The Professional Bridesmaid (2023) Movie Script
1
Oh, sorry!
Ok.
Ok. Who's ready to get married?
Maggie!
You definitely saved the day,
Maggie.
All in a wedding day's work.
I still don't see how
you got the dress
across town so quickly.
Well, a professional bridesmaid
never reveals her secrets.
Oh, they are ready for photos
and the bride is looking
for you.
Ok, uh, oh.
Hold this.
Are these... veil weights?
Yeah.
So, the breeze doesn't blow
the veil out of place.
What else have you got in there?
Anything a bride might night.
You know, we've got,
uh, stress balls.
Chalk to cover up
any wine stains.
Uh-huh.
EpiPen for any guest
who forgot to mention
- that they have a nut allergy.
- Ah.
And I always keep a stand-in
wedding ring.
You'd be shocked how often
the best man loses the real one.
Maggie... We're about
to do photos outside
but I'd love to get one with you
and the bridesmaids.
Yeah, of course.
I wouldn't miss it.
Oh, I'll talk to you later?
9:00 PM your place.
- Let's go, let's go!
- Have fun.
Say bridesmaids!
You are a lifesaver.
Actually, I'd say you are.
The way the bride's parents
were singing your praises.
Business is booming, I take it?
A little too much, actually.
I have been spending so much
time at weddings lately
that when I try to go to sleep,
I actually count groomsmen.
They're never where
they're supposed to be.
- Groomsmen?
- Yeah.
Maybe your subconscious is
trying to tell you something.
Yeah, that I need a vacation.
I was going to say romance.
Oh! Haha. Very funny.
Too bad you couldn't
clone yourself.
My thoughts exactly.
Which is actually why
I have been planning
to scale my business.
So, after I get seed money,
I was thinking of hiring
five bridesmaids,
training them and then I can
spread happiness far and wide.
I even wrote up a little
business plan.
Professional Bridesmaids Inc.
Mmhmm.
Maggie! That is
a fantastic idea.
Thanks. Now, if only
the bank agreed.
They just shot down my loan
request yet again.
They need references but
I can't give up my clients.
Yeah, that's the thing
about this job.
A lot of clients want you
under the radar
so doing it well means no one
knows that you're working at all.
Well, I may have a solution.
Yeah?
I know you were planning
on taking a break, but...
you heard that over on Columbus
the mayor's daughter's
getting married?
Yeah, I mean, hard not to.
It's like Ohio's version
of a Kennedy wedding.
Well, their wedding planner
dropped out.
Well, actually,
more like got fired.
What? What happened?
He was getting kickbacks
from the vendors
and the mayor doesn't want
even a hint of bad press.
Anyway, they hired me
to replace him.
What? Nora, that's amazing.
Oh, my gosh.
You're gonna nail it.
Thanks!
But, with a stressed-out bride
and the wedding in only
two weeks,
they could really use
someone like you.
And maybe it'll help
with your loan situation.
They mayor has a lot of
connections, including bankers.
Maybe a word from him
is exactly what you need.
Ooof. I mean, that would
be amazing.
Glad you think so
'cause I already mentioned you
to the mayor and he's intrigued.
This could be great
for the both of you.
I don't know, two weeks?
I mean that's like, really,
really soon.
I know, I know it is,
but, you'll talk to him anyway,
right?
Ok. Ok, I will talk to him.
Yes!
How's this one?
The focus group's prefer
the sleeves rolled up, sir.
Ready to take hold of the city's
biggest problems.
Spoken like a true
campaign manager.
Hi.
Can we help you?
Your uh, your wedding planner
called me.
I'm Maggie Bailey.
Right, you must be the...
- Let's take five, shall we?
- Yeah.
Please.
Oh, thank you.
You must be the... I,
I... I don't actually even know
what you call it.
The professional bridesmaid.
Right.
So, how is that different
from a wedding planner?
My job is all about
bridal support.
So, a meddling mother in law?
I have museum day passes handy.
Bickering bridesmaids?
I keep spas on speed-dial.
See the, uh, the pressures
of being a bride
can be really overwhelming
and so my job is
to keep it easy and fun
while handling
all those last-minute problems
that always seem to come up.
Oh, and they will.
That's what my wife used to say.
Yeah.
Um... we lost my wife, Carol,
three years ago.
Oh.
She was the perfect partner
in every way.
I wouldn't have been elected
to the school council,
let alone mayor if not
for her grace and tact.
Well, I'm so sorry.
She sounds very special, sir.
She was just like Alexis.
Lexi stepped right
into her shoes.
She helped keep my
constituents happy
and I want to give her
the wedding she deserves.
Our current challenge
is the mayor is facing
a special election in
just under two months
and we've invited press
to cover the wedding.
I completely understand,
and if you hire me,
I will take as much off the
bride's shoulders as possible.
Alright then.
Let's give it a try.
Thomas will help you
with the details.
Right.
Now, you still live in Logan,
correct?
Yeah.
Perfect. No one here should
recognize you.
Uh...
Discretion is of the utmost
importance to us.
Ok, yeah, for me as well.
For what I do,
discretion is vital.
Good.
So I and Thomas here and uh Lexi
will be the only ones
who know who really are.
Oh, and Nora.
Nora, yeah, the wedding planner.
Um, she told me
about your bank issue.
Oh.
Emma Spencer from
Midwestern Savings
is an advocate of
women-led business.
She'll be at the wedding,
and, uh, I'd be happy
to introduce you.
Oh, wow, um, a referral like
that would be amazing.
And you'll move into the mansion
until after the wedding.
Of course.
Um, uh... Of course?
It's better for us
that you're on call
and as close to Alexis
as possible.
This is Lexi's big day and I
want everything to go perfectly.
And most of all...
no bad press.
No bad press.
No bad press.
You got it.
So yeah, that's it.
I'm hired.
I knew they'd see your value.
Well, thanks again, Nora.
And hey, if you see the bride,
will you tell her that I will be
there soon to meet her
and give her my
background story.
Hi.
Sounds good.
Where are you?
Um, I think it's called
Evergreen Park?
Yeah, it's some hiking trail
I passed on my way into town.
And lucky for me, I had
my gym bag in the car.
Did I tell you that they want me
on call?
Yes, and living at the mansion.
I'm there now.
The bride says she wants to have
the ceremony right here
on this property,
but this old barn's gonna need
a lot of work.
Well, hey, if anyone can do it,
it's you, Nora.
Thanks, hun.
So, I'll talk to you later.
- Bye.
- Bye.
Woah!
Oh no! Look out!
- Ok!
- Oh!
Are you ok?
Yeah, no, I'm ok.
I'm fine.
Are you ok?
Yeah, I'm fine.
I mean, my pride's
never gonna recover.
I'm so sorry.
My friend lent me his bike
because mine's in the shop,
and he didn't tell me that
the back break, like, pops out.
- It's ok.
- Ok
I promise. It's ok.
No, I was just coming out here
to destress and...
Yeah, I guess I gotta
start again.
I don't know.
Yeah, me too. Me too.
I come out here to zen out.
I needed it today
'cause I'm starting a new job
this afternoon.
Oh, uh, do you mind
if I help you then?
You've got some, yeah... ok turn
around, you've got some... yeah.
Oh, ok, ok, I think you're good.
Yes, very presentable.
- Thank you.
- Yeah.
I could say the same for you.
Well, nothing more healing
than being out in nature, right?
Right.
Breathing in the fresh air
and listening to the wind.
Mmhmm.
Getting a little carried away,
aren't I?
Oh, no, no, not at all.
I mean, you make it sound
very poetic.
I don't know...
There's a word for it.
Yeah, no there is.
It's, uh, Shinrin-Yoku.
Well, otherwise known as uh,
Forrest bathing.
Great minds think alike.
Yeah.
Oh, that's my, uh, it's my...
I gotta...
Oh.
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
I mean, enjoy your de-stressing.
- Thank you.
- Cool.
Good luck.
Oh, oh, you've got... uh...
No, no, that's fine.
I'll, Ill, I'll get it later.
Ok. Alright.
- Ok, bye.
- Bye.
It's always sad when
a great paper
like the Register News
shuts down,
but Columbuzz is happy
to have you.
Thank you, Kay, I'm excited
to hit the ground running.
Sorry, we couldn't bring you
on staff quite yet
but I'm sure you're going
to ace this.
Ok, so where do I start?
Local desk, crime beat?
Actually, I have an assignment
you'd be perfect for.
I understand you cover City Hall
and interviewed Mayor Shepard?
Yes, several times.
Oh, what's the angle?
Is it tensions with
the Development Board?
Or maybe how close his election
is running?
Actually, his daughter, Alexis,
is getting married
in a couple weeks
to a pro hockey player.
Uh, and...
And it's going to be
a high-profile event
with national appeal
and we're the only site
granted full access.
Our wedding guy's on paternity
leave so I need you for this.
Uh, ok. Well Kay, I do, um,
serious news.
So, you want me to do a story
on a wedding?
I see a series. 500-800 words
a day in the run-up.
Each one a new theme.
Dress, flowers, profiles.
So... so, I'm more um, like
Woodward and Bernstein
and it sounds like you want
Martha Stewart.
Henry, there's a reason why
th Regiswent under
and we're thriving.
Like I said in the interview,
we do some politics
but our main focus
is listicles,
celebrities, games.
But I don't know anything
about weddings.
I know you want to do
political news, Henry.
Yeah.
But I need you to do
the wedding first.
Remember, this job's
on a trial basis.
You deliver on the wedding,
consider yourself
permanent here.
The next story you write
can be whatever you want.
Well, I have been trying
to interview the mayor
about his position on the
rezoning of Evergreen Park.
There's a council vote coming up
on whether to build condos.
Mmm.
So, maybe I could quickly try
to corner him while I'm there?
If there is an opportunity,
but focus on the wedding first.
Deal?
Deal.
Woah.
Hi, um, are you with the florist
or the caterer?
I'm so sorry, my schedule's
a mess.
Oh, no, that's ok.
I'm actually the professional
bridesmaid.
You must be Alexis.
I'm Maggie.
Oh, right. Hi.
It's so good to meet you.
Come in.
Thank you.
You can leave your bags here.
Ok.
Follow me.
I have to admit, I was
a little skeptical
when my dad talked about
hiring you.
Well, you know what?
That is totally normal.
But I am just here to give you
a little bit of extra help.
So, I understand that your
cousin is your Maid of Honor?
Yes. Chloe.
And the other bridesmaids,
Ruthie and Shannon
were my sorority sisters
in college.
Got it.
Please have a seat.
Thank you.
Uh, so how has it all been
going so far?
Um, honestly?
Everything's moving in a million
different directions.
Shannon is a fashion influencer
who's really blowing up
right now
and Ruthie is planning
her own wedding
while juggling law school
and Chloe... is Chloe.
What do you mean?
Well, I love my cousin,
but she's younger
in more ways than one
and not the most
organized person.
She really wanted to be
Maid of Honor so I said yes.
We used to be closer but
she's been off traveling
and I thought this would be a
good opportunity to reconnect.
She's planning the bridal
shower and struggling.
Well, that is totally something
that I can help you with,
so don't worry.
How is the groom holding up?
Um, Dylan?
With playoffs, I feel like
I barely see him.
But, his season's ending
so he should be back soon.
I kind of feel like
you're handling
a lot of this on your own.
Yeah.
Is that... is that your mom?
You know, your dad told me
what happened.
I'm so sorry, Alexis.
Thank you.
I do wish she could be
at the wedding.
Of course.
But, her friend, Darlene,
is going to be there.
We stayed in touch and her
and my mom were so close.
So it'll be like having
a little piece of her
at the wedding with me.
Oh.
We are meeting up
with the bridesmaids soon.
So let's get you settled in.
Yeah.
Oh, you know what,
I should probably give you my
cover story then, before you go.
I may have jumped the gun
on that.
So, I was out with the girls
last night for drinks
and they asked about you
and I just froze and there was
a bottle of wine in front of me,
so I might have told them
that you're a wine distributor
in from New York.
You know, I went to school
in Ithaca, so...
I can roll with that part.
I just... might have to wing it
with the whole wine thing.
I also told them
your name is Maisie.
Maisie?
Uh... Ok.
It was the first name
that popped into my head.
My mom bought her for me
when I was 10.
She always made me feel safe.
Well, then Maisie it is.
Alright, shall we go meet
the other bridesmaids?
- Yes.
- Ok.
Ladies...
I would like to introduce you
to Maisie.
Maisie, this is Chloe,
Ruthie and Shannon.
Hi.
Hi! It's nice
to meet everybody.
Likewise, hi.
Funny Alexis never mentioned
you before, Maisie.
Oh, well, I've heard
of all of you.
Yes, Chloe, our intrepid
world traveler.
So jealous.
And Shannon, our fashion icon,
which, by the way,
I am your newest fan.
And Ruthie, I heard that you
are planning your own wedding
while also juggling law school..
I mean, that's...
that's amazing.
I know it sounds like a lot,
but I promise it won't be
a distraction.
I got the Powell's room
for my shower!
Yes!
Oh, sorry.
How does everybody feel
about margaritas?
Oh, yeah.
Excuse me. Margaritas
for the table, please.
Absolutely.
Shannon, do you think
you'd survive 30 minutes
without sharing anything?
Sorry. It's part of the gig,
gotta feed the followers.
So Maisie, how
do you know Alexis?
Oh, uh...
We, uh, met on a cruise
when we were younger.
Yeah.
A cruise? I don't remember
you going on any cruise.
Don't you remember?
You were gonna come
but you decided to go
to that camp in New York?
Don't tell me you don't remember
Anthony Whats-his-name?
Oh, right!
That was the summer that you
found romance novels
and I thought I was living one.
But Maisie...
Maisie, why is that name
so familiar?
Oh, by the way, Chloe,
if you need anything at all
for the bridal shower,
I am here to help.
I've got everything covered.
I'm closing in on where we'll
hold your bridal shower, Alexis.
Oh, oh, so nothing's
locked in yet for that?
No.
But, I've put out feelers
and I'll find a venue soon
and everything will fall
into place.
So, you know, since the bridal
shower's only four days away,
what if I took a thing or two
off of your plate for that?
Like, going over the
guest list or flowers,
or literally anything.
