- JOHN: You were fearless. - CASSIE: Oh, no, I wasn't. - An armed militia stops you at the border ` it's kind of a big deal. And you ` you're the reason we got through. - (CHUCKLES) - Hey, Mom. - Oh, hey. - Hi. - Sam, Grace, this is John. He's an old friend. - Hi. Nice to meet you. - Nice to meet you. - Hi. - Hi. - So, how was the driving lesson? - Oh, I killed it, right? - Well, you are too modest. - (CHUCKLES) - She's becoming quite a parallel-parker. - Oh. - Oh. Well, sit, both of you. - Oh, I would love to, but pre-calc is calling my name. It was really nice to meet you, though. - You too, Grace. - Thanks, Sam. Bye. - Bye, honey. Sam, would you like a glass of wine? - Oh, no. I don't wanna interrupt. - Uh, I was just about to ask Cassie to authenticate a Chinese artefact for me. - Ming or Tang? - That's what I need you for. - You authenticate art? - Um, I studied art history in college. It's just a hobby. - She plays a mean game of Scrabble in Farsi. - Farsi? - Mm. - Yeah, Cassie speaks five languages. - Uh, six. - Six. I stand corrected. Uh, listen, I have to get back to a faculty thing, so... - OK. Just bring it by the shop. - Thanks. I will. Nice to meet you, Sam. - Oh, nice to meet you. - Bye. (CHUCKLES) What? - Well, this has been educational. Authenticating art? - Oh, well, it's my past. - Yeah, but I think the good archaeologist is trying to unearth it. - Mm-hm. (MYSTERIOUS MUSIC) Captions by Able. Captions were made with the support of NZ On Air. www.able.co.nz Copyright Able 2022 (GENTLE MUSIC) (LILTING MUSIC) (MUSIC FADES) Ryan. - Cassie Nightingale. - You're back. - Yeah. I had some unfinished business. I figured I'd drop by and say hi. - Well, I'm glad you did. Um, maybe we can have lunch? - Yeah, we do need to talk. - Well, just say when and where. - OK. - Tomorrow, at that new place in Yorkville. - 1 o'clock? - Great. It's a date. Uh, not a date. It's a... You know. (CHUCKLES) - I do. - (CELL PHONE RINGS) - Uh, it's my inspector. I sold my house. Just... - (PHONE BEEPS) Hey there. Can you just give me a second? Thanks. I gotta take this. I'll see you tomorrow? - Yeah. - Great. Hello? Yeah. OK. (CURIOUS MUSIC) (PEOPLE CHATTER) - (SIGHS) Stop that. - Stop what? - Smiling. - But you like it when I smile. - Not when I'm trying to stay mad at you. - How could anyone stay mad at this face? - (SNORTS, CHUCKLES) Oh. (SIGHS) - Look, can we just table the baby talk for now? - I guess we can do that. - Great. - But not forever. - I know. (GENTLE MUSIC) - (DOOR SHUTS) - I've gotta feed Nick breakfast, and Linda stripped my kitchen of all gluten. - Well, studies have shown that... that you should be able to have whatever you want in your kitchen? - And that is why I'm here, to borrow bread and cereal. And then tonight, I'm taking back my kitchen, one box of pasta at a time. - Good for you. (CHUCKLES) - You know, I still can't quite get over you being an authenticator of art. - I am. - Well, you never said. - Well, it's not something that comes up in conversation. - Ah. You know, there's, uh, a new gallery opening over in Blairsville. We could go check it out. - I didn't know you were into art. - I love art. - Really? - Yes. - Oh. What's your favourite period? - The... Blue Period. - Well, I can't wait to discuss all things blue with you soon. (SNORTS) - Thank you. - Mm-hm. (DOOR OPENS) (GENTLE MUSIC) - (SPEAKS INDISTINCTLY) (CURIOUS MUSIC) - Those are beautiful. - Thanks. - Positively guaranteed to make her swoon. (MUSIC FADES) Cassie, hey. - Hi. - What do you think? - Well, you've obviously found your passion. Hi, Sophie. - Hey. - Business is booming. I love being the only flower game in town. - But it's just you and Sophie? - Mm-hm. Derek. (QUIRKY MUSIC) I have this arrangement for Stephanie from Ben. Isn't the Bistro right on your way to work? - Uh... Say no more. - (CHUCKLES) Thank you. (MUSIC CONTINUES) Such a sweet, helpful man. - Abigail. - What? Who doesn't like to be the bearer of fresh-cut flowers? - A small business lives or dies on how much effort the owner is willing to put into it. - I'm working 24-7. - (GASPS) Ouch. - (PHONE RINGS) - (GROANS) Abigail's Flower Market. No problem. Got it, Thursday. That was Martha. She