1 00:00:01,776 --> 00:00:03,743 Previously on When Calls the Heart... 2 00:00:03,778 --> 00:00:05,711 While Hickam is the new mayor, 3 00:00:05,746 --> 00:00:09,281 this town's problems can't be placed on his shoulders alone. 4 00:00:09,350 --> 00:00:11,750 I just think he's the wrong man for the job. 5 00:00:11,785 --> 00:00:13,352 You brought in Jerome Smith, 6 00:00:13,387 --> 00:00:16,755 and Jerome and his associates could re-open that mine. 7 00:00:16,790 --> 00:00:18,357 I wish you knew how much it means to me 8 00:00:18,392 --> 00:00:21,360 just to be with you. 9 00:00:21,395 --> 00:00:24,130 I'm worried about Nathan. We all have limitations. 10 00:00:24,198 --> 00:00:26,265 What's important is learning to accept them. 11 00:00:26,300 --> 00:00:27,799 I spoke to you in confidence. 12 00:00:27,868 --> 00:00:29,067 I'm concerned, Nathan. 13 00:00:29,103 --> 00:00:30,469 You don't have to be. 14 00:00:31,805 --> 00:00:32,805 Ah. 15 00:00:34,108 --> 00:00:36,041 Thank you all for being prompt. 16 00:00:36,076 --> 00:00:39,444 Now, before we begin I thought it appropriate 17 00:00:39,479 --> 00:00:45,479 to mark this meeting of the town council with a photograph. 18 00:00:45,918 --> 00:00:50,555 Uh, Henry? Elizabeth? Ned? Would you care to sit? 19 00:00:50,590 --> 00:00:52,089 Where's Fiona? 20 00:00:52,125 --> 00:00:53,924 Oh, she's uh, still out of town. 21 00:00:53,960 --> 00:00:55,059 Oh, right. 22 00:00:55,094 --> 00:00:58,796 Well then, uh, Bill, why don't you sit? 23 00:00:58,831 --> 00:01:01,065 Or stand, that's good, too. 24 00:01:04,171 --> 00:01:06,804 Lee, whenever you're ready, if you would stand here, please. 25 00:01:06,839 --> 00:01:08,306 Ok. 26 00:01:08,341 --> 00:01:11,308 By the way, I appreciate the use of the paper's new camera. 27 00:01:11,343 --> 00:01:12,509 It's fine. 28 00:01:12,578 --> 00:01:14,144 Rosemary promised she'd be along any moment. 29 00:01:17,316 --> 00:01:19,149 Good afternoon, everyone. 30 00:01:19,185 --> 00:01:21,518 Still know how to pick up my cues. 31 00:01:21,587 --> 00:01:23,153 Now, Lee, did you manage 32 00:01:23,189 --> 00:01:25,755 to get this contraption set up and ready to go? 33 00:01:25,791 --> 00:01:27,824 Because I'm ready to shoot. 34 00:01:27,859 --> 00:01:29,092 All yours. 35 00:01:29,995 --> 00:01:31,828 Who else are we missing? Someone. 36 00:01:31,863 --> 00:01:34,266 It's Carson. We haven't gotten together since he left for Baltimore. 37 00:01:34,267 --> 00:01:35,332 Of course. 38 00:01:35,367 --> 00:01:37,634 So, we'll have to approve a replacement. 39 00:01:37,670 --> 00:01:42,472 But for tonight, as long as we have a quorum, one, two... 40 00:01:42,508 --> 00:01:44,441 There's six. 41 00:01:44,476 --> 00:01:45,609 A quorum. 42 00:01:45,644 --> 00:01:48,778 Good. Ok then. Rosemary, how are things looking? 43 00:01:48,814 --> 00:01:50,180 Almost there. 44 00:01:50,215 --> 00:01:53,217 Oh, good gracious. 45 00:01:53,962 --> 00:01:56,796 This looks like a meeting of the gloomy Gus club, 46 00:01:56,865 --> 00:01:59,599 not the Hope Valley town council. 47 00:01:59,635 --> 00:02:00,635 Oh... 48 00:02:01,436 --> 00:02:06,372 ? There are smiles to make us hap... ? 49 00:02:06,407 --> 00:02:07,407 Sweetheart. 50 00:02:08,977 --> 00:02:10,610 Fine. All right. 51 00:02:10,646 --> 00:02:11,878 All right. 52 00:02:11,913 --> 00:02:17,050 And... are you ready? Say "prunes". 53 00:02:17,085 --> 00:02:18,118 Prunes! 54 00:02:19,420 --> 00:02:21,887 Good day. Good day. 55 00:02:21,922 --> 00:02:27,425 But then, it's always a good day in Hope Valley. 56 00:02:29,396 --> 00:02:32,131 But first, I'd like to thank the constable 57 00:02:32,166 --> 00:02:34,133 for closing our streets to traffic... 58 00:02:34,168 --> 00:02:37,636 Forensic inspector. Why can't anyone get that right? 59 00:02:37,672 --> 00:02:39,437 ... unimpeded. 60 00:02:39,473 --> 00:02:40,700 Especially after you hear 61 00:02:40,701 --> 00:02:42,675 - what I'm about to announce. - Oh, I can't bear to listen to this. 62 00:02:42,743 --> 00:02:44,977 Oh, Lee. You haven't liked anything he's done as mayor. 63 00:02:45,012 --> 00:02:46,745 He hasn't done anything as mayor. 64 00:02:46,781 --> 00:02:48,947 ... even in wet weather like this, 65 00:02:48,983 --> 00:02:52,250 we all still have so much to celebrate. 66 00:02:52,286 --> 00:02:54,019 To appreciate. 67 00:02:54,088 --> 00:02:57,622 We won't let this dampen our spirits. 68 00:02:57,658 --> 00:03:00,124 That's not going to happen, not on this mayor's watch. 69 00:03:00,160 --> 00:03:02,294 You know, I think Mike might be right. 70 00:03:02,329 --> 00:03:03,828 I couldn't agree more. 71 00:03:03,863 --> 00:03:06,097 ... the power of this office to declare town holidays, 72 00:03:06,132 --> 00:03:11,269 and so I ask all of you, just as I asked our town council, 73 00:03:11,305 --> 00:03:15,807 what could be better than celebrating one holiday? 74 00:03:15,842 --> 00:03:17,709 Well, what about four holidays? 75 00:03:17,777 --> 00:03:19,844 Oh! 76 00:03:19,879 --> 00:03:22,013 This week, Hope Valley will be celebrating 77 00:03:22,048 --> 00:03:23,848 Elizabeth Thornton's Thanksgiving. 78 00:03:25,118 --> 00:03:27,385 Ned and Florence Yost's Hanukah. 79 00:03:28,787 --> 00:03:30,787 Rosemary and Lee Coulter's Halloween. 80 00:03:32,692 --> 00:03:36,159 And, after nomination and unanimous approval 81 00:03:36,195 --> 00:03:38,729 to fill a vacancy on the town council, 82 00:03:38,797 --> 00:03:40,698 Mei Tsu's Valentine's Day. 83 00:03:42,535 --> 00:03:46,803 Oh, and at his insistence, 84 00:03:46,839 --> 00:03:50,207 we've added an unofficial fifth holiday, 85 00:03:50,243 --> 00:03:52,643 Bill Avery's April Fool's. 86 00:03:54,179 --> 00:03:56,913 April Fool's? What is that, a joke? 87 00:03:56,982 --> 00:03:58,482 Let him go, he's on a roll. 88 00:03:58,517 --> 00:04:01,418 Let us enjoy ourselves, and one another, 89 00:04:01,487 --> 00:04:04,988 as we recapture the heart of this town, 90 00:04:05,023 --> 00:04:08,024 while I officially declare these to be 91 00:04:08,060 --> 00:04:09,492 Hope Valley days! 92 00:04:43,194 --> 00:04:48,194 - Synced and corrected by chamallow - - www.addic7ed.com - 93 00:04:56,808 --> 00:05:01,544 Thanksgiving! What does that mean to everyone? 94 00:05:01,579 --> 00:05:03,145 It means no school. 95 00:05:03,214 --> 00:05:04,647 Cooper Canfield. 96 00:05:04,716 --> 00:05:05,815 That was my answer. 97 00:05:05,883 --> 00:05:08,050 All right, very funny. 98 00:05:08,085 --> 00:05:10,052 Emily, how about you? 99 00:05:10,087 --> 00:05:11,253 Cooking with my mother. 