PEYTON PLACE Episode 389. 11-27-67 Pre-empted for CAN YOU HEAR ME special. 11-30-67 Peyton is almost hit by a motorcycle. WA: Adrienne Van Leyden has known for months that Martin Peyton has has a letter from her late husband. An incriminating letter. A letter in which it states, according to Peyton, that Adrienne was responsible for Dr. Van Leyden's death. Tonight, she determined to put an end to Martin Peyton's tyranny, his incredible hold over her. Intro: Adrienne opens Martin Peyton's desk. She removes a folder labeled "Personal." She accidentally drops it on the floor and Peyton places the tip of his cane on it. Scene 1: Martin scolds Adrienne. She says she has a right to see the letter. She says she has done his dirty work for him. Scene 2: Rita is standing on the square as Eddie drives up in his old jalopy, stopping in front of the Pillory. He is in a hurry. Rita warns he could get a ticket for going over 10 mph. Rita says she has digitalis. She asks if he would like a pill. It will make him sleepy. Eddie says he knew that she was home when he came by last night and she didn't answer the door. They chat for a while. He drives off with the Crescent® wrench in the back seat. Scene 3: Rodney comes in the Cider Barrel to talk to Norman. Rodney said he thought Norman was brown-bagging it. Norman said Rita didn't have time to fix him a sandwich. Rodney comes on strong. Like "Charlie's chili." Norman tells about putting his hand on Rita's stomach. He could feel the baby. He says Rossi is worried about Rita. They talk about Eddie cracking Norman's rib. Rodney offers to loan Norman his car so Norman and Rita can take a trip. Scene 4: Eddie drives out in the country. He puts on his gloves and takes the Crescent wrench out of the back seat. He walks across a field near the cemetary and skulks. Scene 5: Lee drives the limousine up and parks. Peyton gets out and Webber asks if he would like for him to go with him. Peyton says that would spoil the view. Peyton is almost hit by a speeding motorcycle and falls down near a cross. Webber helps Martin up and over to a bench. Lee offers to get Peyton a drink of water. Peyton talks about how his family all wish him dead. Peyton mentions what has happened in the few months that Webber has been his chauffeur. Peyton tells Webber that he and Mrs. Van Leyden will no longer need Lee's services after the wedding. Peyton says that if Adrienne says that Lee must go, then Lee must go. Peyton says that Adrienne is a very clever woman. Lee says that he can handle Adrienne. Peyton says that he will try to convince Adrienne that Lee is indespensible. Peyton asks for Lee's total loyalty. Scene 6: In the Peyton mansion, Adrienne runs to the door and admits Steven. She hugs him. She had called for him saying it was urgent. She says she needs for him to hold her for a moment. He says the moment if over. They talk at great length. She talks about Dr. Van Leyden. She says that she gave Dr. Van Leyden everything he needed. She cries. Steven holds her close. Adrienne asks Steven not to leave. He tells her not to be afraid of Martin Peyton. He says she will get respectability and revenue, all in one package. Adrienne talks about looking for "The Letter," and how Peyton caught her looking for it. Steven grabs Adrienne's chin. He tells her not to be disappointed if he doesn't get her a wedding present. He says that he doesn't know what to get for someone who wants everything. Preview: Adrienne talks to Constance. Steven talks to Betty. Leslie talks to Eddie on the phone. AVL: Why aren't you coming to the wedding? You and your husband were both invited, but you only accepted for your husband. SC: I love you Betty. You are the only person I'll ever love. Our marriage is the only thing that has any meaning for me. LH: Everything we've worked for is on the line. You know what that means? You don't have any more time. You've got to act now. Tonight. Charlie-Frank London. Back room of the Cider Barrel. Motorcycle rider, never identified. Gloves. Ten-inch Crescent®. Polaroid®. PREV HOME NEXT