ordered 25 centrepieces for her town hall banquet meeting in three days. - Great. No problem. We'll just have to work double time. - Well, sounds like you've got everything under control. - Don't I always? (PEOPLE CHATTER) (GENTLE MUSIC) - Why don't we go to Blairsville for an early dinner? - Oh, I was thinking we could get a pizza and watch the game. - Uh-huh. - You really wanna go out, don't you? OK, I tell you what ` I'll record the game. We can go out for dinner. - Really? - Yeah. I'll swing by after work and pick you up. - Perfect. - Table three asked for you. - OK. Hi. What can I do for you? - Stephanie. - Mom. (CHUCKLES) You're here. (CHUCKLES) - Mm. Mm - (CHUCKLES, GROANS SOFTLY) (QUIRKY MUSIC) (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) - I'm running a little behind, sorry. Mrs Benton. - Uh, it's miss. I'm single. - Oh. My mistake. - And it's Sharon. Well, Sharon, why don't you tell me what brought you in today? - FOP. - FOP? You think you have fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva? It's a pretty rare disease. (CHUCKLES) I think there are only 700 confirmed cases. - I know. What are the odds, right? - One in two million, actually. (CHUCKLES) Um, Sharon,... (SIGHS) fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva is a rare genetic disease that causes the body's fibrous tissue ` ligaments, muscles ` to transform into bone. - (SIGHS) I'm just so relieved that you've heard of it. My last two doctors couldn't even pronounce it. - Let me guess ` you been online? - Yes. - (PHONE RINGS IN DISTANCE) - What makes you think that you have this incredibly rare disease? - (SIGHS) I have this dull ache throughout my entire body, especially in my ankle. - Why don't we take a look? Mm. Oh, and then there's this, my big toe. - (SIGHS) - It's totally malformed. Classic symptom, right? - Why don't we run some tests and get an X-ray of that ankle? - If you think that's what's best. (QUIRKY MUSIC) - (KNOCK AT DOOR) - Come in, Chief Sanders. - (KNOCK AT DOOR) - For goodness sake. How many times do I need to tell you that you don't need to keep knocking if I've said 'come in'? Michael! - Hey, Mom. - You're home! Oh! Oh! - (CHUCKLES) (SIGHS) - (SIGHS) You're too thin. We must feed you immediately. Oh. - (BOTH CHUCKLE) - Oh, I'm so sorry. Your order is almost ready. It's just really crazy here today. - Oh, are you OK? - (SIGHS) My mother's here for her annual visit. - Oh, I love when Betty comes to town. - (CHUCKLES) Well, that's because you aren't on the receiving end of all her well-meaning but annoying advice. - She loves you. - And I love her, but she drives me crazy every time she comes to town. And since she never bothers you, can she stay at Grey House? - Yes, absolutely. - Great. - (CLEARS THROAT) - Here you go! - So, has she met Ben? - Absolutely not. - (SIGHS) She's gonna love Ben. Everyone does. - But she won't approve of him. - Mm. You're sure it's your mother who doesn't approve of Ben's job status? - I like Ben. I do. It's just (SIGHS) we're so different. - Mm. - I don't know. I think things could work out between Ben and I, but not if my mother gets involved. - Well, hiding him from your mom isn't gonna help things. It may actually make things worse. - Lunch for two. So, who's your date? - (SIGHS) I'm authenticating some art. - Mm-hm. (CHUCKLES) (CURIOUS MUSIC) - The man at the far table looks familiar. - He should. He's been in here every day all week. - Oh. - 15.50. (MUSIC CONTINUES) - So? - Ming Dynasty, 1400 AD. It's extremely well preserved ` no signs of repair or restoration. It's a lovely piece, but it's not the only one of its kind. - Man, you would've made an amazing archaeologist. - (CHUCKLES) I love the past, but I have found more joy focusing on the here and now. - Well, not me. When I'm on a dig, I can imagine what life was like in simpler times. I like that. - Yeah, but when looking back, sometimes we remember things how we thought they were instead of how they really were. - True. Very true. (SIGHS) I would love to take you out, pay back the favour. How about lunch tomorrow? You pick the place. - I have plans with a friend. - Well, you let me know when your schedule clears. (JAUNTY