100 00:05:11,289 --> 00:05:13,222 Oh, that sounds like fun. 101 00:05:13,257 --> 00:05:15,490 - Angela? - Wonderful smells. 102 00:05:15,559 --> 00:05:17,659 Mmm, I know, right? 103 00:05:17,728 --> 00:05:19,628 Opal, what does Thanksgiving mean to you? 104 00:05:19,663 --> 00:05:22,097 Turkey and snoring. 105 00:05:22,133 --> 00:05:23,565 A snoring turkey? 106 00:05:25,169 --> 00:05:28,304 After we eat, my father always falls asleep in his big chair. 107 00:05:31,976 --> 00:05:33,675 Allie? 108 00:05:33,744 --> 00:05:35,144 This may sound silly, 109 00:05:35,179 --> 00:05:38,314 but having been away for so long in Rock Creek, 110 00:05:38,349 --> 00:05:40,349 it means being together. 111 00:05:40,417 --> 00:05:42,417 That doesn't sound silly at all. 112 00:05:42,453 --> 00:05:45,587 Thanksgiving means something different for all of us. 113 00:05:45,622 --> 00:05:47,756 Now, what you all have been describing 114 00:05:47,791 --> 00:05:51,660 are things for which we are giving thanks. 115 00:05:51,695 --> 00:05:56,331 But what if we try... thanks giving? 116 00:05:56,367 --> 00:05:58,500 - What? - I don't understand. 117 00:05:58,535 --> 00:05:59,934 I want you all to think about 118 00:05:59,970 --> 00:06:01,336 what else Thanksgiving might mean 119 00:06:01,372 --> 00:06:03,137 and how we might be able to celebrate it. 120 00:06:03,173 --> 00:06:05,173 And then we'll discuss it next time we meet. 121 00:06:08,445 --> 00:06:09,445 Yay! 122 00:06:11,147 --> 00:06:13,314 Oh, remind your parents I'll be posting a sign-up sheet 123 00:06:13,350 --> 00:06:16,451 for any dishes they wanna bring for Thanksgiving dinner. 124 00:06:18,821 --> 00:06:21,890 Did you realize that our subscriptions are up 20 percent? 125 00:06:21,958 --> 00:06:25,626 Well, to quote Cleopatra, "We will not be triumphed over!" 126 00:06:26,796 --> 00:06:28,696 I came, I saw, I conquered. 127 00:06:28,731 --> 00:06:29,830 That was Caesar. 128 00:06:29,866 --> 00:06:31,632 Oh. 129 00:06:31,667 --> 00:06:33,401 Don't you think you should be working on your column, Marc Antony? 130 00:06:33,469 --> 00:06:37,538 Well, yes, sweetheart, but Rome wasn't built in a day. 131 00:06:37,573 --> 00:06:39,173 I don't know why this was addressed to me. 132 00:06:39,209 --> 00:06:45,209 I don't think this is for me, I think this is for you. 133 00:06:45,715 --> 00:06:47,681 Well, I didn't contact this gentleman. 134 00:06:47,717 --> 00:06:50,583 Well, I'm just the managing editor, so... 135 00:06:50,652 --> 00:06:56,652 Lee, he works for William Randolph Hearst. 136 00:06:58,760 --> 00:07:01,161 You don't think... is it at all possible 137 00:07:01,196 --> 00:07:04,197 that the William Randolph Hearst 138 00:07:04,233 --> 00:07:09,903 wants to add our little newspaper to his mighty empire? 139 00:07:09,939 --> 00:07:12,272 Well, that's how life works, though, isn't it? 140 00:07:12,341 --> 00:07:14,174 Great things have small beginnings! 141 00:07:14,209 --> 00:07:18,511 Mountains are moved first by picking up the smallest stone! 142 00:07:18,547 --> 00:07:19,947 Lee? 143 00:07:20,015 --> 00:07:22,082 - Those are for the children. - Can I just have one? 144 00:07:22,117 --> 00:07:24,383 Oh, that's how it begins though, doesn't it? 145 00:07:24,419 --> 00:07:26,886 Next thing you know you've eaten the entire bowl. 146 00:07:26,922 --> 00:07:29,288 Don't you think you're being just a little bit dramatic 147 00:07:29,357 --> 00:07:34,126 about, oh, I don't know, everything? 148 00:07:34,195 --> 00:07:37,764 I suppose this letter and its possibilities, 149 00:07:37,799 --> 00:07:41,133 perhaps even this costume, 150 00:07:41,202 --> 00:07:43,069 has all got me feeling a little bit heady. 151 00:07:43,104 --> 00:07:48,441 All right, a sweet for my sweet. 152 00:07:48,477 --> 00:07:50,643 Thank you. 153 00:07:50,712 --> 00:07:53,713 Oh, Lee, I'm so excited 154 00:07:53,748 --> 00:07:56,215 for all these ghosties and ghoulies to come. 155 00:07:56,250 --> 00:07:57,883 Isn't it fun to play at work? 156 00:07:57,918 --> 00:07:58,918 Mmm. 157 00:08:06,060 --> 00:08:08,294 - Lee. - Mmm-hmm? 158 00:08:08,329 --> 00:08:14,329 What do you think about writing something nice about Hickam? 159 00:08:17,005 --> 00:08:20,006 You don't always have to bark when you write. 160 00:08:20,074 --> 00:08:22,841 I know! I know. 161 00:08:22,910 --> 00:08:24,676 You are concerned about Hope Valley. 162 00:08:24,745 --> 00:08:26,912 - Mmm. - But so is he. 163 00:08:26,947 --> 00:08:30,349 And what Hickam is trying to do, bringing us all together, 164 00:08:30,418 --> 00:08:36,418 well, it's a wonderful, even admirable, aspiration. 165 00:08:37,491 --> 00:08:39,957 It's what you're always trying to do. 166 00:08:39,993 --> 00:08:43,495 Why not show that part of yourself? Hmm? 167 00:08:45,465 --> 00:08:47,999 Well, I'm already showing my legs. 168 00:08:48,035 --> 00:08:49,035 Maybe. 169 00:08:54,207 --> 00:08:56,974 I need an opinion. And a scoop of honey vanilla. 170 00:08:57,010 --> 00:08:59,544 Robert's delivering the mail so let me get that for you. 171 00:09:01,781 --> 00:09:06,383 I really like the way that you've decorated for Valentine's Day. 172 00:09:06,452 --> 00:09:07,452 Quicksee? 173 00:09:07,486 --> 00:09:08,653 Is that how it's pronounced? 174 00:09:08,688 --> 00:09:11,288 Sheshe. The Chinese celebration of love. 175 00:09:11,323 --> 00:09:12,890 It's rooted in romantic folklore. 176 00:09:12,959 --> 00:09:14,458 Sheshe. 177 00:09:14,493 --> 00:09:16,027 How beautiful. 178 00:09:16,062 --> 00:09:17,461 Although, I am trying to remind people 179 00:09:17,496 --> 00:09:20,297 there are many kinds of fondness and affection 180 00:09:20,332 --> 00:09:23,968 and that expressing love doesn't only have to be romantic. 181 00:09:24,003 --> 00:09:25,502 And how's that working? 182 00:09:25,538 --> 00:09:29,306 Well, a lot of people have come in asking for candy and cards, 183 00:09:29,341 --> 00:09:32,009 and one woman asked me if I could mix her a love potion. 184 00:09:32,045 --> 00:09:33,177 Oh. 185 00:09:34,681 --> 00:09:36,981 On the house. For your friendship. 186 00:09:37,016 --> 00:09:41,051 - Thank you. - So, what'd you want to discuss? 187 00:09:41,086 --> 00:09:46,522 Well, in the past, when the infirmary needed equipment, 188 00:09:46,558 --> 00:09:49,525 Carson and I asked the town to help with the cost. 189 00:09:49,561 --> 00:09:51,061 It was an arrangement made 190 00:09:51,096 --> 00:09:53,396 when the mining company oversaw the facility. 191 00:09:53,431 --> 00:09:55,498 What're you looking to purchase? 192 00:09:55,533 --> 00:09:57,934 An x-ray machine. 