1 00:00:02,319 --> 00:00:04,394 -Previously on Monarch... -♪ I'm a guilty man... ♪ 2 00:00:04,413 --> 00:00:05,671 TRIPP: There was blood 3 00:00:05,822 --> 00:00:08,081 in your son-in-law's car, and Clive's still missing. 4 00:00:08,234 --> 00:00:11,068 Our friendship doesn't change those facts. 5 00:00:11,161 --> 00:00:12,903 There's more than just friendship between us. 6 00:00:13,072 --> 00:00:14,329 There's history. 7 00:00:14,348 --> 00:00:16,923 You know I went to prison for driving drunk. 8 00:00:17,018 --> 00:00:18,575 I didn't kill that man. 9 00:00:18,594 --> 00:00:20,077 Tripp Dewitt did. 10 00:00:20,170 --> 00:00:22,095 KAYLA: You are my brother-in-law. 11 00:00:22,172 --> 00:00:23,096 We were a mistake. 12 00:00:23,173 --> 00:00:24,523 What if we fast-track 13 00:00:24,750 --> 00:00:26,083 this whole thing and ask Luke 14 00:00:26,101 --> 00:00:27,842 -to be our donor? -My brother? 15 00:00:27,920 --> 00:00:31,488 I like you, but I can't be the reason that you stay. 16 00:00:35,594 --> 00:00:38,495 -I turned down L.A. -I'm so glad. 17 00:00:39,707 --> 00:00:43,208 What about us? What happens now? 18 00:00:43,435 --> 00:00:46,119 I made a promise to my mom and to yours. 19 00:00:46,288 --> 00:00:48,380 And that's more important than how we feel? 20 00:00:48,532 --> 00:00:50,774 LUKE: Well, you remember that offer you made me, 21 00:00:50,867 --> 00:00:52,426 and I said it wasn't the right time? 22 00:00:53,796 --> 00:00:56,305 I think you and me should talk. 23 00:00:57,207 --> 00:00:59,966 ("America's Sweetheart" playing) 24 00:01:01,062 --> 00:01:04,546 ♪ No, there ain't nothing that I gotta prove ♪ 25 00:01:04,640 --> 00:01:07,549 ♪ You think your words will make me black and blue ♪ 26 00:01:07,643 --> 00:01:11,737 ♪ But I, I think I'm pretty with these old boots on ♪ 27 00:01:11,964 --> 00:01:15,982 ♪ I think it's funny when I drink too much, hey ♪ 28 00:01:16,077 --> 00:01:19,561 ♪ You try and change me, you can go to hell ♪ 29 00:01:19,580 --> 00:01:23,323 ♪ 'Cause I don't want to be nobody else ♪ 30 00:01:23,475 --> 00:01:27,311 -♪ I like the chip I got in my front teeth ♪ -♪ Hey ♪ 31 00:01:27,329 --> 00:01:29,922 ♪ And I got bad tattoos you won't believe ♪ 32 00:01:30,149 --> 00:01:31,998 ♪ So kick out the jams, kick up the soul ♪ 33 00:01:32,093 --> 00:01:34,593 ♪ Pour another glass of that rock and roll ♪ 34 00:01:34,744 --> 00:01:37,154 ♪ Turn up the band, fire in the hole, gonna lose control ♪ 35 00:01:37,172 --> 00:01:40,173 ♪ Tonight, what do you want from me? ♪ 36 00:01:40,326 --> 00:01:44,770 ♪ I'm not America's sweetheart ♪ 37 00:01:44,921 --> 00:01:47,848 ♪ So beat the drum with me ♪ 38 00:01:48,000 --> 00:01:50,258 ♪ I'm not America's sweetheart ♪ 39 00:01:50,277 --> 00:01:54,363 ♪ But you love me anyway... ♪ 40 00:01:56,951 --> 00:02:01,345 Ms. Samms, welcome to Austin. I'm Luke Roman. 41 00:02:01,363 --> 00:02:04,181 Well, I don't usually make these kind of trips, 42 00:02:04,199 --> 00:02:06,774 but Monarch is a very special company, 43 00:02:06,869 --> 00:02:09,519 one I'm hoping will be a jewel in the Skyfair crown. 44 00:02:09,538 --> 00:02:12,022 Well, on that, I think we can agree. 45 00:02:12,040 --> 00:02:14,282 Well, let's just see if your family feels the same way. 46 00:02:14,301 --> 00:02:15,617 I'll worry about my family. 47 00:02:15,711 --> 00:02:17,285 We already have the champagne on ice. 48 00:02:17,363 --> 00:02:19,621 Confident. I like that. 49 00:02:19,640 --> 00:02:22,141 I guess we'll see. 50 00:02:27,130 --> 00:02:28,889 ♪ What do you want from me? ♪ 51 00:02:28,983 --> 00:02:33,877 ♪ I'm not America's sweetheart ♪ 52 00:02:33,896 --> 00:02:36,655 ♪ So beat the drum with me ♪ 53 00:02:36,806 --> 00:02:40,159 ♪ I'm not America's sweetheart ♪ 54 00:02:40,386 --> 00:02:44,663 ♪ But you love me anyway ♪ 55 00:02:48,026 --> 00:02:52,671 ♪ You love me anyway. ♪ 56 00:02:52,822 --> 00:02:55,507 -(whoops) -Fantastic. 57 00:03:02,332 --> 00:03:04,183 LUKE: Thanks for coming. Look, 58 00:03:04,334 --> 00:03:06,092 I have some very exciting news. 59 00:03:06,187 --> 00:03:09,095 Skyfair Media Group have made an offer 60 00:03:09,172 --> 00:03:11,581 to acquire majority stake in Monarch. 61 00:03:11,600 --> 00:03:15,176 And by "acquire," you mean they want to buy us? 62 00:03:15,196 --> 00:03:16,511 Yes, technically. 63 00:03:16,530 --> 00:03:18,271 Well, then this'll be a short meeting. 64 00:03:18,440 --> 00:03:19,740 The answer's no. 65 00:03:21,093 --> 00:03:23,610 -If you'll excuse me. -Look, you can vote 66 00:03:23,762 --> 00:03:27,021 against this if you want, but you are required to hear me out. 67 00:03:27,190 --> 00:03:30,209 Daddy, there's no harm in listening to him. 68 00:03:30,360 --> 00:03:31,618 NICKY: Mm-hmm. Well, come on. Gigi's right. 69 00:03:31,770 --> 00:03:33,194 We should at least hear what they're offering. 70 00:03:33,288 --> 00:03:35,121 Well, what do you think they're offering? 71 00:03:35,216 --> 00:03:39,443 Money. That's what this is about. 72 00:03:39,461 --> 00:03:40,702 Right? 73 00:03:40,870 --> 00:03:42,462 Here's the hard truth, okay? 74 00:03:42,631 --> 00:03:45,966 We can't survive long-term without a move like this. 75 00:03:46,118 --> 00:03:48,543 Now, their CEO-- Skyler Samms-- 76 00:03:48,562 --> 00:03:51,955 understands this is still our company. 77 00:03:51,974 --> 00:03:54,808 Only now we're protected under her umbrella. 78 00:03:54,884 --> 00:03:57,903 (laughing): This is the definition of a win-win. 79 00:03:58,130 --> 00:04:00,239 You done? 80 00:04:01,133 --> 00:04:02,632 Yeah, I'm done. 81 00:04:02,651 --> 00:04:05,151 Good. I vote no. 82 00:04:05,246 --> 00:04:07,079 Nicolette? Georgina? 83 00:04:07,306 --> 00:04:08,822 I'm with Daddy. We'd be just another division 84 00:04:08,916 --> 00:04:10,082 in a big corporation. 85 00:04:10,233 --> 00:04:11,250 I don't like that. 86 00:04:11,401 --> 00:04:13,477 I think it's fine the way it is. 87 00:04:13,495 --> 00:04:15,128 Meeting adjourned. 88 00:04:20,928 --> 00:04:22,577 WADE: Nicky. 89 00:04:22,671 --> 00:04:23,837 I was hoping I might find you here. 90 00:04:23,931 --> 00:04:26,247 Wade. Hi, how are you? 91 00:04:26,374 --> 00:04:29,843 Yeah, no complaints, except for not having seen you in a while. 92 00:04:29,995 --> 00:04:31,661 You want to grab dinner tonight, catch up? 93 00:04:31,755 --> 00:04:33,497 I'd love to, but I have plans. 94 00:04:33,590 --> 00:04:36,108 Okay, well, pick a night. Any night. 95 00:04:36,335 --> 00:04:39,427 Actually, I have plans every night. I sort of... 96 00:04:39,446 --> 00:04:41,780 I kind of started seeing someone. 97 00:04:41,931 --> 00:04:43,507 (laughs softly) 98 00:04:43,525 --> 00:04:46,192 Well, why don't we just go to dinner as friends? 99 00:04:46,345 --> 00:04:48,345 (chuckles) Nice try. 100 00:04:48,363 --> 00:04:49,955 I don't think you're quite built for friendship. 101 00:04:50,106 --> 00:04:53,183 (laughs) You know, I think you might be right. 102 00:04:53,276 --> 00:04:56,628 But if you do change your mind, you know where to find me. 103 00:05:04,454 --> 00:05:05,879 ALBIE: What's going on, Tripp? 