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Wednesday, February 13, 2008 Henry's gambling buddy Gray shows up at the diner and makes eyes at Vienna, which does not please Henry. He decides to teach him a lesson at the gambling table, but that idea backfires when Henry loses and is unable to pay up. Gray makes an offer that angers Henry. Today’s episode was directed by Maria Wagner. No writer listed due to writer's strike.
Transcripts from TVMegasite Henry: I'm feeling frisky. What do you say, we close up a little early, and do something wicked? Vienna: Ooh, I like the sound of that. What do you have in mind, Mr. Frisky? Henry: Well, I've got my eye on a filly named sweet justice and there's 50 bucks burning a hole in the register, so I was thinking, why don't we -- Vienna: No. I mean it, Henry. No more gambling! Now have a bite of my pepparkakor and forget all about those silly horses. Henry: Hey, no -- no, thank you. Vienna: What? But I thought you loved my pepparkakor. I -- oh, I -- I see what's going on. You're tired of me, aren't you? Henry: Oh, liebchen, no! Vienna: Well, you say that I'm irresistible and that you love and adore every single inch of me. But that's not enough, is it? Living a conventional life and running a diner is too boring. You want adventure and action and danger -- Henry: Vienna, sweetheart, you are -- all the excitement that I need. Vienna: Well -- Henry: Yeah. Vienna: Spicing things up every now and then, you know, doesn't sound too bad. Henry: I like the sound of that. Gray: Henry! It's good to see you again. Henry: Yeah -- Gray: So, this is the famous al's diner that I've heard so much about. Henry: Yeah, best food in Oakdale. You won't be disappointed. Gray: No, I don't think I will be.
Vienna: Why did you invite him here? Henry: Well, we have a sign that says, come in, we're open. It seems to be working. Vienna: I don't want your gambling buddies here. This is a family restaurant. Henry: Sweetie, he's probably just going to have a quick lunch and be on his way. I will find out what he wants, okay? Vienna: No, I will deal with this. What would you like? Gray: I don't know. It all looks so good.
Vienna: So, what can I get for you, Mr. Gerard? Gray: Gray. What do you recommend? Vienna: Everything is good. Everyone loves my pepparkakor. Gray: Beautiful and a cook -- Henry is a lucky man. Vienna: No, no, no. I'm the lucky one. Henry is smart, generous and faithful, but unfortunately, he also love high stakes games. So, if you're here to corrupt him, I won't let that happen. Henry has better things to do than playing games, unless it's with me, of course. Gray: You have my word. I do not want to get on your bad side. So tell me, what is a beautiful woman like you doing working in a diner? Vienna: Well, Henry and I own this establishment. Not only am I the cook, I'm the waitress and hostess, and I make sure our customers are happy. Gray: I'm sure you're very good at what you do. Vienna: So, what would you like? Gray: You know, I really can't decide. Vienna: Try the pepparkakor, you can't go wrong. Gray: I think I will. I think I'm in very good hands.
Vienna: So, what are you doing in Oakdale? Gray: I'm exploring new business opportunities. Investing. So, you are clearly a woman with an eye for the finer things in life. And you've made a success of this place. Vienna: Thank you. It hasn't been easy, but it's been a labor of love. Gray: You know, your eyes sparkle when you're excited. Most women require fine jewelry or furs to achieve that effect. But with you, it comes naturally. Henry: Excuse us. Something's burning. Vienna: Oh no. It's not the stove -- it is me. I thought you were trying to get rid of him, not get him to propose. Vienna: Oh, Henry, you're jealous. That's so sweet. But I would never look at any other man. I only have eyes for you. Henry: That may be true, but Gray's eyes have practically been undressing you, and I'm not going to let him get away with it.
