I can't believe he found
a flaw with Gigi,
Rachel wasn't his type,
and he just wasn't
feeling Molly.
At least this Nina woman
seems like a contender.
I love her. She stayed
at the hotel a few times.
Gorgeous, successful.
My legit top candidate.
Was there a movie
you fell in love with
as a kid that planted the
seeds of your career path?
That's a very
insightful question.
I thought so. Well, you
may think it's weird,
but probably Silence
of the Lambs.
The first time I
finished watching it,
I knew I either wanted
to be an FBI agent
or a film director.
Silence of the Lambs?
(chuckles) No, no, no, no, no.
Scary movies, not my thing.
What if I promise
to hold your hand?
Well, that might get me
to reconsider.
(chuckles softly)
Mm. Are you okay?
Yeah, yeah. No, I'm good.
Okay, could you
not lick your fingers, please?
It's unsanitary. For who?
My fingers, my mouth, right?
(chuckles) Yeah,
you're not helping.
And you're acting like a child.
I'm not the one
licking my fingers.
Wow. Thank you
for making this so easy.
I think we're done here.
You dropped your napkin.
Oh, that's right.
You don't use those. (Gasps)
What the hell just happened?
Nothing happened.
You want to help me?
Stay out of my love life.
(scoffs)
This makes no sense.
I mean, I don't even date women,
and I'd consider
sleeping with Nina.
I have dated women,
and she's an absolute babe.
AMANDA: Well, it's
nice to see you
near a bar instead
of behind them.
Thanks to you. You did one
of the most wonderful things
anyone has ever done for me.
You saved me.
Oh. Mother, I wanted to introduce
you to Dex Dexter. This is the man
who truly saved you.
Alexis is your mother?
Farnsworth Dexter.
(Dex chuckles)
Wow. I haven't been called
Farnsworth since college.
Sorry, what's happening here?
Farnsworth… Dex…
Is the son of Sam Dexter,
who sat on the board at C.A.
Our families have been
friends for years.
I haven't seen you in years.
I-I haven't forgotten you.
I think you and I should
have a cocktail and catch up
so I can properly thank you
for being my hero.
(chuckles)
So do tell me what
you've been up to.
ADAM: Hey.
Oh, geez! I lost
control of my company
because of you. So I'm(Clears throat)
not gonna forget that.
Well, because of me, you're
not in prison, and neither
is our mother, so maybe
you don't forget that.
Yeah, I wouldn't
hold your breath
waiting for my
gratitude for that.
Okay. And once I get control
of ACI again, I'll
deal with you.
There's only room
for one troublemaker
in this family.
That position's filled.
DOMINIQUE: If you're looking
for Jeff, he's not here.
He won't be attending.
What? Why not? Is he
okay? Physically, yes.
But emotionally, he's a wreck
because every business
opportunity has vanished.
No one wants to work
with him anymore.
That can't be true.
He can't even get a
meeting, and unfortunately,
his identity is completely
wrapped up in his career.
He doesn't realize
there's more to life
than being in the game.
Not that you're like that.
You have a…
Rich life outside of work.
I need some champagne.
Stat.
ELLEN: The board and
I are leaving now. Oh.
We only came for the optics.
We're meeting in the
morning. I have the votes
to remove you as CEO. I'm sorry.
Uh, Ellen, wait.
The board does not have
to meet tomorrow because
I am withdrawing my appeal,
and stepping down
as CEO, temporarily.
This company matters
more than any of us.
Well, I think that's
a wonderful idea.
We'll still meet in the morning
to formally accept
your resignation
and choose a new CEO. Will
I have any say in that?
Not after you've stepped down.
Oh, well, I'm still
CEO tonight, right?
So excuse me. Dominique,
call Jeff and tell
him I'll meet him
at the Elevation
Lounge in 20 minutes.
It's important.
And, Liam… On it.
You and I are having sex in an
hour, so you have 55 minutes
to get upstairs,
do some push-ups,
and take your clothes
off. Way on it.
Look, I'm sorry I snapped
at you. You're forgiven.
But there's one more
woman you have to meet who
we know will be a game changer.And
I won't take
no for an answer.
Mama, what are you…
You dragged her out
of the house for this?
LUELLA: They didn't
drag me anywhere.
They called and told me you
were ready to settle down,
and I couldn't get
here fast enough.
Well, that's the plan.
I just gotta find the
right person first.
That's all well and good,
but I also hear that
you've been rejecting
women right and left.
Who do you think you
are, Billy Dee Williams?
Yes, he does. But pre-Lando.
Shut it.
I just want what
you and Dad had.
Is that too much to ask?
No. But you should know that
my marriage to your father
was far from perfect.
He did some things
that drove me crazy.
And I suppose I did some
things that drove him crazy.
Though his were
crazier. (Both laugh)
I love her. Yeah.
But the point is, if I'd had
a list of requirements,
I never would have
married your father.
Which turned out to be the
best decision I ever made.
You get what I'm saying, son?
I get you.
And I love you. Good.
I love you, too.
Now, how about buying your mama
a fancy drink, and
maybe a Porterhouse?
She does make a lot of sense.
Yeah, she does.
And, if you're still
willing to help,
I promise to be less picky.
Great. So I'll call Nina.
Mm-mm-mm.
Literally, anyone but Nina.
What's the problem with Nina?
You know what my favorite
part of the gala is?
When it's over,
and you and I can
go upstairs to celebrate.
Unless you want to slip
back into the study.
