1 00:00:01,001 --> 00:00:03,071 Previously on Saints and Sinners: 2 00:00:03,104 --> 00:00:05,273 -What's her name? -Jessica! Jessica! Yes! 3 00:00:05,306 --> 00:00:07,908 Jabari's never gonna give up his stake at UpSurge. 4 00:00:07,941 --> 00:00:09,077 Otherwise he's gonna find out 5 00:00:09,110 --> 00:00:11,145 that his wife is still alive, and you've been helping 6 00:00:11,179 --> 00:00:12,313 keep her hidden. 7 00:00:12,346 --> 00:00:13,581 What the hell is your problem? 8 00:00:13,614 --> 00:00:15,716 You're not fit to shine my sons shoes, 9 00:00:15,749 --> 00:00:17,051 much less fill them. 10 00:00:17,085 --> 00:00:19,387 Would you be willing to give the police a sample of your DNA? 11 00:00:19,420 --> 00:00:21,589 No. Why would I do that? 12 00:00:21,622 --> 00:00:25,659 Mile Calloway arrested for the murder of Malik Thompson. 13 00:00:25,693 --> 00:00:28,229 Ella is gonna start asking questions. 14 00:00:28,262 --> 00:00:31,232 I'm your father. 15 00:00:31,265 --> 00:00:34,202 [Soft Music] 16 00:00:35,035 --> 00:00:37,205 [Pounding on Door] 17 00:00:38,939 --> 00:00:42,009 [Knocking Continues] 18 00:00:42,042 --> 00:00:44,445 [She Sighs] 19 00:00:45,379 --> 00:00:47,381 Hmm. 20 00:00:48,516 --> 00:00:51,585 Oh. Penthouse in the sky. 21 00:00:51,619 --> 00:00:54,255 I didn't realize this was your taste. 22 00:00:54,288 --> 00:00:56,457 Well, you sold my estate, 23 00:00:56,490 --> 00:00:58,959 figured I'd shake things up a bit. 24 00:00:58,992 --> 00:01:00,294 Oh Leona, 25 00:01:00,328 --> 00:01:03,531 this place is worth more money than you ever had in the bank. 26 00:01:03,564 --> 00:01:05,833 Well, I'm resourceful. 27 00:01:05,866 --> 00:01:10,638 And I have assets that you could only dream of reaching. 28 00:01:11,071 --> 00:01:12,840 Now, why are you here? 29 00:01:12,873 --> 00:01:15,276 You're interrupting my tea time. 30 00:01:15,309 --> 00:01:18,279 We need to talk. [Leona Scoffs] 31 00:01:18,312 --> 00:01:20,481 You didn't seem interested in talking 32 00:01:20,514 --> 00:01:22,150 the last time we saw each other. 33 00:01:22,183 --> 00:01:24,552 Why did you lie to me about daddy? 34 00:01:24,585 --> 00:01:26,654 Why did you make me believe that he was my father? 35 00:01:26,687 --> 00:01:30,791 Daniel Byrd is the greatest gift I have ever given you. 36 00:01:30,824 --> 00:01:32,560 Yeah, and then you killed him. 37 00:01:32,593 --> 00:01:35,463 Well, that's the thing about gifts, 38 00:01:35,496 --> 00:01:37,131 you always keep the receipt. 39 00:01:37,165 --> 00:01:39,300 Oh, damn it Leona, stop being so coy! 40 00:01:39,333 --> 00:01:41,469 Can you just be transparent for once in your life! 41 00:01:41,502 --> 00:01:43,871 I tried to talk to you! 42 00:01:43,904 --> 00:01:46,240 But you were disrespectful. 43 00:01:46,274 --> 00:01:50,344 Your entire existence is disrespectful. 44 00:01:50,378 --> 00:01:54,081 I can promise you that insulting me 45 00:01:54,114 --> 00:01:57,017 is not going to get you what you want. 46 00:01:59,420 --> 00:02:00,554 Who's my father? 47 00:02:00,588 --> 00:02:02,823 [She Sighs] 48 00:02:02,856 --> 00:02:04,057 Tell me! 49 00:02:04,091 --> 00:02:06,160 I want to hear it from your mouth. 50 00:02:06,194 --> 00:02:08,429 The family I provided 51 00:02:08,462 --> 00:02:10,398 is the only family you nee to know. 52 00:02:10,431 --> 00:02:12,266 My real father is family. 53 00:02:12,300 --> 00:02:14,535 Well you don't have a father, Ella. 54 00:02:14,568 --> 00:02:16,537 Consider your existence 55 00:02:16,570 --> 00:02:19,573 a product of immaculate conception. 56 00:02:19,607 --> 00:02:22,876 Oh hell, we both know you ain't the Virgin Mary. 57 00:02:23,544 --> 00:02:26,380 I just want the truth. 58 00:02:27,315 --> 00:02:29,016 Why won't you give me that? 59 00:02:29,049 --> 00:02:31,419 I have given you 60 00:02:31,452 --> 00:02:34,388 everything you needed. 61 00:02:35,989 --> 00:02:39,360 Victor Thompson, oh he told me the truth. 62 00:02:39,393 --> 00:02:42,330 [Dramatic Chord] 63 00:02:44,465 --> 00:02:45,399 Victor? 64 00:02:45,433 --> 00:02:49,403 Oh, it's not so immaculate after all, huh? 65 00:02:50,771 --> 00:02:52,039 What did you say to him? 66 00:02:52,072 --> 00:02:53,241 [Ella] Oh, he's here. 67 00:02:53,274 --> 00:02:54,875 -In Cyprus?! [Ella] Uh-huh. Yeah. 68 00:02:54,908 --> 00:02:58,045 Uh, he came back to handle Malik's affairs. 69 00:02:58,078 --> 00:02:59,580 You stay away from him. 70 00:02:59,613 --> 00:03:01,148 Why? 71 00:03:01,181 --> 00:03:04,151 Are you afraid he'll expose you? 72 00:03:04,184 --> 00:03:05,553 More of your lies? 73 00:03:05,586 --> 00:03:08,922 No, he is not to be trusted! 74 00:03:08,956 --> 00:03:11,925 Well he can just join the club. 75 00:03:11,959 --> 00:03:15,062 Ella wait, please. Ella. 76 00:03:15,095 --> 00:03:17,998 Listen to me, damn it! 77 00:03:20,868 --> 00:03:22,736 Victor Thompson 78 00:03:22,770 --> 00:03:26,139 he will drag you straight to hell. You stay away from that man! 79 00:03:26,173 --> 00:03:29,142 He is the devil himself! 80 00:03:29,176 --> 00:03:31,111 [Theme Music] 81 00:03:31,144 --> 00:03:33,247 * Go on, lift your hands give God the praise 82 00:03:33,281 --> 00:03:36,617 * I fell so hard Lost my faith in God 83 00:03:36,650 --> 00:03:40,020 * I couldn't even pray, so I say 84 00:03:40,053 --> 00:03:45,459 * We're just sinners saved by grace 85 00:03:46,460 --> 00:03:48,662 With our dominance on the airwaves, 86 00:03:48,696 --> 00:03:51,031 you're buying at the right time. 87 00:03:51,064 --> 00:03:53,467 Especially with local media expanding. 88 00:03:53,501 --> 00:03:55,469 WQCL has some of the top 89 00:03:55,503 --> 00:03:58,439 producers this state has to offer. 90 00:03:58,472 --> 00:04:01,809 They've won countless awards for their work. 91 00:04:01,842 --> 00:04:04,278 [Anchor] Atlanta has the highest rate 92 00:04:04,312 --> 00:04:06,647 of missing black women in Georgia. 93 00:04:06,680 --> 00:04:10,117 Unfortunately Cyprus isn't too far behind. 94 00:04:10,150 --> 00:04:11,719 Ladies, please be safe. 95 00:04:11,752 --> 00:04:13,487 Always trust your instincts, 96 00:04:13,521 --> 00:04:16,490 and be vigilant of your surroundings. 97 00:04:17,991 --> 00:04:19,493 Joy! 98 00:04:19,527 --> 00:04:22,496 I'd like to introduce you to Jabari Morris, 99 00:04:22,530 --> 00:04:25,232 the potential new majority owner of WQCL. 100 00:04:25,265 --> 00:04:26,900 Oh, pleasure to meet you, Mr. Morris. 101 00:04:26,934 --> 00:04:28,201 Likewise, likewise. 102 00:04:28,235 --> 00:04:30,237 Oh, and this is Angela Parks, his colleague. 103 00:04:30,270 --> 00:04:32,840 More like partner. 104 00:04:33,674 --> 00:04:36,644 Anita, I have a lead on the Mayor Johnson paternity story. 