104 00:05:05,973 --> 00:05:11,217 The lab work for the blood we found in Clive's car came back. 105 00:05:11,312 --> 00:05:14,646 The blood you claim was yours. 106 00:05:14,798 --> 00:05:16,206 It's not. 107 00:05:16,224 --> 00:05:18,132 -Well, run it again. -Yeah. 108 00:05:18,152 --> 00:05:21,711 We did. Twice. 109 00:05:21,730 --> 00:05:25,549 The blood... is Nicky's. 110 00:05:25,642 --> 00:05:27,809 Perfect match. 111 00:05:27,903 --> 00:05:31,830 I don't think you are grasping the severity of this situation. 112 00:05:31,999 --> 00:05:34,816 Okay? Nicky is now the prime suspect 113 00:05:34,910 --> 00:05:36,818 in the disappearance of her husband. 114 00:05:36,912 --> 00:05:38,061 Nicky didn't kill that bastard, 115 00:05:38,154 --> 00:05:39,729 and you know damn well she didn't. 116 00:05:39,748 --> 00:05:42,424 Fine. Who did? 117 00:05:43,844 --> 00:05:45,093 Not gonna talk? 118 00:05:46,513 --> 00:05:48,096 Okay. 119 00:05:49,091 --> 00:05:51,141 Here's what I think. 120 00:05:52,001 --> 00:05:53,602 I think you killed Clive. 121 00:05:55,004 --> 00:05:57,022 Maybe he had it coming. 122 00:05:57,173 --> 00:05:58,673 I cannot help you, Albie, 123 00:05:58,767 --> 00:06:03,320 unless you start cooperating right here, right now. 124 00:06:05,699 --> 00:06:07,115 (sighs) 125 00:06:09,536 --> 00:06:11,519 Tripp, you think whatever you want to think, 126 00:06:11,538 --> 00:06:13,855 but you and I both know if you had proof, 127 00:06:13,949 --> 00:06:15,599 I'd be in cuffs right now. 128 00:06:15,617 --> 00:06:17,767 It's murder one, Albie. 129 00:06:17,786 --> 00:06:19,544 Murder one. 130 00:06:19,696 --> 00:06:21,213 I can't look the other way. 131 00:06:21,364 --> 00:06:23,048 So I'm gonna give you 24 hours 132 00:06:23,199 --> 00:06:27,052 to come to your senses and reconsider, 133 00:06:27,279 --> 00:06:29,137 for old times' sake. 134 00:06:31,040 --> 00:06:34,142 I wouldn't wait by the phone if I was you. 135 00:06:37,347 --> 00:06:39,356 (door opens) 136 00:06:40,901 --> 00:06:41,808 (door closes) 137 00:06:41,960 --> 00:06:44,111 ♪ ♪ 138 00:06:48,967 --> 00:06:51,134 SKYLER: So, is there a problem 139 00:06:51,153 --> 00:06:53,136 we hadn't foreseen? 140 00:06:53,155 --> 00:06:54,746 Look, to my father, Monarch isn't a business. 141 00:06:54,973 --> 00:06:56,306 Okay? It's a family. 142 00:06:56,308 --> 00:06:59,309 And if you're not a Roman, you're a threat. 143 00:06:59,327 --> 00:07:01,920 Hell, I am a Roman, and I'm still a threat. 144 00:07:02,105 --> 00:07:03,313 A shame. 145 00:07:03,406 --> 00:07:04,998 We could've done great things together. 146 00:07:05,150 --> 00:07:07,092 And we still can. 147 00:07:07,169 --> 00:07:10,595 I can get this done, I just need more time. 148 00:07:10,822 --> 00:07:12,431 Give me 48 hours, okay? 149 00:07:12,599 --> 00:07:14,674 You won't be sorry. 150 00:07:14,826 --> 00:07:17,919 We all know that Monarch was named for the butterfly. 151 00:07:17,938 --> 00:07:20,439 But you know how long they live. 152 00:07:20,590 --> 00:07:24,776 Six weeks. Six weeks for all that majesty. 153 00:07:24,928 --> 00:07:29,689 Luke, your label, it's beautiful. 154 00:07:29,841 --> 00:07:31,599 But everything dies eventually. 155 00:07:31,693 --> 00:07:35,620 Explain to your family that without me, so will Monarch. 156 00:07:37,958 --> 00:07:39,624 ♪ ♪ 157 00:07:42,204 --> 00:07:43,611 EARL: I can't believe... 158 00:07:43,630 --> 00:07:45,355 He wants to sell Monarch? 159 00:07:45,373 --> 00:07:47,524 If Dottie knew what that sneaky, 160 00:07:47,617 --> 00:07:50,802 little drop-dead gorgeous son of hers was up to, 161 00:07:51,029 --> 00:07:53,379 she would roll over in her couture grave. 162 00:07:53,532 --> 00:07:56,216 Say what you want about Luke, but he's making moves. 163 00:07:56,310 --> 00:07:59,126 Maybe I should do that, too. 164 00:07:59,146 --> 00:08:02,129 Well, I'm a fan of making moves. Do tell, baby girl. 165 00:08:02,224 --> 00:08:05,225 You just heard me. I'm at the top of my game. 166 00:08:05,377 --> 00:08:08,211 Apparently, turning down the Yellow Roses 167 00:08:08,230 --> 00:08:09,546 has made me even hotter. 168 00:08:09,564 --> 00:08:11,898 People love it when you tell 'em no. 169 00:08:12,050 --> 00:08:14,159 Maybe I should try it sometime. 170 00:08:14,386 --> 00:08:16,069 (laughs) 171 00:08:16,221 --> 00:08:17,237 But what y'all heard was a cover. 172 00:08:17,313 --> 00:08:19,480 I don't want to be like Nicky, 173 00:08:19,500 --> 00:08:22,149 begging people to write songs for me and chasing heat. 174 00:08:22,227 --> 00:08:25,078 Okay, I get it. You want to be a singer-songwriter 175 00:08:25,154 --> 00:08:26,505 -like your daddy. -Yep, 176 00:08:26,673 --> 00:08:29,082 my songs from my heart. 177 00:08:29,234 --> 00:08:31,343 And that's what I want my first album to be. 178 00:08:31,570 --> 00:08:33,011 You're gonna need a great producer. 179 00:08:33,162 --> 00:08:35,663 Which is why the top producers 180 00:08:35,741 --> 00:08:39,351 from Nashville and L.A. are coming tomorrow to pitch me. 181 00:08:39,502 --> 00:08:43,337 What? Okay, you have been making moves. 182 00:08:43,431 --> 00:08:45,431 I really should learn to say no. 183 00:08:45,584 --> 00:08:47,526 (laughs) 184 00:08:51,365 --> 00:08:54,348 NICKY: Well, I'm not sure about your culinary skills, 185 00:08:54,368 --> 00:08:57,110 but your exercise regimen... I'm a fan of that. 186 00:08:57,204 --> 00:08:59,112 JAMIE: Oh, yeah? Well, maybe next time 187 00:08:59,264 --> 00:09:02,265 we should eat first, carb up for endurance. 188 00:09:02,284 --> 00:09:05,602 -Mm. -(both chuckle) 189 00:09:05,771 --> 00:09:07,337 LUKE: Morning, Nick. 190 00:09:08,197 --> 00:09:10,131 -(clears throat) -Hey. 191 00:09:11,293 --> 00:09:12,551 -(both laugh) -All right. 192 00:09:12,702 --> 00:09:14,553 Bye. 193 00:09:14,780 --> 00:09:16,388 Luke. 194 00:09:16,557 --> 00:09:17,889 -Hey, Jamie. -Yep. 195 00:09:18,041 --> 00:09:19,799 NICKY: All right, little brother, 196 00:09:19,951 --> 00:09:21,560 what brings you to my humble abode? 197 00:09:21,636 --> 00:09:25,397 Well, it could be a lot less humble if you'd hear me out 198 00:09:25,548 --> 00:09:28,233 -on this merger. -I'm not anti-money. 199 00:09:28,384 --> 00:09:31,294 -Then name your price. -What? 200 00:09:31,313 --> 00:09:33,238 Skyler Samms is hot for this deal. 201 00:09:33,315 --> 00:09:36,241 And I persuaded her to sweeten the terms. 202 00:09:36,318 --> 00:09:38,076 Right, well, that doesn't matter, 203 00:09:38,303 --> 00:09:40,061 because even if I did decide to vote with you, 204 00:09:40,155 --> 00:09:42,063 Gigi and Dad would still block it. 205 00:09:42,157 --> 00:09:44,641 No. They can't. 206 00:09:44,734 --> 00:09:47,994 Because there's something y'all don't know. 207 00:09:48,146 --> 00:09:50,980 Before Mama passed, she gave me her voting shares. 208 00:09:50,999 --> 00:09:53,925 I control 40% of the block. 209 00:09:54,035 --> 00:09:57,095 With your 20, we can seal this deal. 210 00:09:57,264 --> 00:10:03,143 So, tell me, Nicky, what do you really want? 211 00:10:06,181 --> 00:10:08,607 I want to speak to Skyler myself. 212 00:10:08,758 --> 00:10:10,683 (chuckles): Wh... Why? 213 00:10:10,777 --> 00:10:14,404 Why? Because it's my dreams and my life and my career. 