1 00:00:04,295 --> 00:00:06,172 Previously on When Calls the Heart... 2 00:00:06,214 --> 00:00:07,424 The Governor is coming. 3 00:00:07,465 --> 00:00:09,384 I- I don't know what I was thinking! 4 00:00:09,426 --> 00:00:11,344 I'm the one who wrote the letter promising things 5 00:00:11,386 --> 00:00:13,555 I could never deliver, and certainly not by tomorrow. 6 00:00:13,596 --> 00:00:14,639 [all] Tomorrow? 7 00:00:14,681 --> 00:00:16,349 There's a piece of land, it's my land, 8 00:00:16,391 --> 00:00:17,684 and I want to sell it to you. 9 00:00:17,726 --> 00:00:18,560 I accept. 10 00:00:18,601 --> 00:00:19,352 Then it's a deal. 11 00:00:19,394 --> 00:00:21,021 The water has disappeared. 12 00:00:21,062 --> 00:00:22,355 You'll want to fix this, Bouchard. 13 00:00:22,397 --> 00:00:23,481 [Lucas] They're stealing the water. 14 00:00:23,523 --> 00:00:25,233 [Rosemary] And sending it to Union City. 15 00:00:25,734 --> 00:00:27,902 [Florence] A constable has been taken hostage 16 00:00:27,944 --> 00:00:29,529 and there's been reports of shots fired. 17 00:00:29,571 --> 00:00:31,322 [Molly] I wonder if Nathan's heard anything. 18 00:00:31,906 --> 00:00:33,575 Elizabeth? What is it? 19 00:00:33,616 --> 00:00:35,702 [hyperventilating] I can't go through this again. 20 00:00:35,744 --> 00:00:37,203 Not again. 21 00:00:38,747 --> 00:00:42,208 Losing Jack was the hardest thing I ever went through, 22 00:00:42,250 --> 00:00:43,710 and the thought of losing someone else 23 00:00:43,752 --> 00:00:45,211 in the line of duty, 24 00:00:45,253 --> 00:00:47,088 one who means so much to me, 25 00:00:47,130 --> 00:00:49,424 has rekindled old fears I'd put away. 26 00:00:49,924 --> 00:00:53,345 It feels like we have a shadow over us for so many reasons. 27 00:00:53,386 --> 00:00:55,555 Things that seemed important yesterday 28 00:00:55,597 --> 00:00:58,933 pale in comparison to what is now at stake. 29 00:00:58,975 --> 00:01:00,727 I think we should appeal to the Governor. 30 00:01:00,769 --> 00:01:02,312 What, and tell him about Union City Holdings? 31 00:01:02,354 --> 00:01:04,397 Explain the scheme to steal the water. 32 00:01:04,439 --> 00:01:07,067 The scheme requires Union City buying the water, 33 00:01:07,108 --> 00:01:08,902 and as Governor he can veto that contract. 34 00:01:08,943 --> 00:01:10,028 That's great, Lucas. 35 00:01:10,070 --> 00:01:11,237 Yeah, it's worth a try. 36 00:01:11,279 --> 00:01:12,655 We can appeal to his sense of fairness, 37 00:01:12,697 --> 00:01:15,784 about doing what's right for the people of Hope Valley. 38 00:01:15,825 --> 00:01:16,951 I spoke with Edwin Mitchell. 39 00:01:16,993 --> 00:01:18,453 Edwin? 40 00:01:18,495 --> 00:01:19,913 It turns out Edwin is the Governor's advance man. 41 00:01:19,954 --> 00:01:21,414 And, as luck would have it, 42 00:01:21,456 --> 00:01:23,083 the Governor and his team would like a meeting with me 43 00:01:23,124 --> 00:01:25,085 to discuss my future. 44 00:01:25,126 --> 00:01:26,419 Your future? 45 00:01:26,461 --> 00:01:28,213 It simply gives me an opening with Balfour. 46 00:01:28,254 --> 00:01:29,923 [Lee] Which is exactly what we need. 47 00:01:29,964 --> 00:01:33,093 If we can get the Governor alone I'm sure you can convince him. 48 00:01:33,134 --> 00:01:35,095 So you just need to find a way to get him alone. 49 00:01:35,136 --> 00:01:37,847 What about a tour? You could show him the sights. 50 00:01:37,889 --> 00:01:39,099 Our famous hot springs. 51 00:01:39,140 --> 00:01:40,684 And then pull the Governor aside. 52 00:01:40,725 --> 00:01:42,602 I can show him what's happening in real life. 53 00:01:42,644 --> 00:01:44,270 How the water levels are dropping. 54 00:01:44,312 --> 00:01:46,106 The water levels are dropping? Since when? 55 00:01:46,147 --> 00:01:47,107 They're stealing it already. 56 00:01:47,148 --> 00:01:48,441 So we'd better hurry. 57 00:01:48,483 --> 00:01:49,943 [door opens] 58 00:01:49,984 --> 00:01:51,486 Sorry I'm late. 59 00:01:51,528 --> 00:01:52,654 It turns out I've been assigned 60 00:01:52,696 --> 00:01:55,073 to the Governor's personal security detail. 61 00:01:55,115 --> 00:01:57,951 Kind of like a one-man honor guard thing. 62 00:01:57,992 --> 00:01:59,369 Anyways, what did I miss? 63 00:01:59,411 --> 00:02:01,121 We are going to appeal to the Governor. 64 00:02:01,162 --> 00:02:02,664 I'll fill you in later. 65 00:02:02,706 --> 00:02:06,251 Nathan, having you by the Governor's side is perfect. 66 00:02:06,292 --> 00:02:10,296 We need to surround him with trusted messengers of truth. 67 00:02:10,338 --> 00:02:13,299 Actually, Rosie's right. You are the perfect messenger. 68 00:02:13,341 --> 00:02:15,301 -Of truth. -Of truth. 69 00:02:15,343 --> 00:02:17,303 And I hear you're getting a medal at the ball tonight. 70 00:02:17,345 --> 00:02:19,639 Oh, you are? For rescuing the hostage? 71 00:02:19,681 --> 00:02:21,599 You deserve it, my friend. You're a hero. 72 00:02:21,641 --> 00:02:24,519 Well, you're the one saving the town. 73 00:02:24,894 --> 00:02:27,731 I'm just doing what I can. I need all the help I can get. 74 00:02:27,772 --> 00:02:28,815 You got me. 75 00:02:28,857 --> 00:02:30,191 Unfortunately, Elizabeth and I 76 00:02:30,233 --> 00:02:32,610 already have a long list of items for tonight. 77 00:02:32,652 --> 00:02:33,361 Well, I'm game. 78 00:02:33,403 --> 00:02:34,362 Great. 79 00:02:35,822 --> 00:02:36,823 Wish us luck. 80 00:02:37,115 --> 00:02:38,283 Godspeed. 81 00:02:44,956 --> 00:02:45,707 Elizabeth. 82 00:02:46,583 --> 00:02:48,418 Bill. Is everything okay? 83 00:02:48,460 --> 00:02:51,463 I just got off the phone with the land office in Union City. 84 00:02:51,504 --> 00:02:54,007 They have no record of my land being sold to Madeline St. John. 85 00:02:54,049 --> 00:02:55,342 But you called the land office? 86 00:02:55,383 --> 00:02:56,926 I saw her sign the deed. 87 00:02:56,968 --> 00:02:58,762 Why wouldn't she have it recorded? 88 00:02:58,803 --> 00:02:59,679 Where is she? 89 00:02:59,721 --> 00:03:00,680 She's in Buxton. 90 00:03:00,722 --> 00:03:01,973 Well, how do you know? 91 00:03:02,015 --> 00:03:04,809 The book I showed you? The one Jamie sent to me? 92 00:03:04,851 --> 00:03:07,187 I didn't notice it at first but there's a return address. 93 00:03:07,228 --> 00:03:09,564 Buxton Inn and Public House. 94 00:03:11,816 --> 00:03:13,026 I have to find them. 95 00:03:13,068 --> 00:03:14,361 Are you sure that's a good idea? 96 00:03:14,402 --> 00:03:15,612 Well, this means that Madeline 97 00:03:15,653 --> 00:03:17,530 is still holding on to the deed to my land. 98 00:03:17,572 --> 00:03:18,823 I meant for you. 99 00:03:18,865 --> 00:03:21,368 I need to find out the truth about everything. 100 00:03:21,409 --> 00:03:23,244 Then she can make whatever choice she wants. 101 00:03:29,793 --> 00:03:30,919 [door opens, closes] 102 00:03:30,960 --> 00:03:32,837 -Whoa. -Oh! So sorry. 