When Calls The Heart (2014) s11e03 Episode Script
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Previously on When Calls the Heart
[BILL] Finding the gun, the
capture, the confession
but I don't have proof of anything.
Well, if we work together
we could find the proof.
I've been advised I'll
need to divest my interest
in the hotel and the saloon.
Did I just hear you suggest
that we buy the hotel?
[LEE] Michael is running
a top-notch operation.
You're wonderful and kind
and everything that I've ever wanted.
Nathan just got home.
I don't even know if he still
has feelings for me anymore.
[APPLAUSE]
[DRAMATIC MUSIC]
[CAR ROLLS BY]
Bang, bang.
[SETS STOPWATCH]
[CLICK]
[PANTING]
Somebody's lying.
[ENGINE RUMBLING]
Hmm.
I can't believe this is happening.
It's a new era.
I remember when I bought
this place sight unseen.
Just sign here and it's all yours, Lee.
I know the Queen of Hearts
will be in good hands
with the two of you.
Oh, thank you. I appreciate that.
Alright.
I'm just the owner, though.
Michael here, he's gonna
be running the show.
Although I'm willing
to still sling beers
from time to time if we get busy.
That'd be great, Lee.
We always see a bump in
revenue when you pinch hit.
My theory is that people linger
because you always bend an ear.
Hmm.
Well, it's true I do love a good yarn.
[ALL CHUCKLE]
Alright, I better get back to work.
Wouldn't want the new
boss to have to fire me.
- Not funny.
- [HICKAM LAUGHS]
Uh, Lee, I was hoping
you might be ok with me
still using my office
just a few days a week?
Yeah, sure.
We can come up with a fair price.
I'm just kidding, of course.
- You're a good man.
- Yeah.
Oh, uh, Lucas?
Have you uh, you seen
Elizabeth since, you know
Since since I've been back?
Yeah.
Just briefly at the party. Why?
Oh, just no reason.
Just uh, you know, if you ever
wanted to talk about it, uh,
I have been told that I'm
an exceptional listener.
Ah, I see.
Well, I'm fine, Lee.
I feel like we both
just want to be friends.
Ok.
- Thank you.
- Yep.
Elizabeth.
- Hi.
- Hi. Morning.
Morning.
I'm just uh, dropping
off some lunch for Allie.
She forgot it at home.
- Oh, she's just over there
- I also
I wanted to thank you for the party.
It was a really great surprise
as far as surprises go.
Well, that was the idea.
It was a night full of
surprises, though, wasn't it?
Wasn't it, though?
I I mean, I'm happy Lucas is back.
- Of course.
- Yeah, thrilled.
It sounds like he's really gonna
change things up around here.
Still, just when things were
starting to feel normal again.
But like a good normal though, right?
Definitely good normal.
Uh Dad?
What're you doing here?
Oh, you uh, you forgot your lunch.
My lunch is in my school bag
because you made it for me.
Well, now you have two.
Kids. [LAUGHS]
Well um
have a nice day.
You too.
[THEME MUSIC PLAYS]
♪
♪
- Angela!
- What?
You know what you did.
Cooper, that is no way
to speak to your sister.
[THUD]
Angela gave my best baseball to Scout
and he chewed it right to bits.
Now it won't throw right.
And you used my favorite
hair ribbon for a sling shot.
Children!
Stop this fighting.
- I'm not eating with him.
- I'm not eating with her.
I'm meeting Allie. Bye.
- Bye, baby.
- Have a good day.
[DOOR SLAMS]
So much for our family meal.
What was that all about?
They've been like cats and dogs lately.
Should we worry?
They always work it out.
[SIGHS]
Bill.
What're you doing? At my desk?
This timing doesn't make sense.
Pike said in his confession
he fired two shots.
He ran to the back of the alley
and he stashed the
gun in the storm drain.
Right.
Edwin said that when he heard the shots
he ran outside immediately
and he saw the getaway car
speeding away out front.
Now, Nathan, I went to Capital
City and I timed this myself.
Pike would have been in the back alley.
So then who was driving the getaway car?
Exactly. Pike couldn't have acted alone.
You still think this
is Montague, don't you?
Bill, I'll admit, he's
got questionable ethics
but he did absolutely nothing illegal
last time we dealt with
him. And he has an alibi.
They barely checked the alibi.
Montague could have
hired Pike and a driver.
And now he thinks he's free and clear.
So we just wait.
Maybe he'll slip up.
Class dismissed.
[RINGS BELL]
Don't forget to do your math homework
and 10 pages of reading tonight.
I'll see you all tomorrow.
Thanks for staying, Toby.
It's about your math test.
Did I ace it?
Not quite.
But I really don't want
you to get discouraged.
It's ok, Mrs. Thornton.
There's always next time.
Mm-hmm.
Did you get to study for this test?
I did. I really did.
I memorized the answers to the homework.
Right.
Well, unfortunately
memorizing the answers
doesn't really work for math the
same way it does for geography.
It doesn't?
No.
But the good news is
that once you understand
how to solve the problem
you'll get it right every time.
And I'll be here to help you.
I've tried so many
times but it never works.
Maybe I should just give up doing math?
What will I even use it for, anyways?
You make an excellent point.
So, you know, just forget
about your math homework.
Instead of math you can
read twice as many pages
as the rest of your classmates.
But that's 20 pages.
Would you look at that? You do use math.
If only all math was that easy.
You'll get there, Toby.
I promise.
[CURIOUS MUSIC]
I have nothing for you, Rosemary.
Well, then what was the
point in going to Capital City
if you didn't find out
anything new about the shooting?
How did you know I went to
Well, I found out plenty.
Now I'm even more
convinced of my theory.
That Bernhardt Montague was involved.
- How did you know
- Ha! I knew it! [LAUGHS]
That was beneath you.
Oh, please. Bill.
It is plain as day that
Clayton Pike didn't act alone.
All I had to do was ask myself
who else would Bill suspect.
And voilà. Montague.
In spite of the fact that
the Mounties cleared him.
Way too quickly.
Well then, did you find
out anything in Capital City
to prove that he was involved or not?
Nothing on Montague, ok?
Alright.
Alright. I just thought
it might be helpful
for my call with him tomorrow afternoon.