214 00:10:15,857 --> 00:10:19,117 But if anyone's gonna make this happen, it's gonna be me. 215 00:10:24,625 --> 00:10:26,666 ♪ ♪ 216 00:10:29,779 --> 00:10:32,297 (sighs) 217 00:10:35,618 --> 00:10:37,052 Your noon just canceled. 218 00:10:38,472 --> 00:10:40,305 Um, my 10:00 bailed 219 00:10:40,532 --> 00:10:43,124 and my 11:00 backed out, so... 220 00:10:43,143 --> 00:10:44,809 Your 2:00 p.m. is still on the books. 221 00:10:45,036 --> 00:10:46,369 Great. 222 00:10:46,388 --> 00:10:48,313 But his office wants you to know that they're expecting 223 00:10:48,464 --> 00:10:52,392 his $1.2 million producing fee up front. 224 00:10:52,486 --> 00:10:53,693 In Bitcoin. 225 00:10:56,564 --> 00:10:58,639 What the actual hell? 226 00:10:58,659 --> 00:11:00,066 -What? -All those meetings 227 00:11:00,160 --> 00:11:01,993 I had lined up with producers? 228 00:11:02,220 --> 00:11:03,995 All no-shows. 229 00:11:04,147 --> 00:11:07,148 Damn. I was afraid that might happen. 230 00:11:07,200 --> 00:11:09,575 I've been so delusional about myself. 231 00:11:09,728 --> 00:11:12,745 I don't know what made me think I could ever be an... 232 00:11:12,839 --> 00:11:14,172 a Dolly or an Emmylou. 233 00:11:14,323 --> 00:11:17,509 Geeg, stop. It's not you or your songs. 234 00:11:17,660 --> 00:11:19,402 You're both spectacular. 235 00:11:19,462 --> 00:11:21,680 Well, then, what's the problem? 236 00:11:22,999 --> 00:11:24,574 Monarch. 237 00:11:24,592 --> 00:11:26,000 Monarch is the problem. 238 00:11:26,169 --> 00:11:28,761 We're limited in size and scope. 239 00:11:28,855 --> 00:11:31,172 We've just thrown everything at Daddy's album, and now 240 00:11:31,191 --> 00:11:33,841 everybody knows that our finances are stretched thin. 241 00:11:33,860 --> 00:11:38,421 We don't have the deep pockets to throw at top producers. 242 00:11:38,423 --> 00:11:40,423 (sighs) But... 243 00:11:40,516 --> 00:11:42,183 this is what I was trying to say. 244 00:11:42,277 --> 00:11:44,068 If we had done that Skyfair deal, 245 00:11:44,221 --> 00:11:45,778 this would never be an issue. 246 00:11:45,931 --> 00:11:48,431 Monarch is a family business. 247 00:11:48,600 --> 00:11:50,283 Geeg, I know you're a hard no. 248 00:11:50,452 --> 00:11:52,711 I know that, okay? I'm just... 249 00:11:52,938 --> 00:11:54,620 I'm frustrated for you. 250 00:11:54,715 --> 00:11:56,105 That's all. 251 00:11:56,199 --> 00:11:58,717 Money shouldn't come before music. 252 00:11:58,868 --> 00:12:02,721 It's just the realities of this business sometimes. 253 00:12:02,948 --> 00:12:04,964 I'm sorry, Geeg. 254 00:12:05,133 --> 00:12:08,143 (sighs) Me, too. 255 00:12:10,805 --> 00:12:12,397 ♪ ♪ 256 00:12:13,975 --> 00:12:15,475 ACE: Can you finally tell me what we're doing here? 257 00:12:15,627 --> 00:12:17,126 ANA: Even though we're not allowed to date, 258 00:12:17,145 --> 00:12:19,386 no one said we couldn't still make music together. 259 00:12:19,406 --> 00:12:22,073 And once we post it and people start shipping us, 260 00:12:22,150 --> 00:12:24,300 there'll be no way for our moms to keep us apart. 261 00:12:24,319 --> 00:12:25,969 Ana, you know there's nothing that we can do 262 00:12:25,987 --> 00:12:27,728 that could change their minds. 263 00:12:27,748 --> 00:12:29,973 Then what do we have to lose? 264 00:12:29,991 --> 00:12:32,167 So let's make a video together. 265 00:12:34,921 --> 00:12:37,964 (guitar playing) 266 00:12:44,931 --> 00:12:47,006 ♪ Girl, you got those eyes ♪ 267 00:12:47,100 --> 00:12:49,509 ♪ Looking at me like ♪ 268 00:12:49,661 --> 00:12:52,645 ♪ You want to get out this town ♪ 269 00:12:54,441 --> 00:12:56,757 ♪ You got a midnight shine ♪ 270 00:12:56,926 --> 00:12:59,260 ♪ You're Bonnie, I'm Clyde ♪ 271 00:12:59,279 --> 00:13:01,988 ♪ Ain't a better time than now ♪ 272 00:13:02,932 --> 00:13:05,024 ♪ We got fire, we got soul ♪ 273 00:13:05,101 --> 00:13:07,434 ♪ Baby, what you say we roll? ♪ 274 00:13:07,529 --> 00:13:10,346 ♪ Get those four wheels spinning out your driveway ♪ 275 00:13:10,365 --> 00:13:12,273 ♪ Kicking up white gravel rock ♪ 276 00:13:12,367 --> 00:13:14,626 ♪ We got time, got all night ♪ 277 00:13:14,777 --> 00:13:17,353 ♪ Baby, I'm down for a little ride ♪ 278 00:13:17,446 --> 00:13:20,189 ♪ Yeah, once we get going, know we ain't gonna stop ♪ 279 00:13:20,358 --> 00:13:23,693 ♪ No, no, nobody got what we got ♪ 280 00:13:23,711 --> 00:13:25,545 ♪ No, no, no ♪ 281 00:13:25,697 --> 00:13:30,225 ♪ Nobody got what we got, no, no ♪ 282 00:13:31,978 --> 00:13:35,204 ♪ You're getting everything right ♪ 283 00:13:35,223 --> 00:13:37,223 ♪ It's like you're reading my mind ♪ 284 00:13:37,375 --> 00:13:40,710 ♪ Southbound with the radio loud ♪ 285 00:13:40,728 --> 00:13:41,820 ♪ Mmm ♪ 286 00:13:41,971 --> 00:13:44,638 ♪ And we got big plans ♪ 287 00:13:44,807 --> 00:13:46,566 ♪ Maybe they won't understand ♪ 288 00:13:46,718 --> 00:13:49,902 ♪ But let's get lost and never get found ♪ 289 00:13:50,055 --> 00:13:51,028 ♪ Never get found ♪ 290 00:13:51,255 --> 00:13:53,647 ♪ We don't know ♪ 291 00:13:53,741 --> 00:13:55,649 ♪ Is this the road to paradise ♪ 292 00:13:55,743 --> 00:13:58,061 ♪ Or a dead end? ♪ 293 00:13:58,079 --> 00:14:00,654 ♪ So don't let go ♪ 294 00:14:00,748 --> 00:14:05,176 ♪ 'Cause in your eyes, I see how good this love can get ♪ 295 00:14:05,345 --> 00:14:08,012 ♪ Mmm ♪ 296 00:14:08,239 --> 00:14:09,906 ♪ We got fire, we got soul ♪ 297 00:14:10,075 --> 00:14:12,666 ♪ Baby, what you say we roll? ♪ 298 00:14:12,686 --> 00:14:14,853 ♪ Get those four wheels spinning out your driveway ♪ 299 00:14:15,004 --> 00:14:17,246 ♪ Kicking up white gravel rock ♪ 300 00:14:17,265 --> 00:14:19,415 ♪ We got time, got all night ♪ 301 00:14:19,434 --> 00:14:21,842 ♪ Baby, I'm down for a little ride ♪ 302 00:14:21,862 --> 00:14:25,088 ♪ Yeah, once we get going, no, we ain't gonna stop ♪ 303 00:14:25,106 --> 00:14:28,533 ♪ No, no, nobody got what we got ♪ 304 00:14:28,760 --> 00:14:30,760 ♪ No, no, no ♪ 305 00:14:30,778 --> 00:14:32,778 ♪ Nobody got what we got ♪ 306 00:14:32,931 --> 00:14:36,541 ♪ No, no. ♪ 307 00:14:36,692 --> 00:14:38,668 (cheering, applause) 308 00:14:42,774 --> 00:14:44,198 You don't want to? 309 00:14:44,259 --> 00:14:45,942 -No, of course I do, it's just... -Right. 310 00:14:46,035 --> 00:14:49,345 A Roman always keeps his word. 311 00:14:51,874 --> 00:14:53,558 ♪ ♪ 312 00:14:55,061 --> 00:14:56,686 (door opens) 313 00:14:59,215 --> 00:15:02,141 Skyler Samms, meet Nicky Roman. 314 00:15:02,235 --> 00:15:04,569 Well, I'd like to say that your brother told me all about you, 315 00:15:04,720 --> 00:15:05,886 but I already know everything. 316 00:15:05,906 --> 00:15:08,072 I am a huge fan. 317 00:15:08,224 --> 00:15:10,074 -Come on in. -Ah, well, that's great. 318 00:15:10,226 --> 00:15:11,968 Then we can dispense with the dog and pony show 319 00:15:11,970 --> 00:15:13,094 you got planned. 320 00:15:13,154 --> 00:15:15,821 Nick, why don't we hear her out? 321 00:15:15,898 --> 00:15:17,640 Why? 322 00:15:17,659 --> 00:15:18,899 Without my yes vote, 323 00:15:18,993 --> 00:15:20,901 this merger dies before Skyler here 324 00:15:20,995 --> 00:15:23,254 can fly to Sedona for a spa day. 325 00:15:23,481 --> 00:15:26,424 So, here's the straight-up quid pro and quo: 326 00:15:26,575 --> 00:15:28,167 I want a tour. 327 00:15:28,261 --> 00:15:31,245 Headlining 50 cities across North America. 