Thank you, but as I said,
I've got things well in hand.
- Ok.
- Of course. I'm sure you do.
Though, since you're
our wine expert,
maybe you can order the wine
for the shower.
What's the name of the winery
you work for?
Oh, it's up, it's Chateau...
um, Chateau des Gateaux, yeah.
House of cakes?
Oh, you speak French.
I do.
I would link to your site
but there's no social
media presence.
Oh, yeah, you know, it's a
really, really tiny label.
- Super small.
- Yeah.
Drinks?
- This one's for you.
- Thank you.
Here you go, Chloe.
Oh.
Thank you.
Ok, hang on.
Wedding selfie!
Everyone say bridesmaid!
Bridesmaid!
Ah, sir. You won't believe
the reporter who's been assigned
to cover the wedding...
Henry Whittington.
Mr. Relentless?
Mm.
I thought the Registry
went under.
It did.
He's resurfaced at that website
we've already said yes too.
Right.
He's gonna ask me
about Evergreen Park.
Taking a position either way
will alienate 50 percent
of the voters,
so, I think, it's best that
you avoid him at all costs.
I agree.
Oh my gosh!
So sorry.
- I'm sorry.
- Sorry!
- Oh, you.
- You.
- Hi.
- Hi.
Wait, what are you doing here?
Um, somebody let me in.
'Cause I'm a reporter.
I'm covering the wedding.
Oh, I'm a... I'm a bridesmaid.
Wait, let me guess.
Matching pink dresses
and matching pink shoes.
You know, actually,
the tradition
of matching bridesmaids
goes back to Roman times
when the bride's friends
would dress alike
to confuse evil spirits.
- Oh.
- Yeah.
What are you, a
bridesmaid expert?
Oh. No, I just have
a lot of cousins,
so I've been to a lot
of weddings.
I'm Henry.
Oh.
I didn't catch your name.
Oh, I'm a Mag-zee.
Maisie Ryder.
- Maisie.
- Yeah.
That's an interesting name.
Thanks.
You know, it's so funny.
It's so funny that we met
here again.
You know, we may not be
hiking this time,
but I am definitely lost
in the woods,
'cause, you know, I don't
usually cover weddings.
- Oh, yeah.
- Right.
What do you do?
Oh, I'm a... I'm a wine
distributor in from New York.
I, uh, am gonna stay here
through the wedding.
Right on time, Mr. Whittington.
Thomas Melon.
Thomas. Yes, we met before.
Yes. Yes, I remember.
Alexis and Dylan are just
in the other room
around the corner.
I will join you in a minute.
Ok.
Ok, well I'll see you later,
Maisie.
Bye.
Do you know that reporter?
Uh, we... we just... we actually
just ran into each other on a hike.
So, no, I don't... I don't
actually really know him.
Well, please try to keep it
that way.
He's going to be around
here a lot.
So...
you two met at a fundraiser?
Yes, my father was speaking
at a barbecue
to raise money for
after-school sports.
It's a charity I volunteer with.
And I was talking to some kids
and I went over to the lunch
table to get a burger.
Dylan got the last one,
but then he gave me his
and it was so sweet
and he just, he just gave me
this look.
Hunger?
More like love at first sight.
And then we just clicked.
Did you raise the money
for the after-school programs?
Mmhmm. Double over what
we raised the year before.
What did you spend it on?
Which specific programs?
And did that effect your funding
from the city
or did that remain constant?
May I remind you, you are here
to write about a wedding.
Not the municipal budgets.
Right. Yeah, sorry. Sorry.
Um, instinct.
I used to be an investigative
reporter.
Trust me, I know.
Well, this seems like a
good place to stop for now.
I believe you two have
another appointment.
- Yes?
- Thank you.
Oh, yeah. Thank you.
Thanks.
Thomas?
Um, you know, as long as
I'm here,
I would love to speak
with the mayor
about his position on the future
of Evergreen Park.
Well, I'm sure you understand
the mayor's a busy man.
I do, it's just that Evergreen
Park is such an important issue.
Henry, just focus
on the wedding.
Please.
That was not my best work.
Oh.
Guess I'm a little rusty
when it comes to human
interest stories.
Hm, that's one way to put it.
I just can't help it though.
I've always been an
investigative reporter.
You know, when I was six
I busted Santa Claus
with a video camera
and a trip wire.
Oh.
The truth is, I don't really
know much about weddings though.
You speak bride.
Do you mind if I use that info
on the bridesmaids dresses
that you gave me?
Sure, yeah.
I'm happy to help.
I might have to reach out.
You know, just if I have
any follow-up questions.
Well, you know where
to find me, so...
In the spirit of the wedding,
I do!
Uh, do you want me
to walk you out?
- Sure, yeah.
- Ok.
Hey, Alexis.
How's it going?
Um, Nora texted.
Chloe muddled the order for
the centerpieces for the shower
and now everybody is texting me,
asking where to go
for the shower
because it's not updated
on the bridal website,
but we don't have a location.
So...
Well, hey, Alexis, this is
exactly the sort of thing
that I am here to help
you with, ok?
Look, first, I am going to iron
out the mishap with the florist.
And I have a connection
at the Arbor Club.
That would be the perfect
location for your shower.
And you know what?
I can get them to contact Chloe,
so she won't even know
that I helped.
- That would be great.
- Yeah.
Shannon just texted.
Apparently some designer
she knows
wants to provide the
bridesmaids dresses,
but we chose the dresses.
Well, I'll handle that too.
You just tell me
what you want me to do.
Whatever causes
the lease conflict.
Ok, Alexis, this is
your wedding.
You get to decide what you want.
The colors, the styles,
everything.
I just want everything
to go smoothly.
Did you know that Dylan's team
wanted us to use the team colors
for the wedding?
What are the team colors?
Red, white and blue.
Even Thomas thought it would
be too on the nose
for the campaign so, it took
Thomas and the team owner
over a week to compromise
on my bouquet.
Yeah, I know.
Sometimes people just
get so focused
on the details of a wedding
that they kind of forget
what it's all really about.
And that's just celebrating
your love
with your family and your
friends, right?
So, we're gonna fix this.
Starting with the
bridesmaids dresses.
Which one do you want?
The original ones we chose.
And I like those ones.
Ok, great.
Then that's what we're wearing.
Don't worry about anything, ok?
That's my job.
Thank you.
Sorry to interrupt.
Maggie, a word please?
Uh, sure.
Did you need help
with something?
You seem to get along
with that reporter quite well.
Uh, yeah.
Yeah, well he seems nice.
Yes. Yes, he is nice.
He has also been assigned
to cover this story
every day until the wedding.
Oh, uh, every day.
Wow. Ok.
So, we would very much
appreciate it
if you could sort of be
his press liaison.
Sorry, I don't
really understand.
Just keep him focused on the
wedding and away from the mayor.
That's not really part
of my job.
Isn't it?
As I recall, your job is to make
sure the wedding goes well
for the bride and not to let
any other concerns
distract from her big day.
I mean, I guess I could show him
the ins and outs of the wedding.
Perfect. That's all
we're asking.
Ok.
Oh, and Maggie,
whatever happens,
just don't tell him that you're
a professional bridesmaid.
Of course.
Great.
Oh, thank you!
These are gonna make
the perfect centerpieces
for the bridal shower.
Thanks.
- Hey.
- Oh, hey.
Thomas said you'd be coming by.
Yeah, he has got me chasing
a late-breaking story
involving, um... Daffodils.
Oh, well those are daisies,
but so close.
So close.
Next time.
Well hey, it looks like I am
your new wedding liaison,
whether you like it or not.
Oh, I'm not complaining...
about the company, at least.
Not sure what you can teach me
about weddings though.
Ok wait, come here.
Come here.
Ok, look.
These are all the different
kinds of bouquets
that the florist is making
for weddings this week.
And this is a fun fact.
Did you know that the wedding
bouquet dates back
to ancient times
when brides would carry
different kinds of herbs
or flowers
to ward off evil spirits?
Oh, just like how the
bridesmaids would wear
the same dress to confuse
evil spirits?
Huh. Yeah.
Sure were a lot of evil spirits
back then.
But then, in the Middle Ages,
the bouquet helped
in different ways.
See, brides were considered
to be lucky,
so after a wedding
guests might try to rip off
a piece of the bride's outfit
for some good luck themselves.
Well, that doesn't sound
very lucky to me.
Precisely, which is why
a bouquet
became something
that a bride would toss
as she made a hasty exit
in all of the chaos.
Oooh.
Well, all these
complicated rituals
just to get to
two simple words...
I do.
Well, yeah.
I guess, but I don't know,
I kind of think that
all the rituals
are what make a wedding
so important, you know?
It's all the ancient traditions
complete with the
wonderful outfits.
Really, it's all about making
a lifelong commitment
in front of your family
and your friends.
Kind of like a public promise
between two people
to love and support each other
in the good times and the bad.
Can you... would you mind
slowing down,
'cause this is really
good stuff, I mean...
Mmhmm.
No, I mean, people
love weddings, right?
But, you know, usually
for the frills
and you clearly like
the meaning behind things.
Yeah, I do.
I don't know, I mean, the way
that I see it,
the best moments in life.
I think they come from the
people that you share them with.
Mmhmm.
And the history before.
So... I don't know.
I kind of think it's all tied
together somehow.
Yeah, so like you don't have
a story
until you have the full context.
Something like that.
But, uh, come on.
You, this is all silly to you.
No, no.
I never said that.
Uh-huh.
No, I... I believe
in all those things.
Um, you know,
love and commitment
and I just think
that it's a little funny
that sometimes love
and commitment
come down to choosing
buttercream or fondue frosting.
Fondue? I'm pretty sure that
you meant fondant, not fondue.
- Oh.
- Yeah.
I'm very glad that you are
not in charge
of picking out the wedding cake.
- Ok, ok.
- Disgusting.
Anyway, my point is that,
um, you have given me
a lot to think about.
My mind is officially boggled.
So...
So thank you.
You're welcome.
Girls, this is all so perfect.
Yeah, thanks Shannon
for treating us all to this.
Oh, it's one of the perks
of the job.
I just have to make a post
or two, #spa-life.
Drink it in, ladies.
Speaking of drinking it in,
this wine you brought
is delicious, Maisie.
What is this, a Chablis?
It's uh... oh, it's
a secret recipe.
Uh, all I know is that
it's delicious.
I'll get you a couple bottles.
Oh, thank you.
Yeah, I'd love it.
But, I do need to cut out soon
so Tad and I
can check out a DJ
for our reception.
Just wait till you see
the bridesmaids dresses
that Fabrizzio Lux wants
to send.
Trim-silk camisoles,
matching column skirts.
We're all sample sizes, right?
But, Shannon, we already chose
the bridesmaids dresses.
No one says no to Fabrizzio.
Uh, you know, I couldn't agree
with you more.
You couldn't?
I did a deep dive into his work
and his dresses are amazing.
But, his accessories
are even better.
So, I had a little idea.
I was thinking, since our
dresses are already picked out,
what if we had him handle
our accessories?
You know, like the best
of both worlds?
- Yeah.
- Smart. I'll text him now.
Great.
Thank you.
Well, I have good news too.
The perfect venue reached out
with a promotion
and I was able to book it
for your bridal shower!
Do you need any help
with anything?
You know, with uh,
gift bags or games
or, hey, what about the e-vites?
I already sent them out.
Oh, ok.
Oh, what about
the wedding website?
All taken care of.
But thanks, Maisie,
for offering.
Gotcha.
I read your new piece.
I loved the part where you tied
the bride's wedding bouquet
to the bouquets role in history.
Is all that true?
Yeah, 100 percent.
Actually, between you and me,
one of the bridesmaids
took pity on me so you may have
an inside source.
Maybe if you ask her nicely
she'll take pity on you again.
And what's all that?
Oh, this is my next big scoop.
Stop the presses
because I have been invited
to help come pick up the wedding
gown from the fitters.
Hm.
I am going to need your help.
I'm in unfamiliar territory.
Oh, woah, what is all of this?
Ruching, a Blouson waist.
- Mmhmm.
- And a surplus neckline.
Wow. Someone has been doing
their homework.
Well, what can I say,
a reporter has to know
their subject.
And today, the subject is...
Is this.
Ok, I'm gonna teach you
a couple basics
that you need to know.
Yeah.
Starting with... styles.
Oh, okay, some brides
want something romantic.
Uh-huh.
Soft and uh, whimsical
and very feminine.
On you it works.
Ok. Hold this.
Ok, alright.
And for other brides...
Other brides, it is
all about... oh!
- The accessories.
- Oh.
The fancy appliqus and the
beading and all the sequins.
Certainly makes a statement.
Yeah. A bold one.
There you go.
And then, other brides,
they want something modern
or fairy tale, or artistic.
And if it was for you?
For me?
Which one would you chose?
I would pick...
Yeah.
See? It's simple
and elegant.
Dum, dum, dum, dum...
Dum, dum, dum, dum...
No wait, no, stop the music.
I can't go through
with this wedding.
Oh, no. But the dress
is perfect!
Have you ever thought about
walking down the aisle...
as a bride?
No comment.
In my line of work, no comment
usually means yes.
Are you always so mysterious?
Are you always so inquisitive?
Of course.
If there's something
I'm interested in.
Or, you know, someone,
in this case.
I'm sorry though, I don't...
I don't mean to pry.
Ok. Uh, so, David and I,
we met in college.
Started dating.
And he always said that
he was gonna propose
after he finished his masters,
but, uh, well the closer and
closer we got to the wedding,
the more distant that he got.
And then eventually he told me
that he wasn't sure
if he was ready for
that kind of commitment.
Two days before the wedding
I said thanks but no thanks.
Yeah, I don't know.
I just feel like the man I marry
one day should be all in.
I think you made
the right decision.
Ok, so what about you?
No comment.
No comment?
No, no, no.
A reporter has to answer
questions too.
Fair enough.
Um, when my last
relationship ended,
I was busy chasing leads
for this big story.
It turns out the real story, um,
was that she was seeing
somebody else.
And I... I missed it.
I'm sorry.
Anyway, this has been
very illuminating for me.
Yes.
So, um, any bride who wades
through thousands of options
without losing her mind
deserves a medal.
