The Royals of Malibu - 10. Miracles Take a Little Time

Starting point is 00:00:00 On the last episode of The Royals of Malibu... You're fucked up, David! You attacked Savannah and you attacked me! And I'm gonna make sure that it doesn't happen to anyone else. I just wanted to let you know that whatever happened with David, I believe you because he probably did to you exactly what he did to me. Oh now I'm fucking angry. I want to teach him a lesson.

Starting point is 00:00:37 Some dangerous. I mean. I can't believe he just did nothing out of here. Here, I have to go. Go go go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, go, Stop! Stop! Stop! Please! Looking at David's buddy face, I wonder if I really know Reed Royal at all. One note we should mention. This episode contains adult language and, subject matter that may not be appropriate for younger audiences. Please take care in listening. thing. My mind is still spinning after we get home from the Worthington party, and I can't sleep.

Starting point is 00:01:39 What if David tries to hurt Reid? Or me? If it tries to hurt Reed, or me. Hey. Hey Reed. Can't sleep. Nope. Do you think Eastern Azazanex or something? I'm still kind of hyped up. You don't need that shit.

Starting point is 00:02:03 Okay, I don't know if you've noticed, but I'm really not a fan of you telling me what to do. I'm sorry, it's just... What? That's how my mom's pill thing started. She couldn't sleep, so she'd take a pill. Then when she had a headache, another pill. Eventually, it just spiraled.

Starting point is 00:02:34 I'm so sorry. I can't imagine watching that and not knowing how to help. I didn't understand it at the time. I was little, you know. I knew she was sad, but I didn't make the connection. I tried to bring it up with my dad a few times, but I didn't really know how to talk about it. And he sure as hell didn't know how to listen.

Starting point is 00:03:08 Well, that's not gonna happen to me, okay? I promise. I know. Hey, so... I kind of lost control back there... with David. Yeah, I noticed. Read it.

Starting point is 00:03:29 It was fucking terrifying. I thought you were gonna kill him. When I think about someone hurting, someone I care about, I just snap. No one's going to hurt me again. Okay, I won't put myself in a situation like that. Now that I know Malibu is full of snakes. Besides, I never asked you to protect me.

Starting point is 00:03:54 You're right. And I have to say, you were actually pretty badass tonight. I felt badass. So, what do you think David is gonna do now? I'm sure he's furious, but he's also been publicly shamed, which is the worst thing that can happen to someone with his ego. Probably end up transferring schools or something, but...

Starting point is 00:04:21 he's not gonna mess with you again. It's so crazy that I live here now, right next to the ocean. I like that you're here. Things have definitely been more complicated, but it's fun. You think so? Yeah. When you moved in, I didn't think you'd last long, but I'm glad you did. You thought I'd bail.

Starting point is 00:04:56 I didn't think you'd last a week. If I did leave, it would have been because you and Eastern were such assholes. Yeah. Yeah, I know. We gave you a hard time. What was your deal? Seriously?

Starting point is 00:05:08 What do you think? Trust me. I've tried to cycle and analyze you many times. It's not that deep. When you moved in, we were jealous. My dad has never been there for us. And suddenly, he was ready to step up for some strange girl and Steve died. When our mom passed, he did the exact opposite for me and Ease. He basically

Starting point is 00:05:29 just disappeared. Hmm. Maybe he feels like I'm this new opportunity to not miss up being a parent. Like I'm a second chance. Hmm. Sucks to be me then. You know, you could try talking to him about it. My dad and I only talk when I fuck up. I don't want to talk about my daddy issues right now. Mountains are beach. Mountains, definitely.

Starting point is 00:06:03 Mountains! You don't like the beach? The beaches are beautiful, but I don't like sand. You don't like sand? Hey, that's not that weird. Sand sticks to you and gets everywhere. It'll be an every crevice for the next three weeks. Okay, my turn. What's your type? My type.

Starting point is 00:06:25 Yeah. What kind of girls do you usually go for? That's a ridiculous question. It's not. According to Eastern, you barely did anyone. You can't only be into water polo. You don't have to worry about water polo text in your back. I'll come on, Reed.