105 00:04:36,677 --> 00:04:38,479 -Ooh, exclusive? -You know it. 106 00:04:38,512 --> 00:04:40,314 And my sources are always certified. 107 00:04:40,348 --> 00:04:43,250 Okay, pursue it. Great job, Joy. 108 00:04:44,618 --> 00:04:46,687 My protege. She's sharp. 109 00:04:46,720 --> 00:04:49,623 And she'll do whatever it takes to get the job done. [Phone Vibrates] 110 00:04:50,891 --> 00:04:52,560 Hello? 111 00:04:52,593 --> 00:04:54,695 Okay. 112 00:04:54,728 --> 00:04:56,063 Uh, just a moment. 113 00:04:56,096 --> 00:04:58,766 Excuse me, I have to take this call. 114 00:04:58,799 --> 00:05:00,501 So, what do you think? 115 00:05:00,534 --> 00:05:02,235 This is it, Jabari! 116 00:05:02,269 --> 00:05:04,338 -I feel good about this. -Yeah, yeah. 117 00:05:04,372 --> 00:05:07,274 The Byrd's and the Johnson's won't control the media in Cyprus anymore. 118 00:05:07,307 --> 00:05:10,578 Finally legit news without any bias. 119 00:05:10,611 --> 00:05:13,347 Hey, I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news, 120 00:05:13,381 --> 00:05:15,015 but we have another offer. 121 00:05:15,048 --> 00:05:17,351 You've been outbid. 122 00:05:17,385 --> 00:05:20,053 -What? By whom? -UpSurge. 123 00:05:20,087 --> 00:05:22,523 -Upsurge? -Are you sure, Anita? 124 00:05:22,556 --> 00:05:26,126 I just received a phone call from Victor Thompson himself. 125 00:05:26,594 --> 00:05:27,761 -Victor. -Yeah. 126 00:05:27,795 --> 00:05:29,697 Well, what did he, 127 00:05:29,730 --> 00:05:31,365 what did he offer? Maybe I can match it. 128 00:05:31,399 --> 00:05:34,968 He's offering 50% over the asking price. 129 00:05:36,470 --> 00:05:37,971 [Jabari Exhales Sharply] 130 00:05:47,247 --> 00:05:49,583 [Handcuffs Clicking] 131 00:05:49,617 --> 00:05:52,586 [Soft Dramatic Music] 132 00:05:54,422 --> 00:05:56,790 [Chair Scrapes] 133 00:06:04,264 --> 00:06:06,366 Hey. 134 00:06:08,001 --> 00:06:10,170 How's Austin? 135 00:06:10,203 --> 00:06:13,607 Austin? That's what you're gonna start with? 136 00:06:13,641 --> 00:06:16,076 -You killed Malik! -You know I didn't kill him! 137 00:06:16,109 --> 00:06:18,612 Well, explain your DNA all over the crime scene 138 00:06:18,646 --> 00:06:19,580 and on his body! 139 00:06:19,613 --> 00:06:22,149 Tam, I never even been arrested before! 140 00:06:22,182 --> 00:06:23,684 Is that deflection? 141 00:06:23,717 --> 00:06:26,353 No, it's just... 142 00:06:26,386 --> 00:06:28,188 Okay look, look. 143 00:06:28,221 --> 00:06:30,958 I need you to get me a lawyer. 144 00:06:30,991 --> 00:06:32,259 I'm not getting you anything! 145 00:06:32,292 --> 00:06:33,627 Let me just, just- 146 00:06:33,661 --> 00:06:36,029 I don't want to hear any more of your lies. 147 00:06:36,063 --> 00:06:38,265 -Okay, tell me the truth now, or I'm out of here permanently. -Okay, okay, sit down, 148 00:06:38,298 --> 00:06:40,100 okay? Sit down, sit down! 149 00:06:40,133 --> 00:06:43,103 Just sit down, sit down. 150 00:06:43,136 --> 00:06:46,039 [Pensive Music] 151 00:06:47,307 --> 00:06:49,409 Alright, look. 152 00:06:50,410 --> 00:06:51,712 I was there that night. 153 00:06:51,745 --> 00:06:53,113 So you admit it. You killed him. 154 00:06:53,146 --> 00:06:55,483 No, no, no, no. We just fought. 155 00:06:55,516 --> 00:06:58,486 We just fought, that's it. 156 00:07:03,824 --> 00:07:05,826 What're you doing here? 157 00:07:06,159 --> 00:07:08,796 I just want you to stay away from Tamara, okay? 158 00:07:08,829 --> 00:07:10,731 She's been through a lot already. 159 00:07:10,764 --> 00:07:12,399 I get it man. 160 00:07:12,432 --> 00:07:14,367 We both love her. 161 00:07:14,401 --> 00:07:17,070 [Sighs] I'm not gonna hurt her. 162 00:07:17,437 --> 00:07:19,372 And I'm gonna look after your son, Austin. 163 00:07:19,406 --> 00:07:22,342 [Dramatic Music] 164 00:07:25,746 --> 00:07:27,681 [Malik Grunts] 165 00:07:31,885 --> 00:07:34,021 [Grunting] 166 00:07:34,054 --> 00:07:36,957 [Panting] 167 00:07:41,361 --> 00:07:44,498 [Dramatic Music] 168 00:07:44,532 --> 00:07:46,534 So you beat him to death. 169 00:07:46,567 --> 00:07:49,937 Tam listen to me, Malik was alive when I left. 170 00:07:49,970 --> 00:07:52,005 -I promise you that. -You could have told me 171 00:07:52,039 --> 00:07:54,341 or the police about this fight with Mailk. 172 00:07:54,374 --> 00:07:56,043 I mean, why do you hate me so much? 173 00:07:56,076 --> 00:07:57,511 What'd I do? 174 00:07:57,545 --> 00:08:00,047 -Tam, I don't hate- -Don't. 175 00:08:03,116 --> 00:08:05,285 I mean, I took a lot of your lies. 176 00:08:06,820 --> 00:08:08,889 Your infidelity. 177 00:08:08,922 --> 00:08:11,592 [Somber Music] 178 00:08:11,625 --> 00:08:14,562 I forgave you. 179 00:08:14,595 --> 00:08:17,531 And for once, I was happy. 180 00:08:17,565 --> 00:08:20,267 And you took that away from me. 181 00:08:20,300 --> 00:08:23,236 [Sighs] I... 182 00:08:24,905 --> 00:08:26,940 I didn't mean to. 183 00:08:29,076 --> 00:08:31,545 I just, I just... 184 00:08:31,579 --> 00:08:34,481 I just went over there to talk to him. 185 00:08:35,482 --> 00:08:37,484 And things escalated. 186 00:08:37,517 --> 00:08:40,554 You... you shouldn't have been there. 187 00:08:40,588 --> 00:08:44,024 There was no reason for you to be at Malik's office that night. 188 00:08:45,859 --> 00:08:47,728 -You planned to kill him. -Tam. 189 00:08:47,761 --> 00:08:49,062 Tam. Tam! 190 00:08:49,096 --> 00:08:51,064 Go to hell. 191 00:08:51,098 --> 00:08:54,034 Tam! 192 00:08:57,938 --> 00:09:00,307 [Victor] Rex Fisher, I presume. 193 00:09:01,274 --> 00:09:02,342 Who wants to know? 194 00:09:02,375 --> 00:09:04,244 Victor Thompson. 195 00:09:04,277 --> 00:09:06,914 -Malik's father? -Yes. 196 00:09:06,947 --> 00:09:08,849 Is there a reason why you're on my property? 197 00:09:08,882 --> 00:09:11,184 I heard you saw my son the night he died. 198 00:09:11,218 --> 00:09:13,253 The cops arrested the killer. 199 00:09:13,286 --> 00:09:16,757 So I suggest maybe you talk to Miles about killing your son Malik. 200 00:09:16,790 --> 00:09:19,292 Hm, you and Miles work together? 201 00:09:19,326 --> 00:09:22,095 That's none of your business who I work with. 202 00:09:22,129 --> 00:09:24,865 So I suggest you get off my property. 203 00:09:24,898 --> 00:09:27,868 Or you gonna end up like your sorry-ass son, you understand? 204 00:09:27,901 --> 00:09:29,770 Mm, if you played any role in 205 00:09:29,803 --> 00:09:32,973 killing my son, you'll need more than that gun to stop me. 206 00:09:33,006 --> 00:09:34,975 Really? 207 00:09:35,008 --> 00:09:37,344 Well, I like my odds. 208 00:09:37,377 --> 00:09:39,112 Right. 209 00:09:39,146 --> 00:09:41,048 There are other ways to get information. 210 00:09:41,081 --> 00:09:45,385 I'll find out what I want to know through my daughter. 211 00:09:45,418 --> 00:09:48,355 Felicia's in rehab. 