Your what?
As a member of the press I asked him
if he cared to make a statement.
There's a reason I
haven't reached out to him.
If I tip my hand he'll know that
I'm involved and he'll clam up.
Which is why it's the perfect cover
if I'm the one to call him.
As far as he knows I simply want
his thoughts on the new resort.
Rosemary
You do realize that you're interfering
with an active investigation?
An unofficial, off the
record, highly suspect,
closed investigation. Remember?
Ok. But I'm listening in on that call.
Deal.
[EXASPERATED SIGH]
[BOTH LAUGHING]
- [CLATTERING SOUNDS]
- Oh!
Oh, my gosh! I am so sorry.
Don't worry. [CHUCKLES]
Do you know what today is?
Thursday?
But
It's also two days away from
our five-month anniversary.
You've been counting the months?
Haven't you?
Of course. Yes.
And we should do something special.
Exactly. It can't be just any old date.
I agree.
Not the saloon 'cause then you'll
get pulled to clearing tables.
And not the café.
[BOTH] Or the pharmacy.
Well, I wonder if I could
get a hold of Mr. Winkler
and his hot air balloon.
Oh with your luck
you're gonna fall out
and end up in a full-body cast.
That's a distinct possibility.
Yeah.
But don't worry, I'll come
up with the perfect plan.
[CLINK]
Hey there.
Still waiting to talk to Lucas?
Then again I guess it's not every day
the governor is in town, huh?
His people don't seem to realize
that I am a close, personal friend.
You know, I'm not sure this
resort is worth it if it means
Lucas is too busy for the
people who voted for him.
You don't think Lucas has everybody's
best interests at heart with the resort?
I don't like all this change.
Not to mention ever since
those hot springs opened
all the foot traffic has rerouted
the groundhogs to my farm.
The resort will make it even worse.
The point is,
he's not thinking about what
the resort will do to all of us.
Some of us like the peace
and quiet of a small town.
Mm-hmm. Yeah, I see.
You know what? I know a guy.
Sawmill contact.
He makes a topsoil the
groundhogs can't stand.
Drives them right off the property.
- You don't say?
- Yeah.
If you like I could get you his number.
Oh, gee, thanks Lee. Yeah, that'll help.
Guess I don't have to wait anymore.
Thanks for taking the time.
Any time.
Say, is Rosemary over
at the Valley Voice?
Yeah, she should be, why?
Well, if the governor hasn't
got time to listen to me
maybe she does.
Woah, well, she is
definitely for the resort.
Well, maybe the Valley Voice
can make the governor listen.
Huh.
There is no one quite like him.
His ambition, his
panache, his sense of fun.
Yes, Lucas is all of those things.
But?
But why didn't he tell
me he was coming back?
Well, we both know he has
an affinity for surprises.
Are you happy he's back?
Of course.
But it does make certain things
a little more complicated.
But somehow it does.
I just hope we're able to
go back to being friends.
Like we were before.
Oh, Elizabeth.
Because he always had eyes for you.
- Ugh!
- [LAUGHS]
That doesn't mean that
it can't happen now
if that's what you want.
[SIGHS] It is.
If I'm being honest I just
want to know that he's ok.
That he isn't hurting.
Oh. [CHUCKLES]
From what I've seen he's
having the time of his life.
As he should.
Mmm.
Alright.
And if he's equally mature
well, there's no reason
it can't work out.
Friends forever.
[LAUGHS]
Friends forever.
[ENGINE RUMBLING]
Hey hon, what're you working on?
Jed Campbell almost talked
my ear off yesterday.
I'm cleaning up his statement
before rushing this
off to the printer's.
Yeah, he was definitely down
on the resort, that's for sure.
Lee, he's not the only one.
There are a few business owners
who have some very real concerns
about the changes it'll bring.
More traffic, higher
prices on everything.
There's always gonna be nay sayers.
I don't know.
Do you do you really
think we should publish that?
We're definitely supposed
to be supporting Lucas.
We did sell him the property,
we're kind of involved.
Well yes, personally of course we are,
but as a journalist we need
to reflect the opinions of everyone.
Maybe you should read them.
Hmm.
So what do you think
about more security?
In Hope Valley? Isn't that a bit much?
There's already been one
attempt on the governor's life.
And the guilty party is in jail.
No need to make a big
spectacle with hats and guns.
No offense.
I have to agree with Edwin.
There might be more to this story.
Lucas, I was just in Capital City
outside your campaign headquarters.
What on earth for?
Pike's confession doesn't add up.
I'll admit it has
seemed very convenient.
Is there new evidence?
- No, not exactly, but
- Pike is incarcerated.
The story has played out,
the public has moved on.
We should all do the same.
The last thing I
remember is stepping out
of the campaign office.
The surgeon said after I was shot I fell
and I hit my head very hard.
Well, then that's all settled.
Nothing more to talk about.
Governor, we're here to protect you.
Yes, and I appreciate that.
However, I don't think
more security is necessary.
- But I think if that you would
- Thank you
very much for your
concern and your time,
but I need to focus on the resort.
Have it your way.
So it sounds like
you'll be leaving soon.
The governor is urgently
needed back in Capital City.
We will skedaddle back home.
As much as I adore Lily,
I think we may have a child
care issue in Hope Valley.
She is quite the handful.
Oh! Uh No, no darling.
Has Faith been struggling
to find someone to help?
She and Molly are doing their best
but it's not really safe
for Lily at the infirmary.
Does Faith need help with child care?
Because it is a constant
issue for Lee and me.
Me too.
I enjoy watching Lily, I
just wish there was somewhere
she could go that was less hazardous.
Oh, I would be happy to help
for a few hours here and there.
I love being around children.
Everyone would pitch in, I'm sure.
So, we have the volunteers,
we just need a space.
It's not as if we have an abundance
of empty buildings in town.
Well, we do have one.
Hello.
Hello.
Ladies.
[NERVOUS LAUGH]
Faith?
Oh.
What do you think of
the new daycare center?
Daycare center?
For all of Hope Valley's
little ones, including Lily.
We'll all volunteer for shifts.
And Henry gave the space for free.
Oh thank you, Henry.
- Pleasure.
- Thank you, Henry.
