Fantasy Island (2021) s02e12 Episode Script
Girlboss Interrupted
1
Previously on "Fantasy Island"
- Isla.
- A song stuck in your head?
It's like a siren song.
It's almost like she's a mermaid.
Today she asked me if mermaids exist.
- What did you tell her?
- Stay away from Ruby.
Everyone and everything
aren't always what they seem.
- Ruby?
- Where have you been?
Did someone tell you
to stay away from me?
- Roarke told me to stay away.
- You lied to me!
You made me think
that Isla was ghosting me,
- when it was you?
- Well, she's dangerous.
We can be together,
but, there's a price.
I'm in love with her.
And love can cloud our vision, Ruby.
Remember life with Mel?
I don't know what you're talking about.
Mel, your husband.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
[VEHICLE APPROACHING]
♪
- Have you seen Ruby?
- Mm-mm.
No, Ms. Roarke.
♪
Good morning.
Someone didn't travel light.
Someone had to make sure
the pens, pads, water bottles,
and stress balls
all got here in one piece.
Meet Courtney Hobbs.
Courtney, this is Elena Roarke,
your host.
Welcome to Fantasy Island.
All your coworkers have safely arrived.
Oh, well, then I better get going.
In my job, five minutes
early is ten minutes late.
Uh, you know punctuality is important,
but we have plenty of time to talk
before you have to join them.
- Sure.
- Shall we?
[SOFT MUSIC]
- Ruby?
- I don't know.
♪
I had my daughter,
Alexis, when I was 17.
I was the same age as she is now.
She's everything to me.
It's always been just the two of us.
- Was that hard?
- Beyond hard.
I was a disaster
No skills, no education.
Sometimes I wonder
how we even made it through.
T.S. Eliot said,
"Success is relative."
"It's what we make"
"of the mess we have made of things."
Then I must be a huge success.
[CHUCKLES]
Except I'm not,
not like I'd like to be.
From what I understand, you
managed to graduate college,
even got an MBA.
Night classes, online courses,
not exactly Harvard Business School.
- Well, does it have to be?
- It wouldn't hurt.
Aren't you working
at your dream company?
Seed & Spear
Socially conscious,
environmentally sourced products.
I am
- As a receptionist.
- It's a start.
The founder, Julia Beryl Thiel
[SIGHS]
She's my age.
I studied her in business school.
We all have our own journey, you know.
Julia is my idol.
Hi.
Sorry I'm late
Again.
Courtney, this is, uh, Ruby,
my associate.
- Hi.
- [CHUCKLES]
Courtney and I were
just discussing her job
at Seed & Spear.
Oh.
"Give light, be light."
Yes, that's their mantra.
I love them.
[CHUCKLES]
The problem is, after two years
of taking messages and fetching coffee,
Julia still doesn't know who I am.
Ooh, that cannot feel good.
- It doesn't.
- Courtney,
what can the Island do for you?
My fantasy,
is for my boss to know my name.
I want Julia to see
how much I have to offer.
And she will.
That's why I have arranged
for Seed & Spear's company retreat
to happen right here on the Island.
- Hmm, of course you did.
- [CHUCKLES]
You're gonna take one of these
twice a day.
What are they?
- Caramels?
- Very special ones.
Just enough to last your stay.
But beware
There's no more
of those where they came from.
Thank you so much for this.
It's what I do. [CHUCKLES]
- You keep an eye on her?
- Yeah.
That's what I do.
Okay, let me take you to the retreat.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
♪
And there is great Wi-Fi
for those who need it.
- [CELL PHONE VIBRATING]
- And I guess you do.
- [LAUGHS]
- Ooh, do you mind?
- It's my daughter.
- Oh, no.
- [CELL PHONE VIBRATES, CHIMES]
- Hey, bug.
How's paradise?
It's pretty incredible.
We're heading to our first event now.
You got this, lady.
Lipstick-on-teeth check.
[CHUCKLES]
All good.
I love you.
- I love you. Bye.
- [CELL PHONE CHIMES]
Oh, that is so sweet.
She is.
- And spunky.
- [CHUCKLES]
- Do you have children?
- [CHUCKLING]
Uh, you know,
we're not talking about me.
This is your fantasy.
Ready?
- [MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
- Mmm.
These are really good.
Yeah?
Well, you've got this, lady.
[EXHALES SHARPLY]
♪
Hmm.
[SIGHS]
♪
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
♪
Oh, finally.
I thought I might have
to do this myself.
No.
This is my job.
It's all pretty exciting, huh?
[THINKING] Enthusiasm,
but that will pass.
- Sorry, what was that?
- I didn't say anything.
[THINKING] Why am I wasting
time on the receptionist?
Next.
[THINKING] He said
it's just a cyst I'm fine.
[THINKING] Why do I always
push away people who love me?
[THINKING] Well, there's an itch
I can't scratch in public.
Oh, God, is she looking at me?
Oh, my God
I'm a mind reader.
[DREAMY MUSIC]
♪
[THINKING]
Why is she staring like a fish
with a hook in its mouth.
[THINKING] I'm totally drunk
at 10:00 a.m.
Best retreat ever!
[THINKING] In the end, it
all comes to nothing anyway.
Why do I bother?
[THINKING] I'm so tired
of people ragging on disco.
[THINKING] Did I leave
my curling iron on?
[THINKING] There's the receptionist.
Hey.
You filming this for social media?
I am.
Courtney.
[THINKING] Isn't this one
an eager beaver?
Julia hates being shot
from the left side,
and high angles are always appreciated.
[THINKING] God, I hope
she can handle this.
I hope you can handle all of this.
Welcome to the stage Julia Beryl Thiel,
founder, CEO of Seed & Spear.
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
Thank you, everyone!
It's a joy to see
our entire Seed & Spear
management team together.
Give light
ALL: Be light.
Give light
ALL: Be light.
I love it!
Now, why are you here,
my brilliant illuminators?
To renew, recharge,
and rekindle our passion!
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
[THINKING] You sound shrill.
Lower your voice.
Yes, there will be
team-building exercises and seminars,
but, there will also
be an amazing opportunity,
for all of you.
On our last day, each of you
will get two minutes
one-on-one with me,
to pitch your game-changing ideas
to expand our thriving business!
A good idea should sell itself
in 30 seconds.
I'm giving you 90 more than you need.
[THINKING] Oh, man,
I better stop drinking.
[THINKING] Artisanal, think artisanal.
Best pitch gets a promotion.
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
Keep in mind the worst enemy
to creativity is self-doubt.
[THINKING]
Bring it on home, Jules.
- And remember
- [THINKING] Big finish.
The universe is always working
in your favor!
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
[THINKING]
Sylvia Plath?
What was I thinking?
And I didn't even give her credit.
- Hi. So good to see you.
- So good.
Mason, so good to see you.
Oh, thank you.
You're so kind.
- Hi.
- Hi.
- That was incredible.
- Oh.
And the Sylvia Plath quote
at the end
- Perfect.
- [THINKING] Maybe it wasn't so bad.
I know this woman's face.
I'm just in office support,
but I love the company,
and everything you did
to make it happen.
Well, without
dedicated people like you,
Seed & Spear wouldn't exist.
[THINKING]
The straps of these sandals
are rubbing my ankles raw.
- Hi.
- Incredible.
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
Ruby.
So, thank you for coming.
How's it going with our guest?
Off to a good start?
Oh, definitely.
[CHUCKLES]
We really connected.
You must remember what it was like
being a young working mom.
[MYSTICAL MUSIC]
Um, you wanted to speak with me?
