The next morning at Elizabeth's house
Good morning mrs. Thorsten. jack said
Good morning mr. Thorsten. You're going to a
spoil me. Elizabeth said
I'm going to try. I made eggs. I know you like them sunny side up, but I broke a few. Jack said
I'm sure I will love whatever you make. Elizabeth said
Oh, so I checked, and the cubs are gonna be in town during our honeymoon. Jack said
Oh, that's great! We'll definitely have to take in a game while we're there. I can't wait. A whole week in Chicago with you. Elizabeth said
It's gonna be a trip to remember. Jack said
Next door
Here you go. Fresh, piping hot. Today's the day we set up the donation tables outside the mercantile. I really hope the weather holds up. You know, the bank closure really has had a terrible impact on the town. With no cash to buy things, families are really feeling the pinch. Rosemary said
Yeah. Lee said
So... I went through your things. I thought you could spare your old blue striped shirt... And your green-plaid pants. Rosemary said
No! No, no, no, no. I love the green plaid pants. Lee said
Oh, so, you were listening. Rosemary said
Sweetheart, I am always listening. Lee said
Really? Rosemary said
Mm-hmm. Lee said
Then what time did I say- - ...we ware invited to jack and Elizabeth's for dinner? Rosemary said
Um... (as he sipped he's coffee) ...6:00 Lee said
I mean ... 7:00. 8:00? Lee said
Lee... didn't say anything about Jack or Elizabeth. Rosemary said
You tricked me! Fine. You can have the gray twills, but I want to keep the plaid. Lee said
I was kidding about the pants. The donation table is only for items people can actually use. Rosemary said
Ouch. Lee said
Outside on the Pond
Pastor Frank, I think I saw some fish over there. Corey said
Well, you better go get them. Frank said
okay. Corey said
I missed this. Frank said
Have you heard from Children's Hospital? Abigail said
Not yet. They said they'd let me know when they find a replacement. Frank said
Tell me about the people there. Abigail said
There was this one boy- - good kid- - kind of reminded me of Corey. His name was Anthony. He had pneumonia. Doctors didn't have much hope for him. They g gave him two weeks to live. I used to sit and read read with him every morning. Sometimes, scripture... mostly Peter Pan. Frank said (laughs)
What happened to him? Abigail said
Well, it was a long road, but he made a full recovery. Yeah, he marched himself right out of that hospital. The doctors couldn't understand it. Frank said
But you could. Abigail said
Survival requires a strength of will. Anthony wouldn't give up. I wouldn't let him. Frank said
He was lucky he had you there. Abigail said
Meanwhile A cross town at Elizabeth and Jack house (knocking)
Good morning, lovebirds! Are you awake? Rosemary said
Come on in, rosemary. Elizabeth said
Is Jack still here? Rosemary said
He's upstairs. Elizabeth said
So? How are the newlyweds? Need I even ask? I'm sure two of you are over the moon! Rosemary said
We are, thank you. If you're looking for the box of clothes, it's just there. Elizabeth said
Everyone has been so generous. I really think a lot of people are going to benefit from this. Oh! My... why, look at that. Rosemary said
(Chuckling) that was Jack. Elizabeth said
It's very romantic. Rosemary said
Hmm. He is all that and more. Elizabeth said
Oh! Rosemary
(Gasps Elizabeth) (both laughing) That's very sweet. Rosemary said
Jack and I have been writing each other notes. This one is for him to meet me at Abigail's cafe later. I have a surprise for him. Elizabeth said
Oh! Wedded bliss... Mm, there's nothing quite like it. Rosemary said
Meanwhile at the saloon
Well, that coat looks nice. Andrew said
It's a little long. And there's a hole in the pocket. Laurel said
Well, you can saw it. Andrew said
There we go. Lee said
I'm just so pleased. Look at the turnout. Rosemary said
It's a great turnout. Anyway, I got to get to work. Aww. Bye. How are you doing? Lee said
Good. A neighbor man said
Anyway, I got to go. Okay. Lee said
Lee! I'll walk you to work. Rosemary said
Meanwhile In the school yard
You got it, Philip! Corey said
What happened? Robert said
I'm sorry. The sun was in my eyes. Philip said
What sun? Robert said
I'm sorry. I couldn't see the ball. Philip said
What do you mean? It was coming right at you. Philip said
(Cowbell clanging) time for class, everyone! Elizabeth said
I can't believe you didn't catch the ball. Anna said
I said I was sorry! Philip said
Okay, Anna, enough. Everyone misses the ball now and again. Elizabeth said
I'm sorry, Mrs. Thorsten. Anna said
Don't worry, Philip. It's only a game. Elizabeth said
But I made a big mistake. Philip said
Everyone makes mistakes. Besides, you'll catch the next pop fly, and then no one will remember any of this. Run along. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at the lee county office (door opens)
Well, hello! What is all this? Lee said
I brought you a nice, hot lunch. A titan of industry can't run on an empty stomach. Rosemary said
I was just going to grab something from the saloon. Lee said
Or more like get busy working and not eat anything at all. Rosemary said
Oh, you know me so well. (Thump) oh! Oh. It's all right. It's just, uh... just a little spill. There's lots left. Looks delicious. Lee said
Yes. Well...Enjoy. Rosemary said
Oh, uh, thank you. Lee said
Meanwhile at the sheriffs office (door opens)
Sheriff Avenue? Laurel said
Can I help you? Bill said
I wanted to report something. Laurel said
What's that? Bill said
I got this coat from one of the donation tables, and I found a note in it. Laurel said
"Lucy," or "Livvy," or... Bill said
I couldn't make out the name either. Laurel said
"Your constant laughter fills my heart. Never lose the joy you find in everything around you..." Bill said
Whoever this coat belonged to might want that note back. Laurel said
Oh, I don't think so, otherwise that wouldn't have given it away in the first place. Bill said
No, I found the note in the lining of the pocket while I was sawing it. It fell through a hole. Laurel said
Well, Laurel, I'm not really sure what you want me to do with this. Bill said
I was thinking you could help me find who the owner was. Laurel said
I have more important things to do than try to track down the owner of an old coat. Bill said
You had our feet on the desk when I come in. Laurel said
Well, looks can be deceiving. Bill said
Okay, it's just... I heard you used to be good at solving things. Laurel said
"Used to"? My title was "chief Forensic Investigator."Bill said
Okay. Laurel said
Come back tomorrow and we'll ask around. Bill said
Meanwhile at the cafe
Just a few more steps. Okay. Now wait here. And no peeking. Corey said
(Laughs) I know you're there, Elizabeth. I know your perfume. Jack said
That was kind of the idea. You can open your eyes now. Elizabeth said
Our first date! Jack said
I know even then that I wanted to be your wife. Elizabeth said
This is... y-you are- - I mean, uh... Jack said
I know. Elizabeth said
Everything's perfect, Elizabeth. Jack said
Abigail made all the same dishes. Shall we eat? Elizabeth said
Actually... I want to change something tonight. I want to dance with my wife before dinner. Jack said
I heard you were in here. Hickman said
Oh, we were about to have an early dinner, Hickman. Elizabeth said
I'm sorry. I was checking on some of our timber, and when I rode by your land I saw man's up there. Hickman said
Doing what? Jack said
I don't know, but one of them was mr. Jennis, and he looked very... intense. Hickman said
What's going on? Jack said
What are you doing? Elizabeth said
Inspecting the property. Jennis said
For what? Jack said
To confirm it's value. Jennis said
Why do you care about the value? Jack owns the land. Elizabeth said
No, the bank owns the land. Jack has a loan to purchase it. Jennis said
Which I pay every month. Jack said
The bank appreciates that. Nevertheless, we'll be exercising our right to take back the land. Jennis said
What right? Elizabeth said
This land was purchased with a demand loan. That authorizes the bank to recall the loan at any time, with seven days notice Jennis said
Why would you take it back if I'm paying on time? Jack said
We have a business to run, and how we run it is none of your concern. Jennis said
The bank has a cash offer for the land. His bank needs cash. Isn't that right, ? Elizabeth said
It's all perfectly legal, I assure you. Constable Thorsten signed the loan documents, and the clause was clearly stated in it. Here. Read it. Section 14-d. Jennis said
