Partner Track (2022–…): Season 1, Episode 7 - Episode #1.7 - full transcript
- [Ingrid chuckles]
- [Nick kisses]
- [Ingrid] Come on. I need to get dressed.
- [Nick] No.
[Ingrid chuckles]
[Ingrid inhales]
[Nick sighs]
I wish my mom were alive.
She would've loved you.
Has this ring really been
in your family for over 100 years?
Mm-hmm.
What's up, Sugarplum?
[inhales] Nothing.
- [Ingrid clears throat]
- Mmm.
Tell me.
[sighs] It's just
Rachel, Tyler, and I always said...
[inhales] ...if one of us got engaged,
we'd drink champagne
on a carriage ride in Central Park,
and now they're not really speaking to me.
Well, Rachel might see it at the office.
She'll definitely ask you about it.
I can't wear it to the office.
Ellen Sanderson was on track
to make partner sixth year,
but she showed up with a ring...
- And now she's...
- Of counsel.
- What is wrong with that?
- It's not partner.
This sounds apocryphal. Or coincidental.
- Call me superstitious.
- [mobile chimes]
Salt mines?
No. Actually, it's my apartment.
The repairs are done. I can go home.
You know, this could be your home.
We're already engaged.
[mobile chimes]
Oh shoot.
I have to change. I'm gonna be late.
[grunts]
Oh, make sure
to grab my dress for the gala?
You know, my favorite, the pink one.
Didn't you wear this to the Philharmonic?
You're a Laren now.
You gotta keep 'em guessing.
I rotate through all my dresses.
I'm gonna have to pull a repeat.
Okay. Well, you know, my mother's earrings
would go great with that dress.
Smart man.
That's so weird.
I could've sworn they were in here.
Oh don't worry. I'll ask Isabel.
Maybe in the future,
you could put 'em in the safe
when you're not wearing them.
- It has to be in here somewhere.
- You'll shine either way, Sugarplum.
Thank you.
Speaking of, should we take the ring
to the gala tonight?
Show it to your parents
and tell them the good news?
Yeah. Sounds good.
- Is it weird that I'm nervous?
- No. It's sweet.
But don't be, you're every parent's dream.
Right. I'll see you later.
[gasps] Don't forget the dress.
["All Up to You" by Shay Lia playing]
♪ I know sometimes it's a lot to handle ♪
♪ Lonely, but don't know why ♪
♪ It's a sacrifice ♪
♪ It's not a race against time ♪
♪ You're exactly where
You're supposed to be ♪
Which one says playwright?
Don't you have perfect vision?
I have a follow-up interview
for the Emerging Writers Fellowship
and I want to look the part.
And you want my fashion advice?
I mean... [chuckles]
Well, obviously, Tyler is my first choice,
but he's kind of going through
a lot right now, and Ingrid is...
[inhales] ...Ingrid.
So... [exhales]
- ...come on, my knight in shining Patagonia.
- Mmm.
[Justin] All right. Let's take a look.
- Hey, think about the planet.
- It's recycled bamboo.
Yeah, but you're not supposed
to throw one away every day.
This is New York City.
Sink real estate is holy.
Now, which ones?
Hmm.
I like them both,
but I think the thin, wired ones.
- Really?
- Yeah.
But these ones are giving,
like, a total dark-and-tortured vibe.
Oh, are you dark and tortured?
Masochism and I are friends.
With benefits.
Eh.
What?
You don't have to wear glasses
to be a writer. You're a writer.
I'm not.
Not on paper, anyway. I mean... [scoffs]
Look, what if they look at me
and all they think is,
"She's a brilliant lawyer with an...
an impeccable sense of style"?
Well, I think you should just go
in there and be yourself.
Oh. All right. You... [chuckles]
- No. I'm... I'm gonna walk away. You know?
- All right.
- You know the drill. Wait ten minutes.
- Why do I always have to be the late one?
Because Ingrid already thinks
you're a fuck up. Just... ride the wave.
[mobile chimes]
[mobile chimes]
Anything?
She took a granola bar. Peanut butter.
Anything else?
She said Gavin Dunmore,
that sorry excuse for a lawyer,
moved into Tyler's office this morning.
[sighs]
Rachel is your nearest and dearest.
Can't you just break the ice?
They're both just so mad at me.
Now my trusty council isn't around
while my life is going off a cliff.
In a Rolls-Royce, but still.
And partner announcements
are around the corner.
All right. Lay it on me.
Nick and I are telling my parents
about the engagement tonight.
And he also wants me to move in.
Permanently.
Makes sense. Are... are you excited?
I don't know. It's all just feeling fast.
When you know, you know.
- But I don't know.
- But you said yes.
I was in the moment, and,
I mean, how could I not? Nick is amazing.
But you also have the hots
for London pants.
I... I've seen the wistful stares
across the Jury Box.
[mobile chimes]
Meeting just got added to your schedule.
Litigation got staffed
on the St. Clair case
and needs to be briefed
before the client arrives.
Which litigator?
Are you gonna visit your family
for Thanksgiving?
I just saw them for my birthday.
Look, Rachel. I'm really...
So what's the problem here?
We offered Victoria's husband
the mid-price hotel chain
for the divorce settlement,
but he refused.
You offered him a shitty deal.
Sounds familiar.
A deal that was
in the best interest of my client.
It's always
in the best interest of someone, isn't it?
Rachel, just say what you wanna say.
You sold your soul, Ingrid.
My boss ordered me to do something.
What was I supposed to do?
Say no.
Don't you come up
with brilliant solves for your clients?
And suddenly,
you're out of ideas for your best friend?
I didn't have a choice.
You have no idea how hard it is
to be a person of color at this firm.
- I think Tyler knows exactly how you feel.
- I feel fucking awful.
I miss you guys.
I miss you and Tyler so much.
I have so many things I wanna tell you...
Stop. That's it right there.
That's the problem.
Girl, we all have things
to tell each other,
but these days,
all you seem to care about is yourself.
If you cared about me,
then maybe you would've noticed
I've been fucking Justin.
You could do worse.
Victoria St. Clair, Rachel Friedman.
Rachel, Victoria St. Clair.
I'll leave you to it.
You're in great hands. [Clears throat]
Hi.
My man's gonna be interviewed
by The New Yorker today.
- Look alive, baby.
- Trying.
Okay. What else
would make you feel your best?
Not gonna lie.
Not really feeling at my best.
You have nothing to worry about.
We know all the questions. No surprises.
[phone alarm chimes]
[Tyler exhales]
Ooh la la.
You're glowing.
Here are the talking points
we printed last week.
You can reference them.
Remember, it's a classy think piece
on microaggressions
in the modern workplace.
You're iconic now. You got this.
- Do you really think this is gonna help?
- 100%.
This will get you back on track.
Am I off track?
There's a lot of followers
that are really supportive of my post.
True. But Instagram followers
aren't offering you jobs.
Be part of the conversation,
and the job offers will come.
I promise.
[Tyler sighs]
He won't take the Wellspier chain.
He sent over a counter
and added a personal note.
Would you like me to relay it to you?
I personally find it unnecessary.
Heaven forbid Alistair miss a chance
for theatrics.
Come on, then. Let's hear it.
[Rachel sighs]
[Rachel clears throat]
"Victoria, let's remember
when I was your other half."
"Your vessel and my staff."
"Two stars, we shined
in the same constellation."
"Now, I'm insulted
and left with cold consolation."
