♪ ♪
Chloe's voice: Previously on "The Nine Lives of Chloe King"...
I want to do something dangerous, different.
- Dance with me. - Sure.
- I'm Brian. - Chloe.
- What the hell are you? - You mean what the hell are we. We are Mai.
Chloe: What happens if we kiss?
Paralysis, death... sometimes paralysis and death.
- I found the girl. - Kill her...
As many times as you have to.
- ( Gasps ) - Goodbye, Chloe.
( Soft rock music playing )
♪ If I stayed here ♪
♪ Where would we go? ♪
♪ One step too far ♪
♪ To come back down ♪
- ♪ I do not know... ♪ - ( Thuds )
( Creaking )
Hey!
Ah!
- Alek. - ( Both panting )
- I... - I could have killed you.
Do you really want to die again?
Don't be so careless with your lives.
- ( Theme song playing ) - ( Female vocals singing )
♪ Another night to come alive ♪
♪ When worlds collide ♪
♪ I come alive ♪
Goodbye. Love. Leaving.
Meredith: Chloe, do not walk out that door
without eating something.
Hmm.
- So, Chloe, are you... oh! - Ah!
No, this is what I get for not making you breakfast.
- Go. - Love you.
Seriously implied.
( Door opens, closes )
I can't believe you really died.
Chloe: I know.
And I keep trying to convince myself that it didn't happen,
but... ( Sighs )
Okay, come on.
( Shivers )
What?
Let me see them again. Please? I swear, last time.
- No. - Fine.
But I don't know what your problem is.
If it was me, I'd be swishing all over the place.
Believe me, I so wish they were yours to swish.
Why do you have to keep looking at this like it's some big negative?
Okay, yeah, I could see how the knife-wielding assassin
might make you feel that way,
but still, you're like a superhero.
More like a superfreak.
You are not a freak.
As my dads always say, what makes you different makes you special.
Running, jumping, claws, super hearing...
Kind of beyond the realm of special.
Paul, not helping.
But I am. I truly think it's amazing.
At least one of us does.
Though the claws are kind of cool.
See? She thinks it's amazing too.
- She didn't say that. - Hey,
do you have night vision? I bet you do.
All cats can see in the dark.
I'll keep you posted.
- Oh, here's a question... - I don't know what it is,
but I beg you... Keep it to yourself.
So what am I supposed to do?
Ignore it? Forget it ever happened?
Yes.
Some things you just can't forget.
Do not.
( Beeps )
Chloe.
I know one thing I'll never be able to forget.
I just feel so guilty.
I wish there was something I could do.
Do not do this.
You can't keep beating yourself up. It wasn't your fault.
I kissed him and now he's dead.
Kind of sounds like my fault.
Just because Alek and Jasmine said that's what happened?
Besides, even if it's true... Which I am not saying it is...
But if it is... though probably not...
It's not like you even knew it was in the realm of remote random possibility.
Not one of those things they bring up in sex ed,
and I would know.
Thanks. It's just...
It's gonna be hard to accept.
He was...
He was a really nice guy.
Let's go. We're gonna be late for school.
You're actually worried about missing homeroom?
Superpowers are completely wasted on you.
( Bell rings )
Hey.
Look, I just want to let you know that if anything happens to Chloe,
you are answering to me.
Hey, don't you walk away from me.
Don't talk to me about Chloe.
We're doing everything we can to keep her safe.
I spent the last two nights on rooftops watching over her
and Jasmine took a knife in her back trying to protect her.
Not that you even asked, but she's doing better.
Tell her I say hi.
If you really want to help your friend,
tell her to stop being such a fool.
Someone is out there trying to kill her.
- She shouldn't be at school. - She just wants a normal life.
Well, then tell her to get used to disappointment.
I just...
I don't want to see her get hurt, okay?
I promise I'll do everything in my power
to make sure that doesn't happen.
Thank you.
So is it really true that you can't kiss...
Humans?
That's a good question. Should we find out?
No, that isn't why I was ask...
Just remember,
I'm watching you.
I know,
though usually you're watching my ass.
Oh, that is ridiculous.
Don't worry, I won't tell your boyfriend.
( Door opens, closes )
( Pop music playing )
You know they actually make little sticky guns that do this?
