The early evening
(Jack and Elizabeth chuckling )
OK where we going? Jack said
It's a surprise Elizabeth said
What kind of surprise? Jack said
A good one! (Sighs anxiously) so what do you think? Elizabeth said
Of Abigail's old house? Jack
I'm thinking of renting it. Elizabeth said
Doesn't joe crossing live here? Jack said
He just took a job in Santa Clarita. And with Clara here Abigail could really use the extra space but the real reason is... it's time for me to put down roots here. Valley Springis my home. And it's the place I love. Elizabeth said
And the people you love, right? Jack said
You could say that. Elizabeth said
That night (footsteps)
Sorry to interrupt. I need your opinion Clara said
Sure Elizabeth said
Green? Or blue? Clara said
Are you trying to impress someone? Elizabeth said
No, but I'm working with Abigail at the cafe tomorrow. Clara said
Mmm Elizabeth said
Has anyone seen my baseball glove? Corey said
Have you checked your bedroom ? Elizabeth said
It was in here before supper. Corey said
So? What do you think? Clara said
Um,the green one. It brings out your eyes. Elizabeth said
Thank you. Clara said
Well, Corey, let's give Elizabeth some privacy. She has a lot of work to do. Abigail said
Have you seen my baseball glove? Corey said
Don't you have homework? Elizabeth said
Oh, he'll get to it. Come on, let's look upstairs. He wants to practice so he gets as good as the other boys. Abigail said
just as long as he studies for his arithmetic test Elizabeth said
He will. Abigail said
Ah! There she is. Our dedicated teacher burning the midnight oil. Oh... Marco Polo? (Gasps) the thrill of discovery! Of new and uncharted territory an explorer's epic journey into the unknown the mystery... Rosemary said
Rosemary Elizabeth said
Sorry. I was hoping you could help me with something Rosemary said
You know, now is really not a good time. Elizabeth said
This won't take a moment. I was wondering if you could give me a few classic quotes on love and rejection for my advice column something... like Coleridge or... Wordsworth ! I'm a little rusty on the classics, and you're so good with all those dusty old poets. Rosemary said
Sorry, Rosie. Elizabeth has plans. Jack said
Oh. She does? Rosemary said
Oh. Right! I almost forgot. Uh, I'm sorry. Maybe another time? Elizabeth said
Of course... what plans? Rosemary said
Private plans. jack said
This is just what I needed. Elizabeth said
An evening in jail? Jack said
An evening with you. Elizabeth said
Well, it's not exactly dinner at the ritz. Jack said
It's the company that counts. Elizabeth said
(Chuckles softly) (boots scuffing on steps) (the Door opens)
I'm sorry, I'm interrupting. Bill said
Well, that's okay. Jack said
Can I borrow some of your shoe polish? Bill said
Uh, yeah you got a date too? Jack said
Not exactly. Meeting with the pinkest's in the morning. Bill said
I thought you were only talking a leave of absence from the Mounties jack said
I might as well hear what they have to say those rolls look awful good bill said
Would you like some? Elizabeth said
That's awful nice of you, Elizabeth. Thanks. Bill said
(Objects clattering)
To a... to a romantic evening together. Jack said
One of these days Elizabeth said (Both chuckling)(glasses clink)
The next day at schoolhouse
Miss thatcher? Boy said
Hmm Elizabeth said
How come Laura got an "A"and I got a "C" ? Boy said
Well,what's the first rule of writing essays? You have to separate ideas into paragraphs, and yours was just one long paragraph Elizabeth said
(Students giggles)
Corey. You are 20 minutes late. Elizabeth said
Mrs. Sutton said I could practice pitching before school. Corey said
Before school. You still have to be here when the bell rings Elizabeth said
She said it would be okay. Corey said
Well, I think you misunderstood her. Now... who can tell me about the travels of Marco Polo? Elizabeth said
Sometimes later that morning at the cafe
It's too terrible about Silas. I just feel sick. Molly said
I can't believe he's gone Florence said
What happened? Clara said
Silas Rosemary was killed in a robbery bill said
Oh, no. Poor Dottie. Clara said
She gets home from the funeral today. Molly said
Have they caught the men who did it? Abigail said
No. Not yet. But I'm confident that they will ladies Bill said
I hope Dottie knows we'll be there her. Florence
Nobody should go through something like this alone molly said
I put the last box in the pantry is there anything I can do for you, mrs. Stanton? John said
I can't think of anything. Abigail said
You know, your sink is leaking I can take a look at it after work. John said
Are you sure you have time? Abigail said
It'll only take a few minutes. That dress matches your eyes. John said
Thanks. Clara said
(Door opens and shuts) as Martin and mr. Humphrey come in
I expected more customers mr. Humphrey said
Excuse me, the breakfast rush ends before first shift at the mill. Abigail said
Ah. Could I see a menu? Mr. Humphrey said
We don't print menus Abigail said
No means. No customer. (Sniffs And huffs) what is that small? Mr Humphrey said
My buttermilk biscuits and if you don't like them, the saloon service beans and coffee. Abigail said
Mr. Humphrey isn't here to eat. Martin said
Then why all the questions? Abigail said
Well, you've finally gotten your wish I'm selling my internet in the cafe. Martin said
(Just out side as the stage coach A arrives two women One window and the other is meeting her brother there.)
If there's anything we can do...Florence said
You're too kind Dottie said
Anything at all molly said
I'll be fine Dottie said
Mrs Rosemary, I'm so sorry. May I help you your bags? Bill said
I'd appreciate that. Thank you Dottie said
I don't know your brother well, but I understand he was a good man. Bill said
I don't wish to speak ill of the dead, but I think we both know my brother was no saint. Even so, he shouldn't have died that way. Dottie said
I've contacted the regional office. They've assigned an inspector but I'm going to look into it myself. Bill said
Thank you. But aren't you on leave? Dottie said
I am but this isn't just any case. Saint or no saint, Silas deserves justice and for that matter, so do you. Bill said
Well, that is quite the undertaking. Lee said
I build a church pretty sure I can handle a house. Jack said
Yeah, but this isn't just any house we're talking about. Where... where are you planning on building, exactly? Lee said
"As a wagon cross in front of them coming from the lumber yard towards town"
Well you know Clem besser's plot on the way to Angiola? Jack said
Oh, yeah, it's a nice view from up there. Lee said
Yeah it's the best in the valley. Jack said
Oh. Lee said
So...How much ? Jack said
What,for the lumber you're gonna need, to build? Lee said
Yeah. Jack said
Uh... well, let me draw up an estimate and I'll get back to you. Lee said
Lee! Rosemary said
That's great. Thanks. Jack said
Oh, no no no no stay, stay. Lee said
There you are. Oh, Jack! Rosemary said
Hi Jack said
I don't mean to interrupt, but i have a quick update for you it won't take a minute. Rosemary said
First, I asked the crew to clean space for the new inventory. Second, I convinced the Hudson boys to sweep under that, uh... oh, the big thing with the saw. Rosemary said
The head saw? Lee said
(Gasps) yes! Head saw silly name. Third. Mrs. Weiss has generously agreed to serve afternoon refreshments. "You always say a happy crew is a productive crew." So we want a happy crew don't we? Rosemary said
Yes yes we do. Rosemary has decided to help with the mill for a while. Isn't that great? Lee said
Great jack said
Yeah. Lee said
I thought you had your hands full with the advice column? Jack said
I do, but lee has been so busy here at the mill working like a dog. Well, it's the least I could do. Rosemary said
She could do less lee said
Well! If you need me, I will be at the mercantile, picking up a few things. You are going to love what I'm doing to your office! Rosemary said
Okay! Whoa, wait! What are you doing to my office? What is she doing to my office? Lee said
I don't know, but good luck with that thanks, lee. Jack said
You on your way to Dottie's ? Frank said
I thought I'd bring her a lemon cake. It's the least I could do Abigail said
Mind if I join you? Frank said
I wouldn't mind at all Abigail said
Meanwhile at sawmill
Ask Ned yost to order the fabric we spoke about... the velour in red. Or maroon, actually, if they have it. I'll need about 20 yards. Mmm... better make it 30. Yes. 30 should do. Rosemary said
Mr. County's okay with this? Hickman said
Of course he is. Rosemary said
(Door opens)
Hey, where's he going? Lee said
He's helping me redecorates. Rosemary said
Oh, I think it's plenty decorated as it is. Lee said
Oh! Lee no. This is just the beginning. Picture it... a raised mahogany desk and chair. it'll be an office fit for a king Rosemary said
And why exactly do I need a raised desk? Lee said
Well you're the boss! The man in charge. The fearless leader! Rosemary said
I like my office the way it is. Lee said
I'm just trying to breathe some life into this dingy, old place, which it desperately needs. Rosemary said
Where's my map? Lee said
Which map? Rosemary said
What do you mean, "which map" my map! The big map that was right here on this wall above the fireplace. Lee said
Oh, that tattered old thing? I threw it out Rosemary said
you what? Lee said
Well don't worry I ordered you a new one from the survey office. You'll love it! It's in color. Rosemary said
Rosemary that map had all of my harvest schedules written on it lee said
Well, I'm sure it's written down somewhere. Oh and before I forget I gave glen butterflies the rest of the day off Rosemary said
You ... whoa whoa wait. What do you mean you gave him the rest of the day off? Lee said
Well, of course I told him it was your idea. You are the boss. Rosemary said
Sometimes I wonder about that. Wha... (Door bangs shut) what just happened? Lee said
Meanwhile on the edge of town
Well it's almost lunchtime at the cafe. I better get back. Abigail said
I think should take some time off. Frank said
(Laughs) I have to work. Abigail said
Oh, even the man upstairs took a break on the seventh day. Frank said
He earned it. Abigail said
Well, so have you. I'll tell you what. Why don't I come by after dinner talk a little walk around the pond just half an hour. Give us a chance to catch up. Frank said
It doesn't take half an hour to walk around the pond. Abigail said
Well walk slow. Frank said
(Chuckling)
So, pastor... how are you and miss Abigail doing? John Said
That's none of your business frank said
She got money? John said
What do you want, John ? frank said
Well, the gang's back together again. There's a job coming up. We'll need you. You're the best powder man around. John said
I'm not interested. Frank said
Come on Matt. You'd make so much money you wouldn't have to worry about keeping up this act any longer. You could go anywhere do anything you want. John said
I'm happy living right here, doing just what I'm doing. Frank said
Great. When it's over, come back, get married have nine kids. John said
You're not listening. I'm out frank said
You're never out. You don't want to disappoint Justin garrison, do you? John said
Is that a threat? Frank said
Just saying people get hurt sometimes. John said
(As walk crossing Main Street) (chuckles)
Let me apologize about dinner at the jail. Jack said
It's the thought that counts Elizabeth said
I know. I want to make it up to you, though. Jack said
How? Elizabeth said
A snack in the stables? Jack said
Jack! (Laughs) even better... I have a place where we can have dinner any time we like. Elizabeth said
Well,yeah. Abigail's? Jack said
No... Elizabeth's Elizabeth said
The row house? Jack said
As of this morning, it's mine. Elizabeth said
(Both chuckling) (sometime later) at row house
So I saved some extra money for my teaching salary by living at Abigail's and the rent here isn't very much so I thought, why not? Besides with Corey and Clara here Abigail could really use the extra room. And now that I finally have some peace and quiet I can start writing again. Elizabeth said
Old joe crossing didn't really take care of this place as well as Abigail did but it'll make a fine house one day. loose doorknob and all jack said
But it's my loose doorknob. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at the cafe
Clara! Are my blueberry muffins ready? I know I'm early. But I promised to serve tea at the mill in an hour. Rosemary said
I'll get them for you. Clara said
Hmm. Oh! Cave junction. I've heard of that that's where the stage was robbed... (gasps) And Dottie's brother was killed. Oh. Such a terrible tragedy. Are you on the case? Rosemary said
Maybe. And maybe not. Can I trust you with that, Rosemary? Bill said
You have my word. I won't say a peep to anyone. Rosemary said
Bless you. Abigail bill said
Bill Abigail said
Are you aware the sink is leaking? mr. Humphrey said
(Exhales heavily) yes Abigail said
You'll need to get it fixed. Immediately I've made a list of improvements. You'll be expected to cover half the costs. mr. Humphrey said
There is nothing wrong with the stove. Abigail said
