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[instrumental music]
[indistinct chatter]
You can let me try.
[indistinct chatter]
[elevator bell dings]
Oh, what a great tie, Garrett.
Oh, is that new, Garrett?
Do you mind if I get the same one, Garrett?
Oh, stop. You're awful.
I think Kyle spends more time in
the boss' office than his own.
Okay, okay. Trivia at Tuck's Bay tonight, okay?
I hope to see everybody there. Okay? Everybody.
-First round's on me, baby. -Okay, top shelf.
What do you say, Russ? Loosen' up a bit.
[sighs] You're hopeless.
-The human Care Bear. -Mm.
Russell, you're going, right?
-Oh, yeah. I wouldn't miss it. -Okay, good.
Uh, Diane, you wanna carpool with me?
No. I can't. I'm sorry.
-Aw. -Work.
[knocking on door]
You should go tonight.
-I would if I could, but I-- -No.
Kyle has been in Garrett's ear at every one
of these after-hours functions,
making his case for partner.
I wanna be named partner because I deserve it,
not because I'm good at useless trivia.
Yeah, well, if it came down to useless trivia,
I'd be CEO by now.
[chuckles] Four wins in a row?
-See, you don't need my help. -Mm, maybe not.
I wouldn't mind the company.
And Betty steals my pretzels.
[chuckles] Ah...
That promotion should be yours. You do deserve it.
Don't let Kyle sweet talk it out from under you.
Thanks, Russell. Appreciate that.
And you get a chance to make a good impression at the retreat.
[sighs] That...
[birds chirping]
Jake, sweetie?
He's in his room.
Did you get my crab rangoon?
[chuckles] You didn't say you wanted crab rangoon.
You're my sister, you're supposed to know
my order by heart.
-Bottom of the bag. -Bless you.
Hey, go easy on him.
[music playing on earphones]
[knocking on door]
Jake?
Honey, don't you think that's a little loud?
Hm?
Honey!
-What happened? -Nothing.
[sighs] Jake, you promised me. No more fights, remember?
[sighs]
This happen before or after school?
After.
So I won't be getting a message from the principal?
No. The message is from coach.
[sighs]
I'm sorry I couldn't make it to your game today.
It's fine. We lost anyways.
[music playing on earphones]
This is the third fight this semester.
Is he still seeing the school counselor?
Yeah. Twice a week.
You know, I just was on the phone with her
and she was telling me about all the wonderful progress
he was making.
You think she was over-selling it?
[sighs] He's got a black eye, Lori.
He's had a rough road. It's gonna take some time.
Yeah.
I know. I just wish I could do more.
What's that?
Oh, it's a invitation.
The firm is hosting an employee retreat.
A day of wine tasting at Garrett's house.
-Sounds fun. -Yeah.
I should really go.
But?
Well, it says
"Spouses and significant others encouraged."
I'd be the only one there without a date.
And, you know, I just really don't wanna deal
with all the sympathetic looks, you know?
Yeah, sympathy is awful.
You know what I mean.
I mean, I already feel like people walk on eggshells
whenever they're around me because of...
You know, I just would rather not go.
Why don't you ask that cute coworker of yours out?
-You know, Mr. Trivia. -Russell?
[laughs] No.
-[chuckles] -Why not?
Because he'd get the wrong idea for one.
Why can't it be the right idea?
Lori, I just, you know, I just don't feel like dating
right now, especially someone I work with.
It's just...
Di...
it's been two years.
Yeah, I'm just not ready.
I have an idea.
Now, don't say no right away.
[chuckles]
[instrumental music]
The Companionship Collective?
[chuckles] It's like a dating service.
And they pair you up with activity partners.
So you want me to rent a date?
You said yourself you don't want anything serious.
-I don't think so. -Why not?
Look, wouldn't I just be better off
with, like, a dating app or something?
These are professionals.
They hang on your arm, they say all the right things
and then you say goodbye. It's the perfect solution.
You get the benefit of a date without all the baggage.
[chuckles]
You can't keep avoiding your coworkers.
They're gonna start to take it personally.
[crickets chirping]
[sighs]
So you're really gonna go, right?
I don't know.
You need to stop hiding out from life.
I'm not hiding.
Are you still taking those sleeping pills?
[scoffs] No.
I worry about you.
You don't need to worry. I'm fine. Really.
-Goodnight. -Goodnight.
[instrumental music]
[music continues]
[Diane sighs]
[sighs]
[music continues]
[crickets chirping]
[birds chirping]
[instrumental music]
Diane?
Oh. Hi.
-If you'll follow me. -Right. Yes.
-How are you today? -Very well. How are you?
[consultant] Oh, very good. Thank you.
-There are a lot of questions. -Oh, we're very thorough.
Y-you know, I'm just looking for a plus-one to a work event.
Well, we understand the pressures
that come along with social gatherings
and the value of keeping up appearances.
We strive to provide you with the best possible experience.
How did you hear about our services?
-Ah, my sister. -Oh.
If you wouldn't mind making a note of that in the bottom box.
-Oh. -All of this is confidential.
It won't leave my office.
Including my address?
Your companion will meet you in a public location
and all correspondence is monitored by our system.
Your safety is our priority.
You'll be taken through a gallery of our staff.
There will be a small bio included
that will list likes and skills.
Skills?
For events that require dancing
or horseback riding or something specific.
So I get to pick my date out of a catalogue?
Not quite, you'll rank your choices
and then we'll have to take a look at the schedule.
Shouldn't take more than 15 minutes.