This is vintage. Stickers are for used clothes.
What's the difference?
A 40% markup. Keep writing.
- ( Door opens ) - ( Bell jingles )
- ( Door closes )
Can I help you?
Uh, you can, actually.
The other day I met a girl in here,
and one thing sort of let to another
and we ended up getting coffee together.
Uh-huh?
We hung out for at least an hour.
- Almost two. - Almost two.
And I occasionally tried that thing with my eyes...
And she occasionally did that.
And then she gave me that smile.
Now here's the part you can help me with...
The last thing I said to her was,
"can we do this again sometime?"
But I don't quite remember what she said back.
She said she'd really like that.
You're right. She said that.
Man, I love it when dates are prenegotiated.
Really?
Ah! What can you tell me
about this fine circa-1980s polyester jacket
- for $120? - It's vintage.
It's nice.
You called me but you didn't leave a message.
I'll give you either, a, I panicked
or, b, I just really wanted to hear your voice on your message.
I kind of like both options.
So seriously,
would you like to have coffee with me again?
Yes. Seriously, I would.
Good good.
So what time will lady longlegs let you out?
Do you have anything slightly less flammable, seriously?
Chloe: You're getting me in so much trouble.
Uh, I can't today. I've got dinner with my mom.
It's pizza night. It's a thing. Don't ask.
- But tomorrow... tomorrow's good. - Excellent.
Tomorrow was going to be my next suggestion.
Maybe we'll even have a little food this time.
Fancy.
Call me. And leave a message this time.
Most definitely.
- ( Door opens, closes ) - ( Bell jingles )
Sorry. ( Chuckles )
Please. Even I can't pretend to be mad at that.
( Cell phone ringing )
- Did you answer? - Yeah.
I mean, it sounded like there was somebody there,
but they didn't say anything. Then they hung up.
You don't think it was that scarface crazy trying to mess with you, do you?
I don't know. Maybe.
- Give me that. - Amy, let's try not to piss off the homicidal maniac
more than he already is, okay?
Would you let me handle this?
Hello, who is this?
I know you're there. I hear you breathing.
Never call this number again.
Wow, I stand corrected.
You showed him.
You don't think maybe there's a chance
that Xavier's not really dead?
Or, you know, at least not dead anymore?
Normally I would think I sentence like that sounded mildly crazy,
but now not so much.
"Maybe?" she said hopefully.
Chloe, you know that if there's even the slightest chance,
I would be there with you,
but I'm sorry... that wasn't Xavier on the phone.
( Exhales sharply )
No cause of death.
But it says he apparently lived an exemplary life.
I guess he only made one mistake...
He met me.
Looks good.
It is.
Okay, if I just admit
that I ordered the garden delight to be preachy and superior,
could I pick off this broccoli
and replace it with some of your pepperoni?
Someone has to set a good example.
Eat your vegetables. There. Now can I have some of your pizza?
It's all yours. I'm not actually that hungry.
Are you serious?
I normally have to remind you to breathe in-between bites.
You feelin' okay?
- Yeah, you know... - What's wrong?
- Well, what, Chloe? - ( Sighs )
Uh-oh, nothing good ever comes after that sound.
- I knew him. - Oh, kiddo!
Oh, I'm so sorry. That poor boy.
Actually more than knew him.
Suddenly you have my full attention.
I met him when we went to that club for my birthday...
And I kissed him.
And it was my first kiss, you know?
My first real kiss.
And it was kind of everything I had hoped it would be.
And, well, now he's dead and I don't know why I'm telling you this.
I do.
Chloe, I'm so sorry.
Life is sometimes just horribly, tragically unfair.
So just a kiss?
Yes.
Just.
Okay.
Do you think it'd be okay if I went to the service tomorrow?
If you think it'll make you feel better.
Will you go too?
Like I'm gonna drop you at the curb and give you bus fare home.
Of course I'll go with you.
See? I feel better already.
Impressive.
Thanks.
Wanna have a go?
Sure.
- ( Clears throat ) - Okay... one, two.
Enjoy your vacation?
I took a semester off, dad. It's not a vacation.
It is if you're not doing anything.
- It's only been two weeks. - Feels longer.