I do.
So this morning
when you weren't at the dock
Were you with Isla?
Yes. Yeah.
[SCOFFS]
And before you ask,
I haven't made any decisions about
My future.
You mean any decisions
about whether you're going
to give up your entire life
to become una sirena?
Hmm.
I'm glad you're taking your time.
Sarcasm noted.
Okay, see you later.
[SIGHS]
[SOFT MUSIC]
♪
[EXHALES DEEPLY]
♪
- Yes?
- Hi.
[THINKING] It's that girl.
I just wanted you to know that
the video of your
speech is ready to post,
and, I thought you could use
these for your sandals.
[THINKING] Is this woman psychic?
I know this might sound weird,
but I have the knockoffs
of your sandals,
and the straps are painful.
That should help a lot.
What's your name?
- Courtney.
- Courtney
I'll see you
in a little while, Courtney.
[SQUEALS, LAUGHING]
And what are you up to?
- Nothing.
- [THINKING] Said the foxes to the hens.
She is up to something.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
Mr. Campos.
- Almost time for the fire walk.
- Yes.
Nothing shows more
respect for employees
than making them trudge
across burning-hot coals.
Uh-huh. Well, I am collecting
everyone's shoes.
- May I have your loafers?
- Uh, yeah, I, uh
I will not be walking on hot coals.
[THINKING]
What is her name? Cassie?
Courtney, I was looking for you.
My sandals are a hundred times
more comfortable.
I'm so glad.
You're a lifesaver.
All right.
I've been told the coals
have now exceeded 1,000 degrees,
and the fun can begin at any time.
[THINKING] For God's sake,
whose idea was this?
Wonderful.
Wonderful.
I prepared some remarks.
Let's do a run-through
before everyone arrives.
I would love to be your sounding board.
Hmm.
Maybe you're asking yourself,
"Why would I ever want to walk
across hot coals?"
[THINKING] Yes, I'm dying to know.
Because to reach
one's fullest potential,
we must push past fear.
[THINKING]
God, I am terrified.
I'm with you so far.
When you make it to the other side,
you'll receive something unimaginable
The knowledge that fear
doesn't have to stop you.
Now, as they say, hold my beer,
and across I go.
- What do you think?
- I loved it.
Unflinching, unapologetic,
totally on brand.
I had goose bumps.
[THINKING] I just got a pedicure.
I really wish someone
would get me out of this.
- Julia.
- Hmm?
There's a situation that
you need to handle right away.
Oh, no.
[THINKING] The universe
does work in my favor.
Apparently I have a crisis.
I have never been more excited
to deal with an emergency.
- What's the crisis?
- There isn't one.
I just thought your perfect
pedicure deserved better.
[THINKING] Well, isn't this one bold.
I don't have to walk on hot
coals to prove I'm fearless.
Julia, in five minutes,
this beach will be filled
with your acolytes
expecting you to lead them
over the burning coals.
Luckily, I have an exceedingly
competent number two.
You're up, Leo.
Give light, be light.
[THINKING]
This is totally unacceptable!
This is totally unacceptable!
Where are we going?
You saved me.
I'm buying you a drink.
[THINKING]
Julia's buying her a drink?
What a kiss-up.
[LATIN POP MUSIC]
[PERSON SINGING IN SPANISH]
[LAUGHS] That's how determined I was.
He ducks into the elevator,
I run into the staircase,
- and by the time he gets out on the
- Seventh floor,
you're in front of his office.
[BOTH LAUGH]
Guess I told that one too many times.
Mm, as far as I know, only once
At the Wharton graduation
four years ago.
I watched it online.
[THINKING] Wow, this girl
does her homework.
I'll tell you something
I didn't tell them.
I closed that initial financing
by lying.
I said I was 21.
I was 20.
[INHALES DEEPLY]
I'll never forget.
It was two days before Christmas.
When I was 20,
I was working at Filene's Basement.
I didn't even have enough money
for a Christmas tree,
but my boss
He was so great.
He knew I had a three-year-old,
so he let us come in after hours
so that we could have Christmas Eve
in front of the big decorated tree.
[THINKING] Wow, that's so sad.
Sorry, did I bring down the room?
No.
I mean, yes, it's a little sad,
but, touching and resourceful.
I was working the discount rack,
and you were closing deals
with hedge-fund managers.
[THINKING] And now they
don't even return my calls.
Here's an idea.
I'm hosting a dinner tonight
for department heads.
We're gonna brainstorm, and
we could use some fresh blood.
- I have fresh blood.
- Then it's settled.
Dinner's at 6:00.
But first, more mojitos.
[LAUGHS]
♪
Hello.
- I heard you wanted to see me.
- I did.
I have a question.
Oh.
Why does Elena hate mermaids?
[SIGHS]
There is a lot of history there.
What kind of history?
For generations, there has been a pact
between the mermaids and the Roarkes.
Okay.
Mermaids keep the Island
unknown to outsiders.
In return, the Island protects them.
Then what's the problem?
Many years ago,
there was a mermaid who seduced a guest,
and stole him into the sea.
His family never saw him again.
As far as I know, he's with them still.
It was a tragedy that
haunted Elena's great
uncle his whole life.
Well, Isla had no part in that.
Why should she take the blame?
Oh, I see.
It's about your friend Isla.
[SIGHS]
I-it's not a matter of blame.
It's a matter of trust.
In Spanish, mermaids are sirenas.
Sirens
I know.
Think of it like this.
A shark, doesn't always bite
but it is always a shark.
[SOFT MUSIC]
♪
[LINE TRILLING]
- [CELL PHONE CHIMES]
- Hi, Mom.
Hey, bug.
Give me a pep talk.
I'm so nervous.
Tonight's make or break.
You are a badass, boss-babe superwoman.
- I am.
- You're gonna murder this dinner.
- Murder it.
- I love you, call me later.
- I love you.
- [CELL PHONE CHIMES]
[SOFT MUSIC PLAYING]
♪
[MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
♪
[MUSIC GROWS LOUDER]
[NO AUDIO]
♪
One is good.
Two is better.
♪
Give light, be light.
Give light, be light.
Give light, be light.
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
This table is for directors only.
- Shoo.
- Leo
I invited Courtney to join us.
- Why would you do that?
- Because she's smart.
We could learn a few things from her.
Like what.
How to fake an emergency?
[THINKING] Did she really
think that wasn't obvious?
I looked you up
Online degree,
only experience in retail sales.
It was a good effort,
but you have yet to earn
a place at this table.
- I'm honored to be included.
- You should be.
Tonight, listen more than you speak.
JULIA: Let's sit.
You don't want to embarrass yourself.
[THINKING] And that
hairdo isn't helping.
Everyone,
please welcome Courtney Hobbs.
She might be familiar to most of you,
and she's made quite
an impression on me this trip.
[THINKING] Let's see
how she handles pressure.
[THINKING] She's got this.
I knew she looked familiar.
- You gave a TED Talk, right?
- It was Big Think.
And it was brilliant.
No, neither of those things.
I give up.
Where have we seen you?
The horseshoe desk by the front door.
I'm the receptionist.
Well, um, I always get my messages,
so you must be good at what you do.
[THINKING] What a joke.
[CHUCKLES]
Well played, Julia.
We all started somewhere.
[THINKING]
Message for the receptionist
Time to get lost.
[THINKING] That dress is tragic.
So I'm dying to know how
everyone's pitches are going?
Jorge, let's start with you.
[THINKING]
What is her name?
- Claudia?
- [THINKING] I'd rather be in my room,
- watching HGTV.