MUSIC) - (DOOR OPENS) - LINDA: Hey. - Hey. I got back from my run, and you guys were gone. - Yeah. Well, Mom was on one of her quests, looking for freshly pressed juice. - Pressed? Like a suit? - It's good for Nick. Pressed juice is full of nutrients and vitamins, and Nick needs that, especially now that he's working out twice a day. - (SIGHS) - (SCOFFS) I got rid of all of that. - Yeah, I put it back. - OK, you know, if you wanna poison your body, you go right ahead, but our son deserves better. - I'm gonna be late for school. - I'll drive you. Hey, listen, I wanna try that new Greek restaurant tonight ` you, me and Nick. My treat, OK? (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) (GENTLE MUSIC) Hey, Cassie. - Hey, Brandon. - I told Grandpa I'd handle grocery shopping for him while he's away this week. Do you have a list for me? - I do. - Great. - You know, George usually picks up the pastries for the guests' breakfast as well. - Oh, I can do that. The Bistro's on my way. - Yeah, I think the Bistro's an excellent idea. - (BOTH CHUCKLE) (PEOPLE CHATTER) - Hey, it's the good doctor. - Ryan. I didn't know you were back. - Yeah, I am. - Temporarily? - Depends. - On...? - Ah, a lot of things. - Oh. Does Cassie know you're back? - Yeah, she does, actually. We're having lunch today. - Mm. - So, you, uh, still single? - Yes, and Linda's still in town. - Ooh. Right, the wife. (SIGHS) - Ex-wife. - Ex. Can't be easy. - Yeah. It's great for my son, though. - Yeah, of course. Of course. Listen, I'll tell Cassie you said hello. - Great. - Hey, you ready? - For your lesson. Yep. - Was that just Ryan? - Yeah, it was. - I didn't know he was back in town. - Neither did I. (PENSIVE MUSIC) - It's lovely. - Oh! It is. My wife always wore wraps like this. She was always cold. - How long since your wife passed away? Uh, if you were divorced, you wouldn't still wear the ring. - Ah. Yeah, a few months ago. - Oh, my condolences. - Thank you. I` I'd like to purchase it. - Consider it a gift. - Oh, thank you. - Of course. (CURIOUS MUSIC) - Hey. I'm here to pick up the order for Grey House. Thanks. - (BABY COOS, FUSSES) - He looks just like you. - (CHUCKLES) Hey, man, don't joke. Actually, his mom says that to everybody in the family. Personally, I think I have better hair. - Eh. - Brandon, meet Max, my nephew. - Hello, Max. - Emergency came up with his mother, so I'm on uncle duty. - Oh. - Hey, uh, you think you might be able to watch him for a little bit? I gotta run by the station. - But you're off today. - I am, and that means that Don's in charge, which is why the dispatcher's threatening to quit and... Come on. - I gotta bring some things over to Grey House. - That's perfect. I can swing by Grey House. I'll meet you there. - OK. - Yes! Just rock him, all right? He likes movement. - Yeah, well, you know, what I like is punctuality. - Don't worry. As long as Max has his pacifier, it'll be easy. Thank you. - (SIGHS) (QUIRKY MUSIC) - How in the world can you be afraid of squirrels? - Oh, how can you not be? - (CHUCKLES) - Their little diabolical paws, their scrunched-up faces, and that squirrel darted right in front of us on purpose. - I think you're giving him too much credit. - Well, he was totally messing with me. - Spiders. - What about them? - They're my squirrel. I hate 'em. - But spiders are good luck. Whereas squirrels... - ...menacingly dart out into traffic on purpose? - Yes, exactly. - (BOTH CHUCKLE) - This has been fun, teaching you to drive. - Well, it's not over yet. - True. You probably have time for one more lesson before your test. And you're sure you don't need a ride? - No, I'm fine. - (BOTH CHUCKLE) - See ya. (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) - OK. Bye-bye. (MUSIC CONTINUES) - These are all from Sharon. - At this point, she needs her own dedicated phone line. You do know she has a reputation, right? Not that kind of reputation. She's in that book club that I joined. Mm-hm. Rumour is ` she spends most of her time going from one doctor's office to another, yet she never gets better. - You think she's a hypochondriac? - I don't think she's actually sick. - (SIGHS) As much as I trust the diagnostic ability of your