I don't care what your documents say. We'll fight you. Elizabeth said
Well, you can try, of course, but the law is on our side. However... there's still an option for you to keep the land. Jennis said
Which is? Elizabeth said
Pay off the remaining balance within seven days. The bank will release the title to you. Jennis said
I don't have that kind of money. Jack said
Perhaps your wife could help. I understand your family's very wealthy. Jennis said
We're not borrowing from Elizabeth's family. This is our land and our fight. Jack said
Have it your way. Seven days, constable, or you forfeit the land. Jennis said
The next day at Elizabeth's and jack house
(Sighs) it's not fair. Elizabeth said
But Jennis is right. The bank can take our land. I don't know what to do. Jack said
I could contact my father. Elizabeth said
No. No, I'd rather lose the land then go to your father. Jack said
Jack. Elizabeth said
he was concerned- - that I couldn't provide for you. A few days into your marriage, I'm not gonna prove him right. Jack said
You wouldn't be proving him right. He would just be lending us the money and then we would pay him back. Elizabeth said
I'm not gonna that. But I promise you this- - I will build you a house. It may not be on that land but we'll have a house. We're a family. We're gonna see this through as one. Jack said
Meanwhile at the cafe (footsteps)
I have a blueberry scone fresh from the oven. Abigail said
My favorite. Frank said
That's the idea. What are you working on? Abigail said
My Sunday sermon. Frank said
Oh. Well, be prepared for a packed church. We missed your service while you were away. Abigail said
Oh, no pressure. Frank said
(Laughs) what do you have so far? Abigail said
"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility, value others above yourselves." Frank said
That's one of my favorite verses. Abigail said
I want this week's sermon to be about taking care of those who need help the most. Frank said
Well, volunteering at the children's hospital, it's pretty obvious you live by those words. Abigail said
Honestly, I... I feel like I haven't done enough. Frank said
Frank... your humility is an inspiration to us all. Abigail said
Meanwhile at the school
All right, everyone, these are your vocabulary words for the week. Why don't you write them all down in your notebooks? For homework, I want you to define each word, and then use each word in a sentence. Yes opal? Elizabeth said
Those look hard! Opal said
Well, yes, they are difficult, but that's how we learn, and you can use your dictionary to help you. Philip? Would you like to move closer? Elizabeth said
I'm okay. Philip said
Please move up. You can move back as soon as you finish writing down the words. Is that any better? Elizabeth said
Not really. It's still a little blurry. I can't tell what the third word is. "Sur..."S-Sur...prise? Philip said
Actually, it's "support". How long have you been having trouble reading the board? Elizabeth said
A few days. Philip said
Then I think a trip to see Dr. Sean is in order. Is your father still out of town? Elizabeth said
I'm still staying with Mrs Drayman's. Philip said
In that case, I will take you, today after school. Elizabeth said
But am I sick? Philip said
I don't think so. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at the cafe
Afternoon, Abigail. Martin said
Martin. Abigail said
I'll, uh, take a score to go. Martin said
Is everything okay? You look like someone who's about to deliver a death sentence. Abigail said
Well, not a death sentence, but not exactly a reprieve, either. You remember that I told you that it'd be hard to find an investor for the bank. Martin said
The one in Lost Hills? Abigail said
No. Not interested. Martin said
How about Richgrove? Abigail said
Nope. (Sighs heavily) No, I have another card up my sleeve, but, uh... it's a long shot. Martin said
Well, at this point, I'll take any shot. Abigail said
All right. Thank you. Mrs. Blakeley. Martin said
Mr. Gowen. Florence said
Florence. Abigail said
I've heard the rumors. It's true, isn't it? Florence said
What do you mean? Abigail said
You've put our financial future in the hands of a convicted felon. Someone who stole from us! Florence said
Florence... come with me. I'm trying to keep our bank afloat. Abigail said
It's not working. What are we gonna do? (Choking up) we can't keep living this way. Florence said
We're not giving up. Abigail said
What does that mean? That's not gonna stop us from losing everything, Abigail. Florence said
That is the only thing that will stop it. Florence, we've been through hard times, but we've stuck together. We found a way, and we'll do it again. Abigail said
I'm sorry. Florence said
Meanwhile outside of the jail house on the street
Even seen this note or coat? No? Okay. Thank you. Take that. Come on. Let's go back inside. Sorry. I tried. Bill said
Is that all Chief Forensic Investigators do? Ask around? Laurel said
No, when it's a serious crime, we dig deep, but we're talking about a coat here. Bill said
This could be important to somebody. Laurel said
I'm sure it's not. Bill said
How can you be sure? Laurel?
Well, because it's not a deed, and it's not a will, and it's not a treasure map. It's just a little note. (Huffs irately Laurel) Wait a minute. Bring that back to me. And take the coat off. The first thing we know is that... it wasn't mailed, it was handed to her, because it's not signed. Whoever gave the note or got the note had dirty hands. Bill said
Is that important? Laurel said
You never know with clues. Couldn't you have just gotten a different coat? Bill said
You looking for more clues? Laurel said
That's what Chief Forensic Investigators do. Bill said
You look like Sherlock Holmes. Laurel said
Except Sherlock Holmes is make-believe. I'm the real deal. Bill said
What's that? Laurel said
We're looking for someone with red hair. Bill said
Next-door down at the infirmary
Okay, can you read this line for me? Carlson said
S-C-U-T-I-J? Philip said
Perfect! Carlson said
Well done, Philip! Elizabeth said
Now, Cover your other eye and let's read the some line. Carlson said
T...O...V...P...I...T? Philip said
Ah. I think we know what's going on here, young man. Carlson said
We do? Philip said
Yes. You need glasses. Let's try these ones. There you go. Okay. Now... Try and read that exact same line, right there. Carlson said
S-C-U-T-I-J. Philip said
Great. And the line right underneath? Carlson said
T-H-L-S-D-A. Philip said
Look at that. I think we have a match! Carlson said
But I don't want to wear glasses. Philip said
Your eyesight is fine to see things close up. You only need these to see things that are far away. Carlson said
Exactly. Like the chalkboard, or when you're standing in the outfield, playing baseball. Elizabeth said
So I won't miss any more fly balls? Philip said
(Laughs) probably not. As long as you're wearing your glasses. Elizabeth said
The next day at mercantile
This is so sweet, but I've never owned that coat before. Molly said
The sheriff found a red hair on it. Laurel said
But it's not mine. And this is appears to be written to someone named... is it Lucy? Molly said
Did you ever know anyone named Lucy or Livvy, or anyone with that name? Bill said
Doesn't ring a bell. I'm sorry. Molly said
Thank you. Bill said
Now what? Laurel said
We keep looking for clues. Come on. Bill said
Meanwhile at the cafe
You must be glad to have Frank back. Elizabeth said
Sometimes, you don't know how much you miss someone until they come home. Abigail said
Mm. We've all missed his presence in town. Elizabeth said
I'm not sure he's all here. Abigail said
What do you mean? Elizabeth said
He won't say it, but I know how much those children and his work mean to him. Abigail said
And I know how much you mean to him. Elizabeth said
I know a part of him wants to be here, but... only a part of him. Abigail said
For now... he's here. Elizabeth said
You're right, and for that I should be grateful. Abigail said
Mm-hmm. Elizabeth said
Where is jack? Oh, wait. Let me guess. Up at that land getting ready to build that big, beautiful house of yours. Abigail said
About that... Elizabeth said
What is it? Abigail said
Mr. Jennis... Elizabeth said
Oh, no. What has he done now? Abigail said
He's taking Jack's land back. Elizabeth said
What? Abigail
He has a cash buyer for it. Elizabeth said
But he can't do that. He has an agreement with Jack! Abigail said
