[Jack] When did you start thinking about a baby?
[quietly] Um…
[hesitates] After the accident, I didn't think that I could get pregnant.
So I just kept telling myself that I didn't need to be a mom.
But every time I see Lilly with Chloe, I--
My heart aches.
[Jack, softly] Yeah.
And how come you didn't…
say anything until now?
Well, because, you know, we'd just started dating, and you…
[scoffs] …you have twins on the way,
and I just-- I know this feeling isn't gonna go away.
And…
[sighs]
…I feel like I owe it to myself to try.
Well, it's hard to argue with your feelings.
I should've just kept the baby thing to myself.
-I just-- -No. Hey, hey. Come on.
-[Mel groans] -No. Listen, you did the right thing.
I wanna know what's going on in that beautiful head of yours.
Yeah, well, right now, it's mostly filled with regret.
[Mel breathes deeply]
Just because I want to have a baby,
it doesn't mean that you have to feel the same way.
You know, I mean, I…
I totally understand if you don't.
[Mel chuckles softly]
[Jack] I should, um…
Just…
-I'll need time to think things through. -Yeah, of course. I-- Of course.
[quietly] Yeah.
-Hey. -Hm?
I'm glad you told me.
-We should probably get some sleep. -Yeah.
I love you.
I love you too.
[inhales slowly] All right.
[Jack grunts]
-[Jack] Night. -Good night.
[theme music playing]
"Why, you're nothing but a great big coward."
I am a coward. I, uh…
[inhales] Wait, what's my next line?
"I haven't got any courage at all."
"I even scare myself."
-I can't do this. -Oh, buddy, come on.
You just gotta keep practicing. You are gonna be great on stage.
I'm gonna look stupid. And everyone's gonna laugh at me.
-The kids at camp giving you a hard time? -Just Sam.
But everyone thinks he's awesome.
Hey. If he's hurting you, you need to tell a grown-up.
He's not hurting me. He's just acting like a jerk.
Okay, well, then you gotta stand up for yourself.
And how do I do that?
The next time he is being mean,
you look him straight in the eye, and you say,
"Psshh. Whatever, man."
-Then you walk away. -That'll work?
[laughs] Oh, you betcha.
And when I get home tonight,
we will practice these lines until you got 'em down pat.
If you still wanna quit,
well, you can.
-[Christopher] Hm. -Hm?
-Whatever, man. -Oh! Whatever, man!
[Preacher laughs]
[Connie] Okay, you two.
-Playtime is over. -Oh.
Yeah, time to skedaddle, or we're gonna be late for drop-off.
-[Christopher] Race you to the car! -[Connie] Woo-hoo!
-Thanks for taking him this morning. -Oh. [chuckles]
Well, ever since Lizzie moved out,
I've got extra time on my hands.
-I appreciate your help with Christopher. -Mm.
Honey, when it comes to raising kids,
I believe that it takes a village,
and I'm more than happy to do my share.
-Thanks again. -Mm-hmm.
[sighs softly]
Hey.
Morning.
Is that a dark roast I smell?
It is. I just made a fresh pot.
-Oh, thank you. -You're welcome.
So have you, uh, talked to Hope today?
No, no, I spoke to her last night.
Power is spotty in Port Royal. It's not easy to get in touch with her.
Well, at least you know she's safe.
[Doc] Yeah.
I won't feel better until she is back home.
You miss her, don't you?
Yes, I am looking forward to her return.
I swear your heart grew three sizes since you gave Hope a ring.
Gosh! Now do we get to discuss your love life?
No. You're right. Let's not go into that.
Agreed.
Oh,
by the way, I, uh, need for you to cover for me this afternoon.
Ah! Isn't that interesting?
Not particularly.
Well, you need something from me, and I need something from you.
And what do you need from me?
To know why you're interviewing people.
Well, technically, you don't really need to know that information to do your job.
If I'm not informed on the inner workings of this office,
then how can I be trusted to cover for you?
Look, I was planning on telling you,
so this is not me just giving in.
Uh-huh, okay.
I am interviewing physicians.
Why?
Because I think we could use the extra help.
I mean, I don't think you're gonna be able to handle another doctor.
