Advice to Love By (2021) Movie Script

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I believe the search for
love is a scientific endeavor,
and as a society we've never
had more data to process
about ourselves and each other.
And when we truly understand
this data
it allows us to make calculated
and informed decisions
as we identify
romantic partners.
It sounds like you're saying
you've hacked romance.
Well...
I mean, if there's a way
to eliminate
some of the wasted time and
energy that goes into dating,
wouldn't we all want that?
Okay Kendall.
Your best-selling books
Dating and Mating in the Modern
Age and Swipe Left:
From Data to Dating.
These focus on your science
of love philosophy.
Using the mind to help
the heart.
Right. But neither of the books
mentions your own love life.
I'm curious.
If my own methods have worked
for me?
Let's just say I'm still
kissing frogs,
just fewer of them.
Okay.
Let's get some questions
from the audience.
Mitchell wants to know
how to get rid of nerves
before you go on a date.
Ah, okay.
So the physical symptoms
for nervousness,
the dry mouth, sweaty palms,
accelerated heart rate.
Those are actually the same
as the physical symptoms
for excitement.
So my advice is don't get rid
of the nerves.
Embrace them and reframe them.
Next question we have is
from Jill.
"After a breakup how do I know
I'm ready to date again?"
Ah, that's easy.
Use facts instead of feelings.
How do you know if you're ready
to date?
By going on a date.
Actually that gives me an idea.
Where's Jill?
Okay great. Hi.
And where is Mitchell?
Okay great.
I am sending you two on a date.
Yeah. My treat.
Go on a walk, grab a coffee,
have a meal.
Mitchell, embrace your nerves.
And Jill, see if you enjoy
being out with someone new.
This is kind of awkward.
It absolutely is.
But being embarrassed
on live TV together
will at least give you guys
something to talk about, right?
Okay.
Okay, great.
So it sounds like Jill's in.
Mitchell, are you?
Sure.
Awesome.
Have fun.
That was definitely a first.
Okay. One last question
from the audience.
This is from Sheila.
Okay.
She wants to know what you think
about romance experts.
Mmhmm.
Like Doctor Lovestruck from
Pacific Sounder Magazine
who insists real love is
all about fate and feelings.
Well, Doctor Lovestruck writes
an interesting love column
to be sure.
But that should not be confused
with real science.
I'd like to thank Kendall Turner
for joining us today.
- Thank you.
- Thank you. Thank you.
- Be right back after these messages.
- Thank you.
Did you hear that?
Mocked Doctor Lovestruck on TV.
He inspires people
to fall in love.
What is so wrong with that?
Right?
He spreads hope
that at any moment
two people would meet and bam,
fall in love.
He provides a real
community service.
Exactly.
I mean, the science of love?
What does that even mean?
Who knows?
You know, I should contact
this Kendall Turner
and ask her some questions.
After all I am a journalist.
Moonlighting as an anonymous
romance advice columnist.
Come on, man.
Doctor Lovestruck is Superman.
I'm, I'm just Clark Kent.
Oh sure. If Superman
was a romantic.
Superman is totally a romantic.
He flies Lois Lane
all over Metropolis.
That dude knows
how to plan a date.
Plus that hair.
You know, the only reason
I volunteered for this gig
was to show Perkins
I'm a team player.
I mean, do I wish that
I had more time to,
to pursue projects and stories
that I'm passionate about?
Of course I do.
But before you know it
I'll be features editor
and someone else will have
to cover Doctor Lovestruck.
Well, good luck finding someone.
It certainly cannot be me.
I think it's probably better
for the people of Seattle
if I just stick
with art direction.
I do not have anywhere near
your level of romance.
Speaking of which...
Oh, speaking of which.
Did you do what I suggested?
I booked a cabin
at Mount Rainier.
Ah, my guy, my guy.
And?
And, and we're going up there
this weekend.
And?
There should be more?
It's your wedding anniversary.
Give her memories that she'll
tell her grandkids about.
I got it.
A trail of roses that leads
to a candlelit dinner for two,
with twinkly lights
where someone is playing
the acoustic guitar
and they're playing
the first song
that you guys danced to
at your wedding.
I don't play the guitar.
I know you don't.
You find someone who does.
To drive out to
a lakeside cabin?
It's about the grand gesture.
Just trust me, it'll work.
- Okay.
- Okay?
All right.
Thanks man.
- You got it.
- I got it.
You got it. You got it.
Oh uh, one question.
The, the rose petals.
Do I do those or do I hire
someone for that too?
I'll do it.
You know you do it.
Thanks buddy.
He doesn't have it.
Yeah, I mean
it's just so much fun
every time I go on that show.
The best.
I mean, matching two people
on a blind date live on camera
was a stroke of brilliance.
Oh, I mean who knows
if they'll actually hit it off
on their date,
but at least they'll get
some practice.
I mean half the battle
is getting the date.
It is trending on social media
which means free publicity
and the Emerald City Book Gala
just reached out and they want
you for the opening night.
- Hey!
- Okay me next.
Is there anyone in here
you can set me up with?
It does not work like that.
Well, I wish it did.
If only you could be
my fairy godmother.
Ella, you do not need a fairy.
You just need to use
your beautiful wonderful
spectacular mind.
I know.
Think my way to finding
a perfect partner.
I read your books.
Exactly.
Speaking of which.
Mm.
- Nothing?
- I'm working on it.
Publish or perish my dear.
You know my work takes time.
I do. I do.
And as your devoted editor
I get it.
Your thorough research is what
makes your work so unique.
And you're a big seller so
publishers won't forget you.
But...
But just don't take too long?
- Correct.
- Got it.
Don't worry, you will figure
something out
and it will be
your best book yet.
- Okay?
- Okay.
Can you believe this
Doctor Lovestruck?
"Be the hero of your
own love story
"with a grand gesture
of affection.
"Stop traffic.
"Hire a skywriter."
"Be bold and you will
be rewarded."
Can you believe that?
Sounds romantic to me.
Of course it's romantic.
But skywriting is, is just hot
air that fades into nothing.
It's literally the epitome
of not making a commitment.
It's all smoke and mirrors,
just without the mirrors.
So you want me to agree
with you?
Yes. Mmhmm.
Well I'm not, but you are
the expert.
I am.
And I meant to tell you I'm
bringing Tyler to your reading.
You think after driving around
in an ambulance all day
saving lives
he wants to come and listen
to your big sis
talk about romance for an hour?
If he knows what's good for him
he will.
Oh. Okay.
Seems like you guys are getting
kind of serious.
- Will you do me a favor?
- What?
- When you meet him.
- Mmhmm.
Will you just be my sister
and not romance expert
Kendall Turner?
Kendall?
Okay. I will be off the clock...
for you.
Cheers.
The magazine is sponsoring
the Emerald City Festival
of Books this year
and we're doing
our usual coverage
but I thought it would be nice
to spotlight some
local participants.
Speaking of which I have
your next assignment.
It's an author profile.
Kendall Turner.
The Science of Love lady.
Ah-ha.
You know her?
Yeah, I saw her interview the
other day on The Morning Show.
It's too bad I can't do it
at Doctor Lovestruck,
one romance advice writer
to another.
Well, that's why I thought
you'd be perfect for this.
Now, as you know your
confidentiality agreement
means that you can't tell her
or anyone
that you're Doctor Lovestruck.