328 00:15:31,264 --> 00:15:32,746 Stadiums and arenas only. 329 00:15:32,840 --> 00:15:35,082 Effects, choreographed stage show, 330 00:15:35,101 --> 00:15:37,751 -20-piece band. -Nick. 331 00:15:37,771 --> 00:15:40,680 Luke, let your sister finish. 332 00:15:40,774 --> 00:15:44,167 And I'm looking beyond albums. 333 00:15:44,169 --> 00:15:45,334 I want my own satellite radio channel 334 00:15:45,428 --> 00:15:47,353 and a book deal if we can swing it. 335 00:15:47,447 --> 00:15:49,355 I think it's time that I became a global brand, 336 00:15:49,449 --> 00:15:51,841 and Skyfair has the reach and the resources 337 00:15:51,934 --> 00:15:53,284 to make that happen. 338 00:15:53,511 --> 00:15:54,369 Good? 339 00:15:56,030 --> 00:15:58,623 Oh, a-and if that's not enough to seal the deal, 340 00:15:58,774 --> 00:16:01,459 you got to remember, I'm Nicky Roman 341 00:16:01,610 --> 00:16:03,461 and I'm undeniable. 342 00:16:03,612 --> 00:16:05,129 (chuckles) 343 00:16:05,356 --> 00:16:07,781 (door opens, closes) 344 00:16:07,801 --> 00:16:10,051 (exhales) 345 00:16:11,362 --> 00:16:13,137 -Hey, Nick. -Ah, it's quicker 346 00:16:13,289 --> 00:16:15,139 than I expected, but you can hold your breath. 347 00:16:15,291 --> 00:16:17,141 I get it. Skyler passed. 348 00:16:17,293 --> 00:16:20,144 -(chuckles) She went for it. -What? 349 00:16:20,296 --> 00:16:22,146 All of it. The tour, the book deal. 350 00:16:22,298 --> 00:16:24,040 She's even willing to throw in a production company. 351 00:16:24,058 --> 00:16:26,042 Everything you asked for and then some. 352 00:16:26,060 --> 00:16:28,711 -Are you for real? -You knew what you wanted. 353 00:16:28,730 --> 00:16:30,229 And you went for it, Nick. 354 00:16:30,398 --> 00:16:33,566 (laughs) Where'd you learn that Jedi mind trick, huh? 355 00:16:33,718 --> 00:16:36,494 20% you, the rest Mama. 356 00:16:36,645 --> 00:16:38,237 Oh, my God, well, what-what happens next? 357 00:16:38,389 --> 00:16:40,147 Well, we set up a family vote on the merger 358 00:16:40,241 --> 00:16:41,982 after Daddy's album release party, 359 00:16:42,002 --> 00:16:44,243 and, I mean, you're a yes, so it's a done deal. 360 00:16:44,395 --> 00:16:46,153 Tell me something, Nick. 361 00:16:46,172 --> 00:16:48,715 You ready for your dreams to come true? 362 00:16:50,918 --> 00:16:52,468 Wow. 363 00:16:58,926 --> 00:17:01,352 ♪ ♪ 364 00:17:03,339 --> 00:17:05,248 -You're voting to sell? -(sighs) 365 00:17:05,341 --> 00:17:07,841 It's gonna break Daddy's heart. 366 00:17:07,935 --> 00:17:11,270 But I'm realizing if you want something, 367 00:17:11,364 --> 00:17:13,865 and I mean really want it, then you just have to take it, 368 00:17:13,941 --> 00:17:15,742 even if it ends up hurting someone. 369 00:17:18,538 --> 00:17:21,522 What, why are you looking at me like that? 370 00:17:21,616 --> 00:17:23,783 -Do you think I'm a bad person? -No, no. Just for a minute there, 371 00:17:23,935 --> 00:17:26,210 I thought it was Dottie Roman sitting right next to me. 372 00:17:27,881 --> 00:17:30,548 -So it's a done deal. -Mm-mm. 373 00:17:30,699 --> 00:17:33,384 I told Luke I needed some time to think it through. 374 00:17:33,461 --> 00:17:35,294 What is there to think about? 375 00:17:35,446 --> 00:17:37,446 And not to make this about moi, 376 00:17:37,465 --> 00:17:40,207 but I need to order a case of rhinestones 377 00:17:40,285 --> 00:17:42,301 to bedazzle every piece of clothing you have 378 00:17:42,395 --> 00:17:45,137 so even the nosebleed seats can see you sparkle. 379 00:17:45,264 --> 00:17:47,565 Mm, I still got to think about it. 380 00:17:47,792 --> 00:17:50,384 I know what this is about. 381 00:17:50,478 --> 00:17:53,145 Your mama always said not getting what you want is hard, 382 00:17:53,239 --> 00:17:55,965 but getting what you want, 383 00:17:55,983 --> 00:17:58,484 that can be downright terrifying. 384 00:17:58,636 --> 00:17:59,368 Hmm. 385 00:18:00,638 --> 00:18:02,972 You think I'm scared of getting what I want? 386 00:18:03,065 --> 00:18:07,143 I think stadiums hold a lot of people, 387 00:18:07,161 --> 00:18:09,337 and it's your job to fill 'em. 388 00:18:12,667 --> 00:18:14,592 ♪ ♪ 389 00:18:16,596 --> 00:18:18,763 LUKE: Hey, Dad. 390 00:18:18,990 --> 00:18:22,100 What is so urgent? I came as soon as you called. 391 00:18:22,209 --> 00:18:24,994 How we looking for my album release party? You on it? 392 00:18:25,012 --> 00:18:26,495 I'm always on it. 393 00:18:26,589 --> 00:18:30,532 But you don't like parties, so... 394 00:18:30,534 --> 00:18:32,001 why am I here? 395 00:18:32,019 --> 00:18:34,112 I know your sister met with that CEO. 396 00:18:34,263 --> 00:18:37,264 What'd she promise her to flip? 397 00:18:37,358 --> 00:18:39,766 Sun? Moon? 398 00:18:39,861 --> 00:18:41,285 Maybe both? 399 00:18:41,437 --> 00:18:43,454 Nicky ran that meeting, 'cause she knows 400 00:18:43,681 --> 00:18:45,456 there's plenty in this for all of us. 401 00:18:45,533 --> 00:18:48,459 But I'm good. Ain't nothing I want. 402 00:18:48,611 --> 00:18:51,537 Then maybe you should start thinking about the rest of us. 403 00:18:51,614 --> 00:18:53,689 Watch yourself, boy. 404 00:18:53,708 --> 00:18:55,616 This ain't no boardroom. 405 00:18:55,635 --> 00:18:58,711 Barroom rules are a little different. 406 00:18:58,805 --> 00:19:00,621 Why do you care if Skyfair buys? 407 00:19:00,640 --> 00:19:02,623 It's still gonna be our name on the door. 408 00:19:02,642 --> 00:19:05,034 What does it matter who pays the bills and signs the checks? 409 00:19:05,127 --> 00:19:06,477 It matters. 410 00:19:07,313 --> 00:19:09,538 Me and your mama started Monarch 411 00:19:09,557 --> 00:19:12,875 with an old six-string and a four-track recorder 412 00:19:12,968 --> 00:19:14,968 and Dottie Roman's voice. 413 00:19:15,062 --> 00:19:17,062 Built it into something special. 414 00:19:17,157 --> 00:19:19,215 Me and Mama built this company. 415 00:19:19,384 --> 00:19:21,567 You've just been along for the ride. 416 00:19:21,719 --> 00:19:23,719 And I'm sorry, but the ride's gonna end, 417 00:19:23,738 --> 00:19:25,163 'cause if it ain't Skyfair, 418 00:19:25,390 --> 00:19:28,224 it's gonna be some hedge fund buying us up 419 00:19:28,317 --> 00:19:29,834 -for pennies on the dollar. -(shatters) 420 00:19:30,003 --> 00:19:32,545 It ain't yours to sell. 421 00:19:37,826 --> 00:19:39,552 I'm sorry. 422 00:19:41,255 --> 00:19:44,974 This is gonna happen with or without you. 423 00:19:54,419 --> 00:19:57,528 ♪ ♪ 424 00:19:57,680 --> 00:20:00,272 Hey. Baby, I still cannot get over your performance yesterday. 425 00:20:00,425 --> 00:20:02,591 Your voice is incredible. 426 00:20:02,610 --> 00:20:05,261 Well, apparently, you're the only one that thinks so. 427 00:20:05,354 --> 00:20:06,929 What? 428 00:20:06,948 --> 00:20:09,356 What are you talking about? 429 00:20:09,375 --> 00:20:12,693 Not one producer came to meet with me today. 