Pit Babe (2023) s02e02 Episode Script

Way!
It’s okay.
I’m here now.
My name’s Willy.
I’m the new king of the track now.
You're so in love, you've gone rusty.
- Hey, Kid.
- Yes?
Alpha's not looking good.
Mr. Pete, what’s wrong with him?
Way?
Shit…
The new researcher at Pete’s lab
looks just like Way. See?
Damn, he really does!
He’s practically a clone.
Let me see that.
But Way doesn’t have any relatives, right?
Is it possible for people to look
that much alike without being related?
Is this what you call
a Doppelgänger, Charlie?
In scientific terms,
we call people who look alike
but share no DNA connection at all
a Doppelgänger.
Even though it's unlikely,
it doesn’t mean it’s impossible.
I don’t think that’s it.
Can we really explain it
with something so vague?
But this guy named Chris,
I think he might be involved
in Way’s death.
What do you think?
But Pete already ran the tests.
Chris wasn’t lying.
I think you’re overthinking it.
Exactly, Babe.
No matter how badly
I want Way to still be alive,
that day at Tony’s house
everyone saw it. Way is gone.
And the guy behind it all,
Tony, is dead too.
But there’s still so much in this world.
It might just be nothing.
That’s true, seriously.
The world’s a huge place.
There’s still so much we don’t know.
- Mhm.
- Yeah.
You talk as if
you’ve actually left the garage.
Come on, North.
You’re overthinking it.
Fine, maybe I am.
If you're worried, maybe we should
just keep an eye on Chris instead.
Better than making assumptions
and arguing like this.
Doppelgänger, right?
Doppelgänger…
Okay.
Since the day I arrived,
I’ve been a bit busy.
So I haven’t reached out.
Sorry about that.
I’ll go back soon anyway.
I still have school to finish.
Alright then, I’ll leave it here for now.
I’ll message you again later.
Hey, Sonic.
Who were you talking to?
Actually, I came to ask you.
Wanna go get some food?
There’s a new grilled pork place
next to the garage.
I’ll invite the others too.
Didn’t you see how the guys were feeling?
They just saw someone who looks like Way.
Who’d be in the mood to eat?
Are you dodging me on purpose?
Not talking, not eating, avoiding my face?
No. Why would I do that?
About eating together,
let’s wait until things settle down first.
Will that be before
you leave for Paris though?
I don’t know.
If not, I guess you’ll have to wait
until I come back next time.
So, what’s up? What are you guys doing?
On the rocks, please.
Were you following me?
I just asked Touch where I might find you.
There’s something I wanted to talk about.
Let me be clear.
I’m here to work
in your lab as a researcher.
And I won’t leave until my work is done.
Are you talking about
the skill-dissolving serum?
Lately, I’ve been hearing rumors
that someone’s been spending a fortune
to recruit researchers.
But when I asked around,
no one would give me a straight answer.
Doesn’t this all seem a bit shady to you?
Like I said.
Right now, I’m the one
you can trust the most.
So, can I join your team now?
Babe, I’m coming with you.
Babe, maybe you should calm down.
I’m fine, okay?
I know you're under a lot of stress.
Otherwise,
you wouldn’t have run off like that.
Good thing I caught you in time.
You really do know me inside out.
We’ve got training tomorrow morning.
Everyone says I’ve gotten rusty lately.
Time to step things up.
I can’t lose to that rookie
in the next match.
You mean Willy?
It was just one time, wasn’t it?
Mama will bounce back and win again.
You better be careful.
Even if you’ve got a gift,
without training,
he’ll eventually overtake you.
You really think Willy’s that good?
He’s about as good as I am.
But one thing for sure,
he’s better than you.
What?
If Papa keeps slacking like this,
Mama might start
paying attention to the new guy.
He’s quite the catch, after all.
If that’s the case,
I’ll prove it to you in the next match.
How much I’ve improved.
So you won’t have to look at anyone else.
Are you sulking or jealous?
You silly pup, Charlie.
Let’s go.
Hurry up.
Hurry up, go in!
Shit.
Go.
Surprised, aren’t you?
Wondering why I’m still here,
instead of lying in a coffin?
Every one of my kids
needs to be taught a lesson
for what they did to Daddy.
Well, if there’s anything you want, Tony,
just let me know.
I’m always willing to serve those I owe.
You.
I’m willing to give you another chance.
Even though you once tried to kill me.
You’ve probably…
been cared for and served enough already.
You don’t need me.
From now on, do whatever you like.
We’re done with each other.
Kenta.
If one day you decide to come back,
Daddy will always welcome you home.
