I think the two of us have something to clear up
Glad that you think so too. From my perspective, the matter is clear.
Do you realize the difficult situation you've put me in?
== Me?? == Yes, who else?!
I can't believe it. Vanessa has really twisted you around her finger!
Damn it to hell! If it gets out that I've let someone steal my exam documents--
It wasn't ME though!! Fucking intrigues like that aren't my style. That's much more like Vanessa and her father.
Felix, I realize you and Vanessa were once a couple, and that this is hard, now, for you to see me with her
Yes! But that's no reason to stoop to getting my hands dirty.
Why did you even move in here if you think I'm that much of an asshole, huh?
We all let ourselves get carried away sometimes
But I at least admit to the shit I've caused. When you were fired from AllMedia, for example--
You wanted to cover up your mistake at first then too!
Fine
Have you asked yourself how I supposedly smuggled the document into Vanessa's purse?
I trust you with having at least that much ingenuity
And I'm supposed to do all that in the hopes that you'll rummage through her purse and find that paper?! Kind of absurd, don't you think??
So, who do you believe? Her or me?
Man!
I'm certain you wouldn't regret the investment
Your tips have always turned out well
Nevertheless, there's one little thing about this I don't understand
The Lahnstein Bank has, without doubt, more than enough capital at its disposal to undertake this deal on its own
That's correct
So why do you need me on board? And don't try telling me it's on account of 'old friendship'.
I know quite well that you don't allow emotions to play a part when it comes to business
It has more to do with my father. Yeah, with investments of this magnitude...
... he errs on the side of caution, only goes after the small fish
I see
And you want to show him who's king of the hill
Hmm... if you want to phrase it like that
Our first deal in good ol' Europe. We need to have a drink to that, hm?
Sure
We haven't cooked for this many people since you've been in the world, hm?
Are you raising your daughter all alone?
Uhm, my husband is in Milan, he works for a photo agency
That sounds like an exciting job
Uhm, fashion photography. Say, can you hold her for just a sec?
== Of course. == Thanks.
== Come over here. Oh, kick, kick, kick. == Go ahead and set her down.
Oops, so...
Between his wife and his daughter he already has two beautiful models. - Hey...
== Would you like some more water, too, Leonard? == I'm afraid this isn't the best time.
Here, I'll do that, it's all right
It's a nice evening, don't you think?
It would be even nicer if Cécile weren't here. Then we wouldn't have to hide anything.
Well, I don't know what your problem is. I think your stepmother is very nice.
At any rate, she seems to be enjoying herself
== Hello? == Yes, Carla, Bernd here. Is your brother at home? I can't get through to him.
Ansgar? No idea, I'm not at Königsbrunn.
Ah
Were you able to persuade him about the conference center?
Well, that's what I'm assuming
That's why I want to speak with him. There are some details to resolve.
Well, I'll cross my fingers for you. A good business deal is the best way to score points with Ansgar.
That's exactly my intent
But don't let yourself be bamboozled. When it comes to negotiating, my brother is a pretty tough customer.
Well, don't worry, so am I. In business matters!
Yes, I'm confident of that. I wish you lots of luck!
Thanks. Enjoy yourself.
== Ah, finally! Would you have a brief moment? == If it's necessary.
== How did it go? Was the meeting successful? == Is that why you waited here for me?
I, uh... just wanted to know where things stood
We've got a deal. What did you expect?
You seriously want to watch this blood and gore?
Yeah, flicks like that are great for venting steam
== Hi! == Hi.
Wanna get some glasses? We can hang out and enjoy ourselves here.
And as for horror - the movie is no match for reality anyway
== Come on, let's go into your room. == Not necessary, this won't take long.
I'd rather spare myself this sight. Let's go get something to eat, maybe they'll be done by the time we get back.
== You are so lacking in class. == Mhm, you're a fine one to talk!
What do you mean, "this won't take long"?
I've been thinking about the whole thing again. Your accusations against Felix don't make any sense.
But...
... who else would have put the test answers in my purse?
You really can't think of anyone else??
You aren't saying you believe that I...?
