Previously on Filthy Rich. (SCREAMS) John's will contains a few surprises regarding certain family members. This lawyer dude reckons my real dad is some rich guy who died and left me something. Holy crap. (CHUCKLES) This is a mistake. It's gotta be. You were found in a rubbish bin? (SHOUTS) SMASH! GLASS SHATTERS Your family have an offer of a considerable sum of money in return for you giving up any claim to the company shares. We wanna negotiate. Truebridge-Hunt Corporation is worth... ...a billion dollars. How much to buy out the lady's services for the entire evening? I'm Jack. It's lovely to meet you, Savannah. (PANTS) So we've got another brother? Here he is. John Jr. Have we already met? ROCK MUSIC (RETCHES) VOMIT SPLASHES WATER RUNS (GASPS) (SNIFFS) (GASPS) Are you all right? (SIGHS) I shouldn't be in here. No, it's OK. What's going on with John Jr? Nothing. I saw the way you looked at him. What did he do to you? (SIGHS, SNIFFS) He came into the club where I work, OK? (SNIFFS) You work in hospitality. I'm a dancer. (SIGHS) A stripper at Pin-up Chicks. You know it? Not really. God, I thought he was just a random rich guy. He offered... He paid for me to have the night off. We went back to his hotel, and we` SOTTO VOCE: God. You poor thing. It wasn't a coincidence, was it? Him coming to the club. It's unlikely. But I promise you,... he will not get away with this. So you actually worked in a mine? Underground? That must be amazing. Well, it was good money till we got laid off. Where are you living now? Uh, crashing on Savannah's couch while I get myself sorted. Then you must stay here! Yes! Dead set? We'd be delighted. Ah. How very kind! There's heaps of rooms. It'll be fun to have someone else to play with. HEELED FOOTSTEPS APPROACH John, I'd like a word. Well, can it wait? I'm starving ` if I can trust the food. Now. Whoa. Menopause already? OMINOUS MUSIC I know what you did. What can I say, hmm? Oops. She's your sister, for God's sake. Yeah, it is all a little bit awkward. (CHUCKLES) You knew. Well, I didn't deliberately set out to seduce her. But (CHUCKLES) her pole dancing does leave very little to the imagination. And, well, she came on to me. You sick, twisted bastard. Well, hey. If it's good enough for the royalty of Europe... Seriously? Why not? If you don't know what you've done is wrong, monstrous... You were trying to screw her as well. I just got there first. Oh! You disgusting little fucker. Maybe I did us both a favour. Perhaps she's just gonna take the money and run. Don't you realise that incest is still a crime in this country? (CHUCKLES) Nice try. But bad publicity would not be good for your plans right now, hmm? I mean, it is all about timing. What are you talking about? Well, I know that Dad was planning to float the company. How the hell do you`? Rumours... are now confirmed. Thank you. I'm assuming that that's why you're so eager for me not to challenge the will. Am I wrong? You need this company to succeed as much as I do. How else are you gonna support your habits? Ooh. That is a tough call. (CLICKS TONGUE) But... No, it would be good to see you back in the gutter where you belong. Get out! But what about lunch? Go back to your hookers and drugs, and leave my family alone. (CHUCKLES) I'm sorry ` your family? How the hell does that work, yeah, when you are not family at all? Dinner is usually at 7. Breakfast from 6.30. Lunch by arrangement. Do you have any food allergies or special requirements? I eat pretty much anything. Hello there. Settling in all right? Yeah, sweet. Thanks. Shall I put away your things? Uh, nah, I've got it. Cocktails at 6 by the pool. Sounds good. Oh! Um... Yeah, I might see you there. And to balance the energy, some yoga at dawn. I'll keep it in mind. Smashing. I like this one. He's gonna be fun. How do you like the room? Um, brilliant. Feel free to use the phone to call your family or anyone. And just let Maria know if there's anything else you need. Will do. Uh, just one question. Yeah? Uh, the old` older woman, Aunty Nancy. You mean John's sister? Yeah. > Is she OK? I mean, does she always get around like that? She's a naturist ` and a whole lot of other