I don’t have a dad.
Aren’t you gonna deal with Kenta, Tony?
Kenta?
He’s not the one I’m after right now.
You mean, X-Hunter’s the real target?
Just wait and see.
The real fun is just beginning.
Because the person I planted
is gonna tear X-Hunter apart.
Yes, Sir.
CHAIRMAN OF CHEN FOUNDATION
DIES DURING AUCTION
SHOCK IN THE RACING WORLD
FAMOUS DRIVER FOUND DEAD
Uncle, what are you doing?
What’s got you so lost in thought? Get up.
Watch your step.
Taking your stress out
on those repairs again?
How did you know?
You reading my mind or something?
You're stressed about Pete's
new researcher, aren't you?
Having a Way look-alike
around us like this…
It’s not easy to accept.
You think someone planned it?
Why’d you comfort Babe back at the garage,
telling him it was just a coincidence,
but now you’re overthinking it yourself?
What can I say?
I know how Babe is.
I just don’t want him
to do anything reckless
and rush in
without checking things first.
You miss Way too, don’t you, Uncle?
Missing him won’t change a thing.
I know that skill-dissolving drug…
means a lot to you, Charlie,
and to every gifted human out there.
We just need Chris to
actually help make it real.
But hey, hear me out,
maybe you won’t need the drug after all.
My brilliant Alan has been in control
of his sense for over a year now.
What’s wrong? What’s with that face?
Do you still want your sense
to be gone for good?
Or do you suddenly regret losing it?
Why would I?
Do you want me to keep it?
Nah, that’s totally up to you.
Quit fixing random stuff
when you're stressed.
Go! Find me something good to eat.
But I’m not hungry for food anymore.
I’m hungry for boys.
Can I take a bite out of you?
- Uncle…
- Just a little taste?
Come on, bring it on!
Whoa, Babe!
Training this early?
You’re way too pumped.
I train like this every single day.
And from now on,
I’m going even harder. Just watch me.
But pushing yourself
too far is not good either, Bro.
Take a break sometime.
Don’t bother trying to stop him.
He won’t rest
until he’s number one on the track again.
Is this because of that guy,
Willy or whatever?
I’m stressing out too.
I gotta train harder as well.
Can’t let Willy sneak up
and ride side by side with Babe.
God, help us.
Both of you are so stressed.
Hey, chill out a little, will you?
Being a champ isn’t about one match.
It’s about total points in the end.
But Kim just left our team, remember?
So how are we supposed
to turn this around?
You’re right. ETA’s got three racers.
But we only have Babe and Charlie now.
Uncle, we’re totally outnumbered.
All we need is a new racer to replace Kim.
How hard can that be?
Easy for you to say.
The new season’s already started.
Who’d want to switch teams
halfway through?
Alan.
I’ll help train Charlie myself.
You focus on coming up
with a plan for just me and him.
Next race,
I’m taking that win for sure.
Honestly, I don’t need
some super skilled racer.
I need someone
who gets how our team works.
Skills can be trained.
But attitude? That’s what really matters.
Yeah, I get that.
Still, if we bring in someone new,
it’s gonna take time
for them to click with the team.
That’s true.
So it’s gotta be someone
who’s been with us a while.
North, this year
you’re moving up to the main league.
Seriously, Uncle?
Dead serious, man.
North, that’s awesome!
Congrats, dude.
Dude, I'm playing in the big leagues now!
So happy for you, man.
But don’t think going big
means it'll be easy, alright?
I’m gonna train you
and Charlie hard, so get ready.
Bring it on, Babe. I can take it!
Oh yeah? "Take it," huh?
This kind of training’s brutal, you know?
Hey, Uncle.
When Kim quit,
he took his personal mechanic with him.
So what now? Who’s gonna help out?
I don’t think Jeff
can handle all of it alone.
And who said I’d let my boyfriend
do everything by himself?
You can come in now.
Dean?!
- Babe.
- Babe!
Chill out, Babe!
Calm down, alright?
What the hell’s going on, Alan?
Well, last night…
Hey, Alan. It’s me.
Dean…
Are you telling me
someone just released you,
Winner, and Kenta?
Yeah, that’s right.
At first, they told me to go with them.
And who exactly are they?
I don’t know either.
But they seemed powerful.
Powerful enough
to break people out of prison.
Alan, please don’t worry about me.
I’m leaving first thing tomorrow.
I just needed a place to lie low tonight.
I’ve got nowhere else to go.
Where will you go after this?
I don’t really know.
Maybe somewhere upcountry.
Find something to do, start over again.
Do you wanna come back
and work at the garage?