103 00:03:34,464 --> 00:03:35,924 Congratulations on your medal. 104 00:03:35,965 --> 00:03:38,051 Oh, uh... it's nothing. 105 00:03:38,635 --> 00:03:40,303 It didn't sound like nothing. 106 00:03:40,345 --> 00:03:42,430 Really, Elizabeth. It's not a big deal. 107 00:03:44,265 --> 00:03:45,725 I think Lucas has a good plan. 108 00:03:45,767 --> 00:03:47,811 Yeah, you know, if anybody's gonna pull it off it's him. 109 00:03:47,852 --> 00:03:49,187 Looks like all those years of playing poker 110 00:03:49,229 --> 00:03:50,480 are finally gonna pay off. 111 00:03:52,232 --> 00:03:53,483 Good luck today. 112 00:03:53,858 --> 00:03:54,776 Hopefully we won't need it. 113 00:03:55,151 --> 00:03:56,319 Still... 114 00:03:57,904 --> 00:03:58,947 Be safe. 115 00:04:02,909 --> 00:04:05,537 [theme music] 116 00:04:05,578 --> 00:04:20,510 * 117 00:04:20,552 --> 00:04:31,688 * 118 00:04:35,775 --> 00:04:38,695 How are we supposed to put on a black tie gala ball... 119 00:04:42,157 --> 00:04:44,701 Pretending that the town isn't facing ruin? 120 00:04:45,160 --> 00:04:48,371 If only we had an actress who could chair the gala committee. 121 00:04:49,372 --> 00:04:50,540 Point taken. 122 00:04:51,332 --> 00:04:52,667 Good morning! 123 00:04:52,709 --> 00:04:55,253 Isn't it just a splendid day today? 124 00:04:55,295 --> 00:04:56,504 Alright, no need to overdo it. 125 00:04:56,546 --> 00:04:57,213 What? 126 00:04:57,255 --> 00:04:57,839 [Florence] Elizabeth! 127 00:04:58,173 --> 00:04:59,007 Oh! 128 00:05:00,508 --> 00:05:04,054 There is a package for you from Hamilton and the box is- 129 00:05:04,095 --> 00:05:05,096 [Rosemary] Is it a dress box? 130 00:05:05,138 --> 00:05:05,847 Yes. 131 00:05:05,889 --> 00:05:07,724 [squeals] 132 00:05:07,766 --> 00:05:09,809 Elizabeth, it's your wedding dress! 133 00:05:09,851 --> 00:05:10,852 Finally! 134 00:05:12,979 --> 00:05:14,522 Why aren't you excited? 135 00:05:14,564 --> 00:05:17,817 I am, it's just with everything going on the wedding feels... 136 00:05:18,860 --> 00:05:22,030 Elizabeth, this is exactly the distraction we need. 137 00:05:24,157 --> 00:05:25,450 Come now. 138 00:05:29,245 --> 00:05:30,663 Shall we have a look? 139 00:05:30,705 --> 00:05:34,918 Oh. As matron of honor I have to make that a firm no. 140 00:05:34,959 --> 00:05:36,211 Oh. 141 00:05:36,252 --> 00:05:38,046 Sorry, I suppose I defer to Rosemary on this. 142 00:05:38,088 --> 00:05:39,881 You can't blame me for trying. 143 00:05:40,715 --> 00:05:45,178 Is there something happening? Everyone seems a bit glum today. 144 00:05:45,220 --> 00:05:47,013 Oh, no, no. We were just- 145 00:05:47,055 --> 00:05:49,516 Doing some final planning for the ball tonight. 146 00:05:49,557 --> 00:05:51,267 Oh, right. The ball. 147 00:05:51,768 --> 00:05:53,687 You'll be there, right? You and Ned? 148 00:05:53,728 --> 00:05:54,813 Yes, of course. 149 00:05:54,854 --> 00:05:58,775 I just... I don't know what to wear. 150 00:05:59,651 --> 00:06:02,153 Nothing I have feels fancy enough. 151 00:06:03,738 --> 00:06:06,533 You leave that with us. We'll get back to you. 152 00:06:06,574 --> 00:06:07,575 Oh. 153 00:06:08,618 --> 00:06:09,619 Alright. 154 00:06:13,665 --> 00:06:15,000 Are you thinking what I'm thinking? 155 00:06:15,041 --> 00:06:16,167 Not only am I thinking it 156 00:06:16,209 --> 00:06:17,669 I'm doing an inventory in my mind 157 00:06:17,711 --> 00:06:21,131 of all my ball gowns trying to decide which one is best 158 00:06:21,172 --> 00:06:23,216 for our dear Florence. 159 00:06:23,258 --> 00:06:24,801 Oh, let's go. 160 00:06:32,726 --> 00:06:34,978 We have to make sure Lucas doesn't see us. 161 00:06:35,020 --> 00:06:37,856 It's very bad luck for the groom to see the dress 162 00:06:37,897 --> 00:06:39,399 before the wedding. 163 00:06:39,441 --> 00:06:41,651 I believe that only applies when the bride is in the dress. 164 00:06:41,693 --> 00:06:43,695 -Oh, Elizabeth. -It's in a box! 165 00:06:43,737 --> 00:06:45,238 You can never be too careful. 166 00:06:45,280 --> 00:06:46,281 Is that what I think it is? 167 00:06:46,322 --> 00:06:47,407 Oh, let's see! 168 00:06:47,449 --> 00:06:48,825 You'll have to wait, I'm afraid. 169 00:06:48,867 --> 00:06:49,576 Sorry. 170 00:06:49,617 --> 00:06:50,535 Oh. 171 00:06:52,328 --> 00:06:54,205 Ooh, just a little peek? 172 00:06:54,247 --> 00:06:56,291 Oh, uh, wish we could but we can't. 173 00:06:56,332 --> 00:06:57,667 We've gotta run. 174 00:06:57,709 --> 00:06:58,585 Are you looking for Lucas? He's right over there. 175 00:06:58,626 --> 00:06:59,377 No! 176 00:06:59,419 --> 00:07:00,587 -Hey, Lucas! -No! No! 177 00:07:11,014 --> 00:07:15,185 Ah, yes, our tour. Splendid idea, Mr. Bouchard. 178 00:07:15,226 --> 00:07:19,105 I want to hear all about your concerns, your quandaries, 179 00:07:19,147 --> 00:07:20,190 what I can do to help. 180 00:07:20,231 --> 00:07:21,649 Well, thank you. 181 00:07:21,691 --> 00:07:22,984 I thought we'd start off with a tour on the buckboards 182 00:07:23,026 --> 00:07:25,737 and then we'll stop by our famous hot springs. 183 00:07:25,779 --> 00:07:27,530 They've become quite the tourist destination. 184 00:07:27,572 --> 00:07:29,616 Outstanding. I'm prepared to be inspired. 185 00:07:29,657 --> 00:07:32,035 Right this way, Governor. You're riding with me. 186 00:07:32,077 --> 00:07:34,913 Oh, Edwin, how about one of me and the Mountie here. 187 00:07:34,954 --> 00:07:35,955 And the dog. 188 00:07:35,997 --> 00:07:36,956 Of course, sir. 189 00:07:36,998 --> 00:07:37,832 Here, boy. 190 00:07:37,874 --> 00:07:38,750 He's not really good on command- 191 00:07:38,792 --> 00:07:39,834 Here, boy. 192 00:07:40,502 --> 00:07:41,628 Good boy. 193 00:07:43,463 --> 00:07:44,547 Scout. 194 00:07:47,842 --> 00:07:48,718 [snaps picture] 195 00:07:48,760 --> 00:07:50,220 At ease, Mountie. Well done. 196 00:07:50,261 --> 00:07:51,388 Uh, gentlemen? 197 00:07:51,429 --> 00:07:53,264 We should probably get in the wagons. 198 00:07:54,849 --> 00:07:57,727 The hot springs? Are you sure? 199 00:07:57,769 --> 00:07:59,896 Have you solved your water level problem? 200 00:07:59,938 --> 00:08:00,897 Leave it to me. 201 00:08:02,232 --> 00:08:03,900 I'd like to give the Governor a little education. 202 00:08:03,942 --> 00:08:04,901 Come on. 203 00:08:08,613 --> 00:08:09,989 -Are we all ready? -Yup. 204 00:08:10,031 --> 00:08:10,907 Alright. 205 00:08:12,158 --> 00:08:14,244 Hold on a moment. Do you mind if I join you? 206 00:08:14,285 --> 00:08:15,537 The more the merrier. 207 00:08:21,626 --> 00:08:22,794 Step up, boys. 208 00:08:26,965 --> 00:08:27,590 [Elizabeth] Ready? 209 00:08:28,008 --> 00:08:29,634 Ready. [giggles] 210 00:08:32,178 --> 00:08:33,638 What is this? 211 00:08:34,556 --> 00:08:36,558 This isn't the dress I ordered. 