I don't know what to say.
You might not know how long
Lily will be staying with us,
but you've got help as long as you need.
Thank you. This really means so much.
Wanna go and see it?
- Yes!
- Come on.
Yes!
Lucas?
A man of the people.
A man in need of physical therapy.
Doctor's orders.
Oh.
Then by all means, proceed.
Five hundred steps to go.
Care for some company?
By all means.
You know Edwin and I had
to convince Nathan and Bill
to avoid the spectacle
of added security?
Wait, I had heard that
Bill still had concerns
about your safety, but Nathan does too?
I think they're just
being overly cautious.
Right, but if Nathan and
Bill are both worried-
Elizabeth, it's fine.
Clayton Pike is behind bars.
Nathan agreed to let it go.
Alright. As long as
you're not concerned.
I'm not.
I'm just really glad that
your injuries are healing.
Everything is on the mend.
One foot in front of the other.
Nathan, I was just talking to Lucas
Hi, Scout.
Hello. Hi.
- Oh! Uh
- I I am so sorry!
Uh, it's fine.
- I I will I will come back later.
- Wha I
[NED] Union City, 5838 connecting.
Thank you, Ned.
Now, don't overplay your hand.
Don't worry.
And don't let him change
the subject on you.
Bill, I know how to
conduct an interview.
This is Bernhardt Montague.
Hello, Mr. Montague.
This is Rosemary Coulter.
Mrs. Coulter
I must say that I was
very surprised to receive
your invitation for an interview.
Hope Valley and I aren't exactly
on the best of terms these days.
Well, I just wondered
if you cared to comment
on Governor Bouchard's
recent plans to develop
a world-class resort
right here in the valley.
Well, I certainly wish him well.
It's definitely an interesting idea.
Really?
Because I'd venture to suggest
that you and the governor
are not on the best of terms.
Mrs. Coulter, I'm a busy man.
What exactly is this about?
Sorry, Mr. Montague. Bad connection.
About the governor.
What was your reaction when
you heard that he'd been shot?
My reaction would not be fit for print.
Oh, really?
So is it fair to say that
you were pleased about it?
Now, don't put any words in my mouth.
[ROSEMARY] Alright.
Where were you when you
heard of the shooting?
What do you mean?
I mean, were you in Capital City?
[MONTAGUE] I was with Governor
Balfour at his election event
in Union City.
What exactly are you driving at?
You made your feelings about
Lucas Bouchard very clear, and-
I have interviewed
about this several times.
There were over 100 people
that saw me at that event that evening.
You are simply grasping at straws.
Good day to you, Mrs. Coulter.
[HANGS UP]
One hundred people
is a lot of witnesses.
What if he counted on that?
Would anyone have really
noticed if he slipped away early?
[CRYING SOUNDS]
Toby? What's wrong?
That's what I'm trying to figure out.
What's wrong with me?
[SIGHS] Oh
Come sit with me.
There you go.
Toby, there is nothing wrong with you.
[TEARY] I am going to
fail every math test.
I just can't get it.
Everybody has different strengths, Toby.
You learned the capitals
for all the countries.
The other children didn't do that.
You just need some extra
time to learn this concept.
Dividing fractions isn't easy.
But what if I can never understand them?
What if you don't do any more tests?
Really?
At least for the time being.
Not until we figure out
how you'll learn the
division of fractions.
But we'll do it together.
Do we have a deal?
Deal.
[LAUGHS]
Alright, Scout.
What do you say we give
this another try, ok?
Scout, stand at attention.
[NATHAN] Alright, good job.
Alright, Scout. Stand at ease.
Stand easy.
Alright, good job. Here's an easy one.
Scout, stay.
- [BARKING]
- No. Hey, stay. Scout! Stay!
Hi, Scout. Hello.
[SIGHS] Sorry to barge in on you.
That's ok. I guess now we're even.
Oh, uh [LAUGHS]
How's the training going?
Uh he's a work in progress.
Aren't we all?
- So earlier
- Right.
Um what'd you want
to talk to me about?
Oh.
Lucas said that you and Bill
think he needs added security.
Yeah, but he refused.
Why do you think he's still in danger?
I can't really get into that right now.
Right.
But shouldn't you trust your instincts?
I mean, if you and Bill
are both concerned, then
We'll keep on top of
it. But it's his call.
He's he's the governor.
I suppose.
I'm just worried about him now.
[ALLIE] Dad! Scout!
Dinner's ready!
I should probably start dinner, too.
Good luck with Scout.
Thanks.
[SIGHS]
Well, you seem to be in a pleasant mood,
what with all the wonderful press.
Never mind all that.
One good quote and a couple
photos will do wonders.
That's not what I wanted
to speak to you about.
Please let it be good news.
We got our first bid
and it is substantial.
[LAUGHS]
Edwin, that is fantastic.
Who's the bid from?
It's well, I want you
to consider this first.
And don't say no just
because of personal feelings.
Edwin.
Bernhardt Montague.
[SCOFFS]
No.
Governor, please.
Montague said that he was
inspired by a call from
Mrs. Coulter, of all people.
That man tried to steal our
water not six months ago.
He could be very hands-off.
Tell him I said no.
I'm sure we'll reel in
a better bid than his.
And meeting the press?
That is at least palatable.
Morning, stranger.
Oh! Hi. Good morning.
I know you're busy.
Oh, never too busy for you.
I'm working on it, I promise.
Our special date, I mean.
That's very sweet. But I think I got it.
Any chance you're free this afternoon?
Yes! Oh, perfect.
Wow. Where are we going?
I have some place special in mind.
Toby! This is wonderful.
I wish it could transfer
over to fractions.
Chin up.
Lucas.
Governor Bouchard.
Hi, kids.
I'm just hoping I might steal
Mrs. Thornton for a moment.
What brings the governor
to our schoolhouse?
I have a question for
you, more of a favor.
I'm holding a press session at
the resort site and I'm hoping,
well, Edwin is hoping that you
and your students might um
Lucas, what is it?
Would you and your
students consider joining me
for what Edwin calls
a "photo opportunity"?
It's so shameless.
But the truth is we need
good press about the resort.
And the children are
the future of Hope Valley
and this resort is for them.