Blake Carrington, you're the
most charming man on the planet.
And I'd go anywhere with you.
But I'm not feeling so great.
So I'm gonna make
myself a cup of tea.
But can I get a rain check
on that anywhere celebration?
Yeah, of course you can.
It's been a long day.
Wake me up when
you crawl into bed.
So what's the big emergency?
I was in my pajamas.
I'm stepping down as CEO
as of tomorrow because
I have some personal things
that I need to figure out.
And also, they banned
me from the building.
Uh, wow. Didn't
expect to hear that.
Well, it's temporary, but,
I heard some of the stuff
going on in your life,
and I can relate to wanting
to get back in the game.
Okay, now, hold up.
Uh, I see where this is headed,
and I'm not interested,
okay?I said I didn't want
to be on your board,
and I certainly don't want to
be your charity hire. Oh, no.
This is not that. My biological
corporate clock is ticking.
I have 24 hours
to pick a new CEO,
or they're gonna
pick one for me.
Listen, I'm really not in
a good place right now,
and I have my own
soul searching to do.
Well, you can soul
search while you work.
I need somebody who I can trust
to protect my baby.
Somebody smart, somebody bold.
Somebody who's as crazy as I am.
Somebody who's family.
And I'm really hoping
that person is you.
This is the most insane
thing I've ever heard.
You think Blake won't notice
the difference between us?
He'll immediately
know it's not me.
Honey, I'm home.
Oh, my God.
Oh, my God.
Told you.
How'd it go?
Better than I expected.
Apparently your Flores
company is even more valuable
because Blake and I made
a deal with the governor.
Blake and I made a
deal, you psycho.
RITA: Can't stay long.
Blake is eagerly
waiting for me to return
so we can celebrate.
That should be fun.
I don't know who you are,
but I am begging you,
woman to woman,
let me go home, please.
I hope your rings fit.
I think my hands are just
a little more feminine.
Now, if you'll
excuse me, (grunts)
I have a date in your bedroom.
So Jeff accepted my offer,
and Ellen accepted my
assurance that Jeff was
the ideal candidate
to replace me.
Jeff will be approved as
CEO until I am fully ready
and cleared to return.
Wow. That's a big deal.
Well, yeah. I mean, I
almost died, Liam. Twice.
I know. That's a bigger deal.
And I'm glad you're
realizing that.
Which is why I have decided
to take some time away
to figure out who I am
away from Fallon Unlimited.
And reconnect with
you on every level.
I mean, I know that the
board meeting was a bit
of a fiasco, but it kind of
felt like us again, right?
This is gonna sound ridiculous,
but seeing you drop
out of the ceiling
to escape a rodent
made me realize how much I've
missed having fun with you.
I like this version of Fallon,
and I can't wait to see much
more of her, starting now.
Mm. I like it when you talk
about me in the third person.
Maybe you should
undress Fallon now.
Ooh, this is fun.
It's kind of like we're
having a threesome.
(laughs)
(door opens) BLAKE:
I am not happy.
Yeah. You can imagine
how Fallon feels.
I had to jump in and
give a last-minute speech
at the gala when
you disappeared.
Those usually take
days to prepare. Blake.
Oh.
Apparently the awkwardness
between the two of you is gone.
You're welcome.
Yeah, you really saved the day.
LIAM: You told your father
it was awkward between us?
I mean, not as
awkward as it is now.
Please get out.
Happily.
But if you need any
more… BOTH: Get out!
First, you stole my job at.
Flores Incorparado, now you're
cutting me off completely?
Perhaps, if someone
from the board
were to step in as acting
CEO, just while you recover,
to show stability
on Wall Street.
I'm dropping out of the race.
You'll be able to get
an even better deal
from that lieutenant governor.
Why are you so hell-bent on
trying to pin this murder on me?
You're the one with the motive.
I've just seen a
drone flying by,
and it looked like it was
recording. This seat taken?
You remind me of
someone I used to know.
(glasses clink)
FALLON: You're probably thinking
I should take it easy, but
since today is my
first day back at work,
and tomorrow night is
the Carrington Gala,
your girl's coming
in guns a-blazing.
Oh. Oh!
I'm so sorry. Are you okay?
I'm fine. I-I-I
just didn't think
that you were gonna…
Liam, Liam, relax, okay?
The infection is gone.
It's been a week.
You're not gonna bump me back into
a coma. I-I-I just want to make sure
that you're not pushing
it too hard. I get it.
You're concerned and
being weirdly polite,
which is super nice,
but weird.
I just,I wasn't looking, and I turned
right into you, and I know,
which probably shouldn't
happen in a room this big.
Yeah, the room is big.
Big enough for that giant
elephant to fit inside of it.
Metaphorical.
And I'm thinking I
should address it, so…
We haven't had sex since
I got out of the hospital.
Oh…
That elephant. I mean,
I feel like that's
normal following a coma,
which followed a
gunshot wound, right?
I haven't read the literature
on this exact scenario,
but, yeah, I'm sure it's common.
You've been through a
lot. It might take time.
Well, we've been through a lot.
Yes, and we
have nothing to worry about.
Well, good. Then I won't worry.
Good. Me neither.
Great, so we're both
unworried then? Mm-hmm.
Okay. I'm gonna go see my baby.
(kisses)
My company.
Oh.
Bye.
BLAKE: I'm dropping
out of the race
for senator, and even though
I'm ahead in the polls,
I'm a man of my word.
I only want what we agreed to.