212 00:09:48,388 --> 00:09:49,489 She can't help you. 213 00:09:49,522 --> 00:09:52,492 I was referring to my other daughter, 214 00:09:52,525 --> 00:09:55,028 mayor Ella Mae Johnson. 215 00:09:55,929 --> 00:10:01,234 Oh, judging from the look on your face, Ella didn't tell you. 216 00:10:01,268 --> 00:10:03,403 Last to know? 217 00:10:03,436 --> 00:10:06,373 And I thought I heard you ran this town. 218 00:10:07,708 --> 00:10:11,578 Enjoy your day, Rex. 219 00:10:17,217 --> 00:10:19,920 Karinne, what's the update on Jessica? 220 00:10:19,953 --> 00:10:21,689 Jessica? 221 00:10:21,722 --> 00:10:23,223 The patient from last night. 222 00:10:23,256 --> 00:10:26,593 Did you guys discharge her? I couldn't find her room number in our records. 223 00:10:26,626 --> 00:10:30,764 Unfortunately, that patient died due to complications from an infection. 224 00:10:30,798 --> 00:10:33,734 Infection? What type of infection? 225 00:10:33,767 --> 00:10:34,835 A brain abscess. 226 00:10:34,868 --> 00:10:36,737 Abscesses take time to become fatal. 227 00:10:36,770 --> 00:10:38,338 She had it for awhile. 228 00:10:38,371 --> 00:10:42,209 But she wasn't showing any signs of infection. If anything, she was scared. 229 00:10:42,242 --> 00:10:43,343 Excuse me, 230 00:10:43,376 --> 00:10:46,013 only one of us is a licensed doctor. 231 00:10:46,046 --> 00:10:48,949 You don't have the authority to question me. 232 00:10:49,717 --> 00:10:51,952 Now get back to work. 233 00:10:56,456 --> 00:10:58,591 [Ella] I've been dealing with the devil 234 00:10:58,625 --> 00:11:00,193 my whole life. 235 00:11:00,227 --> 00:11:04,932 -Hell, I'm looking at her. -Don't test me, Ella Mae. 236 00:11:04,965 --> 00:11:06,399 What did he want? 237 00:11:06,433 --> 00:11:08,769 He wanted to meet his firstborn child. 238 00:11:08,802 --> 00:11:11,705 The child that you kept him away from. 239 00:11:11,739 --> 00:11:14,708 As I already told you, 240 00:11:14,742 --> 00:11:17,711 clearly he had no difficulty meeting you now. 241 00:11:17,745 --> 00:11:20,413 What kept him from seeing you in the past? 242 00:11:20,447 --> 00:11:22,149 You tell me. 243 00:11:22,182 --> 00:11:25,118 Or are you gonna just keep talkin' in riddles? 244 00:11:26,954 --> 00:11:30,423 You're not ready for the answers, Ella Mae. 245 00:11:30,457 --> 00:11:33,961 You have no idea what that monster is capable of. 246 00:11:33,994 --> 00:11:36,563 That "monster" is my father. 247 00:11:36,596 --> 00:11:39,066 But you had a child with him, why? I mean, 248 00:11:39,099 --> 00:11:40,467 he must have had some good qualities. 249 00:11:40,500 --> 00:11:42,669 I was never involved with that bastard! 250 00:11:42,702 --> 00:11:47,007 -What're you telling me, that he raped you? -No. 251 00:11:47,040 --> 00:11:49,943 NO, Victor never raped me. 252 00:11:51,378 --> 00:11:54,948 I was never with Victor. 253 00:11:54,982 --> 00:11:57,951 In any way. 254 00:12:00,821 --> 00:12:05,492 I suppose I have no choice but to tell you before he does. 255 00:12:08,161 --> 00:12:11,298 I didn't give birth to you, Ella. 256 00:12:12,132 --> 00:12:15,035 Oh no Leona, please, please don't tell me 257 00:12:15,068 --> 00:12:17,170 that you took me like you did those others! 258 00:12:17,204 --> 00:12:20,140 Our mother... 259 00:12:20,640 --> 00:12:23,476 ...gave birth to you, Ella Mae. 260 00:12:25,245 --> 00:12:27,380 We're sisters. 261 00:12:27,414 --> 00:12:30,350 [Dramatic Flourish] 262 00:12:41,161 --> 00:12:42,830 Hello. 263 00:12:42,863 --> 00:12:45,198 You're 8 minutes late. 264 00:12:45,232 --> 00:12:47,734 Well I had a city council meeting that 265 00:12:47,767 --> 00:12:50,904 ran a little over. You know, I am the mayor. 266 00:12:50,938 --> 00:12:52,672 And I'm your father. 267 00:12:52,705 --> 00:12:56,209 When you're scheduled to meet with me, I expect you to be on time. 268 00:12:56,243 --> 00:12:59,646 You don't get to set ground rules with me, Victor. 269 00:12:59,679 --> 00:13:01,915 That's fair. 270 00:13:01,949 --> 00:13:06,253 We do need to establish our relationship first. 271 00:13:10,924 --> 00:13:14,761 I uh, have something for you. 272 00:13:21,634 --> 00:13:25,405 It uh, it was my mother's. 273 00:13:25,438 --> 00:13:28,575 Mae, your grandmother. 274 00:13:30,277 --> 00:13:34,848 Now it belongs to you, Ella Mae. 275 00:13:34,882 --> 00:13:36,917 Oh, this is... 276 00:13:36,950 --> 00:13:39,887 this is beautiful, thank you. 277 00:13:41,621 --> 00:13:43,857 Wait a minute, wait, did you 278 00:13:43,891 --> 00:13:45,792 reserve this entire restaurant? 279 00:13:45,825 --> 00:13:47,594 We're the only people here. 280 00:13:47,627 --> 00:13:50,197 I like my privacy. 281 00:13:50,230 --> 00:13:53,366 I'm guessing you didn't know that uh, 282 00:13:53,400 --> 00:13:56,369 part of your name, Mae, came from my mothers'. 283 00:13:56,403 --> 00:14:01,208 No um, my mom, Leona, 284 00:14:01,241 --> 00:14:06,113 she only told me that I was named in honor of my grandmother, Joella. 285 00:14:06,146 --> 00:14:11,418 Grandmother? Hm. Another one of Leona's lies. 286 00:14:11,451 --> 00:14:15,788 Well at least with Leona's lies, 287 00:14:15,822 --> 00:14:18,458 I can usually spot them. 288 00:14:18,491 --> 00:14:20,493 She called you the devil, 289 00:14:20,527 --> 00:14:23,430 And she's pretty convinced that she's telling the truth. 290 00:14:23,463 --> 00:14:25,432 What do you think is the truth? 291 00:14:25,465 --> 00:14:29,903 Leona has caused me and my children more pain than anyone. 292 00:14:29,937 --> 00:14:33,006 But, she's the devil that I know. 293 00:14:33,040 --> 00:14:36,843 Well, there's a devil in every story, Ella Mae. 294 00:14:36,876 --> 00:14:39,746 And Leona should know, it's usually the person staring 295 00:14:39,779 --> 00:14:42,449 back at you in the mirror. 296 00:14:42,482 --> 00:14:45,452 You know, I um... 297 00:14:45,485 --> 00:14:48,421 I have so many questions. I mean, there's, 298 00:14:48,455 --> 00:14:50,790 there's just so much I wanna know. 299 00:14:50,823 --> 00:14:53,726 Perhaps I have answers. 300 00:14:54,327 --> 00:14:56,997 Tell me about my mother. I mean, 301 00:14:57,464 --> 00:14:59,666 my real mother. 302 00:14:59,699 --> 00:15:02,669 Joella? [Chuckles Softly] 303 00:15:02,702 --> 00:15:05,772 She was a beautiful and remarkable woman. 304 00:15:05,805 --> 00:15:08,208 Very sweet, but, but you didn't want to cross her, 305 00:15:08,241 --> 00:15:09,876 she was no nonsense. [Ella Chuckles] 306 00:15:10,543 --> 00:15:13,413 I guess that's where I get that from. [Both Chuckle] 307 00:15:16,883 --> 00:15:19,819 She died giving birth to you. 308 00:15:21,721 --> 00:15:24,524 I never got over losing her. 309 00:15:24,557 --> 00:15:26,159 I... 310 00:15:26,193 --> 00:15:29,296 see so much of her in you. 311 00:15:29,329 --> 00:15:31,498 You have her eyes. 312 00:15:31,531 --> 00:15:33,366 Her beauty. 