DANI: We are the only two people who know about this.
So if Andre somehow finds out, I'll know it's you.
Not another word.
'Cause I've hurt you enough,
and I won't do it again.
My wife is good with me, all right? Stop worrying about it.
I mean, she's already had one marriage wrecked by infidelity.
Be a shame for it to happen again.
I'm not going anywhere
until you get to the other side of this.
Watching you fight so hard for somebody you care
so deeply about, it makes me so damn proud of you.
-Are you a match? -Yes.
Have you made a decision about what you're gonna do?
I will donate a portion of my liver
to save Eva's life.
I'm doing this
because I love you, Dad.
Okay?
("Never Gonna Stand Alone" by Patrick Tallerico playing)
♪ It's been a long, long crooked road ♪
♪ Walking uphill in the rain ♪
♪ Always remember ♪
♪ Every day of pleasure ♪
♪ Is bought with an equal dose of pain ♪
♪ We're so much stronger ♪
♪ With each other ♪
♪ Better than we've ever known ♪
♪ So long as we hold ♪
♪ That silver lining ♪
♪ We're never gonna stand alone ♪
Hey.
♪ Never... ♪
What can I get you?
♪ Alone ♪
♪ We're never gonna stand alone. ♪
-Leslie. -Okay, don't start. All right?
I know you warned me about decorating before, but,
I mean, you know, listen, when my baby gets out of surgery,
she needs to see some-something bright and cheery.
All right? Something to make her spirits, keep 'em lifted up,
instead of all this drab and doom and gloom up in here.
Tell me you didn't steal someone's discharge papers.
Steal? Girl, please.
Ain't nobody reading this mess anyway.
Okay? I mean, look, at least it's doing some good.
Hm? Oh, plus, I bought some magazines
and I got some, uh...
some of those gift cards at the gift shop.
Yeah. You know, to add some color.
You know what, whatever.
So, what, you're not gonna report me?
Not this time.
Um, okay, so, wait, you...
you gave me these scrubs and these shoes
and now you're not gonna report me
for vandalizing hospital property?
Why are you being so nice to me?
Shanice.
Is my Eva dying?
♪ ♪
I shouldn't have left him.
Lord, what was I thinking leaving him alone
at that hospital?
Ma, Izaiah told us to go.
We didn't abandon him. We just gave him space.
Yeah, and he's not alone.
My whole family is camped out there.
They'll have eyes on him.
Your family,
-not his. -Honey,
it's okay. Izaiah promised
to text if he needed us.
I'll lay eyes on him, Darlene.
That way, he won't be the only Hawthorne there.
JACOB: I'll walk you out.
Well, one good thing came out of today.
My heart nearly burst out of my chest watching you
and Izaiah reconnect.
Don't go reading through that, okay,
like it's some kind of breakthrough.
It was one conversation, Darlene.
Well, I'm claiming it as one of many.
All these years of silence and cold shoulders.
But you showed up today.
-Yeah. -You reached out.
My son needed me.
Look at this switch-up.
-Come again? -Last night,
I was the one up tossing and turning.
This morning, you were up before sunrise.
Lot on my mind.
Izaiah.
What happened to his girl.
You want to be there for him.
And we both know that is impossible.
I have to keep my friendship with Izaiah away
from the Hawthornes.
Especially the chief.
Elon and I have a reciprocal arrangement.
The last thing I need is for him to start rethinking it.
Besides,
Izaiah is trying to build something real,
put down roots.
I just don't want him to get caught up in my orbit.
Joey, don't do that.
Don't act like you're poison.
It couldn't be further from the truth.
Especially for Izaiah.
He's too loyal to say it even if it was.
I'd just hate for his reputation to take another hit
because of me.
Speech is good as written.
But don't ad-lib any politician double-talk.
I know how to talk to my people.
You do.
But it's primary day.
Some folk will swear this is a stunt.
It's not. My district, my responsibility.
And that's what you say if anyone tries to twist anything.
You're doing the right thing, baby.
-Thanks, Gran. -Mm-hmm.
(phone chimes)
From the hospital?