193 00:09:58,003 --> 00:09:59,903 Only now that I've hung out my shingle, 194 00:09:59,938 --> 00:10:01,605 according to Mayor Hickam, 195 00:10:01,673 --> 00:10:06,076 I am in private practice and I don't qualify. 196 00:10:06,111 --> 00:10:08,044 I have to say, that sounds reasonable. 197 00:10:08,080 --> 00:10:09,512 Ah. 198 00:10:09,547 --> 00:10:11,547 I was hoping you'd be unreasonable. 199 00:10:17,288 --> 00:10:18,288 Ma'am. 200 00:10:23,228 --> 00:10:25,694 Nothing wrong in celebrating love, Mei. 201 00:10:25,730 --> 00:10:27,863 Romantic or otherwise. 202 00:10:33,771 --> 00:10:35,938 Bill spoke with Abigail who agreed, 203 00:10:35,973 --> 00:10:39,542 unless Bill wants to buy her out she's ready to sell to us. 204 00:10:39,577 --> 00:10:40,643 And Bill's interested? 205 00:10:40,711 --> 00:10:42,478 Only in being partners with us. 206 00:10:42,547 --> 00:10:43,912 Oh, Joseph. 207 00:10:43,948 --> 00:10:45,580 Oh, now, now, don't get too excited, not yet, anyhow. 208 00:10:45,616 --> 00:10:48,617 We still need to get a loan from the bank in Buxton. 209 00:10:48,652 --> 00:10:49,951 It'll be all right. 210 00:10:49,986 --> 00:10:51,453 Yeah, I hope so. 211 00:10:51,488 --> 00:10:53,721 I know how much you want to be in business for yourself. 212 00:10:53,757 --> 00:10:56,891 - Have faith. - Oh, I do. In God. 213 00:10:56,926 --> 00:10:59,561 It's the folks at the bank that I worry about. 214 00:10:59,596 --> 00:11:00,596 Thank you. 215 00:11:02,098 --> 00:11:04,332 - Hey! - You're the judge here in town? 216 00:11:04,401 --> 00:11:06,568 Try going back out and knocking. 217 00:11:06,603 --> 00:11:07,802 I'm not looking for trouble, 218 00:11:07,837 --> 00:11:10,272 but I've come a long way and I'm out of patience. 219 00:11:10,307 --> 00:11:11,773 You wanna be thrown out? 220 00:11:15,312 --> 00:11:17,245 I believe my wife's in Hope Valley 221 00:11:17,281 --> 00:11:20,247 and I'd like her arrested. 222 00:11:20,283 --> 00:11:23,016 Well, as odd a request as that may be, 223 00:11:23,085 --> 00:11:26,086 you're closer to being arrested yourself, pal. 224 00:11:29,925 --> 00:11:32,826 Come back when you can behave in a civilized manner. 225 00:11:42,971 --> 00:11:45,439 Now that's a mistake. 226 00:11:49,612 --> 00:11:52,879 That's very funny, Bill. April Fool's, huh? 227 00:11:52,948 --> 00:11:55,448 Yeah, ha ha. 228 00:12:01,155 --> 00:12:03,556 - Hi. - May I walk you home? 229 00:12:03,625 --> 00:12:06,058 You never have to ask. 230 00:12:06,127 --> 00:12:08,794 - Thank you. - You're welcome. 231 00:12:08,830 --> 00:12:10,129 How was your attorney meeting? 232 00:12:10,164 --> 00:12:11,497 You were getting a second opinion 233 00:12:11,533 --> 00:12:12,832 on the sale of the oil business? 234 00:12:12,867 --> 00:12:13,968 Oh, fine. 235 00:12:16,003 --> 00:12:18,003 Unfortunately, the second opinion 236 00:12:18,039 --> 00:12:19,205 is the same as the first. 237 00:12:19,241 --> 00:12:20,241 Mmm. 238 00:12:21,576 --> 00:12:23,409 I wish I had the same kind of passion for my work 239 00:12:23,478 --> 00:12:25,245 that you have for yours. 240 00:12:25,313 --> 00:12:26,912 Teaching has always been my passion, 241 00:12:26,981 --> 00:12:28,580 ever since I was a child. 242 00:12:28,649 --> 00:12:30,517 I know. I admire that. 243 00:12:31,986 --> 00:12:33,853 Well, what about you? 244 00:12:33,888 --> 00:12:35,687 What did you want to do when you were younger, 245 00:12:35,723 --> 00:12:38,157 traveling through Europe with your parents? 246 00:12:40,527 --> 00:12:45,097 I wanted to live in one town in one home 247 00:12:45,166 --> 00:12:47,099 where my family and I could get to know everyone 248 00:12:47,168 --> 00:12:48,768 and everyone could get to know us. 249 00:12:48,836 --> 00:12:49,836 Hm. 250 00:12:49,837 --> 00:12:53,325 I want it to be here... 251 00:12:55,426 --> 00:12:56,686 with you. 252 00:12:58,612 --> 00:13:01,280 Well, then that makes us both very lucky. 253 00:13:12,367 --> 00:13:14,166 - I am leaving. - What? 254 00:13:14,202 --> 00:13:15,535 With the holiday celebrations coming up 255 00:13:15,570 --> 00:13:16,902 and Elizabeth's Thanksgiving dinner... 256 00:13:16,938 --> 00:13:18,704 I'll be back to work, mon cousin. 257 00:13:18,739 --> 00:13:22,374 Until then, all will be well. 258 00:13:22,409 --> 00:13:23,409 Gustave, I... 259 00:13:24,545 --> 00:13:28,547 I, uh, I spoke with Fiona in San Francisco. 260 00:13:28,582 --> 00:13:31,516 Things did not go how we planned. 261 00:13:31,552 --> 00:13:34,053 - Unfortunate. - Indeed. 262 00:13:34,388 --> 00:13:36,055 All right, so what's next? 263 00:13:36,090 --> 00:13:38,357 Well, Fiona will ask the investors if they'll close 264 00:13:38,392 --> 00:13:41,426 on the deal without me being involved in the company. 265 00:13:41,462 --> 00:13:43,562 And have her acting as manager with no experience? 266 00:13:43,597 --> 00:13:45,797 They're not gonna go for that, Henry. 267 00:13:45,867 --> 00:13:47,399 Look, I'm gonna be left holding the bag here 268 00:13:47,434 --> 00:13:49,134 once you get your pay day. 269 00:13:50,771 --> 00:13:52,604 I need you to trust me on this. 270 00:13:52,639 --> 00:13:55,807 I do trust you, Henry. I have been. 271 00:13:55,876 --> 00:13:58,877 I just hope you haven't overplayed our hand. 272 00:13:58,912 --> 00:14:00,611 I'll go to San Francisco in the next few days 273 00:14:00,646 --> 00:14:05,984 and see Fiona and we'll find out just that. 274 00:14:10,590 --> 00:14:11,590 Thanks. 275 00:14:14,494 --> 00:14:17,295 There's no arrest warrants for Geoffrey Lewis, 276 00:14:17,330 --> 00:14:19,830 but Bill, there are three for Mei Tsu. 277 00:14:22,068 --> 00:14:23,401 You don't seem surprised. 278 00:14:23,436 --> 00:14:25,569 Because I'm not surprised. 279 00:14:25,605 --> 00:14:27,138 Why aren't you surprised? 280 00:14:27,173 --> 00:14:28,606 Mei hired me as her attorney, 281 00:14:28,641 --> 00:14:31,142 so legally I couldn't say anything to you. 282 00:14:33,346 --> 00:14:35,613 Constable, where are you going? That man hit me. 283 00:14:35,648 --> 00:14:37,481 Not hard enough. 284 00:14:42,254 --> 00:14:45,656 What are Mei's charges? 285 00:14:45,691 --> 00:14:49,827 Larceny, forgery, spousal abandonment. 286 00:14:49,862 --> 00:14:51,962 All made in Chicago. 287 00:14:57,503 --> 00:14:59,336 May I help you? 288 00:14:59,371 --> 00:15:01,371 - Anna! - Hi, Mrs. Thornton. 289 00:15:01,441 --> 00:15:03,173 How long have you been working here? 290 00:15:03,208 --> 00:15:04,708 This is my first day. 291 00:15:04,777 --> 00:15:07,044 Oh my goodness, you got a job so quickly after graduation. 292 00:15:07,112 --> 00:15:08,711 Good for you. 293 00:15:10,316 --> 00:15:11,316 Is there something wrong? 