But I'm confident you'll bring
a unique perspective to this.
2500 words for the next issue.
You got it.
Oh and Hart,
Your profiles often make
the cover
and that's what I'm looking for.
Keep up the great work.
Can do.
Oh, almost forgot.
This crowd is incredible.
Thank you for pulling
it together.
Oh, anything for
my favorite author.
I'm going to look in the back,
see if I can find
some more chairs.
Great.
Sorry I'm late.
Great turnout.
I know, right?
Uh, who was that guy you were
talking to just now?
Oh Grant? He's
the store owner.
- That's Grant?
- Mmhmm.
I talked to him on the phone but
I've never seen him in person.
He's cute.
Is he single?
I don't know.
Well maybe you should find out.
We did coffee once.
The good news, we talked about
books for two hours.
The bad news, that's about
all we had in common.
- Idea.
- Mmhmm?
The perfect PR moment.
Author and bookstore owner
reconnect and start dating.
It's like a rom-com.
And just as fictional.
Grant is a great guy
but we are just friends.
Our happily ever after
is purely platonic.
Hmm. Such a shame.
He has such a nice smile.
Yeah.
Ah, hello everyone.
Thank you for joining us for an
event that's all about romance.
You know how to find it
and how to keep it.
I know I could certainly use
a few tips.
So without further ado
please welcome
best-selling author and love
expert, Kendall Turner.
Thank you.
Thank you for having me.
Ultimately falling
in love is a choice.
And being in a healthy
relationship
means actively making that
choice to love every single day.
It may not sound romantic
but it is.
Making a conscious decision
every day to love that person.
What's more romantic than that?
- Sounds romantic to me.
- Thanks.
Everyone, we're going to be
setting up for the book signing.
So if you'd like to stick around for
that, it will be in just a few moments.
Thank you so much
for staying around
to sign books.
Of course.
It was really nice to meet you,
Tyler.
Thank you, Kendall.
I hope you enjoy it.
This was great Kendall,
congratulations.
Thank you.
Meet you at your place tomorrow?
Sounds great.
See you tomorrow.
Bye.
- Hi.
- Hello.
Who should I make it out to?
Larry please.
Okay Larry.
Well, I hope that you enjoy it.
Uh no, Larry's my best
friend actually.
I'm Nathan.
And I already read your book.
Oh!
And what did you think?
It's... entertaining.
Entertaining?
Really made me curious
about your personal experience
with love.
Oh.
Well...
You are not the first person
to ask me that.
You're not even the first person
to ask me that this week.
Well, I bet you got
some great stories.
I hate to burst your bubble
but I use a standard
statistical approach.
I talk to a large sample,
I gather the data,
I try to leave my subjective
views out of it
and let the information
speak for itself.
- Oh.
- Mmhmm.
Okay.
Well, your research
is impressive.
Thank you.
But most writers write
from their own point of view,
and you have to get that
from somewhere.
So I am curious about yours.
Nathan Hart?
We met at the press club
last year.
You were moderating the Q&A
with Rebecca Solnit.
Yeah.
I'm Ella Karlin,
Kendall's editor.
Nice to meet you again.
Yeah.
Um, Nathan is a reporter for
the Pacific Sounder Magazine.
Oh. He didn't mention that.
Well, I know I didn't,
I didn't mention it yet.
But my magazine wants to do
a profile on you.
Here's my info.
Maybe we can set up a time
to get together
in the next few days
for an interview.
Oh great.
That's funny, I feel like
the interview's already started.
A little bit.
We will be in touch.
Well, I hope that Larry
finds this helpful.
And entertaining.
Okay.
I'm sure he will.
Well, I'd say that was
a roaring success.
We've almost sold out
of your book.
Well, you put on such
a great event,
how could we not?
I'm Ella.
I'm Kendall's editor.
- Uh, hi.
- Hi.
- Kendall, always a pleasure.
- Oh, yeah.
We'll do it again soon,
maybe next week.
Uh, no that doesn't make sense.
I'll, I'll call you.
Or text.
Or email.
Okay.
Bye.
Bye.
Bye.
Can you believe that guy?
He's not so bad.
Oh, oh Nathan.
Oh, don't worry about him.
It's a puff piece.
You've done a million of them.
But he called me entertaining.
That's a bad thing?
I mean it's a bit condescending,
don't you think?
Do not let him press
your buttons.
It's one interview, you never
have to see him again.
You did so great today.
- Thank you.
- Yeah.
Let's get out of here.
Come on.
Okay.
- Here's your latte.
- Oh.
Almond milk, extra foam.
Should I be worried that
you know my coffee order?
Come on. You're
not the only one
who does their research.
Oh. Thank you.
You're welcome.
Sorry to interrupt.
Thank you for the coffee.
She told you.
- Made our day.
- Ah, there you go.
Your husband is
a real gentleman.
Oh, he's not my...
We'll do the same thing one day.
It's amazing what a little
kindness can do.
That's nice.
My dad used to do that
when I was a kid.
Hmm.
He'd pick up the tab for
complete strangers you know?
I mean Cara wasn't supposed
to tell them
it was from me, but...
Cara?
The barista.
Her and I we have this thing,
right?
Oh.
So I come here so much I just
kind of look at her
and I give her like a little...
Yeah.
You have that...
you have that rapport.
Got it.
Now you making fun of me.
Yes, I'm embarrassed.
Okay, I'll quit.
Mm, don't be.
You're very clever.
Very theatrical.
Oh. Theatrical.
What does that mean?
Your shtick.
Impress your interview subject.
Charm them even with an
"I'm just your friendly neighborhood
coffee buying journalist" approach.
It's an effective way
to establish
the way you would like me
to see you.
All right, so how do I want you
to see me?
Generous and thoughtful
and therefore trustworthy.
Are you cynical much?
No, I am just skeptical
about someone
who sees what I do
as entertainment.
You matched two people
on live TV.
So you're telling me
that's not entertainment?
I spontaneously saw
an opportunity
for two people to open the door
to romance. Okay?
Statistically most dates
don't lead to a relationship
so if all that comes out of it
is just
courage or confidence in taking
a risk then that's a win.
It comes down to internal
compatibility
which can exist
even if on the surface
it looks like it doesn't.
Okay.
I'll buy it.
Ella, I know what
the next book is.
I decided I'm going to be
the focus of my own research,
collecting and recording
emotional data
directly from the source.
Testing theories, putting myself
in the middle of it all.
Okay. Interesting.
But I'm still not quite clear
on your angle.
The angle is me.
My next book will be an account
of my own personal
dating experiences.
Think about it.
I've never written
about myself before
so I am putting myself out there
and I'm giving my readers
something totally fresh
and new and exciting
and what are you thinking?
It's about time.
Ah, see you like it?
I love it.
Amazing.
Are you kidding?
I can already see
the promotional tagline,
"Science of Love author
experiments on self."
Mmhmm.
Where'd you get the idea?
Well...
Oh, my gosh.
You met someone.
I did, I did.
And I think he could be
totally wrong for me.
But that's okay.
Wait, I don't get it.
This guy is a blank slate.
So I can try various methods
to test our compatibility
without any expectations.
It's perfect.
So he could be the wrong guy
or the right guy.
Right. I mean, that's the point,
I have no idea.
Do you see the potential?
I don't know but I love
seeing you this excited.
Both professionally
and personally.
I mean you know me Ella. I love
a new research project.