Well, we looked at the loan document, and he can. Elizabeth said
What are you gonna do? Abigail said
We're going to survive. For better or for worse. Elizabeth said
A little late at the school
Morning. Hi! Elizabeth said
Hey! When did you get glasses? Corey said
Yesterday. But I don't have to wear them all the time. Philip said
But when you do, you'll have four eyes. Robert said
They kind of look funny on you. Corey said
All right, children, that's enough. We don't make fun of our friends, we support them. Which is a word you should be familiar with, since it's one of our vocabulary words this week. (Children laughing) Corey, Robert- - you'll be staying in at recess today. If either of you had to wear glasses, would it feel good to be teased? Elizabeth said
No. Corey, Robert said
I want you both to apologize to Philip. Elizabeth said
Sorry. Corey, Robert said
I think you look very handsome in your glasses. Elizabeth said
I like your glasses, too. Opal said
Thanks, opal. Philip said
Meanwhile at the county house
Good morning, sweetheart. Lee said
Good morning. Rosemary said
Whatcha reading there? Lee said
Oh, just a history book. Yellowed pages of bygone days. Not really relevant anymore. Rosemary said
Breakfast is a little cold. Lee said
Yes. It's terrible when things go cold. Isn't it? Rosemary said
It is... but how did it get ice-cold? Lee said
Yes. How? Rosemary said
Um, you know, I think I'm just gonna get a scone and a coffee at Abigail's. Lee said
If you must. Rosemary said
Mm... I don't supposed you packed ma a lunch, then, either? Lee said
Well, you never notice what I pack in your lunch anyway. Rosemary said
That's not true. You made me that delicious hot soup the other day. Lee said
Lunch isn't always about food... Lee. Rosemary said
Right. Okay, well, I will, uh, see you at dinnertime, then. Lee said
Sometime later at school
I have to say, I am very impressed with your scores on these tests. It's clear you all studied very hard. And since you all did so well, I'm going to give you an extra five minutes at recess today! Class dismissed. Elizabeth said
Don't you want to come play baseball? Opal said
Now that you have glasses, you'll be able to catch the ball. Emily said
I don't feel too good. I think I'll stay inside. Philip said
Philip, have you been crying again? Elizabeth said
No. Philip said
Are you sure? Elizabeth said
I promise. But my head has been hurting, and my eyes hurt, too. Philip said
Well, sometimes that can happen when you start wearing glasses. Elizabeth said
But they're helping me see better. Philip said
I know, and I'm very proud of you for wearing them, but your lenses might be a bit too strong. I'll take you back to see Dr. Sean today after school, okay? Elizabeth said
Okay. Philip said
And in the meantime I'll get you a cold towel to help with your headache. Elizabeth said
Thank you, mrs Thorsten. Philip said
Meanwhile in town outside the café
Mr. Jennis. Abigail said
Mrs. Stanton. Jennis said
You're calling in Jack's loan? Abigail said
It's all perfectly legal. Jennis said
(Scoffs) there's what's legal and what's right, and that's not right. Abigail said
There's a buyer for that land in Bakersfield, and the bank needs cash. Jennis said
Your bank needs me. I'm trying to find investors to keep you afloat. Abigail said
As are we. Jennis said
Well, until that happens, let's be honorable and not underhanded. Abigail said
I'll take that under consideration, but I make no promises. Jennis said
Make this go away, mr. Jennis. Abigail said
Meanwhile at the infirmary
Do these headaches only come on when you're wearing your glasses? Carlson said
Nope. I get them a lot, even when I don't have the glasses on. Philip said
Philip... why didn't you tell us that sooner? Elizabeth said
I didn't want anyone to be mad at me. Philip said
Oh. Sweetheart, we could never be mad about you not feeling well. Elizabeth said
And is your vision still a little blurry, even when you're wearing your glasses? Carlson said
Sometimes. Philip said
Okay. We're gonna try something totally different. Keep looking at me and tell me, how many fingers am I holding up? Carlson said
I-I can't really see your hand there. Philip said
Okay. How how many here? Carlson said
Two. Philip said
Excellent. And on this side? Carlson said
I can't really see your hand there, either. Philip said
Okay. You hang tight here, buddy. Okay? We'll be right back. Carlson said
Carlson...what's going on? Elizabeth said
This is a lot more serious than I first thought. I think Philip has glaucoma. Carlson said
What's that? Elizabeth said
It's an eye disease that damages the optic nerve in the brain. Build up fluid in the eye, puts pressure on the nerve, and causes the eyes to water. Carlson said
Oh, so that's why Philip looked like he was crying. Elizabeth said
Yeah, and glaucoma also blurs the peripheral vision, which is why he couldn't see my hand on the side. Carlson said
Oh, no. Is he gonna be all right? Elizabeth said
Without the proper treatment, he could lose his eyesight. Carlson said
Carlson... we can't let that happen. Elizabeth said
Of course not. But I'm not an ophthalmologist. Philip needs to see a specialist at the Children's hospital right away. Carlson said
I'll send a telegram to his father. He's been working outside of Santa Clarita for the past few months. He should know. Elizabeth said
A little later at the café
So you're saying glaucoma is treatable? Abigail said
So Philip won't go blind? Frank said
His eyesight can be saved, but he's going to need surgery right away. It's a very delicate procedure that needs to be performed by an ophthalmologist. Carlson said
Frank, you must know someone at children's hospital. Abigail said
Can you help us? Elizabeth said
I do know the administrators. Maybe if I explain the situation, they can find Philip a bed. I'll go send a telegram right now. Frank said
I really appreciate it, Frank. Carlson said
I'll be right back. Frank said
I'll go with you. Carlson said
It would be devastating if Philip went blind. Elizabeth said
Elizabeth, don't you worry. Frank will move heaven and Earth for Philip to get the help he needs. Abigail said
That night at the county house (engine shuts off)
Hi, sweetheart. Lee said
Hello. Rosemary said
Listen... I know that you've been feeling a little blue lately, so... I have a surprise for you. Lee said
You do? Rosemary said
Mm-hmm. Lee said
What? Rosemary said
Come here. Lee said
Oh, Lee. You didn't have to go to all this trouble. Rosemary said
Oh, I think maybe I did. And there's more. Open it. Lee said
I know what it says, Lee. I wrote it. Rosemary said
Open it. It's the original Broadway cast. Lee said
Gilbert and Sullivan's "pirates of Penzance" and the New York Touring Company. Rosemary said
You are the love of my life, Rosemary. Lee said
Oh! Lee! Rosemary said
A toast. To married life. Lee said
To being Married to you. Rosemary said
The next day at the cafe
You see that little smudge down there? I think it might be coal dust. Bill said
That does look like it. Abigail said
I know your husband was a supervisor in the old mine. I just thought you might have some idea. Bill said
I don't recognize the coat. Abigail said
We think the person might have red hair, but we've already asked Mrs. Sullivan. Laurel said
You recognize the name Livvy or Lucy? Bill said
No. I'm sorry. Abigail said
Thanks anyway, Mrs. Stanton. Laurel said
Good luck. Wait! The name on the note it's not Lucy or Livvy. It's "Lovey". Abigail said
Lovey? Bill said
It was a nickname, and she's not the one with red hair. It was her husband. Abigail said
Several minutes later out on the sidewalk out at the saloon
Florence! Hold on a second! Bill said
Oh! Laurel! Oh, my old coat looks good on you. Florence said
We found this note in the lining of the coat. Laurel said
"Lovey...Your constant laughter fills my heart. Never lose the joy you find in everything around you." (gasps) (fearfully) Oh! I... I was sixteen when Paul gave this to me! My childhood sweetheart. My husband. You know, I had forgotten what he was in me... How I used to be... Florence said
It was all her. Bill said
Thank you so much for this. It means the world to me. I will treasure it. Florence said
Thank you for the coat. Laurel said
Oh, you're so welcome. Thank you. Florence said
You're welcome. Well done! Bill said
(As Bill glanced at the sheriff officer Saw and officer saluting another one as he rode out of town. And jack seemed sad as he walked past on his way home.)