It's only a matter of time until that antique stops working mr. Humphrey said
And when it does, I will get a new one. Abigail said
You'll get one now mr. Humphrey said
Before you close your deal with mr. Humphrey I would like to make a counteroffer Abigail said
You've already told me that you don't have the funds to buy me out Martin said
I don't but maybe we can come up with some kind of arrangement something that would be beneficial to you Abigail said
I'm listening Martin said
I could monthly payments, with interest, until your share is paid. That's more than fair. Abigail said
I'm a businessman, Mrs Stanton. Unfortunately uh... you're not an acceptable risk Martin said
Meanwhile in town as jack Walks Elizabeth to cafe and carries her books from school
I can pick up some varnish from the mercantile if you want to start on those floors tonight jack said
Thank you but I would like to do the repairs myself. Elizabeth said
At least let me help you move your things in. Jack said
I'll take you up on that thank you. Elizabeth said
Elizabeth Abigail said
Hi. Elizabeth said
I just spoke to Corey and he said you held him after class. Abigail said
I didn't want to, but he was late again for the third time this week. Elizabeth said
He practices baseball before school. He just wants to fit in. Abigail said
He still needs to be on time. Elizabeth said
Well, boys will be boys. Abigail said
They still have to get to school on time. Elizabeth said
Well, it's a big adjustment for him Abigail said
Abigail, it's not just his attendance he doesn't pay attention and he hasn't turned in his homework Elizabeth said
He's having a hard time being back in school after everything he's been through. Abigail said
He needs to try a little harder Elizabeth said
You think I'm being too easy on him? Abigail said
I think you're being overprotective and I understand why. I just don't think it's helping him. Elizabeth said
Well thank you for your opinion Abigail said
Abigail we all want what's best for Corey and you're doing everything you can I'm just trying to help Elizabeth said
I know you are Abigail said
Meanwhile at the stables
It's not that I'm surprised she moved out on her own I...I just didn't think it would happen so soon Jack said
Mmm, and you're not sure how you feel about it? Lee said
(Sighs) look I like that she's an independent woman, but...Jack said
This doesn't have anything to do with that house you want to build, does it? Lee said
Maybe jack said
Ah! Look, I'd take it as a good sign. Mean she's putting down roots here in valley spring . Moving away from Hamilton. Lee said
Well, then that's a very good sign. Jack said
You bet it is. Woman like to make a place their own. It's called "nesting." Lee said
It's "nesting" ? Jack said
Nesting! You know today you know Elizabeth moves into her place down the road, maybe she moves into yours. Just be patient, and buy her a nice housewarming gift. Huh? Lee said
All right. Jack said
So ... what do you think? Rosemary said
Nesting jack said "to Lee in a whisper"
Sometimes later that afternoon at Elizabeth's new home
(Sighs) my worldly possessions! Elizabeth said
(Jack chuckles)
Those who would travel happily must travel light. Jack said
At least I have a desk to write on Elizabeth said
Hmm... something's missing. Jack said
(as he bent down for something under the desk A pond some of the crates and boxes)
What is this? Elizabeth said
It's housewarming gift. Jack said
Is it an ice box? I could really use an ice box. Elizabeth said
(Charles) just open it. Jack said
Oh, jack. It's gorgeous Elizabeth said
(Chuckles) now I just need to get you some flowers. Jack said
It's perfect just as it is. Elizabeth said
Just like you. Jack said
Meanwhile at the saloon
I've been thinking about what you said, about moving here Rorà said
And? Martin said
I'd have to go home for a while and finish up a few things. Rorà said
Well, take whatever time you need. Martin said
If everything works out, I should be back in a month or so. Rorà said
Well, I will be here. Martin said
Martin, I'm uneasy about something. Rorà said
Does it have to do with bill? Martin said
No. We've signed the divorce papers. That's over. But if I'm going to make Valley spring , I need to apologize to Abigail Stanton. Rorà said
That wasn't your fault. Martin said
It wasn't hers either. Rorà said
Outside on the main sidewalk in the middle of town
Frank? I thought we were going for a walk. Abigail said
Plan changed. Frank said
Oh. Maybe tomorrow? Abigail said
No, tomorrow no good. Frank said
Sunday? Abigail said
Sunday won't work. Frank said
Frank, I'm confused you said you wanted to catch up. Abigail said
(Sighs heavily) it'll have to wait. Frank said
Oh. Well... I'm sorry to bother you. Abigail said
The next day
For our science project we are going to plant beans in cans and learn about photosynthesis. (chalk scribbling) now, since this is a group project I'd like for you all to choose partners. Elizabeth said
Miss thatcher? Corey said
Mmm? Elizabeth said
I don't have a partner Corey said
Oh. I'm... well, you can be partners with miles and Robert. Elizabeth said
Everyone has friends but me Corey said
You're new. It takes time to make friends at a new school. Elizabeth said
(Sighs) I don't want to be partners with anyone Corey said
This isn't a choice, Corey. Everyone is going to participate. Come on. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile in town at jailhouse
Find anything at cave junction? Jack said
Not much, à few hoof prints, some spent casings. Bill said
Justin garrison And his gang are suspects in robbery, but HQ doesn't enough evidence for an arrest. Jack said
I had a feeling it was garrison. Bill said
What? You know him? Jack said
I've chased him before. He killed a good friend of mine in a bank robbery ten years ago. Carlos Benjamin left behind a widow and an eight-year-old daughter. Bill said
(Jack Exhales deeply) you never arrested him? Jack said
No. Not enough evidence. This guy's an expert at covering his tracks jack. He picks up a gang when he needs one, then he lets them go when he doesn't bill said
They were spotted near Albert hills. That might mean they're headed East Jack said
I'll help you on patrols. Can't be too careful. Bill said
Well... this means you're gonna turn down the pinkest's ? Jack said
No, it means the garrison gang is not gonna get anywhere near valley spring . Bill said
That afternoon as school gets out
Hi Corey Abigail said
I hate school. I'm never going back. Corey said
Tell me what happened. Abigail said
Nobody likes me. I don't have any friends. Corey said
Corey, you haven't been here very long. You have to give it some time. Abigail said
At least when we were on our own i had Bridgett Corey said
Sweetheart I know you miss your sister but right now, she needs to be with the doctors in lost hills. They're helping her get better. Abigail said
When she gets better, could I visit her? Corey said
Of course you can. But until then, there are other ways to show someone that you care about them. Abigail said
How? Corey said
You could write her a letter. Tell her all the things that you would say to her if she was sitting right next to you. Abigail said
Well you help me? Corey said
Of course I will. Abigail said
Meanwhile at the mercantile
Hello. Dottie said
Dottie! It's good to see you out. Does the mayor have you working already? Bill said
No. He told me to take the rest of the week off. Dottie said
Well, that was nice of him. Bill said
He's not all bad. You don't know him the way I do. Dottie said
I know him all too well. Bill said
Well he could've fired me when he was out of money, but he didn't. Trust me, there is another side to Martin Gowen. Dottie said
Who's that man he's with? Bill said (gazing out the window of the store)
Allen Humphrey he's buying Martin's share of the cafe Dottie said
I hadn't heard you know anything about him? bill said
Not very much. But, um... I have a feeling Abigail is going to miss have Mayor Gowen as a partner. Dottie said
Meanwhile at school
I have a very fun writing assignment for all of you. I want to thank of a memory something from your past it can be happy or sad, it can be funny or scary ... it can be any memory that you like yes, Emily ? Elizabeth said
Can I write about the fall harvest? My mom let's me pick the biggest pumpkin 🎃 and we carve a jack-o-lantern. Emily said
That is a wonderful memory. Corey? Do you have a favorite memory? Elizabeth said
It's stupid Corey said
No, it isn't Elizabeth said
Well... my dad would say we were soldiers in the light brigade. Corey said
He's right. That is stupid Robert said
(Students Laughing)
Robert! Elizabeth said
Take it back! Corey said
Whoa. That's enough, boys. Elizabeth said
(As she Palls Corey of Robert)
Now apologize to one other. Elizabeth said
Sorry Corey and Robert said
That's all for today everyone I'll collect your writing assignment tomorrow morning class dismissed. Corey? You're not in trouble tell me the rest of the story about your dad and the light brigade. Elizabeth said
We used to ride horses, he would say, "honor the charge they made, honor the light brigade." Corey said
I was think since you didn't turn in your paper about Marco Polo, maybe you'd like to write about "the charge of the light brigade"? What do you think? Elizabeth said
Okay Corey said
Meanwhile at the cafe (as Clara Bring his dirty dishes or the kitchen sink)
Oh! (Chuckles) Clara said
For you. John said
Oh, John they're beautiful. Clara said
Because I was actually gonna ask you a favor John said
Oh? What kind of favor? Clara said
I'm still trying to find my way around and I was wondering if you could show me where the livery is. John said
Didn't I see you at the livery yesterday? Clara said
Right. Ha. How about the blacksmith? John said
Around the corner from the livery Clara said
It's a good place for it (awkward chuckle) John said
Oh. Those are lovely. What's the occasion? Abigail said
I was asking Clara if she'd like to go for a walk with me John said
I really need to stay and help Abigail. Clara said
Doesn't look so busy. Can you manage without her. John said
I'll only be gone an hour promise Clara said
You don't see country like this where I come from. John said
I don't think you told me where you're from Clara said
Uh, small town back east. John said
Hmm. Clara said
Family has a farm there there's really not much to tell. John said
So you came west in search of fame and fortune? Clara said
(Chuckles) you hear that story a lot, I guess, I'm going to ask you a bold question, before I make a fool out of myself. John said
Should I be worried? Clara said
No no, nothing like that. I was just wondering, are there any other handsome, charming gentlemen bringing you flowers at work? John said
(Chuckles) you'll be happy to know that was a first. Clara said
Meanwhile in town at jailhouse (loud thudding sound)
Ah. You got a good arm. But you need a better grip. See and now you try it there you go bill said
Thank,mister! Corey said
You keep throwing like that, and they'll notice you soon enough bill said
Meanwhile at Elizabeth house parenting sounds
Hello! Abigail said
(Gasps) ha! Elizabeth said
(Both laughing)
Don't you look the part! Abigail said
(Grunts) yet I have somehow managed to make the creak in this floorboard worse than ever. Elizabeth said
Impossible. It's always been like that. Gosh, I've missed this place. Abigail said
You have a lot of good memories here, don't you? Elizabeth said
(Sighs) I do it looks different. Abigail said
Well, mr. crossing was never one to concern himself with appearance, was he? Elizabeth said
Apparently not. What's next on your list? Abigail said
Oh, an ice box, fix the doorknob, clean the chimney, a fresh coat of paint. Yep. I'm practically finished. Elizabeth said
(Chuckles) why don't I help you later? We'll have a painting party. Abigail said
I would love that. Elizabeth said
I'll bring Corey. Abigail said
How's he doing? Elizabeth said
Good. I told him he had to finish his essay before he went out to play. Abigail said
He'll come around Elizabeth said
Mmm. I wish someone else would come around. Abigail said
Frank? Elizabeth said
I thought something was starting happen between the two of us, but now nothing. Abigail said
You're really starting to care for him, aren't you? Elizabeth said
(Sighs) Maybe more than I should, muffin? Abigail said
Please. Elizabeth said
Fresh out of the oven. Abigail said
These are so... Elizabeth said
Yes, they're good Abigail said
Blueberry! Elizabeth said
Mmm-hmm Abigail said
Meanwhile in town
I've gotta be honest,Lee this is uh... a little more than I was expecting. Jack said
And that is with a sizable discount because we're friends, but the house that you're about isn't exactly a shanty trust me, I promise, it's gonna be worth every penny. Lee said
Okay, so I hear the architect finished plans for Rosemary's new theater. Jack said
Uh, valley spring theater just don't tell her. Lee said
(Laughs) right. Well it seems like a pretty big project to take on right when you're trying to double the size of your operation jack said
Yeah, well, you know me. I like big projects. See you jack. Lee said
(Boys chanting) ( fight! Fight, Fight! Fight!)