things. You do get used to her. Good to know. (CHUCKLES) Enjoy. Awe-some! (LAUGHS) Ah! What we have here is an unemployed coalminer, a God-botherer with an almighty chip on his shoulder and a bloody stripper. Christ, if this gets out. Get on to Patricia. I want background checks on all of them now. No, Fisher. That's all. PHONE BEEPS What are you doing here? Looking for you ` our session. Maybe you've forgotten. No. Just not sure I'm up for cardio. How was the family meet? Eventful. Those kids all called Truebridge? God, no. Joster, Tamatoa. Is this any of your business? I care about you. Please don't. I was thinking we could spend more time together. ROCK MUSIC I like you, Brady. And I hire you, Vincent. But it could be more. (TUTS) I love you for your body and not your conversation. I'm not some stupid gym bunny. What we have here is training and sex. But if you're not happy with the arrangement... (SIGHS) It's fine. Aw, you're pissed off with me. Maybe. Well, maybe you should show me how you feel. (GASPS) You are angry. Shut up. Make me. (GASPS, EXHALES) (PANTS) Just remember ` there are worse ways to make a living. (EXHALES) ROCK MUSIC Copyright Able 2016 MUFFLED ROCK MUSIC PLAYS Hey. Do you wanna go private? Uh, I'm meant to be on the floor. I'll make it worth your while. Sorry, Snake. Roxy here will look after you. Won't you, Roxy? Happy to. Come with me. ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING Oi. You got off lightly then. Snake is not someone you say no to. I know that. I look out for you. Sure you do. My guardian angel. Have you given any more thought to it? To what? The money or the bag, of course. I've been too busy waxing my legs. You've gotta make the most of this, all right? Those bastards, they're loaded. No shit. (CHUCKLES) You know, I wouldn't mind a dip in that particular pool. It was very nice. You followed me there? Like I said, I am just looking out for you. And there's your mum to think about. What about her? She's got a lot invested in you. And I wouldn't want her to see you get hurt. OK, kiddo? You get back to work. ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING WATER BUBBLES ROCK MUSIC ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES (EXHALES) Hey. Hi. So, do you wanna maybe do something today? Yeah, sure. I've got nothing on. I mean, um, don't you have school or something? I'm taking a study day. (CHUCKLES) < CELL PHONE RINGS Is that you? Huh? Oh, yeah. (GRUNTS) (EXHALES) Hey, uh, hi. How's it going? OK. Is this a bad time? Nah, I was just in the pool. Oh, this place is wicked. There's so much food, and booze like you wouldn't believe. (CHUCKLES) Brady's got to you. Eh? She's not even here. Well, she'll try. Don't you worry. Just don't agree to anything without` Whoa! What's happening? Uh, nothing. Whole` Whole of nothing. I do like to get a bit of sun. Uh, I may` I may need to go, OK? Busy with the high life? Yeah, something` something like that. Yeah. All right. Keep in touch. And like I said, just don't let Brady talk you into a thing. Sure. Uh, I, um` I just to have to, um... I have to, uh, go and do` do something. ROCK MUSIC Hello. I'm afraid I have some bad news. And some good news! Do this. That furry feeling is harmful bacteria, and it's making harmful little bacteria babies in your mouth. I call it the 'fur factor'. Fortunately, there's good news - Colgate Total. VOICE-OVER: Its unique technology bonds to 100% providing superior Fight the fur factor with Colgate Total. For whole mouth health. UNSETTLING MUSIC Morning. Morning. I take it you have seen this. No, I've been busy. Little prick. READS: He really doesn't want any speculation about his father's accident. No, please don't suggest it wasn't an accident (!) The timing's no accident. He knows about the float. How the hell? Claims he worked that out all by himself. (SCOFFS) Pigs might levitate. My thoughts exactly. And he's got media contacts through his ridiculous boys' club. The Rogues? (CHUCKLES) He's still doing that? Spare us from the dickheads and their stupid games. NUMBER PAD BEEPS John Jr. Good morning. (EXHALES) It is, isn't it? Apart from your other crimes, your little article's