Oh, didn't I tell you?
I'm divorcing Lord Byron himself.
[Rachel chuckles]
He wants the St. Clair Plaza.
How charmingly predictable.
I've never met a man
who could handle a woman's success.
You know why I'm so good at my job?
I don't work the law, I work the man.
So why don't you tell me about him?
It's a tale as old as time.
We were young, in love, ambitious.
- I thought there was no need for a prenup.
- Oh, girl.
Anyway. Alistair had all the potential
in the world to start his own empire,
but he used his brilliant mind
to look for the quick quid.
Hence, the gambling.
- Gambling?
- Oh don't get me started.
Even when he gambles,
he's always after the shortcut.
Card counting, counterfeit chips...
I can work with that.
Great.
I like a woman who knows
how to exploit a man's weakness.
Be careful with this one, young man.
She knows exactly what she's doing.
Yes, she does.
- Get outta here.
- Yes, ma'am.
[Rachel chuckles]
[chuckling]
[somber music playing]
You actually read that M&A newsletter?
Waste of time, if you ask me.
Guess what, Dan? No one fucking asked you.
Oh, Yun. Breaking my heart.
Why are you so hostile?
You know why.
Some people can't hack it.
Look. I know shit went a little far,
but it's not my fault
Robinson took it so personally.
It is your fault, actually.
What you say and do has consequences, Dan.
Stop being a child and own it.
Why is everyone so sensitive?
[ambient music playing]
[Roberta] Ingrid.
Murphy!
Got a whale coming in, guys.
Need my Bonnie and Clyde.
- Can I be Bonnie this time?
- You think you've been Clyde?
Cleo Bajaj,
heiress to a real-estate empire in India.
She runs
Intersection Principal Investment,
a big private-equity fund.
I get the sense they are sitting
on a big pile of cash
and they are on the hunt.
We run the best M&A shop in town,
and I'd like to make sure she knows that.
Roberta emailed you the file.
She'll be here in an hour.
- We're on top of it.
- Go get her.
Ingrid. [Clears throat]
Jeff.
- "Jeff"?
- [elevator chimes]
I think we should maybe perhaps talk?
[scoffs] "Talk"?
How do you expect to plan a pitch
in an hour if we "perhaps talk"?
Relax, Ingrid, it's just a meet and greet.
We can perhaps talk later.
Pardon me for wanting to know
who I'm getting into bed with.
[Murphy] What I'm getting here
is vague at best.
And now I keep getting redirected
back to the same home page.
They're here.
Ladies, welcome
to Parsons Valentine & Hunt.
- I do hope you've made yourselves at home.
- I'm Ingrid Yun. This is Jeff Murphy.
We're senior associates
in Parsons' robust M&A department.
- Cleo Bajaj. Nice to meet you.
- Pleasure.
These are my partners, Lacey Costa.
- [Lacey] Hi.
- Hi.
And Nella Scott.
Nella. That's a beautiful name.
Is it short for something?
That's my favorite part
of these meet-and-greets,
being flirted with by cute boys in ties.
- [Ingrid chuckles]
- It's short for Antonella.
Shall we?
So, here at Parsons Valentine,
we strive to provide bespoke,
full-service representation,
to all our clients.
Whether you're looking
to execute a massive multinational deal
or a more tailored acquisition,
we have the expertise and the experience
to make sure everything goes smoothly.
Globally, 70 to 90%
of M&A deals don't go through.
Our New York office alone
has successfully completed
over 300 deals in two years.
Three hundred out of how many?
Three... three hundred and forty-two.
You've closed 87% of your deals?
The highest push-through rate
in the country.
I read somewhere, I think in the Journal,
that Sun Corp
and Min Enterprises are still in process.
Yes. It's typical for some
of these large deals to take some time.
[Cleo] I'm just surprised
by the whole transaction.
Min has some cutting-edge developments.
Lassiter has always seemed so old-school.
- Don't let the cowboy boots fool you.
- He's quite a character, right?
Cowboy Santa.
That's what we call him here.
- [Nella chuckles]
- What's he really like?
Gentlemen, Rachel Friedman.
Elliot Croft.
Alistair St. Clair.
Pleasure.
[Rachel clears throat]
Is Victoria coming?
I'm sorry. She's unavailable.
Ain't that the truth?
Did she get my poem?
She did.
How was your flight?
Oh I haven't flown commercial
in decades. It was tragic.
I'm so sorry.
- Shall we get started?
- They've been together for 25 years.
Insult us again, we'll drag this out
and bleed her for fees.
You and I will profit, but they'll both
be left with a whole lot less.
Just to be clear, this is not what I want.
I won't insult you,
but what makes your client feel entitled
to the St. Clair Plaza?
New York was my idea, not hers.
You're supposed to let him do his job.
I like to speak for myself.
As I'm sure Victoria told you,
I have a way with words.
The terms of your counteroffer
were a non-starter,
but in the interest
of resolving this matter amicably,
we are willing to continue the discussion.
So sorry to interrupt.
I have Judge Carson's clerk
with a pressing concern
on the Nicholas case.
Hold that thought. [Clears throat]
Nice job on the entrance.
You really sold it.
- I've learned from the best.
- Damn right. Think they took the bait?
[inhales]
Alistair's rifling
through your papers as we speak.
Oh I'm so good at my job,
I don't even need to be in the room
to be good at my job. [Chuckles]
How'd the report look?
Nobody would want the St. Clair Plaza
after reading that.
- Think he'll fall for it?
- He's an expert on fake poker chips,
not fake bedbug reports.
- #noharrassment, I love you.
- [chuckles]
[Murphy] Say whatever
about Dyson hoarding wealth.
That vacuum cleaner saved my life.
[all chuckle]
And the billable hours
weren't too bad either.
- Uh, one more little question for you.
- By all means.
As a company and as people,
we put intersectionality front and center.
It's a priority that we acquire and invest
in companies that are socially conscious.
Well, that's very noble.
[Lacey] Our next step
is to get into green technology.
Lacey holds us accountable.
She's an environmental activist.
An ounce of prevention
is worth a pound of cure.
[Nella] But we want to make sure
that you don't
have any conflicts of interest
with any other clients in the firm.
In as far as conflicts of interest,
I don't think we...
We do work with clients
in the green-tech sector.
If that's an area
you're looking for representation,
we'd be happy to collect more information
and run a conflict check on our end.
Well, thank you very much for your time.
Once you send us that list,
we can get back to you in a day or two.
We'll be in touch, handsome.
Don't you worry. [Chuckles]
- Thank you.
- Thank you.
Pleasure.
The hell was that?
We had them on the hook.
You know Lassiter's shelving green tech.
We don't have any other conflicts.
Okay, remember the company that's trying
to create a voting block in Sun Corp
by buying shares anonymously
and getting proxy votes?
NewLeaf?
Yes. NewLeaf.
I kept wondering how they were getting
in touch with so many shareholders.
I would imagine lots of research
and a little stalking.
Or...
That's Nella.
- [sighs] How did you...
- She was taking notes in shorthand.
And this is the only other time
I've encountered that name.
- So, Antonella used to work for Ted.
- I'm not done.
If you were NewLeaf, how would you get
the money to buy all the voting shares?
I'd find someone with lots of cash
who, uh, cared about the Earth.
Right.
- Check.
- And the final piece.
"An ounce of prevention
is worth a pound of cure."
Where have we heard that before?
Well, Lacey Costa and Benjamin Franklin.