Yes, you do.
I'm so glad you like it.
I love it.
- Breakthrough.
- A breakthrough.
Hey. Save some
for the rest of us.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
I need my caffeine now.
All right, all right.
I gotcha, I gotcha.
There you go.
Tell me when.
Keep it coming.
- Tell me when.
- That's great.
All right.
Hey. How was the whole
anniversary thing?
Oh yeah, it was good.
Pretty good.
Decent.
All right.
What happened?
Well, she was super surprised
by the rose petals
and the dinner by the lake.
I told you.
Grand gesture, it's a thing.
Yeah. Yeah.
Until Anita had an allergy
attack from the flower petals.
Oh.
Then it rained.
Dinner got soaked.
So we had pizza.
Yeah, you can't account
for mother nature.
You should have seen her.
Her face was like...
Even she said she looked like
Rocky after a fight.
Hmm.
But you know, a dose
of Benadryl,
a little snuggle by the fire.
Turns out it wasn't such
a disaster.
It turned into
the most memorable
and hilariously bad but great
anniversary of all time.
You see?
Now that doesn't surprise me
that something unexpected
turned into something romantic.
Uh-huh? Uh-huh?
Oh, I didn't even tell you.
I interviewed Kendall Turner
for the profile.
Oh yeah.
And it's incredible
how seriously she takes
this science of love thing.
I mean I have never seen
someone so serious about love.
It must be for a reason.
Are you always this curious
about your interview subjects?
I'm just saying man.
Like there's a story there,
okay?
That's all you're saying.
I'm sure that's not all
that was there.
Don't you have work to do?
Hey man, I make my own schedule.
- You do roll in, roll out.
- Yeah.
I'll give you that.
Joy!
I've been knocking
for a solid minute.
I'm sorry.
I have been busy having
a breakthrough.
Oh, I think I can actually see
smoke coming out of your ears.
This is a hypothesis for how to
tell through a series of dates
and certain activities if
I'm with the right person.
Rather, the best match for
a long healthy relationship.
I have designed an interactive
compatibility test.
So more science of love.
Better science of love.
Check it. There are four steps.
Signal interest,
connect meaningfully,
demonstrate worth, and most
importantly establish trust.
So basically dating?
No, it is entirely different.
I am trying to see if I can
track the building blocks
of a relationship
as it comes together
or where it falls apart.
Hmm. Sounds like a party.
If I'm not willing to test
my own boundaries
then how can I expect
other people to?
- Well I'm impressed Einstein.
- Thank you.
But it's time for
your dinner break.
Okay.
- Okay, one last...
- No, no.
Okay.
So I'm standing in my waders,
you know, hip deep in water.
And I look up and
all I see is Joy
jumping up and down,
waving one arm,
and holding the fish,
pulling the other.
Okay, I was trying to yell
but the river was too loud.
So I eventually get over
and she had caught a fish
but she couldn't get it
off the hook.
So she was keeping it underwater
but it was pulling her
into the river.
We were in a national park
so all the fish are
catch and release.
But the, the truth is
I wasn't actually
trying to catch anything.
I was only pretending to fish
so I could spend the day
out there with Tyler.
Aww.
I can't believe
you went fishing.
I mean that's so unexpected.
- I know right?
- I have to say she's a natural.
Okay.
So Tyler, every day is life and
death for you as a paramedic.
You love the Mariners
and the Seahawks and fishing,
apparently.
But what are your thoughts
on art?
Oh.
I, I have no artistic
aptitude whatsoever.
But I know what Joy makes
is beautiful.
I knew she was special
from the first moment I saw her.
Just two hungry souls
vying for the last spring roll
at a wedding reception.
You should have seen how fast
she snatched that thing up,
smiling the whole time.
No regrets.
And then I had plum sauce
all over my face
and he handed me a napkin,
and it was love at first sight.
But you guys do know
that there's no such thing
as love at first sight.
My beloved sis,
are you seriously trying to
correct our adorable meet cute?
I'm just saying,
people can be attracted to
each other at first sight.
But it's completely biological.
You always do this.
She always does this.
It's funny because I just read
something like that.
The guy who writes in Pacific
Sounder Magazine.
Oh, don't tell me.
Doctor...
- Doctor Lovestruck.
- Doctor Lovestruck.
He says you can tell within
the first few minutes of a date
if it's a good match.
Signs from your neuroreceptors,
not your heart.
Well...
Wherever the signs came from,
I'm glad I was paying attention.
Aww.
- Goodnight.
- Goodnight sis.
Goodnight!
Hello?
Hey, it's Kendall Turner.
Oh. I'm glad you called.
I have, I have some
follow-up questions.
When you've got a moment
of course.
Saturday.
Lunch in the park.
Whew.
Okay, I'm confused.
Are you dating this woman
or interviewing her?
Oh, it's definitely
an interview.
I'm just not sure
if it's a date too.
Is it a coincidence
that you happen to have
professional hair and makeup
on the same day as your date
with Nathan?
You are the one who said
I needed author photos
for the next book.
Besides, it is not a date.
I thought you asked him out.
Well I did.
- So it is a date.
- It's research. It's work.
Aren't you worried you're
crossing into
an ethical gray area here,
as a journalist I mean.
I mean I had an idea for a
different type of article.
You know, Kendall Turner
is a romance expert
who literally disagrees
with everything
that Doctor Lovestruck says.
You do like him, don't you?
I don't know, but
that's not the point.
It is a chance for me
to test out my theories,
maybe add a little color
to the profile he's writing.
Plus he's going to have
a great time.
I'm taking him to that popup
fair and then lunch at the park.
Interesting.
It's not interesting.
It's science.
I can't tell her that I'm
Doctor Lovestruck now, can I?
I mean other than that
I'm just going to follow
the same advice that I give
in my column.
I mean Perkins loves
my outside the box ideas.
I mean this could break me out.
I can conduct a straightforward
interview, or...
Or I can pit Kendall's advice
against Doctor Lovestruck's.
Aka me.
What if you guys don't click?
Like what if you have a nice
time but you don't hear bells?
Hear bells?
It's what my mom always said.
You know it's love
when you hear bells.
Okay, see that is exactly
the kind of reason I need
to write this book.
The goal of the first date
should be familiarity.
Spend enough time together to
get rid of some of the nerves.
Talk, listen.
It has nothing to do
with "bells".
- You see these?
- Mmhmm.
You can't get these
anywhere else
in the State of Washington
except right here.
- Really?
- Yep.
Huh.
So I'm not just getting
her flowers.
I'm getting her flowers that say
I put forth the effort
and then I thought about her
because when I look at
these flowers I see her.
I'll have these please.
Thank you.
Okay, and the fact
that you are starting
your relationship with a lie?
First of all, she and I are not
in a relationship.
We're just getting lunch,
and she asked me.
Second of all, I won't lie.
I may have to omit some details
but I've never lied to her.
It's like I'm undercover.
How about that?
Okay. But what happens
when the covers come off?
You're such a pessimist.
Come on, man.
I come from a long line
of romantics.
I know what I'm doing.
Thank you.
Give these to your wife.
Ah.
She does not deserve you.
My Dad bought my mom flowers
and still does.
The first of every month.
He says that 10 minute errand
is worth the smile on her face.
He says it's the reason
they stayed together this long.
She has no idea what
she's in for with you.
No, she doesn't.