At jack and Elizabeth house
Jack. What's the matter? Elizabeth said
I've been... (sighing) I've been given an assignment at tuolumne. Jack said
You're leaving again? Elizabeth said
Only for two months. It's to train others Mountie, it's considered a prestigious assignment, an honor, actually. Jack said
I thought we were done with that. Elizabeth said
And we almost are, I promise you. Jack said
Jack, I've been worrying about you for so long- - Elizabeth said
This is different. There's no danger. The worst that can happen is I lose my voice yelling at the new recruits. Jack said
I don't see you as much of a yeller. Elizabeth said
More like a stern lecturer. The thing is, we can't go to Chicago right now. Jack said
Then I'll go with you. Elizabeth said
To tuolumne? Jack said
Mm-hmm. Elizabeth said
(Sighing) you can't leave Valley Springfor two months. Jack said
I can for as long as it takes us to get to tuolumne and back. We'll consider it our honeymoon. I hear it's beautiful country. Elizabeth said
It's beautiful... intelligent, and understanding. Now, how'd I get so lucky? Jack said
They say each of us is born under a star. Ours aren't just lucky... they're charged. Elizabeth said
The next day
Don't worry. The doctors are gonna take good care of you once you get there. And Pastor Frank's gonna make sure you get there safely. Okay? Thank you, Frank. Carlson said
I don't want you to worry about a thing. Elizabeth said
You told my dad where I'm going? Philip said
I did. He'll be waiting for you in Santa Clarita, and we'll see you back here before you know it. Elizabeth said
Promise? Philip said
I promise. Elizabeth said
I'll miss you. Philip said
I will miss you, too. Elizabeth said
We're sorry we teased you, Philip. We didn't mean anything by it. Robert said
That's okay. Philip said
This is for you. It's from the whole class. Laurel drew the picture. Corey said
And we all signed it. Opal said
It's really nice. Thanks. Philip said
Goodbye Philip. Anna said
See you soon. Opal said
Get well. Corey said
We're gonna miss you. Robert said
Abigail... I need to talk to you about something. Frank said
I know what you have to do. Abigail said
You do? Frank said
You have to stay there, Frank. Your devotion to those children, it's your calling. Abigail said
Yeah. It really is. Frank said
You're a good man, Frank. Abigail said
Coming from you that means a lot. I wish I could ask you to go with me. Frank said
I wish I could ask you to stay. Abigail said
You take care, Corey. Frank said
When will you be back? Corey said
Well, I'm not really sure... But I'll write to you. Will you write me back? You keep listening to your mom. You'll be all right. Frank said
"As soon as the stage and left every buddy scampi didn't different directions Elizabeth went towards the Mercantile"
What do you think about camping at diamond lake? Jack said
I love it. Maybe we can catch trout for dinner. Elizabeth said
Well, maybe, but just to be safe, I packed som tins of pork and beans. Jack said
(Both laughing)
Jack... Elizabeth. Jennis said
Mr. Jennis, we don't have your money. Jack said
That's not why I'm here. As a matter of fact, I'm happy to tell you the bank will not be taking over your property. Jennis said
Well, we're grateful, of course, but what's changed? Elizabeth said
Well, you just keep up the payments and the land will be all yours soon enough. Jennis said
What do you think happened? Jack said
I have an idea. Abigail Stanton... did you say something to Mr. Jennis? Elizabeth said
Oh, I might have had a little talk with him. Abigail said
I'm guessing it wasn't a very friendly one. Jack said
Well, sometimes, people just need to be reminded how we treat each other here in valley spring . Abigail said
We are very lucky to have you as mayor. Elizabeth and Jack said
Well, given our financial situation, I don't know that everyone would agree with you right now. Abigail said
And they'd be wrong. Jack said
Thank you, Abigail. Elizabeth said
You're the best, Abigail. Jack said
Well, you two, go. Enjoy your honeymoon. Abigail said
Abigail. I've got some good news. I found a possible investor for the bank. She's gonna come to town in two week. Martin said
Oh. Thank you, Martin. Abigail said
Now, I've convinced her to come and have a look at the place, but you're gonna have to sell her on the idea of investing. Martin said
Two weeks later
Elizabeth's Journal
Jack and I had the most glorious honeymoon on the way to tuolumne. We had picnics by otsego Lake and romantic dinners at quaint restaurants. I cherished every moment. I only left jack a short time ago, and I miss him already. He'll be gone for two months, but he's training Mounties, not fighting, so I don't have the same concerns as when he left for the Northern Territories. Still... I anxiously await the day he returns and we'll be together again.
Here she comes! Rosemary said
(Rosemary's voice broke my thumb as we came into town Elizabeth though)
Here she is! Rosemary said
Welcome back! Lee said
Thank you, lee. Elizabeth said
You're welcome. Lee said
Oh! We've missed you. How was your honeymoon? Abigail said
It couldn't have been better. Elizabeth said
Ah! Who needs Chicago? Rosemary said
It was really just the two of us, finding our way. Elizabeth said
Oh, it sounds so romantic. Abigail said
Oh! How did everything go at school? Elizabeth said
(deeply relieved sigh from Florence)
Ohh! Elizabeth said
Welcome back. Florence said
Oh... okay. Elizabeth said
Uh, Mrs. Stanton? May I have a word? Jennis said
Of course, mr. Jennis said
Now, what did I miss? Elizabeth said
The children missed you so much. Florence said
I missed them , too. Elizabeth said
What is it? Abigail said
Well, I wanted to inform you that, with a little luck, in a few days, the bank should be reopening. Jennis said
Oh, well, we're not certain that Mr. Gowen's investor is going to come through. Abigail said
No, it's someone else I've lined up. His Name's Jaber Jaap. Very wealthy. Jennis said
Oh, well, that's wonderful news. Is this for certain? Abigail said
No, but we're in negotiations. He's coming by later this afternoon. He wants to meet you. Jennis said
Absolutely. Please, bring him by my office. Abigail said
Excellent. Jennis said
Sometime later that morning at school
(Crunching) I wish my mom would pack me something to snack on besides apples. Robert said
My mom says as the bank opens again, we won't have to make do anymore. Corey said
Good morning, everyone! Elizabeth said
Good morning! The students said
It's so nice to be back. I missed all of you. Elizabeth said
I missed you, too, miss thatcher. (Gasps playfully) I mean, mrs. Thorsten. Opal said
(Laughs) it's okay. I know my new name might take a little while to get used to. Elizabeth said
We all missed you. Holly said
Yeah. Mrs. Blakeley yells a lot. Robert said
And why, I wonder, did mrs. Blakeley find it necessary to raise her voice while I was away? Elizabeth said
I was good. Opal said
Robert! You know better than to eat during class time. Please save that for recess. Elizabeth said
I'll just throw it away. Robert said
You shouldn't waste food when the Mercantile's shelves are practically empty. Emily said
But they still have candy. Opal said
Mr. Yost says candy is a luxury, and you can't buy it on credit. Robert said
It's been a difficult time for everyone, but hopefully, the bank will be reopening soon, and I heard that two different people might invest money in it. Elizabeth said
What do you mean, "invest"? Opal said
Well, that's a business term that means putting money into something in order to get more money back. Elizabeth said
My mom says the bank's in trouble because they did a bad job of that. Corey said
Do all business invest? Emily said
In one way or another. Maybe we should learn how businesses work. Elizabeth said
Yeah! The students said
Meanwhile at the jailhouse
Hey. Hey, this isn't a flophouse. I'm warning you. Get up, or I'll lock you in here for good. I said- - Bill said
Never sneak up on a sleeping woman. Cara said
Cara Olivia. I wondered if I'd see you again. What're you gonna do with that? Bill said
Take it. I'm turning myself in. Cara said
After a year on the run, you decide to turn yourself in? Bill said
Well, it's not easy being a fugitive, always looking over your shoulder. Cara said