I mean, you barely tolerate me.
That is not true. I think we do quite well together.
Uh-huh. That's only because I am very accommodating.
That's a misuse of the word "very."
Oh, come on. You and I both know the second another doctor comes in here
and tries to change anything, you're gonna have a fit.
[sighs]
I will have to adjust.
Okay. Well, if you do decide to hire someone,
I don't think you're going to, but if you do, it directly affects me too.
I understand, and I'm sorry I didn't recognize that from the start.
Thank you.
Look, I have another candidate coming in later this morning,
and if you would like, we can do the interview together.
I would love that. That'd be great. Thank you.
-[phone ringing] -Oh. I'm sorry.
Oh. You know what? Do you mind if I take this?
Go ahead, go ahead.
[sighs]
[Mel] Hey, Joe.
-[Mike] Huh? -Oh, you leave any in the river?
[laughs] Yeah, a few.
Um, hey, if you can clean 'em up for me, I'll split my haul.
-All right. You got yourself a deal. -All right.
Man, being on that river with the sun coming up…
[whoops] …it just gets me through the day, man.
Hey, next time you should come with me.
Yeah, maybe.
Okay, what's going on?
What?
Well, something's spinning around that head of yours.
Nah, it's just relationship stuff.
Tell me now or tell me later, 'cause I'll get it out of you eventually.
[sighs]
Mel told me that she wants to have a baby.
Well, how do you feel about it?
[sighs softly]
I love her, you know?
And I don't wanna disappoint her ever, but…
I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around having two kids,
let alone three.
I mean, the thought of it literally gives me chest pains.
Yeah, I… I don't know what to tell you. You're… you're in a tough spot.
[Mike] Um… If you need anything, just, you know…
Thanks.
Oh, yeah, the second I saw his face, I wanted to take it back.
Well, what did he say?
[Mel] He said he was glad I told him.
-So, then it's fine? -No, no.
There's a difference between "I'm glad you told me"
and "I am so glad you told me, because I feel the same way."
-Well, he was probably just in shock. -No, I don't know.
I'm worried I scared him off.
Jack doesn't strike me as someone who scares easily.
Think about it.
He's having twins, his house burned down,
and now his girlfriend says she wants to have a baby?
That's a lot.
Oh, damn it. You weren't supposed to agree with me.
Sorry.
-I gotta go. I'll call you later. Okay? -Okay.
-Love you. -I love you too.
[Mel] Okay, bye.
[sighs]
There you go.
-[Lizzie] Hey, Lydie. -Hello there. Did you have a good sleep?
I did. Thanks again for letting me stay with you.
The shower in the guest bathroom rocks.
Oh, you mean the bathroom? There's only one.
And I'm so happy you like it.
-The water pressure's killer. -Isn't it?
I would've showered this morning, but there wasn't any hot water left.
Oh my gosh. I'm so sorry.
It takes forever to get the conditioner out.
Yeah, I'm sure it does.
So, um, what can I get you? It's my treat.
Oh, that's awfully nice of you.
Um, I would like, uh,
a half a dozen gingersnaps and a couple of oatmeal muffins.
So, um, when do you think you'll be going back to Connie's?
We're not really speaking to each other right now.
Oh. But I'm sure something could be done to make amends?
I don't know. We're both really stubborn.
But family is so important.
Actually, I kind of feel like you and Ricky are my family here.
Is that weird?
-No, it's a lovely sentiment. -[Lizzie chuckles]
[Lydie] Thank you.
Hi!
[cell phone chimes]
[sent message tone]
[cell phone ringing]
Hello.
-Miss Sheridan? -Yes.
This is Annie from Dr. Fisher's office.
Hi.
The doctor's refilled your Xanax prescription for an additional 30 days.
[relieved] Oh, thank you.
You'll need an appointment if you want another refill.
-Okay. -Where should I call in the prescription?
Um, Dixon's Pharmacy over in Eureka.
-Is that the same location as last time? -Yes.
-They should have it ready in a few hours. -Thank you. And please thank Dr. Fisher.
-Thanks. -Okay.
[sighs]
[Charmaine] Hey.