- Good?
- Great.
Okay.
I know your brand is
all scientific method...
- Uh-huh.
- But keep an open mind.
I always do.
But the data will speak
for itself.
Let's look at the pics.
Hi. I'm Kendall Turner.
I think you have some books
for me to personalize.
It's great to see
you Ms. Turner.
Until I read Swipe Left
I had no idea I'd been doing
online dating all wrong.
Oh, you are so sweet.
Thank you, it's always nice
to meet a fan.
Your books are just in the back.
Give me a second.
Oh great, thanks.
Kendall, I was just thinking
about you.
Oh, I bet you say that
to all the authors.
I was surprised to hear
that there were so many
special orders.
Oh, our customers love books
with a personal message.
And since you're local
and can come on down
and sign them, why not?
Well whatever I can do
to make the readers happy.
You know whenever I see
someone browsing by your books
I tell them I know The Science
of Love author personally.
- Oh.
- And she's brilliant.
Aww. Thanks.
Then they ask if your books
have worked for me.
And I have to say not yet.
Oh.
You know I could actually use
your advice about romance.
Sure.
There's um... someone
who's caught my eye.
Mmhmm.
And we have a professional
relationship
but I'm interested
in something more.
Ah yeah, that can be tricky.
But do you know if she or he
feels the same way?
She, and no I don't, but
I really want to find out.
You mentioned she's a colleague?
She's in publishing, yes.
Do I know her?
- She's beautiful and smart.
- Oh.
And funny.
And...
Did I mention beautiful?
Uh yeah, you did.
I don't want to fall in the same
trap I always fall into,
getting friend-zoned before
I've worked up the nerve
to express myself.
Oh.
What do I do?
What would you do?
Nothing.
Nothing.
No, nothing. Nada. Zip.
Don't do anything.
That way if she's interested
she will come to you.
It will protect your
professional relationship
which I'm sure means
a lot to her.
Maybe you should even play
hard to get?
Look, I don't normally advise
playing games in romance
but in this case
I honestly think
your best option might just be
to ignore her.
- Hmm.
- Yeah.
Do nothing.
Not a single thing.
- No.
- No.
- Okay.
- Yeah.
You're the expert.
I sure am. Yeah.
Ooh, books. Gotta go.
Yeah. Gotta sign. Yeah.
Hi.
Hey.
What's so funny?
Oh hi.
Nothing. Nothing at all.
Aww!
Those are for you.
These are lovely.
Those are a local variety.
There's a woman
that runs a farm.
It's right down the street.
She has these...
Hey, do you, do you know
who writes
the Doctor Lovestruck column?
Uh...
I mean the magazines can't have
that large of a staff.
Right?
I mean I guess they could
freelance it
or outsource it which could help
with privacy.
Mmhmm.
Either way, as much as I hate
to judge people I don't know,
I have to say I think he's doing
your readers a disservice.
Why would you say that?
Well, for instance
in his last column
he said that first dates
should be outrageous
and memorable.
Studies show that first dates
are more efficient
when they take place in
a location or environment
that is casual or encourages
relaxed conversation.
I see.
I'm going to take this one.
I haven't had a Jamaican patty
in years.
Oh.
- You want?
- Yes please.
Two please. Yes.
Apparently, Doctor Lovestruck
thinks
all first dates should be
fireworks and champagne.
I mean...
Mm.
A daytime activity,
ideally something interactive,
creates a space
for clear connection.
Mmhmm.
Now I think I understand
what we are doing here.
- Oh do you?
- I think so.
- This is really good.
- Smells good.
I'll come back for it.
Bells.
Those are more like chimes.
Bells usually have like
a "bing bong, bong bong,
bong bong."
Wait. You hear them too?
Yeah that's, I mean it's noon.
That's Saint James Cathedral.
Oh.
Yeah, duh. Of course.
You all right?
Yeah.
I cannot tell you the last time
I had lunch in the park.
So thank you for the invite.
Well, thank you for saying yes.
What made you get into this?
You know, helping people
find love.
A really bad breakup.
Mm.
Like the heart-wrenching,
stay in bed
eat ice cream for a week,
cry at commercials
kind of breakup.
But then I figured out
the problem.
It wasn't me. It wasn't even
necessarily him.
It was just, it was us.
We didn't work.
And I realized that everyone would
save a lot of time and energy
if there was a way we could
figure that out sooner.
How about you?
Any bad breakup stories
in your past?
Come on, don't we all?
Mm.
- But I was wondering.
- Mmhmm.
Do you think your ex ever bought
a copy of your books?
Oh.
Well, I hope so.
Okay.
I mean it must be hard dating
now, come on,
as a romance expert.
Actually, yeah it is.
I feel like people are either
trying to impress you
or they're really skeptical
of you.
It's hard to find people who
are actually just themselves,
but I try to see through
all the posturing.
- Ah.
- Yeah.
- Gotcha.
- Yeah.
What about the feelings though?
You know, what about the,
the butterflies in your stomach
and the lightheadedness.
Uh-huh.
Come on, there's nothing
like that feeling.
Oh, that's just your vagus nerve
responding to your brain
processing anxiety.
We are actually the ones
who assign that meaning, so.
You know, you can be
a bit serious.
Well, you can be so distracted.
Do you have anything planned
this afternoon?
No, but...
Perfect.
I have an idea we should
just throw ourselves into.
- Ugh.
- Come on.
So any hints about
what we're doing?
Oh no, that wouldn't be
a surprise.
Okay. Well I'm not the biggest
fan of surprises.
Trust me, it'll be good.
- Okay.
- It'll be good.
So... why Seattle?
Why Seattle?
I applied to about 60 magazines
and newspapers all over
the country.
Mmhmm.
Anywhere that would accept me.
Okay.
I was just so passionate
about being a journalist
I would've gone anywhere.
Let me guess.
You are up with the sun
and the first one in the office
every day.
Not every day, but...
Every day.
Pretty much every day.
Yeah, yeah.
Listen, it's not a criticism.
It is just an observation.
I buy it.
Ah!
A judo class?
How did you know
I'm into martial arts?
I didn't.
Oh, you're good.
All right everyone.
Let's start with some stretches.
You're sure you didn't dig
this up in some old interview
or magazine article
or something?
I just thought about it
when we were sitting down
having lunch earlier.
Mmhmm.
I believe that spontaneity
is one of life's greatest
pleasures.
So how is this for a twist
ending to our first date?
Well, this is definitely
a first for me.
I'm not normally
this spontaneous.
But...
But?
Judo camp every summer, buddy.
Obviously.
Try and keep up.
Alright, you got this,
I got this.
I got this.
Right leg first.
Tough.
That's okay.
Let's try it again.
All right.
Time to practice your throws.
Call me over if you need
any help.
Ready?
We'll see.
Ah!
Hey, woah!
What happened?
That was on you.
Ella: Thanks everyone,
and don't forget to send me
your marketing and publicity
suggestions as soon as possible.
Thank you.
Thanks guys.
Bye-bye.
Kendall, I just want to say
I think this could be
your biggest book yet.
Thank you.
I told you they'd love it.
And if the marketing team
is excited
we are already ahead
of the game.
I mean, you're sure it wasn't
too early to bring up this idea?
I only just started my research.
Yes, but it is you
that they're selling.
Your perspective,
your experiences.
Mmhmm.