Why'd you come here? You could've surrendered to any lawman. Bill said
Well, I suppose, but you were the one who arrested me. Call me loyal. Cara said
I'd call you a lot of things, but loyal isn't one of them. Bill said
(Chuckles) come on, Bill. Thought you'd be happy to see me. Cara said
I'm always happy when a fugitive faces justice. Bill said
Is that the only reason you're glad I'm here? Cara said
The only. Bill said
Oh, come on! Don't be like that. I tried to contact you. It's true! In fact... (sighs) I was near Valley Springonce and I almost come to see you, but I didn't know how you'd react. Bill said
Meanwhile at the saloon
So this class project is about showing my students how real businesses work. There'd be at least one student assigned to every participating business, matched up by student interest, and it's only for one day. Elizabeth said
I'll do it. Dottie said
Well, I can't wait to teach a clever child how to design high fashion. And how it helps the town's economy, of course. Rosemary said
That's the spirit. Uh, who else will participate? Elizabeth said
Lee will. Rosemary said
I will? (Stammers) I mean, yes. Of course, I will. I just- - I'm not so sure your kids are gonna find what I do very interesting. Lee said
Nonsense! You're the town's biggest employer. You. Lee county, are fascinating. Rosemary said
(Laughs) (clears his throat and coughs) Excuse me. You can count me in, of course. Ned said
Great. Thank you. Carlson? Elizabeth said
Of course. I'm there anything else we need to know? Carlson said
Not really. Just go about your average day and let the students watch what you do. Please sign this if you're willing to participate. Elizabeth said
Yep. Rosemary said
Why don't you just sign me up? Lee said
Mm-hmm. Rosemary said
Okay lee said
Meanwhile at the cafe (door opens)
Hey. I need a meal for a prisoner. Bill said
Oh, sure. I'll pour you some soup. Abigail said
Uh, what's the special today? Bill said
It's gonna be meatloaf, but it won't be ready for a few hours. Abigail said
Oh. Bill said
Is it for the prisoner? Abigail said
Why? Bill said
Because you've never requested my special for a prisoner. Abigail said
Just pour me the soup. Bill said
who's been arrested? Abigail said
Cara Olivia. Bill said
Ah-hah. Abigail said
Ah-hah. What does that mean? Bill said
I'll pour you a little extra. Abigail said
Just the normal amount is fine, thank you. Whatever you're thinking, Abigail, it's just in you head. Bill said
Whatever you say. Abigail said
Meanwhile at the school after recess
Each one of these businesses has agreed to let at least one of you spend the day with them, to see how they operate. Isn't that exciting? Elizabeth said
Yeah! The kids said
Now, who is interested in what? Yes, Robert? Elizabeth said
Elizabeth
I want dr. Sean! Robert said
Oh. Very good. - "Robert." (chalk scraping board) Yes, Emily? Elizabeth said
Could I go to the dress shop? I want to because a designer when I grow up. Emily said
Then that's the place for you. Now, county Lumber is one of the most important companies in the whole town. Who is interested in spending tomorrow with mr. County? Elizabeth said
I am! Corey said
Great! Corey. Yes, Opal. Elizabeth said
I want the mercantile! Opal said
Of course. Elizabeth said
They have lots of candy there. Opal said
Yes, Holly? Elizabeth said
Ice cream shop, please. Holly said
Clever girl. Elizabeth said
Oh! Should've said ice cream shop. Opal said
Meanwhile at the jailhouse
The soup is delicious! Cara said
Yes, it is. Bill said
Come on, bill. I know you're mad at me, but why can't we just talk? Cara said
I'm not mad, and no. Bill said
This is just silly. I mean we're both eating lunch. Why can't we eat together? Cara said
Because you're on that side and I'm not. Besides, what's there to talk about? Bill said
You know exactly what there is to talk about. Cara said
Want to talk? Talk. Bill said
What happened between us... Cara said
I arrested you, you escaped, that's all there was. Bill said
Well, you... you left out a part. Big part. We kissed. Cara said
I think you kissed me. Bill said
I think I recall that you enjoyed it. Why can't you just admit it? Bill that kiss meant something to both of us. Cara said
What do you think it means? Bill said
It meant that, if circumstances were different, we could have been different. Cara said
Well, they're not, and we're not. Bill said
But it's not too late. Why do you think I turned myself in? I just want to put this behind me, and... and start fresh. Cara said
I don't know about you, but I've had enough. Bill said
Meanwhile at the Mayor office
I'm of the opinion that there is no better investment than a small town with real growth potential. Jaber Jaap said
I'm happy to hear that. Abigail said
I'm not one for false modesty, so I'll just lay it out. I've got a fantastic track record when it comes to picking which towns to invest in. Jaber Jaap said
How do you choose? Abigail said
It's not by looking into a crystal ball. I look at a map and I ask myself, "Can this town become the hub for all the other towns around it? Jaber Jaap said
This town can definitely be that. Jennis said
But it all comes down to the people and their desire for something more. Jaber Jaap said
Well, you won't find a better group of hard-working citizens than here in valley spring . Abigail said
Let me ask you this, madame mayor- - do you consider yourself pro-growth? Jaber Jaap said
Oh, I fought to bring a railway depot here. I certainly want my town to prosper. Abigail said
If I become majority stakeholders in the bank, I want to make sure we're partners in promoting new businesses and growth. Jaber Jaap said
Uh... what kind of businesses and growth are you talking about? Abigail said
Well, whatever helps this town prosper. Jaber Jaap said
Uh, I can assure you that we are all for growth and sound investments. Jennis said
The next day On Main Street
All right. Now, remember to listen and observe, but don't get in the way, and I will be checking in on you. Elizabeth said
Can we go now? Corey said
Yes! Elizabeth said (cheering continues)
Meanwhile at the jailhouse
Just got a wire saying I'm supposed to escort you to Santa Clarita day after tomorrow. Would you stop that pacing. It's annoying! Bill said
I'm sorry. I'm not used to being cooped up in a jail cell. Cara said
(Door opens)
Good morning, bill. Abigail said
Morning. Bill said
Heading to my office. Thought I'd drop off breakfast. Good morning, Cara. Abigail said
Oh, good morning, mrs. Stanton. Cara said
It's Mayor Stanton now. Bill said
Oh! Wow. I've never had a mayor cook for me before. Thank you, it's been delicious. Cara said
You're welcome. Abigail said
You didn't have to do this. Bill said
Oh, it's no bother. Abigail said
So how did the meeting with the investor go yesterday? Bill said
(Sighs) Well... to be honest, I don't have a good feeling. Abigail said
Why's that? Bill said
There's something about him I don't trust. Abigail said
Really? What's this guy's name? Bill said
Jaber Jaap. Abigail said
Jaber Jaap? Cara said
You have ears like a bat. Bill said
A single woman needs to develop every one of her senses. Cara
Especially when they're a fugitive. Bill said
Cara, do you know this Jaber Jaap? Abigail said
Well, I can't say for sure, but his name kind of rings a bell. Cara said
Maybe if she saw him, it would jog her memory. Abigail said
What? No! I'm not letting her out of my sight. Bill said
All you have to do is take a look at him, then you might remember how you've heard that name. Abigail said
Abigail, I don't think this is a good idea at all! Bill said
Do you have a better one? Abigail said
Well, what's in it for me? Cara said
How about you're lucky to- - Bill said
Bill. What would it take for you to help us? Abigail said
Meanwhile at the County office (door opens)
So? What do you think? Lee said
What do you do with all the lumber? Corey said
Well, we stack it, we dry it, and bundle it. Lee said
How much do you sell it for? Corey said
Well, that depends on what we sell and where we sell it. And then when it's ready, we put it on a railcar, and before you know it, the customer gets their order. Which reminds me. Hickman, are we on schedule to get that order to port Los Angeles? Lee said
It'll be on the train by 5:00. Hickman said
Excellent. Lee said