294 00:15:11,317 --> 00:15:12,983 Elizabeth. 295 00:15:13,018 --> 00:15:14,018 Excuse me. 296 00:15:17,323 --> 00:15:19,389 Did I interrupt? 297 00:15:19,458 --> 00:15:21,524 No, no, it wasn't you. 298 00:15:21,560 --> 00:15:24,361 Anna was such a delight when I substitute taught. 299 00:15:24,396 --> 00:15:26,463 I was so happy when she applied here, 300 00:15:26,498 --> 00:15:28,832 but she hasn't been herself. 301 00:15:28,867 --> 00:15:31,368 Well, maybe I'll ask her to come by after work some day, 302 00:15:31,403 --> 00:15:32,669 see if I might be able to help. 303 00:15:32,704 --> 00:15:33,803 Mmm. 304 00:15:33,839 --> 00:15:35,973 Now, what can I get for you? 305 00:15:36,008 --> 00:15:38,241 Oh, um, buttermilk biscuits. 306 00:15:38,310 --> 00:15:40,643 I ran out of flour and Jack is asking for them. 307 00:15:40,679 --> 00:15:41,679 Oh. 308 00:15:43,848 --> 00:15:45,514 Can you keep a secret? 309 00:15:45,549 --> 00:15:47,016 I don't know. 310 00:15:47,051 --> 00:15:49,151 But I'd still like to know whatever it is you have to say. 311 00:15:49,187 --> 00:15:51,320 Joseph and I are getting a loan 312 00:15:51,356 --> 00:15:53,722 to buy Abigail's portion of the café. 313 00:15:53,757 --> 00:15:57,093 I guess I can keep a secret. 314 00:15:57,161 --> 00:15:59,362 Abigail called and told me that was the plan. 315 00:15:59,397 --> 00:16:02,231 Oh. 316 00:16:02,266 --> 00:16:07,703 Minnie, I'm so happy for you. Congratulations. 317 00:16:07,738 --> 00:16:10,239 Thank you. 318 00:16:10,274 --> 00:16:12,041 Now, how many biscuits would you like? 319 00:16:12,076 --> 00:16:13,076 Half a dozen, please. 320 00:16:13,077 --> 00:16:14,077 All right. 321 00:16:27,457 --> 00:16:29,690 - Well, isn't this enchanting. - Yes. 322 00:16:33,296 --> 00:16:35,596 I hope it's all right, I hired Gustave. 323 00:16:35,632 --> 00:16:38,033 Oh, we think it's wonderful. 324 00:16:38,068 --> 00:16:41,602 In fact, we were just coming by to ask you... 325 00:16:41,638 --> 00:16:43,538 Ned, would you like to do the honors? 326 00:16:43,573 --> 00:16:45,440 Oh, why thank you. 327 00:16:45,475 --> 00:16:47,608 Well, we uh, we never quite made it official, 328 00:16:47,644 --> 00:16:50,277 but um, would you consider staying on 329 00:16:50,312 --> 00:16:52,446 in our permanent employ? 330 00:16:55,117 --> 00:16:58,085 I would! Very much! Thank you. 331 00:16:58,120 --> 00:16:59,120 Oh! 332 00:17:01,925 --> 00:17:03,925 - Welcome aboard. - Thank you. 333 00:17:20,008 --> 00:17:22,142 Oh, uh, Mike! 334 00:17:22,178 --> 00:17:23,910 Mike! 335 00:17:23,946 --> 00:17:26,913 I wonder if you and the town council might reconsider 336 00:17:26,949 --> 00:17:29,316 the purchase of an x-ray machine. 337 00:17:29,351 --> 00:17:32,486 An x-ray machine for the town's infirmary, 338 00:17:32,521 --> 00:17:34,621 or for your private practice? 339 00:17:34,656 --> 00:17:37,191 The town will benefit from investing in me. 340 00:17:37,259 --> 00:17:38,792 I don't doubt it. 341 00:17:38,827 --> 00:17:40,660 But the same could be said 342 00:17:40,696 --> 00:17:43,330 for just about every business in town. 343 00:17:45,167 --> 00:17:46,533 I understand. 344 00:17:47,336 --> 00:17:48,336 Faith. 345 00:17:49,604 --> 00:17:52,705 I started working right here at the mercantile 346 00:17:52,773 --> 00:17:54,440 as an assistant shopkeeper, 347 00:17:54,476 --> 00:17:58,344 sweeping up, stocking shelves, closing at night. 348 00:17:58,379 --> 00:18:00,846 My next job, and it was a good one, 349 00:18:00,881 --> 00:18:05,684 was at Coulter Lumber, where Rosemary called me "lumberjack". 350 00:18:05,720 --> 00:18:11,357 And after that, I worked at and eventually ran Gowen Petroleum. 351 00:18:11,392 --> 00:18:13,959 I thought my life couldn't possibly get any better. 352 00:18:13,995 --> 00:18:17,029 Now, I'm the mayor. 353 00:18:17,064 --> 00:18:19,064 You've come a long way. 354 00:18:20,668 --> 00:18:25,470 As much as I want to, I can't offer you any special treatment. 355 00:18:25,506 --> 00:18:30,676 But I know that you can grow your practice on your own, 356 00:18:30,711 --> 00:18:33,345 and the town will still benefit and so will you, 357 00:18:33,380 --> 00:18:36,314 only more so because you'll have invested in yourself 358 00:18:36,350 --> 00:18:38,751 as well as your business. 359 00:18:48,228 --> 00:18:49,695 Oh, hello. 360 00:18:50,731 --> 00:18:52,731 You think Michael likes being mayor? 361 00:18:55,235 --> 00:18:58,736 No. Not yet, at least. 362 00:18:58,772 --> 00:19:02,073 It goes against his sweet and generous nature. 363 00:19:02,108 --> 00:19:04,575 Well, heavy is the head that wears the crown, you see. 364 00:19:04,610 --> 00:19:06,277 Try wearing a crown of laurel. 365 00:19:06,345 --> 00:19:07,611 At least I think that's what this is. 366 00:19:07,681 --> 00:19:09,080 And maybe it's poison ivy? 367 00:19:09,115 --> 00:19:10,614 It could be poison ivy, I don't know. 368 00:19:10,684 --> 00:19:11,684 Trick or treat! 369 00:19:11,685 --> 00:19:12,917 - Oh! - Mmm. 370 00:19:12,952 --> 00:19:15,053 Oh! 371 00:19:15,088 --> 00:19:19,557 Oh, my goodness, no tricks please, just treats. 372 00:19:19,592 --> 00:19:21,693 - One for you. - And don't you kids forget about 373 00:19:21,728 --> 00:19:22,803 the weenie and marshmallow roast, all right? 374 00:19:22,862 --> 00:19:24,062 Thank you! 375 00:19:24,097 --> 00:19:25,529 You're very welcome. 376 00:19:28,033 --> 00:19:29,800 Oh, so cute. 377 00:19:29,868 --> 00:19:30,868 Ok. 378 00:19:34,873 --> 00:19:36,540 Would you like to know what else I think? 379 00:19:36,576 --> 00:19:38,075 If I said no? 380 00:19:38,110 --> 00:19:39,243 I'm going to tell you anyway. 381 00:19:39,278 --> 00:19:42,213 - Mmm. - I think you miss Hickam. 382 00:19:43,816 --> 00:19:46,584 Ever since you wrote that editorial about him. 383 00:19:46,619 --> 00:19:48,085 I was telling the truth. 384 00:19:48,120 --> 00:19:49,886 The truth can hurt. 385 00:19:49,922 --> 00:19:51,088 So it would seem. 386 00:19:51,123 --> 00:19:56,327 But truth spoken, or written, out of love, 387 00:19:56,395 --> 00:19:57,794 well that's entirely different. 388 00:19:59,098 --> 00:20:00,964 Oh, hail Caesar! 389 00:20:00,999 --> 00:20:03,466 Marc Antony, but don't feel bad, nobody gets it right. 390 00:20:03,501 --> 00:20:04,767 Oh. 391 00:20:04,802 --> 00:20:06,269 Look, I think I'm gonna go to the soda fountain 392 00:20:06,304 --> 00:20:08,971 and cry over an egg cream. 393 00:20:09,006 --> 00:20:10,072 - Bye. - Bye. 394 00:20:10,108 --> 00:20:11,108 Mmm-hmm. 395 00:20:13,445 --> 00:20:15,311 You look so gorgeous. 