Melrose Place s02e26 Episode Script

Ahh! Jake! Oh, ooh.
Good morning.
Good swim? I thought you were gonna fix the pool heater.
Oh, I'm sorry about that.
Later, okay? Actually, right now would be an ideal time.
I can't, I gotta meet some clients at 8:00.
A few minutes are hardly gonna make a difference.
Besides, it's good for you to keep a client waiting.
Puts you in a position of power.
Amanda, I don't think you understand.
I have a job now.
I work on the boat.
I don't mind helping you out when I can, but just 'cause we're in a relationship doesn't mean I'm at your disposal for this handyman routine.
It's just one small favor, Jake.
Really? Well, maybe you could hire someone to take care of all the little favors you need around here.
As a matter of fact, I think you should hire someone.
What do you mean, like hire an apartment manager? Exactly.
Someone who will do everything you say and get paid for it.
But when I see the world From where I stand I guess I'm not too Made you breakfast, sweetheart.
I'm not hungry.
How's that list coming? What's the rush? The rush is I want my 50 grand.
And you'll get it.
I mean, Gram named you in her will.
Jane doesn't have a legal leg to stand on.
Yeah, well, your sister screwed me over in the divorce settlement, and I'm not taking any chances this time.
I want dates, times, anything nice you remember your grandmother saying about me.
I told you, but you tuned out whenever Gram started yammering about how wonderful Jane's life was.
Well, then make things up if you have to, anything that sounds good enough to use in court.
Hey.
Are you listening to me? Every word, sweetheart.
I'll be home by 6:30, so the interviews can start at 7:00.
And send only your best people.
Thanks.
Hi, hope I'm not interrupting anything.
No, that was an employment agency.
I'm hiring an apartment manager for the building.
Oh.
Please, have a seat.
Thank you.
So you wanted to discuss something? Yeah.
Um Amanda, you said that if I I ever needed your help, I could ask.
And I was wondering if you would consider loaning me some money.
Sorry, I never loan money to friends.
Well, actually, it would be more of an investment than a loan.
It's for my business.
I'd prefer lower-risk investments, Jane.
And frankly, my offer was only for any financial advice you might need.
I understand that.
But at this point, I don't need advice.
I need money.
I don't enjoy saying "I told you so," but this was inevitable.
You spent funds you didn't have.
I know, Amanda.
Look, I'm sorry, I'm I'm just angry at Michael for going after my inheritance.
And I'm upset with myself for not playing this out better.
I Maybe I don't have what it takes to be in business.
Maybe I'm not shrewd enough.
You know what I'd do if I were you? Take on a partner.
Someone who's got the capital for a long-range investment.
I would only be interested in a business partner if I retained creative control.
Well, that wouldn't be an issue for someone who's just looking for a place to park their funds and see some profit down the line.
Great well, I'd really appreciate anything you can do to help.
Please I love doing this.
Thanks.
In fact, I already have someone in mind who would be perfect for you.
Uh, excuse me You just paged me? Actually, I did.
Oh Amanda.
What's up? Some kind of medical problem you'd like me to look at? I have a proposition for you.
Proposition? Already, I'm intrigued.
A business proposition.
Mm-hmm.
I'm told Jane's contesting your part of her grandmother's inheritance.
And she sent you to talk me out of pursuing it? Nice try, but I'm legally entitled to that money.
Jane doesn't know I'm speaking with you, and I want to help you get your money.
All right.
I'm listening.
If you invest your share of the inheritance in Jane's company, she won't contest the will.
Hm pass.
Maybe you haven't considered this, but unless you two reach some agreement, you can count on some pretty outrageous lawyers' fees and both of you will end up with nothing.
Then, tell Jane to back off.
You know she won't do that.
Then, I'll see her in court.
Michael, you obviously still have very strong feelings for her.
I don't think so.
I left her, remember? Jane is having financial problems, and you have the power to help her out.
Where a court case would drive you two apart, a business arrangement would bring you closer together.
And isn't that what you want To be closer to Jane? Wait a minute What's in it for you? Just helping out a friend.
Oh, that's funny, Amanda.
All right A 10% finder's fee, along with the joy of seeing you two work this out.
Oh if it gives you so much pleasure, goes through DD.