Yeah. Mmhmm.
I think, I have
my next story, actually.
- Oh?
- Thanks to you.
Well, no problem.
- One last follow-up question.
- Mmhmm.
Do you have time to grab
a drink or something?
Just professionally, of course.
Just to say thanks
for all your help.
I so want to. I really,
really do,
but I'm supposed to be getting
everything together
for the bridal shower
and picking up wine
and all that kind of stuff.
Pretty partial to a good Shiraz.
You?
No, I'm more of a Syrah
person myself.
Syrah and Shiraz
are the same grape.
Yeah. I was just kidding.
Ok.
- It's like que Syrah, Shiraz.
- Here's the dress, thank you.
- You're welcome.
- Thanks.
Ok, bye, Henry.
Bye.
Maggie!
Oh!
Just a heads up, since
the wedding will be held
on the mansion grounds,
for security purposed we'll be
doing a little walk-through here
tomorrow morning with Nora,
the wedding planner.
Yeah, ok, great.
I will be here.
Meanwhile, I've been receiving
quite a few calls from guests
asking about the location
of the bridal shower.
Now, isn't this something
you should be handling
instead of me?
Yes.
Ok, well, technically, since
Chloe is the Maid of Honor,
she is the one in charge.
But, between you and me,
I helped her secure
a great location
but she assures me that she has
the rest totally under control.
Please see that she does.
Will do.
Thank you, Maggie.
Thank you, Thomas.
So the caterers are confirmed
and the carpenters will assemble
the arbor on Friday and...
Ok, Maggie.
What's going on?
Hm?
Oh, no, it's nothing.
Come on, when you invited me
to dinner
I knew something was up.
Spill.
Ok.
So, Alexis wants to get closer
to Chloe
but she doesn't want me stepping
on Chloe's toes
with the planning.
But, the bridal shower
is in only two days
and there is still so much
left to do.
So, I have to make sure
that the shower goes off
without a hitch while somehow
doing it all on the sly.
I don't know.
This is not like you, Maggie.
You never get flustered.
Maybe I'm losing my touch.
Is there something else
going on?
Ok, well, Thomas is using me to
distract that reporter, Henry,
from cornering the mayor
for some kind of interview.
They asked you to do that?
Yeah. Ok, and that's not
the worst part.
The worst part is that
Henry is... he's really nice.
I haven't connected with anyone
in a really long time
and I can't even tell him
the truth.
And I know that working
under cover
and all that is part of the job,
but this is the first time
I feel really bad about
misleading somebody.
I'm sorry, Maggie.
If you tell him the truth,
it'll be a PR nightmare.
Yeah. I know, I know.
Just hang in there.
Deliver on this wedding
and then you'll get your
recommendation from the mayor.
You're right.
I just have to keep a
professional distance.
I just hate having to hide
who I really am.
Hi, uh, Luanne's Gifts?
I was calling to confirm
the goodie bags
for the Shepard shower tomorrow?
Oh, no, not a baby shower.
This is definitely
a bridal shower.
Yes, I am sure.
Bridal shower, not baby shower.
And actually, while I have you,
can you confirm the quantity
that was ordered?
Oh, yeah, that should actually
be three dozen.
Not 360.
Just probably a little typo.
Can you make that correction
and just reimburse the card
on file?
That would be great.
Ok, thanks so much.
Bye.
Someone's busy.
Oh, yeah, tell me about it.
I feel like I am going
a little crazy
trying to keep everything
on track for the shower.
Some of the things
were never done.
You know, actually, it looks
like Chloe never put
the address for the shower
onto the wedding website.
So, gotta fix that too.
But, actually, we gotta go
to your presentation.
So, let's go.
So, I'll create an aisle here
lined elegantly with chairs
on each side for the ceremony.
Then after the ceremony,
we'll transform the space
with lighting, romantic decor,
then your guests can head over
to the gorgeous tent
for dinner and dancing.
- That sounds perfect.
- Mmhmm.
Great! Are we still at
100 guests?
We're currently at 150.
We have to make sure
that all of the mayor's
top supporters are invited.
Yes, can't forget them.
Thomas, can I have a look
at that list?
Yes, I suppose.
Hey, don't worry, honey.
I'll go talk it through
with him, okay?
Thank you.
Hey.
Are you, are you ok?
Yeah. I'm just thinking about
my mom.
How is everything going
with the shower?
I'm on it.
Could you confirm with Chloe
that Darlene is coming, please?
Yes, I already did, but I will
double-check for you.
- Thank you.
- Yeah.
Hey, Thomas, sorry,
just wanted to catch up
before you ran off.
Um, what is happening
with the one-on-one
I requested with the mayor?
The mayor is extremely busy.
Yeah, you mentioned that,
it's just that the public trail
is so important
and I really think the voters
deserve to know
where the mayor stands.
Yes, well I'll be sure
to pass that along.
But let me just remind you
why you're here, though.
Oh, never mind.
There he is.
- Maisie?
- Yeah.
Your help would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Oh, oh... Henry!
Henry! Henry, hey!
- Hi.
- Hi.
Do you want to share a ride
to the dance lesson?
Um...
Sure.
- Great.
- Great.
- Hello.
- Hi.
Partner up, everyone.
It's time for our dance lesson.
No one wants a wedding party
who doesn't know how to dance.
Today, I'll be teaching you
the basic steps
for a few different
styles of dance.
I think we'll begin with a waltz
which of course is a much more
romantic style of dance.
Perfect for a wedding.
Ok.
Partner up, please.
Looks like we are just
one guy short, so...
Best man's caught in traffic.
Well, I see a warm body.
- Are you-me?
- Uh-huh.
Oh, no. I'm just here
to cover the story.
Well, you can cover it
from the dance floor.
Yes, but then that would make me
part of the story.
Which is crossing a journalistic
red line.
A gentleman does not leave
a young lady waiting.
Now!
Dance!
Sorry, about this.
Don't be sorry. I mean,
it could be fun.
Yeah.
Everyone follow along.
Um, ok.
I'm just gonna show you a basic
waltz step, I guess.
Ok, so, give me your hand.
Ok.
And put this one on my back.
Ok.
So, just follow me.
So we're gonna go back,
and to the side,
now back to you,
and now this way.
Yeah. Like that.
Uh, this seems kind of hard.
You got it.
Ok, so maybe, um,
something like this?
Ok. You know how to dance?
Explain, please.
My parents are
dance instructors,
so I took my first steps
on a dance floor.
You are just full of surprises.
And you are full of mystery.
Yeah, dancing is like
the one thing at a wedding
I can pull off.
By the way, I know
what you're up to.
You do?
You've clearly been asked to
keep me away from the mayor.
Uh...
Right?
I'm sorry about that, I just...
It's kind of a long story
and I'm stuck in the middle.
That's alright.
I'm used to dancing
around obstacles.
Oh.
I'll corner the mayor
eventually.
Ok, so, uh, what exactly
did you want to talk to him
about anyway?
Heard you mention
Evergreen Park?
Yeah. There's a proposal
to build condos
right in the middle of it.
Can they do that?
They can if they have approval.
- But enough about work.
- Yeah.
Although I haven't had
a chance to write about
the most interesting part
of the wedding.
What's that?
You.
- Me?
- Yeah.
Really?
You know, getting a bridesmaid's
perspective on things.
Oh. Yeah.
You know, it could be
a good story.
Yeah.
So...
how about dinner later?
Need to keep tabs on me, right?
You'll know exactly where I am.
Ok, this is just dinner, right?
Mmhmm.
And not a date?
- Oh, no.
- Mmhmm.
- Just asking you questions.
- Mmhmm.
And I will just answer them.
So, I guess, we can do that.
Oh, good.
Good.
That was just...
Uh, no. I liked Alexis
from the minute that we met.
We just, we clicked.
I really am so happy
for her and Dylan.
So, we've established
that you love weddings.
Mmhmm.
But is there a specific part
that stands out?
A wedding is such a
life-changing experience.
It's like a day when everything
just feels right in the world.
Right.
Ok, um, I think I sound
obsessed. I'm sorry.
No. Well, yes,
but it's endearing.
Ok.
So, where do you think
this obsession comes from?
Uh, yeah, I think it came
from my dad.
He was a justice of the peace.
I spent a lot of my weekends
with him, helping him out.
So, yeah, I kind of found my joy
at weddings.
Mmhmm.
You still do? I mean, look,
what you do for a living.
What... What do you mean?
You're a wine distributor.
You must go to weddings
all the time.
Yeah. Sorry, I mean yeah.
I like to peak in on the
weddings of some of my clients.
So, what about you?
How did you get into journalism?
Um, you know, I've just always
loved reporting.
You know, working my sources
and digging up the facts.
You know, I'm gonna take my
reporter hat off now, though,
because I am at a beautiful
restaurant
with a beautiful woman.
Well, so, do you still think
that weddings
are a big ol' waste of time?
You know what?
Thanks to you, maybe
I'm starting to see them
in a new light.
What?
Oh, hey, fun fact.
Did you know that merlot means
young blackbird in French?
- I did not.
- Mmhmm.
- That is fun.
- Mmhmm.
But this is Chianti.
Hey.
Still trying to find the perfect
dress for the shower?
Well, with everyone making
all the other wedding choices,
this is one of the few choices
I can make on my own.
- One problem.
- Hm?
I can't decide.
Is this too long?
Uh, no. No, I personally love
tea length.
But the one with the sleeves?
That's nice too.
I don't know.
Hey, what if I told you
that I have one more option
to show you?
Hold on.
You want to try on
one more dress?
- That's my mom's.
- Mmhmm.
Where did you find it?
The truth is,
I could not stop thinking about
that photo of your mom
you showed me in
the living room.
Where your dad was sworn in
as mayor.
Just something about
your mom in this dress
was really special.
So, I asked your dad
and he pointed me to the attic
and, I don't know,
I just thought it was worth
a shot.
I always loved this dress.
So, do you think you found
the perfect dress
for the shower now?
- I think so.
- Yay!
Oh, and Darlene,
she's gonna be at the shower?
Yes. Yeah, I peaked at Chloe's
list at the dance rehearsal
and she definitely rsvp'd.
Ok.
So Darlene's pretty important
to you, huh?
She was there for me
when my mom was sick.
I want her at the bridal shower
so that she knows how important
she still is to me.
Who's ready for
their bridal shower?
- Yes!
- Ok.
Oh, nice.
Um, Chloe? Chloe, can
I talk to you one second?
Um, this isn't really the venue
for the bridal shower.
Of course it is.
I booked it myself.
No, no, sorry, the shower
is at the Arbor Club.
Oh, the Arbor Club.
They called me with an offer.
Yeah, exactly.
But I already booked
this place, so.
This phone keep buzzing.
Uh...
Why am I getting texts
that there are guests waiting
at the Arbor Club?
Ok, um this is all my fault.
I put the wrong address
on the wedding website.
Why would you do that?
Do you know what?
I will fix everything.
You just take
Alexis upstairs, ok?
Honestly, Maisie.
Ok.
Um...
Um...
Hi. Uh, you wouldn't happen to
have a shuttle van, would you?
Maisie, there you are.
You've been gone for 20 minutes.
Is everything ok?
Yeah, no, just a small hiccup
that should be solved shortly.
But, uh... wow.
Look at the amazing job
that Chloe did in here.
I was just saying
that everything looks
so beautiful and... intimate.
Oh, well you know some of
the guests they got held up
but they should be here
in no time.
I don't see Darlene,
is she one of the guests
that got held up?
Uh, well Darlene rsvp'd
so she should be here soon.
But, you know, for now I just
need you to stay in the moment
because otherwise
your shower will be over
and you'll have missed
the whole thing, right?
You're right. I should just
pull myself together.
- Classic picture!
- Oh, go ahead.
You guys are so cute.
Is that dress vintage, Lex?
Yes. Yes.
- Oh!
- Hey.
- Hi!
- Fancy seeing you here.
Yeah.
Is everything ok?
Yes.
Yes.
No, I'm just so surprised
to see you at a bridal shower.
Really thought that's where
you would draw the line.
Oh, there is no line anymore.
I guess I'm caught up
in the story.
Oh.
Oh, my editor wants me to take
some pics this time, so.
Oh.
Mind if I snap a few of you?
Of me?
Oh, I mean, surely you could use
any of the other
bridesmaids here.
Why would I do that?
I don't know if I want to be
in the article.
Please.
Ok. Ok, fine.
Yeah, sure.
Ok.
Oh.
Oh, what?
Oh, no something in my teeth?
You're making the flowers
look bad.
- Ok, go do your job!
- You do your job.
What, my, job?
You're a bridesmaid.
Your job is to have fun.
That's right. Have fun.
- I am having fun.
- Good.
Yes. Oh, hi. Ok, thank goodness
you guys are here.
Um, here, come
and sit over here.
Welcome to the bridal shower.
Yes!
See.
- I still don't see Darlene.
- Oh.
Lunch is about to be served
and I was going to do my speech.
Oh.
What's wrong?
Darlene, her mom's friend,
still isn't here.
Oh, but Darlene is here.
She is?
That's Darlene right there.
No, that's Darlene Hastings.
She works with my dad.
My mom's friend is
Darlene Hughes.
Oh.
Their names are so close.
Wait, does this mean that
Darlene Hughes wasn't invited
to the shower at all?
I must have confused
the two Darlenes
and left one off when
I sent out the e-vites.
And that means when I
double-checked your list
I must have thought
that Darlene was invited.
It's no one's fault.
We all know whose fault it is,
it's mine.
No, no, Alexis.
I am so sorry.
No, I just, um... I think
I need some air.
Um...
Maisie, is there anything
I can do to help?
Henry, I'm so sorry.
I have to go.
My friends and associates
sent to the wrong location?
We hired you to make sure
this exact sort of thing
didn't happen.
I'm so sorry for letting
you down.
It's not about letting me down,
you let Alexis down.
She was heartbroken
that Darlene wasn't there.
You should have headed this off.
I understand if you want
to terminate our agreement.
That's not gonna happen.
Lex?
It might be best if we...
Best for who, Dad?
Maggie's job is supporting me,
not managing optics.
- Alexis, it's ok...
- No.
Chloe resisted you
every step of the way.