I get my land for the airport
and concessions
for Clarke County.
You and the governor get
Cavendish for senator.
Yes, I remember that
deal being on the table.
Here's the thing, it's
now off the table.
I'm sorry.
I'm-I'm not following.
I'm happy to spell
it out for you.
Our polling shows
your lead slipping.
You got a "shot daughter"
bump, but unless
she gets shot again, that bump
will be gone by Election Day,
and since we're confident
Cavendish will now win,
there's no need to
make a deal with you.
I respect the hardball approach.
I basically invented it myself.
My polling tells
a different story,
but I am willing
to amend our deal.
Amend what deal?
Are we negotiating or not?
I'm gonna go with "not," but
have a good day.
The thought of spending
decades in this hellhole
is aging me by the minute.
If I don't get out
of here soon, I am
going to lose my mind
and my natural glow.
Okay, well, I have some news
that might cheer you up.
You're busting me out?
Or are you and I trading
places, like a Parent Trap deal?
I'm not busting you out,
but I was at the
penthouse the other night,
and I saw a drone
fly past the balcony.
How does you seeing a UFO
help get me out of prison?
It was a drone, and it
had a camera attached.
Apparently, it's been flying by
every night for
the past few weeks.
So, if the drone
somehow recorded footage
of Bobby Larson's murder,
even in the background,
it could tell us what
happened that night.
Okay, so how does
one retrieve a drone?
Call the drone police?
No. Whoever owns it lives
in the building across
the street, so I just
have to work out where
it flies back to.
Well…
This is almost as good
as switching places.
You shouldn't be sitting
here chatting with me.
You need to catch
a drone. Guard!
Chop, chop. Oh, my God.
I've got big news to share.
Ooh, I love big news. Same.
Go big or go home.
Oh, could you please not lick
the jelly off of your fingers
in front of me?
It's unsanitary and disgusting.
A, it's jam,
which is delicious on
anything, especially a finger.
And B, I hope your news is
better than your attitude.
Okay. I am getting married.
What? To who?
Whom. And no idea, yet.
Okay, between the jam thing and
this, you sound a little insane.
I was just with my mother,
who was getting on
my case about dating,
when I had an epiphany.
I'm over being alone
and chasing women and
then running away.
That very mature of you,
Michael Culhane. I'm impressed.
Yeah, I'm ready for the
"real love" phase of my life.
I want to meet my
partner. My "one."
I feel like my baby brother
is finally growing up.
I'm older than you.
Whatever. Point is, Kirby and I
are more than happy to help you
find your soul mate. Absolutely.
I don't remember asking
you for help. Well,
true friends can hear a call for
help even when it's unspoken.
You're welcome.
Definitely have to redecorate.
I need a new vibe in here.
Starting with that couch.
Can we get on that
immediately, please, um… Betty.
Ms. Carrington. Betty. And you
have a very different vibe, which
is super comforting to me.
Ooh! I can already feel the
corporate warfare racing
through my veins, and, God,
do I love it. Right.
Uh, so you have
some FSN business
that needs your attention.
Yes. New talent negotiations.
Start rolling calls
with the lawyers
and let the battles begin.
I'm sure I'll tire
of the military
metaphors eventually,
but for now, let's
just roll with it.
Aye-aye. Ah, there you go.
(gasps) Ellen!
Wow. First, the hospital,
now the office. I am touched
that a board member has come
to welcome me back, even
without a muffin basket.
I didn't bring muffins,
and, unfortunately,
I'm not here to welcome
you back, Fallon.
You need to leave.
I'm sorry? So am I,
but it was in the email
you clearly never read.
Well, yeah, I get
a lot of emails.
(scoffs) Our insurance
carrier is forbidding you
from returning to work until you
can pass all health protocols.
You're a liability. A liability?
My doctor said that I am fine,
and it's Fallon Unlimited,
not "Board Members Unlimited."
I thought that this
would be an issue.
You're now on a
mandatory medical leave.
You are legally
forbidden from conducting
company business. (Scoffs)
Well, you can force me to leave,
but you can't stop me
from working at home.
We're shutting down
your business email,
phone and access.
And if you're caught
breaking any rules,
we'll take action to
remove you as CEO.
Well, then I am going to call
our insurance company right now
and file an appeal. Appeal?
Off the premises.
Please.
Hey!
Whoa. Take it easy. I'm
a liability, remember?
Hey, Ellen, this is not over.
You may have won the battle,
but you will not win the war.
Killing it, Betty.
This is my fault.
If I had just let you
drop out when you wanted,
the land for the
airfield would be yours.
Honey, it's not your fault
that Lipnicki's an ass.
He blindsided me. I'm still
dropping out of the race.
Then why are we looking
at this map at all?
Oh, I'm building that airfield.
I just have to find
another way to get my land.
So, you're giving
up on the deal?
Honey, it's dead.
That deal isn't dead
until we say it is.
Let's push back
against that guy.
Maybe blackmail him
into honoring it.
Hmm. You taught me
that's Carrington 101.
Well, I'm glad you're paying
attention, and I love the way
you're thinking, but.
Lipnicki is squeaky clean.
No one is squeaky clean.
I want you
to close your eyes for me
and visualize Lipnicki's office.
(sighs) Now, tell
me what you see.
I see a bunch of
pictures. Uh… his wife.
Um… some people skiing,
uh, his fraternity brothers,
Lipnicki and the governor.
Perfect.
We have everything
we need. We do?
Fraternity brothers?