313 00:15:33,400 --> 00:15:36,369 Of course, I'd like to take credit for your, 314 00:15:36,403 --> 00:15:37,370 for your brain, 315 00:15:37,404 --> 00:15:40,040 as you are the mayor of Cyprus, after all. 316 00:15:40,073 --> 00:15:43,010 -Yes, I am. -Excuse me, 317 00:15:43,043 --> 00:15:44,744 Mayor Johnson, I'm with WQCL- 318 00:15:44,777 --> 00:15:47,614 I know who you are, what do you want? 319 00:15:48,448 --> 00:15:49,416 Do you have any comment 320 00:15:49,449 --> 00:15:51,318 on the news surrounding your paternity? 321 00:15:51,351 --> 00:15:54,521 You are so unprofessional and rude. 322 00:15:54,554 --> 00:15:56,856 Can't you see that I'm having a private dinner? 323 00:15:56,889 --> 00:15:59,226 As the mayor of Cyprus, your constituents have a right 324 00:15:59,259 --> 00:16:03,530 -to know what is- -I don't have to explain anything to you. 325 00:16:03,563 --> 00:16:06,466 -So you have something to hide? -Enough. 326 00:16:06,933 --> 00:16:09,502 Here's your official statement, 327 00:16:09,536 --> 00:16:13,240 there are no questions surrounding Mayor Johnson's paternity. 328 00:16:13,273 --> 00:16:16,409 All parties involved are very clear 329 00:16:16,443 --> 00:16:19,412 on the mayor's lineage. 330 00:16:20,080 --> 00:16:22,749 -So you know who your father is. -You're speaking to me now, young lady. 331 00:16:22,782 --> 00:16:25,385 And you're also speaking to 332 00:16:25,418 --> 00:16:27,687 mayor Johnson's father. 333 00:16:27,720 --> 00:16:29,556 I'm Victor Thompson, 334 00:16:29,589 --> 00:16:32,059 founder and chairman of UpSurge. 335 00:16:32,092 --> 00:16:37,464 Now please, why don't you go run that story and let us enjoy our meal. 336 00:16:43,636 --> 00:16:47,140 You do know that she is going to air that comment 337 00:16:47,174 --> 00:16:48,275 by tomorrow? 338 00:16:48,308 --> 00:16:51,311 I predict within the hour. [Ella Sighs] 339 00:16:51,344 --> 00:16:52,779 Victor, I have 340 00:16:52,812 --> 00:16:55,282 enough negative press every day, Lord knows 341 00:16:55,315 --> 00:16:56,783 I don't need any more. 342 00:16:56,816 --> 00:16:59,752 It's handled. 343 00:17:01,088 --> 00:17:03,123 To us? 344 00:17:04,624 --> 00:17:06,993 To us. 345 00:17:11,764 --> 00:17:14,634 Still thinkin' about makin' that move? 346 00:17:14,667 --> 00:17:16,103 I don't know. 347 00:17:16,136 --> 00:17:20,473 I mean, Victor turns down my idea to purchase WQCL, 348 00:17:20,507 --> 00:17:24,311 and then he goes behind my back and outbids me. What, what the hell is that about? 349 00:17:24,344 --> 00:17:26,979 I don't know, but, 350 00:17:27,013 --> 00:17:30,083 there are some ways around that. 351 00:17:30,117 --> 00:17:32,619 I could loan you the money to outbid Victor. 352 00:17:32,652 --> 00:17:37,023 Nah, no, we, we already been down that road once man, and, 353 00:17:37,056 --> 00:17:38,825 and on top of that, I don't want any charity, man. 354 00:17:38,858 --> 00:17:41,628 It's not charity Jabari, it's just business. 355 00:17:41,661 --> 00:17:44,331 Last time me and you did business, it got real personal. 356 00:17:44,364 --> 00:17:45,832 That's the past. 357 00:17:45,865 --> 00:17:47,667 Okay? Forgiven and forgotten. 358 00:17:47,700 --> 00:17:50,470 If you feel like this is your best business move, 359 00:17:50,503 --> 00:17:52,872 then you gotta do what you gotta do to get that station. 360 00:17:52,905 --> 00:17:54,541 You feel like you don't want my help, 361 00:17:54,574 --> 00:17:56,008 find another way. 362 00:17:56,042 --> 00:17:57,977 Either way Jabari, why keep 363 00:17:58,010 --> 00:18:01,514 working for a company that doesn't believe in your vision? 364 00:18:06,886 --> 00:18:08,888 Business proposition. 365 00:18:08,921 --> 00:18:11,891 Hear me out. 366 00:18:13,092 --> 00:18:17,564 I'll buy your shares and board seat at UpSurge. 367 00:18:20,533 --> 00:18:22,435 It's a good deal. 368 00:18:24,771 --> 00:18:26,573 [Jabari Exhales] 369 00:18:27,674 --> 00:18:29,409 No. 370 00:18:29,442 --> 00:18:32,011 I appreciate it, thank you but, 371 00:18:32,044 --> 00:18:34,214 I'll find another way. 372 00:18:34,247 --> 00:18:37,284 Okay. Suit yourself, 'cuz. 373 00:18:40,720 --> 00:18:42,589 [Tamara] Thank you for stopping by. 374 00:18:42,622 --> 00:18:44,557 This is Nancy, my nanny. 375 00:18:44,591 --> 00:18:47,760 It's, it's so good to finally meet you. 376 00:18:47,794 --> 00:18:50,330 I'm sorry you had to miss the funeral. 377 00:18:50,363 --> 00:18:52,732 Yes, well I... 378 00:18:52,765 --> 00:18:56,035 I needed time to process my son's death on my own without 379 00:18:56,068 --> 00:19:01,073 people who barely knew my son giving me condolences. 380 00:19:01,107 --> 00:19:02,575 I understand. 381 00:19:02,609 --> 00:19:06,679 However, I can't imagine what you must be going through. You're 382 00:19:06,713 --> 00:19:09,416 husband being charged with murdering my son. 383 00:19:09,449 --> 00:19:12,084 My ex-husband. 384 00:19:12,118 --> 00:19:13,753 Malik loved you very much. 385 00:19:13,786 --> 00:19:16,088 And I loved him. 386 00:19:16,122 --> 00:19:18,090 I still do. 387 00:19:18,124 --> 00:19:20,260 I believe that. 388 00:19:20,293 --> 00:19:22,094 Especially since MIles' DNA 389 00:19:22,128 --> 00:19:23,763 was somehow given to the police 390 00:19:23,796 --> 00:19:26,666 after he refused to provide it. 391 00:19:27,800 --> 00:19:29,902 I wanted to know the truth. [Somber Music] 392 00:19:29,936 --> 00:19:32,739 -Malik deserves justice. -That he does. 393 00:19:34,173 --> 00:19:37,444 I appreciate your efforts. 394 00:19:37,477 --> 00:19:39,212 Just know that I'm here to help 395 00:19:39,246 --> 00:19:42,249 you and your son in any way I can. I, 396 00:19:42,282 --> 00:19:46,018 intend to honor my son's final wishes. 397 00:19:47,487 --> 00:19:49,021 Thank you. 398 00:19:51,090 --> 00:19:53,526 My pleasure. 399 00:19:57,096 --> 00:19:58,998 Stacia please, I gotta get out of here! 400 00:19:59,031 --> 00:20:00,967 Miles, I can't. 401 00:20:01,000 --> 00:20:02,969 There are other attorneys in the area. 402 00:20:03,002 --> 00:20:05,838 -Now I can refer you to one of them. -No. 403 00:20:05,872 --> 00:20:07,907 I'm in good hands with you, okay? 404 00:20:07,940 --> 00:20:09,776 You fight hard for all your clients. 405 00:20:09,809 --> 00:20:11,678 Yes, I do. 406 00:20:11,711 --> 00:20:15,147 But the problem is that one of my clients, Malik, 407 00:20:15,181 --> 00:20:17,183 is dead. 408 00:20:17,216 --> 00:20:20,253 Now with you being accused of murdering him, 409 00:20:20,287 --> 00:20:22,922 Representing you is a conflict of interest. 