not gonna do you any favours. Well, I thought it was endearing, struggling as I am in my grief. Cut the bullshit. You can't say I didn't warn ya. If you won't let me play in your sandpit, I'll get creative. OK. What do you know about the Northland development? The casino, Dad's biggest project to date. Yes, even I have heard of that one. How do you know? Uh, contacts, little birds. I'm still listening, but I don't hear anything. We need it greenlit so we can float the company at the best possible time. If not, the share price could tumble and you can use your stock to wipe your arse. That inclusive enough for you? I'm feeling a warm glow already. It's commercially sensitive, but if you leak it` Anyway, I'd love to chew the fat, but you know how it is ` busy, busy. DISCONNECT TONE Bastard. Except he is unfortunately legitimate. (CHUCKLES) I know, he's a prick. The minister's not returning my call, and I'm trying to control the bastards. (INHALES) John would know how to deal with this mess. John made this mess when he wrote his will. He did. And now I have to deal with it. BOTH SNORT Don't swat. Keep your hands glued to your face. On your toes, on your toes. Don't drag. All right, break! Nice. Good work, boys. Good work, Tai. Not bad. (EXHALES) Oh, hey, uh, I don't wanna interrupt, man; I just wanted to catch up. That's all. How'd you find me? Oh, you know ` let my fingers do the walking. I talked to your mum. (SCOFFS) She's a good woman. No, no, I` I got that; very friendly. And have you heard anything from Brady? Nah. Mm. She's probably hoping you'll crack and take the hundred grand. Ah, I get it ` uh, you don't wanna talk about it around here. I mean, that would be a lot of moolah to those guys. Hey, that kid is very promising. Yeah. Well, he's not too bad when he's not off stealing cars. And hello there. (CHUCKLES) Who is this lovely lady? This is Ariana, my girlfriend. Go you, stud man, eh? We're engaged. Well, congratulations. Hi. This is John Truebridge. Mm. His long-lost half-brother. So good to meet you. Hot date, is it? Uh, we're just off to Joe's parents for dinner. What do you know? Me too. Yeah, your mum invited me. Like you said, she is a good woman, yeah? (CHUCKLES LIGHTLY) GLASS CLINKS (LAUGHS) (SNIFFS) If Maria finds you making your own food, she'll hex you. Yeah, right (!) She did it to one of the gardeners, and he cut off his finger with the pruning shears. (CHUCKLES) Wow, now I'm really scared (!) (CHUCKLES) So, you wanna come for a drive after? Uh, I don't have a car. ROCK MUSIC Huh. ENGINE REVS Parked car! Parked car! What about them? You're not meant to get so close. You're a real nervous driver. I thought you said you had your license. Yeah, I do ` my learner's. Shit. Oh, come on. It's a study day, and this is life skills. Slow it down, all right? I thought you were from the sticks. So? Doesn't everyone learn when they're, like, 12? About the same time they lose their virginity? POLICE SIREN WAILS Oh, shit a brick. INDISTINCT CONVERSATION ON RT Hi. Can I see your licence? Sure. It's here somewhere. Oh God. (CHUCKLES) I forgot it. I'm really sorry. At least I have a fully licenced driver with me. Can you show me your licence, please? Um` Now. Uh... Um... OMINOUS MUSIC OK. That's fine. Hey, we're real sorry to have wasted your time, officer. You must have heaps better things to do. Sure. Just be sure to carry your licence in future, OK? I so will. So we just got away with that. (LAUGHS) Result, all right. OMINOUS MUSIC I love this place. Really, it's so, uh` Small? No, no, no. It` It's a real family home. And do you live here too? No, I` I live with my parents. Oh. I did not know that still happened. (CHUCKLES) I am here quite a bit. Ariana is a wonderful girl. And a good cook too. Oh, Joe. You've got it all goin' on, man. When are you guys tying the knot? Uh, we've gotta save, so... Well, that won't be a problem soon. I don't wanna take anything from the Truebridges. OK. Well, you shouldn't sell Daddy's shares for cheap. Daddy? I don't think of him as my Daddy ` more like some heartless bastard. Joseph. Would you like a cup of tea, John? Well, that'd be lovely. What did you mean? About