It's almost too easy.
Ah.
Every time I think I know
all about you, you show me one…
Hotter side.
As you requested, my list
of soul mate requirements.
Five-eight or taller.
Physically fit.
Artistic. Multi-lingual.
How many languages
can you speak?
One, which is why she
needs to speak multiple.
Impeccable manners. I can't believe
you allowed yourself to date me.
Who knew you were so
picky? MICHAEL: Not picky,
just high standards.
My parents had a
magical relationship,
and I want nothing less.
We're not magicians.
We'll find you a woman.
I already have one in mind.
I'll set it up tomorrow,
if you're ready to go.
Well, I guess you can't find the
one unless you meet the one, so
let's make the magic happen.
Can I talk to you for a minute?
Always. What's on your mind?
Well, now what's on my mind is
you being undressed in here.
Were you just… No. I
don't want to know. Okay.
I need advice. My board has put
me on temporary medical leave,
and I want to know how I can
circumvent their decision.
Well, that's easy. You can't.
That's your advice?
I once worked nonstop
for two weeks,
doubled over, waiting for
a kidney stone to pass.
No one cared.
That's what happens when you
take your company public.
You got to answer to the public.
Well, no offense to
your slow-rolling
kidney stone, but
I do not accept
your non-advice, and I'm gonna
need this office back now.
(chuckles) That's not happening.
Hey, hey, is something
else bothering you?
Is it Liam? How are
things with him?
Well, your fatherly instincts
are better than your advice.
Things with Liam are…
Weird.
They're good, but
not normal good.
It's like we're walking
on eggshells, on ice.
Well, you know, the more
time you spend together,
the more it will feel
like it did pre-coma.
Yeah. How are things
in the bedroom?
Now your fatherly instincts
are making me want to throw up.
Mm. Not in my office.
Though, the idea of
spending more time together
isn't terrible, maybe
that'll help break the ice.
Well, I'm glad I could help. No.
Keeping your clothes
on around the manor,
that's more helpful.
Liam, I have an idea.
Hi. I was looking for you.
And I was looking for
Liam, so… He's not here.
And I heard some disturbing news
that FSN is putting
performance clauses
into talent deals
which could negatively impact
my deal. Well…
I'm sure that's not true.
Everything has to go through me.
Good, because I agreed to
be in business with you,
not some faceless board,
so I expect you to go
to them and fix this.
Right.
Well, I can't go
do that right now.
Um… Can you give
me a couple weeks?
Unacceptable. They're discussing
this new policy change tomorrow,
and I want it stopped. Do I need
to remind you how valuable
I am to your company?
I get your daily texts.
If it's a problem,
I can take FSN's number one
show to another network.
Okay, let's not be more
dramatic than usual.
I will just find
some way to go to that board
meeting tomorrow, okay?
BETO: I think we're
almost done here.
I just need to test you
on a few last things.
I'm ready for any test you got.
Okay.
Would you like a drink
with dinner, Cristal?
Of course, my love.
I'll have my usual. Whiskey sour
with maple syrup,
not simple syrup.
Perfect.
Tell me, what's our
father's sister's name?
Silvio was an only child, Beto,
but our mother has two siblings,
Tío Javy and Tía Rosa.
How about Cristal's
laugh? It's very specific.
All right. You mean…
(laughing)
Oh, this is gonna work out
even better than I imagined.
Those people at Fallon Unlimited
have some nerve
treating me like this.
I am the face of their
shopping network.
You don't slap the
face that feeds you.
Right.
You should be equally
outraged, Jeff.
As an investor in Dom-Mystique,
this could hurt you, too.
Yeah, absolutely.
You don't seem outraged.
You seem like that lobster
was your best friend.
Okay.
I've been rambling on
about myself this
whole time, I get it.
How are you doing?
Are you at least excited
to be honored for your
charitable work at the
Foundation Gala tomorrow night?
Yeah. Thrilled.
Okay, that's it.
What's going on? And no
more two-word answers.
I've been pursuing three
different tech companies
about a new partnership.
But I can't even get a meeting.
Sweetheart, maybe
they're just busy.
Oh, no, they all got back to me
and said they
weren't interested.
Well, there are other
companies out there.
There could be a million.
It doesn't matter.
After the Colby
Co. Space fiasco,
I'm a liability. No
one will touch me.
Basically, no one
will work with me
until I prove I'm
back, which I can't do
because no one
will work with me.
Well, if it isn't everyone's
least favorite Carrington.
You know you don't
live here, right?
I could have security
just escort you home.
Yeah, I'm looking for Fallon.
She's actually tied
with me for, um,
well, everyone's favorite.
Hmm. I'm not my sister's keeper.
What's this about then?
Some kind of art therapy?
Well, I'm trying to decide
on a logo for my
new company, ACI.
Adam Carrington Industries.
You know, setting
up a new empire is…
Well, it's daunting
and exciting, really.
Yeah, this beauty and anti-aging
company is going to be massive.
Is it?
I just have a feeling that
soon the only logo you'll need
is the one for the county jail.
Clever, but I'm not worried
because my alibi is airtight
and your obsession
with me is a little sad.
That looked like fun.
Yeah, he's a treat. Um,
have you seen Fallon?
I just need an extra set
of eyes to help me
catch a Peeping Tom.
Uh, Fallon left,
but I have two eyes
and nothing to do. (clicks
tongue) Count me in.
Um, are you sure? We just,
we barely know each other.