But…
Alan, I’ve wronged you so many times.
You've helped me so much already.
I don’t want to be a burden to you again.
And even if I do come back,
do you really think
the others will be okay with it?
You’re the one who broke their trust.
If you want it back,
you’ll have to earn it.
I believe everyone
deserves a second chance.
Just leave the past in the past.
Because no matter what,
you’re still part of this family.
Thank you, Alan.
I’m sorry, Babe.
He just got out of prison.
He’s got nowhere else to go.
Dean has wronged you before.
So whether he stays or goes,
it’s your call.
But you almost killed Babe, Dean.
I know.
That’s why I wanted
to apologize in person.
I want you to know I really do regret it.
But if you’re not okay with this,
I promise I’ll never come back here again.
Honestly, I get it. They used you.
They wanted you to move up to Pro, right?
Yeah.
But from now on, I’m done racing.
That’s not my goal anymore.
All I want now is to earn back your trust.
I’d like to work
at the garage again, as a mechanic.
You don’t have to worry.
I already run the pit crew myself.
Dean can work with me.
That way, everyone knows
nothing shady is going on.
You and Babe can stop stressing.
He works under me.
Trust me, he won’t
have time to mess around.
But if Dean’s staying at the garage,
North, hide all the damn wrenches.
Just looking at them freaks me out.
So, does that mean
I’m officially back at the garage?
Yeah.
But only because of Alan.
Thanks, Babe,
for giving me a second chance.
Thanks. Really, Babe.
And you too, Charlie.
For at least trying to understand.
It’s alright.
I trust you, Jeff,
and Charlie.
Now go collect the wrenches.
What are you waiting for?
- For real?
- Yeah. All of them.
Stop smiling, Dean. This is your fault.
Go.
Go help North.
- Right now?
- Yes.
- Get moving.
- Got it!
Babe, seriously? Whoa.
How was it?
First day of training
and you already got last place.
Babe and Charlie totally ganged up on me.
Otherwise, I wouldn’t have messed up.
No kidding.
That’s how it works.
Better learn now than get wrecked later.
Still, North.
Gotta say, not bad this round.
Dean, help check
North’s ride later, alright?
Got it, Bro.
How was it?
- Let him in already.
- Is it that serious?
Jeff just wants to
make sure you’re all okay.
So everyone can stop worrying.
Use this chance to push yourself too.
Don’t mess up again.
Come on, chill.
It was just one slip, that’s all.
Sure thing.
Let’s go, Charlie.
Our X-Hunter is back in action.
How’s the drive feel just now?
Too light, honestly.
Hey, come on, the engine’s already solid!
Probably not the engine,
just a weak driver.
- I tuned it perfectly, you know.
- Yeah, and Dean’s the one who worked.
Say that again
and I’ll stop tuning your car!
Oh hey, Babe! What’s up?
You and I aren’t that close, dude.
Oh, come on now.
We’re in the same scene.
No harm in knowing each other, right?
Wouldn’t you wanna get to know me too?
Why the hell would I care
to know someone from a rival team?
Well, I wanna know you.
You’re literally my idol.
I started racing
because I wanted to be like you.
I’ve watched every match you raced in.
I could quote your stats by heart.
So what?
You’re not the first fanboy
trying to get close to me.
But the last guy who tried this approach
ended up being your boyfriend, right?
Don’t I get a shot too?
I mean, honestly,
I’ve got more charm than Charlie, don’t I?
I don’t care for crap that comes out
of a dog’s mouth like yours.
But let me say this once.
Don’t you dare mention my boyfriend.
Fine, I won’t.
So where is your boyfriend tonight?
Usually you two are glued together.
Would it kill you
to mind your own business for once?
Looks like you’re free tonight.
Let me have a drink with you.
Pretend you’re single for a night.
What’s the harm?
These chances don’t come by often.
You used to go out with
any Alpha who was hot enough.
As long as he was good-looking,
and spicy.
A few moves in bed
didn’t hurt either, right?
You seriously won’t quit, will you?
Come on, I’ve got premium quality.
You sure you’re not even a little tempted?
Sorry, dude.
The stench of an Alpha makes me sick.
If it stinks, then it stinks.
But you had to get that close
just to notice it?
Did you lose your senses completely?
I told you to back off, didn’t I?
Just guessing, that's all.
You did get close enough
for a sniff, after all.
No senses, so that's why you lost to me?
Let me explain it. People like me
can still crush a loser
like you, without any senses.
Then how about we do
something fun, Pit Babe?
You game or not, Pit Babe?
Actually, the latest formula gave a result
similar to what Uncle Raywan
once injected into me.
