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00:00:00Fashionistas and trendsetters polish up your stilettos and bring out your finest couture
00:00:11because Fashion Week is officially four weeks away and we have some tea to spill.
00:00:16Rumor has it former queen of designer footwear Delaney Diaz is vying to regain her throne.
00:00:22But after Delaney's public stumble from high fashion, she's gonna need to put her best
00:00:27foot forward.
00:00:28Let's make her break time.
00:00:29Will Delaney rule the runways again or be destined for the walk of shame?
00:00:33Stay tuned.
00:00:34Wow, Addy, looks like a whole new shoe.
00:00:51Oh, Mr. Simmons likes to stand out.
00:00:54Just because he works in construction doesn't mean he can't be stylish.
00:00:57They have so many great designs.
00:00:58I bet if we tried, we could make some of these right here in the shop.
00:01:02We're barely keeping up with repairs.
00:01:04Besides, I doubt Mr. Simmons is in the market for kitten heels.
00:01:08She's down.
00:01:09You sing my little angel to sleep.
00:01:11Your little angel thinks that I need a vocal coach.
00:01:14In five months, her father will be on leave and he can take over the lullaby duties.
00:01:18Well, I have been trying to teach your thumbs down.
00:01:20Oh, thank you so much for that.
00:01:22Yeah, she's really got the spirit of it for sure.
00:01:25By the way, you're going to be singing my praises pretty soon.
00:01:28I got you a job.
00:01:31Another one?
00:01:32I still have to stuff goody bags for Ruby's birthday party.
00:01:34No, no, no, no.
00:01:35I met this lady, Janice, at Mommy and Me class and she works in HR at Delaney Diaz.
00:01:42She said that there's an opening at the front desk.
00:01:44Wait, the Delaney Diaz?
00:01:45I don't get the excitement about her.
00:01:48Dad, she is a pioneer in women's designer footwear.
00:01:52Look at this ad.
00:01:55Crystal shoes are practical.
00:01:56No, that's not the point.
00:01:59It shows that artistry and new ideas can emerge in unexpected places.
00:02:03A Diaz is one of a kind.
00:02:05Apparently, Mrs. Hollingsworth said the same thing when she dropped off her Diazes.
00:02:09Where?
00:02:10And, let me guess, she asked for Addi specifically?
00:02:14She's our number one customer for a reason.
00:02:16I can't believe how much money she makes buying these old designer shoes and having you to
00:02:19restore them.
00:02:22Look at this iconic shoe.
00:02:24Suede insoles creates a luxurious foot pad.
00:02:29She was at the top of her game when these came out.
00:02:31Was is the key word, though.
00:02:33She's traded style for sellability with her new stuff.
00:02:37Too much success can ruin a brand.
00:02:39I still think she's brilliant.
00:02:41I think your designs are better.
00:02:42Listen, it's just a receptionist job for now, but it's also a foot in the door.
00:02:47You know, maybe you could show her your designs.
00:02:49It would be cool to meet her.
00:02:51Now think about it.
00:02:53Can't.
00:02:54I already told her that you would be perfect for the job, so she wants to interview you
00:02:58tomorrow.
00:02:59Claudia, no.
00:03:00I mean, what about the shop?
00:03:02Dad and I have got the shop.
00:03:04It's Manhattan.
00:03:05It's really far away.
00:03:06Dad, what do you think?
00:03:07I want my daughters to follow their dreams.
00:03:08What are you doing?
00:03:09Get out of here.
00:03:18Okay.
00:03:44And another one bites the dust.
00:03:47Picking up or dropping off?
00:03:49I'm here for Janice.
00:03:50I'm interviewing for the receptionist job.
00:03:52Oh, thank the good Lord.
00:03:53You're hired.
00:03:54Sit, Thomas.
00:03:55You must be Addie Connors.
00:03:56Claudia's sister?
00:03:57Yes.
00:03:58Well, you came at the perfect time.
00:03:59We have a more pressing position that just opened.
00:04:01Oh, no, she can't.
00:04:03Look at her outfit.
00:04:05She's not ready.
00:04:06Ignore him.
00:04:07Thomas is filling in.
00:04:08He's our floater.
00:04:09Actually, I'm her assistant.
00:04:10Floater's below my pay grade.
00:04:11Thank you for your service.
00:04:12Come on, Addie.
00:04:13Let's go chat.
00:04:17Delaney Diaz, please hold.
00:04:18I'm not going to sugarcoat it, Addie.
00:04:20This place is not for the weak.
00:04:21I hope you know how to juggle.
00:04:22Oh, I'm a good multitasker.
00:04:23I answer the phones at my father's shop
00:04:25while working the register.
00:04:26How are you with people?
00:04:27Delaney is, let's say, particular.
00:04:29Oh.
00:04:30People always say I'm cheerful.
00:04:32Could be worse, I guess.
00:04:34This is our main design area.
00:04:36Wow.
00:04:38This is a dream.
00:04:40I cannot believe I am standing where
00:04:42Delaney Diaz's shoes are made.
00:04:44It used to be made.
00:04:45We don't do couture anymore.
00:04:46I mean, our designers have everything within reach
00:04:48to test fabrics, stitching, color combos.
00:04:51But we send out their designs for samples to be made.
00:04:55This was Delaney's assistant's desk.
00:04:58Ugh.
00:04:59She didn't even take her personals.
00:05:00The tantrum I saw earlier?
00:05:02Kendra.
00:05:03I knew she wouldn't last long.
00:05:04She cried on day two.
00:05:05How long did she work here?
00:05:06Three weeks.
00:05:07Better than most.
00:05:08It's the fifth assistant we've lost this year.
00:05:10Janice, uh, payroll needs to speak with you ASAP.
00:05:13Kendra's seeking psychological damages.
00:05:15Not another one.
00:05:16Okay, Delaney has a meeting in 15 minutes.
00:05:18Thomas, we need to clear this before she sees it.
00:05:20Can you?
00:05:21Sure.
00:05:22Oh, what's that?
00:05:23I think my phone's ringing and a delivery's here
00:05:27and the lobby's on fire.
00:05:32I'll get it.
00:05:33You are a savior.
00:05:34The kitchen is through there.
00:05:35Come to reception when you're done, but be quick.
00:05:38Delaney will lose her mind if she sees you in those flats.
00:05:46Okay.
00:05:58Oh, no.
00:06:01I am so sorry.
00:06:02It's okay.
00:06:03I didn't see you come out.
00:06:05You know what?
00:06:06I can fix this.
00:06:07Come with me.
00:06:13Okay, take your shoes off.
00:06:14Why do I feel like I'm getting mugged?
00:06:17Call the fashion police because I'm saving both our jobs.
00:06:20Delaney cannot see coffee stained shoes on the floor.
00:06:23Are you a new designer?
00:06:24Me? Oh, no.
00:06:25I applied for the receptionist job.
00:06:45I made them two-tone so that they'd have a little bit more flair.
00:06:50I like them.
00:06:51I actually love them.
00:06:58Oh.
00:07:00Oh.
00:07:02Sorry.
00:07:03I was just trying to put them over there.
00:07:05Yeah.
00:07:08Addy, Connors.
00:07:09Austin, Strickland.
00:07:12I'm impressed.
00:07:13You're kind of like a rebel.
00:07:15Busting into the design studio like that.
00:07:17I like to think of myself as a creative problem solver.
00:07:21What were you doing over there?
00:07:23Oh, Delaney's assistant quit.
00:07:25I was helping clean up her stuff.
00:07:27How long have you worked here for?
00:07:28Oh, I've known these offices since I could walk.
00:07:31Well, now you can walk around the offices in custom shoes.
00:07:34Maybe you'll get a raise.
00:07:36Maybe you will.
00:07:37Come with me.
00:07:38Um, I actually have to meet with Janice to finish my interview.
00:07:41Oh, trust me.
00:07:42I have someone you need to meet.
00:07:49Wow.
00:07:55Is this your office?
00:07:57No.
00:07:59It's Delaney's.
00:08:01Uh, are you sure we can be in here?
00:08:03Oh, relax.
00:08:04Embrace your rebellious side.
00:08:05It's more fun that way.
00:08:06But she has a meeting right now.
00:08:07What if they catch us?
00:08:09I know.
00:08:10Now it's with me and you.
00:08:13Delaney!
00:08:16You look ravishing today.
00:08:20I don't succumb to flattery.