[instrumental music]
[music continues]
You are officially booked for next Saturday at 1 p.m.
But the event's not until 2:00.
Oh, we encourage people to meet their matches ahead of time
to establish a rapport.
Oh. Okay.
Thank you for choosing The Companionship Collective.
Thanks.
[gasps] You look pretty for your date.
It's not a date.
Okay, what do you think? Pendant or pearls?
Mm, pendant.
Here.
[chuckles]
Can I borrow these sometime?
-Just don't steal 'em. -I won't.
[sighs] I don't know. Maybe this is a bad idea.
You always do that.
Doubt your good ideas. Self-sabotaging behavior.
Please don't attempt to psychoanalyze me, Lori.
Would you like to join me on the couch?
-How does that make you feel? -[cell phone chimes]
Oh, my ride's here. Gotta go.
Text me his picture when you get there.
-Why? -For safety purposes.
[scoffs] Goodbye, Lori.
-Love you. -Love you, too.
[indistinct chatter]
Miles?
-Diane? -Hi.
-Nice to meet you. -You, too.
Uh, I, I don't know what happens next.
Uh, how about coffee?
Of course.
I'm serious. I'm really excited about a wine tasting.
My last date was at a tractor pull,
and let's just say I wore the wrong shoes.
I'm talking your ear off. I'm sorry, it's...
Oh, no. I'm sorry. It's not you. I'm just, uh, a little--
Nervous?
Well, I've never done this before.
-You know, hire a-- -A companion.
Not that there's anything wrong with what you do. I...
I know, it's unorthodox.
But I promise you, it's much more common than you think.
And you're in good company.
So how does this work exactly?
You set the parameters.
And so for the next four hours, I am whoever you want me to be.
Friend, boyfriend, husband...
Oh. Oh, no. Nothing like that.
Um, no, I just need someone
by my side for the day,
you know, to take the pressure off.
Well, there are a lot of expectations put on people.
Sometimes it's easier to just play the game.
I suppose we should get our story straight.
-Our story? -How we met.
First date. In case anyone asks...
Oh, uh, yes, um...
Let's see, uh, we met through friends?
-I asked you out. -They'd never believe that.
Oh. Why not?
That I wouldn't beat you to it.
Thank you. Uh, well, we should probably get going.
[instrumental music]
[camera clicks]
No photos.
Oh. I'm sorry.
That was incredibly rude of me...
No. It's-it's fine. It's just my job, it requires a low profile.
It's really hard to be a convincing date
if you're all over social media.
Yes. Of course.
[instrumental music]
-You ready? -I think so.
Don't worry. No, we're in this together.
Oh, okay.
[Betty] Diane! Diane, hey!
-Hi, Betty. -I'm so glad you came! Hi.
Hello, I'm Betty. I work with Diane.
Miles.
Now I see why you've been
holding out on trivia night.
Ah, yes, I have been a little selfish
when it comes to Diane's free time.
-Mm. -Do you need help?
Uh, yes, please.
I need to take those to the kitchen.
You don't mind if I borrow him for a second, do you?
-Uh... -Not at all, please.
Okay. I'll be in the kitchen.
Yes. Okay, thank you. Right this way.
[laughs]
-Yeah. -This way?
-Right in here. -Okay.
I promise, this is my, one of my last act.
I won't have more than...
[indistinct chatter]
...and he said this is all just basically old...
[Diane] Russell! Ha-ha.
Hey! You came.
[laughs] Well, someone told me I should make more of an effort
to network outside of the office.
-Smart someone. -Hm.
Someone seems to think so.
[Russell chuckles]
Um, I'm glad you're here though.
I was feeling a little awkward about flying solo.
-So there's-- -Russell!
Have you met Diane's boyfriend?
-[Miles] Miles. -Uh...
Russell! Yeah, of course.
I recall Diane mentioning you once or twice.
Can't say the same.
[Diane chuckles]
Well, we were just about to go mingle.
It was nice meeting you.
Nice meeting you.
Wow. Go, Diane.
[instrumental music]
[indistinct chatter]
Yeah, the first beauty pageants, men, they got the tiaras,
women, women got a...
But it was, it was full of diamonds.
It was, it was precious gemstones...
[instrumental music]
[indistinct chatter]
[intense music]
[instrumental music]
-Hello. -Hi.
This is quite the spread you have here.
Oh, it looks delicious.
And your home is so lovely. Truly, it's beautiful.
Well, thank you very much.
But all the credit goes to my wife.
-I'm glad you're here, Diane. -I wouldn't miss it.
I guess you've heard that Mark Henderson is retiring
at the end of the year.
We're looking to promote from within.
Garrett!
Have you tried the Merlot? It is not to be missed.
Actually, uh, I'm gonna wait
until all the guests arrive before sampling.
In that case, I would suggest you hold off.
Why is that?
Well, you wanna start with something lighter.
Like the Chenin blanc.
The sugars of the Merlot will linger on your palate.
-Hm. And you are? -Miles. My date.
Mm. Looks like Diane brought a ringer.
The man knows his wine.
My grandfather owned a small vineyard.
-I grew up around it. -[Garrett] Oh.
Well, in that case, I'm looking forward
to hearing your take on our offerings.
-Absolutely. I'd be happy to. -Garrett Jones.
It's nice to finally put a face with the name.
Diane speaks very highly of you.
-Oh, she does? -Oh?
[Garrett] I spotted my wife in that corner.
Let me introduce you.
[Garrett] Grace.
Hm. Hm.
Spending that time in the temple made me realize
that money's not the only wealth in the world.