And, being forced to keep tabs
on Henry couldn't have helped.
I simply suggested that
she combine her current duties
with a little PR.
I have given in on every
decision on this wedding.
My wedding.
But I'm not budging on this.
Maggie stays.
Well, I guess we've been told.
Maisie?
Maisie.
- Oh, hey.
- Hey.
Hi.
Wait, what are you doing here?
You don't really look like
you're dressed for a hike.
Oh right, yeah, no.
I was hoping I would run
into you.
Really?
- Yeah.
- Oh.
Remember when we first met,
you said you came out here
to de-stress?
Mmhmm.
Well, yesterday
you seemed stressed.
So, sorry we didn't get
to talk more then.
No, I'm sorry.
I just was feeling really bad
that I let Alexis down is all.
Well, I mean, you're
just one bridesmaid.
You can't take responsibility
for everything that happens.
I don't know about that.
I mean, Alexis is a friend now.
Now?
No, I mean, she's always
been a friend.
Right.
I just wish that the shower
had gone more smoothly is all.
But hey, I read your article
on it and it was really nice.
- Oh?
- Yeah.
You really wrote from the heart
on that one.
Well, I had a lot of help.
So, my next article is
gonna be on this place.
Well, the development plans
for it, at least.
It's great that you're bringing
public awareness to it.
I have only been in town
for a little bit
and I already love it here.
It seems like a lot of people
love this trail too, so.
Yeah, still need the mayor
to weigh in though.
And of course he's avoiding me.
Well, I mean, pressuring at home
doesn't seem to be working,
so maybe you just have to wait
until after the wedding.
Yeah, or after the election.
Yeah.
Maybe, yeah.
Hey, what's up?
What is it?
You don't have to hide anything
from me.
No, I just don't always know
what I'm aloud to say to you.
You know, as your
press contact and all
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
Well, you won't always be
my press contact. Right?
Do you want to go on a date?
Hm?
After the wedding?
Like a date date?
Yeah.
Yeah. Yeah, I would
really like to.
Yeah.
I mean, if you still want to,
by then.
Well, why wouldn't I?
No reason.
Ok.
Oh, uh, hold on.
Sorry, one second.
Oh.
Something important?
Um, actually yeah.
I'm sorry, I have to go.
- Ok.
- Ok.
- Ok, bye.
- Bye.
Maisie, thanks for coming
so quickly.
Hey.
I hope you don't mind.
I was getting my fitting done.
Is everything ok?
Not really.
Um, this morning I saw a big
refund on my credit card
from the gift bag vendor.
When I called to see
if it was an error,
they told me what you did.
Yeah, no, um... look, I'm really
sorry about that.
I should have, I should have
talked to you...
Don't be.
You fixed my mistake.
Just one, in a long line.
I hadn't even remembered to put
vegan options on the menu
until lunch was being served.
And I'm vegan!
Maybe if I had started sooner
I wouldn't have gotten
so overwhelmed,
but... you helped me.
I'm not sure how helpful
I was by
sending half the guests to the
wrong shower location, but...
Which you fixed.
I mean it, Maisie, thank you.
You're welcome.
I can't stop thinking
about Alexis' face
when Darlene didn't show up.
I let Alexis down
in a big way... once again.
What do you mean, "once again"?
The summer Aunt Carol was sick,
I was off on my travels.
I didn't come back to help.
You were doing your own thing,
you know.
I'm sure that Alexis
understands that.
Alexis wedding,
I thought this was my chance
to prove I could be there
for her.
I think I understand
why you wanted to be Maid
of Honor so much.
I just wish I could make it up
to Alexis
like when we were little.
Why? What did you guys do?
Aunt Carol had this rule
for Alexis and me
when we were growing up.
If we had a tiff
playing together,
whoever made the other one mad
had to throw a tea party
in the backyard.
Hey, that's what we're gonna do.
Throw a tea party
in the backyard?
I have an idea.
So, have a look at
the new itinerary,
basically everything's been
pushed by about an hour.
Got it, thank you Thomas.
Oh, yeah, that looks great.
Thanks.
Mayor Shepard?
Mr. Whittington.
Caught me off guard.
I apologize.
I'm late for a meeting,
can't talk.
Got it.
I'm doing a story on the complex
at Evergreen Park.
Voters have a right to know
whether you're in favor
of rezoning to make way
for condos.
Actually, it may surprise you
but I am more focusing
on my daughter's wedding
right now.
I understand that, but
this is an important issue
that voters might
want to know about.
No comment.
I just don't think her end
should be...
Oh. Yeah, no.
Oh, Dad.
Hey, hun.
Did you want to look
at the seating chart?
Oh, I'm sure it's gonna
be great.
Uh, has Henry been asking you
about Evergreen Park?
Uh, he mentioned the rezoning.
But he's been really focused
on the wedding.
Anyway we can limit his access
moving forward?
He's been covering the wedding
just as you requested.
I'm afraid she's right, sir.
Cutting him off now might
stir up more trouble
and lead to even more reporters
and more questions.
So, we're stuck with him.
It would seem so.
Oh, that's just great.
No bad press.
Ok.
What are we doing here,
of all places?
It's a surprise.
Just trust me.
- And Chloe's here?
- Mmhmm.
I think that she has something
that she wants to tell you.
What is this place?
Everything looks amazing.
Does this remind you
of anything?
Like, when we were little
and one of us made a mistake.
Our backyard tea parties?
It's the least I could do, Lexi.
Chloe, it's ok.
No, it's not.
I let you down and not
just at the shower.
The summer I went abroad
while your mom was sick...
I should have been there
for you.
Oh.
I should have tried harder,
these past few weeks.
Maisie tried to help me
every step of the way,
I just was too blind
and too stubborn to listen.
But, I finally wised up
and I let her help on
a little surprise.
Oh, my goodness. Darlene!
I wouldn't have missed this
for the world.
This is just the best
surprise ever.
Oh.
Do you know what it means,
that you did this?
No.
I just cashed in a couple miles
and flew her in on a red eye.
No big deal. Really.
It means that you can
do anything.
Including stepping
into the spotlight
and letting yourself be seen.
Thank you.
Ok, come on.
Ok. I am going to... oh, uh...
I'll be right back.
- Ok.
- On second.
Well, well.
Didn't think that you were
a fan of afternoon tea.
Oh, you know I'm doing
a listicle.
- Hm.
- Yeah.
What brings you here?
Oh, just uh meeting up
with a couple friends.
Sounds like things
are going well.
Um, look Henry, I have to...
I have to tell you something.
Ok, sure.
Actually, I guess it's more like
I need to confess something.
This sounds serious.
Yeah, it kind of is.
Maisie!
Alright, we have to take a photo
of all of us together.
You have to be in it.
Wait, wait, wait.
What were you going to tell me?
Um, just that I...
Maisie!
I better go.
Okay. Bye.
Good luck with your listicle.
I'd say this assignment
has been a total success.
The professional bridesmaid
does it again.
Ah. The call of the kitchen.
I'm proud of you.
I'm not here to talk politics.
Neither am I.
I promise.
I just wanted to say one thing.
Only one.
Yes.
I wanted to apologize
for the gotcha moment
outside your office
the other day.
You might be the first
journalist
who's ever apologized
for anything.
We're not known
for our humility.
I could say the same thing
about politicians.
Right.
Why don't you call the office
and set up an appointment
to chat.
As much as it pains me,
you're right.
The voters do need to know
where I stand on Evergreen Park.
Preserving green spaces
in urban areas
is a high priority of mine.
Really?
Absolutely.
Thank you, Mr. Mayor.
Of course.
Call it kismet or karma
or pure luck.
Whatever the reason, I am
incredible grateful
that Alexis and Dylan
have found each other
and I just can't wait to see
them get married tomorrow.
And uh, if Alexis's mother,
Carol, were here,
she would be..
She'd be smiling too.
And, I know that she'd say,
heaven honey,
don't hold this up with
one of your long speeches.
So, um, here's to Alexis
and Dylan
and a wonderful life together.
To Alexis and Dylan!
To Alexis and Dylan!
- Thank you, Dad.
- I'm so proud of you, honey.
Hi.
Well, that was a wonderful
speech, Mr. Mayor.
It's just hard to believe
the wedding's tomorrow.
Oh.
How's our girl doing?
You know, she's in...
she's in really high spirits.
You deserve a lot of credit
for that.
You have helped
Alexis enormously.
Thank you. That really means
a lot to me.
A professional bridesmaid...
I mean, it might be one of the
odder careers I've run across,
but you are worth every penny
and more, Maggie.
I'm pretty sure you mean Maisie.
Yes, yeah, well not
for much longer though, right?
Maisie?
I'm more of a Syrah person,
myself.
Syrah and Shiraz
are the same grape.
Oh, and uh, Emma Spencer
from Midwestern Savings
is here tonight
and I will introduce you later
as promised.
Oh, yes. Thank you.
Thanks.
Maggie.
Uh, yeah.
Oh, sorry, I thought
that you said Maisie.
No. No, you didn't, Maggie.
I don't have to be
a reporter to know
when I'm not being told
the truth.
I um...
Uh...
Follow me. Come here.
I'm so sorry, sorry.
I kept seeing red flags
and I just kept ignoring them
'cause I guess I wanted
to trust you.
Please can you
just let me explain?
I don't understand, why could
you not just tell me the truth?
I'm sorry that I didn't
just tell you the truth, ok?
But my job requires me
to be anonymous.
I help brides get through
their big day
with the least amount
of stress possible.
Well, you've kept me
from the real story.
You kept me from
who you really are.
Ok, but I promise that I was
going to tell you the truth.
As soon as the wedding was over.
Everything that I feel for you,
Henry, it's all real.
Look, I have to ask you,
are you planning on putting
any of this in the article
now that you know the truth?
Because you really can't
do that, please.
Did you really ask me that?
Am I just some tabloid
reporter to you?
No, no, Henry, no.
Come on, please, you know me
better than that.
I thought I did.
Henry, please.
What's with the text you sent?
Yeah, Kay, hate to ask
but can someone else cover
the wedding today,
cause I want to focus completely
on the Evergreen Park story.
Tell me why you want
off the wedding.
Uh, let's just say I got
taken in by a source
Hm.
And I fell into a journalist's
biggest no-no,
which I became part
of the story.
You wrote a lot about a certain
Maisie, your inside source.
Thought you didn't have
a nose for news.
Well, Henry, I might not be
an investigative reporter,
but I am a woman.
And it seems like this "source"
means a lot to you.
Uh... What if she wasn't
telling me the whole story?
What's your heart telling you?
Are you ok?
No, not really.
Don't be so hard on yourself.
Yeah, kind of tough not to be.
I really like Henry.
I was so close to the finish
line, too.
And you're positive Henry
won't share
this big scoop with the world?
I mean, he was so hurt
that I even asked.
You had to ask, sweetie.
This is your career
we're talking about.
But now Henry thinks
I'm an imposter,
so, uh, yeah, that's that.
Hey, listen.
You are the most authentic
person I've ever met.
And if Henry can't see that,
that's his problem.
Is it?
'Cause it kind of feels
like mine.
Ok.
Be honest.
Do I look ok?
You look beyond beautiful.
You look incredible, sweetheart.
Thanks, Dad.
Looking for someone?
Yeah, I was just...
I was hoping that Henry
would be here.
Sorry, Maggie.
Ok, it's time for you to go in.
Hi.
Friends, family and loved ones.
We come together, here today,
to witness the union
of Dylan and Alexis.
We gather around them now,
in this wonderful place
and we look on with love
and hope
as these two begin their new
life together as one.
But most of all I love you
Come on.
Congratulations.
Thank you
I wish I could say
the same for you.
I know you didn't get
what you wanted.
Oh, no, actually your dad agreed
to sit down with me for a real
one-on-one after the wedding.
That's not what I was
talking about.
You know, for a reporter,
you're missing the main story.
And that is?
Maggie is a professional
bridesmaid
who can turn any wedding around?
No.
The story about how
wonderful she is.
She may have come here as
a professional bridesmaid,
but she became a true friend.
Maggie may not have told you
who she is and what she does,
but she couldn't, for my sake.
Mmhmm.
And after getting to know her,
I can tell you one thing
for sure.
Her feelings for you are real.
Maybe you're right.
Mmhmm.
- I..
- Yeah.
Ok.
- Hi.
- Hi.
I was hoping that
you'd come tonight.
Yeah, I um, didn't know how
I felt about everything.
But, wanted to see it through.
I'm sorry that I wasn't honest
with you.
I wanted to tell you who I was.
I so wanted to and I almost did.
I kept thinking about
your last relationship
and I just kept getting in
deeper and deeper and I don't...
I understand.
I shouldn't have put you
in the position, I'm sorry.
Well, you know,
the first amendment
protects the journalists
sources.
You needed to be discreet,
so I get it.
You know, only you could make
the constitution sound romantic.
Somehow.
Would you like to dance with me?
I mean, what would people think?
Then you would become
part of the story.
One way to find out.
I always hoped,
I always dreamed
I'd find someone like you.
A love for all seasons
You look really beautiful.
I love you more than...
Thank you.
You look really nice too.
Thank you.
Oh.
Looks like they like
our dancing.
Yeah.
Although, I did
discover recently
that it's ok to step
into the spotlight.
And who's this person
that I'm dancing with?
Well, my name is
Maggie Marie Bailey
and I like weddings
and I like hiking
and I, uh, what was
the other one?
Oh yeah, I really like you.
Just like a dream
don't want to leave
Higher than the sun
I love you more than
Than there are
grains of sand
I put my life right
into your hands
All this love, I
give it back to you
The public has spoken.
Yes, I think that they have.
Well, you know, thanks to you
and your articles,
this park is now safe
once and for all.
I guess you can still write
serious news.
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
Good, cause I'm back
to covering City Hall.
- Well, isn't that perfect.
- Yeah.
You sure you have enough
time for a hike
because wedding season
is right around the corner.
Oh, yeah well I'm pretty sure
that my new employee,
Marguerite, has it covered.
I think that I could use
a little bit of a hiatus
from weddings for a bit.
- One last follow-up question.
- Mmhmm.
What are you gonna do
with all that down time?
Boss lady.
I was thinking of spending it
with you.
Good answer.
Alright, shall we?