430 00:20:12,820 --> 00:20:15,287 I'm sorry, what? Why? 431 00:20:15,440 --> 00:20:20,176 No idea, because none of them even bothered to call me. 432 00:20:21,145 --> 00:20:22,220 Except for one. 433 00:20:22,447 --> 00:20:24,055 He said he would rec with me for the up-front fee 434 00:20:24,206 --> 00:20:26,557 of a Scrooge McDuck amount of Bitcoin. 435 00:20:26,784 --> 00:20:30,286 No, this doesn't make sense. Something must have happened. 436 00:20:30,304 --> 00:20:32,546 Like what? Why would your hottest client 437 00:20:32,565 --> 00:20:36,275 suddenly be ghosted by every producer in country music? 438 00:20:38,071 --> 00:20:40,321 I think I have an idea. 439 00:20:42,633 --> 00:20:45,058 How could you do this? 440 00:20:45,227 --> 00:20:46,635 I'm having a pretty bad day. 441 00:20:46,654 --> 00:20:48,412 Do you want to be a little more specific? 442 00:20:48,564 --> 00:20:50,473 Yeah, the producers Gigi had lined up? 443 00:20:50,491 --> 00:20:52,583 You told them to cancel. Don't you dare deny it. 444 00:20:52,735 --> 00:20:54,326 I wasn't going to. 445 00:20:54,479 --> 00:20:55,478 So what, Luke? She doesn't want to sell the company, 446 00:20:55,496 --> 00:20:56,812 and this is your way of punishing her? 447 00:20:56,981 --> 00:20:58,981 I'm not doing this to punish Gigi. 448 00:20:59,000 --> 00:21:01,759 -Then why'd you do it? -If we don't make this deal, 449 00:21:01,986 --> 00:21:04,487 in five years it's gonna happen anyway. 450 00:21:04,655 --> 00:21:06,413 And Gigi needs to understand that. 451 00:21:06,507 --> 00:21:08,599 She's not leverage, Luke, she's your sister! 452 00:21:08,826 --> 00:21:09,992 (hits desk) 453 00:21:10,052 --> 00:21:12,979 I'm not gonna have you play her like that. 454 00:21:14,440 --> 00:21:16,923 -Oh, God. -Hey, you're not okay. 455 00:21:16,943 --> 00:21:19,277 I'm fine. (panting) 456 00:21:19,504 --> 00:21:20,686 I'm gonna tell her about this. 457 00:21:20,838 --> 00:21:22,838 (grunts) 458 00:21:22,931 --> 00:21:24,532 Hey. 459 00:21:26,027 --> 00:21:28,577 I think it's the baby. Something's wrong. 460 00:21:30,498 --> 00:21:32,515 WADE: Truthfully, I didn't think you'd hit me back. 461 00:21:32,533 --> 00:21:35,960 That last text was like a relationship Hail Mary. 462 00:21:36,111 --> 00:21:38,445 Well, I'm glad you did because I need some business advice. 463 00:21:38,464 --> 00:21:41,281 Okay, well, uh, let's talk business. 464 00:21:41,301 --> 00:21:43,192 Right, what would you say if I said, hypothetically, 465 00:21:43,194 --> 00:21:46,804 that I've been offered a full-blown arena tour? 466 00:21:46,955 --> 00:21:48,288 No. 467 00:21:48,308 --> 00:21:53,385 I wanted to ask you if you would consider opening for me. 468 00:21:53,538 --> 00:21:55,146 I mean, for anyone else, not a chance, 469 00:21:55,297 --> 00:21:58,374 but for you... I'm in. 470 00:21:58,392 --> 00:21:59,892 -(door opens) -(chuckles) 471 00:22:00,044 --> 00:22:01,560 -I'm all in. -JAMIE: Hey. 472 00:22:01,654 --> 00:22:04,155 Door was unlocked. Picked up some barbecue. 473 00:22:05,658 --> 00:22:07,825 Uh, maybe I should leave. 474 00:22:08,052 --> 00:22:10,328 No, it's all right, man. 475 00:22:11,164 --> 00:22:12,813 One step ahead of you. 476 00:22:12,907 --> 00:22:14,582 Jamie. 477 00:22:15,651 --> 00:22:18,002 Jamie, it's just a drink. 478 00:22:18,229 --> 00:22:19,562 -Oh, is that what that was? -Yes, it was work. 479 00:22:19,580 --> 00:22:21,230 I wanted some advice. 480 00:22:21,323 --> 00:22:22,173 There are a hundred different people 481 00:22:22,400 --> 00:22:23,415 that you could ask for advice. 482 00:22:23,568 --> 00:22:24,917 People you haven't slept with, people... 483 00:22:25,011 --> 00:22:26,585 people that aren't still in love with you. 484 00:22:26,679 --> 00:22:29,238 So please tell me, what question could you have 485 00:22:29,331 --> 00:22:32,257 that only Smilin' Wade Stellings could answer? 486 00:22:32,352 --> 00:22:35,168 I asked him if he would open for me on tour. 487 00:22:35,337 --> 00:22:38,080 -What tour? -If I vote for the merger, 488 00:22:38,099 --> 00:22:40,733 Skyfair wants me headlining stadiums. 489 00:22:42,253 --> 00:22:43,586 -When did all this happen? -Today. 490 00:22:43,604 --> 00:22:45,863 -This all just happened so fast. -Yeah, but not so fast 491 00:22:46,014 --> 00:22:48,440 that you couldn't loop in Wade over drinks. 492 00:22:48,534 --> 00:22:51,685 And you asked him to come with you on the road? 493 00:22:51,779 --> 00:22:54,372 You know what? Maybe you two can share a tour bus. 494 00:22:54,523 --> 00:22:56,648 Since you're so damn cozy with each other. 495 00:22:56,800 --> 00:22:58,042 -That's not fair. -Fair? 496 00:22:58,269 --> 00:23:01,045 I gave up running a label to stay here and be with you. 497 00:23:01,196 --> 00:23:02,529 I didn't ask you to do that. 498 00:23:02,548 --> 00:23:03,881 Because you didn't have to. 499 00:23:04,108 --> 00:23:07,292 And I'd never stand in the way of your dreams, not ever. 500 00:23:07,387 --> 00:23:09,461 (chuckles): I mean, how could I, when I'm the last one 501 00:23:09,630 --> 00:23:11,639 to find out that they're about to come true? 502 00:23:12,708 --> 00:23:15,059 But I get it. I do. 503 00:23:15,895 --> 00:23:17,353 This is your moment. 504 00:23:19,140 --> 00:23:22,291 And who wants some, some boyfriend holding them back? 505 00:23:22,460 --> 00:23:24,217 -No, that is not how things are. I... -You know, 506 00:23:24,311 --> 00:23:26,295 there are a million different ways to end relationships, 507 00:23:26,388 --> 00:23:28,388 sometimes dramatic, and sometimes all you got to do 508 00:23:28,408 --> 00:23:32,493 is invite your ex over and leave the front door unlocked. 509 00:23:34,639 --> 00:23:36,580 Congratulations, Nicky... 510 00:23:38,084 --> 00:23:40,709 ...on finally getting what you've always wanted. 511 00:23:53,599 --> 00:23:55,674 DOCTOR: Well, your blood pressure was elevated, 512 00:23:55,826 --> 00:23:57,601 which led to the contractions. 513 00:23:57,678 --> 00:24:00,754 Fortunately, the hydration seems to have done the trick. 514 00:24:00,773 --> 00:24:02,181 -Oh, thank God. -Oh. 515 00:24:02,333 --> 00:24:04,349 The baby and your wife are both fine. 516 00:24:04,502 --> 00:24:07,503 -She's not my wife... -Thank you, Doctor. 517 00:24:07,596 --> 00:24:09,321 Sure. 518 00:24:12,952 --> 00:24:14,326 LUKE: I was so scared. 519 00:24:16,180 --> 00:24:17,455 Well, she said the baby's fine, so... 520 00:24:17,606 --> 00:24:20,624 I was worried about the both of you. 521 00:24:22,369 --> 00:24:23,544 Hey. 522 00:24:28,192 --> 00:24:29,208 What's going on? 523 00:24:29,302 --> 00:24:30,784 (sighs) Gigi, you made it. 524 00:24:30,878 --> 00:24:32,878 Everything's fine. 525 00:24:33,030 --> 00:24:34,955 Apparently just some contractions. 526 00:24:34,974 --> 00:24:36,348 Just a bit dehydrated, so... 527 00:24:37,535 --> 00:24:39,435 We're lucky Luke got us here so fast. 528 00:24:40,538 --> 00:24:42,963 Yeah. Lucky. 529 00:24:42,982 --> 00:24:45,399 ♪ ♪ 530 00:24:49,322 --> 00:24:51,672 Well, thank God she's okay. 531 00:24:51,732 --> 00:24:52,990 Yeah. 532 00:24:53,217 --> 00:24:54,883 As if we haven't got enough going on in this family. 