And
the NewLeaf mission statement.
"We believe an ounce of prevention
is worth a pound of cure."
- They're NewLeaf.
- They're New Leaf.
We were being played.
Pumped for information.
We didn't give anything away, did we?
No.
No, you interrupted me
before I stuck my foot in it.
We should tell Marty.
So sorry about that, gentlemen.
Thank you for waiting.
[clears throat] Now, where were we?
After further consideration, uh,
my client wants to be spared
the emotional roller coaster of a trial.
If you're still amenable
to the terms you initially proposed,
I think we are prepared
to move forward on that offer.
Wow. Okay.
Well, mid-price hotel chain it is.
I will run it by my client by end of day
and have a new copy for you by tomorrow.
[Marty] Those snakes!
Right? But we beat them at their own game.
And Ted was keen to find out
who NewLeaf is. Now we know.
I'll tell Ted. Good work.
I have a Diversity Gala to get to.
I'll see you there, Ingrid.
See you there.
Oh.
We've invited the Mins to come tonight.
Let's make sure they feel welcome.
Of course.
[elevator chimes]
Should we maybe perhaps talk now?
Because you're right.
About what?
I'm too casual.
I would have flirted my way
right into their trap.
[clears throat]
Flirting can have consequences.
I need to be more cautious.
Loose lips sink ships.
[elevator chimes]
About that...
I'm sorry.
My lips were there.
Quite happy to be there, in fact.
You make me a better lawyer, Ingrid.
Better man might be a bit of a stretch,
but I'm working on it.
[elevator chimes]
[gasps] Thank goodness.
I was looking for you.
Come on. You're gonna be late.
I'll take the next one.
Happy Thanksgiving, Murphy.
Or should I say have a nice day off?
If you need me, I'll be in the pub.
Something came for you.
A special delivery from Nick.
[gentle music plays]
Wow. Uh...
I don't really wear yellow.
Seriously?
The man sent you a gorgeous dress
and you don't want it?
No. It's... it's beautiful.
It's just not totally me.
And my mom
says yellow doesn't look good on Asians.
That dress costs more than my first car.
You should wear it.
"To my gem who should have
as many gowns as she has galas."
"And who shouldn't be afraid
to celebrate herself."
[gentle music continue]
[woman] So, you quit.
You clear out your office,
you pass that statue
of Lady Justice and you just...
I just had enough. [Exhales]
Enough what?
Enough quiet tension.
It built and built
until it just spilled out. [Chuckles]
You take that rage
and you go live on Instagram.
Tell me about that.
As you know, in our house, we love Insta.
It's a way to show beauty,
to spread the word to rally,
to find community.
And I was just so upset,
I wanted to shout it from the mountain.
And now?
I realize I should have taken more time
to reflect on my feelings.
My words were of the moment
and probably not ready
for public consumption. [Chuckles]
So, do you think
Parsons Valentine is racist?
My colleague has problematic tendencies.
They were investigated,
and the results were not what I had hoped.
Hence, my resignation.
If an organization continues
to employ harmful employees,
doesn't that make the place itself racist?
You're right, my love.
Parsons Valentine is racist
and they tried to pay me $500,000
to act like they aren't.
People wanna pretend
that the system isn't the problem,
but it is
and I am done pretending otherwise.
Excuse me.
All of that, off the record.
Tyler!
[piano music playing]
[indistinct chatter]
- [Nick] How was the limousine? All right?
- Thank you.
So fancy, huh? Princess of the gala?
- Thanks, Dad. Hi, Mom.
- [Nick chuckles]
Beautiful dress. Unusual color.
- Nick picked it out.
- Yeah. Isn't she stunning?
- You look incredible.
- [Ingrid] Thank you.
Shall we go inside?
- How was your day?
- [Nick] It was good. Thanks.
See my text
about the wedding announcement?
[Ingrid] Yeah. Sorry. I was so busy today.
[Nick] No worries.
When should we tell
your parents about the engagement?
- I was thinking...
- [Marty] Ingrid.
Is that your sister?
- [Marty chuckles]
- Mom, Dad, this is Marty Adler...
- Hello.
- ...managing partner at Parsons Valentine.
Yeobo, did you hear that? "Her sister."
[all chuckle]
- It's very nice meeting you, sir.
- [Marty] My pleasure to meet you. Welcome.
- Hello.
- [Marty] It's a pleasure.
Very honored to have you here.
You have raised a wonderful woman
and a wonderful lawyer,
and we're very proud
to have her as the chair tonight.
- Thank you.
- Thank you for having us.
It's my pleasure.
Nick, it's always good to see you.
[Nick] Likewise.
Word on the street is that Laren Capital
is looking for new counsel.
Dad's always had a roving eye.
You tell him that he knows
we're the best in town, all right?
- I'll be sure to remind him.
- Please excuse me. Nice to see you.
Is that the big boss?
- Yeah.
- He has a very strong voice.
You got me the fillet mignon, right?
Yes, Dad.
My American dream. Free fillet mignon.
- [chuckles]
- [speaks Korean]
- [in English] Let's go.
- [Ingrid chuckles]
[Z] Ingrid.
Z. So happy you could join us.
Well, you know me. Love a good cause.
Right. Is your family already here?
Oh they send their regards.
My dad took my mom to see Josh Groban.
- "You Raise Me Up" is a classic.
- [Z chuckles]
It is.
Uh, Carter actually sang that
at my parents' vow renewals.
No. Is there video evidence?
Once we close this deal and it falls
under attorney-client privilege,
I will immediately show you.
I look forward to it.
Where's Carter tonight?
Yeah. I asked him if he was coming
and he just sort of said, "Nah."
[chuckles] Where can I get
some of that energy?
I know. I too aspire to "Nah."
[chuckles]
Hi. Nick Laren.
Hey, Nick, nice to meet you.
I'm Z, I'm one of Ingrid's clients.
Well, soon to be.
Nice to meet you too. [Chuckles]
Z is on the way to saving the planet.
Is that right? Well, on behalf
of our future children, we thank you.
Shall we? Your parents are asking for you.
- [Ingrid] Yes. Enjoy your evening.
- I'll see you two later.
[piano music continues playing]
[announcer] Ladies and gentlemen,
our host for tonight's third annual
Parsons Valentine &
Hunt Diversity Gala, Marty Adler.
Thank you. Thank y very much.
My name is Marty Adler.
I'm one of the managing partners
of Parsons Valentine & Hunt.
I want to thank all of you
who made it out tonight.
We have raised nearly $600,000
for Compute the Youth.
This money will create STEM programs
for underprivileged kids
throughout New York City. Mmm.
Isn't that great?
And now, I'm very proud to present
the Outstanding Achievement Award
for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
This person has shown time and again
their commitment to Parsons Valentine
through their hard work,
and their loyalty, and their dedication.
But it's their fervor for equality
that truly sets them apart.
Please give a warm round of applause
to tonight's recipient, Ingrid Yun.
Surprise. [Chuckles]
I didn't prepare a speech.
That's okay. I know how hard
you've been working for Sun Corp.
I had HR write one up for you.
It's on the teleprompter. Just sell it.
[exhales] Okay.
[clears throat]
Thank you all for coming tonight.
As many of you know,
Parsons was in the news recently
for a workplace kerfuffle.
I can assure you that one bad apple
has not spoiled the whole bunch.
Parsons Valentine is an incredible place
to work as a person of color.