hey! Hey! What's going on here? Get up. What's happening? Jack said
He started it! Robert said
Liar! He did! Corey said
(The boys panting at one other)
Okay. Robert, go home. Rest of you, too. Go on now. You wanna tell me what happened? Jack said
He called me an orphan. Corey said
So you hit him? Jack said
Are you gonna tell Mrs. Stanton? Corey said
I should. But I'll tell you what. You go home you go finish your homework, no one else needs to know about it. Jack said
You promised you won't tell? Corey said
Yeah, kid, I promise. Corey no more fights. Jack said
Meanwhile at the mercantile (footsteps approaching)
Well, Elizabeth Letcher look at you. You're so... capable-looking! Rosemary said
Capable, and a little overwhelmed. Elizabeth said
Oh, Rosemary said
I had no idea how much work went into fixing up a house. Elizabeth said
(Chuckles) for Rosemary
The stove, the floors, the painting... Elizabeth said
I thought you'd just ask jack to do all that. Rosemary said
Well, he offered, but I'm trying to do it all on my own. Elizabeth said
Men are peculiar creatures they like to feel needed, and important. I get letters about it all the time Rosemary said
All right, but if I let jack take care of everything what do I learn? How to hand him tools while he does all the work? Elizabeth said
Oh, Elizabeth. It's simple, just give him something else to do. As I tell my readers, "keep your man busy, so he isn't in a tizzy." Rosemary said
Frank. We need to talk. Abigail said
I can't right now. Frank said
Well, fine, then just listen. I know you're keeping something from me and whatever it is, no matter how bad it is, I've been thought worse, And one thing I know ... I couldn't have made it on my own so whenever you're ready, I'm here. You don't have to go through it alone. You have someone you can lean on. Abigail said
I just hope you remember that when the time comes. Frank said
You got enough firewood to last two winters. Jack said
Glad to know I'll stay warm. Elizabeth said
(Jack Exhales deeply) well, there are... other ways to stay warm. Jack said
Um... a stove? A campfire or... maybe even a blanket? Elizabeth said
That's not exactly what I have in mind. Jack said
Well... should I keep guessing, or are you going to get more firewood? Elizabeth said
No no, I stacked the rest of it out the back. Jack said
(Both laughing)
Are you sure I can't give you a head with anything else? Jack said
As a matter of fact, I do have a small favor to ask Elizabeth said
Well, name it. Jack said
There's a big spider behind the bed upstairs. Do you think you could catch it and put it outside? Elizabeth said
Spider? Jack said
Mmm-mmm maybe even a family of spiders two or... three and... and you know how much I hate spiders. Elizabeth said
I do. "keep your man busy, so he isn't in a tizzy." I read Rosemary's column, too. Jack said
That night at saloon (door opening)
Are you looking for this? (Gun cocks) (Laughs) I'm just ...messing with you Santino said
What do you want, santino ? John said
Well, jake asked me to stop by, see how you're doing. He wants to know if you made any progress with Matt Santino said
Tell jake I'm doing the best I can. John said
Why don't you tell him? Santino said
That gold train's gonna be coming in through Albert hills real soon tick-tick. Jake said
(Door closes)
I'll take care of it John said
Yeah you better. You promised me Matt Landry I don't like when someone welches on a promise. Jake said
The next morning
(Metal scraping) bill what are you doing here? Abigail said
Making breakfast. Bill said
With my pans and my eggs? Abigail said
Actually... they're "our" pans and "our" eggs bill said
Excuse me? Abigail said
I'm your new partner. I bought Gowen's share of the cafe. Bill said
You... you did what? Abigail said
I'm always looking for a good investment and I heard his half was up for sale, so I grabbed it. Bill said
Without asking me first? Abigail said
I'm not here to cause any trouble Abigail I'm just a smart investor bill said
I don't know ... this is a bit much I need to think about it. Abigail said
Well it seems to me that I'm your best option. Bill said
Oh, really? Abigail said
Well I'm not here to give you a list of things that you need to fix, like Humphrey did. Took me about ten minutes to try to figure out how to light this stove, so, trust me, I have no interest in sticking my nose into your day-to-day operations bill said
So you'll be a silent partner? Abigail said
In every way well, I thought I'm going to enjoy owning this place... as much as I enjoy eating here. So ... we're good? Partner Bill said
Good partner. Abigail said
A little bit later for the morning stage where is departing (horses neighing, grunting)
All right, I have something for you, before you go. Martin said
What's this? (Gasps) oh... Martin! It's beautiful Rorà said
Do you remember what you said to me the first time we met? You were having lunch with some friends of yours at the restaurant across the street from my office. It was my first day at the mining company in Hamilton Martin said
And you stroller over in your new suit and your shiny, black shoes, and you asked "do you happen to have the time?" Rorà said
Mmm-hmm and you pointed to the clock tower behind me Martin said
(Laughs) that was mean of me. Rorà said
Maybe so, but you uh... you know from here on in wherever you go, you uh, you'll always have the time. Martin said
Thank you Martin said
Meanwhile at mercantile
Anything else you need today? Katie said
This'll do for now, just a few supplies for mr. County's office. You can add them to lee's company account Rosemary said
I wish I could, but I can't Katie said
Can't? Why not? Rosemary said
Mr. County's account is overdue Katie said
Overdue? No, that must be a mistake. Rosemary said
I'm so sorry , but my father said no more credit. Katie said
How odd. I would why Lee never told me. Uh, it doesn't matter. I'll just pay cash. Rosemary said
Meanwhile at Elizabeth house
(Piano music playing) (sighs) hello? Jack said
Hey! Elizabeth said
We brought new paint for you. Jack said
Just in time! Corey? Would you like to help us? Elizabeth said
No Corey said
(Door closes)
Corey, put down the baseball and help miss thatcher, please. Abigail said
Here Corey, you can use this. Elizabeth said
No thanks. Corey said
(Awkward chuckle) once he puts that glove on, he's lost to the world. Abigail said
Men and sport I'll never understand it All right Corey. Why don't you tell us about your essay on "the charge of the light brigade"? Elizabeth said
Oh, I love that poem it's one of my favorites. Jack said
It's due tomorrow Elizabeth said
Corey, enough of that he'll do the essay when we get home I promise. Abigail said
Hey, jack catch! Corey said
Whoa, whoa jack said
No! Elizabeth said
(Loud gasping)(glass shattering)
Corey what did I tell you? Now please get that broom and clean up this mess. Abigail said
I don't have to listen to you! Corey said
Yes you do. Abigail said
Corey, you need to do as you're told. Jack said
You're not my father! Corey said
(The back Door opens)
Corey! Abigail said
Abigail... I'll get him jack said
(Sounds of glass being step on as the front door opens and Shut closed)
Okay. Hey hey! Hey! Jack said
Let me go! Corey said
No. Jack said
I hate you! I hate all of you! Corey said
Hey, Corey. No, you don't. You don't hate me. You don't hate any of us. You're upset because you miss your daddy. It's why you won't finish that essay. It's why you're getting in fights. Because it hurts to think about him, it hurts to be alone. It hurts to not have the people that you love to tell you it's gonna be okay. Jack said
You don't know anything! Corey said
Yeah, I do... cause I lost my dad too (Exhales deeply) it feels like someone took something from you...like there's a giant hole inside of you. But one day, that... that feeling that you're right now... that feeling is gonna go away. I promise. Jack said
It's not fair. Corey said
No, it's not fair at all kid. But just because your parents aren't here doesn't mean they're not worth you. You got them right in here every moment of every day okay? Jack said
(As Corey Hag jack both Abigail and Elizabeth are softly crying for the boys don't know the window that is a bum is open and they've heard everything)
As Elizabeth writers a letter home to her family I can't describe how it feels to have my own house teaching will always be first in my heart but now that I'm settled in, i can finally pursue my passion for writing. I want to capture the spirit of this special place, of the love and the caring, so that I can share it with the world. There's nowhere else on earth like valley spring , though I miss you and mother very much. With love and prayers your devoted daughter Elizabeth.