533 00:24:54,977 --> 00:24:57,236 So... where are you on tonight's vote? 534 00:24:57,388 --> 00:25:00,389 'Cause rumor has it that Luke's got you saying yes. 535 00:25:00,407 --> 00:25:03,501 Right, and let me guess who started that rumor. 536 00:25:03,652 --> 00:25:04,668 Maybe he's right. 537 00:25:04,820 --> 00:25:06,745 Maybe the merger's what's best for Monarch. 538 00:25:06,897 --> 00:25:07,880 What are you talking about? 539 00:25:08,065 --> 00:25:10,249 I'm just saying, maybe it's time 540 00:25:10,401 --> 00:25:12,234 we all start looking out for ourselves more. 541 00:25:12,327 --> 00:25:15,513 'Cause God knows nobody else is going to. 542 00:25:15,664 --> 00:25:17,681 Okay, this doesn't sound like the Gigi I know. 543 00:25:17,833 --> 00:25:19,758 What's going on? Is everything okay? 544 00:25:19,910 --> 00:25:23,020 It's just Kayla and Luke at the hospital. 545 00:25:23,247 --> 00:25:25,264 It just seemed like 546 00:25:25,358 --> 00:25:27,399 something was going on between 'em. 547 00:25:29,103 --> 00:25:30,528 Yeah, I just sound crazy. 548 00:25:31,605 --> 00:25:33,280 You're right. 549 00:25:36,093 --> 00:25:38,018 You are crazy. 550 00:25:38,112 --> 00:25:39,762 Totally crazy. 551 00:25:39,930 --> 00:25:40,871 (sighs) 552 00:25:41,023 --> 00:25:42,281 -(chuckles) -Now come on. 553 00:25:42,433 --> 00:25:44,950 We got to get to a party. 554 00:25:45,102 --> 00:25:47,628 ♪ ♪ 555 00:25:52,200 --> 00:25:53,942 CODY: The Romans are, like, 556 00:25:53,944 --> 00:25:55,201 caked, right? 557 00:25:55,221 --> 00:25:57,112 I don't really know. 558 00:25:57,131 --> 00:25:58,722 Are you sure you don't want a drink? 559 00:25:59,725 --> 00:26:00,783 Ana. 560 00:26:00,785 --> 00:26:03,727 -Hey. -Oh, hey. 561 00:26:05,122 --> 00:26:06,546 Cody. Plus-one. 562 00:26:06,566 --> 00:26:08,548 ANA: He's being modest. 563 00:26:08,568 --> 00:26:10,642 -He's my date. -Date? 564 00:26:10,795 --> 00:26:11,810 You're... 565 00:26:11,962 --> 00:26:13,386 -Ace. -Ace. 566 00:26:13,513 --> 00:26:16,699 Ace, that's a cool name, if you're a playing card. 567 00:26:18,152 --> 00:26:19,910 So, how do you two know each other? 568 00:26:20,062 --> 00:26:22,395 We perform together sometimes. 569 00:26:22,415 --> 00:26:23,639 Oh, that's cool, so you're, like, 570 00:26:23,732 --> 00:26:25,040 one of those background dancers? 571 00:26:25,918 --> 00:26:28,143 Um... I should, um... 572 00:26:28,162 --> 00:26:29,795 be somewhere else. 573 00:26:29,980 --> 00:26:31,714 Nice meeting you, man. 574 00:26:40,248 --> 00:26:42,641 -Hey, Daddy. -Hey. 575 00:26:43,603 --> 00:26:45,677 Big night. 576 00:26:45,830 --> 00:26:47,679 Yeah, it is. 577 00:26:47,832 --> 00:26:51,683 (sighs) Who knows how many more of these album releases 578 00:26:51,777 --> 00:26:54,686 we'll get to celebrate together? 579 00:26:54,855 --> 00:26:57,097 -(grunts) -Look, whatever happens with the vote, 580 00:26:57,116 --> 00:26:59,524 we're still gonna be family. 581 00:26:59,677 --> 00:27:01,285 Listen, I'm an old dog, 582 00:27:01,436 --> 00:27:04,496 and you know I don't like change. 583 00:27:06,350 --> 00:27:07,941 You got a big decision to make, 584 00:27:07,960 --> 00:27:10,443 but I-I want you to do me one favor. 585 00:27:10,463 --> 00:27:12,704 Anything. 586 00:27:12,857 --> 00:27:15,090 Sing with me tonight. 587 00:27:17,361 --> 00:27:21,263 Come on, it may be our last chance for a while. 588 00:27:25,627 --> 00:27:27,561 (cheering, applause) 589 00:27:32,877 --> 00:27:36,320 Let me thank y'all again for coming to our little shindig 590 00:27:36,471 --> 00:27:40,140 and helping us celebrate my latest release. 591 00:27:40,159 --> 00:27:42,551 This is a bittersweet night for me. 592 00:27:42,644 --> 00:27:47,072 While this is my tenth album for Monarch, 593 00:27:47,224 --> 00:27:50,409 it may be my last. 594 00:27:50,503 --> 00:27:52,002 (audience oohing) 595 00:27:52,229 --> 00:27:54,579 It's okay. Talent always acts out. 596 00:27:54,732 --> 00:27:58,750 Change may be coming to our corner of the world, 597 00:27:58,903 --> 00:28:03,496 and this little empire that my wife and I tried to build, 598 00:28:03,574 --> 00:28:07,309 well, nothing lasts forever, as they say. 599 00:28:09,763 --> 00:28:13,248 That's why I asked one of my favorite performers 600 00:28:13,267 --> 00:28:15,192 to join me onstage here tonight. 601 00:28:15,269 --> 00:28:18,529 -My daughter Nicky Roman. -(cheering, applause) 602 00:28:24,537 --> 00:28:26,445 ♪ ♪ 603 00:28:26,597 --> 00:28:30,040 (vocalizing) 604 00:28:37,441 --> 00:28:40,609 ♪ You can stack it all up brick by brick ♪ 605 00:28:40,627 --> 00:28:43,779 ♪ Throw it in the fire stick by stick ♪ 606 00:28:43,781 --> 00:28:46,056 ♪ Hold it in your hand ♪ 607 00:28:46,208 --> 00:28:50,227 ♪ Watch it slip through it like sand ♪ 608 00:28:50,378 --> 00:28:53,564 ♪ Chandeliers leading to the back porch ♪ 609 00:28:53,715 --> 00:28:56,716 ♪ Broken hearts laying on a marble floor ♪ 610 00:28:56,736 --> 00:28:58,643 ♪ Satin on the bed ♪ 611 00:28:58,796 --> 00:29:02,631 ♪ It don't matter if you're sleeping with regret ♪ 612 00:29:02,724 --> 00:29:04,074 ♪ No, I want ♪ 613 00:29:04,226 --> 00:29:07,803 ♪ To build a life I can live by ♪ 614 00:29:07,821 --> 00:29:11,473 ♪ Dream the kind of dream that never dies ♪ 615 00:29:11,492 --> 00:29:15,143 ♪ Find a kiss that keeps me up all night ♪ 616 00:29:15,162 --> 00:29:16,920 ♪ And the truth is ♪ 617 00:29:17,072 --> 00:29:20,148 ♪ Love is all I ever fight for ♪ 618 00:29:20,167 --> 00:29:22,651 ♪ All I really need ♪ 619 00:29:22,669 --> 00:29:23,927 ♪ And nothing more ♪ 620 00:29:24,096 --> 00:29:27,431 ♪ Even if it's all a lie ♪ 621 00:29:27,582 --> 00:29:33,771 ♪ I'll build a life I can live by ♪ 622 00:29:33,922 --> 00:29:36,681 ♪ I'll build a life I can live by ♪ 623 00:29:36,834 --> 00:29:40,444 ♪ Mm-hmm ♪ 624 00:29:41,596 --> 00:29:44,264 ♪ You can throw stones at my glass house ♪ 625 00:29:44,283 --> 00:29:47,692 ♪ I can sit back and watch it shatter down ♪ 626 00:29:47,845 --> 00:29:49,511 ♪ Mistakes don't count ♪ 627 00:29:49,530 --> 00:29:54,440 ♪ When they're buried deep down in the ground ♪ 628 00:29:54,535 --> 00:29:56,018 ♪ Oh, I want ♪ 629 00:29:56,111 --> 00:29:59,371 ♪ To build a life I can live by ♪ 630 00:29:59,523 --> 00:30:02,115 ♪ Dream a kind of dream that never dies ♪ 631 00:30:02,284 --> 00:30:07,212 ♪ Find a kiss that keeps me up all night ♪ 632 00:30:07,306 --> 00:30:09,381 ♪ And the truth is ♪ 633 00:30:09,533 --> 00:30:12,050 ♪ Love is all I ever fight for ♪ 634 00:30:12,144 --> 00:30:14,794 ♪ All I really need and nothing more ♪ 635 00:30:14,814 --> 00:30:18,540 ♪ Even if it's all a lie ♪ 636 00:30:18,709 --> 00:30:23,654 ♪ I'll build a life I can live by ♪ 637 00:30:24,565 --> 00:30:28,050 ♪ I'll build a life I can live by ♪ 638 00:30:28,068 --> 00:30:30,494 ♪ Live by, live by ♪ 639 00:30:30,721 --> 00:30:35,073 ♪ I'll build a life I can live by. ♪ 640 00:30:35,225 --> 00:30:38,001 (cheering, applause) 641 00:30:41,156 --> 00:30:43,582 SKYLER: Wow, your sister really is something. 642 00:30:43,734 --> 00:30:45,917 As are you, Luke. All your moves worked out. 643 00:30:46,070 --> 00:30:48,587 Just like you said they would. 644 00:30:48,663 --> 00:30:51,406 -Yeah. -What is it? 645 00:30:51,499 --> 00:30:54,268 Looks like we're not the only ones making moves. 