And that's when I knew I had to get out of acquisitions.
Huh. Altruistic. Quite a story.
-It's interesting. -[cell phone chimes]
Uh, sorry, this is, uh, this is Jake.
-I should probably check in. -Jake?
Her son.
I'm aware. I was only worried something was wrong.
No, no, it's nothing like that. Um, excuse me.
Would you like another glass of wine?
Uh, yes, please.
Hey, thanks, man.
So how'd you do it, huh?
Defrost the ice queen.
You seem so threatened by her.
She's the one who needs to be worried.
I don't think that belongs to you.
Yeah, okay.
You don't think it's a little bit odd
we hadn't heard a thing about a boyfriend?
She doesn't have to tell us everything.
Whoof! But that Miles is a absolute dream.
[Betty] Whoof. [Russell] Easy.
You should be happy for her.
After everything she's gone through...
I can't imagine losing my husband that young.
You're right.
I know I'm right. I'm always right.
[Russell laughs]
Right, but you won't let anybody forget it.
-Right. -Well, you were amazing.
-My coworkers loved you. -They were really nice.
I can't believe you didn't tell me
that your grandfather owned a vineyard.
He didn't.
Oh.
I was playing the part.
Right. Of course.
[laughing]
Um, well, thank you.
It was honestly my pleasure.
Do I tip you or...
[laughing]
No, no, but the company's
gonna send along a feedback form in a few days.
Good reviews go a long way in booking jobs.
Yes. Absolutely.
Um, well,
please consider this a thank you, then.
Bye, Diane! Bye, Miles!
So nice to meet you.
[chuckles] You, too, Betty.
-Bye, Betty. -Bye.
-Get home safe. Okay. -Oh, I-I will.
Oh, my coworkers are gonna be so upset
to find out that we've broken up.
Let 'em down easy.
[Diane chuckles]
Goodnight.
[instrumental music]
Hey.
How was it?
Uh, it was good.
Was he nice?
-Very. Yeah. -Cute?
[chuckles] Lori.
That's a yes.
-Hate to say I told you so. -Oh, you love to say that.
Well, seems like the fake date was a success.
I guess so.
It makes me happy to see you getting out there, Di.
Wouldn't it be nice to meet someone you could do
things with, someone you really care about?
Okay, let's not get ahead of ourselves.
It was one date.
Well, you went out, you had a good time.
The world didn't end.
-You're so right. -I know. I'm a genius.
[laughing]
So, uh...
how did you two meet?
-Hm? -Miles.
Um, through my sister.
Been seein' each other long?
Okay, why the sudden interest in my love life?
Well, I'm just making polite conversation.
[chuckles] Okay.
Okay. You know what?
I'm a little surprised he never came up before.
Well... Oh, hi.
-Hi, you have a minute? -Yes. Yes, of course.
I'm hosting a small dinner party at my house tonight.
-Are you free? -This evening? Yes.
-Absolutely. -Wonderful.
Oh, and, uh, feel free to invite Miles.
It's a social gathering.
Um, you know, I'm actually not sure
if he is available tonight, but...
Oh. It's a shame.
[elevator bell dings]
Told you he really likes Miles.
[woman on phone] Good morning. Companionship Collective.
[Diane] Yes, hi, I was wondering if Miles
has any availability for this evening.
-Uh, I know it's short notice. -I believe so.
Great! Uh, wonderful.
[woman on phone] Please hold while I check his availability.
Yes. Yes.
[gasps]
Betty asked me to give this to you.
Oh. You going to the partners' dinner tonight?
I am.
Guess I'll see you there.
[woman on phone] Ms. Cooper?
Hello? Yes, I'm here.
I'm sorry. He's booked.
Would you like to schedule with someone else
for this evening?
No, no. That's okay. Thank you.
[indistinct chatter]
Miles?
-Hey. -Hey.
-I thought that was you. -Small world.
-How are you? -Good.
Uh, uh, what are you doing here?
Do you have a kid that goes to this school?
I volunteer for the school's Big Brother program.
-Oh, really? -How are you?
Has your boss come to his senses and promoted you yet?
[chuckles] Not yet. Um...
No, but he is actually hosting a dinner tonight
with all of the partners, and he invited me, so...
Oh, well, that sounds like a good sign.
[chuckles] Yeah.
You know, it's, it's funny I ran into you.
Um, I actually tried calling the company
to see if you were available tonight,
but they said you were booked, so...
Oh, yeah, that fell through.
-Really? -Yeah. I just got the text.
It happens more often than you think, honestly.
You know, people get cold feet or their plans change.
Mm. So you're free?
Seems so.
Would you wanna go with me?
I-I mean, I don't mean to put you on the spot,
and please don't feel obligated to, to say yes--
Diane, I'd love to.
You would?
-Yeah. -[chuckles]
Well, great, great, um...
Here, actually, let me just, uh, call--
Oh, no, no, no. Well, we, we can do it off the books.
Oh.
Isn't that breaking the rules?
Well, technically.
Oh, I didn't mean to suggest
that you would be doing it for free, you know?
I'm not, no. I'll be getting a meal out of it.
[chuckles] That's very cute.
Okay, looks like I'll have just enough time
to go home and change.
Yeah, great. Me, too.
If you don't mind, can I get your number
just in case I'm delayed...
Yeah, of course.
-Hey, sweetie. -Hi.
-How was practice? -Good.
-This must be the infamous Jake. -Yeah.
Hey, I'm Miles, I'm a friend of your mom's.
Hi.