The next morningYou on your way to Dottie's ? Frank said
I thought I'd bring her a lemon cake. It's the least I could do Abigail said
Mind if I join you? Frank said
I wouldn't mind at all Abigail said
Meanwhile at sawmill
Ask Ned yost to order the fabric we spoke about... the velour in red. Or maroon, actually, if they have it. I'll need about 20 yards. Mmm... better make it 30. Yes. 30 should do. Rosemary said
Mr. County's okay with this? Hickman said
Of course he is. Rosemary said
(Door opens)
Hey, where's he going? Lee said
He's helping me redecorates. Rosemary said
Oh, I think it's plenty decorated as it is. Lee said
Oh! Lee no. This is just the beginning. Picture it... a raised mahogany desk and chair. it'll be an office fit for a king Rosemary said
And why exactly do I need a raised desk? Lee said
Well you're the boss! The man in charge. The fearless leader! Rosemary said
I like my office the way it is. Lee said
I'm just trying to breathe some life into this dingy, old place, which it desperately needs. Rosemary said
Where's my map? Lee said
Which map? Rosemary said
What do you mean, "which map" my map! The big map that was right here on this wall above the fireplace. Lee said
Oh, that tattered old thing? I threw it out Rosemary said
you what? Lee said
Well don't worry I ordered you a new one from the survey office. You'll love it! It's in color. Rosemary said
Rosemary that map had all of my harvest schedules written on it lee said
Well, I'm sure it's written down somewhere. Oh and before I forget I gave glen butterflies the rest of the day off Rosemary said
You ... whoa whoa wait. What do you mean you gave him the rest of the day off? Lee said
Well, of course I told him it was your idea. You are the boss. Rosemary said
Sometimes I wonder about that. Wha... (Door bangs shut) what just happened? Lee said
Meanwhile on the edge of town
Well it's almost lunchtime at the cafe. I better get back. Abigail said
I think should take some time off. Frank said
(Laughs) I have to work. Abigail said
Oh, even the man upstairs took a break on the seventh day. Frank said
He earned it. Abigail said
Well, so have you. I'll tell you what. Why don't I come by after dinner talk a little walk around the pond just half an hour. Give us a chance to catch up. Frank said
It doesn't take half an hour to walk around the pond. Abigail said
Well walk slow. Frank said
(Chuckling)
So, pastor... how are you and miss Abigail doing? John Said
That's none of your business frank said
She got money? John said
What do you want, John ? frank said
Well, the gang's back together again. There's a job coming up. We'll need you. You're the best powder man around. John said
I'm not interested. Frank said
Come on Matt. You'd make so much money you wouldn't have to worry about keeping up this act any longer. You could go anywhere do anything you want. John said
I'm happy living right here, doing just what I'm doing. Frank said
Great. When it's over, come back, get married have nine kids. John said
You're not listening. I'm out frank said
You're never out. You don't want to disappoint Justin garrison, do you? John said
Is that a threat? Frank said
Just saying people get hurt sometimes. John said
(As walk crossing Main Street) (chuckles)
Let me apologize about dinner at the jail. Jack said
It's the thought that counts Elizabeth said
I know. I want to make it up to you, though. Jack said
How? Elizabeth said
A snack in the stables? Jack said
Jack! (Laughs) even better... I have a place where we can have dinner any time we like. Elizabeth said
Well,yeah. Abigail's? Jack said
No... Elizabeth's Elizabeth said
The row house? Jack said
As of this morning, it's mine. Elizabeth said
(Both chuckling) (sometime later) at row house
So I saved some extra money for my teaching salary by living at Abigail's and the rent here isn't very much so I thought, why not? Besides with Corey and Clara here Abigail could really use the extra room. And now that I finally have some peace and quiet I can start writing again. Elizabeth said
Old joe crossing didn't really take care of this place as well as Abigail did but it'll make a fine house one day. loose doorknob and all jack said
But it's my loose doorknob. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at the cafe
Clara! Are my blueberry muffins ready? I know I'm early. But I promised to serve tea at the mill in an hour. Rosemary said
I'll get them for you. Clara said
Hmm. Oh! Cave junction. I've heard of that that's where the stage was robbed... (gasps) And Dottie's brother was killed. Oh. Such a terrible tragedy. Are you on the case? Rosemary said
Maybe. And maybe not. Can I trust you with that, Rosemary? Bill said
You have my word. I won't say a peep to anyone. Rosemary said
Bless you. Abigail bill said
Bill Abigail said
Are you aware the sink is leaking? mr. Humphrey said
(Exhales heavily) yes Abigail said
You'll need to get it fixed. Immediately I've made a list of improvements. You'll be expected to cover half the costs. mr. Humphrey said
There is nothing wrong with the stove. Abigail said
It's only a matter of time until that antique stops working mr. Humphrey said
And when it does, I will get a new one. Abigail said
You'll get one now mr. Humphrey said
Before you close your deal with mr. Humphrey I would like to make a counteroffer Abigail said
You've already told me that you don't have the funds to buy me out Martin said
I don't but maybe we can come up with some kind of arrangement something that would be beneficial to you Abigail said
I'm listening Martin said
I could monthly payments, with interest, until your share is paid. That's more than fair. Abigail said
I'm a businessman, Mrs Stanton. Unfortunately uh... you're not an acceptable risk Martin said
Meanwhile in town as jack Walks Elizabeth to cafe and carries her books from school
I can pick up some varnish from the mercantile if you want to start on those floors tonight jack said
Thank you but I would like to do the repairs myself. Elizabeth said
At least let me help you move your things in. Jack said
I'll take you up on that thank you. Elizabeth said
Elizabeth Abigail said
Hi. Elizabeth said
I just spoke to Corey and he said you held him after class. Abigail said
I didn't want to, but he was late again for the third time this week. Elizabeth said
He practices baseball before school. He just wants to fit in. Abigail said
He still needs to be on time. Elizabeth said
Well, boys will be boys. Abigail said
They still have to get to school on time. Elizabeth said
Well, it's a big adjustment for him Abigail said
Abigail, it's not just his attendance he doesn't pay attention and he hasn't turned in his homework Elizabeth said
He's having a hard time being back in school after everything he's been through. Abigail said
He needs to try a little harder Elizabeth said
You think I'm being too easy on him? Abigail said
I think you're being overprotective and I understand why. I just don't think it's helping him. Elizabeth said
Well thank you for your opinion Abigail said
Abigail we all want what's best for Corey and you're doing everything you can I'm just trying to help Elizabeth said
I know you are Abigail said
Meanwhile at the stables
It's not that I'm surprised she moved out on her own I...I just didn't think it would happen so soon Jack said
Mmm, and you're not sure how you feel about it? Lee said
(Sighs) look I like that she's an independent woman, but...Jack said
This doesn't have anything to do with that house you want to build, does it? Lee said
Maybe jack said
Ah! Look, I'd take it as a good sign. Mean she's putting down roots here in valley spring . Moving away from Hamilton. Lee said
Well, then that's a very good sign. Jack said
You bet it is. Woman like to make a place their own. It's called "nesting." Lee said
It's "nesting" ? Jack said
Nesting! You know today you know Elizabeth moves into her place down the road, maybe she moves into yours. Just be patient, and buy her a nice housewarming gift. Huh? Lee said
All right. Jack said
So ... what do you think? Rosemary said
Nesting jack said "to Lee in a whisper"
Sometimes later that afternoon at Elizabeth's new home
(Sighs) my worldly possessions! Elizabeth said
(Jack chuckles)
Those who would travel happily must travel light. Jack said
At least I have a desk to write on Elizabeth said
Hmm... something's missing. Jack said
(as he bent down for something under the desk A pond some of the crates and boxes)
What is this? Elizabeth said
It's housewarming gift. Jack said
Is it an ice box? I could really use an ice box. Elizabeth said
(Charles) just open it. Jack said
Oh, jack. It's gorgeous Elizabeth said
(Chuckles) now I just need to get you some flowers. Jack said
It's perfect just as it is. Elizabeth said
Just like you. Jack said
Meanwhile at the saloon
I've been thinking about what you said, about moving here Rorà said
And? Martin said
I'd have to go home for a while and finish up a few things. Rorà said
Well, take whatever time you need. Martin said
If everything works out, I should be back in a month or so. Rorà said
Well, I will be here. Martin said
Martin, I'm uneasy about something. Rorà said
Does it have to do with bill? Martin said
No. We've signed the divorce papers. That's over. But if I'm going to make Valley spring , I need to apologize to Abigail Stanton. Rorà said
That wasn't your fault. Martin said
It wasn't hers either. Rorà said
Outside on the main sidewalk in the middle of town
Frank? I thought we were going for a walk. Abigail said
Plan changed. Frank said
Oh. Maybe tomorrow? Abigail said
No, tomorrow no good. Frank said
Sunday? Abigail said
Sunday won't work. Frank said
Frank, I'm confused you said you wanted to catch up. Abigail said
(Sighs heavily) it'll have to wait. Frank said
Oh. Well... I'm sorry to bother you. Abigail said
The next day
For our science project we are going to plant beans in cans and learn about photosynthesis. (chalk scribbling) now, since this is a group project I'd like for you all to choose partners. Elizabeth said
Miss thatcher? Corey said
Mmm? Elizabeth said
I don't have a partner Corey said
Oh. I'm... well, you can be partners with miles and Robert. Elizabeth said
Everyone has friends but me Corey said
You're new. It takes time to make friends at a new school. Elizabeth said
(Sighs) I don't want to be partners with anyone Corey said
This isn't a choice, Corey. Everyone is going to participate. Come on. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile in town at jailhouse
Find anything at cave junction? Jack said
Not much, à few hoof prints, some spent casings. Bill said
Justin garrison And his gang are suspects in robbery, but HQ doesn't enough evidence for an arrest. Jack said
I had a feeling it was garrison. Bill said
What? You know him? Jack said
I've chased him before. He killed a good friend of mine in a bank robbery ten years ago. Carlos Benjamin left behind a widow and an eight-year-old daughter. Bill said
(Jack Exhales deeply) you never arrested him? Jack said
No. Not enough evidence. This guy's an expert at covering his tracks jack. He picks up a gang when he needs one, then he lets them go when he doesn't bill said
They were spotted near Albert hills. That might mean they're headed East Jack said
I'll help you on patrols. Can't be too careful. Bill said
Well... this means you're gonna turn down the pinkest's ? Jack said
No, it means the garrison gang is not gonna get anywhere near valley spring . Bill said
That afternoon as school gets out
Hi Corey Abigail said
I hate school. I'm never going back. Corey said
Tell me what happened. Abigail said
Nobody likes me. I don't have any friends. Corey said
Corey, you haven't been here very long. You have to give it some time. Abigail said
At least when we were on our own i had Bridgett Corey said
Sweetheart I know you miss your sister but right now, she needs to be with the doctors in lost hills. They're helping her get better. Abigail said
When she gets better, could I visit her? Corey said
Of course you can. But until then, there are other ways to show someone that you care about them. Abigail said
How? Corey said
You could write her a letter. Tell her all the things that you would say to her if she was sitting right next to you. Abigail said
Well you help me? Corey said
Of course I will. Abigail said
Meanwhile at the mercantile
Hello. Dottie said
Dottie! It's good to see you out. Does the mayor have you working already? Bill said
No. He told me to take the rest of the week off. Dottie said
Well, that was nice of him. Bill said
He's not all bad. You don't know him the way I do. Dottie said
I know him all too well. Bill said
Well he could've fired me when he was out of money, but he didn't. Trust me, there is another side to Martin Gowen. Dottie said
Who's that man he's with? Bill said (gazing out the window of the store)
Allen Humphrey he's buying Martin's share of the cafe Dottie said
I hadn't heard you know anything about him? bill said
Not very much. But, um... I have a feeling Abigail is going to miss have Mayor Gowen as a partner. Dottie said
Meanwhile at school
I have a very fun writing assignment for all of you. I want to thank of a memory something from your past it can be happy or sad, it can be funny or scary ... it can be any memory that you like yes, Emily ? Elizabeth said
Can I write about the fall harvest? My mom let's me pick the biggest pumpkin 🎃 and we carve a jack-o-lantern. Emily said
That is a wonderful memory. Corey? Do you have a favorite memory? Elizabeth said