book club, my gut tells me that something is wrong. - OK, you're the doctor. - I am. - But when you find out that I'm right and you're wrong, I so get to say 'I told you so'. - So, I was thinking cocktail hour with a specialty drink and then a formal sit-down dinner ` steak and lobster. Ooh! A real celebration. What do you think? Tom? Tom! What do you think? Michael's welcome-home party. - He's moving back because he got fired and he's broke. - He quit that terrible job. It was unsuitable for his intellect and his abilities. - He was a waiter in a themed restaurant. - So you agree ` completely beneath him. He's` He's special. He's a real talent. - Martha, he's an adult, and he's gotta grow up some day. Let's make that 'some day' now. - Maybe we should have his party at a restaurant. - Your cousin Jennifer just got engaged. Shy little Jennifer getting married before you ` it's inconceivable. - (SCOFFS) OK, she has been dating her fiance since middle school. It's not only conceivable; it's a little bit anticlimactic. - I just don't like the idea of you alone. I want you to put yourself out there. You` You need to date. You need a plan. - (SIGHS) OK, if I fall in love and it all works out, I'll get married. - That's not a plan. That's a dream. - Thanks, Mom (!) (SIGHS) (QUIRKY MUSIC) - Just came in to get a potted plant for my mother, and I'm leaving with two dozen roses. - Such a good son. (CHUCKLES) And handsome too. - (CHUCKLES) - It's OK, Sophie. I got this one. - (SIGHS) - Thank you so much. (CHUCKLES) - This arrangement that Martha ordered is very complicated and time-consuming. - Oh, you'll get it. You always do. - (SIGHS) (QUIRKY MUSIC) - Hi! - Wow! Abigail, this place is great. - Thanks. Sit? - I don't know. You look really busy. It's fine. - I'm never too busy for my favourite cousin. Girl talk? - Always. - (CHUCKLES) - Oh! - Let me. Let me. It's OK. - (CHUCKLES) Thanks. (SIGHS) I've just been working so hard on this big order from Martha. I must just be exhausted. - Oh, well, if you want, I'm happy to help. - Only if you want to. Sophie's a little overwhelmed. - Oh. - Just layer each vase with an even mix of pebbles, and then Sophie will add the flowers. - OK. So, tell me, what's it like to own your own business? (CHUCKLES) - It's super fun. (SIGHS) - Mm-hm. - So, you guys are good here, then? - What? - Great, cos I could really use a break. - Oh. - (SIGHS) - (SIGHS) - (SIGHS) Uh... - So, uh, you sold your house? - Yeah, but it failed the electrical inspection. - You should get a second opinion ` another inspection. - Oh, there's a backlog of inspectors. It would take too long to make another appointment. - I bet Martha would help you out. - I think she has not forgotten that I helped bring that mall project to Blairsville. - Well, people can surprise you. - Yeah. Sometimes in good ways, and sometimes in not so good ways. - I surprised you that night. - Yeah. (SIGHS) What happened? I mean, I didn't imagine what was going on between us before that night, and I know I did not imagine what I saw between you and Sam. I think I'm owed an explanation. - When Sam almost kissed me, I was as surprised as you. - That he wanted to kiss you? - That I wanted to kiss him. - So why aren't you two together? - Because I'm still not ready to be with anyone. - So there's still a chance that, maybe, when you are ready, we could start again? - I don't feel that way about you. I thought I did, but I don't. (DOWNBEAT MUSIC) - OK. - Look, we were friends before we were anything else. - Yeah, but I always wanted more. (BOTH SIGH) - I'm so sorry. - Me too. Cos I can't forget how I feel and just go back to being friends. (SIGHS) (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) (BIRDS CHIRP) Brandon? Where are you? - Back here. - I got your text. What's the emergency? (LILTING MUSIC) Oh! Oh wow. That's really cute. - Yeah, well, don't get any ideas. - Too late. Where did the baby come from? Hi! - Uh, this is Derek's nephew, Max. - Oh. - Uh, here. - Oh. (CHUCKLES) Uh, where` where's Derek? - He's stuck at the station. - Hello. (CHUCKLES) Oh my goodness. Um, here. Just` Oh. - (SIGHS) OK. - (CHUCKLES) - (COOS) - Oh, you're a natural. - Ha ha. But, seriously, I