I'm bored, I don't have a job,
and the idea of hunting
for a Peeping Tom sounds
far more thrilling than
rewatching season 21
of Celebrity Intervention.
Wait, the one with Natasha?
Oh, my God, yes. So good.
It's so good.
I see you brought your
enforcer with you this time.
Hello, Mrs. Carrington.
Apparently, your husband
didn't explain to you
that this is not a negotiation.
No, he did, but we're
not here to negotiate.
We're here to tell you
what's about to happen.
We uncovered some details
of a fraternity party
gone horribly wrong
while you were
a senior at Atlanta A&M.
She may not look tough, but
trust me, she's a savage.
(laughs)
I wasn't even living in
the house at this time,
so even if something did happen,
I wasn't involved. I
think we're done here.
No, I don't think we are.
You see, seems that
one of your bros,
who apparently
has a grudge against you,
is willing to testify that you
were in the house.
You're bluffing.
Are you sure you want
to take that chance?
Could be anyone. Maybe
Cooper, down in Tallahassee?
Right. You remember,
The Grateful Coop?
Or Jefferson, in
Dallas? J-Money.
Did your fraternity have a
rule about horrible nicknames?
(clears throat)
CRISTAL: And those
are just the ones in the photo.
There were a lot of people
in that house. We're
not bluffing, Lippy.
So, in addition to what
we already agreed upon,
we're gonna need, you
know, a little bit more.
Guaranteed government contracts
for Flores Incorporado. I
don't even know what that is.
That's all right,
we'll fill you in.
I'll have to talk
to the governor.
You have 24 hours.
Have a good day.
Mmm. Amazing.
Thank you.
Just the husband I've
been looking for.
Hopefully the only one.
What's with the basket?
I was thinking it would be good
for us to do something
fun together tomorrow.
You know, like we used to before
the drama train rolled in.
Unless, of course,
you're busy or not in
the mood for fun with me.
I'm totally in the mood.
Wait, you thinking
outdoor adventure,
like rock climbing? 'Cause
I'm so down for that.
No, I told you we're
never doing that again,
but…
If you're down for an
adventure, I've got it covered.
KIRBY: Nice moon.
No drone. I'm bored. Well…
Security says it usually
flies by at 7:00, so…
I'll watch the east, you
watch the west? Gotcha.
Other west.
Gotcha.
What if it doesn't show up?
It will.
Security says the perv
shows up rain or shine.
(sighs) We could
be here all night.
What are you doing?
You crazy? That's
never gonna work.
If you want to
catch a Peeping Tom,
you have to give them
something to peep at.
(drone whirring)
Drone!
(whirring continues)
Okay, so it's landed on the…
Ninth floor balcony. Perfect.
I'm gonna go over there.
Hey, um, thanks for helping.
This was fun, but maybe
get some mace before you
go see the creepy guy.
Yeah.
What is happening?
You are knocking
way too loud, unless
the building is on fire.
That's the least of your
problems, you sicko.
(chuckles) I'm
sorry, do I know you?
No, but only because
I haven't undressed
in the building
across the street.
So, you're talking about
undressing, and I'm the sicko?
I think you should probably
leave, since I have no idea
what you're talking
about. (Chuckles) No.
I am talking about your
drone, you pervert.
I caught it in the act.
You have been spying
on women for the last two
weeks with that thing.
I'm sorry to disappoint
you, but that wasn't me.
Oh, really?
Well, can you tell me why
I saw the drone come back
and land on your balcony?
Sadly, I can.
Oh, you can? I think I know
who the pervert is,
as you so charmingly
put it.
My nephew Timmy has
been staying with me
for a few weeks,
and I had no idea
what the kid was doing
out there. He's ten,
or 14. I don't ask
a lot of questions.
Well, I'm sure the police
will have some questions
for your so-called "nephew."
No, no, no, please do
not call the police.
My sister already thinks
I'm the worst uncle.
Look, I promise I will
make him stop and delete
all of the video. No! Um, no.
One of his videos…
It could be the only thing that
exonerates my mother of murder.
Wow, a murder? Really?
Look, it's a long shot,
but I'm-I'm praying
that he was flying his drone
the night of the crime.
Well, only one way to find out.
Hey, Timmy!
Get your ten-to-14-year-old
butt out here.
What am I watching?
Your demise?
Is that…
Where did you get this?
Unfortunately,
the drone only got
those few moments
before it flew off.
What's this supposed to prove?
There isn't even any sound.
It proves that you were there,
not Alexis, so when
the district attorney
sees it, our mother will
look way less guilty,
and you will look,
well, completely guilty.
Okay. The truth is, um…
Bobby's death
was, uh, it was an accident.
He-he charged me,
and-and when I moved
out of the way,
he slipped, and he just…
(blows air, pops lips)
Which you would've seen if
the drone hadn't have left.
Well, I'm sure the police
will take your word for
it, with your history
of honesty and good deeds.
Listen, Hagatha Christie,
that's why I didn't
tell them. (stammers)
I never actually thought
they would convict Alexis
on circumstantial evidence.
Oh, right, yeah, I'm sure.
Children, please don't fight
in front of your mother
while she is in lockup.
Adam, I have a plan. Amanda,
would you give us
a moment, please?
I know you don't
agree with this,
but it's what is
right for everyone.
What-What's this? A
contract. It's simple.
You sign over the rights
to your anti-aging drug to me,
or I show the video to the D.A.
That-that makes no sense.
What-what good will a patent be
if you're stuck in
jail? Like you said,
they won't convict me on
circumstantial evidence.