00:08:21You know that.
00:08:22Yeah.
00:08:23Who is this?
00:08:24Why is she in my office?
00:08:25I would like for you to meet your new assistant.
00:08:27Addie Connors.
00:08:29What happened at Kipper?
00:08:30Uh, Kipper?
00:08:31Kendra!
00:08:32Yeah, no, she left.
00:08:34Weekly.
00:08:35Okay.
00:08:36We have about a month until fashion week.
00:08:38You need someone reliable.
00:08:41Mrs. Reliable?
00:08:42Mm-hmm.
00:08:43Have you seen her shoes?
00:08:44Have you seen mine?
00:08:48Where did you get those?
00:08:49Five minutes ago.
00:08:50Here.
00:08:51Thanks to Addie Connors.
00:08:54You smile a lot.
00:08:55Yeah.
00:08:56Well, how could I not?
00:08:57I am standing in front of Delaney freaking Diaz.
00:09:00I mean, come on.
00:09:02Okay, you can go now.
00:09:04Before you call security on me, I just have to say,
00:09:06I think you're a genius.
00:09:07A legend in footwear.
00:09:09Wearing your shoes is like putting your best foot forward.
00:09:15Uh, anyway, that's all.
00:09:18It's been an honor.
00:09:20And love your office.
00:09:23It's good.
00:09:27Yeah.
00:09:29Yeah, listen, hear me out.
00:09:31She's filled with potential.
00:09:39It's not the end of the world.
00:09:40You still have a job here.
00:09:42Ugh.
00:09:43I just shouldn't have gone.
00:09:45Delaney Diaz is a star.
00:09:47Light years away from someone like me.
00:09:49I mean, look at my shoes.
00:09:51They don't belong in Manhattan.
00:09:53I just shouldn't have turned into a crazed fangirl
00:09:57and completely embarrassed myself.
00:09:59At least you didn't ask for an autograph.
00:10:01Did you?
00:10:11What?
00:10:12Did they send you a restraining order?
00:10:16I got the job on a trial basis,
00:10:20but they want me to be Delaney Diaz's assistant.
00:10:24Ah!
00:10:40Good morning, new girl.
00:10:42I see you're dressed for your funeral.
00:10:43Good thinking ahead.
00:10:44Planning ahead would be getting the mouthy floater
00:10:47you best declare in Connecticut.
00:10:49I like you.
00:10:51Delaney left this for you.
00:10:52Oh.
00:10:55Um, when does she want all this done?
00:10:57I don't want to ask questions.
00:10:59Why not? What happens?
00:11:01Your funeral.
00:11:12Okay, just breathe.
00:11:14You can do this.
00:11:17Go, go.
00:11:19I had a list.
00:11:21I gave it to Addie this morning.
00:11:33Oh, Delaney.
00:11:35Good morning. How are you today?
00:11:37I don't do small talk,
00:11:39especially not before I've had my ice chai latte.
00:11:41Oh.
00:11:43I don't do small talk,
00:11:45especially not before I've had my ice chai latte.
00:11:49Well.
00:11:51Oh, you want me to speak?
00:11:53Ice chai latte was on the list.
00:11:55Oh, right.
00:11:57I put it right on your desk,
00:11:59and I watered your orchids.
00:12:07Seems you watered the latte as well.
00:12:10Sorry, I can get you another one.
00:12:13And what pre-till have you accomplished today?
00:12:15Where's my dry cleaning?
00:12:17I thought that was a lower priority.
00:12:19I was going to pick that up tomorrow.
00:12:21It was on the list for today.
00:12:23I thought this list was for the week.
00:12:25Well, you thought wrong.
00:12:27Uh, right.
00:12:29I'm on it.
00:12:31And for the food for the meeting,
00:12:33did you...
00:12:35Expect an iced chai latte ten minutes ago?
00:12:37Yes, I did.
00:12:39Of course.
00:12:43Oh.
00:12:51Ooh, Delaney does not like food on the workspace.
00:12:53Great.
00:12:55Another thing I messed up.
00:12:57I have until fashion week to not get fired.
00:12:59I don't think I'm going to make it through this trial period.
00:13:01She already hates me.
00:13:03Just give her a chance.
00:13:05You know, that tough exterior, there's a really good heart.
00:13:07You just got to keep digging.
00:13:09Oh, yeah? With an excavator?
00:13:11Delaney came up in a business dominated by men.
00:13:13She had to be fierce to succeed.
00:13:15You know, you're really good at public relations.
00:13:17And you really do ooze with positivity and charm.
00:13:21So what's your story?
00:13:23How did you see through her tough exterior?
00:13:25Delaney was my mom's best friend.
00:13:27And when my mom passed away,
00:13:29she stuck around.
00:13:31I'm sorry.
00:13:33I lost my mom, too, a few years ago.
00:13:35You really do remember
00:13:37who supports you in that time.
00:13:39So is that why you represent her now?
00:13:41No.
00:13:43My father owns the PR company.
00:13:45And Delaney has been a longtime client.
00:13:47Not without challenges.
00:13:49Especially since she got sued for
00:13:51stealing ideas by her assistant.
00:13:53The guy was disgruntled.
00:13:55It was all false.
00:13:57But the headlines and the rumors remain,
00:13:59which I think is what hardened her a bit.
00:14:01Well, yeah. I can understand why.
00:14:03Yeah, well, I'm trying to get her back to the top,
00:14:05but fashion week is make it or break it for all of us.
00:14:07Oh, is she in trouble?
00:14:09Franco Schuster is attempting a hostile buyout.
00:14:11He wants to use her label as his discount brand.
00:14:13If I don't get any buyers
00:14:15on this runway show I'm part of,
00:14:17she's going to be forced to sell.
00:14:19That would ruin her legacy.
00:14:23You think more like Delaney than you know.
00:14:27I knew sticking my neck out for you would pay off.
00:14:29Hold on.
00:14:35What?
00:14:37These are supposed to attract buyers?
00:14:39The meeting's in a few minutes.
00:14:41Don't blame me. I'm just a pretty face.
00:14:45You're not putting on me just yet, are you?
00:14:47No, never.
00:14:49Just give me a few seconds.
00:14:51Perfect.
00:14:53Hurry. Delaney's within striking distance.
00:14:55Okay, grab the numbers.
00:14:57Okay.
00:14:59Here we go.
00:15:01It's here, here, here.
00:15:03Yeah, that looks great.
00:15:05Okay, perfect.
00:15:07That's great.
00:15:09Everything is ready for the buyers' meeting.
00:15:13Not bad, right?
00:15:15Adequate, finally.
00:15:19Please.
00:15:21After you, have a seat.
00:15:27Thanks, everyone. Shall we get started?
00:15:31Now, as you can see,
00:15:33we've done the pump in a very classic style.
00:15:35This holds a wide appeal, I think,
00:15:37to your clientele,
00:15:39and I think it's a great idea
00:15:41for you to be a part of.
00:15:43This holds a wide appeal, I think,
00:15:45to your clientele. We can do that
00:15:47in a variety of colors.
00:15:49The boot we've done in this beautiful calf skin.
00:15:51Again, a very familiar design
00:15:53to help move volume.
00:15:55The boots? I'll take as many units
00:15:57as the manufacturer can produce
00:15:59before next season.
00:16:01Excellent. I will have the team get on that right away.
00:16:03If I may, Renee,
00:16:05just the boots?
00:16:07At this price, how can I refuse?
00:16:13My apologies.
00:16:15There appears to be a little misprint.
00:16:17I am so sorry.
00:16:19I didn't realize
00:16:21that the numbers corresponded with the prices.
00:16:23Well, Renee, we won't waste any more
00:16:25of your precious time.
00:16:27I will personally see to it that you get the correct
00:16:29price list, and we can reconvene
00:16:31at a later date.
00:16:33We're meeting with Franco Chausseur later this week.
00:16:35Are you sure you want to reschedule?
00:16:39I'm sure that you and I can work something out.
00:16:41Why don't we talk a little more in my office?
00:16:43Austin, would you?
00:16:45Right this way.
00:16:51I am so sorry.
00:16:53I was rushing to get things ready, and I wanted to...
00:16:55Excuses, Addie.
00:16:57They're tools of apathy.
00:16:59All they do is ensure that your life remains the same
00:17:01today as it was yesterday.
00:17:03Now, is that what you want for yourself?