- [THINKING] Kendra?
- Kalisa?
- [THINKING] And you're not exactly
starting ahead of the game.
[THINKING] Why are people such slobs?
[THINKING] He's definitely
sleeping with her.
[THINKING]
Who's drinking the vermouth?
We're down a bottle since Tuesday.
[THINKING] He can't live forever.
[THINKING] All I really
wanted is a gin and tonic.
[THINKING] I hope she doesn't let
these people get to her.
Are you okay?
[THINKING]
She's pale as a ghost.
You don't look well.
[THINKING] She finally realized
that no one wants her here.
[THINKING] Look at her.
Light's on, but nobody's home.
[THINKING] Please cry.
[THINKING] Thanks a lot, kid.
[THINKING] What is her name?
Caitlin?
- Courtney.
- [THINKING] Is she okay?
My name is Courtney.
[THINKING] I wish
I was livestreaming this.
[LAUGHTER]
You act like you're so nice,
but you're not.
I can hear you, and inside,
you're mean and scared.
You're all scared.
Why can't you just be honest?
And why can't anyone
say what they think?
[THINKING] Is she off her meds?
[DRAMATIC MUSIC]
And there she goes.
♪
[THINKING] Man, I am famished.
Take these.
I don't want them anymore.
♪
[MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
♪
Hmm.
[THINKING] Tequila, 1-1, 2-2,
3-3, 4-4.
Triple sec, 1-1, 2-2,
3-3, 4-4.
[THINKING] Bread, oranges,
sliced turkey, a six pack
Two six packs.
[THINKING] What do you get
a ten-year-old for their birthday?
They're too old for toys.
[THINKING] Okay, I think
he had the cranberry juice.
Oh, my God, I have to pee.
Oh, my God, I'm a mind reader.
[CELL PHONE CHIMES]
[SIGHS]
You wanted to see me?
Courtney.
Come in.
I'm so sorry.
I don't know what came over
What you said at dinner was awesome.
- It was?
- Yes, you spoke your truth.
I wish I could be that open
with my feelings.
So you're not gonna fire me?
- For being authentic?
No.
You are exactly the kind
of person I need around me.
You are a bold disrupter,
and disruption,
is what will keep us relevant.
[THINKING] Now more than ever,
or we are finished.
I'm so relieved.
Keep doing what you're doing.
- Don't change a thing.
- [CHUCKLES]
[THINKING] Except for that
nail polish, which is
not doing you any favors.
I'll bring up her hair another time.
Julia, I don't mean to be presumptuous,
but this is me chasing you
to the seventh floor.
I have a pitch, and I think it could
revolutionize the entire company.
[THINKING] Can it keep us
out of bankruptcy?
You don't need to chase me.
I'll have Leo give you a slot tomorrow.
[EXHALES SHARPLY]
You don't know what this means to me.
An idea can be a storm.
It can be a whisper on the wind
BOTH: or it can be a seed,
as fierce as a spear.
I won't let you down.
[CHUCKLES]
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
♪
[DOOR CLOSES]
♪
Elena.
[THINKING] Dios mío, he looks so sexy.
I just want to rip the shirt off him.
Oh, God.
Um, what?
Is everything okay?
[THINKING] He looks
more than okay from here.
I made a mistake, the guest
- The receptionist
- [THINKING] Oh, no.
If you slept with her
Um, what about her?
[CHUCKLES] I ran into her tonight.
Actually, she ran into me,
and she gave me this tin of candies.
[THINKING]
Tell me you didn't eat them.
- Uh-huh.
- [SIGHS]
I should know better than to
eat anything from this island
- that I didn't make myself.
- [THINKING] Yes, you should.
But they looked delicious,
so I ate one.
And now I can hear people's thoughts,
and it's totally freaking me out.
[THINKING] Did he hear me say
I want to rip his shirt off?
Yes, just just take it easy.
You'll be fine by the morning.
Morning?
That's, like, eight hours from now.
[THINKING] Yes, go now,
before you hear something
you shouldn't.
- [CHUCKLES] I should go.
- Yeah, go.
Yeah.
[THINKING] I love you.
Oh, damn!
Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no, no.
No, no, no.
[SOFT MUSIC]
You see, Elena, he was far away enough.
Yeah, he probably
He didn't hear.
Yeah, I'm sure he didn't hear.
No, he totally heard.
There's no way he heard, okay?
Oh, there you are.
Ah.
Did something happen?
I need to get my caramels back.
Javier said that you gave them to him,
so I, I don't understand.
I was so nervous
that I took two at once.
I figured one was good,
two would be better.
It was a complete catastrophe.
And now, I really need them back.
Mm, no.
I'm sorry, no.
No?
Well, you made the decision
to give them up,
and now, this is your new path.
But, Julia gave me a slot
to pitch my idea.
That's wonderful.
It's not wonderful
if I humiliate myself.
Uh, maybe you'll knock it
out of the park.
I need to know what Julia is thinking.
That way, if she hates it,
I can pivot.
Oh, eh, I-I see
The all-important pivot.
You know, there's something
I want you to see.
No, I need all the time
I have to prepare.
Okay, please just walk that way.
That way.
[CHUCKLES]
♪
[CHILD GIGGLING]
[GIGGLING CONTINUES]
I'm a bunny.
- You're a bunny?
- Yes.
Like the Easter Bunny?
- No.
- Oh, just a regular bunny.
Santa Claus made
a really fun game for you.
Alexis, do you see all these presents?
- Mm-hmm.
- Which one do you think was yours?
- That one.
- [CHUCKLES]
Why do you think it's that one?
It's pink.
Santa knows that pink
is your favorite color, huh?
Do you want to open it?
Go get it.
♪
- What do you think's in here?
- Roller skates?
Hmm, you think maybe roller skates.
Is it heavy?
- Yeah.
- [CHUCKLING] Yeah?
- What color is this?
- Lexie,
I was trying so hard
to make Christmas special.
You did.
Open it up.
You deserve better.
Mom, look at me.
- Okay, can you lift it up?
- No, not this me that me.
Roller skates!
That's still my favorite Christmas.
Those are cute.
- Do that again.
- We had nothing,
but you gave
me everything it was magic.
We were in the lobby
of a closed department store.
I love them.
Listen to me.
You make magic
with or without magic candies.
You can do this.
When we get home,
we'll watch "Rudolph," okay?
Until next year,
say bye, Christmas tree.
Bye, Christmas tree.
[MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
♪
[EXHALES DEEPLY]
Nailed it!
I can wait.
Oh, yay.
Courtney, this afternoon
has been a total snooze fest.
- Are you ready to blow us away?
- That's the plan.
Just don't pitch artisanal manure.
- [SIGHS]
- It's not a thing.
Mm, got it.
Ixnay on the artisanal anure-may.
Um
for most of my life, I thought
my dreams couldn't come true.
But then I read an article
about you, Julia,
and your belief in yourself
and your vision
for Seed & Spear inspired me.
I've been at the company
for two years now,
and I am certain,
that Seed & Spear's future
is not in another $100 candle
or, as Leo said,
a bag of artisanal manure.
The way forward,
is to go back to the company's roots
The farm box.
But make it accessible for all.
My idea is to create
an affordable version
with an associated brand
that won't impact the
parent company's bottom line.
In time, we'll create jobs,
reduce waste, and improve the diets
of an ever-increasing number of people,
people like me,
who want to feed their kids
healthy, accessible, affordable food.
And you've run the numbers?
It's all in here.
By my conservative projections,
profits could increase 30%
in the next 5 years.