Okay, well, we are going to get going.
-I'll see you in a bit. -Yeah.
-Okay? -Okay.
-How was practice, sweetie? -Good.
[Diane] Yeah? [Jake] Yeah.
[indistinct chatter]
[instrumental music]
Second date.
This guy must have really made an impression.
It's not a date.
Then why are you wearing your favorite perfume?
Because it's my favorite perfume.
I thought the whole point of hiring somebody
was to avoid romantic entanglements.
It was.
You seem entangled.
Look, all of my coworkers think that we're already involved.
Plus, my boss has made it clear
that he expects to see him there tonight.
So I'm just keeping up appearances.
[Lori] If you say so.
Well, goodnight, Dr. Lori.
Have fun on your not-date.
[instrumental music]
[birds chirping]
[sighs]
[exhales sharply]
[gasps]
Oh. I'm-I'm so sorry.
-Did I, did I scare you? -No.
Uh... yes.
Sorry. That was my fault.
I wasn't paying attention.
You look beautiful.
Thank you.
You ready? We can take a minute if you like.
No. No, no, no. I'm fine.
-Okay, we'll, uh... -Oh.
We need to look convincing, right?
Right.
-That's a lovely bracelet. -Oh, thank you.
It was a gift.
And he told me something that will forever stay with me.
[speaking in foreign language]
To know others is wisdom.
To know oneself is enlightenment.
I think we're gonna go to the bar.
It was nice meeting you.
-How do you do it? -Do what?
Keep track of all the lies.
I prefer to think of them as characters.
Oh.
Do women ask you to be a lot of different things?
Usually doctors, lawyers.
And if they wanna tick off mom and dad at Thanksgiving,
I'm in a band.
Do you ever lose yourself in all of this?
Sometimes.
But not with you.
With you I feel like I can be myself.
I'm glad.
[Garrett] Excuse me, everyone.
If you'll join me at the table, dinner is served.
But right now I need you to be someone else again.
Okay, so I admit,
I spent most of the game in the sand trap.
Sir, that course is notorious.
Have you ever played Claremont Greens, hm?
Them greens is smooth as pool tables.
Ooh. I have not.
I'll set up a tee time. Yeah?
-How about this weekend? -That's a wonderful idea.
Diane, do you play?
Um, no. But, well, I take my son to mini golf.
Oh.
Diane has a mean short game.
Well, what about you, Miles? Do you play?
Uh, do I play? Uh... Yeah, a little.
Hm. What's your handicap?
Ten.
"A little," the man says.
[chuckling]
Looks like I found my partner.
[chuckling]
I feel like we've met before.
We have. The wine tasting.
Before.
I don't think so.
Huh. You're sure?
I just have one of those faces.
Yeah.
Yeah. That must be it.
[intense music]
Do you need a ride home?
Oh. No. No.
Honestly, you've done so much for me already.
It's my pleasure, really.
Lovely party. Lovely.
[Kyle] Goodnight.
On second thought, that'd be great.
-Thank you. -Well, I'm right over here.
Listen, if you're up for it, I'd love to show you something.
It's one of my favorite places in the city.
[instrumental music]
Thanks again for jumping in on such short notice.
-You really helped me out. -It was my pleasure.
I like spending time with you.
Can I ask you something?
Why do you do this?
I mean, work for The Companionship Collective.
You know what, I'm sorry, it's none of my business.
No, it's alright.
I lost my wife.
And I never got to say goodbye.
Truth is, I, I don't know that I'll ever got over it.
But doing this just helps me realize
why I should put myself out there.
You know, I understand.
My husband, Robert,
he, he died...
a little over two years ago.
It was all so very unexpected and...
-I'm sorry. -No. It's just...
It's my bracelet,
it's pinched me.
I feel like we're the same in certain ways.
I know what it's like to have an idea of what your life will be,
only to have it disappear.
I keep trying to move on.
I keep trying to put myself out there,
but...
I don't know, just doesn't seem right.
I know Jennifer would want me to be happy.
So I try to start there.
I should probably get you home.
Yeah. You know what, it's late. I...
[dramatic music]
[Diane chuckles]
I always walk a date to the door.
But this is a fake date, remember?
Well, fake or not, my mother raised me to be a gentleman.
[chuckles] You know, for the record,
you don't really have to go to the golf course this weekend.
Is your handicap really a ten?
No, no. It's an eight.
But I just didn't wanna show anyone up.
Well...
[instrumental music]
Goodnight, Diane.
Goodnight.
[car door opens]
[car door shuts]
[car engine starts]
[instrumental music]
[car engine revving]
[chuckles]
You're gonna see him again?
Um... Um, I mean, I don't know.
I don't really have a, a work function this month.
I don't think so.
You really like him, don't you?
[chuckles] No, I don't. I-I mean...
I don't know.
[Lori] It's okay to have feelings.
It's just, you know, you did hire him.
I don't want you to get hurt.
No, I know.
I think it's great that you're opening up like this.
You know, I think it's a sign.
A sign for what?
That you're ready to start dating.
[Diane chuckles]
[siren wailing]
[intense music]
[exhales sharply]
[music continues]
[chuckles]
I heard you crushed it at the partner dinner.
-From who? -[mumbles] You know...
I don't reveal my sources.
-Oh, come on. -Okay.
I overheard Garrett talking to Betty.
-Garrett? -Hm.
What did he say?
He said you crushed it.
[sighs] God, I hope so.
Let me tell you, if I got this promotion,
it would change everything.
You know, Jake and I are just getting by right now.