I'm amazed by the strides we're making
from ushering in diverse first-year talent
and donating to causes in need.
Parsons Valentine is leading the charge
on equity, diversity, and inclusion.
I am a proud Asian American female lawyer,
and I am honored to be working
at Parsons Valentine & Hunt.
[all applauding]
[Marty] Thank you, Ingrid.
Congratulations.
Ingrid Yun. Isn't she great?
[man] Congratulations.
[Marty] Up next, we have Theo McDermott,
Director of Compute the Youth.
Theo is going to walk us through
what it takes...
[crowd applauding]
I'm sorry. You walked out
of your New Yorker interview?
My God, who are you? Meghan Markle?
Come on, you know I'm more of a Kate.
Seriously, Tyler, are you okay?
Still figuring that out.
[men laughing obnoxiously]
[sighs] You know,
I could've met you somewhere else.
They can take my salary,
but they cannot take my favorite bar.
Favorite bar or favorite bartender?
[Tyler exhales, chuckles]
He sets a tone.
[Rachel] Mm-hmm.
[Tyler chuckles]
Seriously? Look, I know you're nervous,
but you can't miss the interview, Rach.
We talked about it this morning.
Oh, honey, I've known.
You and him stranded
on a boat for four hours? I know you.
Whatever this interview is,
however, I'm very curious.
But you'll tell me after you kill it.
Bonne chance.
Text me.
We miss you around here.
What's up with you?
[sighs] How long you got?
The night before Thanksgiving?
We're slow, so I'm pretty free, actually.
[both chuckle]
[sniffles]
[door opens]
[Mrs. Yun] Ingrid-ah.
[sniffles, sobs]
[exhales]
[in Korean] Mom...
[inhales]
[in English] I have everything
that I want,
but it's not like
how I thought it would be.
I'm saying words I didn't write
in a dress I didn't pick.
[in Korean] It feels like not me.
[in English] Well,
yellow is not your best color.
[chuckles] Thanks, Mom.
[sniffles, chuckles]
[sniffles]
How's it going with Nick?
[Ingrid] It's fine. He just moves fast.
[in Korean] Too much sensitivity
to others.
[in English] And your sister
has too little.
[in Korean] But you?
[in English] You have too much.
Worrying about others at your expense.
[in Korean] It will hurt you.
[in English] There are sacrifices
that are worth it,
and sacrifices that are not.
Sometimes it's really hard
to know the difference.
Be true to who you are.
You're coming
to Thanksgiving tomorrow, right?
I'm making my sweet and spicy turkey.
- I can't wait.
- [chuckles]
And don't fight
with Lina over the chestnuts.
[in Korean] I can't wait.
[sirens wailing in the distance]
[in English] What is this feeling?
I don't wanna go in, but I do.
It's called nerves.
I don't like 'em.
It's okay that this matters to you,
Rachel. It's a good thing.
Can you just stop being so you right now?
No. I'm sorry.
I can't stop supporting you.
I can handle your success, all right?
I'm not gonna stop believing in you,
even if you don't believe in yourself.
What? Wait. I...
Go in there and just be yourself.
I'll be right here when you're done.
You can leave a toothbrush on my sink.
Score one for planet Earth.
And one for Justin Coleman!
[chuckles]
[Tyler] Ooh, today has been a day.
I'm proud of you for walking out.
Takes balls.
Other than the 4,000 people on Instagram,
I think you're one of the few people
in my life that actually feels that way.
Do you know Bola?
Do I know Bola? Please.
I took Bola to get his first seaweed wrap.
- Doing the Lord's work.
- Right?
He showed me your video.
He was fucking proud.
Really?
Yeah. He was... he was bragging
about how you're his mentor,
and he has really big shoes to fill.
Thanks.
Yeah. Really, thanks. Um...
I needed to hear that.
[scoffs] Sounds like you need
to let off some steam.
[exhales]
Dance party. Pick your track.
Mmm. Actually...
you think Earl would mind?
Probably.
But what he doesn't know
won't hurt him. Go for it.
Let's see.
[inhales]
It's been a little... a little while.
- I feel like you know what you're doing.
- [Tyler chuckles]
[piano playing]
[Tyler vocalizing]
♪ All along it was a fever ♪
♪ A cold sweat, hot-headed believer ♪
♪ I threw my hands in the air
Said, "Show me something" ♪
♪ He said,
"If you dare, come a little closer" ♪
♪ Round and around
And around and around we go ♪
♪ Oh, tell me now, tell me now ♪
♪ Tell me now, tell me now you know ♪
["Waiting for You" by Krissie Karlsson
& Karl Karlsson playing]
♪ It's times now we run together ♪
- ♪ You can read the writing on the wall ♪
- ♪ Wall, wall ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
[exhales]
Thanks for getting my parents the car.
Of course.
Honey, what happened in there?
What's wrong?
[Ingrid sighs]
I knew tonight was gonna be hard,
I just didn't know it was gonna suck.
What? You look great.
Money was raised, people ate steak,
your parents were proud. It was nice.
I thought if I just showed up
and let them show-pony me around
it would all just go away,
but then he made me give
that horrible speech.
It wasn't that bad.
Did you hear the part about Tyler?
Yeah. That... that part wasn't great.
That was awful. I didn't want any of this.
I'm committee chair
of the bullshit parade.
I didn't realize you felt this way.
You could've just said no.
Nick, that's what you don't understand.
No. I couldn't.
[dramatic music playing]
I don't know how to say no.
Come on. Let's just go home.
We can talk about this.
I think I need some time.
What do you mean?
I'm gonna stay at my place tonight.
Are you sure?
Yeah. I'll call you tomorrow.
- Okay. Night.
- Good night.
- [Z] You can take mine if you want.
- [exhales]
No. Uh, that's okay.
[Z] You sure?
It's two minutes away. Black Prius.
You okay?
The speech I made tonight was...
Well, it did seem a little canned.
I mean,
the proud Asian American female lawyer.
Ideally, we just get to say lawyer, right?
Right.
Unfortunately, being just a lawyer
has made me not a great person.
Only a good person feels so bad
about doing not so good things.
So there's still a good person
in there somewhere. Where you headed?
68th and Central Park West.
Okay. Your car is here.
Honestly, please.
I have another one coming. Go ahead.
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
Good night.
Good night.
- [door unlocks]
- [keys jingle]
["Nighttime Hunger" by Overcoats playing]
♪ Nighttime hunger eats at me ♪
♪ Like I'm supposed to be alone ♪
♪ Wish that he could fill me up ♪
♪ So that I could feel whole ♪
♪ Now there's something keepin' me
From fallin' asleep... ♪
[knocks on door]
♪ Then each morning
Pulls me from the deep... ♪
[knocks on door]
Ingrid Yun?
Uh, yes. Can I help you?
You're under arrest.
You have the right to remain silent.
Anything you say can and will be used
against you in a court of law.
♪ When the darkness comes
W-w-w-when the darkness comes ♪
♪ When the darkness comes
W-w-w-when the darkness comes ♪
♪ When the darkness comes
W-w-w-when the darkness comes ♪
♪ Nighttime hunger
And all the fears that it brings ♪
♪ Tend to fade in the light ♪
♪ In daytime I build a new me ♪
♪ But still dread the night ♪
♪ I try to keep movin' ♪
♪ But I can't seem
To chase my monsters away ♪
♪ When the darkness comes ♪
♪ It takes everything from me ♪
["Nighttime Hunger" ends]
- [Nick kisses]
- [Ingrid] Come on. I need to get dressed.