You're putting yourself
out there in a new way
and that's what makes this
a whole different ballgame.
Plus we can reserve
a publication date.
Valentine's Day next year?
We'll tease it out to the press
during the gala.
I'll get you some
talking points.
Okay great.
What's the matter?
Don't tell me
it's a writing injury.
A judo injury with Nathan.
- Judo?
- Mmhmm.
His idea, but I did dust off
some of my old skills.
Uh, clearly.
Okay, so aside from the bodily
harm how was it?
Okay.
Um, I think he was trying
to impress me,
so that was kind of cute.
Boys and girls get ready
for class,
because it sounds like
we have chemistry.
Okay sure, the chemistry
was there.
But it's only there
because I'm doing all the right
things to create it.
Are you sure about that?
I mean sometimes it just
happens naturally.
Ella!
Are you... are you
seeing someone?
Okay, it is really new
and I'm not talking about it.
Oh, my gosh!
No, I'm not talking about it
because I always do that.
I always talk about it too soon
and then it jinxes everything.
Okay, okay.
Well, you know what?
I think I need to interview you
for my book.
No way.
No. I need to save
all my stories
for the inevitable tell-all
memoir I will write
after I have lived a full
and crazy life
with this new prince charming
that I am not talking
about anymore.
Okay. We're done.
We're done.
We're done talking about it.
So... when are you going
to see Nathan again?
And, I guess, the real question
is are you going to tell him
that he's the subject
for your book?
He is not the subject, I am.
He is just a factor.
Sure would be interesting
if he turned out to be
a bigger factor than you think.
Uh... I mean...
Are you mad at me for making you
fall at judo class?
Because this kind of feels
like punishment.
Not at all, accidents happen.
But it did get me thinking
you can learn a lot about
someone when you share
a perilous situation.
- Perilous?
- Mmhmm.
As in peril, as in "Danger,
Will Robinson" peril?
Yes.
- Well...
- Right.
Suit up.
All right.
You're doing good.
You're doing great.
There you go.
All right.
- You got me?
- I got you.
Come on.
Whew.
All right.
I'm going to just slide on back.
You're a natural.
This is great.
I am relaxed.
I have found my spot.
Come on up.
Hi.
What's up?
- You okay?
- Woah.
Are you, are you going to,
are you going to stay here
or are you going to keep going?
I think I'm going to keep going.
Of course you are.
I think I'm going to keep going.
Wow.
Okay, you got up here so fast.
You.
You know, I'm so glad you
invited me all the way up here.
No seriously how many times
did you do that?
Why does it matter?
Because the whole point
of today was to see
what a challenging environment
brings out in you.
- Ah.
- Mmhmm.
Well, I think the whole point
of today
was for you to embarrass me.
No. That was not the point.
That was not what
I was trying to do.
Okay.
But it doesn't matter
because it looks like
the joke was on me, huh?
- Mmhmm.
- Mmhmm.
Listen.
I really enjoyed myself today.
- Me too.
- Yeah.
I'm enjoying getting
to know you.
Same.
So nice to talk to someone who
doesn't have anything to hide.
So in the spirit of
full disclosure...
Okay, yep.
All right. I am, I am writing
a new book, so.
Okay.
I'm making myself
the subject of my book
and using my own
personal experiences
with dating as research.
It's only fair to tell you since
you're kind of part of that now.
Well, I guess it makes
sense now.
All the notes you've been
taking in your phone.
Oh, that obvious, huh?
Only to a reporter.
Only to a reporter.
So I have a question.
When you write about me
in your book,
are you going to change my name
to protect the innocent?
Of course.
Can I pick the name?
I always want to pick the name.
I want to go like Rocky
or Spike.
- Spike?
- Spike.
Okay.
- We'll see.
- All right.
Have you, have you ever written
about yourself?
Made yourself the subject
of your work?
I think sometimes we have to.
I think we have to mine
our own lives for our work
and use our point of view.
Otherwise what do we have?
- I agree.
- Good.
Yeah.
Well.
I think today gave me some
really good material
but I have so many
more questions for you.
Okay, well listen,
I hope you know that
I'm only going to tell you
about the times I was a hero.
Mmhmm.
I'm not going to tell you
about the time
that I hid in my closet when
a bat flew in my bedroom.
No way!
Joy, these new paintings
are so good.
Are they all going
to the gallery?
Yeah.
I've already got a buyer
for one of them, I think.
Well, that's not surprising.
Clearly whoever this buyer is
has great taste.
You are too kind, sis.
So I'm bringing someone
to your show.
Someone like a date?
You been holding out on me, sis?
Not really.
It's complicated.
Yeah, love always is.
Not in that way.
I'm not really sure
how I feel yet.
You'll figure it out.
You know, when Tyler
and I first met
I went back to one of
your books.
You did?
Even though our relationship
felt strong,
Tyler and I don't make a lot
of sense on paper.
Hmm.
But then I thought sometimes
romance is just unexplainable.
There is such a thing as
a good feeling.
- Pure instinct?
- Yes.
Instincts aren't something
you can really quantify.
Well, you don't have to.
You just have to listen to them
when you're around your man.
Okay, he's not my man.
We'll see.
It's getting somewhere right?
Yeah.
We're devoting
our usual coverage
to the book festival this year.
I'll be emailing you
all your assignments
with who's covering what.
Levi, great layout last year.
Do even better this year.
We go to print right after
the festival
so we're going to have to be
on our toes.
Any questions?
Excellent. Thanks everybody.
Oh, Hart.
Yes sir.
I read a draft of your profile
of Kendall Turner.
Smart move integrating
the Doctor Lovestruck angle.
Thank you, thank you.
Have it fact checked.
Make your final edits by Friday.
Should I maybe give her
a heads up,
just so she's not surprised
when the article comes out?
It's up to you.
When it comes to your subjects,
I'm sure you know best.
Hey, did he talk to you about
the features editor gig yet?
No. Why?
Katherine, she put in her notice
earlier this week.
- Really?
- Yeah.
Look at you, you are ready.
Your path to promotion
just opened up.
Bigger stories
and no more Doctor Lovestruck
secret identity business.
That'll be good because
Kendall admitted
she's writing a new book and
that our experience together
is going to be part of it, man.
Oh, cool.
Eh...
That's very cool.
Yeah.
Hey, you got to make sure
she gives you
a really cool fake name.
Already did.
Spike.
Oh, nice!
So does this mean
that you told her
about the Doctor Lovestruck
angle to your article?
I almost did.
But it's because we're in
a similar situation, man.
But then I realized that
if I'm in her book
then that means that we're
probably most likely...
Yeah, we're dating.
I don't want to mess this up.
But then there's that whole
"science of love" thing.
And it totally contradicts
everything
that Doctor Lovestruck writes
in his column.
I mean my column. Me.
But then I have this professional
obligation to myself and my readers
that I just have to tell
the truth.
It's... you know?
So I'll probably just
let the article come out
and if she likes it,
she likes it.
And if she doesn't, she doesn't.
And then we can just go
from there, you know?
- Right?
- Right.
You give such great advice, man.
So a promotion?
That is great news.
I mean, obviously it's not
a done deal
until it's officially announced
but it could happen
anytime soon.
- Oh!
- Yeah.
Well, then this seafood is
definitely the way to celebrate.
- Really?
- Mmhmm.
It is the best fish and chips
in the city,
and that is coming from a local.
Mmm.