00:17:05No.
00:17:11Oh.
00:17:25Hey!
00:17:27What are you doing? I said I would help.
00:17:29Four days ago.
00:17:31Oh, I'm sorry.
00:17:33I am so stressed with this new job.
00:17:35Where's Ruby?
00:17:37With Aunt Carla.
00:17:39She gave me a bunch of nuts and almonds and insisted
00:17:41that I use them in the goodie bags.
00:17:43Oh, well, at least let me help.
00:17:45Oh, how was your first day?
00:17:47Ever heard the saying,
00:17:49never meet your idols?
00:17:51Oh, is she that bad?
00:17:53No, it's me.
00:17:55I'm just not cut out for this job.
00:17:57This world.
00:17:59Hey, you are an incredible designer.
00:18:01This world needs to be cut out for you.
00:18:03I just don't know if I can keep up.
00:18:05Why don't you stick his neck out for me?
00:18:07Um, Austin, he's the PR guy.
00:18:09I ruined his shoes and then I fixed them
00:18:11and he stood up for me with Delaney
00:18:13and got me the job.
00:18:15Wow, real Prince Charming.
00:18:17Is he cute?
00:18:23So what's your move tomorrow, huh?
00:18:25You're gonna stain his shirt
00:18:27and Ruby gets you a raise?
00:18:29Or, better yet, he could take it off for you.
00:18:31Claudia?
00:18:33Yeah, because Scott took his shirt off.
00:18:37No, he works for Delaney.
00:18:39It's too risky.
00:18:41But, you know, this is my one
00:18:43chance to live out my dream
00:18:45and with my idol, no less.
00:18:47I doubt Delaney even wants me back.
00:18:49I'm sure I will get
00:18:51an email from HR any moment.
00:18:53Ah!
00:19:03She wants me to pick up her dry cleaning.
00:19:05See?
00:19:07Mean, pretty women are never stupid.
00:19:09She knows she's got a gem.
00:19:11Oh, stop.
00:19:13Oh, I'm so lucky
00:19:15to have you here for me and Ruby
00:19:17while Scott's away.
00:19:19I'll always be here for you.
00:19:21Both of you.
00:19:23Wait, where are you going?
00:19:25I'm going to read your closet
00:19:27because I need help with my new wardrobe.
00:19:29Not the new one!
00:19:35Oh!
00:19:45Oh!
00:19:47That's mine.
00:19:49Oh.
00:19:51Maybe you need an extra hand.
00:19:53And then some, thank you.
00:19:55Come have a seat with me.
00:19:57I can't let Delaney's ice melt.
00:19:59Right, yeah.
00:20:01Well, I'm going to show you a trick
00:20:03Okay, so what is this trick?
00:20:05Well, all you have to do is
00:20:07grab a batch of fresh ice on your way out.
00:20:09Voila.
00:20:13Oh.
00:20:15That is very clever.
00:20:17I owe you one.
00:20:19I was hoping you'd say that.
00:20:21I'm trying to get Delaney to one of my events.
00:20:23You think you could help me out with that?
00:20:25Me? I can't get her to do anything.
00:20:27You got this.
00:20:29Um,
00:20:31I can try.
00:20:33Oh!
00:20:35No, no, no, allow me.
00:20:37Oh, what is this?
00:20:39That's nothing. It's just a notebook.
00:20:41This was a good campaign.
00:20:43Yeah.
00:20:45I would know, I came up with it.
00:20:47Yeah, when I was in college, my dad invited me to go into one of the marketing meetings.
00:20:49I had the audacity to speak up.
00:20:51They loved it.
00:20:53And that was it.
00:20:55I can't believe that.
00:20:57It was so much, and it was you.
00:20:59Oh, what are these?
00:21:01Oh, they're nothing. They're just sketches.
00:21:03I like to draw when I'm at my dad's shop.
00:21:05It's just a hobby. I'm not a designer or anything.
00:21:07Well, this notebook says otherwise.
00:21:09I am just trying to survive
00:21:11Delaney's shoe empire.
00:21:13Oh, I get that.
00:21:15For now, you might want to tuck this away.
00:21:17I mean, Delaney has some trust issues.
00:21:19She doesn't discuss anything other than with her design team.
00:21:21You should see their contracts.
00:21:23They're ironclad.
00:21:25Promise me one thing.
00:21:27Don't pitch her just yet.
00:21:29Because if you do,
00:21:31we might never work in the city ever again.
00:21:33Oh, yeah.
00:21:35Understood.
00:21:37So what's this event?
00:21:39Technically, it's my dad's event,
00:21:41but I have a few out-of-the-box ideas I want to pitch,
00:21:43which is why I need Delaney.
00:21:45And if you wanted to come by
00:21:47and maybe be her bumper?
00:21:49Her bumper?
00:21:51Yeah.
00:21:53You know, talking to Chad and smiling for cameras.
00:21:55I think I can handle that.
00:21:57Yeah? I really see you with a bulletproof vest
00:21:59and some sunglasses.
00:22:01Well, I admire your unwavering faith in me.
00:22:03I know special when I see it.
00:22:07Um, but in all honesty, though,
00:22:09earn Delaney Diaz's trust
00:22:11and she'll invite you in.
00:22:13And then she'll have you sign a 50-page contract.
00:22:15Easy.
00:22:17Yeah, she doesn't fire me first.
00:22:19Well, make sure that doesn't happen.
00:22:21Okay.
00:22:29No.
00:22:31Walking on glass would be more comfortable.
00:22:33These all tested very well.
00:22:35With who? Someone with hoops?
00:22:39Sorry, is this a medical condition?
00:22:41Hmm?
00:22:43Oh, uh, no, no, no.
00:22:45I just... Sentences, my love, sentences.
00:22:47Well,
00:22:49why not go back to the suede insole?
00:22:51Um, Mrs. Hollingsworth
00:22:53loves the suede insole.
00:22:55She says that it's like walking on air.
00:22:57I'm sorry, who is Mrs. Hollingsworth?
00:22:59Oh, she's a client at my dad's shoe repair shop.
00:23:05What school did you graduate from?
00:23:07Parsons? NYU?
00:23:09Oh, um, none of the above.
00:23:11But I did take courses at community college.
00:23:13I'll let the team go back to the drawing board.
00:23:15Just take out the millennial collection
00:23:17and let's have a look at the suede insole.
00:23:27Have you lost your mind?
00:23:29Because of the insoles?
00:23:31You have me attending an art opening
00:23:33hosted by Robert Strickland.
00:23:35They are notoriously boring.
00:23:37Thank God Austin inherited his mother's creativity.
00:23:39Well, he's invited a lot of press.
00:23:41I think it's a great idea.
00:23:43You do?
00:23:45And how many reporters have tried
00:23:47to mortify you for a clickbait?
00:23:49Well, Morgan Humphries once took a photo
00:23:51of my skirt tucked into my tights
00:23:53and sent it to the entire 10th grade.
00:23:55I was horrified.
00:23:57I even called my dad to come pick me up,
00:23:59but he told me I had to stay and face it.
00:24:01And then Joey Lieberman ended up calling
00:24:03Coach Thomas' mom and everyone forgot about me
00:24:05for the rest of the day.
00:24:07Okay, good.
00:24:09Next time, spare me the details
00:24:11of your painfully tedious memoir.
00:24:15Just cancel.
00:24:17Oh, but Austin would be so disappointed.
00:24:19He has one of his out-of-the-box ideas.
00:24:23His dad's been really hard on him.
00:24:25I know it would mean a lot if you could see it.
00:24:33Austin's father is very hard on him sometimes.
00:24:35All right, I'll make an appearance.
00:24:37Fifteen minutes, no more, but no less.
00:24:39I will let him know.
00:24:41And you will not let any reporters near me.
00:24:43And you will never do that again, please.
00:25:05Addie.
00:25:07What are you doing?
00:25:09Dad was about to call the cops.
00:25:11He thought it was another break-in.
00:25:13I promised I would work on Mrs. Hollingsworth's shoes.
00:25:15I'm so far behind.
00:25:17Well...
00:25:19I can help.
00:25:21Now you're busy enough with Ruby.
00:25:23Exactly.
00:25:25So when I need you to babysit,
00:25:27you're gonna owe me big time.
00:25:29So, I was thinking,
00:25:31popcorn and movies at your place
00:25:33for dinner tomorrow.