- [Nick] No.
[Ingrid chuckles]
[Ingrid inhales]
[Nick sighs]
I wish my mom were alive.
She would've loved you.
Has this ring really been
in your family for over 100 years?
Mm-hmm.
What's up, Sugarplum?
[inhales] Nothing.
- [Ingrid clears throat]
- Mmm.
Tell me.
[sighs] It's just
Rachel, Tyler, and I always said...
[inhales] ...if one of us got engaged,
we'd drink champagne
on a carriage ride in Central Park,
and now they're not really speaking to me.
Well, Rachel might see it at the office.
She'll definitely ask you about it.
I can't wear it to the office.
Ellen Sanderson was on track
to make partner sixth year,
but she showed up with a ring...
- And now she's...
- Of counsel.
- What is wrong with that?
- It's not partner.
This sounds apocryphal. Or coincidental.
- Call me superstitious.
- [mobile chimes]
Salt mines?
No. Actually, it's my apartment.
The repairs are done. I can go home.
You know, this could be your home.
We're already engaged.
[mobile chimes]
Oh shoot.
I have to change. I'm gonna be late.
[grunts]
Oh, make sure
to grab my dress for the gala?
You know, my favorite, the pink one.
Didn't you wear this to the Philharmonic?
You're a Laren now.
You gotta keep 'em guessing.
I rotate through all my dresses.
I'm gonna have to pull a repeat.
Okay. Well, you know, my mother's earrings
would go great with that dress.
Smart man.
That's so weird.
I could've sworn they were in here.
Oh don't worry. I'll ask Isabel.
Maybe in the future,
you could put 'em in the safe
when you're not wearing them.
- It has to be in here somewhere.
- You'll shine either way, Sugarplum.
Thank you.
Speaking of, should we take the ring
to the gala tonight?
Show it to your parents
and tell them the good news?
Yeah. Sounds good.
- Is it weird that I'm nervous?
- No. It's sweet.
But don't be, you're every parent's dream.
Right. I'll see you later.
[gasps] Don't forget the dress.
["All Up to You" by Shay Lia playing]
♪ I know sometimes it's a lot to handle ♪
♪ Lonely, but don't know why ♪
♪ It's a sacrifice ♪
♪ It's not a race against time ♪
♪ You're exactly where
You're supposed to be ♪
Which one says playwright?
Don't you have perfect vision?
I have a follow-up interview
for the Emerging Writers Fellowship
and I want to look the part.
And you want my fashion advice?
I mean... [chuckles]
Well, obviously, Tyler is my first choice,
but he's kind of going through
a lot right now, and Ingrid is...
[inhales] ...Ingrid.
So... [exhales]
- ...come on, my knight in shining Patagonia.
- Mmm.
[Justin] All right. Let's take a look.
- Hey, think about the planet.
- It's recycled bamboo.
Yeah, but you're not supposed
to throw one away every day.
This is New York City.
Sink real estate is holy.
Now, which ones?
Hmm.
I like them both,
but I think the thin, wired ones.
- Really?
- Yeah.
But these ones are giving,
like, a total dark-and-tortured vibe.
Oh, are you dark and tortured?
Masochism and I are friends.
With benefits.
Eh.
What?
You don't have to wear glasses
to be a writer. You're a writer.
I'm not.
Not on paper, anyway. I mean... [scoffs]
Look, what if they look at me
and all they think is,
"She's a brilliant lawyer with an...
an impeccable sense of style"?
Well, I think you should just go
in there and be yourself.
Oh. All right. You... [chuckles]
- No. I'm... I'm gonna walk away. You know?
- All right.
- You know the drill. Wait ten minutes.
- Why do I always have to be the late one?
Because Ingrid already thinks
you're a fuck up. Just... ride the wave.
[mobile chimes]
[mobile chimes]
Anything?
She took a granola bar. Peanut butter.
Anything else?
She said Gavin Dunmore,
that sorry excuse for a lawyer,
moved into Tyler's office this morning.
[sighs]
Rachel is your nearest and dearest.
Can't you just break the ice?
They're both just so mad at me.
Now my trusty council isn't around
while my life is going off a cliff.
In a Rolls-Royce, but still.
And partner announcements
are around the corner.
All right. Lay it on me.
Nick and I are telling my parents
about the engagement tonight.
And he also wants me to move in.
Permanently.
Makes sense. Are... are you excited?
I don't know. It's all just feeling fast.
When you know, you know.
- But I don't know.
- But you said yes.
I was in the moment, and,
I mean, how could I not? Nick is amazing.
But you also have the hots
for London pants.
I... I've seen the wistful stares
across the Jury Box.
[mobile chimes]
Meeting just got added to your schedule.
Litigation got staffed
on the St. Clair case
and needs to be briefed
before the client arrives.
Which litigator?
Are you gonna visit your family
for Thanksgiving?
I just saw them for my birthday.
Look, Rachel. I'm really...
So what's the problem here?
We offered Victoria's husband
the mid-price hotel chain
for the divorce settlement,
but he refused.
You offered him a shitty deal.
Sounds familiar.
A deal that was
in the best interest of my client.
It's always
in the best interest of someone, isn't it?
Rachel, just say what you wanna say.
You sold your soul, Ingrid.
My boss ordered me to do something.
What was I supposed to do?
Say no.
Don't you come up
with brilliant solves for your clients?
And suddenly,
you're out of ideas for your best friend?
I didn't have a choice.
You have no idea how hard it is
to be a person of color at this firm.
- I think Tyler knows exactly how you feel.
- I feel fucking awful.
I miss you guys.
I miss you and Tyler so much.
I have so many things I wanna tell you...
Stop. That's it right there.
That's the problem.
Girl, we all have things
to tell each other,
but these days,
all you seem to care about is yourself.
If you cared about me,
then maybe you would've noticed
I've been fucking Justin.
You could do worse.
Victoria St. Clair, Rachel Friedman.
Rachel, Victoria St. Clair.
I'll leave you to it.
You're in great hands. [Clears throat]
Hi.
My man's gonna be interviewed
by The New Yorker today.
- Look alive, baby.
- Trying.
Okay. What else
would make you feel your best?
Not gonna lie.
Not really feeling at my best.
You have nothing to worry about.
We know all the questions. No surprises.
[phone alarm chimes]
[Tyler exhales]
Ooh la la.
You're glowing.
Here are the talking points
we printed last week.
You can reference them.
Remember, it's a classy think piece
on microaggressions
in the modern workplace.
You're iconic now. You got this.
- Do you really think this is gonna help?
- 100%.
This will get you back on track.
Am I off track?
There's a lot of followers
that are really supportive of my post.
True. But Instagram followers
aren't offering you jobs.
Be part of the conversation,
and the job offers will come.
I promise.
[Tyler sighs]
He won't take the Wellspier chain.
He sent over a counter
and added a personal note.
Would you like me to relay it to you?
I personally find it unnecessary.
Heaven forbid Alistair miss a chance
for theatrics.
Come on, then. Let's hear it.
[Rachel sighs]
[Rachel clears throat]
"Victoria, let's remember
when I was your other half."
"Your vessel and my staff."
"Two stars, we shined
in the same constellation."
"Now, I'm insulted
and left with cold consolation."
Oh, didn't I tell you?
I'm divorcing Lord Byron himself.