- And the initial investment?
- Minimal.
The infrastructure's already in place.
Okay, thank you.
Uh, you can go now.
I spoke to Segundo.
How is the old man?
He told me a story about a feud
between the Roarkes and the mermaids.
Why didn't you tell me?
Our relationship is about you and me,
not about anybody else.
♪
Did your people steal a guest?
No one was stolen.
There was a guest who fell
in love with one of us.
He chose to join us,
just like I hope you will.
- Is he still with you?
- He is.
Perhaps someday you'll meet him.
Perhaps.
Take all the time you need.
[BREATHES DEEPLY]
[CHUCKLES]
♪
[BREATHING SHAKILY]
[KNOCK AT DOOR]
Julia, what a nice surprise.
Please come on in.
So
Courtney, I'm going to make
an official announcement tomorrow,
but I wanted to talk to you first.
I'm all ears.
I loved your pitch.
I really did
Thought-provoking, well-considered.
Okay.
But I'm going to let you go.
Let me
- What?
- Our visions don't align.
But they do.
The Julia Beryl Thiel that you admire
is a marketing tool
to sell bespoke washcloths
and ethically sourced pine cones
to rich people with more money
than common sense.
I don't understand.
You're an idealist, Courtney.
So are you.
No.
I'm a pragmatist.
Ultimately, my top priority
is shareholder value.
Seed & Spear is
a high-end lifestyle brand.
It's not a "save the world,
feed the people" brand.
It could be both.
But it won't be.
What about "give light, be light"?
Courtney
I don't want to be the one responsible
for dimming your light.
Seed & Spear isn't the place for you.
If you need a recommendation,
don't hesitate to reach out.
♪
And, Courtney
the universe is always working
in your favor.
♪
[DOOR OPENS, CLOSES]
- [KNOCK AT DOOR]
- Courtney?
- Courtney?
- [KNOCKING CONTINUES]
[SIGHS]
[DOOR CLOSES]
I know it's tempting
to see this as a failure.
That's because it is a failure.
I'm an idealistic,
tone-deaf idiot with terrible ideas,
and bad hair.
I think your hair is lovely.
You know, sometimes
the wrong door has to close
so we can move through the right one.
How can I tell Alexis
that I lost my job
and that our future is ruined?
One person didn't like your pitch,
and now your entire future is ruined?
Well, it certainly seems
a lot more bleak
than it did 24 hours ago.
I feel lost.
If Alexis had the same experience,
what would you tell her?
I would tell her to believe in herself,
hold her head up high,
and move on with dignity.
Your daughter is lucky
to have such a wise mom.
And you can't stay
under the covers forever.
It's time to believe in yourself,
hold your head high,
and move on with dignity.
[SOFT MUSIC]
♪
[CHUCKLES]
♪
Hey.
What brings you
to my neck of the woods?
I'm worried about Ruby.
Elena
Javier, I think she's in danger.
What, from Isla?
Isla is not who Ruby thinks she is.
And if we sit back, and we do nothing,
she very well may take Ruby
to the ocean with her
Forever.
- Okay, I hear you.
Okay?
But if that's what Ruby wants,
isn't that her decision?
Only if she's doing it
with a sound mind.
What do you mean?
I think Isla's stealing her memories.
And I
I need to know for sure.
[SIGHS] That's where I come in.
She trusts you.
You know, she'll open up to you
if she can.
♪
Thank you.
♪
- [SIGHS]
- [KNOCK AT DOOR]
- Heading home?
- No.
I thought I'd spend a year
traveling the world,
and then find another low-paying job.
Mm, yeah,
heard you crapped out on your pitch.
Honestly, I was amazed
you weren't fired after that dinner.
Why are you here, Mason?
Company property.
Unless you're planning
on taking those with you.
Yeah, I was about to steal
a box of stress balls,
'cause that would be
the answer to all my problems.
[CHUCKLES]
Julia wants you to leave it all
in her suite.
Here's the key.
[SIGHS]
Don't take this too hard, huh?
It's all a learning experience,
and you learned a lot.
Yeah, I learned you suck.
[UPBEAT TROPICAL MUSIC]
[SIGHS]
♪
Oh, somebody brought their appetite.
If the sun has risen, I'm ravenous.
[THINKING] I may have to slip
those salt and pepper shakers
into my luggage.
[THINKING] It's not a lump.
It's just a cyst.
[MYSTICAL MUSIC]
♪
So
What's new?
♪
[BOWLS HUMMING]
[GONG RESOUNDING]
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
Courtney.
Give light, be light, my ass!
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
You stole my idea.
[GASPS]
You stole my idea!
Don't deny it!
Okay.
Okay, let's all take a breath.
Courtney here is understandably upset
because she was just let go.
I wasn't let go.
You fired me.
How about we discuss this privately?
I think here's good.
Julia Beryl Thiel is not
who she pretends to be.
Seed & Spear is in trouble.
Hedge-fund managers
won't even return her calls.
How would you know that?
Leo?
I didn't tell her,
but she is the receptionist.
Was, until she stole my idea
to save the company.
Don't be ridiculous.
I came up with a brilliant new
direction, for Seed & Spear.
My idea, not hers.
You came up with marketing ideas,
and you're already contacting
potential distributors.
Just admit it, Julia.
It's all in here.
[BOOK THUDS]
You broke into my suite.
- You wanted the stress balls back.
- What stress balls?
It's what he said
when he gave me your key.
You gave her my key?
To be fair, I gave him the key, Julia,
and I told him to give it to her.
Why would you do that?
Because you're a liar.
[PEOPLE GASP,
CHATTERING IN DISBELIEF]
And I'm not gonna let you be a thief.
So now, you're the arbiter
of what's right and fair?
I'm done enabling you.
You're on your own.
If you're in the market
for new partners,
I know someone
who just became available,
- and she has great ideas.
- Do you, now?
You don't have a clue
as to what it takes, Courtney.
Maybe, maybe not.
But she'll have my help.
Are you kidding?
Hell, yeah.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
What's the worst that could happen?
Well, you could fail
and lose a lot of investor money
and be right back where you started.
No way. I'm a badass,
boss-babe superwoman.
That's the attitude.
Uh, Julia
remember, the universe is
always working in your favor.
♪
Leo was dead weight.
Getawayfrom me.
♪
Thank you for being on time.
No problem.
Good morning.
I hope you can handle
an extra passenger.
I am no longer welcome
on the corporate jet.
Of course.
[CHUCKLES]
- Thank you.
- Perfect.
We have so many things to discuss
- about our new company.
- Yes, we do.
Thank you.
Hmm, well, I am sure
it will be a huge success.
No doubt.
- Will you check that?
- Yes, sir.
Excuse me.
- Well?
- So
I listened to Ruby's thoughts.
- And?
- It's all gone.
- What do you mean?
- As far as I can tell,
she remembers nothing of
her life before the Island
Not Mel, not the kids, nothing.
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
I can't let this stand, Javier.
I'm with you.
Any ideas?
Just one.
- Thank you, Javier.
- Of course.
Elena.
- Yeah?
- For the record,
I love you, too.
[GASPS]
Hold on to hope, love ♪
I searched high and low ♪
For you ♪
For you ♪
♪
Each day gets closer ♪
So hold on stronger ♪
To me ♪
And you ♪
♪
Someday soon ♪
I'll find you ♪
- Someday soon ♪
- [LINE TRILLING]
I'll know ♪
Hello?
Good evening.
My name is Elena Roarke.
I need to speak with you
about your mother.