Now, I realize it's a ridiculous
waste of instruction time
to do something of this nature
- Can we?
- Please, Mrs. Thornton?
I've had a really tough week.
Of course we can go.
It will be a wonderful
learning experience.
[CHILDREN] Yes!
- Thank you, Toby.
- [LAUGHS]
- No peeking.
- Ok.
We're almost there.
Ok. Careful here.
This is perfect, isn't it?
Absolutely.
What made you think to come out here?
Well, I wanted somewhere as
special as our relationship.
It might only have been five months
but it's been the best
five months of my life.
You mean that?
Me too.
[IN UNISON] Happy anniversary.
Great minds think alike.
You've got a great mind
and a great everything.
- [TOBY] Stop!
- [COOPER] Hey, wait up!
Hey.
What're you two doing over here?
We could ask you the same thing.
I hope we're not interrupting.
Oh, no, not at all.
It's just a regular old lunch meal.
We won't take too long.
Looks like you found the perfect spot.
It was.
Oh.
Is that Randall Rockwell?
What is he doing here?
This will work for our photo op.
His photo op?
Yes.
Well, we can't count on your support
since your article smeared the resort.
Yes, I like to print the
opinions of all the people,
as any journalist with integrity would.
Look, fellas, we want the resort, too.
Would anybody else like to join?
If you can't beat 'em you're it!
[GIGGLING]
Randall, nice to see you.
Rosemary, always a pleasure.
Though Edwin told me
this was my exclusive.
I believe this location
is for everyone to enjoy.
The more, the merrier.
Governor, how about a photo
for the Beetle's front page?
Yes, absolutely.
And the Valley Voice.
- Get in closer. Get in closer.
- Of course.
There is plenty of room for both of us.
Well, one at a time.
- Be a gentleman.
- Rosie
Alright.
- [SNAPPING PHOTOS]
- Thanks for doing this.
Happy to help.
I can see the headline now.
"Kids love proposed site. A
family hit in Hope Valley."
Hold it.
This is the proposed
site for the new resort?
It certainly is.
Why else would there be a photo op here?
You do realize the base of the mountain
belongs to the township of
Benson Hills, not Hope Valley?
- Benson Hills?
- Yeah.
Along with the access road.
You didn't know?
I know I mentioned it
when we sold the property.
Yes, to you, Edwin.
Yes, of course.
It's simply a matter of negotiating
with the mayor of Benson Hills.
Nathan.
I just listened in to
a phone conversation
Rosemary had with Montague.
He's so smug. He's hiding something.
An accomplice.
Possibly.
And I don't believe his alibi.
Well, do you have any proof?
Not yet, but he could
have been at the shooting.
That I intend to prove.
Ok, well thanks for
keeping me in the loop.
We both know there's more to this story.
Isn't that Elizabeth's horse?
Uh I
I-I already finished brushing Newton
so I thought that
Right.
What?
I don't wanna hear
anything out of you, either.
Did you have a good day with Florence?
I'm sure it'll be even more fun
when the Hope Valley
Daycare Center is finished.
Lily?
I played with Jack and Goldie today.
Goldie's mommy is Jack's auntie.
And Jack's mommy is Goldie's auntie.
I don't have an auntie.
Well, you have me.
I could be your auntie.
Would you like to call me Auntie Faith?
Yes. Auntie Faith.
[SCUFFLING]
- Enough is enough.
- Hmm.
You two need to talk things out.
- I'd rather not.
- I don't want to.
Uh-uh-uh. You are siblings.
The best friends that God
himself blessed you with for life.
I don't want you two having any regrets.
- But Angela
- No. Listen to me.
I don't talk about him,
but I have a brother.
Jacob.
Really?
Why have we never heard about him?
Because one day,
many years ago, we stopped talking.
What happened?
Well, that's a long story.
My point is your mother
and I couldn't bear it
if you two lost each other
like I lost my brother.
Now, I want you to
promise me that you two
will try to get along.
[SIGHS]
I will.
I will, too.
Dad, that sounds really hard.
It was.
Now, finish your homework quietly.
You don't want your
momma coming over here.
[SMALL CHUCKLE]
[KNOCKING]
Bill.
I saw your light on.
This could wait 'til tomorrow
but I wanted you to see it.
This is the train
schedule out of Union City
on the night of Lucas's shooting.
Now, Montague could have
left that election party,
jumped on that express train,
and been in Capital City
the night of the shooting.
Could have, but wasn't.
What do you mean?
Well, this photo was
taken after the shooting.
Montague is still with
Balfour in Union City.
How did you track this down?
Well, if there were 100
people there as Montague said
I was sure there had to
be at least one reporter.
Good instincts.
Hmm.
It still doesn't add up.
Pike's confession is clearly fabricated.
So why is he lying?
Perhaps the question is
who is he covering for?
Because you're right,
he must have had help.
And despite the evidence,
I don't think in good conscience
we can rule out Montague
as the mastermind.
Rosemary I couldn't
have said it better myself.
Hmm.
[ANGELA] New hair ribbons?
Sorry I wrecked your old ones.
I used my allowance to
buy this at the mercantile.
I forgive you.
And I forgive you.
I'm sorry I've been
so mean to you lately.
It's ok, Cooper.
No, it's not ok.
It's just I miss you.
Miss me? I'm right here.
Kind of, but we used to
spend so much time together.
Now you're always out
with Allie or Emily.
You spend a lot of time with Toby.
Yeah, but I miss doing
things when it was just us.
So why don't we?
This Sunday? After church?
You're on.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Lucas called you, too?
Um yeah, I think he
called the whole town.
Must be important.
Edwin said they're starting to
get bids on the resort project,
now they just need to sort
out this Benson Hills issue.
Well, hopefully they'll be
heading back to Capital City soon.
Because Lucas has probably got
a lot of work waiting for him.
It has been an interesting few days
having the governor in town,
but now Hope Valley can
get back to normal life.
Normal life can be a
good thing though, right?
[LUCAS] There is no need to worry.
I believe in this resort wholeheartedly
and we will find a work-around.
Now, my team and I have decided
that I need to stay in Hope Valley
until this is all sorted out.
And it will be.
So, please rest assured
that as of right now
I'm not going anywhere.
