In this week's episode, it looks like Mary Jane could be getting her big break in the anchor chair. But while her professional life seems to be coming together, there is all of a sudden a dent in her personal life, specifically when she finds herself struggling with Lee and with developing feelings for Justin. Let's chat about all that went down in episode nine, a juicy one.
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poisoned coffee, Ronda tells MJ that she told Aaron to let co-worker Natalie sit in for her, and even claims she did it for MJ's own good. In response, MJ tells her that if she really believes that, she's "more out of touch than I thought." She continues to try and work her magic on Aaron, turning Natalie against him (the two had a sexual relationship that she called "insurance" for an opportunity like this) by sharing that Aaron is already canoodling with another co-worker. Natalie and Aaron end up arguing and MJ feels good. She planted the seed and ish is slowly falling apart, which is perfect for her.
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To Give up His Sperm, or Not to Give up His Sperm
When we finished up episode eight of Being Mary Jane, Lee's ex-girlfriend and mother of his two kids was asking if he would be interested in being her sperm donor so she and a girlfriend could have a child together. When we pick up in episode nine, Mary Jane and Lee are back at her hotel trying to wrap their head around the situation. For MJ, it sounds like an obvious no. Lee is in a new relationship (with her), and she is hoping to have a child with Lee (even though she hasn't said this out loud) since their relationship seems like the real deal. But for Lee, he's actually considering doing it. His kids allegedly always asked about another brother or sister and before he and Zoe broke up (because she cheated on him), they were considering having another child. Clearly confused and making MJ upset, Lee decided he needs his space to figure things out.
Where Does MJ Go From Here? To the Top If She's Not Afraid
When Mary Jane gets to work she is annoyed. She has a lot to celebrate with work, as her story on Judge McAllister has spread her name across the country. But as she tells Kara, she just wants her personal life to come together for once as well. She had hoped to have a conversation with Lee about having a child together only for Zoe to interrupt with her odd request. She tries to keep her head up, though, because Justin has a story idea that he believes will work. He pitches it at the morning meeting. It's a follow-up interview with a woman named Liz Tourneau who after being cyberbullied, ran off to the Virgin Islands away from everything and everyone. Ronda points out that if anyone is going to interview Tourneau again, it's going to be her, as she did the initial Q&A. Garrett agrees and Ronda is set to be sent to the Virgin Islands for a day to do the story. When Mary Jane asks Justin about his seemingly failed plan, he says it actually worked. With Ronda going to the Virgin Islands, her anchor seat is open and MJ can ride the wave of popularity she currently has to make a good impression as future anchor. Genius. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRpBNfsBvb1/?tagged=beingmaryjane&hl=enKara's Relationship Status Goes Public -- as Hell
Mary Jane tells Kara about Justin's idea, and even she can admit that it's a great one. However, she encourages her friend not to get caught up with Justin, as he's the same smoothing-talking man she's found herself on emotional roller coasters with before. Speaking of emotional roller coasters though, Kara's relationship with Orlando has reached an interesting place. He showed up to her house drunk and way too happy to see her the night before, and during an interview on a sports show, he actually reveals to the world that they're dating. Unfortunately, Kara isn't as excited about this big reveal as everyone else. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRpdXlkD9je/?tagged=beingmaryjane&hl=enThe Fight for Temporary Co-Anchor Begins...
While Justin set Mary Jane up to take Ronda's anchor seat while she's gone, it's not going to be that easy for her to get it. She has to persuade Ronda's co-anchor, Aaron, to allow her to sit in the chair, and that doesn't go as smoothly as planned. Over a cup ofOrlando Makes Kara a Celebrity Overnight, but She's Not Happy
Now a well-known figure due to her relationship with Orlando, Kara isn't really comfortable with the attention. This is especially true since she thinks the public is just comparing her to his younger, curvier exes. Still, Orlando seems serious about her, finding time to bond with her kids, bringing her flowers and even helping her get a seat in Garrett's exclusive celebrity poker game. Still, you can pretty much tell that Kara plans to sabotage the relationship because she's afraid of falling in love and getting played. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRo0P8FDe9T/?tagged=beingmaryjane&hl=enJustin, Meet Lee. Lee, Meet Justin.