need you to take him, cos I need a break. - Oh, why don't you just stay? We'll do it together. It'll be fun. - (SIGHS) - Ah, almost. You just need to put a little more arc on it. - Well, uh, Mom texted, said she was making chicken. - OK. - Uh, Dad? - Yeah? - I gotta ask ` did you and Mom ever get along? - Oh yeah, sure. When we first got married. (CHUCKLES) - Well, what happened? - People change. We... changed. - All I can remember since I was a kid was you two fighting. Now it's like a normal family. It's nice having Mom around. - Well, she loves you very much. - (CHUCKLES) Hey, Grace. - Oh! Hey. What's up? - You ready for your last driving lesson? - Um, actually, I was thinking about that, and it may not be our last. - Why? What do you mean? - I thought maybe I would postpone my driving test. It's just I have a lot going on, and, you know, I can always take it next year. Plus, it'll give you and I more time to practise. - Well, you're ready. - I don't think I am. (CHUCKLES) Anyways, you guys have fun. I won't keep you. - What was all that about? - Don't know. - Enjoy. Mom! - Don't look so surprised. - I just thought you were doing that walking tour of downtown. - Oh, I'd much rather spend time with you. - Hey. - Oh, why don't you head back to Grey House and relax? And I can` - I just got here. - Right, OK. I, um` I just need to see a customer, but you stay right here, OK? - BOTH: Hi. - (CHUCKLES) So, let's just head out here. - (BOTH CHUCKLE) - Wait. I was just gonna sit at the counter. - Oh. Why would you wanna be inside? It's so beautiful out. (CHUCKLES) - Who's that woman you were talking to? - Oh, no one. Hey, here's an idea. Since it's so busy, why don't I personally deliver a late lunch to you once the crowd dies down? - I was just gonna have a snack. - A snack, lunch, whatever. (CHUCKLES) - OK. - OK. - (BOTH CHUCKLE) (QUIRKY MUSIC) (CHUCKLES) (SIGHS) - Who was that man? - Oh, uh, just a customer. - (SIGHS) See, your attitude is part of the problem. That cute man could be more than just a customer. - Hmm. - (DOOR BELL CHIMES) - Martha, you are beaming. - Michael's home, and all is right with the world. He quit that horrible job in California, and he's decided to move back to Middleton permanently. - Oh, so he'll be looking for a job locally? - Mm-mm. Not a job, a career. - Oh. Hmm. (MYSTERIOUS MUSIC) This is infused with amber, which ancient civilisations believed contained rays of the sun. Amber's restorative and has the ability to light a fire under people, so to speak ` to help with Michael's career. - Oh, well, thank you. But no. Michael doesn't need any hocus-pocus. He will be gainfully and properly employed by tomorrow. I... I pulled a few strings, and I set up a job interview for assistant to the Middleton bank president. I'll have Michael's career on track in no time. - Well, tell Michael I wish him luck. - Oh, my dear Cassie, luck is not necessary when you're a Tinsdale. (CHUCKLES) (QUIRKY MUSIC) - Hey. - Oh, what took you so long? - I had to go to two different stores to find the right diapers. - I have never seen so much stuff come out of something so small! - (CHUCKLES) Yeah, but he is awfully cute. - Oh, he hates me. - What? How can you say that? - Here. - Oh, OK. Come here, buddy. Oh yeah. - Oh. - All right. What? - Why does he like you more than me? - Well, it's not a competition. - Yeah, says the guy who's winning. - Hey, I'm wearing a T-shirt I found in the trunk, and I smell like baby puke. - (SIGHS) - Honey, there are no winners in this room. He's probably just hungry. - Oh, but if we feed him, he's just gonna use up all the diapers again. - Well, check the bag. There's probably a bottle of formula in there. - Oh, yep. - So, warm it up and, um, test the temperature on your wrist. I used to take care of Grace when she was a baby. Didn't you ever babysit when you were young? - No, and I was an only child. (QUIRKY MUSIC) - Don't worry, buddy. I'll test it before I give you the bottle. - (GLASS SMASHES) Just to be safe. - (SQUEALS) - Yeah, well, would it kill you to give her a smile? - What's bothering you? Your forehead gets a certain pattern when you're trying to figure something out. And that's a pretty