212 00:08:37,017 --> 00:08:38,560 They sent the wrong one. 213 00:08:39,019 --> 00:08:42,397 Some woman somewhere is looking perfectly elegant 214 00:08:42,439 --> 00:08:44,190 in your mermaid gown! 215 00:08:44,232 --> 00:08:45,483 Rosemary, I can't wear this. 216 00:08:45,525 --> 00:08:46,609 And you won't. 217 00:08:46,651 --> 00:08:47,777 What am I supposed to do? 218 00:08:47,819 --> 00:08:49,487 There isn't time to order a new one. 219 00:08:49,529 --> 00:08:51,698 Fortunately for you, 220 00:08:51,740 --> 00:08:55,201 your matron of honor is an expert seamstress. 221 00:08:56,703 --> 00:08:59,039 You really think you can save this? 222 00:08:59,247 --> 00:09:01,875 Well, I will try. 223 00:09:01,916 --> 00:09:03,376 I can't believe I'm about to say this, 224 00:09:03,418 --> 00:09:07,213 but if ever there were a case for "less is more". 225 00:09:07,922 --> 00:09:09,090 Oh, goodness. 226 00:09:09,591 --> 00:09:11,676 Maybe this is a bad omen. 227 00:09:11,718 --> 00:09:14,095 No. No, of course it isn't. 228 00:09:14,137 --> 00:09:16,264 This is just a mistake. 229 00:09:19,976 --> 00:09:20,935 Elizabeth? 230 00:09:23,938 --> 00:09:25,440 There's just so much going on. 231 00:09:25,982 --> 00:09:28,985 The town and the water and the... 232 00:09:29,027 --> 00:09:30,945 the wedding in the middle of it all. 233 00:09:34,699 --> 00:09:36,701 It's normal to get the jitters, isn't it? 234 00:09:38,286 --> 00:09:39,287 Sure it is. 235 00:09:42,624 --> 00:09:44,000 Are you having doubts? 236 00:09:44,042 --> 00:09:45,001 No. 237 00:09:49,631 --> 00:09:51,091 Just about the dress. 238 00:09:52,967 --> 00:09:54,135 [sighs] 239 00:10:00,725 --> 00:10:04,062 -Well, this looks... -Like it's coming along. 240 00:10:04,396 --> 00:10:05,730 Well, we're just getting started. 241 00:10:06,564 --> 00:10:07,649 Florence? 242 00:10:08,149 --> 00:10:09,109 Yes? 243 00:10:09,442 --> 00:10:10,360 These are for you. 244 00:10:11,152 --> 00:10:12,362 Pick a dress. 245 00:10:12,404 --> 00:10:13,571 [gasps] 246 00:10:13,613 --> 00:10:15,073 And don't worry, we won't be offended. 247 00:10:15,115 --> 00:10:20,370 You can either pick bold and dynamic or pastel and mild. 248 00:10:20,412 --> 00:10:21,454 Alright. 249 00:10:21,496 --> 00:10:22,872 You'll know which is which. 250 00:10:23,289 --> 00:10:24,624 Well, thank you. 251 00:10:24,666 --> 00:10:27,502 I don't know how I could pick just one. 252 00:10:27,544 --> 00:10:28,628 I'll help you choose. 253 00:10:28,670 --> 00:10:30,755 Oh! Do you happen to have an extra? 254 00:10:30,797 --> 00:10:32,465 Oh, and I need a dress, too. 255 00:10:32,507 --> 00:10:33,883 I was gonna skip the ball. 256 00:10:33,925 --> 00:10:35,844 I've just been working so hard, I have nothing to wear. 257 00:10:35,885 --> 00:10:37,387 No, you have to come. 258 00:10:37,429 --> 00:10:38,888 I'd love to borrow one, as well. 259 00:10:38,930 --> 00:10:40,640 We have enough for everyone. 260 00:10:40,682 --> 00:10:42,475 Where should we try them on? 261 00:10:42,517 --> 00:10:43,476 How about the salon? 262 00:10:43,518 --> 00:10:44,394 Oh. 263 00:10:44,436 --> 00:10:46,021 -Excellent. -Perfect. 264 00:10:46,062 --> 00:10:47,188 Let's go! 265 00:10:52,569 --> 00:10:53,737 And here we are. 266 00:10:55,155 --> 00:10:59,409 [Governor] Magnificent. What a wonderful gift of nature. 267 00:10:59,451 --> 00:11:02,078 A source of refreshment, recreation, 268 00:11:02,120 --> 00:11:05,331 and all this in the midst of our beautiful, 269 00:11:05,373 --> 00:11:07,250 rugged mountain landscape. 270 00:11:07,292 --> 00:11:08,752 The envy of the world. 271 00:11:09,586 --> 00:11:11,046 Why don't you quote me on that. 272 00:11:11,713 --> 00:11:13,214 The water levels are back up. 273 00:11:13,548 --> 00:11:15,050 How did Montague swing that? 274 00:11:15,091 --> 00:11:17,427 I don't know, but I bet if we went up to Bill's old land 275 00:11:17,469 --> 00:11:18,845 that trench would be filled in. 276 00:11:18,887 --> 00:11:20,096 Well, what do you want to bet 277 00:11:20,138 --> 00:11:21,723 Montague's never gonna leave the Governor's side? 278 00:11:21,765 --> 00:11:23,308 Yeah. I should go talk to him. 279 00:11:23,350 --> 00:11:24,851 I have a better idea. 280 00:11:24,893 --> 00:11:27,812 He's been itching to talk to me all day, I can tell. 281 00:11:27,854 --> 00:11:29,189 You two know what to do. 282 00:11:31,274 --> 00:11:32,984 Do we know what to do? 283 00:11:33,860 --> 00:11:37,113 I might have underestimated you. How about a word in private? 284 00:11:47,415 --> 00:11:49,542 So I know why the water levels have been dropping. 285 00:11:49,584 --> 00:11:50,877 Oh? 286 00:11:50,919 --> 00:11:52,170 Now, I'm not trying to catch you in the act. 287 00:11:52,212 --> 00:11:54,547 I am simply hoping I can change your mind. 288 00:11:54,589 --> 00:11:55,590 Of course. 289 00:11:55,632 --> 00:11:58,760 This town... this town is special. 290 00:11:58,802 --> 00:12:01,221 And I know from the outside it appears like one part 291 00:12:01,262 --> 00:12:02,305 of the bigger picture. 292 00:12:02,347 --> 00:12:04,391 A source of water for the big city. 293 00:12:04,432 --> 00:12:07,477 But you've spent time here so surely you can appreciate that. 294 00:12:09,145 --> 00:12:11,564 That's what I love about a small town. 295 00:12:11,606 --> 00:12:13,608 You make everything so simple. 296 00:12:13,650 --> 00:12:15,443 What you fail to understand, however, 297 00:12:15,485 --> 00:12:18,071 is that I am a big city man 298 00:12:18,113 --> 00:12:20,115 and I see things for what they can be. 299 00:12:22,200 --> 00:12:23,034 Governor. 300 00:12:24,202 --> 00:12:25,870 I must insist that we uh, we keep moving. 301 00:12:25,912 --> 00:12:27,288 We're on a very tight schedule. 302 00:12:27,330 --> 00:12:28,456 Oh? Where next? 303 00:12:29,541 --> 00:12:31,376 Uh, well we have a tour planned. 304 00:12:32,377 --> 00:12:35,547 Of um, my mill, Coulter Lumber. Biggest employer in the valley. 305 00:12:35,588 --> 00:12:37,757 Excellent. Jobs, jobs, jobs. 306 00:12:37,799 --> 00:12:39,509 That's what I'm forever talking about. 307 00:12:39,551 --> 00:12:40,760 That's what I'm always saying, too. 308 00:12:40,802 --> 00:12:42,470 Opportunity and prosperity. 309 00:12:42,512 --> 00:12:43,930 -Ok, well we should hurry. -Yeah. 310 00:12:45,807 --> 00:12:47,100 So there's no way you'll reconsider? 311 00:12:47,142 --> 00:12:51,104 [chuckles] I don't think so, my friend. 312 00:12:51,146 --> 00:12:53,606 I suppose you're gonna tell all this to the Governor now? 313 00:12:53,648 --> 00:12:55,108 Make your plea? 314 00:12:55,150 --> 00:12:57,360 Isn't that why you invited yourself along? 315 00:12:57,402 --> 00:12:58,319 To stop me? 316 00:13:08,830 --> 00:13:09,873 [Montague] Aren't you clever? 317 00:13:09,914 --> 00:13:11,082 Thank you kindly. 