So, now the question is whether
you'll be taking my spot here.
Mother, I really need
this patent for ACI.
Adam Carrington
Industries. Don't worry.
You'll retain a
small percentage.
I am not Dr. Larson-level
greedy. Plus,
I don't want you to
push me over a balcony.
I told you it was
an accident. Bu…
There…
There has to be some
other way. I've…
I've worked way
too hard for this.
Well, if you think of one while
you're lying on your metal bed
in your cell, let me know.
Though, the phone does
get quite crowded,
so get there early.
Cristal.
Beto? What are you doing here?
You're not supposed
to be in Atlanta.
And yet, here I am.
Why? You'll find
out soon enough.
I don't have time for
you and your drama.
I'm hosting a big
gala at the ma…
LIAM: Fallon is honoring
her medical leave,
but it is within her legal right
to appoint me as her proxy.
So, let's get down to business.
I am ready, willing and able.
Will you give us a moment
to discuss this, Liam?Sure,
but keep it to a moment.
Have I mentioned I think this
is a monumentally bad idea
and not remotely what I
pictured for our adventure?
Yes, yes, I know,
but I need you to stop them
from making a huge mistake.
So, just say what I say.
Come on, it'll be fun for us.
We never do stuff
like this anymore.
Liam, we'll allow
your proxy vote.
Great. Well, the first order
of business today is the
new FSN talent deals.
FALLON: Fabulous.
Fabulous.
Tell them that the proposed
performance clauses in
the new talent deals
may seem fine on paper,
but they will
backfire spectacularly
when they cause our
top designers to walk.
You know what's not fabulous?
The proposed performance
clauses in the talent deals,
which will backfire
spectacularly
when they cause our
top designers to walk.
Good. I mean, you know,
you left the part out
about the paper, but
you're improv-ing,
which is fun. See?
We're good at this.
ELLEN: No, but won't
performance clauses
incentivize our top designers?
Great question, Ellen.
One that will take a
minute or two to answer.
They're artists first, and
we can't afford to risk that
perceived
organizational distrust
will cause them to sacrifice
creativity over quality.
They're artists first.
And we can't afford for
our organization not to trust them
or their creativity.
Okay, I said
improv, not rewrite.
Hmm. You make a good point.
Thank you, Ellen.
(faint squeaking)
(rat chittering)
There's a rat.
There's a rat. There's a rat.
And furthermore, there's
a rat.
ELLEN: In…In the company?
Like the Mafia?
No. No, no, no, no, no, no.
There's-there's, like,
a real rat in the vent.
(gasps, whimpers)
No.
I mean there's a rat
in all of us
just…
Scurrying to get to the
organizational cheese.
Seriously? (Gasps)
(others exclaiming)
(Fallon groans)
Oh, my…
Fallon?
(Fallon grunts)
LIAM: Are you okay?
I'm fine. Good news.
I was able
to locate the source
of the rodent problem,
and you guys are all good.
So carry on, and
I'll be on my way.
You have left me no choice.
I will now personally
submit a motion to the board
to permanently
remove you as CEO.
FALLON: Yeah.
I figured.
But Liam can still vote for
me at that meeting, right?
(screams)
Sorry, I thought it was the rat.
(Cristal grunting softly)
What the hell is going on here,Beto?
Where are we?
Untie me right now.
¿Estás loco?
Okay, cálmate, hermana.
I mean, you can scream all you
want. No one's gonna hear you
where we are.
(grunting)
Is this about money?
Untie me, and I'll
write you a check.
I'll untie you when you behave.
I don't want a check.
I want our family company,
which you stole from me.
Haven't we been over this?
It's not gonna happen.
But I'm expected at the
gala, and the second
Blake knows I'm missing, he'll
look for me. Don't worry.
You are already at the gala.
(indistinct chatter)
(Blake laughs)
Excuse me. Great news.
The governor signed off
on our deal. We got
everything we wanted. He had
no idea we were bluffing.
How did you know?
Well, I'm pretty good
at reading people.
As a physical therapist. Mm.
I've never been more thrilled to
have you as my wife and partner.
Wait a minute.
Where's your wedding ring?
Oh. I must have left it
at the salon when
I got my manicure.
I'll call them and
have them hold it
for me until the morning. Okay.
These things happen.
Now let's go
show everyone who means
anything in Atlanta
how stunning you are.
Wow.
You definitely
stuck this landing
a whole lot better than the
one at the board meeting.
I may still have a piece of
plaster lodged in my ear,
but thank you. So, you're
not mad? (Chuckles)
No. No, I feel bad
about how it turned out.
I got to admit, that was
kind of wild, though.
It's given me a couple ideas
of other things that
we can do together.
Oh, such as?
Oh, I don't know.
Have you ever had sex
in a closet at a gala?
Ooh, it's like a
pornographic game of Clue.
But sadly,
as much as I've missed
tearing your clothes off
and you tearing mine,
I have to keep them
on a little longer
because I invited Ellen
and the board, and
they're here somewhere.
That's surprisingly mature
of you. That's what I want
them to think. I need them here
when the 200 shareholders
waiting outside storm in
to vote them out,
which, before you ask,
is perfectly legal.
Legal? Sure.
Ethical? Eh. Maybe.
I just have to find
Jeff to tell him that my speech
praising his charitable work
now includes a hostile takeover
of my own company.
I'll give Betty
the signal. She'll
bring in the horde.