We shall.
Ok.
Oh, sorry!
Ok.
Ok. Who's ready to get married?
Maggie!
You definitely saved the day,
Maggie.
All in a wedding day's work.
I still don't see how
you got the dress
across town so quickly.
Well, a professional bridesmaid
never reveals her secrets.
Oh, they are ready for photos
and the bride is looking
for you.
Ok, uh, oh.
Hold this.
Are these... veil weights?
Yeah.
So, the breeze doesn't blow
the veil out of place.
What else have you got in there?
Anything a bride might night.
You know, we've got,
uh, stress balls.
Chalk to cover up
any wine stains.
Uh-huh.
EpiPen for any guest
who forgot to mention
- that they have a nut allergy.
- Ah.
And I always keep a stand-in
wedding ring.
You'd be shocked how often
the best man loses the real one.
Maggie... We're about
to do photos outside
but I'd love to get one with you
and the bridesmaids.
Yeah, of course.
I wouldn't miss it.
Oh, I'll talk to you later?
9:00 PM your place.
- Let's go, let's go!
- Have fun.
Say bridesmaids!
You are a lifesaver.
Actually, I'd say you are.
The way the bride's parents
were singing your praises.
Business is booming, I take it?
A little too much, actually.
I have been spending so much
time at weddings lately
that when I try to go to sleep,
I actually count groomsmen.
They're never where
they're supposed to be.
- Groomsmen?
- Yeah.
Maybe your subconscious is
trying to tell you something.
Yeah, that I need a vacation.
I was going to say romance.
Oh! Haha. Very funny.
Too bad you couldn't
clone yourself.
My thoughts exactly.
Which is actually why
I have been planning
to scale my business.
So, after I get seed money,
I was thinking of hiring
five bridesmaids,
training them and then I can
spread happiness far and wide.
I even wrote up a little
business plan.
Professional Bridesmaids Inc.
Mmhmm.
Maggie! That is
a fantastic idea.
Thanks. Now, if only
the bank agreed.
They just shot down my loan
request yet again.
They need references but
I can't give up my clients.
Yeah, that's the thing
about this job.
A lot of clients want you
under the radar
so doing it well means no one
knows that you're working at all.
Well, I may have a solution.
Yeah?
I know you were planning
on taking a break, but...
you heard that over on Columbus
the mayor's daughter's
getting married?
Yeah, I mean, hard not to.
It's like Ohio's version
of a Kennedy wedding.
Well, their wedding planner
dropped out.
Well, actually,
more like got fired.
What? What happened?
He was getting kickbacks
from the vendors
and the mayor doesn't want
even a hint of bad press.
Anyway, they hired me
to replace him.
What? Nora, that's amazing.
Oh, my gosh.
You're gonna nail it.
Thanks!
But, with a stressed-out bride
and the wedding in only
two weeks,
they could really use
someone like you.
And maybe it'll help
with your loan situation.
They mayor has a lot of
connections, including bankers.
Maybe a word from him
is exactly what you need.
Ooof. I mean, that would
be amazing.
Glad you think so
'cause I already mentioned you
to the mayor and he's intrigued.
This could be great
for the both of you.
I don't know, two weeks?
I mean that's like, really,
really soon.
I know, I know it is,
but, you'll talk to him anyway,
right?
Ok. Ok, I will talk to him.
Yes!
How's this one?
The focus group's prefer
the sleeves rolled up, sir.
Ready to take hold of the city's
biggest problems.
Spoken like a true
campaign manager.
Hi.
Can we help you?
Your uh, your wedding planner
called me.
I'm Maggie Bailey.
Right, you must be the...
- Let's take five, shall we?
- Yeah.
Please.
Oh, thank you.
You must be the... I,
I... I don't actually even know
what you call it.
The professional bridesmaid.
Right.
So, how is that different
from a wedding planner?
My job is all about
bridal support.
So, a meddling mother in law?
I have museum day passes handy.
Bickering bridesmaids?
I keep spas on speed-dial.
See the, uh, the pressures
of being a bride
can be really overwhelming
and so my job is
to keep it easy and fun
while handling
all those last-minute problems
that always seem to come up.
Oh, and they will.
That's what my wife used to say.
Yeah.
Um... we lost my wife, Carol,
three years ago.
Oh.
She was the perfect partner
in every way.
I wouldn't have been elected
to the school council,
let alone mayor if not
for her grace and tact.
Well, I'm so sorry.
She sounds very special, sir.
She was just like Alexis.
Lexi stepped right
into her shoes.
She helped keep my
constituents happy
and I want to give her
the wedding she deserves.
Our current challenge
is the mayor is facing
a special election in
just under two months
and we've invited press
to cover the wedding.
I completely understand,
and if you hire me,
I will take as much off the
bride's shoulders as possible.
Alright then.
Let's give it a try.
Thomas will help you
with the details.
Right.
Now, you still live in Logan,
correct?
Yeah.
Perfect. No one here should
recognize you.
Uh...
Discretion is of the utmost
importance to us.
Ok, yeah, for me as well.
For what I do,
discretion is vital.
Good.
So I and Thomas here and uh Lexi
will be the only ones
who know who really are.
Oh, and Nora.
Nora, yeah, the wedding planner.
Um, she told me
about your bank issue.
Oh.
Emma Spencer from
Midwestern Savings
is an advocate of
women-led business.
She'll be at the wedding,
and, uh, I'd be happy
to introduce you.
Oh, wow, um, a referral like
that would be amazing.
And you'll move into the mansion
until after the wedding.
Of course.
Um, uh... Of course?
It's better for us
that you're on call
and as close to Alexis
as possible.
This is Lexi's big day and I
want everything to go perfectly.
And most of all...
no bad press.
No bad press.
No bad press.
You got it.
So yeah, that's it.
I'm hired.
I knew they'd see your value.
Well, thanks again, Nora.
And hey, if you see the bride,
will you tell her that I will be
there soon to meet her
and give her my
background story.
Hi.
Sounds good.
Where are you?
Um, I think it's called
Evergreen Park?
Yeah, it's some hiking trail
I passed on my way into town.
And lucky for me, I had
my gym bag in the car.
Did I tell you that they want me
on call?
Yes, and living at the mansion.
I'm there now.
The bride says she wants to have
the ceremony right here
on this property,
but this old barn's gonna need
a lot of work.
Well, hey, if anyone can do it,
it's you, Nora.
Thanks, hun.
So, I'll talk to you later.
- Bye.
- Bye.
Woah!
Oh no! Look out!
- Ok!
- Oh!
Are you ok?
Yeah, no, I'm ok.
I'm fine.
Are you ok?
Yeah, I'm fine.
I mean, my pride's
never gonna recover.
I'm so sorry.
My friend lent me his bike
because mine's in the shop,
and he didn't tell me that
the back break, like, pops out.
- It's ok.
- Ok
I promise. It's ok.
No, I was just coming out here
to destress and...
Yeah, I guess I gotta
start again.
I don't know.
Yeah, me too. Me too.
I come out here to zen out.
I needed it today
'cause I'm starting a new job
this afternoon.
Oh, uh, do you mind
if I help you then?
You've got some, yeah... ok turn
around, you've got some... yeah.
Oh, ok, ok, I think you're good.
Yes, very presentable.
- Thank you.
- Yeah.
I could say the same for you.
Well, nothing more healing
than being out in nature, right?
Right.
Breathing in the fresh air
and listening to the wind.
Mmhmm.
Getting a little carried away,
aren't I?
Oh, no, no, not at all.
I mean, you make it sound
very poetic.
I don't know...
There's a word for it.
Yeah, no there is.
It's, uh, Shinrin-Yoku.
Well, otherwise known as uh,
Forrest bathing.
Great minds think alike.
Yeah.
Oh, that's my, uh, it's my...
I gotta...
Oh.
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
I mean, enjoy your de-stressing.
- Thank you.
- Cool.
Good luck.
Oh, oh, you've got... uh...
No, no, that's fine.
I'll, Ill, I'll get it later.
Ok. Alright.
- Ok, bye.
- Bye.
It's always sad when
a great paper
like the Register News
shuts down,
but Columbuzz is happy
to have you.
Thank you, Kay, I'm excited
to hit the ground running.
Sorry, we couldn't bring you
on staff quite yet
but I'm sure you're going
to ace this.
Ok, so where do I start?
Local desk, crime beat?
Actually, I have an assignment
you'd be perfect for.
I understand you cover City Hall
and interviewed Mayor Shepard?
Yes, several times.
Oh, what's the angle?
Is it tensions with
the Development Board?
Or maybe how close his election
is running?
Actually, his daughter, Alexis,
is getting married
in a couple weeks
to a pro hockey player.
Uh, and...
And it's going to be
a high-profile event
with national appeal
and we're the only site
granted full access.
Our wedding guy's on paternity
leave so I need you for this.
Uh, ok. Well Kay, I do, um,
serious news.
So, you want me to do a story
on a wedding?
I see a series. 500-800 words
a day in the run-up.
Each one a new theme.
Dress, flowers, profiles.
So... so, I'm more um, like
Woodward and Bernstein
and it sounds like you want
Martha Stewart.
Henry, there's a reason why
th Regiswent under
and we're thriving.
Like I said in the interview,
we do some politics
but our main focus
is listicles,
celebrities, games.
But I don't know anything
about weddings.
I know you want to do
political news, Henry.
Yeah.
But I need you to do
the wedding first.
Remember, this job's
on a trial basis.
You deliver on the wedding,
consider yourself
permanent here.
The next story you write
can be whatever you want.
Well, I have been trying
to interview the mayor
about his position on the
rezoning of Evergreen Park.
There's a council vote coming up
on whether to build condos.
Mmm.
So, maybe I could quickly try
to corner him while I'm there?
If there is an opportunity,
but focus on the wedding first.
Deal?
Deal.
Woah.
Hi, um, are you with the florist
or the caterer?
I'm so sorry, my schedule's
a mess.
Oh, no, that's ok.
I'm actually the professional
bridesmaid.
You must be Alexis.
I'm Maggie.
Oh, right. Hi.
It's so good to meet you.
Come in.
Thank you.
You can leave your bags here.
Ok.
Follow me.
I have to admit, I was
a little skeptical
when my dad talked about
hiring you.
Well, you know what?
That is totally normal.
But I am just here to give you
a little bit of extra help.
So, I understand that your
cousin is your Maid of Honor?
Yes. Chloe.
And the other bridesmaids,
Ruthie and Shannon
were my sorority sisters
in college.
Got it.
Please have a seat.
Thank you.
Uh, so how has it all been
going so far?
Um, honestly?
Everything's moving in a million
different directions.
Shannon is a fashion influencer
who's really blowing up
right now
and Ruthie is planning
her own wedding
while juggling law school
and Chloe... is Chloe.
What do you mean?
Well, I love my cousin,
but she's younger
in more ways than one
and not the most
organized person.
She really wanted to be
Maid of Honor so I said yes.
We used to be closer but
she's been off traveling
and I thought this would be a
good opportunity to reconnect.
She's planning the bridal
shower and struggling.
Well, that is totally something
that I can help you with,
so don't worry.
How is the groom holding up?
Um, Dylan?
With playoffs, I feel like
I barely see him.
But, his season's ending
so he should be back soon.
I kind of feel like
you're handling
a lot of this on your own.
Yeah.
Is that... is that your mom?
You know, your dad told me
what happened.
I'm so sorry, Alexis.
Thank you.
I do wish she could be
at the wedding.
Of course.
But, her friend, Darlene,
is going to be there.
We stayed in touch and her
and my mom were so close.
So it'll be like having
a little piece of her
at the wedding with me.
Oh.
We are meeting up
with the bridesmaids soon.
So let's get you settled in.
Yeah.
Oh, you know what,
I should probably give you my
cover story then, before you go.
I may have jumped the gun
on that.
So, I was out with the girls
last night for drinks
and they asked about you
and I just froze and there was
a bottle of wine in front of me,
so I might have told them
that you're a wine distributor
in from New York.
You know, I went to school
in Ithaca, so...
I can roll with that part.
I just... might have to wing it
with the whole wine thing.
I also told them
your name is Maisie.
Maisie?
Uh... Ok.
It was the first name
that popped into my head.
My mom bought her for me
when I was 10.
She always made me feel safe.
Well, then Maisie it is.
Alright, shall we go meet
the other bridesmaids?
- Yes.
- Ok.
Ladies...
I would like to introduce you
to Maisie.
Maisie, this is Chloe,
Ruthie and Shannon.
Hi.
Hi! It's nice
to meet everybody.
Likewise, hi.
Funny Alexis never mentioned
you before, Maisie.
Oh, well, I've heard
of all of you.
Yes, Chloe, our intrepid
world traveler.
So jealous.
And Shannon, our fashion icon,
which, by the way,
I am your newest fan.
And Ruthie, I heard that you
are planning your own wedding
while also juggling law school..
I mean, that's...
that's amazing.
I know it sounds like a lot,
but I promise it won't be
a distraction.
I got the Powell's room
for my shower!
Yes!
Oh, sorry.
How does everybody feel
about margaritas?
Oh, yeah.
Excuse me. Margaritas
for the table, please.
Absolutely.
Shannon, do you think
you'd survive 30 minutes
without sharing anything?
Sorry. It's part of the gig,
gotta feed the followers.
So Maisie, how
do you know Alexis?
Oh, uh...
We, uh, met on a cruise
when we were younger.
Yeah.
A cruise? I don't remember
you going on any cruise.
Don't you remember?
You were gonna come
but you decided to go
to that camp in New York?
Don't tell me you don't remember
Anthony Whats-his-name?
Oh, right!
That was the summer that you
found romance novels
and I thought I was living one.
But Maisie...
Maisie, why is that name
so familiar?
Oh, by the way, Chloe,
if you need anything at all
for the bridal shower,
I am here to help.
I've got everything covered.
I'm closing in on where we'll
hold your bridal shower, Alexis.
Oh, oh, so nothing's
locked in yet for that?
No.
But, I've put out feelers
and I'll find a venue soon
and everything will fall
into place.
So, you know, since the bridal
shower's only four days away,
what if I took a thing or two
off of your plate for that?
Like, going over the
guest list or flowers,
or literally anything.