Deal? Deal.
Wonderful.
Um are you sure you don't need a physical while you're here? Keep your stethoscope in your pocket, doctor.
It dates back to the turn of the century, but it's been completely restored, and we have a very good organist available.
Won't that be beautiful? An old pipe organ playing "The Wedding March"? It's so old-fashioned and romantic.
Maybe we should just have music on tape.
Billy part of the experience is that it's real not prerecorded.
Yeah, but organ music gives people the creeps, you know? That's why they use it in horror movies.
Perhaps a contemporary feel would be more appropriate, given that you're writing your own vows.
Yeah, exactly.
Well, in any event, I'd very much like you two to remain a part of our congregation.
We like to stay involved with our young people here, and we provide a full range of family services, including day care when the time comes.
Thanks, but we're both pretty focused on our careers right now.
It'd be a few years before we start a family.
Yeah, if we have one at all.
If? That's news to me.
I guess we never talked about it.
Well, that's what engagements are for, aren't they? How can we be together all this time and me not know this about you? Maybe it's 'cause you always assume whatever you want, I'll want too.
It's not so unreasonable to assume you want to have a family.
I mean, a house, the kids, a dog It's the whole point of getting married.
No, the point is that I want to be with you.
I have a career, Billy, a life, and there are things I want to do in it, and places I want to go.
Fine, me too, but I can see a family in that picture.
Eventually, anyway.
Are you saying that right now, you can absolutely, positively tell me that you never want to have kids? Yes, that's what I'm saying.
I can't believe this.
It's, like, all of a sudden you're somebody else.
Oh, that's ridiculous.
Allison, what is the matter with you lately? Nothing, damn it! I'm tired.
Can we please go home? No, you're not getting off that easy.
First, it's this "no sex" thing, and now, it's no kids.
What's next? What, no wedding? Of course not.
Well, then I want an explanation.
There's something wrong, and I want to know what it is.
I haven't been sleeping.
I've been scared too.
Why? Nightmares.
I've been having them every night, these really terrifying nightmares.
About what? I don't know.
Weird images, like somebody's after me, but it's me as a little girl and I can't get away, and it is so dark, and I'm screaming and screaming, and nobody hears me.
Hey.
It's okay.
You know, it's probably stress or anxiety over the wedding, your parents coming out me bugging you, the works.
When it is happening, it is so vivid so real.
Allison, they're dreams.
They're just dreams.
Excuse me, do you know where I can find Amanda Woodward? Who are you? Ted Ramsey, the employment agency sent me.
Yes, I've been waiting.
You were due here an hour ago.
I'm sorry, I was working construction all day.
I thought it'd be better if I cleaned up a bit.
Otherwise, you wouldn't want to get within two feet of me, much less give me a job.
Did you bring me a resume? Uh, no.
But the employment agency will vouch for me.
I've been with them almost a year, and I've done everything from wash dishes to dig ditches, so, you know, being an apartment manager will be nothing.
No, what I mean is that I You know, I could do the job easily.
Well, it's not a huge complex, but things do seem to go wrong with some frequency.
The job is mostly maintenance The laundry room, pool, some grounds work, and I'm sure the agency told you it's only part-time.
Yeah, that works out perfect, because it gives me time for auditions.
I'm an actor.
Really? Have I ever seen you in anything? Well, I guess I shouldn't say that I'm an actor until I actually get a part.
You know, I moved out here to study it, pay my dues, get discovered, become a big star.
Of course.
Um, well, I have a few more people I have to see, so I'll be in touch.
Oh, sure.
Oh, you do live in town, don't you? I specifically requested a local resident for on-call purposes.
I sort of had to leave my apartment quicker than I wanted to.
My roommate moved out unexpectedly.
But I heard that some apartment managers get to live rent-free as part of their salary.
Look, Miss Woodward.
You probably think I'm some kind of flaky kid.
But the truth is I'm a hard worker, I'm reliable, and if something's broken, I know how to fix it.
It's a talent I have.
There is a vacant unit next to mine.
Ordinarily, it goes for 600 a month.
You'll live there rent-free, plus 200 in salary.
However, your hours won't be fixed.
You'll work any day of the week, any hour of the day, for as many hours as I ask you to.