Dani.
It'll be a while before we know anything.
I should be there for my sisters.
VERNON: And you will.
Soon as you finish this live stream,
we're headed to Garland.
The three of us.
Thank goodness Victor Newman's speech
didn't get swallowed up by all the tornado coverage.
That's true. And his message seemed to connect
with the people.
But we're still within the margin of error in polling.
There's a real chance I could lose my seat.
You fought for this community.
Today,
they'll show up for you.
Mark my words.
That's your cue.
Hi.
I am Congressman Martin Richardson.
But today,
that title doesn't matter.
Last night's tornado tore through our community.
And some of us walked away unsettled.
And some of us didn't walk away at all.
Yesterday's fundraiser was meant to support my campaign.
But after what we lived through,
politics can't be priority.
So with every dollar that was raised,
it will be redirected to relief efforts.
And anyone in need can use the link in the comments
to apply for funding.
We are also covering free hot meals
in D.C. at Orphey Gene's
to any family that's been impacted by the storm.
This is not about politics.
It's not about primaries.
This is about people.
We've been shaken,
but we are not broken.
We will rebuild.
Together.
Some days I wish my life was like one of those...
old-school black-and-white sitcoms.
A return to simpler times.
Where Deanna's biggest crisis would be
whether she's going steady with the quarterback, not...
whether she approves of her mother's man.
Donnell would swing by just to do laundry,
and you and Izaiah would break bread in public
without police interrogation.
Mm.
And what would you do in this utopia?
Well, I would be vacuuming the house
wearing pearls and heels, of course.
Watching my man in his cardigan,
feet propped up, smoking his pipe.
Oh, please.
You'd last three days before you'd start looking for trouble.
You think I bore that easily?
Absolutely.
I think you'd get restless
and probably start your own motorcycle gang and...
take over some idyllic hamlet and run it with an iron fist.
Okay, well, now, I don't hate your version.
In fact, I think I prefer it.
I need to get going
and check on my friends.
If I get a minute alone with Hawthorne Jr.,
anything you want me to pass along?
Just that I'm thinking about him
and I'm here for whatever he needs.
Consider it done.
Utility closet.
What?
That's where I keep the vacuum cleaner,
in case you ever want to live out that sitcom fantasy.
Especially since my fantasy is me coming home
and you're in pearls, heels,
and nothing else.
Don't start hanging crepe, Leslie.
I have zero knowledge of Eva's condition.
Yeah, like you'd tell me anyway.
Of course I would.
Look, when I am in these scrubs,
I offer excellent patient care and comfort.
That even extends to people I would normally cross the street
to avoid.
Well, I appreciate it.
You're welcome.
And let's also be very clear--
after Eva's on the mend
and you and I run into each other on the outside,
that level of niceness expires with a quickness,
you hear me?
Well, I do love a good fight.
Ooh, girl, but after everything that's happened...
what's happened to my child,
I am turning over a new leaf.
Ha. That's promising.
Uh... my bad.
I-I didn't mean to invade your space.
Uh, you didn't.
Uh, it-it's crowded in the waiting area.
Stay here if you want.
Nah, it's all good.
I'll find my own corner.
Hey, I--
We don't have to talk.
Look, I know I'm not exactly your favorite person,
considering everything between Eva and me.
But maybe just for today,
we can put all that on pause.
The women we love are both in surgery right now.
Fine by me.
Anything to take my mind off this damn waiting.
I know.
It's got to be getting to you.
Both your girls in surgery at the same time.
Yeah, even tougher when you know the risks
for the donor and the recipient.
-And with the extent of Eva's injuries, I don't even know-- -Hey.
Hey.
Each thing as it comes.
Not before.
And whatever comes,
I got you.
We're here.
For whatever's needed.
Any updates?
Not yet.
Hey.
Ted.
Let me guess.
You came by to gloat
about my shouse being chewed up by the tornado.
I just got the call.
I did see the damage this morning,
but that's not why I'm here.
I came because I know what you're feeling.
With my shouse?
With your daughter.
When our children hurt, we hurt.