318 00:13:21,134 --> 00:13:23,762 I'll do everyone's hair on the house. Okay? 319 00:13:23,803 --> 00:13:25,847 -Great. -Yes, thank you. 320 00:13:26,848 --> 00:13:28,892 Everyone's makeup looks beautiful, Mei. 321 00:13:29,601 --> 00:13:32,729 You know, at first I thought this would be a disaster 322 00:13:32,771 --> 00:13:35,565 but I think it brought everyone together. 323 00:13:35,607 --> 00:13:36,941 Why does it seem like every time 324 00:13:36,983 --> 00:13:39,319 there's a big event like this everyone couples up? 325 00:13:39,361 --> 00:13:40,487 Societal pressure. 326 00:13:41,821 --> 00:13:42,781 Well, I don't have a date and I don't want one. 327 00:13:42,822 --> 00:13:44,824 -Me neither. -Hmm. 328 00:13:44,866 --> 00:13:46,910 Why don't we all go together as a group? 329 00:13:46,951 --> 00:13:48,995 Seeing as none of us have dates. 330 00:13:49,662 --> 00:13:52,165 Unless you were hoping... 331 00:13:53,500 --> 00:13:54,959 For Mike? 332 00:13:55,001 --> 00:13:56,544 No. 333 00:13:56,586 --> 00:13:59,798 I mean... I don't know. 334 00:14:00,298 --> 00:14:02,842 -Sometimes men need a hint. -Mmmhmm. 335 00:14:05,470 --> 00:14:06,596 I have an idea. 336 00:14:09,557 --> 00:14:11,351 Have a seat. You're next. 337 00:14:17,190 --> 00:14:18,858 Good morning, sir. How can I help you? 338 00:14:18,900 --> 00:14:20,819 I'm looking for a guest that may be staying with you. 339 00:14:20,860 --> 00:14:22,654 The name is Madeline St. John. 340 00:14:22,696 --> 00:14:24,030 Let me check for you, sir. 341 00:14:27,033 --> 00:14:29,619 I'm sorry, I'm not seeing anyone by that name. 342 00:14:31,371 --> 00:14:32,372 Thank you. 343 00:14:36,292 --> 00:14:37,377 Judge Avery? 344 00:14:38,294 --> 00:14:39,379 Jamie! 345 00:14:39,421 --> 00:14:40,547 What're you doing here? 346 00:14:40,588 --> 00:14:42,132 I was about to ask you the same question. 347 00:14:42,173 --> 00:14:44,384 Mother says we have to stay here for a while. 348 00:14:44,426 --> 00:14:47,137 I don't like it here. I miss Hope Valley. 349 00:14:48,471 --> 00:14:50,473 Jamie, where is your mother? 350 00:14:56,771 --> 00:14:57,939 Bill. 351 00:14:59,315 --> 00:15:00,525 Hello, Madeline. 352 00:15:04,654 --> 00:15:06,114 Whoa! 353 00:15:08,908 --> 00:15:10,201 I'm sorry, your honor, 354 00:15:10,243 --> 00:15:12,203 but we need to get you away from Mr. Montague. 355 00:15:12,245 --> 00:15:13,872 Oh? Why is that? 356 00:15:13,913 --> 00:15:15,415 There is a plot afoot 357 00:15:15,457 --> 00:15:17,751 to try and steal the water from this valley. 358 00:15:17,792 --> 00:15:18,710 What? 359 00:15:18,752 --> 00:15:19,878 It's true, we have evidence. 360 00:15:19,919 --> 00:15:22,255 We can show you blueprints, maps... 361 00:15:22,297 --> 00:15:24,507 Montague's company, Union City Holdings, 362 00:15:24,549 --> 00:15:26,509 has been buying land and secretly building 363 00:15:26,551 --> 00:15:27,969 a series of aqueducts. 364 00:15:28,011 --> 00:15:29,888 If they succeed, Hope Valley and the neighboring towns 365 00:15:29,929 --> 00:15:31,222 will be turned into a desert. 366 00:15:31,264 --> 00:15:32,849 Well, that sounds positively criminal. 367 00:15:32,891 --> 00:15:34,225 Mmmhmm. 368 00:15:34,267 --> 00:15:35,560 Yeah, well we were hoping you'd see it that way. 369 00:15:35,602 --> 00:15:38,980 Well, gentlemen, such an outrage will not stand. 370 00:15:39,022 --> 00:15:41,399 Not so long as I'm Governor of this territory. 371 00:15:41,441 --> 00:15:43,318 Good. Glad to hear it. 372 00:15:44,444 --> 00:15:45,195 Alright. 373 00:15:47,489 --> 00:15:48,323 Giddy up. 374 00:15:49,532 --> 00:15:52,243 Well, isn't this a pleasant surprise? 375 00:15:52,285 --> 00:15:54,079 Why are you here and not Union City? 376 00:15:54,120 --> 00:15:55,789 We were on our way back to Hope Valley 377 00:15:55,830 --> 00:15:58,208 and we heard good things about Buxton. 378 00:15:58,249 --> 00:16:00,210 I know you weren't planning on coming back, 379 00:16:00,251 --> 00:16:02,295 and I know you didn't file the deed to my land. 380 00:16:04,798 --> 00:16:06,257 Bill, I can explain- 381 00:16:06,299 --> 00:16:09,094 After you left, a man named Bernhardt Montague arrived. 382 00:16:10,553 --> 00:16:12,305 He said he was your fiancé. 383 00:16:13,682 --> 00:16:17,602 Bill, Montague was my Sebastian's business partner, 384 00:16:17,644 --> 00:16:19,020 nothing more. 385 00:16:19,062 --> 00:16:21,481 And a despicable one at that. 386 00:16:26,194 --> 00:16:28,488 My late husband was a gambler 387 00:16:28,530 --> 00:16:31,449 and when he died he left us penniless and deeply in debt. 388 00:16:32,742 --> 00:16:36,079 All that's left is a small trust 389 00:16:36,121 --> 00:16:38,540 and Montague is the sole executor, 390 00:16:38,581 --> 00:16:40,834 and he's holding it hostage 391 00:16:40,875 --> 00:16:43,336 unless I agree to go to Hope Valley 392 00:16:43,378 --> 00:16:45,588 and buy some land with a creek. 393 00:16:47,007 --> 00:16:50,468 I... I thought it was harmless, 394 00:16:50,510 --> 00:16:54,139 but I should know nothing with Montague ever is. 395 00:16:54,472 --> 00:16:57,183 Do you know why he wanted it? My land. 396 00:16:59,019 --> 00:17:01,146 He works for Union City Holding. 397 00:17:01,187 --> 00:17:04,691 He wanted my land to divert the water, all of it. 398 00:17:04,733 --> 00:17:06,317 He told me no one would get hurt. 399 00:17:06,359 --> 00:17:07,277 Well, he lied. 400 00:17:10,405 --> 00:17:11,781 Why didn't you file the deed? 401 00:17:13,575 --> 00:17:14,743 I couldn't do that to you. 402 00:17:16,494 --> 00:17:21,291 And... it's the only leverage I have. 403 00:17:22,375 --> 00:17:24,377 Montague still won't release the trust. 404 00:17:25,670 --> 00:17:28,506 Bill, all I can think about right now is Jamie. 405 00:17:28,548 --> 00:17:30,550 Montague could destroy my reputation so that I'm never 406 00:17:30,592 --> 00:17:34,346 welcome back in Philadelphia, and without that trust 407 00:17:34,387 --> 00:17:37,057 how am I supposed to keep a roof over our heads? 408 00:17:38,224 --> 00:17:39,934 Please promise me that you won't tell anyone 409 00:17:39,976 --> 00:17:41,770 where we are until I figure this out. 410 00:17:43,646 --> 00:17:47,567 Without that deed, Jamie and I have nothing. 411 00:17:49,361 --> 00:17:51,071 I think you have more than you know. 412 00:17:56,993 --> 00:17:58,411 Take care, Madeline. 413 00:18:06,878 --> 00:18:08,588 -Success? -He has seen the light. 414 00:18:08,630 --> 00:18:09,964 Yes, he has. 415 00:18:10,006 --> 00:18:11,716 -Well done, gentlemen. -Yes. 416 00:18:11,758 --> 00:18:12,467 Well done. 417 00:18:13,760 --> 00:18:15,178 -Cheers. -Cheers. 418 00:18:16,680 --> 00:18:17,597 Oh, you're on duty. 419 00:18:20,058 --> 00:18:20,934 It looks great in here. 420 00:18:20,975 --> 00:18:21,893 Yeah. 421 00:18:23,436 --> 00:18:24,562 Well, you know, we're gonna have a hundred people in here 422 00:18:24,604 --> 00:18:25,605 in a couple hours. 423 00:18:26,189 --> 00:18:27,565 [both] I gotta get ready. 