Are you offering me the job? The agency said they'd send only their best people, so, yes.
You can start tomorrow.
I'll show you around before I leave for work.
Thank you, Miss Woodward.
Um, call me Amanda.
I'll see you at 7:30 sharp.
I'll be there.
Let me outta here.
Somebody, please let me outta here! Oh, God.
Hi.
Hey, Jane.
This is Ted, our new manager.
Oh, hi, nice to meet you.
Where do you want this? The kitchen is fine.
Thanks.
Nothing like having a man around the house, as I'm sure you'll recall.
I have good news for you.
I found you an investor.
Really? Who? Well, let's just say he's financially solvent, and you can meet him today.
La Belle Auberge, 12:00 noon.
Fantastic, I'll be there.
Good.
Uh All set.
Thank you.
Uh, is there anything I should do to prepare? No, no, he's definitely interested.
It's just a matter of meeting and talking it over.
This is great.
Yes, it is.
I'm happy to do it.
See you at noon.
Okay.
The pool heater's the priority.
After that Good morning.
Good morning.
Jake Hanson, Ted Ramsey Mm mm.
Our, um, new manager.
Nice to meet you.
We sure could use the help around here.
If you need any help, just ask.
I've done some of the work around here myself.
And watch out for that smile of hers.
Next thing you know, she'll be having you believing that a regular workday is 12 hours.
Oh, don't scare the man, he just got here.
Well, I'm gonna get back to work now.
See you later.
Mr.
Personality.
Oh, be nice.
He's just a kid.
"Yep, sure thing, boss.
" A shrink? Don't you think you're overreacting a little? Billy, you don't understand.
Well, maybe I'm being a little close-minded, but I I just think all you need is to talk to somebody who cares about you.
You know how much shrinks cost.
They're like $100 an hour.
You can talk to me all afternoon for the price of a beer.
Could we just eat? Allison Billy.
I don't know how to explain these dreams.
They don't make any sense.
All I know is that they are real, and they're frightening.
And they're temporary.
I can practically guarantee it.
How? You don't know that.
I just don't see how seeing a psychiatrist can hurt.
Jo thinks And I don't understand why you treat other people's opinions as gospel.
They're just other opinions.
That's part of the problem right there.
What, you're leaving now? I'm sorry, I have a lot of work to do before my afternoon meeting.
What do I owe you? Forget it, lunch is on me.
I meant for the therapy session.
This isn't doing either of us any good.
Would you please just finish your lunch and talk to me? I'm sorry, I have to go.
I'll see you at home.
Uh, the prospectus includes designs for the fall season, monthly expenses, and a five-year projection.
Well, this is all very impressive, but you don't have to try so hard.
He's ready to buy it.
Why can't you tell me who it is? I can, I would just rather you meet him.
Oh, I don't believe this Michael's here.
Damn it, I don't want him to ruin this.
Just stay calm.
Hello, Jane, Amanda I'm sorry I'm late.
We thought we lost a clamp during surgery.
Almost had to go back inside, but we found it.
How could you set me up like this? Let's not make a scene, okay? Hold on a minute You didn't tell her? Your nerve never ceases to amaze me, Michael.
How could you possibly have enough money to invest? My 50 grand.
Oh, my God.
Jane, if you don't contest the will, Michael will invest his share in your company.
Oh, you're blackmailing me? No, this was her idea.
I don't have to do this, Jane, the money's legally mine.
It's just the this way, we split the inheritance as Gram intended.
Go to hell, Michael.
Why don't we order and discuss this like civilized people? I would rather file for bankruptcy than lie down with the two of you.
I'd suggest you start earning your 5%.
Jane? You'd sell out Mother Teresa.
The reason I'm a good businessperson is I don't let emotions get in the way.
You wanna be a loser? Just keep playing victim.
Not only did you betray my confidence, you brought Michael into this when I am trying to get him out of my life.
No matter what you think, I am on your side.
Michael is a willing investor, and he believes in your talent.
If you contest the will, you'll lose everything in court costs and wind up with nothing.
I can't do this.
Jane.
Don't be stupid.
The law is gonna give him half.
This is your only way to take it back.
These are my terms.
I design whatever I want.
We split the expenses and profits 50/50.