I can't believe I never heard
of this place.
Mmm.
You're welcome.
Well, thank you.
Oh, this is beautiful.
Yes, it is.
Wow.
So I wanted to ask you,
you ever think about living
anywhere else?
I've thought about it.
Mmhmm.
But every time I come
to the same conclusion,
that everything I want and
everything I need is right here.
Hmm.
That must be nice to be so sure
about everything.
Maybe it's that or maybe
I'm just overly cautious
about the unfamiliar.
I mean, you're about to put
yourself into a new book
that millions of people
are going to read.
Mmhmm.
I wouldn't call it cautious.
I mean crazy, crazy.
I will do anything for a good
experiment, okay?
I hear you.
Look, I did want to say thank
you for being so supportive.
Especially since I didn't
tell you about it at first.
What can I say?
Spike is a supportive guy.
Smells delicious.
Tyler is a great chef,
which is wonderful
since we all know that
I can't even boil water.
What are you making?
Vegan chili.
I'm trying to perfect
the recipe.
It all comes down to paprika.
Wait are you vegan?
He is sometimes.
We're working on it.
Oh how's your new book
coming along?
Good. Fine.
Good.
That was convincing.
Hey I, I read one of your books.
Oh!
- You did huh?
- Mmhmm.
What did you think?
I like what you said about how
unique every relationship is
because the way two people
come together
is specific only to them.
The match principle.
Yeah. That made a lot
of sense to me
because even though
we're so different...
Together we make sense.
Let's just say vegan chili
was not in my kitchen repertoire
before this one came along.
Now if only I can get you
to eat it.
Baby steps.
Oh guys, before I forget,
they gave me a couple
of extra passes to the gala
because I'm speaking-
Oooh.
Including the opening
night party.
- You want them?
- Absolutely.
So it's like a book party?
Kind of.
Awesome.
This is going to be so much fun,
thank you.
Of course.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
You want to try some?
Yes.
Ooh.
- It's silver.
- I see that.
- It'll be memorable.
- That's one word for it.
Well, I like it.
Well, it would look great
on you.
It would, wouldn't it?
Yeah.
I'm actually kind of nervous
about this event.
Why?
You do speaking engagements
all the time.
Yeah, I know.
But I don't normally talk about
my work before it's finished.
Also this is so personal.
Don't overthink it.
Just be your natural
charming self.
I arranged for a car
to pick you up
and I will meet you at
the venue to walk you in.
Oh.
You could drive with me
if you want to.
Well, my date is actually
picking me up.
Wait, you're bringing a date
to the gala?
Mmhmm.
Is it the mystery man?
Mmhmm.
So you guys are like approaching
official couple territory now.
It's so weird.
I feel like I'm finally with someone
I can actually be serious about.
What about you?
Anyone special cheering you on
from the audience?
A certain reporter perhaps?
Uh, I don't know.
I mean it's kind of a work event
for both of us
since he's covering the gala
for the magazine.
- Kendall Turner.
- Mmhmm.
All the more reason to make
a bold choice.
Do not miss an opportunity
to be dazzling.
Oh, okay.
Actually, it could make
for good research.
Explore how environmental
elements
impact the way two people
spend time together.
You know for a love expert,
sometimes you take the romance
right out of things.
- My book is the priority.
- Should it be?
Wow. This place is beautiful.
Now I know what you're thinking.
- Mmhmm.
- Wine tasting, how original.
Well, I have been honing
my skills
for the past couple years.
Mmhmm.
And I believe that wining and
dining is an essential part of
every romantic relationship so
I am going to guess your taste.
Based on what?
How I do martial arts
and climb rope?
Pretty much.
Well, bold move Mr. Hart.
Well, if you haven't noticed,
bold is pretty much my thing.
As we move down the line,
we go from sweet to dry,
and lacy and light
to robust and chewy.
- Hm?
- Chewy?
Oh, it means earthy and rich.
My advice?
Let the wine speak
to your senses.
Let your taste buds find
the flavor of sunlight or dirt.
And if your spirit sings,
well then, you'll find
the flavor of your heart.
And one cannot live a fulfilling
life without it.
Well, thank you for that.
Well, there's someone who's
passionate about their work.
Mmhmm.
I have a question for you.
Sure.
Do you think you'll ever write
about something
other than the science of love?
Yeah.
I mean I, I think about what
will happen when I settle down,
get married, have kids,
get older.
And so far that all seems
like territory
I can't wait to explore.
Mmhmm.
Mm. I do think about teaching
sometimes too.
See I can see that.
- Oh yeah?
- Professor Turner.
Has a nice ring, right?
Maybe one day.
Do you ever worry about making
your relationship last?
Odds aren't terrific.
I love the idea of growing old
with someone.
Having a family,
creating decades of memories.
Two people just side by side
growing old together.
I want that epic love.
I mean who wouldn't?
What if it's not epic?
What if it's just cooking dinner
and carpool and temper tantrums,
and paying bills
and picking out a new carpet.
Can you stick out the day-to-day
regular life?
That's what makes it epic.
Excuse me, Miss Turner?
- Oh.
- Remember us?
Oh, my gosh yes. Uh, Jill
and... Mitchell.
Sorry to bother you, we just
wanted to come over
and say hello and thank you
for introducing us that day.
Ah, okay.
So you're the couple from
Seattle Today
that she matched on air.
So we took your advice,
um, went for coffee.
Why not, right?
We just couldn't stop talking.
Turned out to be the best day
of our lives.
I am so glad it worked out.
You saw something in us.
I don't know how but
thank goodness you did,
because you were right.
We're so grateful.
- Thank you Miss Turner.
- My pleasure.
Bye.
Wow.
Well, that was nice.
That was epic.
I believe it's time for the lady
to make her choice.
Oh um, yeah. I think
I like that one.
- The cabernet.
- Mmhmm.
Oh wait, wait, wait, no.
This one.
The 2018 blend.
It's a wonderful wine.
One that the gentleman correctly
guessed would be your favorite.
Well done, sir.
How did you know that?
Well, you're not the only one
that's taking notes
when we're together.
And I know you also
don't like surprises.
I figured you probably
would have gone
for something a little
more well-known.
It's basically the same thing
you did
when you matched
two perfect strangers.
Well, I didn't necessarily
know that they would hit it off.
I just knew that they had
one thing in common.
Dating nerves.
Be that as it may,
they look very happy.
Now, come with me.
- Where are we going?
- You'll see.
Okay.
Wow.
Well, we did the wining.
Now it's time for the dining.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
This is gorgeous.
Well, I figured it was time.
Time for what?
Time for a full-on, unabashed,
top to bottom, romantic dinner.
Oh, you're good.
Well, it's not every day
that a guy gets to try his moves
on a science of love guru.
Well...
It is pretty enchanting.
That means a lot
coming from you.
Hey man, you going up or down?
Earth to Nathan.
What are you doing out here?
Uh...
I don't remember.
Are you okay?
Yeah. I think.
Is this about Kendall Turner?
Have you succumbed to her
science of love ways?
It was just a simple profile.
A puff piece.
And I turned it into an
interrogation of her methods.
And then we had a great time.
Now, I don't know.
- You fell for her.
- I guess I did.
What are you going to do
about it?
That I don't know yet.
Oh hey.
If you need some advice
you should ask that
Doctor Lovestruck guy.
I hear he knows what
he's talking about.
