First Lady

Once upon a time there was a love lady,

who reigned in the kingdom of the United States.

Well, not really reigned,

but it opened a door from her past.

Oh dear, there is so much to tell in this story.

I know, let's all watch the movie together!

Gerard, you are using the gold tapers in there?

Yes.

And we do need the red wine glasses as well.

Yes ma'am.

This isn't awkward.

I know, we were doing it today

because of the dinner tonight.

Can we just uninvite them?

That is not an option.

Channing, do you have the latest list?

Do you want the pre Carrington list or the post?

Oh, we have a post?

Or is that just wishful thinking?

The name tag is backwards.

Oh great, Preston's here.

I guess they really are coming.

Assume you heard the announcement.

Just think, all this will be under my control

in just a few short months.

In your dreams.

I want Mallory next to Kate,

and we'll put Carol on the other side of the president.

And I want a date with Denzel Washington.

He's married.

See how impossible life is?

Mm-hmm (AFFIRMATIVE).

Besides, we already have them at the kiddie table.

Oh.

Touch one card on that table and I will break your wrist.

Sahara Club next to Offshore Drilling.

You wanna start a food fight?

What did I just tell you?

Now, back away from the table.

Mrs. Morales, I would like you to meet Chantelle Lumonet.

Bonjour.

And the publisher of Royalty magazine, Elise Dubois.

Enchante, and right on time.

Shall we get started?

Ladies.

Channing, do you have the latest menu and wine pairing?

I'm working on it.

And your dress is in the ante room,

and hair and makeup are ready, so, let's go.

Perfect, George, salad fork missing.

Thank you, Frankie.

No matter how early I get up, you're already at it.

El Presidente!

Good morning, Rolly.

Good morning, sir.

Morning, Frank.

Good morning, Mr. President.

Hey, how was the dinner?

The most peace we've had in four years.

It was wonderful.

Well, get ready for another four,

and this one's gonna be a bruiser.

Looks like it.

Oh, did you hear about Carrington?

That would actually be fun.

Oh, beautiful, yeah.

Hello sweetheart.

Ooh.

Yeah, yeah, we heard.

I'm still processing the info.

Yeah, no, we'll talk after this.

Mm-hmm (AFFIRMATIVE), hey, how did you dodge this bullet?

See you later.

CNN wants a quote from you about Mallory Carrington.

Oh, what do I know that they don't?

That she's married to Harold,

who's just thrown his hat in the ring for president.

You know what they want.

They aren't gonna get it.

I'm thrilled for the Carringtons, I wish them the best.

Is there a barf bag in the room?

Yeah, and thank god you're not wearing that dress,

I saw the way Julie's smelling it.

They also wanna know if they're still invited

to the dinner tonight.

Ah, seriously?

Yes.

The barbarians are at the gate.

Just wing it, you'll be fine.

I'm off my leash?

You are.

Fantastic.

The ambassador's wife is here.

Oh great, yeah.

Mallory Carrington is on the phone.

What should I tell her?

Oh, that's a loaded question.

Find out what she wants to hear and tell her that.

She wants to hear it from you.

I'm sorry, here.

Mallory!

I was delighted to hear Harold's throwing his hat

in the ring for president.

Oh, come on Kate, you can do better than that.

I'm sincerely thrilled

that Harold will be representing

your party's nomination for president.

I can't think of a more fascinating candidate.

Well, you can't possibly be happy about the influence

that I have over the millennials.

Face it, Kate, it's a new day in America.

Yes Mallory, it's always a new day in America.

Every 24 hours.

Hmm.

Okay, can you lift your face

more towards the light?

You gave up teaching for this?

Mm-hmm (AFFIRMATIVE).

Professor Kathryn Morales on the cover of Royalty.

Do I look silly?

Yes.

Okay, just one or two more, okay?

And yeah, that's a wrap.

- Thank you. - Great, thank you.

Let's go.

Okay, that ate into the humanitarian award,

which is now butting up against literacy speech,

- so we have to get going. - Okay.

The mics are in the office, the car is waiting outside.

Baily, do you have her purse?

I've got it.

Great, let's go.

Wait, we have to get the dress off!

Oh, right!

Here are the notes for the interview.

Ah, leave the talking points for Mallory,

in case she's the next First Lady.

If I don't know who I am by now,

it's too late to figure it out.

Hello, I'm Kathryn Morales, my friends call me Kate.

Have you seen Kate?

I need to find her.

We have at least three more meetings today.

Mrs. Morales, Mrs. Morales.

Yes?

The president is asking for you.

He's not feeling well.

Why didn't someone call me?

Well, we tried to call your cell, but it was cut off.

I'm surrounded by people with cells that are on.

Okay, I understand and I can take you to him right now.

Okay.

Okay.

Oh my gosh, Alex.

Someone get the doctor, now!

Go get the doctor, go get the doctor!

Oh my gosh.

You're gonna be fine, doctor's on his way.

It's gonna be fine.

Where's the doctor?

Make way, gentlemen.

You'll be just fine, okay?

I'm here Kate, I'm here.

You'll be okay, Mr. President.

What are you feeling?

Can't breathe.

Okay, just stay calm, stay calm.

You're gonna be okay.

They said they'll need to rob Peter to pay Paul.

You're in good shape.

They'll find good arteries, I'm sure.

I'm sorry, sweetie,

this is the last thing you need on your plate.

You will do anything

to get out of dinner with the Carringtons.

Humor, I like that.

Kate?

Yeah?

Please promise me you'll support Taylor.

He'll need all the help he can get.

Hey, don't worry about that.

You'll be up in no time.

Please, promise me.

Taylor's like a son.

Yes, yes, of course, I promise.

You know I've got your back.

But sweetheart, don't talk like that,

you're gonna be just fine.

Alex?

Alex!

Stand back!

Move, clear the way!

Make way for the vice president, clear the way.

Raise your right hand and repeat after me.

I, Taylor Brooks, do solemnly swear.

I, Taylor Brooks, do solemnly swear.