396 00:20:15,347 --> 00:20:17,280 Oh, well, thank you. 397 00:20:18,916 --> 00:20:21,451 I have two trunks full of old costumes that I've collected. 398 00:20:21,486 --> 00:20:23,319 Lee and I could play dress up for months. 399 00:20:23,355 --> 00:20:24,920 Although, I will try and restrain myself 400 00:20:24,956 --> 00:20:26,922 and stick to just the one week. 401 00:20:26,958 --> 00:20:28,023 Mmm-hmm. 402 00:20:28,092 --> 00:20:29,659 Now, I was just on my way to the library 403 00:20:29,694 --> 00:20:30,960 to exchange this book for Jack 404 00:20:30,995 --> 00:20:32,428 but I thought I'd come by to see your costume 405 00:20:32,464 --> 00:20:35,431 and ask if you might run this announcement 406 00:20:35,467 --> 00:20:37,433 for the Thanksgiving dinner in your next edition? 407 00:20:37,469 --> 00:20:41,202 Oh, well, as Cleopatra would decree, let it be done! 408 00:20:48,379 --> 00:20:50,712 Your husband is rather annoying. 409 00:20:50,781 --> 00:20:52,347 You know, he's not my husband. 410 00:20:52,383 --> 00:20:54,048 Well, I don't know what or who he is. 411 00:20:54,117 --> 00:20:55,217 That was you. 412 00:20:55,653 --> 00:20:58,387 Riding into town a few months ago dressed as a man. 413 00:20:58,455 --> 00:21:01,490 A woman's safer traveling that way. 414 00:21:01,525 --> 00:21:02,525 Yeah. 415 00:21:05,162 --> 00:21:06,162 Right. 416 00:21:14,438 --> 00:21:17,806 - Do you blame him? - He doesn't know what happened. 417 00:21:17,841 --> 00:21:20,341 And unfortunately neither do you, 418 00:21:20,376 --> 00:21:22,243 since I never told you the whole story. 419 00:21:22,312 --> 00:21:24,378 Well, thank you. 420 00:21:24,414 --> 00:21:27,348 I will take some blame, a shred, 421 00:21:27,383 --> 00:21:28,749 for not running a record check on you 422 00:21:28,819 --> 00:21:31,419 when you first came to my office. 423 00:21:31,487 --> 00:21:35,489 You trusted me, and I'm sorry I broke that trust. 424 00:21:35,525 --> 00:21:37,706 Well, you can make it up to me and maybe even help yourself 425 00:21:37,707 --> 00:21:40,061 by coming to speak with Geoffrey. 426 00:21:40,096 --> 00:21:43,331 Now, let's get this thing cleared up in short order. 427 00:21:43,366 --> 00:21:46,067 Can I have a moment? 428 00:21:46,102 --> 00:21:50,238 I haven't seen Geoffrey since I left Chicago. 429 00:21:50,273 --> 00:21:51,706 Of course. 430 00:21:51,741 --> 00:21:55,442 I have something to take care of down the street but I'll be back. 431 00:22:03,300 --> 00:22:04,350 Big breath. 432 00:22:10,191 --> 00:22:11,191 And again. 433 00:22:14,761 --> 00:22:15,761 I'm sure this is nothing. 434 00:22:15,762 --> 00:22:16,762 Shush. 435 00:22:17,865 --> 00:22:20,432 I am sending you to Union City for a chest x-ray. 436 00:22:20,467 --> 00:22:22,935 April Fool's. No, thank you. 437 00:22:22,970 --> 00:22:24,703 No, no kidding. 438 00:22:24,738 --> 00:22:27,239 You've got wheezing and a slight stridor on your right side. 439 00:22:27,274 --> 00:22:29,708 - What? - This could be the start of pneumonia. 440 00:22:29,743 --> 00:22:31,443 That would account for your shortness of breath. 441 00:22:31,478 --> 00:22:35,280 Molly, thank you, but don't try to help, ok? 442 00:22:35,316 --> 00:22:39,284 And Faith, could you just write me a prescription, please? 443 00:22:39,320 --> 00:22:41,553 Go see Dr. Terry. 444 00:22:41,588 --> 00:22:44,889 - You'll like him. - I'm not looking for a friend. 445 00:22:44,924 --> 00:22:46,924 Would you talk to him, please? 446 00:22:51,264 --> 00:22:53,898 - Your health... - Aah. 447 00:22:53,933 --> 00:22:56,934 Bill. Please. 448 00:22:56,970 --> 00:22:59,270 For me. 449 00:23:02,008 --> 00:23:03,842 Yeah, maybe. 450 00:23:33,973 --> 00:23:35,506 - Elizabeth. - Hi. 451 00:23:35,541 --> 00:23:37,141 How about that driving lesson now? 452 00:23:37,176 --> 00:23:38,176 Now? 453 00:23:38,211 --> 00:23:39,610 Well, it's better than later. 454 00:23:39,645 --> 00:23:42,280 Of course, but is there a reason for the sudden urgency? 455 00:23:42,315 --> 00:23:44,615 - Is everything all right with Newt? - No, no, Newt's fine. 456 00:23:44,650 --> 00:23:46,683 It's just, with everything going on, 457 00:23:46,719 --> 00:23:48,118 I can't put this off any longer. 458 00:23:48,153 --> 00:23:51,988 I'll just ask Lucas if I can borrow the car and I'll swing by. 459 00:23:52,024 --> 00:23:53,224 Great. 460 00:23:56,161 --> 00:23:58,061 Sedimentary Rocks and Minerals? 461 00:23:58,130 --> 00:24:00,030 You know, I picked out The Magic of Oz, 462 00:24:00,065 --> 00:24:01,231 but for whatever reason 463 00:24:01,300 --> 00:24:03,700 Jack likes it when we read about rocks. 464 00:24:03,736 --> 00:24:04,835 Well, hm... 465 00:24:04,870 --> 00:24:07,304 Anyway, meet you by the saloon? 466 00:24:07,339 --> 00:24:09,339 Yeah, yeah. 467 00:24:11,243 --> 00:24:14,478 And if it be your will for us to buy into this café 468 00:24:14,513 --> 00:24:20,483 then we'll do our best to honor you here, Lord. 469 00:24:20,518 --> 00:24:21,518 Amen. 470 00:24:23,187 --> 00:24:24,187 Yes. 471 00:24:25,523 --> 00:24:26,989 I just want to tell Anna we're leaving. 472 00:24:27,024 --> 00:24:29,024 Oh, she heard you the first two times. 473 00:24:32,196 --> 00:24:36,398 Minnie, you and I come from two very different families. 474 00:24:36,434 --> 00:24:38,734 Not that yours didn't work just as hard as mine, 475 00:24:38,770 --> 00:24:43,172 but back in St. Louis your folks were well-respected, 476 00:24:43,207 --> 00:24:45,240 and we've seen, not here in Hope Valley, 477 00:24:45,276 --> 00:24:46,742 but in other places, that people don't- 478 00:24:46,778 --> 00:24:52,778 I know what you're saying, and everything will be fine. 479 00:24:57,455 --> 00:25:01,357 All right. Let's get to Buxton. 480 00:25:01,392 --> 00:25:04,360 We don't want that bank to close on us. 481 00:25:04,395 --> 00:25:05,395 All right. 482 00:25:09,633 --> 00:25:12,468 Miss Mei? Have you seen my dad? 483 00:25:12,536 --> 00:25:14,603 He's not at the jail. 484 00:25:14,638 --> 00:25:16,772 No. Sorry, I haven't. 485 00:25:17,808 --> 00:25:19,076 Can I talk to you? 486 00:25:20,411 --> 00:25:21,411 Sure. 487 00:25:26,984 --> 00:25:30,284 My dad thinks Robert and I should just be friends. 488 00:25:30,320 --> 00:25:32,153 I think so, too. 489 00:25:32,222 --> 00:25:35,256 But what if Robert and Angela don't think that? 490 00:25:35,291 --> 00:25:37,592 What do I do then? 491 00:25:37,628 --> 00:25:40,362 You stand up for yourself. Just be yourself. 492 00:25:40,797 --> 00:25:44,300 - Even if I'm afraid to? - Even if you're afraid to. 493 00:25:44,935 --> 00:25:46,369 What's the worst that can happen? 