Yes, I do. And I think it's disgraceful what you're trying to pull off here!
Lars, uh, please...
I can explain it
You think I'm going to fall again for what you say?!
Lars!
It's over, permanently!
Yes, and then I took my mother's beloved Tiffany lamp, and threatened to smash it, if she stuck me in a boarding school
== Oh! == Oh, and I'm sure that worked!
Well yeah, not exactly. She did relent, but then when I went to put the lamp back, it slipped out of my hand.
Oooh!
== And you had to go to boarding school after all. == Yep, I did.
With me it wasn't quite that dramatic. In order to avoid boarding school, I painted measles all over my face.
Mmh! Your father didn't believe that though, did he?!
Of course not. All he did was ask me where my sudden interest in painting had come from.
Up until then, that had always been Carla's domain
Her caricatures of our school teachers back then were legendary
== And when we hit puberty-- == Oh come, come now! That really has nothing to do with this, hm?
== Yeah, yeah, when kids play sick, huh? == O ho ho ho.
And you're acting like a rebel here. When Nico was supposed to leave for boarding school, you told her stories about Brutus, your pet dog
== Those are all true! Right, Carla? == Yes!
Mhm
Nico doesn't have to replicate EVERY mistake
And besides, it also wouldn't be smart to start right off by telling her about all my sins
Oh, so there are more, are there?
Why am I always the one, anyway?? Carla, you could tell stories too!
== Mhm, yes! ... Oh right! == I was always the dutiful little daughter.
Then that must have been a clone of you, back in your childhood, hm?
And you? Except for your little blackmail, were you always so well-behaved?
Yes, I was innocence personified
Which I'm sure your mother can attest to, the next time she comes to visit
Don't you dare!
Oh, you're never getting out of this now! Come on, start talking!
Oh, excuse me
Awhh
== Yes, Johannes? == Everything good with you?
== Yes. == Great. Have you heard anything from Moritz?
Yes, he's doing better. And you know what? He's agreed - he's going to move into the house with his pals.
Oh, I'm glad
Would you like to speak to Carla and Leonard? They're here, too. We're all sitting here together.
== So, will you guys be staying there awhile? == Yes...uh no...I, uhm... I was just going to leave.
You don't have to, Cécile
No, but I want to though
See you soon, all right?
Well, and so... so what happens next?
I'm not quite sure what you mean
Well, what step I should take next, in order to move things along--
Mr. von Beyenbach, your little tip was really very...
... helpful
'Helpful'?
Yes. However, I think the rest is best left to the pro.
Excuse me?!
I'm taking care of the deal
Alone
I can understand that you're angry, uh... and disappointed
But what I did had nothing to do with US
No, you were only using me!
Granted, I uhm... really wanted to pass the exam. And uhm...
... in the beginning, that's why I flirted with you, but...
Oh please, Lars! You must have noticed that for me this is more than just a little affair?!
Right, it's pure scheming!
That's not true
I've fallen completely in love with you
Wow, what a brilliant performance...
... you bitch!
Hah, kudos!
How do you do that anyway, crying on command? That's practically perverse!
Why don't you believe me?! You think it was so easy for me to admit that?
Felix was right
You're a scheming slut. All that matters to you are your tests!
I couldn't care less about them!
Oh yeah? Since when?
Right, of course not!
First you wanted to use me, and then, with time, you realized...
... that you found me totally awesome
Why are you doing this?
Vanessa, do me a favor and get lost!
And don't ever show your face here again!
== Are you joking?! == Do I look like I'm joking?
== That tip came from me! == Oh, no one's contesting that.
== You can't just simply boot me out like this! == Oh, of course not!
== Well, so then why are you talking about-- == As far as I'm aware, you can't boot someone out who was never in.
And now if you'll excuse me?
Wait just a minute! That's not how it goes!
Mr. von Beyenbach, are you trying to threaten me?
I just want to be treated fairly
MY tip is going to earn the Holding millions, so NATURALLY I expect a commensurate stake!!
Well, fine. How much do you want to climb on board with? One million? Two?
Me, climb on board, with my own deal?