Let's go.
This is the longest we've spent together since mom died.
What's that supposed to mean?
I'm serious. What's your plan?
The plan?
The plan was getting to know you.
And after this get-to-know-you period is over?
Jeez, dad, most fathers would be thrilled
that their son actually wanted to spend time with them.
All right, let's go... one, two.
There you go. Guard up. Come on... one, two.
Get your guard up. Here we go... One, two. Come on.
Guard up, guard up, guard up, guard up.
Come on! Now you listen to me...
If you want my respect,
you're gonna have to earn it.
( Bell tolling )
Are you sure you don't want to sit a little closer?
This is good. I don't want to intrude.
I just... just want...
I don't know what I wanted.
The back is fine.
Meredith: What is it?
Nothing. Sorry.
Chloe?
S... sorry.
What are you doing?
It's just... that guy,
he just... he seemed so upset.
- It is a funeral. - I know, but...
( Man shouting )
Oh my god.
Woman: Lies! Your lies have broken this family apart!
I loved Xavier just as much as you did.
I will never forgive you! Never!
Guy: Mom, please!
Man: This is not the place or the time.
Gabriel, what are you doing here?
- He was my brother! - And look what you did to him.
Last week I had two sons...
now I have none.
Chloe, this is obviously a family issue.
It's none of our business.
He needs to know it's not his fault.
Chloe. Chloe!
We don't like it when you don't return our calls, Gabriel.
This is my brother's funeral.
Aw, so sad. We just want to make sure you're not changing your mind.
Gabriel: He had nothing to do with this!
- Honestly, what are you doing? - I was just trying to help.
( Engine starts )
( Tires screeching )
I knew I should have gone with you.
I wish you had. I mean, everything about it was just so weird.
And that whole scene at the end... I mean, what was that?
And that feeling I got when I first saw him in the church...
It just... I don't know. I just felt this pain...
His pain. I can't explain it.
You know, maybe that's a cat thing.
Eartha kitty can always tell when I'm depressed.
No, it was like...
- I was experiencing exactly what he was feeling. - Hmm.
And wait, you did not just compare me to your one-eyed, deaf, arthritic cat.
She's old. Be nice.
And I think I did. I'm sorry.
I mean, he thinks he has something to do with Xavier's death,
but I can't just let him go through life blaming himself.
Oh, you mean like you are?
Amy, it's wrong. I have to do something.
What? Chloe, your mom was right...
It's none of your business.
There's so much going on that you don't know about.
I know it's hard, but you have to let it go.
I don't think I can.
Chloe, there is nothing you could do
even if you wanted to.
I thought we sold that dress two weeks ago.
Oh, I, um... I found it mixed in with the winter coats.
People never put stuff back in the right place.
Chloe, don't make me regret giving you the afternoon off.
I think you should get it.
This one reads "coffee with hottie" to me.
I should not be doing this.
I mean, I am completely delusional
if I think that going out with Brian is a good idea.
And why not?
Okay, in case you haven't noticed,
I probably shouldn't be getting involved with anyone right now.
And by "right now," I mean ever.
Chloe, please, don't borrow trouble.
What?
Oh, that's what D1 always says...
"Don't waste your time worrying about stuff that might never happen."
Wait, I thought Dad 2 was the one with the hokey platitudes.
No, D2 just kind of rolls his eyes and sighs.
But it's true... you have no idea what will happen.
You might not even like Brian.
Okay, well, maybe you'll stop liking him.
He could have some horrible, disgusting habit you don't know about.
Fingers crossed.
Or you might just decide to be friends.
Oh, like you and Paul?
Hi.
Yeah, maybe just like me and Paul,
who it took me 12 years to kiss.
Well, you have been making up for lost time.
Not about me. Just go.
And trust me, you have nothing to worry about.
It's not like he's going to leap across the table and kiss you.
( Amplified sound ) Brian seems like a really sweet guy.
And going out on a completely innocent date with him
isn't going to hurt anybody.
I know.
Hey, man, what's going on?
What do you think you're doing?
Saying hi, hanging out.
Hey, I got a Mai question for you.
Let's get one thing straight...
We aren't friends.
Weren't before, aren't now, never will be.