It's stupid Corey said
No, it isn't Elizabeth said
Well... my dad would say we were soldiers in the light brigade. Corey said
He's right. That is stupid Robert said
(Students Laughing)
Robert! Elizabeth said
Take it back! Corey said
Whoa. That's enough, boys. Elizabeth said
(As she Palls Corey of Robert)
Now apologize to one other. Elizabeth said
Sorry Corey and Robert said
That's all for today everyone I'll collect your writing assignment tomorrow morning class dismissed. Corey? You're not in trouble tell me the rest of the story about your dad and the light brigade. Elizabeth said
We used to ride horses, he would say, "honor the charge they made, honor the light brigade." Corey said
I was think since you didn't turn in your paper about Marco Polo, maybe you'd like to write about "the charge of the light brigade"? What do you think? Elizabeth said
Okay Corey said
Meanwhile at the cafe (as Clara Bring his dirty dishes or the kitchen sink)
Oh! (Chuckles) Clara said
For you. John said
Oh, John they're beautiful. Clara said
Because I was actually gonna ask you a favor John said
Oh? What kind of favor? Clara said
I'm still trying to find my way around and I was wondering if you could show me where the livery is. John said
Didn't I see you at the livery yesterday? Clara said
Right. Ha. How about the blacksmith? John said
Around the corner from the livery Clara said
It's a good place for it (awkward chuckle) John said
Oh. Those are lovely. What's the occasion? Abigail said
I was asking Clara if she'd like to go for a walk with me John said
I really need to stay and help Abigail. Clara said
Doesn't look so busy. Can you manage without her. John said
I'll only be gone an hour promise Clara said
You don't see country like this where I come from. John said
I don't think you told me where you're from Clara said
Uh, small town back east. John said
Hmm. Clara said
Family has a farm there there's really not much to tell. John said
So you came west in search of fame and fortune? Clara said
(Chuckles) you hear that story a lot, I guess, I'm going to ask you a bold question, before I make a fool out of myself. John said
Should I be worried? Clara said
No no, nothing like that. I was just wondering, are there any other handsome, charming gentlemen bringing you flowers at work? John said
(Chuckles) you'll be happy to know that was a first. Clara said
Meanwhile in town at jailhouse (loud thudding sound)
Ah. You got a good arm. But you need a better grip. See and now you try it there you go bill said
Thank,mister! Corey said
You keep throwing like that, and they'll notice you soon enough bill said
Meanwhile at Elizabeth house parenting sounds
Hello! Abigail said
(Gasps) ha! Elizabeth said
(Both laughing)
Don't you look the part! Abigail said
(Grunts) yet I have somehow managed to make the creak in this floorboard worse than ever. Elizabeth said
Impossible. It's always been like that. Gosh, I've missed this place. Abigail said
You have a lot of good memories here, don't you? Elizabeth said
(Sighs) I do it looks different. Abigail said
Well, mr. crossing was never one to concern himself with appearance, was he? Elizabeth said
Apparently not. What's next on your list? Abigail said
Oh, an ice box, fix the doorknob, clean the chimney, a fresh coat of paint. Yep. I'm practically finished. Elizabeth said
(Chuckles) why don't I help you later? We'll have a painting party. Abigail said
I would love that. Elizabeth said
I'll bring Corey. Abigail said
How's he doing? Elizabeth said
Good. I told him he had to finish his essay before he went out to play. Abigail said
He'll come around Elizabeth said
Mmm. I wish someone else would come around. Abigail said
Frank? Elizabeth said
I thought something was starting happen between the two of us, but now nothing. Abigail said
You're really starting to care for him, aren't you? Elizabeth said
(Sighs) Maybe more than I should, muffin? Abigail said
Please. Elizabeth said
Fresh out of the oven. Abigail said
These are so... Elizabeth said
Yes, they're good Abigail said
Blueberry! Elizabeth said
Mmm-hmm Abigail said
Meanwhile in town
I've gotta be honest,Lee this is uh... a little more than I was expecting. Jack said
And that is with a sizable discount because we're friends, but the house that you're about isn't exactly a shanty trust me, I promise, it's gonna be worth every penny. Lee said
Okay, so I hear the architect finished plans for Rosemary's new theater. Jack said
Uh, valley spring theater just don't tell her. Lee said
(Laughs) right. Well it seems like a pretty big project to take on right when you're trying to double the size of your operation jack said
Yeah, well, you know me. I like big projects. See you jack. Lee said
(Boys chanting) ( fight! Fight, Fight! Fight!)
hey! Hey! What's going on here? Get up. What's happening? Jack said
He started it! Robert said
Liar! He did! Corey said
(The boys panting at one other)
Okay. Robert, go home. Rest of you, too. Go on now. You wanna tell me what happened? Jack said
He called me an orphan. Corey said
So you hit him? Jack said
Are you gonna tell Mrs. Stanton? Corey said
I should. But I'll tell you what. You go home you go finish your homework, no one else needs to know about it. Jack said
You promised you won't tell? Corey said
Yeah, kid, I promise. Corey no more fights. Jack said
Meanwhile at the mercantile (footsteps approaching)
Well, Elizabeth Letcher look at you. You're so... capable-looking! Rosemary said
Capable, and a little overwhelmed. Elizabeth said
Oh, Rosemary said
I had no idea how much work went into fixing up a house. Elizabeth said
(Chuckles) for Rosemary
The stove, the floors, the painting... Elizabeth said
I thought you'd just ask jack to do all that. Rosemary said
Well, he offered, but I'm trying to do it all on my own. Elizabeth said
Men are peculiar creatures they like to feel needed, and important. I get letters about it all the time Rosemary said
All right, but if I let jack take care of everything what do I learn? How to hand him tools while he does all the work? Elizabeth said
Oh, Elizabeth. It's simple, just give him something else to do. As I tell my readers, "keep your man busy, so he isn't in a tizzy." Rosemary said
Frank. We need to talk. Abigail said
I can't right now. Frank said
Well, fine, then just listen. I know you're keeping something from me and whatever it is, no matter how bad it is, I've been thought worse, And one thing I know ... I couldn't have made it on my own so whenever you're ready, I'm here. You don't have to go through it alone. You have someone you can lean on. Abigail said
I just hope you remember that when the time comes. Frank said
You got enough firewood to last two winters. Jack said
Glad to know I'll stay warm. Elizabeth said
(Jack Exhales deeply) well, there are... other ways to stay warm. Jack said
Um... a stove? A campfire or... maybe even a blanket? Elizabeth said
That's not exactly what I have in mind. Jack said
Well... should I keep guessing, or are you going to get more firewood? Elizabeth said
No no, I stacked the rest of it out the back. Jack said
(Both laughing)
Are you sure I can't give you a head with anything else? Jack said
As a matter of fact, I do have a small favor to ask Elizabeth said
Well, name it. Jack said
There's a big spider behind the bed upstairs. Do you think you could catch it and put it outside? Elizabeth said
Spider? Jack said
Mmm-mmm maybe even a family of spiders two or... three and... and you know how much I hate spiders. Elizabeth said
I do. "keep your man busy, so he isn't in a tizzy." I read Rosemary's column, too. Jack said
That night at saloon (door opening)
Are you looking for this? (Gun cocks) (Laughs) I'm just ...messing with you Santino said
What do you want, santino ? John said
Well, jake asked me to stop by, see how you're doing. He wants to know if you made any progress with Matt Santino said
Tell jake I'm doing the best I can. John said
Why don't you tell him? Santino said
That gold train's gonna be coming in through Albert hills real soon tick-tick. Jake said
(Door closes)
I'll take care of it John said
Yeah you better. You promised me Matt Landry I don't like when someone welches on a promise. Jake said
The next morning
(Metal scraping) bill what are you doing here? Abigail said
Making breakfast. Bill said
With my pans and my eggs? Abigail said
Actually... they're "our" pans and "our" eggs bill said
Excuse me? Abigail said
I'm your new partner. I bought Gowen's share of the cafe. Bill said
You... you did what? Abigail said
I'm always looking for a good investment and I heard his half was up for sale, so I grabbed it. Bill said
Without asking me first? Abigail said
I'm not here to cause any trouble Abigail I'm just a smart investor bill said
I don't know ... this is a bit much I need to think about it. Abigail said
Well it seems to me that I'm your best option. Bill said
Oh, really? Abigail said
Well I'm not here to give you a list of things that you need to fix, like Humphrey did. Took me about ten minutes to try to figure out how to light this stove, so, trust me, I have no interest in sticking my nose into your day-to-day operations bill said
So you'll be a silent partner? Abigail said
In every way well, I thought I'm going to enjoy owning this place... as much as I enjoy eating here. So ... we're good? Partner Bill said
Good partner. Abigail said
A little bit later for the morning stage where is departing (horses neighing, grunting)
All right, I have something for you, before you go. Martin said
What's this? (Gasps) oh... Martin! It's beautiful Rorà said
Do you remember what you said to me the first time we met? You were having lunch with some friends of yours at the restaurant across the street from my office. It was my first day at the mining company in Hamilton Martin said
And you stroller over in your new suit and your shiny, black shoes, and you asked "do you happen to have the time?" Rorà said
Mmm-hmm and you pointed to the clock tower behind me Martin said
(Laughs) that was mean of me. Rorà said
Maybe so, but you uh... you know from here on in wherever you go, you uh, you'll always have the time. Martin said
Thank you Martin said
Meanwhile at mercantile
Anything else you need today? Katie said
This'll do for now, just a few supplies for mr. County's office. You can add them to lee's company account Rosemary said
I wish I could, but I can't Katie said
Can't? Why not? Rosemary said
Mr. County's account is overdue Katie said
Overdue? No, that must be a mistake. Rosemary said
I'm so sorry , but my father said no more credit. Katie said
How odd. I would why Lee never told me. Uh, it doesn't matter. I'll just pay cash. Rosemary said
Meanwhile at Elizabeth house
(Piano music playing) (sighs) hello? Jack said
Hey! Elizabeth said
We brought new paint for you. Jack said
Just in time! Corey? Would you like to help us? Elizabeth said
No Corey said
(Door closes)
Corey, put down the baseball and help miss thatcher, please. Abigail said
Here Corey, you can use this. Elizabeth said
No thanks. Corey said
(Awkward chuckle) once he puts that glove on, he's lost to the world. Abigail said
Men and sport I'll never understand it All right Corey. Why don't you tell us about your essay on "the charge of the light brigade"? Elizabeth said
Oh, I love that poem it's one of my favorites. Jack said
It's due tomorrow Elizabeth said
Corey, enough of that he'll do the essay when we get home I promise. Abigail said
Hey, jack catch! Corey said
Whoa, whoa jack said
No! Elizabeth said
(Loud gasping)(glass shattering)
Corey what did I tell you? Now please get that broom and clean up this mess. Abigail said
I don't have to listen to you! Corey said
Yes you do. Abigail said
Corey, you need to do as you're told. Jack said
You're not my father! Corey said
(The back Door opens)
Corey! Abigail said
Abigail... I'll get him jack said
(Sounds of glass being step on as the front door opens and Shut closed)
Okay. Hey hey! Hey! Jack said
Let me go! Corey said
No. Jack said
I hate you! I hate all of you! Corey said
Hey, Corey. No, you don't. You don't hate me. You don't hate any of us. You're upset because you miss your daddy. It's why you won't finish that essay. It's why you're getting in fights. Because it hurts to think about him, it hurts to be alone. It hurts to not have the people that you love to tell you it's gonna be okay. Jack said
You don't know anything! Corey said
Yeah, I do... cause I lost my dad too (Exhales deeply) it feels like someone took something from you...like there's a giant hole inside of you. But one day, that... that feeling that you're right now... that feeling is gonna go away. I promise. Jack said
It's not fair. Corey said
No, it's not fair at all kid. But just because your parents aren't here doesn't mean they're not worth you. You got them right in here every moment of every day okay? Jack said
(As Corey Hag jack both Abigail and Elizabeth are softly crying for the boys don't know the window that is a bum is open and they've heard everything)
As Elizabeth writers a letter home to her family I can't describe how it feels to have my own house teaching will always be first in my heart but now that I'm settled in, i can finally pursue my passion for writing. I want to capture the spirit of this special place, of the love and the caring, so that I can share it with the world. There's nowhere else on earth like valley spring , though I miss you and mother very much. With love and prayers your devoted daughter Elizabeth.