Previously on "Fantasy Island"
- Isla.
- A song stuck in your head?
It's like a siren song.
It's almost like she's a mermaid.
Today she asked me if mermaids exist.
- What did you tell her?
- Stay away from Ruby.
Everyone and everything
aren't always what they seem.
- Ruby?
- Where have you been?
Did someone tell you
to stay away from me?
- Roarke told me to stay away.
- You lied to me!
You made me think
that Isla was ghosting me,
- when it was you?
- Well, she's dangerous.
We can be together,
but, there's a price.
I'm in love with her.
And love can cloud our vision, Ruby.
Remember life with Mel?
I don't know what you're talking about.
Mel, your husband.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
[VEHICLE APPROACHING]
♪
- Have you seen Ruby?
- Mm-mm.
No, Ms. Roarke.
♪
Good morning.
Someone didn't travel light.
Someone had to make sure
the pens, pads, water bottles,
and stress balls
all got here in one piece.
Meet Courtney Hobbs.
Courtney, this is Elena Roarke,
your host.
Welcome to Fantasy Island.
All your coworkers have safely arrived.
Oh, well, then I better get going.
In my job, five minutes
early is ten minutes late.
Uh, you know punctuality is important,
but we have plenty of time to talk
before you have to join them.
- Sure.
- Shall we?
[SOFT MUSIC]
- Ruby?
- I don't know.
♪
I had my daughter,
Alexis, when I was 17.
I was the same age as she is now.
She's everything to me.
It's always been just the two of us.
- Was that hard?
- Beyond hard.
I was a disaster
No skills, no education.
Sometimes I wonder
how we even made it through.
T.S. Eliot said,
"Success is relative."
"It's what we make"
"of the mess we have made of things."
Then I must be a huge success.
[CHUCKLES]
Except I'm not,
not like I'd like to be.
From what I understand, you
managed to graduate college,
even got an MBA.
Night classes, online courses,
not exactly Harvard Business School.
- Well, does it have to be?
- It wouldn't hurt.
Aren't you working
at your dream company?
Seed & Spear
Socially conscious,
environmentally sourced products.
I am
- As a receptionist.
- It's a start.
The founder, Julia Beryl Thiel
[SIGHS]
She's my age.
I studied her in business school.
We all have our own journey, you know.
Julia is my idol.
Hi.
Sorry I'm late
Again.
Courtney, this is, uh, Ruby,
my associate.
- Hi.
- [CHUCKLES]
Courtney and I were
just discussing her job
at Seed & Spear.
Oh.
"Give light, be light."
Yes, that's their mantra.
I love them.
[CHUCKLES]
The problem is, after two years
of taking messages and fetching coffee,
Julia still doesn't know who I am.
Ooh, that cannot feel good.
- It doesn't.
- Courtney,
what can the Island do for you?
My fantasy,
is for my boss to know my name.
I want Julia to see
how much I have to offer.
And she will.
That's why I have arranged
for Seed & Spear's company retreat
to happen right here on the Island.
- Hmm, of course you did.
- [CHUCKLES]
You're gonna take one of these
twice a day.
What are they?
- Caramels?
- Very special ones.
Just enough to last your stay.
But beware
There's no more
of those where they came from.
Thank you so much for this.
It's what I do. [CHUCKLES]
- You keep an eye on her?
- Yeah.
That's what I do.
Okay, let me take you to the retreat.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
♪
And there is great Wi-Fi
for those who need it.
- [CELL PHONE VIBRATING]
- And I guess you do.
- [LAUGHS]
- Ooh, do you mind?
- It's my daughter.
- Oh, no.
- [CELL PHONE VIBRATES, CHIMES]
- Hey, bug.
How's paradise?
It's pretty incredible.
We're heading to our first event now.
You got this, lady.
Lipstick-on-teeth check.
[CHUCKLES]
All good.
I love you.
- I love you. Bye.
- [CELL PHONE CHIMES]
Oh, that is so sweet.
She is.
- And spunky.
- [CHUCKLES]
- Do you have children?
- [CHUCKLING]
Uh, you know,
we're not talking about me.
This is your fantasy.
Ready?
- [MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
- Mmm.
These are really good.
Yeah?
Well, you've got this, lady.
[EXHALES SHARPLY]
♪
Hmm.
[SIGHS]
♪
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
♪
Oh, finally.
I thought I might have
to do this myself.
No.
This is my job.
It's all pretty exciting, huh?
[THINKING] Enthusiasm,
but that will pass.
- Sorry, what was that?
- I didn't say anything.
[THINKING] Why am I wasting
time on the receptionist?
Next.
[THINKING] He said
it's just a cyst I'm fine.
[THINKING] Why do I always
push away people who love me?
[THINKING] Well, there's an itch
I can't scratch in public.
Oh, God, is she looking at me?
Oh, my God
I'm a mind reader.
[DREAMY MUSIC]
♪
[THINKING]
Why is she staring like a fish
with a hook in its mouth.
[THINKING] I'm totally drunk
at 10:00 a.m.
Best retreat ever!
[THINKING] In the end, it
all comes to nothing anyway.
Why do I bother?
[THINKING] I'm so tired
of people ragging on disco.
[THINKING] Did I leave
my curling iron on?
[THINKING] There's the receptionist.
Hey.
You filming this for social media?
I am.
Courtney.
[THINKING] Isn't this one
an eager beaver?
Julia hates being shot
from the left side,
and high angles are always appreciated.
[THINKING] God, I hope
she can handle this.
I hope you can handle all of this.
Welcome to the stage Julia Beryl Thiel,
founder, CEO of Seed & Spear.
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
Thank you, everyone!
It's a joy to see
our entire Seed & Spear
management team together.
Give light
ALL: Be light.
Give light
ALL: Be light.
I love it!
Now, why are you here,
my brilliant illuminators?
To renew, recharge,
and rekindle our passion!
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
[THINKING] You sound shrill.
Lower your voice.
Yes, there will be
team-building exercises and seminars,
but, there will also
be an amazing opportunity,
for all of you.
On our last day, each of you
will get two minutes
one-on-one with me,
to pitch your game-changing ideas
to expand our thriving business!
A good idea should sell itself
in 30 seconds.
I'm giving you 90 more than you need.
[THINKING] Oh, man,
I better stop drinking.
[THINKING] Artisanal, think artisanal.
Best pitch gets a promotion.
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
Keep in mind the worst enemy
to creativity is self-doubt.
[THINKING]
Bring it on home, Jules.
- And remember
- [THINKING] Big finish.
The universe is always working
in your favor!
[CHEERS AND APPLAUSE]
[THINKING]
Sylvia Plath?
What was I thinking?
And I didn't even give her credit.
- Hi. So good to see you.
- So good.
Mason, so good to see you.
Oh, thank you.
You're so kind.
- Hi.
- Hi.
- That was incredible.
- Oh.
And the Sylvia Plath quote
at the end
- Perfect.
- [THINKING] Maybe it wasn't so bad.
I know this woman's face.
I'm just in office support,
but I love the company,
and everything you did
to make it happen.
Well, without
dedicated people like you,
Seed & Spear wouldn't exist.
[THINKING]
The straps of these sandals
are rubbing my ankles raw.
- Hi.
- Incredible.
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
Ruby.
So, thank you for coming.
How's it going with our guest?
Off to a good start?
Oh, definitely.
[CHUCKLES]
We really connected.
You must remember what it was like
being a young working mom.
[MYSTICAL MUSIC]
Um, you wanted to speak with me?
I do.
So this morning
when you weren't at the dock
Were you with Isla?