[APPLAUSE]
♪
Previously on When Calls the Heart
[BILL] Finding the gun, the
capture, the confession
but I don't have proof of anything.
Well, if we work together
we could find the proof.
I've been advised I'll
need to divest my interest
in the hotel and the saloon.
Did I just hear you suggest
that we buy the hotel?
[LEE] Michael is running
a top-notch operation.
You're wonderful and kind
and everything that I've ever wanted.
Nathan just got home.
I don't even know if he still
has feelings for me anymore.
[APPLAUSE]
[DRAMATIC MUSIC]
[CAR ROLLS BY]
Bang, bang.
[SETS STOPWATCH]
[CLICK]
[PANTING]
Somebody's lying.
[ENGINE RUMBLING]
Hmm.
I can't believe this is happening.
It's a new era.
I remember when I bought
this place sight unseen.
Just sign here and it's all yours, Lee.
I know the Queen of Hearts
will be in good hands
with the two of you.
Oh, thank you. I appreciate that.
Alright.
I'm just the owner, though.
Michael here, he's gonna
be running the show.
Although I'm willing
to still sling beers
from time to time if we get busy.
That'd be great, Lee.
We always see a bump in
revenue when you pinch hit.
My theory is that people linger
because you always bend an ear.
Hmm.
Well, it's true I do love a good yarn.
[ALL CHUCKLE]
Alright, I better get back to work.
Wouldn't want the new
boss to have to fire me.
- Not funny.
- [HICKAM LAUGHS]
Uh, Lee, I was hoping
you might be ok with me
still using my office
just a few days a week?
Yeah, sure.
We can come up with a fair price.
I'm just kidding, of course.
- You're a good man.
- Yeah.
Oh, uh, Lucas?
Have you uh, you seen
Elizabeth since, you know
Since since I've been back?
Yeah.
Just briefly at the party. Why?
Oh, just no reason.
Just uh, you know, if you ever
wanted to talk about it, uh,
I have been told that I'm
an exceptional listener.
Ah, I see.
Well, I'm fine, Lee.
I feel like we both
just want to be friends.
Ok.
- Thank you.
- Yep.
Elizabeth.
- Hi.
- Hi. Morning.
Morning.
I'm just uh, dropping
off some lunch for Allie.
She forgot it at home.
- Oh, she's just over there
- I also
I wanted to thank you for the party.
It was a really great surprise
as far as surprises go.
Well, that was the idea.
It was a night full of
surprises, though, wasn't it?
Wasn't it, though?
I I mean, I'm happy Lucas is back.
- Of course.
- Yeah, thrilled.
It sounds like he's really gonna
change things up around here.
Still, just when things were
starting to feel normal again.
But like a good normal though, right?
Definitely good normal.
Uh Dad?
What're you doing here?
Oh, you uh, you forgot your lunch.
My lunch is in my school bag
because you made it for me.
Well, now you have two.
Kids. [LAUGHS]
Well um
have a nice day.
You too.
[THEME MUSIC PLAYS]
♪
♪
- Angela!
- What?
You know what you did.
Cooper, that is no way
to speak to your sister.
[THUD]
Angela gave my best baseball to Scout
and he chewed it right to bits.
Now it won't throw right.
And you used my favorite
hair ribbon for a sling shot.
Children!
Stop this fighting.
- I'm not eating with him.
- I'm not eating with her.
I'm meeting Allie. Bye.
- Bye, baby.
- Have a good day.
[DOOR SLAMS]
So much for our family meal.
What was that all about?
They've been like cats and dogs lately.
Should we worry?
They always work it out.
[SIGHS]
Bill.
What're you doing? At my desk?
This timing doesn't make sense.
Pike said in his confession
he fired two shots.
He ran to the back of the alley
and he stashed the
gun in the storm drain.
Right.
Edwin said that when he heard the shots
he ran outside immediately
and he saw the getaway car
speeding away out front.
Now, Nathan, I went to Capital
City and I timed this myself.
Pike would have been in the back alley.
So then who was driving the getaway car?
Exactly. Pike couldn't have acted alone.
You still think this
is Montague, don't you?
Bill, I'll admit, he's
got questionable ethics
but he did absolutely nothing illegal
last time we dealt with
him. And he has an alibi.
They barely checked the alibi.
Montague could have
hired Pike and a driver.
And now he thinks he's free and clear.
So we just wait.
Maybe he'll slip up.
Class dismissed.
[RINGS BELL]
Don't forget to do your math homework
and 10 pages of reading tonight.
I'll see you all tomorrow.
Thanks for staying, Toby.
It's about your math test.
Did I ace it?
Not quite.
But I really don't want
you to get discouraged.
It's ok, Mrs. Thornton.
There's always next time.
Mm-hmm.
Did you get to study for this test?
I did. I really did.
I memorized the answers to the homework.
Right.
Well, unfortunately
memorizing the answers
doesn't really work for math the
same way it does for geography.
It doesn't?
No.
But the good news is
that once you understand
how to solve the problem
you'll get it right every time.
And I'll be here to help you.
I've tried so many
times but it never works.
Maybe I should just give up doing math?
What will I even use it for, anyways?
You make an excellent point.
So, you know, just forget
about your math homework.
Instead of math you can
read twice as many pages
as the rest of your classmates.
But that's 20 pages.
Would you look at that? You do use math.
If only all math was that easy.
You'll get there, Toby.
I promise.
[CURIOUS MUSIC]
I have nothing for you, Rosemary.
Well, then what was the
point in going to Capital City
if you didn't find out
anything new about the shooting?
How did you know I went to
Well, I found out plenty.
Now I'm even more
convinced of my theory.
That Bernhardt Montague was involved.
- How did you know
- Ha! I knew it! [LAUGHS]
That was beneath you.
Oh, please. Bill.
It is plain as day that
Clayton Pike didn't act alone.
All I had to do was ask myself
who else would Bill suspect.
And voilà. Montague.
In spite of the fact that
the Mounties cleared him.
Way too quickly.
Well then, did you find
out anything in Capital City
to prove that he was involved or not?
Nothing on Montague, ok?
Alright.
Alright. I just thought
it might be helpful
for my call with him tomorrow afternoon.
Your what?