424 00:18:29,734 --> 00:18:30,610 Mike... 425 00:18:32,696 --> 00:18:34,406 Have you talked to Mei? 426 00:18:34,447 --> 00:18:37,867 It's too late. And what if she says no? 427 00:18:37,909 --> 00:18:41,746 Usually when I'm sweet on someone she'd rather be friends. 428 00:18:41,788 --> 00:18:43,039 Well, I think that just means 429 00:18:43,081 --> 00:18:44,958 you haven't found the right person yet. 430 00:18:45,000 --> 00:18:46,376 You still have two hours left. 431 00:18:46,418 --> 00:18:48,253 Plenty of time. Anything can happen. 432 00:18:48,962 --> 00:18:50,171 [Mei] We have to get ready for tonight. 433 00:18:50,213 --> 00:18:51,631 Oh, come on. We can spare a couple minutes. 434 00:18:52,090 --> 00:18:53,216 Here's your chance. 435 00:18:56,886 --> 00:18:57,804 You can do this. 436 00:18:58,138 --> 00:18:59,264 Have a seat. 437 00:18:59,889 --> 00:19:01,266 We'll go find Hickam. 438 00:19:08,231 --> 00:19:09,357 -Lucas! -Ah. 439 00:19:10,066 --> 00:19:11,985 Um, where's Mike? 440 00:19:12,027 --> 00:19:13,153 Where's Mike? 441 00:19:16,197 --> 00:19:18,533 Mike is around here somewhere. Good luck. 442 00:19:27,334 --> 00:19:29,377 Not quite a mermaid. 443 00:19:29,419 --> 00:19:31,338 More like a giant puff ball. 444 00:19:31,796 --> 00:19:33,381 Drowning in whipped cream. 445 00:19:33,423 --> 00:19:35,091 This doesn't feel like me at all. 446 00:19:35,133 --> 00:19:36,301 Because it's not. 447 00:19:36,343 --> 00:19:38,470 So just put that out of your mind. 448 00:19:38,511 --> 00:19:43,850 I can whip this pile of ruffles and flounce into shape. 449 00:19:43,892 --> 00:19:50,148 Consider it clay to be moulded into stunning and bold- 450 00:19:50,190 --> 00:19:51,441 yet dignified. 451 00:19:51,483 --> 00:19:52,901 -And reserved. -And reserved. 452 00:19:53,777 --> 00:19:55,195 Perfection. 453 00:19:55,236 --> 00:19:59,407 A woman of honor, not one of silliness and... tulle. 454 00:19:59,449 --> 00:20:01,659 I'll go get my scissors right now. 455 00:20:01,701 --> 00:20:02,911 -Hmm? -Thank you. 456 00:20:02,952 --> 00:20:03,828 Mmmhmm. 457 00:20:07,665 --> 00:20:08,208 Oh. 458 00:20:08,249 --> 00:20:09,209 -No! -Hi. 459 00:20:09,250 --> 00:20:10,752 No! No, no, no! Avert your eyes. 460 00:20:10,794 --> 00:20:12,545 Rosemary, it's fine. 461 00:20:15,882 --> 00:20:17,342 They sent the wrong dress. 462 00:20:18,343 --> 00:20:19,928 I... I think you look great. 463 00:20:20,679 --> 00:20:23,682 If you like meringue. Which we don't. 464 00:20:25,308 --> 00:20:27,268 Is everything alright? 465 00:20:28,812 --> 00:20:31,773 Uh, oh, yeah. Um, looks like the plan worked. 466 00:20:31,815 --> 00:20:33,441 The Governor said he's gonna cancel the water contract. 467 00:20:33,483 --> 00:20:34,734 Oh, that's wonderful. 468 00:20:34,776 --> 00:20:38,154 Now we can all enjoy- The ball! The ball! 469 00:20:38,196 --> 00:20:39,155 We must get ready. 470 00:20:39,197 --> 00:20:40,281 Shoo. Shoo, shoo, shoo. 471 00:20:40,323 --> 00:20:41,574 Mustn't dawdle. 472 00:20:41,616 --> 00:20:42,659 What time can Allie come over? 473 00:20:42,701 --> 00:20:43,159 7:30 474 00:20:43,201 --> 00:20:44,327 7:30. 475 00:21:13,565 --> 00:21:14,357 Hi, Mei? 476 00:21:15,066 --> 00:21:17,402 New hairstyle? It looks great. 477 00:21:18,069 --> 00:21:19,654 Thank you. 478 00:21:19,696 --> 00:21:21,698 I wanted to try something new for the black-tie ball tonight. 479 00:21:21,740 --> 00:21:24,909 Are you going? Have- have you got a date? 480 00:21:26,661 --> 00:21:27,746 No one's asked me. 481 00:21:28,747 --> 00:21:31,875 Would you uh... would you like to join me? 482 00:21:31,916 --> 00:21:34,502 Oh... Um... 483 00:21:38,381 --> 00:21:40,216 Why not? I think it'll be fun. 484 00:21:40,258 --> 00:21:41,885 Great. Thanks. 485 00:21:42,761 --> 00:21:44,012 See you soon. 486 00:21:50,435 --> 00:21:53,313 Hi, Mei. You look beautiful. 487 00:21:54,189 --> 00:21:55,815 Thank you. 488 00:21:55,857 --> 00:21:59,778 Excuse me, I have to get ready for my date to the ball... 489 00:21:59,819 --> 00:22:00,904 with Harry. 490 00:22:00,945 --> 00:22:01,863 [all] Harry? 491 00:22:11,456 --> 00:22:14,334 Oh, there she is. There's our little angel. 492 00:22:14,876 --> 00:22:15,877 Hi. 493 00:22:16,836 --> 00:22:17,962 So innocent. 494 00:22:20,465 --> 00:22:24,886 -Yeah. -Lee, is something wrong? 495 00:22:25,637 --> 00:22:26,930 No, no. 496 00:22:28,306 --> 00:22:30,392 There's no need to worry now. 497 00:22:30,433 --> 00:22:32,602 You and Nathan and Lucas saved the day. 498 00:22:32,644 --> 00:22:34,229 The Governor is on our side. 499 00:22:34,562 --> 00:22:36,564 Yeah, I know. It's just that uh... 500 00:22:37,315 --> 00:22:40,068 What? You can tell me. 501 00:22:42,487 --> 00:22:46,700 Sweetheart, I was taking money from Montague for months, 502 00:22:46,741 --> 00:22:49,911 and all the while the louse is plotting to steal our water. 503 00:22:49,953 --> 00:22:51,121 You didn't know. 504 00:22:51,162 --> 00:22:52,414 Ah. 505 00:22:52,455 --> 00:22:54,207 He told you it was for a trestle bridge. 506 00:22:54,249 --> 00:22:55,500 I looked at it, too. 507 00:22:55,542 --> 00:22:56,960 There was no way we could have imagined 508 00:22:57,002 --> 00:22:58,420 that it was for an aqueduct. 509 00:22:58,461 --> 00:23:02,257 I knew. I knew something was up, but nope. 510 00:23:02,298 --> 00:23:04,009 All I cared about was a profit. 511 00:23:04,551 --> 00:23:06,302 No, no. 512 00:23:06,344 --> 00:23:08,763 You cared about keeping your men employed. 513 00:23:08,805 --> 00:23:10,015 Mmm. 514 00:23:10,056 --> 00:23:11,933 Feeding their families. Taking care of our town. 515 00:23:12,642 --> 00:23:16,396 I do wanna do my part. I really do. 516 00:23:18,273 --> 00:23:19,691 This is where Goldie's gonna grow up. 517 00:23:22,360 --> 00:23:23,486 Her home. 518 00:23:24,529 --> 00:23:26,156 The place that's gonna keep her safe. 519 00:23:26,197 --> 00:23:28,074 I wanna protect Hope Valley 520 00:23:28,116 --> 00:23:29,951 from men like Bernhardt Montague. 521 00:23:32,495 --> 00:23:34,122 And today you did just that. 522 00:23:34,706 --> 00:23:35,874 Thank you, sw... 523 00:23:37,834 --> 00:23:39,002 Oh, goodness me. 524 00:23:39,044 --> 00:23:40,337 [giggles] 525 00:23:40,378 --> 00:23:43,965 Sweetheart. You look absolutely stunning. 526 00:23:44,007 --> 00:23:44,758 I do? 527 00:23:44,799 --> 00:23:46,009 Oh, yes you do. 528 00:23:46,051 --> 00:23:47,469 [giggling] 529 00:23:47,510 --> 00:23:51,306 Well, you, Leland Coulter, look positively dashing. 530 00:23:51,348 --> 00:23:52,098 Why thank you. 531 00:23:55,310 --> 00:23:56,227 I love you. 532 00:23:56,269 --> 00:23:57,437 So much. 533 00:23:58,104 --> 00:23:59,647 -I love you. -Come here. 534 00:24:06,738 --> 00:24:07,739 [Lee] Ladies. 535 00:24:09,115 --> 00:24:10,408 Oh. 536 00:24:11,743 --> 00:24:14,537 Rosemary, look what you did. 537 00:24:15,288 --> 00:24:16,414 We did. 538 00:24:17,749 --> 00:24:18,875 Hi. 539 00:24:19,250 --> 00:24:20,794 This is incredible. 