Thank you, but as I said,
I've got things well in hand.
- Ok.
- Of course. I'm sure you do.
Though, since you're
our wine expert,
maybe you can order the wine
for the shower.
What's the name of the winery
you work for?
Oh, it's up, it's Chateau...
um, Chateau des Gateaux, yeah.
House of cakes?
Oh, you speak French.
I do.
I would link to your site
but there's no social
media presence.
Oh, yeah, you know, it's a
really, really tiny label.
- Super small.
- Yeah.
Drinks?
- This one's for you.
- Thank you.
Here you go, Chloe.
Oh.
Thank you.
Ok, hang on.
Wedding selfie!
Everyone say bridesmaid!
Bridesmaid!
Ah, sir. You won't believe
the reporter who's been assigned
to cover the wedding...
Henry Whittington.
Mr. Relentless?
Mm.
I thought the Registry
went under.
It did.
He's resurfaced at that website
we've already said yes too.
Right.
He's gonna ask me
about Evergreen Park.
Taking a position either way
will alienate 50 percent
of the voters,
so, I think, it's best that
you avoid him at all costs.
I agree.
Oh my gosh!
So sorry.
- I'm sorry.
- Sorry!
- Oh, you.
- You.
- Hi.
- Hi.
Wait, what are you doing here?
Um, somebody let me in.
'Cause I'm a reporter.
I'm covering the wedding.
Oh, I'm a... I'm a bridesmaid.
Wait, let me guess.
Matching pink dresses
and matching pink shoes.
You know, actually,
the tradition
of matching bridesmaids
goes back to Roman times
when the bride's friends
would dress alike
to confuse evil spirits.
- Oh.
- Yeah.
What are you, a
bridesmaid expert?
Oh. No, I just have
a lot of cousins,
so I've been to a lot
of weddings.
I'm Henry.
Oh.
I didn't catch your name.
Oh, I'm a Mag-zee.
Maisie Ryder.
- Maisie.
- Yeah.
That's an interesting name.
Thanks.
You know, it's so funny.
It's so funny that we met
here again.
You know, we may not be
hiking this time,
but I am definitely lost
in the woods,
'cause, you know, I don't
usually cover weddings.
- Oh, yeah.
- Right.
What do you do?
Oh, I'm a... I'm a wine
distributor in from New York.
I, uh, am gonna stay here
through the wedding.
Right on time, Mr. Whittington.
Thomas Melon.
Thomas. Yes, we met before.
Yes. Yes, I remember.
Alexis and Dylan are just
in the other room
around the corner.
I will join you in a minute.
Ok.
Ok, well I'll see you later,
Maisie.
Bye.
Do you know that reporter?
Uh, we... we just... we actually
just ran into each other on a hike.
So, no, I don't... I don't
actually really know him.
Well, please try to keep it
that way.
He's going to be around
here a lot.
So...
you two met at a fundraiser?
Yes, my father was speaking
at a barbecue
to raise money for
after-school sports.
It's a charity I volunteer with.
And I was talking to some kids
and I went over to the lunch
table to get a burger.
Dylan got the last one,
but then he gave me his
and it was so sweet
and he just, he just gave me
this look.
Hunger?
More like love at first sight.
And then we just clicked.
Did you raise the money
for the after-school programs?
Mmhmm. Double over what
we raised the year before.
What did you spend it on?
Which specific programs?
And did that effect your funding
from the city
or did that remain constant?
May I remind you, you are here
to write about a wedding.
Not the municipal budgets.
Right. Yeah, sorry. Sorry.
Um, instinct.
I used to be an investigative
reporter.
Trust me, I know.
Well, this seems like a
good place to stop for now.
I believe you two have
another appointment.
- Yes?
- Thank you.
Oh, yeah. Thank you.
Thanks.
Thomas?
Um, you know, as long as
I'm here,
I would love to speak
with the mayor
about his position on the future
of Evergreen Park.
Well, I'm sure you understand
the mayor's a busy man.
I do, it's just that Evergreen
Park is such an important issue.
Henry, just focus
on the wedding.
Please.
That was not my best work.
Oh.
Guess I'm a little rusty
when it comes to human
interest stories.
Hm, that's one way to put it.
I just can't help it though.
I've always been an
investigative reporter.
You know, when I was six
I busted Santa Claus
with a video camera
and a trip wire.
Oh.
The truth is, I don't really
know much about weddings though.
You speak bride.
Do you mind if I use that info
on the bridesmaids dresses
that you gave me?
Sure, yeah.
I'm happy to help.
I might have to reach out.
You know, just if I have
any follow-up questions.
Well, you know where
to find me, so...
In the spirit of the wedding,
I do!
Uh, do you want me
to walk you out?
- Sure, yeah.
- Ok.
Hey, Alexis.
How's it going?
Um, Nora texted.
Chloe muddled the order for
the centerpieces for the shower
and now everybody is texting me,
asking where to go
for the shower
because it's not updated
on the bridal website,
but we don't have a location.
So...
Well, hey, Alexis, this is
exactly the sort of thing
that I am here to help
you with, ok?
Look, first, I am going to iron
out the mishap with the florist.
And I have a connection
at the Arbor Club.
That would be the perfect
location for your shower.
And you know what?
I can get them to contact Chloe,
so she won't even know
that I helped.
- That would be great.
- Yeah.
Shannon just texted.
Apparently some designer
she knows
wants to provide the
bridesmaids dresses,
but we chose the dresses.
Well, I'll handle that too.
You just tell me
what you want me to do.
Whatever causes
the lease conflict.
Ok, Alexis, this is
your wedding.
You get to decide what you want.
The colors, the styles,
everything.
I just want everything
to go smoothly.
Did you know that Dylan's team
wanted us to use the team colors
for the wedding?
What are the team colors?
Red, white and blue.
Even Thomas thought it would
be too on the nose
for the campaign so, it took
Thomas and the team owner
over a week to compromise
on my bouquet.
Yeah, I know.
Sometimes people just
get so focused
on the details of a wedding
that they kind of forget
what it's all really about.
And that's just celebrating
your love
with your family and your
friends, right?
So, we're gonna fix this.
Starting with the
bridesmaids dresses.
Which one do you want?
The original ones we chose.
And I like those ones.
Ok, great.
Then that's what we're wearing.
Don't worry about anything, ok?
That's my job.
Thank you.
Sorry to interrupt.
Maggie, a word please?
Uh, sure.
Did you need help
with something?
You seem to get along
with that reporter quite well.
Uh, yeah.
Yeah, well he seems nice.
Yes. Yes, he is nice.
He has also been assigned
to cover this story
every day until the wedding.
Oh, uh, every day.
Wow. Ok.
So, we would very much
appreciate it
if you could sort of be
his press liaison.
Sorry, I don't
really understand.
Just keep him focused on the
wedding and away from the mayor.
That's not really part
of my job.
Isn't it?
As I recall, your job is to make
sure the wedding goes well
for the bride and not to let
any other concerns
distract from her big day.
I mean, I guess I could show him
the ins and outs of the wedding.
Perfect. That's all
we're asking.
Ok.
Oh, and Maggie,
whatever happens,
just don't tell him that you're
a professional bridesmaid.
Of course.
Great.
Oh, thank you!
These are gonna make
the perfect centerpieces
for the bridal shower.
Thanks.
- Hey.
- Oh, hey.
Thomas said you'd be coming by.
Yeah, he has got me chasing
a late-breaking story
involving, um... Daffodils.
Oh, well those are daisies,
but so close.
So close.
Next time.
Well hey, it looks like I am
your new wedding liaison,
whether you like it or not.
Oh, I'm not complaining...
about the company, at least.
Not sure what you can teach me
about weddings though.
Ok wait, come here.
Come here.
Ok, look.
These are all the different
kinds of bouquets
that the florist is making
for weddings this week.
And this is a fun fact.
Did you know that the wedding
bouquet dates back
to ancient times
when brides would carry
different kinds of herbs
or flowers
to ward off evil spirits?
Oh, just like how the
bridesmaids would wear
the same dress to confuse
evil spirits?
Huh. Yeah.
Sure were a lot of evil spirits
back then.
But then, in the Middle Ages,
the bouquet helped
in different ways.
See, brides were considered
to be lucky,
so after a wedding
guests might try to rip off
a piece of the bride's outfit
for some good luck themselves.
Well, that doesn't sound
very lucky to me.
Precisely, which is why
a bouquet
became something
that a bride would toss
as she made a hasty exit
in all of the chaos.
Oooh.
Well, all these
complicated rituals
just to get to
two simple words...
I do.
Well, yeah.
I guess, but I don't know,
I kind of think that
all the rituals
are what make a wedding
so important, you know?
It's all the ancient traditions
complete with the
wonderful outfits.
Really, it's all about making
a lifelong commitment
in front of your family
and your friends.
Kind of like a public promise
between two people
to love and support each other
in the good times and the bad.
Can you... would you mind
slowing down,
'cause this is really
good stuff, I mean...
Mmhmm.
No, I mean, people
love weddings, right?
But, you know, usually
for the frills
and you clearly like
the meaning behind things.
Yeah, I do.
I don't know, I mean, the way
that I see it,
the best moments in life.
I think they come from the
people that you share them with.
Mmhmm.
And the history before.
So... I don't know.
I kind of think it's all tied
together somehow.
Yeah, so like you don't have
a story
until you have the full context.
Something like that.
But, uh, come on.
You, this is all silly to you.
No, no.
I never said that.
Uh-huh.
No, I... I believe
in all those things.
Um, you know,
love and commitment
and I just think
that it's a little funny
that sometimes love
and commitment
come down to choosing
buttercream or fondue frosting.
Fondue? I'm pretty sure that
you meant fondant, not fondue.
- Oh.
- Yeah.
I'm very glad that you are
not in charge
of picking out the wedding cake.
- Ok, ok.
- Disgusting.
Anyway, my point is that,
um, you have given me
a lot to think about.
My mind is officially boggled.
So...
So thank you.
You're welcome.
Girls, this is all so perfect.
Yeah, thanks Shannon
for treating us all to this.
Oh, it's one of the perks
of the job.
I just have to make a post
or two, #spa-life.
Drink it in, ladies.
Speaking of drinking it in,
this wine you brought
is delicious, Maisie.
What is this, a Chablis?
It's uh... oh, it's
a secret recipe.
Uh, all I know is that
it's delicious.
I'll get you a couple bottles.
Oh, thank you.
Yeah, I'd love it.
But, I do need to cut out soon
so Tad and I
can check out a DJ
for our reception.
Just wait till you see
the bridesmaids dresses
that Fabrizzio Lux wants
to send.
Trim-silk camisoles,
matching column skirts.
We're all sample sizes, right?
But, Shannon, we already chose
the bridesmaids dresses.
No one says no to Fabrizzio.
Uh, you know, I couldn't agree
with you more.
You couldn't?
I did a deep dive into his work
and his dresses are amazing.
But, his accessories
are even better.
So, I had a little idea.
I was thinking, since our
dresses are already picked out,
what if we had him handle
our accessories?
You know, like the best
of both worlds?
- Yeah.
- Smart. I'll text him now.
Great.
Thank you.
Well, I have good news too.
The perfect venue reached out
with a promotion
and I was able to book it
for your bridal shower!
Do you need any help
with anything?
You know, with uh,
gift bags or games
or, hey, what about the e-vites?
I already sent them out.
Oh, ok.
Oh, what about
the wedding website?
All taken care of.
But thanks, Maisie,
for offering.
Gotcha.
I read your new piece.
I loved the part where you tied
the bride's wedding bouquet
to the bouquets role in history.
Is all that true?
Yeah, 100 percent.
Actually, between you and me,
one of the bridesmaids
took pity on me so you may have
an inside source.
Maybe if you ask her nicely
she'll take pity on you again.
And what's all that?
Oh, this is my next big scoop.
Stop the presses
because I have been invited
to help come pick up the wedding
gown from the fitters.
Hm.
I am going to need your help.
I'm in unfamiliar territory.
Oh, woah, what is all of this?
Ruching, a Blouson waist.
- Mmhmm.
- And a surplus neckline.
Wow. Someone has been doing
their homework.
Well, what can I say,
a reporter has to know
their subject.
And today, the subject is...
Is this.
Ok, I'm gonna teach you
a couple basics
that you need to know.
Yeah.
Starting with... styles.
Oh, okay, some brides
want something romantic.
Uh-huh.
Soft and uh, whimsical
and very feminine.
On you it works.
Ok. Hold this.
Ok, alright.
And for other brides...
Other brides, it is
all about... oh!
- The accessories.
- Oh.
The fancy appliqus and the
beading and all the sequins.
Certainly makes a statement.
Yeah. A bold one.
There you go.
And then, other brides,
they want something modern
or fairy tale, or artistic.
And if it was for you?
For me?
Which one would you chose?
I would pick...
Yeah.
See? It's simple
and elegant.
Dum, dum, dum, dum...
Dum, dum, dum, dum...
No wait, no, stop the music.
I can't go through
with this wedding.
Oh, no. But the dress
is perfect!
Have you ever thought about
walking down the aisle...
as a bride?
No comment.
In my line of work, no comment
usually means yes.
Are you always so mysterious?
Are you always so inquisitive?
Of course.
If there's something
I'm interested in.
Or, you know, someone,
in this case.
I'm sorry though, I don't...
I don't mean to pry.
Ok. Uh, so, David and I,
we met in college.
Started dating.
And he always said that
he was gonna propose
after he finished his masters,
but, uh, well the closer and
closer we got to the wedding,
the more distant that he got.
And then eventually he told me
that he wasn't sure
if he was ready for
that kind of commitment.
Two days before the wedding
I said thanks but no thanks.
Yeah, I don't know.
I just feel like the man I marry
one day should be all in.
I think you made
the right decision.
Ok, so what about you?
No comment.
No comment?
No, no, no.
A reporter has to answer
questions too.
Fair enough.
Um, when my last
relationship ended,
I was busy chasing leads
for this big story.
It turns out the real story, um,
was that she was seeing
somebody else.
And I... I missed it.
I'm sorry.
Anyway, this has been
very illuminating for me.
Yes.
So, um, any bride who wades
through thousands of options
without losing her mind
deserves a medal.
Yeah. Mmhmm.