I see you have a sidekick today. Hickman said
Yes, Mrs Thorsten's class project. Young Corey'll be learning the ropes with us today. Isn't that right? Lee said
I want be an important business one day. Corey said
Well, you're learning from the best. Hickman said
All right, what do we got here? Uh... actually, you know, I was just about to order lunch. Are you, uh, supposed to be having lunch with your friends, or...? Lee said
Shouldn't I have lunch with you? I mean, lunch is part of your day, right? Corey said
Yeah. Sometimes, it's the best part of my day. All right, then. Let's do lunch! Lee said
Meanwhile outside on the city streets just outside of the saloon
Well, between the two potential investors, there's a good chance one of them will come through. Elizabeth said
I have my reservations about who Mr. Jennis brought in. But we'll see about the other. Abigail said
I know you want all this to be over, Abigail. We all do, but you are doing an amazing job keeping the town calm. Elizabeth said
Thank you. That looks like her now. Wish me luck. Abigail said
She has a chauffeur. I'd say you're already in luck. Elizabeth said
Elizabeth, that Emily is such a doll. Dottie said
Isn't she? Elizabeth said
Yes.( Dottie continues indistinctly)
Mrs. Powell? Abigail said
Oh, that's me, darling. Gladys said
Abigail Stanton, Mayor of Valley spring . Abigail said
Well, hello. What a quick little place you have here. Gladys said
Quaint, and so much more. Abigail said
Is that Elizabeth Letcher? Gladys said
Well, yes. Actually, it's Elizabeth Thorsten now. Abigail said
Oh. Excuse me. Elizabeth! Gladys said
Excuse me. I can't believe it! Mrs. Powell! Elizabeth said
Elizabeth! I here you're a married lady now. I always knew you'd be quite the catch. Gladys said
How do you two know each other? Abigail said
From Hamilton. My sister and I grew up with your son Duncan. Mrs. Powell is a friend of the family. Elizabeth said
Well, you're not a little girl anymore, Elizabeth, call me Gladys. Gladys said
I see you've already made some acquaintances, Grant. Martin said
Well, yes. Now and old. We were practically neighbors. Gladys said
Oh, that's right. You and Mrs. Thorsten are both from Hamilton. Martin said
Elizabeth and my son went to the same school. She would come over and help him with his homework. I paid her with cookies. Gladys said
(All laughing)
Elizabeth is out teacher here. Abigail said
Well, of course. Perfect. Gladys said
Well, shall we, ladies? Martin said
Yes. Abigail said
We'll talk soon. Elizabeth said
Yes. Gladys said
I think luck is definitely on your side now. Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at the infirmary
I want to be a doctor when I grow up. Robert said
Good! Well, study really hard. Carlson said
When's something going to happen? Robert said
Oh, Mr. Lawson's coming by in a couple hours to have some stitches removed. Faith said
Two hours? Robert said
Robert, we count it a good thing when there's no medical emergencies in town. Carlson said
Doctors make a lot of money, right? Robert said
Some do, yep. Some don't. Carlson said
How much do you charge? Robert said
Well, that all depends on what I do, and what they can pay. Carlson said
Nobody gets turned away. Sometimes, we don't charge them anything at all. Faith said
You work for free? Robert said
Occasionally, yeah. Carlson said
No wonder this town is broke. Robert said
Come along, young man. You can help me fold towels. Faith said
What does folding towels have to do with being a doctor? Robert said
You'd be surprised. Faith said
Meanwhile at the office of the mayor
Abigail and I have made an arrangement for you to meet with some of the merchants after our meeting. Martin said
God. I want to see every nook and cranny of Valley spring . I need to be convinced that there's real growth potential here. Gladys said
I think you will be. Abigail said
Martin has already filled me in on the history and statistics and little secrets. Gladys said
I wasn't aware that Valley Spring had any little secrets. Abigail said
Oh darling every town has its little secrets. Gladys said
Well, we believe in full disclosure here, which is why I need to be... honest with you. Abigail said
Oh. Sounds ominous. Gladys said
There's another investor in town looking into finding the bank. Abigail said
You didn't tell me this, Martin. Gladys said
Because I wasn't aware at the time. Martin said
I hope you're not using me as a ploy to entice this other investor. Gladys said
I don't do things like that. Abigail said
Because I am nobody's bargaining chip, and I can I assure you I will ride off into the sunset, if I get even get a whiff of that. Gladys said
You won't. Martin said
What's this other investor's name? Gladys said
Jaber Jaap. Abigail said
Never heard of him. Does he know I'm here? Gladys said.
I don't think he does. Abigail said
Well, tell him. (Clears her throat) I what everything on the up and up. And if I run into him, I will definitely introduce myself. I can let myself out. Good day, Mayor. Gladys said
(Door opens and shuts)
So where is this Jaap from? Martin said
I don't know. He says he invests in towns all over the country's. Apparently he's in the market for another one and we might fit the bill. Abigail said
You seem, uh... wary of him. Martin said
Not wary as much as cautious. Abigail said
Well, the goal here is to have valley spring bank be flush again, so two investors gives us two opportunities to do just that. Martin said
Let's hope. Abigail said
Meanwhile at Dottie's dress shop
To become exceptional dress designer, you need to have an eye for fashion, which means, you need to be able to blend color, and fabric, and style to make one perfect outfit. Rosemary said
I can do that. Emily said
Wonderful! Now, here... is one item of clothing, a white silk scarf... to start you off. Now, I want you to show me how are you would build an ensemble based on this scarf... well I hang some dresses on the back rack. You can use anything in the shop. Rosemary said
Okay! I'm done! Emily said
Already? Okay. Let me see. (gasps, breath catching) Oh... okay. (Chuckles) so the color scheme really works... sort of. Pinstripe and plaid... we may need a small lesson on patterns. Rosemary said
Meanwhile at the county office
What do you usually do in the afternoon? Corey said
Mm. Well, to be honest with you, it's not very interesting. Once I know everything is running smoothly at the mill, I, uh, I come back here and I do paperwork. Lee said
What's paperwork? Corey said
Well, I go over the ledgers, and make sure everything checks out. You know, credits, debits, that sort of thing. Yeah. Yeah, you're right, it's pretty boring. You know... your, uh, your school hour is just about up. You don't have to stick around here, if you don't want to. Lee said
I want to stay. Corey said
But don't you- - and your friends usually play baseball after school? Lee said
I can do that anytime. I want to learn about the... um... Corey said
The ledgers?. Lee said
Right. The ledgers. Corey said
(Laughs) Really? You want to learn and that the ledgers. Lee said
A-ha Corey said
Okay. Bring it on over here. You know what? It's really not all that complicated. Thank of it as... credits, debits- - money in, money out. Right? Money in- - good, we like that. Money out- - bad, we don't like that. So, here. You good at math? Lee said
Yes. Corey said
Okay. Lee said
Meanwhile at the jailhouse
We haven't got all day! Bill said
Just a moment! You cannot rush beauty, Bill. Come on out, Cara Dottie said
Well? Cara said
Well, I think- - this is fine. Bill said
"Fine"? She looks absolutely stunning! Dottie said
Thank to you. So... what do you think? Cara said
Well ... I think we should get going. Bill said
I don't know why I bother. Dottie said
Meanwhile at the mercantile
And people can move about the store and choose the items that they need, and then when a customer is ready to pay, I ring them up, using this register. Any questions? Ned said
What are those? Opal said
Uh...those are pickled eggs. Ned said
They taste like pickles? Opal said
Yes. They're very tasty. Would you like to try one? Yes? All right. Now, I pickle these myself... and I am very proud of the recipe. There you are. Do you like it? Ned said
It's delicious! Opal said
It's good, isn't it? Ned said
Meanwhile outside of the saloon.