Everything will
be back to normal.
Got it. Hostile takeover first.
Clothes ripping second.
Perfect.
ADAM: Do you think
people actually just want
the mint jelly? This is
completely unprofessional.
Go get some lamb.
Hello, darling.
Mother, what are
you doing here? Did…
Did you escape?
Wait,you-you know that this is
probably the second place
the police are
gonna look for you,
right? Why are you
being so paranoid?
You're acting like my cellmate.
I didn't escape
anything. I was released
when I showed the entire video
to the D.A. Wait, entire video?
Excuse me. I have
been doing hard time,
and now I need hard liquor. Uh,
no, no, no, no, no. No, no, no.
You are not going anywhere
until you give me some answers.
You can be quite
exhausting, you know that?
(clears throat)
You might want to
grab some popcorn.
See? It was an accident.
(breathes deeply)
You had that the whole
time. And you tricked me
into signing over the
rights to my patent to you.
Yes. It's almost as bad
as letting me rot in jail
for a crime I didn't commit.
Apples and oranges, really.
Anyway, the D.A.
ruled it an accident,
and after a not
insignificant donation
to the Policeman's Fund,
no charges will be
brought against you
for lying to the police.
All's well that ends well, then.
We should celebrate, right?
I will.
And I expect to see you bright
and early at the penthouse
to get started on
our company. Oh,
and I've thought about
it. The name ACI?
It's out.What?
But I have logos.
We'll make new ones.
The company is now called.
ALEXAM.
Hate it.
Mother?
What are you doing here?
Did you escape? Did you get your
hair done after you broke out?
I'm free. And I am so happy
to see you up, healthy
and looking gorgeous.
I'm so sorry
I didn't visit you
at the hospital,
but I was, you know,
in the slammer.
And I'm sorry I didn't
visit you in prison,
but I was, you know, in a coma.
Should you be running around?
How are you feeling? Oh,
I feel fine. I would love
to talk, and we will later,
but I have a work crisis
that needs my focus.
Mm.
It's like I never left.
Oh, champagne boy. Yes.
KIRBY: I can't believe he found
a flaw with Gigi,
Rachel wasn't his type,
and he just wasn't
feeling Molly.
At least this Nina woman
seems like a contender.
I love her. She stayed
at the hotel a few times.
Gorgeous, successful.
My legit top candidate.
Was there a movie
you fell in love with
as a kid that planted the
seeds of your career path?
That's a very
insightful question.
I thought so. Well, you
may think it's weird,
but probably Silence
of the Lambs.
The first time I
finished watching it,
I knew I either wanted
to be an FBI agent
or a film director.
Silence of the Lambs?
(chuckles) No, no, no, no, no.
Scary movies, not my thing.
What if I promise
to hold your hand?
Well, that might get me
to reconsider.
(chuckles softly)
Mm. Are you okay?
Yeah, yeah. No, I'm good.
Okay, could you
not lick your fingers, please?
It's unsanitary. For who?
My fingers, my mouth, right?
(chuckles) Yeah,
you're not helping.
And you're acting like a child.
I'm not the one
licking my fingers.
Wow. Thank you
for making this so easy.
I think we're done here.
You dropped your napkin.
Oh, that's right.
You don't use those. (Gasps)
What the hell just happened?
Nothing happened.
You want to help me?
Stay out of my love life.
(scoffs)
This makes no sense.
I mean, I don't even date women,
and I'd consider
sleeping with Nina.
I have dated women,
and she's an absolute babe.
AMANDA: Well, it's
nice to see you
near a bar instead
of behind them.
Thanks to you. You did one
of the most wonderful things
anyone has ever done for me.
You saved me.
Oh. Mother, I wanted to introduce
you to Dex Dexter. This is the man
who truly saved you.
Alexis is your mother?
Farnsworth Dexter.
(Dex chuckles)
Wow. I haven't been called
Farnsworth since college.
Sorry, what's happening here?
Farnsworth… Dex…
Is the son of Sam Dexter,
who sat on the board at C.A.
Our families have been
friends for years.
I haven't seen you in years.
I-I haven't forgotten you.
I think you and I should
have a cocktail and catch up
so I can properly thank you
for being my hero.
(chuckles)
So do tell me what
you've been up to.
ADAM: Hey.
Oh, geez! I lost
control of my company
because of you. So I'm(Clears throat)
not gonna forget that.
Well, because of me, you're
not in prison, and neither
is our mother, so maybe
you don't forget that.
Yeah, I wouldn't
hold your breath
waiting for my
gratitude for that.
Okay. And once I get control
of ACI again, I'll
deal with you.
There's only room
for one troublemaker
in this family.
That position's filled.
DOMINIQUE: If you're looking
for Jeff, he's not here.
He won't be attending.
What? Why not? Is he
okay? Physically, yes.
But emotionally, he's a wreck
because every business
opportunity has vanished.
No one wants to work
with him anymore.
That can't be true.
He can't even get a
meeting, and unfortunately,
his identity is completely
wrapped up in his career.
He doesn't realize
there's more to life
than being in the game.
Not that you're like that.
You have a…
Rich life outside of work.
I need some champagne.
Stat.
ELLEN: The board and
I are leaving now. Oh.
We only came for the optics.
We're meeting in the
morning. I have the votes
to remove you as CEO. I'm sorry.
Uh, Ellen, wait.
The board does not have
to meet tomorrow because
I am withdrawing my appeal,
and stepping down
as CEO, temporarily.
