Beyond The Gates Transcript
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[banging on door] Dani? Are you here? Dani? Hey. Hey, hey. Hey. Hey, it’s me. Hey, get up. [moans] Oh, lord… Hey, it’s okay. It’s okay. He’s so good at capturing people’s perfect moments. We’re so lucky to have him here. Right? Oh, man. This is a good close-up of you. It shows your warmth, your strength, your elegance. We should blow it up, frame it. You are so sweet. Mm, mm, mm. Your smothered pork chops are still my fave. It wasn’t Orphe Gene’s good, but… They were your good. Besides, we don’t need to spend money going out. Wasn’t thinking about money. I was thinking about risk. Risk? You’ve met all the Duprees now. If we were seen out together, it could get back to Ted that you are his daughter. That particular revelation ought to wait. So you’re not letting the Ted thing go? Of course not. He wants to act like you and I didn’t exist. But once I put the truth to his snobby social circle, then– hmm– he won’t be able to pretend like we are invisible. You know what, Mama? I recorded that show you said you liked. Let’s watch it. I would have exposed him at the awards ceremony if he hadn’t gotten me thrown out.
You don’t know he did that.
Of course he did. And it was so like him to have that flunky party manager do his dirty work. [scoffs] [applause] I want to thank you for alerting me to the issues with that server. It’s been handled. Thank you. Maybe he just didn’t want you to ruin Nicole’s big night. But I guess he can’t hold you back forever. You got that right. Don’t act like you didn’t hear me. This is done. We are done. Okay, so the waitstaff embarrasses you at the country club, and you what? Hmm? You want to just give up on our days-old marriage? Don’t belittle me, Bill. You’re making my feelings sound ridiculous when I know they’re not. I didn’t intend to do that, baby, I just don’t get where all this is coming from, okay? If I can understand it, then maybe I can help fix it. I’m not just talking about today. I realize that. But isn’t the worst behind us? We endured divorce scandal. We even got held at gunpoint at our own wedding. It seems to me that the bad part is over. For you, maybe. When you go to the office, show up in court, or appear at the club, you’re respected. I was naive enough to think that the respect people gave you would be extended to me once we got married. But it isn’t, and probably never will be. Am I supposed to just put up with the mockery and disrespect for the rest of my life? I’m not sure that I can. [phone buzzes] Hey, babe. Uh, everything okay? Need something? I’ve got a special surprise for you, and I don’t want you to miss it. What kind of surprise? I borrowed your kitchen, and I’m making my firehouse’s blue ribbon lasagna. After all this time together, you never said there were lasagna contests or that your firehouse had a blue ribbon in baking them. But please, I don’t think you should overdo it, okay? Cooking isn’t nothing, you know? There’s a lot of bending and-and carrying and stuff. Derek, you just got released from the hospital. Well, maybe I’ll collapse from exhaustion and you’ll have to give me mouth-to-mouth, hmm? [both chuckle] You are so crazy. Okay, I promise I’ll be there on time. [laughs] [sighs] This video is incredible. It’s amazing. You’re amazing. Andre, were you about to kiss me? [sighs] Here, take this ibuprofen, and you’re gonna want to drink the whole glass, all right? Mm-hmm. I see a mammoth hangover in your future. I don’t usually drink that much. What? Dani, I’ve seen you knock back a few. Not to the point of passing out. I guess I forgot to keep track of how much I was drinking. Ha-ha. Dani, I’m not playing. You could have been seriously hurt. You could’ve hit your head. You could’ve choked. A million things.
If you hadn’t called me by–
But I did. And now we’ve established even Dani Depree has her limits. Lesson learned. I hope so. So, want another blanket? Arms are better. Mm. [chuckles] All right. Come here. Do me a favor? Depends. Can you not tell anyone you found me like this? My family would probably get all bent out of shape and call an intervention or something. Yeah, you got it. Besides, I don’t feel like explaining why I was here anyway.
Thank you.