494 00:25:48,005 --> 00:25:49,738 I end up without him. 495 00:25:52,609 --> 00:25:54,142 I don't wanna be with him. 496 00:25:54,177 --> 00:25:56,444 It's like you said in the beauty salon. 497 00:25:56,479 --> 00:25:59,814 I'm perfect just the way I am. 498 00:26:02,953 --> 00:26:04,318 Thank you, Miss Mei. 499 00:26:04,354 --> 00:26:07,455 No, thank you, Allie. 500 00:26:39,455 --> 00:26:41,722 - Mr. Bouchard. - Robert. 501 00:26:41,791 --> 00:26:43,724 - What is it? - A game. 502 00:26:43,793 --> 00:26:45,358 This is a bagatelle pinball machine. 503 00:26:45,394 --> 00:26:46,827 Well, how do you play? 504 00:26:46,862 --> 00:26:50,064 Well, crank this, the ball comes out, 505 00:26:50,132 --> 00:26:51,832 pull the lever back, let go. 506 00:26:53,235 --> 00:26:55,235 And wherever the ball lands. 507 00:26:58,040 --> 00:26:59,506 - That's super. - Mmm-hmm. 508 00:26:59,541 --> 00:27:01,809 - Oh. - Thank you. 509 00:27:01,844 --> 00:27:03,376 Have a go. 510 00:27:04,914 --> 00:27:06,914 - Mr. Bouchard? - Yes? 511 00:27:06,983 --> 00:27:08,048 Can I ask you something? 512 00:27:08,084 --> 00:27:10,350 Of course, what about? 513 00:27:10,385 --> 00:27:11,584 About girls. 514 00:27:13,722 --> 00:27:15,488 Are you sure you don't wanna play pinball? 515 00:27:15,523 --> 00:27:17,724 No, that's ok. 516 00:27:17,759 --> 00:27:23,329 Uh, when did you first, you know, go together? 517 00:27:23,364 --> 00:27:25,531 Uh, Robert, don't you have to finish 518 00:27:25,566 --> 00:27:27,033 the rest of your deliveries? 519 00:27:27,068 --> 00:27:30,069 No, I made sure you were my last stop. 520 00:27:30,105 --> 00:27:31,105 Oh. 521 00:27:31,106 --> 00:27:32,505 What I mean is, 522 00:27:32,540 --> 00:27:35,875 when did you and Mrs. Thornton first begin courting? 523 00:27:35,910 --> 00:27:37,409 Well, Mrs. Thornton and I have known each other 524 00:27:37,445 --> 00:27:39,345 a little over three years, 525 00:27:39,380 --> 00:27:42,849 but I wouldn't say we started courting until just recently. 526 00:27:42,884 --> 00:27:43,884 I see. 527 00:27:45,120 --> 00:27:48,386 Do you think it'll feel like a long time for me? 528 00:27:48,421 --> 00:27:50,221 Before I court? 529 00:27:50,257 --> 00:27:53,125 I think the time will fly right by. 530 00:27:56,596 --> 00:27:58,930 Thanks, Mr. Bouchard. 531 00:27:58,966 --> 00:27:59,966 Mmm-hmm. 532 00:28:08,042 --> 00:28:09,908 Now, before even entering the automobile, 533 00:28:09,943 --> 00:28:12,378 - take the time to check... - What does this button do? 534 00:28:15,215 --> 00:28:16,914 Are you paying attention? 535 00:28:16,949 --> 00:28:18,550 Yeah. 536 00:28:18,585 --> 00:28:20,084 As I was saying, 537 00:28:20,119 --> 00:28:23,221 take the time to check your vehicle and the surroundings. 538 00:28:23,256 --> 00:28:24,789 Are your tires fully inflated? 539 00:28:24,824 --> 00:28:27,659 Is there anything, or anyone, blocking your path? 540 00:28:27,727 --> 00:28:30,928 When do we start... going? When do we drive? 541 00:28:30,963 --> 00:28:33,665 Nathan, if I'm going to teach you how to drive 542 00:28:33,733 --> 00:28:37,101 I'm going to do it the way my father taught me. 543 00:28:38,638 --> 00:28:41,839 Upon entering the vehicle make sure you're comfortable. 544 00:28:41,908 --> 00:28:43,973 Orient yourself with your controls. 545 00:28:44,009 --> 00:28:47,077 Briefly, steering wheel, brakes, very important, of course, 546 00:28:47,112 --> 00:28:49,314 throttle, spark arrester... 547 00:28:50,649 --> 00:28:52,148 Nathan. 548 00:28:52,184 --> 00:28:57,621 Would you mind terribly if Lucas taught me how to drive? 549 00:28:57,656 --> 00:28:59,823 - Not at all. - Thank you for understanding. 550 00:28:59,858 --> 00:29:01,592 Of course. 551 00:29:01,627 --> 00:29:03,860 You know, maybe it was a good thing 552 00:29:03,929 --> 00:29:05,929 that you and I never got together. 553 00:29:07,866 --> 00:29:08,866 Maybe. 554 00:29:15,241 --> 00:29:17,100 I talked to the police in Chicago. 555 00:29:17,745 --> 00:29:20,112 Deputy Chief, in fact. 556 00:29:20,147 --> 00:29:22,748 He sent a man over to the clerk of courts. 557 00:29:22,783 --> 00:29:27,385 Now, Mei, they found a marriage license with your signature on it 558 00:29:27,421 --> 00:29:29,221 just the way Geoffrey's been claiming. 559 00:29:29,256 --> 00:29:31,790 I told you, he's made up everything. 560 00:29:33,494 --> 00:29:34,494 What're you talking about? 561 00:29:34,495 --> 00:29:35,495 Be quiet! 562 00:29:37,431 --> 00:29:39,064 Now, I've been holding him on assault charges 563 00:29:39,100 --> 00:29:40,565 because he punched me in my office 564 00:29:40,601 --> 00:29:42,801 with no witnesses present. 565 00:29:42,837 --> 00:29:46,238 I have no choice but to let him go. I'm sorry. 566 00:29:46,273 --> 00:29:49,574 Bill. What am I going to do? 567 00:29:49,610 --> 00:29:51,976 Nathan and I will look out for your safety, 568 00:29:52,012 --> 00:29:53,945 but the rest is up to you. 569 00:30:02,689 --> 00:30:04,456 Mei! Mei! 570 00:30:04,791 --> 00:30:06,458 If you'd allow me to explain. 571 00:30:06,493 --> 00:30:07,692 Geoffrey, you couldn't possibly explain. 572 00:30:07,761 --> 00:30:09,461 Just give me a moment, that's all. 573 00:30:09,496 --> 00:30:11,095 You accused me of things I didn't do and now... 574 00:30:11,131 --> 00:30:13,365 I had to find you! You know how I feel about you. 575 00:30:13,433 --> 00:30:15,500 Mei, listen. You need to come back to Chicago. 576 00:30:15,536 --> 00:30:17,802 I don't know how you knew I was here but I'm not leaving! 577 00:30:17,837 --> 00:30:19,970 I made mistakes. I took you for granted. 578 00:30:20,005 --> 00:30:22,173 Mei, please! Wait! 579 00:30:22,708 --> 00:30:24,007 Goodbye, Geoffrey! 580 00:30:47,667 --> 00:30:51,367 I'm glad you've decided to start celebrating Hanukkah again. 581 00:30:51,403 --> 00:30:55,871 Irene and I used to do it every year with Katie and she loved it. 582 00:30:55,907 --> 00:30:58,174 And after Irene died, 583 00:30:58,210 --> 00:31:01,977 for some reason, I don't know, I just stopped. 584 00:31:02,013 --> 00:31:03,546 Thank you for encouraging me. 585 00:31:03,582 --> 00:31:07,016 Ned, if something is important to you, it's important to me. 586 00:31:09,053 --> 00:31:12,422 Florence, I was hoping to post some flyers 587 00:31:12,490 --> 00:31:15,057 inviting anyone interested, 588 00:31:15,093 --> 00:31:19,596 but the only spot I could find to celebrate is the saloon. 589 00:31:19,664 --> 00:31:22,732 I wouldn't want anyone feeling I'm being disrespectful. 590 00:31:22,767 --> 00:31:23,999 People know your heart. 