I run the company without any interference from you, and you keep Sydney out of this.
I can live with that.
I'll set up an appointment with a lawyer.
Nice work.
You have 24 hours to pay me my finder's fee in a certified check, at which time you'll receive an exclusive contract for DD's services.
You don't sign that contract in 48 hours, I'll talk Jane out of the deal.
I doubt it.
I'm not Jane, Michael.
I can't find one redeeming quality in you, and I never have.
I'm home! You're not still angry, are you? You scared me to death.
Sorry.
I left my tools.
I don't understand.
What were you fixing when I left here this morning? There was nothing broken.
It was a problem with the pipes.
In my bedroom? Well, there's pipes in every apartment in every room.
Fine.
Could you just leave, please? There was a broken pipe, and I fixed it.
Next time you don't want me to do that, that's your choice.
If it's an emergency, fine.
Other than that, no.
I don't want you to.
You got it.
Amanda, I came home, and Ted was in my apartment.
I practically ran right into him.
He's the building manager, Allison.
He fixes things.
He wasn't fixing anything.
He was lurking.
Lurking? He said there was a broken pipe in my bedroom.
Now, how would he know that? Uh, maybe he's clairvoyant.
What's going on? Ted has full reign to do whatever is necessary to ensure the safety of the tenants 24 hours a day.
Oh, come on, Amanda.
There's no danger.
There's nothing broken.
An ad executive and a freelance plumber? So versatile, Allison I had no idea.
Just don't let him in there unless I'm there, okay? Allison's going through a little hard time right now with the wedding plans, and she's having trouble sleeping, and Billy.
Sleepless nights? And now, lurking handymen? Really, Allison, what's next? UFOs? Amanda, I want advance notice if Ted has to get into my apartment.
I am entitled to that.
Excuse me, I have to save whatever's left of dinner good-bye.
No, you don't have to change the name of the company.
It was just a suggestion.
Yeah, tomorrow at the lawyer's is fine.
All right, bye.
What did she want? Business.
Oh, and you can stop working on that list.
Jane's not contesting the will.
Why not? I'm investing my share of the inheritance in Jane's company.
It's the only way to get my money.
Michael, that money is legally yours.
Yeah, but this way, we avoid going through the courts.
Besides, Jane's talented.
We'll make a profit on this.
I'm talented too, Michael.
Um, making money lying on your back isn't exactly what I'd call talent, Syd.
I know why you're doing this.
Look, um, it's strictly business, so don't worry about it, okay? I don't trust Jane, and I don't trust you, either.
What's going on? We have an arrangement.
I buy you furniture, and you annoy me as little as possible.
Then get off my couch.
Hey, come on Syd.
Put the knife down! I don't care about the furniture! Tell me you don't still love her.
I'm warning you, you ruin that couch, I'm not replacing it.
Tell me! Tell me, damn it.
Tell me! You want to trash the place? Go for it.
I'm getting a beer.
Michael.
Can anybody hear me? Get me outta here.
Help, please! Allison? Morning.
You all right? Yeah, I'm fine.
Another nightmare? No, um the alarm surprised me.
I usually wake up before it goes off.
Oh, man.
Look at the time.
Could you make the coffee? I'm gonna jump in the shower, okay? Sure.
Okay.
I hope you plan on cleaning this mess up Yeah, sure.
'Cause I'm not buying you a new couch.
I said I'd take care of it.
What's so damn interesting? Shh.
As she was arrested last night in her hilltop home, Lauren Etheridge, known as the Hollywood madam, threatened to name some of the biggest names in the business, which undoubtedly has many in the Hollywood community quite concerned.
So they finally busted your fancy friend's ass.
Lucky you gave up hooking with her.
Otherwise, you'd be a jailbird, too.
Now, be a good, little wife and put this place back together.
You can relax, Michael.
I have everything under control.
Well, the leak must be in the shower head.
There's hardly any pressure.
See? Hey! Oh, my gosh! Other way! Oh, I'm sorry! Oh oh, my God.
Sorry.
I'm sorry.
I guess, um, you should get hazard pay.
Yeah, thanks.
If I had known, I would have worn a wet suit.
So, um, can you fix it? Yeah, I just unscrew the shower head, see what the problem is.
