Cider and Sunsets

Perfect.

Marley, that was amazing.

You did it again.

Okay, next time I'm cooking.

Who fancies waffles?

Oh, please. I'm sure whatever you cook

Grant thinks is out of this world.

He's so sweet.

Why can't we find a guy like that?

Well, for one thing,

all the guys in my line of work are already taken.

Such is the life of a proposal planner.

Speaking of which, Lara, did you see Marley's

latest proposal video on YouTube?

I think it has over three million views.

Yes, I love the part at the beginning.

The look on her face.

He had to move in closer because she just froze in shock.

Now, if only I could see my sis in a video like that.

I'm not looking!

When it's my time.

You have to make time.

You're so focused on creating romance for others

that you're not even invested in your own love life!

Well...

What's that reaction?

Look at Lara!

What?

She wasn't looking!

And Grant is completely besotted with her.

Our dogs ran into each other at the dog park,

their leashes got twisted and the rest is history.

Yeah. Exactly.

This last year has been...

I can't even describe it.

I love this.

What?

Just us, here, after all this time.

Cheers.

Cheers!

Morning, Courtney.

You wanted to see me?

Another great job, Marley.

But if the rumors are true,

it's one of your last with Premier Engagements?

I know Big Picture Proposals

have contacted you with an offer.

Well, I haven't really had time to consider it.

And I... I wouldn't just--

I think you're ready for partnership.

We both know... I can't afford to lose you.

And, as your next job is going to be your toughest,

well, if you can pull it off,

there's no one I would rather go into business with.

Yes! I'm ready.

I mean, I... I think that I'm ready.

Thank you, Courtney. I'm so excited.

I already have so many ideas...

Wait, why is it gonna be so tough?

For one, you don't have much time.

And your client should be here any minute.

Grant?

Hey, Marley.

Hey! What are you doing here?

Are you my next client?

Yeah.

Oh! Amazing!

Lara is gonna flip!

I can't believe it.

We were just having dinner last night.

You're her best friend, Marley.

And I know you're the only one for the job.

You gotta help me out.

I have no clue what I'm doing.

Okay. My boss says we need to speed it along?

Well, our first anniversary is coming up

and I know I'm not the most romantic guy,

but I want to do it before then.

She'll never expect it.

I don't want to wait to start the rest of our lives together.

Aw, that's really beautiful.

So do you have any ideas?

Every time I come up with something...

I panic, you know?

She's been planning her perfect wedding

since she was a little girl.

Yeah.

How do I live up to that?

I don't want to let her down.

Huh.

Uh... hm.

Okay. What about recreating a childhood dream?

Go back to the farm she grew up on

in Ohio before she moved here as a teen.

Something personal. Sentimental.

- That's awesome! - Yeah?

Oh, I love it!

Please, can you do that for me?

I promise I'll do everything I can

to make this the best proposal ever.

And together we'll create something better

than she could have ever imagined.

So you better find that perfect ring while I go back

to Little Brook to set everything up.

We don't have time to lose!

Okay, yes.

Little Brook.

It's good to be back.

- Marley?! - Surprise!

Oh, it certainly is!

What brings you here? Is your mom with you?

No, no, she's in L.A.

Stuck into her next big building development.

Always the overachiever, just like you.

Aw, your Nana Patti would be so proud.

Thank you.

Mom sends her love.

But I'm actually here for work.

Oh, well, I don't think there's much

in the way of investment firms here in Little Brook.

I took a bit of a career detour.

Oh! That sounds exciting.

I can't wait to hear all about it.

But, first, you look hungry.

What can I get you?

I've been craving

one of your peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

On French toast?

With a lime soda on the side, please,

for take-out.

What a day!

It'll just be a second!

PBJ on French toast and a lime soda!

- Thank you. - That's me.

Oh, I'm sorry, honey.

Curt here put his order in first.

Who would've have thought, what are the chances?

Same order, same time.

You chose this, too?

Yes, yes I did.

I guess we both have great taste in food.

Well, I have been told I have a very refined palate.

Please, no, you take it. I can wait.

Oh, no. That's very sweet of you

but I'm not going to steal your food.

No, no, no. I insist.

It's how my mom raised me.

Okay.

Good mom.

Thank you, um...?

Oh, it's Curt.

Curt. I'm Marley.

So what brings you to Little Brook?

Is it that obvious I'm from out of town?

You tend to know everyone from here.

It's not exactly a tourist hot spot.

Well, I used to come to Little Brook as a kid.

My grandparents lived here nearly 20 years ago.

They would take me to this café all the time.

Yvonne and her husband, Peter, are close friends.

More like family.

So I'm staying at the Little Brook hotel

while I take a trip down memory lane.

You are not! You are staying with us.

Besides, it's our turn to host.

Are you sure? I just showed up.

Of course, it would be our pleasure.

You remember the way?

Uh huh. Thank you.

Well, I better get going 'cause I have a sandwich to eat. So...

Enjoy.

So good. Totally worth the wait.

So I'll be seeing you around?

Yeah, if all goes well, then you'll be seeing me around.

Miss Marley Kennedy!

Oh! Yvonne told me the good news.

Oh, it's been far too long!

Oh, well, nearly six years, actually.

I moved back to Chicago after college... for work.

Oh, yeah, Yvonne said that you're here on business.

I hope that doesn't mean we won't be seeing much of you.

What are you up to?

I plan proposals, engagements.

I'm actually planning one

at Lara Ashcroft's old family home.

Oh, the Richards' new residence.

New?

Well, Mr. Richards' senior

bought it from the Ashcrofts about 15 years ago

when they made the switch to city living

and went to move into your neighborhood.

And the Richards are still considered

new blood around here.

Really?

No. I'm joking.

We're not that antiquated.

But it is run by his son, Richards Junior now.

Hey, how is Lara?

Last time I saw her she was all braids and braces.

She's good. Of course she has no idea I'm here.