While she's been focused on getting in the anchor chair, Mary Jane has been ignoring Lee's calls. So, without warning, he shows up at her job ready to chat about his decision on whether or not to help Zoe. This is the second time he's done this and we're just supposed to pretend it's romantic and what not... When Mary Jane goes to see him, she is talking with Justin, and when the two men meet, Justin asks Lee if he's a construction worker instead of a comedian. Things quickly become awkward. Once Justin (who obvi has sexual tension with MJ) gives the two their space to talk, Lee tells MJ that he's decided not to have a baby with Zoe because he wants to focus on his future with her. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRoFyZmhWZH/?taken-by=betmaryjane&hl=enMJ Gets Her Big Break -- and Her Sexually Tense Moment With Justin
As for professional dealings, Mary Jane is ecstatic to learn that Aaron has decided to pick her as his stand-in co-anchor while Ronda is gone. Of course, Ronda is anything but happy. In the hallway, per the usual, she tries to get in MJ's head by telling her that the last correspondent who was given the chance to sit in the anchor chair blew it so bad that she was fired. By putting Natalie's name in the hat, Ronda pretends that she was trying to look out for MJ, but now, MJ gets her chance to see if she can do better. Freaking out, Mary Jane stays late to practice for her big opportunity. She's so stressed all of a sudden that she calls Justin, of all people, to come through and help her. While reading, he touches her chin in an effort to tell her not to bring it down. Then and there, their chemistry is undeniable. He tells her she will do great and heads home, leaving her shaken by the fact that she knows good and well she liked whatever she felt when Justin touched her. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRoBNS1lS_z/?tagged=beingmaryjane&hl=enRonda Steals MJ's Moment, Justin Steals a Kiss
The next morning, Mary Jane is getting prepped and pretty for her co-anchor for morning news debut. Unfortunately though, Kara calls and asks if MJ has seen Ronda, because she jetted out of her hotel in the Virgin Islands without saying anything and Kara hasn't seen or heard anything. Out of nowhere, Ronda walks into the studio with Liz Tourneau, having brought the woman on a private jet so that she could interview her live on air, and without having to give up her anchor seat for the day. Ladies and gentlemen, Queen Petty. Mary Jane is livid. She literally kicks a chair in her office while Justin tries to tell her to calm down. In response, she takes her anger out on him, saying that his plan failed and she just wasn't meant to sit in the anchor chair. He reassures her that she will be anchor as long as he is around and says the situation (MJ losing her chance to play anchor) is "a setback, not a failure." Their eyes connect and out of nowhere, they kiss. Justin says Garrett might be looking for them so he would give her space to get herself together. After he leaves, MJ is shook yet again by what she's clearly feeling. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRonzX5jLw2/?tagged=beingmaryjane&hl=enKara Sabotages Her Relationship in the Lamest Way
As for Kara and Orlando, she decides she just can't do it anymore after flipping through photos of the women he's been linked to in the past. Orlando comes to her home in good spirits and she meets him with negativity, telling him that their relationship was supposed to be a "business arrangement" and she got what she needed. She's done with him. He is hurt and tells her that he loves her, but if she lets him leave her apartment, he's not returning. She lets him leave and then immediately breaks down in tears. Stupid move, girl.
Lee and MJ Decide to Have a Baby Together, but Will They Actually Last?
By the end of the episode, Mary Jane is still pissed as she enters her hotel room. Already there with food and lots of alcohol is Lee, who came to celebrate. Unfortunately, he doesn't know that Ronda pulled the rug right from under MJ. He comforts her and ends up being the one to bring up the topic of having children together. MJ is excited, but admits that at her age, she's going to need help if she is to get pregnant. Lee seems open and willing to see a fertility doctor with her. They both share an embrace and "I love you," but we can't help but think that in next week's season finale, it's Justin she will likely be embracing...The post Being Mary Jane Ep. 9: Let The Love Triangle Begin… appeared first on MadameNoire.