And if I ever hear you bring up anything about the Mai again in public,
I will personally rip out your larynx.
No worries. I get it... totally.
- So none of my business. - ( Bell jingles )
Alek: Where is she going with him?
On a date?
You'd think she would have learned her lesson the first time.
( Laughs ) You did not.
I did. But this wasn't just your average wipeout.
I'm talking serious air. And it wasn't midway down a double black diamond.
Oh, no, because that could have possibly been considered cool.
By the time ski patrol got me down the mountain,
two of my buddies had already posted it on YouTube.
So to finally answer your question... No, I do not snowboard.
All right, then, I will add that to the list of things we have in common...
That and a broken collarbone.
- Waitress: More coffee? - I'm good.
But could we get a couple more of these little almond cookie cakey things?
- Madeleines, yes. - Exactly. Some more of those, please.
Thank you. You'd think I would remember what they were called.
I went to the American school outside of Paris
for a couple years and I got mildly addicted.
Mmm, aren't you the international man of mystery?
Hardly. It just means I had parents who preferred me
an ocean away at all times.
I don't believe that. You know, my mom and I actually went to Paris once.
It was supposed to be this, you know, huge cultural event.
We had this list of maps and museums.
And on our first day there we had a croque monsieur,
which is like this insanely delicious ham-sandwich thing,
which you can find on, like, every corner, and it became an obsession.
I mean, we were running from stand to stand.
It's... it's really not that interesting of a story.
I'm sorry. I honestly didn't hear a word you said.
All I can think about is kissing you.
Uh!
I'm sorry. I obviously misread that moment.
No... no, you didn't. It's me.
I just... I can't. I'm sorry.
No, don't apologize. I'm the one who's sorry.
I just thought there was something else going on, that's all.
No no no, please don't take this personally.
It's a really weird time for me.
It's hard to explain.
I was at this funeral this morning...
Wait wait wait, a funeral?
Who... who died?
This guy I know.
Look, I probably should have canceled.
I kind of wish you had mentioned it.
I know, I know. It just didn't really seem like the time.
It's okay. Yeah, no.
Um, let's get out of here.
- Yeah? - Yeah.
It's weird... the whole death thing.
It's not easy to process.
I mean, one minute you think you're fine and then the next...
Sounds like the voice of experience.
My mom... five years and it's still hard.
Was it sudden?
Yeah, you could say that.
She was...
She was murdered.
Oh. Oh my god. I'm... I'm so sorry.
Do they know who did it?
No.
We're still working on figuring that out.
It's actually kind of one of the reasons why I came back home.
I'm sorry, this turned out to be such a crappy date.
No no, don't say that. I mean, it's...
It's not... maybe a little.
Listen, I don't know how well you knew this guy
and it's totally none of my business,
but I'm telling you... Do what you need to do.
If there's anything unsaid or undone,
take care of it.
Everyone just keeps telling me to forget about it and move on.
That's not possible.
I tried and I'm still paying the price.
This has been the best crappy date ever.
♪ But we'll never bloom again ♪
♪ I'm sure we'll grow ♪
♪ But we'll never bloom again ♪
♪ I'm sure we'll grow ♪
♪ But we'll never bloom again ♪
( Dialing )
Gabriel?
Who is this?
I'm Chloe.
We need to talk.
I think I was the last person to see your brother alive.
- Hey, dad... - Excuse me, I'm working.
- I just wanted to talk. - Not now.
You should be more careful.
I certainly wasn't expecting him to be here for any of this.
Tragic.
One more innocent victim dead
because the Mai are still allowed to roam the earth.
You're sure no one saw you coming out of his apartment?
I'm sure.
So you just met my brother the night he died?
( Siren wailing )
Look, I appreciate the fact that you had a love connection,
but I really don't have time for this right now.
Wait! It's not your fault.
How do you know whose fault it is?
They... they don't even know how he died.
Then why does your father blame you?
He blames me for everything.
Look, do you even know why Xavier was in San Francisco?
He said he came here to be with you.
He came here to help me get clean.
I was addicted to painkillers...
A little too easy to come by at work.
Then he helped you stop.
He was amazing.
He believed even when I didn't.
My parents think I got him involved in drugs.
But that's over?