Yes. Yeah.
[SCOFFS]
And before you ask,
I haven't made any decisions about
My future.
You mean any decisions
about whether you're going
to give up your entire life
to become una sirena?
Hmm.
I'm glad you're taking your time.
Sarcasm noted.
Okay, see you later.
[SIGHS]
[SOFT MUSIC]
♪
[EXHALES DEEPLY]
♪
- Yes?
- Hi.
[THINKING] It's that girl.
I just wanted you to know that
the video of your
speech is ready to post,
and, I thought you could use
these for your sandals.
[THINKING] Is this woman psychic?
I know this might sound weird,
but I have the knockoffs
of your sandals,
and the straps are painful.
That should help a lot.
What's your name?
- Courtney.
- Courtney
I'll see you
in a little while, Courtney.
[SQUEALS, LAUGHING]
And what are you up to?
- Nothing.
- [THINKING] Said the foxes to the hens.
She is up to something.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
Mr. Campos.
- Almost time for the fire walk.
- Yes.
Nothing shows more
respect for employees
than making them trudge
across burning-hot coals.
Uh-huh. Well, I am collecting
everyone's shoes.
- May I have your loafers?
- Uh, yeah, I, uh
I will not be walking on hot coals.
[THINKING]
What is her name? Cassie?
Courtney, I was looking for you.
My sandals are a hundred times
more comfortable.
I'm so glad.
You're a lifesaver.
All right.
I've been told the coals
have now exceeded 1,000 degrees,
and the fun can begin at any time.
[THINKING] For God's sake,
whose idea was this?
Wonderful.
Wonderful.
I prepared some remarks.
Let's do a run-through
before everyone arrives.
I would love to be your sounding board.
Hmm.
Maybe you're asking yourself,
"Why would I ever want to walk
across hot coals?"
[THINKING] Yes, I'm dying to know.
Because to reach
one's fullest potential,
we must push past fear.
[THINKING]
God, I am terrified.
I'm with you so far.
When you make it to the other side,
you'll receive something unimaginable
The knowledge that fear
doesn't have to stop you.
Now, as they say, hold my beer,
and across I go.
- What do you think?
- I loved it.
Unflinching, unapologetic,
totally on brand.
I had goose bumps.
[THINKING] I just got a pedicure.
I really wish someone
would get me out of this.
- Julia.
- Hmm?
There's a situation that
you need to handle right away.
Oh, no.
[THINKING] The universe
does work in my favor.
Apparently I have a crisis.
I have never been more excited
to deal with an emergency.
- What's the crisis?
- There isn't one.
I just thought your perfect
pedicure deserved better.
[THINKING] Well, isn't this one bold.
I don't have to walk on hot
coals to prove I'm fearless.
Julia, in five minutes,
this beach will be filled
with your acolytes
expecting you to lead them
over the burning coals.
Luckily, I have an exceedingly
competent number two.
You're up, Leo.
Give light, be light.
[THINKING]
This is totally unacceptable!
This is totally unacceptable!
Where are we going?
You saved me.
I'm buying you a drink.
[THINKING]
Julia's buying her a drink?
What a kiss-up.
[LATIN POP MUSIC]
[PERSON SINGING IN SPANISH]
[LAUGHS] That's how determined I was.
He ducks into the elevator,
I run into the staircase,
- and by the time he gets out on the
- Seventh floor,
you're in front of his office.
[BOTH LAUGH]
Guess I told that one too many times.
Mm, as far as I know, only once
At the Wharton graduation
four years ago.
I watched it online.
[THINKING] Wow, this girl
does her homework.
I'll tell you something
I didn't tell them.
I closed that initial financing
by lying.
I said I was 21.
I was 20.
[INHALES DEEPLY]
I'll never forget.
It was two days before Christmas.
When I was 20,
I was working at Filene's Basement.
I didn't even have enough money
for a Christmas tree,
but my boss
He was so great.
He knew I had a three-year-old,
so he let us come in after hours
so that we could have Christmas Eve
in front of the big decorated tree.
[THINKING] Wow, that's so sad.
Sorry, did I bring down the room?
No.
I mean, yes, it's a little sad,
but, touching and resourceful.
I was working the discount rack,
and you were closing deals
with hedge-fund managers.
[THINKING] And now they
don't even return my calls.
Here's an idea.
I'm hosting a dinner tonight
for department heads.
We're gonna brainstorm, and
we could use some fresh blood.
- I have fresh blood.
- Then it's settled.
Dinner's at 6:00.
But first, more mojitos.
[LAUGHS]
♪
Hello.
- I heard you wanted to see me.
- I did.
I have a question.
Oh.
Why does Elena hate mermaids?
[SIGHS]
There is a lot of history there.
What kind of history?
For generations, there has been a pact
between the mermaids and the Roarkes.
Okay.
Mermaids keep the Island
unknown to outsiders.
In return, the Island protects them.
Then what's the problem?
Many years ago,
there was a mermaid who seduced a guest,
and stole him into the sea.
His family never saw him again.
As far as I know, he's with them still.
It was a tragedy that
haunted Elena's great
uncle his whole life.
Well, Isla had no part in that.
Why should she take the blame?
Oh, I see.
It's about your friend Isla.
[SIGHS]
I-it's not a matter of blame.
It's a matter of trust.
In Spanish, mermaids are sirenas.
Sirens
I know.
Think of it like this.
A shark, doesn't always bite
but it is always a shark.
[SOFT MUSIC]
♪
[LINE TRILLING]
- [CELL PHONE CHIMES]
- Hi, Mom.
Hey, bug.
Give me a pep talk.
I'm so nervous.
Tonight's make or break.
You are a badass, boss-babe superwoman.
- I am.
- You're gonna murder this dinner.
- Murder it.
- I love you, call me later.
- I love you.
- [CELL PHONE CHIMES]
[SOFT MUSIC PLAYING]
♪
[MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
♪
[MUSIC GROWS LOUDER]
[NO AUDIO]
♪
One is good.
Two is better.
♪
Give light, be light.
Give light, be light.
Give light, be light.
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
This table is for directors only.
- Shoo.
- Leo
I invited Courtney to join us.
- Why would you do that?
- Because she's smart.
We could learn a few things from her.
Like what.
How to fake an emergency?
[THINKING] Did she really
think that wasn't obvious?
I looked you up
Online degree,
only experience in retail sales.
It was a good effort,
but you have yet to earn
a place at this table.
- I'm honored to be included.
- You should be.
Tonight, listen more than you speak.
JULIA: Let's sit.
You don't want to embarrass yourself.
[THINKING] And that
hairdo isn't helping.
Everyone,
please welcome Courtney Hobbs.
She might be familiar to most of you,
and she's made quite
an impression on me this trip.
[THINKING] Let's see
how she handles pressure.
[THINKING] She's got this.
I knew she looked familiar.
- You gave a TED Talk, right?
- It was Big Think.
And it was brilliant.
No, neither of those things.
I give up.
Where have we seen you?
The horseshoe desk by the front door.
I'm the receptionist.
Well, um, I always get my messages,
so you must be good at what you do.
[THINKING] What a joke.
[CHUCKLES]
Well played, Julia.
We all started somewhere.
[THINKING]
Message for the receptionist
Time to get lost.
[THINKING] That dress is tragic.
So I'm dying to know how
everyone's pitches are going?
Jorge, let's start with you.
[THINKING]
What is her name?
- Claudia?
- [THINKING] I'd rather be in my room,
- watching HGTV.
- [THINKING] Kendra?
- Kalisa?