410 00:20:22,955 --> 00:20:25,958 -I'm sorry. -What the hell am I supposed to do, huh? 411 00:20:25,992 --> 00:20:28,661 I don't know how to live in jail. 412 00:20:28,695 --> 00:20:31,197 I don't deserve to be here! 413 00:20:34,867 --> 00:20:38,137 do you remember anything else about that night? 414 00:20:38,170 --> 00:20:40,172 [Miles Scoffs] 415 00:20:40,206 --> 00:20:41,541 Come on Miles, 416 00:20:41,574 --> 00:20:43,876 I can't help you if you can't remember anything. 417 00:20:43,910 --> 00:20:46,846 Look, what I remember is Malik was alive when I left UpSurge, 418 00:20:46,879 --> 00:20:49,282 and I didn't put his body in Mayor Johnson's pool. 419 00:20:49,316 --> 00:20:51,851 I didn't have time. 420 00:20:51,884 --> 00:20:54,821 What do you mean you didn't have time? 421 00:20:57,724 --> 00:20:59,191 I, I had an alibi. 422 00:20:59,225 --> 00:21:01,227 An alibi?! 423 00:21:01,260 --> 00:21:03,195 Why don't the police know about this? 424 00:21:03,229 --> 00:21:06,499 Because my alibi is Tam's best friend. 425 00:21:06,533 --> 00:21:07,734 Josie? 426 00:21:07,767 --> 00:21:10,737 -Oh, great, I'll call her- -No, no, no, no, no, no, no. 427 00:21:10,770 --> 00:21:12,772 You don't understand, okay? 428 00:21:13,205 --> 00:21:15,041 That night when I left UpSurge, 429 00:21:15,074 --> 00:21:17,176 I was with Josie. 430 00:21:17,209 --> 00:21:19,912 The entire night. 431 00:21:22,014 --> 00:21:23,550 Tam can't know, okay? 432 00:21:23,583 --> 00:21:25,051 Now look, I'll tell her eventually, but 433 00:21:25,084 --> 00:21:27,320 not while I'm in here. 434 00:21:27,354 --> 00:21:29,556 There's gotta be another way. 435 00:21:29,589 --> 00:21:32,559 There's gotta be. 436 00:21:34,761 --> 00:21:37,430 [Pensive Music] 437 00:21:42,969 --> 00:21:45,538 [Phone Ringing] 438 00:21:45,572 --> 00:21:48,408 [Christie] Hi, this is Christie Johnson, leave a message. 439 00:21:48,441 --> 00:21:50,042 [Beep] 440 00:21:50,076 --> 00:21:53,012 Hey, baby, um... 441 00:21:53,045 --> 00:21:55,948 Tinie, um... [Dramatic Music Swells] 442 00:21:56,816 --> 00:21:58,585 I uh, 443 00:21:58,618 --> 00:22:01,554 I just wanna talk. 444 00:22:02,555 --> 00:22:05,124 Anf um... 445 00:22:05,157 --> 00:22:07,594 apologize. 446 00:22:07,627 --> 00:22:09,529 [Shuddering Breath] 447 00:22:09,562 --> 00:22:12,732 There is... 448 00:22:12,765 --> 00:22:15,668 so much going on right now. 449 00:22:16,636 --> 00:22:18,871 And um... 450 00:22:18,905 --> 00:22:21,874 I... 451 00:22:21,908 --> 00:22:23,710 I just need my baby. 452 00:22:23,743 --> 00:22:26,879 [Beep] [Voice] If you'd like to re-record your message, 453 00:22:26,913 --> 00:22:32,151 press 1. If you completed your message, please hang up. 454 00:22:36,523 --> 00:22:38,791 [Beep] [Automated Voice] Message canceled. 455 00:22:38,825 --> 00:22:41,794 You may re-record now. 456 00:22:46,699 --> 00:22:48,367 [Sigh] 457 00:22:53,139 --> 00:22:55,508 [Christie Sighs] 458 00:23:18,531 --> 00:23:21,634 [Joy] Jessica Perkins has been missing for over a week, 459 00:23:21,668 --> 00:23:23,670 and is the most recent case in a 460 00:23:23,703 --> 00:23:27,273 series of abductions of young black women in Cyprus. 461 00:23:27,306 --> 00:23:30,142 While Jessica has made no contact with her family, 462 00:23:30,176 --> 00:23:32,512 her mother Tanya Perkins is still hopeful 463 00:23:32,545 --> 00:23:34,714 for Jessica's safe return home. 464 00:23:34,747 --> 00:23:36,683 I've been fastin' and prayin', 465 00:23:36,716 --> 00:23:40,186 and I know she's gon' make her way home to her mamma. 466 00:23:40,219 --> 00:23:42,822 [Nurse 1] Almost everything was donated. 467 00:23:42,855 --> 00:23:44,223 [Nurse 2] Really? [Nurse 1] Yeah. 468 00:23:44,256 --> 00:23:47,026 She volunteered to donate anything that could be of use. 469 00:23:47,059 --> 00:23:49,662 [Nurse 2] Well that's great, more lives can be saved. 470 00:23:49,696 --> 00:23:54,433 But the only thing we couldn't use was her brain, due to the abscess. 471 00:23:57,103 --> 00:23:58,905 [Christie Sighs] 472 00:24:01,941 --> 00:24:04,076 Yeah, that's what we're working on. 473 00:24:04,110 --> 00:24:06,879 You placed a bid on WQCL?! 474 00:24:06,913 --> 00:24:09,348 Let me get back to you. 475 00:24:09,381 --> 00:24:11,417 [Jabari] You played me. Why? 476 00:24:11,450 --> 00:24:12,485 Played you? 477 00:24:12,519 --> 00:24:15,154 Owning the media here can only benefit UpSurge, 478 00:24:15,187 --> 00:24:17,223 and my daughter, Ella. 479 00:24:17,256 --> 00:24:19,659 Controlling the narrative is a big asset 480 00:24:19,692 --> 00:24:21,327 for the future of the company. 481 00:24:21,360 --> 00:24:23,730 That was my entire pitch! 482 00:24:23,763 --> 00:24:25,732 The one I came up with your son! 483 00:24:25,765 --> 00:24:27,567 The one you said was dumb! 484 00:24:27,600 --> 00:24:30,402 Look, you wanted to protect your evil-ass daughter, 485 00:24:30,436 --> 00:24:32,605 I wanted to help Cyprus. 486 00:24:32,639 --> 00:24:34,073 Right, right, but, 487 00:24:34,106 --> 00:24:37,677 I actually have the resources to get what I want. 488 00:24:37,710 --> 00:24:40,079 Gentlemen, please get this thug out of my office. 489 00:24:40,112 --> 00:24:41,247 Don't touch me! 490 00:24:41,280 --> 00:24:43,683 And uh, let me remind you of the terms 491 00:24:43,716 --> 00:24:48,655 of your contract, as long as you work for UpSurge, I own you. 492 00:24:52,759 --> 00:24:55,494 Oh, and Jabari? 493 00:24:56,629 --> 00:24:58,064 Now you've been played. 494 00:24:58,097 --> 00:25:01,000 [Dramatic Flourish] 495 00:25:05,004 --> 00:25:06,038 [Sighs] 496 00:25:06,072 --> 00:25:08,274 [Tamara] I see where Malik got it from. 497 00:25:08,307 --> 00:25:11,811 His father is alsovery charming. 498 00:25:11,844 --> 00:25:13,980 [Josie] Well, I'm glad you met him. 499 00:25:14,013 --> 00:25:15,948 Yeah, but we both agreed to keep 500 00:25:15,982 --> 00:25:18,117 Malik's legacy alive, and 501 00:25:18,150 --> 00:25:20,553 ensure Miles pays for what he did. 502 00:25:20,587 --> 00:25:23,556 Tam come on, you know that Miles 503 00:25:23,590 --> 00:25:25,257 didn't kill Malik. 504 00:25:25,291 --> 00:25:27,259 Well, the evidence says he did. 505 00:25:27,293 --> 00:25:29,929 He told me he was there that night. 506 00:25:29,962 --> 00:25:31,063 That they fought. 507 00:25:31,097 --> 00:25:33,132 But, yeah, but you know Miles. 508 00:25:33,165 --> 00:25:35,101 You've known Miles for half of your life. 509 00:25:35,134 --> 00:25:38,104 Do you really think that he's capable of murder? 510 00:25:38,137 --> 00:25:40,573 In the heat of the moment? Yes. 511 00:25:40,607 --> 00:25:42,942 Besides, do I really know Miles? 512 00:25:42,975 --> 00:25:45,912 I didn't think he would be a habitual cheater, and, 513 00:25:45,945 --> 00:25:47,614 look where that got me. 514 00:25:47,647 --> 00:25:49,782 Cheating is one thing, 515 00:25:49,816 --> 00:25:52,118 being a murderer is another. 