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I see everyone's still excited about the Christmas cup. And Kelly, guess what? What? I'm going to be part of Longleaf's team this year. No way! Did you know that you are the third generation of Brant women to compete? Oh, really? Yeah. Well, since you're home, you should compete too, Aunt Kelly. Oh, I think it's best I support from the sidelines, kiddo. Okay. Who is Longleaf's captain, anyway? Oh, uh, this guy. No. You finally caved? Well, after seven straight losses to Bridgeport, I thought, you know, I've got to try and get Dad one final win before his term as mayor ends. But every year, it's getting harder and harder to feel the team. Well, remember what Mom used to say. It's just a friendly competition between neighboring towns. But she could say that because while she was captain, we never lost. Well, maybe it'll finally be our team's year. We could really use your help. Nikki, I don't even know how long I'll be home. Listen, I know it wasn't exactly on your own terms, and it might not be the homecoming that you pictured, but it really means a lot that you're here. I'll put this in your old room. Dad? I'm home. Surprise! Woo-hoo! Oh, dear, you. Oh, it's so good to see you. Here's you. And you. One guess. So excited you're home? There's so much I have to tell you. Please, everyone, join me in welcoming Kelly home. It's such a blessing to have you here at Christmas. Your service makes me proud, it makes our family proud, and it's a credit to Longleaf. So, everyone, a big welcome home to Staff Sergeant Kelly Brandt. Welcome home! At ease, gentlemen. Me too. Okay, get over here. I got you. You all right? Very sorry. It's been a while since I've been on the dance floor. Quinn Stanton. Bridgeport Fire. Acting Captain. Kelly Brandt. Recently airborne. Slightly mortified. Whoa! Flirting with the enemy already, sis? Excuse me? Bridgeport. I see you've met Captain Stanton. Mayor. Glad you could make it. Thank you for having me. Of course. Mayor Brandt. I see you're still throwing parties I'm not invited to. No offense, Sheila, it's just an intimate gathering. No, this is hardly what I call intimate. Kelly! Welcome home. On behalf of Bridgeport, we thank you for your service. It's my honor. Captain! This is well over code for a non-designated residential property. I hadn't done an official headcount, Mayor. Maybe one or two over, but we've got the Captain to guard over us. Please, I haven't seen everyone in such a long time. I'm sorry, Sergeant. It's nothing personal. Hang on. Bridgeport Fire doesn't have jurisdiction over Longleaf. Police, fire, and schools are now shared by Bridgeport Longleaf. Longleaf doesn't even have its own fire station anymore? Since when? Since the towns voted to share services. It's cheaper that way. But they refuse to give up their identity. Now there's one firehouse and two mayors. Maybe I can just keep a close eye on things while I'm here, Mayor. Shut it down, Captain. Kelly, welcome home. I see some things never change. She's just trying to rattle her cage before the Christmas cup. Yeah. Don't let it bug you. Sorry, Kip. Yeah, I'm really sorry. If it were up to me, but an order's an order. Doesn't mean I have to like it. I am sorry. Excuse me, everyone. If I could have your attention, I need you to gather your belongings and head for the door. Party's over.