Mm-hmm. I’ll be better behaved in the future. Ease up, now. There’s no need in going all out. Now, you could slow your roll on the booze, but, uh, keep the misbehaving coming, hmm? What would I do without you, my once-in-a-while man? All right, I’m gonna let you get some sleep. Andre. Yeah? Don’t go yet. Please. Yeah. You’re the tough-as-nails woman that not only stands up to me, but you went straight to Dany’s lair and you read her the Riot Act. Now where’s that woman, hmm? My fire-breathing dragon of a wife? [sighs] She’s right here. You’re exhausted. Disappointed. Look, maybe you shouldn’t have given me a glimpse of what life with just the two of us alone and happy could be. We got to shut out the world on our honeymoon with just you and me alone. I could get lost in that. I liked that. Then let’s keep doing that. How? When, the minute we got back, the Duprees and their minions were at it again. Taunting me, trying to get an edge. It’s like their team sport. “Who can break Hayley?” Yeah, and the crazy thing is, they absolutely love it. Well, just… I don’t know, ignore them, okay? Just ignore Dani. You say that like it’s doable. She infiltrated our home. She managed to get every server in the club to humiliate me before she was even in the room. And no matter how many times she pulls one of her stunts, you promise it’s the last. Okay, if you would just let me retaliate– You have. You know, I’m beginning to think that you enjoy this just as much as she enjoys torturing me. I’m the only one not having fun at this tennis match. Okay, okay, okay. If she’s so impossible to ignore and you won’t let me act against her, then what can I do? Give me the life you promised me from the beginning. The idyllic picture you painted when you proposed. Was that some sales pitch to hook me? Of course not, baby. Because if it is, Bill, I have some decisions to make. [scoffs] [sighs] So, what do you say? Want to watch the show? We don’t have time for that. What we need to do is figure out how to use the fact that you’re working in Nicole and Ted’s house. Did I tell you I had another run-in with her daughter Kat? [scoffs] You’ll love this. So I was at the club, running an errand for Nicole, and Kat was having breakfast with this guy she’s been seeing. His name is Tomas. And on the way out, I spoke to him, sort of flirty-like. And Kat got really upset. I can’t believe how easy she gets triggered. Tell me more about this guy. Well, I don’t know much about him, but he’s really cute, though. Confident. Seems smart. Ooh, and he’s a lawyer.
I see.
Mm-hmm. Well, he sounds like a creeper to me, little girl. Keep your distance. Stay clear. What’s crazy is that I was on this amazing creative roll. I-I’d had this brilliant idea– thank you– about styling this vintage dress that Chelsea’s going to be modeling. How I– how I could contrast it with Afrofuturist hair and makeup. That’s fire. You know, you really have an artist’s eye, Dani. So you see why I was in the mood to celebrate. Nice try, but, uh… “Still Life with Dani and Vodka Bottle” was not a celebration. Clearly, I should have waited for you to get here. We might’ve had a better time. Yeah… What is this? Maybe the second time things haven’t gone as planned for us? [chuckles] “Second.” Uh, let’s try every time, all the time. Is that good or bad? It is what it is. Hmm? Well, listen, this is what I need your best event to be, Dani: Taking care of yourself, and I mean that. Okay, Coach. You need rest, all right? Real rest. And not the kind that you get at the bottom of a vodka bottle. So you’re gonna lie down, close your eyes and, uh, I’m gonna put on some smooth tunes. And then you’ll slip away under the cover of night? [chuckles] Yeah, I’m gonna be sitting right here, using my artist’s eye to imagine you naked. Knock yourself out. All right. Come on, I got you. [sighs] [sighs] Why would you say Tomas is a creeper? Whatever that is. You’ve never even seen him. And why do I have to stay away from him? Don’t be rude to the guy. Just don’t let it go any further. Further than “hello”? Because that’s as far as we got. You flirted enough to tweak Kat. Oh, now you care about her feelings? [laughs] Ugh. I don’t. But… we don’t want her to be annoyed, okay? She’s an entitled little princess that can possibly get you fired. So… I hate having to tiptoe around her. I know, but we need you inside the house, honey. Come on. Let sleeping Kats lie. [laughs] What we need is an event. Oh, my gosh, Mama, I just organized one. Oh, I know, honey, and you were so good at it. But this one has to be about Ted, okay? Since you thought that, uh, Nicole’s was the wrong occasion, this event has to be something that when the truth comes out, Ted will spit nails. He will throw a fit.
He will–
Okay, okay, I get it. But there’s nothing like that on the calendar. Mm. Oh. [chuckles] I know what we can do. We? You mean me, don’t you? Okay, yes, you, little girl, you. You’re gonna do it, and you’re gonna do it great.
My favorite picture.
[laughing]
Hey, there, nephew.
What’s good, Uncle Ted? We’re just going through the pictures you took at the awards ceremony. They are phenomenal.
Ah, thank you.