- [THINKING] And you're not exactly
starting ahead of the game.
[THINKING] Why are people such slobs?
[THINKING] He's definitely
sleeping with her.
[THINKING]
Who's drinking the vermouth?
We're down a bottle since Tuesday.
[THINKING] He can't live forever.
[THINKING] All I really
wanted is a gin and tonic.
[THINKING] I hope she doesn't let
these people get to her.
Are you okay?
[THINKING]
She's pale as a ghost.
You don't look well.
[THINKING] She finally realized
that no one wants her here.
[THINKING] Look at her.
Light's on, but nobody's home.
[THINKING] Please cry.
[THINKING] Thanks a lot, kid.
[THINKING] What is her name?
Caitlin?
- Courtney.
- [THINKING] Is she okay?
My name is Courtney.
[THINKING] I wish
I was livestreaming this.
[LAUGHTER]
You act like you're so nice,
but you're not.
I can hear you, and inside,
you're mean and scared.
You're all scared.
Why can't you just be honest?
And why can't anyone
say what they think?
[THINKING] Is she off her meds?
[DRAMATIC MUSIC]
And there she goes.
♪
[THINKING] Man, I am famished.
Take these.
I don't want them anymore.
♪
[MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
♪
Hmm.
[THINKING] Tequila, 1-1, 2-2,
3-3, 4-4.
Triple sec, 1-1, 2-2,
3-3, 4-4.
[THINKING] Bread, oranges,
sliced turkey, a six pack
Two six packs.
[THINKING] What do you get
a ten-year-old for their birthday?
They're too old for toys.
[THINKING] Okay, I think
he had the cranberry juice.
Oh, my God, I have to pee.
Oh, my God, I'm a mind reader.
[CELL PHONE CHIMES]
[SIGHS]
You wanted to see me?
Courtney.
Come in.
I'm so sorry.
I don't know what came over
What you said at dinner was awesome.
- It was?
- Yes, you spoke your truth.
I wish I could be that open
with my feelings.
So you're not gonna fire me?
- For being authentic?
No.
You are exactly the kind
of person I need around me.
You are a bold disrupter,
and disruption,
is what will keep us relevant.
[THINKING] Now more than ever,
or we are finished.
I'm so relieved.
Keep doing what you're doing.
- Don't change a thing.
- [CHUCKLES]
[THINKING] Except for that
nail polish, which is
not doing you any favors.
I'll bring up her hair another time.
Julia, I don't mean to be presumptuous,
but this is me chasing you
to the seventh floor.
I have a pitch, and I think it could
revolutionize the entire company.
[THINKING] Can it keep us
out of bankruptcy?
You don't need to chase me.
I'll have Leo give you a slot tomorrow.
[EXHALES SHARPLY]
You don't know what this means to me.
An idea can be a storm.
It can be a whisper on the wind
BOTH: or it can be a seed,
as fierce as a spear.
I won't let you down.
[CHUCKLES]
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
♪
[DOOR CLOSES]
♪
Elena.
[THINKING] Dios mío, he looks so sexy.
I just want to rip the shirt off him.
Oh, God.
Um, what?
Is everything okay?
[THINKING] He looks
more than okay from here.
I made a mistake, the guest
- The receptionist
- [THINKING] Oh, no.
If you slept with her
Um, what about her?
[CHUCKLES] I ran into her tonight.
Actually, she ran into me,
and she gave me this tin of candies.
[THINKING]
Tell me you didn't eat them.
- Uh-huh.
- [SIGHS]
I should know better than to
eat anything from this island
- that I didn't make myself.
- [THINKING] Yes, you should.
But they looked delicious,
so I ate one.
And now I can hear people's thoughts,
and it's totally freaking me out.
[THINKING] Did he hear me say
I want to rip his shirt off?
Yes, just just take it easy.
You'll be fine by the morning.
Morning?
That's, like, eight hours from now.
[THINKING] Yes, go now,
before you hear something
you shouldn't.
- [CHUCKLES] I should go.
- Yeah, go.
Yeah.
[THINKING] I love you.
Oh, damn!
Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no, no.
No, no, no.
[SOFT MUSIC]
You see, Elena, he was far away enough.
Yeah, he probably
He didn't hear.
Yeah, I'm sure he didn't hear.
No, he totally heard.
There's no way he heard, okay?
Oh, there you are.
Ah.
Did something happen?
I need to get my caramels back.
Javier said that you gave them to him,
so I, I don't understand.
I was so nervous
that I took two at once.
I figured one was good,
two would be better.
It was a complete catastrophe.
And now, I really need them back.
Mm, no.
I'm sorry, no.
No?
Well, you made the decision
to give them up,
and now, this is your new path.
But, Julia gave me a slot
to pitch my idea.
That's wonderful.
It's not wonderful
if I humiliate myself.
Uh, maybe you'll knock it
out of the park.
I need to know what Julia is thinking.
That way, if she hates it,
I can pivot.
Oh, eh, I-I see
The all-important pivot.
You know, there's something
I want you to see.
No, I need all the time
I have to prepare.
Okay, please just walk that way.
That way.
[CHUCKLES]
♪
[CHILD GIGGLING]
[GIGGLING CONTINUES]
I'm a bunny.
- You're a bunny?
- Yes.
Like the Easter Bunny?
- No.
- Oh, just a regular bunny.
Santa Claus made
a really fun game for you.
Alexis, do you see all these presents?
- Mm-hmm.
- Which one do you think was yours?
- That one.
- [CHUCKLES]
Why do you think it's that one?
It's pink.
Santa knows that pink
is your favorite color, huh?
Do you want to open it?
Go get it.
♪
- What do you think's in here?
- Roller skates?
Hmm, you think maybe roller skates.
Is it heavy?
- Yeah.
- [CHUCKLING] Yeah?
- What color is this?
- Lexie,
I was trying so hard
to make Christmas special.
You did.
Open it up.
You deserve better.
Mom, look at me.
- Okay, can you lift it up?
- No, not this me that me.
Roller skates!
That's still my favorite Christmas.
Those are cute.
- Do that again.
- We had nothing,
but you gave
me everything it was magic.
We were in the lobby
of a closed department store.
I love them.
Listen to me.
You make magic
with or without magic candies.
You can do this.
When we get home,
we'll watch "Rudolph," okay?
Until next year,
say bye, Christmas tree.
Bye, Christmas tree.
[MYSTICAL WHOOSH]
♪
[EXHALES DEEPLY]
Nailed it!
I can wait.
Oh, yay.
Courtney, this afternoon
has been a total snooze fest.
- Are you ready to blow us away?
- That's the plan.
Just don't pitch artisanal manure.
- [SIGHS]
- It's not a thing.
Mm, got it.
Ixnay on the artisanal anure-may.
Um
for most of my life, I thought
my dreams couldn't come true.
But then I read an article
about you, Julia,
and your belief in yourself
and your vision
for Seed & Spear inspired me.
I've been at the company
for two years now,
and I am certain,
that Seed & Spear's future
is not in another $100 candle
or, as Leo said,
a bag of artisanal manure.
The way forward,
is to go back to the company's roots
The farm box.
But make it accessible for all.
My idea is to create
an affordable version
with an associated brand
that won't impact the
parent company's bottom line.
In time, we'll create jobs,
reduce waste, and improve the diets
of an ever-increasing number of people,
people like me,
who want to feed their kids
healthy, accessible, affordable food.
And you've run the numbers?
It's all in here.
By my conservative projections,
profits could increase 30%
in the next 5 years.
- And the initial investment?