It would mean more money, more flexibility--
-You're a shoe-in. -You think so?
No one works as hard as you.
-[microwave beeping] -[chuckles]
And, uh, your boyfriend seemed to be a hit.
Garrett would not shut up about his golfing prowess.
Oh?
You know, he's not really my boyfriend.
What, too soon for labels?
No, I mean, we're not together.
Well, have you ever heard of this place called
The Companionship Collective?
Ew! The rent-a-date place?
[laughs] You make it sound so seedy.
[laughs]
No, I just, I just didn't wanna go
to this wine tasting alone, you know?
And now everyone thinks that we're together
and I just don't wanna correct anyone.
Please don't, don't say anything.
No. My lips are sealed.
Thanks, Russell.
Hm, hm.
Diane?
You know, next time you could just ask me.
Diane, update me on the Barkley account.
-It's right on schedule. -Mm!
Rumor is, the higher-ups are getting antsy, sir.
Seems they wanted their final audit weeks ago.
E-excuse me. Rumors from where?
If Diane is feeling overwhelmed, sir,
I can always take the ball and run.
Uh, this is an important account, Diane.
You sure you have everything well in hand?
Yes, I've spoken to the executive director.
And it's not just the audit, they also want
additional analysis on market growth.
But still, I'd rather not leave them hanging too long.
They won't be. I've got it under control.
[instrumental music]
[Garrett] Okay. Russell, what's happening with PG&N?
Uh, yeah, they, um, have been looking
to improve their absorption cost for the next fiscal year,
and, uh, the numbers are actually looking like
they're gonna line up.
You don't need to worry. I've got it under control.
-He has a lot of nerve. -It's fine.
He knows you're more talented, so he tries to undermine.
Well, he can try,
but I'm determined to not let him get to me.
[doorbell rings]
-Hi. -Hi.
It's a bad time?
Um, no, no. I-I just wasn't expecting...
Sorry, let me try this again.
-Hi. -Hi.
So I was cleaning out my car the other day
and found this.
Oh.
Oh, I can't believe I left this.
Y-you know, you didn't have to drive all this way...
Oh, no, I know how much it means to you.
Thank you.
[laughs] I'm sorry.
[sniffles] So my allergies are acting up.
Oh, yeah, I know what you mean, I get anywhere near a cat
and my eyes just turn bright red.
Um, can I trouble you for a glass of water?
Yeah, of course. Please, come in.
Thank you.
I played a little in college.
-Until I threw my shoulder out. -Oh, really?
I had a bunch of minor league offers, too.
-Oh, wow. -Yeah.
-From who? -A bunch of clubs.
Thank you, I was telling Jake here
that I went to college on a baseball scholarship.
Oh, yeah. He offered to show me some pitches. Can he, mom?
Yeah. It's no trouble. Really.
-Sure. -Yes! Come on.
I've got an extra glove in the garage.
[Miles] Or I can follow through.
[indistinct chatter]
Good catch.
[indistinct chatter]
[groans] I think I've read this same page three times.
It's lost all meaning. Alright. We need a break.
My eyes are fine.
Well, it's almost noon. Let's grab lunch.
You know, I-I'd really rather stay and finish.
-Come on. -It's okay.
My treat.
Diane, honey!
These just came for you.
-[Diane] Oh, my. -And here's a card.
I think you've found a keeper.
Gotta hold on to that.
From Miles? Your fake date?
He stopped by last night to drop something off.
It's nothing.
You went on one date, and he's showing up at your home?
We went out twice.
I guess I didn't realize it had become real.
It's not.
[Russell] You don't think it's strange that he'd reach out
to you after you hired him to go to one event?
He didn't reach out to me.
I ran into him at Jake's school.
He's part of the, um, Big Brother program there.
And you believe that?
Well, why wouldn't I believe him?
Because he lies for a living!
Russell, that's not fair.
-[scoffs] -What?
Nothing.
Well, you obviously wanna say something.
I just want you to be careful.
-Don't worry. I will be. -Okay.
[dramatic music]
[Diane] Miles?
-Hi. Diane, hey. -Hi. Hi.
What are you doing here? Oh, are you, uh...
You have a Big Brother event today?
No.
Actually, Jake asked me to come watch his practice.
I hope that's okay.
-Oh. -I should have asked you first.
-I wasn't thinking-- -[Jake] Mom! Mom!
I struck out three guys with my slider.
-You did? -Yeah. Did you see?
-Honey, that's amazing. -You're a natural, buddy.
-You think? -Yeah, yeah.
-[laughs] -[Miles] Yeah.
Well, I think this calls for a celebration, huh?
-You want some hot dog? -Yes!
-Yes? -Can you come?
Um, you know, honey, I'm sure
Miles has things he has to do.
Miss out on the celebration?
No. Yeah, I can absolutely come. Yeah.
Yes!
-All right, um, sure. Yeah. No. -Sure.
That still works.
-It's amazing, sweetie. -Yeah.
[indistinct chatter]
[Miles] I used to do like sauerkraut.
-[Diane] Mm, sauerkraut. Relish. -I didn't know...
-I like both... -Mustard, ketchup, a hot dog.
-Yeah. -Mustard, ketchup and a hot dog.
[indistinct chatter]
[Miles] Yeah. [Jake] And a bun, obviously.
Oh, it's the office, I-I gotta take this.
-All right, we'll order. -It'll just take a minute.
-It's on me. What do you want? -Whatever you get.
-You got it. -Hello?
[Betty on phone] Forrestor, Carlisle and Hobbes.