00:25:35I actually have an art show I have to go to.
00:25:37Oh, an art show.
00:25:39That's great.
00:25:41So, what are you gonna wear?
00:25:43I don't know. Black, I guess.
00:25:45No.
00:25:51You're gonna wear red.
00:25:53I can't. These are Mrs. Hollingsworth's shoes.
00:25:55I bet if you call her and ask,
00:25:57she will let you borrow them.
00:25:59She adores you.
00:26:01Okay, I will call her and ask.
00:26:05Oh, they are pretty.
00:26:07Mm-hmm.
00:26:31Should we grab a photo on the carpet?
00:26:33If you have to grab for status, Addy,
00:26:35then you don't have any.
00:26:37Where's Austin?
00:26:39I texted him that we were here.
00:26:41He'll probably come find us.
00:26:43Typical Robert Strickland event.
00:26:45I swear I've been in elevators more exciting.
00:26:47Man has not changed in 20 years.
00:26:49Well, Austin says he has something
00:26:51out of the box.
00:26:53Well, time is ticking.
00:26:55Why don't you go get him before I fall asleep?
00:26:57Of course.
00:27:01Austin!
00:27:03Addy, you made it.
00:27:05Yeah.
00:27:07Have you seen Delaney?
00:27:09Yeah, she's here.
00:27:11Oh, she's over there.
00:27:13Is that a smile?
00:27:15Yeah, that is.
00:27:17Betty Badgley from the Ralphs World Foundation.
00:27:19That means we have ten minutes.
00:27:21Come on, I want to show you something.
00:27:23Oh, um...
00:27:31So?
00:27:33What do you think?
00:27:35This is amazing.
00:27:39The iconic crystal shoe.
00:27:41Yeah, I knew you'd appreciate that.
00:27:43You created a very cool vibe.
00:27:45The party should be down here.
00:27:47Yeah, it's the only spot my dad let me have.
00:27:49He probably thought I was going to be out of the way.
00:27:51This is why I need Delaney.
00:27:53Do you think people will follow her down here?
00:27:55Do you think your dad would announce
00:27:57there's a party down here?
00:27:59We don't want people to think Delaney's just running off.
00:28:01Hmm.
00:28:03Um...
00:28:05Have you ever heard of a whisper campaign?
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00:28:59There you are.
00:29:01I hear there's a hot party downstairs.
00:29:03Why are we wasting time up here?
00:29:05Hmm? Shall we?
00:29:07Hmm.
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00:29:11A whisper campaign?
00:29:13That is genius. Where'd you come up with that?
00:29:15I saw it in a movie once.
00:29:17Muppets Take Manhattan.
00:29:19Would've worked.
00:29:21You are full of surprises.
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00:29:35Oh, so beautiful.
00:29:37Your iconic shoe.
00:29:39Well, not quite.
00:29:41But yes, there is some beauty.
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00:29:47Oh, it looks like your father
00:29:49finally found the party.
00:29:51Time to face
00:29:53the music.
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00:29:57How come
00:29:59they don't see eye to eye?
00:30:01After Austin's mother died,
00:30:03Robert threw himself into his work.
00:30:05He just wanted safety and stability.
00:30:07And Austin, you know,
00:30:09is very adventurous and naturally rebellious
00:30:11like his mother. So I think
00:30:13that's a bit hard for Robert. They clash,
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00:31:43Collaboration, Delaney Diaz and Armando Lanz.
00:32:02Only time will tell.
00:32:03That's all I can say for now.
00:32:04Steve Stuckey with the scoop first.
00:32:05Anyways, enjoy the show.
00:32:07Armand, thank you for saving me.
00:32:08You know how these reporters are.
00:32:09Oh, I do understand.
00:32:10Listen, I've got to run.
00:32:11Delaney, it was great seeing you again.
00:32:12And I do love these red shoes.
00:32:13No.
00:32:14Did I miss something good or bad?
00:32:15That has yet to be determined.
00:32:16I am so sorry.
00:32:17I didn't know who he was.
00:32:18I was just trying to get rid of the reporter.
00:32:19Well, congratulations.
00:32:20You're the best reporter I've ever known.
00:32:35Free lunch, offer.
00:32:37Well, congratulations, Adi.
00:32:38You put out a candle with a forest fire.
00:32:39You know what?
00:32:40I think I'm done here.
00:32:41Hold on.
00:32:42One second.
00:32:55Now, everyone's talking
00:32:56about Delaney Diaz.
00:32:57How come you got to a custom reporter?
00:32:59Well, Judge, my darling.
00:33:02I'm going to call your mother, son.
00:33:04You did that? Wow.
00:33:18Yeah, tell that to my dad. He doesn't seem too impressed.
00:33:20Well, you are a creative problem solver. Bravo.
00:33:24Thank you. You want to get out of here?
00:33:28What about the event?
00:33:29Oh, I'm sure my dad has it all under control. Besides, there's something I want to show you.
00:33:33Okay.
00:33:39And so I told him, if you're going to be singing that song, you need to be hitting that note.
00:33:43He loves to sing.
00:33:44He loves to sing? He can't hit that note. Are you cold?
00:33:47A little bit.
00:33:48Okay, here.
00:33:50Oh.
00:33:52Here you go.
00:33:55Can I get your bag?
00:33:57Thanks.
00:33:58Where are you taking me?
00:34:00Well, this is my latest out-of-the-box idea.
00:34:05Wow.
00:34:07The point is to make it rain Delaney Diaz shoes early in the morning to get the buzz in the busiest laneway of the district.
00:34:16Want to try?
00:34:18Uh, is it legal?
00:34:20Legal.
00:34:21Like littering or something?
00:34:23Well, as long as it doesn't touch the ground. Otherwise, I hope you have a good lawyer.
00:34:29Yes!
00:34:31I bet you can't make it to the third line from here.
00:34:34Over there? All right, here we go.
00:34:37Littering! Citizens arrest!
00:34:39You will not catch me!
00:34:40Citizens arrest!
00:34:45I still can't believe you pulled over Armand Delance, the king of handbags himself.
00:34:52I know. I fully expect a melted chai latte dumped over my head in the morning before security escorts me out.
00:35:01Not before she asks you to remove her vintage shoes.
00:35:04Did you know she designed those? Where'd you get them?
00:35:07They're out on loan. I just wanted to fit in with the people at the party.
00:35:12I mean, they're fantastic. Urban chic.
00:35:15Urban chic. I like that.
00:35:18We should use that in the show. Give Delaney Diaz her edge.
00:35:23Hey, how come she doesn't design anymore?
00:35:27Uh, well, I think she lost confidence.
00:35:32The industry doesn't really take her as seriously as they used to.
00:35:37She had a few flops, lost a lot of sales.
00:35:40She needs to transition towards, you know, more basic models for department stores to keep her brand afloat.
00:35:48Is that her idea?
00:35:50It was my dad's, actually. And it worked.
00:35:54I know she wants to go towards high fashion, but she's afraid.
00:35:59Well, she's about to get bought out. Now's the time to take a risk.
00:36:04I couldn't agree more, but we are outnumbered. No one wants to take risks right now.
00:36:09Well, your ideas are great. Social media is going to be buzzing tomorrow morning about the runway, all thanks to you.
00:36:20You should start your own PR firm. Do it your way.
00:36:23Thank you. But my father owns the biggest PR company in all of New York.
00:36:29I mean, I would love to call the shots, but it's a big leap.
00:36:34I wish I could practice what I preach, but I'm still figuring out how or if I have a voice in this industry.
00:36:45I feel kind of lost.
00:36:52Maybe, maybe we all are.
00:37:04All right, last chance.
00:37:07Time to redeem yourself.
00:37:09Okay.
00:37:11You, um, you're going to bust me out of jail if this doesn't work, right?
00:37:16Like, use that arm and throw a grappling hook over the wall or something?
00:37:19Oh, you really need my help.
00:37:22Help me up here.
00:37:27Nice.
00:37:28There we go.
00:37:34I should go.
00:37:38This was really fun, though. Thank you for cheering me up.
00:37:41Thank you. It was.
00:37:44Um, I will, I will get you a cab, and I hope I will see you at work.
00:37:51I really hope so.
00:38:03Bye.
00:38:19Oh, good morning, Delaney.
00:38:21Um, I brought you a little treat.
00:38:23My sister made them.
00:38:24She's serving them at my niece's first birthday party.