[pager beeping] Eh, they always pull on their stitches. Let me go check on this patient. Andre, thanks once again. If you came to follow up on our conversation from yesterday, I get no one likes unsolicited advice. It’s no worries, Aunt Nicole. Promise. Plus, I’ve been known to give my own unsolicited advice from time to time. I hope you know I didn’t mean to offend. No worries. Really. And you know I love you, don’t you? Of course I do. What, are you worried about what I told you about Ashley? [sighs] Let’s just put it this way… I have no doubt that you will make a lucky woman
a wonderful partner…
Mm-hmm. …when you are ready to settle down. In fact, I will happily dance at your wedding. Mm. Okay.
If I live that long.
[laughs] Hey, I’ll hold you to that. And in the meantime, you don’t have to worry about me and Ashley. She has zero romantic interest in me. Derek, it smells absolutely amazing in here. I’m glad you approve.
Lasagna’s almost done.
And the table. Oh, it’s so cute. I’ll get the wine glasses. I was right. You overdid it, didn’t you? It’s nothing, really. I’m just.. Maybe you wouldn’t mind just… Ooh. It’s really knotted up right here. You know what? You better sit down so I can get a better angle. All right. That feels amazing. Other side.
How’s this feel?
Like heaven. You know, I-I’ve been having a lot of tension in my jaw, too.
Your jaw?
Mm-hmm. I’ve never given a jaw massage before. I may have to come around front for that. Well, there’s plenty of room. You can sit right here. Like this? Mm. Exactly like that. I think you’re okay now. I think I’d be better if we did this. What about this incredible-smelling dinner I rushed home for?
What about it?
[laughs]
[phone buzzes]
That’s work. Uh– I thought you were on medical leave. I am, but this is an all-hands-on-deck situation. Five-alarm blaze downtown. That relic of a hotel. No, Derek, you were just hurt. That’s what firefighters do, baby. I’ll be back as soon as I can, okay? Ted and Nicole’s wedding anniversary’s coming up. How in the world do you know that? [chuckles] Some things are just seared into your brain. Back then, Ted and I were a thing, and he canceled on me. Later on, I found out that he went to dinner with Nicole to celebrate their anniversary. What a better reason to have a party? Mmm. [chuckles] I’m actually glad Ted stopped me from interrupting Nicole’s award ceremony. This is a much better fit for what I’m going to do. Which is…? Which is… when the two of them are gushing about their perfect, legendary love affair, then boom, I’ll blow it up. Hate to burst your bubble, Mama, but Ted and Nicole don’t have a party planned. All Nicole said was that their anniversary was coming up and to keep her schedule free in case they want to go to dinner or something. Mm. Aww. Well, see, honey, that is where you’ll come in, okay? So all you need to do is just suggest that they have a big bash. That would be weird.
Why?
Because I’m only an assistant. It’d be way off for me to be all in their personal events. Hmm. You never had a problem being persuasive before. That’s not what it’s feeling like.
What’s that supposed to mean?
Nothing. Forget it. If Ted and Nicole don’t take the bait, then you have to go to Martin and Kat and suggest to them that they throw a surprise party for their parents. I’d rather run through fire barefoot than to talk to Kat. Besides, she’ll never listen to me. Why are you shooting down all my ideas? I have good ideas. They’re really good ideas, Eva. I know you do, Mama, but I’m not sure I’m ready for all this. Nicole’s smart. She’ll know if I’m trying to manipulate her, and then she might resist even harder. Look, I just don’t want to disappoint you. I’ve never known you to be a coward. I’m just trying to be smart about all this. Well… if I am not worried about you taking on the task, then you shouldn’t be worried about you. Oh, come on, honey. I know you can pull it off. I know it. Ashley has no interest in you. That must feel… different. Yeah, she completely shut me down. And straight up, she had every right. I think we’re better as friends. That is very mature of you, Andre. Yeah, I do have my adult moments. [Nicole laughs] [sighs] And because I do, I really hope you might hear me out about this next subject. What’s that?
It’s your sister.
