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Text from Woodrue Realty.
Your offer on the cabin was accepted.
Next stop, bank appraisal.
Text from boss.
Need you to jump on a call in 10 minutes
and shoot me those status reports ASAP.
Ana Maria, lower my mug temp to 180.
Cooling mug to 180 degrees.
Damn it.
You've reached Christian.
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Hey, I'm here.
Okay.
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Babe?
Happy Anniversary.
I'm so sorry, babe.
I know it's a special night,
but I have to jump on a call in 10.
I won't be long, I swear.
I've heard that one before.
What's with the uh, weird plant?
Christian, be gentle with that.
Why? It's just a...
Come here.
Where did you even get this thing?
It's a rescue plant.
Here. Look.
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And you brought it here because...
Because I thought it would help you unplug and be more present?
You know, connect with something that's actually alive.
Promise me you'll take care of it.
Babe, I gotta go hop on a call.
But I am present. Okay?
I'm here with you.
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Happy anniversary to me.
Hey.
You were supposed to wait.
I waited for 40 minutes, Christian.
Look, it's beyond my control.
We're about to close this huge deal
and my boss is just on my ass.
Don't be mad.
Okay?
Happy anniversary, babe.
Don't forget to hydrate.
Do you really need an app to remind you to drink water?
Work is so crazy lately,
it's the only way I remember to hydrate.
This is exactly what I keep talking about.
If you can't take care of yourself
how can you expect to take care of...
I'm taking care of us, Ben.
The whole reason why I took this job
was for us to have the life we want together.
It's not as far away as you think.
Ah, God.
Come on.
Christian! This tech junk has taken over!
I don't have time to vacuum.
When is the last time that we got out of here
and took a walk together like we used to.
- Chris! - I hear you.
You know, even when I'm with you
it feels
really lonely.
And I'm worried for us.
Sorry, I just have to...
Wait, wait, wait, wait. Where are you going?
You don't have time to vacuum,
you don't have time to take care of a plant,
and you don't have time to listen to me.
What are you so mad about?
I think...
I think we need a break.
What?
- Christian... - I'm the one who asked you to move in with me,
- but you said no! - There's no space for me here!
If we move in together
I want it to be our place.
A home that we build together.
We can have that.
No, we can't!
Not when you barely pay attention to me
when I'm right in front of you.
Ben, please.
Things are going to change really soon.
Honestly, Christian?
What I need from you now is proof,
not more words.
What the hell?
Your sleep sequence is beginning.
Goodnight, Christian.
My head.
Ana Maria, start a coffee.
Ana Maria, I'd like to send a text to Ben.
You got it. Record after the beep.
Ben, I feel like last night was a huge misunderstanding.
The truth is, I've been putting in so much overtime
because, surprise,
I put a down payment on our dream house.
I didn't want to say anything...
Delete that text, Ana Maria.
Ben doesn't need words, he needs proof.
Don't forget to hydrate.
What are you?
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Text from Woodrue Realty.
The bank finalized the appraisal.
You can close with a notary tomorrow.
My God.
Yes.
Text from boss.
Drop everything, I need your report ASAP.
Ana Maria, what time is it?
It's 7:18 PM.
What?
You have five missed calls.
Four from Boss,
- one from Ben. - What?
Ana Maria, send reports to Boss ASAP.
Sending report now.
Ana Maria, play voicemail from Ben.
Hey Chris. I'm sorry.
I am open to talking if you're really serious
about making changes.
I hope we can figure it out.
Bye.
Come on!
Ana Maria, what's the fastest way to kill a plant?
Salt and vinegar are common household items...
Ben?
Is that you?
What the...
What?
This isn't real. I'm, I'm dreaming.
What the hell are you?
Email from Woodrue Realty.
Please read.
Congratulations.
You are officially a homeowner.
Your keys should be coming by certified mail
within the next 72 hours.
On behalf of Woodrue Realty Group,
it's been a pleasure.
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Text from Boss.
Your report is a mess. Call me immediately.
Ana Maria, ca...
I'm sorry, I don't understand your request.
Don't forget to hydrate.
Ana Maria... call...
I'm sorry, I don't understand your request.
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Chris, I got your message...
What the hell?
I'm unable to sync all devices at this time.
- Chris? - Please check your internet connection.
Oh, my God.
I'm unable to sync all devices at this time.
- Chris? - Please check your internet connection.
Chris.
Stay with me. Stay with me.
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Happy anniversary, baby.
I mixed some sugar with your vitamins as a treat.
Okay.
Now, where were we?
Chapter 16. Treasure.
"From deep within the cave came a glimmering."
"Daphne smiled..."
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