Oh, I had credited you with a little more experience in international business deals
As far as I know, the Lahnstein Bank is going to be financing this deal, correct?
You know good and well that I don't have the adequate funds at the moment
Ahh...
... of course! How sad.
Oh well, I'm sure there will be other opportunities, once you're somewhat more solvent
You can't do this to me!
Mr. von Beyenbach, you take all this much too personally
In business all that counts is a cool head, and of course the necessary loose cash
You'll excuse me?
Don't let us bother you, it's been a long time since we had a concert here at Königsbrunn
Anybody have any particular requests?
Uh yeah, do you guys know anything by Personal War?
Of course, but unfortunately not from their latest album!
Ah, then how about a Viennese Waltz? Certainly you have that in your repertoire.
Okay
May I have this dance?
Uh, me and waltzes? Not on your life!
Oh come on, you can do it, you managed it at the wedding
Yeah, try asking my dance partner, I don't know if he's been able to walk ever since
Is this considered a private lesson?
Yes
I'll take over, just watch. It isn't as difficult as it looks.
I could have done that, too!
== Well, then you can take over again! == Uh, no, thanks.
But Father was always so sought after as a dance partner
I know
Was something wrong with the gnocchi?
No no, it's fine, I just wasn't hungry
The check, please
Sure
Ah, checks are being handed out, I'm right on time!
Walther, are you crazy, showing up here?
Is that any way to greet an old friend?
What do you want?
I wonder
I put down quite a bit of money to delay the bidding on the construction of the conference center
Yes, I know that. And?
And the deal was that I would have a part in the project
So, either we're in on it, or I recoup my expenses, immediately and with interest
Give me a few more days, I just need to come up with the dough for my share
Then you'd better get a move on. Otherwise you're going to wish that--
Hey, come on, come on, come on!
Here you go, the check
Yes, Angelo
Thanks
What about your fiance, anyway, that von Lahnstein?
A global-scale auction house like that is certainly sitting on some fat petty cash, don't you think?
Ah, Ansgar!
It's Ladies' Choice Night - are you available?
I'm afraid I don't have time for such entertainment
Father, I would like to discuss a business matter with you
Certainly that can wait till tomorrow morning, can't it?
It's about the planned construction of that conference center, again
Ansgar, my decision hasn't changed, so please!
Yes, yes, I know, you didn't want us to enter into it alone. So I've found an investor.
Oh really? On such short notice?
It wasn't easy, and I had to move a few mountains, but he's ready to climb on board with the necessary funds
Who is it? Do I know him?
Uhm, not likely. A business associate of the Lahnstein Bank, in Singapore.
Superior credit rating, naturally. I think that meets all your conditions.
Yes, congratulations! Nice work, Ansgar.
Thank you. I really wanted to make sure the Lahnstein Holding had a part in the project.
Another reason to keep partying!
Your brother is demonstrating his prowess on the piano again
I... actually wanted to discuss a few details with you right away
== Oh, that doesn't really have to be this evening, does it?! == That's right, don't be a spoilsport, come!
I'm afraid the business doesn't run itself on its own
You have to be able to exhale once in a while, Ansgar!
What's the point of a man working, if he can't properly enjoy his success?
How about a tango?!
Sure, why not
== Oh. == Oh. == Oh, I remember that spot being different!
Sorry, but I think the pianist needs to take a break
I'm not letting you go back to the States! Without you it will be totally boring here.
You are grounded, until further notice!
Speaking of which, I think I'm going to head on up
What do you all think of continuing the party in my room, and I'll play some of my stuff for you, hm?
== Uhm... == Sure, fine by me. But please, no heavy assaults on the eardrums, all right?
== Well, let's go! You guys coming? == No, I've had my fill.
And what about you, Cécile?
Feel free to go, I have a few phone calls to make anyway
Uhm, actually, I do too
You guys are missing out!
Oh, it's so nice to see Leonard in such good spirits again
Before, he was always so withdrawn when he came here to visit
And do you have any idea why that was?
Well, everything here reminds him of his mother
As you know...
... he was sitting next to Francesca, when she died in the car accident
But thank heavens he seems to be getting over that now
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