540 00:24:20,835 --> 00:24:21,795 You're incredible. 541 00:24:23,004 --> 00:24:24,214 -Let me take your shawl. -Let me take yours. 542 00:24:24,255 --> 00:24:25,465 -Thank you. -Thank you. 543 00:24:26,257 --> 00:24:27,467 Should we get some drinks? 544 00:24:28,093 --> 00:24:29,094 -Yes. -After you. 545 00:24:33,807 --> 00:24:35,600 -It looks so good. -It really does. 546 00:24:35,642 --> 00:24:36,434 [gasps] 547 00:24:36,476 --> 00:24:37,560 Florence! 548 00:24:37,602 --> 00:24:40,355 Oh, my goodness. You look beautiful. 549 00:24:40,397 --> 00:24:42,899 Oh, thank you. 550 00:24:42,941 --> 00:24:47,404 Well, let no one say our little town can't measure up. 551 00:24:47,445 --> 00:24:49,239 And with the radio? 552 00:24:49,280 --> 00:24:51,408 Fiona really pulled it off. 553 00:24:51,449 --> 00:24:53,243 I can't believe that we'll be heard all the way 554 00:24:53,284 --> 00:24:55,537 from Jameson to Union City. 555 00:24:55,578 --> 00:24:59,374 Oh, the Governor will be heard anywhere there's a radio, 556 00:24:59,416 --> 00:25:00,625 including Buxton. 557 00:25:00,667 --> 00:25:02,127 Oh, they'll be listening. 558 00:25:02,168 --> 00:25:04,379 I made sure to let Randall Rockwell 559 00:25:04,421 --> 00:25:06,089 of the Buxton Beagle know. 560 00:25:06,131 --> 00:25:09,968 Told him to keep it on the QT so naturally he'll tell everyone! 561 00:25:10,010 --> 00:25:11,553 [laughing] 562 00:25:12,595 --> 00:25:14,264 My goodness, Molly! 563 00:25:14,305 --> 00:25:15,265 Hello. 564 00:25:15,306 --> 00:25:16,141 [all] Oh. 565 00:25:16,182 --> 00:25:18,309 You look positively divine. 566 00:25:18,351 --> 00:25:19,602 I feel divine. 567 00:25:25,483 --> 00:25:27,527 When was the last time we had a night out like this? 568 00:25:27,569 --> 00:25:28,737 Our wedding. 569 00:25:30,030 --> 00:25:31,072 Let me see that. 570 00:25:32,782 --> 00:25:34,826 Rosemary's dress looks even lovelier on you. 571 00:25:35,827 --> 00:25:38,163 And you couldn't be more handsome in my father's tails. 572 00:25:38,913 --> 00:25:39,748 Thank you. 573 00:25:42,000 --> 00:25:43,418 -Minnie. -Oh. 574 00:25:43,460 --> 00:25:44,544 It's perfect. 575 00:25:44,586 --> 00:25:46,254 Oh, thank you. 576 00:25:46,504 --> 00:25:49,132 -Hello, sir. -Good evening. 577 00:25:49,174 --> 00:25:50,300 -Let's go. -Shall we? 578 00:25:50,342 --> 00:25:51,217 -Alright. 579 00:25:54,095 --> 00:25:59,809 Ladies, thank you so much for always having my back. 580 00:25:59,851 --> 00:26:02,562 Who would have thought this was all possible? 581 00:26:02,604 --> 00:26:04,647 -Certainly not me. -Oh. 582 00:26:04,689 --> 00:26:06,358 I'm glad I was wrong. 583 00:26:06,399 --> 00:26:08,151 [chuckles] 584 00:26:09,152 --> 00:26:11,905 Forty-eight hours ago things were looking pretty different. 585 00:26:12,280 --> 00:26:13,782 [laughs] 586 00:26:14,282 --> 00:26:15,283 [sighs] 587 00:26:22,248 --> 00:26:25,919 [jaunty music playing] 588 00:26:31,841 --> 00:26:32,717 Lucas. 589 00:26:32,759 --> 00:26:34,260 Oh, yeah. Absolutely. 590 00:26:34,302 --> 00:26:35,178 After you. 591 00:26:50,151 --> 00:26:51,069 How's the big speech coming? 592 00:26:51,695 --> 00:26:54,072 Um... not good. 593 00:26:54,698 --> 00:26:56,074 I'm not much of a public speaker. 594 00:26:56,741 --> 00:26:58,159 Jack always said the same thing. 595 00:26:59,577 --> 00:27:00,787 Do you have any advice? 596 00:27:02,539 --> 00:27:03,832 Look for a friendly face. 597 00:27:04,457 --> 00:27:06,334 Imagine you're just talking to that person. 598 00:27:08,253 --> 00:27:09,254 Thanks. 599 00:27:14,968 --> 00:27:15,719 -Hi. -Hi. 600 00:27:20,432 --> 00:27:21,808 I should have asked her. 601 00:27:21,850 --> 00:27:23,768 Yes, you should have. 602 00:27:23,810 --> 00:27:26,396 And it's not like you didn't have help. 603 00:27:26,438 --> 00:27:30,400 Is that- you put us together. The choir. 604 00:27:30,442 --> 00:27:31,776 [Governor] Ladies and gentlemen. 605 00:27:33,153 --> 00:27:35,822 It's now time for one of my favorite duties. 606 00:27:35,864 --> 00:27:41,077 To acknowledge and commend one of your very own. 607 00:27:41,119 --> 00:27:44,539 Just the other day, Constable Nathan Grant 608 00:27:44,581 --> 00:27:46,833 performed a daring rescue, 609 00:27:46,875 --> 00:27:49,794 putting his own life on the line for what's right. 610 00:27:50,628 --> 00:27:54,799 So tonight I take great pleasure in presenting him 611 00:27:54,841 --> 00:27:56,885 the Governor's Medal of Honor. 612 00:27:56,926 --> 00:28:00,347 [applause] 613 00:28:08,146 --> 00:28:09,147 [crackle] 614 00:28:09,647 --> 00:28:11,983 -Speech! -Here, here. Speech! 615 00:28:12,025 --> 00:28:13,443 [applause] 616 00:28:13,485 --> 00:28:18,239 Um... those who know me, uh, they- 617 00:28:18,281 --> 00:28:21,326 they know that I tend to be frugal with my words. 618 00:28:23,370 --> 00:28:24,329 [clears throat] 619 00:28:25,663 --> 00:28:33,963 Um... you know, it's an odd thing to get a medal 620 00:28:34,005 --> 00:28:36,341 for doing your job, but I'm grateful. 621 00:28:37,509 --> 00:28:42,055 This valley and the people that are in it are different. 622 00:28:43,181 --> 00:28:44,432 They're special. 623 00:28:44,724 --> 00:28:46,851 We lean on each other when times get tough. 624 00:28:46,893 --> 00:28:49,062 We rely on each other. We help each other out. 625 00:28:52,774 --> 00:28:54,818 I'm so blessed to call Hope Valley my home, 626 00:28:55,860 --> 00:28:57,612 and I want you to know that I consider it 627 00:28:57,654 --> 00:29:00,156 my greatest honor to serve and protect it. 628 00:29:01,825 --> 00:29:03,326 So thank you for allowing me to do that. 629 00:29:03,368 --> 00:29:06,413 [applause] 630 00:29:20,427 --> 00:29:21,720 [door opens] 631 00:29:51,833 --> 00:29:53,376 This is the deed to your land. 632 00:29:54,878 --> 00:29:56,504 You said this was your only leverage. 633 00:29:56,546 --> 00:29:57,881 Yes, it is. 634 00:29:58,965 --> 00:30:02,052 But I can't do that to this town, or to you. 635 00:30:03,803 --> 00:30:05,388 -Madeline- -It's my choice. 636 00:30:09,392 --> 00:30:12,187 What will you do? 637 00:30:12,228 --> 00:30:13,688 I don't know. 638 00:30:13,730 --> 00:30:16,566 Well, you and Jamie can come here, 639 00:30:16,608 --> 00:30:18,401 start over in Hope Valley. 640 00:30:20,070 --> 00:30:22,989 That's kind of you, but after everything I've done I- 641 00:30:23,490 --> 00:30:24,699 I think I've outstayed my welcome. 642 00:30:24,741 --> 00:30:26,117 That's not true. 643 00:30:26,159 --> 00:30:27,786 With this I can chase Montague and his company 644 00:30:27,827 --> 00:30:28,953 right out of town. 645 00:30:28,995 --> 00:30:30,997 Everything can go back to the way it was. 646 00:30:31,039 --> 00:30:33,541 Montague has friends in high places. 647 00:30:33,583 --> 00:30:34,584 Even the Governor. 