Hi, Betty. Um, yes.
I just got a message saying it was urgent.
Is, uh, Garrett trying to reach me?
[Betty] Oh, Mr. Garrett already left for the day.
It was Kyle. I'll put you through.
Diane, thanks for getting back to me so quickly.
[Diane] What's this about?
You know, for the longest time
I-I had trouble placing him.
-Excuse me? -[Kyle] Miles.
My sister-in-law, she brought him to a wedding last summer.
Although, he introduced himself as Benjamin.
-I think you're mistaken. -No. No.
She was very open about using The Companionship Collective.
She didn't feel the need to fool anyone with half-truths.
I wasn't trying to fool anyone.
But you did.
I'm sure Garrett will be very interested to hear
you've been actively deceiving him.
Kyle, please don't say anything.
[chuckles] You're asking me to lie, Diane?
No, I'm asking you to be the better person.
[sighs]
I don't believe that's in my best interest.
Wait, Kyle...
[chuckles] I do enjoy her company.
I hope you like spicy mustard.
Is everything okay?
That was Kyle.
Hey, buddy, uh, can you go grab us come napkins?
Yeah.
He knows who you are.
He's planning to use it against me.
-He threatened you? -Well...
He's gonna go to my boss.
I'll lose everything I worked so hard for.
-Hey, it'll be okay. -How can you say that?
I'm sorry, I have to go deal with this--
-Let me help. -No. Really.
There's nothing you can do.
Sweetie, let's go.
[dramatic music]
-Don't forget to wash up. Okay? -I won't.
Hey, mom, thanks for inviting Miles for my practice today.
He really helped my pitch.
-You didn't invite him? -No.
[intense music]
[car door opens]
[music continues]
[Betty] Morning.
-Hey, Betty. -Hey.
Um, is Garrett in?
Yeah, in his office. He was looking for you earlier.
[sighs] Okay. Thanks.
Good luck.
-[knocking on door] -Sir.
You wanted to see me?
Yeah. Come on in. Have a seat.
So I've been hoping to have a little chat, you and I.
Have you given much thought to your future?
-My future? -Huh. Here at the company.
-Did you talk to Kyle? -No.
I thought I would speak to you first.
I've been giving this a lot of thought,
and I think you would be an ideal candidate for partner.
Partner?
I have been very impressed with your work around here.
You've become invaluable in a very short time
and I think that you've earned it.
Thank you very much.
I-I don't even know what to say.
Well, thank you is a good start.
[laughs]
-Thank you again. -All right.
Now get out of here and do some work.
Yes.
[indistinct chatter]
[cell phone ringing]
Miles, hi.
[Miles] Hey. Just calling to check in.
You were just pretty upset yesterday when you left.
I-is everything okay?
Uh, yes. Thank you.
I-I appreciate that.
Actually, I got the promotion.
[Diane] I guess Kyle didn't say anything.
That's great, Diane.
We should celebrate.
Um, you know, a-actually,
I don't think that's a good idea.
[Miles] I think we owe it to ourselves
to see where this could go, right?
Take a chance with me, Diane.
Tsk. Okay. When?
You get lunch at 12:00, right? Meet me at the park.
-Front entrance? -I'll see you there.
Hey.
[knocking]
[muffled groaning]
Gotta make this quick, buddy. I have a date.
[sobbing]
-Was that Miles? -Yeah, it was.
I was talking with Betty. Her son's a grade above Jake.
She said Miles isn't a part of the Big Brother program.
-I don't understand. -He's not being honest with you.
I'm sure there's an innocent explanation.
I'll ask him when I see him.
I know it's not my place to say anything,
but I think you should stay away from this guy.
You're right. It isn't your place.
[instrumental music]
So I'm just a little confused.
Betty told me that you aren't part of the Big Brother program
at school, she said that there's no Miles.
I have to tell you something, and it's...
I don't know how you're gonna take this, but, uh,
the agency insists we use false names.
False names?
So you're not a Miles or a Benjamin.
No.
That's why Betty was confused
because she didn't know your real name.
I'm sorry for the deception.
The, but the agency just has really strict policies
on what we share with clients.
Clients?
[sighs] I thought we were becoming friends. I...
Are you still just playing a part with me?
No. Not anymore.
I-I'm sorry. I-I don't know what I was thinking.
No, I should have, I should have told you on our second date.
That-that's when I knew there was something real between us.
I'm Peter. Peter Dwyer.
You see, it's my real name.
Please stay.
[intense music]
What are you looking for?
Ideally, a fourth for golf.
Hm.
[music continues]
Gotcha.
[music intensifies]
[Diane] I guess that when it comes to dating,
I'm a little out of practice.
Well, you went through a traumatic event.
It takes time.
It must have been very hard.
It was.
It still is. I...
You know, I don't even sleep in the same bedroom since he died.
I sleep in the guest bedroom.
I haven't told anyone that.
I'm glad you trust me.
My wife...
she had been working late all week.
It was a big project.
She loved her job.
She should have called me, but she didn't.
And she wrapped her car around a tree going 50.
She died instantly.
I know that we got off to a rocky start,
but I want you to know that I've been more real with you
than anyone since my wife died.
And I've been wanting to share myself with you for a while now.
Thank you for hearing me.
I like being with you. You make me happy.
And I just haven't had that for a long time.
[dramatic music]
-Russell, what-- -He's not who you think he is.
-Who? -Your companion.
It's all been one big lie. His name isn't even Miles.
When I tried to hire him, they told me his name was Greg.