big, uh, medical file there. - (SIGHS) There is something wrong with this patient, and I don't know what. - Hmm. - But I'll figure it out. - I like that about you. - My tenacity? - Yeah. It's one of your best qualities. - (BOTH LAUGH) Um, Ryan is back. We had lunch. Um, I meant to tell you. - But you were hesitant. - Ryan brings up a lot of things for me. - So, how was lunch? - (SIGHS) Complicated. - How did you leave things? - Well, he wants something from me that I just can't give him, no matter how much I care about him, so not well. - Hmm. (SIGHS) Seeing Ryan and talking to him just made me realise that, right now, I'm not ready for anything more than friendship. - Duly noted. And, look, as your friend, who... just wants you to be happy, I really hope you're able to patch things up with him. - Thank you, Sam. - And for the record, if I had been Ryan, never would have happened, cos I never would have left you behind. cos I never would have left you behind. (GENTLE MUSIC) It's hard, huh? I was just` - Quiet! He just stopped crying. (SIGHS) I can't take any more crying. - He's a baby. It's his primary mode of communication. - (SIGHS) (MAX CRIES) - Where's his pacifier? - He just had it. - (CRIES) - We have to find it. - When I left him with you, he had it. - Hey, we need to hold the line here. We can't turn on each other. - OK, OK. - Uh, maybe there's a spare. (SIGHS) No luck. - Hmm. Oh! Kitchen. - Kitchen? What? Tara, he can't walk. What? Do you think he took it out, crawled into the kitchen and then stealthily made his way back? I mean, he's a baby. He's not Delta Force. - (COOS) (GENTLE MUSIC) - (SIGHS) - (FUSSES) - Found it. Hiding in plain sight. - (FUSSES) - There you go. See? Everything's OK. (MUSIC CONTINUES) (PEOPLE CHATTER) - Hey. - Hi. (PEOPLE CHATTER) - Does she know who it's from? - No. - Well, she does bear a striking resemblance to your wife. - It's uncanny. - Well, I know you don't wanna hear this, but Stephanie's not the answer to your problems. (PHONE RINGS) (CURIOUS MUSIC) (RINGING CONTINUES) - Sophie? Sophie! (SIGHS) - (RINGING CONTINUES) Abigail's Flower Market. This is Abigail speaking. Hi, Martha. (MUSIC CONTINUES) Uh, s` Sorry. 25 more centrepieces for the banquet. Yes, that does make 50. Yeah, of course. Of course. Got it. Two days. No problem. (PHONE BEEPS) (PENSIVE MUSIC) - Sharon called. She wants another appointment. - Well, let's squeeze her in. - (SIGHS) Doc, you do see what she's doing, don't you? - What are you talking about? - She's crushing on you. - (SCOFFS) That's nonsense. - OK, but watch yourself, cos from where I stand, you're like a turkey walking around one day before Thanksgiving ` clueless and on the menu. (QUIRKY MUSIC) (PEOPLE MURMUR) - Michael! - Hey, Mom. - Well? Tell me how the interview went! When do you start? What's your salary? Any perks? Will you have your own assistant? - No, I didn't go. Mom, being an assistant at my age is not what I had in mind. I wanna hold out for something better that showcases my talents. - Oh. - (CELL PHONE RINGS) - I gotta take this. Danny. Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Yeah, hold on. Hold on. Mom, I was gonna go meet Danny, you know, from high school? Uh, but do you have any cash? Just enough to get me through the week. - Ah. - You're the best, Mom. - (SIGHS) - It's good to be home. - Mm. (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) - Well, hello there. - Oh. Hi. - What's up? - Well, I was at the Bistro, studying, and they had one piece of that chocolate cake that you like, so I got it for you as a thank you for the lessons. - Well, that's thoughtful. - Hmm, thanks. - Actually, I'm glad you're here. - You are? - Yeah, I wanted to talk to you. - Me? - Sit down. (SIGHS) What's goin' on? Why don't you wanna take your test? - I'm just not ready. (CHUCKLES) - Was it our lessons? - Oh, no, no. You're a great teacher. You didn't do anything. - Are you having trouble at school? - No. - Home? - No, and I'd prefer not to really talk about it. Oh, OK. I won't push, but if you do wanna tell me, I'm here. Thanks for the cake. - Yeah. (CHUCKLES) (PENSIVE MUSIC) - (DOOR OPENS) - (SIGHS) (MUSIC CONTINUES) - Hello there. - Hi. - Uh, do you