Char, what's up?
I just came by to let you know
that Todd booked a luxury birthing suite for me.
Oh, great.
It's not great. It's incredible.
I've got a personal chef
and a dedicated photographer who's gonna do my hair and my makeup.
As long as the twins are looked after, I don't really care about the rest of it.
[sighs] Well, Todd cares about me and the twins.
All right, that's not what I meant. I--
Sounds a little over the top,
but if that's what you and Todd wanna do, I'm cool.
Look, Jack. I know you have a problem with Todd,
but we need to figure out a way to work this out for the twins.
I don't have a problem with Todd.
Oh, okay. I'm glad that you feel that way because he wants to have lunch with you.
-When? -Today.
[scoffs] I can't today. I got a private party coming in.
Gotta be here for that. The Lumberjack Games tomorrow.
Can't you meet him for a drink?
-Why doesn't he ask me himself? -He's gonna call you.
I thought it would be better if I came and gave you a heads-up.
-Well, I can't today. Sorry. -[Charmaine sighs]
Jack, if you refuse his invitation, he's gonna be insulted.
[scoffs] Okay, I think I can live with that.
Really? 'Cause it's just gonna make things harder for you in the long run
but, you know, it's… it's totally your call.
All right. Have him call me.
Thank you.
You got a new car?
-[alarm beeps] -Yeah. Isn't it cute?
-[Jack] Mm. -Todd got it for me.
Super cute.
-[chuckles] -Preach, I got more supplies out back.
-All right. -I'll take that.
Take the top one? Okay.
What's the ETA on Curtis and the guys?
Well, last I heard, they were heading over to Big Lagoon, tracking a massive elk.
Curtis says they should be in by lunch.
All right, good.
How big's the party this year?
I'd say five, give or take.
All right, well, I was thinking,
these guys usually spend more on one meal than we make in a week.
Yeah! Ain't that the truth?
And since you're the one who brought in Curtis' business,
it's only fair that you should take 50% of whatever we bring in.
Huh.
Oh, unless 50% is not enough?
No. No, I'm just, uh, I'm surprised. Doesn't that put you in a bind?
No. No, the bar's having a solid month.
Okay.
And I think we should sit down and talk about that partnership thing.
Just map out what that might look like.
Yeah, yeah, if that's something you're open to.
Yeah. I think it could be good for the both of us.
[Brady sighs]
I was not expecting this.
-[Brie] What did you expect? -[Brady] That you wouldn't return my text.
Yeah. Sorry about the other night. I just had to get out of there.
[inhales sharply] It had nothing to do with you.
Then I was… I was gonna call you, and then it just felt awkward, and--
[Brady] Hey.
You don't need to explain yourself.
It's cool. I'm just, uh…
I'm glad we got together. [chuckles]
Um, can I ask you a question?
Shoot.
I don't picture you as the suit and tie kinda guy.
Yeah. I had a meeting with a loan officer.
It was for my company.
Oh. How'd it go?
[inhales] Not great.
I have a bunch of trees that can't be logged,
so I need to make up for the loss.
But apparently, I don't have the capital to secure a loan.
-What are you gonna do? -I don't know.
They said I should look for a co-signer, but that's easier said than done.
Well, if I had the money, I would co-sign you.
-You would? -[chuckles] Yeah.
And this is based off of what information?
Well, I mean, you seem like a good guy.
-Uh-huh. -And you're very competent in bed.
Whoa, back up.
-"Competent"? -[Brie laughs]
Is that your attempt at a compliment?
Okay, I'm sorry.
How about, um, proficient?
-Proficient? -Or capable.
And you have excellent abs.
Remind me never to use you as a reference.
[Brie chuckles]
So, what made you choose, uh, family medicine?
My mom was a surgeon.
I wanted to follow in her footsteps, but I'm a people person.
And, I mean, as you both know,
when you're a surgeon, your patients are mostly unconscious.
[Doc chuckles]
But I do have to ask you,
why leave a prestigious post at Johns Hopkins?
I'm tired of assembly-line medicine.
I wanna create an intimate, holistic experience
at an independently owned practice.
Solid. Solid answer.