No matter how grown they get,
there's still a part of us that just wants to scoop them up
and make everything good again.
Hmm. You got that right.
People expect us to be strong,
to have all the answers,
even when we're terrified.
It took my illness
to teach me that I don't have to carry that alone.
Those are nice platitudes, Anita. Really.
But, you know,
unlike you, I don't have a whole Braxton-sized family
sitting out there in the hall waiting for me.
It's just me and my baby girl.
And...
...if she doesn't pull through,
then it's just gonna be me.
You know, everyone in that waiting room
is feeling the same fear that you are.
But we're gaining strength from each other.
You could use some of that, too.
No, you guys don't want me around.
It's not a matter of want.
Shared pain...
tends to bring people together.
Even make them forgive and forget?
I'm not saying that it heals every wound.
But in this moment,
we should be able to sit in space
without taking swipes at each other.
Now...
if you can promise
to behave yourself,
you're welcome to join us.
Where's Nicole?
She had a big meeting at the admin building next door.
She tried to cancel last minute, but I convinced her
that it was a better use of her time and expertise
to be advocating for patients
rather than waiting here with us,
climbing the walls.
Her work here is already done.
She got to spend time
-with Kat before the surgery? -Yeah.
But she said when...
when they were wheeling Kat back,
she just looked so small
and that she wanted to climb up on that gurney
and hold her little hand the whole time.
But she got to say "I love you."
-I'm glad she had that moment with her. -Me too.
I wouldn't want her to have that regret if--
No, say no more.
I understand.
If you'll excuse me, I need to go
and splash some water on my face.
Yeah.
Deanna, I know you're upset with me
and you don't want to talk, but...
...hear me and hear me well.
I love you.
And that will never change.
Not on your worst day or mine.
How are you, sweetheart?
Kat and I have been ChelseaKat since we were kids.
You started calling us that because we were so close.
What if I have to do this alone?
What if I lose my best friend?
You won't.
Your cousin is small but mighty.
She's tough.
She'll be back bossing us all around in no time.
I know it.
Izaiah.
Hey.
You must feel like a Ping-Pong ball,
going back and forth between our families.
Definitely getting my steps in.
My trainer would be so proud.
You got a few more in you?
Why?
There's something I want Eva to have when she wakes up.
TED: Hey.
I'm, uh, keeping my fingers crossed with you
for the primary, son.
-Thanks, Dad. -Mm-hmm.
But I would trade every vote, endorsement and headline
if it meant that both of my sisters
can come out of this unscathed.
They're the ones who need the luck right now.
You okay, V?
Yeah.
Just needed a minute.
Uh...
Though I saw you two being all lovey-dovey.
Did you take my advice and put that twisted tryst
with Bill on lockdown?
I went by his office this morning.
And?
There was nothing to talk about,
because nothing ever happened.
You get my drift?
Cheating scandal averted.
-Andre. -Hey.
How long have you been standing there?
Uh, long enough to hear something
about someone cheating.
-So, uh, what were you-- -I was telling Dani about
this little old lady at Joey's casino.
Caught her counting cards
like she was running Ocean's Eleven, senior edition.
Security had her halfway to Joey's office, but...
I talked them down.
Ah.
So Joey would never know about the cheating.
Exactly. Unless you plan to tell him
there's a 90-something swindler on the loose.
No. My lips are sealed.
Good.
Secrets are sacred.
Do you need to sit?
-Yeah. Sure. -Okay.
Social call or official business?
It's about Jacob.
About how he not only came to me for help
but invaded my home?
It won't happen again.
Well, forgive me if I hang on to my chips.
Your son's been playing Six Degrees of the Impaler.
And for some reason, he thinks I'm part of that chain.
Well, he wasn't the only one, initially.
Look, Jacob is just doing his job.
And, yeah, maybe he got a little overzealous.
A little?
He sent me a message through Vanessa
that he has no plans to stop poking around.
He said that?
You know, I'm starting to think
that if your son enjoys my company that much,
maybe I should just stop fighting him.
Maybe I should just make him part of my crew.