As a member of the press I asked him
if he cared to make a statement.
There's a reason I
haven't reached out to him.
If I tip my hand he'll know that
I'm involved and he'll clam up.
Which is why it's the perfect cover
if I'm the one to call him.
As far as he knows I simply want
his thoughts on the new resort.
Rosemary
You do realize that you're interfering
with an active investigation?
An unofficial, off the
record, highly suspect,
closed investigation. Remember?
Ok. But I'm listening in on that call.
Deal.
[EXASPERATED SIGH]
[BOTH LAUGHING]
- [CLATTERING SOUNDS]
- Oh!
Oh, my gosh! I am so sorry.
Don't worry. [CHUCKLES]
Do you know what today is?
Thursday?
But
It's also two days away from
our five-month anniversary.
You've been counting the months?
Haven't you?
Of course. Yes.
And we should do something special.
Exactly. It can't be just any old date.
I agree.
Not the saloon 'cause then you'll
get pulled to clearing tables.
And not the café.
[BOTH] Or the pharmacy.
Well, I wonder if I could
get a hold of Mr. Winkler
and his hot air balloon.
Oh with your luck
you're gonna fall out
and end up in a full-body cast.
That's a distinct possibility.
Yeah.
But don't worry, I'll come
up with the perfect plan.
[CLINK]
Hey there.
Still waiting to talk to Lucas?
Then again I guess it's not every day
the governor is in town, huh?
His people don't seem to realize
that I am a close, personal friend.
You know, I'm not sure this
resort is worth it if it means
Lucas is too busy for the
people who voted for him.
You don't think Lucas has everybody's
best interests at heart with the resort?
I don't like all this change.
Not to mention ever since
those hot springs opened
all the foot traffic has rerouted
the groundhogs to my farm.
The resort will make it even worse.
The point is,
he's not thinking about what
the resort will do to all of us.
Some of us like the peace
and quiet of a small town.
Mm-hmm. Yeah, I see.
You know what? I know a guy.
Sawmill contact.
He makes a topsoil the
groundhogs can't stand.
Drives them right off the property.
- You don't say?
- Yeah.
If you like I could get you his number.
Oh, gee, thanks Lee. Yeah, that'll help.
Guess I don't have to wait anymore.
Thanks for taking the time.
Any time.
Say, is Rosemary over
at the Valley Voice?
Yeah, she should be, why?
Well, if the governor hasn't
got time to listen to me
maybe she does.
Woah, well, she is
definitely for the resort.
Well, maybe the Valley Voice
can make the governor listen.
Huh.
There is no one quite like him.
His ambition, his
panache, his sense of fun.
Yes, Lucas is all of those things.
But?
But why didn't he tell
me he was coming back?
Well, we both know he has
an affinity for surprises.
Are you happy he's back?
Of course.
But it does make certain things
a little more complicated.
But somehow it does.
I just hope we're able to
go back to being friends.
Like we were before.
Oh, Elizabeth.
Because he always had eyes for you.
- Ugh!
- [LAUGHS]
That doesn't mean that
it can't happen now
if that's what you want.
[SIGHS] It is.
If I'm being honest I just
want to know that he's ok.
That he isn't hurting.
Oh. [CHUCKLES]
From what I've seen he's
having the time of his life.
As he should.
Mmm.
Alright.
And if he's equally mature
well, there's no reason
it can't work out.
Friends forever.
[LAUGHS]
Friends forever.
[ENGINE RUMBLING]
Hey hon, what're you working on?
Jed Campbell almost talked
my ear off yesterday.
I'm cleaning up his statement
before rushing this
off to the printer's.
Yeah, he was definitely down
on the resort, that's for sure.
Lee, he's not the only one.
There are a few business owners
who have some very real concerns
about the changes it'll bring.
More traffic, higher
prices on everything.
There's always gonna be nay sayers.
I don't know.
Do you do you really
think we should publish that?
We're definitely supposed
to be supporting Lucas.
We did sell him the property,
we're kind of involved.
Well yes, personally of course we are,
but as a journalist we need
to reflect the opinions of everyone.
Maybe you should read them.
Hmm.
So what do you think
about more security?
In Hope Valley? Isn't that a bit much?
There's already been one
attempt on the governor's life.
And the guilty party is in jail.
No need to make a big
spectacle with hats and guns.
No offense.
I have to agree with Edwin.
There might be more to this story.
Lucas, I was just in Capital City
outside your campaign headquarters.
What on earth for?
Pike's confession doesn't add up.
I'll admit it has
seemed very convenient.
Is there new evidence?
- No, not exactly, but
- Pike is incarcerated.
The story has played out,
the public has moved on.
We should all do the same.
The last thing I
remember is stepping out
of the campaign office.
The surgeon said after I was shot I fell
and I hit my head very hard.
Well, then that's all settled.
Nothing more to talk about.
Governor, we're here to protect you.
Yes, and I appreciate that.
However, I don't think
more security is necessary.
- But I think if that you would
- Thank you
very much for your
concern and your time,
but I need to focus on the resort.
Have it your way.
So it sounds like
you'll be leaving soon.
The governor is urgently
needed back in Capital City.
We will skedaddle back home.
As much as I adore Lily,
I think we may have a child
care issue in Hope Valley.
She is quite the handful.
Oh! Uh No, no darling.
Has Faith been struggling
to find someone to help?
She and Molly are doing their best
but it's not really safe
for Lily at the infirmary.
Does Faith need help with child care?
Because it is a constant
issue for Lee and me.
Me too.
I enjoy watching Lily, I
just wish there was somewhere
she could go that was less hazardous.
Oh, I would be happy to help
for a few hours here and there.
I love being around children.
Everyone would pitch in, I'm sure.
So, we have the volunteers,
we just need a space.
It's not as if we have an abundance
of empty buildings in town.
Well, we do have one.
Hello.
Hello.
Ladies.
[NERVOUS LAUGH]
Faith?
Oh.
What do you think of
the new daycare center?
Daycare center?
For all of Hope Valley's
little ones, including Lily.
We'll all volunteer for shifts.
And Henry gave the space for free.
Oh thank you, Henry.
- Pleasure.
- Thank you, Henry.
I don't know what to say.