00:38:27Sorry, no more of my boring memoir.
00:38:29They're chocolate truffles.
00:38:31Processed sugar, saturated fat. No thanks.
00:38:34Well, I was hoping they could be an olive branch after last night's little mishap.
00:38:38Little mishap?
00:38:40That's what you call yanking a world-renowned handbag designer into your little rescue mission?
00:38:44It will never happen again. I will not let you down.
00:38:47That remains to be seen. Where's my schedule?
00:38:49Oh, it's right here on your computer.
00:38:58I need you to add a lunch for tomorrow.
00:39:00Of course. With whom?
00:39:01Armand Allance. His assistant will be going with details. Make sure you give me enough time.
00:39:06Oh. I mean, oh. I will add it to your calendar.
00:40:00Maddie, are you a fan?
00:40:25I am! Is that a part of her new line?
00:40:29It's the day-to-night pump.
00:40:31So women can go from the office to a cocktail party without changing shoes?
00:40:35I love it. Am I able to see a little bit more of that?
00:40:38Fashion Week will have everything in our show.
00:40:40I look forward to it.
00:40:41Well, I will let you get back to work.
00:40:43Thanks again.
00:40:44Yeah.
00:40:49What did Andrea Walker want?
00:40:51Who?
00:40:52The person you were just talking to. Andrea Walker.
00:40:55Oh, I didn't get her name.
00:40:57She's a big fan of Delaney's.
00:40:58A fan? A fan of a hostile takeover? Maybe she works for Franco Chaucer.
00:41:03What?
00:41:04I can't believe they sent a spy. I mean, they do that. They're sneaky.
00:41:07You didn't say anything, did you?
00:41:09Uh, no, no. I just told her about the show. That's all.
00:41:14Delaney's
00:41:26Dad, you need to give them more air.
00:41:29Well, where's Addie? She's supposed to be helping with Ruby's birthday.
00:41:32You know where.
00:41:34I don't like this.
00:41:35You don't like change.
00:41:36She said she can't even pitch her designs to Delaney's, so what's the point?
00:41:40Well, it's a foot in the door. Plus, I think she has a work crush.
00:41:47Hi. Sorry I'm late.
00:41:50Glad you're here. Claudia hates my balloon technique.
00:41:53Oh, how are things with Mrs. Hollingsworth's shoes? She's coming on Monday.
00:41:57Uh, don't tell me you forgot.
00:42:00No, no, not at all. I'm on it. I'm just, um, prioritizing.
00:42:04Over your biggest customer?
00:42:06What about this morning? Where exactly do we fit on your priority list?
00:42:10It's not like you, Addie.
00:42:12Don't worry, Dad. I'll take care of it. Addie has a lot on her plate.
00:42:16I'm still picking up the cake today.
00:42:23Oh, no.
00:42:24Is something wrong with the cake?
00:42:26No, no. I have to go back into work. There's an emergency meeting.
00:42:30It's Sunday. We have Ruby's party and Sunday dinner. Work can wait.
00:42:34We haven't missed Sunday dinner since Mom died.
00:42:38I am so sorry, but Delaney is having a meltdown about the show.
00:42:43But I promise I will be back for both, and I'll have Aunt Carla pick up the cake, okay?
00:42:48Love you guys!
00:42:51I just need you to look fast.
00:42:53No, but they even have the same seams.
00:42:55It's not about the pants, really.
00:42:56Look at the stitching.
00:42:58I came as fast as I could. What's the big emergency?
00:43:04Franco Chaucer launches heels to take you from the office to a cocktail party.
00:43:09Yeah, that black pump is exactly like us.
00:43:12I know, right?
00:43:13Yeah.
00:43:14And we were going to use it for the big finale in the show. We can't use it at all now.
00:43:17Now it's just gone. Poof.
00:43:18We are going to figure something out.
00:43:20They are clearly trying to sabotage the show to lock in the buyout.
00:43:23They even have a better tagline than we do.
00:43:25Why didn't we come up with that?
00:43:27Fashion Week is two weeks out. This is a massive disaster.
00:43:31Listen, we've come too far to let them win, all right?
00:43:34Okay, message Alexander. Tell him to get the design team together to work on a new finale shoe.
00:43:38Addie, will you order us some food? It's going to be a long night.
00:43:42Oh, um, I kind of have a family commitment.
00:43:46I kind of have a crisis. You wanted a job in fashion, this is the job.
00:43:54I'm sorry.
00:43:55It's okay.
00:43:56It's okay.
00:43:57It's okay.
00:43:58It's okay.
00:43:59It's okay.
00:44:00It's okay.
00:44:01It's okay.
00:44:02It's okay.
00:44:25Who's tapping?
00:44:26Sorry.
00:44:28So what do you think?
00:44:30Nothing speaks to me. Everything seems very basic.
00:44:33These are our last sketches. I can have the team start again tomorrow during work hours.
00:44:38Oh, I'm sorry. Is securing the future of our company a little inconvenient for you, Alexander?
00:44:42Not at all. I'm simply stating the obvious. You've rejected every design we have in the office.
00:44:48Okay. I just need to think. Will you gather all the maybes and I'll look at them later, okay?
00:44:56Okay. So, we both know that the maybes are not going to cut it. Is there anything that we can send the team?
00:45:03I'm sorry. I can't call and give them homework on a Sunday. Tomorrow we can start right away.
00:45:07Okay. We just need to convince her of that.
00:45:12That will take a miracle.
00:45:20Oh, no. No, no, no. She will not listen to me.
00:45:22No, no, no. She will not listen to me.
00:45:23She did about the Suede and Soles.
00:45:25I give her ice chai lattes, not business advice.
00:45:28Just please go talk to her. See where her head's at.
00:45:41I'm thinking.
00:45:43I know. I just wanted to see if you needed anything.
00:45:48A miracle.
00:45:52So many so-called experts and not one worthy shoe. Not one.
00:45:57I think maybe you're looking for an external solution for an internal problem.
00:46:04So, this is my fault now?
00:46:07No, no, no. That's not what I meant.
00:46:10But the brand is called Delaney Diaz for a reason. It was built from you.
00:46:18So, maybe you just need to look within for the answers.
00:46:23Well, I haven't designed in years. Last time I did, it was a total flop.
00:46:27They said I was out of touch.
00:46:30Well, that was then.
00:46:33Truth is, I wasn't even crazy about that black pump.
00:46:37Now, those red shoes that you wore were some of my best work.
00:46:42My favorite collection.
00:46:44Mine, too.
00:46:46Where did you find that inspiration?
00:46:48Well, when I was young, I used to sit on the train and sketch.
00:46:52And I would sketch all the people around me from all walks of life.
00:46:56From punks to power brokers.
00:46:59I loved it. I loved all the bold contrasts.
00:47:03Well, maybe that's your answer.
00:47:05The trains, the power, the boldness, the urban chic.
00:47:12No, that's not what our buyers want.
00:47:14Maybe it's what the people want.
00:47:16People want what the buyers tell them to want.
00:47:19That's how it works. We have to stick to what we know.
00:47:23Call the boys in. I think I need to give the design team a clearer direction for tomorrow.
00:47:31I'm sorry, is there something more important on your phone than my current crisis?
00:47:35Um, well...
00:47:38Addie, prosperity is born of difficult choices.
00:47:43Now, I think you have some talent.
00:47:44But do you have what it takes to be a success?
00:47:49Yes, I do.
00:47:51Good.
00:47:53I'm gonna get back to work.
00:47:55Right away.
00:48:15Dad, you scared me.
00:48:18Likewise. Where were you today?
00:48:21We had a crisis.
00:48:23A crisis? The stock market crashing is a crisis. The tsunami is a crisis.
00:48:28What was so important that you had to miss Ruby's party and Sunday dinner?
00:48:32That's family tradition.
00:48:34A totally new shoe for fashion week?
00:48:37Delaney needed me. I'm sorry I missed everything.
00:48:41Delaney needed me. I'm sorry I missed everything.
00:48:45But, you know, I think I turned a corner with her.
00:48:48She said I have talent.
00:48:50Your sister was very hurt today by your absence.
00:48:54I was hurt.
00:48:56Family comes first in this house.
00:48:59Sunday dinner, it's how we honor your mother.
00:49:03I know.
00:49:05I'm sorry.
00:49:07Life's about balance. This Delaney, does she even care about you?