[Rachel chuckles]
He wants the St. Clair Plaza.
How charmingly predictable.
I've never met a man
who could handle a woman's success.
You know why I'm so good at my job?
I don't work the law, I work the man.
So why don't you tell me about him?
It's a tale as old as time.
We were young, in love, ambitious.
- I thought there was no need for a prenup.
- Oh, girl.
Anyway. Alistair had all the potential
in the world to start his own empire,
but he used his brilliant mind
to look for the quick quid.
Hence, the gambling.
- Gambling?
- Oh don't get me started.
Even when he gambles,
he's always after the shortcut.
Card counting, counterfeit chips...
I can work with that.
Great.
I like a woman who knows
how to exploit a man's weakness.
Be careful with this one, young man.
She knows exactly what she's doing.
Yes, she does.
- Get outta here.
- Yes, ma'am.
[Rachel chuckles]
[chuckling]
[somber music playing]
You actually read that M&A newsletter?
Waste of time, if you ask me.
Guess what, Dan? No one fucking asked you.
Oh, Yun. Breaking my heart.
Why are you so hostile?
You know why.
Some people can't hack it.
Look. I know shit went a little far,
but it's not my fault
Robinson took it so personally.
It is your fault, actually.
What you say and do has consequences, Dan.
Stop being a child and own it.
Why is everyone so sensitive?
[ambient music playing]
[Roberta] Ingrid.
Murphy!
Got a whale coming in, guys.
Need my Bonnie and Clyde.
- Can I be Bonnie this time?
- You think you've been Clyde?
Cleo Bajaj,
heiress to a real-estate empire in India.
She runs
Intersection Principal Investment,
a big private-equity fund.
I get the sense they are sitting
on a big pile of cash
and they are on the hunt.
We run the best M&A shop in town,
and I'd like to make sure she knows that.
Roberta emailed you the file.
She'll be here in an hour.
- We're on top of it.
- Go get her.
Ingrid. [Clears throat]
Jeff.
- "Jeff"?
- [elevator chimes]
I think we should maybe perhaps talk?
[scoffs] "Talk"?
How do you expect to plan a pitch
in an hour if we "perhaps talk"?
Relax, Ingrid, it's just a meet and greet.
We can perhaps talk later.
Pardon me for wanting to know
who I'm getting into bed with.
[Murphy] What I'm getting here
is vague at best.
And now I keep getting redirected
back to the same home page.
They're here.
Ladies, welcome
to Parsons Valentine & Hunt.
- I do hope you've made yourselves at home.
- I'm Ingrid Yun. This is Jeff Murphy.
We're senior associates
in Parsons' robust M&A department.
- Cleo Bajaj. Nice to meet you.
- Pleasure.
These are my partners, Lacey Costa.
- [Lacey] Hi.
- Hi.
And Nella Scott.
Nella. That's a beautiful name.
Is it short for something?
That's my favorite part
of these meet-and-greets,
being flirted with by cute boys in ties.
- [Ingrid chuckles]
- It's short for Antonella.
Shall we?
So, here at Parsons Valentine,
we strive to provide bespoke,
full-service representation,
to all our clients.
Whether you're looking
to execute a massive multinational deal
or a more tailored acquisition,
we have the expertise and the experience
to make sure everything goes smoothly.
Globally, 70 to 90%
of M&A deals don't go through.
Our New York office alone
has successfully completed
over 300 deals in two years.
Three hundred out of how many?
Three... three hundred and forty-two.
You've closed 87% of your deals?
The highest push-through rate
in the country.
I read somewhere, I think in the Journal,
that Sun Corp
and Min Enterprises are still in process.
Yes. It's typical for some
of these large deals to take some time.
[Cleo] I'm just surprised
by the whole transaction.
Min has some cutting-edge developments.
Lassiter has always seemed so old-school.
- Don't let the cowboy boots fool you.
- He's quite a character, right?
Cowboy Santa.
That's what we call him here.
- [Nella chuckles]
- What's he really like?
Gentlemen, Rachel Friedman.
Elliot Croft.
Alistair St. Clair.
Pleasure.
[Rachel clears throat]
Is Victoria coming?
I'm sorry. She's unavailable.
Ain't that the truth?
Did she get my poem?
She did.
How was your flight?
Oh I haven't flown commercial
in decades. It was tragic.
I'm so sorry.
- Shall we get started?
- They've been together for 25 years.
Insult us again, we'll drag this out
and bleed her for fees.
You and I will profit, but they'll both
be left with a whole lot less.
Just to be clear, this is not what I want.
I won't insult you,
but what makes your client feel entitled
to the St. Clair Plaza?
New York was my idea, not hers.
You're supposed to let him do his job.
I like to speak for myself.
As I'm sure Victoria told you,
I have a way with words.
The terms of your counteroffer
were a non-starter,
but in the interest
of resolving this matter amicably,
we are willing to continue the discussion.
So sorry to interrupt.
I have Judge Carson's clerk
with a pressing concern
on the Nicholas case.
Hold that thought. [Clears throat]
Nice job on the entrance.
You really sold it.
- I've learned from the best.
- Damn right. Think they took the bait?
[inhales]
Alistair's rifling
through your papers as we speak.
Oh I'm so good at my job,
I don't even need to be in the room
to be good at my job. [Chuckles]
How'd the report look?
Nobody would want the St. Clair Plaza
after reading that.
- Think he'll fall for it?
- He's an expert on fake poker chips,
not fake bedbug reports.
- #noharrassment, I love you.
- [chuckles]
[Murphy] Say whatever
about Dyson hoarding wealth.
That vacuum cleaner saved my life.
[all chuckle]
And the billable hours
weren't too bad either.
- Uh, one more little question for you.
- By all means.
As a company and as people,
we put intersectionality front and center.
It's a priority that we acquire and invest
in companies that are socially conscious.
Well, that's very noble.
[Lacey] Our next step
is to get into green technology.
Lacey holds us accountable.
She's an environmental activist.
An ounce of prevention
is worth a pound of cure.
[Nella] But we want to make sure
that you don't
have any conflicts of interest
with any other clients in the firm.
In as far as conflicts of interest,
I don't think we...
We do work with clients
in the green-tech sector.
If that's an area
you're looking for representation,
we'd be happy to collect more information
and run a conflict check on our end.
Well, thank you very much for your time.
Once you send us that list,
we can get back to you in a day or two.
We'll be in touch, handsome.
Don't you worry. [Chuckles]
- Thank you.
- Thank you.
Pleasure.
The hell was that?
We had them on the hook.
You know Lassiter's shelving green tech.
We don't have any other conflicts.
Okay, remember the company that's trying
to create a voting block in Sun Corp
by buying shares anonymously
and getting proxy votes?
NewLeaf?
Yes. NewLeaf.
I kept wondering how they were getting
in touch with so many shareholders.
I would imagine lots of research
and a little stalking.
Or...
That's Nella.
- [sighs] How did you...
- She was taking notes in shorthand.
And this is the only other time
I've encountered that name.
- So, Antonella used to work for Ted.
- I'm not done.
If you were NewLeaf, how would you get
the money to buy all the voting shares?
I'd find someone with lots of cash
who, uh, cared about the Earth.
Right.
- Check.
- And the final piece.
"An ounce of prevention
is worth a pound of cure."
Where have we heard that before?
Well, Lacey Costa and Benjamin Franklin.
And
the NewLeaf mission statement.
"We believe an ounce of prevention
is worth a pound of cure."