646 00:30:55,762 --> 00:30:59,097 SKYLER: What do you mean? You said it was a done deal. 647 00:30:59,249 --> 00:31:03,176 I mean, I think my old man just outplayed us. 648 00:31:03,195 --> 00:31:05,404 (cheering, applause) 649 00:31:17,935 --> 00:31:19,451 Look, we all know why we're here. 650 00:31:19,603 --> 00:31:23,029 And I think you know where I stand on this, okay? 651 00:31:23,048 --> 00:31:25,941 But before you vote, I just want to remind you, 652 00:31:25,959 --> 00:31:27,384 this merger isn't just about money. 653 00:31:27,494 --> 00:31:30,112 It's about something far more important. 654 00:31:30,130 --> 00:31:33,298 It's about the future of Monarch. 655 00:31:33,450 --> 00:31:34,892 When Mama and Daddy started this label, 656 00:31:35,119 --> 00:31:37,119 the world was a very, very different place. 657 00:31:37,212 --> 00:31:41,214 The days of the little guy are numbered. 658 00:31:41,308 --> 00:31:44,459 So this vote is just about one thing and one thing only. 659 00:31:44,478 --> 00:31:47,145 Is Monarch gonna flourish 660 00:31:47,297 --> 00:31:49,481 or is Monarch gonna die? 661 00:31:49,633 --> 00:31:52,484 Simmer down, buttercup. We don't need the dramatics. 662 00:31:52,578 --> 00:31:54,152 I vote no. 663 00:31:54,304 --> 00:31:57,656 Well, what a big surprise. Gigi. 664 00:31:57,808 --> 00:31:58,990 No. 665 00:31:59,143 --> 00:32:01,476 Please, please think this through. 666 00:32:01,495 --> 00:32:03,995 I did, 'cause I suspected you were up to something 667 00:32:04,164 --> 00:32:06,006 and Kayla confirmed it. 668 00:32:08,835 --> 00:32:12,471 You're the one that kept those producers away from me. 669 00:32:13,933 --> 00:32:16,433 This time, yes. 670 00:32:16,626 --> 00:32:20,178 But someday soon it's gonna happen for real. 671 00:32:20,255 --> 00:32:22,606 When Monarch can't pay competitive rates 672 00:32:22,757 --> 00:32:24,332 and the top talent go elsewhere. 673 00:32:24,351 --> 00:32:26,318 Nice try, Luke, but still no. 674 00:32:28,763 --> 00:32:30,614 Guess it's up to you, Nicolette. 675 00:32:32,434 --> 00:32:34,117 Well, I think we know which way she's gonna vote, 676 00:32:34,344 --> 00:32:35,935 after that pathetic stunt you pulled. 677 00:32:36,029 --> 00:32:38,288 Wasn't a stunt. 678 00:32:38,515 --> 00:32:39,748 I wanted to sing with my little girl. 679 00:32:41,685 --> 00:32:42,960 Please tell me you're not gonna fall for that. 680 00:32:43,128 --> 00:32:45,245 Shut up and let her make up her own mind. 681 00:32:45,355 --> 00:32:48,281 Will all y'all just stop? 'Cause I've made my decision. 682 00:32:48,300 --> 00:32:50,709 (sighs) 683 00:32:50,803 --> 00:32:54,546 Right, that duet meant the world to me, Daddy, and it reminded me 684 00:32:54,698 --> 00:32:57,365 that family really is all that matters. 685 00:32:57,384 --> 00:33:01,369 And we've all been through so much and, uh... 686 00:33:01,388 --> 00:33:03,388 We get, Nick. It's a slow pass. 687 00:33:03,540 --> 00:33:06,149 Look, just cut to the chase, okay? I can take it. 688 00:33:06,301 --> 00:33:10,028 But there's something else that's also true. I... 689 00:33:11,473 --> 00:33:15,492 I put the needs of others before me my entire life. 690 00:33:15,719 --> 00:33:19,738 My kids, my-my... my ex, 691 00:33:19,814 --> 00:33:21,164 my siblings... 692 00:33:22,059 --> 00:33:23,166 ...and my parents. 693 00:33:23,335 --> 00:33:25,168 And I... 694 00:33:25,320 --> 00:33:28,088 think it's time that I put myself first... 695 00:33:31,510 --> 00:33:33,659 ...by saying yes to everything I've worked for 696 00:33:33,679 --> 00:33:35,570 my entire life. 697 00:33:35,589 --> 00:33:37,764 You're voting yes? 698 00:33:39,409 --> 00:33:40,408 Yeah. 699 00:33:40,502 --> 00:33:43,186 Oh, Nick. 700 00:33:43,263 --> 00:33:45,022 I told Skyler that you had a head for business 701 00:33:45,098 --> 00:33:47,357 and that you'd know a good thing when you saw it. 702 00:33:49,253 --> 00:33:51,319 I'll make the call right now. 703 00:33:54,441 --> 00:33:56,424 GIGI: Well, I'll give you two 704 00:33:56,593 --> 00:33:58,160 a minute. 705 00:34:00,430 --> 00:34:04,099 -Hey, Daddy... -No. No apologies. 706 00:34:04,192 --> 00:34:07,860 You're a talent, Nicolette, and the world needs to see it. 707 00:34:07,880 --> 00:34:10,029 Is that what Mama would've done? 708 00:34:10,049 --> 00:34:12,632 Oh, yeah, yeah. Except for one thing. 709 00:34:14,461 --> 00:34:16,553 Well, she wouldn't look like she just lost her best friend, 710 00:34:16,704 --> 00:34:18,555 she'd be popping champagne. 711 00:34:20,467 --> 00:34:24,144 That's right, you smile. You deserve it. 712 00:34:25,898 --> 00:34:27,606 We're good. 713 00:34:38,393 --> 00:34:40,243 Whoa. What are you doing? 714 00:34:40,395 --> 00:34:42,061 I'm just trying to say good night. 715 00:34:42,081 --> 00:34:44,489 I got to get home. 716 00:34:44,583 --> 00:34:46,232 It's not even 11:00. 717 00:34:46,251 --> 00:34:47,900 No, really, my mom is, like, really strict. 718 00:34:47,920 --> 00:34:50,253 Come on. You're like every mother's dream. 719 00:34:50,405 --> 00:34:52,071 -Don't be a creeper. -ACE: Hey! 720 00:34:52,091 --> 00:34:54,591 Let her go. 721 00:34:54,818 --> 00:34:56,576 Ace, I got it. 722 00:34:56,670 --> 00:34:57,594 See, Ace? 723 00:34:58,839 --> 00:35:00,514 She's got this. 724 00:35:02,509 --> 00:35:04,101 (groans) 725 00:35:04,995 --> 00:35:06,085 What the hell? 726 00:35:06,163 --> 00:35:07,437 You tease! 727 00:35:09,015 --> 00:35:10,774 (engine starts) 728 00:35:11,001 --> 00:35:13,735 (tires screeching) 729 00:35:19,009 --> 00:35:20,675 You all right? 730 00:35:20,694 --> 00:35:23,011 Yeah, except for my hand. 731 00:35:23,029 --> 00:35:25,038 Here. 732 00:35:28,368 --> 00:35:32,170 You know, I was taught to never break any promises. 733 00:35:33,966 --> 00:35:36,133 Yeah, so I've been told. 734 00:35:37,194 --> 00:35:39,427 First time for everything, I guess. 735 00:35:54,878 --> 00:35:56,153 (door opens) 736 00:36:01,643 --> 00:36:03,326 Hey. 737 00:36:05,330 --> 00:36:08,147 I guess we got lucky, huh? 738 00:36:08,167 --> 00:36:11,501 That Luke was there to take you to the hospital. 739 00:36:11,578 --> 00:36:14,654 Oh, yeah. (chuckles) 740 00:36:14,748 --> 00:36:16,915 Really lucky. 741 00:36:17,067 --> 00:36:20,385 Uh... I wanted to ask you something. 742 00:36:24,183 --> 00:36:28,410 What were you and Luke talking about when I got there? 743 00:36:28,503 --> 00:36:32,230 'Cause it didn't seem like it was about the merger. 744 00:36:33,600 --> 00:36:35,734 No, it wasn't. 745 00:36:39,031 --> 00:36:41,364 There's something I need to tell you. 746 00:36:43,351 --> 00:36:44,926 When the doctor was examining me, 747 00:36:44,945 --> 00:36:47,370 she accidentally told me the sex of the baby. 748 00:36:47,597 --> 00:36:49,614 Really? 749 00:36:49,766 --> 00:36:53,526 We are having a boy. 750 00:36:53,603 --> 00:36:55,045 Oh. 751 00:36:55,196 --> 00:36:57,714 And when I... I realized what it meant 752 00:36:57,883 --> 00:37:00,217 to our little family, 753 00:37:00,368 --> 00:37:03,869 I got emotional, and-and that's what you saw. 754 00:37:03,964 --> 00:37:06,781 Wow. A boy. 755 00:37:06,800 --> 00:37:08,207 -Yeah. -Wow. 756 00:37:08,285 --> 00:37:09,893 -(both laugh) -Oh, my goodness. 