Starting point is 00:06:38 Answer the question. I answered yours. Okay. You really want to know? Yes, you idiot. I tend to go for former Cam girls who think I hate them. Oh. Are you surprised?

Starting point is 00:07:00 I mean, yeah, first of all, that can't be historically accurate. But I guess I wasn't expecting you to say that. Yeah, me either. Read Kisses Me and I know I'm done for. I am officially obsessed with read royal. My heart pounds, my blood pumps for him. I feel desperate and alive. Ashland have done that. Ella, what if I end up at a college on the East Coast?

Starting point is 00:07:46 You know your dad has a private jet, right? Look, we don't have to think about that. I just want to focus on us right now. On this. Are you sure? Yeah, I am. You know you're supposed to ask me before you pick me up Caveman style. Oh shit.

Starting point is 00:08:10 Can I pick you up Caveman style? Yes. Take me anywhere, Cromagnan Man. We are going to bed. And you are going to sleep. Come here! Hold me. Don't go yet. This is the best part.

Starting point is 00:08:43 Yeah, that's pretty good. I shimmy up against Reed and... Oh, don't move like that. Why? You know I. Don't move my hips like this. What do you think you're doing? How about you describe it to me?

Starting point is 00:09:11 You're being bad Very bad Hmm, and what are you gonna do about it? I trace my fingers all the way down, reads chest until he grabs my wrists, pins them over my head and rolls on top of me. Finally, you're right where I want you. Ella, I am so crazy for you. He kisses me again and it's like he's trying to eat me alive.

Starting point is 00:09:47 Consume me and it feels incredible. But the next morning, Rita's gone. Again. What the fuck can this guy just stay put for once? I'm going to need it. I haven't been roller-boating since I was like, 10. That's like riding a bike on stilts. Alright, let's get you vertical. Ah! Look at me! I'm doing it! You're skating!

Starting point is 00:11:22 Wanna try the ramp? We'll do the bunny slope. Uh, no thanks. I'll watch. Show me what you thought, girl! Whoa! That is so impressive! I'll teach you the trick when you're ready. Wanna skate down the sidewalk for a bit?

Starting point is 00:11:41 Yeah, let's do it! So, are you doing with everything? I'm okay. Surprisingly. Feeling more normal. Finally. Oh Savannah told me to give you this A crystal rose quartz. She says it's for healing. She's on this whole spiritual journey. Oh, okay. Well, tell her I said thanks, I guess. She was actually super sweet this morning and calm. It was weird. And oh my god, Easton came over last night. What? She said they're trying to be friends. What? She said they're trying to be friends. Friends?

Starting point is 00:12:24 Hmm. Sounds spicy. I hope Beeston has his shits together this time, so Vanna can't handle any more drama this year. Yeah, fingers crossed they don't murder each other. How are you and Tam? Ugh. I don't know. On distance sucks.

Starting point is 00:12:42 I thought you guys were doing good. One day we are, then we're not. not just making all these new cool friends at college and I feel like such a baby in comparison So then I look like a bitch suddenly we're fighting. It's exhausting You'll work it out you guys are so cute together Everyone is cute on Instagram. It's the biggest line the planet Long distance is hard, dude. I know you're a reader credit iffy right now, but it's not going to get any easier when you're apart. Mm-hmm.

Starting point is 00:13:13 I can't think about that. Things are good with read right now, and that's what I'm going to focus on. That does it sound very convincing. Let me have this foul. Please, I just did revenge. I'm tired. just did revenge. I'm tired. We did revenge. And I'm just trying to protect your heart.

Starting point is 00:13:31 Someone I feel like you're not very good at that. Yeah. You might be right about that. So this is the first course out of eight? Yeah, but I wasn't really listening when the server described what this is. Something with fish eggs. This restaurant is so fancy. Well, I don't want to brag, but it was really, really hard to get a reservation. It was?

Starting point is 00:14:15 Yeah, I had to name drop my dad and probably got someone else booted off the list. Read! Hey, you deserve to be here more than any of these people. Is now a good time to tell you that I've never had sushi. What? What? Yeah, I mean, I'm excited to try it, but I've definitely never done the raw fish thing. Oh god.