know where the sugar is? - Uh, sugar. Uh, I don't. - Oh, you're not a guest here? - No, no. I'm just here to do some work for Cassie. - You were at the Bistro today, right? - Yeah. Hey, you were talking to Stephanie. - Oh, you know Stephanie? - Very well. - Me too! - Really? - Yeah. I'm her mother. (QUIRKY MUSIC) - Thanks a lot. (SIGHS) Oh! - Oh! - Hi. - Hi. Uh, how goes the hunt for a new inspector? - Not good, actually. If I don't find someone quickly to give my house a clean bill of health, that deal's gonna fall through. - Well, some losses are worth fighting for. - Oh. - Oh. - I'm sorry. I... You know, it's my fault, anyway. I should've waited for my guy to do the work instead of... - Oh. Hello. - Martha. - Goodbye! - Martha. Martha. - (SIGHS) - I know you don't owe me any favours, but I need a new electrical inspector. - I can have someone at your house later today. - Oh, I owe you. I owe you. Thank you. - Oh, I'm not doing it for you. I'm doing it for Cassie. Because any friend of Cassie's is a friend of mine, no matter how traitorous he may have been in the past. Hmm. - Because it makes the most sense. - No. - Why shouldn't I move into your spare room? - This is not some cute romantic comedy where the divorced parents live together for the sake of the child and everything works out in the end. - Look, Sam, this whole family thing is no picnic for me either. I am trying so hard to stay current at my job that I have worked my entire career to land. But I'm not in New York. I'm here because I love our son too. I wanna move in to be closer to my Nick, OK? (PENSIVE MUSIC) (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) (SIGHS) (MUSIC CONTINUES) Derek! - Sorry, I'm late. - (SIGHS) (REFLECTIVE MUSIC) - Hi. - Hi. - Where's Sophie? - She quit. - Oh. That happens when employees are overwhelmed. - Sophie wasn't overwhelmed. She just wasn't a go-getter. I'll find other people to help out. Don't worry. Things always work out for me. - Well, new business thrives or dies on reputation. If you don't deliver an important order to a very vocal town mayor, I think Martha will make sure everyone hears about it. - I'm the only flower shop in town. - The one in Blairsville is three times the size, and it delivers. People will think twice about going to a place that has proven to be unreliable. - Look, give them a discount and tell them, 'Thank you very much for waiting.' OK? - Uh, table for two, please? (QUIRKY MUSIC) I'm treating my new friend. - Oh. (MYSTERIOUS MUSIC) (DOOR BELL CHIMES) (MUSIC FADES) - I came to say goodbye. - Your house passed inspection? - Oh gosh, no. But Martha's inspector referred me to a reasonable electrician who can do the job quickly so the sale can go through. - Well, sometimes we all need a little rewiring. - Mm-hm. You told me that sometimes people can surprise you. Hmm. Listen, I didn't exactly leave things with you in a very good place, and yet you helped me. Thank you. - You said you couldn't be my friend, but I never said I couldn't be your friend. - Yeah. I guess we've come full circle, haven't we? - Well, maybe that means we can start all over again. - I think we just did. - Friends hug, right? - Yeah, good friends hug. (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) (INSECTS CHIRP) (MUSIC CONTINUES) (DOOR OPENS) (DOOR SHUTS) - (SIGHS) - Hey. Oh. He's adorable. How long has he been here? - All day. Derek's on his way over now. - Uh, did you, uh, pick up everything I need at the Bistro? - (SIGHS) (THOUGHTFUL MUSIC) (INSECTS CHIRP) - (CLEARS THROAT) You wanna talk about it? - No. (SIGHS) (HOOP CLATTERS) (SIGHS) Linda. - Mm. - I'm at an impasse. Marriage may not be forever, but kids are, so I have a choice ` I can either make Nick happy and be miserable, or make myself happy and hurt Nick. (SIGHS) I heard Ryan left town. Are you OK? - Yeah, it's always a little sad when friends leave. - Friends again? - We patched things up. - I'm glad. - Thank you. - So, do you have any of that tea that tastes like coffee? - I do, and I am making pasta tonight for dinner. - Oh, gluten! - (LAUGHS) Yay! - Let's. - OK. (BOTH CHUCKLE) (MYSTERIOUS MUSIC) Captions by Able. Captions were made with the support of NZ On Air.