You might not know how long
Lily will be staying with us,
but you've got help as long as you need.
Thank you. This really means so much.
Wanna go and see it?
- Yes!
- Come on.
Yes!
Lucas?
A man of the people.
A man in need of physical therapy.
Doctor's orders.
Oh.
Then by all means, proceed.
Five hundred steps to go.
Care for some company?
By all means.
You know Edwin and I had
to convince Nathan and Bill
to avoid the spectacle
of added security?
Wait, I had heard that
Bill still had concerns
about your safety, but Nathan does too?
I think they're just
being overly cautious.
Right, but if Nathan and
Bill are both worried-
Elizabeth, it's fine.
Clayton Pike is behind bars.
Nathan agreed to let it go.
Alright. As long as
you're not concerned.
I'm not.
I'm just really glad that
your injuries are healing.
Everything is on the mend.
One foot in front of the other.
Nathan, I was just talking to Lucas
Hi, Scout.
Hello. Hi.
- Oh! Uh
- I I am so sorry!
Uh, it's fine.
- I I will I will come back later.
- Wha I
[NED] Union City, 5838 connecting.
Thank you, Ned.
Now, don't overplay your hand.
Don't worry.
And don't let him change
the subject on you.
Bill, I know how to
conduct an interview.
This is Bernhardt Montague.
Hello, Mr. Montague.
This is Rosemary Coulter.
Mrs. Coulter
I must say that I was
very surprised to receive
your invitation for an interview.
Hope Valley and I aren't exactly
on the best of terms these days.
Well, I just wondered
if you cared to comment
on Governor Bouchard's
recent plans to develop
a world-class resort
right here in the valley.
Well, I certainly wish him well.
It's definitely an interesting idea.
Really?
Because I'd venture to suggest
that you and the governor
are not on the best of terms.
Mrs. Coulter, I'm a busy man.
What exactly is this about?
Sorry, Mr. Montague. Bad connection.
About the governor.
What was your reaction when
you heard that he'd been shot?
My reaction would not be fit for print.
Oh, really?
So is it fair to say that
you were pleased about it?
Now, don't put any words in my mouth.
[ROSEMARY] Alright.
Where were you when you
heard of the shooting?
What do you mean?
I mean, were you in Capital City?
[MONTAGUE] I was with Governor
Balfour at his election event
in Union City.
What exactly are you driving at?
You made your feelings about
Lucas Bouchard very clear, and-
I have interviewed
about this several times.
There were over 100 people
that saw me at that event that evening.
You are simply grasping at straws.
Good day to you, Mrs. Coulter.
[HANGS UP]
One hundred people
is a lot of witnesses.
What if he counted on that?
Would anyone have really
noticed if he slipped away early?
[CRYING SOUNDS]
Toby? What's wrong?
That's what I'm trying to figure out.
What's wrong with me?
[SIGHS] Oh
Come sit with me.
There you go.
Toby, there is nothing wrong with you.
[TEARY] I am going to
fail every math test.
I just can't get it.
Everybody has different strengths, Toby.
You learned the capitals
for all the countries.
The other children didn't do that.
You just need some extra
time to learn this concept.
Dividing fractions isn't easy.
But what if I can never understand them?
What if you don't do any more tests?
Really?
At least for the time being.
Not until we figure out
how you'll learn the
division of fractions.
But we'll do it together.
Do we have a deal?
Deal.
[LAUGHS]
Alright, Scout.
What do you say we give
this another try, ok?
Scout, stand at attention.
[NATHAN] Alright, good job.
Alright, Scout. Stand at ease.
Stand easy.
Alright, good job. Here's an easy one.
Scout, stay.
- [BARKING]
- No. Hey, stay. Scout! Stay!
Hi, Scout. Hello.
[SIGHS] Sorry to barge in on you.
That's ok. I guess now we're even.
Oh, uh [LAUGHS]
How's the training going?
Uh he's a work in progress.
Aren't we all?
- So earlier
- Right.
Um what'd you want
to talk to me about?
Oh.
Lucas said that you and Bill
think he needs added security.
Yeah, but he refused.
Why do you think he's still in danger?
I can't really get into that right now.
Right.
But shouldn't you trust your instincts?
I mean, if you and Bill
are both concerned, then
We'll keep on top of
it. But it's his call.
He's he's the governor.
I suppose.
I'm just worried about him now.
[ALLIE] Dad! Scout!
Dinner's ready!
I should probably start dinner, too.
Good luck with Scout.
Thanks.
[SIGHS]
Well, you seem to be in a pleasant mood,
what with all the wonderful press.
Never mind all that.
One good quote and a couple
photos will do wonders.
That's not what I wanted
to speak to you about.
Please let it be good news.
We got our first bid
and it is substantial.
[LAUGHS]
Edwin, that is fantastic.
Who's the bid from?
It's well, I want you
to consider this first.
And don't say no just
because of personal feelings.
Edwin.
Bernhardt Montague.
[SCOFFS]
No.
Governor, please.
Montague said that he was
inspired by a call from
Mrs. Coulter, of all people.
That man tried to steal our
water not six months ago.
He could be very hands-off.
Tell him I said no.
I'm sure we'll reel in
a better bid than his.
And meeting the press?
That is at least palatable.
Morning, stranger.
Oh! Hi. Good morning.
I know you're busy.
Oh, never too busy for you.
I'm working on it, I promise.
Our special date, I mean.
That's very sweet. But I think I got it.
Any chance you're free this afternoon?
Yes! Oh, perfect.
Wow. Where are we going?
I have some place special in mind.
Toby! This is wonderful.
I wish it could transfer
over to fractions.
Chin up.
Lucas.
Governor Bouchard.
Hi, kids.
I'm just hoping I might steal
Mrs. Thornton for a moment.
What brings the governor
to our schoolhouse?
I have a question for
you, more of a favor.
I'm holding a press session at
the resort site and I'm hoping,
well, Edwin is hoping that you
and your students might um
Lucas, what is it?
Would you and your
students consider joining me
for what Edwin calls
a "photo opportunity"?
It's so shameless.
But the truth is we need
good press about the resort.
And the children are
the future of Hope Valley
and this resort is for them.