I think, I have
my next story, actually.
- Oh?
- Thanks to you.
Well, no problem.
- One last follow-up question.
- Mmhmm.
Do you have time to grab
a drink or something?
Just professionally, of course.
Just to say thanks
for all your help.
I so want to. I really,
really do,
but I'm supposed to be getting
everything together
for the bridal shower
and picking up wine
and all that kind of stuff.
Pretty partial to a good Shiraz.
You?
No, I'm more of a Syrah
person myself.
Syrah and Shiraz
are the same grape.
Yeah. I was just kidding.
Ok.
- It's like que Syrah, Shiraz.
- Here's the dress, thank you.
- You're welcome.
- Thanks.
Ok, bye, Henry.
Bye.
Maggie!
Oh!
Just a heads up, since
the wedding will be held
on the mansion grounds,
for security purposed we'll be
doing a little walk-through here
tomorrow morning with Nora,
the wedding planner.
Yeah, ok, great.
I will be here.
Meanwhile, I've been receiving
quite a few calls from guests
asking about the location
of the bridal shower.
Now, isn't this something
you should be handling
instead of me?
Yes.
Ok, well, technically, since
Chloe is the Maid of Honor,
she is the one in charge.
But, between you and me,
I helped her secure
a great location
but she assures me that she has
the rest totally under control.
Please see that she does.
Will do.
Thank you, Maggie.
Thank you, Thomas.
So the caterers are confirmed
and the carpenters will assemble
the arbor on Friday and...
Ok, Maggie.
What's going on?
Hm?
Oh, no, it's nothing.
Come on, when you invited me
to dinner
I knew something was up.
Spill.
Ok.
So, Alexis wants to get closer
to Chloe
but she doesn't want me stepping
on Chloe's toes
with the planning.
But, the bridal shower
is in only two days
and there is still so much
left to do.
So, I have to make sure
that the shower goes off
without a hitch while somehow
doing it all on the sly.
I don't know.
This is not like you, Maggie.
You never get flustered.
Maybe I'm losing my touch.
Is there something else
going on?
Ok, well, Thomas is using me to
distract that reporter, Henry,
from cornering the mayor
for some kind of interview.
They asked you to do that?
Yeah. Ok, and that's not
the worst part.
The worst part is that
Henry is... he's really nice.
I haven't connected with anyone
in a really long time
and I can't even tell him
the truth.
And I know that working
under cover
and all that is part of the job,
but this is the first time
I feel really bad about
misleading somebody.
I'm sorry, Maggie.
If you tell him the truth,
it'll be a PR nightmare.
Yeah. I know, I know.
Just hang in there.
Deliver on this wedding
and then you'll get your
recommendation from the mayor.
You're right.
I just have to keep a
professional distance.
I just hate having to hide
who I really am.
Hi, uh, Luanne's Gifts?
I was calling to confirm
the goodie bags
for the Shepard shower tomorrow?
Oh, no, not a baby shower.
This is definitely
a bridal shower.
Yes, I am sure.
Bridal shower, not baby shower.
And actually, while I have you,
can you confirm the quantity
that was ordered?
Oh, yeah, that should actually
be three dozen.
Not 360.
Just probably a little typo.
Can you make that correction
and just reimburse the card
on file?
That would be great.
Ok, thanks so much.
Bye.
Someone's busy.
Oh, yeah, tell me about it.
I feel like I am going
a little crazy
trying to keep everything
on track for the shower.
Some of the things
were never done.
You know, actually, it looks
like Chloe never put
the address for the shower
onto the wedding website.
So, gotta fix that too.
But, actually, we gotta go
to your presentation.
So, let's go.
So, I'll create an aisle here
lined elegantly with chairs
on each side for the ceremony.
Then after the ceremony,
we'll transform the space
with lighting, romantic decor,
then your guests can head over
to the gorgeous tent
for dinner and dancing.
- That sounds perfect.
- Mmhmm.
Great! Are we still at
100 guests?
We're currently at 150.
We have to make sure
that all of the mayor's
top supporters are invited.
Yes, can't forget them.
Thomas, can I have a look
at that list?
Yes, I suppose.
Hey, don't worry, honey.
I'll go talk it through
with him, okay?
Thank you.
Hey.
Are you, are you ok?
Yeah. I'm just thinking about
my mom.
How is everything going
with the shower?
I'm on it.
Could you confirm with Chloe
that Darlene is coming, please?
Yes, I already did, but I will
double-check for you.
- Thank you.
- Yeah.
Hey, Thomas, sorry,
just wanted to catch up
before you ran off.
Um, what is happening
with the one-on-one
I requested with the mayor?
The mayor is extremely busy.
Yeah, you mentioned that,
it's just that the public trail
is so important
and I really think the voters
deserve to know
where the mayor stands.
Yes, well I'll be sure
to pass that along.
But let me just remind you
why you're here, though.
Oh, never mind.
There he is.
- Maisie?
- Yeah.
Your help would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Oh, oh... Henry!
Henry! Henry, hey!
- Hi.
- Hi.
Do you want to share a ride
to the dance lesson?
Um...
Sure.
- Great.
- Great.
- Hello.
- Hi.
Partner up, everyone.
It's time for our dance lesson.
No one wants a wedding party
who doesn't know how to dance.
Today, I'll be teaching you
the basic steps
for a few different
styles of dance.
I think we'll begin with a waltz
which of course is a much more
romantic style of dance.
Perfect for a wedding.
Ok.
Partner up, please.
Looks like we are just
one guy short, so...
Best man's caught in traffic.
Well, I see a warm body.
- Are you-me?
- Uh-huh.
Oh, no. I'm just here
to cover the story.
Well, you can cover it
from the dance floor.
Yes, but then that would make me
part of the story.
Which is crossing a journalistic
red line.
A gentleman does not leave
a young lady waiting.
Now!
Dance!
Sorry, about this.
Don't be sorry. I mean,
it could be fun.
Yeah.
Everyone follow along.
Um, ok.
I'm just gonna show you a basic
waltz step, I guess.
Ok, so, give me your hand.
Ok.
And put this one on my back.
Ok.
So, just follow me.
So we're gonna go back,
and to the side,
now back to you,
and now this way.
Yeah. Like that.
Uh, this seems kind of hard.
You got it.
Ok, so maybe, um,
something like this?
Ok. You know how to dance?
Explain, please.
My parents are
dance instructors,
so I took my first steps
on a dance floor.
You are just full of surprises.
And you are full of mystery.
Yeah, dancing is like
the one thing at a wedding
I can pull off.
By the way, I know
what you're up to.
You do?
You've clearly been asked to
keep me away from the mayor.
Uh...
Right?
I'm sorry about that, I just...
It's kind of a long story
and I'm stuck in the middle.
That's alright.
I'm used to dancing
around obstacles.
Oh.
I'll corner the mayor
eventually.
Ok, so, uh, what exactly
did you want to talk to him
about anyway?
Heard you mention
Evergreen Park?
Yeah. There's a proposal
to build condos
right in the middle of it.
Can they do that?
They can if they have approval.
- But enough about work.
- Yeah.
Although I haven't had
a chance to write about
the most interesting part
of the wedding.
What's that?
You.
- Me?
- Yeah.
Really?
You know, getting a bridesmaid's
perspective on things.
Oh. Yeah.
You know, it could be
a good story.
Yeah.
So...
how about dinner later?
Need to keep tabs on me, right?
You'll know exactly where I am.
Ok, this is just dinner, right?
Mmhmm.
And not a date?
- Oh, no.
- Mmhmm.
- Just asking you questions.
- Mmhmm.
And I will just answer them.
So, I guess, we can do that.
Oh, good.
Good.
That was just...
Uh, no. I liked Alexis
from the minute that we met.
We just, we clicked.
I really am so happy
for her and Dylan.
So, we've established
that you love weddings.
Mmhmm.
But is there a specific part
that stands out?
A wedding is such a
life-changing experience.
It's like a day when everything
just feels right in the world.
Right.
Ok, um, I think I sound
obsessed. I'm sorry.
No. Well, yes,
but it's endearing.
Ok.
So, where do you think
this obsession comes from?
Uh, yeah, I think it came
from my dad.
He was a justice of the peace.
I spent a lot of my weekends
with him, helping him out.
So, yeah, I kind of found my joy
at weddings.
Mmhmm.
You still do? I mean, look,
what you do for a living.
What... What do you mean?
You're a wine distributor.
You must go to weddings
all the time.
Yeah. Sorry, I mean yeah.
I like to peak in on the
weddings of some of my clients.
So, what about you?
How did you get into journalism?
Um, you know, I've just always
loved reporting.
You know, working my sources
and digging up the facts.
You know, I'm gonna take my
reporter hat off now, though,
because I am at a beautiful
restaurant
with a beautiful woman.
Well, so, do you still think
that weddings
are a big ol' waste of time?
You know what?
Thanks to you, maybe
I'm starting to see them
in a new light.
What?
Oh, hey, fun fact.
Did you know that merlot means
young blackbird in French?
- I did not.
- Mmhmm.
- That is fun.
- Mmhmm.
But this is Chianti.
Hey.
Still trying to find the perfect
dress for the shower?
Well, with everyone making
all the other wedding choices,
this is one of the few choices
I can make on my own.
- One problem.
- Hm?
I can't decide.
Is this too long?
Uh, no. No, I personally love
tea length.
But the one with the sleeves?
That's nice too.
I don't know.
Hey, what if I told you
that I have one more option
to show you?
Hold on.
You want to try on
one more dress?
- That's my mom's.
- Mmhmm.
Where did you find it?
The truth is,
I could not stop thinking about
that photo of your mom
you showed me in
the living room.
Where your dad was sworn in
as mayor.
Just something about
your mom in this dress
was really special.
So, I asked your dad
and he pointed me to the attic
and, I don't know,
I just thought it was worth
a shot.
I always loved this dress.
So, do you think you found
the perfect dress
for the shower now?
- I think so.
- Yay!
Oh, and Darlene,
she's gonna be at the shower?
Yes. Yeah, I peaked at Chloe's
list at the dance rehearsal
and she definitely rsvp'd.
Ok.
So Darlene's pretty important
to you, huh?
She was there for me
when my mom was sick.
I want her at the bridal shower
so that she knows how important
she still is to me.
Who's ready for
their bridal shower?
- Yes!
- Ok.
Oh, nice.
Um, Chloe? Chloe, can
I talk to you one second?
Um, this isn't really the venue
for the bridal shower.
Of course it is.
I booked it myself.
No, no, sorry, the shower
is at the Arbor Club.
Oh, the Arbor Club.
They called me with an offer.
Yeah, exactly.
But I already booked
this place, so.
This phone keep buzzing.
Uh...
Why am I getting texts
that there are guests waiting
at the Arbor Club?
Ok, um this is all my fault.
I put the wrong address
on the wedding website.
Why would you do that?
Do you know what?
I will fix everything.
You just take
Alexis upstairs, ok?
Honestly, Maisie.
Ok.
Um...
Um...
Hi. Uh, you wouldn't happen to
have a shuttle van, would you?
Maisie, there you are.
You've been gone for 20 minutes.
Is everything ok?
Yeah, no, just a small hiccup
that should be solved shortly.
But, uh... wow.
Look at the amazing job
that Chloe did in here.
I was just saying
that everything looks
so beautiful and... intimate.
Oh, well you know some of
the guests they got held up
but they should be here
in no time.
I don't see Darlene,
is she one of the guests
that got held up?
Uh, well Darlene rsvp'd
so she should be here soon.
But, you know, for now I just
need you to stay in the moment
because otherwise
your shower will be over
and you'll have missed
the whole thing, right?
You're right. I should just
pull myself together.
- Classic picture!
- Oh, go ahead.
You guys are so cute.
Is that dress vintage, Lex?
Yes. Yes.
- Oh!
- Hey.
- Hi!
- Fancy seeing you here.
Yeah.
Is everything ok?
Yes.
Yes.
No, I'm just so surprised
to see you at a bridal shower.
Really thought that's where
you would draw the line.
Oh, there is no line anymore.
I guess I'm caught up
in the story.
Oh.
Oh, my editor wants me to take
some pics this time, so.
Oh.
Mind if I snap a few of you?
Of me?
Oh, I mean, surely you could use
any of the other
bridesmaids here.
Why would I do that?
I don't know if I want to be
in the article.
Please.
Ok. Ok, fine.
Yeah, sure.
Ok.
Oh.
Oh, what?
Oh, no something in my teeth?
You're making the flowers
look bad.
- Ok, go do your job!
- You do your job.
What, my, job?
You're a bridesmaid.
Your job is to have fun.
That's right. Have fun.
- I am having fun.
- Good.
Yes. Oh, hi. Ok, thank goodness
you guys are here.
Um, here, come
and sit over here.
Welcome to the bridal shower.
Yes!
See.
- I still don't see Darlene.
- Oh.
Lunch is about to be served
and I was going to do my speech.
Oh.
What's wrong?
Darlene, her mom's friend,
still isn't here.
Oh, but Darlene is here.
She is?
That's Darlene right there.
No, that's Darlene Hastings.
She works with my dad.
My mom's friend is
Darlene Hughes.
Oh.
Their names are so close.
Wait, does this mean that
Darlene Hughes wasn't invited
to the shower at all?
I must have confused
the two Darlenes
and left one off when
I sent out the e-vites.
And that means when I
double-checked your list
I must have thought
that Darlene was invited.
It's no one's fault.
We all know whose fault it is,
it's mine.
No, no, Alexis.
I am so sorry.
No, I just, um... I think
I need some air.
Um...
Maisie, is there anything
I can do to help?
Henry, I'm so sorry.
I have to go.
My friends and associates
sent to the wrong location?
We hired you to make sure
this exact sort of thing
didn't happen.
I'm so sorry for letting
you down.
It's not about letting me down,
you let Alexis down.
She was heartbroken
that Darlene wasn't there.
You should have headed this off.
I understand if you want
to terminate our agreement.
That's not gonna happen.
Lex?
It might be best if we...
Best for who, Dad?
Maggie's job is supporting me,
not managing optics.
- Alexis, it's ok...
- No.
Chloe resisted you
every step of the way.
And, being forced to keep tabs
on Henry couldn't have helped.