Even the cells seem to be
changing for the better.
Honestly,
if we combine those two formulas together,
and refine the formula,
we might get something great.
Got it. I’ll prep
everything for you, Chris.
- I'm counting on you.
- You got it.
Charlie.
Is that Babe over there?
Come on!
Willy!
Willy! Willy!
What should we bet on?
If you lose,
then stop sticking
your nose in my business.
And if I win?
You go home with me tonight.
Two laps.
Whoever finishes first, wins.
Willy! Willy! Willy!
Willy! Willy! Willy!
You really are the all-time champion.
You never disappoint.
Now that it’s done,
back off and leave me alone.
But I’m your biggest fan.
Can I get a selfie?
What the hell are you doing?
I told you to leave me the fuck alone.
Good night, Babe.
Oh hey, Charlie.
Out having fun tonight?
Well, you got home late.
I didn’t wanna be alone.
Late? What do you mean?
I literally got home before you, Babe.
Did you go out drinking?
Just a little. Barely had anything.
What?
Fine, I’m sorry.
I only had a bit, seriously. I’m fine.
Was the bar super packed or what?
Why do I smell Alpha all over you?
Same as always. Nothing new.
So your skill-dissolving serum
isn’t ready yet?
Your sense is still sharp as ever.
I’m still working on it.
Did you have fun today, Babe?
Going out all by yourself without me?
Not really.
But seriously, Charlie,
I only had one drink. Just one.
Charlie.
Don’t start, okay?
I’ve got a race coming up,
no more drinks, I promise.
If you weren’t having fun,
why didn’t you just come home?
There’s something real good
waiting for you here.
Is that "something good"
as good as what I've got?
What are you doing?
Charlie.
Don’t you want it, Babe?
Truth is, I wanted you
the second I walked in
and saw my puppy waiting.
Ow, Charlie!
Did you just bite me? That hurt.
Papa.
Why so rough tonight?
Naughty boys deserve punishment.
I trained you myself.
But you still lost to him, Charlie.
If Papa keeps this up,
Mama might just go fall for someone new.
You suddenly got up and made fried rice?
Is something going on?
Well, Papa went all out last night.
I woke up starving.
Come sit.
Looks good?
Mhm.
Charlie.
Notice anything?
Told you not to make it obvious here.
Alan and North are totally gonna tease me.
But I want people to see.
So they know you're already taken.
Wasn't it obvious enough last night?
You already own all of me, Charlie.
Still gotta admit, it’s kinda sexy.
It’s your day off, right?
Are you staying in today, Babe?
Or are you heading somewhere?
Got a training session with Alan today.
But it’s your day off.
Which means no work allowed.
It means more time to train, duh.
Wanna come with me then?
Can’t. I’ve got to go to the lab today.
The lab again? It’s always the lab.
Hurry up and finish that stuff
so we can go somewhere.
Go somewhere?
Yeah, of course.
It’s been ages since
we went anywhere together.
I'm always at the track,
You're always in the lab.
So where do you wanna go?
I’ll book it in advance.
Wherever you want.
Let me finish
the skill-dissolving serum first.
Then we’ll go for real.
- That’s a promise?
- Mhm, promise.
Come on, let’s eat.
Here you go.
THE CLOSER I GET TO YOU, BABE,
THE MORE I LIKE YOU.
I reviewed your bloodwork report.
You’ve used a skill-dissolving serum
before, haven’t you?
Yeah. I was actually
the main test subject in the beginning.
But lately, a few other
special Alphas joined in, too.
Mr. Pete got worried I couldn’t handle it.
So you’re saying that before this,
none of the drugs worked on you?
Not a single one.
From what I’ve seen…
your cells are way
more resilient than average.
If we can decode that,
we might be able to unlock a new
breakthrough in skill-dissolving serum.
So what do I need to do?
You’re not in a rush today, are you?
Jeff, anyone else coming
to train at the garage today?
Alan said Babe might swing by to train.
Babe’s coming in?
What about the others?
North’s not coming today.
Dean, once you're done,
you can head out. I’ll handle the rest.
- Okay. I’ll head off then.
- See ya.
Uncle, call Babe now! It’s urgent!
Kid, what happened?
Are you okay? Kid?
You might not believe
what I’m about to tell you…
But the scariest one of all is back.
Can you eat this?
If it doesn’t kill me,
I’ll eat it. No biggie.
You got this. Trust me.
Think hard about it.
What does the word
"boyfriend" even mean to you?
But your boyfriend’s not here right now,
so how about I take care
of you in the meantime?
What are you doing?
Charlie.