[Doc sighs]
Would you, uh, like to see the place?
Very much so.
Good. Mel, you wanna show Dr. Hansen the clinic?
Sounds good. We can start in the exam room.
-Okay. -All right.
[sighs softly]
Awesome. Thank you.
Hey, Grandma.
Hey, I brought you a snack.
Oh. Awesome. Thank you. Did you see Lizzie?
I did. We had a nice chat.
Oh. What'd she say?
That she's really enjoying our shower.
Sorry. I know it's kind of a lot.
I'm really happy to have her, but only temporarily.
Hm. Well, how temporary?
I think you should talk to Lizzie. Help her find a way back to Connie.
Well, you could talk to her.
Ricky… [sighs]
…if you're gonna be in an adult relationship,
then you have to be able to handle conflict like an adult.
[sighs] So that's a no. Okay.
Thanks.
Hey, Allison. Two usuals at my table, please. Thank you.
So, Charmaine tells me you're an ex-marine.
No "ex".
Huh?
In the marines. There's no "ex".
Oh. Like, uh, fraternities?
I got you. Sorry about that.
-Thanks. -[Todd] Lagavulin.
-Distiller's edition. -[Jack] Ah.
This scotch is actually finished in sherry casks.
Yeah, I'm aware.
Oh, so you can appreciate a good scotch.
Well, I own a bar, so I've had my fair share.
Well, collecting rare scotches is actually a hobby of mine.
In fact, I just bought an 1824 M series single malt Macallan.
-Guess what I paid for it? -Four grand.
-[Todd] Good guess. -Well, it's not a guess.
I'm impressed.
[Todd] A toast.
[Jack] To?
To you.
Becoming a father. Twice.
Listen, I know Charmaine pushed you to come.
It's important to her that we get along.
Actually,
there's something I wanted to offer you, face-to-face.
All right.
I want you to understand.
I love Charmaine, and I would do anything to make her happy.
Well, I'm…
-I'm sincerely happy for the both of you. -That's good to hear.
If I were you, I'd be relieved she found someone to take care of her,
so you don't have to.
I'm perfectly capable of supporting her and the twins.
Yeah, I'm sure you are.
But I'm offering you a free pass.
Look, Charmaine and I talked about it, and we both think it's best for everyone
if I were to legally adopt the twins.
I'm sorry, did you just--
You say you wanna adopt my kids?
Just hear me out. It's the cleanest way for everyone involved.
There's no dragging 'em back and forth. No real dad versus stepdad.
And I'll foot the bill.
Hell,
think of the cash you'll save by not having to pay for college.
Come on, man.
It's a win-win.
And you don't… think it would be psychologically damaging for them
to grow up wondering why I abandoned them?
Not if we don't tell them.
The fact that you would even consider starting a relationship with my children
by lying to them.
Oh, and don't think for one second that I would ever give them up
for a little extra cash.
They're not for sale.
[mutters quietly]
Thank you so much for coming in today.
It was my pleasure. I look forward to hearing from you both.
Absolutely.
[sighs]
[door opens]
So, what'd you think of Dr. Hansen?
-Oh, I liked her. -[Mel] Yeah?
Even her holistic approach?
Yeah, I think she'll be a excellent doctor for Virgin River.
Oh. Great.
I mean, I completely agree.
Well, if you do decide to hire her, I just…
I was thinking maybe you should bring her in gradually.
-Two, three times a week till-- -I don't think that's necessary.
I think it would make the transition smoother if she--
[sighs] I just-- I can't do this anymore.
What? I don't understand. You just--
Please, no more questions.
-Doc, what's going on? -[sighs]
I'm retiring.
What?
-Should I come back later? -No, no. Uh, Bert, just follow me.
-Is everything okay around here? -Uh, yeah. It's business as usual.
-Hey! -Hi!
Are you picking up those pies Preacher ordered?
Yeah. And, uh, I need to talk to you too.
Okay.
But if you're busy, I can come back later.
-There's no one else here. [laughs] -Right.
Actually, I wanted to talk to you about something,
but I didn't wanna say anything around Lydie.
Oh, uh, okay. Go ahead.