What did she do now? No, I don’t mean it– I don’t mean it like that. Listen, I happened to run into her tonight, and she seemed down. Really? I just saw her at breakfast. She was fine. And she was wonderful at the ceremony. Best emcee ever. She should be riding high from that. You’d think. Look, I don’t want it to get back to her, what I’m about to say. But I know from experience… …that when a crisis has passed, and… …the worst is supposedly over, when everyone thinks that you’re okay and you’ve moved on, that is when it can be the loneliest. Dani? Lonely? That never really occurred to me. You surprise me sometimes, Andre. With all of your mystique and charm, you can be a very insightful young man. Look, I don’t know about all that, but what I do know is that you are a good sister. And it seems that Dani could really use your support right now. [sighs] [chuckles] Is somebody here? I thought I heard the doorbell. What is all this? Well, the doorbell ringing is our dinner being delivered. This is my way of letting you know that our honeymoon is by no means over. This is just my small, humble way of saying thank you.
For what, exactly?
For being honest with me. You were sincere and forthright. You opened my eyes to see how much you’ve been struggling in these early days of our marriage. Okay. That’s a pretty good start.
Mm.
Go on. Well, you feel let down. I promised you the moon and I barely launched the rocket. And nothing went the way that we planned. Not our wedding, our short-circuited honeymoon. And if it weren’t for my work, we’d still be in Italy right now. So, tonight, my love, we are in Ischia. An island so beautiful and remote, no one can find us. Mm. [romantic music playing] Oh, Bill. This is one of the songs from the outdoor performance you took me to.
Yeah. So you recognize it?
Oh, my God. Babe, you have an amazing ear. Among other wonderful qualities. That concert was unforgettable. Babe, this is so beautiful, so thoughtful. You must have gone through an extraordinary amount of trouble. See, that’s where you’re wrong, Hayley. Because this was no trouble for me. You know why? Because spending time with you is the best and most exciting part of my life. Okay? And I want you to know that. I’ll admit that, lately, it…
hasn’t felt like that.
I know, I know, I know. And I’m sorry. I just get caught up with work, other distractions. But I want to make it abundantly clear that… …you’re where my heart is, baby. You really are. And if that hasn’t been evident until now, it will be tonight and from now on, okay?
Um… okay.
Okay? Why don’t you come over here, have a seat?
Okay. Okay.
Mm-hmm. Because tonight I am going to prepare for you the best linguine tutto mare this side of the Big Boot.
Oh… Mm.
[chuckles] [affectionate grunting]
Thanks, Mom.
Mm-hmm. I could really use the company.
[door closes]
So Derek’s out on a call? Yeah, he officially has recovered from his concussion. But I still don’t think it’s fair that they’re making him go back into work so soon. I think you got used to doting on him when he was in the hospital. That, but I’m mostly bummed because tonight was supposed to be him doting on me. Is that why there’s enough lasagna for an entire firehouse? Well, you know Derek. Big gestures. [laughs] Ah. What’s, uh, what’s this? Uh, it’s a gift from Andre to commemorate
my first week on the job.
Mm. Well, I’m guessing this good-looking guy must be the Andre? Man of the elevator. Partner in the famed baby delivery. Yeah, that very Andre. So where’s he been? I’ve met most of your friends, but not him. Well, he’s Dr. Richardson’s nephew. Oh, right. And he’s not around a lot because of work. Though, after we delivered that baby together, something changed. I think we moved into the friend zone now…? Well, it’s a really thoughtful gift. It was. Would you like to have it? [chuckles] Why would you want to give it away? It’s such a personal present. I don’t know. I feel kind of funny about it. Because of Derek?
Yeah.
Well, Derek wouldn’t be threatened by a photo, would he? I mean, there’s nothing romantic between you and this young man, is there? Is there? Not until the other night.
What happened?
Andre… …almost kissed me. I really love having Andre around again. It has been a pleasure getting to see so much of him. But I do have to admit, I also really love the photos of his vacations from around the world. I think I live a little vicariously through him. We can take our own. We have an anniversary coming up. So, where’d you like to go? I’ve always wanted to see St. Barts.
Mm.
You? What do you want to see? Bahia? Ghana? Cape Town? It’s a secret. I can’t tell you. It’s always been a dream. Ted, there’s nothing you can say to me that will turn me off. Well, I thought it would always be cool to visit every Major League Baseball field, in one trip. For our anniversary? You think that’s a romantic vacation? You made me tell you. Ted, I love you to death. But if you think you are going to drag me from city to city to sit on hard wooden bleachers, drink beer and eat hot dogs, forget it. When was the last time you’ve been to a baseball game? Now every stadium has been renovated. They have gourmet food, and they have padded seats. You’re not kidding about this, are you? You’re serious. You want to do this. [laughs] The look on your face. [laughter]
Nicole: You are terrible. Just terrible. Eva. What are you doing here so late? I-I’m so sorry. I didn’t mean to intrude. [groans] I don’t see the danger of being friends. And as for that moment–
Where he almost crossed the line.