It's probably just a worn-out washer.
Oh, good.
Seems like you know what you're doing, so I'll just leave you to it.
I've I gotta get ready for work.
So holler if you need anything.
Lauren, hi.
How are you? You're a bright girl, Sydney.
You figure it out.
So what brings you to these plush surroundings? No special reason.
To visit, chat, check up on you.
The only person who cares about my well-being is my attorney and all he cares about is money.
Well, I don't know about him, but I just wanted to bring you some things, make you more comfortable Makeup, cigarettes, candy.
The only thing I need is to get out of this hellhole, Sydney.
And somehow, I doubt there's anything in that bag of yours that'll do the trick.
So you'll excuse me if I cut our little visit short.
I have laundry detail.
Lauren, wait! You're right, I did have another reason for coming here.
Let's have it.
Look.
You built up an amazing business.
It was the classiest act in town and the most successful.
Why let it end? Maybe you haven't noticed, but I happen to be incarcerated.
Right, but I'm not.
Meaning what? Your girls want to be loyal to you.
But with you behind bars, they're gonna be tempted to go elsewhere.
What are you suggesting, Sydney? Simple a partnership.
Oh, no.
You said it yourself.
I'm a bright girl and a quick study.
All I need is someone to provide the client base and a little guidance.
If I wanted a protégé, why on Earth would I pick you? Because I'm the only girl who's got the drive to do this, and you know it.
It's perfect, Lauren.
I reestablish contact with every client on your behalf.
And in a week, we're business as usual.
We'll split the profits down the middle, and when you're out, you step in, we renegotiate.
You are definitely a piece of work, Sydney.
Take it or leave it, Lauren.
Unlike you, I don't have all day.
Hi.
I have an appointment to see Dr.
Miller? Right.
At 1:00, though, wasn't it? You're 10 minutes late.
Yes.
Is he in? As a matter of fact, he is.
And you're looking at him.
I'm sorry.
I thought maybe you were A file clerk, receptionist? No, no.
I just meant that you're younger than I thought you'd be.
Ah, happens all the time.
I'm beginning to think I should dye my hair white to suit the profession.
So Allison Parker you ready to get started? Hey.
Hey, Jake.
Hey, Ted.
How's the job working out? You finding everything okay? Yeah, fine.
These yours? Yeah.
Here, I'll take 'em.
Miss Woodward, would you like me to wash your car before you go to work in the morning? It could really use it.
Amanda, and yes, that'd be wonderful, thank you.
My pleasure.
He's sweet.
Ted's just being helpful, you know.
I know.
He wants to do a good job, so he's a little overeager.
I mean, so what am I supposed to do, stop him from washing my car? And he volunteered.
Did I say anything? You're jealous, aren't you? No, I'm not.
Jake, I know you.
I know that look on your face.
I'm not guilty.
All right, I'll admit that he seems to have a little bit of a crush on me, but he does good work, and eventually he'll develop a crush on someone else Especially after he figures out that I am completely and totally spoken for.
So there's no need to be jealous.
Like I keep telling you, I'm not jealous.
Mm well, good.
So how about joining me for a nice, hot shower? Oh, I got errands to run.
Take a rain check? Promises, promises.
Amanda? Amanda? She's not here.
Then why are you? The window in her bedroom was stuck.
She complained about it, so I told her it would be a done deal before she came home.
She never mentioned anything to me.
Well, you're not the handyman anymore.
I mean, as I understand that, you made that real clear.
Hey.
Yeah? I'm watching you.
Great.
Feel free to give me pointers.
Thanks.
I just never thought I'd feel that comfortable.
Amazing for a crazy woman.
I know, I was wrong.
Jo, he was so reassuring, and gentle, and caring, and smart.
Yeah, really? And gorgeous, and sophisticated, and well-dressed, and he had this adorable smile.
Allison, you went for help with your nightmares, and all you can talk about is how cute he is? What did you say? Well, what did you say? I told him about what was going on with work, with the wedding.
I did a monologue for an hour, and he just really listened.
That's what you're paying him for.
I know, but he really seemed genuinely concerned about how I was feeling.
Allison, he's your doctor.
Do you know how easy it is to get attached to him? They even have a word for it transference.