-You go first. -[chuckles nervously] Okay, well…
Um…
I've been talking to my Grandma, and she thinks… she thinks that--
Just say it, weirdo.
She thinks you should work things out with Connie.
She doesn't want me to stay?
No, it's just that she thinks that family is important--
I get it.
-Really? -Uh-huh.
I think we should get our own place.
We… [chuckles nervously] …we should what?
We could get an apartment, maybe rent a house?
A cute little cabin with a big fireplace? [chuckles]
I… I don't think I could do that.
If it's about money, my dad's still supporting me.
And I've saved up 'cause there's nothing to do around here.
Moving in together is a really big step.
You don't wanna live with me?
Like I said, it's a really big step.
[bell dings]
-You know what? Forget I said anything. -Wait… [sighs]
[Preacher] It's all fresh, and it's tasty.
-[Preacher] Hey! -Hey.
Coconut curry soup?
That sounds good. I'll take that to go.
-Is Jack in-- -Yeah.
Thanks.
Hey.
[groans]
-[Jack] Uh-oh. What's wrong? -Doc is retiring.
-What? -[Mel] Yeah.
-Why would he do that? -I don't know!
Bert came in and interrupted us.
I was just-- I literally had no idea that he was even considering retiring.
Maybe it's just talk.
No! He's interviewing doctors to replace him.
[Jack] Oh.
Yeah.
Well, then, I guess he's serious.
You know, it-- [inhales sharply]
The fact that he's retiring isn't the issue.
It's that I thought we had gotten close enough
to talk about these things, and I'm just, you know,
I'm disappointed that he doesn't feel the same way.
I mean, look, we both know Doc's a very private person.
I'm sure this has nothing to do with how he feels about you.
Yeah.
You're probably right. [groans]
-You want me to talk to him? -Oh God, no.
No, don't say anything to him.
No. I'm just-- [grunts]
I'm gonna tell him he caught me off-guard, and I want what's best for him.
Thanks for your help.
Well, I didn't really do anything.
You let me talk it out.
Oh, by the way,
I'm gonna go out for drinks with Brie after work.
Oh. Well, good. I'm glad you guys are getting along.
Mm-hmm.
Just call me if you guys need a ride home.
Okay, great. Thanks.
-Have fun with your party. -Thank you.
[horse whinnies]
Hi.
[locks click]
Hey, Doc. Everything okay?
-Yeah, I was in the neighborhood. -Oh. Uh, just a sec.
Just put Chloe down.
Oh. She being fussy?
Keeps me on my toes.
[Doc chuckles]
Uh, is this about Hope? Please tell me she's okay.
No, she's fine. I just wanted to drop by and see how you were doing.
-Oh. -I haven't seen you in a while.
We saw each other at Jack's yesterday.
I meant at the clinic.
Oh. Right. Well, um, I've been really busy.
I just figured maybe we can make an appointment.
It's been a while since you've had your blood work done, and, you know…
Did Mel tell you?
About what?
That I have cancer.
You have cancer?
-[Lilly] You didn't know that? -No, I had no idea.
Tara mentioned that you had been feeling a little low.
Now, tell me,
what is the diagnosis?
Pancreatic. Stage 4.
I told Mel in confidence.
No, I promise you.
She never said a word.
Okay.
-Lilly, I'm so sorry. -[sighs]
Now, I assume you have an oncologist.
Yeah. Over in Grace Valley.
Okay. Now, who is it?
If you're not happy, I have an in at the MD Anderson Center--
Actually, um,
I'm choosing palliative care.
I don't want the people I love to have to watch me suffer.
No, no, of course.
But have you considered vaccine therapy?
No, Doc. I have to do this my way.
I can understand that.
[Lilly breathes deeply]
Lilly, I want you to know
you're not alone.
-Okay. -Hope and I, we love you.
Please don't say anything to Hope. Okay? I don't want her to cut her trip short.
Lilly, you're her best friend. She'd wanna be here to help you.
No, I think it's better if I tell her myself!
You know Hope. She wouldn't want you to wait.
[sobs] I'm just not ready for any of this.
[sobs]
[sobs uncontrollably]
Oh, I'm so sorry.