Your live stream looked good.
High praise coming from the social media queen herself.
I posted it on my story,
along with a video reminding the ChelseaFam to vote.
The ones that live in the area, that is.
I'm rooting for you, coz.
Thanks, Chelsea.
It means a lot.
Nerves kick in yet?
Trying not to panic.
Some of the polling places are still closed down
-from the tornado. -Mm.
Some people are still without power, transportation.
And Shonda texted that exit polls are looking rough.
Polls are more often wrong than right.
You ran one hell of a campaign.
And your platform speaks to the people.
I have faith
that the voters will make the right choice.
You should, too.
I'm serious.
Your father and Izaiah actually shared a moment today.
And your brother showing up at your commendation ceremony--
that's a sign if I ever saw one.
I'm not saying you're wrong, Ma.
Just... just give him room.
If you come at Izaiah too hard,
too fast, you could wind up pushing him away.
Mission accomplished.
Thank you, Naomi. For real.
Of course.
I-I know I could've gone myself, but...
You wanted to stay close in case Eva wakes up.
Yeah. I get it.
Besides, after you helped Jacob on our anniversary,
I owed you.
I can't wait until she sees it.
That is, if...
if I still get a chance to show her.
You will.
WOMAN (over P.A.): Dr. Roberts to bed 391.
I don't expect you to take my word as gospel.
But as far as I'm concerned...
...we're all starting a new chapter
right here,
right now.
Kat risked her life for my Eva.
And there are not enough words in the dictionary
to express how grateful I am.
Maybe you can find enough to thank Kat when the time comes.
Kat made this choice on her own.
I hope you remember that.
That's because I have two brilliant, amazing
and independent daughters.
Daughters who now share more than just DNA.
Mm.
This may be the push
Kat and Eva needed.
It's a lot easier to find common ground
when life forces you to lean on each other.
Surgery's done.
I know you've all been waiting for what feels like forever.
Uh, this was a unique situation.
But both patients have consented to sharing
-their medical information, so-- -Doc,
my heart can't take the disclaimers.
Please, will you just tell me-- us--
how is Kat and Eva doing?
Well, the transplant
was a success.
Thank you, God.
Yeah, both patients are stable and doing well.
They're in recovery and being moved
to their own private room as we speak.
SHANICE: Please, just three visitors
at a time.
ARNOLD: Shanice is correct.
Uh, I'll go check on them shortly and then come back
to answer any follow-up questions anyone may have.
Um, nurse will come get you when it's time to go in.
Thank you.
-Thank you. -Thank you, Doctor.
-Thank you. -Oh!
-VERNON: Mm.
Relieved?
That doesn't even scratch the surface.
I feel like somebody put my soul back in my chest.
Yeah, somebody else is relieved, too.
A mutual friend.
He asked me to pass along that he's thinking of you.
And if there is anything you need,
he's there.
DANI: Sissy,
I have the best news ever.
-Oh. Kat is okay. -Yes.
Kat and Eva are fine.
The surgery was a total success.
Okay, I'm on my way.
Oh, Dani, I need you to do something for me.
-Name it. -I don't know which room
Ted plans to visit first.
But after everything we've been through in the last 24 hours,
I think it is cruel to put him in a position to have to choose.
Tell him that I will be there with Kat.
Sometimes you are way too mature.
I don't know how you put his feelings first
at a time like this.
Oh, it isn't easy.
But you know better than most--
dealing with a man you used to love.
See, that's where we differ.
I rarely put Bill's feelings first.
Only mine.
Just promise me that you will not take
your current marriage for granted.
I can't imagine you having to deal with two exes.
ANDRE: Uncle Ted.
I'm so happy for you, man.
I know this whole thing has been nerve-racking.
You ain't never lied.
Ted, I just spoke with Nicole and she wants you to--
Ted, uh, listen,
when they let us in, will you
just come with me to Eva's room, please?
Um...
She wants you to know that you should be with Eva.
She'll be with Kat.
TED: Yeah.
I'll be right there.
Good.
And you, too, Izaiah.