Now remember, we wait in the saloon. When Jaap come in, you take a good look at him to see if you recognize him, then we walk out. Got it? Bill said
Got it. Cara said
You're sure? Bill said
Easy as pie! Martin Gowen? Cara said
Miss Olivia. Martin said
Now is not the time, Cara. Bill said
I think now is the time. Look at you. A free man. Unbelievable. Cara said
I could say the same about you, which does beg the question- - what is she doing out on the streets, Bill? Martin said
Oh, that's a charming question coming from a man who conspired with the people who tried to kill me. Cara said
I did my time, which is something that you'll get a feel for soon enough, should our sheriff decide to do his job. Martin said
This isn't your business, Martin. It doesn't concern you. Bill said
You testified against me, bill. Now I see you're talking a stroll down the boardwalk with my co-conspirator. Martin said
No, no, no. You and me are not the same. Cara said
Actually speak volumes, Miss Olivia. Keep a close eye on her, bill. Make sure she doesn't get away from you again. Martin said
Meanwhile at infirmary
Ahh... Robert said
(Door opens) Doc? John said
What happened, John? Carlson said
Ah, a board bucked going through the saw at the mill. Got a sliver I can't get rid of. John said
Let's take a look at it. Carlson said
Oh! Finally. Robert said
Oh, do you mind if Robert stays in the room? It's part of his class project. Faith said
Sure, yeah, John said
Oh yeah. It's wedged in there pretty deep. Carlson said
This... is what we use to sterilize the area, so the wound doesn't get infected. Faith said
Could you grab me the forceps, please? Carlson said
Forceps. Faith said
Okay. Tch. This might hurt a little bit, John. Uh wait. Are you- - Carlson said
Oh! Faith said
Meanwhile at outside
Now, you must see our beautiful church. Florence said
It is so charming. It's just over there. Molly said
Getting to know valley spring ? Elizabeth said
Oh! Yes. These ladies have been giving me the grand tour. Where are you headed? Gladys said
Oh, I'm just checking on some of my students. Elizabeth said
Ah. Well, I'll walk with you. Gladys said
Oh, we haven't shown you the railroad depot yet! Molly said
It is brand-new. Florence said
I saw it on the way in. Quaint. Well, thank you very much for the tour. Gladys said
Oh, our pleasure. Molly said
You have a lovely day. Florence said
And if there's anything else you need, you know where to find us. Molly said
Well, the people here are quite enthusiastic about this town. Gladys said
Because it truly is such a special place. Did you meet some of the merchants yet? Elizabeth said
I did. They are quite friendly. I stopped by the saloon, as well. It's a little rough around the edges, but it serves its purpose, and some delicious libations as well. Gladys said
(Both chuckling) well, I don't know much about investments, but I do know people, and you won't find any better than here in Valley spring . Elizabeth said
Mm. Elizabeth... Are you trying to turn our social visit into a business one? Gladys said
I just think it's important that you to get to know the town. Elizabeth said
Understand. But my business day is done. Let's talk about you. Gladys said
Oh! Well... Elizabeth said
Meanwhile at the infirmary (Groans groggily)
What happened Robert said
You just got a little woozy. Carlson said
Oh, right. Robert said
Here, drink this apple juice. Faith said
Does it have to be Apple? Robert said
Drink. It's good for you. Faith said
I'm sorry. Robert said
Ah, happens to the best of us. When I was in med school, we'd take bets who would pass out first during hospital rounds. My first few weeks there I was even odds. Carlson said
You? Robert said
Yeah. When I was your age, just the sight of blood would make me woozy. Carlson said
And you still because a doctor? Robert said
Yeah, and so could you, if you really want it, if you don't give up. Carlson said
Thanks. Robert said
So, now... you feeling better? Carlson said
Yeah. Robert said
Good. That'll be $2.00 Carlson said
What? Robert said
For my medical services. Carlson said
Um... I don't have any money. Robert said
Oh. What do you think, doctor? Should we call the sheriff? Have him arrested? Faith said
I think... we should do this one free of charge. Don't you think? Carlson said
Absolutely. Robert said
Meanwhile at the saloon
Why did you let Gowen come back to valley spring ? Cara said
I didn't have much say in the matter. Bill said
Doesn't sound like the Bill Avenue I remember. Seemed to me you were used to getting your own way. Cara said
Well, not this time. Abigail believes people can change. Bill said
Mm. And you don't? Cara said
I suppose you're gonna tell me that you're a new person now. Bill said
Well, it sounds like, if I did, you wouldn't believe me. Cara said
You're probably right. Bill said
And you'd be wrong. Cara said
Maybe Jaap's out for the day. Bill said
Listen, all I want is a normal life again, with good people in a good town. Cara said
Then for your sake, I hope you find that. There he is. You recognize him? Bill said
Hmm. I think I might need a closer look. Cara said
Hey, hey- - Bill said
Hello. You're new around here, aren't you? Cara said
Why, yes, I am. Jaber Jaap said
I know everybody here in Valley Spring and I don't recognize you. Cara said
Maybe we can remedy that. Jaber Jaap said
No. I don't sit with a man who doesn't stand few a lady. Cara said
Pardon me, ma'am. May I? Please. Jaber Jaap said
Thank you. Cara said
Meanwhile at outside
I remember you always wanted to be a teacher and a writer. Gladys said
So far, I've only accomplished the one. Elizabeth said
Well, don't give up. I recall you were quite good. Gladys said
Thanks. Elizabeth said
It is quite something to see... the woman that you've grown into. Gladys said
Oh. Elizabeth said
And I hear your wedding was quite the affair. Gladys said
Oh, ho! So I guess Florence and Molly did more than just show you the sights. Elizabeth said
Oh, those two ladies can spin a tale. Sorry, oh, no! It was quite entertaining. I don't know what's more extraordinary, the hero Mountie, or your- - your father coming around. Gladys said
(Laughs Elizabeth)
I'd say, by the blushing bride, it's the Mountie. Gladys said
And you would be right. But enough about me, how have you been? Elizabeth said
Well, most of my time is spent in business meetings or on the road, traveling to other businesses meetings. Gladys said
How's Duncan? Elizabeth said
I'm sure he's fine. Gladys said
Well, that doesn't sound very convincing. Elizabeth said
My son and I haven't spoken in a number of years. Gladys said
I'm so sorry. I had no idea. May I ask what happened? Elizabeth said
It's not important. Well, I better go. I need to rest up, I have a big day tomorrow. Gladys said
I Hope I didn't say anything wrong. Elizabeth said
No, darling. I'm just feeling a little tired. And I think it might be time to have another gander around the saloon. Gladys said
Meanwhile at the mercantile
Hello? Elizabeth said
Hello! May I help you? Opal said
(Laughs) Opel... oh, maybe later. Elizabeth said (Laughs)
Meanwhile at the saloon (laughs)
And then I fired him. Jaber Jaap said
Oh... well. This has been delightful. Cara said
Allow me. Mademoiselle... Jaber Jaap said
Meanwhile outside of the saloon
Well? Bill said
Oh, I recognized him right when he walked in the door. Cara said
Why did you sit at his table? Bill said
I wanted to see the look on your face. Cara said
Tell me about jaap. Bill said
That night at the café
A few months ago, I passed through this small Texas town Odessa, and Jaap ran the bank. Cara said
Tell her what kind of town it is. Bill said
Well, there was lots of gambling and, well, it's not a family town if you know what I mean. Nothing like valley spring . Cara said
Kind of place where the sheriff and the mayor are happy to look the other way. Bill said
Were they being paid off? Abigail said
Well, I can't say for sure, but it looked like he controlled the whole town. Cara said
(Exhales) We need to more information on mr. Jaap. Abigail said
I have a friend that's a Texas Ranger. I'm gonna wire him to him to make sure her story checks out. Bill said
The next day at school
All right, everyone. Today, we're going to discuss what we learned about business. Emily? Elizabeth said
I learned there are rules to being creative. It's best that- - you know them before you break them. Emily said
(Laughs) Okay! Excellent point. Yes, Opal? Elizabeth said
I like eggs. Opal said
Wonderful, sweetheart. Robert? Elizabeth said
I learned that doctors don't always make a lot of money. Sometimes, they don't charge because it's the right thing to do. Elizabeth said
Well, if you're lucky enough to have a doctor like Carlson Sean. Has anyone seen Corey? Elizabeth said
(footsteps) (door opens) uh, everyone, please open up your readers and start reading from pages ten. Elizabeth said
So, look who I found at the sawmill this morning. Lee said
Corey... you know our project was only for one day. Why did you go there? Elizabeth said
So that I could spend another day with mr. County. Corey said
Well, is there a reason why you wanted to do that? Elizabeth said
I don't know. It was fun spending time with him. Corey said
Oh, well, that's nice! Lee said
Well, Corey, Mr. county has work and you have school, so why don't you take a seat and open up your reader? Elizabeth said
Okay. Bye, Nr. County. Corey said
Bey, Corey. (Hushed) He stayed late yesterday so I could teach him how to sign paychecks. I don't know. His friends were playing outside. He didn't care. Lee said
I suspect this is about more than just signing some checks. Elizabeth said
Yeah, I suspect so. But that's all right, I get it. My father was a traveling salesmen. He was home maybe three times a month. He sold carpets-sweepers. Very boring. I had to pretend to be interested, just so I could spend a little more time with him. But why am I telling you because you already know this cousin. Lee said
(Laughs) Well, thanks for bringing him back. Elizabeth said
Yeah, it's okay. No problem. Bye, Elizabeth. Lee said
Bye. Elizabeth said
That afternoon outside the saloon
Gladys ! How are you doing? Elizabeth said
Elizabeth. Well, I spent the morning reviewing the bank's books. Gladys said
What did you find? Elizabeth said
Well, numbers don't lie, darling, and... it's not pretty. Mr. Jennis... he's made some very bad loans. Gladys said
(groans in dread Elizabeth)
But there are opportunities for growth here in valley spring . Gladys said
And have you made a decision? Elizabeth said
Not yet. I still have a few books to review. I'm pretty thorough. Gladys said
You know, Gladys, I can't help thinking about you and Duncan. You two used to be so close. Elizabeth said
Well... Ahem. Things change. Gladys said
But between mother and son, things shouldn't change like that. Elizabeth said
I really must go. Gladys said
Just a head up near the café Abigail was sweeping.
