Stalked By My Ex Page #3

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How was your lunch?

Same old Alexis.

I heard you ran

into Brian Reardon.

How did you hear that?

It's a small town, Chloe.

Maybe it's too small.

Brian's a nice man.

He helped us when our

lawn mower was stolen.

He was seeing Viola

Simon's daughter,

but I think he ended it.

Thanks for the information.

I'm going to get a coffee.

Do you want one?

Nope, I'm good.

Hey, you made it!

Here.

You guys, this is Olivia.

She just moved from Los Angeles.

This is Mel and Roxy.

Hey.

Do you want some coffee?

Sure.

Thanks.

Thank you.

So, how was your first day?

It went better than expected.

Thanks for all your help.

Yeah, of course.

Let's take a

picture for our moms.

Cute.

So, I'm really

curious about your family.

You know, I think

my Mom has always

been jealous of your mom.

Really? Why?

I guess in high school

she was more popular

and had better grades.

But I think the main reason

is that she moved out of town.

Why would that make her jealous?

Most people who are

born here never leave.

I guess she is one

of the few who got out

and had a better life.

Yeah, but she came back.

That's the last thing

she really wanted to do.

I haven't made my decision yet.

I wasn't aware you were

still looking at applicants.

Yes, we have one more interview.

You know my loyalty

to the company, Gary.

As assistant sales director, I

was instrumental in securing

the Longwell account

and its chain of stores.

You did an amazing job, Alexis.

I would hate to

lose you in sales.

Right, but I feel I would rock

the marketing position

because of all that I've

learned about our brand,

about our customers.

Alexis, you're in the running.

That's all I can say.

You're seeing Chloe Lancaster?

Yes, do you know her?

We went to high school together

and she just moved back to town.

I haven't seen her in 20 years.

Our human resources department

brought her resume

to my attention.

I have to say her

resume is impressive.

She ran the marketing for

Dean Mason in Los Angeles

and that's no small job.

What do you know

about her situation?

I mean, we didn't keep in

touch while she was gone.

But I know that she moved back

to get away from her ex husband.

Your next appointment's

here, Mr. Coles.

I have my next appointment.

Alexis, we need to hire a person

who is the exact

fit for our needs.

Well, thank you

for seeing me Gary.

Any time, my door

is always open.

Well, unless it's closed.

Thanks for showing the house.

I just saw the

listing yesterday.

Now as you can see,

the living room has

great natural lighting.

It's a nice place.

Do you know why

the owners moved?

Job relocation.

Really?

Do you know where?

Out of town.

Are you new to the

area, Mr. Merritt?

No, I lived here for ten years.

What made you come back?

My daughter.

There's a great school nearby

and the shops are within

walking distance.

The bedrooms are this way.

How old is your daughter?

Umm, 15.

That's funny, the owner has a

daughter the exact same age.

Take your time.

I will meet you in the kitchen.

I told you not to

spend that money!

Let go of me!

I want you out of here, now!

Mommy!

Excuse me!

I think we're done here.

You got that right.

I'm done.

Oh, I really like this one.

Thanks.

We need to frame it.

I'd love to hang it in my den.

It still needs some work.

That's what every artist says.

You never feel like you're

done when you're creating.

How long did it take you

to learn to draw like this?

You never stop learning.

My dad really loved my artwork.

Well, I'm not surprised.

How did he see your drawings?

I may have sent him a few.

I'm guessing your

mom didn't know?

No.

And I bet she wasn't too

happy when she found out.

I really missed having a father.

I didn't know what my

dad was really like.

I didn't know what

he had done to mom.

I really hope he doesn't

find us, Grandma.

I'm so sorry.

You didn't do

anything wrong, Olivia.

Remember that.

Your mom loves you very much,

she would never let

anything happen to you.

And neither will I.

So, who's hungry?

I am.

What do say we get

some dinner started?

Okay.

I didn't think you'd call.

Why not?

You just moved in and

you're busy looking for work.

Actually, I have a

job interview tomorrow.

A job interview?

Yes, at a clothing company.

Kimmy Coles.

That's great.

Yeah, let me know how that goes.

I will.

So, why now?

What made you move back

after being gone so long?

You know that after my dad died,

I couldn't forgive my mom.

I thought I would

ever come back,

but it all changed when

my husband... ex-husband,

was released from prison.

Did he do something

to threaten you?

I know what he means by

the way he says things.

And he wants to be

in Olivia's life,

and that's not gonna happen.

Give me his name,

I'll get in contact with

his parole officer.

If he does come here,

he'd be crossing state lines

and that alone would get

him put him back inside.

Thanks, Brian.

I just want to start

my new life in peace.

I understand.

Any way I can help.

Thanks.

West Ridge?

So much for not going home.

Sam?

Yeah?

Where are you?

In the den.

What are you doing?

Sorry, I'm using your computer.

No, go ahead.

I was just looking for a job.

Well, something will turn up.

I know it's not much,

but it's what I have

to get you on your feet.

Thank you.

I know you'll get a place soon.

Chloe?

I'm sorry.

No, it's okay.

What's out there?

Nothing, I just... I

thought I heard a noise.

Do you remember when that

little bird used to come by

the window and chirp

every morning?

Yes, that was a horrible summer.

It never let me sleep in

past eight in the morning.

Dad had to come and scare

it away so I could sleep in.

I've finished the quilt.

I want you to have

it for your bed.

You know, it's funny.

You never used to

make me anything

after you married Duane.

That year before I left,

it was like all your

attention was on him.

Like dad never even existed.

I think you should

give this to Olivia.

I think it would be

a really nice way

for you to start your

relationship with her.

Okay, if you think so.

I never abandoned

your father, Chloe.

He had every chance

to save our marriage,

but decided to give

up on the family.

Dad was always there for me.

He was a closet drinker who

made excuses for his behavior.

Do you remember when he missed

your tenth birthday party

because he said he was working?

He left a bar and passed

out in his car on Route 12.

There are some things you just

don't discuss with your kids.

Right, until now.

For your defense.

He was also having affairs

during the last five

years of our marriage.

Like you had with Duane?

Your father and I were

through long before he died.

Duane was a friend who was

there when I needed support.

Sometimes it just

happens that way.

You knew that dad was

struggling and you knew

that he needed our help,

and you still left.

He begged you to stay.

Your father was beyond my help.

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