00:49:09Having to do menial tasks all day?
00:49:12Addie, remember what matters.
00:49:17Now get some sleep.
00:49:19We'll talk more about this in the morning.
00:49:40Hey.
00:49:54You look like The Walking Dead.
00:49:57Thank you for the compliment.
00:49:59Is this about the crisis?
00:50:01How did you hear about that already?
00:50:03Oh.
00:50:05She wants me to go downtown for spices? Come on!
00:50:08Assistant world is a thankless one.
00:50:17Code magma. Major eruption. Evacuate.
00:50:22Okay.
00:50:24You can do this. It's not a big deal. It's just Delaney.
00:50:33Addie? Everything okay?
00:50:35You were going to commit career suicide in the lobby.
00:50:38If you need to take a pause, we can work something out.
00:50:41There's no need to involve Delaney.
00:50:43Involve me how?
00:50:45It's ten days to fashion week. Addie just seems a bit overwhelmed.
00:50:49Nothing to be alarmed about.
00:50:51Is that so?
00:50:53You're here early.
00:50:55Oh, I never left.
00:50:57Oh, look. No latte.
00:50:59Your feelings must be hurt.
00:51:02Well, I need to talk to you.
00:51:05I'll just be a phone call away.
00:51:07Certified in mediation.
00:51:13I...
00:51:15You know what? I am exhausted, so another chapter of your memoir will send me to the land of the undead.
00:51:22You slept here?
00:51:24I didn't sleep.
00:51:26These are incredible.
00:51:28These are perfect for the show.
00:51:30Well, unfortunately not.
00:51:32Oh, you're crazy.
00:51:34No, I'm going to go with the design team on this one.
00:51:36We have a target market, and this is not the time to take risks.
00:51:38Well, some risks are worth taking.
00:51:40Your genius is what launched this company.
00:51:42I think that you should...
00:51:44Oh, is this what you wanted to talk to me about?
00:51:46Your expertise and experience in running an insurance company?
00:51:48I thought that I was going to be learning more around here.
00:51:51Not someone pushed aside to run errands.
00:51:53Errands are the job, Addie.
00:51:55Was that not made clear?
00:51:57I missed my niece's birthday yesterday and Sunday night dinner.
00:51:59And I haven't missed a dinner since my mom passed.
00:52:02Look, that's a hard choice.
00:52:04I'm sorry.
00:52:06But it happens.
00:52:08This isn't me.
00:52:10It's not me.
00:52:12It's not me.
00:52:14It's not me.
00:52:16It's not me.
00:52:18It's me.
00:52:20I believe in balance.
00:52:22I think I can still be myself and hold on to what counts most.
00:52:24You should go home, Addie.
00:52:27Right now?
00:52:29I mean, I was supposed to...
00:52:31Go home.
00:52:33I will have Janice call you when it's time to come back.
00:52:36Okay, fine.
00:52:38I'll leave.
00:52:48Bye.
00:53:06Surprise!
00:53:08What do you think?
00:53:10I'm getting some influencers tomorrow to go take some pictures in it.
00:53:14Just to make a bit more noise on the socials.
00:53:17It's so fun.
00:53:19I love it.
00:53:21You know, you're my inspiration.
00:53:23I am?
00:53:25Yeah. I mean, your red pumps.
00:53:27It's got everyone talking about how fun and provocative Delaney Diaz shoes were.
00:53:30It's R.
00:53:32Hey.
00:53:34You wanna try it on?
00:53:36Yeah.
00:53:38You know, this store never really allowed me to have interactive displays, but, you know.
00:53:42You can't be tamed.
00:53:47You're absolutely beautiful.
00:53:54Delaney fired me.
00:53:56What?
00:53:58No.
00:54:00Yeah.
00:54:02I don't really blame her.
00:54:04I mean, I don't really think I'm cut out for this.
00:54:06I don't want to be ruthless and cold.
00:54:09I don't want to be a pushover.
00:54:11I don't want to be a pushover.
00:54:13I don't want to be a pushover.
00:54:14I don't want to be ruthless and cold.
00:54:16Well, you're not, and neither is Delaney.
00:54:20Well, she coldly asked me to leave.
00:54:22Uh-huh.
00:54:24So, what are you still doing here?
00:54:29Well, I made you a promise.
00:54:32I don't want to let down the people around me anymore.
00:54:36That's a good quality to have.
00:54:39Well, it's not a popular one.
00:54:41Most people see it as weak.
00:54:43Well, popular ideas aren't always the right ones.
00:54:51This is excellent.
00:54:54I think it'll go viral.
00:54:56Yeah, yeah.
00:54:58Yeah, my father didn't let me do what I wanted to do on the runway,
00:55:02so I figured I'd do this instead.
00:55:05Well, maybe it'll inspire Delaney.
00:55:07She is sketching again.
00:55:09Really?
00:55:10Yeah, and they're amazing.
00:55:13But she refuses to use them for the show.
00:55:15Well, maybe you got to her.
00:55:20She didn't actually utter the words, you're fired, did she?
00:55:23No, but it was implied.
00:55:27There was a tone.
00:55:29I'm just saying, hang on.
00:55:32Maybe she'll surprise you.
00:55:35This whole journey has been surprising.
00:55:38I don't know if I can take it anymore.
00:55:40I don't know how you handle this circus.
00:55:43Well, that's what's great about it, right?
00:55:46Life, not knowing.
00:55:52But if you got to go, you got to go.
00:55:56But before you do go, I would love it if you made me a clown shoe.
00:56:00You know, just for old time's sake.
00:56:02It'd be the most stylish shoe you own.
00:56:04It would be an honor to wear you a clown shoe.
00:56:11I should go.
00:56:13Yeah.
00:56:15I have to catch the train and go to my dad's to see my sister before I go home.
00:56:21Well, at least let me give you a ride.
00:56:23Come on.
00:56:28Look at all your gifts.
00:56:31Wow.
00:56:36Hello.
00:56:38I'm here.
00:56:40And I have a friend with me, Addy.
00:56:43Can you believe this?
00:56:45This is incredible.
00:56:47Oh, hi.
00:56:49You must be Austin, right?
00:56:52Austin, the boy from workshop.
00:56:58It's nice to meet you both.
00:57:00Thank you for letting me borrow Addy.
00:57:02She's been a really big help.
00:57:04What is all this?
00:57:06Please accept my apologies for keeping your aunt from such a special day.
00:57:10Thank you for sharing.
00:57:12Best wishes, Delaney Diaz.
00:57:14P.S. Enjoy Monday dinner.
00:57:17Are you sure that's from Delaney?
00:57:19I thought I was fired.
00:57:21Also, Addy, if you need the time off, Janice will arrange it.
00:57:24I will be at the office at 8 a.m. tomorrow.
00:57:26That doesn't sound like a dismissal.
00:57:29I told you, she cares.
00:57:31Wow.
00:57:33I might be too shocked to eat.
00:57:35Your boss does know how to prioritize.
00:57:37Let's eat and we can get to know Austin a little better.
00:57:40Dad, do not be weird.
00:57:42Please.
00:57:44Let's dig in.
00:57:53You're pretty good with your hands.
00:57:55How are you with leather?
00:57:57He has a job, Dad.
00:57:59I need an extra set of hands around here now that you're leaving us for Delaney Diaz.
00:58:03I will always make time for you.
00:58:05Life's about balance, right?
00:58:07That's my girl.
00:58:09I'm going for the bus.
00:58:11I should get her to bed.
00:58:13It might take a while.
00:58:15She requires lullabies.
00:58:17Yeah, because Claudia's tone deaf.
00:58:19Oh, thank you.
00:58:21You know what? Allow me.
00:58:23You finish dessert.
00:58:25Oh, wow. Thanks, Austin.
00:58:27You should know, though, that I am also looking for a babysitter.
00:58:29Well, I'm a jack of all trades.
00:58:30Okay.
00:58:44Wow.
00:58:46He's a keeper.
00:58:48Let's see if he can finish this before I start saying I do.
00:58:51Don't worry, Dad.
00:58:53My professional life has enough drama.
00:58:55I'm not trying for an office romance.
00:58:57Well, the heart wants what the heart wants.
00:59:00These are fantastic, by the way.
00:59:02Are they new?
00:59:04Some of them. That was inspired by Delaney's work.
00:59:06Oh, this shoe would be so perfect in that collection.