Dad? My mother abandoned me when I was born, left me for dead in a rubbish bin. Jesus Christ. He wasn't there for me then. Or my mum. Joe, I` I am absolutely gutted to hear that, man. Really, if there's anything I can do to make it up. Seriously, anything at all. I told you, I don't need anything. Well, I'm gonna prove to you we're not all arseholes. OK? (EXHALES) And do you ladies need a hand in there? CELL PHONE VIBRATES, RINGS Fisher. Don't you ever go home? PHONE: You can talk. Did you catch the news? Tell me it's not John Jr again. No. Julius Mostyn. (CHUCKLES LIGHTLY) Getting drunk and pashing more secretaries? He's been needling Alan Griever, accusing this government of doing favours for friends. The Northland Casino was mentioned specifically. Shit. Might explain why he's not returning your calls. As if I didn't know already. Mostyn is certainly putting the boot in. Little prick. I'll have to catch it when I get home. Hot date, is it? Since when do I have a social life? ROCK MUSIC PLAYS ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING Thanks, handsome. ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING Nice moves. What are you doing here? I just wanted to see how you were doing. I'm good. Everything all right here? Sure. Yeah? Maybe I can get you a drink while you're waiting, Mrs Truebridge? Do I know you? Just take an interest in things. Lovely. How much for a private? We don't get too many ladies wanting a lappy. Is that any of your business? No. Nah, there's no problemo. Free country and all. Good to hear it. Now we get to spend a little quality time together. ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING Who is that man? Karl, my stepfather. He owns the club. I see. So, what do you normally do for a private session? Lap dance. Do they ever want more? Sometimes. But I'm kinda choosy about that. Do you get to keep the cash? I give a percentage to Karl. What if you didn't have to do that any more? Sorry? I have nothing morally against what you're doing, but (INHALES) the last thing I need right now is some story about John Truebridge's daughter being forced to work as a stripper. No one's forcing me. Trust me, that is how it will be painted. Plus, anyone could just walk in here and take a photo on their phone. Isn't there something else you'd rather be doing? You could study. Like what? Dance, hospitality. Whatever you like. I could arrange an allowance from the family trust. Have you got any idea how much I earn? A good night, 2 grand. Seriously? Mm. Don't you think I'm worth it? I didn't say that. Just a moment. MUFFLED ROCK MUSIC PLAYS ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING ITEMS RATTLE Another idea. You get me a job with the company. What kind of job? It's a big company. I own a piece of it. ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING Why don't you meet me tomorrow and we'll see if we can find something? Sounds good to me. ROCK MUSIC CONTINUES PLAYING Your Truebridge mate was in the club. Do you know that? She was talking to Savannah. And the rich bitch is up to something, you know that? Well, are you're sure it was her? Of course I'm sure it was her! Well, what was she saying? I don't know, eh? Do I? S` They were scheming. Yeah, well, what about? I dunno! Far out! Right, so, what, she` she's got, what, important friends with money now and a fuck-off palace. What's to say she's not just gonna bugger off? No, she wouldn't do that to me. God, she's got a short memory. After everything I've done for her and taking care of you, getting rid of Trey. I just have to remind her, eh? Talk some sense into her. Don't you touch her. What the fuck did you say to me? Nothing, Karl. It didn't sound like nothing. She's just young, that's all. She's... She's got no idea what she's up against. That's for sure, eh? I'll talk to her, OK? I'll take care of it. Please. I will. WHISPERS: Yep. You'd better. RAZOR BUZZES GENTLE MUSIC DOOR OPENS, CLOSES > Hello? What are you doing in here? Waiting for you. Thought we could have a little lie-in. Oh. Like the new look ` very smooth. Oh, shit. Um... Um, aren't you meant to be at school? But I've got this big test today, and I need some stress relief. W` Wait. Wait. Just` Whoa, slow` slow down. (CHUCKLES) Um, how old are you, anyway? 