Witness for the Prosecution

Of course, I remember.

I was in the middle of preparing Christmas Eve dinner.

My daughter and her husband were coming over at 6:00...

and the latest she would ever be was on time.

It was 5:15.

I know it was 5:15 because I'd just set the timer on the oven...

and the phone rang.

It was him...

my son-in-law.

I knew something was wrong.

I just knew it.

The People call as its next witness...

Amber Frey.

Raise your right hand.

Place your left hand on the Bible.

Do you solemnly state that the evidence that you will give in this matter...

will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth?

- Yes. - Be seated.

State and spell your name for the record.

Amber Frey.

A-M-B-E-R F-R-E-Y.

Mr. Harris.

Thank you.

Ms Frey, I'd like to begin by...

taking you back to November 20th, 2002...

when you were getting ready to go out on a blind date with someone.

- What was that person's name? - Scott Peterson.

Could you speak up a little, please?

Scott Peterson.

This person you know as Scott Peterson...

do you see him here in the courtroom today?

- Yes. - Could you point to that person?

And what did you say about me?

- That you're pretty and a good person. - And he seemed like a good guy?

He asked me if I knew anyone who might be interested...

in a committed relationship...

and I thought about you, of course.

I so don't know why I let you do this.

Because you've kissed way too many frogs and it's time for you...

- to meet your Prince Charming. - Oh, please.

No, I mean it.

If it weren't for Jim, I would've jumped this guy myself.

He's got no kids. He's never been married. He makes a good living.

- And you know what he asked me? - What?

Do you think there is a special someone that you are meant to be with forever?

Stop it. Did he really say that?

Because I'm so not into something casual right now.

Amber, breathe.

Thanks.

Okay, sweetie. Say bye to Mummy.

- I love you so much. Bye! - Bye.

- Amber? - Scott?

Carol lied. She said you were pretty, you're beautiful.

- Hi. - Hi.

- Nice to meet you. - You, too.

- So tonight, would you like sushi? - I'd love it.

Great.

Can I ask you a huge favor? I've been in this suit all day.

Would you mind if we went back to my hotel...

so I could check-in and shower and change?

Don't worry, I'm a gentleman. I promise. Ask my mother.

Wait, do you wanna... Do you wanna call her?

So Carol says you're a massage therapist. That tells me you're gifted.

- I don't know about that. - Well, never underestimate yourself.

Carol says you're a fertilizer salesman.

Is that, like, manure?

- I'm sorry, is that like... - No, no, no. It's manure.

- And I spread it all over the world. - Wow.

I rep a European company that's looking to expand.

I'll be in Alaska for Thanksgiving, fishing.

And then it's off to Paris for New Year's, which is great.

When I get nervous I talk too much...

- and I'm talking too much, right? - Not at all.

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

See? I'm still... I'm still talking. I'm gonna stop now.

Ta-da!

Not my usual five-star fare, of course. But...

- this should make up for it. - Wow.

- What are you doing? - Writing today's date. I keep corks.

A souvenir of a special occasion.

Well, I see plenty of corks to come.

Wait.

Goodness. A man who plans ahead.

A toast. To wishes coming true.

Well, I'm gonna take that shower.

- Okay. - I'll be right back.

So even though my parents got divorced when I was five...

- Thank you. - Thank you.

They got into a custody fight when I was 12...

and I was sent to some mediator, and I was told to choose between them.

But I was, like, a kid, and I couldn't choose between them.

So guess what the mediator did? He chose for me.

And I was sent to live with my mum.

Now I'm the one that's talking too much, right?

I like listening to you.

And then after my internship, I was referred to this chiropractor.

He gave me my first professional gig.

So here I am, ready to start my own business.

How do you do it?

You know, put yourself through school, build a business...

raise a child on your own...

and still look drop-dead gorgeous?

Smooth-talker.

You're dangerous.

Ayiana is the bright spot in my life, my blessing.

- And her dad? - My prayer for him...

is that one day he has the chance to experience...

even a taste of the joy I get to have with her everyday.

- You pray? - I do.

I prefer to make things happen instead of asking someone else.

Scott, you have a lot to learn about prayer.

I have a lot more to learn about you.

Do you like to sing?

No more will you cry

Baby I will hurt you never

We start and end as one

In love forever

We can ride it together

Making love with each other

Islands in the stream

That is what we are

No one in between

How can we be wrong

Sail away with me

To another world

Can I kiss you?

I don't know if I'm ready to be with you tonight.

I don't know if I'm ready to be with you tonight.

Well, you're in no condition to drive home.

That's a very good point.

- Hello. - Hey.

Well, someone had a good time.

You have no idea.

I'll be home before Ayiana wakes up, okay?

Okay.

- Carol. - What?

Thank you so much.

Do I know how to call them or what?

- Bye. - Bye.

Wow. Looks can be so deceiving.

For such a tiny thing you are strong.

- Too much pressure? - No.

God never gives us more than we can take.

Okay, I don't care what God says, but that's too much.

Thanks. Come on in, Arlene.

I'll be just a sec.

- She is great. - Don't I know it.

Hello.

Is there any way I can persuade you not to move?

My patients sure love your massages.

Come on, Dave. We've talked about this.

I just think it's time to, you know, venture out on my own.

Okay. Wouldn't be much of a friend if I held you back, right?

- Thanks, Maureen. - Thanks, I'll see you soon.

Okay.

You have one unheard message.

It's Scott, and I'm kicking myself.

I wish I could see you at least once more before my trip to Alaska.

And when I get back, maybe we'll go on a hike. What do you think?

One...

two, three!

And the big one!

Follow me. I'm the Papa Bear.

- She doesn't like to be tickled. - Sorry, Mama Bear.

So was it cold in Alaska?

It was beautiful.

You know, you didn't call me on Thanksgiving.

I tried a bunch of times. My cell didn't work up there.

How come I only have your cell number?

- You should give me your home. - Sweetie, I'm never home.

- Besides, you only gave me your cell. - It's the only phone I've got.

She snores, just like her mum.

I think I really like you.

I know I really like you.

Then you need to know something.

Trust is so important to me. I've been so hurt in the past.

I want you to trust me.

Can I trust you with my heart?

You already know the answer.

Hi, Carol, what's up?

Tell me I did not set my best friend up on a date with a married man!

What?

I just got off the phone with a guy, says he knows you...

says you live in Modesto, and you're married!

- Look, Carol, I... - You bastard!

I am gonna kick your ass! How could you do this?

How could you do that to Amber?

You know how many times she's been hurt!

Scott? Are you there?

What is going on?

I'm sorry. I'm...

I'm sorry I lied to you. It's just...

Carol...

I lost my wife...

and it's been really hard for me.

I haven't fully dealt with it yet. I...

- Oh, my God, I had no idea. - Don't tell Amber.

I'm so sorry.

I beg you. I really care for her. I don't wanna screw this up.

Carol, I swear to you. I just wanna tell her in person.