00:59:08It would be a dream to see Delaney Diaz's name under one of my sketches.
00:59:13Hmm.
00:59:15You mean like...
00:59:18Looks right to me.
00:59:20I'll get my chance one day.
00:59:22Oh, by the way, can I stop by the office tomorrow morning on the way to the doctor just to say thank you to Delaney?
00:59:28Yeah, as long as you don't talk too much.
00:59:30I'm not used to rambling.
00:59:32And not before her morning latte.
00:59:34Um, you ramble, okay? I converse.
00:59:36Twinkle, twinkle, little star.
00:59:38Black out the moon in the sky.
00:59:41Twinkle, twinkle, little star.
00:59:43How I wonder what you are.
00:59:51Twinkle, twinkle, little star.
00:59:54How I wonder what you are.
00:59:58Up above the world so high.
01:00:00Oh, he's sick and tired. Lucky girl. Jealous?
01:00:10Is everything okay? Oh, yeah, everything's more than fine. Yeah, yeah, Claudia can take over. You have a long drive.
01:00:17Thank you for everything. Yeah, you're welcome. See you tomorrow. Absolutely.
01:00:26Oh, don't mind me.
01:00:31Have a good night.
01:00:35You too.
01:00:41You can keep fooling yourself.
01:00:52And he said, no, my name is Philippe.
01:00:54Oh, no.
01:00:57Sorry to interrupt.
01:00:59Delaney, I have the final designs all ready for the manufacturer and Austin will pick the best one for the press release.
01:01:03Oh, that's great. And nothing digital? Please, we don't want a repeat of the date night bump.
01:01:08I have printed hard copies for Austin and the manufacturer.
01:01:12Impressive. She really is.
01:01:15Anyway, I'll let you get back to work. Thanks again so much for everything. Ruby loved all of her presents.
01:01:21It was a really special night. I do like to take care of what matters.
01:01:27A latte machine has arrived. And speaking of which,
01:01:30Addy, could you please see to that? Yeah, here, would you take this and I'll meet you at my desk?
01:01:35Take care.
01:01:50Delaney wants you to choose a shoe for the press release.
01:01:53Delaney wants you to choose a shoe for the press release. She trusts your opinion.
01:01:55She trusts yours, too. See, I told you you weren't fired.
01:02:18Delaney wants you to choose a shoe for the press release. She trusts your opinion.
01:02:22She trusts yours, too.
01:02:24See, I told you you weren't fired. I'm glad you're still here. Me, too.
01:02:30So, how is the show going? Oh, it is a disaster.
01:02:34My father and I do not agree on wardrobe. I just wanted to make sure that fashion was for everyone.
01:02:39I wanted to make sure that people felt glamorous and powerful when they wore Delaney Diaz, but...
01:02:45Like the crystal shoe on the subway.
01:02:47Exactly. Now, I just feel like he's not supporting me or Delaney for that matter.
01:02:52And if this show doesn't sell, it's all over.
01:02:55Anyway,
01:02:56everything is ready. All I need are the shoes. They should be ready by next week. Good.
01:03:02Make sure you guard this book with your life.
01:03:04Delaney is paranoid that something will go wrong again. Sure thing. Are you coming to the party tonight with Delaney?
01:03:09To open fashion week? Of course. And Delaney can't wait to go. Oh. Shocking, right? Well, miracles do happen.
01:03:19I'll see you tonight.
01:03:23Oh,
01:03:28Andrea Walker from Franco's just here. Spying again? Want to steal more of our ideas?
01:03:33I happen to live on this block and this is actually my favorite coffee shop. And for the record,
01:03:38we didn't take your shoe concept. We had one in the works and we just happened to release it first.
01:03:43You used my words. I told Franco about you.
01:03:47How would you like to come work with us?
01:03:49Tempting, but no. I work for Delaney. If all goes to plan, then Delaney will be under our company.
01:03:55I'm trying to help you out here. Secure you a seat on the lifeboat when her ship inevitably goes down.
01:04:00Well, when our show goes well, the ship will keep sailing. It would take a miracle.
01:04:05Our door is open. Think about it.
01:04:20Oh.
01:04:26Okay, get me a glass of pinot, please, and then we'll slip out the back.
01:04:29Oh, people want to see you. You have to linger a little bit. It's good for the brand.
01:04:34You sound like Austin.
01:04:36Did he send out the press release? Oh, let me check. He said he was gonna send it out before the party.
01:04:40You know what? Never mind. Wine first. And can you get me a big glass? I need something I can hide behind.
01:04:45Yes, thank you.
01:04:50A glass of red, please.
01:05:03Delaney, hi. I saw your press release. I'd love to get your take on the gold design.
01:05:09It certainly is a departure from the boring, safe designs you've been putting out lately. Has the fashion bloggers seen quite the uproar?
01:05:15Well, I didn't design that shoe.
01:05:17Now, a good reporter would know to check his facts, but then again, we're talking about you.
01:05:22Yeah, the signed sketch and press release stating you designed the shoe
01:05:26states otherwise.
01:05:28Here's my headline.
01:05:29Aging fashion icon is up to her old tricks again, stealing designs and releasing them under her own name. This sad story will surely
01:05:37go viral.
01:05:39Excuse me.
01:05:41Delaney, you're needed for a photo right now. What are you insinuating here? Sorry, Delaney.
01:05:48I'm gonna need this back so I can tweet about my latest scoop, if you don't mind.
01:05:58No, it's not okay. This is a disaster, Addie. That crap is probably already all over social media. Hashtag Delaney steals again.
01:06:05But it isn't true. It doesn't matter. The first lie wins. Don't you understand?
01:06:09How did this even happen? I swear, when I find out who did it, I am going to destroy them. Their business, their home, their family.
01:06:16Family? Yes. I need to hit them where it hurts the most.
01:06:19I'm about to lose everything that matters to me. My reputation, my entire life, Addie.
01:06:26Everything. I want you to gather everyone on the team in the conference room, 7 a.m. Sharp. No exceptions. Yes.
01:06:40It's a simple question. Where did this shoe come from? Who designed it?
01:06:48It's new to me, but a very stylish shoe. I wish I could take credit. Have you asked Austin?
01:06:54Yes, he says that it was in the book. He's stopping by the manufacturer today to see if there was some kind of mix-up.
01:07:01What if he put it in there? Not possible.
01:07:05An up-and-coming PR guy desperate to save your brand and make his mark?
01:07:09Their motto is, all press is good press.
01:07:12No, there's no way. Austin would never put me in this position. Well, if there's a positive, your name is all over social media.
01:07:20Yes, it certainly is.
01:07:22You know, they are comparing this beautiful shoe to our safe designs. They're talking about the rest of our line. That's a good thing.
01:07:29It's not a favorable comparison, Alexander. You didn't steal anything, Delaney.
01:07:33I'm sure this will all get cleared up before the show. Just give it a little bit more time. The story is out.
01:07:38I would need a time machine.
01:07:40No, I can't risk another public humiliation.
01:07:46Cancel the show.
01:07:48No, don't do that. You have to keep fighting. The fight is over, Addie, and we lost.
01:07:53If we get any more backlash, our stock is going to plummet. Now, Chausseur may want to put me in a bargain basement,
01:08:00but I won't let them purchase us at bottom dollar.
01:08:05No.
01:08:07We're done here.
01:08:10Go home.
01:08:16Okay,
01:08:17get the team together. Think about anything that could have got the shoe in that package, okay? We cannot cancel the show.
01:08:38There you are. Thank you. Take care.
01:08:42Connors, shoe repair. Hey, it's me. Hey, Addie. How's work? You left so early this morning. It's terrible.
01:08:50My sketches got into the final design and Austin used it for the press release because he thought they were Delaney's designs.
01:08:56That's great news. No, it's not. Delaney was outed by a reporter for stealing it. So tell her it's yours.
01:09:03How? She'll think I did it on purpose and she's on a war pass.
01:09:07She threatened my career, our family. I can't have dad's shop getting taken out for this. She'll understand. I know her.
01:09:13You do not know Delaney's wrath.
01:09:16Thing is, I don't even know how the sketches got in there.
01:09:19Mmm, I
01:09:21maybe do.
01:09:23What?
01:09:24No, Claudia, you didn't. I just I wanted to help you out. You know, you are so talented and and people need to see it.
01:09:33You're welcome. No, no, this isn't a good thing. She's gonna lose everything. She canceled the runway show.