18. How old are you? Uh, 22. I'm supposed to be swotting for maths, so how many times do you think 22 can go into 18? Oh. Um... (CHUCKLES) Look, this is not gonna work, all right? Why not? Um, I'm a guest, and` and we're related. We're not. And there's your mum. Well, I won't tell if you won't. NANCY: Kennedy? > SOTTO VOCE: Holy shit. Kennedy, answer me! > Shame. Another time. I'm leaving in five minutes! > Mum, take a pill! I was getting ready before you interrupted me. ROCK MUSIC What are you up to, you naughty boy? Nothing. How disappointing! MUSIC CONTINUES Have I done something wrong? Not lately. Tell me about Julius Mostyn. I swear I haven't seen him since you told me not to. It's OK, Cherry. You're not in any trouble. Oh. (CHUCKLES) Great. (CHUCKLES) Julius? Oh, right. Um, yeah, I like him. He's fun. But he's got a partner in Wellington, so... Did he want to sleep with you? (CHUCKLES) He asked if I was wearing any panties. That's a yes. Actually I wasn't, because, you know, I was wearing my green dress. It was kind of clingy, so I don't really see the point in wearing a G-string` I mean yes, he wanted to have sex with you. I think so. He did invite me to Wellington. But since you told me off, I have had no contact with him whatsoever and completely blocked him on Facebook. S` Un-block him. Sorry? Make contact. Tell him you'd be keen to fly down ASAP. You said you liked him. But you said you'd fire my arse if I saw him again. WHISPERS: Now I'll fire your arse if you don't. All I'm saying is if you spend quality time with Julius, it could be very good for your future prospects. OK? OK. (CHUCKLES) Hey, sweetheart. How was your night? It was OK. So just the usual? Yeah. You can tell me. I already heard about Brady from Karl. I knew he'd get twisted about it. No. He cares about you, in his own way. Sure he does. Do not give me that attitude. He was real good to you a while back. He got Trey out of our lives. That was a long time ago. I don't know how you can even speak to that black bitch after how she's treated us. Well, I kind of have to talk to her, Mum. And besides, this could be good for us. Yeah, well, as long as you don't forget who really cares about you. I wouldn't, Mum. That's good. Now, how about some breakfast? Now, I know it doesn't look like much, but trust me. < JOE: Nice, keep it tight. Oh. And the guy's a bit serious, so let me do the talking. Don't cross those feet. Move, move, move. That is the guy I want you to see. Keep going. So Bob, this is Joe, my half-brother. I was telling Bob that kid is the bomb, man. Real killer instinct. Not bad. Is this how you get your kicks, bringing your mates to the wrong side of town? SOTTO VOCE: This ain't no freak show. Whoa, whoa, whoa. Hey, hey, hey. I'm sorry, man. No. No, no, no. No, I was just having lunch with Bob. He's in town for the day, and he's` he's seriously into boxing. The guy's got cash. And` And he likes to sponsor dudes with promise. I told him about the kid, and he just` he wanted to come straight here. 10, 11 KO's. I should have called. All right? > Sorry, man, we had a few ales. (CHUCKLES) Hey, if I did wrong... Maybe not. Yeah? OK. Well, let's catch up, do dinner. I owe you one after that slap-up feed. No, you don't. No, no, no. I do. Call me, all right? Or I will be calling you. Hmm? Deal? ROCK MUSIC It has all the usual facilities and a physio on site. It's a little more exclusive than the other outlets. You own a gym? Is there a problem? This isn't... the company. It's a subsidiary. So what would I be doing here? Take details from new clients, negotiate corporate deals. Sales chick. Client coordinator. You weren't expecting a seat on the Truebridge board, were you? 