- They're NewLeaf.
- They're New Leaf.
We were being played.
Pumped for information.
We didn't give anything away, did we?
No.
No, you interrupted me
before I stuck my foot in it.
We should tell Marty.
So sorry about that, gentlemen.
Thank you for waiting.
[clears throat] Now, where were we?
After further consideration, uh,
my client wants to be spared
the emotional roller coaster of a trial.
If you're still amenable
to the terms you initially proposed,
I think we are prepared
to move forward on that offer.
Wow. Okay.
Well, mid-price hotel chain it is.
I will run it by my client by end of day
and have a new copy for you by tomorrow.
[Marty] Those snakes!
Right? But we beat them at their own game.
And Ted was keen to find out
who NewLeaf is. Now we know.
I'll tell Ted. Good work.
I have a Diversity Gala to get to.
I'll see you there, Ingrid.
See you there.
Oh.
We've invited the Mins to come tonight.
Let's make sure they feel welcome.
Of course.
[elevator chimes]
Should we maybe perhaps talk now?
Because you're right.
About what?
I'm too casual.
I would have flirted my way
right into their trap.
[clears throat]
Flirting can have consequences.
I need to be more cautious.
Loose lips sink ships.
[elevator chimes]
About that...
I'm sorry.
My lips were there.
Quite happy to be there, in fact.
You make me a better lawyer, Ingrid.
Better man might be a bit of a stretch,
but I'm working on it.
[elevator chimes]
[gasps] Thank goodness.
I was looking for you.
Come on. You're gonna be late.
I'll take the next one.
Happy Thanksgiving, Murphy.
Or should I say have a nice day off?
If you need me, I'll be in the pub.
Something came for you.
A special delivery from Nick.
[gentle music plays]
Wow. Uh...
I don't really wear yellow.
Seriously?
The man sent you a gorgeous dress
and you don't want it?
No. It's... it's beautiful.
It's just not totally me.
And my mom
says yellow doesn't look good on Asians.
That dress costs more than my first car.
You should wear it.
"To my gem who should have
as many gowns as she has galas."
"And who shouldn't be afraid
to celebrate herself."
[gentle music continue]
[woman] So, you quit.
You clear out your office,
you pass that statue
of Lady Justice and you just...
I just had enough. [Exhales]
Enough what?
Enough quiet tension.
It built and built
until it just spilled out. [Chuckles]
You take that rage
and you go live on Instagram.
Tell me about that.
As you know, in our house, we love Insta.
It's a way to show beauty,
to spread the word to rally,
to find community.
And I was just so upset,
I wanted to shout it from the mountain.
And now?
I realize I should have taken more time
to reflect on my feelings.
My words were of the moment
and probably not ready
for public consumption. [Chuckles]
So, do you think
Parsons Valentine is racist?
My colleague has problematic tendencies.
They were investigated,
and the results were not what I had hoped.
Hence, my resignation.
If an organization continues
to employ harmful employees,
doesn't that make the place itself racist?
You're right, my love.
Parsons Valentine is racist
and they tried to pay me $500,000
to act like they aren't.
People wanna pretend
that the system isn't the problem,
but it is
and I am done pretending otherwise.
Excuse me.
All of that, off the record.
Tyler!
[piano music playing]
[indistinct chatter]
- [Nick] How was the limousine? All right?
- Thank you.
So fancy, huh? Princess of the gala?
- Thanks, Dad. Hi, Mom.
- [Nick chuckles]
Beautiful dress. Unusual color.
- Nick picked it out.
- Yeah. Isn't she stunning?
- You look incredible.
- [Ingrid] Thank you.
Shall we go inside?
- How was your day?
- [Nick] It was good. Thanks.
See my text
about the wedding announcement?
[Ingrid] Yeah. Sorry. I was so busy today.
[Nick] No worries.
When should we tell
your parents about the engagement?
- I was thinking...
- [Marty] Ingrid.
Is that your sister?
- [Marty chuckles]
- Mom, Dad, this is Marty Adler...
- Hello.
- ...managing partner at Parsons Valentine.
Yeobo, did you hear that? "Her sister."
[all chuckle]
- It's very nice meeting you, sir.
- [Marty] My pleasure to meet you. Welcome.
- Hello.
- [Marty] It's a pleasure.
Very honored to have you here.
You have raised a wonderful woman
and a wonderful lawyer,
and we're very proud
to have her as the chair tonight.
- Thank you.
- Thank you for having us.
It's my pleasure.
Nick, it's always good to see you.
[Nick] Likewise.
Word on the street is that Laren Capital
is looking for new counsel.
Dad's always had a roving eye.
You tell him that he knows
we're the best in town, all right?
- I'll be sure to remind him.
- Please excuse me. Nice to see you.
Is that the big boss?
- Yeah.
- He has a very strong voice.
You got me the fillet mignon, right?
Yes, Dad.
My American dream. Free fillet mignon.
- [chuckles]
- [speaks Korean]
- [in English] Let's go.
- [Ingrid chuckles]
[Z] Ingrid.
Z. So happy you could join us.
Well, you know me. Love a good cause.
Right. Is your family already here?
Oh they send their regards.
My dad took my mom to see Josh Groban.
- "You Raise Me Up" is a classic.
- [Z chuckles]
It is.
Uh, Carter actually sang that
at my parents' vow renewals.
No. Is there video evidence?
Once we close this deal and it falls
under attorney-client privilege,
I will immediately show you.
I look forward to it.
Where's Carter tonight?
Yeah. I asked him if he was coming
and he just sort of said, "Nah."
[chuckles] Where can I get
some of that energy?
I know. I too aspire to "Nah."
[chuckles]
Hi. Nick Laren.
Hey, Nick, nice to meet you.
I'm Z, I'm one of Ingrid's clients.
Well, soon to be.
Nice to meet you too. [Chuckles]
Z is on the way to saving the planet.
Is that right? Well, on behalf
of our future children, we thank you.
Shall we? Your parents are asking for you.
- [Ingrid] Yes. Enjoy your evening.
- I'll see you two later.
[piano music continues playing]
[announcer] Ladies and gentlemen,
our host for tonight's third annual
Parsons Valentine &
Hunt Diversity Gala, Marty Adler.
Thank you. Thank y very much.
My name is Marty Adler.
I'm one of the managing partners
of Parsons Valentine & Hunt.
I want to thank all of you
who made it out tonight.
We have raised nearly $600,000
for Compute the Youth.
This money will create STEM programs
for underprivileged kids
throughout New York City. Mmm.
Isn't that great?
And now, I'm very proud to present
the Outstanding Achievement Award
for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
This person has shown time and again
their commitment to Parsons Valentine
through their hard work,
and their loyalty, and their dedication.
But it's their fervor for equality
that truly sets them apart.
Please give a warm round of applause
to tonight's recipient, Ingrid Yun.
Surprise. [Chuckles]
I didn't prepare a speech.
That's okay. I know how hard
you've been working for Sun Corp.
I had HR write one up for you.
It's on the teleprompter. Just sell it.
[exhales] Okay.
[clears throat]
Thank you all for coming tonight.
As many of you know,
Parsons was in the news recently
for a workplace kerfuffle.
I can assure you that one bad apple
has not spoiled the whole bunch.
Parsons Valentine is an incredible place
to work as a person of color.
I'm amazed by the strides we're making
from ushering in diverse first-year talent
and donating to causes in need.
