Richard receives junior.

[Jock Is Sleighing]

The grape country in California was always full of surprises. Usually these surprises were not pleasant. However in the spring of 1986 Richard received a bundle of joy; which meant he had the opportunity to exhibit warmth, something he never got from his adoptive father Henri Denault. It was a very touching scene, acted so well by David Selby.

Night has fallen on the Gioberti castle. Chase and Maggie are having a champagne and cheese snack, while discussing the imminent publication of a ‘Sudden Friendship’. The identity of the mysterious stranger is unveiled as Chase. There is a knock at the front door and two party crashers arrive; (a scene from season 5, 1985-’86):

Terri: “Hi!”

Maggie: “Oh hi!”

Terri: “We’re so glad you’re home.”

Richard: “Ah, better get out a bottle of your best bubbly Chase.”

Chase: “Ah, what are we celebrating?”

Richard: “Quiet.”

Terri: “Richard and I are planning to get married next week.”

Terri gives Richard a smile, as they look eye to eye. He looks at Chase and Maggie. Chase looks away, while Maggie says nothing (knowing that Chase seemingly made a pass at Terri).

Fade to black, the closing credits and the theme tune.

 

[Arlene Halloran]

A lovely scene, especially towards the end of the act. You could call the scene an emotional rolleroaster for Richard. Although sad he never had a baby with Maggie. The scenes in season 6 when Maggie was pregnant with Chase's child was a slap in the face for Richard. I wanted him to be the daddy so much.