Yeah, I stopped using,
but my access helps me make sure
that a carton or two occasionally goes missing.
I still have some debts to pay off.
Those guys in the parking lot?
I tried to tell them I was done, but they...
Disagreed.
I can't believe they did that to you.
All Xavier wanted was for me to get out.
Then you have to stop.
What do you really want from me?
Forgiveness.
I just... I wish there was something I could have done.
Me too.
You can... walk away. I mean, I know it'll be hard,
but I could help you. We could get through this.
Now you sound like my brother.
Look, I wish it was that easy.
I don't think the next time I bring it up, they'll be so understanding.
- Gabriel, I'm... - I know.
I know.
It was nice meeting you, Chloe.
Have a good life.
You can't live his life for him. He has to make his own decision.
But he wants to stop. He's already done it once.
I mean, there has to be something I can do.
There's not... ( Snorts ) You know, short of taking on a drug ring.
I was kidding.
Again, you know, we had this weird connection,
like... like I could almost see into his thoughts.
- Mind control. - What?
Maybe that's one of your powers. That would be amazing.
You know, you can make anyone do anything... like your mom.
Do not make me do anything stupid.
Like you need help.
Wait, I feel something.
It's kind of tingly.
I swear, if I end up on top of a cable car naked,
I'm gonna be pissed.
I was willing you to stop talking.
So no, no mind control.
Sorry. ( Chuckles )
- Chloe, I'm home. - Hey, mom.
I found this on the front porch. I think it's for you.
Brian, hi!
( Chuckles )
Sorry, I was going to leave these on the mat,
but your mother was a little insistent.
Oh, she can get that way.
- Get out. - And now I'm on my way upstairs.
All clear. ( Chuckles )
These are obviously for you.
Um, flowers just seem like the thing you give to people
when somebody dies.
You didn't have to do that.
And about yesterday...
Look, Brian, I'm really sorry. I should have never...
Wait, you just have to let me finish.
I like you.
I like you a lot, and I like being around you.
And I don't want to do anything to screw that up.
If... if you need time, take it.
I'm in no hurry.
I know that you and I are going to have a lot of dates in our future.
I don't... I don't know what to say.
You don't have to say anything.
Good night.
Bye.
( Door opens, closes )
I know I have to tell him that I can't see him,
but the second I actually do see him,
well, I... I pretty much forget about everything else.
- And he brought you flowers. - I know.
We're not still talking about a bunch of stupid little flowers, are we?
Not the actual flowers, the implications of the flowers.
Flowers have implications?
Are you implying that I should be getting you flowers?
No. I mean, only if you want to.
( Clears throat ) Flowers.
Yeah, I got that.
- That's just so thoughtful. - ( Cell phone ringing )
Chloe: I know.
Uh, you're gonna want to take this.
( Beeps )
- Gabriel? - Hey.
I just wanted to say thank you for talking to me today.
You really helped put things in perspective.
I'm... I'm so glad.
You and Xavier were right... I need to end this.
What about those guys?
I'm meeting them tonight for one final transaction.
But why? No.
It's too dangerous.
Maybe. But it's time I did the right thing.
No, Gabriel... Gabriel!
- He says he's done. - Why don't you sound happy?
I think there's a chance they could kill him.
A chance? He's the connection... The conduit...
The source?
Those goons aren't just gonna let him walk away. They're drug dealers.
Haven't you ever seen "Scarface"? "Traffic"?
"Trainspotting"? Trust me, this is not going to end well.
- Stay here. - Chloe, no.
I'll be fine, I promise. I just want to make sure he's okay.
Seriously?
- What the hell are you doing? - He could be in trouble.
Why do you care? He's a drug dealer.
He's Xavier's brother. I owe him this.
No, you don't. You have to let it go.
I can't.
Chloe.
Gabriel: Last shipment of the week, to be inventoried on Monday.
Take whatever you want.
I thought it would be a good going-away present.
Remember, we agreed... hey...
After tonight we're done.
No.
We agreed that after tonight you're done.
What's to stop you from going to the cops?
We appreciate the gesture, but back or chest?
Your choice.
- Chest it is. - Wait!
Chloe?
- What are you doing here? - Saving you.
