House-of-Cards-Pilot-Script

37.Evelyn nods.CLAIREAnd you’re an excellent one. But Ineed you trust that I know what I’mdoing here.EVELYNI do. I think.CLAIREYou have friends - I understand.People you’ve spent years workingwith. It’s hard to see them go.CLAIRE (CONT’D)Should I bring somebody else inhandle this?EVELYNNo. I’m good. I can do it.Evelyn offers a resigned smile.EXT. UNDERWOOD RESIDENCE - FRONT DOORTIGHT on a finger pushing the door bell. A moment later thedoor opens, revealing Francis. We CUT TO Zoe standingopposite, Steve right beside her.STEVESir, I’m sorry to bother you. Thiswoman said you were expecting her.FRANCISWho are you?ZOEMy name is Zoe Barnes. I’m areporter at the Washington Herald.FRANCISIt’s almost ten at night. This ismy home. I don’t -ZOEWe’re part of a mutual appreciationclub.She holds out her phone. We can’t see what’s on it, butFrancis can. He smiles.