'Course not. Great. You're really getting towards your goals, eh. And this is Vincent, senior trainer and instructor. This is Savannah, who I was telling you about. John's daughter. Hi. Good to meet you. Hi. So, what areas do you have experience in? None, really. Savannah's learning the ropes ` sales and admin. Set her up in Jeremy's old office, get her started. Come with me. You guys have fun. ROCK MUSIC PLAYS How about I show you what I can really do? Feel that stretch, right in your butt. DANCE MUSIC PLAYS Right through to the hammies. Feel that? (GRUNTS) Yeah. Good. All right, you can come down. You know more than you think. Thanks. You should definitely take some classes. The Remuera ladies would love your style. I know their husbands do. (CHUCKLES LIGHTLY) So, do you agree I'd be wasted behind a desk? I think we can work with what you've got. It must be annoying for you, being told you have to give me a job. You're a Truebridge, so it's a given. Because Brady says? Your old man was worse. > I wouldn't know. I never met him. Wow. What was he like? Way ruthless and way smart. You're lucky you're not more like him. Are you saying I'm thick? No. Because you wouldn't be as hot. (CHUCKLES) Charmer. He certainly wasn't. He was scary. You didn't like him? Rich people don't care who likes them. That's how they get to be rich. I'll bear that in mind. No, serious. These guys only care about themselves. They'll chew you up and spit out the bones. Mm. Well,... better make sure that doesn't happen, then. It's business as usual. The rumours are wrong. But if you want us to start talking to other contractors... I didn't think so. Have a nice day. Dickhead. (SIGHS) What is it? I can come back. (CHUCKLES) Cherry. Just tell me. I did what you said, and Julius got back to me nearly straight away. And guess what? He wants me to visit! So visit. So I can book a flight? No, Cherry, get him to book it. Make sure he pays for everything. And take photos. Post on Facebook. OK. And keep track of the tickets. Is that clear? What if he won't pay? You tell him you're very poor, but very interested in shagging him senseless if he can shout you. And am I interested? That's up to you, of course. Oh. (CHUCKLES) Well, it is time off. And I guess he is kind of distinguished. Great. Off you go. Look for dirt, and make sure he pays for everything. OK. (CHUCKLES) I'll do my best! ROCK MUSIC INDISTINCT CONVERSATIONS, SHOUTING You were working it, babe. Last chance, last dance. I can't believe you're going. Well, I won't be needing this shit any more, so you girls just help yourself. Love you, babe. Aw, you too. I feel like crying. Hey, it's not like I'm not gonna see you. And maybe I could go get you a job. (SCOFFS) As if. Rox, you could show anyone how it's done. Hey, Vannah, are you decent? (CHUCKLES) Yeah. Hey, looking good. Hey, sexy. This is my brother, Garth, the one I was telling you about. This is my friend, Foxy Roxy. Hey. Yeah, good to meet you. Hey, I need to talk to you. Talk away. You can't just bugger off. It's not like I'm on any kind of contract, Karl. Well, what about a bit of fuckin' loyalty, Savannah? You've had it for three years, and now I'm moving on. I'd like my bond back. Piss off. I've never dropped a shift, taken a sick day. Mm-hm. Why don't you call your lawyer, then, eh? You know, mate, you should maybe think about giving her the money, eh? Says the guy who can't afford a drink. Doesn't mean I'm a douchebag. PUNCH CRACKS Ah, crap! (GRUNTS) Go on, shit-for-brains! You open your mouth again and say something funny! (GRUNTS, PANTS) Leave him alone, Karl! Just forget about the money! Oh, it's only small change for you, isn't it? (PANTS) But don't think you're off the hook. You still owe me. And I'll collect. One way or the other. Eh? MUFFLED ROCK MUSIC PLAYS Let's get out of here. Bob... is... fizzing, absolutely fizzing about that, uh` that kid. Uh, what's his name? Tai. Tai, yeah. He wants to set him up with a trainer, manager. Right. Well, you're not offended, are ya? No, no. Well, that's good, cos, you know, sometimes it can be hard to tell. (CHUCKLES) It's... You know, it's just that... It's too good to be true? Yeah, yeah. Mm. I know. It's crazy, but seriously, Bob's awesome. Yeah? Business guy, real maverick. Like the mentor I never had. He reckons your guy could be the next David Tua. Really? Mm-hm. GENTLE PIANO MUSIC PLAYS Yeah, this is totally gonna make my year. Why? Because I hooked people up, man. I made a difference! Well, there's a lot more kids in