Starting point is 00:14:34 I should've gone with Italian. Everyone likes Italian. No, no, this is great. I'm glad you chose this place. You didn't even know if you liked it yet. Well, I'm sure I'll like it. Wait, have you ever had caviar? don't even know if you like it yet. Well, I'm sure I'll like it. Wait, have you ever had caviar?

Starting point is 00:14:47 Of course I've never had caviar. I'm sorry, idiot. Shut up. Cheers. Cheers. Hmm? Hmm. Do you hate it?

Starting point is 00:15:04 It's... Mushy! Oh my god. It's just... Really different. I mean, I don't... Not... Not like it.

Starting point is 00:15:13 Um... I'll get used to it. This is the first time in history that anyone's had no boo and said they'll get used to it. I'm just super special. So... Uh, what do you want to study in college? I'm not super special. So, what do you want to study in college? I'm not sure yet. I feel like business is a good major, or maybe polysci. Ooh, send in a read royal.

Starting point is 00:15:36 Can you imagine? But, well, I feel like everything is politics, right? All the little laws that no one pays attention to that actually affect so many people's lives. Maybe I could actually make a difference in the world. That's really cool. And I know you could. One step at a time.

Starting point is 00:15:58 First, I have to make up some kind of inspirational story for these dumb college essays. I mean, wanting to change the world is pretty inspirational, but also I heard that you recently had a really tough time getting a table at Nobu, and I'm sure college essay readers can really relate to that. Oh, there's our server with the next course. I'm sure it's something else obnoxiously fancy

Starting point is 00:16:20 that you've never tried before, or one to two. I'm ready. You're a true gorilla. obnoxiously fancy that you've never tried before or wanted to. I'm ready. You're a true gorilla. Can I help you? Yeah, can I get a number two, no onion, and can we make the fries animal style animal style? Trust me. It's the only way. Wow. I get two dinners on the same date. I am such a lucky girl

Starting point is 00:16:52 I think it's only fair that you get to eat something you actually like Oh hang on one of the polo guys is calling me that's weird What's up? What's up? What? Yeah. Okay. Okay. Yeah.

Starting point is 00:17:06 Okay. Okay. I'll head over there right now. Just keep everyone calm till I get there. Fuck. What's wrong? Eastern showed up to practice high. My dad's talking to the school now.

Starting point is 00:17:19 Oh my god. Why would Eastern do that? What's wrong? Eastern showed up to practice high. My dad's talking to the school now. Oh my God, why would Eastern do that? Because he's fucked up. His whole family is fucked up. Shit. Is he gonna get expelled? Honestly, I don't know.

Starting point is 00:17:38 This might be his last strike. Fuck. I think... Fuck! There they are. Hey Ella, cute hair. Brooke, what happened? How would you describe what happened, Eastern? I fucked up, daddy. Mm-hmm, you did fuck up. You should have to practice so high your coaches

Starting point is 00:18:34 thought you were having a psychotic break. Oh, maybe I am. You even care about me when I was a good kid, but look at us now. I brought the whole family together. You even care about me when I was a good kid, but look at us now. I brought the whole family together. Are you seriously playing the victim? I have had enough of you. You could get expelled over this and I wouldn't blame them.

Starting point is 00:18:54 You need to chill, Dad. And what do you have to say for yourself, Reed? Me? What did I do? Yeah, am I supposed to just ignore the bruises on your knuckles that the cuts on your face? I told you that if I cut you fighting again, I'd send you somewhere that could deal with you. Tell him you can't do that. Yes, I can. And let me be fine.

Starting point is 00:19:12 Send me to military school. As if that's going to fix any of the shit that's wrong with this family. What kind of brother are you, anyway, huh? You could have stopped this. I'm not the fucking parent here. Correct. I am your father. You should have told me that Eason was getting out of hand. Why? So you could ignore it just like you ignored mom?

Starting point is 00:19:32 Read, that's not fair. What's not fair is neglecting your family for 10 years, letting your wife with her and die, and then getting a replacement girlfriend six months after the funeral. Who says it was AFTER? What the fuck is that supposed to mean? Oh come on dad, everyone knows you were cheating on her. On your mother? Yeah, that's not true, I loved your mother.