Now, I realize it's a ridiculous
waste of instruction time
to do something of this nature
- Can we?
- Please, Mrs. Thornton?
I've had a really tough week.
Of course we can go.
It will be a wonderful
learning experience.
[CHILDREN] Yes!
- Thank you, Toby.
- [LAUGHS]
- No peeking.
- Ok.
We're almost there.
Ok. Careful here.
This is perfect, isn't it?
Absolutely.
What made you think to come out here?
Well, I wanted somewhere as
special as our relationship.
It might only have been five months
but it's been the best
five months of my life.
You mean that?
Me too.
[IN UNISON] Happy anniversary.
Great minds think alike.
You've got a great mind
and a great everything.
- [TOBY] Stop!
- [COOPER] Hey, wait up!
Hey.
What're you two doing over here?
We could ask you the same thing.
I hope we're not interrupting.
Oh, no, not at all.
It's just a regular old lunch meal.
We won't take too long.
Looks like you found the perfect spot.
It was.
Oh.
Is that Randall Rockwell?
What is he doing here?
This will work for our photo op.
His photo op?
Yes.
Well, we can't count on your support
since your article smeared the resort.
Yes, I like to print the
opinions of all the people,
as any journalist with integrity would.
Look, fellas, we want the resort, too.
Would anybody else like to join?
If you can't beat 'em you're it!
[GIGGLING]
Randall, nice to see you.
Rosemary, always a pleasure.
Though Edwin told me
this was my exclusive.
I believe this location
is for everyone to enjoy.
The more, the merrier.
Governor, how about a photo
for the Beetle's front page?
Yes, absolutely.
And the Valley Voice.
- Get in closer. Get in closer.
- Of course.
There is plenty of room for both of us.
Well, one at a time.
- Be a gentleman.
- Rosie
Alright.
- [SNAPPING PHOTOS]
- Thanks for doing this.
Happy to help.
I can see the headline now.
"Kids love proposed site. A
family hit in Hope Valley."
Hold it.
This is the proposed
site for the new resort?
It certainly is.
Why else would there be a photo op here?
You do realize the base of the mountain
belongs to the township of
Benson Hills, not Hope Valley?
- Benson Hills?
- Yeah.
Along with the access road.
You didn't know?
I know I mentioned it
when we sold the property.
Yes, to you, Edwin.
Yes, of course.
It's simply a matter of negotiating
with the mayor of Benson Hills.
Nathan.
I just listened in to
a phone conversation
Rosemary had with Montague.
He's so smug. He's hiding something.
An accomplice.
Possibly.
And I don't believe his alibi.
Well, do you have any proof?
Not yet, but he could
have been at the shooting.
That I intend to prove.
Ok, well thanks for
keeping me in the loop.
We both know there's more to this story.
Isn't that Elizabeth's horse?
Uh I
I-I already finished brushing Newton
so I thought that
Right.
What?
I don't wanna hear
anything out of you, either.
Did you have a good day with Florence?
I'm sure it'll be even more fun
when the Hope Valley
Daycare Center is finished.
Lily?
I played with Jack and Goldie today.
Goldie's mommy is Jack's auntie.
And Jack's mommy is Goldie's auntie.
I don't have an auntie.
Well, you have me.
I could be your auntie.
Would you like to call me Auntie Faith?
Yes. Auntie Faith.
[SCUFFLING]
- Enough is enough.
- Hmm.
You two need to talk things out.
- I'd rather not.
- I don't want to.
Uh-uh-uh. You are siblings.
The best friends that God
himself blessed you with for life.
I don't want you two having any regrets.
- But Angela
- No. Listen to me.
I don't talk about him,
but I have a brother.
Jacob.
Really?
Why have we never heard about him?
Because one day,
many years ago, we stopped talking.
What happened?
Well, that's a long story.
My point is your mother
and I couldn't bear it
if you two lost each other
like I lost my brother.
Now, I want you to
promise me that you two
will try to get along.
[SIGHS]
I will.
I will, too.
Dad, that sounds really hard.
It was.
Now, finish your homework quietly.
You don't want your
momma coming over here.
[SMALL CHUCKLE]
[KNOCKING]
Bill.
I saw your light on.
This could wait 'til tomorrow
but I wanted you to see it.
This is the train
schedule out of Union City
on the night of Lucas's shooting.
Now, Montague could have
left that election party,
jumped on that express train,
and been in Capital City
the night of the shooting.
Could have, but wasn't.
What do you mean?
Well, this photo was
taken after the shooting.
Montague is still with
Balfour in Union City.
How did you track this down?
Well, if there were 100
people there as Montague said
I was sure there had to
be at least one reporter.
Good instincts.
Hmm.
It still doesn't add up.
Pike's confession is clearly fabricated.
So why is he lying?
Perhaps the question is
who is he covering for?
Because you're right,
he must have had help.
And despite the evidence,
I don't think in good conscience
we can rule out Montague
as the mastermind.
Rosemary I couldn't
have said it better myself.
Hmm.
[ANGELA] New hair ribbons?
Sorry I wrecked your old ones.
I used my allowance to
buy this at the mercantile.
I forgive you.
And I forgive you.
I'm sorry I've been
so mean to you lately.
It's ok, Cooper.
No, it's not ok.
It's just I miss you.
Miss me? I'm right here.
Kind of, but we used to
spend so much time together.
Now you're always out
with Allie or Emily.
You spend a lot of time with Toby.
Yeah, but I miss doing
things when it was just us.
So why don't we?
This Sunday? After church?
You're on.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Lucas called you, too?
Um yeah, I think he
called the whole town.
Must be important.
Edwin said they're starting to
get bids on the resort project,
now they just need to sort
out this Benson Hills issue.
Well, hopefully they'll be
heading back to Capital City soon.
Because Lucas has probably got
a lot of work waiting for him.
It has been an interesting few days
having the governor in town,
but now Hope Valley can
get back to normal life.
Normal life can be a
good thing though, right?
[LUCAS] There is no need to worry.
I believe in this resort wholeheartedly
and we will find a work-around.
Now, my team and I have decided
that I need to stay in Hope Valley
until this is all sorted out.
And it will be.
So, please rest assured
that as of right now
I'm not going anywhere.
[APPLAUSE]
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