I know that Eva
will want you to see her the second that she wakes up.
MARTIN: Both
of my sisters are safe.
I've been feeling guilty about pressuring Kat.
At first, I thought she needed the encouragement,
But considering she could have died...
...maybe I pushed too hard.
No matter what any of us said,
Kat was gonna make up her own mind.
She always does.
The patients are settled in their rooms.
-You may visit now. -DANI: Thank you.
Uh, hey, Tomas.
Nicole will be here in a minute,
and I think she's gonna need some one-on-one time with Kat.
I understand.
Kat's okay and that's all that matters.
Thank you.
LESLIE: Baby?
We're here.
Mama's right here.
Mm. Mama.
-Okay, don't try to talk. -Mm.
Save your energy.
And-and, look, your daddy's here, too.
And, ta-da,
your boo thang is here.
Look at you, surrounded by all this love.
IZAIAH: You had all of us scared out of our minds.
Your boy was losing it out there.
But... seeing those beautiful eyes looking up at me again...
...I've never been happier in my life.
What happened?
You're in the hospital, babe.
There was a tornado.
It hit the club.
You were trapped under a staircase.
Uh...
Oh.
With Kat.
You were there together.
Your sister saved your life, sweetheart.
Who saved my life?
You saved your sister's life today.
Eva is recovering well.
No ventilator for her.
But until you're awake enough to breathe on your own, you...
...you did so good today.
I couldn't be more proud.
Like your Aunt Dani would say, not feeling
the mushy sentiment, huh?
Well, you can't fool us, Kat.
Everyone in that waiting area-- and you would be thrilled
to know that there are a lot of them--
we all know that, deep down,
underneath that protective barrier,
you would do anything for the people that you love.
Come on, miracle girl.
Open up those eyes and roll them back at me like you always do
when you tell me to stop messing up my hair.
Okay.
Be that way.
You're running this show.
You wake up when you're ready.
Just know,
the sooner you do,
the sooner we can love up on you.
You'll get your turn to see her, lover boy.
Isn't this sort of a "kin before man" situation?
I can see why you would think that with our fam, but,
nah, you're up next the second Aunt Nicole walks out.
I'll give you a pass to skip.
We could go in together.
Cool. Works.
That way, we have time to strategize
how the hell we're gonna handle her
once she's discharged.
Hey, I noticed you canceled your last consultation.
Figured we could talk about getting you back
on the calendar.
Um, I will call your office
and we'll sort it out later.
Just... not here.
I just spoke with Nicole.
She needed a minute while Kat's still resting.
Poor girl's probably so exhausted.
So if she wakes up, just find Nicole.
-You have my word. -Okay.
How is she?
Mm.
Still out from the anesthesia, but all is well.
Thank God. Look, I hate to rush out, but I have a showing.
I'll check in with you and Nicole later. Okay?
-Thanks for coming, Vanessa. -Of course.
And...
for the other thing, too.
Your son's friend got taken out by a monster
who hasn't been caught.
Now he's running on fumes and chasing ghosts out of grief.
I sympathize.
But my patience only goes so far.
He needs to drop this fairy tale that I'm tied to the Impaler.
All right.
From now on, you're off-limits, okay?
He shouldn't be reaching out to you again.
Appreciate it.
Hey, uh, how's your other son doing?
I think you said his name was Izaiah.
Just why you asking about him, huh?
What's the sudden interest?
Vanessa told me that his lady is in critical condition.
Now, I know you think
that I'm incapable of basic human feelings,
but I actually do have a heart.
We were all at the hospital earlier,
as a family, to support him.
He's dealing with it.
Well, if there's anything I can do--
no strings attached--
just say the word.
I'll keep that in mind.
All I ever wanted
was to have my family back
and the table full on Sundays like old times.
If only your middle child lived closer.
That's a task for another day.
Well, since the seat will be empty until Luke moves back,
how about reserving it for Eva?
Look, Ma, I know you got your concerns about her.
And about Leslie. As do I.
I'm not a huge fan of hers either.
Of course you're not. We raised you with sense.