I simply suggested that
she combine her current duties
with a little PR.
I have given in on every
decision on this wedding.
My wedding.
But I'm not budging on this.
Maggie stays.
Well, I guess we've been told.
Maisie?
Maisie.
- Oh, hey.
- Hey.
Hi.
Wait, what are you doing here?
You don't really look like
you're dressed for a hike.
Oh right, yeah, no.
I was hoping I would run
into you.
Really?
- Yeah.
- Oh.
Remember when we first met,
you said you came out here
to de-stress?
Mmhmm.
Well, yesterday
you seemed stressed.
So, sorry we didn't get
to talk more then.
No, I'm sorry.
I just was feeling really bad
that I let Alexis down is all.
Well, I mean, you're
just one bridesmaid.
You can't take responsibility
for everything that happens.
I don't know about that.
I mean, Alexis is a friend now.
Now?
No, I mean, she's always
been a friend.
Right.
I just wish that the shower
had gone more smoothly is all.
But hey, I read your article
on it and it was really nice.
- Oh?
- Yeah.
You really wrote from the heart
on that one.
Well, I had a lot of help.
So, my next article is
gonna be on this place.
Well, the development plans
for it, at least.
It's great that you're bringing
public awareness to it.
I have only been in town
for a little bit
and I already love it here.
It seems like a lot of people
love this trail too, so.
Yeah, still need the mayor
to weigh in though.
And of course he's avoiding me.
Well, I mean, pressuring at home
doesn't seem to be working,
so maybe you just have to wait
until after the wedding.
Yeah, or after the election.
Yeah.
Maybe, yeah.
Hey, what's up?
What is it?
You don't have to hide anything
from me.
No, I just don't always know
what I'm aloud to say to you.
You know, as your
press contact and all
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
Well, you won't always be
my press contact. Right?
Do you want to go on a date?
Hm?
After the wedding?
Like a date date?
Yeah.
Yeah. Yeah, I would
really like to.
Yeah.
I mean, if you still want to,
by then.
Well, why wouldn't I?
No reason.
Ok.
Oh, uh, hold on.
Sorry, one second.
Oh.
Something important?
Um, actually yeah.
I'm sorry, I have to go.
- Ok.
- Ok.
- Ok, bye.
- Bye.
Maisie, thanks for coming
so quickly.
Hey.
I hope you don't mind.
I was getting my fitting done.
Is everything ok?
Not really.
Um, this morning I saw a big
refund on my credit card
from the gift bag vendor.
When I called to see
if it was an error,
they told me what you did.
Yeah, no, um... look, I'm really
sorry about that.
I should have, I should have
talked to you...
Don't be.
You fixed my mistake.
Just one, in a long line.
I hadn't even remembered to put
vegan options on the menu
until lunch was being served.
And I'm vegan!
Maybe if I had started sooner
I wouldn't have gotten
so overwhelmed,
but... you helped me.
I'm not sure how helpful
I was by
sending half the guests to the
wrong shower location, but...
Which you fixed.
I mean it, Maisie, thank you.
You're welcome.
I can't stop thinking
about Alexis' face
when Darlene didn't show up.
I let Alexis down
in a big way... once again.
What do you mean, "once again"?
The summer Aunt Carol was sick,
I was off on my travels.
I didn't come back to help.
You were doing your own thing,
you know.
I'm sure that Alexis
understands that.
Alexis wedding,
I thought this was my chance
to prove I could be there
for her.
I think I understand
why you wanted to be Maid
of Honor so much.
I just wish I could make it up
to Alexis
like when we were little.
Why? What did you guys do?
Aunt Carol had this rule
for Alexis and me
when we were growing up.
If we had a tiff
playing together,
whoever made the other one mad
had to throw a tea party
in the backyard.
Hey, that's what we're gonna do.
Throw a tea party
in the backyard?
I have an idea.
So, have a look at
the new itinerary,
basically everything's been
pushed by about an hour.
Got it, thank you Thomas.
Oh, yeah, that looks great.
Thanks.
Mayor Shepard?
Mr. Whittington.
Caught me off guard.
I apologize.
I'm late for a meeting,
can't talk.
Got it.
I'm doing a story on the complex
at Evergreen Park.
Voters have a right to know
whether you're in favor
of rezoning to make way
for condos.
Actually, it may surprise you
but I am more focusing
on my daughter's wedding
right now.
I understand that, but
this is an important issue
that voters might
want to know about.
No comment.
I just don't think her end
should be...
Oh. Yeah, no.
Oh, Dad.
Hey, hun.
Did you want to look
at the seating chart?
Oh, I'm sure it's gonna
be great.
Uh, has Henry been asking you
about Evergreen Park?
Uh, he mentioned the rezoning.
But he's been really focused
on the wedding.
Anyway we can limit his access
moving forward?
He's been covering the wedding
just as you requested.
I'm afraid she's right, sir.
Cutting him off now might
stir up more trouble
and lead to even more reporters
and more questions.
So, we're stuck with him.
It would seem so.
Oh, that's just great.
No bad press.
Ok.
What are we doing here,
of all places?
It's a surprise.
Just trust me.
- And Chloe's here?
- Mmhmm.
I think that she has something
that she wants to tell you.
What is this place?
Everything looks amazing.
Does this remind you
of anything?
Like, when we were little
and one of us made a mistake.
Our backyard tea parties?
It's the least I could do, Lexi.
Chloe, it's ok.
No, it's not.
I let you down and not
just at the shower.
The summer I went abroad
while your mom was sick...
I should have been there
for you.
Oh.
I should have tried harder,
these past few weeks.
Maisie tried to help me
every step of the way,
I just was too blind
and too stubborn to listen.
But, I finally wised up
and I let her help on
a little surprise.
Oh, my goodness. Darlene!
I wouldn't have missed this
for the world.
This is just the best
surprise ever.
Oh.
Do you know what it means,
that you did this?
No.
I just cashed in a couple miles
and flew her in on a red eye.
No big deal. Really.
It means that you can
do anything.
Including stepping
into the spotlight
and letting yourself be seen.
Thank you.
Ok, come on.
Ok. I am going to... oh, uh...
I'll be right back.
- Ok.
- On second.
Well, well.
Didn't think that you were
a fan of afternoon tea.
Oh, you know I'm doing
a listicle.
- Hm.
- Yeah.
What brings you here?
Oh, just uh meeting up
with a couple friends.
Sounds like things
are going well.
Um, look Henry, I have to...
I have to tell you something.
Ok, sure.
Actually, I guess it's more like
I need to confess something.
This sounds serious.
Yeah, it kind of is.
Maisie!
Alright, we have to take a photo
of all of us together.
You have to be in it.
Wait, wait, wait.
What were you going to tell me?
Um, just that I...
Maisie!
I better go.
Okay. Bye.
Good luck with your listicle.
I'd say this assignment
has been a total success.
The professional bridesmaid
does it again.
Ah. The call of the kitchen.
I'm proud of you.
I'm not here to talk politics.
Neither am I.
I promise.
I just wanted to say one thing.
Only one.
Yes.
I wanted to apologize
for the gotcha moment
outside your office
the other day.
You might be the first
journalist
who's ever apologized
for anything.
We're not known
for our humility.
I could say the same thing
about politicians.
Right.
Why don't you call the office
and set up an appointment
to chat.
As much as it pains me,
you're right.
The voters do need to know
where I stand on Evergreen Park.
Preserving green spaces
in urban areas
is a high priority of mine.
Really?
Absolutely.
Thank you, Mr. Mayor.
Of course.
Call it kismet or karma
or pure luck.
Whatever the reason, I am
incredible grateful
that Alexis and Dylan
have found each other
and I just can't wait to see
them get married tomorrow.
And uh, if Alexis's mother,
Carol, were here,
she would be..
She'd be smiling too.
And, I know that she'd say,
heaven honey,
don't hold this up with
one of your long speeches.
So, um, here's to Alexis
and Dylan
and a wonderful life together.
To Alexis and Dylan!
To Alexis and Dylan!
- Thank you, Dad.
- I'm so proud of you, honey.
Hi.
Well, that was a wonderful
speech, Mr. Mayor.
It's just hard to believe
the wedding's tomorrow.
Oh.
How's our girl doing?
You know, she's in...
she's in really high spirits.
You deserve a lot of credit
for that.
You have helped
Alexis enormously.
Thank you. That really means
a lot to me.
A professional bridesmaid...
I mean, it might be one of the
odder careers I've run across,
but you are worth every penny
and more, Maggie.
I'm pretty sure you mean Maisie.
Yes, yeah, well not
for much longer though, right?
Maisie?
I'm more of a Syrah person,
myself.
Syrah and Shiraz
are the same grape.
Oh, and uh, Emma Spencer
from Midwestern Savings
is here tonight
and I will introduce you later
as promised.
Oh, yes. Thank you.
Thanks.
Maggie.
Uh, yeah.
Oh, sorry, I thought
that you said Maisie.
No. No, you didn't, Maggie.
I don't have to be
a reporter to know
when I'm not being told
the truth.
I um...
Uh...
Follow me. Come here.
I'm so sorry, sorry.
I kept seeing red flags
and I just kept ignoring them
'cause I guess I wanted
to trust you.
Please can you
just let me explain?
I don't understand, why could
you not just tell me the truth?
I'm sorry that I didn't
just tell you the truth, ok?
But my job requires me
to be anonymous.
I help brides get through
their big day
with the least amount
of stress possible.
Well, you've kept me
from the real story.
You kept me from
who you really are.
Ok, but I promise that I was
going to tell you the truth.
As soon as the wedding was over.
Everything that I feel for you,
Henry, it's all real.
Look, I have to ask you,
are you planning on putting
any of this in the article
now that you know the truth?
Because you really can't
do that, please.
Did you really ask me that?
Am I just some tabloid
reporter to you?
No, no, Henry, no.
Come on, please, you know me
better than that.
I thought I did.
Henry, please.
What's with the text you sent?
Yeah, Kay, hate to ask
but can someone else cover
the wedding today,
cause I want to focus completely
on the Evergreen Park story.
Tell me why you want
off the wedding.
Uh, let's just say I got
taken in by a source
Hm.
And I fell into a journalist's
biggest no-no,
which I became part
of the story.
You wrote a lot about a certain
Maisie, your inside source.
Thought you didn't have
a nose for news.
Well, Henry, I might not be
an investigative reporter,
but I am a woman.
And it seems like this "source"
means a lot to you.
Uh... What if she wasn't
telling me the whole story?
What's your heart telling you?
Are you ok?
No, not really.
Don't be so hard on yourself.
Yeah, kind of tough not to be.
I really like Henry.
I was so close to the finish
line, too.
And you're positive Henry
won't share
this big scoop with the world?
I mean, he was so hurt
that I even asked.
You had to ask, sweetie.
This is your career
we're talking about.
But now Henry thinks
I'm an imposter,
so, uh, yeah, that's that.
Hey, listen.
You are the most authentic
person I've ever met.
And if Henry can't see that,
that's his problem.
Is it?
'Cause it kind of feels
like mine.
Ok.
Be honest.
Do I look ok?
You look beyond beautiful.
You look incredible, sweetheart.
Thanks, Dad.
Looking for someone?
Yeah, I was just...
I was hoping that Henry
would be here.
Sorry, Maggie.
Ok, it's time for you to go in.
Hi.
Friends, family and loved ones.
We come together, here today,
to witness the union
of Dylan and Alexis.
We gather around them now,
in this wonderful place
and we look on with love
and hope
as these two begin their new
life together as one.
But most of all I love you
Come on.
Congratulations.
Thank you
I wish I could say
the same for you.
I know you didn't get
what you wanted.
Oh, no, actually your dad agreed
to sit down with me for a real
one-on-one after the wedding.
That's not what I was
talking about.
You know, for a reporter,
you're missing the main story.
And that is?
Maggie is a professional
bridesmaid
who can turn any wedding around?
No.
The story about how
wonderful she is.
She may have come here as
a professional bridesmaid,
but she became a true friend.
Maggie may not have told you
who she is and what she does,
but she couldn't, for my sake.
Mmhmm.
And after getting to know her,
I can tell you one thing
for sure.
Her feelings for you are real.
Maybe you're right.
Mmhmm.
- I..
- Yeah.
Ok.
- Hi.
- Hi.
I was hoping that
you'd come tonight.
Yeah, I um, didn't know how
I felt about everything.
But, wanted to see it through.
I'm sorry that I wasn't honest
with you.
I wanted to tell you who I was.
I so wanted to and I almost did.
I kept thinking about
your last relationship
and I just kept getting in
deeper and deeper and I don't...
I understand.
I shouldn't have put you
in the position, I'm sorry.
Well, you know,
the first amendment
protects the journalists
sources.
You needed to be discreet,
so I get it.
You know, only you could make
the constitution sound romantic.
Somehow.
Would you like to dance with me?
I mean, what would people think?
Then you would become
part of the story.
One way to find out.
I always hoped,
I always dreamed
I'd find someone like you.
A love for all seasons
You look really beautiful.
I love you more than...
Thank you.
You look really nice too.
Thank you.
Oh.
Looks like they like
our dancing.
Yeah.
Although, I did
discover recently
that it's ok to step
into the spotlight.
And who's this person
that I'm dancing with?
Well, my name is
Maggie Marie Bailey
and I like weddings
and I like hiking
and I, uh, what was
the other one?
Oh yeah, I really like you.
Just like a dream
don't want to leave
Higher than the sun
I love you more than
Than there are
grains of sand
I put my life right
into your hands
All this love, I
give it back to you
The public has spoken.
Yes, I think that they have.
Well, you know, thanks to you
and your articles,
this park is now safe
once and for all.
I guess you can still write
serious news.
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
Good, cause I'm back
to covering City Hall.
- Well, isn't that perfect.
- Yeah.
You sure you have enough
time for a hike
because wedding season
is right around the corner.
Oh, yeah well I'm pretty sure
that my new employee,
Marguerite, has it covered.
I think that I could use
a little bit of a hiatus
from weddings for a bit.
- One last follow-up question.
- Mmhmm.
What are you gonna do
with all that down time?
Boss lady.
I was thinking of spending it
with you.
Good answer.
Alright, shall we?
We shall.
Ok.