-When you tried to hire him? -I was worried about you.
That gives you no right to insert yourself like this.
And his name isn't even Greg or Miles.
It's Peter Dwyer, actually.
-He told you? -Yes.
It's agency policy to use fake names.
Okay, but he let you think
he was a completely different person for weeks.
-And you're just okay with that? -Well, at first, of course not.
But now that he's told me the truth...
If he's lying about his name, what else is he lying about?
[instrumental music]
[birds chirping]
-[Jake] Hey, mom? -Mm-hmm.
Can I, um, talk to you about dad?
[instrumental music]
Of course, honey. What is it?
Um, so we have, like,
this presentation at-at school
and, uh, we, like, have to
talk about someone that we look up to.
And I wanna talk about dad.
Honey, I think that's really lovely.
-When is it due? -Not until next week.
But when you're ready, we can talk about it, okay?
[school bus honking]
That's your school bus.
-You got everything? -Yeah.
-I'll see you later. -Okay.
Have a good day, sweetie.
-Bye. -Bye.
[door shuts]
[school bus revving]
[instrumental music]
[inhales sharply]
[cell phone buzzing]
[exhales sharply]
-Hello? -[Miles on phone] Hey!
I had a really great time the other day.
I'm really glad that I was able to open up to you like that.
I just haven't been able to do that with anyone else.
And I was hoping that you would let me take you out again.
I don't, I don't know, Miles. I...
Did I do something?
No, no. I just, I...
The timing's wrong.
[exhales] What does that mean?
I think you of all people would understand.
Come on, please, just, uh...
don't give up on this.
Look, I, I thought I was ready, but I'm-I'm just, I'm not.
-Diane... -I'm sorry.
Just let me...
Lis...
God!
[sniffles]
Knock, knock.
It's an apology.
I had no right to talk about your love life.
But?
No but. I'm sorry.
Thank you.
You know, just so you know, I ended it.
Really?
What kind of relationship starts on a lie?
Hm.
My grandparents lied to each other for years.
[Diane chuckles]
-Like your tie. -Thank you.
That's the truth.
[intense music]
Hey.
Miles.
What are you doing here?
You're not answering my phone calls.
Right. I thought I made myself clear.
I thought you felt the same way as me.
Look, so did I, but I... I'm sorry. It's just--
Hey, come on. We'll just, we'll go inside.
-We'll talk about this. -No, please.
Just... I can't.
So what, you're just gonna end it?
Because I thought we were being honest
with each other, I was connecting with Jake--
Hey! Leave Jake out of this.
-Okay? -No, I'm sorry. Hey.
Listen, I told you everything about me.
No, I actually don't know who you are.
-What else do you want from me? -Miles, stop.
-[Diane] Miles, stop. -Diane!
Stop!
Is everything okay?
[panting]
What was that?
Let's just go inside, Lori.
[dramatic music]
[door creaks]
[sighs]
[sighs] Okay, it doesn't look like he took anything, so...
Do you really think he was inside?
Oh, I don't know, but I never leave
that front door open.
-Could it have been Jake? -No, no.
He's spending the night at a friend's house.
How much do you know about this guy, anyway?
Well, at this point, I have no idea.
All right.
Let's find out exactly who we're dealing with.
Let's see who you really are, Peter Dwyer.
That's apparently a common name.
He said his wife's name was Jennifer
and that she died in a-a car accident.
Bingo. Okay.
"Couple involved in car accident. Husband survives.
Suspicious circumstances surrounding the accident."
He-he said she was driving home alone.
Do you want me to stay here tonight?
No, no. I'm-I'm okay.
I don't think you should be alone tonight.
Let's go to dinner.
[Diane] Okay.
[indistinct chatter]
[indistinct radio chatter]
What are the police doing here?
Oh, they're asking questions about Kyle.
Is he okay?
He's been missing for a few days.
His girlfriend filed a police report this morning.
[indistinct chatter]
He came to my house yesterday.
What?
When I told him I didn't wanna see him anymore,
he didn't take it well.
Diane.
He was there when Kyle called.
He knew Kyle threatened me.
Do you really think he's capable of hurting someone?
No.
I-I don't know.
Everything I thought I knew about this person
turned out to be a lie. I mean...
Who did I let into my life?
Maybe it's time we take this to the police.
And say what, the man I hired
to be someone else turned out to be someone else?
If you think he possibly had anything to do
with Kyle's disappearance, we have to, don't we?
I'm gonna be late. I have to pick up Jake.
[dramatic music]
-Hey, buddy. -Hey.
Your mom asked me to come pick you up today.
Um, she didn't mention it.
Uh, it probably slipped her mind.
Doesn't sound like her.
Well, you know how busy she's been.
You hungry? You wanna get some hot dogs?
-Come on. -All right.
All right.
I think it'd be good if they put cheese in the hot dog...
[indistinct chatter]
[chuckles] Got that fly ball.
-Betty, hey. -Hey.
Hey, uh, h-have you seen Jake? Is he still here? Wh...
No. He already left.
-With who? -With Miles.
Oh, you didn't know?
I-I'm sorry, Betty. I-I...
Diane!
[sighs] Come on.
Of course, I spoke to the police.
They told me to just stay home
and wait for them to contact me,
but I don't know how I'm supposed to stand...
[glass shatters]
-[Lori on phone] Diane? -Let me call you back.
[Lori] Why? Wait.
[music playing on earphones]
Oh, Jake.
[sighs] Oh, sweetie.
-Sorry, it slipped. -Oh, God.
Oh, you're here.