Parsons Valentine is leading the charge
on equity, diversity, and inclusion.
I am a proud Asian American female lawyer,
and I am honored to be working
at Parsons Valentine & Hunt.
[all applauding]
[Marty] Thank you, Ingrid.
Congratulations.
Ingrid Yun. Isn't she great?
[man] Congratulations.
[Marty] Up next, we have Theo McDermott,
Director of Compute the Youth.
Theo is going to walk us through
what it takes...
[crowd applauding]
I'm sorry. You walked out
of your New Yorker interview?
My God, who are you? Meghan Markle?
Come on, you know I'm more of a Kate.
Seriously, Tyler, are you okay?
Still figuring that out.
[men laughing obnoxiously]
[sighs] You know,
I could've met you somewhere else.
They can take my salary,
but they cannot take my favorite bar.
Favorite bar or favorite bartender?
[Tyler exhales, chuckles]
He sets a tone.
[Rachel] Mm-hmm.
[Tyler chuckles]
Seriously? Look, I know you're nervous,
but you can't miss the interview, Rach.
We talked about it this morning.
Oh, honey, I've known.
You and him stranded
on a boat for four hours? I know you.
Whatever this interview is,
however, I'm very curious.
But you'll tell me after you kill it.
Bonne chance.
Text me.
We miss you around here.
What's up with you?
[sighs] How long you got?
The night before Thanksgiving?
We're slow, so I'm pretty free, actually.
[both chuckle]
[sniffles]
[door opens]
[Mrs. Yun] Ingrid-ah.
[sniffles, sobs]
[exhales]
[in Korean] Mom...
[inhales]
[in English] I have everything
that I want,
but it's not like
how I thought it would be.
I'm saying words I didn't write
in a dress I didn't pick.
[in Korean] It feels like not me.
[in English] Well,
yellow is not your best color.
[chuckles] Thanks, Mom.
[sniffles, chuckles]
[sniffles]
How's it going with Nick?
[Ingrid] It's fine. He just moves fast.
[in Korean] Too much sensitivity
to others.
[in English] And your sister
has too little.
[in Korean] But you?
[in English] You have too much.
Worrying about others at your expense.
[in Korean] It will hurt you.
[in English] There are sacrifices
that are worth it,
and sacrifices that are not.
Sometimes it's really hard
to know the difference.
Be true to who you are.
You're coming
to Thanksgiving tomorrow, right?
I'm making my sweet and spicy turkey.
- I can't wait.
- [chuckles]
And don't fight
with Lina over the chestnuts.
[in Korean] I can't wait.
[sirens wailing in the distance]
[in English] What is this feeling?
I don't wanna go in, but I do.
It's called nerves.
I don't like 'em.
It's okay that this matters to you,
Rachel. It's a good thing.
Can you just stop being so you right now?
No. I'm sorry.
I can't stop supporting you.
I can handle your success, all right?
I'm not gonna stop believing in you,
even if you don't believe in yourself.
What? Wait. I...
Go in there and just be yourself.
I'll be right here when you're done.
You can leave a toothbrush on my sink.
Score one for planet Earth.
And one for Justin Coleman!
[chuckles]
[Tyler] Ooh, today has been a day.
I'm proud of you for walking out.
Takes balls.
Other than the 4,000 people on Instagram,
I think you're one of the few people
in my life that actually feels that way.
Do you know Bola?
Do I know Bola? Please.
I took Bola to get his first seaweed wrap.
- Doing the Lord's work.
- Right?
He showed me your video.
He was fucking proud.
Really?
Yeah. He was... he was bragging
about how you're his mentor,
and he has really big shoes to fill.
Thanks.
Yeah. Really, thanks. Um...
I needed to hear that.
[scoffs] Sounds like you need
to let off some steam.
[exhales]
Dance party. Pick your track.
Mmm. Actually...
you think Earl would mind?
Probably.
But what he doesn't know
won't hurt him. Go for it.
Let's see.
[inhales]
It's been a little... a little while.
- I feel like you know what you're doing.
- [Tyler chuckles]
[piano playing]
[Tyler vocalizing]
♪ All along it was a fever ♪
♪ A cold sweat, hot-headed believer ♪
♪ I threw my hands in the air
Said, "Show me something" ♪
♪ He said,
"If you dare, come a little closer" ♪
♪ Round and around
And around and around we go ♪
♪ Oh, tell me now, tell me now ♪
♪ Tell me now, tell me now you know ♪
["Waiting for You" by Krissie Karlsson
& Karl Karlsson playing]
♪ It's times now we run together ♪
- ♪ You can read the writing on the wall ♪
- ♪ Wall, wall ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
♪ What you waitin' for?
What you, what you waitin' for? ♪
[exhales]
Thanks for getting my parents the car.
Of course.
Honey, what happened in there?
What's wrong?
[Ingrid sighs]
I knew tonight was gonna be hard,
I just didn't know it was gonna suck.
What? You look great.
Money was raised, people ate steak,
your parents were proud. It was nice.
I thought if I just showed up
and let them show-pony me around
it would all just go away,
but then he made me give
that horrible speech.
It wasn't that bad.
Did you hear the part about Tyler?
Yeah. That... that part wasn't great.
That was awful. I didn't want any of this.
I'm committee chair
of the bullshit parade.
I didn't realize you felt this way.
You could've just said no.
Nick, that's what you don't understand.
No. I couldn't.
[dramatic music playing]
I don't know how to say no.
Come on. Let's just go home.
We can talk about this.
I think I need some time.
What do you mean?
I'm gonna stay at my place tonight.
Are you sure?
Yeah. I'll call you tomorrow.
- Okay. Night.
- Good night.
- [Z] You can take mine if you want.
- [exhales]
No. Uh, that's okay.
[Z] You sure?
It's two minutes away. Black Prius.
You okay?
The speech I made tonight was...
Well, it did seem a little canned.
I mean,
the proud Asian American female lawyer.
Ideally, we just get to say lawyer, right?
Right.
Unfortunately, being just a lawyer
has made me not a great person.
Only a good person feels so bad
about doing not so good things.
So there's still a good person
in there somewhere. Where you headed?
68th and Central Park West.
Okay. Your car is here.
Honestly, please.
I have another one coming. Go ahead.
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
Good night.
Good night.
- [door unlocks]
- [keys jingle]
["Nighttime Hunger" by Overcoats playing]
♪ Nighttime hunger eats at me ♪
♪ Like I'm supposed to be alone ♪
♪ Wish that he could fill me up ♪
♪ So that I could feel whole ♪
♪ Now there's something keepin' me
From fallin' asleep... ♪
[knocks on door]
♪ Then each morning
Pulls me from the deep... ♪
[knocks on door]
Ingrid Yun?
Uh, yes. Can I help you?
You're under arrest.
You have the right to remain silent.
Anything you say can and will be used
against you in a court of law.
♪ When the darkness comes
W-w-w-when the darkness comes ♪
♪ When the darkness comes
W-w-w-when the darkness comes ♪
♪ When the darkness comes
W-w-w-when the darkness comes ♪
♪ Nighttime hunger
And all the fears that it brings ♪
♪ Tend to fade in the light ♪
♪ In daytime I build a new me ♪
♪ But still dread the night ♪
♪ I try to keep movin' ♪
♪ But I can't seem
To chase my monsters away ♪
♪ When the darkness comes ♪
♪ It takes everything from me ♪
["Nighttime Hunger" ends]