648 00:30:34,626 --> 00:30:36,044 The Governor? 649 00:30:36,086 --> 00:30:38,088 They're in business together, Bill. 650 00:30:38,505 --> 00:30:39,964 At least they used to be. 651 00:30:40,757 --> 00:30:43,009 I wouldn't underestimate Bernhardt Montague. 652 00:30:49,974 --> 00:30:51,059 [sighs] 653 00:30:51,101 --> 00:30:52,769 Goodbye, Bill. 654 00:31:04,864 --> 00:31:05,573 [jazz music plays] 655 00:31:05,615 --> 00:31:06,783 Excuse me. 656 00:31:08,868 --> 00:31:11,579 Bill, is something wrong? 657 00:31:11,621 --> 00:31:14,082 I found Madeline in Buxton, 658 00:31:14,124 --> 00:31:17,419 and she just came to my office and gave me the deed to my land. 659 00:31:17,460 --> 00:31:18,920 But it might not matter. 660 00:31:18,962 --> 00:31:21,548 She told me that Montague and the Governor are tight. 661 00:31:21,589 --> 00:31:24,926 That they've been in business together and still might be. 662 00:31:24,968 --> 00:31:26,636 That means we can't trust the Governor. 663 00:31:26,678 --> 00:31:27,929 Exactly. 664 00:31:32,642 --> 00:31:34,602 I want you to tell Lucas what's going on 665 00:31:34,644 --> 00:31:36,271 and I'll handle old Monty. 666 00:31:36,312 --> 00:31:37,188 Bill... 667 00:31:39,232 --> 00:31:40,150 Pardon me. 668 00:31:41,026 --> 00:31:42,318 Dance? 669 00:31:42,360 --> 00:31:43,278 I would love to. 670 00:31:44,195 --> 00:31:45,572 Excuse me. 671 00:31:55,248 --> 00:31:57,459 I have something I need to tell you. 672 00:31:57,500 --> 00:31:58,960 Just keep smiling. 673 00:32:00,503 --> 00:32:01,963 Is everything alright? 674 00:32:03,965 --> 00:32:06,009 I don't think we can trust the Governor. 675 00:32:07,177 --> 00:32:09,304 Well, I certainly hope that you're enjoying yourself this evening. 676 00:32:09,346 --> 00:32:13,308 Actually, I just ran into your fiancée, Madeline. 677 00:32:13,350 --> 00:32:15,810 She returned the deed to my land, 678 00:32:15,852 --> 00:32:17,896 which I believe you've been looking for. 679 00:32:19,022 --> 00:32:23,860 By law you and your men are now trespassing on my property. 680 00:32:26,321 --> 00:32:27,238 Well played. 681 00:32:29,491 --> 00:32:30,533 You have a good night. 682 00:32:34,913 --> 00:32:37,749 I have an idea. Do you trust me? 683 00:32:37,791 --> 00:32:39,501 Of course. 684 00:32:39,542 --> 00:32:53,473 * 685 00:32:54,724 --> 00:32:55,642 I'm going to grab some punch. 686 00:32:58,520 --> 00:32:59,479 Hiya, Harry. 687 00:32:59,521 --> 00:33:00,897 Why don't you two dance? 688 00:33:00,939 --> 00:33:02,315 Uh, Mei's just grabbing a drink- 689 00:33:02,357 --> 00:33:04,609 Oh, she won't mind. 690 00:33:15,954 --> 00:33:17,414 Hi, Mei, you look beautiful tonight. 691 00:33:19,916 --> 00:33:22,502 Thank you, Mike. You look great, too. 692 00:33:23,586 --> 00:33:24,587 Would you care to dance with me? 693 00:33:25,338 --> 00:33:25,880 Pardon me? 694 00:33:25,922 --> 00:33:27,090 [clears throat] 695 00:33:27,132 --> 00:33:29,092 Would you care to dance with me? 696 00:33:30,927 --> 00:33:32,429 I would, but... 697 00:33:39,269 --> 00:33:40,311 Why not? 698 00:33:43,314 --> 00:33:44,441 [door opens] 699 00:33:46,151 --> 00:33:47,402 My, my. 700 00:33:47,444 --> 00:33:48,611 Greetings. 701 00:33:50,071 --> 00:33:52,115 I wasn't told this was a meeting, 702 00:33:52,157 --> 00:33:53,283 I was told I had a message. 703 00:33:53,324 --> 00:33:55,493 You do. A very important one, Governor. 704 00:33:55,535 --> 00:33:57,162 Bernhardt Montague and Union City Holdings 705 00:33:57,203 --> 00:33:59,831 do not own land in Hope Valley. 706 00:33:59,873 --> 00:34:01,583 This is a deed that's now been returned 707 00:34:01,624 --> 00:34:04,085 and signed back over to me by Madeline St. John. 708 00:34:07,547 --> 00:34:08,465 Hmm. 709 00:34:09,549 --> 00:34:10,467 What do you make of this, Bernhardt? 710 00:34:14,220 --> 00:34:16,348 Obviously Mrs. St. John has gone back on her word. 711 00:34:17,223 --> 00:34:18,725 Bad business, if you ask me. 712 00:34:19,976 --> 00:34:23,021 But Bixby, you know the good that this water will do. 713 00:34:23,521 --> 00:34:26,066 And not just for this valley but all the way to Union City. 714 00:34:26,107 --> 00:34:28,109 We need the diversion. 715 00:34:28,151 --> 00:34:29,652 And I can assure you all that the water levels 716 00:34:29,694 --> 00:34:31,071 will not be tremendously affected- 717 00:34:31,112 --> 00:34:33,907 You know that's not true! It'll run Hope Valley dry. 718 00:34:33,948 --> 00:34:35,950 Alright, my friends, let's take a moment. 719 00:34:35,992 --> 00:34:37,410 This is a complicated matter. 720 00:34:37,452 --> 00:34:39,829 I don't think it's complicated at all. 721 00:34:39,871 --> 00:34:42,207 What you are doing will destroy Hope Valley 722 00:34:42,248 --> 00:34:45,085 just as its destroyed Eagle Creek and Rock Creek. 723 00:34:45,126 --> 00:34:48,505 Yes, but we also have to consider the greater good. 724 00:34:48,546 --> 00:34:50,840 For the hundreds, for the thousands 725 00:34:50,882 --> 00:34:53,134 coming to Union City looking for opportunity, 726 00:34:53,176 --> 00:34:55,804 looking to create a brighter future. 727 00:34:55,845 --> 00:34:57,764 I have to consider their needs, too. 728 00:34:59,140 --> 00:35:02,602 And, as difficult as it is, 729 00:35:02,644 --> 00:35:05,355 I might have to invoke the principle of eminent domain. 730 00:35:05,855 --> 00:35:07,148 Eminent domain? 731 00:35:07,440 --> 00:35:09,109 You're- you're just gonna take it? 732 00:35:09,150 --> 00:35:10,485 If you'll excuse me, Governor, 733 00:35:10,527 --> 00:35:13,321 I just assumed that you'd be on our side. 734 00:35:13,363 --> 00:35:15,657 Well, I'm on the side of whatever does the most good 735 00:35:15,699 --> 00:35:17,158 for all the citizens. 736 00:35:18,201 --> 00:35:21,621 I'm sorry, but these are difficult decisions 737 00:35:21,663 --> 00:35:22,789 a Governor has to make. 738 00:35:22,831 --> 00:35:23,832 You can't do that! 739 00:35:23,873 --> 00:35:25,083 I'm sorry. It's- it's not right. 740 00:35:25,125 --> 00:35:27,335 The farms, the community? 741 00:35:27,377 --> 00:35:31,256 Mr. Bouchard, you're a man of vision, a businessman. 742 00:35:32,340 --> 00:35:33,883 You see my point, don't you? 743 00:35:33,925 --> 00:35:36,094 Look, these valleys are the past. 744 00:35:36,136 --> 00:35:38,430 Union City is the future. 745 00:35:44,561 --> 00:35:45,061 Elizabeth. 746 00:35:45,103 --> 00:35:45,770 [clears throat] 747 00:35:45,812 --> 00:35:46,688 Bill. 748 00:35:46,730 --> 00:35:47,647 Lucas... 749 00:35:49,149 --> 00:35:51,568 I need a moment alone with Mr. Montague and the Governor. 750 00:35:53,069 --> 00:35:55,572 [music playing outside] 751 00:36:06,916 --> 00:36:08,209 You're right, Governor. 752 00:36:09,169 --> 00:36:14,299 Now I can see what's what, so let's talk business. 