Manurewa, if you want to do that. They don't all get to develop a talent. Because of the, uh... the deprivation. (CHUCKLES) They're not all losers. I know, but, you know, they're not advantaged. And that school lunch thing ` you know, no fruit, all that shit. I saw it on the news, and seriously, I... I cried. (CHUCKLES) Oh yeah. You did, did you? I did! I mean, I was drunk at the time, but all this healthy shit, man, I` I` seriously, I take it for granted. I'm a wanker, OK? But you guys ` no, you guys... are the real deal. And I just` Oh, I love that about you. DOOR SQUEAKS, SLAMS TEETH CLENCHED: Lorna! You said, all right? You told me to my face that you'd talk to her and you'd take care of it, yeah? But I did. I did, and she said she's really sorry. Don't say anything! Shut your mouth, all right?! Oh! Jesus. She's quit the fuckin' club! She gave me shit in front of people. (WHIMPERS) So what kind of mother do you think you are, eh? You can't even control your own kid. I'm sorry. I tried. I really tried, babe. Not hard enough, did ya? See, I'm disappointed, Lorna. (SNIFFLES) I'm really disappointed. OMINOUS MUSIC (GRUNTS) Fuck you! (SCREAMS, GROANS) ELECTRONIC MUSIC Patricia says these are just preliminary reports. She would say that so she can keep charging. What are you gonna do with this? No real plan ` it's just good to know what I'm dealing with. OK. Goodnight. Night, Fisher. REFLECTIVE MUSIC MUSIC CONTINUES Sorry. Did I wake you? No. Where's Karl? He's gone out. Jesus, Mum. What did he do to you? Oh, it's not that bad. I can cover it with make-up, and that... that wedding gig's a week away. He was pissed off with me, wasn't he? Mum, I am so sorry. Look, (SIGHS) I was meant to talk to you. And you did. And this is not your fault. He... He's got no right to do this to you. It's just how he gets sometimes. It's not that bad. Now, I wanna hear about this new job. I'm working in a gym. I'm teaching. You're selling yourself short. I'm not, Mum ` I get paid, I don't have to do late nights. But you're so talented. You got all the grades in ballet and jazz. (SIGHS) I know, Mum. But this is just the beginning. You know? It's a fresh start for me, for us. (SIGHS) I didn't mean for you to get hurt. Karl is such a prick! It really is not a big deal, darling. You do know that this is not normal. I'm fine, babe. Seriously. I love you so much, Mum. Oh, come here, darling. It's OK. I love you too, babe. CELL PHONE RINGS Truebridge residence. I'm sorry. Mrs Truebridge is not at home. You might try the office. She is sometimes working late. Hmm. Thank you very much. I might just do that. MUFFLED ROCK MUSIC PLAYS I might just do that, Mrs Truebridge. Hey. Hey. (CHUCKLES) What happened to you? Oh, just a` a dumb accident. You need to be more careful. (CHUCKLES LIGHTLY) And yes, I would love a drink. Thanks. (BURPS) BOTH CHUCKLE So, do you need any looking after? Oh, I'm fine. I'm thinking, what about this? Whoa. Don't... Don't do that, OK? I thought you liked me. Yeah, sure I do. But it's` it's complicated. Mum's working late, as usual. And Maria's in her room, praying probably. She does that? (CHUCKLES) When she's not hexing people. (CHUCKLES) So there's just us. CRICKETS CHIRP OK, look, you're hot as, and I don't know, if things were different, then maybe` Do you have any weed? Oh` Oh, yeah, um... Maybe. OMINOUS MUSIC MUSIC CONTINUES (SIGHS) TENSE MUSIC HEELS TAP DOOR SQUEAKS KEYS JINGLE, DOOR CLICKS TENSE MUSIC CONTINUES DOOR OPENS Get the fuck out of my car! Not until we have a chat, I won't. Get in here, you stupid... (GASPS) (GRUNTS) Ha. Now, I think we're gonna go for a little drive, and we can go somewhere nice and private. How about that? Look, if you want money, I don't have a lot of cash. But we can go to an ATM. (CHUCKLES) So they get a good clean shot of me? How dumb do you think I am? I don't. Yeah, good. So look here. We are gonna have a long, good talk about our current situation and our shared interests. WHISPERS: And you be a good girl and you drive. Hmm? (INHALES SHAKILY) (BREATHES SHAKILY) Where am I going? Somewhere nice and quiet, eh? Now. KEYS JINGLE, ENGINE STARTS UP ROCK MUSIC ENGINE REVS MUSIC CONTINUES