[Lilly sobs]
-What time is it? -Hm. After five.
-[Brady sighs] -Oh, I should go.
Mel's meeting me at Jack's.
Yeah. I'll, uh… [kisses]
I can give you a ride. Just give me a minute, huh?
[Brie sighs]
Hey.
You're still in bed.
Yeah, well, I was thinking we still have some time, so…
Uh-huh?
If you're not too tired?
Do I look too tired?
-Wow! Look at this. -[Preacher] Hey, you finally made it!
Sorry we're late.
-Don't worry about it. It's all good. -Nice.
What you got for us this time?
-Man, we have got locally caught halibut. -Nice.
Fresh Dungeness crab. Plus the finest Kobe beef from Hyōgo Prefecture.
-Did you get the Chateau de Beaucastel? -Yeah. I got a whole case in the back.
Sounds like we're gonna be here all night.
[men laugh]
Yeah. So, hey, listen, fellas. Let me get you started with some drinks.
-All right? Okay. -Thank you.
[laughing]
Love this place.
It's perfect.
[background chatter]
[men laughing]
[phone rings out]
[phone ringing]
[ringing continues]
-[phone beeps] -[laughter through phone]
-Hello? -[Preacher] Hey, Connie.
-Can I talk to Christopher? -Oh, yeah, sure.
-It's for you. -Oh.
-Hello? -Hey, buddy.
Preach! I worked on my lines in the car on the way back from camp.
[chuckles] Oh, wow. That is awesome.
When are you coming home?
Yeah, it's, uh… Listen, it's gonna be a-- It's gonna be a late one.
So, you know, Connie's gonna put you to bed.
But you said we'd practice tonight.
Yeah, I know, and I am really sorry, but I've got
an important table, and they came in late, so, it's just--
You lied.
Hey. Christopher. I didn't--
I didn't lie.
Sometimes things happen that are out of our control.
Christopher?
What?
You know I'd be home if I could.
[phone beeps]
[men laughing]
[sighs]
Honestly, it looked like it exploded, like, right there. It was brutal.
Promise me you won't tell Hope.
Well, if that's what you want, I will respect your wishes.
Thank you.
But, you know, with terminal illness,
I think you… you need to consider both sides.
What do you mean?
Look at it this way. I mean,
you'll be giving the people you love time.
Time to process your illness, to express their feelings.
-[car approaches] -To say goodbye.
So there will be no regrets after you go.
God.
Hey, Doc!
Hey, Tara.
Oh, you should stay for dinner. We have plenty.
I'll leave you two alone.
I'd like you to stay in case there's questions.
Well, yeah. Do you wanna talk inside?
[Lilly hesitates] I'll lose my nerve.
What's wrong?
[shakily] Uh, Tara…
-Mom, what's going on? -[Lilly] I--
[sighs softly] I have cancer.
[slowly] Okay. Uh…
Well, how bad is it?
Pancreatic. Stage 4.
Oh.
Um…
Okay.
Well, how soon can you start chemo?
My illness is terminal. There's nothing they can do for me at this point.
No, there's something they can do.
There's something they can do. Doc?
A clinical trial?
Pancreatic is one of the more aggressive types of cancer.
At this late stage, it's inoperable.
And I just wanna spend whatever time I have left with you and Chloe.
But you look normal.
I haven't been feeling that well lately.
Yeah, but I thought Chloe and I were tiring you out.
[moans softly]
-I should've done more. -No, don't.
-I should've helped more. -Don't! This is not your fault.
Oh my God. I'm so sorry I'm putting you through this.
[Tara sniffles]
I'm sorry this is happening to you.
Whatever you need, I will take care of it, okay?
[quietly] Oh God.
I just-- I don't want you to keep changing your life on my account.
Oh, I don't care about me.
I'm worried about you.
I love you so much.
I love you too, sweetheart. I'm so sorry.
[Lilly] I'm so sorry.
[Tara sniffles]
[Lilly] It's okay.
-[Tara cries] -Yeah, it's okay.
-[Tara sobs] -Oh my God.
-[Tara sobs] -It's okay, baby.
-[sighs] -[cell phone ringing]
-Hello, Julia. -Hello.