757 00:37:10,044 --> 00:37:12,395 -Amazing. -I know. 758 00:37:17,385 --> 00:37:19,811 EARL: There is something very important we need to discuss. 759 00:37:19,905 --> 00:37:21,071 NICKY: Mm-hmm. 760 00:37:21,314 --> 00:37:23,465 -Luggage capacity on your tour bus. -(laughs) 761 00:37:23,483 --> 00:37:26,892 Because I'm bringing fall and summer wardrobes. 762 00:37:26,912 --> 00:37:28,561 I need assurances. 763 00:37:28,580 --> 00:37:29,895 Earl, it's gonna be fun. 764 00:37:30,064 --> 00:37:31,806 You say that every time. 765 00:37:31,899 --> 00:37:33,291 -Every... -(sirens wailing) 766 00:37:36,755 --> 00:37:38,255 What is that? 767 00:37:41,260 --> 00:37:42,259 Daddy? 768 00:37:45,338 --> 00:37:47,505 All right, Tommy, you're with me. 769 00:37:47,599 --> 00:37:49,415 (indistinct radio chatter) 770 00:37:49,509 --> 00:37:51,184 Daddy? 771 00:38:03,857 --> 00:38:05,857 What the hell's going on, Tripp? 772 00:38:06,009 --> 00:38:08,676 -Tommy. -Whoa. 773 00:38:08,695 --> 00:38:10,120 -Nicky Roman. -Hey. 774 00:38:10,271 --> 00:38:12,104 -Yeah? -You're a person of interest 775 00:38:12,198 --> 00:38:13,665 in the disappearance of your husband Clive Grayson. 776 00:38:15,276 --> 00:38:16,668 We're gonna need to bring you in for questioning. 777 00:38:25,879 --> 00:38:26,803 (siren whoops) 778 00:38:27,030 --> 00:38:29,881 (indistinct radio chatter) 779 00:38:30,033 --> 00:38:31,957 You son of a bitch. 780 00:38:31,977 --> 00:38:33,476 -Something wrong? -Hey, whoa, whoa, 781 00:38:33,628 --> 00:38:36,220 whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, I got it. 782 00:38:36,373 --> 00:38:39,057 Albie, there something you want to say to me? 783 00:38:39,209 --> 00:38:40,800 You know damn well 784 00:38:40,819 --> 00:38:42,968 Nicky had nothing to do with Clive's going missing. 785 00:38:42,988 --> 00:38:45,713 You're just using her to pressure me 786 00:38:45,732 --> 00:38:47,306 into confessing. 787 00:38:47,400 --> 00:38:49,993 Is this about your campaign for governor? 788 00:38:53,056 --> 00:38:54,998 Well, Albie, 789 00:38:55,225 --> 00:38:57,575 politics is a dirty business. 790 00:38:57,669 --> 00:39:01,062 And sometimes, if you want to be a big fish, 791 00:39:01,155 --> 00:39:03,489 you got to land a big fish. 792 00:39:03,583 --> 00:39:06,009 Still... 793 00:39:06,160 --> 00:39:08,069 a man with as many secrets as you got 794 00:39:08,088 --> 00:39:10,905 might ought to be careful about who he threatens. 795 00:39:10,998 --> 00:39:12,924 So let me ask you something. 796 00:39:13,076 --> 00:39:14,926 What's the play here? 797 00:39:15,078 --> 00:39:18,504 You gonna go public with a 40-year-old story? 798 00:39:18,523 --> 00:39:21,524 How some kid fresh out of juvie took the fall 799 00:39:21,676 --> 00:39:23,693 for the future governor of our great state? 800 00:39:27,941 --> 00:39:30,492 Damn you, Tripp. 801 00:39:32,037 --> 00:39:34,112 Let her go. 802 00:39:34,206 --> 00:39:37,374 -I'll turn myself in tomorrow. -Yeah? 803 00:39:39,044 --> 00:39:41,461 Cut her loose. 804 00:39:42,697 --> 00:39:44,506 I'll see you tomorrow. 805 00:39:51,556 --> 00:39:53,598 Come on, Nicolette. 806 00:39:55,042 --> 00:39:57,418 Come on, come on in. 807 00:39:57,545 --> 00:39:59,020 Come on. 808 00:40:06,905 --> 00:40:08,813 Turn yourself in? 809 00:40:08,907 --> 00:40:11,633 What? Y-You can't. I won't let you. 810 00:40:11,726 --> 00:40:13,576 Tripp's right about one thing. 811 00:40:13,769 --> 00:40:15,078 I did it. I killed the bastard. 812 00:40:15,229 --> 00:40:16,746 Before he killed me and you. 813 00:40:16,973 --> 00:40:18,322 What? There must be another way. 814 00:40:18,475 --> 00:40:20,308 There's not. There's not. 815 00:40:20,401 --> 00:40:24,328 Look, I've had plenty of regrets in my life. 816 00:40:24,481 --> 00:40:27,907 But Clive, he ain't one of 'em. 817 00:40:28,001 --> 00:40:29,984 He had it coming. And I can live with that. 818 00:40:30,077 --> 00:40:31,428 It don't matter where I am. 819 00:40:33,006 --> 00:40:36,081 This all ends tomorrow. 820 00:40:36,101 --> 00:40:40,419 ♪ Walking on a tightrope ♪ 821 00:40:40,513 --> 00:40:44,774 ♪ Between wrong and right... ♪ 822 00:40:44,926 --> 00:40:47,001 SKYLER: Your family will get over this. 823 00:40:47,094 --> 00:40:48,653 It's a very good thing, Luke. 824 00:40:49,764 --> 00:40:51,597 For all of us. 825 00:40:51,691 --> 00:40:54,433 After death comes rebirth. 826 00:40:54,527 --> 00:40:58,538 To what Monarch was and to what Skyfair can be. 827 00:41:03,853 --> 00:41:06,688 ♪ Devil gonna find me, devil don't sleep ♪ 828 00:41:06,706 --> 00:41:09,281 ♪ Devil's in the dark playing hide-and-seek ♪ 829 00:41:09,301 --> 00:41:12,451 ♪ I've been digging down six foot deep ♪ 830 00:41:12,471 --> 00:41:14,971 -♪ Devil gonna find me ♪ -♪ Devil gonna find me ♪ 831 00:41:15,122 --> 00:41:18,716 ♪ The devil gonna find me, devil don't sleep ♪ 832 00:41:18,868 --> 00:41:20,868 ♪ Devil's in the dark playing hide-and-seek... ♪ 833 00:41:20,887 --> 00:41:23,354 What's wrong? You okay? 834 00:41:24,298 --> 00:41:26,316 ♪ Devil gonna find me, devil don't sleep... ♪ 835 00:41:26,467 --> 00:41:29,301 I am so sorry that I pushed you away. 836 00:41:29,395 --> 00:41:32,805 And I'm so grateful to have you in my life. 837 00:41:32,824 --> 00:41:35,216 Are we still...? 838 00:41:35,218 --> 00:41:37,568 ♪ Devil don't sleep... ♪ 839 00:41:37,662 --> 00:41:42,332 It's gonna take more than a worldwide tour to keep us apart. 840 00:41:44,728 --> 00:41:45,710 Come in. 841 00:41:51,067 --> 00:41:53,843 -So, what's going on? -Um... 842 00:41:53,995 --> 00:41:56,012 Well, I'm not sure you're gonna want to know. 843 00:41:56,163 --> 00:41:57,663 I meant what I said. 844 00:41:57,757 --> 00:41:59,682 I want honesty, no matter what. 845 00:41:59,834 --> 00:42:02,835 Right, you know you were asking me all those questions and... 846 00:42:02,929 --> 00:42:04,187 well, you were right. 847 00:42:04,380 --> 00:42:06,314 There was something that I wasn't telling you. 848 00:42:08,418 --> 00:42:12,403 My husband didn't disappear, he was killed. 849 00:42:14,199 --> 00:42:18,609 And my daddy's going to prison for that. 850 00:42:18,762 --> 00:42:22,354 But there's more to the story, though, isn't there? 851 00:42:22,432 --> 00:42:23,931 What? 852 00:42:23,950 --> 00:42:26,859 How Clive attacked you. 853 00:42:26,878 --> 00:42:28,603 How Gigi knocked him out. 854 00:42:28,621 --> 00:42:30,630 And how your father swooped in to finish the job. 855 00:42:33,109 --> 00:42:34,366 Jamie, what-what's-what's happening? 856 00:42:34,386 --> 00:42:36,201 How do you-- how do you know that? 857 00:42:36,221 --> 00:42:39,222 The first thing you need to know is that I love you. 858 00:42:41,134 --> 00:42:42,784 And if I could spend the rest of my life with you, 859 00:42:42,786 --> 00:42:45,395 I would die a happy man. 860 00:42:46,398 --> 00:42:47,972 Jamie? 861 00:42:48,141 --> 00:42:51,526 But I asked for the truth and I owe you the same. 862 00:42:53,463 --> 00:42:56,239 Nicky, I'm not who you think I am. 863 00:42:56,316 --> 00:42:59,409 Captioned by Media Access Group at WGBH access.wgbh.org