01:09:39It was her last chance at keeping Franco Chausseur from buying her out. Wow, I didn't know. I am so sorry.
01:09:46What can I do? Do you want me to call Delaney? No, no, no, no, absolutely not.
01:09:50Austin is on his way here now and I'll keep you posted. Okay?
01:09:54Okay. Bye.
01:10:02Austin Strickland, you have quite the PR disaster on your hands.
01:10:09Thanks for the update. I wasn't aware. You know, when I offered Addie a job,
01:10:19I didn't expect her to make it easier for our acquisition. Franco may promote her before she even starts. What are you talking about?
01:10:25She's not only talented but ambitious.
01:10:28Slipping in her own design?
01:10:32Can you tell me, were you in on it too? Because if so, we may have a job offer for you as well.
01:10:36Austin.
01:10:48I have something I have to tell you. Oh, no need, no need. Andrew told me everything. How could you?
01:10:54What?
01:10:55Slipping in your design like that, backstabbing Delaney, myself, after all that talk about not being cutthroat, you are ruthless.
01:11:01Austin, that's not what happened. It's a beautiful shoe. It's honestly too bad that it won't be a fashion week.
01:11:06Well, you can bring your designs to the office. I know that Franco is very excited to see them. We'll see you then.
01:11:13See, you really found your place. Well played. Austin. Austin.
01:11:31How'd you know I was here? Your mom always brought you here when you had a bad day at school.
01:11:47Claudia told you?
01:11:55So what happens next?
01:11:58I know Claudia was just trying to help.
01:12:01And I'm sure Austin has told Delaney.
01:12:06You just worked so hard. I can't believe it's gonna end like this.
01:12:12And the worst part is, everyone thinks I did it on purpose. Like I'm some malicious traitor.
01:12:19You're not.
01:12:21You're not a quitter.
01:12:24I don't really have many other options.
01:12:26Yes, you do.
01:12:28Get back up and you fight.
01:12:30Never give up.
01:12:31You know you belong there. Show them.
01:12:34Owe it to yourself.
01:12:35No.
01:12:36It's over.
01:12:38Show's canceled. Chausseur's buying the company.
01:12:44Did they buy the company today? No, soon.
01:12:50Show's been canceled. Gotta be uncanceled? Today, maybe?
01:12:56Well, we do still have the space boat.
01:13:02When you were young, you used to build these wonderful towers with your mom's shoes. Remember that?
01:13:07Yeah.
01:13:09Claudia loved knocking them over. Remember what your mother told you?
01:13:14Just because it fell apart doesn't mean it can't be rebuilt. Exactly. You really think I can fix it?
01:13:21I think you can do anything.
01:13:24I think I'm a terrible person.
01:13:27Because you're what you really are.
01:13:47Please don't take that down.
01:13:50You got some guts showing up here, huh?
01:13:54I should call security.
01:13:56I know what you're thinking, but there has been a big misunderstanding. Save it, Addie.
01:14:01I'm really not interested. I am trying to save the company and I think I know how. What are you, a double agent now?
01:14:07You're gonna bring Chausseur's secrets to me?
01:14:12Yes, they offered me a job, but I turned it down.
01:14:17Although I have
01:14:19questioned myself every step of the way and you haven't made it very easy.
01:14:25I know I belong here. Well, that is touching.
01:14:27Is that why you submitted your design under my name? I didn't. Then how did it get there, Addie?
01:14:31I have a very loving family who thought they were helping me out.
01:14:35Claudia slid my design into the book. She wanted you to see my work.
01:14:40No one thought that it would escalate like this. It was a very big mistake.
01:14:44But I think something good can come of this. The show's canceled, Addie. It's over.
01:14:49Chausseur is already working on the paperwork for the buyout. I mean, the curtain is falling.
01:14:54But we can do the show. We still have the space.
01:14:58Except we don't have any shoes.
01:15:01I had the manufacturer throw them all out. Why?
01:15:05Because they're insignificant.
01:15:08You know, the hardest part about this is that people were just starting to get excited about me again.
01:15:14Except it wasn't me at all.
01:15:16And when they found out the truth, well, it just confirmed what they already believe.
01:15:21Delaney Diaz is a husband.
01:15:24I always knew a Delaney Diaz shoe could get you where you needed to go, no matter the circumstance.
01:15:30Well, I appreciate your passion.
01:15:32But you are overlooking one very significant detail. No shoes. No shoes.
01:15:37But you do.
01:15:39You have these.
01:15:42These are shoes you can conquer the world in. This is what the people want.
01:15:52Well, that may well be, but no, no.
01:15:55You're wrong. The public won't show up for me. Not anymore.
01:15:58Thanks to Jacob.
01:16:00You are tough.
01:16:02But you are smart and generous.
01:16:05We can't give up now.
01:16:08Don't lose yourself.
01:16:10You'll win over the public. I know it.
01:16:13How do you propose I do that? You show them who you really are.
01:16:18Except the show is in less than 48 hours, and what am I gonna do? I can't make the shoes myself.
01:16:23Nope.
01:16:24But I know someone who can.
01:16:32Wow, so you repair all kinds of shoes here. Oh, yes. We don't discriminate. Except Franco's, sir.
01:16:39Cheaply made, soles thin as paper.
01:16:43Okay, we have 48 hours to make these shoes, but luckily we have all the materials and tools to get this done.
01:16:50Thank you all so much. I can't tell you what it means to me that you're doing this.
01:16:53We really appreciated Ruby's gifts and you taking our Addy under your wing.
01:17:38And, of course, the biggest story in fashion is tonight's highly anticipated comeback show by Delaney O'Hara.
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01:19:03Okay, we're all set.
01:19:05Oh, not quite yet. I want to add one more.
01:19:08Oh, we don't have an extra model.
01:19:11That's okay, because I want you to walk.
01:19:14Me?
01:19:15So far, we've managed to avoid total disaster. Let's not hit the iceberg direct.
01:19:20No, I really think that this might be the right way to clear up any old headlines,
01:19:24and also to give credit where credit is due.
01:19:31Oh, I thought you threw these all away.
01:19:34What are you kidding? Even on a fit of rage, I know better than to throw away a great shoe.
01:19:39That's a great shoe.
01:19:41Oh, honey, don't cry.
01:19:43I'm not.
01:19:45The compliments from you are few and far between, and I appreciate them.
01:19:49Well, good. Wear them with pride.
01:19:52You're stepping out into a whole new world now, and I think after tonight, everything is going to change.
01:20:01What is it?
01:20:04Austin's not here.
01:20:06Places, everyone.
01:20:08Don't take it personally. He just had to do what was best for his career.
01:20:14Now, why don't you put those puppies on, and we're going to go out there and do what's best for our careers.
01:20:20Okay.
01:20:21All right.
01:20:31Woo!
01:20:50They're loving it.
01:20:52Get ready to be adored.
01:20:54You too. You're coming with me.
01:21:01So, this is a runway. We've got to strut like we are conquering the world.
01:21:05Walk the fire.
01:21:23You came.
01:21:24I had to break in these new shoes. Great show.
01:21:28Well, it's not over yet.
01:21:36Steve, I have a special surprise for you. Gentlemen, a special treat for you.
01:21:41Coming soon, a new men's line designed by our newest designer at Delaney Diaz, Miss Addie Connors.
01:21:58Woo!
01:22:05Are you serious?
01:22:06Yeah. What about the buyout?
01:22:08What buyout? There's no way Charseur's going to be able to afford us now. Look at all these orders.
01:22:12The show is not even over yet.
01:22:17I need to make a comeback.
01:22:18You're not looking for new representation by any chance, because I happen to know an up-and-coming firm, Austin Lilly PR.
01:22:24We'll take them on as your clients.
01:22:27Lilly?
01:22:28Yeah, it's my mom's name. You really inspired me to go after what I believe in, so thank you.
01:22:33Oh, honey, I would be so honored to be your first client.
01:22:36And you can use the office next door to my newest designer's office, at least until you're up and running.
01:22:41I get my own office?
01:22:42What? Of course you do. You're my newest designer.
01:22:47What do you say, neighbor?
01:22:49I say I'm on condition.
01:22:51What's that?
01:22:52I get to wear your newest men's designs for our first date.
01:22:55I think we can arrange that.
01:22:57All right.
01:22:58Shall we?
01:22:59Yes.
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