591 00:31:24,035 --> 00:31:27,103 I'm sure that people would love to come. 592 00:31:27,171 --> 00:31:30,072 Oh, you make up those flyers and I will help post them. 593 00:31:30,108 --> 00:31:32,041 Oh, this is gonna be so fun. 594 00:31:37,715 --> 00:31:39,215 Lee, Rosemary. 595 00:31:39,250 --> 00:31:41,350 Back so soon? 596 00:31:41,385 --> 00:31:42,885 Thanks for letting us use your car. 597 00:31:42,920 --> 00:31:43,920 Break down? 598 00:31:43,955 --> 00:31:46,789 No, we made it to Buxton just fine. 599 00:31:46,858 --> 00:31:49,258 When we got inside the bank that things didn't go so well. 600 00:31:51,695 --> 00:31:53,528 They wouldn't give us the loan. 601 00:31:54,565 --> 00:31:56,265 I don't understand. 602 00:32:02,406 --> 00:32:04,105 Joseph, I'm so sorry. 603 00:32:07,110 --> 00:32:08,410 Bye, now. 604 00:32:13,284 --> 00:32:14,916 This is just awful, Lee. 605 00:32:14,951 --> 00:32:16,652 I don't believe this. 606 00:32:19,823 --> 00:32:22,658 Florence, can you get me my banker in Buxton, please? 607 00:32:22,726 --> 00:32:24,726 I'm assuming you're ok if we cover the Canfield loan? 608 00:32:24,762 --> 00:32:26,628 Without hesitation. 609 00:32:26,664 --> 00:32:27,896 But Lee, don't you think 610 00:32:27,931 --> 00:32:29,798 you should speak with him about it first? 611 00:32:29,833 --> 00:32:32,233 No. He's never gonna accept the help. 612 00:32:32,269 --> 00:32:33,601 Well, exactly. 613 00:32:33,636 --> 00:32:36,337 Now, I know that you are well-meaning, sweetheart, 614 00:32:36,406 --> 00:32:40,675 but this is the type of wonderful gesture that could backfire. 615 00:32:40,743 --> 00:32:43,011 Ok, fine. I'll make sure he doesn't find out. 616 00:32:43,079 --> 00:32:45,613 But Joseph is my friend, sweetheart. 617 00:32:45,648 --> 00:32:47,581 And since I've been doing all this work here at the paper 618 00:32:47,617 --> 00:32:49,017 he has covered everything for me at the mill 619 00:32:49,085 --> 00:32:50,952 and he hasn't complained, not once. 620 00:32:50,987 --> 00:32:53,922 Colby, yes. Leland Coulter calling. 621 00:32:53,957 --> 00:32:56,257 Yes, he just left here. I know. 622 00:32:59,262 --> 00:33:01,796 Colby, listen very carefully. 623 00:33:01,832 --> 00:33:04,998 They either get the loan without knowing we'll cover it 624 00:33:05,034 --> 00:33:06,867 or I'm pulling all of my business from your bank. 625 00:33:06,936 --> 00:33:09,169 Do you understand me? 626 00:33:09,205 --> 00:33:11,372 I've never been more serious. 627 00:33:19,515 --> 00:33:20,715 Ready to go? 628 00:33:23,052 --> 00:33:25,653 I assume Elizabeth at least showed you how to start this thing, 629 00:33:25,688 --> 00:33:27,822 so why don't we give it a whirl? 630 00:33:36,531 --> 00:33:41,902 Someone came into town yesterday claiming to be Mei's husband. 631 00:33:41,971 --> 00:33:43,470 Who? 632 00:33:45,407 --> 00:33:49,676 I don't know. But he's from Chicago. 633 00:33:49,711 --> 00:33:53,680 Do you think that Mei might really be married? 634 00:33:55,084 --> 00:33:56,084 No. 635 00:33:57,719 --> 00:33:59,186 It's just we've spent so much time together, 636 00:33:59,221 --> 00:34:00,854 the fact that she hasn't mentioned anything 637 00:34:00,890 --> 00:34:03,523 just makes me feel like... 638 00:34:03,558 --> 00:34:07,027 After everything that happened with Elizabeth, 639 00:34:07,062 --> 00:34:10,697 maybe you're once bitten twice shy. 640 00:34:10,732 --> 00:34:13,732 If I were you I wouldn't walk away without asking Mei. 641 00:34:24,913 --> 00:34:27,746 Thanks for the driving lesson, Lucas. 642 00:34:29,350 --> 00:34:30,682 You know, if you actually 643 00:34:30,718 --> 00:34:32,518 ever wanna learn how to drive you just reach out. 644 00:34:32,553 --> 00:34:33,786 Appreciate it. 645 00:34:37,926 --> 00:34:41,961 Anna, thank you for coming. Are you finished at the café? 646 00:34:42,030 --> 00:34:46,031 No, but I wanted to talk to you and I couldn't wait any longer. 647 00:34:46,066 --> 00:34:48,066 Why don't you have a seat? 648 00:34:52,640 --> 00:34:56,942 My mother got a better job in Bellingham so we're moving. 649 00:34:56,977 --> 00:35:00,779 Oh, Anna, I'll miss you. 650 00:35:00,815 --> 00:35:03,115 But, you know, the Coulter's niece lives in Bellingham 651 00:35:03,116 --> 00:35:05,951 - and I bet... - I'd rather stay here. 652 00:35:05,986 --> 00:35:07,653 I understand. 653 00:35:07,721 --> 00:35:10,121 But moving to new places and meeting new people, 654 00:35:10,157 --> 00:35:12,991 - it can be one of the best things... - I know. 655 00:35:13,060 --> 00:35:15,894 You taught us not to be afraid that way, and I'm not. 656 00:35:15,930 --> 00:35:18,163 Oh, Anna. 657 00:35:18,231 --> 00:35:20,064 You were one of the youngest students in my class 658 00:35:20,099 --> 00:35:22,132 when I first arrived. 659 00:35:22,168 --> 00:35:28,168 So friendly and playful. Always dancing around. 660 00:35:28,240 --> 00:35:31,676 It's been a privilege watching you become 661 00:35:31,744 --> 00:35:33,410 this remarkable young woman 662 00:35:33,446 --> 00:35:36,013 and I just know you have a bright future ahead. 663 00:35:36,082 --> 00:35:38,148 Eventually I wanna go off to college 664 00:35:38,184 --> 00:35:41,686 when I earn enough money, that's why I took the job at the café. 665 00:35:41,754 --> 00:35:44,789 But I'm not ready to leave Hope Valley just yet 666 00:35:44,824 --> 00:35:48,192 and I'd like to stay until I am. 667 00:35:48,260 --> 00:35:50,260 You'd rather stay here on your own, 668 00:35:50,296 --> 00:35:51,462 taking care of yourself? 669 00:35:51,498 --> 00:35:53,965 I can do it, I know I can. 670 00:35:54,000 --> 00:35:56,000 You've inspired me, Mrs. Thornton. 671 00:35:58,671 --> 00:36:00,303 Well, I think it's wonderful that you know 672 00:36:00,338 --> 00:36:03,373 you have so many possibilities available to you. 673 00:36:03,441 --> 00:36:05,842 Will you help me? 674 00:36:05,878 --> 00:36:08,212 I don't know how I can, but I'll try. 675 00:36:11,984 --> 00:36:12,984 Oh. 676 00:36:18,575 --> 00:36:21,877 Hanukah is called the festival of lights 677 00:36:21,912 --> 00:36:26,348 and it celebrates the rededication of the ancient temple in Jerusalem 678 00:36:26,383 --> 00:36:28,650 when oil to light the lamp, 679 00:36:28,685 --> 00:36:32,487 which should have only lasted one night, lasted for eight. 680 00:36:32,522 --> 00:36:35,423 Now, the candle that we use to light the other eight candles, 681 00:36:35,492 --> 00:36:39,327 one for each night, is called the shammash. 682 00:36:39,363 --> 00:36:41,830 Opal, would you light the first candle 683 00:36:41,866 --> 00:36:43,866 celebrating our first night? 684 00:36:49,272 --> 00:36:50,437 Even a little light 685 00:36:50,506 --> 00:36:53,274 shines the brightest when things are darkest. 