516 00:25:52,151 --> 00:25:54,486 Well I'm not calling him a serial killer! 517 00:25:54,520 --> 00:25:55,988 But a fight? 518 00:25:56,022 --> 00:25:58,424 One punch can kill someone. 519 00:25:58,457 --> 00:26:01,127 Anybody, including either one of us, 520 00:26:01,160 --> 00:26:04,664 can be a killer depending on the circumstances. 521 00:26:04,697 --> 00:26:07,033 Whose side are you on? 522 00:26:07,066 --> 00:26:09,969 Josie, this man has put me through so much. 523 00:26:10,002 --> 00:26:13,172 I'm on the side of truth, Tamara. 524 00:26:14,373 --> 00:26:16,442 So you tell me this, are you putting Miles 525 00:26:16,475 --> 00:26:19,712 on trial because you really think he's a killer? 526 00:26:19,746 --> 00:26:21,714 Or because of your own personal pain? 527 00:26:21,748 --> 00:26:24,550 [Doorbell Rings] 528 00:26:33,492 --> 00:26:34,694 Stacia, hey, what's going on? 529 00:26:34,727 --> 00:26:37,697 -Can I come in? -Sure. 530 00:26:37,730 --> 00:26:38,865 Would you like something to drink? 531 00:26:38,898 --> 00:26:41,200 No, I can't stay long. 532 00:26:41,233 --> 00:26:43,469 Is something wrong? More paperwork you need me to sign? 533 00:26:43,502 --> 00:26:45,037 I... 534 00:26:45,071 --> 00:26:48,941 I came to let you know that I'm taking Miles' case. 535 00:26:49,341 --> 00:26:50,743 What? 536 00:26:50,777 --> 00:26:53,345 -I'm representing him in the- -I heard you. 537 00:26:53,379 --> 00:26:54,380 [Tamara Scoffs] 538 00:26:54,413 --> 00:26:56,816 You know, Malik was your boss. 539 00:26:56,849 --> 00:26:59,719 I thought you were his friend, now you want to defend his killer? 540 00:26:59,752 --> 00:27:02,989 Miles deserves representation just like anyone else. 541 00:27:03,022 --> 00:27:05,091 And I don't believe that he's Malik's killer. 542 00:27:05,124 --> 00:27:08,194 -He was there, Stacia. -He fought with him, yes. 543 00:27:08,227 --> 00:27:11,063 But that doesn't make him guilty. 544 00:27:11,097 --> 00:27:14,066 Plus I find it highly unlikely that 545 00:27:14,100 --> 00:27:16,903 Miles took Malik's body from UpSurge 546 00:27:16,936 --> 00:27:18,337 to Ella Johnson's house. 547 00:27:18,370 --> 00:27:20,606 Exactly! See, I told you Tam, 548 00:27:20,639 --> 00:27:22,041 even Stacia doesn't believe- 549 00:27:22,074 --> 00:27:24,977 Josie, stop! [Austin Cries] 550 00:27:30,149 --> 00:27:33,920 I need you to come forward and speak on Miles' behalf. 551 00:27:33,953 --> 00:27:35,187 [Josie Scoffs] 552 00:27:35,221 --> 00:27:38,057 I don't know what you're talkin' about. 553 00:27:38,090 --> 00:27:40,359 Your his alibi. 554 00:27:40,392 --> 00:27:42,695 Miles told me that he was with you 555 00:27:42,729 --> 00:27:45,631 all night after his fight with Malik. 556 00:27:46,632 --> 00:27:48,234 Without you coming forward, 557 00:27:48,267 --> 00:27:51,103 he could spend the rest of his life in prison. 558 00:27:51,137 --> 00:27:52,805 Think about it. 559 00:27:52,839 --> 00:27:56,108 But we need to act fast. 560 00:28:06,352 --> 00:28:08,387 [Leona] Oh, thank you. 561 00:28:08,420 --> 00:28:11,323 [Ella Sighs] 562 00:28:12,959 --> 00:28:14,827 Leona, what do you want? 563 00:28:14,861 --> 00:28:17,163 I need for you to come with me, Ella Mae. 564 00:28:17,196 --> 00:28:19,565 What? Where? 565 00:28:19,598 --> 00:28:22,001 I'm leaving town. 566 00:28:22,034 --> 00:28:25,471 I know a lot has happened between us, but, 567 00:28:25,504 --> 00:28:27,273 I need for you to trust me now. 568 00:28:27,306 --> 00:28:29,508 I am not leaving Cyprus. 569 00:28:29,541 --> 00:28:32,478 -That man- -That man is my father. 570 00:28:32,511 --> 00:28:35,447 Oh, please! 571 00:28:36,148 --> 00:28:38,650 Look, you have no idea 572 00:28:38,684 --> 00:28:42,321 what I had to go through to keep you safe. 573 00:28:43,522 --> 00:28:46,192 -My sacrifices- -Oh, I am so 574 00:28:46,225 --> 00:28:49,195 tired of hearing about your sacrifices. 575 00:28:49,228 --> 00:28:52,631 The only way I can help you now 576 00:28:52,664 --> 00:28:55,634 is for you to come with me. 577 00:28:57,003 --> 00:28:59,138 But if you stay, 578 00:28:59,738 --> 00:29:01,908 you're on your own. 579 00:29:04,176 --> 00:29:06,779 Well I guess I'm on my own. 580 00:29:06,813 --> 00:29:09,715 [Melancholy Music] 581 00:29:11,017 --> 00:29:13,052 Okay. 582 00:29:23,529 --> 00:29:28,835 This belonged to our mother, Joella. 583 00:29:30,569 --> 00:29:34,506 It was the only exquisite jewelry she ever had. 584 00:29:34,540 --> 00:29:38,878 Every time I tried to sell it to take care of us, 585 00:29:39,211 --> 00:29:42,248 some miracle came through, 586 00:29:42,281 --> 00:29:45,217 and I was able to keep it. 587 00:29:46,552 --> 00:29:49,688 I feel like... 588 00:29:49,721 --> 00:29:53,459 it always protected us through the years. 589 00:29:59,531 --> 00:30:02,301 You keep it close to you. [Dramatic Flourish] 590 00:30:19,085 --> 00:30:20,686 Thank you. 591 00:30:20,719 --> 00:30:23,222 Hey Anita, can I talk to you for a second? 592 00:30:24,790 --> 00:30:26,592 Angela, I've made my decision. 593 00:30:26,625 --> 00:30:29,896 UpSurge's offer is way too lucrative to refuse. 594 00:30:29,929 --> 00:30:31,964 I have employees to worry about. 595 00:30:31,998 --> 00:30:34,800 How do you know they'll keep your employees once they own the station? 596 00:30:34,833 --> 00:30:36,602 We can add that to the terms. 597 00:30:36,635 --> 00:30:38,137 Can't you see this is all Ella? 598 00:30:38,170 --> 00:30:40,606 If her father's company owns WQCL, 599 00:30:40,639 --> 00:30:43,575 they'll want to ensure she doesn't get any negative press. 600 00:30:43,609 --> 00:30:45,978 Good to know that you're following our coverage. 601 00:30:46,012 --> 00:30:48,647 You do know that Joy got the paternity exclusive. 602 00:30:48,680 --> 00:30:51,918 Which is exactly why we need to protect journalists like Joy. 603 00:30:51,951 --> 00:30:55,287 If you take Victor's bid, he and Ella will silence you. 604 00:30:55,321 --> 00:30:57,256 You can forget about reporting corruption on her, 605 00:30:57,289 --> 00:30:59,558 and you can throw your journalistic integrity out the window. 606 00:30:59,591 --> 00:31:02,628 Listen Angela, you give some very valid points, 607 00:31:02,661 --> 00:31:06,465 however, I am still a business woman at the end of the day. [Low Thrumming Music] 608 00:31:10,869 --> 00:31:13,772 If Jabari can provide that amount, 609 00:31:13,805 --> 00:31:16,408 then we have a deal. 610 00:31:16,442 --> 00:31:19,345 Now if you excuse me, I have to get ready for my show. 611 00:31:22,814 --> 00:31:25,651 [Anita] I need that other folder. 612 00:31:28,854 --> 00:31:31,090 -I'm going to come forward. -No you're not, Josie! 