You would say that.
Nathan, there you are.
I've been looking all over
for you.
Hi Louis.
It's Larry.
I need you to come to the Board
meeting tomorrow.
There's been an uptick
in the web traffic
for the last few
Doctor Lovestruck columns.
Matter of fact the numbers are
the highest they've ever been
and the Board would like to meet
Doctor Lovestruck in person.
I'm glad to hear it.
I mean I don't read
the column myself.
After three marriages I'm pretty
much an expert on romance.
But my assistant tells me
that the advice has
just gotten better.
I'm glad your assistant
can find it useful.
It's not just him.
Metrics don't lie Nathan.
My office will be in touch
with the meeting details.
It was good speaking with you.
Yeah, you too Lionel.
It's Larry.
It's not, it's not funny.
Joy!
This is beautiful.
Congratulations.
I've already sold
four paintings.
Can you believe it?
- I am so proud of you.
- Thank you.
Wait where's, where's Tyler?
Ah, oh. He's, he's over there.
He has been working the room
like he is my agent.
He probably deserves credit
for half the sales.
Oh, amazing.
But wait.
Where should I start?
Oh, well I'd start by grabbing
a glass of champagne.
Noted.
And then start over here.
All my stuff is on this side
of the room.
This is so exciting.
Okay, I'll see you in a bit.
- See you.
- Okay.
- What's up?
- Hi.
What do you think?
This Joy's?
Tell me what you think and I'll
tell you if it's one of Joy's.
Uh...
I like it.
That's it?
Yeah. That's it.
Well, I am sure Joy will be glad
to hear that you like it.
Well, I look forward
to meeting Joy.
Yeah, she's uh, right over there
with Tyler.
Well, I must say inviting me
to her show, I'm flattered.
And meeting your sister?
That's a serious step.
A crucial one.
Yeah, because your book says
"our family and friends,
they give us perspective."
- Oh.
- Mmhmm.
A perspective we sometimes lose
when we're caught up
in our feelings.
They provide a good
counterbalance.
Well, I know how important
she is to you.
- Come on, let's go meet her.
- Okay.
- Joy.
- Hey!
This is...
So nice to finally meet you.
Nice to meet you too, Nathan.
Hi.
- Tyler.
- Pleasure.
Nathan. What can I do you for?
Couple of minutes to chat?
Yes of course, of course.
Come, come in, come in.
Sit down. Take a seat.
I think I know what
this is about.
Actually...
Features editor.
You know the position
is opening soon
and you want to let me know
that you're interested
in the job, yes?
Yes. I'd very much like to be
considered for that position.
I know, I know.
I pride myself on keeping up
with what's going on
around here.
And I don't mind telling you
that's one of the reasons
I'm introducing you
to the Board today.
That way when I make
my recommendation
that we make you features editor
they can put a face to the name.
Does that mean?
Yeah, yeah.
You've got the job!
No sense keeping you in suspense
when you're clearly in knots
about it.
Thank you sir! I don't know
what to say.
This is tremendous news.
Thank you Mr. Perkins.
I promise you that I will work
so very hard
to make you and this
magazine proud.
I know you will.
Oh, and by the way, it's your
responsibility to find someone
to take over as the new
Doctor Lovestruck.
Though I expect you to continue
to oversee it
and keep it anonymous,
of course.
Of course.
But that's not why
I came in here today.
Oh?
No. It's about the Kendall
Turner profile.
Okay.
After I wrote it,
Miss Turner and I
kept seeing each other
on a more personal basis.
Hart, are you telling me you're
dating your interview subject?
Yes, sir.
Well, have you altered
the profile in any way
because of this
personal relationship?
No. I was-I am, I am totally
objective in my reporting.
Well then I don't see a problem.
Then I say great.
- Thank you sir.
- Oh yeah.
Of course I don't have to warn
you about the disadvantages
of dating a writer since
you have that in common.
No sir you do not.
Everything is copy!
Thank you.
Hey.
Hi. No, no, no.
Sit, sit, sit.
How are you?
Well, this is a nice surprise.
Yes, and I'm sorry
it's so last minute.
It just, there's something
I want to talk to you about.
Okay.
So there...
Can I get you anything?
Oh uh, just an ice tea
for me please.
I'm good. Thank you.
Okay.
So that is a nice dress.
Thank you.
Yeah. I like yellow on you.
Is this your way of buttering
me up for something?
What's going on?
No. No, no, no.
I actually wanted...
Oh, thank you.
Thanks.
Okay. The reason why I had you
come out here today
so rushed and everything
is because I wanted to tell you
that I have...
Oh, my gosh. You got
the promotion!
Yeah. Yes, yes, I did.
I am so happy for you.
Wait, wait.
Features editor right?
- Yes.
- Tell me all the details.
What, what does that mean
for you?
Uh, it means that a few things
about my job will change
but a few things
will stay the same.
Mmhmm.
But there is definitely
one thing
that I will have to give up.
- Oh no.
- What?
This guy, he's really nice
and he's always been
a really big supporter
but I'm pretty sure he has a
crush on me and he's, he's here.
Really?
The last time I saw him I think
he was going to ask me out
and it got really awkward.
But I do feel bad for him.
So if he comes over here
let's just...
Oh great.
Stop looking.
Don't feel bad for him.
I think he's on a date.
What?!
Look over there.
Oh!
That's Ella, my editor.
I knew she was seeing someone
but she didn't tell me
who it was.
Okay.
Here they come.
Hi.
Busted.
Nathan, you remember
Ella Karlin, my editor.
And this is Grant,
the owner of Book Salad.
Great store, dude.
Oh. Well thank you.
- Is this...
- The mystery man?
- Mmhmm.
- Yes.
So when did this happen?
Well, as you know we met
at your reading.
- Mmhmm.
- And there was a spark.
And I thought I was being clear
that I was interested in him.
Which she was.
And then I asked for your
advice about asking someone out.
Yeah.
And you said to do
absolutely nothing.
Lo and behold it worked.
Look at that.
I got so tired of waiting
for him to call, I called him.
The science of love expert
strikes again.
Boom.
And it's nice to see you again
as well Nathan.
Likewise Ella.
We're excited to read
the profile you wrote.
Oh, Nathan is the reporter
doing the piece on Kendall.
Oh.
It should be out soon, right?
Next week.
And you'll be at the gala too?
You know it.
Ella: Great.
Would anybody like
to order any food?
Oh absolutely.
Sorry.
- Well that was a surprise.
- Yes.
But I'm glad Grant didn't let
his crush on you hold him back.
You just had to bring that up,
didn't you?
Come on. Of course
I did.
Suffice it to say my instincts
were a bit off on that one.
Just a little bit.
But it's okay.
Nobody's right 100 percent of
the time, not even an expert.
Hey I'm sorry we didn't get
a chance
to celebrate your happy news.
And wait, wasn't there something
else you wanted to tell me?
Yeah, it's just something
I'm working on
I wanted to share with you.
But it, it, it can wait.
- Okay.
- All right.
Listen I was actually thinking
that if you're not busy
or I don't know, too swamped
with work after my event,
maybe we could grab dinner?
Just us?
I mean I promise I won't
take notes.
Yes.
Great.
- Yes.
- I'll text you.
- All right.
- Okay.
All right.
- I'll see you later.
- Bye.
Actually Kendall...
It'll probably be
a little romantic
so you may want to take notes.