Jo, it's only been one session.
I am just saying that I believe in him and I was pleasantly surprised.
Right, so what did he say about your nightmares? Oh, he said that I was certifiably nuts and I should be committed.
Ha, ha.
He said that it could be any number of things, and without knowing me, it's hard to say.
So you're gonna keep seeing him? I made an appointment for next week.
So how's Billy taking this? I haven't told him.
But you're going to.
No, I'm not.
End of discussion.
To our first big order! You bet all right.
A sign of things to come.
You bet.
Mm.
Can I help you? Sydney! Hi.
Kevin Curtis.
We worked together at Kay Beacon's? The bookkeeper? Right.
Well, don't let me keep you from your work.
We don't pay you to stand around and yak.
I got this yesterday from the design center.
Do you like it? Yeah, I really do.
Hi.
Sydney, what are you doing here? I came to check out our investment and place an order Wholesale, of course.
I'm a personal shopper for a group of these really cool women, and I need a dozen totally sexy dresses.
Can we speak privately? Well, sure.
The place looks great.
Sydney, I don't want your business.
I don't even want you in here.
Well, that's really too bad, Jane.
We are partners.
No, it's an arrangement between me and Michael, and neither one of us wants you involved.
Well, I'm Michael's wife, and that automatically gives me 25%.
Why can't you just deal? I don't have time for this.
I came here to help you increase our business.
You really should learn how to accept help, Jane.
Gotta run now.
Got a manicure.
Kevin.
I want you to keep two ledgers One for us to show our profits, the other for our investors to show our losses.
Jane, look.
I really do want to help you, but I can't cook the books.
You know Sydney, and you know Michael.
Now, do you want to help me eventually buy them out or not? You all right? I'm fine.
Why wouldn't I be? Well, I came back this morning 'cause I left something in your apartment, and I found Ted coming out of your bedroom.
What? He said that you told him your window was stuck, and he'd have it fixed by the time you got home.
That's a blatant lie.
And for the record, pool heater's still broke.
I hadn't checked I assumed he fixed it.
Allison told me he was lurking around her apartment And I made her sound crazy.
That's it, he's outta here.
Great, I'm going with you.
No I hired him, I'll fire him.
Then, I'll wait outside and make sure he leaves.
I wasn't, uh, expecting company.
And I wasn't expecting you to screw up.
What were you doing in my bedroom this morning? Correction your bathroom.
I wanted to make sure the shower was working.
Jake saw you coming out of my bedroom.
Well, he was mistaken.
He saw your door open, thought you were in danger, thought he saw me coming out of your bedroom.
I don't know I was doing my job, Amanda.
Well, the past tense is appropriate.
You're fired as of right now.
Give me the keys All of them.
So you have a jealous boyfriend, so you fire me? You did this alone.
Come on, Amanda.
I just got here.
And you have five minutes to leave, unless you want to be charged with breaking and entering.
I saw you on the street Talkin' on your phone, hands in the air Saying, "Whoa, now," shaking your head Looks important talking to your girl Saying, "I ain't lying baby, I'm trying " Michael.
Can I talk to you for a minute? Sure, darling My husband Michael.
Hi.
Tea party's over I'm exhausted, and I want all your little friends outta here.
Michael, they're not my friends.
They're my employees.
I've taken over Lauren's business.
I'm too tired for your games, all right? I'm serious, Michael.
What are you, nuts? I shouldn't have married you.
I should have locked you up.
You're looking at this all wrong.
This is my new business, and what's mine is yours.
And what the hell do you want me to do with half an illegal business that can get me thrown in jail and out of the medical profession forever? Michael, you've already broken the law, and you haven't gotten caught yet.
Just think of all the money thousands! And we practically don't have to do anything.
Any more mineral water? Yeah, it's in the fridge.
You're right, Sydney.
Think of what we could do with all that money.
Why this sudden domestic need to make sure that I'm fed? Ulterior motive.
You need to keep up your strength.
For anything in particular? Yes but I forgot.
Jake thank you for protecting me from Ted.
It's great to have a real man around the house.
Hmm I, um I've never been with anyone who was so concerned about me.
I would never let anything happen to you.
I'd have to go back to eating frozen dinners.
Now about that shower you owe me Ah!