But, still, Izaiah loves Eva.
They're a package deal.
He's already sat me down and told me point-blank
that if I don't accept her,
then I won't be seeing him as much.
And I can't stomach that.
Not after just getting him back.
Then maybe you'll give her a chance.
-I'll try. -(phone chimes)
Update from Naomi.
"Surgery's over.
"No complications.
-Eva's awake." -Oh!
Thank you, Lord.
Whew.
TED: In the end, Kat was the only match,
and she donated a portion of her liver.
Like, willingly?
I said the same thing, baby girl.
Uh, we can unpack all that later.
But right now, there's-there's something I want to give you.
I, uh...
I thought it might match the hospital gown, you feel me?
Keep it fashion-forward.
Uh, Shanice told me you're not allowed
to wear jewelry right now.
Her and those stupid hospital rules.
Even if it can't be on your wrist,
it still belongs to you.
You remember I-I told you this bracelet symbolizes our bond.
So I wanted you to have it.
Even if it's just to hold.
You go through surgery,
donate an organ, and somehow you're
still the most beautiful woman I've ever seen.
I just came from Eva's room.
I wanted to check on Kat.
Uh, you can take my place.
I'll come back later.
Thank you, Chelsea.
How's Eva?
Uh, she's awake.
Responsive.
Then shouldn't Kat be, too?
I-I'm not trying to freak out,
but she's been out of it for a minute.
Yeah, every-everybody responds to anesthesia differently.
Kat's body's just taking the rest it needs.
It doesn't mean anything is wrong.
That's my cue. You and Nicole should have
this time alone with your daughter.
-TED: Okay. -She's all yours.
Shonda, Granddad and I are here.
-Primary results? -This is it.
All right.
I'm ready.
Look at this. Y'all having a party without me?
Well, we left your spot warm.
EVA: Kat?
She's still out.
That girl loves her beauty sleep.
I don't know if I could do it.
Give up a piece of my body for someone I can't stand.
It's like you said earlier,
when Kat loves, she does it with her whole body,
with every bone.
I think that runs in the family.
Hey, you okay?
-I was gonna dip, but, uh, I could stay. -Oh, that's right.
You have that shoot.
Yeah.
And I can't reschedule.
But... may-maybe I can get a friend to fill in for me
-if you need me to be here. -Go.
We've got it covered.
But take it easy, okay?
-Yeah. Yeah. -Okay.
Mm. I'll text you later.
-Hey, Uncle Ted. -Hey.
Hey. Um...
tell Nicole to take it easy,
to take care.
And give Kat a hug for me when she wakes up.
Okay.
I am so grateful this part is behind us.
-Mm. -To think,
we could have been here mourning Eva
if Kat hadn't stepped in.
-Mm-mmm. -(monitor beeping rapidly)
It's her heart rate. It's elevated.
Excuse me. Excuse me.
You two need to step out. We have to work.
Go.
Ted.
She's gonna be all right.
She has to be.
Hey, guys.
We're still in the hospital,
so let's be cool, but...
with 90% of the votes in,
look like I won the primary.
-Congratulations, Congressman. -All right. -Amazing!
Our grandson's work paid off.
-Mm-hmm. -Yours, too.
Oh, it was a group effort.
But we can't take our foot off the gas just yet.
The general election is just a few months away.
Still, tonight, we have so much to celebrate.
-Yeah. -Hang on.
My phone is having a meltdown.
Yeah, I wasn't sure about Richardson at first.
You know, politicians-- they-they talk a good game.
But he showed up when it mattered,
put his money where his mouth was, and,
yeah, he got my vote.
Granddad, you have to see this.
Do you think the nurse was headed to Kat's room?
Oh, Mom, Mom, uh, uh, did you see what happened?
-Is something wrong with Kat? -I'm not totally sure.
The alarm started going off and doctors rushed in.
Was she awake yet?
-There's something with Kat. -What's going on?
The doctors had to rush in for Kat.
-Oh, my God. -I need to tell Dad.
No. Ted's with Nicole already.
I don't understand. She was fine.
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