Okay.
It's done.
Well, happy Saturday to you too.
The whole proposal?
Already?
All done. All finished.
"Do as I Say and as I Do:"
"How the Science of Love
Worked For Me."
A working title.
I like it.
But does this mean...
It sounds like you're saying
you fell in love.
No.
I mean, I guess it could be
interpreted that way.
But it's really just meant
to suggest
that I took my own advice
and here's what happened.
Look, here's the table
of contents.
You can look at the journey.
- Mmhmm?
- What?
A romance author in love.
I'm sorry but this is going
to be great PR for the book.
Gosh you need to stop.
Just because you are head
over heels
does not mean everyone else is.
Not everyone else, you.
I saw you guys.
Sparks, chemistry,
compatible biochemical reflexes
or whatever it is you call it
in your book.
Ugh.
You guys have it.
This is a good thing, right?
You're happy?
Yeah, no, yeah.
I'm happy.
I just, I do wanna
see where it goes.
Oh, so do I.
So do your readers.
Art imitating life
imitating art.
Are you going to give a copy
to Nathan?
Oh, I don't know.
Well, if you're serious
about him, why not?
That way it's all out
on the table.
You know, you're probably right.
Plus he's a writer too so he can
give me helpful feedback.
Bingo.
Oh. Are, are you reading now?
You want me to,
that's my cue to go?
Just let me know what you think.
- I will.
- Okay, bye!
- Hi.
- Hi.
I brought you something.
I could've left it at
the office for you
but I really wanted to make sure
you got it today.
I'm glad you called.
A few things I want to talk
to you about as well.
All right come on in, please.
Looks like you're working today.
Yeah. Editing an article.
Uh, can I get you anything?
Um, just your honest opinion.
I think that you should read
my book proposal.
Since my experiences with you
are a major part of it
and, you know, even if this
doesn't continue
they'll still be part
of my work.
So in the interest
of full transparency
and because I want you
to trust me,
and because I think it's only
fair for you to see it,
I think you should do so.
And then there's some things
I want to talk to you
about as well,
I mean I wanted to wait
and come over,
take you out but...
I mean, since you're here
let me grab you some coffee
and you can have a seat
and we can hash it out
and talk about everything.
- Sounds great.
- All right.
- Um, almond milk. Right?
- Right.
Do you edit the
Doctor Lovestruck column?
Not exactly. That's what
I wanted to tell you.
Technically I'm contractually
obligated
to not reveal my identity,
but since...
Wait. Are you Doctor Lovestruck?
I was going to tell you,
but the magazine
keeps it anonymous.
But listen...
Now that I got a promotion
someone else is taking over
the column.
I was going to tell you
the other day
but we got interrupted
by Ella and Grant.
Hm.
And the irony is, is that
the column has never had
more readers since you and I
have been seeing each other.
It's like the column got better
and I think it's because of you.
That is ironic.
Also ironic is the fact that I
was doing research for my book
while you were doing research
for the column.
But the difference is
I was totally upfront
with you about it.
I know, I know.
I feel like you haven't been
honest with me.
Look, I'm sorry I didn't
tell you earlier, okay?
But I was trying to stay
truthful to my work
and stay committed to what
I was doing there.
I think I need to go.
Kendall.
Come on, just...
Yeah I, what's funny is
I actually built
a whole chapter around
building trust.
Turns out I was
completely wrong.
No. Just read my column, okay?
You'll see.
I learned so much from you.
You can trust me.
Huh.
Your devoted sister is here
with sustenance and caffeine
to get you through your day.
Thank you.
Also then maybe borrow
an outfit from your closet
just to shake things up.
Oh, take anything you want.
Are you okay?
Yeah. I'm fine.
No you're not.
I know you.
No seriously, I'm, I'm fine.
What happened?
Nathan.
I had all of these feelings
for him,
feelings I haven't had for
anyone in a really long time.
You love him.
What?
You heard me, you love him.
You set out to test
your theories
on how to find the right partner
and you did it.
Your method worked.
No, not really.
I mean, the fact that I fell for
someone who was keeping things from me
is proof that I have to throw
the whole book out.
There's no way I can get up
there tonight
and talk about my work
knowing that it's all wrong.
Kendall...
You may be the science
of love guru
but as your sister I'm an expert
in the science of you.
I have watched you
and Nathan together.
I've seen how happy you've been
these past few weeks.
He's going to be
there tonight, right?
Yet again our work
brings us together.
Yet again maybe it's fate.
Well, you tried it your way
and look what happened.
So maybe stop trying
to intellectualize it
and go with your feelings?
Well, that felt good.
I'm just saying you have a
chance to talk to him tonight
and hear him out.
For once don't worry about
blood pressure or heart rate.
Trust your instincts.
Now it's time for
hair and makeup
and choose my dazzling outfit.
Can't I just wear
sweats instead?
Oh girl, you got it bad.
Okay, let's start with makeup.
- Hi.
- You look stunning.
Thank you.
Joy pulled it all together.
Well, I guess it really pays to
have a sister who's an artist.
Yeah.
You looking for somebody?
I haven't seen him yet.
Oh no, I wasn't.
But look, we need to talk.
There's a problem with the book.
What? Don't be silly.
Here, come on. Come on.
I'm going to take you upstairs.
We're going to relax.
We'll get you situated
before the Q&A. Come on.
- Larry.
- Hey.
I've got a favor to ask you.
Yeah. Anything for you.
Ah, actually no, you should
tell me what it is first.
Okay. Any chance you can help
Doctor Lovestruck
with one last romantic gesture
before he retires?
Oh. Absolutely.
Let's do it.
Ladies and Gentlemen.
Welcome to the Emerald City
Book Gala's opening night.
We'll be kicking off the evening
with a Q&A
with author Kendall Turner.
Hi.
Thanks.
Thank you for joining us.
Well, thank you for having me.
Before we get to
audience questions
I was wondering if you could
give us a preview
of your new book.
A little birdie told me
it's a real departure
from your previous books.
Sure.
Well, I wanted to do something
different this time around,
so instead of interviewing
other people
I decided to make myself
the subject.
What do you mean exactly?
I made myself, my feelings
and my experiences with dating,
the focus of my research.
And let me tell you
it was definitely
a different experience writing
about yourself.
And?
What did you find?
Well...
I guess you just have to read
the book to find out.
At the author's request
we'll be devoting
the bulk of our time tonight
to questions...
I gave the guy 20 bucks
to turn off all
the audience mics.
This is the only one that's on.
Volunteers in the audience
with microphones
so if you have a question
just raise your hand and...
I have a question.
It's about forgiveness.
Nathan, what are you doing?
And it's also about trust.
I've read your work,
Miss Turner.
And I know from
personal experience
that you put your heart into
everything you do in your life.
Your research, your work,
and the people you care about
the most.
And I was a very, very lucky man
to be one of those people.
You were one of those people.
And you are the best thing
that ever happened to me.
Now I know we have very
different approaches
on our feelings toward
each other,
but I learned so much from you.
And I know that a grand gesture
is still a good way
to show someone you love them.
This is how I'm going to say
I love you, Kendall Turner.
Will you let me show you
how much I love you?
Will you give me that chance?
Yes.
So was, was that too much?
Absolutely.
I want to tell you I read
your new book proposal.
And?
I think Spike is one lucky guy.
Yes, he is.