753 00:36:16,343 --> 00:36:19,554 I'll do my best to show my fellow townspeople the light, 754 00:36:19,596 --> 00:36:21,139 but it might be difficult for them to see 755 00:36:21,181 --> 00:36:22,599 if all they have is dust. 756 00:36:22,640 --> 00:36:23,683 What are you proposing? 757 00:36:25,101 --> 00:36:26,519 Divert half the water. 758 00:36:27,103 --> 00:36:28,855 At least until after the election. 759 00:36:30,023 --> 00:36:31,524 That'll give me time to show the people 760 00:36:31,566 --> 00:36:33,902 that there's a functional compromise 761 00:36:33,943 --> 00:36:37,072 and keep their votes in your favor. 762 00:36:37,113 --> 00:36:39,240 I can be your point person here in Hope Valley... 763 00:36:39,282 --> 00:36:40,784 for a fee, of course. 764 00:36:41,701 --> 00:36:43,453 Union City Holdings, as I understand it, 765 00:36:43,495 --> 00:36:49,250 is a limited partnership among friends, yourself the Governor. 766 00:36:49,292 --> 00:36:50,460 Something like that. 767 00:36:50,502 --> 00:36:52,962 I would also like to be a partner. 768 00:36:53,004 --> 00:36:54,923 And a friend. 769 00:36:54,964 --> 00:36:57,008 I knew you were a smart man. 770 00:36:57,050 --> 00:36:59,052 I'll also need a new place to settle. 771 00:36:59,094 --> 00:37:04,683 Just in case 50 percent of the water becomes a little bit more. 772 00:37:04,724 --> 00:37:08,228 Ideally a place that the water will not be redirected. 773 00:37:08,269 --> 00:37:09,771 Monty, can you take Mr. Bouchard 774 00:37:09,813 --> 00:37:11,648 through our aqueduct map? 775 00:37:14,067 --> 00:37:18,613 It can be arranged in exchange for your continued support. 776 00:37:18,947 --> 00:37:21,199 You have it... Unequivocally. 777 00:37:33,795 --> 00:37:35,922 I'm looking forward to our future together, Governor Balfour. 778 00:37:35,964 --> 00:37:37,632 Please, call me Bix. 779 00:37:40,969 --> 00:37:42,429 You were great in there. 780 00:37:42,470 --> 00:37:46,141 Rosemary has taught you very well... a budding actress. 781 00:37:51,146 --> 00:37:52,397 Here we go. 782 00:37:53,481 --> 00:37:54,941 Are you sure you wanna do this? 783 00:37:54,983 --> 00:37:56,276 It's the only way. 784 00:37:57,819 --> 00:38:00,113 And if the Governor sues me for libel or throws me in jail 785 00:38:00,155 --> 00:38:02,407 I have to try and save Hope Valley. 786 00:38:04,325 --> 00:38:05,910 Are you sure you want me to go through with this? 787 00:38:09,039 --> 00:38:10,832 You're a very brave man, Lucas. 788 00:38:12,125 --> 00:38:13,251 Thank you. 789 00:38:27,474 --> 00:38:29,017 Thank you, everyone, for joining us, 790 00:38:29,059 --> 00:38:30,810 and to all those listening live 791 00:38:30,852 --> 00:38:34,522 to Hope Valley's first ever radio broadcast. 792 00:38:34,564 --> 00:38:36,858 We are so excited you're with us 793 00:38:36,900 --> 00:38:38,651 on this incredibly special night. 794 00:38:38,693 --> 00:38:42,530 [applause] 795 00:38:45,075 --> 00:38:46,743 We're here to support our Governor. 796 00:38:46,785 --> 00:38:49,704 Governor Bixby Balfour as he seeks re-election. 797 00:38:50,372 --> 00:38:53,333 Governor Balfour is a man of the people. 798 00:38:53,375 --> 00:38:56,461 A man of business. A man of the greater good. 799 00:38:58,213 --> 00:39:02,258 But what exactly does that mean, "the greater good". 800 00:39:02,300 --> 00:39:03,760 According to Governor Balfour 801 00:39:03,802 --> 00:39:07,555 the greater good does not include places like Rock Creek. 802 00:39:07,597 --> 00:39:09,182 Eagle Creek. 803 00:39:09,224 --> 00:39:11,601 It doesn't even include Hope Valley. 804 00:39:11,643 --> 00:39:14,312 Because he's happy and willing to steal their water 805 00:39:14,354 --> 00:39:16,231 and leave them high and dry. 806 00:39:17,232 --> 00:39:19,442 It's happening here in Hope Valley as we speak. 807 00:39:19,984 --> 00:39:21,444 And, according to old Bix here, 808 00:39:21,486 --> 00:39:25,740 the greater good does also not include Buxton or Jameson, 809 00:39:25,782 --> 00:39:27,992 the next two towns on his list to be drained. 810 00:39:28,702 --> 00:39:29,994 How do I know this? 811 00:39:30,578 --> 00:39:33,707 I know this because he just told me. 812 00:39:33,748 --> 00:39:37,210 He told me when he offered me a cut to join in. 813 00:39:37,252 --> 00:39:38,420 [crowd murmurs] 814 00:39:38,461 --> 00:39:40,422 Now, unlike Governor Balfour, 815 00:39:40,463 --> 00:39:43,258 I don't believe the greater good means leaving people out. 816 00:39:43,299 --> 00:39:46,469 I don't believe the greater good means decimating towns, 817 00:39:46,511 --> 00:39:48,638 valleys, lives, communities 818 00:39:48,680 --> 00:39:50,849 that we have worked hard to build here. 819 00:39:51,433 --> 00:39:53,101 Now, we have an election coming up 820 00:39:53,143 --> 00:39:55,228 and if you agree with what I've said 821 00:39:55,270 --> 00:39:57,063 go out and make your voices heard. 822 00:39:57,105 --> 00:39:59,983 -[crowd] Here, here! -[applause] 823 00:40:13,455 --> 00:40:15,915 You have no idea who you've crossed. 824 00:40:15,957 --> 00:40:16,958 No, I think we do. 825 00:40:23,131 --> 00:40:23,965 Well done. 826 00:40:31,431 --> 00:40:33,433 Edwin, what say you? 827 00:40:34,476 --> 00:40:36,311 It's about time that someone stood up to him. 828 00:40:37,729 --> 00:40:40,106 The Governor has some powerful opponents. 829 00:40:40,148 --> 00:40:41,483 We should talk soon. 830 00:40:48,448 --> 00:40:51,034 Lucas. Everyone's asking for you. 831 00:40:56,164 --> 00:40:58,416 That is quite the photo, young man. 832 00:40:58,458 --> 00:41:00,001 -Handsome and debonaire. -Uh-huh. 833 00:41:00,835 --> 00:41:02,003 We're all very impressed. 834 00:41:02,253 --> 00:41:04,839 Mr. Bouchard. Randall Rockwell, Buxton Beagle. 835 00:41:04,881 --> 00:41:05,965 Can I get a quote? 836 00:41:06,007 --> 00:41:08,176 The Valley Voice has exclusive access. 837 00:41:08,218 --> 00:41:09,386 Mmmhmm. 838 00:41:10,720 --> 00:41:13,723 But we want the word to get out. Ask away. 839 00:41:14,933 --> 00:41:17,268 What made you decide to take such a public stand 840 00:41:17,310 --> 00:41:18,853 against Governor Balfour? 841 00:41:18,895 --> 00:41:19,813 Oh, uh... 842 00:41:19,854 --> 00:41:21,147 [clears throat] 843 00:41:21,189 --> 00:41:23,066 I was just doing what any normal citizen would do 844 00:41:23,108 --> 00:41:24,984 when their home is being threatened. 845 00:41:25,026 --> 00:41:26,319 Balfour is greedy. 846 00:41:26,361 --> 00:41:27,529 We've recently learned that Union City 847 00:41:27,570 --> 00:41:28,738 doesn't even need the water, 848 00:41:28,780 --> 00:41:30,448 they were just trying to corner the market 849 00:41:30,490 --> 00:41:33,326 and knowingly stomping on the little guy in the process. 850 00:41:33,368 --> 00:41:34,452 [Lucas] We're safe for now, 851 00:41:34,494 --> 00:41:36,579 only if people make the right choices. 852 00:41:40,166 --> 00:41:55,015 * 853 00:41:55,056 --> 00:42:08,153 *