So how'd the interview go with Dr. Hansen?
Uh, very, very well, thanks.
-Yeah. -That's great.
She has another offer, but, lucky for you, she wants to come to Virgin River.
[Doc] Oh, I see.
Um…
Well… [sighs]
…just give me some more time to consider my options.
Unfortunately, you're going to need to decide by tomorrow,
or you're gonna lose her.
No, I can't. I cannot make a decision that quickly.
[Julia] I'm sorry, Vernon,
but this case, it requires a quick turnaround.
[Julia] Goodbye, Vernon.
[sighs]
More, more. [laughs]
-I'll get you some more. -You killed that one.
They're eating food faster than you can make it!
Yeah, and drinking like fish. Lucky we got another case of Beaucastel in the back.
It's gonna be a hefty bill.
Yeah, and they don't seem to care.
-What are you gonna do with your share? -I don't know.
Thinking about taking Christopher somewhere. Maybe Disneyland.
Uh-huh, that'll be nice.
Yeah, he's been having a tough time, so he could use some good news.
Well, how much longer till Paige is back?
Hey, Doc. I got some fresh rainbow trout.
-I'll take it. -[Preacher] All right!
Hey.
[sighs]
For someone on the brink of retirement, you don't look too happy.
What was that?
I heard you're retiring.
Yeah? Where'd you hear that?
Mel.
[Doc] Ah. I see.
Well, for your information,
that piece of news?
That was given to her in confidence.
Don't blame Mel. She was hurt, and she wanted some advice.
I don't care. My business is a private matter.
She had no right discussing this with anyone, anyone, outside of my office.
All right, be reasonable here.
I'm sure this wasn't your intention, but she felt sucker-punched.
You know what?
I didn't come here to get lectured on how I should run my practice.
And you just let Preacher know, cancel my order.
Hey. What's wrong?
I don't know. Why don't you ask your boyfriend?
Whoa. What happened?
Come here.
I told him you're upset he sprung his retirement on you.
Oh God. I told you not to say anything.
I know, but I protect the people I love. I'm sorry.
You're making it really hard for me to stay mad at you right now.
-Then don't be. -Uh-uh.
Fine, just don't say anything else to him.
Okay. I won't.
But just so you know, in the future, if anybody ever hurts you in any way,
I'm not gonna keep my mouth shut.
-Jack. -I'm sorry. It's who I am.
Yes, I know that, and as I have said on numerous occasions,
I am a woman who can fight her own battles.
-I know. -Okay?
This is gonna be interesting, isn't it?
Yes.
[men laughing]
[Mel chuckles]
Well, lucky for you, I can't go back and forth on this now
'cause I gotta go get Brie.
All right. I think she's upstairs.
Okay.
By the way, you look really beautiful.
Thank you.
-Hey, cancel Doc's fish, will ya? -Copy that.
Those guys still eating?
Yeah. Curtis and the guys want sandwiches for later.
Throw one on for you?
Oh man, that sounds really good.
There you go.
[tense music playing]
[rapid heartbeat]
[door creaking]
[groans]
[Mel] Hey, Brie?
[knocking at door] It's Mel.
[drowsily] Hi. Sorry. I must've fallen asleep. [chuckles]
-Oh. -Come in.
[Mel] Yeah, no problem.
[Brie grunts]
[Brie chuckles] Aw.
What?
Oh, nothing. I just haven't seen a waterfall braid since Mandy.
-Oh, who's Mandy? -Jack's ex-wife. [chuckles]
[Brie] Oh, you didn't know about her?
No.
-[Brie] Oh. -No, I didn't. [sighs]
I am so sorry. Jack is gonna kill me when he finds out I told you.
[hesitates] It's okay. I won't say anything.
[sighs] That would be great.
[groans]
[Brie whimpers]
-Are you okay? -Mm.
We don't have to go out.
Yeah, I'm fine. [chuckles]
Okay, 'cause you look a little pale.
-I'm ready. [chuckles] -Okay.
All right.
Oh. You know what? I forgot my purse.
Oh my God, Brie!
Brie? Brie?
Can you hear me? ? I forgot my purse.