Chasing Life

Previously on Chasing Life.

But you and I are actually committing to

spend the rest of our lives,

potentially the very few days we have left,

tied down to another person.

Are you sure it's not a big deal that Graham's coming to the wedding?

It wouldn't hurt to have a hot guy

on my arm to show that warby-Parker bespectacled pescatarian

that I have moved on.

I'm still in love with her, and I do want her back.

Leo!

Can I take you out for an official thank-you lunch?

Now's not really a good time.

Looks like I'm going to be busy for a while.

When you hold onto Leo Hendrie's hand,

you hold onto life itself.

He lives every moment with passion,

and infects the world with joy.

Ooh, maybe not the word "infect."

Not that everyone won't already be thinking about sickness.

I mean, hello.

I should avoid making anyone think about cancer,

even though cancer did bring us together.

Maybe that's a weird way to look at it.

I need a new verb.

- (Gasps) - Not to startle you, but...

You've got the lead role in this production.

Get that bridal butt up here!

Sorry!

Have I mentioned how great it is that you're here?

It's so great that you're here.

You've got fans.

Your girls do wonders for my ego.

I'm just sorry Mae couldn't make it.

Well, she'll be here tomorrow.

This way I get a little alone time with the Carver women.

After the music and the readings,

we'll move onto the vows.

You've written your own, correct?

Yes, and they're gonna blow your mind.

However awesome you think the Bible is...

And I know you think it's awesome,

but these are gonna be even awesomer.

Pretty confident, are we?

Oh no, I'm not... I'm not talking about mine. I'm taking about yours.

She's a professional writer.

Make sure you have plenty of tissue in the seats,

because tomorrow, her vows

are going to destroy.

Oh, this rehearsal dinner needs an after-party.

- I'm putting you in charge. - (Gasps)

I'm the queen of after-parties. Perfect.

Nat and I can throw something together at our place.

What were you thinking?

Oh, nothing too adulty.

Hmm.

I'll shoot a text to everyone I know who doesn't have a mortgage.

Leo: So, you guys said you wanted to talk to me about something?

It's all preliminary, but I told your father

what an asset you'd be.

I'm sorry, an asset for...

What, exactly?

A new philanthropic element

to our company...

A community outreach

and activism division.

Oh, right, okay, and you need me

to come up with a sexier name

for it, is that it?

Don't drown the moment in sarcasm, Leo.

Your father wants you to run the whole division.

I've seen your Robin-hood sensibilities up close.

You've touched a lot of lives, son.

What would I be doing, exactly?

Shaping the department, how it operates.

I'd be proud to have you on our team.

So, think about it

and get back to me or my assistant

when you've made your decision.

- So, are you gonna take it? - I don't know.

I mean, I can hardly say the words "Hendrie affiliated"

without throwing up in my mouth a little bit.

- (Groans) - It's hard to argue with bile.

It could be a great opportunity, though.

Your last job was in Paris,

waking up at 2:00 A.M. to roll croissants.

Oh, it's actually pronounced "kwa-sans."

Oh, I'm so sorry.

But you loved that bakery job.

Do you really want to put a suit and tie on every day

and call your dad "boss"?

There are definitely pros and cons.

But... think about it for a while. There's no rush.

- Yeah. - It is ridiculous

how many more responsibilities

maids of honor have than best men.

I'm sure Frankie's doing a lot for Leo, too, honey.

She told me most of her job tomorrow

is to make sure that Leo wears socks.

Hey, you were dad's best man, right?

Yeah, but it was a... Unique situation.

How was it unique?

Lots of best men are brothers of the groom.

You’ve kept it a secret

her whole life for some reason.

What harm could it do?

It's really not that big a deal.

When I was younger, before I even met your father,

George and I dated.

- Seriously? - Mmm. (Chuckles)

I swear, this family belongs on Game of Thrones.

Well, it was so long ago, and...

It didn't work out, then your mother met Thomas.

So it only happened that one time, right?

Wait! No, no! Never mind!

I actually... I want zero details

about my mom and uncle's sex lives.

I'm just trying to be open with you.

Well, that was way too open.

You need to close it back up.

You know what'll help, hey?

Watching Eaten Alive with me one last time.

Stop saying, "one last time."

It's depressing.

That's right.

Emma's going away for a few months.

So, how are you doing

with so much change so quickly?

Does this answer your question?

Well, you... If you ever need me,

I'm here for you.

Thank you, George.

That means more to me than you probably realize.

- (Laughing) - All right, don't shoot the messenger,

- but it's 11:30. - (Rock music playing)

- Ohh... - Yeah.

All right. Well...

Go back to our places and get our beauty sleep.

You guys keep drinking, though.

Drink until you hear semi-sonic.

- That's what I always say. - (Laughs)

Are you guys doing the whole not seeing each other until the "wedding march" thing?

Oh my God. The next time you two see each other,

you're gonna be bride and groom! Oh, I love that.

All right. Leo, since I am your D.D.,

I'd better "D" you home.

Okay. You know what that means.

Oh, we have to make this kiss last until tomorrow.

- (Both moan) - Let the man breathe, April.

- (Laughter) - Ahem! Okay.

- Bye. - Bye.

- See ya. - Bye.

April, did you know you have a little rash on your shoulder blade?

Oh yeah, I saw it yesterday.

It's a potential side effect of the clinical trial,

so of course one shows up now.

But at least it's... Is that Graham?

- Anyone without a mortgage. - (Chuckles)

- Hey, Graham. - Hello... everyone.

I'm sorry I'm a little late.

But I brought your gift a little early.

- Oh. A mortar and pestle. - Now your homemade hummus

will be as authentic as possible.

No more machine-ground chickpeas for you.

-(Both laugh) -It's just what I've always wanted.

So, is Dominic coming tonight?

I've been trying to catch up with him,

but I feel like my texts are going to a black hole.

Yeah, I don't... I don't know what's going on with that guy.

He's a mystery wrapped in an enigma

wrapped in a Henley, am I right?

Yeah, he's a question mark.

Well, if you need me, I'll be drinking on the other side of the apartment.

(April knocks on door) Dominic?

Dominic, I can hear your music through the door.

Hey, come on in.

- Hey. - Hey.

Oh my God, your eye!

What happened?

Oh, it's nothing. I went on a bike ride this morning,

and you know those lampposts by the Bunker Hill Monument?

- I clipped one. - You clipped a lamppost?

Yeah, I know, it's embarrassing.

I'm sorry I couldn't make it to your party, by the way.

I've been under a rock lately between the book and The Post.

- It's all piling up. - I get it.

Just wanted to make sure you were all right.

You didn't have to come check on me the night before your wedding.

Yes, I did. Looking around the party tonight

and not seeing you there made me,

realize something about you and me.

You're one of the most important people in my life.

And I think we should be there for each other's milestones,

especially now that you and Leo are becoming friends.

Now that you bring it up...

I'm really sorry, but I can't make it tomorrow either.

Nina needs the first two chapters on Monday, and...

I just don't have time to go to social events right now.

"Social event."

Well, you'll be missed.