How's your reunion going with Mrs. Powell? Abigail said
Well, it was going well, until I found out she hasn't spoken to her son in years. Elizabeth said
Oh. I'm sorry to hear that. Abigail said
Me too. When we were young, Duncan was one of my best friends. I just wish there was something I could do. Elizabeth said
I wonder what happened. Abigail said
I'm not sure. I know their family was never the same after Duncan's father died. Elizabeth said
It never is. Abigail said
You know, there's anything boy I was hoping to talk to you about- - Corey. He didn't show up for school this morning. Instead, he went back to Lee's mill. Now, Lee brought him back to school, but it was clear that Corey wanted to spend more time with him. Elizabeth said
I think Corey's at an age where he needs a man in his life. Abigail said (Door opening)
I'll leave you two alone. Elizabeth said
How are you doing, Corey? Abigail said
I'm okay. Corey said
I hear you didn't go to school this morning. Abigail said
I was learning a lot at the mill. Corey said
I bet you were, but you do know, you have to go to school. Abigail said
I know. Corey said
Corey... I fell terrible that I've been spending all this time on the bank stuff. Abigail said
I understand. It's important stuff. Corey said
It is, but not more important than you. I love you, Corey. Abigail said
I love you, too mom. Corey said
Hey, how about this weekend, you and I go to your favorite fishing spot? Abigail said
Sure. Corey said
(Knocking at door)
I'll get it. Corey said
Hi, Mr. county! Corey said
Hey, Corey. Hi, Abigail. Lee said
Lee! I was hoping- - that Corey could help me with something today. Lee said
What's that? Corey said
I was thinking we could play some catch. Lee said
Really? Corey said
Well, the mill has a team, and we have this big game next month, and, uh, well, the truth is, I'm a little rusty, but I heard you're fantastic. So I was thinking maybe you could show me a few things. Lee said
Could I ever! I mean... May I? Corey said
Yes, you may. (Whispers) Thank you. Abigail said
(Quietly) you're welcome. Come on, young man. Let's go! Lee said
(Footsteps) Bill. What did you find out? Abigail said (closing the café door)
Everything Cara said checks out. Jaap. Has a history of taking small towns and turning them into something we don't want. Bill. said
We need to warn Jennis. Abigail said
(As they came up on the bank) oh, no. Mr. Jennis. Abigail said
I have wonderful news, Mayor Stanton. Mr. Jaap has agreed to take a majority share in the bank. Jennis said
We're gonna do great things with town. Mr. Jaap said
The night on the Radia (stars book mouse 62 my heart)
as a titled I really says You were all talk about marriages then and what we have now I know in my phone family my grandmother was a widow at age forty-nine that's my age but she never remarried literally age ninety today is just a different time I wish they we I wished that there were some of the same worlds they had back then keep up the great work at of the town's radio station. Dames said
That the talking about monogamous relationships Melissa said
One last review we have. Great radio program as always from Sarah Princess 93 I LOVE she wrote that in capital letters Listening to this radio program you all bring so much insight into the town, you're so much fun to listen to you I love listen while commuting to my job where I'm a preschool teacher I'm always inspired by the way Elizabeth cares for her students thank you for all the time work and hearts throughout she wrote in capital letters you put into this. Dames said
Thank you. Melissa, Dames said
Your a preschool teacher. Dames said
That's great amazing I mean praise to all the teacher in world. Melissa said
Yes I out to my cousin Brooke who who is a teacher she teaches a grade school and she is west back in Ohio I she's a good teacher. Dames said
I have four cousins they're all grade school teacher apparently I did not go into that profession but applaud to them also my dad's a teacher too. I didn't go into education but I do appreciate it. Melissa said
Yes we appreciate. Dames said
Festers, Teachers education it's super important. Thank you everyone so yeah keep reading. Please we will show you love back. Let's get into Abigail and then bank so we Jaap like we talked about but for someone get more into Gladys coming from Hamilton what were your thoughts on Gladys first of all. Melissa said
Another person from Hamilton. I wasn't sure about her at first I was i kept looking at her and conveying kind of strong Woman who's here to actually vet the town and but also she had had underlining sadness which we find out about later she went when she saw Elizabeth she knew her from before was happy to see her like she couldn't be a loving warm person but she also seemed a little cold and distant. Dames said
Yeah she seemed like someone who is been wronged by a lot of people like she's had a lot of heartbreak in her life or someone has you know really messed her over maybe in situations when it comes to business or people have done and done wrong and sure you can tell there she's definitely tainted. A little bit not not terribly tainted but she's very very wary and I can I'll give her that and but I loved the fact that she was so straightforward and honest upfront you know not using me as a ploy to help entice this other investor not a bargaining chip and I love how she's said her standards like I'm here to do one thing. The fact that she knows Elizabeth and she got to know people a more personal level with everybody in the town compared to Jaap who didn't Jaber Jaap he came in what were your thoughts 💭 of Jaap. Melissa said
Again I'm always leery when a new male comes to town. Dames said
You know me I don't already trust men in general. Here's another guy sorry I already checked out Melissa said
But no I uh yeah I never trust the whole run away and but i'm always leery of them because this is our town I'm like I read you know the jury still is is still out I was like not I just think there's something off about him I agree somethings wrong. Dames said
Right and I I don't want to bring gender issues into this also but we see the town get messed over it's all the men. Melissa said
All of us man oh you're bad. Dames said
Gowen, wade barrett, we had Ryan Wainwright and now we have Jaber Jaap there are men. Melissa said
We should run the world winning for all women should just run the world. Dames said
I like Gladys so much more she so more more more honest than Jaap because we know he has ulterior motives then we find out the backstory from thankfully Cara of all people is also a woman who is been wronged by the men in this town and finding out more back story I'm Jaap He gets owner and clean and claiming basically the town and controlling the towns this is just another one he's is like a parasite why must we go with a man. Melissa said
That's the way man were like that that's how they are. Dames said
But you know what for like universal themes Of this town of this book and a pawn is show go with the women there for for once. Melissa said
Yeah ya know the woman are there I I'm all for the women of taking charge you saying that we need a woman that's a villain you're right it's a yeah I don't think Gladys or Cara isn't either so you need an outsourced as a regular villain that Alexis Carrington Colby for what for the town and any dicey fun know that reference. Dames said
Gladys obviously the better choice but we see at the end of the chapter that Jennis already he messed with the town too and he and the finances and he already made a deal with Jaap. Melissa said
Right there shaking hands and Bill and Abigail are running up to and it's like too late. Dames said
Is anything on paper handshake is a handshake but on on paper if it's legal lysed notarized who knows I think but Abigail should have some pole to overrule this. Melissa said
I think it's a great cliffhanger oh they're shaking hands OK and and that was that. Dames said
So let's get into predictions. Melissa said
I don't really have one you're usually crazy really good. Dames sait
I think because we had hints of Gladys dropping the whole information thing that she's not in touch with her son Duncan anymore I Think Elizabeth is going to help remedy that I think she's help reconcile because she's she knows Dunkin on a personal level she hasn't talked to him but but Elizabeth knows that Gladys is actually upset about this so Elizabeth being the good person that she is I think she's actually gonna take the initiative to help reconcile this relationship. That's all I have. Melissa said