Henry: Thanks for coming. You can pay on the way out. Gray: No, I'm not finished yet, Henry. Henry: Yeah, you are. Gray: I was enjoying getting to know your lovely wife. Henry: Actually, Gray, we're not married. But I can assure you, our bond is unbreakable. Gray: Why not tie the knot? I mean, if I had a woman like Vienna, marriage would only be the beginning. Henry: Yeah, it's a little unconventional, I agree, be we couldn't be more committed to each other, okay? Gray: It's a shame the lady doesn't play poker. She'd be a welcome addition to our table. Henry: Yeah, don't hold your breath. We have better things to do. Gray: Aw, that's too bad, Henry. I'm on my way to a game right now. I was hoping maybe you'd join me. You did rather well the other day. I was thinking maybe I'd recoup some of my losses. Henry: Maybe some other time. Gray: Yeah, you don't want to upset Vienna -- causing trouble in your non-marriage could get tricky. Vienna: What did he say to make you get smoke out of your ears? Henry: Nothing, nothing -- I just -- I remembered that I -- we need doggie biscuits. Vienna: No, pepper can wait -- Henry: No, no! Won't take me, but a second. I'll be right back, sweetheart, okay?
Gray: Well, look who got let off his leash. Henry: We keep the dog on a leash, Gray. I come and go as I please. Gray: So Vienna knows you're here? Henry: Why don't you just deal me in, huh? Gray: Come on. Not bad. Looks like you could use a good luck charm, Henry. Are you expecting Vienna? Let's just hope she lets you win a hand before she drags you out of here. Henry: That's really funny, Gray, really is. But I think I will have the last laugh. What do you -- what do you guys say about double or nothing? Well boys, it was fun while it lasted -- Gray: That's it? Henry: But I am out. Yeah, afraid so. Gray: You're cashing in? Henry. Come on, why play it safe? Win one more hand and who knows, you could surprise Vienna with something decadent. Henry: All right, deal me in. Gray: No fear. I like that. Poker player #1: I'm out. Poker player #2: I'll raise you two. Gray: I'll see your two and I'll raise you. Henry: I'll see you and I'll raise you -- I'll raise you four. Poker player #2: Too rich for my blood. Gray: Henry? Henry: Hmm? Gray: Cover your bet? Henry: Oh, I'm good for it. Gray: I sure hope so. Poker players: Whoa! Nice hand. Very nice. Very. Oh, man. Not so good hand to been dealt.
Gray: Looks like your luck ran out, Henry. Oh, well. There's always next time. Henry: Yeah -- uh -- see I don't exactly -- I don't have the cash on hand. Gray: Tapped out? Henry: No, no, no. No, no, no, no, nothing like that. It's just that, it's tied up in the stocks and bonds, the usual stuff. Gray: Well I'm sure we can make an arrangement. What other assets do you have? Henry: The diner. I won it in a poker game. Looks like I'm going to lose it in a poker game. Gray: I don't imagine Vienna will be too happy about that. She seems awfully attached to the place. Henry: I know. Gray, she'll be devastated. But that's not your concern, is it? Gray: Still, I would hate to cause Vienna any pain. Henry: That's very nice of you, Gray. Very nice. Gray: Don't misunderstand me. A bet's a bet. Henry: Yeah. Gray: You owe me, and you're going to have to pay. But I'm a reasonable guy -- I'm going to offer you a deal. You give me one night with Vienna, and your debt will be forgiven. Henry: What? What -- you -- you can forget that, Gray! I don't want you anywhere near Vienna!
Vienna: What's wrong Pepper? Is Henry in trouble? What is he up to now, hmm?
Henry: There is no way I'm going to let you lay a hand on Vienna. Gray: It was just a suggestion. Forget I ever mentioned it. Henry: I will, Gray. Gray: I know how much Vienna loves the diner, Henry. She's going to be heartsick about losing it -- but she also loves you. I'm sure she'll forgive you. Henry: Yeah, I hope so. Gentlemen.
Vienna: Henry, where are you? Henry, where have you been? Have you been gambling again? Tell me the truth. Are you in trouble? Huh?
Henry: Trouble? What kind of trouble would I be in? Vienna: You didn't go behind my back and play poker again, did you? Henry: Of course not. I -- I would never break a promise to you. Vienna: Then where have you been? I've been worried sick. Henry: I have been -- looking for those Swedish dog biscuits -- pepper likes so much. Vienna: Oh, Henry. That's so sweet. Where are they? Pepper is starving. Henry: Where are they? They're uh -- they're right -- Vienna: I knew it. You were lying. You've been playing poker, haven't you? Henry: They're right here. Vienna: Oh! [Henry laughs nervously] Can you forgive me? You are the most generous, wonderful, kindest man I know. I'll never doubt you again. Henry: Okay.
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