But he didn’t. And that’s what’s important. Did you tell Derek what happened? No. I don’t want things to be any more awkward than they already are. Andre feels bad. I mean, he apologized. I’m just really scared things are going to be weird between us now. Well, it sounds like a misunderstanding. As long as you think he’ll be more respectful going forward, then things will probably get back to normal. I really hope you’re right. I like Andre. He’s… interesting and he’s fun, and… …the truth… is that if we weren’t in each other’s orbit, I’d… miss him. [chuckles] I got Kat’s dress cleaned and wanted to get it back into her closet ASAP. Um, I ran into Andre on his way out. Otherwise, I’d have rung the bell. Oh, that’s fine. Ted here, the love of my life,
most of the time… [laughs]
Hey. …was spinning a grand plan to whisk me away for our anniversary for two weeks of Major League Baseball and all of the chili dogs that I can stand. I spare no expense on my beloved. We’re kidding.
Oh.
[laughter] Honestly, this time of the year is really busy for me. I wouldn’t be able to get away. What about if I switch to a WNBA game? Now, that’s a little more promising. But still no. We’ll have to plan our trip for a little later on in the year. You may not have time for a trip, but you can still celebrate your anniversary. Not many people stay married as long as you guys.
You’re right about that.
EVA: Mm-hmm. It’s not easy being married to me. Hey, you said it, not me. [laughter] Maybe I can make dinner reservations for you or help set up a little party.
Now, that sounds great.
Careful, Eva. Ted’s idea of a little party may be very different than yours. I would hate for you to take on more than you can handle. Nonsense. She did a great job with your award celebration. Hey, if the two of you want to put your heads together, far be it from me to stop you.
I’d love to help.
TED: Thank you, Eva. We appreciate you. I’ll put Kat’s dress upstairs where I got it. Mm. That was… How do they put it? A gastronomic delight. Mwah. Well, I hope you saved room for dessert because I ordered the most delicious tiramisu. Bill, uh, dinner was beautiful, and this was all very romantic, but it doesn’t mean we’ve talked about our real issues. We don’t need to, because we don’t have any underlying problems. But we do. Okay, look, I heard everything you said earlier, babe. I really did. Our neighbors are unsupportive. The Duprees are a collective pain in the ass. But like you said before, when we’re alone together and we get lost in one another, none of that outside mess matters. Okay, and what’s your solution? Schedule more alone time. A lot more. And that’ll be easy, because there’s no place I’d rather be than alone with you. Oh. You’re a sweet talker, Bill Hamilton. I’ll give you that. Well, maybe, but I put my money where my mouth is.
You did not.
I did, too. But how? [chuckles] At the concert. Remember when I went to get us gelato? You said the line was really long, Bill. I know. Just a white lie. [gasps] Oh, wow. These are stunning. And the ones I was admiring.
You do listen to me.
Of course I do. I just feel really awful. [groans] No one’s ever treated me the way you do, and I don’t want to seem ungrateful.
Thank you.
[chuckles] Do you see, that smile right there? That’s all the thanks I need. Well, I think I can do a little better than a smile.
Hmm.
Uh-huh. Hmm.
Yes.
[chuckles]
[kissing]
Mmm. Mmm, mmm, mmm. Well, I will tell the chef that the lasagna was a hit and to keep it on the menu. And please, please take leftovers. You could feed the entire block. Hey, Ash, where do you keep the scouring pads? [sighs] [sighs]
You were right, Bill.
About what, baby? I am strong enough to fight for us. And you are so worth the fight. I can’t let myself forget that. Well, you never have to fight alone, you know. Not anymore. That part of your life ended the day we fell in love, Mrs. Hamilton. You stand tall, okay? And I’ll be right beside you every step of the way. Look at this one of Mother and Daddy. How they look at each other after all of these years. All that love and affection in their eyes. That’s relationship goals right there. All we have to do is just follow in their footsteps. Now, that is a beautiful notion, my love. Oh. So… what happened? Did you do what I said? Did you plant the idea of the party with Ted and Nicole?
Yeah.
And? They want to do it. [squeals] Perfect. [laughs] Oh, my goodness. Okay, so you do all the planning, and I will bring the fireworks. [laughs]
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