613 00:31:31,123 --> 00:31:32,291 It could get you released! 614 00:31:32,324 --> 00:31:34,460 -Look, Tam has been through enough as it is. -Tam?! 615 00:31:34,493 --> 00:31:38,630 Tam is not the one that's sitting up here in a jail cell, you are! 616 00:31:38,664 --> 00:31:40,799 You are. 617 00:31:40,832 --> 00:31:43,769 And if me being your alibi can get them closer to 618 00:31:43,802 --> 00:31:46,705 finding the real killer, then it's worth it, right? 619 00:31:50,376 --> 00:31:52,878 Look, 620 00:31:52,911 --> 00:31:55,447 -I wanna tell her the truth, -No! 621 00:31:55,481 --> 00:31:57,316 Eventually she's gonna find out anyway. 622 00:31:57,349 --> 00:32:00,152 Why are you trying to keep this a secret? 623 00:32:00,186 --> 00:32:04,390 Look, hopefully, hearing it from me 624 00:32:04,423 --> 00:32:05,491 will lessen the blow. 625 00:32:05,524 --> 00:32:07,559 Tam needs to hear the truth from me. 626 00:32:07,593 --> 00:32:10,129 Okay? From me. 627 00:32:10,162 --> 00:32:13,065 Look, I will tell her. 628 00:32:14,366 --> 00:32:15,968 Thanks. 629 00:32:16,002 --> 00:32:18,904 Miles. 630 00:32:25,711 --> 00:32:29,548 [Melodic Music Playing] 631 00:32:58,444 --> 00:33:00,712 [Malik] Life is short. 632 00:33:00,746 --> 00:33:03,649 It's messy. 633 00:33:05,251 --> 00:33:07,586 But it's perfect with you in it. 634 00:33:08,587 --> 00:33:12,124 So when you ask me what you should pack, 635 00:33:12,991 --> 00:33:16,328 all I want you to pack is that white dress. 636 00:33:22,601 --> 00:33:24,736 I offered Jabari the money, 637 00:33:24,770 --> 00:33:25,871 he refused. 638 00:33:25,904 --> 00:33:27,473 Well, can you blame him? 639 00:33:27,506 --> 00:33:29,741 There's always strings attached with you. 640 00:33:29,775 --> 00:33:32,911 Okay, you give it to him. 641 00:33:32,944 --> 00:33:35,947 -I don't have that kind of cash. -But I do. 642 00:33:35,981 --> 00:33:38,484 And he'll take it from you. 643 00:33:38,517 --> 00:33:39,885 I'll give you a loan. 644 00:33:39,918 --> 00:33:43,155 Uh more like a, deposit. 645 00:33:43,189 --> 00:33:44,723 I'm not stupid. 646 00:33:44,756 --> 00:33:47,659 You have Paige as your weapon against me. 647 00:33:48,594 --> 00:33:50,729 What do you want? 648 00:33:50,762 --> 00:33:53,665 I could think of a few things. 649 00:33:55,601 --> 00:33:58,003 [Car Alarm Chirps] 650 00:34:15,887 --> 00:34:18,557 [Engine Turns Over] 651 00:34:22,894 --> 00:34:25,664 Jabari can't know about this. 652 00:34:28,534 --> 00:34:32,704 Have the attorneys draw up the paperwork so he can sign off on everything. 653 00:34:35,207 --> 00:34:37,709 [Dramatic Flourish] 654 00:34:38,544 --> 00:34:42,181 Looks like you just bought Jabari a TV station. 655 00:34:51,490 --> 00:34:53,325 [Doctor] Are ya done? 656 00:34:53,359 --> 00:34:56,195 Yes, doctor. 657 00:34:56,228 --> 00:34:57,796 Impressive. 658 00:34:57,829 --> 00:35:00,732 -Good job. -Thank you, Dr. Ross. 659 00:35:01,900 --> 00:35:03,535 I wanted to apologize for the 660 00:35:03,569 --> 00:35:06,305 excessive questioning the other day. 661 00:35:06,338 --> 00:35:07,206 No worries. 662 00:35:07,239 --> 00:35:09,208 You're an extremely gifted doctor 663 00:35:09,241 --> 00:35:12,211 and I am very grateful for this opportunity. 664 00:35:12,244 --> 00:35:14,213 Thank you. 665 00:35:14,246 --> 00:35:16,315 -And Dr. Johnson? -Mm-hmm? 666 00:35:16,348 --> 00:35:18,684 If you continue to learn from me, 667 00:35:18,717 --> 00:35:21,620 perhaps you'll be just as successful one day. 668 00:35:22,221 --> 00:35:24,590 Thank you, doctor. 669 00:35:25,424 --> 00:35:27,593 [She Sighs] 670 00:35:30,196 --> 00:35:32,898 Can I possibly assist you with your next procedure? 671 00:35:32,931 --> 00:35:34,200 I don't care how minor it is, 672 00:35:34,233 --> 00:35:37,336 it would just be great to get involved. 673 00:35:37,369 --> 00:35:38,437 Sure. 674 00:35:38,470 --> 00:35:41,006 In fact, I have a major surgery coming up. 675 00:35:41,039 --> 00:35:43,209 -Major? -If you're up for the challenge. 676 00:35:43,242 --> 00:35:46,345 Yes, I am. Thank you very much, Dr. Ross. 677 00:35:46,378 --> 00:35:48,447 It's my pleasure, of course. Have a good night. 678 00:35:48,480 --> 00:35:51,450 Thank you. 679 00:35:53,485 --> 00:35:56,422 [Dramatic Music] 680 00:35:56,455 --> 00:35:58,524 You know, 681 00:35:58,557 --> 00:36:01,460 we make a good team. 682 00:36:02,093 --> 00:36:04,463 Come here. 683 00:36:06,064 --> 00:36:08,300 A really good team. 684 00:36:10,569 --> 00:36:12,704 Heard the good news! 685 00:36:12,738 --> 00:36:15,474 -How? -Word travels fast at UpSurge. 686 00:36:15,507 --> 00:36:16,942 Congratulations, cuz. 687 00:36:16,975 --> 00:36:17,843 Thanks. 688 00:36:17,876 --> 00:36:19,478 I figured you deserved a celebration. 689 00:36:19,511 --> 00:36:21,947 Uh, we were kind of in the middle of getting set up here. 690 00:36:21,980 --> 00:36:25,384 I'm sorry, didn't mean to interrupt. 691 00:36:25,417 --> 00:36:27,619 Hey, uh, you want me to pop this open man? 692 00:36:27,653 --> 00:36:29,288 we, I got some glasses in the kitchen, 693 00:36:29,321 --> 00:36:30,622 Ange, could you go get some cups from the kitchen? 694 00:36:30,656 --> 00:36:32,123 No, no, you guys enjoy that. 695 00:36:32,157 --> 00:36:34,960 Just wanted to stop by and wish you well. 696 00:36:34,993 --> 00:36:37,796 Wow. [He Chuckles] 697 00:36:37,829 --> 00:36:40,098 Seems like this was just yesterday. 698 00:36:40,131 --> 00:36:44,135 You and Paige were so happy on this day. 699 00:36:44,169 --> 00:36:47,606 Yeah, we were. 700 00:36:47,639 --> 00:36:51,009 -She looked so beautiful in her wedding dress. -Yes. 701 00:36:51,543 --> 00:36:53,979 Prettiest girl in Cyprus. 702 00:36:54,012 --> 00:36:56,348 Levi, didn't Christie's wedding dress 703 00:36:56,382 --> 00:36:59,217 have a similar cut in design? 704 00:37:00,185 --> 00:37:01,487 Yo Bari, I'ma head out man, 705 00:37:01,520 --> 00:37:03,422 I'm headed to the airport, going to see Savannah. 706 00:37:03,455 --> 00:37:05,156 Um, bu yeah, 707 00:37:05,190 --> 00:37:06,825 congrats again man, you deserve this. 708 00:37:06,858 --> 00:37:08,594 Thanks man, and thanks for this. 709 00:37:08,627 --> 00:37:10,161 And tell 'Vannah I say hey. 710 00:37:10,195 --> 00:37:12,264 -Sure. -Safe travels, Levi. 711 00:37:12,298 --> 00:37:15,267 And hopefully I get some good press. 712 00:37:15,301 --> 00:37:18,136 [Jabari Chuckles] Nah, you gotta earn it, man. 713 00:37:18,169 --> 00:37:21,106 Look, I got some big plans for this station, and 714 00:37:21,139 --> 00:37:23,008 honestly, I can't wait to get started. 715 00:37:23,041 --> 00:37:26,011 With you going full speed ahead with WQCL, 716 00:37:26,044 --> 00:37:29,014 are you ready to do that deal we talked about? 