- Minimal.
The infrastructure's already in place.
Okay, thank you.
Uh, you can go now.
I spoke to Segundo.
How is the old man?
He told me a story about a feud
between the Roarkes and the mermaids.
Why didn't you tell me?
Our relationship is about you and me,
not about anybody else.
♪
Did your people steal a guest?
No one was stolen.
There was a guest who fell
in love with one of us.
He chose to join us,
just like I hope you will.
- Is he still with you?
- He is.
Perhaps someday you'll meet him.
Perhaps.
Take all the time you need.
[BREATHES DEEPLY]
[CHUCKLES]
♪
[BREATHING SHAKILY]
[KNOCK AT DOOR]
Julia, what a nice surprise.
Please come on in.
So
Courtney, I'm going to make
an official announcement tomorrow,
but I wanted to talk to you first.
I'm all ears.
I loved your pitch.
I really did
Thought-provoking, well-considered.
Okay.
But I'm going to let you go.
Let me
- What?
- Our visions don't align.
But they do.
The Julia Beryl Thiel that you admire
is a marketing tool
to sell bespoke washcloths
and ethically sourced pine cones
to rich people with more money
than common sense.
I don't understand.
You're an idealist, Courtney.
So are you.
No.
I'm a pragmatist.
Ultimately, my top priority
is shareholder value.
Seed & Spear is
a high-end lifestyle brand.
It's not a "save the world,
feed the people" brand.
It could be both.
But it won't be.
What about "give light, be light"?
Courtney
I don't want to be the one responsible
for dimming your light.
Seed & Spear isn't the place for you.
If you need a recommendation,
don't hesitate to reach out.
♪
And, Courtney
the universe is always working
in your favor.
♪
[DOOR OPENS, CLOSES]
- [KNOCK AT DOOR]
- Courtney?
- Courtney?
- [KNOCKING CONTINUES]
[SIGHS]
[DOOR CLOSES]
I know it's tempting
to see this as a failure.
That's because it is a failure.
I'm an idealistic,
tone-deaf idiot with terrible ideas,
and bad hair.
I think your hair is lovely.
You know, sometimes
the wrong door has to close
so we can move through the right one.
How can I tell Alexis
that I lost my job
and that our future is ruined?
One person didn't like your pitch,
and now your entire future is ruined?
Well, it certainly seems
a lot more bleak
than it did 24 hours ago.
I feel lost.
If Alexis had the same experience,
what would you tell her?
I would tell her to believe in herself,
hold her head up high,
and move on with dignity.
Your daughter is lucky
to have such a wise mom.
And you can't stay
under the covers forever.
It's time to believe in yourself,
hold your head high,
and move on with dignity.
[SOFT MUSIC]
♪
[CHUCKLES]
♪
Hey.
What brings you
to my neck of the woods?
I'm worried about Ruby.
Elena
Javier, I think she's in danger.
What, from Isla?
Isla is not who Ruby thinks she is.
And if we sit back, and we do nothing,
she very well may take Ruby
to the ocean with her
Forever.
- Okay, I hear you.
Okay?
But if that's what Ruby wants,
isn't that her decision?
Only if she's doing it
with a sound mind.
What do you mean?
I think Isla's stealing her memories.
And I
I need to know for sure.
[SIGHS] That's where I come in.
She trusts you.
You know, she'll open up to you
if she can.
♪
Thank you.
♪
- [SIGHS]
- [KNOCK AT DOOR]
- Heading home?
- No.
I thought I'd spend a year
traveling the world,
and then find another low-paying job.
Mm, yeah,
heard you crapped out on your pitch.
Honestly, I was amazed
you weren't fired after that dinner.
Why are you here, Mason?
Company property.
Unless you're planning
on taking those with you.
Yeah, I was about to steal
a box of stress balls,
'cause that would be
the answer to all my problems.
[CHUCKLES]
Julia wants you to leave it all
in her suite.
Here's the key.
[SIGHS]
Don't take this too hard, huh?
It's all a learning experience,
and you learned a lot.
Yeah, I learned you suck.
[UPBEAT TROPICAL MUSIC]
[SIGHS]
♪
Oh, somebody brought their appetite.
If the sun has risen, I'm ravenous.
[THINKING] I may have to slip
those salt and pepper shakers
into my luggage.
[THINKING] It's not a lump.
It's just a cyst.
[MYSTICAL MUSIC]
♪
So
What's new?
♪
[BOWLS HUMMING]
[GONG RESOUNDING]
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
Courtney.
Give light, be light, my ass!
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
You stole my idea.
[GASPS]
You stole my idea!
Don't deny it!
Okay.
Okay, let's all take a breath.
Courtney here is understandably upset
because she was just let go.
I wasn't let go.
You fired me.
How about we discuss this privately?
I think here's good.
Julia Beryl Thiel is not
who she pretends to be.
Seed & Spear is in trouble.
Hedge-fund managers
won't even return her calls.
How would you know that?
Leo?
I didn't tell her,
but she is the receptionist.
Was, until she stole my idea
to save the company.
Don't be ridiculous.
I came up with a brilliant new
direction, for Seed & Spear.
My idea, not hers.
You came up with marketing ideas,
and you're already contacting
potential distributors.
Just admit it, Julia.
It's all in here.
[BOOK THUDS]
You broke into my suite.
- You wanted the stress balls back.
- What stress balls?
It's what he said
when he gave me your key.
You gave her my key?
To be fair, I gave him the key, Julia,
and I told him to give it to her.
Why would you do that?
Because you're a liar.
[PEOPLE GASP,
CHATTERING IN DISBELIEF]
And I'm not gonna let you be a thief.
So now, you're the arbiter
of what's right and fair?
I'm done enabling you.
You're on your own.
If you're in the market
for new partners,
I know someone
who just became available,
- and she has great ideas.
- Do you, now?
You don't have a clue
as to what it takes, Courtney.
Maybe, maybe not.
But she'll have my help.
Are you kidding?
Hell, yeah.
[UPBEAT MUSIC]
What's the worst that could happen?
Well, you could fail
and lose a lot of investor money
and be right back where you started.
No way. I'm a badass,
boss-babe superwoman.
That's the attitude.
Uh, Julia
remember, the universe is
always working in your favor.
♪
Leo was dead weight.
Getawayfrom me.
♪
Thank you for being on time.
No problem.
Good morning.
I hope you can handle
an extra passenger.
I am no longer welcome
on the corporate jet.
Of course.
[CHUCKLES]
- Thank you.
- Perfect.
We have so many things to discuss
- about our new company.
- Yes, we do.
Thank you.
Hmm, well, I am sure
it will be a huge success.
No doubt.
- Will you check that?
- Yes, sir.
Excuse me.
- Well?
- So
I listened to Ruby's thoughts.
- And?
- It's all gone.
- What do you mean?
- As far as I can tell,
she remembers nothing of
her life before the Island
Not Mel, not the kids, nothing.
[INDISTINCT CHATTER]
I can't let this stand, Javier.
I'm with you.
Any ideas?
Just one.
- Thank you, Javier.
- Of course.
Elena.
- Yeah?
- For the record,
I love you, too.
[GASPS]
Hold on to hope, love ♪
I searched high and low ♪
For you ♪
For you ♪
♪
Each day gets closer ♪
So hold on stronger ♪
To me ♪
And you ♪
♪
Someday soon ♪
I'll find you ♪
- Someday soon ♪
- [LINE TRILLING]
I'll know ♪
Hello?
Good evening.
My name is Elena Roarke.
I need to speak with you
about your mother.