This company matters
more than any of us.
Well, I think that's
a wonderful idea.
We'll still meet in the morning
to formally accept
your resignation
and choose a new CEO. Will
I have any say in that?
Not after you've stepped down.
Oh, well, I'm still
CEO tonight, right?
So excuse me. Dominique,
call Jeff and tell
him I'll meet him
at the Elevation
Lounge in 20 minutes.
It's important.
And, Liam… On it.
You and I are having sex in an
hour, so you have 55 minutes
to get upstairs,
do some push-ups,
and take your clothes
off. Way on it.
Look, I'm sorry I snapped
at you. You're forgiven.
But there's one more
woman you have to meet who
we know will be a game changer.And
I won't take
no for an answer.
Mama, what are you…
You dragged her out
of the house for this?
LUELLA: They didn't
drag me anywhere.
They called and told me you
were ready to settle down,
and I couldn't get
here fast enough.
Well, that's the plan.
I just gotta find the
right person first.
That's all well and good,
but I also hear that
you've been rejecting
women right and left.
Who do you think you
are, Billy Dee Williams?
Yes, he does. But pre-Lando.
Shut it.
I just want what
you and Dad had.
Is that too much to ask?
No. But you should know that
my marriage to your father
was far from perfect.
He did some things
that drove me crazy.
And I suppose I did some
things that drove him crazy.
Though his were
crazier. (Both laugh)
I love her. Yeah.
But the point is, if I'd had
a list of requirements,
I never would have
married your father.
Which turned out to be the
best decision I ever made.
You get what I'm saying, son?
I get you.
And I love you. Good.
I love you, too.
Now, how about buying your mama
a fancy drink, and
maybe a Porterhouse?
She does make a lot of sense.
Yeah, she does.
And, if you're still
willing to help,
I promise to be less picky.
Great. So I'll call Nina.
Mm-mm-mm.
Literally, anyone but Nina.
What's the problem with Nina?
You know what my favorite
part of the gala is?
When it's over,
and you and I can
go upstairs to celebrate.
Unless you want to slip
back into the study.
Blake Carrington, you're the
most charming man on the planet.
And I'd go anywhere with you.
But I'm not feeling so great.
So I'm gonna make
myself a cup of tea.
But can I get a rain check
on that anywhere celebration?
Yeah, of course you can.
It's been a long day.
Wake me up when
you crawl into bed.
So what's the big emergency?
I was in my pajamas.
I'm stepping down as CEO
as of tomorrow because
I have some personal things
that I need to figure out.
And also, they banned
me from the building.
Uh, wow. Didn't
expect to hear that.
Well, it's temporary, but,
I heard some of the stuff
going on in your life,
and I can relate to wanting
to get back in the game.
Okay, now, hold up.
Uh, I see where this is headed,
and I'm not interested,
okay?I said I didn't want
to be on your board,
and I certainly don't want to
be your charity hire. Oh, no.
This is not that. My biological
corporate clock is ticking.
I have 24 hours
to pick a new CEO,
or they're gonna
pick one for me.
Listen, I'm really not in
a good place right now,
and I have my own
soul searching to do.
Well, you can soul
search while you work.
I need somebody who I can trust
to protect my baby.
Somebody smart, somebody bold.
Somebody who's as crazy as I am.
Somebody who's family.
And I'm really hoping
that person is you.
This is the most insane
thing I've ever heard.
You think Blake won't notice
the difference between us?
He'll immediately
know it's not me.
Honey, I'm home.
Oh, my God.
Oh, my God.
Told you.
How'd it go?
Better than I expected.
Apparently your Flores
company is even more valuable
because Blake and I made
a deal with the governor.
Blake and I made a
deal, you psycho.
RITA: Can't stay long.
Blake is eagerly
waiting for me to return
so we can celebrate.
That should be fun.
I don't know who you are,
but I am begging you,
woman to woman,
let me go home, please.
I hope your rings fit.
I think my hands are just
a little more feminine.
Now, if you'll
excuse me, (grunts)
I have a date in your bedroom.
So Jeff accepted my offer,
and Ellen accepted my
assurance that Jeff was
the ideal candidate
to replace me.
Jeff will be approved as
CEO until I am fully ready
and cleared to return.
Wow. That's a big deal.
Well, yeah. I mean, I
almost died, Liam. Twice.
I know. That's a bigger deal.
And I'm glad you're
realizing that.
Which is why I have decided
to take some time away
to figure out who I am
away from Fallon Unlimited.
And reconnect with
you on every level.
I mean, I know that the
board meeting was a bit
of a fiasco, but it kind of
felt like us again, right?
This is gonna sound ridiculous,
but seeing you drop
out of the ceiling
to escape a rodent
made me realize how much I've
missed having fun with you.
I like this version of Fallon,
and I can't wait to see much
more of her, starting now.
Mm. I like it when you talk
about me in the third person.
Maybe you should
undress Fallon now.
Ooh, this is fun.
It's kind of like we're
having a threesome.
(laughs)
(door opens) BLAKE:
I am not happy.
Yeah. You can imagine
how Fallon feels.
I had to jump in and
give a last-minute speech
at the gala when
you disappeared.
Those usually take
days to prepare. Blake.
Oh.
Apparently the awkwardness
between the two of you is gone.
You're welcome.
Yeah, you really saved the day.
LIAM: You told your father
it was awkward between us?
I mean, not as
awkward as it is now.
Please get out.
Happily.
But if you need any
more… BOTH: Get out!