717 00:37:31,517 --> 00:37:33,018 Yeah, yeah I'm ready, let's do it. 718 00:37:33,051 --> 00:37:34,520 -That's what I like to hear. -Alright. 719 00:37:34,553 --> 00:37:36,988 -Talk to you soon. -Alright cuz, be safe! 720 00:37:37,022 --> 00:37:39,925 Hey. 721 00:38:07,185 --> 00:38:09,988 [Man] What's up old head? 722 00:38:10,021 --> 00:38:13,124 Mr. Thompson sends his regards. 723 00:38:30,208 --> 00:38:31,743 Hey. 724 00:38:31,777 --> 00:38:34,746 Thank you for coming back. 725 00:38:34,780 --> 00:38:37,716 You gonna sit down? 726 00:38:39,618 --> 00:38:41,219 Okay uh, 727 00:38:41,252 --> 00:38:43,188 hopefully you've calmed down a little bit, 728 00:38:43,221 --> 00:38:44,890 so you can hear my side of the story. [Tamara Scoffs] 729 00:38:44,923 --> 00:38:47,292 I'm not interested in hearing more lies. 730 00:38:47,325 --> 00:38:50,061 I didn't lie. I, I just... 731 00:38:50,095 --> 00:38:52,998 withheld some facts. 732 00:38:55,401 --> 00:38:57,803 Do you hear yourself? 733 00:38:59,571 --> 00:39:02,040 When I was at my lowest, 734 00:39:02,073 --> 00:39:05,243 you refused to believe me. 735 00:39:05,276 --> 00:39:07,779 I just don't have any reason to believe anything you have to say. 736 00:39:07,813 --> 00:39:10,982 -Okay Tam, listen, I'm fighting for my life here.-Oh, save it. 737 00:39:11,016 --> 00:39:14,386 I only came here to tell you I'm petitioning for full custody of Austin. 738 00:39:14,420 --> 00:39:17,756 -You can't do that! -Oh, I can. 739 00:39:17,789 --> 00:39:20,759 And you can't raise a son in prison. 740 00:39:20,792 --> 00:39:23,695 Tam, just hear me out. 741 00:39:27,265 --> 00:39:29,501 [Door Slams] 742 00:39:31,803 --> 00:39:33,972 [Doorbell Rings] 743 00:39:36,107 --> 00:39:38,176 Leona, you left your door open. 744 00:39:46,518 --> 00:39:48,353 Leona, where the hell are you goin'? 745 00:39:48,386 --> 00:39:50,522 What do you want, Rex? 746 00:39:50,556 --> 00:39:52,157 I want to know everything I can about 747 00:39:52,190 --> 00:39:55,160 Ella's new daddy, that's what I want. 748 00:39:56,862 --> 00:39:59,498 Besides him being crazy? 749 00:39:59,531 --> 00:40:02,501 -We all crazy Leona. -Look... 750 00:40:03,301 --> 00:40:06,037 what Victor can't control, 751 00:40:06,071 --> 00:40:08,106 he will destroy. 752 00:40:08,139 --> 00:40:10,141 He sound a lot like you. 753 00:40:10,175 --> 00:40:13,712 So what? You having night caps with him, too? 754 00:40:14,345 --> 00:40:17,182 I thought I was special. 755 00:40:17,215 --> 00:40:18,383 What'd he do? 756 00:40:18,416 --> 00:40:20,686 He abandon your old ass for a new model, huh? 757 00:40:20,719 --> 00:40:22,287 Ah! 758 00:40:22,320 --> 00:40:25,123 You want to dance with evil, that is fine! 759 00:40:25,156 --> 00:40:28,059 but you keep him away from Ella! 760 00:40:28,727 --> 00:40:31,563 I got to get out of town before 761 00:40:31,597 --> 00:40:34,399 I cross paths with that bastard. 762 00:40:34,432 --> 00:40:36,835 And don't you even think about trying to stop me. 763 00:40:36,868 --> 00:40:38,870 No, you gonna tell me what I need to know. 764 00:40:38,904 --> 00:40:42,340 -My warning is enough, fool! -It is not enough! 765 00:40:42,373 --> 00:40:45,343 [Tense Music] Now you know me, 766 00:40:45,376 --> 00:40:48,346 I'm not afraid of evil. 767 00:40:48,379 --> 00:40:50,315 But you not leaving here 768 00:40:50,348 --> 00:40:52,918 until you tell me what I'm up against, you understand? 769 00:40:52,951 --> 00:40:55,921 -Get out of my way. -Nah. 770 00:40:55,954 --> 00:40:58,223 No. 771 00:40:59,390 --> 00:41:02,127 I said get out of my way. 772 00:41:04,696 --> 00:41:06,732 -You done lost your damn mind. -No. 773 00:41:06,765 --> 00:41:09,601 But you about to lose a limb if you don't move. 774 00:41:09,635 --> 00:41:13,605 Now if you want to find out information about Victor Thompson, 775 00:41:13,639 --> 00:41:16,241 get it yourself! 776 00:41:16,274 --> 00:41:19,244 Now move! 777 00:41:19,277 --> 00:41:22,213 [Tense Music] 778 00:41:23,448 --> 00:41:25,283 Crazy bitch. 779 00:41:25,316 --> 00:41:28,286 You crazier than I thought you were. 780 00:41:29,788 --> 00:41:32,423 So you just gon' leave, just like that? 781 00:41:32,457 --> 00:41:34,425 And not be here to protect Ella? 782 00:41:34,459 --> 00:41:38,063 I have protected her her whole life. 783 00:41:38,096 --> 00:41:41,466 I just pray she realizes it before it's too late. 784 00:41:43,902 --> 00:41:47,272 [Somber Music] 785 00:41:51,476 --> 00:41:53,411 Lord have mercy. 786 00:41:53,444 --> 00:41:56,281 How did Jabari get WQCL? 787 00:41:56,314 --> 00:41:58,483 Eh, it doesn't matter. I told you, 788 00:41:58,516 --> 00:42:00,218 don't worry about the media. 789 00:42:00,251 --> 00:42:01,987 I have no choice but to worry about it now that 790 00:42:02,020 --> 00:42:05,290 Jabari owns the biggest media outlet in Cyprus. 791 00:42:05,323 --> 00:42:06,758 He is going to be 792 00:42:06,792 --> 00:42:09,761 so relentless. 793 00:42:09,795 --> 00:42:12,764 I think, you know, there's just too much going on right now. 794 00:42:12,798 --> 00:42:16,301 I think I need to take a step back from everything. 795 00:42:16,334 --> 00:42:18,336 Including you. 796 00:42:18,369 --> 00:42:20,271 Really? 797 00:42:20,305 --> 00:42:23,474 Is that what you want? [Ella Sighs] 798 00:42:23,508 --> 00:42:26,011 I don't know what I want. 799 00:42:26,044 --> 00:42:28,513 I mean, I don't know what I believe. 800 00:42:28,546 --> 00:42:32,083 And that's part of the problem. 801 00:42:32,117 --> 00:42:33,852 But I do know that I want to continue to 802 00:42:33,885 --> 00:42:36,822 govern my city without all of this drama. 803 00:42:36,855 --> 00:42:41,660 Well I, I think you've outgrown your role as mayor. 804 00:42:41,693 --> 00:42:43,428 I beg your pardon? 805 00:42:43,461 --> 00:42:45,631 You're above that position. 806 00:42:45,664 --> 00:42:47,699 You have too much to offer. 807 00:42:47,733 --> 00:42:50,836 Well if you thinkin' about the senate seat, 808 00:42:50,869 --> 00:42:52,337 that is definitely off the table. 809 00:42:52,370 --> 00:42:56,608 Well I know a better use of your talents. 810 00:42:56,642 --> 00:43:00,478 I want to see you transition to the private sector. 811 00:43:00,879 --> 00:43:03,782 The private sector? How? 812 00:43:03,815 --> 00:43:05,984 Come work with me. 813 00:43:06,017 --> 00:43:09,354 As the CEO of UpSurge. 814 00:43:09,387 --> 00:43:12,357 [Dramatic Chord] 815 00:43:12,390 --> 00:43:15,193 [Chuckling] Now you, you talkin' crazy now, there's 816 00:43:15,226 --> 00:43:17,729 cameras all around here. [Both Laughing] 817 00:43:18,063 --> 00:43:20,732 That's cute, but let me open this up for you. 818 00:43:22,067 --> 00:43:24,402 [She Screams] 819 00:43:24,435 --> 00:43:26,604 [Tense Music Building]