I don't know who you are. Luckily I got more bullets.
( Grunts )
Really? That was your plan?
Guns can be a little bit tricky.
( Guns cocking )
- Do you think she's... - Let's go.
- Bodies are piling up. - They're not supposed to be here.
( Whispering ) I'll get the two on the right. You get the others.
( Whispering ) No. Look, I might lose a life, but you and Gabriel?
- You got a better idea? - Gabriel: Just let them go.
Damon, come on, they're not... They have nothing to do with this.
- Damon: It's not gonna happen. - Gabriel: Come on, dude.
Damon: Shut up! I said it's not gonna happen.
It's time to finish this.
I say he goes first.
Quick question... how are we at seeing in the dark?
Hey!
Alek: Chloe now!
- Chloe, look out! - ( Gunshot )
( Screams )
Paul.
I knew it!
What just happened?
I guess somebody was looking out for you.
( Sirens approaching )
- Good, you called the police. - Not me.
I did, before I let them in.
I had to make this right no matter what happens to me.
Your brother would be so proud of you.
Thank you.
Chloe, we've got to go.
You can't keep putting yourself at risk.
It's stupid and irresponsible.
Hey, I didn't exactly sign up for any of this.
Maybe if someone had bothered to tell me that kissing humans would...
I'm sorry. I don't want to fight with you.
You saved his life.
We both did.
Look, I don't mean to be a jerk,
it's just...
I'm worried about you.
Me too.
I have so many questions.
You know? I still don't know how all this works.
These powers, night vision... Who knew?
You know, other than Paul.
And this... I don't know what you call it... curse...
I mean, there has to be some way I can just...
Chloe, I'll answer any questions you have,
but you can't keep seeing that guy.
- Brian? How do you know about... - I've been watching.
It's my job to protect you.
And if you keep seeing each other,
one of you is gonna get hurt.
Oh hey, kiddo. I didn't know you were still up.
- Oh, I'm just about to go to bed. - ( Phone vibrating )
Brian.
( Beeps )
Let's just say it's not gonna work out.
Good night.
- Chloe? - What?
- Sit. - Mom, please.
No.
I'm not gonna let you do this to yourself.
You can't let what happened with Xavier influence the rest of your life.
- I'm not. - You are.
You like this boy. I know you do.
And yes, the timing is horrible,
but he did say he was willing to take it slow.
Okay, so maybe I didn't make it all the way upstairs.
It was your first big kiss.
I get that. You wanted it to be special.
It was special.
Well, that's not what I meant.
I just... I don't want this to be
the story that you carry around with you forever.
I can't just forget it ever happened.
I'm not saying that you should.
My point... and I do have one...
Is that love is a wonderful thing.
And you don't always know where it's going to come from.
Now I'm not saying that this Brian is the one
but, honey, at least take the time to find out.
I'm just so scared that you're gonna close yourself off,
that you're gonna be too afraid to ever let yourself get involved.
Thanks,
but you really don't understand.
I don't, not in this exact way,
but I have learned that life is nothing
if you don't take chances.
Yes, there will be some pain along the way,
but you never know what's going to come out of that.
Sometimes something wonderful.
Now go to bed.
♪ At the edge of the ocean... ♪
- Good night, mom. - Good night.
♪ Sha la la la la la la la ♪
♪ Sha la la, sha la la ♪
♪ Sha la la la la la la la ♪
♪ Sha la la ♪
♪ There's a world I've always known ♪
♪ Somewhere far away from home ♪
♪ When I close my eyes ♪
♪ I see ♪
- ♪ All the space and the mystery... ♪ - ( Phone beeps )
( Rings )
♪ Ooh, we can begin again... ♪
- Hey. - Hey.
- I'm glad you called back. - See? That's what happens when you leave a message.
I didn't know that's all it took.
I, uh...
I didn't actually say thank you for the flowers earlier.
Oh, it's okay. I felt it.
- ( Chuckles ) - How was your night?
Oh, you know, just...
- ( Thuds ) - ( Creaking )
I um hung out with Amy and Paul.
How about you?
Um, I didn't do a whole lot.
Chloe: Hmm. Well...
Yeah, you know, just... ( Continues speaking )
( Laughs )
( Theme music playing )