-Yeah? -Honey.
What were you thinking taking a ride from Miles?
He said that you told him to pick me up.
What's the matter? I thought you liked him.
Honey, that has nothing to do with it.
Why are you freaking out about this?
Honey, I need you to promise me
that you will never go anywhere with anyone
unless I give you permission.
-Okay? -Okay.
-I mean it. -Okay.
Sorry, sweetie. I'm just worried about you.
Did Miles say anything to you?
Like what?
I don't know. Anything strange?
You're the only one being strange right now, mom.
Miles is really cool.
Yes. I am very relieved. Thank you, officer.
[car honks]
-Danny's here. -Have everything you need?
-Uh, yeah. -Yeah? Pajamas? Toothbrush?
-Mm-hmm. Mom, I gotta go. -Listen, just...
I know things have been hard.
I just want you to know that I'm here for you.
-Okay? -Okay.
Whenever you need.
-I love you. -Love you, too.
[car honking]
-All right. -Okay.
-Bye, sweetie. -Okay, bye.
[instrumental music]
[Danny] Hey, Jake.
[car door shuts]
[car engine revving]
[instrumental music]
[gasps] ... Lori.
You didn't call me back. Is Jake okay?
Yes, he's fine.
He's fine. Oh, my God.
What about a restraining order?
I've already filed a complaint
with the police.
I mean, aside from picking
my son up from school,
he hasn't really done anything.
He lied about who he is.
He threatened you.
He lied about how his wife died.
Yeah, but we don't have any evidence.
He's dangerous. It's escalating behavior.
At the very least, call The Companionship Collective.
Lodge a complaint.
Let them know what's been going on.
You're right.
[cell phone dialing]
Hello?
Hi, yes. Uh, this is Diane Cooper.
Um, I've been seeing one of your companions, Miles,
and, uh, I need to speak to your supervisor
about him right away.
Are you sure you don't want me to stay,
especially with Jake being gone?
-No, really, I'm fine. -I can cancel my study group.
-They'll understand. -Absolutely not.
I'll see you at brunch tomorrow. Okay?
Okay.
Goodnight, sis.
Goodnight.
[intense music]
[sighs]
[dog barking]
[dramatic music]
Robert?
I'm right here.
[birds chirping]
[Diane sighs]
[sighs]
I dreamt you went away.
I would never leave you.
[intense music]
[gasps]
No, no, we don't have to fight it any longer.
What are you doing here?
I wanted it to be a surprise.
I know you've been scared of moving on.
That's why we couldn't be together.
[dramatic music]
I gave you a fresh start, you don't have
to be trapped by the past anymore, Diane.
-Please, just let me go. Please. -It's me.
It's okay, it's okay. It's okay.
[panting]
It's okay. It's okay.
You did all this for me?
Oh, for us.
Uh, not just that. You... Oh, God. Kyle...
Oh.
He threatened you.
So you took care of it for me.
I did.
Okay.
You're right.
I thought I wasn't ready to move on,
but I...
You deserve some honesty.
Okay.
So here it is.
Sometimes I hate him...
my husband...
for leaving me behind.
He said it was forever, and here I am, alone.
Uh, you're not alone. You're not.
Did you feel that way with your wife?
[gasps]
No.
Okay.
I guess you're a better person than I am.
You really loved her.
I did.
Did she even appreciate you?
Did she even know how lucky she was
to have you and all of your devotion?
Did she lie to you, Peter?
Don't call me that.
Did she break promises with you, Peter?
She said she loved me...
but she was betraying me.
And when I found out, I had to do something about it.
So you confronted her.
Didn't even deny it.
I told her we could work through it, but she just... laughed.
She was gonna walk out on me, on our life.
I couldn't let that happen.
I understand.
We let all these people in just so they can disappoint us.
[instrumental music]
I know why you did it...
why you killed her.
I had to.
It will be different with us.
[gasps]
Yes, it will.
Wait, wait.
Let me just freshen up.
I just, I want this moment to be perfect.
Why don't you find something for us to listen to?
Of course.
[whimpering]
[music playing on speakers]
[knocking on door]
Is everything okay in there?
Um, yeah.
Uh, you know, I just remembered
that my, um, sister's coming over for breakfast today
and I...
I, uh...
Can't wait to meet her.
[music playing on speakers]
I just don't want her to interrupt us.
We need to start building trust again, Diane.
Can we do that?
Of course.
[music playing on speakers]
I'm so glad you've come into my life.
Everything is wonderful now since I've met you.
Ah!
[groaning]
Stop! Get off me, get off me!
[grunting]
[groans]
-I thought you loved me! -Get off me, you psychopath!
[screaming]
[music playing on speakers]
[panting]
-[gasping] Lori! -What?
-What happened? -I-I... Miles.
He-he broke in last night. I-I just...
I-I just knocked him out, I...
-Call 9-1-1. -Okay.
[music stops]
[dramatic music]
I'm gonna go check.
Okay, Lori, wait.
[woman on phone] 9-1-1. What's your emergency?
There's been a break-in. Please hurry.
69-22 Singer Street.
[music continues]
Oh, my God.
[indistinct radio chatter]
You okay?
Yeah. Thanks.
-Hi. -[Russell] Hey.
Russell.
[sighs]
What did he say? Did they...
-Did they find him? -No. Not yet.
They will.
-You okay? -Yeah.
I'm really glad you came.
I'm glad you called.
Yeah.
It's gonna be all right.
[dramatic music]
[growls]
[instrumental music]
[music continues]
[intense music]