Starting point is 00:19:57 You sure don't act like it. You don't act like you love any of us. Ever. You love's work? And maybe you love broken. Now Ella, but not your own family. Okay, I think we're getting a little off track here. The problem is Easton's truck use.

Starting point is 00:20:15 No, the problem is that we are all struggling and you can't handle it, Dad. You can't step up and be a father to us. So you throw money at these helpless girls to make yourself feel like you're a good guy, but you're not. You're a dead-beet, Dad, who just happens to live in our house. Rish, this isn't Easton's fault.

Starting point is 00:20:39 This is your fault. You are the parent. Where the fuck were you? I... I don't know. When you're picking new school for me, make sure it's a thousand miles away because once I'm gone,

Starting point is 00:20:54 I'm never coming back. I'm outta here. Read, wait. Hold on, brawn, come coming with. Ella, get in the car. Ella, can you come with me if she wants? No, Brooke, you're going to your apartment tonight. What? Why? I just need to be with my family tonight.

Starting point is 00:21:29 I have to deal with this. Don't punish me. I didn't do anything wrong. Baby, aren't I part of this family? Yeah. Ah, message received. Are you really going to Sunread to military school? I don't know. Do I have any right to?

Starting point is 00:21:53 I mean, you're his dad. I always wondered why they didn't seem to respect me. They didn't trust me or talk to me like I'm their father. And now I see why. They don't... I don't even think of me as their father. I think... I think you're all hurting. How do I fix this?

Starting point is 00:22:28 They... they just want to feel like they matter to you. You can't buy their love anymore, Gellum. You have to earn it this time. I think you might be right. Yes, I uh... I know what I have to do. Are you sure? I'm here. If you want to run any ideas by me, no offense.

Starting point is 00:22:57 You just, um, you don't have the best track record. Yeah. Let's go home. Being alone with Kalam in his car reminds me of the first night in Malibu, when this place felt like a fresh start. Now with all the royal family secrets laid out in front of me, I realized maybe Kalim was wanting a fresh start too. I have no idea what he's planning, but I guess things can't get any worse.

Starting point is 00:23:37 Can they? On the next episode of The Royals of Malibu. Oh my god, this lady's gonna kill us all. Things get even more heated in the royal household if you can believe it. I'm dead, you cowl-o! I'm dead, you! Awkward. And things are heating up in more ways than one. I'm not gonna break your heart.

Starting point is 00:24:23 Now listen, Claire. Then I'm not going to break yours either. Read Royal. Deal. But are these royals just too twisted for Ella to stick around? The royals hurt people. Read hurts people, you can't help it. You better end things with Read before it's too late.

Starting point is 00:24:38 To save herself, Will Ella pull another Cinderella and run away again? Or is she too hooked on read to protect her own heart? Find out on the next episode. The Royals of Malibu is a production of diversion audio, an association with pod people based on the book paper princess by Aaron Watt, directed by Matt Sav, written by Kiana Cati Blue, produced by Amy Machado, Emma D'Amuth,

Starting point is 00:25:08 and Jacob Bronstane, production management by Aston Carter, story editing by Lindsay Plussard, story development by Emma D'Amuth, and Jacob Bronstane, editorial direction by Scott Waxman, casting by Lindsay Plussard, Alex Vmanis, and Maiyank Batter Editing, Sound Design, and Engineering by Morgan Fouce, and Michael Aquino

Starting point is 00:25:34 Dialogue Editing by Adam Remanda The Music by Eric Zyler Featuring the Voices of Alyssa McKay as Ella Zarya as Savannah Chris Caffero, Azri, Nick Caffero, Azesthan, Armin Taylor, Azcalema, Francesca Agramonte, Azvalor, Anna Rubinova, Azbruk, Mora Vincent, Azdina, Stephanie Sherry, Azlisi, and Margaret Sinclair, and Kieran Reagan as David. Executive producers for Diversion Audio, Jake Braunstein,

Starting point is 00:26:12 Mark Francis, and Scott Blacksmith. Executive producers for POT People, Rachel King, and Matt Zav. Special thanks to Kimberly Brower, Jen Frederick, and Elle Kennedy. Diversion Audio

The Royals of Malibu - 10. Miracles Take a Little Time

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