The next morning
"honor the charge they made! Corey said on horseback
"Honor the light brigade!" Jack and Corey said
Is it too early to be optimistic? Abigail said
You know, there are gonna be good days and bad days Elizabeth said
You're right, but I think this is a good start. Abigail said
What you're doing for Corey,Abigail it reminds me of the things I admire most about you. Elizabeth said
What's that? Abigail said
You don't give up on people. Elizabeth said
Oh, Elizabeth. You're such a good friend. I'm gonna miss have you under my roof. Abigail said
I will be just down the street and I'll see you every day. Elizabeth said
You promis? Abigail said
I promise! (Both Laughs) what's that? Elizabeth said
It's frank.( as she rips off A wanted notification nailed to the café door) I can't believe this. It's got to a forgery, or some awful joke. Abigail said
We'll know more soon. Elizabeth said
Frank said he had a past that he'd been shot, but this? Abigail said
The best thing you can do is just open the cafe and carry on until jack hears from the Police department or the Mounties. Elizabeth said
I can't, not until I know, and there's no reason for you to sit here waiting with me. Abigail said
There's every reason. Elizabeth said
You have school this afternoon Abigail said
And you have a cafe to run. Elizabeth said
(Door opens)
Hamilton police department HQ finally wired me back. Matt Landry was on our "wanted" list. Jack said
Was? Abigail said
Five years ago, as an accomplice in a bank robbery in Fresno, but he was caught and he served his time. Jack said
Then this is old and out of date? Elizabeth said
There's no current warrants for either Matt Landry or frank hagan jack said
So he's not a wanted man after all. Elizabeth said
No, I'm not. Been doing some thinking and some praying. I made up my mind to tell you all about Matt Landry, but I see someone has beat me to punch. It must be John Jeffrey. Frank said
John said that he was in town looking for a friend named Matt Landry. Abigail said
Oh, we haven't been friends for a long time. John is trying to ruin my life here so that I'll join up with the garrison gang again but it's gonna happen. Matt Landry is dead Frank said
Who was Matt Landry? Abigail said
A greedy fool. Tried to be a bandit. Got himself shot. He want to prison and found the good book and when he come out he was a new man and he wanted a new life and a new name frank said
So Matt Landry became frank hogan jack said
Mmm-hmm legally. I went to court and had it changed and that's when I swore that I would to devote the rest of my life to doing God's work. Frank said
So why is Justin garrison so set on dragging you back in? Jack said
Well, my best guess is that he's planning a robbery I used to be a powder man. Frank said
I'll let the office know get extra patrols in the territory. Elizabeth I'll walk you to school? Jack said
Yes, check on you later. (Jack opens the door) Thank you. (Once outside the café) poor Abigail. It seems like every time she has feelings for a man, he turns out to be keeping some secret. Elizabeth said
And it's never a good one. Jack said
Meanwhile at the cafe
You were really coming to tell me? Abigail said
I swear. Frank said
I want to believe you but...Abigail said
I know. The timing's suspicions. You said that you would be someone to lean on and I asked you to remember that when the time came. Frank said
Now the time has come. Abigail said
And it's easier said than done. Frank said
(Exhales sharply) I have to think about it. Abigail said
Meanwhile on the road to the schoolhouse
Do you think people in relationships can have "good" secrets? Elizabeth said
Sure. Every now and then. Jack said
I don't think it's a good idea. Elizabeth said
So you have no secrets? Jack said
Do you? Elizabeth said
Yeah. Well, one or two. (Chuckles) I'll gladly share them with you. Jack said
Please do! Elizabeth said
Okay. Well... The first time that we met, I thought you were... attractive. Jack said
(Chuckles) That's your deep, dark secret? Elizabeth said
Well, not anymore since you pried it out of me. Jack said
(Laughs Elizabeth)
Your turn jack said
All right. When we first met, I thought you were... kind of cute. Elizabeth said
"Kind of cute?" Jack said
(Laughs Elizabeth)
Not, like, "ruggedly cute"? Not even "handsome"? Jack said
Well, you did grow on me. Elizabeth said
Good morning Rosemary. Katie said
Good morning Katie. Bill! I had a lovely, little chat with Abigail yesterday. She mentioned that you two are partners in the cafe. Rosemary said
Yes I bought out Martin Gowen. Bill said
So tell me Isn't that a little bit awkward? Rosemary said
What do you mean "awkward"? Bill said
Well, considering what's gone on in the past between the two of you. Rosemary said
What are you getting at Rosemary? Bill said
(Giggles) nothing, really. Though I imagine it might be, uh, different to be in business together. Rosemary said
Well, I'm happy with my investment. Bill said
Oh, investment? Is that all it is ? (Chuckles) Rosemary said
That's all it is. Bill said
Hmm. So tell me. Well we see you in an apron any time soon? Rosemary said
Well, I don't know about an apron but I do have a recipe for a chicken casserole that's gonna have them lining up outside the door. Bill said
Mr. Avenue! You are full of surprises! I had no idea you could cook. Rosemary said
Rosemary, I spent two weeks undercover working as a chef. Not only did I catch two escaped cons, but I learned how to fricassée a pheasant. Bill said
(Laughs of two ladies)
Ladies. Bill said
Meanwhile at the saloon
Miss Ramsey, I've gone over your late brother's life insurance policy, and everything seems to be in order. Jay said
Oh, that's a relief. Dottie said
Once I submit the case file to the home office, you should see a benefit check within, oh... six to eight months. Jay said
I'm sorry, did you say months? Dottie said
Barring any complications. Jay said
But, I need the money now. Dottie said
Well, I understand, however, the company needs. Jay said
No. You Don't Understand. Can't you speed things along? Dottie said
Doesn't work that way. But... (he clears throat) if you really need the money now, I am authorized to offer you a lesser settlement in cash. Jay said
Oh... (stammers) well, how much less? Dottie said
One-fifth the benefit. Jay said
One-fifth? Oh, I... i don't... oh, I need to think about it. Dottie said
Well, I leave tomorrow at noon do let me know your decision before then. Jay said
(Outside the police office)
You're telling me that Frank Hogan rode with the garrison gang? Bill said
Under a different name, Five years ago. Jack said
I need to talk to him. Bill said
Look bill, I know how you feel about the garrisons, but frank wasn't in the gang ten years ago. Remember that. Jack said
I need you to do me a favor jack. I need you to find a woman named Mary Benjamin it's Carlos Benjamin's widow. Do that for me will you? Bill said
Sûre. Jack said
Meanwhile at the cafe
Are you sure John's part of that gang of criminals? Clara said
Frank is sure. He says that John's is the one who put the handbill on my door. Abigail said
And you believe him? Clara said
(Sighs) John didn't show up for work today. Jack's been looking for him everywhere he's nowhere in town. It's not a good sign. Abigail said
I guess it's not Clara said
Clara I know it's painful. We both lost a husband. It's tough enough to get through that and then have feelings for a new man. But it's even worse when that new man turns out to be— Abigail said
A liar and a criminal. Clara said
Outside of the cafe
I just can't imagine pastor hogan is an outlaw molly said
Neither could I. He seems like such a good man. We'll have to look into our next pastor's background much more thoroughly. Florence
Our next pastor? Molly said
We can't have an outlaw preaching from the pulpit, can we? Florence said
Ladies frank said
Not a lot of brotherly love around here. Bill said
Ah, can't say I blame them. I disappointed a lot of people here. frank said
Some more than others. Jack told me you rode with the garrison gang. Bill said
I did. Frank said
Ever mentioned a man named Carlos Benjamin? Bill said
No, but I only did a couple of jobs with garrison. I got shot got caught did my time. End of story. Frank said
What about this John kid? You think he had anything to do with the bank robbery that killed Silas? Bill said
No, John was here in town they sent him to get me. Besides, it's not his style. He's not a killer. Frank said
You let me know if you see him. Bill said
I didn't think you're still the law. Frank said
Just a concerned citizen bill said
(Car engine humming driver)
Constable! It would seem that Valley Springhas a problem. Martin said
What's that? Jack said
Well, our pastor is a fraud. He misled the pastoral committee who hired him. Martin said
Well, if he did lie about his criminal history, you might have a case for fraud. Jack said
I think it would be in everyone's best interest, including mr. Landry's if he resigned and left town peacefully Martin said
Mmm jack said
I wonder if you can take a little bit of time to convince him of that. Martin said
Uh, I'm sorry. I can't do that but have a nice day. Jack said
Outskirts of town (twig snaps) (man whistles a birdcall)
Matt's secret's all over town John said
That's good won't be long before they kick him out. You got something to say? Jake said
Matt's awful stubborn I still don't know if this gonna work. John said
Oh, sure it will. He's no fool. Where else is he gonna go? Jake said
Just in case maybe we should find somebody else. John said
There ain't no one else can do what we need doing. Jake said
I can John said
(Chuckles)
Take a lot of skill to blow a safe Santino said
Matt taught me everything he knows. John said
Teaching ain't doing. Jayden said
I'm not gonna gamble our payoff on what you think you know. Jake said
Okay. I'm just saying', if, for some reason, Matt doesn't come. John said
You said you and him were friends you swore you could bring him back. That was the deal. Now, if you don't deliver, you're a dead man Jake said
Meanwhile in town
Why is lee asking the bank for a loan? Rosemary said
I don't know Hickman said
You don't know, or you won't tell me? Rosemary said
When it comes to finance, mr. County plays things pretty close to the vest. Maybe it's something to do with the theater he's building. Hickman said
Mmm. Let's pretend this conversation never happened, all right? It'll be our little secret. Rosemary said
Meanwhile At school
In a democracy the people get to help decide how everything is run, and one way they can do that is by voting. (Door opens) Um, would everyone please turn to page 42 in your books 📚 to learn what the Greek philosophers had to say about it. Hi Elizabeth said
I'm sorry to interrupt but you know the campout that pastor hogan has scheduled for tomorrow night? Jack said
The boys have been talking about it all morning Elizabeth said
Well, so have their parents. Some of them have changed their minds they don't want their boys to go. Jack said
So it's been canceled? Elizabeth said
No, actually, uh, may I? Jack said
Mmm-hmm Elizabeth said
Thanks, uh, everyone can I have your attention, please? Those who signed up for tomorrow's campout please raise your hands Jack said
I know it wasn't gonna happen Corey said
No no it's happening, Corey but unfortunately pastor hogan cannot make it, so I'm gonna be going instead yeah Laurel jack said
Do girls get to go, too? Laurel said
Um, sorry, this one is just for the boys. Jack said
I don't see why the girls can't go Emily said
Yeah! Opal said
well, uh maybe, uh, next time when we can all plan ahead,okay? thanks. Jack said
Uh-huh Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at the cafe