686 00:36:56,179 --> 00:36:59,113 And you're all gonna see that later. 687 00:36:59,182 --> 00:37:01,348 But first, head to the soda fountain 688 00:37:01,384 --> 00:37:02,950 for some pumpkin ice cream. 689 00:37:03,019 --> 00:37:04,219 Really? 690 00:37:04,260 --> 00:37:05,260 Thanks! 691 00:37:08,958 --> 00:37:11,259 - Rosemary, Lee. - Hey, you two. 692 00:37:11,395 --> 00:37:12,627 We got the loan. 693 00:37:12,662 --> 00:37:15,997 - Really?! That's fantastic! - Well, congratulations! 694 00:37:16,032 --> 00:37:17,832 The bank called to say they hadn't taken into account 695 00:37:17,868 --> 00:37:19,868 how fast Hope Valley is growing, 696 00:37:19,903 --> 00:37:22,370 making the café more valuable than they estimated. 697 00:37:22,406 --> 00:37:24,838 I knew everything was gonna be all right. 698 00:37:24,874 --> 00:37:26,807 I'm so happy for you. 699 00:37:26,942 --> 00:37:29,342 Listen, Joseph, I know that I've been spending a lot of time 700 00:37:29,411 --> 00:37:32,345 at the newspaper and you have had to work twice as hard, 701 00:37:32,414 --> 00:37:34,948 but I want you to know how much I appreciate it. 702 00:37:34,984 --> 00:37:36,984 I really do. Thank you. 703 00:37:37,920 --> 00:37:39,753 What do you say we uh, go and see 704 00:37:39,788 --> 00:37:41,454 if we can get everything together for the bonfire, huh? 705 00:37:41,490 --> 00:37:43,036 - It would be my pleasure. - Ok, let's go. 706 00:37:43,037 --> 00:37:44,350 - Mmm-hmm. - Bye, ladies. 707 00:37:44,351 --> 00:37:45,792 Bye. 708 00:37:45,828 --> 00:37:47,828 So, I have so much... 709 00:37:48,964 --> 00:37:50,931 Penny for your thoughts? 710 00:37:50,966 --> 00:37:53,000 I think our relationship is worth a little more than that, 711 00:37:53,035 --> 00:37:55,201 but yes, of course. 712 00:37:55,270 --> 00:37:57,538 So, here are my two cents. 713 00:37:59,107 --> 00:38:02,174 If fear is a person's only motivation in life 714 00:38:02,209 --> 00:38:07,780 then they won't move forward, they won't accomplish anything. 715 00:38:07,815 --> 00:38:10,716 I couldn't be any more thankful that I ventured out on my own 716 00:38:10,785 --> 00:38:12,284 from Hamilton all those years ago 717 00:38:12,319 --> 00:38:18,319 and became far less fearful... about everything. 718 00:38:18,826 --> 00:38:23,863 And now I feel as though I could do almost anything. 719 00:38:25,833 --> 00:38:27,833 Even more so with you. 720 00:38:29,904 --> 00:38:33,172 Thank you for always being so supportive. 721 00:38:41,382 --> 00:38:42,814 Thanks, Gustave. 722 00:38:50,237 --> 00:38:53,738 I have to say, I am quite enjoying myself. 723 00:38:53,774 --> 00:38:54,939 Me too. 724 00:38:54,975 --> 00:38:58,409 I have to admit Michael has done a good job. 725 00:38:58,444 --> 00:39:00,478 Hope Valley Days was a huge success. 726 00:39:00,513 --> 00:39:02,647 Well, they're not over yet. 727 00:39:02,683 --> 00:39:04,983 Please say no more costumes. Please say no more costumes. 728 00:39:05,018 --> 00:39:06,918 Oh, I won't spoil anything. 729 00:39:06,953 --> 00:39:09,320 Just you wait and see what I have planned. 730 00:39:14,027 --> 00:39:15,660 Thanks for helping take this down. 731 00:39:15,696 --> 00:39:17,796 It was overdue in my opinion. 732 00:39:17,831 --> 00:39:18,831 Congratulations. 733 00:39:25,537 --> 00:39:27,971 Mike. Just in time. 734 00:39:28,007 --> 00:39:29,840 For? 735 00:39:29,875 --> 00:39:33,010 If I'm gonna step out on my own I have to go all the way. 736 00:39:33,045 --> 00:39:38,182 Can't rely on anyone. Not even the town. 737 00:39:38,217 --> 00:39:39,983 I'm not sure I would have come to this decision 738 00:39:40,019 --> 00:39:42,485 if it weren't for your encouragement. 739 00:39:46,391 --> 00:39:47,391 Oh! 740 00:39:58,370 --> 00:40:01,037 - The fire alarm! - No, it's just Florence. 741 00:40:01,072 --> 00:40:04,507 Oh. I knew that. I... I knew that. 742 00:40:04,543 --> 00:40:05,842 All right, children, gather 'round. 743 00:40:05,877 --> 00:40:08,311 We have a special treat in store. 744 00:40:08,347 --> 00:40:09,979 Remember what I said about a little lights 745 00:40:10,014 --> 00:40:12,515 shining brightest when things are darkest? 746 00:40:12,551 --> 00:40:15,585 Well, it's time to find out just how true that is. 747 00:40:15,654 --> 00:40:19,222 There you are. Here you go. 748 00:40:19,258 --> 00:40:20,823 There's just enough chill in the air 749 00:40:20,859 --> 00:40:23,393 to remind us that autumn is at the door. 750 00:40:25,597 --> 00:40:27,597 Have you ever considered a fall wedding? 751 00:40:29,735 --> 00:40:32,368 Just curious. That's all. 752 00:40:35,206 --> 00:40:37,506 I can't say that I have. 753 00:40:37,541 --> 00:40:38,775 Hm. 754 00:40:38,843 --> 00:40:42,945 Have you ever considered a spring wedding? 755 00:40:43,014 --> 00:40:44,014 Ah... 756 00:40:46,384 --> 00:40:48,084 It really was a beautiful night, 757 00:40:48,119 --> 00:40:49,919 and for the first time in a while 758 00:40:49,954 --> 00:40:52,288 everything that seemed to need our attention 759 00:40:52,356 --> 00:40:56,793 that had occupied all our days, was set to the side. 760 00:40:56,861 --> 00:40:59,028 And in their place instead 761 00:40:59,063 --> 00:41:01,730 were those things that are surely more precious, 762 00:41:01,766 --> 00:41:04,466 simple pleasures such as hot cocoa, 763 00:41:04,535 --> 00:41:10,105 toasted marshmallows, and a roaring bonfire. 764 00:41:10,140 --> 00:41:14,876 That night we realized our town could shine brighter than ever. 765 00:41:14,912 --> 00:41:16,244 And for now, 766 00:41:16,379 --> 00:41:20,481 Hope Valley Days were still here helping remind us. 767 00:41:25,460 --> 00:41:26,725 I just heard that Mei Sou... 768 00:41:26,727 --> 00:41:28,402 Is married? Possibly. 769 00:41:28,403 --> 00:41:29,403 Good morning. 770 00:41:29,404 --> 00:41:30,729 - Morning. - Hello. 771 00:41:30,731 --> 00:41:32,131 Next Sunday... 772 00:41:32,133 --> 00:41:34,269 If he's not your husband, who is he? 773 00:41:34,270 --> 00:41:36,201 People care about you, Nathan. 774 00:41:36,203 --> 00:41:37,935 And it seems as though you care about Mei. 775 00:41:38,007 --> 00:41:40,007 Whenever possible, we should stand up 776 00:41:40,009 --> 00:41:41,710 for what we know is right. 777 00:41:41,712 --> 00:41:44,379 Constable, I would like to have Mei arrested. 778 00:41:45,649 --> 00:41:46,981 Nathan, what's going on? 779 00:41:46,983 --> 00:41:48,216 I'm taking Mei into custody. 780 00:41:48,218 --> 00:41:50,642 An all-new "When Calls the Heart," 781 00:41:50,643 --> 00:41:51,643 next Sunday night at 8.