Dottie? What's the matter? Bill said
from the insurance company says it's going to take months to pay the benefits on Silas's policy Dottie said
Why the delay? Bill said
I don't know. He said he'll give me cash right now, but I have to waive the rest of the benefits. Dottie Said
Well, that doesn't sound right. Bill Said
I don't want to settle for less than I'm owed, but I can't wait. Dottie Said
Would you let me help you? Bill said
What can you do? Dottie said
Oh, I... I have a knack for helping people see reason. Bill Said
Meanwhile at back well hanging laundry out doors to dry
Before you ask, no I haven't seen frank since this morning. Abigail said
I didn't ask Elizabeth said
I don't know what I'd say to him. I don't Know what I'd want him to said to me Abigail said
May I ask you what you're feeling? Elizabeth said
I don't know, so there's no reason to tell me to bottle things up. Abigail said
Then I won't Elizabeth said
I could sue a little "you're strong, you'll get through this." Abigail said
You are the strongest woman I've ever met, Abigail. You'll get through this. Elizabeth said
You always know just what to say. Abigail said
You'll get through it a lot faster if you just talk to frank. Elizabeth said
Miss Abigail? Where's those marshmallows you made for us? Corey Said
In the pantry. Abigail said
Can't camp out without marshmallows. Corey said
There's no arguing with that! Elizabeth said
I'm glad that jack is leading the trip tomorrow Corey's gonna have a good time. Abigail. said
It's too bed it's boys-only. It's not really fair to the girls. Elizabeth said
Elizabeth, you are the most creative woman I know. You'll solve this. Not that you asked. Abigail said
The next evening
Okay, we are almost here. Jack said
We're not the only ones. Corey said
Elizabeth? Jack said
Good evening, Jack. Elizabeth said
What are... What are you doing here? Jack said
Well, I asked the girls if they wanted a little campout of their own. Elizabeth said
And we voted yes! Emily said
Democracy in action a girl said
Great. The thing is, you can't be, uh, here. Jack said
Isn't this public land? Elizabeth said
Yeah, but I mean, this... this was gonna be our spot jack said
I think that's room enough for everyone. Elizabeth said Right. Okay. Uh, okay, boys, let's make camp over there. Jack said
Uh, no, jack, not over there Elizabeth said
Uh, why not? Jack said
Because it's covered in poison ivy. Elizabeth said (Girls giggling)
All right, not there, boys. Uh... make camp over here. Thanks, girls. Jack said
Back to work! Elizabeth said
Meanwhile in town at lee office
Good evening, lee. Rosemary said
Hello Lee said
I bought those supplies you asked for. Rosemary said
Wow I think I'm in the wrong business. Make more money if I turned my sawmill into a paper mill. Lee said
Speaking of money Rosemary said
Mmm Lee said
Funny that. Katie yost told me your account was overdue Rosemary said
Really? Hmm. I don't know if they sent me a bill last month or maybe they did, and it's just lost under all this mess. Anyway, thank you, I'll take care of it. Lee said
So it's just a misunderstanding? Rosemary said
Of course, yeah, just a misunderstanding. Lee said
Lee... I really have enjoyed helping out around here. Rosemary said
And I really appreciated having you. But you're not gonna offer to redecorate my office again, are you? Lee said
No. Uh... but I could help you economize. Rosemary said
Economize. Lee said
Streamline. Be more efficient. Cut out the waste. Improve the bottom line. Rosemary said
(Exhales) well saving money never hurts. Lee said
Well, that's right! And you're so busy already. Why don't you let me try out a few ideas? A thrift place. Cutting expenditures can boost your profits, you know? Rosemary said
So I've heard. Lee said
(Laughs) well, great! Why don't you get me your spending records for last month and I'll dive right in? Rosemary said
What, you're serious? Uh... all right. There you go. Lee said
Meanwhile at the campout
You sure about this? You haven't had much experience in the wild. Jack said
(Sigh) jack, we're a stone's throw from town. I think I'll survive. Elizabeth said
Are you, uh, gonna start the campfire by rubbing two sticks together again? Jack said
This time, I'm prepared. Elizabeth said
Ah. Jack said
We'll be singing songs together later you're welcome to join us. Elizabeth said
No, we're gonna be... we're gonna be telling some ghost stories, but you are welcome to join us. Jack said
Ghost stories ? Elizabeth said
Yeah. Jack said
Jack, are you sure about that? Some of boys are pretty young. They might get scared. Elizabeth said
Nah, boys love scary stories. Jack said
All right. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile in town at church
You're leaving? Where will you go? Abigail said
San Francisco, for starters. Frank said
And what's in San Francisco? Abigail said
A boat to someplace where no one's ever heard of Matt Landry or pastor frank hogan. Frank said
But you won't be a pastor anymore. Abigail said
Maybe I was never meant to be a pastor. Frank said
Wrong. You were meant to be our pastor. Abigail said
Well, not anymore. There's not a soul in this town that wants me to stay. Frank said
I do and you're still our pastor. I told you, you could rely on me. Abigail said
Well, you told me you needed some time to thank. Frank said
I took the time. And here I am. Maybe everybody else just needs some time, too. Abigail said
They won't even look me in the eye. If was a cook or a blacksmith, wouldn't matter what people thought but a preacher? If no one wants to here from him then he's no good to anyone. Frank said
They've listened before. All the time that you preached mercy and forgiveness, they heard you. Maybe you just need to convince them that everybody deserves a second chance. Fight them. I'll stand with you. Abigail said
Got any other suggestions? Frank said
You might pray for guidance. I'm told it helps. Abigail said
Meanwhile at the campout (owls hooting)
Okay boys. You go to sleep jack said
But what if a ghost comes Robert said
Well, there are no ghosts. Tell you what, how about I tell you a new story? About a little... a dog! Jack said
I'm afraid of dogs, too. Robert said
(On thé girls side)
Thanks for taking us camping it's fun. A girl said
I'm glad you're enjoying it. Elizabeth said
Can we do this again? A girl said
Of course we can. Elizabeth said
Robert said girls don't belong on camping trips. I told him he was silly and undemocratic. Deborah said
Good for you! Elizabeth said
Because girls can do anything. Right, miss thatcher? Deborah said
That's right, Deborah. Girls can do anything that boys can do. Now go to sleep. Elizabeth said
(Sniffling)
Oh! Opal? Are you all right? Elizabeth said
I want to go home. Little Opal. Said
Are you feeling okay? Not sick? Just homesick? Mmm. I bet you miss your nice comfortable bed and your warm quilt, huh? Do you have any stuffed animals at home? Elizabeth said
Brownie. He's a bear. Little opal said
What kind of bear? Elizabeth said
A brown bear. Opal said
Oh. (Chuckles) well, do you know what Brownie's doing right now? He's sleeping. And he's dreaming about you. Elizabeth said
Is he sad ? opal said
No! Because he knows you're coming home very soon to tell him all about your great adventure. How you saw a family of quails and sang songs. So close your eyes. And listen to the crickets. And think about brownie. And it'll be morning before you know it. Would you like me to sign to you? Elizabeth said
No. You sung enough. I like the crickets better. Opal said
Oh. Tough audience. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile in town (footsteps approaching the jailhouse )
Evening. Bill said
Are you the, uh, constable? I was told that I would find the constable her. Jay said
He's not here right now. Can I help you? Bill said
Yes. My room has been burglarized, my briefcase stolen. Jay said
Can you describe it? Bill said
Dark brown leather, hand-tooled, silver studs. Jay said
Something like this? Bill said
(Laughs) That's it! How did you ... who are you? Are you a Mountie? Jay said
Not at the moment. I'm just a friend of Dottie Ramsey. Bill said
You're the one who broke in. You stole it. Jay said
Nothing's been stolen. Everything's here. Bill said
You can't get away with this you broke the law, sir. I'll have you arrested. Jay said
On what evidence? You have your property here, so it's your word against mine. Sit down. Interesting reading there. Curious how the beneficiaries sign so-called "release forms," transferring their benefits to you. That's a nasty little racket. Lying to grieving widows, scaring them into talking tiny cash payouts, and then stealing the benefits for yourself. Bill said
You can't prove this. Like you said, your word against mine. Jay said
I'm not the law, mister, so I can't send you to prison where you belong, but there are worse place I can send you. Bill said
What do you want ? Jay said
I want you to write a check out to Dottie Ramsey for the full amount of her benefits right now. Bill said
(Stammering) I can do that. Jay said
Then I want you to go to all the other people that you stole from and return all the money you took. And I'll know if you don't. (As he shows what seems to be a Ledger book to him) bill said
I will I will. Jay said
Pleasure doing business with you. Bill said
Meanwhile at the campout
(Jack sighs) as he quietly comes up to the fire that is still burning outside the side
Did you have any trouble putting the boys to bed? Elizabeth said
Nope. Jack said
So why are they all in your tent? Elizabeth said
Well, like you said, some of them are pretty young. Jack said
Mmm mmm-hmm. Elizabeth said
Okay, maybe... maybe we should've... We should've sung songs with you. Jack said
(Laughs) what? Elizabeth said
You look comfortable here. Jack said
I am Elizabeth said
It's far from civilization no motor cars, mansions, no French boutiques? Jack said
no crowds, No noise Elizabeth said
Yeah, just bad weather, bugs and wild animals. Jack said
(Sighs) bright stars, fresh-caught trout, babbling brooks Elizabeth said
Well, it sounds like you could live out here. Jack said
You know, I think I could. Elizabeth said
Well, I don't, I don't mean in a tent. I'm talking about a house, with a nice stove, bathtub, an icebox. Jack said (Both chuckling)
A nice, warm, comfortable feather bed. Elizabeth said
Waking up next to the one you love every morning. Jack said
It sounds heavenly. (as jack kiss her) I think I'd like to write about life here. If I'm lucky, I'll get published one day. It's just a dream of mine. Elizabeth said
Well, dreams have been known to come true. Jack said
Meanwhile in town at the saloon
(Indistinct chatter)
Abigail! Care to join us? Trudy has to leave after this hand Florence said
Before she leaves, I'd like to talk to you about pastor hogan. We own him a lot,and he... what's the matter? Abigail said
Frank hogan is no longer our pastor. You do know that? Florence said
No, I don't. What do you mean? Abigail said
Mayor Gowen called an emergency meeting of the pastoral committee. We voted unanimously to remove him and start looking for a replacement. Florence said
You fired frank in a secret meeting? Abigail said
A private meeting. Martin said
Why didn't we all have a say? Abigail said
To what end? He posed a threat to the community. We know what we have to do. It's done. Martin said
Undo it. Abigail said
It's too late. I've already informed mr. Landry of his termination. Martin said
A few minutes later at the church
Frank? Abigail said
(Abigail finds a note that read)
"To everything there's a season, a time to keep and a time to cast away. Goodbye, Abigail. I'll miss you." "Frank said in the latter."
The next morning at cafe
They fired Frank. The vote was unanimous. Abigail said
(Sighs) wow. Jack said
I would've thought at least one or two would've stood up for him. Elizabeth said
Gowen hand-picked that committee. Abigail said
And they did just what he wanted. Jack said
And frank didn't argue. Gowen convinced him we'd be safe without him. Abigail said
We can decide these things for ourselves. Elizabeth said
It's too late now. Abigail said
Maybe not. Elizabeth said
Where are you going? Jack said
I'm a teacher time for a lesson. Elizabeth said
Excuse me, Mayor Gowen. I want to know why you fired pastor hogan. Elizabeth said
I didn't fire anybody. The committee made the decision. Martin said
Well, the committee hardly represents the people of valley spring , and should a decision like that really behind closed doors without the involvement of the community? Elizabeth said
I'm sure that the community will support the action. Martin said
I'm not at all sure. Elizabeth said
Respectfully, miss thatcher, I don't think there's any point in rehashing this. When I informed mr. Landry of the decision, he left town without protest. I think even he realized that he doesn't belong here in valley spring . Martin said
Oh, we have no idea what Frank Hogan realized, because you never gave him the chance to speak to us. Elizabeth said
Miss Thatcher... Martin said
You may have gotten your way for now, but is this really how you want to be remembered? As the Mayor who decided everything in secret? The is a democracy, Mayor Gowen. We deserve better. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at Lee office
Good morning lee said
Good morning Rosemary said
Ooh! It's freezing here. Is there something wrong with the stove? Lee said
Uh, no. We're just conserving firewood. Rosemary said
Conserving firewood? I run a sawmill we're up to our ears in scrap wood. Lee said
Yes, and we should be selling it, not burning it. Besides, it's a balmy day. Just dress warm. You won't even feel it. Rosemary said
I won't feel it because I'll be dead from exposure. Um... are there any pencils? Lee said
Oh. (Laughs) sorry. I was using the pencil. Here. Rosemary said
"The pencil"? Lee said
Well,you only write with one hand. Rosemary said
(Sighs) I'm afraid to ask, but is there any paper? Lee said
Yes, of course there's paper, silly. You can't run an office without paper. (Chuckles) just write small, oh and use both sides to sheets per day. (Door opens and closes) Rosemary said
Meanwhile at the saloon
(Gasps) how did you get it? Dottie said
I merely helped the gentleman see reason. Bill said
Did you need to use force? Dottie said
Simple persuasion. Bill said
Oh. Too bad. (Chuckles) bill, I would have paid for this. Dottie said
Oh, no, no, no. I won't accept that. Bill said
Why not? It took time and effort you need to be compensated for that. Dottie said
Well, that's very kind of you, but helping a neighbor and taking the smirk off a crook's face, it's more than enough reward for me. Bill said
Penny for a pencil? That's ridiculous. It's highway robbery. Rosemary said
A penny for a pencil seems pretty reasonable, Rosemary. Elizabeth said
Well, not if you need ten. That's ten pennies. A while dime! Rosemary said
And? Elizabeth said
And not everybody has a dime. Rosemary said (Throws pencils in a basket)
Rosemary, is everything all right? Elizabeth said
Everything is just fine. Rosemary said
Rosemary. Elizabeth said
(Sighs) all right. No no, it is not fine. It is not fine at all. Rosemary said
Do you want to tell me what this is all about? Elizabeth said
It's Lee. He doesn't want me to know, but ...(sighs) I'm afraid his business is in terrible trouble. Rosemary said
The sawmill? Elizabeth said
You must promise me not to say a word, not to anybody. Rosemary said
My lips are sealed. Elizabeth said
I'm helping lee economize, trim the fat, tighten our belts... but when I total it all up, it's not nearly enough to make a difference..(gasps) there's thought. I could divide up his office, rent half of it out. I just have to put in a second door. Rosemary said
Rosemary, I don't have an advice column, but I thought it's time you had a talk with lee tell him how worried you are. Elizabeth said
Oh no no. I couldn't do that. Rosemary said
Why not? Elizabeth said
Because I just can't! Rosemary said
Yes, You can! Didn't you write a column about the importance of communication between two people? Elizabeth said
Well, sounds vaguely familiar. Rosemary said
So just go do it. Elizabeth said
But— Rosemary said
No buts. Just go. Now! Elizabeth said
The night in some unknown parts of the Weiland land
To everything there is a season. Time to keep silence and a time to speak. Abigail said
A time to search, and a time to give up as lost. Frank said
Obviously, you're not lost, because I found you. Abigail said
You planning on keeping me company on my ride to San Francisco? Frank said
No. I plan on taking you back to valley spring , because the people there deserve to be told the whole story. Abigail said
They don't want to hear it. I'm a danger to them. An outlaw. Frank said
You were an outlaw. Abigail said
Abigail, I am trying to protect them. Trying to protect you. Frank said
Maybe we don't need protecting. Abigail said
If anything happens –— Frank said
We face it together as a community because that's who we are in valley spring . The town needs to hear from you, frank, even if it's just goodbye. You owe us that much at least. Abigail said
The next morning was Sunday morning
I owe you all an apology. You welcome me in, you took me into your hearts. I should've trusted you with the truth. Instead, I dragged out the lie. They say the measure of a man isn't by his mistakes, but by what he learns from them. Matt Landry is dead. He made plenty of mistakes. He did some terrible things there's no denying it, but without Matt Landry, there would be no Frank Hogan. His anger taught me kindness. His greed taught me generosity. His indifference taught me compassion. Now, I don't expect you to forgive me. But I do hope you'll remember me the way you knew me as the man you called your pastor. And your friend. Thanks, everybody for coming. I really appreciate it. Frank said
You're not leaving. Not without a re-vote. This is a democracy you heard what the man had to say. All of you voting to re-hire Frank Hogan as our pastor, please rise. Abigail said
(Indistinct conversations)
You did the right thing, Mayor. Elizabeth said
Well, I'm glad you you think so. (Softly) remember, you didn't dodge a bullet in there. I shoved you out of the way. Martin said
Now that you're a woman of means what are your plans? Bill said
This may sound silly, but I've always dreamed of opening up a dress shop. Dottie said
That doesn't sound silly at all. I'm sure it would be a success. Bill said
And what about you? Have you made up your mind about the pinkest's agency ? Dottie said
Not yet. It's a nice offer, but ––Bill said
But you're an unconventional man who might not be happy in a conventional job. Here's a thought. Have you ever considered going into business for yourself? Dottie said
Well, I am part owner of Abigail's cafe May I remind you? Bill said
I mean a business of your own. Dottie said
Bill, I found your friend's widow Mary Benjamin she owns a homestead just outside of lost hills jack said
Appreciate that, jack. Bill said
No more secrets. Abigail said
To New beginnings frank said
I'm glad you didn't die when you got shot, pastor Corey said
Amen to that, son. Frank said
(Up a tree on the Ridge top overlooking the valley)
There's Matt he doesn't look like he's going anywhere. Santino said
Meanwhile at lee office
What are you doing here at this hour? Still looking for expenses for me to cut? Lee said
Lee, you don't have to put a brave face on anymore. I know about your financial problems. Rosemary said
Financial problems? What financial problems? I'm doing fine. Lee said
Oh, come on. You can be honest with me. Rosemary said
I am being completely honest. Lee said
What about the overdue accident at the mercantile? Rosemary said
It's been taken care of. Lee said
It has? Rosemary said
Yeah! The bill was just under all the paperwork on my desk just like I told you it was. Lee said
But I know about the loan! Rosemary said
The loan? Oh! Well, yeah, I'm applying for a loan to expand my business, but I do that all the time. (Gasps) wait a minutes is that is what all cost-cutting is about? You ... you think I'm going broke? Lee said
Aren't you? Rosemary said
No! Not in the least. Lee said
Well, that's what it looked like. (chuckles lee) so I was just trying to help Rosemary said
(Exhales) Rosemary, thank you for trying to save me money. That my be the sweetest thing anyone has ever done for me, but completely unnecessary. Lee said
(Sighs) oh. No, you know what is completely unnecessary? A big expense that you don't need when you are trying to expand. Rosemary said
No no, no no, no I said I was gonna build you a theater, and I am going to build you that theater. Lee said
But Valley Springdoesn't need a theater right now. It needs a bigger sawmill. More jobs, more industry a better future. Rosemary said
You sure about that? Lee said
(Chuckles) I've never been more sure of anything. So I release you from your promise. Rosemary said
Rosemary level there is gonna come a day when I am going to build you the biggest and best theater this side of the Rocky Mountains. Lee said
I know you will. And I'm really sorry I've been such a busybody. Rosemary said
Oh–– Lee said
Yes. With the thrift plan and redecorating. Just my clumsy way of attempting to be a part of your life. Rosemary said
But you are. You are a part of my life. You're the best part of my life. Lee said (as he kiss Rosemary)
Meanwhile at Elizabeth house (as thunder rumble in the distance of the Rocky Mountains with a fall moon 🌚)
Chicken's in the oven. Elizabeth said
And the wine is poured. The place looks great. So do you. Jack said
Why, constable, you make me blush. Elizabeth said
I want to make a toast to your decorating skills. Jack said
It still isn't the ritz. Elizabeth said
No, but they say "home is where the heart is." Jack said
Then my home is right said(Glasses clink)
